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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Pavlik fighting mad over claims he was drunk at Foo Fighters concert

Former boxer Kelly Pavlik says he was not drunk at today’s Foo Fighters concert, and he also did not start a fight in the parking lot outside that resulted in a summons from Weathersfield police.


Phantoms fall to Lumberjacks in Game 3

Phantoms take on the Lumberjacks at the Covelli Centre


Man forced to strip naked during Market Street aggravated robbery

The robbery took place at the Chase Bank in the Uptown District


18-year-old critically injured in South Side drive-by shooting

Police have no suspects in the case yet.


Youngstown cops have no suspects in city's third homicide of 2015

A 28-year-old man was gunned down on the city's East Side on Friday


The Foo Fighters rock fans at the Record Connection

The Foo Fighters rock fans at the Record Connection


Lindsay Davis | Gabriele Vigorito

LOWELLVILLE Lindsay Nicole Davis of Newton Falls and Gabriele Vigorito of Boardman were united in

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Ellen Krol | Ryan Monti

AKRON A Nov. 8, 2014, ceremony at St. Paul Church in Akron united Ellen Margaret Krol of Cleveland

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Ashley French | Anthony Rozzo

FORT Wright, Ky. The Rev. Mark Keene officiated at the Dec. 5, 2014, wedding of Ashley Ann French

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Teresa Thompson | Willie Fant

ROCHESTER, N.Y. Christ Temple Apostolic Church in Rochester, N.Y., was the setting when Teresa A.

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RB Ruiz runs for two TDs as White cruises past Red

Friday’s game was the last of YSU’s 15 spring practices.


Process to replace Youngstown superintendent unclear

Roles of state, academic commission and city school board unclear in selecting replacement for Superintendent Connie Hathorn

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Youngstown schools Star Parents recognized for their commitment

Youngstown schools Star Parents recognized for their commitment


LeBron hopes to end Cleveland title drought

LeBron James’ first regular season back in Cleveland was an 82-game thrill ride from the start.


Manziel issues an apology to fans

Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel has expressed remorse and asked for privacy following a 10-week stay in rehab.


Palm trees galore, 44 hours of fun welcome guests at Hotel California opening

After many delays, they’re livin’ it up at Hotel California.


County officials say Kleese family ran ‘improper’ waterlines to their properties

County officials say Kleese family ran ‘improper’ waterlines


First Tee of Sharon Classic will grace the greens May 2

A tournament will help fund renovations to the Buhl Land Golf Course driving range.


Poland grad Gardner to face YSU tennis

Poland grad Gardner to face YSU tennis BOARDMAN Valparaiso freshman Garrett Gardner, a Poland


Boxing exhibit showcases great fighters

Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini and Craig Snyder were on hand for the unveiling of the Youngstown Boxing Hall of Fame.


PREP ROUNDUP | Friday’s games

BASEBALL Struthers 2, Canfield 1 CANFIELD John Medvic pitched a complete game, giving up only


Poland Math Club boasts great group

Poland Middle School Math Clubs excels


Cops catch 2 trying to conceal drugs internally

Use gloves, biohazard materials to collect, store evidence


Gov. John Kasich taking steps toward presidential race

He hasn’t declared his candidacy


MVOC promoted its lead community organizer to executive director

He’s been with the organization for seven years


A Youngstown 2nd Ward candidate withdrew from the Democratic primary

He would violate federal law by staying in the race


Scholarship established in memory of Canfield graduate

Board unanimously approves three retire/rehires


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Nenadal scores twice as Phantoms tie series

Phantoms co-captain Josh Nenadal (19) celebrates his first period goal during Friday’s 4-2 victory over the Muskegon Lumberjacks. With the win, the Phantoms tied the best-of-five series at 1-1. Game 3 will be tonight at the Covelli Centre.


Voytik learning Pitt’s new offense

Chad Voytik is prepping for his second season as the starting quarterback at Pittsburgh, but in so many ways it seems like his first.


METRO DIGEST || Alzheimer’s benefit this evening

Youngstown homicide YOUNGSTOWN A man was shot to death in the 300 block of South Jackson Street


Legal challenge to the state’s early voting period settled

Legal challenge to the state’s early voting period settled


Radioactivity testing company left Youngstown

Austin Master Services now operates in Belmont County


Winston lawyer: Civil suit is a ‘stunt’

David Cornwell said in written a statement Friday the lawsuit by former Florida State student Erica Kinsman was expected.


