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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
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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.
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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
2 injured, 1 suspect killed outside Kansas Walmart SHAWNEE, Kan. Two people were critically
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.
Today is Monday, Sept. 12, the 256th day of 2016. There are 110 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Oddly enough
Oddly enough Tree gnawed by beaver causes brief outage SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa If you live in one
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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