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Stories published January 31, 2018
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Supreme Court will hear Girard animal cruelty case
The Ohio Supreme Court will hear an appeal in a case of a Girard man accused of cruelty to animals.
Canfield High art classes make use of new technologies
Everyday use of portable smart devices continues to grow, so the technology’s presence in the classroom will follow suit. In Pete Graff’s art classes at Canfield High School, tablets and shared cloud storage have been integrated into his day-to-day lessons.
Trump infrastructure plan shifts funding to state, local governments
When President Donald Trump called for a $1.5 trillion infrastructure investment in his State of the Union address, he didn't pledge that the federal government actually would provide that much money for roads, bridges, rail and waterways.
FBI standing firm against Trump urging for release of classified memo
In a remarkably public clash of wills with the White House, the FBI declared Wednesday it has "grave concerns" about the accuracy of a classified memo on the Russia election investigation that President Donald Trump wants released.
Free after bat incident, Easton remains jailed, then rehab, judge says
A man who pleaded guilty in December to hitting his friend in the head with a baseball bat while his friend was asleep was sentenced Wednesday to time served in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court.
Girard putting bike trails project on front burner
City officials aim to use the former 27.5-acre Ohio Leatherworks property off North State Street, acquired in 2013, for bike trails to encourage an active lifestyle and bring more visitors to the city.
Trump infrastructure plan seeks to shift burden to states
Trump infrastructure plan seeks to shift burden to states
Schiavoni trails other gubernatorial candidates in money raised
Schiavoni trails other gubernatorial candidates in money raised
Rose McGowan to Harvey Weinstein: There was no consent
Rose McGowan to Harvey Weinstein: There was no consent
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
US prosecutors won't retry Menendez on corruption charges
US prosecutors won't retry Menendez on corruption charges
UPDATE | Train carrying GOP lawmakers hits truck, 1 on truck killed
Train carrying GOP lawmakers hits truck, 1 on truck killed
Spectrum switch to digital caught some cable subscribers by surprise
Spectrum switch to digital caught some cable subscribers by surprise
Ex-baseball player Oscar Gamble dies of tumor at age 68
Ex-baseball player Oscar Gamble dies of tumor at age 68
Trey Gowdy, former chairman of Benghazi panel, to retire
Trey Gowdy, former chairman of Benghazi panel, to retire
Winter homework: The promise of spring work in the garden
If you’re like me and love being outside working in your garden, this cold weather can be a bit depressing.
3 arrested in Boardman, drugs, drug paraphernalia found
3 arrested in Boardman, drugs, drug paraphernalia found
US Sen. Sherrod Brown bill to help vets passes Senate
US Sen. Sherrod Brown bill to help vets passes Senate
Girard animal-cruelty case headed to Ohio Supreme Court
Girard animal-cruelty case headed to Ohio Supreme Court
Popular Austintown bar has a closed sign on its front door
Popular Austintown bar has a closed sign on its front door
Court sides with Philadelphia in taxi companies’ lawsuit
Court sides with Philadelphia in taxi companies’ lawsuit
Columbus apartment fire forces residents to leap from windows
Columbus apartment fire forces residents to leap from windows
Abuse victims return for Nassar's final sentencing hearing
Abuse victims return for Nassar's final sentencing hearing
Trump to discuss recent tax cuts during session with workers
Trump to discuss recent tax cuts during session with workers
Hillary Clinton expresses regret over not firing adviser
Hillary Clinton expresses regret over not firing adviser
US pending home sales rose 0.5 percent in December
US pending home sales rose 0.5 percent in December
Ohio authorities say high-school student fatally shot
Ohio authorities say high school student fatally shot
Trump signs order to keep Guantanamo Bay prison open
Trump signs order to keep Guantanamo Bay prison open
Pa. teacher apologizes for Hillary Clinton spelling in letter
Pa. teacher apologizes for Hillary Clinton spelling in letter
Ex-treasurer pleads guilty to theft from Ohio firefighters union
Ex-treasurer pleads guilty to theft from Ohio firefighters union
Sojourn to the Past to sponsor spaghetti dinner
Sojourn to the Past will sponsor a spaghetti dinner from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 4
Prosecutor: Ohio man wrapped woman’s face with tape to quiet her
Prosecutor: Ohio man wrapped woman’s face with tape to quiet her
US companies added healthy 234,000 jobs in January
US companies added healthy 234,000 jobs in January
West Branch gets flak for praying at athletic events
Having nothing in place of prayer during any school-sponsored event is the best course of action for West Branch Schools, Freedom From Religion Foundation’s legal director says
Adi heartbroken to leave behind family
Amer “Al” Adi Othman is with his 90-year-old mother again in Jordan. But he had to leave his wife and daughters behind.
‘Life’s tough,’ but drugs no answer, speaker tells students
“Life’s about choices,” he said. “I ran around with a crowd that didn’t make the same choices that I did. I was always lucky enough, or I think I feared my mom enough not to do what they did,” he said. “They’d go one way. I’d go the other way.”
