LOCAL NEWS

Two Vying for 12th District Congress Seat

The district that covers the western portion of Tuscarawas County is on November’s ballot.Democrat Jerrad Christian is looking to unseat Republican Troy Balderson for the 12th District Congressional position.Christian grew-up in a small town in Athens...

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More Paving for City of Dover

The City of Dover announced additional paving that will begin Monday, October 28th.The paving contractor will start milling and grinding Wooster Avenue, between Young Drive and 23rd Street, and paving will directly follow. Wooster Avenue is expected to be...

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Tuscarawas Commissioners Approve Red Ribbon Proclamation

The Tuscarawas County Commissioners supported Red Ribbon Week following a Wednesday presentation from Youth2Youth.The drug-free awareness week runs from October 23rd through the 30th and a proclamation passed unanimously after it’s reading by Clerk Rhonda...

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Eight Days Until November General Election

We’re now just over a week away from the general election.Early voting continues at the courthouse through Sunday with extended weekday hours.Tuscarawas County Board of Elections Director Gail Garbrandt says it now starts 30 minutes earlier - at 7:30 am -...

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BCC Gives Back through Fair Hog Purchase

Buckeye Career Center is continuing a tradition of supporting its own youth in the agricultural community and local charities at the same time. The career center for the 14th year in a row purchased a hog at last month’s county fair, this time belonging to...

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Keep Safe during Halloween Trick or Treating

Ahead of Halloween parties and local trick-or-treat nights, the New Philadelphia Health Department is reminding individuals to be safe when it comes to costumes and hygiene.Nicole Bache, Director of Nursing, says if someone is not feeling well and has a...

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Uhrichsville Goes Over Water Park Priorities

Resealing the swimming pool and finding a storage solution is among the top priorities for the Uhrichsville Water Park.Following several walkthroughs since the 2024 season ended, Park Committee Chair Matt Fox says, based upon reports from Mayor Jim Zucal,...

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Large Early Turnout as Courthouse Voting Continues

As we close in on Election Day, early in-person and absentee voting turnout in Tuscarawas County has already surpassed the total from four years ago.As of Tuesday morning, Tuscarawas County Board of Elections Director Gail Garbrandt and her staff had...

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Ohioans Confront Event Ticketing Challenges

Concert and sports fans in Ohio are expressing growing frustration over rising ticket prices and hidden fees.In response, Congress is considering the TICKET Act, a bipartisan bill that aims to increase transparency by requiring ticket sellers to display...

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Dennison Revitalization Wrapping Up

The centerpiece of downtown Dennison’s multi-million-dollar facelift is scheduled for installation next week.Mayor Greg DiDonato says electrical work is underway for the Victorian-style town clock that will be going up in front of village hall.“Currently,...

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