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Sunday, June 30 (89 stories)
Flash flooding in parts of West Virginia from severe storms
Flash flooding in parts of West Virginia from severe storms

Parents prepare for possible end to son’s cancer treatment
Parents prepare for possible end to son’s cancer treatment
Official: 10 dead in Dallas-area small plane crash
Official: 10 dead in Dallas-area small plane crash

Brewers slip past Pirates 2-1 on Thames' homer in 8th
Brewers slip past Pirates 2-1 on Thames' homer in 8th
Melted Alaska sea ice alarms coast residents, scientists
Melted Alaska sea ice alarms coast residents, scientists
Heat wave brings Germany new June high for 2nd time in days
Heat wave brings Germany new June high for 2nd time in days
Mississippi museums seek Prohibition items for exhibition
Mississippi museums seek Prohibition items for exhibition
Original copy of Declaration of Independence to be on view
Original copy of Declaration of Independence to be on view

Bieber, Indians turn tables on Orioles with 2-0 shutout
Bieber, Indians turn tables on Orioles with 2-0 shutout
Plans move forward on $4.9M work at Great Lakes Museum
Plans move forward on $4.9M work at Great Lakes Museum
50 years of LGBTQ pride showcased in protests, parades
50 years of LGBTQ pride showcased in protests, parades
England shines on India to revive Cricket World Cup hopes
England shines on India to revive Cricket World Cup hopes
Lawmakers fail to meet deadline for passing state budget
Lawmakers fail to meet deadline for passing state budget

'Toy Story 4' repeats at No. 1 over 'Annabelle,' 'Yesterday'
'Toy Story 4' repeats at No. 1 over 'Annabelle,' 'Yesterday'
'Let's do it:' 3 hours at the DMZ and a made-for-TV moment
'Let's do it:' 3 hours at the DMZ and a made-for-TV moment
2 inches of rain pelt parts of Valley
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Upwards of 2 inches of rain fell on parts of the Boardman-Canfield area
Gutierrez helps Scrappers halt skid
Jhonneyver Gutierrez pitched five scoreless innings Saturday night.
Roth still unbeaten despite rainy weather
Adam Wibert allowed three runs and scattered five hits in 5 2/3 innings of work while Jared Orwell had a triple, double, RBI and scored a run for Roth.
This time, Denise Gorski’s retirement is for real
Denise Gorski has been the face of Boardman sports for years.
Blood Drives
Blood Drives MONDAY Brookfield Fire Department, 774 state Route 7, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Howland
Last century’s immigration debate was one for the ages
Opinion: “Wide open and unguarded stand our gates, And through them presses a wild motley throng ... O
BOB CENE MEMORIAL
BOB CENE MEMORIAL SATURDAY’S SCORES 13 Astro 9, Highlands Legion 1 14 Creekside 9 Prospects
Hope springs a leak re: GM
Opinion: For just a second, the heart skipped a beat – because of this headline in the New York Times:
Magic of Michael benefit offers Thunder
Andre Thornton will be guest speaker at The Lake Club golf outing
Orioles set record in blowout win
Baltimore became first time to record back-to-back shutouts while scoring 13 runs in each game

Hundreds savor flavors at Latino Food Festival
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The International Latino Food Festival is all about
Austin Dillon wins pole at Chicagoland
Austin Dillon and Daniel Hemric tuned up for Chicagoland Speedway with a little doubles ping-pong.
ON THE LINKS Saturday’s pro golf results
PGA TOUR Lashley shoots bogey-free 9-under DETROIT Nate Lashley shot a bogey-free 9-under 63
Thousands celebrate gay pride at special events around world
Associated Press MEXICO CITY Tens of thousands of people turned out for gay pride celebrations
Do Biden’s stumbles offer opening for moderates?
Associated Press These Democrats are issuing dire warnings about the prohibitive expense of big-
ON AREA LINKS | VALLEY GOLF LEAGUE SCORES
bedford trails golf course Mahoning Valley Men’s Golf League Low Gross — Larry Miner Sr. 35,
Groups clash during marches in Oregon
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. Competing demonstrations spilled into the streets of downtown
Cease-fire in China trade war fails to bridge many differences
Associated Press WASHINGTON Once again, Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping have hit the
Church expelled over gay marriage support
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS Leaders of the Evangelical Covenant Church voted to defrock a
WOMEN’s WORLD CUP SOCCER | Saturday’s games
Sweden 2, Germany 1 RENNES, FRANCE With Germany out of the way, Sweden believes it could win
Oregon Republican senators end walkout
Associated Press SALEM, Ore. Republican lawmakers returned to the Oregon Senate on Saturday,
Taliban, US open talks in effort to end war
Discussion focuses on troop withdrawal Associated Press ISLAMABAD A fresh round of talks
Runners to YOUR MARKS … Upcoming races & walks
Runners to YOUR MARKS … Upcoming races & walks Thursday — The Howland Township Stars and Strips
SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Seniors will meet at 12:30 p.m. July 9 at Bedford Trails. AFSCME Ohio Retirees Subchapter
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Brookfield Township trustees, special meeting, 9 a.m., regular meeting, 7 p.m., 6844
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, 9 a.m. – Age of
Perceptive plot fuels emotional ‘Her Daughter’s Mother’
Perceptive plot fuels emotional ‘Her Daughter’s Mother’ “Her Daughter’s Mother: a Novel”
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO TODAY 7:30 a.m. (GC) Golf: European Tour Andalucia Masters. 8 a.m. (Oly) Beach
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one
Rich Hughes, formerly of Boardman, aced the No. 15 hole at Deer Creek. He used an S club on the
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 30
Today is Sunday, June 30, the 181st day of 2019. There are 184 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Ribs-N-Rock Festival, noon to 11 p.m.: Red Wanting Blue (8 p.m.),
Senior menu
Easterseals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
TV will light up the night (and day) on Fourth of July
By Jay Bobbin Gracenote Television never misses the chance to help America celebrate its
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Taylor Spencer and Frankie Moger, Hartville, girl, June
Jobs abound in social media field
By ADAM EARNHEARDT acearnheardt@ysu.edu Social media managers are in high demand.
GARDEN CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Mahoning Garden Club will meet at noon at Willows by Wehr, 702 E. Park Ave., Columbiana.
Vehicle age hits record
Associated Press DETROIT The average age of cars and trucks in the U.S. has hit a record 11.8
Rock Hall exhibit will let guests jam on instruments
Staff report CLEVELAND For the first time in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Museum’s 24-year
AROUND THE HORN Saturday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Twins 10, White Sox 3 CHICAGO Nelson Cruz and Max Kepler each hit two home
When you’re the news
Opinion: The fuzzy photo you see here is not the greatest photo. But in some ways, it is. The news that we
MILESTONES
MILESTONES AWARDS Fairhaven teacher wins state award Trumbull County Board of Developmental
Administration agrees to delay health care rule
Administration agrees to delay health care rule SAN FRANCISCO The Trump administration has
Apps help find unsold food and reduce waste
Apps help find unsold food and reduce waste By KIRSTEN GRIESHABER Associated Press BERLIN
Select few allowed to swim in Hearst Castle pools
Select few allowed to swim in Hearst Castle pools SAN SIMEON, Calif. The Foundation at Hearst
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Della Owens (G.P. Putnam’s Sons) 2. “Summer of
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 4-under 68 in the
Car payment trouble? How to turn it around
By SEAN PYLES NerdWallet Your monthly car payment is not only a ticket to freedom, letting you
Chew & Brew Pairings announced for Farmageddon
Staff report COLUMBIANA Lamppost Farm, 14900 Market St., is announcing the Chew & Brew pairings
FOURTH OF JULY EVENTS IN THE VALLEY
Here is a listing of Independence Day events taking place today, Monday and Tuesday in the region.
Diabetes Golf Benefit set for Aug. 16
Diabetes Golf Benefit set for Aug. 16 HUBBARD NOMS Ankle & Foot Care Centers is announcing its
Road trips celebrate Ohio’s leadership in space flight
Staff report COLUMBUS To commemorate the 50th anniversary of Ohioan Neil Armstrong’s first steps
Jail uses medicine to help inmates addicted to drugs
The Cincinnati Enquirer CINCINNATI The “dope boys” hang out near the jail awaiting newly freed

Spark-eez makes its debut in time for the Fourth of July
Local entrepreneur talks about his Spark-eez invention
For the Week of Sunday, July 7, 2019
Sharon M. Gentile to Charles W. Mayfield et al, Deer Trail Ave., Canfield,$162,500. Kathleen
4 ways to be a good traveler in the age of overtourism
By MELISSA RAYWORTH Associated Press In Paris, the Louvre Museum closed for a day because
Mill Creek land grab for bike trail opposed
Opinion: Mill Creek land grab for bike trail opposed Mill Creek Metro- Parks’ commissioners believe they
LIMELIGHTS & CAREER PATHS
LIMELIGHTS & CAREER PATHS First National Bank was recognized as a “Top Workplace in Northeastern
Ryan’s presidential bid in need of a shot in the arm
Editorial: After A lackluster perfor- mance in the first Democratic presidential debate last week, Mahoning

Communities defend revenue generated by speed cameras
Millions have been collected as officials see new revenue streams
SPORTS digest
Little League tournament dates set BOARDMAN The championships for both the District 2 Little
Leclerc captures pole in Austrian GP
It is Charles Leclerc’s second career pole following the one at the Bahrain GP in March.
‘I know how to play,’ says Wimbledon-ready Serena
It’s hard to know exactly what Serena Williams will be able to do over the next two weeks at the All England Club.
Blood drive slated at Austintown racino
Blood drive slated at Austintown racino AUSTINTOWN Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race
Trump invites Kim for date at DMZ
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea President Donald Trump issued a Twitter invitation
AREA GOLF CALENDAR Upcoming outings & scrambles
JULY 16 — United Way of Lawrence County outing at Avalon Field Club will feature appearance by PGA
Midfielder embodies brash and confident U.S. team at World Cup
With a colorful vocabulary and manner to match her pinkish-purple hair, Megan Rapinoe stands out simply by being Megan Rapinoe.
Saturday, June 29 (59 stories)
Hundreds savor flavors at Latino Food Festival in Y'town
Hundreds savor flavors at Latino Food Festival in Y'town

Hundreds 'party' at 11th Youngstown gay pride festival
Hundreds 'party' at 11th Youngstown gay pride festival
Burglar breaks into Wendy's, fries burger, steals loot
Burglar breaks into Wendy's, fries burger, steals loot
Officials: Only 2 Canfield City employees got raises
City Manager Wade Calhoun received a 7 percent increase from 2018; Deputy Finance Director Kristen Ansevin received a 20 percent raise
DuraEdge’s blows out Prospects in Bob Cene Memorial
DuraEdge won twice Friday, outscoring two opponents by a combined score of 26-2.
Mahoning County’s 400 relay takes second in Special Olympics state meet
Marlena Timmerman, Fabiana Cavour, Takeisha Jackson and Lakeshia Stanley finished second in the 400-relay with a time of 1:33.
Trumbull coroner issues rulings in recent deaths
The coroner ruled a woman’s death accident in a fire, and a homicide in a man shot in Warren.
Scrappers unable to hold four-run lead
The Scrappers’ latest setback extends their losing streak to four games.
Prosecutor objects to Sammarone’s request for a separate trial
Judge Sweeney will decide if the ex-Youngstown mayor is tried separately
Scandy dandy as Knightline wins big
Kris Scandy took his lead off second base. For a split second, it looked as if Avalanche 18-U pitcher Josh Pratt picked him off.
By BROOKE LEFFERTS
By BROOKE LEFFERTS Associated Press NEW YORK It’s often said that actresses have trouble
BOB CENE MEMORIAL
BOB CENE MEMORIAL Friday’s scores Dura Edge 11, Whiting Roll-offs 2 Roth Brothers 11,
G-20 leaders clash over values, face calls to protect growth
Associated Press OSAKA, JAPAN World leaders attending a Group of 20 summit in Japan that began
Federer, Nadal could meet in Wimbledon semifinals
Venus Williams, 39, will meet 15-year-old Coco Gauff in the first round.
Agenda Sunday
Agenda Sunday Mahoning County Educational Service Center governing board, 9 a.m., work session,
Jurors issue guilty verdicts in Last Call murder case
First case ended in a mistrial in June of 2018
New super bodes well for new era in A’town schools
Editorial: It’s long been no big secret that the relationship between the recently retired chief administrator
Locking kids up is not the answer
Opinion: By Kenia Alcocer OtherWords I came to this country from Mexico as a small child because my
Numbing of America: Trump allegations treated as old news
Opinion: By Dick Polman Cagle Cartoons In a normal universe, a vivid allegation of rape, leveled at a
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc.,23.410.28 Aqua America, 2.13
Jack Wollitz: Save cash, catch fish with home-made lures
Many anglers get a special satisfaction when they catch a fish on a lure they fashioned with their own hands.
Mom jailed, indicted in child prostitution case
Victoria Gregory, 36, was arrested Friday, charged with selling her daughter for sex to Mark Burney, 53
Newman extends streak as Pirates rally vs. Brewers
Kevin Newman homered and extended his hitting streak to 18 games
White supremacist gets life in prison
Associated Press CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. An avowed white supremacist who deliberately drove his
Sunday news shows
Sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Sen. Bernie
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 1-under 71 in the
President jokes with Putin about election meddling
Associated Press OSAKA, Japan With a smirk and a finger point, President Donald Trump dryly told
Eagles will host bingo party July 7
Eagles will host bingo party July 7 GIRARD Girard Eagles Aerie 2172 and Eagles in District 8
This flower has some real power GAZANIA
By STEPHANIE HUGHES OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer CANFIELD While walking through my
Skills, training programs schedules
Skills, training programs schedules YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning-Youngstown Community Action
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Canfield Rotary Fireworks Fest, 6-11 p.m.: Food vendors, family
URBAN GARDEN TOUR
URBAN GARDEN TOUR When: Monday, 6 to 7:30 p.m. What: Join OSU Extension staff and trained master
Pears, apples and crabapples burning up?
Pears, apples and crabapples burning up? If your trees have brown to black leaves still attached
Watch for effects of June rains into summer
By DAVID SPRAGUE OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer CANFIELD I had just planted my vegetables,
Why do cicadas sing?
Q. Why do cicadas sing? Stan from Berlin Center A. If you have cicadas in your area this year,
The Black Keys
The Black Keys Album: “Let’s Rock” Grade: B The Black Keys are back with a return to their
Going organic?
Going organic? Organic is trendy, but it is nothing new. Generations before us used organic
LITTLE LEAGUE
LITTLE LEAGUE District 2 softball Thursday’s scores 8-10 Canfield 15, Boardman 3 (Canfield
Possession of firearm
Possession of firearm YOUNGSTOWN A Shehy Street man pleaded guilty Friday in the U.S. Northern
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Elton John blasts Putin for saying liberalism is ‘obsolete’ NEW YORK Elton John on
OUTDOORS digest
Women’s firearms class scheduled Vienna Fish & Game Club of Vienna, 1508 Youngstown-Kingsville
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 29
Today is Saturday, June 29, the 180th day of 2019. There are 185 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Study: Retirees lose $3.4T by taking Social Security benefits at wrong time
It’s tough to decide when to start taking Social Security benefits and it appears many people are
Around the Horn
Around the Horn Friday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Rangers 5, Rays 0 ST. PETERSBURG,
SPORTS digest
Mamanet tournament comes to YSU gym Youngstown The Jewish Community Center of Youngstown will
Ohio to encourage experimentation to address social problems
Associated Press CLEVELAND Ohio is joining other states in encouraging private groups to fund
Friday, June 28 (113 stories)
Vindicator announces it will cease publication at end of August
Vindicator has had four generations of Maag-Brown family ownership

Horn-driven hits of Chicago at the Amp
Chicago rocked the Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre Friday night
Jurors issue guilty verdicts in Last Call murder case
Jurors issue guilty verdicts in Last Call murder case

Prosecutor says decision on Niles police shooting likely in 45 days
Prosecutor says decision on Niles police shooting likely in 45 days

Decision on Niles police shooting likely in 45 days
Prosecutor says decision on Niles police shooting likely in 45 days
First medical marijuana dispensary in Mahoning opens
Medical marijuana dispensary opens on Youngstown’s South Side

Bargains galore at Goodwill jewelry, book tent sale
Proceeds from the six-hour sale go to Goodwill’s Missions Service Department
Ryan joins call for climate change discussions in prez debates
Ryan joins call for climate change discussions in prez debates
15-year-old killed during Cincy robbery, 2nd boy charged
15-year-old killed during Cincy robbery, 2nd boy charged
Justices won't revive Alabama ban on abortion procedure
Justices won't revive Alabama ban on abortion procedure
UPDATE | Missing college student was killed, man arrested
1 person in custody in missing Utah student case
Jimmy Carter claims Russia won Trump the White House
Jimmy Carter claims Russia won Trump the White House
Judge weighs US policy keeping asylum seekers locked up
Judge weighs new US policy keeping asylum seekers locked up
G-20 leaders clash over values, face calls to protect growth
G-20 leaders clash over values, face calls to protect growth
Prosecutors seek life sentence in Charlottesville car attack
Prosecutors seek life sentence in Charlottesville car attack
Wolf wins approval of bill to take over Pa. insurance exchange
Wolf wins approval of bill to take over Pa. insurance exchange
Lawsuit seeks to block Georgia law that bans most abortions
Lawsuit seeks to block Georgia law that bans most abortions
Ohio lawmakers still working on plan to save nuclear plants
Ohio lawmakers still working on plan to save nuclear plants
Youngstown woman jailed after trafficking indictment
Youngstown woman jailed after trafficking indictment
Youngstown man pleads guilty in gun case in fed court
Youngstown man pleads guilty in gun case in fed court
First medical marijuana dispensary in Mahoning County opens
First medical marijuana dispensary in Mahoning County opens
Phantom Fireworks contributing D.C. July 4th celebration
Phantom Fireworks contributing D.C. July 4th celebration
Ohio officer stabbed in neck before fatally shooting man
Ohio officer stabbed in neck before fatally shooting man
Campbell politics spill off social media and into city hall
Councilwoman Juanita Rich thinks the mayor is violating residents’ First Amendment rights, but the mayor maintains he’s exercising his right to monitor his private social media page
Local history events at the Tyler
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Historical Society will host free Hands-On-History
The application must be notarized before being mailed or otherwise delivered to the auditor’s office.
The values of properties that sustained structural damage in recent storms and flooding could be reduced through the auditor’s office
Bank robber gets 4 years
Jonathan A. Spikes robbed the Huntington Bank in Austintown on Dec. 5. He later told investigators he ‘owed a lot of people money’
Foundation, Scouts work on art deal
Effort centers on bringing 66 Norman Rockwell paintings to Trumbull County venue
Junior high orchestra preforms for elementary schools
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Boardman seventh- and eighth-grade orchestra students
Origami magic show at the Boardman library
The Boardman library hosted Michael Roy Baldridge for a unique origami magic show on June 18.
Creating personalized puzzles at the Michael Kusalaba library
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Michael Kusalaba library hosted the first laser cut
Stadium Drive Elementary School welcomes guest readers
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Boardman’s Stadium Drive Elementary School celebrated
Mommy and me for tea at the Austintown library
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Austintown library hosted a Mommy and Me for Tea event
Students create mural for the Southern Park Mall
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Boardman High School students were invited to create a

