LISBON — The Columbiana County Board of Elections staff and board welcomed new board member Peggy Caratelli after a brief swearing-in ceremony Tuesday morning. “I’m excited,” she said. The East Palestine resident was recommended for…
Wellsville Schools fills multiple key position
WELLSVILLE — The Wellsville school Monday filled four key administrative positions. The board unanimously hired Allison Scott as curriculum director/gifted…
Police chief updates St. Clair Township trustees on sale of vehicle
CALCUTTA — St. Clair Township officials Monday updated the trustees on the sale of vehicles. Police Chief Brian McKenzie told…
Counselor warns staffing levels may fall short of student needs in Hancock County
NEW CUMBERLAND — With a packed agenda of personnel matters before them, members of the Hancock County Board of Education…
Port Authority working with East Palestine to develop industrial park
LISBON — The village of East Palestine and the Columbiana County Port Authority are partnering up to develop an 85-acre…
Mediators see progress in efforts to halt Iran war as drone attacks rattle region
CAIRO (AP) — Mediators have achieved progress in getting the United States and Iran back to negotiations, regional officials said…
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WED/7-29 Boardman DARE Singles Group, Music at Woodworth Park, 7 p.m.; information at 330-729-0127 Columbiana Mahoning County Model Aircraft Club, 6 p.m., Shaker Woods Field; arrive at 4 p.m. if wishing to fly; rain location at Bellaria Pizza in Boardman East Liverpool Friends of the Carnegie Public Library book sale, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Carnegie…
TUE/7-28 Boardman DARE Singles Group, Bocce at Boardman Park, 5:30 p.m.; information at 330-729-0127 Calcutta Calcutta…
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OSU Student Send-Off Picnic Set for Aug. 13 The Ohio State University Alumni Club of Columbiana…
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Ohio University 2026 President’s List Brandi Radvansky of Toronto John Rohal of Toronto Ohio University 2026…
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Southern Local Schools Honor Roll ~ 1st Nine Weeks
Elementary (*Denotes Distinguished Honor Roll) 3rd Grade: Johnathan Akers*, Haven Allen, Deegan Bach*, Adalyna Baker, Kinzley Blatch*, Brantley Brown*, Sylus Bryan*, Kolton Cole, Miah Cote*, Jacob Crawford*, Dylan Davis, Alex Delturco*, Alex Dickson*, Jedediah Farnsworth*, Claire Fisher, Emma Fisher*, Jason Gottschalk, Jocelynn Jackson*, Christian Johnson, Piper Kellogg*, Delanie Ketchum, Hudson Ketchum*, Parker Lockhart*, Ella…
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US economy sending mixed signals: Here’s what it all means WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy is caught in an awkward, painful place. A confusing one, too. Growth appears to be sputtering, home sales are tumbling and economists warn of a potential recession ahead. But consumers keep spending, businesses keep posting profits and the…
Columbiana County Property Transfers
Pharmaceutical plant idled despite effort to save jobs
EL salon opens second location in Wellsville
Ohio News
Ohio State names provost as new president after predecessor's abrupt resignation
COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio State elevated its chief academic officer to president Thursday, acting swiftly to move past the abrupt resignation of former President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr. following revelations about his “inappropriate relationship” with the female host of a podcast for military veterans. Trustees voted unanimously to appoint Executive Vice President and Provost…
OSU president resigns over ‘inappropriate relationship’
Guards' Clase placed on leave as part of sports betting investigation
DeWine signs tax bill
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Cavaliers pick Agbaji
CLEVELAND — Ochai Agbaji developed championship DNA in college. The Cavaliers are counting on it staying with him in the pros. Looking to add a perimeter player who can shoot, defend and maybe accelerate their timeline to NBA title contention, Cleveland selected Agbaji with the No. 14 overall pick in the draft Thursday night.…