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Dem chair critical of GOP chair's remark about KKK at Trump rallies
Mahoning County Democratic Party Chairman David Betras said he was “dismayed” to read a comment from Columbiana County GOP Chairman Dave Johnson that if a Ku Klux Klan member were at a public rally, the Donald Trump campaign wouldn’t throw that person out.
Fire departments often rely on HAZMAT, air base in major fires
Fire departments that have major roads and freeways traveling through their coverage areas say although they keep small amounts of foam to handle gasoline fires, they often rely on HAZMAT teams and crews from the Youngstown Air Reserve Station in Vienna to help fight major gasoline fires.
Meditation may be in order to get through year-long Wick Avenue improvement project
Get your aspirin and your blood-pressure pills ready: Wick Avenue work begins Monday.
Boardman's anti-drug program tries different approach
Paige Dill, a junior at Boardman High School, said Friday’s fourth annual Yes Fest really hit home for her.
New law allows 911 callers to avoid drug charges
City 911 call takers and supervisors will begin training later this month on a new state law that allows someone to report a drug overdose without facing criminal charges, if the offense is classified as a minor drug offense.
Cop's sister dead of malnutrition, neglect
A former city police officer is indicted on a charge of failing to properly care for her ailing sister, who resided with her on the city’s North Side and weighed a mere 70 pounds when she died.
Group sends warm thanks to vets in Cleveland
The benefits of knitting go two ways in the eyes of a group of knitters at St. James Episcopal Church.
UPDATE | 2 arrests, some schools closed amid clown threats
Ohio district closes schools after reported clown attack
Pittsburgh symphony musicians reject pay cuts, go on strike
Pittsburgh symphony musicians reject pay cuts, go on strike
Man got generations humming Oscar Mayer wiener song dies
Man got generations humming Oscar Mayer wiener song dies
Additional crashes follow in the wake of fiery tanker crash
Additional crashes follow in the wake of fiery tanker crash
Niles company awarded contract for air base shooting range
Niles company awarded contract for airbase shooting range
Subaru recalls about 593K cars; wiper motors can overheat
Subaru recalls about 593K cars; wiper motors can overheat
US closes probe of Jeep automatic braking; no recall sought
US closes probe of Jeep automatic braking; no recall sought
US consumer spending flat in August as auto purchases drop
US consumer spending flat in August as auto purchases drop
Investigators seek answers in fatal New Jersey train crash
Investigators seek answers in fatal New Jersey train crash
Malls, stores consider new ways to protect shoppers
Malls, stores consider new ways to protect shoppers
Chine resigns; Austintown school board seeks applicants
Chine resigns; Austintown school board seeks applicants
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will meet at 10 a.m.
Church rummage sale today and tomorrow
Church rummage sale today and tomorrow COLUMBIANA Columbiana United Methodist Church, South Main
Former Mahoning Valley head coaches still lending their assistance
You can take the coach out of football, but you can’t take football out of the coach.
Ex-President Clinton in Valley next week; Hillary in Ohio
The campaign hasn’t announced a time or location though visit will be on Tuesday or Wednesday
Valley trend: Multiple doses of antidote required in opioid OD cases
Area officials observe uptick in dangerous drug mixtures
Stealing signs hurts safety
Canfield Township has recently fallen victim to another slew of street sign theft, most commonly Victory Lane and Winners Circle
Heritage Park planned at YSU
More than 60 former YSU faculty and staff have received Heritage Awards
Youngstown picks higher bid for water tank contract
The firm hired was the only one among the top five submitting bids to meet qualifications, the city’s water chief engineer said
SPORTS digest
Green, Burfict power Bengals over Dolphins CINCINNATI Bengals receiver A.J. Green followed his
Organist concert at Stambaugh
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Alan Morrison will present a pipe organ concert at Stambaugh Auditorium
MORE HIGH SCHOOL RESULTS
BOYS SOCCER Mineral Ridge 6, Columbiana 0 COLUMBIANA Danny Linebaugh and Trey Richards each
40th annual Rotary Oktoberfestival is this Sunday
In 1976, the Boardman Rotary Oktoberfestival began as a small celebration of Boardman Township and its residents in Boardman Park.
Martin Luther church sale is about funds, fellowship
Martin Luther Lutheran Church sponsors 30th annual trash ’n’ treasure sale
METRO DIGEST || Another I-80 crash
Another I-80 crash HUBBARD A westbound tractor-trailer ran off Interstate 80 in Ohio near the
Tanker crash ties up traffic, keeps crews busy
Fire crews responded to this accident Thursday in the eastbound lanes of Interstate 80 in Liberty Township, where a tanker truck flipped and burst into flames. There were no serious injuries, but traffic was tied up on surrounding roads for several hours until the road could be repaired.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Ryan and Heather McMasters, Youngstown, boy, Sept. 28.
Divided America
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. This year’s presidential campaign has underscored an economic
People report being chased by clowns in 2 Ohio cities
Associated Press GREENVILLE, Ohio Police say they’ve received reports of individuals dressed as
Gordon’s return on hold: Browns WR to enter rehab
Josh Gordon isn’t going back on the field until he gets a tighter grip on his life.
oddly enough
oddly enough Missouri students won’t be sanctioned for video about slaves FAUCETT, Mo. Some
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Community Health reaches deal to sell 4 of its hospitals YOUNGSTOWN The parent company of
‘Deepwater Horizon’ Thrilling, terrifying retelling of disaster
REVIEW ‘DEEPWATER HORIZON’ Grade: Three stars out of four Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Kurt Russell,
Local farmer co-op cafe opens on the North Side
Cultivate: A Co-Op Cafe, selling locally grown and produced food, celebrates its grand opening Saturday.
Trump goes after Clinton – Bill Clinton
Associated Press NEW YORK Donald Trump says he took the moral high ground at the first
Peace in Colombia looms
Opinion: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Colombia continues to make its way toward the end of a bloody, now 52-year-
Firefighters hailed as heroes after shooting
Associated Press TOWNVILLE, S.C. When two volunteer firefighters rolled up to an elementary
YEARS AGO
Today is Friday, Sept. 30, the 274th day of 2016. There are 92 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Blood Moon Farm, 7 p.m. to midnight: The Canfield Fairgrounds
Lawmakers press Wells Fargo CEO for details
Associated Press WASHINGTON Angry lawmakers heaped another round of blistering criticism on
Overriding of veto draws rebuke from White House
Associated Press WASHINGTON The White House lashed out at Congress on Thursday, a day after
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Poland Township trustees, 8 a.m., special meeting to discuss police personnel,
High court to hear case on offensive trademarks
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court is taking up a First Amendment clash over the
Analysis gives clearer picture of deadly violence in Chicago
Associated Press CHICAGO Chicago had 91 homicide victims in August, the deadliest month in the
Carter: US will sharpen ‘military edge’ in Asia
Carter: US will sharpen ‘military edge’ in Asia SAN DIEGO Defense Secretary Ash Carter said
Israel pays its respects to Peres
Associated Press JERUSALEM Thousands of Israelis flocked to parliament Thursday to view the
Pence’s puzzling visit to Leetonia
Opinion: The planning of the Republican vice-presidential nominee Mike Pence visit to Leetonia High School
TV/RADIO
TV/RADIO SFlbTOday 8:30 a.m. (GC) Golf: Ryder Cup. 10 a.m. (NBCSN) Auto racing: NASCAR Sprint
MAHONING COUNTY INDICTMENTS
The Mahoning County grand jury indicted the following people Thursday: Frank Montalvo, 48, of Erie
States sue to block ceding control of internet system
Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas Three conservative states are suing the Obama administration in
Meet Alicia Machado
Opinion: By Fabiola Santiago Miami Herald He called her “Miss Piggy” and “Miss Eating Machine” because
What does your car know about you?
Associated Press DETROIT Your car knows more about you than you think. Newer cars that
Valley gets help to fight statewide drug epidemic
Editorial: Some state legislators in Columbus, including Senate Minority Leader Joe Schiavoni of Boardman,
STEM stations make learning fun
The Austintown library is introducing a new station for the children to get involved with STEM activities.
Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Support Group
Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Support Group If you or anyone you know is interested in
Kristen Shepherd and Daniel Crish will marry Oct. 8
Atty. David A. and Mary Ann Shepherd of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Haley Harmon, Adam Magana plan October rite
Haley Harmon and Adam Magana, both of Boardman, plan to be married Oct. 22. Miss Harmon is the
Poland students earn AP Scholar awards
Eight students from the Class of 2016 and 13 from the Class of 2017 at Poland Seminary High School
Police and fire departments battle to raise money
The Boardman police and fire departments got together for the third annual Battle of the Badges charity softball game on Sept. 12 at the Boardman Field of Dreams baseball field.
CVMS seventh-grade football is victorious over Struthers
The Canfield Village Middle School seventh-grade football team defeated Struthers 34-20 on Sept. 21
CVMS students are in the presence of greatness
Canfield Village Middle School students were standing in the presence of greatness on Aug. 30.
Mikoviches celebrate 66 years together
John Mikovich and Doris Napolitan Mikovich of Austintown celebrated their 66th anniversary on July 8
STEM + ME2 hosts open house
In preparation for the start of the 2016-2017 school year, Valley STEM + ME2 Academy hosted two open
Vukovich-Koch engagement announced
Joe and Patti Koch of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their son, Joseph Koch Jr. of
Poland church carnival brings families together
Poland United Methodist Church hosted a Family Funday Carnival on Sept. 17 for everyone to enjoy.
Danielle Downie, Scott Johnson set to be married
Alex and Christine Downie of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Danielle
Inspiration comes to Fellows Riverside Gardens
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Fellows Riverside Gardens welcomed artist
BUMC hosts ham loaf sale
BUMC hosts ham loaf sale The Boardman United Methodist Church, located at 6809 Market Street, will
Board president receives honor
The Austintown Local School administration recently announced that its own School Board President,
Adrienne Misko v Paul Nowoczynski
The Duquesne Club was the setting of the wedding and reception for Adrienne M. Misko and Paul J.
MCCTC students tour Vallourec Star
Engineering students at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center had the unique opportunity
POLICE CALLS
Sept. 6 Warrant: Police arrested Jeffrey Maldonado, 23, of Garwood Drive, Canfield, on a warrant
Canfield Community Briefs
CUMC to host caring for those with Dementia and Alzheimer’s event Canfield United Methodist Church
Brooks brings home the bronze
By AMANDA TONOLI atonoli@vindy.com Austintown School District is one of 3,762 schools to receive
Canfield Sports Briefs
Cardinals’ basketball youth skills academy to be Nov. 1 The Canfield High School boys’ basketball
Interactive stations bring families to the library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Boardman library had the grand opening of
Artist brings inspiration to Fellows Riverside Gardens
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Fellows Riverside Gardens welcomed artist
Thursday, September 29 (93 stories)
Another semi crashes on I-80, in Hubbard
A west-bound semi tractor-trailer ran off Interstate 80 in Ohio near the Pennsylvania border at about 10:20 p.m.
Taking street signs can cause injury to others, Mahoning officer warns
Street signs are what most people would assume to be permanent fixtures, helping them navigate around town.
Bill Clinton to visit Valley Wednesday; Hillary in Ohio Monday
Former President Bill Clinton will visit the Mahoning Valley next week to campaign for his wife, Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton.
Emergency responders alarmed at increased Narcan dosage needed
When Boardman Fire Chief Mark Pitzer was first trained in paramedicine 15 years ago, emergency responders administered between 0.4 and 2 milligrams of the overdose antidote naloxone to patients.
New park to mark YSU foundation anniversary, award recipients
A commemorative park outside of Kilcawley Center at Youngstown State University will serve two purposes.
Boardman's annual Oktoberfest is Sunday
In 1976, the Boardman Rotary Oktoberfestival began as a small celebration of Boardman Township and its residents in Boardman Park. Four decades later, it’s become a huge one-day event for arts, crafts and entertainment.
Church trash 'n' treasure sale Saturday is labor of love
The trash ‘n’ treasure sale at Martin Luther Lutheran Church is as much about offering an array of usable and inexpensive items to customers as it is about fellowship among members.
Youngstown hires company for experience, not lowest bid
Although All Industrial Services Inc. didn’t submit the lowest proposal to demolish an empty water tank on the city’s South Side, the board of control hired the Youngstown company for the work.
Indians-Tigers game postponed
The series finale Thursday never began and was called after a delay of 4 hours, 13 minutes.
Browns WR Gordon to enter rehab
Josh Gordon isn’t going back on the field until he gets a tighter grip on his life.
UPDATE | I-80 east at Salt Springs Road is now open
The west-bound lane of Interstate 80 has been reopened for a second time after a tanker truck caught on fire about 6:10 a.m. today in the east-bound lane.
Report: man detained burglar in home until police arrived
Report: man detained burglar in home until police arrived
UPDATE | 1 dead, 74 hospitalized in new Jersey train crash
Passenger in crash says he saw woman pinned
Report says Obama administration failed to follow health law
Report says Obama administration failed to follow health law
Delivery drivers robbed at gunpoint on Ravenwood Avenue
Delivery drivers robbed at gunpoint on Ravenwood Avenue
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Bill Clinton will campaign in the Valley next week
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Bill Clinton will campaign in the Valley next week
Family, friends of Marlins’ Fernandez to attend funeral Mass
Family, friends of Marlins’ Fernandez to attend funeral Mass
Supreme Court to hear challenge over offensive trademarks
Supreme Court to hear challenge over offensive trademarks
First Sauce and Song of the season
First Sauce and Song of the season YOUNGSTOWN St. Patrick Church, 1420 Oakhill Ave., begins its
Youngstown schools CEO says authority for tax abatement undetermined
A school board member called tax abatements corporate welfare. The district and the city must OK the abatement to aid a new downtown project.
Warren’s Phinisee part of U.S. contingent in China
Joe Phinisee, a 2004 graduate of Warren G. Harding High School, is willing to fly halfway around the world to bring arena football to China.
Fifth Floor has one last hurrah
Patrons were sad to see the closing of the downtown eatery. George Guarnieri opened the Fifth Floor in April 2015.
Mancini’s last-minute goal gives Canfield 10 straight wins
Canfield’s girls soccer team continued to justify its place among the state’s top-10 teams Wednesday night.
Niles city hall roof bid recommendation expected today
The architect overseeing the replacement of the irreparably damaged city hall roof said he expects to issue a recommendation on the lowest and best project bidder later today. Three of four bids came in under repair estimates Wednesday.
Boardman dance company offers classes for students with disabilities
Township resident Dante Graziani, 20, started his third week of dance practice by stretching with his instructor, Paul Miletta, at the Limitless Dance Company at Torrie’s Academy of Dance.
MORE PREP RESULTS
GIRLS SOCCER Grand Valley 5, Lordstown 0 ORWELL Alyssa Clason scored a hat trick while Ella
Scrappers stadium will become field of screams
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com NILES The newest haunted attraction in the area is rising
Retired YSU dean contributes to SMARTS arts school downtown
The campaign is to bring a community arts school to the city’s downtown.
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU soccer teams falls to Detroit on the road
YSU soccer teams falls to Detroit on the road Detroit The Youngstown State women’s soccer team
YSU Theater opens with Durang play ‘Vanya and Sonia’
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University Theater will launch its season with the
3 more Trumbull bridges to be named for veterans in late October
Trumbull County soon will have six bridges named for military veterans, which officials say are among the most in the state.
Gavin DeGraw at Packard hall
Gavin DeGraw at Packard hall Pop rocker Gavin DeGraw, with Andy Grammer, will come to Packard
YSO to open pops series with tribute to Beatles
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra with conductor Randall Craig Fleischer
Sentencing of former funeral director McClurkin postponed
Sentencing for Robert J. McClurkin, the older of the two McClurkin brothers who ran the former McClurkin Funeral Home in Girard, is pushed back to Dec. 5.
Dems want action to address heroin, drug epidemic
Democratic lawmakers called for more action Wednesday to address the state’s ongoing heroin and drug epidemic.
METRO DIGEST || Dragged by car
Dragged by car WARREN Emmett J. Nelson, 33, of Miller Street, pleaded not guilty Wednesday to
Struthers begins improvements to city hall security
Committee recommends tightening up building security
NIGHTLIFE
Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476 Sat: Dead Flowers, 9
Authorities: Teen killed father before rampage
Associated Press TOWNVILLE, S.C. A teenager killed his father at their home Wednesday before
Averting crisis, Congress clears stopgap bill, $1.1B to fight Zika
Associated Press WASHINGTON Averting an election-year crisis, Congress late Wednesday sent
Despite harsh reviews, Trump resists new debate approach
Associated Press COUNCIL BLUFFS, IOWA Unmoved by harsh debate reviews, a defiant Donald Trump
Tigers defeat Tribe in rain-shortened game
Miguel Cabrera hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in the fifth inning. moments before the game was halted for good, and the Detroit Tigers came away with a rain-shortened 6-3 victory over the Cleveland Indians on Wednesday night, keeping pace with Baltimore in the AL wild-card race
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.880.23 Aqua America, .71
Halloween events around the Mahoning Valley HAUNTS & HAPPENINGS
Dances Family Halloween Bash at Lanterman’s Mill, 3:30 to 6 p.m. Oct. 22. Music, dancing, games,
Senators: Was law broken by maker of EpiPen?
Star Tribune (Minneapolis) (TNS) WASHINGTON Several U.S. Senators have asked the Justice
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Check presentation YOUNGSTOWN The Home Savings Charitable Foundation will make a $15,000 check
YEARS AGO
Today is Thursday, Sept. 29, the 273rd day of 2016. There are 93 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Rock festival reflected both sides of a thriving city
This column was supposed to be about the bands at the Thrival rock festival in Pittsburgh last
‘Designated Survivor,’ ‘Bull’ show promise
‘Designated Survivor,’ ‘Bull’ show promise NEW YORK Nielsen’s first “most likely to succeed”
Boy faces charges
Boy faces charges WARREN A Warren police detective filed four counts of misdemeanor animal
“The Blacklist” (10 p.m., NBC): On “The Blacklist,” Red enlists Tom and the
“The Blacklist” (10 p.m., NBC): On “The Blacklist,” Red enlists Tom and the Task Force to help
Mickelson’s comments irk former Ryder Cup captain
Two days before the Ryder Cup, Phil Mickelson went back 12 years to drive home a point that the Americans are prepared to play their best golf.
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Deep Water Horizon (PG-13) Mark Wahlberg stars in this dramatization of the 2010
Youngstown man indicted on kidnapping, robbery and felonious assault
Youngstown man indicted on kidnapping, robbery and felonious assault
ON CAMPUS College football news & notes
Nebraska Governor to meet with kneeling players lincoln, neb. Gov. Pete Ricketts has agreed
FDA OKs ‘artificial pancreas’ to help manage diabetes
FDA OKs ‘artificial pancreas’ to help manage diabetes washington Federal regulators have
Calif. officer guns down man in ‘shooting stance’
Associated Press EL CAJON, CALIF. Police say it was a 4-inch-long electronic smoking device that
Program keeps low-level offenders in community, not prison
Associated Press CINCINNATI A new pilot program launched by the state to help reduce Ohio’s
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Police: Woman robs Arby’s restaurant, flees in taxi cab GAINESVILLE, Fla. A
Ford recalls Focus hatchbacks for problem with latch release
Associated Press DETROIT Ford is recalling about 74,000 Focus hatchback cars with manual
Trump’s ISIS gaffe is significant
Opinion: By Jonathan Allen CQ-Roll Call It’s hard to pick the worst moment for Donald Trump on a night
It’s time for a Trump presidency
Opinion: Now that all of my inside-the-beltway, elitist, morally superior friends and colleagues have weighed
OPEC reaches preliminary accord to curb oil production
Associated Press ALGIERS, ALGERIA OPEC nations reached a preliminary agreement Wednesday to curb
Steelers’ backfield suddenly crowded
Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin believes Le’Veon Bell and DeAngelo Williams can be on the field at the same time.
Back to basics on policing
Opinion: By Anthony Bradley The Philadelphia Inquirer America has found itself at a crossroads, further
Clinton, Trump view US, the world very differently
Editorial: Although the personal attacks dominated the headlines, the views expressed by Hillary Clinton and
PITTSBURGH Tribune-Review to become an online-only newspaper
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review newspaper plans to stop its print
MALAYSIA AIRLINES FLIGHT 17 Probe: Missile launcher from Russia downed jet
Associated Press NIEUWEGEIN, Netherlands An international criminal probe concluded that a
Man rescued at sea was suspected in granddad’s slaying
Associated Press BOSTON A 22-year-old man rescued from a life raft after a fishing trip that
Tally shows dozens of database violations by police
Some cases led to criminal charges Associated Press COLUMBUS Officers in Ohio were fired,
“Italian princesses” arrested for prostitution
Two women were arrested Tuesday night for drugs and soliciting sex
Wednesday, September 28 (99 stories)
Police respond to Kathy Miller's home over death threats after racism remarks
Kathy Miller, who resigned as Donald Trump’s Mahoning County chairwoman and a Republican member of the Electoral College after making “inappropriate” remarks about black Americans and racism, called police to report a threat made against her.
Pence defends Trump in Leetonia, greets Miller
Republican vice-presidential nominee Mike Pence signed a hat held by Kathy Miller for her son at a rally at Leetonia High School. Miller, in the front row for Wednesday’s event, resigned Sept. 22 as Donald Trump’s Mahoning County campaign chairwoman and as a GOP member of the Electoral College.
Limitless Dance offers classes for people with disabilities
resident Dante Graziani, 20, started his third week of dance practice by stretching with his instructor, Paul Miletta, at the Limitless Dance Company at Torrie’s Academy of Dance.
Ohio AG, Youngstown school officials sorting out who decides abatement request
Who will make the decision about the tax abatement request for a downtown hotel is undetermined.
Fifth Floor restaurant owner feels he's let Youngstown down
On the last night his restaurant was open, George Guarnieri greeted his guests with hugs instead of menus.
Trumbull to name bridges for vets
Trumbull County soon will have six bridges named for military veterans, which officials say are among the most in the state.
McClurkin sentencing delayed to Dec. 5
Sentencing for Robert J. McClurkin, the older of the two McClurkin brothers who ran the former McClurkin Funeral Home in Girard, has been postponed to Dec. 5.
Niles City Hall roof bids range from $203K to $447K
The architect overseeing the replacement of the irreparably damaged city hall roof said he expects to issue a recommendation on the lowest and best project bidder later today.
UPDATE | Mohip, board research tax abatement roles
UPDATE | Mohip, board research tax abatement roles
PENCE VISIT | Says only Trump will restore the country to greatness
PENCE VISIT | Says only Trump will restore the country to greatness
PENCE VISIT | GOP veep candidate says Clinton weak on foreign policy
This is Mike Pence's third campaign stop in the Mahoning Valley since he was named Trump's running mate July 16, and his first without the presidential nominee.
PENCE VISIT | GOP veep candidate enjoys hot dog in Girard
PENCE VISIT | GOP veep candidate enjoys hot dog in Girard
Officials: Suspect in Texas slayings was in US illegally
Officials: Suspect in Texas slayings was in US illegally
Kathy Miller receives death threats over weekend following “racism” statement
Kathy Miller receives death threats over weekend following “racism” statement
Coroner: Students’ injuries in shooting not life-threatening
Coroner: Students’ injuries in shooting not life-threatening
Sheriff’s office: Report of shooting at SC elementary school
Sheriff’s office: Report of shooting at SC elementary school
Women busted for soliciting sex and having drugs at an Austintown hotel
Women busted for soliciting sex and having drugs at an Austintown hotel
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Trump’s stance on nuclear restraint is ambiguous
Trump’s stance on nuclear restraint is ambiguous
Senators vote to override Obama’s veto of Sept. 11 bill
Senators vote to override Obama’s veto of Sept. 11 bill
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Clinton seeks lift from Sanders, First Lady
Clinton seeks campaign lift from Sanders, Michelle Obama
Valley Dems decry GOP ticket ahead of Pence's visit
Valley Dems decry GOP ticket ahead of Pence's visit
Youngstown man indicted on kidnapping, robbery and felonious assault
Youngstown man indicted on kidnapping, robbery and felonious assault
World leaders mourn Peres, praise him as a man of peace
World leaders mourn Peres, praise him as a man of peace
House aides: Deal reached to keep US government running
House aides: Deal reached to keep US government running
Ford recalls Focus hatchbacks for latch release problem
Ford recalls Focus hatchbacks for latch release problem
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Boar’s Head Group of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve
Sunday correction
Sunday correction YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Medical Society Alliance presented the Golden
Italian Village keeps patrons well-fed Welcome to the Family
When you approach The Italian Village, you might think you are walking into an ordinary pizza shop. Let’s be clear, there is nothing wrong with pizza shops. Growing up our neighborhood establishments were mainstays of family dining. But when we walked into Eugene’s place, the first thing that stood out was the floor-to-ceiling photos of family; his Italian immigrant ancestors.
Penguins feeling better as South Dakota looms
After a weekend off, there should be a rejuvenated Youngstown State football team on Saturday playing against South Dakota at Stambaugh Stadium.
Boardman’s Butler, W. Reserve’s Rowley capture county honors
Boardman senior Chris Butler doesn’t lose many cross country races, usually setting the pace and easily outdistancing his competition.
CEO trims Youngstown school board’s powers
City schools CEO limits school board meetings to once monthly
Warren teen expected to be charged after allegations he had sex with dog
The Warren Police Department expected to file a criminal charge by today in Trumbull County Juvenile Court against a boy, 16, accused of having sexual contact with a dog.
Ohio Black Caucus leaders visit Youngstown to urge voter registration
Ohio Legislative Black Caucus leaders promoted voter registration and participation during a visit to a Youngstown barbershop Tuesday
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU’s Morris places second in golf event
YSU’s Morris places second in golf event Rochester, Mich. Freshman Reva Morris had another
PREP ROUNDUP | Tuesday’s games
BOYS SOCCER Howland 4, Canfield 0 HOWLAND David Schwartz scored two goals as the Tigers won
Austintown’s superintendent responds to open enrollment statements
Austintown Superintendent Vince Colaluca said despite public discontent about open enrollment, Austintown schools are doing well
Boardman organization tackling diaper need in Mahoning Valley
Making Kids Count asking for help to collect 50,000 diapers
CONNECTED Google app has all the answers
In an attempt to stay competitive with popular messaging apps such as Snapchat and Facebook’s
‘Deepwater’ hits homeSFlbfor families of victims
By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN Associated Press BATON ROUGE, La. Arleen Weise was apprehensive when she
Orchestra brings music to Valley schools
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN If students can’t come to Powers Auditorium for a musical experience,
Republican VP candidate to rally tonight at Leetonia High
It’s Mike Pence’s first public appearance since Monday’s presidential debate
Salaries, but not benefits, will be compared to other counties in Mahoning pay study
No pay hikes are promised, but no salaries will be cut, county HR official says.
Woman gets three years for firing shot during fight
Victim, who was not injured, does not come to court
YSU announces first Morris and Phyllis Friedman chairman in engineering at YSU
Eric MacDonald is now a part of the YSU Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.
State would offer dollars to improve safety systems in schools
State would offer dollars to improve safety systems in schools
Church collects used pill bottles for service project
Lu Ann Vesy, church secretary at Martin Luther Lutheran Church, 420 Clearmount Drive, Youngstown, pours a bag of donated prescription bottles into a box. The box, which contains about 300 bottles, represents the fifth shipment to Africa.
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Western Reserve Transit Authority, 3 p.m., board room, WRTA, 604 Mahoning Ave.
Enrollment holds steady for Campbell City Schools
Students are still enrolling for the current school year.
Record number watched debate
Associated Press The showdown between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump on Monday night was the
Canada approves natural-gas project
Canada approves natural-gas project TORONTO Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has approved
People are unhappy with new packaging on prescription bottles
People are unhappy with new packaging on prescription bottles Associated Press Longtime
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.65-0.03 Aqua America, .71
Diaper drop-off sites
Diaper drop-off sites Pure Cycle Studios, 4120 Boardman-Canfield Road, Canfield Studio Oxygen,
MIKE PENCE rally | If you go
MIKE PENCE rally | If you go Here’s the information you need if you’re going to see Mike Pence,
Reports of plastic prompt recall of Tyson chicken
Associated Press SPRINGDALE, Ark. Tyson Foods Inc. says it’s voluntarily recalling more than
China group in talks to buy Dick Clark Productions
Associated Press NEW YORK China’s Dalian Wanda Group is in talks to buy Dick Clark Productions,
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Tom Hanks crashes wedding photo shoot NEW YORK Tom Hanks took a break from a jog
Oddly enough
Oddly enough Swooping, gliding over Alps at free-flight festival SAINT HILAIRE DU TOUVET, France
Parks case reassigned
Parks case reassigned BOARDMAN The man arrested last week by Mill Creek MetroParks police for
Former Israeli President Shimon Peres dies at 93
Associated Press JERUSALEM Shimon Peres, a former Israeli president and prime minister, whose
Great taste and health benefits, too Lean Protein
Miso Halibut with Soba Noodle Stir-Fry Family Features Whether you're a competitive sprinter
Associated Press
Associated Press COLUMBUS The families of two black people fatally shot by city police renewed
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Jacklyn Massuri and Marty Mazzella, Girard, boy, Sept.
Portman deploys web tools in Senate race
Associated Press COLUMBUS Much of the work of U.S. Sen. Rob Portman’s re-election campaign in
Invitation to parade
Invitation to parade BOARDMAN The WorldStrides OnStage program invited the Boardman Spartan
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Cafe plans opening for Friday morning YOUNGSTOWN Cultivate, a co-op caf on Elm Street, will
high school football computer ratings
Division I Region 1 1. Massillon Jackson (5-0) 13.4 2. Stow-Munroe Falls (5-0) 12.6 3.
Clinton trounces Trump in first debate, but will it really matter?
Opinion: By Eric Zorn Chicago Tribune A rude, rambling, evasive and mendacious Donald Trump got his rear
Angelina Jolie filed for divorce from Brad Pitt last week, alleging mistreatment by her husband
Angelina Jolie filed for divorce from Brad Pitt last week, alleging mistreatment by her husband
Law aims to reduce blighted properties
Associated Press COLUMBUS A new Ohio law is being viewed as a national model for eliminating
Stuffed tomatoes get French twist
TOMATOES PROVENCAL Makes 4 servings 4small to medium ripe tomatoes (about 2 to 21/2 inches in
African-American museum can teach lessons to us all
Editorial: The opening last week- end of this nation’s $500 million museum devoted to African-American history
Let the slugs live free
Opinion: By Amy Skylark Elizabeth People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals I didn’t choose the slug
Washington should spur economy
Opinion: By Eric Frazier The Charlotte Observer Some startlingly good economic news surfaced two weeks
Tuesday, September 27 (98 stories)
Volney 7th-grader arrested today in teacher assault
A 13-year-old boy was arrested Tuesday on charges of assault and disorderly conduct in the assault of a teacher who was trying to break up a fight about 10:30 a.m. at Volley Rogers Middle School.
Republican VP nominee coming to Leetonia Wednesday
Republican vice-presidential nominee Mike Pence’s first public appearance after the initial presidential debate is a rally Wednesday night at Leetonia High School.
Bestiality charges expected by Wednesday against Warren boy
The Warren Police Department expected to file a criminal charge by today in Trumbull County Juvenile Court against a boy, 16, accused of having sexual contact with a dog.
Ex-Israeli President Shimon Peres dead at 93
Israeli news website YNet is reporting that Former Israeli President Shimon Peres, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate and elder statesman of Israeli politics, has died. He was 93.
Help families needing diapers for their kids Saturday
One in three American families struggle to provide their babies with clean, dry diapers.
Sounds like a movie, Judge Krichbaum tells defendant
Renada Torres told a judge Tuesday in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court that she should have walked away from a fight with a woman in June before firing a shot.
Mahoning pay study to evaluate compensation by locale, position, consultant says
Mahoning County officials launched a county employee compensation and classification study Tuesday with a public meeting at Oakhill Renaissance Place, which was attended by several dozen officials from a broad range of county government departments.
Youngstown schools CEO cuts board meetings to one a month
Youngstown schools CEO cuts board meetings to one a month
Teen arrested at Volney after teacher assaulted, hospitalized
Teen arrested at Volney after teacher assaulted, hospitalized
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Pence breaks with Trump, says humans affect climate change
Pence breaks with Trump, says humans affect climate change
DEBATE ANALYSIS | In debate, Clinton prep overrides Trump omissions
In debate, Clinton prep overrides Trump omissions
Ex-ally: Gov. Christie seemed happy about bridge gridlock
Ex-ally: Gov. Christie seemed happy about bridge gridlock
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Trump on the defensive after combative debate with Clinton
Trump on the defensive after combative debate with Clinton
Trumbull Children Services: Juvenile had sexual contact with animal
Trumbull Children Services reports that juvenile had sexual contact with animal
US stocks open higher, led by tech and consumer companies
US stocks open higher, led by tech and consumer companies
Iran dims hopes for deal on output freeze this week
Iran dims hopes for deal on output freeze this week
’Dramatic slowing’ seen in global trade, as rhetoric rises
’Dramatic slowing’ seen in global trade, as rhetoric rises
Police: Woman, son charged after ex’s body found in trunk
Police: Woman, son charged after ex’s body found in trunk
Ex-Ohio State coach Earle Bruce to dot “i” in Script Ohio
Ex-Ohio State coach Earle Bruce to dot “i” in Script Ohio
Portman quietly deploys web tools as Ohio Senate race rages
Portman quietly deploys web tools as Ohio Senate race rages
Vitus-Varga wedding plans are announced
Dr. Kara Lynn Vitus is engaged to Nicholas Varga, both of Cordova, Tenn. Their parents are
Larry Huston, Nicholas King plan to marry
Larry Huston and Nicholas King, both of Youngstown, plan to be married at noon Saturday at Utopia
Garden Forum shares floral entry results
The Garden Forum of Greater Youngstown presents floral winners from the Canfield Fair.
Church bingo, trip
Church bingo, trip COLUMBIANA St. Jude Church will host Super Bingo on Sunday and Nov. 6. Doors
Walk to End Alzheimer's set for Oct. 8
Annual fundraiser at YSU anticipates more than 700 participants.
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1981 will have its 25th reunion from 6 to 10 p.m. Nov. 26 at
Man enters third guilty plea in treasurer’s office ripoff
Kyheem Underwood, 19, pleaded guilty to theft in office, three counts each of theft and receiving stolen property and six counts of forgery.
‘Pokemon’ cools, but isn’t dead yet
By MAE ANDERSON AP Technology Writer NEW YORK Does “Pokemon Go” have a second act? The
New ordinance could slow down out-of-town property owners
Point-of-sale ordinance has been used in Cleveland Heights and South Euclid
Indians clinch AL Central
The Cleveland Indians clinched the AL Central title Monday night, overcoming an injury to ace Corey Kluber
Jackson: No plans to change kickers
The Browns aren’t kicking kicker Cody Parkey to the side just yet.
Brother of man killed by Warren police sentenced to probation on gun charges
Tre Vaughn L. Walker, 23, brother of two men in the center of chaotic events in October 2013, sentenced to five years intensive probation on two weapons charges.
Mahoning County Democratic Party chairman calls Donald Trump's debate performance 'surreal'
But an area Republican congressman said Trump ‘represents change’ and was ‘authentic’
Fact check: Trump and Clinton deny their own words in debate
Associated Press WASHINGTON Donald Trump’s habit of peddling hype and fabrication emerged
New Panda Express to open Saturday
New Panda Express to open Saturday BOARDMAN The grand opening of a Panda Express restaurant in
Ohio student wins right to use girls’ bathroom
Associated Press COLUMBUS A federal judge rejected a school district’s challenge to President
Vitamin D overdose worries Aussie reader
Q. I’m glad you have been writing about vitamin D. Even here in Australia, many people have low
CORRECTION
CORRECTION Alexus Guy of East Palestine had a girl Sept. 16. Incorrect gender appeared in the
Bank, Pfizer spur stocks to dive
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stocks slumped Monday, and banks took the biggest losses.
GOP security experts worried about Trump in White House
Opinion: Many readers who criticized my recent column on the security dangers of a Trump presidency claimed
Speed cameras in Y’town are part of the landscape
Editorial: A graphic accompanying the front-page story in the Sept. 18 edition of The Vindicator on speed-
Supreme Court indefinitely suspects law license of Girard man
The Ohio Supreme Court on Monday indefinitely suspended Timothy E. Bellew from practicing law.
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Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.68-0.08 Aqua America, .71
Palmer influenced major changes in the game
PGA Tour Commissioner Tim Finchem: “It is not an exaggeration to say there would be no modern day PGA Tour without Arnold Palmer.”
