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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
'Furious 7' slightly edges 'Mall Cop 2' for top spot at weekend box office
'Unfriended,' 'Home' take third, fourth places
Poland now offers residents drop-off box for used, expired medications
It is part of the community's efforts to more proactively control drugs
UPDATE: Youngstown police have leads in this afternoon's homicide on South Side
A particularly violent weekend has left two men dead and one man critically injured.
Islamic militants shoot, behead Christians in Ethiopia, video shows
The video released today could not be independently verified
Kasich explains to national audience of interest in presidency on today's 'Meet the Press'
“I have more experience than anybody in the field,” Kasich says
Memorable Meals will offer Dining Across Cultures
A food-focused fundraiser will celebrate the Valley’s diversity.
HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY | Margaret Savage
HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY Margaret I. Savage HONOREE Residence: Maplecrest Nursing Home, Struthers
Trusty caretaker says goodbye after 20 years at Ward-Thomas
Museum caretaker leaves volunteer job with Niles Historical Society.
Alexandra Lynch, Tyler Harper to wed May 23
William and Anna Lynch of Boardman and Michael and Marilyn Harper of Lantana, Texas, are announcing
Heather Martin to wed Troy Balint on May 23
NEWTON FALLS Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Martin of Newton Falls are announcing the engagement of their
Holly Kleese, Nathaniel Wolack to wed on May 23
The engagement and upcoming marriage of Holly N. Kleese and Nathaniel K. Wolack is being announced
Kirila-Vassallo wedding plans are announced
The parents of Tiffany Lynn Kirila and Steven Vincent Vassallo, both of Canfield, are announcing the
Lumberjacks stun Phantoms to steal home-ice advantage, series lead
What began as a battle of grit and toughness ended nearly 100 minutes later as a battle of attrition.
Bettors reflect on first full season of racing at Hollywood Gaming
Despite recent short field sizes, patrons enjoyed the local track
Horsemen look forward to higher purses next year at racino
Summer of VLT revenue to increase purses, but officals won't know how much until later this year
Straight from Youngstown: Runners head for Boston
They qualified for one of the most prestigious races in the world. Now they’re on their way to Monday’s marathon.
METRO DIGEST || Relay cruise-in set
Relay cruise-in set MERCER, PA PPG Reflections and Memories Relay for Life is hosting a Car/Bike
Area Golf Calendar: Outings & Notices
MAY 3 — Sponsors Classic Golf Association at Windmill Lakes Golf Club. Two-man, best-ball event
Partnership formed to help former convicts get education opportunities
United Returning Citizens, Eastern Gateway Community College and Ohio Higher Education Partners are working on the initiative
Toula’s staff aims to make brides dress dreams come true
After 30 years in business, the staff still enjoys the challenge of finding the perfect dress.
Lindsay Renea Dance Theatre to reprise first dance concert
Lindsay Renea Dance Theatre will reprise its first dance concert, which took place in November, with a second that promises to be more spectacular.
Walking at Eastwood Field for MS
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com NILES Eastwood Field was filled with people, but
Moving Forward race/walk is April 25 in Columbiana
There will be a fundraising pancake breakfast before the walk and run
Free bag of mulch coming our way
Ohio Mulch will issue rebate coupons for one free 2-cubic-foot bag of Ohio Mulch-manufactured mulch product for purchases made between May 1 and May 17
Pavlik: There was no fight at concert
The owner of the record store that hosted the concert said he heard many comments about a guy who was really drunk — some who knew it was Kelly Pavlik, and some who did not.
Foo Fighters rocks 150 at record-store gig in Niles
In this panoramic shot, fans throw their hands in the air, and take photos and videos as the Foo Fighters performed its one-hour set in a former sewing shop in Pine Tree Plaza on U.S. Route 422 at Robbins Avenue. in Niles on April 18, 2015.
‘Good Morning, Warren’ event set
‘Good Morning, Warren’ event set WARREN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a “Good
Green Day rules at Rock Hall inductions; Grohl joins Jett for blistering 'Cherry Bomb'
Associated Press CLEVELAND With plenty of punk attitude and energy, Green Day thrashed its way
All about the kids
By Nicole Villalpando Austin American-Statesman (TNS) Patrick is too cute, and she knows it as
Mahoning County government will soon be in public spotlight
Editorial: After months of being on the defensive because tax dollars were squandered on bonuses and raises —
A debt of gratitude to Republicans
Opinion: Let there be no doubt about it: Had Michael Sciortino won re-election last fall, the Mahoning County
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Lawrence Brownlee, 6 p.m.: The opera star returns to his hometown
Explore infrared technology to fix Valley’s mangled roads
Opinion: Explore infrared technology to fix Valley’s mangled roads An appeal was made to the state for
How to protect yourself from excessive radiation
X-rays have been used for almost 120 years, but the introduction of computed tomography, or CT
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
ON BOARD Park Vista of Youngstown recently added Tiffany F. Hughes to its board of trustees.
