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Infante has 2 homers, 5 RBIs to beat Indians
Infante has 2 homers, 5 RBIs to beat Indians DETROIT (AP) — Omar Infante homered twice and drove
Pirates beat Cardinals 7-1 to take NL Central lead
Pirates beat Cardinals 7-1 to take NL Central lead PITTSBURGH (AP) — A.J. Burnett scattered four
Canfield Fair truck, tractor pull is best in nation
For the past 14 years, Rick Humphries and Mel Miller of Orwell have made their way to the Canfield Fair for what they consider to be the best truck and tractor pull in the nation.
Motorcylist injured in crash with SUV on SR 305
A seriously injured motorcyclist, who did not wear a helmet, was taken by ambulance to St. Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown after he rear-ended a sport utility vehicle on state Route 305 Friday evening.
4-H members learn values, responsibilty and community service
Jennifer Casanta of Columbiana always knew she wanted her 12-year-old daughter Taylor to join 4-H.
Vindy reporter decides: Is milking awesome, or gross?
When I asked Howard Moff, the director of dairy and beef cattle at the Canfield Fair, if he had any cow-milking wisdom to impart, he chuckled, then rather succinctly explained what to do.
Today's Cleveland-Austintown motorcycle run benefits bone marrow registry
About 150 motorcyclists traveled from Cleveland to Austintown for a good cause.
'57 Chevies,'84 'Vette on display at benefit car show today
Township emergency dispatchers want to make sure classrooms are stocked with plenty of school supplies as students start another academic year.
Health screenings highlight first black Wellness walk/run today
As part of his workout regimen, Jerome Harrell walks about three miles, performs abdominal exercises and lifts light weights at the YMCA in downtown Youngstown.
4 kids die in New York house fire near Pa. border
A fire tore through a home, spewing flames from the windows and killing four children, neighbors said.
Tabitha Heaton, Michael Kornack set Sept. 21 date
Edward and Beth Heaton of East Palestine and Erwin and Denise Kornack of Columbiana are announcing
Jorjena Daly, Brett Barringer are engaged
Dale and Roberta Shouse of Jacksonville, Fla., and George and Janet Daly of Waterloo, N.Y., are
Smith-Vargin wedding plans set for Sept. 20
The parents of Kelly Ann Smith and Peter John Vargin are announcing the couple’s engagement. Her
Wedding date of Jugenheimer, Cricks revealed
Glen and Margie Jugenheimer of Hubbard and Ellen Cricks of Niles are announcing the engagement of
Kayley Fishel, Jeffery Hayat rites are set
POLAND Parents of the future groom, Dr. Shaukat and Donna Hayat of Poland, are announcing the
Miss Lechinsky, Mr. Gulgas are engaged
GIRARD John Leschinsky of Girard is announcing the engagement of his daughter, Christine
Conrad-Redaelli wedding set for December 1
CANFIELD Kathy Conrad of Canfield is announcing the engagement of her daughter, Kristin Conrad,
Sept. 21 date set for Galgan and Franceschelli rite
POLAND Lee and Karen Galgan of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Shannon
SOCIETY DIGEST || Trash-and-treasure sale planned at church
Trash-and-treasure sale planned at church YOUNGSTOWN Metropolitan Baptist Church, 351 W. Rayen
Youngstown anti-fracking amendment has enough valid signatures
But a group opposed to the proposal is asking the elections board to throw it off the ballot
Fitch crushes Harding at Mollenkopf
In one of Week One’s biggest stunners (due to the score, if not the result), the Falcons dominated the Raiders 48-0.
Canning, crocheting making comeback at fair
A mother and son from Canfield took home top honors in their respective categories.
Ursuline rallies, survives last Walsh threat
Trailing 24-14, the Irish scored on their last two possessions.
Hubbard’s Scott puts up numbers no matter what number he wears
A jersey snafu forced Hubbard running back L.J. Scott to wear number 30 instead of his normal 3.
Ursuline Class of '57 returns for 56th reunion
They came from as far away as California, some returning for the first time since graduating 56 years ago.
Toledo blanks YSU, 1-0
Toledo blanks YSU, 1-0 Youngstown In the inaugural game at Farmers National Bank Field, Toledo
Driver in second Hylda Avenue hit skip indicted
Police say one of the reasons it took so long to build a case against a woman suspected of injuring five people in a hit-and-run
Western Reserve rallies to capture opener
Western Reserve weathered an early Cuyahoga Heights storm Friday night.
Burglar shoots two dogs, kills one
A South Side man said someone broke into his home in the 700 block of East Judson Avenue Thursday afternoon and shot two of dogs, killing one.
East rally falls short
By ERIC FORTUNE sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Ashtabula Lakeside coach Frank Hall garnered a lot
Gun-rights advocates plead their case in Columbus
Blanche Luczyk wanted to talk about her support for criminal background checks for individuals wanting to buy firearms.
Niles councilman pleads not guilty to traffic violation
Staff report NILES Niles Councilman Edward S. McCormick pleaded not guilty to operating a motor
3 indicted in child endangerment, abuse
Three young adults living at 1725 Larchmont Ave. NE in the city have been indicted on charges of child endangering, accused of abusing four children.
How will Ohio's new tax adjustments affect you?
Come Sunday, shoppers in the Mahoning Valley will pay more for retails goods, but their next paycheck will be a little higher too.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Thomas R. Watson, 36, of 3658 Hopkins Road,
Bank of America to lay off 1,100 workers
Bank of America to lay off 1,100 workers BEACHWOOD, OHIO Bank of America Corp. will lay off more
dayton racino Official: Nonunion workers shut out at Penn Gaming site
By THOMAS GNAU Dayton Daily News The head of an Ohio construction trade group that represents
ZZ Top Looking to ‘LA FUTURA’
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com There are only so many musicians or bands that are
Sebring man indicted on child sex-porn charges
Daniel Nutt is accused of viewing or downloading pictures of a minor not his own child engaging in sexual activity on Feb. 13.
SPIRIT-LED MEMBERS
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com boardman Though Simon Road Church of God engages its
METRO DIGEST || Man accused of choking his dog arraigned
Dog-choking hearing YOUNGSTOWN Not-guilty pleas were entered Friday for a man accused of
Man dies in lawn-mower accident
Staff report NESHANNOCK, Pa. A commercial landscaping employee on a lawn mower died in a 6 p.m.
Humility of Mary nuns elect leaders
Staff report VILLA MARIA, Pa. The Sisters of the Humility of Mary elected new leadership for a
Cut with machete
Cut with machete youngstown A man told police he was cut with a machete in a dispute over car
Developer of W.Va. power plant files for bankruptcy protection
Associated Press MORGANTOWN, W.Va. The developer of a $2 billion coal-fired power plant in
McDonald overcomes penalties in rout
McDonald coach Dan Williams, although happy about the victory, isn’t pleased about the mental errors.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Kate’s 1st appearance since royal birth LONDON The Duchess of Cambridge has made
Ginsburg to officiate at same-sex marriage
Associated Press WASHINGTON Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg will officiate at a same-
Ohio food banks need our help
Opinion: COLUMBUS In 2007, people in Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties made more than a half-
Obama weighs ‘limited’ action against Syria
Associated Press WASHINGTON Edging toward a punitive strike against Syria, President Barack
IRAQ Violence kills 14 as al-Qaida claims attacks
Associated Press BAGHDAD, iraq The Iraqi branch of al-Qaida claimed responsibility Friday for a
Irish looking to grow offense
The onus for the Notre Dame offense heading into today’s game against Temple is to score more.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Canfield Fair, 8 a.m.: Harness racing begins at noon, with the
Gold is making a comeback
Associated Press NEW YORK Gold is having a summer revival. The price of gold touched $1,420 an
Lighthouse Baptist marks 25th year
bessemer, pa. Lighthouse Baptist Church, 1021 Stateline Road, will celebrate its 25th anniversary
Let other nations punish Syria
Opinion: Seattle Times: The United States is under no obligation or duty to take the lead in another military
Ohio should deny parole for Trumbull ‘sociopath’ killer
Editorial: Twenty-one years ago, 16-year- old Christopher Ferrell, along with a group of other juvenile
Ohio sales tax increases, income tax decreases
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Thinking about buying a car or a sofa or some fancy
MYCAP Workforce Development Program is Thursday
The six-week program is for adults 18 and older who are seeking employment but lack the necessary skills for which employers are looking.
Mixed emotions about NFL settlement
Associated Press NEW YORK The hundreds of millions of dollars the NFL is ready to pay former
oDOT update
oDOT update What’s new Upcoming new road projects in Mahoning County by the Ohio Department of
Fairmont General says it will file for Chapter 11
Associated Press MORGANTOWN, W.Va. Fairmont General Hospital announced Friday it will file for
Christian theater
Christian theater warren Local Christian theater troupe, No Plan B, will perform at 7 p.m.
Interim pastor
Interim pastor youngstown Martin Luther Lutheran Church, 420 Clearmount Drive, will welcome the
‘Don’t ask, don’t tell’ activist dies
Associated Press PITTSFORD, N.Y. Darren Manzella, a gay combat medic discharged from the Army
Puskas: Locals hope to buffalo Buckeyes
Devin Campbell and Alex Zordich want to make something perfectly clear.
Two companies bid on a $1.5 million to $2 million Trumbull busing contract
Two companies bid on a $1.5 million to $2 million Trumbull busing contract
LABOR DAY
LABOR DAY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
Tinger’s field goal lifts Brookfield
Brookfield needed every second Friday night to earn a 30-27 victory over Springfield in a Division VI back-and-forth battle.
Truck and Tractor Pull set for Saturday
Truck and Tractor Pull set for Saturday Tickets still are available for the Canfield Fair
Program to help babies, moms with addictions
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio plans to start a program to help babies who are born addicted to
Friday, August 30 (125 stories)
Power outage on South Side tonight
About 1,300 customers on Youngstown’s South Side have been without power since 10:06 p.m. tonight as a result of a snapped power pole and a downed transformer.
Calif. serial killer linked to possible 6th victim
Calif. serial killer linked to possible 6th victim SAN RAFAEL, Calif. (AP) — Authorities say
UNLV player appears in court in burglary case
UNLV player appears in court in burglary case LAS VEGAS (AP) — A suspended UNLV basketball player
Major quake recorded in Alaska’s Aleutian Islands
Major quake recorded in Alaska’s Aleutian Islands ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Officials say a
Youngstown car-keys dispute leads to attack by a man with a machete
Car-keys dispute leads to attack by a man with a machete
Ohio starts program to help drug-addicted babies, mothers
Ohio starts program to help drug-addicted babies, mothers
US: Iran can’t access much oil income
US: Iran can’t access much oil income WASHINGTON (AP) - The U.S. has concluded that nearly half of
NKorea withdraws invite for US envoy
NKorea withdraws invite for US envoy WASHINGTON (AP) - North Korea has rescinded its invitation
Egypt Brotherhood protests draw tens of thousands
Egypt Brotherhood protests draw tens of thousands CAIRO (AP) - Tens of thousands of protesters and
3 plead guilty in $700K school vandalism
3 plead guilty in $700K school vandalism WARREN, Pa. (AP) — Three graduates have pleaded guilty to
Economy is being eclipsed as top campaign issue
Economy is being eclipsed as top campaign issue WASHINGTON (AP) - President Barack Obama still
Intruder shoots two dogs, takes TV and gun
Intruder shoots two dogs, takes TV and gun YOUNGSTOWN A South Side man said someone broke into
Police seek hit-skip driver who drove through Feb. 8 vigil
Police seek hit-skip driver who drove through Feb. 8 vigil YOUNGSTOWN A woman who drove through
Alawite stronghold in Syria a haven amid war
Alawite stronghold in Syria a haven amid war TARTOUS, Syria (AP) - In this picturesque coastal
Vice squad finds weapons and ammunition plus heroin
Vice squad finds weapons and ammunition plus heroin YOUNGSTOWN Vice squad members found several
Experts: Don’t bomb chemical weapon sites in Syria
Experts: Don’t bomb chemical weapon sites in Syria WASHINGTON (AP) - You simply can’t safely bomb
France: UK vote doesn’t thwart plans to hit Syria
France: UK vote doesn’t thwart plans to hit Syria PARIS (AP) - French President Francois Hollande
YSU Foundation names new trustees
With the new appointees there are 41 foundation trustees YSU Foundation names new trustees
Sweet-toothed liquor thief tells New Castle clerk: See ya
Sweet-toothed liquor thief tells New Castle clerk: See ya NEW CASTLE, Pa. (AP) — Police have been
Flight 93 Advisory Commission about to disband
Flight 93 Advisory Commission about to disband SOMERSET, Pa. (AP) — The Flight 93 Advisory
No charges in slaying after alleged break-in
No charges in slaying after alleged break-in FRACKVILLE, Pa. (AP) — Authorities say no charges
Former school maintenance head guilty in drug case
Former school maintenance head guilty in drug case GREENSBURG, Pa. (AP) — The man who formerly
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Mill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet at 6 p.m.
Catholic groups set annual steak fry
Catholic groups set annual steak fry YOUNGSTOWN St. Vincent de Paul Society and Knights of
US fast-food workers stage largest protests yet
Fast-food workers and their supporters beat drums, blew whistles and chanted slogans Thursday on picket lines in dozens of U.S. cities, marking the largest protests yet in their quest for higher wages.
Guzzo's Fruit Stand a staple at Canfield Fair
The fruit stand's founder was honored in 1996 for selling fresh produce at the annual event for 50 years.
Wolfe powers Poland over Marlington
Poland’s Jacob Wolfe is known as one of the area’s best basketball players with his 6-foot-5 frame and athleticism.
Bellamy’s TD run seals YSU victory
The longest run in Adaris Bellamy’s career left him trying to catch his breath, while everyone else in Stambaugh Stadium could finally exhale.
Struthers rolls to win in Steel Helmet game
Luke Witkowski rushed for 139 yards and three touchdowns
Brine dumper agrees to cooperate with U.S. Attorney
Michael P. Guesman, who pleaded guilty to brine dumping, must testify truthfully against his boss, Ben Lupo, and Lupo’s Hardrock Excavating LLC.
Paden’s passing powers Niles
Kyle Paden hit 26 of 35 passes for 362 yards and a pair of long touchdowns.
Workout classmates celebrate Alfreda Robinson's 100th birthday
Gym members marks 100th birthday with classmates
Lisbon takes advantage of personal-foul call on Leetonia
After an extremely sloppy first half, the Lisbon High football team rebounded by taking advantage of a golden opportunity for Thursday’s 13-12 victory over Leetonia.
Former Liberty woman sentenced to prison for son’s broken legs
Former Liberty woman sentenced to prison for son’s broken legs
Poland, Struthers and Niles roll in openers
Staff report The Poland student section, cloaked in swimwear, came prepared for a washout of
Ex-Trumbull engineer DeChristofaro gets public reprimand
DeChristofaro admits ethical violation but not guilt
SPORTS DIGEST || Scrappers prevail, 2-1
Scrappers prevail, 2-1 Niles The Mahoning Valley Scrappers pushed across a run in the bottom of
Valley governments seek study for natural gas vehicles
Governments seek study for natural gas vehicles
Radio system connects Boardman schools to safety forces
Radio system connects Boardman schools to safety forces
No contaminated food from seized truck reached area restaurants
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com The contaminated food found in a refrigerated box truck
YSU, high schools kick off quests for gridiron greatness
YSU students, from left, Ansel Morsillo, Tyller Schonce and Jason Heyman show their team spirit during Thursday’s opener against Dayton. They and other students spelled “Youngstown” on their chests, and the Penguins proceeded to win 28-10.
Obama must make sure Syrian strike is surgical
Editorial: The White House’s insistence that regime change is not among the options being considered as a
SCRIPTURES
Opinion: SCRIPTURES Search for the Lord and for his strength; continually seek him. 1 Chronicles 16:11
Spurlock plays it safe in film about boy band One Direction
JUSTIN LOWE The Hollywood Reporter The 1980s had New Kids on the Block; the ’90s had the
In appreciation of DuBois
Opinion: By Werner Lange Special to Tne Vindicator Some moments in American history just take your breath
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Canfield Fair, 8 p.m.: the World’s Largest Demolition Derby begins
National Dems blind to local reality
Opinion: National Democrats and their staff seem to get lost once they step outside Washington, D.C. I
Gallardo pitches Brewers over Bucs
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Yovani Gallardo pitched seven sharp innings to beat Pittsburgh once
US readies possible solo action against Syria after UK rejection
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama on Thursday prepared for the possibility of
Ginn powers Panthers over winless Steelers
Ted Ginn Jr. is proving coach Ron Rivera is right — he can still blow the top off a defense.
US releases 2 Algerians from Guantanamo Bay prison
Associated Press ALGIERS, Algeria Two Algerians held at Guantanamo Bay prison for more than a
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Anthony M. Boulos, 31, of 6853 Deer Ridge Road Unit
POLICE CALLS IN GIRARD, LIBERTY
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty: GIRARD Aug. 25
Hoyer leads Browns over Bears
Brian Hoyer finished strong for Cleveland after Jordan Palmer made a case for a job with Chicago — or another team.
Huston completes triathlon
Kyle Huston of Boardman recently completed a triathlon in Boulder, Colorado in one hour and 11
Police seize syringe, crack pipe from man
Police seize syringe, crack pipe from man youngstown Police found a crack pipe and a syringe on
Retrial ordered for man who helped CIA
Retrial ordered for man who helped CIA PESHAWAR, Pakistan A senior judicial official on
Free breakfast
Free breakfast Central Christian Church, 218 Meadowbrook Road, Hermitage, Pa., free community
A’s Attic open house set
An open house celebration for A’s Attic, a new trendy section of Adamas Jewelry and Gifts, was
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Daniel and Melissa Loew, Youngstown, boy, Aug. 28. John and
Ohio prison system now at 131% capacity
By ANDREW WELSH-HUGGINS AP Legal Affairs Writer COLUMBUS A 2-year-old plan to reduce Ohio’s
Poland sports briefs
Boys golf defeated The Poland boys golf team lost to Austintown 158-160 Aug. 21. Top players for
NFL agrees to settlement in concussion lawsuits
The settlement, unprecedented in sports, was announced Thursday after two months of court-ordered mediation.
PREP SOCCER | Thursday’s matches
BOYS Boardman 1, Austintown Fitch 1 BOARDMAN The Falcons scored in the first half on a penalty
Stronger growth may lead Fed to slow bond purchases
Associated Press WASHINGTON A stronger-than-expected rise in U.S. economic growth last quarter
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .76, 31.14 —.38 Avalon
Beware the trial lawyers
Opinion: The Florida Today, Melbourne: Gulf Coast residents, victimized in 2010 by BP’s Deepwater Horizon oil
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Aug. 30, the 242nd day of 2013. There are 123 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
"50 Shades" parody coming to Powers
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN “50 Shades! The Musical,” a parody of the “Fifty Shades of Grey” trilogy
Despite Republican high jinks, Obamacare may prove popular
Opinion: Despite Republican high jinks, Obamacare may prove popular When President Lyndon Johnson passed
Central Ohio teen faces charges in third homicide
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio teenager who authorities are accusing of allegedly being
Mideast turmoil leads to higher gas prices
Associated Press Gas is getting a bit pricier ahead of Labor Day weekend. The average U.S. price
Girl, 6, killed as brother, 8, tries driving mother’s car
Associated Press PHOENIX Half an hour after putting her two children to bed, a Phoenix mother
Leaving chamber
Leaving chamber YOUNGSTOWN Eric Planey, the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber’s vice
2 bomb blasts kill 24 in Iraq
Associated Press BAGHDAD A bomb hidden inside a pickup truck loaded with vegetables exploded in
Feds won’t sue to stop use of pot in states where it’s legal
Associated Press WASHINGTON Despite 75 years of federal marijuana prohibition, the Justice
YNDC is receiving $25,000 for a community workshop facility
The facility is designed to help serve low-income neighborhoods
Less roadwork
You’ll have less orange barrels to dodge, but watch out for drunken drivers, the Ohio Department of Transportation says.
Allegiant Air to stop service to Myrtle Beach in September, resume in April
Other airlines are reducing flights as fall approaches
Obama, Biden seek new gun curbs
Associated Press WASHINGTON Months after gun-control efforts crumbled in Congress, Vice
newsmakers
newsmakers Casino seeks to evict raunchy nightclub LAS VEGAS It turns out that even in Sin
oddly enough
oddly enough Police in California city warning of snake scam FREMONT, Calif. Police in a San
Court upholds ban on gay-aversion therapy
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO A federal appeals court sided with California on Thursday and
Campbell cruiser hit during chase
The man almost caused an accident on busy McCartney Road, police said.
New evidence delays trial of man charged in ex-wife’s stabbing death
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The trial of a West Virginia man charged with stabbing his ex-wife
LABOR DAY
LABOR DAY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
Questions linger over Mandel’s auto accident
Assoc iated Press COLUMBUS Ohio Republican Josh Mandel’s federal campaign committee has yet to
METRO DIGEST || Waters festival at Perkins Park
Show to benefit dogs BOARDMAN For the Dogs rescue group will sponsor a comedy show Sept. 7 at
FAIR DIGEST || Portman at fair Monday
Portman at fair Monday U.S. Sen. Rob Portman, a Republican, will visit the Canfield Fair from 6
Goodwill accepts recycled electronics
Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries has recently partnered with Sunnking, Inc. in an effort to
Mill Creek to have Green Cathedral event
Mill Creek MetroParks has announced that the first Green Cathedral Half Marathon/5K/Kid’s Fun Run
Teens attend Pandemonium Party
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County invited teens in grades 7-12 to party like a downworlder at the Pandemonium Party Aug. 16 at the Poland library.
Businesses explore library databases
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com Many databases are available free-of-charge to
Olympian’s Quest brings movie to life
Tweens came to the Austintown library Aug. 6 dressed as their favorite god, demi-god, titan or monster to celebrate the movie release of “Percy Jackson and the Sea of Monsters.” Olympian’s Quest: Gods and Titans and Monsters-Oh My! included food, games and crafts.
Boardman sports briefs
Boardman defeats Fitch The Boardman boys golf team defeated Austintown Fitch 167-170. Top players
Boardman briefs
Join a loose knit group All hands helping to “Warm Up America” are welcome on Sept. 6 and 20 from
Austintown briefs
Cub Scout pack to host round up Cub Scouting is a year-round family program designed for boys who
Canfield Swim Club defeats Warren Olympic Club
The Canfield Swim Team beat Warren Olympic Club 341.5 - 158.5 on July 31 at Canfield Swim Club for
Shepherd of the Valley fulfills dreams
By ADRIENNE CRISSMAN acrisman@vindy.com Joyce Martin’s dream, to make cupcakes like The Cake
SENIOR SALUTE: BAND EDITION
Name: Hannah Berni; Rachael Malizia Instrument: Berni - Oboe; Malizia - Senior Drum Major
Cheerleaders hold annual cheer camp
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com School spirit was flying high during the Canfield High
Canfield sports briefs
Boys golf defeats Poland The Canfield boys golf team defeated Poland 162-163 on Aug. 26. Top
Poland briefs
Join a loose knit group All hands helping to “Warm Up America” are welcome on Sept. 6 and 20 from
Canfield briefs
Join a loose knit group All hands helping to “Warm Up America” are welcome on Sept. 6 and 20 from
Nascar comes to community event
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com At the Poland Touch-a-Truck event Aug. 18,
ODOT to speed up U.S. 224 project
By KALEA HALL khall@vindy.com Ohio Department of Transportation representatives told Poland
Boak speaks at Rotary meeting
The Rotary Club of Austintown hosted a meeting Aug. 12. The speaker for the event was Sam Boak, who
Girls cross country team opens season
For the third straight year, the Boardman Spartans Girls Cross Country team opened their season with
Thursday, August 29 (127 stories)
Contaminated food probe closed
The contaminated food found in a refrigerated box truck headed for restaurants in northeast Ohio and northwest Pennsylvania was destroyed and the salvageable food, such as canned soy sauces and oils, was returned to the Cincinnati warehouse from which it came.
British Parliament rejects military action in Syria
British Prime Minister David Cameron lost a vote endorsing military action against Syria by 13 votes today, a stunning defeat for a government which had been poised to join the U.S. in strikes to punish Bashar Assad’s regime for an alleged chemical weapons attack this month.
ODOT cautions motorists to remain vigilant during Labor Day weekend
ODOT cautions motorists to remain vigilant during Labor Day weekend
US making case for action against Syria, Britain waits for more info
US making case for action against Syria
YNDC getting $35,000 for workshop
YNDC getting $35,000 for workshop YOUNGSTOWN — The Home Savings Charitable Foundation is donating
School supply giveaway set for Friday
School supply giveaway set for Friday YOUNGSTOWN P.R.E.P Learning Center, a nonprofit
Judge orders early release of bombing victim’s dad
Judge orders early release of bombing victim’s dad BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — A judge is ordering the
Grand jury indicts pal of marathon bombing suspect
Grand jury indicts pal of marathon bombing suspect BOSTON (AP) — A friend of the surviving Boston
Plaintiffs win round in Oregon no-fly suit
Plaintiffs win round in Oregon no-fly suit PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A federal judge has ruled that
Man to prison for assault, but not dad’s death
Man to prison for assault, but not dad’s death SLIGO, Pa. (AP) — A 55-year-old western
BREAKING NEWS: Feds won't sue to stop marijuana use in 2 states
Feds won't sue to stop marijuana use in 2 states
Boy, 15, gets locked up for burning boy, 7
Boy, 15, gets locked up for burning boy, 7 PITTSBURGH (AP) — The mother of a 7-year-old western
Radio system connects Boardman schools to safety forces
Radio system connects Boardman schools to safety forces BOARDMAN Compounding the chaos that
Towns to sell Consol water for Pittsburgh airport wells
Towns to sell Consol water for Pittsburgh airport wells IMPERIAL, Pa. (AP) — Consol Energy and the
Three Mile Island reactor decommission cost put at $918 M in 2034
Three Mile Island reactor decommission cost put at $918 M in 2034 HERSHEY, Pa. (AP) — Officials
Ohio U.S. senator, representative plan visits to Canfield Fair
Ohio U.S. senators plan visits to Canfield Fair
Fast-food protests under way
Fast-food protests under way NEW YORK (AP) - Fast-food protests are underway today in cities
Suspect hits cruiser in Campbell
Suspect hits cruiser in Campbell CAMPBELL Police arrested a fleeing suspect who almost caused an
Oil waste dumping in to Mahoning River leads to guilty plea
Oil waste dumping in to Mahoning River leads to guilty plea CLEVELAND The man accused of dumping
Mayoral candidate will address crime, education and jobs
Mayoral candidate will address crime, education and jobs YOUNGSTOWN — DeMaine Kitchen, an
US economy grew at 2.5 percent rate in spring
US economy grew at 2.5 percent rate in spring WASHINGTON (AP) - The U.S. economy grew at a 2.5
Mailman mauled by dog, in intensive care
Mailman mauled by dog, in intensive care YOUNGSTOWN A man who was to be arraigned on
Obama offers new gun control steps
Obama offers new gun control steps WASHINGTON (AP) - Striving to take action where Congress would
Sheely’s Furniture and Second Harvest pair to feed the hungry
Sheely’s Furniture and Second Harvest pair to feed the hungry Sheely’s Furniture and Appliance,
Intelligence on weapons no ‘slam dunk’
Intelligence on weapons no ‘slam dunk’ WASHINGTON (AP) - The intelligence linking Syrian President
Assad says Syria will defend itself: state media
Assad says Syria will defend itself: state media DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) - Syria’s state news agency
Arson destroys Bott Street home in Youngstown
Arson destroys Bott Street home in Youngstown youngstown Fire reports say arson is the cause of
Woman charged in stabbing death
Woman charged in stabbing death PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A suburban Philadelphia woman has been charged
Man gets 20 years in carjacking, shooting
Man gets 20 years in carjacking, shooting HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A central Pennsylvania man
Driver escapes serious injury from slab fall
Driver escapes serious injury from slab fall STROUDSBURG, Pa. (AP) — An eastern Pennsylvania man
Boardman girl to compete at Miss American Coed Pageant
BOARDMAN Kennedy Furano, 10, daughter of Carl and Sandy Furano of Boardman, has been selected to
Heads up. Hair chalking is trendy, temporary hair color
Niles woman’s entrepreneurial effort offers a fun diversion at variety of venues.
Vienna's effort to land TV factory falls through
Warren officials are disappointed their efforts to land a flat-screen television manufacturing facility in Vienna employing 500 people didn’t pan out
Poland’s Reardon named week 1 starter; wollet captain
Poland’s Reardon named week 1 starter at Kent State; wollet is captain
YSU students mark anniversary of King speech
The program lasted 63 minutes, recognizing the year of the speech
OSHP finds spoiled food headed here
Police confiscated a box truck full of spoiled food headed for our region.
Scrapper pitchers fan 15 in 2-1 road victory
Scrapper pitchers fan 15 in 2-1 road victory JAMESTOWN, N.Y. Four Mahoning Valley pitchers
CHS enters deal to buy Sharon Regional Health System
If completed, the move will further consolidate regional healthcare
Vanishing act: Football numbers are dwindling
Cracks are starting to show in America’s most popular sport.
Scalzo: Predicting Penguins can be tricky
Well, I said earlier this month that I thought YSU would go 8-4 or 9-3 and finish third in the Missouri Valley Football Conference.
SNAP demonstrates at cathedral
By joe gorman jgorman@vindy.com youngstown A man saying he was abused by a deacon and former
This week’s q&a East’s P.J. Mays
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Outshyne makes name for itself
Doing pretty good is how Outshyne singer Waylon Owings currently describes his country band.
Sheryl Crow is ready for move to country music
Sheryl Crow’s datebook is overbooked: She’s making promotional appearances to launch her country-music career with an album in September, headlining concerts (including the Canfield Fair on Monday) and getting her two young boys ready for school.
Tour mate Gary Allan is in a brighter place
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Big-band revue celebrates 20 seasons, will come to Stambaugh Auditorium
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN In the Mood, the 1940s big band and swing dance musical revue, will come
Expand Medicaid in Ohio, advocates say
Among the speakers were Youngstown native Maurice Clarett, former Ohio State running back.
Fun and frenzy in Fair labor
Vindicator reporter Kalea Hall tries her hand at cooking french fries at a Molnar’s stand at the Canfield Fair. Molnar’s has 12 concession stands, and has been at the fair for 45 years.
Steelers seek meaning in meaningless game
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NIGHTLIFE
Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476 Thu: Karaoke with
The Robinson Family Singers are a fair staple
The troupe, now based in Kentucky, got its start in upstate New York.
MLK speech inspires new march
Associated Press WASHINGTON Standing on hallowed ground of the civil-rights movement, President
Wilkins enjoyed getting his kicks
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2013 Divisional Alignments
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“Motive” (8 p.m., ABC): In the two-hour season finale of “Motive,” Flynn and
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Plant mums now to enjoy beauty later Worth the wait
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Don’t wait until it’s too late to plant
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Pabstolutely will return Sept. 7 with Daikaju as the headliner.
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State commendation
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NBC tries to create big event with ‘Million Second Quiz’
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Agenda Friday
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Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
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Fall soil testing
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Port authorizes construction of maintenance building, parking area
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Obama should stop talking
Opinion: WASHINGTON Barack Obama’s foreign policy dream — cordial relations with a Middle East tranquilized
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Career center report cards show some changes
State law allows special education students to enroll in career technical programs after four years of high school
Merrill Lynch settles racial-bias lawsuit
Associated Press CHICAGO Lawyers for hundreds of black financial advisers have reached a $160
LSP gang member arrested for drug possession
Neail served 33 months in prison on gang-related charges.
Violence in Iraq kills at least 80
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LABOR DAY What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days.
Menacing conviction brings probation and fine
A jury acquitted Oscar Ponce in July of two counts of raping his estranged wife in 2008.
Delphi retirees get good news in the bid for pension fairness
Editorial: After years of frustration and even despair, the 22,000 salaried retirees of Delphi Corp., including
Ginsburg goes on the offensive
Opinion: WASHINGTON Maybe it’s good that the justices have another month off before the Supreme Court
METRO DIGEST || PUCO OKs gates
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Fast-food strikes set in several cities
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Preparing for storms
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Ballet students stay on their toes during break
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Deal off for former school property sale
The company decided not to execute the agreement, according to the school district
Buckeyes’ many weapons excite Meyer
Like a kid opening a present on Christmas morning, Urban Meyer can’t wait to tear off the wrapping and bows to see what his latest Ohio State offense will do.
AUDITIONS
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Youngstown man convicted in 1997 Ashtabula murder
John Drummond was one of six men indicted earlier this year with the shooting death of Ronald Hull in Ashtabula.
Buy evergreens now
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On the air | This week’s games on TV and radio
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Hasan gets death sentence
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ODA investigating truck of spoiled food headed to area restaurants
A box truck full of spoiled meat and vegetables was headed for at least nine restaurants in Youngstown and western Pennsylvania, according to police and documents from the Ohio Department of Health.
Lincoln Univ. student guilty in crash that killed 1
Lincoln Univ. student guilty in crash that killed 1
Ohio judge bans protest in front of Columbus church
Ohio judge bans protest in front of Columbus church
Youngstown man convicted of 1997 slaying in Ashtabula
Youngstown man convicted of 1997 slaying in Ashtabula
Tiny Okla. town tries to rid water supply of worms
Tiny Okla. town tries to rid water supply of worms
Obama: US will attack Syria even without UN, ally support
The Obama administration said Wednesday it would take action against the Syrian government even without the backing of allies or the United Nations because diplomatic paralysis must not prevent a response to the alleged chemical weapons attack outside the Syrian capital last week.
2013 Blitz Season
August 28, 2013 | A look of what is in store for the upcoming high school and YSU seasons.
Thousands hear Obama, others urge renewal of MLK's push for equality, harmony
Standing on hallowed ground of the civil rights movement, President Barack Obama challenged new generations Wednesday to seize the cause of racial equality and honor the "glorious patriots" who marched a half century ago to the very steps from which Rev. Martin Luther King spoke during the March on Washington.
PUCO approves rail crossing upgrade in Columbiana Co.
PUCO approves rail crossing upgrade in Columbiana Co.
Rocket carrying spy satellite launches from Calif.
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Calif. launches drone to scout for spot fires
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Police: Pa. principal exposed himself at health club
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When to strike: Syria timing is complex for Obama
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Detainees disappear amid Nigerian crackdown
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Iraqi PM says his country on high alert over Syria
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US mulls objectives, outcomes of a strike on Syria
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Austintown schools deal to sell middle school set aside
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UN experts head to Damascus suburb, activists say
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Drug task force rounds up 32 Ohio suspects charged
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Kasich honors anniversary of Dr. King's famous speech
Kasich honors anniversary of Dr. King's famous speech
Boardman cops charge plumber with theft by deception
Boardman cops charge plumber with theft by deception BOARDMAN Boardman police arrested a Munroe
Woman who gouged out eyes of Chinese boy sought
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His life on line, Fort Hood gunman blocks lawyers
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Teacher talks continue in McDonald
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Calif. fire prompts unhealthy air warnings in Nev.
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City nears online water payments
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NYPD designates mosques as terrorism organizations
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Drug sale at bar prompts police call and search
Drug sale at bar prompts police call and search youngstown Police cited a man for a marijuana
Man with gun steals lottery tickets from market
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Futures barely higher as Syrian tension escalates
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Police find 128 pills after motorcycle traffic stop
Police find 128 pills after motorcycle traffic stop youngstown Police found 128 pills on a man
Man acquitted of rape gets probation and a fine for stalking
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Youngstown City Schools Superintendent Connie Hathorn
August 28, 2013 | Youngstown City Schools Superintendent, Connie Hathorn, visits to discuss the 2013 School Report Card and more.
Attacks kill at least 66 in Iraq, many more hurt
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Sharon Regional announces intent to sell assets to ValleyCare parent
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US still defining objectives of strike on Syria
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Lowellville council sets special meeting today
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Church to appeal verdict in 2009 raid
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Woman deemed competent for murder trial
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Saturday road closings for walk/run
Due to the African Male Wellness Walk/Run, these streets will be closed, 9 a.m. to noon Saturday
Natalie Biastro, Trent Buhecker to wed Oct. 26
John and Debbie Biastro of North Lima are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Natalie Biastro of North Lima, to Trent Buhecker of Youngstown.
Lauren Erdel, Francis Fitch IV plan marriage
POLAND James and Jill Erdel of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Lauren
Marisa Lukasko, Anthony Nolfi III are engaged
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Lukasko of Sharpsville, Pa., and Mr. and Mrs. Anthony F. Nolfi II of Lowellville
Bernard-Antal vows will be exchanged
Joseph Craig and Carole Bernard, both of Canfield, and Jerry and Debbie Antal of Youngstown are
Susany-Pursel rites announced for September
AUSTINTOWN John and Linda Susany of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Parents announce Ortz-Wells engagement
BOARDMAN William and Beth Ortz of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
FRIDAY Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church, 53 Laird Ave., Youngstown, will serve fish dinners
Ox roast, car show set at fairgrounds
Ox roast, car show set at fairgrounds CORTLAND Glenn Christian Foundation will have an ox roast
24th Annual Cancer Survivorship Day is Sept. 8
ValleyCare Trumbull Memorial Hospital, an affiliate of ValleyCare Health System of Ohio, in collaboration with the American Cancer Society and Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation, sponsors the 24th Annual Cancer Survivorship Day from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sept. 8 at Lincoln School, 2253 Atlantic St. NE.
Clarett to speak at mental-health event
Maurice Clarett, former standout running back at Ohio State University and Warren G. Harding High School, will be among the speakers when the Ohio Association of County Behavioral Health Authorities and the National
Prayer Shawl Ministry provides warmth, healing through handiwork
Since group's founding in 2008, members have donated 700-plus shawls
YSU looks for first win against Dayton
Saying Dayton has a 9-0 record against Youngstown State’s football team is a little like saying Jackson-Milton’s football team is unbeaten against Cardinal Mooney.
Oakhill renovation money nearly gone
Only $7,830 of the Oakhill renovation budget remains unspent or uncommitted, chief deputy auditor says.
Niles Police Department inundated with calls regarding funeral home
Investigators with the Niles Police Department are working to get through a list of “100 calls at least” from people with questions and concerns following the revocation of the license of former Niles funeral director Robert P. McDermott.
Phantoms’ Walker preparing for Capitals’ tryout camp
Next week, Nathan Walker will take part in the Washington Capitals’ rookie camp in Arlington, Va.
