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

2,000 without power in Trumbull County tonight

FirstEnergy reported more than 2,000 Trumbull County customers are without power after thunderstorms, hail, rain and wind came through the area this afternoon and night.


Activists air more concerns about pound

Angie Bucher vividly recalled that after getting Oliver, the sweet-natured, obedient German shepherd mix was suffering from heartworm, was filthy and had clumps of matted hair.


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Rogner's return: 'Grandpa loved Greatest Golfer'

Greatest Golfer's 2017 Ladies Open champ, Katie Rogner, is set to return to defend her title in the 2018 Greatest event.


Bling Bridal filing for bankruptcy

Bling Bridal Boutique announced on its Facebook page tonight that the store is filing for bankruptcy and “no items will be delivered.”


2 men doused with gas; suspects arrested

Police say two men were held against their will and doused with gasoline by three people at a house in the 300 block of Mansell Drive.


TRIO will help you achieve the American dream

TRIO, a local service, provides support for college-seeking students.


Avenatti to attend event frequented by presidential hopefuls

Iowa Democratic fundraiser that has been a frequent stop for those seeking the presidential nomination


Competency hearing sought in terrorist support case

Competency hearing sought in terrorist support case


Twitter denies 'shadow banning' in wake of Trump accusation

Twitter shares fell Thursday after President Donald Trump said in a tweet the company was limiting visibility of prominent Republicans and said he was going to look into the matter.


Paul Ryan quells GOP move to impeach Rosenstein

House Speaker Paul Ryan spoke out against an effort by a small group of conservatives to impeach Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein on Thursday, dooming the endeavor for now and easing a months-long standoff between House Republicans and the Justice Department.


Man dies in Hawaii shootout with police; officer wounded

Man dies in Hawaii shootout with police; officer wounded


Shooting outside Cleveland bar leaves 7 men injured, 3 critically

Shooting outside Cleveland bar leaves 7 men injured, 3 critically


Radio hosts suspended for slur against Sikh attorney general

Grewal, who wears a turban and full beard, took to Twitter on Thursday morning to call for an end to “small-minded intolerance.” The Sikh Coalition, a New York-based advocacy group, said the visible markers of the faith — unshorn hair and turbans — have long made Sikhs a target for bigotry and hate crimes.


Court: Starbucks, others must pay workers for off clock work

Court: Starbucks, others must pay workers for off clock work


Texas company cleared to put 3-D-printed gun designs online

Texas company cleared to put 3-D-printed gun designs online


Ceremony honoring men killed in Korean War is Sunday

Ceremony honoring men killed in Korean War is Sunday


Report: China, Russia and Iran conduct economic spying on US

Report: China, Russia and Iran conduct economic spying on US


DHS watchdog will review separations at border

DHS watchdog will review separations at border


Trump: US to impose sanctions on Turkey over detained pastor

Trump: US to impose sanctions on Turkey over detained pastor


Youngstown man faces drug charges after arrest on East Side

Youngstown man faces drug charges after arrest on East Side


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Youngstown South Side woman faces child-endangering charge

Youngstown South Side woman faces child-endangering charge


Death of elderly Pa. robbery victim found in pond was a homicide

Death of elderly Pa. robbery victim found in pond was a homicide


$10K grant expands programming for kids

$10K grant expands programming for kids through


Tennessee officers fatally shoot man; wife found dead

Tennessee officers fatally shoot man; wife found dead


UK relaxes health rules to allow cannabis-based medicines

UK relaxes health rules to allow cannabis-based medicines


Ohio attorney general files suit against Youngstown construction company

Ohio attorney general files suit against Youngstown construction company


Trump to have Pennsylvania rally, stump for GOP’s Barletta

Trump to have Pennsylvania rally, stump for GOP’s Barletta


Court strikes blow to nuns’ pipeline fight in Pa.

Court strikes blow to nuns’ pipeline fight in Pa.


