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Officials Stress Safe Driving During the 100 Deadliest Days
The weeks between Memorial Day and Labor Day are known as the 100 Deadliest Days as more crashes are seen during this time period. Governor Mike DeWine hosted a press conference Monday, highlighting the more than 67,000 crashes that occurred on Ohio roads in 2025,...
PAC Announces 15 New Shows Coming to Venue
The Performing Arts Center at Kent State University at Tuscarawas has announced 15 shows added to its 2026-27 season. This season’s events can reach fans of country music to rock, along with theatrical performances and several productions to celebrate the holiday...
Uhrichsville to Take Down House in Live Fire Training
The City of Uhrichsville continues to see clean-up efforts and that includes taking down delipidated structures. Code Enforcement Officer James Myers says the latest move is a house in the 200 block of McConnell Street. "Fire department is going to train with it a...
Dover Woman Charged with Involuntary Manslaughter, Reckless Homicide
A Dover woman has pleaded not guilty to reckless homicide and involuntary manslaughter in the death of her grandfather. Louann Sears, 27, is in the Tuscarawas County Jail with bond set at $25,000. According to police reports from August 2025, the 85-year-old victim...
Canton Man Faces Charges After High-Speed Chase in Tuscarawas and Stark Counties
New Philadelphia post state troopers are detailing how extensive inter-agency coordination helped end a stolen-vehicle pursuit through Tuscarawas and Stark counties with no injuries. Sgt. Bill Bower says the chase began Tuesday near the west end of New Philadelphia,...
Tuscarawas County Grand Jury Issues Indictment in Shooting Case
A New Philadelphia man has been indicted on attempted murder charges for allegedly shooting his girlfriend last month. Zachary Gill, 25, faces two counts of attempted murder – both first degree felonies, two counts of felonious assault and another felony weapons...
Indictment Handed Down for Dayton Man
A Dayton man accused of taking a 15-year-old girl from New Philadelphia to Wisconsin without her parents’ permission has been indicted on a pair of felonies. Jordan Romine, 24, is charged with interference with custody and unlawful sexual conduct with a minor. ...
Another Community Open House Planned About I-77/U.S. 250/state Route 39 Intersection
Ohio Department of Transportation officials are continuing to gather community input on their plan to improve traffic at the I-77/U.S. 250/state Route 39 intersection. The proposal includes a pair of roundabouts, including one at Blue Bell Drive. ODOT will host an...
Downtown Square Work Happening in New Philadelphia
In downtown New Philadelphia, crews will add a gazebo to the square. Service Director Ron McAbier has been anticipating its arrival as part of the three-million dollar beautification project in the center of city. His wait might be over this week. McAbier says...
Froman Hill Road Barn a Total Loss After Tuesday Night Fire
A barn housing two workshops and livestock is a loss after an overnight blaze. The Dover Fire Department was toned out Tuesday at 10:15pm to the 16-hundred block of Froman Hill Road. Captain Joe Minocchi says units found a small shed and larger barn on fire. "There's...
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