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Teen mom fighting to extend life of infant now paralyzed, spastic, in pain from shaking
A teenage mother is fighting a do-not-resuscitate order imposed on her brain-damaged daughter, saying she should be responsible for medical decisions. Child welfare officials who intervened after the baby was severely injured by shaking say life-saving measures in the event she stops breathing would only prolong her suffering.
Horse trainer's first visit to Canfield Fair goes horribly wrong
Dan Trent considers himself a lucky man.
Youngstown school board members lament loss of power, want private attorney
School board members strongly criticized the academic distress commission that makes final decisions for the district and Superintendent Connie Hathorn for ignoring their advice and for the lack of improvements at the school system.
YSU president, deans take ALS bucket challenge this afternoon
Youngstown State University President Jim Tressel says he had seemingly hundreds of requests over the past month to take the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.
4th provost candidate native Youngstowner who loves the area
Cheryl Torsney, senior vice provost at the University of Texas at El Paso, couldn’t help but smile most of the day Friday when she interviewed and spoke at Youngstown State University as the fourth and final candidate for the university’s provost position.
Youngstown redistricting petitions surpass averages
While it didn’t matter how many valid signatures were on petitions for a issue to cut the number of wards in the city to get it on the ballot, more than enough were collected.
Campbell restores lieutenant position;promotes 4
It’s been more than 20 years since the Campbell Police Department had a lieutenant — the city chose in 1983 to phase out that rank, and the last lieutenant retired in 1993.
United Way aims for $2.6M in Mahoning Valley this year
The United Way of Youngstown and Mahoning Valley’s 2014 financial campaign chairmen, Ed and Chris Muransky, introduced as “people you can always count on,” are counting on the people of the Valley to raise $2.6 million this fall for UW-sponsored programs.
Youngstown man arrested after spitting on cop
A man who was arrested Friday morning for running from and spitting on a Youngstown State University police officer was removed from his arraignment later in the day.
ODNR orders Weathersfield injection wells to cease operations
ODNR orders Weathersfield injection wells to cease operations
Developer, wife were on board out-of-control plane
Developer, wife were on board out-of-control plane
Market Street Elementary PTA seeks volunteers for playground building project
Market Street Elementary PTA seeks volunteers for playground building project
Youngstown NAACP officials blast state education superintendent
Youngstown NAACP officials blast state education superintendent
Campbell closes Warhurst Road today for tree cutting effort
Campbell closes Warhurst Road today for tree cutting effort
2014 United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley goal is $2.6 million
2014 United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley goal is $2.6 million
U.S. employers post smallest hiring gain in eight months
U.S. employers post smallest hiring gain in eight months
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS NARFE Chapter 14 will meet for its monthly luncheon at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Saxon
Veteran’s son will speak at gathering
Veteran’s son will speak at gathering CANFIELD John R. Walker II will speak about his recent
California Handel’s grosses highest profit
The Redondo Beach Handel's made more than $1 million in 2013 and is expected to make 14 percent more this year.
Allegiant expands its Fla. service as Youngstown airport use takes off
Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport experiences increase in fliers exceeding late 90s levels
Fall sports fanatic: Girard's Bello plays football, golf and soccer
Christian Bello plays football, golf and soccer at Girard. And that’s just during the fall season. He also plays baseball and basketball for the Indians.
Third provost candidate wants to renew YSU purpose
Nathan Ritchey talks about his experiences in academia
Veteran Valley coach Bayuk back in the game
The longtime coach took over Warren JFK’s program in the offseason.
On further review, the "butt punt" was just a shoulder shank
From the “Facts can spoil a good story” file comes this revelation: Youngstown State’s infamous “butt punt” never actually hit anyone’s butt.
Eastgate advisory board talks about high-speed rail service
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Whatever economic progress the Mahoning Valley
Struthers residents charged in branding of teenager
Staff report STRUTHERS A Mahoning County grand jury indicted a Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office
Austintown trustees to decide zoning change near Rt. 46
Noise and traffic along with business speculation led four property owners to apply for zone change
Youngstown firefighters strongly reject new contract
Concerns over health care are why the union voted against the deal
Spartans soccer team beats Ursuline
In the season opener at YSU, the Spartans defeated Ursuline 3-1. Sophomore Robb Lewis scored the
Rafoth twins lead Canfield volleyball
The senior sisters helped the Cardinals beat Girard on Thursday.
