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Thursday, July 31 (120 stories)
Chaney principal fired — again
The contract for the former principal at Chaney High School has been terminated — again.
Cooper pleads guilty in Vivien Martin murder
One of two men charged in the 2010 murder of a real-estate agent on the East Side will no longer have to face the death penalty after entering guilty pleas in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court.
Judge Evans postpones retirement, eliminating special election
Judge James C. Evans of Mahoning County Common Pleas Court postponed his retirement by a month, just enough time to eliminate a special election for the two-plus years remaining on his term.
Republican candidate withdraws from race against indicted Auditor Sciortino
Bill Reese, the Republican nominee for Mahoning County auditor, is withdrawing from the race because of health issues.
America Makes weekend to showcase Valley's manufacturing talent
Because when “America makes, America works.”
National eyes on Youngstown's 3-D printing this weekend
For one weekend all eyes of those interested in 3-D printing at home are watching Youngstown to see the results of testing organized by the staff of Make: magazine.
Mahoning courthouse restoration costs pegged at $8.1M
A team of architects and engineers estimates it will cost Mahoning County more than $8.1 million to restore its 103-year-old county courthouse.
Former Mayor Vukovich dies; held city together during steel collapse
Pat Ungaro says that his predecessor was one of the most important mayors in the city’s history.
Reduction of Mahoning County voting precincts delayed till 2015
Mahoning County Board of Elections officials will postpone a plan — discussed since early 2013 — to reduce the number of voting precincts by the Nov. 4 general election.
Camp for austistic kids wraps up Friday downtown
In less than a week, 13-year-olds Christopher Gajski and A.J. Walters went from not knowing each other to becoming friends.
Woodbury to assume director's post for MVAC
The Rev. Dr. Robin Woodberry adds another responsibility to her list of multi-tasking today as she becomes the new executive director of Mahoning Valley Association of Churches.
Judge Evans postpones retirement, eliminates need for special election
Judge Evans postpones retirement, eliminates need for special election
Trial date set for Greenpeace activists in P&G protest
Trial date set for Greenpeace activists in P&G protest
Bug Day set Sunday at Mill Creek MetroParks farm in Canfield
Bug Day set Sunday at Mill Creek MetroParks farm in Canfield
Forests agency adds public step to Pa. drilling plan
Forests agency adds public step to Pa. drilling plan
U.S. Senator to speak at Mahoning County fundraiser
U.S. Senator to speak at Mahoning County fundraiser
Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport gets $448,767 grant
Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport gets $448,767 grant
Poll: 59 percent unhappy with president's performance
Poll: 59 percent unhappy with president's performance
Reese withdraws from auditor race citing health concerns
Reese withdraws from auditor race citing health concerns
Barricades in Cincinnati to curb prostitution taken down
Barricades in Cincinnati to curb prostitution taken down
Campbell cops looking for man who exposed himself to woman, daughter
Campbell cops looking for man who exposed himself
Warren man to plead guilty to role in Ponzi enterprise
Warren man to plead guilty to role in Ponzi enterprise
Commissioners OK repairs at Mahoning County facilities
Commissioners OK repairs at Mahoning County facilities
Fired OSU band director says he was fixing culture
Fired OSU band director says he was fixing culture
Jillian Novak | Brandon Knittle
SOLON, OHIO Jillian Beth Novak and Brandon John Knittle were united in marriage in a 4 p.m.
Carmela Kiraly | Quentin Reuter
YOUNGSTOWN Carmela Marie Kiraly of Youngstown and Quentin Robert Reuter of Oak Creek, Wis.,
Bethany Vogrin | Jason Koenig
OCEAN ISLE BEACH, N.C. Bethany Vogrin and Jason Koenig exchanged marriage vows in an afternoon
Kelly Stickel | David Heginbotham
YOUNGSTOWN Kelly Stickel and David Heginbotham were united in marriage in a July 20, 2013,
Public is invited to celebrate First Friday
Public is invited to celebrate First Friday COLUMBIANA The Columbiana Area Chamber of Commerce
Probe exposes flaws behind rollout of HealthCare.gov
Management failures by the Obama administration set the stage for computer woes that paralyzed the president’s new health-care program last fall, nonpartisan investigators said in a report released Wednesday.
Canfield 11-12 team to play in Indianapolis regional
They will represent Ohio after defeating Hamilton, 3-2, in the state championship last week.
Struthers councilman preserves piece of city fire department’s history
Struthers councilman-at-large preserves part of history
GM sued for up to $10 billion over ignition switch issues
Class action suit claims that GM damaged vehicle resale values by not disclosing truth about ignition problems to buyers
YSU basketball star Kendrick Perry headed for Australia
Kendrick Perry will play for the Sydney Kings.
New Yorkers use ‘small ball’ to win Colt title at Cene
A little small ball goes a long way. The notion was never more evident than Wednesday at Cene Park.
Warren woman charged with letting dogs run
Animal agents found 13 dogs living in deplorable conditions
Cantalamessa to become commissioner, but Trumbull Dems spat continues
An administrative process to certify Enzo Cantalamessa as interim Trumbull County Commissioner was nearly complete as of Wednesday afternoon, which will allow him to be sworn in as early as late this week.
Man faces charges after fire set to ex-girlfriend's Austintown home
Due in court again next week on five felony arson charges
SPORTS DIGEST || Several local golfers compete in youth event
Several local golfers compete in youth event AURORA Jacob Harrah of Newton Falls shot a 79 to
When it comes to music, Wiz Khalifa takes his time
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com There’s a sense of urgency — almost desperation — that
Pulliam: It’s high anxiety while on deadline
The trade deadline has always grabbed my attention and this year is no different.
Greater Youngstown Italian Fest SAME AS IT EVER WAS
When it comes to the Greater Youngstown Italian Fest, the motto might be “Don’t mess with success.”
YOUNGSTOWN PLAYHOUSE 3rd-annual Voices of the Valley event features new one-act plays
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The third-annual Voices of the Valley New One Act Play Festival at
Salem theater offers Mel Brooks’ ‘The Producers’
Staff report SALEM The Mahoning Valley premiere of the musical comedy “The Producers” opens
Liberty schools ask for oversight release
The district has been in fiscal oversight for three years.
valley native in kent concert Jerry Douglas: the duke of the dobro
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com There’s no denying dobro extraordinaire and Leavittsburg
4th man arraigned on charges tied to Warren homicide
A fourth man was arraigned Wednesday in the death of a Warren man and wounding of a Warren woman April 7.
Cars in Park to benefit Jackson Diaz
Jackson Diaz, 2, stands next to a Model-A Ford owned by Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club member Paul Plunkett of Youngstown. Benefits from Sunday’s “Cars in the Park” car show will go to a fund to help Jackson’s family with medical expenses.
POLICE CALLS IN GIRARD, HUBBARD, LIBERTY
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Hubbard and Liberty: GIRARD July
Ohio Glaciers headed for NABF college event
The Ohio Glaciers will open play today in the NABF College Division World Series in Toledo.
WTG
Today Crafts Plein air painting (registration required), 6 to 9 p.m., Fellows Riverside Gardens,
For Gloriana singer, Flatts tour is surreal
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Literally from the time she was 5 years old, Gloriana
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Unnecessary Farce,SDRq directed by David El’Hatton, Salem Community Theater,
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.19 —.22 Avalon
Israelis, Palestinians brace for drawn-out war in Gaza
Editorial: Earlier this month, as the conflict between Israel and the Islamic militants in Gaza grew more
Rust Belt brewer’s hot idea: beer flavored with jalapeno
There are a lot of gimmicky beers out there in this era of small-batch craft brewing. The other
NIGHTLIFE
B&O Complex, 530 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-480-9859 Sun: Bernadette Lim, Tribe of EOS, Guilty
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Get on Up (PG-13) A biopic about the Godfather of Soul, James Brown, from his
‘Know your customer’ rules are proposed for banks
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. government is proposing new rules for banks and other
Grubbs to perform in Show Place Series
Staff report austintown The Show Place Series at the Manor restaurant, 3104 S. Canfield-Niles
More vigorous economy appears to be emerging
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. economy has rebounded with vigor from a grim start to 2014
Bank of America fined $1.3 billion
Associated Press NEW YORK A federal judge imposed a $1.3 billion civil penalty against Bank of
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
“The Honorable Woman” (10 p.m., Sundance): “The Honorable Woman” is a fast-
“The Honorable Woman” (10 p.m., Sundance): “The Honorable Woman” is a fast-paced thriller about an
YBI to receive check
YBI to receive check YOUNGSTOWN The AT&T Foundation is presenting a $10,000 check to the
METRO DIGEST || Time changed
Time changed LOWELLVILLE Lowellville school board amended the time of its special board meeting
World War I 100 years later
Opinion: Chicago Tribune: “The Great War” and “The war to end all war” proved to be neither. The conflict
newsmakers
newsmakers Hijuelos novel set for posthumous release NEW YORK A novel completed by Pulitzer
Associated Press
Associated Press JERUSALEM Despite Israeli casualties and world criticism, a near-consensus in
Couple arraigned on Niles aggravated robbery charges
A man and woman from Girard who got married in March are each facing possible jail sentences after being charged with aggravated robbery in a Monday night incident at Macali’s Giant Eagle on Vienna Avenue.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Diana Dybski and Stephen Hatszegi, North Lima, girl, July 29.
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Brookfield Township Trustees, special meeting with executive session 3 p.m.,
oddly enough
oddly enough Man run over by own truck during road rage GAINESVILLE, Fla. A man in Florida
Indians trade Masters to Cardinals
The Indians had little choice but to give up Justin Masterson. The trade doesn’t mean they’re going to surrender the season.
Man shot in arm
Man shot in arm JACKSON CENTER, Pa. A 22-year-old man is in Mercer County jail after
Plane crashes in San Diego lot
Plane crashes in San Diego lot SAN DIEGO A small plane has crashed in a San Diego shopping
Gaza war Obama takes tougher line against casualties
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration condemned the deadly shelling of a United
Baserunning boner buries Bucs
Clint Hurdle says he and a pal often marvel over how there’s always something new to see at a baseball game.
Trees dying at ground level?
Trees dying at ground level? “Weed wacker disease” is commonly misdiagnosed as some sort of a
Entitlement mentality stretches from government to churches
Opinion: Entitlement mentality stretches from government to churches In regard to the Ann Mc- Featters
Congress cooperates, fights as recess nears
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan voted to support the veterans health bill
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Domenic J. Grilli, 27, of 43 Renwick Drive, Poland,
Japanese knotweed is invasive
Q. What are these strange weeds? They are tall, hollow like bamboo, have large leaves and are taking
ukraine Flight 17 remains still lie exposed
Associated Press DONETSK, Ukraine Almost two weeks after Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 was blown
Steelers announce Greene’s No. 75 will be retired on Nov. 2
No Steeler has worn No. 75 since Joe Greene retired in 1981.
Small flowers, sparse foliage, floppy plants? Time to divide
By Marilyn McKinley OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer Many of our favorite summer perennials
August is time to rejuvenate your vegetable garden Fall gardening
For some, the gardening season is winding down.
Rains, smugglers damage border fence
Associated Press TUCSON, Ariz. The U.S. Border Patrol has another gap in the border fence on its
World Trade Center ship dates to 1773
Associated Press NEW YORK It’s a ship tied to two critical points in American history: Sept. 11,
Warren council approves participation in Golden Triangle grant request
Council approved legislation Wednesday providing $9,000 in cash.
Remove spent blooms?
Remove spent blooms? Yes! On perennials, the blooms will form seeds. This takes energy away from
Gardening Basics: Fall Vegetables
Gardening Basics: Fall Vegetables When: Saturday, 10–11:30 a.m. What: Vegetable gardening can
Wednesday, July 30 (116 stories)
Bond set for man accused of arson at ex-'s Austintown home
Bond was set at $250,000 cash or surety today for a man accused of setting fire to an ex-girlfriend’s home, vehicle and garage.
Class-action suit against GM estimated at $10B
Issues continue to pile up against General Motors with the filing of a class-action lawsuit valued at as much as $10 billion.
Kasich still outpacing FitzGerald in latest Quinnipiac poll
Gov. John Kasich continues to outpace Democratic challenger Ed FitzGerald among Ohio voters, with half of those surveyed recently by the Quinnipiac University Polling Institute saying the Republican incumbent deserves another term.
Struthers councilman preserves valuable piece of city's history
Not too many things move Michael S. Patrick.
Sunday car show to help 2-year-old in need of multiple surgeries
At age 2, Jackson Diaz has undergone four surgeries to date. By the time he is 20 he is likely to have undergone as many as 30, according to his mother, Melanie Diaz.
Volunteers needed at Warren Women's Park
Volunteers in the Women’s Park get “sweaty and dirty,” but as dedicated gardeners, they love it that way.
4th man arraigned in Warren murder, assault
A fourth man was arraigned Wednesday in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court in the death of a Warren man and wounding of a Warren woman April 7.
Man found in murder victim's car arraigned today
A man who was found early Monday in a car belonging to a murder victim was arraigned Wednesday in municipal court.
Man found in murder victim's car arraigned today
A man who was found early Monday in a car belonging to a murder victim was arraigned Wednesday in municipal court.
Warren council participates in Golden Triangle grant request
Warren council participates in Golden Triangle grant request
2 cleared in stabbing of Pittsbugh Steeler punished for fleeing
2 cleared in stabbing of Pittsburgh Steeler punished for fleeing
Life sentence for Ohio man who killed mom and kept her body
Life sentence for Ohio man who killed mom and kept her body
Farmers Bank engages customers with mannequin birth
Farmers Bank engages customers with mannequin birth
New Castle woman in jail in connection with homicide
New Castle woman in jail in connection with homicide
UPDATE: Man accused of torching ex-girlfriend's truck, house
Man accused of blowing up ex-girlfriend's truck, house
Police investigate student found on Pa. dormitory roof
Police investigate student found on Pa. dormitory roof
Pa. man pleads no contest to burning girlfriend's son
Pa. man pleads no contest to burning girlfriend's son
Alumni fight to help Wilberforce University suvive
Alumni fight to help Wilberforce University survive
2014 Weathersfield Twp. scrap-tire drive begins Monday
2014 Weathersfield Twp. scrap-tire drive begins Monday
Reminder: Mill Creek Park trail closed Thursday for pipe replacement
Reminder: Mill Creek Park trail closed Thursday for pipe replacement
Last crew member of plane that dropped A-bomb dies in Ga.
Last crew member of plane that dropped A-bomb dies in Ga.
Lowellville school board changes time of special meeting Thursday
Lowellville school board changes time of special meeting Thursday
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
FRIDAY Canfield Lions Club will have a fish fry from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at A La Cart Catering, 429
Ellsworth will have 80th class reunion
Ellsworth will have 80th class reunion ELLSWORTH The 80th annual Ellsworth School Reunion will
US consumer confidence hits highest point since ’07
U.S. consumers are more confident about the economy than they have been in nearly seven years.
Canfield takes title on Fitzgerald’s no-hitter
Canfield beat Tallmadge, 4-0, for a 9-10 state championship.
America Makes to show public what it’s made of at Sunday open house
By now, most people in the Mahoning Valley have heard about the America Makes facility and the 3-D manufacturing occurring inside.
YSU picked to finish 4th in MVFC
Junior WR/kick returner Andre Stubbs was the only Penguin to earn first team all-conference honors in the preseason.
U.S. attorney urges max sentence for Lupo in illegal dumping case
The assistant U.S. attorney prosecuting Ben Lupo for illegal discharges of oil-field waste into a Mahoning River tributary in Youngstown wants the maximum sentence — three years in federal prison and a $250,000 fine — to deter others from similar conduct.
Defense key in Boardman win
Second baseman Mya Duskey played a pivotal role in Boardman’s 4-2 win over Oak Hill.
Jury finds Dellick not guilty
By JOE GORMAN jgorman@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN John Dellick showed no emotion Tuesday as a
South Range begins drug testing
No positive tests recorded in first round, to superintendent's knowledge
Spikes’ barrage of hits buries Scrappers
State College (31-14) maintained its strong lead atop the Pinkney Division of the New York-Penn League.
Secret ballot right is fundamental, Trumbull Chair Polivka says
Trumbull Democratic Party rules call for secret committee ballots; state and national party require public votes.
Man to be charged for urinating on Modell’s grave
The man, who so far has been identified only as a Cleveland Browns fan, could face up to two years in jail and a $500 fine.
panic! at the disco Band remains in the spotlight
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Today, social-media avenues such as Facebook, Instagram,
Rucci to appear on ‘American Greed’
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Poland-based attorney Sebastian Rucci will appear on tonight’s episode
Chapin: Baseball welcomes excellent HOF class
The class included three players chosen in their first season of eligibility — pitchers Greg Maddux and Tom Glavine and slugger Frank Thomas — plus three managers, Joe Torre, Tony LaRussa and Bobby Cox.
Youngstown, Lorain school boards consider joint meeting
The meeting, if scheduled, would be planned between Youngstown and Lorain
Lowellville sidewalk installation project nears completion
The $400,000 project will likely be finished by the start of the 2014-15 school year, or shortly thereafter.
Repairs of drainage systems in Boardman face delays
Road department trying to catch up after extended winter
Fire district levy to be decided in Canfield and township
Fire district levy to be decided in Canfield and township
Franks still rolling along after 68 years
Gil and Doris Frank met nearly 70 years ago at a local bowling alley, sparking a love and marriage — and joint hobby — that have stood the test of time. On most Wednesdays and Fridays in the summer, the two bowl three games at Holiday Bowl on Youngstown-Poland Road in Struthers.
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Cruz quick to blame Democrats
Opinion: WASHINGTON Ted Cruz must be Texan for chutzpah. The Texas Republican gave an interview to
Tiger’s season on the brink
The next two weeks, starting Thursday at Firestone Country Club, are pivotal for Tiger Woods.
Gas prices decline
Gas prices decline YOUNGSTOWN Gas prices in the Youngstown-Warren area were listed at $3.364
US, EU impose new sanctions on Russia
Associated Press WASHINGTON Spurred to action by the downing of the Malaysian airliner, the
Senate passes highway bill and sends it back to House
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Senate voted Tuesday to keep federal highway money flowing to
newsmakers
newsmakers CBS shifts schedule to boost ratings for ‘Extant’ NEW YORK “Extant” is getting a
$17 billion reform measure offers a cure for troubled VA
Editorial: A $17 billion legislative compro- mise reached this week to treat structural maladies ailing the
Notable music released this week includes new albums by:
Notable music released this week includes new albums by: v Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers:
Farmers starts program to buy shares
Program to focus on buying stock from the company's smaller shareholders
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.44 —.15 Avalon
There is a darker side to sunblock
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords This time of year, sunblock is part of the daily routine for many
Appeals court upholds rules on labeling meat
Associated Press WASHINGTON A federal appeals court Tuesday upheld new government rules
Study: 35 percent in US are facing debt collectors
Associated Press WASHINGTON More than 35 percent of Americans have debts and unpaid bills that
Lack of education standards
Opinion: Stillwater (Okla.) NewsPress: Earlier this year, Oklahoma’s legislature killed Common Core, which
Legal tax thievery
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Did you scramble to get your taxes done this year at the last
Senate confirms new VA secretary
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Senate on Tuesday unanimously confirmed former Procter & Gamble
It’s time for the Battle of the Burgers
It’s time for the Battle of the Burgers The two-day event is scheduled from 5 to 11 p.m. Saturday
Big-city dining found at rural inn
Big-city dining found at rural inn If you think you have to drive to the big city to experience
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mahoning County Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services board, 5 p.m., 107 S.
Field announced for West Virginia derby
The Grade 2, $750,000 Derby on Saturday is the 45th running of the 1 1/8-mile race.
Austin eager for fresh start
Not too long ago, Miles Austin was on his way to becoming one of the elite wide receivers in the NFL.
METRO DIGEST || 12 dogs removed
12 dogs removed WARREN City police and the dog warden removed 12 dogs from a home at Oak and
6th annual senior fair is Saturday in Canfield
The event will feature live music, bingo, entertainment from the Grotto Clowns and numerous demonstrations.
Gordon’s legal team to argue second-half smoke
Josh Gordon’s lawyers will argue that Gordon’s narrowly positive test for marijuana resulted from second-hand smoke, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Bell wants to be more productive
Le’Veon Bell kept watching the tape over and over, equal parts pleased and puzzled by what he saw.
Warren SOUP event is Aug. 16
Warren SOUP is organized by a committee of local residents with a passion for social change and community development.
nfl news & notes
nfl news & notes ESPN suspends Smith: ESPN has suspended outspoken sportscaster Stephen A. Smith
major league baseball standings & boxscores
STANDINGS American League East Division WLPctGB Baltimore5946.562— Toronto5850.53721/2
Salem hospital building elevator out of service
The elevator will be returned to service no later than 11 a.m. Monday
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Gregory K. Jones, 57, of 245 Clarencedale, Boardman,
Israel hits symbols of Hamas rule in Gaza Strip; 128 Palestinians die
Associated Press GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip Israel unleashed its heaviest air and artillery assault
Brooklyn team advances to title game at Cene Park
The YSL Blue Angels and Youngstown All-Stars will meet at 10 a.m.
oddly enough
oddly enough Giant ketchup bottle draws tourists in Illinois COLLINSVILLE, Ill. For tourist
Mooney’s Cunningham headed to John Carroll
Mooney’s Cunningham headed to John Carroll YOUNGSTOWN Cardinal Mooney High graduate Joe
TB patient who refused treatment is arrested in Calif.
TB patient who refused treatment is arrested in Calif. FRESNO, Calif. A California man who
Akron schools to pay for autistic child’s education
Associated Press AKRON The Akron school district has agreed to pay just over $100,000 a year to
Northeast Ohio town will fix sirens after tornadoes
Associated Press BRUNSWICK, Ohio A Northeast Ohio community where two tornadoes have touched
Wright-Patterson pressured to fill more beds in hospital
Associated Press DAYTON Ohio’s largest military base is under pressure by the U.S. Department
Brothers charged in death of teen who stole bicycle
Associated Press CLEVELAND Two brothers used separate cars to fatally hit a 17-year-old boy who
Seattle’s Iwakuma continues road dominance
Hisashi Iwakuma (9-5) improved to 9-0 in his last 14 road starts, the second-longest such streak in club history.
Suspect arrested in theft of drugs
Suspect arrested in theft of drugs BOARDMAN Township police arrested a suspect Tuesday morning
Tuesday, July 29 (116 stories)
Nearly 7 decades later, bowling still joins this pair
Gil Frank has long been a self-proclaimed “bowling nut.”
Polivka issues public challenge to state Dem chair: 'Take your best shot'
Trumbull County Democratic Party Chairman Dan Polivka reaffirmed Tuesday the casting of secret ballots by the county’s Democratic Central Committee, which is called for under the local committee’s bylaws.
Youngstown Maker City Initiative Kickoff open house for public is Sunday
By now, most people in the Mahoning Valley have heard about the America Makes facility and the 3-D manufacturing occurring inside.
US attorney wants max sentence for Lupo
The assistant U.S. attorney prosecuting Ben Lupo for illegal discharges of oil-field waste into a Mahoning River tributary in Youngstown wants the maximum sentence — three years in federal prison and a $250,000 fine — to deter others from similar conduct.
Dellick not guilty after ex denies she feared for her life
John Dellick showed no emotion Tuesday as a municipal-court jury found him not guilty of aggravated menacing for an argument he had with an ex-girlfriend last November on the Youngstown State University campus.
Lowellville walking, biking improvements should be done by school's start
Village officials estimate that a $400,000 project designed to improve walking-and biking safety and access to the school complex is about two-thirds finished — and remain hopeful it will be done by the school year’s start in late August.
Canfield fire district voters to face !.25-mill permanent levy in Nov.
Residents of the township and city will have an operating levy for the fire district before them at this November’s election.
South Range starts drug-testing students
South Range schools have begun drug-testing students, specifically athletes in grades seven through 12 and students with parking permits.
Former trustee critical of Boardman's delays in drainage repairs
Drainage systems in need of repair in the township may not be complete until the end of the year or 2015 due to staff shortages, weather conditions and funding issues, township officials said.
California lifeguard injured by lightning improves
California lifeguard injured by lightning improves
Uncle Nick's Greek Fried Chicken closes Boardman store
Uncle Nick's Greek Fried Chicken closes Boardman store
St. Vincent DePaul Soup Kitchen to reopen Wednesday
St. Vincent DePaul Soup Kitchen to reopen Wednesday
Shelling adds to mounting civilian toll in Ukraine
Shelling adds to mounting civilian toll in Ukraine
Fire district levy to be decided in Canfield and township
Fire district levy to be decided in Canfield and township
Site selling items from convicted Ohio priest's funeral
Site selling items from convicted Ohio priest's funeral
Ohio air base pressured to fill more hospital beds
Ohio air base pressured to fill more hospital beds
Public meeting on Conneaut Lake Park is Wednesday night
Public meeting on Conneaut Lake Park is Wednesday night
Professional services building elevator in Salem out of service beginning Friday night
Salem hospital building elevator out of service beginning Friday
Polivka to Redfern: 'Take your best shot, I'm not going anywhere.'
Polivka to Redfern: 'Take your best shot, I'm not going anywhere.'
Study: More than 35 pct. in US facing debt collectors
Study: More than 35 pct. in US facing debt collectors
Farmers National Banc Corp. to purchase shares from smaller stockholders
Farmers National Banc Corp. to purchase shares from smaller stockholders
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1962 is having a class 70th birthday party Aug. 23 at Mike and
Scholarship contest will take place in Aug.
Scholarship contest will take place in Aug. YOUNGSTOWN Casal Aveda Institute Annual Scholarship
Each Cracked Crock piece ‘meant’ for someone
Linda Matulek has been in the antique shop business since 2011 and enjoys each day although she never thought she would find another passion like the one she had as a special education teacher.
Shockstrip founder hopes to change football forever
Shockstrip founder hopes to change football forever
Standoff in south Youngstown ends quietly
Suspect to be charged with various felonies relating to high speed chase and burglary
Recovery from traumatic head injury can be a slow process
Recovery from traumatic head injury can be a slow process
Local art on display at ValleyCare TMH
The hospital has displayed the work of local artists since 2006.
Reality TV trend leaves not much for imagination
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK A male contestant on a new VH1 dating show
Boardman couple nearly killed by carbon monoxide poisoning
Concerned daughter and neighbors saved their lives
Easy Street alumni in songwriters’ session
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN “Nashville Comes Home: a Songwriters Showcase,” featuring four
Local coaches stress technique to combat concussions
Local coaches stress technique to combat concussions
The victory was Mahoning Valley’s 11th in its last 16 games.
Patterson’s RBI single lifts Scrappers over State College.
newsmakers
newsmakers Times Square characters should be licensed, mayor says NEW YORK Cookie Monster soon
Immunization clinic
Immunization clinic NILES The city of Niles is offering an immunization clinic from 8:30 to 9:30
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Rashonda Walker, Warren, girl, July 27. Anthony and Allison
Crisis center hotline
Crisis center hotline YOUNGSTOWN Help Hotline Crisis Center Inc. is offering free training
2,000 Syrians killed in 2 weeks of fighting
2,000 Syrians killed in 2 weeks of fighting BEIRUT More than 2,000 Syrians — almost half of
Dollar Tree buying Family Dollar for $8.5 billion
Staff/wire report NEW YORK Dollar Tree is buying rival discount store Family Dollar in a cash-
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.60 .25 Avalon
Austintown residents face renewal levy; no additional taxes
Levy for the general fund costs $6.50 annually for the homeowner of a $100,000 house
Katie Rickman | The vindicator
Katie Rickman | The vindicator Mariah Leskovac, 10, second from left, and her sister, Destiny,
New toys are among items being donated to patients at Akron Children’s Hospital by
New toys are among items being donated to patients at Akron Children’s Hospital by Mariah’s Destiny.
Man found asleep in woman’s car
Man found asleep in woman’s car YOUNGSTOWN Police reports say a Sheridan Road woman who was on
Be ready for ‘prolonged’ war in Gaza, Netanyahu tells Israelis
Associated Press GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip Signaling an escalation of Israel’s Gaza operation,
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Christopher G. Ivezic, 30, of Brooklyn, N.Y., and
Court errs in cop-video ruling
Opinion: Columbus Dispatch: A recent Ohio appeals-court ruling that cruiser dash-camera videos are
Port authority must conduct national search for director
Editorial: The troubled Western Reserve Port Authority can do without any more controversy, which is what the
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, July 29, the 210th day of 2014. There are 155 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Study: Fist bumps less germy than handshakes
By MIKE STOBBE AP Medical Writer NEW YORK When it comes to preventing the spread of germs,
Fatal crash probed
Fatal crash probed MECCA The Ohio State Highway Patrol continues investigating a single-vehicle
Sisters reach out to young cancer patients and their families
Mariah Leskovac, 10, second from left, and her sister, Destiny, 13, third from left, created Mariah’s Destiny to collect donations of new items such as toys and games for sick children.
US: Russia violated ’87 missile agreement
Associated Press WASHINGTON In an escalation of tensions, the Obama administration accused
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Newton Falls school board, 5 p.m., board room, junior high school, 9071/2 Milton
Campbell PD offers money, promotions for physical fitness
A first physical fitness exam was offered Sunday, with another one to take place later this year.
Deal to improve vets’ health care to cost $17B
Associated Press WASHINGTON A bipartisan deal announced Monday would authorize about $17 billion
Compared with Gaza Strip, Israel is a safe place to live
Opinion: Compared with Gaza Strip, Israel is a safe place to live In Sunday’s (July 20) Vindicator, there
Change for First Place Foundation
First Place Foundation now part of Community Foundation of Mahoning Valley
COLUMBIANA COUNTY FAIR | Event schedule
The 2014 Columbiana County Fair runs through Sunday at the county fairgrounds, 225 Lee Ave., Lisbon.
Gail Trunick stands with one of her favorite pieces, “Bolivian Girl,” which is on
Gail Trunick stands with one of her favorite pieces, “Bolivian Girl,” which is on display at
Cortland declares 5-cent dividend
Cortland declares 5-cent dividend CORTLAND Cortland Bancorp, the holding company for Cortland
Live music on television shows this week include:
Live music on television shows this week include: v will.i.am: Tonight on “Tonight Show with Jimmy
Woman faces charges after Saturday row
Angelica J. Sturkie, 24 of Wickliffe, is charged with misdemeanor possession of marijuana drug paraphernalia and felony aggravated burglary.
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township:
Mom’s arrest sparks child-care debate
Associated Press NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. Plenty of working parents can relate to the dilemma Debra
Boys and Girls Club starts Great Futures Campaign
The ceremony to launch the campaign is at 12:30 p.m. Thursday
NCST hosts open house for new program
The open house will be at the school’s newly renovated satellite facility located at 4164 U.S. Route 422, one mile east of the Ohio/Pennsylvania border.
Associated Press
Associated Press TOLEDO Ohio’s amusement-ride inspectors won’t be conducting an official
Abuse suspect dead; 3 cops injured in NYC shootout
Associated Press NEW YORK A California man who skipped town after being accused of molesting a
oddly enough
oddly enough No ticket for Shrek over loud musical, chief says PORTSMOUTH, N.H. A musical
Pinkston not yet cleared to practice
Associated Press BEREA The Browns say offensive guard Jason Pinkston has not been medically
Tickets available for YSU’s game at Illinois
Tickets available for YSU’s game at Illinois YOUNGSTOWN Tickets for the Youngstown State
Boardman residents and trustees hear sales tax pitch
The Mahoning County commissioners are lobbying for an increase
Youngstown ranked 10th for largest MSA
A study by the Manhattan Institute for Policy Research named the Youngstown-Warren area 10th among the 100 largest MSA’s.
Monday, July 28 (86 stories)
Commissioner pitches county sales taxes to Boardman
Commissioner pitches county sales taxes to Boardman
Boardman swears in new fire chief, credits departing chief
Boardman swears in new fire chief, credits departing chief
Judge OKs record-setting $2B sale of Clippers
Judge Michael Levanas sided Monday with Sterling’s estranged wife in the case that arose after the 80-year-old billionaire was banned by the NBA for making offensive remarks about blacks.
Green Twp. firefighter's annual festival is Saturday
Green Twp. firefighter's annual festival is Saturday
Boys and Girls Club starts Great Futures Campaign on Thursday
Boys and Girls Club starts Great Futures Campaign on Thursday
Woman faces charges after Saturday row in Austintown
Woman faces charges after Saturday row in Austintown
Austintown police seek Niles man who made threats at his workplace
Niles man accused of making threats at his workplace
Bristolville man killed in single-vehicle accident
Bristolville man killed in single-vehicle accident
Youngstown police investigating South Side homicide
Youngstown police investigating South Side homicide
WORTH A LOOK
BOOK SALES Salem Public Library will sell used books from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 16 at St. Paul
St. Vitus Church plans festival
St. Vitus Church plans festival NEW CASTLE, PA. St. Vitus Church will have a festival beginning
Concussions in female athletes need more attention
Concussions in female athletes need more attention
Schools increasing use of athletic trainers to curb concussions
Schools increasing use of athletic trainers to curb concussions
COLUMBIANA COUNTY FAIR Schedule of events
The 2014 Columbiana County Fair runs through Sunday at the county fairgrounds, 225 Lee Ave., Lisbon.
Glaciers capture first NABF World Series title
Dion Felger threw a complete-game six-hitter, allowing just one run as the Glaciers defeated Creekside Fitness, 8-1.
Struthers to wrap up yearslong project addressing erosion in backyards
When Gary and Joanne Kalbasky moved into their Judith Lane home 38 years ago, the creek in their backyard was small and unobtrusive, stretching barely a foot wide.
PRO GOLF | Weekend tournaments
SENIOR BRITISH OPEN BRIDGEND, WALES Bernhard Langer ran away with the Senior British Open for
Local teams advance at FOD
By CURTIS PULLIAM cpulliam@vindy.com BOARDMAN Kylie Ciccolelli had a simple approach to
Ray, Pikunas shine in stormy Greatest Golfer junior final
Donavan Ray, Jacinta Pikunas, Jared Wilson and Jenna Vivo score victories Sunday.
Weather hampers Sunfest
Adults and kids take part in sand-sculpture competition during annual park festival
Music is the main event monthly at Stambaugh
The monthly concert series is called Bands at the Baugh
High court showdown looms large
Opinion: WASHINGTON Don’t be so sure the Supreme Court is going to save Obamacare. Again. The question is
Family of 5 killed in Maine; gun is found
Family of 5 killed in Maine; gun is found SACO, MAINE A family of five, including three children
Build team strategy to lessen concussion dangers to US youth
Editorial: Just a few short weeks from now, football players for high schools across the Mahoning Valley will
Movie masters stay sharp
Associated Press Visiting a retired Frank Capra at his Sierra Nevada hideaway, Clint Eastwood was
record reviews
LEE BAINS III & THE GLORY FIRES Album: “Deconstructed” (Sub Pop) Grade: B Alabama-born
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city, includes the average ticket
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city, includes the average ticket
IN SOCIETY
IN SOCIETY Worth A Look covers book sales, craft shows, festival/fairs, sales, special events and
2 killed in plane crash in NW Ohio
Associated Press FINDLAY, Ohio Authorities in northwest Ohio say that two people were killed in
House, Senate chairmen reach a tentative deal on VA reform
Associated Press WASHINGTON The chairmen of the House and Senate Veterans Affairs committees
Sides exchange fire, despite pre-holiday truce pledges
Associated Press GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP Israel and Hamas launched new attacks Sunday in the
Israel, Hamas seek gains in Gaza war
Associated Press GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP Israel and Hamas are holding out for bigger gains in the
Years Ago
Today is Monday, July 28, the 209th day of 2014. There are 156 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Big Hurt, Torre lead exceptional HOF class
Big Hurt, Torre lead exceptional HOF class COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. Frank Thomas choked back tears, Joe
Islamic militants destroy historic mosque in Iraq
Associated Press BAGHDAD Militants from the Islamic State group blew up a mosque and shrine
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Mahoning County Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services Board, PR Committee Meeting,
Scrap-tire collection planned in Howland
Scrap-tire collection planned in Howland howland The township will have a scrap-tire curbside
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Franklin slams server’s D-I-S-R-E-S-P-E-C-T NIAGARA FALLS, ONTARIO Aretha Franklin
INSIDE
INSIDE Team strategy needed to keep youth athletes safe. A10 Female athletes are more likely to
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Richard J. Smith, 26, of 5569 Hoagland Blackstub
Police find men asleep in car with guns
Driver said he bought guns because someone is trying to kill him
Group restoring plane that flew Lake Erie Islands
Associated Press PORT CLINTON, Ohio A northern Ohio group restoring a Ford Tri-Motor plane to
2014 Scholarships Mahoning County
The list of high-school graduates who have received college or university scholarships is based on
No injuries reported in Boardman house fire
No injuries reported in Boardman house fire BOARDMAN There were no injuries in a house fire
Fighting intensifies near MH17 disaster site
Associated Press DONETSK, UKRAINE Ukrainian armed forces mounted a major onslaught against pro-
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Police: Woman posted selfies in stolen dress, ends up arrested WEST FRANKFORT, Ill.
