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Monday, July 31 (89 stories)
WRTA bus, SUV collide at Campbell-Youngstown border
WRTA bus, SUV collide at Campbell-Youngstown border
No winner tonight in Crickets Bar Queen of Hearts raffle
No winner tonight in Crickets Bar Queen of Hearts raffle
Appeals court: US citizen can't sue after 3-year detention
Appeals court: US citizen can't sue after 3-year detention
Woman says she had teen sexual relationship with Pete Rose
Woman says she had teen sexual relationship with Pete Rose
APNewsBreak: Study says films exclude women, Hispanics
APNewsBreak: Study says films exclude women, Hispanics
Queen of Hearts drawing at Crickets Bar draws hundreds
Queen of Hearts drawing at Crickets Bar draws hundreds
Hackers hit HBO, claim to release ‘Game of Thrones’ information
Hackers hit HBO, claim to release ‘Game of Thrones’ information
Jailbreak: Inmates used peanut butter to fool guard
Jailbreak: Inmates used peanut butter to fool guard
Cubs issue World Series championship ring to Bartman
Cubs issue World Series championship ring to Bartman
Nathan Brode named head football coach at Jackson-Milton
Nathan Brode is Jackson Milton's new football coach
Trump awards Medal of Honor to Army medic 48 years later
Trump awards Medal of Honor to Army medic 48 years later
Motorcyclist injured after crash this morning in Southington
Motorcyclist injured after crash this morning in Southington

McMenamy’s owner pleads guilty to worker’s compensation fraud
McMenamy’s pleads guilty to worker’s compensation fraud
Los Angeles reaches deal with Olympic leaders for 2028 Games
Los Angeles reaches deal with Olympic leaders for 2028 Games
UPDATE | Scaramucci out as WH communications director after 10 days
Scaramucci out as WH communications director
3-day Greater Youngstown Italian Festival begins Friday in downtown Youngstown
Greater Youngstown Italian Festival begins Friday
Brouhaha! NJ gov Christie confronts Cubs fan at Brewers game
Brouhaha! NJ gov Christie confronts Cubs fan at Brewers game
Decision on mascot names for East, Chaney due Wednesday
Decision on mascot names for East, Chaney due Wednesday
'No chaos,' Trump insists as he swears in new chief of staff
'No chaos,' Trump insists as he swears in new chief of staff
Cops plan to charge mother of toddler found alone in park
Cops plan to charge mother of toddler found alone in park
Don't try this: Thieves steal iPhones from moving truck
Don't try this: Thieves steal iPhones from moving truck
Prosecutor: Woman charged in freezer case may have taken on life of victim
Prosecutor: Woman charged in freezer case may have taken on life of victim
Award-winning French actress Jeanne Moreau dies at 89
Award-winning French actress Jeanne Moreau dies at 89
Citizens coalition formed to help provide input on Youngstown schools
Citizens coalition formed to help provide input on Youngstown schools
Uber plans to issue its own credit card with Barclays
Uber plans to issue its own credit card with Barclays
Kenya election official tortured, killed days before vote
Kenya election official tortured, killed days before vote
Ohioans in 19 counties to again have insurance option
Ohioans in 19 counties to again have insurance option
Ribbon cut to herald opening of North Side low-income housing facility
Ribbon cut to herald opening of North Side low-income housing facility
Sam Shepard, Pulitzer-winning playwright, is dead at 73
Sam Shepard, Pulitzer-winning playwright, is dead at 73
Energy secretary delays Ohio visit to former uranium plant
Energy secretary delays Ohio visit to former uranium plant
Mohip announces creation of citizens coalition to provide input on schools
Mohip announces creation of citizens coalition to provide input on schools
US set to hit Venezuela with new sanctions after election
US set to hit Venezuela with new sanctions after election
Shkreli jury begins deliberations in federal fraud trial
Shkreli jury begins deliberations in federal fraud trial

Greatest Golfer: All players, all scores 2010-present
Greatest Golfer: All players, all scores 2010-present
'Fast cash' puts Youngstown man on fast track to jail
'Fast cash' puts Youngstown man on fast track to jail
Pair faces gun charges after YPD responds to fight call
Pair faces gun charges after YPD responds to fight call
Youngstown man faces drug charges after traffic stop
Youngstown man faces drug charges after traffic stop
2 12-year-old girls bitten by shark at South Carolina beach
2 12-year-old girls bitten by shark at South Carolina beach
Man who was stabbed gets stitched but won't snitch
Man who was stabbed gets stitched but won't snitch
Company snaps up 10 Coke bottling franchises in Pennsylvania
Company snaps up 10 Coke bottling franchises in Pennsylvania
Markets Right Now: Cable companies and banks boost stocks
Markets Right Now: Cable companies and banks boost stocks
YPD revives Columbiana pair after weekend overdoses
YPD revives Columbiana pair after weekend overdoses
WORTH A LOOK
DANCES Boardman United Methodist Church, 6809 Market St., will host a dance class at 5 p.m. every

2 nabbed after body found in Campbell freezer
Suspects face abuse-of-corpse charges; autopsy on victim planned
Gregg Allman bared soul in final album
By JEFF KAROUB Associated Press DETROIT Only a tight circle of family and friends knew Gregg
Trailblazing former Youngstown cop joins Campbell’s police department
When Delphine Baldwin-Casey first joined the Youngstown Police Department in 1978, she used to pray that she could fade into the background during roll call at the start of every shift.
Filmmaker Kathryn Bigelow revisits 1967 riots ‘Detroit’ is still burning
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK Kathryn Bigelow hasn’t forgotten the out-of-body
METRO DIGEST | Man stabbed in Niles; Possible drowning in Warren
Woman charged in stabbing in Niles NILES An argument between a man and a woman in the 500 block

YPD softball game pits rookies against veteran police officers
Youngstown police aims to build camaraderie by bringing back annual softball game

Third-generation Girard firefighter retires
His retirement ends 85 years of continual service by his family.
Ex-NASA agent fears gold lunar module will be melted down
Associated Press CLEVELAND Whoever broke into an Ohio museum late Friday and stole a solid-gold
YEARS AGO FOR JULY 29
Today is Saturday, July 29, the 210th day of 2017. There are 155 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
YEARS AGO FOR JULY 31
Today is Monday, July 31, the 212th day of 2017. There are 153 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
US must pull 755 out of Russia
Associated Press MOSCOW Russian President Vladimir Putin said Sunday the United States would
YSU eyes another run at fcs title Penguins hoping to do one better
By BRIAN DZENIS bdzenis@vindy.com The Youngstown State football team didn’t reach the top of the
Sights, sounds of Old World culture energize ethnic pride in Youngstown
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Lamb, paprikash, Serbian goulash and
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Niles Civil Service Commission, 4:35 p.m., city building, conference room A, 34 W.
Trump travel ban keeps orphan children from US foster families
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Tianna Rooney has already bought the poster board for the sign
Ohio State Fair officials say rides to reopen after fatal accident
Associated Press COLUMBUS Officials say rides shut down at the Ohio State Fair after a thrill
‘Values’ are relative when you’re rooting for your political team
Opinion: By Mary C. CURTIS CQ-Roll Call In his wary optimism after the U.S. Senate voted to proceed with
In Venezuela, a voter-turnout dispute
Associated Press CARACAS, VENEZUELA Venezuelans stayed away from the polls in massive numbers
USW, Goodyear reach tentative contract
USW, Goodyear reach tentative contract fayetteville, n.c. The United Steelworkers and Goodyear
‘Dunkirk’ conquers ‘Emoji’ at box office
‘Dunkirk’ conquers ‘Emoji’ at box office LOS ANGELES “The Emoji Movie” survived negative reviews
mixed martial arts Jones regains UFC title belt
Associated Press ANAHEIM, Calif. Jon Jones reached the pinnacle of mixed martial arts and then
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
Leave Sessions alone
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service The way many of his political enemies go after President
Researchers create warning system for toxic algae in lakes
By JOHN SEEWER Associated Press TOLEDO Satellites in space and a robot under Lake Erie’s
The remains were sent to the Cuyahoga County Coroner’s for autopsy to determine cause of death and identity
By William K. Alcorn alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A man and a woman, both of Youngstown, are
Sandlot roundup | Sunday’s results
SOFTBALL JUNIOR LEAGUE WORLD SERIES Poland 11, Layritz 0 KIRKLAND, WASH. Poland’s KaiLi
King Jr. matches father with second victory
King Jr. matches father with second victory HARTFORD Sharon Speedway was completed a “Steel
Deadly crashes spur calls for tractor-trailer guards
Associated Press ALBANY, N.Y. Fifty years after actress Jayne Mansfield died in a Buick that
After North’s 2nd test, US bombers fly over S. Korea
Associated Press SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA The United States flew two supersonic bombers over the
Scrappers take division lead with victory
Sunday was a day of rest for many, but for the Mahoning Valley Scrappers, it was a typical work day
around the horn | Sunday’s other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Orioles 10, Rangers 6 ARLINGTON, Texas Adrian Beltre doubled for his 3,000th
Pass health bill now or else, White House tells Senate
Associated Press WASHINGTON The White House stepped up demands Sunday for revived con-
NE Ohio park gets $1.5M from feds
Associated Press AKRON Officials say Cuyahoga Valley National Park in northeast Ohio is
swimming Dressel ties Phelps’ record with 7th gold
Associated Press BUDAPEST, Hungary Michael Phelps, you’ve got company. Caeleb Dressel won his
Child advocates urge back-seat alarms as 2 die
Associated Press A proposed law that would require carmakers to build alarms for back seats is
Don’t mess with RITA in Niles recovery plan
Editorial: It’s been nearly three long years now since Ohio Auditor Dave Yost declared the city of Niles in the
Sunday, July 30 (76 stories)
Body found in Campbell freezer; 2 suspects arrested
Police said they believe the woman died in Youngstown, and her body was transported to Campbell
Ban marijuana edibles that have appeal to kids, Ohio panel recommends
Marijuana products should be available legally in Ohio in September 2018
Goodyear strike averted as workers, company OK new contract
The five-year agreement covers 7,000 workers at five plants, including one in Akron
New Ohio budget allocates $5M for parents with disabled children
Some had hoped legislators would fill the 'crisis fund' with $30,000,000
Sgt. Baldwin-Casey reaches new milestone as first black woman on Campbell PD
She is a veteran of the Youngstown PD, having begun working there in 1978
It's time to revive probe of Hillary, Obama administration officials, some in GOP argue
A greater focus must be placed on potential wrongdoing by Democrats, they say
'Dunkirk' outlasts competition to remain in first place at box office this weekend
'The Emoji Movie' came in second place
Putin gives the boot to 755 in US embassies in Russia
The ousters are part of new sanctions by Russia in response to new US sanctions approved last week
Emmanuel Center will distribute supplies
Emmanuel Center will distribute supplies girard The Emmanuel Community Care Center, 2 N. State
SENIOR CITIZENS
Freetimers Monthly Breakfast will be held at 9 a.m. Tuesday at Davidson’s on Route 62 in
Senior menu
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave. will offer the following opportunities: Monday,
GARDEN CLUBS
TUESDAY Ikebana Youngstown will meet for the club picnic. Hostess, place and time will be
The love of the game keeps them playing
On several occasions, 52-year-old Cedric Hawkins threw the ball to get opposing runners out at first base in a manner that suggested he still has plenty of skills and much acumen.
GM Lordstown’s Cruze wins top safety, performance awards
The Cruze received a 5-Star safety rating, the best available, jumping from 18th to fifth in initial quality.
Milton Dam centennial to be observed
The 100th anniversary of the Lake Milton dam will be observed in an Aug. 5 ceremony.
Scrapper hitters come up short
Unfortunately, the Scrappers didn’t exactly knock the cover off the ball on Saturday
Anticipation builds for Queen of Hearts drawing at Crickets bar
Jackpot reaches more than $200,0000.
Youngstown library class teaches kids to program computer
Computer-literate young people learned the basics of computer coding, or programming, during an intense, but fun, hands-on, hour-long class Saturday at the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County.
Embattled Browns owner preaches patience
Jimmy Haslam acknowledged last season’s 1-15 record was “harder than we thought.”
Youngstown Pride Festival marks 9th year
Maj. Stephen Snyder-Hill likely will never forget the day in September 2011 during a Republican presidential debate when he became a civil-rights activist after having posed a controversial question to then-2012 presidential hopeful Rick Santorum.
Al Gore on environment and ‘Inconvenient Sequel’
By JOHN CARUCCI Associated Press NEW YORK Al Gore admits he was frustrated upon hearing the
METRO DIGEST || Pedestrian hit in Howland
Pedestrian hit HOWLAND A 70-year-old Burghill woman was seriously injured while walking across
A guide for when addiction hits home
The McDonald native was an executive for an Internet services company in Atlanta just a few years ago.
Palermo is new artistic director of BWR
Rachael K. Palermo has been hired as the artistic director of Ballet Western Reserve, filling a position that had been vacant for more than a year.

Experts doubt Trump can deliver lost jobs
April 29, 1982, marked the end of the era of smelting iron ore to make steel in Youngstown with the demolition of U.S. Steel’s Ohio Works blast furnaces. But on Tuesday, Donald Trump urged Valley residents not to sell their homes, vowing that he is 'going to get those jobs coming back, and we’re going to fill up those factories or rip them down and build brand new ones.'
Ohio voters need objective analysis of drug-cost issue
Editorial: In November, Ohio voters will decide if state government agencies should be able to buy prescription
Poland Junior Women’s Club installs officers, presents scholarships
Poland Junior Women’s Club installs officers, presents scholarships
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS
Kondaur Capital Corp. Series 2015-1 to Otonial Ortiz, Hamrock Drive, Campbell, $19,100. Janet M.
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
$55 for two people to see a movie? That’s just a start
Opinion: By Terri Akman The Philadelphia Inquirer A Wonder Woman fan as a kid, I couldn’t wait to see the
Dems need a ‘decent’ Trump*
Opinion: (*The political phenomenon, not the individual) While the keyword in the headline is “decent,” the
N. Korea’s 2nd ICBM test augurs a new normal
Associated Press For all its bluster and over-the-top propaganda, North Korea often does just what
A look at what didn’t happen last week
Associated Press A roundup of some of the most popular, but completely untrue, headlines of the
Does anyone still need cable?
New streaming services can deliver your favorite TV shows for a lot less money than cable, and many
Businesses, cities cash in on total solar eclipse crowds LOOKING BRIGHT
By ADRIAN SAINZ Associated Press BARTLETT, Tenn. Millions of eyes will be fixed on the sky
In Dallas, EY opens center for advanced cybersecurity
PRNewswire DALLAS EY announced that it will soon open an advanced, multimillion-dollar
Prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the United
Prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the United
Stopping suicidal thoughts with ketamine
Q. Is ketamine infusion safe for the elderly? My son’s mother-in-law (age 69) has been diagnosed
Recent columns show de Souza’s detachment
Opinion: Recent columns show de Souza’s detachment In his column on June 11, 2017, titled “Why did Trump
Why you still can’t ditch your cable box
By TALI ARBEL AP Business Writer NEW YORK Not that long ago, the clunky cable box looked like
SMARTS wins first annual Digital Boost contest
BOARDMAN A digital advertising agency based in Boardman, iSynergy, has announced that SMARTS
Record set for earliest Northwest Passage transit
Record set for earliest Northwest Passage transit NUUK, Greenland After 24 days at sea and a
Diabetes Partnership presents scholarships
Boardman The Diabetes Partnership of the Mahoning Valley presented its Jean Ryder Scholarship
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Tianna Ingram and Gregory Day, Youngstown, boy, July 28.
golf calendar | Upcoming events and outings
JULY Monday — Canfield High School boys golf team boosters four-man scramble at Tippecanoe Country
Trump: Repeal and replace or end the health payments
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened to end required
Tourism in Newark? 50 years after riots, city says it’s time A COMEBACK STORY
By Beth J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor NEWARK, N.J. Tourism in Newark? You might not think of it
in the cup!
in the cup! Holes-in-one Rich Berryman aced the 140-yard No. 4 at Valley Golf Club on July 26.
Author Perkins writes engaging true story
Author Perkins writes engaging true story YOUNGSTOWN Local resident Karen Perkins has written
Tomlin: Steelers’ young defense is finally all grown up
Mike Tomlin’s word choice was specific. That way, nothing would get lost in translation.
Spieth’s rally at Augusta one for ages
What a week for golf. I didn’t plan on talking about another national golf story this week, but
area golf scores
area golf scores bedford trails GOLF COURSE Lady Players — Low gross: Sherry Giovanni 45. Low
Green Gene – changing lots and lives
Opinion: There are two things about Gene Shonce that Sharon Letson of Youngstown CityScape can guarantee when
YEARS AGO FOR JULY 30
Today is Sunday, July 30, the 211th day of 2017. There are 154 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Balloons launched in girl’s memory
Associated Press LAKE MILTON The family of a young girl slain nearly 25 years ago in Ohio took
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Dressel takes 3 gold medals in one night
Caeleb Dressel knows the comparisons to Michael Phelps are coming.
LADIES SCOTTISH OPEN
LADIES SCOTTISH OPEN Webb, Kim share lead at Dundonald Links IRVINE, Scotland Hall of Famer
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Lowellville school board, 4:30 p.m., buildings and grounds committee, school
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Home readiness YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority will have a financial
Trumbull County Historical Society hosts Clayton Ruminski
Staff report WARREN The Trumbull County Historical Society will host historian Clayton Ruminski
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
HIRED Upstate Shredding-Ben Weitsman of New Castle, Pa., recently announced the hiring of George
Saturday, July 29 (63 stories)
Desert Storm vet tells Youngstown Pride Fest attendees when, why he became activist
Maj. Stephen Snyder-Hill likely will never forget the day in September 2011 during a Republican presidential debate when he became a civil-rights activist after having posed a controversial question to then-2012 presidential hopeful Rick Santorum.
Youngstown library class teaches kids how to program computers
Computer-literate young people learned the basics of computer coding, or programming, during an intense, but fun, hands-on, hour-long class Saturday at the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County.
Taylor goes 4 for 4 with 5 RBIs in Scrappers’ rout
Samad Taylor provided all the offense the Scrappers needed.
Youngstown mayor urges Trump to reverse transgender military ban
‘Every qualified and able-bodied transgender individual should be allowed to serve,’ the mayor wrote.
It’s World Series time again for Poland girls
Poland is making a second straight trip to the tournament in Kirkland, Wash.
Meranto takes superintendent position
Hunter included in his email that Meranto was, in fact, interviewed by the board, however, Meranto said he merely had a conversation with the board, not an official interview
Multi-Tiered Support System to help Youngstown students
“We realize for some of those students, getting that extra assistance has been very helpful. However, if they don’t have a disability, they should be back in general population,” a county education consultant said.
Assion steps down as Jackson-Milton’s football coach
Jackson-Milton’s football coach resigned from his post with the regular season less than a month away
Warren man enjoys helping his downtown neighborhood look nice
“There’s a lot of elderly people who need help,” he said. “They have a lot of pride in their places, but they just can’t get out and do it. It’s more fun for me than making money.”
Scrappers to announce design winner Monday
Scrappers to announce design winner Monday boardman The Mahoning Valley Scrappers players will