Youngstown trying to sell 20 Federal Place again
The city removed the $2 million minimum asking price this time around
Phantoms coach impressed his players skipped ‘Fat Club’
Phantoms coach impressed his players skipped ‘Fat Club’
Lighting project in downtown Struthers moves ahead
Officials say the project could be finished by the end of October.
Lawsuits filed against Warren police, schools
Lawsuits filed against Warren police and Warren schools
Federal complaint filed against Canfield man
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A Canfield man who once was a Youngstown police officer is under
Former Youngstown law director resigned from same post in Cleveland Heights
He’s ‘weighing his options’ in searching for a new job
Brothers get 21-month prison terms in tax evasion case
Scott and David Bonamase conspired to evade more than $279,000 in taxes, indictment says.
Mosure fills final vacancy on port authority board
The Mahoning County commissioners appointed a prominent civil engineer to the Western Reserve Port Authority.
Local colleges embrace social media programs
Trumbull Business College offers social media major to students
Federal judge restores Ohio's early voting hours
Rules that the current voting schedule discriminates against black and low-income voters
YSU’s fall enrollment declines by 844 students
But the incoming students’ academic achievement is at an all-time high
Ohio Supreme Court reverses earlier decision in Warren retire/rehire
The Ohio Supreme Court has reversed an Ohio 11th District Court of Appeals decision that ordered Warren officials to make it possible for a Warren Municipal Court employee to retire and be rehired.
Austintown room calms students
Lighting colors that change are reflected in a mirror and help to sooth Nolan Mickey in Austintown Elementary School's new sensory room. The district bought equipment and opened the room this school year.
Ruling could cost BP $18B in fines
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS BP could be looking at close to $18 billion in additional fines
Ryan beats Obama in both mind & manners
Opinion: WASHINGTON To take the measure of this uncommonly interesting public man, begin with two related
Top five entertainment picks:
Top five entertainment picks: v Greek Fest Weekend: Dine on souvlaki and Greek gyros at the event
Canfield Fair succeeds again; make 2015 edition better yet
Editorial: Andrews’ Sausage, Bam Bam’s Back yard BBQ and Richard’s Stuffed Hungar- ian peppers stand out as
Comedy ICON SFlbdies at 81
By LYNN ELBER Associated Press TV Writer Joan Rivers, the raucous, acid-tongued comedian who
Blitz Picks: DANA BALASH
Mooney Poland Alliance Fitch Harding Hubbard Columbiana Liberty Lisbon Lowellville
YEARS AGO
Today is Friday, Sept. 5, the 248th day of 2014. There are 117 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
birthdays
birthdays Comedian-actor Bob Newhart is 85. Actor William Devane is 75. Actor George Lazenby is
BUSINESS DIGEST || 20th anniversary
20th anniversary YOUNGSTOWN USI Insurance Services celebrated its 20th anniversary with 20 for
Mahoning Democrats to consider endorsing the county sales tax Tuesday
Dems also plan to vote on proposal to oppose Youngstown fracking ban
Council displays creativity
Opinion: While the process was sometimes heated and messy — and the final product is gerrymandered —
“Companies everywhere know they need social media, but they don’t know how to deliver
“Companies everywhere know they need social media, but they don’t know how to deliver it.” Karen
2 injured after fight breaks out in home
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police say two people were injured after a fight broke out at a home in
US: Terrorists could get chemical weapon
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS The United States is concerned that the Islamic State group and
METRO DIGEST || Window break-in under investigation
Window break-in under investigation LIBERTY Police are investigating a burglary at Monticello
Ohio Guardsman pleads not guilty in child-sex case
Associated Press MARYSVILLE, Ohio An Ohio National Guardsman entered a not guilty plea Thursday
Ukraine leader: ‘Careful optimism’ on peace talks
Ukraine leader: ‘Careful optimism’ on peace talks NEWPORT, Wales Ukraine’s president expressed
US doctor infected with Ebola heads to Nebraska
Associated Press OMAHA, Neb. A doctor who was infected with Ebola while working in Liberia is
Coroner rules woman’s death accidental overdose
The Trumbull County coroner has ruled the death of Sierra Giovannone-Roberts, 23, of North Greenville Road in Cortland, accidental.
