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Martins Ferry and ODNR officials enter Austin Master Services for the first time since April
MARTINS FERRY, Ohio (WTRF) – Martins Ferry officials entered the Austin Master Services facility for the first time since the April floods. Mayor John Davies informed the public at their recent council meeting that Fire Chief One Ron Hilton and Chief Two Justin Smith would tour the building along with a hazardous materials specialist. They […]
Post 1 Wins Area One Championship
WHEELING,W.Va. (WTRF) – Wheeling Post 1 won the American Legion area one tournament championship Thursday 11-0 over Wellsburg Post 34 in five innings. Post 1 jumped out fast scoring five times in the first thanks to an rbi triple from Jaxson Murray and a two-run double from Andrew Skadra. In the third inning they added […]
Epworth Park, the “hidden gem of Belmont County,” hosts meet & greet
Bethesda, OHIO (WTRF) – Epworth Park is often referred to as the Hidden Gem of Belmont County. Also known as the “Garden of Oaks” it was created in 1870 as a Methodist retreat, then became a post of the Chautauqua movement, which was an entertainment and education movement popular in the late 19th and early […]
Beatty Park beautification and renovation underway thanks to new donations
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio (WTRF) — With a simple brick entrance tucked away on Lincoln Avenue, you would never guess Steubenville had a 99-acre nature park. But more people are becoming aware of Beatty Park, which means more donations are coming in to rebuild the city’s best-kept secret. A new outdoor amphitheater is about 75% built where […]
A back-to-school pair of shoes available through United Way’s United Sole program
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio (WTRF) — Even more than a new backpack or a new haircut–a new pair of shoes lets kids walk into the school year with style. And the Jefferson County United Way wants to give every student that walk of confidence with its United Sole program. They’re giving free school shoes to kids from […]
City ownership means new routes for Weirton Transit Corporation
WEIRTON, W.Va. (WTRF) — If you take the transit bus in Weirton, chances are you’ve noticed in where it goes around town. The system has a new owner, and it plans on switching more than just the routes. In January, the Weirton Transit Corporation officially became a new department of the city. But they say […]
Lawsuit could be filed over painting of Babydog in West Virginia State Capitol
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — She may be one of the most loved pets in America right now, but a painting of Babydog may now be the subject of a legal fight. Attorney Harvey Peyton has been contacted by people concerned about Babydog’s image being painted into a historic mural in the Capitol Rotunda. He wants […]
New Disaster Recovery Center now in Hancock County
HANCOCK COUNTY — FEMA and the Small Business Association have set up a new Disaster Recovery Center in Hancock County to aid people in the area affected by the latest storm damage. Both organizations get people the resources they need to replace personal property, seek emergency home repairs, and apply for financial assistance. Whether it’s questions […]
West Virginia city celebrates disability independence with week-long festivities
WEIRTON, W.Va. (WTRF) — The American Disability Act was signed almost 34 years ago. To commemorate this achievement, Weirton is hosting a week-long Disability Independence Celebration. Disabilities, both physical and mental, present themselves in many ways: visual or auditory impairments, processing and sensory disorders, and wheelchair or mobile aid users are just a few examples. Activities […]
Three West Virginia men facing drug-related charges
ALLEGHANY COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) — The Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office of Virginia reports three men from West Virginia were arrested as a part of a drug bust on Saturday, July 13. According to the sheriff, during an investigation, the Alleghany Highlands Drug Task Force allegedly witnessed a hand-to-hand drug purchase. Members of the task force […]
West Virginia city announces controlled bow hunt dates for 2024-25 season
WEIRTON, W.Va. (WTRF) — The city of Weirton has announced its controlled bow hunt dates for the 2024-25 season. The controlled bow hunt dates are from September 7 through December 31, 2024, with the extended season coming back January 13 through January 31, 2025. Officials say all participants must be residents of Hancock or Brooke […]
West Virginia fire department asking for donations to purchase life saving equipment after toddler nearly dies
MCMECHEN, W.Va. (WTRF) — A McMechen, West Virginia man is using the power of social media to ensure that emergency professionals have the equipment they need in a life-or-death situation. Bill Estep recently took to Facebook to share the story of Laiden Schaefer, a two-year-old whose life was almost cut short earlier this month. July […]
Stephen Colbert jokes about Babydog “You fools! You can’t have a dog at the same convention as Kristi Noem”
Stephen Colbert joked about Babydog, Republican West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice's English bulldog, running for President, saying she would be better than Independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy because "She takes her worm medication."
West Virginia restaurant to be featured on America’s Best Restaurants
NEW MARTINSVILLE, W.Va. — West Virginia restaurant Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant will be hosting a visit from America’s Best Restaurants (ABR) in early August 2024. America’s Best Restaurants, a national media and marketing company focusing on bringing attention to local, independently-owned restaurants, will bring its ABR Roadshow to the Jalapenos, located at 283 WV-2, New Martinsville, […]
People who lost their jobs in West Virginia due to flooding can get benefits
According to officials, individuals living or working in these counties who lost their job due to the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides and mudslides may apply for federal unemployment benefits.
Ohio teacher kicked 5-year-old student, parents allege in lawsuit
The student, who is an elementary student in the Columbus City Schools, was sitting on the floor in his Pre-K class on May 3 when a teacher tripped over him, according to the legal complaint. The teacher then allegedly asked another instructor to kick the student when he did not move quickly enough.
Man arrested for allegedly making threats to President Joe Biden two days after assassination attempt on Trump, “I don’t like President Biden. I want to kill him, slit his throat”
Jason Patrick Alday, 39, of Quincy, Florida, has been arrested on a federal criminal complaint. Alday engaged in sending threatening communications, making threats against the President of the United States, and threats against federal officials.
Team West Virginia Warns Ohio “We’re Going To Hit You, Every Play”
WHEELING,W.Va. (WTRF) – As Team West Virginia prepares for the OVAC All-Star Game, Coach Frank Sisinni’s (Weir) staff and the players have found their time off the field has brought them closer together on it. With this being the shortest camp leading up to the game in OVAC history, every card-game, pool tournament, and ice […]
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