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Regina Spektor: Tonight on “Late
FBI: Murders in America increase 10.8%
Associated Press WASHINGTON Are Americans safer? It depends on where you live. A report
Saudi king slashes salaries of ministers, employee bonuses
Saudi king slashes salaries of ministers, employee bonuses AP Photo SAU101 Eds: Updates with
Health screenings
Health screenings WARREN A free community outreach program, which includes free health
Researchers creating topical gel to act as antibiotic Ear infections
By LAURAN NEERGAARD AP Medical Writer WASHINGTON Parents know the frustration of trying to get
Don’t dishonor our flag
Opinion: By Mark Davis The Dallas Morning News Two new police shooting controversies would seem to lend
New home sales take 7.6% tumble
Associated Press WASHINGTON Sales of new homes retreated in August, one month after surging to
Next foe familiar with OSU schemes
The coaching staff at Rutgers knows the culture of the Ohio State football program as well as any opponent can.
Unlikely lenders
Associated Press NEW YORK They sell diamond rings in malls and used cars at dealerships, make
Trustees give project updates for the township
Three more days of laying asphalt before the resurfacing project will be completed
Jim Litke: Palmer a ‘King’ who never stopped working on his clubs
Arnold Palmer never lost that working-man appeal.
Poland school board approves committee to help guide direction of district
Poland school officials hope new committee will help them reach facilities decision
Associated Press
Associated Press HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. In a combative opening debate, Hillary Clinton emphatically
Scouting still has Porter on the road
Mark Porter has logged 6,000 miles on the road in just five weeks of the prep football season.
Protesters call for impartial probe
Associated Press COLUMBUS Dozens of demonstrators protesting the fatal police shooting of a 13
WATCH D.O.G.S. saw more than 800 attendees in Austintown
WATCH D.O.G.S. brought more than 800 dads, daughters and sons to Austintown Intermediate School
Man hit by car
Man hit by car WARREN A man, 33, of Tod Avenue Northwest, was treated at ValleyCare Trumbull
YSU to announce first Friedman faculty member
YSU to announce first Friedman faculty member YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University President
In Charlotte, crowd heckles officials, seeks resignations
The Charlotte Observer (TNS) CHARLOTTE, N.C. A furious crowd of citizens criticized and often
In Wash., suspect in mall attack confesses confesses
Associated Press MOUNT VERNON, Wash. The suspect accused of killing five people at a Macy’s
Attorneys file three motions in a week on whether to grant Danny Lee Hill retrial
Attorneys for the county prosecutor’s office and Danny Lee Hill have peppered a visiting judge with three filings the past week
Falcons roll past Saints in Big Easy
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS Tevin Coleman rushed for three touchdowns, Matt Ryan passed for
Girard council votes to reallocate revenue from speed camera program
Council declines to follow auditor’s recommendation.
Friends and colleagues recall former journalist
John W. Goodwin Jr., a former Vindicator reporter, died early Monday
Boardman schools, trustees approve land swap for new facilities
Boardman schools, trustees approve land swap for new facilities
Free Indeed Prison Ministries to host Family Parachute event
Free Indeed Prison Ministries to host Family Parachute event
Congress set to override Obama veto
Associated Press WASHINGTON Congress is poised to override President Barack Obama’s veto of a
Cubs rout Bucs for win 100
Associated Press pittsburgh Joe Maddon was proud that his Chicago Cubs reached 100 wins for the
In Houston, triggerman had 2,500 live rounds
Associated Press HOUSTON A disgruntled lawyer wearing military-style apparel with old Nazi
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Poland Township trustees, 5:30 p.m., special meeting in executive session to
Monday, September 26 (69 stories)
Indians clinch AL Central
The Indians beat the Detroit Tigers 7-4 to clinch their first AL Central title since 2007.The Indians beat the Detroit Tigers 7-4 to clinch their first AL Central title since 2007.
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Rundown of debate points so far
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Rundown of debate points to far
Girard council votes to reallocate revenue from speed camera program
Girard council votes to reallocate revenue from speed camera program
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Clinton, Trump set for high-stakes showdown
Debate Night: Clinton, Trump set for high-stakes showdown
YSU to announce first Friedman faculty member Tuesday
YSU to announce first Friedman faculty member Tuesday
WORTH A LOOK
BINGO/CARD PARTIES Sts. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church is sponsoring bingo Sunday at the
Just say no to Narcan? Heroin rescue efforts draw backlash
Just say no to Narcan? Heroin rescue efforts draw backlash
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Campaign says Trump wasn’t lying about Holt
Campaign says Trump wasn’t lying about Holt
Woman to be arraigned in connection with Sunday stabbing
Woman to be arraigned in connection with Sunday stabbing
'Bae' takes aim at would-be robbers on the East Side
'Bae' takes aim at would-be robbers on the East Side
Mantua resident wins $3.4M in Queen of Hearts game
Staff report GARRETTSVILLE Terry Vechery of Mantua won the $3.4 million jackpot Sunday in the
Code enforcement struggles to bring out-of-state owners into compliance
By JUSTIN WIER news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN While the city has implemented programs to deal with
By SEAN BARRON
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com WARREN Bob Barker is best known for having hosted the longtime
Canfield city council defines the meaning of church
Council members enacted legislation defining a church to keep a shady history from repeating itself
Boardman teachers organize new inquiry-based experiments for students
Boardman teachers organize new inquiry-based experiments for students
Kristen Bell finds herself in 'Good Place'
By Robert Lloyd Tribune News Service The afterlife, being unknowable, is a great blank canvas, a
Album reflects on roots, family
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Recording new music had Florida Georgia Line,
SPORTS digest
YSU soccer team falls to Illinois-Chicago Chicago The Youngstown State women’s soccer team
YEARS AGO
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Struthers must weigh future of jail carefully
Editorial: For more than one year now, operations at the Struthers City Jail have been chained to controversy,
Food/lunch/clothing
Food/lunch/clothing Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, lunch,
The Top 20 Global Concert Tours ranks artists by average box-office gross per city and includes the
The Top 20 Global Concert Tours ranks artists by average box-office gross per city and includes the
Showtime: It’s Trump vs. Clinton tonight in first debate
Combined dispatches NEW YORK Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump have been locked in a fierce
US terror attacks have common denominator in Anwar al-Awlaki
Associated Press NEW YORK Five years after Anwar al-Awlaki was killed by an American drone
It’s not child’s play Kids in Hollywood
By Neal Justin Star Tribune (TNS) LOS ANGELES Hudson Yang, breakout star of the hit ABC comedy
Sacred Conversations on Racism was Sunday at St. Edward Catholic Church
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The new racism is to deny that racism
Is debate Hillary’s to lose?
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service Maybe, in tonight’s nationally televised debate between
Backpack trip in Pa. planned in October
The event will be at Jennings Environmental Education Center
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Tour guides: College skips dorm over pot complaints SWARTHMORE, Pa. Student tour
Ohio nuclear plant back up operating
Ohio nuclear plant back up operating OAK HARBOR, Ohio An Ohio nuclear plant along Lake Erie is
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Youngstown City school board, 5:30 p.m., 20 W. Wood St. May adjourn to executive
Who will save white underclass?
Opinion: By Joel Mathis and Ben Boychuk Tribune News Service Need an explanation for Donald Trump’s rise?
Union-made miracle on the Hudson
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords In their ongoing, all-out assault to crush labor unions, corporate
Man in mall-shooting case: ‘Creepy,’ had arrests
Associated Press OAK HARBOR, WASH. The 20-year-old man suspected of killing five people with a
Associated Press
Associated Press COLUMBUS The federal government has extended the deadline for Ohio homeowners
Just say no to Narcan? Heroin rescue efforts draw backlash
Associated Press CINCINNATI First-responders in U.S. communities reeling from waves of heroin
In gas-drilling country, royalty honeymoon ends
Associated Press WYALUSING, PA. Jan Brown pores over his royalty statement and wonders where the
Austintown aces accommodating all ages
Austintown is getting an 18-hole disc golf course at Austintown Township Park
Newton Falls cyclist struck and killed
Newton Falls cyclist struck and killed NEWTON FALLS A Newton Falls man was killed Sunday in a
South Side shooting critically injures man
South Side shooting critically injures man YOUNGSTOWN A man was critically injured in a shooting
Pauley replacing Osgood on ‘Sunday Morning’
Pauley replacing Osgood on ‘Sunday Morning’ NEW YORK Jane Pauley is becoming a morning
COLUMBIANA/TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS columbiana COUNTY New complaints Ohio Edison Co. v. Jessika Watkins, money. Ohio
Ohio’s Good Samaritan law took effect last week, providing immunity for some minor drug crimes
Ohio joined 34 other states last week in offering immunity from prosecution for a person who seeks medical assistance for someone experiencing a drug overdose.
Sunday, September 25 (109 stories)
South Side shooting critically injures man tonight
The shooting took place on East Midlothian Boulevard
At least 26 killed in new airstrikes in Aleppo, Syria
An emergency UN Security Council meeting exposed friction between Russia and Western powers
Warnings issued in Cleveland after 7 overdose deaths there Saturday
Some fear a deadly drug additive is present in heroin in Northeast Ohio
Newton Falls bicyclist, 19, killed in crash this morning
The Highway Patrol says an SUV struck the rear of the victim's bicycle
'People are fighting mad' over severe cuts in royalty checks from drilling
They argue oil and gas companies are making far too many deductions
Denzel Washington, Tom Hanks rule weekend box office
'Magnificent Seven' topped the box office with $35 million in revenue this weekend
Shooting demonstrators remain peaceful today outside Charlotte Panthers NFL game
A heavy police presence greeted protesters
City council in Canfield codifies into law its definition of church
The action followed incidents of prostitution and drug activity at a Christian retreat in Canfield
Those who help overdose victims get help now immune from drug prosecution
Not everyone is convinced of the value of the new 'Good Samaritan Law' in Ohio
Foundation's first fundraiser planned Oct. 8
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Sight for All Foundation will host its first fundraiser, the First
Book discussion set for Tuesday
Book discussion set for Tuesday salem “Honeymoon with My Brother” has been chosen for the book
Jenna Cicchillo named Medical Alliance Gem of the Year
Cicchillo was named Gem of the Year at a dinner on Sept. 7.
Haley Harmon, Adam Magana plan October rite
Haley Harmon and Adam Magana, both of Boardman, plan to be married Oct. 22. Miss Harmon is the
Cicozi-Saborse plan ceremony for December
The parents of Nicole Cicozi and Nico Saborse, both of Austintown, are announcing the couple’s
Richards-Barcey wedding plans are announced
STREETSBORO, OHIO Taylor Blaine Richards and Christian Paul Barcey, both of Streetsboro, are
Demyan-Kowal wedding plans are announced
STRUTHERS Mr. and Mrs. Joseph S. Demyan of Struthers are announcing the engagement of their
Parents announce Callow-Bruns engagement
GIRARD Veliko and Lee Callow of Girard are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Kathryn V.
Danielle Downie, Scott Johnson set to be married
CANFIELD Alex and Christine Downie of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Lauren Zap, Jonathan Bixler plan wedding
GIRARD The parents of Lauren Zap of Girard and Jonathan Bixler of Chagrin Falls, Ohio, join them
Marino-French wedding plans are announced
POLAND Joseph and Patricia Marino of Poland are announcing the wedding plans of their daughter,
Miss Hanuschak, Mr. Brennan plan to marry
AUSTINTOWN Kayla Hanuschak and Christopher Brennan, both of Austintown, are engaged and plan to be
Sage Miller, Michael Hoffman are engaged
COLUMBIANA Sage Miller and Michael Hoffman, both of Columbiana, are engaged and plan to be married
Tayler Diana, Marc Centofanti to be married
The parents of Tayler Diana and Marc Centofanti, both of Canfield, are announcing the plans of the
Essential oils program scheduled at library
Essential oils program scheduled at library EAST PALESTINE East Palestine Memorial Public
Webbers mark 50th anniversary at family dinner
YOUNGSTOWN Norman Sr. and Christine Webber of Youngstown celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
SENIOR CITIZENS
PERI Inc., Mahoning County Chapter 18, will meet at noon Oct. 4 at Antone’s Banquet Center, 8578
SENIOR MENU
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Chelsea says her mom has record of standing up for what’s right
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN youngstown@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN “Everything I care about most is at risk”
Award-winning journalist Anderson Cooper talks career, election
Cooper spoke to a full house Saturday at Stambaugh Auditorium.
Participants go over edge to raise funds
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Ky’liah Finger has no problem occasionally living
SPORTS DIGEST || Team USA defeats Phantoms in opener
The Youngstown Phantoms opened their eighth USHL season on Saturday with a 5-3 loss to Team USA.
Pink Ribbon Walk
raises funds for breast cancer awareness By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com WARREN Breast cancer
Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta marks 65th year
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com HOWLAND Sixty-five years of sisterhood and public service were
More Prep Results
More Prep Results FOOTBALL Cardinal Mooney 42, Lake Catholic 12 MENTOR Mooney (4-1) rushed
Annual Nonviolence parade, rally next Sunday
The parade will kick off Ohio Nonviolence Week, which is Oct. 2-8
Recaps of Saturday’s MVFC games
Western Illinois 28, Northern Illinois 23 DEKALB, ILL. Sean McGuire threw for 315 yards and a
6th Ward YouthFest is Saturday
The event provides family fun and educational opportunities for students and parents on the South Side.
Land contracts aid exploitation of city’s vacant housing stock
By JUSTIN WIER news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Land contracts are one of the ways that out-of-state
Out-of-state homeowners hinder fight on blight
Jerry and Barbara O’Hara talk about how out-of-town owners of local homes are having a debilitating influence on their Halls Heights Avenue neighborhood in the West Side’s Garden District. They have lived in their home since 1966. Jerry is president of the Garden District Neighborhood Association.
Licorice scrip was almost lethal
Q. My naturopath prescribed licorice to ease nausea and acid reflux. A month later, I was in the
Saturday’s Top 25 College Football games
No. 1 Alabama 48, Kent State 0 TUSCALOOSA, ALA. Jalen Hurts ran and threw for touchdowns and
A great deal riding on Clinton-Trump debate
Editorial: By any objective measure, the Republican presidential primary debates were a three-ring circus with
Real-life tragedy led to character’s death
Q. I’m a recent watcher and fan of “Rizzoli and Isles” and have been enjoying the reruns of the
Missy Bookbinder plays with Duke before the annual Pink Ribbon Run/Walk sponsored by Trumbull
Missy Bookbinder plays with Duke before the annual Pink Ribbon Run/Walk sponsored by Trumbull
Info on pu blic pensions is not secret; it’s private
Opinion: Info on pu blic pensions is not secret; it’s private Once again, Bertram de Souza has published a
Try these tips to get the lowest airfare
The easiest way to find and compare all of the flight and fare options for a particular route is to
Area Golf scores
Area Golf scores BEDFORD TRAILS Lady Players — Low Gross: Beth Kobley 43. Low Net: Gerri
Around the Horn | Saturday’s other MLB games
NATIONAL LEAGUE Nationals 6, Pirates 1 PITTSBURGH Washington clinched a postseason berth and
Racist rants to behold
Opinion: Kathy Miller did David Duke proud with her verbal lashings of blacks in America. Who is Duke? Only
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Meeting at Butler YOUNGSTOWN The Board of Trustees and the Director of The Butler Institute of
The hero at Helmick house
Opinion: Kevin Helmick walks into a room and takes up the space of a football player. You might guess his
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Newton Township trustees, 6:30 p.m., administration building, 4410 Newton Falls-
Suspect in mall shooting is captured
Associated Press BURLINGTON, Wash. The suspect in a shooting at a Washington state mall that
MILESTONES
MILESTONES Doctorate Michael W. Hudoba, son of Dr. Russell and Marilyn Hudoba, recently received
MID-AMERICAN CONFERENCE football Saturday’s games
Cincinnati 27, Miami 20 CINCINNATI Tion Green ran for 83 yards and a late touchdown, rallying
Baltimore shooting leaves 8 injured
Associated Press BALTIMORE Three gunmen shot and wounded eight people including a 3-year-old
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one
Ryan Cmil aced No. 3 at Mill Creek North. He used a 7-iron on the 149-yard shot. Witnesses were Tom
YEARS AGO
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‘Poldark’ returns as thrilling remake of 1970s drama series
Associated Press BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. Before starting an interview, Aidan Turner checks that he
Citizens Bank does its part for Hunger Action Month
Opinion: Citizens Bank does its part for Hunger Action Month Hunger exists in every community in the
3 bodies found in sea off Florida Keys
3 bodies found in sea off Florida Keys ISLAMORADA, Fla. Three bodies have been found in the sea
ON THE LINKS | Saturday’s pro golf results
PGA TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP ATLANTA Dustin Johnson made one mistake that suddenly put some intrigue
Pearl Harbor more memorial than memory
By Ellen Creager Detroit Free Press (TNS) Most people alive today recall the dreadful day of
Before cameras, souvenirs commemorated heroes
In past centuries, before the invention of the camera, heroes and celebrities were remembered with
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Commonwealth” by Ann Patchett (Harper) 2. “Pirate” by Clive Cussler and
Historic site in upstate New York adds trail, cruises Fort Ticonderoga
By CHRIS CAROLA Associated Press TICONDEROGA, N.Y. Fort Ticonderoga has educated and
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Paladin Brewing marks first year anniversary
As Paladin Brewing owner/operator John Chandler celebrates his craft brewery’s first anniversary, he is pleased and proud of where things stand.
Amercian Airlines panel rethinks star treatment
Amercian Airlines panel rethinks star treatment American Airlines flies more passengers out of
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Hacker claims to have stolen thousands of Middleton’s photos LONDON London police
RUNNERS, TO YOUR MARKS … Upcoming races and walks
OCTOBER SATURDAY — The Dam Run at Lake Milton State Park. Cost is $30. Call Halliday’s Winery at
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Big Ten Conference Football | Saturday’s games
No. 11 Wisconsin 30, No. 8 Michigan State 6 EAST LANSING, MICH. Leo Musso returned a fumble 66
Beatles draw crowds with ‘Eight Days’ film
Tribune News Service A modestly budgeted independent film documentary about a pop-culture
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Gianna and Zachary Struharik, Youngstown, boy, Sept. 23.
MLB Indians waste chances, lose at home
Magic number at 2 despite loss Associated Press Cleveland The Cleveland Indians blew some
Police in Charlotte release video footage
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. Charlotte police released dramatic video footage Saturday that
TRUMBULL COUNTY Bar association awards
The Trumbull County Bar Association hosted its Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner last week at Caf
REGIONAL COLLEGE FOOTBALL
REGIONAL COLLEGE FOOTBALL Saturday’s games Mount Union 49, Baldwin-Wallce 7 BEREA Freshman
Mount Union sets its 2016-17 lecture series
The cost to attend an individual event is $10; there is also a seasonal package for $50
Golf Calendar Upcoming outings
SEPTEMBER MONDAY — Warren Gridiron Club’s inaugural NFL Legends of Warren Reunion & Celebrity Golf
Black history finds home on National Mall
Associated Press WASHINGTON Black history officially has a new, prominent place in America’s
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
NAMED Polka Dot Powerhouse has announced Sandra Barger as its managing director of the Mahoning
METRO DIGEST || St. Vincent de Paul dining hall closed
Dining hall closed YOUNGSTOWN The St. Vincent de Paul Society dining hall, 208 W. Front St., is
Miller’s words are deeply hurtful
Opinion: By The Rev. MARCIA DINKINS Special to The Vindicator The Mahoning Valley has a long and
Cleveland’s Murray latest to be kicked by the injury bug
Associated Press CLEVELAND Already down, the Browns have been kicked again by the injury bug.
Week of September 25, 2016
Laura E. Giancola to Robert E. Flanisan, Montereale Drive. Canfield, $505,000. Bryan T. Sahli et
Saturday, September 24 (91 stories)
CNN's Anderson Cooper reviews career, talks politics at Stambaugh
Award-winning journalist Anderson Cooper said the 2016 presidential race between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump is unlike any that he has seen in his 24-year career.
Delta Sigma Theta chapter marks 65 years of service tonight
Sixty-five years of sisterhood and public service were proudly celebrated Saturday evening.
Beaatitude House hopes to raise funding bar with rappelling event
Ky’liah Finger has no problem occasionally living life on the edge.
Saturday's Pink Ribbon Run/Walk raises money for Trumbull cancer patients
Breast cancer is devastating and potentially life-threatening, but on the grounds of Trumbull Memorial Hospital Saturday morning, about 150 walkers and runners offered a message of hope: it can be beaten.
Chelsea stumps for her mom in Youngstown, aided by actress Sally Field
“Everything I care about most is at risk” in the year’s presidential election, Chelsea Clinton Mezvinsky told a standing-room-only crowd downtown Saturday.
St. Vincent de Paul Society temporarily closed due to water leak
The St. Vincent de Paul Society dining hall, 208 W. Front St., is temporarily closed because of water damage, according to 21 WFMJ-TV, The Vindicator’s broadcast partner.
1,200 without power
More than 1,200 business and residential customers are without power tonight in the city, including the area around Stambaugh Auditorium.
CCCN to host hoedown benefit
CCCN to host hoedown benefit NORTH LIMA Canfield Community Care Net is hosting its third annual
Jayne-Anne Tulanko-Melton | John Hall Jr.
WILLOUGHBY HILLS, OHIO Jayne-Anne Tulanko-Melton became the wife of John Hall Jr., both of
Allison Tillery | Matthew Kelley
CHICAGO Allison Tillery and Matthew Kelley were married on Sept. 26, 2015, in The Hotel Allegro.
Mallory Naffah | Jeffrey Padurean
CANFIELD Mallory Lynn Naffah of Canfield and Jeffrey Glen Padurean of Lisbon were married in a
Kristy Mills | Drake Lenz
BOARDMAN Kristy Mills became the wife of Drake Lenz on Sept. 3. The two were married by Dale
Jacqueline Lalama | Micah Fisher
CANFIELD Jacqueline Lalama of Canfield and Micah Fisher of Cincinnati exchanged wedding vows Sept.
Warren selected as first Ohio school for Any Given Child program
The Any Given Child program focuses on making sure every child has access to a quality arts education.
Suspect charged with anti-Semitic graffiti throughout Mill Creek
Mill Creek MetroParks is thanking its users after they helped identify a suspect who police believe drew anti-Semitic graffiti throughout the park.
Howland brings Hubbard back down to Earth
According to the new math used by the Howland Tigers, their record this season is 3-0.
Family-friendly event will honor Struthers Civil War veteran
Struthers’ last living Civil War veteran died in 1930.
Fed appellate court says Ohio voter purge violates election law
Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted defends his method for removing people from voter rolls
South Range stays unbeaten, routs Lisbon
A matchup between two undefeated teams known for their dominant running attacks had all the makings of a great game.
Survey sheds light on Poland school issues
Poland schools survey helps district officials find best path forward
SPORTS digest
Chargers’ Bosa to miss third straight game SAN DIEGO Chargers rookie defensive end Joey Bosa
Valley sales-tax increases show more consumer spending
The Vindicator looks at sales tax revenues in the Mahoning Valley during the first half of the year.
YPD: Assault, slaying on Kensington may be connected
A Kensington Avenue man was beaten by three men, two with handguns and the other with a golf club, police say
OSU extension specialist: More emphasis needed on West Nile Virus
Both Zika and West Nile are spread via mosquitoes, and there are no vaccines to prevent either disease
Attorney seeks discharge of Yavorcik's Oakhill conviction
The arguments were raised and rejected by the judge during the trial
Chase Bank wants out of theft lawsuit involving Linda Kovachik
Chase Bank wants to be dismissed from a $150,000 lawsuit over a reported theft from an elderly woman.
MetroParks gardens director visits Costa Rica
Andrew Pratt, gardens director for Mill Creek MetroParks, plans to apply some what he learned during his 10-day Costa Rica trip to his direction of Fellows Riverside Gardens, particularly its annual orchid exhibit.
Overdoses exceed 1,000 in one month
Associated Press CINCINNATI Hospital emergency workers in a southwest county have handled an
Sunday news shows
Sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Trump campaign
Researchers: Bamboo is material of the future
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Don’t worry, pandas. They’re not coming for your food. Homes and
In appreciation of growth in public art in the Valley
Editorial: A surge in public art in recent years has been painting the Mahoning Valley increasingly vibrant.
Stocks fall after 3 days of gains
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stock indexes closed moderately lower Friday following three days
record reviews
Pretty Yende Album: “A Journey” Grade: B What’s not to love about Pretty Yende? Her voice is
4 people killed in mall shooting
4 people killed in mall shooting SEATTLE Authorities in Washington state said four people have
oddly enough
oddly enough Mom who swore at meeting not guilty of disorderly conduct PITTSBURGH A mother of
McDonald gets back on track vs. United
This game had a little of everything — a touchdown before the actual seven o’clock kickoff, a 10 minute power outage, and lights flickering in the press box.
Church anniversary
Church anniversary YOUNGSTOWN Reed’s Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, 1939 Jacobs
ON THE LINKS | Friday’s pro golf results
TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP ATLANTA Dustin Johnson powered his way down the fairways and occasionally out
What a Rushton: Liberty QB makes big plays
Dra Rushton picked up a fumble and returned it 60 yards for a touchdown and the junior also had an interception and threw a TD pass.
Agency paying $450K to settle suit
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The Pittsburgh area’s transit agency is agreeing to pay $450,000 to
“Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be
“Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be
Indians inch closer to title
The anticipation of their first division championship since 2007 is building for the Cleveland Indians
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Phantoms will open season with six returning players
The returning five forwards are Tommy Apap, Alex Esposito, Eric Esposito, Noah LaLonde and Garrett Hall.
Gun show
Gun show West Middlesex, Pa. Hidden Valley Sportsmen’s Club, 268 Gilkey Road, will have a gun
Late stop, pick lift Lakeview
It was a Drew Munno play which doesn’t appear on the stat sheet that proved the be the biggest of them all
WARREN HOMECOMING Scheduled events
Warren Homecoming, which began Friday, continues through Monday. It is the brainchild of Warren
Canfield officers look for Zachary Irvin on charges of child endangerment
Officers are looking for a Youngstown man charged with child endangerment after he did not show up for court
Clinton struggles to secure Obama coalition
Associated Press WASHINGTON Hillary Clinton long planned to activate the vaunted Obama coalition
Officer had helped save another’s life
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Columbus police officer who fatally shot a 13-year-old black boy
National anthem deserves respect
Opinion: By Francis J. DEASEY The Philadelphia Inquirer The sight of people kneeling during the playing
‘STORKS’
‘STORKS’ Grade: Two and a half stars out of four Credits: Directed by Nicholas Stoller and Doug
Hack poses challenge for struggling Yahoo
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Yahoo has been struggling for years to keep people coming back to
Today’s top entertainment picks:
Today’s top entertainment picks: v Adam Trent, 7:30: The magician-comedian dazzles with sleight of
Browns’ Haden questionable for Dolphins
The two-time Pro Bowler has a groin issue and is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game at Miami.
YEARS AGO
Today is Saturday, Sept. 24, the 268th day of 2016. There are 98 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Iowa cities mobilize for flooding
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Authorities in several Iowa cities were mobilizing resources
Three new TV shows about vacations, travel
By BETH J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor NEW YORK Carnival Corp. is launching three TV programs
Father says bombing suspect changed
Associated Press The father of the man charged with setting off bombs in New York and New Jersey
UPS testing drones for delivery system
Associated Press MARBLEHEAD, Mass. One of the world’s largest package delivery companies is
‘Storks’ is a weird, wacky bundle of joy
By Katie Walsh Tribune News Service Welcome to the very strange, and strangely moving, world of
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Ribbon-cutting for Cardinal Credit AUSTINTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a
Penn State, insurer settle fight that revealed scandal details
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Penn State has settled a court fight with its insurer over
McDonald’s mulls breakfast Happy Meals
Associated Press NEW YORK McDonald’s is considering another addition to its all-day breakfast
Lawyer for slain man’s family to meet with AG
Associated Press DAYTON The attorney for the family of a man fatally shot by police at a
Cruz reverses course, says he’ll vote for Trump
Associated Press WASHINGTON Ted Cruz announced Friday he will vote for Donald Trump, a dramatic
Obama vetoes 9/11 bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama rejected a bill Friday that would have
Taking the religious road less traveled
And just when I thought … Three years ago I, along with my wife, joined a delightful, progressive
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Daniel J. Hacker, 35, of 7589 Stewart Sharon Road,
holy name of jesus church
The 100th anniversary of Holy Name of Jesus Church will be marked at a Mass at 4 p.m. Oct. 1 at the
METRO DIGEST || Food giveaways
Food giveaways YOUNGSTOWN Two area churches are having food giveaways today: Victory Lutheran
Time to rethink Mahoning River
As a child of the 1950s and ’60s, I learned to associate the Mahoning River with nothing remotely
Anyone can be a conservationist
Anyone can be a conservationist. It requires no special training or education. A few dollars or a
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
blessing of animals
blessing of animals Services planned The traditional blessing of animals celebrates the life of
PREP FOOTBALL Friday’s other games
Jefferson 50 Girard 40 GIRARD Jeremiah Knight rushed for 369 yards on 28 carries and scored five
More Prep results
BOYS SOCCER Lordstown 3, Badger 1 LORDSTOWN The Red Devils’ Chris Eakins scored twice in the
Boardman officials to vote on property swap Monday
Boardman township and school officials slated to vote on property exchange
Stakeholder meeting
Stakeholder meeting YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown City School District will host a series of
PRESIDENTIAL ROUNDUP Upcoming appearances
Here’s who will be in Northeast Ohio this weekend and next week campaigning for Democratic
Friday, September 23 (130 stories)
Strong support for new school buildings in Poland, survey shows
Nearly 59 percent of people who live in the school district could support a plan to build new schools.
New Fellows Gardens director gains experience on Costa Rica trip
Poisonous snakes, cloud forests, and orchids that blossom 40 feet above the ground.
Sales tax figures show increase in Valley's consumer spendiing in last year
More jobs, more income, cheaper fuel, less debt and better household wealth all lead to more consumer spending.
Chase Bank wants out of woman's lawsuit involving Kovachick theft
JPMorgan Chase Bank is asking to be dismissed from an elderly Canfield woman’s lawsuit, which accuses the bank of negligently failing to halt the reported theft of the Canfield woman’s assets by Linda Kovachik of Boardman.
Yavorcik attorney seeking dismissal of Oakhill corruption conviction
The attorney for Martin Yavorcik said his client’s eight-felony conviction in connection with the Oakhill Renaissance Place corruption scandal should be dismissed because of errors made by the trial judge.
Struthers Historical Society sets Alexander Frankfort Day Oct. 1
Alexander Frankfort was a survivor.
OVI checkpoints in Austintown tonight
The Mahoning County OVI Task Force, in conjunction with the Ohio State Highway Patrol will conduct two OVI checkpoints here tonight:
Warren first Ohio district to get Kennedy Center program
Colorful pictures line the hallways of Willard pre-kindergarten through eighth-grade school.
MetroParks thanks patrons for helping ID intimidation graffiti suspect
Mill Creek MetroParks is thanking its users after they helped identify a suspect who police believe drew anti-Semitic graffiti throughout the park.
YPD probes potential tie between Kensington slaying and beating
Police are investigating whether there’s a connection between the fatal shooting of a man on Kensington Avenue and the assault of a neighbor by three men with handguns and a golf club.
Federal court rules Ohio violated election laws with voter roll purges
The 6th U.S. Court of Appeals ruled the state violated federal election law with its method for removing people from the voter rolls, remanding the case for further consideration.
Kidney foundation walk/run awareness event is Sunday at Canfield Fairgrounds
Kidney foundation walk/run awareness event is Sunday at Canfield Fairgrounds
GOP vice presidential candidate stumps for Trump in Leetonia on Wednesday
GOP vice presidential candidate stumps for Trump in Leetonia on Wednesday
Canfield police looking for Youngstown man who skipped out on court hearing
Canfield police looking for Youngstown man who skipped out on court hearing
2 Youngstown churches have food giveaways Saturday
2 Youngstown churches have food giveaways Saturday
US Route 62 between Himrod and South avenues closed tonight through Saturday morning
US Route 62 between Himrod and South avenues closed tonight through Saturday morning
Boardman officials to vote on property exchange Monday
Boardman officials to vote on property exchange Monday
Youngstown schools hosts community meetings next week
Youngstown schools hosts community meetings next week
Suspect arrested for anti-Semitic graffiti in Mill Creek Park
Suspect arrested for anti-Semitic graffiti in Mill Creek Park
Day of remembrance vigil set Sunday at Warren's Courthouse Square
Day of remembrance vigil set Sunday at Warren's Courthouse Square
UPDATE | OSHP searches Campbell business for stolen vehicles
State patrol searches Campbell landscaping company
OSHP: Driver of ambulance struck by SUV in Ohio dies
OSHP: Driver of ambulance struck by SUV in Ohio dies
Registrations accepted for YWCA of Youngstown's annual women's leadership conference
Registrations accepted for YWCA of Youngstown's annual women's leadership conference
Community celebrates Warren's selection for arts program
Community celebrates Warren's selection for arts program
Police: Employee fatally shot supervisors at Tennessee plant
Police: Employee fatally shot supervisors at Tennessee plant
Ryan announces $1 million for Trumbull County youth program
Ryan announces $1 million for Trumbull County youth program
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Guilford Civic Association will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at Guilford Ruritan Hall,
CONCERT REVIEW: Brian Fallon and Ryan Bingham at Stage AE
headline CONCERT REVIEW: Brian Fallon and Ryan Bingham at Stage AE By GUY D’ASTOLFO
St. Michael Garden Guild will host fundraiser
Five Fantastic Florists fundraiser will take place at St. Michael Family Life Center in Canfield.
Audubon society to host cleanings
Audubon society to host cleanings BOARDMAN The Audubon Society of Mahoning Valley is hosting a
Hazing shuts down small town’s football program
Hazing inflicted by upperclassmen on 11 freshman players at a conditioning camp has led to the season’s cancellation.
Aqua Ohio rate hikes loom for Mahoning County
Rates will rise 4.2 percent annually in the first two years and 4.5 percent annually in the third and fourth years of the county’s agreement.
Actor Astin stumps for Hillary at YSU; Chelsea Clinton, Sally Field to visit Sat.
Electing Donald Trump ‘would be a catastrophe for the country,’ Astin said.
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU men’s tennis team to host clinic Saturday
YSU men’s tennis team to host clinic Saturday YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown men’s tennis team is
English lesson: Cards top Spartans
Tanor English scored both goals and Jad Saleh recorded his fourth shutout.
Community Connectors Program seeking mentors, internships for students
Former world champion boxer “Boom Boom” Mancini urged the Choffin students to follow their career dreams.
More Prep results
VOLLEYBALL Brookfield 25-25-20-25, Liberty 18-22-25-23 BROOKFIELD Tori Sheehan had 13 kills
Vegetation, student motivation thrive in Taft School garden
Taft Grows Green sprouts tomatoes, green beans, blueberries, eggplant and pumpkins and, for one student, a new outlook.
Filing says judge indicated ruling against Danny Lee Hill retrial
A filing by attorneys for Danny Lee Hill says the judge considering a possible retrial for the death row inmate has indicated she will deny the request.
Magistrate’s decision apparently will keep senior from attending Warren JFK
A temporary protection order approved means a John F. Kennedy High School senior will be prohibited from attending the school
Fatal beating lawsuit dismissed again
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit against a former CSB interim director in the fatal beating of Teddy Foltz.
Yes, Kathy Miller, racism did exist
Youngstown's long history of racial tensions, discrimination and segregation contradict Kathy Miller's recent remarks to a British reporter.
Despite apology, GOP ex-chair stands by comments
This Vindicator file photo from July 17, 1969, captured the scene on Hillman Street on Youngstown’s South Side as police officers clash with protesters who smashed windows, looted stores, set fires and pelted officers. Despite the assertions of Kathy Miller (pictured in the inset), who declared ‘I don’t think there was any racism until Obama,’ the city was not isolated from the frustration black Americans nationwide felt in the 1960s.
Canfield Sports Briefs
Girls golf defeats Fitch Canfield girls golf team beat Austintown Fitch with a total score of
Poland Community Briefs
MCCTC flower shop opens The student-run flower shop at the Mahoning County Career and Technical
Austintown Middle School to host robotics competition
The Northeast Ohio FIRST Robotics Alliance (NEOFRA), recently announced the 2016 Mahoning Valley
Miller quits Trump campaign after roiling the political waters with statements about racism
Opinion: Wow, that was fast. I was talking Thursday to Kathy Miller, chairwoman of Mahoning County for
Surplus food
Surplus food Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, various commodities, 8:30
YEARS AGO
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The mediocre ‘Seven’
By Katie Walsh Tribune News Service Seven warriors fight for the vulnerable, in a formula that
oddly enough
oddly enough Calf with 2 faces born at farm in Kentucky CAMPBELLSVILLE, Ky. Visitors to a
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Justin A. Pryor, 30, of 17515 Lakewood Ave., Lake
Advisers urge Trump to keep cool in debate
Associated Press WASHINGTON Donald Trump’s advisers are urging him to keep his cool during next
Rookie WR Coleman out at least a month
Corey Coleman does not need an operation, but will need four to six weeks to recover.
