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BADASS marks first year of helping victims of image abuse
A group of local women who have given advice to Facebook, butted heads with Google and have helped thousands of victims of image abuse – more commonly known as revenge porn – are celebrating the first anniversary of their organization.
Enough, Girard residents tell city of repeated sewage backups
Joe Turner spent a week removing sewage water that flooded the basement of his North Ward Avenue home on Labor Day after heavy rains.
Malvasi pleads guilty in machine gun possession case
A Canfield man charged in federal court with unlawfully possessing an unregistered machine gun has accepted a plea deal.
Struthers safety services director cited for contempt
The city’s safety services director was cited for contempt of court by Municipal Court Judge Dominic Leone after an altercation this week.
Ford denied 1 more day; Grassley, Trump, GOP vow to push Kavanaugh to confirmation
“Bullying a survivor of attempted rape in order to confirm a nominee — particularly at a time when she’s receiving death threats — is an extreme abuse of power,” said Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California.
Several Valley prep football games delayed
A rapidly moving storm has delayed several high school football games across the area.
Collins 'appalled' by Trump's tweet; McConnell vows to 'plow through' Kavanaugh confirmation
Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, says she’s “appalled” by President Donald Trump’s tweet challenging Brett Kavanaugh’s accuser by name.
Canfield man receives Purple Heart posthumously in ceremony today
Canfield man receives Purple Heart posthumously in ceremony today
Time changed for tonight's Ursuline-Warren Harding football game
Time changed for tonight's Ursuline-Warren Harding football game
Sheriff: Md. shooter had mental illness but legally owned gun
Sheriff: Shooter had mental illness but legally owned gun
Kavanaugh update | Source: Ford to discuss death threats with FBI
The Latest on Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and a woman accusing him of sexually assaulting her decades ago
Sheriff: Man dies after apparent jump from Columbus garage
Sheriff: Man dies after apparent jump from Columbus garage
NOT REAL: CNN's Cooper explains "fake" Hurricane Florence intensity
CNN's Cooper explains "fake" Hurricane Florence intensity
It's a win! It's a boy! Browns RB Hyde scores as son is born
It's a win! It's a boy! Browns RB Hyde scores as son is born
Ohio North East Health Systems Inc. gets federal opioid funding
Ohio North East Health Systems Inc. gets federal opioid funding
US stocks head higher, set stage for more milestones
US stocks head higher, set stage for more milestones
Red Zone has youth health and wellness fair Saturday in Youngstown
Red Zone has youth health and wellness fair Saturday in Youngstown
Trumbull Regional's 13th annual Pink Ribbon run/walk is Saturday
Trumbull Regional's 13th annual Pink Ribbon run/walk is Saturday
Explosion levels Detroit-area home; 2 critically injured
Explosion levels Detroit-area home; 2 critically injured
NWS confirms tornado touchdown in Thursday's storm
NWS confirms tornado touchdown in Thursday's storm
Absentee voting for military, overseas voters to begin
Absentee voting for military, overseas voters to begin
Parent faces charges for storming school during tornado lockdown
Parent faces charges for storming school during tornado lockdown
Ohio unemployment rate unchanged from July to August
Ohio unemployment rate unchanged from July to August
Blitz Live tonight at 6:30 | Live football games, live scores, live brilliance
Blitz Live tonight at 6:30 | Live football games, live scores, live smarts
New evacuations ordered because of Florence flooding
New evacuations ordered because of Florence flooding
For Kavanaugh, path forward could be like Clarence Thomas'
For Kavanaugh, path forward could be like Clarence Thomas'
5 people, 3 of them infants, stabbed at home day care center
5 people, 3 of them infants, stabbed at home day care center
Florence evacuees return as others brace for more flooding
Florence evacuees return as others brace for more flooding
Mother shot, wounded while shielding sons at bus shelter
Mother shot, wounded while shielding sons at bus shelter
Car wash owner charged with allowing illegal animal surgery
Car wash owner charged with allowing illegal animal surgery
Despite tiny rosters, these teams aren't ready to give up.
Despite tiny rosters, teams aren’t ready to give up.
Conservative Ben Stein weighs in on Kavanaugh debate at YSU
“Women have a right to speak up. But if it was not an actual rape and not reported, why wait until now?” the former presidential speech writer asked.
