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Offering protection

Contributed Lola Atkinson, victim advocate for the Lighthouse, spoke with members of the Weirton Rotary Club during the club's meeting Wednesday. The Lighthouse is a domestic violence shelter and advocacy program operated by CHANGE Inc. In 2025, the Lighthouse offered its services to 250 ...

United Way Day of Action brings community together

STEUBENVILLE — The United Way of Jefferson County's Day of Action has served for many years as a way to open the organization's annual campaign and recognize a special volunteer. It remains an important date on the nonprofit's calendar. "It's a time when we can bring workplaces together, ...

Multiple policies up for comment in Hancock County Schools

NEW CUMBERLAND — Five changes to Hancock County Schools policies currently are up for review by the public. During the Hancock County Board of Education's meeting Monday, officials noted the policy proposals are now available for a 30-day public comment period. They include policies for ...

Grilling up a good time

Craig Howell Representatives of the local business community were invited to the Weirton Area Chamber of Commerce, Thursday, for its second-annual Burgers with the Board. Attendees were able to enjoy hamburgers and hot dogs, meet members of the chamber's board of directors, network with ...

Waterline dispute puts Jefferson County Commissioners at odds

STEUBENVILLE — Long-simmering tensions surrounding a sewer line relocation that somehow was done without an official vote, a contract being signed or a work order issued spilled over Thursday after Jefferson County commissioners were asked to approve payment of a $240,000 invoice submitted ...

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Buckeye students to receive free meals DILLONVALE — Students in Buckeye Local Schools will again receive free breakfasts and lunches this school year through the district’s participation in a U.S. Department of Agriculture program. Superintendent Coy Sudvary said the program is beneficial to families in the community. Participation depends in part on the percentage of students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals, so eligible families are encouraged to submit applications. The district also must maintain sufficient participation in the program. Schools track the number of ...