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YNDC gets state spotlight
The Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corp. isn’t even 5 years old and already has received state acknowledgment for its efforts in revitalizing the city.
Consecration of North Jackson shrine named minor basilica Saturday
The National Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon, and the original shrine in Harissa, Lebanon, share the designation of minor basilica.
Lose some lawn equiment this summer? Valley authorities may have caught the thieves
Police and prosecutors say car break-ins and burglaries in the Poland and Springfield area this summer were fueled by the drug trade.
As YSU faculty talks continue, strike authoritization vote planned
The union representing Youngstown State University faculty will schedule a strike authorization vote for later this month.
Kasich appoints retired Judge Evans to ethics panel; Dem chairman alleges political trade
A retired Mahoning County Common Pleas Court judge who pushed back his last day on the bench to allow the governor’s appointment to avoid a special election and serve the two-plus years remaining on his term, was selected by the governor to a seat on the Ohio Ethics Commission.
Youngstown Christian says indicted teacher had only group contact with students
Youngstown Christian School issued a press release Friday that said a former employee who was indicted on child-pornography charges Thursday was a part-time teacher at the school who only interacted with students in a group setting.
Poland's new scoreboard doing much more than keeping scores
Though $115,000 might seem like a steep price for a scoreboard, Poland school officials say the new one at Dave Pavlansky Field is nothing but a win for the community.
Officials urge businesses to help school district at Good Morning Boardman
“Leadership is the action that you take to serve others for the greater good.”
NAACP's national youth leader says recent protests are decades-long wounds rising to surface
When Sammie Dow was in eighth grade in North Carolina, he received an NAACP youth leadership award. He was part of a family that was active in the organization.
Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation gets statewide award
Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation gets statewide award
UPDATE | Kansas AG seeks to block same-sex marriage licenses
Kansas AG seeks to block same-sex marriages
Boardman police investigate case of woman found unresponsive in pool
Boardman police investigate case of woman found unresponsive in pool
17 indicted for series of car break ins and burglaries in Poland/Springfield
17 indicted for series of car break ins and burglaries in Poland/Springfield
CLUB CALENDAR
AUXILIARIES St. Elizabeth Health Center Auxiliary will meet at noon Monday in the Azalea Room at
Society will offer open house
Poland Historical Society will host open house Sunday at the Little Red Schoolhouse.
Junior League seeks new members
Junior League seeks new members YOUNGSTOWN The Junior League of Youngstown hosted its first
What happens when athletes break law or school policy?
Current coaches and former players weigh in on how to prevent code of conduct violations from happening — or if it's even possible — and ways to deal with them once they do.
Area communities decide whether to take ODOT's ballooned salt price
Mahoning, Trumbull counties use alternates while some local communities take advantage of ODOT price
Fitch coming off big road win over Massillon
Veteran coach Phil Annarella has Austintown Fitch out to 5-1 record this season, including a 34-33 win last week at Massillon.
Valley auto sales up 14.3 percent from last year
The Automobile Dealers Association of Eastern Ohio releases local auto sales numbers
Mom's program presents anti-bullying message to Boardman second-graders
Boardman woman started anti-bullying program in honor of her daughter
YSU sophomore DE fulfills father’s football promise
The Penguins’ coaches were intrigued by his size, his pass-rushing ability and his upside.
Division II golf Mooney golfers ready for challenge at state
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It’s been 25 years since Cardinal Mooney last won a
Polish Youngstown celebrates National Pirogi Day and its 7th anniversary
Tad Siembida demonstrates how to make the ethnic food
Affidavit: Lordstown man pointed gun at law enforcement officers
Youngstown businessman George Rafidi awoke to the sounds of police knocking on the door to his Lordstown home and saying, “search warrant.”
Green Day, Sting among Rock Hall nominees
By DAVID BAUDER Associated Press NEW YORK The punk trio Green Day, the short-lived British
Devilish duo: Hughes, Maslach reach milestones
Aleah Hughes reached 1,100 kills and Rachel Maslach each 1,034 assists.
Youngstown agrees to give access to businessman buying fire station
The station has long-standing structural issues
Canfield opposes charter amendments spearheaded by Frank Micchia
City calls them unnecesssary; Micchia says they would lead to transparency, accountability
Campbell city schools pilot two statewide programs
Both programs will help improve how administration and teachers work with the students.
Cardinal Joint Fire District asks Canfield voters for funding operations of new station
New fire station would be on Herbert Road, next to township athletic fields
Mahoning commissioners vote to pay $23,500 for probate court audit
The commissioners voted to pay the state auditor $23,500 for a special audit of the county’s probate court
Dow sinks 334 points for worst day of year
The stock market had its worst day of the year Thursday, just 24 hours after recording its best.
Taft students reap rewards from their 4-H club garden
Taft Elementary School 4-H Club members, from left, Ja-Liya Jackson, South Range High School senior Kayla Zimbardi, Bra’Nia Underwood, Braylun Anderson, Ja’Mya Jackson, Derek Pugh, Kataira Broadhurst, teacher and club adviser Laurie McEwan, Ja’cora Jackson, Alexis Williams and South Range High School senior Dillon McBee pose in the club’s garden across from the school.
