Elder exploitation allegations against longtime attorney head to later court date

July 17, 2026

NEW CUMBERLAND — More time is needed before court proceedings against a Hancock County attorney and his wife can continue, officials said. Lawrence Lee Manypenny, 74, and his wife, Constance Carmella Manypenny, 74, had been scheduled to appear for a preliminary hearing Thursday in Hancock County Magistrate Court after being charged with several felony counts alleging they defrauded an 86-year-old Weirton resident. Ohio County Magistrate Mike Lemon, who was appointed special magistrate to hear the case, said after discussions Thursday morning that the defendants had waived their right ...

Weirton’s Friday night concert canceled

July 17, 2026

WEIRTON - Tonight's planned performance by the Fantasy's at the Weirton Event Center has been canceled. City officials announced the cancellation this morning, citing poor air quality and recommendations by health officials to avoid outdoor activities.

Laughlin Chapel campers connect with nature during Wheeling garden visit

July 17, 2026

Laughlin Chapel summer campers got to float among butterflies, buzz with bees and even more during a visit Thursday afternoon to the Seeing Hand Association's Edelman Garden on Wheeling Island. The children made that visit as part of Laughlin Chapel's six-week summer camp, and Program ...

Edison gym repairs near completion as liability questions remain

July 17, 2026

STEUBENVILLE — While repairs to the Edison Local gym are almost done, school officials are no closer to finding out which contractor is going to be deemed at fault for the massive water leak that caused the problem. Superintendent Bill Beattie told Jefferson County commissioners Thursday ...

Water plant expansion completion delayed until October

July 17, 2026

WEIRTON — The Weirton Area Water Board will have to wait several more months before the expansion of the city’s water treatment plant is complete. During Thursday’s meeting, board members approved two change orders for the project, extending the date of substantial completion from June ...

JeffCo Community Playground aims to create inclusive space for children of all abilities

July 16, 2026

STEUBENVILLE — Eliminating barriers that prevent children with disabilities from interacting with other children is the goal of a project planned for the city's West End. That mission is driving efforts to raise the money needed to bring the JeffCo Community Playground to Jim Wood ...