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Ohio's fall hunting season begins in September; new senior discount age announced

State Representative Monica Robb Blasdel (R-New Waterford) announced that Ohio’s fall hunting season will officially begin in September. “Hunting is a proud tradition in Ohio that brings families and friends together each fall,” said Rep. Robb...

By Youngstown Times | Aug 27, 2025

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Ohio tourism welcomed over 240 million visitors in 2024

Ohio State Representative Monica Robb Blasdel (R-New Waterford) has announced that Ohio’s tourism industry attracted more than 240 million visitors in 2024.

By Youngstown Times | Aug 26, 2025

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Mahoning County saw 19.5% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

By Youngstown Times | Aug 15, 2025

In 2022, government transfers contributed 28.3% of income in Mahoning County. How does this compare to historical figures?

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FOIA request sent to Mahoning County Sheriff's Office regarding job applications on August 14, 2025

By Youngstown Times | Aug 14, 2025

FOIA Request to Mahoning County Sheriff's Office regarding the number of applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.

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Rep. Monica Robb Blasdel announces disaster relief funds for Ohio farmers

By Youngstown Times | Jul 16, 2025

State Representative Monica Robb Blasdel (R-New Waterford) has announced the opening of applications for the USDA Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP).

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Robb Blasdel tours new emergency response trailer in Columbiana

By Youngstown Times | Jul 15, 2025

State Representative Monica Robb Blasdel recently visited Columbiana to tour the city's new emergency response trailer.

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Mahoning County: 28.3% of income comes from government transfers, ranking 32nd in Ohio

By Youngstown Times | Jul 10, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 28.3% of income in Mahoning County—ranking it 32nd most dependent among Ohio counties.

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2024 H-1B petitions: Approvals for employers classified under Educational Services industry across Youngstown Times publication area

By Youngstown Times | Jun 30, 2025

All H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under the Educational Services industry located across Youngstown Times publication area were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Ohio House approves budget plan focusing on tax relief and education funding

By Youngstown Times | Jun 25, 2025

State Representative Monica Robb Blasdel has announced the Ohio House of Representatives' approval of the conference committee report for Am.

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2024 H-1B petitions: Approvals for employers classified under Real Estate and Rental and Leasing industry across Youngstown Times publication area

By Youngstown Times | Jun 23, 2025

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Real Estate and Rental and Leasing employers across Youngstown Times publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Rep. Robb Blasdel supports new vicious dog owner regulations

By Youngstown Times | Jun 18, 2025

State Representative Monica Robb Blasdel has cast her vote in favor of House Bill 247, also referred to as "Avery's Law."

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How many H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under the Public Administration industry in Youngstown Times publication area during 2024?

By Youngstown Times | Jun 16, 2025

The only H-1B petition filed by an employer classified under the Public Administration industry located across Youngstown Times publication area was approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Ohio House passes E-Verify Workforce Integrity Act

By Youngstown Times | Jun 11, 2025

State Representative Monica Robb Blasdel has expressed her support for the E-Verify Workforce Integrity Act, known as H.B. 246.

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How many H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry in Youngstown Times publication area during 2024?

By Youngstown Times | Jun 9, 2025

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services employers across Youngstown Times publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Rep. Blasdel joins State Emergency Response Commission

By Youngstown Times | Jun 9, 2025

State Representative Monica Robb Blasdel has been appointed to the State Emergency Response Commission (SERC) by Ohio House Speaker Matt Huffman.

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Columbiana County Park District secures $1.3M for Greenway Trail repairs

By Youngstown Times | Jun 6, 2025

State Representative Monica Robb Blasdel has announced the allocation of state funds to support the repair efforts for the Little Beaver Creek Greenway Trail in Columbiana County.

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Resolution calls for congressional probe into East Palestine train derailment

By Youngstown Times | Jun 5, 2025

State Representative Monica Robb Blasdel has introduced a resolution calling for Congress to create a special committee.

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Ohio House passes bill increasing penalties for human trafficking

By Youngstown Times | Jun 4, 2025

State Representative Monica Robb Blasdel has expressed her support for the Ohio House's recent approval of the Human Trafficking Prevention Act.

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H-1B approvals for employers classified under Manufacturing industry across Youngstown Times publication area in 2024

By Youngstown Times | Jun 2, 2025

All H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under the Manufacturing industry located across Youngstown Times publication area were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Ohio House passes bill prohibiting arrest and citation quotas

By Youngstown Times | May 28, 2025

State Representative Monica Robb Blasdel has announced the passage of House Bill 131 by the Ohio House of Representatives.