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Stories published January 29, 2015
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Time to reclaim America for our kids, Johnson tells McKinley dinner crowd
As the Mahoning Valley McKinley Club celebrated its 100th anniversary, it expected a speech for the crowd of Republican Party dignitaries gathered at its banquet.
Prep work for Routes 224/11 project now set to start Feb. 16
Prep work for the replacement of the U.S. Route 224 bridge over state Route 11 will begin Feb. 16.
Oakhill defendant wants evidence restrictions lifted despite prosecutor's claims of threats
The attorney for Martin Yavorcik, one of the three defendants in the Oakhill Renaissance criminal corruption case, filed a motion asking a judge to permit him to share all evidence turned over by prosecutors with whomever he wants.
Man who threatened Liberty restaurant patrons released from jail
The Trumbull County Jail’s current limits on accepting nonviolent prisoners allowed a man who police said had threatened restaurant workers with a knife to be released back into Liberty Township on Jan. 18.
Columbus firm to advise Canfield on disposal of records
Many years ago, the Canfield Township hall was the Mahoning County seat and main courtroom.
4 to be arraigned Friday on drug charges after traffic stops
Police confiscated heroin, marijuana, crack cocaine, mushrooms, pills and a .25-caliber semiautomatic pistol Wednesday while making four felony drug arrests in separate traffic stops.
Rafidi cop-shooting case won't go to grand jury
The Trumbull County Prosecutor’s Office will not present information to a county grand jury regarding the shots fired at Lordstown resident George Rafidi by Lordstown Police Detective Chris Bordonaro last October, the prosecutor’s office says.
Texas executes man for 1996 strangling, beating death
Texas executes man for 1996 strangling, beating death
Kokrak shoots 1-over 72 in Phoenix Open
Warren JFK graduate Jason Kokrak opened with five bogeys at TPC Scottsdale.
Boardman police to beef up patrols on Super Bowl Sunday
Boardman police to beef up patrols on Super Bowl Sunday
Tech advances lower chance that driver will die in car crash
Tech advances lower chance that driver will die in car crash
Senate passes bill approving Keystone XL oil pipeline
Senate passes bill approving Keystone XL oil pipeline
Ohio may fight judge’s order to return tigers to owner
Ohio may fight judge’s order to return tigers to owner
Allegiant Airline and Make A Wish sends 4-year-old boy and his family on Fla. trip
Allegiant Airlines and Make A Wish send 4-year-old boy and his family on Fla. trip
Memorial for transgender teen who committed suicide is tonight in Youngstown
Memorial for transgender teen who committed suicide is tonight in Youngstown
5 Akron firefighters and three others hurt in house fire
5 Akron firefighters and three others hurt in house fire
Kasich proposes drastic cut in small business taxes
Kasich proposes drastic cut in small business taxes
Bad weather cancels some after-school programs in Youngstown
Bad weather cancels some after-school programs in Youngstown
US court in Virginia hears 2 Somali pirates’ appeals
US court in Virginia hears 2 Somali pirates’ appeals
Shell says it will drill off Alaska if it can get permits
Shell says it will drill off Alaska if it can get permits
Youngstown man faces charges for robbery and assaulting Boardman detective
Youngstown man faces robbery and assault charges
Winter Family Fun event today at Paul C. Bunn School is canceled
Event at Paul C. Bunn School is canceled
Boardman men assaulted, property damaged by angry customer
Boardman men assaulted, property damaged by angry customer
UPDATE | Beware of icy roads; police report 2 dead in accident
The Ohio State Highway Patrol is reporting two people have died in a traffic accident on Mahoning Avenue near Turner Road.
OSHP troopers seize 235 pounds of suspected marijuana in Lorain County
OSHP troopers seize 235 pounds of suspected weed in Lorain County
Youngstown schools have parent conferences Feb. 3-4
Youngstown schools have parent conferences Feb. 3-4
Youngstown firefighters check South Side building for smoke
Youngstown firefighters check South Side building for smoke
Ohio state officeholders: We oppose legalization of marijuana
Ohio state officeholders: We oppose legalization of marijuana
Boardman police investigating $50K theft, vandalism at township businesses
Boardman police investigating $50K theft, vandalism at township businesses
Gas blast at Mexico City children's hospital kills at least 3; dozens injured
Gas blast at Mexico City children's hospital kills at least 3, dozens injured
Trumbull grand jury won't hear case of detective who fired shots at man
Trumbull grand jury won't head case of detective who fired shots at man
Campbell police arrest Youngstown man on drug-possession charges
Campbell police arrest Youngstown man on drug-possession charges
Warren police seeking public's help to find missing man
Warren police seeking public's help to find missing man
City police make four felony drug arrests overnight
City police make four felony drug arrests overnight
US unemployment benefit applications plunge to 15-year low
US unemployment benefit applications plunge to 15-year low
Freezing rain hits central Ohio first, headed here
Freezing rain hits central Ohio first, headed here
Opening statements expected in murder trial of ex-Pat Aaron Hernandez
Opening statements expected in murder trial of ex-Pat Aaron Hernandez
Driver in fatal downtown Columbus bus-truck crash indicted
Driver in fatal downtown Columbus bus-truck crash indicted
Authorities investigating woman struck and killed in Liberty
Authorities investigating woman struck and killed in Liberty
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan: My view on abortion has changed
The switch reflects ‘where my heart and mind is now’
Detroit rallies from 16 down to shock YSU women
The Titans outscored the Penguins 40-23 in the second half.