Brewers end Pirates’ win streak in Milwaukee
Chris Carter hit his 37th home run, matching his career high, and Scooter Gennett sliced an opposite-field, two run homer to help the Milwaukee Brewers avoid another sweep at Miller Park by the Pittsburgh Pirates
Blasko attends STEM forum
Canfield Village Middle School eighth-grader Eliza Blasko attended the National Youth Leadership Forum: Explore STEM program at Loyola University June 25-30. Blasko, daughter of Rich and Paula Blasko, was nominated to attend the program by CVMS teacher Dominique Tozzi.
‘THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN’
‘THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN’ Grade: Two stars out of four Credits: Directed by Antoine Fuqua; cast
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Medical examiner: Mia Farrow’s son Thaddeus killed himself ROXBURY, Conn. The 27
Steelers looking to extend success against rookie QBs
The list of rookie quarterbacks the Pittsburgh Steelers have provided lesson after lesson to over the past 12 years is long if not always distinguished.
if you go
if you go Who: Jason Aldean with Thomas Rhett and A Thousand Horses. When: 7:30 p.m. tonight and
Pressure mounts to release video of shooting
PROTESTS REMAIN PEACEFUL Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. Protesters massed on Charlotte’s
Yes, Virginia, NE Ohio is a manufacturing hub
Editorial: True or False? Manufacturing remains a productive, viable and growing segment of the economy of the
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments against these people Thursday on these charges:
State putting money into program that better tracks addicts and provides them with broader range of services
The $628,020 grant is from the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
Grant for Lowellville
Grant for Lowellville LOWELLVILLE The Ohio Developmental Services Agency Office of Community
Black girls’ dilemma
Opinion: By Lewis Diuguid The Kansas City Star African-American girls don’t often see themselves depicted
A Thousand Horses mixes rock, country
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com A Thousand Horses has been traversing the countryside
YSU dance festival planned
Staff report youngstown The Department of Theater and Dance at Youngstown State University will
2 charged with dealing heroin laced with tranquilizer
Associated Press CINCINNATI Two Ohio residents have been indicted on federal charges of
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Ribbon-cutting for Ameriprise Financial POLAND The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber had a
The home rehab begins Saturday
The Austintown home is expected to be completed by Thanksgiving Staff report AUSTINTOWN Local
Today’s top entertainment picks:
Today’s top entertainment picks: v Cabaret, 7:30 p.m.: The duo of Mary Jo Maluso and Rick Blackson
Vegas lawyer removes ‘Black Lives Matter’ pin
Associated Press LAS VEGAS A deputy public defender in Las Vegas gave in to a judge’s request
Santana lifts Tribe over KC, closer to title
Carlos Santana’s three-run homer pushed the Cleveland Indians to a 5-2 win over the Kansas City Royals on Thursday night and nearer to their first AL Central championship since 2007
Oklahoma officer charged in man’s death
Associated Press TULSA, Okla. Prosecutors in Tulsa, Okla., charged a white police officer who
METRO DIGEST || Park roads to close
Power is restored CANFIELD Power was restored to about 300 homes and businesses that lost power
Grand jury indicts man on 23 counts
Associated Press ASHLAND, Ohio A man linked to the slayings of four women in Ohio was indicted
Hack steals info from 500M Yahoo accounts
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Computer hackers swiped personal information from at least 500
Miss Midlick, Mr. Clawson to exchange vows
Cassandra M. Midlick of Lake Milton and Ryan A. Clawson of North Jackson are announcing their
Steve Ruman: Davidson gaining on Davidson or is it the other way around?
As if containing Mitch Davidson hasn’t been enough of a headache for area defenders, now they are faced with the unenviable task of trying to stop another Mitch Davidson.
ON THE LINKS | Thursday’s professional golf results
TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP ATLANTA Dustin Johnson was in trouble from the start Thursday, just not for
On Campus More college football news & notes
Indiana: Freshman running back Kiante Enis was kicked off the team Thursday, less than 24 hours
Puerto Rico faces second night without electricity
Associated Press SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico Most Puerto Ricans faced another night of darkness
Services set for Ohio boy shot by police
Associated Press COLUMBUS Funeral services have been set for a 13-year-old Ohio boy fatally shot
WARREN HOMECOMING Event schedule
Warren Homecoming, which starts today and runs through Monday, is the brainchild of Warren native
Court revives suit against ex-prison doctor
Associated Press CINCINNATI An appeals court has revived a lawsuit against a former Ohio prison
Campbell considers hiring city hall janitor
City Council is also reviewing a wage increase for part-time workers
Impressive debut: Brissett leads Patriots over Texans
Another week, another new quarterback, another win for the New England Patriots.
Canfield Historical Society takes a step back in time
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield Historical Society will present Canfield Memory
ON THE AIR This weekend’s football games on television and radio
FRIDAY 6:30 p.m. (WKBN-AM 570) High school football: South Range at Lisbon. 6:30 p.m. (WBBW-AM
Watson, Tigers dominate against Georgia Tech
Deshaun Watson and No. 5 Clemson finally turned in the performance everyone was expecting.
Caitlyn Marrs, Robert Clyde are engaged
Robert and Linda Clyde of Struthers are announcing the engagement of their son, Robert Clyde, and
Holy Family Mission Trip 2016 is success
Holy Family Youth Ministry has just returned from its third annual mission trip to Cumberland, Ky.
New treasures found at Poland Junior Women’s Club sale
The Poland Junior Women’s Club hosted its annual Trash and Treasure sale on Sept. 10 at the Prince of Peace Church in Poland.
Boardman Community Briefs
Rotary to host Oktoberfest The sights and sounds of fall come alive on Oct. 2 in Boardman Park as
Moore-Rodriguez ceremony planned in autumn
Mathew and Maureen Moore of Youngstown are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Courtney
Mercy Health’s Women in Touch talk to be Oct. 4 and 11
Improve your knowledge of bone health at Mercy Health’s Women in Touch Fall 2016. John V. Gentile,
Austintown Community Briefs
K of C to host pancake breakfast Immaculate Heart of Mary Knights of Columbus 3930 will be
Families and friends gather for band night
Austintown Fitch High School started off the football season with a band night on Aug. 29 at Greenwood Falcon Stadium.
Boys cross country meet results
Senior Nick Digiacomo took third overall out of 117 runners on Sept. 10 at The Dover Invitational at
Austintown Community Briefs
K of C to host pancake breakfast Immaculate Heart of Mary Knights of Columbus 3930 will be
Jenna Rovnak, Joseph Speziale are engaged
Jenna Rovnak and Joseph “JC” Speziale, both of Boardman, are announcing their engagement. The
Cardinal Mooney hosts back-to-school bash
On Aug. 28, the Marketing Committee of the Cardinal Mooney High School Board sponsored the firstl
Poland Community Briefs
MCCTC flower shop opens The student-run flower shop at the Mahoning County Career and Technical
Canfield Community Briefs
MCCTC flower shop opens The student-run flower shop at the Mahoning County Career and Technical
Glenwood Junior High hosts sporting good drive
Something new is happening this year at Boardman Glenwood Junior High School in the spirit of the
Miss Chadwick, Mr. Audia plan Oct. 1 wedding
Brian and Frances Chadwick of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Kathryn
Boardman Community Briefs
Rotary to host Oktoberfest The sights and sounds of fall come alive on Oct. 2 in Boardman Park as
Miss Comstock, Mr. Crissman are engaged
The engagement of Jessica Louise Comstock and Joshua James Crissman, both of Poland, is being
Canfield Committee will host book sale on Oct. 1 at the library
The Canfield Committee will host its annual book sale on Oct. 1 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the
Excitement blooms at annual horticulture show
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown hosted
Beeghly Oaks residents piece together puzzles with teamwork
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The residents at Beeghly Oaks Rehabilitation
Excitement blooms at horticulture show
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown hosted their
Boardman places 12th at Spartan Invitational
Boardman’s Chris Butler raced to an 11th place finish, outpacing more than 500 varsity competitors,
Boys wrestlers win state titles
Anthony D’Alesio, Nick Crawford and Payton Kostelic all won OAC Ohio Jr High School Wrestling state
Excitement blooms with annual horticulture show
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown hosted
Camp FRIEND creates summer fun for children with autism
Children with autism had the opportunity to enjoy a week full of summer camp activities Aug. 22-26.
Thursday, September 22 (106 stories)
Mill Creek roads to close for Sunday walk
Several roads in Mill Creek Park will close to vehicular traffic, cyclists and pedestrians from 7 a.m. until noon Sunday for the MS Super Walk.
Yes, Kathy Miller, racism does exist
In the early morning hours of Oct. 7, 1972, the Rev. Kenneth Simon – then a teenager – thought he heard his family’s furnace explode.
Kathy Miller facing swift condemnation from all sides after race remarks
Kathy Miller apologized for “inappropriate” comments she made about African Americans and racism – leading to her resignation as Donald Trump’s Mahoning County campaign chairwoman and a Republican member of the Electoral College.
Actor Sean Astin stumps here for Hillary; Sally Field, Chelsea here Saturday
Actor Sean Astin said he is campaigning for Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton because “I care deeply about the country.”
Mahoning commissioners approve water rate hike
The Mahoning County commissioners approved a five-year water supply agreement with Aqua Ohio, with annual rate increases of 4.2 percent in the first two years and 4.5 percent in the third and fourth years.
Canfield wife's living donation saved stranger and her husband
Sharon Nicastro donated one of her kidneys to a stranger in San Diego. In exchange, John, her husband of 48 years, received a kidney from a Columbus woman he’s never met.
Community Connectors seeking businesses, mentors to help students
The Community Connectors program is seeking mentors, internships and externships to help juniors and seniors in the Youngstown and Warren city school systems become workforce-ready.
Taft Grows Green is more than a garden
Taft Grows Green sprouts tomatoes, green beans, blueberries, eggplant and pumpkins and, for one student, a new outlook.
Attorneys for Danny Lee Hill say judge will deny request for new trial
A filing by attorneys for Danny Lee Hill, 49, says the judge considering a possible retrial for the death-row inmate has indicated she will deny the request.
Chelsea Clinton, Sally Field to stump for Clinton on Saturday at Covelli
Chelsea Clinton and Sally Field to stump for Clinton on Saturday
VINDY POLLING NOW | Downtown hotel, state report cards, and pro stadiums
We have some new questions we'd like your opinion on.
Yahoo says hackers stole info in 500 million user accounts
Yahoo says hackers stole info in 500 million user accounts
Charlotte chief: Family will watch police video of shooting
Charlotte chief: Family will watch police video of shooting
Deputy charged with beating 2 ATV riders after chase in Ohio
Deputy charged with beating 2 ATV riders after chase in Ohio
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | House Speaker Ryan won't weigh in on Trump's policing remark
Ryan won't weigh in on Trump's policing remark
UPDATE | Mahoning Trump chair quits after making race remarks
Mahoning GOP chief wants Trump chair dumped for race remarks
Girard issues water boil-alert notice after water main break
Girard issues water boil-alert advisory after water main break
Federal judge again dismisses lawsuit in Teddy Foltz beating death case
Federal judge again dismissed lawsuit in Teddy Foltz beating death case
Mill Creek Park roads closed Sunday for MS Super Walk
Mill Creek Park roads closed Sunday for MS Super Walk
Howland road closed two days next week for culvert replacement
Howland road closed two days next week for culvert replacement
Police: Ohio woman overdoses with baby grandson in backseat
Police: Ohio woman overdoses with baby grandson in backseat
US claims for jobless aid slide to lowest level since July
US claims for jobless aid slide to lowest level since July
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Trump calls for unity, embraces ’stop and frisk’
Trump calls for racial unity, embraces ’stop and frisk’
Fundraiser Friday for Sojourner House
Fundraiser Friday for Sojourner House Youngstown Sojourner House Domestic Violence Program and
Mahoning County launches pay study
Mahoning County workers’ salaries will be compared to those of their government peers doing similar work.
Deep Fitch team holds Hubbard without shot on goal
It was a good night to be a goalkeeper for the Austintown Fitch Falcons girls soccer team.
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU basketball team hosts wine taste
YSU basketball team hosts wine taste LOWELLVILLE More than 100 people registered for the third
Allegiant leaves Akron, YNG hopes to see sales boosted
Allegiant announced Wednesday it would relocate its six Akron-Canton destinations to Cleveland and add four new there.
Canfield native fighting for life in Montana
Shelli Snyder, a bicycle-safety advocate, was raising money on her trip from Cleveland to Seattle to be with her boyfriend
Buckeyes get a break before Big Ten schedule
The Ohio State Buckeyes couldn’t have positioned themselves much better to begin the grueling nine-game Big Ten schedule.
Browns rookie Coleman breaks hand
The Browns can’t even get through a practice uninjured these days.
North Side homicide, arson probed together
The man who was fatally shot Tuesday afternoon in a house at 1515 Kensington Ave. has been identified by city police as Andre Harrison, 34, who lived at that address.That house was later destroyed in a 2:20 a.m. Wednesday blaze, which fire Battalion Chief Ron Russo said was deliberately set.
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BOYS SOCCER South Range 3, Crestview 1 BEAVER TOWNSHIP The Raiders won the battle of two
City Club of Valley called ‘huge success’
Education and economic development were the main topics of conversation at the inaugural meeting.
Youngstown council allocates funds to take people's homes for development
Less than half of the property owners in the area have agreed to sell to the city
Donora will brighten Thrival Music Festival
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Donora could sing the words to a gothic horror novel and it
Western Reserve Port Authority to manage the CASTLO Industrial Park, CIC
The WRPA has entered a new area of economic development.
Austintown residents object to renewing supt. contract
Austintown School District parents and staff expressed extreme concern at the school board meeting Wednesday night about renewing the superintendent’s contract.
Niles commission chair objects to plan for city hall
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES The city’s plan to spend an estimated $550,000 to repair
End-of-summer bash planned for dog-rescue group
Fundraiser for local dog-rescue group is Saturday in Boardman
Mahoning Vally G.K. Chesterton Society adopts new meeting spot
Chesterton was a prolific English writer, critc and philosopher at the turn of the 20th Century. His mysteries involving a crime-solvng priest are the basis for the PBS series “Father Brown.”
Detective, coroner’s investigator, say they expect morgue to be more secure following theft
Detective, coroner’s investigator, say they expect morgue to be more secure following theft
Boardman woman charged with cruelty to animals
Officers found five malnourished cats in the woman’s mobile home
APA official misused state computer, IG says
An APA official used his state computer to support an unauthorized second job at YSU, Inspector General says.
Struthers community mourns longtime teacher, guidance counselor
Donna Marciano died at age 66 after a battle with ALS.
Charlotte chaos: Governor calls in National Guard
Demonstrators protest Tuesday's fatal police shooting of Keith Lamont Scott in Charlotte, N.C., Wednesday night. Protesters rushed police in riot gear at a downtown Charlotte hotel and officers fired tear gas to disperse the crowd. At least one person suffered life-threatening injuries in the confrontation, though it wasn't immediately clear how. Firefighters pulled the man to a waiting ambulance, and he was on life support Wednesday night.
NIGHTLIFE
Barrel Run Crossing Winery and Vineyard, 3272 Industry Road, Rootstown; 330-325-1075 Fri: Jon
POLICE CALLS IN GIRARD, HUBBARD, LIBERTY
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Richard L. Scenna, 28, of 4855 S. Warwick Drive,
NFL: Warrant won’t affect Gordon’s playing status
League spokesman Brian McCarthy said Gordon remains eligible to play for the first time in Cleveland’s game on Oct. 9 against the New England Patriots.
Chipotle tries to reassure public
Associated Press NEW YORK Chipotle is making another push to convince people that its food won’t
Sean Astin to visit area for Clinton
Sean Astin to visit area for Clinton YOUNGSTOWN Actor Sean Astin, known for his roles in “Rudy”
Kluber strong again as Tribe eliminates Royals
The Indians’ magic number for clinching the AL Central is now at five.
Adam Trent is a family-friendly magician-comedian.
Adam Trent is a family-friendly magician-comedian
Why my players and I took a knee
Opinion: By Preston Brown The Philadelphia Inquirer On Sept. 10, I took a knee when the national anthem
Police: Atlanta rapper Shawty Lo killed in fiery car crash
Associated Press ATLANTA Rapper Shawty Lo was killed in a fiery car crash on a freeway near
Badfish at Nelson Ledges
Badfish at Nelson Ledges Badfish (a tribute to Sublime) will return to Nelson Ledges Quarry Park
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Mashup song celebrates CMA’s 50th anniversary
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Opioid-industry influence needs probe by Congress
Editorial: An exhaustive, revealing two-part investigative series by the Associated Press and The Center for
WTG
TOday Activities Chapter Chat Book Club, 6 p.m., Austintown Public Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road,
NEW THIS WEEK
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Fed keeps key rate unchanged
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Federal Reserve is keeping its key interest rate unchanged but
Zuckerberg, wife pledge $3B to end all diseases
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has a goal that’s even more
Suicide a reality among children
Opinion: By Heidi Stevens Chicago Tribune When a child under 10 committed suicide in central Ohio a few
Plant bulbs now to allow roots to grow before winter
By Pam Baytos OSU Extension master gardener volunteer It’s time to plant bulbs. After the
Mylan CEO defends EpiPen cost to angry lawmakers
Associated Press WASHINGTON Outraged Republican and Democratic lawmakers on Wednesday grilled
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Information sessions for MYCAP program YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning-Youngstown Community Action
A presidential race like no other
Opinion: There is no point denying or sugar-coating the plain fact that the voters this election year face a
“Grey’s Anatomy” (8 p.m., ABC): In the Season 13 opener, one of Grey Sloan
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2 potential bombing witnesses sought
Associated Press NEW YORK Investigators of last weekend’s bombings have released an image of two
BOTANICAL MORNINGS
BOTANICAL MORNINGS When: 9 to 10 a.m. Friday What: Discover the bountiful blooms at Fellows
Lawyer wears ‘Black Lives Matter’ pin in courtroom protest
Associated Press LAS VEGAS A deputy public defender in Las Vegas who defied a judge’s request
Report: students from wealthier schools perform better on state tests than poorer students
Report finds link between student performance and socioeconomic status
Trump, Clinton decry latest police shootings
Associated Press CLEVELAND Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton decried a fresh round of police-
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Amiee Wells and David Atwood, Youngstown, girl, Sept. 20.
MORE NFL NEWS & NOTES
Vikings: Adrian Peterson will have surgery on his right knee to repair a torn meniscus, putting his
METRO DIGEST || Jailed in 1996 rape case
Jailed in 1996 rape case WARREN Jack L. Sheetz, 48, of Utica, N.Y., is in Trumbull County jail
Miller time: Bucs win again in Milwaukee
Associated Press milwaukee Sean Rodriguez hit a home run and a two-run single, Andrew McCutchen
Drying gourds
Drying gourds If your gourds crack or wrinkle, you’re harvesting them too early or not allowing
Avoid the ‘death by flip-flop’ scenario LOVE BUGS
By Katie Kane Shipka Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist As I was relaxing at the end of yoga
Okla. shooting victim had run-ins with law
Associated Press TULSA, Okla. An unarmed black man shot dead in the middle of a street by a
Oddly enough
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More College Football News & Notes
Kentucky: Coach Mark Stoops says sophomore quarterback Drew Barker will miss “significant” time with
Projects light up Canfield Township with activity
Canfield Township’s 2016 resurfacing project should be underway within the next two weeks
Watering evergreens
Watering evergreens From rhododendrons to arborvitae, evergreens need water. Keep watering these
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Youngstown Central Area Community Improvement Corp., 9 a.m., administration
Lowellville police captain contests suspension
Mayor: suspension relates to violation of village “record-keeping” policy.
Wednesday, September 21 (91 stories)
Indians eliminate defending champs
The Indians reduced their magic number for clinching the Central to five.
Canfield bike safety advocate in coma after being hit in Montana
A 1991 Canfield High School graduate and bicycle-safety advocate is fighting for her life in a Montana hospital after being hit by a car on a cross-country ride.
Warren cops will investigate theft from body in TMH morgue
The chief of detectives for the Warren Police Department says he has assigned his property technician to investigate the theft Friday of $150 from an envelope that was left with a body in the Trumbull County morgue.
North Side homicide victim ID'd; site of killing destroyed by arson
The man who was fatally shot Tuesday afternoon in a house at 1515 Kensington Ave. has been identified by city police as Andre Harrison, 34, who lived at that address.
Allegiant's move from CAK to Cleveland won't affect Youngstown flights, official says
Though Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport officials were happy to hear Allegiant Air’s plan to move services from Akron to Cleveland, Akron-Canton officials were not so thrilled.
Mahoning County pay study won't guarantee raises, but promises no cuts
No pay raises can be guaranteed to Mahoning County employees as a result of a forthcoming compensation and classification study. But nobody’s pay will be reduced because of it, the county human resources director recently said in a memorandum to elected officials and department heads.
New name, place for group focused on British writer Chesterton's works
A group of avid readers gathered in a conference room here to discuss and appreciate a somewhat forgotten English writer, Gilbert Keith Chesterton.
Valley's in store for a balmy fall
While today is the first day of autumn, meteorologists say don’t look for the weather to be very fall-like in the Mahoning Valley for some time.
Warrant issued for Browns' Gordon over paternity test
Suspended Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon has had an arrest warrant issued against him in a paternity case.
Browns rookie WR breaks hand in practice
Browns rookie wide receiver Corey Coleman broke his hand during practice Wednesday, another major blow to the struggling team.
Community Bill of Rights committee has news conference Thursday
Community Bill of Rights Committee has news conference Thursday
Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins now unopposed in general election
Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins now unopposed in general election
Youngstown council approves East Side zoning change
Youngstown council approves East Side zoning change
Thousands of power outages reported near Boardman
Thousands of power outages reported in Mahoning County
'West Wing' cast to stump for Clinton in Valley on Saturday
'West Wing' cast to stump for Clinton in Valley on Saturday
Obama, Netanyahu look past years of tensions in last meeting
Obama, Netanyahu look past years of tensions in last meeting
Woman, husband die in 2-vehicle crash in northwest Ohio
Woman, husband die in 2-vehicle crash in northwest Ohio
Fed keeps key interest rate unchanged, but hints of coming hike
Fed keeps key interest rate unchanged, but hints of coming hike
Judge dismisses challenge to N. Carolina gay-marriage law
Judge dismisses challenge to North Carolina gay-marriage law
US stocks rise with oil prices ahead of Fed statement
US stocks rise with oil prices ahead of Fed statement
Ohio asks judge to force Corps to dredge shipping channel
Ohio asks judge to force Corps to dredge shipping channel
Woman tells Boardman PD that masked men broke into her apartment
Woman tells Boardman PD that masked men broke into her apartment
Boardman police probe $22K theft from concrete company
Boardman police probe $22K theft from concrete company
UPDATE: Police ID victim of Tuesday's fatal shooting
Officials: Arson claims house where fatal shooting took place Tuesday
Police chief: Officers warned black man to drop gun
Police chief: Officers warned black man to drop gun
UPDATE | Allegiant to move flights from Akron to Cleveland
Allegiant to move flights from Akron to Cleveland
Pavement work will close Lanterman’s Mill Thursday
Pavement work will close Lanterman’s Mill Thursday
Groups see link between student performance and economic status
Groups see link between student performance and economic status
Port Authority to manage Struthers industrial park
Port Authority to manage Struthers industrial park
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Top earners back Clinton in Bloomberg poll
Top earners back Clinton in Bloomberg poll after decades with GOP
Mylan CEO set to defend EpiPen prices amid public outcry
Mylan CEO set to defend EpiPen prices amid public outcry
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Boar’s Head Group of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve
"Dresses for Haiti" collection is Saturday
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Canfield rallies to defeat Boardman
Trailing Lakeview by a game in the league standings, the Canfield High School girls volleyball team needed a win over Boardman to keep pace.
Cash in envelope on body in morgue at TMH stolen
The hospital is expected to address procedural flaws that led to the theft.
Warren man killed in crash was defrocked priest
Warren man who died in Elm Road crash was a defrocked priest from Pittsburgh diocese
Harding, Lisbon, JFK ranked second in computer ratings
12 Valley teams are in top eight of their regions
Panel seeks more details for Youngstown district’s strategic plan
Academic commission expects to review next draft within 45 days
Beatitude House programs help homeless women improve their lives
The faith-based organization is marking its 25th year.
PREP ROUNDUP | Tuesday’s other games
CROSS COUNTRY Suburban League Championship CANFIELD The Maplewood boys and McDonald girls
Connected Celebs tweeting, doing their own laundry
A week ago, I tweeted: “@mbearn and I r Samsung people, but I’m calling B.S. on @IMKristenBell &
Valley’s unemployment rate up over last August
The Mahoning Valley’s seasonally-adjusted jobless rate was 5.9 percent in August 2016 compared with 5.5 percent in August 2015.
Officials shut off ruptured oil and gas well in Liberty
Ohio Department of Natural Resources assists with cleanup.
Brooks brings home the bronze
Austintown joined 3,761 other schools by receiving a bronze level Healthier US Schools award
The Flower Shop is in bloom at MCCTC
MCCTC students keep things blooming at By KALEA HALL khall@vindy.com CANFIELD Around the
Ground broken for women’s recovery house in Youngstown
The new 12-bed women’s recovery house is adjacent to the Neil Kennedy Recovery Centers’ main campus in Youngstown.
Will chickens roost in Brownlee Woods?
The final decision rests with city council which has acted on only one recommendation in the past year
Kravitz now serving corned beef with a view
Kim Urig and her daughter, Libby, both of Canfield, enjoy a quick bite to eat at Kravitz's at the Garden Cafe during the cafe's soft opening Tuesday.
Surplus food
Surplus food New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St., Youngstown, various commodities, 9
Foundation donates
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Agenda Thursday
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The App Store official charts for the week ending Sept. 18 list the top paid iPhone apps.
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Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Emily Delmont and Zach Medovich, Canfield, girl, Sept.
Tangier pizza bar offers BURGERS A’PLENTY
Every local restaurant in every town across the United States boasts they have the best food in their respective area. You’ve probably seen the commercials of Tangier’s self-declaration, “the best in town.” There’s only one way to find out, and that’s have the Burger Guyz put these burgers to the test .
computer playoff ratings
Division I Region 1 1. Stow-Munroe Falls (4-0) 9.625 2. Massillon Jackson (4-0) 9.275 3.
Weekend attacks show US matures in anti-terror fight
Editorial: Readings on this nation’s terror thermometer surged over the weekend as a series of frightening
Wanton killing of dolphins
Opinion: By John Di Leonardo People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Anyone who has picked up a
MetroPlex to have new future
Universal Development of Girard will soon reopen the Metroplex Expo Center it purchased in March 2015.
‘Over the River’ begins Salem season
By Eric mccrea entertainment@vindy.com salem Salem Community Theater opens its 40th season
UN suspends Syria aid convoys after savage attack
Associated Press BEIRUT Volunteers were still dousing the fires from an overnight attack on an
Report: Racial wage gap widest in nearly 40 years
Associated Press WASHINGTON As wages for American workers have stagnated for more than a
Crazy-good mac and cheese is surprisingly easy to make
By Leslie Brenner The Dallas Morning News (TNS) Did you think only chefs could make great mac
Marines seeking to expel officer who was attempting to save lives in corruption-ridden Afghanistan
Opinion: By Sarah Chayes Los Angeles Times In the decade I lived and worked in Afghanistan, from 2002
METRO DIGEST || Mathews grade-schoolers dismissed early
Dismissed early VIENNA A septic system failure Tuesday that caused sewage to back up into the
Teacher suspended for stomping on flag
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After mall attack, racial issues involving Somalis are heightened
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS The day after a young Somali-American man stabbed 10 people at a
A homeless woman faces a felonious-assault charge
The incident happened after the two were drinking on a bus ride, police said
Sanitation worker struck and killed
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Man convicted of ordering hit carried out at wrong house
Associated Press CHARDON, Ohio A man who served prison time for a murder-for-hire plot in 2004
Drug discussion is a distraction, say lawyers for slain Tulsa man
Associated Press TULSA, OKLA. Investigators found the drug PCP in the vehicle of an unarmed
Struthers man sentenced after threatening children with gun, using racial slurs
Struthers police arrested the man in June 2015.
Filings provide chilling details of motive
FBI had looked into suspect in 2014 Associated Press NEW YORK Ahmad Khan Rahami vowed to
As Trump rises, Clinton struggles with playbook
Associated Press WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. For months, Democrats argued that voters would get “serious”
‘America’s Got Talent’ gives a win to NBC
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Tuesday, September 20 (103 stories)
Man who died in Warren crash is defrocked priest
Anthony Cipolla, 73, who died of a heart attack Aug. 30 just before his car crashed into a tree along Elm Road, was the same man who made headlines in Pittsburgh for being defrocked in 2002 by Pope John Paul II.
Youngstown distress commission ask for more details on CEO's recovery plan
Members of the city schools’ academic distress commission expect to approve by December a district strategic plan submitted by CEO Krish Mohip.
Kravitz's opens at Fellows Gardens Wednesday
Politics has nothing to do with corned beef sandwiches.
Neil Kennedy Recovery Center breaks ground for women's facility
Ground was broken for a new 12-bed recovery-supportive housing facility for women adjacent to the Neil Kennedy Recovery Centers’ main campus, formerly known as the Alcoholic Clinic, at 2151 Rush Blvd.
VIDEO | Police look for suspects in fatal shooting on North Side
A man believed by police to be in his 20s was shot and killed at about 5:30 p.m. today inside a house in the 1500 block of Kensington Avenue at the intersection of Tacoma Avenue on the North Side.
Portage County man found guilty of impregnating Trumbull County girl
Portage County man found guilty of impregnating Trumbull County girl
Youngstown Academic Distress Commission sets it priorities on Mohip strategic plan
Youngstown Academic Distress Commission sets it priorities on Mohip strategic plan
Free community dinner Wednesday at Boardman church
Free community dinner Wednesday at Boardman church
Struthers man sentenced after threatening children with gun, using racial slurs
Struthers man sentenced after threatening children with gun, using racial slurs
Salem woman tells police she was a prostitute to pay child support
Salem woman tells police she was a prostitute to pay child support
Lawyer: $780K deal holds Columbus police accountable for girl shot
Lawyer: $780K deal holds Columbus police accountable for girl shot
Austintown police arrest Girard man on drug charge
Austintown police arrest Girard man on drug charge
ODNR investigating oil and gas well rupture in Liberty
ODNR investigating oil and gas well rupture in Liberty
Struthers City Council has special meeting Wednesday afternoon
Struthers City Council has special meeting Wednesday afternoon
Pitt 'saddened' by divorce with Angelina Jolie, asks press to leave kids alone
Pitt 'saddened' by divorce with Angelina Jolie, asks press to leave kids alone
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Trump skips swing-state cities, opts for rural town instead
Trump skips swing-state cities, opts for rural town instead
Police: Fla. woman threw boiling water on boyfriend, baby
Police: Fla. woman threw boiling water on boyfriend, baby
Suspect in Youngstown homicide returned here from Pa.
Suspect in Youngstown homicide returned here from Pa.
OSHP investigating fatal accident in Ellsworth Township
OSHP investigating fatal accident in Ellsworth Township
524K Ohio absentee ballots requested, 40K more than 2012
524K Ohio absentee ballots requested, 40k more than 2012
Former House speaker joins Washington law and lobbying firm
Former House speaker joins Washington law and lobbying firm
Ground broke for new facility at Neil Kennedy Recovery Centers
Ground broke for new facility at Neil Kennedy Recovery Centers
West Virginia lawmakers wrap quick session on flood relief
West Virginia lawmakers wrap quick session on flood relief
Warren man shot twice on Hamilton Street Southwest
Warren man shot twice on Hamilton Street Southwest
NYC TERRORISM | Wealth of clues led to quick arrest of suspected bomber
Ahmad Khan Rahami provided investigators with a wealth of clues that led to his arrest about 50 hours after the first explosion, according to three law enforcement officials familiar with the investigation.
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Clinton says Trump gives ’aid, comfort’ to ISIS recruiters
Clinton says Trump gives ’aid, comfort’ to ISIS recruiters
Report finds racial wage gap widest in nearly 4 decades
Report finds racial wage gap widest in nearly 4 decades
Family of Pennsylvania jail suicide victim awarded $11.9M
Family of Pennsylvania jail suicide victim awarded $11.9M
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Trump Jr. likens Syrian refugees to poisoned Skittles
Trump Jr. likens Syrian refugees to poisoned Skittles
SeaWorld says it will stop paying shareholders a dividend
SeaWorld says it will stop paying shareholders a dividend
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1974 will celebrate its 60th birthday from 7 to 11 p.m. Oct. 8
Radiothon will feature Chalk the Walk event
Radiothon will feature Chalk the Walk event BOARDMAN Opening day of the Miracles and Promises
Canfield Boy Scout leads project to protect wildlife
Ducks get boost thanks to Canfield boy seeking Eagle Scout rank
Weekend bombings bring caution
ISIS and Al Qaeda employ different strategies, a Kent State University professor said
Boardman players, other teams chip in for Christine Terlesky
The Lake Club hosted a girls high school golf tournament Monday.
Young TEs making impact for Steelers
Jesse James and Xavier Grimble scored TDs against the Bengals on Sunday.
Youngstown council will consider a zone change Wednesday to a 21-acre site on the East Side
A tax abatement proposal for a downtown hotel may be on hold
prep roundup | Monday’s games
GIRLS SOCCER South Range 5, Springfield 2 BEAVER TOWNSHIP Kacey Lindstrom had two goals and
Howland woman, revived on Thursday in Niles, overdosed again Saturday in Warren
Howland woman, revived on Thursday in Niles, overdosed again Saturday in Warren
Service dogs help veterans
A Youngstown woman and a Greenville and their dogs are first graduates of The Together Journey
Crosby, Marchand click for Canada
Skating with Brad Marchand over the summer made Sidney Crosby realize how much he would love to have him on his wing.
Details emerge about man suspected in NY, NJ bombings
Los Angeles Times (TNS) After a shootout Monday, police captured a man they suspect of planting
Addiction help
Addiction help YOUNGSTOWN ONE Health Ohio soon will open addiction counseling and treatment
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Workshop to ID justice system gaps
The workshop will identify gaps in screening and services to people with behavioral health disorders who enter the criminal justice system.
Mall attacker was emotionless, victim says
Associated Press ST. CLOUD, MINN. One of the victims wounded in a stabbing at a central
Associated Press
Associated Press LINDEN, N.J. A New Jersey police officer responding to a call about a hooded
Prostate Cancer
By MARIA CHENG AP Medical Writer LONDON Men with early prostate cancer who choose to closely
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Camel, teen driver collide far from desert on Ala. road SARDIS, Ala. Far from the
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Today is Tuesday, Sept. 20, the 264th day of 2016. There are 102 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Clinton’s health is news
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service The people asking questions about Hillary Clinton’s health
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.36-0.08 Aqua America, .71
The Emmys’ red carpet was a mixed bag of color and silhouette. Some highlights:
The Emmys’ red carpet was a mixed bag of color and silhouette. Some highlights: v Kerry
Nordson Corp. searched nationally for new location
Nordson Corp. considered many locations nationally before it settled on an Austintown location to house three of its operations.
Trump’s praise for Putin reveals dangers of his potential presidency
Opinion: A vacation on Ireland’s west coast should have provided relief from the depressing realities of the
New Nazi documentary evokes refugees’ plight
By HOLLY RAMER Associated Press KEENE, N.H. Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns hopes his newest
Samsung finds no battery problem in China
Associated Press SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA Samsung Electronics said Monday that its investigation into
Charter schools in Ohio get needed fed oversight
Editorial: After squandering $30 million from the federal government, Ohio’s politically influential charter
New trial date set for Vince Neil
New trial date set for Vince Neil LAS VEGAS Motley Crue frontman Vince Neil’s trial has been
Private review finds boy was shot 3 times
Associated Press COLUMBUS The 13-year-old boy fatally shot by Columbus police last week was
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ValleyCare Health’s parent eyes sponsors YOUNGSTOWN The parent company of ValleyCare Health
Popular franchises coming to Canfield for the holidays
A fourth business will join the three-building construction site on the corner of U.S. Route 224 and Raccoon Road
Kellogg recalls some Eggo waffles
Associated Press NEW YORK Kellogg Co. is recalling about 10,000 cases of its Eggo Nutri-Grain
Big Ten’s big three survive tough contests
The East Division is best in the Big Ten going into conference play
Man arraigned
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Meth lab operator gets five years in prison
Bryan K. Dilling, 44, of Beloit, got a five-year prison term for operating a meth lab.
Will cherry juice help you sleep?
Q. Is tart cherry juice useful for insomnia? If so, what is an appropriate daily amount, presumably
Newly submitted physical evidence allows Howland police to charge man in 1996 rape, break-in
Newly submitted physical evidence allows Howland police to charge man in 1996 rape, break-in
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Canfield school board, 6 p.m., 100 Wadsworth St. Mahoning County District
Woman arrested
Woman arrested CORTLAND Police arrested Valerie A. Campbell, 45, of Housel-Craft Road after a
Tulsa police say man had no gun
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Wentz stays unbeaten; Eagles win in Chicago
Carson Wentz followed up an impressive NFL debut with another solid performance, throwing for 190 yards and a touchdown, and the Philadelphia Eagles beat the Chicago Bears 29-14 on Monday nigh
Where they stand: Clinton, Trump views clash on Islamic extremism
Associated Press WASHINGTON Bombings in the New York region and a stabbing attack in Minnesota
With some gas stations dry, pipeline works to send more fuel
Associated Press ATLANTA Gas prices spiked and drivers found “out of service” bags covering
South Range Superintendent said report cards are just one facet of what the schools do everyday
South Range School District officials responded to the recent release of state report cards from the Ohio Department of Education.
