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Kool & the Gang leader recalls Ali's visit to dad's Youngstown fundraiser
Robert “Kool” Bell, leader of R&B-funk band Kool and the Gang and a Youngstown native, remembers when Muhammad Ali came to his hometown in October 1972 for a fundraiser for his father.
Shipka, Frey newest members of MetroParks board
Mahoning County Probate Judge Robert N. Rusu Jr. today will swear in his latest appointees to the Mill Creek MetroParks Board.
Parts of 60 Youngstown streets to be paved
The city will spend about $1.3 million to pave portions of 60 streets, primarily in neighborhoods, with the work starting June 27.
Kasich signs water notification bill in Columbiana, refuses to endorse Trump
Gov. John Kasich isn’t ready to endorse Donald Trump for president, and indicated that’s not going to change unless the presumptive Republican nominee makes significant adjustments in his campaign style.
3 Valley residents sue MetroParks over recent personnel dismissals
A lawsuit filed Thursday against the Mill Creek MetroParks leadership alleges that the park board and executive director violated Ohio Sunshine Laws on public meetings in its planning and implementation of a February staff restructuring that eliminated numerous park positions.
FAA recommends maintaining tower operatioins in Vienna
State Rep. John Boccieri of Poland, D-59th, and Dan Dickten, director of aviation at Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport, applauded initial recommendations from the Federal Aviation Administration to sustain and maintain current air traffic control operations at the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport.
Campbell to restructure water rates
The city will restructure and increase its water rates, effective July 1.
Officers revive Trumbull inmate who tried to hang himself
Corrections officers at the Trumbull County Jail revived a man who tried to hang himself in a jail restroom Saturday afternoon.
Mahoning jail ODs prompt move to buy county scanner
The Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office wants to buy a $212,000 digital full-body, airport-style scanning machine to screen all inmates entering and leaving the county jail, Maj. Alki Santamas, jail administrator, told the county commissioners.
Street improvements around YSU may cause motorist hassles
Improvement projects to two streets surrounding Youngstown State University will bolster gateways to the campus in appearance and safety.
English tea served at Trinity Methodist church today
Lois Martin-Uscianowski loves to share, and when you listen, you’ll learn something.
5 members of gang ’homicide squad’ convicted in Ohio
5 members of gang ’homicide squad’ convicted in Ohio
Mahoning County Grand Jury indicts 25
Indictments from the Mahoning County Grand Jury.
Media outlets ask judge to unseal Sandusky insurance records
Media outlets ask judge to unseal Sandusky insurance records
Detroit-area mosque to host unveiling of new Muslim stamp
Detroit-area mosque to host unveiling of new Muslim stamp
3 dead after plane crashes into car near Houston airport
3 dead after plane crashes into car near Houston airport
Federal judge keeps more early voting opportunities in Ohio
Federal judge keeps more early voting opportunities in Ohio
House Republicans seek to shift focus from Trump to security
House Republicans seek to shift focus from Trump to security
Fed appellate court issues ruling on carrying concealed weapons in public
Fed appellate courts issues ruling on carrying concealed weapons in public
OSHP: Girl, 14, walking in road fatally hit by truck in western Ohio
OSHP: Girl, 14, walking in road fatally hit by truck in western Ohio
Tesla to release lower-priced versions of Model S car
Tesla to release lower-priced versions of Model S car
Ohio teen dies after fall in elevator shaft of abandoned building
Ohio teen dies after fall in elevator shaft of abandoned building
Prosecutor: Van driver gave Freddie Gray rough ride
Prosecutor: Van driver gave Freddie Gray rough ride
City and YSU police catch man breaking into North Side home
City and YSU police catch man breaking into North Side home
Justices rule against Puerto Rico in fight over criminal law
Justices rule against Puerto Rico in fight over criminal law
Ali to be mourned with traditional Muslim prayer service
