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UPDATE | ValleyCare Northside Medical Center locks out some nurses today
ValleyCare Northside Medical Center locks out some nurses today
Youngstown cops find burglary cache
City workers take rims and other items seized from a Ravine Road home in Youngstown to a truck Tuesday. Police served a search warrant at ...
Stories published September 25, 2013
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
89-year-old woman's purse snatched at Niles golf store
Police are looking for a man who snatched an elderly woman’s purse in a store parking lot around 3 p.m. today.
Howland foundation campaign for sports facility
A Howland foundation has launched a campaign to raise $1.85 million to convert the high school football stadium into a community sports facility.
Struthers to continue curbside pickup of leaves
Struthers to continue curbside pickup of leaves Struthers to continue curbside pickup of leaves
Cops building burglary case
Cops building burglary case Police continue burglary probe youngstown Police are trying
Struthers police say burglary involving gunfire exchange was a hoax
Homeowner charged with inducing panic, falsification, endangering children Struthers police say
Lordstown man pleads guilty to securities fraud
Lordstown man pleads guilty to securities fraud Staff report WARREN A 54-year-old
Town-hall meeting on fracking concerns is Thursday in Wick Park Pavilion
Town-hall meeting on fracking concerns is Thursday
Black leaders blast Betras for ousting 3 party executive committee members
Black leaders blast Betras for ousting 3 party executive committee members
Ohio AG gets restraining order against Mahoning Valley business
Ohio AG get restraining order against Mahoning Valley business
Wrestling show coming to Covelli
Wrestling show coming to Covelli Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Legends of Wrestling, featuring Rowdy
Richie Dascenzo, Cirque Musica's Ambrose Martos
Sept. 26, 2013 | Richie Dascenzo, Cirque Musica's Ambrose Martos
Home Savings foundation presents $6K check to Junior Achievement
Home Savings foundation makes donation to Junior Achievement
Shabab: Foreigners in Kenya “legitimate target”
Shabab: Foreigners in Kenya “legitimate target” JOHANNESBURG (AP) - Al-Shabab, the armed Somali
Youngstown school board has special meeting Thursday
Youngstown school board has special meeting Thursday
YSU president recommends reductions, delays and layoffs
YSU president recommends reductions, delays and layoffs YOUNGSTOWN Due to a budget deficit,
2 Ohio businessmen charged in campaign funds probe
2 Ohio businessmen charged in campaign funds probe
Iran tries to shine light on Israeli nukes
Iran tries to shine light on Israeli nukes JERUSALEM (AP) - With a few words in a largely
Nairobi attack puts spotlight on mall safety
Nairobi attack puts spotlight on mall safety NEW YORK (AP) - Some malls around the world have been
Cruz ends talkathon, Senate heads toward vote
Cruz ends talkathon, Senate heads toward vote WASHINGTON (AP) - Sen. Ted Cruz ended his all-night
North Side robbery suspects have court dates
North Side robbery suspects have court dates youngstown Two juvenile suspects in a string of
Bond is back, in William Boyd’s new novel ‘Solo’
Bond is back, in William Boyd’s new novel ‘Solo’ LONDON (AP) - Bond is back, much as we remember
Pakistan struggles to help quake victims; 271 dead
Pakistan struggles to help quake victims; 271 dead DALBADI, Pakistan (AP) - Rescuers struggled
Warren Fire Department program wins recognition from the ServeOhio Awards program
The Warren Fire Department’s SALSA (Save A Life Smoke Alarm) Program wins recognition from the
Nonviolence Week events planned
Nonviolence Week events planned For the first time, Nonviolence Week is being celebrated across
Syrian rebel groups slam Western-backed opposition
Syrian rebel groups slam Western-backed opposition BEIRUT (AP) - Several Syrian rebel groups,
Premiums unveiled for health overhaul plans
Premiums unveiled for health overhaul plans WASHINGTON (AP) - With new health insurance markets
Dog training program is about second chances
Dog training program is about second chances LEAVITTSBURG A new dog-training program involving
Despite Cruz, Senate heads toward Obamacare vote
Despite Cruz, Senate heads toward Obamacare vote WASHINGTON (AP) - The Democratic-controlled
Ohio cancer scheme suspect wants to plead insanity
Ohio cancer scheme suspect wants to plead insanity
US experts help Kenyans hunt for bodies at mall
US experts help Kenyans hunt for bodies at mall NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) - The United States Ambassador
UPDATE | ValleyCare Northside Medical Center locks out some nurses today
ValleyCare Northside Medical Center locks out some nurses today
City police make two gun arrests on South Side
City police make two gun arrests on South Side YOUNGSTOWN City police made two gun arrests in
Iran’s president tones down anti-Israel rhetoric
Iran’s president tones down anti-Israel rhetoric UNITED NATIONS (AP) - The Iranian president’s
Free lunch, food distribution Thursday at Youngstown East Side ministry
Free lunch, food distribution Thursday at Youngstown East Side ministry
2 child starvation death cases in court
2 child starvation death cases in court PHILADELPHIA (AP) — There’s been a string of disturbing
Pa. high court to mull ex-death row inmates appeal
Pa. high court to mull ex-death row inmates appeal JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (AP) — The state Supreme Court
Fire station dedication Sunday
The Western Reserve Joint Fire District will have a station dedication at 12:30 p.m. Sunday.