CHC fourth-graders celebrate end of school year
C.H. Campbell Elementary School fourth-grade students celebrated the end of their years spent at the school during their Fourth Grade Picnic at Fair Park on June 3.
Austintown library hosts therapy dog
Austintown library hosted the monthly Read to Reese event on June 21.
Boardman elementary schools get to know their inner monsters
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Boardman elementary schools were visited by guest
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County with LitYoungstown receives an NEA Big Read Grant
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC) with LitYoungstown received a grant of
Public Library with LitYoungstown receives an NEA Big Read Grant
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC) with LitYoungstown received a grant of
Canfield Community Briefs
Canfield High School receives 2019 College Success Award Canfield High School recently announce
Poland Historical Society revamps Little Red School House
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Poland Historical Society volunteered to revamp
Library event features no-knead dough recipe
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Poland library hosted a dough making event on May 20
MCCTC hosts Celebration of Life party
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Mahoning County Career and Technical Center hosted a
Austintown Community Briefs
Navigating the stars Have you ever wondered how ancient people told time? Got from point A to
Seniors receive about $4.3 million in scholarships
On May 22, Boardman’s Class of 2019 was recognized during the annual Honors Assembly.
Poland Community Briefs
Blood drive There will be a blood drive by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross at the
The Trumans honored for golden jubilee
BOARDMAN Dave and Mary Jo Truman of Boardman recently were honored for their 50th anniversary with
Welkers named AARP Volunteer of the Year
By ABBY SLANKER aslanker@vindy.com Floyd and Dolores Welker, of North Lima, were named 2019 AARP
Austintown hosts muffin breakfast for moms
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Austintown Intermediate School hosted the Muffins for Mom
Hilltop celebrates Student Appreciation Day
By ABBY SLANKER aslanker@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School students celebrated the school’s
Cunningham, DeAngelo rite set for Nov. 23
canfield Attorney Edward and Elizabeth DeAngelo of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their
PSHS graduate thanks rotary for scholarship
Recent Poland Seminary High School graduate Galena Lopuchovsky visited the Poland Rotary on June 18 at the Magic Tree Pub & Eatery in Boardman.
CVMS bands perform spring concert
By ABBY SLANKER aslanker@vindy.com The Canfield Village Middle School fifth- and eighth-grade
Beeghly Oaks celebrates National Nursing Home Week
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Boardman’s Beeghly Oaks Center for Rehabilitation &
Library hosts string vase event
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Austintown library hosted a string vase crafting event
Centofanti, Lavorini vows set for Nov. 9
POLAND Angeline Centofanti and Robert Lavorini, both of Poland, are announcing their engagement.
Austintown Lions Club hosts 24th annual 5K run
The weather was bright and sunny on May 11 at Austintown Township Park as the Austintown Lions Club
Karlee Barth | Chris Humphreys
BOARDMAN Lance Hartshorn heard the exchange of vows between Karlee Barth and Chris Humphreys, both
SPORTS digest
Mediate will appear at New Castle outing NEW CASTLE, PA. PGA Champions Tour golfer Rocco
Ohio on road to climate disaster
Opinion: By Kelsey Hawkins-Johnson OtherWords I spent the summer of 2015 knocking on doors across
BOB CENE MEMORIAL
BOB CENE MEMORIAL Today’s games 1 DuraEdge vs. Whiting (Cene #1), 9 a.m. 2 Steel City Select
Girard welcomes first female firefighter
Girard Fire Department hires firefighter, promotes firefighter to captain.
Bell, Musgrove help Pirates blast Astros
The Pirates took a minute to celebrate on Thursday after a second straight rout.
ON THE LINKS Thursday’s pro golf results
CHAMPIONS TOUR Toms, Stricker share U.S. Senior Open lead SOUTH BEND, IND. Defending champion
France may not have trophies, but it’s hardly an underdog against U.S.
The United States has its ranking and its trophies, and that’s all the motivation France needs.
Amphitheater alters policy on lawn chairs
Amphitheater alters policy on lawn chairs YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre has
Reunions & Class Notes
Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1959 will celebrate its 60-year class reunion Aug. 30 and 31.
Trumbull Transit service considering ways to reduce services
Trumbull Transit service considering ways to reduce services
Great artist’s painting was hanging in home
Associated Press PARIS It’s been hanging on people’s walls for almost 170 years without drawing
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Chicago, 8 p.m.: The legendary rock hall of fame band returns to
A $600,000 federal grant is coming to help the area respond to the Lordstown GM idling
Eastgate will develop and implement a strategy to assist the region
Horizon accepting enrollments for kindergarten
Horizon accepting enrollments for kindergarten YOUNGSTOWN Horizon Science Academy Youngstown,
Lucy Bronze helps England take down Norway, reach semis
After first-half goals from Jill Scott and Ellen White, Lucy Bronze’s chance came in the 57th minute.
MAHONING COUNTY INDICTMENTS
The grand jury Thursday also indicted these people on these charges: Malcolm Hailstock, 26,
A babysitting gig goes awry in ‘Annabelle’
A babysitting gig goes awry in ‘Annabelle’ “Annabelle Comes Home” Rating: R for horror
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 28
Today is Friday, June 28, the 179th day of 2019. There are 186 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 6-under par 66 in
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Man sues Spacey over alleged groping at bar BOSTON A young man who accused Kevin
Boardman Community Briefs
Blood drive There will be a blood drive by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross at the
Leaf Relief event
Leaf Relief event YOUNGSTOWN Leaf Relief, a new medical marijuana facility, will have a ribbon
CLUB CALENDAR
associations Mahoning Valley Amateur Radio Association is celebrating 100 years of amateur radio
“Yesterday”
“Yesterday” Rating: PG-13 for suggestive content and language. Running time: 1:56 Grade: Two
Around the Horn
Around the Horn Thursday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Rays 5, Twins 2, 18 innings
Tonight is only the start for YFA’s positive impact
Editorial: 2Those lyrics from one of the biggest smash hits by tonight’s national headliner at the Youngstown
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc.,23.13‚àí0.08 Aqua America, 2.13
Poland Seminary High School Honor Roll - Fourth Grading Period
Ninth Grade High Honors Maddie Anzevino Lauren Barrett Andrew Biggs Ryan Boano Wyatt
President pushes allies on trade before Putin meeting
Trump met with 3 leaders today Associated Press OSAKA, Japan With an eye on the race back home
Silence was not golden for Ryan in first Dems presidential debate
Opinion: U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan did an excellent impersonation of the Invisible Man during the first 90 minutes
Youth is served for NL with All-Star starters
Indians first baseman Carlos Santana is an AL starter.
Associated Press
Associated Press MIAMI Democratic divisions over race, age and ideology surged into public view
Thursday, June 27 (112 stories)
DEMS DEBATE | Dems want gun control, little consensus on how
DEMS DEBATE | Dems want gun control, little consensus on how
DEMS DEBATE |The 1 thing they’d accomplish? They list several
DEMS DEBATE |The 1 thing they’d accomplish? They list several
DEMS DEBATE | Dems say climate change an existential threat
DEMS DEBATE | Dems say climate change an existential threat
DEMS DEBATE | Biden is focus of talk on partisan gridlock
DEMS DEBATE | Biden is focus of talk on partisan gridlock
DEMS DEBATE | Harris, Biden have emotional exchange about race
DEMS DEBATE | Harris, Biden have emotional exchange about race
DEMS DEBATE | Candidates list Russia, China as big US threats
DEMS DEBATE | Candidates list Russia, China as big US threats
DEMS DEBATE | 9 hopefuls would decriminalize border crossings
DEMS DEBATE | 9 hopefuls would decriminalize border crossings
DEMS DEBATE | Dems decry Trump admin’s immigration policies
DEMS DEBATE | Dems decry Trump admin’s immigration policies
DEMS DEBATE | Candidates: Immigrants would get health coverage
DEMS DEBATE | Candidates: Immigrants would get health coverage
DEMS DEBATE | Sanders, Harris support nixing private insurance
DEMS DEBATE | Sanders, Harris support nixing private insurance
DEMS DEBATE | Hickenlooper: Dems must speak against socialism
DEMS DEBATE | Hickenlooper: Dems must speak against socialism
DEMS DEBATE | Biden becomes 1st candidate to invoke Trump
DEMS DEBATE | Biden becomes 1st candidate to invoke Trump
DEMS DEBATE | Sanders says middle class would see tax boost
DEMS DEBATE | Sanders says middle class would see tax boost
DEMS DEBATE | Tonight, leading White House hopefuls
DEMS DEBATE | Tonight, leading White House hopefuls
Ohio requests addition of Mahoning County to presidential disaster declaration
Ohio requests addition of Mahoning County to presidential disaster declaration
Boardman hires Fallo as director of student services
Boardman hires Fallo as director of student services
Campbell mayor, councilwoman square off on social media pages
Campbell mayor, councilwoman square off on social media pages
Girard appoints Bryan O’Hara as schools superintendent
Girard appoints Bryan O’Hara as schools superintendent
Trumbull Transit service considering ways to reduce services
Trumbull Transit service considering ways to reduce services
Drag racing, magic show among Trumbull fair favorites
Trumbull fair offering drag racing, Liberty family’s magic show and old favorites
Campbell councilwoman calls for social media policy
Campbell councilwoman calls for social media policy

Ryan was ‘frustrated’ during debate
Ryan said he was at first ‘frustrated’ during debate, but became more assertive

Say goodbye Saturday to Market Street Elementary
Saturday event gives chance to say goodbye to Market Street Elementary

Camp Garfield not chosen for missile defense location
Department of Defense hasn’t committed to building the missile defense facility
Ohio House approves Rulli bill on campaign reports
Ohio House approves Rulli bill on campaign reports
Commerce Department invests $600K to deal with GM Lordstown closure
Commerce Department invests $600K to deal with GM Lordstown closure
Woman, struck seriously injured in Philly hit-and-run
Woman, struck seriously injured in Philly hit-and-run
DeWine, top lawmakers meet as Ohio budget deadline looms
DeWine, top lawmakers meet as Ohio budget deadline looms
Indiana archbishop defends firing of teacher in gay marriage
Indiana archbishop defends firing of teacher in gay marriage
Man sues Kevin Spacey over alleged groping at island bar
Man sues Kevin Spacey over alleged groping at island bar
Man, 20, fatally shot in Cleveland; police seek suspect
Man, 20, fatally shot in Cleveland; police seek suspect
Trade tensions, India tariffs put California almonds at risk
Trade tensions, India tariffs put California almonds at risk
OSHP: Trooper, wrong-way driver injured in I-71 collision
OSHP: Trooper, wrong-way driver injured in I-71 collision
Budget brinksmanship leaves last-minute Pa. bills in doubt
Budget brinksmanship leaves last-minute Pa. bills in doubt
Portion of I-680 closed tonight for electrical work
Portion of I-680 closed tonight for electrical work
Warren man headed to fed prison on weapons charges
Warren man headed to fed prison on weapons charges
Driver killed when pickup truck crashes into Pa. church
Driver killed when pickup truck crashes into Pa. church
Girard principal named next district superintendent
Girard principal named next district superintendent
Robert Kennedy Jr. speaks out in Ohio against vaccines
Robert Kennedy Jr. speaks out in Ohio against vaccines
Fed grand jury indicts South Side man on weapons charge
Fed grand jury indicts South Side man on weapons charge
DEM DEBATE | Ryan tries to clean up clash with Gabbard
DEMOCRATIC DEBATE | Ryan tries to clean up clash with Gabbard
UPDATE | S. Court blocks citizenship question from 2020 Census
Supreme Court blocks citizenship question from 2020 Census
Border aid bill faces standoff in Congress over protections
Border aid bill faces standoff in Congress over protections
Supreme Court allows partisan gerrymandering to continue
Supreme Court allows partisan gerrymandering to continue
Arson suspected at home where Nilla Wafers assault occurred
Arson suspected at home where Nilla Wafers assault occurred
Warren conducting stormwater infiltration investigation
Warren conducting stormwater infiltration investigation
Ohio awards more than $28M in historic rehabilitation tax credits
Ohio awards more than $28M in historic rehabilitation tax credits
Hearing set for Ohio death row inmate with overturned conviction
Hearing set for Ohio death row inmate with overturned conviction
Jailed in assault case
Jailed in assault case WARREN Dillon J. McCoy, 25, of Anna Street is in the Trumbull County jail
Bond set at $250K on sex, drug charges
U.S. Marshals arrested Arron Sugar after finding drugs and drug paraphernalia at a Main Street apartment.
13th annual Celebrate Poland to take place Friday and Saturday
The schedule features community favorites, like Friday’s firemen’s parade, fireworks on Saturday, food and activities for children.
Unions say more needs to be done to ensure local workers will get work on projects like HomeGoods
Unions say more needs to be done to ensure local workers will get work on projects like HomeGoods
Elliot set to become interim football coach at Fitch
Jon Elliot was a long-time assistant on the late Phil Annarella’s coaching staff.
Insurance spat leads to federal charges
A Cortland man threatened to blow up his insurance provider offices.

Producers plan bus to Cleveland for ‘Come From Away’
Producers plan bus to Cleveland for ‘Come From Away’
Senate passes $4.6B border aid bill
Pelosi calls Trump to talk about measure Associated Press WASHINGTON The GOP-held Senate on
Let flawed court precedent fall
Opinion: Washington The doctrine that court precedents should have momentum for respect – the
BAUER RESTORED
Associated Press CLEVELAND Trevor Bauer finally felt like himself Wednesday. Bauer struck out
Trump gives Saudi prince pass on Khashoggi slaying
Editorial: By refusing to allow the FBI to investigate the assassination of Saudi Arabian journalist Jamal
A rash of lies from Trump
Opinion: By Will Durst Cagle Cartoons President Donald Trump has been called many things. A short-
REYNOLDS: NBA free agent stars should stay
Smart move for Kawhi Leonard and Kevin Durant is to remain with current teams
Surplus food
Surplus food Abundant Life Outreach Ministry, 103 Willis Ave., Youngstown, various commodities,
Ed Puskas: Baseball is broken
Do people really want to watch utility infielders or fourth outfielders swinging from their heels?
Incumbent Campbell mayor will face councilwoman in election
Three Campbell councilmen and council president have opponents
Wayfair workers protest furniture sale to detention center
Associated Press BOSTON Employees at online home furnishings retailer Wayfair walked out
Thursday
Thursday Music Lon G., 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., The Inn at Walker Mill, 8060 South Ave., Boardman.
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Brandon and Danielle Rydarowicz, Hubbard, girl, June 25.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Beauty and the Beast” call back auditions, Oakland Center for the Arts and
Entrepreneur event
Entrepreneur event YOUNGSTOWN Heart Reach Neighborhood Ministries is hosting a Young
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Howland school board, noon, administrative board room, 8200 South St., Warren.
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Fri: Erica Blinn, 8 p.m. BirdFish Brewing
‘Disaster!’ at Lisbon theater
‘Disaster!’ at Lisbon theater Stage Left’s production of the musical comedy “Disaster!” will
Journalists embraced by city after attack
Associated Press ANNAPOLIS, Md. Standing ovations. A surge in subscriptions. Hugs from random
Pennsylvania tops Ohio 21-0 in all-star game
Pennsylvania tops Ohio 21-0 in all-star game BEAVER FALLS, PA. Beaver High School’s Noah Yates
Some Canfield residents balk at proposed 160 percent fee hike
Some Canfield residents with flood-fatigue balked at a proposed 160 percent increase to the city’s stormwater improvement fee
SANDLOT ROUNDUP | Baseball, softball results
CLASS B 16-U Astro Falcons 12, Prospects 3 Eli Harpalini had two hits including a double, an
Woman gets 6 months jail, probation in theft case
Also owes more than 10K in restitution; over 67K taken
Music made in Youngstown on radio program
Dean Anshutz and Anthony LaMarca have been on a quest to unearth records made in Youngstown. The
House panel votes out bill ending Ohio concealed carry licensing
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio House committee has approved proposed legislation to give
Associated Press
Associated Press MIAMI Ten Democrats railed against a national economy and Republican
Bell, Dickerson power Pirates over Astros
Josh Bell hit his 21st homer and Corey Dickerson had four hits and three RBIs.
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Selected local stocks
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Chicago at Youngstown amphitheater
Chicago at Youngstown amphitheater Chicago, the classic rock act with a full roster of horn-driven
Fully-collapsible lawn chairs now OK at new amphitheater
Fully-collapsible lawn chairs now OK at new amphitheater YOUNGSTOWN As the inaugural concert
New This week
New This week Annabelle Comes Home (R) While babysitting, a teenager and her friend unknowingly
“Elementary” (10 p.m., CBS): Tech billionaire Odin Reichenbach presents Holmes and
“Elementary” (10 p.m., CBS): Tech billionaire Odin Reichenbach presents Holmes and Watson with an
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 27
Today is Thursday, June 27, the 178th day of 2019. There are 187 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Wednesday, June 26 (94 stories)
Ryan gets into heated exchange during debate
Ryan was quiet for the first 90 minutes, but spoke a lot more during the final 30 minutes of the debate
DEMS DEBATE | Ryan excerpts from the first Democratic presidential debate
DEMS DEBATE | Ryan excerpts from the first Democratic presidential debate
DEMS DEBATE | Ryan discusses view of Democratic Party
DEMS DEBATE | Ryan discusses view of Democratic Party

