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Festival brings a touch of Italy to downtown Youngstown
Festival brings a touch of Italy to downtown Youngstown
D&E Counseling Center prepares to run programs for kids
D&E Counseling Center prepares to run programs for kids
Touring marching band camps out, performs Sunday in Austintown
Touring marching band camps out, performs Sunday in Austintown
Hillary, Bill Clinton earn more than $139M between 2007-14
Hillary, Bill Clinton earn more than $139M between 2007-14
Jail inmate in Arizona pulls eye out of its socket
Jail inmate in Arizona pulls eye out of its socket
UPDATE | One dead in Ohio Turnpike crash in Austintown
UPDATE | One dead in Ohio Turnpike crash in Austintown
Pot legalization group reports spending $2 million in effort
Pot legalization group reports spending $2 million in effort
Man robbed, shot was delivering pizza to vacant Ohio address
Man robbed, shot was delivering pizza to vacant Ohio address
OH WOW! children's center in downtown Youngstown closed for 3 days
OH WOW! children's center in downtown Youngstown closed for 3 days
Juvenile arrested for the murder of 18-year-old man
Juvenile arrested for the murder of 18-year-old man
Cash, debit card taken from unlocked cars in Girard
Cash, debit card taken from unlocked cars in Girard
Girard police probe Lincoln Avenue break-in, theft
Girard police probe Lincoln Avenue break-in, theft
Penn National to acquire Illinois video gaming terminal operator
Penn National to acquire Illinois video gaming terminal operator
$300,000 still available to retrain manufacturing workers
$300,000 still available to retrain manufacturing workers
Higher wages a surprising success for Seattle restaurant
Higher wages a surprising success for Seattle restaurant
Experimental Ebola vaccine could stop virus in West Africa
Experimental Ebola vaccine could stop virus in West Africa
Poland police arrest man after accident on Bedford Road
Poland police arrest man after accident on Bedford Road
Woman gets probation for drowning puppy in airport toilet
Woman gets probation for drowning puppy in airport toilet
Man acquitted of murder last week arrested again
Man acquitted of murder arrested again this morning
Jones gets 5 years after skipping out on 2014 sentencing
Jones gets 5 years after skipping out on 2014 sentencing
Pasta dinner to benefit cancer patient
Pasta dinner to benefit cancer patient YOUNGSTOWN A pasta dinner benefit will take place from
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Tri-Gold Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet Aug. 13 at A
American Business Women's Association awards scholarships
ABWA recently awarded scholarships to Becca Polkanowicz and Emily Damelio.
Luke Bryan looks for Grammy
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Luke Bryan is easily the reigning prince of country
More tax issues in Mahoning County on the November ballot than the last 2 general elections combined
There are 27 tax issues so far with the filing deadline Wednesday
Stemming summer learning loss
Fifty-two students spent the summer reading and discussing, writing and performing skits about what they’ve read
Western Reserve Road repaving set
Just over a mile of Western Reserve Road will soon be repaved between Hitchcock and Tippecanoe roads.
Vallourec leaders expect further future loss
The company reported a net loss of 199 million euros or $217 million in the second quarter of 2015, and expects worst results in the future.
The U.S. Senate confirmed a Mahoning County native to a high-level job in the General Service Administration
Her ‘family is very proud of this milestone,’ says her brother
Western Reserve Road bridge project is on schedule for August completion
Bridge set to reopen in "very late August," ODOT District 4 spokesman says
Tom Cruise does the impossible in action flick MISSION: ACCOMPLISHED
JOCELYN NOVECK AP National Writer There’s some interesting talk in the cleverly satisfying
E. coli counts drop in Mill Creek Park waters
Despite E. coli count drops, health officials warn against premature conclusions.
Poland celebrates with fireworks, parade, pie and more
On June 26, Celebrate Poland 2015 kicked off with the Annual Strawberry Festival at Poland
Creating natural gardens with Martha Swiss
By amanda tonoli atonoli@vindy.com On June 25, the Poland library welcomed guest Martha Swiss, a
Canfield Sports Briefs
Send Neighbors your news If you’re a fall sports coach or the parent of an athlete, we need your
Columbus Children’s Theatre brings ‘Sleeping Beauty’ to the library
By AMANDA TONOLI atonoli@vindy.com “Sleeping Beauty” premiered at the Boardman library on
Swimmers raise funds for American Cancer Society
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield Swim and Tennis Club swim team had its fourth
Austintown Sports Briefs
Send us your news If you’re a summer sports coach or the parent of an athlete, we need your help.
Canfield United Methodist Preschool ‘steps up’
The Canfield United Methodist Preschool has officially been designated a 2-star Step Up To Quality preschool.
Sunrise salutes the flag for the fourth
By amanda tonoli atonoli@vindy.com Sunrise of Poland celebrated their annual Fourth of July
Day Camp has archaeology adventure
By amanda tonoli atonoli@vindy.com On July 10, Adventure Day Camp in Boardman Park had some
Austintown library lets it go at the ‘Frozen’ Summer Party
By amanda tonoli atonoli@vindy.com The Austintown library let it all go at a special themed
Austintown Community Briefs
The National Buddy Walk Program The Down Syndrome Association of the Valley 2015 Buddy Walk is one
Montgomery, Capp date is announced
Brittany Montgomery and Jonathan Capp, both of Rootstown, are engaged. Her parents are announcing
Fun for all at Family Night in the Park
By amanda tonoli atonoli@vindy.com Families and friends joined together for Family Night in the
Resident takes dream trip
Boardman Shepherd of the Valley resident Margaret Voytko was an avid gambler with dreams of visiting
Poland Sports Briefs
Fall activity fee due The Poland Local School Board instituted an activity fee for athletics in
Jayne Alcorn, Todd DiMascio to marry Aug. 8
POLAND Patrick and Peggy Alcorn of Poland are announcing the engagement and upcoming nuptials of
Date for Sabeh, Smerechansky rites announced
The families of Jessica Lynn Sabeh and Peter Jordan Smerechansky, both of Boardman, are announcing
Solis-Santillo engagement is announced
Amy Solis of Boardman and Michael Santillo of Austintown are engaged. Her mother, Norma Solis of
Guittar-Reese wedding plans announced
AUSTINTOWN Jeanette and Jack Guittar of Austintown are announcing the engagement and upcoming
Family dinner honors Perrys for 65th milestone
AUSTINTOWN G. James and Rosemary Perry of Austintown were the guests of honor at a dinner hosted
Maria Fiorenza, Marc Schiavoni plan Aug. rites
BOARDMAN Atty. Louis and Joan Schiavoni of Boardman are announcing the engagement and upcoming
Union Electric acquires local business
Union Electric plans to grow Alloys Unlimited & Processing's business.
Indians trade OF Moss to Cardinals
Cleveland received former first-round pick Rob Kaminsky in exchange.
Loaded Canfield team seeks state title
The 9-10 state tournament begins Saturday in Hamilton with 11 teams set to vie for the title.
Colt 15 ZONE TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE All GAMES AT CENE PARK, STRUTHERS
TODAY vAlbany vs. Mars No. 1; 12:30 p.m., Field No. 1 vDiamond Boys vs. Hurricane Select; 12:30
Finding something for everyone at the Farmer’s Market
The Austintown Township Park hosted the Austintown Farmer’s Market on June 29.
Inside the ropes WITH …
Inside the ropes WITH … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot an even-par 71 in
On the links Thursday’s pro golf results
QUICKEN LOANS NATIONAL GAINESVILLE, VA. Tiger Woods took a conservative 3-wood off the first
Colt-15 Zone tourney set for Cene Park
The event includes seven teams from three states, including a Youngstown All-Star team.
Talmer Bank reports second quarter earnings of $17.5 million
Talmer Bancorp, Inc. reports second quarter 2015 net income of $17.5 million, representing $0.23 of earnings per diluted average common share.
Youngstown Cene opens PONY play with a victory
Mike Boswell, one of just three 17-year-olds on the team, threw four shutout innings.
Former OSU QB trying to catch on as wide receiver
Waiting for his turn to join Cleveland’s offensive huddle, Terrelle Pryor cut an impressive figure.
More pot signatures submitted for Ohio ballot
ResponsibleOhio collected the 95,572 new names over the past 10 days
Boardman Community Briefs
The National Buddy Walk Program The Down Syndrome Association of the Valley 2015 Buddy Walk is one
Confederate flags left near MLK church
Associated Press ATLANTA Police worked Thursday to identify two white males who were caught on
Survey marks first step to creating long-term plan for Hubbard Township
Township residents will receive the survey in the mail this week
Four Buckeyes suspended for season opener
Ohio State will face one of its toughest tests of the season without its best defensive player and three talented receivers.
Bush courts minority voters
Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. Following his own advice, Jeb Bush is taking his presidential
Wing debris could help solve mystery of Flight 370
Associated Press SAINT-ANDRE, Reunion A barnacle-encrusted wing part that washed up on a remote
Protesters forced from river after trying to block Arctic-bound Shell icebreaker
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. Authorities forced protesters in kayaks from a river Thursday
cincinnati shooting Officer pleads, is released on bail
Associated Press CINCINNATI A University of Cincinnati police officer who fatally shot a
Protest claims attorney should not be allowed to run as independent for Warren law director
The Trumbull County Board of Elections will meet Aug. 12 to hear a protest of the independent candidacy of Jeffrey Goodman for Warren law director
Allegiant executives were flying plane that ran low on fuel
Associated Press Two executives with pilot licenses were flying the Allegiant Air jet that made an
Economic rebound sets stage for Fed rate increase
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. economy isn’t moving at warp speed, but it looks like it
Struthers school board approves tax levy renewal for November ballot
The board convened on Thursday for a regular meeting.
birthdays
birthdays Actor Don Murray is 86. Singer Lobo is 72. Actress Geraldine Chaplin is 71. Singer Gary
Man gets three and a half years on gang, weapons charges
Admitted to being member of E Block gang on West Side
Organization has Warren birthday party for Medicare
More than 52 million Americans rely on Medicare to pay for doctor visits, prescriptions, emergency room visits and other healthcare benefits.
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Friday, July 31, the 212th day of 2015. There are 153 days left in the year.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Danielle Diamantes and Paul Robenolt, Youngstown, girl,
Howland man sentenced to 14 years for aggravated robbery
Gayshawn Bryant had a substantial criminal record before he turned 18 and showed no remorse for the aggravated robbery
Animal research essential
Opinion: By Frankie L. TRULL The Philadelphia Inquirer Scientists in Philadelphia may be on the cusp of
Dad of toddler found decomposed in crib had been granted sole custody
Associated Press CLEVELAND A man who told police he put bags of garbage in his young daughter’s
Oakhill criminal-corruption case taking interesting twists, turns as parties gear up for March trial
Opinion: There were a couple of interesting developments recently in the Oakhill Renaissance Place criminal-
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 25.30 —.15 Avalon
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Greater Youngstown Italian Fest, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.: The giant
COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Alex J. Fischer, 23, of 1234 Huron Ave., New Castle,
TV stars to visit
TV stars to visit NILES A pair of children’s television stars will greet fans and sign
News conference scheduled at racino
News conference scheduled at racino AUSTINTOWN State, local and racino officials will host a
Obama criticizes leaders in Africa, but stops short of issuing an indictment
Editorial: President Barack Obama, hailed as a son of Africa during his five-day visit to the economically and
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., corner of Fruit Street, Youngstown,
FirstEnergy posts 2nd-quarter report
FirstEnergy posts 2nd-quarter report AKRON FirstEnergy Corp. on Thursday reported second-quarter
That’s how they roll in Hermitage
The Mahoning-Shenango Valley now has a second roller derby team, an upstart squad comprised mainly
Afghan Taliban choose new leader
Afghan Taliban choose new leader KABUL, Afghanistan The Taliban confirmed the death of
Poland Community Briefs
The National Buddy Walk Program The Down Syndrome Association of the Valley 2015 Buddy Walk is one
SPORTS digest
Ex-Auburn DL heads to Murray State MURRAY, KY. Former Auburn defensive lineman Elijah Daniel has
Thursday, July 30 (104 stories)
Stemming summer learning loss at Youngstown Freedom School
Stemming summer learning loss at Youngstown Freedom School
Bridge project at Western Reserve and I-680 stays on schedule
Bridge project at Western Reserve and I-680 stays on schedule
Trumbull board to hear protest regarding hopeful’s candidacy
Trumbull board to hear protest regarding hopeful’s candidacy
Struthers school board puts renewal levy on November ballot
Struthers school board puts renewal levy on November ballot
UPDATE | OSHP says all lanes of Interstate 76 eastbound in Milton Township are open
OSHP says all lanes of Interstate 76 eastbound in Milton Township are open
UPDATE | One lane of I-76 now open after fatal accident
One lane of i-76 now open after fatal accident
Ohio State suspends Bosa, Marshall, 2 others for opener
Ohio State suspends Bosa, Marshall, 2 others for opener
Mill Creek Park lake tests show E. coli counts have dropped
Mill Creek Park lake tests show E. coli count have dropped
BREAKING NEWS | 1 person, 3 horses killed in I-76 crash in Milton Township
BREAKING NEWS | 1 person, 3 horses killed in i-76 crash in Milton Township
Judge rejects lowering bond of man accused in 2002 murder
Judge rejects lowering bond of man accused in 2002 murder
Power restored to several thousand after short outage
Power restored to several thousand after short outage
Police probe many cigarette thefts at Austintown Walmart
Police probe many cigarette thefts at Austintown Walmart
Commissioners OK road closing for water supply project
Commissioners OK road closing for water supply project
Insulation doesn't insulate man from getting arrested for drugs
Insulation doesn't insulate man from getting arrested for drugs
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Jason and Kelly (Snyder) Cline of Wellington, Fla., are announcing the birth of their second
Packard museum plans a trunk sale
Packard museum plans a trunk sale WARREN The National Packard Museum, 1899 Mahoning Ave. NW, has
Police, paramedics assist homeless man pistol whipped under bridge
Police, paramedics assist homeless man pistol whipped under bridge
Poll: Kasic picks up points but still trails Trump
Poll: Kasic picks up points but still trails Trump
Health board begins testing Lake Newport for E. coli
A health board technician on Wednesday collected nine water samples
Poland 9-10 girls state their case
On Saturday in Tallmadge, Poland and three other teams begin a quest for this year’s state championship trophy.
Man arraigned in retaliation case; gets permission to attend brother's funeral
Has bond set at $35,000
Greater Youngstown Italian Fest continues tradition FOOD, FUN & A STREET SERENADE
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Greater Youngstown Italian Fest continues
A stream of songs from James Taylor
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK James Taylor is OK with the booming streaming music
ALTHOUGH LOW ON FORBES’ 2015 LIST . . . YSU RANKS AMONG THE BEST
YSU ranks 649 on a list of 650 “Top Collges” in the country
City schools band hits high notes
The Youngstown Schools Citywide Marching Band prepares for the school year
Poland school board approves resolution to put bond issue and levy on ballot
Funds would go toward construction and maintenance of new school
‘Oliver!’ closes season at Salem theater
Staff report SALEM Salem Community Theater will close its season with “Oliver!,” running for
Oakhill defendants will get a Sept. 21 hearing on the supposed withholding of secretly-recorded tapes
Prosecutors insist all of the tapes are in the hands of defense attorneys
Pettine: Browns will use lack of respect as motivation
The first step comes today as the Browns hold their first training camp practice.
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO TODAY 7:30 a.m. (GC) Golf: Saltire Energy Paul Lawler MatchPlay. 7:55 a.m. (FS1)
sNFL roundup
MINNESOTA VIKINGS Peterson back on field after hiatus MANKATO, MINN. Adrian Peterson burst
Surging Pirates finish sweep of Twins
Andrew McCutchen hit a home run and turned an RBI single into race around the bases.
Poland’s 11-12 girls bow out against Iowa
Poland finished 3-3 in the Central Region Tournament in Indianapolis.
PONY Palomino teams hoping to get to California by way of Struthers
For the first time, the local Class B League will field a team in the PONY Palomino East Zone Tournament, which begins at 3 p.m. today at Bob Cene Park.
Red-hot Roth Brothers team set to begin play in N.C. today
The winner will advance to next week’s COLT 16-U World Series, which will be held in Lafayette, Ind.
oddly enough
oddly enough Ohio State coach Meyer, mascot celebrated in butter at fair COLUMBUS Winning
Yellowed petunias?
Yellowed petunias? The wet weather, and some other issues, have left some petunias looking sad.
BLUE MOON NIGHT HIKE
BLUE MOON NIGHT HIKE When: 8:30 p.m. Friday What: This evening marks the second full moon, also
Lots of grubs?
Lots of grubs? Due to the excessive moisture this summer, we are predicting this may be a banner
Probe of pot petitions begins
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s elections chief named a special investigator Wednesday to
Tips for the care and robust growth of ... PERENNIALS
By LINDA C. DOLAK OSU Master Gardener Volunteer What do we do with perennials? Do we deadhead,
Brady takes fight to social media, court
The lawsuit argues that the NFL made up its rules as it went along and misapplied the ones that were already on the books.
Martavis Bryant eyeing bigger role for Steelers
Martavis Bryant added 20 pounds of muscle over the spring, most of it in his well-tattooed biceps.
Ohio reports first 2 cases of West Nile virus
Staff report COLUMBUS Ohio’s first two human cases of West Nile virus in 2015 have been reported
Kluber, home runs power Tribe in rout of KC
The Indians found the perfect way to avoid a winless homestand.
A few reasons why hydrangeas wilt
Q. Last fall I planted four hydrangeas on the south side of my house. It is somewhat shady, but
Sick plants?
Sick plants? Some shrubs and perennials look rather sick after six weeks of rain. The problem is
Woman pleads guilty to child endangering, to be sentenced later
Kayla Liller, 21, pleaded guilty Wednesday to two counts of child endangering for causing injuries to her boyfriend’s daughter
Feds accuse Philly rep of corruption
Feds accuse Philly rep of corruption PHILADELPHIA U.S. Rep. Chaka Fattah paid off an illegal $1
Habitat for Humanity, Second Harvest Food Bank, Warren YWCA among awardees
Twenty-two nonprofit organizations receive money
Warren killer to serve at least four more years
Christopher W. Daniel, who has served 26 years for a 1988 attack on an elderly Warren couple, will serve at least four more years in prison.
Daniel named Librarian of the Year
Heidi Daniel, director of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, has been named Librarian of the Year by the Ohio Library Council.
Streets closed
Streets closed YOUNGSTOWN Several downtown streets are closed because of the Greater Youngstown
Holmes’ mother gives emotional testimony
Associated Press CENTENNIAL, Colo. James Holmes’ mother insisted Wednesday she would “have been
congress
congress Highway bill The House voted Wednesday to shore up federal aid for highway and transit
Pittsburgh man convicted of sexual imposition
James Callozzo served as pastor of a Youngstown church
Missing person
Missing person WARREN The Warren Police Department has issued a missing persons bulletin for
Frantic 911 caller: Dispatcher had no reason to hang up
Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. A 911 caller said Wednesday she was panicked about a friend
Two Trumbull hostage-takers gets additional 7 years in prison
Kevin T. Johns of Cincinnati and Richard Ware of Warren participated in a 2014 hostage-taking at the county jail
FOUNDATION GRANTS Recipients The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley today announced grants totaling $113,000 to 22 nonprofit organizations in Mahoning and Trumbull counties. These
$5,000, Junior Achievement of the Mahoning Valley, Student programs (Kennedy Family Fund). $5,000,
Removal of church sign shows loss of free speech
Opinion: Removal of church sign shows loss of free speech The recent article in The Vindicator, “Church’s
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Thursday, July 30, the 211th day of 2015. There are 154 days left in the year.
