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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Summer solstice marked with celebration tonight in Liberty

Summer stormed into the Mahoning Valley Tuesday with heat, humidity and scattered showers, as if to say “take notice, a new season has arrived.”


McDonald hire East Liverpool superintendent as interim superintendent

McDonald Board of Education has hired East Liverpool schools Superintendent Ken Halbert Jr. of New Springfield to be the new part-time superintendent of schools.


200 attend neighborhood vigil for 6 fire victims

The scene of a tragic fire that killed six people last Thursday turned into a scene of love and honor during a candlelight vigil for the victims Tuesday night.


Pavlik to fight in Youngstown this summer

Pavlik to fight in Youngstown this summer.


Beatriz weakens to tropical storm off SW Mexico

MIAMI (AP) — Beatriz is losing steam and has weakened to a tropical storm after pounding the Pacific


Yale starts program to study anti-Semitism

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) — Yale University is starting another initiative to study anti-Semitism after


Poland man's bond set at $100K for vehicular homicide

Poland man's bond set at $100K for vehicular homicide


A twist in Obama's health-care law

A twist in Obama's health-care law


Gov. Kasich expected to allow drilling in state parks

Gov. Kasich expected to allow drilling in state parks


Former Ghana, Brazil presidents awarded food prize

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Former presidents of the Republic of Ghana and Brazil are this year’s


Prosecutors: NYC mom fatally beat son who broke TV

NEW YORK (AP) — A 21-year-old mother angry her little boy broke their television while playing a


Soldier, 25, from Dayton suburb, dies after atttack in Afghanistan

Ohio solider dies in Afghanistan attack


Liberty trustees have special meeting Wednesday

Liberty trustees have special meeting Wednesday


Gingrich campaign finance team quits

ATLANTA (AP) — The top fundraisers for Newt Gingrich’s presidential campaign have abandoned his


4 offered probation deals in Columbia U. drug case

NEW YORK (AP) — New York prosecutors are offering no-jail plea deals to four of the five Columbia


Funeral arrangements set for six fire victims

WARREN When presented with the problem of how to provide a burial to the six people killed in


Blagojevich jury in 7th day of deliberations

CHICAGO (AP) — Jurors at former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich’s second corruption trial have


Ohio House passes bill on school-bullying policies

Ohio House passes bill on school-bullying policies


OU, Miami University mulling tuition increases

OU, Miami University mulling tuition hikes


Oil higher as markets awaits vote in Greece

NEW YORK (AP) — Oil is moving higher on a weaker dollar and ahead of a key development in Greece’s


OSU seeks 3.3 percent tuition increase

OSU seeks 3.3 percent tuition increase


Anthony jury back in courtroom after 1-day delay

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A forensic botanist is testifying that 2-year-old Caylee Anthony’s remains


NTSB: Culture of driving with phones must change

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Federal transportation officials investigating a deadly Philadelphia tour-boat


Youngstown Academy of Excellence annual board meeting is Wednesday

Youngstown Academy of Excellence annual board meeting is Wednesday


Housekeeper sues Indian diplomat in NYC over wages

NEW YORK (AP) — The top diplomatic official at India’s consulate in New York is being sued by a


Huntsman getting into race, promises new jobs

JERSEY CITY, N.J. (AP) — Former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman says he will run a campaign that is based on


2 rangers killed battling Florida wildfire

JASPER, Fla. (AP) — Officials say two state forest rangers died and two others were injured fighting


Charges possible in Calif. yearbook sex act photo

BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. (AP) — Detectives say child sex charges could be filed against a Southern


New swing ride opens at King's Island amusement park

New swing ride opens at King's Island amusement park


Mahoning Valley auto-theft rate fell in 2010

Mahoning Valley auto-theft rate fell in 2010


City, Aqua Ohio sign no-compete water contract

YOUNGSTOWN — The city’s board of control approved a contract today to sell up to 2.2 million gallons


NJ professor accused of running prostitution site

MADISON, N.J. (AP) — A New Jersey college professor has been arrested in New Mexico and accused of


Tornado sirens force evacuation of Omaha stadium

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Thousands of fans watching a College World Series game evacuated an Omaha stadium


Ohio AG supports right-to-cure legislation

Ohio AG supports right-to-cure legislation


Hubbard civil-service tests set next month, app deadline is July 8

Hubbard civil-service tests set next month


Warren man pleads guilty to rape charges

Warren man pleads guilty to rape charges


Jury selection resumes Wednesday in Cleveland over 11 slain

Jury selection resumes Wednesday in Cleveland over 11 slain


Western Pa. man gets prison for sex with MySpace teen

Western Pa. man gets prison for sex with MySpace teen


Stocks rise for fourth straight day on Greek hopes

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are rising at the opening of trading on hopes that a Greek vote scheduled for


