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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Airforce says more tickets to be made available for air show next month
VIENNA — Township residents, particularly those who live near the Youngstown Air Reserve Station,
Pavlik never interested in Showtime tournament
YOUNGSTOWN — When Showtime announced its lineup last week for its upcoming super middleweight
State approves funds for four Mahoning Valley projects
The state Controlling Board has approved funding for four projects in the Mahoning Valley. Among
Three postal branches might be on the chopping block
Three postal branches might be on the chopping block
Pro-life group ousts Ryan from its advisory board
Upset by what is sees as U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan abandoning his pro-life position, Democrats For Life of
Ryan works on Delphi Packard retirees’ behalf
WARREN — U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan has stepped in to help Delphi Packard Electric retirees who fear they
Decision on Youngstown job losses to come at month’s end
YOUNGSTOWN — The city administration will decide at the end of the month how many city employees
U.S. Rep. Brown leads Senate Agriculture Subcommittee on Hunger, Nutrition, and Family Farms.
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, a Democrat from Avon, is the new chairman of the U.S. Senate Agriculture
Nurses association threatens Forum with a strike
YOUNGSTOWN — The Ohio Nurses Association has coupled its objection to Forum’s motion to void the
New and used car sales in Valley fell in June
Sales of both new and used vehicles in the Mahoning Valley fell in June. Area dealers sold 1,746
Philanthropists provide dollars to two Valley churches
Two churches in the Mahoning Valley have benefitted from the generosity of philanthropists Tony and
Forum’s pension plan underfunded by $207 million, PBGC says
YOUNGSTOWN — The pension plan of the bankrupt Forum Health is underfunded by an estimated
WORTH A LOOK | Events are open to the public
dances • North Shenango Community Center, 2857 state Route 285, Espyville, will sponsor an oldies
Northeast Ohio outpaces nation in several industries
The region’s scientific and legal industries are growing faster than the national average. An
Motorcyclists honor fallen police officers
Motorcyclists honor fallen police officers By VIRGINIA ROSS SHANK Folks such as Pat and Jane
Youngstown Playhouse costumes, props to take center stage at auction
YOUNGSTOWN — More than 125 military uniforms, plus accessories, that are part of the Youngstown
Looking to bid Beast mulcher adieu, Boardman to give Web site a 2nd try
The township reduced the starting bid for the machine by $89,000. BOARDMAN — The township got
Niles prepares to begin remote meter readings
The wireless network contains more than 100 radios and four hubs that cover the entire city.
Danny DeVito serves lemon liqueur at festival
Danny DeVito serves lemon liqueur at festival NEW ORLEANS — Actor Danny DeVito served up his own
Bad boy Brock Lesnar entertains, but UFC isn’t laughing
“I come from a business that is purely entertainment. I screwed up, and I apologize.” Brock Lesnar
Omg! Positive tone boosts Yahoo celebrity site to top
SANTA MONICA, Calif. (AP) — Think of the most popular brands in celebrity news, and you’ll probably
The boob tube
NEW YORK (AP) — Lee Richman installs high-end home theater systems that can cost as much as
Ben Carlson helps power Scrappers past Muckdogs
BATAVIA, N.Y. — Ben Carlson went 2-for-4 with two runs scored and his first homer of the season to
College taps into African music
BOSTON — Victor Dogah bobs his head and smiles, quickly getting the hang of the Puerto Rican rhythm
TNT police drama ‘Dark Blue’ aims for grittiness
BURBANK, Calif. — Dylan McDermott has lost his sex appeal. The 47-year-old actor’s face has been
Poll: All-Stars, Series should not be linked
Every time Tony La Russa walks onto a field, it’s serious. So the St. Louis Cardinals manager wants
‘Transumers’ rent rather than buy
MIAMI (AP) — Cassandra Smith spends $800 a month renting designer handbags and leases a luxury condo
Kurt Busch, Jimmie Johnson trade paint and then words
JOLIET, Ill. (AP) — Kurt Busch and Jimmie Johnson traded paint. It might be awhile until they
Thomas and Inge lead Tigers to win over Tribe
DETROIT (AP) — Brandon Inge said he wasn’t sure how to prepare for today’s Home Run Derby, but the
Feliz slam lifts Phillies past Pirates
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Pedro Feliz provided the offense, J.A. Happ kept the Pirates in check, and in a
Tour roundup \ News and notes
In front: The Men Cat 3 race was won by Brent Martin of Stow (Stark Velo), followed by Kevan
Who’s willing to pay higher taxes?