Kids meet beloved author Rosemary Wells at Stambaugh Auditorium
The author and illustrator behind Max & Ruby came to Youngstown to celebrate area children’s reading achievements.
Ramirez, Brantley, Santana homer as Tribe routs Sox
Jose Ramirez had four hits, including a homer, Carlos Santana and Michael Brantley also homered.
Film recaptures the fear that gripped New Yorkers 40 years ago ‘Son of Sam’ summer
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK Geraldo Rivera dates the low point in modern New
Connor wants to be another rookie running back
There were no tears when James Conner arrived at Saint Vincent College
Judge in Howland murder case OKs motion
Hamad’s new attorneys cited different case law to bolster their argument.
Mom sentenced for overdose of her children seeks early release from prison
A young mother convicted of two counts of felony child endangering after her children, age 21 months and 9 months, had to be revived with the overdose drug naloxone Feb. 2, 2016, is asking to be released early from prison.
Bond set for man charged in YSU groping incident
Dorian Warner, 25, who gave addresses for homeless shelters in Youngstown and Cleveland, was arraigned Friday
Despite following rules, asked to leave
Rich Curtician of Greenville, Pa., an instructor at The Canine Campus’ service animal training class The Together Journey in Hubbard, offers his service dog Mitch a treat. Curtician picked Mitch out of a litter of Labrador retrievers the day he was born and put him into the class at 9 weeks old. A service animal is allowed to be with their handler in any public space frequented by people.
Hundreds savor Serbian culture at annual Youngstown festival
Patrons at the 85th annual Serbian Day picnic and festival at Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church on Youngstown's West Side enjoy the music of Orkestar Braco. The picnic took place Sunday. PHOTO BY NIKOS FRAZIER
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
BryceAUCTION expands reach YOUNGSTOWN ByceAUCTION has expanded into Columbus with the addition
What do you say to your Scout?
Opinion: By Heidi Stevens Chicago Tribune Now that President Donald Trump has had his fun with the Boy
Trump may go on a pardon-fest
Opinion: By Jonathan Bernstein Bloomberg View Donald Trump – who seemed to be trying to intimidate the
How is Trump doing?
Opinion: By Bart Chilton Tribune News Service Now that we’re six months into the presidency of Donald
Tireless investigation needed to prevent repeat of ride tragedy
Editorial: Ohio Gov. John R. Kasich did not mince words in his description of this week’s deadly ride accident
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jerry L. Hunt, 63, of 207 Boardman Blvd., Boardman,
POLICE CALLS IN GIRARD, LIBERTY, HUBBARD
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Hubbard and Liberty:
Vacation blackout hits North Carolina islands
Associated Press A man-made power outage – not an approaching hurricane – forced 10,000 tourists
Man not allowed to have a gun racks up fourth gun arrest in three years
Is out on bond for weapons charge
Consumer spending continues to fuel growth
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. economy revved up this spring after a weak start to the
PUCO recommends surcharges to help Youngstown Thermal
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio’s staff has recommended surcharges for Youngstown Thermal customers that the board of commissions will review on Wednesday
George Clooney threatens prosecution over pics of twins
George Clooney threatens prosecution over pics of twins George Clooney says photographers who
washington Trump ousts Priebus as chief of staff
Associated Press WASHINGTON His White House in turmoil, President Donald Trump abruptly
Doctors would report opioid diagnosis codes under deal
Doctors would report opioid diagnosis codes under deal COLUMBUS Ohio doctors have reached a
Coroner IDs man found in minivan
Coroner IDs man found in minivan WARREN The Trumbull County coroner has identified the man found
S. Korea to deploy US strategic military assets
Associated Press PYONGYANG, North Korea South Korea says it will deploy strategic U.S. military
State fair reopens kiddie, other low-impact rides
Associated Press COLUMBUS Rides at the Ohio State Fair’s Kiddieland and some elsewhere in the
FirstEnergy releases second-quarter earnings
FirstEnergy Corp. reported second-quarter 2017 earnings of $174 million on revenue of $3.3 billion.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Christopher and Elizabeth Miller, Canfield, boy, July 27.
Right to protest is inviolate
Opinion: Lima News: The discussion about “buffer zones” outside abortion clinics has nothing to do about the
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: TBA NBC’s “Meet
GOP blame game begins after health bill crash
Associated Press WASHINGTON The resounding Senate crash of the seven-year Republican drive to
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Disco Inferno, 5:30 p.m.: It will be fun times when this ’70s disco
House moves to extend Veterans Choice program
Associated Press WASHINGTON The House overwhelmingly approved a $3.9 billion emergency spending
record reviews
record reviews Arcade Fire Album: “Everything Now” Grade: A Arcade Fire are darkly happy-go-
sandlot roundup | Friday’s games
BASEBALL COLT 15-U EAST ZONE CHAMPIONSHIP Knightline 13, Greensboro White 8 Knightline 11,
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Schedule
Redeemer Lutheran Church: 9 a.m. to noon, Wednesday through Friday. Wednesday and Thursday will take
METRO DIGEST || Warren woman killed in crash
Woman killed WARREN A 20-year-old Warren woman was killed in a crash on state Route 5 in Paris
Friday, July 28 (132 stories)
Youngstown mayor urges Trump to reverse trans ban
Mayor John A. McNally is urging President Donald Trump to reverse his declared ban on transgender service personnel serving in the U.S. military.
Meranto named superintendent of Youngstown schools
The city school district’s CEO has removed the interim superintendent title from Joseph Meranto.
Youngstown schools training teachers to ID special education needs
A new support system is being put in place to catch students before they fall behind in Youngstown City Schools.
Woman asked to leave Walmart, despite following service dog rules
“No Pets Allowed” is common signage found outside businesses, but not all domesticated animals are pets. Some are service animals.
Retired Navy vet uses free time to help neighbors
Mike Packman is a 67-year-old retired Navy veteran of the Vietnam War who enjoys being able to help people.
Trump appears to advocate rough police treatment of suspects
Trump appears to advocate rough police treatment of suspects
Western nations decry Iran space launch; US levies sanctions
Western nations decry Iran space launch; US levies sanctions
Austintown Fitch band donates old uniforms to Mich. school
Austintown Fitch band donates old uniforms to Mich. school
Family of teen killed in Ohio State Fair incident files lawsuit
Family of teen killed in Ohio State Fair incident files lawsuit
British baby Charlie Gard at center of legal battle dies
British baby Charlie Gard at center of legal battle dies
Bond set at $5K for man charged with groping woman at YSU
Bond set at $5K for man charged with groping woman at YSU
1 dead, 6 wounded after knife attack at German supermarket
1 dead, 6 wounded after knife attack at German supermarket
FDA to target addictive levels of nicotine in cigarettes
FDA to target addictive levels of nicotine in cigarettes
California shark attack survivor recalls fighting off beast
California shark attack survivor recalls fighting off beast
Browns rookie QB Kizer looking ready in camp competition
Browns rookie QB Kizer looking ready in camp competition
Ohio State Fair reopening kiddie, other "low-impact" rides
Ohio State Fair reopening kiddie, other "low-impact" rides
Portion of Brookfield road to be renamed for woman killed in Vietnam
Portion of Brookfield road to be renamed for woman killed in Vietnam
Daily lane restrictions begin Monday on I-76 over Lake Milton, I-80 over Meander Reservoir
Daily lane restrictions begin Monday on I-76 over Lake Milton, I-80 over Meander Reservoir
Ohio doctors would report opioid diagnosis codes under deal
Ohio doctors would report opioid diagnosis codes under deal
Retired priest facing charge of touching teen 14 years ago
Retired priest facing charge of touching teen 14 years ago
D.L. Menard, Cajun music ambassador, is dead at 85
D.L. Menard, Cajun music ambassador, is dead at 85
GOP blame-game begins after Senate sinks health care drive
GOP blame-game begins after Senate sinks health care drive
Man sentenced to 25 years in Tennessee officer shooting
Man sentenced to 25 years in Tennessee officer shooting
Scaramucci tirades ignite smoldering White House tensions
Scaramucci tirades ignite smoldering White House tensions
Youngstown mayor urges the president to reverse his declared ban on transgenders serving in the military
Youngstown mayor urges the president to reverse his declared ban on transgenders serving in the military
Trooper who forged dead judge’s signature gets over 4 years
Trooper who forged dead judge’s signature gets over 4 years
Markets Right Now: Stocks start lower as retailers drop
Markets Right Now: Stocks start lower as retailers drop
Driver in deadly school bus crash faces 21 more charges
Driver in deadly school bus crash faces 21 more charges
2 Ohio women charged for alleged murder try with opioids
2 Ohio women charged for alleged murder try with opioids
CLUB CALENDAR
CLASSES Chaney High School Class of 1948 will meet at 1 p.m. Aug. 8 at Denny’s in Austintown.
Fire department hosts car seat safety check
Fire department hosts car seat safety check WARREN Safe Kids Mahoning Valley will be conducting
Senate rejects 'skinny repeal' of Obamacare, dealing hard blow to Trump agenda
Dealing a serious blow to President Donald Trump’s agenda, the Senate early Friday rejected a measure to repeal parts of former President Barack Obama’s health care law after a night of high suspense in the U.S. Capitol.
Browns’ No. 1 pick Garrett impressive
Myles Garrett’s dominance on consecutive snaps was among the biggest highlights Thursday.
Treatment phase nears for teen convicted in dad's death
A few times since Jonathan Meadows Sr., 41, was shot to death a year ago, a Trumbull County assistant prosecutor, has mentioned how members of the Meadows family never alleged he was abusive toward his children.
Youngstown council OKs management deals for Covelli, amphitheater
Council also approved a contract with its 80-member water employee union and agreed to seek proposals to replace the 79-year-old irrigation system at Henry Stambaugh Municipal Golf along Gypsy Lane.
Bell a no-show as Steelers report for camp
The Pro Bowler has yet to sign the franchise tender that will pay him more than $12 million this season.
Mohip connects with community through mascots
The CEO says he continues to look at ways to bring back a sense of community to the school district
Plesac, bullpen help Scrappers win pitchers’ duel
Ernie Clement and Jesse Berardi each had an RBI single for the Scrappers.
St. Vincent DePaul Society's new dining hall opens next month
The dining hall will be in the fellowship hall at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Church.
SPORTS DIGEST || Locals win openers in Colt 15-U tournament
Locals win openers in Colt 15-U tournament STRUTHERS Creekside and Baird Brothers easily won
Children Services seeks levy replacement amid increasing need for services
Children are the ‘invisible victims’ of the opioid crisis, director says
Bauer gives Tribe bullpen break as streak hits 7
The Indians are finally starting to look like the defending AL champions.
OSU eager to forget 2016 finale
The significant flaws in the Buckeyes’ passing game and offensive play-calling were laid bare.
Spielberg opens up for HBO special
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. Steven Spielberg isn’t afraid to
Geo C and tha Storm in YWCA benefit
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Geo C and tha Storm will perform a benefit concert for the YWCA of
Theron heats up the Cold War in ‘Atomic Blonde’
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer People don’t usually move very fast in Cold War thrillers. Mostly,
Latest Niles fiscal recovery plan approved despite concerns
One commission member voted against the plan.
Judges ask MVSD for more documentation before reimbursement hearing
The two judges of jurisdiction over the Mahoning Valley Sanitary District have scheduled a 1:30 p.m. Aug. 29 hearing regarding the $5 million
Lifelong South Sider delights in Trump's VIP treatment
“I’m a big Second Amendment guy, I’m very pro-life, I’m conservative,” DiFabio said. “And you know that’s how this whole Valley was. We were always Democrats, but we still cared about the sanctity of life and family values. We went to church. I thought we were losing that.”
Mom ODs while taking kids for haircuts
Tells police she knows she’ll be arrested, but kids not in her custody
Specialized second summer school for Youngstown third-graders
The second summer-school session is for third-graders who either failed the assessment required to meet the Third-Grade Reading Guarantee during the previous summer school session, or did not attend the first session.
Penn National reports second-quarter earnings
Penn National owns and operates the Austintown racino.
Boardman police find illicit drugs during 224 traffic stop
Boardman man charged with drug trafficking

Purple Cat farm adds peacocks and beehives
People line up near Purple Cat farm's new beehives Thursday to hear about the first year's honey yields. Purple Cat offered the public a look at its new apiary and peacock aviary with an open house at the farm, known as Farmer Casey's Ranch, located at 4738 McCartney Road in Coitsville.
Trump gets rousing reception from supporters in the Valley
Opinion: The reception at Youngstown’s Covelli Centre for President Donald Trump was overwhelming. The
YEARS AGO FOR JULY 28
Today is Friday, July 28, the 209th day of 2017. There are 156 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Teens have 30 minutes to escape library
Teens had 30 minutes to solve riddles and try to escape the children’s room at the Poland library on July 18.
Children get close up with exotic animals
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Austintown library got a special visit
Family Fridays encourage fun and learning
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Fellows Riverside Gardens hosts a Family Fun
Piccolo palooza attempt to break world record
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Hundreds of guests brought blankets and lawn
Hilltop crowns Mills spelling champ
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Twelve Hilltop Elementary School fourth-grade students put
Hilltopper earns honorable mention in design contest
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School fourth-grade student Karley Gerst
Canfield Soccer Club kicks off season
The Canfield Soccer Club kicked off and celebrated the start of its recreational season at its annual Players Clinic on June 16.
Ursuline Sisters celebrate 50th anniversaries of two in August
The Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown will celebrate the golden jubilees of Sisters - Therese Ann Rich
Actors bring theater to library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theater brought
Huberman retires after distinguished career
June 30 marked the end of a distinguished 30-year judicial career when Attorney Mark Huberman
Ponies gallop to Boardman library
Children spent the afternoon at the Boardman library riding ponies, making crafts and listening to stories on July 19.
Children have a super experience at the library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Captain Underpants surprised children at the
Children get close with exotic animals
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Austintown library got a special visit
Children get close to exotic animals
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Austintown library got a special visit from
Piccolo palooza tries to break world record
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Hundreds of guests brought blankets and lawn
Libraries promote family fun
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning Valley is working to build a better community with Family Game Nights at the libraries.
Wizards begin training at Hogwarts Summer School
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children practiced magic at the Hogwarts Summer
Poland Sports Briefs
Try out for Poland Pride fastpitch The Poland Pride fastpitch softball will be hosting tryouts for
Athletic passes open for purchase
In an effort to try to save students and family members money, the Austintown Athletic Department is
April Ruse and Patrick McKee set August date
youngstown Debbie Ruse is announcing the engagement of her daughter, April Ruse, to Patrick McKee.
Austintown Community Briefs
Bike run to be Aug. 6 The “Love to the Rescue” Bike Run will take place on Aug. 6 at Biketown
Valots celebrate 65th anniversary at Welshfield Inn
Newton Falls Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Valot, Newton Falls, will celebrate their 65th wedding
Austintown Sports Briefs
Neighbors Blitz to feature middle school football and younger Football season is on the horizon
Canfield Community Briefs
Canfield Lions offer fish dinners The Canfield Lions will offer a fish dinner will be on Aug. 4.
Actors bring theater to the library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theater brought
Sixth-graders compete in Field Day
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Sixth-grade students at Canfield Village Middle School
POLICE BLOTTER
July 13 Aggravated menacing: A worker for a California Avenue business alleged a former employee
Kimber Haug, Joseph Catullo Jr. to marry Aug. 5
Boardman Robert and Lynn Haug, Boardman, are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Kimber
Canfield Sports Briefs
Reserve seats on sale Canfield football season reserved seat ticket packages are now on sale for
Dinner party marks Senns’ 50th anniversary
Austintown Robert and Anna May Senn of Austintown were honored for their 50th anniversary at a
Carol Pitcairn | Edgar Castaneda
Ellsworth Crossroads Community Baptist Church, Ann Arbor, Mich., was the setting of the April 22
Poland Community Briefs
Mill Creek Chapter of ABWA to meet on Aug. 8 The Mill Creek Chapter of ABWA (American Business
Boardman Community Briefs
Alumni Association selects recipients of the 2017 Distinguished Alumni Award The Officers and
The Gries mark 50 years of marriage June 3
Youngstown Edward and Katherine Gries of Youngstown celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary June
Intensify probe to trace source of pot in Fusions
Editorial: Since its launch in 2006, the mid-size Fusion sedan has consistently ranked among the Ford Motor
METRO DIGEST || Outages in Austintown
Austintown outages AUSTINTOWN FirstEnergy crews were working late Thursday to restore power to
Police find potent sedative disguised as OxyContin
Associated Press CLEVELAND Officials in Northeast Ohio are issuing a warning after detecting a
Clashes, tensions flare at sacred site in Jerusalem
Clashes, tensions flare at sacred site in Jerusalem JERUSALEM Violence returned Thursday to a
Morris adds Gold Cup to NCAA, MLS titles
The former star at nearby Stanford scored a tiebreaking goal in the 88th minute.
Scaramucci lobs grenades in already chaotic White House
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s new communications director exploded the
PRO GOLF ROUNDUP | Thursday’s events
CANADIAN OPEN OAKVILLE, ONTARIO Matt Kuchar fought dizzy spells in the first round of the RBC
Austintown and Lowellville residents indicted on fatal drug overdoses
Kyle Christy and Kelsey Armeni are in the Mahoning County jail on a manslaughter charge
Inside the ropes WITH …
Inside the ropes WITH … Jason Kokrak Thursday: Birdies were hard to come by for the Warren JFK
Pride Youngstown parade, festival
Pride Youngstown parade, festival YOUNGSTOWN The Pride Youngstown parade and festival is set
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Cortland Bancorp reports net income CORTLAND Cortland Bancorp, the holding company for Cortland
Republicans strain for modest ‘skinny’ redo of ‘Obamacare’
Associated Press WASHINGTON Buoyed by a signal from House Speaker Paul Ryan, Senate Majority
Sessions not stepping down unless asked
Associated Press SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador His loyalty to the boss severely tested but
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., corner of Fruit Street, Youngstown,
Thrill ride OK’d hours before deadly Ohio State Fair accident
Associated Press COLUMBUS Inspectors repeatedly looked over a thrill ride while it was
Driver killed in crash after air-bag inflator ruptures
Associated Press DETROIT A Florida driver has died in a crash near Tampa that involved an
House GOP passes $788B bill for Pentagon, border wall
Associated Press WASHINGTON The House passed a $788 billion spending bill Thursday that
Not an order
Associated Press WASHINGTON Unmoved by President Donald Trump’s proclamation-by-Twitter, top
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Party on the Plaza, 7 p.m.: The Labra Brothers will take the stage
US indexes fall off record highs
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stock indexes pulled back from their record highs Thursday after
US weekly requests for jobless aid up 10K
Associated Press WASHINGTON More Americans applied for jobless aid last week, though the
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Purple Cat farm adds feathers and flight
The Purple Cat farm is abuzz and a-flutter with some new additions.
East's Golden Bear drew big support tonight
Youngstown City Schools CEO Krish Mohip saw one of the biggest turnouts during his leadership of the district as more than 100 people filed into East High School cafeteria to discuss assigning new mascots to schools.
To this lifelong Valley Dem, Hillary equaled Jeb Bush, but Trump 'talked like me'
When the voice on the other end of the phone said the president of the United States wanted to meet him, Geno DiFabio, a 54-year-old lifelong resident of the South Side, was skeptical.
'I don't care,' mom tells Youngstown cops about taking her kids after she overdoses
A woman being treated for an overdose Wednesday outside a West Side barbershop, where she took two children to get haircuts, told police she knew they were going to arrest her for child endangering.
MVSD judges set Aug.29 hearing about reimbursements
The two judges of jurisdiction over the Mahoning Valley Sanitary District have scheduled a 1:30 p.m. Aug. 29 hearing regarding the $5 million reimbursement of surplus funds to Youngstown, Niles and McDonald approved last month by the MVSD board.
Boardman cops seize slew of drugs in traffic stop near Shops at Boardman Park
A traffic stop on U.S. Route 224 resulted in township police finding a slew of illicit drugs, according to a police report.
Youngstown 3rd-graders getting more specialized training in 2nd summer session
Youngstown City School students are getting a more specialized education in a second session of summer school.
Niles commission approves 7th version of fiscal recovery plan
The Niles Fiscal Oversight Commission approved the city’s seventh fiscal recovery plan despite concerns raised by two of the commission’s members, including John Davis, who voted against it.
Youngstown council approves agreements for Covelli, amphitheater, water union, muni golf course
By a 5-2 vote, city council approved contract extensions with JAC Management LLC to handle the day-to-day operations and food-and-beverage sales at the Covelli Centre and to do the same at the proposed downtown amphitheater.
7th time a charm: Niles fiscal commission approves city recovery plan
7th time a charm: Niles fiscal commission approves city recovery plan
Boy Scout leader apologizes for Trump's political rhetoric
Boy Scout leader apologizes for Trump's political rhetoric
Man indicted in deaths of 9 people in 2 Ohio fires
Man indicted in deaths of 9 people in 2 Ohio fires
Liberty voters to see renewal police and EMS levy on fall ballot
Liberty voters to see renewal of police and EMS levy on fall ballot
Fox spends bucks to poke fun at The New York Times
Fox spends bucks to poke fun at The New York Times
UK judge OKs plan for ill baby Charlie to go to a hospice
UK judge OKs plan for ill baby Charlie to go to a hospice
GOP seeks support for narrow version of "Obamacare" repeal
GOP seeks support for narrow version of "Obamacare" repeal
Buckeyes eager to rid themselves of last season's bad taste
Buckeyes eager to rid themselves of last season's bad taste
June Foray, voice of Rocky the Flying Squirrel, dies at 99
June Foray, voice of Rocky the Flying Squirrel, dies at 99
Austintown man indicted for suspected role in drug-overdose death
Austintown man indicted for suspected role in drug-overdose death
Scaramucci lobs grenades in already chaotic White House
Scaramucci lobs grenades in already chaotic White House
Suspected LSD found during Boardman traffic stop and arrest
Suspected LSD found during Boardman traffic stop and arrest
State patrol identifies victims from State Fair accident
State patrol identifies victims from State Fair accident
Woman charged with inducing panic after motel room overdose
Woman charged with inducing panic after motel room overdose
Mahoning voters will see Children Services levy renewal on fall ballot
Mahoning voters will see Children Services levy renewal on fall ballot
Report: Overdosed mom with two kids doesn't care when arrested on child endangering
Report: Overdosed mom with two kids doesn't care when arrested on child endangering
Markets Right Now: Earnings drive more stock gains
Markets Right Now: Earnings drive more stock gains
YSU's Abraham seeks chancellor post at Purdue U Fort Wayne
YSU's Abraham seeks chancellor post at Purdue U Fort Wayne

Ohio, California close ’Fire Ball’ ride after fatal accident
Ohio, California close ’Fire Ball’ ride after fatal accident
Police: Fired coach left children at home with dead dog
Police: Fired coach left children at home with dead dog
Tickets and Sponsorships still available for Summer Garden Party
youngstown Sponsorships are still available for Friday’s Summer Garden Party at Fellows Riverside
Guilford Lake group will meet tonight
Gilford Lake group will meet tonight Guilford Lake The Guilford Lake Civic Association will meet
No immediate speed camera use changes planned locally after high court ruling
Mahoning Valley communities say they have no immediate plans to change their use of speed cameras, despite an Ohio Supreme Court ruling that grants broader authority to local governments to use the devices.
Pelini, Penguins comfortable together
The Penguins are coming off a 12-4 campaign that ended with a loss in the FCS title game.
Dr. Yurich to serve 10 days in jail
Boat crash victim’s widow said she hopes her husband’s death haunts the Poland surgeon
YSL championship Saturday at Poland Swim Club
More than 5,000 are expected to take in the annual event.
Fitch choir having benefit show for Carnegie Hall performance
How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Ask the Fitch Concert Choir
Cavaliers execs deny chaos
Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert spent more than 30 minutes presenting a positive portrait of his franchise.
New tennis court, amphitheater dedicated in Beaver Township park
The first concert in the new venue was Wednesday evening.
Browns lineman isn’t worried — yet — about memory loss
Browns Pro Bowl tackle Joe Thomas isn’t overreacting despite some recent spells with memory loss.
Youngstown BOE makes recommendations for district superintendent
Youngstown Board of Education has recommended Andre Cowling, executive director of New Leaders for New Schools of Baltimore, as district superintendent.
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU softball players named scholar athletes
YSU softball players named scholar athletes YOUNGSTOWN Ten Youngstown State softball players
Red Phoenix film festival adds to Sharon’s art scene
Staff report SHARON, PA. The second annual Red Phoenix Underground Film Festival will take place
WWE summer tour at Covelli Centre
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN One WWE hall of famer visited Covelli Centre

