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Martins Ferry Police Thursday — 12:21 a.m. — Officers were out on the 600 block of Columbus Avenue regarding a noise complaint involving fireworks. Officers checked the surrounding areas but had negative contact. — 1:05 a.m. — A traffic stop was initiated on Hickory Street near South Fifth Street. The driver was identified as a female. A verbal warning was issued for a turn-signal violation. — 1:35 a.m. — A female came to the station to speak with an officer regarding a civil issue. Officers spoke with both individuals involved, and the situation was resolved. — 1:36 ...

Martins Ferry Strawberry Festival deemed a ‘berry’ good time

MARTINS FERRY – Attendees flocked to Project Forward’s fifth annual Strawberry Festival early to beat the rain on Saturday. “I think with the weather, people wanted to show up earlier, but this is also always a family favorite festival,” Project Forward Vice President Katie Kendall ...

Belmont County man dies following ATV crash in Washington Township

ST. CLAIRSVILLE — A Belmont County man died Saturday after an ATV crash in Washington Township, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Troopers said the crash occurred on Township Road 101 near Ohio 148. Authorities responded to the scene after receiving a report of a serious injury ATV crash. According to the patrol, a 2009 Yamaha YXR700F driven by Debra Street, 71, of Alledonia, was traveling eastbound on Township Road 101. Ronald Street, 72, of Alledonia, was riding in the utility terrain vehicle with her. While negotiating a turn, the vehicle traveled off the right side of ...

A ‘Splashtacular’ Event At Heritage Port Benefits Easterseals

WHEELING – There were boats, water skiers, kids engaged in water battles, environmental talk and even some science experiments and food trucks as Easterseals Rehabilitation Centerhosted its second annual “Splashtacular” at Wheeling’s Heritage Port. The event was free, with raffle ...