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Stories published August 30, 2014

Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Saudi king warns Islamic State will hit Europe next month, then US if no international response

The king of Saudi Arabia has warned that extremists could attack Europe and the U.S. if there is not a strong international response to terrorism after the Islamic State group seized a wide territory across Iraq and Syria.


Al-Quaida linked Syrians attacking UN peacekeepers

Clashes erupted between al-Qaida-linked Syrian rebels and U.N. peacekeepers in the Golan Heights on Saturday after the militants surrounded their encampment, activists and officials said, as the international organization risked being sucked further into the conflict.


5 US air strikes hit Islamic State targets

The U.S. military says fighter aircraft and unmanned drones have struck Islamic State militants near Iraq's Mosul Dam.


Final score: Ohio State 34, Navy 17

The Buckeyes struggled much of the day, but took control in the second half.


Final score: Illinois 28, YSU 17

The Penguins gave the Illini all they wanted for most of the game.


Illinois defeats YSU 28-17

Illinois defeats YSU 28-17.


Illinois leads YSU 21-17 in fourth quarter

Illinois leads YSU 21-17 in fourth quarter.


YSU leads Illinois 17-14 early in fourth

YSU leads Illinois 17-14 early in fourth.


YSU leads Illinois 9-7 entering fourth

YSU leads Illinois 9-7 entering fourth.


Saturday's high school football scores

Saturday's scores


Yvonne Ford is installed to lead Juniors for GFWC

A Poland women is installed to a leadership position in the GFWC.

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Dahlia show will determine which is the best bloom

The local dahlia society gears up for a big show.

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Mazzupappa, McCoy nuptials set for Oct. 11

Samuel and JoAnn Mazzupappa of Poland are announcing the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Samantha Jo Mazzupappa, and Joshua Alan McCoy, both of Pataskala, Ohio.

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Marla Davis, Will Klatt will exchange vows

YOUNGSTOWN Linda and Murray Davis of Youngstown are announcing the engagement of their daughter,

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Color run/walk set in Austintown Park

Color run/walk set in Austintown Park AUSTINTOWN The Yellow Brick Place Color vs Cancer 5K


Austintown nursing home opposes outdoor racino concerts

Loud outdoor concerts would disrupt the nursing home environment, lawyer says.


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Fitch veterans soar past Harding

Just before making the backbreaking play of the game, Fitch senior wide receiver Joey Harrington admitted he didn’t see it coming.


Youngstown City Hall cleaner charged with taking city credit card

Allegedly rang up charges for alcohol, clothes


Week 1 victory not in cards for Canfield

In the heart of fair country, there wasn’t much to crow about at Cardinal Stadium on Friday night as Louisville dismantled Canfield, 24-7.


Law director rejects Youngstown councilwomen's measure to hire outside counsel

City law director is refusing the request for such legislation


Penguins looking to pull off another surprise

In 2012, the Penguins did more than just compete in the first half, they dominated Pitt 31-17 to earn one of the biggest wins in school history.


South Avenue business owners look to reform merchants’ association

The association would ‘rejuvenate’ the area, says one supporter


Hubbard dances past Lakeview

The star of the show was senior running back Larry Scott, who dazzled for 259 yards and four touchdowns.


Man shot on South Ave. is Youngstown's 10th homicide victim of year

Died after being taken to hospital


Boardman’s improved numbers not enough against D-I power

The Boardman Spartans had depth issues a season ago when their roster dipped below the 40-player mark.


Sweets take Stick 'Em up contest

A 9-year-old and 17-year-old took first place in their divisions


Silent film to include live pipe organ

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., will continue its tradition of


sutliff museum Lecture series focuses on antiques

Staff report WARREN The Sutliff Museum’s fall lecture series will begin Sept. 16 with “Antique


SPORTS DIGEST || YOA Saturday sports clinics kick off today

YOA Saturday sports clinics kick off today canfield Youngstown Orthopaedic Associates’ Saturday


YSU extends Wolford’s contract

Youngstown State coach Eric Wolford signed a one-year contract extension on Tuesday that will keep him with the Penguins through next season.


Prep roundup | Other results

Volleyball Springfield 25-14-25-14-15, Crestview 13-25-20-25-11 SPRINGFIELD Elizabeth


Struthers Shop with a Cop to host benefit car show

Struthers police host the second annual car show to benefit Shop with a Cop Sept. 21


METRO DIGEST || Motorcyclist injured in Sharon

Motorcyclist injured SHARON A motorcycle accident at Beatty and Sheakleyville Greenville roads


Vindy reporter gets hands dirty, steer clean

Emmalee Torisk succeeded in her task without getting her foot broken. See below


Family carries on popcorn tradition at Canfield Fair

By EMMALEE C. TORISK etorisk@vindy.com CANFIELD Each of Peggy and Harry Potts’ visits to the


Music fest for children’s hospital

Staff report BOARDMAN The inaugural Rock for Kids music festival will be Sept. 14 at the Magic


Sewing the seeds of creativity

By KALEA HALL khall@vindy.com CANFIELD Gary Little likes to tinker. The 64-year-old


Bishop oks ALS challenge at Diocese schools if direct gift

Students of St. Charles School in Boardman chilled out Friday afternoon on the lawn in front of the school as 24 staff members answered the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge by being doused with ice water. Donations collected from the event will go to retired Boardman teacher Christine Terlesky, who has ALS.

