From attempts to address worker fatigue, lack of coherent mandatory safety plans, increasing transparency to the public and first responders about what trains are carrying, the dangers of such long trains, or establishing floors for minimum train crew, the railroads blocked everything, said Wytkind. A home and agricultural land in Lexington Township have been sold for $700,000, according to the latest real estate transfers filed with the Stark County Auditor's Office. 68-year-old man killed in head-on collision in Stark County, Ohio Gov. Updated: 9:39 AM EST February 28, 2023. A sedan traveled left of center to pass traffic in a no-passing zone, hitting Millers pickup truck head on, according to the release. The study cited Youngstowns average closing cost for properties at $1,797, annual property tax of $749, annual homeowners insurance of $280 and average annual mortgage payment of $2,565. The team traditionally throws a loose log over the bridge. The Ohio State Highway Patrol has identified the victim as Thomas K. Miller, of Minerva. Follow the link to read our updated Privacy Policy, Augusta native, three others killed in Ohio murder-suicide, Video shows Bentley race before crashing into Jeep that fatally ejected woman on I-90 in Cleveland, Hazmat contains diesel leak from overturned tanker in Sebring. If your child will play baseball or softball this spring, youll need to stock up on appropriate clothing and equipment. There is currently no limit imposed by the Federal Railroad Administration on train length. As part of her job at the railyard, Griffin was to inspect all railcars on inbound journeys for defects and put a tag on them to send the cars to the railroad yard repair shop. On outbound journeys, workers were supposed to check the cars air brakes and make a final inspection. East Canton students and staff will wear red tomorrow in support of our friends in Minerva. 0:57. Pete Buttigieg, the US transport secretary, in East Palestine last week. Troopers said Spurlock sustained non-life threatening injuries and was taken to Mercy Medical Hospital by EMT private ambulance service. STARK COUNTY, Ohio (WJW) The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating after a fatal crash in Stark County Thursday afternoon. BOLIVAR SmartAsset recently rated Youngstown as the third most-affordable place to live in Ohio. A signal maintainer on the railroads who requested to remain anonymous for fear of retaliation said that in recent years staff has been cut and the region signal maintainers are forced to cover has been extended as a result of precision scheduled railroading, a cost-cutting system that has resulted in class 1 railroads cutting their workforce by 30% since 2016. The methodology and interactive map can be CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - A strong low pressure system continues to move over northeast Ohio tonight. The Oscars will air on ABC and can be streamed on ABC.com and the ABC app as well as Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, AT&T TV or FuboTV. The severity of the injuries is not known at this time. If you would like to contact me on Facebook my name on there is Brandi Cooper Sodemann or my email is brandisodemann@yahoo.com. One week later, the Pioneers suddenly find themselves a win away from an NCAA Division II Tournament berth,. His wife, Theresa Cain, 46; son, Ethan Cain, 13; and another family member, William Felton, 74, also died during the shooting. ONSABURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WOIO) - A 68-year-old man died Thursday evening after a head-on collision in Stark County. Missed switches, something with crossings being overlooked could cause train derailments. Mike DeWine suffered injury while in East Palestine, U.S. The superintendent said in a statement, This is a terrible time for his family, friends and loved ones, and we extend our deepest condolences to all who cared for him. The Ohio Highway Patrol is investigating a three-vehicle fatal crash that happened at 8:30 a.m. Friday in Paris Township on U.S. 30. Credit: WKYC. What most people arent talking about that would have either mitigated a lot of the damage, and it may have prevented the derailment, is reducing the size of these trains, said Kurtz. A derailment with a 5,000-ton train with [a small amount of] hazardous material is a whole different animal than a derailment of an 18,000-ton train loaded with hazardous material. The cause of the explosion and fire has not yet been publicly released. State Police report a Chillicothe man died at the scene of a single vehicle wreck in Pike County, Ohio Wednesday afternoon. The Imperial Aluminum plant in Minerva is located approximately 30 miles East of Canton. Anyone with information regarding the crash should call deputies at 330-430-3800. FORECAST | Windy start to the weekendflurries too! The Ohio Highway Patrol is investigating a three-vehicle fatal crash that happened at 8:30 a.m. Friday in Paris Township on U.S. 30. All rights reserved. EDITOR'S NOTE: 3News Spring is creeping in closer, but anyone who lives in Northeast Ohio knows that March can still bring its fair share of snow. The district is also providing mental-health support for those who require it following the death of Grubb. Whatever your story, the region has tons to offer when it comes to experiences and adventures. The explosion, which was reported just before 3 a.m., resulted in a structure fire at the Imperial Aluminum plant, according to the Sandy Creek Joint Fire District in the Minerva area. A plane crash that killed five environmental consulting firm employees spurred false claims