Dover and its firefighters have agreed on a new three-year contract.  Mayor Shane Gunnoe says members of the firefighters’ union will receive annual raises averaging about 3 ½ percent each year. "It's very close to what was offered to our police union two years ago....

Two employees with the Tuscarawas County Sheriff’s Office have been getting ongoing recognition for saving the life of an infant during a medical emergency. 911 Dispatcher Michelle Colvin and Deputy Sheriff Adam Shaw were presented with Buckeye State Sheriff’s...

The Ohio Department of Transportation says night work is occurring on State Route 39. Public Information Officer Lauren Borell says this will take place 7pm to 7am. "This project spans about 8 miles of State Route 39 and they're starting just west of the SR 39/SR 93...

State troopers investigated several crashes across Tuscarawas County over Mother’s Day weekend. On Saturday afternoon, crews responded to at least two crashes on I-77 northbound, including one just before New Philadelphia, where a vehicle reportedly struck a disabled...

Noah's Hope Child Advocacy Center is announcing their new therapy dog. The non-profit recently informed fundraiser attendees of the need for a new canine and the burden of the extensive training costs. Executive Director Mandy Willett says nine weeks old Teddy was...

The Wilderness Center invites the community to raise a glass for conservation at the return of its popular event, Ales for Trails. The unique evening features craft beer tastings, scenic trails, and support for nature education and conservation efforts. Following the...

Ohio's US Congressman Michael Rulli was the guest speaker during the Tuscarawas County Republican Party's annual Lincoln Day event. The 6th District politician spoke on some legislative work. "Right now, we're working on the farm bill. We haven't' had a new bill since...

May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, and the Tuscarawas County Health Department is reminding residents to take steps to prevent tick bites and recognize early symptoms. State data show Lyme disease is most common in East Central Ohio, with Tuscarawas County averaging...

The Dover Middle School band concert was interrupted this week for a surprise announcement honoring its director.  As music teacher Micah Carrick helped set up percussion instruments for the eighth-grade band, School Board member John Maxwell announced that the...

Dover city officials are changing a tax incentive agreement with a housing developer while also creating a new board to review future requests.  Dover Mayor Shane Gunnoe says a TIF – or Tax Increment Financing Agreement – with Lawver Homes will pay for 50 to 60...