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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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’

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...

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

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

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