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U.S. 250 resurfacing project to begin Monday

March 10, 2026

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (March, 10. 2026) — A seven‑month project to resurface U.S. Route 250 from the Interstate 77 interchange to the Schoenbrunn exit is set to begin Monday, with one lane of traffic maintained in each direction throughout construction. ODOT District 11 spokesperson Lauren Borell said crews will start […]



Rainbow Connection Telethon sets new record, raising over $368,000

March 9, 2026

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (March 9, 2026) – The Rainbow Connection’s 53rd annual telethon concluded Sunday with another remarkable show of generosity from the community. Paired with the organization’s weeklong auction, the event raised more than $368,000 by the time the broadcast wrapped up. Rainbow Connection Director Perci Garner, joined on […]


Dennison looks ahead to a year of progress

March 9, 2026

DENNISON (WJER) (March 9, 2026)  – Village officials are anticipating several key improvements this year, including road paving and updated fire equipment. Mayor Greg DiDonato says he’s waiting to hear back on an Ohio Public Works Commission grant application that could help fund a new round of paving work. The […]





New Philadelphia honors Gradall Industries for 80 years of service

February 24, 2026

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Feb. 24, 2026) – New Philadelphia city leaders are recognizing Gradall Industries as the company celebrates its 80th anniversary. Mayor Joel Day issued a proclamation during Monday’s City Council meeting, praising the company for its long-standing contributions to the community. Gradall President Mike Popovich accepted the proclamation, […]


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Alcohol-blamed incidents keep sheriff’s deputies busy

February 23, 2026

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Feb. 23, 2026) – Tuscarawas County deputies have responded to a couple rather different incidents in recent days in which suspected alcohol-fueled behavior led to costly consequences. Early this morning, officers were called to a home in the 4000 block of West State Street in Midvale, where […]