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Tori Evans uses the new Bone Zone exhibit at the OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Center for Science & Technology in downtown Youngstown ...
Stories published October 26, 2013
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Car crashes on Gypsy and Goleta as occupants flee police
Police are looking for the occupants of a car which crashed after an officer tried to pull it over just before 3 p.m. Saturday.
2 shootings in Warren today lead to one death
Police in both the city and Warren Township are dealing with shooting incidents from early this morning.
'Undead' lead tours through Youngstown's famous dead today
The dead at Oak Hill Cemetery had plenty of company today — from the undead.
Boom Boom Mancini gets warm welcome at today's showings of his film
Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini lives in California, but he hasn’t forgotten his Youngstown roots.
Youngstown mom charged after cops find kids home alone
A Franklin Street woman was charged with driving under suspension and child endangering after police say she left her four children home by themselves Friday morning.
Youngstown woman threatens to call Mom on cops
Police say a 28-year-old woman they struggled to arrest early Saturday morning threatened to call her mother on them.
These good folks picked up other people's trash from our Mahoning River
In a short time, Robin Mattheus went from being unaware of a trail along the Mahoning River to removing plastic silverware and the occasional alcohol bottle from it.
New recruiting center opens Monday at Youngstown air base
The 910th Airlift Wing is opening its doors to its new Air force Reserve recruiting center on Monday. A ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for noon.
Federal indictment charges Salem duo with marijuana operation
A man and a woman from Salem have been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges they conspired to cultivate and distribute marijuana, laundered money and engaged in a financial transaction using marijuana trafficking proceeds.
Huber-Berman marriage vows to be exchanged
Courtney M. Huber and Joshua L. Berman, both of Columbus, are engaged and planning their wedding.
Pekarciks celebrate 50th with family
YOUNGSTOWN Joseph L. and Rosemarie Pekarcik of Youngstown celebrated their 50th anniversary with a
Mr., Mrs. Golis mark their 65th anniversary
POLAND Mr. and Mrs. Julian Golis were honored Oct. 23 for their 65th anniversary with a family
Family dinner honors Spagnolas for golden mark
NEW MIDDLETOWN Mr. and Mrs. John Spagnola of New Middletown were guests of honor at a family
AFP Local chapter will honor philanthropists
Mahoning Shenango Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals will honor philanthropists Nov. 15.
High Street closing Monday for road repairs
High Street between Oak Hill Avenue and School Street on the South Side will be closed to through traffic Monday through Thursday.
Coletti pleads innocent
Stella J. Coletti, 42, of Deer Creek Trail, Cortland, pleaded innocent Friday in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court to 13 drug charges.
Mooney ‘Handels’ Irish
Mark Handel carried 21 times for 190 yards and three touchdowns for the Cardinals.
Attorney general's probe into Sciortino case limited by legal protections
Statements made by those involved in the investigation can’t be used against them
Judge Hunter opts out of road rage case
Judge Hunter recuses himself from John Dellick's case County Court Judge Scott Hunter recused
Austintown police, schools and agency work to steer kids straight
Austintown police, schools and agency work to steer kids straight
Canfield sweeps past Howland
The Canfield Cardinals continued their late-season surge and Kimu Kim continued his record-setting season.
Spiritual healing, uplifting Youngstown motivate Gospel Fest attendees
Gospel music and evangelism are themes of the first Mahoning Valley Gospel Fest this weekend at Chaney High School.
Eastern Gateway Community College enrollment increase leads Ohio schools
Enrollment at Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana county facilities saw a 48 percent increase compared to a year ago
Witkowski, Wildcats snuff out Red Dragons
Luke Witkowski, a junior who came to this country from Poland at age 6, turned up the heat early against Niles (4-5, 1-4) with runs up the middle.
Rough ride for Phantoms in Cedar Rapids
Youngstown dominated through two periods, but Cedar Rapids made the most of limited chances during the final frame Friday night at The Stable.
GV tops Mathews in battle of Mustangs
Jake Vormelker accumulated 323 total yards and accounted for all three of Grand Valley’s touchdowns.
Burnett recognized as Prosecutor of Year by Northeast Ohio unit of MADD
Mike Burnett recognized as Prosecutor of the Year by the Northeast Ohio unit of MADD
Macovitz gets six months in domestic violence case, forfeits more than 100 weapons
Man gets six months in domestic violence case, forfeits more than 100 weapons
Kids wowed by science at Youngstown's OH WOW!
Tori Evans uses the new Bone Zone exhibit at the OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Center for Science & Technology in downtown Youngstown during a recent field trip. The exhibit, which provides illustrations and scientific facts about many of the body’s 206 bones, will be at the center until Jan. 6.
Today in history
Today is Saturday, Oct. 26, the 299th day of 2013. There are 66 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Weeden accepts blame for benching
He’s absorbed punishing hits from defenders. He’s endured more than his share of criticism from Cleveland fans for his poor play.
GOBBLE TOV!
