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Howland grad charted course to achievement
Andrew Carnegie once said, “If you want to be happy, set a goal that commands your thoughts, liberates your energy, and inspires your hopes.”. That is exactly what Howland native Robert A. Bixler II did after graduating from Howland High School in 1999 and attending the Coast Guard Academy, from which he graduated in 2003. And although he now lives in Silver Spring, Maryland, he was back in Northeast Ohio for the July 4 holiday, visiting family and going to his favorite eateries — the Original Hot Dog Shoppe, Mocha House, Sunrise Inn and Up A Creek.
Personnel measures topped Leetonia BOE’s to-do list
LEETONIA –Except for a 90-minute executive session near the regular meeting’s start with Treasurer Jennifer Coldsnow and newly-hired Superintendent Gerald DelBoccio –who starts his three-year contract on Aug. 1 –the Leetonia Board of Education dealt mostly with personnel during its meeting Thursday. The executive session, which...
Martha J. Miller
Martha J. Miller, 88, of Kent, passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at Tamarack Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born in Kent on August 12, 1935 to the late Clifford and Madeline Meloy and was a 1953 graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School. Martha was employed as a secretary for several years, including ten years at Kent State University. She enjoyed camping and crafts, especially knitting and embroidery. She was a member of Trinty Lutheran Church and Club ’53. Martha will be deeply missed and never forgotten by those who knew and loved her.
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Salem health board offers position to Crockett
SALEM–The health board offered the position for a new Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics Wednesday. The unanimous decision came after a lengthy executive session for the discussion of personnel matters and will see the position offered to Brooke Crockett. This follows the hire of Registrar of Vital Statistics Kim Williams in a special meeting July 2, and will see the Deputy Registrar position filled for the first time since former Registrar Rachel Bowens vacated to position to be appointed as Interim Registrar March 28. She was subsequently appointed to the permanent position on May 15, prior to her departure from the department on June 28.
Warrant issued for 2nd suspect in fatal shooting
WARREN — Court records reveal the name of a second man wanted in connection with a fatal shooting death in April in the city. An arrest warrant has been issued for Donovan Adams, 19, of Fairfield Avenue NE, according to Warren Municipal Court records. A case was filed against...
POLICE
— Officers spoke to a person by phone at 12:26 p.m. Sunday regarding an ongoing situation with an ex-roommate. The caller advised that some of their personal belongings were placed at the curb, listed as free on a local Facebook group and advised that some of their items were now gone. Officers advised the caller a police report would be made and sent down for review for possible charges.
Frenchko seeks delay in response to lawsuit
WARREN — Trumbull County Commissioner Niki Frenchko was scheduled on Thursday to respond to a lawsuit filed by the commissioners’ interim clerk, Lisa DeNunzio Blair, that alleges the commissioner on multiple occasions since May 15, defamed her and invaded her privacy, presenting images of her in a false light and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
Columbiana County, Canfield fairs remain timeless treasures
There’s no glitz, glamour or full-scale high-tech wizardry used to awe which seems to be needed — or felt is needed — in this day and age of providing entertainment. No fancy 21st century version whistles, horns or gimmicks are involved. No, the summer fairs in our area like the 179th Columbiana County Fair, which officially opens Monday, and the upcoming Canfield Fair, which opens August 28 for its 178th year over 353 sprawling acres, are two examples of what is right with our area.
Intermittent fasting that's not too tough; taking daily aspirin
Q: I’m battling to control my Type 2 diabetes. What’s my best nutritional approach to lowering my blood sugar and my weight? Every time I go on a “diet,” I end up 5 pounds heavier and miserable!. — Jeri Y., Akron, Ohio.
Fred Edward Fouts
Fred E. Fouts, 87, loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, went home to be with The Lord on Thursday, July 25, 2024. Fred was born Sunday, February 14, 1937 to the late Charles and Clarice (Hutchins) Fouts and lived in the Doylestown area most of his life. He very much enjoyed his retirement after working as a tool maker and in construction. Fred was a faithful Christian throughout his life. He loved his family, golfing, and traveling.
Upton Association marking anniversary
35TH ANNIVERSARY: The Harriet Taylor Upton Association is marking its 35th anniversary 2 to 4 p.m. Aug. 4 at the Harriet Taylor Upton House, 380 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren. There will be displays, scrapbooks and memorabilia of the association, tours of the house and gardens, and a talk on how the association worked to keep the home from being demolished.
Interest on $1.29 million funding discussed in Salem
SALEM–During its Tuesday meeting, the finance committee discussed how to utilize the interest to be accrued on $1.29 million of utility department funding set to be invested soon. First proposed in city council’s July 16 meeting, it was requested that interest from the $1.29 million which is set to...
FirstEnergy declares quarterly common stock dividend
AKRON, Ohio - FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: NYSE:FE), a major electric utility company, announced Wednesday that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.425 per share on outstanding common stock. The dividend is payable on September 1, 2024, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on August 7, 2024.
Valley Hot Dog Shoppe locations to offer $1 chili dogs for National Chili Dog Day July 25
Thursday, July 25 is National Chili Dog day, and all four Hot Dog Shoppe locations in the Mahoning Valley are celebrating with an offer that will keep your stomach and your wallet full. Starting at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, Hot Dog Shoppe in Girard, Warren, Boardman and East Liverpool will...
Kent nonprofit plans cultural arts center for North Water Street Art District
KENT, Ohio – What was once just a dream for nonprofit organization Standing Rock Cultural Arts is one step closer to fruition: the creation of a full-service cultural arts center in downtown Kent. Standing Rock has been a cornerstone of the North Water Street Art District for more than...
County roundup: Garrettsville prepares for Peach Social Car Cruise, plus news from Freedom, Hiram, Nelson, Mantua and Windham
The long-awaited time capsule opening took place July 6. Inside the time capsule were, among other things, old newspapers, an old book from the Garrettsville 120th Centennial and a song written about Garrettsville called “Old Garrettsville” that was sung by two girls, according to the James A. Garfield Historical Society, when the time capsule was buried in 1924. Two women sang the song at the time capsule opening.
Authorities ID man killed by Churchill police in front of his Forest Hills home
Details emerged Tuesday about the man that a Churchill police officer fatally shot last week outside his Forest Hills home. Police said Gregory Carlson, 48 was armed when they encountered him around 9:20 p.m. Thursday night outside his house in the 200 block of Glasgow Road. Officers from Forest Hills, Churchill and Swissvale responded.
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