Carter: Successful Iran nuke deal better than military strike
Associated Press WASHINGTON Defense Secretary Ash Carter said Wednesday that the U.S. armed
Judge refuses plea request; man gets sentenced on 16 felonies
Sentence is almost five years in prison
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS/DANCERS “Cinderella,SDRq Penn-Ohio Dance Center production of Prokofiev’s
Boxcar Lounge, 534 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-747-3232
Boxcar Lounge, 534 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-747-3232 Sat: Guilty Pleasures, 8 p.m. Sun:
Valley beer industry worth about $110 million
New economic study shows direct economic impact of the beer industry across the nation
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Liberty Township trustees, noon, administration hearing room, 1315 Church Hill-
Hanni disciplinary hearing set
Atty. Heidi A. Hanni missed four office appointments and two court hearings, complaint alleges.
malaysia airlines crash US official: Debris in photo belongs to 777
Associated Press WASHINGTON Air-safety investigators have a “high degree of confidence” that
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Cory and Starla Adams, Wellsville, girl, July 28. Paige
birthdays
birthdays Blues musician Buddy Guy is 79. Movie director Peter Bogdanovich is 76. Singer Paul Anka
Downtown art gallery to open in October
The Soap Gallery will open at former Purple Cat location in the fall
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 25.46 .05 Avalon
Desperate migrants rush Channel tunnel
Associated Press CALAIS, France The young Afghan has tried every single day for three months to
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation (PG-13) With the IMF disbanded, secret agent
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
“Extreme I Do’s” (10 p.m., TLC): Before you plan a fairy tale wedding, remember
“Extreme I Do’s” (10 p.m., TLC): Before you plan a fairy tale wedding, remember that those stories
Allegiant reports profitable 2Q earnings
Airline reports a 64.5 percent increase in operating income
Facing up to her critics
Opinion: By Cathy Young Newsday The latest controversy over women in the military has focused on the
Gutting school libraries shortchanges all students
Editorial: Are public school libraries fast becoming the neglected and mistreated bastard children of our
University cop indicted on murder charge in shooting
Associated Press CINCINNATI A University of Cincinnati officer who shot a motorist during a
Control of the border is the key
Opinion: People who entered the United States illegally may be called “undocumented” in politically correct
Today
Today Fairs, Festivals St. Patrick’s Parish Festival, 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., St. Patrick Church of
Huntington: Cost of school keeps rising
Huntington: Cost of school keeps rising COLUMBUS Parents with three children in elementary,
Wednesday, July 29 (89 stories)
Poland voters to see bond issue and tax levy on November ballot
Poland voters to see bond issue and tax levy on November ballot
Joe Walsh pre-sale tickets available online Thursday
Joe Walsh pre-sale tickets available online Thursday
1 dead, 10 injured as church van crashes into train in Ohio
1 dead, 10 injured as church van crashes into train in Ohio
YSU makes Forbes’ annual list of “America’s Top Colleges” — at second to last.
YSU makes Forbes’ annual list of “America’s Top Colleges” — at second to last.
Downtown Youngstown streets closed for Greater Youngstown Itailian Festival
Downtown Youngstown streets closed for Greater Youngstown Italian Festival
DQ Blizzard treat purchases Thursday benefit Akron Children's Hospital Mahoning Valley
DQ Blizzard treat purchases Thursday benefit Akron Children's Hospital Mahoning Valley
Fellows Riverside Gardens closed to the public at 3 p.m. Friday
Fellows Riverside Gardens closed to the public Friday
Israeli bulldozers start demolishing West Bank settlement
Israeli bulldozers start demolishing West Bank settlement
Ohio elections chief opens investigation into pot petitions
Ohio elections chief opens investigation into pot petitions
Chicago man cleared after 17 years in prison shot dead
Chicago man cleared after 17 years in prison shot dead
Split verdict for Poland music tutor; gets 60 days for indecency
Split verdict for Poland music tutor; gets 60 days for indecency
Ohio cop indicted on murder charge in traffic-stop shooting
Ohio cop indicted on murder charge in traffic-stop shooting
Family of six asleep as fire burned on second floor
Family of six asleep as fire burned on second floor
Man gets 7 more years for Trumbull jail hostage taking
Man gets 7 more years for Trumbull jail hostage taking
FAA wants to know why Allegiant plane was running out of fuel
FAA wants to know why Allegiant plane was running out of fuel
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
FRIDAY Canfield Lions Club will have a fish fry from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at A La Cart Catering, 429
Ellsworth schools reunion coming up
Ellsworth schools reunion coming up ELLSWORTH The 81st Annual Ellsworth School Reunion is
Members of a service sorority reunite to reminisce
Alpha Pi Epsilon recently gathered to reminisce about accomplishments.
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
City school board questions Youngstown Plan
One city school board member said she wants to know the board’s role under the new plan
Clarkins Drive extension approved
The extension is near the racino and the busy I-80 and state Route 46 interchange.
Organization offers treatment scholarship to heroin addict who asked for jail sentence
Kayla Dempsey, 25, was sentenced to 30 days in jail earlier this month
Life is still sweet for rockers Sugar Ray
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Every morning when Mark McGrath wakes up he may not find
Unanimous support for power plant at hearing
The $800 million facility will be built in Lordstown Industrial Park
Fun activities fill time at children’s art camp
The Missions Office in the Diocese of Youngstown hosts the program
Mahoning County Board of Health to begin testing Lake Newport
Officials will collect water samples on Wednesday
Give grilling fare some heat
Family Features Gathering around the grill never gets old, but standard burgers and bland sides
Goodell upholds suspension; NFLPA says next step is court
Goodell: QB had his cellphone destroyed the day he met with Ted Wells.
Cardinals’ hire makes history
Jen Welter has a PhD in psychology as well as a season as a player on a men’s team, the Texas Revolution of the Indoor Football League.
Tom’s five hits lead Scrappers to romp
Tom’s five hits lead Scrappers to romp NORWICH, CONN. Ka’ai Tom contributed five hits and four
oddly enough
oddly enough Fugitive’s role in horror film leads to his arrest TACOMA, Wash. A fugitive has
Canfield 10-11 baseball team gets ready for another trip to state
The 13 players came together after playing on six teams in Canfield Baseball Club’s regular season.
SBA loans to resume after limit raised
Associated Press NEW YORK Small businesses are again able to get loans backed by the federal
Kang’s blast leads Pirates over Twins
Jung Ho Kang hit a tiebreaking home run off the facing off the second deck in left center-field in the ninth inning.
Poland chasing Central Region crown
Poland (2-2) earned the No. 5 seed and will face No. 4 Nebraska (2-2).
4 Star Diner lives up to its name
As the search continues far and wide for the perfect hamburger, this month our journey took us to Cortland, home of the 4 Star Diner.
Man arrested at standoff has pending domestic violence charge
Records show police have been at the home nine times in '15
Watch for their return
Watch for their return Mike and Mark are taking next month off from their Signature Dish feature,
Waterline leak
Waterline leak SALEM Some city residents were without water for a brief time Tuesday morning and
The new athletic director for Campbell City Schools looks ahead
Ron Aulet comes to Campbell after working at the collegiate level.
Health care
Health care Spending A new government report says health care spending is speeding up again.
Officer addresses vehicle break-ins
By ROBERT CONNELLY rconnelly@vindy.com CANFIELD Maj. Jeff Allen of the Mahoning County
Jamestown remains identified as those of early leaders
Jamestown remains identified as those of early leaders NEWPORT NEWS, Va. Jamestown
Boardman to begin partial enforcement of landlord registration resolution
The township will not yet require landlords to register or pay fee
NJ man enters not-guilty pleas
NJ man enters not-guilty pleas LIBERTY Wason Neal, 40, of Old Bridge, N.J., entered not-guilty
More footage from jail released
Associated Press HEMPSTEAD, Texas Texas authorities on Tuesday released several hours of
A 12-foot-tall tribute to the former Paramount Theatre stands at the front of that downtown Youngstown landmark
The structure includes terra cotta from the former building
Spending on health care to accelerate
Associated Press WASHINGTON The nation’s respite from accelerating health care costs appears to
Families of missing teens remain hopeful
Associated Press TEQUESTA, Fla. Two teens whose lives were intertwined with the sea remained
Monsanto hits all wrong notes
Opinion: The Canadian rocker and master storyteller Neil Young says: “Music is a universal language.” Yes,
A look into the new Windows
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Microsoft’s new Windows 10 operating system debuts today, as the
Economic development plan presented to Economic Action Group
New branding for the city was unveiled at EAG’s 18th meeting at the Youngstown Business Incubator
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Western Reserve Transit Authority, 3 p.m., WRTA board room, 604 Mahoning Ave.
The Republican Party has a bigger problem than Donald Trump: It hasn’t figured out what it
Opinion: The Republican Party has a bigger problem than Donald Trump: It hasn’t figured out what it wants to
City reminds counties of sewer commitments
A 1988 agreement calls for 73.9 percent of Youngstown sewer improvement costs to be paid by the city, 21.7 percent by Mahoning County and 4.4 percent by Trumbull County
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital John and Victoria McFarland, Austintown, girl, July 27.
Aviation director asks feds for approval of daily flights to Chicago
Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport requests federal regulators to approve daily airline services to Chicago in October
GM to develop new vehicles for markets
GM to develop new vehicles for markets DETROIT General Motors is spending $5 billion over the
ADA has helped us see people with disabilities in much different light
Editorial: Sometimes – not always, but sometimes – Congress has the ability to do more than pass a law. It can
No Senate session on developmental centers before summer recess
No Senate session on developmental centers before summer recess
“Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation,” starring Tom Cruise, opens in theaters
“Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation,” starring Tom Cruise, opens in theaters Friday. It will be the
Tuesday, July 28 (96 stories)
Mahoning County Planning Commission approves Clarkins Drive extension
Mahoning County Planning Commission approves Clarkins Drive extension
Aviation director seeks approval for flights to Chicago
Aviation director seeks approval for flights to Chicago
Youngstown school board members want confab with state education officials
Youngstown school board members want confab with state education officials
No opposition to proposed $800M power plant in Lordstown
No opposition to proposed $800M power plant in Lordstown
Valley group helps woman battling heroin addiction
Valley group helps woman battling heroin addiction
Partial enforcement of Boardman landlord resolution begins
Partial enforcement of Boardman landlord resolution begins
UPDATE | Roger Goodell upholds Tom Brady's 4-game suspension
Roger Goodell upholds Tom Brady's 4-game suspension
Volunteers needed to move equipment to new site of South Side Academy
Volunteers needed to move equipment to new site of South Side Academy
Ga. Judge cuts damages in Jeep fire death from $150M to $40M
Ga. Judge cuts damages in Jeep fire death from $150M to $40M
No Senate session on developmental centers planned before end of its summer recess
No Senate session on developmental centers before end of of its recess
Driver injured after car strikes building on the East Side
Driver injured after car strikes building on the East Side
German Shepherd bites gunman and protects homeowner
German Shepherd bites gunman and protects homeowner
Project that will stop sewage discharges into park will cause disruptions
Construction in the park is expected to last more than three years
Man in custody after brief standoff on Idora Avenue
Man in custody after brief standoff on Idora Avenue
REUNIONS
Austintown-Fitch Class of 1973 will have its 60th birthday party at 4 p.m. Aug. 29 in McMahon Hall
Library is starting young writers group
Library is starting young writers group LEETONIA Leetonia Community Public Library, 181 Walnut
Florida congressional delegation will see upheaval in 2016
Florida congressional delegation will see upheaval in 2016
Massive Ogallala Aquifer - an ancient, steady water under the Great Plains — is in peril
The Great Plains’ invisible water crisis
Mothers hold out hope fort teen sons lost off Florida coast
The Latest on missing teens: Mothers hold out hope
New city schools commission to be appointed in October
A new city schools commission will be appointed by October and a CEO appointed by December
Stambaugh Stadium scoreboard upgraded
New lighting and a new scoreboard are being installed at YSU’s Stambaugh Stadium
Joe Walsh to kick off concert tour at Packard
Staff report WARREN Joe Walsh will kick off his fall solo tour Sept. 18 with a concert at
Kasich’s presidential bid may be too little, too late
Editorial: After an inauspicious launch of his campaign for the Republican nomination for president, Ohio Gov.
YSU picked to finish fourth in MVFC preseason poll
The Penguins placed three players on the preseason all-conference list.
Consumers, vendors expect to benefit from Ohio’s tax-free weekend
Ohio will have a sales tax holiday from Aug. 7-9 to help those parents and others shopping for back-to-school season.
Steelers’ offense ready to take flight
The offense will likely be key for the Steelers to repeat as AFC North champions
Johnny Manziel still No. 2 behind Josh McCown for Browns
Johnny Manziel had an uneventful summer, but his improved behavior hasn’t changed his position on Cleveland’s depth chart.
Campbell announces new athletic director
Campbell announces new athletic director Campbell Campbell City School District has named Ron
After Boston’s bid fizzles, city wonders: Now what?
The U.S. Olympic Committee officially severed ties with Boston on Monday.
oddly enough
oddly enough Putrid-smelling flower attracts large crowds in California BERKELEY, Calif.
Pelini: It’s ‘50-50’ that Daniel joins YSU
Former Auburn defensive lineman was kicked off team after burglary charges
Judge puts heroin ring members in prison
Three defendants were sentenced in a Georgia-to-Youngstown heroin ring.
Boy Scouts of America ends total ban on gay adult leaders
Associated Press NEW YORK The Boy Scouts of America on Monday ended its blanket ban on gay adult
US, Turkey plan for ‘safe zone’ free of IS in northern Syria
Associated Press BEIRUT Turkey and the United States have agreed on the outlines of a plan to
South Korean premier: MERS threat is over
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea South Korean Prime Minister Hwang Kyo-ahn says the country
Teachers learn about oil and gas industry
About 40 teachers participated in a workshop to learn about oil and gas and how to incorporate it into their instruction
Obama: GOP criticism of Iran deal ‘ridiculous’
Associated Press ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia President Barack Obama unleashed a blistering and
Consolidation of the Mental Health and ADADS boards resulted in savings in some areas
The first budget of the merged will be a work in progress
Fiat Chrysler Recalls List
fiat chrysler Affected models 2015 Chrysler 200 2014-2015 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 manufactured
Poland’s 11-12 softball team splits pair
Poland will now face Indiana in a resumption of Sunday’s game.
The area’s high temperature is supposed to reach at least 90 degrees today and Thursday
The weather doesn’t bother a Boardman man who wears a puppy costume outside a pet store
Runners benefit from juice
Q. I once thought I would get ahead of the “pain game” before I ran a marathon. I took about 1,200
Struthers looks to remove dam, improve sidewalks
Council had a special meeting to address grant applications
Early prison release request denied
A judge has denied Edward C. Anderson’s request for early prison release on a manslaughter charge.
Only three speech therapists in tri-county area are trained to diagnose and treat dysphagia
The inability to swallow and cause isolation and depression
Boardman and Lowellville to share schools treasurer
Boardman and Lowellville to share schools treasurer
Fiat Chrysler deal could prove costly
Associated Press DETROIT Fiat Chrysler could be required to lay out hundreds of millions of
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Cosby appeals ruling that unsealed deposition excerpts PHILADELPHIA Bill Cosby’s
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 25.29 .39 Avalon
Monsanto hits all wrong notes
Opinion: The Canadian rocker and master storyteller Neil Young says: “Music is a universal language.” Yes,
DIFFICULTY SWALLOWING
DIFFICULTY SWALLOWING Dysphagia means it takes more time and effort to move food or liquid from
Man possibly linked to missing women had contact with police
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W. Va. A man toting axes, a shovel and bleach when he was killed by
State’s infant-mortality rate sees slight drop, tops nation’s
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s infant mortality rate declined slightly in 2013, though it
‘Aggressive’ search underway for 2 teen fishers off Florida coast
Associated Press JUPITER, Fla. The Coast Guard searched “aggressively” off the Florida coast and
Assault reported
Assault reported HUBBARD Hubbard Township police responded Sunday to reports of a woman
birthdays
birthdays Actor Darryl Hickman is 84. Singer Jonathan Edwards is 69. Actress Sally Struthers is
Burial vault firm and cemetery sued
The lawsuit alleges the vault didn’t conform to the 50-year warranty under which it was sold.
Strong earthquake hits in Indonesia
Strong earthquake hits in Indonesia JAKARTA, Indonesia A strong earthquake has rocked
Plunge in Chinese markets sends global stocks lower
Plunge in Chinese markets sends global stocks lower NEW YORK The worst drop in China’s stock
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Tuesday, July 28, the 209th day of 2015. There are 156 days left in the year.
House, Senate clash over highway legislation
Associated Press WASHINGTON House Republicans rebuffed their Senate counterparts Monday over
Menopause treatment
Menopause treatment CLEVELAND The use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is
Agenda day
Agenda day Mahoning Valley Sanitary District, 4 p.m., assembly room, distict office, 1181
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v George Ezra: Tonight on “Tonight
Former Israeli intelligence and national security officials view Iran nuclear deal as best option
Opinion: Israeli officials are orchestrating a campaign to have Congress scuttle the Iran nuclear deal by
It’s hard to repeat the magic in a classic comedy film LAUGHABLE REMAKES
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK The modern comedy remake is among the most laughable of
Trustee Carano, state legislators look to pursue legislation to aide Wynclift Circle residents
Legislation would be similar to what former Gov. Voinovich vetoed in the 1990s
South Range to use last of new schools’ money to build bus garage
Bus garage would be next to board offices along state Route 46
Vision Center moves
Vision Center moves BOARDMAN Akron Children’s Hospital’s Vision Center has moved to a larger,
Baby parts for sale
Opinion: “...if we come to see ourselves as meat, then meat we shall become.” — Dr. Leon Kass, M.D.,
Monday, July 27 (81 stories)
Youngstown police arrest siblings in connection with pistol-whipping
Youngstown police arrest siblings in connection with pistol-whipping
Boardman and Lowellville to share schools treasurer
Boardman and Lowellville to share schools treasurer
South Range to use last of new schools’ money to build bus garage
South Range to use last of new schools' money to build bus garage
Mental Health & Recovery Board adopts $9.1 million budget
Mental Health & Recovery Board adopts $9.1 million budget
Police to be trained in recognizing and handling human trafficking cases
Police to be trained in recognizing and handling human trafficking cases
Two sisters file lawsuit against cemetery, burial vault company
Two sisters file lawsuit against cemetery, burial vault company
Looking at legislation to aide Wynclift Circle residents
Looking at legislation to aide Wynclift Circle residents
Canfield LL falls to North Canton
Canfield fell to the loser’s bracket and will next play on Tuesday.
Remains of Pearl Harbor sailors dug up for chance at identification
Remains of Pearl Harbor victims dug up for identification
Boston bows out of hosting 2024 Olympics; L.A. is last U.S. option
URGENT Boston out and USOC to look elsewhere
Magnitude 4.5 and 4.0 earthquakes recorded in Oklahoma
Magnitude 4.5 and 4.0 earthquakes recorded in Oklahoma
Federal judge sentences trio to prison for trafficking ring
Federal judge sentences trio to prison for trafficking ring
City schools will be headed by new commission by October
City schools will be headed by new commission by October
Tase me bro: Man shocked twice by Campbell police after begging for it
Tase me bro: Man shocked twice by Campbell police after begging for it
Ferguson presses cleanup bid ahead of Aug. 9 Brown anniversary
Ferguson presses cleanup bid ahead of Brown anniversary
3 pension funds sue New Jersey for billions in damages
3 pension funds sue New Jersey for billions in damages
Utah attorney general pleads not guilty on extensive bribery charges
A former Utah attorney general has pleaded not guilty to 13 charges of bribery and other crimes after prosecutors say he accepted beach vacations and use of a luxury houseboat from businessmen in trouble with regulators.
Jury selection underway in case of Poland band volunteer
Jury selection underway in case of Poland band volunteer
YSU football picked to finish fourth in preseason poll
YSU football picked to finish fourth in preseason poll.
Aqua Pennsylvania lifts request for customers to conserve water
Aqua Pennsylvania lifts request for customers to conserve water
Megan Rech | Michael Sueto
CHICAGO Megan Allyne Rech became the bride of Michael Sueto at 2:30 p.m. May 23 at First United
Sarah Wilhelm | Theodore Bean II
SHARON, PA. Sarah Cora Wilhelm of Hartford and Dr. Theodore Glenn Bean II of Franklin, Pa., were
Alexa Lovas | Daniel Jones
MCDONALD Alexa Lovas and Daniel Jones were united in marriage during an afternoon ceremony Aug. 9,
Shushok, Neumeister take home titles in Vindicator Greatest Golfer of the Valley junior championships
Cole Christman and Hannah Keffler won 14-and-under titles.
Sophia DiRusso | Christopher Valkier
LOWELLVILLE Sophia DiRusso and Christopher Valkier, both of Cleveland, exchanged vows May 16 at
A count last year found more than 500,000 visited YSU campus
A count last year found more than 500,000 visited YSU campus
The incident, believed to be a domestic, happened t 6 p.m. Sunday
The shootings occurred in a parking lot at the intersection of East State Street and Stambaugh
Cleveland developer hoping to bring shipping-container house to Warren
Is Warren ready for one of the more modern ideas in housing — the cargo-shipping container house?
