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East Palestine school board seeking income tax

EAST PALESTINE — The East Palestine School District is asking voters to support a 1 percent continuous earned income tax levy on Nov. 3. The district said that despite receiving roughly $2.2 million in grant funding over the years, and while reducing expenses, managing the overall financial situation requires additional funding. According to the district, the purpose of the levy is to provide a stable source of revenue to help maintain its operations. Information about the ballot measure has been made available to the public on the district’s website, myepschools.org under the ...

Ohio AG candidates accent experience at YSU debate

YOUNGSTOWN – The two candidates for attorney general — Democrat John Kulewicz and Republican Keith Faber — said for Ohio voters, the choice comes down to experience. The two debated Monday at Youngstown State University with the Youngstown Press Club hosting and Tony Paglia, the ...

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Sheriff’s Office — A woman on Speidel Road, West Township reported at 8:42 p.m. Tuesday that a gray or white truck was parked just off of the roadway west of her driveway. Upon a deputy arriving, the vehicle was gone. — An employee of Dollar General, U.S. Route 62, Knox Township, reported at 6:46 p.m. Tuesday that an unknown male entered the store and walked out without paying for multiple items. — A juvenile-related report was taken at a residence on Pancake-Clarkson Road, Middleton Township after a deputy was dispatched at 5:53 p.m. Tuesday. The report was sent to ...

Lisbon Seniors Honor Teachers with Special Tribute

Senior football players and cheerleaders at Lisbon’s David Anderson High School recently honored the educators who have impacted them the most. “My Jersey, Your Impact” is a special tradition at DAHS and an expression of gratitude to teachers, coaches, and staff who have supported the ...

Diocese approves proposals to close two Columbiana County worship sites

YOUNGSTOWN - The Diocese of Youngstown has approved proposals to close Our Lady of Lourdes Church in East Palestine and St. Patrick Church in Leetonia. Changing demographics, fewer priests, aging buildings and financial challenges have impacted each parish’s means for mission. On Nov. 29, 2025, The Most Reverend David J. Bonnar, Bishop of Youngstown, announced the merger of St. Jude, Our Lady of Lourdes and St. Patrick parishes in the Columbiana County Deanery. The community formed Saint Carlo Acutis Parish. However, over the last year, Our Lady of Lourdes and St. Patrick ...