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Tamarkin severance package approved; 40 will retain jobs
The Tamarkin union members overwhelmingly voted in favor of Giant Eagle’s severance package Wednesday.
Valley lawmakers propose panel to judge closing of local developmental centers
A new state commission would review facilities closures proposed by the governor, under legislation being considered in the Ohio Senate and House.
Youngstown council, mayor in heated debate over racial bias in grass-cutting
Members of city council and the mayor engaged today in a sometimes heated debate — which included concerns about race and preferential treatment given to certain parts of town — over a contract to have an agency oversee a grass-cutting and property cleanup program.
Mahoning River comeback: fish get OK from ODNR
As the spring fishing season approaches, anglers who eat the fish they catch in the Mahoning River will have reduced health risks to worry about, according to the state’s environmental quality watchdogs.
Long-planned I-80, SR 164 bridge widenings set to start this year
Two construction projects that have been waiting years for funding will start this year in Mahoning and Trumbull counties.
Mahoning commissioners set to start courthouse renovation; hire attorney for judge
The historic Mahoning County Courthouse remains on track for its major face lift.
Kinsman man sentenced for falsifying miltary records for free license plates
Keith D. Chandler, 35, of Kinsman Township, was sentenced to 90 days in the Trumbull County jail Wednesday with work-release privileges for falsifying documents so he could obtain Purple Heart license plates.
Torah Studies for Christians program falls on common holy days this year
For Christians and Jews, 2015 is one of those years that Passover, which begins at sundown April 3, and Good Friday, the most solemn day in Christianity, coincide. Both highlight important events in the faiths.
Charity gets 6 years after Alford plea
Although a prosecutor said Wednesday a witness puts Earl Charity at the scene of a 2009 murder, the rest of his statements don’t match up to the physical evidence in the case.
Fiscal officer: Poland Twp. in good financial shape
The township’s final 2015 budget features spending cuts paired with a slight increase in revenue from last year.
Port authority approves funds to help YARS in Vienna
Port authority approves funds to help YARS in Vienna
Former port authority executive director dies at 60
Former port authority executive director dies at 60
Officials say fuel drainage into nearby stream in Austintown not a problem
Officials say fuel drainage into nearby stream in Austintown not a problem
Car-seat inspection set for Saturday in Warren
Car-seat inspection program set for Saturday in Warren
Eastern Ohio Dem officials endorse Strickland for US Senate
Eastern Ohio Dem officials endorse Strickland for US Senate
UPDATE | Power restored on South Side after accident
UPDATE | Power restored on South Side after accident
Crash snags traffic at Route 46 and I-80 in Austintown
Crash snags traffic at Route 46 and I-80 in Austintown
Jackson-Milton school board changes time of Thursday meeting
Jackson-Milton school board changes time of Thursday meeting
Mahoning commissioners approve next step for e-filing
Mahoning commissioners approve next step for e-filing
Michael Bloomberg and Bill Gates launch anti-tobacco legal fund
Michael Bloomberg, Bill Gates launch anti-tobacco legal fund
Pa. Gov. Wolf expects $3B a year by cutting sales tax exemptions
Pa. Gov. Wolf expects $3B a year by cutting sales tax exemptions
OE still working to restore power for some South Side customers
OE still working to restore power to some South Side customers
Judge rejects argument that Cleveland officer’s attorney has conflict
Judge rejects argument that Cleveland officer’s attorney has conflict
2 arrested on drug charges after traffic stop on East Side
2 arrested on drug charges after traffic stop on East Side
Commissioners award courthouse restoration contract
Commissioners award courthouse restoration contract
Four arrested for aggravated robbery with a deadly weapon
Four arrested for aggravated robbery with a deadly weapon
Charity sentenced to six years in prison for 2009 homicide
Charity sentenced to six years in prison for 2009 homicide
UPDATE | At least 11 dead in terrorist attack on Tunisian museum
At least 8 dead in terrorist attack on Tunisian museum
Robotics teams from seven Mahoning Valley high schools to compete
Robotics teams from seven Mahoning Valley high schools to compete
Schiavoni bill would create review process for facility closures
Schiavoni bill would create oversight for facility closures
Aquinas holds off Usher, Warren JFK
The Knights took control in the second half of a Division IV regional semifinal.
