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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Big 3 rest; Cavs fall to Clippers

James will play Lakers tonight


2 firefighters injured on the way to house fire in Maryland

2 firefighters injured on the way to house fire in Maryland


Sales and use tax revenue rises in 2 Mahoning Valley counties

Sales and use tax revenues rise in 2 Mahoning Valley counties


Innocent bystander bitten by Akron police dog sues city

Innocent bystander bitten by Akron police dog sues city


Local union rep roots for Trump to succeed

When I was in Boardman High School in the early 2000s, the buses would drop us off on the side of the building and we’d enter through a large set of double doors.


Immigrant from Turkey has mixed feelings about immigration reforms

Gulay Yazar no longer wears a hijab. She did so for a year, but then decided to take it off.


3 views from the Valley: An in-depth look at Trump's America

“The Promise” is a yearlong series following the men and women living in cities where the issues at the core of President Donald Trump’s campaign promises are more than just rhetoric – they’re everyday life.


Local GOP volunteer sings praises of president

A Youngstown retiree is thankful for the work Donald Trump is doing for the country


Boardman Park hosts annual maple syrup festival and pancake breakfast

Boardman Park hosts annual maple syrup festival and pancake breakfast


Pi Trail Run in Canfield benefits Rescue Mission

Pi Trail Run benefits Rescue Mission


World Down Syndrome Day celebrated with local party today

World Down Syndrome Day celebrated with local party today


OSHP investigating one-car accident in Jackson Township

OSHP investigating one-car accident in Jackson Township


Records: Ohio boy, grandfather argued days before man was killed

Records: Ohio boy, grandfather argued days before man was killed


Cleveland has doubts on body cameras for part-time work

Cleveland has doubts on body cameras for part-time work


Paris Orly Airport attacker wanted to kill, die for Allah

Paris Orly Airport attacker wanted to kill, die for Allah


Report: Trump adviser's husband picked for Justice post

Report: Trump adviser's husband picked for Justice post


EXCELLING IN EDUCATION: Julie Cheslik

Julie Cheslik is a 28-year veteran of the city schools, and for her teaching isn’t just a job. It allows her to help others, a passion that’s rooted in her spirituality.

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2 dead, others injured in crash in eastern Pennsylvania

2 dead, others injured in crash in eastern Pennsylvania


EXCELLING IN EDUCATION: Diona Williams

Diona Williams, a student the early-childhood education program at Choffin Career and Technical Center, is the Youngstown City School District’s Student of the Month.

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Rock 'n' roll legend Chuck Berry dies at 90

Rock 'n' roll legend Chuck Berry dies at 90


Trump budget clouds Public Broadcasting Act's 50th year

Trump budget clouds Public Broadcasting Act's 50th year


Trump wants to build 30-foot-high wall at Mexican border

Trump wants to build 30-foot-high wall at Mexican border


UPSET: Wisconsin Badgers bounce top seed Villanova 65-62

Wisconsin Badgers upset Villanova 65-62


Ohio lawmakers again seek to eliminate renewable mandates

Ohio lawmakers again seek to eliminate renewable mandates


Celebrate spring with free DQ ice cream cones on Monday

Celebrate spring with free DQ ice cream cones Monday


OSHP has 2 OVI checkpoints tonight in Trumbull County

OSHP has 2 OVI checkpoints tonight in Trumbull County


Trump says US 'must be paid more' to defend Germany

Trump says US 'must be paid more' to defend Germany


Lindsey Durina, Adam Griffin to marry in May

The parents of Lindsey Rose Durina and Adam Davis Griffin, both of Columbus, are announcing the

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Shurilla-Fender engagement is announced

POLAND The parents of Rachel Shurilla and Chad Fender are announcing their engagement and plans to

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Kate Heagerty, Adam Buente are engaged

CANFIELD Mark and Kathy Heagerty of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Kate

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Amanda Clark, Shane Staser announce plans

AUSTINTOWN Terry and Cindy Clark are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Clark,

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Ashley Baron, Nicholas Shuluga set May wedding

The parents of Ashley Baron and Nicholas Shuluga are announcing the couple’s engagement The bride-

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Anita Mallik, David Shilling set May date

Anita Mallik and David Shilling, both of Cleveland, are announcing their engagement. The bride-

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Nicolette Demyan | Matthew Kowal

CAMPBELL Nicolette A. Demyan and Matthew G. Kowal were married Jan. 28 at St. Joseph the Provider

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Yvette Johnson | Patrick Woodall

YOUNGSTOWN Yvette Johnson and Patrick Woodall were married Feb. 11 at Christ Centered Church. The

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Amid probe of developer, state looks into city use of water, wastewater money

Investigators, led by state auditor, are investigating the legality of city money used by a downtown property company

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JFK’s road ends in regional final

Warren JFK couldn’t quite complete a miracle comeback to win a Division IV regional title.


O’Grady returns to defend Hubbard Open title

Matthew O’Grady rolled a 300 game in last year’s finals.


Survivors of shooting also should face charges, Hamad lawyer insists

Alleges again that the three surviving victims of a Feb. 25 shooting in Howland should be criminally charged

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Tribe’s ‘Little Cowboy’ got his start with Scrappers

Josh Tomlin is now a key piece of the Indians’ rotation.


Ex- Hubbard mayor Keenan pleads guilty to raping, molesting 4-year-old

Prosecutors said Keenan, of Moore Street in Hubbard, who served as Hubbard mayor in 2010 and 2011, admitted to committing the crimes to his wife, a pastor, a social worker and his brother and sister-in-law.


