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Few residents opt out of $600 million class action settlement in East Palestine, Ohio, derailment
Few people ultimately opted out of the $600 million class action settlement Norfolk Southern offered to people affected by last year’s disastrous East Palestine train derailment despite the questions residents raised about the deal, lawyers said. The plaintiffs’ attorneys said only 22 of the nearly 2,000 households in the...
Northeast Ohio 2024 county fair guide: When is the fair coming to your area?
CUYAHOGA COUNTY, Ohio — With summer in full swing and the 4th of July in our rear view, county fair season is right around the corner!. Whether you're looking for delicious eats, rides and games or animal exhibits, we've got you covered with a guide to this year's county fairs taking place across Northeast Ohio.
Attorney explains East Palestine class action settlement
EAST PALESTINE, OHIO — In East Palestine, the community is still dealing with the aftereffects of a train derailment there more than a year ago. A class action lawsuit has been settled on behalf of residents, but some lingering confusion remains about that settlement. “My group at the firm...
‘Resiliency Center’ offers free services to those affected by East Palestine train derailment
Located in a former doctor's office on Route 14 across from the well-known welcome sign is the East Palestinian Resiliency Center offering free services for anyone living in four zip codes around East Palestine, who worked in the village during the derailment, or first responders who assisted.
Alliance votes to permit chickens in the city
ALLIANCE ‒ Residents can now own chickens within the city limits. City Council on Monday voted to amend city laws to permit residents to own up to six hens. No roosters are allowed. Council opted to allow female chickens for personal or household use in residential backyards. ...
Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Ohio likely to close Cleveland or Lorain County locations
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Ohio (BGCNEO) are likely to close locations due to funding loss. In late May, the Clubs announced they were losing $3 million in federal funding — $2.5 million from Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) funds, and $500,000 from federal pass-through funds through local schools. The organization launched the Save Our Clubs campaign, but CEO Allen Smith told The Land the funding gap has not been completely closed.
MAHONING COUNTY: Bistro 1907 announces changes to Youngstown restaurant
Here are additional news of interest from around Mahoning County:. Bistro 1907 announces changes. Vacant house catches fire in south side in Youngstown. Police investigate gun store break-in in Youngstown. Sunday morning crash injures two in Youngstown. South Harvest Food Bank is expanding. Missing Youngstown woman with dementia found.
Structural concerns at Poland Library being examined by architect firms, building remains safe
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County is looking into structural concerns at the Poland Library. According to the release, a full external and structural evaluation of the building was warranted and preliminary analysis confirmed some movement at the south end of the building's first floor. The Library says...
Insurers Seek Subrogation Over Ohio Train Derailment
Four insurance companies filed a subrogation lawsuit against Norfolk Southern in federal court, alleging the rail carrier’s negligence led to the 2023 East Palestine, Ohio train derailment and subsequent fire, explosion and release of toxic chemicals. Erie Insurance Company and Erie Insurance Exchange (collectively Erie) and Homesite Insurance Company...
Downtown Youngstown businesses form coalition to stay afloat
While demolition of the Realty Building is underway, a good portion of downtown Youngstown remains closed, with businesses in the area feeling the impact. As a result, many of the owners are coming together to form a coalition in an effort to help themselves. They tell 21 News they want...
Valley Spotlight #157 – July 14, 2024
Thanks to our friends at Steelite International we put the spotlight on Avalon Downtown and learn the “Only-In-Youngstown” tale of how Ann Massullo-Sabella and her family ended up in the pizza business!. We meet one of the talented members of Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band – Tina Gullickson...
County roundup: Orange cones coming to Mogadore, plus news from Atwater and Suffield
Mogadore Village Council passed legislation to start the Herbert Street/Meadowridge Road infrastructure job in August. This project will bring new water lines, sanitary sewers, sidewalks, curbs and concrete streets to Herbert Street between Marion Avenue and Meadowridge, and Meadowridge south of Herbert Street. The job will be completed by next spring.
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