Obama, Iraqi leader vow to get Mosul back
Associated Press NEW YORK President Barack Obama and Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi put
Sheriff: Man suspected in Ohio slayings confessed to killing a 4th woman
Associated Press A man linked to the slayings of three women has confessed killing a fourth woman
Injuries force Tribe to shuffle rotation
The Indians enter today leading the Detroit Tigers by seven games in the American League Central.
Touring living history
Take a walk back to the beginnings of Canfield with the Canfield Historical Society’s Canfield Memory Walk: A Step Back in Time
Monday, September 19 (81 stories)
Man to be returned to Trumbull County from NY to face multiple charges
Man to be returned to Trumbull County from NY to face multiple charges
Youngstown City Council to consider zoning change Wednesday
Youngstown City Council to consider zoning change Wednesday
South Range school officials discuss district's report card grades
South Range school officials discuss district's report card grades
Ohio profs: Don't jump to conclusions on weekend bombings
Ohio profs: Don't jump to conclusions on weekend bombings
Warren Mayor Doug Franklin joins tour to stump for Clinton
Dem mayors in Ohio have tour to stump for Clinton
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Trump tax plan may cost $1.5 trillion more than he says
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Trump tax plan may cost $1.5 trillion more than he says
Pastor: Video of police shooting shows man’s hands were up
Pastor: Video of police shooting shows man’s hands were up
UPDATE | Police capture immigrant sought in New York-area bombings
Ahmad Khan Rahami, 28, appeared conscious, his upper right arm bandaged and bloodied, as he was loaded into an ambulance.
’Lucky’ to be alive: Calf with 2 faces born at Kentucky farm
’Lucky’ to be alive: Calf with 2 faces born at Kentucky farm
Trial starts in N.J. bridge jam; new Christie tales emerge
Prosecutor: Gov. Christie was told about plan to close lanes
Wells Fargo issue sheds light on banks and the hard sell
Banks focus more on new accounts — and the fees they bring
Man charged with murder after #Detroit police officer dies
Man charged with murder after Detroit police officer dies
Mother of six faces charges for pot growing operation
Mother of six faces charges for pot growing operation
Man could be coming back to Trumbull County today to face 1996 rape charges
Man could be coming back to Trumbull County to face 1996 rape charges
FDA tentatively approves 1st drug for muscular dystrophy
FDA tentatively approves 1st drug for muscular dystrophy
Revival drug administered twice on Friday on Idylwild Street
Revival drug administered twice on Friday on Idylwild Street
Voter information event is tonight in Boardman
Event to inform voters about candidates and issues is tonight
US stocks rise as tech and machinery companies lead the way
US stocks rise as tech and machinery companies lead the way
Community Health Systems in discussions with financial backers
Community Health Systems in preliminary discussions with financial sponsors
Woman will be arraigned for breaking into house; claimed she was a ghost
Woman will be arraigned for breaking into house, claiming she was a ghost
UPDATE | Sweeney declares mistrial in Seman case
Judge Maureen Sweeney today in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court has ordered a mistrial in the Robert Seman capital murder case and agreed to dismiss the jury pool.
Trumbull woman OD's again and police revive her again
Trumbull woman OD's again and police revive her again
Florida Gov: Miami’s Wynwood area no longer active Zika zone
Florida Gov: Miami’s Wynwood area no longer active Zika zone
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Immaculate Heart of Mary social concerns committee will have a quarter auction fundraiser
More than 800 immigrants mistakenly granted citizenship
More than 800 immigrants mistakenly granted citizenship
Minnesota mall stabbing could be realization of terror fears
Minnesota mall stabbing could be realization of terror fears
Struthers releases jail audit detailing failings of facility
Report suggests restricting jail or shutting it down.
Science gets silly
Caitlin Braun, left, of the Chaney Campus STEM program, helps make slime with Destiney Corbett, 10, of Struthers, middle, and Ronni Agee, 10, of Springfield, during Silly Science Sunday at the OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science & Technology in Youngstown Sunday afternoon.
Roethlisberger’s sharp second half seals win over Bengals
Rematch of wild playoff game was much tamer
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Ribbon-cutting set for Laugh and Learn BOARDMAN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have
Warren pastor publishes platform for write-in candidacy for Trumbull commissioner
Todd Johnson, 34, the minister of a southwest Warren church, is using social media to provide his platform for his write-in candidacy for Trumbull County commissioner.
TeamNEO: Manufacturing productivity to increase
TeamNEO’s latest quarterly report focuses on manufacturing.
Muslims benefit America
Opinion: By Ekram Haque The Dallas Morning News What would the U.S. be like under Donald Trump’s plan to
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
Associated Press
Associated Press LOS ANGELES 2222“Veep” repeated as best comedy series and its star, Julia-Louis
Fake gun, real crime: Police notice an uptick in replicas
Associated Press Whether they shoot BBs, pellets, paintballs or nothing at all, imitation guns can
Recaps of Sunday’s other NFL Games
Recaps of Sunday’s other NFL Games AFC Patriots 31, Dolphins 24 FOXBOROUGH, MASS. Jimmy
America must never let diversity upstage unity
Opinion: America must never let diversity upstage unity In our country for many years now, diversity has
FBI probes stabbings as possible terror act
Associated Press ST. CLOUD, MINN. A man in a private-security uniform stabbed nine people at a
Clinton decries attacks; Trump backers try to quell ‘birther’ issue
Associated Press WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. Hillary Clinton on Sunday condemned what she described as
WINNERS
WINNERS Major categories List of winners at the annual Primetime Emmy Awards, announced Sunday
ON THE LINKS | Sunday’s professional golf results
LPGA EVIAN CHAMPIONSHIP EVIAN-LES-BAINS, FRANCE In Gee Chun won the Evian Championship with
SPORTS digest
YSU soccer team falls to Cincinnati, 3-0 Cincinnati The Youngstown State women’s soccer team
Airstrikes, shelling threaten Syrian truce
Associated Press BEIRUT Syria’s fragile cease-fire started to unravel Sunday with the first
Experts boost warnings on codeine for children
Associated Press CHICAGO The American Academy of Pediatrics has strengthened its warnings about
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Alibaba fires 4 accused of stealing mooncakes BEIJING Four employees at Chinese
‘Sully’ soars over ‘Blair Witch,’ ‘Bridget’
‘Sully’ soars over ‘Blair Witch,’ ‘Bridget’ LOS ANGELES “Blair Witch,” “Bridget Jones’s Baby”
YEARS AGO
Today is Monday, Sept. 19, the 263rd day of 2016. There are 103 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Closer look at report cards reveals long-term value
Editorial: In the span of one academic year, can it be that Ohio’s 615 public school districts managed to
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Crestview school board buildings & grounds committee, 6 a.m., superintendent’s
Citations expected
Citations expected HUBBARD Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers say they expect to file citations
Former NL official to return to Warren
Former NL official to return to Warren WARREN Bill White, former professional baseball player
Operators of drones seek permission to fly out of direct sight
Associated Press FARGO, N.D. As thousands of commercial drones take to the skies under new
Associated Press
Associated Press NEW YORK Agents with the FBI pulled over a car on a highway in Brooklyn on
Youngstown native is appointed director of the Franklin County Board of Elections
Says his dedication to public service started in Youngstown
5 in auto targeted by FBI in blast SFlb
Associated Press NEW YORK The bomb that rocked a New York City neighborhood contained residue
Sunday, September 18 (113 stories)
'Game of Thrones' wins big at Emmy Awards
Here is a list of major winners from Sunday night's ceremony:
Motorcyclist from North Lima seriously injured in crash on Route 224
The motorcyclist was thrown from his vehicle
FBI investigates stabbings of 9 at Minn. mall as terrorism
The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the stabbings Saturday
'Sully' remains strongly in control of first place at this weekend's movie box office
'Blair Witch' ranked a distant second
FAA awards Cleveland airport $8M to improve de-icing
It's on top of a $22M grant Hopkins received earlier this summer from the feds
Trump plans return engagement to Ohio this week
He will speak at a noontime rally Wednesday at a theater in Toledo
Former Ohio inmate wins $3M judgment against state prison
The dispute centered on the failure of a prison employee to give the inmate pain medication
Trumbull commissioner write-in candidate charges incumbent with nepotism
Polivka adamantly denies the allegation
Lobbyists for painkiller makers funnel $3.5M to Ohio politicians
It occurred at the same time that Ohio's overdose epidemic from painkillers has reached record heights
As presidential race tightens, Clinton retains edge in electoral college projections, AP says
Donald Trump is gaining ground in Ohio and other states, it reports
UPDATE: More questions than answers surround bombing in Manhattan
All 29 people injured have been released from hospitals as of this afternoon
Secrecy continues to shroud public pensions
Opinion: State law exempts public pension payments from Ohio’s public records laws.
Morells mark 60th at Mass and dinner
STRUTHERS Don and Mary Morell of Struthers celebrated their 60th anniversary with a Mass at Christ
DeVincents' 60th honored with surprise party
boardman Joseph and Ruth DeVincent of Boardman were honored for their 60th anniversary at a
Mr. and Mrs. Victor Spess mark 50th anniversary
VIENNA Kathleen and Victor Spess of Vienna celebrated their 50th anniversary with a dinner Aug. 20
Katherine Fauvie, Nathan Anthony set wedding date
NILES Karl and Lisa Fauvie of Niles are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Katherine
Miss Comstock, Mr. Crissman are engaged
The engagement of Jessica Louise Comstock and Joshua James Crissman, both of Poland, is being
Jenna Rovnak, Joseph Speziale are engaged
BOARDMAN Jenna Rovnak and Joseph “JC” Speziale, both of Boardman, are announcing their engagement.
Sarah Hartman, Craig Wiencek to be married
AUSTINTOWN Sarah Hartman and Craig Wiencek, both of Austintown, are announcing their engagement
Tersaja Elliott, Matthew Harper plan October rite
Tersaja Lachelle Elliott and Matthew Todd Harper, both of Waldorf, Mich., are engaged and planning a
Miss Chadwick, Mr. Audia plan Oct. 1 wedding
CANFIELD Brian and Frances Chadwick of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Miss Connelly, Mr. Sinning plan wedding
Heather Connelly and Brett Sinning, both of Stow, Ohio, are engaged and planning to marry Oct. 8.
Givhan-Leet vows will be exchanged
Michelle Lynn Givhan and Clarence Leet III, both of Fowler, are announcing their engagement and
Katie Hawkins, Damien Beebout are engaged
BOARDMAN Donald and Debbie Hawkins of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
BOOKS DIGEST Monday Night writers will meet tomorrow
Monday Night writers will meet tomorrow CANFIELD The next meeting of Monday Night Writers will
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
SENIOR CITIZENS
AARP 4611 East will meet Wednesday at St. Augustine Episcopal Church, 614 Parmalee Ave., Youngstown.
Clarence Smith Jr. to receive honor
YOUNGSTOWN The advisory committee of Sister Jerome’s Mission, a program of the Ursuline Sisters of
GARDEN CLUBS
Tuesday Girard Herb Society will meet at 1 p.m. at Chad Anthony’s. Dolly Vivialo will discuss
MASONIC GROUPS
WEDNESDAY Sunrise Chapter 458, OES, will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Warren native now living in Florida has steel making in his blood
Travis Thorpe, a native of Warren’s West Side, lives in Florida now and and earns a living as a restaurateur, but his respect for people who worked in the former RG steel mill, like his father, is enormous.
Donald Trump’s national campaign spokeswoman said the presidential nominee ‘doesn’t change his mind,’ but ‘expands his policies’
She claims the ‘birther movement’ issue was an effort by Hillary Clinton and the media to hurt Trump’s support with blacks
Dog/run walk honors Cortland woman
Brittany Szwedko died after she was struck while jogging in Fowler
Emmy Award nominations list
2016 EMMY NOMINATIONS By The Associated Press Partial list of nominees for the annual Primetime
Who will win Emmy Awards?
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES Please excuse the excuses, but my Emmy
More than 1,000 people participate in Heart Walk
The event took place at YSU’s Watson & Tressel Center
Amanda Beagle in Italian-American dinner show at Leo’s
Staff report WARREN Amanda Beagle – a former Miss Ohio, professional actress, cruise-ship
Bengals, Steelers downplay tension as rivalry resumes
Today’s winner will remain in first place in the AFC North
Youngstown police issued many speeding citations in last three months
Motorists are still speeding, but not as fast as a year ago, police say
State report card is proof of Y’town schools’ failing
Editorial: Although Ohio’s school districts did not receive overall grades in the state report cards issued
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Young Professionals Garden Workday YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Young Professionals, MVYP,
Bond set at $500K for driver accused of killing trooper
Associated Press CLEVELAND Bond has been set at $500,000 for a motorist accused of fatally
Care Bears, Transformers among Toy Hall of Fame finalists Time for Toys
Associated Press ROCHESTER, N.Y. The Fisher-Price Little People and Care Bears will square off
Pre-Victorian folk-art cupboards please collectors
Most Americans in the 17th and early 18th centuries had very small houses with no clothes closets
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Alexus Guy, East Palestine, boy, Sept. 16. Gregory and
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Johnny Appleseed Festival, noon to 8 p.m.: Live entertainers,
Local distillery grows, produces Boom Boom Bourbon
Bill Candella and his brothers at the Candella micro-distillery in Boardman have changed venue and added product.
Today is Sunday, Sept. 18, the 262nd day of 2016. There are 104 days left in the year.
Today is Sunday, Sept. 18, the 262nd day of 2016. There are 104 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Sewage dump affects river in Miss., La.
Sewage dump affects river in Miss., La. BROOKHAVEN, Miss. A levee breach at a wastewater
SATURDAY’S BIG TEN RESULTS
No. 12 Michigan St. 36, No. 18 Notre Dame 28 SOUTH BEND, IND. Tyler O’Connor threw for two
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Youngstown City Council Committee on Housing & Economic Development, 5 p.m.,
NAACP complaints
NAACP complaints YOUNGSTOWN The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s mobile-outreach
What: The Simeon Booker Award for Courage presented to Judge Nathaniel R. Jones.
What: The Simeon Booker Award for Courage presented to Judge Nathaniel R. Jones. When: Oct. 5 at
MORE PREP RESULTS
MORE PREP RESULTS CROSS COUNTRY Boardman Invitational BOARDMAN Boardman High School hosted
Dandruff shampoo relieves breast rash
Q. I had occasional rashes in my armpits and under my breasts until I found that washing with
Parents of boy who tried to sell toy for food plead guilty
Associated Press LEBANON, OHIO An Ohio boy’s parents have pleaded guilty to child-endangering
Israel boost troops in West Bank after Palestinian attacks
Associated Press JERUSALEM The Israeli military sent troop reinforcements to a flashpoint West
Blast rocks Manhattan
Associated Press NEW YORK An apparent explosion in a crowded Chelsea neighborhood of New York
Occupy Wall Street
5 years later, demonstrators weigh impact of Associated Press NEW YORK For a time, Occupy Wall
In Pennsylvania, pizzerias team up to benefit soup kitchen
By DAVID SINGLETON The Times-Tribune SCRANTON, PA. A baker’s dozen of pizza shops that have
Poland society to host fall fundraiser
Poland society to host fall fundraiser POLAND Poland Historical Society is hosting its fall
SPORTS digest
YSU volleyball coach to speak at Curbstone BEAVER TOWNSHIP Youngstown State University head
REGIONAL ROUNDUP
REGIONAL ROUNDUP Mount Union 56, Marietta 0 ALLIANCE Mount Union (2-0, 1-0 Ohio Athletic
Week of September 18, 2016
345 E. Oregon LLC to David L. Wright et al, Florida Ave., Sebring, $12,000. Marsha Lynn Smith to
Aerial videos bring the sights to you
By Jen Leo Los Angeles Times If you don’t have the time or money to leave town, you can bring
Turn out for Clinton, Sanders urges turned-off voters during Ohio stops
Associated Press KENT In a pair of university stops in battleground Ohio on Saturday, Bernie
Registration for parenting class is Sept. 30
Topics to be covered include styles of parenting, co-parenting relationships, your developing child, tips for setting rules and discipline
Airlines project higher earnings
Airlines project higher earnings The world’s airlines have revised their 2016 profit forecast up
Selecting a jury for the trial of Robert Seman is crucial
Opinion: The composition of a jury in a criminal trial is extremely important. In fact, there is an old joke
TMH Pink Ribbon run/walk is Saturday
The community event is designed to raise breast cancer awareness for prevention
TELEVISION Who will win Emmy Awards?
IF YOU WATCH — The 68th Primetime Emmy Awards air tonight at 8 on ABC
Emily Post, where are you? Instilling manners in kids will lessen bullying
Opinion: Emily Post, where are you? Instilling manners in kids will lessen bullying Have you ever seen a
Fall television snippets: A day-by-day look at new series
By Robert Lloyd Los Angeles Times (TNS) The new shows include: MONDAY Kevin Can Wait CBS,
COLUMBIANA/TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS columbiana COUNTY New complaints Salem Community Hospital v. Erin E.G. Morrow, money.
Get ready for the next power outage
Hurricanes and tornadoes get the most play in the media, but any extreme weather – heavy rain, wind,
Fan-made ‘Star Trek’ sets become tourist attraction in NY Starfleet enterprise
By MICHAEL HILL Associated Press TICONDEROGA, N.Y. On its many voyages through space, the
No ties to terrorism, mayor says
Associated Press NEW YORK An explosion in a crowded Chelsea neighborhood in Manhattan on
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
FINANCIAL Michael S. Lytle of Canfield recently announced that American Portfolios Financial
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Man in custody after standoff aboard train
Associated Press LOS ANGELES An hourslong standoff with an armed man who barricaded himself
Runners to your marks … Upcoming races & walks
SEPTEMBER Saturday — TMH Pink Ribbon 5K Run/Walk and 1-mile run. Races begin at Trumbull Memorial
Crash closes I-80
Crash closes I-80 HUBBARD The Ohio State Highway Patrol reported late Saturday that Interstate
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
YOUNGSTOWN playhouse Not to pick a little, but ‘Music Man’ needs excitement to match cast’s great singing
By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com The Youngstown Playhouse, kicking off its 92nd season,
Iranian cyclist dies after crash in race
Associated Press RIO DE JANEIRO An Iranian cyclist died after crashing in a road race at the Rio
Lobby gave state $3.5M as number opioid deaths grew
Associated Press COLUMBUS As Ohio’s overdose epidemic has climbed toward a record high, an army
Minn. man freed after decade in prison for 1979 killing
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS A Minnesota man says freedom from prison is “wonderful” after
MILESTONES
MILESTONES HONORS State group selects Mock as outstanding board member Kathy Mock, president
Syrian troops possibly struck by mistake
Associated Press BEIRUT The U.S. military said it may have unintentionally struck Syrian troops
Lines form in wake of pipeline spill
Associated Press ATLANTA Lines formed at gas stations across the South on Saturday and drivers
Mich. man denied gun wins key appeal
Associated Press DETROIT A Michigan man who can’t buy a gun because he was briefly treated for
COLUMBUS Police arrest man who was with boy shot by cop
Associated Press COLUMBUS Police on Saturday arrested a suspect who was with a 13-year-old Ohio
TOP 25 COLLEGE FOOTBALL | Recaps of Saturday’s games
No. 1 Alabama 48, No. 19 Mississippi OXFORD, MISSISSIPPI No. 1 Alabama scored two defensive
Area Golf Calendar Upcoming outings & scrambles
SEPTEMBER WEDNESDAY — Youngstown Baseball Oldtimers scramble, 10 a.m., Mill Creek North. For
On the links: Area Golf League scores
BEDFORD TRAILS Mahoning Valley — League champions: MD Plastic (Mike Durina, Bob Price, Patsy
SATURDAY’S MID-AMERICAN CONFERENCE FOOTBALL GAMES
No. 15 Tennessee 28, Ohio 19 KNOXVILLE, TENN. Joshua Dobbs threw a pair of 20-yard touchdown
Saturday, September 17 (98 stories)
Heart Walk draws more than 1,000 to YSU WATTS Center
Heart Walk draws more than 1,000 to WATTS Center
Judge Nathaniel R. Jones to be honored Oct. 5 in downtown Youngstown
Judge Nathaniel R. Jones to be honored Oct. 5 in downtown Youngstown
Gas prices up in some southern states, stations running out after pipeline spill
Gas prices up in some southern states, stations running out after pipeline spill
FDNY: 25 hurt in possible explosion in Chelsea neighborhood
FDNY: 25 hurt in possible explosion in Chelsea neighborhood
Drinking and driving? OVI checkpoint tonight, Saturday in Boardman
OVI checkpoint tonight in Boardman
Sister of black man killed by Tulsa police says he was unarmed
Sister of black man killed by Tulsa police says he was unarmed
Philly police: Anti-cop note found at scene of deadly rampage
Philly police: Anti-cop note found at scene of deadly rampage
2 ex-officers charged in beating of Ohio defendant at park
2 ex-officers charged in beating of Ohio defendant at park
Cedar Point’s Mean Streak wooden coaster done after 25 years
Cedar Point’s Mean Streak wooden coaster done after 25 years
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Doctor declares Trump running mate Pence to be healthy
Doctor declares Trump running mate Pence to be healthy
Man pleads guilty in 2 Ohio killings, gets life in prison
Man pleads guilty in 2 Ohio killings, gets life in prison
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Top Trump spokeswoman defends GOP candidate
EXCLUSIVE | Top Trump spokeswoman defends GOP candidate
Video series on marriage begins
Video series on marriage begins AUSTINTOWN A video series, “Laugh Your Way to a Better
Austintown’s transportation official to take similar job in Youngstown schools
Colleen Murphy-Penk has been with Austintown schools since 1988. Next week she joins Youngstown Schools
Bowden, Raiders dominate Falcons in back-to-back seasons
Making mistakes against the Warren G. Harding Raiders can be a dangerous proposition.
Warren JFK blanks Crestview for statement win
Warren JFK junior Alec Burzynski said his team wanted to make a statement against Crestview. That statement came in the form of a 34-0 shutout over the Rebels to move the Eagles to 4-0 on the season
Valley Black Caucus pays homage to ex-labor leader, activist Gatewood
The Youngstown Warren Black Caucus gave a tribute to the late Arlette Gatewood Friday, as it also heard from Clayola Brown, president of the national A. Philip Randolph Institute.
Dean of passing: Late TDs help Tigers win stunner
Samari Dean and the Howland Tigers saved the best for last.
Youngstown Foundation funds new tech hub at Oak Hill
Youngstown Foundation funds new technology hub at Oak Hill Collaborative MakerSpace
Big Red still king of Spartan Stadium
Steubenville did Boardman in Spartan Stadium they same way the Big Red handled Ursuline in the same place last year
Anderson's big play leads Mooney over Akron SVSM
Ray Anderson’s recovery of a muffed punt to give the Cardinals some momentum.
Racism meeting set for Sept. 25
The grass roots organization depends on people of faith to foster positive change.
Top court justice makes homecoming trip to Valley
Ohio Supreme Court Justice Judith L. French presided over a public YSU moot court team practice.
Festival to showcase short student films
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The fourth annual Friends 4 Friends Film Festival, which showcases short
Record Reviews
KT Tunstall Album: “KIN” Grade: A The last time Hillary Clinton ran for president, one of her
Butler to show renowned realist’s paintings
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An exhibition of works by renowned realist painter Robert Cottingham
Ohio State-Oklahoma game has playoff implications
Ohio State (2-0), which topped the all-time chart, is ranked No. 3 nationally this season.
Governor appoints Salem CEO as YSU trustee
Dr. Anita Hackstedde of Columbiana is the newest YSU trustee
Canfield trustees object to land annex into the city
The city seeks the annexation to begin developing the Red Gate Farm property
Man gets eight years in prison on child porn charges
Jason Gruber drew the sentence after pleading guilty to 10 counts of pandering obscenity involving a minor.
Police: Parents pass out from heroin in Niles parking lot
‘I don’t think people who have been touched by addiction understand the magnitude of the problem,’ a witness said
Elderly Warren couple escapes from early-morning house fire thanks to neighbor
Elderly Warren couple escapes from early-morning house fire thanks to neighbor
Many relied on translations of Hilda Taindel
Looking over family photos and records are, from left, Andrei Taindel; his daughter, Andrea Simkins; and his sister, Simone Arnold. At left is a photograph of Hildegard Taindel, Andrei and Simone's mom, who died recently at age 93. Taindel was a multi-lingual German immigrant who lived for many years in communist Romania, narrowly evaded a concentration camp and worked as a translator for embassies. Here, she translated for the International Institute of Youngstown, and continued to translate for Valley residents through this year.
Steelers’ goal: Pressure Dalton
It’s not the kind of shutout the Pittsburgh Steelers defense had in mind to start the season.
Flacco, Ravens ready for baby-faced Browns
Joe Flacco squinted, did a double-take and rubbed his eyes.
If you can stand the heat
Are you watching “The Great British Bake Off” each week? If not, you are missing the “Downton Abbey”
Freese’s single lifts Pirates against Reds
The Pittsburgh Pirates did the little things to come up with a big win
MORE PREP FOOTBALL
Canfield 41 Lakeside 2 ASHTABULA Quarterback Jake Cummings ran for two touchdowns and passed for
YSU keeps focus for Robert Morris
It’s quite a drop off from West Virginia to Robert Morris and not having a letdown two years in a row against the Colonials is the task at hand
ON THE LINKS | Friday’s pro golf results
EVIAN CHAMPIONSHIP EVIAN-LES-BAINS, FRANCE In Gee Chun shot a 5-under 66 on Friday to take a
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Josh Denapoli and Amanda Johnson, North Lima, boy, Sept.
Take judicial elections seriouslySFlb
Opinion: In less than two months, eligible Ohioans will help decide the next president of the United States.
Libertarian duo Johnson, Weld deserve a place on debate stage
Opinion: OK, so Gary Johnson probably isn’t going to be the nation’s 45th president. And it’s doubtful Bill
Valley to be represented in World Cup of Hockey
Brandon Saad, Andrej Sustr and J.T. Miller are set to compete.
Death toll rises to 15 after typhoon hits China, Taiwan
Death toll rises to 15 after typhoon hits China, Taiwan BEIJING A powerful typhoon has caused at
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.44-0.03 Aqua America, .71
“The young man saith unto him, ‘All these things have I kept from my youth up: what lack
“The young man saith unto him, ‘All these things have I kept from my youth up: what lack I yet?’”
Housing sales up across Mahoning Valley
Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties all saw an increase
False clues make it tough to find hackers
Associated Press LONDON Medical data from some of the world’s leading athletes has been posted
AP, other media sue FBI for details on iPhone hacking tool
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Associated Press and two other news organizations sued the FBI
Daredevil powers over canyon
Associated Press TWIN FALLS, Idaho Professional stuntman Eddie Braun successfully jumped over
More High School results
BOYS SOCCER Warren G Harding 2, Boardman 1 BOARDMAN Dalonte Williamson and Michael Jordan
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, 8 p.m.: The concert ($30 to $55),
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
For sale: island off Connecticut
Associated Press A 63-acre island estate that went on sale this week for the first time in more
Signs of autumn’s bounty
The bad news is summer is waning and fishing days are dwindling in number, but there’s also good
POLITICAL ROUNDUP Weekend appearances
Here’s who will be in Northeast Ohio this weekend campaigning for Republican presidential nominee
ODOT announces lane restrictions
ODOT announces lane restrictions YOUNGSTOWN The U.S. Route 62 (Canfield Road) bridge over Mill
State unemployment rate down slightly
The state’s seasonally-adjusted jobless rate in August 2016 dropped slightly to 4.7 percent from 4.8 percent in July 2016.
Bill Livingston: Ohio State, Oklahoma and Youngstown share college football bond
With the weekend of the Ohio State-Oklahoma game approaching, a stranger asked if he had found what some call “the shrine of Mahoning Valley football.”
Fate of NC’s LGBT law left up to Charlotte
Any actions toward repealing a North Carolina law that limits nondiscrimination protections for LGBT people must be preceded by the city of Charlotte’s repeal of a pro-LGBT ordinance, Gov. Pat McCrory’s office said Friday.
Diverse America divided on various symbols
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO The oldest Latino civil rights group in the United States opens
METRO DIGEST || Worker’s arm severed at Poland landfill
Worker’s arm severed POLAND A worker’s arm was severed in an industrial accident at the Poland
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Acclaimed playwright Edward Albee dies NEW YORK Three-time Pulitzer Prize-winning
An environmental win for Valley 33 years in making
Editorial: A federal consent deCree released this week for massive cleanup at and near the former Nease
Send information on animal blessings
Send information on animal blessings The traditional blessing of animals celebrates the life of
Prices tick up 0.2% in August
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. consumer prices edged up 0.2 percent in August as a surge in
Mice as a Keystone species
Basic ecology uses simple diagrams to illustrate how biomass is distributed in ecosystems. These
Nordson to centralize business at former Tamarkin facility
The former Tamarkin facility on Victoria Road will have a new tenant.
Smithsonian museum Historic church donates bell
Associated Press WILLIAMSBURG, Va. A historic black church in Virginia will help dedicate the
presidential race Obama born in the USA, Trump admits
Associated Press WASHINGTON After five years as the chief promoter of a lie about Barack Obama’s
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
BSA donation YOUNGSTOWN Home Savings Charitable Foundation recently donated a check for $5,000
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO TOday 6:30 a.m. (GC) Women’s golf: LPGA Tour Evian Championship. 9 a.m. (CNBC)
Archery clinics
Archery clinics Hubbard The Hubbard Conservation Club, 1760 Wick-Campbell Road, is offering free
Sunday News shows | Guest lineups
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Democratic vice presidential
Oddly enough
Oddly enough Authorities: Man broke into jail for protection HAMILTON Police say a 23-year-old
Treat marijuana with care
Opinion: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: “What’s really going on here is that over the last 20 years marijuana went
SPORTS digest
Oakland scores late in win over Penguins Youngstown Oakland scored three goals with under 15
Spartan Invitational hosts 7,000 HS runners
The 31st annual Boardman Spartan Cross Country Invitational gets underway today at 9 a.m. with nearly 7,000 runners ready to compete at the school’s course
Friday, September 16 (89 stories)
Laws requiring photo IDS to vote hurt minorities, speaker tells Black caucus
The Youngstown Warren Black Caucus gave a tribute to the late steel union leader and community activist Arlette Gatewood Friday, as it heard from Clayola Brown, president of the national A. Philip Randolph Institute.
Prospective jurors' behavior has tainted jury pool, Seman lawyers tell judge
Attorneys in the capital murder case against Robert Seman have filed a motion in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court asking for a mistrial.
Poland family ready to share immigrant grandmother's story
When a Vindicator reporter interviewed Simone Arnold years ago about her work teaching English as a second language, Arnold insisted that the real story was her mother, a German immigrant and prolific translator.
'One of best in state' coming to Youngstown schools from Austintown
City schools CEO Krish Mohip hopes Austintown schools’ loss is his district’s gain.
Youngstown hobbyists, aspiring inventors have hub to call their own
A small but well-furnished room in the basement of the Oak Hill Collaborative, 507 Oak Hill Ave., hosts MakerSpace meetings every Wednesday evening, giving 3-D printers and computer space for people in the Youngstown area to create and innovate.
Child tells store staff parents unconsious in car
Parents of an 8-year-old girl are expected to face charges after reports said they were found passed out at about 5:20 p.m. Thursday in a parking lot from a suspected heroin overdose.
Canfield trustees file objection to annexation petition
Canfield Township trustees filed an objection with the Mahoning County commissioners to the petition Canfield city filed earlier this week to annex a township property.
Campbell man gets 8 years for obscenity involving kids
Jason E. Gruber, 37, of Woodland Avenue, Campbell, has been sentenced to eight years in prison after he pleaded guilty to 10 counts of pandering obscenity involving a minor.
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Trump adjusts call for Clinton bodyguards to lose their guns
Trump adjusts call for Clinton bodyguards to lose their guns
Nordson to centralize business at former Tamarkin facility
Nordson to centralize business at former Tamarkin facility
Worker air-lifted to trauma center after industrial accident
Worker air-lifted to trauma center after industrial accident
Lane restrictions set for Route 62 bridge over Mill Creek
Lane restrictions set for Route 62 bridge over Mill Creek
Kasich names Salem hospital CEO as newest YSU trustee
Kasich names Salem hospital CEO as newest YSU trustee
Canfield trustees object to property annexation to city of Canfield
Canfield trustees object to property annexation to city of Canfield
OSHP to conduct sobriety checkpoints this weekend in Mahoning County
OSHP to conduct sobriety checkpoints over the weekend in Mahoning County
Spaghetti dinner Sunday will promote Hubbard schools emergency operating levy
Spaghetti dinner Sunday will promote Hubbard schools emergency operating levy
Ohio shelter halts plans to put down dogs after court order
Ohio shelter halts plans to put down dogs after court order
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Reversing course, Trump admits President Obama was born in US
Reversing course, Trump admits Obama was born in the US
Nevels Temple Church of God in Christ has food giveaway Saturday
Nevels Temple Church of God in Christ as food giveaway Saturday
US Sen. Bernie Sanders stumps for Clinton in Akron on Saturday
Sanders stumps for Clinton in Akron on Saturday
Austintown bus chief to take over city schools routes
Austintown bus chief to take over city schools routes
Holy Family participates in Project Grow
Holy Family Youth Ministry participated in “Project Grow” the weekend of July 29-30.
Get your 5 minutes with McNally on Tuesday at 5 p.m.
Get your 5 minutes with McNally on Tuesday at 5 p.m.
Robinwood students finish first week of school
The first week of school came to an end for Robinwood Lane Elementary School students on Sept. 1.
CLUB CALENDAR
ATHLETIC GROUPS Girard High School Athletic Boosters will meet at 8 p.m. Wednesday at the high
Mane event returns for third year
Mane event returns for third year YOUNGSTOWN Carmella Marie Co. hosts “Let’s Talk Hair: The Mane
Wick Avenue project will be a model for others, city officials say
The $4.4 million improvement project on Wick Avenue will be the model for future work on Youngstown’s main corridors, city officials say.
Niles 1966: What should have been ...
The Niles Red Dragons went 10-0 in 1966, but got the shaft in both season-ending state polls.
Ceremony at courthouse kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month
The event celebrates a theme of ‘a growing connected Latino culture.
Ohio Elections Commission finds no violation by Carcelli
Struthers law director alleges school board member improperly solicited political funds.
Valley grades fall, officials blame new state test
Only three of the Mahoning Valley’s 45 public school districts earned a B on the “Indicators Met” measure
Saturday's 5K run to honor memory of Cortland jogger
Saturday’s Brittany Szwedko Memorial 5K Run and Dog Walk will fund a scholarship in young woman’s memory
Maddie & Tae are making a statement
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Madison Marlow and Taylor Dye are well aware their
Raiders, Falcons renew rivalry tonight in Austintown
Harding beat Massillon 41-28 and Fitch defeated Louisville 26-0 last week.
PREP ROUNDUP | High school results
GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Howland 25-25-25, Lakeside 19-15-18 HOWLAND Tigers senior hitter Cassie
Complaint filed against Niles Law Director J. Terrence Dull
Complaint filed against Niles Law Director J. Terrence Dull
Gateway fielding new opportunities
Eastern Gateway Community College is making the jump into the world of collegiate athletics.
Akron Children’s now has five primary care pediatric sites in the Mahoning Valley
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Akron Children’s Hospital Pediatrics in
There are patriot games in Oliver Stone’s ‘Snowden’ Playing it STRAIGHT
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer Edward Snowden, who cast himself as the hero of his own spy movie,
‘Bridget Jones’ is a charming return to form
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer Ren e Zellweger is charming as ever in “Bridget Jones’s Baby,” a
Penn State details plans for Paterno anniversary
Penn State detailed plans Thursday to mark the 50th anniversary of Joe Paterno’s first win.
Former probate court employee dies
Donald D. Gaudio Jr. was on an Oakhill Renaissance Place witness list this year, but was never called to testify in that trial.
New injection well just south of the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport to begin commercial operations Oct. 8
Staff report VIENNA The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has approved a permit allowing the
Complaint filed against Niles Law Director J. Terrence Dull
The Ohio Board of Professional Conduct has certified a complaint against Niles Law Director J. Terrence Dull to the full board for formal disciplinary proceedings.
Farmdale woman revived after 16 doses of naloxone, kids in back seat
A woman, 28, of Farmdale recovered from a drug overdose Saturday night only after medical personnel administered 16 rounds of naloxone.
