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Stories published August 26, 2018
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Archbishop calls on pope to resign for 'covering up' abuse
Francis refused to confirm or deny new allegations
Large fight mars youth football game; woman arrested
The altercation took place Saturday outside Harding Elementary
11,000 make strides for cancer care in today's Panerathon
Today's goal was $515,000 to benefit the Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Breast Care Center in Youngstown.
Austintown race to benefit those with addictions
It is in honor of Jordan Johnson who died of an overdose last year.
'Crazy Rich Asians" surprises with No. 1 spot again
In less than two weeks it has grossed $76.8 million
Obama, Bush to speak at McCain funeral
The senator's body will lie in state in Phoenix and Washington
Multiple people killed in mass shooting in Jacksonville
One suspect at the gaming tournament was reported shot and killed
Square’s interception seals Valley Christian win against Campbell
The Valley Christian needed one defensive stop
Report details factors that weren’t taken for consideration in initial Loraine Lynn case.
A complaint to Liberty police reveals details in the botched investigation. The victim's sister will drive from Florida to address her concerns to trustees at their next regular evening meeting Sept. 17.
The event is named for a Canfield High School grad
JD’s Summer Songfest Saturday drew several hundred acoustic fans to Youngstown’s downtown
Neighborhood leader grows successful block watch in face of violence, crime
Victoria Allen founded the ICU Block Watch hoping that open communication and monthly meetings might be a catalyst for neighborhood improvement.
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU volleyball tops NJIT, Bucknell
Youngstown State’s volleyball team picked up two victories on Saturday at the Bucknell Invitational.
Volunteers pitch in to clean up, beautify Lincoln Park walkway
A mere matter of hours was all that was needed to transform a long-abandoned walkway from an overgrown, trash-strewn eyesore to an area that promises to be a green oasis.
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
SATURDAY’S RESULTS FOOTBALL AREA SCORES Cleveland Benedictine 35, Ursuline 0 Valley
September events raise awareness of ovarian cancer, symptoms
September — National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month — brings several local events sponsored by the Rose Mary Flanagan Ovarian Cancer Foundation aimed at raising awareness of the deadly disease and the need for early detection for a better chance of survival.
Valley native co-founds piano bar that has quickly become a ... Hollywood hotspot
One of the hottest new nightspots in Hollywood is Tramp Stamp Granny’s, a New York-style piano bar that has been drawing actors and celebrities for sing-alongs ever since it opened.
Runners TO YOUR MARKS … Upcoming races & walks
SEPTEMBER 23 — Lordstown Apple Cider Festival 5K Race/Walk begins at 10 a.m. Advance registration
Job Opportunities’ job fair Sept. 20
The Organizacion Civica y Cultural Hispana Americana, 3600 Shirley Road, is the site of the fall job fair known as “Job Opportunities.”
METRO DIGEST || Meeting on proposed Injection wells
A town-hall meeting is set for 7 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday at Brentford House, 737 Myron St., to discuss proposed Hubbard, Brookfield, Vienna and North Lima injection wells.
METRO DIGEST || Pedestrian struck on 224
Pedestrian struck on 224 BOARDMAN A vehicle struck a 17-year-old male while he was crossing U.S.
New rides abound at 172nd Canfield Fair
A worker washes the Tornado ride at the 172nd Canfield Fair, which opens Wednesday.
Sorority to host ‘Divas of Distinction Gala’
Staff report BOARDMAN The members of the Youngstown Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard and Girard
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard and Girard
AREA GOLF CALENDAR Upcoming outings and scrambles
AUGUST Today — Seventh annual Fitch 76 & Friends golf outing at Lakeside Golf Course Lake Milton.
Program seeks volunteers
Program seeks volunteers WARREN The Guardian Angels of Trumbull County, a volunteer program of
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
Cortland Bank: Check out Kasasa accounts
Cortland Bank: Check out Kasasa accounts CORTLAND Noting the popularity of consumer rewards
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one
Rick Kale aced the No. 7 hole at Mill Creek North Course. He used a 4 iron on the 172-yard course.
