LOCAL NEWS

Hydrogen Sulfide Concern at Leesville Lake

Mary Alice Reporting -A problem that plaques local lakes each year has been identified at Leesville Lake.Hydrogen sulfide is a colorless gas recognized by a “rotten egg” odor, and while it doesn’t pose a large risk, extended exposure could lead to symptoms...

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Ohio has Made some Progress on Child Well-being

Math and reading proficiency among Ohio kids has worsened over the past five years, according to new data.The latest Kids Count Data Book from the Annie E. Casey Foundation shows that in 2022, 71-percent of the state’s eighth graders were behind in math,...

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$200,000 Bail Issued in New Philadelphia Shooting

Mary Alice Reporting –Bond has been issued for the 27-year-old suspect in a case where shots were fired, and one individual was transported.Chance Swaney, of Uhrichsville, appeared via video Friday, in New Philadelphia Municipal Court, on charges of...

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Scam Alert Issued by Tuscarawas County Sheriff’s Office

Mary Alice Reporting –A scam is occurring in Eastern Ohio and the Tuscarawas County Sheriff’s Office is warning individuals.Apparently, individuals are showing up to homes and claim to be a third party contractor for the US EPA to check for a gas leak. The...

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Tuscarawas CVB Provides Updates

Mary Alice Reporting - TravelTusc tickets are available, and grants have been awarded through the Tuscarawas County Convention and Visitors Bureau.The funding support was awarded by a committee with all $25,000 be distributed to 19 organizations. Among...

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Lady Strasburg Tigers Recognized at State Level

Mary Alice Reporting –A local school’s athletic team defended their state title and are record holders for most state softball championships in Ohio.The Ohio High School Athletic Association Division 4 State Championship was held on June 1, from Akron...

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Dover BOE Approves Contract Agreement

Mary Alice Reporting –A special meeting of Dover City School’s Board of Education was held this week, and an agreement was approved.The overall agenda include fiscal year-end reporting, personnel recommendations, with basketball coach Bob Van Kaenel being...

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Dover, New Philadelphia Police Participate in Torch Run

Mary Alice Reporting - Residents are encouraged to come out on this Thursday to support the Dover Police Department as they participate in the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Ohio.Members with Dover Police will receive the torch between...

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Suspect in Custody Following New Phila Shooting

Mary Alice Reporting - On Wednesday, shortly before midnight, Tuscarawas County Sheriff Deputies were called to assist the New Philadelphia Police related to a shooting call.According to reports, this was on the Southside, on Church Avenue. Upon arrival, a...

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Child Killed in I-77 Crash in Tuscarawas County

Mary Alice Reporting –A Wednesday wreck on Interstate 77 claimed the life of a 4-year-old with the driver and another child passenger sustaining minor injuries.According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, at roughly 5:50pm, a 2007 Honda Civic was northbound...

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