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Korean War soldier from Steubenville returns home more than 75 years after going missing in action

STEUBENVILLE, OH. (WTRF) – A Steubenville soldier who was reported missing in action during the Korean War is finally returning home more than 75 years after his disappearance, following the identification of his remains by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency. First Lt. Raymond Banker Gilbert, a native of Steubenville and graduate of Steubenville High School […]

Steubenville, OH · 2d

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Northwood Health Systems adds new psychiatrist to their staff in Wheeling

WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – Northwood Health Systems welcomed a new adult and geriatric psychiatrist to their staff. Northwood Health Systems is a nonprofit behavioral health center for residents of Hancock, Brooke, Ohio, Marshall and Wetzel county. After running a private practice in North Carolina the past six years, Dr. Todd Derreberry decided that he wanted […]

Wheeling, WV · 1d

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West Liberty Cites Weigh-In Concerns in Decision to Cancel Dual

West Liberty, W.Va. - West Liberty University Athletics recognizes the logistical challenges of conducting weigh-ins for multiple teams aboard a ship, where space was limited and multiple scales were utilized. We appreciate the planning and coordination involved in hosting an event under these unique circumstances. However, concerns arose regarding the...

West Liberty, WV · 3d
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First snowflakes of the season for the Ohio Valley possible on Friday

The last time snowflakes and flurries were seen in the Ohio Valley was almost 7 to 8 months ago in late March or early April. Now with winter back on the way, many across the area could see their first snowflakes since that time. The culprit is a storm system with a strong cold front […]

Ohio Valley, KY · 2d

WTOV 9

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Steubenville honors homecoming of 1st Lt. Raymond Banker Gilbert

STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — After 75 years, a Korean War veteran's remains have finally returned to his hometown of Steubenville. It was a somber occasion Tuesday as a motorcade escorted the remains of 1st Lt. Raymond Banker Gilbert from Pittsburgh International Airport to Vinson House of Mortuary in Steubenville. Residents...

Steubenville, OH · 3d

WTOV 9

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Hancock County students dress up for 'Halloween for the Hounds' to aid animals

HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. — Halloween costumes in Hancock County schools come with a purpose: helping the county’s animal shelter. The annual “Halloween for the Hounds” fundraiser allows students and staff who want to dress up for Halloween to do so by providing a donation. The effort began 13 years ago with just one school and has since expanded to the entire county.

Hancock County, WV · 20h

WTOV 9

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Wellsville reaches agreement with out-of-state owner as Main Street closure nears 250 days

WELLSVILLE, Ohio — A stretch of Main Street in Wellsville has been shut down for nearly 250 days after the roof of a building collapsed, creating what village officials have described as a danger to residents. Court documents say the property owner lives in Michigan. Last Wednesday, the property...

Wellsville, OH · 3d

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This Small Ohio Town Fills Its Streets With Over 200 Giant Nutcrackers And Strolling It Is Free

Dean Martin stands six feet tall on a downtown sidewalk, and he’s a nutcracker. Nearby, a singing nutcracker named Sebastian belts out Christmas tunes in Dean’s famous style. That’s just the warm-up. More than 200 life-size nutcrackers line the streets of this Ohio town, and each one...

Steubenville, OH · 2d

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Weirton’s Christmas on Main Street returns Nov. 21 with tree lighting, skating, fireworks

WEIRTON, W.Va. — The holiday season is about to get underway in Weirton, with Christmas on Main Street festivities set for Nov. 21. From 1 to 7 p.m., Weirton will hold its tree lighting ceremony along with fireworks, ice skating and more to kick off the season. The event is also expected to include more than 50 craft vendors and a variety of food options.

Weirton, WV · 20h

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Wintersville lands $400K oil and gas lease deal, plans infrastructure upgrades

Wintersville leaders say a new round of oil and gas lease revenue will help fuel the village’s long-term prosperity and growth, with plans already in place to put the money toward infrastructure projects. The village recently negotiated a lease covering about 60 acres of land, including streets and alleyways....

