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Spanish foods, fun center stage downtown this weekend
Eddie Encarnacion and Maria Morales of Youngstown dance at 4th annual Youngstown Spanish Heritage Festival downtown Friday. The event continues through Sunday.
Stories published August 16, 2014
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Vets of every conflict since WWII attend 35th Marine Reunion tonight
“From the Halls of Montezuma, to the shores of Tripoli; We fight our country’s battles in the air, on land and sea. First to fight for right and freedom, and to keep our honor clean. We are proud to claim the title of United States Marine.”
Local group looking toward grant to help rehab Route 422 corridor
A federal grant of at least $10 million would go a long way toward rehabilitating the U.S. Route 422 corridor from Youngstown into Girard.
Black babies in Ohio run highest risk in nation of not living to 1st birthday
If you are a black child born in Ohio, you have the worst chance of surviving until your first birthday of any state in the nation.
Rayen School started higher ed in the Valley, lecturer contends
When it comes to advanced education, Youngstown State University is probably the first school that comes to mind for most area residents, but a longtime city high school also should be in the mix, a local historian contends.
Choices expanding for students returning to Mahoning Valley schools this year
Another city school year begins with new programs as the district continues its plan to offer more choices for students, while other Mahoning Valley districts implement a science, technology, engineering and mathematics curriculum.Another city school year begins with new programs as the district continues its plan to offer more choices for students, while other Mahoning Valley districts implement a science, technology, engineering and mathematics curriculum.
YSU graduates nearly 400 at summer commencement today
The smile on his face made it hard to tell that, for Cecil Monroe, graduating from Youngstown State University wasn’t an entirely happy occasion.
Valley's longest hitters take aim at inaugural Greatest Driver title
As it turned out, there’s plenty of power to go around.
Drivers beware: 2 OVI checkpoints tonight in Howland
The Ohio State Highway Patrol, along with the Howland Township Police Department, have two OVI (operating a vehicle impaired) checkpoints tonight, at 10 p.m. and 3 a.m. on North Road and state Route 46 in Howland.
Perry latest Republican-hopeful to face legal woes, and only one indicted
As they form exploratory committees, consider the grueling prospect of a national campaign with their families and begin hiring staff in key presidential battleground states, three potential Republican White House candidates also face the distraction of legal troubles back at home.
Couple charged in abduction of Amish girls may have planned more kidnappings
A couple accused of kidnapping two young Amish sisters were prowling for easy targets and may have also planned to abduct other children, a sheriff said Saturday.
Curfew ordered in Ferguson in wake of teen's killing by cop
Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon declared a state of emergency today and imposed a curfew in the St. Louis suburb where a black teenager was shot to death by a white police officer a week ago.
Sen McCaskill: Overarming police with military equipment now problem, not solution
After a decade of sending military equipment to civilian police departments across the country, federal officials are reconsidering the idea in light of the violence in Ferguson, Missouri.
Islamic extremists execute scores of Yazidi men, boys, then abduct wives, kids
Islamic extremists shot scores of Yazidi men to death in Iraq, lining them up in small groups and opening fire with assault rifles before abducting their wives and children, according to an eyewitness, government officials and people who live in the area.
Jennifer Moritz, John Millerleile will wed in Sept.
Jennifer Moritz and John Millerleile, both of Poland, are engaged and planning their wedding, their
Kaitlin Cook, Jerremy Howell will wed Aug 23
BLOOMINGTON, IL. Kaitlin Cook of Chicago and Jerremy Howell of Oak Park, Ill., will marry Aug. 23,
Vanessa Nittoli, Craig Walters plan Sept. rites
PITTSBURGH Vanessa K. Nittoli and Craig A. Walters, both of Pittsburgh, are engaged and plan to
Melissa Wright, William Wilson plan Sept. rites
MCDONALD Melissa L. Wright and William A. Wilson, both of McDonald, are engaged and plan to wed,
Gina Markovich, Sean Chance to exchange vows
CANFIELD John and Carol Markovich of Canfield are announcing the upcoming marriage of their
Angela Urban, Travis Oberlin plan Sept. rites
HUBBARD Steve and Carmel Urban of Hubbard are announcing the upcoming wedding of their daughter,
MVHS leaders will offer free program
MVHS leaders will offer free program YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning Valley Historical Society’s Young
Scrappers’ latest loss drops them to 25-35
As the days grow shorter, so too do the hopes of a winning record for the Mahoning Valley Scrappers.
YSU trustees’ role in hiring surprises consultant
THe board changed the policy last year, requiring trustee approval for appointment of high-level positions
Hubbard driver to race at Michigan International today, Sharon Speedway tonight
Today will be a long, tiring day for Hubbard’s Jimmy Weller.
Prosecutors share 576 hours of Oakhill-related tapes with defense
John A. McNally provided Cafaro Co. lawyers with the county’s confidential offer for Oakhill, prosecutors say.
Pettine’s plan: Pick starting QB Tuesday
Finally, at long last, the Browns have a date to name their quarterback. Decision day is Tuesday for Brian Hoyer and Johnny Manziel.
Hollywood Gaming's new hires excited for opportunity
Two Valley residents express excitement for new career path.
Mooney’s Butler medalist in Bishop’s Cup tournament
Cait Butler shot a round of 80 at Mill Creek Golf Course to help the Cardinals finish second.
