City Council: Officials explore loans to fund new fire truck
By Emily Bowman | Apr. 18, 2011Athens City Council members could purchase a $1.03 million fire ladder truck if they vote to pass two ordinances introduced at last night’s meeting.
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Athenians convene to clean in yearly spring beautification day
By Rachel Snively | Apr. 17, 2011Despite adverse weather conditions Saturday, a record number of Ohio
Vehicular crash leaves 3 in Columbus hospital
By Ryan Dunn | Apr. 17, 2011A three-car collision on state Route 682 early Friday evening resulted in serious injuries to three individuals.
Police investigating report of sexual assault at Phi Kappa Tau house
By Ryan Dunn | Apr. 17, 2011Athens Police are investigating a reported sexual assault at the Phi Kappa Tau fraternity house early Saturday morning.
Woman reports rape at knife-point in church parking lot
By Joe Fox | Apr. 17, 2011Athens Police Department is investigating a reported rape near Christ the King Church early Saturday morning.
Local man found dead in his home
Apr. 13, 2011The Athens County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal stabbing in New Marshfield — and the victim was a person of interest in the 2003 murder of an Ohio University student.
New Marshfield man stabbed to death
By Ryan Dunn | Apr. 12, 2011The Athens County Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal stabbing in New Marshfield yesterday, a crime the sheriff suspects may have resulted from a robbery.
Man indicted on 2 rape counts
By Marika Lee | Apr. 12, 2011A Canton man accused of raping two juveniles in Albany was indicted by a grand jury Monday.
Crystal runs dry on taxes
By Alex Stuckey | Apr. 12, 2011A suspended liquor license due to more than $38,000 in back-owed taxes didn’t stop The Crystal from selling alcohol for the past three years.
At-large council candidates look to stand out from crowded field
By Wesley Lowery | Apr. 12, 2011Six Democratic candidates for Athens City Council’s three at-large seats looked to differentiate themselves from a crowded field at a candidate forum last night.
Nelsonville man arrested for break-in
By Rachel Snively | Apr. 11, 2011A Nelsonville man was arrested over the weekend for breaking into a home of an elderly neighbor.
City Council: Fire truck funds stalled
By Emily Bowman | Apr. 11, 2011While discussions about a new fire ladder truck continue for Athens City Council, members are hindered from moving forward because of economic uncertainty.
Court issues warrant for no-show at hearing
By Marika Lee | Apr. 11, 2011A warrant was issued for a Nelsonville man charged with corrupting a minor with drugs after he failed to appear in court yesterday.
Suspension results in Crystal's closure
By Alex Stuckey | Apr. 11, 2011The Crystal was shut down indefinitely this past weekend after a complaint revealed the bar had been illegally selling alcohol for nearly three years.
Former OU student takes plea agreement
By Rachel Snively | Apr. 11, 2011A former Ohio University student pleaded guilty to abduction in the Athens County Court of Common Pleas Friday.
Student wins lawsuit, OU to pay $525
By Marika Lee | Apr. 10, 2011Ohio University has to pay more than $500 in damages to an OU student as part of a lawsuit settled Thursday.
The Crystal shut down indefinitely
By Alex Stuckey | Apr. 10, 2011Liquor enforcement agents shut down The Crystal this weekend indefinitely.
Athens now home to learning museum
By Rachel Snively | Apr. 10, 2011A children’s museum offering hands-on activities opened its doors Saturday to area families.
Candidates name litter, noise as top concerns
By Rachel Snively | Apr. 5, 2011Two competing Democrats contending for Athens City Council’s First Ward seat faced off yesterday in an open forum to discuss their stances on key issues and constituents’ concerns.
