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V24: 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.”
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 ...
Stories published July 31, 2014
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
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.
America Makes weekend to showcase Valley's manufacturing talent
Because when “America makes, America works.”
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.
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.
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.
Chaney principal fired — again
The contract for the former principal at Chaney High School has been terminated — again.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Struthers councilman preserves piece of city fire department’s history
Struthers councilman-at-large preserves part of history
Canfield 11-12 team to play in Indianapolis regional
They will represent Ohio after defeating Hamilton, 3-2, in the state championship last week.
YSU basketball star Kendrick Perry headed for Australia
Kendrick Perry will play for the Sydney Kings.
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
Warren woman charged with letting dogs run
Animal agents found 13 dogs living in deplorable conditions
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.
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
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.”
Pulliam: It’s high anxiety while on deadline
The trade deadline has always grabbed my attention and this year is no different.
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
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
Liberty schools ask for oversight release
The district has been in fiscal oversight for three years.
Salem theater offers Mel Brooks’ ‘The Producers’
Staff report SALEM The Mahoning Valley premiere of the musical comedy “The Producers” opens
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.
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
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.
Gardening Basics: Fall Vegetables
Gardening Basics: Fall Vegetables When: Saturday, 10–11:30 a.m. What: Vegetable gardening can
Remove spent blooms?
Remove spent blooms? Yes! On perennials, the blooms will form seeds. This takes energy away from
Warren council approves participation in Golden Triangle grant request
Council approved legislation Wednesday providing $9,000 in cash.
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,
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.
Steelers announce Greene’s No. 75 will be retired on Nov. 2
No Steeler has worn No. 75 since Joe Greene retired in 1981.
ukraine Flight 17 remains still lie exposed
Associated Press DONETSK, Ukraine Almost two weeks after Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 was blown
Japanese knotweed is invasive
Q. What are these strange weeds? They are tall, hollow like bamboo, have large leaves and are taking
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Domenic J. Grilli, 27, of 43 Renwick Drive, Poland,
Congress cooperates, fights as recess nears
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan voted to support the veterans health bill
Entitlement mentality stretches from government to churches
Opinion: Entitlement mentality stretches from government to churches In regard to the Ann Mc- Featters
Trees dying at ground level?
Trees dying at ground level? “Weed wacker disease” is commonly misdiagnosed as some sort of a
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.
Gaza war Obama takes tougher line against casualties
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration condemned the deadly shelling of a United
Plane crashes in San Diego lot
Plane crashes in San Diego lot SAN DIEGO A small plane has crashed in a San Diego shopping
Man shot in arm
Man shot in arm JACKSON CENTER, Pa. A 22-year-old man is in Mercer County jail after
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.
oddly enough
oddly enough Man run over by own truck during road rage GAINESVILLE, Fla. A man in Florida
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Brookfield Township Trustees, special meeting with executive session 3 p.m.,
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Diana Dybski and Stephen Hatszegi, North Lima, girl, July 29.
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.
Associated Press
Associated Press JERUSALEM Despite Israeli casualties and world criticism, a near-consensus in
newsmakers
newsmakers Hijuelos novel set for posthumous release NEW YORK A novel completed by Pulitzer
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
METRO DIGEST || Time changed
Time changed LOWELLVILLE Lowellville school board amended the time of its special board meeting
YBI to receive check
YBI to receive check YOUNGSTOWN The AT&T Foundation is presenting a $10,000 check to the
“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
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Bank of America fined $1.3 billion
Associated Press NEW YORK A federal judge imposed a $1.3 billion civil penalty against Bank of
More vigorous economy appears to be emerging
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. economy has rebounded with vigor from a grim start to 2014
Grubbs to perform in Show Place Series
Staff report austintown The Show Place Series at the Manor restaurant, 3104 S. Canfield-Niles
‘Know your customer’ rules are proposed for banks
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. government is proposing new rules for banks and other
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
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Get on Up (PG-13) A biopic about the Godfather of Soul, James Brown, from his
NIGHTLIFE
B&O Complex, 530 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-480-9859 Sun: Bernadette Lim, Tribe of EOS, Guilty
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
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.19 —.22 Avalon
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Unnecessary Farce,SDRq directed by David El’Hatton, Salem Community Theater,
For Gloriana singer, Flatts tour is surreal
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Literally from the time she was 5 years old, Gloriana
WTG
Today Crafts Plein air painting (registration required), 6 to 9 p.m., Fellows Riverside Gardens,
Ohio Glaciers headed for NABF college event
The Ohio Glaciers will open play today in the NABF College Division World Series in Toledo.
POLICE CALLS IN GIRARD, HUBBARD, LIBERTY
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Hubbard and Liberty: GIRARD July
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