Some Canfield residents oppose proposed hike to stormwater fee
Some Canfield residents with flood-fatigue balked at a proposed 160 percent increase to the city’s stormwater improvement fee
DEMS DEBATE | Ryan: Ask doctors to go to the border
DEMS DEBATE | Ryan: Ask doctors to go to the border
DEMS DEBATE | Ryan says Trump focused on hate, fear, division
DEMS DEBATE | Ryan says Trump focused on hate, fear, division
DEMS DEBATE | Ryan critical of Trump's immigration policy
DEMS DEBATE | Ryan critical of Trump's immigration policy
DEMS DEBATE | Ohio GOP chair says none speak to Ohioans' values
DEMS DEBATE | Ohio GOP chair says none speak to Ohioans' values
Struthers moves closer to fire station bond levy
Struthers moves closer to placing fire station bond levy on ballot
Family of black Indiana man killed by officer files lawsuit
Family of black Indiana man killed by officer files lawsuit
Ex-USC gynecologist charged in sex assaults of 16 patients
Ex-USC gynecologist charged in sex assaults of 16 patients

Meijer purchases 39 acres for Boardman store
Intersection of Lockwood Boulevard and U.S. Route 224 will host a 157,000-square-foot store
NRA splits with PR firm, lobbyist and TV amid infighting
NRA splits with PR firm, lobbyist and TV amid infighting

Motorists will pay an extra 10.5 cents per gallon
Ohio gas prices could be cheaper than across the Pennsylvania border

Incumbent Campbell mayor will face councilwoman in November
Three Campbell councilmen and council president have opponents
Meijer completes purchase of 39 acres for Boardman store
Meijer completes purchase of 39 acres for Boardman store
Lawsuit: Lewd photo of Pa. nursing home resident shared
Lawsuit: Lewd photo of Pa. nursing home resident shared
House panel votes out bill ending Ohio concealed carry licensing
House panel votes out bill ending Ohio concealed carry licensing
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and Canfield
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and Canfield
Youngstown council safety committee meeting is canceled
Youngstown council safety committee meeting is canceled
Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre amends chair policy
Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre amends chair policy
Trumbull County Children Services meet, greet event is tonight
Trumbull County Children Services meet, greet event is tonight
ODOT: One lane of state Route 45 north of Wellsville is open
ODOT: One lane of state Route 45 north of Wellsville is open
Beth Chapman, wife of bounty hunter reality TV star, dies
Beth Chapman, wife of bounty hunter reality TV star, dies
Kevin Durant turns down $31.5M player option from Warriors
Kevin Durant turns down $31.5M player option from Warriors
Trumbull MetroParks reopens parks closed by flooding
Trumbull MetroParks reopens parks closed by flooding
Warren man faces charges after incident with police
Warren man faces charges after incident with police

Sylak earns another first-place finish, Richard qualifies for Greatest Golfer finals on third try
Jake Sylak of Mineral Ridge decided that duplication might be the best validation of his game
Youngstown man faces fed prison time on drug, weapons charges
Youngstown man faces fed prison time on drug, weapons charges
Video shows rescue of baby from plastic bag in Ga. woods
Video shows rescue of baby from plastic bag in Georgia woods
2 more deputies fired after shooting at Florida high school
2 more deputies fired after shooting at Florida high school
Judge: Ohio teen girls charged in stabbing competent for trial
Judge: Ohio teen girls charged in stabbing competent for trial
Pharmacist admits stealing drugs from Pa. veterans facility
Pharmacist admits stealing drugs from Pa. veterans facility
Former gun club treasurer gets jail time then probation
Former gun club treasurer gets jail time, probation; stole $67K
Wayfair workers protest contract with detention center
Wayfair workers protest contract with detention center
A year after newsroom attack, Md. journalists embraced by city
A year after newsroom attack, journalists embraced by city
Inmate at Ohio prison health center gets Legionnaires’ diagnosis
Inmate at Ohio prison health center gets Legionnaires’ diagnosis
Foes will ask Ohio voters to block money for nuke plants
Foes will ask Ohio voters to block money for nuke plants
Testimony underway in re-trial of Johnny Ray Wallace
Testimony underway in re-trial of Johnny Ray Wallace
Man, 18, sentenced to 11 years in prison for raping girl, 12
Man, 18, sentenced to 11 years in prison for raping girl, 12
Trumbull commissioners formally ask TJX for local workers to get construction work
Trumbull commissioners formally ask TJX for local workers to get construction work
Judges close Mahoning County Courthouse even though power was out for less than two hours
A judge said he and others didn’t know when power would be restored
OVI checkpoint nets 5 arrests for impaired driving
A total of 531 vehicles passed through the checkpoint.
Cappuzzello selected for schools job
Girard City Schools Superintendent David Cappuzzello will move to Austintown under a five-year contract approved Tuesday
CAL THOMAS | Must US wage war with Iran?
Opinion: “The Pentagon has released new color photos as proof that Iran was behind last week’s attack on two
Hype aside, Miami debates won’t wield much impact
Editorial: The Press Democrat of Santa Rosa, Calif.: Here are a couple of things to keep in mind as the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc.,22.550.33 Aqua America, 2.13
Poignant lesson in grieving
Opinion: By Christine Flowers Cagle Cartoons Recently, I found myself standing in front of my old house
Women’s World Cup Roundup Results from Tuesday’s Games
Italy beats China to reach quarterfinals MONTPELLIER, France Valentina Giacinti and Aurora Galli
Voted against pact
Voted against pact NILES Members of United Steelworkers Local 2155 at Arconic on Monday voted
Judge’s decision upheld
Judge’s decision upheld WARREN The 11th District Court of Appeals has affirmed the decision of a
greatest golfer of the valley juniors Mill Creek Golf Course scores
Tuesday’s scores from the Greatest Golfer of the Valley junior qualifier at Mill Creek Golf Course
Armed Forces Night at Sharon Speedway
Armed Forces Night at Sharon Speedway Hartford Track officials hope the good weather continues
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Boardman school board, 5:30 p.m., regular meeting, Market Street Elementary
McCarthy named Director of Football at Athletes First
The Cardinal Mooney graduate recently received a promotion from player agent
Mahoning Valley unemployment rate in May remains same as April
Mahoning County’s jobless rate remained stable in May.
OHSWCA to sponsor girls wrestling tournament
The Ohio High School Wrestling Coaches Association is making the first push toward making girls wrestling a big-time sport in Ohio
Struthers names scholarship recipient
Staff report STRUTHERS Anthony Bennett has been chosen as the 2019 Otis R. Heldman Scholar-
Lawyers pause plan to divide any national opioid settlement
Associated Press CLEVELAND State and local governments suing over the toll of a nationwide
Poll: Voters still hesitant about LGBT candidates
Associated Press NEW YORK A sizable number of U.S. voters say they’d have some hesitancy about
Food Sales & Dinners
ThursDAY Lord of Life Church, 550 N. Broad St., Canfield, will offer drive-through spaghetti
Wickenheiser among six inductees into Hockey Hall of Fame
Jim Rutherford, Sergei Zubov and Jerry York also get called
A Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian influence fuses together in Niles
1/2 OFF VOUCHER FOR SALVATORES PIZZERIA - EASTWOOD. SFlbVALLEYDEALS365.COM $20 voucher
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 26
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 26 Today is Wednesday, June 26, the 177th day of 2019. There are 188 days left
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital John and Anna Martin, Hubbard, boy, June 24. Tonya Lake
Junior Women’s League of Canfield’s “SIMPLE PLEASURES II”
Junior Women’s League of Canfield’s “SIMPLE PLEASURES II” ITALIAN QUICHE by SHARON TARESHAWTY
major league baseball Dozier slams door on Tribe
Grand slam caps Royals’ five-run, ninth-inning comeback against Hand Associated Press CLEVELAND
Tuesday, June 25 (83 stories)
Ohio Chautauqua is five days of music and living history
Ohio Chautauqua is five-day run of free, 6:30 p.m. music and living history shows and audience participation
UPDATE | House passes emergency funding bill for migrant care crisis
House passes emergency funding bill for migrant care crisis
UPDATE | Mueller agrees to testify before 2 House panels
Mueller agrees to testify before 2 House panels
Border official resigns amid uproar over migrant kids
Border official resigns amid uproar over migrant children
Justice Department sues Omarosa for financial disclosure
The Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against former White House aide Omarosa Manigault Newman

Ryan sees presidential debate as a key opportunity
Tim Ryan share the stage with nine other Democratic presidential candidates

Spanish, Portuguese and Italian influence fuse in Niles
A Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian influence fuse together in Niles
Pa. Senate approves local police use of radar to catch speeders
Pa. Senate approves local police use of radar to catch speeders

Courthouse power only out about two hours
Judges close Mahoning County Courthouse even though power was out for less than two hours
Ohio deputy fatally shoots man running at him with knife
Ohio deputy fatally shoots man running at him with knife

Flow of applicants to take YPD test a trickle
Officials blame low starting wage for lack of interest in Youngstown police jobs
San Francisco is 1st major US city to ban e-cigarettes
San Francisco is 1st major US city to ban e-cigarettes
Mitsubishi Motors to relocate North America HQ to Tennessee
Mitsubishi Motors to relocate North America HQ to Tennessee
Border official resigns amid uproar over migrant children
Border official resigns amid uproar over migrant children
Breakdancing takes step closer to Olympic debut in Paris
Breakdancing takes step closer to Olympic debut in Paris

Porter, Richard, Turner, Leskovac earn Greatest Golfer finals spots
The Greatest Golfer of the Valley juniors series teed off today at Mill Creek Golf Course for the third qualifier of the summer.
Philly refinery fire not formally under control
Philly refinery fire not formally under control; no health concerns
Pompeo: US hopes for Afghan peace pact before Sept 1
Pompeo: US hopes for Afghan peace pact before Sept 1

GM investing $4.2B in plants in Texas, Mich., Ind., Ohio
GM investing $4.2B in plants in Texas, Mich., Ind., Ohio
Girard's Cappuzzello is new Austintown superintendent
Girard's Cappuzzello is next Austintown superintendent
Girard firefighters, others, help contain fuel leak
Girard firefighters, others, help contain fuel leak
Illinois becomes 11th state to allow recreational marijuana
Illinois becomes 11th state to allow recreational marijuana
First lady’s spokeswoman to be White House press secretary
First lady’s spokeswoman to be White House press secretary
Sheriff’s office offers reward to help solve man’s homicide
Sheriff’s office offers reward to help solve man’s homicide
More than 100 migrant kids moved back to troubled facility
More than 100 migrant kids moved back to troubled facility
Driver pleads not guilty in motorcycle crash that killed 7
Driver pleads not guilty in motorcycle crash that killed 7
Trumbull commissioners to TJX: We expect local workers will be hired
Trumbull commissioners to TJX: We expect local workers will be hired
Pa. to OK $60M school security program for 2nd year
Pa. to OK $60M school security program for 2nd year
Trump threatens Iran with 'great and overwhelming force'
Trump threatens Iran with 'great and overwhelming force'
House looks set to pass emergency funding bill for migrants
House looks set to pass emergency funding bill for migrants
State Rep. Gil Blair appointed to 2 House committees
State Rep. Gil Blair appointed to 2 House committees
Tributes to Michael Jackson flow on 10th death anniversary
Tributes to Michael Jackson flow on 10th death anniversary
Police: Motorcyclist in fatal Ohio crash had suspended license
Police: Motorcyclist in fatal Ohio crash had suspended license
Warren store worker turns table on would-be robber
Warren store worker turns table on would-be robber
Warren man recovering from hatchet strike to forehead
Warren man recovering from hatchet strike to forehead
Pa. authorities: Man built bomb to warn about alien threat
Pa. authorities: Man built bomb to warn about alien threat
UPDATE | Power outage closes Mahoning Co. Courthouse for the day
Power outage closes Mahoning Co. Courthouse for the day
Man stabbed to death is Youngstown's 11th homicide of 2019
Man stabbed to death is Youngstown's 11th homicide of 2019
Girard adjusts camera penalties to meet demands of new law
Girard adjusts speed camera penalties to meet demands of new law
Demolition ordered for former Big Lots store
Demolition ordered for former Big Lots store along South Raccoon Road
Commission to treasurer: Straighten out financial records
Commission to treasurer: Straighten out financial records
Panelists agree mental health is a top Valley issue
Panelists agree mental health is a top Valley issue
SPORTS digest
Milan-Cortina to host 2026 Winter Olympics LAUSANNE, Switzerland Riding a wave of widespread
Life on the move
Scrappers outfielder George Valera’s father was involved in an accident that shaped him into a top-level prospect
AROUND THE HORN | Monday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Cleveland Indians-Kansas City Royals game unavailable by deadline Monday night’s
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Naudia Jones and Marquise Prieto, Struthers, boy, June
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Hubbard school board, work session at 5:30 p.m., regular session at 7 p.m., board
One Health Ohio to cut ribbon
One Health Ohio to cut ribbon YOUNGSTOWN ONE Health Ohio is conducting a ribbon-cutting ceremony
Poland Schools drop fees for athletics, band
Poland’s Board of Education has voted to get rid of athletic fees
Kerr sends Michigan to Game 1 win over Vandy
Michigan is one win away from Big Ten’s first CWS title since 1966
Big East extends membership invite to UConn women
The presidents of the schools in the Big East voted Monday to extend an invitation to UConn
AUTO RACING
SHARON SPEEDWAY SATURDAY’S RESULTS Outlaw (E) Mods “Bickerstaff Cup” Series for the “John C.
AREA SANDLOT ROUNDUP In Class B Baseball action
18U Creekside Fitness 7, Eagle Wear 3 Bradley Hansen had two hits and scored once. Dan Beistel
Manor to host art exhibit
Manor to host art exhibit YOUNGSTOWN Danridge’s Burgundi Manor, 31 Maranatha Court, will host an
Dodgers study netting after fan struck with the ball
The Los Angeles Dodgers will study its netting after girl hit by line drive
Businesses still over moon with Apollo 11 landing
Associated Press NEW YORK Fifty years after humans first visited, businesses are still trying
SCOTUS strikes down ‘scandalous’ part of TM law
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court struck down a section of federal law Monday that
Michael Jackson’s popularity endures
Today marks 10th anniversary of singer’s death By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr. AP Entertainment Writer
texas ‘Inhumane conditions’ lead to relocation of migrant children
Border patrol officials seek additional funds to manage crisis Associated Press The U.S.
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city, for the most recent
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city, for the most recent
BUSINESSSFlbdigest
State lawmakers OK JobsOhio proposals COLUMBUS The state government approved 10 economic
China: US-China trade teams are in contact ahead of G20
Associated Press BEIJING China says its trade negotiators are talking to their U.S. counterparts
US job killer is under scrutiny
Opinion: By Joe Guzzardi Cagle Cartoons Pinch me! I must be dreaming. After years of displacing U.S. tech
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 25
Today is Tuesday, June 25, the 176th day of 2019. There are 189 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Word from The Vindicator
Editorial: The Vindicator’s commitment to exposing public corruption, power- brokering and influence peddling
2019 NBA AWARD RECIPIENTS
MVP: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks Rookie of the Year: Luka Doncic, Dallas Mavericks
worth a look
AUCTION Struthers Rotary Club will host its annual duck race and basket auction Aug. 17 at Yellow
Jury seated in 2nd trial
Jury seated in 2nd trial YOUNGSTOWN A jury has been seated in the second murder trial of Johnny
Monday, June 24 (72 stories)
Niles schools commission not happy with financial records
Niles schools commission not happy with financial records
Girard adjusts camera penalties to meet demands of new law
Girard adjusts camera penalties to meet demands of new law

Flooding frustration in Boardman reaches boiling point
Monday night’s meeting became a contentious debate among affected residents and the Boardman trustees
Panelists agree mental health is a top Valley issue
Panelists agree mental health is a top Valley issue

Phantom Fireworks donates fireworks for D.C. Fourth
Fireworks display, in partnership with Fireworks by Grucci, is biggest ever in the Capital

Bill would identify companies moving jobs overseas
Sherrod Brown discusses bill to better identify companies moving jobs overseas
Pelosi: Trump’s threatened deportations are not 'civilized’
Pelosi: Trump’s threatened deportations are not ’civilized’
Local Dems host debate watch parties Wednesday, Thursday
Local Dems host debate watch parties Wednesday, Thursday
Poll: Democratic voters not fully tuned in to 2020
Poll: Democratic voters not fully tuned in to 2020
Cleveland man held in stabbings of grandmother, siblings
Cleveland man held in stabbings of grandmother, siblings
Former student guilty in slaying of visiting Chinese scholar
Former student guilty in slaying of visiting Chinese scholar
Truck driver charged with 7 homicides in motorcycle crash
Truck driver charged with 7 homicides in motorcycle crash
Beaver Township trustees have special meeting Wednesday
Beaver Township trustees have special meeting Wednesday
Government moves migrant kids after poor conditions exposed
Government moves migrant kids after poor conditions exposed
Suspect in Nebraska woman’s death slashes neck during trial
Suspect in Nebraska woman’s death slashes neck during trial
UPDATE | US in the Women's World Cup quarterfinals
US beats Spain 2-1 to advance in Women's World Cup

