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More than 1/3 of juvenile group homes in Ohio in Montgomery County
Ohio has about 235 group homes licensed by the Ohio Department of Children & Youth, and 80 of those are in Montgomery County (34%), the agency said. Agency data indicate that about 75 of the 80 group homes in Montgomery County are located in Dayton. By comparison, Hamilton County (home...
Tips for staying safe during summer festival season
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Summer is in full swing, with lots of festivals, county fairs and carnivals happening throughout the state of Ohio. With everyone gearing up to head out outside and enjoy the summer fun, Public Health for Dayton and Montgomery County has shared some tips to stay safe this season. Food safety Summer […]
Dayton scam alert: Scammers pretending to be law enforcement on the rise, Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office says
Dayton, Ohio – The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is warning local residents of a current scam using imposters pretending to be law enforcement authorities in response to a concerning rise in fraudulent activity. Reports of scammers posing as staff members, using residents under threat of arrest, have increased according to the MCSO.
Opening ceremony kicks off Montgomery County Fair
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The 172nd Montgomery County Fair began Sunday with an Opening Day Ceremony to start the weeklong event. The annual fair kicked off on Sunday at noon with an opening day event. The ceremony was hosted by local radio talent, Kim Faris, who was joined on stage by county and state representatives, […]
State, local proposals to address problems caused by juvenile group homes in region
Officials with the city of Dayton and state lawmakers are discussing ways to address the growth of juvenile group homes in Dayton and Montgomery county. The county now contains more than a third of juvenile group homes in Ohio, putting strain in law enforcement and court resources and raising concerns about the health and safety of kids in the system.
Ohio Man Arrested for Etching Racist Graffiti at Elementary School and Bomb Threats: Dayton Authorities
A Dayton resident has been charged for his alleged involvement in leaving offensive graffiti on a nearby school and making bomb threats. A 62-year-old man named Paul Chirco was charged on Friday in Dayton Municipal Court with inducing panic and making false alarms. Dayton police announced on social media that they were submitting multiple felony charges to the Montgomery County Prosecutor’s Office.
Ohio Sees Alarming 10,000% Surge in EBT/SNAP Benefits Fraud: How to Protect Your Benefits!
Many Dayton residents have reported stolen EBT/SNAP benefits, prompting Montgomery County Job and Family Services to advise affected individuals to contact their local agency for replacement cards and benefits while also urging immediate PIN changes and theft reports to the police. Steps to Recover Stolen EBT/SNAP Benefits in Montgomery County According to the WDTN 2 […]
What to do if EBT/SNAP fraud happens to you
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A number of local residents recently reached out to 2 NEWS claiming that their EBT/SNAP benefits had been wiped. The spokesperson for Montgomery County Job and Family Services confirmed to 2 NEWS that Montgomery County, along with other counties, have noticed an increase in fraud, as well as electronically stolen benefits. […]
Sheriff’s Office issues scam warning to residents
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents to be wary of possible scams after a rise in recent reports. The Sheriff’s Office has received a new wave of reports recently, of scammers impersonating MCSO employees. In most instances, the scam caller told residents that they have outstanding warrants. The resident […]
Coroner identifies man found dead with apparent gunshot wound on Helena Street
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- The Montgomery County Coroner's Office has identified the body found Wednesday in a vacant house on West Helena Street in Dayton. Dr. Kent E. Harshbarger, coroner, identified 29-year-old Jordan Jones as the person found dead about 10:13 a.m. at 18 W. Helena St., Dayton. ORIGINAL COVERAGE...
Alleged impaired driver reportedly goes 114 mph: OSP
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — An alleged impaired driver was taken off of the road in Montgomery County. A trooper from the Dayton Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol reportedly caught an alleged impaired driver traveling well above the speed limit on July 4. Dashcam footage shows the trooper take off after the vehicle at […]
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