Belmont County

Chronic Absenteeism Drops Statewide, But Some Local Schools Still Struggle

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OHIO — Chronic absenteeism in Ohio schools is on the decline, but new data from the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce shows that...

Ohio Highlights Underground Railroad Trail During International Recognition Month

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BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio — September marks International Underground Railroad Month, and Ohio tourism officials are encouraging travelers to explore the state’s historic role in...

Barnesville Crowns 61st King Pumpkin — A 1,952-Pound Giant

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BARNESVILLE, Ohio — The 61st Annual Barnesville Pumpkin Festival officially has its King Pumpkin, and once again, it belongs to Bill Neptune of New...

Barnesville Pumpkin Festival Kicks Off Today With Giant Pumpkin Weigh-In

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BARNESVILLE, Ohio — The 61st Annual Barnesville Pumpkin Festival kicks off today with the giant pumpkin weigh in. The full schedule of fun runs...

It’s Time to Ax the Property Tax — Sign the Petition Today!

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BELMONT & JEFFERSON COUNTIES - Ax Ohio Tax continues its petition drive to abolish property taxes in the state of Ohio. Locally, a petition drive...

Dr. Amy Acton to Keynote 65th Annual Belmont County Democratic Party Dinner

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ST. CLAIRSVILLE — Ohio governor hopeful Dr. Amy Acton will serve as the keynote speaker for the 65th Annual Belmont County Democratic Party Dinner...

Bridgeport Police Arrest Suspect After Pursuit, Seize Drugs, Gun and Cash

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BRIDGEPORT, Ohio – A man with multiple outstanding warrants is facing a long list of new charges after a police chase in the village...

Belmont County Woman Sentenced to Nearly Five Years for Embezzling Millions from Local Non-Profit to Feed Gambling Addiction

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BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio — A former executive director who admitted to embezzling more than $2 million dollars from a local non-profit was sentenced...

UPMC Reportedly in Talks to Acquire Trinity Health System

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STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — UPMC is negotiating to purchase Steubenville-based Trinity Health System in a deal that could significantly expand the Pittsburgh health giant’s regional...

Barnesville Pumpkin Festival to Boost Prize for “King Pumpkin” Grower

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BARNESVILLE, Ohio — The Barnesville Pumpkin Festival is gearing up for its 61st annual celebration, and this year, the grower of the famed “King...
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