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Encourages support of Beaver Local levy

To the editor: On Tuesday, May 7 the voters of the Beaver Local School District will have an important decision to make: whether or not to vote to renew the existing operating levy. This levy was first passed in 1994. I was on the board of education at that time and our facilities were in a sorry state. Beaver Local had obtained some noteriety for having a basketball game canceled due to rain. The buckets on the gym floor made it unsafe for the game to continue. We’ve come a long way since that time. We now have a beautiful new facility. But even new buildings have to be ...

Appreciates the vision of making Lisbon what is once was

To the editor: I’m writing this letter since I grew up in the Lisbon and Columbiana area and it has come to my attention that Ms. Lewis is trying her best to bring back the life of her hometown of Lisbon. Even though I’m writing from afar, I do visit my family on occasion, which they have lived there all of their lives. I currently reside in St. Petersburg, Florida which is a very fast-paced lifestyle, one of which, I don’t particular enjoy. I would entertain the thought of relocating back, but since I’m still gainfully employed, there aren’t many positions available ...

Doesn’t agree with opinions of syndicated columnist

To the editor: With reference to Jules Witcover and his latest commentary published March 25 in your Morning Journal, I wish to bring your attention my comments about his perverse writing. He mentions, “Legal but destructive hijacking of the Oval Office.” He could have continued and stated accurately, “In an effort to drain the swamp.” And, hijacking? Interesting choice of words. Concerning the National Security Act, I would state that if Congress faced up to its responsibility and duty in establishing an intelligent and thoughtful immigration policy and associated laws, ...

Promoting awareness of sexual assault

To the editor: April is just around the corner. Did you know that April is Child Abuse Awareness Month, Alcoholism Awareness Month, Autism Awareness Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month? As a domestic violence services provider, the Christina House has a vested interest in promoting awareness of sexual assault. Sexual assault and domestic violence co-occur in many relationships. Studies have shown that 30 to 40 percent of domestic violence victims will also experience intimate partner sexual assault. Victims who are both physically and sexually abused are more likely to be ...

Girl Scout Cookies drive again was a success

To the editor: Girl Scouts of North East Ohio would like to thank all of those who purchased Girl Scout Cookies this year, as well as our retail partners who hosted cookie booths outside their storefronts. It’s amazing what a huge impact a box of Girl Scout Cookies can have. Columbiana County is all the better for it! By participating in the largest girl-led business program in the world, Girl Scouts develop valuable skills, including goal setting, decision-making, money management, people skills, and business ethics. They discover their inner leadership potential as well as ...

Against the CRA

Editor: The new Community Reinvestment Act approved by the city of Columbiana raises several significant issues. The first involves the city’s ability and intent to provide millions of dollars in tax abatements. For example, people building a new house in Firestone Farms or Old Saybrook would receive a tax abatement of $60,000 or more. Higher end homes would qualify for even larger abatements. The newly proposed triplex, rental units would receive abatements of about $90,000 per unit. If the proposed 14 units are built, the tax abatement would be around $1.2 million. Getting ...