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Officials, residents happy, relieved US 224 work coming to close
With work on the U.S. Route 224 bridge over Interstate 680 drawing to a close, Poland and Boardman officials, as well as businesses, say they couldn’t be happier that the project is almost complete.
Wheary cut from YSU team after punching wall, flooding apartments
A Youngstown State University football player punched a hole in a wall so hard he broke a waterline to a sprinkler system, flooding several rooms in his Wick Oval apartment complex, university police report.
Youngstown school board awaits training schedule from state
The president of the city school board expects to learn more today about when training for school board members will begin as required in the updated academic recovery plan.
Less than 64% Ohio kids properly immunized in 2013
New data shows Ohio now ranks 49th in the country for childhood immunizations.
Search continues for Mill Creek director
The Mill Creek MetroParks board continues the process of finding a new executive director to replace director Dennis Miller, who announced his resignation last month and will be leaving at year’s end.
Youngstown management pay increases on hold, pending costs report
City council won’t act today on a series of proposals from the mayor to raise the salaries of city management workers and increase payments for various bonuses for items such as having college degrees and for not using sick time.
Ryan focusing on manufacturing; opponent running so there's a race
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan’s Republican challenger, Thomas Pekarek, said he’s running for the 13th Congressional District seat because “all people deserve a race.”
Struthers hires middle school STEM teacher
STEM is on the minds of Struthers school district administrators this year.
Youngstown paying $50K to settle police brutality suit
City council will consider legislation today to have the board of control pay $50,000 to the city’s insurance company to settle a federal police brutality lawsuit.
10-year-old Pa. boy fatally beats woman, 90, in her bed
10-year-old Pa. boy fatally beats woman, 90, in her bed
Local chamber opposes Ohio bill to eliminate Common Core ed standards
Local chamber opposes Ohio bill to eliminate Common Core ed standards
UPDATE: Man in custody after fleeing and firing at Hubbard officer
UPDATE: Man in custody after fleeing and firing at Hubbard officer
Ebola concerns send 'worried well' to Ohio hospitals
Ebola concerns send 'worried well' to Ohio hospitals
61-year-old indicted on rape charge in Trumbull County
61-year-old indicted on rape charge in Trumbull County
Americans try to solve Ryder Cup woes with task force
Americans try to solver Ryder Cup woes with task force
UPDATE: Hubbard police catch man who fired at officer
UPDATE: Hubbard police catch man who fired at officer
Doctor: Ohio woman injured by rock on car doing well
Doctor: Ohio woman injured by rock on car doing well
Lowellville police raise almost $500 selling hotdogs
Lowellville police raise almost $500 selling hotdogs
School won’t have to pay $100K in student sex case
School won’t have to pay $100K in student sex case
Trumbull prosecutor again asks for Martin Petersime to remain in prison
Trumbull prosecutor again asks for Martin Petersime to remain in prison
Youngstown police arrest man in connection with shooting
Youngstown police arrest man in connection with shooting
Doctor gives blood for Ebola-infected Dallas nurse
Doctor gives blood for Ebola-infected Dallas nurse
Sisters will gather for panel discussion
Sisters will gather for panel discussion YOUNGSTOWN Joanie’s Sisters in Support, a sorority of
Wellness center's 5K event raises $1,500 for autism
Center's 5K event proceeds will go to autism groups.
East High classes celebrate 50th reunion
East High School classes joined together for a 50th celebration.
REUNIONS
An All-City Class Reunion Party will take place from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Nov. 28 at the B&O, 530
Boardman Township and firefighters union headed to conciliation over contract
Biggest issue is wages, both sides say
Federal application for daily flights reveals company’s financial details
An informed source says the service would more likely use Chicago O’Hare International Airport and begin as soon as November
A happy beginning
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES 11He didn’t, and when they return home,
Barbershop chapter sings from the heart
Penn-Ohio Singers are rehearsing for concert Nov. 1.
‘Dance’ finalist’s dream continues with tour
IF YOU GO What: “So You Think You Can Dance” tour When: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 20 at Connor Palace, 1615
Newsweek names six schools among top high schools
The magazine ranked Maplewood No. 68, Girard No. 89 and YEC No. 251 out of 500 schools for top schools for low-income students
Township approves liquor license for 76 Drive bar
Township transfers $55K to parks fund while waiting on funds to come in
Student raises awareness through diabetes awareness
The three-mile walk begins at 9:30 a.m. and continues until noon at the Springfield High School Stadium
YSU ROUNDUP | News and notes
Fresh start: Sophomore guard Marcus Keene returns to the Penguins after being suspended for the
Cherry and celery keep prison guard on his toes
Q. I work as a correctional officer and have to go up and down flights of stairs 12 hours a day. My
Simon Roofing gets BBB accreditation
Simon Roofing gets BBB accreditation BOARDMAN Simon Roofing, a national commercial roofing
Hughes selected as PAC player of the week
Hughes selected as PAC player of the week Beaver falls P.A. Erica Hughes (Jackson Milton) was
Robb’s experience, qualifications ideal for appeals court judgeship
Editorial: In evaluating the Nov. 4 race for the 7th District Court of Appeals judgeship being vacated by
birthdays
birthdays Singer Barry McGuire is 79. Actress Linda Lavin is 77. Drummer Don Stevenson of Moby
Tailgating event
Tailgating event YOUNGSTOWN The Rose Mary Flanagan Ovarian Cancer Foundation is sponsoring
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, Oct. 14, the 287th day of 2014. There are 78 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Bryan and Jessica Piccirillo, Edinburg, Pa., boy, Oct. 12.