‘A Different Corner’ McClellan in cabaret show of jazz standards
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Valley-based actor-singer James McClellan and Pittsburgh-based pianist
Former Austintown coach convicted of possessing child porn appeals sentence
Sentences should be concurrent, not consecutive, attorney argues
Youngstown man gets two life sentences for raping his daughters
A judge sentencing a man to consecutive life terms after he was convicted on 20 counts of rape said he would not fail in his job as the defendant failed in his.
Austintown prepares for National Night Out
Austintown will celebrate National Night Out at Township Park on Tuesday
Arrested after OD
Arrested after OD BOARDMAN A township man faces a criminal charge after a drug overdose he
METRO DIGEST || Aggravated-theft case
Aggravated-theft case BOARDMAN An aggravated-theft case in which a Youngstown woman is alleged
Planning, coordination for Trump rally touted
Officers from the Youngstown Police Department patrol the grounds of the Covelli Centre ahead of President Donald Trump’s rally Tuesday night. Law-enforcement authorities agreed the planning for the president’s visit went well.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS dancers “Miracle on Easy Street,SDRq at Easy Street Productions, 865 Mahoning Ave.,
Rock, jazz bands raise money for shelter
Staff report BOARDMAN Music with a Mission, a music festival that will raise money to help the
A new downtown bar will tap in to the pour-your-own concept
When the whistle blows, it will be time to wet your whistle at a new drinking establishment coming
Pop artist to lead Butler kids class
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN New York pop artist and author Michael Albert will come to the Butler
Serbian festival set for Sunday
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The 85th annual Serbian Day Picnic will take place Sunday from 11:30
SANDLOT ROUNDUP Area baseball and softball results, schedules
BASEBALL COLT EAST ZONE REGIONAL Greensboro Green 15, Youngstown Knightline 4 GREENSBORO, N.C.
Associated Press
Associated Press COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Latest on a deadly ride malfunction on the first day of
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Mall income up BOARDMAN Washington Prime Group, operator of Southern Park Mall, reported net
around the horn Wednesday’s other MLB games
NATIONAL LEAGUE Giants 2, Pirates 1 SAN FRANCISCO Brandon Belt doubled in the go-ahead run in
7 defectors bring defeat for repeal of ‘Obamacare’
Associated Press WASHINGTON After seven years of emphatic campaign promises, Senate Republicans
nfl news and notes
CHARGERS LA trades pick for Cardale Jones COSTA MESA, CALIF. The Los Angeles Chargers have
Trump: Bar all transgender troops from US military
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump abruptly declared a ban Wednesday on
Farmers reports second-quarter earnings
Canfield-based Farmers National Banc Corp. saw a year-over-year increase in its second-quarter earnings.
Browns’ top draft pick healthy, ready for camp
he Cleveland Browns already have their first win: Myles Garrett is ready for training camp
VALLEY GROWS CALENDAR
Garden Art: Alcohol Ink Tiles When: Monday, 1-3 p.m. What: Join our experts to make decorative
Mantua man charged with trying to run brother off road in Newton Township
Mantua man charged with trying to run brother off road in Newton Township
Youngstown man faces several charges after foot chase in Austintown
Austintown police used a stun gun several times to subdue the suspect
Vallourec reports earnings
Vallourec Star and VAM USA’s parent company, Vallourec in France, reported positive second quarter results on Wednesday
Salem Historical Society celebrates 70 years
salem The Salem Historical Society is celebrating its 70th anniversary Saturday. On July 29, 1947,
Ford’s 2Q profit better than expected
Associated Press DEARBORN, Mich. Ford Motor Co. had a better-than-expected second quarter
Amazon plans to hire thousands in one day
Associated Press NEW YORK Amazon plans to make thousands of job offers in just one day as it
Boy Scouts of America National Jamboree is under way
Mount Hope, W.Va. Camp Stambaugh in Canfield was the setting for a group of 39 Boy Scout members
Allegiant posts 58th-consecutive profitable quarter
Allegiant is the only commercial airliner operation at Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport
‘Zeke’ shuns reporters as Cowboys open training camp
Ezekiel Elliott stopped for a few moments to greet military personnel and pose for a few pictures on the opening day of training camp.
E-cigarettes might help smokers quit
Associated Press People who used e-cigarettes were more likely to kick the habit than those who
Choo Choo Soul II
Choo Choo Soul II The Lollyhoo Kids Music Festival, featuring Disney Junior’s Choo Choo Soul with
Child killer put to death in first Ohio execution in 3 years
Associated Press LUCASVILLE A child killer was put to death with no apparent complications
YEARS AGO FOR JULY 27
Today is Thursday, July 27, the 208th day of 2017. There are 157 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
TRUMBULL COUNTY Coroner’s office updates status of several cases
Staff report WARREN The Trumbull County Coroner’s Office on Wednesday updated the status of
‘Elf Jr.’ at Dublin Grange
‘Elf Jr.’ at Dublin Grange Clark Hergenrother and Maddie Trell star in Dublin Grange Theatre’s
Trumbull grand jury gets drug-trafficking case
A Youngstown man is charged with drug and gun charges
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Atomic Blonde (R) An undercover MI6 agent is sent to Berlin during the Cold War to
Wildfires force evacuation of 12,000 in French Riviera towns
Associated Press BORMES-LES-MIMOSAS, France Backed by planes dropping water and fire retardant,
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.
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Burning bush?
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“Zoo” (10 p.m., CBS): Things get crazier by the week on “Zoo.” Tonight,
“Zoo” (10 p.m., CBS): Things get crazier by the week on “Zoo.” Tonight, Jamie manipulates Mitch
Grapes turning to raisins?
Grapes turning to raisins? Black rot has infested your grape crop. You’ll need to clean up all
Growing great vegetables, try planting garlic
By Bob Eister OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer If you want to chase away pesky monsters or
On the futures of many wings Our future flies
By Susan McMann OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer Without the pollinators, we wouldn’t have
Poisoned by touching mushroom?
Q. My wife and I were in our backyard recently when I saw a good-sized mushroom. I bent down to
Tickets, sponsorships still available for Fellows Garden Party
Tickets, sponsorships still available for Fellows Garden Party
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
US faces a constitutional crisis if Trump fires Robert Mueller
Opinion: President Trump has openly declared war on Robert Mueller, the special counsel investigating the
Trump’s visit to the Valley nothing more than a show
Editorial: What was the purpose of President Donald J. Trump’s visit to the Mahoning Valley on Tuesday evening?
We can save our planet
Opinion: By George Ball The Philadelphia Inquirer Renowned theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking has said
George Ball: Stephen Hawking is wrong about our potential to save our planet
Opinion: George Ball: Stephen Hawking is wrong about our potential to save our planet (PHOTO) By George
Stocks edge higher
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stock indexes inched further into record territory Wednesday
Struthers Mayor got snippet of face-time with president
The mayor made a brief pitch to Trump on local issues.
Zimmer powers Indians to sixth win in a row
Bradley Zimmer is batting .281 since being called up May 16. He’s 9 for 22 in the last six games.
US, Brazil probe sect accused of abuse, trafficking
US, Brazil probe sect accused of abuse, trafficking Ten former members of the Word of Faith
Ride accident at state fair kills at least 1
Associated Press COLUMBUS A swinging and spinning amusement park ride called the Fire Ball
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UPDATE: 1 dead, 7 injured in Fire Ball ride malfunction at state fair; all rides shut down
A swinging and spinning amusement park ride called the Fire Ball broke apart on the opening day of the Ohio State Fair today, hurling people through the air, killing at least one and injuring seven others.
Youngstown school board recommends new superintendent
Youngstown Board of Education has recommended Andre Cowling, executive director of New Leaders for New Schools of Baltimore, as district superintendent.
Wife of man killed in boating hit-and-run speaks at Dr. Yurich sentencing
In the time after her husband died, Jennie Cuppett said she drove home struggling to see the road through tears and contemplated driving into oncoming traffic.
President's visit offered security lessons for next time
The overall assessment by those who made Donald Trump’s visit Tuesday to both Struthers AMVETS and the Covelli Centre safe for the president and public is that pre-planning and agencies’ coordination on the ground worked well, but some lessons were learned for the next big event.
Ohio Supreme Court strikes down traffic cam restrictions
Mahoning Valley communities say they have no immediate plans to change their use of speed cameras, despite an Ohio Supreme Court ruling that grants broader authority to local governments to use the devices.
Fitch choir wins international contest to perform at Carnegie
Fitch High School Concert Choir submitted a successful audition for the chance to perform under Grammy Award-winning composer Eric Whitacre at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
7th District hears appeal of sentence in child porn conviction against former Austintown coach
The Ohio 7th District Court of Appeals heard arguments Wednesday in the case of Rex Bosley, a former Austintown Middle School girls’ basketball coach who was convicted on 15 counts of possessing child pornography last year.
UPDATE | Trump announces $10 billion Foxconn plant in Wisconsin
Trump announces $10 billion Foxconn plant in Wisconsin
Jury: Michael Jackson estate owes Quincy Jones $9.4 million
Jury: Michael Jackson estate owes Quincy Jones $9.4 million
Angelina Jolie reveals Bell's palsy diagnosis in Vanity Fair
Angelina Jolie reveals Bell's palsy diagnosis in Vanity Fair
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Cavs owner won't confirm Irving wants to be traded
Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert is refusing to confirm that Kyrie Irving has demanded a trade.
Jewish Film Festival to host “Bagels Over Berlin” Thursday night at JCC
Jewish Film Festival to host “Bagels Over Berlin” Thursday night at JCC
Iowa group sues United over death of giant rabbit, Simon
Iowa group sues United over death of giant rabbit, Simon
Boardman man charged with assaulting two police officers
Boardman man charged with assaulting two police officers
Police seeking ID of driver who hit Struthers cop during Trump speech
Police seeking ID of driver who hit Struthers cop during Trump speech
California teen charged in fatal crash recorded on Instagram
California teen charged in fatal crash recorded on Instagram
Invitation: President Trump to announce Foxconn plant in Wisconsin
Invitation: President Trump to announce Foxconn plant in Wisconsin
Sheriff: Man shot by law enforcement officers in Ohio dies
Sheriff: Man shot by law enforcement officers in Ohio dies
Stunner in Budapest: Ledecky loses for 1st time at worlds
Stunner in Budapest: Ledecky loses for 1st time at worlds
Hyundai Motor's profit halved to lowest level since 2010
Hyundai Motor's profit halved to lowest level since 2010
Outcry grows over Virginia Tech’s plan to honor Michael Vick
Outcry grows over Virginia Tech’s plan to honor Michael Vick
Scalise discharged from hospital, beginning rehabilitation
Scalise discharged from hospital, beginning rehabilitation
Driver in serious condition after being shot on Ohio highway
Driver in serious condition after being shot on Ohio highway
Pennsylvania Senate to seek way to fund state budget
Pennsylvania Senate to seek way to fund state budget
2-year-old hospitalized after suspected opioid overdose
2-year-old hospitalized after suspected opioid overdose
Ohio puts child killer to death in 1st execution in 3 years
Ohio puts child killer to death in 1st execution in 3 years
Brain disease seen in most football players in large report
Brain disease seen in most football players in large report
High court strikes down Ohio traffic camera restrictions
Ohio's high court strikes down traffic camera restrictions
Markets Right Now: Stocks open higher on Wall Street
Markets Right Now: Stocks open higher on Wall Street
Ohio execution of condemned man set; 1st in over 3 years
Ohio execution of condemned man set; 1st in over 3 years
Two fires call crews to vacant Ravenwood Avenue house
Two fires call crews to vacant Ravenwood Avenue house
Canfield I.O.O.F Lodge 155 awards scholarship to Targove
Canfield I.O.O.F Lodge 155 awards scholarship to Targove
Mercer Rotary Club is one tree closer to yearly goal
Mercer Rotary Club is one tree closer to yearly goal
Salem park hosts program about reptiles
Salem park hosts program about reptiles SALEM Waterworth Memorial Park will host its “Go Wild
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
FRIDAY Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church, 53 Laird Ave., Youngstown, will serve fish dinners
Vet who killed himself at Warren VA clinic had severe PTSD, wife says
Wife of veteran who shot himself to death in Warren VA clinic says he had severe PTSD
Speakers gush about benefits of second Lordstown power plant, some voice concerns
Speakers gush about benefits of second Lordstown power plant, some voice concerns
Youngstown Knightline opens Colt East Zone tournament tonight
Tom Otto’s Youngstown Knightline franchise went 4-1 in winning the recent regional tournament.
Study: CTE evident in many former players
The research included athletes in the National Football League, college and even high school.
Ursuline adds computer science to advanced placement curriculum
Ursuline High School added a new class to its Advanced Placement Program for the 2017-18 school year
SPORTS DIGEST || Salem’s Strader wins Senior Olympics medals
Randy Strader, of Salem, took first place in the shot put and second place in discus at the Northeast Ohio Senior Olympics, at Girard High School.
Youngstown school board reject hiring more counsel
The tumultuous Youngstown City Schools Board of Education failed to pass a resolution to hire additional legal counsel with a 3-3 vote
Officials set to police sideline antics
Watch your step, Jim Harbaugh. The rest of you Big Ten coaches, too.
Meyer has his Bucks clicking
After five seasons in Columbus, Meyer has the Buckeyes running as smoothly as any business enterprise in the land.
Another conviction in Girard court overturned by appeals court
For the second time in a month, the 11th District Court of Appeals has overturned a conviction in Girard Municipal Court.
SANDLOT ROUNDUP
SANDLOT ROUNDUP Area baseball, softball LITTLE LEAGUE JUNIOR LEAGUE SOFTBALL CENTRAL REGION
Former MVP Rose seeks title with Cavs
Derrick Rose’s goal is to win an NBA championship. He’s a little closer to one.
Digital marketing conference nears
DOYO Live, Youngstown’s digital marketing and interactive design conference, is back for year two.
Valley's unemployment rate up in June
Local unemployment in the Mahoning Valley increased slightly in June to 6.6 percent, up from 6.2 percent reported in July 2016.
METRO DIGEST || Body found at truck stop in Austintown
Body found at truck stop in Austintown AUSTINTOWN A San Diego man’s body was found in the cab of
Manafort meets with Senate investigators
President Donald Trump’s former campaign chairman met with Senate investigators Tuesday, providing his recollection of a Trump Tower meeting with a Russian lawyer and agreeing to turn over contemporaneous notes of the gathering last year, according to people familiar with the closed-door interview.
Trump rubs shoulders, lauds veterans during Struthers stop
President honors Robert Bishop, Pearl Harbor survivor
Protesters make presence known inside and outside
By JOE GORMAN and GRAIG GRAZIOSI news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN As 7,000 supporters of President
REPORTERS' NOTEBOOK || Less Trump tweeting
Less Trump tweeting Frank Micchia of Canfield said he supports President Donald Trump but
Colorful crowds gather to see the president in downtown Youngstown
Colorful crowds gather to see the president in downtown Youngstown

Trump persists in campaign mode in Valley visit
President Donald J. Trump leaves the Covelli Centre with his wife, Melania, after speaking to a packed house Tuesday night in Youngstown.
Snacking smarter with dairy treats
Family Features Americans are snacking more and more these days, with the average person consuming
Ohio case illustrates what ails US immigration policy
Editorial: An Ohioan's deportation last week epitomizes what's wrong with this nation's dysfunctional immigration policy.
YEARS AGO FOR JULY 26
Today is Wednesday, July 26, the 207th day of 2017. There are 158 days left in the year.
Paying a high price
Opinion: By John M. CRISP Tribune News Service Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick
Porking out with your money
Opinion: Citizens Against Government Waste (CAGW), a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization working to eliminate
Harbaugh must place 17 starters, but some Wolverines poised to break out
After starting last season with nine straight wins, UM staggered home by losing three of its last four.
Disabled will fight for health care
Opinion: By Mike Ervin Tribune News Service What a delight it was to wake up the other day and find that
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Brownlee Woods Neighborhood Association, 6 p.m., social and refreshments,
Rescue remembered
By CHIP MINEMYER The (Johnstown) Tribune-Democrat SOMERSET, Pa. Mark Schweiker said a single
Police arrest two Monday for various crimes
One man led cops on a chase with a 2-year-old child in his car
Ledecky wins third gold at swim worlds
Katie Ledecky captured the 1,500-meter freestyle by more than half the length of the pool on Tuesday.
Boardman schools hires new treasurer after six-month search
Candidate with government auditing experience hired as Boardman schools treasurer
General Motors reports 2nd-quarter earnings
General Motors reported a slight drop in earnings during the second quarter, but the Detroit automaker’s profits still beat expectations
Vatican official to face court on sex charges
Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia The most senior Vatican official ever charged in the
3 arraigned in death of Youngstown man
3 arraigned in death of Youngstown man YOUNGSTOWN Three men accused of killing a man earlier
Driver of truck crammed with immigrants had license issues
Associated Press A long-haul truck driver arrested for driving a tractor-trailer so hot and so
State approves funds for medical marijuana tracking
Associated Press COLUMBUS Regulators of the state’s budding medical marijuana industry have
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Pig Iron Press YOUNGSTOWN Pig Iron Press Inc. recently announced it is still in operation as a
around the horn Tuesday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Royals 3, Tigers 1 DETROIT Whit Merrifield homered on the first pitch of the
Senate opens Obamacare debate but outcome in doubt
Associated Press WASHINGTON Prodded by President Donald Trump, a bitterly divided Senate voted
Judge halts pipeline work in eastern Pennsylvania
Associated Press WEST CHESTER, Pa. An administrative law judge has temporarily halted work on
Man appears in Girard court on DUI charges
Michael Harris of Warren also is charged with improper handling of a firearm
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
Enjoy family moments while cooking up dinner
Family Features Take advantage of slower summer schedules and warmer weather by rounding up the
The top five albums on the iTunes official music chart for the most recent one-week measuring
The top five albums on the iTunes official music chart for the most recent one-week measuring
Stuck without a dessert to make? Strawberry fool to the rescue
By Leah Eskin Chicago Tribune (TNS) Bananas are berries. This dire news comes direct from the
Make breakfast time anytime
Family Features Give your meals a wake-up call because breakfast is no longer just for mornings.

