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Neighborhood News June 5, 2026

FRI/6-5 Columbiana American Red Cross blood drive, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Columbiana American Legion Post 290 Good As New Shoppe, Methodist Church, 210 S. Main St.. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 30 percent off shoes, purses, sleepwear. Historical Society of Columbiana & Fairfield Township Log House Museum open 2-4 p.m. East Liverpool Free community dinner, 4 p.m. until gone., Second Baptist Church, 1091 Pennsylvania Ave.; Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, green beans and roll; drive thru only VFW Post 66 Bingo, 6:30 p.m.; 25 cents a card, five cards for a $1, 50 cents coverall; pizza and fresh ...

Salem council gives paving project the green light

Local News June 5, 2026

SALEM — City council gave final approval for a joint paving project with the Ohio Department of Transportation in its meeting Tuesday. Council voted unanimously to approve a resolution authorizing City Service Safety Director Joe Cappuzzello to enter into an agreement and approve cost sharing amounts as required with the Ohio Director of Transportation for resurfacing improvements to Ellsworth Avenue from Mullins Street to West State Street, and State Street from the Salem Regional Medical Center to Cunningham Road. Council gave initial approval for the project in its Dec. 16 ...

THE COURTS

Police and Court Reports June 5, 2026

Court News LISBON — Two men caught in sex-for-hire stings in East Palestine entered guilty pleas recently in Columbiana County Common Pleas Court. Randy T. McCauley, 40, Canton, pleaded guilty to third-degree felony compelling prostitution, fifth-degree felony possessing criminal tools and misdemeanor engaging in prostitution for allegedly responding to an undercover familial ad on a known prostitution website of an adult female and a minor female and arranging for sexual activity with both females in exchange for $260, then arriving in East Palestine on Nov. 28, 2025 for the meeting ...

Lisbon pool among state-funded projects in county

Local News June 5, 2026

LISBON — A $150,000 request to fund Lisbon swimming pool improvements is among the Columbiana County projects receiving funding from Ohio’s Capital Budget, state Sen. Al Cutrona, R-Canfield, announced Thursday. “This is really good news for Lisbon. The pool is used by so many people, not only from Lisbon but by surrounding communities,” Lisbon Mayor Peter Wilson said when contacted. The popular Sadie Van Fossan Pool at Cedar Park didn’t open this year due to repairs needed, including replacement of the filtration system and pump and repairs needed for leaks. It’s a topic ...

Mental Health and Recovery board looking to fill vacancies

Neighborhood News June 5, 2026

LISBON — The Columbiana County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board is accepting applications from candidates interested in filling Board vacancies. The Columbiana County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board (CCMHRSB) works with individuals in recovery, family members, and community partners to respond to community needs, and ensures that families and individuals affected by mental illness and substance use have access to high-quality care. Focusing on prevention, treatment, and recovery, CCMHRSB administers public funds to promote healthy behavior, to support ...

CCCTC recognizes years of service

Neighborhood News June 5, 2026

LISBON – The Columbiana County Career and Technical Center (CCCTC) recently recognized employees for years of service awards for their commitment. Each year the administration at the CCCTC gifts crystal apples to recognize staff longevity. Staff members receive a different color crystal ...