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Caped Burglar Steals Panties, Bras From Dollar General

Dollar General · Scioto County

Caped Burglar Steals Panties, Bras From Dollar General

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WEST PORTMOUTH, OHIO (WOWK) -- A caped man broke through the door of the West Portsmouth Dollar General early Sunday morning and left behind a trail of broken glass, blood and women's undergarments. Scioto County Sheriff David Thoroughman issued a press release Tuesday morning about the bizarre break-in. Sheriff Thoroughman said his 911 communication center received a call on Sunday, June 1, at 6:59 a.m. from an employee of the Dollar General at…See the Story

Dalton toddler found wandering alone on busy road as two arrested in police probe

Huddersfield · Huddersfield

Dalton toddler found wandering alone on busy road as two arrested in police probe

Police have arrested two people and launched an investigation after a toddler was found wandering alone on a busy road. West Yorkshire Police said the child – believed to be a girl aged between three and five years old – was found walking along a road in the Wakefield Road area of Dalton, in Huddersfield. She had not been reported missing when she was found by a member of the public who had informed police, having seen her alone at a junction. P…See the Story

🚨 Yard Sale Bust! Portsmouth Police Crack Down on Illegal Sidewalk Sales

Portsmouth, Ohio · Portsmouth

🚨 Yard Sale Bust! Portsmouth Police Crack Down on Illegal Sidewalk Sales

You might think laying out some old clothes and knickknacks on your front lawn is no big deal — but in Portsmouth, it could cost you more than you make if you don’t follow the rules. Around 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Portsmouth police got a tip from frustrated neighbors that someone on Grandview Avenue was […]Read Article

KID INNOVATORS WANTED! SHAWNEE STATE HOSTS HANDS-ON SUMMER STEM CAMP FOR GRADES 3–5

If your kid’s always asking, “How does that work?” or loves building things out of cardboard and duct tape, Shawnee State University has the perfect summer camp. The Young Innovators Academy is back this year with a week-long camp June 16–20 designed just for students entering 3rd through 5th grades. Hosted by the university’s Center […]Portsmouth, Ohio · Portsmouth Read Article

🚨 TODDLER FOUND WANDERING — Woman Arrested, Sentenced in Disturbing Case

Lost 4-year-old found at local carryout — woman pleads no contest, receives jail sentence and probation Just after 1 p.m., employees at the Oasis carryout on 17th Street got a shock when a young boy, around 4 years old, showed up all alone and gave his name. Concerned for the child’s safety, staff quickly called […]Scioto County · Scioto County Read Article

Cautious Hope and Harsh Realities: New Details Emerge on Commissioner Cathy Coleman’s Condition

The family of Commissioner Cathy Coleman has released a new update on her condition following a recent series of major procedures. While Coleman remains in critical condition, her care team has made significant progress addressing the devastating injuries caused by the car crash that left her hospitalized weeks ago. According to her granddaughter, a tracheostomy […]Scioto County · Scioto County Read Article

🚨 WORRIED FRIEND’S CALL SAVES RELAPSED ADDICT — But Jail Says NO!

A friend’s concern turned into a lifesaving intervention when Portsmouth Police responded to a welfare checkPortsmouth, Ohio · Portsmouth Read Article

🚫 HOTEL FROM HELL? Troubled Trespasser Sparks 4 A.M. Drama at Portsmouth Holiday Inn

Just before the sun came up, chaos checked in early at the Holiday Inn on 2nd Street. Staff frantically dialed 911 after spotting a well-known homeless woman — infamous around town for her bizarre and often alarming behavior — wandering the property once again. The woman, who’s been banned from businesses across Portsmouth, was reportedly […]Portsmouth, Ohio · Portsmouth Read Article

🚗💥 NAPKIN NAPALM! ROAD RAGE ERUPTS OVER KID’S TRASH TOSS 💥🚗

Who knew a napkin could nearly cause a demolition derby? A Portsmouth mom raced to the safety of the police station after what she described as a terrifying road rage incident that all started when her child tossed a napkin out the car window. That innocent little flutter turned into a full-blown fury fest on […]Portsmouth, Ohio · Portsmouth Read Article

Crimes, Calls, and Chaos: A Busy Day for Scioto County First Responders

Scioto County's emergency responders had a packed day on Tuesday, June 3, with a flood of calls ranging from medical emergencies to suspicious vehicles, domestic incidents, and assaults. The Scioto County Daily News remains committed to public transparency, even as the Sheriff's Office halted its detailed daily call logs in early 2025. Here's what we […]Floods · Scioto County Read Article

TWO TEENS MISSING IN PORTSMOUTH: Police Launch Urgent Search

Portsmouth Police are searching for two missing 15-year-old girls who vanished Tuesday in separate incidents just hours apart. Authorities and families are pleading with the public to help bring them home safely. 🚨 MISSING: Kammie Bond Kammie was last seen around 8:45 p.m. on June 3 near the 800 block of Bertha Avenue. She’s described […]Portsmouth, Ohio · Portsmouth Read Article

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