All aboard: Railroad-themed Emerald Diner reopens in Hubbard
On May 3, the Emerald Diner was reopened and ready to serve the hungry people of Hubbard, and whoever else passes through town.
Court upholds death sentence
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s Supreme Court has upheld the death sentence of a man convicted
Tuesday, July 25 (86 stories)
UPDATE: Senate rejects GOP health care overhaul tonight 57-43
The Senate has blocked a wide-ranging proposal by Republicans to repeal much of former President Barack Obama’s health care law and replace it with a more restrictive plan.
Youngstown school board rejects move to hire more lawyers
The tumultuous Youngstown Board of Education failed to pass a resolution to hire additional legal counsel with a 3-3 vote.
Youngstown self-chilling can plant ahead of schedule, developer says
Construction of the chill-can plant on the East Side is ahead of schedule, the developer said Tuesday.
Ursuline adds computer science to AP offerings
Ursuline High School added a new class to its Advanced Placement Program for the 2017-18 school year.
Speakers assure public 2nd power plant offers many benefits to Lordstown
Many of the 23 speakers at a public hearing Tuesday night at the high school added layer upon layer of public benefit to be realized by the construction of a second Clean Energy Future power plant in the Lordstown Industrial Park.
11th District overturns another conviction from Girard court
For the second time in a month, the 11th District Court of Appeals has overturned a conviction in Girard Municipal Court.
Condemning tribal politics, McCain exhorts Senators to work together on health reform
The maverick stood with his party on Tuesday, casting a crucial vote in the Republican drive to repeal "Obamacare." But then, like an angry prophet, Sen. John McCain spoke to all: "Whether or not we are of the same party, we are not the president's subordinates," he said. "We are his equal!"
Justice Dept. rules intensify crackdown on sanctuary cities
Justice Dept. rules intensify crackdown on sanctuary cities
TRUMP LIVE | An unstoppable, faithful and well-armed America
After a full day — it's Covelli Centre's time for Trump
School-age Scouts get political tirade from Trump at Jamboree
Parents, former Scouts and others were furious after Trump railed against his enemies, promoted his political agenda and underlined his insistence on loyalty before an audience of tens of thousands of school-age Scouts in West Virginia on Monday night.
Trump message chief willing to 'fire everybody' for leaking
Trump message chief willing to 'fire everybody' for leaking
Trump cranks up heat on Sessions, says "time will tell" fate
Trump cranks up heat on Sessions, says "time will tell" fate
House overwhelmingly approves more sanctions against Russia, limits Trump's response
The Republican-led House has decisively approved legislation that hits Russia with additional financial sanctions.
Trump, Lebanese leader pledge solidarity against terrorism
Trump, Lebanese leader pledge solidarity against terrorism
By a hair, Senate votes to debate GOP health care bill
By a hair, Senate votes to debate GOP health care bill
Barbara Sinatra, Frank's 4th wife and widow, dies at 90
Barbara Sinatra, Frank's 4th wife and widow, dies at 90
Ohio approves funds for medical marijuana tracking system
Ohio approves funds for medical marijuana tracking system
US Navy fires warning shots near Iran ship in Persian Gulf
US Navy fires warning shots near Iran ship in Persian Gulf
Man arraigned after Liberty police say he crashed car while driving drunk
Man arraigned after Liberty police say he crashed car while driving drunk
Youngstown man set to appear in Girard court Wednesday on firearm, drug charges
Youngstown man set to appear in Girard court Wednesday on firearm, drug charges
Markets Right Now: Solid earnings drive US stocks higher
Markets Right Now: Solid earnings drive US stocks higher
AP sources: Trump speaks to advisers about firing Sessions
AP sources: Trump speaks to advisers about firing Sessions
Waterworth Memorial Park in Salem hosts “Go Wild in the Park”
Waterworth Memorial Park in Salem hosts “Go Wild in the Park”
Youngstown police investigating South Side robbery
Youngstown police investigating South Side robbery
Woman arrested on drug charges after South Side fight
Woman arrested on drug charges after South Side fight
Brain disease seen in most football players in large report
Brain disease seen in most football players in large report
Boardman woman, 74, victimized in jury-duty scam
The scam has been reported in other areas of the United States
Two Boardman police officers injured in attack on Sylvia Lane
The suspect reportedly paced Sylvia Lane "screaming about Jesus"
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch Class of 1965 will celebrate a 70th birthday party for the group at the Saxon Club
Nominations sought for 25 Under 35
Nominations sought for 25 Under 35 warren Mahoning Valley Young Professionals is calling for
Indians go above .500 at home, beat Reds
After four shaky months, the Cleveland Indians may be finally hitting their stride
Trustees cite more than 30 nuisance properties
Monday’s meeting dealt with nuisance properties and upcoming public events.
First Pet position remains unfilled
Associated Press WASHINGTON Politically ambitious pups and kittens: Put your resumes aside.
Police investigating death of person inside burned out car in remote part of Warren
Police investigating death of person inside burned out car in remote part of Warren
Five public art projects funded by a $100,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to Youngstown State University
Five public art projects funded by a $100,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to Youngstown State University
Sen. Sherrod Brown speaks in Warren in advance of president’s visit
Sen. Sherrod Brown speaks in Warren in advance of president’s visit
West Middlesex runner has lofty goal
Walter Novosel hopes to cover 135 miles to increase awareness for MS research
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority honors students, installs officers
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority honors students, installs officers
Delta Sigma Theta wraps up 2017 with reception
WARREN Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. recently hosted a scholarship reception and installation of
Trump’s visit to the Valley has us hoping for the best
Editorial: Platitudes don’t put food on the table, which is why we’re hoping for a speech of substance from
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1236.690.07 Aqua America, .71
More abuse for victims of violence
Opinion: By Jane K. STOEVER Los Angeles Times When Elena attempted to break up with her abusive
GOP women get revenge for snub
Opinion: By Ann Friedman Los Angeles Times It’was a bad week for male separatists. In Washington, D.C.,
Fakers within the GOP
Opinion: By Michael Reagan Cagle Cartoons OK, Republicans of the Senate, we get it. You’ve proved again
around the horn
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Hikers rescued from trees after another flash flood
Associated Press A helicopter rescued hikers clinging to tree branches and perched on boulders as
Apparent suicide by veteran inside Warren VA clinic ‘tragic situation,’ VA says
Apparent suicide by veteran inside Warren VA clinic ‘tragic situation,’ VA says
Burton Street residents complain about Warren police questioning men later charged with drug offenses
Burton Street residents complain about Warren police questioning men later charged with drug offenses
Kushner to Senate: No Russia collusion and ‘nothing to hide’
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s son-in-law and adviser Jared Kushner
Group formed to preserve Poland playground
The group hopes to raise $50,000 to maintain and improve the playground
School board votes to hire treasurer
School board votes to hire treasurer BOARDMAN The Boardman school board voted unanimously Monday
Immigrants wept, pleaded for water in truck
Associated Press SAN ANTONIO The tractor-trailer was pitch-black inside, crammed with 90
Daltrey visits teen cancer patients
Daltrey visits teen cancer patients CLEVELAND Hall of Fame rocker Roger Daltrey is raising
Parents drop legal fight for ill baby, agree to let him die
Associated Press LONDON The parents of Charlie Gard, whose battle to get their critically ill
Highway patrol: 2 dead, 6 hurt in S. Dakota crash
Associated Press ALCESTER, S.D. Two people were killed and six others hurt when an 81-year-old
Yurich sentencing set for Wednesday
Yurich sentencing set for Wednesday YOUNGSTOWN The sentencing of Dr. Joseph Yurich has been
Hillside Rehabilitation receives a Gold Seal
Hillside Rehabilitation receives a Gold Seal HOWLAND Hillside Rehabilitation Hospital received
A possible side effect of beer: headaches
Q. I have suffered from regular severe debilitating headaches for a few years. They don’t respond to
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Ian and Briana Sanford, Masury, boy, July 23. Shaquale
Mahoning County jail deputy investigated for use of force at jail
Zachary Pasko was suspended earlier for two weeks for getting in a bar fight last year.
Exercise, anger may trigger heart attack Beware of extremes
By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer If you’re angry or upset, you might want to simmer
Flooding in West Virginia, Kentucky kills 1; 2 missing
Associated Press WHEELING, W.VA. Heavy rains that pounded parts of West Virginia and Kentucky
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Brookfield school board, 6 p.m., school auditorium, 614 Bedford Road SE.
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v The Revivalists: Tonight on
Trump says health vote is GOP’s chance to keep vow
Associated Press WASHINGTON A peeved President Donald Trump browbeat Republican opponents of his
YEARS AGO FOR JULY 25
Today is Tuesday, July 25, the 206th day of 2017. There are 159 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
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Boardman man dies in tractor-trailer accident in Fowler
Boardman man dies in tractor-trailer accident in Fowler
VA officials: Apparent suicide at Warren VA clinic 'a tragic situation'
VA officials: Apparent suicide at Warren VA clinic 'a tragic situation'
Santana homers twice as Indians beat Reds
Carlos Santana homered twice and the Indians beat the Reds
Trump planning stop Tuesday in Struthers before Covelli Centre rally
Trump planning stop in Struthers before Covelli Center rally
Trump says upcoming health vote is GOP's chance to keep vow
Trump says upcoming health vote is GOP's chance to keep vow
Burr-Hamilton? Angry lawmaker singles out 'female senators'
Burr-Hamilton? Angry lawmaker singles out 'female senators'
Man charged after threatening Boardman police officer
Man charged after threatening Boardman police officer
Promising 'A Better Deal,' Democrats try to rebrand party
Promising 'A Better Deal,' Democrats try to rebrand party
Father of Hawaii boy missing for 2 decades is sentenced
Father of Hawaii boy missing for 2 decades is sentenced
Anti-fracking charter group launches seventh ballot attempt
Anti-fracking charter group launches seventh ballot attempt
2 Marines killed in plane crash make last trips home
2 Marines killed in plane crash make last trips home
Chinese national charged with leading ivory smuggling ring
Chinese national charged with leading ivory smuggling ring
Kushner denies that he colluded with Russians during Trump White House bid
Kushner denies that he colluded with Russians during Trump White House bid
US maker of panels in London fire: Others install them
US maker of panels in London fire: Others install them
YPD says Trump visit will mean traffic restrictions
YPD says Trump visit will mean traffic restrictions
Witness tells Warren police body is inside burning car
Witness tells Warren police body is inside burning car
AP sources: Free agent Derrick Rose meeting with Cavaliers
AP sources: Free agent Derrick Rose meeting with Cavaliers
The Latest: 10th person dies after being found in hot truck
The Latest: 10th person dies after being found in hot truck
Charges dropped in Ohio police shooting of unarmed black man
Charges dropped in Ohio police shooting of unarmed black man
Pistol falls from man's waist after police stun gun used
Pistol falls from man's waist after police stun gun used
Brown touts using U.S. steel and iron in advance of Trump visit
Brown touts using U.S. steel and iron in advance of Trump visit
Syringes, dope found after Warren police question men in car
Syringes, dope found after Warren police question men in car
Councilman wants old Cleveland homes certified as lead-safe
Councilman wants old Cleveland homes certified as lead-safe
Struthers Rotary meets for dinner, presents awards
Struthers Rotary meets for dinner, presents awards
WORTH A LOOK
FAIRS, FESTIVALS St. Vitus Parish will sponsor its 36th annual festival Aug. 2 through 5 from 6 to

Making Kids Count keeps kids fed over the summer
Making Kids Count summer food program fills school lunch gap
Stills and Collins to play Powers
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Stephen Stills and Judy Collins are teaming up for a tour that will come
Liberty trustees propose committee to study central fire station as plans stall
Trustees say Girard officials have been noncommittal on merger study
Ken Burns sees his upcoming documentary as a ...VIETNAM VACCINE
By HOLLY RAMER Associated Press HANOVER, N.H. Filmmaker Ken Burns views the Vietnam War as a

Presidential visits to Valley in odd-numbered years rare
George W. Bush campaigned in Youngstown in 2000 after capturing the Republican nomination, and visited the Valley twice as president in 2004. Democrat Barack Obama was the first sitting president in more than 100 years to visit the Valley during an odd-numbered year when he delivered a speech Sept. 15, 2009, at Lordstown General Motors, touting the federal bailout. And In 1980, incumbent Democrat Jimmy Carter campaigned in the area.
Israeli Cabinet meets to review policy at shrine
Associated Press JERUSALEM Israel’s security Cabinet met Sunday to review a decision to install
Astro Falcons leave bases loaded in NABF World Series defeat
The Astro Falcons and Jackson (Miss.) 96ers are two sandlot baseball programs that know a little bit about World Series championships
Wild blue yonder isn’t like before
Opinion: MONTGOMERY, Ala. The aircraft arrayed around the spacious lawn of Maxwell Air Force Base, home of
Protection of Great Lakes is a smart US investment
Editorial: It’s premature to declare victory as Congress works to protect the Great Lakes from President Donald
TRUMP STAFF New message guru wants ‘positive mojo’
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s new communications adviser says it’s time
minor leagues
minor leagues Sunday’s Summary SPIKES 5, Scrappers 1 ScrappersState College abrhbiabrhbi
9 die in sweltering truck in immigrant-smuggling attempt
Associated Press SAN ANTONIO At least nine people died after being crammed into a sweltering
SANDLOT ROUNDUP
JUNIOR LEAGUE SOFTBALL REGIONAL TOURNAMENT Poland 18, Indiana 0 SOUTH HOLLAND, ILL. Camryn
US AND RUSSIA
Associated Press WASHINGTON The White House indicated Sunday that President Donald Trump would
Benefit set Sunday for Rescue Mission
Benefit set Sunday for Rescue Mission BOARDMAN A “Music with a Mission” live-band event to raise
Nonprofit to send community members to Kennywood
A local nonprofit that assists with reintroducing ex-convicts is providing a trip to Kennywood
NEWSMAKERS FOR JULY 24
Victories for ‘Dunkirk,’ ‘Girls Trip’ at movies LOS ANGELES It’s victory for “Dunkirk” and
Clerks need training to make change
Dear Readers: Today’s Sound Off is about salesclerks who don’t know how to count your change.
Tool to help police in opioid crisis draws privacy concern
Associated Press TRENTON, N.J. New Jersey is the latest state amid a national opioid crisis 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
Ohio set to resume executions; child killer awaiting appeals
By JOHN SEEWER Associated Press Ohio is moving toward carrying out its first execution in more
Froome’s 4th win was his hardest and most fulfilling
Associated Press PARIS After the champagne bubbles fade and Chris Froome drifts away from his
Jerry Jones backs Ezekiel Elliott
Jerry Jones backs Ezekiel Elliott OXFORD, CALIF. Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones reiterated his
Purple Heart found on road is returned to veteran’s family
Associated Press NYACK, N.Y. The family of a World War II veteran has a big piece of his history
Brewery producing 2M cans of water for disaster victims
Associated Press TRENTON, OHIO An Ohio brewery will skip the hops and barley to produce 2
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Jackson Township trustees, 6 p.m., administration building, 10613 Mahoning Ave.,
O.J. had a life free of conflict? Not really
Associated Press LOS ANGELES When O.J. Simpson told a Nevada parole board last week that he’s
AFC NORTH TRAINING CAMPS
CLEVELAND BROWNS (1-15) OPEN CAMP: July 27, Browns Training Facility, Berea, Ohio. LAST YEAR:
TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Joseph F. Court Jr., 66, of 356 Iowa Ave., Girard,
Make it a double: Ledecky begins worlds with 2 golds
Associated Press BUDAPEST, Hungary Katie Ledecky is off to a golden start at the world
Spikes jump on Scrappers in first inning
The State College Spikes put three runs on the board in the first inning and never looked back
Report: Convicted killer’s slaying of inmate on bus was preventable
By LAURA A. BISCHOFF Dayton Daily News CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio Two-time convicted killer Casey Pigge
Tickets available for Fellows garden party
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Tickets are available for Friends of Fellows Riverside Gardens’ Summer
Kickoff for Alzheimer’s Walk today in Canfield
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Longtime YSU doctor recalled as being ahead of the game
By CHARLES GROVE cgrove@vindy.com The Youngstown State community lost an important part of their
Dems caught snoozing
Opinion: By Gloria Johns Tribune News Service Putting aside for a moment the state of ruin in the Trump
YEARS AGO FOR JULY 24
Today is Monday, July 24, the 205th day of 2017. There are 160 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Keep business away from education
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Betsy DeVos and her husband Dick are lucky: They inherited a big
Sunday, July 23 (74 stories)
Public health forum at Fitch on Tuesday is open to public
General issues and those of special interest to food-service workers will be explored
Shooting reported on Market Street in Youngstown Sunday night
It was unclear Sunday night whether anyone was injured
UPDATE: Nine die inside hot tractor-trailer in immigrant-smuggling plot gone wrong
Earlier reports had indicated 10 had died
Girard-Liberty fire department merger stalls; Liberty eyes centralized station
The merger initially was greeted with much opposition
How to get your tickets to Trump's Covelli Centre rally
The arena is expected to hold 6,000 participants.
Trump's visit to Mahoning Valley on Tuesday is rarity among U.S. presidents
Very few have visited the Greater Youngstown area outside of election campaigns
'Dunkirk' scores major $50.5 million victory this weekend at movie box office in US
In second place was the buddy comedy 'Girls Trip'
'Horrific tragedy:' 10 dead after their discovery in tractor-trailer near Walrmart in Texas
Some call the tragedy "an immigrant-smuggling attempt gone wrong'
Ohio seeks no delay in restarting executions; first is scheduled Wednesday
Appeals on Ohio's method of lethal injection have now gone to the U.S. Supreme Court
Trump likely to support, sign sweeping sanctions bill against Russia
Sarah Huckabee Sanders, the new White House press secretary, said the president favors getting tough on Vladimir Putin's regime
SENIOR CITIZENS
Lowellville Senior Citizens will meet for their annual summer picnic at noon Aug. 4 at Lowellville
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave. will offer the following opportunities: Monday,
Senior menu
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60

