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Famed nun of movie 'Dead Man Walking' to speak in Warren Monday

Sister Helen Prejean, author of “Dead Man Walking: An Eyewitness Account of the Death Penalty in the United States,” will talk about the death penalty at 7 p.m. Monday at John F. Kennedy High School, 2550 Central Parkway SE.


Ex-con asks Youngstown council to remove convictions from job apps

Ex-con asks Youngstown council to remove convictions from job apps


Mathews school board reaches agreement with nonteaching workers

Mathews school board reaches agreement with nonteaching workers


NYC inmate baked to death in cell

NYC inmate baked to death in cell


Ohio teacher pleads not guilty in bullying case

Ohio teacher pleads not guilty in bullying case


Family in Texas deadly wreck settles some cases

Family in Texas deadly wreck settles some cases DALLAS (AP) — The family of a North Texas teen who


Ky. same-sex marriage recognition put on hold

Ky. same-sex marriage recognition put on hold


25th annual I-X Indoor Amusement Park opens Friday in Cleveland

25th annual I-X Indoor Amusement Park opens Friday in Cleveland


Probe looks for anomalies in Seattle chopper crash

Probe looks for anomalies in Seattle chopper crash


Free help offered Saturday for health care insurance signups

Free help offered Saturday for health care insurance signups


License restored to lawyer who exposed himself

License restored to lawyer who exposed himself


Starbucks CEO says company is just getting started

Starbucks CEO says company is just getting started


Ukraine making plans to pull troops from Crimea

Ukraine making plans to pull troops from Crimea


Police seek 14-year-old runaways

Police seek 14-year-old runaways


No pope meeting for Russell Crowe, 'Noah' makers

No pope meeting for Russell Crowe, 'Noah' makers


Ben Lupo brine-dumping plea set Monday in federal court

Ben Lupo brine-dumping plea set Monday in federal court


Probe eyes gifts given to ex-Pa. liquor officials

Probe eyes gifts to ex.Pa. liquor officials


Israel unleashes air strikes on Syrian targets

Israelis unleashes air strikes on Syrian military posts


Report: Pa. fish and game merger would save millions

Report: Pa. fish and game merger would save millions


Dayton judge launches drug court for women

Dayton judge launches drug court for women


Mediation attempted in civil-rights suit against Youngstown

Mediation attempted to civil-rights suit against Youngstown


DeLeon out as port authority executive director

DeLeon out as port authority executive director


NYC fire department settles discrimination lawsuit

NYC fire department settles discrimination lawsuit


Woman pleads to her role in beating case

Woman pleads to her role in beating case


Truck driver cited in 680 snarl

Truck driver cited in 680 snarl


Boardman cops arrest two after drug probe

Boardman cops arrest two after drug probe


Five NFL scouts attend YSU Pro Day

Five NFL scouts attend YSU Pro Day.


Ex-al-Qaida spokesman tells of meeting bin Laden

Ex-al-Qaida spokesman tells of meeting bin Laden


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Butcher Danny Catullo and FedEx

March 20, 2014 | Danny Catullo of Poland butcher shop Catullo Prime Meats

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Hubbard filmmaker's 'Oliver, Stoned'

March 18, 2014 | | Filmmaker Tom Morris

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US files charge against Toyota, $1.2B penalty

US files charge against Toyota, $1.2B penalty WASHINGTON (AP) — The government announced a $1.2


DeWine meets with Valley police chiefs

DeWine meets with Valley police chiefs BOARDMAN Ohio Atty. General Mike DeWine joined the


Assault reported in Campbell

Assault reported in Campbell CAMPBELL — Police are investigating a report of felonious assault


Campbell police investigate reports of gunfire

Campbell police investigate reports of gunfire CAMPBELL — City police investigated reports of


Renowned physicist is Thursday’s Skeggs lecturer

Michio Kaku’s latest book, released last month is No. 1 on the New York Times bestseller list


Malaysia: Files were deleted from flight simulator

Malaysia: Files were deleted from flight simulator KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — Investigators are


Youngstown police arrest Sharon man on rape and kidnapping warrants

Youngstown police arrest Sharon man on rape and kidnapping warrants YOUNGSTOWN — A man police said


Autopsy confirms man bled to death in car

Autopsy confirms man bled to death in car PITTSBURGH (AP) — A western Pennsylvania medical


Port authority approves $420,000 to attract daily air service

Port authority approves $420,000 to attract daily air service VIENNA The Western Reserve


Warning Russia, Biden says US will defend allies

Warning Russia, Biden says US will defend allies VILNIUS, Lithuania (AP) — Issuing an outright


Ukraine officials denied Crimea entry; base taken

Ukraine officials denied Crimea entry; base taken SEVASTOPOL, Crimea (AP)— Authorities in Crimea


Man seeks to withdraw murder-for-hire plea

Man seeks to withdraw murder-for-hire plea WILKES-BARRE, Pa. (AP) — A Florida man is seeking to


Trial ordered in strangulation murder of woman

Trial ordered in strangulation murder of woman ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — A man has been ordered to


Lupo will enter new plea to charge of violating the Clean Water Act

Lupo will enter new plea to charge of violating the Clean Water Act CLEVELAND Ben Lupo, who is


Man arrested in Feb. 21 robbery at Gypsy Lane Family Dollar

Police arrested a man at a Robinwood Avenue home at about 2:20 p.m. Monday on a warrant in the robbery of a North Side Family Dollar Feb. 21.


