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‘Confectionaries for Childhood Cancer’

ADENA — The Adena Lions Club held a bake sale, “Confectionaries for Childhood Cancer,” in conjunction with the Harrisville Volunteer Fire Department’s fish fry to raise funds for a good cause. The fundraiser brought in $750 through the sale of baked goods and community donations. Club ...

HMHA earns sixth consecutive state audit award

CADIZ — The Harrison Metropolitan Housing Authority has earned the Ohio Auditor of State Award for the sixth consecutive year, recognizing the agency for excellence in financial reporting and accountability. The award was presented to Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer Debra K. ...

Brilliant Fire Department adds new ladder truck to fleet

Photo provided by Willie Brown The Brilliant Fire Department recently took delivery of a new 2026 Pierce Ascendant truck. The apparatus features a 2,000-gallon-per-minute pump, a 500-gallon water tank and a 107-foot extendable ladder. It was purchased from Atlantic Emergency Solutions, Inc.

Event to explore natural, archaeological history of southern Belmont County

BARNESVILLE — The Belmont County Historical Society will sponsor a field trip to Raven Rocks on Tuesday, July 9, offering participants a guided exploration of one of southern Belmont County’s most notable natural and historical areas. Participants will meet at the Belmont County Victorian ...

Marines killed at Iwo Jima are honored

WHEELING — Two different U.S. Marines from Warwood — both of whom were killed in action during World War II while fighting on Iwo Jima — were honored with ceremonies by the Wheeling Military Banner Program. City leaders, local officials from veterans associations and family members of ...