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Life and achievements of George Washington

An audience of 120 people learned about the life and achievements the United States’ first president George Washington Sunday at a historic portrayal event sponsored by the Emmanuel Lutheran Church. Washington was portrayed by renowned historical interpretive actor Curt Radabaugh, in the ...

Salem Rotary student of the month

United Local High School Junior Abigail Jones was named the Salem Rotary Club’s student of the month for April. Shown is Jones, left, being presented the award by Rotarian Brad Stephen’s. (Submitted photo courtesy of Brittany Maniscalco

McKinley kindergarteners become “Chicken Experts”

McKinley Elementary kindergarten students brought science to life by hatching chickens, documenting the entire lifecycle in their own authored non-fiction books. The project culminated in a classroom showcase, where these young “experts” proudly presented their portfolios, artwork, and ...

MOAA Mahoning and Shenango Valleys Chapter hosts Cadet Night Dinner

The Military Officers Association of America (MOAA)-Mahoning and Shenango Valleys Chapter hosted its annual Cadet Night Dinner April 17 at A La Cart Catering in Canfield, welcoming high school Junior ROTC and college ROTC cadets, instructors and family members from northeast Ohio and western ...

On the calendar

THU/4-30 Beloit West Branch Athletic Boosters bingo, booster hall, 26701 U.S. Route 62; doors open at 4:30 p.m., early tickets called at 6 p.m., and Jumpin’ Jack (56 numbers for $1,500) called at 6:45 p.m., followed by regular bingo. Kitchen open, instant tickets and computers available. Info at 330-509-1209. Boardman DARE Singles Group, Birthday Night, 7-9 p.m., Boardman United Methodist Church; information at 330-729-0127 Damascus Tops 1329, United Methodist Church, weigh in 9 a.m., meeting 9:30 a.m. East Liverpool Toddle Time, 10 a.m., Carnegie Public Library ...

ACROSS OUR COMMUNITIES

Dine in or Drive Thru Banquet The Dine in or Drive Thru Banquet in Salem from 5 p.m. until the food is gone Monday at the Salem Memorial Building will be sponsored by Friends of the Banquet. The menu will include fried chicken, diced potatoes with onions and peppers, corn, coleslaw, fresh vegetables and fruit, and pudding. Dine in will park in designated area behind the building and proceed to front door. Drive thru will line up in lot behind the building; one meal per individuals in the vehicle. No parking in the library lot. For information or to sponsor a Banquet call Patty Colian ...