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Squeaky Wheel Theater Company presents special needs inclusive production of Finding Nemo JR. at The CAT

COLUMBIANA — Squeaky Wheel Theater Company will present a special needs inclusive production of Finding Nemo JR. at The Columbiana Arts Theater (The CAT). This inspiring production is filled with joy, courage, and authenticity, as each performer brings their unique talents to the stage. Finding Nemo JR. is more than a show — it’s a powerful reminder that everyone belongs and everyone has the ability to shine. Showtimes include 7 p.m. April 17 and 18 and 2 p.m. April 19. The celebration begins early April 17 at 6 p.m. with a special red carpet event. Guests are encouraged to ...

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Tops 1341 Tops 1341 met at the Glenmoor Presbyterian church on Monday, April 6, with Mary Gailey, facilitator, presiding. Marlene Reynolds was the best loser and Dorothy Garn was runner up. They chose pasta and bread as the junk foods for the coming week. The drawing winners were; 50/50 and jackpot, Reynolds; food chart, Gailey; junk food, Chris Plunkett; and weight loss, Cathy Wollam. Wollam and Garn lost three weeks in a row. Wollam also held the travel box for the third week. The monthly winners were Cindy Hays, best loser; Darlene Naukem, runner up; Wollam, exercise; and ...

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THU/4-9 Beloit West Branch Athletic Boosters bingo, booster hall, 26701 U.S. Route 62. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., instant tickets called at 6 p.m., and Jumpin’ Jack ($53 numbers for $1,500) called at 6:45 p.m., followed by regular bingo. Kitchen open, instant tickets and computers available. Info at 330-509-1209. Boardman DARE Singles Group, new member meeting, 7-9 p.m., Boardman United Methodist Church; information at 330-729-0127 Calcutta Young at Heart, 12:30 p.m., Long’s Run Trinity Presbyterian Church, 15851 Long’s Run Church Road; open to all seniors at no cost; ...

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WED/4-8 Columbiana Columbiana High School Class of 1961, 11:30 a.m., American Legion Post 290 County Columbiana County commissioners, 9 a.m., downtown courthouse, Lisbon. Veterans Service Commission Board meeting, 2 p.m., 7989 Dickey Drive, Suite 1 Area Singles, 6 p.m., Pondi’s in Lisbon Hanoverton United school board, 5:30 p.m., media center Lisbon Free Family Search Center, 6-8 p.m., Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 7250 Lisbon Road; information at 330-271-1661. New Waterford Crestview school board, 4 p.m., high school cafeteria Salem Salem High ...

Utica Shale Academy finalist for Future Forward Schools Prize

SALINEVILLE – The Utica Shale Academy is in contention for a national funding award that highlights forward-thinking methods for career exploration. The Salineville-based community school is among 10 finalists across the U.S. to potentially receive the Future Forward Schools Prize, a three-year national initiative recognizing middle and high schools that engage youth early in preparing for future careers. According to its website, Building Hope is a national nonprofit that supports the growth and success of innovative schools, and it partnered with Britebound (formerly American ...

ELHS Alumni Association holds March board meeting, plans year of events

EAST LIVERPOOL — The East Liverpool High School Alumni Association (ELHSAA) convened its March 2026 board meeting on Thursday, March 26, at the alumni center, welcoming new members and outlining a full calendar of upcoming events. During the meeting, Andrea Adkins, who had been nominated ...