Mill Creek hosts Greatest Golfer juniors play Tuesday
The third qualifier in the Greatest Golfer of the Valley 2019 junior series tees off at 8 a.m. Tuesday at Mill Creek Golf Course.
Trump signs order imposing sanctions on Iran leader
Trump signs order imposing sanctions on Iran leader
Warner Bros. names BBC's Ann Sarnoff as its new CEO
Warner Bros. names BBC's Ann Sarnoff as its new CEO
1 pilot dies, 1 survives after German fighter jets collide
1 pilot dies, 1 survives after German fighter jets collide
Sanders, liberals, out with bill to cancel student debt
Sanders, liberals, out with bill to cancel student debt
Judge DiSalvo at meet-and-greet at GOP HQ on Tuesday
Judge DiSalvo at meet-and-greet at GOP HQ on Tuesday
Supreme Court to rule on Census question this week
Supreme Court to rule on Census question this week
Zoldan's Phantom Fireworks to be part of Trump July 4th celebration
Zoldan's Phantom Fireworks to be part of Trump July 4th celebration
Supreme Court to review insurers' Obamacare claims for $12B
Supreme Court to review insurers' Obamacare claims for $12B
US pushes Palestinian economic plan amid doubts, hostility
US pushes Palestinian economic plan amid doubts, hostility
US Sen. Sherrod Brown re-introduces Outsourcing Accountability Act
US Sen. Sherrod Brown re-introduces Outsourcing Accountability Act
Pa. apartment building fire displaces residents, no injuries
Pa. apartment building fire displaces residents, no injuries
Trump attacks Federal Reserve again, wants interest rate cut
Trump attacks Federal Reserve again, wants interest rate cut
UPDATE | Authorities ID woman in fatal Newton Falls fire
Fatal Newton Falls fire started on front porch
Final Ohio budget talks to address coal reclamation cuts
Final Ohio budget talks to address coal reclamation cuts
Cuyahoga County officials say improvements ongoing at jail
Cuyahoga County officials say improvements ongoing at troubled jail
UPDATE | Official: Woman, 3 children died of heat exposure in Texas
Sheriff: Woman, toddler, 2 infants found dead in South Texas
1 killed, 3 injured in assaults at motel this month
Saturday death being investigated as homicide Staff report COITSVILLE One person has been
State should not bail out old nuclear power plants
Editorial: First Energy Solutions, which expects the state of Ohio to save its financially ailing Perry and
Thoughts to keep you up at night
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons No single theme grabbed my attention last week, so we’re back to a
‘Central Park Five’: Who do you believe, Netflix or the evidence?
Opinion: By Ann Coulter Andrews McMeel Syndication Last week, we reviewed the evidence of “innocence” of
SANDLOTS | CLASS B BASEBALL
18U Knightline 7, Prospects 0 Tommy Pitko tossed a five-hit shutout, striking out three and
Newton Falls dog attacks on woman, cat produce complicated civil litigation
Newton Falls dog attacks on woman, cat produce complicated civil litigation
Tensions in Persian Gulf rise after airport attack
Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates One person was killed and seven others were
High-tech tools help with 2020 census
Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. The U.S. Census Bureau is using new high-tech tools to help
Wean Foundation funds grant to address mass incarceration
The Ohio Transformation Fund, its partners and grantees tackle issues such as bail reform, law enforcement accountability and the school -to-prison pipeline.
Hawaii crash kills 9 men and 2 women
Associated Press HONOLULU Casey Williamson’s love of adventure led him to winter snowboarding
FUNDRAISER
FUNDRAISER Top finishers Twenty-four entries were made in six categories for Sunday’s first
SPORTS digest
Canfield’s Koenig to be honored in Akron AKRON Matt Koenig, former Canfield High School baseball
Owners having problems with driver-assist systems, survey says
Associated Press DETROIT As auto companies continue to fix buggy touch-screen infotainment
Trump: ‘Surprise’ question about Pence led him to hesitate
Trump: ‘Surprise’ question about Pence led him to hesitate WASHINGTON President Donald Trump
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 24
Today is Monday, June 24, the 175th day of 2019. There are 190 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
SUNDAY’S PRO GOLF RESULTS
SUNDAY’S PRO GOLF RESULTS PGA TOUR Travelers Championship At TPC River Highlands Cromwell,
State tourism page highlights Ohio’s Moon Landing ties
State tourism page highlights Ohio’s Moon Landing ties COLUMBUS Ohio’s tourism office has made
CORRECTIONS
CORRECTIONS A Page A1 story in Saturday’s Vindicator under the headline “Youngstown schools:
Sunday, June 23 (79 stories)
Former Mahoning County Judge Tim Franken dies
The county prosecutor hailed his service to criminal justice

Bradley has RBI double in debut, Indians top Tigers 8-3
Bradley has RBI double in debut, Indians top Tigers 8-3
WWII veteran takes to the air again to honor his late wife
WWII veteran takes to the air again to honor his late wife
Yemeni rebels strike Saudi airport ahead of US-Saudi talks
Yemeni rebels strike Saudi airport ahead of US-Saudi talks

Concept Studio offers unique event space, intimate feel
The building features exposed brick walls, high ceilings and remnants of a marble floor at the entry.
Trump: 'Surprise' question about Pence led him to hesitate
Trump: 'Surprise' question about Pence led him to hesitate
Hawaii crash claims 9 men, 2 women, most in their late 20s
Hawaii crash claims 9 men, 2 women, most in their late 20s
Government fails to release data on deaths in police custody
Government fails to release data on deaths in police custody
'Toy Story 4' opens below expectations with $118 million
'Toy Story 4' opens below expectations with $118 million
Diocese releases names of priests accused of sexual abuse
Diocese releases names of priests accused of sexual abuse
Bikers gather for emotional ceremony following deadly crash
Bikers gather for emotional ceremony following deadly crash
Dave Bartholomew, co-wrote 'Ain't That a Shame," dies at 100
Dave Bartholomew, co-wrote 'Ain't That a Shame," dies at 100
Howland museum says goodbye to The Butler
Whether to house original works by Norman Rockwell caused the two museums to part ways.
Gehm wins USATF U20 title, earns Team USA roster spot
Zach Gehm broke his phone. He almost broke a scoreboard and then won a gold medal
Youngstown Pride fest will begin with parade
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The 11th annual Pride Youngstown parade and festival will take place
Butler’s centennial includes ‘Impressions’ concert
IF YOU GO What: “Impressions at the Butler” concert with the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra When:
Hall of Shame gets new inductee
Opinion: Just when it seemed that the epidemic of pubic corruption in the Mahoning Valley had been quelled by
Democrat Bernie Sanders is FDR’s unimaginative echo
Opinion: WASHINGTON That the Democrats’ two evenings of dueling oratory snippets this week are called
SANDLOT ROUNDUP Class B results
18U Knightline 7, Avalanche 2 Gabe Faunda had a double, RBI and a run scored while Colton
WOMEN’S WORLD CUP SOCCER Saturday’s games
Norway 1, Australia 1 (4-1) NICE, FRANCE Ingrid Hjelmseth proved to be a shootout hero once
Civale carves up Tigers in debut
The 24-year-old right-hander threw six shutout innings in Indians’ win
Trump: Action against Iran still ‘on the table’
President focuses on applying pressure through sanctions Associated Press WASHINGTON President
Public’s help sought after seven bikers die in crash with pickup
Associated Press LANCASTER, N.H. Investigators issued a plea Saturday for the public to come
Democrats strongly defend abortion rights at forum in SC
Democrats strongly defend abortion rights at forum in SC COLUMBIA, S.C. Twenty Democratic
SPORTS digest
Rams’ Hill to host skills camp at YSU YOUNGSTOWN Los Angeles Rams defensive back Troy Hill will
2019 GREATEST GOLFER OF THE VALLEY Tournament schedule
JUNIORS June 11: Pine Lake Golf Club qualifiers — Christopher Loychik, Bryce Daggett, Jayne
AREA GOLF CALENDAR Upcoming outings & scrambles
JUNE Thursday — PTSD Awareness Event at The Links at Firestone Farms at 8 a.m.. All funds will go
Funeral set for 9-year-old
Funeral set for 9-year-old HUBBARD Memphis Vance, a 9-year-old Hubbard Elementary School
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Della Owens (G.P. Putnam’s Sons) 2. “Unsolved”
Author forcefully builds the tension in ‘Those People’
Author forcefully builds the tension in ‘Those People’ “Those People” (Berkley), by Louise
Senior menu
Easterseals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 23
Today is Sunday, June 23, the 174th day of 2019. There are 191 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
After a 50-year wait, ‘Stonewall’ opera written in weeks
By RONALD BLUM Associated Press NEW YORK The Pulitzer Prize-winning librettist Mark Campbell
YMCA Boardman hosts ‘Speak Your Peace’ art
Staff report BOARDMAN The Davis Family YMCA recently hosted its first “Speak Your Peace: Life
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, 9 a.m. – Age of
MILESTONES
MILESTONES DOCTORS Mary C. Wirtz, daughter of Charles and Catherine Wirtz of Canfield, recently
Church to host singing group June 30
Church to host singing group June 30 AUSTINTOWN Grace Lutheran Church, 162 S. Raccoon Road, will
New Castle YMCA host Pop-Up Fitness classes
The first class on hula hooping is Tuesday at Cascade Park.
Trump responds to sexual-assault accusations
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump says a New York-based advice columnist who
Historical society announces preservation awards
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Historical Society recently presented five Historic
Schools reckon with social stress: ‘I’m on my phone so much’
Schools reckon with mental social media toll By CAROLYN THOMPSON Associated Press BUFFALO,
Study: One in six ER visits, hospital stays triggers ‘surprise’ bill
By RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR Associated Press WASHINGTON Roughly one in every six times
Special discounts for Ohio residents
Special discounts for Ohio residents PITTSBURGH Ohio residents looking for a convenient vacation
The Vindicator underwent many trials and changes in ownership from 1869 through 1887. It was
The Vindicator underwent many trials and changes in ownership from 1869 through 1887. It was
SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Seniors will meet at 12:30 p.m. July 9 at Bedford Trails. Upcoming activities for senior
Circling the silos
Opinion: Before the closure of Lordstown, this group of Mahoning Valley leaders was contacted by GM CEO Mary
Saturday’s other MLB GAMES
Saturday’s other MLB GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 8, Red Sox 7 BOSTON Freddy Galvis and
Iranian hackers wage cyber campaign amid tensions
Associated Press WASHINGTON Iran has increased its offensive cyberattacks against the U.S.
NC town still reeling from Florence’s wrath
Associated Press TRENTON, N.C. Nine months after Hurricane Florence inundated much of eastern
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Christopher and Ariel Judge, Youngstown, girl, June 21.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Scamp the Tramp wins the World’s Ugliest Dog Contest Scamp the Tramp will never win
Woman fatally stabbed, 3 children injured in Cleveland
Woman fatally stabbed, 3 children injured in Cleveland CLEVELAND Police say an 18-year-old man
2019 COORS LIGHT GREATEST GOLFER SCRAMBLE CHAMPIONSHIP THE Qualifiers
AUGUST 2018 25 — Always a Cowboy Golf Benefit at Mill Creek Golf Course. Winners: Bob Bernat, Pete
ON THE LINKS | AREA GOLF LEAGUE SCORES
bedford trails golf course Bedford Trails Senior League Low Gross — Lloyd Lamm 40, Chuck Jackson
IN THE CUP!/Area holes-in-one
IN THE CUP! Area holes in one Bill Price aced the No. 3 hole at Parto’s. He used a pitching
NOTICES
Baseball Baseball lessons — for players ages 8-18 who are interested in furthering skills and
It is now officially summer, and the personal finance site wallethub, for some reason, has decided
It is now officially summer, and the personal finance site wallethub, for some reason, has decided
Runners to YOUR MARKS … Upcoming races & walks
July 4 — The Howland Township Stars and Strips 5K at Howland High School Football Stadium.
Blood Drives
Blood Drives MONDAY Boardman Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Girard First
More screen time for older Americans
When I visited my grandma in the last few years of her life, we spent our time in front of a small
Saturday, June 22 (66 stories)

Pride parade in Warren celebrates diverse lifestyles
Matt Cockrin drew a large crowd as he displayed his dancing prowess while lip-syncing to a popular song, but when it came to the underlying meaning behind his coordinated leaps, gesticulations and turns, he was anything but silent.

Official: Greenway represents vision for growth
The Great Ohio Lake to River Greenway marks the only time Mill Creek MetroParks has resorted to federal property seizure methods in modern history.

First paid concert at amphitheater draws 2,500
The first paid concert at the Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre was an ear-splitting, rapping success.

Vindicator celebrates its 150th year of publishing
On June 25, 1869, the first edition of the Mahoning Vindicator, a new weekly that called for the “speedy triumph” of Democratic Party principles and the rescue of government from the grasp of its “imperialistic assassins,” was published.
Trumbull MetroParks announces park closures due to flooding
Trumbull MetroParks announces park closures due to flooding
Public's help sought after 7 bikers die in NH crash
Public's help sought after 7 bikers die in crash with pickup
North Korea: Kim receives 'excellent' letter from Trump
North Korea: Kim receives 'excellent' letter from Trump
Pa. authorities try to ID some human legs found near river
Pa. authorities try to ID some human legs found near river
2020 Democrats strongly defend abortion rights at forum
2020 Democrats strongly defend abortion rights at forum
Woman fatally stabbed, 3 children injured in Cleveland
Woman fatally stabbed, 3 children injured in Cleveland
Trump delays nationwide operation to deport immigrants
Trump delays nationwide operation to deport immigrants
Skydiving plane crashes in Hawaii, killing all 9 aboard
Skydiving plane crashes in Hawaii, killing all 9 aboard
Police: Man arrested in fatal shooting of Ohio girl
Police: Man arrested in fatal shooting of Ohio girl, 12
MS Consultants to pay $150,000 to resolve Kinsman sewer dispute
MS Consultants to pay $150,000 to resolve Kinsman sewer dispute
‘Jeopardy!’ champ also topped the ratings
By DAVID BAUDER AP Media Writer NEW YORK A case can be made that “Jeopardy!” savant James
Man found dead of gunshot after car crash on Tod Avenue in Warren
Man found dead of gunshot after car crash on Tod Avenue in Warren
RECORD REVIEWS
RECORD REVIEWS The Raconteurs Album: “Help Us Stranger” Grade: A Often a band is defined by
School board powerless to reinstate popular principal
About 30 teachers and supporters came to the meeting to support principal Cathy Dorbish.
WOLLITZ: Young anglers at YSU impress with national bid
Few comments cause my eyes to roll faster than the words of people who decry “kids these days.”
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES Friday’s games
Michagan makes CWS final, tops Texas Tech Omaha, Neb. Michigan scored in all but one inning
BY JAY BOBBIN
BY JAY BOBBIN Gracenote Q. Has “Whiskey Cavalier” been renewed for next year? Richard Hoover,
Hanging basket tips
Q. I always have challenges with hanging baskets – but this is my worst year yet. Can you give me
Wallenda worries for sister ahead of stunt
By JOHN CARUCCI Associated Press NEW YORK As Nik Wallenda prepares to walk a wire 25 stories
New drug to boost women’s sex drive approved in US
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. women will soon have another drug option designed to boost low
Ants got you worried?
Ants got you worried? There are many species of ants in Ohio. Not all of them are carpenter ants.
American Jack Hughes goes No. 1 in NHL Draft
The New Jersey Devils opened the draft Friday by making Hughes the eighth American chosen with the No. 1 pick
CNN to air Apollo 11 specials
BY JAY BOBBIN Gracenote If you aren’t aware the 50th anniversary of the first manned moon
Jubilee Gardens Tour
Jubilee Gardens Tour When: Monday, 6 to 8 p.m. What: Join us at Jubilee Gardens to learn about
Create a rainbow in your yard
BTake a stroll through your yard and garden this season and discover trees, shrubs, flowers, herbs and veggies
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 22
Today is Saturday, June 22, the 173rd day of 2019. There are 192 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Trump: ‘I am in no hurry’
President still hopes for talks with Iranian leaders Associated Press WASHINGTON President
Foundation elects officers, reorganizes
Foundation elects officers, reorganizes SALEM The trustees of the Salem Rotary Foundation
Agency seeks ‘hosts’ for rotting whales
Unusual die-off continues along America’s West Coast Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. So many
ON THE LINKS Friday’s pro golf roundup
LPGA Green holds lead in Women’s PGA CHASKA, MINN. Hannah Green of Australia twice escaped
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., 22.590.08 Aqua America, 2.13
Sucher leads as big names struggle at Travelers Championship
Zack Sucher found wrestling with chronic leg problems on the PGA Tour harder than wrestling alligators
National debt demands attention
Opinion: By Tom Purcell Cagle Cartoons Breaking news: Federal spending is out of control. I’m kidding,
We should work to bring elder abuse out of shadows
Editorial: Krishmu Shipmon sounded the alarm loudly and clearly last week on the pervasive scope of pernicious
U.S. REP. BILL JOHNSON | Americans in 2019 must still strive to earn D-Day troops’ sacrifice
Opinion: On June 6, along with much of the free world, Americans observed the 75th anniversary of D-Day – the
CLASS B BASEBALL 18U games
Knightline 11, Eagle Wear 0 Jack Kartsonas picked up the win for Knightline, allowing one hit in
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Gucci Mane, 7 p.m.: Rap artist will headline the first show ($55 to
Agents find drugs, guns
Agents find drugs, guns KINSMAN Agents with TAG Drug Task Force on Thursday executed a search
Caitlin Diorio, Grant Heydinger are engaged
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica in Youngstown has been chosen as the setting for the wedding of
SPORTS digest
YSU men’s basketball signs Daniel Ogoro Youngstown Daniel Ogoro, a 6-foot-5 point guard, has
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola,
Growing and pruning grapes
Growing and pruning grapes Grapes should not be planted on overhead trellis structures, but
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 4-over 74 in the
sunday news shows
sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Sen. Cory
She shed: Garden retreat and garden storage
By PAM BAYTOS OSU Extension master gardener volunteer CANFIELD A true she shed is a retreat.
Friday, June 21 (107 stories)

Scrappers lose to Doubledays, 8-1
The Mahoning Valley Scrappers on Friday paid homage to one-time Niles resident Harry Stevens, the concessionaire who helped establish the hot dog as a staple at baseball games.

Joint law-enforcement effort nets 33 guns, indictments
Thirty-three guns off the street and four federal indictments – so far – happened after a spike in homicides late last year led to federal, state and city law-enforcement agencies working together.

Will local officials approve Tobacco 21 legislation?
Youngstown and Girard officials are mulling local Tobacco 21 ordinances in their municipalities to raise the legal age limit to 21 to buy tobacco or vape products.

