🐕 Another Dog Warden Quits – Should the Sheriff Take Over?
SCIOTO COUNTY, OH — Just as Scioto County officials were trying to stabilize the troubled Dog Warden's Office, they were ...
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🐕 Chickens Attacked, Delivery Drivers Bitten, Dog Warden Calls Go Unanswered: Another Busy Week of Dog Complaints
SCIOTO COUNTY, OH — As Scioto County continues adjusting to Avery's Law and ongoing staffing challenges at the Dog Warden's...
Police Investigate Report of Man Forcing Himself on Woman
Portsmouth police took a report after a woman said a man attempted to force himself on her. Officers responded to...
How Mobile Businesses Can Improve Operational Efficiency
Learn practical ways mobile businesses can streamline daily operations, reduce downtime, and improve productivity through smart planning and equipment choices.
Equipment Planning Tips for Complex Construction Projects
Learn practical equipment planning strategies that help complex construction projects stay on schedule, reduce downtime, and improve efficiency.
Portsmouth Should Keep Cruising Special
This Saturday, July 18, Portsmouth will once again hear the rumble of engines moving slowly cruising through downtown. Cars will shine...
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6 Mental Health Emergencies in 7 Hours Keep PPD Busy
Portsmouth police handled a string of mental health and welfare calls in one day, including suicidal threats, a person reportedly taking pills, a frightened man afraid to go to the hospital, and an emergency commitment involving someone headed toward a...
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Home Renovation Projects That Boost Backyard Appeal
Simple home renovation projects can improve outdoor living spaces, increase functionality, and enhance backyard appeal without major construction.
Five Transported After Waller Street Crash
Five people were taken to the hospital after a two-vehicle crash at 13th and Waller streets. Portsmouth police responded to...
Traffic Stop Turns Into Fight With Cop
A Portsmouth traffic stop turned tense after police say a man resisted arrest, fought with an officer, and continued acting...
Trailer Prowler, Dumpster Strip Show, and Yard Campers Keep Police Busy
Portsmouth police handled several early-morning calls involving suspicious activity, trespassing, and people being asked to move along. Around 4 a.m.,...
How To Prep Your Home for Hosting Overnight Guests
Make overnight guests feel at home with simple hosting tips for a cozy guest space. Give them the experience of...
Worried Neighbor Makes Tragic Discovery
A concerned neighbor who hadn't seen or heard from a woman in several days made a heartbreaking discovery after asking...
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Vandals Hit Greenlawn Cemetery; City Locks Gates
Vandalism, graffiti, drug paraphernalia, and what city officials called “pure disrespect” at Greenlawn Cemetery have prompted Portsmouth to change access at two cemetery entrances. The cemetery is not closing, but the gates at the Kinney’s Lane and Grant Street entrances...
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Dad Accused of Luring Daughter’s Boyfriend to Brutal Beating
What began as a trip to pick up belongings ended with an alleged ambush inside a home, multiple eyewitnesses backing...
Man Pees on Speedway – Troopers Show Up
A report of a man urinating on the side of a Lucasville Speedway brought law enforcement to the business. Scioto...
Busted! 07/15/26 New Arrests in Portsmouth, Ohio – Scioto County Mugshots
The Scioto County Jail is currently housing 172 inmates. An arrest is not a conviction. All parties are presumed innocent...
Business Breakup Turns Into Alleged Cash Grab, Owner Claims Former Partner Kept Draining Company Account
The end of a business partnership has led to theft allegations after a Lawrence County business owner told deputies her...
Ambulance Escapee Captured After Foot Chase, Taser Deployment
New details are emerging about the search for Jeremy Copas, the man officials say jumped from an ambulance while being...
Grandma Terrorized By Grandson
Scioto County sheriff’s deputies responded to two separate family disturbance calls, including one involving a grandmother who said her grandson...
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