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Stories published July 26, 2016
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New service at CAK not expected to affect YNG, Dickten says
This fall, Spirit Airlines will start service at the Akron-Canton Airport to four destinations.
Move to drop Youngstown school board's lawsuit against new CEO fails
An attempt to withdraw the city school board from a Franklin County Common Pleas Court lawsuit challenging legislation that called for a schools CEO has failed.
Vindy columnist Bertram de Souza views this week's DNC through the eyes of 1980
A veteran Democratic Party operative in the Mahoning Valley sent the following text Monday in the midst of the turmoil that roiled the first day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia: “This convention reminds of 1980. But the Kennedy delegates [had] a lot more class.”
Mentors needed for Sister Jerome’s Mission College program
Wanted: Volunteers to mentor first-generation college students. Must have four-year degree and be able to help students navigate the ins and outs of the higher-education system.
Developmental Disabilities renewal sole Mahoing levy on fall ballot
The Mahoning County commissioners agreed to place a 2-mill, five-year real-estate tax-renewal levy on the Nov. 8 ballot for the county Board of Developmental Disabilities.
Youngstown AARP marks 25 years
Both both current and founding members of the local chapter of the American Association of Retired Persons are celebrating the group’s 25th anniversary.
Mill Creek considering merging fundraising groups
After hearing the advice of a fundraising group for another park system, Mill Creek MetroParks’ nonprofit organizations are discussing their own future efforts and whether those should be more closely coordinated.
DNC CONVENTION | Clinton, Dems put gun control at center of convention stage
Clinton, Dems put gun control at center of convention stage
DNC CONVENTION | Letson thrilled with history of roll-call vote
Letson thrilled with history of roll-call vote
Youngstown school board rejects motion to end lawsuit challenging CEO
Youngstown school board rejects motion to end lawsuit challenging CEO
Sanders asks DNC to nominate Hillary Clinton 'by acclamation'
Hillary Clinton has been nominated to be the Democratic candidate for president of the United States 'by acclimation.'
Mohip: No plans to fire long-time city schools employee
Mohip: No plans to fire long-time city schools employee
Autopsy set for 2-year-old girl who died at Akron Children's Hospital
Autopsy set for 2-year-old girl who died at Akron Children's Hospital
DNC CONVENTION | Sanders supporters unmoved by plea to support Clinton
Sanders supporters: Unmoved by plea to support Clinton
'19 Kids and Counting' star Jinger Duggar gets engaged
'19 Kids and Counting' star Jinger Duggar gets engaged
Groundbreaking ceremony is Friday for new Mahoning County dog shelter
Groundbreaking ceremony is Friday for new Mahoning County dog shelter
UPDATE | Hubbard lifts conservation advisory, boil alert remains in effect
Hubbard lifts conservation advisory, boil alert remains in effect
DNC CONVENTION | Ryan defends NATO, US role in free trade pacts
Ryan defends NATO, US role in free trade pacts
VINDY POLLING NOW | The Donald, Political pins, and Josh Gordon
We have some questions we'd like your opinion on.
Ohio asks judge to force school to release attendance data
Ohio asks judge to force school to release attendance data
Democrat drops out of Ohio race in Boehner district
Democrat drops out of Ohio race in Boehner district
$15 billion Volkswagen emissions deal faces critical test
$15 billion Volkswagen emissions deal faces critical test
Spirit Airlines will bring service to the Akron-Canton Airport
Spirit Airlines will bring service to the Akron-Canton Airport
DNC CONVENTION | This time, Bill Clinton faces tougher crowd
In 10th convention speech, Bill Clinton faces tougher crowd
Hubbard advises continued boiling of water due to main break
Hubbard advises continued boiling of water due to main break
Trump gripes about hotel hot air, says he might not pay bill
Trump gripes about hotel hot air, says he might not pay bill
Islamic State claims attack that killed priest during Mass
Islamic State claims attack that killed priest during Mass
McDonald’s US sales disappoint amid turnaround efforts
McDonald’s US sales disappoint amid turnaround efforts
Two injured in separate shootings Monday on the East Side
Two injured in separate shootings Monday on the East Side
3 defendants, fraternity challenge hazing death evidence
3 defendants, fraternity challenge hazing death evidence
REUNIONS
Cardinal Mooney High School Class of 1959 will gather for a 75th birthday reunion at 5:30 p.m. Sept.
Michelle Benoit | Alvin Mercer
COLUMBIANA Das Dutch Village Inn was the location of the June 18 wedding of Michelle Lynn Benoit
Sarah Navarra | Kerstin Smith
BOARDMAN Sarah Navarra and Kerstin Smith were joined in marriage June 4 at St. Charles Church. The
Sarah Beeman | Tyler Hissong
LAKE MILTON Sarah Marie Beeman, of Findlay, Ohio, formerly of Canfield, and Tyler David Hissong,
Janell Heggins | Trevor Mayfield
ALEXANDRIA, VA. Janell Renee Heggins and Trevor Mayfield were married June 10 at Carlyle House
Christina Oles, Scott Denham II plan October rite
POLAND Mark and Barb Oles of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Christina
Corinne Pavlicko, Conor Banyon set wedding date
Corinne Pavlicko of Poland and Conor Banyon of McDonald are engaged and plan to be married at 2 p.m.
