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86 of 146 Salem workers arrested by ICE still jailed
About 60 workers at the Fresh Mark plant in Salem who were detained in Tuesday’s raid by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement have been released, an ICE spokesman confirmed Thursday.
Questions loom for GM as Lordstown's second shift ends Friday
As the second shift at the General Motors Lordstown Assembly Complex ends Friday, inevitably raising questions about the future of the plant, United Auto Workers Local 1112 President Dave Green’s mantra to himself and his members is, “One day at a time.”
Northside nurses say Steward putting profits above patient care
Several nurses from Northside Regional Medical Center showed up at Thursday’s Mahoning County commissioners’ meeting to voice their displeasure with the hospital’s new ownership.
Y'town fire station didn't close; why unclear
It turns out the city didn’t start a rotating closure of fire stations as planned.
ABC sets Roseanne spinoff for fall, minus Roseanne
ABC, which canceled its “Roseanne” revival over its star’s racist tweet, says it will air a Conner family sitcom minus Roseanne Barr this fall. ABC ordered 10 episodes of the spinoff after Barr agreed to forgo any creative or financial participation in it.
NBA Draft: Cavs select Alabama PG Collin Sexton at No. 8
Collin Sexton was a freshman at Alabama last season.
TJX VOTE | UPDATE: Lordstown council approves zone changes 3-2
Lordstown council approves zone changes 3-2
House rejects hard-right immigration bill, baring GOP divide
House rejects hard-right immigration bill, baring GOP divide
Full US appeals court to consider Planned Parenthood case
Full US appeals court to consider Planned Parenthood case
Ohio auditor is denied formal role in case over e-school closure
Ohio auditor is denied formal role in case over e-school closure
First lady visits migrant children at Texas detention center
First lady visits migrant children at Texas detention center
Koko, the gorilla who knew sign language, dies at 46
Koko, the gorilla who knew sign language, dies at 46
Ohio man shot by police after they say he shot detective dies
Ohio man shot by police after they say he shot detective dies
UPDATE | Chaos reigns in city fire department closings
Limbian: City council may have violated meetings law
Spy Convention Live on Vindy Talk Radio
Spy Convention Live on Vindy Talk Radio with Hosts Louie B. Free and Guy D'Astolfo.
YGDNA nurses voice displeasure with new Northside owners
YGDNA nurses voice displeasure with new Northside owners
Suspect arrested in rapper XXXTentacion's shooting death
Suspect arrested in rapper XXXTentacion's shooting death
66 Salem ICE detainees released for 'humanitarian reasons'
66 Salem ICE detainees released for “humanitarian reasons”
State Route 11 southbound to I-80 westbound ramp closes tonight
State Route 11 southbound to I-80 westbound ramp closes tonight
Parties in Ohio murder trial asked to consider possible plea deal
Parties in Ohio murder trial asked to consider possible plea deal
Girl, 9, fatally shot while sitting inside car in Cleveland
Girl, 9, fatally shot while sitting inside car in Cleveland
Supreme Court rules for states in online sales tax case
Supreme Court rules for states in online sales tax case
Pennsylvania fantasy sports sees $12.4M in entry fees in May
Pennsylvania fantasy sports sees $12.4M in entry fees in May
Hundreds protest following fatal police shooting of Pa. teen
Hundreds protest following fatal police shooting of Pa. teen
Phillies fan injured by flying hot dog launched by mascot
Phillies fan injured by flying hot dog launched by mascot
Poll: Majority approve of Trump's North Korea effort
Poll: Majority approve of Trump's North Korea effort
Israeli PM's wife charged with fraud, breach of trust
Israeli PM's wife charged with fraud, breach of trust
Police: Man shoots at Cleveland building with a BB gun
Police: Man shoots at Cleveland building with a BB gun
Orlando International Airport to scan faces of US citizens
Orlando International Airport to scan faces of US citizens
Trump's immigration order sparks confusion, deep concern
Trump's immigration order sparks confusion, deep concern
Four-run uprising carries Knightline
Knightline pitcher Gunnar Boehm struck out 11 in a complete game.
West Side fire station first to close today in Youngstown
Other stations will shut down on a rotating basis because of financial issues.
Attorneys continue debate over Hoerig's admissions
A videotaped interview at the Trumbull County Sheriff’s Office Jan. 17, the night Claudia Hoerig was flown back to Ohio from Brazil, showed a charming and talkative woman confessing to killing her husband, Karl, in March 2007.
Henry sets state shot put record
Ryan Henry already has his athletic career path thought out.
'I knew it was time,' Scarnecchia says
Thomas Scarnecchia, who suddenly retired Monday 30 months into his four-year term as Niles mayor, said a recent hospital stay was the catalyst for his decision to leave office.
Scrappers’ winning streak is spiked
The Scrappers open a six-game homestand tonight.
Trumbull commissioners to put jail medical services out to bid
Despite a belief that the current medical services at the Trumbull County jail are low cost and high quality, the Trumbull County commissioners will consider other providers before awarding its next contract, Commissioner Frank Fuda said.
Dobson makes a push at AJGA tourney
Sean-Karl Dobson had an excellent back nine to put himself in the title conversation.