Abby Patterson, Derek Winkle plan Oct. 12 rites
Richard and Carol Patterson and John and Natalie Winkle are announcing the engagement of their children, Abby Patterson and Derek Winkle. They all reside in Austintown.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve a
Rotary program is postponed
Rotary program is postponed WARREN Sam Covelli is unable to attend today’s Rotary Club of Warren
Liberty seniors arrested in vandalism of Girard's G
Police have charged two juveniles with vandalism in the destruction of Arrowhead Stadium’s big G sign.
Howland stadium foundation kickoff meeting this evening
The Howland Community Stadium Foundation invites the public to attend a kickoff meeting for a new Howland Community Stadium from 6 to 7:30 p.m. today at Leo’s Ristorante, 7042 E. Market St.
Van DeCree begins prison term
Van DeCree, 59, of Warren, a former All-America football defensive end in 1973 and 1974 for Ohio State University, has begun serving a seven-month prison term after pleading guilty to violating the terms of a sentencing program.
Consumer confidence dips
Americans’ confidence in the economy fell slightly in September from August, as many became less optimistic about hiring and pay increases over the next six months.
Sarisky leads Hubbard past Canfield
After a loss to Canfield earlier in the season, the Hubbard volleyball team entered Tuesday night’s match seeking revenge.
YSU gets a chance at redemption against SIU
Just about everything that went wrong with Youngstown State’s 2012 season could be found in the giant turkeyburger that was the Penguins’ 38-21 loss to Southern Illinois.
Fitch, Western Reserve atop computer ratings
If the Ohio High School Athletic Association football playoffs began this week, 15 Mahoning Valley teams would qualify for the postseason under the state’s new seven-division setup.
St Rose School's centennial starts Thursday
Three hundred people will celebrate the school’s 100th year.
Youngstown School District finances look brighter after cuts
The district’s per pupil cost is high compared to even other urban districts
NCAA to restore Penn State scholarships
Penn State will gradually get back football scholarships taken away over the Jerry Sandusky child molestation scandal, the NCAA announced Tuesday.
Boardman eases to Mahoning cross country titles
As John Phillips sees it, his Boardman cross country squad has been building for this year over the last three seasons, thanks in large part to senior Mark Hadley.
Affordable Care Act | 10 things you need to know
Associated Press 4444A. Polls show many Americans remain mystified by the Patient Protection
GOLF ROUNDUP | Tuesday’s sectional tournament
East Palestine became the seventh area high school golf team to qualify for the district level by finishing third on Tuesday in the boys Division II sectional at Elms Country Club west of Massillon.
Some states erect roadblocks as enrollment in health-care law looms
The individuals and groups tasked with helping people enroll for health insurance coverage under the Affordable Care Act are facing a stiff head wind of restrictive laws, regulations and outright obstruction in some Republican-led states.
Valley unemployment rate largely unchanged in August
Economists and others say some data suggests the Valley is faring better than other regions
Struthers district to require tickets at all sporting events
Board's next meeting is scheduled for Oct. 22
Coitsville begins investigation into crash with new cruiser
The crash heavily damaged the township police department's new cruiser.
Work started to convert Wick Building to 52 rental units
The work will cost $15 million to $16 million
Youngstown cops find burglary cache
City workers take rims and other items seized from a Ravine Road home in Youngstown to a truck Tuesday. Police served a search warrant at the home as part of an investigation into a series of burglaries on the East Side.
METRO DIGEST || Howland stadium kick-off tonight
Stadium foundation HOWLAND The Howland Community Stadium Foundation invites the public to attend
JPMorgan Chase to cut 440 jobs
JPMorgan Chase to cut 440 jobs columbus JPMorgan Chase & Co. will cut about 440 jobs in the
Benedict defends record to atheist
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Seven months after leaving the papacy, emeritus Pope Benedict XVI
Regional chamber is hosting a JEDD forum on Oct. 1
Government officials and employees from Mahoning and Trumbull counties are invited
Over the line
Over the line Next week Rebecca Nieminen Sloan will share her Cajun favorites at Hill’s Country
Woman sentenced to three years in prison in mobile robbery
Woman sentenced to three years in prison in mobile robbery
Browns’ Taylor fires back at Peterson
Cleveland Browns nose tackle Phil Taylor believes the defense made a statement by holding Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson in check.