Sheriff says education may be a way to avoid future deputy drug exposures
A protective suit, nitrile gloves and dust mask are solutions for keeping law enforcement officers safe when confronted with deadly opiates such as fentanyl or carfentanil.
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL South Range 36, Ursuline 35, OT BEAVER TOWNSHIP Mike Cunningham had 12 points
Pharmacist accused of diluting drugs pleads guilty
Pharmacy board: Ernest Perrin diluted intravenous antibiotic drugs while working at a Boardman pharmacy
Jordan Peele is riding high over his Oscar-nominated film ‘Get Out’
By SANDY COHEN Associated Press LOS ANGELES Jordan Peele has been dreaming of his Oscar moment
Open Mind blocks fake news
Fake news is bad. Thankfully, snopes.com and similar sites identify fake news for us, but only
Ex-Traficant aide to spend two years in prison
Kovachik said she stole from a friend with dementia to fuel her gambling addiction.
Sam Pitzulo presents award to homeowners
Nancy and Mike Moschella just had to have the historic home in the 100 block of Washington Boulevard.
Warren man sentenced to life in prison for raping 4 children
A Bristolville man is going to prison for robberies
Valley leaders react to Trump's SOTU claims
President Donald Trump pauses as he delivers his first State of the Union address in the House chamber of the U.S. Capitol to a joint session of Congress Tuesday in Washington. Vice President Mike Pence, left, and House Speaker Paul Ryan applaud.
Trump warns of immigration dangers
Trump warns of immigration dangers Associated Press WASHINGTON Addressing a deeply divided
Step up your game plan for game day
Family Features Whether you want to step up your hosting game or just plan to contribute to the
Vietnam execution photo framed view of war In an instant
By JENNIFER PELTZ Associated Press NEW YORK It was a fraction of a second that jolted
The top five songs on the iTunes Store for the most recent one-week sales period:
The top five songs on the iTunes Store for the most recent one-week sales period: v “God’s Plan”:
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Lowellville school board, 7 p.m., special meeting, library/media center, 52 Rocket
Connected Links of the Week - Jan. 31
Check out this week's Connected shares from around the Valley:
As opioid crisis grows, judge aims for solutions, settlement
Associated Press The goal is impressive: Hammer out a legal deal that starts guiding the nation
Club donates to National McKinley Birthplace Memorial
Club donates to National McKinley Birthplace Memorial
January auto sales could increase or decrease
January auto sales could increase by 1 percent year over year with 1.15 million sales, Cox Automotive analysts say.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1252.60-1.89 Aqua America, .71
mahoning valley race course
mahoning valley race course TUESDAY’s RESULTS RACE 1 $10,300 - 3 yo’s & up, 5 1/2F, CLM $4,000
YEARS AGO FOR JANUARY 31
Today is Wednesday, Jan. 31, the 31st day of 2018. There are 334 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Trump’s reign of error
Opinion: By Will Durst Cagle Cartoons It’s been quite a year, the exact reverse of that whole “time flies
Mayor Brown’s charitable foundation holds promise
Editorial: Youngstown Mayor Jamael Tito Brown mixed business with pleasure Saturday night at his inaugural gala
Quick recipes to make your game day party a win
Family Features With game day approaching, your party needs food and needs it fast. Use recipes
Phantoms trade Thomson to C. Rapids
Phantoms trade Thomson to C. Rapids YOUNGSTOWN With the Eastern Conference standings extremely
Enjoy a Sunday brunch at Tara in Hermitage
IF YOU GO: Where: Tara - A Country Inn, 2844 Lake Road | Clark, PA 16113 Phone: 800-782-2803 |
Putin calls Russia list ‘hostile’ as Dems decry no sanctions
Associated Press MOSCOW Russian President Vladimir Putin described a list of his country’s
Create a better brunch at home
Family Features Whether it’s a lazy day with the family or a weekend morning with friends, brunch
Shutdown of federal government does little for either party’s image
Opinion: By Gene Lyons Andrews McMeel Syndication If the recent brief government shutdown accomplished
Big flavor for the big game
Family Features When hosting a game-day party, you’d think the focus would be on the score or the
Patriots safety predicts progress on social issues
McCourty says anthem protests have inspired dialogue
Amazon wades into health care, builds team
Associated Press Amazon is diving into health care, teaming up with Warren Buffett’s Berkshire
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman HOSPITAL Heather and Andrew Dawson, Edinburg, Pa., girl, Dec. 30.
White House reviews classified GOP memo alleging surveillance abuse
Associated Press WASHINGTON The White House said Tuesday it will conduct a legal and national
Woman faces drug charges after traffic stop
Chelsea Morris told police she would arrange a ride home from work
METRO DIGEST || McKinney hearing
McKinney hearing YOUNGSTOWN The first hearing in Sean McKinney’s election-fraud lawsuit has been