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WVMA conference discusses energy and manufacturing aspects in West Virginia
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — A special conference is being held in Wheeling the next two days to discuss various aspects of manufacturing and energy industries in West Virginia. The West Virginia Manufacturers Association is hosting its annual Manufacturing and Energy Growth Summit at Oglebay’s Wilson Lodge today and tomorrow. The event brings together industry leaders […]
Continuation of Ohio Valley transit service hinges on renewal of public levy
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — Will the wheels keep turning?. The Ohio Valley Regional Transportation Authority's renewal levy on the ballot this election and needs a yes vote from the public for sustainability. "It's not a tax increase,” OVRTA Executive Director Lisa Weishar said. “We have been passing our levy...
Ohio father drops off one-year-old daughter at hospital covered in fentanyl; Baby dies, father charged with manslaughter
BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — A father is now in the Belmont County Jail, after his baby died of fentanyl exposure. 38-year-old Cameron Cothran of Bellaire has been indicted by the grand jury on a charge of involuntary manslaughter. He was already charged with child endangerment, drug possession, and evidence tampering. Officials say last Wednesday, […]
Wilhelm Shuts Out Park In Sectional Opener
WHEELING,W.Va. (WTRF) – Lex Wilhelm fired a two-hit complete game shutout against Wheeling Park in their sectional opener for a 5-0 JM win. The Monarchs did their damage at the plate in the sixth inning scoring five times. With the win John Marshall will now visit Morgantown Wednesday in a winners bracket game. Park will […]
Local church leaves building to be a church to the community
Newbridge Church meets most Sunday mornings at the Capitol Theater in Downtown Wheeling, where hundreds of people gather to sing, be inspired and learn about God. But on Sunday, May 5th, the Church left the building and headed out to serve Wheeling. “Serve our City is an annual event where instead of going to church […]
Police: Human remains discovered in Colerain Township
COLERAIN TOWNSHIP, Ohio — Police are investigating after human remains were found in Colerain Township. A police report states a death investigation took place in the 2000 block of Greenbrook Lane. The report states Colerain police were dispatched in reference to human remains found inside a home. The remains...
Burglary investigation leads to three arrests
WHEELING, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Multiple individuals are facing theft and drug related charges in relation to a burglary reported over the weekend. According to the Wheeling Police Department, at around 10:00am on Sunday, May 5, 2024, authorities were dispatched to the 2300 block of Chapline Street with regard to an individual wishing to report a […]
County clerks hope to attract more early voters in Primary Election this week
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — County clerks across West Virginia say voter turnout one week into the 10-day early voting period has been steady. Berkeley County Clerk Tony Petrucci told MetroNews, as of Wednesday, they’ve had around 2,200 early voters. “We’re probably a little ahead of the game, but I’d...
New local business is ready to help the Ohio Valley celebrate
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – A new business centered around celebrating others is celebrating a milestone of their own after cutting the ribbon on their new location on National Road in Wheeling. Savvy Selebrations held their grand opening to be the newest one-stop-shop for all things event planning in the Ohio Valley. From bridal, social, or […]
New exempted homeless camp in Wheeling thrives as residents take ownership and keep it clean
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — The new exempted homeless camp in Wheeling appears to be operating well. City Manager Bob Herron spoke out today about how it’s going so far and what needs to happen–or continue to happen–in the future. There are individual campsites at the exempted camp. The city manager says it appears the residents […]
Magnolia Softball Forces Do-Or-Die Section Final with Wheeling Central
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF)– Wheeling Central had a chance to close-out the Section Championship Monday, but couldn’t get it done as Magnolia beat them 2-1. Now, they will play again Tuesday, the winner earn the section crown.
Hundreds turn out for first ever Waterfront Festival and Beer Mile
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Hundreds of people came out to Wheeling today for an event never seen in the Friendly City. In collaboration with the Pine Room studios, Waterfront Hall hosted Wheeling’s first Waterfront Festival and North Atlantic Beer Mile on Saturday. The festival included food from Waterfront Hall’s tenants, Avenue Eats, and The Woodfired Pizza Company. […]
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