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BELMONT COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

Local News October 16, 2026

Wednesday At 10:51 p.m., a caller reported a suspicious vehicle with someone inside of it parked at Huntington Bank on Mall Ring Road in St. Clairsville. An officer responded. According to the report, the owner of the vehicle was cleaning. At 8:38 p.m., the Ohio State Highway Patrol called for assistance regarding a female motorist who had broken down on Breezy Hill Road in St. Clairsville. An officer responded, and a tow truck was requested. At 8:05 p.m., a caller from Pine Lake Trailer Court on National Road in Morristown requested to speak to a deputy about another female ...

Remembering re-established Belmont County NAACP founding member Jerry Moore

Local News October 16, 2026

BRIDGEPORT – Founding member of the re-established Belmont County NAACP Jerry Moore has died after his battle with cancer. Born on Nov. 2, 1951, to John W. Moore, Sr. and Joan Wilson Moore, Moore was the second of four children. Moore was a lifelong Bridgeport resident where he graduated ...

“Think Pink” Raises Money For Breast Cancer Patients

Local News October 16, 2026

WHEELING – The public turned out Thursday night to “Think Pink” and raise money to assist breast cancer patients and their families. The 22nd annual “Think Pink” fundraiser to benefit those living with breast cancer took place at Wheeling Park’s White Palace. About 350 people were ...

Bridgeport students hear words of commitment from NFL player

Local News October 15, 2026

BRIDGEPORT – The Bulldogs welcomed a special guest with a message of perseverance and the power of holding to high standards Oct. 13 when former NFL player John Earle spoke to the middle schoolers and high schoolers. Earle had played for the Cincinnati Bengals, Kansas City Chiefs, Atlanta ...

Food and furniture up for grabs at Cowboy Bowl

Local News October 15, 2026

BARNESVILLE – Most people who go out to eat likely only plan on buying food at the restaurant of their choice. Maybe they like the decor, but don't think much of it. But for those who go to Cowboy Bowl and decide they really like the decor, this place is selling a whole lot more than just ...

Local News October 15, 2026

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Social Security Administration projected Wednesday that the annual cost-of-living adjustment for older adults and people with disabilities will go up by 3.6% beginning in 2027, with some recipients complaining that is not enough to offset soaring prices. The ...