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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Hundreds picket Northside today over unsettled nurses contract
“Safe Patient Care” and “No Nurse Rationing” were among posters carried by Northside Medical Center nurses and their supporters during informational picketing Saturday in front of the hospital on Gypsy Lane.
Airport partners get nonprofit designation
YNGAir Partners, formed to help the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport acquire additional airline service for the Mahoning Valley, has received a 501 (c) (3) designation for nonprofit charitable purposes.
24th annual Community Cup concludes today
Carla Durina and Dave Trimble didn’t know each other before last month.
OVI checkpoint starts at 10 tonight in Niles
The Ohio State Highway Patrol, in conjunction with the Niles Police Department, conducting an Operating a Vehicle Impaired (OVI) checkpoint from 10 p.m. today Sept. 7 to 3 a.m. Sunday Sept. 8 on U.S. Route 422 in Niles.
Today's First Stand Down event reaches out to homeless, jobless vets
It seemed like a party: a giant tent in the street and music blasting. But it was more than that. The Mahoning and Trumbull County Regional Veteran Stand Down, sponsored by the United Methodist Community Center, provided information and more to veterans.
Crowds turn out for music, ribs at 6th Pabstolutely fundraiser for disabled
Everybody might not know your name at Royal Oaks bar, but you’re welcome anyway.
Tokyo wins 2020 Olympics, assures no radioactive threat
Thousands of Tokyo residents cheered in triumph early Sunday after winning the race to host the 2020 Olympics, beating out rivals Istanbul and Madrid, despite concerns about a nuclear plant leaking radioactive water.
YSU leads Morehead State 60-6 after three quarters
YSU leads Morehead State 60-6 after three quarters.
100K of all faiths rally to Pope's call for non-military response to Syria
Tens of thousands of people filled St. Peter's Square for a four-hour Syria peace vigil late Saturday, answering Pope Francis' call for a grassroots cry for peace that was echoed by Christians and non-Christians alike in Syria and in vigils around the world.
LaBrae hoops standout Peyton Aldridge verbals to Davidson
LaBrae hoops standout Peyton Aldridge verbals to Davidson.
YSU leads Morehead State 22-0 after first quarter
YSU leads Morehead State 22-0 after first quarter.
Tia Makosky | Erik Hartman
CAMPBELL Tia Makosky and Erik D. Hartman exchanged vows Aug. 18, 2012, in the garden at the home
Kristen Nespeca | Daniel Sorbo
POLAND Monsignor William J. Connell officiated at the 1:30 p.m. May 4 wedding of Kristen Francine
Julie Lazzara | Joseph DeLisio
YOUNGSTOWN Julie Elizabeth Lazzara and Joseph Edward DeLisio exchanged vows at 2 p.m. July 13 at
Cynthia Parkhurst | Michael Smrek
NEW MIDDLETOWN Cynthia Lee Parkhurst and Michael F. Smrek exchanged wedding vows at 12:30 p.m.
Library Friends to resume meetings
Library Friends to resume meetings BOARDMAN The Friends of the Boardman Library will resume
Fisher’s pick helps Hubbard Eagles stop Girard
Bill Fisher’s interception clinched the Eagles’ victory.
Boy says held captive in Campbell house, denied food, water
City police, along with Mahoning County Children Services, are investigating a case of child endangering involving a 17-year-old boy.
Cardinal Mooney handles Boardman
It wasn’t a quick start that concerned Cardinal Mooney head coach P.J. Fecko.
Judge orders Girard company to pay nearly $1 million for fraudulent fundraising
Judge orders Girard company to pay nearly $1 million for fraudulent fundraising
Wolford looking for Penguins to get better
The Missouri Valley Football Conference was the FCS’ best conference last season and if last weekend’s games are any indication, it’s going to be even better this fall.
Auto industry gets tough on Japan in trade agreement talks
Industry group says currency manipulation protections must be included in south Pacific, Asian trade pact
Hall helps Fitch close out another victory
Early in the fourth quarter, with Fitch clinging to a 20-12 lead and facing a third-and-23, Darrin Hall pulled off the biggest play of the game.