Pa. budget negotiators press for deal with governor

Pa. budget negotiators press for deal with governor


Pa. slot machine pays $25,000, or $24,988 too much

PITTSBURGH (AP) — State regulators say a gambler won a $25,000 jackpot on a Pittsburgh casino slot


Valley’s unemployment rate is down slightly

The Mahoning Valley’s unemployment rate decreased slightly in May to 9.4 percent, the fourth


Trial opens for cops charged in Katrina killings

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A trial opens this week for five current or former New Orleans police officers


Ohio fire engine replaces truck lost to Ala. tornado

Ohio fire enginer replaces truck lost to Ala. tornado


Pa. capital’s mayor vows 3-day fast for unity

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The mayor of Pennsylvania’s capital is vowing to go on a three-day fast she


Ohio elections chief supports later 2012 primary

Ohio elections chief supports later 2012 primary


Hamilton County has high STD rates

Hamilton County has high STD rates


Edwards team due in NC courtroom for hearing

GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — John Edwards’ defense team is slated to be in a federal court in North


Victims applaud mortgage fraud jail term in Pa.

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Victims applauded as a Pennsylvania man was sentenced to over 13 years in prison


Pa. bank robber holed up in Amish house

LEOLA, Pa. (AP) — Police say a bank robbery suspect is in custody after he barricaded himself inside


5 injured in crash involving W.Pa bus, truck

WHITAKER, Pa. (AP) — Five people are hurt after a crash involving a truck and a transit bus just


Pa. amusement park lists free-fall ride for sale

WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania amusement park is hoping someone takes the plunge


REUNIONS

Chaney High School January and June Classes of 1943 and 1944 are planning their 67th and 68th class


Bike safety day planned


‘Champions’ event to host Smith, Simon

‘Champions’ event to host Smith, Simon BOARDMAN The United Way of Youngstown and Mahoning Valley


Columbiana BPW inducts officers at May ceremony

WASHINGTONVILLE Barbara Fisher of Beatitude House was the guest speaker May 24 at Mason’s Steak

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DAR chapter meets, installs officers

CANFIELD The Mahoning Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution met


Water deal dries up: Boardman, Canfield, Austintown won’t get Aqua Ohio service

Boardman, Canfield, Austintown won’t get Aqua Ohio service By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com


Errors doom Scrappers

Lost night on the diamond for Indians and their local farm club By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com

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Local flavor to NHL draft

By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Scott Mayfield said he is “more excited than

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Patriot Water Treatment in Warren seeks rescue from state regulation

By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com WARREN One month after an Ohio Department of Natural

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Teacher pleads guilty to menacing

By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown A Canfield man accused of having inappropriate


Hubbard police get fitness equipment

By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com hubbard Greg Tarr, a Hubbard Township police officer

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Clarett pleads guilty to felony charges

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Michael Clarett Jr. of Youngstown could face more than 20 years in


2 fights at Struthers bar net six arrests

Staff report struthers Two fights at a bar on Midlothian Boulevard resulted in an assault on a


Giambi’s 3-run homer smacks Indians

Associated Press CLEVELAND Jason Giambi couldn’t wait to get back to Cleveland. No joke. With

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Downed lines close road

By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A portion of South Avenue, one of the city’s

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Inmate granted judicial release

By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A man previously sentenced to prison for


Obama to announce next steps in war

Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama will announce the critical next steps in


High court sides with Wal-Mart Sex-discrimination lawsuit cannot proceed as class action

Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court blocked the largest sex- discrimination lawsuit in


NFL owners to be briefed on negotiations

Associated Press CHICAGO One day of owners’ meetings could turn into two. Whether that’s a sign


Is Obama for missile defense?