DoubleTree to open by Dec. 2017 downtown
Dominic Marchionda looks over Youngstown from the top of the Stambaugh Building. The roof will turn into a rooftop bar for the DoubleTree Hotel project in the building. The project has to happen for the city, Marchionda says.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “The Music Man,” 7:30 p.m.: Opening night for this old-school crowd
Parents unconscious in car at Niles store
Parents unconscious in car at Niles store NILES A young girl went into the Dollar General Market
“Choo Choo Soul” chugs to Austintown
Genevieve Goings, “Choo Choo Soul” character and the new host of Radio Disney Junior, said she expects everyone to come prepared to dance
Bengals at Steelers features matchup of dynamic duos
When the game’s on the line, Bengals and Steelers fans know where the ball’s most likely going.
METRO DIGEST || Kent Trumbull event for displaced ITT students
KSU event for ITT students CHAMPION Kent State University at Trumbull is offering an
ON THE LINKS Thursday’s golf results
EVIAN CHAMPIONSHIP EVIAN-LES-BAINS, FRANCE South Koreans In Gee Chun and Sung Hyun Park shot
TDs Jets’ Forte in win over Buffalo
Associated Press ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. Matt Forte scored three touchdowns and Ryan Fitzpatrick
Houston rallies, throttles Cincy
Associated Press CINCINNATI Greg Ward Jr. threw an interception in the end zone. Cincinnati
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Slow train crosses marathon course, damaging finish times ALLENTOWN, Pa. A slow-
‘Old man’ McCown back in starter’s role
The Browns (0-1) will turn their offense back over to the capable McCown.
Indians fall to White Sox; magic number down to 11
The Cleveland Indians dropped three of four in Chicago — and still gained a bit Thursday.
Proposed Trumbull JEDD puts focus rightly on future
Editorial: The ongoing dismantling of the Mahoning Valley’s largest and sole-surviving blast furnace at the
Barrett vs. Mayfield in quarterback showdown
Barrett finished fifth in the Heisman Trophy balloting in 2014, Mayfield finished fourth last year.
YEARS AGO
Today is Friday, Sept. 16, the 260th day of 2016. There are 106 days left in the year. ASsociated
Ohio court nixes complaint over minimum wage
Ohio court nixes complaint over minimum wage CLEVELAND The Ohio Supreme Court has dismissed a
Righting a grave wrong
Opinion: By Joshua J. WHITFIELD The Dallas Morning News Georgetown University in 1838 was bailed out by
Mascarellas mark 50th anniversary
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Mascarella of Boardman marked their 50th wedding anniversary with a trip to
US Senate race in Ohio failing to live up to pre-election hype
Opinion: Despite some vulnerability on issues, all signs point to Rob Portman winning a re-election bid in a
valley school districts’ grades for indicators met
valley school districts’ grades for indicators met Mahoning Valley school district grades of
Wahlberg’s request for pardon is dropped
Wahlberg’s request for pardon is dropped BOSTON Actor Mark Wahlberg has ended his bid for a
Speed caps will cause crashes, jam highways, truckers say
Associated Press DETROIT Truckers are warning that a government plan to electronically limit the
SAMSUNG GALAXY NOTE 7 US regulators: Official recall of 1M smartphones
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO U.S. safety regulators announced a formal recall of Samsung’s
Miss Begezda, Mr. Smith set wedding date
Allison Begezda and Brett Smith, both of Austin, Texas, are engaged and planning an Oct. 1 wedding.
Youngstown board signs an agreement with company to work on environmental projects
The deal isn’t binding
Before Hispanic group, Clinton rips Trump on ‘birtherism’
Associated Press WASHINGTON Hillary Clinton on Thursday accused rival Donald Trump of fostering
Ohio Auditor’s office files complaint against Mecca Township fiscal officer regarding income tax payments
State says Mecca Township Fiscal Officer Deborah Drawl has failed to timely remit state income tax payments twice this year
‘Miracle on the Hudson’ safety advice not carried out
Associated Press WASHINGTON In the seven years since an airline captain saved 155 lives by
Ohio man charged with killing 2, kidnapping 1
Associated Press ASHLAND, OHIO A man arrested at a house where two bodies were found was charged
Kulh win: Pirates pound the Phillies
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Chad Kuhl’s fan club brought the noise. Andrew McCutchen hit two
U.S. Sens. Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren will campaign in Northeast Ohio for Hillary Clinton
There are no scheduled stops in the Mahoning Valley
Thursday, September 15 (92 stories)
Saturday run to honor Cortland jogger killed in hit-and-run
Brittany Szwedko had it all: brains, beauty, a great sense of humor and family and friends who loved her.
Historic Stambaugh Building evolving into downtown hotel
On the roof of the Stambaugh Building the wind whips your hair and the sun warms you.
Only 3 Valley schools earn B on state report cards, but educators not surprised
As state and Mahoning Valley educators predicted, the latest state report cards for schools and school districts show lower grades than what many parents and community members expect.
Former worker fired from Belinky court dies at 54
Services will take place at 3 p.m. today in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica Church for Donald D. Gaudio Jr., 54, of Boardman, a former Mahoning County Probate Court deputy clerk and guardianship investigator, who died Monday at the Cleveland Clinic after a brief illness.
Emergency personnel respond to NIles store after child reports parents unconscious in car
A young girl went into the Dollar General Market in the Niles Plaza Shopping Center, 5120 Youngstown-Warren Road, late Thursday and asked for help because her parents would not wake up.
Valley Latinos kick off Hispanic Heritage Month
Fran Wilson has kept a special mantra first taught to her by her father. While growing up, Wilson’s father would tell her “You can do anything, you’re Mexican.”
Woman revived after 16 doses of OD-reversal drug
A woman, 28, of Farmdale recovered from a drug overdose Saturday night outside the Taco Bell on Elm Road after medical personnel administered 16 rounds of the opiate reversal drug naloxone.
Wick Ave. improvement will be model for more corridor work, mayor says
The $4.4 million improvement project on Wick Avenue will be the model for future work on Youngstown’s main corridors, city officials say.
'I'm the bad guy,' Wickie Tutt tells Judge Christian
Wickie Tutt told Judge Shirley J. Christian that he will spend his four years in prison to reflect on why he is the “bad guy” – and on what he can to do change that when he gets out.
Power outage shut off water for customers on the East Side
Power outage shut off water for customers on the East Side
Austintown woman faces charges after fight turns violent
Austintown woman faces charges after fight turns violent
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Trump to Oz: I see a younger person in the mirror
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Trump to Oz: I see a younger person in the mirror
US retail sales slump 0.3 percent, ending 4 months of gains
US retail sales slump 0.3 percent, ending 4 months of gains
Gun, drugs found after pair arrested on Breaden Avenue
Gun, drugs found after pair arrested on Breaden Avenue
After arrest, man gives up cash, drugs in the back of police cruiser
After arrest, man gives up cash, drugs in the back of police cruiser
Prison sentence for Boardman man who made meth in front of son
Prison sentence for Boardman man who made meth in front of son
Hyundai recalls SUVs; software flaw may stop acceleration
Hyundai recalls SUVs; software flaw may stop acceleration
Library association to host annual meeting
Library association to host annual meeting WARREN Warren Library Association will host its
Mahoning County man could be tried a fifth time for the murder of an Austintown woman
Mahoning County man could be tried a fifth time for the murder of an Austintown woman
Buckeyes’ D preparing for first real challenge
No. 3 Ohio State’s ball-hawking defense has given quarterbacks fits in the first two games against overmatched opponents.
Youngstown Playhouse begins 92nd season An old-fashioned ‘Music Man’
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Just about everyone has seen “The Music Man” at
Charities to get unclaimed jail inmate items
Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene is donating unclaimed jail inmate property, or proceeds from them, to charity.
Big Kick It music fest at the B&O
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Big Kick It music festival will be Saturday at the B&O Station
Christian rockers ready an intimate performance
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com For fans of Contemporary Christian Music, Steven Curtis
Maluso and Blackson in cabaret performance
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The cabaret duo of Mary Jo Maluso and Rick Blackson will present a
Columbia Midstream gives $10K to Poland trustees to hire student resource officer
Staff report POLAND Columbia Midstream, an affiliate of the natural-gas company Columbia
Johnny Appleseed Festival set for Saturday, Sunday
Staff report LISBON The 49th Annual Johnny Appleseed Festival will be Saturday and Sunday in
ACC to relocate athletic championships from North Carolina
The Atlantic Coast Conference has followed the NCAA’s lead and is removing all its athletic championships from North Carolina over a state law limiting protections for LGBT people.
Youngstown Symphony to open its 90th season
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra will open its 90th anniversary season
Phillies beat Pirates 6-2 behind Freddy Galvis’ homer
Pirates taking on heavy water in wild card hunt Associated Press philadelphia Freddy Galvis
Black sociopolitical comedian, entertains, challenges Stambaugh audience
Bell supports San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick’s decision to take a knee during the national anthem
About 6,500 Mahoning County voters have requested absentee ballots to vote by mail
It’s considerably more than those asking for ballots at this time during the last presidential election
York, Rhéaume encourage women to break boundaries
Two risk-taking females in the sports industry spoke at the Women’s In Entrepreneurship fundraiser Wednesday.
RG3’s career back in limbo after injury
Robert Griffin III’s left arm is cradled in a black sling, restrained. Same as his career.
Academic commission to provide feedback on strategic plan
Commission chairman says approval of academic plan won’t be quick
DoubleTree to open by Dec. 2017 downtown
Dominic Marchionda looks over Youngstown from the top of the Stambaugh Building. The roof will turn into a rooftop bar for the DoubleTree Hotel project in the building. The project has to happen for the city, Marchionda says.
Growing the perfect apple isn’t easy
Q. How can I grow a better apple crop? The apples are small, with lots of spots. Bob from Newton
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Truce in Syria brokered by US, Russia is sketchy
Editorial: Although early reports of calm in war-torn Syria may indicate that the cease-fire brokered by the
NCAA’s decision about discrimination
Opinion: By Peter St. ONGE The Charlotte Observer The NCAA’s decision Monday night to pull seven
Trumbull County out from under strict septic rules after 10 years
A large percentage of Trumbull county property owners will have less expensive options available if they need a new septic system.
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Ribbon-cutting set BOARDMAN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a ribbon-cutting
Silly Science Sunday
Silly Science Sunday YOUNGSTOWN OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science &
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Lordstown Negotiations Committee, 4:30 p.m., council chambers, 1455 Salt Springs
Bryan Adams went straight to the heart of Covelli crowd
Bryan Adams never had to coax his fans to sing along at Tuesday’s concert at Covelli Centre, because
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.39-0.13 Aqua America, .71
Kenny Rogers at Stambaugh
Kenny Rogers at Stambaugh Country Music Hall of Famer Kenny Rogers will bring his final world tour
Youngstown Playhouse opens its season with 'Music Man'
Youngstown Playhouse opens its season with 'Music Man'
Fall – time for a soil test!
Fall – time for a soil test! Knowing what’s in your soil is the foundation for great landscape
Salem theater opens with ‘Over the River’
Staff report SALEM Salem Community Theatre will begin its 2016-17 season with the heartwarming
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Desiree McGee and Cody Thomas, Magnolia, girl, Sept. 13.
Trump bashes NAFTA, Obamacare in Canton
Combined dispatches Republican Donald Trump was was met by an enthusiastic crowd of about 4,500 in
Education is the key to black lives
Opinion: Ordinarily, it is not a good idea to base how you vote on just one issue. But if black lives really
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Blair Witch (R) College students searching for their friend’s missing sister in
Avoid a blah landscape after summer FALL COLOR
By Eric Barrett OSU Extension educator Some gardens suffer from a lack of flower color and
Rust Belt presents ‘Nevermore’
Rust Belt presents ‘Nevermore’ David Cirelli and Heather Powell are shown in a scene from Rust
Barrel Run Crossing Winery and Vineyard, 3272 Industry Road, Rootstown; 330-325-1075
Barrel Run Crossing Winery and Vineyard, 3272 Industry Road, Rootstown; 330-325-1075 Fri: Josiah
Spinach in 28 days
Spinach in 28 days It’s not too late to grow spinach to enjoy this year. Most varieties can be
Gladys Knight at Packard hall
Gladys Knight at Packard hall Legendary singer Gladys Knight will come to Packard Music Hall, 1703
auditionS
auditionS “Nativity: The Hope,SDRq auditions will be Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for children
SPORTS digest
Ex-CART star wins Paralympic gold rio de janeiro Nearly 15 years to the day he lost his legs in
On CAMPUS College football news & notes
Sandusky’s named removed STATE COLLEGE, PA. Between John Rosenberg and Joe Sarra on page 241 of
PREP ROUNDUP | High school results
BOYS SOCCER Mathews 8, Bristol 7 BRISTOL Kenny Wallace scored six goals and Emily Strama
Port authority manager moves to Trumbull County Planning Commission
Port authority manager moves to Trumbull County Planning Commission
FULL MOON NIGHT HIKE
FULL MOON NIGHT HIKE When: Friday, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. What: Walk the trails to the east end of
Farmers: Merger may drive up costs
Associated Press ST. LOUIS Bayer’s buyout of St. Louis-based Monsanto has agricultural groups
Budget panel certifies 2017 revenue
The projection assumes a loss of $1.85 million in sales tax revenue in the second half of 2017.
Police: Victim points to remains of third person
Associated Press ASHLAND, Ohio A woman’s report that she was being held captive in a home led to
Charter schools in Ohio get grant with conditions
Associated Press COLUMBUS The U.S. Department of Education is releasing a disputed $71 million
Heat’s Chris Bosh is ‘ready to play’ after clots
Chris Bosh has decided he’s ready to play for the Miami Heat again.
Voters aren’t clueless
Opinion: By Jonathan Bernstein Bloomberg View We have a strong-if- mistaken assumption that voters should
Dismantling begins on park gazebo where boy was killed
Associated Press CLEVELAND Work began Wednesday on dismantling a gazebo outside a Cleveland
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Return of football leads NBC to dominating win NEW YORK The return of football and
NOTICES
NOTICES BASEBALL Rizer 14-U Classic B team — plans tryouts for the 2017 season. Call Phil at
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO TODAY 9:30 a.m. (GC) Women’s golf: LPGA Tour Evian Championship. 12:30 p.m. (GC)
Registered Republicans gain ground in battleground states
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans have gained ground on Democrats in registering voters
On I-680, car hits van carrying inmates
On I-680, car hits van carrying inmates YOUNGSTOWN Five passengers in a van driven by a member
Wednesday, September 14 (85 stories)
Port authority manager moves to Trumbull County Planning Commission
Port authority manager moves to Trumbull County Planning Commission
Women discuss breaking barriers in professional sports
Women discuss breaking barriers in professional sports
Black political satirist Bell brings views on race, politics to Valley
Black political satirist Bell brings views on race, politics to Valley
Pipeline group gives $10K to Poland trustees to hire student resource officer
Pipeline group gives $10K to Poland trustees to hire student resource officer
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Update from Clinton's doctor: Democrat is 'fit to serve'
Update from Clinton's doctor: Democrat is 'fit to serve'
Court dismisses Ohio prison farm action; union vows to fight
Court dismisses Ohio prison farm action; union vows to fight
Authorities: Arrest made in arson fire at Florida mosque
Authorities: Arrest made in arson fire at Florida mosque
UPDATE | Authorities say 2 die in small plane crash in western Ohio
Authorities say 2 die in small plane crash in western Ohio
Authorities say small plane crashes in western Ohio field
Authorities say small plane crashes in western Ohio field
Boardman cops probe $16,745 theft from Antone's Banquet Center
Boardman cops probe $16,745 theft from Antone's Banquet Center
Trumbull homeowners face relaxed septic tank rules
Trumbull homeowners face relaxed septic tank rules
Charities to benefit from Mahoning sheriff's unclaimed inmate property
Charities to benefit from Mahoning sheriff's unclaimed inmate property
Feds release, but restrict, Ohio’s $71M charter school grant
Feds release, but restrict, Ohio’s $71M charter school grant
Jailed Ohio kidnapping suspect points police to 3rd body
Jailed Ohio kidnapping suspect points police to 3rd body
Ohio abortion clinic dispute appealed to state Supreme Court
Ohio abortion clinic dispute appealed to state Supreme Court
Pennsylvania officer struck by car, fired shots in return
Pennsylvania officer struck by car, fired shots in return
Gazebo where officer killed Tamir Rice to be disassembled
Gazebo where officer killed Tamir Rice to be disassembled
Markets Right Now: Energy stocks open slightly higher
Markets Right Now: Energy stocks open slightly higher
Man reports his car was shot at after he was cut off on expressway
Man reports his car was shot at after he was cut off on expressway
Supreme Court rules man can face fifth trial in 2002 murder
Supreme Court rules man can face new trial in 2002 murder
Firm: Faster-than-expected corrosion led to pipeline blast
Firm: Faster-than-expected corrosion led to pipeline blast
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
FRIDAY Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church, 53 Laird Ave., Youngstown, will serve fish dinners
Museum to host fall lecture series
Museum to host fall lecture series WARREN “Victorian Collections and Coffee,” the annual fall
Drive-it-yourself kicks off with brunch
Drive-it-yourself will take place in Mercer County on Sept. 17 and 18.
Fitch players, coach mum on offensive term launched at them during game
Fitch players, coach mum on offensive term launched at them during game
Coalition again calls on city residents to vote no on anti-fracking in Youngstown
Supporters of the proposal say it strengthens people’s rights to drink clean water and breathe clean air
Brother Stephen Baker's sex abuse victims decry settlement as 'paltry'
The $900,000 settlement covering 28 former JFK students Brother Baker sexually abused was condemned as inadequate.
City hall to be repaired, Wellness Center ruled out
Mayor Thomas Scarnecchia has recommended that council authorize repairs for the 89-year-old city hall instead of renovating another structure or constructing a new building.
Valley educators urge caution in evaluating report card grades
The state will release the school report cards this week.
Congressman urges help for ITT students
U.S. Rep Ryan urges help for students affected by schools’ closure
Youngstown school board’s arguments over meeting agendas persist
A community activist was escorted from Tuesday’s meeting.
Howland, Warren, Warren Township begin creating JEDD for former RG mill site
Howland and Warren townships, along with the city of Warren, have met for two months to map out the creation of a joint-economic-development district
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU women’s golf breaks school record
YSU women’s golf breaks school record batavia The Youngstown State women’s golf team set a
Oliver Stone finds a real conspiracy in ‘Snowden’
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer LOS ANGELES Oliver Stone had no desire to make a movie about
CONNECTED Snapchat usage continues to grow
Snapchat used to be about one thing: sharing selfies with friends and followers. Make a duck
MORE PREP RESULTS
BOYS GOLF VIENNA Boardman, Lakeview and Girard were the tier winners at the All-American
Students experience 19th-century life at historic Girard house
Girard Historical Society hosts Barnhisel House tours.
Man pleads, is sentenced to five years in July chase
Two kids were in car that refused to stop for police
downtown youngstown The Fifth Floor restaurant will close Sept. 28
By KALEA HALL khall@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Fifth Floor was bustling Tuesday night with
Supreme Court denies Dems’ attempt to reinstate Golden Week
The U.S. Supreme Court has denied an attempt by the Ohio Democratic Party to reinstate Ohio’s so-called Golden Week.
Valley activists back Sioux tribe in ND pipeline fight
A group of local activists demonstrate downtown Youngstown against the Dakota Access Pipeline project on Standing Rock Sioux lands in North Dakota. The local rally was part of a national effort Tuesday.
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Sweeney invests in service technicians BOARDMAN Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC recently announced a
Trump unveils child-care plan; Clinton prepares to rejoin trail
Associated Press ASTON, Pa. Donald Trump rolled out a plan Tuesday aimed at making child care
With research proving that money can contribute to happiness — at least, up to a certain
With research proving that money can contribute to happiness — at least, up to a certain dollar
Keystone recalls travel trailers to fix wiring glitch
Associated Press DETROIT Keystone RV Co. is recalling nearly 52,000 camping trailers because an
Aviation committee discusses ADI service
On Tuesday, the board’s Aviation Committee met and went into an executive session to discuss the Great Lakes JetExpress topic with its legal counsel.
Trump, backers spin web of lies
Opinion: By Rex Huppke Chicago Tribune There is a war on facts, and we are all soldiers. Allow me to
Unequal under the flag
Opinion: By Frank Harris III The Hartford Courant Woe to the African-American who displays insufficient
Lochte feels ‘hurt’ after ‘DWTS’ incident
Lochte feels ‘hurt’ after ‘DWTS’ incident LOS ANGELES Ryan Lochte says he feels “a little hurt”
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Liberty Township Insurance Committee, 11 a.m., meeting to discuss health
METRO DIGEST || Pedestrian hit in Warren Township
Pedestrian hit WARREN A pedestrian hit by a vehicle at about 9 p.m. Tuesday on Diehl South and
Hillary Clinton channels Nixon
Opinion: One wouldn’t think Hillary Clinton and former President Richard Nixon would have a lot in common,
Indians take second straight blowout loss to White Sox
Frazier and Sanchez each drove in two runs in a seven-run sixth inning
Mahoning Valley bolsters its attack on human trafficking
Editorial: Few insidious crimes against humanity lurk as deeply in the shadows as human trafficking. The
GENERAL MOTORS Electric Chevy Bolt to go 238 miles per charge
Associated Press DETROIT The Chevrolet Bolt, General Motors’ Tesla-fighting electric hatchback
Cops: Teacher left gun in bathroom, and kids found it
Associated Press CHAMBERSBURG, PA. A teacher at a Christian school accidentally left her loaded
Shimon Peres in serious condition after suffering stroke
Associated Press JERUSALEM Former Israeli President Shimon Peres suffered a “major stroke”
Syria truce denounced by al-Qaida affiliate
Associated Press BEIRUT With much of Syria calm for the past 24 hours, a powerful al-Qaida-
barnhisel house
barnhisel house What: The Girard Historical Society offers free tours of the Barnhisel House to
Device reads book without opening it
Associated Press Leave it to the great minds at MIT and Georgia Tech to figure out a way to read
Police: Black teen’s death is hate crime
Police: Black teen’s death is hate crime PORTLAND, Ore. An Oregon man and his girlfriend accused
Arraigned on OVI
Arraigned on OVI BOARDMAN A Youngstown woman was arraigned Tuesday in Mahoning County Area Court
Symphony to celebrate anniversary with traditional wines
The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra is celebrating its 90th year in 2016 and has chosen an interesting theme to celebrate the occasion. The symphony will perform music from several countries that were the original home of our Valley’s immigrants.
Prosecutor: Occupiers being tried for actions, not beliefs
Associated Press PORTLAND, ORE. The armed occupiers who seized a remote bird sanctuary in Oregon
DNA match brings arrests in 1973 killings
Associated Press MARYSVILLE, CALIF. Decades-old DNA led to the arrests Tuesday of two men in
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO TOday 1:30 p.m. (MLBN) MLB: Cubs at Cardinals or Rays at Blue Jays. 2 p.m. (NBCSN)
Tuesday, September 13 (103 stories)
Pedestrian hit in Warren Township
A pedestrian hit by a vehicle at about 9 tonight on Diehl South and Park roads in Warren Township was transported by helicopter to an unknown hospital for treatment.
Fifth Floor restaurant's final day of business Sept. 28
The Fifth Floor was bustling Tuesday night with patrons grabbing dinner before they attended the Bryan Adams concert at the Covelli Centre.
Fitch mum on Brunswick player's protest of teammates alleged use of racial slurs
After a Brunswick High School football quarterback told his teammates not to use the N-word in referring to Austintown Fitch High School football team members, he received backlash from the people he thought were his friends.
Valley residents join effort to stop Dakota pipeline threatening native American land
Local native Americans and supporters joined others across the country in a national day of action calling for rejection of the Dakota Access Pipeline and asking President Barack Obama to permanently stop the project.
Youngstown activist escorted from school board meeting
Discussion about what was and wasn’t on the agenda, a community activist being escorted out by security and an explanation for an administrator’s absence all punctuated Tuesday’s city school board meeting.
4th-graders learn appreciation at historic Barnhisel House
After experiencing a taste of what life was like in the 1800s, 10-year-old Jackson Strain, a Prospect Elementary School student, is unequivocally thankful for 21st-century conveniences.
Community leaders speak out against latest version of anti-fracking measure
A group of business, labor, political and religious leaders are again calling for Youngstown residents to vote against the so-called “Community Bill of Rights” charter-amendment proposal – and not just because of its fracking ban.
Ohio deer hunting season kicks off Sept. 24 with archery
Ohio deer hunting season kicks off Sept. 24 with archery
Care Bears, Transformers among Toy Hall of Fame finalists
Care Bears, Transformers among Toy Hall of Fame finalists
US complains of unfair government aid for Chinese farmers
US complains of unfair government aid for Chinese farmers
Ohio police free woman after abduction, find 2 bodies
Ohio police free woman after abduction, find 2 bodies
Greene Township road in Trumbull County has reopened
Greene Township road in Trumbull County has reopened
Soap Gallery to feature “An Evening in Spain" on Friday
The Soap Gallery and Opera Western Reserve are co-sponsoring “An Evening in Spain"
License suspensions in Ohio no longer required for some drug charges
License suspensions no longer required for some drug charges
Death sentence upheld for man convicted of killing Ohio witness
Death sentence upheld for man convicted of killing witness
British man expected to plead guilty in Trump attack case
British man expected to plead guilty in Trump attack case
Device can read the pages of a book without opening it
Device can read the pages of a book without opening it
Boardman Civic Association hosts candidates and issues dinner Monday
Boardman Civic Association hosts candidates and issues dinner Monday
Communities and businesses near Warren mill site aim for JEDD
Communities and businesses near Warren mill site aim for JEDD
Apple operating system allows iPhone users to register as organ donors
Apple operating system allows iPhone users to register as organ donors
NCAA president says association won't push ACC on NC law
NCAA president says association won't push ACC on NC law
Campbell crews on scene repairing water main break
Campbell crews on scene repairing water main break
Austintown police arrest man after assault on his wife
Austintown man arrest man for assault on his wife
Coalition wants Youngstown voters to reject anti-fracking amendment proposal
Coalition wants Youngstown voters to reject anti-fracking amendment proposal
Uncle pleads guilty in fatal beating over birthday cake
Uncle pleads guilty in fatal beating over birthday cake
Niles issues water boil-alert advisory for some city residents
Niles issues water boil-alert advisory for some city residents
US Supreme Court declines to restore early voting in Ohio
US Supreme Court declines to restore early voting in Ohio
OH WOW! sixth annual Silly Science event is Sunday
OH WOW! sixth annual Silly Science event is Sunday
Pa. man pleads to stealing $1.8M from shopping network QVC
Pa. man pleads to stealing $1.8M from shopping network QVC
Cleveland voters to decide whether to increase minimum wage
Cleveland voters to decide whether to increase minimum wage
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Clinton tries to blunt fallout from not disclosing pneumonia
Clinton tries to blunt fallout from not disclosing pneumonia
Man who assaulted paramedics gets 5 years in prison
Man who assaulted paramedics gets 5 years in prison
Syria cease-fire holding, with only minor violations
Syria cease-fire holding, with only minor violations
Ohio shelter moves dogs to quarantine areas after distemper outbreak
Ohio shelter moves dogs to quarantine areas after outbreak
Canale-Keane wedding plans are announced
ALEXANDER T. KEANE LAURA A. CANALE COLUMBIANA Lawrence and Ann Canale of Columbiana are
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1956 will meet for brunch at 11 a.m. Thursday at Bedford
Book sale and movie set at Lepper Library
Book sale and movie set at Lepper Library LISBON Lepper Library will have a book sale from 9
Lindstrom at 101 and counting
Calling South Range senior Casey Lindstrom a prolific goal-scorer would be selling her short.
Prosecutor: Ex-Hubbard mayor admitted child rape guilt
The Trumbull County Prosecutor’s Office said in a legal filing Monday that Richard Keenan, a former Hubbard mayor, admitted on several occasions raping and molesting a child over a three-year period – beginning when she was 4.
Firm agrees to finish cleanuup at former Nease Chemical plant site near Salem
Rutgers Organics Corp. has agreed to finish the cleanup of the Nease Chemical Superfund Site near Salem, estimated to cost $18.75 million.
JFK, Harding top Valley teams in first state poll
Warren JFK (3-0) is the highest ranked area team, sitting at No. 3 in Division VII.
3.6 million GM vehicles recalled in U.S.
General Motors has voluntarily issued a recall of 3.6 million 2014-2017 model year vehicles in the U.S.
Strollo: More upgrades coming at YSU
It was a busy summer for Youngstown State athletic director Ron Strollo.
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU’s Vanbeek shares Horizon League honor
YSU’s Vanbeek shares Horizon League honor YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State senior middle blocker Lori
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan tells students about mindfulness
Brandon Ivory, 13, believes mindfulness is something he can use to cope with school pressures and that it will be beneficial to society for more people to practice.
HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP | Monday’s games
GIRLS SOCCER Ursuline 6, Lake Ridge 1 YOUNGSTOWN Taylor Tomlinson led Ursuline with a hat-
‘Choo Choo Soul’ at Austintown park
Staff report AUSTINTOWN The Lollyhoo Kids Music Festival featuring Disney Junior’s “Choo Choo
Frankie Valli to play Packard
Staff report WARREN Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons will come to Packard Music Hall on Nov.
Battle of the Badges raises money and honors 9/11 heroes
The sun began to set on the Field of Dreams on Monday evening, the air was cool and the third annual Battle of the Badges softball match between the township fire and police departments was about to begin.
Defense seeks to suppress evidence in Cortland jogger hit-and-run case
Russell Lauer III is charged with aggravated vehicular homicide in the death of Brittany Szwedko
Panel protests Medicaid sales tax loss
The Mahoning County commissioners asked state lawmakers to block the loss of $3.7 million in annual sales tax revenue.
Girard council eyes zoning change for Dollar General
Developer seeks to bring Dollar General to Churchill Road.
Boardman road dedicated to fallen soldier
Ohio Senate Minority Leader Joe Schiavoni of Boardman, left, announces naming a section just north of Western Reserve Road on Market Street in honor of Donald and Linda Clark’s son, Donald Clark, who was killed in Iraq in November 2008.
Clinton deals with pneumonia as Trump defends his backers
Associated Press WASHINGTON Hillary Clinton says she got dizzy but didn’t lose consciousness
In some cities, ID cards are used for a lot more
Associated Press DETROIT Identification cards issued by a growing number of U.S. cities to make
‘SNL’ adds 3 to cast
‘SNL’ adds 3 to cast LOS ANGELES “Saturday Night Live” is adding three new players for its 42nd
Sipping vinegar can lower blood sugar
Q. My doctor was so concerned about my rising blood sugar that he had me get a meter and start
YEARS AGO
Today is Tuesday, Sept. 13, the 257th day of 2016. There are 109 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
A genius business plan
Opinion: By Orlando R. BARONE The Philadelphia Inquirer In my consulting work, I have on occasion
Managing chronic health conditions
Managing chronic health conditions YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County District Board of Health is
Tressel’s enrollment push at YSU is paying dividends
Editorial: A year ago, Youngstown State University President James P. Tressel revealed that his strategy for
Commissioner of the IRS merits impeachment because of pattern of doing what Democrats want
Opinion: WASHINGTON Republican congressional leaders ardently want conservative members of the House to not
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Jason Aldean: Tonight on
Valley auto sales down slightly in August
Total sales were 5,063 compared with 5,122 reported in August 2015.
City Club event’s ticket sales to end
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ChiSox clobber sloppy Indians
Cleveland’s lead in the AL Central was trimmed to six games over Detroit.
around the horn Monday’s other games
NATIONAL LEAGUE Nationals 8, Mets 1 WASHINGTON Starting pitcher Mat Latos hit a solo home run
Satirist to speak
Satirist to speak YOUNGSTOWN Political satirist activist and comedian W. Kamau Bell speaks at 7
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Chad and Caitlin Sinn, Canfield, boy, Sept. 11. Jessica
Diocese $900K settlement with 28 alleged sexual abuse victims of Franciscan friar
Brother Stephen Baker killed himself in 2013.
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown Budget Commission, 9 a.m., meeting to approve the 2017 Original
Huge Sooners D-line a challenge for Buckeyes
Urban Meyer knows the Buckeyes can’t afford a slow start against the No. 14 Sooners.
U.S. soccer star battled addiction
Abby Wambach says she abused alcohol and prescription drugs for years until her arrest for driving under the influence in April.
ORLANDO NIGHTCLUB gunman Authorities: Mosque fire may be a hate crime
Associated Press FORT PIERCE, FLA. The mosque that Orlando nightclub gunman Omar Mateen attended
Senate boosts bill for water projects, $220M for Flint
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Senate voted to move forward Monday on a $10 billion water
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Dem special primary set in Ohio US House race
Associated Press HAMILTON, Ohio A former congressional staffer is set to be formally nominated
In Syria, cease-fire enters into effect
Associated Press BEIRUT A cease-fire came into effect in Syria at sunset Monday in the latest
METRO DIGEST || Chestnut Ridge closing Wednesday
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Roethlisberger, ageless Williams carry short-handed Steelers to opening win
Big Ben threw for three touchdowns to lead the Steelers to a 38-16 rout of the Washington Redskins.
Council picks back up leaf pickup service
City council has announced leaf pickup services are reinstated for the fall season this year
Rookie Quinn tops Buccos
Associated Press philadelphia Roman Quinn flashed some needed spark and speed near the top of
Akron high school still closed
Associated Press AKRON A high school in will remain closed today after a section of the building
Love selects three for Ryder Cup
Associated Press chaska, minn. When Davis Love III and the U.S. Ryder Cup team come to Hazeltine
Monday, September 12 (96 stories)
Prosecutor: Ex-mayor Keenan admitted raping child
The Trumbull County Prosecutor’s Office said in a legal filing Monday that Richard Keenan, a former Hubbard mayor, admitted on several occasions to raping and molesting a child over a three-year period – beginning when she was only 4.
Rutgers agrees to clean probable carcinogens from Nease Chemical site near Salem
Rutgers Organics Corp. has agreed to complete the cleanup of the Nease Chemical Superfund site near Salem, estimated to cost $18.75 million, federal officials announced.
Highway tribute honors Boardman Army-Navy vet killed in Iraq
A few sentences were all that was needed to encapsulate for those who knew and loved him the essence of the late Army Chief Warrant Officer Donald V. Clark.
GM recalling 3.6M vehicles for airbag, seatbelt defects
General Motors has voluntarily issued a recall of 3.6 million 2014-2017 model- year vehicles in the U.S.
Howland crash victim flown to Youngstown hospital
A helicopter transported a driver to St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital after a car crashed on state Route 82 near East Market Street.
Big Ben, Steelers rout Redskins
Ben Roethlisberger completed 27 of 37 passes for 300 yards, including two touchdowns to All-Pro wide receiver Antonio Brown and another to Eli Rogers.
Groundbreaking Thursday morning for Wick Avenue Improvement
Officials with the city, Youngstown State University and Youngstown CityScape will break ground at 10:30 a.m. Thursday on the Wick Avenue Improvement Project.
Seman trial will take place here, judge rules
Judge Maureen Sweeney ruled Tuesday against a motion by defense attorneys to move the capital murder trial of Robert Seman out of Mahoning Country because of intense publicity.
US Rep. Ryan shares mindfulness training with Rayen students
Brandon Ivory, 13, believes mindfulness is something he can use to cope with school pressures and that it will be beneficial to society for more people to practice.
Mahoning commissioner ask state to halt loss of funds associated with Medicaid tax
The Mahoning County commissioners passed a resolution Monday asking state legislators to stop the potential loss of local government revenue associated with the Medicaid managed-care organization sales tax.
Field of Dreams raises funds for Fritz, Johnson families this year
The sun began to set on the Field of Dreams Monday evening. The air was cool and the third annual Battle of the Badges softball match between the township fire and police departments was about to begin.
I-80 crash closes eastbound lane today
A Pennsylvania driver of semi tractor-trailer has been cited after a crash on Interstate 80 today.
Donald V. Clark Memorial Highway dedication ceremony
Donald V. Clark Memorial Highway dedication ceremony
S.C. toddler's late-night drive on street in toy car ends safely
S.C. toddler's late-night drive on street in toy car ends safely
Fla. deputy shoots, wounds man during traffic stop
Fla. deputy shoots, wounds man during traffic stop
VINDY POLLING NOW | Krish Mohip, Indians title hopes, and Apple AirPods
We have some new questions we'd like your opinion on.
Pa.'s McGinty, Toomey joust over who's softest on corporations
Pa.'s McGinty, Toomey joust over who's softest on corporations
Browns: RG3 out for 'extended period'
Robert Griffin III hurt his left shoulder late in the Browns' 29-10 loss to the Eagles on Sunday.
