The West Branch mascots lead the football team into action against Salem Friday night in Beloit. The Warriors routed the Quakers 50-0 in a one-sided affair heading into the playoffs next week. (Photos by Gary…
Robb Blasdel challenged for 79th house seat
LISBON — Republican incumbent state Rep. Monica Robb Blasdel of New Waterford is facing a challenge from Democratic first-time candidate…
Local medical facility to honor first responders
SALEM — Blossom Nursing & Rehabilitation Center will host a lunch to honor Salem’s first responders Wednesday. “We need to…
West Branch voters to decide fate of proposed capital improvement levy
BELOIT — Voters in the West Branch Local School District will be presented with the question of a proposed one-mill,…
Judge rejects gun evidence in case against Acton suspect
CANFIELD -- A judge ruled that evidence a man who allegedly lunged at Democratic governor candidate Amy Acton possessed weapons…
Transportation, automotive instruction celebrated at Utica Shale Academy
SALINEVILLE – The addition of automotive maintenance instruction using vehicles that transport many of its students to and from Utica…
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Warriors show who is boss in EBC
Salem's Zander Kinsey tries to escape the tackle of West Branch's Owen Bloss on…
Golden Eagles stand alone as kings of EOAC
COLUMBIANA 27, LISBON 21 COLUMBIANA — Danny Mangiarelli's interception at the Columbiana 1-yard line sealed the Clippers'…
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LEETONIA 51, MADONNA 21 WEIRTON, W.Va. — Brayden Gainey scored three touchdowns on passes from Dylan…
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Local Columns
Columbiana is building on its success
EDITOR’S NOTE: This column originally appeared in the Fall 2026 issue of Valley Business magazine. Several years ago, I began visiting relatives who moved to Apex, N.C. It didn’t take many visits to realize Apex is something special. Walkability. New housing starts. Quaint retail. A robust park system. A historically preserved downtown. A noticeable…
Many veterans are doing well, contributing to their communities, and thriving. However, many veterans may also…
Supporting Veterans: A Message of Hope
Scotch heritage instrumental in formation Columbiana County townships
East Palestine Deserves the Truth — I’ll Fight to Bring It to Light
Neighborhood News
On the calendar
SAT/10-24 Columbiana Good As New Shoppe, Methodist Church, 210 S. Main St., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; 20 percent off black and/or orange items. Columbiana area Meals on Wheels Drive Through Spaghetti Dinner , 3-6 p.m., Firestone Park (Columbiana) Pavillion #1 West. Dinner includes spaghetti and meatballs, salad, and a cookie. Order ahead by…
Kent State University Summer 2026 Dean’s List Columbiana: Camille Zenter East Liverpool: Annabel Fitch Kensington: Katelynn…
Education Briefs
Giddy Up and Give Dinner and Auction CASA of Columbiana County is hosting a dinner and…
Community Briefs
NEW ALEXANDER -- The Columbiana County Federation of Conservation Clubs, in partnership with the Ohio Division…
Federation Of Conservation Clubs to host Youth Pheasant Hunt
Business
Covelli Enterprises, Caribou Coffee ink coffeehouse deal
WARREN — Already the largest franchise operator of Panera Bread restaurants and one of the largest restaurant franchisees in the U.S., Covelli Enterprises in Warren is growing with the addition of Caribou Coffee to its lineup. The companies on Tuesday announced they signed a domestic franchise development agreement, touting it as the largest deal…
Nelms earns promotion with Premier Bank
LMC, Foxconn close on first round of funding as planned
Stark Memorial partners with Everything After
Editorials
Ohio has some work ahead to avoid looking foolish in book bans
School book ban trends come and go, but there are always groups of people who want to keep their children from having access to reading material that might expose them to new ideas or, worse, ask questions. The problem is particularly bad in Ohio, which ranks third among the states in PEN America’s study…
Ohio lawmakers owe it to taxpayers to address EdChoice
EdChoice voucher ruling provides chance to address school funding
Guidelines monitoring Ohio's Medicaid need continuous enforcement
Letters to the Editor
West Branch's future depends on levy approval
To the editor: On Nov. 3, residents in the West Branch community will have the opportunity to support our local schools by voting “for” the five-year permanent improvement levy. This levy, if passed, will generate funding that is much needed to provide upgrades for our school buildings and grounds. These upgrades include purchasing security…
Mahoning County sheriff must answer for rally assault
Is Ohio for sale?
Research everything with an open mind this election
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