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Carroll County

Carrollton High School student killed in house fire; officials investigating

The Carrollton Fire Department is investigating a fire that left an 18-year-old dead late Saturday night, according to Fire Chief Shane Thomas. Crews were dispatched to a home on…

November 12, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Man accused of pointing firearm at Stark County officer

Law enforcement officers in Canton found themselves facing a potentially dangerous situation. Chief John Gabbard reported that at approximately 8:07 PM, a suspect wearing a black…

November 10, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Magical season comes to an end for Marlington at state

In a hard-fought battle on the court, the Marlington Lady Dukes concluded their volleyball season with a 3-1 loss to Mercy McAuley. The teams clashed in the Division II state…

November 9, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

20-year-old killed in Tuscarawas County motorcycle crash

A 20-year-old man from Tuscarawas County died Wednesday evening in a motorcycle accident. According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, a 20-year-old from Tuscarawas was operating a…

November 8, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Minerva to dedicate Bill Powell sculpture; first Black owner of golf course in US

The dedication of a sculpture honoring William Powell will take place Thursday, Nov. 16, 4 p.m., on the grounds of Minerva Public Library. The sculpture was commissioned by…

November 8, 2023 · Jordan Miller

State News

Ohio voters pass recreational marijuana legalization; what you need to know

In a groundbreaking decision on Tuesday, Ohio voters have officially given the green light to recreational marijuana, defying Republican lawmakers who had previously failed to…

November 8, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Victim in critical condition after shooting in Canton

The Canton Police Department is investigating a shooting that left a person hospitalized early Monday morning. Officers were dispatched to the 3600 block of Ellis Ave NE in Canton…

November 6, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Prosecutor: Man indicted for attempted murder after shooting, stabbing Carroll County teen

A man who was initially just charged with felonious assault for allegedly shooting a Carroll County teen with a bow and arrow in September is now facing charges for attempted…

November 6, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Decomposed body found near Sandy Township: Investigation Underway

A discovery was made on Saturday morning when an individual contacted emergency services at 10:36 am, reporting the finding of a decomposed body near the intersection of north…

November 4, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Sports

State cross-country race to feature daughter coaching against mother

The coaching world will witness an extraordinary showdown as Minerva Lions head coach Olivia Scott goes head-to-head with her daughter, Mackenzie "Mack" Scott, who serves as the…

November 3, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Man killed in Tuscarawas County crash involving Kimble truck; victim identified

The Ohio State Highway Patrol of New Philadelphia is investigating a fatal accident involving a Kimble Recycling and Disposal tuck. According to Sergeant William Bower, the crash…

November 2, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Police: Carroll County man named person of interest in attack at gaming casino

Chaos erupted at Hollywood Gaming on Monday night as Austintown police were summoned to the scene following an incident involving a male assailant and a female player. The victim,…

November 2, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Guns, drugs recovered during search of Canton apartment; three arrested

Canton Police recovered two guns, various ammunition, and suspected drugs while executing a search warrant in Canton Tuesday evening. According to Canton Police Chief John…

November 2, 2023 · Jordan Miller

State News

Missing 81-year-old woman with Alzheimer's from Wayne County prompts search

Authorities have launched a search for an elderly woman who was reported missing on Wednesday evening from Wayne County. Diane Wiles, 81, disappeared from her residence on Grange…

November 1, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Officials discover cause of fatal Canton fire

Fire investigators have determined cause of a fire that killed a man last week in the city of Canton. According to Canton Fire Division Chief Steve Henderson, the cause of the…

October 31, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Village of Minerva weighing options for Community Building, location

Officials are weighing multiple options for the current Minerva Community Building within the village. The building, located at 123 Brock Ave, was first constructed in the 1950s…

October 31, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Family of four escapes early morning house fire in Stark County

The Canton Fire Department stayed busy over the weekend with four fires, two of which were fatal. In addition to the two fatal fires the JMN reported on over the weekend, two more…

October 30, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Area football teams to compete in week 2 of high school playoffs. Full list

Local teams are moving on in the OHSAA football playoffs. JMN has compiled a list of Stark, Carroll, and Tuscarawas County (+ surrounding areas) teams that are advancing to week…

October 29, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Minerva girls win regional title, boys place fifth; both heading to state

The Minerva girls and boys cross-country teams are moving on to next week's state championship race. The girls team dominated the field, recording just 68 points, and winning the…

October 28, 2023 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Canton man dies after early Saturday morning fire; second fatal fire in two days

In the early hours of Saturday, Oct. 28, at approximately 1:15 a.m., the Canton Fire Department responded to a working structure fire at 3168 34th St NE, an occupied apartment…

October 28, 2023 · Jordan Miller