Ohio Mayor arrested after allegedly threatening to blow up courthouse
In a separate case involving the threat of explosives in Belmont County, 49-year-old Joseph E. Schaeffer–the mayor of ...
Ohio to begin stricter enforcement of ‘Move Over’ law after increase in road side crashes
The ‘move over’ law is now in all 50 states. In Ohio, it’s been in effect since 1998. When people get pulled over for ...
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Only six candidates seeking office in Belmont County
Only six Eastern Ohio candidates met Wednesday’s deadline to seek their party’s nomination for office in the May 6 primary election. All six candidates sought to have their names placed on the ballot ...
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Rep. Jones urges local voices in Ohio's fiscal 2026-27 budget talks
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine proposed his executive budget for state fiscal years 2026-2027.The proposal targets support for Ohio's children, communities, and workforc ...
Belmont County Residents Frustrated by Higher Property Taxes
Many people in Belmont County, Ohio were surprised to see their property taxes go up beginning this year. It’s all because of ...
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Hannah's Heroes: Vulnerable witnesses find solace in therapy dog Jersey in Belmont County
Inside the Belmont County Courthouse, one hero doesn’t wear a cape.Instead, she wags her tail, offers a comforting presence, ...
Two men arrested for Ohio church break-ins; Allegedly stole cash and religious artifacts
Two men are in the Belmont County Jail after three churches were broken into and items were stolen. Cody Wayne Gartin of ...
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Former County coroner’s sentence delayed
Troy Balgo, former Belmont County coroner, appeared Thursday in federal court, where his sentencing for a healthcare fraud ...