By GREG GULAS
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com STRUTHERS The PONY Baseball Colt-15 Zone double-elimination
California lightning hits 14; 1 man dies
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A coroner’s official says a 20-year-old man has died after
State College power surge overwhelms Scrappers
The Spikes used three two-run homers to beat the Scrappers, 8-5, in front of 2,099 weather-weary fans at Eastwood Field.
Harrison’s four hits power Bucs
Josh Harrison had four hits, including a tiebreaking homer, to help the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Colorado Rockies, 7-5, on Sunday.
MLB ROUNDUP Sunday’s games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 3, Rays 2 ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. David Ortiz hit a three-run homer, and
Santana’s power surge continues in Tribe victory
Carlos Santana hit two more home runs, giving him six in six games.
Bulked-up Mingo looks for bigger, better season with Browns
Browns linebacker Barkevious Mingo is banking on bigger being better after a rookie year that started fast and then sort of fizzled.
Wheaton’s injury-plagued rookie season just memory
Markus Wheaton realizes the pressure is there, but he doesn’t mind.
Fight of a lifetime
The 45-year-old believes he has suffered more than 50 concussions throughout his boxing career.
Sunday, July 27 (91 stories)
Two arrested downtown after being found asleep in car with weapons
The men had reportedly left a Gibson Street bar at 6 a.m.
'Lucy' handily defeats 'Hercules' at theaters this weekend
This summer's box-office slump continues.
Weeklong Columbiana County Fair opens Monday with new grandstand
A preview night is set Monday after 3 p.m.
Girard judge provides funds to arm police with new Glocks
Funding comes from the municipal court's court-cost fund.
Israeli leader says nation is not targeting Gazan civilians
Benjamin Netanyahu pressed his nation's case on American television today.
Rena Passas, Gregory Shak are engaged
Michael and Claire Passas of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Rena Passas, and Gregory Shak, both of Columbus.
Jessop-Toepfer vows will be said in Oct.
Amy Jo Jessop of New Waterford and Jim Toepfer of Hubbard are engaged, her parents are announcing.
Tyma-Gonzalez wedding vows are scheduled
Jocelyn Marie Tyma of Boardman and Paul Gonzalez Jr. of Youngstown are engaged, their parents are
Jeannie King, Gary Mottram are engaged
Jeannie Marie Louise King and Gary James Mottram, both of Austintown, are engaged and are announcing
Miss Cosgrove, Mr. Mastrovito plan Aug. rites
Jessica Cosgrove, daughter of Michael and Wendy Cosgrove of Salem, and Michael Mastrovito, son of
Africas celebrate 50th anniversary with trip, cruise
CANFIELD Mr. and Mrs. John Africa Sr. of Canfield began their 50th anniversary celebration with a
Bankses’ 50th honored with party and trip
POLAND George and Barbara Banks of Poland were honored for their golden anniversary at a party
Delsignores mark 50th at family dinner
struthers Mario and Julie Delsignore of Struthers celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary July
Askeys celebrate 50th mark with family dinner
WARREN Mr. and Mrs. Dale D. Askey of Warren celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on May 9
Annual Tri-county walk will get hearts pumping
A major fundraiser of the American Heart Association will happen Sept. 20.
Grow Youngstown teams up with YSU
Grow Youngstown teams up with YSU YOUNGSTOWN Farm to YOU is opening a mid season share from
HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY || Jessie Howell Washington
HONOREE Residence: Youngstown Date of birth: July 27, 1914 in Tchula, Miss. FAMILY Parents:
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
SENIOR CITIZENS
Lowellville Senior Citizens will meet for their annual picnic at noon Friday at Giannos Catering
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Breast cancer survivors invited to Pink Ribbon Tea
This is the 20th anniversary of the Pink Ribbon Tea.
Maker City event is next Sunday in downtown Youngstown
Maker City event is next Sunday in downtown Youngstown
Caitlin Yager remembered for her philanthropy
The Canfield woman died in an automobile accident late last year.
Gym has grown along with CrossFit trend
Three years after opening, Reaction teaches 10-12 fitness classes per day
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Festival prince proudly wears crown
The festival continues from 1 to 10 p.m. today
‘Pastor Julia’ and her ministry takes to the streets to aid those in need
It’s was 8:30 Friday night, and Pastor Julia Wike was driving a large, maroon van marked on the side with the words “The Basement Outreach Ministries” on some of the more dangerous streets north of downtown, looking for people who needed her help.
Roethlisberger not worried about future
While he understands the NFL is a business, Ben Roethlisberger has no plans to entertain the idea of taking his business somewhere other than Pittsburgh.
Butler bashes Indians
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. Billy Butler and the surging Kansas City Royals wrecked things
around the horn
around the horn Saturday’s other games National League Reds 1, Nationals 0 CINCINNATI
golf league scores
MEN YMCA (Mill Creek) — Low gross: Mark Olbrych 33; Steve Svedas 34; Glenn Milton 35; Al Pacella
Here are today’s entertainment picks:
Here are today’s entertainment picks: v Serbian Day picnic: Enjoy ethnic foods and music from
By Eric McCrea
By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com New Castle, Pa. Once in a great while, a movie gets
Obama should consider a visit to region for Maker City event
Editorial: President Barack Obama has pub- licly mentioned the Mahoning Valley’s trailblazing work in additive
Ukraine launches offensive to retake Donetsk
Associated Press DONETSK, Ukraine Ukrainian officials said their forces advanced to the
Man charged with threatening flight
Man charged with threatening flight TORONTO A 25-year-old man charged for purportedly making
US evacuates embassy in Libya
Associated Press WASHINGTON The United States shuttered its embassy in Libya on Saturday and
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES VETERANS Marine reunion AUSTINTOWN Featured speakers for the 35th annual Marine
Nibali all but clinches Tour with one stage left
Nibali all but clinches Tour with one stage left PERIGUEUX, France Finally cracking broad smiles
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
5 skin-saving facts about sunscreens
Sunscreen may be big business, with sales topping $1 billion last year, but not nearly enough of us
MILESTONES
MILESTONES DOCTORS Residency completed Luke Daniel Frank Krautter, son of Martha Krautter
Don’t put savings above safety
Editorial: Advocates of loosening minimum mandatory prison sentences for drug offenders can quickly spout off
Ariz. execution renews debate over method
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO A third execution by lethal injection has gone awry in six
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, July 27, the 208th day of 2014. There are 157 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Special-project calls
Special-project calls YOUNGSTOWN America Makes announced two special-project calls on behalf of
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.33 —.37 Avalon
Youngstown Maker City event is next Sunday
The family event is open to the public, and will feature local hobbyists and makers, 3-D printer demonstrations, and tours of the America Makes facility.
Park board, other officials must stop treating the public like kids
Opinion: Park board, other officials must stop treating the public like kids Ever since the euthanasia of
Pope’s edict affects local Mafia boss
Opinion: Lost in all the news coverage about the Second Coming of the King — James, that is, he of the
78th National Midyear Show opens
Staff report Youngstown The 78th National Midyear Show opens today at The Butler Institute of
Welcome to the New (Social) World
In my classes at Youngstown State, we have a lot of really talented nontraditional-age students.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman Health Center Lechelle Hatcher, Youngstown, boy, July 25. Ashley
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS Columbiana COUNTY New complaints National Collegiate Student Loan Trust v. Ashton
2 guns found at home of suspect in hospital attack
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Authorities found two more guns at the home of a man suspected of
Nissan expands recall for faulty air bag
Associated Press NEW YORK Nissan is recalling more than 226,000 additional vehicles over a
7 ex-NFL players appeal terms of concussion deal
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Seven former professional football players filed a court
Nigeria case shows Ebola can spread by air travel
Associated Press ABUJA, Nigeria Nigerian health authorities raced to stop the spread of Ebola on
Warren Township gets grant for truck
Warren Township gets grant for truck WARREN The Warren Township Fire Department has been awarded
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Youngstown City Council CDA committee, 5 p.m., council caucus room, sixth floor,
Dr. Renee Markovich is a past president of OAFP and a member since 1997.
Richard and Carol Markovich also to be honored Aug. 2
Niles girl finishes third in Derby division race
Hailey Frederick of Niles took third in the Rally Masters Division
Marijuana seen as reason for rise in number of Denver homeless
Associated Press DENVER Officials at some Denver homeless shelters say the legalization of
N. Korea fires short-range missile into east-coast sea
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea North Korea fired a short-range ballistic missile into
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
REALTY Real Living Volpini Realty Group recently announced that Janine Furrie joined the company
Police ID 3 children killed in crash of carjacked SUV
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Two carjackers who fled after ramming a stolen SUV into a family
Wildlife saviors on a shoestring budget Animal attraction
Warren family saves wildlife on shoestring budget.
‘Tales From the Joint’ author plans signing
‘Tales From the Joint’ author plans signing YOUNGSTOWN Sean Dubois Day of Cleveland, author of
Browns get first look at Manziel
There were No. 2 jerseys everywhere, ringing the practice fields in various shapes, sizes and colors.
Baseball honors stars off the field
Associated Press COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. Joe Garagiola couldn’t make the festivities in person. He
Austintown pays tribute to Wally Bell
The main field at Austintown Township Park is now known as Wally Bell Field.
Dillon kisses Indy bricks after first win
For a first time winner, Ty Dillon had the Brickyard’s winning tradition down as cold as the celebratory beer he chugged outside his car.
State champions: Canfield 11-12 team wins Ohio Little League state title
It wasn’t the way Canfield’s 11-12 baseball team wanted it to happen, but the end result was just as satisfying.
Scrappers top Crosscutters in 10 innings
Taylor Murphy’s RBI single in the 10th inning propelled the Mahoning Valley Scrappers to a 5-1 victory.
Canfield’s Fitzgerald, Castronova combine for no-hitter vs. Kingsville
One of the hardest decision a manager faces is whether it’s OK to lift your starting pitcher during a no-hitter.
Pirates’ struggles at Coors Field continue
Associated Press DENVER Nolan Arenado bounced back from a benching with three hits, including a
Ursuline falls in Panera Bread Soccer Classic
Gianni Quattro scored both goals in Ursuline’s 3-2 loss.
Saturday, July 26 (82 stories)
Mahoning Valley youth do well in 77th Soap Box Derby
Mahoning Valley youth do well in 77th Soap Box Derby
Police ID 3 children killed in Philly carjacking crash
Police ID 3 children killed in Philly carjacking crash
Committee hears update on Ohio prison food complaints
Committee hears update on Ohio prison food complaints
State party sanctions Trumbull Dems for having secret ballot for commissioner
State party sanctions Trumbull Dems for having secret ballot for commissioner
Pa. State Police seek public's help in Slippery Rock robbery
Pa. State Police seek public's help in Slippery Rock robbery
SOCIETY DIGEST | July 26
Sensory sensitive movie is planned NILES The Autism Society of Ohio, Mahoning Valley office, is
4-H king and queen will be chosen
A king and queen will be chosen from among the 4-H Royal Court members.
Students excel in online school
The brother and sister will take classes for dual college and high school credit this year
Man charged in Struthers stabbing death appears in court
Bond for Roy Cleary, 40, was set at more than half a million dollars.
Two more men charged in South Street homicide
Two of three men charged in the April 7 killing of James R. Levels and wounding of Lisa Prater were arraigned on the charges Friday in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court.
Roethlisberger’s extension to wait until ’15
Salary cap issues have Steelers holding off on extension
Projections show GM July sales up 14 percent
Estimates by TrueCar show General Motors July U.S. new car sales up 14.5 percent from last year.
Fast-food workers prepare to escalate wage demands
Associated Press CHICAGO Fast-food workers say they’re prepared to escalate their campaign for
US to evaluate air-bag failures in some Impalas
Associated Press DETROIT The U.S. government’s highway-safety agency has decided to seek further
sunday news shows
sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Sen. John
Bill boosts child tax credit for some
Associated Press WASHINGTON More families with higher incomes could claim the popular child tax
Douglas, Keaton can’t rehab this property
REVIEW ‘And So It Goes’ Grade: F Cast: Michael Douglas, Diane Keaton Run time: 1:33
Community before politics
Opinion: COLUMBUS Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman is a Democrat. He supports Democrats, and earlier this
State racing panel responsible for adequate supply of horses
Editorial: To horsemen and others familiar with the horse-racing industry, Sunday’s front-page in-depth
Mooney speech team hits 50th milestone
It’s the first Mahoning Valley school to achieve the standard
Scientists make love, war weapons in ‘Manhattan’
IF YOU WATCH What: “Manhattan” When: Sunday, 9 p.m. Where: WGN America By Lynn Elber
US: Russia shelling Ukraine in new escalation
Associated Press KIEV, Ukraine Russia is launching artillery attacks from its soil on Ukrainian
Here are today’s entertainment picks:
Here are today’s entertainment picks: v Tributes: Elevation (U2 tribute band) and Jersey (Bruce
Ban e-cigs from workplaces
Opinion: Appleton (Wisc.) Post-Crescent: There’s a lot we don’t know about electronic cigarettes. There’s
Today is Saturday, July 26, the 207th day of 2014. There are 158 days left in the year.
Today is Saturday, July 26, the 207th day of 2014. There are 158 days left in the year.
birthdays
birthdays Actor James Best (“The Dukes of Hazzard”) is 88. Singer Darlene Love is 73. Singer
Christian Associates elect George Takash
Christian Associates elect George Takash HERMITAGE, PA. George Takash is the new president of
Columbiana chamber to host breakfast
Columbiana chamber to host breakfast columbiana The Columbiana Area Chamber of Commerce will
Each life and death remain unique
“Numberless are the world’s wonders, but none — none more wondrous than the human body.” Sophocles
Man who shot at cat faces felony charge
Mark Cook said he got mad at the cat when it began clawing at bedclothes.
Associated Press
Associated Press CINCINNATI U.S. Sen. Rand Paul blended his message of libertarian-fueled
Atty. Mark Hanni drops out of court race
Hanni said the reason he’s dropping out is because he doesn’t have the time to give the race the time it deserves.
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people Thursday. Those indicted will be arraigned before
Ex-officer returned to jail in murder case
Associated Press AKRON A former Akron police captain will spend the next 30 days in jail while
Judge disputes prosecutors’ claims
Associated Press AKRON A judge overseeing the murder case of a man accused of killing four
Ebola outbreak spreads to Nigeria
Ebola outbreak spreads to Nigeria ABUJA, Nigeria An Ebola outbreak that has left more than 660
gaza conflict Sides OK brief cease-fire, not truce
Associated Press JERUSALEM Israel-Hamas fighting looked headed for escalation after U.S.
Three government programs helpED provide septic systems for 63 Trumbull County homes since 2010
Three to four Trumbull County property owners will receive new septic systems in the coming months through an Ohio Environmental Protection Agency program that pays 85 to 100 percent of the cost.
Salem students seeking shoes for the needy
The class of 2016 is collecting gently used shoes for Funds2Orgs. That organization sends the shoes to micro-enterprises in developing countries, creating jobs for individuals
Obama urges Latin leaders, GOP to help ease migrant crisis
Associated Press WASHINGTON Pressing for swift action, President Barack Obama on Friday urged
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Brendon and Marcia Radcliffe, Hermitage, Pa., girl, July 24.
Global problems fail to dent enthusiasm for stocks in US
Associated Press A war breaks out between Israel and Hamas. An airliner is shot out of the sky in
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.33 —.37 Avalon
Afghan Taliban leader warns against pact with US
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan In a blow to hopes for peace talks, the Taliban’s reclusive
Plane crashes
Plane crashes GROVE CITY, PA. There was a plane crash at the Grove City Airport about 11:30 a.m.
US probes air-bag problem in 2006-2008 Hyundai Sonatas
Associated Press DETROIT U.S. safety regulators are investigating whether an electrical problem
General Assembly planned
Staff report youngstown The Catholic Diocese of Youngs-town will engage in a General Assembly
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Derrick W. McDowell, 34, of 3221 Quentin Drive,
PFS gets grant
PFS gets grant YOUNGSTOWN The Thomases Family Endowment Distribution Committee of Youngstown
vacation bible school | Sessions in the area
vacation bible school | Sessions in the area Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public
Baby dies after being left in hot car in Kansas
Associated Press WICHITA, Kan. A 10-month-old Kansas girl died after being strapped for more
Large, Sandy-struck family to split $20M lottery prize
Associated Press BEACHWOOD, N.J. A lottery-playing tradition started by the matriarch of a
Warren to build new bulk-water stations at treatment plant in Bazetta
The city’s water treatment plant will have a new set of bulk-water filling stations on the south end of the property by the end of the year.
Car hits building
Car hits building YOUNGSTOWN A woman was charged with driving under suspension after police say
Thomas, Glavine, Maddux ready for MLB Hall of Fame
Tore, La Russa and Cox also are being inducted Sunday
YSU men’s basketball players earn top honors
YSU men’s basketball players earn top honors Kansas City, Mo. The Youngstown State men’s
Three Scrappers pitchers combine to blank ‘Cutters
Carter earned his first win in relief of Lovegrove
Friday, July 25 (107 stories)
No trolley tours Sunday at Mill Creek Park's Sunfest
No trolley tours Sunday at Mill Creek Park's Sunfest
Campbell police charge man with receiving stolen property
Campbell police charge man with receiving stolen property
Man charged in Struthers stabbing death appears in court
Man charged in Struthers stabbing death appears in court
Israel kills senior Gaza militant, mulls next move
Israel kills senior Gaza militant, mulls next move
Country Club will have white party
Country Club will have white party CANFIELD The Columbus Coralinas, a synchronized swim team
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Mill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet at 6:30
Band's future uncertain in wake of Carmen Mico's death
The Carmen Mico Orchestra was an area staple from its formation in 1980 until its last show in 2011. It boasted the complete instrumentation needed for an authentic big band sound.
Youngstown will reduce fire department staffing by 8 to save $1M
The moves would save about $1 million a year
Arby’s family unites to remember a Youngstown-born, global brand
The Youngstown Arby’s headquarters’ employees were like a family. Thursday night the family came together again to reunite and in celebration of a 50-year-old brand that started right here in the Valley.
Mahoning library levy will appear on fall ballot
The library will combine 2 real-estate levies into a single initiative for voters to decide in November
Poland Township trustees face backlash on ditch issue
Residents of Cliffview and Camella drives considering lawsuit
Recall costs a big blow to GM bottom line
Strong months of sales can't make up for sizable expenses related to recalls
Warren Steel Holdings plant to reopen
PUCO ruling allows Warren Steel Holdings plant to save up to $35 million on electricity costs
Warren council approves new contract with dispatchers
Warren City Council has approved a 2 1/2-year contract with the 11 dispatchers in the police department that doesn’t change the city’s cost.
Warren man gets seven years in prison for assaulting bailiff
A man with a history of assaults on law enforcement officers and a pending case of police-officer-assault received a seven-year prison term Thursday.
Liberty to move on road repaving soon
The loan is against taxes that will be collected from the newly passed road levy.
Robert Hagan running for state school board
Hagan objects to public money being diverted from public education without oversight
Boardman Community Briefs
Ursuline reunion to be Aug. 30 The Ursuline High School Class of 1969 reunion will take place on
‘Lucy’ won’t stretch your brain capacity
REVIEW ‘Lucy’ Cast: Scarlett Johansson, Morgan Freeman Grade: D Run time: 1:30 Rated: R
New-home sales plummet
Associated Press WASHINGTON Sales of new U.S. homes plunged in June, a sign that real estate
ODNR’s accountability grows with drilling website upgrades
Editorial: For all of its hyperbole and fear- mongering, the furor over fracking in Ohio has produced some
BUSINESS DIGEST || Health system name changed
Name changed YOUNGSTOWN Catholic Health Partners, parent health-care system of Humility of Mary
End aid to Palestinian Authority
Opinion: The anti-Semitic “tradition” of blaming Jews for the world’s problems mostly took a temporary back
Selected local stocks
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Holy Family Parish hosts Vacation Bible School
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com For its Vacation Bible School from June 23-27, Holy Family
Here are today’s entertainment picks:
Here are today’s entertainment picks: v Our Lady of Mount Carmel Festival: Food, music, games
No listeria found in Schwebel products
Schwebel will still honor the consumer return of products produced at the facility before July 22.
Air Algerie jet crashes in Mali
Associated Press OUAGADOUGOu, Burkina Faso An Air Algerie jetliner carrying 116 people crashed
Rep. Ryan rolling in campaign dough
Opinion: There is little — if any — doubt that U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan will be re-elected in November to his
newsmakers
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Agenda Saturday
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Clothing/breakfast/food Saturday
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Dixie Soul set to release first EP at Dusty Armadillo
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Keith Smith is a veteran of the Northeast Ohio music
Years Ago
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Greatest threat to our nation looms at border with Mexico
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Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Gabrielle Walker and Jacob Cearfoss, Youngstown, girl, July
OSU band director fired
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio State University fired the director of its celebrated marching
Fifteen killed while seeking refuge at UN school in Gaza
Associated Press GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip A U.N. school in Gaza crowded with hundreds of
Green Youngstown gets top state honors
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POLICE CALLS
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Father charged after fallen dresser kills 2 children
Associated Press ALIQUIPPA, Pa. The father of two toddlers who died after a dresser fell on them
Trumbull Republicans plan to continue secret balloting
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MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jason K. Rohrer, 37, of 185 Hamilton Blvd.,
Police seize drugs and guns in vice raids
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police arrested three people and seized two guns in two vice squad raids
Penguins place 22nd in WGCA team GPA
Penguins place 22nd in WGCA team GPA Youngstown The Youngstown State women’s golf team
Ravens RB Rice suspended for 2 games
The six-year veteran was arrested in February for domestic violence
oddly enough
oddly enough Employee accused of using company check to pay prostitute SLIDELL, La. Police in
YSU students named to Spring 2014 Dean’s List
Youngstown State University has announced the students who have been named to the Spring 2014 Dean’s
Celebrate Poland announces winners
The organizers of Celebrate Poland have announced this year’s winners. The first place winner in
Boardman Knights of Columbus host 5K race to raise funds for charitable causes
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com For the fourth year, the Boardman Knights of Columbus has put on a 5K race at St. Charles Borromeo Parish on Westview Drive to raise money for its various charitable causes.
Good Hope Lutheran Church hosts ‘A Superhero Story’
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com From June 23-27, as part of its Vacation Bible School,
Mad Science makes stop at library
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com The Mad Science organization made a stop June 19 at
Boardman school officials break ground on new sports stadium
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com The first step in constructing the new $4 million sports stadium at Boardman High School took place on June 20 with the groundbreaking ceremony.
Canfield Community Briefs
Ursuline reunion to be Aug. 30 The Ursuline High School Class of 1969 reunion will take place on
Celebrate Poland announces winners
The organizers of Celebrate Poland have announced this year’s winners. The first place winner in
Hilltop students enjoy Field Day
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Celebrating the end of the school year, first-, second- and
Association awards scholarships
The Austintown Alumni Association awarded a total of $6000 in scholarships to eight members of the 2014 Fitch graduating class.
Mill Creek MetroParks hosts Explore Mill Creek event
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Mill Creek MetroParks spent June and July hosting Explore
Soccer players celebrate World Cup at camp
The Canfield High School Soccer Boosters had its annual Summer Kid’s Camp for Canfield Soccer Club recreational league players on June 16-20.
Boardman Park hosts first of five Family Nights in the Park
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com On June 28, Boardman Park hosted the first of five Family
Youngstown YWCA hosts Young Artists week-long camp
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com During the early summer, the downtown Youngstown YWCA
FirstLight HomeCare provides service to area seniors
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Since FirstLight HomeCare opened on Aug. 1, 2013, the
Poland Youth Soccer Association to begin 33rd season
In 2014, the Poland Youth Soccer Association will be starting its 33rd year, with 48 rec teams and nine travel teams playing at Poland Township Park.
Austism Society announces summer camp
The Autism Society of Ohio Mahoning Valley office, in collaboration with the Youngstown YMCA and
Boardman Park hosts Senior Fun Day
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com With a lot of seniors lacking activities, Boardman Park
Austintown Community Briefs
Ursuline reunion to be Aug. 30 The Ursuline High School Class of 1969 reunion will take place on
Poland Community Briefs
Ursuline reunion to be Aug. 30 The Ursuline High School Class of 1969 reunion will take place on
Poland Sports Briefs
Athletic activity fee due The Poland Local School Board has instituted an activity fee for
Canfield swim team defeats Logan at meet
Canfield Swim and Tennis Club (CSTC) scored 440 points out of a possible 480 against Logan Swim and
Hilltoppers celebrate last day of school
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School students celebrated their last day
Cornersburg Dairy Queen hosts Father’s Day event
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Following May’s successful event for Mother’s Day, the
Youngstown YWCA hosts Young Artists week-long camp
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com During the early summer, the downtown Youngstown YWCA
Boardman Park hosts first of five Family Nights in the Park
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com On June 28, Boardman Park hosted the first of five Family
Area students win Green Team poster contest
Eight students out of 863 entries from area Mahoning county public, private and parochial schools
Smith Corners Church hosts Family Fun Night
To kick off the summer season, Smith Corners Church hosted the first of three Family Fun Nights on June 27.
Stadium Drive sends students off
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com With its 94 fourth-grade students on their last day of
Thursday, July 24 (114 stories)
Arby's original headquarters' 'family' reunites tonight downtown
The Youngstown Arby’s headquarters’ employees were like a family.
Final decision on Sciortino suspension expected Friday
A three-member commission considering the suspension of indicted Mahoning County Auditor Michael Sciortino is supposed to make a final decision no later than Friday.
Final tip of the hat to renowned Valley musician, Carmen Mico
Twenty years ago, Carmen J. Mico told The Vindicator that he’d never retire from music.
Man with history of assaulting authorities gets 7 years
A man with a history of assaults on law-enforcement officers received a seven-year prison term Thursday.
Mahoning commissioners approve combined, reduced library levy for November
Mahoning County commissioners agreed to allow the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County to combine two real-estate tax levies into a single initiative for the Nov. 4 ballot.
Teen-ager indicted on 11 counts of aggravated robbery
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted a 17-year-old on 11 counts of aggravated robbery Thursday.
'I've had enough,' resident tells Poland trustees tonight
Poland Township Trustees Robert Lidle and Eric Ungaro got into a heated exchange with a resident of Cliffview Drive Thursday regarding the township’s handling of a ditch that has posed a problem for residents of Cliffview and Camella drives for years.
Mahoning County library levy will be on fall ballot
Mahoning County library levy will be on fall ballot
Pa. father charged after dresser deaths of toddlers
Pa. father charged after dresser deaths of toddlers
Judge OKs settlement that ends Ohio workers' comp case
Judge OKs settlement that ends Ohio workers' comp case
Market Street bridge traffic to be one lane in each direction
Market Street bridge traffic to be one lane in each direction
Cooking contest set at White House farm
Cooking contest set at White House farm CANFIELD White House Fruit Farm will sponsor a unique
Area students visit Germany
Area students recently returned from an exchange visit to central Germany.
Arby's comes home to mark 50th
Paul Brown, chief executive officer of Arby’s, speaks at the fast-food chain’s 50th anniversary celebration in Champion. He spoke Wednesday about the Mahoning Valley’s impact on the global brand that started in Boardman on July 23, 1964.
Hoyer, Manziel fighting to become Browns starting QB
After months of having his off-field behavior analyzed, scrutinized and criticized, Johnny Manziel will again be the center of attention.
NABF Senior World Series begins today at Cene
The Mahoning Valley has long been known as a hotbed when it comes to amateur baseball.
Bacteria at Schwebel’s posed no health risk
The bacteria found at Schwebel Baking Co. on Tuesday has been confirmed not to be the type of listeria that poses a risk to public health, an independent, certified lab confirmed.
Pulliam: Scrappers fun bunch to watch
The Scrappers, who struggled to start their season, have turned it around recently.
Replacement trees at an inner-city fruit grove will be planted Saturday
The founder is ‘nervous’ about the new trees also being destroyed
YCS golf scramble will benefit Harris family
The school plans to donate proceeds toward the funeral of Anthony Harris Jr. and his father, Anthony Harris Sr.
Carolina on Creekside’s mind
Last Sunday, Creekside defeated the Cleveland Longhorns, 11-3 to advance to this week’s zone championship, outscoring opponents by a 39-13 count.
Boardman township continues effort to get rid of illegal signs
Illegal signs can still be found in many places around the township
Port authority funding and hiring of director placed on hold
The Western Reserve Port Authority did not hire John Moliterno to be economic development director.
Astro Falcons chasing tourney title in Toledo
The Astro Falcons (38-9) captured the Little B League title this season with a 27-4 overall mark, entering World Series play with an 11-5 post-season mark.
Asking Alexandria Band brings excitement back to rock
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com An old adage is that music is cyclical. What was out
Ex-Fitch football player gets 10-day sentence in assault case
Apologetic Mahone charged with four misdemeanors
Youngstown Riders team to bicycle 150-mile round trip for MS
Shawn Tiberio, former Marine, is team captain
Struthers to intensify STEM education at elementary school
The school board also hired three new teachers at its regular meeting Tuesday.
More state oversight of charter schools needed, candidate charges
Charter school operators have lobbied for a lack of oversight, Ed FitzGerald contends
Scrappers’ streak snapped at 5 games
The Mahoning Valley Scrappers wasted a quality start from Sean Brady and saw their five-game winning streak snapped by the State College Spikes on Wednesday night.
Canfield police plan neighborhood patrols
Grant pays for OT hours of officers while they patrol city neighborhoods
Indians’ bats offer little help for Bauer
Cleveland begins a four-game series Thursday in Kansas City.
NIGHTLIFE
Barrel Run Crossing Winery and Vineyard, 3272 Industry Road, Rootstown; 330-325-1075 Sat: Grady
It’s junket time in Congress
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords When I heard our Congress critters are taking an extended vacation
Released prisoners get help
Opinion: Ironton (Ohio) Tribune: Last week the state of Ohio opened what could be a saving grace for those
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Filmmaker Moore’s divorce is finalized BELLAIRE, MICH. Filmmaker Michael Moore’s
New rules are proposed for stopping deadly oil-train fires
Associated Press WASHINGTON Responding to a series of fiery train crashes, the government
GM | Details of new recalls
Here are the models covered and details of the recalls: 475,161 total: Covers Chevrolet Equinox,
NFL PRESEASON CAPSULES | NFC teams at a glance
NFC EAST PHILADELPHIA EAGLES (10-7) OPEN CAMP: Friday, Philadelphia. LAST YEAR: Went from
Crucial anti-poverty program hit with the loss of Head Start
Editorial: Three years after Ohio’s depart- ment of Education demanded reimbursement of hundreds of thousands
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK And So it Goes (PG-13) Regal Austintown: Fri.-Th. (11:55, 2:25) 4:50, 7:20, 9:50
Looking back on Forecastle
What lured me to the Forecastle rock festival last weekend was the Replacements. The three-day
Farmers reports 126 quarters of profitability
Farmers National Banc. Corp. reported 126 consecutive quarters of profitability in its 2014 second quarter financial results.
Turning the GOP on its head
Opinion: MENLO PARK, Calif. Fifty Julys ago, up the road near San Francisco, in the unfortunately named Cow
General Motors issues 6 more safety recalls
Associated Press DETROIT General Motors issued six more recalls Wednesday, bringing its annual
IMF sees US growth at weakest since recession
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. economic growth this year will likely be at the weakest pace
Civil rights is topic of CBS show
Associated Press NEW YORK A CBS News event tonight marking the 50th anniversary of civil-rights
Matalco announces Lordstown investment
A new billet manufacturing facility will bring up to 80 new jobs to the Valley.
CD RATES
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These Stones keep on rolling
We are weeks away from the 45th anniversary of the Woodstock music festival that seemingly defined the ‘60s music scene.
Falcons favored in MAC poll
Bowling Green went 10-4 last season and defeated Northern Illinois in the championship game before losing to Pittsburgh in the Little Caesars Pizza Bowl.
“Hell’s kitchen” (8 p.m., Fox): The food fight reaches the knockout round as the
“Hell’s kitchen” (8 p.m., Fox): The food fight reaches the knockout round as the winner is chosen
US pushes for truce as Gaza battle rages on
Associated Press GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP The United States announced signs of progress in cease-
Lots of new faces for Steelers
The faces Ike Taylor grew so accustomed to seeing line up alongside him over the past decade have disappeared.
nfl news & notes
Jim Brown: Hall of Fame football star Jim Brown — running out of time to retrieve his 1964 NFL
Bigleaf hydrangeas wilting?
Bigleaf hydrangeas wilting? Most bigleaf hydrangeas can’t stand any full sun. Consider moving
City police investigate burglaries
Among the items taken were a window air conditioner and an assortment of earrings.
Sentenced for theft
Sentenced for theft WARREN Roderick L. Lewis Jr., 24, of Stewart Drive Northwest, a community
Reduce disease by using a cover crop this winter Forage radish
Because of space limitations, gardeners have a propensity to plant the same plants in the same space year after year.
Niles man indicted on aggravated murder charge
Michael B. Settle was indicted Wednesday five other charges in an April 7 home invasion that turned deadly.
Plane crashes while landing in Taiwan in storm, killing 48
Associated Press TAIPEI, TAIWAN A plane attempting to land in stormy weather crashed on a small
Crowding brings on disease
Q. My lily of the valley plants have large, brown spots on them. Many of them are turning brown like
CATCHING BUGS
CATCHING BUGS When: Sunday, 2 p.m. What: Explore the world of insects through catch and release.
Man found dead may have fallen down garbage chute
Associated Press CLEVELAND A Cleveland police official says a man found dead at a Lorain County
Rookie CB Gilbert signs with Browns
Justin Gilbert’s got his contract with the Browns. Now he needs a starting job.
Local juniors close out rounds at Optimist
Local juniors close out rounds at Optimist Palm Beach, Fla. Neither of the two local golfers
40 bodies from downed jet are solemnly returned to Dutch soil
Associated Press EINDHOVEN, Netherlands Victims of the Malaysian jetliner shot down over Ukraine
Happy 100th birthday, OSU Extension
By Hugh Earnhart OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer A century old and it seems like only
METRO DIGEST || OH WOW! closed today for event
OH WOW! closed YOUNGSTOWN OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science &
CORRECTION
CORRECTION In the story, “Listeria concern halts Schwebel’s production” on page A1 of Wednesday’s
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jeffrey S. McCreery, 48, of 330 Southwind Trail,
Denver Broncos owner, suffering from Alzheimer’s, steps away from franchise
Broncos owner Pat Bowlen has Alzheimer’s disease.
Trees dropping leaves?
Trees dropping leaves? Trees susceptible to scab are defoliating due to high incidence of disease
Inmate dies 2 hours after execution began
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BUSINESS DIGEST || Pact approved for Dunkin' Donuts in Liberty
Pact approved with Whitedonuts LLC WARREN Trumbull County commissioners and Liberty Township
SOCIAL security Since 2008, agency has spent $300M on project
Associated Press WASHINGTON Six years ago, the Social Security Administration embarked on an
Biden to speak to Urban League in Ohio
Associated Press CINCINNATI The National Urban League wants to make sure job issues and
Liriano wins first since May 30 as Bucs top LA
Josh Harrison had two hits with two RBIs and the Pittsburgh Pirates jumped on Dan Haren early.
Listeria found in Schwebel not a public health concern
The company still wants you to either destroy or return the withdrawn product.
Youngstown council endorses ward redistricting map
After on-again, off-again discussion about redistricting Youngstown’s seven wards, city council has come to an agreement.
Wednesday, July 23 (97 stories)
Home-grown Arby's marks 50 years today in Champion
Two men had a vision to bring roast beef sandwiches to the Valley 50 years ago.
Listeria at Schwebel's poses no health risk
The bacteria found in Schwebel Baking Co. on Tuesday has been confirmed to not be the type of listeria that poses a risk to public health, an independent, certified lab confirmed.
Judge to accused: You should have thought of your 5 kids earlier
A woman arraigned on two felonies Wednesday in municipal court said she was worried about her five children as a visiting judge gave her a $100,000 bond.
Community responds to restore vandalized neighborhood fruit grove
Twenty-nine fruit trees donated to replace the ones purposely destroyed at an inner-city fruit grove will be planted Saturday.
Boardman Marine, 3 others to bike up to 150 miles for MS
Shawn Tiberio of Boardman, who had three deployments in Iraq during his 10 years as a Marine Corps combat engineer clearing roadside bombs, now fights another battle by riding in the MS Pedal to the Point bicycle ride to raise money and awareness for multiple sclerosis.
Port authority puts hiring on hold
The Western Reserve Port Authority did not hire John Moliterno to be economic development director at its meeting Wednesday, but the board’s chairman said he still believes the hiring should take place fairly soon.
Fitch, Notre Dame player sentenced for assault, disorderly
William Mahone, a former Austintown Fitch football player who was attending classes at the University of Notre Dame, was sentenced to 10 days in Mahoning County jail Wednesday.