Mooney statement says former principal knows reasons for dismissal
John Young doesn’t agree with reasons for his dismissal but acknowledges they’ve been discussed with him, Diocese statement says.
Valley school leaders learn of career resources for students
Whether students are going to college or to careers after high school, there are key resources available here to prepare them, school board members from Mahoning County learned Wednesday.
Alvaro’s line critical in Phantoms’ success
Last weekend, the Phantoms went to Iowa and stunned the USHL’s top team with 5-3 and 3-2 victories.
Humane Society of Columbiana County working to get out of debt, restore services
The lack of money has curtailed services, but Saturday's fundraiser will help.
Spartans build lead, hold off Raiders late
Spartans forward Krista Johnson paced Boardman (10-8, 3-5 AAC Red) with 25 points and seven rebounds.
SPORTS DIGEST || Poland LB Wollet chooses Robert Morris
Poland LB Wollet chooses Robert Morris POLAND Poland senior linebacker Adam Wollet verbally
Boardman police investigate shooting that injured 12-year-old boy
Township police are investigating a case of aggravated burglary and felonious assault after someone shot a 12-year-old boy in the leg during a break-in Monday night.
Kristian Bush unhitches himself from Sugarland
With Sugarland on hiatus Kristian Bush is going on the road this winter. That includes a Friday show at the Dusty Armadillo.
Wednesday’s State Dual-Meet Wrestling results
DIVISION I Fitch wins to advance; Boardman ousted COPLEY The Falcons beat Green, 52-14, and
Trumbull road worker commended for helping save man trapped on lake
Tim Monroe, highway supervisor for the Trumbull County Engineer’s Office, says he was in the “right place at the right time” when an SUV slid onto a frozen Vienna Township lake.
Beer reviewers honor Vintage Estate
Vintage Estate Wine and Beer in Boardman has been rated by RateBeer.com reviewers as one of the Top Places to Have a Beer in the World.
Irving explodes for 55 in Cavaliers’ win
He broke the arena record as LeBron James sat out with an injury.
Arkansas professor named Kent at Trumbull dean
Lance Grahn has been selected as the new dean and chief administrative officer at Kent State University at Trumbull.
Damaged Struthers baseball complex burdens league
Driver to appear in court after plowing into Struthers baseball league complex
New appeals judge Robb sworn in
Carol Ann Robb will become a 7th District Court of Appeals judge Feb. 9.
Germaine Bennett appointed new Mill Creek board commissioner
Germaine Bennett appointed as new Mill Creek MetroParks board commissioner
YSU professor lectures about link between earthquakes, fracking
Public lecture focuses on shale play's impact in the Mahoning Valley
Congregants get closer to God through Torah mitzvah
Ron Sabelli, a member of Congregation Ohev Tzedek in Boardman, wears gloves as he erases dirt from the Torah. The temple has eight Torahs and one Holocaust Torah. The one being cleaned, one of the temple's youngest, is about 125 years old.
OSU playing a smaller, faster brand of basketball
Ohio State coach Thad Matta doesn’t change his mind frequently.
Who’s seeking presidency?
Opinion: By Dan K. THOMASSON Tribune News Service WASHINGTON It’s still a couple of months until Spring
Supporting casinos
Supporting casinos YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber, along with the Dayton Area
Selig leaves baseball on firm footing
Opinion: WASHINGTON The business of baseball and the nation’s business used to be conducted in Washington
NIGHTLIFE
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Fri: Jim Frank Combo, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Mission unaccomplished in assault on the federal debt
Opinion: WASHINGTON Oh, the debt. Yawn. How passe. How 2009. Once, President Obama held a summit on
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “2Real4U,SDRq a new Christian drama series, will be shot in the Youngstown
Boston bombing trial may not have anti-death penalty jurors
Opinion: By Rekha Basu Des Moines Register A disturbing sort of discrimination has emerged during jury
Unions can help the GOP
Opinion: By Christopher Flavelle Bloomberg News If Republicans are serious about fighting stagnant wages,
‘Because as goes Texas ...’
