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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 ...
Stories published September 30, 2016
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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
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.
MORE HIGH SCHOOL RESULTS
BOYS SOCCER Mineral Ridge 6, Columbiana 0 COLUMBIANA Danny Linebaugh and Trey Richards each
Organist concert at Stambaugh
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Alan Morrison will present a pipe organ concert at Stambaugh Auditorium
SPORTS digest
Green, Burfict power Bengals over Dolphins CINCINNATI Bengals receiver A.J. Green followed his
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.
Artist brings inspiration to Fellows Riverside Gardens
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Fellows Riverside Gardens welcomed artist
Interactive stations bring families to the library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Boardman library had the grand opening of
Canfield Sports Briefs
Cardinals’ basketball youth skills academy to be Nov. 1 The Canfield High School boys’ basketball
Brooks brings home the bronze
By AMANDA TONOLI atonoli@vindy.com Austintown School District is one of 3,762 schools to receive
Canfield Community Briefs
CUMC to host caring for those with Dementia and Alzheimer’s event Canfield United Methodist Church
POLICE CALLS
Sept. 6 Warrant: Police arrested Jeffrey Maldonado, 23, of Garwood Drive, Canfield, on a warrant
MCCTC students tour Vallourec Star
Engineering students at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center had the unique opportunity
Adrienne Misko v Paul Nowoczynski
The Duquesne Club was the setting of the wedding and reception for Adrienne M. Misko and Paul J.
Board president receives honor
The Austintown Local School administration recently announced that its own School Board President,
BUMC hosts ham loaf sale
BUMC hosts ham loaf sale The Boardman United Methodist Church, located at 6809 Market Street, will
Inspiration comes to Fellows Riverside Gardens
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Fellows Riverside Gardens welcomed artist
Danielle Downie, Scott Johnson set to be married
Alex and Christine Downie of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Danielle
Poland church carnival brings families together
Poland United Methodist Church hosted a Family Funday Carnival on Sept. 17 for everyone to enjoy.
Vukovich-Koch engagement announced
Joe and Patti Koch of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their son, Joseph Koch Jr. of
STEM + ME2 hosts open house
In preparation for the start of the 2016-2017 school year, Valley STEM + ME2 Academy hosted two open
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
Mikoviches celebrate 66 years together
John Mikovich and Doris Napolitan Mikovich of Austintown celebrated their 66th anniversary on July 8
CVMS students are in the presence of greatness
Canfield Village Middle School students were standing in the presence of greatness on Aug. 30.
CVMS seventh-grade football is victorious over Struthers
The Canfield Village Middle School seventh-grade football team defeated Struthers 34-20 on Sept. 21
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.
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
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,
Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Support Group
Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Support Group If you or anyone you know is interested in
STEM stations make learning fun
The Austintown library is introducing a new station for the children to get involved with STEM activities.
Valley gets help to fight statewide drug epidemic
Editorial: Some state legislators in Columbus, including Senate Minority Leader Joe Schiavoni of Boardman,
What does your car know about you?
Associated Press DETROIT Your car knows more about you than you think. Newer cars that
Meet Alicia Machado
Opinion: By Fabiola Santiago Miami Herald He called her “Miss Piggy” and “Miss Eating Machine” because
States sue to block ceding control of internet system
Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas Three conservative states are suing the Obama administration in
MAHONING COUNTY INDICTMENTS
The Mahoning County grand jury indicted the following people Thursday: Frank Montalvo, 48, of Erie
TV/RADIO
TV/RADIO SFlbTOday 8:30 a.m. (GC) Golf: Ryder Cup. 10 a.m. (NBCSN) Auto racing: NASCAR Sprint
Pence’s puzzling visit to Leetonia
Opinion: The planning of the Republican vice-presidential nominee Mike Pence visit to Leetonia High School
Israel pays its respects to Peres
Associated Press JERUSALEM Thousands of Israelis flocked to parliament Thursday to view the
Carter: US will sharpen ‘military edge’ in Asia
Carter: US will sharpen ‘military edge’ in Asia SAN DIEGO Defense Secretary Ash Carter said
Analysis gives clearer picture of deadly violence in Chicago
Associated Press CHICAGO Chicago had 91 homicide victims in August, the deadliest month in the
High court to hear case on offensive trademarks
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court is taking up a First Amendment clash over the
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Poland Township trustees, 8 a.m., special meeting to discuss police personnel,
Overriding of veto draws rebuke from White House
Associated Press WASHINGTON The White House lashed out at Congress on Thursday, a day after
Lawmakers press Wells Fargo CEO for details
Associated Press WASHINGTON Angry lawmakers heaped another round of blistering criticism on
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Blood Moon Farm, 7 p.m. to midnight: The Canfield Fairgrounds
YEARS AGO
Today is Friday, Sept. 30, the 274th day of 2016. There are 92 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Firefighters hailed as heroes after shooting
Associated Press TOWNVILLE, S.C. When two volunteer firefighters rolled up to an elementary
‘Deepwater Horizon’ Thrilling, terrifying retelling of disaster
REVIEW ‘DEEPWATER HORIZON’ Grade: Three stars out of four Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Kurt Russell,
Peace in Colombia looms
Opinion: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Colombia continues to make its way toward the end of a bloody, now 52-year-
Trump goes after Clinton – Bill Clinton
Associated Press NEW YORK Donald Trump says he took the moral high ground at the first
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.
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Community Health reaches deal to sell 4 of its hospitals YOUNGSTOWN The parent company of
oddly enough
oddly enough Missouri students won’t be sanctioned for video about slaves FAUCETT, Mo. Some
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.
People report being chased by clowns in 2 Ohio cities
Associated Press GREENVILLE, Ohio Police say they’ve received reports of individuals dressed as
Divided America
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. This year’s presidential campaign has underscored an economic
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Ryan and Heather McMasters, Youngstown, boy, Sept. 28.