Howland’s Sullivan, Boardman’s Grantonic win Suburban races
The 2013 cross country season has just begun, but it’s already been a fruitful one for the Howland boys and senior Ryan Sullivan.
Former police chief failed to withdraw from Youngstown mayoral race
He says he’ll campaign for another candidate
First African-American Male Wellness Walk is Saturday
Health screenings, children’s activities are featured
Warfield statue to be dedicated at WGH
On Oct. 12, Warfield’s grid career comes full circle when his hometown and high school honors him with a life-sized bronze statue.
Youngstown demo employee reprimanded for wrong information on house
City administrator writes that worker ‘check the information for accuracy’
Scrappers blanked in doubleheader sweep
The Mahoning Valley Scrappers produced no runs in two games on Tuesday night against the Jamestown Jammers.
Streaking Braves blank Indians
The Braves have won 14 of 17 at Turner Field and own baseball’s home mark at 45-18.
Zoning charge filed against state Rep. Tom Letson
Warren officials have filed a misdemeanor criminal charge against state Rep. Tom Letson of Warren over allegations that a house he owns on Foster Street Northeast violates city zoning laws.
Teacher sets up $408,615 YSU scholarship fund for Poland students
Teacher sets up $408,615 scholarship fund at YSU
Concessionaires, vendors set for 167th Canfield Fair
Margie Brady of the Original Philly Cheese Steak gets her concession stand ready for the opening of the 167th Canfield Fair today. She and other vendors spent Tuesday preparing for the six-day fair, which ends Labor Day.
A new cocktail tune
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Drilling permits
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Lonely Planet author travels to troubled lands
By BETH J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor NEW YORK Tony Wheeler wrote his first travel book with his
Final warnings about the Affordable Care Act
Opinion: PORTSTEWART, Northern Ireland Each visit to the U.K. brings new horror stories about the National
50 years after historic ‘Dream’ MLK’s vision almost a reality
Editorial: “I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for
Mazda | A closer look
Carmaker that could: Japanese carmaker Mazda says it came up with innovations in nearly every step
A fish tale
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Tips for tailgating this season
Family Features Grilled food is good anywhere for any occasion. Whether you’re tailgating in the
Here comes the judge
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THEY CAN SEE YOU ‘Closed Circuit’ is a smart post-privacy thriller
By JOCELYN NOVECK AP National Writer We’re all being watched. All the time. That’s a key
Canfield Fair security, medical services ready to go
Planning for fair services is a year-round affair
Helping government
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Fire containment increases 20 percent
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Officials, bike riders, celebrate completion of central part of Warren bike trail
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Governments demanded data on 38K users, Facebook says
Associated Press WASHINGTON Government agents in 74 countries demanded information on about
Pirates drop third in a row
Aramis Ramirez had three hits, including his 350th career home run, and drove in four runs for Milwaukee.
Hardesty will miss 2013 season
For the second straight day, the Browns ended the season for one of their running backs.
Birthdays
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MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
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METRO DIGEST || New program to be unveiled at fair
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POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
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Support mounts for strike on Syria
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School districts quit federal lunch program
Associated Press After just one year, some schools around the country are dropping out of the
The following video games have been released this week, according to Gamestop.com:
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Be a standout with delightful back-to-school bake sale cookies
Family Features Back to school means back to bake sales, a delicious extracurricular activity
Mahoning Valley home sales steady in July
Sales nearly matched or exceeded the market gains of last year
The last dance: Signs suggest twerking isn’t working
By NEKESA MUMBI MOODY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK The day after the MTV Video Music
Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests will be meeting today
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Rock laser shows set at YSU’s planetarium
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The rock ’n’ roll laser shows that drew capacity crowds earlier this
Former Columbiana man pleads guilty to workers comp fraud
Randy Bartosh was running a tatto shop in Pa. and collecting benefits in Ohio
Labor Day picnic solutions
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Innovations at plant are boost for Mazda
Mazda, the longtime also-ran of Japanese automakers, says it came up with innovations in nearly every step of auto manufacturing for a super-efficient assembly line that rolls off vehicles at a stunning rate of one every 54 seconds.
New photos show marathon bombing suspect’s surrender
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Time to reflect on a poignant anniversary
Opinion: The 50th anniversary of the March on Washington, and of the Rev. Martin Luther King’s memorable “I
Sandy Hook students begin new school year
Associated Press MONROE, Conn. Therapy dogs and heightened security greeted Sandy Hook
Howland man extradited to Texas to face manslaughter charge
William P. Mitchell, 57, of Howland has waived extradition to Montgomery County, Texas, to face a charge of intoxication manslaughter in the death of his wife, Connie, last year.
oddly enough
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The board’s advisory council against allocation cut
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newsmakers
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Agenda Thursday
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Don’t just target YSU students; enforce parking equally in city
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Mayors join pregame as season kicks off
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Manziel’s status unclear for Texas A&M opener
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Beatitude House receives $150K grant
Beatitude House also provides families with support services including counseling, parenting classes, educational opportunities and child advocacy.
Man arrested after breaking down door, firing gun, biting girlfriend
Man arrested after breaking down door, firing gun, biting girlfriend
Woman identified in Johnston Township fatal accident
Investigators believe Rachel L. Davis was traveling from home to another relative’s house in Fowler Township at the time of the 6:35 p.m. head-on crash.
Road closings
Road closings Youngstown Due to the African Male Wellness Walk/Run, these streets will be
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Arrested at Belmont Avenue Speedway
A police officer made an arrest in a convenience store that resulted in a heroin trafficking charge.
Convicted sex offender charged with raping Youngstown woman
Convicted sex offender charged with raping Youngstown woman
Trial ordered for Pa. woman in laced burritos case
Trial ordered for Pa. woman in laced burritos case
Zimmerman will ask Fla. to pay some bills
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Biden: No doubt Syrian regime used chem weapons
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New photos show marathon bomb suspect’s surrender
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Arias’ attorneys want venue change for sentencing
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Man mauled by grizzly in Alaska recounts attacks
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Fort Hood gunman won’t talk before sentencing
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Immaculate Conception Church and school sold for $47,300 at auction
Immaculate Conception Church and school sold for $47,300 at auction youngstown Immaculate
Ashland University cuts tuition by 37 percent
Ashland University cuts tuition by 37 percent GOP House Speaker Bill Batchelder called it a
Drug charges follow arrest at Liberty convenience store
Drug charges follow arrest at Liberty convenience store
Wellness walk will close some streets
Wellness walk will close some streets Youngstown Due to the African Male Wellness Walk/Run,
Consol unveils plans for gas drilling at Pittsburgh airport
Consol unveils plans for gas drilling at Pittsburgh airport PITTSBURGH (AP) — Consol Energy has
Police probe suicide with plastic bag at psych ward
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Americans wary of Syria intervention
Americans wary of Syria intervention As the U.S. weighs a response to Syria, recent polling has
Man arrested on child-porn charges
FBI and Mahoning sheriff investigated the case Staff report youngstown FBI agents and
Man arrested after breaking down door, firing gun, biting girlfriend
Man arrested after breaking down door, firing gun, biting girlfriend Staff report youngstown
Report: Underage tobacco sales at record lows
Report: Underage tobacco sales at record lows RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - New statistics show that the
Former Columbiana man pleads guilty to Workers' Comp fraud charges
Former Columbiana man pleads guilty to Workers' Comp fraud charges
NEO public leaders seek help Center for Government Research
NEO public leaders seek help Center for Government Research
Facebook: Governments demanded data on 38K users
Facebook: Governments demanded data on 38K users WASHINGTON (AP) - Government agents in 74
Fire destroys Potomac Avenue house
Fire destroys Potomac Avenue house youngstown Investigators are looking for the cause in a fire
Hagel: US military stands ready to strike Syria
Hagel: US military stands ready to strike Syria WASHINGTON (AP) - The U.S. military stands ready
Oakhill project ‘out of cash’ and substantially completed, officials say
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Arab League accuses Syria of chemical attack
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Mahoning County Veterans Service Commission cancels meeting
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Manning lawyer gives more details on gender change
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Teacher sets up $408,615 scholarship fund at YSU
Teacher sets up $408,615 scholarship fund at YSU Staff report The estate of Dolores Osberg
Boardman police investigate firearms theft
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Bottom Dollar donates $4.500 to Second Harvest Food Bank
Bottom Dollar donates $4.500 to Second Harvest Food Bank YOUNGSTOWN Second Harvest Food Bank of
Crews report progress against Yosemite fire
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Britain recalls Parliament to discuss Syria
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Trumbull crash victim identified
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UN: Experts delay trip to Damascus suburb by 1 day
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Boy pleads not guilty in grandparents’ slaying
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Lions-Target team to offer coats for kids
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REUNIONS
Brookfield High School Class of 1963 will have its 50th class reunion at 7 p.m. Sept. 28 at Laddie’s
Program aimed at helping youngsters become better readers
Music, movements and stories are part of the process
Standohars part of Girard’s lengthy streak
Over the past four seasons, the Girard boys golf team has been led by Standohars.
Tribe entering critical stretch
As they packed their bags for a critical trip to Atlanta and Detroit, the Cleveland Indians may not have realized they could be bringing something valuable on the road with them this week.
Meyer expects mistake-free effort from OSU
Enough with the appetizers and the preludes for the Ohio State Buckeyes.
Foster’s time is now with Steelers
Over the first four years of his career, Foster was used as little more than a spare part by the Steelers.
Court orders new trial for man convicted of murdering baby
Court orders new trial for man convicted of murdering baby
Weeden: No reason to panic
Brandon Weeden’s not worried, so he figures everyone else should chill out.
A mistake by Youngstown led to confusion over the demolition of a North Side house
Jan Pentz of Youngstown’s North Side stands in front of two houses on the 1300 block of Wick Avenue that are in need of demolition. Pentz lives across the street from the structures.
Warren man waives detention hearing in Ponzi scheme, will remain in federal detention
Warren man waives detention hearing in Ponzi scheme, will remain in federal detention
Dog remedy stirs outrage
Q. Our Westie has cleared up my athlete’s foot completely. The sensation was a little odd at first
Free program
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Associated Press
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MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
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Study: Tax receipts up in shale counties
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‘Secret recipes’ may have changed
Associated Press ATLANTA Coca-Cola keeps the recipe for its 127-year-old soda inside an imposing
Live music on late-night television talk shows this week:
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‘Young invincibles’ key to Obamacare
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COMING TOMORROW
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US orders for durable factory goods fell in July
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Kerry makes case for action against Syria
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Accident probed
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Two houses burn
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Niles schools had a smooth start to the new school year
Niles schools opened two new buildings for their first day of school and worried that all of that change, coupled with a major road project, could wreak havoc.
Biofuels industry launches ad campaign to counter oil and gas
The advocacy group Growth Energy says the campaign is overdue
NM judge: Same-sex marriage is legal
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21 cases of measles linked to megachurch
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Scrappers postponed by rain in Jamestown
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Two will be honored at Columbus Day dinner-show
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Ohio stepping up the fight against human trafficking
Editorial: Although some 1,000 American- born children are forced into the sex trade in Ohio every year, and
Hall & Oates keyboardist takes time for his own music
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Today is Tuesday, Aug. 27, the 239th day of 2013. There are 126 days left in the year.
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Phantoms’ Padulo to skate with Sharks
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Yosemite wildfire closing in on San Francisco water supply
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Blood pressure improvements seen with no co-pays, easier-to-use pills, researchers report Pressure relief
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House called a health hazard
Police turned the urine and feces-filled house over to the Trumbull County Health Department.
Ohio using facial recognition software with driver's license photos
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Swiss city experiments with drive-in ‘sex boxes’
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Heat wave prompts schools in Midwest to send kids home
Associated Press LINCOLN, Neb. An unusual, late-summer heat wave enveloped much of the Midwest
Penney’s largest investor to sell entire stake
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Poor oral hygiene has links to Ohio’s high infant-mortality rate
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A 16-year Youngstown school board member files as a write-in
Lock P. Beachum Sr. is ‘concerned’ about the candidates seeking board seats
Afghan war vet gets Medal of Honor
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama bestowed the nation’s highest military honor,
Ex-Ohio governor, congressman dies
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Associated Press CAIRO Two former militant groups offered to call off street protests if the
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Cortland woman killed in accident in Johnston Twp.
Cortland woman killed in accident in Johnston Twp.
House called a health hazard
Police turned the urine and feces-filled house over to the Trumbull County Health Department.
Two attempted abductions reported in Warren
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Judge holds hearing for new trial
Defense claims someone tampered with jury selection youngstown Lawyers for a former
Court orders new trial for man convicted of murdering baby
Appeals court: Defendant’s right to open trial violated Court orders new trial for man convicted
Ferrara bill of particulars filed
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Big money fundraiser for Mahoning County and Ohio Democratic parties
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Kate Gosselin sues ex over book; alleges hacking
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Egyptian Islamist groups seek truce with army
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Official says Syria to defend itself
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Teens arrested for drug charges after traffic stop
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Austintown trustees OK demolition of five houses
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Police seek car involved in fatal hit and run
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Pittsburgh zoo to host elephant, rhino experts
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Federal court orders new trial for John Drummond
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Niles schools had a smooth start to the new school year
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Copper stolen from house, business in Austintown
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Campbell police arrest driver on multiple charges
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Two-car crash in Campbell injures one
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Militants abduct and kill 6 north of Baghdad
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Convicted Fort Hood gunman begins sentencing phase
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Crews battle huge wildfire raging in Yosemite area
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Pa. girl to leave hospital after lung transplants
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Officials: Dispute may have sparked shooting
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WORTH A LOOK
BINGO, CARD PARTIES Bethlehem Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America will sponsor
Torch club earns outstanding award
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Church provides 14 scholarships
Bethel Lutheran Church provides 14 scholarships for education assistance.
Stubbs’ homer saves mistaken-prone Indians
Cleveland committed four errors but found a way to beat the Twins.
Vogelsong bests Bucs’ Burnett
The Pirates remained in first place in the NL Central thanks to Atlanta’s loss.
Stepping up for a cause
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Boardman Fire Department receives new radio system, still needs updates
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City will create a junior firefighter program
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Reciprocity of Niles tax reduced by officials
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Traffic flow Monday to be complicated by Niles detour, start of school
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Syria agrees to UN chemical-weapons probe
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Inside the ropes with …
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New video games take on terrorism fighting model
By Lou KESTEN Associated PRess What does America need to fight terrorists? Pervasive
Use new report-card results to improve schools in Valley
Editorial: If, as many argue, the devil is in the details, then the revised and expanded 2012-13 state report
The top concert tours ranks artists by average box-office gross per city and includes the average
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A troubling pattern of prying
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Study of the brain is one brainy idea
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$5M insurance claim to impact Ohio county
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Aubrey Cleland sings Beyonce’s “Sweet Dreams” on Sunday at the Covelli Centre,
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Some youths see anniversary of march as a chance to lead
Associated Press WASHINGTON Mary-Pat Hector of Atlanta was operating much like a 1960s civil-
Valley football coaches ready to start
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YSU 2013 SUMMER GRADS
About 400 students received diplomas during summer commencement, which was Aug.17. Because the list
Drop-off recycling site leases total $268,800 annually
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Cellphones hot contraband items in Ohio prisons
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In Egypt, courts hear cases against Mubarak, Islamists
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Austintown and Boardman: $42,000 each
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Greatest Guin: Karzmer captures crown
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Calif. city looks to seize loans to ease mortgages
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Hulu acquires more Jim Henson shows
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Public pensions for private lobbyists
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Pa. fracking health study stirs debate on numbers
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Pittsburgh gets advice on airport gas drilling
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Officials from Consol Energy Inc. and Pittsburgh International
Attacks in Iraq kill at least 46
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madelyn p. hastings | the vindicator
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American Idol Live tour makes first-ever stop in Youngstown
Top-10 finalists, plus a wild card put on 15 song show
WINNERS
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Associated Press
Associated Press GROVELAND, Calif. At Ike Bunney’s dude ranch near the Sierra community of
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Associated Press NEW YORK The video of the year trophy was the final memorable moment of a night
Diversity forums begin Sept. 4 at main library
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Panerathon fundraiser for breast-care center draws 8,000 participants
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Greatest Golfer 2013 Winners
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Green Team looks to lower annual cost for recycling sites
Green Team looks to lower annual cost for recycling sites The Mahoning County Recycling Division
Youngstown to start junior firefighter program
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Kokrak eyes top 10 finish after strong final round
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NEW: Saturday-Friday scores, Greatest Golfer
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Hassays observe 50th anniversary; celebration to take place at later date
LIBERTY Frank and Jessica Hassay of Liberty marked their 50th wedding anniversary Aug. 24, and a
Martzes observe 50th with trip from children
SALEM Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Martz of Salem celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Aug. 3. Their
Wertmans’ 50th honored with dinner party
BOARDMAN Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Charles Wertman of Boardman were honored for their golden jubilee
Open house honors Rhodeses’ 50th anniversary
CANFIELD Mr. and Mrs. Norman Rhodes of Canfield celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Aug. 3
Vicarels celebrate 60th anniversary with family
BOARDMAN Mr. and Mrs. Fred Vicarel of Boardman celebrated their 60th anniversary July 5 with a
Trash, treasure sale is set as fundraiser
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Links will sponsor breakfast to honor men
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Area Mason honored for leadership
Russell W. Gillam III received 33rd degree Aug. 20 in Washington, D.C.
HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY Agnes Gabler
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National Hamburger Festival puts Guyz in burger bliss
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SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
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Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, open exercise at
A Mexican Fiesta Garden? Yes! Go and sî for yourself
Every year, the Toths of Hubbard share their beautiful gardens with the public.
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Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet at noon Tuesday at the Kyle Pavilion in Hubbard Park for a
Never skipping a beat, Heart Walk 2013 is set
The fundraising goal for this year’s Heart Walk is $250,000.
Two more indicted in Warren Ponzi scheme
Keelan Harris, 37, of Warren, is in federal custody, detained by U.S. officials after he was indicted last week by a federal grand jury in the Ponzi scheme for which his brother, Kevin Harris, was sent to prison in 2012.
The real McKoy: YSU transfer steps in
Less than two weeks after transferring, CB DeVon McKoy has earned a starting spot.
Can Buckeyes’ Meyer snap SEC streak?
He started the conference’s streak when he led Florida past OSU seven seasons ago.
Oakhill vs. county leases elsewhere poses cost dilemma
Mahoning County spends more than $700,000 a year on leases, but moving offices to Oakhill costs more than renting elsewhere, a commissioner says.
Marching 50 years later for King’s dream: ‘The task is not done’
Staff and wire report WASHINGTON Tens of thousands of people marched to the Martin Luther King
Local companies upset about construction rule changes
New rules for construction are alleged to eliminate smaller companies from consideration on most jobs
Cool weather, excessive rain affect area farmers
With the excessive rain, especially in June and July, and cool temperatures, this summer has given area farmers a more difficult time than last year’s drought.
2nd Annual Arab American Festival of Youngstown educates and
Nawal Picard, an Iraqi native who has lived in the Youngstown area 24 years and is married to a Christian pastor, understands that it’s not easy for average Americans to understand her culture. At the 2nd Annual Arab American Festival of Youngstown Saturday, Picard said there’s diversity in the Arab world, but also simplicity.
The third adult member of the Niles gang called Savage Inc., has been sentenced to prison.
The third adult member of the Niles gang called Savage Inc., has been sentenced to prison.
Racewalker Michael Mannozzi pursues Olympics
The Boardman native wants to compete in either the 2016 or 2020 Games.
Mineral Ridge Rams
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INDIVIDUAL LEADERS RUSHING Att Yds Avg TD Nick Blower, Crestview 140172912.421 De’Veon
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‘Use it or lose it’ must be enacted
Opinion: The recent act of generosity by Dr. Cynthia Anderson, retired Youngstown State University president,
West Branch looks to defend NBC title
Last season was a strange one for West Branch. In D.J. Dota'ss second year, the Warriors won the Northeastern Buckeye Conference, but missed the playoffs.
Today’s entertainment picks:
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Bargaining can reap big bucks
Hate to haggle? You’re not alone. Consumer Reports’ recent national survey found that just 48
Chamber will host business breakfast
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LaBrae football looks ahead
By DOUG CHAPIN dchapin@vindy.com LEAVITTSBURG No one associated with the LaBrae High football
Beaver Local football finds new opportunities
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com LISBON Dropping out of the All-American Conference means
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Cochran, Girard looking to rebound
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Leadership, chemistry should aid Mooney
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Maybe the strangest thing about Cardinal Mooney
Wellsville Tigers
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Ask Mr. Know It All
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Lowellville wants to build on 2012 improvement
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South Range Raiders
By Steve Wilaj sports@vindy.com BEAVER TOWNSHIP Good is not good enough for South Range.
Local company to build Knievel tribute motorcycle
Sledgehammer Bobbers has quickly developed a reputation in the world of motorcycle builders
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Campbell Red Devils
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United Eagles
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com HANOVERTON United got off to a hot start during the 2012
Southington moving into refurbished stadium
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Howland Tigers
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Ursuline Fighting Irish
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN In early January, a little more than a month after
By Greg Gulas
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Hubbard Eagles
By ryan buck rbuck@vindy.com hubbard A year ago, Hubbard running back L.J. Scott was a player
Leetonia has two early tests
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By TOM WILLIAMS
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Experienced backfield keys Poland
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com poland Yes, Poland football coach Mark Brungard lost eight
IN THE cup!
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Mathews seeking leadership
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Ameera Paone belly dances at the Arab American Festival of Youngstown on West Federal Street
Ameera Paone belly dances at the Arab American Festival of Youngstown on West Federal Street
Springfield has plenty of experience back
Springfield coach Sean Guerriero is a big fan of experience, whether it's on the football field or at some other athletic event.
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Free Daily Happenings Baby Comfort Station: Next to Building 22, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Antique
Mason, staff kept Red Dragons going despite graduation losses
GREAT TEACHERS By STEVE RUMAN sports@vindy.com NILES By September of 1963, the Niles
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MEN Holy Name (Mahoning Country Club) — Low gross: John Greene, Neil Guerrieri 36; Pepe Pomaro 38;
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Mooney celebrates 40th anniversary of first title, best player
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East Panthers
By greg gulas sports@vindy.com Youngstown Losing 29 seniors was bad enough, but first-year
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GGOV Final tee times
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Panthers waive Mooney’s Zordich
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Brookfield Warriors
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Four part-time court leases cost $408,218 annually
Rents for the area courts in Austintown, Boardman, Canfield and Sebring don’t include $43,809 in annual utility costs.
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By STEVE RUMAN sports@vindy.com NILES Niles McKinley High coach Brian Shaner enjoyed historic
Trump lawyer denies AG claims
Associated Press ALBANY, N.Y. Donald Trump’s attorney accuses New York Attorney General Eric
Sebring football looks to improve
By Steve Wilaj sports@vindy.com SEBRING If the best lessons are learned through failure, then
By Steve Wilaj
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Southern Local Indians
By ryan buck rbuck@vindy.com salineville Painted across the locker room wall at Southern’s
Youngstown Christian on a roll
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Vechiarelli unseats champ in Super Seniors
Bob Leonard won the Senior division with a final round 71.
Arnold, Harding look to build on surprising 2012
The 2012 season had "transition" written all over it for Warren Harding.
Karzmer: A trip through the GGOV’s first round
The writer details his Friday round at Mill Creek North.
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PETE MOLLICA Open Division Jonah Karzmer, Lake Club 72-73—145 Tim Morrow, Avalon Lakes73-74—147
2012 Playoffs
Division I Regional Quarterfinals Region 1 1 Lakewood St. Edward 50, 8 Mayfield 27 2 Cle.
More schools using armed security after Conn. tragedy
Associated Press MIAMI In the Fort Lauderdale suburb of Pembroke Pines, students returning to
area Golf calendar | Upcoming outings
AUGUST Today — Inaugural Fraternal Order of Police Trumbull South Lodge #115 Golf Outing at
Superintendent, state panel own city’s latest report card
Editorial: What do you call five F’s, two D’s and two C’s on a report card? If shameful is too harsh a word,
Family of child-abuse victim seeks support for ‘Teddy’s Law’
Opinion: Family of child-abuse victim seeks support for ‘Teddy’s Law’ The Teddy Foltz-Tedesco Memorial
TiVo refreshes lineup with 6-tuner Roamio DVRs
Associated Press NEW YORK TiVo Inc. wants to give television viewers more control over what they
Mafia-books author to discuss works
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LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
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Complicated fun
Associated Press WINTER HAVEN, Fla. Boasting obscure characters and detailed story lines,
Boardman coach finds inspiration from Meyer
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com boardman Faced with dwindling numbers and a brutal fall
Actor ‘blessed’ by good directors
McClatchy Newspapers Ask any actor to name the directors they would like to work with and the
Canfield Fair’s rich rural roots
Editorial: Hearty bites of deep-fried Twinkies and topsy turvy twists aboard the Zipper ride rank among
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By Kevin Connelly kconnelly@vindy.com Newton Falls Jon Culp got his first taste of what it’s
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High school football 2013 | Week by week schedule
(All games 7 p.m. unless noted) WEEK 1 Thursday, Aug. 29 Non-conference Leetonia at Lisbon,
Mother, son memorialized
Associated Press SANTEE, Calif. Calling their deaths “an abomination,” a priest memorialized a
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9
2012 Final computer rankings
Division I Region 1 — 1. Lakewood St. Edward (10-0) 39.9314, 2. Cle. St. Ignatius (9-1) 32.5158,
3 dead, 2 wounded in Florida shootings
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Agenda Monday
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City man charged in theft of OVI sign
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Syria warns US not to intervene
Associated Press DAMASCUS, Syria The Syrian government accused rebels of using chemical
A list of band nights as submitted to The Vindicator:
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mahoning County leases
children services group homes Location: Broadway boys group home. Landlord: William Swanston
Saturday, August 24 (70 stories)
West Side man charged with stealing cops’ OVI checkpoint sign
West Side man charged with stealing cops’ OVI checkpoint sign YOUNGSTOWN William Toth, 42,
Vechiarelli is Greatest, at last; Leonard wins again
If you were looking at Tippe, Trumbull, Youngstown or Oak Tree golf courses Saturday for the best action Saturday in Greatest Golfer of the Valley, you looked in the wrong place.
Number of meth labs in Ohio skyrockets 467 percent
Number of meth labs in Ohio skyrockets 467 percent Associated Press CLEVELAND Authorities in
Thousands march in DC to commemorate and expand King’s dream
Thousands march in DC to commemorate and expand King’s dream Associated Press WASHINGTON Tens
Arab traditions, culture are center stage at Youngstown festival
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Golf outing will benefit cancer patient
Golf outing will benefit cancer patient Oct. 12 at Lakeside Golf Course.
HMHP Foundation presents scholarships
HMHP Foundation presents scholarships at 16th annual awards dinner.
Make like a tree and leave with an elm won at the fair
Seedling is believing: Canfield Fair visitors will have chances to win elm trees.
Club will sponsor annual fly-in
Club will sponsor annual fly-in WEST MIDDLESEX, PA. Hubbard Wingsnappers Club for radio-
Youngstown teachers staying on job
Teachers have agreed to work through Sept. 30 under terms of their old contract.
YSU’s Welcome Week takes students on a thrill ride
The zip line was part of Welcome Week festivities
Inside the ropes with JASON KOKRAK
Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-under 69 in the second round of The Barclays. His round included seven birdies, three bogeys and one double bogey. He’s at 3 under for the tournament, seven shots behind the leader.
Bomb squad, Boardman fire respond to live mortar round
A boy and his mother attempted to sell the World War II memorabilia to First Choice Coin and Jewelry on Market Street
OSU’s Guiton stuck at second string
But the fifth-year senior will always be remembered for saving the Buckeyes’ perfect season.
QBs Weeden, Luck eye improvement
The two sophomores will see extended playing time in tonight’s preseason tune-up.
Valued Youngstown cop retiring, says people skills are key
Leaves after 29 years at YPD, 36 in law enforcement
Nonviolence Parade, rally set for Oct. 6 in Youngstown
The parade starts on Wood Street and proceeds downtown followed by the a rally
Youngstown native on trial in Ashtabula murder case
By SHELLEY TERRY Ashtabula Star Beacon ASHTABULA Opening statements took place Thursday in
Rabies baiting begins Monday in 3 counties
Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull counties will be covered
Panerathon expected to draw 8,000 downtown
By Kevin Connelly kconnelly@vindy.com youngstown An estimated 8,000 people will take part
GGOV open leader ahead by 2
Golfer Jim Cogar of Canfield chips his ball onto the green on the ninth hole of the North Course at Mill Creek Golf Course Friday during the Greatest Golfer of the Valley presented by Farmers National Bank. Cogar shot an 82 and is 12 strokes back of leader Glenn Milton.
Ohio mom convicted in school brawl
Associated Press CINCINNATI An Ohio woman involved in a classroom brawl with a teenage girl
Merger, installation, anniversaries marked by Rodef Sholom
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com youngstown The merger of Temple Beth Israel, Sharon,
Today’s entertainment picks:
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Microsoft: CEO Ballmer to retire
Associated Press NEW YORK Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer, who helped Bill Gates transform the
RELIGION DIGEST || Support group
Support group youngstown Cornersburg Baptist Church,, 3898 Tippecanoe Road, will host a 12-week
Judge orders PBGC to cooperate with Delphi retirees
Move could help salaried retirees in their quest for thousands of documents
Will JobsOhio bite GOPers?
Opinion: COLUMBUS Assume, for a moment, that all five Republicans holding statewide office will easily
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
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Affleck to play Batman in ‘Man of Steel’ sequel
By DERRIK J. LANG AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES Ben Affleck will don Batman’s cape and
Amid the frenzy, high school football season sports value
Editorial: Tradition and excitement run deep in the Mahoning and Shenango valleys each year as August winds its
Less of a commercial bonanza
Opinion: The Gleaner, Henderson, Ky.: August brings the usual heavily promoted back-to-school sales on
RELIGION DIGEST || First Friday
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Rassey joining Harvard staff
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Manning’s gender transition sets up a legal showdown
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Rabbi Muller marks 2 special occasions
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Kids at the ESA Park Apartments’ picnic enjoyed themselves when Youngstown firefighters
Kids at the ESA Park Apartments’ picnic enjoyed themselves when Youngstown firefighters lightly
Toronto mayor beats Hogan
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‘BLUE JASMINE’
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Surplus food/clothing
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Ohio troopers get boot options after flap over footware
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s highway patrol and the union for troopers settled a
Steelers TE Johnson ready to return
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HOW TO HANDLE RABIES BAITS
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Student: Racist postings ‘a joke’
Associated Press COLUMBUS A student who took credit for anti-Islam fliers and racist cards
Radioactive groundwater in Japan gets closer to Pacific
Associated Press TOKYO Deep beneath Fukushima’s crippled nuclear power station, a massive
BUDGET BATTLE Leaders seek deal to avoid a shutdown
Associated Press WASHINGTON Congressional Republican leaders and the Obama administration are
METRO DIGEST || Ex-player denied release to parents
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METRO DIGEST || Seeking domestic violence shelter volunteers
Man shot in thigh YOUNGSTOWN Harold W. Michaels, 39, was shot in the thigh about 2:20 a.m.
Akron hospital: Force Amish girl to have chemotherapy
Associated Press An Ohio hospital is fighting to force a 10-year-old Amish girl with leukemia to
Villagers unsatisfied with life sentence for soldier
Associated Press JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. The U.S. soldier who massacred 16 Afghan
Jury convicts soldier in Fort Hood attack
Associated Press FORT HOOD, Texas A military jury Friday convicted Maj. Nidal Hasan in the
Friday, August 23 (118 stories)
7-year-old bicyclist hit in Liberty
A 7-year-old bicyclist was transported to St. Elizabeth Health Center with non-life-threatening injuries after he was hit by an SUV this afternoon, the Ohio State Highway Patrol said.
Drivers beware: OVI checkpoint tonight in Austintown
A federally-funded operating a vehicle impaired checkpoint to detect and intercept alcohol-impaired drivers will be from 11 p.m. today to 3 a.m. Saturday on Mahoning Avenue here, the Ohio State Highway Patrol and the Mahoning County OVI Task Force announced.
Youngstown teachers agree to work through Sept. 30
The leadership of the Youngstown Education Association, which represents city school teachers, has agreed that teachers will work under terms of their expired contract at least through Sept. 30, said Helen Matusick, a labor relations consultant with the Ohio Education Association, of which the YEA is an affiliate.
UPDATED: Saturday tee times for Greatest
Here are tee times for ALL SATURDAY play of the 2013 Greatest Golfer of the Valley.
Here are the Seniors, Super Senior finalists for Greatest
The Greatest Golfer of the Valley Seniors and Super Seniors divisions will lead off the 2013 event starting Tuesday at Trumbull Country Club with 2010 Champ Bob Leonard in the lead group.
Vegas case seen to show ‘sovereign citizen’ threat
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San Diego mayor agrees to resign
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Villagers unsatisfied by life sentence for Bales
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Greatest leaders as Day 1 hits halfway point
Golfers from across Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania descended on Mill Creek Golf Course for the biggest day of Golf in the region.
Analysis: Ben Affleck and the Batman backlash
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Jurors deliberate sentence in Afghanistan massacre
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OVI checkpoint tonight in Mineral Ridge
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Low turnout for pro-Morsi rallies in Egypt
Low turnout for pro-Morsi rallies in Egypt CAIRO (AP) - Egypt’s military turned out in force as
Twin explosions kill 29 in north Lebanese city
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Soldier guilty of murder for Fort Hood shootings
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Ox roast, car show dates corrected
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Teachers union and Youngstown schools negotiate at 4 today
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Lake Milton man arrested on drug charges in Campbell
Lake Milton man arrested on drug charges in Campbell CAMPBELL Police stopped a 19-year-old Lake
Highway patrol plans checkpoint tonight
Highway patrol plans checkpoint tonight Youngstown The Ohio State Highway Patrol and the
Youngstown Symphony Orchestra to perform with Cirque Musica
youngstown Debbie Gibson, pop icon and Broadway star, will perform two original songs she wrote
Police take bulletproof vest after traffic stop
Police take bulletproof vest after traffic stop youngstown Police took a bulletproof vest early
Youngstown fire lieutenant collapses at fire scene
Youngstown fire lieutenant collapses at fire scene youngstown A city fire lieutenant was taken
Boardman man says he was assaulted by intruder
Boardman man says he was assaulted by intruder BOARDMAN A Boardman man says he was just sitting
Copper thieves strike vacant house
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Man shot in thigh on West Chalmers Avenue
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Police detail makes marijuana arrests
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Vaughn gets eight years in Youngstown beating case
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Federal government sues Texas over voter ID law
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CLUB CALENDAR
ALLIANCES Ohio Cultural Alliance will have a dinner meeting at 6 p.m. Sept. 9 at the Embassy, 5030
Saturday dinner to help with Salus medical bills
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Boardman trustees meet this morning with health department
Township trustees will meet with the Mahoning County Board of Health at 11 a.m. today in the meeting room of the administration building, 8299 Market St.
Accused Chinese political star offers spirited defense in corruption case
Fallen Chinese political star Bo Xilai has launched an unexpectedly spirited defense at his corruption trial, fiercely denying he took $3.5 million in bribes from two businessmen and cross-examining one of them with a lawyer's precision.
School report cards show mixed results for Valley schools
This marks the first year for a new letter grade system
Popovec’s heart still with basketball
The Canfield graduate is LaSalle’s director of basketball operations
Chinese Red Cross officials visit local peers, view EMA equipment
Visit local officials, view EMA emergency response equipment
Austintown woman faces rape charge in child pornography case
An Austintown woman is charged after police found sexually explicit images of her with children and a dog.
PREP SOCCER ROUNDUP | Thursday’s matches
BOYS Canfield 1, Boardman 0 BOARDMAN Brady Clark scored the goal and goalkeeper Jeff Joseph
Inside the ropes with JASON KOKRAK
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Niles business group gives Kubli Jr. community service award
The award recognizes business and community leadership
Dentist, editor offer career day inspiration to East Side students
Career day offers inspiration to high school students
Sulfuric acid spilled into Shenango River
Spill had minimal impact on Shenago River, according to public officals
310 face GGOV challenges today
Ray Vershum of Canfield follows through on his putt on the 12th hole Tuesday afternoon at Trumbull Country Club. Vershum will be one of more than 300 golfers taking the course at Mill Creek today in the Senior division of the Greatest Golfer of the Valley tournament.
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Austintown briefs
Fall festival set Poland-Boardman Child Care Center, located at 1940 Boardman Poland Road, is
Today’s entertainment picks:
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A court’s order: Obey the law
Opinion: WASHINGTON Nowadays the federal government leavens its usual quotient of incompetence with large
YSU begins a new school year with hope tempered by reality
Editorial: When Randy Dunn was picked earlier this year to serve as the eighth president of Youngstown State
Egypt tourism suffers with unrest
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‘Frightfully good’ thriller masters creepy story line
McClatchy Newspapers Raymond Chandler once offered a foolproof formula for holding readers’
Wolfe hopes to ready for Broncos’ opener
The Beaver Local graduate suffered a major scare against the Seahawks.
WORLD’S END
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Years Ago
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House seat attracts attention
Opinion: Several people are giving serious consideration to running next year for an Ohio House seat that
Mubarak put under house arrest
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birthdays
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Corrections officer accused of taking bribes
Associated Press CLEVELAND A Northeast Ohio corrections officer accused of taking bribes in
Wildfire near Yosemite surges to more than 84 square miles
Associated Press FRESNO, Calif. A wildfire outside Yosemite National Park more than tripled in
US officials differ on reaction to violence in Syria, Egypt
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. is poised to suspend another major weapons shipment to
Toledo prison has third fatal attack
Associated Press TOLEDO The deadly beating of an inmate by two other prisoners armed with
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jesse M. Brown, 34, of 15265 W. Pine Lake Road,
Canfield briefs
Chicken dinner to be Sept. 5 Western Reserve United Methodist Church, located at 4580 Canfield
New farmer’s market opens in Boardman
By CHELSEA WEIKART SHAR neighbors@vindy.com A once vacant parking lot where in the plaza
Fitch band night
Fitch band night The Austintown Fitch Band Night is Aug. 26 beginning at 7 p.m. in Falcon Stadium.
Poland briefs
Fall festival set Poland-Boardman Child Care Center, located at 1940 Boardman Poland Road, is
Poland to perform at Canfield
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Poland sports briefs
Send Neighbors your sports results Fall is on its way and your young athletes are ready to
Boardman briefs
First Night Youngstown seeks event staffers First Night Youngstown is seeking event staffers to
major league baseball boxscores
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scrappers 3 jammers2
scrappers 3 jammers2 Next: Batavia at Scrappers, doubleheader, today, 6:05 p.m.