Kenyan bishop visits Valley church, shares faith, culture, needs

Bishop Neofitos Kongai of Nyeri and Mount Kenya in Kenya visited his friend and former classmate, the Rev. Joe DiStefano, on Friday to catch up and to speak to the members of the St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church.


YSU developing talent in secondary

seniors Billy Nicoe Hurst and Jalyn Powell are stepping up at the safety positions.


Two ministries see merger as a blessing

Heart Reach and Neighborhood ministries are now Heart Reach Neighborhood Ministries.


PBA veteran Shafer set for Hubbard Open

At 50, Ryan Shafer plans to tour less.


RECORD REVIEWS

Spoon Album: “Hot Thoughts” Grade: A Spoon’s “Hot Thoughts” is raw, sinewy and often


‘Criminal Minds’ star will return

Associated Press LOS ANGELES Shemar Moore is set to return to “Criminal Minds” for the season


Depeche Mode hopes new CD gets people thinking

By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK Depeche Mode’s new album kicks off with a


Judge rules in favor of Trumbull engineer’s office, orders employee to pay $10,316

The decision means Robert Gatti of Hubbard must repay $10,316 owed for hospitalization benefits he received while also receiving workers’ compensation, according to the ruling.


Ohio Department of Transportation announces new road restrictions

Beginning Monday, state Route 46 north of Western Reserve Road will be closed through mid-April for a culvert replacement.


Man gets eight months for weapons, endangering charges

The judge said it was lucky no one was hurt.


Irish eyes smilin' downtown at Shamrock on Block

Celebrants enjoy the St. Patrick’s Day celebration Sham-Rock on the Block at The Federal downtown Friday night.

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Pulling a woman’s top down is vile

Opinion: By Sharon Grigsby The Dallas Morning News Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott’s aggressive


Wolverines shoot down Cowboys with 16 3’s

Derrick Walton Jr. scored 26 points and had 11 assists.


Rev. Korda to lead CTN of Youngstown

Rev. Korda to lead CTN of Youngstown YOUNGSTOWN Bishop George V. Murry has named the Rev. James


OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar

HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.


Secret Service agent’s laptop stolen from her car in NYC

Secret Service agent’s laptop stolen from her car in NYC NEW YORK A U.S. Secret Service agent


Trump, Merkel try to sidestep differences in first meeting

Associated Press WASHINGTON Though presenting a study in contrasts, President Donald Trump and


METRO DIGEST || Feed the hungry

2 face drug charges GIRARD Police arrested two people on drug-abuse charges on the same street


South Side man faces drug charges

Shawta Hasley almost collided with a police car


Tillerson: Pre-emptive force an option with North Korea

Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea The United States signaled a tougher strategy toward North


Southern Cal rallies again to upset sixth-seeded SMU

For the second straight game, USC overcame a double-digit deficit in the second half to win.


BUSINESS DIGEST ||

Leadership program WARREN The Raymond John Wean Foundation, one of 12 organizations selected


Baby bed giveaway aims to prevent infant deaths in Ohio SAVING LIVES

By Mary Beth Breckenridge Akron Beacon Journal (TNS) Simple cardboard baby beds helped Finland


BRIDGE

BRIDGE Q. Neither vulnerable, as South, you hold: x9 7 4 uQ J 2 vK J 5 2 wA K Q WEST NORTH


NEWSMAKERS

NEWSMAKERS Nobel laureate Walcott dies at 87 CASTRIES, St. Lucia Derek Walcott, a Nobel-prize


Fishing where the fish are

While the weather continues to resemble a full-throttle race down a tunnel of terror, the fact is


Ohio bill would ban fees for removing online mugshots

Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio legislators are considering a bill that would make it illegal for


Angling for carp solution

Opinion: Toledo Blade: Your bright idea to keep invasive Asian carp out of the Great Lakes could be worth $1


Today’s entertainment picks:

Today’s entertainment picks: v Maple Syrup Festival, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.: This free event at Boardman


MAHONING COUNTY COURTS

NEW COMPLAINTS U.S. Bank National Association v. Patrick P. Siciliano et al, foreclosure.


Sportsman flea market

Sportsman flea market Lowellville The Lowellville Rod and Gun Club, 6225 Quarry Road, will host


GOP, Dem lawmakers decry Trump’s cut to Meals on Wheels

Associated Press WASHINGTON Meals on Wheels, the popular service that provides food to the


S&P 500 limps to the finish line in another winning week

Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stocks limped to the finish line in another winning week, with


Automakers committed to vehicle fuel economy

Associated Press DEARBORN, Mich. Just because President Trump may weaken U.S. fuel-economy


Trump OKs changes in GOP health care bill

Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump agreed to add fresh Medicaid curbs to the


The uncertainty of March

Never trust March. Though it’s always part winter and part spring, it never seems sure which path to


washington Trump stands by wiretap claim, shrugs off dispute with Britain

Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump defiantly refused to back down Friday from


Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Amelia Williams, Youngstown, girl, March 16. Lara


UCLA pulls away from Kent State

UCLA (30-4) jumped out to a 14-point lead in the opening minutes.


Some states want tax returns public

Associated Press HONOLULU Lawmakers in nearly half the states want to add a requirement for


Bring campaign finance reporting into 21st century

Editorial: In the name of transparency, accountability and convenience in local elections, it’s past time for


State budget in state of flux

Opinion: In the next few weeks, the Ohio House will amend Gov. John Kasich’s executive budget proposal,


GOP bill to replace Obamacare would make opioid crisis worse

Opinion: A drug epidemic is ravaging the United States, and it’s getting worse, not better. More than 52,000


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