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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
YSU faculty union leader wants Tressel to intervene in negotiations
Youngstown State University’s faculty union leader wrote to President Jim Tressel that she’s disappointed in his lack of effort to stand behind faculty, and asked him to step in and help with protracted negotiations.
Several county-wide tax requests on November ballot
Despite what it will say on the ballot, the Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County is not seeking a tax increase.
Austintown racino spokesman: 'Time to start thinking of this project as done'
Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course officially opens its doors Sept. 17.
Youngstown students honing skills at summer band camp
“Band, ten-hut!” shouts Shawn Marko, the new director of instrumental music for Youngstown City Schools.
Preparations under way for Canfield Fair's Aug. 27 opening
This year is Craig L. Myers’ first as fair board president, but it’s certainly not his first at the Canfield Fair.
Judge cites trafficker's good qualities before ordering probation
Even the prosecuting attorney acknowledged that a man being sentenced for two drug-trafficking charges Wednesday had some positive things going for him.
Grand jury to consider Petroff arson case
A man accused of setting fire to his ex-girlfriend’s garage, truck and home had his case bound over to a Mahoning County grand jury Wednesday after a preliminary hearing.
Pastor Dave grows tranquil garden for St. Catherine's parishioners
The Bible says there was an abundance of life in the Garden of Eden.
Teen apologizes in Judge Evans' court for string of ATM robberies
Denzel Searcy told a judge sentencing him to seven years in prison for robbery that he did receive his high-school diploma.
Debris fire kept firefighters busy at former RG Steel mill
RG Steel fire brought under control after three hours
Police: 1 woman ran down another with her car in Columbus
1 woman ran down another with her car in Columbus
Classic car show fundraiser today in Hermitage, Pa.
Classic car show fundraiser today in Hermitage, Pa.
Jurors hear final arguments in porch shooting case
Jurors hear final arguments in porch shooting case
OSU band alumni group still wants director rehired
OSU band alumni group still wants director rehired
Poland man faces drug charges after arrest in Boardman
Poland man faces drug charges after arrest in Boardman
Veteran charged in Pa. robbery-slaying says he has PTSD
Veteran charged in Pa. robbery-slaying says he has PTSD
Indirect Israel-Hamas talks on Gaza start in Cairo
Indirect Israel-Hamas talks on Gaza start in Cairo
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Poland United Methodist Church, 1940 Boardman-Poland Road, will have takeout dinners
Poland church plans funfest in the yard
Poland church plans funfest in the yard POLAND Heritage Presbyterian Church, 1951 Mathews Road,
Wings-n-Wheels to celebrate aviation museum's opening
People will be flying to Warren this weekend for a grand opening.
Prosecutors praise harsh Lupo prison sentence
‘Environmental crimes are extremely serious matters,’ U.S. Attorney says after Ben Lupo gets 28 months in federal prison.
Powell sentenced to 12 years, 11 months in Detroit-to-Warren drug conspiracy
A Warren man charged in a major drug distribution conspiracy has been sentenced to nearly 13 years in federal prison after his guilty plea.
County commissioners, port authority: panel will continue
Close to four hours of meetings put the commissioners from Mahoning and Trumbull counties and members of the Western Reserve Port Authority in a good mood Tuesday afternoon.
Canfield falls, but advances to regional semifinals
Ohio champions get a rematch against Illinois on Thursday
Youngstown schools get grants for reading and college readiness
The $400,000 in new money is for after-school programs at McGuffey Elementary and East High schools
Warren man to be sentenced Nov. 6 for role in Ponzi scheme
A Warren man pleaded guilty Tuesday in federal court to 12 counts of wire fraud and money laundering for his role in a $20 million Ponzi scheme
Good teaching comes first, technology can help, speaker says
Teachers learn tools shouldn’t get in the way of learning
SPORTS DIGEST || Valley’s Greatest Driver contest has openings
Valley’s Greatest Driver contest has openings Ever wonder how your distance off the tee stacks up
Event will feature jazz music and wine
The Lake Milton Nature Arts Council, in collaboration with the Dana School of Music, will present YSU Jazz & Wine Under the Stars this Saturday at the Lake Milton State Park Amphitheater.
Kansas is coming to Stambaugh
Kansas, the classic rock band known for hits like “Carry on My Wayward Son” and “Dust In the Wind,” will come to Stambaugh Auditorium.
Youngstown design committee approves 2 downtown building demos
Committee members also approved landscaping for the former Paramount Theater location
Anti-fracking group seeks bill’s passage 4th time
By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A group of Youngstown activists hopes the
Newton Falls voters may get to weigh in on tax credit
The village clerk will file a citizens referendum, making it possible that Newton Falls voters may get to decide in the Nov. 4 election whether to reverse a decision by village council.
Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation awards $153,000 for Trumbull projects
The Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation has awarded $153,200 in grants to 10 health-oriented projects in Trumbull County.
