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Austin Master Services employee’s clothes tested for radioactive materials
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – Boots so covered in radioactive sludge, that they are kept in a box away from human interaction. This was the reality for employees at the Austin Master Services Martins Ferry facility. On the heels of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost holding the facility in contempt, science journalist and author Justin […]
Ohio Humane Society rescues 5 cats that tested positive for leukemia; Need donations to continue quality of life
An Ohio Humane Society recently rescued five cats that tested positive for leukemia and they now need donations to continue the quality of life for the cats. The Belmont County Humane Society said they rescued 5 baby cats on Tuesday and they came back testing positive for leukemia. The Belmont County Humane Society said they […]
Sentencing delayed for Colerain HS student who pleaded guilty to assaulting teacher
CINCINNATI — A Colerain High School student who pleaded guilty to assaulting his teacher earlier this year will have to wait to learn his sentence. It happened in January when police said a Colerain High School teacher was severely injured after she was assaulted by a 15-year-old student. The...
Voter turnout for West Virginia primary drops compared to 2020 cycle
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — They’re votes that decide candidates, set up the races and change the face of our political system…and they don’t take place in November. If you voted in West Virginia’s primary, you helped set the foundation for a major election later this year. But your ballot was one of only about […]
Jefferson County officials express disappointment over missed Appalachian Grant funding
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — Jefferson County commissioners and city officials expressed their disappointment on Thursday, after Steubenville and other parts of the county were on the outside looking in when it came to Appalachian Grant funding. These grants are putting $500 million into Ohio’s 32 Appalachian counties. Jefferson County...
West Virginia bakery wins 1st Place at Dessert Wars, will now compete at Nationals
A West Virginia bakery won first place at Dessert Wars and will now compete at Nationals later this year. Sweet Abe’s Bakeshop in Wheeling, WV was recently crowned first place for the People’s Choice at Dessert Wars Pittsburgh. Dessert Wars is a celebration of the “foodie” lifestyle, featuring dessert vendors vying for the title of […]
Several Area Athletes Advance In DIII District Track Meet
ST.CLAIRSVILLE,OHIO (WTRF) – Several area athletes advanced to the Ohio Division III regional track and field meet with strong showings at Thursday’s district meet at St.Clairsville. One of the highlights Thursday included Shadyside’s Nathan Booth breaking the 35-year old district record in the 110m high hurdles. Booth crossed the line in a time of 14.38 […]
The Public Market takes home the top prize at Show of Hands
Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – 4 local business owners went head to head this evening for another “Show of Hands” event by Wheeling Heritage. These individuals pitch their ideas to the audience, who vote for one to receive a big cash prize. The contestants featured Autumn Dobbs of Butter Me Up Cookies, Travis McBride of Big […]
Eastern Gateway Community College to dissolve October 31
After months of uncertainty following an enrollment pause for Eastern Gateway Community College causing students to be displaced, the college will soon be dissolving. During a meeting held on Wednesday, the college has approved a plan to dissolve on October 31. In the meantime, Eastern Gateway will continue providing educational...
Local high school students unveil impressive community photo mural
BELLAIRE, Ohio (WTRF) — An ambitious project that featured the hard work and dedication of some area high school students is now on display in one local town. After months of planning, preparation, and dedication, the photography class at Bellaire High School revealed a 50 by 25-foot photo mural that now hangs on the wall of the former BJ Ceramics building on Belmont Street.
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