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THANKS, writes a reader, to the late Jack Clutter for the dedication of time, work and money to make the Broadway Wharf a nice place to visit. We hope his friends, who helped along the way, continue to do the same. Rest in peace Jack — you deserve to. The Hancock County Museum sends a THANKS to the sponsors of its 5th annual Car Show and Bake Sale, which was a great success: Auto Zone, NAPA and Tender Touch Car Wash, all of Weirton; Rock Springs Auto Parts of Chester; and the CVBC. THANKS to Lonny Boyles, who did a great job as DJ, as well as those who entered their cars and supported ...

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SPANKS, writes a reader, to motorists who don’t know what a blinking red traffic light means at Fifth and Main streets in Wellsville. You have to stop and look both ways before proceeding through the intersection. You don’t keep driving without stopping. THANKS, writes a reader, to the volunteers and the community who continue to support the ELHS Alumni Association’s drive-thru dinners. Your help is much appreciated. Dinners will resume in September. SPANKS, writes a reader, to motorists complaining about the traffic cameras used by area police departments. If drivers do not ...

Thanks & Spanks

SPANKS, writes a reader, to East Liverpool and Wellsville officials for holding their citizens hostage with traffic cams in order to get money. SPANKS, too, for buying real estate with citizen’s tax money. THANKS, writes a reader, to the man who paid for my items at Walmart. This past Tuesday afternoon, while checking out, I found I had left my credit card at home. The very nice cashier held my order while I returned home to get my card. Upon returning, the cashier greeted me and told me the gentleman directly behind me in line had paid for all my items. What a wonderful gesture! I ...

Thanks & Spanks

THANKS, writes a reader, to the Vietnam veterans and the Tri-State Burial Group for the services they provided during a recent funeral I attended. It was a wonderful service as they honored one of their own. THANKS, writes a reader, to East Liverpool firefighters Dave Edgell and Josh Hissom for coming to my home when I smelled a burning odor in the kitchen. They arrived quickly and found the problem, putting my mind at ease. I can’t thank them enough. We are lucky to have local fire departments that care about the community. THANKS, writes a reader, to the veterans who conducted Tag ...

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SPANKS, writes a reader, to an area exercise facility for its very poor customer service. After calling to confirm and schedule lessons, and making other arrangements based on that schedule, the facility changed its schedule without notice. The director and staff must not care or understand how parents need to plan. I received little to no sympathy, only attitude. They have lost my business. SPANKS, writes a reader, to those who are responsible for patching the pot holes (craters) at the entrance/exit of Summit Square Plaza in Calcutta. THANKS, writes a reader, to the East Liverpool ...

Thanks & Spanks

SPANKS, writes a reader, to the city of East Liverpool for permitting police officers outside their cruisers on busy roadways to capture speeding motorists with a traffic cam as part of the new program. THANKS, writes a reader, to the Chester Arts and Garden club, Chester Lions, Oak Glen National Honor Society, Chester Beautification members and all volunteers who helped at the “Make It Shine” community cleanup April 22 in Chester. The park looks great and your hard work is appreciated. THANKS, writes a reader, to that small First Church of Christ congregation in Newell, as they ...