Comeback route: Gordon reinstated
Josh Gordon’s curious and complicated career has taken a new turn.
Akron-Canton to make a major service announcement
The announcement is expected to be a game changer.
MetroParks nonprofit groups to meet today
Groups that support MetroParks to discuss closer partnership
Scrappers tame Tigers in twinbill
The Scrappers on Monday earned a doubleheader sweep of Connecticut in front of 1,867 fans at Eastwood Field.
Pelini optimistic about YSU’s chances in 2016
Bo Pelini: “Obviously the goal is to get into the playoffs and see what happens from there.”
Valley ump Cooper will work Little League Intermediate World Series
Dr. Chet Cooper, a Little League umpire for 21 years now, will be in Livermore, Calif. for the Little League Intermediate World Series.
An Austintown paving project may start in August
The township will pay up to $400,000 for its portion of the paving
Elimination of position costs Niles
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES Elimination of the grants coordinator position as a cost-
Fewer YSU students sign up for early classes
Only 59 incoming YSU freshmen signed up for Jump Start this year compared to nearly 100 last year
Warren council being asked to approve $1.6 million sewer study
To eliminate sewage problems, Warren City Council is being asked to authorize a $1.6 million study of all of the city’s sewage and storm-sewer lines
After turmoil, first lady, Warren and Sanders thrill crowd on opening night
Former Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., speaks during the first day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia on Monday.
Mom of slain teen warned son of nightclub shootings
Associated Press FORT MYERS, FLA. With the Orlando massacre still fresh on everyone’s mind, the
Canfied mercy rules Washington Court House in Little League state tournament
Canfield’s Ben Slanker said he was just feeling “really well” going into Monday’s Little League state contest against Washington Court House.
Democratic emails: All about the hack, the leak, the discord
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA First came the hack, then the leak. Now, the Clinton and Trump
Man pleads guilty at arraignment, sentenced to six months in jail
Arrested Friday for leading police on chase
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Symphony Graziano and David J. Trevena, Warren, boy, July
Title-chasing Cubs acquire Chapman
The Chicago Cubs acquired hard-throwing reliever Aroldis Chapman in a trade with the New York Yankees on Monday.
nfl news & notes
Pittsburgh Steelers: Running back Le’Veon Bell isn’t granting interviews just yet, but he did take
major league baseball boxscores
standings american league East Division WLPctGB Baltimore5840.592— Boston5542.56721/2
Sandlot Tournament Roundup
9-10 BASEBALL STATE TOURNAMENT Boardman 12, Washington Court House 1 DOVER It took only four
Cavs coach Tyronn Lue signs contract extension
Along with a sparkling diamond ring, Tyronn Lue’s getting another reward for an NBA title
Around the horn Monday’s MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Tigers 4, Red Sox 2 BOSTON Jose Iglesias hit a two-run homer in the sixth
Clinton to campaign at East High School
Democratic presidential candidate to visit Youngstown on Saturday
What does Verizon’s acquisition mean for Yahoo users?
By MAE ANDERSON AP Technology Writer NEW YORK If you have a Yahoo email account or regularly
Donald Trump made one part of Hillary Clinton’s job easier last week – by making the
Opinion: Donald Trump made one part of Hillary Clinton’s job easier last week – by making the braggadocios
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Lordstown Village Utility Committee, 5:45 p.m., caucus room, 1455 Salt Springs
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v The Strokes: Tonight on “Jimmy
Youngstown Kiwanis Club’s century of stellar service
Editorial: Over the years, good- natured disputes have arisen over the precise etymology of the word Kiwanis,
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Ribbon-cutting event BOARDMAN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a celebratory
Suspect sought
Suspect sought LIBERTY Police are searching for a man wanted in an armed robbery Saturday at
Bell shows wedding photos with Shepard
Bell shows wedding photos with Shepard SAN DIEGO Kristen Bell has publicly revealed her wedding
Cleveland cops sending truckloads of water, sandwiches to Philadelphia
Associated Press CLEVELAND Two refrigerator trucks filled with cases of donated bottled water,
Scenic workouts
By KELLI KENNEDY Associated Press When college rowing buddies Bojan Mandaric and Brogan Graham
Teamsters back Portman over Strickland for Senate
Associated Press COLUMBUS Another labor union is backing Republican Rob Portman over rival Ted
STNA training
STNA training YOUNGSTOWN The registration deadline is Aug. 12 for an 11-week training course for
Blood tests show alcohol and drugs in the blood of man accused of killing Cortland jogger
Russell G. Lauer III of Cortland had alcohol and Oxycodone in his blood after a crash
Boardman trustees consider levy renewals for November ballot
Five-year renewal levies benefit the general fund.
Canfield man accused of stealing $3,000
Canfield man accused of stealing $3,000 AUSTINTOWN Officers arrested a Canfield man accused of
Solar flight marks 1st round-the-world journey
Associated Press ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES The world’s first round-the-world flight to be
Warren officials unveil legislation that would ask voters for half percent income tax increase
The city administration and Warren City Council discussed asking voters to increase the city’s income tax by a half percent
Man arrested in knife attack that killed 19
Associated Press SAGAMIHARA, JAPAN At least 19 people were killed and about 20 wounded in a
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