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Victim in Ohio Avenue fire identified

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EAST LIVERPOOL — The Columbiana County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim of the Ohio Avenue house fire which happened early Tuesday morning as James R Spencer, 62. Coroner Investigator Wade Boley said they had to forensically identify Spencer through fingertips due to the extent of burns on his body. A cause of death has not been determined and is still under investigation. An autopsy will be performed by the Cuyahoga County Coroner’s Office. Boley noted that due to how busy the Cuyahoga County coroner is because they do the autopsies for many counties, he may ...

Greenford Ruritan Club won’t attend Canfield Fair this year

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CANFIELD (WKBN) — After 60 years of pancakes and chicken dinners, the Greenford Ruritan Club will not attend this year’s Canfield Fair. The club made the announcement on social media Wednesday. “The Greenford Ruritan has always been proud to serve our community, and that has only been possible because of the loyalty of our patrons and supporters, and the dedication of our volunteers. We are deeply grateful to everyone who has supported us along the way,” the post said. The club says it remains committed to local scholarships and community programs. The Canfield Fair Board ...

On the calendar

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FRI/8-21 Boardman DARE Singles Group, Card Night at Perkins, 5 p.m.; information at 330-729-0127 Chester Family Care Ministries Annual Yard Sale, 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m., 2860 Pyramus Road Columbiana Good As New Shoppe, Methodist Church, 210 S. Main St., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 50 percent off entire store. Columbiana High School Class of 1960, 11:30 a.m., Columbiana American Legion Historical Society of Columbiana & Fairfield Township Log House Museum open 2-4 p.m. East Liverpool VFW Post 66 Bingo, 6:30 p.m.; 25 cents a card, five cards for a $1, 50 cents coverall; pizza and fresh ...

Crestview kicks off school year with renewed excitement

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COLUMBIANA — The Crestview Local School district kicked off its first day of school on Thursday, and District Superintendent Dan Hill said he is excited for the new school year. Hill spoke about the new school year in his report to the board of education earlier this month. At that time he said the buildings are ready for students after a summer of cleaning and readiness from the maintenance and custodial team. “Mrs. Annette VanHorn has been working hard to implement the bus routes to safely transport our students, and our students have been busy with athletics, band and summer ...

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West Branch FFA officer team retreat BELOIT – The West Branch FFA officer team traveled to Ohio’s Amish Country in June for its annual officer retreat. During the trip, officers participated in several team-building activities that helped them improve communication, problem-solving and teamwork. The officers also spent time reflecting on past FFA events and discussing ways to improve them in the future. They shared ideas, gave feedback and began planning for the upcoming school year. The retreat gave the team a chance to get to know each other better while having fun and ...