2 Warren men charged with felony robbery
The victim said he knew the robbers and gave their description to police.
Man charged in stabbing
The man is charged with stabbing his neighbor, police Chief Jeff Palmer said.
Changing with the seasons
Family Features Just as our wardrobe adjusts to the cooler weather, so, too, do our appetites as
Judges weigh exemption for health law
Associated Press WASHINGTON A federal appeals court is considering whether for-profit businesses
Obama, Iran’s Rouhani back renewed talks
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS Hopeful yet unyielding, President Barack Obama and new Iranian
Seasonal pumpkin doughnuts
Family Features Autumn is here, and along with those cool, crisp mornings comes a craving for
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday West Branch school board, work session 6 p.m., regular meeting 7:30 p.m., media
oddly enough
oddly enough Young moose hangs around Entiat ENTIAT, Wash. Leave the moose alone. That’s the
Obama’s war on coal
Opinion: News and Sentinel, Parkersburg, W. Va.: President Barack Obama and his minions clearly are hoping
Schools must tell state of intent to apply for grant
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Schools and districts have a little more than a week to
Last-minute travel for Steelers
Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is trying to keep things as normal as he can these days, believing routine and repetition will lead to a sense of comfort and — he hopes — success.
Obama’s political stock in free fall
Opinion: This has been the worst time, politically, for President Barack Obama since he took office. Recent
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.62 .00 Avalon
This week’s video game releases include:
This week’s video game releases include: v “Batman Arkham Bundle”: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360; rated
METRO DIGEST || Pavlik pleads not guilty
Pavlik plea CANFIELD Former middleweight boxing champion Kelly Pavlik did not appear in Canfield
Cold weather calls for warm, cozy meals Hearty meals for chilly evenings
Family Features Brisk autumn evenings call for warm, homemade meals that bring the family together
Youngstown voters can learn from Niles drilling-ban repeal
Editorial: To its credit, Niles City Council last week used the power of repeal in the noble spirit it has been
MAHONING COUNTY Courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Timothy E. Slabaugh, 38, Mohnton, Pa., and Rebecca D.
mlb roundup Tuesday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Rays 7, Yankees 0 NEW YORK Matt Moore had New York flailing for five wild
Skeletal remains found in buried car
Associated Press ELK POINT, S.D. Investigators found skeletal remains inside an old Studebaker
Cole helps Pirates take wild-card lead
Gerrit Cole threw six strong innings and the Pirates took over the NL wild-card lead, beating the Chicago Cubs, 8-2, Tuesday night.
YSU tops Robert Morris in volleyball
YSU tops Robert Morris in volleyball Moon Township, Pa. Youngstown State senior Missy Hundelt
GOP in risky fight with Obama
Associated Press WASHINGTON Under relentless pressure from their right wing, Republicans are in
Giambi’s blast saves game for Indians
In a stunning season of walk-off wins, late-inning comebacks and magical moments, Jason Giambi provided the most stirring one yet.
Wreaking havoc on animals
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Both the old and new media agree on is this: If you need a story
Warren council finance panel urges borrowing $9.5M
Staff report WARREN Warren City Council’s finance committee recommended Tuesday that the full
Prosecutors ask judge for life with no parole for Warren killer
Prosecutors will ask Judge Ronald Rice for the maximum penalty for Richard A. Clark, 40, who killed Dwayne Hickman at Hickman’s Williamsburg Street Northwest home in March.
Toys ‘R’ Us to hire 45,000 for season
Associated Press NEW YORK Toys “R” Us plans to hire 45,000 seasonal workers at its stores and
Obama, Clinton tout health-care law
Associated Press NEW YORK President Barack Obama and former President Bill Clinton took to the
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Buckeyes not just a finesse team
Both Ohio State and Wisconsin are best when running. Wisconsin is third in the nation in rushing, averaging 350 yards. Ohio State is sixth at 311.
Appetites, Ingredients Change with the Seasons
Appetites, Ingredients Change with the Seasons (Family Features) Just as our wardrobe
POLICE CALLS IN GIRARD, LIBERTY
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty: GIRARD Sept. 21
Top of the list
Top of the list Who’s in first place? Who’s in second? Who’s next on the Burger Guyz’ hit list?
Commissioners to award contracts for $10.6 million Kinsman sewer project
Commissioners to award contracts for $10.6 million Kinsman sewer project
Valley must come together in fight for existing, new jobs
Editorial: There are A COUPLE OF initiatives that require the attention of the Mahoning Valley and the state of
newsmakers
newsmakers Fitz and actress Kaylee DeFer have first child NEW YORK Kaylee DeFer and Fitz of