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.

How Long Is Too Long for Trick or Treat in Wheeling?

The City of Wheeling has sanctioned 90 minutes for this year's candy collection.

Multiple Criminal Reports Filed by the Belmont County Sheriff’s Office

The following reports were released to the media this morning.

Novotney: ‘So, is the Suspension Bridge closed? Or what?’

The historic span has been closed to vehicular traffic since September 2019.

The Pop-Up Jingle Bar – Where Spirits Are Bright in Downtown Wheeling

The establishment will deliver holiday cheer to folks in the Friendly City.

LEDE’s Top Articles – October 19-25

Which one of these stories did you miss this week?

An OPEN LETTER to … the Quitters at MTV!

We thought the future arrived when the music video channel launched in 1981.

Cold Case – Leo Lanci – Marshall County

It was in May 13, 2008 when a Marshall County woman called a 911 and reported that her son found a human skeleton.

Pretrial Hearing Scheduled for Alleged Double Murder in Belmont County

The capital murder trial is scheduled to begin on March 2, 2026.

Ironmen, CoFL Prepping for Inaugural Summer Season

The new pro league is scheduled to begin play in May with the regular season running through July.

The Changing Face of a Hometown – In Photos – Autumn

If a picture is worth a thousand words, here are a lot of words via photos.

River City Remains a Destination in Downtown Wheeling

The eatery has been on the corner of 14th and Main streets for nearly 30 years.

Bridgeport Bulldogs Celebrate Great Strides in Schools

The school district recognizes the success of students several times each year.

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