Madison Tromler

2 weeks ago | wfmj.com | Madison Tromler

NewsOne month after Austintown Township appointed its first-ever assistant fiscal officer, leaders have reduced the salary tied to the position by more than $10,000. AUSTINTOWN TWP., Ohio - One month after Austintown Township appointed its first-ever assistant fiscal officer, leaders have reduced the salary tied to the position by more than $10,000. Amy O'Brien, a former township union accountant, was promoted to the new role at an annual salary of $95,000.

2 weeks ago | wfmj.com | agoBy Madison Tromler |Madison Tromler

A newly released state audit found Fowler Township overspent by more than $450,000 in 2022 and 2023, but township officials said the issue was due to paperwork problems, not missing funds. According to the Ohio Auditor of State, the township’s general fund exceeded appropriations by more than $200,000 in 2022 and around $253,000 in 2023. The audit attributes the issue to insufficient documentation and budget filings.

2 weeks ago | wfmj.com | Madison Tromler

The Bessemer Borough Fire Department is facing changes after members resigned from the volunteer department late last week. Council President Doug Ordak said approximately eight firefighters turned in their gear on Friday, with resignations submitted following ongoing internal discussions. A maintenance employee who works for the fire department and the administration building, who asked not to be identified, said, "A few with personal agendas resigned.

3 weeks ago | wfmj.com | Madison Tromler

3 weeks ago | wfmj.com | Madison Tromler

NewsSmart meters promise to bring real-time data and potentially more accurate billing for Ohio utility customers. However, the technology isn't without criticism. Smart meters promise to bring real-time data and potentially more accurate billing for Ohio utility customers. The idea is that increased accuracy could help reduce unexpected charges, which can occur when traditional meters rely on estimates instead of exact readings. However, the technology isn't without criticism.