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Economic policy, which became startling when Washington began buying automobile
Early-stage venture capital investments in Ohio grew by nearly 50 percent last year, compared with a
Early-stage venture capital investments in Ohio grew by nearly 50 percent last year, compared with a
MLB ROUNDUP \ Sunday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Angels 5, Yankees 4 ANAHEIM, Calif. — John Lackey pitched seven solid innings
NEW ON HOME VIDEO This week’s DVD releases
Available Tuesday: “The Edge of Love” (unrated, 110 minutes): In John Maybury’s speculative
Assault of man reported in Hermitage
HERMITAGE, Pa. — Mercer County 911 Center reported an assault at 1:05 a.m. Sunday in the parking lot
Design proposal sails in for Cleveland waterfront
CLEVELAND (AP) — Advisers with experience in urban waterfront design have reported to the Cleveland
Cops place no targets on X-rated businesses
Adults-only cabarets, stores aren’t singled out, local police say By ELISE FRANCO The only
Thrilled spectators urge full speed ahead for 2010 race
43 cyclists compete Sunday on West Federal Street in Youngstown as part of the four-stage Tour of the Valley. The three-day bicycle race concluded Sunday with a 1.1 downtown Youngstown course.
Picture-posters beware
Picture-posters beware Chicago Tribune: Sharing photographs — with friends, family, even tertiary
BRITAIN
BRITAIN The Independent, July 8: The memorial to those who died in the 7/7 London bombings four
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED George W. Mosley III The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is
Dario Franchitti wins at Toronto
TORONTO (AP) — Dario Franchitti had nearly forgotten what it was like to win on the streets of
Pa. employees brace for payless paydays
HARRISBURG (AP) — Pennsylvania’s budget breakdown is approaching its third week, with no end in
STANDINGS \ New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Scrappers (Indians)168.667— Williamsport (Phillies)1311.5423
Ohio angle left out of new Dillinger movie
TOLEDO (AP) — Before becoming Public Enemy No. 1, gangster John Dillinger pulled off his first bank
U.S. Women’s Open
U.S. Women’s Open Sunday’s Scores At Saucon Valley Country Club (Old Course) Bethlehem, Pa.
Inkster expects quick resolution to LPGA dispute
BETHLEHEM, Pa. (AP) — The dispute between a faction of LPGA players and the commissioner could be
GM gets new lease on life; Lordstown’s a part of it
Editorial: GM gets new lease on life; Lordstown’s a part of it For decades, the old General Motors was a huge
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints Citimortgage Inc. et al v. Emma M. Woods, foreclosure. US Bank
On area diamonds Youth baseball
13-15s Rondinelli Tuxedo 9-12, Astro Falcons 4-7 — Rondinelli (26-4) swept the Falcons to win the
Sports digest
LOCAL Frederick, Warren win at Speedway HARTFORD — Jonathan Frederick and Marty Warren captured
Hoffman, Pena, Duke added to All-Star teams
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Trevor Hoffman was supposed to take his sons fishing. Instead, they’re all headed
Stay-at-home moms find job-hunting a challenge
Stay-at-home moms find job-hunting a challenge The percentage of women ages 24 to 44 who are in
Man charged with felonious assault
YOUNGSTOWN — Police found a group of people gathered around a woman of the 500 block of West
Palin plans to focus on book, politics
WASHINGTON (AP) — Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin said she’s not only staying involved in national politics,
Armstrong stays in 3rd place, eyes another Tour
TARBES, France (AP) — With the Pyrenees behind him but the toughest rides still to come, Lance
“The Bachelorette” (8 p.m., ABC): Three’s a crowd on “The
“The Bachelorette” (8 p.m., ABC): Three’s a crowd on “The Bachelorette,” so someone’s got to go. But
Sotomayor faces friendly jury as hearings open
WASHINGTON (AP) — Sonia Sotomayor has decided advantages as she begins the most important trial of
Stricker’s strong rounds lead to Deere Classic title
SILVIS, Ill. (AP) — All around him, players were making runs at the lead. Steve Stricker didn’t
OHIO
OHIO Owners considering Lebanon Raceway move DAYTON — Lebanon Raceway’s general manager says the
This day in history
Today is Monday, July 13, the 194th day of 2009. There are 171 days left in the year. On this date
Zetts sees first action for Thunder
PEORIA, Ill. — The Mahoning Valley Thunder had a familiar face under center Saturday night.
