STEUBENVILLE — Just one day after skeletal remains were uncovered in the abandoned cemetery atop Washington Street Hill, city officials said Tuesday that Woda Cooper Companies plans to file a disinterment petition in Jefferson County…
New chief in town
STEUBENVILLE — Newly sworn-in Police Chief Wes Crawford said Tuesday he’s “really excited for the opportunity” to lead the department.…
Froehlich's run coming to an end
STEUBENVILLE — For more than two decades, Froehlich's Classic Corner has been the backdrop for thousands of memories — wedding…
Brooke commissioners hope to begin awarding opioid funds soon
WELLSBURG — Brooke County officials are continuing their review of applications seeking a share of the county's opioid settlement funds.…
Hancock County Schools updating wellness policy
NEW CUMBERLAND — Hancock County Schools is continuing to accept public comments on proposed changes to the district’s wellness policy.…
Veterans saluted at picnic
SMITHFIELD — The Jefferson County Veterans Association hosted its annual county-wide picnic for active military and veterans, Saturday at Friendship…
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Supreme Court asked to legalize home whiskey distilleries
The U.S. Supreme Court is being asked to legalize home whiskey distilleries in the United States by a conservative-leaning think tank in Ohio. The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled recently that the federal ban against home whiskey distilleries is unconstitutional. However, the 6th Circuit upheld the federal ban. The federal government said…
Amish man sentenced to 31 years to life in prison for rape
Sons and Daughters of Italy prepare its iconic sausage sandwiches for Italian Festival
New Books Available at Steubenville Library STEUBENVILLE — The Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County…
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Local Sports
Yankees and Pirates rained out, to play a day-night doubleheader today
NEW YORK (AP) — The Yankees' game against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night…
Guardians beat Twins 5-2 for third straight victory
MORGANTOWN — On July 17, West Virginia football released a hype video on its social media…
Still a lot of work to do for WVU with season approaching
NFL training camps set to open with 10 new head coaches, several QB changes
Business
Getting a boost
Craig Howell The management and staff of Boost Mobile were joined by members of…
JCESC Family Support Specialist program provides summer relief to families in need
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio said a utility company it banned from doing business in…
Ohio denies energy application to banned utility
Ruby leaving W.Va. Department of Tourism effective Aug. 1
Editorials
Different perspectives
It's easy to be critical about the way your community looks, or the people who have been elected to govern it or those who have been appointed to be in charge of services ranging from the streets to the water system, from the sewer system to garbage collection. If you have any doubts about…
Gary Franks: Lightning will not strike twice in Maine as Platner steps down
Veronique de Rugy: What a 700-Year-Old Fresco Can Teach America
Josh Hammer: The Return of Socialism and the GOP's Golden Opportunity
Local Columns
Ross Gallabrese: Innovation all around us
There was a lot of excitement this spring surrounding the Artemis II mission that successfully sent four astronauts around the moon. It helped to set the stage for the third mission, which is scheduled for next year and will test the Orion spacecraft's ability to dock with landers built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.…
Ross Gallabrese: Impacting the community
Checking In on the Men Who Always Show Up
Ross Gallabrese: Dates To Remember
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Ohio News
Ohio Haitians await next Steps after TPS decision
Haitian immigrants in Ohio who were under federal temporary protective status could see their state driver’s licenses and work permits expire this week following a U.S. Supreme Court ruling. The court declined to extend TPS status on June 25, holding the argument that the Trump administration terminated the status based on race is unlikely…