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Soft market causes steep decline in earnings for Vallourec
French steel-pipe maker Vallourec said Wednesday its first-quarter sales saw a drop of 17.2 percent from the first quarter of 2014, as the sharp decline in oil prices continues to impact companies that serve the oil and gas industry.
Marijuana proposal places one testing facility in Mahoning County
A proposal to legalize marijuana in Ohio for medical and personal use, which would place one of at least five regional marijuana-testing facilities in Mahoning County, has local college and university officials scratching their heads.
Valley Families tell of addicts lost, and helped
Cassandra West, 19, of Boardman tried to get help. Donny LoGiudice, 28, of Boardman tried, too.
Youngstown council approves insurance changes, including deductibles
City council approved significant changes today to employee health insurance, including having workers pay medical deductibles for the first time and giving options as to cost and coverage of various plans.
Neighbors rescue elderly Youngstown woman from fire
Margaret Beverly saw the flames next to her home on North Garland Avenue and Valley Street, but that was about all.
ACTION calls for public forum with Youngstown BOE
A religious-based community group wants the city school board to participate in a community meeting about the future of the city school district with the pending departure of Superintendent Connie Hathorn.
Former ‘Idol’ singer Casey Abrams to sing at racino lounge
Former ‘Idol’ singer Casey Abrams to sing at racino lounge
Vallourec sales numbers tank as oil and gas markets implode
Vallourec sales numbers tank as oil and gas markets implode
Trumbull commissioners won't seek sales tax hike – for now
Trumbull commissioners won't seek sales tax hike – for now
Bill would require a government-issued photo ID to cast a ballot
Bill would require a government-issued photo ID to cast a ballot
Appalachian Regional Commission tours America Makes and YBI
Appalachian Regional Commission tours America Makes and YBI
jewelry burglar, heroin addict gets four years in prison
jewelry burglar, heroin addict gets four years in prison
Eastern Gateway Community College wins Exemplary Board/CEO Award
Eastern Gateway Community College wins Exemplary Board/CEO Award
Royals crown reeling Indians
Cleveland (6-13) has the worst record in the American League and the worst home mark (1-6) in the majors.
High School SPORTS ROUNDUP | Tuesday’s other baseball and softball games
BASEBALL South Range 8, Springfield 3 Dylan Keller was 2-for-3 and scored twice and Josh Fromel
Franken, Pierce fuel Falcons’ rout of Spartans
Alex Franken and Sierra Pierce made sure the game didn’t even go the distance.
Fitch baseball team rallies past Boardman
Austintown Fitch head coach Wally Ford couldn’t help but be concerned.
White Sox, Orioles will play in front of empty seats
In addition, Baltimore’s Friday-to-Sunday series against Tampa Bay was shifted from Camden Yards to Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Fla.
YSU to face No. 1 USC in regional
The YSU women’s tennis team will need to bring its A game — and its sunscreen — for the NCAA regionals.
Stigma of drug addiction can be as powerful as addiction itself
Stigma of drug addiction can be as powerful as addiction itself
Former Niles treasury clerk ordered to serve six months in county jail, repay $142,772
Phyllis J. Wilson, who stole $142,772 over 4 1/2 years as Niles assistant treasurer, to serve six months in the Trumbull County jail.
New program proposed to target suspensions
The program proposed by D & E Counseling Center would include home visits to families
Belmont Avenue home to new Comfort Suites
Progress is being made on the construction of an 86-room Comfort Suites along Belmont Avenue in Liberty.
RECORD REVIEWS
Built to Spill Album: “Untethered Moon” Grade: B On the lead track of Built to Spill’s latest
TONY NOMINEES
By MARK KENNEDY AP Drama Writer NEW YORK The musicals “An American in Paris” and “Fun Home”
Justices hear arguments on gay marriage
By JORDYN GRZELEWSKI jgrzelewski@vindy.com WASHINGTON Walking up the marble steps and into the
Pletcher again has multiple horses in Derby
In the unpredictable world of horse racing, Todd Pletcher is as steady and predictable as they come.
‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’: A guide to the newcomers
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer BURBANK, Calif. It was in the editing suite that “Avengers:
Kirk Gibson diagnosed with Parkinson’s
The former NL MVP won World Series titles with the Dodgers and Tigers.
49 former employees sue MYCAP
The plaintiffs are suing MYCAP for the paid time off they say they were entitled to upon separation.
Trumbull judge hears arguments for and against opening records in juvenile’s murder case
Judge Sandra Stabile Harwood will decide soon whether to keep the records in Larosa’s murder case closed to the public.
Poland voters to decide November bond for new K-5th, middle school buildings
Plan is similar to Option 2 presented at March 2 town hall meeting
Tennessee Gas plans compressor station in Mahoning County
Tennessee Gas Pipeline Co. LLC has asked the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to authorize a project that would include the construction of a compressor plant in the county.
After addiction ends, stigma often lingers
The stigma of drug addiction can be as powerful as addiction itself.