Revived wildfire closes Yellowstone park’s south gate again
Revived wildfire closes Yellowstone park’s south gate again
Autopsy underway on Clarion, Pa., girl, 13, found dead near river
Autopsy underway on missing girl, 13, found dead near river
Police: Ohio man, ex-wife found dead in suspected murder-suicide
Police: Ohio man, ex-wife found dead in suspected murder-suicide
9 dead in Memphis house fire, 1 child fighting for life
9 dead in Memphis house fire, 1 child fighting for life
Columbus to pay $780K after girl hit when officer fired at dog
Columbus to pay $780K after girl hit when officer fired at dog
Fire set at mosque once attended by Pulse nightclub shooter
Fire set at mosque once attended by Pulse nightclub shooter
UPDATE | Judge denies motion for change of venue in Seman case
Judge denies motion for change of venue in Seman case
W. Kamau Bell, political satirist and comedian, speaks Wednesday at Stambaugh Auditorium
W. Kamau Bell, political satirist and comedian, speaks Wednesday at Stambaugh Auditorium
New Hampshire family claims $487M Powerball jackpot
New Hampshire family claims $487M Powerball jackpot
Youngstown police collect 372 pain pills, guns from three men
Youngstown police seize 372 pain pills, guns from three men
Rep. John Lewis is on the longlist for a National Book Award
Rep. John Lewis is on the longlist for a National Book Award
Man found shot after western Pennsylvania house set on fire
Man found shot after western Pennsylvania house set on fire
With backing of wealthy governor, Illinois GOP spending big
With backing of wealthy governor, Illinois GOP spending big
Democratic special primary to be held in Ohio US House race
Democratic special primary to be held in Ohio US House race
Youngstown lifts boil-water advisory for some West Side areas
Youngstown lifts boil-water advisory for some West Side areas
Target to hire more than 70,000 for holiday season
Target to hire more than 70,000 for holiday season
Judge may rule today on moving Seman trial out of Mahoning County
Judge may rule today on moving Seman trial out of Mahoning County
Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons coming to Packard Music Hall
Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons coming to Packard
WWII group will gather for gunners
WWII group will gather for gunners canfield A team of World War II gunners will address the
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Pneumonia diagnosis fuels questions about Clinton's health
Pneumonia diagnosis fuels questions about Clinton's health
More funding sought for post-9/11 veterans memorial in Ohio
More funding sought for post-9/11 veterans memorial in Ohio
Connick finds a role model for new TV show
Associated Press NEW YORK Odd as it seems to take inspiration from a television host legendary
30 rocks: Haley has great expectations for Steelers offense
Todd Haley came up with a goal of averaging 30 points a game a year ago.
Browns fall to 1-17 in openers since 1999
Robert Griffin III suffered a sprained left shoulder in his Browns debut.
RECORD REVIEWS
M.I.A. Album: “AIM” Grade: B+ M.I.A., the world-beat rapper and enemy of confection pop, has
Historical society marks 141 years with car show
By Shaiyla Hakeem news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Oversized car dice, top- anchored windshield
Plenty of time to request an absentee ballot for the November general election
Plenty of time to request an absentee ballot for the November general election
History of Valley icons unearthed at cemetery tour
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN For decades, Wick, Tod, Lanterman and Maag have been
Kluber, Indians cruise past Twins
Corey Kluber struck out 10 in seven innings and Carlos Santana hit a three-run homer.
Week 2 of college football had close calls, controversy
Pitt and Penn State played one of Saturday’s most entertaining games.
The 9/11 attacks occurred 15 years ago
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN On a bright, sunny, beautiful Sunday
Banned books week lecture
Associated Press SHARON, PA. Penn State Shenango will begin its 2016-17 faculty lecture series
Two organizations receive $60,000 and $50,000, respectively
The Turning Foundation was awarded $60,000 over two years to expand its Innovative Teacher Mini Grant program.
“Our religion was hijacked that day”: Mahoning Valley Muslims describe post-Sept. 11 climate
Area Muslims mourn 15th anniversary of terrorist attacks.
GOLF roundup Sunday’s tournaments
BMW CHAMPIONSHIP CARMEL, IND. Powerful off the tee and relentless with the putter, Dustin
Education is an important weapon in combating the world’s problems
Opinion: By Irina Bokova Tribune News Service The adoption last year by United Nations countries of the
Health issues re-emerge as Clinton cancels trip
Associated Press NEW YORK An ill Hillary Clinton abruptly left a 9/11 anniversary ceremony
Our Youngstown Symphony earns hearty applause at 90
Editorial: T he Youngstown Symphony Orchestra has been tantalizing crowds with its singularly sensational
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Western Reserve Port Authority Aviation Committee, noon, Youngstown-Warren
METRO DIEST || Rally against violence Saturday
Rally against violence WARREN A spiritual rally against violence is planned from 10 a.m. to 2
2 injured, 1 suspect killed outside Kansas Walmart
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Descendants of massacre victims see likely gravesites
Associated Press ST. GEORGE, Utah Nearly 160 years after the massacre of a wagon train in
New wave of drug overdoses hits Akron area; at least 8 dead
Associated Press AKRON Akron is experiencing a new spike in deadly heroin overdoses.
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
Church members’ bear-making project helps people in times of grief and loss
Good Hope Lutheran Church offers Grief Share program
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Immaculate Heart of Mary Social Concerns Committee will have a Quarter Auction fundraiser
Filmmaker James Cameron discusses his role ‘Avatar’ meets Cirque du Soleil
By MARK KENNEDY AP Drama Writer NEW YORK The first “Avatar” sequel is still years away from
Trooper injured
Trooper injured HOWLAND A trooper from the Warren Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol suffered
Clinton continues collecting cash
Associated Press WASHINGTON Hillary Clinton could spend $2.2 million every day until the Nov. 8
around the horn
around the horn Sunday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 11, Blue Jays 8 BOSTON
CIA director warns of Russian hacking
Associated Press WASHINGTON CIA Director John Brennan warned Sunday that Russia has
2 found dead at home after nearby schools are locked down
Associated Press MORROW, Ohio Ohio authorities say a man and woman have been found dead at a
Wildlife biologists battle ‘ecological train wreck’ of feral pigs in Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS Wildlife biologists are fighting what they call the “ecological train
Hubbard’s Emily Krinos a leader on, off volleyball court
Emily Krinos had 61 assists in Hubbard’s 3-2 win over Fitch last week.
Ex-state official forms coalition for elderly Ohioans
Associated Press COLUMBUS A former state official will lead a coalition of Ohio seniors and
Today is Monday, Sept. 12, the 256th day of 2016. There are 110 days left in the year.
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Oddly enough
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Keep emails formal
Opinion: By Daniel DiPrinzio The Philadelphia Inquirer For some, email has become the preferred medium
autopilot Tesla says it’s boosting radar
Associated Press NEW YORK Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the electric car company is making major
Wawrinka wears down Djokovic in U.S. Open final
Stan Wawrinka beat defending champion Novak Djokovic 6-7 (1), 6-4, 7-5, 6-3.
Cleanup funding sought for uranium plant
Associated Press PIKETON Ohio’s U.S. senators are again pushing for continued federal funding
Central Michigan’s disputed Hail Mary knocks Oklahoma State out of Top 25
Ohio State moves up to No. 3.
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Wawrinka wins U.S. Open men's final
The 31-year-old Stan Wawrinka is the oldest U.S. Open men’s champion since Ken Rosewall was 35 in 1970.
Pirates fall to Reds. 8-0
Pittsburgh (69-72) has dropped 11 of 13 to fall off the pace in the NL wild-card race.
Indians top Twins, 7-1
Corey Kluber struck out 10 in seven innings and Carlos Santana hit a three-run homer.
Clint Eastwood's 'Sully' drives adults to theaters, earns $35M in first weekend
The film starring Tom Hanks in the lead role beat expectations by $10 million
New statewide coalition forms to serve the needs of Ohio's senior citizens
Ohio has the sixth-largest aging population in the United States
Akron records 8 heroin OD deaths this weekend
Dozens of other overdose cases have been reported at the same time
French police thwart terror attack on Notre Dame Cathedral by female 'commandos'
About 15,000 French people are being tracked for fear they are being radicalized
Hundreds turn out for Mahoning Valley 9/11 observance in Austintown
Former state Sen. Harry Meshel served as guest speaker
Americans' growing thirst for craft beer sends hops production hopping across US
Growers are looking for new places to produce the staple for beer
Buckeyes move up to No. 3 in AP poll
Oklahoma State dropped out of The Associated college football poll after a controversial loss.
Eagles 29, Browns 10 (final)
Carson Wentz had 278 yards passing and two touchdowns in a stellar NFL debut.
At site of Pentagon attack, Obama appeals for unity, acceptance of diversity
Hijacked American Airlines Flight 77 slammed into the Defense Department's headquarters, killing 184 people, 15 years ago today
Politics intrudes on solemnity of national 9/11 memorial in New York
Democrat Hillary Clinton caused a stir when she left the ceremony early, saying she felt overheated
Leetonia library plans mystery dinner
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Stambaugh Pillars to host 19th annual fashion show
The 19th annual fashion show will take place Nov. 2 at Stambaugh Auditorium.
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Blessed Sacrament Parish, 3020 Reeves Road NE, Warren, invites seniors and their families to an
SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Auxiliary Seniors will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at Bedford Trails Golf Course Restaurant in
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Garden Gate will meet at 12:30 p.m. for a “Make it and Take It” class by Jenny Wehr at the
SENIOR MENU
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
MASONIC GROUPS
THURSDAY Ladies Oriental Shrine will meet at 11:30 a.m. at Johnny’s on Market Street in Boardman
FEDERATED CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Fortnightly IV will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the home of Dottie Melody, 9500 Springfield
Slavic Heritage: Traditional food, music on display
Carpatho-Rusyn society’s event celebrates By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com BOARDMAN
Ed Puskas: Penn State still has a big blind spot
Penn State is about to officially honor the late Joe Paterno and some people are not happy about it.
Boardman library showcases renovations at open house
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com BOARDMAN Nine-month-old Rowan Hartup is too young to understand
Rock Against Heroin festival raises drug awareness
Horrific headlines about widespread heroin use have become all too common. But mercifully, not all those stories end in tragedy.
Wentz debuts against Browns
Carson Wentz was so impressive in the film room and on the practice field that he earned a promotion from No. 3 quarterback to starter
Miocic defends UFC title in wild fight
The part-time firefighter/paramedic just fought the fight of his life against dangerous Dutch striker Alistair Overeem.
Canfield officers spread levy information
Police Chief Chuck Colucci said his team has been working diligently on disseminating levy information
YSU helps celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
The celebration begins Thursday at the Mahoning County Courthouse
Valley Christian routs Bridgeport
Valley Christian routs Bridgeport POLAND The Valley Christian football team crushed Bridgeport
Bryan Adams his old ‘Reckless’ self again
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com All around the world, the kids wanna rock. While that
Taft Promise Neighborhood launches free community programs
The programs are at Taft Elementary School on the city’s South Side3
METRO DIGEST || Conversation on Racism
Talk about racism YOUNGSTOWN An ACTION clergy breakfast will take place from 9:15 to 11 a.m.
Vindicator reporters, editors, staff remember 9/11
The Vindicator newsroom looks back on Sept. 11, 2001. Reporters, photographers, editors, graphic artists and composition clerks who were here then and now look back on that day in their own words:
After 15 years, last artifacts of 9/11 have been given away
Associated Press NEW YORK Behind the barbed wire, the minivan’s busted windows and crumpled roof
Relatives remember horrors of 9/11 vividly
Historians call it Sept. 11, 2001, a seminal event. For one Sharon, Pa., family, it was more than that.
Emotions run deep at Flight 93 wall
What was once a tragic smoldering crater in the middle of an unused field here is now a vast stretch of remembrance that still holds most of the remains of the heroic passengers of United Flight 93. The national memorial that has taken shape on the site pays homage to those brave souls and the fragility of life.
Flight 93 victims | Voice mails before the crash
Flight 93 victims | Voice mails before the crash Passenger Linda Grandcolas, 38, of San Rafael,
9/11: Flight 93 attack began over Howland
Newly released information shows that the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attack on United Airlines Flight 93 began directly over Howland Township as terrorists seized the cockpit. The plane later crashed near Shanksville, Pa.
Dungeon Family reuniting at festival
Dungeon Family reuniting at festival ATLANTA The legendary Dungeon Family music collective,
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Rock Against Heroin music festival, noon to 10 p.m.: Blue Siren,
Columbiana/TRUMBULL COUNTY courts
COURTS columbiana COUNTY New complaints Lorrie Ketchum v. Jessica Matuka, personal injury.
Stop using Galaxy Note 7, Samsung says
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Clinton softens up on Trump ‘deplorables’
Associated Press WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. Hillary Clinton said Saturday that she was wrong to put
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
Banking The Home Mortgage Lending Team at Farmers National Bank continues to grow with the
BAD BEHAVIOR
By MATTHEW BROWN Associated Press YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. Tourist John Gleason crept
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Frances A. Ivory to Jeffrey P. Cornelius et al, St. Andrews Drive, Canfield, $275,000. Helen Susan
Heroin abusers check out libraries
KANTELE FRANKO Associated Press The same qualities that make libraries ideal for studying and
Today is Sunday, Sept. 11, the 255th day of 2016
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Ohio online charter school continues to mislead the public; results are dismal
Opinion: Ohio online charter school continues to mislead the public; results are dismal In a letter
Blitz Live show ignites much enthusiasm with fans
Opinion: Three Fridays ago to open up the high school football season, a wild-west shootout took place
Citing data costs, some shelve body cameras
Police departments in at least two states that outfitted their officers with body cameras have now shelved them, blaming new laws requiring videos to be stored longer, which they say would significantly increase the cost.
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Girard City Council, 7 p.m., council chambers, Girard Municipal Court, 105 N.
Florida fines firm that employed Pulse gunman
Associated Press PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. A security company that employed a gunman who
Hinckley leaves DC mental hospital for Va.
Associated Press WASHINGTON The man who tried to assassinate President Ronald Reagan has been
Federal intervention on pipeline is unprecedented
Associated Press BISMARCK, N.D. The Standing Rock Sioux’s effort to block a four-state oil
area golf scores
BEDFORD TRAILS Gergel’s Tuesday Night Ladies — Low Gross: Joyce Naymick 41, Abby Mills 42, Lynne
Staying sharp: Ohio knife maker marks 80th year in the business
By JON CHAVEZ The (Toledo) Blade FREMONT, Ohio Every so often, Randy Christy will be with
Cortisone shots made tennis elbow worse
Q. I suffered with tennis elbow in both arms for more than a year. It is no joke and quite painful.
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one
Mike Dorbish of Youngstown aced the 170-yard No. 14 at Yankee Run Golf Course. He used a 4-iron.
Apple is betting big on a wireless world
By BRANDON BAILEY AP Technology Writer SAN FRANCISCO Apple wants to push consumers further
Blood Drives
Blood Drives SUNDAY St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
METRO DIGEST || Westminster NeighborFood Picnic
Westminster picnic NEW WILMINGTON, PA Westminster College will host a NeighborFood Picnic from 5
After sluggish start, OSU rolls over Tulsa
Buckeye defenders have not allowed a touchdown in 2 games
Late pick seals Pitt win, jumpstarts state rivalry
Pitt and Penn State spent the days leading up to the renewal of their once annual series in a semantic argument over whether they’re still rivals.
Big Ten roundup Saturday’s other games
No. 10 Wisconsin 54, Akron 10 MADISON, WIS. Corey Clement ran for two scores before leaving
It’s a hard-knock life, and it should be
Just when I am teetering on the edge of despair concerning the state of child rearing in America,
BOOK REVIEW ‘Fifty-Year Mission’ is a must for ‘Trek’ fans
SDLqThe Fifty-Year Mission: The Next 25 Years: From The Next Generation to J.J. Abrams: The
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Connectors program YOUNGSTOWN The 2016-17 Youngstown Community Connectors program will kick off
Save money – and your sanity – while flying
Fed up with high prices, endless fees, cramped seats, long lines and crazy connections? Here are
Small businesses Facebook tools help find global customers
Associated Press NEW YORK Facebook is expanding its services to small businesses that want to
Hamilton in role of Colonel Sanders
Q. The KFC commercials are so campy. Is George Hamilton now the spokesman? A. That is indeed
Gilmartin to share memories
Staff report LIBERTY Thomas Gilmartin Jr., son of longtime state Rep. Thomas P. Gilmartin Sr.,
Coalport porcelain pieces are jewels in some collections
The “jeweled” Coalport porcelain of the late 19th century attracts buyers with its beauty and
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Schools’ CEO has a plan
Opinion: No, the headline isn’t a reference to the academic- recovery road map created by Youngstown city
Fifteen years later, U.S. still in a state of anxiety
Editorial: Time has healed the physical wounds from that fateful day when terrorists attacked America’s
OSCAR BUZZ
By Glenn Whipp Los Angeles Times (TNS) “The Revenant” came close last year. And who knows? Maybe
Saturday, September 10 (78 stories)
Wind, rain knocks out power to about 1,500 Valley homes, businesses today
Severe thunderstorms, wind gusts, and heavy rains combined to cause power outages to nearly 1,500 homes and businesses in the Mahoning Valley Saturday afternoon and early evening.
Saturday's Rock Against Heroin event raises funds for recovery
Horrific headlines about widespread heroin use have become all too common.
4th annual Vatra provides chance to maintain Slovak culture
People came to the fourth annual Youngstown-Warren Chapter of the Carpatho-Rusyn Society Vatra –”bonfire “ – to join others in getting a taste of their common Rusyn and Slavic roots and some great homemade traditional food, and perhaps have a pivo (beer) around the vatra.
Boardman library showcases new addtions, renovations at today's open house
Nine-month-old Rowan Hartup is too young to understand and appreciate how a myriad of children’s activities and exhibits in the Boardman branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County can enhance developing critical-thinking skills and one’s imagination.
WVU 38, YSU 21 (final)
YSU's touchdowns came on a 1-yard run by Martin Ruiz, a 74-yard pass from Ricky Davis to Alvin Bailey and a 15-yard run by Trent Hosick.
Cleveland actress to portray Jackie Onassis
Cleveland actress to portray Jackie Onassis BRISTOLVILLE Bristol Public Library, 1855 state
Niles survives Struthers assault
Niles avoided going two straight weeks with leads just slipping away.
Keith Urban coming to Covelli Centre
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Country music star Keith Urban will come to Covelli Centre on Nov. 13
YSU football Upend FBS foe is Davis’ goal
Penguins underdog vs. West Virginia Associated Press MORGANTOWN, W.Va. To understand
covelli centre Trans-Siberian Orchestra to return
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Trans-Siberian Orchestra will return to Covelli Centre on Nov. 17 for
CCA dedicates female residential center
CCA’s 48-bed female residential center is in the former John Knox Church parish house.
Gun-toting felon gets three years in prison
Jeffrey Brown drew the sentence from Judge Shirley J. Christian in an April incident.
She’s got game: Philibin knocks down barriers and extra points
While the Cardinal Mooney Cardinals rolled to a blowout of Akron North, new placekicker Lizzie Philibin stole the show.
Boyd, Nocera help Warren JFK deal with adversity
The Eagles lost Jacob Coates this week, but remained unbeaten.
Poland marching band alumni reunite for Friday night performance
Encore for Poland marching band alumni
An out-of-town owner rehabs rotting home
A three-day notice will be provided before the mold abatement of a Kirk Street home
Home Savings makes first acquisition since 2002
By the beginning of 2017, the Youngstown-based bank will be a $2.5-billion institution.
Something to crow about: 2016 Canfield Fair success
Editorial: It’s official. The 170th edition of the Canfield Fair will go down as one of the most successful
Undecided voters torn between ‘drunk uncle,’ chilly stepmother
Opinion: As the presidential campaign moves into its final stretch, about 7 percent of voters (depending on
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Job fair in Liberty LIBERTY Staff Right Professional and Personal Services LLC will sponsor a
Cleveland’s UFC champ looks to keep his title
Cleveland’s own Stipe Miocic defends his heavyweight title for the first time tonight.
Sunday news shows
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Homeland Security Secretary Jeh
Garrison scores two touchdowns to lift Lakeview
As long as Lakeview had the ball, it had a chance because the Bulldogs have Jatise Garrison.
90-year old Jerry Lewis talks about his new film No slowing down
By Mark Olsen Los Angeles Times Long before Jerry Lewis even enters a room, his presence and
North Korea’s nuclear test condemned
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea North Korea said it conducted a “higher level” nuclear
Children of 9/11 draw inspiration from tragedy
By JENNIFER PELTZ Associated Press NEW YORK They were kids, or not even born yet, when
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Rock Against Heroin, noon to 1 a.m.: Geo C and Tha Storm, Bad
Dozens of birds fall from sky; officials don’t know the cause
Associated Press BOSTON Health officials are trying to figure out what caused dozens of birds to
House passes bill to allow suits against Saudi Arabia
Associated Press WASHINGTON Congress sent President Barack Obama a bipartisan bill that would
Clinton: US needs new approach for N. Korea
Associated Press NEW YORK Hillary Clinton said Friday it was time for a “rethinking” of
Trump tells tall tales about taxes
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords An old saying asserts that falsehoods come in three escalating
MCSO to head area human trafficking task force
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene and his department will take the
The parent company of ValleyCare to divest in 12 hospitals
The parent company of ValleyCare Health System of Ohio plans to divest in 12 of its hospitals, but hasn’t said which ones.
Bowden leads Harding comeback
Massillon could neither hold onto a two-touchdown lead nor contain Warren Harding’s Lynn Bowden in a 41-28 loss at Paul Brown Tiger Stadium on Friday night.
Inside THE ROPES WITH … Jason Kokrak
Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 70 in the second round of the BMW Championship at Crooked
Send information on animal blessings
Send information on animal blessings The traditional blessing of animals celebrates the life of
ULM’s Kubik faces a fellow Mooney alum
Matt Kubik’s ULM Warhawks will meet Bob Stoops’ Oklhoma Sooners tonight.
MORE PREP RESULTS
MORE PREP RESULTS BOYS SOCCER Hubbard 3, Lakeside 0 SAYBROOK TOWNSHIP Bashir Rasoul scored
Director: CDC nearly ‘out of money’ to fight Zika
Associated Press WASHINGTON The head of the government’s fight against the Zika virus said that
Lawmaker disputes legality of Yosemite park expansion
Associated Press FRESNO, Calif. A U.S. lawmaker accused Yosemite National Park of breaking
Elephants under siege
Opinion: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: The results of a two-year air and land survey of Africa’s savannah
East Ohio Conference of United Methodist Church has new bishop
Bishop Tracy S. Malone succeeded Bishop John L. Hopkins
Avoid the lure of analyzing too much
As a group, we anglers tend to be a bunch of over-analyzing people often lacking confidence in what
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The good and bad of late-summer insects
With September’s shorter days come cooler temperatures. I promise. By the time you read this, I’m
Woman charged after crash involving baby and drugs
Woman charged after crash involving baby and drugs
Diocese of Youngstown expanding its safe environment program for children
Delphine Baldwin-Casey named victim assistance coordinator
But he said, “Don’t delay me. The Lord has made my mission successful; now send me back
But he said, “Don’t delay me. The Lord has made my mission successful; now send me back so I can
Facing charges
Facing charges CLEVELAND A Youngstown man was charged with firearms and narcotics violations,
Pastors of NOW Youngstown share message of collaboration in Kenya
The mission team visited schools and churches.
MORE PREP FOOTBALL
Brookfield 49 Berkshire 20 BROOKFIELD Xavier Bailey rushed for 159 yards and passed for another
sPECIAL services 9/11 anniversary
Canfield United Methodist Church, 27 S. Broad St., Canfield: The 15th anniversary of the 2001
3-D archery
3-D archery Hubbard The Hubbard Conservation Club, 1760 Wick-Campbell Road, will have its last
Opening of courts
Opening of courts YOUNGSTOWN Judge Robert N. Rusu of Mahoning County Probate Court will be the
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Jared and Trista Orr, Youngstown, girl, Sept. 8. Angela
Austintown honors 9/11 victims
Austintown Township officials will host the 15th anniversary of Sept. 11 at Austintown’s 9/11 Memorial Park at 2 p.m. on Sunday.
A former Boardman trustee and the wife of a congressman are GOP Electoral College members
If Republican Donald Trump is elected president, they’ll cast the official votes for him
Death penalty hangs in limbo
Opinion: Gov. John Kasich has a decision to make in the relatively near future, and it probably won’t be an
Sibley, Hoban pull away from Ursuline
The Ursuline football team made several huge plays Friday night. But a bunch of good ones would have proven far more beneficial against powerful Akron Hoban.
Zombies are everywhere, and we can’t get enough
If this idea hasn’t been pitched to a Hollywood studio executive yet, I’m sure it will be soon:
oddly enough
oddly enough Study: Five-second rule is too generous NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. It might be time to
Poland rides productive first half against Jefferson
The Poland Bulldogs probably couldn’t have scripted a better sequence of first half play against the Jefferson Area Falcons.
ON THE LINKS
ON THE LINKS Friday’s pro golf results BMW CHAMPIONSHIP CARMEL, IND. U.S. Open champion
SPORTS digest
YSU wins after marathon final set AKRON Lori Vanbeek had a career-best 21 kills to lead the
Friday, September 9 (103 stories)
ValleyCare’s parent company to divest in 12 hospitals
ValleyCare’s parent company to divest in 12 hospitals
Mahoning County Sheriff's Office to head human-trafficking task force
Mahoning County Sheriff's Office to head human-trafficking task force
2nd girl in Slender Man stabbing enters insanity plea
2nd girl in Slender Man stabbing enters insanity plea
PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION | Trump running mate Pence releases tax returns
Trump running mate Pence releases tax returns
Female player to debut with Mooney football team
Elizabeth “Lizzie” Philibin will wear No. 37 and ready for action as the Cardinals’ kicker.
ODOT reports crash closes I-80 westbound in Trumbull County
ODOT reports crash closes I-80 westbound in Trumbull County
Joint economic news event slated for Warren on Tuesday
Joint economic news event slated for Warren on Tuesday
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will meet at 10 a.m.
Women's club to host trash, treasure sale
Women’s club to host trash, treasure sale POLAND Poland Junior Women’s Club is preparing for its
NFL opener: Broncos 21, Panthers 20
Carolina kicker Graham Gano missed wide left from 50 yards with a chance to win it in the closing seconds.
Investigators object to portrayal in film
By JOAN LOWY Associated Press WASHINGTON Losing thrust in both engines but still managing to
Game-winning Guy: Ursuline tops WB
Guy Kaho’s goal at 16:52 of the second half was all the offense Ursuline needed.
YBI ‘Breaks Boundaries’ with WE program, event
The Youngstown Business Incubator’s Women In Entrepreneurship Program will have its first fundraiser Wednesday.
Eastwood’s sullen ‘Sully’ focuses on the pilot Film fails to soar
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer In “Sully,” Clint Eastwood’s haunted and sterile docudrama of Capt.
Bypass cable box under FCC plan
Associated Press NEW YORK You may soon have more options for a cable box than renting one from
Struthers linemen pave the way for a 2-0 start
The Wildcats’ offensive line is big, smart and special.
A proposed bill would criminalize ‘revenge porn’
Ohio Senate Minority Leader Joe Schiavoni introduced the legislation
‘Muffins for Mom’ brings parents to school
The program was a way to get parents and caregivers to be more proactive with their students’ education
County revenue loss looms
Prosecutor Paul J. Gains wants a fast remedy to facilitate county budget preparation.
Marching band prepares for Boardman Band Night Saturday
Boardman marching band prepares for Boardman Band Night Saturday
New Ohio law shields addresses of abuse victims
Residents who have been victims of domestic violence, stalking, human trafficking, rape or sexual battery can apply to the secretary of state’s office for inclusion in the program.
Decorated vets recognized at Patriot Day celebration
Two-time Medal of Honor recipient Ronald Rosser of Roseville, Ohio, talks with Erika Zahrndt of the Tri-State Marine Corps League during the Patriot Day event Thursday at Quaker Steak and Lube in Austintown. Rosser was one of 13 decorated service members honored at the event. His medals of honor are from both the United States and South Korea.
Norman and Brown talk at a minimum
Associated Press pittsburgh The fast-talking cornerback that never met a wide receiver he didn’t
Broncos again get best of Cam, Panthers in NFL opener
Graham Gano missed a 50-yard field goal with four seconds remaining.
A myth about crime
Opinion: By Bianca E. BERSANI and ALEX R. PIQUERO Los Angeles Times Even as researchers find that the
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Godspell,” 8 p.m.: Trumbull New Theatre opens its season with the
Clinton blasts Trump’s remarks on military, Putin
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. Hillary Clinton blasted Donald Trump Thursday for his
Serena knocked out in Open semis
Associated Press new york For the second year in a row, Serena Williams’ bid to make history
MORE PREP RESults
VOLLEYBALL Boardman 25-25-29, Lakeside 14-23-27 BOARDMAN Kaylin Burkey made 15 kills and nine
ON THE AIR | This weekend’s football games on TV & radio
TODAY 6 p.m. (WPIC-AM 790) (WLLF-FM 96.7) High school football: “Pigskin Preview.” 6:30 p.m.
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Home Savings donates $3,218 to Mobile Meals YOUNGSTOWN Home Savings Charitable Foundation
Waterline failure
Waterline failure YOUNGSTOWN The city had a large waterline failure Thursday on South Meridian
Seoul: N. Korea conducted its fifth nuclear test
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea South Korea’s Yonhap news agency says Seoul believes North
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Lowellville School board, 9 a.m., special meeting in executive session to discuss
Hollywood Gaming slot machine revenue up in August
Hollywood Gaming reported slot-machine revenue of $8.33 million up year-over-year to $8.28 million.
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Bankrupt supplier’s creditors sues GM
GM says the claims made by Clark-Cutler-McDermott are without merit.
Student shoots girl, kills self at Texas school
Associated Press ALPINE, Texas A 14-year-old girl died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot
Controversial wild pitch helps Tribe in win
Associated Press CLEVELAND The Cleveland Indians took advantage of a controversial bases-loaded
American flag raised at ground zero on 9/11 returns to site
Associated Press NEW YORK An American flag raised at ground zero on Sept. 11, 2001, in a
Democratic senators seek answers from health insurer
Associated Press BOSTON Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren and a handful of fellow Democratic
Students kept at school after mercury found
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Hundreds of anxious parents staked out a Las Vegas middle school
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.
YPD mulls tweaking homicide investigations
Detectives will help monitor social media, prepare search warrants
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 3-under par 69 to
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
ITT victims deserve help; public is seeking answers
Editorial: Some 40,000 students attend- ing ITT Technical Institute across the country no doubt entered the
Bresnahan and McMurray plan October wedding
Timothy and Kelly Bresnahan of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Margaret
Big, new county maps available free
The new Mahoning County maps are available free of charge at the county engineer’s office.
Waste removed
Waste removed BAZETTA Firefighters wearing rubber gloves cleaned up a bag of medical waste
Motion requires public board approval
Legal counsel to review proposal, issue report By JORDYN GRZELEWSKI jgrzelewski@vindy.com
Three-run first propels Pirates over Cincinnati
Associated Press pittsburgh Ivan Nova is doing his part to improve baseball’s pace of play.
Fundraiser set to fight animal cruelty
Staff report WARREN The Trumbull County Animal Cruelty Task Force is sponsoring a fundraiser at
SPORTS digest
YSU volleyball in Akron for weekend The Youngstown State volleyball team will play its next four
Poll: Clinton, Trump tied in Ohio, other swing states
Libertarian candidate draws 14 percent in Ohio
oddly enough
oddly enough Unstamped coins spill in Delaware NEW CASTLE, Del. Authorities in Delaware say a
THURSDAY’s ON THE LINKS | Professional golf events
PGA TOUR BMW CHAMPIONSHIP CARMEL, IND. Roberto Castro wants nothing more than to go home to
Canfield Fair made all the more exciting by Biden, Trump visits
Opinion: Bringing a sitting vice president and a major-party presidential nominee to a large, wide-open
Shannon Greene, Kevin Day plan September rite
Shannon Greene of Beachwood, Ohio, and Kevin Day of Poland are announcing their engagement and
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people on these charges Thursday: Jayshawn Sanders,
Canfield Christian Back to School Block Party
In the spirit of caring for the community, Canfield Christian Church will host a Back to School
Coopers celebrate 50th anniversary with vow renewal
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cooper Sr. of Austintown, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary July 16
Boardman Community Briefs
Boardman Band Night Sept. 10 The Boardman Spartan Marching Band and the Boardman Band and
Austintown Community Briefs
Knitting guild to meet on Sept. 13 The next meeting of the Western Reserve Knitting Guild will be
Canfield Memory Walk will have two dates
Canfield Memory Walk: A Step Back in Time is a fundraising event for the non-profit Canfield
Cheerleaders hold annual kiddie cheer camp
School spirit was flying high during the Canfield High School cheerleaders’ annual Kiddie Cheer Camp Aug. 8-10.
Canfield Community Briefs
Canfield UMC offers community worship observance The fifteenth anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks
CVMS seventh-graders claim victory over Alliance
Canfield Village Middle School seventh-graders opened their 2016 campaign with a 36-0 victory over
Musical morning is inspiration for elementary students
The Poland Seminary High School band put on a performance for the elementary school students on Aug. 29 at the high school football stadium.
Canfield Sports Briefs
Canfield girls golf defeats Lakeview Canfield girls varsity golf team defeated Lakeview with a
Furry friends visit Greenbriar residents
Dogs from the Animal Charity of Ohio visited Greenbriar in Boardman on Aug. 21 hoping to find a forever home.
Poland Community Briefs
Knitting guild to meet on Sept. 13 The next meeting of the Western Reserve Knitting Guild will be
Spotlesons mark 60th anniversary at family event
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Spotleson of Poland were honored May 7 at a renewal of their wedding vows and
Christina Oles, Scott Denham II plan October rite
Mark and Barb Oles of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Christina Oles of
Story time brings color to life
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Boardman library hosted a special parachute-
South Range building new home for its teams
The fall sports season is only a few weeks old, but already there are folks at South Range looking toward fall 2017.
Buddy Walk promotes Down Syndrome awareness
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Down Syndrome Association of the Valley
Link program brings students together
Austintown Fitch High School introduced a new program on Aug. 23 to help give students entering freshman year and a new building an easier transition.
Thursday, September 8 (110 stories)
Kravitz Deli to operate cafe at Fellows Gardens
Kravitz Deli is set to take over operations of the Garden Cafe at Fellows Riverside Gardens, following action taken at tonight's Mill Creek MetroParks meeting.
13 decorated vets honored at 10th Patriot Day event tonight
Veterans and supporters alike crowded together on the back porch of Quaker Steak and Lube here to honor 13 decorated servicemen during the 10th annual Patriot Day celebration.
Fundraiser for Trumbull Animal Cruelty Task Force Saturday
The Trumbull County Animal Cruelty Task Force (TACT) is sponsoring a fundraiser at the Champion Beach House Bar, 4551 Mahoning Ave., from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday.
Youngstown cops enhancing investigations with social media monitors
They will probably still work long hours, but the city police department is considering tweaking the way detectives conduct homicide investigations.
Muffins for Mom enables parents to stay informed about kids' school activities
Jessica Saulsberry enjoyed a gathering of light food and beverages with many other adults and students, but she’s hoping the event that brought everyone together will be about much more than homemade muffins and beverages.
Kravitz Deli to take over Garden Cafe at Fellows Riverside Gardens
Kravitz Deli to take over Garden Cafe at Fellows Riverside Gardens
Struthers library closed through Friday for water repairs
Struthers library closed through Friday for water repairs
Mom whose baby drank formula laced with heroin gets prison
Mom whose baby drank formula laced with heroin gets prison
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | New poll: Clinton, Trump virtually tied in Ohio, other swing states
Clinton, Trump virtually tied in Ohio, other swing states
Eli Manning, wife, pledge $1M to Mississippi pediatric care
Eli Manning, wife, pledge $1M to Mississippi pediatric care
Texas police report active shooter situation at high school
Texas police report active shooter situation at high school
Video shows shooting of Chicago man, 71, as he waters lawn
Video shows shooting of Chicago man, 71, as he waters lawn
Youngstown issues boil-water notice for West Side customers
Youngstown issues boil-water notice for West Side customers
Lochte banned through June 2017, loses $100,000 in bonuses
Lochte banned through June 2017, loses $100,000 in bonuses
Police ID homeless man found in abandoned Columbus home
Police ID homeless man found in abandoned Columbus home
Boardman police investigating break-in at township business
Boardman police investigating break-in at township business
Door latch recall to cost Ford, cut into full-year profits
Door latch recall to cost Ford, cut into full-year profits
Former Pa. teacher ordered to stand trial in student sex-assault case
Former Pa. teacher ordered to stand trial in student sex-assault case
Hollywood Gaming slot machine revenue up in August
Hollywood Gaming slot machine revenue up in August
Officials: Student shot outside Pittsburgh high school this morning
Officials: Student shot outside Pittsburgh high school this morning
Man gets at least 25 years in prison for home-invasion death
Man gets at least 25 years in prison for home-invasion death
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Clinton blasts Trump's comments on military generals, Putin
Clinton blasts Trump's comments on military generals, Putin
Judge rules man competent to stand trial for murder in May homicide
Judge rules man competent to stand trial for murder in May homicide
Youngstown vice squad investigates drug activity on North and West sides
Youngstown vice squad investigates drug activity on North and West sides
Applications for unemployment benefits slipped last week
Applications for unemployment benefits slipped last week
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Libertarian prez candidate didn't know about Aleppo
Libertarian prez candidate did not know about Aleppo
4 teens flee Ohio treatment center, fracture employee’s neck
4 teens flee Ohio treatment center, fracture employee’s neck
Flag firefighters raised at ground zero returns to site
Flag firefighters raised at ground zero returns to site
Women's Connection to host Texas author
Women’s Connection to host Texas author YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Women’s Connection will host a
Carpatho-Rusyns plan bonfire event
Staff report BOARDMAN The Youngstown-Warren chapter of the Carpatho-Rusyn Society will have its
Trumbull commissioners: Medical marijuana use still not allowed by employees
Trumbull commissioners: Medical marijuana use still not allowed by employees
Carrasco overcomes home runs, bugs in Indians’ win
Carlos Carrasco wasn’t about to let a bug in his eye get in the way of winning a game.