Trumbull, Mahoning Habitats merge
Habitat for Humanity of Trumbull County and Mahoning County Habitat for Humanity, organizations that aim to eliminate poverty housing locally and around the world, are merging.
Ex-inspector: Boardman could do better job of curtailing illegal signs
The township zoning department continues its efforts to stem the tide of illegal signs often posted by businesses near busy right of ways, said Zoning Inspector Sarah Gartland.
Mich. man arraigned in New Castle on homicide charge
Mich. man arraigned in New Castle on homicide charge
Youngstown council moves closer to redistricting plan
Youngstown council finally agrees to redistricting plan
Listeria found in Schwebel Baking Company not a risk
Listeria found in Schwebel Baking Company not a risk
Chrysler recalls 796K vehicles for possible ignition-switch problems
Chrysler recalls 796K vehicles for possible ignition-switch problems
Ohio air base ranked highly by Air Force newspaper
Ohio air base ranked highly by Air Force newspaper
Football player sentenced to 10 days in Mahoning County jail
Football player sentenced to 10 days in Mahoning County jail
Warren community volunteer sentenced to jail for theft
Warren community volunteer sentenced to jail for theft
Ohio veteran cited for having therapeutic ducks has hearing postponed
Ohio vet cited for having therapeutic ducks has hearing postponed
Flight pledged to clear ex-Ohio officer in slaying
Flight pledged to clear ex-Ohio officer in slaying
Hearing reset for restaurant worker who shot at fleeing customers
Hearing reset for restaurant worker who shot at fleeing customers
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Col. Louis J. Campbell VFW Post 3538, 157 Lowellville Road, Struthers, will serve
East High reunion date is corrected to Friday
East High reunion date is corrected to Friday BOARDMAN The East High School January and June
Santana’s four hits power Tribe past Twins
Carlos Santana homered among his season high-tying four hits and Danny Salazar won in his first start in more than two months.
Scrappers win fifth straight game
The Mahoning Valley Scrappers got five shutout innings from their bullpen.
Youngstown school board rescinds Chaney principal non-renewal
One member said there were procedural difficulties with the principal’s non-renewal
Austintown Fitch HOF to induct its class of 2014
The Austintown Fitch Athletic Hall of Fame committee will induct its seventh class on Aug. 29-30.
Mahoning Valley’s first compressed natural gas fueling station opened
The facility cost about $2 million
Creekside team won historical NABF title
Creekside defeated Mississippi’s Diamond Elite 96ers, 4-1 for the title.
Proposed hiring of Moliterno triggers more port authority controversy
The chairman of the Western Reserve Port Authority says he’s prepared to talk to his fellow board members today about the possible hiring of John Moliterno as economic-development director.
Chapin: Why am I missing Manziel mania?
What is it about Johnny Manziel that has everyone going nuts?
VA’s new Mobile Audiology Van visits Youngstown; Boardman Navy vet fitted for new hearing aid
Saved lengthy and expensive trip to the Cleveland VA medical center
Mathews-Sheridan construction slows business for Boardman preschool
Owners of Little Learners Academy say they have had a steep drop in enrollment
Wiggins, Cavs close to rookie deal
To help in their pursuit of Kevin Love, the Cavs traded guard Carrick Felix to Utah on Tuesday for three players with non-guaranteed contracts.
Tech upgrades needed in Austintown for state testing's shift to online
District officials say their students are falling behind
CEO: Rivers says he’ll quit if Sterling stays
The interim CEO of the Los Angeles Clippers testified Tuesday that coach Doc Rivers told him he will quit if Donald Sterling remains the owner of the team.
Youngstown OKs loan for Wick Tower project downtown
The Wick Towers project will cost about $16 million
Unemployment figures mix of good and bad
Valley added more than 2,000 jobs in the last year, but lost 3,000 potential workers as well
Sales-tax collections shows Valley growth
Sales and use tax collections, which mirror growth in local retail sales, were up about 4 percent in Mahoning County for the first four months of 2014
Estate of killed woman finalized in Trumbull probate court
The estate of a woman killed at her Southington home July 31, 2012, will have $519,965 to distribute among the beneficiaries and attorneys, a Trumbull County judge ruled.
Schwebel Bakery finds listeria, withdraws some products
Schwebel Baking Co. has pulled certain products and halted production at its Midlothian Boulevard plant after discovering the listeria bacteria. Listeria can cause infections in young children, the elderly and others with weakened immune systems and stillbirths and miscarriages in pregnant women. Consumers should check the code on any product they have.
Last body found after mudslide
Last body found after mudslide SEATTLE Searchers on Tuesday pulled what they believe was the
A dangerous political game
Opinion: In a recent confrontation between protesters against the illegal flood of unaccompanied children
Keep hiring freeze in place
Opinion: Inter-Mountain, Elkins, W. Va: West Virginians cannot afford for state finances to be handled the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.82 —.05 Avalon
Courts issue contradicting rulings on health care law
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama’s health care law is snarled in another big
Poland woman sues Chase over foreclosure law
Poland woman's case is one of the first to be filed under a law that was designed to protect home owners
Warren schools’ new chief brings hope for turnaround
Editorial: Is the top administrative position in the Warren City Schools akin to a revolving door? Some
‘X-Men’ VR experience coming to Comic-Con
Comic-Con attendees will have a once-in-a-lifetime chance to enter the mind of Professor X.
“Hotel Hell,” in which Gordon Ramsay tries to redo shabby hostelries, returned for its
“Hotel Hell,” in which Gordon Ramsay tries to redo shabby hostelries, returned for its second season
ASK MR. KNOW IT ALL
Q. Whatever happened to Lu Ann Simms and Julius La Rosa? They were on “Arthur Godfrey and His
No easy answer to the border situation
Opinion: By Cynthia Allen Fort Worth Star-Telegram I’m willing to make the wildly optimistic assumption
After rocket strike, several airlines ban flights to Israel
Associated Press JERUSALEM A Hamas rocket exploded Tuesday near Israel’s main airport, prompting
BUSINESS DIGEST || Owner of Canfield business charged
Owner of Canfield business charged youngstown D. Scott Owens, 62, of Columbus has been charged
Manufacturers Coalition receives workforce grant
The grant is designed to support development of a career pathway system.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Britain’s Prince George hits milestone, turns 1 LONDON The palace is releasing
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Youngstown City Council safety committee, 5 p.m., caucus room, sixth floor, city
Niles man’s bond $1.5 million on murder charge
Michael Settle, 26, of Sherman Avenue in Niles is being held in the Trumbull County jail in lieu of $1.5 million bond in the April 7 shooting death of James R. Levels.
Day two better for local juniors at Optimist
Day two better for local juniors at Optimist Palm Beach, Fla. After poor opening rounds for two
marathon bombing Latest arrest linked to handgun
Associated Press BOSTON A friend of Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev’s is
Plane-crash victims’ bodies are removed from war zone
Associated Press KHARKIV, Ukraine A train bearing the dead from the downed Malaysian airliner
Levy: US could dip into recession
By BERNARD CONDON AP Business Writer NEW YORK Just as the U.S. economy is strengthening, other
Man resentenced in 2011 murder
Man resentenced in 2011 murder YOUNGSTOWN A man was resentenced Tuesday by Judge Lou A.
METRO DIGEST || Woman arrested
Woman arrested YOUNGSTOWN Police arrested a woman on a theft warrant Monday afternoon just as
Montana high court censures judge over comments in rape case
Associated Press HELENA, Mont. The Montana Supreme Court on Tuesday publicly reprimanded a
A tour of Italy
A tour of Italy Drinks Columnist Brian Fry recently sat down with the Vice President of Heidelberg
The Brother In Food are up next
The Brother In Food are up next Watch for next week’s Signature Dish feature, when Mark and Mike
Polanco breaks with in Bucs’ rout
Gregory Polanco broke out of a slump with a solo home run and a tiebreaking two-run single.
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Divers, snorkelers converge for an undersea ‘concert’ BIG PINE KEY, Fla. Nearly
Sam glad to finally get back on field
Former NFL coach Tony Dungy clarified statements about the first openly gay player drafted in the NFL.
Tuesday, July 22 (105 stories)
Roundabout construction causing loss of students, preschool owners say
The ongoing installation of a roundabout at Mathews and Sheridan roads is not only affecting traffic in Poland and Boardman, but also impacting at least one business in the area.
America Makes makes big impression on visitor
T.J. McCue knew about America Makes; he knew people who had talked about the creation of the facility, yet he was still surprised and impressed by what he saw on his visit Tuesday.
Valley sees modest sales tax growth
Sales-tax collections for the region show the area is making gains economically, but the growth is modest.
Valley sees job gains but shrinking workforce
The Mahoning Valley’s unemployment situation is better than much of the rest of the state, but the overall economic picture remains mixed.
State continues to search for source of listeria in Schwebel bread
An investigation continues to determine the extent of a bacteria that had Schwebel Baking Co. halt production and voluntarily withdraw certain products from the marketplace in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Indiana, New York, Michigan, West Virginia and Kentucky.
New CNG fuel station opens in Weathersfield
IGS CNG Services opened the first compressed-natural-gas fueling station in the Mahoning Valley, investing about $2 million in the facility.
Officials divided on possible hiring of Moliterno for port authority
The chairman of the Western Reserve Port Authority says he’s prepared to talk to his fellow board members today about the possible hiring of John Moliterno as economic-development director.
You have shattered our 'nice little family,' mom tells son's killer
The mother of a 17-year-old murder victim told Judge Maureen Sweeney Tuesday during sentencing for the man convicted of killing her son that life was good before her son was killed in 2011.
Austintown offering reward for information on vandalized ball field
Township officials are offering a reward for information that leads to an arrest of whoever deliberately damaged a softball field at Austintown Park sometime Saturday.
Austintown BOE weighs purchase of Chromebooks for grades six-12
Austintown Board of Education is considering buying HP Chromebooks, operated by Google software, for students in grades six through 12 in the district.
Youngstown BOE re-hires formerly rejected principal, rejects Hathorn's picks
School board members rescinded the nonrenewal of the former principal at Chaney and rejected the person Superintendent Connie Hathorn recommended as the new principal at Taft Elementary School.
Valley manufacturers' coalition receives workforce grant
Valley manufacturers' coalition receives workforce grant
Tabernacle church salutes students in summer CDF program
Tabernacle church salutes students in summer CDF program
UPDATE | Schwebel releases new information about product issues
Schwebel halts production at Youngstown plant
Mathews-Sheridan construction slows business for Boardman preschool
Mathews-Sheridan construction slows business for Boardman preschool
Austintown Board of Education meets today at 6 p.m.
The Austintown Board of Education will meet today at 6 p.m.
EU imposes new sanctions against Russian officials
EU imposes new sanctions against Russian officials
US airlines scrap Israel flights over missile fear
US airlines scrap Israel flights over missile fear
Compressed natural gas fueling station opens in Valley
Compressed natural gas fueling station opens in Valley
Beatitude House collecting school supplies for disadvantaged children
Beatitude House collecting school supplies for disadvantaged children
Valley’s unemployment rate for June down from 2013
Valley’s unemployment rate for June down from 2013
Youngstown mayor will ask council to approve new voting map
Council meets Wednesday with the board of elections to discuss the proposed map
Walk/run set to honor Cardinal Mooney alumnus Caitlin Yager
The inaugural “Run for Caitlin” 8K and 3K fun walk/run will take place on Saturday beginning at 9 a.m. at Canfield High School.
Youngstown district prepares for last year of program
The district secured grants to pay for part of the cost of the third year
South Range to put another levy in front of voters
3.9-mills would generate more than $707,000 annually
Strickland, Ryan try to live on federal minimum wage for week
The two support increasing the hourly wage from $7.25 to $10.10
Manziel jerseys top sales for NFLShop.com
Associated Press CLEVELAND Johnny Manziel is No. 2 on Cleveland’s depth chart but No. 1 as the
Family, friends remember Jimmie Jarvis as fun-loving, selfless person
Jarvis died last month at the age of 25, following a 2012 accident
SPORTS DIGEST || West Branch lineman commits to YSU
Jacob Zinni has given a verbal commitment to Youngstown State University football coach Eric Wolford, his second local recruit in as many weeks.
Firefighter arrested after child found in traffic in Canfield Twp.
Was passed out drunk at desk, reports said
Steel Valley Cluster plans 4 AKC All-Breed Dog Shows
Staff report CANFIELD The Steel Valley Cluster presents four AKC All-Breed Dog Shows at the
Niles man charged with murder in April homicide in Warren
Michael Settle, 26, of Sherman Avenue in Niles will be arraigned today in Warren Municipal Court on a murder charge, accused of killing James R. Levels, 64, of Beal Street Northwest.
Mason Carratt needs fence, volunteers to help regrow Food Forest fruit trees
R. Mason Carratt, who founded the Food Forest on the corner of Hillman Street and Auburndale Avenue, on Youngstown’s South Side, holds a part of a fruit tree that was one of 29 cut down by vandals.
Some reactions to the death of actor James Garner:
Some reactions to the death of actor James Garner: v Tom Selleck, who guest-starred on “The
Blacks turning on Obama
Opinion: It may be too soon to label it a trend and there is insufficient data to confirm it, but President
Veteran gets Medal of Honor
Associated Press WASHINGTON Bleeding from both legs and his arm, Ryan Pitts kept firing at about
Perry sending Guard to border
Perry sending Guard to border AUSTIN, Texas Gov. Rick Perry is deploying up to 1,000 National
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Deaths mount in Gaza fighting
Associated Press GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip A high-level attempt by the U.N. chief and the U.S.
What will it take for Israelis, Palestinians to end conflict?
Editorial: There was a time not so long ago when the question in the headline reflected a heart-felt belief
Trumbull Democrats to vote in public for commissioner replacement
Dan Polivka, Trumbull County Democratic Party chairman, said he has agreed to use a public form of voting at this Saturday’s meeting of the party’s Central Committee to select an interim replacement for Trumbull County Commissioner Paul Heltzel.
flight 17 crash Rebels release train with bodies
Associated Press HRABOVE, Ukraine Bowing to international pressure, pro-Moscow separatists
METRO DIGEST || Hubbard man charged with viewing child porn
Child-sex counts HUBBARD A Scott Street man has been charged with 10 felony counts of pandering
Summit aims to end child marriage
Associated Press LONDON More than 700 million women alive today were married before they turned
Ohio couple’s lawsuit against police moves forward
Associated Press CINCINNATI An elderly Ohio couple’s claims that police illegally broke into
Newsmakers
newsmakers Citing ‘racist views,’ tribe nixes Nugent show WORLEY, Idaho A Native American
Report: Retaliation against whistleblowers common at VA
Associated Press WASHINGTON A pharmacy supervisor at the VA was placed on leave after
Cops probe other attacks after transients are killed
Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. Three teenagers accused of fatally beating two homeless men
Sam’s Club: Supplier initiates recall on fruit
Staff report Sam’s Club is notifying customers that a supplier, Wawona Packing Co., has initiated
Rise Pies to debut in Boardman
Goal of new pizza company is to bring a taste of Youngstown to the nation
Surplus food
Surplus food Second Chance Ministry, 3415 Canfield Road, Cornersburg, free community breakfast
Ohio’s ‘blind spot’ on charters
Opinion: Akron Beacon Journal: Last Tuesday, members of the State Board of Education witnessed something
City man arraigned on felonious-assault charge
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An East Side man is in the Mahoning County jail on $50,000 bail after
Friend guilty of impeding marathon bomb probe
Associated Press BOSTON A college friend was convicted Monday of trying to protect Boston
Health officials: Clinic in WV reused needles
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. Health officials Monday advised patients of a West Virginia
Kasich official returns to Ohio Right to Life
Associated Press COLUMBUS An administrator from the staff of Republican Gov. John Kasich has
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.89 —.15 Avalon
Hot spoon soothes mosquito-bite itch
Q. I must be especially tasty to mosquitoes, since they attack me and leave other folks alone. I
University of Pittsburgh researchers receive more than $2 million
University of Pittsburgh researchers receive more than $2 million PITTSBURGH University of
Jazz-swing orchestra sets up first-class show
The First Class Big Band, an 18-piece jazz-swing orchestra, will give a concert at 8 p.m. Thursday at Halligan Bar and Grill, 1281 Salt Springs Road.
Surgeon joins staff
Surgeon joins staff SHARON, PA. Board certified general surgeon, Dr. Mark Roth, recently joined
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, July 22, the 203rd day of 2014. There are 162 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Al Yankovic on his successful week in music Still ‘Weird’
By NICOLE EVATT Associated Press LOS ANGELES Attention pop stars: If “Weird Al” Yankovic
GM orders sales stopped on some Cadillacs
Company is still looking for a common solution to ignition problem for all Cadillacs
Closed for festival
Closed for festival YOuNGSTOWN These streets will be closed Thursday through Sunday due to the
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Allan L. Fowler Jr., 45, of 697 Hickory Pine Drive,
birthdays
birthdays Actor Orson Bean (“Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman”) is 86. Actress Louise Fletcher is 80.
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Warren City Council, caucus 6:30 p.m., meeting 7 p.m., first floor, municipal
around the horn Monday’s other games
American League Red Sox 14, Blue Jays 1 TORONTO David Ortiz hit the 452nd and 453rd home runs
Mahoning housing sales down, Columbiana, Trumbull up
Data released by the Youngstown-Columbiana Association of Realtors shows an 11.1 percent drop in closed sales in Mahoning County, an increase of 23.4 percent in closed sales in Columbiana County and an increase of 4.4 percent in closed sales for Trumbull County for the month of June.
oddly enough
oddly enough Another tiny Wyoming town goes on the market ALADDIN, Wyo. Here’s a gift for
Matalco to break ground in September
Matalco to break ground in September LORDSTOWN Matalco Lordstown, the company’s newest
Monday, July 21 (72 stories)
Fruit sold at Sam's being recalled for possible Listeria
Sam’s Club is notifying customers that a supplier, Wawona Packing Co., has initiated a voluntary recall of select peaches, plums and nectarines because of the potential presence of Listeria.
South Range schools to ask voters to approve reduced levy in November
South Range School District is again asking voters to pass an operating levy, but this time it’s for a little less money than the one defeated in 2013.
Mayor offers help after Hillman fruit grove for needy vandalized
Despite the intentional destruction of more than half of the fruit trees growing in an urban area on the city’s South Side, its founder is determined to keep going with some security measures.
Mayor to ask Youngstown council to pass elections board's redistricting plan
Mayor John A. McNally will sponsor legislation to have city council at its Monday meeting adopt a redistricting map of the city’s seven wards proposed by the Mahoning County Board of Elections.
Family, friends remember Jimmie's smile
Talk to the family and friends of Jimmie Jarvis, and they will all mention one thing about Jimmie that stood out more than any other: his smile.
3rd year for program to improve school climate, student performance in Youngstown
The upcoming school year marks the third for an education group working to strengthen relationships between students and school personnel in the city district.
Settle to be arraigned Tuesday in murder case
Michael Settle, 26, of Sherman Avenue in Niles will be arraigned today in Warren Municipal Court on a murder charge, accused of killing James R. Levels, 64, of Beal Street Northwest.
Take a train ride down memory lane in Warren
Riverside Railroad Club members aren’t ashamed to admit that they play with toys.
Ryan, Strickland try to live on minimum wage — sort of
Wanting to draw attention to an effort to increase the federal hourly minimum wage from $7.25 to $10.10, U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan and ex-Gov. Ted Strickland are spending the week attempting to live on the current amount — sort of.
Utah mom accused of killing 6 babies goes to court
Utah mom accused of killing 6 babies goes to court
Warren police make arrest in shooting death, burglary
Warren police make arrest in shooting death, burglary
East Palestine Board of Education Holds Special Meeting
East Palestine Board of Education Holds Special Meeting
Hearing tests available for vets Tuesday and Wednesday
Hearing tests available to vets Tuesday and Wednesday
Polivka OK's public vote for Heltzel's replacement
Polivka OK's public vote for Heltzel's replacement
WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS St. Jude Women’s Guild needs vendors for its annual craft show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Boardman police charge intoxicated man for outstanding warrant
Boardman police charge intoxicated man for outstanding warrant
Friends of Fido plans fundraiser
Friends of Fido plans fundraiser POLAND Friends of Fido will present the second annual Celebrity
Atlantic City doomed by glut of casinos in region
The rapid disintegration of Atlantic City’s casino market might be an early indicator of what could happen in other parts of the country that have too many casinos and not enough gamblers.
Corvette club stages show
Sam J. Sicilia’s black 1978 Corvette Pace has nearly all of its original parts, but also comes with a carload of firsts.
Poland makes changes to utility contracts
Village residents will pay more for water and natural gas, less for waste management
Poland Township not required to fix ditch
Prosecutor's office says township is not responsible for a ditch on Camella and Cliffview drives
Trumbull Children Services pilot program leads to greater use of technology
In the coming months, about 50 caseworkers with the Trumbull County Children Services agency will begin using notebook-style computers to enter case notes for families they work with into a statewide database while workers are away from the office.
ODNR to expand well information options
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources will be expanding its interactive oil and gas viewer to include production information and violations. There is no timetable for when the expansion will occur.
Austintown Rotary begins flag project
Fundraiser allows residents to show patriotism, provides more funds to give back to community
Alternative Press launches music awards with a bang Atypical award show
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com 22Not only did the Warped Tour come through Northeast
Shootdown of plane in Ukraine demands full, unfettered probe
Editorial: The shootdown has further heated an already boiling showdown between Russia and the West.
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,
Live music on television shows this week include:
Live music on television shows this week include: v Lady Gaga: Today on “Ellen DeGeneres Show”
Bodies from downed jet piled in boxcars
Associated Press TOREZ, UKRAINE Pro-Moscow rebels piled nearly 200 bodies from the downed
GRADS LIST
These students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted: SLIPPERY ROCK UNIVERSITY,
RECORD REVIEWS
Morrissey Album: “World Peace is None of Your Business” (Harvest) Grade: B Rue the day when
NUMBERS IN THE NEWS $25B Associated Press
Cigarette maker Reynolds American Inc. is planning to buy rival Lorillard Inc. for about $25
US outlines case against Russia on downed plane
Associated Press WASHINGTON Video of a rocket launcher, one surface-to-air missile missing,
Joyous Foot opens
Joyous Foot opens BOARDMAN Joyous Foot, a manicure and pedicure salon, opened in Boardman last
Today is Monday, July 21, the 202nd day of 2014. There are 163 days left in the year.
Today is Monday, July 21, the 202nd day of 2014. There are 163 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Integrity-free soybean oil
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Can you have your hypocrisy and eat it, too? I don’t think so. But
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Mahoning County Land Reutilization Corp., 11:30 a.m., county commissioner’s
Danielle Trafficante, left, and Olibia Rusel look at the auction table at the “Knock Out the
Danielle Trafficante, left, and Olibia Rusel look at the auction table at the “Knock Out the
KATIE RICKMAN | THE VINDICATOR
KATIE RICKMAN | THE VINDICATOR A “Knock Out the Violence” event in Boardman included tables from
Israel steps up offensive in Gaza
Associated Press GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip The first major ground battle in two weeks of Israel-
Scrappers benefit
Scrappers benefit NILES The Mahoning Valley Scrappers are inviting baseball fans and fans of the
SANDLOTS Area baseball games
NABF Senior Up to Bat Titans 11, Rudzik Excavating 4 STRUTHERS The Titans scored nine times in
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Shane E. Bever, 32, of 2019 Youngstown Road, Warren,
Local athletes reach Jr. Olympics Nationals
Local athletes reach Jr. Olympics Nationals AUSTINTOWN Seventeen athletes from the Austintown
YSU ‘reinvents’ MBA program
Staff report youngstown Youngstown State University has restructured its MBA program at the
TELECOMMUNICATIONS STUDIES YSU to offer new track on sports broadcasting
Staff report youngstown Youngstown State University is launching a new sports-broadcasting track
Study: Poor teens’ health may benefit from top schools
Associated Press CHICAGO Disadvantaged teens may get more than an academic boost by attending
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Uruguay teachers go on strike to protest attacks by parents MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay
The Covelli Centre expected a nearly $100,000 deficit in the second quarter, but made $577
It had a record $382,593 operating surplus for the first six months of a year
Helpful weather coming to wildfires
Associated Press WINTHROP, WASH. Cooler weather and lighter winds are forecast to descend on
KATIE RICKMAN | THE VINDICATOR
KATIE RICKMAN | THE VINDICATOR Georgia West, second from left, founder of Survivors of Our Grief,
Sunday, July 20 (83 stories)
NE Ohio couple survive car plunge 70 feet off cliff
Alcohol is believed to have played a role in the accident
Ex-Cuyahoga County commissioner wants high court to hear corruption case
He is serving a 28-year sentence
Austintown group plans to deck the township in American flags
The project began on the Fourth of July
James Garner, star of 'Maverick' and 'Rockford Files,' dies at 86
He was found dead of natural causes
ODNR upgrades website on drilling in Buckeye State
Officials have no timetable for debut of the upgrade
Israeli offensive in Gaza intensifies; Casualty toll: 435 Palestinians, 18 Israelis killed
At least 35,000 Palestinians have been displaced
Rebels take full control of crash site; Kerry accuses Russia of complicity
U.S., Europe leaders call for access to full impartial investigation
Cicatiellos mark golden milestone with family party
PORT ST. LUCIE, FLA. Thomas F. and Patricia A. Cicatiello of Port St. Lucie, Fla., and formerly of
Mr., Mrs. Rentas take trip, renew vows for 50th
CAMPBELL Mr. and Mrs. John A. Rentas of Campbell have been celebrating their 50th wedding
Chelsea Muyskens | Peter Simko
COLUMBUS Chelsea Muyskens and Peter Simko exchanged wedding vows in a Jan. 19 afternoon ceremony
Theresa Mottle | Thomas Smith
YOUNGSTOWN Theresa Ruth Mottle of Boardman and Thomas Christopher Smith of Poland exchanged
Emily Russo | William Rusu Jr.
YOUNGSTOWN Emily Russo and William J. Rusu Jr. exchanged wedding vows in a ceremony the afternoon
Katherine Britton | Paul Gaige
WASHINGTON, D.C. Katherine Britton and Paul Gaige were united in marriage May 3 during an 11 a.m.
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
SENIOR CITIZENS
Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet at noon Tuesday at St. Mark’s Fellowship Hall on Logan Way.
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Reading life’s breaks: Cameron Gumble’s path to acceptance
It’s impossible to imagine being a teenager, and just as you start adjusting at a new school, you’re told you have Type 1 diabetes.
Mahoning County Courthouse parking authorization is murky
Mahoning County officials have differing interpretations of who’s entitled to park in police-only zones along the courthouse perimeter.
Johnson’s camp had YSU pride theme
Former YSU football coach and current school president Jim Tressel always knew there was something special about Tim Johnson.
Youngstown Distress Commission’s new chairman urging urgency
The president of the school board from the district where Joffrey Jones was superintendent for 10 years described him as open and honest
McIlroy widens Open lead to six strokes
Rory McIlroy looked as though he had just thrown a knockout punch at the British Open, and it was only Saturday.
Canine Therapy
Last year, a Trumbull County elementary-school girl spoke in her class for the first time.
Zimmer’s first pro homer helps Scrappers top ’Birds
Mahoning Valley Scrappers batter Bradley Zimmer knew right away the ball was going over the fence.
Bikers Against Child Abuse group in the works
Shannon Benzenhoefer is well aware that membership in the local chapter of Bikers Against Child Abuse International that she is working to start will be the furthest thing from easy.
Boardman’s bats get hot after rain delays
Boardman’s 10-11 baseball team will compete in the state tournament in North Canton.
Packard car collectors converge on Warren for national meet
This was the first year since ‘99 that the show took place in Warren, where Packard was born.
SPORTS DIGEST || Trumbull Hall of Fame to add 16 in October
Trumbull Hall of Fame to add 16 in October WARREN The Trumbull County Sports Hall of Fame will
Mount Carmel festival will salute late founder, 2 others
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The 16th annual Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian Festival will open
HOLES IN ONE || Jim Houp of Columbiana
Jim Houp of Columbiana aced the 140-yard No. 4 at Valley Golf Club. He used an 8 iron. Witnesses
METRO DIGEST || Neighborhood SUCCESS, leadership open house
Success, leadership open house Tuesday WARREN The Raymond J. Wean Foundation’s Neighborhood
METRO DIGEST || Two injured in crash
Two injured in crash SANDY LAKE, PA. The driver and a passenger were injured when their Ford
Austintown Township uses $2 million from racino for infrastructure
Communications system debt paid off, more money for paving program
Tracks run short on horses, long on worries
Mark Maddox, owner of M&M Stables in Garrettsville, with one of his horses.
Israelis live in constant fear
Opinion: By Elior and ERan Liss Special to The Vindicator How would you feel if missiles were raining
The suite life
Associated Press LOS ANGELES These homes are set apart by their amenities — for dogs.
A tour that teaches a life lesson
Opinion: A tour of The Vindicator building is kind of cool — even for me who walks the halls every day and
Woods struggles in third-round 73
He was starting on the 10th tee in last place. And this third round didn’t get much better.
Just when it appeared that Democrats in Ohio were heading into the statewide election in November
Opinion: Just when it appeared that Democrats in Ohio were heading into the statewide election in November
Turkish charters haunt GOP
Opinion: Just when it appeared that Democrats in Ohio were heading into the statewide election in November
Today is Sunday, July 20, the 201st day of 2014
Today is Sunday, July 20, the 201st day of 2014. There are 164 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Erie Insurance Company v. Inti Cardo Marchante et al,
Cole Valley celebrates 100 years
Despite ups and downs of auto sales Cole Valley Auto Group has remained in the Cole family for four generations.
How to live well into your 80s and beyond
Sixty years ago, an American who made it to 65 could expect to live an additional 14 years. Today,
'It's Complicated' in Vegas social test
In 2011, my wife and I went to Las Vegas. While we were there, we decided to renew our vows.
Can new violence bring peace?
Opinion: By Sam Bahour Special to The Vindicator The reignited cycle of violence in Palestine and Israel
Mercer’s double propels Pirates
Jared Hughes (5-2) earned the win after escaping a two-on, one-out jam in the 11th by snagging a line drive from Charlie Blackmon and turning it into a double play.
Diabetic Alert Dog for Cameron Fundraiser
Diabetic Alert Dog for Cameron Fundraiser There’s a local fundraiser accepting donations and
Museum’s Johnny Appleseed exhibit to set record straight
Associated Press CINCINNATI If you picture Johnny Appleseed as a loner wearing a tin pot for a
Banish un-American US flags
Editorial: Imagine, if you will, joining a Fourth of July extravaganza on the National Mall or the town square
newsmakers
newsmakers $10,755 bid wins 1937 ‘Snow White’ billboard DALLAS A large, colorful billboard
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
HEALTH CARE WorkLife by Meridian, an occupational health and wellness division of Meridian
publishers weekly BEST-SELLERS For week ending July 13
HARDCOVER FICTION 1.“The Silkworm,” by Robert Galbraith (Mulholland Books) 2.“The Goldfinch,”
Public hearings should have preceded decision on geese
Editorial: Is wildlife preservation and wild- life management one and the same thing? That question goes to the
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Hairspray, the Musical,” 3 p.m.: The fun musical with a social
Fla. jury: R.J. Reynolds must pay smoker’s widow $23.6B
Associated Press MIAMI A Florida jury has slammed the nation’s No. 2 cigarette maker, R.J.
Nancy Christie gets stories in journals
Nancy Christie gets stories in journals YOUNGSTOWN Local author Nancy Christie recently had two
Monitors try to secure Ukraine crash site
Associated Press HRABOVE, Ukraine International monitors moved gingerly Saturday through fields
Slain WWII vet’s family renews offer of reward
Associated Press CHILLICOTHE The family of a World War II veteran and great-great grandfather
Without radar, missile may not have been able to ID passenger jet
Associated Press LONDON If Ukrainian rebels shot down the Malaysian jetliner, killing 298
Pace, Diaz share LPGA Marathon lead
Lee-Anne Pace shot a 3-under 68 on Saturday to grab a share of the third-round lead with Laura Diaz in the Marathon Classic
Toronto’s IndyCar race rained out on Saturday
IndyCar’s weekend doubleheader will be crammed into one day because Saturday’s race was called because of rain.
To afford to go digital, drive-ins use their creativity
Associated Press SACO, Maine Many in the movie industry feared the need to convert to digital
State parks offer military discounts
State parks offer military discounts COLUMBUS Ohio is offering a 10 percent discount to active
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Aronia berry gains a foothold in US
Associated Press MISSOURI VALLEY, Iowa A new fruit that research says packs more antioxidants
Arby’s to kick off its 50th anniversary
Arby’s to kick off its 50th anniversary YOUNGSTOWN Arby’s will be kicking off its 50th
Israeli bulldozers destroy Hamas tunnels in Gaza
Associated Press GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip Israeli bulldozers demolished more than a dozen tunnels
birthdays
birthdays Actress Diana Rigg (“The Avengers”) is 76. Bassist John Lodge of the Moody Blues is 71.
Indians sweep Motown twinbill
The Indians have won four straight, three in a row at Detroit, to pull within 4 1/2 games of the AL Central-leading Tigers.
Cavaliers’ Irving: offseason ‘exciting’
Northeast Ohio Media Group INDEPENDENCE It’s been an exciting off-season for Cavaliers fourth-
Israel’s challenge; Our do-nothing Congress; Anticipating racino; Where’s outrage toward tea party?
Opinion: Israel must work to win the battle for hearts, minds of Palestinians It seems to me that in the
House explosion in Northeast Ohio is ruled accidental by fire marshal
Associated Press ORWELL A house explosion that killed a Northeast Ohio woman and critically
High winds push growing wildfire
High winds push growing wildfire WINTHROP, Wash. Pushed by howling, erratic winds, a massive
Elliott holds off Bayne to win at Chicagoland
Associated Press JOLIET, Ill. Chase Elliott held off Trevor Bayne to win the Nationwide Series
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Lordstown Village Council, caucus at 6 p.m. with meeting to follow, administration
Saturday, July 19 (86 stories)
Racino money improving roads, upgrading communications in Austintown
Austintown Township has put two $1 million payments from the new racino toward improving its roads and paying off a loan for a new communications department.
As Valley racino prepares to open, race horses continue decline
James Gagliano, Jockey Club president and CEO, wants to know: “Where have all the horses gone?”
Who can use curbside parking spaces around the courthouse? Depends on who you ask
Mahoning County officials have differing interpretations as to who’s entitled to park at the curb along the perimeter of the county courthouse in areas designated “police vehicles-only” along Boardman and Market streets.
New leader of Youngstown distress panel knows urban schools
The newly appointed chairman of Youngstown Schools’ Academic Distress Commission believes the school district is working to improve but believes a greater sense of urgency is needed.
Struthers couple aim to honor Teddy, help kids with Bikers Against Child Abuse
Shannon Benzenhoefer is well aware that membership in the local chapter of Bikers Against Child Abuse International that she is working to start will be the furthest thing from easy.
Hubbard-based therapy dogs offer listening ears, safe harbor for Valley kids, adults
Last year, a Trumbull County elementary-school girl spoke in her class for the first time.
1912 hand-cranked Packard star of national meet in Warren
Howard Schaevitz decided it was best to keep his prized possession, a beautiful sleek 1912 Packard Model 18 Landaulet, housed in its trailer in the Packard Music Hall parking lot, visible only to those who happened to wander by during Saturday’s nonstop rainfall.
Drivers beware: OVI checkpoints tonight in Howland, Weathersfield
The Ohio State Highway Patrol, in conjunction with the Howland Township Police Department and the Weathersfield Township Police Department are conducting two operating a vehicle impaired (OVI) checkpoints between 10 p.m. today and 3 a.m. Sunday on North Road in Howland Township and state Route 46 in Weathersfield Township.
Miss Wysenski, Mr. Ondrey set wedding date
Tom and Kathy Wysenski of Boardman announce the engagement of their daughter, Sarah Wysenski and A.J. Ondrey, son of Wendy Laddy of Youngstown and Jan Ondrey of North Lima and the late Ed Ondrey.
Louks-Waigand engagement is announced
Rebecca Louks and Matthew Waigand, both of Chillicothe, Ohio, are announcing their engagement along
Miss Utsinger, Mr. Sebastiani plan Aug. rites
BOARDMAN Rachel Utsinger and Danilo Sebastiani, both of Boardman, are planning to exchange
Miss Ballone, Mr. Minnie Jr. plan nuptials
LOWELLVILLE Joseph and Michele Ballone, parents of Carmela Louise Ballone, are announcing the
HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY
HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY Carmel Nellie Leone HONOREE Residence: Humility House in Austintown
Butterfly festival is open today
Butterfly festival is open today YOUNGSTOWN The second annual Butterfly Festival is from 1 to 4
‘Shortcut’ connecting David Grohl Alley and Warren’s Courthouse Square opens
Businessman Paul Clouser helped Warren officials provide people with a good way to get from the Franklin Street Parking deck to Courthouse Square
Former resident records stories of Lowellville's Italian immigrants
By EMMALEE C. TORISK etorisk@vindy.com LOWELLVILLE When Roslyn Torella’s grandfather emigrated
Warren Board of Education selects new superintendent
The Warren Board of Education has selected Steve Chiaro as its new superintendent, replacing Michael Notar
Girard woman to get treatment in lieu of conviction for falsifying military documents
A Girard woman has been ordered to get treatment in lieu of conviction after pleading guilty to falsifying military documents in a failed attempt to get veteran’s benefits.
