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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Mercy Health puts hospital plans on hold in wake of GM chaos
Mercy Health says the “economic uncertainty” caused by the announced idling of the GM Lordstown assembly plant this March has put a “hold” on plans to build a $250 million St. Joseph Warren Hospital in the proposed Enterprise Park development near Eastwood Mall.
Neighbors of Poland's group homes blast portrayal
Neighbors of the group homes in Poland Village showed up at Tuesday’s meeting to defend their community and voice support for a controversial piece of legislation being considered by council.
Opening statements today in client theft case against suspended judge, associates
Suspended Mahoning County Judge Diane Vettori-Caraballo used more than $300,000 allegedly stolen from her deceased client to pay her credit-card debt, according to Tuesday testimony.
Officials commend Trumbull dog warden for reversing kill stats at pound
Executive Trumbull County Dog Warden Gwen Logan says after reversing the grim statistics for how many dogs were euthanized at the county dog pound, she’s ready to change her focus to her grandkids.
Settlement requires ‘anti-hate training’ for internet troll
An internet troll who harassed a black college student with racist messages on social media has agreed to a court settlement requiring him to get “anti-hate training,” apologize in writing and on video and publicly renounce white supremacy
US surgeon general warns of teen risks from e-cigarettes
The government's top doctor is taking aim at the best-selling electronic cigarette brand in the U.S., urging swift action to prevent Juul and similar vaping brands from addicting millions of teenagers.
Caring community turns out for pasta dinners to aid family
Caring community turns out for pasta dinners to aid family
US pledges $10.6B aid for Central America, southern Mexico
US pledges $10.6B aid for Central America, southern Mexico
FLYNN SENTENCING | Sentencing of sellout Flynn delayed by judge
FLYNN SENTENCING | Sentencing of sellout Flynn delayed by judge
Beatitude House’s Ursuline Sisters Scholars Program announces scholarship recipients
Beatitude House’s Ursuline Sisters Scholars Program announces scholarship recipients
Youngstown City Schools piloting advanced manufacturing curriculum
Youngstown City Schools piloting advanced manufacturing curriculum
23-year-old woman found outdoors died of overdose, coroner says
23-year-old woman found outdoors died of overdose, coroner says
FLYNN SENTENCING | Judge disgusted with Flynn, 'sold out' country
FLYNN SENTENCING | Judge disgusted with Flynn, 'sold out' country
Saudi 2019 spending to hit record high as oil prices resume slide
Saudi spending to hit record high as oil prices resume slide
Settlement requires ’anti-hate training’ for Maryland internet troll
Settlement requires ’anti-hate training’ for internet troll
Detroit priest's comments during suicide death funeral draws anger
Parents demand removal of priest who criticized son’s death
UPDATE | Trump Foundation reaches deal to dissolve
Trump Foundation reaches deal to dissolve amid lawsuit
Media freedom group records increase in journalists killed
Media freedom group records increase in journalists killed
SHUTDOWN SHOWDOWN | Sanders says White House willing to work with Congress
Sanders says the White House is willing to work with Congress to avert a partial government shutdown
Troopers shoot teen who attacks woman, flees on horseback
Troopers shoot teen who attacks woman, flees on horseback
AP Coach of the Year: Notre Dame’s Kelly wins for 2nd time
AP Coach of the Year: Notre Dame’s Kelly wins for 2nd time
Mexico doubles minimum wage in northern border zones
Mexico doubles minimum wage in northern border zones
FLYNN SENTENCING | Gets 'Good luck’ wish from Trump
Heads to sentencing, with ’Good luck’ wish from Trump
LORDSTOWN IMPACT | Mercy Health puts Niles facility on hold
LORDSTOWN IMPACT | Mercy Health puts Niles facility on hold
US home construction rose last month, led by apartments
US home construction rose last month, led by apartments
UPDATE | Warrant issued for Dairy Queen robbery suspect
Arrest warrant issued for Dairy Queen robbery suspect
Residents weigh new vehicle tax against ‘critical’ infrastructure needs
Some residents said a proposed $5 annual license plate tax to fund road and bridge projects is too much; others said it’s too little.
AP Coach of Year honor goes to Notre Dame’s Brian Kelly
Notre Dame’s Brian Kelly is The Associated Press college football Coach of the Year and the third coach to win the award twice since it was established in 1998
Trustees discuss delinquent property taxes, water at trustee meeting
Liberty passes resolution to support Lordstown General Motors workers
Lordstown council gives second reading to amended HomeGoods tax abatement
Lordstown council gives second reading to amended HomeGoods tax abatement
Penguins squander lead for third consecutive game
The Ducks spotted the Pittsburgh Penguins two first-period goals and then roared back
Defense comes up big to stop Patriots
For once, the first time in a while, the best actually happened for the erratic Pittsburgh Steelers defense
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EDITOR’S NOTE The Reunions & Class Notes column that formerly was published Tuesdays will now be
Boardman police seek information on Dairy Queen robbery
The suspect grabbed $54 from the cash register.
Lawmakers aim to claw back trade power from the president
Opinion: “You’re the top! You’re an Arrow collar. You’re the top! You’re a Coolidge dollar. You’re the
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Gwen Stefani: Today on “Ellen
When gift giving, remember some gadgets actually fill ... A real need
Associated Press NEW YORK Sometimes you can sense that tech products are striving to solve
Lawyer of massacre suspect wants case moved elsewhere
Attorneys for a woman charged in the slayings of eight Ohio family members have asked a judge to move the case to a different court because of extensive publicity.
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Boardman school board, 5:30 p.m., regular meeting, Boardman Center Intermediate
Youngstown Crab Company closes following ownership dispute
The seafood restaurant closes after nearly 20 years in the Valley
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Courtney McLane and Kevin P. Bole, Canfield, girl, Dec.
Mill Creek MetroParks, AFSCME reach three-year deal
Mill Creek MetroParks, AFSCME reach three-year deal
Comey: House Republicans are ‘shameful’
Associated Press WASHINGTON Former FBI Director James Comey had harsh words for House
YEARS AGO FOR DEC. 18
Today is Tuesday, Dec. 18, the 352nd day of 2018. There are 13 days left in the year. Associated
Keep an eye on what you buy
Opinion: By Tom Purcell Cagle Cartoons Merry debt-fueled Christmas, America! According to a recent
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Dow Jones industrials take second straight 2-percent plunge
U.S. stocks sink to their lowest levels in 14 months Monday as retailers and health care and technology stocks fall
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc.,27.93 ‚àí0.68 Aqua America, .20
Mercy Health Foundation recognized
Mercy Health Foundation recognized YOUNGSTOWN The Association for Healthcare Philanthropy has
The Help Network Survivors of Suicide meeting is Wednesday at 6 p.m.
Help Network hosting a candlelight ceremony for those who lost a loved one to suicide
Health-care nightmare continues for the GOP
Editorial: It is revealing that Republi- can President Donald Trump, who ran on the promise of repealing and
Court-sponsored art contest winners announced
Staff report Youngstown The Mahoning County Juvenile Court Community Advisory Board recently
russia probe Drama unfolds as Flynn gets sentenced today
Hearing slated for today Associated Press WASHINGTON Michael Flynn may have given
MONDAY’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
MEN No. 11 Florida State 85, Southeast Missouri 68 TALLAHASSEE, FLA. Trent Forrest scored a
AROUND THE NBA Recaps of Monday’s games
Bucks 107, Pistons 104 DETROIT Giannis Antetokounmpo had 32 points and 12 rebounds, and the
MONDAY’S PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL Struthers to recognize 1999 boys basketball team STRUTHERS Struthers High