Heavy rain, opposition hit Poland Little League softball
Poland trailed Indiana 7-0 before the game was suspended in the third inning.
Jerry Riley is disabled by Parkinson's Disease and arthritis
Family seeking donations to make house handicap accessible
Snakes alive!
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com CANFIELD Indiana Jones would not have liked being anywhere
Boardman officials plan to begin enforcing parts of landlord registration resolution
Decision to uphold resolution may end up in appeals court
New-play festival at Playhouse
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The two plays selected for this year’s Voices of the Valley New One-Act
East Main Street sidewalk progresses as neighborhood reacts to project
Construction is 80 percent funded by outside dollars
Pymatuning Lake festival returns
Staff report ANDOVER Pymatuning Lake Fest, one of the biggest and longest-running festivals in
Astro Falcons fall short in NABF Senior Division semifinals
The Falcons could not hold on after taking a 2-0 lead.
Early lead helps Scrappers drop Cyclones
Mahoning Valley led 5-1 en route to a 6-2 victory against Brooklyn.
British singer's incredible year continues Simply Sam Smith
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Over the past year, Sam Smith discovered that misery
Kasich tries to climb in polls
Associated Press CINCINNATI Ohio’s governor says he isn’t going to use “hot rhetoric” or
Gunman in theater shooting had a history of seeking vengeance
Associated Press LAFAYETTE, La. The stranger clenched his fists and shook his head, recounting
Hillary Clinton vows to defend, extend Obama’s climate efforts
Bloomberg News (TNS) WASHINGTON Hillary Clinton said she would both defend and go beyond the
Family of man shot by cop seeks video
Associated Press CINCINNATI Family members of a man fatally shot by a University of Cincinnati
TRUMBULL COUNTY courts
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Nathan M. Weaver, 23, of 17299 Peters Road,
Today is Monday, July 27, the 208th day of 2015. There are 157 days left in the year.
Today is Monday, July 27, the 208th day of 2015. There are 157 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Oddly enough
Oddly enough Drunk-driving suspect found naked on roof HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. State police say a
Water-conservation request may end
Water-conservation request may end SHARON, PA. Aqua Pennsylvania officials are hopeful they can
Baseball inducts four into Hall of Fame
Randy Johnson, John Smoltz, Craig Biggio and Pedro Martinez entered Cooperstown on Sunday.
City moving toward converting streetlights to LED
Associated Press CLEVELAND Cleveland is taking steps to become one of a few Ohio cities to
Lunch/food/clothing
Lunch/food/clothing Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, lunch,
Kyle Busch continues incredible comeback
He won his third straight Sprint Cup race on Sunday at the Brickyard 400.
Obama: Kenya ‘at crossroads’
Associated Press NAIROBI, Kenya Declaring Kenya at a “crossroads” between promise and peril,
Applicants sought for Ed. Choice Scholarships
Aug. 7 is the deadline to apply for St. Patrick Ed. Choice and Expansion scholarships
Huckabee says Iran deal will march Israelis ‘to the door of the oven’
Los Angeles Times (TNS) Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee came under fire Sunday after accusing
Other recipients are Beatitude House, Festival of Nations and OCCHA
Other recipients are Beatitude House, Festival of Nations and OCCHA
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Newton Falls Joint Fire District, 6 p.m., fire station No. 1, 19 N. Canal St.
Consumers whose identities have been stolen can get help
Opinion: A Southwest Ohio consumer who tried to move her Cincinnati Bell account received a rude surprise: It
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the
IN SOCIETY
IN SOCIETY Worth a Look lists book sales, car shows, craft shows, festivals, fundraisers, raffles
Bobbi Kristina Brown, daughter of Whitney Houston, dies at 22
Bobbi Kristina Brown, daughter of Whitney Houston, dies at 22 ATLANTA A representative for the
Company will buy back 500K pickups
Associated Press DETROIT Fiat Chrysler will buy back about 500,000 Ram pickup trucks in the
GRADS LIST
GRADS LIST These students, from Berlin Center to Sharon, Pa., were awarded bachelor’s degrees
Buffoon tops the GOP list
Opinion: By Ann McFeatters Tribune News Service THE HEARTLAND OK, OK. I’m in Ohio, watching Gov. John
Intensify attack on roaches who deal heroin, ruin lives
Editorial: The heroin trade today clear- ly ranks among the most lucrative growth industries in our region,
WORTH a look
BOOK SALES Springfield Capital Campaign Committee will have a fundraising book sale from 9 a.m. to
Giant Eagle store offers hiring bonus
Giant Eagle store offers hiring bonus INDIANAPOLIS The competition for workers in the central
Sunday, July 26 (92 stories)
UPDATE: Man killed, woman injured in double shooting in Sharon hospital parking lot
The shootings took place shortly after 6 p.m.
Water-conservation request could be lifted Monday in Shenango Valley
Aqua Pennsylvania is waiting to evaluate the effect of Sunday’s heavy rains
Danielle Pecchia, John Virostko to marry Aug. 22
COLUMBUS Danielle Marie Pecchia and John Virostko, both of Columbus, will exchange wedding vows
Jonnah Gargano, Eric Anderson are engaged
NILES Jonnah Gargano and Eric Anderson, both of Niles, are announcing their engagement and
Guittar-Reese wedding plans announced
AUSTINTOWN Jeanette and Jack Guittar of Austintown are announcing the engagement and upcoming
DAR chapter asks women to its Fun Brunch Social
The Daughters of the American Revolution plans a social and invites women in the community.
Angels of Easter Seals welcomes new president, members
Debbie Wilson was recently installed as president of Angels of Easter Seals.
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
Summer Serenade to benefit education outreach program
Benefit set for Aug. 15 will support Youngstown Symphony Society’s education outreach program.
Jamail Johnson golf outing scheduled for Pine Lakes
A fraternity will sponsor a memorial golf outing for a student shot to death in 2011.
SENIOR CITIZENS
Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet at noon Tuesday at St. Mark’s Fellowship Hall on Logan Way.
Garden club marks 100th anniversary
The club started as a small group of women with an interest in Mill Creek Park.
SOCIETY DIGEST || Hubbard pool plans its Summer Sizzler
Hubbard pool plans its Summer Sizzler HUBBARD Hubbard Community Pool, 200 Hall Ave., will have
Iraqi forces defeat Islamic State, recapture key university
US forces have launched 3,000 airstrikes in Iraq to help repel IS
More than 530,000 people visited YSU in 2014-15 school year
The figure does not include students or staff
Worker shortage prompts Giant Eagle to offer $400 hiring bonuses
To receive the cash, the workers must stay on the job at least 90 days
New animatronic Smokey the Bear to greet Ohio State Fair visitors
The fair opens this week and runs through Aug. 9
Beaver Local superintendent in Columbiana County resigns
Philosophical differences with board members were cited as reasons
'Ant-Man' inches above critically panned 'Pixels' for top spot at box office this weekend
'Southpaw' surpasses expectations
Kasich: No 'hot rhetoric' from me in presidential campaign
The GOP Ohio governor is gaining ground in presidential polls
Yellow wins the day - and Tour de France - for British cyclist
Britain has won three recent tours, on par with the US, discounting Armstrong
Greatest Golfer adds adult divisions for August event
We hope your summer is a Greatest one – especially that we’re finally drying out a smidge. We’re told you’ve missed us? Really? We’ve had about 10 golfer emails asking “where are the emails?”
Trip from Youngstown to Ashtabula and back was a step back in time
People lined the intersections to see No. 765 come by
Lees: Drug dealers work up to 'Ph.D'
Several indicted for heroin ring last week have significant record
Search ends in new concertmaster
Rachel Stegeman of Pittsburgh has been appointed concertmaster of the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra.
Cavaliers re-sign veteran James Jones
Cavaliers re-sign veteran James Jones The Cavaliers have re-signed small forward James Jones, who
PRO GOLF Saturday’s other events
SENIOR BRITISH OPEN SUNNINGDALE, ENGLAND Colin Montgomerie and Marco Dawson share the lead at
around the horn
around the horn Saturday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Royals 2, Astros 1, 10 Innings
DIAMONDS | How area baseball teams fared
Little League Ages 11-12 Canfield 11, New Albany 6 PAINESVILLE Brandon Mikos, Mike Pelini
By Bill Mooney
By Bill Mooney sports@vindy.com CHESTER, W. VA. Usually, not much notice is made of a 3-year-
Runners to your marks … Upcoming races & walks
August Saturday — Star Trax Night Run at Reilly Stadium. Race begins at 9 p.m. Visit
How social media saved my tomatoes
It’s about this time each year that I wonder why I ever plant a garden. I love the outdoors, and I
major league baseball standings, boxscores & leaders
standings American League East Division WLPctGB New York5442.563— Toronto5049.50551/2
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in one
Gary Anderson of Warren aced the 94-yard No. 5 hole at Tamer Win Golf & Country Club. He used a gap
area golf league scores
MEN Bedford Trails GOLF COURSE Conrail Thursday — Low Gross: Barry Glenn 42, Gene Delisio 44,
Easy to get distracted by ADHD ‘bad science’
Tribune News Service (TNS) Q. Our 8-year-old is scheduled to enter third grade at a public school
Wis. town says goodbye to Marine slain in Tennessee
Wis. town says goodbye to Marine slain in Tennessee GRANTSBURG, Wis. A small Wisconsin town
MILESTONES
MILESTONES STATE PATROL Patrol award Benjamin M. Barnard of the Ohio State Highway Patrol’s
Week of July 26, 2015
Elizabeth C. Zajac to Craig E. Rodik, Ivanhoe Ave., Youngstown, $22,000. Thomas G. Clarke et al to
Ohio county gets $100K grant to fight growing heroin epidemic
Associated Press CHILLICOTHE A southern Ohio county hit hard by the state’s heroin epidemic has
Mental problems didn’t prevent shooter from buying handgun
Associated Press LAFAYETTE, La. John Russell Houser was deeply troubled long before he shot 11
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.89 0.09 Avalon
Dairy tour planned
Dairy tour planned SLIPPERY ROCK, PA. The Penn State Extension is hosting a Dairy Twilight Tour
Today is Sunday, July 26, the 207th day of 2015. There are 158 days left in the year.
Today is Sunday, July 26, the 207th day of 2015. There are 158 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Newton Township trustees, 6:30 p.m., administration building, 4410 Newton Falls-
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Our Lady of Mount Carmel festival, 5-11 p.m.: Italian singers, food
Well-rounded destination
By Josh Noel Chicago Tribune (TNS) For the oldest town in America, St. Augustine has sure come a
Judge: Detentions violate settlement
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A federal judge has ruled that the U.S. Department of Justice’s
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Website promotes bicycle tours
Website promotes bicycle tours ALBANY, N.Y. There’s more than one way to travel the Erie Canal
Videos put group on the defensive
Associated Press WASHINGTON Two stealthily recorded videos show Planned Parenthood officials
publishers weekly best-sellers For the week ending July 19
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Go Set a Watchman,” by Harper Lee (Harper) 2. “The Girl on the Train,” by
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
REAL ESTATE Michael Teutsch Jr. of Canfield has joined Real Living Volpini Realty Group as its
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES VETERANS Reunion banquet austinTOWN The Marine Corps League Tri-State Marine
DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR
DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR Matt Scott of Boardman nails a board to the door frame of an
JEFF LANGE | THE VINDICATOR
JEFF LANGE | THE VINDICATOR Above, Nickel Plate Road No. 765, a 71-year-old steam powered
JEFF LANGE | THE VINDICATOR
JEFF LANGE | THE VINDICATOR Rich Melvin of Struthers, top, engineer of the Nickel Plate Road No.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Shelton, Lambert tweet playfully after announcing divorce LOS ANGELES Just because
Youngstown Playhouse and family remember Bentley Lenhoff
Youngstown Playhouse and family remember Bentley Lenhoff
Trump's outrage familiar
Opinion: Twenty-eight years ago, this writer followed a loudmouth, profane, self-assured, flamboyant
Can you afford to live to 100?
How long will you live? It’s a key question in retirement planning – and one many of us answer with
Lepore-Hagan lashes out at marijuana editorial; Swastika belongs in museums too; City schools takeover hailed; No plan can save city schools without parental support
Opinion: State rep claims marijuana editorial distorted her view In response to The Vindi- cator’s
25 Under 35 Awards
25 Under 35 Awards YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Young Professionals, in partnership with the
‘Step Up to Vote’ program planned by MLK Planning Committee
The program is planned Aug. 6 at Mill Creek Community Center in Youngstown
Television Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels Q. What ever happened to the guy who played the lead role on the “Prison Break”
Portman should lead fight to keep Valley’s base open
Editorial: In the not so distant past, state and national officeholders – and candidates for the positions –
Abundant Life Fellowship plans August Overflow
School supplies, clothing and fresh produce will be distributed at the Saturday event.
Visiting Kenya
Associated Press NAIROBI, Kenya President Barack Obama mixed blunt messages to Kenya’s leaders
Saturday, July 25 (83 stories)
Aqua Pennsylvania water conservation request still in effect
Aqua Pennsylvania water conservation request still in effect
Youngstown Playhouse and family remember Bentley Lenhoff
Youngstown Playhouse and family remember Bentley Lenhoff
Passengers awed by Nickel Plate Road No. 765 steam-powered locomotive
Passengers awed by Nickel Plate Road No. 765 steam-powered locomotive
Miss Lemonis, Mr. Meehan set Oct. wedding
LOWELLVILLE Leah Clair Lemonis and Bryan James Meehan are engaged, their parents are announcing.
Maray Tenney, Carl Ballerstein are engaged
Maray Schira Tenney and Carl Michael Alan Ballerstein, both of East Liverpool, are engaged, their
Miss Sjodin, Mr. Hancharenko plan Oct. rites
The parents of Emily E. Sjodin and Martin T. Hancharenko Jr., both of Minnetonka, Minn., are
Molly Mann, Marcus Corlew are engaged
YOUNGSTOWN Raymond and Nancy Mann of Youngstown are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Courtney Vitullo, Tyler Tully date set for Sept. 18
MCDONALD Anthony and Frances Vitullo of McDonald are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Brittany Hephner, Nicholas Lucarell plan marriage
The parents of Brittany Hephner and Nicholas Lucarell, both of Pittsburgh, are announcing their
Ashley Smith, Michael Sheffield to marry Sept. 12
CANFIELD Ralph and Deborah Smith of Canfield are announcing the engagement and upcoming wedding of
SOCIETY DIGEST || Craft for August will be bird feeders
Craft for August will be bird feeders SALEM Make whimsical bird feeders for our feathered
Health secretary announces $100M in substance abuse money
Health secretary announces $100M in substance abuse money
Pittsburgh incline to close for $3.5 million reconstruction
Pittsburgh incline to close for $3.5 million reconstruction
Authorities: Missing 4-year-old boy’s body found in lake
Authorities: Missing 4-year-old boy’s body found in lake
Ohio zoo presses charges against man who petted cougars
Ohio zoo presses charges against man who petted cougars
‘Step Up to Vote’ program planned by MLK Planning Committee
‘Step Up to Vote’ program planned by MLK Planning Committee
Several indicted for heroin ring last week have significant record
Several indicted for heroin ring last week have significant record
Community event featuring adoptable pets, food vendors, demonstrations
Community event featuring adoptable pets, food vendors, demonstrations
Project that will stop sewage discharges into park will cause disruptions
Project that will stop sewage discharges into park will cause disruptions
Broncos’ Wolfe to miss four games
The Beaver Local product will be suspended four games for violating the league’s policy on performance enhancing substances.
USOC questions Massachusetts governor
The U.S. Olympic Committee wants to know where the governor of Massachusetts stands on the Boston Olympics.
Bucs beat up on Nationals’ Scherzer
Max Scherzer came within a grazed elbow of a perfect game the last time he faced the Pirates.
Douglas on schedule for a golden return
Gabby Douglas is over the skepticism surrounding a “comeback” she insists isn’t a comeback at all.
Fireworks on Tour between Froome, Nibali
Showing bristle beneath his mild manners, the British rider angrily tore into Vincenzo Nibali, calling him “unsportsmanlike.”
Mill Creek MetroParks debuts new merchandise featuring park logo
The merchandise is part of a long-term marketing iniative
Lakes are part of park’s historic essence, official says
Mill Creek Park’s lakes were designed into the park in its early days.
Inspiring Minds concludes program with awards
Inspiring Minds expanded into Youngstown this summer and offers educational and academic programming
‘Paper Towns’ is a modest teen drama
By TODD McCARTHY The Hollywood Reporter LOS ANGELES Based on an earlier teen fave novel by
Tutor gets eight years in prison for felonious assault
Tells judge he could not have inflicted injuries on student
While vacationing in New Mexico recently, I observed some chipmunks at the top of Sandia Peak in
While vacationing in New Mexico recently, I observed some chipmunks at the top of Sandia Peak in
Boardman Little League honored with award
Little League Baseball and Softball honored Boardman with the Carl E. Stotz Little League Community Award.
Astro Falcons win in NABF World Series
Astro Falcons win in NABF World Series KNOXVILLE, TENN. Vince Armeni had four hits and Michael
New rules at Brickyard a ‘drag’
NASCAR switched to a high-drag setup for Indianapolis, where passing has always been difficult.
Roth Brothers stays unbeaten in NABF World Series
Tournament pickups Mike Boswell, Jake Smith pay dividends.
Steelers to see change at camp
The Pittsburgh Steelers will check into the tidy dorms at Saint Vincent College for the 50th consecutive summer today.
Indians to unveil Larry Doby statue today
Larry Doby broke the color barrier in the AL on July 5, 1947, just months after Jackie Robinson played for the Brooklyn Dodgers.
When the pros come to town
All who fish understand most anglers’ lips are sealed when it comes to revealing their secret hot
He has been in organization executive leadership roles for 18 years
Youngstown market has increased admissions and facilities
Cancer patient picnic hosted for patients of Canfield clinic
Patients enjoy free meal, get to know clinic employees
los angeles Police kill man with gun on busy street
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A man with a gun was fatally shot by Los Angeles police Friday in
Break-in probed
Break-in probed BOARDMAN Township police are investigating a reported case of breaking and
Calif. AG to review video targeting Planned Parenthood
Calif. AG to review video targeting Planned Parenthood SACRAMENTO, Calif. California Attorney
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,
vacation bible schools at area churches
Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public will run on the Religion page. Please include the
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: The 17th annual Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian Festival, celebrating Italian
Activists accused by FBI of releasing 5,740 farm mink
Associated Press OAKLAND, Calif. Two animal-rights activists have been charged with terrorizing
birthdays
birthdays Actress Barbara Harris is 80. Singer-guitarist Bruce Woodley of The Seekers is 73.
Federal civil lawsuit dismissed
The former interim CSB director wasn’t properly served with the complaint, judge rules.
Hard-hitting ‘Southpaw’ Gyllenhaal is a champ
REVIEW ‘SOUTHPAW’ Grade: B Cast: Jake Gyllenhall, 50 Cent, Rachel McAdams Rating: R
sunday news shows
sunday news shows Guest lineups Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”:
Christian concert
Christian concert YOUNGSTOWN Spanish Evangelical Church, 369 Keystone Ave., wil host Latinfest
Kutlick announces recent transactions
Kutlick Realty LLC announced several recent transactions including eateries, businesses and development the Mahoning Valley
Fiat Chrysler to recall 1.4M vehicles to prevent hacking
Associated Press DETROIT Fiat Chrysler is recalling about 1.4 million cars and trucks in the
Alcoa completes acquisition of RTI
Signs were changed at RTI’s plant on Warren Avenue after its merger with lightweight metals company
DeWine to speak
DeWine to speak warren Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine will be the featured speaker during a
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.89 0.09 Avalon
Internships to be offered to students
State Community Connectors grant awarded for students in Youngstown, Campbell and six Columbiana County school districts.
The Ohio Supreme Court grant a temporary stay requested by a retired businessman and a company in the Oakhill criminal-corruption case
What is being shielded isn’t clear because the filings were done in secret
Tourists worried about fires cancel Glacier trips
Associated Press HELENA, Mont. Hotels and campgrounds in Glacier National Park are flooded with
First Friday Club
First Friday Club boardman The Rev. Dr. George Coyne will be the featured speaker when the First
Run-off frustrates Girard residents, but responsibility for fixing it is under dispute
The Ohio Department of Transportation says it does not have the authority to solve the problem
Greece’s road to economic recovery will be long and hard; public unrest rises
Editorial: Greece is a country where the shelf life of the prime minister and other political leaders is
Breast-cancer screening benefits are limited; false alarms loom
Opinion: By H. GILBERT WELCH Los Angeles Times If you haven’t gotten this message already, you should
Friends of Fido = pound pup pals
Friends of Fido volunteers walk dogs at the Mahoning County Dog Pound and pay for their medical care
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Saturday, July 25, the 206th day of 2015. There are 159 days left in the year.