Trumbull law-enforcement disagree on how to stem drug epidemic
Law-enforcement leaders disagree on how to stem drug epidemic
Patient abuser gets a year’s probation, loses certification
Timothy P. Harrell relinquished his state-tested nurse aide certification and will no longer work with elderly or disabled people.
Liberty Leopards bounce back for Cylar’s first win
Asim Pleas ran for 183 yards and three TDs and passed for two more scores.
Many hands keep St. Vincent de Paul Society pantry running
St. Vincent de Paul Society of Mahoning County oversees the interfaith effort supported by Valley residents, businesses and farms
Turnovers trigger Struthers victory
The Struthers High football team converted two big turnovers into 13 points.
NEW CASTLE | Run/walk to raise funds for victims of domestic violence
Staff report New Castle, Pa. The Crisis Shelter of Lawrence County will sponsor its sixth
Anti-fracking measure on Nov. ballot
A group who supports a ban on fracking in Youngstown erupted in applause when opponents of the proposal withdrew a protest to putting the measure on the Nov. 5 ballot. Among those cheering were Jane Spies, left, of Hubbard and Trudee Weatherby, right, of Youngstown.
METRO DIGEST || Kids report attempted abduction
Attempted abduction WARREN A 12-year-old girl called 911 at 6:40 p.m. Thursday to report that an
Count on crowded 2014 ballot
Opinion: COLUMBUS Next year’s general election ballot could be pretty crowded. In addition to the
Manning’s epic performance answered questions
The questions surrounding Peyton Manning last year were all about his right arm.
Obama to speak to nation about Syria on Tuesday
Associated Press ST. PETERSBURG, Russia Beset by divisions at home and abroad, President Barack
Live music on television talk shows this week include:
Live music on television talk shows this week include: v Janelle Monae: tonight, “Late Show with
Women co-anchors
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK Gwen Ifill and Judy Woodruff didn’t think much
Sudeiki, Wilde are too busy to plan a wedding
By MARCELA ISAZA Associated Press LOS ANGELES Olivia Wilde says she has “good problems” this
Fall Out Boy surprises itself
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com These days, Patrick Stump is just doing his job. This
Defense lawyers gone wild
Opinion: WASHINGTON “Were you wearing a bra?” asked lawyer Andrew Weinstein. “Were you wearing underwear?”
Castro called victim's mother
Cleveland kidnapper Ariel Castro said he called the mother of one of his captives and told the woman her daughter was alive and had become his wife, according to interrogation videotapes.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Kids Tailgate Fun Day, 1-4 p.m.: Going to the Youngstown State
video game review
‘madden nfl 25’ Grade: B Details: EA Sports, for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, $59.99 John
Reality gives lie to the politics of free phone service for poor
Editorial: Although Republicans used “Obamaphone” as a political hammer in last year’s presidential election,
Orthodox Church honors Mary through feast days
One important way in which the Orthodox Church shows special reverence for the ever-virgin Mary is
sunday news shows
sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: White House
Old school: WGH grinds out win over Howland
Harding threw just three passes all game and Howland tossed one.
Rupe leads Penguins
Rupe leads Penguins Akron Youngstown State runner Eric Rupe led the Penguins at the 45th Tommy
AP survey: House shows opposition to Syria attack
Associated Press WASHINGTON Suggesting an uphill fight for President Barack Obama, House members
Martin powers Alliance past Canfield
When Alliance High’s Parrish Martin sees green, he goes. He doesn’t hesitate or think twice, he just goes.
