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A tale of two villages

To the editor: It has almost been a full year since the February 2023 train accident in East Palestine. While I have sympathy for the residents and businesses located close to the accident, I firmly believe that the vast majority of residents have recovered, at least in the short term, and have resumed living their lives as they did before February 2023. People went back to work, children went back to school, family and friends continue to meet. Life goes on. Most people want to go forward, and not dwell on a past that we cannot change. The people who were negatively impacted have ...

East Liverpool resident upset over water hikes

To the editor: Recently received my water/sewer/refuse/storm water bill from the ELO water department. For any of your readers that don’t care to do the math, the city has recently passed along a 45.9% increase on our water rates. I guess they can raise our rates whenever they feel the need without our input.  When was the last time any of us got a 46% increase in anything?  While looking through the other utilities I pay, I began to notice my water bill is one of my most expensive utilities. I thought no one could beat Comcast but the city has succeeded in doing so. Next it will ...

Use it or lose it: Never too old to earn a degree

To the editor: I remember when my aunt and uncle went back to college to earn their university degrees. At 55, my aunt decided to go back to college to earn a bachelor’s degree. My uncle always told her, you’re going to get older anyway, so why not earn a degree. Many times, we look at only the economic value of a degree. Economics and cost are essential, but it is not the only considerations to consider when determining the value that comes from having a college diploma. I like to be called “Dr. Rose” because it is a reminder of the honor I have for my parents, especially my ...

Ohio stands to benefit from affordable fuel

To the editor: Gas prices are on the minds of a majority of Ohioans in one way or another. The number you see at the pump can impact everything from your commute to work, to a vacation, and ultimately your family’s budget. However, many people may not know what all controls those gas prices and why Ohio’s role in global oil production leads to lower pump prices. Let’s look at our neighbors in Pennsylvania. According to AAA’s most recent fuel report, Ohio’s gas prices sit at an average of $2.81 a gallon. Just east of us, those heading to the pump can expect to pay 50 cents a ...

What happened to Gov. DeWine?

To the editor: The Saturday before New Year’s Eve with some questions on my mind. What has happened to Mike DeWine that caused him to veto HB 68 and what he said at his press conference? Will the people of Ohio be bamboozled by the radical left wing liberal hog wash of gender dysphoria affirming medicine and surgery? Why did DeWine choose not to protect women’s sports? Gender dysphoria affirming medical treatment is as much of a political philosophy, ideology, and fad as it is a mental illness. Transgender social media influencer Blaire White will affirm it is a mental health ...

Words for East Liverpool residents

Dear Residents of East Liverpool: It has been a privilege to serve you as Mayor the past four years. There have been many challenges along the way but we have persevered. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve our community. I am thankful for the friendships I have formed and strengthened over the past four years, the support I have received, and all the individuals that joined in the fight to move the city forward. With the grants we have received in the past month alone, I am certainly ending my term on a high note. East End will finally get the attention it needs and deserves ...