Manning: I want to live as woman
Associated Press FORT MEADE, Md. Three years after rocking the Pentagon by leaking a mountain
Mother/daughter authors do book signing
A pair of authors were at Barnes and Noble Aug. 17 to sign copies of their book.
Sen. Rob Portman wants federal money to be used for demolitions
He visited Warren to tout his proposal
Wal-Mart pushes ‘US-made’ movement at summit
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is hoping for a groundswell “made-in-America” movement.
Selected local stocks
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SPORTS DIGEST || Reporting prep results
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Glitch leads to 3-hour outage of Nasdaq
Associated Press NEW YORK Trading on the Nasdaq stock exchange resumed Thursday after a three-
GM Lordstown meets energy-reduction challenge
Plant cut its energy intensity by 42 percent in less than three years
We can’t save every big tree
Opinion: Rapid City (S.D.) Journal: Custer State Park officials have said they are going to save the Big Tree
oddly enough
oddly enough New Jersey farmer gets political with corn maze CHESTER, N.J. A New Jersey farmer
prep volleyball roundup | Thursday’s matches
Austintown Fitch 25-25-25, Campbell 10-19-12 AUSTINTOWN Sara Obradovich made nine kills, 14
No verdict yet in Fort Hood shooting rampage
Associated Press FORT HOOD, Texas The Army psychiatrist on trial for the 2009 shooting rampage
Ex-Patriots player indicted on murder, weapons charges
Associated Press ATTLEBORO, Mass. Former New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez was
Judge rules breath testers unreliable in Ohio case
Associated Press COLUMBUS Opponents of a portable breath tester used on drunken driving suspects
CPC mission trip goes international
Nothing could stop the 12 youth group members and 9 adult church members of Canfield Presbyterian Church from reaching their destination of the Dominican Republic on a mission trip, including mechanical difficulties with their plane on the first leg of their trip to Atlanta.
Ollie’s Outlet to open in plaza
By Burton Speakman bspeakman@vindy.com BOARDMAN Ollie’s Bargain Outlet plans to open its third
METRO DIGEST || Dad found dead
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Syrian official blames rebels for deadly attack
Associated Press DAMASCUS, Syria Syria’s deputy prime minister told The Associated Press that
North side robberies
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PERFORMANCE INDEX TOTALS
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Surplus food/clothing
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Hour of Power swimmers raise funds
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield Swim and Tennis Club Swim Team had its second
Boardman sports briefs
Girls soccer beat Springfield Boardman High School girls soccer team had its first match of the
Furano represents Buckeye State
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Canfield sports briefs
Canfield defeats Fitch The Canfield boys golf team defeated Austintown Fitch 167-172 on Aug. 16.
Band night to be Aug. 27
The Canfield High School “Cardinal Pride” marching band’s 39th annual Show of Bands will be Aug. 27
Austintown sports briefs
Fitch loses to Canfield The Fitch boys golf team lost to Canfield 167-172 on Aug. 16. Top
Boardman Park to host baby boutique
Boardman Park will be having its semi-annual Baby Bargain Boutique Sept. 21 at the Masters Pavilion
Spartan CC boys place second
The Boardman Boys Cross Country team successfully opened the 2013 season with a second place finish
Outback Ray visits library
By ADRIENNE CRISSMAN acrisman@vindy.com Outback Ray visited the Poland library July 31 and
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Chinese Red Cross visits Youngstown today
A delegation of officials of the Red Cross Society of China, Shandong Branch, visited Youngstown and the American Red Cross Mahoning Valley Chapter on Thursday to strengthen the relationship established 12 years ago.
Wal-Mart urging suppliers, government to support 'made in America'
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is hoping for a groundswell “made-in-America” movement.
Astor heir, 89, granted medical parole in NY
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Mayor: New NYPD oversight jeopardizes city safety
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Vegas police say probe foiled plot to kill officer
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Couldn’t find a job, so he sold drugs
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Woman gets probation in theft case
Has to pay back more than $62,000 youngstown Amy Lynn Smith beat heroin cold turkey but not
Jury convicts man in felonious assault case
Jury convicts man in felonious assault case youngstown A jury convicted 35-year-old Terrell
Portman tours Warren, touts bill on housing demolition funds
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Niles man's girlfriend also charged in child pornography case
An Austintown woman is charged after police found sexually explicit images of her with her children
GM Lordstown succeeds in energy savings
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Sulfuric acid spilled into Shenango River
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Swords taken from South Side home
Swords taken from South Side home YOUNGSTOWN Reports said someone broke into a South Side home
Jurors get instructions in attempted murder trial
Jurors get instructions in attempted murder trial YOUNGSTOWN An attempted murder case in
Youngstown cops probe another North Side robbery
Youngstown cops probe another North Side robbery YOUNGSTOWN A 19-year-old man told police he
Dr. Katie Stabi, Dr. Joshua Nash plan Sept. vows
Thomas and Mary Stabi of Poland announce the engagement of their daughter, Dr. Katie Lynne Stabi, to Dr. Joshua Eugene Nash, both of South Euclid, Ohio.
Miss Kukura, Mr. Boyles are engaged
BOARDMAN John and Colleen Kukura of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Miss Straitiff, Mr. Gillespie are engaged
Bethany Rose Straitiff and John Joseph Gillespie, both of Boardman, are announcing their engagement
Emily Stanavich, Robert Colaianni set fall wedding
The engagement of Emily Stanavich and Robert Colaianni, both of Columbus, is being announced by
Kendra Perry, Jason Antalocy date set in Sept.
Lori and Nicholas Rusyn of Salem and Randy Perry of Columbiana are announcing the engagement of
Wolfe-DeCapua wedding plans are announced
Mickey and Lynette Wolfe of Struthers and Dick and Faye DeCapua of Brookfield are announcing the
Walmart volunteers will sponsor bake sale
Walmart volunteers will sponsor bake sale SALEM Walmart Community Giving Volunteers are
World War II veterans recognized, pinned in Liberty
Ceremony included balloon release, prayers and patriotic songs
New Ohio school report cards being released today
The new reports won’t look anything like those of previous years
Christopher L. Cline gets 3 years for disabling infant son
Christopher L. Cline, 26, of Mauro Circle, has been sentenced to three years in prison and three years probation for causing blindness and brain damage by shaking his 6-week-old son in 2009.
YSU women’s soccer team has big goals after best season in school history
YSU women’s soccer team has big goals following best season in school history
Youngstown to use $250,000 more for housing demos
The water department will allow customers to pay bills online
Testimony begins in trial of near-fatal beating
By joe gorman jgorman@vindy.com youngstown A man who was severely beaten on an East Side
Trumbull agency to monitor mentally ill inmates at county jail
Trumbull County jail to get full-time mental-health ‘navigator’
Curbside recycling delays irk Mahoning County residents
Allied Waste Services officials say they’ll remedy the curbside recycling collection delays next month.
Bride-to-be perseveres to walk down aisle after spinal-cord injury
Alissa Boyle of Salem uses a “standing frame” that lifts her from a sitting position to standing. Boyle suffered a spinal cord injury on Feb. 21, 2012, after she and a friend stopped to help an accident victim on I-79 in Greene County, Pa. The frame helps stretch her tendons and relieve “tightness” in her legs.
Don’t let yourself get hoodwinked by greedy motives of oil barons
Opinion: Don’t let yourself get hoodwinked by greedy motives of oil barons Let’s be sure of one thing:
Program to improve climate in Youngstown schools continues with state funding
The Ohio Department of Education will pay the $287,000 to fund the program’s second year
Manning gets 35 years for leaks of classified data
Associated Press FORT MEADE, Md. Army Pfc. Bradley Manning stood at attention in his crisp
SPORTS DIGEST || Softball World Series team honored at event
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War on crime will now need new weapons and initiatives
Editorial: For blacks and Hispanics, they are the weapons of mass destruction because of the damage they’ve
ROXFEST MUSIC FESTIVAL | Schedule of performers
Friday Main Stage 5 p.m.: TBA 6:30 p.m.: The Rub 8 p.m.: Reign Of One 9:30 p.m.: Northern
Canfield native Saylor’s world opens up
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Kree Harrison, "American Idol" runner-up, delivers more than just music AMERICA'S INSPIRATIONAL IDOL
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syria UN has emergency meeting on attack
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS The U.N. Security Council called Wednesday for “a thorough,
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Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Yo. Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476 Thu: Karaoke with Cheryl, 9
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“GHOST SHARK,” (9 p.m., Syfy): A tortured and murdered great white returns from the dead
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F.N.B. dividend
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ROXFEST ROCK MUSIC FESTIVAL
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Opinion: It was an atypical August summer day in Washington, D.C., 50 years ago next week. Temperatures were
ACT: Third of HS grads not ready for college
Associated Press WASHINGTON Almost a third of this year’s high-school graduates who took the ACT
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Keith and Nicole White, Struthers, boy, Aug. 20. Jason and
Roxfest music fest to offer 20+ bands
The annual Roxfest rock music festival will return to Buffalo Hollow amphitheater, 51367 Dickson Road, on Friday and Saturday.
birthdays
birthdays Actress Valerie Harper is 74. Actress Cindy Williams is 66. Country singer Holly Dunn is
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courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jordan C. Weber, 28, of 2550 S. Raccoon Road, Unit 5,
Why do yellow jackets sting?
Why do yellow jackets sting? Because their diet changes from protein (other insects) to sugars
Saving seeds
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Facebook aims to get world online
Associated Press NEW YORK Food, water and the Internet? Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg wants to
FRIDAY’s GReatest Tee Times
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Struthers BOE approves personnel changes at Tuesday meeting
By EMMALEE C. TORISK etorisk@vindy.com STRUTHERS In preparation for the 2013-14 school year,
In-state tuition for immigrants opposed
Associated Press COLUMBUS Two Ohio lawmakers are proposing a measure that would overturn a
CSEA is not just a collection agency
The Mahoning County Child Support Enforcement Agency wants support orders right-sized and realistic, administrator says.
METRO DIGEST || Jordan Brown case Review requested
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Mubarak to be put under house arrest
Mubarak to be put under house arrest CAIRO Egypt’s prime minister ordered Wednesday that
BP America donates meat from county fair to two Trumbull organizations
BP America donates meat from county fair to two Trumbull organizations
Youngstown man faces drug charge
Youngstown man faces drug charge CAMPBELL Police arrested a 36-year-old Youngstown man Tuesday
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, free lunch,
‘MORTAL INSTRUMENTS: city of bones’
‘MORTAL INSTRUMENTS: city of bones’ Grade: C Rating: PG-13 for intense sequences of fantasy
Former United worker to plead to threat
A former United Airlines flight attendant has agreed to plead guilty to making a bomb threat against a United jet flying between London and Los Angeles.
Mahoning and Trumbull donors who give at least $156 are eligible
Mahoning and Trumbull donors who give at least $156 are eligible
A life-saving practice
Opinion: Johnson City (Tenn.) Press: Buckling up saves lives. Tennessee Department of Safety Commissioner
Arab American Festival is downtown Saturday
Staff report youngstown Middle Eastern music, food and merchandise will be featured at the
Mayer has a new outlook on life
Sure, John Mayer will likely debut at No. 1 next week with his latest album.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .76, 30.60 —.25 Avalon
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Frog Prince” and “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow,SDRq directed by Brendan
newsmakers
newsmakers Dave Barry is a finalist for Thurber humor prize NEW YORK Dave Barry and former
Court bars apartheid lawsuits against 3 companies in US
Associated Press NEW YORK Two automakers and a technology company cannot be held liable in the
CORRECTION
CORRECTION A story Wednesday on page A12 contained incorrect information. Savanna Springs Water
Borax stops lawn ivy
Q. What is this weed and how can I get it out of my lawn and flower beds? It’s like a little vine
Ballyhoo has its own personality
The 2013 Ballyhoo Music Festival will take place from 5 to 11 p.m. Friday and 1 to 11 p.m. Saturday at Biketown Harley-Davidson, 5700 Interstate Blvd., featuring headliners Unsaid Fate and the Midlife Chryslers, featuring Michael Stanley.
Come visit with us at the Canfield Fair
By JOYCE KARSNAK OSU Master Gardener Volunteer Next week the Ohio State University Extension
Colorful show-offs provide garden panache BEST ANNUALS
Like most gardeners I know, I start each spring with an optimistic outlook for a beautiful lush garden, filled with bright colors.
Summer Trees & Shrubs
Summer Trees & Shrubs When: Today, 6:30 to 8 p.m. What: Add interest with textures, colors of
Today in history
Today is Thursday, Aug. 22, the 234th day of 2013. There are 131 days left in the year.
Hand Washing AND OTHER FAIR TIPS
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Man pleads guilty in theft of toys
Associated Press CINCINNATI A man accused of a Grinch-like crime pleaded guilty Wednesday to
Niles OKs citywide drilling ban on drilling
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES In a move to permanently ban shale drilling within city
Jackson Twp. gets new police chief
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com NORTH JACKSON Jackson Township is to get a new police chief,
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Salem school board, special meeting, 12:30 p.m., high school auditorium, 1200 E.
Nixon tapes: Calls from Bush, Reagan
Associated Press YORBA LINDA, Calif. In the hours after President Richard Nixon delivered his
Trumbull jail turns away suspects because of overcrowding
Trumbull jail turns away suspects because of overcrowding
Home sales rise 23 percent in NE Ohio
Staff report COLUMBUS Homes sales in Northeast Ohio increased by 23 percent in July compared
Drive Sober campaign begins
With the time period between Aug. 16 to Sept. 2 being one of the busiest times on the road, many police departments are taking part in the national campaign: “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.”
Wednesday, August 21 (100 stories)
Indians sweep Angels
Indians sweep Angels ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Justin Masterson pitched effectively into the seventh
More homeowners in Youngstown, thanks to YNDC
The Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation’s Community Loan Fund, designed to help first-time home buyers unable to obtain financing from traditional lending institutions, recently assisted three people in the city’s Brownlee Woods neighborhood.
Pirates fall to Padres, 2-1
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German woman who lost arm to shark in Maui dies
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Judge delays sentencing Calif. professor on arsons
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Parents of CA teen shot by DEA agents awarded $3M
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Arias lawyers want Twitter accounts of new jurors
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Youngstown council approves online water bill payments
City council agreed today to increase the demolition budget by $250,000 to cover the cost of taking down vacant houses.
Allied Waste working to correct delayed recycling collections, manager says
Allied Waste Services is having “a systemic problem” with collection of recyclables from curbside bins county-wide, according to Jennifer Jones, city litter control and recycling coordinator.
Dempsey: Syrian rebels wouldn’t back US interests
Dempsey: Syrian rebels wouldn’t back US interests WASHINGTON (AP) - The Obama administration is
Syrian activists claim deadly ‘toxic gas’ attack
Syrian activists claim deadly ‘toxic gas’ attack BEIRUT (AP) - Syrian anti-government activists
Local police chiefs Bob Gavalier and Jack Nichols
Aug. 22, 2013 | Local police chiefs Bob Gavalier and Jack Nichols
Judge sets Oct. hearing in Paterno family lawsuit
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Manning sentenced to 35 years in WikiLeaks case
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BP America donates meat from county fair to two Trumbull organizations
BP America donates meat from county fair to two Trumbull organizations WARREN For the
Police find pills and powder in a shoebox
Police find pills and powder in a shoebox YOUNGSTOWN Police found 75 pills and a bag of powder
First-day YSU enrollment dips 3.4 percent compared to last year
First-day YSU enrollment dips 3.4 percent compared to last year YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State
Ohio home sales continue to rise
Ohio home sales continue to rise COLUMBUS State homes sales have now risen for 25 consecutive
Testimony starts in beating case
Testimony starts in beating death case youngstown Testimony began this morning for a man accused
Campbell police seize pound of suspected marijuana
CAMPBELL Police arrested a 36-year-old Youngstown man Tuesday evening after finding one pound of
Kubli Jr. to receive the William Clayman Community Pride Award
Kubli Jr. to receive the William Clayman Community Pride Award niles Fred Kubli Jr. will receive
Copper stolen from Lloyd Elementary
Copper stolen from Lloyd Elementary austintown Austintown police are investigating who might
Manning sentenced to 35 years in WikiLeaks case
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Theft suffered by Boardman landscaping business
Theft suffered by Boardman landscaping business American Beauty Landscaping is now out $2,742.95
Child Support Awareness Day is today
Child Support Awareness Day is today YOUNGSTOWN A Child Support Awareness Day program will be
LOUIE TODAY: Rich Center for Autism
Lisa Long, director of development at The Rich Center for Autism will be one of the guests on Brainfood from the Heartland Wednesday.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Col. Louis J. Campbell VFW Post 3538, 157 Lowellville Road, Struthers, will serve
Home Savings will pay for YSU parking
Home Savings will pay for YSU parking YOUNGSTOWN Home Savings has paid for all of the parking
ODOT to speed up U.S. 224 project
ODOT reps told Poland council and residents that work is being accelerated on the U.S. Route 224 project because of the heavy traffic backups into Poland.
Austintown residents recover motorcycle from flower bed
The chrome on the German motorcycle is still shining and gas is still in its tank even though it has been buried for more than 50 years.
Penguins name five football captains
Penguins name five football captains YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State football coach Eric Wolford
prep volleyball Tuesday’s matches
Liberty 25-25-25, Poland 18-17-19 LIBERTY Mackenzie Stanley recorded 10 assists and nine kills,
Steelers are hurting at running back
Bell sprained his right foot on his fourth carry against the Redskins
Mahoning County OKs oil and gas exploration.
Halcon Resources LLC of Houston, Texas, will pay $600 per mile for the roads it occupies for seismic testing for oil and gas deposits.
Youngstown officials expect at least 502 houses to be demolished this year
There are 4,000 to 5,000 vacant properties in the city
Warren plans to recruit minorities, women, local firefighters through schools.
Warren officials plan to recruit minorities, women, local residents into fire jobs by talking in the schools.
Program preps students for high school
Seventh and eighth graders participated in Project SAY at East High School
4th rabid raccoon found in Boardman
First 2013 West Niles Virus case in humans reported in Cuyahoga County
Seniors leader following in sons’ footsteps
Orlando Santiago chips his ball out of the sand trap on the 12th hole Tuesday afternoon at Trumbull Country Club.
ABC, CBS evening news gaining ground
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK Evening newscasts on ABC and CBS are both
Magic and mystery await Valley schools in 2013-14
Editorial: As thousands of youngsters in the Mahoning Valley plunge head-first into the start of the 2013-14
Promoters tout possibilities of Warren’s Garden District
Promoters tout possibilities of Warren’s Garden District
Reality vs. mirages in Egypt
Opinion: Nothing symbolizes the Utopianism of our times like both liberals and some conservatives calling for
GOP’s moral abomination
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords “Stop the moochers!” shouted a flock of GOP budget whackers in the
Wine beats the heat
Wine beats the heat Sauvignon Blanc is one of the most refreshing wines available, and it’s great
Thomas Rhett brings new-age country act to Cleveland Combo-ing country
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com One listen to radio these days and it’s pretty obvious a
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Youngstown City Council Safety committee, 5 p.m., caucus room, sixth floor,
Elmore leonard, 87 Top crime author dies
By MIKE HOUSEHOLDER Associated Press DETROIT Elmore Leonard, the beloved crime novelist whose
3 Oklahoma teens charged after Australian baseball player is slain
Associated Press DUNCAN, Okla. With the simplest of motives — breaking up the boredom of an
Budget cuts reduce Ohio Head Start by thousands
Associated Press CINCINNATI The number of spots for low-income children in Head Start’s
Tailgating season is nearly upon us Fresh game-day tips
Family Features When family and friends gather together to watch the game, loading up the table
Hubbard man sentenced to 18 months for vandalizing military statue, grave marker
Hubbard man sentenced to 18 months for crimes involving military statue and grave marker
prep sports at a glance
TUESDAY’S RESULTS BOYS GOLF CARDINAL Mooney 167, WARREN JFK 169, Ursuline 176 (Stambaugh)
QUOTABLE TERRY FRANCONA, Indians manager, on Monday’s 5-2 win in Anaheim:
“I thought tonight was the best game of baseball we’ve played in a while.”
A great discovery
A great discovery Did you know we have an authentic Taqueria in Boardman? Read next week to find
Surplus food
Surplus food New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St., Youngstown, food giveaway 9 to 10 a.m.
major league baseball boxscores
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Company seeks cook supervisors
Company seeks cook supervisors YOUNGSTOWN A recruiting event for supervising cooks will be
SPORTS BY THE NUMBERS 4 Source: Associated Press
Number of Steelers running backs with injuries (Le’Veon Bell, Will Johnson, Baron Batch and Isaac
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AFGHANISTAN MASSACRE On stand, victim curses gunman
Associated Press JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Washington An Afghan farmer shot during a massacre in
Man, 20, charged in Ga. school shooting
Associated Press DECATUR, Ga. A man with an assault rifle and other weapons exchanged gunfire
Kodak plan to exit bankruptcy OK’d
Associated Press NEW YORK Kodak doesn’t look a whole lot like it did when it filed for
greatest seniors and super seniors scores
Here are the scores from Tuesday’s opening round of the Greatest Golfer of the Valley seniors and
Bob Evans-AVI create Bob Evans Express
Two Ohio companies team up to develop new way to sell Bob Evans products
Elmore Leonard, the acclaimed crime novelist, died Tuesday at age 87. Here are some quirky facts
Elmore Leonard, the acclaimed crime novelist, died Tuesday at age 87. Here are some quirky facts
More homes, more sales
Opinion: Norman (Okla.) Transcript: The number of Norman building permits issued for single family homes
Fire spreads to home
Fire spreads to home youngstown A fire in a car at a 516 E. Avondale Ave. home on the South Side
METRO DIGEST || Victim identified
Victim identified youngstown The Mahoning County Coroner’s Office has identified the
Man given five years in Go Go case
Staff report youngstown A man who pleaded guilty to charges he was involved in a shooting
Evaluation ordered for defendant
Staff report youngstown A competency evaluation has been ordered for a woman accused of killing
Tailgating time
Tailgating time When family and friends gather together to watch the game, loading up the table
Mealtime — Easy as 1, 2, 3
Family Features The days just keep getting busier and busier. Schedules are more hectic and, too
Egypt arrests top leader of Muslim Brotherhood
Associated Press CAIRO Egypt’s military-backed authorities arrested the Muslim Brotherhood’s
mlb roundup Tuesday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 8, Blue Jays 4 Yankees 3, Blue Jays 2 NEW YORK Jayson Nix hit a
prep soccer roundup Tuesday’s matches
BOYS Austintown Fitch 3, West Branch 0 AUSTINTOWN Scoring for the Falcons were Nate Bowlen,
One arrested after shots fired
Staff report youngstown A Steel Street man was arrested on gun and drug charges after shots were
FORT HOOD TRIAL Military prosecutors rest case
Associated Press FORT HOOD, Texas Military prosecutors rested their case Tuesday against the
Tuesday, August 20 (105 stories)
ODOT to accelerate work at I-680, U.S. 224
Ohio Department of Transportation representatives told Poland Village Council and residents Tuesday that improvement work on U.S. Route 224 is being accelerated because of the heavy traffic backups into Poland.
Officials: Ga. school suspect fired assault rifle
Officials: Ga. school suspect fired assault rifle DECATUR, Ga. (AP) - A teen was in custody today,
Fed appeals court revives Pa. plant pollution suit
Fed appeals court revives Pa. plant pollution suit PITTSBURGH (AP) — A federal appeals court has
Police have suspect in mind for Jean Street shooting
CAMPBELL Police say the 19-year-old victim of Sunday’s shooting in front of 94 Jean St. picked a
Bob Evans Farms and AVI of Warren announce partnership
Bob Evans Farms and AVI of Warren announce partnership WARREN Bob Evans Farms Inc. announced a
Hubbard man sentenced to 18 months for crimes involving military statue
Hubbard man sentenced to 18 months for crimes involving military statue WARREN One of
PA court to hear gay marriage arguments on Sept. 4
PA court to hear gay marriage arguments on Sept. 4 PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A Pennsylvania court will
Best-selling author Elmore Leonard dies at 87
Best-selling author Elmore Leonard dies at 87 DETROIT (AP) -- He was the master of his genre, the
Hubbard police make donation to domestic violence agency
HUBBARD Officers Dominic Pagano and Joseph Marando of the city police department, along with Sgt.
Egypt arrests Brotherhood’s spiritual leader
Egypt arrests Brotherhood’s spiritual leader CAIRO (AP) - Egypt’s military-backed authorities
Concert tonight in Boardman canceled
boardman A concert planned for 7 p.m. today at Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman, 7148 West Blvd.,
Assault of employee reported at Boardman store
Assault of employee reported at Boardman store BOARDMAN A shoplifting incident turned into an
United school board changes meeting time
United school board changes meeting time Hanoverton The United Local School District board of
Boardman police make arrest after traffic stop
Boardman police make arrest after traffic stop BOARDMAN A 43-year-old Boardman man was arrested
Five year sentence in nightclub shooting episode
Five year sentence in nightclub shooting episode youngstown A man who pleaded guilty to charges
Coroner identifies motorcyclist killed on I-680
Coroner identifies motorcyclist killed on I-680 youngstown The Mahoning County Coroner’s Office
Woman assaulted outside Boardman home
Woman assaulted outside Boardman home Woman assaulted outside Boardman home BOARDMAN An 18
Twp groups shoot at each other on South Side
Twp groups shoot at each other on South Side YOUNGSTOWN One person was arrested after two
Neighborhood faith celebration at 6 p.m. in Youngstown
Neighborhood faith celebration at 6 p.m. in Youngstown YOUNGSTOWN The Salvation Army Mahoning
Attend a concert Saturday and feed the hungry
Attend a concert Saturday and feed the hungry WARREN Attendees at Saturday’s Southside Johnny
Mahoning commissioners OK road pact for seismic testing
Mahoning commissioners OK road pact for seismic testing YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County
Cancer Society’s Finish the Fight festival is Saturday
Cancer Society’s Finish the Fight festival is Saturday AUSTINTOWN Doctor Gary K. Koski, Ph.D.,
Valley unemployment rate at 8.5 percent
Valley unemployment rate at 8.5 percent The Mahoning Valley’s unemployment rate dropped slightly
UPDATE3: Mill Creek tees for Friday Greatest
North Men's Open, 10-14 & 15+ divisions South Seniors, Super Seniors, Ladies, Ladies 9+, Men's 5-9
Man claims he was robbed at WRTA bus station
Man claims he was robbed at WRTA bus station YOUNGSTOWN A man said he was robbed at the WRTA
Mercer, Pa. pair face Youngstown drug charges
Mercer, Pa. pair face Youngstown drug charges YOUNGSTOWN A man and woman from Mercer County,
Motorcyclist killed on I-680 after striking SUV
Motorcyclist killed on I-680 after striking SUV YOUNGSTOWN A motorcyclist was killed after he
Panerathon on Sunday to close several roads
Panerathon on Sunday to close several roads Youngstown The 2013 Panerathon will affect the
Trumbull jail turns away two suspects because of overcrowding
Trumbull jail turns away two suspects because of overcrowding Staff report WARREN Two
Phone lines will change over next few years
AT&T plans to change copper lines locally with more versatile fiber At AT&T, it’s out with copper
Cop says people skills are the key
Leaves after 29 years at YPD, 36 in law enforcement youngstown Robert Eshenbaugh didn’t waste
REUNIONS
The Bricker and Long 96th Family Reunion will take place at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Coy Memorial Park in
Nominees named for 2013 Valley Legacy Awards
Nominees have been named for 2013 Valley Legacy Awards luncheon set for Oct. 3.
Amateur photography contest set for Sept.
Amateur photography contest set for Sept. COLUMBIANA The Columbiana Street Fair Amateur
New Samsung Mega phone is nearly tablet size
Smartphones are getting bigger as people use them more to watch movies and play games. A new one from Samsung is beyond big.
Canfield girls soccer tops Boardman
The Cardinals scored three times in a 15-minute span to pull away.
Browns unveil renovations
The $5 million upgrade covered more than one-third of the 90,000-square-foot building.
Grossman leads Redskins over Steelers
There were 15 penalties and seven turnovers, including a sequence of three giveaways in five plays.
MLB calls A-Rod’s laywer’s bluff
But Joseph Tacopina said it was little more than a “cheap publicity stunt.”
Inspector seizes cremated remains at former Niles funeral home
An inspector with the Ohio Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors executed a search warrant at the McDermitt Funeral Home on Warren Avenue Friday, seizing the cremated remains of 42 people.
Attorneys file arguments prior to final ruling in free-sewers case
Two attorneys have filed arguments in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court regarding who pays for two sewer projects installed a decade ago.
Study links Northstar 1 well to 109 tremors in Youngstown
Research is first to suggest 109 tremors were caused by injection well
Man gets five years for robberies, house explosion
Shawn Villers told a judge sentencing him to five years in prison Monday for two robberies and a burglary that caused a house to explode that “the beast” was responsible.
YSU’s Dunn lays out plans
There’s a difference between open access and open enrollment, the new president says
Miss Ohio to visit
Miss Ohio to visit WARREN Miss Ohio Heather Wells, a Howland High School and Kent State
newsmakers
newsmakers Actor Lee Thompson Young found dead LOS ANGELES Lee Thompson Young, who began his
oddly enough
oddly enough California man finds, turns in $6,900 in cash VISALIA, Calif. A California man
No easy path for a divided GOP in the Obamacare fight
Opinion: By Byron York Universal UClick The move to defund Obamacare has been slow to gather support in
UK had Guardian’s hard drives destroyed, editor says
Associated Press LONDON British agents oversaw the destruction of an unspecified number of the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .76, 30.74 —.440 Avalon
Snowden reporter: Won’t be silenced by detention
Associated Press RIO DE JANEIRO An American journalist who has written stories based on
The ashes of Richie Havens were scattered across the site of the 1969 Woodstock concert. Havens was
The ashes of Richie Havens were scattered across the site of the 1969 Woodstock concert. Havens was
Tea Party increasingly becomes albatross around neck of GOP
Opinion: Tea Party increasingly becomes albatross around neck of GOP In your school days, do you recall
YSU tennis coach leaves for Illinois State
YSU tennis coach leaves for Illinois State NORMAL, ILL. Former Youngstown State men’s and
Officials probe fuel-tank explosion
Staff Report TRANSFER, Pa. Officials still are working to determine what caused a 10-thousand
birthdays
birthdays Trombone player Jimmy Pankow of Chicago is 66. Singer Robert Plant (Led Zeppelin) is
North Side robberies probed
By JOE GORMAN jgorman@vindy.com youngstown Detectives think the string of robberies late
Olive oil cured ‘honeymoon cystitis’
Q. For nearly 30 years, I got “honeymoon cystitis.” After menopause, I learned from a TV show that
Federal investigators looking into cause of airplane crash
Married couple from Valley are likely victims, sources say
Trumbull Democrat-Republican cooperation improved in primary
After some prodding, Trumbull County Democrats and Republicans cooperated more May 7 with a rule for returning election results to the elections board.
Historic church bell relocated
The church and school bells of the former Immaculate Conception Church were moved to St. Angela Merici Parish at Sacred Heart Church.
HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER | Monday’s matches
GIRLS Poland 3, West Branch 2 POLAND Shannon Miller had two goals and an assist for Poland
Youngstown water customers will be able to pay bills online
Council will also consider a tax abatement for owner of former ITAM club
Motorcycle pair recovering from Ohio trooper crash
Associated Press XENIA, Ohio A southwest Ohio couple was recovering after the motorcycle they
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Jamie Belcastro and Anthony Colla, Boardman, boy, Aug. 18.
Salute to Business
Salute to Business BOARDMAN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber is hosting a Salute to
Future of Egypt is bleak as blood continues to flow
Editorial: It’s becoming increasingly clear that Egypt is heading back to the future The warning from the
Court: Mubarak could be freed
Associated Press CAIRO A court ruling Monday raised the possibility of jailed ex-president Hosni
Nebraska QB Martinez poised for big finish
All he lacks going into his final season is a championship.
Al-Jazeera America launches today
Associated Press NEW YORK In a warren of offices at a former bank building near Madison Square
Aqua will not purchase rail line
Second potential purchase doesn't come to fruition for rail line that travels through Mahoning, Columbiana counties
It’s not as cheesy as ‘Sharknado’ but close ‘Ghost Shark’ feeds on revenge
By Rich Heldenfels McClatchy Newspapers Not long ago, social media exploded over “Sharknado,” a
Prince revels in new role
LONDON Associated Press His newborn son is “a little bit of a rascal” and car seats can daunt
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown Civil Service commission, 4 p.m., seventh floor, city hall, 26 S.
Northeast Ohio tops country in headquarters growth
Second quarter report from Team NEO finds growth in region's economy
Kidnapping suspect kills himself in car, police say
Associated Press CLEVELAND An ex-con obsessed with a former girlfriend kidnapped her over the
Dem: Ethics question unresolved
Assoicated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio Ethics Commission’s dismissal last week of complaints
Pit bulls still are difficult to adopt out, Ohio shelters find
Associated Press COLUMBUS Dog-shelter officials say it’s still difficult to find homes for pit
Jeff Byce of ByceAuction and Realty moves to touch a 35-inch-diameter bronze bell that was removed
Jeff Byce of ByceAuction and Realty moves to touch a 35-inch-diameter bronze bell that was removed
Free screenings for lung cancer
Free screenings for lung cancer Sharon, Pa. Sharon Regional Health System is offering free lung-
By MARY R. SMITH
By MARY R. SMITH news@vindy.com McDONALD The McDonald board of education Monday increased
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Beau P. Hendricks, 39, of 6761 Tippecanoe Road,
Workshop offered
Workshop offered YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corp. and Chase Bank are
CDC: Up to 300,000 Lyme cases each year
Associated Press ATLANTA Lyme disease is about 10 times more common than previously reported,
Study finds drug safely cuts prostate cancer risk Prostate progress
By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer Long-term results from a major federal study ease
miller 64 greatest scramble challenge scores
Mark Ferrara, John Doughton III, John Doughton Jr., Greg Powell — 57* Larry McCall, Jill Harmon,
Thursday, Aug. 29
Thursday, Aug. 29 Akron at Cent. Florida, 7 p.m. Liberty at Kent State, 6 p.m. Tulsa at
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Today is Tuesday, Aug. 20, the 232nd day of 2013. There are 133 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Probe into shooting of man continues
Staff report CAMPBELL Detectives continue to investigate an incident in which a 19-year-old
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL | Monday’s matches
Cardinal Mooney 25-25-25, Youngs. Christian 14-15-14 YOUNGSTOWN Gina Patella led the Cards (1-0)
Cops: Men smuggled firearms on buses
Cops: Men smuggled firearms on buses NEW YORK A pair of gunrunners smuggled firearms into New
Feds: Nearly 6,900 firearms stolen in Ohio during 2012
Associated Press DAYTON Nearly 6,900 firearms were reported stolen or lost in Ohio last year,
US coastal communities should prepare for rising seas, presidential task force warns
Associated Press NEW YORK Coastal communities should assume floods are going to happen more
Monday, August 19 (93 stories)
House chairman rejects ‘special’ citizenship path
House chairman rejects ‘special’ citizenship path VERONA, Va. (AP) — The chairman of the House
Police: Australian player target of random killing
Police: Australian player target of random killing OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — An Australian man
Ga. woman convicted of perjury in husband’s death
Ga. woman convicted of perjury in husband’s death DECATUR, Ga. (AP) — The Georgia woman accused of
Kidnap suspect leaves money to victim’s family
Kidnap suspect leaves money to victim’s family SAN DIEGO (AP) — A man who died in a shootout with
Jury selection begins in Ga. baby killing trial
Jury selection begins in Ga. baby killing trial MARIETTA, Ga. (AP) — Jury selection began today in
Man gets five years for robberies, house explosion
Man gets five years for robberies, house explosion Man gets 5 years for robberies, house gas
North Side robberies probed
Police: Robberies were crimes of opportunity Police: Robberies were crimes of opportunity
Trumbull Democrat-Republican cooperation improved in primary
Trumbull Democrat-Republican cooperation improved in primary Trumbull Democrat-Republican
Attorneys file arguments prior to final ruling in free-sewers case
Attorneys file arguments prior to final ruling in free-sewers case Attorneys file arguments prior
Man gets two years in endangering case
Man gets two years in endangering case youngstown A Boardman man was sentenced to two years
Inspector seizes cremated remains at former Niles funeral home
Inspector seizes cremated remains at former Niles funeral home mcdermott funeral home raid
YSU veterans’ center moves along
Private donations are funding the project YSU veterans’ center moves along Youngstown
Chaney STEM and teachers earn awards
Chaney STEM and teachers earn awards Chaney STEM and teachers earn awards Youngstown
Man gets two years in endangering case
Staff report youngstown A Boardman man was sentenced to two years in prison Friday after
No Salem school board meeting tonight
No Salem school board meeting tonight Salem The special meeting of the Salem school board for 6
Jackson Township trustees meet at 6 tonight
Jackson Township trustees meet at 6 tonight North Jackson The Jackson Township Trustees will
No Poland school board meeting today
No Poland school board meeting today Poland The Poland school board’s regular meeting for today
Miss Ohio Heather Wells at Friday fundraiser
Miss Ohio Heather Wells at Friday fundraiser WARREN Miss Ohio Heather Wells, a Howland High
Youngstown police find loaded gun on Warren man
Youngstown police find loaded gun on Warren man youngstown A Warren man was arrested late Sunday
Elections board disqualifies Liberty schools candidate
Elections board disqualifies Liberty schools candidate WARREN The Liberty Board of Education,
Austintown police arrest homeless couple for burglaries
Austintown police arrest homeless couple for burglaries
Local couple tentatively ID'd as plane crash victims
Local couple tentatively ID'd as plane crash victims
Dunn: YSU faces deficit, enrollment drop but is poised for fture growth
Dunn: YSU faces deficit, enrollment drop but is poised for fture growth
Miss Jackson, Mr. Stephenson are engaged
Dawn Marie Jackson and James Howard Stephenson, both of Youngstown, are engaged.
Fall plans set by Brianne Carlon and Robert Rush
Philip and Barb Carlon of Boardman and Paul and Jacki Rush of Vienna are announcing the engagement
Hippley-Baird wedding date is announced
Annalise Hippley of Canfield and Todd C. Baird Jr. of Boardman are engaged and planning an Oct. 12
Castro-DiRusso marriage will take place in Oct.
