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Last call sounds for former Poland chief ’Sonny’ Chinowth
Dozens of firefighters from multiple area departments, along with family and friends, said goodbye to Edwin “Sonny” Chinowth, former chief of the Western Reserve Joint ...
Stories published February 22, 2014
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Fracking discussion Friday to reach for common ground
Frack Free America National Coalition will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at First Unitarian Universalist Church, 1105 Elm St.
Manager punched at Dollar General
A police report says a man punched a female store manager in the face at Family Dollar store, 667 Gypsy Lane, at about 11:20 a.m. Friday after she confronted him about a compact disc she saw him put in his pocket.
Boil water order in effect for some Columbiana City streets
Due to a water main break, residents of North Pearl, North Cross and Cross Court streets are being ordered to boil their water.
Dem lt. gov. candidate starts 3-day tour in Mahoning County
Sharen Neuhardt, Democrat Ed FitzGerald’s lieutenant gubernatorial running mate, said Gov. John Kasich’s economic recovery policies have benefited only the wealthy.
US, Mexico agents capture world's top drug lord today
A massive operation that mushroomed through the western Mexican state of Sinaloa last week netted the world's top drug lord, who was captured early today by U.S. and Mexican authorities at a condominium in Mazatlan, officials from both countries said.
Two candidates withdraw; Belinky shunned in endorsements
Two candidates withdraw, Belinky shunned in endorsements
Davis-Vigorito vows will be exchanged
NEWTON FALLS Mark and Debbie Davis of Newton Falls are announcing the engagement and upcoming
Melanie Cope, William Yartz plan Oct. rites
HOWLAND Melanie Cope of Howland and William Charles Yartz III of Champion are engaged, her parents
Dana Homsey, Mike Gierut are engaged
BOARDMAN Josie and Michael Homsey of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Miss Schill, Mr. Duckworth set summer rite
Sara Marie Schill and B.J. Duckworth, both of Canfield, are engaged, their parents are announcing.
Sarah Bender, Townsend Smith are engaged
SALEM Lee and Judi Bender of Salem are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Sarah Jane
Morocco-Key engagement is announced
POLAND Samuel G. and Marie Morocco of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Miss Yankush, Mr. Rubosky plan wedding
Krista Yankush and Michael Rubosky, both of Boardman, are announcing their engagement. Dr. Thomas
Polish doughnuts can be ordered
Polish doughnuts can be ordered Orders are being taken through Tuesday for the traditional Polish
2 firefighters to be sworn in Tuesday downtown
The city will be adding two new firefighters Tuesday and promoting a third in a ceremony at 10 a.m. at the Central Fire Station downtown.
Cops wake W. Ravenwood man, charge him with OVI
A West Ravenwood Avenue man was cited for operating a motor vehicle under the influence at about 11:15 p.m. Thursday after reports said he was in a running car for at least 45 minutes.
Youngstown police seize guns, drugs in raids
Police seized two shotguns and a semiautomatic handgun Thursday afternoon during separate raids by the vice squad.
Interim president among YSU trustees’ options
An interim could be someone in-house or from outside of the university
Struthers Wildcats give Poland a scare
Poland once again came out on top, this time it was much more difficult.
Fitch’s Rezapourian lone D-I wrestler to escape unscathed
Austintown Fitch’s Camran Rezapourian (170 pounds) was the only one to survive the first day without a loss.
Mahoning County sheriff criticizes appeals court candidate
The candidate calls the comments ‘tasteless’
Sources: YSU’s Keene punched teammate Weber
YSU coach Jerry Slocum has sidestepped questions about Ryan Weber’s injury, as well as Marcus Keene’s suspension.
Driver, Fitch teammates dominate Liberty
The Falcons’ seniors accounted for 54 of the team’s 76 points.
Yongstown firefighter, three cops honored for water rescue
A firefighter and three police officers were honored for rescuing a woman from drowning in McKelvey Lake.
Campbell works overtime to beat YCS
Daron Clinkscale made two free throws to tie the game at 57 with 2.6 seconds remaining and force overtime.
Wean Foundation gives nearly $100K in grants
Grass-roots organizations, student-led groups among recipients
Great Scott: Wellsville wins again
The Tigers prevailed 69–66 in another classic back-and-forth Inter Tri-County League battle that saw a Wellsville senior make history.
Canfield collects five medals in D-II state swim meet
The Cardinals piled up five medals and 107 points to finish seventh.
Liberty Township saves money in health benefits
The savings amounts to around $160,000, said the township administrator.
Poland’s Audi flattens first two opponents in D-II district
Poland’s Mike Audi dominated his first two matches of a Divison II district tournament.
Valley bowlers chase state berths
This year, teams have been separated and for the very first time will vie for state crowns in both the Division I and II ranks.
Austintown Elementary celebrates 100th day of learning
Austintown Elementary celebrates 100th day of learning
Evidence suppression hearing in Martin capital murder case concludes
Evidence suppression hearing in capital murder case concludes
Columbiana fair gets $300K gift for grandstand
Staff report Lisbon The Green Family Trust has donated $300,000 to the Columbiana County Fair
Kasich's dropped hints about content of State of State speech
Democrats have their own ideas about state policy they'd like implemented
Austintown resident files objection against commissioner candidate
The board of elections will meet March 4 to consider the issue
Last call sounds for former Poland chief ’Sonny’ Chinowth
Dozens of firefighters from multiple area departments, along with family and friends, said goodbye to Edwin “Sonny” Chinowth, former chief of the Western Reserve Joint Fire District, during his funeral service Friday. Chinowth died Sunday. He was 77.