YPD reviewing arrest of cop in Austintown

The Youngstown Police Department’s Internal Affairs Division is looking into the arrest of a city officer in Austintown.


FOOD SALES AND DINNERS

TODAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve a


Tax service sets rummage sale day

Tax service sets rummage sale day BOARDMAN Liberty Tax Service will host its third annual


Historical society is searching for mill workers

Historical society is searching for mill workers


Order spring pond fish through April 18

The Mahoning County Soil and Water Conservation District is taking orders for fish to stock local ponds through April 18 during its spring fish sale.


Gun, ammo found in arrest at North Side home

Police found a gun and several types of ammunition after arresting a 19-year-old man on a warrant at about 4:35 p.m. Monday at a North Side home.


Woman arrested after man knocked unconscious by coffee cup

Police arrested a Ravine Avenue woman early Wednesday after she was accused of throwing a coffee cup at a man, hitting him in the forehead.


Ellwood City man died of broken neck

A man who was found dead outside a neighbor’s house Sunday afternoon died of a broken neck, Pennsylvania State Police in New Castle, Pa, reported.


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Wal-Mart to start buying used video games

Wal-Mart plans to start buying used video games from shoppers at stores in a move that goes after the bread-and-butter business of GameStop.

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Semi crashes tie up traffic on I-680, SR 82

OSHP and Youngstown police increasing presence on I-680

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$17M for proposed Valley improvements in state budget

Youngstown Business Incubator, Youngstown State University, Stambaugh Auditorium and others would benefit


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Niles’ Stout emerges as top Strongman

He turned to the sport three years ago to fill the void from no longer playing lacrosse.

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As voting deadline nears, Youngstown council hasn’t seen city’s budget

Council must approve the spending plan by March 31

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Worth the wait: YSU wins opener

YSU beat Eastern Michigan in the first game at its new softball stadium.

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Aldridge, Scott earn All-Ohio honors

LaBrae’s Peyton Aldridge and Wellsville’s Nate Scott are first-team All-Ohio selections.


New Castle survives scare

The unbeaten Red Hurricanes will play in the PIAA Class state final Saturday night.


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Veterans service agency has 1st female director

VSC to increase social media presence - reach more veterans

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Pittsburgh routs YSU baseball team

Pittsburgh scored four runs in the first inning and five in the third en route to a 12-1 victory.


Macy’s hosts Boardman Park donation program

Until March 31, shoppers at the Boardman Macy's can donate to Boardman Park.


Trumbull officials celebrate getting more than minimum of demo money

The $3.2 million will allow the county to knock down another 250 of the county’s most-blighted homes


SPORTS DIGEST || Trumbull coaches banquet is Monday

Trumbull coaches banquet is Monday HOWLAND The Trumbull County Coaches Association will hold its


State shuts down Warren Tae Kwan Do charity

State shuts down Warren Tae Kwan Do charity


'Crawl for Cancer' event set April 4 in downtown

Youngstown State University’s American Society of Mechanical Engineers organization is hosting the event


Appeals court in Youngstown orders judge to resentence wife killer Wellington

An appeals court ordered a judge to resentence a killer in accordance with the law that was in effect at the time of the slaying


Cheryl Waite now unopposed for 4th appeals judgeship term

The challenger cited an ‘unexpected health issue’ as her reason for withdrawing


U.S. magistrate recommends $200,000 payment order

A U.S. magistrate recommended a man, whose whereabouts are unknown, be ordered to pay nearly $200,000 for leased photocopiers and accessories.


Running for autism

David Deeter, a science teacher and track and cross country coach in the Maplewood School District, qualified to run in the Boston Marathon, which is April 21, using the race as a way to help promote understanding of autism and raise money for research. He is with daughters Saleen, 13, left, who has autism, and Shelby, 14.


Manningham returns to New York Giants

Warren Harding High graduate Mario Manningham, one of the Giants’ most productive receivers from 2008-2011, will rejoin the team.


N.C. State begins March Madness by ousting Xavier

Given a second chance, T.J. Warren put on a show in the NCAA tournament.