US, UK seek partners to go after Islamic State
US, UK seek partners to go after Islamic State Associated Press NEWPORT, Wales President
Warren trucking company planning more than $1 million expansion
Warren City Council and the Trumbull County commissioners will be asked to approve a 75-percent, 10-year property-tax abatement for construction of 10,000-square foot warehouse by Jaro Transportation Services.
Blitz Picks: CURTIS PULLIAM
Mooney Poland Alliance Fitch Harding Hubbard Columbiana Niles Mineral Ridge
Ribbon-cutting at Boardman stadium
Ribbon-cutting at Boardman stadium BOARDMAN Representatives from the Boardman Boosters and
Retirements to leave openings among top ranks in police and fire departments
The Warren Civil Service Commission will give three promotional exams Nov. 15 to fill the position of police lieutenant and fire assistant chief and lieutenant.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Ronald R. Freedy, Jr., legal age, 1720 Brandon Ave.,
On the docket | Prep football schedule for Weeks 2-6
WEEK TWO TONIGHT Non-conference Beaver Local at Oak Glen, W.Va. Boardman at Cardinal Mooney
Blitz Picks: KEVIN CONNELLY
Mooney Poland Alliance Fitch Harding Hubbard Columbiana Niles Lisbon Lowellville
Individual leaders: Week 1
RUSHING PlayerAttYdsAvgTD Larry Scott, Hubbard2525310.14 Joe Alessi, South Range322066.54
McIlroy shares lead at BMW
Jordan Spieth and Gary Woodland are also at 3 under after the first round.
Blitz Picks: RYAN BUCK
Mooney Poland Alliance Fitch Harding Hubbard Columbiana Niles Lisbon Lowellville
Blitz Picks: ED PUSKAS
Mooney Poland Alliance Fitch Harding Hubbard Columbiana Liberty Lisbon Lowellville
Blitz Picks: TOM WILLIAMS
Mooney Poland Alliance Fitch Harding Hubbard Leetonia Niles Lisbon Lowellville
McKinsie Klim wins at Evans Invitational
McKinsie Klim wins at Evans Invitational Akron Youngstown State sophomore McKinsie Klim (Poland)
OSU-VT by the numbers
A numerical look at the No. 8 Ohio State Buckeyes, who host Virginia Tech Saturday night in their 125th home opener.
Five to Watch
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Pulliam: Learning to love Valley’s sports life
I had mixed emotions when I came to the Mahoning Valley in mid-May.
Blitz Picks: DOUG CHAPIN
Mooney Poland Alliance Fitch Harding Hubbard Columbiana Niles Mineral Ridge
Boardman Sports Briefs
Girls volleyball defeats Howland The Boardman Lady Spartans volleyball team improved to 4-2 on the
US Open tennis 1 year after doping ban, Cilic in semis
Associated Press NEW YORK Marin Cilic wasn’t allowed to play last year in the U.S. Open, forced
Sara Cummings, James Ludt set October wedding
POLAND Kenneth and Theresa Cummings of Poland are announcing the engagement and upcoming marriage
Michelle Baker, Michael Beck Jr. to wed in Sept.
