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Liberty police ID possible suspects in double homicide
Township Police Chief Richard Tisone said police have identified several suspects in connection with a man and woman found dead in a Frederick Street apartment.
Security expert offers tips on staying safe in church attacks
Barry Young asked those attending a workshop on church security planning and intruder awareness to “have a servant’s heart and warrior’s mindset.”
7th District rules for teachers union, against Kimble in Distress Commission case
Brenda Kimble, city school board president, has until Monday to appoint an appropriate teacher to the academic distress commission, the 7th District Appeals Court ruled.
Judge Adler expresses dissatisfaction with law governing ruling in pastor's killing of dog
Judge Jeffrey Adler of Girard Municipal Court has ordered Pastor David W. Murphy of Vienna to pay his neighbor, the owner of a black Labrador retriever named Tucker, $800 in damages for killing the dog.
Wildlife advocates question stocking of Lake Glacier after last year's fish kill
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife next week will conduct its annual restocking of Lake Glacier with rainbow trout.
Angels for Animals' biggest fundraiser to help animals opens April 22
From its humble beginnings in a chicken coop to today’s $3 million facility filled with volunteers and staff dedicated to rescuing abused, neglected and abandoned animals, Angels for Animals has always relied on the generosity of its donors.
Johnson refused attorney after found with more than $3K; McCullough found with drugs, cash, gun
Denzel Johnson told a municipal court magistrate Friday he has no job, owns no property or motor vehicles, has no checking or savings account, no cash on hand, and his mother takes care of him.
From strangers to brothers, 3 Valley teens reach Scouts' highest rank together
Three teenagers will stand before their peers, friends and family at their court-of-honor ceremony when they become Eagle Scouts, the highest rank attainable in the Boy Scouts of America, at St. Christine Church and Parish Hall Sunday evening.
Mineral Ridge hydrant flushing continues next week
Mineral Ridge hydrant flushing continues next week
Coroner: no evidence of foul play in Heidi Gill death
Coroner: no evidence of foul play in Heidi Gill death
US stocks rise as surge in oil prices lifts energy companies
US stocks rise as surge in oil prices lifts energy companies
Nielsen says 13.3 million see final 'American Idol'
Nielsen says 13.3 million see final 'American Idol'
Police: 3 adults killed in 3-car crash on I-75 in SW Ohio
Police: 3 adults killed in 3-car crash on I-75 in SW Ohio
Senate bill draft would prohibit unbreakable encryption
Senate bill draft would prohibit unbreakable encryption
Spieth still leads at Masters, even after double bogey
Spieth still leads at Masters, even after double bogey
New Ohio school barricade rules concern disability group
New Ohio school barricade rules concern disability group
Ex-Navy SEAL who says he killed bin Laden charged with DUI
Ex-Navy SEAL who says he killed bin Laden charged with DUI
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UPDATE | Homicide victims identified in Liberty Township
UPDATE | Homicide victims identified in Liberty Township
US rig count drops 7 this week to 443, another all-time low
US rig count drops 7 this week to 443, another all-time low
Catholics react to Pope Francis' document on family life
Catholics react to Pope Francis' document on family life
Youngstown school board president ordered to name classroom teacher to distress commission
Youngstown school board president ordered to name classroom teacher to distress commission
Ohio State wants fired band director's lawsuit thrown out
Ohio State wants fired band director's lawsuit thrown out
Poll: Many dislike Clinton, but more disdain Trump
Poll: Many dislike Clinton, but more disdain Trump
Mom, grandma charged in teen’s suspected drug death at Ohio hotel
Mom, grandma charged in teen’s suspected drug death at Ohio hotel
UPDATE | Official: Airman shot his commander at Texas base
Official: Airman shot his commander at Texas base
Former AMS girls basketball coach pleads guilty to child-porn charges
Former AMS girls basketball coach pleads guilty to child-porn charges
Trumbull coroner makes ruling in Warren Twp. shooting death
Trumbull coroner makes ruling in Warren Twp. shooting death
Inclement weather forces cancellation of Mahoning County OVI weekend checkpoints
Inclement weather forces cancellation of Mahoning County OVI weekend checkpoints
Several arrests made in relation to Brussels attacks
Several arrests made in relation to Brussels attacks
UPDATE | Murder-suicide probed at Texas Air Force base
Murder-suicide probed at Texas Aire Force base
Robinwood Elementary is nominee for National Blue Ribbon School Award
Robinwood Elementary is nominee for National Blue Ribbon School Award

Legendary KISS to play Covelli Aug. 26
KISS is known for its kabuki-esque face paint and demonic costumes, as well as its theatrical and pyrotechnics-laden stage show. The band has been fronted by Gene Simmons and guitarist Paul Stanley for about 40 years, both original members; and now also includes drummer Eric Singer and guitarist Tommy Thayer.
