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Stories published September 27, 2018
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Police believe missing autistic boy's body found in N.C. creek
The chief of a North Carolina police department said Thursday he was “heartbroken” over the discovery of a body believed to be that of a missing 6-year-old boy.
Feds raid Canfield home of indicted arms dealer
Federal agents today raided the home of a township man accused of selling high-powered firearms to illegal buyers in Mexico.
Local voices assess Ford/Kavanaugh hearing
The testimony of Christine Blasey Ford and Brett Kavanaugh, a conservative nominee for the Supreme Court, dominated the collective American consciousness today.
Open carry walk on Kent State campus Saturday
The Kent State University campus will be the site of an open-carry walk, organized by an outside group from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday.
2 dogs abandoned inside car in North Side driveway
Two dogs found in a car Wednesday on the North Side and taken to the Animal Charity Humane Society were getting the spa treatment Thursday.
Academic distress commission OKs $6,000 bonus for CEO Krish Mohip
Academic distress commission OKs $6,000 bonus for CEO Krish Mohip
Ursuline football player seeks restraining order against OHSAA ruling
Ursuline football player seeks restraining order against OHSAA ruling
Kent State heightens security for outside group's open carry walk
Kent State heightens security for outside group's open carry walk
YCSD food service earns grant, expands healthy options
YCSD food service earns grant, expands healthy options
76-year-old woman indicted for buying guns for felon
76-year-old woman indicted for buying guns for felon
WWII soldier's remains laid to rest 74 years after battle
WWII soldier's remains laid to rest 74 years after battle
Company seeks to build Ohio's largest solar power plant
Company seeks to build Ohio's largest solar power plant
Police find drugs, cash while serving search warrant
Police find drugs, cash while serving search warrant
Boo! A Halloween display so scary that neighbor calls 911
Boo! A Halloween display so scary that neighbor calls 911
Hubbard officials take part in active shooter drill
Hubbard officials take part in active shooter drill
ROSENSTEIN MEETING | Trump postpones session
Trump says he prefers to keep Rosenstein, may delay meeting
KAVANAUGH HEARING | Ford finishes testimony; judge speaks next
The Latest on the Supreme Court nomination of Brett Kavanaugh
Ford, Kavanaugh and a Senate hearing: A viewer's guide
Ford, Kavanaugh and a Senate hearing: A viewer's guide
The Funny Farm Comedy Club reopens downtown
The club is the newest addition to downtown's nightlife, and will have a second location in Hermitage too.
CEO expects better grades in the future
Youngstown City Schools CEO Krish Mohip said he's expecting better state report card grades in the coming years, and also proposes changes to the strategic plan.
Cassaro, Dennison happy to get back on the ice
Gianfranco Cassaro missed most of the Phantoms’ most successful playoff run.
Patrons get a blast from the past at Time Capsule Toys
There will be a one-year anniversary sale at the Girard viintage toy store.
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU announces Herb Williams scholarship
Youngstown State’s athletic department announce the Herb Williams Scholarship to enhance the YSU athletics Scholarship Endowment Fund.
Ex-Smith Township police chief guilty of $10k theft
A jury found John Siranovic guilty of stealing about $10,000 from the Smith Township Police Department’s evidence locker.
Austintown family traps, ties up intruder
The family set a trap for a man they believed broke into their home three times in four days.
Youngstown Symphony bringing Mozart to life
YSO will mark a historical milestone with a fresh approach at Saturday's season-opening concert.
PREPS AT A GLANCE
PREPS AT A GLANCE WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS GIRLS SOCCER Canfield 3, Boardman 1 CANFIELD Ellie
Struthers council remembers local woman killed in crash
Road resurfacing and sealing projects for the summer should be complete by Friday, the mayor said.
Natural-hair event organized by local entrepreneur Saturday at YSU
“The Mane Event” promotes natural-hair care and wellness.
Prosecutors say high court ruling doesn’t overturn Bristol murder conviction
Trumbull County prosecutors responded Wednesday to an appeal filed by an attorney for convicted murderer Austin Burke, saying a June U.S. Supreme Court ruling on cellphone-tracking technology isn’t a reason to overturn Burke’s convictions.
State recognizes CCA for halfway-house program
Those who complete CCA’s halfway-house program reoffend at rates below than state and national averages.
Trump admits influence of allegations against him
An agitated President Donald Trump acknowledged Wednesday that past accusations of sexual misconduct against him have influenced the way he views similar allegations his Supreme Court nominee, Judge Brett Kavanaugh, who was set to testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee today about multiple accusations.
