Editor’s Note: With new settlements being established in the Northwest Territory, leaders of the still young United States tackled another issue — how to link cities in the east with new opportunities in the west. This happened through an act of Congress creating what came to be known as ...
LISBON — Another hearing is set for 1 p.m. June 11 in the case against a former East Palestine police officer accused of allegedly making threats against a judge, the prosecutor’s office and three others. Matthew Elser, 45, Market Street, Columbiana, wasn’t present and no hearing was held on the record Friday. He reportedly remains at Heartland Behavioral Healthcare in Massillon. Retired Tuscarawas County Common Pleas Court Judge Edward O’Farrell, who was appointed as a visiting judge for the case, met behind closed doors with Elser’s appointed defense attorney, Rhys ...
The student musicians in the Salem High School’s band program showcased their musical talents in their spring concert Tuesday. The concert featured performances by the seventh-grade, eighth-grade and high school concert bands, as well as the high school jazz band and percussion ensemble. ...
LISBON — A condition of bond for Heather J. Birkmire, who’s accused of cruelty to animals in the deaths of five horses last year, now includes an amended order for no contact with any livestock besides no contact with companion animals. Previously, the court paperwork for her bond said she’s not allowed to have contact with any companion animals, prompting the prosecution to file a motion to modify the conditions of her $5,000 recognizance bond to include livestock. In the motion filed in Columbiana County Municipal Court, county Assistant Prosecutor Jennifer Bonish explained ...
LISBON — A flooding problem is causing an issue at Glenn Bennett World War II Memorial Park in Winona, with 60 plus residents both past and present petitioning Engineer Bert Dawson to fix the clogged creek that flows through the area. Whinnery Road resident Elmer Lee Stamp approached Columbiana County commissioners about the flooding Wednesday, presenting them with photographs and a copy of the petition addressed to Dawson. “Over recent years, multiple sections of the creek have become clogged with natural debris, including large fallen trees and sediment buildup. These ...
LISBON — The Columbiana County Board of Elections will meet at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday to certify the official results of the May 5 primary election after adding in 28 eligible provisional ballots approved for inclusion. The board met Thursday to handle three action items related to provisional ballots and absentee ballots, accepting the 28 eligible provisionals, rejecting 11 ineligible provisional ballots and rejecting 14 absentee ballots. A ballot is considered provisional if a voter doesn’t have an ID with them on Election Day or they’ve moved and their registration needs checked. ...
