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Livi Steel strong

WARREN — After nearly five decades as a structural steel fabricator at the corner of Burton Street and Pine Avenue, Livi Steel Inc. is introducing a rebrand and new website to highlight its expanded capabilities. The third-generation, family-owned company, situated across from ...

Suzanne’s survives sluggish start to mark half a century

BOARDMAN — Against their better judgment, Suzanne Kessler, her mother and sister opened a tennis shop on the strip in Niles. The year was 1975 and area steel mills were already showing signs of fatigue due to foreign competition, increasing operation costs and outdated facilities. “I was ...

Lake Milton listing shows growing interest in area

LAKE MILTON — A nearly $3 million lakefront home has been listed during a period of growth for the Milton Township community as it develops more into a retreat as outside buyers from areas such as Cleveland and Pittsburgh reshape the shoreline. The 5,500-square-foot property, one of the ...

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BOETCHER HONORED: Martin J. Boetcher, a lawyer with Harrington, Hoppe & Mitchell Ltd., has been named to the Ohio Super Lawyers list for 2026, marking his second year in a row on the roster. Published by Ohio Super Lawyers magazine, the list is based on peer review by lawyers throughout ...

2 big rail unions oppose $85B merger of Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern

OMAHA, Neb. — The proposed $85 billion merger of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern railroads has lost the support of two of their biggest unions that represent more than half the workers because they are worried the deal would increase safety risks, lead to higher shipping rates and consumer ...

Edmunds: Ford Explorer bests Chevrolet Traverse

Chevrolet versus Ford. Regardless of the vehicle type, car shoppers often find themselves comparing choices from these iconic American brands. And if you’re thinking about buying a new three-row crossover SUV, you could very well end up cross-shopping the 2026 Chevrolet Traverse and 2026 Ford ...