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US and Iran dig in and ramp up threats as war rages with no end in sight

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran's attacks on oil infrastructure and pledges to choke off a vital waterway left markets on edge Tuesday as the United States promised blistering new strikes. The war entered its 11th day with no end in sight as its effects were felt across the Middle ...

New hearing set for alleged driver in 2021 East Liverpool murder

LISBON —The man identified as the alleged driver involved in the 2021 murder of Brycen Douglas in East Liverpool had his March 18 jury trial canceled, with a new status hearing set for 10:20 a.m. April 27. Travis W. Kidder, 26, Bradshaw Avenue, East Liverpool, had his appearance waived ...

Salem native has first children’s book published

SALEM — A Salem native has published their first children’s book.  Chelsea Fraser, who writes under the pseudonym Chelsea Lena, released her debut children’s book “My Amsterdam Day” in July. “My Amsterdam Day” tells the story of a young girl named Betsy as she explores ...

Southern Community Center of Salineville launches GoFundMe

SALINEVILLE — The Southern Community Center of Salineville finds itself in the bit of a conundrum. For decades, the non-profit has overseen a food pantry for residents of Salineville, Southern Local school district, the Utica Shale and Indian Academy (online). However, recently its primary ...

On the calendar

TUE/3-10 Alliance Mar10 Party, a celebration of National Mario Day, 4 p.m., Rodman Public Library; for ages 7 to 15; register at rodmanlibrary.com Beloit United Quilt Guild Sew and Social, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., West Branch Booster Hall, 26701 U.S. Route 62; bring sewing machine and snacks, all ...

Hanover Township VFD Easter egg hunt

Hanover Township Volunteer Fire Department will hold its inaugural Easter egg hunt Saturday, April 4, at its new fire station on Chestnut Lane. The event, which is organized by the department’s assistant fire chief Tim Wood and the community outreach committee, is excited about the hunt, ...

ELHS students dominate Junior Achievement Titan Competition

EAST LIVERPOOL East Liverpool High School students are celebrating an outstanding performance at the Junior Achievement (JA) Titan Competition held at Youngstown State University. Potter teams earned first place and nearly swept the top four spots. The JA Titan Competition is a high-impact ...

11th Annual Dr. Seuss Program

Leetonia Exempted Village School District’s first-grade students performed at the 11th Annual Dr. Seuss Program March 2 in the cafetorium, presenting 10 adaptations of Dr. Seuss’ books. “Cat in the Hat.”

Idora Park Experience now open

YOUNGSTOWN –  The Idora Park Experience is now open at the Tyler History Center. This exhibit highlights some of the stories and memories from the beloved Mahoning Valley landmark, Idora Park, and the work of Jim and Toni Amey. Jim and Toni Amey didn’t set out to start a museum, but ...