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Salem school board approves athletic membership in Northeast Eight

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SALEM — The board of education approved a membership agreement to join the Northeast Eight Conference in 2027 in its June 15 meeting. The board of education voted unanimously to approve an agreement to join the conference with membership participation set to begin in the 2027-2028 school year. Treasurer Mike Douglas said the district had been accepted into the Northeast Eight for all sports except football, and that the conference includes many districts that Salem already schedules against. “Being in a conference isn’t just about winning championships. It also gives our ...

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Goshen Township trustees schedule special meeting for Friday The Goshen Township trustees have called a special meeting Friday. Trustee Teresa Stratton announced Monday evening that the board of trustees will be convening for a special meeting at 4 p.m. Friday at the township administration building. Stratton said the trustees would discuss a possible equipment purchase and corresponding adjustments to the township’s budget. Stratton also announced that the trustees will host a public hearing for input on Goshen Township’s proposed 2027 tax budget at 5:30 p.m. July 14, immediately ...

United Quilt Guild features over 100 submissions

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The United Quilt Guild’s 14th Biennial Quilt Show displayed 113 quilts submitted across 12 categories at the Salem Centerplex Friday and Saturday. The quilts were judged this year by National Association of Certified Quilt Judges Certified Judge Lisa Schreck and Judge-in-Training Connie ...

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Salem — A dispute between juveniles involving broken property was reported in the 1200 block of Robin Avenue at 10:02 p.m. Monday. Officers spoke with the involved parties, and it was agreed that the resolution of the issue could wait until the next day due to it being late at night. — Brandon Gust, 27, Lisbon, was arrested charged with disorderly conduct and transported to the Columbiana County Jail following medical evaluation at 9:10 p.m. Monday for allegedly kicking the windows of a business, attempting to gain entry into a vehicle that was not theirs in the 200 block of ...

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Court News LISBON — An East Liverpool man charged with passing bad checks had his case dismissed recently after being found still not competent and unable to be restored to competency. Shawn Peddicord, 44, Wilbert Avenue, was charged with one count of fourth-degree felony passing bad checks for allegedly attempting to defraud a man with a check written for $17,650 on Jan. 30, 2025. Peddicord had previously been found not competent, but was ordered into outpatient treatment in an attempt to restore his competency. Despite that treatment, he was found still not competent based on a ...

West Branch school board hires new treasurer

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BELOIT – The West Branch school board has hired a new treasurer. The board recently approved a five-year contract to Lucas Cooper effective Aug. 1 at $104,040 annually. Cooper most recently served as treasurer for the Columbiana County Educational Service Center (CCESC), where he managed financial operations, oversaw state and federal funding, and worked closely with school leaders to promote fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability. According to Superintendent Matthew Manley, Cooper brings a strong background in school finance, strategic planning and fiscal ...