Several animals die in Salem house fire

September 3, 2026

SALEM — A Salem house fire Wednesday afternoon resulted in the death of several animals. According to a Facebook post by the Salem Fire Department, the department responded to a house fire in the 800 block of Highland Avenue, finding heavy smoke in the rear of the structure. In a separate post by the Columbiana County Humane Society, agent Fabian Pike confirmed there were a total of seven animals on site. Three dogs were saved while four cats perished. The Salem Police Department transported the dogs to a local animal hospital for treatment. “The true heroes in this situation ...

Salem council honors longtime police officer on retirement

September 3, 2026

SALEM — City council honored the service of the Salem’s longest serving officer as he enters retirement. During its meeting Tuesday, council unanimously approved a resolution commending Lt. Dave Casto for his 36 years of dedicated service to the Salem Police Department from Jan. 20, ...

Sebring’s B.L. Miller Elementary students start school with a splash

September 3, 2026

SEBRING — Dozens of B.L. Miller Elementary students didn’t begin their school year in typical fashion. Over 60 students enjoyed an afternoon of swimming at the Alliance YMCA as a reward for completing a summer workbook challenge. Teachers and Nichole Hanley, principal of B.L. Miller ...

Robb Blasdel recognizes Crestview High School student selected for Ohio House Art Exhibition

September 3, 2026

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Monica Robb Blasdel (R-New Waterford) has recognized Chloe Todd, a Crestview High School student whose artwork was selected to be included in the House of Representatives High School Student Art Exhibition. “The House High School Student Art Exhibition is a ...

Scouts of America Troop 2012 celebrates achievement, advancement and leadership at Court of Honor

September 3, 2026

EAST LIVERPOOL — Scouts, families, leaders and supporters gathered Monday evening at the East Liverpool Community Center for a special Scouts of America Troop 2012 Court of Honor, celebrating a year of achievement, service, leadership and advancement. Troop 2012, chartered by Longs Run ...

Community Briefs

September 3, 2026

Columbiana High School Class of ‘61 lunch canceled Columbiana High School Class of 1961 has canceled the lunch gathering for September. The date of the monthy luncheon at the American Legion conflicts with the set-up activity for the annual Street Fair that week. The October luncheon will retrm to the usual schedule of the second Wednesday of each month. Wellsville Public Library programs The Wellsville Public Library will host “Paint with T” from 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 17. Registration is required; $30 (cash only). The library will also host Camp in a Box: Dream Big , which will ...