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Guns allegedly drawn on suspects of an Ohio high speed chase
BELMONT COUNTY, OHIO (WTRF) — An investigation is underway into a high speed pursuit that began in Muskingum County and ended in Belmont County on Saturday. A few people who passed by the scene say troopers from the Ohio State Highway Patrol had their guns drawn on what seemed to be the suspect’s vehicle down […]
Wheeling sees alarming spike with five drug overdoses in 24 hours
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — According to the Wheeling Police Department, five overdoses occurred in the Wheeling area in the last 24 hours. Early Friday morning, four opioid overdoses were confirmed in Ohio County, while the fifth remains under investigation. Officials say often, two or three will be reported at...
No charges will be filled in fight involving 3 people, rocks, and stuff thrown
Wheeling Police say they responded to call of three people fighting. Police say they responded to the 3700 block of Eoff St in Wheeling, WV at 9:15 am. Wheeling Police say they spoke to the three people fighting and one person said rocks and stuff were thrown during the fight. Police say that no charges […]
Overdose trend/spike alert issued in Wheeling
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — The Wheeling Police Department issued a possible overdose trend or spike alert on Thursday evening. The alert is in effect for the next 48-96 hours. Police advise that Narcan is available at the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Mondays through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. These alerts are enacted when […]
Wheeling works to become “entertainment central” for the region
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Wesbanco Arena and Capitol Theatre are gearing up for another year filled with some of the best entertainment around. Wheeling’s top entertainment venues recently announced four more shows that will be coming to the Friendly City this Fall and there is something for everyone to enjoy. On September 29 at Capitol […]
Ohio man allegedly left horses standing in own manure, dogs 20 pounds underweight in hoarding case
BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — A probable cause hearing in a Belmont County animal abuse case ran long on Thursday when the accused man, acting as his own attorney, insisted on cross-examining the witness at length. Scott Wolfe and his girlfriend, Tess Coleman of Barnesville, were allegedly keeping 20 dogs and puppies and three horses in deplorable […]
Get ready for a pawsitively fun time at FidoFest May 18
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Grab your leash and treat your pooch to a tail-wagging good time at Volunteer Wheeling’s FidoFest! This event is set for May 18, 2024, at the Fitzsimmons Family Dog Park in East Wheeling from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. According to organizers, Volunteer Wheeling will be unveiling a new art installation […]
Science journalist presents research into toxic waste at Ohio oil and gas waste company that was allegedly storing illegal excess quantities of brine and drilling waste
MARTINS FERRY, Ohio (WTRF) – When flooding plagued the Ohio Valley in April, it left more concerns for Martins Ferry residents than their personal belongings. It left the risk of toxic materials to enter their water supply after Austin Master Services failed to clean up the illegal levels of hazardous waste in their facility, and […]
Helping Heroes held “A Night to Remember” for the 11th year
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – For the 11th year in a row, Helping Heroes held “A Night to Remember” to raise money for their organization, while also raising awareness for veteran suicide and homelessness. This was their first year holding a steak fry, where everyone could eat, vie for raffle prizes, and participate in the silent […]
Wheeling Gateway Project set for demolition, new designs to be revealed soon
WHEELING, W.Va. — The Wheeling Gateway Project is inching closer to its demolition start date, as a contractor has been approved. Raze International of Shadyside was selected as the primary contractor, as it was the lowest qualified bid of five offers. As of Thursday, Triton Construction had begun clearing...
Hilltop Elementary takes part in mock court trial
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Fifth grade students from Hilltop Elementary got real world experience during a Mock Court Trial in a Marshall County Courtroom. Between judge, jury, court reporter, attorney’s and defendants, students worked on a real case, learning about court proceedings and the criminal justice system. Circuit Judge Jeff Cramer has been helping […]
Austin Master Services to face court Monday for radioactive liquids and sludge waste
MARTINS FERRY, Ohio (WTRF) — “Radioactive liquids and sludge,” “harmful contaminants,” and “worsened conditions,” are among the descriptions that make up the allegations found in the dozens of pages of court documents against Austin Master Services. Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is now asking a Belmont County Judge to hold Austin Master Services, parent company […]
Ohio homeowners find bones; Police believe it’s not a human bone
BELMONT COUNTY, OHIO (WTRF) – Bridgeport, Ohio police are investigating after residents on Liapple Street say they found a bone in their yard. The homeowners told 7 News they were gardening when they found what looked like a knee bone. They thought it was an animal bone, but decided to call police out of an […]
We asked people in the Northern Panhandle what’s on their mind this election season. They told us: roads, jobs and drugs
Every few hours, fleets of tanker trucks zip through the very same narrow two-lane roads George Vucelick travels to get to his Moundsville home. The old, winding country roads now feature a growing number of potholes and divots alongside sections of asphalt that are sagging, even crumbling at some points — illustrating the devastating toll […] We asked people in the Northern Panhandle what’s on their mind this election season. They told us: roads, jobs and drugs appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Students explore potential jobs during career job fair
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Students at Center McMechen took part in a career fair this afternoon to learn more about the workforce. Several organizations and businesses in the Ohio Valley attended and answered questions the kids had. The most popular question of the day was: “What is your favorite and least favorite thing about […]
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