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Local News July 27, 2026

Lepper Library upcoming events LISBON — Lepper Library will host the following upcoming events: Summer Reading Finale Today 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dr. Dave (Whiz Bang) presents the World of Dinosaurs Science Finale. Following the program, prizes will be awarded and then pizza from Italo’s will be served on the front lawn. Participants will also choose a free book for participating in the Summer Reading Program. All readers of all ages are welcome. Visit the libary at the Columbiana County Fair Wednesday, Aug. 5, noon to 1 p.m. Find library personnel at the fair for a special ...

On the calendar

Local News July 27, 2026

MON/7-27 East Liverpool Free Shared Blessings Community Luncheon, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., St. John Lutheran Church, 400 Hill Blvd.; dine-in only Preschool Story Time, 6 p.m., Carnegie Public Library Community Room East Palestine Toddler Play Group, 11 a.m., East Palestine Library Eagles kitchen open 4-8 p.m., hamburger gravy with mashed potatoes and vegetable, $9; 330-886-0397 Public Hearing in reference to alley vacation on the former Jasar property, 6:30 p.m., municipal building Village council, 7 p.m., municipal building Lisbon Free Family Search Center, 10 a.m.-noon, Church of ...

Man sentenced for impaired driving has case remanded to trial court

Local News July 25, 2026

LISBON — A man sentenced to prison last year for allegedly being impaired during a 2023 crash which seriously injured a woman is out of jail after an appeals court agreed his blood sample wasn’t refrigerated properly. Christopher C. Mele, 66, Lucretia Lane, Columbiana, appeared for a status hearing Friday in Columbiana County Common Pleas Court with his defense attorney David Betras before Judge Megan Bickerton. The case was remanded back to the trial court after the recent ruling by the Seventh District Court of Appeals. A new trial date was set for 9 a.m. Oct. 13 in Common ...

Salem Summer Concert Series to feature Full Circle Sunday

Local News July 25, 2026

Full Circle, known for playing Southern and classic rock, will make their Salem Summer Concert Series debut Sunday at Waterworth Memorial Park. The concert will start at 6 p.m., and admission is free. Jim’s Roadhouse Burgers and Beef is returning with sandwiches and sides, while Totally ...

POLICE

Police News July 25, 2026

Salem — Juveniles were reported in Centennial Park after hours at 10:25 p.m. Thursday. Officers advised the juveniles of the park hours and that they needed to leave for the evening. — While on the scene of a separate incident officers heard screaming in the 500 block of Walnut Street at 10:01 p.m. Thursday. Officers located an intoxicated man arguing with their significant other and they were advised to keep the noise down and issued a warning for disorderly conduct. — A hit and skip where a vehicle struck a cyclist was reported at 9:47 p.m. Thursday. Officers checked the ...

MCCTC Adult Career Center to host Enrollment Open House

Local News July 25, 2026

CANFIELD — The MCCTC Adult Career Center invites prospective students and community members to attend its Enrollment Open House beginning at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 30, at the Adult Career Center, 7300 N. Palmyra Road. Guests will have the opportunity to tour the campus, speak with student services staff, and learn about financial aid and other funding options that can help make career training more affordable. The open house also highlights an exciting milestone for the adult career center as construction continues on its new Medical Wellness and Education Center, expanding more ...