West Branch moves up parent conferences
West Branch moves up parent conferences BELOIT The West Branch School District’s first
Nobel winner’s research could help consumers
Associated Press U.S. consumers might be paying less than they are for cable and Internet access
ferguson, mo. Police: More than 50 arrested in protest
Associated Press FERGUSON, Mo. Pounding rain and tornado watches didn’t deter hundreds of
Live music on television this week includes:
Live music on television this week includes: v Foo Fighters: Tonight, Wednesday, Thursday and
Little truth or consequences evident in Obama White House
Opinion: Little truth or consequences evident in Obama White House Truth or Consequences: These two words
1st appearance in 5 weeks for Kim
1st appearance in 5 weeks for Kim SEOUL, South Korea North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un has made
Toledo, Fiat Chrysler should work together, mayor says
Associated Press TOLEDO Toledo’s mayor isn’t about to pick a fight with Fiat Chrysler
J.C. Penney’s new CEO faces challenges
Associated Press NEW YORK J.C. Penney’s newly tapped CEO has a big challenge ahead of him: The
Comparing Ebola with AIDS
Opinion: Sacramento Bee: Only in hindsight will we truly know whether the global response to Ebola was rapid
“Anywhere deciduous trees are found has potential, but to me, by far the best place in Mill
“Anywhere deciduous trees are found has potential, but to me, by far the best place in Mill Creek
RECORD REVIEWs
Stevie Nicks Album: “24 Karat Gold: Songs From the Vault” (Warner Bros.) Grade: A As its title
Boardman High School students learn dangers of texting while driving
Boardman High School students learn dangers of texting while driving
Ohio judge denies bias; delay in trial expected
Associated Press CLEVELAND A judge overseeing the trial of a Cleveland police officer denies
Voiceprints being harvested
Associated Press LONDON Over the telephone, in jail and online, a new digital bounty is being
Secretary of state said he’s made it ‘easy to vote’ and ‘hard to cheat’
His Democratic opponent disagrees
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Divorces asked Enrique Nunez, 2240 Hubbard Road, Youngstown, v. Rosa L.
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday City of Youngstown, Wayfinding proposals discussion, 1:30 p.m., community
Climate change will challenge military, defense chief says
Associated Press AREQUIPA, Peru Rising sea levels and other effects of climate change will pose
National 'teen killer' expert educates Lowellville students
Phil Chalmers, expert on juvenile homicides, spoke with Lowellville students Monday to teach them about substance abuse, bullying, crime prevention and Internet safety.
Man faces charges of intimidation, burglary
Man faces charges of intimidation, burglary YOUNGSTOWN Police arrested a man Saturday afternoon
NEWSPAPER ANALYSIS Ohio VA employees received big bonuses
Associated Press DAYTON Ohio Veterans Affairs hospitals paid out nearly $6.5 million in bonuses
Feds to hospitals: ‘Think Ebola’
Associated Press DALLAS Federal health officials on Monday urged the nation’s hospitals to
Bishops say gays have gifts to offer church
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Catholic bishops signaled a radical shift in tone Monday about
Peak leaf color is mid- to late October and lasts about a week
The leaves are slowly changing from green to bright yellow with a smattering of the red of gum trees and sumacs at Mill Creek MetroParks Golf Course. Enjoying the fall weather are, from left, Steve Spencer in the golf cart, Jim Donlon and Jim Calcagni.
Next step in the process is up to Mahoning County commissioners
Goal is consolidation by July 1, 2015
Police will charge girl who brought pot brownies to school
Associated Press TROY, OHIO Police in western Ohio say they will file a marijuana-possession
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 23.89 0.07 Avalon
penn-ohio singers
penn-ohio singers Annual concert Penn-Ohio Singers, Shenango Valley Chaper of Barbershop Harmony
61 Eagle's Nest locations to close
Out of more than 100 child care centers, Giant Eagle will close 61.
oddly enough
oddly enough Parrot missing for years returns speaking Spanish TORRANCE, Calif. A pet parrot
GM ignition-switch deaths rise to 27
Associated Press DETROIT At least 27 people have died and 25 people have been seriously
nhl roundup | Monday’s games
Avalanche 2, Bruins 1 BOSTON Daniel Briere scored his 300th career goal off a rebound with less
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