The Vic’s ‘Steel Magnolias’blooms with fine details
By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Victorian Players brought a new season
Struthers reaches settlement after jail inmate hanging death
The city agreed to pay $750,000 to the family of the deceased.
RG3 goes from castoff to captain
Robert Griffin III may have changed the course of a career headed toward disaster.
Director speaks out for ITT Tech’s education
Arthur Daly lost his job Tuesday, but his concern is for the students
Residents of a Youngstown community object to being displaced from their homes to rezone the area as industrial
About 20 people showed up at a public hearing
Local comic creators to gather
Staff report CANFIELD The second annual Youngstown Independent Comic Expo will take place
Anthrax continues to reach milestones
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Bucket lists aren’t just for people. Take for instance
Rocker returns for Covelli concert The summer of Bryan Adams
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com It was the summer of ’85, and Bryan Adams was all over
Steelers rookie NT onn the risde
Steelers nose tackle Javon Hargrave may be quietly putting together a noteworthy start to his rookie season.
YSU survey takes senior administrators to task
The survey says staff-faculty relationships with supervisors and deans are good.
Mancini’s hat trick helps Canfield girls knock out Howland
If soccer fans threw hats onto the pitch after hat tricks, Canfield Cardinals senior Anita Mancini would keep sporting goods stores in business.
Ohio House Dems tout legislative agenda
The Democrats are going around the state to point out their “Focus on the Future” agenda
Hanks, Eckhart get heroic in ‘Sully’
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. As far as everyday heroes go, commercial
Campbell police chief on leave pending Ohio BCI investigation
Spokeswoman: agency investigating alleged criminal misconduct.
YSU alum seeks to make NASA rocket LEGO model
Nicholas Mastramico works as a NASA structural engineer for the SLS rocket in Huntsville, Ala., and started creating the model during his off time as a hobby in July 2015. He is asking you to register your support with LEGO to make the model an official LEGO set, and become eligible for a raffle prize.
Phantoms’ goal: Picking two new netminders
Darion Hanson, Connor O’Brien and Ivan Kulbakov are battling for two roster spots.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Ephraim Sykes of ‘Hamilton’ joins NBC’s ‘Hairspray Live!’ LOS ANGELES Broadway
Don’t be misled by stats
Opinion: Mark Twain famously said that there were three kinds of lies – ”lies, damned lies, and statistics.”
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK The Disappointments Room (R) A secret chamber in a formerly stately Southern
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Store closes YOUNGSTOWN Phil Kidd, associate director of Youngstown CityScape, has closed his
Kaepernick should stand up for US
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service It’s his right. That’s what more than a few commentators
Frankie Valli tribute at Packard
Frankie Valli tribute at Packard “Let’s Hang On! The Music of Frankie Valli” will come to Packard
Auditions
Auditions ACTORS “Harry’s Friendly Service,SDRq an original play by Valley native Rob Zellers,
Ohio Players coming to Packard hall
Staff report WARREN The Ohio Players will come to Packard Music Hall on Sept. 24 for a 7:30 p.m.
Barrel Run Crossing Winery, 3272 Industry Road, Rootstown; 330-325-1075.
Barrel Run Crossing Winery, 3272 Industry Road, Rootstown; 330-325-1075. Fri: Doug and Dave, 7
Ryan seeks CSX help at crossing
Staff report LORDSTOWN U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Howland, D-13th, has asked the CSX Corp. to look
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
METRO DIGEST || Another guilty in counterfeit ID, credit card operation
Open house set YOUNGSTOWN Community Corrections Association will conduct a public open house at
SPORTS digest
YSU announces confernce schedule Youngstown State’s men’s basketball team released its Horizon
No-contest plea; found guilty
No-contest plea; found guilty YOUNGSTOWN Derrick Logan, 52, of Crandall Avenue, pleaded no
Avoid killing these crawly creatures – they eat insect pests SPIDER SEASON
By Eric Barrett OSU Extension educator It won’t be long until the nights begin to get chilly.
Man gets nearly 22 years in prison in federal sex case
David Guevara Sr. got 262 months in prison for interstate transportation of a minor for sex.
Council requests study of costs for retrofitting
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES After learning repair costs to the heavily damaged
NEIGHBORHOOD NATURALIST: SHOREBIRDS
NEIGHBORHOOD NATURALIST: SHOREBIRDS When: Saturday, 9 to 11 a.m. What: Every fall thousands of
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of 09/07/16. All yields given in percent.
Stage Left opens with ‘GLAM, the Sequel’
Stage Left opens with ‘GLAM, the Sequel’ Stage Left Players will begin its 2016-17 season by
“Better Things” (10 p.m., FX): “Better Things” is an offbeat new comedy
“Better Things” (10 p.m., FX): “Better Things” is an offbeat new comedy series that focuses on a
Ohio pays off $271M debt to government
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio paid off the remaining $271 million on its recession-era debt to
Search for student missing 20 years renewed by FBI
Associated Press SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. FBI agents sifted through dirt Wednesday at an
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1210.21-0.11 Aqua America, .71
Class-action suit filed against ITT
Associated Press CARMEL, Ind. Two employees laid off by the parent company of for-profit
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CEO Mohip has blueprint for saving Y’town schools
Editorial: The long-awaited recovery plan for the academically troubled Youngstown school system made public
House moving toward showdown
Associated Press WASHINGTON The House is moving toward a showdown vote this month over whether
Yosemite adding 400 acres
Associated Press FRESNO, Calif. Visitors to Yosemite National Park in California have more room
Ways to take on opioid addiction
Opinion: By Wade Berrettini The Philadelphia Inquirer “Pain is a more terrible lord of mankind than even
King Foods food boxes available this month
The distribution will be Sept. 24 at New Hope United Methodist Church in Niles
The first debate for the U.S. Senate race will be inside the studio of 21 WFMJ-TV on Oct. 14
The one-hour debate will start at noon
Clinton, Trump face off in forum about military
Associated Press NEW YORK Leveling unusually harsh criticism against the military, Republican
Lawyer indefinitely suspended
The Ohio Supreme Court has indefinitely suspended Dennis DiMartino from law practice.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Kirayzha Ortiz and JaWuan Jones, Youngstown, girl, Aug.
YSU women’s bowling team announces roster for first season
The roster is comprised of 11 student-athletes, eight of whom are freshmen.
Council makes moves toward expanding limits
By AMANDA TONOLI atonoli@vindy.com CANFIELD City council made the first moves toward
Rock Against Heroin aims to help addicts recover
The heroin addiction problem in the Mahoning Valley is so severe that most people know at least one
Time to visit the orchard
Time to visit the orchard The apple harvest season has begun in the Mahoning Valley. Take time out
Juanita Pasley to be honored for service
She has served 35 years at United Methodist Community Center
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BOYS SOCCER Crestview 4, Mineral Ridge 1 MINERAL RIDGE Mitchell Lindsay led Crestview with a
Kang’s homer ends eight-game losing streak
Just about everyone in the Pirates’ clubhouse was in a reflective mood after Pittsburgh ended its longest skid in five years.
Drying flowers
Drying flowers Fall wreaths, centerpieces and more – you can spruce up your home and patios for
Tell-tale sign of bacterial spot
Q. The leaves on my pepper plants are turning brown. There are spots all over them. The leaves fall
PHANTOMS NOTEBOOK More from the Covelli Centre
Covelli contract: The Youngstown Phantoms are beginning the final season of a three-year contract
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Trains making students late, Ryan tells CSX
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Howland, D-13th, has asked the CSX Corp. to look into its trains blocking traffic, including Lordstown school buses, at the crossing at Lyntz-Townline and Salts Springs roads in the morning, sometimes causing students to be late to school.
Struthers reaches settlement with family of jail suicide victim
The city has reached a settlement agreement with the family of a man who died after hanging himself in his city jail cell Sept. 10, 2015.
Campbell chief on leave after complaint prompts investigation
Mayor Nick Phillips has placed Campbell Police Chief Drew Rauzan on paid administrative leave pending an investigation by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation into alleged misconduct.
Despite legalization, Trumbull workers cannot use marijuana
Trumbull County commissioners went on record Wednesday acknowledging that Ohio’s medical marijuana law takes effect today but clarified that county employees may not use the drug in any form.
Local ITT educators trying to help students in wake of national closure
Arthur Daly worked at ITT Technical Institute’s Youngstown branch for eight years.
YSU survey reveals workplace complaints
Youngstown State University’s full-time staff and faculty like their relationship with their supervisors and department chairs, but say senior leadership, such as the president, provost and board of trustees, do not value, respect or trust faculty, staff or students.
Judge has 2 days to rule on Seman motions before jurors report for death penalty trial
Judge Maureen Sweeney has several pending motions to ponder less than 48 hours before jurors report to Mahoning County Common Pleas Court for orientation in the capital murder case of Robert Seman.
NASA engineer from Boardman hopes to make LEGO history
NASA’s Space Launch System is a new rocket that’s been in development since 2010 which scientists hope will one day reach Mars.
East Side residents angry over plan for their homes, neighborhood
Residents of an East Side community say they are angry and upset the city is displacing them from their homes to turn the area into a light-industrial business zone.
Youngstown fugitive's dad relieved son in custody
Robert Reber knows his son can’t come home. Yet he burst into tears Wednesday when he was informed his 19-year-old son Derrick Reber was arrested at a hotel near the Pittsburgh airport without incident.
Canfield council puts annexation of Palmyra Road parcel in motion
City council made the first moves toward expanding its boundaries by consenting to the proposed annexation of 22 acres of township land on Palmyra Road.
East Siders upset about being displaced for creation of industrial zone
East Siders upset about being displaced for creation of industrial zone
Ohio Turnpike exit ramp in Mahoning County closes Thursday
Ohio Turnpike exit ramp in Mahoning County closes Thursday
Third suspect in recent Youngstown homicide caught in Pittsburgh
Third suspect in recent Youngstown homicide caught in Pittsburgh
Apple's iPhone 7 has a better camera, repels water and dust
Apple's iPhone 7 has a better camera, repels water and dust
Campbell police chief placed on paid administrative leave
Campbell police chief placed on paid administrative leave
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Clinton emails search finds 1 new message about Benghazi
Clinton emails search finds 1 new message about Benghazi
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Trump promises huge boost in military spending
Trump promises huge boost in military spending
Trumbull commissioners say employees still cannot use medical marijuana
Trumbull commissioners say employees still cannot use medical marijuana
Events close many Mill Creek Park roads this weekend
Events close many Mill Creek Park roads this weekend
Man walks into Trumbull Memorial with gunshot wound
Man walks into Trumbull Memorial with gunshot wound
Defense lawyers want to delay Robert Seman capital murder trial
Defense lawyers want to delay Robert Seman capital murder trial
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Holy Family Parish, 2729 Center Road, Poland, will sell takeout-only cavatelli dinners with
Girard Junior Women to meet Thursday
Girard Junior Women to meet Thursday NILES Girard Junior Women will meet at 6:30 p.m. Thursday
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Ohio Democrats kicked off a campaign for Ted Strickland, their U.S. Senate candidate
But national Democratic groups have canceled $7 million in TV ads for Strickland
Architect: Niles City Hall structurally sound, but in bad shape
Council meets today to hear the full report
‘Narcos’ turns up heat
By ALICIA RANCILIO Associated Press NEW YORK Season two of “Narcos,” a drama about the rise
Three charged with Belden Avenue murder
Two in hospital with police hold; cops looking for other one
CEO delivers results-oriented recovery plan
Krish Mohip, Youngstown city schools chief executive officer, has delivered an ambitious, student-centered and results-oriented academic improvement plan to the district’s Academic Distress Commission, featuring specific goals and achievement timetables.
Watson wrecked as Pirates drop eight in a row
Tony Watson’s fastball went right down the middle. Whatever chance the Pirates might have of reviving their playoff hopes may have gone along with it.
ITT shutters schools amid federal funding actions
All ITT Technical Institute locations closed on Tuesday.
Despite many changes, Tomlin remains positive
Preseason injuries are affecting the opening night roster
Packard band to commemorate 9/11
Staff report WARREN The W.D. Packard Concert Band will open its season Sunday with “A Concert in
YSU’s enrollment up in all categories
The total head count of full-time and part-time students for the fall 2016 semester is 12,808.
CONNECTED Connect through fantasy football
Food. Insults. Crude jokes. Football. These words best describe a typical Sunday in early
Youngstown committee rejects city plan to cut down two healthy trees downtown
The trees obstruct the view of the city’s Christmas tree
RECOVERY PLAN
RECOVERY PLAN Talking points Youngstown City Schools CEO Krish Mohip has submitted his three-
Births
Births ST. JOSEPH WARREN HOSPITAL Michael Harper II and Valerie Harper, Warren, boy, Sept. 2.
Executions drop; is death penalty fading away?
Associated Press WASHINGTON Is the death penalty in America gradually dying? There have been
Live music performances on TV programs this week include:
Live music performances on TV programs this week include: v Bastille: Tonight on “Jimmy Kimmel
Southington man banned two years from attending high school sports, including his daughter’s
A Southington man was sentenced Tuesday to two years probation, during which time he will not be allowed to attend any high school sporting events, including those of his daughter.
Canadian auto workers pick GM as strike target
Associated Press DETROIT The Canadian auto workers’ union has picked General Motors Co. as a
Beyond the BLT Other tomato sandwiches to try
By Nick Kindelsperger Chicago Tribune (TNS) While we all have access to tomatoes in even the
Coroner fears dealers use Cincinnati area as ‘test tube’
Associated Press CINCINNATI Authorities suspect the Cincinnati area has been treated as a “test
80M unexploded bombs: Obama pledges to aid Laos
Associated Press VIENTIANE, LAOS Declaring a “moral obligation” to heal the wounds of a secret
Carlson settles lawsuit against Ailes for $20M
Carlson settles lawsuit against Ailes for $20M NEW YORK Former Fox News anchor Gretchen Carlson
Partial stop granted on ND pipeline work
Associated Press WASHINGTON An American Indian tribe succeeded Tuesday in getting a federal
Who’s a national security danger? Clinton and Trump point fingers
Associated Press GREENVILLE, N.C. Donald Trump said Tuesday night that Hillary Clinton’s
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Poland school board, 6 p.m., special board meeting, board office. Will adjourn
Secrets to making YOUR OWN PIZZA
By Daniel Neman St. Louis Post-Dispatch (TNS) Pizza. In many ways, it is the perfect food. It
Apprenticeship program offered
Apprenticeship program offered BOARDMAN The Ironworkers Joint Apprenticeship Program is
QUOTABLE TROY AIKMAN, FOX NFL analyst, on his employer hiring Skip Bayless:
“I believe success is achieved by acquiring and developing talented, respected and credible
Tax abatement sought for downtown hotel
Tax abatement sought for downtown hotel YOUNGSTOWN Dominic Marchionda of NYO Property Group. is
Prep Roundup Recaps of other games
VOLLEYBALL Canfield 25-25-25, Lakeside 14-9-10 ASHTABULA Jenny Smith, Grace Mangapora and
Warren man resigns job with state to run as write-in for Trumbull commissioner
Warren man resigns job with state to run as write-in for Trumbull commissioner
SPORTS digest
Texas, Wisconsin make big jumps in Top 25 Texas is ranked for the first time under coach Charlie
school goals
Youngstown City School District will use this plan to chart the course for the next three academic
Crash injures driver
Crash injures driver BOARDMAN The driver of a vehicle that was struck Tuesday morning in a crash
Youngstown school board discusses attendance, paycheck glitches
The board met in special session Tuesday.
NOTICES
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Packard Museum announces donation of rare ‘37 Packard now on display
Packard Museum announces donation of rare ‘37 Packard now on display
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1210.310.18 Aqua America, .71
Bare plates speak volumes for Hunger Action Month
Editorial: One sure-fire sign that the pace of economic recovery in the Mahoning Valley continues to crawl
Schools flunking lunch
Opinion: By Heather Moore People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals I don’t care what kids say – the
‘Star Trek’ at 50 still exploring new story lines for the big screen
Opinion: By Jake Blumgart The Philadelphia Inquirer As Gene Roddenberry’s “Star Trek” boldly passes the
Tuesday, September 6 (90 stories)
Developer asks Youngstown school board for tax abatement for downtown hotel
Tax abatement sought for downtown hotel
Poland council approves four levies for fall ballot
Poland council approves 4 levies for fall ballot
Request to cut down healthy trees met with ‘ho, ho, no!’
Request to cut down healthy trees met with ‘ho, ho, no!’
It's official: YSU has student-enrollment increase for fall semester
YSU has student-enrollment increase for fall semester
Youngstown schools attendance figures for first day of school due Wednesday
Youngstown schools attendance figures due Wednesday
Youngstown schools CEO unveils academic recovery plan
Youngstown schools CEO unveils academic recovery plan
Architect: Niles City Hall structurally sound, but is in bad shape
Architect: Niles City Hall structurally sound, but is in bad shape
Lowellville Village Council has ordinance meeting Wednesday night
Lowellville Village Council has ordinance meeting Wednesday night
National Democratic group pulls more Strickland ads in Ohio
National Democratic group pulls more Strickland ads in Ohio
Ambulance stolen in Liberty
Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers arrested a man after a report that he stole an ambulance from a gas station in Liberty.
Scoring error on Georgia bar exams to benefit dozens
Scoring error on Georgia bar exams to benefit dozens
Two jailed, one sought in Youngstown's latest homicide
Two jailed, one sought in Youngstown's latest homicide
Police raid Amish party in Ohio field and arrest 73 people
Police raid Amish party in Ohio field and arrest 73 people
Sentence bans Southington man from high school sports
Sentence bans Southington man from high school sports
Is ’cauliflower rice’ going mainstream? Green Giant hopes so
Is ’cauliflower rice’ going mainstream? Green Giant hopes so
Drug task force head urges Ohio emergency declaration
Drug task force head urges Ohio emergency declaration
Canadian auto workers pick General Motors as strike target
Canadian auto workers pick General Motors as strike target
Survey: US services firms register slowest growth since 2010
Survey: US services firms register slowest growth since 2010
University of Dayton wants to keep hosting NCAA’s First Four
University of Dayton wants to keep hosting NCAA’s First Four
Trump’s fair tour enthralls backers
BY KALEA HALL and Joe GORMAN news@vindy.com The Republican presidential nominee arrived to
Dems speak out against Trump on Labor Day
Valley Democrats came out to the Canfield Fair the day that Donald Trump came to meet with his supporters.
“We the People” encourages tolerance
Organizers of the new program invite those of all faiths and beliefs to come to Dorian Books on Youngstown’s North Side Sunday.
YSU women’s golf on top after day one
Staff Report Boardman The Youngstown State women’s golf team is off to a good start to the 2016
Lowellville has 11th annual Cruisin’ the River event
It may be true that all Sally wants to do is ride around, according to lyrics in the popular 1967 Wilson Pickett hit, “Mustang Sally,” but Jeff and Beth Norman of Struthers were happy to have Sally sit around for a while and be admired.
DuVernay tries TV with ‘Queen Sugar’
Associated Press NEW YORK The new family drama “Queen Sugar” follows three estranged siblings in
Manziel back to school at Texas A&M
Manziel back to school at Texas A&M dallas Former Cleveland quarterback Johnny Manziel has re-
More Liberty property owners win judgment regarding county sewer charges
A judge has ruled in favor of three property owners along Belmont Avenue in Liberty Township who were billed improperly for their part of a county sewer project
Alta Care Group earns top ranking for its Head Start programs
Alta Head Start/ Early Head Start offers educational programs for children from birth to age 5
FAIR DIGEST || Animals get most from Trump fans
Animals get most from Trump fans CANFIELD The Angels for Animals booth had a fundraising
METRO DIGEST || Cop released after being shocked
City cop released YOUNGSTOWN A city police officer who was taken to the burn unit at Akron
170th Canfield Fair ends with flourish
Jordan Varga, 12, and his step-sister, Lilly Gump, 11, pet a sheared sheep Monday, the closing day of the 170th anniversary Canfield Fair.
Police seek prisoner who fled hospital
Associated Press WILMINGTON, Ohio Police in southwestern Ohio are looking for a prisoner they
Hibiscus tea lowers blood pressure
Q. At my last physical, my blood pressure was 158/90, the highest reading I’ve ever had. (I chalked
Hermine lingers offshore; Newton approaches Mexico
Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. Hermine twisted hundreds of miles offshore in the Atlantic
Poll: Support for Black Lives Matter is increasing among white youths
Associated Press WASHINGTON Support for the Black Lives Matter movement has increased among
Clinton blasts Russia; Trump softens
Associated Press CLEVELAND Setting the stage on Labor Day for a critical month in their testy
Asteroid named after Queen singer Mercury
Asteroid named after Queen singer Mercury LONDON Queen guitarist Brian May says an asteroid in
Student arrested after pellet hits girl, 4
Associated Press URBANA, Ohio Authorities say an Ohio college student has been arrested after a
YEARS AGO
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Ireland, the EU & Apple
Opinion: Economics was not one of my favorite subjects in college, so I avoided economic courses. But I do
Bridge closure causes delay for schools
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Public schools in Pittsburgh will operate on a two-hour delay today
Tribes fight for the environment
Opinion: By Mark Anthony Rolo Tribune News Service While American Indian tribes continue to be plagued
Analysis: 21-year-olds receive most tickets
Associated Press CLEVELAND A newspaper investigation has found that 21-year-olds received the
US Supreme Court should take up ‘Golden Week’
Editorial: There’s an overarching question that encompasses the elimination of the early-voting period in Ohio
Voting hacks trigger concerns
Opinion: By Lewis Diuguid The Kansas City Star Until the 2000 presidential election, few people would
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Cheers! 1st drink in 81 years sold in formerly dry town BRIDGEWATER, Conn. A
iTunes top five albums for the week ending Sept. 1:
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Facility opening
Facility opening WARREN Meridian HealthCare and Compass Family & Community Services (COMPASS)
Far-right activist Schlafly dies at 92
Associated Press ST. LOUIS Phyllis Schlafly, the outspoken conservative activist who helped
Protesters, seeking migrant camp closure, block roads
Associated Press CALAIS, FRANCE Truckers, farmers, dock workers and merchants angry at the
At global summit, China promises cooperation on steel
Associated Press HANGZHOU, CHINA China agreed to cooperate more closely with its trading
auto racing
auto racing NASCAR Sprint Cup Schedule Winners By The Associated Press Feb. 13 — x-Sprint
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Mathews Local School board, 5:30 p.m., special meeting to take action on
IS-claimed bombings in Syria kill at least 48
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Experts: Giant panda no longer endangered
Associated Press BEIJING A leading international group has taken the giant panda off its
METRO DIGEST || Chronic health condition management
Chronic conditions YOUNGSTOWN Two free, six-session chronic health condition management courses
Obama cancels meeting with Philippines’ Duterte
Associated Press VIENTIANE, LAOS President Barack Obama called off a planned meeting today with
Monday, September 5 (59 stories)
170th fair ends with several firsts
Labor Day, the last day of the Canfield Fair, was met by sunshine and temperatures in the 80s.
All views invited to 'We the People' Sunday on Youngstown's North Side
Rodd Coonce, owner of Full Circle Florist and host of Music on Madison, both on Youngstown’s North Side, strives to teach others his favorite saying, TEHO – to each his/her own.
National labor leader counters Trump promises at fair event
Cheers and boos of agreement were heard by fair-goers walking past the Mahoning County Democratic Booth Monday morning.
TRUMP AT CANFIELD FAIR: GOP nominee tours fairgrounds
He also has visited the Mahoning County Republican Party tent.
TRUMP AT CANFIELD FAIR: GOP nominee arrives at fairgrounds
Trump was in suburban Cleveland earlier today.
Trump to labor leaders in Cleveland: You'll have friend in White House
The nominee and running mate Mike Pence took part in Labor Day holiday roundtable in suburban Cleveland before visiting a nearby diner to greet every patron and the owners.
TRUMP AT CANFIELD FAIR: Supporters in droves await their candidate at fairgrounds
The GOP nominee landed at Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport shortly before 2 p.m.
Cate Blanchett and Josh Groban lead new season FALL LIGHTS of BROADWAY
By MARK KENNEDY AP Drama Writer NEW YORK “Cats” is back on Broadway, purring along. “Hamilton”
Bullpen implodes in Pirates 6th straight loss
The Pirates have lost six in a row since sweeping a four-game series at Milwaukee last weekend
Chisenhall’s single caps 3-run ninth to beat the Marlins
Lonnie Chisenhall ended the day with a bucket on top of his head — a reward for helping the Cleveland Indians to another comeback win
Father of girl secretly videotaped while changing sues families involved
The suit seeks damages of at least $50,000 from each defendant.
Trumbull probation department reports success with opiate-blocker Vivitrol
Trumbull probation department reports success with opiate-blocker Vivitrol
Trump travels to Youngstown Warren Regional Airport today
Mark Munroe, chairman of the Mahoning County Republican Party, said it will just be a game of wait and see
ACLU opposes fed access to Ohio’s law-enforcement database
The ACLU wants Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine to reject the federal request
Boardman Center Intermediate school’s green space makes school beautiful inside and out
Boardman Center Intermediate school’s green space makes school beautiful inside and out
Scrappers lose in W. Va on walkoff
West Virginia Black Bears’ second baseman Kevin Mahala hit a walkoff RBI-single off the Mahoning Valley Scrappers reliever Alsis Herrera in the ninth inning to hand the Scrappers a 4-3 defeat
YSU women’s soccer rallies against Longwood
Youngstown State’s Ernestina Abambila scored two goals and an assist to led the Penguins to a 3-1 comeback victory against Longwood
American labor’s vital signs still strong despite challenges
Editorial: On this national holiday dedicated to the American worker, let’s take the pulse of our 160-million-
Things to worry about
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service Time magazine has signed up with the hunky-dory crowd. It
Nadal bows out of US Open in defeat
Rafael Nadal kept making a stand, kept coming back, kept showing he would not depart quietly from this U.S. Open
Attendance increases
Attendance increases Attendance Saturday at the Canfield Fair hit its highest mark since 2004,
Newsboys inspires crowd with band’s brand of pop
The Newsboys, a Christian pop-rock band that was founded in Australia in 1985 and known for hits
Congress returning for abbreviated session
Associated Press WASHINGTON Lawmakers return to Washington this week for an abbreviated
Video game review ‘Madden NFL 17’ delivers tweaks, tutorials
‘MADDEN NFL 17’ Grade: 2 of 4 stars Platform: Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3
ON THE LINKS | Sunday’s professional golf results
DEUTSCHE BANK CHAMPIONSHIP NORTON, MASS. Paul Casey finished with a birdie and an eagle over
Only fraction of wells closing
Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY The 37 wastewater disposal wells to be shut down in north-central
Fairs to remember
Patrons in Canfield fondly recall sights, sounds, sensations of 170-year-old institution
Hermine spins away from East Coast
Hermine spins away from East Coast NORFOLK, Va. Hermine spun away from the East Coast on
Columbiana/Trumbull Courts
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints United Ohio Insurance Co. v. Harold Johnston, personal
Mother Teresa canonized at Vatican
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Elevating the “saint of the gutters” to one of the Catholic
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Don’t Breathe’ tops box office again NEW YORK The horror thriller “Don’t Breathe”
China: Resist pressure to raise trade barriers
Associated Press HANGZHOU, China Chinese President Xi Jinping called Sunday for leaders of the
Swoopes, there it is
QB bulldozes into end zone to lift Longhorns over Irish in 2OT Associated Press AUSTIN, TEXAS
Turkey, rebels expel Islamic State from territory
Associated Press BEIRUT Turkish troops and allied Syrian rebels expelled the Islamic State group
Outdoor rally set
Outdoor rally set YOUNGSTOWN Beulah Baptist Church, 570 Sherwood Ave., will host an outdoor
labor day | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed today. Residents of
Heroin epidemic exhausts W.Va. city
Associated Press HUNTINGTON, W.Va. He found the woman slumped over the steering wheel, an empty
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Columbiana Exempted Village School board, 6 p.m., high school media center.
YEARS AGO
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SPORTS digest
Western Reserve’s Hughes breaks record GREENSBORO, N.C. Western Reserve graduate and Youngstown
Man killed in crash
Man killed in crash YOUNGSTOWN Officers are investigating a fatal one-car crash on the city’s
Ex-soccer star faces tumor with support of husband
Former U.S. soccer star Lauren Holiday has been diagnosed with a brain tumor while pregnant, and her husband, New Orleans Pelicans guard Jrue Holiday, is taking indefinite leave from the NBA club to care for his wife
oddly enough
oddly enough City officials tear up toddler’s littering citation WASHINGTON City officials in
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Sunday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 71 in the third round
A ‘slush fund’ by any other name
Opinion: WASHINGTON Because truth in labeling laws are among the laws from which Washington feels exempt,
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
Preps Roundup Girls soccer
Cardinal Mooney 8, Carrollton 1 STRUTHERS Liz Philibin scored five goals and made two assists
Kaepernick gives voice to voiceless
Opinion: By Elizabeth Ann Thompson Tribune News Service San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick,
Racing roundup
NASCAR: Southern 500 Truex holds off Harvick for win DARLINGTON, S.C. Martin Truex Jr. took
Sunday, September 4 (101 stories)
Three-run ninth helps Indians beat Marlins
Lonnie Chisenhall capped a three-run rally with a two-out RBI single in the ninth inning against Fernando Rodney, leading the Cleveland Indians over the Miami Marlins 6-5 on Sunday
Youngstown City Schools' assistant superintendent submits resignation
Walters had applied to become interim superintendent and CEO of the district
Ohio elections chief, anti-fracking groups dispute ballot issues
The conflict has reached the Ohio Supreme Court
Wastewater wells shut down after weekend's 5.6 magnitude quake in Oklahoma
The shutdowns are only a small fraction of the total number of wells in the state
'Don't Breathe' tops box office for second weekend in a row
It has earned about $51 million in revenue since its debut last week
DQ celebrates September with free Oreo Frappes on Tuesday
Dairy Queens in Austintown, Youngstown and Columbiana will participate
Islamic State group suffers major defeat at Turkey-Syria border
It is the latest in a string of defeats for the Islamic militant group.
Vatican canonizes Mother Teresa, 'saint of the gutters'
About 120,000 people gathered for the ceremony
CANFIELD FAIR UPDATE: Saturday attendance of 81,554 is highest in 12 years
Attendance for the first four days is nearly 15,000 higher than last year's
Angelo-Chaney wedding plans are announced
MARCY ANGELO JOSHUA CHANEY HUBBARD Marcy Angelo and Joshua Chaney of Hubbard are announcing
Grief recovery groups to begin
Grief recovery groups to begin HUBBARD Owners of Kelley-Robb-Cummins Funeral Home, 709 N. Main
BOOKS DIGEST - Short-fiction day to be observed
Short-fiction day to be observed SALEM Area short story writers who would like a chance to read
Up for adoption
Up for adoption Go online to angelsforanimals.org or call 330-549-1111 for more information.
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, closed for Labor
SENIOR CITIZENS
Ajax Magnethermic Retirees will meet at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Station Square, 4250 Belmont Ave. Guests
Senior Menus
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
GARDEN CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Mahoning will meet at noon for a sack lunch at the Davis Education and Visitor Center in
Bresnahan and McMurray plan October wedding
MARGARET BRESNAHAN SCOTT MCMURRAY CANFIELD Timothy and Kelly Bresnahan of Canfield are
Amy Stevens and Aaron Baker plan November rite
AARON M. BAKER AMY E. STEVENS canfield Paul and Betty Stevens of Canfield are announcing the
Shannon Greene, Kevin Day plan September rite
SHANNON GREENE KEVIN DAY Shannon Greene of Beachwood, Ohio, and Kevin Day of Poland are announcing
Randi Yazvac, George Kubas are engaged
GEORGE D. KUBAS RANDI M. YAZVAC BOARDMAN Thomas and Diane Yazvac of Boardman are announcing the
Ted and Dorothy Braccolino celebrate their 60th anniversary
BOARDMAN Ted and Dorothy (Giccatelli) Braccolino of Boardman celebrated their 60th wedding
Family dinner to celebrate Cunnings' 40th
CAMPBELL Attorney Patrick and Mary Eileen (Murphy) Cunning are celebrating their 40th anniversary
Howard and Lillian Divelbiss celebrate 65th anniversary
MR. AND MRS. HOWARD DIVELBISS AUSTINTOWN Howard W. and Lillian (Boyer) Divelbiss of Austintown
At Packard Museum exhibit, micro cars are mini-marvels
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com WARREN There they sit at the National Packard Museum –
Buckeyes rewrite record book in romp over BGSU
Ohio State scored 10 offensive touchdowns and rolled up a school record 776 yards in beating Bowling Green Saturday, but was it enough to impress coach Urban Meyer?
Kids help Youngstown Butterfly Project take flight
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN “I like helping the community and
Greek festival’s visitors enjoy culture, customs, church's community outreach
Those who attend a longtime festival likely will enjoy a slew of ethnic foods and entertainment, but their dollars will do more than buy a plate of homemade pastitsio or moussaka.
SPORTS DIGEST | YSU’s Nedrich finishes 14th
YSU’s Nedrich finishes 14th Pittsburgh James Nedrich finished 14th as the Youngstown State
Scrappers win home finale, avoid Spikes sweep
Mahoning Valley won its final home game, a 3-0 victory against State College
Valley Christian growth stretches to more of city and beyond
While other religious schools grapple with declining enrollment, Valley Christian Schools’ flock keeps growing.
Pennsylvania state employee UW campaign begins Tuesday
The goal state employees hope to raise for UW this year is $3.1 million
MDA moves on without telethon
By DAVID CRARY AP National Writer NEW YORK For 45 years, many Americans identified the
Lawrence County UW Day of Caring is Thursday
The speaker this year will be David Gettings, Lawrence County Controller
Runners to your marks … Upcoming races & walks
SEPTEMBER Saturday — First Strasburg 5k run/walk, a fund-raiser for the Strasburg Lions
METRO DIGEST || Talk for females on domestic violence
Domestic violence talk for females YOUNGSTOWN A Time For Recovery Outreach will host a
Tractor attraction pulls in many loyal families
By JORDYN GRZELEWSKI jgrzelewski@vindy.com CANFIELD A very expensive hobby. Asked about
Salem woman, 81, equestrian go-getter at fair
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Week of September 4, 2016
Gary M. Eilons et al to George Mohram Jr., Sandy Drive, New Middletown, $79,500. Janet E. Byle et
Allegheny Portage site recalls 1834 railroad innovation ALL ABOARD!
By DAVID HURST The (Johnstown) Tribune –Democrat CRESSON, Pa. It was dubbed an engineering
Flights between US and Mexico expected to soar
Flights between US and Mexico expected to soar If you’re planning a trip south of the border, you
Need help? Ask a virtual assistant
“Alexa, how did the New York Mets do last night?” “Alexa, order ‘Silver Linings Playbook’ on Blu-
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Brittany Wallace and Christopher Mahinparvar, Youngstown,
PRO GOLF
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“We pretty much got taken to the woodshed here today.”
“We pretty much got taken to the woodshed here today.”
Entering fall, Clinton has a clear edge
Associated Press COLUMBUS Two months from Election Day, Hillary Clinton has a clear edge over
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IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one
Jack Savage Jr. of Youngstown aced the 156-yard No. 6 at Mahoning Country Club on Aug. 28. He used a
Schiavoni’s attack on Ohio’s e-schools lacks credibility, evidence
Opinion: Schiavoni’s attack on Ohio’s e-schools lacks credibility, evidence In a recent LETTER “Online
Pirates drop fifth in a row
The Milwaukee Brewers beat Pittsburgh 7-4 on Saturday night to extend the Pirates’ losing streak to five games
Dish Network, Tribune Media reach agreement
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Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Canfield Fair, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.: Multiple midways of merriment
Popular TV, comic-book heroes inspire collectibles
Many comic-book, movie and TV heroes are so popular that they inspire hundreds of collectibles.
