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

Senators take Game 1 from Penguins in OT

Bobby Ryan beat Marc-Andre Fleury on a breakaway 4:59 into overtime.


Foster parenting events next week in Youngstown, Mercer

May is National Foster Care Month. Come and learn what is involved in becoming a Certified Foster Parent from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Brandy Springs Park, 233 New Wilmington Road.


Warren Relay raises nearly $267K this year, falling short of goal

The 2017 Warren Relay for Life, often the state’s top relay in the American Cancer Society’s signature fund-raising event, raised $266,735 after expenses.


Hundreds of athletes from 7 counties compete today in Special Olympics in Girard

A smile crossed Ron Frisbie’s face as he looked at the gold medal draped around his neck.


Global cyber-attack's success largely rests with laziness, neglect, procrastination

The cyberextortion attack hitting dozens of countries spread quickly and widely thanks to an unusual confluence of factor.


N. Korea launches another missile, reaching 435 miles

North Korea launched a ballistic missile Sunday (North Korea time) that flew about 700 kilometers (435 miles), South Korea's military said.


Champion officer injured in crash

Champion Township Police Sgt. Jeff White was seriously injured this morning when, he swerved to avoid another vehicle on North Park Avenue Extension, causing his cruiser to go off the left side of the road and overturn several times.


Carol Pitcairn | Edgar Castaneda

ELLSWORTH Crossroads Community Baptist Church, Ann Arbor, Mich., was the setting of the April 22

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Valerie Cramer|Carl Martin

POLAND Valerie Cramer and Carl Martin were married at 3:30 p.m. Oct. 22, 2016, at Poland Village

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Dr. Kirsten Midgley|Dr. Kurt Wagner

WASHINGTON, D.C. Dr. Kristen Joan Midgley and Dr. Kurt Erik Wagner were married March 24 at The

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Miss McBride, Mr. Marstellar plan July vows

Shannon McBride and Kevin Marstellar, both of Austintown, are engaged and planning a July 8 wedding.

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Morgan Fagnano, Steve Donahue

New middletown Morgan Fagnano and Steve Donahue are engaged and plan to marry June 24. The bride-

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Wilson Hall of Fame Dinner set for May 28

The annual dinner will honor 11 inductees, and support the Woodrow Wilson High School Legacy Scholarship at YSU.


Kids to score big with items from fake-memorabilia bust

Fraudulent sporting equipment finds a second life


Pontius leads Springfield past Ursuline

Freshman Molly Pontius hit a three-run homer to lift the Tigers.


Congregation Rodef Sholom marks 150 years, reflects on future

The congregation began its anniversary service Friday night with a special guest soloist, Neshama Carlebach.

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Dowd’s HR puts YSU softball in title showdown

YSU must beat UIC twice today to win the Horizon League.


Cancer survivors share stories of hope at Warren Relay for Life

More than 1,000 people formed on East Market Street Friday evening by the Trumbull County Courthouse – all of them with one special bond. They are cancer survivors.


Devils’ Larimer blanks Sebring

Wyatt Larimer is 25-1 in four prep seasons.


Bayuk adds role as AD at Warren JFK

Jeff Bayuk has been named athletic director at Warren JFK.


Boardman man being investigated for sex offenses

Police took Robert Boyd into custody after searching two Boardman addresses


PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

FRIDAY’S RESULTS BASEBALL TOURNAMENT Division I Boardman 1, Stow-Munroe Falls 0 Luke


Suspect in Ashtabula murder held in Pa.

Awaiting extradition from Mercer County


Ryan Blaney captures first Monster pole

Ryan Blaney captures first Monster pole KANSAS CITY, Kan. Ryan Blaney earned his first career


Tom Brady will be on cover of ‘Madden 18’ video game

By BARRY WILNER AP Pro Football Writer Now, Tom Brady truly has reached the pinnacle. At least


The Zac Brown Band returns to its country roots on new album Zac is back

By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK If there’s any doubt about the style of music


Record Reviews

Blondie Album: “Pollinator” Grade: B Blondie updates their sound of recent years on


Mahoning Valley to receive $685K to fight opioid addiction

Trumbull County, hard hit by the opioid crisis, will receive the bulk of the money.


Mahoning sheriff probes check forgeries

Nine checks, appearing to be government checks, were forged and cashed at stores in the Springfield and Dayton areas.


Liberty police chase ends after suspect's car crashes with child inside

Suspect initially gave name “Thomas Jefferson” to police.


