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26 dogs rescued from deplorable conditions at Ohio home
HUBBARD TOWNSHIP, Ohio (KDKA) -- More than two dozen dogs were rescued from deplorable conditions at a home in Ohio, an animal shelter said.The Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County said the 26 dogs and their elderly owner were found living in "deplorable conditions." The dogs were brought to the shelter, less than 10 miles across the Pennsylvania border.The rescue happened after humane agents got a tip about a home in Hubbard Township, CBS affiliate WKBN reported. "The caller suspected that there were three to five dogs at the residence. There were suspected puppies that had passed away as well...
Rent prices in three Ohio cities have exploded since last year. Renters now have to pay more than ever.
Ohio – Ohio becomes a major hotspot with Cleveland leading the way as rent rates keep rising around the United States. Recent Zillow data shows that the average rent price across the country rose 3.5% from last year, to $2,054. With a median rent of $1,300, which reflects a $100 increase from the year before, Ohio offers a more affordable scenario still much below the national norm.
Trevor Bassitt, Clearing Hurdles: From Underdog to Olympian
Bluffton native and professional track athlete Trevor Bassitt has qualified for his first-ever Olympic Games, punching his ticket to Paris in the 400m Hurdles. You can catch Part II of this story Thursday at 10 & 11.
Fundraiser for Van Wert Humane Society and Ronald McDonald House features adoptable pet parade and raffle
VAN WERT, OH (WLIO) - The Van Wert County Humane Society is preparing for an exciting day of wagging tails and hopeful hearts. Van Wert Manor is hosting an upcoming event to raise money for charities, with festivities starring local animals. This fun-filled event will be fundraising with their one-dollar tickets as an entry for a chance to win a basket of goodies. Donations will be accepted to help offset costs and assist with vet bills. It will also benefit the care and adoption efforts of animals in need.
Organizations to host food drives in Ohio
VAN WERT, Ohio (WFFT) — Combating food insecurity, organizations are coming together in Van Wert, Ohio to hold two food drives. OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital, United Way of Van Wert County and the West Ohio Food Bank will open the food drives on July 23 and Aug. 27 from noon to 2 p.m. at Trinity Friends Church, 605 North Franklin Street.
Marsh Foundation starts equine therapy
VAN WERT — The Marsh Foundation, a non-profit children’s services agency, will soon offer equine therapy to clients. Van Wert County Foundation awarded a $15,000 grant from the John D. and Nellie S. Ault Memorial Fund endowment to establish an equine therapy program. “During our recent visit to...
Saharan dust and it's impacts on the tropics
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- In recent weeks, meteorologists have been closely monitoring the Saharan dust levels drifting across the Atlantic Ocean. This annual phenomenon, known as the Saharan Air Layer (SAL), plays a crucial role in shaping weather patterns and, notably, can significantly influence tropical activity. The Saharan dust originates...
Eight individuals appeared for arraignment
GREENVILLE — Eight individuals appeared for arraignment Thursday in the Darke County Common Pleas Court. Judge Travis L. Fliehman presided. Bobby S. Hicks, 32, of Gettysburg entered a not guilty plea to both count one: aggravated possession of drugs, a felony of the first degree and count two: tampering with evidence, a felony of the third degree. If found guilty, Hicks faces nine months up to 19 1/2 years and a $30,000 fine. Defense Attorney Randall Breaden entered a not guilty plea for his client, and it was agreed that the $50,000 bond that Hicks posted would be continued. Her next court date is scheduled for Aug. 23rd.
Kennedy's Kitchen brings Irish tradition to Dayton Celtic Festival
Kennedy's Kitchen, a traditional Irish music group based in South Bend, Indiana, is set to perform at the Dayton Celtic Festival on Sunday, July 28, on the WDTN Traditional Stage from 12:00-1:20pm. John Kennedy, a founding member of the band, recently spoke with Cindy Funk, host of Dear Green Place on WYSO, about the group’s musical approach and upcoming performance.
Greenville’s stadium, outdoor athletic facility update
After two months of working with insurance carriers and adjusters as well as electrical, structural, and astroturf engineers related to our recent tornado damages to our stadium, tennis courts, surrounding outdoor athletic fencing, and two dugouts, we are now expecting a settlement determination and the beginning of processing the allowable funding checks from the insurance adjuster to begin the repairs this week.
Suppression of statements sought by stabbing suspect
Jul. 18—LIMA — A video of the police interview of a Mansfield suspect charged in connection with a stabbing in Lima in March was submitted to Allen County Common Pleas Court Judge Terri Kohlrieser on Thursday as part of a motion to suppress statements made during that interrogation. Rocky Hayner, 30, who is transitioning from male to female and has asked the court to be addressed as "Paris," ...
Volunteer Dive Team to be rewarded for locating Our Lady of Fatima Shrine lost in tornado
July 18, 2024, Press Release from the American Society of Ephesus, Inc.: RUSSELLS POINT, Ohio, July 18, 2024 – On March 14, 2024, the 60-year old Our Lady of Fatima Shrine at Indian Lake was destroyed by an EF-3 tornado that hit the lake region. The 20-foot-tall fiberglass statue was blown far out into the lake and was lost. Efforts to locate the statue by drone were not successful for over two weeks.
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