BALTIMORE, MD. Julio Castro and Concha Canas of Baltimore are announcing the engagement of their
Pasta dinner will help feed needy
Pasta dinner will help feed needy YOUNGSTOWN Phoenix House, 850 N. Meridian Road, will be the
WORTH A LOOK
BOOK SALES Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 4500 Norquest Blvd., Austintown, will have its annual
Despite odds, city becomes 2-newspaper town
The latest experiment in American journalism is a throwback: a new daily newspaper to compete against an established one in a big city.
US Route 224 congestion not to affect schools
Road work on US Route 224 should not affect Boardman and Poland school districts, but representatives from both said they are ready to change routes if necessary.
Construction begins on Eastlake MetroPark in Cortland
Construction begins on Eastlake MetroPark in Cortland
YPD investiging three robberies in small area
Suspects similar in three robbers from Northside of Youngstown late Saturday and early Sunday
A CELEBRATION OF VALLEY GOLF
A CELEBRATION OF VALLEY GOLF Few scenes in area golf provide a greater backdrop for a tournament
Spanish Heritage Festival unites Valley’s Hispanic community
It may be true that pictures can tell part of a story, and the items Herminia and Arnold Lees sold do just that.
Beehives Are New Attraction At Fellows Riverside Gardens
Beehives Are New Attraction At Fellows Riverside Gardens
2 die in crash of Valley-registered plane
A man and a woman have been killed after a single-engine plane crashed at a small airport near downtown Kansas City.
video game review
‘saints row IV’ Grade: C+ Details: Volition, for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, $59.99 “Saints
RAUDEED S. ADAMS
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BILL RANCIC ‘Apprentice’ champ and wife, Giuliana, are on power trip
By JOHN CARUCCI Associated Press NEW YORK Bill Rancic embraces the notion of being part of a
‘Call of Duty: Ghosts’ differs from predecessors
By DERRIK J. LANG AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES “Call of Duty: Ghosts” is conjuring new
What is indecent? Racy content is a headache for parents
By MARTHA IRVINE AP National Writer Until this summer, few people outside the R&B music scene
We, the people, are to blame
Opinion: By Donald Kaul OtherWords While pretty much everybody agrees that the U.S. tax code is a mess,
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday McDonald Community Chest, 6 p.m., Woodland Park United Methodist Church. Public
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city and includes the average
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city and includes the average
Canadian pop star looks forward to second album Calling Carly Rae
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com It seems like just last week we finally got over Carly
Years Ago
Today is Monday, Aug. 19, the 231st day of 2013. There are 134 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
A cure for what ails the nation
Opinion: When I studied the U.S. Constitution in school, I learned that for a bill to become law it first had
Premier golf event has great backing
The premier golf event in the area is only as good as the foundation on which it is built. The
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Christo J. Simoudis, 40, of 306 Hazelwood Ave.,
‘Greatest’ Week ever
Covelli Enterprises and The Vindicator present The Greatest Week in the Valley, the perfect storm of
Gregory S. Koonse
Gregory S. Koonse ACCUSED OF Probation/ Parole ViolatioN Height: 6’3” Weight: 240 Hair: Bald
Gregory S. Koonse
Gregory S. Koonse ACCUSED OF Probation/ Parole ViolatioN Height: 6’3” Weight: 240 Hair: Bald
Bill would help Ohio cities raze vacant homes
Associated Press TOLEDO Ohio’s big cities this year will raze hundreds of vacant homes that are
RAUDEED S. ADAMS
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major league baseball boxscores
AMERICAN LEAGUE Athletics 7, Indians 3 ClevelandOakland abrhbiabrhbi Stubbs cf-rf5100Lowrie
Motorcycle passenger injured in accident
Staff report MIDDLEFIELD A motorcycle crash on state Route 87 near the Geauga-Trumbull county
Man arrested, charged with felonious assault
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A city man was charged with felonious assault after being accused of
Shaker Woods Festival offers great variety
Bob Wiggins examines a broom that was made by Rich Evans on Sunday at the Shaker Woods Festival in Columbiana. Next year, Evans will take over as broom maker at the festival. The event with more than 200 craft booths continues next Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. PHOTO BY MADELYN P. HASTINGS | THE VINDICATOR
Penn State settlement marks Sandusky milestone
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Penn State may never be able to fully shake off the Jerry
Is democracy dead in Egypt?
Opinion: Chicago Tribune: When Egypt’s military leaders in July removed the nation’s first democratically
36 killed in prison truck escape attempt
Associated Press CAIRO Egyptian police fired tear gas Sunday in an attempt to free a guard from
States are revisiting mandatory sentences for juvenile offenders
Associated Press SUFFIELD, Conn. When Nicholas Aponte recalls the night in 1995 that sent him to
Congress is split on cutting off aid to Egypt
Associated Press WASHINGTON Members of Congress are split over whether the U.S. should cut off
Prosecutors prepare to get to motive in Fort Hood trial
Associated Press FORT HOOD, Texas The prosecutors pursuing the death penalty against the Army
Turning Technologies takes turn to top of world in its niche
Editorial: Turning Technologies, take a bow. The internationally acclaimed information-technology software
ROBERT W. FISHER
ROBERT W. FISHER ACCUSED OF UNLAWFUL FLIGHT TO AVOID PROSECUTION, MURDER, ARSON Height: 6’
ODDLY ENOUGH
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Ohio aiming to raise collections of child support
Associated Press COLUMBUS A statewide push to improve child-support collection rates is getting
YSU band to perform free show Saturday
YSU band to perform free show Saturday YOUNGSTOWN Get a sneak peek of what’s to come this season
Campbell K- 9 helps in arrest of drug suspect
Staff report CAMPBELL A Youngstown man who fled after a traffic stop is facing multiple charges,
Jamaica sweeps sprint events with relay golds
Jamaica sweeps sprint events with relay golds MOSCOW Usain Bolt is perfect again. And with three
Sunday, August 18 (90 stories)
Indians fall to Athletics
Indians fall to Athletics OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Chris Young and Alberto Callaspo homered in the
Plane registered to Youngstown company crashes in Kansas City; 2 killed
Plane registered to Youngstown company crashes in Kansas City; 2 killed Associated Press KANSAS
Man charged in assault with beer mug at South Side bar
Man charged in assault with beer mug at South Side bar YOUNGSTOWN A Youngstown man was charged
Three people robbed at gunpoint on North Side
Three people robbed at gunpoint on North Side YOUNGSTOWN Three people were robbed at gunpoint
Pirates fall in 16th
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Congress divided over cutting off US aid to Egypt
Congress divided over cutting off US aid to Egypt Associated Press WASHINGTON Members of
Elizabeth Getsy | Dalton Gbur
SALEM St. Paul Church was the setting of the 3 p.m. July 19 exchange of vows of Elizabeth Ann
Adeline Balzic | William Bakos
AUSTINTOWN Adeline Balzic and William Bakos, both of Austintown, exchanged wedding vows at 2 p.m.
Kristen Rozzo | Ryan Ditchey
GIRARD Kristen Rozzo and Ryan Ditchey exchanged vows at 2 p.m. June 15 at St. Rose Church.
Kelly Meehan | Michael Doig
NEW YORK The Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral was the setting of the June 1 wedding of
Dinner honors McBride anniversary
BOARDMAN Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McBride of Boardman celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Aug. 11
Brintzenhofes’ honored with dinner
NORTH LIMA Richard and Delores Brintzenhofe of North Lima were honored with a dinner at Steamer’s
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
SENIOR CITIZENS
55-Plus Club-Mineral Ridge will meet at noon Tuesday at Eat’n Park Restaurant in Austintown.
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, open exercise at
SOCIETY DIGEST | Dahlia show set for Davis Center
Dahlia show set for Davis Center YOUNGSTOWN Many varieties of dahlias will be on display at the
GARDEN CLUBS
THURSDAY Daisy Dozen members will meet for a summer social at 6:30 p.m. at Squaw Creek Country
Ohioan finds $420K in marijuana inside safe ordered online
Ohioan finds $420K in marijuana inside safe ordered online Associated Press SIDNEY, Ohio
Boardman, Poland school leaders confident 224 work won’t affect student transit
Boardman, Poland school leaders confident 224 work won’t affect student transit boardman Road
YSU Marching Pride to give free performance Saturday night at Stambaugh
YSU Marching Pride to give free performance Saturday night at Stambaugh YOUNGSTOWN Get a sneak
The Browns sign former YSU standout Jamaine Cook to fill roster spot
The Browns sign former YSU standout Jamaine Cook to fill roster spot Associated Press CLEVELAND
Columbiana County teen found injured, lying on road after crash
Columbiana County teen found injured, lying on road after crash Associated Press WINONA A teen
Egypt’s military chief: We won’t seize power, rule nation
Egypt’s military chief: We won’t seize power, rule nation Associated Press CAIRO Egypt’s
Zopittybop-bop-bop arrested on pot charges
Zopittybop-bop-bop arrested on pot charges Associated Press MADISON, Wis. A Madison man
First multimillion-dollar settlement reached in PSU-Sandusky cases; 25 more expected
First multimillion-dollar settlement reached in PSU-Sandusky cases; 25 more expected Associated
Deadline for Allegiant dodgeball tourney extended to Tuesday
Deadline to register for the 2013 Allegiant Air “Dodge High Fares” Dodgeball League Tournament has been extended to Tuesday.
New buildings, programs await Valley students for 2013-14
Austintown schools has two new buildings and Youngstown offers several new programs for students
Teenage girls arrested in Campbell armed burglary
Campbell police arrested three girls ages 15-16 for armed robbery after they entered a residence on Whipple Avenue at 2 a.m. Friday with a 9 millimeter handgun and stole an iPhone and several pieces of jewelry.
At YSU’s summer commencement, 400 receive their degrees
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN “Breathe in, breathe out. Move on.” That quote from
Brier Hill Festival reunites community
Braciole, sausage sandwiches, cavatellis and cannolis mixed with the sounds of Italian music pack Victoria and Calvin streets on Youngstown’s North Side for four days, but mostly the crowds come to reunite with family and friends.
Local manager honored as best at national company
After seven years with Edible Arragnements, Shakera Brown figures out a way to get things done
GLENDI event It’s all Greek — and all good
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com BOARDMAN St. John Greek Orthodox Church’s annual
METRO DIGEST || First Night Youngstown seeking staff
First Night staff needed for event YOUNGSTOWN First Night Youngstown is seeking event staffers
METRO DIGEST || Donations of school supplies needed
School supplies needed WARREN The Warren Family Mission will accept school supplies from 9 a.m.
4 Valley ministers share how MLK changed their lives
Aug. 28 will mark the 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous speech, delivered from the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., and best known for these lines: "I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character. I have a dream today.”
Egyptian forces storm protester-held mosque
Associated Press CAIRO Egyptian security forces stormed a Cairo mosque Saturday after a heavy
When it comes to adopting a cause, she’s ‘The Mighty Quinn’
The 11-year-old Poland girl became interested in adopting sea turtles while visiting relatives in Florida.
SPORTS DIGEST || Reporting results
Reporting results Coaches and statisticians are encouraged to report prep results via email
career paths & limelight
medical Sharon Regional Health System had added board certified medical oncologists Mukhtar
Car owners prefer independent shops
A common misconception is that you have to take your car to a dealer for maintenance and repair work
Polish Days party returns
The event is looking for a man who has pierogi-like qualities By GUY D’ASTOLFO
Another ominous start for Johnson at Michigan
Another ominous start for Johnson at Michigan The five-time Sprint Cup champion crashed during
Birthdays
Birthdays Movie director Roman Polanski is 80. Actor Robert Redford is 77. Actor Christopher Jones
Marquee winners revealed
Staff report CANFIELD Salem Community Theater has won the Marquee Award for Best Musical for
GermXterm opens
GermXterm opens POLAND GermXterm has opened in Poland offering disinfectant services to homes
MILESTONES
MILESTONES HONORS Chosen for fellowship Dr. Adam Luchey has been selected for a fellowship at
Another crisis
Associated Press WASHINGTON A resurgence of violence and a renewed threat from al-Qaida have
Golf calendar
Golf calendar Upcoming outings August Saturday — YSU women’s basketball outing at Knoll Run.
UK police checking new information on Diana’s death
UK police checking new information on Diana’s death LONDON British police say they are examining
Iraqi premier warns of weapons being smuggled from Syria
Associated Press BAGHDAD Iraq’s prime minister warned Saturday that weapons and fighters flowing
Memorial work to be done for anniversary
Associated Press WASHINGTON Officials say refinishing work on the Martin Luther King Jr.
Ex-nuke chief: Iran has 18,000 centrifuges
Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran Iran’s outgoing nuclear chief says Tehran has a total of 18,000
Today in history
Today is Sunday, Aug. 18, the 230th day of 2013. There are 135 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Liberty Mutual shuts down after finding bacteria
Bacteria infected water has caused Liberty Mutual in Neshannock Township to shut down until at least Aug. 22.
Greatest tournament interest continues to grow
Competition begins Friday to determine Valley’s best golfer
MLK CELEBRATION | Events and other comments
mlk celebration Events and other comments Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his now famous “I
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE vMONDAY — Miller 64 Greatest Scramble Challenge at 1 p.m. vTUESDAY — Greatest Seniors
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
New theater company to host auditions
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Pied Piper Theatre, a new and professional theater company that targets
Mapping the miles
Associated Press PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. Gregg Matthews fancies himself a lumbering Star Wars
In the cup! Area aces
In the cup! Area aces Marilee Pilkington of Lowellville made her first hole-in-one on the 110-yard
FAMOUS LINES FROM DREAM SPEECH
FAMOUS LINES FROM DREAM SPEECH Given Aug. 28, 1963, in Washington D.C., by Dr. Martin Luther King
MSWCD will host fall fish sale for local pond, lake owners
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Soil and Water Conservation District will host a fall sale
Farmers Greatest golfer of the Valley tee times
TUESDAY Seniors Trumbull Country Club 1 p.m. Dominic Petrarca, Mill Creek Robert Leonard,
Questions remain, but Browns look better
Will the preseason progress spill over into the real games?
Oprah Winfrey’s interview tonight of Lindsay Lohan (9 p.m., OWN) is sure to attract a huge
Oprah Winfrey’s interview tonight of Lindsay Lohan (9 p.m., OWN) is sure to attract a huge audience,
Event to offer authentic lunches
Staff report Polish Days heritage festival will again offer authentic lunches on Friday.
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Lordstown Village Council, caucus at 6 p.m., followed by regular meeting, village
Ohio lawmaker wants to to expand death penalty
Associated Press CLEVELAND An Ohio lawmaker wants to expand the state’s death-penalty law to
newsmaker
newsmaker No charge for Kanye in paparazzi scuffle LOS ANGELES Kanye West won’t face felony
on your mark …
on your mark … Running calendar August 25 — Panerathon 10K and two-mile fun run/walk at
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Green Tree Servicing LLC v. Greg McDevitt et al,
YSU roundup More from Stambaugh Stadium
Familiar face: Former YSU quarterback Tom Zetts (2003-07) was one of the officials at Saturday’s
Saturday, August 17 (74 stories)
3 teen girls to be charged in armed burglary in Campbell
A cellphone ping stopped a potential armed burglary spree by teenage girls from continuing.
First Night Youngstown seeking paid staffers
First Night Youngstown is seeking event staffers to handle duties at downtown venues on New Year’s Eve.
Diamondbacks blast Pirates, 15-5
Diamondbacks blast Pirates, 15-5 PITTSBURGH (AP) — Martin Prado went 4 for 5 with a three-run
St. John's Greek fest offers food, entertainment through Sunday night
St. John Greek Orthodox Church’s annual celebration of Greek roots includes food, beer and entertainment.
Alexis Allen, Jordan Weber plan Oct. rites
Alexis Danielle Allen and Jordan Charles Weber, both of Austintown, are engaged and planning an
Parents announce Zorella-LaGatta engagement
Mr. and Mrs. Louis Zorella of Canfield and the Rev. and Mrs. Louis LaGatta of New Castle, Pa., are
Joanna Theis, Lou Marino are engaged
AUSTINTOWN Joan Theis Gent of Austintown is announcing the engagement of her daughter, Joanna
Melanie Archer, Christopher Styn plan Sept. rites
HUBBARD Melanie Archer and Christopher Styn, both of Louisville, Ky., are engaged, parents of the
Bridget Nock, Aaron Boysen to wed Sept. 14
CANFIELD Roger and Anne Nock of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Bridget
Child center is planning festival
Child center is planning festival POLAND Poland United Methodist Church, 1940 Boardman-Poland
Free vision and learning workshop
Dr. Joseph Pederzolli of EyeCare and Vision Therapy Center, 11995 South Ave., will host a free vision and learning workshop from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 25.
GM recalls 293,000 Cruzes over problems with braking system
Lordstown official said recall is a supplier issue, not an assembly problem
Drilling prospects pick up in NE Ohio
Operations will likely grow in the next year as more companies conclude exploration efforts
Canfield softball’s title game bid comes up short in semifinal
The Cardinals fell 6-5 to Florida and will play Philippines for third place today.
Oilfield waste dumping plea scheduled
Michael P. Guesman, who allegedly dumped oilfield waste into a Mahoning River tributary at the direction of his boss, has an Aug. 29 change of plea hearing in federal court.
Youngstown house razed without notice, California landlord sues
A California landlord has sued the city, allegedly it unlawfully took his property without due process when it razed his fire-damaged house without notice.
Battered Browns hurting after win
Barkevious Mingo was still hospitalized, Dion Lewis may miss the rest of the season and Jason Pinkston will likely miss a couple games.
Steelers RB Bell returns from knee injury
The rookie participated in non-contact work at Friday’s practice.
Group wants to revive debate program in Youngstown schools
Speech provides a path for creativity for students, one of the supporters says
Inside the ropes with SLps Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with SLps Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 3-over 73 in
Purple Cat Farm in Coitsville hosts Glamour Day
Event developed by reigning National American Miss Teen Ohio
Husband, wife get YSU degrees the nontraditional way
Darlene, 56, and Harold Brown, 67, of Youngstown are among the students getting their degrees today during Youngstown State University’s summer commencement. Darlene is getting her bachelor’s degree in social work, and her husband is getting his associate degree in social work.
Church anniversary
Church anniversary campbell The 96th anniversary of Shiloh Baptist Church, 238 Bright Ave., will
Lowellville names Bonacci new police chief
Bonacci will replace former Chief William Vance, who retired Aug. 2
Logano sets track record at Michigan
His speed of 203.949 was the ninth-highest by a NASCAR pole winner.
RNC votes to block CNN, NBC from hosting debates
RNC votes to block CNN, NBC from hosting debates BOSTON The Republican National Committee
SUMMER COMMENCEMENT
SUMMER COMMENCEMENT When: 10 a.m. Where: Beeghly Center at YSU Speaker: Alfred L. Bright,
Connelly: Players should be allowed to profit
The NCAA’s hypocritical system allows everyone to get rich off the players, except the players themselves.
‘KICK-ASS 2’
‘KICK-ASS 2’ Grade: C- Credits: Directed by Jeff Wadlow; cast includes Aaron Taylor-Johnson,
METRO DIGEST || Garage fire damages motorcycles, ’56 car
Garage fire damages motorcycles, ’56 car youngstown Fire reports say three motorcycles and a
Is Kasich eyeing presidency?
Opinion: COLUMBUS Gov. John Kasich is starting to sound more like presidential candidate John Kasich. Ask
Back to school
Associated Press NEW YORK The back-to-school shopping season is kicking into high gear, but
Birthdays
Birthdays Actor Robert De Niro is 70. Guitarist Gary Talley of The Box Tops is 66. Drummer Sib
news shows
news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Sen. Bob Corker,
Water utility company for now drops its bid to lift land restrictions
Aqua Infrastructure voluntary withdraws it request and gives relief to 39 East Side property owners
Economic impact of proposed racino
Economic impact of proposed racino new castle, Pa. Endeka Entertainment and Penn National Gaming
God is with us through struggles
With God, all things are possible! We are limited in our thinking and our ability to accomplish
Happy to be Gone Fishin’
Did you ever go to a place where time didn’t matter? I went there last week. It was close to
Today in history
Today is Saturday, Aug. 17, the 229th day of 2013. There are 136 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Stevan Raseta, 29, of 481 Porter Ave., Campbell, and
TRANSFORMATIONS
McClatchy Newspapers AKRON Anyone can spot Carmine Robinson as he drives through the roughest
1 injured in crash
Staff report GREENVILLE, PA. One person was injured in a single-car accident at 172 Donation
NSA revelations stir congressional concern
Associated Press WASHINGTON New revelations from leaker Edward Snowden that the National
Recalled pet food shipped to Pa., but not to Ohio
By Mark Fisher Dayton Daily News A Procter & Gamble spokesman said Friday that none of the
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Craig and Suzanne McCartney, Canfield, boy, Aug. 15. Danny
Tabata, Cole lead Pirates over D-Backs
Associated Press Pittsburgh Jose Tabata hit a two-run homer, rookie Gerrit Cole pitched six
YSU football tickets
YSU football tickets youngstown The first 10 individuals, businesses or groups that purchase a
Egypt street battles leave at least 82 dead
Associated Press CAIRO Egypt’s capital descended into chaos Friday as vigilantes at neighborhood
Former officer charged with inmate assault
Associated Press CLEVELAND Federal authorities are accusing a former Northeast Ohio corrections
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Brier Hill Italian Festival, noon to midnight: Gabriel and Friends
Warren Family Mission has school supply giveaway
Donations can be dropped off at the mission’s 2671 Youngstown Road location, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday
Weathersfield trustees seek state funds for road project
The township also will use state money to demolish to condemned houses
Workers see wages rise
Opinion: The Bismarck (N.D.) Tribune: The high wages in North Dakota’s western oil-producing counties
Area 51
Associated Press LAS VEGAS UFO buffs and believers in space aliens are celebrating the CIA’s
Four received township leadership award
One of the recipients is the township's current assistant fire chief
STEUBENVILLE RAPE CASE Ohio teen must register 20 years as sex offender
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio high school football player convicted of raping a 16-year-old
Concert at church
Concert at church cortland The Circle of Friends Quartet will be in concert at 6 p.m. Sunday
Trade commission believes domestic steel pipe threatened by foreign imports
A Friday vote brings government one step closer to raising duties on imports
Steel-dumping complaint needed to protect US firms
Editorial: To understand why foreign com- panies would dump steel pipe on the American market — apart from the
INDICTMENTS | Mahoning County
The following people were indicted by a Mahoning County grand jury Thursday. They will be arraigned
Friday, August 16 (118 stories)
Howland safety day Saturday
The Howland Fire Department will have a safety day at Kmart, 2100 Niles-Cortland Road SE, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. today.
Driver injured in Greenville
One person was injured in a single-car accident at 172 Donation Road in Hempfield Township just east of Greenville at 8:50 p.m. today.
SR 82 restrictions start Monday in Howland
Beginning Monday, state Route 82 between state Route 5 and state Route 46 will have various daily lane restrictions for resurfacing.
Cops find cocaine packaged for sale
Cops find cocaine packaged for sale YOUNGSTOWN Cops find cocaine packaged for sale
Vice squad cites underage drinkers
Vice squad cites underage drinkers YOUNGSTOWN Vice squad members cited three people for underage
Couple argue over infant in West Side parking lot
Couple argue over infant in West Side parking lot youngstown Police arrested a Campbell
Water utility company for now drops its bid to lift land restrictions
Water utility company for now drops its bid to lift land restrictions Company drops bid to lift
Fire-damaged house razed without notice, landlord complains
Fire-damaged house razed without notice, landlord complains Landlord: City razed damaged house
Oilfield waste dumping plea scheduled
Oilfield waste dumping plea scheduled Oilfield waste dumping plea scheduled CLEVELAND The
GM recalls 293,000 Cruzes for brake failure problem
GM recalls 293,000 Cruzes for brake failure problem LORDSTOWN General Motors is recalling nearly
Pistorius to be indicted, trial in early 2014
Pistorius to be indicted, trial in early 2014 JOHANNESBURG (AP) - Oscar Pistorius will be indicted
CIA acknowledges Area 51 — but not UFOs or aliens
CIA acknowledges Area 51 — but not UFOs or aliens LAS VEGAS (AP) - The CIA is acknowledging in the
Hezbollah chief: Sunni extremists behind attacks
Hezbollah chief: Sunni extremists behind attacks BEIRUT (AP) - The leader of Lebanon’s militant
Brothers get life in home invasion slaying
Brothers get life in home invasion slaying LANCASTER, Pa. (AP) — Two brothers have been sentenced
DA: Woman stole $852K from Pa. construction firm
DA: Woman stole $852K from Pa. construction firm MEDIA, Pa. (AP) — The former bookkeeper has been
Addict gets prison for buying gun used in cop-killing
Addict gets prison for buying gun used in cop-killing NORRISTOWN, Pa. (AP) — A Philadelphia drug
At least 37 killed across country in Egypt clashes
At least 37 killed across country in Egypt clashes CAIRO (AP) - Heavy gunfire rang out today
Trade commission findings on pipe dumping expected
Trade commission findings on pipe dumping expected The U.S. International Trade Commission is
Lowellville names Bonacci new police chief
Lowellville names Bonacci new police chief LOWELLVILLE Beginning Sept. 1, Ryan Bonacci will
Quakes shake central New Zealand, damaging homes
Quakes shake central New Zealand, damaging homes WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) - Strong earthquakes
Report: NSA spying broke privacy rules many times
Report: NSA spying broke privacy rules many times WASHINGTON (AP) - The National Security Agency
Islamists take to Egypt streets in defiant protest
Islamists take to Egypt streets in defiant protest CAIRO (AP) - Gunfire rang out over a main Cairo
Garage fire damages 3 motorcycles, car
Garage fire damages 3 motorcycles, car youngstown Fire reports say three motorcycles and a
Things Remembered Fulfillment Center to hire 300 seasonal workers
Things Remembered Fulfillment Center to hire 300 seasonal workers
Feds say NY escape robbed northeastern Pa. bank
Feds say NY escape robbed northeastern Pa. bank SCRANTON, Pa. (AP) — Federal authorities say a
Police: Banker posed as girl to get porn pics
Police: Banker posed as girl to get porn pics NEWTOWN, Pa. (AP) — An eastern Pennsylvania banker
Pro-Paterno billboard erected in central Pa.
Pro-Paterno billboard erected in central Pa. THOMPSONTOWN, Pa. (AP) — A billboard near a rural
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Guilford Lake Civic Association will meet at 7 p.m. Aug. 29 at Guilford Ruritan Hall,
Fundraiser planned to benefit rally
Fundraiser planned to benefit rally YOUNGSTOWN A spaghetti dinner is planned from 11:30 a.m. to
Browns, Weeden sharp again; Mingo, 4 others are injured
Mingo, 4 others injured; Weeden sharp again;
Having the center’s management firm run the food-and-beverage services has increased profits
The center made more in first 6 months of this year than any other full year
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot an even par 70 in the
Trumbull kennel plans new fee structure
Next week, Trumbull County commissioners are expected to approve a new fee structure for dog registrations from $14 per dog to $18 per year.
Board yanks 3 school candidates from fall ballot
The elections board postpones voting precinct consolidation until next year
Lifebanc may occupy Mahoning County's Oakhill space
Commissioners support a Lifebanc tissue recovery center next to the coroner’s autopsy suite in Oakhill’s basement.
Mahoning land bank showcases first house for sale
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It looked like any open house: a “for
Contract awarded to demolish South High Fieldhouse bleachers
The work should take about 60 days to finish.
Crowds come for Bolotin closing
After 107 years in business Hermitage company begins its going out of business sale
Program preps Struthers kids for kindergarten
Jake Cracraft seems unaffected by this kiss from Nadeah Reese during a graduation celebration from the United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley’s Success by Six program Thursday at Struthers Elementary School. The program prepares children for kindergarten.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joshua J. Pontius, 25, of 508 S. Raccoon Road, Unit
Sports club news
Sports club news girard The Girard High School Athletic Boosters will meet at the high school on
Man dupes car owner, Boardman dealership
Staff report BOARDMAN A man was able to dupe both a Boardman woman and Taylor Kia by selling a
Whitaker’s performance erases flaws
By Steven Rea The Philadelphia Inquirer The first images in “Lee Daniels’ The Butler” are of an
Cooperation, firmness save the historic Wells Building from the wrecking ball
Editorial: Thousands of West Federal Street passers-by stared in awe and sadness this summer as the long-feared
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., Youngstown, food giveaway, 10 a.m. to
Canfield briefs
Quilt group meeting set That Quilt Group I Belong To will host its monthly meeting Aug. 20 at 7
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Fahmy Mohamed and Maaly Elgohary, Youngstown, boy, Aug. 9.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Pat Benatar, 8 p.m.: Trailblazing rocker whose hits stand the test
METRO DIGEST || Donate school supplies for kids
UW seeks donations of school supplies Youngstown United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning
Austintown schools’ state-of-the-art K-2 and 3-5 buildings to open Sept. 4
By KALEA HALL khall@vindy.com When constructing the Austintown district’s new school buildings
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘That ’70s Show’ actress Kelly dies LOS ANGELES “That ‘70s Show” actress Lisa Robin
Today in history
Today is Friday, Aug. 16, the 228th day of 2013. There are 137 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Stretching limits of power
Opinion: WASHINGTON Barack Obama’s increasingly grandiose claims for presidential power are inversely
birthdays
birthdays Actress Julie Newmar is 80. Actress Anita Gillette is 77. Actress Carole Shelley is 74.
food & beverages
food & beverages Revenue for city Below are the amounts of money Youngstown received annually
Are prisoners Youngstown residents?
Opinion: About one in every 20 people who the U.S. Census Bureau counts as Youngstown residents “live” in
SJIHM receives donation
The Home Builders Association of the Mahoning Valley built a handicap ramp at St. Joseph and
Martini Maid presents martini tasting
Martini Maid is hosting a summer martini tasting to help celebrate new businesses in the valley on
Austintown briefs
Trunk and book sale to be Sept. 14 Immaculate Heart of Mary will host it’s annual trunk and book
Poland sports briefs
Send Neighbors your sports results Fall is on its way and your young athletes are ready to
Student Ambassadors travel abroad
Returning from 19 days in Italy, Austria, Switzerland and France, members of the Youngstown
New warehouse and distribution facility opens in Struthers
Industrial Piping Specialists employs 14 with more new hires expected
Poland briefs
NASCAR show car to be displayed The official show car of the NASCAR Nationwide Series will be on
Warrants lead to questions in kidnap, slayings
Associated Press SAN DIEGO The man who abducted a teenage family friend and tortured her mother
oddly enough
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Children prepare for new year of school after May tornado
Associated Press MOORE, Okla. One young girl is so afraid of the wind that she carries
New mammal species found
Associated Press WASHINGTON Imagine a mini-raccoon with a teddy bear face that is so cute it’s
Ohio State Highway Patrol investigating five-vehicle crash in Howland
HOWLAND Eight people were taken to area hospitals with minor injuries after five vehicles,
Navigator groups get $67M to sign up uninsured
Associated Press CHICAGO With the new health law’s enrollment period set to open in just a
Coroner identifies ‘John Doe’ killed on Route 422 in Warren
Police say Thomas F. Everidge, 54, of Kinsman was crossing U.S. Route 422 in Warren when a vehicle hit and killed him.
Selected local stocks
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Beirut bomb kills 18
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Campbell Soup sued over ‘heart-healthy’ labeling
Associated Press NEW YORK A new lawsuit is contesting the validity of the heart-healthy claims
‘Paranoia’ doesn’t live up to its promising foundation
By Connie Ogle The Miami Herald “I wanted more,” says ambitious young Adam Cassidy at the start
Egyptian death toll soars to 638
Associated Press CAIRO Weeping relatives in search of loved ones uncovered the faces of the
Man indicted for Austintown robbery
The suspect is in Franklin County Jail for a similar robbery in Columbus
H Block member indicted for two unsolved homicides
H Block member indicted for two unsolved homicides
Rockefeller impostor sentenced for murder
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A small, bespectacled German immigrant who invented a glamorous
Kasich calls on federal government to balance budget
Says about 20 states have called for a constitutional convention on the issue
Fewest in US since ’07 seek jobless aid
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Car strikes, kills woman on US 422
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Marcellus gas production rising fast in Pa., W.Va.
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Marcellus Shale natural- gas production is rising even faster this
New farmer’s market opens
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Own a radio station
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Oh, Wow! teases children’s brains at event
Oh, Wow!, the Roger and Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science and Technology, hosted the second free event for children on July 25.
Austintown sports briefs
Fitch boys golf team defeated The Austintown Fitch boys golf team lost to Mooney 162-168. Top
Canfield sports briefs
Canfield places second The Canfield boys golf team placed second at the Warren JFK Invitational
Canfield Swim Club defeats Logan
The Canfield Swim Club’s Swim Team beat Logan 420-25 July 24 at Canfield Swim and Tennis Club. A
Falcons kick off season with tailgate
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com The Fitch Falcons kicked off the football season
Ursuline Center holds Trunk and Treasure Sale
BY ABBY SLANKER Neighbors@vindy.com The Fourth Annual Ursuline Center Car Trunk and Treasure
Boardman sports briefs
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Hitchcock Woods celebrates 30 years
By ADRIENNE CRISSMAN acrisman@vindy.com Hitchcock Woods Learning Center celebrated 30 years
Community spends night out
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com The Wickliffe Block Watch, Austintown Township
Boardman briefs
Jim Frank Combo to perform The Jim Frank Combo will be performing their final concert of the year
Feathers and scales prevail at exhibit
BY ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Mill Creek MetroParks Farm’s Reptile and Raptor Exhibit
Library hosts silly storytime
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com Family story time at the Boardman library July 31
SJIHM receives donation
The Home Builders Association of the Mahoning Valley built a handicap ramp at St. Joseph and
Tweens dance at library
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com The Boardman library had a tween dance party
Bruel inspires children at library
Children whispered excitedly and many clutched Bad Kitty books as they waited for the author of those books to speak. Nick Bruel, or, as he said he’s often called, “The Bad Kitty guy,” made an appearance at the Austintown library July 30.
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8 injured, road closed by crash at SR 82 and Howland-Wilson
Eight people were taken to area hospitals with minor injuries after five vehicles, including an Allied Waste garbage truck, crashed Thursday at state Route 82 and Howland Wilson Road.
Coroner identifies ‘John Doe’ killed on Route 422 in Warren
Coroner identifies ‘John Doe’ killed on Route 422 in Warren WARREN Police say Thomas F.
Improvement is slow for Youngstown schools
Scores improved in 13 of 24 areas Youngstown school improvement is slow Youngstown
One potential Youngstown school board candidate is disqualified
The elections board postpones voting precinct consolidation until next year Board yanks 3 school
Having the center’s management firm run the food-and-beverage services has increased profits
Under JAC, food-and-beverage revenue jumps $89K for first half of 2013 The center made more in
Cardinals beat Pirates 6-5 in 12 innings
Cardinals beat Pirates 6-5 in 12 innings ST. LOUIS (AP) — Matt Carpenter had four hits and scored
Mahoning commissioners favor tissue-recovery center for Oakhill Renaissance Place
Mahoning commissioners favor tissue-recovery center for Oakhill Renaissance Place
Columbus man indicted for robbery of Austintown woman
Columbus man indicted for robbery of Austintown woman
Pole vault great condemns homosexuality at worlds
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Car bomb kills 14 in south Beirut suburb
Car bomb kills 14 in south Beirut suburb BEIRUT (AP) - A powerful car bomb ripped through a
Death toll from Egypt violence rises to 638
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Obama’s daughters join family’s Vineyard vacation
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Patient group forms after Mich. cancer doc charged
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Underage man forfeits slots jackpot at Pa. casino
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Mixed results expected for Youngstown in state report cards
Mixed results expected for Youngstown in state report cards Preliminary data from the state shows
Elections board disqualifies three school board candidates
Elections board disqualifies three school board candidates The Mahoning County Board of Elections
Flight recorders found in deadly UPS plane crash
Flight recorders found in deadly UPS plane crash BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Investigators have
Tuesday meeting features MHA Section 8 housing coordinator
Tuesday meeting features YMHA Section 8 housing coordinator
Eastebound state Route 82 backed up a mile at Howland Wilson Road
Eastebound state Route 82 backed up a mile at Howland Wilson Road HOWLAND Traffic is backed up
After 107 years, Bolotin’s going out of business, has sale
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UN chief ‘deeply troubled’ by Israeli settlements
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Justin Timberlake to perform at MTV Video Music Awards
Justin Timberlake to perform at MTV Video Music Awards
Utah fire destroys 14 homes near resort town
Utah fire destroys 14 homes near resort town WANSHIP, Utah (AP) — Hundreds of firefighters are
Shots fired at woman on Youngstown North Side street
Shots fired at woman on Youngstown North Side street
United Way: Help Stuff the Bus with school supplies
United Way: Help Stuff the Bus with school supplies
Salvation Army to be named in Pa. collapse lawsuit
Salvation Army to be named in Pa. collapse lawsuit
Mass. trooper in marathon photo flap on patrol
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Girl challenges ban from Ohio school football team
Girl challenges ban from Ohio school football team
Salvation Army to distribute school supplies Friday
Salvation Army to distribute school supplies Friday YOUNGSTOWN The Salvation Army Mahoning
‘Bucket List Bandit’ gets 11 years sentence
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Obama scraps US military exercises with Egypt
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Three potential school board candidates off the ballot in Mahoning County
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Mahoning coroner IDs pedestrian killed in Warren accident
Mahoning coroner IDs pedestrian killed in Warren accident
Man gets prison for woman’s overdose death
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BREAKING NEWS: Mahoning commissioners approve new 3-year deal with sheriff's office employees
Mahoning commissioners approve new 3-year with sheriff's office employees
Car bombs hit Iraqi capital, killing 33 people
Car bombs hit Iraqi capital, killing 33 people BAGHDAD (AP) - A wave of car bombs hit the Iraqi
Youngstown housing authority meets today
Youngstown housing authority meets today Youngstown The Youngstown Metropolitan Housing
Death toll from Egypt violence rises to 525
Death toll from Egypt violence rises to 525 CAIRO (AP) - Egyptian authorities today significantly
Fire damages building on South Avenue in Youngstown
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Woman killed crossing U.S. 422 in Southington
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Man to trial in 3 killings, cabbie shooting
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7,000 men given faulty prostate test results
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Bucket List Bandit set for sentencing
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Church will sponsor free family carnival
Church will sponsor free family carnival GIRARD First Presbyterian Church, 890 Church Hill Road
Baby boutique set Sept. 21 in Boardman Park
Admission is free with a non-perishable food item donation.
