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Petrella calls Steubenville at turning point, vows to tackle mall closure

Steubenville Mayor Ralph Petrella told residents Wednesday that the city is at a pivotal moment as it works to build on revitalization efforts, confront major challenges and chart what he described as a clear path forward. Petrella delivered his first State of the City address at Youngstown State University-Steubenville, where...

Steubenville, OH · 1d

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Tensions rise in Mingo Junction after ex-fire chief found guilty in court

MINGO JUNCTION, Ohio — Tensions remained high in Mingo Junction following the latest court ruling involving former Fire Chief Brandon Montgomery, as residents packed a village council meeting to protest council members’ handling of his case. Montgomery pleaded no contest, was found guilty and was sentenced to community...

Mingo Junction, OH · 2d

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Wheeling announces six-day closure on Chapline Street for WVU Medicine Cancer Center water tap installation

WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Part of Chapline Street will close for six days while crews install a water tap for the WVU Medicine Cancer Center site. Chapline Street will be closed between 20th and 22nd streets from Friday, Nov. 13, through Wednesday, Nov. 18. Drivers will still have access to the Wheeling Police Department and […]

Wheeling, WV · 19h

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Jefferson County leaders tout development plan near YSU campus

STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — Jefferson County leaders are moving ahead with plans to develop land near Youngstown State University’s Steubenville campus, saying the effort is aimed not only at improving the area but also at attracting young people to the city and giving them a reason to stay. County...

Jefferson County, OH · 2d

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Wintersville lands $400K oil and gas lease deal, plans infrastructure upgrades

Wintersville leaders say a new round of oil and gas lease revenue will help fuel the village’s long-term prosperity and growth, with plans already in place to put the money toward infrastructure projects. The village recently negotiated a lease covering about 60 acres of land, including streets and alleyways....

Wintersville, OH · 16h

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Council weighs one-way streets, parking limits to help Mingo Junction responders reach hom

Concerns about whether first responders can reach homes quickly on narrow streets are prompting village leaders in Mingo Junction to consider changes to traffic and parking rules. Village officials have been working on altering the layout of some streets to improve public safety and give emergency crews better access to...

Mingo Junction, OH · 20h

WTRF- 7News

Korean War soldier from Steubenville returns home more than 75 years after going missing in action

STEUBENVILLE, OH. (WTRF) – A Steubenville soldier who was reported missing in action during the Korean War is finally returning home more than 75 years after his disappearance, following the identification of his remains by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency. First Lt. Raymond Banker Gilbert, a native of Steubenville and graduate of Steubenville High School […]

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Steubenville officials weigh four sites for new fire station as design deadline nears

STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — Steubenville officials are continuing discussions about building a new fire station as the city works toward early design and cost estimates for the project. The city has Employee Energy Architects, who face a deadline to provide preliminary designing costs. Officials have said the city would need...

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Tuskegee Airmen mural will return downtown Steubenville

A blank wall in downtown Steubenville is set to become the new home of a mural many in the city were disappointed to see come down. City leaders on Wednesday announced plans to bring back the Tuskegee Airmen mural, tying its return to a new business development connected to Oyo Brewing Co. The mural will be repainted on a wall at the Antiques Warehouse on Market Street.

Steubenville, OH · 1d

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Welcome MiMi's Daycare Academy to Weirton

MiMi's Daycare Academy is open and ready to help your little ones learn in a safe, home-style environment. City officials joined the Weirton Area Chamber of Commerce on November 10 to welcome Academy with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony. Owner Shelby Paul and her staff are committed to providing children throughout the Weirton area a positive, nurturing experience that only a MiMi can give.

Weirton, WV · 1d

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Amid plans to shut off landlines, rural Ohioans worry of isolation

Decades ago, before cell phones buzzed and beeped in everyone's pockets, people relied on a network of copper wires to stay connected to loved ones. A landline phone’s chime was a familiar part of everyday life. In some Appalachian Ohio homes, like Paul Feezel’s, those landlines are still ringing....

Ohio · 1d

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Wellsburg’s Foundry Church teams with Harvest of Hope on holiday food drive

With the holidays approaching, The Foundry Church in Wellsburg is collecting food to help make the season easier for local families in need. The church is partnering with Harvest of Hope, an initiative created by Brooke High School student Aisha Swango, to gather grocery items for families who may be struggling. Organizers are asking for canned goods, along with items such as egg noodles, stuffing, instant mashed potatoes, dinner roles, and mini pies.

Wellsburg, WV · 1d

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2026 CHRISTMAS AT THE FORT

The 2026 Christmas at the Fort opens with Steubenville Lights up the Night on Friday, November 27th and runs through December 27th. Many ‘THANKS’ and ‘WELCOME BACK’ to all who have attended this event over the past years and ‘WELCOME’ to those who will come and experience the event for the first time.

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West Liberty Cites Weigh-In Concerns in Decision to Cancel Dual

West Liberty, W.Va. - West Liberty University Athletics recognizes the logistical challenges of conducting weigh-ins for multiple teams aboard a ship, where space was limited and multiple scales were utilized. We appreciate the planning and coordination involved in hosting an event under these unique circumstances. However, concerns arose regarding the...

West Liberty, WV · 2d

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This Small Ohio Town Fills Its Streets With Over 200 Giant Nutcrackers And Strolling It Is Free

Dean Martin stands six feet tall on a downtown sidewalk, and he’s a nutcracker. Nearby, a singing nutcracker named Sebastian belts out Christmas tunes in Dean’s famous style. That’s just the warm-up. More than 200 life-size nutcrackers line the streets of this Ohio town, and each one...

Steubenville, OH · 1d

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Wellsville reaches agreement with out-of-state owner as Main Street closure nears 250 days

WELLSVILLE, Ohio — A stretch of Main Street in Wellsville has been shut down for nearly 250 days after the roof of a building collapsed, creating what village officials have described as a danger to residents. Court documents say the property owner lives in Michigan. Last Wednesday, the property...

Wellsville, OH · 3d

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History is on display at this 180-year-old Ohio family farm

When Bill Huss was a little kid, he remembers visiting his grandparents’ farm in eastern Ohio for a few sunbaked weeks every summer. He rode horses, played alongside sheep and once chased the mean rooster with a broom. “I grew up basically in the suburbs of Baltimore and so...

Ohio · 3h

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Steubenville honors homecoming of 1st Lt. Raymond Banker Gilbert

STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — After 75 years, a Korean War veteran's remains have finally returned to his hometown of Steubenville. It was a somber occasion Tuesday as a motorcade escorted the remains of 1st Lt. Raymond Banker Gilbert from Pittsburgh International Airport to Vinson House of Mortuary in Steubenville. Residents...

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Listening Bench coming to Belmont County to help combat suicide

BELMONT COUNTY, OHIO (WTRF) – Next year a bench will be placed in Belmont County with a special purpose. The Listening Bench is the project of a group of agencies and individuals aiming to allow people experiencing struggles to be able to sit down and talk to someone about their feelings. A trained volunteer will […]

Belmont County, OH · 2d

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