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Steubenville reacts to funding to replace Market St. Bridge
STEUBENVILLE, OHIO (WTRF) — Officials with the City of Steubenville are still rejoicing after hearing the news that the Market Street Bridge in Brooke County will be replaced. Steubenville Mayor Jerry Barilla says when it was announced that the bridge would be shut down there was only one thing to do. After sending multiple letters […]
Hancock County looking for new county administrator after approving resignation of current administrator
During their regularly scheduled commission meeting on Thursday, July 11, the Hancock County commissioners unanimously approved the resignation of Paul Zuros from his role as the county administrator effective July 19.
Beatty Park progresses on amphitheater, bridge amid challenges
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — Crews and volunteers are working on multiple projects in Steubenville's Beatty Park. "It's been really hot, so it's slowed down our progress as far as projects, but we're still in here once or twice a week, working to keep the trails clear,” Flora Verstraten-Merrin, founder Friends of Beatty Park.
Pennsylvania delegate Mike McMullen describes GOP National Convention
Thoughts on first day of the 2024 Republican National Convention. It was a great first day for the convention. J.D. Vance and Donald Trump showed up and Vance was nominated as vice president. We are an excited and unified party, and we are going to win Pennsylvania. There were more...
I-79 Traffic Shift Monday Night in Robinson Township
PennDOT District 11 is announcing a traffic shift on northbound Interstate 79 in Robinson Township, Allegheny County will occur Monday, July 15 weather permitting. The northbound I-79 lanes at the I-376 interchange will shift to accommodate bridge deck overlay work. Line painting operations will begin Monday evening, July 15. Once painting operations conclude, traffic will be shifted to the left around-the-clock through mid-August into the new configuration maintaining two 12-foot-wide lanes with a 6-foot shoulder. All interchange ramp access will be maintained.
84 Lumber to present Capitol Christmas tree
EIGHTY FOUR, Pa. — 84 Lumber, a privately held building materials supplier, will sponsor the 2024 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, marking the third year the company has been the presenting what is known as "The People's Tree." This year's tree will travel over 4,200 miles from the Tongass National...
Demolition approved for dilapidated Bethel Park home
At first glance of Bethel Park’s Brookside Farms, one may assume it is an ordinary Pittsburgh suburban neighborhood. With a turn onto Comanche Road, the picturesque area becomes distorted when a deteriorating house filled with woodpecker holes and mold becomes visible through the overgrowth that devours the home. At...
Hurricane Beryl highlights vulnerabilities in Houston's infrastructure
When Hurricane Beryl struck Houston, it revealed significant weaknesses in the city's ability to withstand even a mild hurricane, leaving millions without power. Dylan Baddour reports for Inside Climate News. In short:. Hurricane Beryl, a category 1 storm, caused widespread power outages and flooding in Houston, highlighting the city's vulnerability.
In brief: Movie in the park, Bloom Market and more in Quaker Valley communities
Leet officials are in the process of creating a memorial tree/plaque policy. Township manager Betsy Rengers said the goal is to have something in place to address requests from people wanting to plant trees or install plaques in memory of someone. At least one person has made such a request this year.
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