Canfield girl makes, sells one-of-a-kind jewelry
Proceeds from her business, Bling Dazzles, go toward college fund, charity
Forums air dangers associated with hydraulic fracturing
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YSU football player arrested on warrants out of Girard and Warren
YSU football player arrested on warrants out of Girard and Warren
First Place Bank's switch to parent company's online operating system complete
Nearly two weeks of problems with online banking not uncommon for industry
Animal Resource Center offers activities, services and resources
The Humane Society of Columbian County operates the center, where an open house is set Saturday.
Balestrino to serve as honorary starter for NASCAR race
David Balestrino Jr. of Youngstown won the contest on the Pure Michigan Facebook page.
Concert is a homecoming for Youngstown’s Mahan
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Youngstown native Mick Mahan — the bass player in Pat
Senator demands VA expedite disability claims
A backlog of nearly 490,000 disability claims at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is unacceptable, Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, says.
The ‘Heartbreaker’ kid Neil Giraldo and Pat Benatar found their sound, and the rest is history
Dedicated is a word that has long described guitarist Neil Giraldo.
Jazz quartets in lakefront show
The Youngstown State University Faculty Jazz Quartet and the YSU Student Jazz Quartet will perform in concert at 7 p.m. Saturday at the waterfront amphitheater at Lake Milton State Park. The event is sponsored by the Lake Milton Nature Arts Council.
Extreme-sports film group plans event
Staff report AUSTINTOWN Stuck in Ohio, the film production company that focuses on extreme
Butler to exhibit works by SC painter
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An exhibition of 20 paintings by well-known South Carolina painter Mary
Canfield wins pool-play finale
Canfield’s first-inning run stood, as Kayla Troxil and Bridget Durkin combined to throw a three-hitter.
Liriano’s gem helps Pirates bounce back
The Pirates got home runs from Pedro Alvarez and Garrett Jones.
Months into treatment, Lowellville woman still fighting kidney failure
Weekend's benefit dinner raised about $5,000
Indians take finale from Twins in 12 innings
The Cleveland Indians hope Wednesday’s rally will help turn things around.
Warren Philharmonic unveils season lineup
The Warren Philharmonic Orchestra, led by music director-conductor Susan Davenny Wyner, will perform two concerts as part of its 2013-14 season.
Manning: I’m sorry for hurting US
Associated Press FORT MEADE, Md. Pfc. Bradley Manning took the stand Wednesday at his sentencing
“Pawn Stars” (9 p.m., The History Channel): On “Pawn Stars,” the guys get
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Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Helping Hand Ministry, 2143 Jacobs Road, Youngstown, food and clothing
Kidnapped teen goes online, gives details of her captivity
Associated Press SAN DIEGO Hannah Anderson says a longtime family friend “tricked” her into
Steelers’ Keisel gears up for 12th season
Brett Keisel realizes this could be his final season with the Pittsburgh Steelers, the only NFL team the veteran defensive end has ever played for.
Agenda Friday
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American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630
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AIRLINE INDUSTRY Without merger, what’s next?
Associated Press DALLAS The merger between American Airlines and US Airways was supposed to cap
Stop! Before you fertilize
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Campbell PD to welcome five new officers
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Lighthouse tours are scheduled
Staff report ASHTABULA The annual tours of Ashtabula Lighthouse will be Aug. 24 and 25, with
‘The Princess Who Had No Name’
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I-680 ramp closed
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Carlos Jones at the Amp
Carlos Jones at the Amp Cleveland reggae legend Carlos Jones and the PLUS Band will come to Warren
CD RATES
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America doesn’t have a lot of leverage in the Arab world
Opinion: The “Arab Spring” may not have succeeded in bringing democracy to the Middle East. But it has
Giant yellow jackets?
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Revival of Mideast peace talks accompanied by usual tensions
Editorial: Hope must spring eternal when contemplating peace between Israel and the Palestinians. The
Hundreds killed as Egypt smashes protests
Associated Press CAIRO In Egypt’s bloodiest day since the Arab Spring began, riot police
Two men indicted on aggravated burglary, kidnapping charges
Two men indicted on aggravated burglary, kidnapping charges
Inside the ropes with
Inside the ropes with Jason Kokrak Today: The Warren JFK graduate tees off in the first round
Boardman’s Pikunas 2nd at league tourney
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Stewart’s injury reignites sprint car safety debate
It was the third crash in a month for Tony Stewart.
U.S. Solheim team counting on Wie
This would seem to be a good time to do whatever she can to blend in at Colorado Golf Club.
Packard Band summer finale
Staff report WARREN “Broadway Showstoppers,” the W.D. Packard Concert Band’s summer series
Court refuses appeal
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Wyndham critical for ‘bubble’ players
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Bambo Kino is catching ears
Michael Buccilli was more than a little surprised to pick up the current edition of Bassplayer
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Jobs (PG-13) Regal Austintown: Fri.-Tue. (1:40) 4:40, 7:40, 10:40 Tinseltown:
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Bear breaks into Idaho kitchen KETCHUM, Idaho A black bear in search of a late-
Comic strip promotes Kent State running back
Dri Archer has cartoonish speed. The Road Runner might not be able to outrun Kent State’s do-it-all running back.
animal resource complex | Humane Society of Columbiana County
Humane Society of Columbiana County will sponsor an open house at its new Animal Resource Complex,
For character, cover and quick blooms ... Choose hostas
If you want to cover an area in your woodland or yard quickly with a plant that has character and blooms, the hosta is your choice. They are hardy perennial plants grown primarily for foliage. The 8,000-plus varieties registered today trace their heritage to Japan, Korea and China.
New Struthers 2nd Ward councilman sworn in
John Michael Pontikos, of Sexton Street, unanimously chosen for seat
‘It was on fire before it hit’
Associated Press BIRMINGHAM, Ala. A UPS cargo plane crashed into a field near the Birmingham
Revamping the Patriot Act
Opinion: Albany (Ga.) Herald: The firestorm caused by the disclosures made by Edward Snowden, now a fugitive
Warren police investigating two home-invasion burglaries
For the second time in two days, Warren police have a home-invasion burglary to investigate, and in another case a resident was assaulted as his car was being stolen.
Lawmakers urge more education and job training for oil and gas
A forum explores the economic opportunities of the Utica Shale play
Israelis, Palestinians kick off peace talks
Associated Press JERUSALEM With tensions high and expectations low, Israeli and Palestinian
These wasps not aggressive
Q. Here is a container of smelly debris. Insects have been coming out of it, but I cannot seem to
Maps & Apps
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Senior power aids Ohio
Opinion: Senior power aids Ohio Ohio’s population age 60+ will increase 30 percent by 2020 and 50 percent
Rising country star Brynn Marie is a scrappy singer
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Rising country star Brynn Marie has checked off a few things on her
Share wealth of your garden at garden exchange
By Eric Barrett OSU Ext. educator There are thousands of beautiful gardens throughout the
Wednesday, August 14 (128 stories)
Forums air dangers associated with hydraulic fracturing
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Sports is equal for women? "Ha," says YSU guest Mullins
Vindy Talk Radio is live today from 10 a.m. to noon with Vindy editor Todd Franko and radio host Louie Free.
John Michael Pontikos, New Struthers 2nd Ward councilman, sworn in
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Resident asks Poland trustees about erosion issue
Resident asks Poland trustees about erosion issue POLAND A Poland Township resident facing a
First Place Bank's switch to parent company's online operating system complete
Nearly two weeks of problems with online banking not uncommon for industry Switch to new online
Senator demands VA expedite disability claims
Senator demands VA expedite disability claims YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Avon,
YSU football player arrested on warrants out of Girard and Warren
Senior defensive back facing charges in Girard, Warren YSU football player arrested on warrants
YSU’s Dunn outlines plans
Social media must be integrated into marketing to students YSU’s Dunn outlines plans
Suspect has bond reinstated after being late for a hearing
Suspect has bond reinstated after being late for a hearing youngstown A man who had his
Columbiana County fire departments get federal funds
Columbiana County fire departments get federal funds
Family stranded at sea is back in Arizona
Family stranded at sea is back in Arizona PHOENIX (AP) — A family is back in Arizona after their
Hostage taker who posted on Facebook sentenced
Hostage taker who posted on Facebook sentenced PITTSBURGH (AP) — A man who took a hostage at a
Conn. police cautioned about discussing massacre
Conn. police cautioned about discussing massacre HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — The Connecticut governor’s
Utah beauty queen gives up crown amid bomb charges
Utah beauty queen gives up crown amid bomb charges SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A Utah beauty pageant
Authorities seize marijuana from central Ohio farm
Authorities seize marijuana from central Ohio farm
Fort Hood suspect allowed ‘martyr’ report released
Fort Hood suspect allowed ‘martyr’ report released FORT HOOD, Texas (AP) — The soldier on trial
State Route 518 in West Point closed Wednesday
WEst Point State Route 518 will be closed during daytime hours Wednesday in West Point, Columbiana
Police storm protest camps; 149 dead across Egypt
Police storm protest camps; 149 dead across Egypt CAIRO (AP) - Riot police backed by armored
30 months prison for former Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr.
30 months prison for former Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. WASHINGTON (AP) - Former Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr.
Pa. may remove bald eagles from ‘threatened’ list
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3 to stand trial in football player’s death
3 to stand trial in football player’s death WASHINGTON, Pa. (AP) — Three men have been ordered to
I-680 northbound ramp to U.S. Route 224 closed Thursday until mid-October
I-680 northbound ramp to U.S. Route 224 closed Thursday until mid-October
Court: Vt. can’t use law to close nuclear plant
Court: Vt. can’t use law to close nuclear plant MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) — A federal appeals court has
AT&T expands its 4G LTE coverage to the Mahoning Valley
AT&T expands its 4G LTE coverage to the Mahoning Valley
Egypt slaps nighttime curfew on Cairo, 10 regions
Egypt slaps nighttime curfew on Cairo, 10 regions CAIRO (AP) - Egypt’s government has slapped a
Youngstown veteran selected as NASCAR race's honorary starter
Youngstown veteran selected as NASCAR race's honorary starter
Airline mergers have already led to higher fares
Airline mergers have already led to higher fares NEW YORK (AP) — The government is putting its
Congressmen help moderate Youngstown forum on Ohio shale-gas job opportunities
Congressmen help moderate Youngstown forum on Ohio shale-gas job opportunities
US Sen. Sherrod Brown calls on VA to expedite processing benefit claims
US Sen. Sherrod Brown calls on VA to expedite processing benefit claims
Kidnapped Calif. teen says captor deserved to die
Kidnapped Calif. teen says captor deserved to die SAN DIEGO (AP) - The 16-year-old California girl
Weathersfield trustees seek state funds for road project
Weathersfield trustees seek state funds for road project
Police kill La. bank hostage taker; 1 hostage dies
Police kill La. bank hostage taker; 1 hostage dies ST. JOSEPH, La. (AP) - A man who authorities
Some SW Ohio poll workers cut over election errors
Some SW Ohio poll workers cut over election errors
Israelis, Palestinians set for talks on home turf
Israelis, Palestinians set for talks on home turf JERUSALEM (AP) - Israelis and Palestinians were
Tools stolen from truck in Boardman
Tools stolen from truck in Boardman BOARDMAN — A township man came home after being out of town
Charged with felonious assault, man released on bond
Charged with felonious assault, man released on bond WARREN Eric T. Pettis, 30, of Warren, was
Penn State drops to 19th on collegiate sales list; Sandusky cited
Penn State drops to 19th on collegiate sales list; Sandusky cited STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Penn
Study: Only half who now buy own health plan to get aid
Study: Only half who now buy own health plan to get aid WASHINGTON (AP) - Only about half the
Do you know this man? Officials ask for help in identifying accident victim
Do you know this man? Officials ask for help in identifying accident victim
UPS cargo plane crashes near Birmingham, Ala.
UPS cargo plane crashes near Birmingham, Ala. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) -- A UPS cargo plane crashed
Officials: 56 killed in Egypt, most in Cairo
Officials: 56 killed in Egypt, most in Cairo CAIRO (AP) - An Egyptian Health Ministry official
Fire destroys home on Haseltine Avenue in Youngstown
Fire destroys home on Haseltine Avenue in Youngstown youngstown Fire reports say a vacant
Pittsburgh police ID armed suspect after SWAT call
Pittsburgh police ID armed suspect after SWAT call PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh police have
Police: Woman poked, squeezed elderly kin
Police: Woman poked, squeezed elderly kin LEVITTOWN, Pa. (AP) — An eastern Pennsylvania woman has
Police say inmate killed by cellmate
Police say inmate killed by cellmate HOUTZDALE, Pa. (AP) — State police say an inmate at a state
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Woodworth Church of the Brethren, 30 E. Western Reserve Road, Poland, will serve beef
Car cruise will benefit Toys for Tots
Car cruise will benefit Toys for Tots EAST PALESTINE The 15th Annual East Palestine Toys for
AgVenture Camp showcases Australia
Twenty-seven children learn about farming, food, animals and more from the land down under.
City school teachers point to disparity
The teachers’ union questions administrators’ raises if there’s no money
Ice Zone set to reopen Aug. 21
The news is a plus for hundreds of Mahoning Valley families and the Youngstown Phantoms
Beard brothers stepping up for YSU
Andrew Sinko was part of Eric Wolford’s first recruiting class in 2010 and Fred Herdman was a member of Jon Heacock’s final class in 2009.
New Tri-Lakes Library dedicated
The new $2 million library’s name reflects its proximity to Lake Milton and Berlin and Meander reservoirs.
Duo from Zou to perform at gardens
YOUNGSTOWN Khaled Tabbara and Bernadette Lim of local rock band The Zou will perform Thursday at
Metille running with it
Mount Union junior hurdler and heptathlete Tyler Metille has slofty goals for the future.
Book uncovers history of Mafia in Valley
Staff report Allan R. May’s latest book, “Crimetown U.S.A.: The History of the Mahoning Valley
An assessment recommends closing six Youngstown parks
The report also suggests the city transfer ownership of 12 other park properties
Canfield trustees seek state funds for neighborhood improvements
Tippecanoe Estates needs new catch basins
Pirates’ Tabata out with flu-like illness
The Pittsburgh Pirates scratched Jose Tabata due to flu-like symptoms and plugged in call-up Andrew Lambo, who has hit 31 homers in the minors this year, to make his major league debut against the Cardinals on Tuesday night.
Mesopotamia meeting addresses concerns about alcohol, other criminal activity
Mesopotamia meeting addresses concerns about alcohol, other criminal activity
newsmakers
newsmakers Miley Cyrus, Thicke to perform at VMAs NEW YORK Miley Cyrus and Robin Thicke will
Zoey Schineiter, 8, of Austintown ponders the designs on boomerangs she and other children decorated
Zoey Schineiter, 8, of Austintown ponders the designs on boomerangs she and other children decorated
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Newton Falls Exempted Village school board, 6 p.m., junior high school, 9071/2
OSHA fines Republic Steel $1.1 million
Organization issues 24 violations to Republic's Canton manufacturing plant
Lifelong Braves fan killed in stadium fall
Police say the death around 8:30 p.m. appears to have been an accident.
Crumbles Bakery to have ribbon-cutting
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Ohio Burger Cook-off
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Where’s your foreign policy, Mr. President?
Opinion: “We maintain the peace through our strength; weakness only invites aggression.” — Ronald Reagan,
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Is minority education a priority?
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A tale of two Catholic icons on Youngstown’s South Side
Editorial: The new parish center at St. Domi- nic Church stands in sharp contrast to the big push for the
Wanted: Good sushi
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Board revokes license for Niles funeral home, funeral director
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Crossing the border
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Rookie linebacker Jones catching on quickly
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birthday
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Tribe’s McAllister ends lengthy drought
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Wilson, Johnson among top OSU newcomers
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Fitch football tickets
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Egypt’s rival sides upset with officials
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Infertility down slightly among married US women
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Ohio panel hears details on Medicaid projections
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AF nuke unit fails security check
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Affordable care act Study: Half who buy own plans would get aid
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Federal judge grants extension recognizing gay couple’s marriage
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PNC reports a slow down in Northeast Ohio economic growth
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Israel releases 26 Palestinian inmates
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Heinz to lay off 600 in US and Canada
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Over the past couple of years, the Academy Awards ceremonies have been criticized for a lack of
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Scrappers’ Bautista scores winning run in NYPL All-Star Game.
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Packard Museum founder honored
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Man faces robbery charges in Austintown, Columbus
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Youngstown teachers, school board back at the bargaining table Thursday
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New $2M Tri-Lakes Library in North Jackson dedicated
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No charges in fatal stabbing at the University of Toledo
No charges in fatal stabbing at the University of Toledo
Fan who fell to his death knew Braves stadium well
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Toledo fights release of police department gang map to newspaper
Toledo fights release of police department gang map to newspaper
Carl Ichan sets sights on Apple, talks to CEO Tim Cook
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Ohio man sentenced in woman's murder, body on tracks
Ohio man sentenced in woman's murder, body on tracks
Florida boy fights rare infection caused by amoeba
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Philly cop shot in abdomen, in critical condition
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Charges dropped in Pa. frozen meat assault case
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Gay Ohio couple win extension recognizing their marriage
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Grandmother seeks child support from cyanide doc
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Arraignments today for man, woman charged with child sex abuse
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50th anniversary of Pa. mine rescue to be marked
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Pa. storms strand motorists in flash flooding
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Israelis begin releasing 26 Palestinian prisoners
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Man arrested in Warren assault
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Coke to defend safety of aspartame in new ad
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Nuke unit fails key security test
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Last dry SD reservation voting on alcohol sales
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Godmother guilty in toddler’s torturous death
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Kerry works to shore up relations with Brazil
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Order now for annual fish sale by Mahoning Soil and Water Conservation District
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Robbery suspect in Columbus could face charges in Austintown
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San Diego mayor challenges recall effort
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Govt, states challenge proposed airline merger
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Soccer-loving pope cheers Messi, other players
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Israel building almost 900 homes in east Jerusalem
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Man gets 30 years for trying to procure girl
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Boy, 15, jailed in attack on disabled friend
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Ice Zone Olympic ice rink to re-open Aug. 21
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Pittsburgh black art and culture center in debt
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For families, Bulger verdict brings closure, angst
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Israel army shoots down rocket near Egypt border
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Settlement made public in gas drilling lawsuit
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3rd man convicted in Pa. home invasion slaying
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Crews unable to resume missing tuber search
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REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1968 will celebrate its 45th reunion Aug. 23 and 24. The class
Buhl awards dinner set at the Avalon
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VFW Ladies Auxiliary of Pa. attends convention
New national officers of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary were elected.
Northern Strut Twirling teams celebrate 19 years
Northern Strut Twirling teams of Boardman prepare students for collegiate and high school twirling lines and color guards.
East Side gang members indicted
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An organization urges city council to not count inmates when redistricting
Almost 5 percent of Youngstown’s population is prisoners
House oversight committee issues first subpoena in Delphi pension fight
The move signals a lack of cooperation from U.S. Treasury, chairman said
Mang selected to work NYPL All-Star Game
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Petitions for an anti-fracking charter amendment were given to the city’s clerk of council
Amendment supporters say they’re ‘in it for the long haul’
Austintown schools almost ready to open
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Austintown youth football field robbed
Last week, port-o-johns, trash cans and picnic tables were all tipped over, and the concession stand was ransacked, leaving the parents and leaders of the team who raise money to run the program with nothing. Everything from Slim Jim’s beef jerky to a medical bag with a blood pressure machine and stethoscope were taken, leaving the organization leaders to question what to do to prevent this from happening again.
Mingo made strong first impression
There seemed to be four guys wearing No. 51 for the Browns in their exhibition opener.
South Tampa handles Canfield
Canfield fell to 1-1 in pool play in the Junior Softball World Series Monday afternoon at Everest Park.
Twins lefty shuts out Tribe
Andrew Albers (2-0) allowed just two singles, walked none and struck out two.
For the first time four years, some Trumbull County workers are no longer under a pay freeze.
For the first time four years, some Trumbull County workers are no longer under a pay freeze.
Incivility on Twitter is shocking
Opinion: WASHINGTON It is a truth universally acknowledged that we live in an age of incivility, with
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, Aug. 13, the 225th day of 2013. There are 140 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
By George, Will just doesn’t get it
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Disney combines toy figures with virtual world To Infinity (and beyond)
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Wellness challenge
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Noteworthy concerts coming to Cleveland:
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Grand jury in Steubenville rape case reconvenes
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MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
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Ex-Sharon High player bites, chokes football coach
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A western Pennsylvania man who played high- school football decades
Bezos: Good for journalism?
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Library dedication
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Man robs bank claiming he had a bomb in his possession
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Mob boss Bulger guilty in 11 killings
Associated Press BOSTON James “Whitey” Bulger, the feared Boston mob boss who became one of the
Agenda Wednesday
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Federal judge rules NYPD wrongly targeted minorities
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Students’ skills must match employers’ needs
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Pees rebulding Ravens’ defense from scratch
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Mexico proposes private firms in oil industry
Associated Press MEXICO CITY Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto proposed Monday lifting a
Grueling week ahead for Buckeyes
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Lily Pond fish died from low oxygen levels
Mill Creek Metroparks considering aeration to lessen chance of future fish kills
POLICE CALLS
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Associated Press CHICAGO How to sell a Lincoln in 2013: Make the dealership smell like luxury.
Fla. sinkhole swallows part of resort villa
Associated Press CLERMONT, Fla. It sounded like a thunder-storm as windows broke and the ground
Steelers’ Ta’amu redeems himself
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Keselowski passed up chance to win
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Penguins on top 2-1 in soccer exhibition
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Authorities: Suspect in Idaho shootout fired
Associated Press SAN DIEGO A close family friend suspected of abducting a 16-year-old girl
Antique Tractor Club’s annual show set in Vienna
Staff report VIENNA The Antique Tractor Club of Trumbull County, 1653 Ridge Road, will have its
Penn State WR leads by example
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If built, ‘Hyperloop’ would link major cities, cut time
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Imagine stepping into a car-sized capsule in downtown Los Angeles
UK bars trash cans’ tracking of people
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Knitters ‘yarn bomb’ bridge
Associated Press PITTSBURGH More than 1,800 knitters have covered Pittsburgh’s Andy Warhol
EGYPT Protests swell; police delay action
Associated Press CAIRO Supporters of toppled President Mohammed Morsi increased the pressure on
NIGERIA Agents: 44 gunned down in mosque
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Kinsman sewer project to begin in October
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Gamblers showing up at treatment centers
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Butler to open new skywalk, galleries
Staff report Youngstown The Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., will open the newly
These are not glory days for Warren football standouts DeCree, Provitt
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Police tackle, arrest man who resisted
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Discussion to cover fracking pros, cons
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Campbell officers make several drug arrests over weekend
Concentration on drug-related issues yields results, interim chief says
Influx of renters in Youngstown is not cause of crime spike in city
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In protecting power grid, trees often lose
Associated Press WALTON HILLS, Ohio An aggressive, national tree-trimming campaign since the
Mustard saves amputee from hours of pain
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John Mang Jr. umpires at New York-Penn All-Star Game in Conn.
John Mang Jr. umpires at New York-Penn All-Star Game in Conn.
Holder goes after mandatory federal drug sentences
Holder goes after mandatory federal drug sentences
Youngstown woman says boyfriend hit her and her dog with empty beer bottle
Youngstown woman says boyfriend hit her and her dog with empty beer bottle
Woman gets prison time for trying to hit 3 people with car
Woman gets prison time for trying to hit 3 people with car
Mahoning County grand jury secretly indicts 13 gang members, 11 in custody
Mahoning County grand jury secretly indicts 13 gang member, 11 in custody
Worker crushed below waist at western Pa. mine
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‘Whitey’ Bulger guilty of gangland killings
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US judge says NYPD stop-frisk violates rights
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Press conference scheduled on secret indictments
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Zimbabwe’s president: No going back on poll result
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Holder proposes changes in criminal justice system
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Kerry trip to Brazil, Colombia could be chilly
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Sinkhole causes resort villa to partially collapse
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Boy stuck between building and shed rescued
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Anti-fracking amendment gets enough signatures to be on ballot again
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Egypt postpones dispersing pro-Morsi protest camps
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Autopsy set on teen hit by CSX train
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ATM catches fire during robbery attempt
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Woman drives into shoe store, injuring 2
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Boy, 4, drowns in neighbor’s pool
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WORTH A LOOK
BINGO, CARD PARTIES Bethlehem Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America will sponsor
Tractor club will present 19th annual show
Antique Tractor Club will present show Aug. 16 through 18.
Walker is elected VFW auxiliary officer
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VexFest 9 features 25 bands in free venue
Coordinators anticipated some 8,000 music fans would come and go at the downtown Youngstown event that featured three stages.
Northstar 1 well remains idle with no plans for site
Councilman curious about risks of nonoperational well
Schools in Ohio face challenges in 2013-14
Associated Press CINCINNATI The most-used punctuation mark among Ohio educators preparing for
Fellows Riverside Gardens keeps on growing
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Consortium plans study to look for transportation savings
The grant, part of the federal stimulus package from several years ago, is only available until next month.
Trumbull prosecutor seeks more prison time for killer
Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins is urging the Ohio Parole Board to keep Christopher Ferrell, 37, behind bars for the rest of his life for killing a 19-year-old Newton Township man during a 1992 burglary.
YSU plans to involve other colleges and career technical centers
YSU gets federal grant for regional manufacturing internships
MADELYN P. HASTINGS | The vindicator
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Pga Championship final
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Brenda Lewis of Austintown gets into the music at VexFest 9 in downtown Youngstown by twirling a
Brenda Lewis of Austintown gets into the music at VexFest 9 in downtown Youngstown by twirling a
ODDLY ENOUGH
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Abducted RI boy, 2, is found safe
Associated Press JOHNSTON, R.I. A 2-year-old boy kidnapped from a Rhode Island home where police
Holder seeks changes in criminal-justice system
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MADELYN P. HASTINGS | The vindicator
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Mooney’s Zordich hurt; will miss entire season
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Tyler Boykin of Columbiana dances to the music during VexFest 9.
Tyler Boykin of Columbiana dances to the music during VexFest 9.
Riding with …
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Directors of JobsOhio deserve scrutiny for conflict of interest
Editorial: If it looks like a duck, quacks like a duck and walks like a duck, Republican Gov. John Kasich and
Drink, but be responsible
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Today is Monday, Aug. 12, the 224th day of 2013. There are 141 days left in the year.
Today is Monday, Aug. 12, the 224th day of 2013. There are 141 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
‘Deep Fried Masters’ celebrates fun fair food
By David Martindale Fort Worth Star-Telegram No matter what it is you’re eating, there’s
Pat Benatar will come to Covelli Centre in Youngstown for a Friday concert. The rocker had a string
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Ashton Kutcher plays the Apple co-founder in new film Becoming Steve Jobs
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service Reviews are splitting right down the middle on
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Taming the tax code beast
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Everything is new for Old Crow Medicine Show
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Apparently you can go home again. That’s what Critter
Willie O. Jones
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Veteran services at Sept. 7 event
Veteran services at Sept. 7 event YOUNGSTOWN The United Methodist Community Center is offering a
Desiree McDevitt is happy to dance the afternoon away at VexFest 9. The music started at 2 p.m.
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Former Ohio bus driver still pushes for pardon
Associated Press COLUMBUS A former Head Start bus driver in Northeast Ohio who served more than
Tread cautiously, carefully on Stand Your Ground in Ohio
Editorial: The protracted hype over the Trayvon Martin killing in Sanford, Fla., last year has made the
5 soldiers are killed
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‘Glee’ star dedicates Teen Choice Award
Associated Press Lea Michele made her first public appearance after the death of her co-star and
Agenda Tuesday
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Drilling-water recycling plant proposed in West Virginia
Associated Press WHEELING, W.Va. Wheeling planners are considering a company’s proposal to open
Egypt police prep for sit-in sites
Associated Press CAIRO Supporters of ousted President Mohammed Morsi fortified their two Cairo
Prosecutors target heroin supply chain
Associated Press TOMS RIVER, N.J. With the number of heroin overdoses skyrocketing nationwide, a
Dad kills son, self at YWCA offices
Associated Press MANCHESTER, N.H. A New Hampshire software engineer shot his 9-year-old son to
Boy Scout's event exceeds funds needed to build well
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columbiana, TRUMBULL COUNTY courts
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Portfolio Recovery Associates v. Michelle Brooks,
Ponzi Scheme with fracking harms towns like Youngstown
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Greatest Golfer registration is closed; waiting list only
Entry to this fourth annual event will close at 4 p.m. this Wednesday.
Rockies sweep NL Central-leading Pirates
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Dufner beats Furyk at PGA for 1st major title
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Indians rally from 5-run deficit, beat Angels 6-5
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Kyle Busch finally wins again at Watkins Glen
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Three counties seek $300,000 for study on coordinating school-bus services
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Social-service programs in the Valley bulge with heroin addicts
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Prosecutors get tough against heroin dealers, suppliers
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3 more NATO troops killed in Afghanistan conflict
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Ohio gets $4M grant to help young adults with mental illness
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Fellows Gardens in Mill Creek Park keeps on growing
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Storey-Cornelius engagement is announced
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Estok-Case vows set for September
LOWELLVILLE Michael and Carol Estok of Lowellville are announcing the engagement of their
Yuhases celebrate 60th with Mass and dinner
STRUTHERS Mr. and Mrs. Eugene S. Yuhas of Struthers celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary Aug.
Piergiovanni’s 65th anniversary marked by family
AUSTINTOWN Mr. and Mrs. Peter Piergiovanni of Austintown celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary
Nemciks’ 50th marked July celebration
AUSTINTOWN Mr. and Mrs. Robert Nemcik of Austintown celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on
HAPPY 97TH BIRTHDAY | Lorenzo DeSantis
HAPPY 97TH BIRTHDAY HONOREE Residence: Youngstown. Date of birth: Aug. 10,
TWIN SISTERS MARK 90TH BIRTHDAY
TWIN SISTERS MARK 90TH BIRTHDAY Yolanda Bologna Labate and Mafalda Bologna Michaels (Also known as
GARDEN CLUBS
THURSDAY Coitsville will meet at 6 p.m. for a picnic at Marlene’s. SATURDAY Sunflower will
Animal Rescue will sponsor pasta dinner
Animal Rescue will sponsor pasta dinner AUSTINTOWN Second Chance Animal Rescue will sponsor a
SENIOR CITIZENS
Coitsville Seniors’ summer picnic luncheon will take place at 12:30 p.m. Thursday at the Bedford
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, open exercise
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
MASONIC GROUPS
THURSDAY Ladies Oriental Shrine will meet for lunch at 11:30 a.m. at Ruby Tuesday in Canfield.
Landfills hope for oil and gas drilling waste bonanza
“We’re on the cusp of things breaking,” one Mahoning County landfill manager observed.
Webb leads YSU's talented group of freshmen running backs
The Toledo native walked on to YSU after sitting out last season.
Bigfoot presentation draws a big crowd
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com LEETONIA They came in surprising droves, driving Harleys and
Scrappers benefit from 6 errors by Renegades
Scrappers benefit from six errors by defensively challenged HV By Steve ruman sports
Let's Move effort comes to Youngstown to get children active
Over several hours hundreds of people came to East Federal Plaza as part of an effort to get kids to be more physically fit.
Rams fire back after Kosar’s TV criticism
Quarterback Kellen Clemens, who got the worst of Kosar’s remarks, said he’s never met the former Browns quarterback.
Groups provide school supplies, food and fun at Covelli Centre
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Several organizations came together
Teen, 15, killed by car while fishing at family pond in Mercer
Staff report MERCER, Pa. A 15-year-old boy was killed after being hit by a driver while fishing
Angels send Indians to sixth straight loss
Ubaldo Jimenez allowed three runs in 6 1/3 innings for the Tribe.
Artist/educator is YSU commencement speaker
Alfred L. Bright was the first full-service faculty member at Youngstown University
A-Rod 'overwhelmed' by fans
Alex Rodriguez had a day off to think about the “overwhelming” reception he received in his season debut at Yankee Stadium.
METRO DIGEST || Learn about Groening alternative healing techniques
Alternative healing CANFIELD “Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path Through the Teachings of
METRO DIGEST || Sports, food, games at event to honor vets
Event to honor vets LOWELLVILLE The Lowellville Rod and Gun Club will host a free event for the
Valley's heroin comes from Mexico, South America and Southwest Asia
Valley's heroin comes from Mexico, South America and Southwest Asia
Cheap, deadly heroin is back, and use is on rise
This block of heroin, seized by Youngstown police, has a street value of about $9,000.
Golf calendar
Golf calendar Upcoming outings August Today — Michael Robison Memorial Golf Outing at Bedford
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Vexfest, 2 p.m. to 2 a.m.: A full day of rock music on East Federal
Ask Mr. Know It All
Q. I once read that the Bee Gees never recorded a song that they did not write themselves. Is this
Death penalty’s arbitrary nature seen in two executions
Opinion: Life ended recently for two men on death row, one in Texas and one right here in Ohio. The deaths
YSU starts new year in state of flux
Opinion: As he settles into the office of president of Youngstown State University in Tod Hall, Dr. Randy
Much more than a ski town
By JOHN MARSHALL Associated Press BRECKENRIDGE, Colo. Some mountain towns are touted for their
Singer will mark milestone on home turf
Dominic Tocco’s music career has spanned 50 years By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Mill Creek MetroParks board of park commissioners, 6 p.m., Davis Center, Fellows
Electrical grid still vulnerable decade after big blackout
Associated Press The U.S. electrical grid is better managed and more flexible a decade after its
Puskas: Irate Rams fans should lighten up
St. Louis coach Jeff Fisher was upset over comments made by Browns analyst Bernie Kosar.
birthdays
birthdays Songwriter Kenny Gamble of Gamble and Huff is 70. Bassist Jim Kale of the Guess Who is
Firms compete to expand Air Force museum
Associated Press DAYTON Five companies will compete to build a new $46 million aircraft and
BOOKS DIGEST || ‘Life of Pi’ to be discussed
‘Life of Pi’ to be discussed SALEM Author Yanni Martel’s book “The Life of Pi” will be discussed
newsmakers
newsmakers Chris Brown suffers seizure from stress LOS ANGELES Chris Brown’s publicist says
First family starts vacation
Associated Press EDGARTOWN, Mass. President Barack Obama opened the first summer vacation of
GGOV Schedule
Schedule Aug. 19: Miller 64 Greatest Scramble Challenge at 1 p.m. Enter via charity qualifiers.
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one
Robert Nacarato of Youngstown aced the 147-yard No. 12 at Boulder Creek Golf Course on Aug. 2. He
Area golf league scores
MEN St. Christine (Mill Creek) — Low gross: Dave Ross 36, George Basista 36, Jerry Ferrell Jr. 37,
Karzmer: It’s time to do more for YSU golf team
The former Penguin golfer has a plan for upgrading the program.
Logan converts cardboard to art
Logan turns common cardboard into interesting replicas, using his talent and attention to detail.
Teen found safe; suspected abductor killed
Associated Press CASCADE, Idaho A man suspected of killing a California woman and her young son
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Virginia boy’s death puts focus on celebratory gunfire
Associated Press MIDLOTHIAN, Va. When a stray bullet pierced the top of Brendon Mackey’s head,
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Evan E. Simpson, 27, of 647 Hazellon St., Masury,
Human-trafficking fight intensifiesSFlb
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio is stepping up its fight against human trafficking by raising
OSU wideouts no longer washouts
The receivers have escaped Urban Meyer’s glare and become playmakers.
Greatest Scramble Challenge calendar
New this year to Farmers National Bank’s Greatest Golfer of the Valley is the addition of the Miller
Pilot in Conn. crash survived ’09 crash
Pilot in Conn. crash survived ’09 crash HARTFORD, Conn. The plane accident that killed four
Cruz in midseason form as Giants top Steelers
Ben Roethlisberger completed 4 of 8 passes for 36 yards for Pittsburgh, leading the Steelers to a field goal on their second possession.
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
Attorney Samuel G. Amendolara of Youngstown has been honored for his outstanding work by being recognized as “Lawyer of the Year” by the Mahoning County Bar Association.
Fire Sunshine Law violators
Editorial: We have long been champions of the public’s right to know. Toward that end, we’ve also long been
Insight into saving big on eyewear
If you’re like many of Consumer Reports’ readers, you’re buying prescription glasses from your eye
Health districts’ consolidation will occur one way or another
Editorial: It’s just a matter of time before the health agencies in the city of Youngstown and Mahoning County
Victorian Players youth offer fractured fairy tale
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Victorian Players’ new youth theater will present its first
PBS examines 5 centuries of black history
Documentary series was produced by scholar-filmmaker Henry Louis Gates Jr. By FRAZIER MOORE AP
2-year-old best man remembered as ‘fighter’
Associated Press JEANETTE, Pa. In his short life, the 2-year-old Pennsylvania boy who died days
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Aug. 11, the 223rd day of 2013. There are 142 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Obama: Progress made on backlog of veterans’ claims
Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. President Barack Obama assured disabled veterans Saturday that
69 killed at Ramadan's end shows Iraqis' lack of authority
Associated Press BAGHDAD A wave of car bombings targeting those celebrating the end of Ramadan
Parent of ‘Hairspray’ performer calls Vindy review ‘amateurish’
Opinion: Parent of ‘Hairspray’ performer calls Vindy review ‘amateurish’ My 12 year-old daughter, along
Police decry Belfast violence
Associated Press DUBLIN Northern Ireland’s police chief vowed Saturday to hunt down and
2nd Business Expo
2nd Business Expo NORTH LIMA The North Lima Business Shopping Complex is hosting its second
Mystery of grave next to Oswald’s in Texas is solved
Associated Press NEW YORK For years, curiosity seekers visiting the Fort Worth, Texas, grave of
MILESTONES
MILESTONES DOCTORS Physical-therapy degree Lauren Blase, daughter of Rick and Joni Blase of
Saturday, August 10 (92 stories)
Teen killed while fishing at family pond ion Mercer
A 15-year-old boy was killed after being hit by a driver while fishing along the site of a family pond at 11:45 p.m. Thursday in Mercer County.
Groups join at Covelli to offer more school supplies, games, treats
Several organizations came together Saturday to offer food, school supplies and fun to those in need.
Too many to accommodate at today's Big Foot program in Leetonia
They came in surprising droves, driving Harleys and Hummers and everything in between.
