NEWS ARCHIVE

Dennison Sees Renewal Levy Approval

Voters in the Village of Dennison approve an operating levy. The renewal is for daily operations and brings in about $49,000 annually. Mayor Greg DiDonato appreciates the voter support, with Issue 14 passing with by about 100 votes. "We really work hard to be prudent...

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Landis Wins 31st District Senate Seat

The republican incumbent for Ohio's 31st senate district will remain for another term. Al Landis led the way with 64% of the votes against democrat Laura Sirot. Landis thanked the voters in Tuscarawas, Muskingum, Wayne, and part of Stark and Guernsey counties. "I try...

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Two Injured in Crash Near Gnadenhutten, Driver Cited

Two people were taken to a hospital following a two vehicle crash Monday evening. Ohio State Highway Patrol New Philadelphia Post Sgt. Bill Bower says troopers responded at 5:40pm to the intersection of State Route 36 and Wolfes Crossing, near Gnadenhutten. "The...

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Sirot Challenges Landis for Ohio 31st District Senate Seat

Two are vying for the district 31st senate seat, the incumbent and a college professor. Republican Al Landis wants to return for another four-year term. His background includes coming from the private sector in manufacturing before serving eight years in the Ohio...

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Zemis versus Watson for Tuscarawas County Commissioner

Tuscarawas County commissioner incumbent Kristin Zemis is being challenged by Kent Watson in November's general election. Zemis is seeking another term and says her 30 year legal career, being a mediator, and her community leadership at different organizations make...

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One Driver Killed in Head On Crash

A fatal crash south of Gnadenhutten is under investigation after a head‑on collision killed one driver Monday morning.  State Highway Patrol New Philadelphia Post Sgt. Bill Bower says the crash happened around 7:52 a.m. on Edwards Ridge Road SE. Sgt. Bill Bower says a...

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Contini, Rinehart Seek Tuscarawas County Auditor Seat

The Tuscarawas County Auditor seat is open on November's ballot with the retirement of long-standing auditor Larry Lindberg. Two names are on - Lisa Contini and Joe Rinehart. Contini says she has a long background in the financial sector working in a tax department...

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Uhrichsville Seeks Renewal Levy Support

The City of Uhrichsville is asking for voter support for a renewal levy. This is for overall operations conducted within the city, says Mayor Jim Zucal. "Typically use it for improvement mainly to make our community better. We're paving streets, we're cleaning up our...

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Car Crashes Into New Philadelphia Home

New Philadelphia firefighters were called around 4:11 p.m. on Sunday to the 400 block of Front Avenue SE after a vehicle crashed into a home at 4th and Front. Fire Captain Matthew Graham says crews arrived to find a small SUV up on the front porch, knocking out all...

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Tuscora Park Hosting Annual Trout Derby

The annual Fall Trout Derby is back at the Tuscora Park Pond this Saturday, October 31st from 8 to noon. Co‑organizer Mitch Pace and Park Board member Jan McInturf were on the air this week with details about the free event for kids 17 and under. Organizers have...

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