Ali to be mourned with traditional Muslim prayer service
Yard sale locations are announced
Yard sale locations are announced LEETONIA The Leetonia Community Yard Sale will take place
Ex-OSU football star Wells testifies against extortion suspect
Ex-OSU football star Wells testifies against extortion suspect
Mahoning commissioners approve details for upcoming summer festivals
Mahoning commissioners approve details for upcoming summer festivals
Ceremony set Friday for new Weathersfield Township gazebo
Ceremony set Friday in Weathersfield Township for new gazebo
Police search for shooter who killed student near Boston school
Police search for shooter who killed student near Boston school
Uber convicted, fined in French trial over taxi practices
Uber convicted, fined in French trial over taxi practices
Ohio casinos see revenue declines for May; racinos see bump
Ohio casinos see revenue declines for May; racinos see bump
State Route 11 northbound ramp to I-80 eastbound in Austintown has reopened
State Route 11 northbound ramp to I-80 eastbound in Austintown has reopened
Fewer Americans applied for jobless benefits last week
Fewer Americans applied for jobless benefits last week
Relative who owned dog that killed baby set for sentencing
Relative who owned dog that killed baby set for sentencing
Canfield televangelist serving as unpaid Trump ‘liaison for Christian policy’
He received immunity to testify in a 2001 case-fixing trial
LeBron, Cavs dominate Game 3
LeBron James: “Coaching staff gave us a great game plan and we executed it for 48 minutes.”
CSB issues layoff notices to 22 group home workers
The wmployees have a right to appeal their dismissals.
Exhibit explores ways to better use public space in Youngstown
The event will display planning and design work
UHS alum saved the day — lots of them — for VCU
Sam Donko was college baseball’s most prolific closer in 2016.
Division I football playoff games moved to Friday
This fall D-I will have Friday night playoff games for the first time since 1980.
Campbell students get musical at summer enrichment camp
Campbell schools partner with Ohio University for summer music camp.
SPORTS DIGEST | Two local pitchers to play in All-Star series
Two local pitchers to play in All-Star series Two area pitchers, Ursuline’s Vinny Lucente and
The banana of the north Pawpaw TREES
By Pam Baytos OSU Extension master gardener volunteer The pawpaw (Asimina tribola) is the native
Show will pay tribute to Prince
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A tribute show featuring the music of the late Prince will take place at
Playhouse tackles Mamet’s ‘American Buffalo’
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Playhouse will wrap up its
X Ambassadors will get a little weird at LaureLive
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com There’s an inherent danger when a band’s music is
Hispanic leader will share his experiences
Staff report LIBERTY Frank Nolasco, a leader in the Mahoning Valley’s Hispanic community, will
Boardman schools end year with multiple awards
Boardman schools earn multiple awards this school year
Struthers to re-apply for Ohio EPA dam removal grant
Officials cite environmental benefits of freeing up river’s flow.
Ted Strickland lashes out at U.S. Sen. Rob Portman about Appalachia issues
Portman touts his endorsement by the nation’s largest coal miners union
After 9 years, West Side gardener enjoys fruits of his labor
Norman Cappitte Sr. was flabbergasted last week when he noticed a bunch of bananas growing out of one of his banana trees.
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
IRS taxpayer help YOUNGSTOWN Taxpayers in need of service at the Youngstown IRS Taxpayer
"American Buffalo" at Youngstown Playhouse
The Youngstown Playhouse will wrap up its season with prize-winning drama.
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK The Conjuring 2 (R) Regal Austintown: Fri.-Th. (12:30); Fri.-Wed. 4:20, 7:30,
Why didn’t my plant bloom?
Why didn’t my plant bloom? There are lots of reasons for no blooms on certain plants. From crowded
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Western Reserve Port Authority Aviation Committee, noon, Youngstown-Warren Regional
YEARS AGO
years ago Today is Thursday, June 9, the 161st day of 2016. There are 205 days left in the year.
