NEWS ARCHIVE

Final Days for Early In-Person Voting

The Tuscarawas County Board of Elections is giving voters just two more days to cast ballots in-person ahead of election day on Tuesday.    Board Director David Johnson says this is the final weekend for early voting at the board office, located at 933 East High...

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Fontana Challenges Salvo for Ohio Representative Seat

Jodi Salvo is seeking reelection but faces Amanda Fontana in the race for Ohio House of Representatives District 51. As the incumbent, republican Salvo feels she has been an accessible and effective representative, and she would like to continue to be a voice for the...

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Rulli, Kirtley Vying for US Congressional Seat

Voters in Ohio’s 6th Congressional District will choose between Republican incumbent Michael Rulli and Democratic challenger Elizabeth Kirtley on Election Day. Rulli, a lifelong Mahoning Valley resident, won the 2024 special election to the seat after serving nearly...

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PAC Shares Lineup for November, December

The Kent State Tuscarawas Performing Arts Center will start the month of November with some shining rock stars from the 1970s before ushering in the holiday season a month later.  The classic American rock bands are Kansas, performing this Sunday, and Three Dog Night,...

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Barnhill Fate to be Decided on Election Day

The village of Barnhill could dissolve after election day. There is a measure on the ballot – Issue 11 – for the 400 or so village residents asking if Barnhill should surrender its corporate power. If it passes, Tuscarawas County Prosecutor Scott Deedrick says...

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Jury Undecided, Prosecutors Plan to Retry the Case

A week-long jury trial for a 79-year-old Newcomerstown man accused of child sex crimes has ended in a mistrial after jurors could not agree on a verdict.  David J. Abate had pleaded not guilty to rape and gross sexual imposition.  The trial began on October 14th and...

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New Philadelphia Asking for Park Levy Support

New Philadelphia Mayor Joel Day is urging residents to support Issue 9 — the city’s five‑year, 2.4‑mill parks and recreation levy on next Tuesday’s ballot. Day says the levy would raise about $1.3 million a year to maintain and improve every city park, from upgrades...

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Dennison, New Phila, Uhrichsville Share Leaf Pickup Plans

Local areas are preparing for their annual leaf pickup services. Village of Dennison administration says residents can gather leaves and place them in the yard waste containers located at the Service Department Garage on Welch Street at anytime. Those unable, can bag...

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ODOT District 11 Prepares for Winter Season

The Ohio Department of Transportation says its snow‑and‑ice fleet is ready for winter after crews completed their annual inspections this week. District 11 Public Information Officer Lauren Borell says mechanics performed a full 150‑point check on all 20 trucks that...

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Styer, Weimer Seek Tuscarawas Common Pleas Judge Seat

Two names familiar with the court system in Tuscarawas County are seeking voter support for the Common Pleas Court judge seat. The position opened when Elizabeth Thomakos retired in February. Ryan Styer, who was appointed interim judge, says he is seeking a full term...

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