Kasich still casts a shadow
Opinion: On Wednesday, Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump delivered a much anticipated policy
Stopping Zyrtec leads to an itchy nightmare
Q. About 18 years ago, I moved to a region with high seasonal allergy triggers that affected me at
Storm regains strength
Associated Press The once-and-future Hurricane Hermine regained strength Saturday as it moved
Fiscal storm clouds over state, local governments
Editorial: With Ohio bracing for a major fiscal crisis in 2017 as a result of a federal ban on sales-tax
Child care: big costs for little ones
By SARAH SKIDMORE SELL AP Personal Finance Writer Child care is a major expense for many
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
AWARDED The Commerce Department’s National Institute of Standards and Technology has named Brian
No pension crisis is on the horizon in Ohio
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BUSINESS Panera CEO on self-respect and avoiding gluten
By CANDICE CHOI AP Food Industry Writer NEW YORK Panera founder and CEO Ron Shaich considers
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
A deeply personal history lesson
Opinion: Mr. Conley’s history assignment was simple and straight forward. My daughter Brooke was to research
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Bradley J. Gamlin, 28, of 4373 Herner County Line
Oklahoma quake rattles the Midwest
Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY A record-tying earthquake on the edge of Oklahoma’s key energy-
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
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Trump reaches out to black voters in Detroit
Associated Press DETROIT Donald Trump swayed to songs of worship, read Scripture, and donned a
Pope stresses helping others
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Pope Francis on Saturday denounced what he called the modern-day
Remains found are those of boy kidnapped in 1989
Remains found in central Minnesota in recent days are those of Jacob Wetterling, an 11-year-old boy who was abducted in 1989, authorities said Saturday in an announcement that provided some long-awaited answers to a mystery that has captivated a state for decades and sparked changes in sex offender laws.
Q. Is the show “Fast N’ Loud” with Richard Rollins of the Gas Monkey coming back
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MILESTONES
MILESTONES SCOUTS Earns Eagle Award Joshua Westhead, son of George Westhead and Joseph and
Minor League Baseball
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Clinton, Trump navigate Ohio’s political landscape differently
By Mark Niquette and Jennifer Jacobs Bloomberg News (TNS) YOUNGSTOWN The fight for Ohio in
Saturday’s HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS
VOLLEYBALL West Branch 25-25-25, Struthers 11-12-10 BELOIT Elise Wallace scored 26 points with
Horsing around fair
By KALEA HALL khall@vindy.com CANFIELD Betty Vernon swings open the door to her camper and
labor day What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed Monday, Labor Day.
Obama, leaders discuss IS at economic summit
Associated Press HANGZHOU, China At an economic summit in China, President Barack Obama is
Attendance is rising
Attendance is rising Attendance at the 170th Canfield Fair so far is on track to surpass numbers
Area golf calendar Upcoming outings
SEPTEMBER Today — Dustin Noble Memorial Scramble, 8:30 a.m. shotgun start at Tam O’Shanter Golf
TV & RADIO
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MID-AMERICAN CONFERENCE
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Vehicle crashes into Champion house tonight
No injuries were reported after a vehicle crashed into a house on Pierce Road in Champion Township tonight.
Familiar face at Canfield Fair is horse family favorite
Betty Vernon swings open the door to her camper and the sparkly “Hello Horseman” door slogan glimmers in the sun.
Micro cars – tiny monuments to bygone era – at Packard Museum
There they sit at the National Packard Museum – monuments to a bygone era of car manufacturing. But they're not the glorious Packards long acknowledged as luxurious and trendsetting.
CANFIELD FAIR: Attendance over first 3 days surpasses that of 2015
Friday's attendance was the highest since Friday of the 2007 fair
Conti-McElroy wedding is set for November
JONATHAN MCELROY DARLA CONTI STRUTHERS Nicholas and Pamela Conti of Struthers are announcing the
“Black Lives Matter” button lawsuit settled
Atty. Andrea Burton alleged she’d been frozen out of court appointments following the button-wearing dispute.
New Mahoning County audit panel appointed
The re-established Mahoning County audit committee has six prominent members, including two bank presidents.
Bulldogs employ ‘Tressel Ball’ to beat Niles
The Poland Bulldogs displayed the football version of small ball Friday night at Niles’ Bo Rein Stadium.
Yanssens’ winning field caps Crestview comeback
They buried one of the area’s best football rivalries Friday night.
Ursuline avoids letdown in road victory over East
The Irish eventually pulled away for 40-16 win over the Panthers at Rayen Stadium.
Panel OKs demolition of historical Canfield house
“It’s kind of hard to force a person who owns private property not to be able to make a decision about it,” Councilman Joe LoCicero said
Operation Paint Brush spruces up city neighborhoods
Improvements projects were on all four sides of town
Struthers football program marks 100th year
Many Wildcats, past and present, gathered Friday at Struthers High School for a celebration of the football program’s 100-year anniversary.
United Way 19th Day of Caring cleans South Side neighborhoods
After a breakfast Friday at the Covelli Centre, some 600 volunteers from organizations, businesses and schools split into groups to work tirelessly for the 19th annual United Way Day of Caring.
Film gets lost at sea
By LINDSEY BAHR The Associated Press There is no misfortune too shattering for Derek Cianfrance
Hubbard’s run game dominates Girard
Hubbard outgained the Indians in total yards, 380-160, with sophomore Rafael Morales and junior Tyreq Moorer combining for all of the winner’s 380 yards.
Raiders start slow, but exorcise Devils
Two weeks into the season, neither South Range nor Western Reserve has played a complete game.
Cello's Bar patrons chase down suspected robber
No eligibility for bond on aggravated robbery charges
METRO DIGEST || Helping veterans
Accused in robbery BOARDMAN A Youngstown man was arraigned in Mahoning County Court on
For fair’s fire and medical workers, it’s all about ... Being prepared
By JORDYN GRZELEWSKI jgrzelewski@vindy.com CANFIELD Eight days. Twelve-hour shifts.
Molnar’s rolls out perfect treat at Canfield Fair
Faith McGee serves up a plate of fresh Molnar’s cinnamon rolls at the Canfield Fair. The business, started by her dad, Jim Molnar, in 1968, has been serving the fair favorite since 1984.
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
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Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Julianne Ramirez and Kyle Metcalf, Youngstown, boy, Sept.
Graciousness of the Bush family a sharp contrast to The Donald
Opinion: By Joe Scarborough Miami Herald Last Friday started as it usually does: an early wake-up call,
Sunday news shows
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Browns add ex-Redskins DL
The Browns added some beef to their defensive line while they considered cuts to their roster.
As Congress returns, Zika aid must be priority No. 1
Editorial: First-century folklore has it that as the grand city of Rome burned in the great fire of A.D. 64,
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HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Oak Hill Collaborative gets four 3-D printers
The Thomases Family Endowment of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation funded the printers’ purchase
Help Ohio monarchs by giving weed seed
Opinion: It’s all Trump this, Hillary that at the moment, with more than a little of your time being devoted
‘Junior’ done for the season
Dale Earnhardt Jr. will miss the rest of the NASCAR season — 18 races total — as he continues to recover from a concussion.
Hermine slams Florida, threatens East Coast
Associated Press DEKLE BEACH, Fla. The first hurricane to hit Florida in more than a decade
SLAIN OHIO FAMILY Judge: Custody case of kids stays private
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Sock handles Cilic at US Open
Before Jack Sock took on 2014 U.S. Open champion Marin Cilic in the third round, the 23-year-old American acknowledged that, as of a couple of years ago, simply making it that far would have made him, to use two of his words, “satisfied” and “excited.”
MAC power BGSU to try to ‘shock’ the Buckeyes
Bowling Green will be a four-touchdown underdog coming into Ohio Stadium today.
Bored with the Lord?
In the book of Isaiah 42:9, Scripture reads, “Behold the former things have to come to pass, Now I
Seek good, and not evil, that ye may live: and so the Lord, the God of hosts, shall be with you, as
Seek good, and not evil, that ye may live: and so the Lord, the God of hosts, shall be with you, as
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
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Transactions
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PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Trump steps up minority outreach; FBI releases notes on Clinton emails
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Donald Trump was met with tears and gratitude as he sat with
Walmart, Sam’s Club campaign to benefit Akron Children’s
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Today;’s entertainment picks:
Today;’s entertainment picks: v Canfield Fair, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.: Today’s grandstand highlight is
An album of Amish country sagas
Opinion: Oddities of my Amish country odyssey, during the past 25 years of my retirement. I have regularly
Temps down, crowds up
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Mosquito Lake hunting
Mosquito Lake hunting cortland The Ohio Department of Natural Resources will offer eight goose
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joel Alonso Cisneros, 29, of 200 Poland Ave.,
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Lawyer: No guns, drugs found in Brown’s house LOS ANGELES Police did not find guns
Trump is considering a Monday visit to the Canfield Fair, multiple sources say
Trump is considering a Monday visit to the Canfield Fair, multiple sources say
Record Reviews
Michael Sweet Album: “One Sided War” Grade: 3 and a half stars (out of 4) If there’s anyone
The magic of Gene Wilder
Opinion: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Few film actors had the range or charisma of Gene Wilder, who died this
labor day What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed Monday, Labor Day.
Volunteers needed to help Youngstown students succeed
Opinion: There is a community volunteer meeting Sept. 19
Annexation petition
Annexation petition CANFIELD The Mahoning County commissioners have received a petition by MALA
Samsung recalls Galaxy phones
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea Samsung recalled its Galaxy Note 7 smartphones on Friday
‘Legacy of Rabbi Sidney M. Berkowitz’ showcased in series
The son of the religiou leader, Roger M. Berkowitz, spoke at Congregation Rodef Sholom.
congregation RODEF SHOLOM
congregation RODEF SHOLOM Upcoming 150th celebration Congregation Rodef Sholom, 1119 Elm
Time has taken toughness out of tattoos
My 22-year-old niece Chardonnay showed up at the beach house my brother had rented wearing hip-
Prep Roundup | More results
VOLLEYBALL Columbiana 25-20-21-25-15, South Range 19-25-25-18-12 BEAVER TOWNSHIP Morgan
ON THE LINKS | Friday’s professional golf results
TPC BOSTON NORTON, MASS. Ryan Moore changed his schedule to pile up tournaments at the end of
There’s no easy explanation for bald birds
Every summer I get a few letters and emails from readers asking about “bald” birds. Usually, it’s a
ROUNDUP Friday’s other football games
Austintown Fitch 27 Brunswick 20 AUSTINTOWN The Falcons got on the board early with Bryce
Berlin’s reason for being
As a fisherman, I get plenty of splash time on our local reservoirs. But it is as a commuter that I
Christian artist to perform Sept. 16
Christian artist to perform Sept. 16 Leavittsburg Carman, a contemporary Christian recording
SPORTS digest
Spikes hang on to defeat Scrappers NILES For the second straight night, the Mahoning Valley
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Attorney, local judges reach settlement in Black Lives Matter button dispute
A settlement has been reached in the federal lawsuit by Atty. Andrea Burton, which claimed that Judge Robert Milich of municipal court violated her free speech and due-process and equal-protection rights by finding her in contempt of court when she wore a Black Lives Matter button in his court July 22.
600 volunteers to improve community at today's Day of Caring
After a breakfast Friday at the Covelli Centre, some 600 volunteers from organizations, businesses and schools split into groups to work tirelessly for the 19th annual United Way Day of Caring.
First order at the fair? Molnar's gooey cinnamon roll
You can’t start a day at the Canfield Fair without a Molnar’s cinnamon roll. That’s what one customer yelled to me as I was about to take a bite right out of the center of my gooey, cinnamon-sugary, buttery roll.
Historical home of Canfield's namesake family to be demolished
A controversial historical home will be demolished after Canfield city’s design review committee reversed a previous decision, allowing the demolition of Canfield’s namesake’s grandson’s home at 275 N. Broad St.
Allen Lee charged after long chase with kid in car
A man wanted for violating his probation, who was convicted of running over and killing a man raking leaves in his yard, was arrested late Thursday after police said he led them on a lengthy chase with a young child in his car.
Handling emergencies at Canfield Fair is big team effort
Eight days. Twelve-hour shifts. Hundreds of calls, for everything from bee stings to heart attacks.
Mahoning County re-establishes audit committee, names 6 members
The Mahoning County commissioners have re-established a long-dormant audit committee and appointed six people to it – two bank presidents, a university official, the local public library system director and two county officials.
Teen charged with slapping 5-year-old on school bus
Teen charged with slapping 5-year-old on school bus
Pa. appeals court: State can weigh impact of gas drilling wells
Appeals court: State can weigh impact of gas drilling wells
Cincy-area police say elephant sedative seized with heroin
Cincy-area police say elephant sedative seized with heroin
Police losing battle to get drivers to put down their phones
Police losing battle to get drivers to put down their phones
Trumbull coroner: Man had heart attack in Elm Road accident Tuesday
Trumbull coroner: Man had heart attack in Elm Road accident Tuesday
Louisiana boy finds bag of meth in video game package
Louisiana boy finds bag of meth in video game package
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | FBI publishes notes on Clinton’s use of private email
FBI publishes notes on Clinton’s use of private email
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Trump given questions before interview at church
Trump given questions before interview at church
Samsung recalls Galaxy Note 7 after battery explosions
Samsung recalls Galaxy Note 7 after battery explosions
Portions of Mill Creek MetroParks Bikeway road closed for maintenance
Portions of Mill Creek MetroParks Bikeway road closed for maintenance
Petition would annex Canfield Township land to city of Canfield
Petition would annex Canfield Township land to city of Canfield
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Right battleground state, wrong city for Green Party candidate
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Right battleground state, wrong city for Green Party candidate
Youngstown woman faces OVI charge after arrest in Boardman
Youngstown woman faces OVI charge after arrest in Boardman
FDA bans antiseptic chemicals from soaps, cites no evidence
FDA bans antiseptic chemicals from soaps, cites no evidence
Man accused of egging Ohio home 100-plus times enters plea
Man accused of egging Ohio home 100-plus times enters plea
Ex-Subway pitchman in suit: Victim's parents to blame
Ex-Subway pitchman in suit: Victim's parents to blame
More than 600 volunteers participate in UW Day of Caring
More than 600 volunteers participate in UW Day of Caring
Man held by Warren bar patrons after robbery arraigned today
Man held by Warren bar patrons after robbery arraigned today
Court hearing canceled on closing Warren motorcycle club HQ as nuisance
Court hearing canceled on closing Warren motorcycle club HQ as nuisance
News conference canceled today on Trumbull Co. septic systems matter
News conference today canceled on Trumbull Co. septic systems matter
Settlement reached in lawyer wearing Black Lives Matter button
Settlement reached in lawyer wearing Black Lives Matter button
Columbiana County agency gets fed funds to help area veterans
Columbiana County agency gets fed funds to help area veterans
Ex-Stanford swimmer leaves jail after serving half his term on sex assault
Ex-Stanford swimmer leaves jail after serving half his term on sex assault
CANFIELD FAIR | Blue skies, sunshine, perfect temps greet fairgoers on Day 3
Blue skies, sunshine and perfect temps greet fairgoers on Day 3
Hermine hits Florida coast as 1st hurricane in a decade
Hermine hits Florida coast as 1st hurricane in a decade
Early hunting seasons for waterfowl to begin in Ohio
Early hunting seasons for waterfowl to begin in Ohio
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will meet at 10 a.m.
Open house planned at Moss home
Open house planned at Moss home MINERAL RIDGE The Moss Ancestral Home, 1499 Burnett St., will be
CEO directs removal of creationism from Youngstown science curriculum
A city school board member contacted the ACLU about the materials
Columbiana, Crestview could be meeting for final time
The series is headed for a ‘cooling-off’ period
Evidence suppression hearing heard in Seman case
Testimony focuses on search warrants, visit to defendant’s home
Phantoms will be inexperienced
Change is in the air as the Youngstown Phantoms prepare for their eighth USHL season.
At fair’s scavenger hunt, I found more than just items on a list
By JORDYN GRZELEWSKI jgrzelewski@vindy.com CANFIELD I’ll admit it. Before I was assigned to
ON THE Air This weekend’s football on TV & radio
TODAY 6 p.m. (ESPNU) High school football: St. Frances Academy vs. Paramus Catholic. 6 p.m.
Woman sues Champion landlords over denial of service dog
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office and Ohio Civil Rights Commission have filed a lawsuit in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court
Kaepernick, Reid kneel during anthem
Colin Kaepernick and San Francisco 49ers safety Eric Reid kneeled during the national anthem Thursday night, continuing the quarterback’s preseason protest of American racial injustice and minority oppression
Ohio county auditors launch statewide skimmer sweep
Inspectors to check 12,000 gas pumps for skimming devices over Labor Day weekend
McDonough museum to mark its 25th year
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The McDonough Museum of Art, 525 Wick Ave., will celebrate its 25th year
‘Hands of Stone’ shines light on Roberto Duran
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer “Hands of Stone “ is a sprawling yet fairly conventional biopic
SPORTS digest
Early hole too much for Scrappers NILES The Mahoning Valley Scrappers managed to make a game
‘Morgan’ explores artificial intelligence
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer Even if you guess the twist in “Morgan” early on, the
Mill Creek Park Green Cathedral Race is Sept. 11
The race will begin and end in the park’s Wick Recreation Area, 1861 McCollum Road, on the West Side.
Youngstown's labor museum plans to join celebration
The state celebration includes a walking tour of downtown Youngstown.
Mahoning commissioners OK tax grant to promote religious gathering
The Mahoning County commissioners approved $2,500 in bed tax funds to promote a women’s Christian conference at the Covelli Centre.
Liberty hires part-time firefighters to ease staffing pinch
Trustees also increased hourly rate of pay for part-timers.
Fairgoers go to great lengths for chance to see vice president
Staff report CANFIELD Two lifelong Democrats were ready and waiting for Vice President Joe Biden
METRO DIGEST || Prosecutor opposes parole for Cox
Opposed to parole WARREN Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins is opposing the parole of
Injured fairgoer sues cutlery vendor and fair
An Olmsted Falls man was injured at a Canfield Fair cutlery vending booth.
Biden makes time for Valley, case for Clinton
Vice President Joe Biden tickled Noah Miner, 4, and was rewarded with a big smile during an unscheduled stop Thursday at the Canfield Fair. Noah was at the fair with his mother, Crystal, of Austintown.
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Springfield school board, 9:30 a.m., work session, board of education office,
Chicago homicides highest in decades
Associated Press CHICAGO Chicago saw its deadliest month in two decades in August, recording 90
College football roundp Thursday’s other games
No. 19 Louisville 70, Charlotte 14 LOUISVILLE, KY. Lamar Jackson accounted for a school-record
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments against these people Thursday on these charges:
US auto sales fall in August
Associated Press DETROIT U.S. sales of new cars and trucks fell in August, ending summer on a
CORRECTION
CORRECTION A story on page A1 of Monday’s newspaper, “Youngstown expatriates still feel Valley’s
Cruze sales surge in August
An auto industry analyst attributes the 52.4 percent Chevrolet Cruze sales surge last month to the new model introduced this year.
Sealing of records for former detective pushed back a month
The sealing of records related to the 2009 conviction of a former homicide detective is being pushed back a month after the Trumbull County Prosecutor’s office asked that a new special prosecutor be appointed.
State Dept. to give AP all Clinton schedules before Nov. election
Associated Press WASHINGTON The State Department agreed Thursday to turn over all the detailed
Mosquitoes test positive for zika
Associated Press MIAMI Florida has found the Zika virus in three groups of mosquitoes trapped in
Inside THE ROPES WITH …
Inside THE ROPES WITH … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a jkldfskjdfkjl in
Mom, grandma plead guilty in teen’s heroin death at hotel
Associated Press AKRON The mother and grandmother of a teen who died from a heroin overdose at
Officials to announce elimination of Trumbull sewer decree today
Trumbull County septic and sewer rules have been criticized as overly strict
Browns fall to Bears in lackluster preseason finale
Cleveland played its offensive starters the entire first quarter, but only managed a short touchdown drive against Chicago’s backups.
oddly enough
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Rain on roof drowns out tennis
When heavy rain began pelting the closed roof at Arthur Ashe Stadium, Andy Murray couldn’t pick up the usual sounds of a tennis match.
Prep Roundup High school results
VOLLEYBALL Hubbard 14-25-23-25-15, Boardman 25-22-25-11-3 BOARDMAN Adria Powell led the Eagles
Family farm is ‘better’
Opinion: By Terry Wanzek Star Tribune (Minneapolis) My 21/2-year-old grandson recently stayed at our
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Canfield Fair, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.: All of the usual fun ($8, $6 for
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Charges dropped
Charges dropped CANFIELD Charges of domestic violence and child endangering were dropped
TV/RADIO
TV/RADIO SFlbTODAY 8 a.m. (NBCSN) Auto racing: Formula One Italian Grand Prix practice. 9:30
Some Hispanic leaders feel misled by Trump
Associated Press CINCINNATI “Crushed.” “Disappointed.” “Confused.” Some Hispanic leaders who
After painting only for 5 years, artist takes Best of Show
Liz Skeels shows that the Fine Arts competitions are for everyone
Stepmom of scalded boy pleads guilty to murder
Associated Press LEBANON, OHIO A woman accused of holding her 4-year-old stepson in a scalding
The Dominion East Ohio Gas emergency number is 1-877-542-2630
As of Thursday evening, four customers on Vineland were still without gas
labor day
labor day What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Explosion destroys SpaceX rocket, satellite
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. A massive fireball and explosion erupted Thursday at
Official remembers event from 70 years ago
Official remembers event from 70 years ago David Myers, a former longtime fair official,
Florida braces for Hurricane Hermine
Associated Press CEDAR KEY, Fla. Hurricane Hermine gained new strength Thursday evening and
Officer disciplined for assault after chase
Associated Press WATERLOO, Iowa An angry white police officer repeatedly yanked on the
Next best moves in Ohio’s raging war on opiate abuse
Editorial: A new report from the ohio Department of Health updates the widening scope of the state’s opiate-
After 100 years, does America’s national park system matter?
Opinion: By Randall Wilson The Philadelphia Inquirer On the occasion of the National Park Service’s
Backups galore as Steelers fall in preseason finale
Carolina Panthers running back Cameron Artis-Payne is expected to ease some of Jonathan Stewart’s load this season in the running game.
YSU Notebook
The big story of the offseason was who would be getting the snaps at quarterback. It turns out that decision was made in secret a few weeks ago when Ricky Davis found out he was going to start.
Wal-Mart cutting about 7,000 jobs
Wal-Mart cutting about 7,000 jobs NEW YORK Wal-Mart is cutting about 7,000 back-office store
BOARDMAN
BOARDMAN Aug. 11 Arrest: A traffic stop near Market Street resulted in the arrest of 23-year-old
Boardman Community Briefs
Balancing your thyroid naturally Are you taking your thyroid medication, getting your TSH level
Canfield Sports Briefs
CHS seeks assistant swim coach Canfield High School is searching for an assistant swim coach for
Aug. 13
Aug. 13 Theft: A $150 patio-table umbrella was stolen from a home in the 3300 block of Ridgely
Glenwood seventh-grade football team faces Medina
Boardman Glenwood Junior High played Medina in seventh-grade football on Aug. 25. Medina won the
Aug. 3
Aug. 3 Threatening letter: A report of a threatening letter was made at a home in the 200 block of
Poland Community Briefs
Balancing your thyroid naturally Are you taking your thyroid medication, getting your TSH level
Austintown welcomes new staff
When school began on Aug. 29, students in the Austintown School District noticed some new faces
Austintown Community Briefs
Balancing your thyroid naturally Are you taking your thyroid medication, getting your TSH level
Mill Creek hosts historical day at Idora Falls
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Mill Creek MetroParks hosted a Day at Idora
Boardman High School boys cross country team takes first
Boardman’s Chris Butler raced to a first place finish, outpacing 158 competitors, to lead Boardman
Students welcomed back at Union Elementary
Poland Union Elementary School students packed up their school supplies and headed to their first day of school on Aug. 22.
Car show benefits local family
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Boardman Park hosted the Mahoning Valley Olde Car
Hudock brings art of teaching to students
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Jenna Hudock, a Boardman resident, has the
Lakeside Realty finds new home
George Berick, owner of Century 21 Lakeside Realty, celebrated the grand opening of his new office building in Austintown on Aug. 18.
Swim teams to host golf scramble
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield High School Swim and Dive Team, in cooperation
Jubilee Christian cuts ribbon on new facility
Jubilee Christian Fellowship hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for its recently-completed facility on an 11-acre campus on Aug. 9.
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YSU rolls up 610 yards in rout of Duquesne
The Penguins rolled up 610 yards, including 384 on the ground, in dismantling the Dukes.
Commander in Chief forum, Clinton, Trump bios to air Labor Day week
With the traditional Labor Day marker that starts presidential campaigns in earnest, television outlets are getting ready to ride the momentum.
Biden exclusive: More people know Trump, less likely he'll get their votes
The more people find out about Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, the less likely voters, including those in the Mahoning Valley, will support him, Vice President Joe Biden told The Vindicator in an exclusive interview.
VP Biden gets enthusiastic welcome at Canfield Fair today
Two lifelong Democrats were ready and waiting for Vice President Joe Biden more than one hour before his arrival at the Canfield Fair.
Youngstown schools CEO bans creationism teachings from curriculum
City schools CEO Krish Mohip did with one memo what no one else in the district has been able to do since May: eliminate creationism from the curriculum.
Law enforcement testifies in Seman murder case
A city police detective and two Mahoning County deputy sheriffs testified Thursday during an evidence suppression hearing in the capital murder case of Robert Seman.
Liberty trustees agree to hire 6 part-time firefighters
Citing a staffing pinch, township trustees voted Thursday to hire six new part-time firefighters.
Bear & Izzy finally living happily ever after
Bear and Izzy finally found their “fairy tail” ending.
Mahoning commissioners fund religious conference
The Mahoning County commissioners approved without comment a resolution to spend $2,500 in county hotel bed-tax revenue to promote a “Living Proof Live” women’s Christian conference Nov. 4-5 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown.
Vindy's fair convert dives into newest attraction: a selfie scavenger hunt
Before I was assigned to cover the Canfield Fair as a reporter, I wasn’t an avid fairgoer.
Descendants of slaves to get preferential admission to Georgetown University
Georgetown University will give preference in admissions to the descendants of slaves owned by the Maryland Jesuits as part of its effort to atone for profiting from the sale of enslaved people, the president of the prominent Jesuit university in Washington announced Thursday.
BIDEN VISIT | VP departs Youngstown-Warren airport
BIDEN VISIT | VP's departs Youngstown-Warren airport
EXCLUSIVE | Biden says Trump will falter in Mahoning Valley
Vice President Joe Biden told politics reporter David Skolnick today that despite Donald Trump's success in the Mahoning Valley during the GOP primary, he will struggle in the general election.
Dominion restores gas service after Boardman gas line break
Dominion restores gas service after Boardman gas line break
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Biden says can't trust Trump with nuclear launch codes
Biden says can't trust Trump with nuclear launch codes
CANFIELD FAIR | Biden exits the fair, after greets, eats
Vice President Joe Biden is visiting the Canfield Fair this afternoon.
CANFIELD FAIR | Scavenger hunt a fun challenge for Vindy reporter
Scavenger hunt a challenge for Vindy reporter
Cincinnati-area authorities say spike in overdoses continues
Cincinnati-area authorities say spike in overdoses continues
UPDATE | No injuries at explosion at SpaceX launch pad; rocket, satellite destroyed
Explosion at SpaceX launch pad destroys rocket, satellite
BIDEN VISIT | Veep says Clinton superior to Trump
Joe Biden Biden is in the Mahoning Valley stumping for Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton
VINDY POLLING NOW | Fair food, YSU Football, and Gene Wilder films
We have some new questions we'd like your opinion on.
Dollar General Literacy Foundation grants go to Valley schools, organizations
Dollar General Literacy Foundation grants go to Valley schools, organizations
Discrimination lawsuit filed against Champion couple
Discrimination lawsuit filed against Champion couple
Ex-astronaut indicted in traffic deaths of 2 girls in Alabama
Ex-astronaut indicted in traffic deaths of 2 girls in Alabama
Mahoning commissioners approve funding for women's Christian conference
Mahoning commissioners approved funding for women's Christian conference
CANFIELD FAIR | Vindy reporter participating in today's scavenger hunt
Vindy reporter participating in today's scavenger hunt
BIDEN VISIT | People slowly coming in to see VP stump for Clinton in Lordstown
BIDEN VISIT | People slowly coming in to see VP stump for Clinton in Lordstown
Additional 14 people indicted in city of Dayton theft scam
Additional 14 people indicted in city of Dayton theft scam
Boardman fire, police on scene of suspected gas leak
Boardman police, fire on scene of suspected gas leak
John Hinckley, who tried to kill President Reagan, to begin to live full time in Va. in Sept. 10
John Hinckley to begin to live full-time in Va. in Sept. 10
Explosion rocks SpaceX launch site in Florida during test
Explosion rocks SpaceX launch site in Florida during test
Man faces charges after gun fired on the South Side
Man faces charges after gun shot on the South Side
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Trump retreats from vow to deport all living in US illegally
Trump retreats from vow to deport all living in US illegally
West Side Cats to host garage sale
West Side Cats to host garage sale YOUNGSTOWN West Side Cats, 2217 Mahoning Ave., will host a
Damon Hodges has prosthetic legs, but his heart is real
A play call will come soon from Liberty High School football coach Chet Allen, and it will put a smile on the faces of Dra Rushton and his teammates.
Insults fly high at Betras roast
Led by national talk show host and former Cincinnati mayor Jerry Springer, politicians and others roasted Mahoning County Democratic Party Chairman David Betras.
Cops caution drivers to be aware with Move Over, Slow Down
An officer heard the truck coming, pushed the tow-truck driver out of the way and was struck by his own cruiser.
Duquesne comes to YSU coming off a playoff season
Game day has finally rolled around and with it comes a bit more than a cupcake tuneup game to get an easy number one on the left side of the win column
Two Boardman schools receive new resource officers
Two Boardman schools receive new resource officers
SPORTS DIGEST || Scrappers eliminated from playoff contention
The Mahoning Valley Scrappers saw their playoff hopes come to an end on Wednesday night.
State takes steps to reduce drug overdoses, Ohio official tells Vindy
Ohio is ‘probably the hot bed of opioid’ overdoses, she said
Prep Roundup Wednesday’s results
VOLLEYBALL Heartland Christian 25-25-25, Leetonia 10-16-22 LEETONIA Bonnie Flynn had 15 kills
AP source: Steelers restructure deal for Antonio Brown
The NFL’s most productive receiver over the past three years is getting a raise commensurate with his star status
Youngstown's new van for prisoners purchased with speed camera money
Van should be in service starting next week
Costs for water main and city hall repairs concern Niles fiscal commission
Costs for water main and city hall repairs concern Niles fiscal commission
The sound and style of Frankie Valli
Staff report WARREN “Let’s Hang On! The Music of Frankie Valli” will come to Packard Music Hall,
Jethro Tull’s Martin Barre gets back to basics with album, tour
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com On first listen to Martin Barre’s new solo album, “Back to
Canfield Fair grandstand headliner Halestorm in the forecast
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com There are some bands that are just instantly
Pirates fall short against Cubs
Kris Bryant hit his 36th homer and made three solid plays at third base, helping Jason Hammel and the Chicago Cubs top the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-5 on Wednesday night for a three-game series sweep
Selah theater offers ‘Kitchen Witches’
Staff report STRUTHERS Selah Dessert Theater, located on the upper level of Selah Restaurant,
NFL players cleared in PEDs probe
NFL stars James Harrison, Clay Matthews and Julius Peppers can start the regular season without having the specter of a league investigation over whether they used performance-enhancing drugs hanging over their heads.
Kluber, Tribe mow down Twins
Over the past two months, though, the Indians have been able to count on one thing: Corey Kluber has been almost flawless
Man charged for alleged bomb threat against Hubbard police
Man threatens to blow up police station in 911 call
Ohio Supreme Court permanently disbars Hubbard attorney
Prticipated in a scheme to conceal more than $850,000 of a client’s marital assets
Withers farm family marks 100 years of showing cattle at 170th fair
100th year that Withers Honey Creek Farms is showing its milking shorthorns at the Canfield Fair
Swarms of fair-goers learn bees’ crucial role
Bruce Zimmer, president of the Columbiana and Mahoning County Beekeepers’ Association, shows the beeswax items for sale inside the Canfield Fair’s Fruit, Hay and Grain Building. Funds raised through sales at the fair go toward education on the importance of honey bees as pollinators.
Slain IS spokesman was powerful leader
Associated Press BEIRUT With the killing of Abu Mohammed al-Adnani, the Islamic State group lost
US set to destroy chemical weapons
Associated Press DENVER The U.S. Army plans to start operating a $4.5 billion plant next week
“BattleBots” (8 p.m., ABC): There will be robot blood during the Season 2 finale of
“BattleBots” (8 p.m., ABC): There will be robot blood during the Season 2 finale of “BattleBots.”
Trump says in immigration speech that 11 million in US illegally are not a main issue
Trump says in immigration speech that 11 million in US illegally are not a main issue Combined
YEARS AGO
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NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Hands of Stone (R) Panamanian boxer Roberto Duran soars to stardom when he
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Stapleton, Morris, Church lead CMA nods NEW YORK Chris Stapleton, Eric Church and
Energy companies push stocks lower
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stocks took small losses Wednesday as energy companies fell with
Mattel’s American Girl dolls to be sold at Toys ‘R’ Us stores
Associated Press NEW YORK Mattel’s American Girl dolls will soon be sold at Toys “R” Us stores,
Special to the Vindicator
Special to the Vindicator The Victorian Players Theater, 702 Mahoning Ave., will open its season
NO TIPPING
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. When the bill comes after a meal, there’s no crunching numbers
Man faces charges of robbery, kidnapping
Man faces charges of robbery, kidnapping BOARDMAN A township man is scheduled for a preliminary
Sex, drugs and an undercover cop
After receiving a response from an Austintown undercover cop to their escort ad online, two Cleveland women were arrested at an Austintown motel for soliciting sex
Threatened, endangered species differ
By Linda C. DOLAK OSU Extension master gardener volunteer While the terms endangered and
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.;
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.; Sun: Steve Vuich hosts open stage, 7 p.m.
Holiday driving
Holiday driving According to AAA East Central, warm destinations offering fun-filled activities
Sharon Medical Center donates AEDs to area police departments
Seven police departments receive defibrillators.
Come visit us at the CANFIELD FAIR
By Marilyn McKinley Ohio certified naturalist volunteer The OSU Extension master gardener
OSU Extension at Canfield Fair
OSU Extension at Canfield Fair When: Through Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. What: Join our staff and
Missing fall color?
Missing fall color? Besides purchasing a few mums that may or may not make it through the winter,
How they match up | Penguins vs. Dukes
YSU DUQ Points per game29.430.7 Opp. points23.119.2 Rushing avg.199.8174.7 Passing
Yellow jackets and sugar!
Yellow jackets and sugar! These insects are helpful early in the year when they feast on
Obscene increase in cost of EpiPen justifies probe
Editorial: Once again, Big Pharma’s greed and venality are on full display, and once again, the debate over
Hearing in church shooting trial to be closed
Associated Press CHARLESTON, S.C. A hearing on suppressing evidence in the Charleston church
Give to YSU to bolster higher ed
Opinion: Malcolm Gladwell, the author of non-fiction bestsellers such as “The Tipping Point,” “Outliers,” and
Guilty of talking too much
Opinion: By James Duane Los Angeles Times Someday soon, when you least expect it, a police officer may
Vintage ice cream sign is a real treat
A piece of Youngstown history will soon reappear at the place where it started. An advertising
Some small businesses struggle to find employees
Associated Press NEW YORK Small businesses that can’t find the right people to fill their job
WTG
Thursday Discussion ...And the Rest is History Book Club, 6 p.m., Austintown Public Library, 600
Taking back our financial system
Opinion: BY Jim Hightower OtherWords Instead of griping about the greedheads of Wall Street and the rip-
Clinton makes appeal to Republican voters
Associated Press CINCINNATI Portraying a vote for her as a patriotic act, Hillary Clinton made a
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Poland Township trustees, 10 a.m., special meeting in executive session to discuss
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Teri Caudill, Youngstown, girl, Aug. 30. Katelyn Lasko
Hurricane warning downgraded for Hawaii’s Big Island
Hurricane warning downgraded for Hawaii’s Big Island HILO, Hawaii Forecasters on Wednesday
Pumpkin breaks record
Pumpkin breaks record The 170th Canfield Fair has a broken record. During Wednesday’s fair board
METRO DIGEST || Semi crashes on I-80 in Hubbard
Semi crashes on I-80 HUBBARD The Ohio State Highway Patrol responded at about 2:10 p.m.
Man in look-alike case indicted in three crimes
The man charged with an April 8 break-in that was originally blamed on downtown artist has been indicted.
oddly enough
oddly enough ‘Bad apple culprit’ hits Pacific Northwest homes VANCOUVER, Wash. One rotten
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