Former W.Va. governor, U.S. senator Jay Rockefeller dies

November 6, 2026

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Jay Rockefeller, the last member of his family’s political dynasty — and the only Democrat — who served as West Virginia’s governor and later a longtime U.S. senator, has died. He…

Former staff, W.Va. officials pay tribute to the legacy of former governor, senator Jay Rockefeller

CHARLESTON - For many, the Rockefeller name is associated with oil and money. But in West Virginia, it's associated with…

Humane Society asks Jefferson commissioners for funding

STEUBENVILLE — At a time when commissioners are already searching for ways to cut millions in spending to balance their…

Steubenville International Film Festival will highlight local talent, span genres

STEUBENVILLE — This weekend's inaugural Steubenville International Film Festival will feature 58 films of all types, from narrative shorts to…

Weirton to consider new FOP agreement

WEIRTON – City Council will vote on a new contract for Weirton’s police officers during their meeting set for Monday…

Two local communities receive Opportunity Zone designation

WEIRTON – Sections of two local communities were included among 52 new Opportunity Zones established in West Virginia. The Opportunity…

Community

Oglebay Park Flips Switch On Holiday Lights, $2 Million Investment in Event

WHEELING – Santa – with some help from WesBanco – flipped the switch on…

Weirton Chamber of Commerce encourages good business practices

Northern Community College President Welcomed by Rotary

Entries sought for Christmas tree display WEIRTON - The Weirton Board of Parks and Recreation is…

Briefs for Nov. 6

Local Sports

Playoff time is here for Big Red

STEUBENVILLE — It's once again playoff time in Death Valley. After finishing as the…

Red Knights' historic run ends

Golden Bears headed back to state tourney

Blue Dons look to finish comeback season strong

Business

Pull up to the Pull Out

Craig Howell Owners and staff of The Pull Out Hometown Bar and Grill, located…

FOR BUSINESS: Quick takes

New ownership

Harrison Community Hospital expands monitoring capabilities

Do you attend the high school plays and musicals in your area?

Editorials

Sports referees need safety and support

Refereeing isn’t supposed to be dangerous. But those who (often volunteer to) do so are increasingly facing dangers to their mental health and wellbeing AND their physical health while they are trying to do their jobs for our kids. During a Steubenville-New Philadelphia boys soccer game this week, an official was injured so badly…

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Local Columns

Ross Gallabrese: We love to spend on Halloween

Drive through any neighborhood in the region and there's no doubt you will see plenty of Halloween decorations. A lot of those will have been in place for some time now. It wasn't all that long ago when it was rare to find a house whose owner went all-in on that day. Thanks to…

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