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Local community honors fallen veterans that paid the ultimate sacrifice
BELMONT, Ohio (WTRF) — A special ceremony was held today in Belmont County to honor and celebrate the men and women who sacrificed their lives to keep our country free. The American Legion Post 312 in Belmont, Ohio, hosted its annual Memorial Day parade and ceremony on Monday to honor all the veterans who are […]
Pictures of damage following Sunday’s severe weather
(WTRF) — Sunday evening’s storm brought damage to the southern portion of the 7News viewing area, including in Marshall, Wetzel and Belmont Counties. First Energy reports more than 2 thousand power outages in Wetzel County as of 8 p.m. Sunday. The video was taken in Belmont County at 6:22 p.m., courtesy of Alan Baldwin. You […]
Veteran motorcycle group travels through Ohio during cross-country memorial ride to honor fallen soldiers
BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — The veterans motorcycle group Run For The Wall came roaring into St. Clairsville at 7:30 this morning. Run For The Wall is the largest and longest veterans’ motorcycling organization of its kind in the nation. Well, our mission is to promote healing among...
Bellaire residents honor Memorial Day at Union Square Park
Bellaire, OHIO (WTRF) – In a ceremony today at Union Square Park in Bellaire, more than a hundred people gathered to honor those who died while serving. Fallen soldiers from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces where remembered in the ceremony, which included a presentation of memorial wreaths. U.S. Army Veteran Richard “Chad” Balwanz […]
Cameron bridge renamed in honor of local World War II veteran William Harris
CAMERON, WV — On Monday in Cameron, a special bridge dedication took place for a former Cameron veteran. The U.S. Navy Veteran William "Bill" C. Harris Memorial Bridge will be the new name for the bridge that connects to Cameron Elementary. Harris recently passed away at the age of 96.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch has now expired for the entire Ohio Valley
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has expired the Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the entire Ohio Valley. Heavy rain and hail are targeting I-70, making it difficult for travelers this Memorial Weekend. Stay weather aware as further Severe Thunderstorm and Tornado Watches and Warnings may...
Marshall, Wetzel Counties hit with Tornado Warned Cell and Power outages Sunday night
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh issued a Tornado Warning Cell at 6:33 p.m. There have been reports of downed trees and power lines just south of McKeefrey in Marshall County, West Virginia. Marshall County Emergency Management Director Tom Hart tells residents to be alert for trees and utility lines while […]
Cameron honors military with over 1,300 flags at Memorial Day ceremony
CAMERON, WV — A special Memorial Day ceremony took place on Monday in Cameron with a field of flags paying tribute to those who were lost. For the past eight years, the city of Cameron has been placing flags in their Veterans Memorial Park to honor loved ones who have served or continue to serve in the military. This year, they received over 1,300 flags, an additional 75 compared to last year, with 30 volunteers placing them alphabetically in the park. These flags bear the names of not just individuals from Marshall County, but also from across the U.S. Thomas Scott Conely is a part of the American Legion in Cameron, who helped design the park, which he says is very near and dear to his heart.
Community mourning the passing of local County Health Administrator
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — The Marshall County Community is mourning the loss of beloved Marshall County Health Administrator Tom Cook, who friends say passed away early Sunday. According to friends, not only was Tom a good friend but an incredible firefighter and paramedic and made countless contributions to the community. No other information has […]
Martins Ferry residents without water following outage
UPDATE: According to Martins Ferry Mayor John Davies the water break is repaired and as soon as weight is on the pipe they will be slowly filling the lines. The Mayor says there will also be a boil order. ———————————————————————————————————————————– MARTINS FERRY, Ohio (WTRF) – The Martins Ferry Water Treatment Plant has confirmed a water […]
Buckeye Local High School adding Ag Education to course list
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — Buckeye Local High School is expanding its course offerings this fall with a focus on agricultural education. School board officials approved a move at the May 20 session to add the ag curriculum and hire Cameron Best as a part-time teacher on a one-year limited contract starting in August. Superintendent Coy […]
Residents gear up for 25 miles of antiques, collectables and deals in the National Road Yard Sale
BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — What stretches from St. Louis to Baltimore, and has fabulous bargains all along the way? It’s the National Road Yard Sale. And 25 of those 800-plus miles are in Belmont County, Ohio. In fact, in this area it was originally named the 25-mile yard sale, because it begins in Bridgeport […]
Inside ‘Tough As Nails’ With WTRF’s Dugan Lloyd
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF)– Hundreds of runners came out for this year’s ‘Tough As Nails Urban Challenge’ in Wheeling. Dugan Lloyd was one of them. Follow his journey through the course as he attempts to finish the gauntlet…
Community rallies to continue a Memorial Day tradition
MCMECHEN, W.Va. (WTRF) — A special Memorial Day tradition will continue this year after there was concern that it wouldn’t happen. The show must go on, and it definitely will, as the McMechen Memorial Day Parade will return to the streets of the town once again this year, thanks to a group of volunteers in the community. In previous years, […]
The Oglebay Backyard BBQ Festival is back
Oglebay kicks off Memorial Day weekend with their 3rd Annual Backyard BBQ Festival. Festival goers could explore an array barbeque booths, check out the kids zone full of bouncy houses and balloons, or listen to live music featuring multiple artists throughout the day. Rodney Haley, executive vice president of operations, says this is a […]
Oglebay’s Sunday Funday Concert Extravaganza Starts June 2
WHEELING, W.Va. — Get ready to groove and jive because Oglebay’s Sunday Funday Concert Series is back! Presented by the Elizabeth Stifel Kline Foundation and Southwestern Energy Company (SWN), this summer shindig kicks off on June 2 and keeps the good vibes flowing all the way through September 1. Picture this: 14 incredible performances at […]
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