Injured trucker won’t face trial in Ohio crash that killed 3

Injured trucker won’t face trial in Ohio crash that killed 3


MMA star Conor McGregor pleads guilty in melee case

MMA star Conor McGregor pleads guilty in melee case


Pittsburgh Zoo to introduce 6 baby beavers

Pittsburgh Zoo to introduce 6 baby beavers


Lockup List Thursday — Mahoning County jail bookings, releases

Mahoning County Sheriff's Activity


Competency hearing sought in Ohio terrorist support case

Competency hearing sought in Ohio terrorist support case


US, EU first to tackle steel, aluminum tariffs

US, EU first to tackle steel, aluminum tariffs


Police: Ohio woman chokes man with phone cord; man dies

Police: Ohio woman chokes man with phone cord; man dies


White House bars CNN correspondent from open press event

White House bars CNN correspondent from open press event


11 House Republicans seek impeachment of DOJ's Rosenstein

11 House Republicans seek impeachment of DOJ's Rosenstein


Fellows Riverside Gardens closed Friday for fundraiser

Fellows Riverside Gardens closed Friday for fundraiser


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Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman

A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships


Explosion outside US Embassy in China

Police say explosion outside US Embassy caused by small device wielded by 26-year-old man who was injured.


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Sharon bridal store silent on missing dresses

Several women said they are considering legal action against Bling Bridal Boutique.


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Unconventional swing works for Scrappers’ Nelson

Hosea Nelson hit over .400 with two home runs and nine RBIs during the Scrappers’ recent six-game road trip .


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Attorneys react to ODOT’s order to nix speed camera signs from highways

Atty. Marc Dann says the state is specific that camera warning signs are required in order to use the cameras, but some law directors are at odds over whether tthe order to remove the signs means they can’t have cameras at all on the highways. .


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Eckstein is ace in Agents Junior Classic

Butler, Muckleroy, McConnell also win.

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Mahoning officials address concerns about dogs at pound

Concerns from local animal-rights activists about problems at the Mahoning County dog shelter were aired and resolved during a Wednesday meeting.


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Swim club rivalry friendly, but intense

Rival swimmers from Boardman Tennis and Swim Club and the Applwood Swim Club met Wednesday.

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Browns ponder signing Bryant

Gordon’s absence creates huge vacancy at WR


Hubbard trustees, residents raise concerns over proposed injection well

Residents and trustees worry the proposed injection well could cause earthquakes and possibly contaminate drinking water and soil.


Jones insist Cowboys must stand for anthem

Dallas owner won’t allow protestors to stay in locker room.


Trump argument turns potentially deadly among Warren neighbors

An argument between two men Tuesday night over President Donald Trump turned into a confrontation with a shotgun – and the gunman being injured as the other man took the gun away.


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Millennial Theatre presents ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’

An old favorite will get a fresh presentation at a new venue when Millennial Theatre Company presents “Jesus Christ Superstar” at Crestview High School’s performing arts center this weekend and next.


Child porn case alleged on Lou Ida Boulevard

At least one local juvenile was victimized in a child pornography case in Austintown, said an Ohio Attorney General’s office spokeswoman


Tom Cruise goes to the extreme in latest ‘Mission: Impossible’ Ridiculously entertaining

‘Mission: Impossible – Fallout’ Grade: 3 stars (out of 4) Rating: PG-13 Running time: 2:27


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Maureen Collins in tribute to country legend Patsy Cline

IF YOU GO What: “Wine and Dine with Patsy Cline” When: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday (doors open


Barstool Sports to pay Campbell cop who resigned over promo video twice yearly salary

He resigned Tuesday after the video began circulating on Twitter


Youngstown schools announces new administrators

East and Chaney high schools are getting new principals.


Vallourec cites oil and gas boom in improved earnings

Parent company of Vallourec Star reported increases in Q2 and in first half of 2018


Warren Council considers transfer of 2 properties to port authority

Warren Council authorizes mayor to transfer two properties to port authority


METRO DIGEST || Ryan bills call for tuition-, debt-free college education

Ryan bills target debts for college education YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan is co-sponsoring


Chief deputy clerk of courts files to run for Mahoning County Court judge

She’s among five candidates to submit nominating petitions for the job


Prosecutors site Marsy’s Law in asking judge to keep Hoerig trial date intact

Prosecutors site Marsy’s Law in asking judge to keep Hoerig trial date intact

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GM cuts outlook for year

GM now expects 2018 per-share profits of $5.14, down from $6. It cited “recent and significant increases in commodity costs” along with unfavorable currency exchange rates.


Winning Mega Millions ticket worth $543M sold in Calif.

Associated Press SAN JOSE, Calif. California Lottery officials handed over a symbolic $1 million


Sherman cleared to begin practice with 49ers

CB Richard Sherman pronounced himself 100 percent when he reported to camp Wednesday and will take part in the team’s first practice today.