U.S. Sen. Rob Portman tours the Lordstown General Motors complex
He praised the Chevrolet Cruze as a ‘world-class car’
Castillo, Scrappers set off fireworks in win
Leo Castillo’s bases-clearing double was part of a six-run fourth inning for the Scrappers.
No ‘Black Friday’ as McIlroy goes on birdie binge at Royal Liverpool
Once he made a birdie, and then another, nothing could stop Rory McIlroy.
Creekside Fitness reaches Colt Super Regional title game
Creekside Fitness went 3-0 on Friday at Cene Park.
Phantoms announce ticket offers
The Phantoms announced ticket prices for the 2014-15 season that include a season-ticket price cut for the best seats in the house.
Williams: Couch fans can learn from broadcasts
I still get a kick out of watching baseball’s All-Star Game.
Road closed
Road closed BOARDMAN West Parkside Drive is closed until further notice, according to the
National League Pirates rally late, top Rockies
Associated Press Pittsburgh Travis Snider’s pinch-hit double in the eighth scored Neil Walker to
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Patrick J.G. Reed, 30, of 5873 Country Trail,
Glass show highlights an industry that once thrived
By DEBORAH WEISBERG Pittsburgh Tribune-Review WASHINGTON, Pa. Glass collectors will gather
‘Funnel of fire’ destroys homes in Washington state
Associated Press PATEROS, Wash. A fire racing through rural north-central Washington destroyed
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Waterfire, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.: The arts and music festival returns
CNG station to open
CNG station to open GIRARD IGS CNG Services’ sixth public compressed natural- gas fueling
Mitigating the impact of spills
Opinion: Bismarck (N.D.) Tribune: It would be difficult to classify the early July saltwater spill near
newsmakers
newsmakers ‘Treme’ actor settling profiling suit vs. Macy’s NEW YORK A black actor who accused
Today is Saturday, July 19, the 200th day of 2014. There are 165 days left in the year.
Today is Saturday, July 19, the 200th day of 2014. There are 165 days left in the year.
Website to promote manufacturing industry
Manufacturers coalition focuses efforts on promoting jobs in manufacturing through internships, website
Farmer in ad is also executive
Associated Press COLUMBUS The farmer featured in radio ads for Gov. John Kasich airing across
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Correction: Logan Green and Yannick Atanga, Canfield, boy,
Israel pushes deeper into Gaza
Associated Press GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip Israeli troops pushed deeper into Gaza on Friday in a
Slovak pilgrimage to national shrine
Slovak pilgrimage to national shrine NORTH JACKSON The Youngstown chapter of the Slovak Catholic
Stopgap transportation bill shows Congress at its worst
Editorial: This should be the summer of the American people’s discontent — over Congress’ failure to pass a
Pursue dreams; never settle
As Christians, we should reach for God’s best, not settle for less. Many times we fall short of what
Obama opens Eastern Seaboard to offshore oil and gas exploration
Associated Press ST. AUGUSTINE BEACH, Fla. The Obama administration is reopening the Eastern
Two finalists for a Mahoning County judicial seat are seeking the Democratic nomination
Democratic precinct committee members will meet Aug. 7, 8 or 11 to vote
Tea-party suit moves forward
Associated Press CINCINNATI A federal judge has allowed a lawsuit by 10 tea-party groups to
‘Bare’: an impressive must-see
If you go What: “Bare,” a pop opera” Where: The Oakland When: 8 p.m. today, Thursday, Friday
US: GM delayed 11 years to recall big cars
Associated Press DETROIT General Motors knew of ignition-switch problems with 6.7 million
Ministry canceled
Ministry canceled YOUNGSTOWN The Mother’s Ministry of Greater Friendship Missionary Baptist
City school board mulling future of administration building
Part of the building was the original Rayen School
sunday news shows
sunday news shows Guest lineups Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”:
Selected local stocks
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Supreme Court delays benefits for gay couples in Utah
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY More than 1,000 same-sex married couples in Utah will have to
vacation bible school Sessions in the area
Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public will run on the Religion page. Please include the
Credible probe sought in downing of airliner
Associated Press ROZSYPNE, Ukraine World leaders demanded Friday that pro-Russia rebels who
Market Street Panera to open in August
Boardman will soon welcome the newest Covelli-operated Panera Bread in the Valley.
Mandel’s political stock falls
Opinion: COLUMBUS I’ve said it in this space before, and I’ll say it again: Josh Mandel seems like such a
State says Ohio measles outbreak could be at end
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s measles epidemic appears to be winding down, according to the
Downed jet could alter Ukraine crisis
By ANGELA CHARLTON Associated Press PARIS The downing of a passenger jet in Ukraine is likely
Deal puts on hold new gas leases on state land in Pa.
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. The Corbett administration and an environmental group said
Mosque leader arrested in hand-chopping
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Police say a leader at a west Philadelphia mosque is under arrest
Interest in the history of Warren’s Packard family draws visitors to Packard historical sites
Visitors attending the Packard Automobile Club National Meet got to see and imagine parts of Warren’s history relating to the Packard family
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan is co-sponsoring a bill to address heroin addiction
The bill is called the Breaking Addiction Act
Reports: 115 killed in seizure of gas field
Reports: 115 killed in seizure of gas field BEIRUT Islamic extremists killed at least 115 Syrian
Heroin trafficking brings 4 1/2-year prison term
One more defendant awaits sentencing next month and another awaits an October jury trial.
New search unsuccessful for girl missing since ’85
Associated Press CABOT, Pa. A search this week of a property in western Pennsylvania came up
Pa. governor concerned about immigrant kids in state
Associated Prss PITTSBURGH Gov. Tom Corbett says he’s concerned about health risks presented by
Defense contractor charged in purported fraud
Associated Press FOLCROFT, Pa. The president and majority owner of a southeastern Pennsylvania
Officials say two ran drug ring from prison
Officials say two ran drug ring from prison CINCINNATI Authorities say an inmate and ex-inmate
FDA warning: Powdered caffeine could be lethal
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers to avoid pure
Panel supports early release for 46K drug felons
Associated Press WASHINGTON Tens of thousands of federal inmates serving time for drug crimes
Pa. labor force shows big drop for June
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Pennsylvania’s labor force had its second-largest monthly
Second Trumbull County man charged with child rape
The Trumbull County grand jury has handed up a second major rape case this week, indicting Michael A. Hanick, 58, of Clearfield Avenue in Weathersfield Township on 11 counts of rape, including seven that carry a potential life prison sentence.
Diaz keeps leads with round of 69
Laura Diaz almost chose to walk away from golf to spend more time at home with her family.
Canfield 11-12 team learned from last year
Time and time again, the spirit of the 11-12 Canfield Little League baseball team was put to the test in its run to another state tournament appearance.
birthdays
birthdays Country singer Sue Thompson is 88. Country singer George Hamilton IV is 77. Singer
CORRECTION
CORRECTION Logan Green and Yannick Atanga of Canfield became parents of a baby boy July 5 at St.
Woods makes cut, but trails McIlroy by 14 shots
Tiger Woods needed a birdie at the final hole — his only one of the day — just to make the cut.
Round 2 Leaderboard
Round 2 Leaderboard Royal Liverpool Golf Course Hoylake, EnglandSFlbPar 72 Yardage: 7,312
Vikings will suspend coach over comments
The Minnesota Vikings will suspend special teams coordinator Mike Priefer without pay for three games this season.
Reality show members enjoying the ride
Chuck Kountz, left, and Tommy Christmas, right, members of the reality show “Fat N’ Furious: Rolling Thunder,” pose Friday with fan Mike Powell of East Palestine at the Quaker Steak & Lube restaurant in Boardman.
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Slain hostage family seeks Stockton police records
Slain hostage family seeks Stockton police records
Top Colorado Court halts gay marriages, citing ban
Top Colorado Court halts gay marriages, citing ban
Bill would expand community-based addiction treatment
Bill would expand community-based addiction treatment
Youngstown school board mulls future of administration building
Youngstown school board mulls future of administration building
Man breaks window in Campbell, turns self in to police
Man breaks window in Campbell, turns self in to police
Ukraine searchers comb sunflowers for plane debris
Ukraine searchers comb sunflowers for plane debris
Gift cards, cash and CDs stolen from cars in Boardman
Gift cards, cash and CDs stolen from cars in Boardman
Drama team will host fundraiser
Drama team will host fundraiser YOUNGSTOWN The Shekinah Glory Drama Team is hosting a
CLUB CALENDAR
RELIGIOUS GROUPS Youngstown South Christian Women’s Connection will meet for a luncheon from 11:30
International Journalism and Broadcasting Students
July 18, 2014 | International students from China
Summer festival and bike run and show to benefit animals
West Side Cats will host its third annual Summer Festival and Bike Run/Show from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday at Austintown Township Park.
Host families needed for Valley exchange students
Program of Academic Exchange is seeking families to host high-school exchange students from European, South American, Asian and African countries during the upcoming school year.
Scrappers fall to Tigers in 14th
The good news for the Mahoning Valley Scrappers on Thursday is that a late walk-up crowd resulted in the season’s third-highest attendance. Eastwood Field welcomed 4,911 fans on Buck Night for the game between the Scrappers and Connecticut Tigers.Scrappers fall to Tigers in 14th
Eyes on Youngstown as Maker City
The Youngstown Maker City Kickoff weekend will be July 31 to Aug. 4.
Suspect in Struthers Manor murder awaits extradition from Pennsylvania
By EMMALEE C. TORISK etorisk@vindy.com STRUTHERS The man arrested Wednes- day in the slaying
Judge rules on motions in Martin case, continues hearing for 1 suspect
Both trial dates are still set for fall
Scalzo | Football escapes YSU’s Top 10 list
The writer forecasts a fifth-place finish for Eric Wolford’s Penguins.
Canfield 9-10 softball team set for state
The team will play July 26 at Boardman’s Fields of Dreams.
Tod Cemetery builds ‘serene’ garden for cremation
A calm, serene and peaceful $700,000 columbarium garden for cremated remains is under construction at Tod Homestead Cemetery on Belmont Avenue and expected to be complete by October.
MYCAP lays off 8, more cuts to come after losing Head Start
MYCAP could reapply to operate Head Start in 2015-2016.
49ers open posh, high-tech stadium
San Francisco 49ers CEO Jed York got a little teary on his drive to Levi’s Stadium on Thursday. His voice cracked while talking about taking his young son to games at the stadium for years to come.
Some Valley restaurants cater to demand for healthy options
Ottavio Musumeci, owner and head chef at Station Square Ristorante in Liberty, left, and cook Gerry Gianoutsos work in the kitchen at the restaurant. The eatery offers American and Italian cuisine with organic, grass-fed beef offered, among other items. There are also multiple gluten-free options on the menu.
Mahoning commissioners put combined, enlarged CS tax on ballot
The combination and replacement of two existing CSB levies would generate nearly $2.8 million in extra local levy revenue.
Viewers can show support for Guthrie
Next week, Don Guthrie will celebrate 44 years of broadcasting from the WKBN television studios. To honor its chief meteorologist, and to show support as he battles pancreatic cancer, WKBN is coordinating a Wear Purple for Don Day on Monday.
MTV video music awards Beyonce up for 8 moonmen
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Doing a visual album has paid off for Beyonce: She’s
Thompson pitches DuraEdge to Colt victory
His six-hitter helped the team win the opener of the super regional.
Westminster college concerts will include America
Westminster College’s 2014-15 Celebrity Series will include a concert by soft-rock band America and Christmas with the Tenors.
Tony's Hideaway-Pogo's-Ernie McDougal's coming down at YSU
The three-story building was built in 1916.
Superintendent to leave Lowellville on July 31
Rocco Nero, the superintendent of Lowellville Local Schools for the past 10 years, will take over as part-time superintendent of Southington Local Schools on Aug. 1.
West Side Cats to host third fundraising event
Staff report AUSTINTOWN West Side Cats will host its third annual Summer Festival and Bike
Majority don't want taxes collected on out-of-state online sales
Brick-and-mortar stores favor the procedure
Exchange program seeks Valley host families
Staff report Program of Academic Exchange is seeking families to host high-school exchange
Two Trumbull men indicted on sex charges, one man sentenced
Two Trumbull men indicted on sex charges, one man sentenced
GM legal dept. under fire in hearing
Hearings over ignition switch focus mostly on actions of legal team
Historical society to host Arby’s reunion
The Mahoning Valley Historical Society is hosting a reunion on July 24 of Arby’s corporate employees
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Richard A. Sharpe Jr., 33, of 3203 N. Wendover
Pirates looking for strong second half
Pittsburgh is just 3 1/2 games behind Milwaukee in the NL Central.
Pocket park
Pocket park WARREN The Central City Neighborhood Association will dedicate a pocket park to the
newsmakers
newsmakers Elaine Stritch, brash stage legend, dies at 89 NEW YORK Elaine Stritch, the brash
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian Festival, 4-11 p.m.: Annual
Mahoning commissioners are rolling the dice
Opinion: After Mahoning County voters rejected a permanent 0.5-percent sales tax in May, commissioners
Ukraine: Pro-Russia rebels shot down plane
Associated Press HRABOVE, Ukraine Ukraine accused pro-Russia separatists of shooting down a
Number seeking jobless aid falls
Associated Press WASHINGTON The number of people seeking U.S. unemployment benefits fell last
How much will students pay?
Opinion: Wisconsin State Journal, Madison: It won’t fix the soaring cost of college. But it will help.
Safety can’t take a back seat to profits in transit of toxins
Editorial: Since 2009, the domestic energy boom has reaped rich rewards for communities large and small
Microsoft to cut 18,000 employees
Microsoft to cut 18,000 employees LOS ANGELES Microsoft announced the biggest layoffs in its
Racino posting another 100 jobs
A few weeks before the opening of Hollywood Gaming racino a final batch of jobs have been posted
Selected local stocks
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california Prosecutor: Robbers planned to take hostages
Associated Press STOCKTON, Calif. Misty Holt-Singh had just popped into the bank, leaving her
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Lowellville school board, special meeting 9 a.m., library/media center, 52 Rocket
Report: Decline in labor force can be traced to before recession
Associated Press WASHINGTON Declaring the Great Recession only partly to blame, White House
Sandusky son alleges abuse even worse than he previously stated
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Jerry Sandusky’s adopted son Matthew said in a television
Israel begins ground assault in Gaza
Associated Press GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip The heavy thud of tank shells, often just seconds apart,
METRO DIGEST || 4 arrested in burglary spree
Four arrested in multistate burglaries COITSVILLE Township police arrested four people in a
Downtown Youngstown company looks to expand
City will give $50,000 to the computer-software business
Afghan ballot audit starts
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan Afghanistan’s election commission began auditing ballots
No verdict in trial of suspect’s friend
No verdict in trial of suspect’s friend BOSTON The jury in the trial of a man accused of trying
Obama pushes program to fund roads, bridges
Associated Press WILMINGTON, Del. President Barack Obama announced a new program Thursday to
Today is Friday, July 18, the 199th day of 2014
Today is Friday, July 18, the 199th day of 2014. There are 166 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., corner of Fruit Street, Youngstown,
birthdays
birthdays Director Paul Verhoeven (“Basic Instinct,” “Showgirls”) is 76. Singer Brian Auger is 75.
Three Leavittsburg fires close together considered suspicious
The Warren Township Fire Department battled three fires within an hour and a mile of each other early Tuesday.
Judge tells young man he needed a beating
Associated Press DETROIT A young man who participated in a mob attack on a Detroit-area motorist
oddly enough
oddly enough Police: Arrested man ordered five pizzas delivered to station CORBIN, Ky. Police
Prospects fade for resolution on crisis at southern border
Associated Press WASHINGTON Prospects for action on the nation’s border crisis faded Thursday as
Cavs willing to deal Wiggins for Love
Akron Beacon Journal The Cavaliers have relented and are willing to include Andrew Wiggins in a
Caimano earns trip to Senior Olympics
Caimano earns trip to Senior Olympics Louisville Rinaldo “Butch” Caimano of Boardman recently
Wise-Kenreigh wedding is set for August 2
The parents of Nicole Leigh Wise of Boardman are announcing her upcoming marriage to Noah Ray
Boardman Community Briefs
Monday Night Writers meeting scheduled Area writers, both published and unpublished, are invited
Ruse-Russo plans are set for August
Deborah Ruse of Youngstown and Dennis Ruse of Boardman are announcing the upcoming marriage of their
Austintown library hosts Baby Brilliant event
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Like other area libraries, Austintown library hosts
Austintown Community Briefs
Hot rod show to be July 24 Woodlands at AustinWoods, located at 4780 Kirk Road in Austintown, is
Boardman library hosts family story time
On June 11, Boardman library hosted a family story time event for area residents. The event was part of the summer reading program and helps children’s early reading skills. The event had a Father’s Day theme.
Dobbins Elementary closes out school year with Wax Museum
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com A project to end the school year at Dobbins Elementary was
Katie Fekety, Ian Zeljak set July wedding
Katie Fekety and Ian Zeljak, both of Pulaski, Pa., are announcing their upcoming wedding. She is
Hilltop students honored at awards ceremony
Hilltop Elementary School had its annual Awards Assembly for first-, second- and third-grade students on June 5.
Wolfgangs mark 50th wedding anniversary
The Rev. and Mrs. William Wolfgang of Boardman will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary June 14
Cornersburg Dairy Queen hosts Father’s Day event
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Following May’s successful event for Mother’s Day, the
Austintown Sports Briefs
Fitch basketball to host golf outing The Austintown Fitch boys’ basketball program will be hosting
Historical society to host Arby’s reunion
The Mahoning Valley Historical Society is hosting a reunion on July 24 of Arby’s corporate employees
DeChurches honor 60 years of their marriage
Mr. and Mrs. Alfred DeChurch Sr. of Boardman celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary May 25 at
More than 1,300 students graduate from YSU
More than 1,300 students graduated at Youngstown State University’s Spring Commencement in May.
Mad Science makes stop at Boardman library
The Mad Science organization made a stop June 19 at Boardman library with Kristina Kirkland and Carmen Copeland giving a science demonstration to a large group of parents and children.
Boardman boys relay team sets new record
The Boardman boys distance medley relay team recently set a new record and briefly earned the
Gina Muscatello | Richard Thomas
New Jerusalem Fellowship Church was the setting of the wedding of Gina M. Muscatello and Richard D.
Canfield Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants summer sports news It’s spring sports season. Neighbors wants to be there every
Canfield takes on Boardman Swim Club
The Canfield Swim and Tennis Club recently competed against Boardman Swim club in a meet that was
Firestone defeats Canfield swimmers
The Firestone Area Swim team defeated the Canfield Swim and Tennis Club 315-185, which was
Military members honored at Scrappers game
At a recent Scrappers game, attendees remembered those that have served in the military. Staff from
Mad Science makes stop at Boardman library
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com The Mad Science organization made a stop June 19 at
Canfield Community Briefs
Hot rod show to be July 24 Woodlands at AustinWoods, located at 4780 Kirk Road in Austintown, is
CBC Bat-a-Thon raises money for club
The Canfield Baseball Club had its inaugural Bat-a-Thon on May 31, with members of the baseball and softball teams participating to raise money for the club.
Mahoning Valley Historical society to host Arby’s reunion
The Mahoning Valley Historical Society is hosting a reunion on July 24 of Arby’s corporate employees
Poland Sports Briefs
Send us your news If you’re a summer sports coach or the parent of an athlete, we need your help.
Boardman sends two to OHSAA meet
The Boardman Boys track team sent two athletes to The OHSAA track and field championship meet at The
Boardman Park begins Adventure Day Camp
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com June 16 was a busy first day for the Adventure Day Camp at
Valley Legacy Awards kick off at SOV Poland
The motto of the Valley Legacy Awards is "A legacy is to be lived, not left."
Area students win Green Team poster contest
Eight students out of 863 entries from area Mahoning county public, private and parochial schools
Poland Community Briefs
East High’s 50th reunion The 50th East High School reunion will take place on Aug. 30 at Mr.
Mad Science makes stop at Boardman library
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com The Mad Science organization made a stop June 19 at
Relay for Life a success in Austintown
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com For a full 24 hours, participants in the Relay For Life of
Area students win Green Team poster contest
Eight students out of 863 entries from area Mahoning county public, private and parochial schools
Students win Green Team poster contest
Eight students out of 863 entries from area Mahoning county public, private and parochial schools
Austintown library hosts Gotta Move story time
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Most story times that area libraries host consist of a
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Should online sellers have to collect sales tax for all states?
A majority of Ohioans think it’s a bad idea to force online retailers to collect and remit sales taxes to states where purchases are made, according to a poll released Thursday by a conservative think tank that also opposes the setup.
Organic, non-GMO foods come at price for Valley restaurant owners
Although it costs him more to buy natural, antibiotic-free, hormone-free poultry and certified organic grass-fed beef, Ottavio Musumeci, owner of Station Square Ristorante, wants his customers to have the best product.
Suspect in Struthers Manor murder won't be moved to Ohio until next week
The man arrested Wednesday in the slaying of a 56-year-old Struthers Manor resident likely won’t be extradited from Pennsylvania to Ohio until early next week
Maker City weekend to draw hundreds across U.S., spotlight Youngstown's additive hub
All eyes seem to be on Youngstown.
Jobs cut after MYCAP loses Head Start; Colo. agency to assume oversight
The Mahoning-Youngstown Community Action Partnership has lost its Head Start/Early Head Start program after being disqualified from a federal food-service grant.
Visiting judge issues several rulings in real estate agent murder cases
A visiting judge Thursday dispensed with several motions for one defendant in a capital-murder case, while continuing an evidence-suppression hearing for the other in the 2010 case of a slain real-estate agent.
New facility for cremated remains under construction at Tod cemetery
A cemetery beyond a century old is building a new experience for its future clients who choose cremation.
Mahoning residents to vote on combined Children Services levy in fall
The Mahoning County commissioners have placed on the Nov. 4 ballot a 1.85-mill, five-year Children Services real-estate tax levy that would generate $7,303,723 annually, which is nearly $2.8 million more than the combined revenue from the two levies it would replace.
Idora Park expert details Youngstown's legendary attraction today
Many people recall where they were April 26, 1984, the day a thick plume of black smoke at Idora Park rose into the blue sky and was seen for miles.
2014 Greatest Courses Master Lineup
Golfer lineup for the 2014 Greatest Golfer Tournament based on current registration trends.
UPDATE: Both sides in Ukraine deny shooting down plane
UPDATE: Both sides in Ukraine deny shooting down plane
Contributions to the Youngstown Maker City Initiative praised
Contributions to the Youngstown Maker City Initiative praised
UPDATE | Official: Malaysian plane shot down over Ukraine
Official: Malaysian plane shot down over Ukraine
GM UPDATE | Officials say Delphi has no responsibility for switch failure
GM UPDATE | Officials say Delphi has no responsibility for switch failure
Mahoning commissioners place CSB levy on Nov. ballot
Mahoning commissioners place CSB levy on Nov. ballot
Tod Cemetery builds ‘serene’ garden for cremation remains
Tod Cemetery builds ‘serene’ garden for cremation remains
Picnic will raise funds for St. Jude's
Picnic will raise funds for St. Jude’s NEW CASTLE, PA. The Comfort Inn, 1740 New Butler Road, is
Golf outing will help make kids count
Making Kids Count is a nonprofit that does special things for children.
Local Jewish, Palestinian communities weigh in on ongoing conflict
As another day of shelling in Gaza killed four children in ongoing conflict between the Israeli military and Hamas, leaders of the Valley πs Jewish and Palestinian communities were divided on an acceptable solution to the decades-old conflict.
Indians lefty works five scoreless innings in Scrappers’ victory
Backed by a strong pitching performance from Cleveland Indians starter T.J. House, the Scrappers kicked off a six-game homestand with a 4-0 win over Connecticut in front of 3,003 fans.
Security issues at forefront after Struthers Manor death
The same day that authorities arrested a suspect in the murder of a 56-year-old man in his apartment, a resident of Struthers Manor said security at the Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority-owned complex leaves a lot to be desired.
Mahoning County may pay for coverage of America Makes event
Mahoning County may pay $20,000 from hotel bed tax revenues to sponsor coverage by Make magazine of the Youngstown Maker Faire.
Purple Reign: Creekside Fitness claims Connie Mack championship
Creekside Fitness pitcher John Schreiber stands all of 5-foot-10, weighs 160 pounds, wears braces and looks more like a sophomore second baseman than a Kent State recruit.
Warren woman, 75, dies in basement house fire
Loan T. Vang, 75, died in a basement fire Wednesday at her house at 949 Columbia Place Southeast despite the efforts of the Warren Fire Department.
Health officials get legal feedback on environmental court
Officials with Trumbull County’s four health departments and others presented their vision for a future where environmental dangers are prosecuted and resolved efficiently.
Dancer instructor, 40, earns job as New Orleans Saints cheerleader
Faced with competition from women who mostly ranged in age from 18 to 28, Lewis never thought she’d make the team. And then, she did.
Warren mayor urges federal government to share bank settlement money with cities
Mayor Doug Franklin and other Ohio mayors are collectively urging the U.S. Justice Department to consider the damage that was done to cities like Warren in future settlements with financial institutions that carried out abusive lending practices leading to the meltdown of the U.S. housing market.
Niles auditor to council: Communications, phone bills expected to increase $57,000
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES With the city staring at huge deficits and a rapidly
Leach finds a hit with ‘Ohio’ song
Northeast Ohio native country singer Mark Leach started his musical education early.
'Bare' strips away secrets
The issues that can cause so much angst in the high school years are laid bare in the latest Oakland Center for the Arts’ production.
Weeks worth of events will promote STEM
OH WOW! organizing the effort that will showcase many efforts in STEM throughout the Mahoning Valley
Republican incumbent has huge financial lead over 6th District opponent
He’s raised about three times as much as his challenger overall
Man wanted in Pittsburgh on rape charges arrested by U.S. Marshals
A man wanted on a 20-count rape indictment who was on the Pennsylvania State police Top 10 Most Wanted was arrested Wednesday at a house at 836 Kenilworth Ave. SE.
Mount Carmel Society Festival begins 119th year
Pietro Lombardi of Brookfield takes aim while playing bocce at the Mount Carmel Society Festival in Lowellville on Wednesday. The festival, now in its 119th year, opened at 6 p.m. Wednesday and will run through Saturday.
PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Chief: No fast answer to drilling questions
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The head of Pennsylvania’s Department of Health said Wednesday that
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Tigers Be Still,SDRq directed by Christopher Fidram, Youngstown Playhouse, 600
New fashion, new faces fill final spots in Greatest Juniors field
Joey Shushok's bucket hat might be a good-luck charm.
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown: CANFIELD
Kerry brokers political deal that gives Afghanistan hope
Editorial: With the Islamic extremist Taliban hovering over war-ravaged Afghanistan like a vulture, the
METRO DIGEST || Stop the Violence
Stop the Violence BOARDMAN A Stop The Violence Rally will take place from 4 p.m. to dusk Sunday
Boehner, Palin are at odds
Opinion: WASHINGTON Sarah Palin is right about impeaching President Obama. No, not that the president
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Matthew R. Hockenberry, 29, of 53 Melbourne Ave.,
Missouri executes man for killing 3
Missouri executes man for killing 3 BONNE TERRE, Mo. A former methamphetamine dealer was
IGNITION SWITCHES GM execs to testify on recall issue
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN General Motors executives will appear before the U.S. Senate Commerce
SPORTS DIGEST || Tressel to appear at Phantoms golf outing
Tressel to appear at Phantoms golf outing POLAND Youngstown State president Jim Tressel will be
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
PNC reports on 2Q
PNC reports on 2Q PITTSBURGH The PNC Financial Services Group Inc. reported second-quarter 2014
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Warren school board, special meeting, 1 p.m., Upton board room, administration
Solar-panel array will help heat, power prison in Ohio
Associated Press CHILLICOTHE, Ohio The state on Wednesday unveiled a large solar panel project
‘Hairspray’ at Kent-Trumbull
‘Hairspray’ at Kent-Trumbull Patience Knowles, center, stars as Tracy Turnblad in Kent-Trumbull
Limiting number of geese in park is needed to manage wildlife
Opinion: Limiting number of geese in park is needed to manage wildlife On July 14, a Mill Creek MetroParks
Kansas goes crazy over guns
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: The concept would be laughable if there weren’t so many people taking it
Canfield trustees look to get emergency procedures on the books
Township looking for ways to improve for next emergency
Reagan would cringe to see moral and political downfall of the US
Opinion: Reagan would cringe to see moral and political downfall of the US “If we ever forget we are one
Festivals, art projects enliven cities
Festivals and public art projects are the topics of the week. The first Waterfire of the summer
Targeting Obama is a mistake
Opinion: Whenever Democrats are in real trouble politically, the Republicans seem to come up with something
NIGHTLIFE
The 2 Hype Lounge, 948 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-395-0080 Sat: Youngstown’s Total Package Band, 8
Filings are preview in gay-marriage case
Associated Press CINCINNATI The Ohio Attorney General’s Office urged a federal appeals court to
METRO DIGEST || Child found naked, with dog
Child found with dog WARREN Police were called to Iddings Avenue Southeast at 3:45 p.m. Tuesday
$75M in unclaimed funds returned to Ohioans
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Wondering whatever happened to the security deposit on
North River Road in Howland to get $560,000 upgrade
Road paving and installation of storm-water catch basins and pipe is expected to begin in about a month along North River Road in Howland Township between state Route 46 and North Road.
Girard police union files suit over shift-bidding process used in March
The union representing patrol officers in Girard Police Department has filed a complaint in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court in an attempt to force Police Chief Jeffrey Palmer to conduct the department’s shift bidding process a second time.
Kids’ Choice Sports 2014 (8 p.m., Nickelodeon): The inaugural Kids’ Choice Sports 2014,
Kids’ Choice Sports 2014 (8 p.m., Nickelodeon): The inaugural Kids’ Choice Sports 2014, hosted by
Seasonal needle drop
Seasonal needle drop Evergreen trees are not really evergreen. Depending on the species, needles
Restaurant worker charged
Two other people involved in the case will be charged with theft and receiving stolen property.
Texas woman who sent ricin letters gets 18 years
Associated Press TEXARKANA, Texas A Texas actress who tried to blame her husband after sending
Israel, Hamas agree to take Gaza ‘humanitarian’ pause
Associated Press GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip Israel and Hamas agreed to a five-hour U.N. brokered
Ohio Highway Patrol steps up drug arrests in first half of 2014
COLUMBUS – In the first six months of 2014, the Ohio State Highway Patrol investigated a wide range of felony offenses and increased total drug arrests from the year before.
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Red Bull spills onto I-95 in Florida truck crash ROCKLEDGE, Fla. Call it a
Buzz Aldrin: Where were you when I walked on the moon?
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. On July 20, 1969, Buzz Aldrin was “out of town” when the
CHOLESTEROL medication Studies reveal new risks for drug niacin
Associated Press New details from two studies reveal more side effects from niacin, a drug that
Ohio dad’s Internet plea spurs strangers
Associated Press TOLEDO Just days after his infant daughter’s death, Nathen Steffel asked
Black, jumping insects
Black, jumping insects Flea beetles: They make tons of little holes in the leaves of eggplants
Poison ivy difficult to kill
Q. How can I kill the poison ivy growing in my yard and grass? Iris from Youngstown A. Poison
Multicolored Asian lady beetle: friend and foe
By Eric Barrett OSU Extension The multicolored Asian lady beetle (MALB) is a non-native insect
Nature’s insect repellent: Spiders help control flies, crickets and mites
Spiders are the basis for many of the questions that come into the OSU Extension office. From how to get rid of webs to keeping them out of the house to the identification of something that might be poisonous, spiders continue to be of great concern to many people due to the mythical fear that many are poisonous or dangerous.
JUNIOR Qualifier
JUNIOR Qualifier The top four golfers from the final qualifying event Wednesday at Trumbull
Botanical vinegars
Botanical vinegars When: Today, 6:30– 8:30 p.m. What: Vinegars are both food and medicine, easy
Jones latest former Miami player to join Cavaliers
James Jones, who spent the previous four seasons playing with James in Miami, will earn $1.4 million next season.
Pulliam: Hoke’s job is at stake
There is one thing that can save him, though. A victory over the Buckeyes.
Greatest Juniors Championship Field
Boys 17-and-under Automatic qualifiers Billy ColbertPine Lakes Bradley MillerMohawk Trails
Italian pride evident in Girard
The Mount Carmel Society is a way to honor all immigrants and Americans who settled Girard, said Mayor Jim Melfi.
Wednesday, July 16 (93 stories)
Mahoning commissioners to consider support of additive Faire
The Mahoning County commissioners will consider spending up to $20,000 in hotel bed tax revenues in connection with the Youngstown Maker City Initiative, a four-day, 3-D manufacturing gathering beginning July 31.
As police arrest murder suspect, Struthers Manor residents express fear
The same day that authorities arrest a suspect in the murder of a 56-year-old man in his apartment, a resident of Struthers Manor says security at the Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority-owned complex leaves a lot to be desired.
Valley Arabs, Israelis see different solutions to age-old conflict
As another day of shelling in Gaza killed four children Wednesday in ongoing conflict between the Israeli military and Hamas, leaders of the Valley’s Jewish and Palestinian communities were divided on what an acceptable solution would be to the larger, decades-old conflict.
Johnson's campaign coffers more than double Garrison's in 6th District
The financial battle between U.S. Rep. Bill Johnson, R-6th, and Jennifer Garrison, his Democratic challenger, isn’t close, with the incumbent enjoying a huge lead over his opponent.
Fire at hunt club forces cancellation of annual festival
A 100-year old hunt club is working through the paperwork to rebuild after a fire destroyed one of its clubhouses last month.
Trumbull officials weigh benefits of environmental court
Officials with Trumbull County’s four health departments and others presented their vision Wednesday for a future where environmental dangers such as open dumping are prosecuted and resolved efficiently.
Girard worker chases customers who skipped out on bill, police say
An employee of Margherita’s Grille on North State Street is accused of chasing through the streets two customers who left without paying and shooting at them.
Nearly blind woman dies in Warren fire
Loan T. Vang, 75, died in a basement fire Wednesday at her house at 949 Columbia Place Southeast despite the efforts of the Warren Fire Department.
Procession leads to last day of festivities in Girard
They gathered on West Wilson Street in front of the Italian Fraternal Home Wednesday morning, like they had for so many years past.
Boardman school board interviewing candidates for board opening
Boardman school board interviewing candidates for board opening
OSU, KSU set for noon start
Kent State and Ohio State will kick off at noon on Sept. 13 at Ohio Stadium.
Lines break in attempts to tow stalled casino boat
Lines break in attempts to tow stalled casino boat
Israeli strike kills 4 Gaza youths on coastal road
Israeli strike kills 4 Gaza youths on coastal road
Struthers police ID slain man, have a person of interest
Struthers police ID slain man, have a person of interest
Youngstown police charge man with possession of dangerous drugs
Youngstown police charge man with possession of dangerous drugs
Law would make it a crime to conceal faulty products that are dangerous
Law would make it a crime to conceal faulty products that are dangerous
Girard police union files court action over shift bidding
Girard police union files court action over shift bidding
Palestinians flee after Israel warning, airstrikes
Palestinians flee after Israel warning, airstrikes
Chamber to offer tourist event
Chamber to offer tourist event COLUMBIANA The Columbiana Area Chamber of Commerce will host a
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Woodworth Church of the Brethren, 30 E. Western Reserve Road, Boardman, will offer beef-
United Way program assists Valley preschoolers, parents
Canfield kindergarten teachers lead Success By 6 sessions
Ohio Glaciers edge Falcons in Connie Mack tournament
Brian Penz scattered four hits, striking out eight while notching a double and scoring one of his team’s runs.
Lowellville basketball court renovations on hold
By EMMALEE C. TORISK etorisk@vindy.com LOWELLVILLE After winning a $25,000 donation for the
Creekside still plenty fit despite lightning delay
Currently saddled with little pitching depth, the last thing Creekside Fitness manager Terry Landis needed Monday night was a suspended game.
Greatest Golfer: Final juniors qualifier today at Trumbull
The excitement and buildup of the fifth annual Greatest Golfer of the Valley Junior series will play out on the golf course today in the final qualifying event before the championship.
Residents on a Liberty street won’t lose home mail delivery
Local postal officials made that decision without consulting the district office
Struthers’ Pezzone second in Minneapolis
Nicolina Marianne Pezzone finished second in the national finals of Major League Baseball’s Pitch, Hit & Run contest on Monday night in Minneapolis.
Ursuline campers learn from Wolford, Shepas
Youngstown State head coach Eric Wolford and Waynesburg head coach Rick Shepas addressing the group.
