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BELMONT COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

Sunday — 11:12 p.m. A 911 hang-up call was received from an address on Nicole Lane in Bellaire. The caller advised that she was playing on her phone and accidentally called 911. She said she had just woken up and was getting ready for work. A deputy responded and spoke with the caller's mother, who advised the officer that her daughter had just left for work, but it was an accident and all was well. — 9:22 p.m. A caller from an address on Colerain Pike in Martins Ferry reported someone was burning trash in the driveway. The fire department arrived on the scene, where there were ...

Monroe County residents concerned over sewer project charges

Residents of riverfront communities in Monroe County packed the meeting of the Ohio and Lee Township Water and Sewer Authority in Sardis on Monday evening, seeking answers to higher sewage rates and hookup fees. Several residents of Hannibal believed they were misled into believing the ...

Wheeling Symphony unveils 'JOY' theme for 2026-27 season

WHEELING — The stage is set for a joyful 2026-27 concert season for the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra, as the upcoming series of Pops and Masterworks performances promises something for music lovers of all ages. The WSO invited its subscribers to a special reveal of the 2026-27 season Tuesday ...

Local rap group inks deal with Roc Nation

BELLAIRE — Local hip-hop group The Council 2432 has signed a record deal with Jay-Z's record label, Roc Nation. Recently, the seven-member group traveled to New York City to meet with Roc Nation representatives, which led to the group signing a recording contract. Bob P (Bobby Parrish), ...

Bellaire Fire Chief suspended after alleged assault

BELLAIRE – The chief of the Bellaire Fire Department has been suspended following allegations he physically assaulted a woman in Shadyside. Tim Bell is accused of an assault that allegedly occurred early Sunday morning. According to a police report, officers were called to the Shadyside ...