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Former police officer hospitalized, not competent to stand trial

LISBON — Former police officer Matthew Elser, accused of allegedly making threats against a judge, the prosecutor’s office and three others, was recently ordered hospitalized after being found not competent to stand trial. Elser, 45, Market Street, Columbiana, appeared this week in ...

Renewed fighting tests Gaza ceasefire and Israel briefly halts aid

JERUSALEM (AP) — Gaza's fragile ceasefire faced its first major test Sunday as Israeli forces launched a wave of deadly strikes, saying Hamas militants had killed two soldiers, and an Israeli security official said the transfer of aid into the territory was halted. The military later said ...

CCCTC to host fifth annual middle school career exploration event

LISBON — The Columbiana County Career and Technical Center (CCCTC) will be hosting its fifth annual middle school career exploration event with a fun twist for Halloween on Thursday, Oct. 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the CCCTC located at 9364 state Route 45. The CCCTC is kicking off its ...

Chamber recognizes four area women for outstanding contributions to community

EAST LIVERPOOL — The River Valley Chamber of Commerce recognized four area women for their outstanding contributions to local communities during its Ladies Luncheon Wednesday at the East Liverpool Country Club. Recognized were Denise Taylor, Lisa Moore Smith, Paula Vaughn, all of East ...

SL Board of Education approves fiscal report

SALINEVILLE — The Southern Local Board of Education has approved its five-year financial forecast and Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations, setting a positive outlook for the district’s financial future. District Treasurer Greg Sabbato presented a detailed 20-page fiscal report outlining ...