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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
YSU enrollment down slightly, but grade points, tests at record highs
Youngstown State University’s overall enrollment has declined nearly 1 percent since last year, but is still higher than three years ago.
Post-hurricane gas hikes falling
The Mahoning Valley avoided the recent hurricanes’ devastating winds and rain, but was hit by rising gas prices in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey last month.
Poland Twp. puts village chief's son on leave after theft complaint
A township road department worker facing a theft charge over an allegation he stole township property has been placed on administrative leave.
Ex-Lordstown coach admits sex offenses against 2 players
Former Lordstown schools volleyball and basketball coach Richard Knox pleaded guilty Wednesday to a bill of information on six felony charges, admitting to commiting sex offenses against two volleyball players.
Democrats say they have deal with Trump on young immigrants
The deal announced by Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer and House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi following a White House dinner would enshrine protections for the nearly 800,000 immigrants brought illegally to this country as kids
Struthers first responders get help in fight against opiod calls
Struthers first responders have new tools to protect themselves in the fight against opioid abuse in the city.
Boardman shop offersd cold-pressed juice that lasts 72 hours
When Laurie Chamoun’s father was sick with colon cancer, she juiced for him to make sure he got the nutrients he needed.
Ex-Niles auditor arraigned today
Former longtime auditor for the city of Niles Charles Nader, 64, was arraigned Wednesday in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court on nine charges related to the public-corruption case against former Niles Mayor Ralph Infante and his wife, Judy.
Agreement with Youngstown to provide 2nd water source for Campbell
The city of Campbell has only one source of water; if it were disrupted by an algae bloom or a line failure, the city would effectively be cut off from potable water.
UPDATE | Poland township worker charged with theft placed on administrative leave
Poland township worker charged with theft from township
Pharma Bro Martin Shkreli has bail revoked, heads to jail
Pharma Bro Martin Shkreli has bail revoked, heads to jail
Airlines work to restore normal operations after hurricanes
Airlines work to restore normal operations after hurricanes
IRMA AFTERMATH | US Virgin Islands getting aid, but still reeling from Irma
US Virgin Islands getting aid, but still reeling from Irma
Pennsylvania House GOP regroups around no-new-tax package to plug deficit
Pennsylvania House GOP regroups around no-new-tax package to plug deficit
Study prompts call to examine flu vaccine and miscarriage
Study prompts call to examine flu vaccine and miscarriage
High school shooting in Washington state kills 1, injures 3
High school shooting in Washington state kills 1, injures 3
US Rep. Tim Ryan supports bill to expand Earned Income Tax Credit
US Rep. Tim Ryan supports bill to expand Earned Income Tax credit
New initiative seeks to boost economy in Appalachia
New initiative seeks to boost economy in Appalachia
Indians win AL-record 21st straight game
Making history almost every time they take the field, the Indians won their 21st straight game on Wednesday.
Ryan: Deporting young immigrants not in nation's interest
Ryan: Deporting young immigrants not in nation's interest
Senate rejects bipartisan push for new US war authorization
Senate rejects bipartisan push for new US war authorization
Ohio sheriff: Couple, young daughter killed when truck runs light
Ohio sheriff: Couple, young daughter killed when truck runs light
Female athletes sue school district, alleging discrimination
Female athletes sue school district, alleging discrimination
Lawsuit targets searches of electronic devices at US border
Lawsuit targets searches of electronic devices at US border
Taft school put on lock down after reports of shots fired nearby
Taft school put on lock down after reports of shots fired nearby
Ex-Lordstown volleyball coach pleads guilty to six felony sex charges
Ex-Lordstown volleyball coach pleads guilty to six felony sex charges
Ohio Supreme Court to take up online charter school case
Ohio Supreme Court to take up online charter school case
Man who reported drunken man at bar gets arrested for OVI
Man who reported drunken man at bar gets arrested for OVI
Ex-Niles auditor in court on theft in office and bribery case
Ex-Niles auditor in court on theft in office and bribery case
Regulators take step to ban Delaware River gas fracking
Regulators take step to ban Delaware River gas fracking
Target stocks up on staff, raising holiday hiring 40 percent
Target stocks up on staff, raising holiday hiring 40 percent
State supreme court affirms death sentence in Warren case
State supreme court affirms death sentence in Warren case
Man claims neighbor shot his dog with children playing nearby
Man claims neighbor shot his dog with children playing nearby
Markets Right Now: Mixed open of stocks on Wall Street
Markets Right Now: Mixed open of stocks on Wall Street
East Side man tells police he was robbed while trying to buy cocaine
East Side man tells police he was robbed while trying to buy cocaine
Ohio set to execute man convicted of back-to-back killings
Ohio set to execute man convicted of back-to-back killings
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Austintown Grace Lutheran Church, 162 S. Raccoon Road., just one block from Mahoning
Port authority hears presentation on airline to replace Allegiant
Officials with the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport step up efforts to attract another airline.
Fact-finding vote begins Monday for YSU faculty
Faculty have been in the classroom and working without a contract since classes began on Aug. 23
CEO's Citizens Coalition under fire
A Youngstown City School Board member said CEO Krish Mohip’s establishment of the CEO’s Citizens Coalition is the most outrageous action Mohip has taken.
YSU expected to start Mays at QB
Hunter Wells is still working his way back from a separated shoulder.