Weather Service not sure if Thursday storm included tornado
The National Weather Service in Cleveland says it doesn’t know yet if a tornado was responsible for any of the damage Thursday afternoon in the Geauga County community of Middlefield or in parts of Trumbull County, but they will continue to study it to make a determination.
Baker, Browns cook up a victory
For the first time in 635 days, the Cleveland Browns found a way to win.
YSU professor on leave for inappropriate behavior
Tuba professor Brian Kiser is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a student.
Mineral Ridge places Wyllie on leave
The Rams’ football coach was placed on paid administrative leave for personal reasons.
Lisbon officer faces OVI, gun charges
If convicted of the gun charge, he can no longer be a police officer.
SPORTS DIGEST || McDonald/Springfield tickets available
Tickets for tonight’s McDonald at Springfield football game are available in both school’s athletic departments.
Turning spotlight on state Issue 1
Opinion: The recent debate on Vindy.com over the merits of state Issue 1 is important viewing as the
‘House With a Clock’ misses on all counts
REVIEW ‘The House With a Clock in Its Wall’ Grade: zero stars (out of 4) Rating: PG for
‘Life Itself’ goes to emotional extremes
‘Life Itself’ Grade: 1 and a half stars (out of 4) Rating: R for sexual references, some violent
METRO DIGEST || Rape suspect arrested
A Sharon, Pa., man previously charged with rape was arrested Wednesday in the township, according to court records.
Failed second chance lands man in jail
His probation violation resulted in a three-year prison term.
Rocker Mellencamp turns to his art at Butler event
Guests view paintings by rock and roll star John Mellencamp at the Butler Institute of American Art in Youngstown Thursday evening, just before the artist discussed his work in a gallery talk.
CLUB CALENDAR
CLUBS Buckeye Travelers Chapter M Mahoning Valley will meet for dinner at 5 p.m. Sept. 28 at
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Erica Schreckengost and Justin Patterson, Lowellville,
GOLF Wednesday’s news & notes
PGA Tiger shares lead at Tour Championship ATLANTA Another tournament, another share of the
J Balvin leads Latin Grammy nominees
By SIGAL RATNER-ARIAS Associated Press NEW YORK Reggaeton star J Balvin received eight Latin
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Pa. teen pleads not guilty to charges from Warren dispute
Judge Ronald Rice set Jasmine Hoover’s bond at $50,000.
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, Austintown, will
Commissioners make moves to improve wastewater system
Emergency project, pump station move result from flooding issues.
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Careless whiskers: Train commuter caught shaving NEWARK, N.J. A man caught on
Homicide probe
Homicide probe YOUNGSTOWN A man wanted for questioning in a June 20 homicide surrendered to
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Apple Cider Festival, 6 to 11 p.m.: The cider-making process will
Alzheimer Network to host workshops
Alzheimer Network to host workshops BOARDMAN The Alzheimer Network will present three workshops
Today is Friday, Sept. 21, the 264th day of 2018. There are 101 days left in the year.
Today is Friday, Sept. 21, the 264th day of 2018. There are 101 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Florence’s ferocity leaves residents in Wilmington ... EXHAUSTED
By CLAIRE GALOFARO AP National Writer WILMINGTON, N.C. The sun rises blazing hot over
MAHONING COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY DOCKET Home S & L Co. of Youngstown et al v. Jonathan H. Alexander et
Moon to deliver message to Trump
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea A beaming South Korean President Moon Jae-in, freshly
2 accused of cutting Christmas decorations arrested
Associated Press CINCINNATI Police say two teens accused of slashing Christmas decorations set
3 killed in Maryland warehouse shooting
Associated Press ABERDEEN, Md. A woman working a temporary job at a drugstore warehouse in
OSU closing garages’ top levels after fall
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio State University says it plans to close top levels of two parking
senate hearing If terms are met, Kavanaugh accuser may testify
Aide reveals Ford would prefer Thursday to appear before Judiciary Committee Associated Press
Republicans did Kavanaugh wrong
Opinion: By Blair Bess Cagle Cartoons Judge Brett Kavanaugh was never going to get a fair break during
HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUp | More results from Thursday
VOLLEYBALL Cardinal Mooney 25-25-25, Jackson-Milton 21-14-17 YOUNGSTOWN Marissa Landers had 14
Bank donates $15,000 to YNDC
Bank donates $15,000 to YNDC YOUNGSTOWN Home Savings recently donated $15,000 to the Youngstown
ON THE AIR | This weekend’s football on TV & radio
FRIDAY 6:30 p.m. (WPIC-AM 790) High school football: Sharpsville at Sharon. 6:30 p.m. (WLLF-FM