Vivo, Christman, Sylak and Benson win Greatest Junior titles
Jenna Vivo won her fourth Greatest Golfer junior title.
Until news of smuggling, who knew Lordstown had a new-car rail yard?
lot of mystery surrounded the announcement this month that 15 new Ford Fusions shipped to a “rail yard in the Warren, Ohio, area” contained smuggled marijuana in the spare-tire compartment.
TAG'S 60th anniversary provides exposure for artists, city
FACT chief says downtown Warren’s comeback is continuing.
At Engineering Extravaganza, kids build projects, their minds
Dominos, pipe cleaners, marble mazes and cardboard paper-towel tubes probably aren’t the tools that come to mind when thinking about building the future.
Spieth nearing third leg golf’s career Grand Slam
Jordan Spieth leads Matt Kuchar by three strokes entering the final round.
Hundreds honor Caitlin's legacy at 4th annual run
Greg Delost fondly recalled having been in a 26.2-mile cross-country marathon on a cold winter day in Columbus, which also featured the warmth of a complementary one-woman cheering section.
Authorities seek man who robbed Liberty Home Savings
Area law-enforcement officials are searching for a man who robbed Home Savings on Belmont Avenue just after 10 a.m. Saturday and escaped with an undetermined about of money.
Sharon Speedway races rained out
Sharon Speedway races rained out Hartford Saturday’s races at Sharon Speedway were rained out.
Big-release favorites could be Oscar contenders
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK The stranglehold that autumn prestige films have on
METRO DIGEST || Missing Howland man found dead
The Trumbull County coroner will conduct an autopsy to determine the cause of death of a Howland Township man found inside a box truck he owned, parked in the Eastwood Mall parking lot between Pep Boys and Huntington Bank.
BUSINESS DIGEST || MCCTC open house
The Adult Career Center at Mahoning County Career and Technical Center, 7300 N. Palmyra Road, will host fall enrollment open house at 6 p.m. Aug. 1.
MILESTONES
The list of high-school graduates who have received college or university scholarships based on information provided by school officials.
Town Center at Firestone Farms preserves legacy of Valley industrialist
The Town Center at Firestone Farms is a retail and office complex with a clock tower, fountain and stage.
Rare Valley town with more population, commerce
The new Town Center at Firestone Farms in Columbiana, above, features retail and commercial tenants at state Routes 7 and 14, where a stage is under construction for concerts, festivals and seasonal events.
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Retailers, brands see green for back-to-school shopping
By ANNE D’INNOCENZIO AP Retail Writer NEW YORK For the back-to-school season, many parents and
There are many ways to improve the Affordable Care Act, but Republicans, Democrats in Congress must cooperate
Opinion: By Michael Hiltzik Los Angeles Times Now what? With Monday’s collapse of the Senate
Court of jurisdiction seeks pertinent info from MVSD
Editorial: Members of the Mahoning Valley Sanitary District’s board of directors must be wondering why their
GREATEST GOLFER OF THE VALLEY JUNIOR FINALS Final results
BOYS 17-U Cole Christman76-72—148 Dean Austalash78-75—153 Jimmy Graham77-76—153 Bryan
Trump owns the job losses
Opinion: Let there be no doubt: Had General Motors created hundreds of new jobs in the last six months at its
SANDLOT ROUNDUP Saturday’s results
LITTLE LEAGUE JUNIOR SOFTBALL REGIONAL TOURNAMENT Poland 20, Iowa 1, 5 innings SOUTH
Kudos to all involved in Bob Cene Memorial
Kudos to all involved in Bob Cene Memorial Sports Editor: Congratulations to Andy Timko his
NWS cancels its union contract
Associated Press WASHINGTON The National Weather Service is canceling its contract with the
Miller Lite Greatest Golfer Scramble Championship | 2017 Qualifiers
SEPTEMBER 2016 26 — Angels of Easter Seals M&M Golf Classic at Mill Creek Golf Course. Qualifers:
GOLF CALENDAR | Upcoming events and outings
JULY Wednesday — Independent Insurance Agents of Mahoning County Junior Classic at Mill Creek Golf
A WELCOME SIGN
Staff report toledo Take a mix of 20 American teenagers and adults of Christian and Muslim
California wildfire slows as residents try to recover
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Steve Valdez was back at work Saturday at a hardware store, days
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Boardman school board, 6:40 p.m., Center Intermediate School, 7410 Market St.
3 years after police chokehold death, US probe grinds on
3 years after police chokehold death, US probe grinds on NEW YORK When federal prosecutors
Trump fires off volley of angry tweets on Russia probe
Associated Press WASHINGTON Hours before he was to help commission a new aircraft carrier at a
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS columbiana county new cases Ally Financial Inc. v. Tiffany Brandle, money. Corning
NASCAR MONSTER CUP
NASCAR MONSTER CUP Kyle Busch captures Indy pole INDIANAPOLIS Kyle Busch won the pole position
Democrats herald agreement on Russia sanctions bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON Congressional Democrats announced Saturday that a bipartisan group
A look at what didn’t happen last week
Associated Press A roundup of some of the most popular, but completely untrue, headlines of the
Police: Errant US bombing kills 12 Afghan security forces
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan An errant U.S. airstrike confirmed by the Pentagon killed
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian Festival, 1 to 10 p.m.: Nick
YEARS AGO FOR JULY 23
Today is Sunday, July 23, the 204th day of 2017. There are 161 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Major mark: Grace sets standard with round of 62
Branden Grace posted the lowest 18-hole score in 157 years and 422 major championships, and he didn’t even know it.
Success offers no escape from racism for blacks
Opinion: Success offers no escape from racism for blacks For most of my adult life, I have made it part of
Changing fortunes and politics
Opinion: If a $1 million wager were placed last year about the news on The Vindy’s Thursday front page
RUN FOR CAITLIN | Top finishers
Close to 300 people of all ages competed in the fourth annual 3K and 8K fundraiser in honor of
professional GOLF Saturday’s events
MARATHON CLASSIC Korda, 18, leads LPGA event in Sylvania SYLVANIA Nelly Korda birdied the
IN THE CUP! Holes-in-one
Mick Zaccari of Butler, Pa., aced the 157-yard No. at Pine Lakes Golf Club on July 18. He used a
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
What food labels mean – and don’t mean
We all want healthier foods, but reading labels won’t always help you spot them. Consumer Reports
Ibuprofen gel saved European vacation
Q. A few years ago while in Europe for vacation, I fell and bruised my ribs. Knowing there was not
HONORS
HONORS Katie Olenick, a 2008 honors graduate from Ursuline High School who works in the OhioHealth
From WaterFire to street murals, Rhode Island visitors will find an ... Art lovers’ Providence
By MICHELLE R. SMITH Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. With a plethora of street art and a
Warren Junior Women’s League named top junior club in Ohio
warren GFWC Ohio Warren Junior Women’s League wrapped up its 2016-17 club year with membership and
Original Webb family furniture arrives home
warren The Trumbull County Historical Society recently welcomed home furniture and artifacts that
For the week of Sunday, July 23, 2017
Ron Barnhart et al to Matthew R. Wills et al, W. South Range Road, Columbiana, $38,000. Edna I.
Lit Youngstown to host 3 poets from region
Lit Youngstown to host 3 poets from region youngstown Lit Youngstown will host three regional
Chinese porcelains pose challenge to identify, date
Chinese porcelains are among the hardest for an average collector to identify and date. They have
‘Thrones’ will give way to ‘Confederate’
By Hal Boedeker Orlando Sentinel After “Game of Thrones,” there will be the Third American Civil
Saturday, July 22 (66 stories)
Nearly 300 honor Caitlin's legacy at 4th annual run today
Greg Delost fondly recalled having been in a 26.2-mile cross-country marathon on a cold winter day in Columbus, which also featured the warmth of a complementary one-woman cheering section.
Local artisans showcase wares at TAG's 60th anniversary event today
Maria Campagna traveled from Morgantown, W.Va., to display her hand-made glazed pottery and help the Trumbull Art Gallery celebrate its 60th anniversary Saturday in downtown Warren.
Kids' creations teaching valuable lesson in thinking
Dominos, pipe cleaners, marble mazes and cardboard paper-towel tubes probably aren’t the tools that come to mind when thinking about building the future.
Mercer County Radio Club to host picnic
Mercer County Radio Club to host picnic Sharon, Pa. The Mercer County Amateur Radio Club will
Spartan cousins Terlesky, Vivo hold Greatest Golfer leads
One leader hangs on after faltering late. Another has an iron grip.
Lordstown characterized as “under-used” plant in Reuters report
Reuters reported that the UAW president was discussing the future of “under-used” plants like Lordstown
Newest motions in Hamad case focus on eliminating death sentence
Several of the motions filed by attorneys for Nasser Hamad in his aggravated-murder case focus on reducing the chance that Hamad could get the death penalty if he’s convicted of killing two people at his Howland home in February.
Youngstown Thermal customers to face surcharge due to company’s flagging finances
Transition to receivership is ongoing.
SPORTS DIGEST || Scappers rally in the ninth inning
Scappers rally in the ninth inning Auburn, NY Despite four Auburn Doubledays’ errors, the
Fire department memorializes late firefighter with new fire engine
John Fritz left an impression on the Austintown Fire Department and the community
Encarnacion homers, Tribe wins in a rout
The Toronto Blue Jays know better than any team in baseball what happens when Edwin Encarnacion gets hot
Spieth masters windy weather in Open
Jordan Spieth expected a rough time at the British Open before he even got to the golf course.
Negley woman dies in wreck
The Southington Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol said a Negley woman was killed about 10:15 p.m. Thursday on state Route 7 north of Webber Cole Road after a deer that was hit by another car corkscrewed through the air and went through the windshield of the car she was in, striking her.
Jason Bateman directs and stars in ‘Ozark’ Both sides of camera
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK In his new drama series “Ozark,” Jason Bateman
Another go-round for ‘Last Chance U’
By RALPH D. RUSSO AP College Football Writer NEW YORK The East Mississippi Community College
TODAY’s TEE TIMES
TODAY’s TEE TIMES Day 2 at Avalon Lakes, Howland Boys 17-U 12:30 p.m. Matthew Kinkela,
METRO DIGEST || Woman victim of STRS gift card scam
Woman is victim of STRS gift card scam AUSTINTOWN An area woman purchased gift cards totaling
Local kids learn penguins' plight from Green Bean
Valley kids got a lesson in saving our planet while making a new friend today at Youngstown and Canfield libraries when The Wave Foundation from Newport Aquarium in Newport, Ky., shared the plight of Green Bean, an African penguin. African penguins are an endangered species native to South Africa.
Mr. and Mrs. Lock Beachum mark 50 years
BOARDMAN Holiday Inn Boardman was the site for the 50th anniversary celebration for Mr. and Mrs.
Is it praying or preying mantis?
The first time I saw a praying mantis my dad explained that it ate lots of insect pests so I should
Spicer exits as Trump shakes up press team
Associated Press WASHINGTON White House press secretary Sean Spicer abruptly resigned Friday
US bans travel for Americans to N. Korea
Associated Press WASHINGTON American citizens will be barred by the U.S. from traveling to
Part of the mystique of fishing
I think it is cool that we cannot see what lurks under the water. Sure, we have sonar to help us
Minneapolis police chief resigns in wake of shooting
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS Minneapolis police Chief Janee Harteau resigned Friday amid calls
Check in to get away
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY It would be a first for a U.S. national park: requiring
YEARS AGO FOR JULY 22
Today is Saturday, July 22, the 203rd day of 2017. There are 162 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Ford says it will fight latest Takata recall
Associated Press DETROIT Ford is fighting the latest expansion of the Takata air- bag inflator
Small to present at conference in NY
Small to present at conference in NY YOUNGSTOWN United Community Financial Corp., the holding
YEARS AGO FOR JULY 21
Today is Friday, July 21, the 202nd day of 2017. There are 163 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Manafort, Trump Jr. in talks with Senate panel
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s eldest son and his former campaign
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian Festival, 5-11 p.m.: A huge basket
Diesel recalls widen
Diesel recalls widen German automaker Audi says it will fit up to 850,000 diesel cars with new
Vacation Bible School | Schedule
Wedgewood Park Evangelical Congregational Church: 1944 S. Meridian Road, Austintown, 5:45 to 8:30
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Outdoor expo at Shaker Woods
Outdoor expo at Shaker Woods Columbiana Hunters, campers, hikers, fishermen and anyone who
McCain's character, style make Congress stronger
Editorial: Add our voice to the flood of hope-filled and heart-felt expressions of support for Arizona's senior senator.
Bus tour to Homer Laughlin factory
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Young Leaders Advisory Board of the Mahoning Valley Historical
A sexy Jane Austen?
Opinion: By Paula Marantz Cohen The Philadelphia Inquirer Jane Austen, the beloved Regency novelist, died
Action necessary to fix Medicaid so spending growth is restrained
Opinion: By Dan White The Philadelphia Inquirer Over the past few weeks, much of the country seems
Paula Marantz Cohen: Contemporary Jane Austen dishes on book projects, boys
Opinion: Paula Marantz Cohen: Contemporary Jane Austen dishes on book projects, boys (PHOTO) By Paula
Valley science and technology group meets to talk innovation
Magnet consults with manufacturers to help them grow and develop new products and production methods
MORE PRO GOLF FROM FRIDAY
MARATHON CLASSIC SYLVANIA Gerina Piller followed her opening 8-under 63 with a 68 on Friday to
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: To be
FRIDAY’S OTHER MLB GAMES
FRIDAY’S OTHER MLB GAMES NATIONAL LEAGUE Pirates 13, Rockies 5 DENVER Rookie Josh Bell had
GREATEST GOLFER OF THE VALLEY JUNIOR FINALS | Round 1 scores from Squaw Creek
BOYS 17-U Brian Terlesky75 Bryan Kordupel76 Cole Christman76 Brandon Cioffi77 Jimmy
Milo Yiannopoulos weighs in on Trump and Ariana Grande
Milo Yiannopoulos weighs in on Trump and Ariana Grande NEW YORK Right-wing provocateur Milo
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NABF 18-U WORLD SERIES All games at Bob Cene Park, Struthers Friday’s Round 2 scores Release
Record Reviews
Halsey Album: “Hopeless Fountain Kingdom” Grade: B How the darkly intrepid electronic music
Jennifer Fularz, Miguel Figueroa are engaged
austintown Corrine Straka of Concord, Richard Fularz Jr. of Orwell., Joann Burgos of Hubbard and
Easing the burden
Easing the burden YOUNGSTOWN For the second year, the Youngstown City School District will buy
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Friday, July 21 (126 stories)
UAW president: GM talked with Lordstown about future production
The president of the United Auto Workers union, Dennis Williams, said in a Thursday news release that there have been discussions with General Motors concerning the future production of plants that primarily produce “slower-selling” vehicle models.
Hamad motions aim to reduce chance of death penalty if convicted
Several of the motions filed by attorneys for Nasser Hamad in his aggravated-murder case focus on reducing the chance that Hamad could get the death penalty if he’s convicted of killing two people at his Howland home in February.
New engine will keep Austintown firefighter known to future generations
A newly purchased fire engine heads toward Austintown as firefighters Nick Reed and Lt. Dave Schertzer drive the vehicle home. Between them, on the dash, is the helmet belonging to the late John Fritz.
Green Bean teaches Valley kids how to save her
A locally beloved species of flightless bird stopped in the Mahoning Valley for the enjoyment and education of area youths.
Woman arrested by MetroParks police after chase
A woman who was a passenger in an SUV that led Mill Creek MetroPark police on a chase at about 11 a.m. was taken into custody on a warrant after park police spotted the SUV she was in on a South Side street.
Flea market murder was 'senseless' Youngstown cop says
More information trickled out Friday about the murder of a Masury man last November after two Columbus men were indicted in his death.
Woman killed by deer on SR 7
The Southington Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol said a Negley woman was killed at about 10:15 p.m. Thursday on state route 7 north of Webber Cole Road after a deer that was hit by another car corkscrewed through the air and went through the windshield of the car she was in, striking her.
Report says GM could dump six slower-selling models
Report says GM could dump six slower-selling models
AP sources: Kyrie Irving asks Cavaliers to trade him
AP sources: Kyrie Irving asks Cavaliers to trade him
No bond for man charged in ex-girlfriend’s slaying in Ohio
No bond for man charged in ex-girlfriend’s slaying in Ohio
UK girl left in tears after she's fined for selling lemonade
UK girl left in tears after she's fined for selling lemonade
Audi to update 850,000 cars as diesel recalls widen
Audi to update 850,000 cars as diesel recalls widen
Kentucky told to pay attorney fees in same-sex marriage case
Kentucky told to pay attorney fees in same-sex marriage case
Pennsylvania jobless rate unchanged as payrolls creep higher
Pennsylvania jobless rate unchanged as payrolls creep higher
Los Angeles officer charged with having sex with teen cadet
Los Angeles officer charged with having sex with teen cadet
Woman arrested after chase by Mill Creek MetroParks police
Woman arrested after chase by Mill Creek MetroParks police
Police: Woman steals taxi, picks up paying passengers
Police: Woman steals taxi, picks up paying passengers
Jewelry designer Kenneth Jay Lane dies in NY at age 85
Jewelry designer Kenneth Jay Lane dies in NY at age 85
Mill Creek Park improvement project begins next month
Mill Creek Park improvement project begins next month
UAW, Nissan pressing high-stakes campaign for worker votes
UAW, Nissan pressing high-stakes campaign for worker votes
Police: Florida man, 85, loses $300K in online dating fraud
Police: Florida man, 85, loses $300K in online dating fraud
No injuries in vacant school building fire on South Side
No injuries in vacant school building fire on South Side
Youngstown police cite Girard man for driving drunk
Youngstown police cite Girard man for driving drunk
Clashes in West Bank; Palestinian teen killed in Jerusalem
Clashes in West Bank; Palestinian teen killed in Jerusalem
Arrest warrants issued for 2 men in fatal Ohio home invasion
Arrest warrants issued for 2 men in fatal Ohio home invasion
Ohio jobless rate rises slightly in May from previous month
Ohio jobless rate rises slight in May from previous month
'American Pie' singer's domestic-assault charge dismissed
'American Pie' singer's domestic-assault charge dismissed
AP sources: US to ban Americans from traveling to NKorea
AP sources: US to ban Americans from traveling to NKorea
CLUB CALENDAR
CLUBS Moose Club is looking for former and new members in Youngstown and Niles area to begin
TAG hosts art festival on square in Warren
TAG hosts art festival on square in Warren warren The Fine Arts Council of Trumbull County and

Disputed parcels returned to Poland schools
The lawsuit over the disputed property has been revoked.
Rep. Tim Ryan: President should focus on important issues, not rallies
The president will be at Youngstown’s Covelli Centre Tuesday for a rally. A counter-rally is planned,and some streets will be shut down.

Annual Inspiring Minds finale event celebrates summer success
More than 300 students celebrated summer accomplishments at the sixth annual Inspiring Minds Summer Finale
Niles mayor hopes new plan can move city out of emergency
Mayor Thomas Scarnecchia and city council have provided the city’s fiscal commission with a seventh try at a fiscal recovery plan.
Sarcoidosis initiative aims to raise awareness
The mother of an Army sergeant who died unexpectedly of the disease is event coordinator.
SPORTS DIGEST || Browns coach starts foundation, facility
Cleveland Browns coach Hue Jackson is tackling a disturbing problem that’s not always visible.
Gnaw-ty El Salvador play on US draws biting criticism
Retired stars Landon Donovan, Alexi Lalas and Steve McManaman said lengthy suspensions are needed to stop players from sinking their teeth into opponents
‘Girls Trip’ makes for hilarious destination
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer Get ready to know the name Tiffany Haddish. If there were
Seacrest to return as host of ‘Idol’
Associaed Press NEW YORK Ryan Seacrest will be back hosting “American Idol” when it returns for
Visual splendor isn’t enough to lift ‘Valerian’ Looks aren’t everything
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer When even most of the good spectacles carry a strong whiff of
Is living-room painting a Michelangelo?
Associated Press TONAWANDA, N.Y. Martin Kober is convinced the painting of a dying Jesus that

HIV-positive woman indicted second time
Lisa A. Mutter, 41, of Pulaski, Pa., has been indicted a second time for felonious assault after a second person reported that she had sex with him without notifying him she was HIV positive.
Grand jury indicts two in death of Masury man
The brothers are also indicted in a double shooting on the South Side.

Youngstown's Mount Carmel fest caters to people
Carisa Sechrist and fiance Zach Zarzycki of Boardman walk through the food vendors during the 19th annual Mount Carmel Italian Festival at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica downtown Youngstown Thursday.
US stocks waver as earnings and central banks dominate
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stock indexes essentially hit the snooze bar Thursday as
Exxon fined $2M for Tillerson-era breach of Russia sanctions
Associated Press WASHINGTON Exxon Mobil Corp. must pay a $2 million fine for showing “reckless
Bike camp volunteers provide lessons for those with disabilities
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Down Syndrome Association of the Valley
Car Club touts hidden treasures of the Valley
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Around 30 Model A cars received plenty of looks
Children experience theater life
Children spent a week of their summer learning the ins and outs of the theater world during the third annual Drama Camp at the Poland library on July 10-14.
CVMS students raise money for police K-9
A group of seventh-graders at Canfield Village Middle School put their heads together to raise money for the Canfield Police Department’s new K-9 police dog, Rocky.
Hilltop third-graders learn Canfield history
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Third-grade students at Hilltop Elementary School got a
C.H. Campbell fourth-graders celebrate at picnic
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com C.H. Campbell Elementary School fourth-grade students
Family Fridays encourage fun and learning together
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Fellows Riverside Gardens hosts a Family Fun
Health care center provides new cool stations
The Commons at Greenbriar has opened their building to the public who are looking to stay cool and out of the heat.
Children have super time at the Poland library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Captain Underpants surprised children at the
Bike camp provides lessons for those with disabilities
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Down Syndrome Association of the Valley
Family Fridays encourage fun and learning at Fellows
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Fellows Riverside Gardens hosts a Family Fun
Families experience Arabian Night tales at library
Eight high school students visited five libraries within the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County system to put on an Arabian Nights performance.
Austintown Community Briefs
Local church announces installation of a hearing loop system On July 30, First Presbyterian
Canfield Community Briefs
Chicken dinners offered Drive-through chicken dinners will be offered at Lord of Life Church,
July 7
July 7 Criminal damaging: Police received complaints that mailboxes and a street sign had been
Miss Ortenzio, Mr. Haverkos are engaged
Marysville Lance and Patti Ortenzio of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Canfield Sports Briefs
Neighbors Blitz to feature middle school football and younger Football season is on the horizon
POLICE BLOTTER
July 7 Arrest: Authorities responded to information about a wanted person at a Boardman-Poland
Poland Community Briefs
Painting party for adults Paint your own summer canvas for your home or for that special gift at
Boardman Sports Briefs
Neighbors Blitz to feature middle school football and younger Football season is on the horizon
Athletes prepare for upcoming State Summer Games
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com A warm up event was hosted at the Austintown
Poland Sports Briefs
Hitting and pitching camp to be Aug. 13 The second Erin Gabriel Hitting and Pitching Camp,
Boardman Community Briefs
Cloverbud Day Camp offers passport to adventure Join the Mahoning County OSU Extension for a day
Austintown Sports Briefs
Neighbors Blitz to feature middle school football and younger Football season is on the horizon
Miss Fowler will wed Mr. Moore in August rite
boardman Atty. Mark and Wanda Huberman of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their niece,
Miss Gleydura to become bride of Mr. Bellino
Hubbard Samuel Bellino is announcing his engagement to Mary Margaret Gleydura, both of Hubbard.
Valerie Cramer • Carl Martin
Poland Valerie Cramer and Carl Martin were married at 3:30 p.m. Oct. 22, 2016, at Poland Village
Avoidable accidents cause death and destruction in road construction zones
Editorial: In a second, a car traveling at 60 mph will cover about 90 feet, or the five car lengths a motorist
Trump’s son was naive
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service Donald Trump Jr. visited with a Russian attorney and others
THURSDAY’S OTHER MLB GAMES
AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 8, Red Sox 6 BOSTON Justin Smoak hit a pair of homers and Steve
Information sessions
Information sessions YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning-Youngstown Community Action Partnership, 1325 Fifth
ON THE LINKS | More pro golf results
Barbasol Championship OPELIKA, ALA. Martin Flores, Cameron Tringale and Zac Blair shared the
Book donation
Book donation YOUNGSTOWN Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.’s Epsilon Mu Omega Chapter of
FINALS TEE TIMES Today at Squaw Creek in Vienna
BOYS 17U 2 p.m. Bryan Kordupel, Reserve Run Golf Course Brandon Cioffi, Hickory VFW Golf
O.J. can go free, parole board rules
Associated Press LOVELOCK, Nev. O.J. Simpson was granted parole Thursday after more than eight
SANDLOTS ROUNDUP Recent games
MAHONING VALLEY AA Metro Ice 16, NEO Whoppers 3 Metro Ice scored 10 runs in the fourth inning.
David P. Rowbotham, 41, Pleasant Valley Road, Wampum, Pa., extortion, menacing by stalking, three
David P. Rowbotham, 41, Pleasant Valley Road, Wampum, Pa., extortion, menacing by stalking, three
Man gets two years for Boardman arson
By JOE GORMAN jgorman@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A judge agreed Thursday that Patrick Patterson has
Developer’s new pipeline rankling federal regulators
Associated Press NEW WASHINGTON, Ohio The company that developed the Dakota Access oil pipeline
Board OKs spending
Board OKs spending YOUNGSTOWN The city’s board of control approved spending $11,954 to beautify
Publicly assailed by Trump, Sessions says he’s staying on
Associated Press WASHINGTON Attorney General Jeff Sessions, publicly skewered by his boss for
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Michael and Ashley Metzinger, Youngstown, boy, July 19.
Palestinians clash with Israel police at Jerusalem holy site
Palestinians clash with Israel police at Jerusalem holy site JERUSALEM Palestinians clashed
Cancer isn’t silencing McCain
Associated Press WASHINGTON John McCain couldn’t bring himself to vote for Donald Trump – so he
Senate panel rejects cuts to foreign aid, domestic spending
Associated Press WASHINGTON Rebuffing a Republican president, a GOP-led Senate panel Thursday
Honorably discharged veterans will soon get to shop tax-free
Associated Press OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. Hey veterans, you can soon shop tax free.
Surplus food
Surplus food Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, various commodities, 8:30
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian festival, 5-11 p.m.: A full slate
Congressmen Ryan and Johnson are raking in campaign money
Opinion: If U.S. Reps. Tim Ryan and Bill Johnson were looking to scare away potential competition by raising
Jobless aid requests fall to 233,000
Associated Press WASHINGTON Fewer Americans applied for jobless aid last week, as the number of
Thursday, July 20 (128 stories)
Avoid downtown during Trump visit, Youngstown chief advises
City Police Chief Robin Lees says people should avoid the downtown in the hours before President Donald Trump speaks Tuesday at the Covelli Centre.
19th annual Youngstown Mount Carmel fest 'caters to people'
The 19th annual Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian Festival has something for everybody – food, entertainment and people-watching.
Mahoning grand jury indicts Columbus brothers in flea market killing
By his own estimation, city police Detective Sgt. Ronald Rodway has investigated more than 150 homicides, so he knows a gift when he sees one.
Event to provide info on 'silent killer,' sarcoidosis
Chiropractor Dr. Jason C. Tripp of Hermitage, Pa., is guest speaker for the inaugural Sgt. Wilbur Lee Fish Jr. Sarcoidosis Initiative at 5 p.m. Thursday at McGuffey Centre, 1649 Jacobs Road.
Niles officials submit 7th version of financial recovery plan
Mayor Thomas Scarnecchia and city council have provided the city’s fiscal commission with a seventh try at a fiscal recovery plan.
Families celebrate kids' accomplishments at Inspiring Minds summer program
More than 300 students and their families celebrated summer accomplishments Thursday afternoon at the sixth annual Inspiring Minds Summer Finale Event at Warren G. Harding High.
Decision expected in 10 days in case against Girard teacher
Girard Municipal Court Judge Jeffrey Adler expects to issue a decision from the bench within 10 days in the case of a Girard City Schools teacher accused of disorderly conduct.
McDonald's adds Big Mac onesie, sweatsuit to delivery items
McDonald's adds Big Mac onesie, sweatsuit to delivery items
East High School's football team gets 2 new coaches
East High School's football team gets 2 new coaches
Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington dies in LA at 41
Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington dies in LA at 41
Liberty Street in Liberty Township under I-80 closed Friday morning
Liberty Street in Liberty Township under I-80 closed Friday morning
Norovirus confirmed in diner who reported eating at Chipotle
Norovirus confirmed in diner who reported eating at Chipotle
SIMPSON PAROLE HEARING | Nevada parole board weighs OJ Simpson's release
Nevada parole board weighs OJ Simpson's release
SIMPSON PAROLE HEARING | Simpson asks parole board to set him free
O.J. Simpson asks parole board to set him free
SIMPSON PAROLE HEARING | Victim of robbery: OJ Simpson never held gun
Victim of robbery: OJ Simpson never held gun
SIMPSON PAROLE HEARING | Simpson's daughter wants him to come home
OJ Simpson's daughter wants him to come home
SIMPSON PAROLE HEARING | Parole board gets pro-, anti-Simpson letters
Parole board gets pro-, anti-OJ Simpson letters
AP source: Cavaliers talking contract with Derrick Rose
AP source: Cavaliers talking contract with Derrick Rose
Still time to interview for MYCAP employment skills class
Still time to interview for MYCAP employment skills class
Matt Kuchar's 29 on front nine of British Open matches 1991 mark
Matt Kuchar's 29 on front nine of British Open matches 1991 mark
Decision expected in 10 days on Girard teacher accused of disorderly conduct
Decision expected in 10 days on Girard teacher accused of disorderly conduct
Niles lifts boil-water alert for some city residents
Niles lifts boil-water alert for some city residents
Spieth, Koepka lead the way in opening round at British Open
Spieth, Koepka lead the way in opening round at British Open
Ohio coroner stops accepting Cincinnati sexual assault cases
Ohio coroner stops accepting Cincinnati sexual assault cases
Dakota Access developer’s new pipeline rankling regulators
Dakota Access developer’s new pipeline rankling regulators
AP: Cleveland Browns' stadium, other structures may sport highly flammable panels
Cleveland Browns' stadium, other structures may sport highly flammable panels
McConnell prods senators on health care bill, amid dim odds
McConnell prods senators on health care bill, amid dim odds
Layoffs begin at Carrier plant that drew Trump’s criticism
Layoffs begin at Carrier plant that drew Trump’s criticism
Attorney general has no plans to resign despite Trump rebuke
Attorney general has no plans to resign despite Trump rebuke
US lawsuit: Ohio city let sewage into Lake Erie tributaries
US lawsuit: Ohio city let sewage into Lake Erie tributaries
East Side Crime Watch has food, clothing distribution Friday
East Side Crime Watch has food, clothing distribution Friday