Military civil-rights leader resigns after threats over Bible removal at VA clinic
The embattled retired Army captain, who was deployed five times to the Middle East, resigned his post with MRFF, but says he'll remain an MRFF member.
Masters favorite Spieth off to a bogey-free start
Jordan Spieth finished strong for the first-round lead at Augusta.
Ex-Phantoms star finalist for NCAA honor
College hockey’s highest honor, the Hobey Baker Award, could soon have a Youngstown connection.
Warren man accused of having sex with dogs allowed bail
A Warren man charged with cruelty to animals after being accused of having sex with two boxer dogs has been granted the chance to leave the Trumbull County jail on $1,500 bond.
CEO expects Inspiring Minds to overcome arrest of Youngstown director
Deryck Toles, founder and CEO of Inspiring Minds, said Tim Frost, the suspended executive director of the organization’s Youngstown program, was doing ‘a great job’
Former Penguins pursuing NFL careers
Terrell Williams and Kenneth Durden are both chasing an NFL dream, but they’re doing it in slightly different ways.
Goodall earns starting role at Mount Union
The South Range graduate has emerged as one of the Purple Raiders’ top hitters.
Valley Center will change to an Eastern Gateway branch campus next year
Reorganization of EGCC leads to the elimination of five positions
Woman who settled tasing lawsuit with Warren PD dies at 47
Heidi Gill died Wednesday at St. Joseph Warren Hospital
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU baseball to host doubleheader
Due to unplayable conditions at Oakland, the Youngstown State baseball team will host the Golden Grizzlies in a doubleheader at Eastwood Field on Sunday at 1 p.m.
Parents of OD victim, man who gave her drug console each other after hearing
The families of Maurice Bryant and Megan Fitzgerald walked from the courtoom Thursday and immediately hugged each other and cried. The Bryant family’s son was headed to prison; the Fitzgerald family’s daughter had died from drugs he gave her.
Record Reviews
Ronnie Spector Album: “English Heart” Grade: B In 1964, Ronnie Spector toured Britain with the
HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP
High school TENNIS boys canfield 5, louisville 0 Singles — Tim Cianciola (C) def. Jacob
‘Star Wars’ trailer previews story of past rebels
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The dust has barely settled from “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,”
Union leader: Nurses will not be affected by Northside layoffs
A total of 68 full-time equivalent positions will be cut at Northside hospital.
Appeals court judges expediting Youngstown Distress Commission appointment case
The definition of “teacher” is in dispute
Youngstown to start its own garbage collection May 1
The city needs to purchase trucks, bins and hire employees
Mahoning Co. commissioners award contract for Norquest, N. Turner paving
Norquest Boulevard and North Turner Road will be repaved for $582,485.
Culture Project focuses on human dignity and sexual integrity
Speakers visit 2 Catholic high schools and church in Valley
Ohio ACLU: Give Lisbon inmate hearing aids
According to the group, the Lisbon inmate needs aids in both ears due to damage that occurred during his military service in the 1980s.
The Western Reserve Contra Dance invites people to take part in contra dance
The Western Reserve Contra Dance will invite people this Saturday for a special event
Manhunt target Luis Cruz Ramos faces 26-136 years
Mahoning County Prosecutor Paul J. Gains talks Thursday about the indictment of Luis Cruz Ramos on charges relating to the chase and police manhunt last week in several jurisdictions. Ramos was indicted on 13 charges by a grand jury.
