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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
SteelHounds win shootout, finish third
SteelHounds win shootout, finish third YOUNGSTOWN — Ryan Bennett’s second goal of the game and
Suspended Farrell principal faces board hearing
FARRELL, Pa. — The suspended Farrell High School principal, who’s fighting for his job, will give
Kindergarten registration information
kindergarten registration Schools are beginning to register children for kindergarten for the
Records Request: Salem City Council
Here’s a list of all the materials sought by Columbiana County Republican Party Chairman David
Area achievements for March 24, 2008
YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY Sara E. Weigel of Poland has been named a member of Sigma Alpha
Notebook: SteelHounds
More records: Friday’s victory give the SteelHounds their 38th victory, the most in three years of
Grads List: Recent area graduates
GRADS LIST These students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted: UNIVERSITY OF
Area births at St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Unique Hopkins and Antwan Williams, Youngstown, girl,
Boardman trustees call 2 mechanics back to work
The administrator said the move will save money. BOARDMAN — Two of the township’s three mechanics
Family sues over injuries
The girl, now 17, has burns to 30 percent of her body. YOUNGSTOWN — An Austintown girl and her
Springfield trustee calls for frugality
The administrative secretary’s position was made full time this year to comply with state law.
YSU Baseball team falls
ysu Baseball team falls INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — Freshman Grant Fillipitch singled with the bases
Holy Week services In the Valley and in the area
A list of Easter Sunday church services open to the public in observance of Holy Week. BAPTIST
Thursday’s Games
Thursday’s Games San Antonio 102, Chicago 80 Boston 94, Dallas 90 L.A. Lakers 106, Utah 95
Gov. Richardson backs Obama for president
The endorsement came later than Obama might have hoped. WASHINGTON — New Mexico Gov. Bill
Mahoning County Indictments
These people were indicted Thursday by the Mahoning County grand jury: Joshua Thompson, 21, of
Security of government data is poor
Use of outside contractors is a possible problem. WASHINGTON — Government agencies have a long
Canfield lawman to get his due
The marshal’s killers were sentenced to life in the penitentiary. CANFIELD — More than 127
Here's the latest 15 charged in the theft ring
\After a one-year investigation of an alleged major theft and conspiracy ring, the Mahoning County
SteelHounds seal playoff spot
The SteelHounds overcame a 3-1 deficit with six straight goals for a 7-4 win. YOUNGSTOWN —
Clinton lashes out over photo
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hillary Rodham Clinton’s campaign criticized Barack Obama’s campaign Friday for
No word on punishment for nurse who gave wrong shots
LISBON — An official at the Ohio Board of Nursing said she cannot comment on whether a nurse may
Gambling raid nets couple
Charges tied to a gambling raid at Treasure Island may come within a week, a detective says.
Reservists due home
Reservists due home VIENNA — Twenty-three Marine Corps Reservists assigned to Landing Support
Dominion hearing set on billing
Part of the proposal is a revised billing rate for the customers. YOUNGSTOWN — Dominion East Ohio
GOP leader wants Salem answers
Johnson wants to see how seriously city council investigated whether the safety director’s job
Orders for burglars
Customers requested item, suspects stole it, police say A task force continues to investigate
Chevy Centre ticketing proposals under review
A ticketing agency is expected to be at the center by the end of April. YOUNGSTOWN — City
Hiram College offers four summer academies
The programs help high school students develop talents in various fields. HIRAM — Hiram College
Miss Alexander, Mr. Fleischer to be married
X Cathy Chance of Austintown and Terry Alexander of Youngstown are announcing the engagement of
Muslims mark prophet’s birthday
On Thursday, Muslims around the world observed the Prophet Muhammad’s birthday. The way individual
Christina Olson and Mark Smith are engaged
X POLAND — Bill and Mary Jo Olson, 8552 Reserve Drive, announce the engagement of their daughter,
‘Shutter’ comes up short
This Japanese horror flick remake doesn’t click. The influence of the Japanese school of
Ex-Beach Boys settle suit over use of name
Ex-Beach Boys settle suit over use of name LOS ANGELES — Two former members of the Beach Boys
Vehicle contest carries $10M prize
More than 60 teams are competing for the prize. NEW YORK (AP) — The X Prize Foundation, best known
Tyler Perry takes a step backward with ‘Browns’
It’s a slapdash dramedy about a single mom and her family. Tyler Perry’s fans know enough to
Bush can strike a blow for democracy in Africa
Editorial: During his visit to Africa last month, President Bush talked often and passionately about freedom —
Don’t sacrifice safety for outdoor adventures
Nobody deserves to get hurt while fishing, but Mother Nature is not exactly warm and fuzzy about
Husband’s off his meds and back to being a big headache
Dear Annie: I’ve been married a long time, and my husband has always been difficult, sullen and
Announcement made of Hannis, Walsh engagement
X AUSTINTOWN — The engagement of Molly Ann Hannis, a daughter of Jim and Ann Hannis, 2268 Penny
Candidates lack candor on the economy
Opinion: I would be a lot more worked up about getting Michigan and Florida delegates seated at the
Spring Job Expo at YSU
Spring Job Expo at YSU YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University students looking for a
Center focuses on early New Testament manuscripts
The earliest known fragment is a scrap of papyrus from around A.D. 125. DALLAS — Armed with
U.S. heads for severe recession, many economists now agree
Economic stimulus checks for taxpayers this summer may bring relief, some say. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Mulholland-Meek troth announced by their parents
X Marisa Vasquez, 313 Sixth St., Campbell, a daughter of Mariceli Flores, 416 Almyra Ave.,
Demand remains high for private jets
One expert expects 15,000 business jets to be sold over the next decade. WASHINGTON (AP) — The
It’s time for the dance of the woodcock
On Sunday night my daughter, Emma, will be dancing with her teammates. She’s a freshman on Cornell
For $22,995, you can get a turbocharged Chevy Cobalt SS
LORDSTOWN — The new, turbocharged Chevrolet Cobalt SS will carry a starting price of $22,995.
