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07/30/2025

07/29/2025

The Newell Community Improvement Coalition and the Newell Volunteer Fire Department are hosting their third annual Newell Fun Day on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at the Newell Community Center, formerly the Wells Building. The fun starts at 11:00 AM with a Dunk Tank, Co****le Tournament, Foam Party, In...

07/28/2025

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07/28/2025

by Mark Patterson We debut a new column today. “Patterson’s Perspective” is written by Mark Patterson who brings his knowledge and insight gained after 30+ years in the racing industry at Mountaineer Racetrack, most recently as the popular host of the simulcast show. + Add to contacts

07/26/2025

+Derek Dempsey, Venetia, PA- Distracted Driving. Plead guilty. Assessed $100 fine. Melissa Lasure, Chester, WV- No Proof of Insurance and Expired Registration. Plead no contest to both. Assessed a total of $200 in fines plus court costs .Chase Roush, East Liverpool, OH- Reckless Operation. Plead gui...

07/26/2025

Someone needs you! By donating blood, you are giving the gift of life to someone whose need for blood is vital. The Hancock County Health Dept. is sponsoring a Blood Drive and is taking appointments for donations This is right around the corner…. Please call or sign up online to help out Monday,....

07/26/2025

On a 2-1 vote (Chek voting no), the Hancock County Commission approved advertising for proposals from non-profit organizations to operate and manage the animal shelter. Prior to the placing the operation of the shelter under the County with the administrator and the animal shelter staff employees of...

07/25/2025

The Garden is a “free” entity for New Cumberland citizens. There are twenty raised beds that are available to anyone who signs up at the garden in March, simply by signing the sheet posted in the garden. The “farmer” must take care of their bed from start to finish. If they decide to ab.....

07/25/2025

New Cumberland Lions Pulled Pork Takeout The event is this Saturday, July 26, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It will be held in the parking lot of the Swaney Memorial Library in New Cumberland. · A Pulled Pork Sandwich will be $8.00. · Sides offered will be Potato Salad an...