WELLSBURG — A Wellsburg man has been charged with the malicious killing of an animal, a felony offense for which he could be sentenced to five years in prison and fined $1,000 to $5,000. A criminal complaint filed by the Brooke County Sheriff’s Department states a deputy questioned Ronald J. Sebeck, 71, of […]
Campbell judge hears animal cruelty cases toward dog, pig | News, Sports, Jobs
This dog was hit by a car in March and its owner, Samantha Hall, of Campbell, was charged with cruelty to a companion animal after police said she did not take it to a vet for treatment. Residents saw the dog was unable to walk and contacted the city mayor, who called […]
HOMETOWN PROFILE: Fitch grad rescues exotic animals | News, Sports, Jobs
Submitted photo Amy Rigby cuddles a rabbit she is caring for at her Rebel Rescue Ranch in Berlin Center. The nonprofit was created in 2018 and houses goats, pigs, rabbits, ferrets, birds and lizards. BERLIN CENTER — Youngstown native Amy Rigby, owner of the nonprofit animal shelter Rebel Rescue Ranch, recalls […]
Connecting with animals | News, Sports, Jobs
Photo by Jim Muchlinski Jessica Kesteloot operates Jessica’s Little Ponies, a pony ride and petting zoo business. VESTA — Jessica Kesteloot has a special connection with animals, one that she shares with hundreds of people every year. She operates Jessica’s Little Ponies, a pony ride and petting zoo business. She spends […]
Council advances dangerous animals measure | News, Sports, Jobs
A measure clarifying the legal definition of a dangerous animal that must be confined was approved on second reading by the Fort Dodge City Council Monday. The proposal addresses dogs and cats that have attacked people or other animals. The city already has a separate law on the books prohibiting people from keeping […]