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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Phelps notches 21st gold in U.S. relay win
Michael Phelps and the United States have won the 4x200-meter freestyle relay.
School bookbags stuffed today for Saturday giveaway at Covelli Centre
The work and fun and satisfaction of filling 1,500 brand new, colorful book bags with school supplies, an event one of the 50-plus participants described as “organized chaos,” was Tuesday at Trinity Fellowship Church.
Former Traficant aide sued by theft victim's family
A 79-year-old Canfield woman has sued J.P. Morgan Chase Bank and Linda Kovachik of Boardman, saying the bank failed to investigate or notify law enforcement after being advised of suspicious activity, and thereby negligently failed to halt the reported theft by Kovachik of the Canfield woman’s assets.
Transport company for Medicaid clients accused of being overpaid
A local transportation company for Medicaid clients has disputed the state auditor’s finding that it received overpayments.
House Speaker Ryan defeats Trump-backed opponent in Wisconsin primary
House Speaker Paul Ryan on Tuesday defeated a longshot Republican primary challenger who had been praised by Donald Trump.
Big Ten's East still a beast
Ohio State, Michigan and defending champion Michigan State all are positioned to make runs at being national top-10 teams.
Bricker gets probation for shooting husband
A North Lima woman who accidentally shot her husband said she will never touch another gun again.
Ribbon-cutting today at Taft Elementary's renovated playground
More than books, pencils and lessons will greet Taft Elementary School students when they return to class Aug. 22.
Warning periods end for speeders in Liberty, Girard
Warning periods have ended for tickets issued as a result of cameras in Liberty and Girard, which means speeders can expect to see fines in the mail.
5th back-to-school giveaway Sunday at Hubbard church
Fun, games and a giveaway await those attending the fifth annual Back-to-School Carnival sponsored by Corner House Christian Church.
Indians manager Francona out with chest pain
The Indians say Francona was examined by the Nationals Park EMT and remained at the stadium.
East High students can take STEM, dance and music classes this school year
East HIgh students can take STEM, dance and music classes this school year
Liberty administration building parking-lot renovation begins Monday
Liberty administration building parking-lot renovation begins Monday
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Trump campaign walks back 2nd amendment remarks
Trump campaign walks back 2nd amendment remarks
Study: 83% of NCAA violations involve football, basketball
The study also found that probation and public reprimand and censure were the most common penalties.
Lawsuit planned over canceled Hall of Fame game
The game was canceled after paint congealed and hardened on portions of the field at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium.
Te-ball? Tebow will try to play pro baseball
Tim Tebow last played organized baseball in high school.
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Clinton focuses on Zika in battleground state of Florida
Clinton focuses on Zika in battleground state of Florida
UPDATE | Judge denies Blagojevich's bid to lighten 14-year sentence
Judge denies Blagojevich's bid to lighten 14-year sentence
Kasich order creates hotline for oil and gas emergencies
Kasich order creates hotline for oil and gas emergencies
Police: Warren man shoots himself in hand during domestic violence incident
Police: Warren man shoots himself in hand during domestic violence incident
Dolphin snatches iPad of woman taking its photo at SeaWorld
Dolphin snatches iPad of woman taking its photo at SeaWorld
VINDY POLLING NOW | Warren water, City of You, and RG3
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BREAKING NEWS | Mahoning County Medicaid provider owes $486,838
Mahoning County Medicaid provider owes $486,838
Poll: Young Americans overwhelmingly favor LGBT rights
Poll: Young Americans overwhelmingly favor LGBT rights
His hair now white, Blagojevich appears for resentencing
His hair now white, Blagojevich appears for resentencing
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Trump faces fresh GOP pushback despite bid to reset campaign
Trump faces fresh GOP pushback despite bid to reset campaign
Delta cancels more flights in wake of computer-system outage
Delta cancels more flights in wake of computer-system outage
Salem man faces charges of domestic violence, assault after arrest in Liberty
Salem man faces charges of domestic violence, assault after arrest in Liberty
Hubbard group hosts presentation Saturday on rehabbing horses
Hubbard group hosts presentation Saturday on rehabbing horses
Liberty police uncover suspected marijuana-growing operation
Liberty police uncover suspected marijuana-growing operation
Suspect seeks new lawyer as murder trial was about to start
Suspect seeks new lawyer as murder trial was about to start
Man faces charges of rape, kidnapping and felonious assault
Man faces charges of rape, kidnapping and felonious assault
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1963 will have its monthly luncheon meeting at noon Aug. 17
HOF game ticket buyers will get refunds
Paint on the field was congealed, rendering the Indianapolis-Green Bay game unplayable.