Associated Press NEW YORK It’s a turkey. It’s a menorah. It’s Thanksgivukkah! An extremely
Shaun Suisham’s hot streak helping to carry the Steelers
The Pittsburgh Steelers placekicker says he takes the same approach no matter the circumstances.
Notre Dame braces for Air Force option
The name of Air Force’s starting quarterback doesn’t scare Notre Dame nearly as much as the offensive scheme.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Zombie Crawl, 6:30 p.m.: The zombies will shamble down West Federal
Voters in Youngstown face some challenging and beguiling choices in some key citywide races come
Editorial: Voters in Youngstown face some challenging and beguiling choices in some key citywide races come
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Bloom and Kerr announce their split NEW YORK The marriage of actor Orlando Bloom
JPMorgan paying $5.1B in Fannie, Freddie deal
Associated Press WASHINGTON JPMorgan Chase has agreed to pay $5.1 billion to resolve claims that
Dana orchestra to feature music of E. Europe
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Dana Symphony Orchestra will perform at 4 p.m. Sunday at Stambaugh
Okla. judge: Settlement reached in Toyota case
Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY Toyota Motor Corp. on Friday reached a settlement with the
Battle lines drawn for 2014
Opinion: COLUMBUS You could consider this time the calm before the storm for elections officials. Yes,
French music at free concert in Youngstown
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Le Cercle Francais French club will present a free concert of French
HEALTh care Firms, patients shop for better deals
Associated Press Paul Freeman drove 600 miles last year to save himself — and his employer —
RELIGION DIGEST || Zanni named dean of Trumbull County
Zanni named dean of Trumbull County YOUNGSTOWN The Rev. Frank Zanni, pastor of St. Thomas the
Eddy is nominated for Dealer of the Year
Eddy is nominated for Dealer of the Year AUSTINTOWN Chuck Eddy, of Bob and Chuck Eddy Chrysler
Poland Township benefits from experienced trustees
Editorial: Trustees Mark Naples and Robert Lidle have 28 years between them of serving Poland Township, which
METRO DIGEST || Perez stabbed, assaulted
Man assaulted YOUNGSTOWN Police reports say a South Side man was stabbed in the forearm while he
Youngstown State swimming falls, 182-118
Youngstown State swimming falls, 182-118 youngstown Ashley Dow won two events but the Youngstown
poland township Trustee candidates
Three people, including two incumbents are competing for two seats on the city school board. An (*)
College and high school students use Lafarge facility for learning
College and high school students use Lafarge facility for learning
METRO DIGEST || Free coats for kids in need
Walker rifle stolen WARREN The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation, which is investigating the
Ohio inmate commits suicide
Associated Press COLUMBUS The state says a prison inmate has committed suicide. It’s the fourth
Niles man charged with theft, possession of criminal tools
The man also has a warrant pending in Niles.
3 vie for 2 seats on school board
Three candidates for two seats on the board of education all want to ensure the quality education
ODOT announces new projects
US. Route 422 between Struthers-Liberty Road and state Route 616 is open.
Kasich touts new funding for breast, cervical cancer screenings
House Bill 112 created a new check-off on income-tax forms that allows filers to donate all or part of their refunds to a program that provides free breast and cervical cancer screening and related services to Ohio women.
High school football Friday’s other games
Austintown Fitch 41, Uniontown Lake 20 HARTVILLE The Falcons (9-0) took one more step toward a
Salem man faces drug charges
Police found the man Thursday morning slumped over the steering wheel of a pickup truck.
Task force: Restrict access to Ohio face-check software
Associated Press COLUMBUS Non-law enforcement personnel would have to obtain written permission
Grand jury indicted JonBenet’s parents
Associated Press BOULDER, Colo. A grand jury found enough evidence to indict the parents of
Germany, France want US to agree to curb spying
Associated Press BRUSSELS Indignant at reports of U.S. electronic espionage overseas, the
HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS | Trick-or-treat hours and community events
Trick-or-treat hours and other Halloween activities in the five-county area as submitted to The
Newcomer challenges Poland trustees
Challenger Joanne Wollet says the township is slow in answering public records requests and short on detail
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Justin J. Montemarano, 31, Savannah, Ga., and Allison
Surplus food/dinner
Surplus food/dinner Nevels Temple Church of God in Christ, 939 Elm St., Youngstown. Free community
Penn State’s O’Brien not a fan of rivalry talk
Penn State coach Bill O’Brien bristles whenever anyone asks him about the Nittany Lions’ chief rival.
Cardinals feeling right at home for Game 3
From the Green Monster to the Gateway Arch. From the Charles River to the mighty Mississippi. From clam chowder to toasted ravioli.
Obama: Shutdown exposed clash of political visions
Associated Press NEW YORK Regrouping with Democrats after a bitter budget fight, President
Trumbull county Hall of Fame
The 13th Annual Trumbull County Sports Hall of Fame Banquet is slated for Sunday, with 14 new
FDA proposes rules to make animal food safer
Associated Press WASHINGTON Amid incidents of pets dying from dog treats, the Food and Drug
Pa. screening to show shale-gas films
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The Pittsburgh Filmmakers are hosting a screening of short films
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