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A big ‘thank you’ from an East Palestine resident

To the editor: This letter again is about the February 3rd train accident in East Palestine although it might be slightly different than some others. My family has lived in East Palestine for a long time and I chose to raise my children here after living away during their early years because of the sense of community and family. I want to say thank you to all who have been involved in this tragic event from the beginning. Thank you so much to ALL the first responders who came to help the night it happened not knowing what they were responding to. Thank you to the ones who worked ...

Urges community support of school levy

To the editor: As an active and involved citizen, parent, and community volunteer with the Salem City School district and proud alumnus of the SHS Class of 1982, I am writing in complete and unequivocal support of the proposed May 2nd bond levy initiative that will provide for the future construction of a new K-8 campus for the students of Salem. While the district showcases one of the most “proficient and skilled team of building maintenance professionals in the area,” the ever-present mechanical and structural challenges brought forth by far-exceeding individual building life ...

Ban enacted on private property owners is restrictive

To the editor: At the recent public hearing held by the Columbiana County Commissioners regarding a ban on construction of large solar facilities and large wind farms in the unincorporated parts of seven townships in the county, Commissioner Weigle brought up my longtime support of the work of Western Reserve Land Conservancy. He stated that 898 acres of land in the county is controlled by the Conservancy and that solar panels cannot be placed on that land. That statement is very true. Most of those parcels of land have a conservation easement on them, and for good reason. They are in ...

Encourages senior citizens to support school levy

To the editor: As a senior citizen living in Salem for over 50 years, I can fully appreciate the time my children spent in Salem City Schools. Today, they are successful citizens in their own communities, bringing with them many talents and successes they were given and taught while attending school here in our community. Today, I wish to speak to the seniors living in Salem who have a chance to continue to offer this opportunity to others who will take our places in our community. We give of ourselves and continue to be rewarded by those many individuals who follow in our own ...

Business owner supports school levy

To the editor: As an owner of one of Salem’s largest companies which designs and builds heavy machinery, I am writing to endorse the upcoming ballot measure to fund construction of a new school in Salem. I believe this levy is essential for attracting a much needed workforce, improving the growth and success of our community, and it will benefit not just our children but also our local economy. At Butech Bliss, we require highly educated and skilled employees who can be difficult to find and convince to come live in our town. We’ve recruited individuals from across the country and ...

Expressing support for Salem Schools

To the editor: We write today to voice our immense support for the City of Salem, Salem City Schools, and the proposed new K-8 building. We are proud Quakers: alumni, parents, educators, business owners, and community servants. We have worked closely with the great leaders from across our ...