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Former Salem wrestling coach under investigation

Local News November 6, 2026

SALEM—A former Salem High School wrestling coach is under investigation for an alleged inappropriate relationship with a student athlete. Detective Brad Davis said that the Salem Police Department was notified of a possible inappropriate relationship between an adult and a juvenile in June. He said that after receiving the report, the department notified the school district and Columbiana County Children Services, and that the department is continuing to investigate the report. While Davis said he could not provide any further details due to the ongoing status of the case, he did ...

Mrs. Charlie Mae Scott to turn 103

Local News November 6, 2026

On Nov. 7, 2026, Mrs. Charlie Mae Scott will be 103 years loved and living in her new home at Calcutta Health Care Center, an Inspira Health Group facility. She says it’s lovely. From the words of Laura Regis...Every little blessing is far too precious to ever forget to say Thank You. With that said, Charlie Mae would like to thank the staff at Calcutta Health Care Center and her doctor, Mohinder P. Singh, who has never forgotten about her and the caring connection of the Valley Hospice team. Charlie Mae is thankful and blessed to be so well taken care of.

POLICE

Police News November 6, 2026

Sheriff’s Office — A woman on Gavers Road, Hanover Township, reported at 3:32 p.m. Wednesday that her 10-year-old daughter was being unruly, throwing things and striking family members. Upon arrival, the juvenile was fine and a deputy was not needed. — Improper shooting was reported at 11:04 p.m. Tuesday at a property on state Route 165 in Unity Township where the caller said the neighbor was shooting onto the caller’s property and the bullets had struck some items on the property. The caller advised knowing the person was shooting prior to the damage. A deputy went to the ...

Negotiations continue in alleged theft of donations case

Local News November 6, 2026

LISBON — Another status hearing has been set for 1:15 p.m. Dec. 17 in the case against Amanda M. Kiger and River Valley Organizing for the alleged theft of charitable donations as both sides continue to negotiate. “We are moving towards a resolution of this matter,” Kiger’s defense attorney, T. Robert Bricker said Thursday. Bricker and Associate Assistant Attorney General H. Lee Crumrine, who works for the Ohio Attorney General’s office and is representing the state, spoke briefly with Columbiana County Common Pleas Court Judge Scott Washam prior to the hearing on the ...

THE COURTS

Court News November 6, 2026

Common Pleas NEW CASES Capital One, N.A., Richmond, Va., vs. Velma R. Nemeth, Darner Road, Lisbon; collection sought of alleged $16,738 debt. Grange Indemnity Insurance Company, Columbus, vs. David E. Campbell, Park Way, East Liverpool; collection sought of $6,987 paid to insured for 2024 traffic crash. American Express National Bank, Independence, vs. Vitalii Sivokhin, Fisher Road, Calcutta; collection sought of alleged $10,557 debt. U.S. Bank Trust National Association, Fort Washington, Pa., vs. Josalyn Crookston, Dyke Road, Negley, et al.; mortgage foreclosure sought for ...

Community Briefs

Local News November 6, 2026

PERI Jefferson County Public Employees Retirement Initiative (PERI) Jefferson County unit will meet at 11 a.m. Nov. 11 at Scaffidi’s Restaurant, Venetian Room, 350 S. Hollywood Blvd., Steubenville. Guest speaker will be veteran Barry Bardone, who will discuss veterans topics; members on the former Columbiana and Harrison county chapters are invited to attend. East Liverpool Elks Bingo and Chinese Auction Elks Lodge #258 in East Liverpool will host a Bingo and Chinese Auction Sunday sponsored by Veterans Committee. Doors open at 2 p.m., Early Bird 3 p.m., Bingo 4 p.m.; 6 Card Packs ...