Hundreds attend vigil for Harding senior killed in car crash
As police continued this week to investigate what caused a rollover crash that killed Alyssa B. Wynn, 17, last Thursday, her little brother, Jonathan, expressed a simpler thought.
Comprehensive vision, action plan unveiled for downtown Youngstown
Youngstown Economic Action Group unveiled its downtown vision and implementation plan
Pelini keeps open mind as YSU spring practice begins
His brother, Carl, was officially hired as the team’s defensive line coach.
Poland excited about rematch with Akron SV-SM
Poland (23-2) and SV-SM (25-0) will meet again, this time in the regional semifinal at 6:15 p.m. Thursday.
For YSU women, WNIT carries bigger challenge but more prestige
The Penguins will play host to Duquesne in the first round on Thursday.
Attorney: South Range appointment in public 'just theater'
South Range stands by appointment after questions raised about board policy, Ohio Sunshine Laws
Sebring school board places treasurer on paid leave
Sebring’s schools treasurer is on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of an investigation
Phantoms Bantams team qualifies for nationals
The Youngstown Phantoms Bantams AA team has the road trip of a lifetime awaiting its young players.
Trumbull 40 & 8 to celebrate parent group's 95th anniversary
Forty & Eight represent the number of men or horses that fit in a railroad boxcar
Life after sitcom
If you go Who: Steve Byrne When: 8 p.m. Thursday; 7:30 and 10 p.m. Friday; 7 and 9:30 p.m.
Massive statue at Butler
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Butler Institute of American Art has acquired a monumental sculpture
Record reviews
Modest Mouse Album: “Strangers to Ourselves” Grade: A It’s been eight years since Modest
Packard will sell limited-view seats as warranted
Staff report WARREN The July 14 concert by Huey Lewis and the News at Packard Music Hall is sold
Mississippi rallies past BYU
Stefan Moody scored 26 points and led Mississippi’s comeback from a 17-point halftime deficit.
METRO DIGEST || Ruptures discussed
Ruptures discussed WARREN Trumbull County commissioners met with Marucci and Gaffney Excavating
Braceville man charged with hitting neighbor with ax handle
Garry J. Greathouse, 52, accused of hitting his neighbor with an ax handle during an argument at 3 p.m. Monday.
Youngstown finance chairwoman wants OT trimmed
City finance director says layoffs are not projected.
Tamarkin workers face severance vote
Giant Eagle's plan to close the Tamarkin grocery distribution center is bringing heartbreak for workers and their families. The decision was made after the last vote on a labor contract proposal was defeated by four votes.
A world-class zoo in Columbus
Opinion: Columbus Dispatch: Exhibiting animals to educate and entertain the public is something the Columbus
Bus to game
Bus to game beloit The West Branch Alumni Association will sponsor a community bus to the state
oddly enough
oddly enough Iowa woman: Stomach pains led to surprise birth in shower DES MOINES, Iowa A Des
Macerich rebuffs Simon bid
Associated Press SANTA MONICA, Calif. Mall operator Macerich has rejected a $16 billion hostile
BUSINESS DIGEST || Pure Barre to open
Pure Barre to open YOUNGSTOWN Pure Barre, a national barre franchise with headquarters in
Columbiana’s Mook earns Ohio honor
Columbiana’s Mook earns Ohio honor Columbiana High School basketball player Baylie Mook was voted
Hickory Grille offers cuisine in a casual yet classy atmosphere.
