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Mahoning sheriff, Chevy dealer on move for breast-cancer awareness
Laura Castellano, a breast cancer survivor who works for the Mahoning County Sheriff’s Department signs her name to a pink cruiser painted by Greenwood Chevy ...
Stories published October 20, 2018
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
4-hour Youngstown hostage situation resolved without incident
A four-hour hostage situation on East Florida Avenue was resolved without incident at about 10:30 tonight by Youngstown police and a SWAT team that was at the scene for about four hours.
Thousands lose power in tonight's winds
Strong wind gusts estimated as high as 50 miles per hour were blamed for thousands of FirstEnergy customers in Trumbull, Mahoning and Columbiana counties to lose power this afternoon and evening.
Biden to stump for Cordray in Mahoning Valley
Former Vice President Joe Biden is scheduled to visit the Mahoning Valley to head a major Democratic Party fund-raiser Oct. 29 at the Lake Club and attend a rally to stump for the party’s candidate for Ohio governor, Richard Cordray.
Highland asks ODNR to start injecting wastewater into Brookfield well
Highland Field Services has applied to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources for permission to begin commercial injection of wastewater into an injection well off of state Route 7 near Merwin Chase Road.
Low-cost rabies vaccination clinic next Saturday
Mahoning County District Board of Health is offering a low-cost rabies vaccination clinic from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at the county dog warden facility, 1230 N. Meridian Road.
Kids get lift from Thomas the Train at Parto's Halloween event
When it comes to using a large replica of a famous train set he built to add enjoyment to many youngsters’ days, Eugene Eliser’s efforts are above par.
Interested in law school? YSU's Law Day is Friday
Youngstown State University will host its annual Law Day from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday in the Chestnut Room of Kilcawley Center.
Updated YoungstownLive.com offers easy access to Mahoning Valley activities
Mahoning County Convention & Visitors Bureau’s website recently gave its website a face-lift, offering “quick and easy access” to everything the Mahoning Valley has to offer.
Gonya kicks first field goal as YSU leads at halftime
Hudson's Grant Gonya kicked his first field goal
Cops search for 3rd suspect in triple homicide
Anthony L. Cooper, 19, is wanted on homicide charges; while Jody Hammer, 41, is in jail for allegedly helping him flee Ohio after the shootings.
Harding passes another test
Warren Harding stayed calm and trusted Kay’Ron Adams in its win over East.
Story of Jordan Brown murder case aired on 20/20
The story of Jordan Brown, who was 11 when he was accused of killing his father’s pregnant girlfriend at their Wampum, Pa., home in 2009, was aired Friday night on “20/20.”
Falcons still kicking after Spartans’ miss
It wasn’t just a game that came down to one kick Friday night for Fitch and Boardman. It was a season.
Campbell cops rushed to hospital after contact with “white powder”
Symptoms began to show in the officers immediately after they made contact with the powder.
Atty. Marc Dann responds to BLS in class-action lawsuit
Atty. Marc Dann maintains BLS shares blame in “wrongfully issued citations.”
Mooney wins Holy War
Jason Santisi rushes for 231 yards and three touchdowns against Ursuline.
Mahoning County judges oppose state Issue 1
The judges say the proposal undermines treatment for addiction.
Trick play gets unbeaten Hubbard going
A pass from Cam Resatar to QB Davion Daniels set up a Rafael Morales TD run.
Southern blows out Columbiana, eyes Week 11
It took 25 attempts, but the Southern Indians can finally say they beat the Columbiana Clippers.
Girard student organizes fundraiser for rare disease
The Huntington Disease awareness walk will be at 11 a.m. Oct. 28.
Urban Meyer: Buckeyes haven’t reached potential
Meyer won’t quibble with the impressive wins or the undefeated record but he knows Ohio State still needs to improve.
Radio’s Delilah on losing a child
By ALICIA RANCILIO Associated Press NEW YORK One year ago, syndicated radio host Delilah Renee
Neiman Marcus unveils its yearly list of luxury items
By LEANNE ITALIE Associated Press NEW YORK Need a $7.1 million yacht? How about jumping out of
McDonald wins to aid its playoff chances
Alex Cintron ran for 263 yards in McDonald’s 21-6 win over Western Reserve.
RECORD REVIEWS
Greta Van Fleet Album: “Anthem of the Peaceful Army” Grade: B There’s a whole lotta Led
Brian Dzenis: YSU struggling with accountability issues
It’s been at least three consecutive weeks of hearing about mental mistakes and missed assignments from Youngstown State football coach Bo Pelini and his players.
METRO DIGEST || Walmart reports thefts; 3 are arrested
Walmart reports thefts; 3 are arrested BOARDMAN Walmart on Doral Drive reported three thefts
BUSINESS DIGEST || Holiday job fair
Holiday job fair NORTH JACKSON Things Remembered will host a holiday job fair at its fulfillment
Congressional candidates explain their differences
Reps. Tim Ryan and Bill Johnson face political newcomers in the general election.