Greatest Golfer Juniors Championships tee off tomorrow
Greatest Golfer Juniors Championships tee off tomorrow
Niles mayor calls for special city council meetings Friday and Monday
Niles mayor calls for special city council meetings Friday and Monday
South Avenue corridor to get nearly $12K for upgrade
Youngstown board of control approves nearly $12K to beautify South Avenue corridor
Markets Right Now: US stocks open higher on Wall Street
Markets Right Now: US stocks open higher on Wall Street
US weekly requests for jobless aid fall to 233,000
US weekly requests for jobless aid fall to 233,000
Israel and Palestinians dig in over Jerusalem site security
Israel and Palestinians dig in over Jerusalem site security
OJ Simpson drawing world attention during plea for freedom
OJ Simpson drawing world attention during plea for freedom
Dad arrested for speeding to hospital with wife in labor
Dad arrested for speeding to hospital with wife in labor
Lawsuit: Ohio police shooting of black man wasn’t justified
Lawsuit: Ohio police shooting of black man wasn’t justified
Howland road closed next week for culvert replacement
Howland road closed next week for culvert replacement
Toledo refunds $34,000 to motorists ticketed from speed camera
Toledo refunds $34,000 to motorists ticketed from speed camera
Sen. McCain diagnosed with brain tumor after clot is removed
Sen. McCain diagnosed with brain tumor after clot is removed
‘Once A Cowboy Always A Cowboy’ golf outing benefit set for Aug. 26
‘Once A Cowboy Always A Cowboy’ golf outing benefit set for Aug. 26
Poland’s Junior League state champs include Canfield ace
One year removed from a Junior League World Series appearance, Poland is ramping up for another run to youth softball’s promised land.
Youngstown council to consider contracts for Covelli, amphitheater management
City administration officials urged the deals be signed to move ahead with sponsorship and naming-rights deals.
Metroparks’ exec Young receives contract extension, pay raise
Young’s new contract will keep him as executive director through 2022
Indians limp home after 1-5 Calif. trip
Posey’s two-run double lifted the Giants to second-straight win
Attorneys for juvenile Larosa ask judge for separate trial and sentencing
When 15-year-old Jacob Larosa of Niles was charged more than two years ago in the killing of his elderly neighbor, it was the first time in decades that a Trumbull County juvenile had been charged with murder.
Yurich convicted on two counts, faces up to year in jail
The judge found Dr. Yurich not guilty on the more serious indicted charge of aggravated vehicular homicide.
Vigorito trial set for November
Former MVSD chief engineer accused of falsifying training certificates
SPORTS DIGEST || Five named to the NABC Honors Court
The National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) announced the NABC Honors Court on Wednesday, recognizing those men’s college basketball players who excelled in academics during the past season.
Steve Earle enlists Lambert, Willie to revisit outlaw music
By KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Alt-country rocker Steve Earle and
YPD cop retires after 26 years
Tony Tulipano will be heading from the streets of the West Side to the bluegrass of Kentucky today.
Murder case pushed back at prosecutors’ request
Prosecutors want more time to interview a new witness.
METRO DIGEST || Motorcyclist injured in Austintown collision
A Canfield motorcyclist is being treated at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital after he was thrown from his bike about 6:40 a.m. Wednesday at Westchester Drive and Mahoning Avenue after reports said he was struck from behind by a car.
Accidents in work areas mount on I-76, 80
Emergency crews survey wreckage after a June 29 chain-reaction crash on Interstate 76 in a construction zone near the state Route 45 overpass that killed one person and injured four. The Ohio State Highway Patrol says driver inattention is the primary factor in recent work zone accidents.
NIGHTLIFE
Barrel Run Crossing Winery and Vineyard, 3272 Industry Road, Roots-town; 330-325-1075 Fri: Box of
POLICE CALLS IN BOARDMAN, POLAND
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
MORE MLB RECAPS
MORE MLB RECAPS American League Red Sox 5, Blue Jays 1 BOSTON Dustin Pedroia drove in
WTG
today Children Family Night Bingo, 5 p.m., Struthers Public Library , 95 Poland Ave., Struthers;
Pitbull gave folks time of their lives
Pitbull and Kesha had a huge hit with their 2013 collaboration on “Timber,” and I have the dubious
YEARS AGO FOR JULY 20
Today is Thursday, July 20, the 201st day of 2017. There are 164 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of 07/19/17. All yields given in percent.
A review of lesser-known biting insects
Q. What bit me? Anonymous A. A gentleman came into our clinic recently with an insect that had
Western Reserve Rangers have busy season
At the July meeting of the Western Reserve Rangers 4-H Club, Jan Moser announced that Dr. Steve
Township awards road resurfacing contract
Canfield township awarded a road resurfacing contract and plans to hold public meetings for land annexation.
Justices allow strict refugee ban but say grandparents OK
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court says the Trump administration can strictly enforce
Barn swallow, bright acrobats of the sky
By Linda C. DOLAK OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer I have always heard of barn swallows. But
Feds reviewing Ohio police shooting of unarmed black man
Associated Press CINCINNATI Two years after a white Ohio police officer fatally shot an unarmed
Sprout Club
Sprout Club When: Today, 1 to 2 p.m. What: Learn about the amazing world of plants with topics
Murder case pushed back at prosecutors’ request
Prosecutors want more time to interview a new witness
John Glenn memorial plans abound on July birth date
Associated Press COLUMBUS Some plans to honor John Glenn didn’t fly, but that hasn’t stopped
Fin, Feather, Fur Outfitters are now employee owned
The owner of outdoor retailer Fin, Feather, Fur has sold the company to his employees
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Dunkirk (PG-13) British and Allied forces are pinned down on the French coast and
You can plan now for late ... SUMMER BLOOMS
By Marilyn McKinley OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer Seems like we have color everywhere now.
Howard and band at Stambaugh event
YOUNGSTOWN Howard and the Point Five Band will be the band at tonight’s Bands at the Baugh After
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Springfield Township trustees, noon, pre-construction meeting, Felger Road, New
McIlroy hoping to catch his wave
Just three years ago, Rory McIlroy was the best player in the world without a trace of argument
BUSINESS digest
F.N.B dividends PITTSBURGH F.N.B Corp’s board of directors announced a quarterly cash dividend
Poll: Americans want GOP, Dems to work together
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans overwhelmingly want lawmakers of both parties to work out
Ex-officer pleads not guilty to false shooting claim charges
Associated Press NEW PHILADELPHIA A former Ohio police officer has pleaded not guilty to
Trump exhorts Senate anew to rid US of Obamacare
Associated Press WASHINGTON Lecturing fellow Republicans, President Donald Trump summoned GOP
World’s plastic waste could bury Manhattan 2 miles deep
Associated Press WASHINGTON Industry has made more than 9.1 billion tons of plastic since 1950
CBO: 32M lose insurance without ACA
Tribune Washington Bureau (TNS) WASHINGTON Senate Republicans’ proposal to repeal much of the
Air-traffic control plan hits turbulence
But, supporters remainl optimistic Associated Press WASHINGTON A plan to privatize the
METRO DIGEST || Man throws tantrum in cruiser
Man throws tantrum YOUNGSTOWN Reports said a man taken into custody at about 3 p.m. Tuesday for
City forms search committee for city manager position
Canfield’s city council meeting yields objections to a bee ordinance passed in early July, and announces the search committee for a new city manager
Made-in-USA goods can be pricey, elusive
This is true even for President Trump Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s
Two escaped inmates arrested
Associated Press FREMONT Authorities in northern Ohio say both inmates who escaped from a county
Moroff helps Pirates win in 10th inning
Max Moroff was an unlikely candidate to come through in extra innings for the Pittsburgh Pirates
Trump rages at AG Sessions in interview
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald J. Trump told The New York Times in an interview
Man charged after wife’s body found in SUV
Associated Press MANSFIELD Authorities say a Texas man has been charged with gross abuse of a
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS O’Donnell’s new game: Lead Trump off cliff LOS ANGELES Rosie O’Donnell is in a new
House panel moves ahead on budget with hopes for tax reform
House panel moves ahead on budget with hopes for tax reform WASHINGTON A key House panel on
Tech, health care lift stocks to record highs
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stocks continued to climb Wednesday, led by technology, health
Facebook working on way to charge for reading news articles
Associated Press NEW YORK Facebook is working on a way for news organizations to charge
TRUMP RALLY
TRUMP RALLY If you go Donald Trump will make his first visit to Youngstown as president during a
Ancestry test to behold
Opinion: By Alfred Lubrano The Philadelphia Inquirer It turns out I’m more complex than I thought.
Has Niles finally found a way out of fiscal crisis?
Editorial: A week from today, the statutorily mandated Financial Planning and Supervision Commission is
“Once A Cowboy Always A Cowboy” 1st Annual Benefit Golf Outing
youngstown After retiring, Joe Midlick brainstormed the idea of establishing a golf outing that
Behind the Trump team’s bluster, there lurks a dark legal strategy
Opinion: WASHINGTON President Trump’s attorney, Jay Sekulow, seems to be an adherent of the just-yell-
Tomato diseases?
Tomato diseases? Some can be slowed by picking off leaves, reducing foliage, improving air
Containers not as perfect?
Containers not as perfect? For annuals in containers, July may be the time you need to fertilize.
Ursuline Sisters receive grant to strengthen programming
Ursuline Sisters receive grant to strengthen programming
Wednesday, July 19 (98 stories)
Lawyers ask judge to handle Larosa case in two phases
When 15-year-old Jacob Larosa of Niles was charged more than two years ago in the killing of his elderly neighbor, it was the first time in decades that a Trumbull County juvenile had been charged with murder.
Youngstown council to weigh extension of management contracts for Covelli, amphitheater
Legislation to authorize the board of control to sign contract extensions with JAC Management LLC to manage the operations and food-and-beverage sales at the Covelli Centre and the proposed downtown amphitheater will face city council next week.
OSHP: Driver inattention to blame for recent interstate crashes
As road construction winds down this week on Interstates 76 and 80, the head of the Canfield Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol said several accidents in work zones could have been avoided.
YPD Officer Tulipano heading to bluegrass state Thursday
Tony Tulipano will be heading from the streets of the West Side to the bluegrass of Kentucky today.
MetroParks board grants Aaron Young raises of 5, 3 and 3 percent
A three-year rollover contract and a pay increase was approved by the Mill Creek Metroparks Board of Directors Monday for Executive Director Aaron Young.
Vigorito MVSD falsification trial set for November
Visiting Judge Thomas J. Pokorny will hear the trial of Anthony Vigorito beginning at 10 a.m. Nov. 14.
Hymes murder trial delayed to probe claims someone else confessed
Judge Lou D’Apolito granted a request by prosecutors Wednesday to continue a July 31 murder trial so they can have more time to investigate claims that someone else confessed to the crime.
CNN reports John McCain diagnosed with brain cancer
CNN reports John McCain diagnosed with brain cancer
CBO says 32 million uninsured if Obamacare is repealed
CBO says 32 million uninsured if Obamacare is repealed
Legal pot sales begin in Uruguay under landmark 2013 law
Legal pot sales begin in Uruguay under landmark 2013 law
O.J. Simpson's hearing revisits old obsession for TV
O.J. Simpson's hearing revisits old obsession for TV
AP-NORC poll: Negotiate on 'Obamacare,' don't just kill it
AP-NORC poll: Negotiate on 'Obamacare,' don't just kill it
Ohio AG's office has $3M available for law enforcement to fight opioid crisis
Ohio AG's office has $3M available for law enforcement to fight opioid crisis
Former NFL receiver James Hardy's death ruled a suicide
Former NFL receiver James Hardy's death ruled a suicide
World's plastic waste could bury Manhattan 2 miles deep
World's plastic waste could bury Manhattan 2 miles deep
Illinois sheriff IDs another victim of John Wayne Gacy
Illinois sheriff IDs another victim of John Wayne Gacy
Helicopter carrying WWE exec makes emergency ocean landing
Helicopter carrying WWE exec makes emergency ocean landing
Ex-officer pleads not guilty to false shooting claim charges
Ex-officer pleads not guilty to false shooting claim charges
Authorities ID girl who died after pulled from river in Ohio
Authorities ID girl who died after pulled from river in Ohio
Justices allow strict enforcement of Trump refugee ban
Justices allow strict enforcement of Trump refugee ban
Texas ex-officer says shooting that killed teen justified
Texas ex-officer says shooting that killed teen justified
Markets Right Now: US stocks move higher at midday
Markets Right Now: US stocks move higher at midday
Trump had second conversation with Putin in Germany
Trump had second conversation with Putin in Germany
Canfield motorcyclist injured in Austintown accident
Canfield motorcyclist injured in Austintown accident
Man faces DUI, firearm charges after crash in Liberty
Man faces DUI, firearm charges after crash in Liberty
Trial date set for Anthony Vigorito, charged with training scam
Trial date set for Anthony Vigorito, charged with training scam
Minnesota officer: Partner fired fatal shot moments after loud sound
Minnesota officer: Partner fired fatal shot moments after loud sound
AP names Benjaminson as national news editor for beats
AP names Benjaminson as national news editor for beats
Texas man charged after wife's body found in SUV in Ohio
Texas man charged after wife's body found in SUV in Ohio
YURICH TRIAL UPDATE | Doctor not guilty of homicide, but guilty of negligence
Judge John M. Durkin of Mahoning County Common Pleas Court found Dr. Joseph Yurich not guilty of aggravated vehicular homicide in the death of Neal Cuppett, 58, of Akron, who died in a Berlin Reservoir boat crash May 9, 2015.
Man throws tantrum after arrest, ends up in Mahoning County jail
Man throws tantrum after arrest, ends up in Mahoning County jail
US Rep. Tim Ryan applauds inclusion of Great Lakes funding in bill
US Rep. Tim Ryan applauds inclusion of Great Lakes funding in bill
Part-time organist, music director needed at St. James Episcopal Church in Boardman
Organist needed at St. James Episcopal Church in Boardman
Feds reviewing Ohio police shooting of unarmed black man
Feds reviewing Ohio police shooting of unarmed black man
2 Ohio children dead after crash along interstate in Indiana
2 Ohio children dead after crash along interstate in Indiana
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Woodworth Church of the Brethren, 30 E. Western Reserve Road, Poland, will have a drive-
Golf outing July 23 has been canceled
Golf outing July 23 has been canceled GIRARD Fight Like a Girl Foundation golf outing that was
Backpack giveaway Sunday
Backpacks filled with pencils, paper and other school supplies will be available for free to local families Sunday during a national backpack giveaway.

Trump to rally in Valley next week
Donald Trump will make his first visit to Youngstown as president during a rally next Tuesday night at the Covelli Centre.
Mohip’s numbers show mixed results for city schools
Mohip, with his senior leadership team, unveiled a number of results for what Benyo refers to as the CEO’s “baseline year.”
Conley steps away, Pitts steps up at Canfield
The Cardinals’ wrestling program is considered the best in the Mahoning Valley.
Dr. Yurich testifies that boat crash caused Iraq flashback
Judge John M. Durkin of Mahoning County Common Pleas court expects to have a verdict in Dr. Joseph Yurich’s vehicular homicide trial today.
Spieth feeling rested, sharp as The Open approaches
Jordan Spieth is looking sharp enough to be listed as a co-favorite with Dustin Johnson, the No. 1 player in the world.
Pastor involved with apartment improvements says shooting won’t stop progress
“This community has taken a turn for the better, but things will happen. All we can do is continue to push forward,” the pastor said.
SPORTS DIGEST || Fitch’s Sutton earns All-America honors
Fitch’s Sutton earns All-America honors FARGO, N.D. Austintown Fitch junior wrestler Gus Sutton
Police retire one canine, and welcome another
Canfield Police Department celebrated the retirement of veteran police dog Thor, and welcome its new four-legged officer Rocky.
Why net neutrality is an issue
July 11 was Net Neutrality Day. If you didn’t hear about it, you’re not alone. When I asked a
‘Dunkirk’ emerges as a victory of filmmaking
By LINDSAY BAHR Associated Press Christopher Nolan’s “Dunkirk “ is not a typical war movie.
Butler museum gets $10K grant from NEA
Staff report WASHINGTON The Butler Institute of American Art in Youngs-town has received a
Director calls film the movie of his life Fully vested in ‘Valerian’
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. “I’m Valerian and she’s Laureline,” Luc
Struthers family memorializes daughter with acts of kindness
South Carolina police say drunk driver killed nine-year old girl.
METRO DIGEST || 2nd downtown Barnes & Noble
School board to meet YOUNGSTOWN School board members Corrine Sanderson and Dario Hunter have
Reps. Johnson, Ryan each raised more than $300,000 between April and June
Johnson loaned $30,000 to his campaign
Boy Scouts earn badges digging up past with YSU
YSU graduate student volunteer Adam O’Leary, center, shows Boy Scouts from Troop 46 in Boardman how to dig a test pit during an archaeological dig at the Southern Park Stables in Boardman.
YEARS AGO FOR JULY 19
Today is Wednesday, July 19, the 200th day of 2017. There are 165 days left in the year.
Trump had 2nd conversation with Putin in Germany
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump had another, previously undisclosed
Officials say woman shot after cops heard loud sound
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS An Australian woman who called 911 to report a possible assault
US agency sued after it doesn’t declare Lake Erie impaired
Associated Press TOLEDO Environmental groups are suing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
UCFC reports major 2Q growth
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN United Community Financial Corp., the parent company of Home Savings
Surplus food
Surplus food New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St., Youngstown, various commodities, 9 to
Jerry Jones: Cowboys exploring latest Elliott incident
Dallas police said the 30-year-old man didn’t know who punched him, and the report does not mention Elliott.
Powerful opioid suspected in Miami boy’s death
Associated Press MIAMI A 10-year-old boy from a drug-ridden Miami neighborhood apparently died
Marte returns, ignites Bucco rally
Starling Marte could feel the jitters as he darted out of the dugout
Ohio drops case against ex-cop in shooting
Associated Press CINCINNATI A white police officer who fatally shot an unarmed black motorist
Blueberry recipes for summer
U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council Blueberry season means long, hot summer days with icy-cold
A summer twist when planning flavorful brunch classics
Family Features When it comes to planning brunch, there really are no rules. It’s the perfect
around the horn
around the horn Tuesday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Orioles 12, Rangers 1 BALTIMORE
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mahoning County commissioners, 10 a.m., board meeting, commissioners hearing
Add a Tex-Mex favorite to the menu
Family Features A tortilla plus a tasty filling makes a household favorite – a taco. This simple,
School board passes post-graduation preparation programs
Two newly approved programs for students seeking further education and workforce preparation will be implemented in the school district.
Career advice
Career advice YOUNGSTOWN Stacy Juchno, internal auditor for PNC bank, will offer career advice
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
The top five albums on the iTunes music charts for the most recent weekly sales period:
The top five albums on the iTunes music charts for the most recent weekly sales period: v “4:44”:
Agency gets new office
Agency gets new office YOUNGSTOWN The city’s Human Relations Commission has moved its office to

