Three, including former president, indicted in EGCC case

October 9, 2026

STEUBENVILLE — A long-anticipated 23-page indictment released by the Ohio Auditor of State's office Thursday details what investigators allege was an elaborate scheme to divert millions of student aid dollars meant for disadvantaged students into…

JVS seeks levy renewals for continued funding

BLOOMINGDALE — Residents in Jefferson County are being asked to renew two levies that are vital to the operation of…

Weirton announces Fall Clean Up dates

WEIRTON – While the idea of clearing out unwanted things often is associated with spring, the City of Weirton also…

Republican candidates take the stage in Northern Panhandle

WELLSBURG – Area voters gathered at the Crooked Dock Thursday for an opportunity to hear from several Republican candidates seeking…

Update: Former EGCC President Michael Geoghegan, 2 others, indicted on multiple charges

STEUBENVILLE—Former Eastern Gateway community college president Michael Geoghegan and two people associated with the controversial Student Resource Center were indicted…

Vaccinations important, Jefferson County health commissioner says

STEUBENVILLE — With the flu season starting to ramp up, staff and management at the Jefferson County General Health District…

Community

JVS has a Heart of Gold

BLOOMINGDALE - The Jefferson County Joint Vocational School has proven it has a heart…

STEUBENVILLE - With autumn activities abound, it’s time to celebrate the season with the inclusive Special…

Special Connections Fall Festival set for Oct. 24

Weir High royalty

PERI to meet Wednesday STEUBENVILLE — Public Employees Retirement Inc. will hold its monthly meeting at…

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Toronto sweeps the Huskies on senior night

TORONTO - The Toronto volleyball team took care of business against Harrison Central giving…

St. C continues record season with win at Brooke

GIRLS SOCCER INDIAN CREEK ROLLS OVER MAGNOLIA NEW MARTINSVILLE — The Indian Creek girls soccer team…

Prep Roundup

Ramírez homers as the Guardians beat the White Sox 9-5 to force a decisive Game 5 in ALDS

Business

Teeing off

Craig Howell Bob and Travis Bolner, and the staff of Hosel Rockets Golf Center,…

Graduates

Criminal Justice students gain certifications

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Gary Franks: Lightning will not strike twice in Maine as Platner steps down

Local Columns

Ross Gallabrese: Election season gets serious

In case you haven't noticed, we are heading into the back stretch of the mid-term, election cycle. We're down to a month before Election Day, which falls on Nov. 3. There aren't many local races on this fall's ballot. The only contested race, in fact, is for the Jan. 1 Jefferson County commissioner seat…

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