News Stories for May 2010
Stories for Monday, May 31
Prison Official: Lightning Strike That Killed Inmate Was 'Bizarre Accident'
A lightning strike that killed one inmate and injured five others at the Belmont Correctional Institution on Memorial Day is being called a bizarre accident.Officials said 33-year-old Dalin Anderson, an inmate from Summit County, died after being struck by lightning.Belmont Correctional Institution public information officer Kathy Cole said the inmates ...
Rep. Charlie Wilson Addresses Veterans About Health Care Legislation
Congressman Charlie Wilson made his way through the Ohio Valley on Memorial Day. In Shadyside, Wilson spoke at the American Legion where he discussed a piece of legislation that will expand access to services and benefits for veterans.The Appalachian Veterans Outreach Improvement Act is geared towards veterans in rural areas ...
Gas Prices Down On Memorial Day; Locals Weigh In
Gas prices in Ohio are well below the national average of $2.75 a gallon, but many drivers in the Ohio Valley are still hoping those numbers will drop.For the first time since 2005, gas prices are on the decline during Memorial Day weekend."It's the most popular subject next to politics ...
I-470 Paving Project Begins; Lane Closures In Place
Drivers who use Interstate 470 in Ohio County will see traffic reduced to one lane during a paving project that started Tuesday.Traffic is especially a concern since the work will be done on a stretch of road used as a detour for the Wheeling Tunnel closure.The construction will have lanes ...
Many Spend Memorial Day At State Park
For many, Jefferson Lake State Park and memorial day always go together. Swimming, fishing, grilling and a number of other activities bring people to the park every year. This year was no different. “It’s nice and quiet,” said Sonny Adams who was at the park spending the day with his ...
Drivers Prepare For Possible Construction Delays
The westbound tunnel is closed until the fall and lane closures start on Interstate 470 on Tuesday. There are many orange signs posted along area interstates warning drivers of the delays they may run into. Some drivers said they’re paying attention to those signs and planning ahead."I'll have to leave ...
Bret Michaels To Perform At Wheeling Island Casino
Rock star and "Celebrity Apprentice" winner, Bret Michaels will be performing Monday night at Wheeling Island Casino.Michael’s Roses and Thorns tour will go on despite the rocker’s brain hemorrhage he suffered a month ago.The concert is Monday at 8:00 p.m.
Ohio Valley Honors Fallen Soldiers
Many gathered at the Heritage Port Amphitheatre in Wheeling to pay tribute to those who serve in the military.Veterans, along with community members, told NEWS9 they came out to show their support and give thanks to those who laid down their life for our country."Recognition of what’s happened, recognition that ...
Belmont County Couple’s Home Destroyed By Fire
A fire broke out at a Powhatan Point home on Hickory Street and Route 7 early Monday morning.Fire officials said the couple had just picked up their nephew who just came home from serving overseas.While no one was hurt, NEWS9 learned several cats have died.The state fire marshal’s office has ...
Rain Showers Expected Today
Showers and thunderstorms will be an unwelcome guest at area cookouts this Memorial Day.Showers and storms will be isolated this morning before becoming numerous by this afternoon.Some heavy downpours of rain are expected thanks to the slow moving nature of these showers and storms.Occasional showers and thunderstorms will linger into ...
Several Departments Rush To Powhatan Point Fire
Fire broke out at a home along Hickory Road and Route 7 in Powhatan Point early monday morning.Belmont County dispatchers said there was no word of any injuries.Dispatchers told NEWS9 there were several fire department's on the scene shortly before 6 a.m. when the fire began.Stay with NEWS9 as our ...
Stories for Sunday, May 30
Dead Body Found On Bike Trail
Investigators in Brooke County worked to figure out how a man died on a bike trail in Beech Bottom on Sunday.Officials said a cyclist riding on the trail saw a person lying on the ground around 12 p.m. and called 911.Crews pronounced the man dead at the scene.The medical examiner's ...
Fire Destroys Home In Ohio County
Fire crews battle a major blaze in the Whitmar Hills Housing Community in Ohio County on Sunday.Emergency dispatch said the fire started around 3p.m. along GC&P road.The tanker task force was called in to assist firefighters.The home was a total loss. No injuries were reported.Stay with NEWS9 and WTOV9.com for ...
Brooke County Teacher Charged With Statutory Rape
Brooke County sheriff's deputies arrested a Follansbee Middle School science teacher on charges of statutory rape involving a 15-year-old female student.Brad Nieman, 32, of Wellsburg, was arrested late Friday and remained in the Northern Regional Jail on $150,000 bond Tuesday.Brooke County Sheriff Richard Ferguson said the sheriff's department learned of ...
Stories for Saturday, May 29
Pool Brings Economic Opportunity To Marshall County
Kids are jumping for joy in Marshall County as the aquatic center at Grand Vue Park is reopening.Michelle Markey, of Moundsville, W.Va., said, "I think it's our own little Sand Castle in Moundsville. I think it's wonderful."The brand new facility is worth $2 million. Pool Manager Craig White said officials ...
Stories for Friday, May 28
Troopers In Full Force, Reach 100 MPH To Catch Speeder
This holiday weekend drivers should prepare to see a lot of police cruisers -- they're out in full force.NEWS9 went behind the wheel with Ohio State Highway Patrol Friday night -- busting myths and reaching speeds of 100 mph just to catch up with speeders."Since 3 o'clock, we've handled two ...
Levy Funds Improving Memorial Park
A five-year park levy is helping make major improvements to Memorial Park and Allen Pool."The levy is in its fourth year. We have one more year left on the levy, which is the money that's changing the park," said park manager Bruce Moynihan.The money has given the park a complete ...
Campgrounds Open At Jefferson Lake State Park
Efforts to save a state park in Jefferson County are picking up steam.Commissioners say the Ohio Division of Natural Resources plans to re-open campgrounds at Jefferson Lake State Park until the county can come up with a deal to take it over.Commissioner Tom Gentile said, "I'm excited. I can't wait ...
Union Accuses Martins Ferry School District Of Unfair Job Placements
Layoffs in the Martins Ferry School District are not coming without backlash from the union members.Martins Ferry school officials announced earlier this month the district will cut 11 educational aide positions.Superintendent Nick Stankovich previously told NEWS9 district officials had been talking about possible cuts since last January. He said the ...
Steubenville Native, Former WNBA Player In Ohio Valley
A Steubenville native and former WNBA player is in the Ohio Valley making final preparations for a community outreach event.Sylvia Crawley, now the head basketball coach at Boston College, said the Out of the Box event on July 4 is going to be a completely free event with food, entertainment ...
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