Step through the front doors of Hickory Bar and Grille and the first thing you notice is the proud, imposing head of a longhorn steer mounted above a crackling stone fireplace.
Milk packs a nutrient punch
Family Features Soy, rice, and almond milk. Are these non-dairy milks giving you the nutrients
Hampton secures date with Kentucky
Hampton coach Edward Joyner Jr. had joked he’d need a lot of help if his team advanced to play No. 1 Kentucky.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve a
Delta sorority will present its annual prayer breakfast
Walking in God's Favor will be the theme of the Delta's prayer breakfast.
Wonderful wines in Walla Walla
Wonderful wines in Walla Walla This Washington city with the funny name has gotten very serious
Bridget Hunt, Chuck Mohan to wed March 21
The parents of Bridget Hunt and Chuck Mohan, both of Newton Falls, are announcing their upcoming
Karen's Potato Soup
Karen’s Potato Soup Submitted by Karen Leonard Alcott This is my original recipe, adapted from
Savor Great American Meatout
Opinion: Savor Great American Meatout After a month of persis- tent and crippling snowstorms, I do look
Children’s Health Insurance merits speedy OK in Congress
Editorial: Now is the time for all good men and women to come to the aid of their country’s children.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 26.360.29 Avalon
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Angie Stulgis and the late Michael Riddell, girl, March
Birthdays
Birthdays Composer John Kander (“Chicago”) is 88. Country singer Charley Pride is 81. Actor Kevin
Chemical safety reform bill keys on public health issues
Opinion: By Ken Kimmell and Andrew A. ROSENBERG CQ-Roll Call “The perfect should not be the enemy of the
Families press legislators to keep developmental center open
Families press legislators to keep developmental center open
Netanyahu channeling Churchill
Opinion: When Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed a joint session of Congress on March 3, it
Surplus food
Surplus food New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St., Youngstown, food giveaway 9 to 10 a.m.
Syria claims to shoot down US recon aircraft
Associated Press DAMASCUS, Syria Syrian state media said the country’s air defenses shot down a
It’s all about the bacon
It’s all about the bacon This month’s survey shows that bacon is the top topping for a burger.
As Fed weighs rate increase, economy looking a bit weaker
Associated Press WASHINGTON Just as the Federal Reserve seems to be inching toward an interest-
Durst’s Houston home searched
Associated Press HOUSTON Authorities on Tuesday carried away two boxes after searching the
Utica drilling rigs in Ohio continue to decline, records show
Beacon Journal staff report The number of drilling rigs in Ohio’s Utica Shale region continues to
Nemtsov slaying may signal political upheaval in Russia
Opinion: By Paul Stronski Los Angeles Times Russian opposition leader Boris Nemtsov’s killing is not just
Facebook Messenger to allow users to send money to others
Associated Press NEW YORK Facebook’s Messenger app soon will let you send your friends money,
And the winner is?
Associated Press JERUSALEM Israel’s election has yielded a fractured parliament and no clear
Secret Service chief: Working to change culture
Associated Press WASHINGTON The new head of the Secret Service admitted to Congress on Tuesday
RACE 1 $10,900 - 3 yo’s & up, 6F, CLM $5,000
RACE 1 $10,900 - 3 yo’s & up, 6F, CLM $5,000 5 The Big Whammy (Lagunes, G.) $12.80 $10.40 $2.40
Post Time: 12:45 PM.
Post Time: 12:45 PM. RACE 1 $9,500, 3 yo’s & up, 5 1/2F, CLM $5,000 1 Salty Music (Gonzalez)
Iranians optimistic on nuke agreement
Associated Press LAUSANNE, Switzerland A senior Iranian official suggested Tuesday that Iran is
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Zachariah A. Dunkin, 29, of 3832 McCarty Drive,
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Brookfield Township Trustees, special meeting to approve budget 4:30 p.m.,
Pantry essentials
Family Features Every parent has been there. It’s Thursday afternoon and the kids are asking,
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