Local reverend turns 100 on Sunday
The Rev. Flonerra Henry-Harris looked like royalty in her bright-pink dress, pearls and glistening tiara.
MS Consultants to pay $150K to resolve sewer dispute
MS Consultants to pay $150K to resolve Kinsman sewer dispute
Teachers, supporters want Youngstown principal reinstated
Teachers, supporters want popular Youngstown schools principal reinstated
Lawmakers decry perilous federal lockups for migrant kids
Lawmakers decry perilous federal lockups for migrant kids
Court tosses black man's murder conviction over racial bias
Court tosses black man's murder conviction over racial bias
Authorities investigating fatal Cincinnati fire as arson
Authorities investigating fatal Cincinnati fire as arson
Trump denies new new sexual assault allegation
President faces new sexual assault allegation; he issues denial
4 states added to suit to stop $26.5B Sprint-T-Mobile deal
4 states added to suit to stop $26.5B Sprint-T-Mobile deal
New drug to boost women's sex drive approved in US
New drug to boost women's sex drive approved in US
Ohio man dies after getting pinned beneath his riding mower
Ohio man dies after getting pinned beneath his riding lawn mower
Buttigieg criticized after police killing of black man
Buttigieg criticized after police killing of black man
Youngstown schools earn accolades for behavior interventions
Youngstown schools earn accolades for behavior interventions
Search of Kinsman house results in suspected meth, guns, pills
Search of Kinsman house results in suspected meth, guns, pills
Youngstown schools, barbers stress the importance of reading
Schools, barbers kick off summer program stressing importance of reading
Enforcement officials discussing gun violence prevention
Enforcement officials discussing gun violence prevention
Police: Juvenile charged after confessing to robbery
Police: Juvenile charged after confessing to robbery
Trump: We were 'cocked and loaded' to strike Iran
Trump calls off Iranian strikes, ratcheting down tension
Trumbull launches Italian food trail
Staff report WARREN The Trumbull County Tourism Bureau has launched the Italian Food Trail
Fears of a ‘Toy Story’ letdown are unfounded ‘TOY’ IS A JOY
‘Toy Story 4’ Grade: 3 stars (out of 4) Rating: G Running time: 1:40 By LINDSEY BAHR AP
‘Child’s Play’ delivers subtle commentary
‘CHILD’S PLAY’ Grade: 3 stars (out of 4) Rating: R for bloody horror violence and language
Austintown hosts sheep sheering demo
The Austintown library hosted a Sheep Shearing demonstration on June 12.
The Sofranecs honored for 65th anniversary
POLAND Joseph and Janet Sofranec of Poland recently were honored for their 65th anniversary with a
St. Christine’s hosts Grandparents’ Day
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com St. Christine’s School hosted their 13th annual
Children tour the solar system at the Poland library
The Carnegie Science Center brought their digital blow up planetarium to the Poland library on June 13.
CHS celebrates College Decision Day
By ABBY SLANKER aslanker@vindy.com Canfield High School seniors joined thousands of students
Canfield Swim and Tennis Club defeats Warren
Under the direction of Head Coach Brian Stahl and Assistant Coaches Jamie Stahl and Kyle Kimmer,
Boardman softball players celebrate senior night
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Boardman softball players celebrated the end of their
New Eyemart store hosts grand opening event
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com A new Eyemart Express store, located at 1301 Boardman
Community members get to know Google Earth
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Michael Kusalaba library celebrated Earth Day by
Boardman Community Briefs
ABWA chapter to meet The Mill Creek Chapter of ABWA (American Business Women’s Association) will
Poland Community Briefs
ABWA chapter to meet The Mill Creek Chapter of ABWA (American Business Women’s Association) will
CHS recognizes students at Academic Awards Program
By ABBY SLANKER aslanker@vindy.com The Canfield Parent Teacher Association hosted its 36th
Community celebrates the upcoming “Lion King” movie
The Canfield library hosted a Roaring Safari Party on June 13.
Austintown Community Briefs
Class of 1959 to meet for 60th reunion The Austintown Fitch High Class of 1959 is celebrating
Memorial Mile races takes place for 29th year
It was great running weather for the 29th annual Memorial Mile, presented by Walgreens, on Memorial
Mill Creek Park hosts annual Children’s Reading Festival
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Mill Creek Park hosted the annual Children’s Book Festival
Canfield Community Briefs
ABWA chapter to meet The Mill Creek Chapter of ABWA (American Business Women’s Association) will
Poland Seminary High School band performs spring concert
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Poland Seminary High School students participated in the
Danielle Devin, Gary Haffely are engaged
BOARDMAN Daniel and Shawn Devin of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Kristin Evans, Ryan Sobinovsky to wed July 20
NEW MIDDLETOWN Donald and Kaira Evans of New Middletown are announcing the engagement of their
June 6
June 6 Domestic violence: Police charged Trisha M. Thompson, 33, of Southern Boulevard, Boardman,
CUMP students display artistic talent
By ABBY SLANKER aslanker@vindy.com The Canfield United Methodist Preschool filled the church’s
‘Very nice’ weather on the way for Valley
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The flash flood warning for Trumbull County and the flash flood watch
Greatest Golfer of the Valley JUNIORS | Reserve Run SCORES
Thursday’s scores from the Greatest Golfer of the Valley junior qualifier at Reserve Run Golf Course
Official: US prepared Iran attack
President Trump approved limited strikes, but then called them off Associated Press WASHINGTON

Sex sting suspects indicted
14 people rounded up as part of an internet sex sting targeting men looking for underage women
Seventeen apply for Austintown top job
Three current Mahoning Valley superintendents applied, along with one current Austintown administrator
Racial wealth divide is huge
Opinion: By Jessicah Pierre OtherWords One day in late June, 1865, Union soldiers arrived in Galveston,
Economic signals, Mideast tensions bring swings to energy stocks
Associated Press Energy stocks have gone along with oil prices on a wild ride this quarter. Oil
Penske to get Presidential Medal of Freedom
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump says he’s awarding a Presidential Medal of
Austintown hosts second grade art show
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Austintown Elementary School hosted the second annual
Campbell having open house to sell homes
The city will partner with real estate agents to show off available homes.
New Ace Hardware opens in Boardman
The new Ace Hardware hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony in Boardman on June 7.
Paratrooper airdrop
Paratrooper airdrop VIENNA The Air Force Reserve’s 910th Airlift Wing at the Youngstown Air
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Taylor Ward and John Cunningham, Girard, girl, June 18.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Disaster!,” 8 p.m.: Musical comedy ($14, $12 for seniors, $10 for
Wizardly World event in Kent adds bar crawl
Staff report KENT The popular Wizardly World of Kent event, formerly known as Kent Potterfest,
Youngstown medical marijuana dispensary gets certificate to open
It’s the only dispensary in Mahoning County
AUSTINTOWN APPLICANTS
Full list of applicants for Austintown Local Schools superintendent, as well as their current
Reunions & Class Notes
Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1959 will celebrate its 60-year class reunion Aug. 30 and 31.
Pelosi ally joins calls for impeachment
Associated Press WASHINGTON Four Democrats have joined a slowly growing group calling for
YPD, Feds, APA, to announce partnership results today
Targeted people known to be involved in gun crimes
Company seeking to buy GM complex secures $25M
The money will be used for general capital and research and development
Mahoning Cty. Dems overhaul candidate endorsement process
Opinion: The Mahoning County Democratic Party elected Joyce Kale-Pesta as its chairwoman to be more of a
Youngstown man to become first black man to play in chess tournaments in every state
Youngstown man travels country to play chess
OCCHA will host food fest June 29
OCCHA will host food fest June 29 YOUNGSTOWN OCCHA (Organizaci ≥n C vica y Cultural Hispana
Boardman funds flood projects
Staff report BOARDMAN Township trustees approved the closure of a portion of South Cadillac
CLUB CALENDAR
associations Mahoning Valley Amateur Radio Association is celebrating 100 years of amateur radio
Walmart to pay $282 million over foreign corruption charges
Associated Press ALEXANDRIA, Va. Walmart agreed Thursday to pay $282 million to settle federal
Businesses to be sold
Businesses to be sold LIVONIA, MICH. Masco Corporation, one of the world’s leading
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 21
Today is Friday, June 21, the 172nd day of 2019. There are 193 days left in the year. Summer begins
Was released from hospital Thursday
Patrick Ungaro retiring from his position as Liberty Township administrator
Daniel deserves no parole in horrible Warren crime
Editorial: In the annals of crime his- tory in Trumbull County, the cold-blooded murder of 65-year-old George
Hope Bobonick, Robert Stojkov to wed July 13
AUSTINTOWN Tom and Renee Bobonick and Kathy Stojkov, all of Austintown, are announcing the
Thursday, June 20 (94 stories)
NY Times: Trump approved strikes on Iran, then pulled back
NY Times: Trump approved strikes on Iran, then pulled back

Sylak, Benson qualify as Greatest continues
Rain pause allows Greatest Golfer of the Valley Juniors an opportunity to qualify a second group at Reserve Run Golf Course
Youngstown man travels country to play chess
Youngstown man to become first black man to play in chess tournaments in every state
City announces new details for block party, plaza party
City announces details for block party, plaza party

Outcry over work force building TJX warehouse
Labor leaders express concern HomeGoods construction jobs won’t go to local workers

Workhorse money infusion not for Lordstown
Workhorse, a company looking to buy the GM complex in Lordstown, obtains $25 million in investments

Leaf Relief is sole dispensary in Mahoning County
Youngstown medical marijuana dispensary gets certificate to open
Eastgate gets $210,000 grant for strategic planning
Eastgate gets $210,000 grant for strategic planning

Sylak, Benson earn Greatest finals bids at Reserve Run
Greatest Golfer of the Valley junior qualifier scores today at Reserve Run Golf Course.
Appeals court allows Trump abortion rules to take effect
Appeals court allows Trump abortion rules to take effect
Senate votes to block Saudi arms sales as Trump vows veto
Senate votes to block Saudi arms sales as Trump vows veto
City schools survey says school quality excellent or good
City schools survey says school quality excellent or good
Ohio AG doesn't certify gun initiative; group vows to continue effort
Ohio AG doesn't certify gun initiative; group vows to continue effort
Youngstown police locate truck that may have caused power outage
Youngstown police locate truck that may have caused power outage
Weirick appointed as interim Liberty administrator
Pat Ungaro is retiring after serving the township since 2002
Trustees approve closure of a section of South Cadillac Drive
It’s a safety issue,” said road superintendent Marilyn Kenner.
Pair face charges after police find gun during search
Pair face charges after police find gun during search
Prosecutors seek six-year sentence in Youngstown drug case
Prosecutors seek six-year sentence in Youngstown drug case
Tickets on sale for Monday's 'State of the Valley'
Tickets on sale for Monday's 'State of the Valley'
GM Lordstown suitor Workhorse obtains $25M in financing
GM Lordstown suitor Workhorse obtains $25M in financing
Pelosi ally, freshmen Dem join calls for Trump impeachment
Pelosi ally, freshmen Dem join calls for Trump impeachment
VALLEY STORMS | Flash flood warning continues until 8 p.m.
VALLEY STORMS | Flash flood warning continues until 8 p.m.
North Korea’s Kim meets China’s Xi, says awaiting US actions
North Korea’s Kim meets China’s Xi, says awaiting US actions
MIDEAST TENSIONS | Putin: US attack on Iran would be catastrophic
Putin: US attack on Iran would be catastrophic
No Hong Kong response as activists’ deadline passes
No Hong Kong response as activists’ deadline passes
Senate budget would change Ohio high school graduation rules
Senate budget would change Ohio high school graduation rules
Port authority accepts donation of Boardman Chemical Bank building
Port authority accepts donation of Boardman Chemical Bank building
House approves spending package with aircrafts possibly for Youngstown Air Reserve Station
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan put the aircrafts into the bill.
Police arrest fourth woman in prostitute sweep
The woman told investigators she’d been selling herself since she was 15 years old
Block Party back for another round
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Now in its second year, the Block Party is expanding. The hip-hop-
Canfield council proposes stormwater fee hike
By JUSTIN DENNIS jdennis@vindy.com CANFIELD City council members are considering a hike to
Howland had tornado sirens that didn’t sound Sunday, too
Howland had tornado sirens that didn’t sound Sunday, too
Campbell council eliminates police sergeant position
Council couldn’t unify behind a pair of ordinances dealing with city employees.
State budget won’t end state takeover of troubled school districts
The budget keeps troubled school districts like Youngstown under state control.
Trumbull commissioners approve new senior-citizen rides
Trumbull commissioners approve new senior-citizen rides
Collectible toys, games at event at Metroplex
Staff report LIBERTY The Toyhio Toy Show returns to the Metroplex Expo Center off Belmont Avenue
Iran Revolutionary Guard reports it shot down US RQ-4 Global Hawk drone
Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said today it shot down a U.S. drone
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
around the horn Wednesday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Athletics 8, Orioles 3 OAKLAND, CALIF. Chris Bassitt took a no-hitter into
Trump stretches truth at his campaign kickoff
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump boasted with abandon in launching his 2020
Ohio farmers: Rain impact will hurt all
By JOHN SEEWER Associated Press PERRYSBURG, Ohio Farmers who have been unable to plant their
Summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman Township
Summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman Township
Film offers dry humor, dusty zombies
‘The Dead Don’t Die’ Grade: 2 and a half stars (out of 4) Rating: R for zombie violence/gore,
‘Credible evidence’ to warrant probe into Khashoggi’s murder
By JAMEY KEATEN and AYA BATRAWY Associated Press More than eight months after Saudi journalist
INSIDE: Mahoning Valley Hospital Foundation scores, B2
INSIDE: Mahoning Valley Hospital Foundation scores, B2
US beekeepers lose nearly 38% of colonies
By SETH BORENSTEIN AP Science Writer WASHINGTON Winter hit U.S. honeybees hard with the
Grizzlies trade Conley to Jazz
Memphis traded point guard Mike Conley to Utah after 12 seasons with franchise
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Fri: Ruby Hornsby, 7 p.m. Aqua Pazzo, 492
Medicare for all would be lifesaver
Opinion: By Negin Owliaei OtherWords One night a few years ago, my partner woke up delirious with fever,
United States drowning in debt
Opinion: There are many addictions besides drugs, sex and power. There is also our increasing addiction to
Scrappers jump on Black Bears early
Michael Cooper logs three-RBI day as Mahoning Valley splits series
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc.,22.40‚àí0.14 Aqua America, 2.13
AUDITIONS
Auditions will take place at 7 p.m. June 23 and 24 for “People Along the Way,” directed by Mary Ruth
CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Viking fest at fairgrounds Ohio Viking Festival will take place Friday through
Order extended 3 weeks
Order extended 3 weeks boardman The temporary restraining order against the Wagon Wheel Motel
college world series Roundup
Louisville survives rally to beat Auburn OMAHA, Neb. Two Louisville relievers survived anxious
US EPA loosens rules to help coal industry
Associated Press WASHINGTON Despite scientists’ increasingly urgent warnings, the Trump
“I’m not ashamed to say I’m mentally ill, but that doesn’t mean mentally
“I’m not ashamed to say I’m mentally ill, but that doesn’t mean mentally weak.”
Ohio Supreme Court declares FirstEnergy’s grid fee illegal
The court rejected a decision that allowed FirstEnergy to charge an additional fee.
Zion center of attention at media day
The projected first pick portrays himself as ordinary prospect
Mooney’s Perry makes all-star softball team
Mooney’s Perry makes all-star softball team YOUNGSTOWN Cardinal Mooney softball player Caitlin
Trump’s insistence Iran would fold is not evident
Editorial: A year after the president assured allies that U.S. withdrawal from the Iran nuclear agreement would
Do you live in a fun state?
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons “You think there’s not a lot goin’ on/But look closer, baby,
GEORGE WILL: Oberlin College has graduated from self-caricature to disgrace
Opinion: “You Americans do not rear children, you incite them; you give them food and shelter and applause.”
Home Savings gives $5,000 to Walnut Grove playground
Home Savings gives $5,000 to Walnut Grove playground YOUNGSTOWN Home Savings Bank donated a
$4.5M in settlements over deaths tied to doctor in murder case
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio hospital system has reached nearly $4.5 million in settlements
world cup roundup
England tops Japan, clinches Group D NICE, France England remained undefeated at the Women’s
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 20
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 20 Today is Thursday, June 20, the 171st day of 2019. There are 194 days left
“Reef Break” (10 p.m., ABC): When former thief Cat Chambers returns home to the Pacific
“Reef Break” (10 p.m., ABC): When former thief Cat Chambers returns home to the Pacific island
New This week
New This week Anna (R) Cinema South: Fri.-Tue. 12:45, 3:55, 7:05, 10:05 p.m. Regal Austintown:
CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Gucci Mane at amphitheater Rap artist Gucci Mane will headline a 7 p.m.
State funding for schools must give priority to rural and urban at-risk students
Akron Beacon Journal: Larry Householder wasn’t going to remain silent. In looking at a portion of
Women’s art show plans preview party
Women’s art show plans preview party YOUNGSTOWN The YWCA Mahoning Valley’s “Women Artists: A
Wednesday, June 19 (70 stories)

Mill Creek tourney attracts golfers from the world over
Erik Plenge wants to compete against the best. So much so, he’s willing to travel from South America to Northeast Ohio to do so, thinking not only of the current moment but the future, as well.
Iran says Revolutionary Guard shoots down US drone
Iran says Revolutionary Guard shoots down US drone

Lily pond aeration system will prevent future fish kills
Nearly six years after low oxygen levels in Mill Creek MetroParks’ Lily Pond left the pristine oasis filled with dead fish, an aeration system has been installed to prevent future fish kills.

Youngstown council mulls parking-meter ordinance
City council postponed a vote to repeal and replace its ordinance on parking meters as members wanted to discuss it further.

