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Drug Trafficking Investigations Lead To Prison Terms

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WHEELING — Two federal drug trafficking cases involving the Ohio Valley have resulted in prison sentences, including the final defendant in an operation that stretched from Cleveland to Wheeling. U.S. District Judge John Preston Bailey sentenced Joshua Carney, 32, of Wheeling, to 60 months in prison for conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute cocaine base, fentanyl and heroin, along with distribution of 5 grams or more of methamphetamine within 1,000 feet of a protected location. The investigation began in January 2024 after reports of drug activity at ...

Waterline Break in West Bellaire

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Village officials are responding to a waterline break on Second Avenue in the West Bellaire neighborhood in the village of Bellaire. The break was spotted by residents about 12:30 p.m. as water was shooting into the air from the break site on the roadway, leaving residents without water.

Gospel Fest Set to Lift Spirits at Heritage Port

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WHEELING — The sounds of inspiration will rise from Wheeling’s Heritage Port when “Gospel Fest” takes over the stage later this month. The fourth annual event is set to start at 10:30 a.m. July 19 at the outdoor venue. “Come with your lawn chairs. Come prepared to do some ...

Ruby Leaving W.Va. Department of Tourism Effective Aug. 1

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CHARLESTON – Chelsea Ruby has been synonymous with West Virginia tourism for nearly a decade, but having just planned the state's America 250 celebration, she will be leaving her cabinet position at the end of the month. Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced Thursday afternoon that Ruby will ...

McMechen VFD Brings Back Street Fair Tradition

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McMECHEN — After more than two decades, the McMechen Volunteer Fire Department is proud to bring back a longtime community tradition with the return of the McMechen VFD Street Fair on July 10 and July 11, followed by the Hometown Reunion Dinner on July 12. The Street Fair will be held at Ninth and Marshall streets in McMechen and will feature games, food, bingo, live music, entertainment, refreshments and family-friendly activities. This marks the first McMechen VFD Street Fair since 2004, making this year’s event a true return of a hometown tradition. A major focus of this ...