Browns sign Ward as players report to camp

Former Ohio State cornerback grew up near Cleveland


Gov. Kasich, Democrats on same page as to Medicaid

Editorial: The Ohio Democratic Party is circulating a video clip of Chairman David Pepper and others


Selected local stocks

Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., 42.970.48 Aqua America, .20


CD RATES

CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.


SPORTS DIGEST || Williams decries testing 'discrimination'

Williams decries testing ’discrimination’ Serena Williams has complained on social media that it’s


This land is our land

Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords The Trump administration accidentally released documents showing


Landing in Latrobe: Most Steelers report for camp

The theatrics came from all the usual suspects. So did the silence.


Scrappers pitchers contain Cyclones

Nelson, Tinsley drive in runs in 2-1 victory


Collateral damage rising with trade aggressions, retaliations

Opinion: WASHINGTON If you are not collateral damage in the escalating trade wars, the bulletins from the


Trump tape is a turning point in legal game of cat-and-mouse

Staff/wire reports WASHINGTON The sudden public airing of Donald Trump talking about paying for


Bauer cools red-hot Pirates

Cleveland ends Pittsburgh’s 11-game streak


TARIFF TRAUMA

TARIFF TRAUMA Steel, aluminum costs alarm automakers; trade talks go on Associated Press A


Lawmakers: DHS chief asserts family reunifications on track

Associated Press WASHINGTON The chief of the Homeland Security Department has told members of


AREA SANDLOTS | Upcoming tournaments

PONY PALOMINO EAST ZONE (Winner advances to Palomino World Series in Laredo, Texas Teams — Baird


METRO DIGEST || Runaway teen found

City police find runaway teenager YOUNGSTOWN City police have found a 15-year-old boy who ran


Trump delays proposed Putin meeting until 2019

Associated Press WASHINGTON The Trump administration Wednesday sought to fend off accusations


DeVos rules would cut about $13B in student-loan relief

Associated Press Students who are defrauded by their schools would have a harder time getting


OTHER DEVELOPMENTS

OTHER DEVELOPMENTS A group of 11 House Republicans on Wednesday introduced articles of impeachment


Births

Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Shawn and Sharrie Pelo, Warren, boy, July 24. Nicholas


WORLD DIGEST || Huntington income

Huntington income COLUMBUS Huntington Bank reported second-quarter net income rose of $355


FYI

Documentary puts focus on Valley rock band the BreezeWay SALEM The first installment of a


Slow-release fertilizers

Slow-release fertilizers While they are efficient for home gardeners, they can be expensive. Be


SOCIETY DIGEST || YSU Penguins are recruiting participants

YSU Penguins are recruiting participants YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University’s Team Penguins


Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.

Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Tue: Steve Vuich, 7 p.m. Barrel33, 8208 E.


Boardman woman arrested on charges of domestic violence, felonious assault

Boardman man tells police, “My mom tried to kill me.”


Thursday

Thursday Comedy Comedians of Local Interest, 8 p.m., Calvin Center, 755 Mahoning Ave.,


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Get your seat at the Robins Theatre

The long-closed Robins Theatre in downtown Warren doesn’t look like much from the outside.


NEW THIS WEEK

NEW THIS WEEK Mission: Impossible-Fallout (PG-13) sss Ethan Hunt and his IMF team, along with


ODDLY ENOUGH

ODDLY ENOUGH Man arrested after trying to pull over troopers PHOENIX Arizona authorities say a


Autism Society receives donation to host camp

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Autism Society of Mahoning Valley recently received a $10,000 grant


Birding 101: Habitat

Birding 101: Habitat When: Saturday, 8-10 a.m. What: Join naturalist Nick Parish to discover the


Are chronic-pain patients victims of the war on opioids?

The opioid crisis has captured headlines and news broadcasts for the past few years. This is hardly


Agenda Friday

Agenda Friday Poland Township trustees, 9 a.m., special meeting, administration building, 3339


Pepper problems?

Pepper problems? From picking off early blooms to waiting to fertilize until fruit is visible on


Bond set in Last Call murder case

Jury could not reach verdict first time defendant was tried


Oak disease discolors, drops leaves

Q. What is wrong with my oak trees? I have leaves that are dropping to the ground! Patrick from


Queen Anne’s lace: Beautiful flower or weed?

By Carol E. SMITH OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer Out and about one day, I spotted a sign in


YEARS AGO FOR JULY 26

Today is Thursday, July 26, the 207th day of 2018. There are 158 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED


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Plant cosmos provides harmony in the garden

“Cosmos” is the Greek word for harmony or an ordered universe.


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