Shootouts play at Stambaugh tonight
“I don’t like country music but I like what you guys are doing.” That’s a line that Ryan Humbert has heard several times after shows by his band, the Shootouts.
Youngstown council postpones vote on parking meter ordinance
Youngstown council postpones vote on parking meter ordinance
Dominican AG: Ortiz shooting result of mistaken identity
Dominican AG: Ortiz shooting result of mistaken identity
10-year-old Colorado girl 'overwhelmed' after Yosemite climb
10-year-old Colorado girl 'overwhelmed' after Yosemite climb
Biden draws ire in recalling 'civility' with segregationists
Biden draws ire in recalling 'civility' with segregationists
US Rep. Ryan puts funding for YARS aircraft in spending bill
US Rep. Ryan puts funding for YARS aircraft in spending bill
Trumbull commissioners approve new senior-citizen rides
Trumbull commissioners approve new senior-citizen rides

Greatest Juniors head to Reserve Run Thursday
Thursday, Greatest Golfer tees off at Reserve Run for its second qualifier of the 2019 season. ... if Mother Nature lets us.
UN expert urges probe of Saudi prince over Khashoggi killing
UN expert urges probe of Saudi prince over Khashoggi killing
UPDATE | EPA rolls back Obama rule on coal-fired power plants
Trump administration ends Obama-era rule for coal-fired plants
Democrats interview former longtime Trump aide Hope Hicks
Democrats interview former longtime Trump aide Hope Hicks
Trump to honor US military during Fourth of July address
Trump to honor US military during Fourth of July address
GM seeks to avoid Takata recalls for fourth straight year
GM seeks to avoid Takata recalls for fourth straight year
UPDATE | North and South 680 reopened after utility pole mishaps
UPDATE | North and South 680 reopened after utility pole mishaps
Will Warren teen face adult charge in June 4 homicide?
Will Warren teen face adult charge in June 4 homicide?
Sheetz to be built in place of old fire station
Staff report BOARDMAN A week after flooded residents called for a moratorium on development in
Prosecutors: Pair sold meth around children
Damien J. Pratt and Melinda S. Seaman, both of Struthers, were arrested by U.S. Marshals Tuesday. Both were secretly indicted last week
Agents search Canfield home for child porn
The apartment’s tenant has yet to be arrested and has not been identified, and the search warrant remains sealed.
Despite review of earlier Trumbull tornado, notification problems persist
Despite review of earlier Trumbull tornado, notification problems persist
Youngstown Tenants Council meets for first time
The first meeting was small but featured a plethora of information on renters’ rights.
Poland village considering landlord registration legislation
Staff report POLAND Village council Tuesday night moved to a second reading a proposed landlord

Soggy conditions didn't stop AJGA golfers
The qualifying round of the Mahoning Valley Hospital Foundation Junior All-Star was canceled Sunday due to flooding. Rain reappeared on Tuesday, threatening completion of the first round of the tournament. But after nearly an hour, the rain subsided and play resumed.
Sharon Speedway offers refunds
Sharon Speedway offers refunds Hartford Sharon Speedway canceled Tuesday’s Ohio Speedweek event
Three things to watch for from the Federal Reserve today
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Federal Reserve is likely – if not certain – to leave interest
tuesday’s world cup women’s matches
Brazil 1, Italy 0 VALENCIENNES, FRANCE Marta set a record for men and women with her 17th career
US air quality slipping after years of improvement
Associated Press After decades of improvement, America’s air may not be getting any cleaner.
Cusack apologizes for anti-Semitic tweet
Cusack apologizes for anti-Semitic tweet LOS ANGELES Actor John Cusack is apologizing for
Platini taken into custody in Paris
Former star soccer player questioned about 2022 World Cup decision
Mercy Health to offer seminar on knee pain
Mercy Health to offer seminar on knee pain NILES Mercy Health Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine
President’s deportation plan faces obstacles
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump could have a tough time making good on his
2018 sees big drop in charitable giving by individual Americans
Associated Press NEW YORK Charitable giving by individual Americans in 2018 suffered its biggest
Nilla wafers used in attack, woman says
Nilla wafers used in attack, woman says YOUNGSTOWN A Bonnie Brae Avenue woman told police late
Pot use doubles in US pregnant women
Associated Press CHICAGO Pot use in pregnancy has doubled among U.S. women and is most common
Trump rehashes gripes at re-election kickoff
Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. Jabbing at the press and poking the eye of the political
Shanahan drops bid to lead Pentagon, citing ‘painful’ past
Shanahan drops bid to lead Pentagon, citing ‘painful’ past WASHINGTON After months of
Book club celebrates 80th anniversary
Staff report CANFIELD The Monday Book Review Club recently celebrated its founding week with an
San Francisco weighs ban on e-cigarette sales
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco supervisors are considering whether to move the
JCRC names winners of writing and art contest
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Jewish Community Relations Council of the Youngstown Area Jewish
“FAMILY, FRIENDS AND CARRIE”
“FAMILY, FRIENDS AND CARRIE” MALIBU PUNCH by TRACY YEAGER 1/2bottle Malibu Rum 1large can
Food Sales & Dinners
THURSDAY Woodworth Church of the Brethren, 30 E. Western Reserve Road, Poland, will host a creamed
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Girard school board, special meeting, 4 p.m., high-school library, 1244 Shannon
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 19
Today is Wednesday, June 19, the 170th day of 2019. There are 195 days left in the year.
Tuesday, June 18 (68 stories)

Area girls build up manufacturing skills at STEAM camp
One day, Destiny McCullough may become a lawyer or a professional basketball player, but her success in either career could receive an added lift, thanks in part to what she’s learned on the ground.

National AFL-CIO president blasts trade pacts
The North American Free Trade Agreement has hurt working Americans, and the proposed update to the deal isn’t much better, said Richard Trumka, national president of the AFL-CIO during a Youngstown visit.

Cleanup efforts continue at Yankee Run Golf Course
The community is volunteering time and tools to help clear storm debris and fallen trees from Yankee Run Golf Course.
Youngstown man sentenced to six years in prison for attack
Youngstown man sentenced to six years in prison for attack
PG&E to pay $1 billion to governments for wildfire damage
PG&E to pay $1 billion to governments for wildfire damage
Boardman zoning appeals board approves Sheetz gas station
Boardman zoning appeals board approves Sheetz gas station
Attorney: Man killed at Costco was mentally ill, off meds
Attorney: Man killed at Costco was mentally ill, off meds
Facebook's currency Libra faces financial, privacy pushback
Facebook's currency Libra faces financial, privacy pushback
Ohio authorities investigate how man ended up in load of trash
Ohio authorities investigate how man ended up in load of trash
Authorities: 4 children, 2 adults die in 2 fires in Ohio
Authorities: 4 children, 2 adults die in 2 fires in Ohio
Boeing signs first deal for 737 Max jet since deadly crashes
Boeing signs first deal for 737 Max jet since deadly crashes
Mahoning County rabies-vaccination clinic is Saturday in Poland
Mahoning County rabies-vaccination clinic is Saturday in Poland
Over 16 tons of cocaine intercepted at Philadelphia port
Over 16 tons of cocaine intercepted at Philadelphia port
US air quality is slipping after years of improvement
US air quality is slipping after years of improvement
Trump protesters rally at gay bar blocks from arena speech
Trump protesters rally at gay bar blocks from arena speech
Shanahan drops bid to lead Pentagon, citing 'painful' past
Shanahan drops bid to lead Pentagon, citing 'painful' past
Nilla Wafers box used as weapon in Youngstown assault
Nilla Wafers box used as weapon in Youngstown assault

POSTPONED: Greatest Juniors tee Tuesday at Avalon
The Greatest Golfer of the Valley junior series has its second 2019 qualifier Tuesday at Avalon Golf & Country Club.
WEATHER WATCH | Mahoning River level near flood range in Youngstown
WEATHER WATCH | Mahoning River level near flood range in Youngstown
EMA: Mahoning flooding relief is tied to FEMA declaration
Ohio EMA and the National Weather Service determined the storm system that caused Dayton-area tornadoes was the same that dumped several inches of water on Mahoning County in late May
Youngstown looks to overhaul its parking meters enforcement to generate more money
City wants to add more meters, extend hours and negotiate with a company to handle collections
Legislator’s eminent-domain bill aims to stop MetroParks from taking private land for bike trail
A new Ohio House bill could stop Mill Creek MetroParks from acquiring private property for a proposed bike trail
Ex-teacher undeserving of a break for sexual battery
Editorial: While serving as a special- education teacher, Eric R. Kline had two sexual encounters with a 16
Fewer Dems should run for prez, so more can focus on US Senate
Opinion: WASHINGTON Dear Democratic presidential candidates: I know all 23 of you want to run against
QUOTES OF THE DAY
Opinion: QUOTES OF THE DAY “Only Fake Polls show us behind the Motley Crew [Democrats]. We are looking
Did you get an $800K raise?
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Congratulations on that nice pay raise you got last year. A 7
YSU athlete GPAs reach record high
Youngstown State student-athletes post 3.19 grade-point-average during the spring semester
WOMEN’S WORLD CUP SOCCER Recaps of Monday’s games
Rekick sends France to victory over Nigeria Rennes, France France completed World Cup group
SPORTS digest
Koenig named to NEOBCA Hall of Fame Former Canfield baseball coach Matt Koenig will be inducted
SCHOLARSHIPS
The list of high-school graduates who have received college or university scholarships based on
AROUND THE HORN | Monday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 2, Twins 0 MINNEAPOLIS Rick Porcello pitched seven shutout innings for
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
ASAP track meet set
ASAP track meet set WARREN The Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention (ASAP), a program of the
Tri Streams opens
Tri Streams opens BOARDMAN Tri Streams, a company selling internet television, opened a kiosk
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD June
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES roundup
Masters’ triple hands Tech win over Hogs Omaha, Neb. Cody Master’s first triple of the season
MVHS to offer summer camp
MVHS to offer summer camp YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Historical Society will offer its
worth a look
AUCTION Struthers Rotary Club will host its annual duck race and basket auction Aug. 17 at Yellow
How You Can Protect Your Family from Falling
Brought to you by MERCY HEALTH The mission of Mercy Health has remained steadfast since the
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 18
Today is Tuesday, June 18, the 169th day of 2019. There are 196 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
SPRING ALL-CONFERENCE HONOREES
EASTERN OHIO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE SOFTBALL First Team Jade McBride, East Palestine, pitcher
Won’t hear appeal
Won’t hear appeal WARREN The U.S. Supreme Court has refused to hear an appeal that death-row
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Lakeview school board, 7:30 a.m., special meeting, superintendent’s office, 300
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Celina Cruz and Daman Slocum, Campbell, girl, June 16.
Trump re-election campaign fires pollsters after mixed messaging
Associated Press WASHINGTON When President Donald Trump’s internal polling suggested he was
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc.,21.65‚àí0.08 Aqua America, .20
Monday, June 17 (55 stories)

Scrappers top Muckdogs, 3-1
Ethan Hankins knows that all eyes are on him when he takes the mound at the start of a baseball game.

Hume loaned $52,500 to primary campaign
Martin Hume raised $18,009 and loaned $52,500 to his campaign to win the Democratic primary for Youngstown Municipal Court judge.

Cleaning up storm damage across Trumbull County
People from Warren to Brookfield are cleaning up after Sunday’s damaging winds after learning the mess indeed was created by a tornado – in fact, two of them.
US Supreme Court won't hear Warren killer's appeal
US Supreme Court won't hear Warren killer's appeal
Manning bill aims to stop MetroParks from taking land for bike trail
Manning bill aims to stop MetroParks from taking land for bike trail

Spring title winners discuss success
Upon finishing second in the 3200-meter run at last year’s state track and field championships, Howland Tigers runner Vinny Mauri immediately turned to his coach [Logan Sheptock] and told him that won’t happen again. He kept his promise.
Hume raised more than $18K in judicial primary win
Hume raised more than $18K in judicial primary win
Mahoning flooding relief is tied to FEMA declaration
Mahoning flooding relief is tied to FEMA declaration
China's Xi to visit North Korea as US nuke diplomacy stalls
China's Xi to visit North Korea as US nuke diplomacy stalls
Masked gunman killed in shootout at Dallas courthouse
Masked gunman killed in shootout at Dallas courthouse
Buttigieg goes home to South Bend after man killed by police
Buttigieg goes home to South Bend after man killed by police
US-Iran move closer to a flashpoint as tensions spike
US-Iran move closer to a flashpoint as tensions spike
Harvard pulls Parkland grad's admission over racist comments
Harvard pulls Parkland grad's admission over racist comments
UPDATE | 4 shot, 3 arrested at Raptors rally in Toronto
4 shot, 3 arrested at Raptors rally in Toronto
UPDATE | Stanley-Iris show at the amphitheater reset for July 27
Stanley-Iris show at the amphitheater reset for July 27
TRUMBULL STORMS | Cleaning up across Trumbull County
Two F1 tornadoes confirmed across Trumbull County
Woman faces charges after biting cop, punching fiance
Woman faces charges after biting cop, punching fiance
Pair will be arraigned today in last week's shooting
Pair will be arraigned today in last week's shooting
TRUMBULL STORMS | Cleanup in Warren along Mahoning Avenue
TRUMBULL STORMS | Cleanup in Warren along Mahoning Avenue
High court lets Virginia voting go ahead under redrawn map
High court lets Virginia voting go ahead under redrawn map
POLL | With Mosquito Lake celebrating its 75th anniversary, do you think the name should be changed to something more appealing?
Mosquito Lake is one of the largest lakes in Ohio with more than 7,000 acres of surface area. The surrounding parkland covers 2,483 acres of woodlands and expansive marshes.
TRUMBULL STORMS | Kirila Contractors building leveled
TRUMBULL STORMS | Kirila Contractors building leveled
MAHONING STORMS | Flood advisory until 11 a.m. for parts of county
STORMS | flood advisory until 11 a.m. for parts of Mahoning County
TRUMBULL STORMS | Body, tornado test acting Warren Township chief
TRUMBULL STORMS | Body, tornado test acting Warren Township chief
Youngstown Board of Education will meet 4:30 p.m. Tuesday
Youngstown Board of Education will meet in special session at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday
TRUMBULL STORMS | Warren area deals with aftermath
TRUMBULL STORMS | Warren area deals with aftermath

Storms, heavy rain, high winds whip Valley
A Sunday storm in the Brookfield and Vienna Center area may have resulted in a tornado

Reject parole, state urged
Trumbull prosecutor wants brick thrower to stay in prison longer for vicious attack on elderly woman
Central Park Five ‘exonerations’ are nothing more than folktales
Opinion: By Ann Coulter Andrews McMeel Syndication The African folktale version of the 1989 Central Park
Great stories not told
Opinion: By Michael Reagan Cagle Cartoons I recently traveled to central Illinois to speak at a memorial
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 17
Today is Monday, June 17, the 168th day of 2019. There are 197 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Trump calls newspaper report on Russia power grid ‘treason’
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump has lashed out at The New York Times, saying
Negley man killed in crash on state Route 7
Negley man killed in crash on state Route 7 MIDDLETON TOWNSHIP Ohio State Highway Patrol Lisbon
CEO: Boeing erred handling warning-system problem
Associated Press PARIS The chief executive of Boeing said the company made a “mistake” in
Pirates rally behind Bell for victory over Marlins
Josh Bell padded his NL-leading RBI total Sunday and helped the Pittsburgh Pirates to a series-clinching victory
Woodland holds off Koekpa for first career major win
Gary Woodland denied Brooks Koepka’s bold bid at history
Bauer throws 1st pro shutout as Indians tame Tigers
Trevor Bauer has accomplished a lot of things in his career, but there was one box he wasn’t able to check off until Sunday in Detroit
SPORTS digest
AJGA events cancelled BOARDMAN Today’s American Junior Golf Association qualifiers have been
Lloyd scores 2 as more subdued US beats Chile
When the call came Sunday, Lloyd made it count with a pair of goals
11The following are 911 calls received by the Trumbull County 911 Center regarding the damage that resulted from what many people reported to be a funnel cloud or tornado. To hear the 911 audio calls,
4:16 p.m. — A man reported a tornado on Phalanx Mills Herner Road in Southington 4:16 p.m. — A
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Austintown school board, executive session regarding personnel, 1:30 p.m., Dr.
Saudi prince accuses Iran of tanker attacks
Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
Sunday, June 16 (73 stories)

Scrappers win slugfest vs. Muckdogs in home opener
Less than 90 minutes prior to the scheduled start of Sunday’s game between the Batavia Muckdogs and Mahoning Valley Scrappers

