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Medical programs open house for adults Thursday at TCTC
The Trumbull Career and Technical Center Adult Training Center will host a medical programs open house from noon to 7 p.m. Thursday.
Marte sparks Pirates by Zito, Giants 12-8
Marte sparks Pirates by Zito, Giants 12-8 PITTSBURGH (AP) — Starling Marte had a career-high four
Austintown schools auction already bringing more than expected
After taking in more than $50,000 in their May school auction, Austintown school officials knew they had to have another online auction for three schools they have to clear out before they are demolished.
2 local cops complete Police Executive Leadership training
Lt. Daniel Mason of the Warren Police Department and Sgt. Scott Bennett of the Canfield Police Department have both completed the three-week Police Executive Leadership College training course.
Texas executes man who confessed to killing 5
Texas executes man who confessed to killing 5 HUNTSVILLE, Texas (AP) — A Texas man who confessed
Storms pelt Midwest with rain, winds, hail
Storms pelt Midwest with rain, winds, hail CHICAGO (AP) — A line of storms packing hail, lightning
Woman suffers anxiety attack during house fire
A woman was treated for an anxiety attack after a fire at her 69 E. Philadelphia Ave. home on the South Side that started at about 9:40 a.m. Tuesday.
NSA director: Surveillance programs prevented dozens of terrorist attacks
The director of the National Security Agency said Wednesday that once-secret surveillance programs disrupted dozens of terrorist attacks, explicitly describing for Congress how the programs worked in collecting Americans' phone records and tapping into their Internet activity.
Window washers trapped near top of NYC skyscraper
Window washers trapped near top of NYC skyscraper NEW YORK (AP) — Firefighters are working to
Big storm threat brewing from Iowa to Mid-Atlantic
Big storm threat brewing from Iowa to Mid-Atlantic
Escaped convict found guilty of barbershop slaying
Escaped convict found guilty of barbershop slaying SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (AP) — A man was convicted
Bloomberg pressures donors over gun control votes
Bloomberg pressures donors over gun control votes NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) — New York Mayor Michael
Lawyers rail at police response to Turkey protests
Lawyers rail at police response to Turkey protests ANKARA, Turkey (AP) - Thousands of black-robed
Vallourec officials tout mill during Youngstown plant dedication
Former Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams and current Mayor Charles Sammarone are on hand for the dedication ceremony at the Vallourec Star seamless pipe mill in Youngstown.
Lawsuit against Cleveland police officer moves forward
Lawsuit against Cleveland police officer moves forward
Jury selection enters Day 3 in Zimmerman trial
Jury selection enters Day 3 in Zimmerman trial SANFORD, Fla. (AP) — Attorneys trying to seat a
Authorities arrest man they describe as "career criminal"
Authorities arrest man they describe as ‘career criminal’ YOUNGSTOWN Boardman Police and
Fire does $20,500 damage to South Side home
Fire does $20,500 damage to South Side home YOUNGSTOWN A woman was treated for an anxiety attack
Defense hints at plea in Ohio kidnapping-rape case
Defense hints at plea in Ohio kidnapping-rape case
Stepdad's new trial begins in eastern Ohio boys' deaths
Stepdad's new trial begins in eastern Ohio boys' deaths
Ariel Castro pleads not guilty in Ohio kidnap case
Ariel Castro pleads not guilty in Ohio kidnap case
Crossroads Hospice celebrates Flag Day with events Thursday, Friday
Crossroads Hospice celebrates Flag Day
Powerstown Neighbors Block Watch meets Thursday night
Powerstown Neighbors Block Watch meets Thursday night
Trumbull Co. woman pleads guilty to role in mobile-home robbery
Trumbull Co. woman pleads guilty to role in mobile-home robbery
MetroParks board approves $10K for Lanterman's Mill improvements
MetroParks board approves $10K for Lanterman's Mill improvements
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Otterbein United Methodist Church, 1128 State Road West, Champion, is offering a carryout
Trumbull County Ag Society will sponsor youth pageants
Trumbull County Ag Society will host youth pageants in July.
Masons will celebrate Flag Day on Thurs.