Authorities investigate Struthers apartment death
Authorities are hopeful that a missing white Chevrolet Blazer, once recovered, can provide some information about the 56-year-old man found dead Tuesday morning in his third-floor apartment at the Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority-owned Struthers Manor.
Soak up the culture at Irish fest
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Everyone agrees you don’t have to be Irish to enjoy St.
Battle of the Burgers
The battle has begun. It actually started in 2009 with the Mahoning Valley Burger Review Board’s (MVBRB) first burger review. Now we have gathered 10 of our best restaurants, and we will put them in the arena and see who emerges victorious.
'Fat N' Furious' cast to visit car cruise-in
All four members of the cast of “Fat N’ Furious: Rolling Thunder” will be at the car cruise-in at the Boardman Quaker Steak and Lube this Friday.
Pioneer festival at Pymatuning park
The 21st annual Pymatuning Pioneer and Art Festival will be July 26-27 in Pymatuning State Park.
Youngstown men died of accidental drowning, coroner rules
Dr. Humphrey Germaniuk, Trumbull County coroner, ruled that two men found dead over the weekend in a Newton Township pond died by accidental drowning.
State Dem chairman says Trumbull party leaders must cast public ballots
When Trumbull County Democratic Party Central Committee members meet July 26 to select a replacement for Commissioner Paul Heltzel, the vote will take place in public, the Ohio Democratic Party chairman says.
Youngstown and Ohio gas prices below national average
The average price for regular gas in Youngstown is $3.529 compared to last year’s average at $3.585.
HM sisters mark 150 years since trek from France
Sister Joanne Gardner, left, archivist, and Sister Barbara Wincik, a member of the leadership team of the Sisters of the Humility of Mary, look at the community’s “A Living Document,” which details the community’s vision.
oddly enough
oddly enough Historic cheese vans stolen in California found MANTECA, Calif. Three bright
Calif. approves fines for wasting water
Calif. approves fines for wasting water SACRAMENTO, Calif. California water regulators have
The brothers in food return to Warren
The brothers in food return to Warren Mark and Mike head back to Warren to sample a signature
US steel industry gets a boost with ruling on steel dumping
Editorial: A significant federal govern- ment ruling last week that will buoy American manufacturers of steel
89 killed in Afghanistan bombing
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan A suicide bomber blew up a car packed with explosives near
newsmakers
newsmakers Marvel makes Thor a thunder goddessk NEW YORK Thor is now a Goddess of Thunder.
Reynolds American to buy Lorillard Inc.
Associated Press RICHMOND, Va. Joe Camel is bulking up to take on the Marlboro Man. Camel
EEOC updates protections for pregnant employees
Associated Press WASHINGTON Pregnant women have new protections against on-the-job
Yellen: Labor market still needs Fed’s help
Despite recent sizable job gains, Federal Reserve Chairwoman Janet Yellen is signaling that her agency is in no rush to withdraw the massive support it is providing the U.S. economy.
Crable named CEO at Northside
New Northside CEO comes to the Valley with 25 years healthcare experience
The BurgerGuyz are on the move again
The BurgerGuyz are on the move again The BurgerGuyz head to the Downtown Coffee Caf in Hubbard
Kent-Trumbull Theatre's summer stock production of 'Hairspray' opens Friday
Kent-Trumbull Theatre’s summer stock production of “Hairspray” opens Friday and runs for nine performances over three consecutive weekends.
Kochs rent a former senator
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords The beauty of our country’s present system of government is that
US retail sales up 0.2 percent in June
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. retail sales increased slightly in June, evidence that
Don’t scramble broadcasts
Opinion: Minot (N.D.) Daily News: Soon the days of Minot residents and members of the news media having
Baby injured by firework released from hospital
The infant was injured when a neighbor kicked over a lit firework
ASK MR. KNOW IT ALL
Q. I’m enjoying reruns of “The Rifleman.” Is Chuck Connors still alive? I know on the TV series he
Selig says Rose could play 2015 All-Star role
Selig says Rose could play 2015 All-Star role MINNEAPOLIS Pete Rose may have a role to play in
Chapin: Indians are consistently inconsistent
If the one-word description of the Indians last year — Terry Francona’s first as manager and a season that ended with a playoff berth — would be streaky, then the one word that describes this year’s team is inconsistent.
Miller time: Cavs sign shooter
Mike Miller had choices. None of them was better than playing with LeBron James again.
Warren man convicted of drug possession eight years after being charged
Anthony J. Hudson, 41, convicted of cocaine possession and will be sentenced later to between three and 10 years in prison.
House GOP prepares border-crisis response
Associated Press WASHINGTON House Republicans announced Tuesday they will recommend dispatching
Israel: Hamas to ‘pay’ for rejecting truce
Associated Press GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip Israel resumed its heavy bombardment of Gaza on Tuesday
On the links
On the links Pro golf tournaments ROYAL & ANCIENT GOLF CLUB OF ST. ANDREWS | BRITISH OPEN
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Lordstown Board of Public Affairs, 4 p.m., administration building, 1455 Salt
Two of France's beloved champagne houses will visit our Valley
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy bubbles.
METRO DIGEST || Downtown streets to close Sunday
Judge orders fixes cleveland The judge in the Oakhill case has ordered the prosecution to fix
Birthdays
Birthdays Singer William Bell is 75. Actor-singer Ruben Blades is 66. Drummer Stewart Copeland of
Furnace safety
Furnace safety COLUMBUS Columbia Gas of Ohio reminds customers that furnaces need to be cleaned
Lawsuit filed
Lawsuit filed YOUNGSTOWN A Brittain Street woman, who said she was bitten and severely injured
Tuesday, July 15 (91 stories)
Oakhill prosecutors ordered to correct indictment
The judge in the Oakhill corruption case has ordered the prosecution to fix grammatical, spelling and typographical errors in the indictment against Youngstown Mayor John McNally, Mahoning County Auditor Michael Sciortino and Atty. Martin Yavorcik, a one-time candidate from Mahoning County prosecutor.
Lowellville grad deflated after winnings come up short for project
After winning a $25,000 donation for the village, all that Dom DeFrank wanted was for the cracked, aging basketball courts he’d loved as a kid to be renovated, with fresh pavement and new equipment, then dedicated to his late father.
Gas prices fall again in Valley
Valley residents are paying less at the pump this year compared to last.
HM Sisters mark 150 years in America
As the Sisters of the Humility of Mary mark 150 years in America, they “celebrate the legacy, pursue the vision” in a host of ministries and activities.
Youngstown BOE plans to give seniors an edge
An addition to the city school curriculum will help students aim more pointedly on their career and college goals.
Success by 6 gives kids, parents peace about starting school
Fifteen Canfield preschoolers are getting a kick-start for kindergarten this summer through the United Way’s Success By 6 program.
Youngstown dad, son died by drowning while fishing
Dr. Humphrey Germaniuk, Trumbull County coroner, has ruled that two men found dead over the weekend in a Newton Township pond died by accidental drowning.
Liberty resident: Vindy story gets mail decision rescinded
Arbor Circle residents, told by the U.S. Postal Service they were losing home mail delivery on Aug. 1 unless they had curbside boxes installed, are keeping the service.
Death of 56-year-old Struthers man being investigated as homicide
Authorities are hopeful that a missing white Chevrolet Blazer, once recovered, can provide some information about the 56-year-old man found dead Tuesday morning in his third-floor apartment at the Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority-owned Struthers Manor.
Authorities investigating case of man found dead today in Struthers
Authorities investigating case of man found dead today in Struthers
Coroner rules two men drowned in Newton Township pond
Coroner rules two men drowned in Newton Township pond
Brookfield trustees have special meeting Wednesday
Brookfield trustees have special meeting Wednesday
Husband, wife arrested on breaking and entering charge
Husband, wife arrested on breaking and entering charge
Lawmakers urge for Delphi retiree pension decision
Lawmakers urge for Delphi retiree pension decision
Campbelll police charge man with drug, traffic offenses
Campbelll police charge man with drug, traffic offenses
Boardman police now holding car that was reported stolen
Boardman police now holding car that was reported stolen
Church will offer free community picnic
Church will offer free community picnic YOUNGSTOWN Lockwood United Methodist Church, 4570
Israeli military says it's resumed Gaza airstrikes
Israeli military says it's resumed Gaza airstrikes
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch Class of 1974 is having its 40-year reunion over Labor Day weekend. On Aug. 29 a
Haslam-owned truck-stop chain to pay $92M penalty for cheating customers
The truck-stop company owned by Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam and Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam has agreed to pay a $92 million penalty for cheating customers out of promised rebates and discounts, authorities announced Monday.
Cespedes wins second straight home run derby
He beat Cincinnati’s Todd Frazier 9-1 in the final round.
‘Scandal’ star Goldwyn tackles legal system in new drama Both sides of ‘The Divide’
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK Tony Goldwyn has displayed a lack of ethics in
Archie meets his end in comic book rendition
By DERRIK J. LANG AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES Archie Andrews will die taking a bullet
YCS community mourns death of Harris
The 21-year-old former Eagle was a third-team All-Ohioan in 2011.
Relay for Life of Poland raises over $50,000 to fight cancer
Relay for Life of Poland raises over $50,000 to fight cancer
Ursuline camp stresses grades, behavior, football
Scouting Ohio’s Mark Porter said colleges still ask about grades first.
Canfield wins 9-10 softball district
Lauren Fitzgerald had 15 strikeouts in the 4-2 win over Poland.
Eleven Democrats applied for the vacant Trumbull County commissioner’s job
The county Democratic Party’s precinct committee members will select a replacement on July 26
GREEN ENERGY State ballot board OKs group’s pursuit of borrowing funds
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The state ballot board again has given its approval for
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Recovery program
Recovery program YOUNGSTOWN/WARREN The Help Hotline Crisis Center, Inc. Recovery Program offers
Irving among 19 on USA basketball roster
The team will report to training camp in Las Vegas this month.
CenturyLink training center will bring workers to area
At least 100 employees per year will come through company's downtown Warren training site
Youngstown’s school board warrants scrutiny by state
Editorial: Did members of the Youngstown Board of Education violate state law when they gave reporters a
Satire is sharp in 'Forbidden Youngstown'
Lynn Sabeh is going to be a local star. At least that’s what her character thinks in Rust Belt Theater Company’s latest production of “Forbidden Youngstown.”
Answers on injection wells, quakes
Associated Press FORT WORTH, Texas States where hydraulic fracturing is taking place have seen a
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oddly enough Man claims kingdom so daughter can be princess ABINGDON, Va. A Virginia man
Post office drops service
The post office gave the street one day’s notice that residents must have curbside boxes by July 31 if they want mail delivery to continue at their homes.
Learn-to-swim class
Learn-to-swim class WARREN The American Red Cross of the Mahoning Valley is offering its Summer
Give youth offenders 2nd chance
Opinion: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: America’s experiment with harsh punishment for nonviolent offenders has
Ruling means tariffs on foreign steel
U.S. companies couldn't compete with subsidized steel from countries like South Korea for oil and gas pipes.
newsmakers
newsmakers Golden Globe producers, organizers settle lawsuit LOS ANGELES The organization that
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.82 .06 Avalon
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Nicole Yereb and Jacob Hambrick, Youngstown, boy, July 13.
Citigroup to pay $7 billion in subprime-lending probe
Associated Press WASHINGTON Citigroup has agreed to pay $7 billion to settle a federal
Egypt proposes cease-fire
Associated Press JERUSALEM Egypt presented a cease-fire plan Monday to end a week of heavy
Mentally ill pose challenge for jails
Associated Press CHICAGO The numbers, posted daily on the Cook County sheriff’s website, would
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Auditor Yost says charter schools require oversight reform
Dave Yost said he is a supporter of school choice.
Perry, Paul launch foreign-policy debate
Associated Press NEW YORK Two leading Republicans have begun an unusually personal war of words
Remedies for muscle cramps in hot weather
Q. If I work hard in the hot sun for a couple of hours, I get serious muscle cramps. Last week, I
Sidewalk memorial honors cop killer
Associated Press JERSEY CITY, N.J. A day after a rookie police officer was gunned down in an
birthdays
birthdays Actor Ken Kercheval (“Dallas”) is 79. Actor Jan-Michael Vincent is 70. Singer Millie
Neighbors complain of speeders
One resident said that there is also a house with multiple vehicles and a boat parked in the yard.
COLUMBIANA COUNTY State board releases $500K for housing for disabled
Staff report COLUMBUS The state Controlling Board released $500,000 Monday for housing for
Bergdahl returned to regular Army duty
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Army has given Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl a desk job, ending the formal
Trustees approve paving project, discuss massage parlors
Last massage parlor closed voluntarily after police raid
Attendance up at Trumbull County Fair
Early days of rain subside as good weekend leads to higher attendance at Trumbull County Fair
New realty office
New realty office POLAND The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a ribbon-cutting for
More anthrax problems at CDC
More anthrax problems at CDC NEW YORK A second investigation has detailed additional safety
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jason J. Gaston, 21, of 11521 Det-wiler Road,
Park board gets earful about geese euthanasia
Candice Sinistro LaRocca of Boardman, who wore an “I like geese” T-shirt, was frustrated because neither Mill Creek MetroParks board members nor park staff would answer some of her questions at Monday's board meeting about the June 26 killing of 238 geese. The board said people must stop feeding the geese to avoid a recurrence of the problems.
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown Civil Service Commission, 4 p.m., commission office, seventh floor,
E-school sessions for parents, students
E-school sessions for parents, students AUSTINtown Representatives from Ohio Connections
Girard’s Sarra finishes in 15th place at WSOP
Girard’s Sarra finishes in 15th place at WSOP LAS VEGAS Girard’s Thomas Sarra Jr. finished 15th
Man wanted in Texas
Man wanted in Texas NEW MIDDLETOWN Village police arrested a man Friday who is wanted for the
Connelly: Biggest error of steroid era? That it ended
The writer believes bringing back PEDs and eliminating home-field advantage from the All-Star game will benefit baseball.
U.S. News & World Report ranks the Cleveland Clinic fourth overall nationally
Cleveland Clinic tops in cardiology and heart surgery
TOP U.S. HOSPITALS
TOP U.S. HOSPITALS U.S. News & World Report’s honor roll of the top hospitals in the nation. The
Monday, July 14 (68 stories)
Beechwood Drive residents tell Girard council about speeders
Beechwood Drive residents tell Girard council about speeders
Post office orders Arbor Circle residents in Liberty to install curbside mail boxes
Post office orders Arbor Circle residents in Liberty to install curbside mail boxes
Austintown OKs its part of three-township road program
Austintown OKs its part of three-township road program
Boardman crash at Lynn Mar and Lemoyne slows traffic
Boardman crash at Lynn Mar and Lemoyne slows traffic
Haslam-owned truck-stop chain to pay $92M fine
The agreement was signed by attorneys for the nation's largest diesel retailer Friday.
Tribe's T.J. House to make start with Scrappers
Cleveland Indians left-hander T.J. House will start for the Scrappers on Wednesday night.
Controlling board releases funds for projects in Columbiana, Trumbull counties
Controlling board releases funds for projects in Columbiana, Trumbull counties
Tee times here for Greatest Trumbull junior qualifier
Golfers will tee off starting at 1 p.m. on Wednesday at Trumbull Country Club.
2 city men arrested in separate domestic violence cases
2 city men arrested in separate domestic violence cases
WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS Salem Kiwanis Club will host its 50th Antique & Craft Show in Centennial Park from 9
Cortland woman places in top 10 in Ohio pageant
A talented Cortland resident comes away with funds from the Miss Ohio Scholarship Pageant.
Rotary club plans annual car show
Rotary club plans annual car show BOARDMAN Poland Rotary will host its 5th Annual Car Show and
Canfield 9-10 baseball wins district
The Cardinals beat Boardman 5-3 to advance to the state tournament.
Man drowns in Newton Township pond; his son missing
A man in his late forties is dead, and his son is missing after a fishing trip at a pond east of Newton Falls turned deadly.
‘Alien’ cast reprises roles in video game
By DERRIK J. LANG AP Entertainment Writer BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. Sigourney Weaver and the cast
Superintendent readies for two jobs
The ESC and two school districts formed a council of governments to hire substitutes and many other districts have since joined
‘Brain Games’ leads own genre at Nat Geo Channel
IF you watch What: “Going Deep” Where: Nat Geo When: 10 tonight By DAVID BAUDER AP
A Warped dream
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com 222The former Champion resident, who as a 12-year-old
Goetze’s extra time goal lifts Germany
It gave the country its first World Cup title since West Germany won it in 1990.
Gomes rallies Indians past White Sox
Trevor Bauer struck out a career-high 10 batters in 6 2/3 innings.
Project KIND included in National Registry of Evidence Based Programs and Practices
Warren's Community Solutions staff wrote the program in 2003
Even with LeBron, East is wide open
The Cleveland Cavaliers will have plenty of conference competition this season.
The design of a landscaping project in downtown Youngstown is expected next month
A city official is concerned about seating
Greek Festival
27th Annual event celebrates ethnic heritage By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN
Struthers grad studies abroad in Russia through U.S. Department of State program
By EMMALEE C. TORISK etorisk@vindy.com STRUTHERS Just hours after Keary Iarussi found out he
COMING TOMORROW
COMING TOMORROW Cortland woman places in top 10 at the Miss Ohio Scholarship Pageant. Society, D2
As James triumphantly returns, let the good times roll in NE Ohio
Editorial: Psalm 1 from the sixth chapter of the Gospel of Luke tells us “Blessed are those who hunger and
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Family maintains its hold on Mich. pit-spitting contest EAU CLAIRE, Mich. When it
Knight: Fame comes with complications
Associated Press CLEVELAND Michelle Knight has discovered that the fame that followed her escape
Akron, union seek new Goodyear plant
Akron, union seek new Goodyear plant AKRON Union leaders are working with Akron and surrounding
Births
Births St. Elizabeth BOARDMAN Health Center Marqaishay Williams and Keith Franklin, Youngstown,
Book takes on fracking ‘myths’
Oil and Gas industry official wants to provide perspective on fracking in book
FRACKING Expert: Pa. didn’t study health effects
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Pennsylvania’s former health secretary says the state has failed to
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Montgomerie wins US Senior Open in playoff
Montgomerie wins US Senior Open in playoff EDMOND, Okla. Colin Montgomerie is getting used to
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Tyler C. Taylor, 26, of 437 Griswold St., Warren, and
Liriano rusty in Pirates’ loss to Reds
He made his first start since June 10 and tied his season high with six walks.
Boy’s Make A Wish trip will include quality time with family, swimming
The Metcalf family of Canton, including their 4-year-old son Zachary, started a free 6-day Florida vacation today, thanks to Allegiant Air and Make A Wish.
Cisar pitches Bulls past Astro in Connie Mack tournament
The Bulls defeated the Falcons 1-0 in opening-round play.
KATIE RICKMAN | THE VINDICATOR
KATIE RICKMAN | THE VINDICATOR Personnel from the Newton Falls Joint Fire District stand along the
Sheriff: Bus was hit by stolen car
Associated Press RICHMOND, IND. A car that collided with a Greyhound bus on an Indiana highway,
Our Lady of Mount Carmel granted honorific title of Minor Basilica
Bishop George V. Murry announced the honor at noon Mass on Sunday.
Boy, 17, drowns in Lawrence Co.
Boy, 17, drowns in Lawrence Co. SLIPPERY ROCK TwP., Pa. John W. Durnell, 17, of Elwood City,
Authorities: Cop killer said he’d be ‘famous’
Associated Press JERSEY CITY, N.J. A gunman who killed a rookie officer responding to a report
Record Reviews
Judas Priest Album: “Redeemer of Souls” (Epic) Grade: A It takes a lot for a band to make up
Obama seeks governors’ support on immigrant kids
Associated Press NASHVILLE, TENN. Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia Matthews Burwell
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Lordstown Village Council, finance committee, noon, council chambers, 1455 Salt
Fearing Israeli bombing, thousands flee Gaza
Associated Press GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip Thousands of Palestinian residents of the northern Gaza
Given antics of his predecessors, Obama is hardly worst president
Opinion: Given antics of his predecessors, Obama is hardly worst president I have read and seen on televi-
Sunday, July 13 (94 stories)
Authorities search pond for 2 missing Valley men
Rescue operations have been ongoing since Saturday night at Rankin Pond near railroad tracks off of Miller Graber Road for two missing Mahoning County men.
Iarussi takes on double duty as education leader in Mahoning County
The move is part of an ongoing consolidation effort.
Thousands of Palestinians flee northern Gaza Strip
The Israeli prime minister says the military is set for "all possibilities''
Protest against Israel planned Monday in downtown Youngstown
The Palestinian death toll from a week of confrontations has surpassed 150
Miss Gottschling and Mr. Schnall to wed in Sept.
YOUNGSTOWN Jerry and Jan Schnall of Youngstown are announcing the engagement of their son, Jeffrey
Miss Crossen, Mr. Lawson will exchange vows
Courtney Crossen and David Lawson, both of New York City, are engaged, their parents are announcing.
Alexoff-Cochren wedding plans are revealed
POLAND Randall and Beth Alexoff of Poland are announcing the engagement and upcoming wedding of
Allison Parry, Christopher Diehl to exchange vows
YOUNGSTOWN Richard and MaryAnn Parry of Youngstown are announcing the engagement of their
Shannon Roeder, Gregory Bush plan wedding
Forest and Sarilee Roeder of Boardman and Jerry and Karen Bush of Hermitage, Pa., are announcing the
Testa-Bartos wedding plans are announced
The parents of Andrea Celeste Testa and William Lawrence Bartos, both of Canton, are announcing the
Mr., Mrs. Perkins celebrate 50th at reception
AUSTINTOWN John and Anastasia Perkins of Austintown celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at a
Beggses' 50th honored with celebration
BOARDMAN John and Theresa Beggs of Boardman celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary June 13 with
Greenes cruise to Bermuda to mark 50th
NEW MIDDLETOWN William and Crystal Greene of New Middletown and Largo, Fla., marked their 50th
Friends of Fellows to host garden party
Friends of Fellows Gardens will host its annual fundraiser, The Summer Garden Party, on July 25.
GARDEN CLUBS
TUESDAY Trailwood Gardeners will meet at 11:30 a.m. for a luncheon at Reserve Run. Linda DeLost
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
MASONIC GROUPS
MONDAY Past Matrons of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Eat’n Park in Austintown.
Guild announces scholarship winners
Guild announces scholarship winners LORDSTOWN Lordstown Garden Guild met June 23 and presented
SENIOR CITIZENS
60-Plus Club of St. Brendan Church will meet at 1:30 p.m. Monday in Maxwell Hall. Ann Smith will
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
Mystery of Champion man’s dad in WWII solved 61 years later
Russ Sr. drowned in a tank accident after surviving the Battle of the Bulge
No age limit in baseball: DiVincenzo, Harris have played 60 years
Ron DiVincenzo’s age never tempered his inspiration to play baseball.
LeBron signs two-year contract
The deal provides flexibility for the NBA’s biggest star with the league’s maximum salary expected to rise in the future.
Summer Festival of the Arts opens 16th year, continues today
The festival, located on the campus of Youngstown State University, will be open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. today, and admission is free.
Businesses in Struthers come together to help one of their own
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com STRUTHERS A local business experienced a significant
7th Ward residents celebrate community
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Starting next spring, a community garden will take
Fitch grad Matasy hopes to bring golf lessons home
Matt Matasy wasn't sure what the next step for him entailed, but he knew it had to include golf.
Struthers athlete sues over eligibility
With his high school football career in doubt, Struthers senior Luke Witkowski is attempting one last Hail Mary — by appealing to a different higher power.
Race will fund Mooney scholarships
The race will be in memory of Caitlin Yager, who was killed at age 19 in a Dec. 26 car crash on an icy road.
‘Strain’ star speaks
IF YOU WATCH What: “The Strain” Where: FX When: 10 tonight By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television
‘Fat N’ Furious’ pays a visit to ‘Atomic Bob’
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Combining his love of muscle cars and his talent for art,
Warren-based bike shop builds Knievel tribute bike
David Cook and his team at Sledgehammer Bobbers in Warren are in the process of building the tribute bike for Evel Knievel.
Liberty man charged with adding fluids to boss' soup, theft at workplace
Staff report STRUTHERS A 27-year-old Liberty Township man accused of videotaping himself adding
O’Horo’s homer helps Boardman advance
Boardman scored two runs in the first inning, added another in the second and took an insurmountable 10-0 lead in the third after plating seven runs in the third.
Canfield softball all-stars facing elimination in state tournament
The Canfield 11-12 softball all-stars team went 1-1 on Saturday at the state tournament at Cederquist Park.
2 Campbell teenagers arrested after chase
Staff report CAMPBELL Two Campbell teenagers remain in the Mahoning County jail after leading
METRO DIGEST || Fair will cover infant sleep positions, biking, car seats
Learn safe biking, baby sleep positions YOUNGSTOWN Eagle’s Christian Preschool on Market Street
Fossil-free Energy Fair is July 26 at SRU
The event is dedicated to educate the public to the economic and climate benefits of alternate forms of energy.
Lawrence Co. man kills stepfather, self
Staff report NEW CASTLE, PA. Police continue to investigate an apparent murder-suicide that
Hotel owner tries to put strip club past behind him
Hotel owner tries to put strip club past behind him
Lavish $4M renovation to offer fine dining, comedy club
Poland attorney and developer Sebastian Rucci is counting on some southern California ambiance — including $120,000 worth of (faux) palm trees — and a location close to the new Hollywood Gaming racino to make his Hotel California into a resort destination.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Last original member of the Ramones dies at 65 NEW YORK Tommy Ramone, a co-founder
Belinky worst of the worst
Opinion: There’s a cautionary tale from Mark Belinky’s fall from judicial grace: a politician who has larceny
Guard your credit from thieves
After Target and Neiman Marcus told tens of millions of shoppers that their credit- and debit-card
The selfie won’t soon fade
Selfies — those slightly blurred, self-portrait photos we take with front-facing cameras on our
Book discussion meeting planned at Salem Public Library
Book discussion meeting planned at Salem Public Library SALEM The featured book for the Salem
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Summer Festival of the Arts, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Highlights include
Salem chamber plans luncheon event
Salem chamber plans luncheon event SALEM The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce will have a
YNG numbers keep on soaring
Editorial: In yet another sign of accelerated momentum and heightened fortunes at the Youngstown-Warren
Unique destination
By BETH J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor WASHINGTON When World War I began in 1914, President
UN Security Council urges Gaza truce; no sign of lull
Associated Press GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip Ignoring international appeals for a cease-fire, Israel
Ohio opens multiservice prison inmate rehabilitation center
Associated Press CHILLICOTHE, Ohio Ohio has opened a multi-agency, multiservice facility aimed
There isn’t a lot of time to sell Mahoning sales tax to voters
Editorial: The general election is Nov. 4, and on the ballot will be a sales-tax issue that has become an
Theme-park CEO: Job is about making memories
Associated Press SANDUSKY, Ohio Standing in the shadows of a $30 million roller coaster that
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, July 13, the 194th day of 2014. There are 171 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Will raccoons be next endangered species in Mill Creek MetroParks?
Opinion: Will raccoons be next endangered species in Mill Creek MetroParks? Although I have already seen a
Cavaliers get Powell, Haywood in trade
The Cavs announced the move Saturday, one day after LeBron James said he’s returning to Cleveland.
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Donald Stauffer v. Alvin Pugh, personal injury.
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
SCIENCE Robert Markwell Jr. has been named an associate of the Casualty Actuarial Society. He was
Germany looks to make history today
No European team has ever won a World Cup played in the Americas.
100 years of Rotary’s great service
Opinion: February 1915 is a faraway time. Big news of the day was World War I raging and Poland — the
On the links Saturday’s professional golf results
WOMEN’S BRITISH OPEN SOUTHPORT, ENGLAND Inbee Park shot a 4-under 68 and took the lead Saturday
Korean official to give medals to Ohio vets
Associated Press DAYTON A medal of appreciation from the Korean government to U.S. service
Abreu’s 29th homer helps Sox top McAllister, Indians
Chicago managed just four hits off McAllister (3-5) in seven innings.
YWCA hosts summer broadcast camp
The youngsters will learn about the broadcasting field and meet local broadcasters.
UN warns Iraq of possible ‘chaos’
Associated Press BAGHDAD The U.N. urged Iraq’s leaders Saturday to overcome their deep divisions
Kerry brokers deal between Afghan rivals
Associated Press KABUL Afghanistan’s two rival candidates reached a breakthrough agreement
Bianco powers Creekside past Bel-Park in NABF final
Last summer, Nick Bianco was a member of the Creekside Fitness 14-and-under team that advanced to the NABF Sophomore Division World Series.
2014 Greatest scramble Remaining qualifiers
JULY Friday — The First Tee of Mahoning Valley Scramble at Candywood. Cost is $65. Start time is 9
McCutchen’s home run lifts Pirates in 11th
The Pirates blew a four-run lead for the second straight night, but managed to come back behind McCutchen, who has more homers against Cincinnati than anyone else since 2009.
METRO DIGEST || Church day camp
Church day camp North Lima Good Hope Lutheran Church, 12030 Market St., will host a community
MILESTONES
MILESTONES HONORS Engineer gets award Bert Dawson of Lisbon has been awarded the Meritorious
Tournaments
Tournaments Juniors Remaining Qualifier Wednesday: Trumbull Country Club, 1:15 p.m. start
Scrappers end losing streak with 9-3 win
Scrappers end losing streak with 9-3 win lowell, mass. The Mahoning Valley Scrappers used clutch
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES VETERANS VA clothing allowance YOUNGSTOWN The Department of Veterans Affairs
golf league scores
MEN The First Tee of Mahoning Valley (Candywood) — Low Gross: Joe Mastro 36, Vic Dechristifaro 38,
Guatemalan teen is buried in hometown
Guatemalan teen is buried in hometown SAN JOSE LAS FLORES, Guatemala A 15-year-old Guatemalan
2014 Pitch, Hit & Run FINALS
2014 Pitch, Hit & Run FINALS vMonday at 3 p.m. at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minn.
Transgender women claim mistreatment at DMVs in WV
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.VA. Two transgender women say they were ordered to take off their
Columbus sends giant limestone couch for rehab
Associated Press COLUMBUS An 8,000-pound limestone sculpture of a sofa has been removed from its
Area golf calendar | Upcoming outings
July Wednesday — Junior independent insurance agents golf tournament at Mill Creek Golf Course.
Agency using new scale to grade Erie algae
Associated Press TOLEDO Researchers have come up with a new way to classify their forecast for
JJC bus trip planned for August
The trip will be to the Chautauqua Institute, where participants will hear a lecture on the Central Park Five.
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Brookfield Township trustees, 7 p.m., administration building, 6844 Strimbu Drive.
Saturday, July 12 (79 stories)
Drivers beware: OVI checkpoint underway in Austintown
The Mahoning County Operating a Vehicle while Impaired Task Force, in conjunction with the Ohio State Highway Patrol, has a checkpoint underway until 3 a.m. on Mahoning Avenue at Howard Avenue.
Hotel California owners says his past business 'was a bad idea...a mistake'
Sebastian Rucci became known in the Mahoning Valley for Go Go Girls Cabaret, his topless dance club that became a lightning rod for bad publicity.
A local World War II mystery solved
James “Jim” G. Russ Jr. had yearned since he was a boy to know how his father died in World War II.
77 regional, national artists featured at Festival of the Arts 2014
Alex Stoll has been playing with steel since he was a kid.
7th Ward residents gather at Lynn Park for community picnic
Starting next spring, a community garden will take shape in an area of the city’s 7th Ward that was once known more for its blight than its beets.
Struthers gives back to local businessman with big heart
A local business experienced a significant loss in a fire, so other businesses came together to help the owner get back on his feet.
Police say he taped himself in the act, but he thinks his boss invaded his privacy
A 27-year-old Liberty Township man accused of videotaping himself adding bodily fluids to his boss’s bowl of soup also faces theft charges after police say they learned he’d been diverting hundreds of dollars’ worth of business-related payments into his personal checking account.
Apparent murder-suicide in New Castle
Police continue to investigate an apparent murder-suicide that occurred late Friday.
Puskas: A different LeBron returns home
The King has returned. For a city and a region so used to bitter, unhappy endings and always expecting the worst, James’ homecoming promises something different.
Natalie LoSasso | Mitchell Baird
POLAND Holy Family Church was the setting of the May 31 wedding of Natalie LoSasso and Mitchell
Rebecca Sobinovsky | Christopher Hritz
MCDONALD Rebecca Lynn Sobinovsky of McDonald and Christopher Robert Hritz of Pittsburgh were
Kim Lydic | David Dellimuti
CAPTIVA ISLAND, FLA. Kim Lydic and David Dellimuti, both of Canfield, exchanged wedding vows in a
Glenda Brooks | Michael Wehrli
Oahu, Hawaii Glenda Brooks of Weathersfield and Michael Wehrli of Butler, Pa., exchanged vows Nov.
Elizabeth Dugger | Brian Conti
PORTLAND, ORE. Elizabeth C. Dugger and Brian J. Conti, both of Portland, Ore., were united in
"Christmas in July" party is planned
‘Christmas in July’ party is planned LEETONIA The Leetonia Community Public Library, 181 Walnut
2014 record year for vehicle recalls
GM represents 2/3 of recalls, but is far from the only company with vehicles on the NHTSA list.
POLAND RELAY FOR LIFE | Cancer survivor ‘wants to live a normal life’
Andrea Mochtyak enjoys working two jobs and living a typical life in most respects, which makes it difficult to fathom that she had been diagnosed nearly eight years ago with advanced Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
Hubbard library wants hats, yarn, knitters
The babies of Rhythym ‘n’ Rhyme made perfect models for the hat drive.
4 Trumbull attorneys face possible discipline
An attorney who provides criminal defense for indigent defendants in Warren-area courts is among four Trumbull County attorneys referred to the Ohio Supreme Court for possible disciplinary action.
Lowellville Garden Club remains hardy in 84th year
By EMMALEE C. TORISK etorisk@vindy.com LOWELLVILLE Roots of friendship sometimes spring up in
McNally, Sciortino attorneys want grand jury transcripts
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com CLEVELAND Attorneys for Youngstown Mayor John A. McNally
‘Kinky Boots’ tour gets new high-stepping leading man
By MARK KENNEDY AP Drama Writer NEW YORK Kyle Taylor Parker is going from backup dancer to
For Cody Gibson, it’s time to get dusty
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Hoping to get a toehold in the local country-music scene
All welcome at African American Male Wellness Walk/Run Aug. 2
Honorary chairmen: Jay Williams, Douglas Franklin, Glenn Holmes
Scrappers’ late rally not enough to avoid sweep
Mahoning Valley lost its eighth in a row and fell to 8-20.
Anita Lin appointed by White House to Kennedy Center panel
She is director emeritus of Ballet Western Reserve in Youngstown
Timko finishes fourth in Ohio Amateur
Canfield High School graduate and Ohio State senior Boo Timko of Girard was fourth, shooting a 69 to finish at 2-under 282.
Arts supporters update effort to get tax funding for Mahoning Valley arts
It’s been almost five years since the Power of the Arts organization was formed to encourage and fund arts and culture in the Mahoning Valley.
‘The Bull’ is back: Giuriceo returns to ring with TKO of Hartman
Jake Giuriceo hadn’t fought since Dec. 1, 2012.
168th Trumbull county Fair Schedule of events
The 2014 Trumbull County Fair started Tuesday and runs through Sunday at the county fairgrounds on
Mahoning Dems set Friday deadline for candidates to apply for judgeship
The party will meet in early August to select its nominee
ALL IS FORGIVEN
LeBron James is returning to the Cavaliers to make good on a promise to win a title at home. ‘What’s most important for me is bringing one trophy back to Northeast Ohio,’ he said.
HBK moves into new headquarters
HBK moves into new headquarters CANFIELD HBK CPAs and Consultants has moved into a new 35,000
James’ return could complicate GOP
Associated Press WASHINGTON Balloon drops might be competing with basketballs in Cleveland.
Ohio overpaid $88M in food stamps in ’13
Ohio overpaid $88M in food stamps in ’13 COLUMBUS Ohio’s overpayment of food-stamp benefits last
GOP convention in Cleveland gives Valley a chance to shine
Editorial: Each June, visitors to Mill Creek MetroParks come to understand why this unique urban setting has
On the links | Friday’s pro golf results
JOHN DEER CLASSIC SILVIS, Ill. Zach Johnson and William McGirt were at 12-under-par 130 and tied
Ohio ballot initiatives lose steam
Opinion: COLUMBUS Citizen proponents of various constitutional amendments, law changes, policy proposals
A TIMELINE of GREATNESS | A look at key dates in LeBron James’ life
Dec. 30, 1984: LeBron Raymone James is born at Akron City Hospital. July 1999: With friends Sian
Downside of low mortgage rates: less selling
Associated Press WASHINGTON Would-be home sellers across the country are grappling with a once-
LeBron James homecoming: Joy fills streets of Cleveland
Associated Press CLEVELAND The oft-maligned city of Cleveland is on quite a roll. Cheers
METRO DIGEST || Dog run today
Fun and Safety Day NORTH LIMA The sixth annual Kid’s Fun and Safety Day is from 6 to 9 p.m.
