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OVI checkpoints, saturation patrols in Mahoning County tonight
The Mahoning County OVI Task Force, in conjunction with the Ohio State Highway Patrol, is conducting two OVI checkpoints in Austintown tonight.
Egypt's government resigns today amid criticism
Egypt's government resigned today in the face of intense criticism from state-friendly media that reflects growing discontent but stops short of faulting President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi, the former general who led the overthrow of an Islamist president two years ago.
Parents who lost kids, ex-addicts tell stories of loss, recovery at Walk Against Heroin
Heroin was the short-term solution to all Anthony Dailey’s problems for the past eight years.
Landslide victory for anti-war campaigner in Britain, significant changes expected
A veteran anti-war campaigner known for his unapologetically socialist views has won a landslide victory to lead Britain's opposition Labour Party - an outcome that delighted supporters and dismayed others who never imagined he could be elected.
Germany welcomes 10K more migrants, with broad citizen support
Embracing its role as a defender of those in need, Germany welcomed at least 10,000 more asylum seekers into the country Saturday.
Miss Reeves, Mr. Krejci to wed mid-September
EAST PALESTINE Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Reeves of East Palestine are announcing the engagement of
Miss Welsh, Mr. Sheid plan autumn rite
Milwaukee Oct. 10 has been chosen for the wedding of Lisa Marie Welsh and Christopher Sheid, both
Rach-McManus nuptials set for Oct. 10
Plans for the forthcoming wedding of Katie Lynn Rach and Steven David McManus, both of Parma, are
Miss Griffis, Mr. Yoho plan Oct. 3 wedding
POLAND Amanda Ellen Griffis and Donald Lee Yoho III, both of New Springfield, are engaged, her
Smeyres-Haag engagement is announced
Announcing their engagement are Erika Smeyres of New Middletown and Austin Haag of North Lima. The
Ferguson-Brown, Pavone vows set for Oct. 10
Hubbard Announcement is being made by Donna and Larry Pavone of Hubbard of the engagement of their
Dinner will support Drop in the Bucket
Dinner will support Drop in the Bucket GIRARD Girard Eagles Aerie 2172, 26 W. Wilson Ave., is
Ohio AG’s office lists additional evidence to be used in Sciortino trial
The former Mahoning County auditor faces 25 felonies for alleged illegal use of county-owned computers for political purposes
Many happy returns help Fitch beat Louisville
Defensive backs Carlos Herriott and J.C. Mikovich and linebacker Damien Gray each returned Jacob Adams passes for touchdowns.
Bowden, Murry help Raiders outlast Tigers
Lynn Bowden rushed for three touchdowns, threw for another and returned a kickoff 90 yards for a touchdown.
Citations from Youngstown speed cameras drop; drivers getting message, authorities say
The radar guns could be used in neighborhoods in the future
Coroner, BCI investigate Struthers inmate suicide after disorderly conduct arrest
Police release incident report for Struthers disorderly conduct arrest.
Morrow’s late TDs propel South Range
Seth Morrow’s late heroics helped South Range put away Western Reserve on the road Friday night.
Northside nurses ratify new pact
Northside Medical Center’s registered nurses ratified a new three-year contract with Community Health Systems Inc. in voting Friday.
Pelini to fans: Let’s fill the seats
The Youngstown State coach wants the community to rally around his team.
Gennaro, Naples get probation for illegal waste disposal
Two men got four year’s probation and were heavily fined for illegal drilling fluid disposal, but they weren’t jailed.
Niles defense gets it done in win
After seeing his team give up 91 points in its first two games, Niles McKinley High coach Brian Shaner was looking for a “turn the corner” moment from his defense.
East tops Liberty for first win
Leon Bell and Larry Reed scored rushing touchdowns as East (1-2) went home happy following its 14-0 win over Liberty (0-3).
College drops Cosby’s name
Associated Press WILBERFORCE, Ohio A historically black college in southwest Ohio says it is
CMT Johnny Cash documentary The fall and rise
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK If only every iconic musician could have a final
Trump buys out NBC’s half of Miss Universe
Associated Press NEW YORK Donald Trump spokesman Michael Cohen confirmed the Republican
Trumbull charges accused drug dealer with death of alleged customer
For the third time in recent years, Trumbull County investigators have put together a criminal case charging a purported drug dealer with involuntary manslaughter.
Butler Institute of American Art Glo-Pods exhibit opens
Los Angeles-based artist Gisela Colon’s Glo-Pods exhibition opens Sunday at the Butler Institute of American Art, and runs through Dec. 31.
MORE PREP FOOTBALL GAMES
Boardman 20, Massillon Jackson 10 MASSILLON Mario Graziani carried 32 times for 125 yards and a
Mill Creek Park aids migrating monarchs
Park system is part of statewide effort to improve migratory routes
SPORTS DIGEST || Colts waive RB Herron with injury designation
Colts waive RB Herron with injury designation INDIANAPOLIS The Indianapolis Colts waived running
Trevena to earn $90K as port authority economic development director
Anthony Trevena, the newly hired economic development director for the Western Reserve Port Authority, has enjoyed his first few days back in Youngstown
Kasich urged Ohio communities to honor first responders
The governor participated in a 911 observance in Westerville that focused on overcoming adversity and helping neighbors.