Opinion: By E. THOMAS McCLANAHAN McClatchy Newspapers When President Barack Obama came into office, many


Fed chair acted in US interest

Opinion: By Nick Schulz McClatchy-Tribune WASHINGTON Federal Reserve critics are upset over revelations


Tweets, texts and talking intrude on the movies

By CHRISTY LEMIRE AP Movie Critic LOS ANGELES It seems like such a quaint notion: Folks would

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Selected local stocks

Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .62, 21.53 .01 Avalon


Rep. Weiner’s resignation best thing for the country

Editorial: Democrat Anthony Weiner had to resign from the U.S. House of Representatives — but not because


Gas prices drop

Gas prices drop YOUNGSTOWN Ohio gas prices have fallen 5 percent from last week as the cost of


Births

Births ST. Joseph Health Center Marcial and Maria Angel, Warren, boy, June 19. Sharon


newsmakers

newsmakers ‘Jackass’ cast member is killed PHILADELPHIA “Jackass” cast member Ryan Dunn died


Syria’s leader says he’ll mull reforms

Associated Press BEIRUT Syria’s president promised a national dialogue Monday to consider


It’s time for Bernanke to go

Opinion: By Mark Weisbrot McClatchy-Tribune WASHINGTON The recent release of documents showing that the


Chase gift to help startups

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN JPMorgan Chase Foundation has awarded $20,000 to the Youngstown/Warren


Onstage meltdown wipes out comeback

Associated Press LONDON The video is painful to watch, an artistic train wreck for all to see.


PNC buying RBC banks in US

The acquisition will make PNC the fifth-largest U.S. bank Associated Press NEW YORK PNC


Judge recesses Anthony trial over behavior of attorneys

Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. Fed up with the constant bickering and legal posturing, the

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bridge

bridge Neither vulnerable. North deals. NORTH xQ J u7 6 2 vA J 8 5 3 2 w10 5 WEST EAST


Big coal buys access to kids

Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords If some predator were stalking fourth-graders in your community,


Years Ago

Today is Tuesday, June 21, the 172nd day of 2011. There are 193 days left in the year. Summer


A reminder to be safe

Opinion: Ketchikan (Alaska) Daily News: June is National Safety Month throughout the United States, and each


Valley can use its old technology to fuel new green-energy growth

Opinion: Valley can use its old technology to fuel new green-energy growth “Energy drives Valley native”


Surplus clothing

Surplus clothing Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, clothing giveaway, 9


Top guards in NBA draft all have some flaws

By Mary Schmitt Boyer Cleveland Plain Dealer CLEVELAND If you’re in the market for a point


Mahoning County Court filings

courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Kristopher J. Walsh, 28, Houston, Texas, and Julie A.


Boardman trustees reject 9 bids for project

Staff report BOARDMAN Township trustees rejected all nine bids that had been submitted for


Stern: Today’s NBA labor talks are ‘critical’

Associated Press NEW YORK The effort seems there in the NBA labor talks. Time might not be.


Man urinates in reservoir; city flushes 8M gallons

Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. Call it the big flush. Because a 21-year-old man was caught

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Ever cheerful, Cameron Diaz goes bad

Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES After 17 years of winning over moviegoers with her breezy

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Warren worker cleared of lawbreaking, but city plans administrative charges

By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The FBI has concurred with two other investigative


oddly enough

oddly enough Rural Maine couple lives in two shipping containers ELLSWORTH, Maine A rural


Agenda Wednesday

Agenda Wednesday Youngstown City Council finance committee, 4:45 p.m., council caucus room,


44 killed in crash of Russian jetliner

44 killed in crash of Russian jetliner MOSCOW A passenger jet crashed late Monday on a highway


Venus Williams, Rafael Nadal among Wimbledon winners

Venus Williams, Rafael Nadal among Wimbledon winners Associated Press WIMBLEDON, England Back


Austintown hires teachers

By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown The school district is welcoming six new teachers


Bucs’ Morton has bad outing

Associated Press PITTSBURGH For one night, Charlie Morton looked like his old self. That


Building owner sues Warren, official

By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Sergio DiPaolo, the Girard man who bought the former


Bond is set for man accused of leading police on chase

Staff report WARREN Judge Peter Kontos of Trumbull County Common Pleas Court set bond at $75,000

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Metro Digest || Road work

Road work YOUNGSTOWN Workers on an improvement project to the lower portion of Market Street


Police: Pakistani girl forced to wear suicide-bomb vest

Associated Press TIMERGARAH, Pakistan Police said Monday that militants kidnapped a 9-year-old

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Youngstown cops have leads in Chaney student's killing

John R. Swierz, left, Youngstown’s 7th Ward councilman, takes part in the I.C.U. Block Watch meeting, which took place Monday night at The Metro Assembly of God youth facility on South Avenue. The weekend killing of a city teenager dominated the discussions at the meeting.

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A grand finale

There’s a new 19th hole at Squaw Creek as they’ve just finished a mega expansion of the terrace that

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McDaniel chosen as director of MYCAP

By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning/Youngstown Community Action

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Sports Digest || Westminster names coordinator

Westminster names coordinator NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. Mike Sandy has been named defensive


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