Preliminary hearing changed for former Liverpool Township police chief

July 30, 2026

LISBON — The preliminary hearing in the felony domestic violence case against former Liverpool Township police chief Jayson W. Jackson set for Aug. 3 has been moved to 1 p.m. Aug. 17. Chris Amato, the defense attorney retained by Jackson, requested the new hearing date due to a scheduling conflict. Jackson, 53, Campground Road, Wellsville was charged with a fourth-degree felony domestic violence charge for allegedly punching a woman several times during a domestic which started Sunday night. He was released from the county jail Monday after posting bond, which was set at $30,000 ...

Lisbon man pleads guilty to assault for 2025 Madison Township shooting

July 30, 2026

LISBON — A Lisbon man charged with felonious assault and other counts related to a 2025 shooting in Madison Township will face sentencing at 10 a.m. Aug. 28 in Columbiana County Common Pleas Court after entering a guilty plea. Hunter Congrove, 23, state Route 45, pleaded guilty to felonious assault, a second-degree felony, a firearm specification and tampering with evidence, a third-degree felony. A first-degree felony charge of kidnapping will be dismissed. He had been scheduled for a jury trial, but entered the plea instead. According to a county sheriff’s report, the ...

On the calendar

July 30, 2026

THU/7-30 Beloit West Branch Athletic Boosters bingo, booster hall, 26701 U.S. Route 62; doors open at 4:30 p.m., early tickets called at 6 p.m., and Jumpin’ Jack (56 numbers or less for $1,500) called at 6:45 p.m., followed by regular bingo. This week features computers for $25. Also, now through August, any player bringing in a school supply will receive a free 3-on with admission purchase. Info at 330-509-1209. Boardman DARE Singles Group, Birthday Night at the church, 7-9 p.m.; information at 330-729-0127 Canfield MCCTC Adult Career Center Enrollment Open House, 6 p.m., ...

Community Briefs

July 30, 2026

Shawshank Redemption screening at Waterworth Memorial The Salem Parks Commission will host a screening of The Shawshank Redemption Saturday at the Waterworth Memorial Park Bandshell as part of the America 250 celebration and Ohio Goes to the Movies. Food and snacks will be available starting at 8 p.m., with the movie starting at dusk. State Route 9 daily closure State Route 9 between Brussel and Arbor roads will be closed from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Aug. 3 through 7 for culvert maintenance work. Detour will be state Route 171 west to state Route 43 north, state Route 43 north to state ...

Tuition Mission Foundation announces 2026 – 2027 scholarships

July 30, 2026

EAST LIVERPOOL — Tri-State Area Tuition Mission Foundation (TMF) President Jackman S. Vodrey has announced the 2026 – 2027 tuition awards. TMF is awarding $181,000 to 22 area students. The top award was $10,000, which 12 of the 22 recipients were awarded. TMF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable foundation which was launched in 1962 as the Tri-State Area Citizens’ Scholarship Foundation. Since 1992, 100% of donated funds have been put directly into tuition awards — though since 2018, some investment income has been used to help cover a portion of overhead costs. In addition ...

Kent State East Liverpool invites groups to be part of 9-11 Remembrance event

July 30, 2026

EAST LIVERPOOL — Kent State University at East Liverpool is planning a community event to honor the service and sacrifice of first responders, while remembering the events of Sept. 11, 2001. The Never Forget – Community Remembrance will take place Sept. 10 on the East Liverpool Campus from 4 to 7 p.m. The day will include displays of local emergency vehicles, free refreshments, interactive demonstrations, information tables, family-friendly activities and an American Red Cross blood drive. First responders will be recognized and receive remembrance pins. While details of the ...