LOCAL NEWS

Dover Police Officer on Leave Pending Investigation

The City of Dover is releasing a statement following multiple inquiries regarding a police officer on January 21st. Specific details on the matter are not being released, but Safety Director Bob Everett considers the matter serious and in need of a full investigation....

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Watch Out for Romance Scams

Don't fall victim to a romance scam this Valentine's Day. This Saturday's holiday brings out the fraudsters, and the threat is growing with over 7,000 individuals over the age of 60 reported losing more than $389 million to romance scams in 2024. Attorney Inspector...

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New Philadelphia Preparing for Grand Openings

New Philadelphia’s mayor is spotlighting a wave of new projects and fresh businesses beginning to take shape across the city.  Joel Day says the Fuji Ramen restaurant has opened in the 400 block of East High Avenue, in the former location of Pim’s Thai food...

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New Philadelphia School Opposes Ohio HB 42

The New Philadelphia School Board is opposing state legislation that would require school districts to report the citizenship or immigration status of their students to the federal government.  The School Board on Monday unanimously approved a resolution opposing Ohio...

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TCHD Holding All Age Art Competition

The Tuscarawas County Health Department is getting ready the final phase of a 2 million dollar renovation project and is looking for artwork to add the finishing touches.  Artists have until February 27th to submit their original framed or canvas art for the health...

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State Funding Obtained for Future Roundabout Near Walnut Creek

It'll be a few more years, but plans are in the work to construct a single-lane roundabout near Walnut Creek. District 11 Public Information Officer Lauren Borell says the project is at the intersection of State Route 39 and Country Road 114. "This will be the second...

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Respiratory Season Continues

Health officials say respiratory illness activity across much of the United States remains at a moderate level. The latest report covers the surveillance period from Jan. 25 through Jan. 31, 2026, and tracks combined activity from flu, COVID-19, RSV, and related...

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Tuscarawas Elections Board to Certify Petitions

We're starting to officially see the names of candidates attempting to run for office in 2026.   Races this year include all state offices such as governor, attorney general, and many at the county level.  The filing deadline for partisan candidates for the May...

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