MULTIPLE WINNERS — Scott Campbell, owner of M&M True Value Hardware, won the Steuben Building won awards in three aspects of business. — Warren Scott
MULTIPLE AWARD WINNER — Brandi Puskalich and Debbie Puskalich, the daughters and mothers who run Puskalich Accounting, have won multiple awards for aspects of their Follansbee business, as voted on by readers of the Herald Star and Weirton Daily for top awards. We were one of the local companies to receive the award. Best Reader’s Choice Contest. — Warren Scott
MULTIPLE AWARD WINNER — Brandi Puskalich and Debbie Puskalich, the daughters and mothers who run Puskalich Accounting, have won multiple awards for aspects of their Follansbee business, as voted on by readers of the Herald Star and Weirton Daily for top awards. We were one of the local companies to receive the award. Best Reader’s Choice Contest. — Warren Scott
WINTERVILLE — Ross Galabreth, editor in chief of the Herald Star and Weirton Daily Times, told a crowd of local business leaders and supporters gathered at St. Florian Hall Wednesday night that Pittsburgh – Pointed out that Steelers owner Dan Rooney once said: “Life is a series of decisions that improve your reputation. Do the right thing.”
Famous Galabres owners and managers of many local businesses work hard to provide quality products and services to their customers, but they often don’t know if their efforts are recognized. yeah.
He said the votes cast by newspaper readers in the Best of the Best Readers’ Choice contest will help ensure their efforts are noticed.
“Tonight, we celebrate the spirit of helping others and the willingness to seize opportunities.” Galabrese said this before more than 100 awards were presented to companies that provide everything from cars to delicious snacks to job training to a night’s rest away from home.
He told the many winners and nominees that many votes had been cast and counted to bring them together in an evening of food, music and friendship.
MULTIPLE WINNERS — Scott Campbell, owner of M&M True Value Hardware, won the Steuben Building won awards in three aspects of business. — Warren Scott
According to Galabrese, 429 people cast 1,771 votes in the first round of the contest, and 6,114 people cast 122,387 votes in the second round. Finally, 100,212 votes cast by 2,003 people in the third round determined the prestigious first, second and third place winners on Wednesday.
Voting often reflected different aspects of the same business, with multiple businesses receiving three awards each.
Among them was Gus’ Goody’s in Weirton, which was chosen as the best bakery and best provider of cakes, cookies and donuts. and Hidden Acres Weddings and Events in Mingo Junction, named the Best Wedding and Event Planner, Banquet Facility and Company to Work For.
Other companies with multiple awards include M&M True Value Hardware of Steubenville, which was recognized for best hardware, lawn and garden supplier and rental business; And Puskalic Accounting in Follansby was rated best in the areas of accounting, tax preparation and financial planning.
Wintersville restaurant Pastaio Cucina Rustica Italiana won top awards for Italian cuisine, service and outdoor dining. Meanwhile, Frederico Foods of Steubenville was the top winner in the convenience store, deli and subscription category.
And Seven Ranges Entertainment was named Best Supplier of Entertainment and Family Entertainment and Best New Business, an honor given to businesses opening between June 2023 and June of this year.
The companies or organizations receiving top awards in the two categories are:
• TEAM Automotive sells new cars and trucks and Lightining Lizard in Wintersville was named a top dealer for used cars and trucks.
• Basil Sports Bar and Grill in Weirton offers a great selection of burgers, beer and wine.
• Theo Yanni’s in Weirton offers a great menu and cocktails.
• Enjoy the best breakfast value at Murrays’ Restaurant in Wintersville.
• Trinity Health System School of Nursing, Best Universities and Best Private or Public Schools.
• Ferguson House of Furniture in Wintersville. We have the best furniture and mattresses for you.
• Seven Ranges Entertainment in Steubenville. We provide the best in entertainment and family entertainment.
• Drover’s Inn in Wellsburg. The wings and atmosphere are great.
• Cipriani and Thomas Law Office in Wellsburg named best law firm and attorney.
• Valley Hospice provides the best hospice and home health services.
• JJ Realty in Weirton was also named Realtor of the Year and its agent, Amy Beeman, was named Realtor of the Year, earning double honors.
A complete list of first, second and third place winners in all categories can be found in a special section of today’s issue.
Galabrese noted that local businesses are essential to the community, not only for the goods and services they provide, but also for the support they provide for a variety of causes.
“Local businesses are willing to pitch in by donating gift cards and baskets to auctions or supporting youth sports programs.” he said.
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