For $22,995, get a turbocharged Chevy Cobalt SS
LORDSTOWN — The new, turbocharged Chevrolet Cobalt SS will carry a starting price of $22,995.
Gibson widens legal attack on video games
The company says it is trying to protect its intellectual property rights. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP)
Miss Shak to wed Mr. Craven in Dublin church
X BOARDMAN — Announcement is made by Mr. and Mrs. Richard Craven, 6650 Harrington Ave., of the
Multicultural church event
Multicultural church event YOUNGSTOWN — Gibson Heights Second Presbyterian Church, 755 E. Dewey
YSU forms international faculty group
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University is forming an International Faculty Association. “The
Iraq a political minefield for candidates
Opinion: WASHINGTON — For the third time since World War II, Americans are picking a new president amid sharp
Bear Stearns not paying for its sins
Opinion: BOSTON — I don’t know too many economists who get confused with preachers. But there are times when
That time of the year, again
Editorial: Sacramento Bee: Hey, you! Yeah, YOU! Put down the pencil. Don’t touch that keyboard. Leave your
McCain meets with French president
PARIS (AP) — Republican presidential hopeful Sen. John McCain said Friday that China is harming its
YSU plans to sponsor a diversity conference
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University’s Department of Social Work will sponsor a diversity
Bread of Life
Making bread consecrated for Holy Communion is ministry at Blessed Sacrament Church WARREN —
YouTube reveals Video Awards winners
An unknown crooner became a star with his ‘Chocolate Rain’ video. NEW YORK (AP) — And the winner
May wedding set by Melanie Kardos and Kevin Isaac
X Announcement is being made of the engagement of Melanie Anne Kardos, a daughter of Paul and Linda
NEOUCOM to keep Valley links intact
NEOUCOM sees Youngstown as ‘an incredibly important part’ of its constituency. YOUNGS-TOWN —
Naked man dies after police stun him with Taser
DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Authorities in South Florida say a man who was found naked on the
Alexander-Harry spring wedding will be in April
X YOUNGSTOWN — Keith Tucker and Joyce Alexander, 29701‚Ñ2 Northview Blvd., announce the engagement
Ogilivie leads, Woods lurking
Ogilivie leads, Woods lurking Geoff Ogilvy was bogey-free over two days on the Blue Monster, but
Chevrolet Centre: Ticketing agency proposals
CHEVROLET CENTRE |Ticketing agency proposals Seven companies submitted proposals to serve as the
Conglose to repay city if ordered
The former official gave about $3,000 to his attorney to pay the city if required. YOUNGSTOWN
Carmona is focused, tough-minded
He came out of no where to win 19 games for the Indians last year. WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — No
Tap water confirmed as source of salmonella
Tap water confirmed as source of salmonella DENVER — It could be three more weeks before residents
Jennifer Myers and Jaret Gibbons set Aug. wedding
X YOUNGSTOWN — Dave and Peggy Myers, 2675 S. Schenley Ave., announce the engagement of their
Mahoning County marriage licenses
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Johnny P. Branch II, 56, of 136 Jefferson St., Campbell, and
movie reviews |In local theaters
“THE BANK JOB” (C): This is a solid, no-nonsense heist thriller, yet one that ultimately fails to
Today is Saturday, March 22, the 82nd day of 2008. There are 284 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Saturday, March 22, the 82nd day of 2008. There are 284 days left in the year. On this date
Adults move back with parents
Parents jeopardize their financial freedom by helping their adult children. MILWAUKEE (AP) —
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT The annual Easter egg hunt today at Tots Town in Boardman Park was listed with an
Get time with boss? Use it productively
Complaining won’t lead to anything positive. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — You bump into the boss in
Flea-and-tick products can be dangerous and require care
Dear Heloise: I read your article about flea medication and the adverse reaction a cat had to it. I
Phantoms drop 3-2 decision to Alpena at Ice Zone
The win assured a return playoff trip for the Ice Diggers against the Phantoms in April.