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Special meeting in Lordstown Friday
Lordstown Board of Public Affairs will have a special meeting at 3 p.m. Friday at the administration building, 1455 Salt Springs Road.
West Branch unions agree to extend contracts
West Branch Classified Education Association and West Branch Education Association have reached agreement with the West Branch Board of Education to extend the teachers’ and classified staff members’ current contracts for another two years.
DeWine: Towns successful in fighting drug abuse involve entire community,
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine stood before about 125 people at his seventh Drug Abuse Town Hall, seeking input from invited panelists and the public.
Poland Presbyterian preschool set to reopen
Poland Presbyterian Weekday Preschool has served multiple generations of families and will continue to do so.
YARS 910th Airlift wing squadron to be decommissioned
YARS 910th airlift wing squadron to be decomissioned
WFMJ's Eric Wilhelm on Winter 2014
Feb. 27, 2014 | WFMJ's Eric Wilhelm on Winter 2014
Hagan's name remains on ballot for state central committeeman
Hagan's name remains on ballot for state central committeeman
Ohio bill would require hospice programs to dispose of unused painkillers
Ohio bill would require hospice programs to dispose of unused painkillers
UPDATE | I-80 westbound lanes in Mercer County open, 1 eastbound lane remains closed
I-80 westbound lanes in Mercer County now open
FDA to print new food labels highlighting calories and sugar
FDA to print new food labels highlighting calories and sugar
DA: Pa. priest abused boy after mom sought his help
DA: Pa. priest abused boy after mom sought his help
Ohio school shooting victim's father dies on anniversary
Ohio school shooting victim's father dies on anniversary
Multivehicle crashes cause temporary closure of I-80 in Mercer County
Multivehicle crashes cause temporary closure of I-80 in Mercer County
Decision expected soon on $81.5 million VAM facility
Decision expected soon on $81.5 million VAM facility YOUNGSTOWN A decision by a
BREAKING NEWS | Deal nearly done on horse stalls at Austintown racino
BREAKING NEWS | Deal nearly done on horse stalls at Austintown racino
Lowellville police probe melee at the Mount Carmel Society bar
Lowellville police probe melee at the Mount Carmel Society bar Staff report LOWELLVILLE
Mahoning County commissioners make appointments
Mahoning County commissioners make appointments YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County commissioners
Melnick Hall plan for YSU telecommunications and journalism hub shelved
Melnick Hall plan for YSU telecommunications and journalism hub shelved but WYSU will move
Lowellville special council meeting at 6 tonight
Lowellville special council meeting at 6 tonight LOWELLVILLE Mayor James Iudiciani has called a
Detroit man enters pleas in Warren killing
Detroit man enters pleas in Warren killing WARREN Dale Hatch, 27, one of two Detroit men charged
Unity Centre plans possibilities classes
Unity Centre plans possibilities classes LIBERTY The Unity Centre for Spiritual Living, 1226
Boardman man charged with home repair project not done
Boardman police booked a man accused of theft by deception from an incident that occurred in 2012.
Party will welcome those who relish Hot Dog Day
A March event will help kick off Harry Stevens Hot Dog Day in Niles.
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Tom and Sarah (Pfau) Guilbride of Brooklyn, N.Y., are announcing the arrival of their first child, a
Youngstown Rotary celebrates 99 years
Paul Harris Fellowships went to members and community members for their service to Rotary.
Second Harvest kicks off annual campaign to feed the hungry
The campaign gets underway Sunday and runs through April
Struthers finishes off pesky West Branch
As much as Struthers High tried to put West Branch away on Tuesday night, the Warriors — leaning on the ropes — punched back.
YSU hires search firm to find new president
The trustees’ chairman characterized the panel’s relationship with the outgoing president as cordial but said the board isn’t happy
Youngstown solicits feedback from West Side residents
The Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corp. and the city of Youngstown solicited input from West Side residents at the first of what’s intended to be a series of meetings.
Howland’s Whisler took 4th last season and wants more
When Howland junior David-Brian Whisler takes to the mat this weekend, he’ll be carrying some added weight on his 152-pound frame.
Mooney makes most of home date
When Cardinal Mooney senior Marcus Penza first heard of the new playoff format for high school basketball he was instantly excited.
Burglar traps elderly Youngstown woman in bedroom for nearly 2 days
Suspect tied doors together so she could not escape
YSU women have goals beyond beating Green Bay
The Penguins host UIC tonight at Beeghly Center.