Arby’s corporate employees unite to remember
On July 24 there will be about 100 former Arby's corporate employees at the Youngstown corporate offices in town for a reunion.
Local legislators applaud U.S. ruling on steel pipes
The decision will help level the playing field for local steel tube producers.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.80 —.13 Avalon
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ACHIEVING SPIRITUAL AWAKENING
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com BOARDMAN In the study of Shinnyo Buddhism, the
Strong quake hits Japan
Associated Press TOKYO A strong earthquake hit Japan’s northern coast Saturday near the nuclear
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Nakia Johnson and Orestis Jones, Youngstown, boy, July 10.
More than 100 killed as rockets fall on Israel
Associated Press JERUSALEM With the official Palestinian count of the dead passing 100, and
MAHoning county Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury Thursday indicted these people, who are expected to be arraigned later
sunday news shows
sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Attorney
METRO DIGEST || Warren man charged with raping minor
10 counts of rape WARREN Richard A. Benchea, 61, of Belvedere Avenue Southeast, remained in the
India village council accused of ordering rape
Associated Press NEW DELHI A 14-year-old girl was dragged into a forest and raped on the orders
Anthrax scare reveals CDC safety problems
Associated Press NEW YORK Citing an anthrax scare and other safety problems, the Centers for
Church dedication
Church dedication WARREN Restoration Christian Fellowship Church will conduct a building
Lawmakers seek lower price for bill to fix veterans’ health care
Associated Press WASHINGTON Stung by sticker shock, members of Congress are scrambling to lower
vacation bible school
vacation bible school Sessions in the area Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public
St. Brendan to honor Jacquet
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Geri Jacquet will be honored at the 10 a.m. July 20 Mass at St. Brendan
birthdays
birthdays Actor-comedian Bill Cosby is 77. Singer Christine McVie of Fleetwood Mac is 71. Actress
Praise service
Praise service southington Southington United Methodist Church, 4348 Smith Nelson Road, NE, will
Blatt, Cavaliers overjoyed by James’ return to franchise
David Blatt will never forget July 11, 2014.
Terlesky, Neumeister top junior event
Terlesky, Neumeister top junior event Tamer Win Golf & C.C. held its 21st annual junior boys and
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Chad A. Thorne, 41, of 127 Alabaster Ave., Canfield,
Today is Saturday, July 12, the 193rd day of 2014
Today is Saturday, July 12, the 193rd day of 2014. There are 172 days left in the year.
QUOTABLE Valley locals’ reactions to LeBron James’ announcement
“When you talk of northeast Ohio, the people who have grown up here or have been here for a portion
Cancer survivor ‘wants to live a normal life’
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com POLAND Andrea Mochtyak enjoys working two jobs and living a
The making of the Decision II: Excerpts from James’s letter
Associated Press Excerpts from LeBron James’ story — as told to Lee Jenkins of Sports Illustrated
Gilbert’s apology helped cement LeBron’s return
Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert met with LeBron James in Miami on Sunday night.
Injury-plagued Reds rally past Pirates
Brayan Pena’s pinch-hit single in the eighth inning completed another late rally by the Reds.
Friday, July 11 (131 stories)
GM may be grabbing attention, but 11 others have recalled vehicles too
It’s only July, yet vehicle manufacturers have already recalled more vehicles in 2014 than any other year in history.
15 teams walking for cancer research in Poland's Relay for Life
Andrea Mochtyak enjoys working two jobs and living a typical life in most respects, which makes it difficult to fathom that she had been diagnosed nearly eight years ago with advanced Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
Lowellville Garden Club grows flowers, friends
Roots of friendship sometimes spring up in the most unlikely places.
African American Male Wellness run is community event
The second annual African American Male Wellness 5K Walk/Run on Aug. 2 is for everybody in the Mahoning Valley.
You can help with hats for kids and soldiers
On the second floor of the Hubbard Public Library, there is a bust of the distinguished William Shakespeare.
Anyone interested in judgeship must contact Betras by Friday
Those interested in seeking the Mahoning County Democratic Party’s nomination on the Nov. 4 ballot to succeed Judge James C. Evans of common pleas court have until 5 p.m. Friday to tell the party chairman.
Valley arts supporters want state approval for cigarette tax for arts
It’s been almost five years since the Power of the Arts organization was formed to encourage and fund arts and culture in the Mahoning Valley.
McNally, Sciortino ask for grand jury transcripts in corruption cases
Attorneys for Youngstown Mayor John A. McNally and Mahoning County Auditor Michael Sciortino, who are facing political corruption charges, filed a motion asking for transcribed minutes of the grand jury that indicted their clients for review.
Staff Right Services job fair is Tuesday in Austintown
Staff Right Service job fair is Tuesday in Austintown
Democratic judge hopefuls have week to notify party chairman
Democratic judge hopefuls have week to notify party chairman
DA hiring doctor to to study suspect in Pa. school stabbing
DA hiring doctor to study suspect in Pa. school stabbing
Ohio man sentenced for fatal drunken-driving crash
Ohio man sentenced for fatal drunken-driving crash
Israel leader: World pressure won't stop offensive
Israel leader: World pressure won't stop offensive
Ohio Dem gubernatorial candidate sees economic plus in LeBron James' return
Candidate sees plus in LeBron James' return
Pa. woman gets probation in child-cancer fundraiser scam
Pa. woman gets probation in child-cancer fundraiser scam
UPDATE | Traffic flowing again after accident on state Route 11 in Liberty
UPDATE | Traffic flowing again after accident on state Route 11 in Liberty
1 year and 1 day in prison for Ohio doc in child-porn case
1 year and 1 day in prison for Ohio doc in child-porn case
CAVS CELEBRATE | 'I'm coming home,' Lebron tells Sports Illustrated
CAVS CELEBRATE | 'I'm coming home,' Lebron tells Sports Illustrated
Decision due on landscaping for former Paramount site
Decision due on landscaping for former Paramount site
Boardman police charge man with theft by deception
Boardman police charge man with theft by deception
Anita Lin, director emeritus of Ballet Western Reserve in Youngstown, named to Kennedy Center committee
Anita Lin, director emeritus of Ballet Western Reserve in Youngstown, named to Kennedy Center committee
Nearly 10 percent of vehicles on road have been recalled
Nearly 10 percent of vehicles on road have been recalled
Leone-Velichko wedding is set at Mount Carmel
BOARDMAN Mark and Barbara Leone of Boardman are announcing the upcoming wedding of their daughter,
Montgomery, Boyd wedding plans are made
Martina Montgomery and Marcus Lee Boyd, both of Youngstown, are planning to marry July 19 at the
Wise-Kenreigh wedding is set for August 2
BOARDMAN The parents of Nicole Leigh Wise of Boardman are announcing her upcoming marriage to Noah
Ms. McKnight, Mr. Krolopp to exchange vows
CANFIELD Dave and Nannette McKnight of Canfield are announcing the upcoming wedding of their
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Guilford Lake Civic Association will have its annual covered dish picnic at 4 p.m.
Creekside wins Class B title
Jim Kenosh, who just completed his freshman year at Heidelberg University, scattered five hits and struck out eight en route to his fifth victory of the season.
Giuriceo set to end 19-month hiatus
Giuriceo suffered a torn retina during his last fight against Peter Oluoch on Dec. 1, 2012.
SPORTS DIGEST || Hubbard’s Scott makes Spartans his choice
Hubbard’s Scott makes Spartans his choice Hubbard Hubbard Eagles running back LJ Scott has
Casino payouts to Valley up slightly this year
The slight rise in casino tax revenues to counties and cities follows three consecutive quarters of decline.
Allen supplies lone run as slumping Scrappers fall again
The Scrappers (8-19) managed just three hits on the night.
Good buy: GE auction brings back memories
A mixture of strangers and locals climbed the creaky, wooden steps of the three-story 100-year-old GE Ohio Lamp Plant on Dana Street Northeast on Thursday to acquire items during an auction or see the place one more time before it fades away.
‘Dawn of the Planet of the Apes’
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer Digital characters have by now long populated our movies like
Former murder suspect Jamar Houser in trouble again
A man who once faced the death penalty for the murder of an elderly woman in the parking lot of a South Side church has been arrested for the third time since those charges were dropped.
Differing theories for why wheels came off Tour of Valley
With its major sponsorship yanked, the area’s annual bicycle stage race has ended its run of consecutive summers at five.
Man charged with falsifying discharge papers to get Purple Heart license plates
A Kinsman Township man pleaded not guilty Thursday in Warren Municipal Court to a felony falsification charge for purportedly doctoring his military-discharge papers to obtain license plates saying he had received a Purple Heart.
Man shot by officer sues Youngstown from prison
A man who was shot by a city police officer he allegedly tried to run down with his car has sued the city for $6.7 million from prison.
Mahoning Republicans recommend 3 for court position
The replacement could be named before current judge retires Sept. 1
Animals and family make this a ‘pretty fair week’
Jamie Lewis is only 3 1/2 years old, but she’s fully immersed in the lifestyle of the Trumbull County Fair.
Police seek help finding missing Warren woman
Police are asking for the public’s help in finding a South Street woman who has been missing for two months.
Hathorn's comment cut; attorney calls it unlawful, deceptive
This negative comment by Supt. Connie Hathorn at the bottom of his evaluation by the school board was included in the original that goes into his personnel file, but was cut from copies given to media.
Upgrades to sex-offender list will offer greater protections
Editorial: For the past two decades, Ohio has acted to streamline and toughen its online registry of all sex
Boardman Community Briefs
First Night Youngstown seeking artists First Night Youngstown is calling for local and regional
Germany kicks out top US spy
Germany kicks out top US spy BERLIN Germany on Thursday demanded Washington’s top spy in Berlin
Agency ordered to explain lost emails
Associated Press WASHINGTON A federal judge on Thursday ordered the IRS to explain, under oath,
Redford to play Rather in film
Associated Press NEW YORK Robert Redford will play Dan Rather in a film about the former CBS
FTC sues Amazon over app charges
Associated Press NEW YORK The Federal Trade Commission is suing Amazon over charges that the
newsmakers
newsmakers Graham Nash sees young people as saviors of the future NEW YORK Graham Nash feels
Today’s entertainment picks:
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festival SCHEDULE
festival SCHEDULE The Girard Mount Carmel Festival begins tonight and continues through Wednesday
5 men sue over terror program
Associated Press WASHINGTON Five California men who say they came under police scrutiny for
Plans for future Youngstown business park revealed
CEO of Youngstown-based manufacturing company M-7 Technologies Mike Garvey said during the panel architecture and building plans are underway for the park that would be in Youngstown.
Ohio seeks dismissal of suit on denial of rights to executed inmate
By ANDREW WELSH-HUGGINS Associated Press COLUMBUS A lawsuit alleging an executed inmate
Helton: Talladega races have big impact
Talladega, meanwhile, is adapting to the times — and the dwindling, if still impressive, crowds.
High court upholds death sentence in Butler case
Associated Press COLUMBUS A divided Ohio Supreme Court has upheld the death sentence of a man
Movies 8 to reopen
Movies 8 to reopen BOARDMAN Movies 8, commonly referred to as the “cheap seats,” will reopen
Winning Powerball ticket sold at store in Conneaut
Associated Press CONNEAUT, Ohio Someone who bought a Powerball ticket in Northeast Ohio picked
Man who escaped from hospital found
Man who escaped from hospital found YOUNGSTOWN A man police were looking for who escaped from
Sterling trial delayed until after sale deadline
Donald Sterling has vowed never to sell the team and he’s trying to block his wife’s single-handed deal.
World Cup final about more than Messi vs. Germany
The best player in the world goes up against the ultimate team machine, on the world’s biggest stage.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Daniel and Rachel Garcia, Columbiana, boy, July 9. Charles
Compromise possible on immigration crisis
Associated Press WASHINGTON Outlines of a possible compromise that would more quickly deport
Years Ago
Today is Friday, July 11, the 192nd day of 2014. There are 173 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
OSU chief: Athletics one of many successes
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio State hasn’t always gotten enough credit for the “98 percent” of
Prostitute in Google exec case linked to death of boyfriend
Associated Press MILTON, Ga. Two months before police say a high-priced prostitute calmly left
New principal
New principal warren Joshua Stutz has been hired as principal of John F. Kennedy’s Lower Campus
Agriculture industry seeks to turn farming into a right
Associated Press JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. In the nation’s agricultural heartland, farming is more
oddly enough
oddly enough Great fall was too much — Humpty Dumpty to be rebuilt SALEM, Ore. The nursery
Obama offers help in negotiating cease-fire
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama offered the help of the United States on
Sen. Portman could consider presidential bid in2016
Associated Press CINCINNATI U.S. Sen. Rob Portman says he could end up making a 2016
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Correction: Dominic Anthony Leombruno, 29, of 103 N.
Vehicle swap leads to trouble for Gordon, Hairston
Charlotte Hornets rookie P.J. Hairston says he and Cleveland Browns Pro Bowl receiver Josh Gordon decided to swap vehicles following a chance meeting at a grocery store.
Irving inks contract extension with Cavs
Kyrie Irving signed his contract. The Cavaliers now hope LeBron James will accept one from them.
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Craig Beach Village Council, planning and zoning commission meeting, 9 a.m.,
Misunderstandings abound with group health insurance
Opinion: Misunderstandings abound with group health insurance After group health in- surance is abolished
Rookie Perez homers as Tribe rips Yankees
Carlos Carrasco (2-3) pitched a scoreless inning to help the Indians gain a four-game split.
Prep standout has Ohio Amateur lead
Boo Timko of Girard had a 68 for the best round of the day Thursday.
Belinky’s obsession was his undoing
Opinion: I first met Mark Belinky in early 2001, a few months after I became The Vindicator’s politics
Boardman High School takes top honors at Envirothon
A five-member team of students from Boardman High School out scored 19 other teams at the 2014 Ohio
Fundraiser put on for Terlesky in her fight against ALS
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Since she was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral
Austintown Community Briefs
Quilt group to meet That Quilt Group I Belong To will host its next meeting on July 15 at Fair
Farmers National Bank gives back
Farmers National Bank has multiple giving campaigns taking place in the month of July. First,
Staff Sgt. Davis to tell his WWII story
Members of the World War II Heritage Society will hear from William L. Davis on July 21 at A La Cart
Austism Society announces summer camp
The Autism Society of Ohio Mahoning Valley office, in collaboration with the Youngstown YMCA and
Troop 115 honors most recent Eagle Scouts
A Court of Honor was hosted by Boy Scout troop 115 at St. Michael Catholic Church to honor the most
Sracic scores among top nationally on PSAT
While there are many high school students through the area and even the country with outstanding grades, very few earn recognition to put them among the elite.
Robinwood Lane hosts Fun Day
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com With the school year ending soon, Robinwood Lane
Farmers National Bank gives back in July
Farmers National Bank has multiple giving campaigns taking place in the month of July. First,
Free program to offer reading tools
Parents and their children are invited to the Austintown library for Imagine with Us July 17 from
Shepherd of the Valley honors military members
At a recent Scrappers game, attendees remembered those that have served in the military. Staff from
Mr. Puppet brings act to Poland library
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Attendees of Poland library on June 16 got something a
Boardman Sports Briefs
Send us your news If you’re a summer sports coach or the parent of an athlete, we need your help.
Boardman library hosts family story time
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com On June 11, Boardman library hosted a family story time
Canfield Sports Briefs
Send us your news If you’re a summer sports coach or the parent of an athlete, we need your help.
Shepherd of the Valley honors military members
At a recent Scrappers game, attendees remembered those that have served in the military. Staff from
Union Elementary hosts annual Fun Day
Like other local elementary schools, Union Elementary hosted its annual Fun Day on June 10, giving its students a fun way to end the school year.
Andrews bowls for the first time in 40 years
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com For more than 20 years, Mafalda “Muffy” Andrews
Farmers National Bank gives back
Farmers National Bank has multiple giving campaigns taking place in the month of July. First,
Austintown Sports Briefs
Fitch basketball to host golf outing The Austintown Fitch boys’ basketball program will be hosting
YSU students named to Dean’s List
Youngstown State University has announced the students who have been named to the Spring 2014 Dean’s
Farmers National Bank gives back in July
Farmers National Bank has multiple giving campaigns taking place in the month of July. First,
Hilltoppers are appreciated
Hilltop Elementary School students were feeling love and appreciation during the school’s annual PTO-sponsored Student Appreciation Day June 4.
Doug Evans helps plants grow at CHC
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com C.H. Campbell Elementary School has had a special volunteer
Poland Community Briefs
Quilt group to meet That Quilt Group I Belong To will host its next meeting on July 15 at Fair
Boardman library hosts family story time
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com On June 11, Boardman library hosted a family story time
Shepherd of the Valley honors military members
At a recent Scrappers game, attendees remembered those that have served in the military. Staff from
Canfield Sports Briefs
Send us your news If you’re a summer sports coach or the parent of an athlete, we need your help.
Poland Sports Briefs
Boys tennis players make districts The Poland boys tennis team, coached by Anne Marion, had a
Austintown library hosts Gotta Move story time
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Most story times that area libraries host consist of a
Canfield Swim and Tennis Club defeats Applewood
The Canfield Swim and Tennis Club defeated the Applewood Swim Club on June 25 with a score of
Canfield swim club defeats Warren
The Canfield Swim and Tennis Club defeated Youngstown Swim League perennial power Warren Olympic
Canfield Community Briefs
Monday Night Writers meeting scheduled Area writers, both published and unpublished, are invited
Boardman library hosts family story time
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com On June 11, Boardman library hosted a family story time
Boy Scout Troop 115 honors most recent Eagle Scouts
A Court of Honor was hosted by Boy Scout troop 115 at St. Michael Catholic Church to honor the most
Austintown library hosts Lego my Library event
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Local libraries offer many activities to spark and enhance children’s creativity. One such event was Lego my Library at Austintown library on June 4.
Thursday, July 10 (134 stories)
Landscaping, exterior home maintenance program Saturday
A landscaping and exterior home maintenance program will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday, at 453 Vine Ave..
Historic tombstones destroyed by Hummer in Liberty crash
Two missing sections of cemetery fence along Church Hill-Hubbard Road, deeply gouged tire tracks in the cemetery and flattened, broken gravestones tell the tale.
Williams could face death in murder of girl found in landfill
An 18-year-old man could face the death penalty if convicted of the murder of a 16-year-old girl who was found in a Mercer County, Pa., waste facility.
Mahoning Republicans recommend 3 Dems — 2 men, 1 woman — to replace Judge Evans
The Mahoning County Republican Party is recommending Gov. John Kasich, a fellow Republican, choose among three registered Democrats to replace retiring Judge James C. Evans on the common pleas court bench.
Bugno Towing searched after complaint of child sexual abuse
Police, with help from the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation and the FBI, served search warrants at the East Indianola Avenue and North Garland Avenue offices of Bugno Towing.
Prisoner convicted of trying to run over a cop suing city for $6.7M
A prisoner with a long criminal record, who was shot in the abdomen by a city police officer he allegedly tried to run down with his car in December 2012, has sued the city for $6.7 million, saying he was “attacked without provocation” by the officer.
Casino tax revenue up for tri-county area, but just barely
Quarterly casino-tax revenues for Ohio’s counties and eight major cities, including Youngstown, have risen slightly after three consecutive quarters of decline.
For this family, Trumbull Fair is vacation
Jamie Lewis is only 31⁄2 years old, but she’s fully immersed in the lifestyle of the Trumbull County Fair.
Jamar Houser, once charged in murder at church, arrested on gun charge
A man who once faced the death penalty for the murder of an elderly woman in the parking lot of a South Side church has been arrested for the third time since those charges were dropped.
Former OSU football player sues over road rage arrest
Former OSU football player sues over road rage arrest
Struthers woman sentenced in vehicular-homicide case
Struthers woman sentenced in vehicular-homicide case
Germany kicks out top US spy over espionage claims
Germany kicks out top US spy over espionage claims
Grand jury indicts Williams for Gina Burger murder
Grand jury indicts Williams for Gina Burger murder
Plans for future Youngstown business park revealed
Plans for future Youngstown business park revealed
Campbell police investigating gun-threat complaint
Campbell police investigating gun-threat complaint
Man charged with falsifying discharge papers to get Purple Heart license plates
Man charged with falsifying discharge papers to get Purple Heart license plates
Jamar Houser faces third arrest after dismissal of death penalty case
Jamar Houser faces third arrest after dismissal of death penalty case
$2K in eyeglass frames stolen from Boardman business
$2K in eyeglass frames stolen from Boardman business
St. Patrick Church hosts info session Sunday on Oak Hill Collaborative
Oak Hill Collaborative has info session Sunday at St. Patrick Church
Joshua Stutz named principal of John F. Kennedy’s Lower Campus
Joshua Stutz named principal of John F. Kennedy’s Lower Campus
4 children among 6 killed in Houston-area shooting
4 children among 6 killed in Houston-area shooting
Senator Sherrod Brown on the Louie Free Show
July 10, 2014 | Senator Sherrod Brown on the Louie Free Show
Fins to the Left returns after two-year hiatus
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com WARREN In the supply and demand world of rock music,
Ellsbury’s homer in 14th beats Tribe
Jacony Ellsbury hit his sixth home run of the season on an 0-2 pitch from Vinnie Pestano (0-1).
Utica Shale activity continuing to move south
Northern section of Utica just doesn't have production results to justify expense.
It's festival weekend at YSU
The Summer Festival of the Arts, the mid-summer celebration of creativity at Youngstown State University, returns this weekend.
Blue Man, 'Flashdance' coming to Packard hall
Blue Man Group and “Flashdance: The Musical” are among five new musical theater shows and concerts booked at Packard Music Hall.
Don't fear venturing into 'Forbidden Youngstown'
“Forbidden Youngstown” was one of Rust Belt Theater Company’s most popular shows when it premiered last season, so it’s being brought back with some fresh material.
City school board gives superintendent 3 out of 5 for performance
Board members say they’re happy with the direction of the district, but they want the improvement to happen faster
EGCC growing again
Administrative offices are moving out of the Valley Center to make room for more classrooms
Lynn, Wong lead Cards past Bucs
The Cardinals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates for the third straight time, 5-2 on Wednesday night.
Cavs make trade to clear cap space
The maneuvering is designed to open room under the salary cap so they can re-sign the Akron-born James.
Take a tour of St. John’s Episcopal Church
Tours will be Saturday as the church participates in the Summer Festival of the Arts
Ethan Carter III, TNA to make an impact at Eastwood Field
To wrestling fans, Ethan Carter III is the arrogant “1 percenter.” But when it comes to his craft, the TNA Wrestling star gives 100 percent.
Hillary’s duty was to her client
Opinion: WASHINGTON It should not be necessary to write this column. Lawyers represent clients. Criminal
Ohio Glaciers top Creekside Fitness to force deciding Class B title game
Christian Porterfield hit a game-winning double to right field in the bottom of the 10th.
Canfield slides into 10U final as tourney heats up
Canfield advanced to the tournament final with a 2-0 victory.
And now for a story that's totally random
Austintown native Justin Raimey has released his first graphic novel, “Fiji Random,” and it’s rather ... random.
Trumbull commissioners approve more sewer work in Scott Street area of Newton Township
Construction could begin this year to connect 113 customers with sewer lines in the Scott Street area of Newton Township
Ways to a better veggie garden
Well-informed gardeners can be happy with their accomplishments in the vegetable garden with a few simple guidelines.
POLAND
POLAND Relay for Life All events will be held at Poland Seminary High School, at 3199 Dobbins
Correction
Editorial: The editorial Wednesday on the city of Niles’ financial problems should have said that Auditor
Improper payments issued by federal government top $100B
Associated Press WASHINGTON Tax credits for families that don’t qualify. Medicare payments for
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.95 —.06 Avalon
NYC police see risks with private drones
Associated Press NEW YORK One private drone crash-landed in midtown Manhattan. Another caused
newsmakers
newsmakers ‘Under the Dome’ off to slow start NEW YORK A substantial number of the people
Fireworks Fest ready to explode
The Fireworks Festival featuring Arts on the Riverwalk will be Friday and Saturday on East Washington Street, downtown New Castle, Pa.
Food, culture, music at Slovenefest
The 33rd annual Slovenefest will be Friday through Sunday at the SNPJ Recreation Center.
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Battle between Israel, Hamas could grow into regional war
Editorial: Although Israel and Hamas, the Islamic militant organization that governs the Gaza Strip, are bitter
global assessment
global assessment Teens do poorly in test of financial knowledge Associated Press WASHINGTON
New Iraq offensive backfires
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Republican opportunists hoping to score political points are
American Legion Post 131, 540 N. Main St., Leetonia; 330-427-6259
American Legion Post 131, 540 N. Main St., Leetonia; 330-427-6259 Fri: Muleface Brothers, 7 p.m.
Ex-New Orleans mayor sentenced to 10 years in prison
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS When Ray Nagin was elected mayor in 2002, there was real hope that
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (PG-13) A growing nation of genetically evolved
Keep teen drivers safe
Opinion: South Bend (Ind.) Tribune: A recent study shows Indiana is the worst state in the country when it
Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport sets apparent record for June
The Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport continues to set records for passengers, with June numbers apparently setting an all-time high.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Pinocchio,SDRq directed by Peggy Hanna, New Castle Playhouse, 202 E. Long
F.N.B. Corp. chooses Pittsburgh for HQ
F.N.B. Corp. chooses Pittsburgh for HQ PITTSBURGH F.N.B. Corp., parent company of First National
“Welcome to Sweden” (9:01 P.M., NBC): Does funny run in the family? That’s our
“Welcome to Sweden” (9:01 P.M., NBC): Does funny run in the family? That’s our hope with “Welcome to
SFA PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
SFA PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE SATURDAY Kilcawley Center’s Chestnut Room Noon: Youngstown Jazz
Israel steps up Gaza offensive as diplomatic efforts get underway
Associated Press JERUSALEM With rockets raining deep inside Israel, the military pummeled
Waters will bring tasty jazz
Staff report Youngstown Most downtown restaurants will be open before Saturday’s jazz concert on
Today
Today Children Jim Kleefeld’s Fizz, Boom, Read Magic Show, 2 p.m., Canfield Public Library, 43
Penalty kicks send Argentina to World Cup final
The World Cup’s second semifinal was supposed to put the silky skills of Lionel Messi and Arjen Robben in the spotlight. Instead, a goalkeeper and two rock-solid defenses stole the show.
Officials won’t release Bakken oil-shipment details
By Rick Rouan Columbus Dispatch State officials won’t release records detailing when railroads
High school senior-to-be leads Ohio Amateur
High school senior-to-be leads Ohio Amateur CINCINNATI Much like he did against an elite field
Obama responds to border critics
Associated Press DALLAS President Barack Obama, seeking to keep a humanitarian crisis at the
Animals under the house? In the garden?
Animals under the house? In the garden? Most of us like wildlife in their native habitat, but
4 arrested in appliances theft in Campbell
Police spotted them Tuesday night putting a refrigerator and stove in a truck.
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Coitsville Township trustees, 9 a.m., township hall, 3711 McCartney Road. Salem
Surplus food Friday
Surplus food Friday Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, produce,
Brothers are awarded $235K in patrol-crash lawsuit
Associated Press COLUMBUS The State Highway Patrol has reached a $235,000 settlement in a
3 homes for sale on historic block
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA The quaint Philadelphia street known as Elfreth’s Alley is one of
birthdays
birthdays Singer Mavis Staples is 75. Actor Mills Watson (“B.J. and the Bear,” “Lobo”) is 74.
Utah to take ruling on gay marriage to Supreme Court
Utah to take ruling on gay marriage to Supreme Court SALT LAKE CITY Utah is going directly to
Pittsburgh uses goats to clear vines in park
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A herd of goats has been hired to clear weeds and invasive vines
oddly enough
oddly enough Pilot buys pizzas for passengers grounded by storm in Wyo. CHEYENNE, Wyo. A
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Girard and Liberty: HUBBARD
Grape black rot must be stopped before it starts
Q. The leaves on my grapes and my grape clusters have dots on them. Is this going to harm my crop
Is that a tick?
Is that a tick? Ticks are crawling all over this time of year. If they are stuck to you, follow
SUMMER GARDENS IN OHIO
SUMMER GARDENS IN OHIO When: Friday, 7:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. What: Nothing’s better than spending a
Mount Carmel Society continues festival for 119th year
This year’s festival will take place from July 16 to July 19.
Two-vehicle crash in Green injures two
Staff report GREEN The Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Canfield Post is investigating a two-vehicle
2 adults, 4 kids die in shooting at house in Houston suburb
Associated Press SPRING, Texas A suspect in the slayings of six people, including four children,
More NBA news & Notes
Los Angeles Clippers: A raging Donald Sterling denounced his wife, her lawyers and the NBA from the
The Indecision: Cleveland, NBA awaits LeBron’s choice
Pat Riley made his pitch. And now, LeBron James wants time to think.
Recommendations for a Mahoning common pleas court seat could be ready as soon as today
Democrats and Republicans have until Sept. 10 to select their candidates for Nov. 4 election
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael R. Gierut, 27, of Dublin, Ohio, and Dana M.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Correction: Daniel and Amy Lowry, Columbiana, girl, July 6.
Sentenced to 2 years for child endangering
Sentenced to 2 years for child endangering WARREN Chad M. Lamarr, 24, of Apricot Drive, was
Grand jury set to hear case today
Grand jury set to hear case today AUSTINTOWN A Mahoning County grand jury today will hear the
Meeting to address formation of Trumbull environmental court
The Trumbull County Board of Health is hoping to join forces with the health departments in Warren, Niles and Girard to create an environmental court
Cleveland camera case put on hold
Associated Press CINCINNATI The state’s highest court put a Cleveland traffic cameras case on
Wednesday, July 9 (102 stories)
Reports: LeBron, Riley meet; no decision yet
The meeting took place more than two weeks after James opted out of his contract.
Former New Orleans mayor gets 10-year prison sentence
Former New Orleans mayor gets 10-year prison sentence
Ohio State prez: Athletics is just one of many successes
OSU prez says athletics is just one of many successes
City school board gives Hathorn a 'satisfactory' rating
City school board gives Hathorn a 'satisfactory' rating
Board meeting set Thursday for Cardinal Joint Fire District
Board meeting set Thursday for Cardinal Joint Fire District
Pa. sub teacher charged with having sex with 2 students
Pa. sub teacher charged with having sex with 2 students
Ohio casino dealer charged for giving tips to customers
Ohio casino dealer charged for giving tips to customers
Ellsworth Twp. Zoning Commission meeting is Thursday
Ellsworth Twp. Zoning Commission meeting is Thursday
Suspect arrested in shooting of Toledo car dealer
Suspected arrested in shooting of Toledo car dealer
UPDATE | Belinky sentenced to house arrest, community service
Belinky sentenced to house arrest, community service
Cleanup and power restoration moving forward in tornado area
Cleanup and power restoration moving forward in tornado area
Miss Faierson, Dr. Harkey set Aug. 30 nuptials
Jennifer Brooke Faierson and Dr. Paul Peter Harkey are engaged, her parents are announcing.
Akron Children's named 'Most Wired' hospital for 2014
Akron Children's named 'Most Wired' hospital for 2014
F.N.B. chooses Pittsburgh as corporate headquarters
F.N.B. chooses Pittsburgh as corporate headquarters
Farrell, Pa., man pleads guilty to federal gun charge
Farrell, Pa., man pleads guilty to federal gun charge
Struthers Chair and Tent Rental fundraiser is Saturday
Struthers Chair and Tent Rental fundraiser is Saturday
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Calvary United Methodist Church, 12062 South Ave. Ext., North Lima, will have its monthly
Harry Meshel to recall a lifetime of memories
A retired Ohio senator from the Valley will share his memories.
Local pols: 2016 RNC in Cleveland will benefit all of NE Ohio
The Republican National Committee’s decision to have its 2016 convention in Cleveland will not only showcase that city, but all of Northeast Ohio and the entire state to the rest of the country, local politicians say.
Ejection, pitching spark Creekside victory
Creekside collected 14 hits and got a solid performance on the mound from Gino DiVincenzo for a 10-2 victory.
Holy Ground March: Participation by all needed to reclaim Youngstown
About 50 people participated in the walk. An outreach rally followed.
Reports: LeBron to meet with Riley today
In another summer of NBA Free Agent Frenziness, if LeBron James knows where he will be playing next season, he still isn’t saying.
Crosscutters dominate Scrappers
The loss was the Scrappers’ fifth straight, and 10th in their last 13 games. They are now 3-11 at home.
Ribbon-cutting marks new beginning for Northside Medical Center
Another 28,000 square feet of the hospital was updated.
Mahoning elections board redistricting map keeps all Youngstown council members
The mayor is ‘generally comfortable with this proposal’
Boardman wins LL Intermediate title
The first local Little League team has punched its ticket to a state tournament this summer.
Trumbull Dems face deadline to replace Commissioner Paul Heltzel
Those who worked closest with Paul Heltzel at the Trumbull County commissioners office are still reeling from his sudden death June 30, but there’s a deadline to meet in mid-August to replace him.
Fitch's Mahone no longer enrolled at Notre Dame
Attorney James Gentile said he hopes to get the felony charges against Mahone reduced to misdemeanors before a July 23 preliminary hearing.
Phillip K. Jones jazz quartet in concert
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Phillip K. Jones Quartet will return to the Tyler History Center,
Starship, Slaughter, Iris at Quaker Steak
Jefferson Starship, Donnie Iris and Slaughter will be the headliners at Quaker Steak & Lube’s second annual Lube-A-Palooza Music Festival.
Convicted probate judge Belinky to be sentenced today
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office is recommending probation
YSU players contend in Ohio Amateur
Brandon Pluchinsky (72) and Dominic Carano (72) were three shots back. Trevor Jones (74) is five back.
Brantley, Swisher help Tribe beat Yankees
Michael Brantley homered and had three RBIs, Nick Swisher hit a go-ahead two-run shot.
Berendt sentenced to prison in child-sexual-abuse case
A mistrial on a charge of raping a 6-year-old girl was declared in 2008.
Youngstown Postal center to operate at least through Jan. 2015
Tuesday was not the last day of sorting at the Youngstown mail and processing distribution center, despite rumors to the contrary.
Rusu sworn in as probate judge
Judge Robert Rusu, an independent candidate, faces Democrat Susan Maruca in the Nov. 4 election.
Trumbull Fair SCHEDULE
The 2014 Trumbull County Fair officially runs Tuesday through Sunday at the county fairgrounds on
Severe weather blows through Valley, tornado confirmed
A house had an entire side blown off, and damage to the roof caused ceilings to cave into the home on the 9300 block of Akron-Canfield Road in Ellsworth Township Tuesday afternoon. The storm went through the townships of Ellsworth and Canfield as well as the city of Canfield.
N. Korea again fires projectiles into sea
N. Korea again fires projectiles into sea SEOUL, South Korea North Korea launched two
One of Napa's finest portfolios
One of Napa’s finest portfolios Clos Du Val winery has been making fantastic wines on the
newsmakers
newsmakers Stevie Nicks joining ‘The Voice’ as adviser LOS ANGELES Stevie Nicks is joining
Blacks in America have been hurt by all the pampering
Opinion: Back in the heyday of the British Empire, a man from one of the colonies addressed a London
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 25.00 .03 Avalon
ASK MR. KNOW IT ALL
Q. From time to time in a Western TV show or movie, the bad guys hide out in Robbers Roost. Is this
Can fiscally-challenged Niles ward off takover by the state?
Editorial: In 1980, Niles claimed the dubious distinction of becoming the first city in Ohio to fall under
"Dawn of the Planet of the Apes," the second film in the rebooted franchise, opens in
“Dawn of the Planet of the Apes,” the second film in the rebooted franchise, opens in theaters
Going after drug-using moms
Opinion: The Post-Intelligencer, Paris, Tenn.: Facing what has been called an epidemic of drug- dependent
Make summer sizzle with kabobs
Family Features Kabobs are a simple way to enjoy many of your favorite fresh flavors in a single
Miami duo on sex charges
Miami immediately dismissed both from the Hurricanes team and suspended them as students.
Republican party panel taps Cleveland for '16 convention
Associated Press WASHINGTON Cleveland won the unanimous backing of a Republican National
oddly enough
oddly enough Farmer loses cellphone, gets it back 8 months later TULSA, Okla. Oklahoma farmer
Dutch captain battling stomach ailment
Dutch captain and all-time top scorer Robin van Persie is in doubt for the World Cup semifinal against Argentina after succumbing to a stomach problem.
Israel launches assault on Gaza Strip targets
Associated Press JERUSALEM Israel on Tuesday launched its largest offensive in the Gaza Strip in
Chevy Cruze tops list for new car sales
The Lordstown-built Chevrolet Cruze was the top selling new car for area dealerships in June, with 240 sold, according to the Automobile Dealers Association of Eastern Ohio Inc report released Tuesday.
