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Over 1,000 Pieces Of Marble Went Into Wheeling’s Oglebay Mansion Museum
A Pittsburgh businessman put marble mantels in this parlor back in 1856, long before the house was famous. Then a Cleveland industrialist came along and made the whole place even grander. That house eventually became the first accredited museum in all of West Virginia. It still holds 13 restored period...
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Donnie Iris’ bandmate reflects on legacy
He was one of Pittsburgh’s favorite sons, and the death of Donnie Iris has prompted many tributes. When Iris formed the Cruisers in 1980, Marty Hoenes of Erie became his guitarist, and on Tuesday, he remembered the man they called “King Cool.” “Somebody said it’s a sad day in the Steel City and I think […]
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Wheeling Suspension Bridge back on display downtown
Wheeling, W.Va (WTRF) – On top of the Wheeling Gateway Center construction officially being underway, the new building is shining a light on the historic landmark next to it. The suspension bridge was constructed in 1849 and spans over 1,000 feet across the Ohio River. And with construction beginning next door, it allows the bridge […]
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Wheeling families don costumes for Dr. Mercer’s Great Pumpkin Party at Heritage Port
WHEELING, W.Va. — Costumes, candy and a Charlie Brown classic drew families to Heritage Port in Wheeling on Thursday evening for Dr. Mercer’s Great Pumpkin Party, an annual event that also aims to discourage kids from smoking and vaping. The party included multiple cars for trunk-or-treat, photo stands,...
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History of The Knights of Pythias in Wheeling
To better understand the history of the Pythian Building in Wheeling, West Virginia, let’s take a dive into the Pythian Fraternal Order and what led to the current building’s status as the last standing physical remnant of the Order in Wheeling. What is the Order of the Knights...
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Dr. Mercer’s Great Pumpkin Party event is set to take place this Thursday in Wheeling
Wheeling, W.Va (WTRF) – Well almost 60 years ago to the day, “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” was released. Now, six decades later, it is the inspiration to a local Halloween event in Wheeling. This Thursday at Heritage Point, there will be a showing of the famous cartoon film.The event was inspired by what […]
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Chamber of Commerce, Wheeling Symphony team up for Halloween on the Plaza
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – The Wheeling Chamber of Commerce is teaming up with the Wheeling Symphony for their special Halloween-themed event on October 30th. It all starts with free trick-or-treating in downtown Wheeling. The event will lead into the Wheeling Symphony’s performance of Harry Potter the Prisoner of Azkaban...
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Ohio Valley Cloak & Dagger Company to present Poe-themed show
WEIRTON, W.Va. (WTRF) – This Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, at 8 p.m. and 12 a.m. at Top of West Virginia’s Convention & Visitors Bureau, The Ohio Valley Cloak & Dagger Company presents A Tell-Tale Halloween, an evening of dramatic readings of Edgar Allan Poe’s most famous short stories and poems. Actor Pete Fernbaugh portrays the […]
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Donnie Iris remembered as "Pittsburgh all the way"
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8th annual Lip Sync Challenge in Wheeling raises funds for A Special Wish Ohio Valley
WHEELING, WV — Music, costumes and community spirit filled the Capitol Theatre in Wheeling on Saturday as the eighth annual Lip Sync Challenge raised money to help grant wishes for children in the Ohio Valley. The event was presented by The Health Plan, with all proceeds benefiting A Special...
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Frankenstein Festival brews support for Fairmont
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - Hot dogs, craft beer and community support were on tap in downtown Fairmont on Saturday. The third annual Frank N’ Stein Festival brought together 18 breweries, two cideries and local food vendors. Ticket sales benefit the Marion County Chamber of Commerce and Main Street Fairmont,...
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AMC closing its Mount Lebanon 6 location
MOUNT LEBANON, Pa. — AMC is closing its Mount Lebanon 6 location. The theater in the Galleria of Mount Lebanon will close for good after business hours Sunday. In a statement shared with Channel 11, a spokesperson said, “AMC routinely reviews the theatres in our circuit and makes decisions based on what will best strengthen the company going forward.”
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Phantom of the Opera comes to Wheeling
Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – The roaring 1920’s were back for a special one night only appearance in Wheeling this evening. St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church held a special showing of the iconic silent movie classic, The Phantom of the Opera. Lon Chaney, in his most iconic role, plays the titular Phantom, a mad composer who lives […]