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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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Stories published September 28, 2016
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
CEO trims Youngstown school board’s powers
City schools CEO limits school board meetings to once monthly
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.
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.
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
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
Austintown’s superintendent responds to open enrollment statements
Austintown Superintendent Vince Colaluca said despite public discontent about open enrollment, Austintown schools are doing well
PREP ROUNDUP | Tuesday’s games
BOYS SOCCER Howland 4, Canfield 0 HOWLAND David Schwartz scored two goals as the Tigers won
Orchestra brings music to Valley schools
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN If students can’t come to Powers Auditorium for a musical experience,
‘Deepwater’ hits homeSFlbfor families of victims
By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN Associated Press BATON ROUGE, La. Arleen Weise was apprehensive when she
CONNECTED Google app has all the answers
In an attempt to stay competitive with popular messaging apps such as Snapchat and Facebook’s
Boardman organization tackling diaper need in Mahoning Valley
Making Kids Count asking for help to collect 50,000 diapers
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.
State would offer dollars to improve safety systems in schools
State would offer dollars to improve safety systems in schools
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.
Woman gets three years for firing shot during fight
Victim, who was not injured, does not come to court
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.
Washington should spur economy
Opinion: By Eric Frazier The Charlotte Observer Some startlingly good economic news surfaced two weeks
Let the slugs live free
Opinion: By Amy Skylark Elizabeth People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals I didn’t choose the slug
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
Stuffed tomatoes get French twist
TOMATOES PROVENCAL Makes 4 servings 4small to medium ripe tomatoes (about 2 to 21/2 inches in
Law aims to reduce blighted properties
Associated Press COLUMBUS A new Ohio law is being viewed as a national model for eliminating
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
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
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.
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Cafe plans opening for Friday morning YOUNGSTOWN Cultivate, a co-op caf on Elm Street, will
Reports of plastic prompt recall of Tyson chicken
Associated Press SPRINGDALE, Ark. Tyson Foods Inc. says it’s voluntarily recalling more than
Invitation to parade
Invitation to parade BOARDMAN The WorldStrides OnStage program invited the Boardman Spartan
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
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Jacklyn Massuri and Marty Mazzella, Girard, boy, Sept.
Associated Press
Associated Press COLUMBUS The families of two black people fatally shot by city police renewed
Great taste and health benefits, too Lean Protein
Miso Halibut with Soba Noodle Stir-Fry Family Features Whether you're a competitive sprinter
Former Israeli President Shimon Peres dies at 93
Associated Press JERUSALEM Shimon Peres, a former Israeli president and prime minister, whose
Parks case reassigned
Parks case reassigned BOARDMAN The man arrested last week by Mill Creek MetroParks police for
Oddly enough
Oddly enough Swooping, gliding over Alps at free-flight festival SAINT HILAIRE DU TOUVET, France
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Tom Hanks crashes wedding photo shoot NEW YORK Tom Hanks took a break from a jog
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,
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,
Diaper drop-off sites
Diaper drop-off sites Pure Cycle Studios, 4120 Boardman-Canfield Road, Canfield Studio Oxygen,
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.65-0.03 Aqua America, .71
People are unhappy with new packaging on prescription bottles
People are unhappy with new packaging on prescription bottles Associated Press Longtime
Canada approves natural-gas project
Canada approves natural-gas project TORONTO Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has approved
Record number watched debate
Associated Press The showdown between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump on Monday night was the
Enrollment holds steady for Campbell City Schools
Students are still enrolling for the current school year.
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Western Reserve Transit Authority, 3 p.m., board room, WRTA, 604 Mahoning Ave.