Poland Community Briefs
Miller steps down as Mill Creek MetroParks Executive Director The Mill Creek MetroParks Board of
6 US military planes arrive in Ebola hot zone in W. Africa
Associated Press MONROVIA, Liberia Six U.S. military planes arrived in the Ebola hot zone
Lego to scrap Shell deal after drilling protest
Associated Press COPENHAGEN, Denmark Danish toy maker Lego said Thursday it won’t renew a deal
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Judy Collins and Don McLean, 8 p.m.: Expect to hear “Both Sides
FitzGerald blasts his critics
Opinion: Ed FitzGerald, the Democratic nominee for governor, accepts some responsibility for problems that
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Brookfield Township trustees, special meeting, 8 a.m., township park, 7291
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jarrod G. Harris, 25, of 4436 Meadowview Drive,
Judge refuses to dismiss conviction of telemarketer
Associated Press CLEVELAND A federal judge has refused to dismiss a Northeast Ohio telemarketing
YEARS AGO
Today is Friday, Oct. 10, the 283rd day of 2014. There are 82 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Columbus woman sexually assaulted, set on fire
Associated Press COLUMBUS A central Ohio woman told police she was dragged into the bushes off a
Attendance up at Columbus zoo
Associated Press COLUMBUS Attendance records are on track to fall this year at the Columbus Zoo
Free clothing
Free clothing Mount Zion Baptist Church, 827 Wilson Ave., Youngstown, free clothing giveaway
METRO DIGEST || Cruelty charge filed
Cruelty charge filed WARREN Police charged John Simoudis, 43, of Edgewood Street Northeast, with
Struthers adds 15 to Hall of Fame next week
Struthers adds 15 to Hall of Fame next week STRUTHERS Struthers City Schools will induct 15 new
Purported head of drug cartel arrested
Purported head of drug cartel arrested MEXICO CITY Federal police arrested reputed Juarez drug
METRO DIGEST || Robberty attempt on Ohio Avenue
Robbery attempt north of YSU YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University police said that shortly
Canfield volleyball team sweeps Fitch in regular-season finale
Cardinals middle hitter Darby Hepola was one of four celebrating Senior Night and the best regular season in school history.
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-under 70 at the
oddly enough
oddly enough Marijuana-soda bottles explode at Washington shop BELLINGHAM, Wash. Bottles of
more prep results
GIRLS TENNIS Hannah Cianciola and Ashley Kaleel did it the hard way, but the Canfield doubles team
Puskas: Falcons looking for Week 8 opponent
Fitch was notified Tuesday that next week’s opponent won’t be coming to play.
Marketing seminar set at WCBA at YSU
Marketing seminar set at WCBA at YSU YOUNGSTOWN From 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 8, the Youngstown
8 teens arrested in string of robberies
Associated Press CINCINNATI Police have arrested eight teens they say are associated with
Teachers end strike in Reynoldsburg
Associated Press REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio Reynoldsburg teachers and the city’s school board have
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity from the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
newsmakers
newsmakers Utah appeals ruling in ‘Sister Wives’ case SALT LAKE CITY Utah’s attorney general
Talent scout to give presentation at Ruth’s Dance
Renowned New York Talent Scout Peter Sklar knows a thing or two about helping aspiring child stars
Mr., Mrs. Brosko and their family celebrate 50th
BOARDMAN Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brosko of Boardman marked the 50th anniversary of their wedding Aug.
Eckenrodes mark 50th anniversary
BOARDMAN Robert T. and Marie A. Eckenrode of Boardman celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary
Pallantes mark 55th anniversary with Mass, game
CANFIELD Dr. Martin and Sally Pallante of Canfield will celebrate their 55th wedding anniversary
SENIOR SALUTE — BAND EDITION
Name: Ryan Mrofchak; Danielle Fisher Instrument: Clarinet and Bass Clarinet; Flute Q. When
Fitch hosts Mahoning Valley Robotics Challenge
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com With there being a large expense to enter robotics
YSU history expert gives insight into Russian conflict
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com On Sept. 8, a large capacity crowd filled the meeting room
Austintown Community Briefs
Miller steps down as Mill Creek MetroParks Executive Director The Mill Creek MetroParks Board of
Austintown Sports Briefs
Girls volleyball has loss The Austintown Fitch varsity girls volleyball team lost to Jefferson
Toledo nervously awaits fate of beloved Jeep
Associated Press TOLEDO The thought of losing the Jeep Wrangler — a direct descendant of the
Don’t undervalue importance of voting now through Nov. 4
Editorial: One can pardon many Ohioans for being dazed and confused over early voting for the Nov. 4 general
Fellows Riverside Gardens hosts bridal fair
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com For the 10th consecutive year, Fellows Riverside
Joy, perplexity with high court
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Gay rights supporters were simultaneously jubilant and perplexed Monday when the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 23.77 —.50 Avalon
A change in social, legal landscape
Opinion: WASHINGTON Who would have thought: That gay rights groups’ biggest concern would not be how the
Modiano wins Nobel prize for literature
Associated Press STOCKHOLM Patrick Modiano of France, who has made a lifelong study of the Nazi
New family portrait: 3-D statue selfies
Associated Press NEW YORK Walk into Eddie DaRoza’s office and you’ll find two of him there: the
America Makes adds leading national security members
America Makes announced four new national laboratories as members and the National Security Campus.
