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Racino offers the Valley its first legal gambling machine mecca
Valley has strong history of illegal gambling
Stories published September 16, 2014
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Community coalition to save Youngstown schools in making, Kasich tells Vindy editors
Gov. John Kasich said the failing Youngstown school district is “my great concern” in the Mahoning Valley, but assistance from the local business community could save it.
Jurors in David Martin murder case could sentence him to death, but will they?
When prosecutors and attorneys for murderer David Martin spoke to jurors last week, they frequently thanked them for their service. This happens so much during jury trials, it becomes repetitive.
Announcement of YBI honor live-streamed around the world
World-class and Youngstown. The two easily belong together, said James Cossler, Youngstown Business Incubator’s chief executive officer, after a No. 1 world ranking was bestowed upon the facility Tuesday.
Youngstown council to vote on plan to create parking lot at Kress site
City council will consider legislation today to allow the board of control to spend up to $250,000 to hire a contractor to turn the former Kress Building site into another downtown parking lot.
Interest rate drops on Covelli debt, padding payment on balance
The interest rate on the money the city owes for its share of constructing the Covelli Centre is less than last year.
Popcorn with toppings a hit at Girard center event
In the basement of the Girard Multigenerational Center, large, tempting bowls of popcorn were the center of attention for Tuesday’s luncheon.
YSU tightening control on university credit cards after fraud discovery
Youngstown State University plans tighter controls for employee use of university credit cards following discovery of fraud by an employee.
Loss of truck, jobs will put lives of remaining staff at risk, firefighters tell Youngstown mayor
City firefighters expressed concern to Mayor John A. McNally about his plan to take a fire engine off the road saying it’s a serious safety issue.
Friday fundraiser will help 2 young Russians get their legs fixed
Nicholai “Kolya” Denykin used duct tape as a temporary fix on the prosthetic for his left limb until an adjustment could be made.
Youngstown Business Incubator
Sept. 16, 2014 | The Youngstown Business Incubator is named #1 of it's classification in the world.
Youngstown firefighters concerned about plan to eliminate fire truck
Firefighters concerned about plan to eliminate fire truck
Child treated at St. Elizabeth after being hit by a car
Child treated at St. Elizabeth after being hit by a car
Ohio man pleads guilty to drug sales in deadly overdose
Ohio man pleads guilty to drug sales in deadly overdose
Reopening of eastbound lanes over U.S. Route 224 bridge delayed until next week
Reopening of eastbound lanes over U.S. Route 224 bridge delayed until next week
Lottery commission OKs Hollywood Gaming's full operating license
Lottery commission OKs Hollywood Gaming's full operating license
UPDATE | Pa. State Police: Barracks ambush suspect sought mass murder
Pa. State Police: Barracks ambush suspect sought mass murder
Pa. college student charged in stabbing; says self-defense
Pa. college student charged in stabbing; says self-defense
Pa. Senate bill to kill school property tax takes step
Pa. Senate bill to kill school property tax takes step
US poverty rate drops for the first time since 2006
US poverty rate drops for the first time since 2006
University of Toledo law school cuts tuition to stay competitive
University of Toledo law school cuts tuition to stay competitive
Dempsey: If campaign fails, ground troops possible
Dempsey: If campaign fails, ground troops possible
Jessica Kunkle | Gregory Reiter
Jessica Kunkle and Gregory Reiter were married at 2 p.m. June 7 at Four Mile Run Christian Church, and the Rev. Bob Mack officiated.
US to assign 3,000 from US military to fight Ebola in Africa
US to assign 3,000 from US military to fight Ebola in Africa
Lingering Liquor License Legalities
Sept. 16, 2014 | Louie b. Free talks business with Sebastian Rucci.
REUNIONS
Boardman High School Class of 1965 has begun plans for its 50th class reunion set for Aug. 29, 2015.
‘Ask the Doctor’ at Clare Bridge
‘Ask the Doctor’ at Clare Bridge AUSTINTOWN Clare Bridge of Austintown, 1420 S. Canfield-Niles
Professional fundraisers plan to honor their own
Fundraising professionals luncheon will honor their own.
Second Blessing benefits Faith Chapel Fellowship ministries
Pastor Larry Paxson founded the thrift store eight years ago.
Connelly: Hake, Yeagley: two great coaches
The Western Reserve coach is trying to build his program into what South Range has already become: a team with expectations.
U.S. Route 224 bridge lanes in Boardman to reopen next week
Project will be completed by late October
Hubbard finds garbage hauling deal
The services director would like to have only one garbage hauler in the city.
Cosby lends collection of African-American art
By BRETT ZONGKER Associated Press WASHINGTON After amassing a private collection of African-
Christian rockers Newsboys coming to Stambaugh
Christian pop-rock band Newsboys will bring their We Believe tour to Stambaugh Auditorium on Nov. 16 for a 7 p.m. concert.
