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Reynolds Hospital and Wheeling Hospital to combine labor and delivery department services
WVU Medicine Reynolds Memorial Hospital and WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital announced that they will begin collaborating more closely around labor and delivery services by taking a more regional approach that enables the two hospitals to focus their resources at one care site versus two.
Free movie night featuring “Field of Dreams” scheduled at Wheeling baseball field
The City of Wheeling is hosting a free movie night on Friday that will feature Field of Dreams. The free movie will be held at Elm Grove’s Patterson Field on Friday, Aug. 2 The movie, rated PG, will begin at dusk.
Wheeling Police looking for suspects in a breaking and entering and shots fired incident
Wheeling Police say on Sunday, around 9:45 a.m., police were called to Ohio Street on Wheeling Island for an initial breaking and entering that occurred overnight. Police say when they arrived they found a firearm was discharged inside the residence, which struck a neighboring home.
Parkersburg Woman’s Club holds meeting
PARKERSBURG — The GFWC Parkersburg Woman’s Club met July 21 to thank the past administration and welcome current officers. New members also were invited. With a membership of over 100, the club is continually seeking additional volunteers to join in its efforts. Ladies can look forward to socializing...
Clutch Birdie Wins Kyle Wensel the 2024 Kalkreuth Men’s Golf Tournament
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF)– This year’s Kalkreuth Amateur Golf Tournament came down to one downhill-birdie putt. Kyle Wensel sunk it. The shot came one group after Bart Mease finished his day with consecutive bogeys, finilize his 2-day score at 1-under. On the women’s side, Emily Holzopfel finished at 2-under as well, winning by seven strokes in […]
Undo’s Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival says ‘ciao’ to the Ohio Valley
WHEELING, W.Va (WTRF) — After three days filled with great Italian food, music, and festivities, the Undo’s Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival comes to a close today. Festival chairman Tony Filberto says it’s been a wonderful time for everyone involved, and he’s happy to see the festival so lively and crowded. Whether you […]
Over a thousand gather for Serbian culture, food, and music at annual festival
WEIRTON, WV — The annual Serb Fest held by the Holy Resurrection Serbian Orthodox Church returned Saturday at the Serbian picnic grounds in Weirton. The festival featured everything within Serbian culture—food, music, games, and more. "We have tremendous workers every year that step up. We have the lamb...
Ohio brewery sues Pennsylvania over 'protectionist' rules that limit beer sales
A Cincinnati-based brewery is taking aim at Pennsylvania's alcohol regulations. Urban Artifact, a 9-year-old brewery that specializes in fruit-infused beers, filed a federal lawsuit earlier this month alleging that Pennsylvania uses unfair barriers to restrict sales from companies that aren't located in the commonwealth. The suit was filed in U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania.
Boar's Head recalls deli meats due to Listeria outbreak reported in 13 states including PA
A Listeria outbreak linked to sliced deli meats — resulting in two deaths and 33 hospitalizations so far — has led to a recall of Boar’s Head products. According the Centers for Disease Control, the cases have been reported across 13 states, including Pennsylvania, and involve people eating meats sliced at deli counters in grocery stores, delis, and other food shops.
Pittsburgh Public Schools board president talks expectations and goals for upcoming school year
PITTSBURGH — More than 20,000 students in Pittsburgh Public Schools are expected to be back in the classroom in August. School board President Gene Walker said he is always excited for the first day back. "A new crop of students coming in, especially our high school kids, our eighth-graders...
Pennsylvania congressman chosen to lead House task force investigating Trump assassination attempt
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Pennsylvania congressman who witnessed the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump firsthand will lead the House task force charged with investigating what went wrong and recommending solutions to help ensure such an attack doesn’t happen again. Republican Rep. Mike Kelly represents the city of Butler, where the July 13 attack occurred. He attended Trump’s campaign rally and sponsored the legislation to create the task force, saying his community was grieving and that “the people of Butler and the people of the United States deserve answers.” Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., and Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries of New York jointly announced on Monday that 13 lawmakers had been appointed to the task force. It will be comprised of seven Republicans and six Democrats and will issue a final report before Dec. 13. To conduct its investigation, the House approved a resolution giving the panel the authority to issue subpoenas. “We have the utmost confidence in this bipartisan group of steady, highly qualified, and capable members of Congress to move quickly to find the facts, ensure accountability, and help make certain such failures never happen again,” Johnson and Jeffries said in their statement.
Governor Shapiro Signs 30 New Laws Covering Property, Liquor, and Education in Pennsylvania
Governor Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania has recently signed a series of new laws that bring his total for the year to 102. The legislation ranges from property rights to liquor sales, demonstrating a broad legislative agenda. One of the key laws enacted earlier this month is Senate Bill 1236, which...
WATCH: Elephants celebrate ‘sweet 16’ birthday with special birthday cake at Pittsburgh Zoo
Two beloved elephants recently celebrated their 16th birthdays at the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, with a special birthday cake and decorations. Video released by the zoo shows Angeline and Zuri, both females, checking out the birthday decorations set up in their enclosure. The elephants were both born in July 2008 — Angeline on the 9th […]
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