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Stories published September 4, 2018
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Prosecution: We have more evidence in freezer case
Prosecution says they have more evidence in freezer case

Tastes of Taiwan featured at MCCTC's Bistro
In the years that chefs from Taiwan have toured the U.S. for a cultural exchange program, they have not visited the same city twice.

Diocese to publish names in sex-abuse allegations
YOUNGSTOWN The Most Rev. George V. Murry, bishop for the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown, was back at work Tuesday, and he announced the diocese will soon publish names of priests dismissed for credible sexual-abuse allegations.
In Massachusetts primary stunner, Pressley unseats incumbent Rep. Capuano
In primary stunner, Pressley unseats incumbent Rep. Capuano
California man to stand trial for gay student's slaying
California man to stand trial for gay student's slaying
Man who barricaded himself in room faces domestic charges
Man who barricaded himself in room faces domestic charges
Mahoning gets $741,851 grant to provide housing for homeless veterans
Mahoning gets $741,851 grant to provide housing for homeless veterans
Trumbull health officials reveal positive West Nile test
Trumbull health officials reveal positive West Nile test
TROPICAL STORM GORDON | Louisiana governor warns of danger
TROPICAL STORM GORDON | Louisiana governor warns of danger
WOODWARD BOOK | Trump aide privately called him ’idiot’ tell-all says
Woodward book says Trump aide privately called him ’idiot’
Kaepernick’s Nike deal prompts flurry of debate online
Colin Kaepernick’s Nike deal prompts flurry of debate online
US report criticizes FEMA response to Maria in Puerto Rico
US report criticizes FEMA response to Maria in Puerto Rico
Trucker accused in fatal I-80 crash arraigned in Girard
Trucker accused in fatal I-80 crash arraigned in Girard
Challenger for Campbell City Council 2nd Ward seat announces run for 2019
Challenger for Campbell City Council 2nd Ward seat announces run for 2019
SENATE CONFIRMATION | Condoleezza Rice says Kavanaugh 'listens'
Condoleezza Rice says Kavanaugh 'listens'
Former Arizona U.S. Sen. Jon Kyl to replace John McCain
Former Arizona U.S. Sen. Jon Kyl to replace John McCain
Vindy special | High school reunion reveals: When steel mills closed, fates flipped
The only high school in my hometown — Campbell, Ohio — was built on a hilltop just east of Youngstown.
UPDATE | Murry back to work; will publish sex abuse list
Bishop Murry returns to work: '100 percent cancer-free'
City voters to face term limits, fracking rerun in November
City voters to face term limits, fracking rerun in November
A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN The AAC and NE8 The creation of the Northeast 8 Athletic Conference has created confusion with the All-American Conference. This breakdown explains which schools are playing in
NORTHEAST 8 Member schools are Girard, Hubbard, Jefferson, Lakeview, Niles, Poland, South Range
Boy, 6, dies after being hit by vehicle
Driver may not be charged in fatal accident By JUSTIN DENNIS jdennis@vindy.com NILES A 6
Girard bridge renamed in honor of Justin Leo
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com GIRARD A big smile crossed Pam Harasyn’s face as she remembered
Patriotic performance
Country legend Toby Keith thrills 8,000 on final day of fair By JORDYN GRZELEWSKI
Foundation celebrates decade of SUCCESS
Mahoning-Trumbull community projects have received $1.6 million since 2008
Storm brings heavy rain
By JUSTIN DENNIS jdennis@vindy.com Rainfall totaled up to 2 inches in some areas as a heavy
The next Miss America will be crowned at Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall in a nationally
The next Miss America will be crowned at Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall in a nationally televised

Women's Center improving access to care
Brought to you by MERCY HEALTH The mission of Mercy Health has remained steadfast since the
FAIR DIGEST
Sunday attendance CANFIELD On Sunday, 74,262 people visited the fair, down from 86,036 on Sunday
Man jailed after shooting gun
By JUSTIN DENNIS jdennis@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City police jailed a man accused of shooting a
Scrappers close with win, hit the road
Playoff series against Valley Cats begins Wednesday in Troy, N.Y.
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Ellsworth Township trustees, 7 p.m., town hall, 11125 W. Akron Canfield Road.
High Holiday food drive
High Holiday food drive YOUNGSTOWN The Jewish Community Relations Council is sponsoring its 28th
Browns O-line in limbo
As Steelers showdown looms, there’s no decision yet on who will replace Thomas
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Michael and Jaclyn Finamore, Youngstown, girl, Sept. 2.
Former Youngstown police officer jailed
By JUSTIN DENNIS jdennis@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A former Youngstown police officer was jailed
In fire, Brazilians see metaphor for struggles
Country mourns loss of irreplaceable treasures Associated Press RIO DE JANEIRO Firefighters
Rollback of pollution rules to hit coal country
Associated Press GRANT TOWN, W.Va. It’s coal people like miner Steve Knotts, 62, who make West
Trump suggests DOJ hurt GOP in midterms and attacks Sessions
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump escalated his attacks on Attorney General
Reunions & Class Notes
Editor’s note: Readers are asked to note the change in the deadline for items for the Reunions &
Tropical Storm Gordon brings hurricane warning to Gulf Coast
Associated Press MIAMI BEACH, Fla. Tropical Storm Gordon lashed South Florida with heavy rains
Authorities search for shooting suspect
Authorities search for shooting suspect YOUNGSTOWN Shots rang out along West Dennick Avenue on
Wedding planner step-by-step
By Family Features First comes the proposal, then comes the wedding planning. There are dozens of
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Church burglar leaves apology note after theft of equipment WATERBURY, Conn. A
Library committee to meet Sept. 11
Library committee to meet Sept. 11 YOUNGSTOWN The Nominating Committee of the Board of Trustees,
SPORTS digest
YSU women golfers lead at Mill Creek Boardman The Youngstown State women’s golf team used a
YEARS AGO FOR SEPT. 4
Today is Tuesday, Sept. 4, the 247th day of 2018. There are 118 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Driver faces charges in fatal crash on I-80
Staff report HUBBARD One woman was reportedly killed in a drunk-driving crash involving a semi
Impact Awards
Impact Awards NEW CASTLE, PA. The Lawrence County Regional Chamber of Commerce announced the
Kavanaugh’s life seems scripted for court
Nominee’s confirmation hearings begin today Associated Press WASHINGTON Judge Brett
Another food fight in school
Opinion: By Tom Purcell Cagle Cartoons It’s back to school for millions of American children, which means
Judge Kavanaugh’s hearing is an interview on behalf of the people
Opinion: WASHINGTON Another Supreme Court nomination hearing is about to begin, so brace yourself for talk
Sen. Portman unwavering in his support of the Valley
Editorial: Perhaps it’s because he’s not up for election this year, but U.S. Sen. Rob Portman, R-Ohio, wasn’t