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St. C. schools seeks public input

At their regular meeting on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, the Board of Education is seeking public input for using Federal funds, specifically for Title I and IDEA Part B grant funds in the St. Clairsville-Richland City School District. Title I provides intervention for elementary students in reading and mathematics. It may also be used for professional development. IDEA Part B funds help pay for the excess cost of providing special education and related services to children and youth with disabilities ages 3-21. Monies may be used to provide supplementary aids and services in a regular ...

Ferry chamber, The Times Leader to host ‘Beans & Business’ event

MARTINS FERRY — The Martins Ferry Chamber of Commerce and The Times Leader will host the chamber’s free “Beans & Business” session at 8 a.m. Thursday at The Times Leader offices, 200 S. Fourth Street, Martins Ferry. Breakfast will be served, then each attendee will have one minute to introduce themselves and their business or organization. Bring business cards, flyers, coupons or anything you would like to pass out. This is a newer morning event designed to be a bit more casual and appeal to chamber members who are not able to make it to lunch gatherings. RSVP to ...

Morrisey brings gubernatorial campaign to Wheeling

WHEELING — Current West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey touted his record of achievement and adherence to conservative ideals as he brought his 2024 gubernatorial campaign to Wheeling on Wednesday. He said he wants to focus on “fixing the base problems” the state has, many of which are based on workforce, taxation and educational challenges. Morrisey’s visit to the Northern Panhandle came just one day after announcing he would seek the office of West Virginia governor in 2024. Among those on hand for his remarks in Wheeling were West Virginia Senate Majority Whip ...

Ohio Valley Newsliners

BELMONT COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT At 1:52 a.m. Monday, a deputy responded to a report of a hit-skip vehicle crash on Mall Ring Road in St. Clairsville outside of the Ulta store. The officer spoke with the vehicle owner, who said her vehicle got hit while it was parked in a parking space, and the vehicle sustained visible damage in several areas. At 11:20 p.m. Sunday, central dispatch reported a possible overdose at an address on Chestnut Ridge Road. An officer responded, as did an emergency medical service squad. After the EMS arrived, they advised this was not an overdose ...

Beallsville High School honor roll announced

7thGrade Principal’s List Jameson Bable Ridge Holiday Mallarie Maddy First Honors Rayah Chappell Khloey Clem Carter Cole Mason Dennison Ja’Chelle Hill Second Honors Abigail McCulley 8thGrade Principal’s List Kloe Duvall Chaz Gasser Kayson Hoff Kyler Kinzy Raegan Lucas Ayson McBride Karsyn Muncy Jayson Ramsey Megan Robinson First Honors Cassy Weiland 9thGrade Principal’s List Hailey Bable Tori Blankenship Ryan Dornon First Honors Joelle Haslam Ryanna Wells 10thGrade Principal’s List McKenna ...

Happy Easter, St. Clairsville!

The city of St. Clairsville is bringing “hoppy” holiday greetings to residents this week, delivering Easter gifts. Pictured are Greg Duvall, from left, Lisa Duvall, Jenn McMillen, Mayor Kathryn Thalman, Hannah Baker, Jesse Baker, Michell Baker, police Officer Greg Clark, Pearl Baker, ...