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Oregon judge won’t allow animals to sue PORTLAND, Ore. A judge has tossed a
Congress passes spending legislation
Congress passes spending legislation WASHINGTON Congress has approved a bill keeping the
Review: No widespread changes in state gun laws after shootings
Associated Press Shortly after last year’s shooting massacre on the Las Vegas strip, Ohio Gov.
Fall bug invasion
Fall bug invasion It’s a good idea to avoid insect invasions in your home through installing door
Mushy roots mean nematodes
Q. My onions look terrible. What’s wrong with them? Bob from Ellsworth A. Bob brought in onions
Fall Classic Fest on tap
Staff report GARRETTSVILLE Nelson Ledges Quarry Park presents Fall Classic Fest on Oct. 12-14,
Pond flourishes with management plans
By Haley Shoemaker OSU Extension If you’ve ever watched the “Andy Griffith” Show, you can
Niles police captain pleads not guilty
Niles police captain pleads not guilty WARREN Niles police Capt. Robert P. Miketa II, 41,
“The Big Bang Theory” (CBS, 8 p.m.): Sheldon and Amy drive themselves crazy trying to
“The Big Bang Theory” (CBS, 8 p.m.): Sheldon and Amy drive themselves crazy trying to figure out
Fed raises interest rates for third time this year
Analysts expect one more increase Associated Press WASHINGTON The Federal Reserve signaled its
NIGHTLIFE
JR’z Pub, 1722 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown; 330-953-1559 Today: Gary Markasky, 6 p.m. Fri:
Pollinator School
Pollinator School When: Tuesday, Oct. 9, 16, 23, 4:30-6:30 p.m. What: Join us for a four-week
Wilson class to meet
Wilson class to meet BOARDMAN Woodrow Wilson High School Class of 1951 will meet for breakfast
‘MisCast Cabaret’
‘MisCast Cabaret’ The Youngstown State University theater and dance department will present
Classes now open at new Canine Campus in Boardman
Staff report BOARDMAN The Canine Campus Training & Wellness Center has opened a new full-service
Spider mites
Spider mites Spruce and southern red spider mites are active as the weather cools, but you don’t
YEARS AGO FOR SEPT. 27
Today is Thursday, Sept. 27, the 270th day of 2018. There are 95 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Price Memorial AME Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, will have a
Amusement park company fined for safety violations
Associated Press SANDUSKY, Ohio The parent company for Ohio’s Cedar Point amusement park has
Offensive line leads Penn State run game
The Nittany Lions have racked up seven consecutive games of at least 200 rushing yards.
Mason bees are your shiny, metallic garden friends
What is the image you see when someone says the word bee?
Police union: Mike DeWine wrong to wear BCI seal in ads
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s largest police union wants Republican Attorney General Mike
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Mahoning County Commissioners, 10 a.m., board meeting, commissioner’s hearing room,
Mayfield brings brash edge to Browns
Baker Mayfield has risen from high-profile backup and future QB to the present one.
China trying to interfere in elections, Trump says
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS Taking center stage at the United Nations, President Donald
BUSINESS DIGEST || Seasonal help wanted
Things Remembered announced it will add 500 seasonal employees to work at a local fulfillment center. And it hopes to fill most of those openings at a job fair from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at the center at 500 S. Bailey Road.
Some black Americans see racial comeuppance in Cosby saga
By ERRIN HAINES WHACK AP National Writer PHILADELPHIA After spending years building his
METRO DIGEST || Coffee With a Cop
Coffee With a Cop LIBERTY Liberty Township Police Department will host the national program
School bus driver reportedly injured in assault by parent
A Youngstown schools bus driver was injured Wednesday when attacked by a parent who tried to board a disabled bus to get his children.
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
CORRECTION
CORRECTION Poland resident Phillip Pillin says the Poland Municipal Forest Board is required to
Trump: I’d ‘certainly prefer not’ to fire Rosenstein
President may delay meeting Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump said Wednesday
Rouhani says Iran doesn’t want war with United States
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani said Wednesday his country
Make-or-break Senate hearing begins today for Kavanaugh, accuser HIGH DRAMA
Associated Press WASHINGTON With high drama in the making, Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh
Cruz takes unlikely role as bulwark of stability
Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas Ted Cruz is talking again about chaos in Washington, only this
'Annapurna' on stage at the Playhouse for 6 performances
The Youngstown Playhouse will present “Annapurna” for six weekend performances, beginning Friday.
Oktoberfest this weekend downtown
The Oktoberfest tradition, with German beer, music and dance, will come to downtown this weekend.
YSU, University of Akron pair up for Keyboard Fest
Youngstown State University’s Dana School of Music has announced a collaborative piano festival – The Northeast Ohio Keyboard Festival – with the University of Akron
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