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Stormy 2026 fair ends with injuries, medical emergencies

Local News August 11, 2026

LISBON — The Columbiana County Fair ended Sunday with two people injured in the pit area during the demolition derby after tumultuous stormy weather conditions all week caused the cancellation of several grandstand shows due to unsafe track conditions. According to county Fair Board President John Wolf, a juvenile in the pit area was injured by a derby contestant’s car. He didn’t have any information on the injured juvenile’s condition, saying Monday they were waiting to hear. A man in the pit area was injured also when a tire blew, with debris hitting him in the head. ...

THE COURTS

Police and Court Reports August 11, 2026

Common Pleas NEW CASES Connie S. Harris, East High Street, Leetonia, and Clyde C. Harris, East High Street, Leetonia; dissolution sought. DOCKET ENTRIES Data Mortgage Inc. vs. Charles B. Parknavy, et al.; mortgage foreclosure ordered for Overlook Drive, Salem property. Wrecker Central LLC vs. The Cincinnati Indemnity Co.; case dismissed. Lakeview Loan Servicing LLC vs. Matthew W. Bigelow, et al.; mortgage foreclosure ordered for East Liverpool Road, East Liverpool property. Ali Zamani vs. General Motos LLC; case settled and dismissed. Spencer M. Crosser and Ansley C. Crosser; ...

Perry and Goshen police departments agree to mutual aid pact

Local News August 11, 2026

PERRY TOWNSHIP — The Perry Township and Goshen Township police departments will be entering a formal mutual aid agreement. During their meeting Monday, the Perry Township trustees unanimously approved a resolution authorizing Police Chief Richard Kimble to enter a mutual aid agreement with the Goshen Police District. Trustee Chair Steve Bailey said the two departments had been collaborating frequently, so Kimble and Goshen Township Police Chief John Calko decided to enter a mutual aid agreement. The trustees also voted unanimously to send Firefighter Patrick Bryan to Firefighter 1 ...

Columbiana Arts Theater announces several upcoming events

Neighborhood News August 11, 2026

The Columbiana Arts Theater presents “Midday Cabaret: Broadway Songs” COLUMBIANA — The Columbiana Arts Theater, 5 N. Main St., invites the community to enjoy an uplifting afternoon of live music at “Midday Cabaret: Broadway Songs” on Wednesday, Aug. 12, at 1 p.m. The cabaret will feature talented local artists performing memorable songs from the Broadway stage. The intimate setting will give audience members an opportunity to experience favorite show tunes and celebrate the enduring magic of musical theater. Whether guests are lifelong Broadway fans or simply enjoy ...

4th annual nature+nurture maker’s market promotes nature education Saturday

Local News August 11, 2026

The fourth annual nature+nurture maker’s market brought more than 30 vendors and educational community guests together in downtown Salem Saturday for an afternoon of fun for the whole family. The annual event is organized each year by nature+nurture Owner Tricia Ross and promotes nature ...

On the calendar

Neighborhood News August 11, 2026

TUE/8-11 Boardman DARE Singles Group, Bocce at Boardman Park, 5:30 p.m.; information at 330-729-0127 Calcutta Calcutta Lions Club, 6:30 p.m., Peter Metrovich Community Center Columbiana School board, 6 p.m., high school media center Planning Commission, 7 p.m., city hall East Liverpool 1968 ELHS Ladies Breakfast, 9:30 a.m., Two Smart Cookies Needles and Hooks (crochet and knitting group), noon-2 p.m., Carnegie Public Library Community Room East Palestine Eagles kitchen open 4-8 p.m., sweet sausage sandwich with side $9; 330-886-0397 Leetonia Knit Wits Knitting ...