Food for a purpose Haitian SENSATION
Every once in a while, we are gently reminded to count our blessings. Sometimes it
Russia was no-show at big dance with the Trump campaign, others
Opinion: By Leonid Bershidsky Bloomberg View Political memories are short, but they shouldn’t be this
Can the 45th be like the first?
Opinion: By John M. CRISP Tribune News Service Americans are fond of rankings. We even rank our
Guard’s success in Y’town merits longer deployment
Editorial: Early reviews of the Ohio National Guard’s attack on urban blight in Youngstown are in, and most of
Tuesday, July 18 (107 stories)
Monday shooting won't halt progress in Warren neighborhood, pastor says
The shooting Monday night of a young man at the basketball courts at Highland Terrace apartments won’t stop progress that has been made in providing increasing opportunities in the neighborhood, Pastor Todd Johnson said.
Missed days down, but test scores fall in Youngstown, CEO reports
More numbers – and harder results – are what Academic Distress Commission Chairman Brian Benyo requested CEO Krish Mohip provide, and that’s what he got Tuesday during the distress panel’s meeting.
Trump to be at Covelli Tuesday
Donald Trump will make his first visit to Youngstown as president during a rally next Tuesday night at the Covelli Centre.
Yurich testifies boat explosion triggered flashback to Iraq battle
Judge John M. Durkin of Mahoning County Common Pleas court expects to have a verdict in Dr. Joseph Yurich’s vehicular homicide trial Wednesday.
Local Scouts join YSU archeology fieldwork course
On the site of a long-defunct horse-racing track, a 13-year-old boy began his Saturday by pushing around a $20,000 piece of equipment.
Ryan, Johnson each raise $300K-plus in second quarter
U.S. Reps. Bill Johnson and Tim Ryan, both without opponents so far for the 2018 election, posted strong second quarters, each raising more than $300,000 toward re-election efforts.
Area police dogs, handlers give Thor retirement sendoff
Every dog has its day, and for police dogs Rocky and Thor, their day was Tuesday.
Livin' for Livi honors crash victim with acts of kindness
Jolie Tatar was driving home from her stepdaughter’s color-guard competition, thinking about what she would cook for dinner.
Judge D'Apolito: Concealed carry permit doesn't override bad judgement
Judge Lou D’Apolito of Mahoning County Common Pleas Court said he wants people to know there are consequences if they use a firearm they legally own and carry the wrong way.
Campbell cop's kindness getting noticed online
A simple story from a Campbell cop has netted attention on social media.
UPDATE | President Trump will have Covelli Centre rally Tuesday
Trump will have Covelli Centre rally Tuesday
Campbell cop nets positive attention on social media
Campbell cop nets positive attention on social media
PA Turnpike OKs 6 percent toll increase to take effect in Jan.
PA Turnpike OKs 6 percent toll increase to take effect in Jan.
Teenager who killed man over spilled coffee gets 20 years
Teenager who killed man over spilled coffee gets 20 years
Lawyer: Russian developer's staffer also at Trump Tower meet
Lawyer: Russian developer's staffer also at Trump Tower meet
YURICH TRIAL UPDATE | Judge Durkin says verdict in Yurich case will come Wednesday
Judge Durkin says verdict in Yurich case will come Wednesday
Months needed for additional study of Dakota Access pipeline
Months needed for additional study of Dakota Access pipeline
Chipotle closes Virginia store after reports of illness
Chipotle closes Virginia store after reports of illness
Pa. man who killed stepdaughter, abused corpse won’t OK divorce
Pa. man who killed stepdaughter, abused corpse won’t OK divorce
Case dropped vs. Cincinnati ex-cop in unarmed man's shooting
Case dropped vs. Cincinnati ex-cop in unarmed man's shooting
Detectives are at a 540 Parkcliffe Ave. home after a body was found
Detectives are at a 540 Parkcliffe Ave. home after a body was found
Daimler to recall 3 million vehicles to ease diesel doubts
Daimler to recall 3 million vehicles to ease diesel doubts
Man convicted of killing SWAT officer gets life sentence
Man convicted of killing SWAT officer gets life sentence
Last duet: Kenny, Dolly announce final performance together
Last duet: Kenny, Dolly announce final performance together
YURICH TRIAL | Defense rests in Yurich trial, defense lawyer again asks that charges be dropped
Dr. Joseph Yurich, 38, of Poland, faces several charges from the fatal boat crash that left one man injured and another man dead.
Youngstown woman gets four-year prison term for March bank robbery
Youngstown woman gets four-year prison term for March bank robbery
US Rep. Tim Ryan reacts to NAFTA renegotiation objectives
US Rep. Tim Ryan reacts to NAFTA renegotiation objectives
Alleged slur leads to brawl and eventually charges of assault, trespass
Alleged slur leads to brawl and eventually charges of assault, trespass
John Glenn memorial plans abound on July birth date
John Glenn memorial plans abound on July birth date
East Palestine man gets 2-plus years for chase in stolen truck
East Palestine man gets 2-plus years for chase in stolen truck
Greatest 2017 Survey: Cast your vote on division winners
2017 Greatest Golfer of the Valley is starting to heat up. Greatest is presented by Farmers National Bank, Superior Beverage and Covelli Enterprises.
Former Pa. attorney given 2-year prison sentence for mail fraud
Former Pa. attorney given 2-year prison sentence for mail fraud
Youngstown man arraigned today in Campbell court on robbery charge
Youngstown man arraigned today in Campbell court on robbery charge
Man gets jail sentence for firing a gun during a fight at family party
Man gets jail sentence for firing a gun during fight at family party
Clerk claims attack by daughter of woman she ID'd for cigarettes
Clerk claims attack by daughter of woman she ID'd for cigarettes
UPDATE | Judge denies request for Ohio execution witnesses
Judge denies request for execution witnesses
House budget blueprint boosts military, cuts food stamps
House budget blueprint boosts military, cuts food stamps
Cincinnati Zoo’s newborn rhino named Kendi, ’the loved one’
Cincinnati Zoo’s newborn rhino named Kendi, ’the loved one’
Cowboys’ Whitehead: Stolen dog is safely back home
Cowboys’ Whitehead: Stolen dog is safely back home
Questions remain surrounding fatal Minnesota police shooting
Questions remain surrounding fatal Minnesota police shooting
School leader charged with child rape appeals unpaid leave
School leader charged with child rape appeals unpaid leave
Sinking homes force residents of Ohio city to flee
Sinking homes force residents of Ohio city to flee
Youngstown school board has special meeting Wednesday
Youngstown school board has special meeting Wednesday
Authorities search for 2 men who escaped northern Ohio jail
Authorities search for 2 men who escaped northern Ohio jail
Trump blasts Congress over failure of GOP health care bill
Trump blasts Congress over failure of GOP health care bill
Barnes & Noble bookstore coming to EGCC in downtown Youngstown
Barnes & Noble bookstore coming to EGCC in downtown Youngstown
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch Class of 1956 will host its first monthly breakfast at 9 a.m. Thursday at Denny’s
Authorities confirm marijuana has come through local railyard before
Authorities confirm marijuana has come through local railyard before
Bucs win again to inch closer to .500, Brewers
Gregory Polanco finished 4 for 4 and is hitting .446 this month.
Tringhese among top scholar-athletes in college golf
Alexa Tringhese plays golf for Notre Dame College,
Pirates’ Marte humbled after suspension
Starling Marte insists he still isn’t sure exactly how the illegal steroid got into his system.
‘It’s raining needles’: Drug crisis creates pollution threat
Associated Press LOWELL, Mass. They hide in weeds along hiking trails and in playground grass.
Garcia preparing for back-to-back major events
Sergio Garcia has the British Open this week and his wedding the next.
‘Housewives’ at Powers to read ‘Monologues’
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A special performance of “The Vagina Monologues,” featuring stars from

An Army National Guard unit is in Youngstown demolishing 28 vacant houses
The work is saving the city $159,000 in demolition costs
Sooners’ Riley is youngst head coach in FBS at 33.
Lincoln Riley said he feels prepared after time spent the past two seasons as the offensive coordinator for Bob Stoops.
Lucas’ slam leads Scrappers to rout of ’Dogs
Simeon Lucas finished with six RBIs in the Scrappers’ 11-5 win.
NFL roundup
WASHINGTON REDSKINS QB Cousins to play on franchise tag The deadline passed Monday for Kirk
Baird Brothers holds off Astros for 18-U division title
Baird Brothers won then decisive Game 5 1-0 behind Travis Perry’s two-hitter.
Friends of murder victim say he was scared just hours before he died
Walked frequently downtown to get meals and give blood
Diabetes education
Diabetes education LIBERTY The six-session Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP),
SPORTS digest
Yankees’ Pineda set for Tommy John surgery MINNEAPOLIS New York Yankees pitcher Michael Pineda
AROUND THE HORN Monday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Mariners 9, Astros 7 HOUSTON Kyle Seager and Danny Valencia hit back-to-back
Teen victim dies
Teen victim dies YOUNGSTOWN An 18-year-old wounded in a home invasion early Friday died Sunday
Five people injured in shootings in Warren over the weekend
Five people injured in shootings in Warren over the weekend
Drop in fair attendance
Drop in fair attendance BAZETTA Attendance at the Trumbull County Fair that ended Sunday appears
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Lowellville school board, 7 p.m., regular meeting, library/media center, 52
Venezuelan opposition calls for nationwide strike
Associated Press CARACAS, Venezuela Venezuelan opposition leaders called Monday for a 24-hour
Needles all over
Needles all over What to do if you find syringes in public Syringes left by drug users are
Separate lawyers defend Trump, aides
Associated Press WASHINGTON As the government’s Russia investigations heat up, a growing cast of
Subway looking to update stores’ not-so-fresh look
Associated Press NEW YORK Subway wants to freshen up the look of its stores as it tries to stem
O.J. Simpson faces good chance at parole
O.J. Simpson faces good chance at parole LAS VEGAS O.J. Simpson, the former football star, TV
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Mary Morgan and Jeremy Fisher, Youngstown, girl, July 16.
Arizona flash flood kills 9 relatives celebrating birthday ‘They had no warning’
Associated Press TONTO NATIONAL FOREST, Ariz. The flash flood that killed nine people in an
Regional organists convene, perform in Youngstown
Youngstown The Great Lakes Regional Convention of Organists met in Youngstown from July 2 through
Cops: Woman shot at party wasn’t even pregnant
Associated Press CINCINNATI A woman who claimed to have lost her baby during a deadly shooting
YEARS AGO FOR JULY 18
Today is Tuesday, July 18, the 199th day of 2017. There are 166 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Look beyond ‘cute’
Opinion: By Ingrid Newkirk People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Every morning, a crow with just
washington Defections by GOP kill health bill for now
Associated Press WASHINGTON The latest GOP effort to repeal and replace “Obamacare” was fatally
Let’s put a stop to hate crimes
Opinion: By Kiki Monifa Tribune News Service A few months ago, I was walking with my partner in the Jack
Private money meets conservation needs, eases government burdens
Opinion: Editor’s Note: The writer is addressing the question, “Should landowners get federal tax breaks for
GOP health-care initiative igniting broad opposition
Editorial: Are they all wrong, the Republican and Democratic governors, doctors, nurses, insurance companies,
Open house set
Open house set HOWLAND Shepherd of the Valley-Howland, 4100 North River Road NE, is hosting an
Wasabi crisis averted
Q. I recently visited an unfamiliar restaurant. When my order came, I thought they had added a
Jordanian soldier gets life term for killing 3 US troops
Associated Press AMMAN, Jordan A Jordanian soldier was sentenced Monday to life in prison after
South Side woman arrested after damaging police cruiser
Keyoshia Shaw also is charged with disorderly conduct and obstructing official business
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Harry Styles: Tonight, Wednesday
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1236.400.08 Aqua America, .71
Netflix still piling up viewers – and big programming bills
By MICHAEL LIEDTKE AP Technology Writer SAN FRANCISCO Netflix is pulling in new viewers and
Monday, July 17 (92 stories)
2 more GOP senators oppose health bill, killing it for now
2 more GOP senators oppose health bill, killing it for now
Ninth domestic violence charge sends man to prison for four years
Ninth domestic violence charge sends man to prison for four years
Pa. senators return to Capitol, but budget deal remains elusive
Pa. senators return to Capitol, but budget deal remains elusive
Netflix still piling up viewers – and big programming bills
Netflix still piling up viewers – and big programming bills
Authorities: 8-year-old Ohio boy died of accidental drowning
Authorities: 8-year-old Ohio boy died of accidental drowning
Jury awards $3.9M to family of film worker killed by train
Jury awards $3.9M to family of film worker killed by train
Ohio victims' rights effort certified for fall ballot
Ohio victims' rights effort certified for fall ballot
US Rep. Tim Ryan announces $10K grant to Butler Institute of American Art
US Rep. Tim Ryan announces $10K grant to Butler Institute of American Art
YURICH TRIAL | Wife becomes emotional as she recounts night of crash
UPDATE | Investigator can't quantify the speed of Yurich's boat
Police investigate suspicious car near Library of Congress
Police investigate suspicious car near Library of Congress
Ex-ad buyer charged with threatening Ohio GOP consultant
Ex-ad buyer charged with threatening Ohio GOP consultant
OJ Simpson faces good chance at parole in Nevada robbery
OJ Simpson faces good chance at parole in Nevada robbery
Ohio prosecutor to announce whether he'll try cop 3rd time
Ohio prosecutor to announce whether he'll try cop 3rd time
Trumbull commissioners have public meeting Tuesday on budget recommendations
Trumbull commissioners have public meeting Tuesday on budget recommendations
Austintown police investigating theft of sports memorabilia
Austintown police investigating theft of sports memorabilia
Columbus ignores panhandling law after ruling in sign case
Columbus ignores panhandling law after ruling in sign case
Credit card-skimming device found on Austintown gas pump
Credit card-skimming device found on Austintown gas pump
Woman faces charges after she reportedly breaks police cruiser window
Woman faces charges after she reportedly breaks police cruiser window
Pro tip: If dumping your drugs, don't throw them AT the police
Pro tip: If dumping your drugs, don't throw them AT the police
Man cited for leaving pet locked inside hot car - and got to keep his dog
Man cited for leaving dog locked inside hot car
Retailers, brands see green for back-to-school shopping
Retailers, brands see green for back-to-school shopping
No one injured when shots fired at Cameron Avenue home
No one injured when shots fired at Cameron Avenue home
Ohio National Guard continues Youngstown demolition work this week
Members of the 1192nd Engineer Co. in Ravenna are taking down vacant houses on Youngstown's South Side today.
Man claims he was beaten, robbed of his gun Sunday
Man claims he was beaten, robbed of his gun Sunday
Delta tells Ann Coulter her insults are ’unacceptable’
Delta tells Ann Coulter her insults are ’unacceptable’
UN reports rise in Afghan war deaths, blames insurgents
UN reports rise in Afghan war deaths, blames insurgents
RaeLynn will open for Chris Young at Canfield Fair
RaeLynn will open for Chris Young at Canfield Fair
Lions Club Turtle Derby raises $23K for sight-saving fund
Lions Club Turtle Derby raises $23K for sight-saving fund
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Easter Seals of Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana Counties will host the 12th annual
SPORTS digest
Boardman’s Vivo wins Columbus Junior Open PATASKALA Boardman High School junior Jenna Vivo, 17,
Mount Carmel Italian fest is around corner
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Our Lady of Mount Carmel Italian Festival will return this week for

The former Kuzman’s reopening with a new look, name Rolling Mills is ready
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com GIRARD Rand Fusselman has reincarnated the former Kuzman’s
Hamlin ends JGR’s season-long drought
Denny Hamlin held off Kyle Larson over the final laps Sunday at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.
Baird Brothers blanked in NABF finals
Two short fly balls that dropped for hits accounted for both runs.
Bucs win on Frazier’s walk-off single
Adam Frazier’s single was the first walk-off hit of his career.
Reeling Tribe suffers Bauer outage
Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona expected more out of his ballclub coming out of the All-Star break — a lot more.
‘Arizona’ was shot in N.M.
By CLARICE SILBER Associated Press PHOENIX It’s a mystery what direction the new feature film

The Freedom School keeps students reading through the summer
“The Freedom School isn’t just a summer reading program, it’s a movement.”
Butler to show art made by Hockney on iPad
Butler to show art made by Hockney on iPad Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An exhibition of works by
Federer blisters Cilic for record-breaking eighth Wimbledon title
Roger Federer won his eighth Wimbledon trophy and 19th Grand Slam championship.
Academic Distress Commission meets following major hires, changes to school district
Academic Distress Commission meets a week after board of education challenges Mohip’s authority
Take a look at Ohio’s aspiring marijuana growers
By DAKE KANG Associated Press CLEVELAND Longtime natives and carpetbaggers. Construction

West Side Cats and Pawz 2 Adopt Me team up for fund-raiser
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN There is a huge stray-cat problem in the
Several hurt in crashes on I-76
Staff report NORTH JACKSON Several people were hospitalized after three separate crashes on
’17 Ohio State Fair tix see new options
Associated Press COLUMBUS Visitors to this summer’s Ohio State Fair will be able for the first
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
Detroit at crossroads 50 years after riots devastated the city
Associated Press DETROIT Girard Townsend is 66 now, living in a seniors building near the
Trump lawyer: Nothing illegal in son’s Russia meeting
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s attorney insisted Sunday there was nothing
Facebook fights court order over access
Facebook fights court order over access WASHINGTON Facebook is fighting a court order that
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL AND MAHONING COURTS
COURTS columbiana county new cases LVNV Funding LLC v. Mindie Hilderbrand, money. Clerac LCL
After deadly assault, Israel reopens holy site
Associated Press JERUSALEM Hundreds of Muslim worshippers visited a Jerusalem holy site Sunday
How to keep chickens without running a-fowl of local laws
Rules on keeping chickens vary throughout Mahoning Valley
Beatitude House seeks donations for kids
YOUNGSTOWN Beatitude House is seeking donations of back-to-school supplies for the homeless and
MCBDD conducts food, money drive for Second Harvest
Staff report AUSTINTOWN As part of the Always There Week of Service, the Mahoning County Board
MORE SANDLOT RESULTS
NABF WORLD SERIES 14-U SEMIFINALS Brooklyn (N.Y.) Bonnie Paws 8, Astros Falcons 3 STRUTHERS
SUNDAY’s OTHER MLB GAMES
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 3, Red Sox 0 BOSTON CC Sabathia (8-3) allowed two hits over six
Park wins Open title after strong weekend
Sung Hyun Park shot her second straight 5-under 67 on Sunday and won a final-round battle with front-running Shanshan Feng.
9 dead, boy missing in Ariz. flash flood
Associated Press TONTO NATIONAL FOREST, ARIZ. Nine people died and a 13-year-old boy was missing
washington GOP struggles over health care efforts
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Senate delayed a highly anticipated vote this week to repeal and
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES VETERANS Clothing allowance YOUNGSTOWN Service-connected disabled veterans may
George Romero, father of zombie films, dies at 77
Associated Press NEW YORK George Romero, whose classic “Night of the Living Dead” and other
Missing-child alert
Missing-child alert WEST FARMINGTON A regional endangered-missing-child alert has been issued by
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Austintown school board, 8 a.m. work session, 700 S. Raccoon Road. Austintown
More Golf results
More Golf results SENIOR PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP OWINGS MILLS, MD. Scott McCarron shot a bogey-
Oscar-winning actor Landau dies at 89
Oscar-winning actor Landau dies at 89 LOS ANGELES A publicist for Martin Landau says the Oscar-
Whole Foods buyout is rotten deal
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Wall Street analysts tell us that Amazon’s $14 billion buyout of
Not always a good deal
Opinion: Editor’s note: The writer is addressing the question, “Should landowners get federal tax breaks for
Congress’ failure to act has borne unfettered presidential warmaking
Opinion: WASHINGTON Predictably and sensibly, a three-judge panel of the nation’s second-most important
Work to lessen any threat to Valley’s energy projects
Editorial: The stakes are far too high to allow any significant roadblock to stand in the way of the finish
YEARS AGO FOR JULY 17
Today is Monday, July 17, the 198th day of 2017. There are 167 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Sunday, July 16 (79 stories)
Trump attorney: Nothing illegal about meeting with son, Russian lawyer
The attorney appeared on five Sunday news shows today to reinforce that message
Academic Distress Commission for Youngstown schools to meet Tuesday
It will take place at 3 p.m. at the district's central offices at West Wood Street and Wick Avenue
Marijuana-growing applicants in Ohio offer variety of backgrounds, proposals
An applicant for a Youngstown growing operation said he sees the facility as a means to bring jobs to the economically beleaguered city
Northern Ohio city recovering from damaging weekend floods
Torrential downpours prompted evacuations in Central Ohio
French President Macron: My charm may soften Trump on climate change
The two leaders discussed ways the US could return to the Paris accords
UPDATED | DEA investigates pot found in Fusions made in Mexico
The Fusions came through a Trumbull County rail yard.
Mooney High School receives donation from foundation
Mooney High School receives donation from foundation
Heart Association honors Canfield school official
youngstown The American Heart Association presented Alex Geordan, Canfield Local Schools
St. Mary’s parishioners dedicate chapel
youngstown Approximately 40 parishioners of St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church attended the
Mercer Rotary gives award to Ben Bissett
Mercer Rotary gives award to Ben Bissett Mercer The Mercer Rotary Club recently honored Ben
SENIOR CITIZENS
Dollar Bank Retirees will meet at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Holiday Inn, Boardman. For
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave. will offer the following opportunities: Monday,
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 BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse for lunch.
Ohioans will vote on ballot issue aimed at reducing drug prices
Ohio Drug Price Relief Act would cap what state agencies can spend on prescription drugs

