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NEW PHILADELPHIA (May 1, 2026) — A fire at Freeport Press on Thursday afternoon was quickly brought under control, and no injuries were reported. New Philadelphia Assistant Fire Chief Matt Tharp said crews were called to the printing plant at about 12:30 p.m. for an industrial structure fire involving a […]

TIPPECANOE (WTUZ) (April 29, 2026)  – The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District is celebrating a milestone in its long-range trail effort—unveiling the first completed project from a 20-year master plan aimed at expanding hiking and biking opportunities. The new Quarry Trail at Clendening Dam Park measures 1.3 miles, with a natural […]

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (April 28, 2026)  – Tuscarawas County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating two separate incidents involving grandchildren and their grandparents Monday afternoon. Just before 12:30, deputies say a child at a Wainwright home got angry and threw two remote controllers at grandparents, causing minor injuries. The child was later […]

DOVER (WJER) (April 28, 2026) – Tuscarawas County health officials have confirmed a case of rabies in a bat found in Dennison. The positive test was reported April 24th by the Ohio Department of Health, marking the county’s first case in years. Four additional cases have been reported elsewhere in […]

UHRICHSVILLE (WTUZ) (April 28, 2026) – The sale of Uhrichsville’s service garage is still pending, but city council has approved moving forward with a $284,000 bid from Larry Wood of Wood Electric. Council had delayed the decision over questions about relocating the service department. The mayor says lease options are […]

DOVER TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WJER) (April 27, 2026) — Firefighters in Dover worked Saturday to contain a crude oil leak near Brandywine Creek, preventing the spill from spreading further into the surrounding environment. According to Lt. Shane Wells, the leak originated from a storage tank located near State Route 39 and […]

DENNISON, Ohio (April 27, 2026) — The Buckeye Train rolled into Dennison this weekend, bringing with it a celebration of Ohio’s rich transportation history—and some high-profile passengers. The event drew strong crowds as the Dennison Railroad Depot Museum marked the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary. Museum leaders and rail partners used […]

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (April 24, 2026) – A new homeless shelter named for Friends of the Homeless founder Jack Ream opened to the public Thursday, giving the 95-year-old philanthropist a chance to see his long-held vision take shape. Community members gathered for a ribbon cutting and open house at Jack’s […]

UHRICHSVILLE (WJER) (April 24, 2026) – The Clay Capital Heritage Center is having a grand opening this weekend at its new home in downtown Uhrichsville to coincide with the America 250 – Buckeye Train celebrations in the Twin Cities. The museum is in the former department store at North Main […]

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (April 23, 2026) – The Ohio State Highway Patrol is urging drivers to stay focused during April’s National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, reminding motorists that Ohio law allows troopers to stop drivers seen using a cellphone or other electronic device. New Philadelphia Post Sgt. Bill Bower said […]