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Community

Guardians of the cake

Joseph and Giada Maccariella, junior supporters of the Jefferson County Veterans Association, were among those who gathered at Friendship Park in Smithfield for the group’s annual picnic. The day included 36 veterans and active military personnel, along with their family members. JCVA ...

Four Season Senior Club meets

WEIRTON — Members of the Four Seasons Senior Club met for their monthly meeting July 16 at Giovanni’s restaurant in Weirton. President Gene Viola called the meeting to order. Tony LaRosa gave the opening prayer, led in the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance and led the singing of ...

Community news from around the area

Button kits available at library WELLSBURG — The Brooke County Library will provide Design A Button kits for children ages 8 to 18. Pick up a kit and do the project at home. Supplies are limited and registration is required. Those registering will be called to pick up their kit at the ...

Wellsburg resident turns 102 years old

WEIRTON — Wellsburg resident Isabell Metzger celebrated her 102nd birthday July 6 at the Weirton Geriatric Center. A resident of Wellsburg since 1950, Metzger enjoyed the day alongside her family. She was married to the late Willian Metzger for 67 years. She has three daughters: Carol ...

Orlando marks 20 years with early intervention

STEUBENVILLE — There is nothing more meaningful for Jennifer Orlando than helping little ones grow, thrive. And she has had that privilege for the last 20 years. The development specialist with the Jefferson County Board of Developmental Disabilities’ Early Intervention program marked 20 ...

Longtime JVS instructor headed to Buckeye

BLOOMINGDALE — Rebecca Kelley has been a longtime figure in the early childhood education program at the Jefferson County Vocational School. However, when classes resume next month, she will not be at the JVS. Kelley retired as an instructor on May 30, but will now head to the Buckeye ...