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One Dead in Ohio County Trailer Fire; Investigation Underway
On January 30, 2026 by River News Network StaffOHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — One person was found dead following a trailer fire Thursday evening in a remote area of Ohio County, according to the Ohio County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities say a 911 call reporting a trailer fire with possible entrapment came in shortly before 5 p.m. Jan. 29 along Wildlife Road, near the borders
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Former Marshall County Educator Waives Preliminary Hearing in Child Abuse Case
On January 30, 2026 by River News Network StaffMOUNDSVILLE, W.Va. — A former Marshall County educator accused of strangling a six-year-old autistic student at McNinch Elementary School in Moundsville last year waived her right to a preliminary hearing Thursday. Kiersten Moses faces multiple felony charges in connection with the alleged incident. Marshall County Schools Special Programs Director Erin Cuffaro also faces charges related
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Lane Restrictions Planned for Wetzel, Marshall Counties
On January 29, 2026 by River News Network StaffPROCTOR, W.Va. — Lane restrictions are planned for County Route 4/7, also known as Hawkey Hill Road, in portions of Wetzel and Marshall counties beginning Feb. 9 for a gas line installation project. The roadway will be reduced to one lane from milepost 0.0 to 1.92 in Proctor and from milepost 0.0 to 1.32 in
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Community Meeting to Launch East Palestine Train Derailment Health Research Program
On January 29, 2026 by River News Network StaffEAST PALESTINE, Ohio — Residents, researchers, and public health leaders will gather for acommunity meeting to introduce the East Palestine Train Derailment Health ResearchProgram, a long-term effort to study potential health impacts following the February 2023derailment. The meeting will provide an overview of the research program, explain how residents canenroll, and offer an opportunity for community members
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Shadyside Seeks Cleanup with Proposed Property Nuisance Ordinance
On January 29, 2026 by River News Network StaffBELMONT COUNTY, Ohio – Shadyside officials are addressing property issues in their town with a proposed property nuisance ordinance. Junk cars, trash, tall grass and excessive noise are some things the measure would tackle and residents who violate the ordinance could be fined $100. Shadyside Council introduced the ordinance at Wednesday’s council meeting. They will
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W.Va. Senate Questions Emergency Funds After Hancock Schools’ $2.6M Athletic Complex
On January 28, 2026 by River News Network StaffCHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Senate is raising concerns about emergency funding bills that would provide financial assistance to school districts, including Hancock County Schools. House Bills 45-74 and 45-75 were fast-tracked through the House of Delegates during the opening week of the legislative session. The legislation is designed to deliver short-term state funding
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Multiple Ohio Valley House Fires During Bitter Cold
On January 28, 2026 by River News Network StaffSeveral families across the Ohio Valley are coping with the loss of their homes after fires during a stretch of bitter cold weather. In Belmont County, a house fire several miles outside Powhatan Point on Cats Run destroyed the home of the Donald Swegard family. Fire crews had to break through ice on a nearby
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Steubenville City Manager Search Attracts Ten Applicants
On January 28, 2026 by River News Network StaffSTEUBENVILLE, Ohio — The City of Steubenville says it has received ten applications for the City Manager position, which will open when current City Manager James Mavromatis retires. City officials have not announced a timeline for interviews or selection, but the process is underway as the city looks for a replacement to lead municipal operations.
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Ascent Energy Proposes Access Road for Steubenville Well Pad
On January 28, 2026 by River News Network StaffSTEUBENVILLE, Ohio — Ascent Energy has informed the City of Steubenville of its interest in using Lovers Lane from Cole Hill to reach a 150-acre site planned for a well pad. The proposed project would require expanding the road from its current 19-foot width. City officials say planning for the project is still in the
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ICYMI: Sparks Fly During Fiery GOP House 96 Debate on the River News Dimitri Show
On January 27, 2026 by River News Network StaffBELMONT COUNTY, Ohio – Local voters heard a heated debate between former State Senator Frank Hoagland and incumbent State Representative Ron Ferguson broadcast live on Dimitri! Live and Dangerously Local, produced by RiverNews.org on Tuesday morning. Both candidates are vying for the Republican nomination for the Ohio House of Representatives in the 96th District — the seat