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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Lobster-loving China sets record in crustacean imports from US
In 2016, the Asian nation imported more tha $108 million in lobsters from America
Father of shooter at Paris' Orly Airport: 'My son was never a terrorist'
An autopsy was performed on the suspected Islamic extremist to determine whether he was drunk or high on drugs when the shooting occurred Saturday
'Beauty & Beast' opens with monstrous take of $170 million, smashing many records
A King Kong movie came in a much distant second
Cleveland's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame pays tribute to Chuck Berry today
The music of the rock 'n' roll legend who died Saturday will waft through the facility today
Ohio psychic reader faces charged in purported $1.4M scam
Victims paid the Mentor woman to protect them from 'dark forces,' according to reports
YSU could improve efficiencies to save money, new report reveals
One university administrator says the study does not tell the full story about YSU's efforts to cut costs and streamline operations
Americans colluded with Russians in disrupting election, two officials say
One said there is 'direct evidence' of deception
Award-winning journalist Jimmy Breslin dies at 88
His brash style gained him considerable popularity
Bill in Ohio House seeks to cap interest on payday loans at 28%
The legislation has support from Democrats and Republicans
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KSU-Trumbull creates memorial scholarship
KSU-Trumbull creates memorial scholarship WARREN Kent State University at Trumbull recently
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Garden Gate will meet at 1 p.m. The program will be a ribbon tree. Hostess is Marcella
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave. will offer the following opportunities: 9:15
SENIOR CITIZENS
Coitsville Seniors will meet at 12:30 p.m. Thursday at Bedford Trails Golf Course Restaurant on
SENIOR MENU
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Whispering Pines District hosts Boy Scouts breakfast
Boy Scouts of America fundraiser breakfast is set for April 25
HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY|VACCARO
HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY Katherine Mary Vaccaro HONOREE Residence: Canfield, formerly of Austintown
Saxon Club honors Woman and Man of the Year
Staff report Youngstown Youngstown Saxon Club honored its Woman and Man of the Year on March 18
The poetry of Youngstown
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Allison Pitinii Davis grew up hearing stories of Youngstown
Saturday’s March 18 event featured dancing, laughter and pizza
Tuesday, March 21, is World Down Syndrome Day
Sales and use tax shows if consumers are spending
Spending shows confidence in the current state of the economy
3 views from Valley
EDITOR’S NOTE — “The Promise” is a yearlong series following the men and women living in cities
Maple syrup festival features Boy Scouts talents
Boardman Rotary also had its annual pancake breakfast fundraiser
Making church fun for children
Saturday’s children’s fair was at Church Hill United Methodist Church
Prices on the rise for most forms of entertainment BIG SPENDER
Los Angeles Times (TNS) For the last seven years or so, Joseph Armendariz of West Covina, Calif.,
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Melody Campana and Dan Lamping, Struthers, girl March 17.
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
RETIRING Albert S. Celec Jr. recently announced that he is retiring as an agent of New York Life
Appeals court refuses to stop oil in Dakota pipeline
Appeals court refuses to stop oil in Dakota pipeline BISMARCK, N.D. An appeals court on
YEARS AGO FOR MARCH 19
Today is Sunday, March 19, the 78th day of 2017. There are 287 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Rock ’n’ roll legend Chuck Berry dies
Associated Press NEW YORK Chuck Berry, rock ’n’ roll’s founding guitar hero and storyteller who
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
Don’t victimize children in reforming health care
Opinion: Don’t victimize children in reforming health care It is stated that a coun- try is measured by how
Definition of American Victorian furniture varies
Many authors define American Victorian furniture in terms of one of the many design types used from
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Dangerous Games” by Danielle Steel (Delacorte) 2. “Silence Fallen” by
The MARVEL-ous World of Disney
Integrating two worlds is problem already solved By TODD MARTENS Los Angeles Times (TNS)
American Airlines bringing back free coach meals
American Airlines bringing back free coach meals DALLAS In an industry where no popular change
Splitting pills is not a good idea
Q. I am a retired emergency-room physician. I have fought a battle for 20 years to stop pill-
March Madness Shhh! How to stream games when the boss isn’t around
By ANICK JESDANUN AP Technology Writer NEW YORK The 67-game March Madness basketball
Fact check: A Washington week of bluster
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s first spending plan for the government and
Tribune News Service (TNS)
Tribune News Service (TNS) Q. My 30-month-old has started throwing tantrums when I do not give her
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Learn about GSA at free event YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Procurement Technical Assistance
Book release at TCTC
Book release at TCTC WARREN A book release party will be from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at
SALES AND USE TAX REVENUES
SALES AND USE TAX REVENUES Below are the sales and use tax revenues for the Mahoning Valley.
‘joycestick’ project ‘Ulysses’ to become virtual reality game
By PHILIP MARCELO Associated Press BOSTON Students are developing a virtual reality game based
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Budget cuts may sour PBS’ 50th birthday
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The federal act that created public broadcasting is marking its
Jim Campbell to speak to Curbstone Coaches
Jim Campbell to speak to Curbstone Coaches BEAVER TOWNSHIP Veteran sportscaster Jim Campbell
Plans for border wall begin to take shape
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Trump administration wants to build a 30-foot-high border wall
EXCELLING IN EDUCATION
EXCELLING IN EDUCATION Diona Williams, a student in the early-childhood education program at
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Maple Syrup Festival, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.: This free event at Boardman
Crash injures one
Crash injures one NORTH JACKSON The Ohio State Highway Patrol Canfield Post is investigating the
Celebrate spring with free DQ ice cream cone
Local DQs are raising awareness and funds for Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley
MILESTONES
MILESTONES honors The Ohio State Penitentiary announced that officer Tracey Titus, who serves at
For the Week of Sunday, March 19, 2017
William Balla Jr. to England Wallace, South Ave., Youngstown, $44,000. Benjamin L. White to Terry
Pi equals running with purpose for MCCTC
Proceeds from the run benefit programs at Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley
Speaker to address PFLAG gathering
Speaker to address PFLAG gathering YOUNGSTOWN St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., will
mlb spring training Saturday’s games
Indians (ss) 4, Royals 4 Royals starter Travis Wood gave up two runs on five hits and a walk,
Blow the lid off Y’town
Opinion: Just as the Oakhill Renaissance Place criminal conspiracy wasn’t only about three schlubs who
How to create peace and joy at home
Bring on the joy! Adding mood lighting to your home will add more happiness to your home. So
Measure to protect Ohioans from payday loans timely
Editorial: It has been said many times before in this space, but it’s worth repeating: Ohio has the highest
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Lowellville Village Council, 6 p.m., city hall, 140 E. Liberty St. Mahoning
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