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CHEERS to news that early voting in the May 2 primary election is underway and running smoothly in Belmont County. The elections board met this week and discussed new developments.
JEERS to the fact that a controversy seems to be unfolding at the Belmont County Animal Shelter, where volunteers apparently are at odds with the staff.
CHEERS to Martins Ferry firefighters with the Ladder Co. who were able to rescue a woman from the second floor of a home that apparently had been set ablaze, even as police worked to defuse a situation with her son.
JEERS to news that a fire in Bellaire has been ruled a case of arson by the Ohio Fire Marshal's Office. No one was injured, but the flames and smoke created dangers for responders and caused extensive damage.
CHEERS to Bridgeport Village Council members for preparing to deal with a traffic issue in the Aetnaville section of the community. Additional stop signs may help to prevent future accidents.
CHEERS to Belmont County Hoof and Paw humane society for their extended work to remove feral horses from the Powhatan Point area. The animals had became a hazard for motorists on Ohio 7 and a nuisance.
CHEERS to the Adena Lions Club for hosting its 71st annual show, with a tribute to Vietnam War veterans. The event is at 7:30 p.m. today and Saturday at Buckeye West Elementary.