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Births
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Stephanie and Kristopher Krol, Campbell, boy, July 12. St.
Sheriff vows to find killers of couple who had 16 kids
PENSACOLA, Fla. (AP) — A 56-year-old man was charged with evidence tampering Sunday in the slaying
DOWNTOWN SHOWDOWN: Rosskopf yellow jersey winner
Rosskopf yellow jersey winner Jittery Joe’s of Georgia had a strong presence in the bicycle race
Campbell police probe fatal crash
CAMPBELL — Sgt. John Rusnak said the names of the victims in a traffic accident about 12:30 p.m.
Notable and Quotable
Opinion: “With bankruptcy in the rearview mirror, U.S. auto companies will even more aggressively pursue new
Horse reported running loose in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — There was a different kind of horsepower on state Route 617 near Hofmeister Road when
Evely overtakes Walling to capture yellow jersey
The two riders had swapped the leader’s jersey over the previous two races. YOUNGSTOWN — Janet
baseball
baseball Austintown Community — will host its annual youth tournament from July 18-31 for boys 8U,
Pa. swim club accused of racism to ask kids back
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A private suburban swim club accused of racism after it canceled the memberships
Attorney puts practice to test
YOUNGSTOWN — Alan Wenger has been coming downtown every work day for 32 years, but finally got to
Ji birdies 72nd hole to win Open
BETHLEHEM, Pa. (AP) — Eun Hee Ji found surprising calm in a double-bogey and a dramatic victory with
Saturday’s Games
Saturday’s Games American League L.A. Angels 14, N.Y. Yankees 8 Oakland 7, Tampa Bay 2
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Liberty Local school board, caucus, 6 p.m.; regular meeting will follow, high
Our thirst for oil shouldn’t trump fairness
Opinion: COLUMBUS, Ohio — Oil may soon trump politics in our relations with Cuba. Estimates of Cuban offshore
Carlos weakens to tropical storm
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Hours after being downgraded from a hurricane, Tropical Storm Carlos weakened
China will gorge itself while U.S. abstains
Opinion: FLINT, Mich. — The 47-year-old trade embargo against Cuba has been shaken by the revelation that
Carter’s crisis of confidence still matters
Opinion: Thirty years ago, on July 15, 1979, President Jimmy Carter went on national television to give a
Business News in Brief
NATION Relationships strong among office workers NEW YORK — Office workers may have a bigger
Family says police failed to ID selves
NEW YORK (AP) — A man who told an undercover policeman to get off his family’s stoop punched the
Follow tips to keep the line fluid at airport
Dear Heloise: Please tell your readers about liquids they put in their carry-on luggage. The
Are dad, daughter too close?
Dear Annie: I have been married to “Vic” for 22 years. Our marriage is solid. We have an 18-year-
Democrats assail Cheney
WASHINGTON — Democratic lawmakers criticized former Vice President Dick Cheney on Sunday for
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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Economic meltdown sinks E. Ohio deeper than W. Pa.
U.S. Reps. Tim Ryan and Jason Altmire have teamed up to improve conditions on both sides of the
Bomb blast kills two Marines
KABUL (AP) — A bomb blast killed two U.S. Marines in Afghanistan’s dangerous south, where thousands
‘The Packards’ lecture
‘The Packards’ lecture WARREN — Wendell Lauth, a Trumbull County historian, will present “The
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