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Tensions rise in Mingo Junction after ex-fire chief found guilty in court

MINGO JUNCTION, Ohio — Tensions remained high in Mingo Junction following the latest court ruling involving former Fire Chief Brandon Montgomery, as residents packed a village council meeting to protest council members’ handling of his case. Montgomery pleaded no contest, was found guilty and was sentenced to community...

Mingo Junction, OH · 2d
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Amid plans to shut off landlines, rural Ohioans worry of isolation

Decades ago, before cell phones buzzed and beeped in everyone's pockets, people relied on a network of copper wires to stay connected to loved ones. A landline phone’s chime was a familiar part of everyday life. In some Appalachian Ohio homes, like Paul Feezel’s, those landlines are still ringing....

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Local veteran awarded new car

STRUTHERS, Ohio (WKBN) — A Navy veteran from Struthers is getting a new set of keys ahead of Veterans Day. Kelsey McDaniel received a 2024 Ford Edge through Progressive Insurance’s “Keys to Progress” program. The company is giving away more than 100 vehicles nationwide to veterans. The goal is to help recipients get to work, […]

Struthers, OH · 2d

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Korean War soldier from Steubenville returns home more than 75 years after going missing in action

STEUBENVILLE, OH. (WTRF) – A Steubenville soldier who was reported missing in action during the Korean War is finally returning home more than 75 years after his disappearance, following the identification of his remains by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency. First Lt. Raymond Banker Gilbert, a native of Steubenville and graduate of Steubenville High School […]

Steubenville, OH · 2d

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Poland trustees accept resignation from township administrator

Poland Township administrator Mark Covell submitted his letter of resignation from the position at Thursdays trustee meeting. In a bittersweet moment giving thanks to the township trustees, Covell’s resignation was accepted by the board. “I’m ready to move on and just retire,” Covell explained. “It had nothing to do...

Poland, OH · 17h

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Jefferson County leaders tout development plan near YSU campus

STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — Jefferson County leaders are moving ahead with plans to develop land near Youngstown State University’s Steubenville campus, saying the effort is aimed not only at improving the area but also at attracting young people to the city and giving them a reason to stay. County...

Jefferson County, OH · 2d

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Struthers woman lines neighborhood with American flags for Veterans Day

STRUTHERS - One woman is looking to start a veterans day tradition in her neighborhood. Patty Kotouch lined the streets of her small neighborhood with over 300 American flags. Kotouch says she was inspired by a friend from Austintown, and it was something she wanted to do for a long time.

Struthers, OH · 1d

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This Small Ohio Town Fills Its Streets With Over 200 Giant Nutcrackers And Strolling It Is Free

Dean Martin stands six feet tall on a downtown sidewalk, and he’s a nutcracker. Nearby, a singing nutcracker named Sebastian belts out Christmas tunes in Dean’s famous style. That’s just the warm-up. More than 200 life-size nutcrackers line the streets of this Ohio town, and each one...

Steubenville, OH · 1d

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Struthers honors local veterans at high school

The Struthers community gathered at the War Memorial at Struthers High School for a Veterans Day ceremony Wednesday, Nov. 11. Veterans at the event were honored one branch at a time as the Struthers High School band played the Armed Forces Medley. The event was hosted by former assistant high...

Struthers, OH · 1d

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Two water bill increases proposed for customers in Trumbull Co.

Two hikes on water bills could be hitting some Trumbull County customers' bills. County officials are proposing increases for maintenance and to keep up with bulk water costs in the near future. After unsuccessfully securing outside funding, county commissioners will now consider passing the buck off to customers to keep...

Trumbull County, OH · 2d

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Decency won in Ohio: Amy Acton tells Lawrence how 'Youngstown toughness' helped win governor's race

Ohio Democratic Governor-elect Dr. Amy Acton joins MS NOW's Lawrence O'Donnell to discuss what winning the governorship means to her as a "scrappy kid from Youngstown" and how her personal experiences, including growing up homeless, helped motivate her to "create those conditions that give people a way forward."

