As most Americans observe Independence Day, a few among us insist July 4 is nothing to celebrate. The United States of American is flawed deeply, they insist. We should forget the Declaration of Independence, repeal the Constitution and Bill of Rights, and start anew, some cynics of our ...
The following poem was written and submitted by the Rev. Patrick E. Davis, a Vietnam-era Marine and Army veteran who also is a retired ordained minister and certified Christian counselor. The poem is part of his book “Awakenings: A Journey.” Dedicated We took our oath. They dressed us ...
Given all this area has seen over the past few weeks, we need something to celebrate. But let’s make sure we do it safely — and legally. Fireworks are as much a part of summer celebrations as food, parades and pool parties. Of course, as we approach the Fourth of July, there will be ...
The first words of a new chapter landed on the page of Martins Ferry’s story last week when it was announced that East Ohio Regional Hospital had been acquired by 360 Healthcare Inc. — and that company President Harold Ramsey has launched efforts to reopen the facility this fall. The ...
It took long enough, but federal officials will now study the possible health outcomes after the February 2023 train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. The National Institutes of Health is launching a $10 million research initiative. In announcing the effort, U.S. Health and Human Services ...
During June’s legislative interim meetings, lawmakers got a glimpse at the drive — and success — of Chelsea Ruby, who was reappointed as cabinet secretary for the Department of Tourism by Gov. Patrick Morrisey after having already served in that capacity for eight years under Gov. Jim ...