METRO DIGEST || YSU gets award

YSU gets award Youngstown For the third-consecutive year, the Ohio Department of Health has


Penguins bounce back against Stars

Pittsburgh recovered from a dismal weekend sweep at the hands of Philadelphia by jumping on Dallas early.


Pipeline leaks thousands of gallons of oil

Associated Press CINCINNATI Environmental authorities and cleanup workers raced Tuesday to clean


Putin signs treaty to add Crimea; 2 killed are takeover’s first fatalities

Associated Press MOSCOW In a gilded Kremlin hall used by czars, Vladimir Putin redrew Russia’s


Program to focus on great Valley women

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN “Founding Mothers: Great Women in Mahoning Valley History” will be


Leak found in gas main at blast site

Leak found in gas main at blast site NEW YORK A gas-main leak has been found at the site of the


Media seeking unfettered coverage of Obama

Associated Press DENVER The Associated Press is seeking to broaden independent news coverage of


News helicopter crashes, killing 2

Associated Press SEATTLE A news helicopter crashed onto a street and burst into flames Tuesday


Health care flaw

Associated Press WASHINGTON Some of America’s best cancer hospitals are off-limits to many of


Two men plead guilty in separate Howland crimes

Two men plead guilty in separate Howland crimes


Home Savings and Loan’s Bevack to retire

Gary M. Small, who most recently served as senior executive vice president — chief banking officer for S&T Bank in Indiana, Pa., will succeed Bevack


Births

Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Walter and Kimberly Fowler, Lowellville, boy, March 14.


Years Ago

Today is Wednesday, March 19, the 78th day of 2014. There are 287 days left in the year.


Agenda Thursday

Agenda Thursday Lordstown Board of Public Affairs, 4 p.m., Lordstown Administration Building,


Failing schools on the bubble

Opinion: Natchez (Miss.) Democrat: Employees at the Mississippi Department of Education are probably praying


Consumer prices increase 0.1 percent

Associated Press WASHINGTON Cheaper energy kept U.S. consumer prices in check last month,


Series helps artists thrive

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Arts Mean Business, a four-part professional development series


Passed-over vets receive Medal of Honor

Associated Press WASHINGTON They were heroes who didn’t get their due. On Tuesday, 24 mostly


Two arrested in West Side fight

Suspects home shot up later


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What's in a name?

Four Star Diner lives up to its name.

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POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN

POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND


Francis extends global reach with his down-to-earth style

Opinion: Francis extends global reach with his down-to-earth style I read an article about Pope Francis


High praise

High praise Chef Michael Symon was quoted in Food Network Magazine calling the Mo-Fo burger the


School leader pleads not guilty in bribe case

Associated Press CLEVELAND A school superintendent and grounds director have pleaded not guilty


BUSINESS DIGEST || Networking event

Networking event WARREN There will be a networking event for local business owners in Trumbull


MAHONING COUNTY COURTS

courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses James W. Kidd Jr., 39, of 3326 Dorset Ave.,


METRO DIGEST || Girard seeking roofing bids

Girard seeking bids girard The city will advertise for bids April 4 to replace the roof on the


Video games released this week, according to Gamestop.com:

Video games released this week, according to Gamestop.com: v “Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z”: PlayStation


Thailand gives radar data 10 days after Malaysian plane went missing

Associated Press KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia Ten days after a Malaysian jetliner disappeared,


Murder suspect found guilty of domestic violence

Sentencing to be at later date


Valley logs blockbuster success in push to raze blighted homes

Editorial: Kaboom! Expect that ear-piercing sound to intensify throughout the Mahoning Valley in coming


Albany notches first NCAA tournament victory

D.J. Evans scored 22 points, including two clinching free throws with 12.6 seconds left, to lead Albany to its first NCAA tournament victory.


James scores 43 as Miami edges Cavaliers

As shot after shot dropped through the net, it became clear LeBron James was going to have one of those special nights.


Grueling drills helped Indians’ Allen develop mental toughness

In just one season at High Point University, Indians reliever Cody Allen felt what mental toughness means.


Winter is winding down, time to brighten up brunch

Family Features As winter winds down and the thaw of spring arrives, celebrate the season with a


Pearl eyes big things for Auburn

The former Tennessee coach agreed to a six-year deal.


An ultimate wine food experience

An ultimate wine food experience A recent tasting offered four incredible older vintage wines and


Browns officially add WR Hawkins

The Browns stripped a rival of a quality player. Call it a free agent fumble.


Ask Mr. Know It All

Q: Who are the two men in the car in the Sonic Drive- In commercials? -- J.B., Clinton, Mo. A:


Irving hopes season isn’t over after injury

Kyrie Irving managed to find a silver lining — and a sliver of hope for the Cavaliers’ playoff chances — while dealing with his latest injury.


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