GOP Hokey Pokey
Opinion: By Will Durst Cagle Cartoons Be very careful, because it’s getting crazy out there. You don’t
Main library renovation caps four years of growth
Editorial: Excitement is literally building at the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County as it gears
Observatory closed over child-porn investigation
Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. The mysterious closure of a solar observatory in New Mexico
China placing Muslim children in orphanages
Associated Press ISTANBUL As tens of thousands of Uighur families have been swept up in Chinese
President blasts GOP spending plan
Associated Press WASHINGTON Raising the specter of a government shutdown in just 10 days,
AROUND THE HORN THursday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Athletics 21, Angels 3 OAKLAND, CALIF. Marcus Semien had three hits and a
Kellie Kollat to be bride of Cory Johnson
Planning an early autumn wedding are Kellie Kollat and Cory Johnson, both of Toronto, Ohio, whose
Fall rite set for Staci Lombardo, Keith Sikora
boardman Greg and Terri Lombardo of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Children bloom at sunflower story time
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Mill Creek Park hosted its monthly Tales for Tots
Trolley ride gives information on Mill Creek Park
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Mill Creek Park put on a Fun Facts Trolley Tour on Aug.
Sprout Club unearths fossil knowledge
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Mill Creek Park hosted its monthly Sprout Club event on
Kelly-McKnight nuptials will take place Sept. 22
William and Kathie Ronci of Boardman and Pam Kidston of Canfield are announcing the engagement of
MetroParks Farm hosts petting zoo for the Canfield Fair
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The MetroParks Farm ran its annual petting zoo during the
Kaylee Siffert, Justin Gittings to marry Oct. 27
poland L. Alan and Janet Gittings of Poland are announcing the engagement of their son Justin Alan
Poland works toward the future of learning
Poland Union Elementary school is working towards incorporating 21st century learning ideas into their classrooms this year.
Poland Community Briefs
Financial aid workshop There will be a financial aid workshop at Poland Seminary High School on
Boardman Community Briefs
Audobon Society to hear Bue speak The Audubon Society of Mahoning Valley invites the public to
Boardman Sports Briefs
Glenwood girls take second The Boardman Glenwood Junior High School girls cross country teams
Memorial ceremony take place on 17th anniversary of 9/11 attacks
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Austintown hosted its annual 9/11 memorial ceremony at the
Library celebrates furry friends with DIY craft
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com In celebration of National Dog Day, the Austintown library
Sprout Club unearths fossil knowledge
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Mill Creek Park hosted its monthly Sprout Club event on
Seniors create crafts for community outreach in Austintown
Seven women from the Austintown Senior Center are currently working to make a difference as part of the Senior Outreach Services group.
Canfield Community Briefs
Audobon Society to hear Bue speak The Audubon Society of Mahoning Valley invites the public to
Canfield Sports Briefs
Canfield Local Schools announces boys youth basketball academy The Canfield High School boys
Children bloom at sunflower story time
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Mill Creek Park hosted its monthly Tales for Tots
JWL of Canfield hosts 49th annual Fall Market
The Junior Women’s League of Canfield hosted its 49th annual Fall Market on the Green on Sept. 15, with more than 200 vendors set up spanning the entire Green.
Canfield Dollar General celebrating five years
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield Dollar General is celebrating its five-year
Students and staff spruce up the neighborhood
Nearly 40 Boardman High School students and district staff members were happy to work up a sweat on Sept. 7, to spruce up a southside Youngstown neighborhood.
Austintown Community Briefs
Audubon Society to hear Bue speak The Audubon Society of Mahoning Valley invites the public to
Miss Marchese, Mr. Carchedi plan autumn rite
POLAND Cindy Marchese and Theodore and Mary Jo Carchedi, all of Poland, are announcing the
Trolley ride gives information on Mill Creek Park
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Mill Creek Park put on a Fun Facts Trolley Tour on Aug.
Austintown Sports Briefs
Boys varsity golf tallies second lowest score this season The Austintown boys varsity golf team
MetroParks Farm hosts petting zoo for the Canfield Fair
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The MetroParks Farm ran its annual petting zoo during the
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