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One dead following incident at Marshall County mine

A miner was killed after suffering head and neck injuries in an incident at a Marshall County mine Friday morning. Darin Reece was killed in the incident, according to Gov. Patrick Morrisey, who offered his condolences to Reese's family Friday afternoon. “Denise and I were deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Darin Reece, who passed away following an accident at the Ohio County Mine," he said. "We extend our condolences to his family, his fellow miners, and all those who knew him." Morrisey said Reece worked as a continuous miner section supervisor. A continuous miner is a ...

JVS students go to jail, but for educational purposes

ST. CLAIRSVILLE – Jefferson County Joint Vocational School’s criminal justice students recently attended an immersion program at Belmont Correctional Institute. The annual program involves a weeklong visit to the correctional facility where students learn various aspects of the criminal ...

Faithful gather for 'Christ Walk' through Steubenville

STEUBENVILLE — An annual tradition was renewed Friday, one that brought area residents from all Christian denominations together to remember the sacrifice that is central to their faith. Around 100 participants in this year's Christ Walk, which has been held on Good Friday for almost two ...

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United Steelworkers meeting planned MARTINS FERRY – The United Steelworkers S.O.A.R. Chapter 23-9 will have their monthly meeting Wednesday, June 4, at the United Steelworkers Union Hall in Martins Ferry at 10 a.m. Insurance representatives will be available to answer any questions. A guest speaker from the Belmont County Young Democrats will give a presentation. All retirees and their significant others are welcome to attend. Following the meeting, light refreshments will be available. Prevention luncheon planned ST. Clairsville — A child abuse and neglect prevention luncheon ...