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OBITUARY: Margaret “Peg” Milby

Margaret Ann “Peg” Milby, 97, of New Cumberland, passed away on Saturday, January 10th, at the Orchards of East Liverpool, surrounded by her family. Peg was born to the late Frank and Mary Jane Eaton McDonald. Along with her parents,…

OBITUARY: Ronald Mozingo

Ronald William Mozingo, age 80, of New Cumberland, West Virginia passed away on January 3, 2026 at home. He was born February 22, 1945, in Wheeling, WV. He was preceded in death by his father Daniel William Mozingo, mother Grace…

OBITUARY: Sidney McLaughlin

Sidney “Sid” McLaughlin, age 68, of New Cumberland, West Virginia, passed away on January 9th after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by the presence of deep love and comfort. Born in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, Sid…

OBITUARY: Dan Barton

Daniel P. Barton, age 93, of East Liverpool, passed away peacefully at the Calcutta Health Care Center on Friday, January 9, 2026, after a very brief illness. A gentle soul with a twinkle in his eye, Dan left behind a…

Hancock County Commission Elects Chek President

The Hancock County Commission held its reorganization meeting for 2026. Eron Chek was once again chosen as Commission President while Commissioner Paul Cowey will serve as President Pro-Tempore. Personnel for 2026 were approved, but the Commission did not address appointments…