Wintersville, OH · 1d

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NEWS9 Special Assignment: Local clinics brace for 2027 Medicaid cuts

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — With major Medicaid changes set to take effect in 2027, local clinics in the Ohio Valley are preparing for what they expect could be a surge in patients who lose coverage or struggle to meet new eligibility requirements. Amy Springer, a Toronto native, said she...

Steubenville, OH · 1d

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BLET members launch strike at Wheeling & Lake Erie

BREWSTER, Ohio — Members of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen have launched a strike today against the Wheeling & Lake Erie Railway, the union has announced. A short notice on the BLET website says union members walked out at noon ET today. A Teamsters Facebook post says 150 workers have “been forced to [...] Read More...

Wheeling, WV · 2d

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Men's Basketball Set for Home Opener Wednesday

Franciscan (1-1 | 0-0 PAC) vs. Mount Union (2-0 | 0-0 OAC) - Last season, Franciscan finished with an overall record of 21-7, making it to the PAC semifinals in the playoffs. - Kicking off the 2026 basketball season, the Barons have played two games so far, winning one and losing one.

Steubenville, OH · 3d

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Nursing homes honor veterans in Wheeling

Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – In honor of Veterans Day, Good Shepherd Nursing Home celebrated their veterans. The event included the Moundsville Color Guard, the Wheeling Symphony String Quartet, the Wheeling Military Banner Program, as well as Wheeling Mayor Denny Magruder. Three dozen veterans living in Good Shepherd, Welty TownHome, Welty Apartments, Braddock Apartments, and employees […]

Wheeling, WV · 20h

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West Liberty Men's Wrestling Set for Big Dual Weekend

WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. — The No. 13-ranked West Liberty University wrestling team faces a challenging weekend on the road and at home, beginning with a Friday night dual against No. 15 Pitt-Johnstown before returning to the Hilltop to host Western Colorado on Saturday evening at Kelly Theatre. The Hilltoppers...

West Liberty, WV · 1d

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‘A Long Time Coming’: Remains of WV WWII POW land at Pittsburgh International Airport

PITTSBURGH, Pa. (WTRF) – After 81 years, a missing World War II soldier has finally come home.  The remains of Technical Sergeant Raymond Carl Richmond were returned to West Virginia Wednesday, and at Pittsburgh International Airport, family members gathered to proudly welcome the American hero home.   For the Richmond family, bringing Raymond home is a moment […]

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

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Family comforted as WWII veteran’s remains return to Moundsville

After more than eight decades, a World War II veteran and former prisoner of war is finally back home in Marshall County. On Veterans Day in Moundsville, the remains of Raymond Richmond returned to the community after being transported from Hawaii. A procession began from Pittsburgh after his remains arrived from Hawaii and traveled to Moundsville, arriving around 2:45 p.m. at Grisell’s Funeral Home.

Moundsville, WV · 1d

WTOV 9

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Ground broken on Riverside Elementary in McMechen, new school set for 2028

MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. — A long-awaited new elementary school is on the way for students in McMechen, with local and state leaders breaking ground on the project Thursday afternoon in Marshall County. School and state officials held a ceremony at the site of the future Riverside Elementary School. State...

Marshall County, WV · 1d

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No. 4 Hilltoppers Set to Host Atlantic Region Crossover in Home Opener

WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. — The No. 4-ranked West Liberty University men's basketball team returns to the Hilltop this weekend to host the Atlantic Region Crossover, welcoming Pitt-Johnstown and California (Pa.) to the Academic, Sports and Recreation Complex (ASRC) for a pair of nonconference matchups. The Hilltoppers (1-1) open the...

West Liberty, WV · 1d

WTOV 9

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Weirton Lions Club donates to WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s pediatric cancer unit

WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s Hospital on Wednesday received a donation of $6,500 toward its pediatric cancer unit. The funding will go to patients and their families with expenses during cancer treatment. The club raised the money through donations and sponsorships at its recent Witches Night Out fundraiser at Get...

Weirton, WV · 2d