SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM AVAILABLE FOR EAST PALESTINE HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS

Last Updated on February 27, 2024 at 2:12pm

Established by Norfolk Southern, the East Palestine Bulldog Legacy Scholarship will be awarded to students who have shown academic success and a commitment to the community. Awards are up to $4,000 ($1,000 a year, renewable for up to 4 years of continuing education). Applications will be accepted Feb. 26 – March 22, 2024.

For questions about the scholarship program, email [email protected].

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Norfolk Southern, State of Ohio, Village of East Palestine, Youngstown State University Partner to Secure Long-Term Success of East Palestine First Responders Training Center

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Site Update: 11/21/25

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New Pickleball and Tennis Courts Now Open at East Palestine Park

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November 21, 2025

Norfolk Southern, State of Ohio, Village of East Palestine, Youngstown State University Partner to Secure Long-Term Success of East Palestine First Responders Training Center

Plan made possible through engagement across Trump-Vance Administration and Ohio federal and state leaders EAST PALESTINE, OH, Nov. 21, 2025 – In collaboration with Vice President J.D. Vance, U.S. Sen. Jon Husted, U.S. Sen. Bernie Moreno, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, U.S. Rep. Mike Rulli and local leaders, Norfolk Southern has announced an agreement in principle with the
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November 21, 2025

Site Update: 11/21/25

Site Activities: Site restoration activities are complete including demobilization of equipment and temporary work trailers. Crews may be on-site infrequently to perform periodic maintenance. Sitewide surface water, groundwater, and drinking water monitoring continues per the schedules defined in the associated work plans.
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August 11, 2025

New Pickleball and Tennis Courts Now Open at East Palestine Park

Last Updated on January 12, 2026 at 11:20am The Morning Journal published a story highlighting major progress in the $25 million East Palestine Park project, including the opening of brand-new pickleball and tennis courts. Both courts officially opened to the public. Progress on the park’s aquatic center is also advancing, with the pool’s foundation now
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