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NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Feb. 26, 2026) – The Ohio Department of Transportation has chosen its plan to ease congestion and improve safety along the U.S. 62 and State Route 39 corridor just west of Berlin in Holmes County. ODOT says it will build two single‑lane roundabouts at County Road 201 […]

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, […]

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 […]

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Feb. 23, 2026)  – Donations continue to grow for the family of 18‑year‑old Kyra Bunton of New Philadelphia, who was killed Friday evening in a single‑vehicle crash in Carroll County. A GoFundMe created to support a memorial for Bunton has surpassed $9,000 toward its $14,000 goal, as […]

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Feb. 19, 2026) – The New Philadelphia School Board is hoping its latest plan to build new schools will finally win voter support, but not everyone on the board is sold on the proposal. This week, members voted 4–1 to move forward with purchasing a 77‑acre property […]

Carrollton, OH – Authorities with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife are using a recent case to remind hunters what can happen if they skip required game‑check procedures. During the 2025–26 deer season, wildlife officers in Carroll and Tuscarawas counties discovered that three individuals had harvested deer […]

UHRICHSVILLE — The future of Uhrichsville’s downtown design standards is uncertain as city officials consider a proposal to eliminate the rules that govern the appearance of buildings in the historic district. Councilman Bob Baker, who chairs the Downtown Development Standards Committee, has introduced legislation that would remove the guidelines from city […]

DOVER (WJER) (Feb. 18, 2026) – The Tuscarawas County Health Department has been registering participants for a free virtual training course focused on Responding to Addiction, but officials say space is limited. The online session will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. on Friday, February 27, offering community members tools […]

NEW PHILADELPHIA – The Tuscarawas County Leaders of Tomorrow Summit is gearing up for its next big event for local high school students. The annual day‑long summit, hosted by Leadership Tuscarawas, brings teens together with community professionals for a full day of inspiration and hands‑on learning. Leadership Tusc Board Member […]

COLUMBUS – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine is encouraging high school students to take part in the new Presidential 1776 Award Challenge. It’s a national civics competition launched as part of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary celebration. Participants in grades 9–12 will advance through an online exam, regional semifinals, and a national […]