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Hancock prosecutor offers thoughts on use of opioid funds

NEW CUMBERLAND – While no longer providing legal counsel to Hancock County commissioners in relation to negotiations over one planned disbursement of the county's opioid funds, County Prosecutor Steven Dragisich wants to make certain commissioners know where his office stands. On Aug. 14, ...

Fall Festival to close out Wednesdays in Wintersville

WINTERSVILLE — The calendar might show that there are several weeks before autumn actually begins, but there are indications the season is close to arriving. That makes Fall Festival the appropriate theme for September's Wednesdays in Wintersville. “There are a lot of fun things ...

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 ...

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, ...

Donation provides ‘answer to a prayer’ for Urban Mission

STEUBENVILLE — Kevin Mahoney said he has driven tractor-trailers full of food to several locations around the country. A delivery he made Thursday morning will help ensure area residents are able to provide meals for themselves and their families. The JustServe truck he had brought from ...

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 ...