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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 ...
Stories published July 15, 2014
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
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.
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.
Gas prices fall again in Valley
Valley residents are paying less at the pump this year compared to last.
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.
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.
Liberty resident: Vindy story gets mail decision rescinded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.
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.
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 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.
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
Trumbull library adapts to changing tech needs
Trumbull library adapts to changing tech needs
Cespedes wins second straight home run derby
He beat Cincinnati’s Todd Frazier 9-1 in the final round.
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.
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
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
Canfield wins 9-10 softball district
Lauren Fitzgerald had 15 strikeouts in the 4-2 win over Poland.
Ursuline camp stresses grades, behavior, football
Scouting Ohio’s Mark Porter said colleges still ask about grades first.
Relay for Life of Poland raises over $50,000 to fight cancer
Relay for Life of Poland raises over $50,000 to fight cancer
YCS community mourns death of Harris
The 21-year-old former Eagle was a third-team All-Ohioan in 2011.
Archie meets his end in comic book rendition
By DERRIK J. LANG AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES Archie Andrews will die taking a bullet
‘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
TOP U.S. HOSPITALS
TOP U.S. HOSPITALS U.S. News & World Report’s honor roll of the top hospitals in the nation. The
U.S. News & World Report ranks the Cleveland Clinic fourth overall nationally
Cleveland Clinic tops in cardiology and heart surgery
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.
Racino continues to take shape for fall opening
Media and government officials toured the site.
Man wanted in Texas
Man wanted in Texas NEW MIDDLETOWN Village police arrested a man Friday who is wanted for the
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
E-school sessions for parents, students
E-school sessions for parents, students AUSTINtown Representatives from Ohio Connections
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown Civil Service Commission, 4 p.m., commission office, seventh floor,
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.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jason J. Gaston, 21, of 11521 Det-wiler Road,
More anthrax problems at CDC
More anthrax problems at CDC NEW YORK A second investigation has detailed additional safety
New realty office
New realty office POLAND The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a ribbon-cutting for
Attendance up at Trumbull County Fair
Early days of rain subside as good weekend leads to higher attendance at Trumbull County Fair
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.
Trustees approve paving project, discuss massage parlors
Last massage parlor closed voluntarily after police raid
Bergdahl returned to regular Army duty
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Army has given Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl a desk job, ending the formal
COLUMBIANA COUNTY State board releases $500K for housing for disabled
Staff report COLUMBUS The state Controlling Board released $500,000 Monday for housing for
Neighbors complain of speeders
One resident said that there is also a house with multiple vehicles and a boat parked in the yard.
birthdays
birthdays Actor Ken Kercheval (“Dallas”) is 79. Actor Jan-Michael Vincent is 70. Singer Millie
Sidewalk memorial honors cop killer
Associated Press JERSEY CITY, N.J. A day after a rookie police officer was gunned down in an
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
Perry, Paul launch foreign-policy debate
Associated Press NEW YORK Two leading Republicans have begun an unusually personal war of words
Auditor Yost says charter schools require oversight reform
Dave Yost said he is a supporter of school choice.
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, July 15, the 196th day of 2014. There are 169 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Mentally ill pose challenge for jails
Associated Press CHICAGO The numbers, posted daily on the Cook County sheriff’s website, would
Egypt proposes cease-fire
Associated Press JERUSALEM Egypt presented a cease-fire plan Monday to end a week of heavy
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Citigroup to pay $7 billion in subprime-lending probe
Associated Press WASHINGTON Citigroup has agreed to pay $7 billion to settle a federal
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Nicole Yereb and Jacob Hambrick, Youngstown, boy, July 13.
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
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.82 .06 Avalon
newsmakers
newsmakers Golden Globe producers, organizers settle lawsuit LOS ANGELES The organization that
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.
Learn-to-swim class
Learn-to-swim class WARREN The American Red Cross of the Mahoning Valley is offering its Summer
oddly enough
oddly enough Man claims kingdom so daughter can be princess ABINGDON, Va. A Virginia man
Answers on injection wells, quakes
Associated Press FORT WORTH, Texas States where hydraulic fracturing is taking place have seen 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.”
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
CenturyLink training center will bring workers to area
At least 100 employees per year will come through company's downtown Warren training site
Irving among 19 on USA basketball roster
The team will report to training camp in Las Vegas this month.
Recovery program
Recovery program YOUNGSTOWN/WARREN The Help Hotline Crisis Center, Inc. Recovery Program offers
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