Senior menu
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Shows of summer
1. Which veteran music composer-producer was the stepfather of “The Princes of Malibu” in Fox’s
Small companies thrive as customers seek unique clothing
Associated Press LONDON Claudio Belotti knows he cut the denim that became the jeans Meghan
Judge deals a blow to Trump effort to overhaul bureaucracy
Associated Press WASHINGTON A federal judge dealt a blow Saturday to President Donald Trump’s
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Polish Day, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.: Polish food, music and culture
7 arrested in protest over torn-down Confederate statue
Associated Press CHAPEL HILL, N.C. Seven people were arrested Saturday at a rally calling for a
Rocket City – a real blast
Huntsville, Ala., has space history along with an eye on the future By MARCIA DUNN AP Aerospace
For the Week of Sunday, August 26, 2018
Theresa Robin to Rajive Sharma et al, Potomac Ave., Youngstown, $30,000. Michael M. Seedna et al
Facebook bans personality app over concerns of misused data
Associated Press LONDON Facebook says it has banned a quiz app from its platform for refusing an
Teachers, the deck is stacked against you
An early-childhood educator of 38 years standing left a message asking if I had advice for
YEARS AGO FOR AUG. 26
Today is Sunday, Aug. 26, the 238th day of 2018. There are 127 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Abbey and Bruce Palmer, East Palestine, girl, Aug. 24.
A dog’s life: Fitness trackers help put overweight pets on a diet
Associated Press PRAGUE When Czech entrepreneur Robert Hasek began jogging with his dog, Darwin,
172nd Canfield Fair
172nd Canfield Fair Daily Schedule Free Daily Happenings Baby Comfort Station: next to
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS columbiana county new cases Kent State University Office of Collections v. Heather
PRO GOLF Saturday’s roundup
PGA DeChambeau pulls away from field at Northern Trust Open PARAMUS, N.J. Bryson DeChambeau
ON AREA LINKS | Local golf League scores
bedford trails Gergels Tuesday Night League Low Gross — Abby Mills 40, Lynne Grischow 43,
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Ex-pastor: Angley abused me AKRON A lawsuit filed last week by a former associate
Auditor awards 2 for clean audit reports
Staff report Trumbull County Land Reutilization and the Western Reserve Transit Authority received
Volunteers re-enact World War I encampment in Verdun, France
Associated Press VERDUN, FRANCE Hundreds of volunteers from 18 countries gathered in the
Firefighters put out another suspicious fire
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN City firefighters were called to a house fire about 12:10 p.m. Saturday
In Ireland, pope decries abuse cover-up, meets with victims
Associated Press DUBLIN Pope Francis faced a lukewarm reception and scattered protests Saturday
Lawsuit has a familiar stench
Opinion: Remember the “chicken s--- caper” that generated some gallows humor about the proposed HomeGoods
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-over 73 in the
City has little to lose in exploring Y’town Thermal
Opinion: One of my favorite song lyrics goes like this: “Watch what you say to someone with nothing. It’s
War hero, Senate leader dies
Staff/wire report WASHINGTON Sen. John McCain, who faced down his captors in a Vietnam
Fracking not the problem with water in Youngstown
Editorial: For the umpteenth time, Youngstown residents will be asked to ban fracking, and for the umpteenth
Some questions for Trump’s nominee for Supreme Court
Opinion: WASHINGTON Senate Republicans and Democrats are at daggers drawn over confirmation of Brett
Catholics should not leave church over abuse charges
Opinion: Catholics should not leave church over abuse charges The recent revela- tions of the years of
Antique car ride to return to Kings Island amusement park
Antique car ride to return to Kings Island amusement park MASON, Ohio Antique cars are coming
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, video class on
Afghan rock band struggles to hit right note in Iran
By AMIR VAHDAT Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran The band gathers in a small carpentry shop on the
New book to focus on women in Trump’s life
New book to focus on women in Trump’s life NEW YORK A best-selling author and Newsweek
TV & RADIO‘
TV & RADIO‘ TODAY 7 a.m. (GC) Golf: European Tour D+D Real Czech Masters. 8:25 a.m. (NBCSN)
Milestones
Milestones The Builders Association recently congratulated Diamond Steel Construction Co. on its
No love for ankle monitors on captured immigrants
Associated Press EL PASO, TEXAS Federal authorities’ shift away from separating immigrant
Jackson day celebration at Rock Hall
Staff report CLEVELAND The Rock Hall Live! event series will continue Wednesday with a Michael
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, 3:30 p.m., township hall, 82 Ohltown Road. Boardman
Warnings dropped as storm veers away
Warnings dropped as storm veers away HONOLULU Hawaii emerged Saturday from the threat of a
How to plan a debt-free vacation
By SEAN PYLES NerdWallet Whether you’re planning a trip to a country across the globe or packing
publishers weekly best-sellers For the week ending Aug. 19
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Texas Ranger” by James Patterson and Andrew Bourelle (Little, Brown) 2.