Masons will celebrate Flag Day on Thurs. DEERFIELD Celebrate Flag Day with soup and salad
Clashes continue into this morning in Istanbul over growing authoritarianism
Riot police fired tear gas, water cannon and rubber bullets in day-long clashes that lasted into the early hours Wednesday, battling protesters who have been occupying Istanbul's central Taksim Square and its adjacent Gezi Park in the country's most severe anti-government protests in decades.
Boardman grad Greco wants to stay starter for Browns
For four years, John Greco waited for an opportunity to be an instrumental member of the “orchestra.”
Vallourec will dedicate new mill today
The company will offer a rare press conference and tour today
Tiger looks to end major drought
He has not won a major tournament since winning the U.S. Open five years ago.
Four former YSU trustees express concerns about new hiring policies
The trustees chairman believes the former board members are right
Hubbard siblings compete nationally in motocross
Katherine Kali, 12, will race at nationals in July
Spurs roll past Heat in Game 3
San Antonio’s defense flummoxed four-time MVP LeBron James for a third straight game.
Dahlberg: Garcia can’t stop apologizing
The golfer is seeking forgiveness from Tiger Woods. Good luck with that.
Girard couple swindled by fake contractor
Couple hands over $1000 for building materials but contractor supplied false information
Indians top Texas, end skid at 8 games
Corey Kluber allowed one run over eight innings for Cleveland.
Councilwoman supports International Towers resident over bedbug contract
International Towers residents must sign “Pest Control Management Plan"
SPORTS DIGEST || Cano, Wright named captains for HR Derby
Cano, Wright named captains for HR Derby NEW YORK David Wright and Robinson Cano are going to
Equipment from four closed Austintown schools up for auction
Public inspection of lots on Wednesday and online bidding continues through Friday
Haley, Roethlisberger repair relationship
After butting heads last season, they worked some things out in the offseason.
With Arcelor Mittal spill nearly cleaned, officials find small spill from City of Warren
About 400 to 500 gallons of “light oil” got into the Mahoning River Friday after leaking from an oil/water separator, a wastewater pond and a leaking oil recirculator at the Arcelor Mittal coke-making plant in Warren Township Friday.
Austintown alumni, vets to be remembered with memorial
Jack Kidd and Larry Cadman hope to extend the memory of their fallen friends through more than a memorial.
More calls on West, South sides
Youngstown police officer Brent Gaitanis stays in touch via radio as he patrols the city. A shift in service calls has prompted the police department to study the boundaries of the current beats in the patrol division. Police Chief Rod Foley said he hopes the study can be completed within the next few weeks.
Top pick Cole impressive in Pirates debut
He took a shutout into the seventh inning and hit a two-run single in his first at-bat.
Bottom Dollar continues local expansion
Bottom Dollar to open two new stores in the area, bringing its total to five in less than two years
Prosecutor: Bomb suspect used phone in plot
Associated Press AKRON A suspect in a plot to blow up a Cleveland-area bridge planned to use a
Man pleads innocent to threatening Obamas
Man pleads innocent to threatening Obamas YOUNGSTOWN Frederick Watt, 33, of Youngstown, pleaded
POLICE CALLS IN GIRARD, LIBERTY
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty: GIRARD June 8
Congress briefed on surveillance
Associated Press WASHINGTON Dogged by fear and confusion about sweeping spy programs,
Police: 2 men stole from Internet cafe
Police: 2 men stole from Internet cafe YOUNGSTOWN Police say two men stole an undetermined
Tebow thankful for opportunity with Pats
The popular, but much-criticized, quarterback signed for two years with no guaranteed money.
Jury selection continues in Zimmerman trial
Associated Press SANFORD, Florida During two days of questioning, prosecutors and George
Patrick Heltzel pleads innocent by reason of insanity
Heltzel, 20, is accused of killing Milton A. Grumbling III, 71, at a house on Kincaid East Road in Warren Township.
