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 Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – A Truck Stop’s Convicted King

Wheeling Mob
The business benefited from the fact that no one knew each other.

Ty Thorngate: ‘It’s Not Just a Place, It’s a Vibe’

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The city councilor brings a few unique perspectives to his Ward Five position.

The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – Tom Burgoyne, G-Man

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He may have been a native of New England, but he adored the people of the Wheeling area.

The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – The Cocaine Courier

Wheeling Mob
The narcotic was very popular in the Wheeling area beginning in the late 1970s.

Sheriff James Zusack: ‘I Try to Help Somebody Every Day’

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The sheriff became the top cop in Belmont County in January.

The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – ‘Max’ and His Mob Bars

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For decades, "Mom and Pop" bars were networked with Wheeling's organized crime.

The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – Eyes on Ernie’s Esquire

Wheeling Mob
The eatery was known as the best supper club in the entire Upper Ohio Valley.

The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – Tales of a Tow Truck Driver

Wheeling Mob
The town was a lot of fun during the ole Mob days, but most didn't see behind the scenes.

Alexis Storch: ‘Wheeling Is Where My People Are’

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First things first. Alexis Storch is not a morning person. Give her coffee. Walk away. She’ll let you know when it’s safe. But at least...

The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – Hamm the Newspaperman vs. Wheeling’s Mob Bosses

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Some folks cowered to the Mob's threats, but not this Hall of Fame journalist.

Peter Fernbaugh: ‘I’m a Prisoner of Hope’

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He's a man of many talents who has chosen to lead his own troupe in Weirton.

The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – Betty and a Bomb

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This is the first chapter of the series that focuses on the history of organized crime in the Wheeling area.
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