Theater shooter bought gun legally, police say
Associated Press LAFAYETTE, La. A man who lost his family, home and businesses as he spent
New inquiry into Clinton emails fuels questions
Associated Press WASHINGTON A new letter by intelligence investigators to the Justice
A bid to reform politics
Opinion: COLUMBUS State Sens. Frank LaRose, R-Copley, and Tom Sawyer, D-Akron, have been down this road
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian Festival celebrates Italian heritage
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian Festival celebrates Italian heritage
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Our Lady of Mount Carmel festival, 5-11 p.m.: Gianni Monti will
Friday, July 24 (118 stories)
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian Festival celebrates Italian heritage
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian Festival celebrates Italian heritage
Suit against former interim director of Children Services Board dismissed
Suit against former interim director of Children Services Board dismissed
Swift coordinated response seen at oil spill into Shenango River
Swift coordinated response seen at oil spill into Shenango River
Ohio man sentenced to life in prison for 4 slayings
Ohio man sentenced to life in prison for 4 slayings
TV anchor fired after testing positive for marijuana
TV anchor fired after testing positive for marijuana
ODOT announces lane restrictions on two Youngstown roads on Aug. 3
ODOT announces lane restrictions on two Youngstown roads on Aug. 3
Robert Shroder, president and CEO of Mercy Health, retiring in February
Robert Shroder, president and CEO of Mercy Health, retiring in February
Beaver Local grad Wolfe suspended four games by NFL
Beaver Local grad Wolfe suspended four games by NFL.
BREAKING NEWS | Matthew Cochrane found not guilty of murder
BREAKING NEWS | Matthew Cochrane found not guilty of murder
Indictment in slaying near Chillicothe troubled by disappearances
Indictment in slaying in city troubled by disappearances
Source: Justice Department alerted to concerns over Clinton emails
Source: Justice Department alerted to concerns over Clinton emails
BREAKING NEWS | Aqua Pennsylvania asks customers to conserve water because of oil spill
Aqua Pennsylvania touts water conservation because of oil spill
Mega-health deals bloom in July, Anthem bids $48B for Cigna
Mega-health deals bloom in July, Anthem bids $48B for Cigna
UPDATE | Theater gunman's family called him mentally ill, violent
Theater gunman's family called him mentally ill, violent
Pa. man accused of fracturing infant’s skull to stand trial
Pa. man accused of fracturing infant’s skull to stand trial
Ohio EPA on scene at petroleum oil spill in Brookfield
Ohio EPA on scene at petroleum oil spill in Brookfield
Indians to unveil Larry Doby statue, broke AL color barrier
Indians to unveil Larry Doby statue, broke AL color barrier
Charleston shooter hearing delayed at govt, defense request
Charleston shooter hearing delayed at govt, defense request
Transportation Chief: 5 Airlines probed for price-gouging
Transportation Chief: 5 Airlines probed for price-gouging
WWE cuts ties with Hulk Hogan amid report that he used slurs
WWE cuts ties with Hulk Hogan amid report that he used slurs
South Carolina woman gets life after her teen hit man killed wrong target
Woman gets life after her teen hit man killed wrong target
Burned remains of male found in car in southwest Ohio
Burned remains of male found in car in southwest Ohio
Area code overlay approved for the Ohio 614 area code
Area code overlay approved for the Ohio 614 area code
Niles mayoral candidate has meet-and-greet session Sunday
Niles mayoral candidate has meet-and-greet session Sunday
Ohio standards board opposes school barricade devices
Ohio standards board opposes school barricade devices
Boardman police investigating vacant house break-in
Boardman police investigating vacant house break-in
Man gets 8 years for paddling student he was mentoring
Man gets 8 years for paddling student he was mentoring
Reputed mob member given OK to return to his scrap yards
Reputed mob member given OK to return to his scrap yards
Police: Theater gunman was ’drifter’ who planned to escape
Police: Theater gunman was ’drifter’ who planned to escape
Family camp set at Mill Creek Park
Family camp set at Mill Creek Park YOUNGSTOWN Mill Creek MetroParks will host Family Camp in
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Mill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet at 6:30
Astro Falcons split pair to open NABF World Series
Roth Brothers won both its games in the Senior Division tournament.
Bah, humbug: Yankees top sloppy Scrappers
Mahoning Valley’s season-best three-game win streak came to an end.
Traficanti won't accept park lake neglect
Mahoning County Commissioner Anthony Traficanti suggests park lake aeration or dredging.
Women describe assaults by former teacher
Given 75 days in jail, probation, must register as sex offender
Greatest Junior tourney offers chance at title redemption
Joey Vitali is hoping to shake off a poor performance in last year's final.
Youngstown board approves $39,599 grant to a business owned by a former city councilman
Board voted 2-1 in favor of it
Lenhoff memorial set
YOUNGSTOWN “Exit Stage Left: A Tribute to Bentley Lenhoff” – a memorial event to celebrate the
Creekside Fitness claims NABF junior division title
It was Creekside’s second World Series crown in four years.
Library offers ’super’ fun for Celebrate Poland
On June 26, the Poland library hosted Bam! Pow! Games!, the library’s contribution to the Celebrate Poland event done throughout Poland Village.
Boys learn skills and drills at Cardinal Camp
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield boys’ basketball coaching staff hosted its 28th
Creative superheroes make crafts from comics
By amanda tonoli atonoli@vindy.com Comics, Mod Podge and Pinterest brought out creative
Miss Whitten, Mr. Ziemianski plan wedding
Charles and Holly Stephens of Austintown announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Sarah
Emerging technologies liaison introduces 3-D printing
By amanda tonoli atonoli@vindy.com The Austintown library hosted 3-D Printing: An Introduction,
Rauschenbach, Best engagement announced
Mark and Kim Best of Salem are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Kelly Best of Canfield,
Greenbriar Commons host second annual Car Show
Greenbriar Commons hosted the second annual Car Show on June 24.
Austintown Community Briefs
Volunteers needed for Polish-American Heritage Day festival In preparation for its seventh annual
Katie Yazvac, Kirk Johnson to marry Aug. 2
Tom and Diane Yazvac of Boardman, parents of Katie Yazvac of Grand Rapids, Mich., are announcing her
Jessica McMahon v Justin Anthony
Walsh University Chapel, North Canton, was the location of the Sept. 6, 2014, wedding of Jessica
Boardman Community Briefs
Villani announces candidacy Jim Villani has announced his candidacy for Trustee of Boardman
Erin Orr v David Beans
Erin M. Orr and David R. Beans, both of Willoughby, exchanged wedding vows at 1:30 p.m. April 11 at
Lauren McMahon v John DeSantis
Lauren McMahon and John DeSantis exchanged vows at 1:30 p.m. June 14, 2014, at Holy Family Church.
July 8
July 8 Domestic violence: Authorities picked up 39-year-old Michael D. McCullough at the Summit
Canfield Community Briefs
CUMP to host vacation Bible school During the week of Aug. 3-7, children will learn about putting
'Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon'
‘Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon’ The Victorian Players youth theater will present “The Brothers
House OKs bill to crack down on ‘sanctuary cities’
Associated Press WASHINGTON House Republicans approved legislation Thursday cracking down on
Road closings
Road closings YOUNGSTOWN These roads in Mill Creek Park will be closed starting Monday for
2 teen brothers arrested in stabbing deaths of their parents, 3 siblings
Associated Press BROKEN ARROW, Okla. Oklahoma police responding to a 911 call in which no one
18 die in Nile boat accident
Associated Press CAIRO Egypt’s health ministry said Thursday the death toll from a collision of
Rural school districts lead in giving online exams
Associated Press COLUMBUS Nearly a quarter of Ohio’s rural school districts administered state
3 dead, 7 hurt after shooting at movie theater
Associated Press LAFAYETTE, La. A gunman opened fire at a movie theater in Louisiana on Thursday
Officer says car dragged him
Associated Press CINCINNATI A University of Cincinnati police officer who fatally shot a man he
Scientists find Earth’s ‘cousin’ orbiting a star
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. Scientists have identified a “close cousin” to Earth
Autopsy shows no evidence of homicide in Bland case
Associated Press HEMPSTEAD, Texas The autopsy of a black woman who was found dead in a Texas
Turkey lets US use base to launch IS strikes
Associated Press WASHINGTON Turkey has agreed to let the U.S. military launch airstrikes against
Oil, gas industry will bounce back from low prices
Director of public relations for the Ohio Oil and Gas Association provides update on the overall industry
Ohio Gov. John Kasich shows understanding of race relations and then doesn't
Opinion: Ohio Gov. John Kasich shows understanding of race relations and then doesn't
Trumbull elections board considers voting upgrade
The county board will travel to Lisbon on Tuesday to view a demonstration of the poll books
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Ciera Woge and Greg Griffith, Youngstown, boy, July 22.
Road resurfacing contract awarded
Heavily traveled Boardman roads will likely be repaved first, engineer says.
Longtime resident looks back on Campbell history
Florence Galida is the president of the Campbell Historical Society
Arrests made
Arrests made BOARDMAN Township police made several arrests in separate theft incidents. Police
Michael Cain, aka “Dough,” 37, Cherry Hill Avenue.
Michael Cain, aka “Dough,” 37, Cherry Hill Avenue. Raymond Wright, 36, Kendis Circle. Terrence
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Friday, July 24, the 205th day of 2015. There are 160 days left in the year.
Trumbull treasurer files forclosure on 10 Sunshine Inc. properties
Sunshine Inc. uses federal money to provide affordable housing for low and moderate income families
Boosting Valley economy is part of EGCC’s mission
Jimmie Bruce, new EGCC president, visited the Valley and Warren centers Thursday, meeting people
US-trained Iraqi troops to aid retaking of Ramadi
US-trained Iraqi troops to aid retaking of Ramadi BAGHDAD For the first time, Iraqi troops
Shot fired accidentally at military recruiting station
Associated Press LANCASTER An armed civilian accidentally fired a shot from an AR-15 rifle into
Austintown man arrested with homemade firework covered in residue
Austintown police "weren't taking any chances with it"
Penn National earnings outperform expectations in second quarter
Majority of Hollywood Gaming patrons coming from 30-minute radius; Penn to focus on Akron-Canton market
Surplus food
Surplus food Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., food giveaway, 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday
Pirates add Ramirez from Brewers
Pirates add Ramirez from Brewers PITTSBURGH Aramis Ramirez is headed back to the Pittsburgh
Blighted house torn down
Through a partnership between the 910th Airlift Wing and Youngstown, 12 vacant houses will be demolished
Huntington Bank reports strong 2Q earnings
Huntington Bancshares Inc. reports $196 million for the second quarter of 2015
Feds probe certified used cars that may have open recalls
Associated Press DETROIT The Federal Trade Commission is investigating General Motors because
F.N.B. Corp. reports $38.1M in net income
F.N.B. Corp. reports $38.1M in net income PITTSBURGH F.N.B. Corp., the parent company of First
general motors Profits increase on trucks, SUVs
Associated Press DETROIT Big profits from trucks and SUVs helped General Motors overcome a sales
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Our Lady of Mount Carmel festival, 5-11 p.m.: Italian singers,
Officials searching for ways to find money to stop Youngstown's discharge of sewage
There is no quick solution
oddly enough
oddly enough Maine brewer makes beer out of live lobsters, sea salt PORTLAND, Maine A Maine
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.76 -0.5 Avalon
State, federal legislators should smack down suits that threaten free speech
Editorial: For just as long as Ameri- cans have enjoyed the free and unfettered exercise of free speech as
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Beaver school board, 8 a.m., middle school, 13052 state Route 7, Lisbon.
Scalia's attitude vexing
Opinion: By Erwin Chemerinsky Los Angeles Times Justice Antonin Scalia is setting a terrible example for
Poland Community Briefs
Unmask! Comic Book Program with Jerry DeCaire Teens, come to the Poland library’s Unmask - Comic
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Thursday, July 23 (101 stories)
2 dead in movie theater shooting, including gunman
2 dead in movie theater shooting, including gunman
Mahoning-Shenango Kennel Club donating premium dog food to Second Harvest
Mahoning-Shenango Kennel Club donating premium dog food to Second Harvest
Akron Children’s Hospital to provide weekend urgent care at Warren specialty office
Akron Children’s Hospital to provide weekend urgent care at Warren specialty office
Cleveland abolishes family benefits for unmarried couples
Cleveland abolishes family benefits for unmarried couples
Family of motorist fatally shot by cop want video released
Family of motorist fatally shot by cop want video released
Public divided over Smithsonian display of Bill Cosby's art
Public divided over Smithsonian display of Bill Cosby's art
City woman indicted on murder charge in infant's death
City woman indicted on murder charge in infant's death
Rural school districts lead Ohio in giving out online exams
Rural school districts lead Ohio in giving out online exams
Trumbull elections board considers electronic poll book purchase
Trumbull elections board considers electronic poll book purchase
Jameson Hospital in New Castle discontinues childbirth services Sept. 1
Jameson Hospital in New Castle discontinues childbirth services Sept. 1
BREAKING NEWS: Former Boardman teacher gets probation on sex charges
Former Boardman teacher gets probation on sex charges
Ohio Gov. John Kasich to meet with 2012 nominee Mitt Romney
Ohio Gov. John Kasich to meet with 2012 nominee Mitt Romney
Ohio Rail Commission OKs rail improvements between Lordstown and North Jackson
Ohio Rail Commission OKs rail improvements between Lordstown and North Jackson
Warren Streetscape cleanup in the city's downtown is Saturday
Warren Streetscape cleanup is Saturday
Judges uphold conviction for Ohio telemarketing millionaire
Judges uphold conviction for Ohio telemarketing millionaire
Harley-Davidson recalling bikes to fix saddlebag problem
Harley-Davidson recalling bikes to fix saddlebag problem
The Mahoning-Shenango Kennel Club donates dog food to Second Harvest
The Mahoning-Shenango Kennel Club donates dog food to Second Harvest
Mahoning commissioners approve $2.7M pact for county road resurfacing
Mahoning commissioners approve $2.7M pact for county road resurfacing
Pickup driver, 2 in another car killed in head-on Pa. crash
Pickup driver, 2 in another car killed in head-on Pa. crash
18-year-old pleads not guilty in crash that killed 2 Ohio teens
18-year-old pleads not guilty in crash that killed 2 Ohio teens
Spanish Evangelical Church hosts Latinfest 2015 Saturday
Spanish Evangelical Church hosts Latinfest 2015 Saturday
The Latest: Bland voicemail from jail expresses disbelief
The Latest: Bland voicemail from jail expresses disbelief
Boardman police kept busy Wednesday and today making arrests
Boardman police kept busy Wednesday and today making arrests
Warren youth choir to present summer concert Sunday
Warren youth choir to present summer concert Sunday
City, 910th Airlift Wing begin to take down vacant homes
City, 910th Airlift Wing begin to take down vacant homes
Mill Creek Park employees affected by lake closures moving to other departments
The park employed five seasonal employees to work at the boathouses
Jamaica stuns US men in CONCACAF semis
The United States had everything on its side. History. A raucous home crowd. And, supposedly, a better team.
Mineral Ridge players show support for boy with leukemia
The Rams had their heads shaved to supprt Sean Reilly, 7.
Scrappers top Yankees in 12 innings
The Scrappers had not won back-to-back games at home in more than a year.
Tree-killing bug hits Champion park especially hard
As the emerald ash borer has made its steady death march across Trumbull County in recent years, it has feasted on ash trees, eating them from the inside out.
Suspect in several shootings snagged in heroin ring
Still suffering from wounds from shooting last June
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL Festival returns with new fun
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com The Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian Festival prides itself
Zany comedy
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com It’s hard not to look at veteran comic Bob Zany as the
Former New York City art gallery operator shows his collection
The New York art gallery that Jim Pernotto operated more than a decade ago specialized in works by newcomers and outsiders. The Youngstown native sought out artists with a fresh perspective who were looking for a break.
major league baseball Wednesday’s other games
INTERLEAGUE Royals 5, Pirates 1 KANSAS CITY, MO. Edinson Volquez pitched effectively into the
Benefit concert is Friday and Saturday in Petersburg
Gates open at 3 p.m. Friday and Saturday for the Niki Feezle Cystic Fibrosis Explosion of Hope fifth annual benefit concert
Armed citizens guard military recruiters
Associated Press COLUMBUS Gun-toting citizens are showing up at military recruiting centers
Greece clears final reform hurdle before new bailout talks
Greece clears final reform hurdle before new bailout talks ATHENS, GREECE Greek lawmakers have
Sheriff: Inmate who died spoke of a previous suicide attempt
Associated Press DALLAS A woman whose death in a Texas jail has raised suspicions about the
Poland village weighs options for ash tree removal
Village officials say trees killed by ash borer pose a risk
Youngstown council members won’t fight the mayor’s policy on paying some city employees who work extra hours
The mayor made the decision after council sat on it for about six months
Theft charges
Theft charges BOARDMAN A North Canton man faces felony theft charges after purportedly stealing
State is investigating allegations Ohio Sen. Capri Cafaro’s district director stole money
She fired him July 8
Hubbard school board approves activity budget for upcoming school year
The board approved student activity budgets and hired some employees for 2015-16
Authorities: Man kills wife, 2 kids, self in murder-suicide case
Associated Press SUWANEE, GA. A Georgia man who was having relationship troubles with his wife
major league baseball standings, boxscores & leaders
STANDINGS American League East Division WLPctGB New York5241.559— Toronto4847.5055 Tampa
Former Niles income-tax investigator gets 6 months in prison
A Trumbull County judge sentenced Heidi Powell to six months in prison Wednesday for stealing $731 from her former job as income tax investigator with the city of Niles.
Astro Falcons, Rizer Insurance Group to compete in NABF Sophomore World Series
The tournament begins today in Knoxville, Tenn.
Geschke wins, Froome stays safe in Alps
Geschke wins, Froome stays safe in Alps BARCELONNETTE, France Simon Geschke of the Giant-Alpecin
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Girard and Liberty: HUBBARD
Picture emerges of Tennessee shooting
Associated Press CHATTANOOGA, TENN. Twenty Marines and two Navy corpsmen were in the middle of
Email change
Email change YOUNGSTOWN The city government email system has gone from a .com to a .gov. The
Girard High School to offer American Sign Language
Girard will be the second district in Trumbull County to offer ASL
Poland Village denied grant to install sidewalk
Village officials had plans to add a sidewalk on Sheridan Road
NABF Senior World Series begins today at Cene Park
Astro Falcons and Roth Brothers are chasing a title.
Woman sentenced to 50 days in jail for OVI crash
Chelsie N. Spelich has been sentenced to 50 more days in the Trumbull County jail.
Youngstown police started using new manned radar guns
Violators will face civil fees rather than court fines
Alabama man sentenced to four years in prison for sex with girl
Tommy R. Edwards, 41, of Attalla, Ala., was sentenced to four years in prison Wednesday for having sex with a 17-year-old girl at Motel 30, 1600 Motor Inn Drive in Liberty Township.
S.C. CHURCH SHOOTINGS Federal charges for man include hate crimes
Associated Press WASHINGTON The man accused of killing nine black church members in Charleston,
This ash tree and many others at Clarence Darrow Park in Champion have been damaged by the emerald
This ash tree and many others at Clarence Darrow Park in Champion have been damaged by the emerald
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Salem school board, 11 a.m., administration building, 1226 E. State St. AGENDA
Getting rid of weeds
Q. My vegetable garden is overrun with purslane and other weeds. What can I do to get rid of these
Botanical Mornings
Botanical Mornings When: Friday, 9 to 10 a.m. What: Take in the beauty of Fellows Riverside
Warren police charge man and woman after finding apparent meth lab in house
Jacob Bradfield and Amber Homan were charged Monday with possessing chemicals used to make drugs
Maybe it’s time to rethink your garden
By MARILYN MCKINLEY OSU Master Gardening Volunteer CANFIELD I love gardening. I find it
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Thieves steal ATM machine, but it falls out of getaway van LYNNWOOD, Wash.