Fire on International Towers 15th floor causes brief evacuation

Fire on International Towers 15th floor causes brief evacuation


Special night of celebration for Valley teens

Students participate in a conga line during the 20th annual Special Needs Prom Friday at St. Mary’s Assumption Social Center.

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Local auto sales up 18.6 percent in April

There were 5,021 sales of new and used vehicles in April 2017 compared with 4,232 in April 2016.


Address global warming posthaste

Opinion: By Dean Baker Tribune News Service There are two enormous myths about global warming. One is


Former Browns WR Jackson killed

Former Browns WR Michael Jackson, 48, died in a motorcycle accident.


Today’s entertainment picks:

Today’s entertainment picks: v “Hairspray,” 7:30 p.m.: The movie-turned-Broadway musical on stage


MAHONING COUNTY COURTS

Marriage licenses Corey J. Fonner, 22, of 3425 Kirk Road, Youngstown, and Hunter C. Kelleher, 22, of same.


Rifle safety, target shooting

Rifle safety, target shooting Niles Western Reserve Fish & Game is having a series of range and


Take hands-off approach to baby wildlife

The hills are alive with wild creatures. In May, white-tailed deer drop fawns, litters of raccoons


Browns rookie denies any illegal drug use

Jabrill Peppers is under scrutiny after being placed in the NFL’s drug program for a diluted urine sample.


BUSINESS DIGEST ||

Name change YOUNGSTOWN Dominion East Ohio on Friday began serving customers under its new name,


GREATEST JUNIORS QUALIFIER

GREATEST JUNIORS QUALIFIER TEE TIMES TODAY AT SQUAW CREEK BOYS 17-U 1 p.m. Joey Vitali,


Bella Sera event to benefit Oblate Sisters

Bella Sera event to benefit Oblate Sisters YOUNGSTOWN The third annual Bella Sera event is


Research reveals America is becoming less religious

The Kansas City Star (TNS) KANSAS CITY, Mo. Josh Stewart differs from most atheists. He’ll tell


Santana, Twins bullpen blank Tribe

Sano homered for Minnesota


BRIDGE

BRIDGE Q. Neither vulnerable, as South, you hold: xA 5 uK 8 5 vJ 4 2 wK 9 8 5 3 Three passes


METROSFlbdigest

Fatal Indiana crash involves Canfield man WAYNE, Ind. Indiana State Police are investigating an


Our sick, cruel culture

Opinion: Toledo Blade: In a truly alarming study, made after an extensive examination of school and police


ODDLY ENOugh

ODDLY ENOugh Animals offer finals week stress relief at Montana State BOZEMAN, Mont. A


METRO DIGEST || Citation to commemorate All for the Kids

All For the Kids AUSTINTOWN U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Howland, D-13th, will present Hope Foundation


OUT & ABOUT Club Calendar

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


Music to my ears

Many years ago, a red-winged blackbird made quite an impression on a young angler. I don’t know


Attorney general sparks fear with push for harsh sentences

Associated Press WASHINGTON The nation’s federal prosecutors should bring the toughest charges


YEARS AGO FOR MAY 13

Today is Saturday, May 13, the 133rd day of 2017. There are 232 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED


After four weeks, S&P 500 down

Associated Press NEW YORK Shares of department stores sank again Friday, hurt by more evidence


Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Frank Palmer and Fallon Evans, Youngstown, boy, May 11.


Trump lawyers push back against Russia ties in letter

Associated Press WASHINGTON Lawyers for President Donald Trump said Friday that a review of his


Police chief, 2 nursing home employees killed; shooter dead

Associated Press KIRKERSVILLE, Ohio An armed man gunned down a new village police chief on an


POLICE CALLS

POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD May


Dozens of countries hit by huge cyber attack

Associated Press NEW YORK Dozens of countries were hit with a huge cyber- extortion attack


Judge throws out felony drug charges

Was second felony arrest for man this year on drug charges


US retail sales rebounded in April after sluggish winter

Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans stepped up their spending at auto dealers, hardware


Trump warns ousted FBI chief in tweet

Associated Press WASHINGTON Raging against a political firestorm, President Donald Trump on


School says Ohio boy never said he was bullied

Associated Press CINCINNATI An 8-year-old boy shown on surveillance video being knocked to the


CEOs making out like bandits

Opinion: By David O. FRIEDRICHS The Philadelphia Inquirer The Wall Street Journal reported last month


Let’s hear it for Valley’s heroes for health care

Editorial: Hospitals across the coun- try face daunting challenges in their mission to provide professional,


Tourism hot spots: Hawaii & Ohio?

Opinion: COLUMBUS Remember that time the governor urged people to consider Ohio for their vacation


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