Free lecture on teachings of German healer Bruno Groening in Canfield
“Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path Through the Teachings of Bruno Groening” will be presented at 7 p.m. Monday at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 550 S. Broad St.
Fun physical activities for kids offered today at 'Let's Move' downtown
Over several hours, hundreds of people came to East Federal Plaza as part of an effort to get kids to be more physically fit.
Submit your Waterfire Sharon photos for a prize
WaterFire Sharon is having a photo contest concerning its inaugural event Aug. 3.
Rizer-Ferber engagement is announced
Kathleen Rizer of Canfield and Robert and Julie Rizer of Poland are announcing the engagement of
Candis Stocker, James Sudon to wed Sept. 14
STRUTHERS Terry P. Stocker and Kimberly M. Stocker, both of Struthers, are announcing the
Sept. rites set for Victoria Thirion, Gregory Helsel
HUBBARD Ted and Stacey Thirion of Hubbard are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Humane society will offer open house
Humane society will offer open house SALEM The Humane Society of Columbiana County will sponsor
Mellow Mangino makes impression at YSU
The big, mean, fire-breathing dragon of a coach — the one who was forced to leave Kansas for, among other things, having the audacity to poke one of his players in the chest — got physical with an injured Youngstown State player on Friday.
Canfield couple accused of sexually abusing her grandson
They are charged with rape counts that carry life imprisonment
Last year’s loss spurred Canfield girls
There is no doubt in Kerry Durkin’s mind what has inspired the Canfield 13-14 softball team to do well enough to earn a berth in the Junior League World Series.
Grove City, Pa., contractor tied to Snowden background check
Grove City contractor tied to Snowden background check
Mayor Sammarone: Some festivals should consider using Covelli
He’s getting complaints from some downtown residents and businesses
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-over par 72 in the second round of the PGA Championship at Oak Hill Country Club in Pittsford, N.Y. Kokrak, who opened with a 76 on Thursday, missed the cut at 6-over 146.
Youngstown won’t move ahead with possible expansion of admission tax
YSU is exempt from the tax under state law.
Scrappers edge Renegades in ninth
On a night the Mahoning Valley Scrappers honored its 15-year history before the game, the current group of Scrappers waited until the end of the game to add to the celebration.
John Parker Wilson has no designs on Roethlisberger’s job
John Parker Wilson has no designs on Ben Roethlisberger’s job.
Anderson gets $117,555 payout; will donate for scholarships
The retired YSU president said the money will go into the scholarship fund set up in her parents’ names
More burglary suspects charged with murder arraigned
Chris Becker, assistant Trumbull County prosecutor, made it clear he doesn’t want to see Nichole Allen painted as a victim in the death of her husband, Terry Allen, on July 12.
2013 Community Cup kicks off downtown Youngstown
Festivities for the 2013 Community Cup kicked off Friday at the Central YMCA in Youngstown.
Couple expands antique offerings at Columbiana store
Business is steady for Ann's Attic Antiques & Furniture
Dufner matches major mark at Oak Hill
Nothing was dull about the way Jason Dufner played golf Friday at the PGA Championship. If anything, it was historic.
No charges against mother of 2-year-old drowning victim
No charges against mother of 2-year-old drowning victim
Weaver spins another gem in Cleveland
When Jered Weaver takes the mound at Progressive Field, he’s king of the hill.
Owner of Olympic Inn sues for slander, distress
Nor does evidence link the tavern to the shooting, owner says in federal lawsuit
Climate tour stops in Youngstown, calls for coal plant phase-out
A local AFL-CIO leader supports clean-coal facilities
7 Hispanic countries represented at 2013 OCCHA fest
Paulina Montaldo of Youngstown dances Friday during the second annual International Latino Food Fest at the OCCHA Social Hall in Youngstown.
newsmakers
newsmakers Swiss apologize to Oprah Winfrey GENEVA Billionaire media mogul Oprah Winfrey says
RELIGION DIGEST || Missionary to Brazil
Missionary to Brazil canfield Austin Wagley, a 2013 graduate of Canfield High School, will be a
WESTMINSTER COLLEGE Assistant professor attends seminar in Brazil
Staff report New wilmington, pa. Kristenne Robison, Westminster College assistant professor of
Plane crashes into houses; up to 6 dead
Associated Press EAST HAVEN, Conn. A small plane crashed in a working-class neighborhood near an
Protect yourself from utility scam artists targeting Ohioans
Editorial: Who doesn’t love a talent- ed impersonator? Mahoning Valley residents each weekend flock to the
j.c. penney Investor pushes for ouster of CEO
Associated Press NEW YORK The battle over J.C. Penney’s future just got uglier. Activist
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .76, 32.64 .46 Avalon
AT&T invests $225M in Ohio networks
Associated Press COLUMBUS AT&T says it has invested more than $225 million in its wireless and
Yemen: 7 Saudis among militants killed by US
Associated Press SANAA, Yemen At least seven suspected militants from Saudi Arabia were among
The WWE’s new training center is grooming future stars Ready to wrestle
By KYLE HIGHTOWER Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. Bodies crashing to the ground and being slung
birthdays
birthdays Singer Ronnie Bennett Greenfield (Ronnie Spector) of The Ronettes is 70. Actor James
Tree becomes a work of art
The finished work of Bob Anderson, a chain-saw carving artist from Rock Creek, is shown at left.
Today in history
Today is Saturday, Aug. 10, the 222nd day of 2013. There are 143 days left in the year.
news shows
news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Edward Snowden’s
Obama signs student-loan deal
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama signed into law Friday a measure restoring
Obama laments ‘backward’ thinking by Russia
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama said Friday he was reassessing the U.S.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Fake Fest, 1-11 p.m.: Tribute bands will play all day in a free
COLLECTED BY YEAR
COLLECTED BY YEAR Here are the amounts collected by Youngstown, since 2010, from a 5.5 percent
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jose A. Esparra, 26, of 395 Jacobs Road, Youngstown,
State grants extension for Wells Bldg. rehab
The company still needs to finalize its financing arrangements
Mexican drug lord released from prison
Mexican drug lord released from prison MEXICO CITY Infamous drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero
Kelly likes what he’s seen of Irish
Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly was surprisingly upbeat about his team after five days of practice.
A Duck Stamp for every hunter and every birder
At $15, a Duck Stamp is arguably the best investment a conservationist can make. More formally
Browns’ Lauvao has ankle surgery
Shawn Lauvao’s consecutive games streak is about to end, and so is Cleveland’s run of healthy starting offensive lineman.
Slow days provide valuable lessons
I went fishing last weekend and didn’t catch much. It was a pretty tepid day, when it was all said
YSU softball team adds Brittney Moffatt
YSU softball team adds Brittney Moffatt Youngstown The Youngstown State softball team has signed
PGa championship leaderboard
PGa championship leaderboard Round 2 Oak Hill Country Club East Course in Pittsford, N.Y. Par 70
Journeymen QBs look to survice preseason
John Parker Wilson has no designs on Ben Roethlisberger’s job.
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Home Savings posts profit of $3.4 million
Home Savings posts profit of $3.4 million youngstown The Home Savings and Loan Co. on Friday
vacation bible school
vacation bible school Sessions in the area Who: Boardman Christ’s Church What: “Hay Day,
Ohio texting law looks like a flop
Opinion: COLUMBUS I don’t think it’s too early to state, definitively, that Ohio’s texting-while-
NEOMED gets ServeOhio grant
Staff report rootstown Northeast Ohio Medical University was recently awarded state AmeriCorps
Man charged with plotting wife’s murder
Associated Press WILLOUGHBY HILLS, Ohio A man was indicted Friday on charges that he plotted to
Eastern Gateway, ShaleNET to offer training class
Staff report steubenville Eastern Gateway Community College and ShaleNET will offer a three-week
Source: Grove City College education is a good investment
Staff report Grove city, pa. A Grove City College education really pays off, according to a
USPS trims losses to $740M in past 3 months
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. Postal Service has trimmed its losses to $740 million over
EV Energy Partners sells 22,535 acres in the Utica Shale play
Company will get $284.3 million for the sale
OHIO PTA president makes history
Staff report Columbus Lisa Mack, the 52nd president of the Ohio PTA, made history when her term
Kinsman Presbyterian Church celebrates 180 years
A dramatic reading, special service and tours are planned.
Mahoning Valley students return from Germany trip
Staff report Boardman Seven Boardman, Austintown Fitch, Canfield and Cardinal Mooney students,
God is with people who are struggling
Our lives are under God’s authority. He alone has numbered our days and it is by his will that we
Priceline stock flirts with historic $1,000 mark
Associated Press NEW YORK Priceline.com came close Friday to becoming the first stock in the
MERCER COUNTY MIU IV will offer GED courses to area adults
Staff report Grove city, pa. Adults have the opportunity to learn skills that will prepare them
Youth Quake
Youth Quake youngstown Warren City-Wide Youth Choir will sing at Youth Quake 2013 at 7 p.m.
HUD reduces furlough days
Associated Press WASHINGTON Department of Housing and Urban Development employees won’t need to
Ellsworth steeple to be dedicated
Staff report ellsworth The steeple at Ellsworth Presbyterian Church, near the intersection of
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people on the following charges this week. They will be
Habitat for Humanity to bless 40th home Sunday
Work on the home is slated for Wednesdays and Saturdays through the fall and early winter.
METRO DIGEST || Free event today downtown Youngstown
Free event planned today downtown YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Community Mobilization Coalition
METRO DIGEST || Palmyra Heights cleanup planned
Palmyra Heights cleanup planned WARREN A cleanup in the Palmyra Heights neighborhood begins at 9
Friday, August 9 (141 stories)
Obama suggests time to kick Russia to curb after latest (Snowden) snub
Responding to critics, President Barack Obama promised on Friday to work with Congress on "appropriate reforms" for the domestic surveillance programs that have stirred criticism at home and abroad. He also said it is time to recalibrate the United States' relationship with Russia, which is harboring NSA secrets leaker Edward Snowden.
Yemen terror boss advises 'velvet glove' to win support before instilling fear
A year before he was caught on an intercept discussing the terror plot that prompted this week's sweeping closure of U.S. embassies abroad, al-Qaida's top operative in Yemen laid out his blueprint for how to wage jihad in letters sent to a fellow terrorist.
Kokrak misses cut in PGA Championship
The Warren JFK graduate finished at 74-72—146 and missed the cut by three strokes.
Wis. man gets life for killing police officer wife
Wis. man gets life for killing police officer wife
Plane approaching Conn. airport crashes into homes
Plane approaching Conn. airport crashes into homes
Canfield man, woman charged with sexual abuse of young boy
Canfield man, woman charged with sexual abuse of young boy
Canfield man hospitalized after Ohio Turnpike accident
Canfield man hospitalized after Ohio Turnpike accident
Youngstown mayor: Move some large downtown events to Covelli
Youngstown mayor: Move more some large downtown events to Covelli Centre
Monument unveiling Saturday to honor Ohio girl missing since 1999
Monument unveiling Saturday to honor Ohio girl missing since 1999
Man charged with plotting wife's murder in NE Ohio
Man charged with plotting wife's murder in NE Ohio
Pa. county grants 100th same-sex marriage license
Pa. county grants 100th same-sex marriage license A suburban Philadelphia county defying
Plane approaching Conn. airport crashes into homes
Plane approaching Conn. airport crashes into homes EAST HAVEN, Conn. (AP) - A small plane crashed
Police issue 'all clear' in YSU bomb threat
Threat at YSU does not disrupt campus operations youngstown About 12 Youngstown State University
Grove City business tied to firm in Snowden surveillance probe
Grove City business tied to firm in Snowden surveillance probe GROVE CITY, PA. A Grove City
Mexico drug kingpin Caro Quintero ordered released
Mexico drug kingpin Caro Quintero ordered released MEXICO CITY (AP) - A Mexican court today
EV Energy Partners sells acreage in Utica Shale play
EV Energy Partners sells acreage in Utica Shale play
Clashes at rallies backing ousted Egypt president
Clashes at rallies backing ousted Egypt president CAIRO (AP) - Ten of thousands of supporters of
Yemen: Saudis among militants hit in drone strikes
Yemen: Saudis among militants hit in drone strikes SANAA, Yemen (AP) - Senior Yemeni officials say
Sponsors needed for D.C. trip for King speech anniversary
Sponsors needed for D.C. trip for King speech anniversary
Boardman to knock down six condemned homes
Boardman to knock down six condemned homes BOARDMAN Boardman Township trustees on Friday
'Love and Protect Our Children' event Saturday in downtown Youngstown
'Love and Protect Our Children' event Saturday in downtown Youngstown
18 female teachers file federal pay bias suit
18 female teachers file federal pay bias suit WINDBER, Pa. (AP) — Eighteen current and former
Sierra Club rep decries coal-fired power plants
Sierra Club rep decries coal-fired power plants YOUNGSTOWN — A 27-state bus tour stopped today at
Pa. county paying bounty for wood-burning boilers
Pa. county paying bounty for wood-burning boilers PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Allegheny County Health
Former teacher gets jail for student contact
Former teacher gets jail for student contact COUDERSPORT, Pa. (AP) — A former northern
Former jail guard waives harassment hearing
Former jail guard waives harassment hearing SOMERSET, Pa. (AP) — A former guard at a western
Police: Man beat wife with frozen meat
Police: Man beat wife with frozen meat ALIQUIPPA, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania man has been
Oprah gets Swiss apologies for ‘racist’ encounter
Oprah gets Swiss apologies for ‘racist’ encounter GENEVA (AP) — Oprah Winfrey says she had a
2 Turkish Airlines crew kidnapped in Lebanon
2 Turkish Airlines crew kidnapped in Lebanon BEIRUT (AP) - Gunmen today ambushed a van carrying a
Report: NJ workers have ticket for $448M Powerball
Report: NJ workers have ticket for $448M Powerball LITTLE EGG HARBOR, N.J. (AP) - Sixteen workers
US, Russia diplomatic and defense chiefs to meet
US, Russia diplomatic and defense chiefs to meet WASHINGTON (AP) - The crisis in Syria, arms
US orders diplomats out of Lahore, Pakistan
US orders diplomats out of Lahore, Pakistan ISLAMABAD (AP) - The State Department has warned
Search has found no evidence of missing Pa. baby
Search has found no evidence of missing Pa. baby YORK, Pa. (AP) — Investigators say they still
Police: Man found passed-out in drive-thru
Police: Man found passed-out in drive-thru ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Police in Allentown say they
Care and Share set at union hall
Care and Share set at union hall WARREN United Auto Workers Local 1112 Care and Share Rollin’
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Yo-Mah-O Chapter of the International Association of Administrative Professionals
Amid Italian festival excitement, ancestry fuels bocce competition
To Steve Ficeti, the bocce tournament at the Italian-American Heritage Festival on Courthouse Square is a great combination of competition and ancestry.
Cruze ‘marginal’ in crash test
Two redesigned Honda Civic models were the only small cars to get the top rating in stringent front-end crash tests performed by an insurance-industry group.
Canfield wins Central Region title
Maddy Johns’ biggest hit had some distance, enough to send Canfield’s 13-14 softball team 2,500 miles west for the Junior League World Series.
4 NE Ohio steel pipe-makers ask feds to raise import duties
Vallourec Star and Wheatland Tube among those who say foreign competitors hurting U.S. oil and gas pipe industry
St. Dominic Church dedicates new parish center on South Side
The $1.4 million building is seen as a sign of hope and rebirth in the South Side neighborhood.
Liberty’s Toussaint intends to be Wolverines’ starter
Fitzgerald Toussaint believes that in the wake of an injury that prematurely ended his 2012 season, he gained perspective.
Furyk, Scott share PGA lead
Warren JFK graduate Jason Kokrak opened with a 4-over 74 in his first major as a pro.
Traffic cameras in Youngstown school zones are on hold
No action will be taken by city until state Legislature makes a decision
Penn State QB battle remains ongoing
For now, junior college transfer Tyler Ferguson has a slight edge on prized freshman Christian Hackenberg.
Seniors from defunct county program in Austintown find new home
Program closed because of funding cuts
Weeden sharp as Browns win in Chudzinski’s debut
Brandon Weeden made coach Rob Chudzinski’s debut a success, and may have stopped any quarterback controversy before it started.
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 4-over par 74 in
17 fallen veterans to be honored at Lowellville Day
Annual event will include parade, rededication ceremony, music
Block party kicks off city elementary sports program
The program begins with girls volleyball this fall with other sports added as the year progresses
Seeking ancestor's history
Matt O’Mansky is using a 3-D scanner to try to make out the words on a very old eroded tombstone in East Palestine's Glenview Cemetery. O'Mansky was contacted by a descendant of George Foulkes, to whom the tombstone is dedicated. Foulkes was captured by Indians as a young boy in 1780 and remained a captive for 11 years before escaping.
Steelers’ Dwyer awaits his chance
Jonathan Dwyer doesn’t count reps. Not in practice. Not in walkthroughs. Not in games.
newsmakers
newsmakers ‘Amish Mafia’ star jailed after car chase NEW BLOOMFIELD, Pa. A Pennsylvania man
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Julie Lay and Todd S. Thorton Sr., Youngstown, girl, Aug. 6.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Warren Italian-American Heritage Festival, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.:
oddly enough
oddly enough Francis Bacon’s brushes among oddities in auction LONDON Art lovers who can’t
US steps up drone strikes in Yemen
Associated Press SANAA, Yemen The U.S. has sharply escalated its drone war in Yemen, with
Fort Hood trial resumes as lawyers demand removal
Associated Press FORT HOOD, Texas The soldier on trial for the 2009 shooting rampage at Fort
Car, truck SALES
Car, truck SALES July Top-5 new makes Chevrolet: 804 Ford: 353 GMC: 153 Toyota: 149
Al-Qaida’s leader deserves the same fate as bin Laden
Editorial: Even if the latest chatter about plans for a major terror attack turns out to be just that —
Clergy protest Internet cafe petitioners
Associated Press COLUMBUS A group of clergy and civil rights activists has complained that
SPORTS DIGEST || Hanek hired to coach basketball at VCSU
Hanek hired to coach basketball at VCSU Valley City N.D. Valley City State University has hired
Fowler impresses coaches
Recently, local quarterback, Nathan Fowler, from Austintown Middle School, showed off his skills at
Austintown briefs
Monday Night Writers meeting set Area writers, both published and unpublished, are invited to
Austintown has traffic plan for new schools
By KALEA HALL khall@vindy.com Schools Superintendent Vincent Colaluca is confident the traffic
Canfield sports brief
Meet the team The Canfield Football Teamm will have a steak fry/meet the team Aug. 24 from noon
Canfield briefs
Monday Night Writers meeting set Area writers, both published and unpublished, are invited to
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS, BANKRUPTCIES
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Sean G. Rasmussen, 31, of 3 Hickory Hill Road,
Senate control hinges on Southern Dems
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans are counting on some Southern comfort to win Senate
Poland Community Baseball Association Little League ends season
The Poland Community Baseball Association Little League Division (11-12 year olds) recently wrapped
Library showcases Show What You Know program
By ADRIENNE CRISSMAN acrisman@vindy.com The Boardman library taught participants how to make
Poland briefs
Monday Night Writers meeting set Area writers, both published and unpublished, are invited to
Crazy Bra Day raises awareness
Crazy Bra Day will take place Aug. 17 from noon until 8 p.m. at Refuge, located at 1155 Churchill
Crazy Bra Day set
Crazy Bra Day will take place Aug. 17 from noon until 8 p.m. at Refuge, located at 1155 Churchill
Council approves road project
By KALEA HALL khall@vindy.com In a 4-0 vote, Canfield council approved an emergency ordinance
Canfield Swim Club defeats Boardman
Canfield Swim Club beat the Boardman Swim Team 267-229 June 26 at Boardman Swim and Tennis Club.
Plea withdrawal request not granted
The sentencing judge said he has no jurisdiction over a plea withdrawal request because an appeal of the murder case is pending.
Stewart undergoes second surgery on broken right leg
Stewart broke both the tibia and fibula in his right leg Monday night in a sprint car race in Iowa.
Where are the incumbents?
Opinion: Here are a few observations on the nonpartisan filing deadline for the Nov. 5 general election.
Get your child vaccinated
Opinion: The Courier, Houma, La.: It seems like summer just began, but local schoolchildren are just a few
‘Planes’ toys with animation fans
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers There are funnier cartoons than the “Cars” universe of
‘It’s a sad loss for both families,’ cousin says of Perkins Park gun death
Two cousins of a 19-year-old Warren woman arraigned Thursday on a charge accusing her of accidentally shooting an 18-year-old friend to death say the situation is hard for everyone involved.
Gas rates down
Gas rates down Youngstown Starting Tuesday, natural-gas rates from Dominion East Ohio will be
Obama ignites the passions of Republicans
Opinion: STAVANGER, Norway The several hundred conservatives on the National Review’s summer cruise, which
Commissioners plead for Youngstown prison job retention
Mahoning County commissioners’ resolution supports retaining a federal inmate housing contract at a Youngstown prison.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .76, 32.18 —1.74 Avalon
FirstEnergy announces layoffs, told to credit customers same day
Energy company will lose 250 employees and has been ordered to pay $43.3 million back to customers.
METRO DIGEST || Saggy pants did not cause man’s death
Saggy pants did not cause man’s death youngstown Saggy pants did not cause a man who fell back
‘Percy Jackson’ has light touch
By Rick Bentley The Fresno Bee “Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters” — just like the 2010 release
YBI receives $125,000 in donations
Two charitable foundations and Farmers National Bank are among donors
Man who held 3 captive moved to second prison
Associated Press CLEVELAND The Ohio man who held three women captive in his home for a decade
Grand jury indicts two on murder charges
Staff report youNGSTOWN A Mahoning County grand jury indicted two people on murder charges
U.S. WOMEN’S AMATEUR
U.S. WOMEN’S AMATEUR CHARLESTON, S.C. NCAA champion Annie Park won two matches Thursday in the
Exercise and nutrition work best to extend human lives
Opinion: Exercise and nutrition work best to extend human lives The RECENT letter, “When your time’s up,
METRO DIGEST || Health insurance for low-income kids
UW campaign targets coverage for children YOUNGSTOWN The United Way of Youngstown and the
Police: Man killed wife, posted photo of body on Facebook
Police: Man killed wife, posted photo of body on Facebook SOUTH MIAMI, Fla. A South Florida man
Today in history
Today is Friday, Aug. 9, the 221st day of 2013. There are 144 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Valley auto sales keep surging
Sales of the Chevrolet Silverado, for example, more than tripled here last month
Campbell shooting suspect to plead insanity
Staff report youngstown A man accused of shooting four people inside a Seventh Street home in
Austintown cops believe robbery suspect was shot in Columbus
Staff report AUSTINTOWN Austintown police say they have a strong suspect in mind in the robbery
Confrontation over hair rollers sparks stabbing
By Lee Murray TheNewsOutlet.org Liberty A beautician who stabbed a co-worker with hair-
Egypt Coup puts Christians in corner
Associated Press ASSIUT, Egypt It was nighttime, and 10,000 Islamists were marching down the
Kids learn all about worms at library
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com School-age children learned about worms at an
Austintown sports briefs
Alumni soccer game set The annual boys alumni soccer game will be Aug. 10, with the first game
Fish and fun at glacier stroytime
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com Children ages three to six and an adult companion
Boardman briefs
Monday Night Writers meeting set Area writers, both published and unpublished, are invited to
Nesnidol places 11th in speech competition
By KALEA HALL khall@vindy.com Tim Nesnidol, an 18-year-old recent Canfield High School
Library showcases ‘Show What You Know’ program
By ADRIENNE CRISSMAN acrisman@vindy.com The Boardman library taught participants how to make
Milo to play at Shepherd of the Valley-Poland
On Aug. 8, Christopher Milo got to do what he most loves - play piano. He was scheduled to perform
Wonderful Worms gives new insight
By ADRIENNE CRISSMAN acrisman@vindy.com Children learned about why worms are so great during
Mill Creek Metro Parks offers family farm tours
The Mill Creek Metro Parks offered a family farm tour July 18.
Metro Parks offers farm tours
By ADRIENNE CRISSMAN acrisman@vindy.com The Mill Creek Metro Parks offered a family farm tour
Poland sports briefs
Poland Athletic Department to sell tickets The Poland High School Athletic Department will begin
Feathers and scales prevail at Reptile and Raptor Exhibit
BY ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Mill Creek MetroParks Farm’s Reptile and Raptor Exhibit
Science stories at library
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com School-age children learned about worms at an
Canfield swim club defeats country clubs
Canfield Swim Club beat Country Club (combination of Tippecanoe, Trumbull and Avalon/Squaw Creek)
Arms Museum takes trip back in time
The Mahoning Valley Historical Society hosted Hands on History July 24 at the Arms Museum.
Thursday, August 8 (136 stories)
2 friends of Boston Marathon bomb suspect indicted
2 friends of Boston Marathon bomb suspect indicted
Ohio clergy complain about Internet cafe petition drive
Ohio clergy complain about Internet cafe petition drive
New concealed weapons licenses in Ohio on the rise
New concealed weapons licenses in Ohio on the rise
Youngstown delays putting traffic cameras in school zones
Youngstown delays putting traffic cameras in school zones
Woman pleads not guilty to shooting friend at birthday party
Woman pleads not guilty to shooting friend at birthday party
Youngstown man wants to withdraw plea in shooting death of boy in 2012
Youngstown man wants to withdraw plea in shooting death of boy in 2012
Fort Hood trial resumes as lawyers demand removal
Fort Hood trial resumes as lawyers demand removal FORT HOOD, Texas (AP) - The soldier on trial for
Kokrak 4-over par in first round
Warren JFK graduate Jason Kokrak shot a 4-over par 74 Thursday in the first round of the PGA Championship.
Minn. dad claims third of $448M Powerball jackpot
Minn. dad claims third of $448M Powerball jackpot ROSEVILLE, Minn. (AP) - A 45-year-old suburban
Mahoning commissioners make plea to retain federal prisoners in Youngstown
Mahoning commissioners make plea to retain federal prisoners in Youngstown
‘Amish Mafia’ star gets prison time for car chase
‘Amish Mafia’ star gets prison time for car chase NEW BLOOMFIELD, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania man
Ohio man badly beaten in dispute for 75 cents dies
Ohio man badly beaten in dispute for 75 cents dies
New SSHE chancellor to get $622,000 pension payout
New SSHE chancellor to get $622,000 pension payout HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The newly selected
Police: Suspect told witness he shook baby to death
Police: Suspect told witness he shook baby to death YORK, Pa. (AP) — A man accused of kidnapping
2 northern Ohio hospital systems announce alliance
2 northern Ohio hospital systems announce alliance
Banks looted in Kenya airport fire
Banks looted in Kenya airport fire NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) - Officials in Kenya investigating the
Exotic animals removed from Canada pet shop
Exotic animals removed from Canada pet shop TORONTO (AP) - The manager of a Canadian zoo says
Block party kicks off city elementary sports program
The program begins with girls volleyball this fall with other sports added as the year progresses
Egypt’s coup puts fearful Christians in a corner
Egypt’s coup puts fearful Christians in a corner ASSIUT, Egypt (AP) - It was nighttime and 10,000
Detention officer killed in Arizona shooting
Detention officer killed in Arizona shooting PHOENIX (AP) - A detention officer with the Maricopa
Jim Furyk seizes PGA lead with 65; Tiger Woods at 71
Jim Furyk seizes PGA lead with 65: Tiger Woods at 71
Ellises celebrate 50th with family at Nicolinni’s
BOARDMAN Edwin and Linda Ellis were honored with a dinner at Nicolinni’s Ristorante II on Saturday
Bomber kills 30 at Pakistan police funeral
Bomber kills 30 at Pakistan police funeral QUETTA, Pakistan (AP) - A Taliban suicide bomber
Vice officers serve three warrants
Vice officers find scales, cash, and drugs Staff report youngstown Police arrested several
Ohio State University's tobacco ban begins with fall classes
Ohio State University's tobacco ban begins with fall classes
2 suspected US drones kill 9 militants in Yemen
2 suspected US drones kill 9 militants in Yemen SANAA, Yemen (AP) - Two U.S. drone strikes killed
Man convicted of carjacking bank employee
Man convicted of carjacking bank employee WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (AP) — A man has been convicted of
Streets closed in downtown Youngstown for weekend activities
Streets closed in downtown Youngstown for weekend activities
Canfield advances to Junior League World Series
Canfield advances to Junior League World Series AKRON — Maddy Johns singled in the bottom of the
Man gets fed prison in sports novelty scam
Man gets fed prison in sports novelty scam PITTSBURGH (AP) — A partner in a Pittsburgh business
Hunt widens for suspected Calif. killer, abductor
Hunt widens for suspected Calif. killer, abductor LAKESIDE, Calif. (AP) - Amber Alerts expanded to
Mahoning commissioners support keeping federal prisoners
Mahoning commissioners support keeping federal prisoners YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County
Hundreds flee, homes burn, 3 hurt in Calif. fire
Hundreds flee, homes burn, 3 hurt in Calif. fire BANNING, Calif. (AP) - A thousand firefighters
Austintown cops believe robbery suspect was shot in Columbus
Austintown cops believe robbery suspect was shot in Columbus Staff report AUSTINTOWN
Muslims celebrate Eid with prayers, feasts
Muslims celebrate Eid with prayers, feasts JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) - Millions of Muslims began
Winning tickets for $448M Powerball in NJ, Minn.
Winning tickets for $448M Powerball in NJ, Minn. LITTLE EGG HARBOR, N.J. (AP) - At least three
Police: 4 dead, 4 wounded in Dallas-area shootings
Police: 4 dead, 4 wounded in Dallas-area shootings DALLAS (AP) - A suspect in the fatal shootings
Daughter of cyanide suspect with grandparents
Daughter of cyanide suspect with grandparents PITTSBURGH (AP) — A western Pennsylvania judge says
Firefighters fight second blaze at former library
Firefighters fight second blaze at former library youngstown For the second time in less than a
Pittsburgh’s Warhol Bridge set for ‘yarn bombing’
Pittsburgh’s Warhol Bridge set for ‘yarn bombing’ PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Andy Warhol Bridge in
Suspected US drone kills 6 militants in Yemen
Suspected US drone kills 6 militants in Yemen SANAA, Yemen (AP) - A suspected U.S. drone strike in
Unruly passenger forces flight back to Philly
Unruly passenger forces flight back to Philly PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Officials say a flight bound for
Police: Baby remains missing after kidnapping
Police: Baby remains missing after kidnapping COLUMBIA, Pa. (AP) — Authorities say a 7-month old
Judge: Philly must put $6.7M into firefighter fund
Judge: Philly must put $6.7M into firefighter fund PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A judge has ordered
Trumbull Mobile Meals looking for volunteer drivers
Trumbull Mobile Meals is looking for people interested in joining the network of 50 or so volunteers who deliver meals to more than 200 people.
Michele Bloom, Daniel Sawonik will wed in Oct.
Walter and Rita Ann Bloom of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Michele L. Bloom, to Daniel R. Sawonik, both of Chagrin Falls, Ohio.
Britini Brocker, Brent Maimone to wed Sept. 20
POLAND Brad and Heidi Brocker and Bud and Sonja Maimone, all of Poland, are announcing the
Kimberly Nyers, Josh Motley plan to wed Sept. 14
CANFIELD John and Beth Nyers of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Kimberly
Emily Koebel, Matthew Novotny to be married
CANONSBURG, PA. Emily Koebel and Matthew Novotny, both of Canonsburg, are engaged and planning a
Erica Leskovec and Greg Cook plan Sept. vows
GIRARD John and Sue Leskovec are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Erica Leskovec, and
Part of Route 46 closing today for 2 weeks
A stretch of state Route 46 between Cook and West Middletown roads in Beaver Township will close for 14 days starting today as a culvert is replaced.
Reunion will be Sunday in Leetonia
Reunion will be Sunday in Leetonia LEETONIA Salem Bliss Reunion will take place at 2 p.m. Sunday
Akron woman cited for leaving accident near Midlothian
Police cited an Akron woman about 2:10 a.m. Wednesday for leaving the scene of an accident and driving with a suspended license.
East Side man discovers cache of guns behind garage
An East Side man told police he found several weapons behind his garage about 2 p.m. Tuesday.
Reforming Fannie, Freddie could boost mortgage rates
Homebuyers could feel the pinch if Congress follows through on plans to shut down Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the government- controlled mortgage- guarantee giants that were rescued by a $187 billion taxpayer bailout during the financial crisis.
Spinners rough up NY-PL All-Star Lugo, Scrappers
After winning 10 of 12, the Scrappers have now lost three straight.
Turning Technologies acquires its biggest competitor
The company will now open a 40,000 square foot warehouse and add some jobs in Youngstown
Talks continue between Youngstown teachers and district
Salary and health insurance are the stumbling blocks
Northside nurses want to resume talks with ValleyCare
Nurses believe reasonable solutions are possible By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com
Ex-YSU WR Jones retires from NFL
A kidney disease has forced former YSU WR Donald Jones to retire from the NFL.
Furlough days reduced at Youngstown air base
Full-time civilian employees will complete furlough days by Aug. 19
OSU: Miller cleared in autograph probe
OSU AD Gene Smith said Braxton Miller had been cleared of breaking any NCAA bylaws.
Youngstown voters to decide fate of park and rec panel
City council is expected to vote Aug. 21 to put it on the general-election ballot
Reggae Fest comes back to the Ledges
A learning experience is how Promoter/Producer Patrick “Packy” Malley chalks up last year’s decision to take his annual Midwest Reggae Fest, which took place for years at Nelson Ledges Quarry Park, to Cleveland’s Whiskey Island.
2013-14 Season Theater, music, dance and more Mahoning Valley performing ARTS
THE YOUNGSTOWN PLAYHOUSE
Charlie Daniels: No pressure, no stopping
Nearly 35 years have passed since Charlie Daniels took country music to the mainstream with his career- defining song “The Devil Went Down to Georgia.”
Niles man who killed purported burglar won’t be charged
Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins has advised the Niles Police Department that the actions of a Niles man who killed a purported burglar July 12 were justified, and he won’t be charged with a crime.
Salem International Festival Saturday
Salem International Festival, also known as the I’Fest, will be from noon to 10 p.m. Saturday
Police charge birthday girl with involuntary manslaughter
Police say Lakeisha Bell accidentally shot her friend McKayla Hopkins Friday night at Bell’s birthday party in Perkins Park, killing her.
Campbell teachers begin academic year with new contracts
Board, teachers union approved two-year contract last week
Youngstown school district addresses loss of federal money
The three schools met their growth targets this past school year
Inasmuch Day based on scripture
Beth Monroe, a 40-plus year member of First Christian Church in Girard, holds one of the jackets that will be distributed along with other free clothing during Inasmuch Day Saturday at the church. Church members offer the day as an outreach to the community.
Valley must go on offensive against youth gun violence
Editorial: The summer of 2013 has brought good news and bad news in the volatile arena of young people and gun
Public learns more about proposed Bluegrass Pipeline
The line will cross seven states and make its way through 16 Ohio counties
Entrance to lot at airport to be closed
Entrance to lot at airport to be closed PITTSBURGH On Monday, the south entrance to long-term
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
powerball More players seek big jackpots only
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa The allure of capturing the estimated $425 million Powerball
Morton finishes strong in Pirates’ victory
Andrew McCutchen homered for the Pirates (69-44), who have won four straight and are a season-high 25 games over .500.
Bowling group meets with league secretaries
Bowling group meets with league secretaries YOUNGSTOWN The Greater Youngstown Bowling
Yemen: Al-Qaida plot uncovered
Yemen: Al-Qaida plot uncovered SANAA, Yemen Military and intelligence officials in Yemen said
Trucker gets probation in Club 76 case
By joe gorman jgorman@vindy.com youngstown Most public officials encourage people passing
NIGHTLIFE
Barrel Run Crossing Winery and Vineyard, 3272 Industry Road, Roots-town; 330-325-1075 Sat: Rock
FirstEnergy ordered to reimburse Ohioans
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio utility regulators on Wednesday ordered FirstEnergy to credit
Air, sunlight reduce disease
Air, sunlight reduce disease August is famous for hot, humid days that can take a toll on your
POLICE CALLS IN GIRARD, LIBERTY
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty: GIRARD Aug. 3
Campbell schools' new administrators transition into district
New hires include superintendent, principals, special services director
Learn how to divide plants to keep your garden lush Pampered perennials
Quite possibly there is more myth, folklore and hearsay about dividing perennials than most all other gardening topics.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Shawntel Dodson and Ronald Hathman, Youngstown, girl, Aug.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .76, 33.93 .04 Avalon
Today in history
Today is Thursday, Aug. 8, the 220th day of 2013. There are 145 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Pinching & deadheading
Pinching & deadheading Your annuals might look leggy if you forgot to water while you were out of
Oklahoma looks to improve defense sooner rather than later
Youngstown native Mike Stoops is counting on a heavy dose of familiarity this season to help improve an Oklahoma defense that withered down the stretch a year ago.
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Elysium (R) In 2159, an ordinary man living on an overpopulated, ruined Earth
McIlroy in search of his old self
Rory McIlroy is looking for the kid who won last year’s PGA Championship.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Our Town,SDRq presented by Crown Theater Productions, Main Street Theater, 5
Reinventor at work in Detroit
Opinion: DETROIT This city is the broken tooth in Michigan’s smile. Nevertheless, the preternaturally
METRO DIGEST || Man finds weapons behind his garage
Man finds weapons behind his garage youngstown An East Side man told police he found several
Vexfest will rock a new block
When Vexfest returns this Sunday after skipping a year, it will be streamlined and in a new
birthdays
birthdays Actor Richard Anderson (“The Six Million Dollar Man,” “The Bionic Woman”) is 87.
5th annual Mahoning County Senior Fair is Saturday
WRTA is offering free transportation starting at 10:30 a.m.
oddly enough
oddly enough Police charge W. Pa. couple with DUI in same car FREEDOM, Pa. Police say a
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Timothy R. Bailey, 52, of 156 W. Vermont Ave.,
cleveland House in kidnap, rape case is razed
Associated Press CLEVELAND With several swipes from the arm of an excavator and a smattering of
Lawyers: Hasan intent on death sentence
Associated Press FORT HOOD, Texas On the first day Maj. Nidal Hasan went on trial in a fight for
Obama cancels Putin summit amid Snowden tensions
Associated Press WASHINGTON Already faltering, President Barack Obama’s five-year effort to
newsmakers
newsmakers Richie Havens tribute set at Woodstock site BETHEL, N.Y. The ashes of Richie Havens
hermitage, pa. Bolotin Furniture, founded in 1906, to close up shop
Staff report hermitage, pa. A Hermitage landmark store is closing after being open for more
Dry fresh herbs for year-round flavor
By Sheila Cubick Master gardener volunteer This week we move on from last week’s advice on
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Horizon Science Academy governing board, 6 p.m., 3403 Southern Blvd., Youngstown.
