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Controversy surrounds Hanni-Rudzik race

Local News October 30, 2026

YOUNGSTOWN -- The race for an open seat on Ohio’s 7th District Court of Appeals has been an intriguing one, with both candidates making headlines in their own way. Republican Mark Hanni is trying to extend his tenure on the court by seeking a different seat on the panel. Plenty of drama also surrounded his primary campaign. His opponent is Democrat Katherine Rudzik of Poland, the Mahoning County Clerk of Courts’ chief deputy clerk under embattled Clerk of Courts Michael P. Ciccone, who entered the race as a write-in candidate in the May primary after no other Democrat ...

Lisbon council to seeks bids for pool repair

Local News October 30, 2026

LISBON — Lisbon Village Council agreed during a special meeting Thursday night to advertise for bids for the repair of the Sadie Van Fossan swimming pool, specifically for installation of a new PVC membrane lining system. The motion was brought up by Councilwoman Melissa Hiner, who is also council president, and seconded by Councilman Zachary Smith, with the vote 4-0 to approve the resolution authorizing the village to advertise for bids. Councilman Joe Morenz and Councilwoman Susan Temple were unable to attend. For well over a year now, council has been talking about the pool and ...

Residents voice concerns at JEDD hearing in East Palestine

Local News October 30, 2026

EAST PALESTINE — A public hearing for the Joint Economic Development District (JEDD) between East Palestine and Unity Township was well attended this week, with village officials fielding questions about what exactly a JEDD would mean for residents. The primary concern voiced among residents who turned out for the meeting involved the proposed sanitary sewer line along Howell Avenue, which is part of the broader utility expansion toward state Route 14. “The utility expansion and proposed Joint Economic Development District are related initiatives, but neither is dependent on the ...

Community Briefs

Local News October 30, 2026

Museum of Ceramics ‘The Holiday Table’ Tablescape Contest and Exhibit EAST LIVERPOOL — The Museum of Ceramics is officially inviting decorators, designers, and holiday enthusiasts to participate in its upcoming seasonal exhibit, “The Holiday Table” tablescape contest. Participants are encouraged to bring their most festive holiday or uniquely themed visions to life using local ware. The contest aims to celebrate the region’s rich industrial heritage by showcasing classic East Liverpool wares, historical pieces, and contemporary local ceramics. Designers may enter up to ...

East Liverpool Board of Education approves multiple personnel

Local News October 30, 2026

EAST LIVERPOOL — The East Liverpool Board or Education unanimously approved multiple motions regarding district personnel during the Oct. 22 meeting. Board members approved six classified substitutes, 14 supplemental employees, two classified appointments, and six volunteers. Also, during the personnel portion of the meeting board members approved two memorandums of understanding with the East Liverpool Education Association – one for recall rights following a reduction in force and one for the girls wrestling supplemental positions, both to comply with Ohio laws. An agreement ...

THE COURTS

Court News October 30, 2026

Common Pleas NEW CASES NewRez LLC, Greenville, S.C., vs. Benjamin L. Bailey, Cherry Street, Homeworth, et al.; mortgage foreclosure sought for Cherry Street, Homeworth property. MidFirst Bank, Oklahoma City, Okla., vs. Nykolas Pelley, Princeton Avenue, East Liverpool, et al.; mortgage foreclosure sought for Columbiana County property. DOCKET ENTRIES County Treasurer vs Riverview Equity, LLC, et al.; bankruptcy stay lifted, case reinstated, land ordered sold. County Treasurer vs. Clinton W. Hughes, et al.; delinquent property tax foreclosure ordered for Chester Avenue, ...