Move to Trumbull Career and Technical Center expected to boost use of senior citizen services
Trumbull County commissioners on Wednesday authorized $1.76 million worth of senior-citizen services for the 2016-2017 fiscal year
The man behind the messages in the sand at Lake Milton beach
Have you ever seen the circular messages on the beach at Lake Milton State Park? There is almost
Stanford sex-assault victim becomes powerful symbol
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO With her furious and graphic 12-page letter to the court, the
Area businesses, organization, local leader receive BBB Torch Awards
Four businesses, a museum and the president of YSU were awarded Wednesday.
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Some look to profit from free tickets to Ali funeral
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. Muhammad Ali, who long ago began crafting the plan for his
METRO DIGEST || Bark Out Animal Abuse event Saturday
Halt animal abuse NILES A “Bark Out Animal Abuse” event is set for 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday
Ruling in man’s death
Ruling in man’s death WARREN The Trumbull County coroner has ruled that Robert Spencer’s death
Kessel’s goal to ice Sharks tonight
Phil Kessel insists nothing has changed. Not his game. Not his attitude. Not the shape of his body or his commitment to winning.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.890.10 Aqua America, .71
Trump’s bigotry is undeniable
Opinion: By Lewis Diuguid The Kansas City Star It seems like an old song with a new verse: Republicans
Superlatives, contrasts defined life of America’s champ, Muhammad Ali
Editorial: In rewinding the life and times of boxer extraordinaire Muhammad Ali, one cannot help but be
“American Grit” (8 p.m., Fox): On the two-hour season finale of “American
“American Grit” (8 p.m., Fox): On the two-hour season finale of “American Grit,” the teams take on
Is it done blooming?
Is it done blooming? If you have spring shrubs that are done blooming, it’s time to do the
Choices for irrigation systems for vegetable gardens
By David Sprague OSU Extension master gardener volunteer Vegetables need an adequate and
birthdays
birthdays Comedian Jackie Mason is 88. Guitarist Mick Box of Uriah Heep is 69. Actor Michael J.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Godspell,SDRq directed by Ron Sinesio, Trumbull New Theater, 5883 Youngstown-
FAMILY FUN FRIDAYS
FAMILY FUN FRIDAYS When: Friday through Aug. 26, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. What: Each Friday, take part in
Young adults nesting
Opinion: By Karen Fingerman The Dallas Morning News It may come as a surprise to today’s children to
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Personal responsibility obsolete
Opinion: Among the many disturbing signs of our times are conservatives and libertarians of high intelligence
Bazetta PD hosts 13th annual Safety Day on Saturday
The event will include vehicles and representatives from local police and fire departments, state and federal agencies and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
oddly enough
oddly enough Unplayable lie: Turtle lays eggs in golf club’s sand trap ALLISON PARK, Pa. Talk
Bazetta becomes first local police agency to adopt new standards
Bazetta Township Police Department has become the first Mahoning Valley police department to adopt and implement new state standards.
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Cavaliers watch party at downtown event YOUNGSTOWN The first in the new Downtown Shutdown series
First Night seeks artists to design New Year’s button
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN First Night Youngstown is calling for local and regional artists to
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES | Struthers
Music in the Park kicks off at 7 p.m. today with a performance by John Gabriele at Yellow Creek
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Victoria Simpson and Christian Sallaz, Youngstown, boy,
Shakespeare’s ‘Much Ado’ at the Morley
YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Players will present Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing” at 6
SENIOR-CITIZEN LEVY | Funding approvals
Trumbull County commissioners authorized these amounts of senior-citizen levy funding for the
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Cowell to 12-year-old: ‘the next Taylor Swift’ NEW YORK Simon Cowell made a bold
Sharapova suspended for 2 years for failed drug test
The tennis star said she would appeal what she called “an unfairly harsh” punishment to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
EgyptAir plane lands in China after bomb threat
Associated Press CAIRO An EgyptAir plane that made an emergency landing Wednesday in Uzbekistan
Preakness winner draws No. 11 position
xaggerator, the Preakness winner, drew an outside No. 11 post in a 13-horse field.
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