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Archaeological consultant spotted at long-forgotten cemetery

STEUBENVILLE — A month after construction of a senior housing project was halted because grave markers were found during site preparation, archaeological consultants have been at the long-forgotten cemetery at the top of Washington Street hill to lay the groundwork for their investigation. City officials confirmed an ASC Group Inc. consultant has been in Steubenville for the initial testing. “It is my understanding that ASC Group, the archaeological firm, was (here) to investigate the site,” City Manager Mike Johnson said. “They will need to remove approximately five inches of ...

McKinley remembered for profound impact on family, community

WHEELING — Family, friends and members of the community gathered in Wheeling Monday to pay their respects to former Congressman David B. McKinley, who was remembered not only for his decades of public service but also for his love for his family and his home state of West Virginia. Hundreds ...

Brooke board OKs personnel moves

WELLSBURG — The Brooke County Board of Education approved personnel recommendations and recognized several students during Monday’s meeting. Among the moves OK’d were the hiring of Maria Woodall as head girls soccer coach at Brooke High School, pending certification with the West ...

Youngstown State University growing in Steubenville

STEUBENVILLE — Officials with Youngstown State University said Saturday's event at its Steubenville campus was more than an open house. "What you are seeing today, in spite of the enthusiasm, is a starting point," said YSU President Bill Johnson while speaking in Founders Hall. "What you ...

Weirton looks to nature for Earth Day event

WEIRTON – City officials, with support from others in the community, provided an opportunity for area residents to put some more green into their neighborhoods Saturday. The City of Weirton, with support from FirstEnergy, the Brooke-Hancock Family Resource Network, and others, hosted an ...