Threats to trees are humans with equipment Taking care of ... TREES
One of the most-dangerous pests of trees is humans, especially humans with equipment.
Today
Today Comedy Dan Ellison and Kevin Downey Jr., 8 p.m., Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race
Higher minimum-wage proposals gain ground on East, West coasts
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO The push for a higher minimum wage gained momentum on both sides
CBS orders ‘BrainDead’ from ‘Good Wife’ duo
CBS orders ‘BrainDead’ from ‘Good Wife’ duo Robert and Michelle King, the team that brought the
A huge political blunder
Opinion: Distinguished scientist Freeman Dyson has called the 1433 decision of the emperor of China to
Construction underway on Ohio natural-gas plant
Associated Press CARROLLTON Construction has begun on a nearly $900 million natural-gas-fired
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE The 17th annual Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian Festival will take place today
Farris’s OAM project
Farris’s OAM project YOUNGSTOWN Farris Marketing completed a large and complex website project
Celebrities’ blurbs pulled from Web pages of Cosby bio
Associated Press NEW YORK The publisher of a disparaged Bill Cosby biography has pulled blurbs
“Wayward Pines” (9 p.m., Fox): It’s lights out in “Wayward Pines” as
“Wayward Pines” (9 p.m., Fox): It’s lights out in “Wayward Pines” as the creepy saga ends its first
B&O Complex, 530 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-480-9859
B&O Complex, 530 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown; 330-480-9859 Fri: Fusion Fest with Broccoli
Trumbull County Planning Commission and Warren ink deals to encourage business, improve city’s downtown
Trumbull County Planning Commission and Warren ink deals to encourage business, improve city’s downtown
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Amy (R) Shenango: Fri.-Tue. (11:05, 1, 4) 6:55, 10 Paper Towns (PG-13) Regal
Kasich fails Republican ‘purity’ test, but he’s the GOP’s best bet
Opinion: By Margaret Carlson Bloomberg View If the Republicans want to save themselves from the
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Charter schools’ overseer resigns; probe demanded
Editorial: When an Ohio education official admitted that he excluded F grades from evaluations of charter-
Report: In 2016, Social Security’s disability trust fund recipients face cuts
Associated Press WASHINGTON The 11 million Americans who receive Social Security disability face
Pesto Plans?
Pesto Plans? When picking basil for pesto, cut back the entire branch to encourage more leaf
Is it ripe?
Is it ripe? Can you tell by touch? Maybe it’s the smell? Does color matter that much? Here’s a
Wednesday, July 22 (104 stories)
Greatest Golfer juniors championship tees for Sunday
The 2015 championship for the Greatest Golfer of the Valley juniors competition will take place Sunday at 1 p.m. at Avalon Lakes Golf and Country Club.
13-year-old Grove City boy seriously injured in car mishap
13-year-old Grove City boy seriously injured in car mishap
Pa. man arraigned on charges of rape and sexual assault of a 17-year-old girl
Pa. man arraigned on charges of rape and sexual assault of a 17-year-old girl
Girard High School to offer American Sign Language
Girard High School to offer American Sign Language
Youngstown council members won’t fight the mayor’s policy
Youngstown council members won’t fight the mayor’s policy
Coitsville Fire Department gets federal funding for tanker truck
Coitsville Fire Department gets federal funding for tanker truck
Former aide to state Sen. Capri Cafaro under investigation for theft
Former aide to state Sen. Capri Cafaro under investigation for theft
Former Niles income-tax investigator gets 6 months in prison
Former Niles income-tax investigator gets 6 months in prison
Alabama man sentenced to four years in prison for sex with girl
Alabama man sentenced to four years in prison for sex with girl
Official: Dozens of federal charges for accused S.C. shooter
Official: Dozens of federal charges for accused shooter
Benefit concert to fight cystic fibrosis is Friday and Saturday
Benefit concert is Friday and Saturday
North Canton man charged with theft from Boardman supermarket
North Canton man charged with theft from Boardman supermarket
Hubbard man gets prison term on domestic-violence charge
Hubbard man gets prison term on domestic-violence charge
Man arrested, charged in triple homicide at Cleveland home
Man arrested, charged in triple homicide at Cleveland home
Boardman schools drug-testing of athletes, drivers began today
Boardman schools drug-testing of athletes, drivers began today
Beaver Township Parks Department hosts food drive Aug. 1
Beaver Township Parks Department hosts food drive Aug. 1
Ohio man pleads not guilty to recording fatal accident scene
Ohio man pleads not guilty to recording fatal accident scene
Youngstown mayor seeks to fill vacancy on civil service commission board
Youngstown mayor seeks to fill vacancy on civil service commission board
UPDATE | Feds end prosecution of Barry Bonds without conviction
Feds end prosecution of Barry Bonds without conviction
Downtown Youngstown street closed Thursday for event
Downtown Youngstown street closed Thursday for event
Man sentenced to 6 months for Ohio funeral procession death
Man sentenced to 6 months for Ohio funeral procession death
Abundant Life Fellowship sets distribution of school supplies, clothing and produce
Abundant Life Fellowship sets distribution of school supplies, clothing and produce
Woman sentenced to 50 days in jail for chain-reaction crash in Warren
Woman sentenced to 50 days in jail for chain-reaction crash in Warren
Streets closed for Mount Carmel Festival in Youngstown
Streets closed for Mount Carmel Festival in Youngstown
Construction underway on natural gas plant in eastern Ohio
Construction underway on natural gas plant in eastern Ohio
Alleged Cleveland gang leader sentenced to 3 years in prison
Alleged Cleveland gang leader sentenced to 3 years in prison
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY VFW Col. Louis J. Campbell Post 3538, 157 Lowellville Road, Struthers, will serve
Church will sponsor health fair
Church will sponsor health fair YOUNGSTOWN Martin Luther Lutheran Church, 420 Clearmount Drive,
Tribute to Women event honors Judge Carol Robb
The Ohio Federation of Republican Women recently honored Judge Carol Robb in Columbus.
Brewers top Tribe in Garza’s return
Matt Garza pitched six shutout innings in his return from the disabled list.
Feds drop their case against Barry Bonds
Barry Bonds emerged victorious Tuesday when federal prosecutors dropped what was left of their criminal case against the career home runs leader.
Royals rally to beat Cole, Pirates
Jarrod Dyson hit a two-run single in the eighth inning to lead Kansas City.
Scrappers rally to beat Yanks in series opener
The Scrappers (12-18) have won three of their last four games.
Mahoning County Board of Elections Director optimistic for 15 percent voter turnout in Canfield special election
County board cutting Canfield precincts from 10 to 8 to save city about $4K in special election cost
Gov. John Kasich says he’ll prove the detractors wrong and be elected president
Kasich said he’d bring his heartland sensibilities and big ideas to the national stage
TIF established for Hollywood Gaming won't benefit Austintown schools
TIF will assist with water, sewer and road projects in Austintown and racino corridor
Pair get year in jail for Firestone Mansion arson, Old Mill vandalism
Both say were on drugs at time of both incidents
Next stop for the Burger Guyz
Next stop for the Burger Guyz The guys received a hot tip that the 4 Star Diner in Cortland is
Taking a break
Taking a break Mike and Mark are taking next month off from their Signature Dish feature, but they
New mash-ups and recipes your family will love Peanut Butter Perfection
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Personalize party treats
Family Features From “just-because” gatherings to birthday blowouts and major holidays, you’ll
Cow reported stolen
Cow reported stolen AUSTINTOWN A cow weighing about 1,800 pounds was stolen from a township
Gun-firing drone sparks probe
Gun-firing drone sparks probe CLINTON, Conn. An 18-year-old Connecticut man may be in trouble
Boardman begins drug testing athletes
The policy, which at first was voluntary for that group of students, will expand this year to become voluntary for extracurricular groups such as student council.
Charged after standoff
Charged after standoff WARREN Timothy Miller, 48, the man who barricaded himself in his house at
Walker OKs guns for Wisconsin guard
Associated Press MADISON, Wis. Republican Gov. Scott Walker issued an executive order Tuesday
Federal appeals court overturns some Blagojevich Senate-seat convictions
Associated Press CHICAGO A federal appeals court Tuesday overturned some of the most-sensational
YEARS AGO
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HEROIN INDICTMENTS | Who they are A Mahoning County grand jury secretly indicted more than 30 people Thursday on charges of being involved in a ring that sold heroin, and police began rounding them up
Michael Cain, aka “Dough,” 37, Cherry Hill Avenue. Raymond Wright, 36, Kendis Circle. Terrence
English Center awarded grant
International Institute Fund awards grants to English Center and three other organizations
Trumbull prosecutor releases video of shootout that killed Niles man in 2013
Surveillance videos from two cameras provide some good clues as to how the Oct. 26, 2013, shooting death of Richard Rollison IV unfolded.
Product malfunction led to Ohio fireworks mishap
Associated Press WESTLAKE, Ohio The state fire marshal says an apparent product malfunction led
World mayors at Vatican urge action to stop climate change
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Mayors from around the world declared Tuesday that climate change
Hubbard library collecting school supplies
All patrons who donate will be able to have any accrued fines on their Hubbard library account waived as follows: donating three packaged items will waive up to $5 in fines; donating five items will waive up to $10.
YDC supporters urge Kasich to keep facility open
The Austintown facility is scheduled to close by mid-2017
Youngstown Air Reserve Station reservists will demolish 12 empty houses
The structures are around Taft Elementary School on Youngstown’s South Side
RTI shareholders approve acquisition
Shareholders of RTI International Metals Inc. approved the acquisition by leading metals company
Valley unemployment rate drops to 5.9 percent in June
The Mahoning Valley unemployment rate continues to remain below the 2014 rate in June
Hall China assesses damage from fire
Hall China assesses damage from fire EAST LIVERPOOL Hall China Co., 1 Anna St., a century-old
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday West Branch Local School board, special meeting for strategic planning, 2 p.m.,
Canfield 11-12 team headed to state tournament in Painesville
Canfield boasts as many as eight pitchers on this year’s state tournament team.
BIRTHDAYS
BIRTHDAYS Actor Orson Bean (“Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman”) is 87. Actress Louise Fletcher is 81.
E.L. Doctorow, ‘Ragtime’ author, dies in NY at 84
Associated Press NEW YORK Writer E.L. Doctorow, who wryly reimagined the American experience in
UAB to resume playing football in 2017
UAB to resume playing football in 2017 BIRMINGHAM, Ala. UAB football can take the field again in
Selected local stocks
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Manufacturing training center inches closer to fruition
A new manufacturing training center planned for the city would help address the skills gap
For most of a generation, Democrats have divided into two broad camps on economic policy. There are
Opinion: For most of a generation, Democrats have divided into two broad camps on economic policy. There are
Despite storm damage, Campbell Memorial High School football will play under the lights
The board of education passed a resolution to repair stadium damage from a May thunderstorm.
Youngstown commission will wait a month to reconsider licensing downtown parking lots and garages
Officials with parking facilities objected to the proposal
Taylor Swift leads nominees with 9
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Taylor Swift’s star-studded “Bad Blood” music video
Mill Creek MetroParks looking to fill three open positions
The park leadership will hire two department directors and a park planner
Correction
Opinion: J. Michael Thompson is no longer president of the Mahoning County Bar Association. George Millich
Airlines push for biofuels to meet emissions goals
Associated Press NEW YORK The number of global fliers is expected to more than double in the
Canfield city residents to vote on Aug. 4 ballot measure for half-percent income tax increase
City enacted 1 percent income tax in 1972; half-percent would bring in additional $1.5 million
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Stephanie Ellsworth and Rocky Angiuli, Canfield, girl,
Schiavoni calls for state superintendent’s removal
State Sen. Joe Schiavoni believes it’s an issue of trust
CANFIELD CITY
CANFIELD CITY Half-percent income tax on Aug. 4 ballot. 6,066 registered city voters 2012
Surplus food
Surplus food Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, food giveaway 10 to
Police video shows traffic stop escalating when woman balks
Associated Press HEMPSTEAD, Texas A police dashboard video released Tuesday shows that a Texas
State Rep. Sean O’Brien will run next year for the Ohio Senate
Ex-state Rep. Tom Letson is also seeking the seat in next year’s Democratic primary
Tennessee shooting spree calls for vigilance, patience
Editorial: A deranged gunman’s deadly attack on two U.S. military facilities in Chattanooga, Tenn., last week
Home savings reports $4.1 million earned in 2Q
Youngstown-based Home Savings & Loan Co. reported earnings of $4.1 million in the second quarter of 2015
Television miniseries released on DVD this week include:
Television miniseries released on DVD this week include: v “The Fire Next Time”: “Parenthood”
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Schiavoni calls for state superintendent’s removal
Schiavoni calls for state superintendent’s removal
Man charged with supporting terror group pleads not guilty
Man charged with supporting terror group pleads not guilty
Campbell schools to repair bleachers and light pole for football season
Campbell schools to repair bleachers and light pole for football season
Leavittsburg man who shot cousin indicted on involuntary manslaughter
Leavittsburg man who shot cousin indicted on involuntary manslaughter
Warren police charge man and woman after finding apparent meth lab in house
Warren police charge man and woman after finding apparent meth lab in house
Daigle-Matthews wedding plans are revealed
Emily Kate Daigle and Stephen David Matthews, both of Youngstown, are planning to be married Aug.
Martin Club of Portage County has meeting Thursday
Martin Club of Portage County has meeting Thursday
Bill Cosby's lawyers ask judge to keep settlement sealed
Bill Cosby's lawyers ask judge to keep settlement sealed
Warren man involved in Monday standoff faces criminal charges
Warren man involved in Monday standoff faces criminal charges
BREAKING NEWS | Authorities rounding up people accused in heroin ring in city
BREAKING NEWS | Authorities rounding up people accused in heroin ring in city
Officials: Product malfunction led to Ohio fireworks mishap
Officials: Product malfunction led to Ohio fireworks mishap
Report: 23 percent of Ohio children living in poverty
Report: 23 percent of Ohio children living in poverty
Peterson, Vikings agree to redo last 3 years of deal
Peterson, Vikings agree to redo last 3 years of deal
West Branch school has special meeting Wednesday
West Branch school board has special meeting Wednesday
Ohio prosecutor probing fatal shooting by UC police officer
Ohio prosecutor probing fatal shooting by UC police officer
Hubbard Township police investigating thefts from 2 businesses
Hubbard Township police investigating thefts from 2 businesses
Feds: Ohio killer lived, died under fake ID in Pennsylvania
Feds: Ohio killer lived, died under fake ID in Pennsylvania
KASICH UPDATE | Kasich tells crowd why he's best presidential candidate
KASICH UPDATE | Kasich tells crowd why he's best presidential candidate
Inspiring Minds has end-of-summer program Friday in Warren G. Harding High School
Inspiring Minds has end-of-summer program Friday
Pair guilty of mansion destruction sentenced to a year in jail
Pair guilty of mansion destruction sentenced to a year in jail
Struthers arrest man on drug charges after traffic stop
Struthers arrest man on drug charges after traffic stop
KASICH UPDATE | It's official; John Kasich is a presidential contender
It's official: John Kasich is a presidential contender
Austintown police: Be on the lookout for stolen cow
Austintown police: Be on the lookout for stolen cow
YDC supporters in Columbus to urge Kasich to keep facility open
YDC supporters in Columbus to urge Kasich to keep facility open
Boardman schools' drug-testing policy for high-school athletes begins Wednesday
Boardman's drug-testing policy for high-school athletes begins Wednesday
Jury selection underway in aggravated-murder trial
Jury selection underway in aggravated-murder trial
Youngstown finalizes pact with YARS to demo 12 structures on South Side
Youngstown finalizes pact with YARS to demo 12 structures on South Side
Phantoms name John Wroblewski head coach
Wroblewski spent the past two seasons as an assistant coach with the Rochester (NY) Americans in the American Hockey League, the top affiliate club of the NHL’s Buffalo Sabres.
Craig Beach Village Council meeting time changed for Wednesday
Craig Beach council meeting time changed for Wednesday
Hartford road closed until 3 p.m. today for culvert replacement
Hartford road closed today for culvert replacement
English Center lands International Institute Grant
English Center lands International Institute Grant
US Rep. Tim Ryan not impressed with Kasich run for the White House
US Rep. Tim Ryan not impressed with Kasich run for the White House
Mahoning Valley's unemployment figures down from June 2014
Mahoning Valley's unemployment figures down from June 2014
St. Vitus festival set for Aug. 5 through 8
St. Vitus festival set for Aug. 5 through 8 NEW CASTLE, PA. St. Vitus Church, 910 S. Mercer St.,
Torch Club and Perc Kelty win awards at convention
The Youngstown Torch Club and a member were honored during the International convention.
YSU’s Jeffery elevates her game after China trip
Val Jeffery traveled to Beijing with Bring It Promotions, a company that specializes in international volleyball tours.
Embattled FIFA president to stay until Feb. 26 election
Sepp Blatter had a good day at the office on Monday, even if a prankster tried to spoil it by showering the FIFA president with fake dollar bills at a news conference.
Carter, Mathias hit HRs as Scrappers rout Crosscutters
Mark Mathias and Jodd Carter homered and four Scrappers each had three hits.
Howland’s Grant to play pro volleyball in France
Nia Grant was a key player on PSU’s back-to-back national championship teams.
Ex-NFL player’s mistress kills his wife, herself
Lisa Brown abducted and murdered Sandra Barnett, the wife of former Buffalo Bills player Buster Barnett.
Plea leaves many questions about 2013 Warren murder unanswered
TaShawn Walker will spend 17 years in prison
Falcon Stadium to be known as Greenwood Chevrolet Austintown Falcon Stadium
School district to receive $330,000 in 10-year deal with local dealership
‘Watchman’ sells 1.1M in first week
By HILLEL ITALIE AP National Writer NEW YORK Critics dismissed it as a rough draft for “To
USPS postpones Youngstown plant consolidation to 2016
USPS has not determined an exact date to consolidate the downtown Youngstown mail-processing center operations into Cleveland's
Sewer project to aid group that helps disabled
The project could lead to further economic development along U.S. Route 422 in Coitsville
Final days of ‘Daily Show’ for Stewart
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK Jon Stewart entered the home stretch of his 16
Johnson makes most of playoff chance to win British Open
Zach Johnson cradled the silver claret jug in his arms. Jordan Spieth let it slip through his fingers.
Thrills, spills in Tour’s Stage 16
Associated Press GAP, France Two bright-yellow Tour de France arrows attached to a telephone
around the horn Monday’s other Major League games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Tigers 5, Mariners 4 DETROIT Ian Kinsler homered twice, including a go-ahead
more inside
more inside vOn B2: Complete scores from the final round. vOn B5: Jordan Spieth fell short of a
Ginseng can help boost energy
Q. My doctor has suggested a Wisconsin ginseng supplement for energy. I am a cancer patient and
Diabetes education
Diabetes education BOARDMAN Mercy Health Youngstown is offering diabetes education from 6 to
ACC will have medical observers in team booth
The Atlantic Coast Conference will have team medical observers in the booth during games this fall to improve player safety, Commissioner John Swofford said Monday.
Man charged with stealing from multiple Walmarts
A Milwaukee man was arraigned today on three felony charges
Certificate program
Certificate program YOUNGSTOWN Mercy College of Ohio, in partnership with Eye Care Associates in
The minimally invasive surgery system cuts pain and recovery time
Provides tools to make operations safer
Individuals in prostitution case face charges
Man facing felony importuning charge pleads not guilty
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Gay-marriage plaintiff has Morrow book deal NEW YORK The lead plaintiff in the
Navy launches undersea drone
Navy launches undersea drone GROTON, Conn. In a first for the U.S. Navy, a submarine has
Warren man gives up to police after four-hour standoff
A four-hour standoff involving a man barricade in his Southern Boulevard Northwest home ended peacefully
Streetsboro man facing charges for purportedly causing serious injuries to girlfriend
Christopher C. Moore, 41, of Streetsboro, will be arraigned today on felonious assault, abduction and resisting arrest for purportedly causing serious injuries by kicking a Windham woman, 28, in the face Saturday night and later fleeing from police.
Security Council endorses Iran deal
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS The U.N. Security Council on Monday unanimously endorsed the
Ohio Gov. John Kasich needs a bump in polls soon if he’s to get GOP presidential nomination, some supporters say
Local Dems disagree on whether Kasich can win
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Warren City Council, caucus 6:30 p.m., regular meeting 7 p.m., municipal justice
Ohio makes changes after gay-marriage ruling
Associated Press COLUMBUS Same-sex couples in Ohio can now have their weddings in the
birthdays
birthdays Movie director Norman Jewison is 89. Singer Yusuf Islam (Cat Stevens) is 67. Cartoonist
Employment clinic offers help to ex-offenders
The event is planned from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Oak Hill Collaborative.