Rainbow Warriors huge underdogs vs. Buckeyes
Hawaii coach Norm Chow isn’t having his team make a 9,020-mile round trip just to be a pushover for Ohio State.
'We cannot forget'
Shane Cleckner, 5, of Austintown holds an American flag at the 9/11 ceremony he attended Friday morning with his family at 9/11 Memorial Park in Austintown.
Oil, gas taxes up in the air
Opinion: COLUMBUS Will state lawmakers be in a position in a few weeks to recommend an increase in taxes on
Pope to address Congress
Under Catholic dogma, the pope is infallible. But that’s not stopping some U.S. lawmakers from suggesting a few talking points to Pope Francis for his historic Sept. 24 address to a joint meeting of Congress.
Mourning doves are truly renewable
According to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service’s 2015 Population Status Report, mourning doves are
65th anniversary
65th anniversary YOUNGSTOWN The male chorus of Mount Zion Baptist Church, 827 Wilson Ave., will
EPA air-quality rules
EPA air-quality rules YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber on Friday joined state
Automakers commit to put automatic brakes in all new cars
Associated Press WASHINGTON Ten automakers have committed to the government and a private safety
Congress should end the partisan bid to stonewall Iran nuclear agreement
Editorial: Two months ago when we urged Congress to rise to the occasion of statesmanship in debating the
Disgraced lawmakers, out of office, face criminal probe
Associated Press LANSING, Mich. Two disgraced tea-party Republicans are gone from Michigan’s
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Chris Brown granted joint custody of daughter in Texas HOUSTON A judge has granted
College students have too much privacy under federal legislation
Opinion: By Michele Willens Los Angeles Times A few years ago, an acquaintance received a stunning phone
METRO DIGEST || Street closings for Walk Against Heroin
A Walk Against Heroin, sponsored by the March of Dimes, will affect streets in Youngstown through 6 p.m. today.
Oil supply expected to drop sharply, prices to hold steady
Associated Press PARIS Oil supply from the United States, Russia and other countries outside
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Saturday, Sept. 12, the 255th day of 2015. There are 110 days left in the year.
birthdays
birthdays Actor Ian Holm (“Lord of the Rings,” “Chariots of Fire”) is 84. Actress Linda Gray is
First Christian Church plans Agape prayer
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com GIRARD Agape, which comes from Greek, means love,
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.65.02 Aqua America, .71
After wobble, US stocks finish with slight gains
Associated Press NEW YORK Major stock indexes shook off an early stumble to finish with slight
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Cats,” 7:30 p.m.: Felines romp and prowl ($15) at the Youngstown
CWU meeting
CWU meeting youngstown Church Women United Units conduct area meetings in the fall to train
Rick Perry exits ’16 GOP race
Associated Press ST. LOUIS Out of money and relegated once again to the back-of-the-pack debate,
Car show to raise money for Struthers cops to go shopping with kids
The third annual Shop with a Cop car show fundraiser will take place Sunday at Fifth Street Plaza.
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Tyler J. Stillion, 31, of 13768 S. Main St., Beloit
Arizona police question man in Phoenix freeway shootings
Associated Press PHOENIX Police swarmed a convenience store near Interstate 10, detained a man
Crane topples on Mecca mosque, killing at least 107
Associated Press RIYADH, Saudi Arabia A towering construction crane toppled over Friday during
METRO DIGEST || Police dog celebratoin today
Police dog celebration EAST PALESTINE Dogs on the Run, 15 S. Market St., will celebrate East
Niles man convicted of killing man and wounding friend in 2014
Michael B. Settle 27, has been found guilty of killing James Levels and wounding Lisa Prater in 2014.
9/11 victims’ kin mark anniversary
Associated Press NEW YORK During years of going to ground zero every Sept. 11, Tom Acquaviva has
4 countries reject EU refugee quotas
4 countries reject EU refugee quotas VIENNA At least four countries Friday firmly rejected a
Cleveland black leader Forbes backs legal pot
Associated Press CLEVELAND A proposal to legalize marijuana in Ohio has won the support of one
Wean to receive Ohio Philanthropy Award
Gordon Wean, chairman of the Raymond John Wean Foundation and board member of the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley, has been selected as this year’s recipient of the Ohio Philanthropy Award.
Serena stunned in semifinals
Associated Press NEW YORK For Serena Williams’ first 26 matches at major tournaments in 2015, no
Journeyman QB McCown grateful for new opportunity with Browns
At 36, McCown acts like the same little kid from Jacksonville, Texas, who first buckled his chin strap and got behind center nearly 30 years ago.
Prime time for fast action
This weekend ushers in a season when flashy baits start taking center stage as the fall feeding
More High School sports at a glance
VOLLEYBALL United 25-25-23-25 Lisbon 17-15-25-21 HANOVERTON Shelby Mix led the Eagles (5-4)
Devils dominate line play vs. GV
McDonald didn’t have the luxury of time to lament a Week 2 loss to Springfield — its first regular-season loss since 2013.
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