New Philadelphia, OH

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Nov. 5, 2026) – Buckeye Career Center has been giving prospective students a firsthand look at their future this week, welcoming nearly 1,200 area sophomores for its annual visitation days. Marketing Coordinator Shyanne Carroll says students will rotate through five labs of their choice, getting hands-on experience […] The post Buckeye Career Center Welcomes Sophomores, Open Doors to Community appeared first on WJER Radio 100.9FM & 1450AM.

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Nov. 5, 2026)  — A police chase that topped 100 miles per hour Tuesday evening ended without injuries, and the suspect is now in custody. Police Chief Tessa Pohovey says an officer ran the plates of a blue Ford hatchback on South Broadway and learned the owner […] The post High‑Speed Chase Ends Safely; Suspect Arrested appeared first on WJER Radio 100.9FM & 1450AM.

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Nov. 5, 2026)  – Tuscarawas County residents will have a chance tonight to help shape the future of their communities. The County Economic Development Corporation is hosting an open house from 6 to 8 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in New Philadelphia as part of its […] The post Open House Tonight Seeks Input on Community Roadmaps appeared first on WJER Radio 100.9FM & 1450AM.

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Nov. 4, 2026) — Tuscarawas County voters delivered decisive victories for several Republican incumbents and candidates in Tuesday’s election. County Commissioner Kristin Zemis, Common Pleas Judge Ryan Styer, and County Auditor candidate Lisa Contini all secured strong leads in their respective races. In legislative contests, Michael Rulli […] The post Tuscarawas County Sees Strong GOP Wins, Mixed Results on Local Issues appeared first on WJER Radio 100.9FM &amp

U.S. Rep. Michael Rulli, a Republican who represents the Mahoning Valley in Congress, beat his Democratic challenger in a successful bid for reelection. It was not by an overwhelming margin. Rulli, R-Salem, defeated Democrat Elizabeth Kirtley of New Philadelphia 59% to 41% in the 6th Congressional District race, according to incomplete and unofficial results. Rulli […]

U.S. Rep. Michael Rulli beat his Democratic challenger in a successful bid for reelection. Rulli, R-Salem, defeated Democrat Elizabeth Kirtley of New Philadelphia 59% to 41% in the 6th Congressional District race, according to incomplete and unofficial results. Rulli said of the relative closeness of his race: “It definitely was not a red year so […]

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Nov. 2, 2026) – The State Highway Patrol says one driver was killed in a two-vehicle, head-on collision along Edwards Ridge Road Southeast, south of Gnadenhutten. Names and additional details are being withheld as the investigation continues. The crash was reported at about 7:55 this morning. Post […] The post Fatal Crash South of Gnadenhutten Under Investigation appeared first on WJER Radio 100.9FM & 1450AM.

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Nov. 2, 2026)  – A statewide Missing Adult Alert has been issued by the Tuscarawas County Sheriff’s Office for two people who have not been seen since Saturday. Authorities say 66‑year‑old Donald Ray Schafer drove away from his Logan Street home in Dennison around 3:30 p.m. on […] The post Statewide Missing Adult Alert Issued for Two Dennison Residents appeared first on WJER Radio 100.9FM & 1450AM.

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Nov. 2, 2026) – A small SUV slammed into a home in New Philadelphia Sunday afternoon, causing an estimated $15,000 in damage. Fire Captain Matthew Graham says crews were called around 4:11 p.m. to the 400 block of Front Avenue SE, near Fourth and Front, where they […] The post SUV Crashes Into New Philadelphia Home appeared first on WJER Radio 100.9FM & 1450AM.

NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Oct. 30, 2026) – Young anglers get their chance to reel in big catches Saturday during the second annual Fall Trout Derby at the Tuscora Park Pond in New Philadelphia. The free event runs from 8 a.m. to noon for kids 17 and under, with no registration […] The post Fall Trout Derby Set for Saturday at Tuscora Park Pond appeared first on WJER Radio 100.9FM & 1450AM.