Breaking News

Thanks and Spanks

Thanks & Spanks

THANKS, writes a reader, to a couple at Walmart that paid for my groceries about a month ago when they learned my wallet had been stolen. I wanted their address to repay them, but they insisted they didn't want paid back. What a wonderful kind couple.THANKS, writes a reader, to those responsible for the "holiday" banners hanging along the downtown East Liverpool streets. SPANKS, though, that none of them read "Merry Christmas."THANKS, writes a reader, to Travis Coleman, the young man who helped me on Monday night when I trying to find a home on a dark road. He was so nice to stop and ...

Thanks & Spanks

THANKS, writes a reader, to the Glenmoor Presbyterian Church hand bell choir for the wonderful music that was shared Nov. 15 with the congregation of Longs Run Presbyterian.SPANKS, writes a reader, to coaches at a local high school who announced all the football players at a recent sports award banquet except one player who was a starter this year and also was on the team last year.SPANKS, writes a reader, to the neighbor who stacks his leaves and trash on the edge of his property that allows for the leaves to be blown through his neighbor's yard. THANKS, though, to the 83-year-old ...

Thanks & Spanks

THANKS, writes a reader, to East Liverpool Police Chief John Lane and officer Kelsey Hedrick for taking the time to present a drug awareness program to the Newbold students during red ribbon week. We appreciate you both.THANKS, writes a reader, to the Liverpool Township road crew for doing an outstanding job of repair work on Lee Street.THANKS, writes a reader, to members of Chester City Council for the great job they do. Also, THANKS to the Water, Sewer and Street departments.THANKS, writes a reader, to Ryan Stovall for volunteering his time to DJ at the recent Team Chris children's ...

Thanks Spanks

SPANKS, writes a reader, to an area school district that does not have coaching positions filled, schedules remain incomplete for spring sports, and the athletic director's duties seem to have been placed in the hands of coaches. Those hired to run the athletic department should handle these things.SPANKS, writes a reader, to the local polling location that was so poorly lit that it became a danger navigating the steps to those entering and exiting after dark. SPANKS, also, to the poll worker who talked so loudly it was a distraction to those trying to read the ballots.SPANKS, writes a ...

Thanks & Spanks

Camp Frederick issues a THANKS to Diana Roth's East Palestine High School class that worked at Camp Frederick (in Rogers) for several Thursdays this fall. The students repaired, weeded, swept, cleaned, mopped and painted throughout the camp; their work made possible through a program of Columbiana County Education Service Center and the East Palestine School District. The camp appreciate their help, enthusiasm, and commitment to these projects. Thanks also to the teachers and aides who assisted.THANKS, writes a reader, to the East Liverpool Police Department for its support of the East ...

Thanks Spanks

SPANKS, writes a reader, to elected officials who continue to miss meetings.SPANKS, writes a reader, to the Columbiana County Commissioners who believe they should cover insurance increases for county employees simply because the county can afford it - it's the taxpayers money and can the taxpayers afford it?THANKS, writes a reader, to Todd at East Liverpool City Hospital for his kindness and compassion toward a young girl who had broken her arm.SPANKS, writes a reader, to the crew working on the Ohio River, running heavy equipment after 11 p.m.THANKS, writes a reader, to all those who ...