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Editorials

Stage set for November election

Tuesday’s primary election brought plenty of excitement throughout the Mahoning Valley as party nominations were won, some incumbents were defeated and the stage was set for the general election in November. According to unofficial results from the Mahoning County Board of Elections, there ...

It’s time for spring cleaning

Spring has sprung, and for many, that means an excuse to do a little spring cleaning. The Ohio Fire Marshal suggests that cleanup should be done with fire safety in mind, too. “A clutter-free home is a safer home when it comes to fire risks. That’s why it’s so important for Ohioans to ...

Joy returns to St. Patrick’s in Hubbard

Many people around the Mahoning Valley were filled with joy this past weekend as they celebrated a holiday that puts smiles on faces across the country, for several different reasons. Some paraded through streets and local establishments celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with friends and family ...

11 Ohio counties in need of help after big storms

As Gov. Mike DeWine declares a state of emergency in 11 Ohio counties after last week’s terrible storms, it is a reminder that Buckeye State residents are struggling to recover and need our support. Those living in Auglaize, Crawford, Darke, Delaware, Hancock, Licking, Logan, Mercer, Miami, ...

An appeal to vote and recap of our endorsements

It’s sad to say, but Tuesday promises to be yet another sleepy election day throughout the Mahoning Valley. Officials at boards of election in Mahoning and Trumbull counties and the Ohio secretary of state’s office project abysmally low levels of voter participation. Estimates from ...

YSU must stay vigilant to aid EGCC refugees

After several years of failing financial health and subpar care, Eastern Gateway Community College in Youngstown and Steubenville finds itself on life support, waiting for its final plug to be pulled in two short months. With its demise, thousands of EGCC students could find themselves left ...