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MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jason J. Hinrichs, 25, of 130 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, and
Chairman appointed
Chairman appointed McDONALD -- Mayor James W. Border appointed former Mayor Thomas Leskovac
Wrong Crime Stoppers
Wrong Crime Stoppers YOUNGSTOWN -- An incorrect Crime Stoppers was issued by the Mahoning County
YOUNGSTOWN Wasted space found at schools
The state will re-evaluate the schools to decide if an additional $10 million should be spent on
Sharing the stage
To be or not to be together. That was the question for two Columbiana County theater groups. By
WEATHERSFIELD SCHOOLS Education board approves increase in cost of lunches
MINERAL RIDGE -- The cost of a school lunch for the 1,100 Weathersfield Local Schools students being
Man gets jail time for corrupting a minor
WARREN -- A 22-year-old city man will serve six months behind bars for corrupting a minor. Charles
Bush reaches decision on stem-cell research
Bush reaches decision on stem-cell research WACO, Texas -- After months of deliberations,
YOUNGSTOWN MAYOR'S RACE Board refuses candidate's subpoena request
Percy Squire's attorney said he is disappointed the board viewed his request as 'tit-for-tat.' By
STRUTHERS City won't pay legal bills for police captain
The mayor says bad bookkeeping by the police chief caused the misunderstanding. By PAUL WHEATLEY
FRANKLIN SQUARE Vehicle knocks over markers including veteran's grave
Some markers were smashed into with enough force to knock them several feet off their foundations.
Unionized engineer's workers have new three-year contract
WARREN -- Unionized employees of the Trumbull County Engineer's Office have settled on a new
'HAMLET'
'HAMLET' When: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and Aug. 17, 18, 24 and 25. Where: Waterworth Memorial
Students need shot in arm
Opinion: The Mahoning Valley was made tragically aware of the dangers of meningitis this spring when two West
LORDSTOWN Board agrees to pursue 5-year emergency levy
The board will give a second reading to the levy at a meeting next week. By DENISE DICK
SANDY LAKE, PA. 2 in family share prize
SANDY LAKE, Pa. -- They say you can't win the lottery unless you play -- and Thelma P. Hovis, 70,
Bonds will finance addition at library
Bonds will finance addition at library COLUMBIANA -- Financing is in place for constructing and
Deaf association conference is this weekend at Avalon Inn
The Miss Deaf Ohio Pageant will be Friday night at Lakeview High School in Cortland. HOWLAND --
U.S. AMATEUR QUALIFIER Karzmer, Perry reach championship round
They both shot 4-under-par 140 and advance to Atlanta's East Lake Golf Club. By PHIL NOVAK
Couch wears brace on knee as precaution
Browns offensive coordinator Bruce Arians is behind the move. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS
Board refuses candidate's subpoena request
Percy Squire's attorney said he is disappointed the board viewed his request as 'tit-for-tat.' By
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City wants planner for downtown ideas
A third of the state planning grant will be used to reimburse a local businessman who helped fund an
NEW CASTLE Former employee accused of using Red Cross money
A preliminary hearing date has been set. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A former American Red Cross employee
NILES Deputy city auditor: Resurrect indigent burial fund ordinance
The state used to kick in $750 for indigent burials. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
FLEX-IBILITY: Robby Tullio, above left, of Austintown poses with Youngstown State linebacker Jon
FLEX-IBILITY: Robby Tullio, above left, of Austintown poses with Youngstown State linebacker Jon
Girard board members have only themselves to blame
Opinion: The Girard Board of Education is learning the hard way that stonewalling parents' concerns about
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Cell phone abusers, dial M for Madness
It's Tuesday afternoon. A woman at the Giant Eagle speaks into her cell phone. She toddles down the
GETTING IT RIGHT
Rosemary Schmitt, a member of the Girard Board of Education, voted Tuesday in favor of hiring a
MAHONING COUNTY Engineer: Don't go with low bidder
Vicki Sherlock was the only commissioner who'd say how she plans to vote. By BOB JACKSON