Man sentenced for his role in Winona Drive homicide
Can apply for release after serving four and a half years
Hawking backs program to look for extraterrestrial life
Associated Press LONDON The search for extraterrestrial life received a major boost Monday with
Downtown walking tour
Downtown walking tour YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown CityScape will host a walking tour of downtown
Drug-case sentence
Drug-case sentence YOUNGSTOWN A woman indicted with 17 other people by a federal grand jury in
Man charged for ‘gun’ threat near Niles movie theater
Vincent L. Dundorf, 23, of Iddings Avenue in Warren, pleaded not guilty today in Niles Municipal Court to aggravated menacing after police say he threatened a fellow movie-goer with a gun that shoots BBs or pellets.
Hubbard City Council moves forward to resurface streets
Six streets will be resurfaced for around $227,357.
Surplus food
Surplus food People’s Chapel Church of God, 2145 Hillman St., Youngstown, various commodities,
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Tuesday, July 21, the 202nd day of 2015. There are 163 days left in the year.
Boardman police officer starts dog rescue organization
Paw Platoon is a foster-based organization that takes in dogs in need of rescue
Rethink or abandon plan to revamp Poland schools
Opinion: Rethink or abandon plan to revamp Poland schools I recently submitted my resignation after 10
Woman steals truck with no brakes, crashes
By JOE GORMAN jgorman@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Keys left in the ashtray of a vehicle proved to be
Greek banks reopen, but limits on cash remain and taxes soar
Associated Press ATHENS, Greece Greek banks reopened Monday for the first time in three weeks,
EGCC offers machining classes
At two-year EGCC program will prepare students for jobs in advanced machining
Subway’s chief marketing officer leaving company effective Sept. 30
Associated Press NEW YORK Subway’s chief marketing officer Tony Pace says he is leaving the
Survey: Companies less upbeat about sales
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. businesses’ outlook on sales in the coming months has darkened
Selected local stocks
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Ohio should slam door on proposed marijuana cartel
Editorial: The November general election ballot will contain a constitutional amendment issue that has received
Grievances persist despite start of new era in US-Cuba relations
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Cuban national flag fluttered in the Washington sun Monday as
Defining Hillary Clinton
Opinion: When I listen to Hillary Clinton speak, as she did July 13 at The New School in New York, outlining
SBA session on veterans programs
SBA session on veterans programs kirtland The U.S. Small Business Administration will have its
Pot puzzle: What’s safe level of pesticide?
Associated Press DENVER Microscopic bugs and mildew can destroy a marijuana operation faster
Women’s lawyers may try to use Cosby’s own words against him
Associated Press Bill Cosby’s lurid, decade-old testimony about his philandering could do more
Liberty man challenges Hubbard Township officer: ‘I want you to shoot me’
A Liberty Township man asked a police officer to shoot him.
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Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v David Lovering: Tonight,
Monday, July 20 (84 stories)
Man sentenced to prison over his role in city homicide
Man sentenced to prison over his role in city homicide
Warehouse 50 to vacate downtown building this fall
Warehouse 50 to vacate downtown building this fall
Police: Ex-NFL player's mistress kills his wife then self
Police: Ex-NFL player's mistress kills his wife then self
Sewer project to benefit group that helps disabled
Sewer project to benefit group that helps disabled
YARS, Youngstown partner to battle blight in the city
YARS, Youngstown partner to battle blight in the city
Marijuana issue for Ohio ballot short on signatures
Marijuana issue for Ohio ballot short on signatures
Board OKs Greenwood Chevrolet Austintown Falcon Stadium deal
Board OKs Greenwood Chevrolet Austintown Falcon Stadium deal
State Controlling Board approves funding for Youngstown-area joint tech facility
State Controlling Board approves funding for Youngstown-area joint tech facility
Man faces menancing charges after post-movie confrontation
Man faces menancing charges after post-movie confrontation
Milwaukee man arraigned after attempted Walmart theft
Milwaukee man arraigned after attempted Walmart theft
Austintown man faces assault charges after domestic dispute
Austintown man faces assault charges after domestic dispute
Spice of India owner sentenced to a year for arson plot
Spice of India owner sentenced to a year for arson plot
New era in ties begins as Cuba raises flag at embassy in US
New era in ties begins as Cuba raises flag at embassy in US
Poland Little Leaguers continue tradition
Poland’s 11-12 softball team is playing in the Midwest regional for the second time in six years.
DODD will be topic of July 26 meeting
DODD will be topic of July 26 meeting Poland No Limits Alternative Center and Turning Point
WORTH A LOOK
BOOK SALES Springfield Capital Campaign Committee will have a fundraising book sale from 9 a.m. to
Superheroes greet youngsters
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com WARREN Batman, Spider-Man, Wonder Woman, The Incredible Hulk
Austintown applies for grant to keep green space as natural sound barrier
Nearly three-acre section of land at North Four Mile Run and Oakwood Avenue
Creekside Fitness falls in NABF tourney semifinals
Creekside had advanced to the NABF World Series the previous two seasons.
Brewers finish sweep of Pirates
Pittsburgh shortstop Jordy Mercer was carted off the field after being injured in the second inning.
Canfield Police officers to get Narcan kits, training
Obtaining the overdose-reversal drug through Ohio Attorney General's Office
Indians walk their way past Reds
Cleveland became the first MLB team to draw four bases-loaded walks since 1992.
Candidates have begun to file for three South Range board spots available in November
18-year old spokesman of ACT Now is on the November ballot
Corvettes converge to rev up charities
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but
JEFF LANGE | THE VINDICATOR
JEFF LANGE | THE VINDICATOR Some 150 to 160 Corvettes and steel cars were on display at Sunday’s
JEFF LANGE | THE VINDICATOR
JEFF LANGE | THE VINDICATOR Bill Clemens of Warren takes care of some last-minute buffing on the
TRUMBULL COUNTY courts
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Eli E. Troyer, 20, of 10125 Penniman Road, Orwell,
Band Camp set
Band Camp set YOUNGSTOWN Parents and guardians of children in grades eight through 12 who attend
YEARS AGO
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3 members of family die as mobile home is swept into creek
Associated Press RIPLEY, Ohio A creek that flooded during a torrential downpour in southern
Pipe bomb explodes, injuring three people
Pipe bomb explodes, injuring three people LOWELLVILLE Three people were injured and several
Family: Gunman had mental issues
Family: Gunman had mental issues CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. A Kuwait-born man who shot and killed five
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Trumbull County Mental Health and Recovery Board of Directors, 4:30 p.m., first
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Demi Moore shocked by drowning at home LOS ANGELES Demi Moore said she is stunned
medicaid Enrollment surges, sparking worries over state budgets
Associated Press ATLANTA More than a dozen states that opted to expand Medicaid under the
US, Cuba set to reboot relations after 5 decades
Associated Press HAVANA Cuba’s blue, red and white-starred flag is set to fly outside the
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birthdays
birthdays Actress Diana Rigg (“The Avengers”) is 77. Bassist John Lodge of the Moody Blues is 72.
Father of slain Marine: Son volunteered to help people
Associated Press THORNVILLE, Ohio A Marine slain in the Chattanooga shootings was scheduled to
Wide Open: Spieth near leaders at St. Andrews
The 21-year-old has a chance to win the third leg of the Grand Slam.
Youngstown native Rozier among NBA summer league standouts
The 16th overall pick by the Celtics was solid all week.
Today’s lesson for members of Congress: Keep safety 1st
Editorial: In the interest of maximizing public safety and minimizing danger, U.S. senators and representatives
COMING TOMORROW
COMING TOMORROW Northside Medical Center is introducing its da Vinci system. Life & Health
YSU student art perches in Tod Hall
A steel sculpture created by a YSU art student sits in the Tod Hall lobby on campus
Film director from Mahoning Valley returns with ‘Pixels’ Columbus rediscovers the video game
By John Anderson Newsday Back when the great Video Game Crash of the mid-’80s was sending Pac-
Butler museum will present free art talks
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., will present a
In our ‘don’t bully’ society, etiquette trumps authenticity
Opinion: By Christine M. FLOWERS Philadelphia Daily News “Who am I to judge?” I’ve heard that a lot
Mitsubishi apologizes for using POWs as slave labor during WWII
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Saying they felt a “deep sense of ethical responsibility for a
The top-five global concert tours, ranked by average-box-office gross per city. Includes the
The top-five global concert tours, ranked by average-box-office gross per city. Includes the
Scrappers’ offense struggles in loss
Mahoning Valley managed just four singles against Williamsport on Sunday.
Seeming to sport a big smile is this classic 1958 Corvette owned by Dave Murdoch of Canfield. The
Seeming to sport a big smile is this classic 1958 Corvette owned by Dave Murdoch of Canfield. The
Modern slavery in Ohio
Opinion: Columbus Dispatch: As a crossroads state, Ohio harbors many victims of human trafficking, for the
GRADS LIST
GRADS LIST These students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted: SLIPPERY ROCK
Deposition paints image of ‘America’s Dad’ as womanizer who plied women with drugs
By GEOFF MULVIHILL Associated Press Under oath in a hotel – away from the TV cameras and the
Show empathy for the disabled
Opinion: By Kerri Hanlon The Philadelphia Inquirer Recently, my family and I went to the movies. It was a
GOING FOR EMOTION
The high-tech digital tool kit available to today’s film directors can be a “Pandora’s box,” says
Sunday, July 19 (80 stories)
South Range student in 2014 seeks seat on school board in 2015
The valedictorian played a role in a campaign in the spring, questioning a tax issue for the schools
UPDATE: Cosby detailed his womanizing, secrecy efforts a decade ago
The Associated Press obtained a copy of his deposition Sunday.
Severe thunderstorm watch in effect for Valley until 11 p.m. today
Some thunderstorms may be severe with damaging winds
Father of Ohio soldier killed in Tennessee explains irony of son's death
His son fought to liberate Kuwait; a Kuwaiti killed him and four others in Chattanooga
Sound barrier sought for Austintown neighborhood
The township seeks to preserve the integrity of the North Wickliffe neighborhood
Former President Bush leaves hospital after fall
The former president suffered a broken bone in his neck
70th anniversary draws loved ones of Mikaciniches
GIRARD Mr. and Mrs. John Mikacinich of Girard celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary with
Surprise party honors Castros’ 50th milestone
POLAND A surprise party June 7 at the Elm Tree in Struthers honored Frank and Janice Castro of
50th anniversary dinner honors Mr., Mrs. Burky
AUSTINTOWN The children of David and Karen Burky of Austintown hosted a buffet dinner June 28 at A
Felgers’ 60th honored with surprise dinner
BOARDMAN Don and Donna Felger of Boardman were recently surprised with a family dinner at
Fellows friends plan garden party
The annual Garden Party is set for July 31 at Fellows Riverside Gardens.
Angels for Animals plans 25th anniversary dinner
Angels for Animals will look to its past and future at 25th anniversary dinner.
Men’s garden club members plan to show what they grow
MGCY will sponsor its 51st annual horticulture show Aug. 22 and 23.
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
GARDEN CLUBS
TUESDAY Trailwood will have a luncheon beginning at 11:30 a.m. at Reserve Run. Hostesses are Sally
SENIOR CITIZENS
Girard Oldtimers will gather for a luncheon and meeting at 11:30 p.m. Tuesday at Lamancusa
DeBartolo York will lead annual Pink Ribbon Tea
The 21st annual Pink Ribbon Tea celebrates breast cancer survivors.
Shaun Lane perseveres since losing use of arm in last game
Hubbard High product Shaun Lane suffered a devastating injury in his final game at Ohio State.
Water suppliers closely watch algae
Aqua Ohio and the Mahoning Valley Sanitary District thoroughly monitor water quality.
Saturday on the links | More professional golf results
PGA BARBASOL CHAMPIONSHIP OPELIKA, ALA. Playing partners Ricky Barnes and Scott Piercy each
Comic books, artists bring out aficionados and costumes
One teen said it took her four hours to get her costume together
Johnson braves St. Andrews’ winds for lead
Even with 155 years of history, the British Open can still serve up some strange twists at St. Andrews.
19-year old recent high school grad takes on harness racing
Sierra Graham obtained license for harness racing this year, plans to race at Canfield Fair this summer
Schools plan still draws criticism
A 2009 Chaney graduate points out that the schools have been troubled for years but didn’t draw much outside interest
NATIONAL MIDYEAR
Works selected by 85 artists from several states Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The winners of the
Creekside storms back from 10-1 deficit
Creekside Fitness scored 10 unanswered runs to defeat the Ohio Longhorns, 11-10 in nine innings.
Steam train excursion set
A historic steam-powered locomotive will pull a Youngstown-Ashtabula excursion train next weekend.
Property owners in Ohio seek to block pipeline
Associated Press CLEVELAND The company planning to build an industrial-sized natural-gas
Poll: Americans are divided over gay marriage
Associated Press NEW YORK The Supreme Court’s ruling last month legalizing same-sex marriage
Mathias’ extra-base hits power Scrappers’ win
Mahoning Valley scores three in first inning of 4-1 victory
Steel Valley Cluster will host four dog shows
Four American Kennel Clubs will come together at the Canfield Fairgrounds beginning this Thursday
Weapons charges
Weapons charges YOUNGSTOWN Police arrested James Kennedy Jr., 49, of Youngstown on a charge of
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Crestview school board, 6 p.m., high school, 44100 Crestview Road, Columbiana.
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Poll: Gay marriage still divisive issue
Poll: Gay marriage still divisive issue NEW YORK The Supreme Court’s ruling last month
Rain calms Calif. wildfire that jumped interstate
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A fast-moving wildfire that swept across a packed California
Gulf oil wells lingering with temporary seals
Associated Press Five years after the Obama administration promised to move swiftly to permanently
Military-site shootings crystallize FBI’s concerns about spread of terrorism
Associated Press WASHINGTON The deadly shootings at military sites in Tennessee illustrate the
Area golf calendar Upcoming outings & scrambles
JULY SATURDAY — 12th annual First Tee of Mahoning Valley Two-Player Ryder Cup Challenge at
LATEST DEVELOPMENTS
LATEST DEVELOPMENTS FBI teams are continuing to collect and process evidence collected at the two
Chattanooga Muslims mourning, upset after military-site shootings
Associated Press CHATTANOOGA, TENN. As the death toll rose to five, a handful of governors
Puskas: Tiger no longer lurking for the weekend
It’s hard to win a golf tournament — let alone a major — when your game no longer lends itself to four-day weekends.
Area golf league scores
MEN BEDFORD TRAILS GOLF COURSE Conrail — Low gross: Barry Glenn 41, Larry Brown 42, Tom
Hot dog fundraiser supports dogs
Dog supporters and hot dog lovers came together for one local fundraiser, which offered something for both groups
Saudi Arabia says it broke up planned attacks by IS
Associated Press RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA Saudi Arabia announced Saturday it has broken up planned
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
hTabloid publishes images of future queen giving Nazi salute
hTabloid publishes images of future queen giving Nazi salute LONDON Buckingham Palace expressed
Escape boosts sales for novel
Escape boosts sales for novel NEW YORK The escape of Mexican drug lord “El Chapo” has meant more
New seat design
New seat design After years of financial struggles, the nation’s airlines are now collecting hefty
Serving up strategies for toddler who won’t eat
Tribune News Service Q. Our 4-year-old daughter will not eat dinner, no matter what. At most,
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
INSURANCE The Rossi Insurance Agency Warren firm recently hired Marc Rossi as the fourth Rossi to
publishers weekly best-sellers
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Youngstown Plan is law; time to give up the fight
Editorial: No one who has heard Gov. John Kasich’s comments about the academically challenged Youngstown City
Facebook news feed preferences boost experience
It seems as though every time Facebook makes some significant change, the world responds in mass
Document: Cosby paid women to keep quiet
Associated Press NEW YORK Bill Cosby, in sworn testimony a decade ago, said he had paid women
Kasich needs to go big
Opinion: If Ohio Gov. John Kasich wants to be more than an “also” in the Republican presidential sweepstakes,
New ways to protect your credit cards
After the rash of retailer data breaches this year, you may be tempted to stash your credit cards
Harding home chronicles 29th president
Ninety-five percent of the furnishings in Harding’s 1891-vintage home are original.
MILESTONES
MILESTONES DOCTORS NEOMED graduate John C. Lisko III of Canfield has earned his doctor of
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Today is Sunday, July 19, the 200th day of 2015. There are 165 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
ARC offers learn-to-swim program in Warren
The summer learn-to-swim program, offered through Warren City Schools, runs July 27 through Aug. 6.
IF YOU GO
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Airlines get new tools to avoid turbulence
Los Angeles Times (TNS) Airlines are using new software that transmits weather data from planes in
Women’s Business Expo is scheduled
Women’s Business Expo is scheduled YOUNGSTOWN A Women’s Business Expo will take place from 11
Gov. Walker tests tea party
Opinion: By Jonathan Bernstein Bloomberg View Scott Walker, who formally entered the 2016 presidential
Week of July 19, 2015
Joan Blazek et al to Jack L. Vining, S. Pricetown Road, Berlin Center, $170,000. Hillcrest
columbiana, TRUMBULL, Mahoning COUNTY courts
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Greg Hoprich et al v. Kelly Hough et al, personal
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Trumbull County Fair, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.: Modified series and stock
Unelected grab too much power
Opinion: By U.S. REP. BILL JOHNSON Special to The Vindicator The U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled that
Fixing lakes in 15 years shows government’s flaws
Opinion: Fixing lakes in 15 years shows government’s flaws First of all, what a shame with the closing of
Saturday, July 18 (91 stories)
Cosby paid women after sex, tried to hide payments from wife
Cosby paid women after sex, tried to hide payments from wife
Levels of algae in Mahoning Valley lakes pose little threat, officials say
Levels of algae in Valley lakes pose little threat, officials say
Hot Diggity Dog Day raises funds for Legacy Dog Rescue
Hot Diggity Dog Day raises funds for Legacy Dog Rescue
Comic books, artists bring out aficionados and costumes
Comic books, artists bring out aficionados and costumes
City police charge Youngstown woman with multiple crimes
City police charge Youngstown woman with multiple crimes
Botched tests lead Ohio medical examiner to tighten policies
Botched tests lead Ohio medical examiner to tighten policies
MCCTC adult career center hosts open house Tuesday
MCCTC adult career center hosts open house Tuesday
Police in Ohio city find woman after release of information
Police in Ohio city find woman after release of information
Remember: Some Mill Creek Park roads closed Sunday for event
Some Mill Creek Park roads closed Sunday for event
Casino ex-workers, others charged in cheating scams in Ohio
Casino ex-workers, others charged in cheating scams in Ohio
Rain calms California fire that jumped freeway, burned cars
Rain calms California fire that jumped freeway, burned cars
Bad weather, bad golf: Tiger Woods misses another major cut
Bad weather, bad golf: Tiger Woods misses another major cut
GOP candidate Trump goes after Sen. John McCain's war record
GOP candidate Trump goes after Sen. John McCain's war record
Lindsay Landis, Matthew Corll to marry in Sept.
NORTH LIMA Lindsay Landis and Matthew Corll, both of North Lima, are announcing their engagement.
Round-DeSantis engagement is announced
HUBBARD Amber Round and David DeSantis, both of Poland, are engaged, her father and his mother are
Lindsay Dugan, Paul Stumpo to exchange vows
MCDONALD Jack and Sharon Dugan are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Lindsay Dugan, and
SOCIETY DIGEST
Cemetery tours offered Sunday POLAND Poland Historical Society members will be leading guided
Campbell preps to revamp city hall handicap parking
City officials say Campbell's aging population creates demand for disability access.
YSU offers tuition waivers to senior volunteers
Seniors who volunteer at least 100 hours can earn a fee waiver for a three-credit course for a student or family member
‘Welcome to Sweden’ returns for a second season
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK Paul Simon, Jack Black, Neve Campbell, Amy
Valley high school students learn business side of 3D printing
YSU, YBI put on five-day pilot program, hope to expand effort
Lake closures don’t limit land activities
There’s no public health risk in breathing lakefront air in Mill Creek Park, health commissioner says.
