WHEELING, W.VA – West Virginia Northern Community College (WVNCC) and West Liberty University (WLU) have entered into a collaborative Enrollment and Guaranteed Admission Agreement, providing students with a seamless pathway to continue their education. This collaboration, known as the “Thundering…
Robert “Bob” “Root” Howard, 97, of Chester, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at Trinity West Hospital in Steubenville. Bob was born on July 25, 1927, in Manchester, Kentucky, the son of the late David Lawrence “Pa” and Exie…
William John Lassan Jr., 70, of New Cumberland, WV passed away March 31, 2025. He was born May 6, 1954 in Weirton, WV. He was a son of the late William John Lassan Sr. & Eleanor (Collins) Lassan. Private services…
Christopher James Rebon, 23 of Weirton, WV passed away April 1, 2025 at his residence. He was born December 27, 2001 in Fort Lewis, Washington. He was a son of Charles Nicholas Rebon & Elizabeth Anne Richards. Surviving are his…
It looks like after 30 years, Current Hydro will construct a hydroelectric plant at New Cumberland Locks and Dam and the Hancock County Commission voted Thursday to send a letter of support to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for the…
Keisha M. Wickham, 48, of Wheeling, passed away following a sudden illness on Monday, April 7, 2025, at Wheeling Hospital.Born on January 24, 1977, in Weirton, she was the daughter of Virgil Wickham of New Cumberland and the late Debra…
Legislative action is complete on HB 3012 and the bill is on its way to Governor Morrisey for signature. The bill dealt with the 2% Racetrack Lottery Proceeds that previously went to the County. That 2% for the County was…
A chance to have a great time and fund the greatest parade ever in Newell is happening on Friday, April 25. The Newell Coalition and Newell Fire Dept. is sponsoring a “Night at the Races” and for $20 you get…
Gerald J. “Jack” Woods Jr., 83, formerly of Chester, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at his residence. Born on January 15, 1942, in East Liverpool, he was the son of the late Gerald Sr. and Lucille Winters…
Steven E. Dragisich, Hancock County Prosecuting Attorney, announcesthat the April 2025 Term of the Hancock County Grand Jury met this week and returned the following Indictments: Heather Danielle Smith – 09/05/1984; 307 Union Avenue, Steubenville, OH 43952; (a)Possession of a…