Discovery Channel renews Fat ‘N Furious
The crew at Christmas Automotive replaces an engine in a scene from “Fat ‘N Furious.” From left are Chuck Kountz, Tommy Christmas and Steve McGranahan. The show’s strong finish in the ratings earned it a renewal for a second season.
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
QB Hoyer taking snaps again with first team
Pettine hasn’t commited to a starter against Lions
Gay-marriage amendments are flooding federal courts
Associated Press CINCINNATI Federal appeals courts soon will hear arguments in gay-marriage
YOUNGSTOWN FOUNDATION | Grant awards
Twenty-nine area organizations received grants totaling $334,909 by the distribution committee of
Missouri ready to execute prisoner
Missouri ready to execute prisoner ST. LOUIS The U.S. Supreme Court and Missouri’s governor
2nd US Ebola patient arrives in Atlanta
Associated Press ATLANTA An American aid worker infected with Ebola arrived Tuesday in Atlanta,
Struthers man facing attempted murder charge may get new lawyer
Charged with attempted murder during argument with wife
Kasich adds $2M to his campaign war chest
In June and July, more than 100 contributors chipped in $10,000 or more to the governor’s re-election efforts.
Israel, Hamas plan to negotiate new Gaza deal
Associated Press GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP The outlines of a solution for battered, blockaded Gaza
Afghan soldier kills US general, wounds about 15
Associated Press KABUL, AFGHANISTAN An American major general was shot to death Tuesday in one
Subaru recalls 5 models over air bags
Subaru recalls 5 models over air bags DETROIT Subaru is recalling an undetermined number of
Russian tourists stranded abroad as crisis grows
Associated Press MOSCOW Last week, tens of thousands of Russians sunning themselves on Italian
Campbell cops arrest men for drug possession
One man has a court hearing Aug. 12; the other will be in court Friday
Trumbull Republicans choose J.D. Williams to run for commissioner
The Trumbull County Republican Party’s Central Committee chose J.D. Williams of Liberty to run against Democrat Mauro Cantalamessa for Trumbull County commissioner.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Sharknado’ cuts up week’s Nielsen ratings NEW YORK With “Sharknado” and a tight
Boy, 9, dies after being stabbed by a 12-year-old
Associated Press KENTWOOD, MICH. A 9-year-old boy repeatedly stabbed by a 12-year-old at a
Colo. Democrats avoid fracking fight
Associated Press DENVER Colorado Democrats avoided a politically costly fight over oil and gas
Obama announces $33B in commitments for Africa
Associated Press WASHINGTON Seeking to strengthen America’s financial foothold in Africa,
Surplus food
Surplus food Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, produce giveaway 11
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mathews school board, special meeting, 5 p.m., library, Baker Elementary, 4095
METRO DIGEST | Sidewalk closing for Party on the Plaza
Sidewalk to close for Party on Plaza YOUNGSTOWN The sidewalk and front area of Warehouse 50, 47
Coroner rules death of Warren man homicide by multiple gunshot wounds
The Trumbull County coroner has ruled that Mitchell Pruitt, 50, of 1570 Deerfield St. SW, died of multiple gunshot wounds and his death is a homicide.
Living in post-thinking era
Opinion: Some have said that we are living in a post-industrial era, while others have said that we are
Ask Mr. Know It All
Q. By mid-summer, vegetables and fruit in our 1-acre garden are ripe and ready to be canned. We can
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joseph D. Parenti, 23, of 628 E. Long Ave., New
YNDC receives $300k from local bank for lending
The Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation has found a new partner in its mission to get more homeowners in the city.
Man charged with felonious assault in Willow Lake Park incident
Jamie Jewell, 20, of state Route 193 in Dorset, Ohio, is in the Trumbull County jail.
Let Toledo water crisis raise level of concern over toxic algae
Editorial: Last weekend’s water crisis in Northwest Ohio brought untold amounts of hardship, sacrifice and
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Sean and Tracy Ross, Warren, boy, Aug. 2. (correction) John
Toledo water crisis must raise level of concern over toxic algae
Editorial: Last weekend’s water crisis in Northwest Ohio brought untold amounts of hardship, sacrifice and
Distracted passengers abound
Opinion: Grand Haven (Mich.) Tribune: You would have had to be living in a cave to have not heard the term
Today is Wednesday, Aug. 6, the 218th day of 2014
Today is Wednesday, Aug. 6, the 218th day of 2014. There are 147 days left in the year.
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Couple wants middle names to include ‘Seamonster’ HOLYOKE, Mass. Sea monsters may
Television series and movies released on DVD this week include:
Television series and movies released on DVD this week include: v “Californication: The Final
SANDLOTS On area diamonds
SOFTBALL JUNIOR LEAGUE Indiana 5, Boardman 1 AKRON Morgan Smith tossed a five-hitter as the
This is a big month for the Burger Guyz
This is a big month for the Burger Guyz August is a big burger month for the Burger Guyz. After
A brewery with bark and bite
A brewery with bark and bite Ohio-based Thirsty Dog Brewing Co. has a high quality and diverse
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