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Beaver Local board recognizes bus driver who assisted in dog attack

LISBON — A Beaver Local school bus driver was recognized for her bravery by the Board of Education this month for her actions during an emergency situation she witnessed near Lake Tomahawk in May. District Superintendent Eric Lowe said that bus driver Amber May’s quick thinking and courage during the emergency was heroic. “May assisted an individual who was being attacked by dogs, helping the victim reach safety until emergency responders arrived. Members of the district’s transportation department and other community members also assisted at the scene,” Lowe ...

United Quilt Guild set for biennial show this weekend

SALEM — Quilt making expertise will be on display Friday and Saturday at the United Quilt Guild’s 14th Biennial Quilt Show. This year’s show will be held at the Salem Centerplex located at 1028 N. Ellsworth Ave. on Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ...

On the calendar

THU/6-18 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 (50 numbers for $1,500) called at 6:45 p.m., followed by regular bingo. In honor of Father’s Day, gifts will be given out. There will be a bake sale, so no desserts will be sold in the kitchen, but there will be food and beverages available for purchase. Instant tickets and computers available. Info at 330-509-1209. Boardman DARE Singles Group, Strawberry Social Night, 7-9 p.m., Boardman United Methodist Church, 6809 ...

Salem City Health District to host resource fair Saturday

SALEM — The Salem City Health District will hold its fifth annual Health Resource Fair Saturday. The fair will be held in Waterworth Memorial Park from 10 a.m. through 2 p.m. Saturday, coinciding with the annual Art in the Park festival, presented by Myers Family Insurance. Health Commissioner Chelsea Clark said that the fair would be held in a new location within the park by the Sunset Boulevard parking lot near the dog park and nature trail. The resource fair is set to feature free activities and lunch for kids, and tables from 12 service providers offering medical and wellness ...

Wellsville Community Block Party

The Wellsville Community Foundation and Elks Lodge hosted the annual Community Block Party Friday evening on Riverside Avenue outside the Elks Lodge. Organized as a way to bring the community together, the free family friendly event featured food trucks, drinks, a bounce house, face painting, ...

Community Briefs

Madison Township road to remain closed Cream Ridge Road in Madison Township will remain closed through June 26 from state Route 7 to Glenn Road for a culvert pipe replacement. Columbiana County Park District board meeting The Columbiana County Park District board will meet in special session at 5:30 p.m. Monday at the park office, 130 Maple St., Lisbon. Agenda items to be discussed and possibly voted upon are review of financial reports, draft budget for the year of 2027, estimate for roof repairs of the park office and hiring of a second seasonal maintenance worker. For any questions ...