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Help Hotline grant will promote 211 in Columbiana County

Help Hotline Crisis Center Inc. received a $500 grant from the FirstEnergy Foundation to promote the 211 information and referral number in Columbiana County.

Salineville man hospitalized after motorcycle crash

A Salineville man, James A. Hawk, 49, was seriously injured Saturday when the motorcycle he was driving went off the right side of state Route 39 into a ditch where it overturned.

1 killed, 2 injured in Lawrence County crash

One person was killed and two injured, one seriously, in a two-vehicle crash on West Poland Road at Stateline Road at about 7:52 p.m. Saturday.

Free bottled water for East Palestine residents after system failure

The lack of potable water here, caused by a breakdown of water pumps at the village’s two wells, will be resolved, but repair work is continuing today, said East Palestine Fire Chief Brett Todd.

Kokrak five shots off the lead

The Warren JFK graduate shot even-par 70 in the third round Saturday.

FIRST LEGO robotic teams unleash 'Nature's Fury' today in Austintown

Hoots and hollers filled the Austintown Middle School gym as competing teams were introduced.

Klondike Derby tests Scouts survival and teamwork skills today

Patrick Brennan stood atop a slight hill holding a flag while sending to part of his patrol a secret message to be decoded.

Nieman Marcus customers also victims of security breach

Luxury merchant Neiman Marcus confirmed Saturday that thieves stole some of its customers' payment card information and made unauthorized charges over the holiday season, becoming the second retailer in recent weeks to announce it had fallen victim to a cyber-security attack.

Penn State hires Vanderbilt's James Franklin as next head coach

Penn State has hired James Franklin as its next head coach.

A-Rod out for entire 2014 season

Alex Rodriguez was dealt the most severe punishment in the history of baseball's drug agreement when an arbitrator ruled the New York Yankees third baseman is suspended for the entire 2014 season as a result of a drug investigation by Major League Baseball.

Ariel Sharon's death today brings cheers from Palestinians

Ariel Sharon's death Saturday elicited a wide range of responses from Palestinians, but sadness wasn't one: Some cheered and distributed sweets while others prayed for divine punishment for the former Israeli leader or recalled his central role in some of the bloodiest episodes of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Morrow, Durick renamed to Mill Creek board

Judge Mark A. Belinky of Mahoning County Probate Court has reappointed Valencia Marrow and Dr. Robert J. Durick to three-year terms on the five-member Mill Creek MetroParks Board of Commissioners.

SOCIETY: DIGEST || Movies scheduled at Leetonia library

Movies scheduled at Leetonia library LEETONIA Three movies will be shown this month at Leetonia

Canine Companions visits Rotary

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Robotics team receives donation

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Liberty's annual reports available for public viewing

Liberty Township’s 2013 annual reports are available for public viewing at the township administration building, 1315 Church Hill-Hubbard Road, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday, or by contacting the township fiscal officer.

Police probe stabbing on Avondale

Police are investigating a stabbing about 11:40 p.m. Thursday at a 137 E. Avondale Ave. home on the South Side.

Valley banks try to stem fraud after Target breach

Fraud is still an issue, as Home Savings suddenly deactivates debit cards.

Canfield holds off Niles

The Canfield High basketball team was forced to weather a storm of a different variety.

Collins’ foul shot lifts Irish in OT

Dave Collins split two free throws with 5.4 seconds to play in overtime.

YSU only public university with 100 percent passage

The state passage rate was 97 percent for the teacher exam and 95 percent for the principal exam

Rescue Mission's 3 graduates change lives through program

By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN For Paulo Morris, 2013 began with bouts of

Driver’s double-double, foul shots help Fitch win

Jessie Driver’s 24 points and 11 rebounds led the Falcons (6-1) in their first out-of-conference game of the season.

Dem candidate plans to overcome Kasich with presence

FitzGerald of Cleveland says he’ll be in the Youngstown area often during the campaign

Kokrak three shots off lead after 2 rounds in Sony Open

Warren JFK High graduate Jason Kokrak followed his first-round 66 with a 67 Friday and is in a five-way tie for fifth.

Four Seasons Flea, Farm Market offers year-round finds

The flea market, 3000 McCartney Road, is open year-round, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays and Sundays.

Girard slips past Newton Falls

Jimmy Standohar’s late steal and free throws gave the Indians a 58-56 win over the Tigers.

Zedaker, of Poland, remembered for dedication to community

Robert Zedaker Jr. died on Monday

Massive Target breach could have lasting effects

Associated Press NEW YORK Fallout from Target’s pre-Christmas security breach is likely to

Northeastern Ohio Scholastic Art Awards Exhibition School artwork to be showcased

Staff report Youngstown The 2014 Northeastern Ohio Scholastic Art Awards Exhibition will open

Youngstown Symphony orchestra Symphony, Step Afrika dancers will team up for a unique concert

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN “Symphony in Step,” a concert featuring the Youngstown Symphony

Bogan, Lanier lead Howland over Hubbard

Reece Bogan and Julian Lanier helped Howland erase a 23-12 second-quarter deficit.

Crue, Poison singers to perform at Super Nats

Rock singers Bret Michaels and Vince Neil will headline concerts at the Stadium GM Superstore Steel Valley Super Nationals June 20-22 at Quaker City Motorsports Park.

Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak

Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate stayed in contention Friday

Toney murder trial reset; key witness unable to travel

Future hearing to be held on change of venue motion

Wolfe, Black lead Poland to rout of Struthers

Jacob Wolfe led Poland with a double-double of 22 points and 10 rebounds.

Youngstown police win TRO against mayor

A magistrate has temporarily blocked expiration of a police promotion eligibility list.

