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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

Belinky says he's 'ashamed'
Belinky gets up to two years probation, 60 days of house arrest.
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

Cops: Woman apologizes after running
Reports say she also had a loaded handgun, heroin
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

Canfield Residents Recover from Tornado
Affected areas will not receive federal aid
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