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East Palestine settlement checks causing frustration

EAST PALESTINE (WKBN) — A second round of checks has arrived at homes for the East Palestine settlement, but they’re being greeted with skepticism. The fight to be treated fairly continues for Barb Kugler. She received her second voluntary exposure payment, and did not like the wording that came with the check. “If you cash this, you don’t have a right to appeal it at all. That’s in the letter. And if we appeal it, we have to send this check back to them,” Kugler said. The deadline for making that decision is April 14. Kugler has received less than the $10,000 the ...

EYES ON WELLSVILLE EASTER EGG HUNT

The Eyes on Wellsville Easter Egg Hunt was held March 29 at Hammond Park. There were over 125 children who participated in the event. Every child receiving a free hot dog and a bucket full of goodies. They were separated into four age groups and each group was able to find over 1,000 eggs. ...

Liverpool Township fire chief updates trustees on department issues

LIVERPOOL TOWNSHIP - The township fire chief recently provided trustees with an update of several departmental issues. Fire Chief Jacob Russell reported to trustees he has scheduled an appointment with Phoenix Fire Equipment to come fit the firefighters for new protection gear which will be paid for through the grant the department received and matching funds from the township.  Russell also reported a problem with the generator at the fire station not resetting properly and that the two tankers and the two engines are long overdue for oil changes, the tankers which are used the ...

CCBDD recognizes employers at annual dinner

LISBON — March is Developmental Disabilities Month. In recognition of this yearly celebration, the Columbiana County Board of Developmental Disabilities held its annual Employment Appreciation Dinner at the Columbiana County Career and Technical Center on March 10. During this annual event, the board recognizes the many employers throughout the county who provide meaningful employment to individuals with developmental disabilities. Highlighting the evening’s activities was keynote speaker Kitrael Chin, President and Creative Director for Hearts for Music, Inc. The Ohio-based ...

County Board of Developmental Disabilities recognizes direct service providers

LISBON — The Columbiana County Board of Developmental Disabilities recognized three Direct Support Professionals for their dedication and contributions to helping individuals with disabilities lead full and meaningful lives. Rachel Ashby, Daniel Viets and Braden Johnson received DSP Excellence Awards on March 10 during the Board’s annual Employment Recognition Dinner. Provider Compliance and Relations Specialist Carrie Lawton explained that Direct Support Professionals help individuals lead meaningful, self-directed lives and allow them to be active members of their communities. ...