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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.


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Jennifer Moritz, John Millerleile will wed in Sept.

Jennifer Moritz and John Millerleile, both of Poland, are engaged and planning their wedding, their

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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,

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Vanessa Nittoli, Craig Walters plan Sept. rites

PITTSBURGH Vanessa K. Nittoli and Craig A. Walters, both of Pittsburgh, are engaged and plan to

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Melissa Wright, William Wilson plan Sept. rites

MCDONALD Melissa L. Wright and William A. Wilson, both of McDonald, are engaged and plan to wed,

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Gina Markovich, Sean Chance to exchange vows

CANFIELD John and Carol Markovich of Canfield are announcing the upcoming marriage of their

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Angela Urban, Travis Oberlin plan Sept. rites

HUBBARD Steve and Carmel Urban of Hubbard are announcing the upcoming wedding of their daughter,

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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


Criminal complaint filed in Bazetta fake credit-card case

Over 100 credit cards found in car


Five enter pleas in New York to Youngstown heroin ring

Sentencings are set for November


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.


LaRoche, Nationals extend Bucs’ skid

Marte homered for Pirates


Federer, Serena win to reach semifinals

Roger Federer still has his touch in Cincinnati.


Goals different for Bills, Steelers tonight

The Steelers haven’t won an exhibition game in nearly two years.


Hornish comfortable at Mid-Ohio

Sam Hornish Jr. thinks he has a home-track advantage.


Length of games could be target

New commissioner might act on Rose’s petition


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.


Aviles’ walkoff homer lifts Tribe past Orioles

Kluber is unbeaten in eight games


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


LOTTERY

LOTTERY Friday’s numbers multistate Mega Millions16-19-28-29-68 Mega Ball9 Megaplier2


Years Ago

Today is Saturday, Aug. 16, the 228th day of 2014. There are 137 days left in the year.


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


Man jailed in domestic violence case

Accused of driving into girlfriend's car


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.


Pacers’ George looks ahead to recovery in 2015

NBA star broke his leg in two places


Steelers slash, raise prices

‘Hard Knocks’ needs the Browns