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TRUMBULL TORNADO | Tornado was an EF-1, weather service confirms
Pat Arnal, Fowler Township road superintendent, stands with two of his grandchildren, Colton and Kenley Kish, along his driveway off state Route 193 in Fowler ...
New scanner improves search for contraband
Sheriff Jerry Greene discusses a new full-body scanner at the Mahoning County jail. Greene said Thursday the scanner will help keep contraband out of the ...
Stories published August 18, 2017
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Final Fred Perry motorcycle run Sunday afternoon
The trip is a tradition that precedes a decades-spanning celebration of the life of father, grandfather and renowned motorcycle mechanic, Fred Perry.
Thursday's Trumbull County tornado was an EF-1
Officials with the National Weather Service say they have confirmed at least one tornado touchdown occurred Thursday night in Trumbull County.
MVSD responds to judges, but not completely
The filing apparently doesn’t provide some of the information the judges sought but gives a point-by-point response to other issues.
St.Vincent de Paul to start serving meals at new site Monday
Leaders of the St. Vincent de Paul Society are hopeful the new dining hall will serve regular clients and bring in new clients.
Tina McMahon facing drug, vandalism charges after incident with cops
A township woman faces numerous criminal charges of possession of dangerous drugs, possession of drugs, vandalism to property owned by a government entity and possession of drug paraphernalia after police were called to Afton Avenue Thursday in reference to her “going door-to-door asking for a ride,” according to a police report.
$200K bond set for child porn suspect
Bond was set at $200,000 Friday for a Campbell man facing child-pornography charges.
Profanity-laced video overrides mom, pastor's testimony for judge in Hunter case
His mother and pastor testified Friday that Brian Hunter has strong family ties and helps his family and his church, but they did not see a video played in federal court that Hunter made last June where he went on a profanity-laced rant against a woman he thought was accusing him of being an informant.
Math intervention or enrichment to set East, Chaney freshman on path to success
East and Chaney high schools will be providing double math and reading periods in school to set ninth-graders up for success.
1,000 bookbags for students in 4-county area
A joint partnership of Huntington Bank and The United Way has produced more than 1,000 bookbags for students in need throughout Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana and Mercer counties.
TRUMBULL TORNADO | Tornado was an EF-1, weather service confirms
Pat Arnal, Fowler Township road superintendent, stands with two of his grandchildren, Colton and Kenley Kish, along his driveway off state Route 193 in Fowler Township, where 11 of his trees came down in the storms that passed through Trumbull County Thursday night.
Former YSU football star Rivers out for the season
Former Youngstown State defensive end Derek Rivers will miss his rookie season with a knee injury.
Citing Trump remarks, entire president’s arts council quits
Citing Trump remarks, entire president’s arts council quits
Ex-Vanderbilt football player sentenced to 15 years in rape
Ex-Vanderbilt football player sentenced to 15 years in rape
Woman charged with endangering children and inducing panic after overdose
Woman charged with endangering children and inducing panic after overdose
TRUMP REACTIONS | Corker says criticism meant to influence
Corker says criticism meant to influence Trump
Campbell man arraigned on child-pornography charges
Campbell man arraigned on child-pornography charges
Cops: Mom burned son, put him on leash, locked him in cage
Cops: Mom burned son, put him on leash, locked him in cage
Boston mayor: Violence won’t be tolerated at weekend rally
Boston mayor: Violence won’t be tolerated at weekend rally
Tillerson condemns hate speech, says bigotry is un-American
Tillerson condemns hate speech, says bigotry is un-American
BARCELONA | One American killed, one was injured in terrorist attacks
BARCELONA | One American killed, one was injured in terrorist attacks
US stocks slide again as industrial companies and banks drop
US stocks slide again as industrial companies and banks drop
St. Vincent de Paul Society announces opening of new location
St. Vincent de Paul Society announces opening of new location
Fox’s James Murdoch slams Trump’s Charlottesville response
Fox’s James Murdoch slams Trump’s Charlottesville response
Austintown Pediatrics awards scholarships
Austintown Pediatrics awards scholarships AUSTINTOWN Nathan Hevener of Austintown and Kaitlin
CLUB CALENDAR
associations Guilford Lake Civic Association will have its annual covered dish picnic at 6 p.m.
BARCELONA | 5 suspects killed after 2nd terrorist attack in Spain
Police are working on the theory that the Cambrils and Barcelona attacks are connected, as well as a Wednesday night explosion in the town of Alcanar in which one person was killed. They said the Cambrils suspects carried bomb belts.
Pridon proves there’s no place like home with his longest drive
With two former champions, including defending champ Patsy Daltorio in the finals field, Canfield’s Jason Pridon knew that he would have to be at his very best if he expected to win Thursday’s Greatest Golfer Long Drive Championship.
Boy Scout troop had work done on Suburban involved in fatal crash, including tires
They also replaced the right rear tire about a month earlier because its tread had come loose from the rest of the tire. The tire did not deflate, which apparently prevented the Suburban from having a serious crash.