Man arraigned for shooting up car, house

Prosecutor said third time victim had been shot at


Saddam loyalist killed, officials say

Saddam loyalist killed, officials say BEIRUT Izzat Ibrahim, a fugitive confidant of former Iraqi


Police seek suspect in bank robbery

Police seek suspect in bank robbery YOUNGSTOWN Police are looking for a man who robbed an East


Hubbard school levy up for renewal

Hubbard residents are asked to vote on a 4.9-mill school levy this May election


Campbell detective promoted

Campbell Police Department promotes detective to lieutenant


RCR appeals Newman penalties to highest level

RCR made the move a day after losing its bid to overturn penalties levied against Newman’s team for allegedly manipulating tires at a race last month at California.


Repair work to a downtown building is complete

Several bricks fell off the building


birthdays

birthdays Actress Barbara Hale (“Perry Mason”) is 94. Actor Robert Hooks is 78. Actress Hayley


Pastor anniversary

Pastor anniversary YOUNGSTOWN Pastor James C. Bowie of Greater Friendship Baptist Church, 646


Manifested Promises marking 50th anniversary

A celebration, April 24-26, is planned.


Parents of young bombing victim: Take death penalty off the table

Associated Press BOSTON The parents of the youngest victim of the Boston Marathon bombing are


newsmakers

newsmakers Video of ‘Suge’ Knight running over 2 released LOS ANGELES Video of Marion “Suge”


Obama getting tough on critics

Associated Press WASHINGTON Just as Congress is hitting something of a bipartisan stride on


Fiorina aims to keep Clinton from playing ‘gender card’ in race

Associated Press NASHUA, N.H. Carly Fiorina, the lone Republican woman eying the White House,


Volunteer deputy’s past raises questions

Associated Press TULSA, Okla. After he sold his insurance company for about $6 million, Robert


manifested promises

manifested promises Celebration details Manifested Promises, The Living Word Church, 2051


Clinton needs Dem opponents

Opinion: Los Angeles Times: As the campaign to succeed President Barack Obama shifts into high gear,


ODFJS: Ohio unemployment at 5.1 percent in March

March was a disappointing month for Ohio’s economy, economists said


Auditor Yost won’t be bullied

Opinion: COLUMBUS Not too long ago, Republican state Auditor Dave Yost was at odds with Republican Gov.


Is Cuba still a sponsor of terrorism?

Opinion: By Joel Mathis and Ben Boychuk Tribune News Service President Barack Obama said Tuesday he


Selected local stocks

Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, $26.66 -0.07 Avalon


Senator: It’s time to put woman on $20

Associated Press CONCORD, N.H. The first woman to serve as both governor and U.S. senator is


Obama defends pursuit of sweeping trade agreement

Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama on Friday defended his pursuit of a sweeping


‘Orphan Black’ gets some company

If you watch What: “Orphan Black” Where: BBC America When: 9 p.m. By Neal Justin Star


3 plead guilty in shooting of 10-year-old

Associated Press WASHINGTON, Pa. Three of the four western Pennsylvania men charged in


Plouffe! And just like that, Tribe loses in 11th inning

Trevor Plouffe led off the 11th inning with a soaring home run to lift the Twins.


Extra BP pays off for Pirates against Nelson

Clint Hurdle ordered his players to spend a little more time in the batting cage while the pitching machine tried to replicate Nelson’s sweeping breaking ball.


Kapturasky hit propels Fitch past Poland

The Falcons trailed 6-0 early, but bounced back to snap the Bulldogs’ eight-game winning streak.


Ticket impasse puzzles brokers

Don’t expect to snag a $1,500 nosebleed ticket — or any other ticket — at the box office for the fight between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao.


Voices of Faith Q & A

Voices of Faith Q & A The Kansas City Star (TNS) Q. If Jesus were to address Congress, what


Pastor installation

Pastor installation STRUTHERS The Rev. Mahdi Wade will be installed as pastor of Pilgrim


MAHONING COUNTY COURTS

courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Matthew J. Kuebler, 30, of 13700 Berlin Station Road,


YEARS AGO

Today is Saturday, April 18, the 108th day of 2015. There are 257 days left in the year.


Ohio man pleads not guilty to plans to attack US military base or prison

Associated Press COLUMBUS A man described by his attorney as “a normal 23-year-old kid” pleaded


Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Andrew and Terry Campbell, East Liverpool, boy, April 16.


Today’s entertainment picks:

Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, 8 p.m.: The concert will feature


GOP leaders in the Ohio House fail to finance ballot-access plan

Editorial: The Republican speaker of the Ohio House, Cliff Rosenberger, says his members are still looking at


sunday news shows | Guest lineups

Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Rep. Michael McCaul, R-Texas; Sen.


BUSINESS DIGEST || Using tax refunds

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