Ohio · 2d

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The Scarf Project returns Nov. 13 with its free Scarf Day in four counties

The Scarf Project returns this week to the Stark County region. Scarf Day is Nov. 13. Hundreds of free scarves, gloves and winter hats will be available to help those in need stay warm during Ohio's coldest months. There are multiple distribution locations in Portage, Stark, Tuscarawas and Cuyahoga counties. The volunteer program accepts year-round donations of yarn, hats, scarves, mittens and gloves. All items must be new. The donated items then are distributed at easily accessible public locations, said co-coordinator Aimee Rufener. For more information, to suggest a distribution location or to donate yarn, contact Aimee Rufener at 330-340-0474. There also are drop off sites at Bolek's Crafts in Dover and Claymont Public Library in Uhrichsville. All donated items are stored at The Hill Hope Center in Uhrichsville. Here's where you'll find the items on Nov. 13: STARK COUNTY Alliance: Family Dollar, corner of East Main Street and South Union Avenue Alliance YWCA, 239 E. Market St. Canton: Canton Repository, 500 Market Ave. N Hall of Fame City Ice Rink, 215 Tuscarawas St. Massillon: Massillon Family YMCA, 131 Tremont Ave. SE Navarre: Towpath Trail YMCA, 1226 Market St. NE TUSCARAWAS COUNTY Dover: St. John United Church of Christ, 409

Stark County, OH · 2d

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Warren vacant lots to be turned into single family homes

Five new single family homes will be built on empty lots in Warren. Two lots on Atlantic Street and three side by side lots on Bonnie Brae Street will each have about 1,400 square feet of living space with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The lots on Atlantic used to...

Warren, OH · 1d

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Girard bridal shop gives free wedding dresses to military brides for Veterans Day

Finding the perfect wedding dress can come with a hefty price tag. But for about 10 military brides, a local bridal shop made that expense one less thing to worry about this Veterans Day. Brides from several states visited Stephanie Leigh Bridal in Girard to shop for their wedding gowns....

Girard, OH · 1d

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Carnegie Free Library of Beaver Falls launches major project aimed at restoring historic building

The Carnegie Free Library of Beaver Falls has launched a major rehabilitation project aimed at restoring its historic 1903 building and expanding community services across Beaver County.

Beaver Falls, PA · 1d

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Community celebrates world’s largest painted slice of pizza mural in Youngstown

Shortly after completing the new postcard-style mural in downtown Youngstown, Pat McGlone at Overall Paint Co. got to work on his next project: the world’s largest painted slice of pizza. “We’ve gotten to work with so many businesses that I’ve been a customer at for so many years. It’s...

Youngstown, OH · 1d

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Alliance-area news in brief for Nov. 12

MARLINGTON MEETING – Marlington Local Schools’ Board of Education plans a regular meeting at 6 p.m. Nov. 12 at Marlington High School’s Digital Learning Zone, 10450 Moulin Ave. in Lexington Township. The board might recess into executive session for the purpose of considering the purchase of property for school district purposes. Following executive session, action might be taken. Pending absence of technological issues, the meeting will be live-streamed on the Marlington Local Technology Department’s YouTube channel. CIVIL SERVICE – Alliance Civil Service Commission will meet at 12:30 p.m. Nov. 13 in the City Administration Building, 504 E. Main St., in the second-floor conference room. Purpose of the meeting is to rule on a protest for the fire lieutenant promotional exam. GRANGE BREAKFAST – Smith Grange plans its monthly breakfast from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Nov. 15 at 11090 Beloit Snodes Road. Cost is $12 for ages 13 and older; $5 for ages 6 to 12; and free for ages 5 and younger. Meals are dine-in or carryout. PROSTATE SCREENING – Columbiana County Health District plans a free prostate-specific antigen screening from 1 to 4 p.m. Nov. 17 at the district’s office, 7360 State Route 45 in Lisbon. The event

Alliance, OH · 1d

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Garbage rates could increase in Warren

Warren City Council on Tuesday sent to a first reading an ordinance to increase garbage rates.

Warren, OH · 2d

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Poland Trustee Mark Covell Resigns

Poland Township Trustees accepted a letter of resignation from Administrator Mark Covell, who is retiring after four years in the role. This comes as the township tries to climb its way out of financial troubles. Anthony Leonardi joins us now.

Poland, OH · 16h

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Trumbull County's Renovated Grand River Shooting Range Opens

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife reopened the public shooting range at Grand River Wildlife Area in Trumbull County on Wednesday, Nov. 11 following a multiyear renovation. Grand River Wildlife Area Shooting Range is a premier destination for recreational shooting. Along with Delaware and Spring Valley...

Trumbull County, OH · 15h