Youngstown man gets 27-year sentence for beating son
It took a jury only 40 minutes Tuesday to conclude Triplett did inflict beatings, fractures and whippings on a son he knew only for four months.
Twins stop Indians’ 6-game streak
Max Kepler made up for a fielding mistake in the top of the inning with the go-ahead home run in the bottom of the seventh, sending the Minnesota Twins to a 4-2 victory over Cleveland in the second game on Thursday night to salvage a doubleheader split with the Indians.
Tornado touches down in Trumbull County
For about 20 minutes in Trumbull County, it seemed like deja vu.
SPORTS DIGEST || Scrappers rained out against Batavia
The Mahoning Valley Scrappers and Batavia Muckdogs were rained out on Thursday night at Dwyer Stadium.
METRO DIGEST || $250 school vouchersd
Ohio utilities board signs off on rate hike COLUMBUS Ohio regulators have rejected appeals of an
Changes at Renea school of dance
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Lindsay Renea (Benton), founder and director of the Lindsay Renea Dance
YSU marching band plans two events
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University’s Marching Pride has scheduled two events to
‘Hitman’s Bodyguard’ is an action-packed escape Explosively fun
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer There’s not a whole lot that’s new about “The Hitman’s
‘Logan Lucky’ is sure to make you smile
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer “Logan Lucky” is an easy movie to like, but maybe not love. In
Youngstown board approves contract with city’s ranking police officers union
The contract includes no salary increase, but maintains employee health care contributions at 10 percent.
Politicians, advocates question Sen. Portman’s regulatory reform bill
Local advocates argue it could make it harder for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to fight the opioid crisis and for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to keep lead out of water.
Bill Johnson provides legislative update at event
U.S. Rep. Bill Johnson, a Republican from Marietta, discussed several issues with clients of Chemical Bank on Thursday.
Warren police charge four women in effort to curb prostition near downtown
Warren police charge four women in effort to curb prostition near downtown
New scanner improves search for contraband
Sheriff Jerry Greene discusses a new full-body scanner at the Mahoning County jail. Greene said Thursday the scanner will help keep contraband out of the jail.
Motorcycle run raises funds for dogs and cats
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Motorcyclists revved their engines on July 16
Kochert recognized by the Ohio Federation of Republican Women
The Canfield Republican Women’s Club recently announced that Nancy Kochert has been recognized by
Lemonade stand raises money for families in need
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children ages 3-10 years-old are learning what
Poland Historical Society plans fundraising bus trip
The Poland Historical Society has announced plans for a fundraiser bus trip to Cambridge, Ohio to
Local entertainment at Boardman Park
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Guests set up their seats as The Wrangler Band
Poland Sports Briefs
Varsity wins tourney The Poland boys varsity soccer team started the exhibition season after a
Canfield Community Briefs
Acupuncture happy hour Improve your physical and mental well-being by joining Ohio Naturopathic
Boardman Community Briefs
Acupuncture happy hour Improve your physical and mental well-being by joining Ohio Naturopathic
Former Boardman student receives athletic award
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Boardman alumnus, Ryan Bailey, was honored with
POLICE CALLS IN BOARDMAN
Aug. 3 Arrest: Authorities at Boardman Area Court on Market Street picked up Michael E. Baun, 32,
Boo Squad raises money for families in need
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children ages 3-10 years-old are learning what
Families gather at local park for night of fun
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Families and people of all ages went to Boardman
Maurie Testa, Scott Harmon plan fall nuptials
BOARDMAN Joan Testa of Boardman and Todd and Shari Harmon of Canfield are announcing the
Children learn lessons about agriculture at Sprout Club
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Fellows Riverside Gardens hosted its monthly
Library guests bond over needlework
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Members from the Youngstown Embroiderer’s
Gridiron Club grills up steak dinner
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Members of the Canfield Gridiron Club served as grill
Austintown Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants autumn sports news Autumn athletics have arrived and Neighbors wants to be there
Snake celebrates 20th birthday for fans
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The rat snake at Ford Nature Center celebrated
Austintown announces 2017-2018 policy for free and reduced-price meals
Austintown Local School District recently announced its 2017-2018 program year policy for free and
Boardman Sports Briefs
Neighbors Blitz to youth football Football season is on the horizon and Neighbors needs your help
Nicole Pavlichich, Patrick Gessler to wed Sept. 23
austintown Peter and Desa Pavlichich of Austintown and Susan Gessler, also of Austintown and Brian
Poland resident showcases academic talents
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Luke Martinucci, a Poland resident and student at
Children use lemonade stand to raise money for families in need
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children ages 3-10 years-old are learning what
Yurcics planning party, Mass for 50th anniversary
Gallatin, Tenn. George and Theresa Yurcic celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary June 24, with
Locals showcase special talents
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Purple Cat Productions hosted their first ever
Poland Community Briefs
Mahoning County 4-H royal court announced The 2017 Mahoning County 4-H Royal Court has recently
Children rewarded with ice cream at library event
The Poland library rewarded the children in the summer reading program with an Ice Cream Bash at the library on Aug. 8.
