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Memorial Service Honors 72 Men Who Died in the Willow Grove Mine Explosion in Belmont County

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Belmont County, Ohio – On March 16, 1940, a tragic event unfolded in the Willow Grove Mine, claiming the lives of 72 men. Today, a memorial service was held to remember these individuals and to show support to the families impacted by the devastating loss. In a solemn tribute to the fallen miners, a commemorative … Read more

Mine Explosion Memorial Unveiled in Willow Grove to Honor Fallen Workers

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BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio – In a solemn gathering today, members of the community came together to pay tribute to the 72 men who tragically lost their lives in the Willow Grove Mine explosion on March 16, 1940. The commemoration included the unveiling of a memorial stone and statue in Willow Grove, along with a historic … Read more