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Vindy.com for July 31, 2015
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Western Reserve Road bridge project is on schedule for August completion
Bridge set to reopen in "very late August," ODOT District 4 spokesman says
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
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
Finding something for everyone at the Farmer’s Market
The Austintown Township Park hosted the Austintown Farmer’s Market on June 29.
Stories published July 31, 2015
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
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
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