Austintown Community Briefs
Acupuncture happy hour Improve your physical and mental well-being by joining Ohio Naturopathic
Local people showcase special talents at first-ever show
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Purple Cat Productions hosted their first ever
Children Learn Yoga at Austintown Library
The Austintown library hosted a yoga lesson called Build a Better You! for children ages 2-5 on Aug 9.
Canfield Sports Briefs
Girls golf defeats Lakeview The girls golf team at Canfield claimed victory over Lakeview with a
Families experience Arabian Night tales
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Eight high school students visited five libraries
Lori Nestor | Ernest Ramsey
Boardman Lori Nestor and Ernest Ramsey were married May 10 at the Mahoning County Courthouse with
Thursday’s NFL Preseason Games
Eagles 20, Bills 16 PHILADELPHIA Of all the high-profile players making debuts in a new uniform,
Tested: Ohio State stacked with quality 5th-year players
Tested: Ohio State stacked with quality 5th-year players Fitch graduate Price among the leaders
Nobel winner shot for promoting education to study at Oxford
Nobel winner shot for promoting education to study at Oxford LONDON Nobel Peace Prize winner
Democratic aspirants for governor have chance to reach out to voters
Opinion: The Democratic candidates for governor will debate for the first time Sept. 12 in Martins Ferry, a
Three indicted in relation to West Side meth lab
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted 25 people Thursday
Starbucks founder questions US ‘moral fiber’
Associated Press SEATTLE Starbucks founder and chairman Howard Schultz says the events
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown:
TERROR IN SPAIN: AT LEAST 13 KILLED
Associated Press BARCELONA, Spain A van veered onto a promenade and barreled down the busy
Trump digs in, lashes out at allies
Associated Press BRIDGEWATER, N.J. With prominent Republicans openly questioning his competence
METRO DIGEST || Mosquitoes test positive for W. Nile
Mosquitoes test positive for W. Nile YOUNGSTOWN Mosquitoes from Mahoning County have tested
Tech companies banish extremists
It took bloodshed in Charlottesville to get tech companies to do what civil rights groups have been calling for for years: take a firmer stand against accounts used to promote hate and violence.
Grim subway reality: Corpses sometimes kept in break rooms
Associated Press NEW YORK It’s a largely overlooked but gory reality of the New York City subway
Why hate came to the progressive island of Charlottesville
Associated Press CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. The white nationalists behind last weekend’s violent rally
Officer who shot boy feared gunfight
Associated Press COLUMBUS The white Ohio police officer who fatally shot a black 13-year-old
Apple CEO pledges $2M to fight hate
SAN FRANCISCO Apple is donating $2 million to two human rights groups as part of CEO Tim Cook’s
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
2 years brewing AUSTINTOWN Paladin Brewing, located at 6520 Mahoning Ave., is celebrating its
Drugged driving rises as a menace
Associated Press COLUMBUS An SUV crashed after all four occupants overdosed on heroin in North
Founder of the 100+ Foundation honored
youngstown Founder of the 100+ Foundation, Anner Hardin, was honored at a ceremony Aug. 13 at
Robotics Camp offers STEM skills
The fourth annual Robotics Camp for fifth- through eighth-graders took place at Canfield High School on Aug. 7-11, with approximately 40 first-year, second-year and third-year students attending.
Can-do attitude fueling optimism for cool plant
Editorial: In October 2016, Mitchell Joseph, a Youngstown native and CEO of The Joseph Company International,
Oldest American celebrates 114th birthday in Pa.
Associated Press HUNTINGDON, Pa. The oldest known living person in the United States is
Nobody likes funerals
Opinion: By Gina Barreca The Hartford Courant “Just leave me on the A train,” said my father. “It’ll take
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Bradley J. Gonda, 37, of 4856 Pine Trace St.,
For some, chasing eclipses across the globe is ... A WAY OF LIFE
Associated Press WASHINGTON While Monday’s total solar eclipse in the U.S. will be a once-
HIGH SCHOOLS
HIGH SCHOOLS THURSDAY’S RESULTS BOYS GOLF STRUTHERS 191, CAMPBELL 201 STRUTHERS — Anthony
Williamses mark 60 years of marriage
Columbiana Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Williams of Columbiana celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-under 68 to tie
Emily Conroy | Nathaniel Forrider
Salem Emily Conroy and Nathaniel Forrider were united in marriage May 13 at The Barn and Gazebo,
AROUND THE HORN | Thursday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 5, Rays 3 TORONTO Justin Smoak hit a tiebreaking home run in the
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing The Church of Jesus Christ, 185 N. Canfield-Niles Road (state Route 46 and
GREATEST EVENTS
TOURNAMENT Schedule Mill Creek North, today: 8 a.m. Mill Creek South, today: 8 a.m. Tippecanoe
Future kindergartners visit Safety Village
Boardman’s PTA hosted the Safety Village event to teach kindergarten students safety information at Boardman Junior High School on Aug. 10.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Brier Hill Italian Fest, 4-11 p.m.: The old neighborhood will be