Opinion: Fort Worth (Texas) Star-Telegram: Moments after being sworn into office, newly inaugurated Gov. Greg
“How to Get Away With Murder” (10 p.m., ABC): How many more jaw-dropping moments does
“How to Get Away With Murder” (10 p.m., ABC): How many more jaw-dropping moments does “How to Get
Farmers National Bank reports $9 million profit for 2014
Farmers National Banc Corp. reports drop in fourth quarter earnings, increase for the full year
Civil-rights convictions tossed in SC
Associated Press ROCK HILL, S.C. For a moment, Clarence Graham’s heart raced. Fifty four years
IS group releases new audio message by Japanese hostage
Associated Press BEIRUT The Islamic State group released a message late Wednesday purportedly by
METRO DIGEST || Brine pre-treatment cuts road salt costs
Money saved by brine WARREN The Trumbull County engineer’s office says it may have saved more
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Black or White (PG-13) Cinema South: Fri.-Th. (12:40) 4, 7:30, 10:10 Regal
Warren police should revel in evaluation by US Justice Dept.
Editorial: It has been 12 years since the city of Warren Police Department came to the attention of the U.S.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS No ‘Sniper’ for Ventura MINNEAPOLIS “American Sniper” is tops at the box office
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Mahoning County commissioners, 10 a.m., commissioners’ hearing room, county
Rookies gamble on Super Bowl ads
Associated Press NEW YORK More Super Bowl ad rookies will be trying to score a touchdown this
China, Alibaba face off over fakes
Associated Press BEIJING There’s a tiger fight going on in China. Regulators on Wednesday
Christian singer invites local singers
ASHTABULA Christian singer/composer Ken Medema is inviting local vocalists to take part in a mass
Hezbollah fires missile salvo, kills 2 Israeli soldiers
Associated Press SHEAR YASHUV, Israel The Lebanese militant Hezbollah group fired a salvo of
VANDERbilt rape trial Verdicts signaling support for victims
Associated Press NASHVILLE, TENN. The gang-rape conviction of two former Vanderbilt University
Waze traffic app draws concerns
Associated Press WASHINGTON Sheriffs said Wednesday that Google’s popular Waze traffic app is
A property agency is looking for a business for a vacant downtown location
The fenced-in hole has been in that condition since 2008
Airport bans sale of pot-themed souvenirs
Airport bans sale of pot-themed souvenirs DENVER Tourists who fly to Colorado, home of legal
Republicans introduce legislation in state House, outline priorities in Senate
Legislation deals with charter schools and water quality, among other things
Hearings continue
Hearings continue YOUNGSTOWN Hearings are expected to continue today at the Martin P. Joyce
Home Savings 'well positioned' for 2015
Leaders at United Community Financial Corp. pleased with fourth quarter earnings and positive about the future.
'Fat N' Furious' picks up where it left off
Tommy Christmas promised tearjerkers on “Fat N’ Furious” this year, and he delivered.
Unheralded players often star in Super Bowl
;Almost all football fans know Tom Brady, Russell Wilson, Richard Sherman, Marshawn Lynch and Rob Gronkowski.
YEARS AGO
Today is Thursday, Jan. 29, the 29th day of 2015. There are 336 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Shelby Wilson and James Rounds, Youngstown, boy, Jan. 27.
Moths plaguing your home?
Moths plaguing your home? The India meal moth is a frequent pest this time of year, infesting
Support your local garden center
Support your local garden center The new arrivals are coming in every day. It’s time to get out
Traps control moles
Q. I have small mounds of dirt in my lawn. What is doing this and how can I stop it? Loran from
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH German court upholds man’s right to pee standing up BERLIN A German court has
Library schedules martial arts lesson
Library schedules martial arts lesson LEETONIA Leetonia Community Public Library, 181 Walnut
Youth concussion laws pushed by NFL lack bite
The laws were passed with remarkable speed, and many were weakened because of concerns about cost.
Ovechkin's drought vs. Penguins ends
This defeat snapped a run of three victories in a row for the Penguins at the Verizon Center.
Mandala Paper Craft
Mandala Paper Craft When: Saturday, 1–3 p.m. What: Learn about healing wholeness of circular
Social, resourceful —: The fascinating American crow
By Sara Scudier OSU Extension volunteer naturalist American crows, Corvus brachyrhynchos, are
Snow? No problem — now’s the time to plan for spring Seed catalogs
But you can count on the seed catalogs arriving.
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