Valley burger makers ready for battle
Valley burger makers ready for battle Ten of the best Valley burger restaurants the guyz have
birthdays
birthdays Actor Brian Dennehy is 76. Actor Richard Roundtree is 72. Actor Chris Cooper is 63. TV
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Four Square Block Watch, 6 p.m., Greater Friendship Baptist Church, 6464 Lakewood
Legalize fireworks to save Ohioans from being liars
Opinion: Legalize fireworks to save Ohioans from being liars I am the father of four boys, the youngest
Warrant issued
Warrant issued WARREN A warrant has been issued for the arrest of Geovanny Davila, 29, of Fifth
Argentina coach: Messi is the best
Normally a reserved man who avoids hype, Argentina coach Alejandro Sabella isn’t shy about declaring Lionel Messi to be the best player in the world.
USHL releases 2014-15 regular season dates
USHL releases 2014-15 regular season dates The United States Hockey League released the regular
BUSINESS DIGEST || Cold Stone Creamery in Boardman to close
Cold Stone Creamery in Boardman to close boardman The Cold Stone Creamery in Boardman will close
Papi set to make his pro debut with Scrappers
Papi was the 38th player selected overall in the June draft.
Wong walk-off beats Pirates
Rookie Kolten Wong gave the St. Louis Cardinals their second straight game-winning ninth-inning home run.
Watchdog: Retaliation claims jump at VA
Associated Press WASHINGTON A federal investigative agency is examining 67 claims of retaliation
METRO DIGEST || Fake watch probe
Fake-watch probe BOARDMAN Township police are investigating a report that a man sold a fake
Germany overwhelms porous Brazilian defense
Germany poured in the goals Tuesday to hand Brazil its heaviest World Cup loss ever with an astounding 7-1 rout in the semifinals that stunned the host nation.
In-home care company opens in Boardman
The recent opening of an in-home care company in Boardman will mean the employment of 45-55 employees by the end of the year.
Tsarnaev seemed normal after bombing, ex-roommate says
Associated Press BOSTON Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev did not seem nervous
An American Burger in Europe
Four years ago, I had given up on finding an excellent European burger.
Tuesday, July 8 (109 stories)
YPD hones skills through training role-plays at Sheridan school
Police often have to make split-second decisions that can reverberate for years, so training to make those decisions faster is key.
Mayor 'comfortable' with elections board's redistricting map; council, not so much
The Mahoning County Board of Elections is proposing a redistricting map of Youngstown that counts all of the city’s population, except those at a private prison on the East Side, and balances the number of people in each of the seven wards.
Community groups, leaders march for unity today on troubled South Side
Participants in a Holy Ground March don’t anticipate an overnight miracle of fewer crimes and more revitalization but they believe a demonstration of unity and prayer will set the stage.
As colleagues cope with Heltzel's death, replacement deadline set
Those who worked closest with Paul Heltzel at the Trumbull County Commissioners office are still reeling from his sudden death June 30, but there’s a deadline to meet in mid-August to replace him.
Belinky replacement vows new direction
Judge Robert N. Rusu Jr. vowed to take Mahoning County’s probate court in a new direction after he was sworn in today as probate judge.
Northside expansion, upgrade provides more privacy, quiet to patients, officials say
Today marks a new beginning for Northside Medical Center, said Kent Brown, Northside chief operating officer at ValleyCare Health System of Ohio.
GOP convention will benefit all of NE Ohio, local politicos say
The Republican National Committee’s decision to have its 2016 convention in Cleveland will not only showcase that city, but all of northeast Ohio and the entire state to the rest of the country, local politicians say.
Belinky hearing Wednesday, Rusu assumes bench
Mark Belinky, the former Mahoning County Probate Court judge who pleaded guilty to tampering with records, could be sentenced to prison for up to 18 months at a court hearing today.
UPDATE: 623 still without power after today's tornado, storm
First Energy reported that 623 customers in Mahoning County remained without power as of about 9:15 pm. after this afternoon’s storms.
LeBron holds meetings in Las Vegas
Some of James’ representatives have met with several teams, including the Cleveland Cavaliers.
UPDATE | More than 2,000 Valley homes without power from storm
This house on South Raccoon Road was damaged by the storm. More than 2,000 Valley homes were without power late this afternoon.
Accident near I-680 exit ramp at Western Reserve Road
Accident near I-680 exit ramp at Western Reserve Road
Local man gets 3-year prison term for abusing girl
Local man gets 3-year prison term for abusing girl
UPDATE| Weather service en route to assess Ellsworth storm damage
Weather service en route to assess Ellsworth storm damage
July 15 deadline set for NAACP youth council bus trip to Detroit
July 15 deadline set for NAACP youth council bus trip to Detroit
Officials laud $20M upgrades at Northside Medical Center
Officials laud $20M upgrades at Northside Medical Center
Rusu sworn in as Mahoning County Probate Court judge
Rusu sworn in as Mahoning County Probate Court judge
BREAKING NEWS | Cleveland selected to host 2016 GOP convention
BREAKING NEWS | Cleveland selected to host 2016 GOP convention
Ford recalling more than 100K vehicles for safety issues
Ford recalling more than 100K vehicles for safety issues
Youngstown man faces charges after arrest in Campbell
Youngstown man faces charges after arrest in Campbell
Judge orders Ohio township to pay in open-meetings case
Judge orders Ohio township to pay in open-meetings case
Donald Sterling ordered to testify at Clippers sale trial
Donald Sterling ordered to testify at Clippers sale trial
4 in 10 US homes are cellphone only, skip landline
4 in 10 US homes are cellphone only, skip landline
Actor Don Cheadle begins Miles Davis movie in Ohio
Actor Don Cheadle begins Miles Davis movie in Ohio
Warrant issued for Warren man charged with assault
Warrant issued for Warren man charged with assault
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1965 will meet for dinner at 5:30 p.m. July 15 at Johnny’s
Autism Society will launch parent network
Austism Society will launch parent network NILES Austism Society of Ohio-Mahoning Valley in
Jeter has fond memories of playing in Cleveland
The Yankees shortstop began his first full season at Jacobs Field.
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown calls for six-year transportation bill
Congress is considering only a six-month bill
NCAA suggests contact limits for practices
The organization is suggesting football teams hold no more than two contact practices per week.
No love for country RAP
By KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. When Jason Brown came to Nashville to
Heltzel ‘gave his life to you as best he could,’ priest says at funeral
Trumbull County Commissioner Paul Heltzel “gave away his life to you as best as he could,” Father Lorn Snow said at Paul Heltzel’s funeral mass
Goff receives 3 years probation, 300 hours community service for brine dumping
Goff receives 3 years probation, 300 hours community service for brine dumping
MAHONING COUNty Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury last week handed up indictments against these people on these charges.
oddly enough
oddly enough Report: Buddhist monks set off illegal fireworks ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. They’ll
WorkLife qualification
WorkLife qualification YOUNGSTOWN WorkLife by Meridian, a provider of workforce wellness,
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, July 8, the 189th day of 2014. There are 176 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Fired YSU union chief to be reinstated
Details of Ivan Maldonado's return to employment must be worked out
Walking With Dinosaurs comes to Cleveland’s Quicken Loans Arena Wednesday-Sunday
Walking With Dinosaurs comes to Cleveland’s Quicken Loans Arena Wednesday-Sunday (theqarena.com),
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Blane L. Seidner, 53, of 6857 E. South Range,
Katie Rickman | The vindicator
Katie Rickman | The vindicator At the Insite Group Inc. office at 611 S. Irvine Ave., Sharon,
Flying to US? Power up your electronic device
Passengers at some overseas airports that offer U.S.-bound flights will soon be required to power on their electronic devices in order to board their flights — a measure intended to enhance aviation security at a time when intelligence officials are concerned about hidden explosives, a counterterrorism official said.
Problems continue to mount for charter schools in Ohio
Editorial: The headline in Sunday’s Akron Beacon Journal, “Ohio taxpayers provide jobs to Turkish immigrants
Surplus food/free meal
Surplus food/free meal Rising Star Baptist Church, 2943 Wardle Ave., Youngstown, frozen chicken
Finding the right ratio
By LAURAN NEERGAARD AP Medical Writer WASHINGTON How strong is that pina colada? Depending on
Katie Rickman | The vindicator
Katie Rickman | The vindicator Dr. Martha Bruce, a member of Shenango Valley Gardeners, stands in
Scratch the lottery plan
Opinion: The Kansas City Star: A question on Missouri’s Aug. 5 ballot would extend the state lottery to
Casino revenue falls in June
Revenues for the casinos are down for the year, according to figures from the Ohio Casino Control Commission, which were released Monday.
Federalist papers are America’s DNA
Opinion: There are many ways to lose freedom — conquering armies, surrendering without a fight.
general motors recalls How switch design went wrong
By TOM KRISHER AP Auto Writer DETROIT General Motors’ deadly ignition-switch flaws emerged
Speaking on China
Speaking on China YOUNGtown Dr. Craig Seidelson from Timken Corp. speaks Wednesday at Youngstown
Youngstown social media campaign comes with risk
A new hashtag created to promote the community of Youngstown comes with some risks — as others have learned in the past.
newsmakers
newsmakers Essence Festival hits record attendance NEW ORLEANS The Essence Festival marked its
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.98 —.32 Avalon
Remedies to get rid of bikini bumps
Q. Do you have any remedies for red bumps after a bikini wax? A. Dermatologists have a name for
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Warren City Council, caucus at 6:30 p.m., meeting at 7, first floor, municipal
Ribbon-cutting
Ribbon-cutting YOUNGSTOWN The ribbon-cutting ceremony for ValleyCare Health System of Ohio’s $20
Vets’ coalition plans first endorsement in Ohio governor’s race
Associated Press COLUMBUS A coalition of Ohio veterans and fraternal organizations that has
birthdays
birthdays Singer Steve Lawrence is 79. Actor Jeffrey Tambor is 70. Actress Kim Darby is 67.
Cops: Couple takes child to buy, use heroin
Firefighters called police after seeing strange behavior
Prosecutor: Bombing suspect said martyrs go to heaven
Associated Press BOSTON Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev told a friend a month
Tornado confirmed in Michigan
Associated Press KENTWOOD, Mich. A severe thunderstorm packing winds estimated at more than 80
Pope: Bishops must be held accountable for abuse cases
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Pope Francis begged forgiveness Monday in his first meeting with
Groups oppose Mass for priest
Associated Press TOLEDO Two organizations that help victims of clergy abuse are upset that a
Delinquent accounts
Delinquent accounts CAMPBELL City officials are cracking down on delinquent water accounts.
gaza strip Israeli army launches offensive
Associated Press JERUSALEM The Israeli army said it launched an offensive operation early today
Warren councilman says about 10 people are interested in being on bike patrol
About 10 people have contacted Warren Councilman John Brown, expressing an interest in forming a new Warren Bike Patrol to monitor the Warren Greenway Bike Trail through the city.
Forensic pathologists seeks answers to 'treat the public'
Forensic pathologists seeks answers to 'treat the public'
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
“That person on the table, they don’t care about the whys and hows … I treat the
“That person on the table, they don’t care about the whys and hows … I treat the public. I treat the
Boardman’s Keller wins junior golf event
Boardman’s Keller wins junior golf event STOW Ken Keller of Boardman shot a 1-under 70 on
Journey Cafe event Thursday at North Side church
The Journey Cafe Self-Discovery Series provides a casual and safe space to explore the self in relation to place, family and purpose.
Bahrain orders US diplomat to leave
Bahrain orders US diplomat to leave MANAMA, Bahrain Bahrain ordered a top U.S. diplomat to
Stocks falter, pulling Dow back near 17,000
Associated Press NEW YORK After pushing stocks to records last week, investors turned cautious
Connelly: An open letter to Dan Gilbert
The Cavaliers owner acted shamefully after "The Decision"; He has a chance to atone for his behavior.
Monday, July 7 (78 stories)
2 jailed on charges they forced Pa. boys to smoke pot
2 jailed on charges they forced Pa. boys to smoke pot
Campbell sets Aug. 25 deadline for water shutoffs for delinquents
Campbell sets Aug. 25 deadline for water shutoffs for delinquents
YSU trustee board executive committee meeting is Tuesday
YSU trustee board executive committee meeting is Tuesday
OSHP troopers arrest 749 for OVI over holiday weekend
OSHP troopers arrest 749 for OVI over holiday weekend
Washington state issues 24 marijuana shop licenses
Washington state issues 24 marijuana shop licenses
Journey Cafe event is Thursday at North Side church
Journey Cafe event is Thursday at North Side church
Man to appeal conviction in Cleveland fire that killed 9
Man to appeal conviction in Cleveland fire that killed 9
Youngstown streets closed for St. Nicholas Greek Summerfest
Youngstown streets closed for St. Nicholas Greek Summerfest
Campbell arrests six people for possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia
Campbell arrests six people for possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia
ValleyCare to cut ribbon on $20 million Northside modernization
ValleyCare to cut ribbon on $20 million Northside modernization
Boardman traffic stop leads to drug and weapon arrest
Boardman traffic stop leads to drug and weapon arrest
Goff receives 3 years probation, 300 hours community service for brine dumping
Goff receives 3 years probation, 300 hours community service for brine dumping
Austintown homeowner calls cops on two burglars
AUSTINTOWN Two men attempted to break into a resident’s home early Sunday. According to a police report, they were trying to break into a home on Kerrybrook Drive in the township about 1 a.m. Sunday. The resident of the house was home at the time and called the police. There have been no arrests.
WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS Salem Kiwanis Club will host its 50th Antique & Craft Show in Centennial Park, East
Historical society will host festival
Lawrence County Historical Society will host a fireworks festival July 12.
Kiwanis club installs newest member
Kiwanis club installs newest member AUSTINTOWN Austintown Kiwanis Club recently inducted its
4-month-old baby critically injured by fireworks in Youngstown
The baby is being treated at Akron Children's Hospital in Akron
City schools report expected soon
The report will include positive and negative findings to be included in the next academic recovery plan update
Three Pirates, one Indian make All-Star Game
Pittsburgh outfielder Andrew McCutchen will start for the National League.
Canfield’s Smida wins Super Gas title
He won a pair of races Sunday at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals.
Cash, Lewis, Perkins and Presley are the ... 'Million Dollar Quartet'
The magic of the garage band isn’t lost on Broadway director Eric Schaeffer.
Campbell City Schools invests in almost $225k in technology upgrades
The technology upgrades will be paid for with permanent improvement funds, which came from the sale of mineral rights, and not with general fund dollars.
Sucker for a sunset
There’s something downright magical about seeing the sun slowly slip from a colorful sky.
Timken engineer to give lecture
Timken engineer to give lecture YOUNGSTOWN Craig Seidelson, chief engineer for Timken Corp. in
Comic book fans converge on Warren
Comic-book artist George Graybill of Brookfield signs an original piece of artwork for Riley Russo 7, of Brookfi eld during the 2014 All AmeriCon comic book convention at Packard Music Hall in Warren.
Backlash stirs in US against visas for foreign workers
Kelly Parker was thrilled when she landed her dream job in 2012 providing tech support for Harley-Davidson’s Tomahawk, Wis., plants. The divorced mother of three hoped it was the beginning of a new career.
Life experience certainly contributes to sound judgment
Opinion: WASHINGTON How did the Supreme Court manage to agree unanimously that police must obtain a
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Diamond dog coughs up missing wedding ring STEVENS POINT, Wis. A Wisconsin woman
Cabrera rallies at Greenbrier
His only other PGA Tour victories came in the 2007 U.S. Open and the 2009 Masters.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Transformers’ tops ‘Tammy’ at box office NEW YORK The Fourth of July went off like
Unanimity rules the year on Supreme Court, but dissent remains cornerstone of justice
Editorial: Many legal scholars have been quick to boo the U.S. Supreme Court for hamming it up a bit too much.
First Place foundation fulfills contribution to YSU campaign
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN First Place Community Foundation has made its final $125,000
CHANEY STEM CAMPUS Ragan is named Master Teacher
Staff report Youngstown Sharon Ragan, a math and science teacher at the Chaney STEM Campus, has
WWII BATTLE Survivors from US recall Saipan attack
Associated Press SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. Even after seven decades, Wilfred “Spike” Mailloux won’t
Years Ago
Today is Monday, July 7, the 188th day of 2014. There are 177 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Hurdles in child migrant crisis
AssociatedPress WASHINGTON The legal, humanitarian and political constraints facing the Obama
6 arrested in teen’s slaying
Associated Press JERUSALEM Israel arrested six Jewish suspects Sunday in the grisly slaying of a
YSU 5 business grad students present research
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Five graduate students in Youngstown State University’s Williamson
GRADS LIST
These students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted: WALSH UNIVERSITY, North
Jackson-Milton adds college-credit classes
Jackson-Milton adds college-credit classes NORTH JACKSON Three classes have been added to
Man killed in nightclub
Associated Press COLUMBUS Police say a man was fatally shot at a club in Columbus and they have
Change in state law is sought to levy cigarette tax to fund arts groups
Cuyahoga is the only county that currently has the right to implement sin taxes
Vases made in 1904 displayed in Zanesville
Associated Press ZANESVILLE Five vases created more than a century ago at an Ohio pottery plant
City schools report expected soon
The report will include positive and negative findings to be included in the next academic recovery plan update
Boardman levy funds provide for school security upgrades
Boardman levy funds provide for school security upgrades
Cord sparked blaze that killed firefighter
Cord sparked blaze that killed firefighter NEW YORK A high-rise blaze that killed a fire
Associated Press
Associated Press OAK HARBOR, Ohio A wildlife refuge in northwestern Ohio is reporting the first
American Legion leads the charge to help veterans on hold with VA
A counselor at the local Veterans Affairs office looked at Rebecca King, a victim of domestic violence and abuse who was seeking help for depression, and told her she would not be able to see a psychologist.
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Mahoning County Board of Elections, 8 a.m., board room, Oakhill Renaissance Place,
Guardsman seeks light sentence in Ohio bomb case
Associated Press COLUMBUS An attorney for an Indiana Guardsman who pleaded guilty to having
Fireworks critically injure baby during display in Youngstown SFlb
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A 4-month-old baby was flown by helicopter to Akron Children’s Hospital
Officials look to gun-seizure law after mass killings in US
Associated Press HARTFORD, CONN. As state officials across the country grapple with how to
Contracts awarded
Contracts awarded YOUNGSTOWN Contracts have been awarded for roof and boiler replacement at the
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Tyler C. Taylor, 26, of 437 Griswold St., Warren, and
Health care invigorates regional economy
Northeast Ohio’s health care employment has grown 20 percent since 2000 to 177,000 employees.
Homosexual lifestyle defies God, logic and common sense
Opinion: Homosexual lifestyle defies God, logic and common sense The recent World Digest report, “Gay-
Group joins search for missing Ohio boy
Associated Press DAYTON A national group joined in the search for a 4-year-old boy missing since
Sunday, July 6 (85 stories)
Health care gives regional economy shot in the arm, NE Ohio report finds
Health-care research also has skyrocketed
Group seeks law change to implement cigarette tax to fund Valley arts
The meeting will seek ways to propel arts and culture in the Mahoning Valley
Handel's gives free ice cream to Mahoning police officers
Officers will receive a pint of their choice flavor
American Legion comes to rescue of veterans with medical needs
The effort is in response to an ongoing VA scandal
Work to begin on roof replacement, new boilers for Boardman Library
The contracts total more than $300,000
Residential property values remain stagnant in Mahoning County
The county auditor opposes rise in agricultural values
Prayer, brunch honor Rusnaks’ golden milestone
POLAND Dr. Walter and Laurissa Rusnak of Poland celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a
Trip to Aruba will celebrate Samblanets’ 50th
LAKE MILTON Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Samblanet of Lake Milton will celebrate their golden anniversary
Children honor the Martins for 60th anniversary
GIRARD Frank and Louise Martin of Girard were the guests of honor June 28 as they celebrated their
Griffithses’ 50th will be honored at family dinner
YOUNGSTOWN Charles and Carolyn Griffiths of Youngstown will celebrate their 50th anniversary July
Kocherts mark 60th with family at Oglebay Park
CANFIELD Mr. and Mrs. Milton R. Kochert of Canfield celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary as
Family dinner honors Porters for their 50th
CANFIELD Richard and Janet Porter of Canfield celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary June 28 at
Samuelses celebrate 50th at reception
POLAND Terry and Marilyn Samuels of Poland celebrated 50 years of marriage on June 8 when family
Brunch honors Carissimos’ 50th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN Robert and Barbara Carissimo of Youngstown were honored June 29 for their 50th
Golf outing will benefit hearing needs
The fifth annual Drive for Hearing golf outing will take place Aug. 27 at Mill Creek Golf Course.
Hubbard pool plans free swimming day
Hubbard pool plans free swimming day HUBBARD Hubbard Community Pool, Hall Avenue, is hosting the
JCL installs president for second term
The Junior Civic League of Youngstown has installed officers.
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
GARDEN CLUBS
TUESDAY Lordstown will display a flower show, “Beauty and the Beast,” at Trumbull County Fair
SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Auxiliary Seniors will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Nicholas Church, Fifth Street,
Scrappers’ hitting woes continue in loss
There was a time when Eastwood Field held a true home field advantage for the Mahoning Valley Scrappers. For more than a decade, the Scrappers regularly posted winning records at home, even in seasons in which they otherwise struggled.
Big Brothers Big Sisters program helps children of parents in prison
Mentors don't function as parents or teachers, just adult friends
PUSKAS: Will LeBron, Cleveland reunite?
He wasn’t the first star athlete to leave Cleveland. Will he be one of the few who returns?
Students could earn elective credit for religious classes
Students could earn elective credit for religious classes offered away from school property, under legislation recently approved by lawmakers and signed by Gov. John Kasich.
Girard group clears path for canoe launch
The group and the city have applied for a grant to build a launch, but the area is clear and the river is accessible now.
Smida set for Super Gas semis
Edward Toolis Jr. of Lisbon advanced to the semifinals in the Top Dragster event.
MCCTC superintendent retiring after 39 years in education
Roan Craig started her career at the center, spent eight years in Youngstown City Schools and returned to the career center
Boardman Township hires new fire chief
Leading a fire department has always been a dream of Mark Pitzer’s, and that dream came true Thursday when the board of trustees announced its decision to hire Pitzer as the township’s new fire chief.
AREA RUNNING CALENDAR
July Saturday — Run for Your Heart and Jameson’s Fireworks Day 5K/10K in New Castle. Registration
METRO DIGEST || Woman says she shot herself
Woman tells cops she shot herself YOUNGSTOWN A woman was hospitalized after being wounded in a
YSU’s Perry sits in summer league opener
YSU’s Perry sits in summer league opener ORLANDO Youngstown State graduate Kendrick Perry did
Campaign underway to fund public art display downtown Youngstown
NEXT Best Art is working to create a window gallery in the westward-facing window of Silver’s Vogue Shop at the corner of West Federal and Phelps streets.
Despite recalls, Valley stays committed to General Motors
GM spokeswoman Katie McBride said of the Valley's local plant: ''The outstanding focus on safety and quality at Lordstown helped earn these investments and support the future of GM’s footprint in the Mahoning Valley.”
Autopsy: Palestinian teen burned to death
Associated Press RAMALLAH, WEST BANK An autopsy showed an Arab teenager who Palestinians say was
More people ban themselves from state’s gambling sites
Associated Press DAYTON More than a thousand potential gamblers are now banning themselves from
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Father of Nicole Brown Simpson dies at 90 DANA POINT, CALIF. Louis Brown Jr., the
Newtown victim’s dream turning real
Associated Press HARTFORD, CONN. Before she was killed in the Newtown school massacre, 6-year-
Life story of murdered Gina is hardly unique in the Valley
Opinion: Life story of murdered Gina is hardly unique in the Valley I imagine that many people after
More time to install GPS
Opinion: Last week a new state court rule of procedure, proposed by the Ohio Supreme Court, took effect. The
RECORD REVIEWS
BRIAN ENO AND KARL HYDE Album: “High Life” (Warp Records) Grade: B In the same way that
Suddenly, nostalgia for the 1990s seems to be all over the tube. There’s the Disney Channel
Suddenly, nostalgia for the 1990s seems to be all over the tube. There’s the Disney Channel sequel
Tressel’s presidency at YSU is off to an encouraging start
Editorial: There was never any doubt about Jim Tressel’s ability to positively connect with the Youngstown
Two hotels get overhauls in sign of upswing
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Two major Las Vegas resorts will be completely overhauled and
Are Dems headed for 1994 crash?
Opinion: It’s the kind of story that causes political operatives to have sleepless nights, party leaders to
Charter One branches will be rebranded
Charter One branches will be rebranded CLEVELAND Citizens Financial Group Inc.’s Charter One
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
HEALTH CARE Dr. Mark Roth, a board-certified general surgeon, recently joined the medical staff of
All’s fair in Trumbull this week
Editorial: For the 168th consecutive year, the Trumbull County Agricultural Society will mix heaping helpings
8 home-insurance-policy shockers
You probably bought your home policy years ago, then stuffed it in a file somewhere. Will it be
Icing on the Cake
Every wedding carries spe- cial memories that will last forever. For our July Snapz feature, we
Hurley extends lead at Greenbrier
Associated Press WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. Billy Hurley III doesn’t plan to lose much rest
Facebook studied us without telling us
This week, Facebook found itself in ethical hot water (again) for messing around with user News
Diocese responds to criticism of Catholic school closing
Opinion: In response to the June 22 let- ter in The Vindicator, we would like to share factual information
7th Ward plans community picnic
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Sack races, three-legged races, hula-hoop contests, a checkers
Ukraine president hails ‘turning point’
Associated Press SLOVYANSK, Ukraine Ukrainian troops forced pro-Russian insurgents out of a key
IRAQ Video purportedly shows Sunni leader
Associated Press BAGHDAD A man purporting to be the leader of the Sunni extremist group that has
HANDS ON Volunteering
HandsOn Volunteer Network of the Valley, engages 21st-century volunteers to improve civic,health and
Convicted priest to get funeral Mass
Associated Press COLUMBUS A Roman Catholic priest convicted of stabbing and strangling a nun 34
Indians’ House gets first major league win
He pitched 6 2/3 innings as Cleveland defeated Kansas City 7-3.
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
4 kids die in row-house fire
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Fire raced through a row of two-story homes in southwest
Dutch down Costa Rica on penalty kicks
Tim Krul made two saves in five chances to lift the Netherlands.
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, July 6, the 187th day of 2014. There are 178 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Ohio Glaciers sweep Astro Falcons
The Glaciers will meet Creekside Fitness in the Class Be championship series.
What you must see at Diagon Alley at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
By Dewayne Bevil Orlando Sentinel Universal Orlando’s new Diagon Alley is packed with thousands
Federer, Djokovic set for historic final
They’ve only met in one other major final: the 2007 U.S. Open.
NORTH CAROLINA Only road onto island reopening after Arthur
Associated Press KILL DEVIL HILLS, N.C. North Carolina’s popular beach towns began returning to
4 confirmed dead in Fla. boat collision
4 confirmed dead in Fla. boat collision MIAMI Three boats collided near a Miami marina around
Rain postpones race at Daytona
Associated Press DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. The day race at Daytona International Speedway ended up at
Volzquez survives bumpy start
He allowed just one run over seven innings in the Pirates’ 3-2 victory.
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Witmer’s Feed and Grain Inc. v. Joy Schmidt Lost Acres
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Youngstown Board of Health, 8 a.m., conference room, 345 Oak Hill Ave., Suite 200.
METRO DIGEST || Smart Choice Food orders being accepted
Food orders taken NILES New Hope United Methodist Church, 21 Fairview Ave., is accepting orders
Saturday, July 5 (71 stories)
Baby, three 4-year-olds killed in Philly fire today
Fire raced through a row of two-story homes in southwest Philadelphia early Saturday, killing three 4-year-olds and a baby and engulfing at least 10 houses, officials said. A woman and three other children escaped through a second-floor window.
Autopsy report: Arab boy breathed in fire that killed him
An autopsy showed an Arab teenager who Palestinians say was killed in a revenge attack was burned to death, officials said Saturday, while Palestinian militants fired two rockets toward a major southern city deeper into Israel than any other attack in the current round of violence.
Vacationers back on the beach in Outer Banks after Arthur's bluster
North Carolina's popular beach towns began returning to the business of recreation Saturday, after Arthur lashed the state's coast with forceful winds and heavy rain and then churned northward without leaving a trail of significant damage.
With GM under recall fire, what's the Valley's response?
Seeking a cheap car with great mileage, Jon and Rachel Clark bought a pair of General Motors’ Lordstown-built Chevrolet Cobalts — one from 2006 and another from 2008 – last October.
MCCTC superintendent retires, closing a door after 39 years in education
After 39 years in vocational/career-technical education, Mahoning County Career and Technical Center Superintendent Roan Craig is closing the book on that chapter of her life, retiring later this month.
Online video shows man believed rigid Sunni militant leader delivering sermon
A man purporting to be the leader of the Sunni extremist group that has declared an Islamic state in territory it controls in Iraq and Syria has made what would be his first public appearance, delivering a sermon at a mosque in Iraq's second-largest city, according to a video posted online Saturday.
Friends of Mahoning hope to create canoe launch in Girard
The property is deep, narrow, flat and soggy, and up until May, it was overrun with weeds.
Big Brothers, Sisters looking for mentors for Amachi Ohio program
Adults 18 and over to mentor children with a parent in prison under Big Brothers Big Sisters Amachi Ohio program.
Boardman's new chief starts Monday
Leading a fire department has always been a dream of Mark Pitzer’s, and that dream came true Thursday when the board of trustees announced its decision to hire Pitzer as the township’s new fire chief.
New state law allows students to be excused for religious classes
Students could earn elective credit for religious classes offered away from school property, under legislation recently approved by lawmakers and signed by Gov. John Kasich. H
At least 1 hospitalized tonight after shooting on South Side
Police are on the scene of a shooting at a home on LaClede Court on the city's South Side.
7th Ward Citizens Coalition plans old-fashioned Community Picnic next Saturday
Hula hoop contests and sack races are planned.
Oles-Parillo wedding plans are revealed
Kenneth and Judy Oles, the parents of Deanna Marie Oles, all of Austintown, are announcing the engagement of their daughter and Jason Victor Parillo, son of Robert and Sandy Parillo, all of Girard.
Howard-Paloski engagement is announced
COLUMBIANA Kevin and Jenny Howard of Columbiana are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Sarah Emrich, Frank Gordon announce plans
Martin and Jody Emrich of Austintown and Forrest and Margery Gordon of Shippensburg, Pa., are
Miss Amendolara and Mr. Paluga to wed July 12
CANFIELD Samuel and Kimberly Amendolara of Canfield are announcing the upcoming marriage of their
Miss DiBernardi and Mr. Carbon set Aug. nuptials
Alyssa DiBernardi of Youngstown and Joseph Carbon of Canfield are engaged and planning an August
Kiwanis presents annual scholarship
Kiwanis presents annual scholarship AUSTINTOWN Austintown Kiwanis President David
Don’t let people feed the park geese, ODNR warns
The state said it won’t issue any more geese roundup and euthanasia permits unless the park rule against feeding the waterfowl is enforced.
Scrappers’ miscues costly in defeat
Starter Julian Merryweather was a bright spot for Mahoning Valley.
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU women golfers to honor fallen soldier
The women’s golf team at Youngstown State University this fall will participate in the Folds of Honor Foundation which recognizes a member of the U.S Armed Forces who was killed or disabled while on active duty.
Purple Cat farm's newest baby needs a name
The 16-pound alpaca isthe first one born at Purple Cat farm in Coitsville.
House Bill 488 will help Ohio veterans
Veterans will have an easier time getting certain state licenses, and crooks will face stiffer penalties for stealing the identities of Ohio’s military men and women, under legislation signed in to law recently by Gov. John Kasich.
Austintown man arrested after standoff in assault of 4-year-old son
John Andrei Jr., 31, of 6935 Kirk Road, was arrested at 2:58 a.m. Friday. He is charged with felonious assault, domestic violence and inducing panic in the assault of his 4-year-old son.
Comic show at Packard features Steranko
All American Cards and Comics will bring the fifth annual All AmeriCon 5 comic book, toy and art show to Packard Music Hall on Sunday. Comic-industry legend Jim Steranko and Green Lantern artist Darryl Banks will be the special guests.
Struthers downtown parking area on hold
The $150,000 project was fully funded through both the Ohio Development Services Agency’s community development block grant program and the city’s Revolving Loan Fund.
Kent exhibition showcases women’s Fashion of The Great War
Staff report KENT Coinciding with the 100th anniversary of the start of World War I, the Kent
Liberty care center residents to get smooth new ride
The residents of Campus Health Care Center on Colonial Drive will have easier access to Belmont Avenue
Bleacher Foundation will benefit local future pediatric surgeons
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The family of Dr. John H. O. Bleacher, the
State bill ensures diabetic students have care access
State bill ensures diabetic students have care access
Cartoons, merriment lead ‘Austintoon’ parade
Austintown Fitch High School football players dodge water balloons thrown by former football players during the Fourth of July parade in the township Friday. The players, from left, are Dylan Henry, in the truck bed; Zach Krohn, Damien Gray, Kyle Kent and Ken Stainfield.
Triduum planned
Triduum planned YOUNGSTOWN Our Lady of Mount Carmel, 343 Via Mount Carmel, will have Mass and
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Today’s entertainment picks: v Zoso, 5 p.m.: Led Zeppelin tribute band at the Warren Community
NEWSMAKERS
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vacation bible school
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Coal, gas-drilling waste plant closes, leaves mess
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A company that treated wastewater from coal mines and gas-drilling
Billionaire Mellon heir dies at 82
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Richard Mellon Scaife, the billionaire heir to the Mellon banking
New laws worth knowing about
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FRANCE Mom kills preschool teacher in class
Associated Press PARIS The mother of a pupil at a French preschool stabbed a teacher to death in
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Health Center Sam and Melissa Haloulos, Youngstown, boy, July 3. Rajandra
Clashes break out during Palestinian funeral
Associated Press JERUSALEM Israeli police clashed with rock-throwing Palestinian protesters in
Unique service used flowers to help people blossom through positive changes
First Unitarian Universalist Church hosted the flower exercise.
Iraq’s al-Maliki signals intent to stay in his job
Associated Press BAGHDAD Despite mounting pressure to step aside, Iraq’s Nouri al-Maliki vowed
Germany summons US envoy over spy case
Associated Press BERLIN Germany summoned the U.S. ambassador in Berlin on Friday after the
Fighting in Ukraine kills 9 soldiers
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Priest convicted of killing nun dies in prison
Associated Press COLUMBUS A Catholic priest convicted of killing a nun inside a chapel a day
How far do we still need to go after civil-rights act?
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NC coast survives Arthur
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Idled steel plant needs reduced utility costs
Staff report WARREN A steel plant idled March 25 is counting on reduced utility costs to restart
BUSINESS DIGEST || Natural-gas event
Natural-gas event CLARION The Lawrence County Economic Development Corp. will have an “Ignite
HBK consolidation in works for years
The move to one central location for the local Hill, Barth and King LLC was an idea that the company had in mind for years.
Museum buys Ida McKinley’s tiara from pawn shop
Associated Press CANTON A tiara that once belonged to President William McKinley’s wife has gone
Big boom in issues on ballot goes bust
Associated Press COLUMBUS Based on early vows, rumors and predictions, Ohio’s 2014 ballot was
A look at some hot-button ballot issues discussed for 2014, and where they stand:
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MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Christopher W. Haddle, 29, of 3867 Waderidge Trail,
METRO DIGEST || Fundraiser for Struthers rental company
Fire fundraiser STRUTHERS A fundraiser to benefit Struthers Chair and Tent Rental will take
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After 7 years of planning, sidewalks to be installed along Colonial Drive
Right now, it isn’t that smooth a ride from the Campus Health Care Center up the street to the Liberty Mini Mart.
Austintown parade festivities continue Saturday with float judging
Young Gianna Hazlett was jumping up and down after the Austintown Fourth of July parade, wearing Avon lipstick she had caught from a float. She was with her aunt, Julie Hazlett, and grandmother, Mary Hazlett, along the route at South Raccoon and New roads, close to the start of the township’s 38th annual parade Friday afternoon.
ODNR to Mill Creek: Step up geese enforcement or no killing permits in 2015
Mill Creek MetroParks must step up enforcement of the park rule against feeding geese or the state won’t issue additional permits for roundup and euthanasia of the waterfowl.
Struthers project on hold after landowners back out
Construction of a proposed 17-space parking area that would have eliminated most on-street parking in the city’s downtown has been put on hold, city officials say.
Purple Cat's newest furry resident needs a name
The newest addition to Farmer Casey’s Ranch still needs a name.
Crossroads Hospice looking for volunteers, especially veterans
Crossroads Hospice is looking for volunteers with compassionate hearts and good listening skills.
Veterans official: New law 'will elevate Ohio as 'veteran-friendly state'
Veterans will have an easier time getting certain state licenses, and crooks will face stiffer penalties for stealing the identities of Ohio’s military men and women, under legislation signed in to law recently by Gov. John Kasich.
