Jan 19, 2021
Steubenville residents who are looking to start or grow a business will have an opportunity this week to learn details about a program that is designed to help them move forward.
The Thrive in Steubenville business development program, which is designed to help would-be entrepreneurs and city businesses that are struggling to survive as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Those who participate will receive one-on-one mentoring sessions that will offer access to resources, accountability and support, as well as access to monthly seminars and networking opportunities.
According to city officials, at least eight people already have registered for the program, which is being run by Ambridge, Pa.-based Paramount Pursuits.
Staff writer
STEUBENVILLE The proposed rezoning of the old Villa Maria property on North Seventh Street is headed to City Council for approval.
The city’s Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing Monday on the request to rezone the 5.43-acre property from medium density residential district (R-2) to general commercial and industrial district (I-1) to facilitate construction of a retreat capable of housing overnight guests.
“We’d like to reuse the building as a retreat center, possibly some minor convention facilities,” supporter Michael Thompson told the lone zoning board member in attendance. “Hopefully it will allow for renovation of it as well. It’s a beautiful, historic structure.”