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Stories published July 16, 2014
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
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
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