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Fort Steuben concert first of many this weekend across valley
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — The 2024 Fort Steuben Concert Series continued Thursday at the Berkman Amphitheater with the Shades of Time kicking off the night and then a performance by The Fantasy's. Community members filled the lawn to enjoy the music as well as food vendors. The concert series will...
Reflecting on D-Day: Local woman uncovers family hero's silent sacrifice
BROOKE COUNTY, W.Va. — On June 6, 1944, Allied forces launched a massive invasion on the Normandy coast of France, marking the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany. Eighty years later, many share those stories of loved ones who took part in one of the most pivotal moments in history.
PAP Club Hosts 6th Annual Band Bash with special tribute to veterans
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — It was a day filled with live music, sunshine, and a special tribute to the veterans in the Ohio Valley on Saturday in Wheeling. The Polish American Patriotic Club hosted its 6th annual Band Bash at the PAP club on Jacob Street. During one of the five live performances, the club […]
Impersonators posing as FEMA workers alarm residents in Wheeling neighborhoods
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — As FEMA applications are rolled out, there are some sinister happenings you are going to want to keep an eye out for. Ohio County EMA Director Lou Vargo says FEMA worker impersonators are knocking on doors in Wheeling. "I have reports that there might be...
Ohio man sentenced to jail after being caught with meth while on probation
54-year-old Kenneth Dorsey pleaded guilty in Jefferson County Common Pleas Court Thursday to felony charges of aggravated possession of methamphetamine and tampering with evidence, as well as violating his probation for a 2022 drug offense.
48th Annual Imperial Glass Convention celebrates history and collectors in the Ohio Valley
BELLAIRE, Ohio (WTRF) — Glass collectors from all around the country are here in the Ohio Valley for the 48th Annual Imperial Glass Convention. It’s a weekend dedicated to preserving the history of the world’s largest handmade glass factory, which operated for nearly a century in Bellaire. The convention kicked off earlier today with a […]
Ohio man charged with murder after allegedly stabbing a Good Samaritan who was protecting a pregnant woman
Kelsey Lee Henry, 22 from Steubenville, Ohio, was indicted on charges of murder tampering with evidence and domestic violence with a repeat offender specification, all of them felonies.
Wheeling officials announce plans for 2024 Juneteenth celebration at Heritage Port
WHEELING, W.Va. — The 2024 Wheeling Juneteenth Celebration will take place Wednesday, June 19 at Heritage Port. African American history, music, faith, family, and freedom will be celebrated. The event will begin at 6 p.m. with a short ceremony, followed by live entertainment featuring Ezra John. The theme of...
Wheeling's new Market Street Garage nears completion
WHEELING, W.Va. — Crews have been hard at work on the Market Street Parking Garage the last 2 years, and now it's close to the finish line. "Once it's done,” Wheeling City Manager Robert Herron said. “It is going to be spectacular." Herron says the 300-spot garage...
WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital offering new procedure device to prevent stroke
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital is now offering a second procedure option that can help prevent strokes and eliminate the use of blood thinners. The WVU Medicine Heart and Vascular Institute at Wheeling Hospital recently performed 4 procedures with a new device for patients with atrial fibrillation. The hospital has been using […]
Marshall County commissioners provide updates on two major projects
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Marshall County commissioners approved several notions during their re-scheduled meeting including an upgrade to one of their internal systems that deals with payroll and taxes. The cost to upgrade their current AS400 system is about $45,200 and will be completed before August. Other important updates were given on courthouse renovations […]
West Virginia business continues annual American Flag Retirement Ceremony
FOLLANSBEE, W.Va. (WTRF) The James Funeral Home in Follansbee is once again hosting its annual American Flag Retirement Ceremony. They will take one flag and ceremoniously inspect it to make sure it is worn, torn, and soiled. Then, they fold it into the 13 triangles, which make one final triangle, and place it in the […]
Berkman Amphitheater at Fort Steuben gets a facelift, upgrades coming soon
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — There have been some recent improvements at the Berkman Amphitheater at Historic Fort Steuben. The pickets on the stage that were once brown are now light grey. Steubenville Mayor Jerry Barilla says with the lighter backdrop behind the performers, it makes them stand out more.
Wheeling steps up safety and culture with vibrant new crosswalks at Centre Market
WHEELING, W.Va. — If you're in Centre Market in Wheeling, you might notice some new crosswalks thanks to one commission. The Arts & Cultural Commission wanted to bring an initiative back to “The Friendly City” by adding two new colorful & creative crosswalks on two different roads that go through Centre Market.
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