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Commissioners ask prosecutor to review senior services levy wording

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STEUBENVILLE — Jefferson County commissioners said Thursday they will ask legal counsel to review the wording of the senior services levy regarding the distribution of funds, particularly after UPMC’s acquisition of Trinity Health System is finalized. UPMC signed a letter of agreement in October to explore the merits of acquiring Trinity Health System and is widely expected to finalize its decision in October. During Thursday’s meeting, representatives from Our Place, an activity and resource center, told commissioners they have heard “significant concerns” from some seniors ...

The music continues

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Ross Gallabrese Aristotle Jones and the Appalachian Soul Band brought their unique blend of Appalachian folk music and Black American soul and funk music to the Berkman Amphitheater stage Thursday as the Fort Steuben Summer Concert Series continued. Restless Hearts was the opening act. The ...

'Say Yes to the Dress' sale returning to Hills Elementary

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MINGO JUNCTION — Teen girls looking forward to homecoming, prom and other formal events can search for their perfect gown during the “Say Yes to the Dress” sale at Hills Elementary School. The fundraising event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 15 in the school gymnasium at 2281 ...

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Rogers Park Flea Market rescheduled for Aug. 29 AMSTERDAM — The first annual Rogers Park Flea Market has been rescheduled for Aug. 29 due to the forecasted thunderstorms on the event’s original Aug. 8 date. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Rogers Park and will feature vendors, food trucks, drink vendors, raffles and activities for the community. Organizers are seeking volunteers to assist with traffic, ticket sales and keeping the park clean. Donations of basketballs, pop and water for the community also are being accepted. Brianna Whitehead will offer $5 nail ...

Wellsburg Council discussing meeting procedures

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WELLSBURG — Wellsburg Council members are discussing the potential for establishing new procedures and requirements for their meetings. Council convened in its regular session July 28, which had been rescheduled from a meeting originally set for July 14 where only three of the eight members ...

County submits preliminary $40M estimate for potential Cadiz water project

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STEUBENVILLE — Jefferson County commissioners agreed Thursday to submit the “very preliminary” estimate requested by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency regarding the potential cost of supplying Cadiz with water, but stressed they do not want to be rushed into a decision they could regret later. During a work session Thursday, Jefferson County Water and Sewer District Director Jonathan Sgalla told commissioners the OEPA is seeking the most cost-effective solution to address the Harrison County community’s water needs. “There’s a major collaboration involved in this,” ...