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Zito: Steel plant falls in West Virginia, but no one hears a sound
WEIRTON, West Virginia — The hum is gone. It was a sound that told locals that men and women were working. It told small businesses that have tried to hold on, after each cutback at the iconic steel mill that for over 100 years defined their skyline, that people would need their services. Services from mechanics that fixed their cars. Services from mom-and-pop shops that served them fresh sandwiches and Mountain Dew after their shifts. From grocers who filled their cupboards and ice boxes with staples to feed their families, and from barbers who relied on their biweekly haircuts to make ends meet.
NEWS9 Special Assignment: Overlooked overpasses?
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — Bridges have had a hot spotlight on them in the last year, both locally and nationally. But what about some of those you drive under routinely?. Chances are, if you live in the area, you've driven under the Lincoln Avenue underpass. It’s a bridge that...
History museum will remain in old New Cumberland school after building sells at auction
HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – New Cumberland recently moved their city-building offices downtown after being in the old school for almost two decades. Recently, the former New Cumberland High School building sold at auction leaving many in the community wondering what’s going to happen to the building. Miguel Charnenko of Tampa, Florida purchased the […]
Update: Flood advisory previously issued will expire at 4:45 a.m.
The advisory was for Allegheny, Beaver and Washington counties. "The Flood Advisory will expire at 4:45 a.m. early this morning for portions of east central Ohio, including the following area, Jefferson OH, Pennsylvania, including the following areas, Allegheny, Beaver and Washington, and the northern panhandle of West Virginia, including the following areas, Brooke and Hancock. The heavy rain has ended for all areas except in Allegheny County, where a Flash Flood Warning remains in effect until 7:15 a.m. Please continue to heed remaining road closures," states the National Weather Service.
High Flying Hawks: Hiland looks dominant in five-inning win over Toronto
BOWERSTON — A 10-run fourth inning by hard-hitting Hiland had the Toronto Red Knights feeling blue, as the top-seeded Hawks defeated No. 2 Toronto 12-1 in five innings to advance to the Div. IV East District final Wednesday against fifth-seeded Strasburg. The Hawks banged out 14 hits and junior...
Ogden elected as Hancock County commissioner
HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. ( WTRF) – Hancock County voters elected Tommy Ogden for commissioner with 54 percent of the vote (1719 votes total). He will replace current county commissioner, Jeff Davis, who plans to retire in January 2025. Ogden is a lifelong resident of the county and owns a business in Chester. […]
Ohio's new law curbs school cell phone use, sparking debate among educators and students
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine recently signed House Bill 250, which would limit cell phone usage in all Ohio schools. Locally, educators and students are speaking out. DeWine signed the bill with the intent of minimizing cell phone usage and distractions for kids in K-12 schools,...
Author Justin Nobel discusses oil and gas impacts at Korbel's Farm book signing
JEFFERSON COUNTY, OH — A book signing event took place at the Korbel's Family Farm in Hammondsville, Ohio. Present at the event was Justin Nobel, the author of "Petroleum-238." Nobel's book is about his seven years of investigating environmental and health hazards in Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania due to oil and gas infrastructure.
Dog of The Week: Dawson seeks adoption from Beaver County Humane Society
(Dog of The Week is a regular feature by the Beaver County Humane Society seeking forever homes for adorable dogs.) Hello everyone. My name is Dawson. As you can see, I’m super photogenic and adorable. Just look at that mug. I am a neutered male, brown and black Labrador...
Community Matters: Why RiverWise is paying high school students to learn about county
During six weeks in July and August, Beaver County high school students will have the opportunity to earn a $250 stipend for completing this year’s Summer Sustainability Institute. For many readers, this is likely the first time you have heard about the institute. So, before explaining why RiverWise is...
Ohio police looking for missing 16-year-old girl
Ohio police say they are looking for a missing 16-year-old girl. The Wintersville, Ohio police department say they need help finding missing 16-year-old Taryn Rose Redfern. Taryn was last seen walking along Sunset Blvd on May 13, 2024 according to Wintersville police. Police describe Taryn as 5’4, 130 pounds, blue eyes, and long strawberry blonde […]
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