Wilmington News Journal

The News Journal is a daily newspaper and multimedia platform (wnewsj.com) based in Wilmington, Ohio. It is published on weekdays, specifically from Tuesday to Saturday, and serves the Clinton County area. The newspaper is owned by Civitas Media LLC, a company that operates around 100 daily and weekly publications across 12 states, with its headquarters in Davidson, North Carolina. Civitas Media is a part of Versa Capital Management, which is located in Philadelphia.

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Netanyahu says Israeli strikes across Gaza that killed hundreds are ‘only the beginning’

1 month ago | wnewsj.com | Wafaa Shurafa |Josef Federman |Samy Magdy

By Wafaa Shurafa, Josef Federman and Samy MagdyAssociated PressDEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel launched airstrikes across the Gaza Strip early Tuesday, killing more than 400 Palestinians, local health officials said, and shattering a ceasefire in place since January with its deadliest bombardment in a 17-month war with Hamas. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the strikes, which killed mostly women and children, after Hamas refused Israeli demands to change the ceasefire agreement.
Greenland’s leader says the island ‘is ours’ as Trump vows to acquire the territory

1 month ago | wnewsj.com | Danica Kirka |Stefanie Dazio

By Danica Kirka and Stefanie DazioAssociated PressNUUK, Greenland (AP) — Greenland’s prime minister declared Wednesday that “Greenland is ours” and cannot be taken or bought in defiance of a message from U.S. President Donald Trump, who said the United States will acquire the territory “one way or another” even though his administration supports the Arctic island’s right of self-determination.
Israel cuts off Gaza aid to pressure Hamas to accept a new ceasefire proposal

1 month ago | wnewsj.com | Tia Goldenberg |Samy Magdy

By Tia Goldenberg and Samy MagdyAssociated PressTEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel stopped the entry of all goods and supplies into the Gaza Strip on Sunday and warned of “additional consequences” if Hamas doesn’t accept a new proposal to extend a fragile ceasefire, while key mediator Egypt accused Israel of using “starvation as a weapon.”Hamas accused Israel of trying to derail the ceasefire agreement hours after its first phase ended.
‘Dog Man’ bests ‘Heart Eyes,’ ‘Love Hurts’ at box office

2 months ago | wnewsj.com | Jake Coyle

By Jake CoyleAP Film WriterNEW YORK (AP) — On a quiet winter weekend at the box office, DreamWorks Animation’s “Dog Man” chased its own tail, repeating as the top movie in theaters. The animated Universal Pictures release, adapted from Dav Pilkey’s popular graphic novel series, collected $13.7 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.
As Hegseth takes charge at the Pentagon, here’s what changes could be in store

2 months ago | wnewsj.com | Lolita Baldor |Tara Copp

By Lolita C. Baldor and Tara CoppAssociated PressWASHINGTON (AP) — When Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth starts his first official day on Monday morning, he will face a daunting array of issues to tackle — from global conflicts and border security to administrative tasks.
Winter storm that dropped record-breaking snow in New Orleans spreads into Florida and the Carolinas

Jan 22, 2025 | wnewsj.com | Gerald Herbert |David Phillip

By Gerald Herbert and David J. PhillipAssociated PressNEW ORLEANS (AP) — A major winter storm that slammed Texas and blanketed the northern Gulf Coast with record-breaking snow moved east Wednesday, spreading heavy snow, sleet and freezing rain across parts of the Florida Panhandle, Georgia and eastern Carolinas. The weather warning areas included big cities like Jacksonville, Florida, which expected to see snow, sleet and accumulating ice into Wednesday.
City addresses homelessness challenges

Sep 10, 2024 | wnewsj.com | Stephanie Smith

By Stephanie Smith[email protected]WILMINGTON, OHIO — Wilmington’s ongoing homelessness challenges resurfaced at Thursday’s city council meeting, with officials weighing in on the situation. “I’m not one to shy away from tough issues, especially when the people I serve ask me to be their voice,” said Mike Crowe, the city’s public service director. “Call it what you will: homelessness, vagrancy, criminal activity.
Stewart, Woods face off in commissioner race

Mar 8, 2024 | wnewsj.com | John Hamilton

CLINTON COUNTY — Incumbent Brenda Woods and May Stewart, the general manager at Charlie’s Bar & Concessions at the Murphy Theatre, are facing off in one of two Clinton County Commissioner primary races in the March 19 primary election. Woods has served as county commissioner for two terms and previously served as the Wayne Township fiscal officer, executive assistant to former Wilmington Mayor Randy Riley, and clerk/assistant county administrator for the commissioners.
Shidaker, Wilkin square off to become county prosecutor

Mar 5, 2024 | wnewsj.com | John Hamilton

CLINTON COUNTY — Two former assistant county prosecutors for Clinton County are seeking to become the new county prosecutor at the March 19 primary election. Chief Deputy County Prosecutor Kaitlin Wilkin and Brian Shidaker, the current deputy public service director for Wilmington, are running in the Republican primary. The current county prosecutor, Andrew McCoy, is seeking the role of Clinton County Common Pleas Court Judge. John “Tim” Rudduck, the current judge, is not seeking reelection.
Drive-in demolition begins

Mar 1, 2024 | wnewsj.com | John Hamilton

Crews started the demolition of the old Wilmington Drive-In Theater on Thursday. The drive-in theater last operated in 2015 and is now the site of a housing development. The area was rezoned in 2022 by Wilmington City Council. The area will feature 113 single-family residents. John Hamilton | News Journal photoCrews started the demolition of the old Wilmington Drive-In Theater on Thursday. The drive-in theater last operated in 2015 and is now the site of a housing development.