CHILD SUPPORT Mahoning Co. audit will include agency
A CSEA union president welcomes the state's audit of the agency's finances. By BOB JACKSON
WNBA Wednesday's other games
Sparks 79, Mercury 67 Lisa Leslie scored 24 points as Los Angeles extended its WNBA-record winning
LIBERTY Hampton Inn open for business
The manager said the new hotel had a full house for its first weekend. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
YOUNGSTOWN Bondsman pleads guilty to charges for bribing judge
The Campbell man went from facing three felonies to one misdemeanor count. By BOB JACKSON
YOUNGSTOWN Report leads to charge
The commander of the Crisis Intervention Unit said that if the woman truly needs help, it can be
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
XDeena and Bryan Brace of Bayview are announcing the birth of a son, Cameron John, July 24 at
AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles
ACTORS "The Movement." WKBN Channel 27, 3930 Sunset Blvd., Youngstown; (330) 782-1144, 11-3
Hubbard Twp. man named police chief
The new township police chief takes over Monday. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials decline lawyer
The attorney would be hired for a hearing separate from the case involving the sheriff's election
HUBBARD Trustees OK police levy for Nov. ballot
The township hasn't asked for a raise in taxes for 10 years. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Did AEP commit the blunder of the century?
Opinion: Did AEP commit the blunder of the century? EDITOR: The Vindicator of Aug. 3 on page B12 had a
TRUMBULL COUNTY During sweep, authorities find dozens of suspected pot plants
Arrests are expected once lab tests are in, one official said. WARREN -- The Trumbull County
BEREA Race against time: Browns pass two-minute test
Coach Butch Davis was pleased with the team's execution. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Skowron suit falls through
The lawyer for a former deputy sheriff said an appeal is likely. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
SOFTBALL Valley Sting goes unbeaten in national meet to win title
The 12-and-younger squad won eight games in the NSA B World Series. CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The Valley
WARREN CSC seeks flexible contract for resurrection
It may take many weeks to hammer out the financial details of a revised union contract, the local
POLITICAL MONEY FLOWS TO DEMOCRATS
Opinion: Kansas City Star: The recent flood of campaign donations to Senate Democrats illustrates, once
CONCERT Yes, local talent will rock Blossom Music Center
Five Mahoning Valley musicians will share the stage with a legendary rock band. By SEAN BARRON
DAIRY CLASS PLACEMENT Junior Champions
DAIRY CLASS PLACEMENT Junior Champions Ayrshire: Jeremy Timmons of Salem. Brown Swiss: Natalie
NEW CASTLE Teachers can opt for severance deal
The district can save $20,000 a year for teachers who accept . By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
SURPLUS FOOD
Antioch Baptist Church, 110 Funston St., Youngstown, various commodities, 10 a.m. Friday.
Metros untracked in tourney after late rally falls short, 7-5
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. -- Ross Buttle came through in his only opportunity. Still, it wasn't enough to
Sheriff's department to get money
Revenue from the county's sales tax is greater than officials had estimated. By NORMAN LEIGH
TRUMBULL COUNTY Eastern District Court to stay in current location
Moving costs would eat up the savings from lower rent, two commissioners argue. By STEPHEN SIFF
SHARPSVILLE, PA. Former official pushes abatement program
Gary Grandy said a five-year tax break on new construction would be appropriate. By HAROLD GWIN
Explosion kills three at Israeli restaurant
Explosion kills three at Israeli restaurant JERUSALEM -- A bomb exploded in a pizza restaurant in
Deadline for pageant
Deadline for pageant YOUNGSTOWN -- The deadline to apply for the Little Miss CityFest contest is 3
Federal renewal plan offers hope for city
An outcry from smaller cities across the country led the federal government to create the new
HOWLAND Residents to get a deal on price of natural gas
To be a part of the plan, residents must request the switch in providers. HOWLAND -- Township
Deaf association conference is this weekend at Avalon Inn
The Miss Deaf Ohio Pageant will be Friday night at Lakeview High School in Cortland. HOWLAND --