Girard votes to add garbage renewal levy to November ballot
The levy, which has been in place for 36 years, is one of five garbage levies that pay most of the $485,235 cost for those services.
“Wipeout” (8 p.m., ABC): Contestants must defeat the Trippity Skippity Flippity Doo,
“Wipeout” (8 p.m., ABC): Contestants must defeat the Trippity Skippity Flippity Doo, which is either
Military-industrial complex has new battle cry
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords At last, both Republicans and Democrats are beginning to respond
Bugs give berries multicolors
Q. Why do my blackberries have cream-colored spots all over them? Oran from Alliance A. The
FAMILY FARM VISITS
FAMILY FARM VISITS When: Thursday, 11:30 a.m. What: Guided tour of MetroParks Farm, including
METRO DIGEST || 7-day closing of Route 644 starts Monday
Route 644 closing KENSINGTON State Route 644, east of Kensington in Columbiana County, will be
Burress embraces role of elder statesman
Plaxico Burress turns 36 next Monday, an age the Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver jokes makes him “grandpa” in the locker room.
Free food and back-to-school items will be given away Saturday
Various churches, faith-based and city groups are hosting the events
Tigers take another from Tribe
Prince Fielder hit a two-run double in the 14th inning as the Detroit Tigers won their 11th straight.
Wednesday, August 7 (123 stories)
Public learns more about proposed Bluegrass pipeline
Public learns more about proposed Bluegrass pipeline
Amendment to eliminate Youngstown Park & Rec Commission on Nov. ballot
Amendment to eliminate Youngstown Park & Rec Commission on Nov. ballot
Despite June fire, Lowellville High School will open Aug. 26
Despite June fire, Lowellville High School will open Aug. 26
Former Fla. lieutenant gov. to lead Pa. university system
Former Fla. lieutenant gov. to lead Pa. university system
No charges against Niles man who killed would-be burglar
No charges against Niles man who killed would-be burglar
No injuries reported in Youngstown West Side apartment fire
No injuries reported in Youngstown West Side apartment fire
Girard voters will see garbarge pickup renewal levy on November ballot
Girard voters will see garbage pickup renewal levy on November ballot
Historic Bolotin Furniture store in Hermitage is closing
Historic Bolotin Furniture store in Hermitage is closing
Furlough days reduced at Youngstown Air Reserve Station
Furlough days reduced at Youngstown Air Reserve Station
Warren girl charged in friend’s shooting death at Perkins Park
Warren girl charged in friend’s shooting death at Perkins Park WARREn Lakeisha Bell, 19, is
Phone GPS led to arrests in Pa. football player's killing
Phone GPS led to arrests in Pa. football player's killing
DA: Teller stole $90K from elderly accounts
DA: Teller stole $90K from elderly accounts PITTSBURGH (AP) — A prosecutor says a since-fired
Pa.state university chancellor says job lured him
Pa.state university chancellor says job lured him HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The incoming chancellor
Police: Man in custody in baby kidnapping
Police: Man in custody in baby kidnapping UPPER DARBY, Pa. (AP) — Investigators are searching for
Entrance to Pittsburgh International Airport parking lot closed 3 weeks
Entrance to Pittsburgh International Airport parking lot closed 3 weeks
Covelli Centre's Eric Ryan and Vindy reporter Joe Gorman
Aug. 8, 2013 | Covelli Centre's Eric Ryan and Vindy reporter Joe Gorman
Faith-healing dad loses bid to drop murder case
Faith-healing dad loses bid to drop murder case PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A judge refused to dismiss
Pa. to roll out significant changes to GED test
Pa. to roll out significant changes to GED test HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania is about to
Court denies Ohio village request on speed cameras
Court denies Ohio village request on speed cameras
Pilot dodged signs, traffic to land on road
Pilot dodged signs, traffic to land on road CENTERVILLE, Pa. (AP) — A pilot says he dodged a
Pittsburgh Zoo fails to get mauling lawsuit tossed
Pittsburgh Zoo fails to get mauling lawsuit tossed PITTSBURGH (AP) — A judge has refused to
Judge halts trial in Fort Hood shooting rampage
Judge halts trial in Fort Hood shooting rampage FORT HOOD, Texas (AP) - The standby attorney for
Stretch of Route 46 in Beaver Township to close Thursday
Stretch of Route 46 in Beaver Township to close 14 days
Libya suspect in US consulate attack denies charge
Libya suspect in US consulate attack denies charge TRIPOLI, Libya (AP) - A former Libyan militia
Activists: Syrian troops ambush rebels, kill 62
Activists: Syrian troops ambush rebels, kill 62 BEIRUT (AP) - Syrian government forces killed more
Furlough days cut at Ohio base, other installations
Furlough days cut at Ohio base, other installations
Youngstown police investigate stabbing
Youngstown police investigate stabbing youngstown Police are investigating a stabbing about 11
In rebuke, Obama cancels Moscow summit with Putin
In rebuke, Obama cancels Moscow summit with Putin LOS ANGELES (AP) - In a rare diplomatic rebuke,
Range Resources purchases 180 natural gas vehicles
Range Resources purchases 180 natural gas vehicles CANONSBURG, Pa. (AP) — Range Resources Corp.
Yemen claims it foiled al-Qaida plot
Yemen claims it foiled al-Qaida plot SANAA, Yemen (AP) - A Yemeni government spokesman claims
Egypt says diplomacy has failed to resolve crisis
Egypt says diplomacy has failed to resolve crisis CAIRO (AP) - Egypt’s presidency said today that
Salem International Festival will be from noon to 10 p.m. Saturday
Salem International Festival will be from noon to 10 p.m. Saturday Staff report Salem The
Suspected US drone kills 7 in southern Yemen
Suspected US drone kills 7 in southern Yemen SANAA, Yemen (AP) - Security officials say suspected
Former Pa. state Sen. Fumo released from prison
Former Pa. state Sen. Fumo released from prison PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Former Democratic state Sen.
SPCA takes 20 live cats, 25 dead from home
SPCA takes 20 live cats, 25 dead from home BETHLEHEM, Pa. (AP) — The Society for the Prevention of
McDonald’s owners: Debit card suit has no merit
McDonald’s owners: Debit card suit has no merit WILKES-BARRE, Pa. (AP) — The owners of 16
3 jailed in robbery, killing of college player
3 jailed in robbery, killing of college player WASHINGTON, Pa. (AP) — Three men have been jailed
Demolition begins on Ohio house in kidnapping case
Demolition begins on Ohio house in kidnapping case CLEVELAND (AP) - With several swipes from the
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Southington United Methodist Church, state routes 305 and 534, will sell chicken dinners
Open houses will feature Barnhisel
Open houses will feature Barnhisel girard There will be two open houses from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday
Bezos determined to reverse slide of The Washington Post
Amazon.com CEO Jeff Bezos is revered as one of the brightest minds in corporate America, but even he is still puzzling over how to reverse the financial slide threatening The Washington Post and other major U.S. newspapers.
Group collecting school supplies for Moore, Okla.
A recently retired Warren Schools teacher and others are teaming up to help the teachers and students in Moore, Okla., return to fun and productive classrooms this fall.
Michigan next for Ohio champions
The Canfield 13-14 softball team is one win away from its first trip to the Junior League Softball World Series in Kirkland, Wash.
Northside nurses reject ValleyCare’s offer
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com and LEE MURRAY TheNewsOutlet.org YOUNGSTOWN
Woods bears down as major looms
Tiger Woods is leaving nothing to chance in his last chance this year to win a major.
YEA authorized to issue strike notice
Tuesday meeting results in unanimous decision to empower negotiating team
Campbell’s interim police chief draws on creative change
Interim chief wants department, city to move forward
Local Dems: Kasich, JobsOhio members tied to companies getting state funds
The criticism isn’t political, a state senator contends
GED cost won’t change for first-time takers
The new state budget includes money to reimburse career-technical planning districts to offset the additional cost
Trumbull County plans to approve screening, wellness program for employees
The commissioners are expected today to approve a new biometric screening and wellness program for most county employees that they hope will improve the health of employees and bring down health care costs.
Suspect in shootings of Campbell family indicted
Devin N. Spann, 24, faces four counts of felonious assault with firearm specifications and eight counts of aggravated arson for a shooting and fire at a 7th Street home last month.
Parade, community picnic mark Youngstown's Night Out
Guests line up at Wick Park for free hot dogs and hamburgers served at Youngstown Night Out. The event is part of National Night Out, which is celebrated in 15,000 communities across the country and Canada to bring together community officials, block watches and police as a unified force to curb crime.
Burger inventors
Burger inventors The guys check in from the Akron restaurant that claims to be inventors of the
Meyer: Intensity about to kick in for Buckeyes
The OSU coach says practices will rev up by next week
‘Winter Sun’ is a dark city portrait
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK You don’t need a TV drama to tell you these are
Huntington Banks to stop taking property tax payments
Change in policy by Huntington could have a significant impact on local taxpayers
Aniston, Sudeikis have comedic chemistry
By JOHN CARUCCI Associated Press NEW YORK It doesn’t take much to get Jennifer Aniston and
FirstEnergy reports loss in 2nd quarter
Plant deactivation costs lead to 2nd-quarter loss for the utility company; yearly projection still positive
Webcam broadcasts from Andy Warhol’s gravesite
By KEVIN BEGOS Associated Press PITTSBURGH The Andy Warhol Museum has launched a live video
Charges filed in Benghazi attacks
Charges filed in Benghazi attacks WASHINGTON The Justice Department has filed the first criminal
Political solutions lead to problems
Opinion: It is hard to read a newspaper, or watch a television newscast, without encountering someone who has
Austintown Night Out unites community
Austintown’s event at township park was the first time the community has joined in on the National Night Out event since the 1980s.
Authorities accuse grandson in death
Associated Press COLUMBUS A central Ohio man who police say beat his grandmother is facing
Man charged with killing 3 says town stole his home
Associated Press SAYLORSBURG, Pa. A disabled junk dealer feuding with local officials over his
A downtown property group would use money from Wells sale for a parking lot
That property has been a fenced-in hole for about five years
Council OKs plans to retrofit lighting system
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES The Ralph A. Infante Wellness Center in Waddell Park is
Officials debate leaf composting funding
The county may have to curtail funding for leaf recycling and composting in the townships and municipalities.
Coroner rules Trumbull 18-year-old’s death homicide
Coroner rules Trumbull 18-year-old’s death homicide
Open house set regarding pipeline
Open house set regarding pipeline columbiana Williams and Boardwalk Pipeline Partners, which
Sixth Ohioan dies in outbreak
Associated Press COLUMBUS A sixth death was confirmed Tuesday in Ohio’s largest outbreak of
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Trumbull Career and Technical Center school board, 7 p.m., board room, 528
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
ILLEGAL FIREARMS INDICTMENTS
BY THE NUMBERS Illegal-firearms indictments by year by the United States Attorney’s Office for the
Doctor sentenced in malnourished teen’s death
Associated Press DAYTON The doctor of a 14-year-old Ohio girl who had cerebral palsy and weighed
Mercer Raceway
Mercer Raceway Mercer, PA. At Mercer Raceway Park the FASTRAK Northeast Regional Touring Series
Surplus food
Surplus food Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, produce and food
oddly enough
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MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Margaro Rodriguez Jr., 63, of 1720 Nova Lane, Poland,
Inside the ropes with Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with SLps Jason Kokrak Next: The Warren JFK graduate will play in his first
NiSource is planning to spend $1.5 million to improve roads in Mahoning County
NiSource is planning to spend $1.5 million to improve roads in Mahoning County
Mickelson still feeling fine after British Open triumph
He’s going for a sixth major victory this week
Funds will help fight ‘modern day slavery’
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS State officials have announced two more initiatives
Fort hood shootings Attack meticulously planned
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newsmakers
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METRO DIGEST || Kennel dedication
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On Monday, Disney’s “The Lion King” wrapped up a monthlong engagement at
On Monday, Disney’s “The Lion King” wrapped up a monthlong engagement at Cleveland’s State Theater.
Zimmerman’s not-guilty verdict doesn’t make him totally innocent
Opinion: Some THREE weeks after a jury found George Zimmerman not guilty of second-degree murder or
U.S. Attorney says Warren investigation contributes to record pace of weapons indictments
The April 17 completion of a 10-month Warren drug and guns investigation resulting in charges against 97 people helped put the United States Attorney’s Office on a record pace for firearm indictments.
Diners at Time's Square agree ... the pies have it
Dinners at Time’s Square are nothing fancy, just homemade and good. It’s like Thanksgiving every day.
Owner of private prison, Youngstown end tax feud
Editorial: The legal clash between Youngstown city government and Corrections Corporation of America, owner of
Rising tax revenue eases pressure for budget cuts
Associated Press WASHINGTON Rising tax receipts are shrinking the federal deficit, and that will
Cleveland house where women were held to be demolished
Associated Press CLEVELAND The nonprofit responsible for today’s scheduled demolition of the
US evacuates embassy staff in Yemen
Associated Press SANAA, Yemen Yemen was thrust back into the forefront of the international
End to Summers
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GE scraps plans for plant
Associated Press AURORA, Colo. General Electric Co. is permanently scrapping plans to build the
Selected local stocks
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Last-minute political fog
Opinion: St. Paul (Minn.) Pioneer Press: Minnesota’s new $15.6 billion education funding bill includes a
Hard to beat broccoli
Hard to beat broccoli If you’re looking for delicious ways to bring more nutrition to the family
Police continue to probe robbery
Police continue to probe robbery AUSTINTOWN Police continue investigating a robbery that
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Liberty trustees special meeting at noon Thursday
Liberty Township trustees will have a special meeting at noon today at Trustee Stan Nudell’s residence, 5690 Logan Arms, because of his recent surgery.
Youngstown teachers authorize negotiators to issue strike notice
The Youngstown Education Association, the union representing Youngstown City Schools teachers, has authorized its negotiating team to issue a 10-day intent-to-strike notice.
New dog exercise area at Trumbull kennel being dedicated Wednesday
Trumbull County commissioners will have a dedication ceremony at 1 p.m. today for the new exercise area at the county dog kennel, 7501 Anderson Ave.
Youngstown man charged with threatening friend over money
Youngstown man charged with threatening friend over money
NTSB: Capt. took command before NY landing accident
NTSB: Capt. took command before NY landing accident
Huntington Bank, branches stop accepting property-tax, utility payments Sept. 1
Huntington Bank, branches stop accepting property-tax, utility payments Sept. 1
Local Dems criticize Gov. Kasich and his JobsOhio agency
Local Dems criticize Gov. Kasich and his JobsOhio agency
Mahoning Co. officials debate leaf composting funding
Mahoning Co. officials debate leaf composting funding
Crime novelist Elmore Leonard suffers stroke
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Powerball jackpot to be near $400M for Wednesday drawing
Powerball jackpot to be near $400M for Wednesday drawing
Northern Calif. hardware clerk stabbed to death
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University of Cincinnati selling president's residence
University of Cincinnati selling president's residence
Newtown report expected to be released in fall
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W. Pa. mayor marries gay men with E. Pa. license
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Bank of America cutting 209 from W. Pa. call center
Bank of America cutting 209 from W. Pa. call center
Evacuation lifted for some near La. derailment
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Man arrested in Pittsburgh eatery shooting
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Pa. State Police: No foul play in death of man found in New Castle quarry pond
Pa. State Police: No foul play in death of man found in New Castle quarry pond
Maj. Hassan: Evidence will show 'I am the shooter'
Maj. Hassan: Evidence will show 'I am the shooter'
Youngstown figures into U.S. Attorney’s illegal firearms indictments
Youngstown figures into U.S. Attorney’s illegal firearms indictments The United States Attorney’s
Police: New Castle woman harassed ex with 1,200 calls
Police: New Castle woman harassed ex with 1,200 calls NEW CASTLE, Pa. (AP) — Police have charged a
Man hammered dad before stealing drug money
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2 boys killed after python escapes store in Canada
2 boys killed after python escapes store in Canada CAMPBELLTON, New Brunswick (AP) - Autopsies
Youngstown and Austintown set Night Out events tonight
Youngstown and Austintown set Night Out events tonight A National Night Out parade is set for
Challenges face Bezos as he buys Washington Post
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Fort Hood trial brings together attacker, victims
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School board plans closed session for contract negotiations update
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US military evacuates embassy personnel from Yemen
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Penn State student sues landlord over hot shower
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Boy dies after serving as parents’ best man
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REUNIONS
Chaney High School Class of 1959 will meet for breakfast at 9:30 a.m. Aug. 13 at Davidson’s in
A.C.T.I.O.N. will sponsor golf outing at Knoll Run
A.C.T.I.O.N. golf outing set for Aug. 16 at Knoll Run Golf Course in Lowellville.
Butler will uncork The Art of Wine
Wines and pairings should make for an elegant evening at the Butler.
Wolves' golf outing will fund scholarships
An Italian-American organization fosters higher education in the Valley.
Will fast-food protest spur higher minimum wage?
Terrance Wise has two jobs in Kansas City — one at a burger joint, a second at a pizza restaurant — but he says his paychecks aren’t enough to buy shoes for his three daughters and insure his 15-year-old car.
Liberty resident voices wireless water health concerns
Girard Law Director says that the city will "not implement an opt-out program"
Tribe’s Perez blows lead in ninth inning
The Indians missed a chance to pull within two games of Detroit in the AL Central.
Steelers’ Smith gives special teams a boost
The fiery special teams coach is back in his hometown after 30 years in the business.
Austintown has traffic plan for new schools
The superintendent is confident the traffic plan will be able to safely get parents and buses in and out.
Tiratto gets the gold in his golden years
He won a gold medal in his age group in pickleball at the recent National Senior Games.
Gateway Grant success stories
To qualify, students must begin attending EGCC full time by the fall after graduating from a high school in Mahoning, Trumbull or Columbiana county.
League suspends A-Rod, 12 others
Defiant till the end, Alex Rodriguez is intent on evading baseball’s most sweeping punishment since the Black Sox scandal.
Poland native Marino excels at Ironman
She placed fourth in her age group at the Lake Placid event on July 28.
Oil and gas industry turns attention to Upper Devonian shale formation
The formation, just above the Marcellus, is an emerging shale play
Richardson practices, unclear for Thursday
Associated Press berea Browns running back Trent Richardson returned to practice Monday. However
Convicted killer commits suicide at state pen
There was a deal on the table 30 years ago that would have take the death penalty away from Billy Slagle.
Woman gets bond reduced, allowed no contact with children
Woman gets bond reduced, allowed no contact with children
Seasons of five small-screen series will become available today on DVD. They are:
Seasons of five small-screen series will become available today on DVD. They are: v “The Borgias”
Judge extends order on voter ID rules
By ANN SANNER Associated Press COLUMBUS A federal judge extended a 2010 court decree that
FDA defining what ‘gluten free’ means
By MARY CLARE JALONICK Associated Press WASHINGTON A label that reads “gluten free” will now
Group health insurance created to appease ‘Commie symps’
Opinion: Group health insurance created to appease ‘Commie symps’ Why did many American businesses
One Warren death ruled homicide, other one called ‘murder’
One Warren death ruled homicide, other one called ‘murder’
Warrants issued for city man
Warrants issued for city man youngstown State troopers with the Ohio State Highway Patrol
Report: Beating victim died of natural causes
Report: Beating victim died of natural causes Associated Press CINCINNATI The recent death of
Envoys visit jailed Brotherhood leader
Envoys visit jailed Brotherhood leader CAIRO Top U.S., European and Arab envoys visited a jailed
Boardman’s Jones headed to Cincinnati
Boardman’s Jones headed to Cincinnati BOARDMAN Boardman High School graduate Nathan Jones will
Amazon founder Bezos to buy Washington Post
Associated Press WASHINGTON Jeff Bezos, the Amazon.com founder who helped bring books into the
Victim, family appear at Cleveland parade
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Al-Qaida chief’s message led to embassy closures
Associated Press WASHINGTON An intercepted secret message between al-Qaida chief Ayman al-
Sentencing continued for Teddy's mom
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A sentencing date today for the mother who is accused of allowing her
Warren gets $1.1M in CDBG funds
Trumbull County and the city will share $443,687 in HOME program grants
State Controlling Board OKs cleanup equipment
The Rootstown site is slated to become part of the Northeastern Ohio Medical University, but the state must first deal with petroleum products that were dumped in the past.
Police recover stolen truck; driver arrested
Police recover stolen truck; driver arrested LIBERTY Police recovered a stolen Nissan Titan on
Help Hotline training classes
Help Hotline training classes YOUNGSTOWN Help Hotline Crisis Center Inc. is offering free
Transient with jail record held in rampage
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The man suspected of being behind the wheel of a sedan that
A vote for online registration is a vote for democracy in Ohio
Editorial: Ensuring easy and efficient access to the ballot box has long been a hallmark of a vibrant
Penney hires new marketing chief
Associated Press NEW YORK J.C. Penney Co. has hired an executive from the mac-and-cheese world
TV comics increasingly look to Obama for gags
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK President Barack Obama, the joke’s on you. A
Lab-grown hamburger short on flavor, taste testers say
Associated Press LONDON The food of the future could do with a pinch of seasoning — and maybe
birthdays
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Selected local stocks
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Does chocolate prevent sunburn?
Q. I’ve recently read that dark chocolate can help the skin resist the ultraviolet rays of the sun
Police: Fliers offering marijuana are fake
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio city has been blasted with offensive and misleading fliers
Youngstown man charged by feds in stolen machine gun case
Youngstown man charged by feds in stolen machine gun case
oddly enough
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Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown Records Retention Commission, 9 a.m., Law Library, fourth floor, city
Rust Belt youth theater to present original musical
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Rust Belt Theater Company Studio for Young Actors will present its
Ohio State Fair breaks attendance record
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio State Fair has set a new attendance record after more than
Candlelight vigil honors slain Sikhs
Associated Press OAK CREEK, Wis. Hundreds of people gathered Monday night to mark the one-year
NYC to high court: Review ban ruling
NYC to high court: Review ban ruling NEW YORK The state’s highest court should consider New York
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MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
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The plight of fast-food workers
Opinion: Kansas City Star: Hundreds of low-paid fast-food workers and their supporters boisterously demanded
IDC: Tablet shipments slow with no new iPad release
Associated Press NEW YORK Worldwide shipments of tablet computers slowed down in the second
Growth in service sector increases on new orders
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. service companies expanded in July at the fastest pace since
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Obama to urge Congress to shutter Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac
Obama to urge Congress to shutter, Fannie, Freddie
Dodgeball tourney later this month at Girard High School
Dodgeball tourney later this month at Girard High School
Traffic plan for Austintown's new schools will work, superintendent says
Traffic plan for Austintown's new schools will work, superintendent says
Mahoning County Solid Waste Management District meets Tuesday morning
Mahoning County Green Team meets Tuesday morning
Consolidation talks for Mahoning County, Youngstown health depts. on hold
Consolidation talks for Mahoning County, Youngstown health depts. on hold
UPDATE | A-Rod suspended through 2014; others suspended by MLB for drugs
A-Rod suspended through 2014
Man, 73, to be tried in abduction, assault of girl
Man, 73, to be tried in abduction, assault of girl LANCASTER, Pa. (AP) — A Lancaster County man
Former military chief gets life sentence in Turkey
Former military chief gets life sentence in Turkey ISTANBUL (AP) — In a landmark trial, scores of
Woman to trial on toddler drowning charges
Woman to trial on toddler drowning charges INDIANA, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania woman has
US court: PA school can’t ban ‘boobies’ bracelets
US court: PA school can’t ban ‘boobies’ bracelets PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A U.S. appeals court won’t
State agency nixing gas wastewater plant planned in W. Pa.
State agency nixing gas wastewater plant planned in W. Pa. CREEKSIDE, Pa. (AP) — State regulators
Feds contest embezzler’s request for release
Feds contest embezzler’s request for release ST. MARYS, Pa. (AP) — Federal prosecutors are
Woman gets bond reduced, allowed no contact with children
Woman gets bond reduced, allowed no contact with children youngstown A Beaver Township woman
Tax collector can avoid jail with restitution
Tax collector can avoid jail with restitution UNIONTOWN, Pa. (AP) — A former southwestern
Youngstown man charged by feds in stolen machine gun case
Youngstown man charged by feds in stolen machine gun case Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A city
US official visits senior Egypt Islamist in jail
US official visits senior Egypt Islamist in jail CAIRO (AP) — A top U.S. diplomat met with a
Warren police continue to probe two deaths
Warren police continue to probe two deaths Staff report WARREN Police continue to probe the
A-Rod can play during suspension appeal
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State Dept: Posts in 19 countries to remain closed
State Dept: Posts in 19 countries to remain closed WASHINGTON (AP) — Amid online “chatter” about
Gunfire hits cars in Pa. church lot during service
Gunfire hits cars in Pa. church lot during service CHESTER, Pa. (AP) — Gunfire erupted outside a
Police: Handcuffed suspect stole cruiser
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Autopsy set on man’s body found in quarry pond near Volant
Autopsy set on man’s body found in quarry pond near Volant VOLANT, Pa. (AP) — An autopsy has been
WORTH A LOOK
BINGO, CARD PARTIES Bethlehem Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America will present
Committee awards five scholarships
Committee awards five scholarships SEBRING The Collins Scholarship Selection Committee has
Boardman’s Bronco
On July 28, Steve Vallos was playing with his two kids in his Seattle home when he got the phone call he’d been waiting on for six months.
OHIO Organic farms draw international volunteers
Knees firmly bent down, Sean Smith smiled as he started feeding a brood of chickens out of a Coors Light plastic pitcher filled with grain and seeds.
Boy Scout's event serves foreign country
Nick Crescimanno did not stop running around on Sunday because he was too busy doing what he does best: serving others. The 17-year-old recent Canfield High School graduate and boy scout of Troop 115 in Canfield was finally able to visibly see what he accomplished on Sunday at his “Yell for the Well” Eagle Scout project after months of planning and preparation.
Scam targeting residents of NE Ohio
Callers are claiming to be from Dominion East Ohio and offering a lower utility rate
Bigfoot researchers plan session
Staff report Leetonia Researchers from Ohio’s Genoskwa Project, a Bigfoot research group, will
Over-the-phone interpretation of 200 languages provided
Interpretation services offered for patients and their families
Youngstown Metro in top 10 for potential economic growth
Efforts of NAMII a big factor in growth potential ranking
According to surveillance video, driver accelerated onto boardwalk
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The driver parked outside a hotel and surveyed the leisurely
Ohio killer set for execution found hanged in cell
Associated Press CLEVELAND A man condemned to death for fatally stabbing a neighbor during a
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CAL RIPKEN 11U REGIONAL TOURNAMENT Mill Creek 5, Homewood (Ill.) 4 GALESBURG, ILL. Homewood
Tea party plans to abandon former darlings from GOP
Associated Press MIAMI This wasn’t the revolution the tea party had in mind. Four years ago,
Ohio Lottery sites get makeovers to increase sales
Associated Press CLEVELAND The Ohio Lottery, the reliable betting outlet in Ohio for decades, is
Fourth-best city for baby boomers, 2013, www.lifegoesstrong.com
Fourth-best city for baby boomers, 2013, www.lifegoesstrong.com First in the nation for population
QUOTABLE MICHAEL BRANTLEY, Indians left fielder, on this week’s four-game series against the first-place Tigers:
“We’ve got to defend our home territory. We’ll see where we stand.”
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Report: NW Ohio online school closes amid scrutiny
Associated Press TOLEDO A northwest Ohio university has announced plans to close its online
City school board to meet Tuesday
City school board to meet Tuesday youngstown The Youngstown city school board will meet in
Powerball jackpot climbs to $400M
Powerball jackpot climbs to $400M des moines, iowa No one hit the Powerball jackpot this
mlb roundup | Sunday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Tigers 3, White Sox 2 12 innings DETROIT Torii Hunter hit an RBI single in the
Port authority earns stripes from pact with Penn National
Editorial: Last fall, with members of the Western Reserve Port Authority board embroiled in a battle over the
Peace talks waste of time
Opinion: Egypt is in turmoil again. Syria is embroiled in civil war. Iran continues building a nuclear
Prisoners demand an end to solitary
Opinion: By David A. LOVE McClatchy-Tribune A hunger strike taking place in the California prison system
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Can FDA police importers of food?
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords In a 1968 comedy called “The Secret War of Harry Frigg,” Paul
ROBERT W. FISHER
ROBERT W. FISHER ACCUSED OF UNLAWFUL FLIGHT TO AVOID PROSECUTION, MURDER, ARSON Height: 6’
Who has the SONG of the SUMMER?
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK You’re listening to it on the way to the beach, or
video game review
‘pikmin 3’ Grade: B Details: Nintendo, for Wii U; $59.999 Since the arrival of the Wii U eight
JENNIE M. STANO
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CORY GOOCH
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The top five concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
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Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Girard City Council, special meeting, 4 p.m., council chambers, justice center,
We must take hate seriously
Opinion: By Amitabh Pal McClatchy-Tribune One year after the Sikh temple massacre in Oak Creek, Wis., we
FEE BATTLE Time Warner, CBS draw viewers into spat
Associated Press NEW YORK CBS and Time Warner Cable can’t work out their differences, so they
Lewis’ 2nd LPGA major comes at St. Andrews
Lewis’ 2nd LPGA major comes at St. Andrews ST. ANDREWS, Scotland Stacy Lewis had another big
IBT Media will buy Newsweek
IBT Media will buy Newsweek new york Newsweek is being sold for the second time in just a few
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
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You might see some deer playing night golf
The Par 3 Golf Course at Mill Creek Park offers lighted night play from 8 to 11 p.m. Thursday through Sunday nights.
Offshore drilling no panacea
Opinion: The Herald, Rock Hill, S.C.: South Carolinans ought to be skeptical of any proposal that touts
San Diego mayor begins his therapy
Associated Press SAN DIEGO Therapists say admitting one has a problem is the first step toward
SEVENTH HEAVEN? How the 2007 7th-round picks have fared
LB Oscar Lua, Patriots: Never appeared in a game CB Courtney Brown, Cowboys: Out of the league
Riding with …
Riding with … Dave Blaney Sunday: The Trumbull County native finished 23rd in Sunday’s
ODDLY ENOUGH
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Official: HSBC drops several London missions
Associated Press LONDON HSBC bank has told dozens of foreign missions in London that it will
SPORTS BY THE NUMBERS 15 Source: National League
Wins needed by the Pittsburgh Pirates to avoid their 21st consecutive losing season. The Pirates
NYC MAYOR’S RACE Pundits: Why won’t Weiner just leave?
Associated Press NEW YORK Why doesn’t Anthony Weiner just quit? It’s a question angry voters,
Security tightens at some US missions over al-Qaida
Associated Press SANAA, Yemen Security forces closed roads, put up extra blast walls and
Ohio, most other states consider regulation of drones over US skies
Associated Press CINCINNATI Thousands of civilian drones are expected in U.S. skies within a few
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Youngstown metro ranks in top 10 for economic-growth potential
Youngstown metro ranks in top 10 for economic-growth potential A business publication has named
Valley residents warned about scam
Valley residents warned about scam A scam has been circulating in Northeast Ohio in which callers
Children honor Millers for their 70th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN The children of William and Elizabeth Miller of Youngstown honored their parents by
Higginses’ 50th celebration set for Aug. 9 and 10
NEWTON FALLS Shirl and Doris Higgins of Newton Falls will celebrate their 50th anniversary Aug. 9
Couches, family mark milestone at Dutch Village
Couches, family mark milestone at Dutch Village COLUMBIANA A celebration Aug. 3 in the Legacy
HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY | Helen Theresa (Sedlacko) Cipkala
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Kiwanis prepares for Aug. convention
Kiwanis prepares for Aug. convention CANFIELD Kiwanis of Western Mahoning County will be
GARDEN CLUBS
TUESDAY Ikebana will have a club picnic and plant exchange. WEDNESDAY Men’s Garden Club of
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Auxiliary Seniors will meet at 12:30 p.m. Aug. 20 in the Great Hall at St. Nicholas Church on
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, open exercise at
Date is growing close for horticulture show
Fellows Riverside Gardens will be the site of an annual horticulture show.
DQ Blizzard purchases Thursday will benefit children's hospitals
Dairy Queen and Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals are celebrating DQ Miracle Treat Day on Thursday, when $1 or more of every Blizzard Treat purchased at participating Dairy Queen locations during store hours will be donated to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, including Akron Children’s Hospital in Akron and Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley.
I-376 resurfacing to start Aug. 19
About 4.4 miles of Interstate 376 in Shenango Township, Mercer County, will be resurfaced this year between the Interstate 80 interchange and the Lawrence County line, PennDOT has announced.
YSU QB Kurt Hess has unfinished business
He’ll likely graduate with every passing record in school history but it won’t mean as much if he can’t make the playoffs.
Warren councilman says teen's killing shows ease of getting guns
City council president says the death shows how ‘easy it is for teenagers to get guns’
Labor unions, UW give injured Canfield man his freedom
Wheelchair ramp built in a day by union volunteers
FBS split could hurt FCS, YSU
If the top half of the FBS goes its own way, it could create a perception that the FCS is little more than Division I’s third tier.
Ursuline students help children Keep Smart over summers
Ursuline student starts summer learning program for Youngstown youth
PUTTIN’ on the DOG at annual Canfield show
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com CANFIELD It won’t be long before the Canfield Fair shows its
Canfield softball opens regional with a win
The Cardinals scored three runs in the final inning to beat Indiana.
International Latino Food festival is Friday in Youngstown
The event will offer a variety of international Latino foods, soft drinks and beer for sale.
Whitenack, Heller help Scrappers win
Juan Romero hit his fourth homer of the season for Mahoning Valley.
Warren’s Hall defeats Fullers
Warren’s Hall defeats Fullers MIAMI, OKLA. Warren Harding High graduate Marco Hall stayed
METRO DIGEST || CASA volunteers needed in Mahoning County
Volunteers needed YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Juvenile Court’s court-appointed special-
METRO DIGEST || Apply to military academies
Military-academy applications WASHINGTON U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Avon, is encouraging Ohio
Youngstown Italian fest feast of food, entertainment
Amber and Tara Fant, 8, of Youngstown take a spin on a carnival ride at the annual Greater Youngstown Italian-American Festival in downtown Youngstown. The annual fest concludes at 11 tonight.
area lawmakers
area lawmakers A list of addresses and phone numbers for state representatives and senators and
Brazil opens door for return of the accused killer of Hoerig
Editorial: There’s a glimmer of hope today that the seven-year ordeal of bringing to justice the accused killer
How to buy a coffee maker
You can spend $200 or more for a coffee maker with interactive displays and the stainless
InfoCision looks to hire 35 workers
InfoCision looks to hire 35 workers boardman InfoCision is looking to hire 35 call-center
Attack kills 9 Afghans
Attack kills 9 Afghans kabul Three suicide bombers tried to attack the Indian consulate in an
Puskas: Tribe, Bucs keeping us interested
The two teams have managed to hold their own during the start of football season.
Smell of success: Kids’ book a real gas
Smell of success: Kids’ book a real gas HUNTINGTON, Ind. A children’s book being created by a
5-year-old cancer survivor scores TD for Browns
It capped Cleveland’s “Family Night” practice, which drew more than 24,000 people.
Rat Pack tribute show will return
Staff report BOARDMAN The Rat Pack will return Sept. 21 for a show at The Georgetown, 5945 South
Former OSU WR Carter part of 7-man HOF class
The former Ohio State Buckeye followed Jonathan Ogden, Dave Robinson, Larry Allen, Bill Parcells, Curley Culp and Warren Sapp.
Dems nervous about health plan
Associated Press MILWAUKEE Democratic governors say they are nervous about getting the new
Oil companies frack in coastal waters
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Companies prospecting for oil off California’s coast have used
‘Masters of Sex’ takes explicit look at pair
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. There’s so much sex depicted on a new
Selected local stocks
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One-man show in Motown reality check for residents
Opinion: DETROIT Gazing from the 14th floor toward the city center and the fragile sprouts of urban
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Fine crafts festival returns
The event is under new ownership but will remain the same Staff report COLUMBIANA The Shaker
Military executions prove rare
Associated Press DALLAS Hundreds of unarmed soldiers, some about to deploy to Afghanistan, were
Ohio State University returns $1 million in overcharges to students
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio State University has refunded $1 million to 20,000 summer-school
Ask Mr. Know It All
Q. Back in the 1950s, there was a quiz show called “Haggis Baggis” on TV. Do you know how long it
Black lawmakers oppose gun plan
Associated Press COLUMBUS A group of black lawmakers in Ohio is circulating petitions to help
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS columbiana COUNTY New complaints Seven Seventeen Credit Union v. DPS Penn et al,
Social-media company wants to help small business prosper
IdentityBlend tries to help business create a conversation online with potential customers
Judge Sweeney’s stiff sentence reinforces basic judicial ideals
Editorial: In one seemingly small sentenc- ing decision last month, Mahoning County Common Pleas Court Judge
salem community theatre Acting is divine in ‘Hairspray’
By David L. MUNNELL entertainment@vindy.com SALEM I believe there are few people left in this
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Michigan man is arrested in burglary attempt of Kid Rock home DETROIT Tips from the
GOLF LEAGUES
MEN Jednota Golf League (Knoll Run Golf Course) — Low Score: Chuck Dubos 38, Digger Graves 39,
Avalon tennis team places eighth
They played in the 14-and-under division at the United States Tennis Association Midwest Regional.
MINI-COOPERSTOWN
GREEN DIAMOND GALLERY MINI-COOPERSTOWN Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ohio Shoeless Joe
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Lordstown Village Council, caucus at 6 p.m., followed by regular meeting, village
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES VETERANS Marine reunion YOUNGSTOWN Marine Lt. Col. David D. Morgan, commanding
August
August Today — Bloody Mary Open at Tam O’Shanter of Pennsylvania Shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. Call
Frack protesters: Facts or farce?
