“The economy is good on paper, but I’m not doing great.” How many of us can identify with Steve Shapiro, of Pittsburgh, who was talking to the Associated Press about the increase in prices while his income has remained the same? In fact, a poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center ...

CHEERS to the Belmont County Board of Commissioners for working to accommodate the public by scheduling an evening meeting where more people will have the opportunity to discuss issues at the animal shelter. JEERS to what appear to be a string of thefts and criminal activity in Monroe County. ...

No matter your thoughts on one social issue or another, most decent human beings can agree those differences do not warrant resorting to violence. But time and again over the past few years we see instances in which those who have bought in to the fear-and-hatred method of buying votes believe ...

It’s always wonderful to see our community pull together to help those in need. The Wolfpack 11U soccer team from St. Clairsville is one such example. The team, under the leadership of head coach and St. Clairsville soccer great Jaclyn (Dutton) Ketter, raised $1,800 for Woodsfield resident ...

Ohio may be making progress improving vehicle safety by tightening the laws about driving distracted, but a new report suggests Buckeye State residents are moving backward on another front. According to a report by Axios Columbus, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration numbers show ...

Pink is a prevalent color around our communities this time of year — it serves as a reminder that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. One in eight women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime, according to medical experts, and the most significant risk factors for breast cancer ...