Cochran resigns as Girard football coach to take school’s AD job
Nick Cochran is a Girard graduate and a former multi-sport athlete for the Indians.
Girard mulls officer’s fate
A predisciplinary hearing for Girard patrolman Larry Neely took place Monday morning.
YSU’s ‘Twelfth Night in 2014’ moves Shakespeare to island
Youngstown State University Theater will present the premiere of “Twelfth Night in 2014,” a contemporary reworking of the Shakespeare comedy written by Matthew Mazuroski.
For Mark Riccadonna, comedy should hit home
Despite the pull to stay near family, creative folk often have to leave to pursue their dreams.
Grammy winner isn’t one to toot his own horn Rollin’ with Rucker
Consistent as heck without people paying too much attention is how country singer Darius Rucker describes his career.
War vets adapt to life in ‘Strange Snow’
The Youngstown Playhouse will shake off its midwinter break with the area premiere of the comedy-drama “Strange Snow.”
Defense: Ashland man accused of rape, torture is victim of woman's revenge
The defense lawyer says the woman brought charges against his client so she can get her daughter back
Third time charm as Hubbard beats Niles
Hubbard built an early 15-point lead, then held on to defeat Niles, 63-60.
Mook’s 26 points power Clippers to title game
The Clippers (23-2) will face tonight’s winner of the Lordstown-Western Reserve game.
Hubbard BOE nears decision on new chief
Richard Buchenic, who has been with the school district since 2004, will retire effective July 1.
7th District court hears appeal in Adkins murder case
Witness testimony is questioned for both appellants
Struthers' Plaza Bakery celebrates 40 years
Plaza Bakery, located at 620 Youngstown Poland Road, is open Tuesday through Sunday from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Trumbull Dems support Fredericka, Fuda, O’Brien and O’Brien in primary
Trumbull County Democrats support Fredericka, Fuda, O’Brien and O’Brien in primary
Liberty man jailed, charged with OVI in ramming of house
Van was hung up on porch awning when police arrived
Newton Falls High School evacuated after bomb messages found
Newton Falls High School evacuated after bomb messages found
Greenville, Pa., man killed in 2-car crash
Staff report MERCER, PA. William Zuschlag, 22, of Greenville was killed in a two-car crash at
Federal indictment also includes Boardman man
The three Mahoning Valley men have been charged under the federal Hobbs Act.
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Non-Stop (PG-13) During a flight from New York City to London, a U.S. air marshal
METRO DIGEST || Blazo charged with work not done
Work not done BOARDMAN Boardman police booked a man accused of theft by deception from an
Forced flowering branches provide fragrance, color Coaxing Spring
We’re all usually a “bit” tired of winter by this time of year.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Tedmund R. Mason, 41, of 11914 Youngstown-Pittsburgh
DASTOLFO: New radio station will soon appear on the dial in the Valley
In about a month, the Mahoning Valley will get something that it hasn’t seen in quite a while: a new
First sign of spring
First sign of spring It’s the early bulbs. Most are small and sometimes go unnoticed, but their
Couple stumbles upon $10M in rare, old coins on property
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A Northern California couple out walking their dog on their
Salem youth troupe to present ‘Island’ musical
Staff report SALEM Salem Community Theatre’s youth troupe will present the musical “Once On This
Don’t be too eager to prune
Don’t be too eager to prune This winter weather has been quite harsh and may have affected some
Canfield girls district final tickets on sale
Canfield girls district final tickets on sale CANFIELD Tickets for Friday’s girls basketball
WTG
Today Comedy Comedy showcase, 9 p.m., Martini Bros. Burger Bar at the Knox Bldg., 110 W. Federal
NIGHTLIFE
Barrel Run Crossing Winery and Vineyard, 3272 Industry Road, Rootstown; 330-325-1075 Sat: Steven
Kasich’s education initiative tailor-made for Youngstown
Editorial: In his State of the State address Monday, Gov. John Kasich unveiled an initiative called Community
METRO DIGEST || TOMS lecture canceled at YSU
TOMS lecture canceled youngstown A lecture by Blake Mycoskie, founder of TOMS shoes, set for
Michigan parole officials say Taemarr Walker’s father was ‘involved’ in Rollison killing
Thomas L. Walker, whose son, Taemarr, was killed in a confrontation with a Warren police officer Oct. 19, is locked up in Michigan jail
Ohio GOP lawmakers at odds over calamity days
The Senate moved an amended bill Wednesday allowing four additional snow days but only after schools have used makeup days outlined in required contingency plans
