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Community Invited to Tour New Jack’s House of Hope

April 13, 2026

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (April 13, 2026) — The community is invited to tour the new Jack’s House of Hope during an open house and ribbon cutting scheduled for Thursday, April 23. Construction is wrapping up on the 20,000‑square‑foot shelter, according to Friends of the Homeless Director Calvin White, who says […]


No Injuries Reported After Apartment Fire in Sugarcreek

April 13, 2026

SUGARCREEK (WJER) (April13, 2026)  — No one was injured during an apartment fire Sunday evening in Sugarcreek, according to Sugarcreek Fire and Rescue. Crews were called to the Engadine Court Southwest apartment complex just before 6 p.m. following reports of a dryer fire. Although the initial flames were extinguished, firefighters […]





More online fraud complaints reported in Tuscarawas County

April 8, 2026

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (April 8, 2026) — Sheriff’s officials are again urging residents to verify sellers and service providers before sending money after receiving multiple new fraud complaints this week. Deputies were notified of two additional scam reports on Tuesday, including one incident in which a Newcomerstown man narrowly avoided […]


Early Voting Begins Tuesday Ahead of May 5 Primary Election

April 7, 2026

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (April 7, 2026) – Early voting for the May 5 primary election begins today in Tuscarawas County, giving voters the opportunity to cast ballots ahead of Election Day in a contest that includes several contested races and multiple local tax issues. According to Board of Elections Director […]