East Side prison sit-in about food, medical care
The protest started with 40-50 Dominican prisoners and grew to more than 200.
Boardman High's drug testing done for athletes, drivers
Drug testing of student athletes and drivers for the start of the school year wrapped up Friday, as per the high school’s new mandatory drug-testing policy in effect for the 2014-15 school year.
NASCAR bars drivers from fleeing to track
Stewart incident prompted racing organization to take action
SPORTS DIGEST || Boardman’s Croutch commits to YSU
Boardman’s Croutch commits to YSU Boardman Boardman senior linebacker Evan Croutch announced on
King’s Kamp focuses on fun, learning as path to success
A youth police academy is part of the program at E.B. Family Life Center
Naked man says he's high on acid, wants to see Jesus
Kotch turned himself in to authorities Friday morning
Home for Good program gets donation of computers
Community Initiative to Reduce Violence and the mayor’s office made it possible
Drug charges pending in Campbell for Lorain couple
There were arrested in Campbell after a traffic stop
Spanish foods, fun center stage downtown this weekend
Eddie Encarnacion and Maria Morales of Youngstown dance at 4th annual Youngstown Spanish Heritage Festival downtown Friday. The event continues through Sunday.
Goals different for Bills, Steelers tonight
The Steelers haven’t won an exhibition game in nearly two years.
Memorial Baptist Church hosting Korean congregation
They share beliefs of the Southern Baptist Convention
Birthdays
Birthdays Sportscaster Frank Gifford is 84. Actress Julie Newmar is 81. Actress Carole Shelley is
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joseph A. Valerio Jr., 49, of 367 Devitt Ave.,
Lake Erie water moves to forefront for lawmakers
Associated Press OREGON, Ohio One of the many ideas being floated to deal with the blue-green
Board certifies ballot
A GOP replacement candidate for county auditor was certified for the Nov. 4 ballot.
METRO DIGEST || Sheriff Greene warns of jury duty scam
Jury-duty scam YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene is warning of a scam involving
Post-office meeting
Post-office meeting BOARDMAN Leadership from the Youngstown post office will meet today with
Honor life of Robin Williams with focus on mental illness
Editorial: In remembering the artistic genius of Robin Williams, who died this week at 63, many of us will
AID AND ARMS
Associated Press BRUSSELS The European Union on Friday forged a unified response to the rapid
Debate rages over charters
Opinion: COLUMBUS There are certain issues with divides so deep and proponents and opponents so entrenched
Revival planned
Revival planned YOUNGSTOWN Mount Olive Fire Baptized Holiness Church, 124 W. Marion Ave., will
METRO DIGEST || School supplies needed
Collecting supplies YOUNGSTOWN Martin Luther Lutheran Church is collecting supplies for its
America Makes provides $4 million for project
Effort will attempt to help Air Force reduce costs by repairing, instead of replacing components.
Elio ready for the road
Associated Press ROYAL OAK, Mich. Your next commuter car could have two seats, three wheels and
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people on these charges this week. They will be
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Peter and Allison Perry, Youngstown, boy, Aug. 14. Joe and
Real-life masterpiece
MOVIE REVIEW ‘BOYHOOD’ Grade: A Credits: Written and directed by Richard Linklater; cast
Funding approved for rail project in Mercer, Lawrence
STC approves more than $1 million for rail improvements in Mercer and Lawrence counties
Monks make stop on ‘compassion tour’
Staff report BOARDMAN The monks of Gaden Shartse Dokhang are on a compassion tour to share their
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Brier Hill Italian Fest, noon to 11 p.m.: The Rocco Monaco Band
A not-so-rosy US recovery
Opinion: Orange County Register: Two new reports that taken together provide a pretty good picture of how
EU: Status quo for Gaza ‘not an option’
Associated Press BRUSSELS The European Union offered Friday to take charge of Gaza’s border
Huge crowds greet pope at beatification in South Korea
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea Hundreds of thousands of people turned out today for one of
US Marine who urinated on corpses in Afghanistan dies
US Marine who urinated on corpses in Afghanistan dies RALEIGH, N.C. A decorated retired Marine
Lawsuit in Ohio corpse-abuse case can go forward
Associated Press CINCINNATI A lawsuit against officials in a county where a morgue attendant
Senator calls for change in surveillance
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. When it comes to searches by law enforcement, U.S. Sen. Ron
Man accused of burning cat pleads not guilty
Associated Press CLEVELAND An Ohio man accused of setting a cat on fire has pleaded not guilty
SALMONELLA OUTBREAK Ex-manager’s testimony dominates trial
Associated Press ALBANY, GA. Two weeks into the trial of three people charged in a deadly
Ohio abortion clinic to close unless it appeals
Associated Press CINCINNATI A suburban abortion clinic that had been allowed to remain open
Sunday news shows
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Reps. Tulsi Gabbard, D-Hawaii, and
newsmakers
newsmakers Jackie Chan: It’s time to slow down LONDON Action-movie veteran Jackie Chan admits
Ohio unemployment down from last year
The Ohio unemployment rate was down in July compared to last year with this year’s rate at 5.7 percent compared to 7.3 percent in 2013, according to the data released Friday.
GM production to possibly halt in October
General Motors Lordstown employees were told the weeks of Oct. 20 and Oct. 27 off will be a qualifying layoff, which is subject to change.