online that the experts were responding to a February 2023 train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. A wheel-bearing failure was cited as the cause of the crash in a preliminary report released by the National Transportation Safety Board. The Cambridge police officers said that no foul play is suspected, and Grubb's death is considered a tragic accident. Copyright 2022 WOIO. Canal Fulton couple filmed a PBS documentary about 1876 bridge collapse and train crash in Ashtabula. Updated: Nov 17, 2022 / 10:27 PM EST STARK COUNTY, Ohio (WJW) The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating after a fatal crash in Stark County Thursday afternoon. First responders worked with plant employees to extinguish the fire. COLUMBUS, Ohio Most AEP Ohio customers had their power restored Monday night after a strong round of storms moved through central Ohio. WebA cross country runner from Minerva High School was struck by a tree and died of related injuries Saturday in a postrace accident at a Division II district meet at Cambridge High School. Download the News 5 Cleveland app now for more stories from us, plus alerts on major news, the latest weather forecast, traffic information and much more. The railroads have opposed any government regulation on train length; they have sought waivers to eliminate having trained inspectors monitor railcars; and they have pushed back on the train crew staffing rule. said Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (Blet) national president Eddie Hall in a statement after the NTSB preliminary report on the East Palestine derailment. COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) An Interstate 270 ramp was blocked Thursday in east Columbus after a semi-truck carrying fuel crashed into the median. I'm just so sad I'm never going to hear that again," Scott said. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Junior student Owen Grubb has died following injuries sustained in a cross-country race. We are grateful for the swift actions of first responders and to the entire Ohio cross-country community for their continuing prayers for all of those who loved and will miss Owen. Last weekend, Minerva High School Junior Owen Grubb died from injuries he received in a post-race accident following a weekend cross-country meet. CAMBRIDGE, Ohio (WJW) A Minerva High School junior was hit and killed by a falling tree after a cross-country meet on Saturday. Explosion, fire at Ohio aluminum plant leaves 1 person injured (photos), Ohio Gov. Learn more about our streaming options here. The crash remains under investigation. The Subaru driver, 22-year-old Ava Burman, of Minerva, was taken to the Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital. Copyright 2022 WOIO. "The Eastern District Track and Cross Country Coaches extend their heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the entire Minerva cross-country family following the tragic accident that occurred at the District cross country meet yesterday," it read. The coach told officials four students were all either sitting on, pulling, or pushing the tree. He was severely injured and life-flighted to a hospital in Akron where he was pronounced dead from his injuries, police said. Hollie Strano has the hour-by-hour details in her morning weather forecast for Friday, March 3, 2023. The incident occurred on a walking trail across from the school campus where there is a footbridge that crosses a creek, according to a Repository report. The Ohio Highway Patrol is investigating a three-vehicle fatal crash that happened at 8:30 a.m. Friday in Paris Township on U.S. 30. Credit: WKYC. 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The crash occurred on Sunday at approximately 10:54 a.m WAYNE TOWNSHIP, Columbiana Co, Ohio - The Lisbon Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash with multiple fatalities. The incident took place in Cambridge, about an hour south of Akron, during the OHSAA Eastern District cross-country track meet. COLUMBUS, Ohio Most AEP Ohio customers had their power restored Monday night after a strong round of storms moved through central Ohio. Read our affiliate disclosure policy here. In memory of Grubb, the county's cross-country coaches are naming him their only runner of the week this week. Yes, well if peter had done a better job of providing, perhaps patti would not have been working so hard and not been at that place that morning. Example video title will go here for this video. According to state troopers, a 2016 Subaru Impreza was heading northbound on Wood Avenue when it went left of center, hitting a Ford van heading the opposite direction. Rainfall totals have generally been between 0.75 to 1.5, contributing to the threat for localized flooding and elevated water levels in rivers, creeks and streams. The highway patrol said a third vehicle traveling behind Miller also crashed, but the driver was not injured. The industry has dismissed safety concerns on the issue. COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) An Interstate 270 ramp was blocked Thursday in east Columbus after a semi-truck carrying fuel crashed into the median. He fled with an undisclosed amount of money. According to a post by Lisbon Mayor Peter Wilson on his Facebook page, former Ohio Department of Natural Resources employee Mike West suggested that he make a trip to Highlandtown Lake in Washington Township near Salineville. Last weekend, Minerva High School Junior Owen Grubb died from injuries he received in a post-race accident following a weekend cross-country meet. 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