Man asks for attorney despite having $1,300 cash

Also had almost $900 in previous case

Liberty school board OKs levies for ballot

The board has not made a decision on whether to put a new levy on the ballot.

Mahoning United Methodist Church for sale

The congregation is evaluating options and wants to move to smaller site

Strollo: YSU to retain Wolford

Youngstown State Athletic Director Ron Strollo says he plans to give Penguins football coach Eric Wolford a contract extension some time in the next month. The university is pleased with the direction of the program and its players.

Christ is still our hope

We read in Scripture that God is with us always. Isaiah 41:10 states, “Fear not for I am with you;

MAHONING COUNTY COURTS

courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Brandon A. Witherow, 22, Fort Drum, N.Y., and

Births

Births St. Elizabeth Health Center David and Allison Price, Youngstown, girl, Jan. 9. Brandt

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Spanish Evangelical Church to host dedication weekend

Special events are planned Friday and Jan. 18 and 19

Holy Hours for Life

Holy Hours for Life YOUNGSTOWN The annual Holy Hours for Life are scheduled from 5 to 7 p.m.

Probation ordered in vehicular homicide

Billie L. Mohr was put on five years’ probation for aggravated vehicular homicide in a 2011 accident.

Health Management shareholders OK sale to Community Health Systems

Associated Press FRANKLIN, Tenn. Health Management Associates Inc. shareholders have approved

Years Ago

Today is Saturday, Jan. 11, the 11th day of 2014. There are 354 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED

birthdays

birthdays Actor Rod Taylor is 84. Actor Felix Silla (Cousin Itt on “The Addams Family,” “Buck

newsmakers

newsmakers Venezuelans pay respects to slain actress CARACAS, Venezuela Hundreds of

Vienna, Girard to talk about JED

The proposal is an exciting one, said Girard Mayor Jim Melfi.

Case for medical marijuana

Opinion: Schenectady (N.Y.) Daily Gazette: Say what you will about legalizing the sale of marijuana for

Trumbull commissioners appoint Ron Klingle to port authority board

New Castle men indicted on drug charges

Staff report PITTSBURGH Two New Castle, Pa., men were indicted on drug charges Wednesday by a

Fire destroys historic Pa. mansion

Associated Press BUCK RUN, Pa. Fire has destroyed a historic mansion in east-central

Feds recognize same-sex couples married in Utah

Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY The U.S. attorney general said Friday that the federal

Seven arrests made in prostitution sting

Officers arrested seven people accused of prostitution and drug use in Austintown

Worries about damage control followed lane closings in NJ

Associated Press TRENTON, N.J. Officials squabbled over media leaks and worried about bad

Chemical spill brings capital of West Virginia to standstill

Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. A chemical spill left the water for 300,000 people in and

Bar grand opening

Bar grand opening EAST PALESTINE The East Palestine Chamber of Commerce will celebrate the grand

Dann touts new beginning

Opinion: COLUMBUS There was a time when Marc Dann was the hottest show in town. Statehouse reporters

500 die in rebel infighting in Syria

Associated Press BEIRUT With nearly 500 people reported killed in a week of rebel infighting,

Flu cases widespread in Ohio, state officials say

Associated Press COLUMBUS State health officials say influenza activity is now widespread in

Officers riding by saw argument

Victim said he told suspect he had no more to give

Man cops looking for found inside

Woman refused to allow herself to be dressed

GOP House targets health care law; 67 Democrats join in

Associated Press WASHINGTON The Republican-led House voted overwhelmingly Friday to bolt new

CDC: US is ‘in the thick’ of flu season

CDC: US is ‘in the thick’ of flu season ATLANTA Flu season is ramping up, with illness

Tel Aviv, Israel, unveils memorial to gay, lesbian Holocaust victims

Associated Press TEL AVIV, Israel Israel’s cultural and financial capital unveiled a memorial

Youngstown man faces drug charges

Police found bags of suspected marijuana and a bottle with 90 pills in the possession of Jarrett Linson.

Fifty-year anti-tobacco battle example of good public policy

Editorial: As anti-government sentiment grows in this country — thanks, in large part, to the tea party — the

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Chinese company to build plant in Ohio

Associated Press COLUMBUS A Chinese company will build an automotive glass-making plant in

Selected local stocks

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METRO DIGEST || West Side Cats sale

West Side Cats sale YOUNGSTOWN A garage sale will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. today at

Rapist, killer assisting FBI analysts

Associated Press CLEVELAND A sex offender who pleaded guilty to killing two women more than 15

Campbell police arrest Hubbard man on drug charges

Chad Smith, 42, of McClure Road, made an initial appearance in city court Friday for possession of drugs and possession of drug paraphernalia, after police found 15 grams of suspected marijuana in the trunk of his car.

New Trumbull planning director says countywide comprehensive plan, brownfield project will be top priorities

More prep basketball results

Boys Liberty 58, Champion 54 CHAMPION The Leopards overcame an 11-point fourth-quarter deficit

Saints get another shot at Seahawks

Seattle dominated New Orleans in a Dec. 2 matchup.

PSU to make ‘major announcement’

Vanderbilt’s James Franklin could be the Nittany Lions’ new coach.

Phantoms fall again despite multiple chances

The Phantoms (7-18-5, 19 points) outshot the Lumberjacks (15-15-4, 34 points), 33-30.

YSU men preparing to host CSU

The Penguins and Vikings will meet Monday at Beeghly Center.

Brady, Luck both have a knack for comeback wins

Tom Brady has been leading successful comebacks for more than a decade. Andrew Luck is just getting started.

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