COLUMBUS DAY What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed Monday for Columbus
Sturgeon discusses business at rotary meeting
Local businesswoman Carrie Sturgeon was guest speaker at the Rotary Club of Austintown on Sept. 15,
Secret Service rep hints at cover-up
Associated Press WASHINGTON Two years after a prostitution scandal rocked the Secret Service, a
Pot shops in Colorado offer milder wares for novices
Associated Press DENVER Recreational-marijuana sellers are reaching out to novice cannabis users
Jobless-aid applications fall to 287,000
Associated Press WASHINGTON Slightly fewer Americans sought unemployment benefits last week,
‘Bucket list’ finished, boy dies hours after birth
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA A couple who say they carried out a “bucket list” of trips for
Gay couples begin marrying in Vegas
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Gay couples began getting married Thursday in Las Vegas — the self-
kobani, syria US-led coalition ramps up bombing
Associated Press MURSITPINAR, Turkey The U.S.-led coalition intensified its aerial bombardment
Fatal St. Louis police shooting reignites anger among activists
Associated Press ST. LOUIS Two months after a Ferguson officer killed Michael Brown, setting off
OHSAA BYLAWS | Revised by Referendum, May 2014
While each school has its own Code of Conduct for students and athletes, the Ohio High School
Kimberly Rutkowski v Carmen DeLucia
YOUNGSTOWN Kimberly Rutkowski and Carmen DeLucia were united in marriage during a July 18
Austintown library hosts Lego my Library event
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com The Austintown library hosted its monthly Lego my Library
Colts survive on big first quarter
Andrew Luck and the Indianapolis Colts had a great first quarter and did just enough the rest of the way.
Poland Historical Society to host open house
The Poland Historical Society will host an open house at the Little Red Schoolhouse, located at 4515
West Boulevard ranked 10th in Ohio
According to the state report card, West Boulevard Elementary School ranked 10th out of 2,888 K-4
Austintown Colts sweep Little Falcons again
The Austintown Colts 100 pound squad set the tone for the day with a win over the Austintown Little
Pink Ribbon to illuminate St. Elizabeth Health Center in October
To promote Breast Cancer Awareness, a pink ribbon will illuminate St. Elizabeth Health Center
Mastro inducted into Fitch HOF, gets hole in one
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Aug. 30 and 31 were huge days in the life of Austintown’s
Stacey Studio needs your votes
Stacey Studio has applied for a $150,000 grant from Chase as part of a newly launched program,
Fall Market celebrates 45 years
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Taking full advantage of a beautiful fall day, attendees of
Canfield library breaks ground for new facility
Not letting the impending rain showers damped their excitement, members of the Canfield community gathered on the Canfield Library building site for the official groundbreaking ceremony for the new library Oct. 3.
Baird Mitchell honored by Poland historians
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Baird Mitchell, one of the best athletes in Poland’s
Poland Schools Foundation to honor outstanding alumni
The Poland Schools Foundation for Educational Excellence will honor three graduates of Poland
Poland Sports Briefs
MVCA basketball coaches’ meeting The Mahoning Valley Coaches’ Executive Committee will be hosting
Poland United Methodist Church got active to raise money to fight ALS
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com The main fundraiser to raise money for ALS research is the
Holy Family School takes ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Holy Family School began the new school year with a
Poland library hosts Lego my Library event
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com One of the more popular programs at the Poland library is
Lady Cardinals soccer team honors senior team members
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Friends and family joined the Canfield High School girls
World War II veteran Irwin Stovroff speaks at the Poland library
On Sept. 10, Irwin Stovroff appeared at the Poland library to give a speech on his experiences in World War II and the work he’s doing to help veterans.
Cub Scouts to begin popcorn fundraiser
Canfield’s Cub Scout Pack 25 and Boy Scout Troop 25 of Canfield United Methodist Church will be
Boardman library hosts Sensory Story Time
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com The Sensory Story Time event that the Boardman library
Boardman Sports Briefs
Lady Spartans defeat Hubbard The Boardman High School Lady Spartans defeated Hubbard High School
Canfield Community Briefs
Miller steps down as Mill Creek MetroParks Executive Director The Mill Creek MetroParks Board of
Boardman Community Briefs
Boardman Park to host Halloween events The Pumpkin Carve-out Contest is your chance to create
Boardman library event informs on starting a nonprofit
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com A new program was started Sept. 13 at the Boardman
Stadium Drive takes the Ice Bucket Challenge
On Sept. 5, Stadium Drive Elementary School participated in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, with the school’s entire staff participating.
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