Liberty Township rehires a retired Pat Ungaro
Liberty Township hangs onto longtime Valley politician Pat Ungaro
YSU’s next opponent suspends four after party
Four Central Connecticut football players have been suspended from Saturday’s game at YSU following their arrests at an off-campus party.
Adaptive sports organization offers free clinics
Adaptive sled hockey, basketball, and soccer are among the adaptive sports programs.
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS | Tuesday’s results
BOYS SOCCER Lakeview 4, Poland 1 CORTLAND Noah Busefink notched a hat trick and assisted on a
Filmmakers prepare to shoot here
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Shooting for the film “Them That Follow” is set to begin next month in
GM Lordstown production back on Oct. 2
Production of the Chevrolet Cruze is back on for the week of Oct. 2 at the The General Motors Lordstown Complex.
Suspect in coffee shop break in arrested
Police received several tips after a video was shown on social media.
Hollywood takes note of horror film’s huge box office The ‘IT’ factor
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer LOS ANGELES There are no sure things in Hollywood, but
Student finds his audience on Web
At age 14, Tyler McVicker of Vienna, created Valve News Network (VNN), a YouTube channel devoted to news and information about video games.
Youngstown council accepts $398K federal grant for firefighters
The city will avoid cutting back personnel and a fire truck
Neighbor: People rushing to wrong judgments after boy drowns
Lydia Carte says people seem to be rushing to wrong judgments about his family.
Committee continues search for new Canfield city manager
A committee made of city council representatives and community members is in the process of determining who they will recommend for the city manager position in Canfield.
Candidates tell crowd plans for improvement
Dr. Cryshanna Jackson-Leftwich, left, moderator of the Youngstown mayoral candidate forum Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church in Youngstown, listens as candidates, from left, Democrat Tito Brown and independents Sean McKinney and Janet Tarpley, discuss issues.
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
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Four Square Block Watch, 6 p.m., Greater Friendship Baptist Church, 646 Lakewood
Apple unveils $999 iPhone with facial recognition
Associated Press CUPERTINO, Calif. Apple has broken the $1,000 barrier with its latest and most
Enough protein in your diet?
Family Features Do you pay attention to how much protein you eat at each meal? A new study
YEARS AGO FOR SEPT. 13
Today is Wednesday, Sept. 13, the 256th day of 2017. There are 109 days left in the year.
Oktoberfest, the fall celebration of beer that began in Munich, Germany, has spread all over the
Oktoberfest, the fall celebration of beer that began in Munich, Germany, has spread all over the
History of Poland churches and trip to Cambridge is on agenda
Staff report POLAND The Poland Historical Society will have its next meeting 6:30 p.m. Tuesday,
Down Syndrome Association Buddy Walk Sept. 24
BOARDMAN The Down Syndrome Association of the Valley, 945 Boardman-Canfield Road, is hosting a
Enjoy game-winning dips
Family Features Although you may share a passion for a favorite sports team, not everyone has the
Hillary Clinton signs copies of new book at NYC bookstore
Associated Press NEW YORK Hundreds of people crowded into a bookstore Tuesday to see Hillary
FEMA estimates 25% of homes in Keys are gone
Associated Press LOWER MATECUMBE KEY, Fla. With 25 percent of the homes in the Florida Keys
Left out of the health debate, Appalachian poor seek free care
Associated Press WISE, Va. They arrived at a fairground in a deep corner of Appalachia before
Trump: North Korea sanctions ‘small step,’ warns of more
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump said Tuesday new U.N. sanctions “are nothing
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Kravitz celebration YOUNGSTOWN Kravitz Delicatessen is celebrating owner Jack Kravitz’s 60th
Holdup for borrowers claiming fraud
Associated Press WASHINGTON Tens of thousands of former students who say they were swindled by
Senate GOP struggles with deficit in work on budget, taxes
Associated Press WASHINGTON Senate Republicans are struggling with how many billions of dollars
Positions filled
Positions filled YOUNGSTOWN All math teaching positions in the Youngstown City Schools have been
Let wrath of Irma unleash a lasting positive impact
Editorial: Despite weakening in intensity as she ruthlessly roared up the Sunshine State, Hurricane Irma has
Harvey’s flooding blamed in gasoline spill in Texas
Associated Press Hurricane Harvey’s floodwaters triggered a spill of almost a half-million gallons
Renato's Pizza: The best-kept secret in Niles
Renato’s Pizza is often called “the best kept secret in Niles,” and after one bite of this restaurant’s Chicago style pizza I immediately understood why.
Ryan announces $7,598,549 in federal grants to promote economic development
Eastgate Regional Council of Governments is getting a $34,744 grant
Ohio governor debate highlights party agenda
Associated Press MARTINS FERRY Democrats used the first debate among their four candidates for
Football slowly returns in Texas
Associated Press HUMBLE, Texas Blake Herrera fidgeted with the crisp, white jersey borrowed from
Thames, Brewers beat Bucs
Eric Thames hit his 29th home run, Domingo Santana went 3 for 4 with two RBIs and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates
Canfield grad Story GMAC’s top defender
Canfield grad Story GMAC’s top defender INDIANAPOLIS Canfield High School graduate Cheyenne
Whatever happens in Washington is not the whole story of America
Opinion: By Cokie Roberts and Steven V. ROBERTS Andrews McMeel Syndication We’ve had the chance this
Hungary sets an example
Opinion: BUDAPEST Congress has returned to Washington after another unearned vacation and faces at least
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