U.S. Sen. Rob Portman wants the local air service station’s equipment and planes to be replaced
The unit’s mission is ‘important for our country,’ the senator said
Hollywood Gaming to add 75 machines by 'hopefully' Sept. 1
Expansion includes taking down part of temporary wall
Graduates of Potential Development High School look ahead
Potential Development High School plan for their futures
Metro Station on the move
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Making up for lost time is what synth-pop rock act Metro
Wiseman leads Doubledays in rain-shortened win over MV
Rhett Wiseman belted a towering two-run home run to right field in the first inning.
Johnson controls Open; Watson has emotional final round
A heavy downpour at dawn flooded the Old Course and disrupted the start by more than three hours.
Phantoms to work with summer campers
Phantoms to work with summer campers YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Phantoms will be hosting
Cincinnati’s Leake hurts Tribe with arm and bat
Mike Leake pitched six effective innings and drove in three runs as the Cincinnati Reds beat the Cleveland Indians 6-1 on Friday night.
Stadium lights issue suspends game in D.C.
Associated Press WASHINGTON The stadium darkened for a third time, and Yunel Escobar couldn’t
On the links | More professional golf results from Friday
BARBASOL CHAMPIONSHIP OPELIKA, ALA. Australia’s Mark Hensby birdied three of the final four
Bucs struggle to brew up offense
Gerardo Parra had three hits, two RBIs and scored twice, Mike Fiers scattered three hits over seven solid innings.
Akron’s baseball loss could result in gain for YSU
Some former Akron baseball players could end up with Penguins.
ON AREA DIAMONDS | More sandlot results
NABF JUNIOR WORLD SERIES Baird Brothers 3, Mississippi 96ers 1 KNOXVILLE, TENN. Dylan Dickey
Completion of airline sale could help launch daily air service at Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport
The sale might clear the way to start daily air service at the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport.
Sipe gets Kardiac Kids back together
Old enough to draw Social Security, Brian Sipe forever remains a Kardiac Kid.
A bird’s-eye view of summer reading
Whether on a beach, a cabin back porch, or even a hammock at home, nothing beats relaxing with an
Smallies have me jumping for joy
If there is anything in fishing as exhilarating as experiencing a smallmouth bass cartwheel over a
Grand jury indicts repeat offender
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A man taken into custody for a burglary earlier this week — who has been
Police investigate intimidation report
Police investigate intimidation report BOARDMAN Township police are investigating a reported
AG releases names from prostitution sting
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office released the names and charges for nine of the 11 people arrested for prostitution-related charges
Warren man charged in Brookfield store robbery
Jorge I. Reyes Avila, 30, was arrested Friday in Thursday’s Dollar General robbery
Vice squad finds drugs
Vice squad finds drugs YOUNGSTOWN Members of the police department’s vice squad found suspected
James pitches Ohio Glaciers to NABF victory
Ohio Glaciers pitcher Tom James is the first to admit that his fastball isn’t exactly overpowering.
Associated Press
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio prisoner convicted of killing five people, including a Bible
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EGCC grant will help low income students
EGCC, Kent State Univesity and Stark State College received U.S. Department of Education grants
Dem leader says Cincinnati should focus on crime
Associated Press CINCINNATI The chairman of Ohio’s Democratic Party is calling on current
Suicide bombing kills at least 80
Suicide bombing kills at least 80 BAGHDAD A suicide car bombing in Iraq’s eastern Diyala
Southington man, 76, died from multiple gunshot wounds, coroner says
The Trumbull County coroner has ruled that Charles D. Crandall, 76, who was killed in an apparent gun fight with Trumbull County sheriff’s deputies, died of multiple gunshot wounds.
Trumbull prosecutor opposes parole for killer Joseph Dudley
Joseph M. Dudley, 56, who is serving a life prison sentence for killing William Peterson, 45, Dec. 12, 1992, in Howland Township.
Reputed mob member freed on bond
Associated Press CLEVELAND A reputed made member of the Gambino crime family has been freed on a
Associated Press
Associated Press COLUMBUS A Cleveland man sentenced to death for killing a police officer 15
Despite campaign promises, rescinding Iran deal won’t be easy
Associated Press WASHINGTON Unhappy with President Barack Obama’s nuclear deal with Iran?
area vacation bible schools
Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public will run on the Religion page. Please include the
Surplus food
Surplus food Nevels Temple Church of God in Christ, 939 Elm St., will have a food giveaway from 12
Methodist churches get new pastor
Methodist churches get new pastor STONEBORO, Pa. The Methodists United in Faith Charge welcomed
sunday news shows
sunday news shows Guest lineups Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”:
birthdays
birthdays Singer Dion is 76. Blues guitarist Lonnie Mack is 74. Singer Martha Reeves of Martha and
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Keeping powders in check
Opinion: COLUMBUS If you were hoping to spend time in the near- future mixing your own alcoholic beverages
Prayer at Gazebo planned Wednesdays during July
Rev. Susan Brown of Canfield United Methodist Church is leading prayer
Don’t give up the ship in new battle for Lake Erie
Editorial: Two hundred AND three years ago, skilled Commander Oliver Hazard Perry valiantly led a rugged U.S.
Aspen Foods recalls nearly 2M pounds of frozen chicken
Aspen Foods recalls nearly 2M pounds of frozen chicken WASHINGTON The U.S. Department of
Gunman worked at nuke plant in NE Ohio
Associated Press WASHINGTON The man who gunned down four Marines in Tennessee and injured a
By Francis Wilkinson
Opinion: By Francis Wilkinson Bloomberg View Campaigns, as political operatives and television pundits
Rising gas prices increase inflation
Associated Press WASHINGTON Rising gasoline prices pushed inflation up modestly in June, leaving
20 vehicles on I-15 in Calif. destroyed in swift wildfire
Associated Press HESPERIA, Calif. A fast-moving wildfire swept across a freeway Friday in a
Men’s Sunday at Mount Zion
Men’s Sunday at Mount Zion YOUNGSTOWN The men of Mount Zion Baptist Church, 827 Wilson Ave.,
courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Paul L. Smith, 31, of 8131 Stadler Ave., Apt. 1 Unit
Surf Chapel
Los Angeles Times (TNS) MALIBU, Calif. On such a gray, nippy morning, most self-respecting
Selected local stocks
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Hitchhiking robot starts on coast-to-coast journey
Associated Press BOSTON With its thumb raised skyward and a grin on its digital face, the
MTV causes a stir with ‘White People’ film
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK One of the challenges for makers of the MTV
British Open Notebook More from Round 2 at St. Andrews
Rain delay: Steve Williams was on the Old Course early Friday to check the pin positions for the
Today’s entertainment picks:
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Friday, July 17 (116 stories)
Mahoning County grand jury indicts repeat offender
Mahoning County grand jury indicts repeat offender
Campbell preps to revamp city hall handicap parking
Campbell preps to revamp city hall handicap parking
Official: Mill Creek Park lakes no threat to hikers, bicyclists
Official: Lakes no threat to hikers, bicyclists
Trumbull prosecutor opposes parole for killer Joseph Dudley
Trumbull prosecutor opposes parole for killer Joseph Dudley
Youngstown's main library elevator back in service
Youngstown's main library elevator back in service
BREAKING NEWS | Wildfire sweeps across California freeway, burns cars
Wildfire sweeps across California freeway, burns cars
Tennessee shooter failed background check at Ohio nuke plant
Tennessee shooter failed background check at Ohio nuke plant
Penn State budget includes no in-state tuition increase
Penn State budget includes no in-state tuition increase
Mill Creek Park roads closed for YMCA Triathlon on Sunday
Mill Creek Parks closed for YMCA Triathlon on Sunday
Austintown racino expanding, adding more gaming machines
Austintown racino expanding, adding more gaming machines
Portman says Youngstown Air Reserve Station needs upgrades
Portman says Youngstown Air Reserve Station needs upgrades
Vice Squad discovers drugs, cash when serving warrant
Vice Squad discovers drugs, cash when serving warrant
West Side Cats to host festival
West Side Cats to host festival AUSTINTOWN West Side Cats will host its fourth annual Bike Run
CLUB CALENDAR
ALLIANCES Ohio Cultural Alliance will have a dinner meeting at 6 p.m. Aug. 3 at Holy Trinity
TENNESSEE TERRORISM? 4 MARINES DIE IN ATTACK
Federal authorities take charge of case Associated Press CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. A gunman unleashed
More than 13,000 in the Youngstown area
12,000 in Mahoning County/11,000 in Trumbull County covered under Medicaid expansion
‘Thrones’ leads pack with 24 nods
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. The elaborate fantasy saga “Game of
Lake Newport disaster declaration sought
Lake Newport should be declared a federal and state disaster area, commissioner says.
Rep. Bill Johnson has raised more than $500,000 toward his re-election effort
Rep. Tim Ryan spent more campaign money than he received in the second quarter
Mill Creek Park lakes likely to remain closed for the rest of the summer
Biweekly testing for E. coli soon will start at Lake Newport
Niles schools request removal from fiscal watch
The school district has been under fiscal watch for 12 years
A golden tradition in Canfield
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The City of Canfield celebrated the 50th anniversary of its
Canfield Sports Briefs
NFL Punt Pass and Kick event hosted for area youth Young professional football fans will have the
Poland Sports Briefs
The Poland Little Bulldogs to host punt, pass and kick competition Young professional football
Summer snacks start strong
By amanda tonoli atonoli@vindy.com Neighborhood Ministries and the Austintown library became
Greenbriar Commons host second annual Car Show
By amanda tonoli atonoli@vindy.com Greenbriar Commons hosted the second annual Car Show on June
Boardman Township Park celebrates with family fun
This July, a month-long celebration highlights essential value of parks and recreation for local
Canfield Community Briefs
Akron Children’s Vision Center expands services Akron Children’s Hospital’s Vision Center is
Angelo to retire from CPC after 10 years
Canfield Presbyterian Church Youth Ministry leader Julie Angelo’s service to the youth of the church has been an integral part of their lives for many years.
Poland Community Briefs
Akron Children’s Vision Center expands services Akron Children’s Hospital’s Vision Center is
Skills class saves memories
By amanda tonoli atonoli@vindy.com The Austintown library hosted Saving Memories: Downloading
Vanessa Schutz | Neal McDonald
The wedding of Vanessa Schutz and Neal McDonald took place Feb. 14 at The Whittemore House in
Austintown Community Briefs
Akron Children’s Vision Center expands services Akron Children’s Hospital’s Vision Center is
Pollinator party at the Gardens
By amanda tonoli atonoli@vindy.com Fellows Riverside Gardens celebrated National Pollinator
The purpose behind the Pop-Up Library
By amanda tonoli atonoli@vindy.com Staff from the Pop-Up Library visited Fellows Riverside
Tricia Jones, Phil Calzo plan Aug. wedding
Tricia Jones of Boardman and Phil Calzo of Poland are engaged and planning an August wedding, the
Lindsay Davis | Gabriele Vigorito
Lindsay Nicole Davis of Newton Falls and Gabriele Vigorito of Boardman were united in marriage in a
Country group The Band Perry is coming to the Canfield Fair
The Canfield Fair, Ohio’s largest county fair, is known for featuring the biggest and brightest
Miss Turnbull, Mr. Todd will exchange vows
Mark and Paula Turnbull of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Courtney
New Lions Club president and members inducted
Outgoing Youngstown Lions Club president Adam Costello handed over the gavel to incoming president
Meganne Corlew, Jonathan Jarvis will marry Aug. 1
Raymond Corlew of Austintown announces the upcoming wedding of his daughter, Meganne Corlew of
Spieth makes major move early
Jordan Spieth played like he had a Grand Slam to win. Dustin Johnson played like he had a score to settle.
Some 2014-15 Cruzes and Volts recalled over steering issue
Some 2014-15 Cruzes and Volts recalled over steering issue
Greatest Juniors Championship field
BOYS 17-and-under AUTOMATIC QUALIFIERS Jacob WilsonSquaw Creek Joey ShushokTam O’Shanter Ken
Greatest Juniors TRUMBULL QUALIFIER
Greatest Juniors TRUMBULL QUALIFIER Final scores Complete list of scores from Thursday’s
greece Banks to reopen after pledge from lenders
Associated Press ATHENS, Greece Greece on Thursday won vital pledges of support from bailout
Parents announce Cummings-Ray engagement
Wilma and Kenneth Cummings of North Little Rock, Ark., and Elizabeth and John Ray of Austintown are
Looking at Indians’ possible trade targets
The Indians might stand pat at the July 31 non-waiver trade deadline. They might sell off a few spare parts. They might wait until August and attempt to make a waiver deal.
oddly enough
oddly enough Netanyahu gets yearbook from his Pennsylvania high school CHELTENHAM, Pa. Some
Raccoon Road closing OKed
North Raccoon Road between U.S. routes 224 and 62 will close for about two weeks, beginning Monday.
Governor signs bill aimed at reducing drug overdoses
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio Gov. John Kasich has signed a bill into law expanding
Surplus food
Surplus food Zion Lutheran Church, 3300 Canfield Road, Youngstown, various commodities, 9:30 to
Doctors targeted in fight over future of Ohio abortion clinic
Associated Press COLUMBUS Anti-abortion activists hoping to shutter a southwest Ohio abortion
Boardman man charged with importuning after undercover operation
Operation led by Ohio Attorney General's office
Ohio Democratic Party chairman hoping Wisconsin Gov. Walker is Republican choice for president
Opinion: If Ohio Democratic Party Chairman David Pepper had his choice, he’d want Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital James and Christine Lawson, Youngstown, girl, July 14.
Officers disciplined for not vetting rookie who shot 12-year-old
Associated CLEVELAND Two Cleveland police officers have been disciplined for failing to
Boardman Community Briefs
Adult culinary students open the Bistro at MCCTC Student-operated restaurant, The Bistro at MCCTC,
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
DNA testing yields another rape conviction
Associated Press CLEVELAND An effort to process a backlog of rape kits for DNA matches has
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Brookfield Township trustees, special meeting to discuss soccer league and
TCI inmates donate 150 pounds of vegetables to fight hunger
Inmates at the Trumbull Correctional Institution have joined in the effort to battle hunger.
Stabbing reported
Stabbing reported YOUNGSTOWN A 44-year-old West Side man told police he woke up about 4:05 a.m.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Patrick E. Hymes, 46, of 486 Madera Ave., Youngstown,
Man who served sentence in '98 killing back in court
Accused of violating protection order twice within two weeks
ODNR sets new rules for horizontal well-pad sites
One of the regulations will require drilling companies to submit a detailed plan of the horizontal well-pad site before starting construction.
Runner who wandered off in northern Trumbull County could face criminal charge
Caused much concern for family members and law enforcement who spent hours searching for him
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Friday, July 17, the 198th day of 2015. There are 167 days left in the year.
Lowellville Village council holds special meeting
Council approves mayoral salary increase, authorizes placing tax levy renewal on November's ballot.
Residents attend town hall hearing on Canfield half-percent income tax on Aug. 4 ballot
Committee, Facebook page formed to raise awareness of August vote, why the city is asking for additional funds
Judge sets trial for suspect in SC church shooting
Associated Press CHARLESTON, S.C. A white man charged with killing nine black parishioners at a
Feds charge Warren man in gas station sales scheme
Feds charge Warren man in gas station sales scheme
Obama seeks support for deal with Iran
Associated Press WASHINGTON At home and abroad, the White House courted support for a landmark
colorado theater shooting Holmes convicted of murder
Associated Press CENTENNIAL, Colo. Colorado theater shooter James Holmes was convicted Thursday
us transportation Measure would cut back on safety rules
Associated Press WASHINGTON At a time of record auto recalls and high-profile train wrecks,
Reading between the lines
Opinion: By Ann McFeatters Tribune News Service WASHINGTON We interrupt your summer to bring you bold,
Russian bloggers trying to gauge attitudes toward gays face violence
Associated Press MOSCOW Two Russian bloggers say they faced threats and violence when they
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Trumbull County Fair, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.: Bull riders will
Iran pact offers Congress the chance to prove that it can deliberate wisely
Editorial: How do you prevent Iran from getting a nuclear weapon? That question goes to the heart of the global
A look back as Amazon turns 20
Associated Press NEW YORK Amazon has come a long way from selling books out of a Seattle garage.
Selected local stocks
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Drug arrest made
Drug arrest made YOUNGSTOWN Police found suspected marijuana, crack cocaine and heroin in a car
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS SeaWorld suspends worker accused of posing as activist SAN DIEGO SeaWorld suspended
Kin question death of woman in jail
Kin question death of woman in jail DALLAS Family and friends sought more details Thursday about
Fair Board director promotes opportunities for non-farm kids to enjoy working with animals
Fair Board director promotes opportunities for non-farm kids to enjoy working with animals
Four-run inning lifts Scrappers
The Scrappers beat the Doubledays 4-3 in front of 5,227 at Eastwood Field.
With Gov. John Kasich officially announcing Tuesday that he’s running for president, the
Opinion: With Gov. John Kasich officially announcing Tuesday that he’s running for president, the Mahoning
Fewer people seek unemployment aid
Fewer people seek unemployment aid WASHINGTON Fewer people sought U.S. unemployment benefits
2015 Chuck Schafer Scholarship winners announced
Upholding the ideals of Chuck Schafer himself, the 2015 winners of the Boardman Community Baseball
birthdays
birthdays Actor Donald Sutherland is 83. Actress-singer Diahann Carroll is 80. Guitarist Spencer
Boardman HS well-represented in Greatest junior finals field
Eight total players in the boys and girls 17-and-under divisions currently play, or will next year, for the Spartans’ golf teams.
Liberty Township financial woes continue with release of state audit
The continuation of the township’s fiscal-caution designation from the Ohio Auditor’s Office announced Monday is just part of the bad news for the townshp’s finances.
Phantoms release 2015-16 schedule
Phantoms release 2015-16 schedule YOUNGSTOWN For the third straight year, the Phantoms will play
Thursday, July 16 (117 stories)
Rep. Johnson raises more than $300K for re-election bid during 2nd quarter
Rep. Johnson raises more than $300K for re-election bid during 2nd quarter
Lowellville council votes to increase mayor's salary
Lowellville council votes to increase mayor's salary
Panel to insist on on revision of Niles recovery plan
Panel to insist on revision of Niles recovery plan
Man who served sentence in ’98 killing back in court
Man who served sentence in ’98 killing back in court
UPDATE | Jury quickly convicts theater shooter James Holmes of murder
Jury finds Colorado theater shooter James Holmes guilty
GOP bill would undermine auto, rail safety regulations
GOP bill would undermine auto, rail safety regulations
Boil-water advisory lifted for some Brookfield residents
Boil-water advisory lifted for some Brookfield residents
UPDATE | Gunman ID'd after 4 Marines killed in military attacks
UPDATE | Gunman ID'd after 4 Marines killed in military attacks
DNA testing yields another rape conviction in northeast Ohio
DNA testing yields another rape conviction in northeast Ohio
Patrol investigating how Ohio inmate got prison passwords
Patrol investigating how Ohio inmate got prison passwords
Governor signs Youngstown plan and dissolves academic commission
Governor signs Youngstown plan and dissolves academic commission
State effort nabs Boardman man on a felony charge of importuning
State effort nabs Boardman man on a felony charge of importuning
UPDATE | Some 2014-15 Cruzes recalled due to steering problem
Some 2014-15 Cruzes recalled due to steering problem
Boy who wandered off may face charges after search
Boy who wandered off may face charges after search
Mill Creek Park lakes could be closed for remainder of summer
Mill Creek Park lakes could be closed for remainder of summer
Commissioner wants Lake Newport declared state and fed disaster
Commissioner wants Lake Newport declared state and fed disaster
Officials meet to discuss lake testing protocols at Mill Creek Park
Officials meet to discuss lake testing protocols at Mill Creek Park
Ohio attorney general orders probe of Planned Parenthood
Ohio attorney general orders probe of Planned Parenthood
Jury deliberates for 2nd day in Colorado theater shooting
Jury deliberates for 2nd day in Colorado theater shooting
Elder Bush in fair condition after breaking bone in neck
Elder Bush in fair condition after breaking bone in neck
County closes North Raccoon Road between U.S. routes 224 and 62 for about two weeks
County closes North Raccoon Road between U.S. routes 224 and 62 for about two weeks
O'Neill-Runser engagement is announced
BALTIMORE Brooke O’Neill is announcing her engagement and upcoming wedding to Seth Runser. The
Miss Whitten, Mr. Ziemianski plan wedding
AUSTINTOWN Charles and Holly Stephens of Austintown announce the upcoming marriage of their
Katie Yazvac, Kirk Johnson to marry Aug. 2
BOARDMAN Tom and Diane Yazvac of Boardman, parents of Katie Yazvac of Grand Rapids, Mich., are
Jeanine Awad, Charles Spirtos set Sept. nuptials
CANFIELD Dr. Mounir and Mrs. Linda Awad of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their
Motorcycle ride will fund service dogs for veterans
A charity motorcycle ride supports Wags 4 Warriors, which supplies service dogs for veterans.