Overcoming obstacles: West Branch’s Lozier found his way with help of foster family
One of the finest moments of Rob Lozier’s West Branch career was the football team’s season finale last October.
Benefit pasta dinner to help Austintown grad with medical expenses
Katie Sokol’s pancreas will be removed and its function will be taken over by her liver.
Canfield woman turns loss of son into helping parents, St. Jude's
Wendy Avery’s son, Nick, died of cancer at 15 in St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis. Now, she helps train St. Jude staff on how to relate to patients and families.
SPORTS DIGEST || Football helmet drive under way
The Volney Rodgers Youth League is sponsoring a football helmet drive along with Simon Arias and The Grind.
Clement RBI single keys Scrappers win
Staff report FISHKILL, N.Y. Ernie Clement hit a run-scoring single in the seventh inning,
Huberman reflects on 30 years as magistrate
As Mahoning County’s longest-serving magistrate, Mark Huberman witnessed the best and worst of the legal profession in Youngstown.
Racing, Trumbull fair hospitality gets in a person’s blood, campers say
For Gene Foust and Faith Houck of Jamestown, Pa., the Trumbull County Fair is down-to-earth and relaxing.
METRO DIGEST || Labyrinth walk Wednesday
Labyrinth walk VILLA MARIA, PA. Villa Maria will host a guided labyrinth walk from 6:30 to 8 :30
Trumbull Art Gallery to celebrate 60 years
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The Trumbull Art Gallery, 158 N. Park Avenue, will
Letters reveal a beloved author
“Mockingbird Songs: My Friendship with Harper Lee” (Harper), by Wayne Flynt
Warren man charged with shooting at his twin brother, another man
One of the finest moments of Rob Lozier’s West Branch career was the football team’s season finale last October.
ODOT announces road closures and reopening for Trumbull County
The Ohio Department of Transportation has announced new road closures and a reopening for Trumbull County.
Epidemic fatigue fuels calls to end life-saving acts
Paramedic Dawn Wrask, clinical manager and education director for American Medical Response in Youngstown and Cleveland, displays packages of naloxone used to revive people who have overdosed on opiates. Wrask said she views naloxone as a tool that gives people a chance to live long enough to address their addiction. She noted that naloxone does not cure addiction, but simply restores breathing.
SATURDAY ON THE LINKS More pro golf results
SENIOR PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP OWINGS MILLS, MD. Bernhard Langer shot a bogey-free 6-under 66 on
Justice delayed is hurting Y’town city school system
Editorial: A year and nine months have passed since the constitutionality of the Youngstown Plan was challenged
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one
Dan Rivers aced No. 11 at Knoll Run. He used an 8 iron on the 160-yard shot. Scott Watkins of
How to combat racism
Opinion: First and foremost, let there be no equivocation about the deleterious effect racism has on the
Trump’s voter-fraud project quickly runs into roadbocks
Opinion: One of democracy’s best protections against blatantly preposterous proposals is that the
Drip-by-drip revelations rip at Trump presidency
Associated Press NEW YORK As Air Force One flew home from Europe, news was set to break about a
AREA GOLF CALENDAR Upcoming outings & scrambles
JULY Monday — Ohio Girls Golf Foundation Showcase at Avon Oaks Country Club. LPGA Tour
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
A look at what didn’t happen last week
Associated Press A roundup of some of the most popular, but completely untrue, headlines of the
GOLF LEAGUE SCORES
GOLF LEAGUE SCORES beaver creek meadows Applewood Ladies Golf League — Low net: M. Morway, M.
School officials worry Illinois flooding may impact classes
Associated Press ROUND LAKE, Ill. Officials in one Illinois school district are concerned that
Runners TO YOUR MARKS … Upcoming races and walks
AUGUST 2 — 19th annual Clipper Cross Country Series at Columbiana High School. Race begins at 6
MORE SANDLOT RESULTS
SOFTBALL JUNIOR LEAGUE Poland-Canfield 16, Hamilton-Fairfield 0 Poland-Canfield 13,
AROUND THE HORN Saturday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Athletics 5, Indians 3 OAKLAND, CALIF. Khris Davis hit his 25th homer, a two-
AUTO RACING roundup
XFINITY Busch dominates again in victory LOUDON, N.H. Kyle Busch tossed his 2-year-old son in
McConnell defers action on GOP health care vote
McConnell defers action on GOP health care vote Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says he’s
Drought in High Plains worst some farmers have seen
Associated Press BEULAH, N.D. Drought in North Dakota is laying waste to fields of normally
The Pete & Linda we knew
Opinion: The streets of Poland were crowded on this one Saturday afternoon. It was Celebrate Poland
YEARS AGO FOR JULY 16
YEARS AGO Today is Sunday, July 16, the 197h day of 2017. There are 168 days left in the year.
SPORTS BY THE NUMBERS 10 Source: Associated Press
Strikeouts for Indians starter Carlos Carrasco in Friday’s 5-0 loss to the Athletics.
Planning a vacation in Maine? You’ll find water, woods and woodland adventure Something for everyone
By Beth J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor For me, summer vacation means spending time on a Maine pond
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS
Lynda C. Markos to Joseph J. Vari II et al, Auburn Hills Drive #1, Boardman, $64,500. Thomas A.
5 ways how to avoid overpaying on your car loan
By PHILIP REED NerdWallet When people go car shopping, they usually focus on the vehicle they
Zzzzz: Sleep gadgets adjust if you’re restless – or snoring
By ANNE D’INNOCENZIO AP Retail Writer NEW YORK Pillows that track your snoozing patterns? A
Tips for upgrading your kitchen
Speed is of the essence when you’re upgrading your kitchen, considering that you’re likely to be
Dominion offers energy assessments
Dominion offers energy assessments Dominion Energy Ohio is offering home-energy assessments for
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Mount Carmel Italian festival, 4 to 10 p.m.: The festival will come
Allergy sprays can lead to cataracts
Q. As a cataract surgeon, I have seen several patients over the years with posterior subcapsular
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, 2 p.m., special meeting, 82 Ohltown Road. Mill
Eatery offers Brazilian cuisine
BomBocado, a Brazilian restaurant in Cornersburg, leaves no customer hungry.
HONORS
HONORS Dr. Sethi Manu, an anesthesiologist at Surgical Hospital at Southwoods in Boardman, has
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
Queen guitarist to release 3-D book about band
Queen guitarist to release 3-D book about band LOS ANGELES Queen guitarist Brian May is
Young, MetroParks have the press in their pockets
Opinion: Young, MetroParks have the press in their pockets You could not be far- ther from the truth when
Cutwork has been a popular art form for ages
The very thin, graceful lines, the black-and-gilt frame, and the cutwork initials and date “JB/1760”
Saturday, July 15 (72 stories)
OVI checkpoint on Market in Boardman tonight
The Mahoning County OVI Task Force, in conjunction with the Ohio State Highway Patrol, is conducting an OVI check point from 10:30 tonight to 2:30 a.m. Sunday at Market and Hillman streets.
Funds being raised for surgery to remove Austintown native's pancreas
Family and friends of Austintown native Katherine “Katie” Sokol streamed into St. Anne Ukrainian Byzantine Catholic Church this afternoon to enjoy a benefit pasta dinner to help Sokol with medical expenses associated with unusual upcoming surgery that involves removing her pancreas.
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty, Hubbard
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard
Public meeting on Niles city pool is Tuesday night
Public meeting on Niles city pool is Tuesday night
Historical Society hosts tour
Historical Society hosts tour SALEM Salem Historical Society will host the Underground Railroad
Cika, Ponzurick wedding to take place in fall 2018
Cika, Ponzurick wedding to take place in fall 2018
Creekside defeats Golden Spikes
T.J. DeShields tossed five solid innings to lead Creekside Fitness to Friday’s 6-2 victory over Cleveland Golden Spikes in opening-round action of the NABF senior division regional baseball tournament at Cene Park.
MVSD board eliminates position held by indicted employee
The job was no longer needed, the board president says
Oh Mama! Renegades blank Scrappers for a road loss
Mahoning Valley has lost four straight away from home
Judge overrules motion to acquit Dr. Joseph Yurich
The defense claims the prosecution presented insufficient evidence to sustain a conviction.
Police sting nabs Lisbon man for texting minor
Matthew Earl reportedly exchanged sexually explicit messages with an undercover police officer posed as a minor
Results from other area Sandlot teams
NABF At Bob Cene Park Friday’s scores Lincoln Park Rails 6, Diamond Boys 3 Release Baseball
Police: No suspects in early Friday shooting
Police said they have no suspects in an early Friday shooting on the South Side that critically injured an 18-year-old man.
Maluso, Blackson plan vocal classes
Staff report CANFIELD The cabaret duo of Mary Jo Maluso and Rick Blackson, will present two
Bond of $1M set in murder case
A judge set bond of $1 million for Arteum P. Brodeur, 24, after he was indicted in the stabbing death of Michael Krevas, 31, July 8.
‘Dunkirk’ director talks movies, message
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK Excerpts from an interview with “Dunkirk” director
METRO DIGEST || YSU relationship
YSU relationship YOUNGSTOWN Representatives of Youngstown State University and Western Galilee
Ex-teacher stipulates to probation violation
Sentence comes from guilty pleas in sexual battery case
Barnes & Noble, Starbucks open at YSU Monday
Barnes & Noble is opening a new Youngstown State University campus bookstore on the corner of Lincoln and Fifth avenues Monday morning. The 13,000-square-foot, two-story building includes a Starbucks cafe and a “spirit shop” full of YSU merchandise.
Guns, churches, immigrants: What’s in spending bill?
Associated Press WASHINGTON Out of the spotlight, a House panel has taken steps to help victims
Liz Pritchard, Brian Baranek plan fall wedding
canfield David and Tracey Pritchard of Canfield, Kris Baranek of Port Clinton, and Bud Baranek,
Reported burglary
Reported burglary LIBERTY Police say they received inconsistent information about an reported
Meet the midsummer blob
Sultry summer days practically beg to be enjoyed near the shady edge of a lake. The shade keeps it
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
How hot is too hot aboard an airliner? The law doesn’t say
Associated Press DENVER Every day, tens of thousands of U.S. airline passengers settle into
Authorities: Texting driver strikes, kills two teen girls
Authorities: Texting driver strikes, kills two teen girls AKRON Authorities say an Ohio woman
Fiat Chrysler recalls affect alternators, wiring
Associated Press DETROIT Fiat Chrysler is recalling over 1.3 million vehicles worldwide to fix
Agenda Sunday
Agenda Sunday Campbell City Council, 3:30 p.m., special meeting, 351 Tenney Ave. AGENDA runs
Cincinnati Zoo’s baby hippo named honorary deputy sheriff
Associated Press CINCINNATI A popular baby hippo at the Cincinnati Zoo has been deputized.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Pitbull, 7:30 p.m.: Mr. Worldwide, with opening act Alex Angelo,
HONDA 2018 Accord rolls out as midsize cars lose favor
Associated Press DETROIT The latest version of Honda’s venerable Accord midsize car is lower,
sunday news shows
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: TBA. NBC’s “Meet the Press”: Jay
FBI: Fugitive lawyer linked to Social Security fraud spotted
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. Federal agents tracking a fugitive Kentucky lawyer involved in
Kasich: Both parties needed for successful health care bill
COLUMBUS Ohio Gov. John Kasich says the latest version of the Senate’s health care bill remains
Honoring longtime church members
Honoring longtime church members youngstown Pastor Jonathan and Joyce Mitchell and Faith
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Ellsworth Community Church: 11171 Akron-Canfield Road, 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday. For
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1236.370.36 Aqua America, .71
Move quickly, responsibly to repurpose former YDC
Editorial: Now that the Ohio General Assembly has demonstrated the eminently good sense in preserving a perk
It will always be home
Opinion: By Sally Friedman The Philadelphia Inquirer Sometimes, it takes a sheer act of will to turn
Trump minimizes importance of Russia’s assault on US democracy
Opinion: By Max Boot Los Angeles Times For a president who lies more than any of his predecessors – even
AROUND THE HORN | Friday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 5, Yankees 4 BOSTON Aroldis Chapman walked in the winning run without
ON THE LINKS Friday’s other pro golf results
Senior Players Championship OWINGS MILLS, MD. As Bernhard Langer sank one birdie putt after
Castmates pay tribute to late ‘Glee’ star
Castmates pay tribute to late ‘Glee’ star Some former “Glee” castmates of Cory Monteith have paid
Travel ruling paves way for more refugees, but appeal awaits
Associated Press WASHINGTON A court decision on President Donald Trump’s travel ban has reopened
Police reveal grisly confession in 4 Pennsylvania slayings
Associated Press DOYLESTOWN, Pa. A pot dealer gave police a grisly account of killing four men
Winners, losers complicate GOP’s path on health care bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans’ latest health care plan would create winners and losers
SPORTS digest
Christman, Pikunas competing in Florida PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. Local golfers Cole Christman
Russian-American lobbyist admits to attending meeting
Associated Press WASHINGTON A prominent Russian-American lobbyist and former Soviet military
Anglers mourn loss of Hillman
Ohio anglers were saddened to learn of the passing Monday of Phil Hillman, who as the region’s fish
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Emily Wire and Richard Rovnak Jr., Struthers, girl, July
Military rifle shoot
Military rifle shoot West Middlesex, Pa. Hidden Valley Sportsmen’s Club, 268 Gilkey Road, will
US retail sales fall for second month as consumers pull back
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans curtailed their shopping in June, with less spending at
QUOTES IN THE NEWS
Opinion: QUOTEs OF THE DAY “This is the sign of a friendship across the ages. And that is why I wish to
Pittsburgh’s weird concert boat could soon be dismantled
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Point Counterpoint II, a 195-foot-long, self-propelled,
Automaker recalls 1.2M Accords; battery sensors can catch fire
Combined dispatches DETROIT Honda is recalling 1.2 million Accord midsize cars in the U.S.
Insurer offers coverage for Uber, Lyft drivers
Insurer offers coverage for Uber, Lyft drivers GIRARD A Girard-based insurance agency has
YEARS AGO FOR JULY 15
Today is Saturday, July 15, the 196th day of 2017. There are 169 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Friday, July 14 (136 stories)
MVSD eliminates plant manager post in wake of Vigorito indictment
The Mahoning Valley Sanitary District board eliminated the position of plant operations manager held by Anthony P. Vigorito, who is under indictment accused of falsifying training records of Youngstown water employees.
YSU's new state-of-the-art bookstore opens Monday
High above the ground floor of Youngstown State University’s new Barnes & Noble bookstore – which opens Monday at 8 a.m. – construction workers meticulously installed a 10-foot graphic depicting former YSU track runner Nina Grambling mid-stride.
Judge denies acquittal in Yurich boating fatality case
After the prosecution presented its case against Dr. Joseph Yurich, defense attorney Lynn Maro sought to have a directed verdict of acquittal on all charges, but a judge hearing the case overruled the motion.
$1M pot found in Mexican-made Fords transported through Warren to Kent
The head of the Youngstown Federal Drug Enforcement Administration says a recent marijuana-smuggling operation with ties to Warren is the first of its kind he has seen in this area.
Austintown police arrest man in underage sex sting
A sting operation conducted by Austintown police caught a Lisbon man trying to engage in sexual activity with a minor, a report states.
Bond set at $1M for Warren murder suspect
A judge set bond of $1 million for Arteum P. Brodeur, 24, after he was indicted in the stabbing death of Michael Krevas, 31, July 8.
Rapper DMX pleads not guilty to dodging $1.7M tax debt
Rapper DMX pleads not guilty to dodging $1.7M tax debt
Collector's auction features 700 classic, unusual vehicles
Collector's auction features 700 classic, unusual vehicles
DEA investigates pot found in Fusions made in Mexico
DEA investigates pot found in Fusions made in Mexico
1 Pennsylvania state trooper killed, 1 injured in crash
1 Pennsylvania state trooper killed, 1 injured in crash
Trump, administration press Republicans to back health bill
Trump, administration press Republicans to back health bill
YURICH TRIAL UPDATE | Judge overrules defense motion to acquit Dr. Yurich of all charges
YURICH TRIAL UPDATE | Judge overrules defense motion to acquit Dr. Yurich of all charges
Ohio county fair hogs to be destroyed after swine flu found
Ohio county fair hogs to be destroyed after swine flu found
Fresh Kid Ice of 2 Live Crew dies in Miami at age 53
Fresh Kid Ice of 2 Live Crew dies in Miami at age 53
2 Ohio abortion providers quietly close doors in past month
2 Ohio abortion providers quietly close doors in past month
Trump administration to appeal travel ban ruling to justices
Trump administration to appeal travel ban ruling to justices
Ohio authorities: Texting driver strikes, kills 2 teen girls
Ohio authorities: Texting driver strikes, kills 2 teen girls
Federer into 11th Wimbledon final; faces Cilic for 8th title
Federer into 11th Wimbledon final; faces Cilic for 8th title
UPDATE | 2 charged in killings of missing Pennsylvania men
2 charged in killings of missing Pennsylvania men
Honda unveils new Accord as midsize cars fall out of favor
Honda unveils new Accord as midsize cars fall out of favor
Honda recalls 1.2M Accords; battery sensors can catch fire
Honda recalls 1.2M Accords; battery sensors can catch fire
Former OSU star Spielman sues university over likenesses
Former OSU star Spielman sues university over likenesses
Police looking at inconsistent stories about Euclid Boulevard incident
Police looking at inconsistent stories about Euclid Boulevard incident
Gov Kasich: Successful health care bill requires both parties
Gov Kasich: Successful health care bill requires both parties
East Side Crime Watch has food, clothing giveaway Saturday
East Side Crime Watch has food, clothing giveaway Saturday
Mars mission astronauts rehearse water landings off Texas
Mars mission astronauts rehearse water landings off Texas

Ex-Boardman teacher back in jail after probation violation
Ex-Boardman teacher back in jail after probation violation
US retail sales fall for a 2nd month as consumers pull back
US retail sales fall for a 2nd month as consumers pull back
Trumbull judge sets $1 million bond for murder suspect
Trumbull judge sets $1 million bond for murder suspect
Markets Right Now: Stocks mixed as investors seek yield
Markets Right Now: Stocks mixed as investors seek yield
Pennsylvania state trooper killed, another injured in crash
Pennsylvania state trooper killed, another injured in crash
Russian-American lobbyist says he was in Trump son’s meeting
Russian-American lobbyist says he was in Trump son’s meeting
Palestinian gunmen kill 2 Israeli police at Jerusalem shrine
Palestinian gunmen kill 2 Israeli police at Jerusalem shrine
Prosecution to call its final witnesses in Yurich trial today
Prosecution to call its final witnesses in Yurich trial today
CLUB CALENDAR
ATHLETIC GROUPS McDonald Sideliners will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the high school. Anyone
Quilt show in Salem set for this weekend
Quilt show in Salem set for this weekend salem United Quilt Guild of Salem will host its “Color
Atkinson, Jacobson, Porter will compete next weekend
Brookfield’s Justin Atkinson tied Keegan Butler with a 73 on Thursday in the boys 17U division of the final Greatest Golfer junior qualifier at the Trumbull Country Club.

Alfred Angelo closes stores across country
A San Antonio TV station reports that an employee confirmed the company is filing for bankruptcy, and said all of the employees were notified of the closure through a conference call Thursday morning.
SPORTS DIGEST || Golf outing to benefit Chaney alumni
Pine Lakes in Hubbard will be where the first Once a Cowboy always a Cowboy golf outing will be on Aug. 26.
MVSD director tells judges 'We have enough money for refunds'
The director of the Mahoning Valley Sanitary District says it has enough money available to repair the Meander Dam, repay $5 million to Youngs-town, Niles and McDonald and “has plenty of money for the rainy-day fund.”
Grant gives boost to Girard downtown businesses
Mayor James Melfi said the city’s downtown is beset by the forces that have hollowed out retail districts throughout America.
‘SNL,’ ‘Westworld’ lead Emmy nominees
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES “Saturday Night Live,” powered by madcap skits
Neighboring company raises issues regarding proposed second Lordstown power plant
Vienna Investments, owner of a building leased to Magna Seating of Henn Parkway, has filed a request to be a formal party when the Ohio Power Siting Board has a final hearing to decide whether to allow Clean Energy Future to build a second gas-fired power plant in the Lordstown Industrial Park.
Homicide ruling in one Warren death, indictment in another
The Trumbull County coroner has ruled the Saturday death of Tyler Mitchell, 18, of Warren and Niles, to be a homicide the result of multiple gunshot wounds
A local trades council endorses Joe Schiavoni for governor
The council represents 23 unions in the Mahoning Valley