Michelle L. Baker and Michael P. Beck Jr., both of Austintown, are planning to marry, their parents
Familes Who Know event hosted at Boardman Park
zBy TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Boardman Park and Meridian Community Care worked together
MillCreek MetroParks Farm hosts Bug Day
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Aug. 3 was a big day for area children with an interest in
Boardman Band Night set for Sept. 6
The Boardman Spartan marching band and the Boardman Band and Orchestra Parents, Inc. will host
Colts play first match against Boardman
The Austintown Colts opened their season on Aug. 24 with the Boardman Little Spartans. The 100
Austintown Sports Briefs
Girls volleyball defeated Austintown Fitch volleyball lost to Lakeview 1-3 on Aug. 28 with scores
Arica Angelo v Tyler Hardgrove
YOUNGSTOWN Arica Angelo and Tyler Hardgrove were joined in marriage in a 1 p.m. ceremony June 20
Natalie LoSasso v Mitchell Baird
POLAND Holy Family Church was the setting of the May 31 wedding of Natalie LoSasso and Mitchell
MillCreek MetroParks Farm hosts Bug Day
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Aug. 3 was a big day for area children with an interest in
Sable Beshara, Benjamin Kyle plan wedding
CANFIELD Fred and Kathleen Beshara of Canfield are announcing the engagement and coming wedding of
MillCreek MetroParks Farm hosts Bug Day
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Aug. 3 was a big day for area children with an interest in
SENIOR SALUTE — BAND EDITION
Name: Scott Donnachie; Daniel Skoloda Instrument: Trumpet; Trombone Q. When did you start
Madi Kelly chosen for elite softball training
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com At the young age of 12, Madi Kelly, daughter of Mike and
Canfield Community Briefs
Opportunity to join Cub Scouting Cub Scouting is a year-round family program designed for boys who
Familes Who Know event hosted at Boardman Park
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Boardman Park and Meridian Community Care worked together
Boardman library hosts a western weekly Family Story Time
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com On Aug. 6, Boardman library hosted its weekly Family
Poland Community Briefs
Community Cup Champions to be awarded The 24th annual Youngstown Area Community Cup will conclude
Group from three area towns take mission trip to Kentucky
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com A group of 28 people, including adults and members of the
Colts sweep Little Falcons
The Austintown Colts hosted the battle of Austintown on Aug. 31 at Fitch Stadium and came up
Swimmers raise funds for Yellow Brick Place
The Canfield Swim and Tennis Club Swim Team had its third annual Hour of Power to raise money for The Yellow Brick Place on July 17.
Ex-Va. governor, wife guilty of corruption
Associated Press RICHMOND, Va. Former Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell and his wife were convicted
Local talent showcased at Stambaugh
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Stambaugh Auditorium will feature two events showcasing local
Justice launches probe of police force in Ferguson
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Justice Department launched a broad investigation Thursday into
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Dad in Ga. toddler’s hot-car death charged with murder
Associated Press MARIETTA, Ga. A Georgia man who prosecutors say sat in his office exchanging
Man charged with open lewdness
Associated Press BEAVER, Pa. Police say a man exposed himself at a western Pennsylvania library
Appeals court rules against gay-marriage bans in 2 states
Associated Press CHICAGO A U.S. appeals court issued a scathing, unequivocal ruling Thursday
On the Air
TodAY 6:30 p.m. (WPIC-AM 790) High school football: Sharon at Hickory. 6:30 p.m. (WLLF-FM 96.7)
Players of the Week: Week 1
Jawalen Shaw YOUNGSTOWN EAST Jawalen’s performance: The East Panthers wore down Ashtabula
oddly enough
oddly enough Oops: College exams already had all the answers VIENNA Students in Austria
Super Seahawks dominate Packers
Russell Wilson threw two TDs in the 36-16 victory.
Serena has edge in experience
She has 17 Grand Slam singles titles, while the other semifinalists have zero.
Marketplace celebrates one-year anniversary
After a soft opening the first week of July 2013 and a grand opening the first week of August, The Valley Marketplace has been a successful local business.
Road department to use alternate salt source for upcoming winter
A massive increase in the cost of winter fill road salt has prompted the Boardman Township Road
Best-selling author Mary Ellis makes library appearance
Best-selling Amish fiction and historical romance writer Mary Ellis made an appearance at Austintown library on Aug. 9 to give the crowd an idea of how she comes up with stories and the life of a fiction writer is like.
Author makes appearance at Boardman library
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com People who came to Boardman library on Aug. 1 were
Fitch to host robotics competition Sept. 20
The Northeast Ohio FIRST Robotics Alliance (NEOFRA), in conjunction with the OH WOW! Children’s
Nora Rogers v Christopher Castillo
CHARLESTON, S.C. Christopher Castillo and Nora Camellia Rogers were united in marriage in an
Best-selling author Mary Ellis makes library appearance
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Best-selling Amish fiction and historical romance writer
Civil War lecture at the Canfield Historical Society
The Canfield Historical Society’s fall lecture series will begin on Sept. 11 at 7 p.m., when Gary
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