U.S. men recover from shaky start in rout
Red, white and blase for one quarter, the U.S. Olympic team woke up and won with ease.
A citizen initiative asking voters to fire Sebring’s village manager likely won’t be on the ballot because a number was omitted on a petition
Board officials and the person collecting the signatures disagree on its validity
Warren council puts 5-year income tax increase on November ballot
Warren council puts 5-year income tax increase on November ballot
Pitt running back Conner is cancer-free
James Conner doesn’t care where he plays, how he plays or how much he plays, he just wants to play football.
Parents, students share what they like or don’t about city schools
About 30 people attended CEO’s first outreach meeting Monday
Steelers linebacker Shazier looks to put it all together
Ryan Shazier’s top goal this season is to stay healthy.
Summer youth job program may end
The state has said it plans to replace the summer youth employment program with a year-round job readiness program.
Bringing family to cheer
More than 160 Canfield students high-kicked off the start of the annual Cheer Kiddie Camp Monday
Wal-Mart to buy newcomer Jet.com
Wal-Mart to buy newcomer Jet.com NEW YORK Wal-Mart is buying fast-growing online retailer
YEARS AGO
Today is Tuesday, August 9, the 222nd day of 2016. There are 144 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
RN degree received
RN degree received NILES/SALEM Sara Meade, comprehensive health care coordinator for Grace Woods
Keep your cat indoors
Opinion: By Colleen O’Brien People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals I met Big Show nearly five
Trump targets taxes, regulations
Associated Press DETROIT Promising to “jumpstart America” to a new era of prosperity, Donald
Juniper berries a remedy for arthritis?
Q. When I read about the gin-soaked raisins solution for arthritis pain, I wondered why I would need
Browns’ starting QBs 1999-2015
2015 — Josh McCown (8), Johnny Manziel (6), Austin Davis (2) 2014 — Brian Hoyer (13), Johnny
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH English bar blocks cellphones, tries to get patrons talking LONDON A new English
Switch sides to reduce shoulder strain
By Alison Bowen Chicago Tribune For many of us, sitting at a desk during the day means a lot of
B.E. Taylor dies at 65
B.E. Taylor dies at 65 PITTSBURGH A musician whose annual Christmas concerts and recordings made
Boom in live video helping some creators make a living
STREAMING IN SUMS OF MONEY Boom in live video helping some creators make a living By RYAN
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Culture Club: Tonight on “Jimmy
Racino sees spike in July VLT revenue
Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course reported slot machine revenue of $8.78 million for the month of July.
‘Pokemon GO’ player shot to death
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO A 20-year-old man was shot to death while playing “Pokemon GO” at
Authorities: Tainted candy was likely pot
Authorities: Tainted candy was likely pot SAN FRANCISCO A special unit of the San Francisco
Cop teams with friend, NBA on youth league
Shakir Perkins already does a lot for his community and country, but he still has more to give.
Taliban group claims responsibility for 70 deaths
Associated Press QUETTA, PAKISTAN Pakistani militants struck at the heart of the country’s legal
Japan’s emperor suggests he would like to abdicate
Associated Press TOKYO Japan’s emperor expressed concern Monday about fulfilling his duties as
Delta recovers after global outage delays
Associated Press DALLAS At least half of all Delta Air Lines flights Monday were delayed or
Boardman trustees approve two renewal levies for ballot
Boardman trustees approve two renewal levies for ballot
Hulu to drop free video as it preps cable-TV alternative
Associated Press NEW YORK Hulu is dropping the free TV episodes that it was initially known for
Poll: For young people, fear of white extremism varies by race
Associated Press BATON ROUGE, LA. The threat of violence by people inspired by foreign
Family of Muslim teen files suit
Associated Press DALLAS The family of a Muslim boy who was arrested after bringing a homemade
Grand theft auto
Grand theft auto BOARDMAN A Youngstown man is accused of stealing a car Friday to get home from
Police: Boy died of neck injury on water slide
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, KAN. A Kansas waterslide billed as the world’s tallest remained
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Poland Township trustees, meeting to open bids for a roof replacement, 6 p.m.,
Failure of feds to finance Y’town plan is outrageous
Editorial: Unlike Youngstown Mayor John A. McNally, who was restrained in his reaction to the federal
No, Mexico is not going to pay for Trump’s ‘beautiful’ edifice
Opinion: By Abby McCloskey The Dallas Morning News “Who’s going to pay for the wall?” asks Donald Trump,
Turkey detains 10 foreign nationals over suspected ties
Associated Press ANKARA, TURKEY Turkish authorities have detained at least 10 foreign nationals
Firearm citation
Firearm citation YOUNGSTOWN Reports said a man was issued a citation late Sunday for discharging
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