Author: Steve Novotney

Steve Novotney has been a professional journalist for 33 years, working in print for weekly, daily, and bi-weekly publications, writing for a number of regional and national magazines, host baseball-related talks shows on Pittsburgh’s ESPN, and as a daily, all-topics talk show host in the Wheeling and Steubenville markets since 2004. Novotney is the co-owner, editor, and co-publisher of LEDE News, and is the host of “Novotney Now,” a daily program that airs Monday-Friday from 3-6 p.m. on River Talk 100.1 & 100.9 FM.

Oglebay’s ‘Festival of Lights’ Ushers In the Christmas Season

New for 2025, Santa’s Village is a winter wonderland full of festive fun, twinkling lights, and memory-making moments for the whole family.

Pride in Country, Pride in Self: Teacher Tiffany Barnes Was a Soldier First

Before she was a local educator, she protected American freedoms.

Novotney: ‘They saw it, felt it, heard it, smelled it, and they did it. War.’

Thank a veteran today, and know why you're thanking them.

The Hound Howls Again! Cloak & Dagger On the Air Presents Classic Holmes & Watson Thriller

Admission is free, although donations are always appreciated, and doors open at 3:30 p.m.

Strussion Murders – Library of Links on Tragedy, Defendant Andrew Griffin

Following a three-year investigation, the defendant will now face Ohio's death penalty.

LEDE’s Top Articles – November 2-8

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Parole Hearing for Double Murderer Nathan Brooks Now Scheduled

The hearing for the Bellaire native was postponed in August.

An OPEN LETTER to … The People Who Control Daylight Savings Time …

The fate of Daylight Savings Time rests now with the U.S. House.

Sheriff Zusack Encountered Orange Muddy ‘Mess’ on Ohio Route 7

The slide took place in the early afternoon on Election Day this week.

Marshall County Assessor Set for Court Hearing Today at 1:30 p.m.

Buzzard faces seven felony counts of fraud, and investigators said in June that the state’s probe would continue and that more charges are possible.

Mayor Magruder on the Homeless Issue: ‘We have to come together on this’

Wheeling Council meets tonight for the first time since voting to close the homeless camp.

Tenth Street in Downtown Wheeling Closed Thursday for Pavement Markings

The roadway is part of a popular connection to Interstate 70.

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