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Friday, April 8, the 99th day of 2016. There are 267 days left in the year.
Fourth of July Committee gearing up for annual parade
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The 2016 Canfield Fourth of July Committee is hard at work
1 adult, 2 juveniles injured in accident
1 adult, 2 juveniles injured in accident POLAND Three people were injured – one adult and two
Kasich delivers a ho hum speech
Opinion: I don’t know if Ohio Gov. John Kasich could have looked and sounded more detached and not interested
Security flaws found in insurance websites
Associated Press FRANKFORT, Ky. Federal investigators found significant cybersecurity weaknesses
BILLY GOODALL AT A GLANCE
BILLY GOODALL AT A GLANCE College: Sophomore center fielder at Mount Union. Studying
IS abducts 300; fighting worsens
IS abducts 300; fighting worsens BEIRUT In a brazen assault near the Syrian capital, Islamic
Campuses to follow transgender law in NC, official says
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. The 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system will
Austintown Community Briefs
Free breakfast event There will be a free pancake, sausage and egg breakfast on April 9 from 9-11
Police: Pot brownies for mom, 79, made home health care worker ill
Associated Press FAIRFIELD, Ohio Authorities say an Ohio man made marijuana-laced brownies for
Democratic race takes negative turn
Associated Press NEW YORK With accusations of lying, hustling for money and failed leadership,
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing Greater Friendship Baptist Church, 646 Lakewood Ave., Youngstown, (use Hillman
Nathan Maurer, a representative of the Culture Project, discusses human dignity and how human
Nathan Maurer, a representative of the Culture Project, discusses human dignity and how human
Gun indictment filed
A federal grand jury has indicted a Hubbard resident and a Youngstown resident on gun charges.
Warren man gets six years in prison for gun incident involving patrolman
Randall Bryant, 46, of Homewood Avenue Southeast, was sentenced to six years in prison Thursday
Youngstown lawyer suspended
The Ohio Supreme Court has indefinitely suspended Neal Atway from law practice.
oddly enough
oddly enough Guilty conscience: Stolen sign returned after 30 years NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Cheaper by the Dozen,” 8 p.m.: Family-friendly comedy ($15; $13
2016 Emerging Leaders named
Twenty residents from Warren and Youngstown were recently selected for the 2016 Emerging Leaders program at The Raymond John Wean Foundation.
AROUND THE NHL Thursday’s NHL games
Penguins 4, Capitals 3, OT WASHINGTON Sidney Crosby scored in overtime and the streaking
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘American Idol’ crowns 15th and final winner LOS ANGELES Trent Harmon is the 15th
Timber Run Road no longer allows truck traffic
Truck traffic violators on Timber Run will have to go to mayor’s court
Putin: Panama Papers part of US plot to weaken Russia
Associated Press ST. PETERSBURG, Russia President Vladimir Putin on Thursday denied having any
80th MASTERS | Round 1 Leaderboard
Augusta National Golf Club Par 72 ; Yardage: 7,435 Jordan Spieth 33-33—66-6 Danny Lee 35-33—68-4
Makers Market
Makers Market YOUNGSTOWN Rust Belt Made’s Spring Makers Market pop-up event is scheduled from 1
NCAA HOCKEY: Thursday’s Frozen Four games
North Dakota 4, Denver 2 TAMPA, FLA. Nick Schmaltz scored off a rebound with less a minute left
Poll: 70 percent of Americans have unfavorable view of Trump
Associated Press WASHINGTON For Americans of nearly every race, gender, political persuasion
MLB AT A GLANCE
MLB AT A GLANCE STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGB Baltimore301.000— New
OLC report shows increase in VLT revenue at Hollywood Gaming
Penn National’s Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course saw a more than 10 percent increase in video lottery terminal revenue in March.
Man whose sister killed by air bag said he didn’t get a recall notice
Associated Press HOUSTON The brother of a 17-year-old Texas girl who was killed last week when
Youngstown’s crime rate is still unacceptably high
Editorial: The overall crime rate in the city of Youngstown declined for the second consecutive year in 2015.