Prison deaths are on the rise across the United States
Opinion: Last year, 35 inmates were executed nationwide. During that same period, 10 times as many inmates
Teens still using top social media sites, poll shows
Teens are still using the top social media sites to connect and interact with their world. Of
Misplaced fears
Akron Beacon Journal (TNS) New energy standards for water heaters may cost you the next time you
ROSEMOND: Key to obedience is parent’s attitude of authority
Tribune News Service (TNS) Q. Why is it that no consequence seems to work for long, if at all,
SENIOR CITIZENS
Girard OldTimers will meet at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at Lamancusa Restaurant, Trumbull Road, Girard.
Vows keep her from purging bingeing husband
Dear Annie: I have been married to “Tom” for 30 years, and we’ve raised two successful children. Tom
5 teens arrested on suspicion of attack
5 teens arrested on suspicion of attack SYDNEY Five Australian teenagers were arrested Saturday
South Range schools ask for operating levy funds
Levy committee performing in-home visits while another group is asking for 'trust to be restored' in schools
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 6-under 65 in the
Protesters outnumber neo-Nazi group at rally
Associated Press TOLEDO A rally by a neo-Nazi group has ended in northwest Ohio, 10 years after
SOUTH RANGE LEVY
SOUTH RANGE LEVY Some facts A 4.9-mill operating levy would generate $931,838 annually for
High School sports roundup | More spring sports results
BASEBALL Ursuline 3, St. Thomas Aquinas 0 LOUISVILLE Joel Hake and Vito Penza had two hits
Puppies on roof trigger 911 calls
Associated Press AKRON Police finally caught up with a minivan carrying four caged puppies on
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Writers group to meet at Peaberry’s Cafe
Writers group to meet at Peaberry’s Cafe CANFIELD The next meeting of Monday Night Writers will
1995 OKLAHOMA CITY bombing Time, distance help some victims
Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY The Oklahoma City bombing thrust Diane Koch into the life of a
YEARS AGO
Today is Sunday, April 19, the 109th day of 2015. There are 256 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Randy G. Kaigler, 24, of 223 Forest St. NE, Warren,
publishers weekly best-sellers
publishers weekly best-sellers For the week ending April 12 HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Girl on
SOCIETY DIGEST || Park fundraiser to benefit animals
Park fundraiser to benefit animals AUSTINTOWN Students at Youngstown State University are
GLOBAL FINANCE Officials see rising risks to recovery
Associated Press WASHINGTON World finance officials said Saturday they see a number of threats
Bombing kills 35; IS is blamed
Associated Press FAIZABAD, Afghanistan A motorcycle-riding suicide bomber attacked a line of
On the courses: league scores
BEDFORD TRAILS GOLF COURSE Lady Players — Low gross: Beth Kobly 40. Closest to pin No. 12: Beth
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Garden Gate will create a fairy garden. The hostess is Barbara Murray. TUESDAY Gleaners
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Mahoning County Career & Technical Center school board, 4:30 p.m., MCCTC board
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
School districts, parents at odds over breakfast in class
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The number of breakfasts served in the nation’s schools has doubled
Sheriff: I cannot yet arrest vet bragging about killing a cat
Associated Press HOUSTON A Texas sheriff said Saturday that he could not arrest and charge a
OHIO Officer is praised; refused to shoot man
Associated Press NEW RICHMOND, OHIO An Ohio police officer is being praised for holding his fire
Kenseth’s son has date with dad’s race team
Ross Kenseth will drive in the June 20 Xfinity Series race
Last two Raiders give medal to museum
Associated Press CINCINNATI The last two “Doolittle Tokyo Raiders” presented the group’s
METRO DIGEST || 5 minutes with Mayor McNally
5 minutes with mayor YOUNGSTOWN Mayor John A. McNally’s next monthly “Five Minutes with the
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU women’s tennis clinch share of HL title
YSU women’s tennis clinch share of HL title The Youngstown State women’s tennis team clinched at
MILESTONES
MILESTONES LAWYERS Lauren Gessner Walker, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Larry J. Gessner of Canfield,
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,