Tasty fundraiser benefits Sojourner

Tasty fundraiser benefits Sojourner

kPhyllis Miller of Austintown samples Thai chicken during the fifth annual Chefs’ Secrets cooking show at the Holiday Inn MetroPlex in Liberty. Sunday’s fundraiser will benefit Sojourner House of Youngstown, which provides a confidential place for women and children trying to escape an abusive situation.

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YMHA to change

kA new executive director and a comprehensive plan are expected to result in significant changes to the Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority.

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Election planned

kThe Ohio Soil and Water Conservation Commission has planned an election Sept. 19 for one member of the board of supervisors of the Mahoning County Soil and Water Conservation District.

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ohio

Revised gun law

kConcealed weapons permit holders can now keep a gun hidden in a car as long as they’re carrying it in a secure holster, one of several changes to Ohio’s conceal-carry law taking effect today.

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pennsylvania

Smoking ban

kSmokers in Pennsylvania who enjoy lighting up in public have only a few more days before a new law makes them quit the habit.

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