Lane Closure Planned for Road Maintenance
A portion of Putney Ridge Road in Colliers will close to one lane for maintenance on Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Flaggers will manage traffic, and motorists should expect delays.
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Trump hails energy sector, investments during visit to Pittsburgh
President Donald Trump praised Pennsylvania's energy sector and announced over $90 billion in investments during the inaugural Pennsylvania Energy and Innovation Summit at Carnegie Mellon University. The funding will support various projects, including expanding gas pipelines and developing AI-related infrastructure. Trump emphasized the importance of American energy dominance in his remarks.
Protesters in Wheeling demand action on federal disaster declaration
Protesters in Wheeling, including flood victims from Triadelphia and Valley Grove, urged President Trump to approve a federal disaster declaration for financial assistance. About 30 individuals gathered to highlight the urgent need for aid, feeling overlooked compared to other states affected by natural disasters. Local residents expressed frustration over the lack of media attention on their plight.
System switches planned for water plant project in Weirton
Weirton’s water treatment plant will undergo system switchovers to double its treatment capacity from 4 million to 8 million gallons per day. The $40 million upgrade, managed by Triton Construction, is over 40% complete and aims for substantial completion by January. Notifications will be issued to inform customers about the scheduled switches and any potential effects.
Morrisey Still working toward Ohio, Marion County federal disaster declaration
West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey is pursuing a federal disaster declaration for Ohio and Marion counties, three weeks after severe flash flooding. In contrast, President Trump quickly declared a disaster for Texas, where 108 people died in flooding from July 2 to July 4. Morrisey aims to expedite the federal approval process, citing delays due to additional information requests from FEMA.
Brooke commissioners discuss planning commission
Brooke County Commissioners announced plans to revive a county planning commission to address land use and zoning issues. The commission aims to update the county's comprehensive plan, which has not been revised since 2013, to better support local development and grant applications.
Steubenville Council hears about development proposal
Steubenville City Council plans to hear a proposal from a developer to establish a Dollar General on the vacant Grant school site in the South End. Mayor Jerry Barilla highlighted the economic benefits, including job creation and land reclamation, although some council members expressed concerns about the health implications of the store's offerings.
Woman arrested after taking bus
A Pittsburgh woman faces grand larceny charges after allegedly stealing food and taking a Weirton Transit bus for a joyride. Tina M. Renner, 39, drove the bus around a parking lot before fleeing when the driver intervened. She was later arrested by police, who discovered she also had an outstanding warrant from Pennsylvania.
Three facing drug charges after local raid
Three individuals face drug charges in Steubenville after law enforcement seized cocaine, fentanyl, and cash during raids. The Jefferson County Drug Task Force arrested George Lewis Boyd Jr., George Lewis Boyd III, and Tayonna Wade for possessing illegal substances, with Wade also charged for bringing drugs into a detention facility. They await preliminary hearings following their arraignment in Steubenville Municipal Court.
Class of 60 celebrates 65th reunion
Classmates from Steubenville High School's Class of 1960 celebrated their 65th reunion at the Steubenville Country Club on June 28. This gathering may be the group's final reunion, as they have met every five years since their first reunion in 1970.