Meijer now accepting SNAP benefits for pickup, online orders
Meijer announced today that stores in Ohio are now accepting Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for its Meijer Pickup and Home Delivery shopping...
Computer-education classes for September, October
Computer-education classes for September, October | Programs cover computer education, technology, and the internet. Many include skills needed for the workplace. Classes are free, but...
Ohio simplifies online notarizations, document processing
Ohio simplifies online notarizations | Any document can now be notarized online with a certified online notary and the necessary technology.
Online notarization became legal...
State urges Ohioans to research unclaimed funds
Approximately one in seven people in the United States currently have unclaimed funds. In Ohio, the Department of Commerce’s Division of Unclaimed Funds is...
How Ohio’s medical marijuana law affects the workplace
Ohio’s legalized medical marijuana law became operational in Ohio in January 2019. What does this mean for Ohio’s employers, job applicants and employees?
First, there...
Column: Knowing copyright, trademark in the .com era
Technological advancements make it more important than ever for people or businesses to protect their intellectual property. Whether you are an author, an artist,...
Homeland Security defines essential critical infrastructure workers
March 19 – The following list of sectors and identified essential critical infrastructure workers are an initial recommended set and are intended to be...
Free library computer classes cover internet, resumes, nonprofits
Free library computer classes at area libaries cover computer education, resumes, and nonprofits. Many programs include skills needed for business and home finance. The...
How to safely deposit stimulus check, protect yourself from fraud
With COVID-19 putting a financial strain on American families and businesses, the distribution of stimulus checks was a sign of relief for many but...
State Fire Marshal: Make safety centerpiece of Thanksgiving
A golden-brown turkey with delicious sides may set the stage for the perfect Thanksgiving feast, but state officials urge Ohioans to make fire safety...
Penn State financial webinars to cover identity theft
Penn State Extension will offer two webinars aimed at helping participants protect their identity.
“Your Money Matters: Identity Theft” will take place from noon to...
Q&A: Think twice before making a do-it-yourself lease
Q: I bought a commercial property that I plan to lease to a small business. I’d like to handle the leasing process myself rather...
May 5: Scrappers to host summer job fair at Eastwood Field
The Mahoning Valley Scrappers will host a job fair for game-day positions from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, May 5 at Eastwood Field in...
Column: Holiday spending and credit cards
Using credit cards for holiday spending is neither good nor bad. They can enable you to take advantage of sales and manage your cash....
Ohio’s minimum wage increased Jan. 1 to $10.10 per hour
Ohio’s minimum wage increased on Jan. 1 to $10.10 per hour for non-tipped employees and $5.05 per hour for tipped employees. The minimum wage...
COVID-19 emergency loans seek to stem hardship
COVID-19 emergency loans seek to stem hardship | The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley is partnering with HFLA of Northeast Ohio in the...
WalletHub ranks best gift cards for 2020 holiday season
WalletHub ranks best gift cards for 2020 holiday season | To help consumers, WalletHub compared the 50 most popular options.
Gift cards are supposed to...
Computer technology education classes for September, October
Computer technology education classes for September, October | Programs at area public libraries cover computer education, technology and the internet. Many include skills needed...
Mahoning County second-half real estate bills due on Aug. 10
Mahoning County Treasurer Dan Yemma is announcing that property owners will receive their second-half real estate tax bills in the mail in the coming...
Melting, freezing snow leaves Ohio homes vulnerable to damage
The buildup of snow on driveways and windshields is a typical wintertime sight, but snow piling atop a home’s roof is another common occurrence...
