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$7 million for sewer upgrades in Hancock County
HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – The West Virginia Infrastructure and Jobs Development Council (WVIJD) announced $40 million in funding for sewer and water projects throughout the Mountain State. Several areas of Hancock County will be receiving nearly $7 million in grant funds from this project including the City of Weirton, Tomlinson Run PSD and the […]
Popular Beaver County donut shop closing after 77 years
ROCHESTER, Pa. — A Beaver County donut shop has announced they are closing their doors after 77 years in business. DeAngelis Donuts in Rochester posted the closing on their Facebook page. The post read in part: "We want to thank all of our customers who helped support our business...
Beaver County Humane Society reports 'desperate' need for adoptions as number of strays increase
CENTER TWP. ― As many local families begin their summer vacations this month, the Beaver County Humane Society is urging the public to consider dog adoptions as a part of their summer plans. Officials from the local humane society report they are at capacity for the number of dogs...
Jefferson County Commission seeks answers after missing out on major grant funding
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — Jefferson County Commissioners have been expressing their disappointment after several parts of the county missed out on Appalachian grant funding. These grants are putting $500 million into Ohio’s 32 Appalachian counties and Jefferson County only was granted funding for one project. Commissioner Eric Timmons...
Local filmmakers bring high school football redemption story to life in West Virginia
WEIRTON, W.Va (WTRF) — Local directors and writers have returned to West Virginia to film the first episode of a high school football redemption story. This potential series not only covers one of the country’s most beloved sports but also takes a deep dive into the opioid crisis that affects this state. Cast and crew […]
Local Funeral Home hosts Annual Flag Retirement Ceremony
FOLLANSBEE, W.Va. (WTRF) — Chambers and James Funeral Home in Follansbee once again hosted its annual American Flag Retirement Ceremony. During the ceremony, each flag was inspected to be sure it was worn, torn, and ready for retirement. The flag was then ceremoniously folded into a triangle 13 times and placed into a fire until […]
Steubenville Library's pride displays see calmer reactions this year, officials say
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — This time last year, the pride month displays at the Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County were a big topic of discussion from people on both sides of the table. This year displays seem to be getting a different reaction. Public relations coordinator Jenn...
Fort Steuben receives funding for First Surveyors’ Museum in the country
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio (WTRF) — Historic Fort Steuben is receiving funding as the United States prepares for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026. The America 250-Ohio Commission gave Fort Steuben a Trillium Local Activity Grant on June 11 for their “Surveyors’ Museum” project. The museum will be the first surveying museum in […]
Scott Tady: From Jaggerz to Squonk to country chart-topper, Beaver County will be Booming
You already heard a dazzling fireworks show will light up Beaver County on June 29. But let's talk about the impressive lineup of musical groups that will entertain in Bridgewater, Monaca and Rochester in the hours leading up to the Beaver County Boom!. Pre-fireworks festivals, including the Boom on The...
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