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BCARL hits milestone in control of animal population

ST. CLAIRSVILLE — The Belmont County Animal Rescue League has been quietly making a powerful impact behind the scenes — improving animal welfare, supporting pet owners and controlling the pet population across Belmont County. Through its ambitious “BCARL Blitz” initiative, the organization earmarked $100,000 earlier this year to provide free spay and neuter services for cats. Now, thanks to a collaborative effort with Compassionate Care Center and Barnesville Veterinary, nearly 800 cats have been altered, and those dedicated funds have been used to directly serve the ...

Which strength training method is best for you?

(AP) — When it comes to weight-resistance exercise, you can choose free weights such as dumbbells or barbells. Or weight machines, which are often driven by cables or levers. You can use resistance bands or tubes to build strength. Or try pushups and pullups — old standbys that create ...

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South Bellaire Methodist Church will be holding its annual back to school clothing giveaway 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 9 at the Presbyterian Church gym located on Guernsey Street in Bellaire. All clothing is free with no restrictions as to how much each family may take. This giveaway is available to everyone in any of the local communities with no income restrictions. This is the event’s ninth year. If you have any questions or need more information, contact Mary Doty at 740-695-2995 or marydoty7291@att.net. Martins Ferry Knights of Columbus will hold a fish fry at the council home, ...

Best Sellers By The Associated Press

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Concert on the Hill is Aug. 24

MT. PLEASANT — First Presbyterian Church of Mt. Pleasant will host its 20th annual “Concert on the Hill” from 4-8 p.m. Aug. 24 on the lawn behind the church, located at 123 Union St. The concert is a celebration of all types of Christian music. It is completely free of charge — no ...

Belmont County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting set for Aug.12

BARNESVILLE — Belmont County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting of members will be held Aug. 12 at Shady Lane Event Center, 94 Shady Lane, Barnesville. Doors open at 5 p.m. with time to visit sponsor displays. The dinner and meeting will start at 6 p.m., and the meal will be catered by “Two Stack Bar-B-Que.” Voting on proposed policies and code of regulations, along with electing Board of Trustees members, and electing delegates to OFBF 2026 Annual Meeting will take place. Belmont County Farm Bureau president Mike Burkhart, encourages all members to attend the meeting to be well ...