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Parochial vicar

Parochial vicar YOUNGSTOWN Bishop George V. Murry of the Diocese of Youngstown has appointed the


newsmakers

newsmakers Cee Lo Green pleads no contest in drug case LOS ANGELES Cee Lo Green pleaded no


Holy Family youth ministry takes mission trip to Kentucky

The group and 2 others from Diocese of Youngstown do work projects


New pastor at St. Nicholas

New pastor at St. Nicholas YOUNGSTOWN The Rev. Yanni Verginis is serving as pastor of St.


168th canfield FAIR | Schedule of events

Free daily fair activities Antique equipment: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at southeast corner of


Britain raises threat level

Associated Press LONDON Prime Minister David Cameron pledged Friday to plug gaps in Britain’s


Births

Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Nicholas and Erika Toy, North Lima, girl, Aug. 28. David


POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN

POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND


Body of missing woman found in Cuyahoga River

Associated Press BRECKSVILLE, Ohio A body found in a river in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park


Stocks end higher after strong run in August

Associated Press The Standard & Poor’s 500 index delivered its fourth record high in five days


Startups offer banking on smartphones

Associated Press NEW YORK The latest banks are small enough to fit in the palm of your hand.


LOTTERY

LOTTERY Friday’s numbers multistate Mega Millions3-26-45-58-73 Mega Ball12 Megaplier2


Jury acquits Ohio pain doctor on 26 of 27 counts

Associated Press AKRON A jury has acquitted a northeast Ohio pain doctor of all but one of the


Palestinian leader says Hamas caused prolonged war

Palestinian leader says Hamas caused prolonged war RAMALLAH, West Bank Palestinian President


Sunday news shows

Sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Rep. Tom Cole,


Today’s entertainment picks:

Today’s entertainment picks: v Canfield Fair, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.: Harness racing at 11 a.m. and


Ohio Dems in state of flux

Opinion: COLUMBUS The last thing Chris Redfern and the Ohio Democratic Party need is vocal, public


Just use common sense

Opinion: The Journal of New Ulm, Minn.: A news item out of Arizona is an example that even a constitutional


Feds review Reynolds’ deal to buy Lorillard

Associated Press RICHMOND, Va. Federal regulators are putting Camel cigarette maker Reynolds


YSU trustees should reassess role they’re playing in hiring

Editorial: Lost in all the excitement of James P. Tressel taking over the presidency of Youngstown State


Chrysler stock could be back on the market soon

Associated Press DETROIT U.S. investors should soon be able to buy stock in Chrysler for the


Rise Pies to open its first location

Rise Pies to open its first location BOARDMAN Rise Pies will officially open its first location


Harrison, Volquez lead Bucs over Reds

Edinson Volquez loves how Josh Harrison plays the game. He thinks the third baseman is the most valuable player in the National League.


Friday’s other football games

Ursuline 13, Walsh Jesuit 9 STOW Ursuline twice came from behind to post a significant early-


Friday On the links

Friday On the links Pro golf results DEUTSCHE BANK CHAMPIONSHIP NORTON, MASS. Ryan Palmer


Salazar, Santana lead Tribe over KC in series opener

Carlos Santana connected in the ninth inning for his 22nd home run, helped Cleveland win for the fifth time in six games.


Pa. Medicaid could change without Corbett

Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Gov. Tom Corbett has won approval for elements of a federally


MAHONING COUNTY COURTS

courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Rydell B. Duke, 26, of 447 Cohasset Drive,


Birthdays

Birthdays Actor Bill Daily is 87. Actress Elizabeth Ashley is 75. Actor Ben Jones is 73. Actress


Man runs from police, leaves gun behind

Marquise Shelton faces several charges, including resisting arrest


Kasich detractors’ options dwindle as election nears

Associated Press COLUMBUS So you’re among the half of Ohio voters who weren’t planning to vote


Actor, producer at film commission booth

Actor, producer at film commission booth Randy Wayne, actor and Hollywood producer, will be at


Years Ago

Today is Saturday, Aug. 30, the 242nd day of 2014. There are 123 days left in the year.


METRO DIGEST || Man charged with resisting arrest

Man charged with resisting arrest YOUNGSTOWN A man who police tried to pull over about 11:10


LABOR DAY | What’s open/closed

A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed for Labor Day,


Security fears

Associated Press WASHINGTON The case of Mehdi Nemmouche haunts U.S. intelligence officials.


MAHONING county | Indictments

A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people on these charges this week. They will be