Dingell lashes out at his ‘love’
Opinion: WASHINGTON In his more than 58 years in Congress, John Dingell has never been known to mince
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
BUSINESS DIGEST || Spots Clips grand opening
Grand opening BOARDMAN Sport Clips Haircuts will celebrate its grand opening of its first
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Lady Windemere’s Fan,SDRq by Oscar Wilde, directed by Tom Copeland, Victorian
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Feb. 27, the 58th day of 2014. There are 307 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
gay-rights issues Ariz. governor vetoes contentious bill
Associated Press PHOENIX Gov. Jan Brewer on Wednesday vetoed a Republican bill that set off a
Professor defends households led by same-sex couples
Associated Press DETROIT A sociologist testifying Wednesday at Michigan’s gay-marriage trial
Smart Choice food orders begin Saturday
A Niles church is accepting the orders for the food, which can be picked up March 29
Target faces bigger challenges than TJX after huge data breach
Associated Press NEW YORK History doesn’t always repeat itself. The hit to TJX Cos. was
Dana School of Music bands present concert
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN “Pageant,” a concert by the University and Concert bands at Youngstown
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Snack makers give lessons to dietitians
Associated Press HOUSTON Snack and soda makers that often are blamed for fueling the nation’s
Vindy collects 31 nominations for Ohio APME contest
The newspaper had multiple finalists in some categories
Chesapeake to increase Utica production
Chesapeake Energy Corp. expects to produce 700 million cubic feet of natural gas and natural gas liquids per day in Ohio’s Utica Shale by the end of the year.
Ohio justices hear fracking regulation arguments
Should the ODNR be the sole authority of who can drill and where in Ohio communities?
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Lucas and Julia Valentine, Youngstown, boy, Feb. 25. Mejdi
NSA surveillance cited in challenge
NSA surveillance cited in challenge WASHINGTON A Brooklyn man in prison for terrorism may have a
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.70 —.04 Avalon
Man convicted in 1996 Ponderosa hostage situation charged with drug offense
Man convicted in 1996 Ponderosa hostage situation charged with drug offense
birthdays
birthdays Actress Joanne Woodward is 84. Actress Barbara Babcock is 77. Actor Howard Hesseman is
newsmakers
newsmakers Justin Bieber jail video shows unsteady walk MIAMI Justin Bieber walks unsteadily
“Countdown to the Oscars” (8 p.m., ABC): Jonah Hill and Lupita Nyong’o are
“Countdown to the Oscars” (8 p.m., ABC): Jonah Hill and Lupita Nyong’o are interviewed in this
US slips deeper, deeper into fascist form of government
Opinion: US slips deeper, deeper into fascist form of government How can the U.S. be consid- ered a
Opera singers at luncheon event
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Stambaugh Auditorium will host another Sundays at Stambaugh event at
Obama seeking $302B for roads and railways
Associated Press ST. PAUL, Minn. President Barack Obama said Wednesday he will ask Congress for
Pull politics out of districts
Opinion: Commercial-News, Danville, Ill.: Anyone who looks at a map of districts within the Illinois House of
Ohio Senate signs off on 3-day period for no sales tax
The sales tax holiday would begin on the first Friday of August and would cover school supplies, computers and supplies.
Stink bugs love cracks, lighting
Q. This year I have been overrun by stink bugs in my house. I was told that all I could do was
oddly enough
oddly enough Huge Marilyn Monroe statue to leave Calif. for NJ exhibit PALM SPRINGS, Calif. A
division II wrestlers to watch
Korey Frost, CANFIELD The district tournament winner in the 120-pound weight class is making his
Feds file suit against ITT
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau filed suit Wednesday
Simply Vegetarian
Simply Vegetarian When: Friday, 6-8 p.m. What: Liberty Merrill, senior program coordinator at
Reds top Tribe in Cactus opener
Bryan Price won in his managerial debut as the Cincinnati Reds beat the Cleveland Indians, 8-3, on Wednesday.
Take a weekend to see that syrup come into being
By Dave & Nancy Hively Misty Maple Sugar House What is maple syrup and where did it come from?
Prep basketBall | More tournament results
BOYS Division I Medina 89, Boardman 37 MEDINA Craig Randall scored 18 points to lead Medina
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