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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.


YSU beats Morehead State 67-13

YSU beats Morehead State 67-13.


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 43-6 at halftime

YSU leads Morehead State 43-6 at halftime.


YSU leads Morehead State 36-0 in second quarter

YSU leads Morehead State 36-0 in second quarter.


YSU leads Morehead State 22-0 after first quarter

YSU leads Morehead State 22-0 after first quarter.


YSU takes early 15-0 lead on Morehead State

YSU takes early 15-0 lead on Morehead State.


Tia Makosky | Erik Hartman

CAMPBELL Tia Makosky and Erik D. Hartman exchanged vows Aug. 18, 2012, in the garden at the home

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Kristen Nespeca | Daniel Sorbo

POLAND Monsignor William J. Connell officiated at the 1:30 p.m. May 4 wedding of Kristen Francine

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Julie Lazzara | Joseph DeLisio

YOUNGSTOWN Julie Elizabeth Lazzara and Joseph Edward DeLisio exchanged vows at 2 p.m. July 13 at

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Cynthia Parkhurst | Michael Smrek

NEW MIDDLETOWN Cynthia Lee Parkhurst and Michael F. Smrek exchanged wedding vows at 12:30 p.m.

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Guest will speak about iron-making


Lutherans plan day of service


Library Friends to resume meetings

Library Friends to resume meetings BOARDMAN The Friends of the Boardman Library will resume


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Fisher’s pick helps Hubbard Eagles stop Girard

Bill Fisher’s interception clinched the Eagles’ victory.

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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.

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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.

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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


Chevy Cruze turbo diesel among giving incentives

Chevy Cruze turbo diesel among giving incentives


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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.

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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


Springfield rocks YCS to snap home skid

The Tigers went winless at home last season.


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


Births

Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Kevin and Erin Fuschetto, Canfield, boy, Sept. 5. Ashley


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


Years Ago

Today is Saturday, Sept. 7, the 250th day of 2013. There are 115 days left in the year.


Rally day planned

Rally day planned canfield Canfield United Methodist Church, 27 S. Broad St., will celebrate


Kazmir pitches Indians past Mets

He struck out a season-high 12 as the Tribe won 8-1.


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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