AmeriCorps members are working in Youngstown neighborhoods until June 26
Members are painting houses and cleaning up vacant lots
Colorado wildfires
Colorado wildfires COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. At least four major wildfires broke out along the
Clashes in Istanbul go on into night
Associated Press ISTANBUL Riot police fired tear gas, water cannon and rubber bullets in daylong
Randall B. Muth becomes children services director here
The Mahoning County Children Services Board hired Atty. Randall B. Muth as its executive director and expressed its desire for the child welfare agency to remain a stand-alone county agency.
Rask, Crawford take center stage in Stanley Cup
Their play will go a long way toward determining whether the Blackhawks or the Bruins take home the title.
newsmakers
newsmakers Dispatch call describes Paris Jackson’s injuries LOS ANGELES Audio released by
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .76, 30.87 —.09 Avalon
Tobacco company Altria to launch e-cigarette brand in Indiana in Aug.
Associated Press RICHMOND, Va. Tobacco company Altria Group Inc. is launching its first
Mayor proposes levees, floodwalls to protect NYC
Associated Press NEW YORK Removable floodwalls would be erected in lower Manhattan, and levees,
Russian lawmakers approve anti-gay bill
Associated Press MOSCOW A bill that stigmatizes gay people and bans giving children any
12 Cleveland cops punished for chase
Associated Press CLEVELAND Cleveland police fired a sergeant and meted out demotions and
Warren man shot at gas station
A 23-year-old Union Street Southwest man was taken to ValleyCare Trumbull Memorial Hospital late Sunday after being shot in the parking lot of Rocky’s Gas, 1744 West Market Street.
Proposed law would fine drivers who ignore flood warning signs
Legislation is designed to protect emergency responders
“Man of Steel,” the new Superman movie, opens Friday, directed by Zack Snyder and
“Man of Steel,” the new Superman movie, opens Friday, directed by Zack Snyder and starring Henry
Muslim clerics pray at Auschwitz
Opinion: We pay a great deal of attention to the actions of Muslim radicals, and when an extremist does
Bill would require drivers to move over when passing parked maintenance vehicles
Similar legislation already in effect regarding emergency vehicles
‘Man of Steel’ delivers a Superman for a new generation SUPER REBOOT
By Rene Rodriguez The Miami Herald MIAMI The Man of SteeL had gotten rusty. While his DC
Cookout classic
Cookout classic No picnic or potluck is complete without potato salad. Whether it’s served warm,
Keeping an eye on all of us
Opinion: By Edward Wasserman The Miami Herald Google’s launch of its dazzling Internet-connected eyewear,
Man who drove off in car with 3-year-old inside gets 8 years in prison
Ross Francis, 43, is going to prison for eight years for abducting a 3-year-old boy last October while stealing a running car from a Niles driveway.
OSHP cites teen in accident that injures pedestrian
OSHP cites teen in accident that injures pedestrian
‘Need’ does not exist in economics
Opinion: One of the most common arguments for allowing more immigration is that there is a “need” for foreign
Sneak attack on Ohioans’ right to know must be stopped now
Editorial: There they go again. Ohio’s state lawmakers have conspired anew to launch a dangerous and sneaky
Mumford bassist needs surgery
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Mumford & Sons bassist Ted Dwane has a blood clot on his brain
MVHS announces 2013 Historic Preservation Award winners
The awards honor those in Mahoning and Trumbull counties who take an active role in preserving historic buildings, sites, and districts.
BBB warns of scam
BBB warns of scam YOUNGSTOWN The Better Business Bureau is warning residents to be suspicious
Collector is tied up in unique hobby
A Christmas tie started Dave Quigley’s collection, which numbers some 3,000 ties.
Hate speech goes two ways
Opinion: By Cathy Young Newsday Recently, after a brief campaign by feminist activists, Facebook
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Brookfield Township trustees, special meeting, 5:30 p.m., 6844 Strimbu Drive.
Spice of India offers new level in good taste
Spice of India offers diners a new level in good taste.
birthdays
birthdays Singer Vic Damone is 85. Disney composer Richard Sherman is 85. Actor-singer Jim Nabors
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Scott A. Wiand Jr., 31, of 164 Runnemede Drive,
More in US leave jobs
More Americans are quitting their jobs, suggesting many are growing more confident in the job market.
Revised economic report shows sustained growth
Jobs grew in the valley last year with the help of economic development organizations
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