W.Va. author uses first-hand accounts in latest WWII book
West Virginia author Mark Zangara uses first-hand accounts in latest World War II book, “The Fate of the USS Tide”
Ohio bill seeks to require valedictorian, salutatorian at schools
Ohio bill seeks to require valedictorian, salutatorian at schools
Reboot fatigue sets in at nation's theaters
'Men In Black' sequel underwhelms at box office this weekend
Free college tuition becomes rallying cry for Dem hopefuls
Tim Ryan supports a debt-free and tuition-free college education
More than 20,000 customers without power in Valley
More than 20,000 customers without power in Valley
Woodland stays atop U.S. Open leaderboard
The toughest test in this U.S. Open might be more about nerves from chasing history than Pebble Beach.
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES INSTRUCTION Salem ’07 graduate trains naval aviators Navy Lt. Thomas Yuhaniak, a
Malave back with Scrappers and his second family
Dennis Malave looked so out of place that Patti and Bob Bixler of Howland felt obligated to welcome him into their home.
MILESTONES
MILESTONES HONORS Recognized for efforts by Ohio Farm Bureau The Ohio Farm Bureau recently
Dinner, concert to benefit the Hoyt
Staff report NEW CASTLE, PA. The Tania Grubbs Quintet will perform a benefit dinner concert at
Maureen Collins in Playhouse cabaret
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Playhouse will have a special fundraising event, “Maureen
Video makes social media more social
Video is the king of all content on social media. Our posts with images and pithy one-liners are
Family, friends say goodbye to Phil Annarella
From a young age, Phil Annarella took care of others before himself.
Montgomery’s run in education ends after 47 years
Chuck Montogomery, 69, said he and his wife Cathy made the decision to leave in January.
Court justice to speak at opiate summit
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Community Opioid Summit VI: Addressing Addiction from the Bench,
Mohip’s parting words a blast
Opinion: Krish Mohip, out-going chief executive officer of the academically challenged Youngstown City School
Dems must practice a politics of moderation to beat Trump
Opinion: WASHINGTON “It is a great advantage to a president,” said the 30th of them, “and a major source of
Stone-cold killer Claudia will leave prison by 2046
Editorial: It couldn’t have been easy for veteran Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins to write a letter
Yes, you can
Opinion: The first time I saw the new Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre was long before I stepped into it
Black Bears score twice in seventh, split series with MV
The Scrappers lost to the Black Bears 6-3 on Saturday night.
AROUND THE WNBA SATURDAY
Sky 70, Fever 64 INDIANAPOLIS Allie Quigley scored 18 points and the Chicago Sky won their
AREA GOLF SCORES
AREA GOLF SCORES bedford trails Gergels Tuesday Night Ladies Low Gross — Barb Wollitz 40,
Father’s Day, golf just go together
The U.S. Open on Father’s Day at famed Pebble Beach. It’s hard to imagine a more special day for our sport.
Runners to your marks … Upcoming races & walks
Runners to your marks … Upcoming races & walks July 4 — The Howland Township Stars and Strips 5K
Backup plan? Job behind Roethlisberger wide open
Whatever gap Josh Dobbs created over then-rookie Mason Rudolph in 2018 is gone.
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 16
Today is Sunday, June 16, the 167th day of 2019. There are 198 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Seminar will feature fundraising expert
Seminar will feature fundraising expert BOARDMAN The Mahoning-Shenango Chapter of the
OJ Simpson has ‘little gettin’ even to do’
OJ Simpson has ‘little gettin’ even to do’ LOS ANGELES O.J. Simpson launched a Twitter account
Race, power, drive: Elaine Welteroth shares all in new book
Race, power, drive: Elaine Welteroth shares all in new book NEW YORK When she was about to
Democrats favor more access to capital for black businesses
Associated Press CHARLESTON, S.C. Four Democrats vying for their party’s presidential nomination
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES | Saturday’s games
Michigan beats Texas, snaps winless drought Omaha, Neb. Jimmy Kerr’s first triple in two years
MIDCENTURY MARVELOUS
Palm Springs proves a sunny slice of ... By Barbara Barton Sloane Special to The Vindicator
Senior menu
Easterseals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Legal marijuana for all takes a toll on medical users
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. When states legalize pot for all adults, long-standing medical
Ladies association announces scholarship awardees
Staff report youngstown The First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association of Beachwood recently
APPOINTED
APPOINTED Kent State University President-elect Todd Diacon has announced the appointment of
Mercer County Master Gardeners to host bus trip
Mercer County Master Gardeners to host bus trip The Mercer County Master Gardeners are sponsoring
MASONIC groups
THURSDAY Ladies Oriental Shrine will have its June luncheon meeting at 11:30 a.m. at Johnny’s
Lloyd adjusts to new role in tourney, but doesn’t accept it
Carli Lloyd was the star of the 2015 Women’s World Cup four years ago in Canada.
AP source: Lakers and Pelicans agree on Davis trade
The trade pairs the 26-year-old Davis with 34-year-old superstar LeBron James.
Martin’s bold move gives Indians insurance
It was the right time for the Cleveland baserunner to take off for the plate.
SANDLOT ROUNDUP | Class B results
18-U Creekside Fitness 7, Avalanche 3 Dylan Gursky had two hits including a double, an RBI and
What makes a dad great? Let her count the ways
Opinion: What makes a dad great? Let her count the ways While fathers are not all “one size fits all,” they
In the cup! Area holes-in-one
Daniel LaPolla of Howland aced the 130-yard No. 3 at Trumbull Country Club. He used a pitching wedge
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Garden Gate Garden Club will meet at 1 p.m. to discuss cinder block garden planters. Co-
Summer camp offerred
Summer camp offerred YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Historical Society will offer its Summer
AREA GOLF CALENDAR
AREA GOLF CALENDAR UPCOMING Outings & SCRAMBLES JUNE 22 — Girard FIRST Robotics Aptiv Team
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, 9 a.m. – Age of
Honing their craft
By Jim Cyphert, Mahoning Valley Flight Crew Coaches serves up a rainbow of beer selections
SALEM community theatre ‘Leaving Iowa’: Sit back and enjoy the ride, story, acting
By Eric McCrea entertain@vindy.com As summer gets into full swing, The Salem Community Theatre
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Cardinal Joint Fire District Board of Trustees, 5:30 p.m., station 2, 7075 Herbert
Dead man unidentified
Dead man unidentified WARREN Officials had not yet identified as of Saturday afternoon the
SPORTS digest
Curbstone to honor state champions BEAVER TOWNSHIP The Curbstone Coaches will honor high school
SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Seniors will meet at 12:30 p.m. July 9 at Bedford Trails. AARP 4611 East Youngstown will meet
Crew of attacked oil tanker land safely in Dubai
Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates Crew members from a Norwegian-owned oil tanker
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Kim Novak art exhibit, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.: The screen actor will be
EDMUNDS Comparing the 2019 Acura RDX to the Cadillac XT4
By KURT NIEBUHR Edmunds Small luxury SUVs are one of the fastest-growing luxury vehicle types in
Blood Drives
Blood Drives MONDAY Cortland United Methodist Church, 155 N. High St., 1 to 6 p.m. Grace Woods
WOMEN’S WORLD CUP SOCCER | Saturday’s games
Canada 2, New Zealand 0 GRENOBLE, FRANCE Jessie Fleming and Nichelle Prince each had second-half
Saturday, June 15 (72 stories)

New date for Stanley-Iris show revealed Monday
Saturday’s concert was to have been the first test of the adequacy of parking areas in the area of the amphitheater

Inaugural Mahoning County Relay for Life in Boardman Park
Survivors and their supporters kick off the inaugural Mahoning County Relay for Life in Boardman Park
Mosquito Lake prevents floods, provides drinking water
Mosquito Lake is one of 16 flood-damage reduction projects

Team Bannon raises more than $1 million in a decade
Youngstown-based Team Bannon/Crush ALS prepares for 11th 270-mile ride
Amphitheater concert canceled; storm forecast updated
Amphitheater concert canceled; storm forecast updated
Many great dads in my life ...
The U.S. Open on Father’s Day at famed Pebble Beach. It’s hard to imagine a more special day for our sport.
Man charged with stealing from two people he knows in short time
Man charged with stealing from two people he knows in short time
Tim Ryan will participate in the first night of the initial presidential debate
Most of the higher-polling candidates will be on stage the second night
AMP ANECDOTES
AMP ANECDOTES TRIVIA: Remember “The Props.” That’s the name of the Cleveland-based band that took
Scrappers top Bears in season opener
George Valera doubled twice, drove in two runs and scored twice for MV.
TV show creator Marta Kauffman outfoxes sexism
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES Ask Marta Kauffman if there will be a “Friends”
Thousands turn out to pay respects to Annarella
Phil Annarella’s impact on the Mahoning Valley was displayed in full force on Friday.
Bruce Springsteen
Bruce Springsteen Album: “Western Stars” Grade: A Bruce Springsteen’s new studio release
Film looks at rape of teen girl in Steubenville
Staff report At a preseason party in nearby Steubenville, a heinous crime took place: the assault
Family ties run deep at Mooney camp
Cardinal Mooney’s Football Camp of Champions was a family reunion with some gridrion fundamentals attached.
Investigation found fault with two Trumbull public defender’s employees
Investigation found fault with two Trumbull public defender’s employees
A grateful son’s tribute to one remarkably ‘unremarkable’ dad
Opinion: By TOM PURCELL Cagle Cartoons PITTSBURGH My dad turns 86 next month. He never thought he’d
FRIDAY AROUND TH E NFL
DENVER BRONCOS Pat Bowlen dies after battling Alzheimer’s ENGLEWOOD, Colo. Pat Bowlen, the
ON THE LINKS
ON THE LINKS Friday’s pro golf roundup Brooke Henderson leads Meijer LPGA Classic GRAND
Cali cops: Raptors president shoved, hit deputy
A California police agency will pursue a misdemeanor battery charge against Toronto Raptors President Masai Ujiri.
Judge: Man’s ‘scheming’ in freezer case ‘barbaric’
Sentenced to 48 to life for murder, dismemberment
Amphitheater, riverside park make big splash downtown
Editorial: Tonight’s long-awaited formal opening of the $8 million Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre provides
Fire at North Jackson plant causes damage
Workers were inside the building when the fire started, but no injuries were reported
Gorilla back in Cincinnati Zoo after long California stay
The Cincinnati Zoo says a 37-year-old male silverback gorilla is safely back home some 28 years after he went to California
Last season’s notes from a gardener’s journal TOMATOES
By JOYCE KARSNAK OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer CANFIELD “Did you mulch?” was the question
Sunday news shows
Sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Additional
HAPPY 94th BIRTHDAY William “Biff” Peyko
HONOREE Residence: Vienna Date of birth: June 15, 1925, in Campbell FAMILY Parents: Vincent
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Michael Stanley and the Resonators, 7:30 p.m.: Opening night
Walmart campaign to benefit hospital
Walmart campaign to benefit hospital Walmart and Sam’s Club are hosting their annual Children’s
Trumbull commissioners switch to court appointed system July 1 for common pleas court
Trumbull commissioners switch to court appointed system July 1 for common pleas court
RAISED BED GARDENING
RAISED BED GARDENING When: Monday, 9:30 a.m. to noon. What: Interested in gardening but don’t
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield, Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Kaitlyn Kleinknecht and Eric Greathouse, Washingtonville,
Browns’ Landry: Mayfield comments on Johnson ‘non-issue’
Jarvis Landry’s not worried about the Browns bickering.
The DeChurches honored for 65th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN Alfred and Phyllis DeChurch of Youngstown were recently honored during an anniversary
How you can grow asters
Q. I’ve seen more asters in catalogues and now at the garden center. Can we grow these here? Can you
Brault helps Bucs end seven-game skid
Colin Moran drove in a career-high five runs with two singles and a homer.
Local governments seek negotiating power in opioid lawsuit
Lawyers are asking a federal judge overseeing hundreds of lawsuits filed against manufacturers and distributors of opioid drugs to create a negotiating group consisting solely of U.S. towns, cities and counties
HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY Dorothy Shevetz Iudiciani
HONOREE Residence: Lowellville Date of birth: June 14, 1929, in Lowellville FAMILY Parents:
Submit information about VBS activities
Submit information about VBS activities Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public will be
Jay’s will reopen
Jay’s will reopen BOARDMAN Jay’s Hot Dogs, 68 Boardman-Poland Road, will reopen within the
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 15
Today is Saturday, June 15, the 166th day of 2019. There are 199 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Don’t sweat it when sweat bees land on you
By MARILYN McKINLEY OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer and volunteer pollinator specialist
Studies support concerns about processed foods
Associated Press NEW YORK Chips, soda and frozen pizzas tend to be full of salt, sugar and fat,
Firearms class set
Firearms class set Vienna Fish & Game Club of Vienna, 1508 Youngstown-Kingsville Road, will have
Woodland’s 50-foot putt gives him US Open lead
Gary Woodland’s 6-under 65 matched the U.S. Open record at Pebble Beach for the second time in two days.
Flash-flood watch
Flash-flood watch YOUNGSTOWN The National Weather Service has issued a flash-flood watch from 4
Prosecutors: YPD chief’s son will get 5 years on firearms charges
Jared Hughes is accused of shooting an 18-year-old woman in the leg in an apparent road rage incident along I-680 in March 2018
SPORTS digest
Winslow to be retried on rape charges VISTA, Calif. Former pro football player Kellen Winslow
RIFs result in $1.95 million saved
Youngstown City Schools will save $1.95 million in salaries and benefits
Climate crisis is health crisis
Opinion: By Olivia Alperstein OtherWords Rising global temperatures are intensifying the effects of
WOMEN’S WORLD CUP SOCCER | Recaps of Friday’s games
England 1, Argentina 0 LE HAVRE, FRANCE As roommates at the Women’s World Cup, Jodie Taylor and
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc.,21.73‚àí0.07 Aqua America, .20
Learn to grow veggies
Learn to grow veggies OSU Extension’s free vegetable gardening classes at urban farms and
Better peonies next year
Better peonies next year Peonies were flattened by this year’s rains. Plan now to prevent disease
Friday, June 14 (103 stories)

Thousands turn out to pay respects to Fitch coach
Phil Annarella’s impact on the Mahoning Valley was displayed in full force on Friday.
Successful opening night for the Amp
Finished project is the the culmination of years of dreaming, planning and building
LATEST | Fire at North Jackson plant causes damage
Workers were inside the building when the fire started, but no injuries were reported
DeWine requests USDA disaster designation for Ohio farmers
DeWine requests USDA disaster designation for Ohio farmers Impacted by heavy rainfall

Officials bring awareness to elder abuse issue
Mahoning County social workers receive more than 50 calls a week relating suspected elder abuse, neglect or exploitation

Judge: Man’s ‘scheming’ in freezer case ‘barbaric’
Arturo Novoa sentenced to 48 to life for murder, dismemberment
Ryan will be on first night of Democratic presidential debate
Ryan will be on first night of Democratic presidential debate
NWS issues flash-flood watch for Mahoning, Trumbull
NWS issues flash-flood watch for Mahoning, Trumbull
Jay's Hot Dogs in Boardman to reopen within a month
Jay's Hot Dogs in Boardman to reopen within a month
Emails: Trump official pressed NASA on climate science
Emails: Trump official pressed NASA on climate science
Youngstown schools cuts staff, administrators to reduce costs
Youngstown schools cuts staff, administrators to reduce costs
Navy picks new War College leader after removing president
Navy picks new War College leader after removing president
Suburban Denver debates tearing down Columbine school
Suburban Denver debates tearing down Columbine school
Novoa sentenced to 48 years in prison in dismemberment death
Novoa sentenced to 48 years in prison in dismemberment death
Trump says he plans to keep criticizing Fed over rates
Trump says he plans to keep criticizing Fed over rates
Trumbull County Senior Services meeting set for 1 p.m. today canceled
Trumbull County Senior Services meeting set for 1 p.m. today canceled
Family: Baby cut from slain Chicago woman's womb dies
Family: Baby cut from slain Chicago woman's womb dies
King Arthur Flour recalls some flour due to E. coli risk
King Arthur Flour recalls some flour due to E. coli risk
Gorilla fans await word of Ndume’s return to Cincinnati Zoo
Gorilla fans await word of Ndume’s return to Cincinnati Zoo
Pa. Gov. Wolf tells group he’ll fight for cash-assistance program
Pa. Gov. Wolf tells group he’ll fight for cash-assistance program
Liberty police investigating threat to Walmart store
Liberty police investigating threat to Walmart store
Trump: Iran a 'nation of terror,' was behind tanker attacks
Trump: Iran a 'nation of terror,' was behind tanker attacks
Paranormal group visits Sheet & Tube homes Saturday night
Paranormal group visits Sheet & Tube homes Saturday night
Brewery offers taste of Cincinnati Pride with special beer
Brewery offers taste of Cincinnati Pride with special beer
The 20 candidates who made the 1st 2020 Democratic debate
The 20 candidates who made the 1st 2020 Democratic debate
Missing man’s car found in Ohio River with skeletal remains
Missing man’s car found in Ohio River with skeletal remains
Former Greatest champion Gurska on Web.com Tour
Matt Gurska is a Hermitage, Pa., native and Kennedy Catholic High School graduate.
YNDC to build three new homes in Youngstown
This marks the first time the YNDC has built new structures on formerly blighted lots.
Ohio Supreme Court ruling goes against Danny Hill regarding bite mark evidence
Ohio Supreme Court ruling goes against Danny Hill regarding bite mark evidence
Judge releases former Warren teacher early from prison but says he must apologize
Judge releases former Warren teacher early from prison but says he must apologize
Thompson stands out in ‘Late Night’
‘Late Night’ Grade: 2 and a half stars (out of 4) Rating: R for language throughout and some
‘Men in Black’ returns, a little worse for wear
‘Men in Black: International’ Rating: PG-13 for sci-fi action, some language and suggestive
Toronto rapture: Leonard, Lowry take NBA title across the border
Toronto won the series in six games, capped by a 114-110 victory.
Tennant interceptions critical for Trumbull
Trumbull beat Mahoning 10-6 in the 35th annual Jack Arvin Classic.
Ex-top cop’s son faces shooting charge
Jared F. Hughes, of Campbell, son of former YPD chief Jimmy Hughes, was indicted Thursday on firearm charges
Boardman Park hosts annual Music in the Park concert
The Boardman Park kicked off their annual Music in the Park program with a performance by the Del Sinchak Band on June 6.
Preschools celebrate Mother’s Day
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Poland Union Preschoolers hosted a Mother’s Day
May 30
May 30 Theft: Various meat products were stolen from Giant Eagle, 5220 Mahoning Ave. Theft: A 15
Austintown Fitch hosts Senior Citizen dinner
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Austintown Fitch High School hosted the biannual Senior
Angels for Animals hosts Lasagna Dinner fundraiser
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Canfield’s Angels for Animals hosted a Lasagna Dinner
Outback Ray visits the Poland library
Outback Ray’s Amazing Animal Show visited the Poland library on June 6.