Tribe’s Kluber first MLB pitcher with 11 wins
Corey Kluber allowed one hit over seven dominant innings.
Campbell council meets for final session before recess
City council met for the final time before its summer recess Wednesday evening, when the lawmakers approved the payment for a new scoreboard at Roosevelt Park and advanced legislation that could provide the fire department with upgraded equipment.
Liberty, Girard discuss lowering water rates
The officials met Wednesday to discuss the current contract and their desires for the upcoming 2020 contract renewal.
Hopewell Theatre unveils 2018-19 season
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Hopewell Theatre, 702 Mahoning Ave., will fully embrace its recent
Old couch inspires original short plays at Rust Belt Theater
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Rust Belt Theater Company will present “The Life of a Couch,” an
Hot Rod Super Nationals returns to Canfield Faigrounds
Hot rods, muscle cars, classic cars and more will roll into the Canfield Fairgrounds this weekend for the annual Hot Rod Super Nationals show.
YSU students show youngsters importance of anthropology
The Adventure Camp in Boardman Park also featured animal skulls and stone tools.
Registration for Head Start next month
Trumbull Community Action Program is inviting families to Race to Learning from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. July 18 and 25 to register students for Head Start
Appeals court overturns code-violation conviction
Brandon Miller will not have to serve 60 days in jail for litter and missing and unpainted steps on his property.
Valley activists, charities mobilize support for arrested Salem immigrants
An agent with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations watches as agents line workers up Tuesday outside Fresh Mark in Salem. The agency detained 146 workers at the plant.
Celebrate summer
Celebrate summer YOUNGSTOWN Dunkin’ Donuts will celebrate the first day of summer by offering
Teen Doncic already a pro, already a champion
Luka Doncic is about to become an NBA player, though he’s unlike the other top prospects who will be drafted.
Sharing a dorm room on campus
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons According to the Washington Post, at some universities, nearly 50
Fed signals gradual rate hikes
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. Federal Reserve will likely keep raising short-term
Costner’s ‘Yellowstone’ features Native American story lines
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES “Yellowstone” has everything a worthwhile
Canada to legalize marijuana in October
Associated Press TORONTO Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Wednesday marijuana will be
What’s ‘bugging’ my plant?
Q. The leaves of my rose plant are tattered like they have been eaten by a bug. What caused this and
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 21
Today is Thursday, June 21, the 172nd day of 2018. There are 193 days left in the year. Summer
SANDLOT ROUNDUP | Class B results
18-U Knightline 7, Avalanche 2 Colton Stoneman has two hits, an rbi and scored twice and Tim
METRO DIGEST || Competent for trial
Competent for trial WARREN Keion L. Stella, 35, of Dunstan Drive Northwest, was found competent
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
METRO DIGEST || Golf outing
Golf outing YOUNGSTOWN The Inspiring Minds Youngstown Chapter will host its second-annual golf-
Ohio’s GOP legislators nix a sensible gun-control law
Editorial: Republican leaders in the Ohio House and Senate have largely ignored Republican Gov. John Kasich’s
NIGHTLIFE
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Fri: Erica Blinn, 8 p.m. Barrel33, 8208 E.
Goatee, goals make this Ronaldo’s Cup
Cristiano Ronaldo’s competition with Lionel Messi is the great Millennial rivalry in sports.
Libertarian Bill Weld could be best bet to restore conservatism
Opinion: WASHINGTON “This,” exclaimed Margaret Thatcher, thumping Friedrich Hayek’s 500-page tome “The
Enjoy as strawberry season winds down
By TERRY SHEARS OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer CANFIELD A cold March and snowy April
Design yards to support, attract insects Gardening for POLLINATORS
By SHEILA CUBICK OSU Extension master gardener volunteer CANFIELD Pollinators such as bees and
Tips for tomatoes
Tips for tomatoes Tying tomato plants to stakes helps improve leaf drying in the morning,
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (PG-13) When the island’s dormant volcano begins
John Fogerty, ZZ Top deliver a classic night at Covelli Centre
Youngstown was the center of the Pittsburgh-to-Cleveland concert scene for one night, when John
Summer Solstice Stroll
Summer Solstice Stroll When: Today, 5 to 7 p.m. What: The Summer Solstice marks the longest day
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Dorothy Day House date correction
Dorothy Day House date correction YOUNGSTOWN The correct date for the roundtable meeting at the
Live music, art at Soap Gallery
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Bearcave Entertainment Collaborative is presenting “The Block Party”
Teen in ‘Making a Murderer’ asks high court to take his case
Associated Press WASHINGTON The teenager in the video sits slouched on a loveseat wearing a
Garden ‘scents’
Garden ‘scents’ An often forgotten attribute of our gardens is the fragrance from flowers or other
“The Gong Show” (8 p.m., ABC): The irreverent talent show competition celebrates unique
“The Gong Show” (8 p.m., ABC): The irreverent talent show competition celebrates unique performers
Many in Puerto Rico still under tarps as storm threat looms
Associated Press SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico Hurricane Maria ripped away part of the steel roof from
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Kalyn Sharrow and Alexander Gonzalez-Seniot, Youngstown,
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