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Two high-level Ohio drug offenders receive lengthy prison sentences
GUERNSEY COUNT, Ohio — The Guernsey County Sheriff’s Office announced the lengthy sentencing of two Ohio men for their high-level drug-related crimes in Guernsey County from two separate drug investigations. According to Sheriff Jeffrey Paden, on May 9, Scott A. Buckius Sr. of Cambridge, Ohio, was sentenced to 12-14 years in jail for two cases […]
Harrison County family hospitalized after suffering carbon monoxide poisoning
MONROE TOWNSHIP ‒ Four family members were hospitalized Tuesday after carbon monoxide fumes from a propane stove filled their house in a remote area of Harrison County's Monroe Township. Crews were called to the residence on Taylor Road west of Bowerston at 10:45 a.m., according to Capt. Adam Reardon...
Ohio man allegedly left horses standing in own manure, dogs 20 pounds underweight in hoarding case
BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — A probable cause hearing in a Belmont County animal abuse case ran long on Thursday when the accused man, acting as his own attorney, insisted on cross-examining the witness at length. Scott Wolfe and his girlfriend, Tess Coleman of Barnesville, were allegedly keeping 20 dogs and puppies and three horses in deplorable […]
Ohio officials and family say 77-year-old father has been missing since May 10
An Ohio family says they are looking for their father who has been missing since May 10. The Guernsey County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a report of a missing man, John T. Sigman, age 77 of Lore City. The Sheriff’s Office said Sigman left his home in his 2013 silver Ford truck with the license […]
Bob Bier is the new principal at Cambridge High School
CAMBRIDGE − The Cambridge City School District Board of Education recently approved the filling of three administrative positions at Cambridge High School and several other positions in the district. One of those positions was that of principal at Cambridge High School. Bob Baier was selected to fill that role. The previous principal, Jason Bunting, resigned. ...
Mother of 2-year-old who shot himself in the leg facing 6 years in prison
The mother of a 2-year-old boy who shot and wounded himself with a gun she tried to hide in her bedroom faces up to six years in prison, prosecutors said. Jana Ryce, 23, has been indicted on one count of child endangering as well as a gun charge, according to a news release from Hamilton County Prosecutor Melissa Powers. ...
Things to do: Live music abounds for the week ahead
FAIRVIEW — Guernsey County's Pennyroyal will host a bluegrass show Friday featuring Brother Randall & Friends. According to the press release, it is "a working-class bluegrass band whose members are from the Wheeling area. With traditional bluegrass and bluegrass gospel being their specialty, you could also expect to hear some classic country, folk and even a touch of classic rock. The band members include Greg Miller on fiddle, Clinton Curry playing guitar, Jeff Strautman on bass, Randall Curry playing guitar, Ben Peace on banjo and Bob Haglock playing dobro." The opening band for the evening will be Wills Creek. The kitchen and...
State grants to fund repairs to highways in Dennison and Baltic damaged by April floods
TUSCARAWAS COUNTY ‒ Two area highways damaged during flooding in early April have been awarded grants by the Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) through its discretionary Emergency Program. The agency awarded $359,550 to repair a road slip on Stillwater Avenue in Dennison. The highway carries Ohio 800 through town. In addition, $266,533 was awarded for slope stabilization on County Road 46 (Ragersville Road) near Baltic. ...
Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival kicks off year 41 with media night
St. Clairsville, OHIO (WTRF) – It was a momentous evening at Undo’s West in St. Clairsville, as the Upper Ohio Valley Italian Festival held their media night to kick off their 41st year of the event. Rita Carapelotti from Steubenville was recognized as this year’s Italian American of the Year, and 12 lucky winners of […]
Hot dogs, cool cats: Adoptable pets from Tuscarawas County Humane Society Animal Shelter
Cranberry, a 2.5-year-old spayed female, is among the cats available for adoption at the Tuscarawas County Humane Society Animal Shelter, 1432 Tall Timber Road NE in New Philadelphia. Cranberry is one of the most social kitties available for adoption from the humane society. She doesn't enjoy being carried around but will run to you for all the love. Cranberry can also be playful.
Cambridge Primary School announces its April students of the month
Cambridge Primary School has announced its April students of the month. Students honored are Ezra Cameron, Lana Dunham, Alivia Mapel, Kynleigh Bichard, Dash Hardesty, Arabella Morris, Emily Mason, Sammy Wine, Karrah Hatcher, Carter Ford, Kolton Matthews, Grayson Alexander, Bryer Hood, Riley Mikes, Addison Brister, Josie Boniphant, Trea Phillips, Serenity Floyd, Isabel Williams, Ava Peterson, Leo Petta, Scarlett Wheeler, Zori Herron, Kayson Bichard and Christian Kenney.
Looking for summer fun? Find food, entertainment at festivals in Tuscarawas County
TUSCARAWAS COUNTY ‒ The return of summer and warmer weather brings the start of festival season in Tuscarawas County. A wide variety of events are planned throughout the area, starting with the Canal Dover Festival in downtown Dover. Here is a listing of events:. The festival includes entertainment on...
Thursday high school results: Sandy Valley's Lexi Tucci has record-setting district meet
Lexi Tucci continues to rewrite records. The Sandy Valley senior added two more to her impressive résumé at this week's Division III district track and field meet in St. Clairsville. She set school and district meet records on Thursday when she cleared 18 feet, 1.25 inches to win the long jump. She also won...
Ohio Secretary of State promotes voting among youth during local high school visit
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose visited St. Clairsville High School on Thursday to talk about elections. As part of the stop, students received a voter registration form and information about volunteering for polls. "I'm coming out to high schools. I've visited 9 or 10 between this week and last...
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