Dying was her only way out, one addict thought
Several people who have struggled with drug addiction spoke only on the condition of anonymity despite their passionate desire to share their stories. That condition is based partly on fear that attaching their names and faces to addiction will impact their personal lives and families. Some Valley families who recently lost loved ones to addiction, however, are speaking up.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Boar’s Head Group of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve a
Springfield’s Kohler headed to Mount Union
Springfield’s Kohler headed to Mount Union Springfield running back Ryan Kohler signed with the
US must reform elections
Opinion: By Dan K. THOMASSON Tribune News Service WASHINGTON Let’s take a poll. All those who believe
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Hannah Roush and Justin Johnston, Boardman, boy, April
Tyson Foods hopes to rid US chicken of antibiotics
Associated Press SPRINGDALE, Ark. Tyson Foods says it wants to stop using human antibiotics in
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Newton Falls school board, 5 p.m., board room, junior high school, 9071/2 Milton
BURGERS ON POINT
Everyone wants to be on top. People climb to the top of the tallest mountain, go to the top of the hill to get the best view, and wait in hour-long lines to ride the tallest roller coaster.
MAHONING COUNTY courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses John F. Heydle, 24, of 60 N. Roanoke, Austintown, and
Donations sought to help aid earthquake victims
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Catholic Relief Services, the official overseas relief and development
oddly enough
oddly enough Residents help guide geese out of downtown Montana city MISSOULA, Mont. It was
Iran seizes ship after firing shots
Iran seizes ship after firing shots DUBAI, United Arab Emirates Iranian forces fired warning
Refreshing garden goodness
Family Features Though it may be weeks or even months before you can enjoy the bounty of a
Birthdays
Birthdays Actor Keith Baxter is 82. Singer Bob Miranda of The Happenings is 73. Country singer
Villagers in Nepal await help
Associated Press PASLANG, Nepal There is almost nothing left of this village but enormous piles
Baltimore on edge
Associated Press BALTIMORE A line of police behind riot shields hurled smoke canisters and fired
Marshalls to open store in Boardman
Marshalls to open store in Boardman BOARDMAN Marshalls will open in Tiffany Square at 1134
Trumbull officials set news conference
Trumbull officials set news conference WARREN The Trumbull County commissioners will have a news
No reason to sweat bathing suit season
Opinion: By Gina Barreca The Hartford Courant When you’re thinking about bathing suit season, do me a
Government regulators look for solutions to recall repairs
Associated Press WASHINGTON Robo calls, social media ads, personal letters from the CEO and even
Mother’s Day is around the corner. For her third “letter” book, Lisa Erspamer has
Mother’s Day is around the corner. For her third “letter” book, Lisa Erspamer has compiled 64
Antitrust law gives rise to lawlessness
Opinion: We all make mistakes and some of us learn from them. What is even better is to learn from other
What a surprise in Philly
Opinion: By Christine M. FLOWERS Philadelphia Daily News You must have known I’d write about Tim Tebow,
Why are students flunking civics?
Opinion: “Don’t know much about history” — Sam Cooke It’s an old joke, but one that is a commentary
Stocks increase modestly
Associated Press NEW YORK Stocks posted modest gains Tuesday as investors worked through another
Prayers for peace in Baltimore
Opinion: Baltimore Sun: Our hearts go out to the family of Freddie Gray, who not only had to bury a loved one
School levy renewals spotlight state’s failure to act on funding
Editorial: Every election, when there are school levy renewals on the ballot, we first and foremost urge voters
Newsmakers
Newsmakers Jenner lifts ‘20/20’ to top spot in ratings NEW YORK Bruce Jenner’s much-awaited
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Trumbull County to update Hubbard Township comprehensive plan
The Trumbull County Planning Commission to update Hubbard Township’s comprehensive plan
Make your grill sizzle
Family Features If the idea of longer, warmer days has you reaching for the tongs, it’s time to
YBI portfolio company launches technology, brand
Youngstown Business Incubator portfolio company is on track to become the next Amazon for industrial supplies
Man arrested on 10 felony drug charges after found with almost 350 pills
Man arrested on 10 felony drug charges after found with almost 350 pills
A rose is a rose
A rose is a rose A rose is a rose is definitely not a Rose. Rose wines are making a big come back
Saudis foil attack on US Embassy
Associated Press RIYADH, Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia on Tuesday announced the arrest of 93
Man shot by officers during standoff dies
Associated Press COLUMBUS A man who reportedly fired shots at police from a Mansfield home died
Burger Guyz take a bite out of #restaurant
Burger Guyz take a bite out of #restaurant Next week, am ver si tatue dolore feugait volor
Former Howland security company owner sentenced to 90 days in jail for forgery and failing to pay $268,179 to state
Jailed for failing to pay Ohio sales taxes and Ohio Bureau of Worker’s Compensation payments, forging documents and tampering with records
The new place of dairy on a Paleo plate
Family Features Could you say goodbye to refined sugar, grains, legumes and dairy? A growing
Japanese prime minister, wife attend state dinner
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama’s state dinner for the prime minister of
Firm expands with planned Youngstown location
Cincinnati-based company plans to open a new location in Youngstown creating new jobs