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Brunner says Ohio is important

STEUBENVILLE — What happens in Ohio is an important indicator for the rest of the country, Ohio Supreme Court Justice Jennifer Brunner said Saturday. Brunner made the comment during her presentation at the state convention of the Federated Democratic Women of Ohio, held at the Steubenville ...

Disability Independence Celebration begins with community art exhibit

WEIRTON — The community kicked off its third annual Disability Independence Celebration on Monday with an exhibit highlighting the artistic talents of area residents of all ages and abilities. A reception was held at the Summit Art Gallery, serving as the first event in a weeklong series of ...

Ohio Democratic women hold statewide conference in Steubenville

STEUBENVILLE — For Maureen Howard, it was not difficult to explain the importance of Saturday's statewide convention of the Federated Democratic Women of Ohio. "It's an honor to lead the path forward to the future for all women, Democrats and otherwise," said Howard, the president of the ...

Former steelworkers gather for annual Weirton Steel 25-Year Club Picnic

WEIRTON – For eight decades, long-time employees of the Weirton steel mill have gathered for a day of fellowship and memories. Men and women who spent their careers manufacturing the steel, tin, and other materials which served as the lifeblood of the Upper Ohio Valley – whether as part ...

Renovations to Weirton skate park move forward

WEIRTON – A project to update and improve the safety of a skate park located within Municipal Plaza is under way. Through the support of some local contributors, the Weirton Board of Parks and Recreation has spent the last few months reviewing the skate park and seeing what can be done to ...

Brooke County man sentenced to 20 to 40 years on sexual abuse charges

WELLSBURG – A Brooke County man is facing 20 to 40 years in prison after being sentenced on charges of sexual abuse. William Robert Hilty, 59, of Beech Bottom, was sentenced July 13 to at least 20 and no more than 40 years by First Judicial Circuit Court Judge Jason Cuomo. Hilty pleaded ...