Opinion: It’s not often that you show up to a news event and find that you’re part of the news. Don’t Frack
Black Ohio lawmakers oppose stand-your-ground bill
Black Ohio lawmakers oppose stand-your-ground bill Eds: Updates with quotes from lawmakers,
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one
Justin Meserve of Boardman aced the 132-yard No. 7 at Rolling Hills Golf Course on June 15. He used
Don’t expect Youngstown lawmakers to do right
Opinion: Warning: Holding your breath in the hope that Youngstown City Council acts on proposed charter
ROSEMOND: Grandparents should known when to back off
McClatchy Newspapers Q. Our daughter and son-in-law have consented to be the guardians of our
State law makes JobsOhio ethics complaint moot
Associated Press COLUMBUS An ethics complaint filed against Ohio Gov. John Kasich’s privatized
Outdoor dining
These pictures were submitted for this month’s Outdoor Dining feature to observe National Picnic
BUSY BLUEBIRDS
BUSY BLUEBIRDS By Kathy Van Mullekom Daily Press (Newport News, Va.) When my husband, Ken,
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
accounting Matthew Henderson and Bryan Visingardi have accepted positions at the associate level
Youngstown native publishes how-to book for brides over forty
"Marrying Later in Life" combines big questions and how-to lists for a complete guide to marraige
Make your own cards with help from craft book
Make your own cards with help from craft book A handwritten note takes on extra meaning when the
HANDS ON | Volunteering
HandsOn Volunteer Network of the Valley, engaging 21st-century volunteers to improve civic health
Today in history
Today is Sunday, Aug. 4, the 216th day of 2013. There are 149 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Blaney wins Trucks race with assist from dad
The 19-year-old drove a Ford into Victory Lane in the Truck Series for the first time in four years.
City Bill of Rights aims to help residents, not hurt businesses
Opinion: City Bill of Rights aims to help residents, not hurt businesses Your opinion piece of July 29
Greatest Scramble challenge Calendar
New this year to Farmers National Bank’s Greatest Golfer of the Valley is the addition of the Miller
Orders accepted Thursday for Smart Choice Food program
Boxes range in price from $18 to $38 and include meat, vegetables, convenience meals, kids box, sausage box, grill box and pork chop box.
Saturday, August 3 (89 stories)
Warren council president: Park shooting illustrates ease of kids getting guns
An 18-year-old girl’s death, which occurred at a birthday party at Perkins Park, is a dangerous example of how “easy it is for teenagers to get guns” and the deadly consequences, says Bob Dean, city council president.
This fest is Italian, but not completely
One of the main draws of the Greater Youngstown Italian Festival is the food.
Hundreds of dogs, dozens of product vendors at Canfield Fairgrounds this weekend
It won’t be long before the Canfield Fairgrounds shows its longtime traditional fair side, but for now, Fox terriers and French bulldogs, not Ferris wheels, dominate the landscape.
CASA volunteers needed in Mahoning County Juvenile Court
The Mahoning County Juvenile Court’s court-appointed special advocate program is seeking volunteers.
Columbiana County woman killed in auto accident in Pa.
Columbiana County woman killed in auto accident in Pa. HANOVER, PA. A 31-year-old East Liverpool
Ryan Blaney wins Truck Series race at Pocono Raceway
Ryan Blaney wins Truck Series race at Pocono Raceway.
Kendall-Leon vows set for September 28
Amber Louise Wawece Kendall and Luis Leon Jr., both of Austintown, and their parents are announcing
Klingensmith, Klein wedding date set in Sept.
CANFIELD Elizabeth Klingensmith of Boardman and James Klingensmith of Canfield,are announcing the
Shirley Benish, Matthew Baker set Bermuda rite
AUSTINTOWN Shirley Benish and Matthew Baker, both of Austintown, are announcing their engagement
Heckman-Getsy vows will be exchanged
Jeff and Rosemary Heckman of Boardman and Michael and Lucille Getsy of Canfield are announcing the
Hennessy-Matuz wedding set for September 13
YOUNGSTOWN Valerie Hennessy of Youngstown is announcing the engagement of her daughter, Valari
Vows will unite Sherry Dohar and Kevin Rosan
Sherry Dohar and Kevin Rosan, both of Hilliard, Ohio, are engaged and planning a September wedding.
Library will celebrate end of summer reading
Library will celebrate end of summer reading EAST PALESTINE The East Palestine Memorial Public
Ride Lake Glacier boat with your dogs at Friday Yappy Hour
Mill Creek Park’s Lake Glacier Boathouse will close its routine boat rental operations at 4 p.m. Friday for the MetroMutts Yappy Hour event and reopen at 11 a.m. Aug. 10.
Hubbard's National Night Out event at Harding Tuesday
Hubbard Township and Hubbard City police departments will host a free public event at Harding Park on Tuesday that is part of National Night Out, an event that involves more than 37 million people from 15,000 communities across the U.S.
Eagles’ Fletcher credits roots
Bradley Fletcher only makes it back to Youngstown a few times a year, but he said a big part of the Valley never leaves him.
Mystery peacock appears in Poland
The brilliantly colored tropical bird has been wandering near the James Place condo and villa community off Clingan Road.
'Take it or leave it' offers by some landmen leaves owners steamed
Eminiment domain threats being issued against some who resist offers for pipeline right of way access
Runner McCusker keeps testing his limits
Cory McCusker started running more than four years ago as a way to stay in shape.
Youngstown events director suspended after jazz fest complaints
Problems stem from complaints about city jazz festival
TCTC receives a national award
Staff report Champion Trumbull Career & Technical Center is the only Ohio recipient of the
ByceAuction to sell church properties
The former Immaculate Conception church and school will be auctioned Aug. 24. A preview is set Sunday.
Marlins rookie dominates Indians
Jose Fernandez struck out 14 to end the Indians’ eight-game winning streak.
Rockies’ Chacin shuts down Pirates
Colorado’s Troy Tulowitzki had a solo homer and an RBI single for Colorado.
New Fitch principal ready for growth
Chris Berni, new head principal at Austintown Fitch High School, is ‘a hometown guy’
Struthers High School welcomes Roger Day as new lead principal
Day previously served as assistant principal at Austintown Fitch High School
OPEN-MEETINGS LAWs 2 Putnam Co. officials: Don’t dismiss us
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Two Democratic members of the Putnam County Board of
Life is 'Sweet' for Struthers singer
Candace Campana, a 2009 Struthers High School graduate, a Youngstown State University student and an aspiring country music artist, has just released her first album, titled “Sweet.” The 22-year-old has been singing since she was 3, without the aid of any formal voice training.
Cortland dividend
Cortland dividend cortland Cortland Bancorp has declared a cash dividend of 3 cents per share,
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Greater Youngs-town Italian Fest, 3 to 11:30 p.m.: Vocalist
Kingdomites Biblical Dance Academy steps up study of special ministry
Debra Ingram heads the school that aims to give students a deeper understanding and revelation of how dance advances the kingdom of God.
Jobless rate in US falls to 7.4%
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. employers added 162,000 jobs in July, a modest increase and the
Camp meeting
Camp meeting girard Shiloh Full Gospel Church, 1310 Shannon Road, will host a camp meeting Aug.
YSU planetarium, CosmoQuest offer full-dome images
Staff report Youngstown Youngstown State University’s Ward Beecher Planetarium is partnering
Pilgrim virgin statue to be displayed Aug. 15-25 in Valley
Staff report The United Nations International Pilgrim Virgin Statue will be displayed Aug. 15-25
Steelers’ secondary looks to stay on top
The Steelers finished with the best pass defense in the NFL in 2012. And now they want to do it again.
Voting Rights Act fight begins
Opinion: Just hours after the Supreme Court struck down a key part of the Voting Rights Act, Texas Attorney
DeGeneres will host Academy Awards
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK Comic and daytime television host Ellen
GRADS LIST
The following students were awarded bachelor’s degrees, unless otherwise noted: KENT STATE
Walk/run aims to raise awareness, improve health of black men in Valley
Opinion: It is time for black men in the Mahoning Valley to take a more-proactive approach to their health
Holmgren visits Browns
When the former Cleveland Browns president found himself driving by the team’s training facility Friday, he couldn’t help but stop in.
Actor-comedian Joel McHale has a lot on his plate Soup-er man
By JOHN CARUCCI Associated Press NEW YORK There’s no stopping Joel McHale this summer. The
Feds, states want Apple to revamp e-book practices
Associated Press NEW YORK The Justice Department and 33 state attorneys general said Friday they
birthdays
birthdays Singer Tony Bennett is 87. Actor Martin Sheen is 73. Singer Beverly Lee of The Shirelles
75 Cleveland officers broke rules in deadly Nov. chase, officials say
Associated Press CLEVELAND A review of a deadly police chase in Cleveland last fall has found
Johnson wins Pocono pole
Jimmie Johnson needed multiple attempts to make it through pre-qualifying inspection, then set a track record.
Consumer spending up 0.5%
Associated Press WASHINGTON Consumers increased their spending in June at the fastest pace in
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses James P. Sudon, 23, of 244 Third St., Lowellville,
news shows
news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Gen. Martin Dempsey,
Man accused of shooting women gets $1.5M bond
Associated Press TIFFIN, Ohio A judge has set a $1.5 million bond for a man who authorities say
IndyCar drivers’ vacation over
Scott Dixon posted the fastest time in the morning session around the tricky 2.258-mile road course at Mid-Ohio.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Joseph and Laci Sox, Salem, boy, Aug. 1. Joshua and Eszter
Senators offer plan to save USPS
Senators offer plan to save USPS WASHINGTON Saturday mail delivery would be ended in a year and
Snowden has place to live in Russia, his lawyer says
Associated Press MOSCOW National Security Agency leaker Edward Snowden has a place to live in
METRO DIGEST || Closed for road work
Closed for road work YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County Engineer Patrick T. Ginnetti said Blosser Road
Vallourec names new senior officials
The changes will help grow the company's North American operations
Judge upholds Ohio couple’s ban from fair
Associated Press TOLEDO A federal judge’s decision will continue to keep a northwest Ohio couple
mlb roundup Friday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Orioles 11, Mariners 8 BALTIMORE Chris Davis hit his major league-leading 40th
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people this week on these charges. They will be
major league baseball boxscores
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Randall headed to play in Europe
Randall headed to play in Europe YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown native and Kennedy Catholic High graduate
Walk for water charity cut short
Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. After 5,000 miles and 18 months, Amy Russell is done walking.
Yes and no: Steve Howe steers clear of supergroup’s issues
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Yes guitarist Steve Howe isn’t going there. That is, he
Egyptian forces to cordon off protest sites
Associated Press CAIRO Authorities outlined plans Friday to break up two sit-ins by supporters
kingdomites academy | Focusing on biblical dance
Debra Ingram, director of the Bride of Christ Worship Team, founded the Kingdomites Biblical Dance
Suspension looms for A-Rod
Alex Rodriguez was back with the Trenton Thunder on Friday and hit what might be his last home run in a while.
US issues global travel warning
Associated Press WASHINGTON The United States issued an extraordinary global travel warning to
New Village in Youngstown restores hope, dignity, pride
Editorial: SEVENTY-five years ago, progres- sive-spirited first lady Eleanor Roosevelt came to Youngstown to
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, Aug. 3, the 215th day of 2013. There are 150 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
International presiding prelate of C.O.G.I.C. to visit Valley
Staff report warren The Right Rev. Charles E. Blake, international presiding prelate of the
KSU Trumbull adds MPH degree
Staff report Champion Kent State University College of Public Health is announcing the
Selected local stocks
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Kasich winning money race
Opinion: COLUMBUS Random thoughts after reviewing campaign contributions reported by candidates, causes and
Miss. law requires cord blood from some teen moms
Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. If a girl younger than 16 gives birth and won’t name the father,
newsmakers
newsmakers NBC’s Brian Williams will have surgery NEW YORK NBC News anchor Brian Williams will
Learning center marks 30 years
Learning center marks 30 years Boardman The Hitchcock Woods Learning Center in Boardman will
Official: Ohio man should be in prison for slaying
Associated Press AKRON New DNA tests that led to the release of a former police captain
Coitsville man admitted downloading child porn, affidavit says
Paul C. Schumacher, 50, of Hop Drive, remains in federal detention on a child pornography charge.
Friday, August 2 (151 stories)
Missing Liberty man hospitalized after crash
A 37-year-old township man who went missing Thursday afternoon was found 24 hours later.
Boardman girls win state title
Boardman's 10-11 softball beat Tallmadge to clinch a state championship.
Calif. prison chief meets with inmate advocates
Calif. prison chief meets with inmate advocates SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Advocates for inmates on
Chinese immigrant pleads guilty in baby’s death
Chinese immigrant pleads guilty in baby’s death INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — A Chinese immigrant charged
Ark. school official: Hiding from gunman ‘failed policy’
Ark. school official: Hiding from gunman ‘failed policy’ CLARKSVILLE, Ark. (AP) — The
Phone company ordered to pay Calif. $24M in fees
Phone company ordered to pay Calif. $24M in fees LOS ANGELES (AP) — California’s public utilities
Md. lawsuit arising from death in Aruba dropped
Md. lawsuit arising from death in Aruba dropped GREENBELT, Md. (AP) — An American Express
Memphis woman says voices told her to stab 2 sons
Memphis woman says voices told her to stab 2 sons MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — A mother charged with
3 teens charged in death of Minnesota woman, 79
3 teens charged in death of Minnesota woman, 79 MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Three teens have been charged
Govs warn Washington against fiscal inaction
Govs warn Washington against fiscal inaction MILWAUKEE (AP) — The nation’s governors have a
Veterans sue city in NY that ordered flag down
Veterans sue city in NY that ordered flag down WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (AP) — A veterans group has
Boardman 10-11 team plays tonight
Boardman-Tallmadge softball game is set for 6 p.m. today in Bucyrus.
Woman killed in Warren fire
First fire fatality in city in '13 Staff report WARREN A 41-year-old woman was killed in a
Atty: Okla. girl will be devastated if moved to SC
Atty: Okla. girl will be devastated if moved to SC OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A Cherokee Nation attorney
Jury recommends life sentences for Somali pirates
Jury recommends life sentences for Somali pirates NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — A jury has recommended that
US employers add 162K jobs; unemployment rate falls to 7.4 pct.
US employers add 162K jobs; unemployment rate falls to 7.4 pct. WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. employers
Arrest made in Loveland Road homicide
Police: shooting over cough syrup and heroin Police say a dispute over trading cough syrup for
Conneaut Lake Park amusement park open despite beach club fire
Conneaut Lake Park amusement park open despite beach club fire
Pa. county defends granting gay marriage licenses
Pa. county defends granting gay marriage licenses NORRISTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Lawyers asked a state
AP: Tenured Ohio prof sues University of Cincinnati
AP: Tenured Ohio prof sues University of Cincinnati
DA: Woman forged neighbor’s will, stole house
DA: Woman forged neighbor’s will, stole house PITTSBURGH (AP) — A county prosecutor says a western
Pro-Morsi supporters in Egypt start new vigil
Pro-Morsi supporters in Egypt start new vigil CAIRO (AP) - Supporters of Egypt’s ousted President
Child's backyard carnival Sunday in New Middletown benefits Rescue Mission
Child's backyard carnival Sunday in New Middletown benefits Rescue Mission
Ohio crime lab gets about 3,300 untested rape kits
Ohio crime lab get about 3,300 untested rape kits
Prosecutor: Ohio man should be in prison for slaying
Prosecutor: Ohio man should be in prison for slaying
US issues global travel alert, citing al-Qaida threat
US issues global travel alert, citing al-Qaida threat
Former Ohio woman captive says she knew she'd escape
Former Ohio woman captive says she knew she'd escape
Wellsville man dies in motorcycle collision near Lisbon
Wellsville man dies in motorcycle collision near Lisbon
Portion of Blosser Road in Beaver Township closed Monday for culvert replacement
Blosser Road in Beaver Township closed Monday for culvert replacement
US employers add 162K jobs, rate falls to 7.4 pct.
US employers add 162K jobs, rate falls to 7.4 pct.
Threat closes US embassies in Muslim world for day
Threat closes US embassies in Muslim world for day
Kings Island theme park in SW Ohio plans new thrill ride
Kings Island theme park in SW Ohio plans new thrill ride
Two vacant house fires in Youngstown
Two vacant house fires in Youngstown youngstown Firefighters battled fires at two vacant South
Sturgiss-Ostrode wedding plans are announced
Timothy and Michelle Sturgiss of Lowellville and Laurence and Susan Ostrode of Cortland are
Kari Haywood, Richard Lape set a wedding date
HUBBARD Richard T. Lape and Kari N. Haywood, both of Hubbard, are announcing their engagement.
CLUB CALENDAR
ATHLETIC GROUPS McDonald Baseball Association will meet at 6 p.m. Sunday in the community room at
Music festival set as benefit for Haiti
Music festival set as benefit for Haiti CANFIELD St. Michael Parish and Nick Crescimanno of Boy
Goodies opens in Liberty’s MetroPlex
Goodies Restaurant opened its doors to the public Thursday night, welcoming diners to its new location inside the MetroPlex on Belmont Avenue.
Northside hospital staff faces 77 layoffs
ValleyCare Health System of Ohio said it will lay off 77 full-time equivalent employees at Northside Medical Center including six or seven FTE registered nurses.
Playoffs or bust for YSU football team
The Penguins enter this fall with more excitement inside the program than outside.
Covelli Centre has a $205,857 operating surplus in 2nd quarter
The facility hosted 29 events with 64,000 people in those 3 months
Net gain: Avalon team in USTA tournament
The Avalon Golf and Country Club is sending its advanced youth team to the USTA’s Midwest Championships this weekend in Indianapolis.
Canfield set to begin quest for regional title
Canfield will begin pool play in the nine-team tournament with two games Saturday at Firestone Park in Akron
Wick, Wells projects downtown Youngstown hit snag
Wick Building owner wants more time to start its project
Heartland hires two new coaches
Keith Tate and Wesley Best take over Heartland’s basketball programs.
Goodness Invasion to give away school supplies to kids Aug. 10
The event at Covelli Centre will feature a distribution of backpacks, school supplies and food. On Federal Plaza East, a health-oriented block party is planned.
Sandlot roundup | Thursday’s games
LITTLE LEAGUE STATE TOURNAMENTS AGES 9-10 BASEBALL Dover 14, Canfield 12 HAMILTON
Raburn powers Tribe to sweep of ChiSox
Ryan Raburn homered twice and drove in four runs as the Indians, who have won 13 of 17, completed a four-game sweep of the reeling White Sox.
SPORTS DIGEST || Two locals in Junior PGA Championship
Two locals in Junior PGA Championship Haylee Harford of Leavittsburg and Blake Prince of East
Cards avoid 5-game sweep against Pirates
The Cardinals avoided their first sweep in a set of at least five games since 1916.
1-day deluge put Valley in Top 5 list of wettest Julys
More than half of the month’s rain fell on one day
Neighbors to fix home near blast
Wanda Mack looks at a damaged upstairs bedroom of her 539 Cohasset Drive home Thursday, the day after a house next door exploded and heavily damaged her home. In this room, the blast dislodged a ceiling fan, destroyed a television and scattered glass.
Rep. King’s comments toxic
Opinion: By Paul Ortiz McClatchy-Tribune Every American should be appalled by Iowa Rep. Steve King’s
Action flick is better than expected ‘2 Guns’ hits target
By Cary Darling Fort Worth Star-Telegram Judging from the trailers, “2 Guns” seems like the
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Greater Youngs-town Italian Festival,11 a.m. to 11 p.m.:
US set to close embassies for day in Muslim world
US set to close embassies for day in Muslim world WASHINGTON The United States is shuttering
Reggae Fest tickets are now on sale
Staff report GARRETTSVILLE The 22nd annual Midwest Reggae Festival will be Aug. 9-11 at Nelson
Selected local stocks
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Pontiff’s words that resonate
Opinion: WASHINGTON With five simple words, Pope Francis stopped us in our self-regarding, self-important
Activists stand in the way of N.Y. shale drilling
The anti-fracking movement has inspired a legion of people like Sue Rapp and Vera Scroggins
Researchers at OSU want to install, study oil and gas well
The university would conduct the research in Noble County
Mad Anthony is glad to be back
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Fans attending a show by hard-working rock ’n’ roll band
Sign of future success
Opinion: Aiken (S.C.) Standard: Fewer students in our state are giving up on a high school education, a
Dysfunctional House fails to pass comprehensive farm bill
Editorial: The House of Representatives left Washington, D.C., without sending a viable farm bill to the
Gulfport Energy increases acreage
Gulfport Energy increases acreage OKLAHOMA CITY Gulfport Energy reported in July that it has
Multi-million dollar ad campaign builds industry support
The American Petroleum Institute has long run positive adds on oil and gas operations in places like Ohio
Amish conflicted about perils, benefits of drilling
In parts of Ohio and Pennsylvania where horse-drawn buggies clip-clop at the pace of a bygone era, Amish communities are debating a new temptation — the large cash royalties that can come with the boom in oil and gas drilling.
Athens residents may vote on frack ban
Athens residents may vote on frack ban ATHENS Athens residents may be voting to ban hydraulic
Increased prices a concern with liquified natural gas exports
Would increased natural gas exports cause home heating costs to skyrocket?
Peer-reviewed article shines light on injection wells and earthquakes
William Ellsworth, writing for the journal Science, addresses a hotly contested issue
Halcon Field Services proposes gathering pipeline
In its path is a portion of the Girard Lakes properties
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Aug. 2, the 214th day of 2013. There are 151 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Liquified natural gas exports not expected to create demand for Utica
LNG exports offer much higher profits for natural gas producers who are netting little at domestic prices
An update on lawmaker action and other activities at the Ohio Statehouse related to horizontal
An update on lawmaker action and other activities at the Ohio Statehouse related to horizontal
COVELLI CENTRE
COVELLI CENTRE 2nd quarter finances Operating surpluses and losses for the Youngstown-owned
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing First United Methodist Church of West Austintown, 6749 Mahoning Ave.,
Cuba’s first solar farm a step toward renewables
Cuba’s first solar farm a step toward renewables CANTARRANA, Cuba It’s like a vision of the
Obama faces critics of NSA program
Associated Press WASHINGTON Struggling to salvage a massive surveillance program, President
YSU Roster breakdown
Returning offensive starters (6): QB Kurt Hess, WR Christian Bryan, WR Andrew Williams, WR Andre
Primary sources of revenue are local levies and state grants
Local levies and state grants main source of money
Commissioners back Coitsville sewer extension
The 2,600-foot sanitary sewer extension would enable construction of an aquatic facility at an organization serving disabled people.
Yell for the Well Festival is Sunday in Canfield
Seven local bands will perform for the Haiti fundraiser
Deals for Wheels program in effect through Aug. 31
Mahoning County Child Support Enforcement Agency is offering an opportunity to reinstate suspended driver’s licenses
Alternative Routes
Here are some of the ways to cross Interstate 680 without getting stuck in traffic at the I-680 and
Kiwanis Club adopts highway
The members of the Austintown Kiwanis Club recently voted to become involved in the Ohio Department
Motorists urged to take alternate route
By KALEA HALL khall@vindy.com The best advice for avoiding traffic congestion along U.S. Route
Guittar presented with scholarship
The Austintown Kiwanis Club recently presented a $500 scholarship to Sara Guittar, a 2013 Austintown
Hitchcock Woods celebrates 30 years
Hitchcock Woods Learning Center is celebrating 30 years of caring for children.
Boardman briefs
Soccer teams play for cancer The Boardman High School girls soccer team will play in the fourth
Austintown briefs
Benedict named best employee Michelle Benedict was recently named employee of the quarter for
Patrick joins law firm
Poland native Christopher R. Patrick has joined the law firm of Roth, Blair, Roberts, Strasfeld and
Alternative Routes
Here are some of the ways to cross Interstate 680 without getting stuck in traffic at the I-680 and
Canfield Athletic Boosters seek support
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield Athletic Boosters Inc. is currently
Poland Rotary to host car show
The Poland Rotary will host the fourth annual car show Aug. 11 from 3-6 p.m. at Poland United
Yellow Creak Theatre to feature “Notorious”
Yellow Creek Theatre in Poland will show “Notorious” on Aug. 9. The feature film stars Cary Grant,
Kids learn about Dino-mite Dinosaurs
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com Boys and girls – many wearing shirts with
Poland softball team defeats Boardman
In a stunning comeback, the Poland U10 softball team defeated a strong Boardman team by a score of
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Correction: Joseph R. Larkins II, 34, of 15502
Poland briefs
Local church to host senior fair Emmanual Community Church, located at 6512 Kirk Road in
Halcon's Lordstown well impresses analysts
The company reported some of the best results yet seen in the northern portion of the Utica
Budget plans imploding, Congress heads home
Associated Press WASHINGTON Leaving piles of unfinished business for the fall, Congress began
Drug scandal action expected on Monday
Associated Press NEW YORK Looming playoffs could force an end to negotiations in baseball’s
Race in 6th District looms
Opinion: The general election for the 6th Congressional District seat isn’t until November 2014, but it
Talk show to surface in ‘Shark Week’
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK Comic Josh Wolf may not want to hear the word
A modern Capone
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Al Capone was a bad boy. How bad? He cheated on his income taxes.
Steelers’ linebackers look to regain edge
Hamstring and ankle issues have forced LaMarr Woodley to miss nine of Pittsburgh’s last 24 games.
Historic club burns at Conneaut Lake Park
Associated Press CONNEAUT LAKE, Pa. Fire destroyed a restaurant and beach club at a 121-year-old
Snowden walks free in Russia to US anger
Associated Press MOSCOW Defying the United States, Russia granted Edward Snowden temporary
‘I’m not a monster, I’m sick,’ Castro says at sentencing
Associated Press CLEVELAND An Ohio man convicted of imprisoning three women in his house and
Can my property be seized for drilling by an oil and gas company?
Can my property be seized for drilling by an oil and gas company? While landowners enjoy rights
METRO DIGEST || Man dies after slip, fall in baggy pants
Man dies after slip, fall in baggy pants youngstown A man who police said may have fallen and
Spectra Energy begins to address questions regarding its OPEN pipeline
The company has announced that the pipeline will require one compressor station
YSU roundup
YSU roundup News and notes Solid start: Youngstown State held its first practice on Thursday, a
Canfield voters to face 5.9-mill tax levy
Staff report CANFIELD In a 4-0 vote, Canfield school board members approved the second reading
METRO DIGEST || Man enters wrong home
Man enters wrong home YOUNGSTOWN A man at a West Side home was arrested on a warrant early
Ankle and Foot Care Centers to host benefit golf outing
Ankle and Foot Care Centers will sponsor its annual golf benefit for the American Diabetes
Canfield briefs
Finish the Fight Festival Finish the Fight Festival, a fundraiser for the American Cancer
Canfield briefs
CVMS searchs for coach Canfield Village Middle School is searching for a seventh-grade girls
Sax trio performs on radio show
The seventh-grade Canfield Village Middle School sax trio performed on Saturday Light Brigade radio station July 11 in the Childrens Museum of Pittsburgh.
McAuley wins modeling competition
By ADRIENNE CRISSMAN acrisman@vindy.com Amanda McAuley won the 2013 Miss Ohio Teen Top Model
Aesop’s fables at the library
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com A group of actors from the Youngstown Playhouse
Thursday, August 1 (131 stories)
Man arrested in murder of Daniel Watkins
Police arrested 20-year-old Michael D. Brown of Youngstown in the aggravated murder of a Boardman man who was found shot in a Loveland Road driveway last week.
Charges reduced for Ohio teen in classroom brawl
Charges reduced for Ohio teen in classroom brawl CINCINNATI (AP) — A Cincinnati teenager has
Jazz artist Alton Merrell in concert tonight in Warren
Jazz artist Alton Merrell in concert tonight in Warren
Mahoning County Mental Health Board approves $7.3M budget
Mahoning County Mental Health Board approves $7.3M budget
Ohio man gets maximum 8-year sentence in fatal crash
Ohio man gets maximum 8-year sentence in fatal crash
Ex-Philly official blasts city at collapse hearing
Ex-Philly official blasts city at collapse hearing PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A former licenses and
US factory means buyers can customize Google phone
US factory means buyers can customize Google phone
Mahoning Co. commissioners back Coitsville sewer extension
Mahoning Co. commissioners back Coitsville sewer extension
Lawyers sum up their cases in Pa. voter ID trial
Lawyers sum up their cases in Pa. voter ID trial HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Lawyers summed up their
Mahoning CSEA offers suspended driver's license-renewal program in August
Mahoning CSEA offers suspended driver's license-renewal program in August
Fed court revives Pa. soldier electrocution suit
Fed court revives Pa. soldier electrocution suit PITTSBURGH (AP) — A federal appeals court has
UPDATE: Beach Club at historic Pa. amusement park burns
UPDATE: Beach Club at historic Pa. amusement park burns CONNEAUT LAKE, Pa. (AP) — Fire destroyed a
Bands perform Saturday at Columbiana arts festival
Bands perform Saturday at Columbiana arts festival
Archaeologists go back to historic Pa. cave
Archaeologists go back to historic Pa. cave PITTSBURGH (AP) — A team of archaeologists is doing a
Snowden leaves airport after Russia grants asylum
Snowden leaves airport after Russia grants asylum MOSCOW (AP) - National Security Agency leaker
Cleveland kidnapper: I’m not a monster, I’m sick
Cleveland kidnapper: I’m not a monster, I’m sick CLEVELAND (AP) - The man convicted of imprisoning
Cause of South Side house blast ruled arson
Cause of house blast ruled arson youngstown The cause of an explosion that leveled a 535
30 cameras to monitor football Hall of Fame events in Canton
30 cameras to monitor football Hall of Fame events in Canton
Beach Club at Conneaut Lake Park amusement park burns
Beach Club at Conneaut Lake Park amusement park burns
Pa. woman gets prison term in crash that killed beau
Pa. woman gets prison term in crash that killed beau
Ohio teacher pleads not guilty to sex charges with students
Ohio teacher pleads not guilty to sex charges with students
Police: Pa. boy, 12, robs lemonade stand with BB gun
Police: Pa. boy, 12, robs lemonade stand with BB gun
GM Cruze sets another sales record
GM Cruze sets another sales record For the third straight month, the Lordstown-built Chevrolet
Gay couples get married in Minnesota, Rhode Island
Get couples get married in Minnesota, Rhode Island
Hearing today in Ohio Guard officer sex-crimes case
Hearing today in Ohio Guard officer sex-crimes case
North Side bar hit by arsonist
North Side bar hit by arsonist youngstown Firefighters found a flammable substance was thrown
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Jason and Catherine (Crowe) MacCartney of Jacksonville, Fla., are announcing the birth of their
Library will feature classes on crocheting
Library will feature classes on crocheting LEETONIA Julie Jasiota will teach two crochet classes
‘Major’ development in Kokrak’s career
Warren JFK graduate Jason Kokrak will play in the PGA Championship next week.
Fitch graduate Gerberry in camp with Jaguars
Dan Gerberry attended a Jaguars minicamp in April and finally signed in May.
Brazil revokes citizenship of Valley fugitive Claudia Hoerig
Fled to native Brazil to avoid prosecution for husband’s murder
Youngstown cops urge 13 boys with records to turn lives around
Police say they are ‘tracking’ the boys
Former Harding football player to fight on ESPN2
Marco Hall (2-0-1) will meet Cody Fuller (0-1) in Miami, Okla.
ODOT announces 2015 go-ahead for Interstate 80 widening project
$116 million project will create jobs and growth opportunities for cities and townships along the route, officials say.
Hall of Famer praises Browns running back Richardson
One of Trent Richardson’s goals is to be one of the best running backs in NFL history, a Hall of Famer like Marshall Faulk.
High school for autistic teens to open in Youngstown
The Potential Development High School for Autism will open in the former Anthem building on Market Street
Federal grant to help YNDC teach food entrepreneurship
Money to teach food entrepreneurship in Youngstown
Festival will feature singer Micheal Castaldo ITALIAN INVASION
The Greater Youngstown Italian Festival had been trying to book singer Micheal Castaldo for several years, but the timing was never right — until this year.
Source: A-Rod threatened with lifetime ban
The number of players likely to be disciplined stood at 14 Wednesday.
WaterFire arts event will light up city
Staff report SHARON, PA. WaterFire, a unique arts event, will make its Sharon debut this
Proposed changes would make Youngstown wards’ population more balanced
The 1st Ward councilwoman objects to the proposed changes
Police: Saggy pants may have contributed to Youngstown man's fall
Police said the man was drinking when he was injured.
Explosion levels vacant South Side home; gas still on
Debris litters the street after a vacant house at 535 W. Cohasset Drive on Youngstown's South Side exploded Wednesday morning, damaging the house next door at 539 W. Cohasset and breaking windows in at least four homes across the street. Little is left of the house, which looked well maintained before the explosion. The house was built in 1996 and owned by CHOICE Homes.
Mahoning Valley Players Troupe to present Shakespeare's ‘Shrew’ in park
The Mahoning Valley Players will again bring Shakespeare to the park, and, as always, they will do it their own way.
Time away gave Judd a look at "real life"
It’s no secret Wynonna Judd has taken her time recording what will be her eighth studio effort.
Salem Community Theater "Hairspray" will feature a cast of 40
Salem Community Theater will present the musical romp “Hairspray” this weekend and next, with John Zamarelli, West Branch High School’s ambitious theater and choir chief, as director.
US policy in Syria a failure
Opinion: Anyone who doubts the dangerous consequences of White House waffling on Syria should note some
Dog-day cicadas
Dog-day cicadas The annual cicadas (not those that arrive in droves) have started singing to us
Got ‘extra’ plants?
Got ‘extra’ plants? You should! Get ready to exchange healthy plants and take home some new ones.
Norris, Peavy biggest names moved before deadline
The Baltimore Orioles made the biggest move on a quiet trade-deadline day, acquiring Bud Norris.
Get real about repealing Obamacare
Opinion: By Barbara Shelly Kansas City Star OK, class, let’s talk about repealing Obamacare. Some of us
Concert band to perform on Green
Staff report CANFIELD The Canfield Community Concert Band will present a free concert at 7 p.m.
Succession planting provides fresh veggies in October
By Barb Delisio OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer By the time August comes around, I’m
METRO DIGEST || Training for vacant lot competition
Training for contest YOUNGSTOWN The last training workshop for the Lots of Green 2.0 program
Cut in mornings for most-intense flavors HEALTHY HERB HARVESTING
One of the joys of gardening is using your fresh produce. Whether you use it fresh or process it for winter, the smell and flavor of homegrown herbs is delectable. Unlike some vegetables, herbs can be harvested throughout the growing season.
NIGHTLIFE
American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630 Fri: The DT’s Band, 7 p.m.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Judith Sterbian and Perry Braxton, Youngstown, girl, July 29.
Hospice of Valley expands, opens office at Villa Maria center
Located in the Sisters of Humility’s Villa Maria Community Center
YSU football tickets
YSU football tickets Youngstown Single-game tickets for the 2013 Youngstown State football
PUCO defers vote on FirstEnergy issue
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio utility regulators have delayed action in a case affecting
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Hollywood to explore Manning, WikiLeaks LOS ANGELES The story of WikiLeaks is the
OHIO LEATHERWORKS Girard plans to buy property
By Lee Murray TheNewsOutlet.org Girard Girard City Council passed an ordinance last week to
US economy may need more support from Fed
Associated Press WASHINGTON A key government report and a statement from the Federal Reserve
Woman charged in carport collapse
Dilnoza Parpieva, 23, was charged with driving without a license and reckless operation of a vehicle
major leagues baseball boxscores
AMERICAN LEAGUE Indians 6, White Sox 5 10 innings ChicagoCleveland abrhbiabrhbi DeAza cf-
Not all are thrilled by pope’s revolution
Associated Press VATICAN CITY The Francis Revolution is underway. Not everyone is pleased.
Pirates take fourth straight from Cardinals
Russell Martin drove home Neal Walker with the go-ahead run in the eighth inning.
METRO DIGEST || Street closings fopr Italian fest
Street closings Youngstown Due to the Greater Youngstown Italian Festival, these streets will be
Youngstown cops sweep city for curfew violators
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police will have the answer — if parents don’t — to the question: “Do
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Marc J. Brickley, 30, 1601 Meadowbrook Ave.,
Santana’s 10th-inning blast lifts Indians
Carlos Santana’s leadoff home run in the 10th inning gave the Cleveland Indians their seventh straight win.
Opponents urge Ohioans to 'think twice' before legalizing medical marijuana
Call undermining of prevention principals
Plain Dealer lays off about 50 journalists from its newsroom
By Betty Lin-Fisher Beacon Journal business writer The Cleveland Plain Dealer on Wednesday
With 3 ‘hops,’ NSA gets millions of phone records
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama’s national security team acknowledged for
British Soccer Camp teaches game skills along with sportsmanship
The session at Mill Creek MetroParks attracted 39 players from 3 to 16 years old.
Time to move on?
Opinion: When it comes to Vietnam, I’m all for moving on, putting the past behind us, looking forward,
BUSINESS DIGEST || Billboard makeover
Billboard makeover canfield The Farmers National Bank billboard on U.S. Route 224, which
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK 2 Guns (R) Regal Austintown: Fri.-Tue. (1) 4:10, 7:40, 10:15 Regal Niles:
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Girard City Council, special meeting, 4 p.m., council chambers, justice center,
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Edgar Allen Poe’s The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar,SDRq presented by
Fight against crime gets boost
Opinion: American Press, Lake Charles, La.: The never ending fight against crime in Louisiana got a boost
Steelers glad to have Gay back in secondary
William Gay is back with the Steelers after one season with the Arizona Cardinals.
“Our Nixon” (9 p.m., CNN): “Our Nixon” is a compelling new documentary that
“Our Nixon” (9 p.m., CNN): “Our Nixon” is a compelling new documentary that offers a very different
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Aug. 1, the 213th day of 2013. There are 152 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Prune trees to avoid black knot
Q. My tree is losing its leaves and it has black stuff growing on the branches. I know it’s
FAMILY FARM VISITS
FAMILY FARM VISITS When: Thursday, 11:30 a.m. What: Guided tour of MetroParks Farm, including
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Missing high-school ring discovered after 65 years MATTOON, Ill. If finding a
YSU students talk about STEM internships
Seventy-nine YSU STEM students will deliver presentations about the internships
OHIO Lawyer: Kidnapped women kept diaries
Associated Press CLEVELAND Three women held captive in a run-down home for a decade kept
Man pleads not guilty to killing 3 women
Man pleads not guilty to killing 3 women cleveland A man pleaded not guilty Wednesday to
LITTLE LEAGUE STATE TOURNAMENT | Wednesday’s results
AGES 9-10 BASEBALL Canfield 7, New Albany 6 HAMILTON Luke Holland allowed just two runs in
A comic-book clash
Chris Yambar isn’t trying to be a superhero. He’s just standing up for his rights — and some
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