Bryant will replace Tresey as YSU defensive coordinator
Youngstown State’s defense is getting a new leader, again.
Hornberger, Schlegel lift YSU women over Milwaukee
Liz Hornberger and Heidi Schlegel combined for 51 points.
Corbett nominates Benson, Rucci to Penn State board
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett turned to a National Hockey
Campbell police arrest two on multiple charges, including obstructing official business
Staff report CAMPBELL A utility operator at the city’s water plant appeared in Campbell
Man, 43, to stand trial in slaying of gun-shop owner
Associated Press INDIANA, Pa. A man has been ordered to stand trial in the fatal shooting of a
Battle for Venezuela goes in street, online
Battle for Venezuela goes in street, online SAN CRISTOBAL, Venezuela The battle for Venezuela
METRO DIGEST || Comment on Mill Creek road project
Public comment on park road project youngstown Mill Creek MetroParks will have a public comment
More olympic results from Friday
Ukraine women win gold: Four Ukrainian women gave their politically torn country some good news at
BUSINESS DIGEST || McNally to deliver State of the City
McNally to deliver State of the City YOUNGSTOWN Mayor John McNally will deliver his first State
RVHP, HMHP to merge
The health care providers announced signed a letter of intent to fully integrate services by the summer
Ukraine agreement faces many hurdles
Associated Press KIEV, Ukraine Ukraine’s president and opposition leaders signed a wide-ranging
Co-defendant says she used rock to injure victim's hand
Co-defendant says she used rock to injure victim's hand
victory christian center Eight campuses
Victory Christian Center has eight campuses for worship and its theme is “There’s a Place For You.”
Christ Episcopal to install rector
Staff report WARREN The Rev. J. Jeffrey Baker will be installed Sunday as rector of Christ
Garrick Utley Versatile newsman dies at 74
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer Veteran TV journalist Garrick Utley, whose far-ranging
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Swedish princess gives birth to daughter in New York STOCKHOLM A 21-gun salute
Mandel downplays criticism of ‘telephone town-hall meetings’
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The state treasurer’s office is downplaying criticism
Smoking age could rise to 21 in 2 states
Associated Press DENVER Two Western states with some of the nation’s lowest smoking rates are
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Wig designer says Nicki Minaj took his designs
Associated Press A wig designer has sued singer Nicki Minaj, accusing the star of harming his
SPORTS DIGEST || Phantoms win, 7-3
Phantoms win, 7-3 GREEN BAY, WIS. JJ Piccinich scored two goals and assisted on two others to
CORRECTION
CORRECTION Anthony Jackson was sentenced to four months in the Mahoning County jail Wednesday in
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Jackie Daniels and Regis Celender, Hubbard, girl, Feb. 20.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Carlos H. Colon, 61, of 1460 Hubbard Road, Hubbard,
Benn’s lone goal enough to get past Americans
For the rematch, Canada skipped the overtime and shelved the theatrics.
DEP: Hospitals violated waste rules
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The state Department of Environmental Protection says two
Port authority members and staff attend ethics training
Port authority members and staff attend ethics training
4 more ill at assisted-living facility
Associated Press CINCINNATI Four more seniors living at an assisted-living facility in
Caught in middle, Ariz. governor is asked to nix bill angering gays
Associated Press PHOENIX Four years after igniting a national uproar over immigration, the
Police: Man shot dog that was attacking woman
Associated Press CINCINNATI Police say a man shot and killed a dog that had broken free from its
Setback for former death-row inmate
Associated Press COLUMBUS An appeals court has rejected an attempt by an ex-Ohio death row
QB Manziel is all football at combine
Johnny Manziel shed the Hollywood image Friday — maybe for good.
Getting stocked, ready for 2014
A few days of sunshine and above-freezing temperatures have my spirit soaring about the prospects of
Report: Browns tried to trade with 49ers for Harbaugh
The Browns nearly pulled off a trade with the 49ers for the rights to coach Jim Harbaugh, profootballtalk.com reported today — and the Browns didn’t deny it.
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, Feb. 22, the 53rd day of 2014. There are 312 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
‘Year of Action’ energizes Obama administration
Associated Press WASHINGTON This week, President Barack Obama promoted tougher fuel-efficiency
Submit information on Ash Wednesday, Lenten programs
Submit information on Ash Wednesday, Lenten programs Lent, a season of spiritual renewal, begins
Women in Scripture
Women in Scripture CANFIELD Women in Scripture, a Lenten lecture series, will be presented by
1 CHURCH at 8 SITES
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com One church in multiple locations is how David L. Thomas,
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Annie,” 8 p.m.: It’s a hard-knock life, so take a break and catch
Shortage of pilots is impacting regional airlines like Allegiant
Editorial: The recent cancellation of Alle- giant Air flights to Youngstown has focused attention on the
Could ‘Wolf’ mark end of DiCaprio’s Oscar drought? DECORATIONS DUE
By JESSICA HERNDON | AP Film Writer BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. 222It’s afternoon, and a swarm of
Ohio sticks to 2 plates per car
Opinion: COLUMBUS Better not plan to toss that front Ohio license plate anytime soon. Because the Ohio
Railroads reach agreement with U.S.
By MATTHEW BROWN and JOAN LOWY Associated Press BILLINGS, Mont. Railroads that haul
Is medical weed beneficial?
Opinion: The Journal of New Ulm, Minn.: The latest Minnesota Poll conducted by the Star Tribune indicated
Surplus food and clothing
Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,
Auto Boom in Mexico
By ADRIANA GOMEZ LICON Associated Press CELAYA, Mexico Mexico is on track to become the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.93 .12 Avalon