Former Celtic Thunder tenor Paul Byrom gets back to his Irish roots The Swanky Tenor
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Over the past four years, Ireland’s Paul Byrom, known as
Salem's 'Farce' has a flair for physical comedy
Salem Community Theatre began its season with a hilarious production of “Unnecessary Farce.”
Canfield volleyball zaps Poland in lone showdown
Monday’s game was the only meeting between the teams, who compete in different divisions in the AAC.
Pettine get Browns believing
He was Mr. Cool after his first win on Sunday but inside, he was celebrating.
Apple: 4M advance orders for iPhones
Apple had more than 4 million advance orders of its new, larger iPhones in the first 24 hours, exceeding its initial supply, the company said Monday.
Boardman boys win AAC Red Tier golf title
LaBrae’s Haylee Harford was the overall medalist, shooting 71 in Blue Tier competition.
YSU men’s hoops gets commitment
YSU men’s hoops gets commitment YOUNGSTOWN Jordan Andrews, a 6-foot-4, 175-pound shooting guard
Decades later, Vietnam vets get Medals of Honor
Associated Press WASHINGTON Two Vietnam War soldiers — one still living, one killed in action —
Health facilities receive funds
Health facilities receive funds Primary-care health centers in Youngstown and Lisbon were among 37
Family members of three of the six teens who died in a traffic crash have filed a wrongful death lawsuit.
Family members of three of the six teens who died in a traffic crash March 10, 2013, south of downtown Warren have filed a wrongful death lawsuit.
Kent State community outraged over Urban Outfitters sweatshirt
By Karen Farkas The Plain Dealer KENT The Kent State University community appears to be united
Man suffers two gunshot wounds in early Sunday gunfire on Peace Avenue
Man suffers two gunshot wounds in early Sunday gunfire on Peace Avenue
Pregnancy Recovery Center launched
Pregnancy Recovery Center launched PITTSBURGH USED Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, in
Racino offers the Valley its first legal gambling machine mecca
Valley has strong history of illegal gambling
Change medical marijuana law
Opinion: Minnesota Daily, University of Minnesota: Minnesota’s medical marijuana law — one of the most
Campbell parish donates playground to children of company homes
Installation of the playground likely will begin in March, contingent upon community support.
Housing sales up in Mahoning, Trumbull, down in Columbiana
Median sales price for housing in Mahoning county increases by 17.4 percent
Live music on television shows this week includes:
Live music on television shows this week includes: v Public Enemy: Tonight on “Tonight Show With
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.37 .03 Avalon
Daily Press (Escanaba). Sept. 10.
Opinion: Daily Press (Escanaba). Sept. 10. Check up on your children’s online activities Parents
Parsing domestic violence
Opinion: The “indefinite suspension” of Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice for knocking out his then-
Failing grade in report card really about at-risk students
Editorial: Ohio Gov. John Kasich, who will be visiting the Mahoning Valley today, can expect to be asked about
Don’t duck this one, Congress
Opinion: WASHINGTON Congress has a duty — to itself and the country — to debate and authorize President
Microsoft to buy ‘Minecraft’ maker for $2.5 billion
Microsoft to buy ‘Minecraft’ maker for $2.5 billion NEW YORK Microsoft will acquire the maker of
19 deaths eligible for GM damages
Association Press DETROIT The death toll tied to faulty ignition switches in General Motors
Study: Leaky wells, not fracking, taint water
Associated Press WASHINGTON The drilling procedure called fracking didn’t cause much-publicized
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown City Council, finance committee 4:45 p.m. in council caucus room,
House GOP moves ahead on training of Syrian rebels
Associated Press WASHINGTON Lawmakers raced Monday to authorize an expanded mission to arm and
Hurricane Odile slams Baja peninsula
Hurricane Odile slams Baja peninsula CABO SAN LUCAS, Mexico Hurricane Odile blazed a trail of
oddly enough
oddly enough Man wanted for robbery arrested at Frisbee tourney EUGENE, Ore. A man wanted in
the second blessing | Thrift store details
The Second Blessing thrift store, 146 S. Broadway, Salem, is operated by Faith Chapel Fellowship,
islamic state Kerry: US open to talks about role for Iran
Associated Press PARIS As more than two dozen nations pledged Monday to help Iraq fight the
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael J. Rubosky, 28, of Boardman, and Krista M.
Tickets still available
Tickets still available youngstown Tickets still are available to hear Sal Giunta, recipient of
Fire destroys three Youngstown homes
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Firefighters were called to blazes at three vacant homes early Monday
Domestic-violence discussion Oct. 17
Domestic-violence discussion Oct. 17 WARREN The 2014 Domestic Violence Roundtable, offered by
Events to honor steelmaking in Brier Hill
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Two events are planned this week to honor a century of steelmaking in
Gerberry credits coaches for success
The YSU assistant was one of the worst players on Fitch’s football team in junior high.
newsmakers
newsmakers Apple releases tool to remove free U2 album NEW YORK Some iPhone users are not
Ice addict hospitalized due to anemia
Q. I am addicted to ice and eat big cups of it daily at both work and home. I compulsively fill the
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