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.

The Wait is The Worst

An article about a local woman who waited more than a week for her testing results.

Stacey Purpura – Minding the Madness

A question-and-answer piece with a mother who created a Facebook Group for parents during the pandemic.

Clutter Campaign Continues Despite Coronavirus

A story about a former TV reporter who is now running for political office.

COVID-19 Diary: Local Reaction to Governor’s Orders

An article about a lot of local information concerning the COVID-19 crisis.

Erik Marple – Persistent and Proud

An article that asks questions and gets answer from a restaurant owner in the Wheeling area.

W.Va. Gov. Justice Issues Stay at Home Order

When addressing West Virginia residents this afternoon, Gov. Jim Justice issued a “stay at home” order for all West Virginia residents, and it is...

As Corona Caseload Grows, Officials Urge Caution

Not only have confirmed cases been uncovered in the Upper Ohio Valley the past few days, but now the first fatality from the COVID-19 coronavirus has been announced

Now There’s Nothing to Do in Wheeling

A column that centers on the lack of activities now that the the pandemic has taken over.

OVMC Not Equipped for Crisis, but …

A story about former medical facilities and if they are usable in a pandemic.

W.Va. Gov. Justice Wants Residents to Know ‘It’s Real’

An update from W.Va. Jim Justice on the COVID-19 crisis in the Mountain State.

An OPEN LETTER to … Frank Scenna’s Soul

An opinion column on the passing of a long-time barber and friend.

Bars Will Be Busted in Ohio County

An article about the possible penalties for bar owners who do not adhere to the closure order.

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