Warren man charged by feds for defrauding banks on gas station sales
Warren man charged by feds for defrauding banks on gas station sales
Shamrock Scramble set for Aug. 2
Shamrock Scramble set for Aug. 2 SHARON, PA. The 12th Annual Shamrock Scramble fundraiser is set
Def Leppard Concert Review
If Wednesday night’s Def Leppard concert at Covelli Centre was a celebration, then Vivian Campbell was having the best time out of everybody at the party.
Governor to sign Youngstown Plan today
The Youngstown Plan would allow appointment of a CEO to manage and operate the school district
Youngstown’s Covelli Centre lost $85,803 between April and June
But the center’s operating surplus for the first six months of 2015 is $175,544
Railroad club happy to expand its reach to wider audience at Trumbull County Fair
Andrew Fitch of Austintown remembers how excited he got when he was a boy growing up in Salem and hearing a train coming down the tracks
Plenty at stake in final qualifier
The sixth and final qualifier of this year's Greatest Golfer of the Valley junior series is today at Trumbull Country Club.
Cortland dust-up: ‘Adam and Steve’ message in front of church leads to hundreds of comments on Facebook
The pastor of First Church of God says he didn’t imagine that the message would cause the kind of stir that it did.
WRESTLING SHOW AT EASTWOOD FIELD A magic year for Kevin Nash
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Kevin Nash has been a professional wrestler for decades,
Comics creators in show at Packard
Staff report WARREN All American Cards and Comics will host its sixth annual All AmeriCon comic
Slayer avoids comfort zone
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com When you’re the drummer of legendary thrash band Slayer,
Revive festival returns in new location
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Revive Music and Arts Festival will return for
Commission chairman: Time for Niles to consider layoffs
The city continues having difficulty finding enough money to issue tax refunds
Sewer upgrade would take at least 7 years, mayor says
There aren’t a lot of options to obtaining state and federal funds, he says
Trumbull engineer says this winter’s salt prices are a big drop
The county will pay $55.97 a ton for salt this year, down from the $105 it paid last year.
Rivers named to FCS defensive POY watch list
Rivers named to FCS defensive POY watch list Less than a week after being named a preseason All-
Woman pleads guilty to felonious assault in HIV case
Prosecutors recommending sentence of four to six years
Trade talks, playoff races heating up
Sure is shaping up as a fun scramble in the second half of the season.
Lowellville Mount Carmel Italian festival celebrates its 120th anniversary
The festival begins tonight at 6 p.m. on Washington Street.
Scrappers lose despite presence of rehabbing Tribe pitchers
Not even Josh Tomlin and Nick Hagadone were enough to cure the Scrappers of their season-long home ailments.
birthdays
birthdays Singer William Bell is 76. Actor-singer Ruben Blades is 67. Drummer Stewart Copeland of
Ex-fugitive released from prison hospital
Ex-fugitive released from prison hospital ALBANY, N.Y. Former fugitive David Sweat was released
Creekside, Baird Brothers teams playing in Knoxville
The NABF Junior World Series for players 16-and-under is set to take place today-Sunday.
Tom Watson gears up for his last British Open
Tom Watson is filled with all sorts of conflicting emotions.
Hubbard road closed for bridge repairs
Hubbard road closed for bridge repairs HUBBARD Elmwood Drive between state Route 305 and
Trump campaign sets his personal fortune at $10B
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump filed financial
DOUBLEDAYS 11 Scrappers3
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Scientists awestruck by photos of Pluto and its big moon Charon
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. Mankind’s first close-up look at Pluto did not disappoint
Man sentenced
Man sentenced WARREN Tedy Mendez II, 24, of Laird Avenue Southeast and Western Reserve Place in
Obama challenges the critics of landmark Iran nuclear deal
Associated Press WASHINGTON Vigorously challenging his critics, President Barack Obama launched
Youngstown planning commission to have a public hearing Tuesday on licensing downtown parking
Council gave authority to a tax abatement to Youngstown Business Incubator
Astro sweeps Roth for 2-0 series edge
Strong pitching performances Wednesday helped the Astro Falcons build a commanding 2-0 series lead over Roth Bros.
Rivera’s son adjusting to pro ball
Two years after Mariano Rivera pitched his final game in the Major Leagues, Mariano Rivera III is looking to carve his own path in professional baseball.
Valley housing market appears strong
Pending sales up across the Valley, and closed sales up in Trumbull and Mahoning.
oddly enough
oddly enough ‘I just like pigs’: Cops say nude man found drinking in barn MILLERSVILLE, Pa.
Treating orange rust
Q. What is this orange stuff on my blackberry plant’s leaves? How do I treat it? John from Berlin
Color for a shady spot in your flower garden The astilbe
By MARILYN MCKINNEY OSU Master Gardener Volunteer CANFIELD I can think of no perennial flower
greatest junior qualifier
greatest junior qualifier vToday at Trumbull Country Club, Warren. First group tees off at noon.
Port authority approves contract paying executive director $110,000 annually
The Western Reserve Port Authority has approved a three-year contract that pays Executive Director John Moliterno $110,000 per year.
Farris completes VacQua projects
Farris completes VacQua projects YOUNGSTOWN Farris Marketing recently completed marketing
Warren designation among eight cleanup projects funded with U.S. grant
One of the final projects being carried out with the money from a $600,000 U.S. EPA grant
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Springfield Township trustees, special meeting regarding fire business, noon,
theater shooting Jury ends 1st day of talks with no verdict
Associated Press CENTENNIAL, Colo. The jury in the trial of Colorado theater shooter James
NABF Senior Regional set to start today at Bob Cene Park
The NABF Senior Regional begins today with two local entries, Creekside Fitness and Ohio Glaciers part a 14-team field at Bob Cene Park.
Birding the Sanctuary
Birding the Sanctuary When: Saturday, 8 to 9:30 a.m. What: Jeff Harvey of Wild Birds Unlimited
inside on B4
inside on B4 The NABF Junior World Series for players 16-and-under is set to begin today in
Raise your mower height
Raise your mower height Go to at least 3 inches. You’ll reduce the amount of time your lawn will
‘A Pirate’s Life for Me’ at Dublin Grange
‘A Pirate’s Life for Me’ at Dublin Grange Dublin Grange Theatre Co., 6571 Fairground Blvd.,
PNC reports successful second quarter
PNC on Wednesday reported second quarter 2015 net income of $1 billion, or $1.88 earnings per diluted common share.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Proof,SDRq directed by Mary Ruth Lynn, Selah Dinner Theater, 130 S. Bridge
The Internet is cause for concern
Opinion: By Cathy Young Newsday The recent scandal around British biologist and Nobel laureate Tim Hunt,
Theater community to gather to remember Bentley Lenhoff
Every now and then, the Valley’s entertainment scene is forced to pause and remember one of its own.
F.Y.I.
Ghost Walk seeks writers for stories WARREN The Fine Arts Council of Trumbull County is having a
With rain, expect effects on gardening efforts
By BILL SNYDER Mahoning Master Gardener Volunteer With all the rain we have endured in the last
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.
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CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
“Geeks Who Drink” (11 p.m. Syfy): The popular nationwide bar trivia events become a TV
“Geeks Who Drink” (11 p.m. Syfy): The popular nationwide bar trivia events become a TV game show.
Civil War is not over
Opinion: In the wake of the recent murders in a South Carolina church, the killer’s hope of igniting a race
Arc of justice bends like rainbow
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Until 2010, CBS television’s daytime lineup included “As the World
Selected local stocks
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NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Ant-Man (PG-13) Regal Austintown: Fri.-Wed. (11:30, 2:15) 5, 7:55; Mon.-Wed.
Primocanes vs. floricanes
Primocanes vs. floricanes Once you pick your raspberries and blackberries, prune out the canes
Government has a duty to protect US companies
Editorial: Steel workers in the Mahoning and Shenango valleys have long been losing jobs because other
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Paperback edition of ‘The Prophet’ coming NEW YORK It took only 92 years for the
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Thursday, July 16, the 197th day of 2015. There are 168 days left in the year.
Wednesday, July 15 (89 stories)
Lawyers in fired Ohio State band director suit reined in
Lawyers in fired Ohio State band director suit reined in
Maplewood schools boy missing after run in Greene Township
Maplewood schools boy missing after run in Greene Township
Obama defends Iran deal as only option to avert arms race
Obama defends Iran deal as only option to avert arms race
Yet another case of stuff stolen out of an unlocked car
Yet another case of stuff stolen out of an unlocked car
Valley's FXFL team will be 'Brawlers'
The Brawlers' first home game will be Oct. 3 against Hudson Valley.
Police have suspects in string of Walmart cart thefts
Police have suspects in string of Walmart cart thefts
Northside introduces new minimally invasive surgical systems
Northside introduces new minimally invasive surgical systems
Two Youngstown firefighters hurt while battling arson
Two Youngstown firefighters hurt while battling arson
St. E's receives award for stroke patients' care
St. Elizabeth's receives honor for its commitment and success in treating stroke patients.
Ursulines get grants to fund health-care wing renovation
Grants will help Ursuline nuns refurbish a wing at its Motherhouse to take care of aging sisters.
Bites and Bits will be at Tyler Center
Bites and Bits will be at Tyler Center YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning Valley Historical Society will
Youngstown is considering licensing downtown public parking lots and garages
The city would charge $1 a parking space annually under the plan
APAS contract approved by YSU trustees
YSU trustees approved a contract with APAS that offers no cost of living increases
Attorneys for Danny Lee Hill say special prosecutor should handle question of new trial
Attorneys for convicted murderer Danny Lee Hill say the Trumbull County prosecutor’s office should be replaced with a special prosecutor as Hill’s attorneys ask a visiting judge to grant Hill a new trial.
Many get wrong tax bills
Mahoning County real estate owners who got the wrong tax bills will get correct ones in a few days.
Harper Lee fans worldwide purchase new book
By HILLEL ITALIE AP National Writer NEW YORK Shortly after sunrise Tuesday, the doors opened
HarperCollins releases ‘Mockingbird’ sequel ONE for the BOOKS
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com In the Youngstown area, demand was brisk Tuesday for Harper
Lake Newport became a cesspool
The city measured E. coli levels many times the Ohio EPA safety threshold.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 25.64 .10 Avalon
Rose comes out of limbo for one night
Pete Rose came home for the All-Star Game and made a rare on-field appearance in the place where he’s still treated like a king.
Trout sparks AL to another All-Star Game win
Mike Trout flashed the skill that puts him at the front of baseball’s new generation.
Professional golf This week’s tournaments
ROYAL & ANCIENT GOLF CLUB OF ST. ANDREWS BRITISH OPEN Site: St. Andrews, Scotland. Schedule:
Valley may be ahead of game when it comes to safety
Local teams have no issue with new rules about contact drills.
At least football has no rainouts
Vacations never seem to come with enough staying power. Not like the rain, which has made the
Dahlberg: Spieth no Tiger, but that’s OK
Jordan Spieth is no Tiger Woods. Doesn’t try to be, though they do share the same habit of talking angrily to themselves during a round.
Fresh summer whites
Fresh summer whites Looking for some refreshing wines to cool off your summer evenings? Drinks
Muscarella's: Old World and Modern in one
Muscarella's serves dishes handed down for generations as well as new creations.
major league baseball news & notes
Schedule semantics: Cutting the length of Major League Baseball’s regular-season schedule could be
oddly enough
oddly enough Tower of filthy snow in Boston finally melts away BOSTON The last of Boston’s
Tribe’s Tomlin to make rehab start tonight
Tribe’s Tomlin to make rehab start tonight niles Cleveland Indians RHP Josh Tomlin will make a
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
british open notebook
Eye on the Cup: Jordan Spieth drew some attention during his Masters victory for the way he hit some
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Woodworth Church of the Brethren, 30 E. Western Reserve Road, at the corner of Market
Austintown officials hope to have answer for Wyndclift Circle neighborhood in a few days
Wyndclift Circle is on the western part of Austintown
Burgerguyz gift-card giveaway
Burgerguyz gift-card giveaway What year did the Burgerguyz begin their search for the Valley’s
Mexico: Drug lord’s escape tunnel was deep, ‘high-tech’
Associated Press ALMOLOYA, Mexico The kind of tunnel that led Mexico’s most powerful drug lord
Man with three pending felonies now faces fourth
Out on bail for burglary, indicted Thursday for robbery
Cover band Guys Without Ties rocks old and new tunes.
The cover band will play at Boardman Park Thursday evening
theater shooting Lawyers make final appeals to jurors in Colorado
Associated Press CENTENNIAL, Colo. James Holmes was legally sane when he entered a packed movie
Deputies shoot, kill Southington man who was firing gun
Man was shot and killed by deputies when they responded to a 911 call indicating he had fired his gun at aneighbor
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Miss USA sees lowest ratings ever amid Trump controversy NEW YORK Donald Trump
birthdays
birthdays Actor Ken Kercheval (“Dallas”) is 80. Actor Patrick Wayne is 76. Actor Jan-Michael
2 die in Ky. flooding
2 die in Ky. flooding FLAT GAP, Ky. Floodwaters in Kentucky have killed one man and one woman,
Man, 26, injured in gunfire in Warren
Man, 26, injured in gunfire in Warren WARREN Several gunshots were reported at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Wednesday, July 15, the 196th day of 2015. There are 169 days left in the year.
Mill Creek MetroParks working with U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan's office on sewage issue
Congressman's office looking into federal funding options
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Niles school board, 6 p.m., Niles Intermediate School, 120 E. Margaret St.
Iranians welcome nuclear deal, hope for better economy
Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran Drivers honked their horns, and dozens of Iranians cheered in a
Iran nuke deal: Fine ‘new chapter’ or ‘historic mistake’?
By GEORGE JAHN and MATTHEW LEE Associated Press VIENNA Iran, the United States and other
Man gets 15 years for sex offenses
Man gets 15 years for sex offenses WARREN David I. Griffin, 47, of North Mecca Street, Cortland,
Spacecraft achieves flyby of Pluto, then calls home
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft got humanity’s first up-
“Go Set a Watchman,” Harper Lee’s sequel to “To Kill a Mockingbird,”
“Go Set a Watchman,” Harper Lee’s sequel to “To Kill a Mockingbird,” was released Tuesday to brisk
Brown, Ryan pleased with trade commission’s ruling
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown and U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan were both pleased to see the ITC’s ruling
NHTSA investigates another airbag problem
U.S. safety regulators are investigating inflators made by ARC Automotive Inc. that went into about 420,000 older Fiat Chrysler Town and Country minivans and another 70,000 Kia Optima midsize sedans.
Council mulls YBI tax abatement
Council mulls YBI tax abatement YOUNGSTOWN City council today will consider giving the board of
GEORGE WILL: Texas, US high court justices battle it out, and John Roberts gets trounced
Opinion: Today’s most interesting debate about governance concerns a 110-year-old Supreme Court decision. Two
GM to spend $1.4B on Texas plant upgrades
Associated Press General Motors plans to spend $1.4 billion to expand and improve its SUV factory
Cosby’s moralism did him in
Opinion: That Bill Cosby will be forever known as a serial abuser of women wasn’t determined by the findings
Class-action lawsuit accuses Wal-Mart of denying benefits for same-sex spouses
Associated Press BOSTON A Massachusetts woman filed a class-action lawsuit Tuesday accusing
US should view Mexican drug boss as a terrorist
Editorial: If terrorism is defined by the death toll of the innocents, Mexican drug kingpin Joaquin “El Chapo”
Revolt over austerity deal reaches Cabinet
Associated Press ATHENS, Greece Greece’s left-wing government launched a frantic 24-hour effort
Schumer brings fresh voice to Hollywood
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK A recurring feeling has accompanied Amy Schumer’s rapid
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Corey R. Rauschenbach, 25, of 463 S. Briarcliff
Tuesday, July 14 (100 stories)
Cheaper gas helps consumers, hurts industry workforce in Valley
Cheaper gas helps consumers, hurts industry workforce in Valley
Warren police investigating shooting that injured a man late this afternoon
Warren police investigating shooting that injured a man today
Hubbard police investigating who threw rocks on city street
Hubbard police investigating who threw rocks on city street
US Rep. Ryan looks into fed funding to help city sewage problem
US Rep. Ryan looks into fed funding to help city sewage problem
Guys Without Ties performs free concert Thursday in Boardman Park
Guys Without Ties performs free concert Thursday in Boardman Park
The 120th Mount Carmel Festival in Lowellville begins Wednesday
Mount Carmel Festival in Lowellville begins Wednesday
Free nutrition program for cancer survivors is Wednesday night
Free nutrition program for cancer survivors is Wednesday night
Annual Soap Box Derby events to begin next week in Akron
Annual Soap Box Derby events to begin next week in Akron
Man tries to set himself on fire at northeast Ohio VA clinic
Man tries to set himself on fire at northeast Ohio VA clinic
MILL CREEK LAKES CLOSED Day 18 | Complete Vindy story chronology here
For complete Vindicator coverage and opinion on the Mill Creek sewage overflow story...
YSU OKs three-year pact with the Association of Professional and Administrative Staff
YSU OKs three-year pact with the Association of Professional and Administrative Staff
General Motors will spend $1.4B on SUV plant upgrades
General Motors will spend $1.4B on SUV plant upgrades
Coroner: Ohio woman killed by dog suffered multiple injuries
Coroner: Ohio woman killed by dog suffered multiple injuries
Some Brookfield residents under a boil-water advisory until further notice
Some Brookfield residents under boil-water advisory until further notice
Fear of concussions spur new rules for Ohio high school football
Fear of concussions spur new rules for Ohio high school football
URGENT | Trumbull deputies shoot and kill Southington man
URGENT | Trumbull deputies shoot and kill Southington man
Ohio University donor faces protest over race-related email
Ohio University donor faces protest over race-related email
Closing arguments to begin in Colorado theater shooting case
Closing arguments to begin in Colorado theater shooting case
Youngstown man pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter charges
Youngstown man pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter charges
UPDATE | Power outage affects JCPenney and Firestone locations in Boardman
Power outage affects JCPenney and Firestone locations in Boardman
Austintown officials hope to have answer for Wyndclift Circle neighborhood
Austintown officials hope to have answer for Wyndclift Circle neighborhood
Some Mahoning County real estate owners get incorrect tax bills
Some Mahoning County real estate owners get incorrect tax bills
Second company probed for air bag inflator malfunctions
Second company probed for air bag inflator malfunctions
Pluto close-up: Spacecraft makes flyby of icy, mystery world
Pluto close-up: Spacecraft makes flyby of icy, mystery world
Iran nuclear deal: Fine ’new chapter’ or ’historic mistake’?
Iran nuclear deal: Fine ’new chapter’ or ’historic mistake’?
Liberty police probe burglary, breaking and entering
Liberty police probe burglary, breaking and entering
Meganne Corlew, Jonathan Jarvis will marry Aug. 1
AUSTINTOWN Raymond Corlew of Austintown announces the upcoming wedding of his daughter, Meganne
Boardman police charge man with burglary, child endangering
Boardman police charge man with burglary, child endangering
Kayti Benedict, Jonathan Miller to marry in Oct.
PASADENA, TEXAS Kayti Benedict and Jonathan Miller, both of Pasadena, Texas, are announcing their
Wedding date set for Miss Tomko, Mr. Heckathorn
GIRARD Philip and Debra Tomko of Girard are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Kayla
Lauren Whetzel | Shane Siburkis
MARCO ISLAND, FLA. Lauren Whetzel and Shane Siburkis, both of Philadelphia, were united in
Bobbie Dunn | Gerald Bensinger
COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO. Bobbie Ann Dunn of Girard and Gerald A. Bensinger of Hubbard were married
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1956 will meet for brunch at 11 a.m. Thursday at Bedford
Kiwanis club to host antique, craft show
Kiwanis club to host antique, craft show SALEM Salem Kiwanis Club will host its 51st annual
Patton, Elie still proud to be part of Youngstown Pride
Twenty-five years after winning second WBL title, Patton, players still feel proud By Steve Wilaj