U.S. Rep. Michael Rulli failed to timely disclose 22 stock trades, including those dating back to late 2024, in violation of a federal law designed to prevent insider trading by members of Congress. Rulli, R-Salem,…
Elections board certifies November ballot, including new money levies
LISBON — The Nov. 3 general election ballot will include issues for four additional tax levies and an additional income…
State representative wants to include horses in felony animal cruelty
LISBON — State Rep. Monica Robb Blasdel, R-New Waterford, announced Wednesday that she introduced the Ohio Equestrian Protection Act to…
Boil order in effective in Leetonia for water main repairs
LEETONIA — A boil order will be in effect beginning today for water main repairs. A boil order is set…
Head of scheme that stole millions, including from Salem man, to be sentenced
SALEM — Shreyas Baldevbhai Chaudhary, 25, who is from the Republic of India, will be sentenced at 10 a.m. today…
Goshen Township trustees approve mutual aid police contract with Perry Township
GOSHEN TOWNSHIP — Goshen Townshp trustees approved a new mutual aid contract for the police department in its meeting Tuesday.…
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Local Sports
CRESTVIEW RETURNING LETTERMEN
CALCUTTA — Beaver Local knocked off Steubenville 156-174 in a boys golf match Wednesday at Turkana…
Stewart's 6-under par leads Beavers
OUTDOOR VOLLEYBALL THIS WEEKEND GREENFORD — South Range will host "The Battle on Turf" outdoor volleyball…
SPORTS BRIEFING
LABRAE BESTS REBELS CALCUTTA — LaBrae defeated Crestview 157-183 in a boys golf match Tuesday at…
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Editorials
America at 250: A reminder that all are created equal
As our country celebrates not just any Independence Day, but the 250th anniversary of one of the boldest declarations in human history, the festivities give us an excellent opportunity to look back on two-and-a-half centuries of this American experiment and check ourselves against what the founders hoped they were setting in motion. Draped in…
On behalf of the volunteers at the Salem Community Pantry and the Shoppers we serve, I…
Thanking those who contributed to Stamp Out Hunger
Society has given teachers increasingly greater responsibility for our children over the past decade or two…
Teachers learning to identify mental health needs of students
Ohio has done an excellent job supporting high school students looking to get a jump on…
Not all career-technical credentials created equal
Ohio News
OSU names provost as new president after predecessor's abrupt resignation
COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio State elevated its chief academic officer to president Thursday, acting swiftly to move past the abrupt resignation of former President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr. following revelations about his “inappropriate relationship” with the female host of a podcast for military veterans. Trustees voted unanimously to appoint Executive Vice President and Provost…
COLUMBUS — The Ohio State University Board of Trustees has accepted President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr.’s…
OSU president resigns over ‘inappropriate relationship’
(AP) — Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase has been placed on non-disciplinary paid leave as part of…
Guardians closer Clase placed on leave; part of betting probe
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has signed a two-year, $60 billion operating budget that flattens the state’s…
DeWine signs tax bill
National News
Defense in Charlie Kirk's killing say shooter should not get death penalty, hit 'intended target'
Federal safety agency issues final report into 2025 blast that killed 2 at Pennsylvania steel plant
Deadline passes for Rep. Max Miller to be replaced on Ohio ballot as he faces domestic abuse claims
NFL teams have new or revamped stadiums planned for every year between now and 2031
Letters to the Editor
Action requested to address dangerous intersection in Perry Township
Editor's Note: The following is a letter submitted to the Columbiana County commissioners and state Rep. Monica Robb-Blasdel. For years I have lived at the four-way intersection of state Route 344 and Cunningham Road in Perry Township. Sitting at the table, I see accidents all the time. A recent head-on, car versus semi disaster…
Grateful for downtown Lisbon veterans banners
Act like citizens instead of sports fans
Suggestions in response to Firestone Park: Postings in the Park column
Obituaries
Kay Pridemore
1940-2026 NEGLEY – Eleanor Kay Pridemore, 86, of Negley, died Monday. Born on June 8, 1940, the late William W. and Estella E. Glenn Wright, she was raised by the late John and Eleanor Glenn Laughlin. Dawson Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. 8/12/26