Death probed as possible homicide
Death probed as possible homicide WARREN Police have investigated the death of a 4-month-old boy
Free breakfast
Free breakfast Pleasant Grove Presbyterian Church, 3919 Southern Blvd., Youngstown, free
Around the Valley | Results of Friday’s other high school football games
Poland 28, Canal Fulton Northwest 21 CANAL FULTON Jacob Wolfe threw for two TD passes,
birthdays
birthdays Singer Alfa Anderson of Chic is 67. Singer Gloria Gaynor is 64. Singer Chrissie Hynde of
Rally day planned
Rally day planned canfield Canfield United Methodist Church, 27 S. Broad St., will celebrate
Cards’ Kelly beats Pirates again
St. Louis pulled within a half-game of Pittsburgh in the NL Central.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .76, 24.40 .09 Avalon
Toledo mortgage outlook sinking
Associated Press toledo The percentage of Toledo-area homeowners who are “seriously underwater”
BUSINESS DIGEST || Niles eEatery to hire 175
Eatery to hire 175 NILES Texas Roadhouse, the chain restaurant based in Louisville, Ky., with
New diner set to open in former Park Diner
Oldies and Goodies Diner will open this month at the corner of U.S. Route 224 and South Avenue
Beer Fest tickets are now on sale
Staff report Youngstown Tickets are now on sale for the inaugural Youngstown Beer Fest, which
Country star Underwood puts own spin on football theme CARRIE KICKS OFF
By KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press 333Hill performed the song for the last five seasons before
John Gilligan’s legacy of service
Opinion: Cincinnati Enquirer: John Gilligan’s life is best summed up in one word: service. It’s a word that
Film portrays Assange
Associated Press TORONTO WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange may be holed up in the Ecuadorian
Ex-Ohio DOE official sentenced for child porn
Associated Press COLUMBUS A former high-ranking Ohio Department of Education official was
Company recalls Motrin for infants
Company recalls Motrin for infants WASHINGTON Johnson & Johnson is recalling 200,000 bottles of
MAHONING COUNTY | INDICTMENTS
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people on these charges this week: Stan Ciapala, 19,
2 upcoming events worth noting
Opinion: There are a couple of events this month I want to highlight and in which I encourage your
ROAD WORK ODOT projects
New projects underway by the Ohio Department of Transportation in Mahoning County: State Route 46,
Mesko ready to go for Steelers
New Pittsburgh Steelers punter Zoltan Mesko believes that everything happens for a reason.
Mont. court: Judge can’t resentence convicted rapist
Associated Press BILLINGS, Mont. Montana’s Supreme Court on Friday blocked a judge from
Ex-Patriot Hernandez pleads not guilty to 1st-degree murder
Associated Press FALL RIVER, Mass. Former New England Patriots star Aaron Hernandez pleaded not
Meyer likes being the underdog
The large banner at one end of the Buckeyes’ indoor practice facility simply says, “The Chase.”
Mingo to miss Browns’ opener
Barkevious Mingo’s NFL debut has been delayed for at least another week.
Obama meets Russian activists
Associated Press ST. PETERSBURG, Russia Before leaving for home after the Group of 20 summit,
Muddled US jobs picture to weigh on Fed decision on stimulus action
Associated Press WASHINGTON Employers are sketching a hazy picture of the U.S. job market for
Man to go on trial Monday in killing of Warren man
Richard A. Clark, 40, who has been in trouble numerous times the past 20 years on drug and other offenses, goes on trial Monday, charged with killing a 49-year-old city man.
Phantoms add Wild man Zucker to coaching staff
Michael Zucker, 37, brings more than a decade of coaching experience.
Ohio judge recuses himself over online petition
Associated Press MEDINA An Ohio judge says he is recusing himself from an attempted murder case
Bishop Eaton reflects change
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com Though she will be known as the first female presiding
Rev. Dr. Frank Hearns retiring
Staff report warren The Rev. Dr. Frank L. Hearns is retiring after 23 years of service as pastor
Back to church
Back to church hubbard National Back to Church Sunday will be celebrated Sept. 15 at First
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Kyle P. Marlin, 24, of 484 S. Raccoon Road, Unit E36,
Pete Sheehan named editor of the Catholic Exponent
Staff report youngstown Pete Sheehan, a Youngs-town native with 35 years of experience in the
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