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Ramaswamy, Acton take positions on data centers

With data centers popping up in Ohio and creating controversy, Republican Vivek Ramaswamy and Democrat Amy Acton, who are running for governor, are taking positions on them. Ramaswamy said Thursday that he has three nonnegotiable requirements for data centers — they must ensure that Ohio families who live near them receive free electricity by providing power or compensation that directly lowers residential electric bills, they must pay their full property taxes, and they must comply with strict air and water quality standards while prioritizing brownfield and industrial ...

Meridian unveils relocated primary care facility

YOUNGSTOWN — Meridian HealthCare recently relocated one of its primary care facilities to a new — but familiar — location, the Judge Joseph Donofrio Center. Its grand opening was accompanied by Meridian’s annual Health and Wellness Fair. While Meridian Healthcare mainly focuses on ...

Fiber-optic company files FCC complaint against Mahoning, Stark

YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County will hire a Washington, D.C. attorney to represent itself and Stark County in a federal case filed by a broadband company. At Thursday’s meeting, Mahoning County Commissioners approved a resolution authorizing the appointment of outside counsel, at the request of the Mahoning County Prosecutor’s Office. The petition, filed June 18, filed with the Federal Communications Commission by fiber-optic internet service provider Lumos, requests a preemption and declaratory ruling against Mahoning County and Stark County. The company objects to professional ...

Liberty police find body at park

Staff report LIBERTY — The Liberty Township Police Department and the Trumbull County Coroner’s office are investigating the death of a male whose body was found in Churchill Park on Thursday. Police Chief Ray Buhala said Thursday the cause of the death is not known but is being investigated. He said there is no evidence of suspicious activity. He said video from surveillance cameras at the park will be reviewed. Police say the death is an isolated incident and there is no threat to the public. A press release from the police department states that the coroner’s office ...

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NEW PICKLEBALL COURTS: Canfield Township Trustees will celebrate the dedication of four new pickleball courts at 10 a.m. today at the township park, 7419 Herbert Road. The new courts represent an investment in recreational opportunities for township residents and visitors. The $147,681 project was made possible through several community partnerships with Mahoning County commissioners $65,047; community donations $35,000l; Canfield Rotary Club $10,000 and Canfield Township $34,634. In addition to the courts, the township invested nearly $20,000 for sidewalks, steps, railings, benches and ...