Incumbent Mahoning County commissioner, Republican challenger vie for commissioner seat
Rimedio-Righetti touts record from previous terms, while Barron wants to provide a “different political stance.”
Mahoning sheriff, Chevy dealer on move for breast-cancer awareness
Laura Castellano, a breast cancer survivor who works for the Mahoning County Sheriff’s Department signs her name to a pink cruiser painted by Greenwood Chevy personnel as Sheriff Jerry Greene looks on at Austintown dealership.
Brewers belt Dodgers to force decisive Game 7
A big lead, a bruising bullpen and a boisterous crowd have the Milwaukee Brewers all set up for Game 7.
Gamblers Anonymous will meet Sunday
Gamblers Anonymous will meet Sunday YOUNGSTOWN Gamblers Anonymous will host a meeting at 7:30
Browns trade Hyde to Jaguars
The Browns (2-3-1) will get a 2019 fifth-round draft pick from the Jaguars in exchange for Hyde.
Trump revives immigration tirades for ‘caravan’ election
Associated Press SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. Donald Trump fueled his 2016 campaign with fiery
Vote like it’s going out of style
Opinion: By Will Durst Cagle Cartoons It’s such a hoary old chestnut, the phrase should be roasting on an
11 school districts in Valley deserve renewal of levies
Editorial: Voters in the Mahoning Valley may be surprised by what they do not see this fall on their general-
Browns’ Garrett rips officials after rash of bad calls
Browns defensive end Myles Garrett roughed up NFL officials.
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas; Cruz’s
YSU volleyball swept by Cleveland State
YSU volleyball swept by Cleveland State Youngstown Cleveland State hit .394 as a team and had
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL ROUNDUP Recaps of Friday’s other Week 9 games
St. Clairsville 41, South Range 40, 2OT Beaver Township Brady Kolb carried the ball 46 times for
Today is Saturday, Oct. 20, the 293rd day of 2018. There are 72 days left in the year.
Today is Saturday, Oct. 20, the 293rd day of 2018. There are 72 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Things to know about Ohio’s medical marijuana program
Associated Press CLEVELAND Ohioans sometime in the next two months will be able to buy and use
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Store owner: Don’t warm urine in my microwave JACKSONVILLE, Fla. A Florida gas
Graffiti qualifies as a hate crime
Opinion: By Christine Flowers Cagle Cartoons I grew up with family stories.My maternal great-grand-
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v The Vindys, 5:30 p.m.: Youngstown-based rockers headline a concert
Rachel Roberts | Benjamin Clement
YOUNGSTOWN Rachel Roberts and Benjamin Clement, both of Madison, Wis., were united in marriage May
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Matthew and Abbigail Dickinson, Youngstown, boy, Oct. 18.
The Babinecs celebrate golden anniversary
The Babinecs celebrate golden anniversary
Billion-dollar Mega Millions numbers: 15, 23, 53, 65, 70
ASSOCIATED PRESS DES MOINES, Iowa The Mega Millions numbers that could win an estimated $1
The Schells celebrate anniversary
venice, fla Mr. and Mrs. Tom Schell of Venice, Fla., recently celebrated their 50th anniversary
prep sports at a glance
GIRLS TENNIS Local state tennis qualifiers eliminated in first round MASON The Mahoning
Fishing maestro hits all the right notes
Steelhead trout are music to the ears of Girard resident John Breedlove, and the tune is ringing
Penn State pledge who died after hazing spurs new law
A new anti-hazing law prompted by the death of a Penn State student after a night of drinking in a fraternity house early last year was signed Friday by Pennsylvania’s governor.
Sweetest Day concert at Powers
The Dramatics, featuring L.J. Reynolds, will headline the Sweetest Day Love Festival tonight at 8
CTNY programming
CTNY programming YOUNGSTOWN CTNY, Catholic Television Network of Youngstown, has announced the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., 38.60-0.25 Aqua America, .20
The Varleys celebrate anniversary
poland Mr. and Mrs. Tom Varley of Poland recently marked their 50th wedding anniversary. A
Gun raffle, steak dinner in Sharon
Gun raffle, steak dinner in Sharon Sharon, Pa. The Sharon Elks, 260 E. Connelly Blvd., will have
Drunk birds are staggering problem
It doesn’t happen very often, but a few weeks ago a flock of song birds made national news on radio
Artist lecture at McDonough
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Contemporary artist Diana Cooper will give a free lecture at 5:10 p.m.
The Babinecs celebrate golden anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN Mr. and Mrs. Tom Babinec recently celebrated their 50th anniversary with a surprise
Summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty
STATE DIGEST || Multiple-car crash
Multiple-car crash AUSTINTOWN Four cars were involved in a 1:20 p.m. crash Friday on state Route
Caravan migrants break border fence into Mexico
Associated Press TECUN UMAN, Guatemala Migrants traveling in a mass caravan burst through a
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Cardi B gives away coats
Cardi B gives away coats NEW YORK Hundreds of people have lined up in New York City as rapper