Media coverage unfair
Opinion: By Huma Munir Austin American-Statesman Just a few days after the brutal attacks in Brussels,
‘Operation Paul Ryan’ is launched
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Exciting news, people: The Republican Party establishment has a
MCCTC wins gold at Family, Career and Community event
Ten seniors and four juniors from the Early Childhood Education Program at the Mahoning County
Leprechaun brings fun to family event
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown library hosted a St. Patrick’s Day
Formation of Mahoning County Sons of the American Revolution Chapter
The Sons of the American Revolution, Ohio Society will be conducting two organizational meetings to
Boardman Community Briefs
TQGIBT hosts a thread painting workshop Make a handmade greeting card using thread painting. It’s
Canfield Sports Briefs
Girls golf league to begin in May Sandwich Factory Girls Golf League, for girls ages 5-18, will
Boardman Park to host annual “Mommy and Me for Tea” and fashion show
Girls ages 3-8, along with mom, grandma or another special female adult in their lives, are invited
Amber Ferrari v Weston Wagner
POLAND Amber Ferrari and Weston Wagner were joined in marriage at 3:30 p.m. Sept. 4, 2015, in a
Boardman rocks out during performance
The Boardman High School Rock Orchestra put on it’s 10th annual “Project Mayhem” performance on March 18 at the Boardman Performing Arts Center.
Resident honored on national level for advocacy efforts
Samantha Villella of Boardman traveled to Washington, D.C. March 14-16 to meet with legislators as
Jaime Lynn v Timothy Bell
MARS, PA. St. Kilian Parish was the setting of the 2 p.m. Feb. 28, 2015, wedding of Jaime Michelle
Miss Buchenic to be bride of Joel Kaufman
BOARDMAN Joseph and Joann Buchenic of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Canfield Community Briefs
Kilbreath named to Dean’s List Emma Kilbreath of Canfield was named to the Dean’s List for the
Students show skills to a special someone
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Students at Robinwood Lane Elementary celebrated
Rotary flips pancakes for funds
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Boardman Rotary Club hosted its 34th
Austintown shoots for support for fellow student
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The fifth-grade basketball team from Austintown
Austintown Sports Briefs
Girls golf league to begin in May Sandwich Factory Girls Golf League, for girls ages 5-18, will
Miss McDermott, James McCurdy to wed July 30
The parents of Meghan McDermott and James McCurdy, both of Columbus, are announcing their
Children ‘Read to Some Bunny’
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Boardman library hosted a Read to Some Bunny
Dr. Seuss birthday celebration
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Poland library celebrated Dr. Seuss’ birthday
Students inducted into National Honor Society
Sixty -five juniors and seniors from Poland Seminary High School were inducted into the National
Little Learners meet new furry friends
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Little Learners Academy Preschool welcomed two
Soup supper helps serve families in need
Austintown Fitch High School hosted a Souper Supper on March 9.
Hilltop first-graders host grandparents
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School first-graders invited their
CHC students welcome spring on Beach Day
With a bit of a nip in the air and a little bit of sunshine coming their way, C.H. Campbell Elementary School students celebrated the school’s annual Beach Day on March 18.
Students raise $4,000 for breast cancer awareness
Canfield High School seniors and varsity soccer players Heather Haley and Jeff Joseph raised $4700
Poland Community Briefs
Girls golf league to begin in May Sandwich Factory Girls Golf League, for girls ages 5-18, will
Students get visit from furry friends
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com A couple of barnyard buddies visited Poland
Local young lady to compete for Miss Teen title
Chloe Klotz of Canfield was recently selected to participate in the 2016 Miss Teen pageant
Boardman Park to host annual tea
Girls ages 3-8, along with mom, grandma or another special female adult in their lives, are invited
Hilltoppers are Feelin’ Groovy at book fair
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at Hilltop Elementary School traveled back in time
Sons of the American Revolution Chapter
The Sons of the American Revolution, Ohio Society will be conducting two organizational meetings to
Sons of the American Revolution Chapter
The Sons of the American Revolution, Ohio Society will be conducting two organizational meetings to
Poland community goes on hunt for Easter
The Poland Junior Women’s Club and New Life Church joined together to sponsor the 10th annual Easter Egg Hunt at Poland Town Hall on March 19.