Judge Mowery Challenges Council’s Courtroom Cutbacks
In a stern and fervent address to the Portsmouth City Council, Judge Steven Mowery, presiding over the Portsmouth Municipal Court,...
Tuesday, January 21
Ohio Recreational Marijuana: 7 Things You Need to Know
Ohioans voted affirmatively on November 7, 2023, making Ohio the 24th state to legalize adult recreational marijuana use. Here's a...
Unknown Virus Outbreak in China: Focus on Children Chinese Authorities Say It’s No Big Deal
In recent days, China has reported clusters of “walking pneumonia” cases in children, sparking concerns about a potential unknown new...
Big Social Security Changes for 2024: Cost of Living Increase Very Small
There are big Social Security changes for 2024. The highlights (or lowlights) include a very low Cost of Living Increase...
Beloved Police Chief Injured in Wreck
The Portsmouth Police Department, Fire Department, and EMS rushed to the aid of Portsmouth Police Chief Debby Brewer at 1...
Horrific Crash Leaves One Dead and Three Injured
SCDN was the first to bring you the preliminary details of the serious crash on Friday evening. Members of the...
Man Leaves 2 Girls in Truck While He Drank the Night Away
Just before 2 am, Portsmouth Police received an alarming call about 2 children (under 10 years old) being left in...
Dangerous “Mystery Box” Game Demands Immediate Action
Mystery boxes evoke images of fun and games. Suppose, however, the Mystery Box was full of used needles containing different...
Portsmouth Elementary School Lets 2nd Grader Leave With a Stranger
This story is a very serious situation with an unbelievable twist. It highlights the crucial importance of understanding procedure and...
Ishmael’s Role in the Origins of Islam
In the midst of the war in Israel, Ishmael has been a topic of theological discussions and sermons from pulpits...
