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Commissioners approve property tax relief

Local News June 25, 2026

LISBON — Columbiana County commissioners agreed Wednesday to give taxpayers who own and occupy their homes a break of 2.5 % on next year’s property tax bill. That’s on top of what state legislators recently approved to increase the owner occupancy credit. “It may not be a lot of relief, but it’s some relief,” Commissioner Tim Ginter said. The vote was unanimous, with all three commissioners voting yes. “We were blessed with some opportunities, some tools the legislature gave us, and we exercised those today. It hopefully will help,” Commissioner Mike Halleck ...

Salem BOE approves move to Northeast 8, Quakers to play out EBC football contract

Local News June 25, 2026

SALEM — The board of education approved a membership agreement to join the Northeast 8 Conference in 2027 in its June 15 meeting. The board of education voted unanimously to approve an agreement to join the conference with membership participation set to begin in the 2027-2028 school year. Treasurer Mike Douglas said the district had been accepted into the Northeast 8 for all sports except football, and that the conference includes many districts that Salem already schedules against. “Being in a conference isn’t just about winning championships. It also gives our student ...

West Branch school board hires new treasurer

Local News June 24, 2026

BELOIT – The West Branch school board has hired a new treasurer. The board recently approved a five-year contract to Lucas Cooper effective Aug. 1 at $104,040 annually. Cooper most recently served as treasurer for the Columbiana County Educational Service Center (CCESC), where he managed financial operations, oversaw state and federal funding, and worked closely with school leaders to promote fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability. According to Superintendent Matthew Manley, Cooper brings a strong background in school finance, strategic planning and fiscal ...

St. Paul LCBA Trunk to Treasure Bake Sale is Saturday

Local News June 24, 2026

The annual Trunk to Treasure Bake Sale will be held Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors will be selling and baked goods will be available in the parking lot behind St. Paul School and St. Paul Church along East Pershing Street, Salem. Food and beverages will be available for vendors and ...

West Branch Local Schools Honor Rolls

Local News June 24, 2026

Fourth Quarter All As Third Grade: George Auckerman, Elaina Bailey, Landon Berube, Caroline Blile, Samantha Bowman, Jared Brown, Cade Burton, Brody Campbell, Lucas Coker, Kira Curtis, Jett Dawes, Emmalyn Ferguson, Gavin Fugate, Sterling Harris, Luka Herron, Logan Hill, Randall Howell, Rowan James, Gianna Kiko, Emelia Lozoya, Luke Martin, Robert Masincupp, Mallory Mumaw, Selena Rothbrust, Avery Sabella, Jett Sanor, Kinsley Sego, Conner Simons, Daphne Sparks, Leah Stryffeler, Juan Womack Fourth Grade: Nora Baker, Odin Bardo, Ellie Lou Basalla, Kruz Black, Dakota Blaine, Juliette ...

New Waterford to sell its ambulances

Local News June 24, 2026

NEW WATERFORD — The village has decided to sell its two ambulances. Council this month approved a motion to put the ambulances up for sale by sealed bid. Village Mayor Shane Patrone said the ambulances were originally purchased from funds used for Fire and EMS and therefore any money received from their sale will go back into those funds. The ambulances are no longer needed due to the village halting its EMS services for now due to lack of funding and manpower. The decision to temporarily suspend the ambulance service was made by council in April. In other matters during the ...