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US government foots bill for television advertisement featuring Trump's midterm messaging

National News September 25, 2026

At first glance, it looks like a typical Republican campaign advertisement. As images of President Donald Trump flash across the screen, the 30-second spot says "America will never be a communist country" and boasts about the "largest tax cuts in history." But there's something different near the end — a bit of text at the bottom that says "paid for by the U.S. government." According to AdImpact, which tracks media spending, the advertisement cost $14,000 and it ran during conservative shows on Fox News and Newsmax. The White House said in a statement the ad is "educational and ...

Lake to River delivers final piece of funding for Niles redevelopment project

Local News September 25, 2026

Staff report The historic Masonic Lodge building at 22 W. Church St. in downtown Niles will be revitalized with assistance from a $750,000 JobsOhio Vibrant Communities Grant secured by Lake to River. The $4.6 million redevelopment will transform the underutilized structure into the new headquarters for Cadence Care Network, a nonprofit organization providing behavioral health services for children and families. “Restoring the Niles Masonic Lodge saves a historic building that has stood for more than a century,” Gov. Mike DeWine said in a news release Thursday. “Although it ...

On the record: Trumbull County commissioners

Local News September 25, 2026

WHAT: Commissioners meeting Wednesday PRESENT: Tony Bernard, Rick Hernandez and Denny Malloy Commissioners: • Unanimously approved a vehicle replacement program for the sheriff’s office that would provide a minimum of four new patrol cars a year. The program is expected to allow Sheriff Mike Wilson to begin replacing some vehicles that have nearly 300,000 miles on them. Wilson said the office has 22 patrol vehicles that have more than 150,000 miles on them. There are 65 vehicles in the sheriff’s fleet. • Approved contracting with 2M Services, LLC of Niles to replace three ...

City OKs contracts for 2 major water projects totaling $8.5M

Israel leader defends attacks on Iran, Gaza

Community news

Community News September 25, 2026

PERI TO MEET: The Public Employee Retirees of Mahoning County, Chapter 18, will present a luncheon meeting at noon Oct. 6 at Avion on the Water Banquet Center, 2177 Western Reserve Road, Beaver Township. The guest speaker will be attorney Steve Yacovone, Boardman trustee and Columbiana County assistant prosecutor. He will discuss data centers in Ohio, property tax reform and the pros and cons of townships becoming cities. The event costs $20 per person. Reservations are due by Tuesday. For more information, contact Carol at 330-758-5239, Diane at 330-547-9612 or Janice at ...