Law changes will ease in-school hassles for diabetic students
Schoolchildren dealing with diabetes will have an easier time monitoring their blood-sugar levels and getting the care they need under law changes set to take effect later this year.
West Side Cats needs volunteers
West Side Cats needs volunteers YOUNGSTOWN West Side Cats, 2217 Mahoning Ave., is looking for
CLUB CALENDAR
CLASSES Campbell Memorial High School January and June Classes of 1948 will meet for breakfast at
Cavaliers among teams pitching to LeBron’s agent
James has been on vacation with his family the past few days.
Lew Campbell, D-Day vet from Valley salutes US by singing at ballpark
Auditioned to perform at Arizona Diamondbacks baseball game in Phoenix
Birth mom of slain girl hospitalized for likely drug OD
Child protective services found a boy who was living at the apartment and left with his mother
Women salute military service with quilts in red, white and blue
Quilts are earmarked for Vietnam veterans.
France-Germany match revives 1982 clash
The countries have met four times on soccer’s biggest stage.
SPORTS DIGEST || Local golfers among leaders in junior event
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Teddy Foltz bike run raises more than $8K for Sojourner House
The event's organizers would like to make the bike run into an annual event.
DeBartolo, York families make 'substantial' donation to Mooney
“Substantial” is the term used to describe a monetary gift to Cardinal Mooney High School by Denise DeBartolo York, CMHS class of 1968, and her brother, Eddie DeBartolo, class of 1964, and their families.
All-Star game to have foreign flavor
Masahiro Tanaka, Jose Abreu and Yasiel Puig are just a few of the foreign-born players almost certain to get selected for the July 15 showcase in Minnesota.
Bouchard becomes Canada’s first Slam finalist
The 20-year-old will play 2011 Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova.
Top court accepts Belinky resignation from law practice
The Ohio Supreme Court accepted the resignation from law practice of Mark Belinky, former Mahoning County probate judge.
Poland Village considers measures to protect historic homes
The village of Poland has begun the process of adopting a historic preservation ordinance that would prevent residents whose homes were built before 1900 from demolishing or significantly altering their houses.
Coroners soon will be required to report unexpected deaths of infants
Coroners across the state soon will be required to report unexpected deaths of infants, thanks to legislation recently signed into law by Gov. John Kasich.
Enjoy your Fourth, protect your pets
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BUSINESS DIGEST || Training facility
Training facility WARREN The Warren and Trumbull County Community Improvement Corp. is
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Parents of worker killed in blast sue
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The parents of a contractor killed when a southwestern Pennsylvania
Boardman trustees announce new fire chief and levy renewals
Boardman trustees announce new fire chief and levy renewals
Conjoined brothers mark milestone
Associated Press BEAVERCREEK, Ohio Ohio brothers hoping to be recognized later this year as the
Hilltoppers soak up local history
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Third-grade students at Hilltop Elementary School received a
Ukraine president shakes up military
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‘AMERICA: IMAGINE THE WORLD WITHOUT HER’
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Taser-death lawsuit settled
Associated Press CINCINNATI The family of an unarmed, mentally ill man who died after being
Iraqi Kurdish leader urges referendum on independence
Associated Press BAGHDAD With large parts of Iraq in militant hands, a top Kurdish leader called
immigration Calif. city is latest flashpoint in debate
Associated Press LOS ANGELES When American flag-waving protesters forced busloads of migrants to
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Red ink forces Niles council to ponder layoffs
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Subaru recalls 660,000 vehicles
Associated Press DETROIT Subaru is recalling more than 660,000 cars and SUVs because the brake
Independence Day | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed today. Residents of
Protect the historic gems of US from ravages of climate change
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Cole Valley Auto to mark centennial
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POLICE CALLS IN GIRARD, HUBBARD, LIBERTY
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Hubbard and Liberty: GIRARD June
Study: Being alone with your thoughts is no fun
Associated Press NEW YORK Wouldn’t you love to escape this busy world and just spend some time
Christmas specials in July on Hallmark channels
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK The Hallmark TV channels are beginning a week’s
Hurricane forces holiday changes
Associated Press NEW YORK As Americans prepared to celebrate the nation’s 238th birthday,
Selected local stocks
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US seeks more security at some airports overseas
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. intelligence officials are concerned that al-Qaida is trying to
Walker’s Money Mess
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Cop says dad sent nude photos while tot sat in car
Associated Press MARIETTA, Ga. A Georgia man who police say intentionally killed his toddler
Mill Creek Park has become a death camp for beautiful geese
Opinion: Mill Creek Park has become a death camp for beautiful geese I am writing with a heavy heart in
Local students named to YSU’s Dean’s List
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Trendy boutique opens in Canfield
Her second storefront for Trendy, a boutique-style shop inspired by her own style, opened in May on U.S. Route 224 in Canfield.
Where have all GOP judicial candidates gone?
Opinion: For the third time in three years, the Mahoning County Republican Party will recommend candidates to
Israel adds forces to Gaza border
Associated Press JERUSALEM The Israeli military rushed additional forces to its southern border
Today in history: Friday, July 4, the 185th day of 2014
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Monday meeting in Warren focuses on removing criminal records from job applications
About 200 people are expected to attend
Youngstown board agrees to pay $50,000 to its insurance company to settle a sexual-harassment complaint
How to replace her is still up in the air
birthdays
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MYCAP to lose control of Head Start
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MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Docket State v. Sanjunan Smith, sentenced to six years on count four,
oddly enough
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Man gets 5 to 15 years in slaying at eatery
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Corporate-personhood debate goes on
Associated Press WASHINGTON There may be more to that “we the people” notion than you thought.
Injured man warns of fireworks danger
Akron Beacon Journal AKRON A year ago, Kevin Skubic was just happy to be alive. Now, he’s
Pirates can’t finish off sweep, again
Pittsburgh is 0 for 8 in chances to sweep opposing teams this year.
Defending champ Blixt leads Greenbrier
He finished second at the Masters but has missed the cut in three of his last four starts.
Earnhardt eyes Daytona sweep
For him to win the Coke Zero 400, he can’t race the way he did at Talladega Superspeedway in May.
Troop 115 honors most recent Eagle Scouts
A Court of Honor was hosted by Boy Scout troop 115 at St. Michael Catholic Church to honor the most
Fellows Riverside Gardens opens Family Garden
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com On June 7, Fellows Riverside Gardens opened up its
Boardman Park begins Adventure Day Camp
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com June 16 was a busy first day for the Adventure Day Camp at
Fitch staff and students play basketball to raise funds
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com When it was learned that 5-year-old Brayden Mitchell
Austintown library hosts Gotta Move story time
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Most story times that area libraries host consist of a
More than 1,300 students graduate from YSU
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Hampton Ridge condos dedicate new flag pole on Flag Day
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com When Hampton Ridge condos dedicated its new flag pole on
Austintown Community Briefs
First Night Youngstown seeking artists First Night Youngstown is calling for local and regional
Right to Life of Mahoning County hosts dinner fundraiser
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com On May 27, Right to Life of Mahoning County hosted a
HT third-graders become famous Americans
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School third-grade students paid tribute
5K Race for Autism to benefit local organizations
The Ohio Naturopathic Wellness Center, led by Dr. Ted Suzelis, N.D., is teaming up with Mahoning
Bettile speaks on travels to Brazil
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com For nearly 10 months, Canfield’s Brittany Bettile traveled
Union Elementary honors fourth-graders
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com The end of each school year means students move from one
Fellows Riverside Gardens opens Family Garden
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com On June 7, Fellows Riverside Gardens opened up its
Students present blankets to SOV residents
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com In the continuation of a project started last year,
Canfield Community Briefs
First Night Youngstown seeking artists First Night Youngstown is calling for local and regional
Boardman Community Briefs
First Night Youngstown seeking artists First Night Youngstown is calling for local and regional
Boardman students named to Dean’s List at YSU
Youngstown State University has announced the students who have been named to the Spring 2014 Dean’s
Page Turners Book Club opens new horizons to members
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com For people who have a love of reading, a book club may
Library hosts Gotta Move story time
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Most story times that area libraries host consist of a
Austintown Sports Briefs
Fitch basketball to host golf outing The Austintown Fitch boys’ basketball program will be hosting
Poland Community Briefs
First Night Youngstown seeking artists First Night Youngstown is calling for local and regional
Poland library hosts Baby Brilliant program
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com With younger children getting ready to begin going to
5K Race for Autism to benefit local organizations
The Ohio Naturopathic Wellness Center, led by Dr. Ted Suzelis, N.D., is teaming up with Mahoning
Boardman Glenwood Middle School Honor Roll - Fourth Grading Period
Fifth Grade High Honor Roll Connor Adkins Cora Ams Madison Angelo Jared Benko Jacob
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Former Youngstown labor leader, 95, sings at Arizona MLB game
Lewis “Lew” Campbell of Mesa, Ariz., former Youngstown labor leader and World War II Normandy Invasion veteran, honored the 70th anniversary of D-Day by singing the national anthem at an Arizona Diamondbacks game June 6.
Weather good for Friday's picnics, fireworks — but tuck your pets inside
We all have our traditional Fourth of July activities. They usually start with a flare as we fire up our grills for barbecues and end with a bang as fireworks displays light up our night skies.
Ordinance would restrict changes to historic homes in Poland
The village of Poland has begun the process of adopting a historic preservation ordinance that would prevent residents whose homes were built before 1900 from demolishing or significantly altering their houses.
Jackie Bacher, murder victim's birth mom, hospitalized for overdose
Jackie Bacher, biological mother of the slain Gina Burger, is recovering at St. Elizabeth Health Center after an apparent heroin overdose in her apartment.
Boardman church quilters craft special projects for Vietnam vets
With a sense of patriotic pride, a group of women crafted quilts in red, white and blue.
Supreme court accepts Belinky's resignation
The Ohio Supreme Court has accepted the resignation from law practice of Mark Belinky, who resigned March 14 as Mahoning County Probate Court judge and pleaded guilty May 8 to tampering with records.
Pitzer named new Boardman fire chief
Township trustees announced their decision to hire Mark Pitzer, a training instructor for the Boardman Fire Department, as the new fire chief.
York, DeBartolo families make record-setting donation to Mooney
“Substantial” is the term used to describe a monetary gift to Cardinal Mooney High School by Denise DeBartolo York, CMHS class of 1968, and Eddie DeBartolo, class of 1964, and their families.
More than 300 pay tribute to Teddy at benefit bike run
Audrey Walker showed up to Papa’s Sports Bar on Sunday, the day of the first Teddy Foltz Memorial Poker Bike Run, not knowing quite what to expect.
Nearing 63, Ohio conjoined brothers mark milestone
Nearing 63, Ohio conjoined brothers mark milestone
Ohioans can search sex offender phone and email info
Ohioans can search sex offender phone and email info
DeBartolo and York families make substantial donation to Cardinal Mooney High School
DeBartolo and York families make substantial donation to Cardinal Mooney High School
State supreme court accepts Belinky resignation from law practice
State supreme court accepts Belinky resignation from law practice
Tickets available for garden tea party
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Surgeons remove brain tumor from Youngstown man through his nose
Four months later, Robert Matthews is ready to go back to work
Mahoning commissioners place tax for public safety on ballot
The three-quarter percent sales tax will be devoted to the sheriff’s, prosecutor’s, and coroner’s offices and 911 center.
Lewis asked to resign from port authority board
Trumbull County commissioners reappointed Scott Lewis to the board in December 2012.
Ohio Shale gas production doubled in 2013
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources reports Ohio’s natural gas production nearly doubled from 2012 to 2013 because of the activity in the Utica shale play.
Local athletes qualify for Junior Olympics
Local athletes qualify for Junior Olympics YOUNGSTOWN Tri-County’s Team Elite, a Youngstown-
Co. explains testing of fracking byproducts for radioactivity to Youngstown residents
A presentation by Austin Master Services at Youngstown City Hall Wednesday evening clarified the process the company is taking in testing radioactivity in materials that come out of the earth through the process of hydraulic fracking.
ZOSO at Warren amphitheatre For Led Zeppelin tribute band, the song remains the same
Next year marks 35 years since Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham died.
Stolen Rhodes at Plaza party
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Philadelphia rock band Stolen Rhodes will headline Friday night’s Party
Valley natives on ‘House Hunters’
Austintown natives Brian and Andrea Ramunno will appear on the July 10 episode of “House Hunters,” which airs at 10 p.m. on HGTV.
Journey takes San Fran scene on the road
Unlike any summer in recent history, Journey’s “Lights” lyrics “When the lights go down in the city/And the sun shines on the bay” will take on a different meaning as the popular classic-rock act tours the country with fellow San Francisco artists the Steve Miller Band and Tower of Power.
CLASS B RESULTS | From Cene Park
Astro Falcons 10, Bel-Park Pharmacy 9 Cory Wheeler led Astro with three hits, including a walk-off
Holy Ground March brings together 3 groups aimed at improving city neighborhoods
ACTION, NOW Youngstown and S.A.A.N.D.I. plan march on Tuesday.
Democratic gubernatorial candidate offers an energy policy
Says incumbent’s policy is ‘taking us in a very negative direction’
Struthers BOE approves 3-year pact for classified employees
The Ohio Association of Public School Employees includes bus drivers, cafeteria workers, custodians, secretaries and teachers aides.
Prosecutor: Williams 'would have killed the first person he saw'
Ricki D. Williams IV may have carved “kill fo fun” in the stairwell of the apartment complex where he is accused of killing 16-year-old Gina Burger.
Dem Garrison challenges Johnson to Congressional debates
The incumbent’s campaign manager says to wait until after Labor Day
Sad end to Gina's troubled life
Gina Burger was born into a Florida household repeatedly investigated for drugs, domestic violence and neglect. By 3, she was adopted with her brother, but separated from her other two siblings — who were adopted by another family. Her adoptive parents divorced about a year later. She arrived here in December to visit her sister and birth mom, and six months later, on Monday, June 23, the 16-year-old was murdered.
Lawyer for Benghazi suspect says evidence is lacking
Associated Press WASHINGTON A lawyer for a Libyan militant charged in the 2012 Benghazi attacks
HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS | Fourth of July
All events are on the holiday, Friday, unless otherwise noted. MAHONING COUNTY Austintown: The
New president for Winner Aviation
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Oversight board endorses Internet surveillance by NSA
Associated Press WASHINGTON Endorsement of the NSA’s Internet surveillance programs by a
Safety agency: Chrysler recall too slow
Associated Press DETROIT The U.S. government’s road-safety agency is accusing Chrysler of moving
Can trees, shrubs be moved now?
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CD RATES
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Evacuations ordered for islands on N. Carolina’s Outer Banks
Associated Press RODANTHE, N.C. As one of the year’s busiest travel weekends approaches, so does
Ruling won’t alter contraception coverage for many
Business owners who don’t want to pay for their employees’ birth control are ending that coverage after the Supreme Court said they could choose on grounds of religious belief not to comply with part of the health care law.
Selected local stocks
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Trial dates for accused killers of Vivian Martin bring relief
Editorial: It would be understandable if the family and friends of slain real-estate agent Vivian Martin took
newsmakers
newsmakers Walter Dean Myers, children’s author, dies NEW YORK Walter Dean Myers, a best-
Supreme Court reins in Obama
Opinion: Columbus Dispatch: The U.S. Supreme Court last week unanimously reaffirmed the checks and balances
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.
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Ryan Ross takes his shot with ‘Last House’
With a passel of Jersey-style rock anthems and a willingness to play anywhere, Ryan Ross and the
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Diary of Anne Frank,SDRq Crown Theater Productions, Main Street Theater, 5 N.
America in danger of losing those things that set it apart
Opinion: Birthdays are supposed to be times for celebration and gift-giving. But America’s birthday tomorrow
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Avoid early blight with clean soil
Q. What’s wrong with my tomatoes? Mary from Boardman A. Tomatoes have their share of disease
Ohio law has a positive impact on the treatment of concussions
Opinion: Ohio law has a positive impact on the treatment of concussions One of the more frequent injuries
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Eat local
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Amber Waves of Grain
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Soilless mix in potted plants takes special watering
By Joyce Karsnak OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer The beautiful hanging baskets that flew off
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Timothy B. Irwin Jr., 44, of 97 Washington Blvd.,
Authorities search for escaped inmate
Associated Press CINCINNATI Authorities are searching for an inmate they say walked away from a
Growing Degree Days can anticipate life cycles Controlling insects
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birthdays
birthdays Singer Judith Durham of The Seekers is 71. Actor Michael Cole (“The Mod Squad”) is 69.
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman: POLAND June 22
Kids have chance to learn about boats, cars
During the institute, children will receive an introduction to safety, learn from manufacturing professionals, and build a model boat or car.
32 states trail country as a whole in recovery of jobs
Associated Press WASHINGTON Five years after the Great Recession officially ended, most states
Call for artists to design mural at old power plant site
Call for artists to design mural at old power plant site
Scientists withdraw report on simple way to make stem cells
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. and Japanese scientists who reported that they’d found a
Palestinians: Israeli extremists killed teen
Associated Press JERUSALEM The Palestinians accused Israeli extremists of abducting and killing
Independence Day What’s open/closed
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METRO DIGEST ||Cited for not using sidewalk
Walking in street youngstown Police found two marijuana cigars on a woman whom they arrested on
Free-speech suit targets OU code
Associated Press COLUMBUS A lawsuit challenging Ohio University’s student conduct code alleges
holy ground march Details
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METRO DIGEST || Jewelry stolen
Jewelry stolen BOARDMAN A total of $93,680 worth of jewelry was stolen Tuesday from Jewels &
Ohio boasts budget surplus
The state Office of Budget and Management placed the latest surplus at nearly $800 million.
Militants try to tighten grip in Syria
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Wednesday, July 2 (88 stories)
Youngstown accountant-turned-beautician recovering from innovative brain surgery
Robert Matthews of Youngstown came out of potentially life-threatening brain surgery to remove a tumor at the base of his skull without a scar on his head.
Utica shale nearly doubles Ohio's natural gas production
Ohio’s natural-gas production nearly doubled from 2012 to 2013 because of activity in the Utica shale play, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources reports.
Company explains its radioactivity tests from fracking to Youngstown council
A presentation by Austin Master Services at Youngstown City Hall clarified the process the company is taking in testing radioactivity in materials that come out of the earth through the fracking process.
Trumbull commissioners ask Lewis to resign from port authority
In the wake of the uncertain status of the besieged Western Reserve Port Authority, Trumbull County commissioners have sent a letter to board member Scott Lewis asking for his resignation.
Fitzgerald plans to reverse Kasich's energy policies
Democratic gubernatorial nominee Ed FitzGerald wants to reverse course on energy policies adopted by Gov. John Kasich and increase the state’s focus on green-energy innovation.
Mahoning commissioners opt for safety forces tax option for November
The Mahoning County commissioners have placed a 3⁄4 percent sales tax dedicated to public safety on the Nov. 4 ballot.
Utica Shale natural gas production doubles in Ohio
Utica Shale natural gas production doubles in Ohio
UPDATED | Williams could face death penalty for Burger murder
UPDATED | Williams could face death penalty for Burger murder
$93,680 in goods stolen from Southern Park Mall jewelry store
$93,680 in goods stolen from Southern Park Mall jewelry store
Mahoning commissioners put sales tax for safety on ballot
Mahoning commissioners put sales tax for safety on ballot
Miss Anderson, Mr. Makara to wed July 12
The parents of Laura Ann Anderson of Boardman and David Joseph Makara of Canfield are announcing the forthcoming marriage of their children.
Katie Fekety, Ian Zeljak set July wedding
PULASKI, PA. Katie Fekety and Ian Zeljak, both of Pulaski, Pa., are announcing their upcoming
Smith-MacKenzie wedding plans are announced
VIENNA Tim and Doris Smith of Vienna are announcing the upcoming wedding of their daughter,
Jones-Hoops wedding vows set for Aug. 2
AUSTINTOWN Douglas and Heidi Jones of Austintown are announcing the engagement and forthcoming
Gould-Haddle wedding plans are revealed
NORTH LIMA Whitney Gould and Christopher Haddle, both of Columbus, are planning to marry, her
Family Video will host trunk sale
Family Video will host trunk sale AUSTINTOWN Family Video, 4385 Kirk Road, will host a Junk in
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Calvary United Methodist Church, 12062 South Ave. Ext., North Lima, will have its monthly
18-year-old arrested in Gina Burger killing homeless, has criminal history
Police believe he killed Gina at Compass West Apartments
Cruze sales down 20 percent, up 8 percent overall
Last June, General Motors Co. came out with an all-time monthly sale record of 32,871 Lordstown-produced Chevrolet Cruzes sold, but this June the numbers are down 20.9 percent with 26,008 sold.
Pompelia’s aide gets Warren JFK basketball job
Richards promoted despite public criticism of former coach’s dismissal
Valley residents commemorate 50th anniversary of Civil Rights Act
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King J. Planning Committee of the Mahoning Valley sponsored a gathering.
Jury awards nearly $5.4 million to crash victim, wife
The jury awarded almost $5.4 million to a Poland couple Tuesday after a man was seriously hurt in a 2004 crash in his employer’s car.
T-intersection key part of I-680/US 224 construction effort
Construction on U.S. Route 224 at its intersections with Interstate 680 by the Ohio Department of Transportation advanced with the opening of a T-intersection, with a traffic light at 680 southbound exits to 224 eastbound and westbound.
The Cleveland at Blossom: Beautiful music, setting
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Now that summer is finally here, there’s a sound of music
Struthers Fourth of July Parade to return for 38th year
The parade will start at noon Friday from the Fifth Street Plaza.
Scrappers bullpen charged with loss
With the game tied at two, Mahoning Valley manager Ted Kubiak handed the ball over to his bullpen in Tuesday’s game against Auburn.
Operation Spring Thunder targets Warren crime
The recently completed Operation Spring Thunder targeted the most-violent criminals in the city, resulting in arrests and seizures of drugs, weapons and cash.
SPORTS DIGEST || Former Phantom Sekac signs with Canadiens
Former Phantom Sekac signs with Canadiens YOUNGSTOWN Former Youngstown Phantom forward Jiri
Democratic AG candidate blasts state policy on addiction treatment funding
Says cutting funding comes at ‘exact wrong time’
No vote in November on Ohio early-voting hours
Supporters will try to get the issue on the 2015 ballot.
Youngstown woman plans landscaping business at former Burkland building
She said she’ll invest $70,000 in the project
YSU’s first couple opens historic campus home
James MacGregor of McDonald and Stephanie Baker of Leetonia talk with Youngstown State University's new president Jim Tressel and his wife Ellen Tressel. The Tressels opened their new home, Pollock House, on the YSU campus to students, faculty, staff and administration officials on Tressel's first official day on the job.
Television series released on DVD this week include:
Television series released on DVD this week include: v “Helix”: An isolated Arctic research
Don’t be duped by deceptive data on jobs for state, Valley
Editorial: To the uninitiated, the latest un- employment data for Ohio and the Mahoning Valley would beckon
ASK MR. KNOW IT ALL
Q. I was watching NASCAR Nationwide Series racing and was surprised to see a driver named J.
More torrential rain worsens Midwest flooding; body found
Associated Press ST. LOUIS More torrential rain worsened flooding in the Midwest, spawning high
Facebook boosts small, local business
There were 275 attendees at a Facebook for small businesses workshop on Tuesday in Canfield.
Ga. suit still causing trouble for GM
By TOM KRISHER AP Auto Writer DETROIT For more than a year, a lawsuit filed by Brooke Melton’s
Ind. GM plant blast kills 1, injures 5
Associated Press MARION, IND. A chemical explosion Tuesday at a General Motors metal-stamping
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Barbara Walters is still a ratings power NEW YORK Barbara Walters isn’t forgotten
Local 396 receives $150,000 grant
With the award of a $150,000 grant to match another $150,000, 40 new future welders will have a chance at learning downhill welding — a specific technique of the trade needed in the oil and gas industry.
ADAEO to present check to Rich Center
ADAEO to present check to Rich Center AUSTINTOWN The Automobile Dealers Association of Eastern
For Hillary, it’s all about perception, appearances
Opinion: WASHINGTON Dear Secretary Clinton, Please consider this in the nature of a friendly
Forests should be multi-use
Opinion: Ketchikan Daily News: The national forests are for all Americans, meaning they should be multiple
Buena Vista Cafe Greek Fried Chicken
Uncle Nick's chicken has spread out to Boardman and Austintown over the years.
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Ariz. eatery shames art thieves FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. Two accomplices in the theft of
Global economy is choking vitality out of US economy
Opinion: Global economy is choking vitality out of US economy I don’t know about the rest of you people,
Gun-toting felon gets 10 years in federal prison
Michael L. Green Jr. will serve a 10-year federal prison term for being a felon with a handgun and an assault rifle while attired in body armor.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Eboni Little and Brian Poole, Youngstown, boy, June 29. ST.
The secret is in the sauce
The secret is in the sauce Italian Village Pizza in Boardman possesses that delicious secret every
Ohio NAACP wants judge to increase early-voting hours
The organization also wants the judge to restore Ohio’s “golden week,” the former period of time that allowed people to register and cast ballots the same day.
ohio Amish country Measles outbreak complicates events
Associated Press SHILOH, Ohio Visitors from around the world to two upcoming events in the
The Youngstown Inner City Garden is seeking to win one of three $15,000 grants in an online vote
There are 136 entries in the contest
Highway crisis is looming, US warns
Associated Press WASHINGTON Gridlock in Washington will lead to gridlock across the country if
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Boardman Township trustees, 9 a.m., administration building, 8299 Market St.
Federal indictment accuses 17 suspected gang members
Associated Press COLUMBUS Gang members murdered people during robberies, tried to kill rivals
Report: Health sign-ups dogged by data flaws
Associated Press WASHINGTON Many of the 8 million Americans signed up under the new health care
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Leonard D. Cain Jr., 29, of 5744 Fairchase Ave.,
Candidates pushing fundraising appeals
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republican Sen. Marco Rubio hopes everyone’s summer is off to a good
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS | Fourth of July
All events are on the holiday, Friday, July 4, unless otherwise noted. MAHONING COUNTY
Belgium scores twice in extra time to bounce Team USA
Belgium scores twice in extra time to bounce Team USA
Sales tax on agenda
Sales tax on agenda YOUNGSTOWN A resolution to place a three-quarter percent sales tax on the
FOURTH OF JULY
FOURTH OF JULY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
As Israel buries 3 teens, new threats against Hamas
Associated Press JERUSALEM Israel’s prime minister threatened Tuesday to take even tougher
2 Cleveland men injure each other in shootout
2 Cleveland men injure each other in shootout Associated Press CLEVELAND Two men are
Group: 56 dead in marketplace blast
Group: 56 dead in marketplace blast MAIDUGURI, Nigeria A car bomb in a marketplace in Maiduguri,
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Native-son artist Al Bright recalls childhood lesson learned in segregated Youngstown
About 100 Valley residents gathered Tuesday night to focus on “Remembering What is Civil and Doing What is Right” in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Civil Rights Act.
GM sales up again, defying expectations
While Chevy Cruze sales numbers were a bit off last June’s all-time high, GM once again shocked analyst sales predictions with 267,461 delivered vehicles in the U.S. last month, and total sales up 1 percent compared to a year ago.
YSU students, employees get warm welcome at Tressels' open house
There were hugs, photographs and handshakes — lots of handshakes.
UPDATE: Suspect in Burger killing has criminal history
Authorities arrested a Youngstown man Tuesday in the slaying of 16-year-old Gina Burger.
Dem noineee blasts new state policy, DeWine regarding addiction services
David Pepper, the Democratic nominee for attorney general, criticized a change in state policy that delays federal dollars’ going to local and county addiction-treatment programs.
Plans set for annual Struthers Fourth of July parade
John Medvec Sr. stopped counting years ago how long he and his family have been organizing the city’s annual Fourth of July parade.
T-intersection completed at I-680 and US 224
Construction on U.S. Route 224 at its intersections with Interstate 680 by the Ohio Department of Transportation advanced with the opening of a T-intersection, with a traffic light at 680 southbound exits to 224 eastbound and westbound.
Warren man gets 10 years for possessing firearms, body armor
A Warren man is going to federal prison for 10 years for being a felon in possession of firearms and possession of body armor by a violent felon.
Operation Spring Thunder completed in Warren
The recently completed Operation Spring Thunder targeted the most-violent criminals in the city, resulting in arrests and seizures of drugs, weapons and cash.
Suspect in death of Gina Bacher Burger to be arraigned Wednesday
The suspect township police have in custody in connection with the death of 16-year-old Gina Burger will be arraigned in Mahoning County Area Court here at 9 a.m. Wednesday.
Keller works overtime to qualify for Greatest Juniors; Butler earns second spot
Ken Keller needed a playoff to defeat Zach Jacobson at Diamondback in the fifth Greatest Juniors qualifying event.
BREAKING NEWS | Suspect in custody in death of Gina Burger
BREAKING NEWS | Suspect in custody in death of Gina Burger
US World Cup hopes end today with 2-1 loss to Belgium
Romelu Lukaku and Kevin De Bruyne scored in extra time Tuesday to give Belgium a 2-1 win over the United States and a spot in the World Cup quarterfinals.
Local pipefitters union gets state grant for training
Local pipefitters union gets state grant for training
1 dead, 5 injured in explosion at GM plant in Indiana
Authorities say a chemical explosion at a General Motors metal-stamping plant in Indiana has left one person dead and five others injured.
Spring Thunder targets Warren crime, produces results
Spring Thunder targets Warren crime, produces results
Ohio voting rights issue falls short on signatures
Ohio voting rights issue falls short on signatures
Pepper critical of dollar delays for addiction treatment programs
Pepper critical of dollar delays for addiction treatment programs
Thieves hit Buckeye Wireless, a cell phone store in Boardman
Thieves hit Buckeye Wireless, a cell phone store in Boardman
Toledo mayor would ban hiring of people using tobacco and nicotine
Toledo mayor would ban hiring of people using tobacco and nicotine
Ally Kardaseski | Charles Stiver
SEATTLE Mr. and Mrs. Alan Stiver of Boardman are announcing the marriage of their son, Charles
Lindsey DelSignore | Michael Rubesa
POLAND Lindsey DelSignore and Michael Rubesa exchanged wedding vows in a 2:30 p.m. May 17 ceremony
Michelle Nittoli | Sean Thomas
BOARDMAN Michelle Nittoli and Sean Thomas exchanged vows May 10 at St. James Meeting House in
Melissa Haddle | Paul Schmidt
CANFIELD Melissa Haddle of Boardman and Paul Schmidt of Canfield exchanged vows at 1:30 p.m. May
Erin McGarry | Gregory Bosela
LEETONIA Erin McCall McGarry and Gregory Francis Bosela exchanged wedding vows in a ceremony at 3
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch Class of 1984 will have its 30-year class reunion from 7 to 11 p.m. July 12 at the
Austism Society will host miniature golf event
GIRARD The Austism Society of Ohio will host a miniature golf tournament from 5:30 to 9 p.m. July
Stoops, Pelini give back
The coaches helped coach hundreds of players at Mooney’s Camp of Champions.
Trumbull County Commissioner Paul E. Heltzel died after an extended illness
Colleagues remember him as thoughtful and intelligent
Jim Tressel is officially YSU president today
To mark the return of Jim and Ellen Tressel to YSU, Cassese’s MVR is offering half-off the popular Tressel Tortellini today
GM recalling another 8.4 million vehicles, details of compensation program released
General Motors Co. is recalling another 8.4 million North American vehicles — mostly for another ignition-switch defect — in yet another development that broadens the automaker’s safety crisis.
Four candidates are seeking the appointment to a Mahoning County judicial seat
Appointment is in hands of Republicans, but no registered Republican filed for spot
Contraceptive ruling praised, bashed
Two Democrats seeking statewide office, said the decision will hurt women seeking essential medical services.
A group wants to base the number of wards in Youngstown on population
The proposal would reduce the city’s wards from seven to five
Commissioners get an earful of sales tax comments
The county commissioners heard more diversity of opinion in the second sales tax hearing than in the first.
Investigation of Craft homicide continues
Man had part of his face cut away to attempt to cover up crime
Army Field Band, fireworks at Maag amphitheater
The acclaimed U.S. Army Field Band of Washington, D.C., will present a free concert at 8 p.m. Sunday at the Maag Outdoor Arts Theatre in Boardman Park.
Phantoms’ Letunov follows in owner’s footsteps
Like Troy Loney, he was drafted with the 52nd selection.
USA buoyed by big fan base
The Americans face off with Belgium today in the knockout round Associated Press SAO PAULO The
Murray, Djokovic move closer to semifinal showdown
They both won matches under the retractable roof at Wimbledon’s Centre Court.
Junior girls tame Diamondback
Alexis Cadle of Western Reserve High shot the low round of 86 on Monday.
Maggie has a home at Victoria House
Maggie, a dog adopted by Victoria House assisted-living facility in Austintown, gets some love from residents.
Boy collects birthday party donations for Animal Welfare league
Boy collects birthday party donations for Animal Welfare league
Some summer movie seasons are hotter than others, and that’s not just referring to the
Some summer movie seasons are hotter than others, and that’s not just referring to the weather. So
Owner of popular restaurant shot, killed
Associated Press CLEVELAND HEIGHTS Authorities say the owner of a popular restaurant has been
Fundraiser planned
Fundraiser planned CANFIELD A fundraiser is planned from 3 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Bob Evans
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 26.22 .37 Avalon
To join, candidates were required to pass an examination: vocalists performed one opera aria, one
To join, candidates were required to pass an examination: vocalists performed one opera aria, one
Court ruling is blow to public-sector unions
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court dealt a blow to public-sector unions Monday,
newsmakers
newsmakers Springsteen to debut short film on website NEW YORK Bruce Springsteen will debut a
Ukrainian leader ends cease-fire
Associated Press KIEV, Ukraine Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko said he was abandoning a
Accidental brush with sanity
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Whoa, that was close. The National Rifle Association nearly shot
Harrington qualifies for Junior Olympics
Harrington qualifies for Junior Olympics AUSTINTOWN Austintown Fitch senior-to-be Joe
Boy’s death draws attention to perils of immigration
Associated Press EDINBURG, Texas When authorities found an 11-year-old Guatemalan boy’s body
Murder suspect involved in shooting earlier in the day
Woman's death is city's fifth homicide of year
50-year pen pals finally meet
Associated Press KENT Two longtime pen pals have met face to face for the first time in a
Air controllers asleep on the job
Opinion: Miami Herald: The news has been scarier than usual: Iraq is on the boil, which has serious
Elmer’s Glue is handy for removing splinters
Q. I am looking for a remedy to remove splinters. I heard about instant glue, but I am not sure how
good morning
good morning Rodeo and fireworks The annual Hoppel’s Rodeo will take place at 7:30 p.m. Friday
Red Cross offers 4th of July safety tips
Red Cross offers 4th of July safety tips LIBERTY The American Red Cross offered safety tips for
Child porn case yields 25-year prison term
Leslie Coe, 68, of Youngstown, gets a 25-year prison term for coercing a minor to perform sex acts and transmitting child porn.
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Mahoning County commissioners, 10 a.m., commissioners’ hearing room, basement,
Youngstown school district needs strong guiding hand
Editorial: It would not be an an exaggera- tion to suggest that the academically challenged Youngstown City
greatest juniors tourney details
greatest juniors tourney details Remaining Qualifiers Today (boys): Diamondback, 9 a.m. start
First VLTs arrive at Austintown racino
First VLTs arrive at Austintown racino AUSTINTOWN Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race
Drug arrest
Drug arrest youngstown Police say they found two doses of suspected heroin after pulling a woman
Bodies of missing Israeli teens found
Bodies of missing Israeli teens found JERUSALEM The Israeli military found the bodies of three
Valley jobless rate drops 2 percent compared with May ’13
By JORDYN GRZELEWSKI jgrzelewski@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley’s unemployment rate
US sending 300 more troops to Iraq
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. is sending an additional 300 troops to Iraq to beef up
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Robert Arthur Zielke, 37, of 21 Hidden Lake Lane,
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Today is Tuesday, July 1, the 182nd day of 2014. There are 183 days left in the year. This is Canada
Boardman teachers, board agree to new pact
Under the terms of the new contract, teachers will receive no increase in base pay the first year.
oddly enough
oddly enough Man arrested in Delaware frozen-chicken caper WILMINGTON, Del. Police in Delaware
Study: New gas wells leak more
Associated Press WASHINGTON In Pennsylvania’s gas-drilling boom, newer and unconventional wells
affordable care act Court: Firms can forgo birth-control coverage
Associated Press WASHINGTON A sharply divided Supreme Court ruled Monday that some companies
Youngstown’s Frank tied for 4th at Ohio Open
Staff report WESTFIELD CENTER, OHIO Youngstown’s Garrett Frank shot a 4-under 66 on the south
LeBron leads list of big-name free agents
The Cleveland Cavaliers are expected to make a run at their former star when free agency begins today.
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