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ODOT tree-trimming operations impacting more routes

February 10, 2025

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Feb. 10, 2024) – Drivers may be noticing more crews out on ODOT-maintained roads trimming trees this time of year. District 11 spokeswoman Lauren Borell says ODOT is usually only permitted to have the work performed between October and March due to environmental purposes. She says the […]


Mud snarls morning traffic on US 250 west at Schoenbrunn

February 7, 2025

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Feb. 7, 2025)  – Drivers are again able to access both lanes of U.S. 250 westbound approaching New Philadelphia and the Schoenbrunn exit. Ohio Department of Transportation District 11 Spokeswoman Lauren Borell says crews had closed one lane of the road and the exit ramp following an […]


State Highway Patrol shares Move Over Law reminder

February 7, 2025

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Feb. 7, 2025) – State troopers are urging drivers to move over for their cruisers and any other vehicles with flashing lights parked alongside the road.  New Philadelphia Post Sgt. Bill Bower says failing to do so is a misdemeanor offense carrying a hefty fine if you […]


New Phila Big Lots could remain open after all

February 6, 2025

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Feb. 6, 2025) – A Monday bankruptcy court filing is providing a glimmer of hope to local Big Lots employees, although the store manager says many have already taken other jobs.  The location on Bluebell Drive is among 200 nationwide that could be spared from closure as […]


Dover grad wins Grammy

February 6, 2025

DOVER – A Dover High School graduate won a Grammy this past weekend. Josh Quillen, 45, a 1998 Dover grad, won the award for Best Chamber Music/Small Ensemble Performance as part of the group ‘So Percussion’ for their album “Rectangles and Circumstance” with five-time Grammy winning singer-composer Caroline Shaw. “Just […]



Fiber company to pay deposit, fees for work in Strasburg

February 5, 2025

STRASBURG (Feb. 5, 2025) – Village leaders are taking some precautions before allowing Omni Fiber to expand its network to every home and business in town. Village Administrator Mike Rosenberry has proposed a series of equipment fees on the company, which will also be required to pay a $5,000 deposit […]


Road crews on standby for freezing rain possibility

February 5, 2025

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Feb. 5, 2025) – The Tuscarawas County Engineer’s office is keeping an eye on the forecast with freezing rain included as part of a Winter Weather Advisory in effect tonight and into the early morning hours. Assistant Tuscarawas County Engineer Genaro DeMonte says his office will stay […]


Community weighs in on New Phila Schools bond issue defeat

February 5, 2025

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Feb. 4, 2025) – City school district officials are continuing to seek feedback on their latest facilities replacement plan and the bond issue that’s needed to fund it. Voters in November overwhelmingly rejected the district’s request for $72-million over 37 years to consolidate its aging schools into […]