News Stories for May 2011
Stories for Saturday, May 28
Fire Destroys Three Wheeling Homes
At 4 p.m. Saturday the Wheeling Fire Department responded to a fire near the corner of 24th and Eoff streets, where flames were bursting out of three homes. Clara Patroski said the fire started in her house."I was laying down, and I smelled smoke. And I got up, and it ...
New Philadelphia Marine Killed By Enemy Fire
Marine Lance Cpl. Peter Clore, 23, of New Philadelphia, died Saturday as the result of enemy small-arms fire in Afghanistan.He is a son of Cliff and Chris Clore and a 2006 graduate of Tuscarawas Central Catholic High School, according to our news partners at the Times Reporter.A dog handler, he ...
Man Life-Flighted After ATV Crash
Officials with the Marshall County Sheriff's department say a man was riding an ATV in the county when he crashed Friday.Officials say the man was heading towards Adaline when he lost control, hit an embankment and flipped over the handlebars.He was flown to Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, W.Va., and ...
Ogden Half Marathon, 5K Race Deemed A Success
Runners and walkers took part in the Ogden Half Marathon and 5K races as celebrations for Memorial Day continue in Wheeling Saturday.Pops of a starting gun and a police escort marked the start of the races Saturday morning.Runners weretaking every curve through south Wheeling in stride and onlookers cheered on ...
Wheeling Police Investigating Fatal Crash
Wheeling police officers have reopened a portion of Interstate 70 westbound that they were forced to shut down early Saturday morning.Chief Robert Matheny said officers were investigating a fatal crash that happened around 3:30 a.m. Matheny said a tractor-trailer headed westbound hit and killed a person. There was an accident ...
Stories for Friday, May 27
Memorial Day Celebrations Underway In Wheeling
West Virginia Congressman David McKinley was hand for the event.McKinley will be traveling to France to commemorate the lives lost on the beaches of Normandy during World War II."D-Day is one of the most important, most reverent days in American history," McKinley said.Ogden Half Marathon director Robert Scatterday presented McKinley ...
NEWS9 Special Assignment: How Clean Are Pools?
With the Memorial Day weekend finally here, and good weather on tap, thousands are expected to flock to area pools to get their first dip in for the summer.But, there is more that goes into opening a pool than you think, especially when it comes to recent safety guidelines and ...
New Report Links College Majors To Earnings
A new report confirms that some college majors pay off more than others.The report from the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce looked at what people make over their entire career. It found the potential earning difference between one major and another can be more than 300 percent.Researchers ...
Police To Step Up Patrols On Major Roadways For Holiday Weekend
The Ohio State Highway Patrol is stepping up their force for the Memorial Day weekend.Officials say the holiday is one of the busiest for area road ways."There will be people out driving under the influence, there will probably be road rage incidents which usually occur at this time every year," ...
Special Preview Screening Of 'Super 8' To Be Held Locally
The "Super 8" movie crews and cameras may be back in Hollywood, but excitement surrounding the film continues to increase.The movie, which was filmed mostly in Weirton, hits theaters nationwide on June 10. But on Friday, city planning officials received confirmation that Paramount Pictures has approved a special preview screening ...
Owner To Shrink-Wrap Historic Building Ravaged By Fire
Weeks after a historic Harrison County building was heavily damaged by fire, the owner is going to use an unconventional way to try and salvage it.The building in downtown Cadiz caught fire earlier in May, and fire officials called it a complete loss and said it would have to be ...
Marshall Co. Marine Surprises Young Daughter At School
Ashlen Taylor had just finished saying the Pledge of Allegiance with her kindergarten class as part of a patriotic performance when her teacher announced a special guest.As Ashlen looked on, her curiosity turned to shock and joy as she saw her father, Sgt. Alan Taylor, walk into the room.Taylor, a ...
Stories for Thursday, May 26
Businesses Open, Close In Steubenville
Business is brewing in downtown Steubenville. President of the Steubenville Revitalization Group, Jerry Barilla, said two stores will be opening up along Market Street.One will be an upscale hot dog and ice cream shop. The second, called Stuff With Attitude, already has two stores in the Northern Panhandle."It's a business ...
Interstate Sign Part Of Intelligence Transportation System
It's a simple marquee sign, and it's rarely used; but believe it or not, it's there in case of a major catastrophe.Located near mile post 7 on Interstate 70, the marquee board is actually part of a national homeland security system, should there ever be the need to evacuate the ...
Wheeling Gears Up For Big Weekend To 'Unofficially Start' Summer Event Season
Thousands of people are expected to head to the Friendly City for an annual race that's evolved into a half-marathon.There are several other events in Wheeling leading into Memorial Day, and officials are calling it the "unofficial start" to the summer event season in the city.The race will attract a ...
Mold In Homes Should Be Taken Seriously To Prevent Health Problems
Springtime is not only bringing showers and flowers, but experts said it also brings moist, muggy air that can cause problems like mold in homes.While high heat and humidity have their own health risks, the muggy air alone creates a whole separate problem. Besides respiratory problems, mold can cause serious ...
Technology May Be Linked To Kids' Eye Damage
As technology continues to expand, some eye experts say its fun also has its downsides. From channel surfing on television to surfing the Web, many believe it can harm people's eyesight -- especially children.More and more people nationwide are wearing glasses or contacts at a young age, and even though ...
Bethany Working With Other Colleges To Offer Joint Classes
Bethany College is announcing a new program to offer joint courses with several other private colleges in West Virginia and Virginia.Officials said the opportunity is going to help the college stand out from the rest, both locally and regionally.And while the campus is quiet for summer break, inside the buildings ...
AAA: Maintenance Issue In Illinois To Blame For Spike In Gas Prices
Gas prices are on their way back up, spiking 17 cents overnight at some stations in Ohio.The increase came after the cost of gas had decreased nearly 25 cents in the past week.Drivers in the Ohio Valley said they were startled by the hike as they fueled up for Memorial ...
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