By JOSELYN KING Staff Writer WHEELING — The smell of chocolate pies and cookies greets customers at local Perkins Restaurant and Bakery stores, but the business is most happy to offer slices of community to the public. “Dine to Donate” events to help school organizations are ...
By DREW PARKER Staff Writer ST. CLAIRSVILLE — With nearly two decades of business ownership under her belt in St. Clairsville, Melanie Bromelow has established her downtown store as a hub for fashionable accessories and furnishings. Bromelow’s shop, Mel’s Imagination, has offered all things fashion and home decor, ranging from jewelry to perfume and handbags at the 171 Main St. building for 18 years. Through the years, she made several buying trips to various trade shows in New York City, Los Angeles and Las Vegas to bring the newest trends to Belmont County, where she ...
By SHELLEY HANSON Staff Writer MARTINS FERRY — The Hanover Fuel Stop, located just off Ohio 7 in Martins Ferry, not only refuels cars and trucks every day, it refuels the empty stomachs of the many workers and local residents who frequent the business. The fuel stop, located at the intersection of Hanover and First streets, is famous for its tasty submarine sandwiches, known as “Hoggies” because of their large size. The station serves up a variety of breakfast sandwiches that are served all day, wraps, salads and sides to go as well. The Fuel Stop also is a one-stop shop ...
By JOSELYN KING Staff Writer WHEELING — Everything from fishing poles and wine to an advanced college degree and health care options is available at The Highlands in Ohio County. It’s the diversity of the development that is making The Highlands a regional destination location, according to Ohio County Commissioner Randy Wharton, also president of the Ohio County Development Authority. An AT&T call center and a number of light industry businesses also are located at the county-owned development. And he believes the wealth of hotels and restaurants there might just entice ...
By JANELL HUNTER Staff Writer MARTINS FERRY — Online shopping is becoming more popular every year, with more sectors of the retail industry providing digital purchasing services to consumers. According to emarketer.com, the biggest share of online shopping industry sales go to apparel and accessories, along with computer and consumer electronics. One of the latest trends for online retailing is food shopping, with the Kroger Co. getting in on a share of the market. Jennifer Jarrell, director of media relations for The Kroger Co. Columbus Division said that Kroger initiatied ...
Originating in Pittsburgh, the local franchisee owns and operates a location in Wintersville. Anthony Eonta, general manager, would like to re-acquaint the business with the community. Take another look ... this isn’t the same ole Stanley Steemer! Beginning in ’47, Stanley Steemer began cleaning carpet and upholstery in and around Columbus. Fast forward 70 years and the company has expanded service offerings to include tile and grout, wood, air duct cleaning and water damage restoration for your home or business. “We are open for business Monday-Saturday and never let the ...
