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Brooke County reverting to old names for four primary and intermediate schools
BROOKE COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — Starting next year, you’ll be seeing new names outside four Brooke County schools…but they may be the names you’re already using. Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Crook says this month the school board approved the change for its elementary schools. Brooke Primary North will become Hooverson Heights Primary, Brooke Intermediate North will […]
Significant rockfall shuts down State Route 7 at Mingo Junction, repairs underway
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — A significant rockfall has closed State Route 7 at Mingo Junction for the foreseeable future. Crews will be working around the clock to remove the rock and restore the work zone. Additionally, pavement repairs that may be needed will be completed prior to reopening the road.
State expected to match funds for Market Street Bridge, says Capito
BROOKE COUNTY, W.Va. — Earlier this month, Senator Shelly Moore Capito announced an $87.5 million award toward construction of a new Market Street Bridge over the Ohio River between Steubenville and Follansbee. On Thursday, she explained where the rest of the money for the new bridge will need to...
Historic homes to open for tour in Jefferson County
MT. PLEASANT, Ohio — Step back in time and stroll the streets of historic Mt. Pleasant, Ohio, a National Historic Landmark District, on Aug. 3 and 4 during the historical society’s annual tour. The tour will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 3 and 1-5 p.m. Aug. 4.
Cleveland-Cliffs Plans Weirton, West Virginia, Operations
American steel manufacturer Cleveland-Cliffs plans to reopen operations in Weirton, West Virginia. The $150 million project is expected to create 600 jobs in Brooke and Hancock counties. The company will repurpose its existing tin facility, which shut down in February, to produce steel for electric grid transformers. Production is scheduled...
Dunkin' Donuts to open new Wheeling location on National Road
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — The Dunkin' Donuts franchise is expanding to Wheeling, with a new location being built along National Road in Woodsdale. The former Hardee’s location will soon be home to the first Dunkin' in the Friendly City. According to Heartland Restaurant Group -- a Pittsburgh organization...
Officials urge using 911 for emergencies during Johnson Road work
STEUBENVILLE, OH — As crews continue to repave Johnson Road, the main route that vehicles take into Trinity Medical Center West is being restricted. Crews are enabling emergency vehicles to travel through, but regular traffic should expect delays. Officials with Trinity Health System are advising the public, that if...
Grecian Fest returns with live dances and authentic Greek culture in Wheeling
WHEELING, W.Va. — The 23rd annual Grecian Fest in Wheeling is back and better than ever. Held at the John Divine Greek Orthodox Church, the festival celebrates Greek culture through live cooking demonstrations, a Greek market, and more. To add to the authenticity, exhibition dancers will take the stage...
BOIL ORDER ISSUED - 7/26/24 Brooke St. & Sycamore St.
On 7/26/2024 work is being done on a water line on Brooke St. The US EPA and the WV Bureau of Public Health require Public Water Systems to notify the public when the water distribution lines have gone dry in an affected area to alert them of possible contamination. Water lines will be flushed and samples will be collected and tested to insure the water replenishing the effected system is disinfected and in compliance with US EPA Bacteriological Regulations. Areas affected by this notice include all businesses and residents of Brooke St. and Sycamore St., as well as, any other customers who lost water pressure in this area.
Local water department asking property owners to complete service line inventory survey
WHEELING, W.Va. — In response to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rules, officials with the City of Wheeling’s Water Department are asking residents and business owners to complete a Service Line Inventory Survey, the primary purpose being to identify homes/buildings that have lead water service lines. The survey is available on the City’s website HERE. A […]
Weirton hosts Disability Independence celebration, coinciding with national day
WEIRTON, WV — The city of Weirton held a Disability Independence celebration on Friday. The three-day event wrapped up on the same day that is recognized nationally as Disability Independence Day. Organizer Jon Curenton, came up with the idea to hold a Disability Independence celebration in Weirton -- after...
Grand opening of a new Ohio Valley dog park to be held on Thursday
A grand opening of a new Ohio Valley dog park will be held on Thursday. The Belmont County Dog Park will host a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday at noon at dog park, located at 67485 Bannock Road, St. Clairsville, Ohio.
Restoration aims to return Wheeling's historic railroad building to original glory
WHEELING, WV — A well-known building in downtown Wheeling is set for some restoration assistance thanks to the state of West Virginia. West Virginia Northern Community College's Baltimore and Ohio railroad building is now under restoration. Since the early 1900s, the Baltimore and Ohio railroad building has been apart of the Friendly City. It's been everything from a railroad station to a restaurant.
Belmont County Dog Park officially opens with an emotional surprise
BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — The Belmont County Dog Park had its grand opening today. Not only was there a traditional ribbon cutting, but some surprising emotional moments as well, and plenty of four-legged individuals celebrating their new park. Click of scissors. Woo-Hoo!!! Applause. With that, the Belmont County Dog Park was opened. But wait. […]
My Five Wishes for Wheeling’s Success – By Michael Borsuk
My vantage point on Wheeling is not all that unique: I was born and raised here, went to Wheeling Park High School, and currently attend college three hours away at Marshall University in Huntington. I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about how I can help ensure that the Wheeling I come home to is better than the one I grew up in. Here are five initiatives I believe Wheeling needs to embrace to make that possible.
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