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Briefs

Brilliant man gets sentenced

STEUBENVILLE — A Brilliant man has been sentenced to 10-15 years in prison for the April 24 rape of an 11-year-old girl.

Ashton Edward Bensie, 20, 401 Labelle St., Brilliant was indicted in June on a single count of rape.

Prosecuting Attorney Jane Hanlin said she was satisified with the sentence, “and hope it brings the victim a small measure of peace.”

A male juvenille is also facing charges. Because of his age, he has not been identified.

Alternate plans made for party

STEUBENVILLE — While she’s hoping for sunny weather Saturday, Parks and Recreation Director Lori Fetherolf has contingency plans in case Mother Nature decides to rain on the department’s annual Halloween Party for kids age 1-10.

In the event of rain, Fetherolf said the trick-or-treat party will be moved to Martin Luther King Recreational Center. Parents should check the department’s Facebook page for updates on the party, she said.

The party is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Thanks to a donation from Steubenville Rotarians, Fetherolf said they have plenty of candy to distribute.

Meet the Candidates night set

STEUBENVILLE — Island Creek Township Trustees are hosting a Meet the Candidates night beginning at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Four Seasons Ministry Center, formerly Pleasant Hill Elementary School, on state Route 213.

There will be candidates for two trustees openings in the Nov. 2 election, and representatives of the Pleasant Hill Volunteer Fire Department will discuss the levy renewal.

From staff reports

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