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Salem BOE approves move to Northeast 8, Quakers to play out EBC football contract

SALEM — The board of education approved a membership agreement to join the Northeast 8 Conference in 2027 in its June 15 meeting. The board of education voted unanimously to approve an agreement to join the conference with membership participation set to begin in the 2027-2028 school year. Treasurer Mike Douglas said the district had been accepted into the Northeast 8 for all sports except football, and that the conference includes many districts that Salem already schedules against. “Being in a conference isn’t just about winning championships. It also gives our student ...

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THU/6-25 Beloit West Branch school board, 4 p.m., high school media room; special meeting to approve insurance and program with Ohio Higher Education 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 (51 numbers or less for $1,500) called at 6:45 p.m. This week will feature computers discounted to $25. Kitchen open, instant tickets and computers available. Info at 330-509-1209. Boardman DARE Singles Group, Music at Boardman Park, 6:30 p.m.; information at 330-729-0127 Calcutta Young ...

Work progressing on Revolutionary War Memorial

EAST LIVERPOOL – After a long overseas journey from India, work is progressing on the Revolutionary War Monument to be erected in East Liverpool on the corner of Sixth and Washington streets. The monument’s foundation has been poured and is ready for the monument to be placed. The ...

Columbiana School District continues upgrades to facilities

COLUMBIANA — Upgrades are ongoing for the Columbiana School District. In addition to the improvements at the Ward Athletic Complex, the district is also continuing to update heating and air conditioning units and is looking into a roofing project. District Superintendent Dr. Don Mook briefed the board on the HVAC and roofing projects this month, after first providing a brief update on the athletic improvements. Mook said the project budget quote for 25-ton modulating air conditioning units at the high school is $691,700 and the estimated start date is Sept. 7. As for new ...

New Waterford to sell its ambulances

NEW WATERFORD — The village has decided to sell its two ambulances. Council this month approved a motion to put the ambulances up for sale by sealed bid. Village Mayor Shane Patrone said the ambulances were originally purchased from funds used for Fire and EMS and therefore any money received from their sale will go back into those funds. The ambulances are no longer needed due to the village halting its EMS services for now due to lack of funding and manpower. The decision to temporarily suspend the ambulance service was made by council in April. In other matters during the ...

West Branch school board hires new treasurer

BELOIT – The West Branch school board has hired a new treasurer. The board recently approved a five-year contract to Lucas Cooper effective Aug. 1 at $104,040 annually. Cooper most recently served as treasurer for the Columbiana County Educational Service Center (CCESC), where he managed financial operations, oversaw state and federal funding, and worked closely with school leaders to promote fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability. According to Superintendent Matthew Manley, Cooper brings a strong background in school finance, strategic planning and fiscal ...