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Fourteen Mahoning Valley regions marked for investment potential

OHIO - Governor Mike DeWine has announced 14 areas in the Mahoning Valley as federal Opportunity Zones to spur long-term investment and growth. DeWine announced the Opportunity Zones 2.0 with Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik, naming 260 census tracts—small subdivisions of a county used for national population data—across the state to encourage outside investment.

Mahoning County, OH · 2d
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Chester Township warns of winter road salt shortage following Morton Salt mine closure

Chester Township residents are being warned to prepare for potentially hazardous winter driving conditions as a major salt shortage threatens road maintenance across Northeast Ohio.

Fairport Harbor, OH · 1d

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Former Warren police chief appeals ruling denying reinstatement

Former Warren Chief of Police Eric Merkel filed an appeal with the Trumbull County Court of Common Pleas on Thursday, seeking reinstatement as Warren’s Police Chief. The appeal challenges a ruling by Warren’s Civil Service Commission (CSC) from Oct. 6 that denied a prior appeal of a CSC decision from Aug. 24 rejecting Merkel’s request to withdraw his resignation as chief.

Warren, OH · 1d
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Warren honors veterans early with recognition ceremony

The afternoon will start with a 21-gun salute, followed by a certificate of honor presented to all veterans in attendance.

Warren, OH · 1d

NewsForce 24/7

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Trumbull County’s Only Delivery Unit to Close as Warren Births Move to Boardman

Trumbull County is about to lose its only hospital labor and delivery unit. Mercy Health will end deliveries at St. Joseph Warren Hospital by early December and consolidate all births at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital in Mahoning County, the health system announced in an Oct. 28 news release shared with Becker’s Hospital Review. For expectant […]

Trumbull County, OH · 1d

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Ohio Warns of 'Beat the Sign' Driving Game Tied to Medina Crash

Ohio school officials are warning parents and students about a reported driving activity called “Beat the Sign,” in which participants allegedly ignore stop signs on purpose and try to beat their own record for how many intersections they can blow through without stopping. The warning comes after a school superintendent reported a serious crash in Medina, Ohio, involving a driver who allegedly kept a log tracking attempts.

Medina, OH · 1d

Medina County Gazette

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Ohio auditor state finds evidence of Medina County Auditor Anthony Capretta using county funds for campaign expenses

MEDINA — The Ohio auditor state determined it found evidence that Medina County Auditor Anthony Capretta acted in ways prohibited by the Ohio Revised Code related to county funds and campaign expenses. In a letter to Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson, the auditor of state’s office said that the...

Medina County, OH · 4d

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More than 86,000 ballots cast in Medina County in general election

MEDINA — Medina County had the sixth-highest voter turnout in Ohio in the general election, according to the secretary of state’s office. Medina County voters cast 86,541 ballots, for a turnout of about 65 percent. Out of those votes, 12,699 voted absentee, 28,252 voted early in-person and 45,590 voted on Election Day.

Medina County, OH · 3d

Ashland Source

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Poindexter unseats Miller to represent Ohio’s 7th Congressional District

Democrat Brian Poindexter defeated incumbent Republican Max Miller in the race to represent Ohio's 7th Congressional District. The post Poindexter unseats Miller to represent Ohio’s 7th Congressional District appeared first on Ashland Source - Ashland County Ohio News & Info .

Ohio · 3d

Medina County Gazette

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Medina County employers discuss workforce challenges, skilled trades recruitment

MEDINA — Medina County manufacturers and construction employers are looking for ways to attract the next generation of workers, saying changing perceptions about skilled trades and better communicating career opportunities will be important to strengthening the local workforce. The issue was a central topic on Thursday during the Medina...

Medina County, OH · 2d

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Lorain County Goes Blue, Issue 3 Passes

The state and local elections both largely followed the national trend of a Democratic wave, with the exception of incumbent Congressman Bob Latta’s victory, and a landslide victory for supporters of Issue 3, which enshrines Ohio’s requirement for photo ID at the polls in the state constitution. Amy...

Lorain County, OH · 2d

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This Underrated Ohio City Is Where Gen Z Can Actually Afford Their First Dream Home

Every generation gets one city that changes the game, and for Gen Z, that city is Akron, Ohio. Right now, while everyone else is arguing about which overpriced coastal market to throw their savings at, Akron is quietly becoming the smartest real estate decision a young buyer can make. Let’s...

Akron, OH · 4d

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Avon Lake road levy fails; Smithville repeals speed cameras

Avon Lake voters rejected a proposed income tax increase that would have funded $40M in road repairs, while voters in Smithville overwhelmingly chose to repeal the village's school zone speed cameras.

Avon Lake, OH · 3d

Medina County Gazette

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Coats for Kids helps Medina County families prepare for winter season

MEDINA — Medina County Job and Family Services hosted its annual Coats for Kids event Thursday, providing winter clothing to children and helping families with costs ahead of the holiday season. Event chair Mary Ruse said the program has been held for at least a decade and gives organizers...

Medina County, OH · 1d

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Last Call for Comments on Ending E-Check in Northeast Ohio Is Thursday

Northeast Ohio drivers who want a say in whether E-Check ends have until Thursday night. Ohio EPA’s comment period on its proposal to discontinue the Cleveland-area emissions testing program closes Thursday, November 5, with a public hearing at 4 p.m. and written comments due by midnight, according to Ohio EPA’s public notice, as reported by […]

Ohio · 3d

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Defeated Cuyahoga County Republican: 'Every time the president opened his mouth, my numbers went down'

Republican Cuyahoga County Councilmember Mike Gallagher outperformed most other Conservatives during Tuesday's election. It still wasn't enough to win reelection. Gallagher said Wednesday that his opponent Courtney Scheff, and the Democratic Party as a whole, fought hard. He, on the other hand, had "at best, lackluster support from my party."

Cuyahoga County, OH · 3d

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Akron homeowner says overgrown weeds on county’s right of way block view of Killian Road traffic

AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - An Akron homeowner says overgrown weeds and brush on a Summit County right of way next to her home hide oncoming traffic when she pulls out of her driveway. Heather Mehling has lived along Killian Road for 13 years. She said that for most of the...

Akron, OH · 3d

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Air quality inspectors identify issues at several facilities as investigation into mysterious chemical smell in Lakewood continues

LAKEWOOD, Ohio (WOIO) — A Lakewood city councilman provided an update Thursday on the chemical smell in Lakewood’s Birdtown neighborhood. Last month, a chemical odor was reported last week by dozens of residents in the Birdtown neighborhood that prompted an investigation by the Cleveland Division of Air Quality (CDAQ).

Lakewood, OH · 2d

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Barberton Schools face potential cuts after levy defeat

Barberton City Schools is facing additional financial challenges after voters rejected a proposed 1% earned income tax.

Barberton, OH · 3d

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Akron Housing Amendments Take Effect in 30 Days, Full Rules May Take 120

Akron voters approved two housing charter amendments on Nov. 3, but tenants and landlords will wait up to 120 days before the new rules bind property owners. Signal Akron and the Akron Beacon Journal reported Issue 11 passed with more than 57% of the vote — 57.8% according to the Akron Beacon Journal’s unofficial count […]

Akron, OH · 2d