BELMONT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Nov. 12

November 12, 2026

Monday At 10:51p.m., a manager at Walmart in the Ohio Valley Plaza, St. Clairsville, reported that a female stole a $65 flashlight and was trying to place it where her headlight was missing on a vehicle with Florida plates. Units responded and took information for a shoplifting report. At 8:40 p.m., a complainant from an address in Barnesville called about motorists flying up and down an alley. An officer responded, but nothing was found. At 8:24 p.m., a caller at Taco Bell on Valley Frontage Road in St. Clairsville reported that his order took 45 minutes, was wrong and now the lobby ...

Ohio House Republicans try shut down rumors of attempt to limit Acton’s governorship

November 11, 2026

In the wake of Democrat Amy Acton’s gubernatorial victory, political experts and Democratic lawmakers have speculated Republican lawmakers in Ohio might take measures to limit the executive powers of the governor’s office. Republicans, who hold supermajorities in the state House and ...

Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio elected to lead House Republicans in the minority

November 10, 2026

WASHINGTON (AP) — Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio won the race Tuesday to serve as House Republican leader as the GOP prepares for its new role in the minority. Jordan, who serves as chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, defeated Rep. Steve Scalise of Louisiana in a secret ballot election of ...

Shadyside considering steps to curb rodent population

November 10, 2026

SHADYSIDE, Oh. — Shadyside village council is considering a potential ordinance to mandate trash pickup from those who receive water from the village. The ordinance, which was floated during Monday's council meeting, would tie residents' water and trash bills together. This means everyone ...

Belmont American Legion Post 312 donates $1K to UL Elementary

November 10, 2026

MORRISTOWN – Some Union Local Elementary students will enjoy an even happier holidays, thanks to Belmont American Legion Post 312, which donated $1,000 to the school Monday morning. The donation comes from the Legion's spaghetti dinner fundraiser held on Oct. 4 and will help the school ...

No Newspaper Delivery On Veterans Day

November 10, 2026

Please note that there will not be a print edition of the newspaper Wednesday, as it is Veterans Day and a postal holiday. While there won't be a printed newspaper, our reporters will be working to cover the stories that matter the most throughout the region. For breaking news, local events, sports, weather updates and more, visit our website at timesleaderonline.com for the latest developments. As a reminder, federal, state, county and municipal offices will be closed Wednesday in observance of Veterans Day. From all of us, thank our for your continued readership and support.