CVMS hosts STEM day
Canfield Village Middle School fifth-grade students participated in two days of STEM activities, during which they experienced hands-on experiments and were exposed to a variety of STEM fields, on May 20-21.
CHS students participate in annual Civic Day
By ABBY SLANKER aslanker@vindy.com The 39th annual Civic Day, sponsored by the Rotary Club of
St. Charles school hosts alumni for Career Day
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com St. Charles School hosted it’s first Alumni Career Day
New Eyemart Express store hosts grand opening event
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com A new Eyemart Express store, located at 1301 Boardman
Beckwith earns All-Ohio honors
Sophomore Micah Beckwith earned All-Ohio honors in two seated events at the OHSAA State Championship
Boardman Community Briefs
Father’s Day cake decorating event offered Decorate your own Dairy Queen cake for Father’s Day at
Family events and activities offered during Celebrate Poland
The 13th annual Celebrate Poland event will take place on June 28 and 29, celebrating both
Community members create GOT necklaces
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Community members channeled their inner royalty at the
Canfield Community Briefs
Classes to celebrate National Pollinator Week To celebrate all that pollinators do for our
Readers treated to Spectacular Magic Show
The Michael Kusalaba library hosted the Supernatural, Intergalatical Summer Reading Spectacular Magic Show on June 7.
Kate Rafeedie | Matt Franklin
POLAND The Rev. Russ Adams presided for the exchange of vows between Kate Rafeedie and Matt
Unequal times on full display
Opinion: By Sam Pizzigati OtherWords As anyone who keeps a household budget can attest, the unexpected
MV Scrappers mature into staple of summer in region
Editorial: The Mahoning Valley Scrap- pers have come of age. Tonight, in Granville, W. Va., this region’s
Bar is exceedingly low for filing petitions to run as independent
Opinion: Independent candidates seeking Youngstown City Council seats have done poorly in general elections
Streets to be closed
Streets to be closed YOUNGSTOWN In preparation for the Simply Slavic Festival, which begins
Four companies offer bids for senior-citizen-only rides
Four companies offer bids for senior-citizen-only rides
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Austintown school board, special meeting, 9 a.m., Dr. David Ritchie Legacy Room,
Church to host sale
Church to host sale BOARDMAN Simon Road Church of God, 4750 Simon Road, will host a 25-cent sale
Retired Air Force Col. Joseph Zeiss Jr. called YARS a “gem”
Governor’s aerospace and defense czar visits YARS
Poland doctor gets probation
Prosecutors lessened illegal prescription charges against Dr. Pradeep Mathur to misdemeanors
‘Shaft’: Toxic masculinity, sitcom lightness
‘Shaft’ Rating: R for “pervasive language, violence, sexual content, some drug material and brief
Hunt Valve gets federal contract
Hunt Valve gets federal contract SALEM Hunt Valve Co. Inc., 1913 E. State St., won a $352,856
Struthers plans to add $2 million bond issue to November ballot
The bond issue is to fund the construction of a new fire station
Sanders to leave White House
Associated Press WASHINGTON White House press secretary Sarah Sanders, whose tenure was marked
Surplus food
Surplus food Zion Lutheran Church, 3300 Canfield Road, Youngstown’s Cornersburg area, various
US blames Iran for attack on oil tankers
Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates The U.S. military today released a video it said
Reunions & Class Notes
Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1956 will meet for breakfast at 9 a.m. Thursday at Denny’s on
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v First Look Friday, 5-11 p.m.: This free opening night event at the
Tyson enters plant-based meat market
Associated Press The fast-growing market for meat alternatives has a surprising new player: Tyson
Dems assail Trump on election meddling
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s assertion that he would be open to
Tim Dahlberg: Fowler grabs all kinds of attention
The mullet was attention grabbing, for sure. So on this day at Pebble Beach was his golf.
2019 YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY Spring graduation list
More than 1,500 students participated in spring commencement May 11. Because the list of Youngstown
CLUB CALENDAR
CLUBS First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown will welcome the Rev. Stephen Popovich at 11:30 a.m.
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 14
Today is Friday, June 14, the 165th day of 2019. There are 200 days left in the year. This is Flag
Ryan among candidates to qualify for first debates
4 Dems fail to meet required measures Staff/wire report The Democratic National Committee
YSU to host summer basketball camps
YSU to host summer basketball camps YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State’s women’s basketball
Poland Community Briefs
Blizzard treat to celebrate Apollo 11 anniversary The Austintown Dairy Queen (146. N. Canfield
May 30
May 30 False alarms: A man reportedly twice called police – once to report a group of juveniles
Athletes compete at track state championship
The Boardman boys track team sent junior Dave Merdich and sophomore Micah Beckwith to the 2019 OHSAA
Katherine Mangapora | Nicholas Antonucci
CANFIELD St. Michael Church in Canfield provided the setting for the 1 p.m. April 21, 2018,
Struthers man acquitted of attempted-murder charge
Nicholas Italiano, 25, of Struthers, was found guilty Thursday of shooting a man in the back, but not for attempted murder
Jennifer Ragusa, Thomas Monus to marry Aug. 9
Jennifer Ragusa of Austintown and Thomas Monus of Struthers are announcing their engagement. The
June 6
June 6 Arrests: A traffic stop on East Main Street resulted in the arrest of Yaisa Laboy, 33, of
Austintown Community Briefs
Memorial ride to take place on June 15 Local bikers are invited to raise awareness and funds for
The Motskos honored for diamond jubilee
POLAND Sam and Nancy Motsko of Poland recently were honored for their 60th anniversary with a
Thursday, June 13 (92 stories)
Raptors win NBA title
The Toronto Raptors are NBA champions. They beat the Golden State Warriors in six games.

Simon returns to Mooney with Super Bowl ring
John Simon returned to Youngstown for Mooney’s Camp of Champions

Commission, board meeting reveals positive schools strides
A joint academic distress commission and board of education meeting shows the district is headed in the right direction
Ryan qualifies for first Democratic primary debate
Ryan qualifies for first Democratic primary debate
Flag a uniting symbol that all can rally around
Local vets say the U.S. Flag is a symbol of America for all citizens

Amphitheater opens Friday in downtown Youngstown
After meeting 8 years ago, amphitheater manager never thought the facility would be built

Diane Vettori-Caraballo faces 30 months
Diane Vettori-Caraballo faces 30 months in prison for stealing $328,000 from the estate of her dead client
Trump administration reviewing foreign money to US colleges
Trump administration reviewing foreign money to US colleges
Premature baby found in Border Patrol facility in Texas
Premature baby found in Border Patrol facility in Texas
Jury sentences father to death for killing his 5 children
Jury sentences father to death for killing his 5 children
Cuba Gooding Jr. to plead not guilty to groping woman at bar
Cuba Gooding Jr. to plead not guilty to groping woman at bar
Ex-top cop's son Jared Hughes indicted in shooting incident
Ex-top cop's son Jared Hughes indicted in shooting incident
Trump says Press Secretary Sanders to leave White House
Trump says Press Secretary Sanders to leave White House
GREATEST JUNIOR GOLFER OF THE VALLEY: Results from Pine Lakes qualifier
Results of Tuesday’s Pine Lakes qualifier
House committee subpoenas Flynn, Gates in Russia probe
House committee subpoenas Flynn, Gates in Russia probe
Rare, 13-star flags on display for 1st time at Philly museum
Rare, 13-star flags on display for 1st time at Philly museum
Federal agency recommends White House aide Conway be fired
Federal agency recommends White House aide Conway be fired
Career exploration bus tour for students set next week
Career exploration bus tour for students set next week
Poland doctor gets probation for lying to obtain prescription drugs
Poland doctor gets probation for lying to obtain prescription drugs
UPDATE | Jury finds Italiano not guilty of attempted murder
Jury finds Italiano not guilty of attempted murder
UPDATE | Pendland guilty of violently shaking son
Jurors say Pendland guilty of violently shaking his 3-month-old son
1st woman to take command of a US Army infantry division
1st woman to take command of a US Army infantry division
Vettori-Caraballo sentenced to 30 months in prison
Vettori-Caraballo sentenced to 30 months in prison
Man wants new sentence in Pa. teen’s rape, murder, dismemberment
Man wants new sentence in Pa. teen’s rape, murder, dismemberment
UPDATE | Lockdown lifted at St. E's in Youngstown, Boardman
St. E's in Youngstown, Boardman on lockdown
Ford recalls 1.3M vehicles for suspension, transmission woes
Ford recalls 1.3M vehicles for suspension, transmission woes
Former teacher to be released from prison by apologizing to victim, witness
Former teacher to be released from prison by apologizing to victim, witness

Tickets for Brownlee/YSO show to go on sale July 5
The Youngstown native will perform his “Spiritual Journey” on March 7 with the YSO at Powers Auditorium.
Cuyahoga County hires ex-prosecutor as top aide amid ongoing probes
Cuyahoga County hires ex-prosecutor as top aide amid ongoing probes

Kim Novak to attend art show opening
IF YOU GO What: Kim Novak: An Iconic Vision art exhibition opening reception When: 1 to 3 p.m.
Dems worry as Trump unleashes money on 2020 digital ads
Dems worry as Trump unleashes money on 2020 digital ads
25 officers injured in Memphis after marshals kill fugitive
25 officers injured in Memphis after marshals kill fugitive
Actor Danny Glover to testify at House slavery reparations hearing
Danny Glover to testify at House slavery reparations hearing
Trump says he'd 'want to hear' foreign dirt on 2020 rivals
Trump says he'd 'want to hear' foreign dirt on 2020 rivals
Shooting survivor in Cincy to focus on reducing gun violence
Shooting survivor in Cincy to focus on reducing gun violence
Fuda’s fellow commissioners say drone use is too invasive of privacy
Fuda’s fellow commissioners say drone use is too invasive of privacy
Liberty man charged with inducing panic at Woods of Liberty apartments
Liberty police: Man on mushrooms told neighbors gunmen were chasing him
Deceased YSU professor leaves $2.2 million gift in estate to establish endowed position at university
The endowment will be for a full professor position in the history department
Boardman’s Adu-Poku to compete in Jr. National Bodybuilding Championship
Boardman’s Ivan Adu-Poku had bulked up for a big competition
State auditors meet with Campbell officials
The city isn’t heading for fiscal emergency, but money is still tight.
2 arrested by federal agents in drug bust
The Youngstown men operated out of several ‘safe houses’ on the city’s east side, according to a criminal complaint
CLASS B BASEBALL From Bob Cene Park
18U Creekside Fitness 10, DuraEdge 0 Sebastian Lay threw a complete-game one-hitter while
Somber remembrance
Gatherings mark 3rd anniversary of nightclub shooting Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. Three
Suspension, transmission woes prompt Ford recall
1.3M vehicles in North America are affected Associated Press DEARBORN, MICH. Ford is
Coroner’s comments
Coroner’s comments WARREN A Trumbull County Coroner’s official “has no concern for foul play” in
Blues leaves Bruins in ruins, claim first Cup
The Boston Bruins will look back on a miserable three minutes
GYTOA hands out yearly awards
East High School’s Kyndia Matlock and Giovanni Washington were named Mahoning County’s Track and Field Athletes of the Year
Business groups alarmed by use of tariffs
Corporate America concerned about president’s tactics Associated Press Washington President
6 suspects, including gunman, arrested in Ortiz shooting
Associated Press SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic An alleged gunman and five accomplices have
SPORTS digest
Cavs hire Cal women’s coach as assistant CLEVELAND The Cavaliers have hired California coach
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Zachery and Faith Thousand, Warren, boy, June 11. Eric
Pilot Travel Centers seeks $800K from Falcon Transport in civil suit
Pilot Travel Centers: Falcon still owes $800K for fuel
Judge gives prison time for car-dealer robbery, drug offenses
Judge gives prison time for car-dealer robbery, drug offenses
Ex-coach avoids prison in college bribery scam
Associated Press BOSTON A former head sailing coach at Stanford avoided prison time when a judge
Scarcities are recyclable excuses for expanding role of government
Opinion: WASHINGTON Randolph Bourne (1886-1918) said, “War is the health of the state.” James Madison said,
BUSINESSSFlbdigest
Chamber president honored with award YOUNGSTOWN James Dignan, president and CEO of the
Tessa Thompson is OK with ‘Men in Black’ title, for now
By JOHN CARUCCI Associated Press NEW YORK The “Men in Black” franchise has a new recruit who
Y’town’s financial picture improving, but still bleak
Editorial: Here’s the bottom line from the latest analysis of the city of Youngstown’s finances: In five years,
Judge awards $4.1M in neo-Nazi website lawsuit
Associated Press COLUMBUS A federal judge awarded a Muslim-American radio host $4.1 million in
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Lawyer: Gooding Jr. will turn self in on groping charge NEW YORK Actor Cuba Gooding
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 13
Today is Thursday, June 13, the 164th day of 2019. There are 201 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Facebook CEO focus of latest doctored video
Associated Press NEW YORK Three weeks after Facebook refused to remove a doctored video of House
Idora Park sound at Tyler event
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN “Got A Date With an Angel – Musical Memories of Idora Park” will be
BirdFish Brewing Co., 16 S. Main St., Columbiana
BirdFish Brewing Co., 16 S. Main St., Columbiana Thu: Paleface, 7:30 p.m. Boxcar Lounge, 534
Trump: ‘I’d want to hear’ foreign dirt on rivals
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump said Wednesday that if a foreign power
Rising acts put Nelsonville on rock fest map
Most people pick a rock festival on the basis of its headliners. But for the Nelsonville Music
Breakthrough
Former Trump aide Hope Hicks agrees to Judiciary interview Associated Press WASHINGTON Former
Watchdog: Abuse, neglect in nursing facilities unreported
Associated Press WASHINGTON Nursing facilities have failed to report thousands of serious cases
“A.P. Bio” (9 p.m., NBC): In the season finale of this sitcom, the college fair comes to
“A.P. Bio” (9 p.m., NBC): In the season finale of this sitcom, the college fair comes to Whitlock
Italian manufacturer will invest $26.5M to establish facility in Ohio
Associated Press WASHINGTON An Italian-based manufacturer of automated storage and retrieval
Women’s World cup Wednesday’s game
Norway 2, France 1 NICE, FRANCE France recovered from a terrible own goal to beat Norway 2-1 on
Steelers backup QB job up for grabs
When Dobbs and Rudolph report to training camp at Saint Vincent College next month with 88 of their teammates, they’ll once again be in a fight for the opportunity to be the first option off the bench
New This week
New This week Late Night (R) A late-night talk-show host suspects that she may soon lose her
Scenic views belie Pebble Beach’s toughness
Tiger Woods and Jordan Spieth began the final day of U.S. Open preparation with a walk along the beach
Back for ‘Dead’
Bill Murray, Jim Jarmusch team up again on zombie comedy By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer
Strike up the band: Michael Stanley, Donnie Iris to open amphitheater
If YOU GO What: Michael Stanley and the Resonators, and Donnie Iris and the Cruisers When: 7:30
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Straight pride is obvious
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords Some brave hetero activists are attempting to organize a
TODAY
TODAY Music Youngstown Area Community Concert Band, 7 p.m., Copeland Oaks Retirement Community,
Wednesday, June 12 (68 stories)
Struthers plans to add $2 million bond issue to November ballot
Struthers plans to add $2 million bond issue to November ballot
Toby Gibson is Brookfield's new schools superintendent
Toby Gibson is Brookfield's new schools superintendent

Auditor’s chart shows levies led to tax increases
If you voted for new taxes, you’re paying more now

People still angry about flooding, want solutions
Boardman and Canfield residents among many affected by the May 28 storm
6 suspects, including gunman, arrested in Ortiz shooting
6 suspects, including gunman, arrested in Ortiz shooting
$8 million facility seven years in the making
Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre will welcome the public for the first time on Friday

Simply Slavic returns to downtown Youngstown
Simply Slavic Festival on East Federal Street downtown will return this weekend
He thought she'd drive him crazy; she just wanted to drive
He thought she'd drive him crazy; she just wanted to drive
Residents impacted by flooding show up for ABC meeting
Residents impacted by flooding show up for ABC meeting
Sponsor of closed online school ECOT to repay state $879K
Sponsor of closed online school ECOT to repay state $879K
Pair face drug charges in Puerto Rico trafficking case
Pair face drug charges in Puerto Rico trafficking case
Iran's president welcomes Japan's Abe on historic visit
Iran's president welcomes Abe on historic visit
DNA evidence leads to man's arrest on burglary charge
DNA evidence leads to man's arrest on burglary charge
White House asserts executive privilege in census fight
White House asserts executive privilege in census fight
Simply Slavic Ethnic Heritage Festival kicks off Friday downtown
Simply Slavic Ethnic Heritage Festival kicks off Friday downtown
Pa. Republicans push back on cash Wolf wants for voting machines
Pa. Republicans push back on cash Wolf wants for voting machines
Late professor, radio host leaves $2.2 million to YSU
Late professor, radio host leaves $2.2 million to YSU
Ohio board could vote on adding new conditions for medical pot
Ohio board could vote on adding new conditions for medical pot
Ex-slugger David Ortiz had counted on fans to protect him
Ex-slugger David Ortiz had counted on fans to protect him
Trumbull County won't use drones to seek out building code violations
Trumbull County won't use drones to seek out building code violations
No foul play suspected in Annarella death, coroner says
No foul play suspected in Annarella death, coroner says
Kale-Pesta becomes new Mahoning Democratic leader
The party eliminated primary-election endorsements for open seats
Howland man sentenced to probation for injuring police dog with bottle
Howland man sentenced to probation for injuring police dog with bottle
With another resignation, Trumbull Planning Commission drops from 9 staff members to 1
With another resignation, Trumbull Planning Commission drops from 9 staff members to 1
Canfield Township small businesses qualify for low-interest loans for cleanup
Canfield Township small businesses qualify for low-interest loans for cleanup
Trumbull prosecutor keeps promise, asks parole board let Claudia Hoerig go free by 2046
Trumbull prosecutor keeps promise, asks parole board let Claudia Hoerig go free by 2046
Geauga Trumbull Solid Waste Management District names 23 director candidates
Geauga Trumbull Solid Waste Management District names 23 director candidates
In defense of Biden flip-flop
Opinion: By Dick Polman Cagle Cartoons H. L. Mencken, the famed crusty commentator, said one century ago:
The ‘forgotten’ woman of D-Day
Opinion: Observances of the 75th anniversary of D-Day are properly focusing on the troops and the architect
Toledo recognizes nature’s rights
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords From the very start of our nation, the most popular forum for
US should explore viable paths to solve Mexico tiff
Editorial: Washington Post: Mexico has defused President Trump’s latest fit of pique with minimal concessions,
Panel urges daily HIV prevention pill for healthy people at risk
Associated Press WASHINGTON Doctors should offer a daily HIV prevention pill to healthy people
2019 GREATEST JUNIOR GOLFER OF THE VALLEY Results of Tuesday’s Pine Lakes qualifier
BOYS 17U Christopher Loychik, Avalon Lakes GC—78 Kaiden Sykes, Salem Hills GC—79 Ryan Sam,
Friday
Friday vMahoning Valley Scrappers vs. West Virginia Black Bears in Star City, W.Va. First pitch is
New Facebook app pays users for data
New Facebook app pays users for data SAN FRANCISCO Facebook on Tuesday launched an app that will
Jurors watch video of Sept. 1 shooting
Jurors watch video of Sept. 1 shooting YOUNGSTOWN Jurors in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court
Association announces scholarship recipients
Staff report CAMPBELL The Campbell Memorial High School Alumni Association and its sponsors
Jon Stewart scolds Congress over 9/11 fund
Associated Press WASHINGTON Comedian Jon Stewart scolded Congress Tuesday for failing to ensure
Food Sales & Dinners
THURSDAY Austintown Grace Lutheran Church, 162 S. Raccoon Road, will host a drive-through stuffed
Trump, Biden trade insults
Associated Press MOUNT PLEASANT, Iowa President Donald Trump and Democrat Joe Biden spent
Torch Club to host presentation Monday
Torch Club to host presentation Monday YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Torch Club will sponsor a
World Cup Soccer Morgan records 5 goals as US routs Thailand
Associated Press REIMS, FRANCE Alex Morgan tied a tournament record with five goals and the
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown: AUSTINTOWN June 5 Identity
Dems re-evaluate plans to hike lawmakers’ pay
Associated Press WASHINGTON A bipartisan push to increase lawmakers’ salaries after a decade-
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 12
Today is Wednesday, June 12, the 163rd day of 2019. There are 202 days left in the year.
Selected local stocks
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MAHONING VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY’S “RECIPES OF YOUNGSTOWN-VOLUME 3”
MAHONING VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY’S “RECIPES OF YOUNGSTOWN-VOLUME 3” ITALIAN BREAD DIP by NOEL
25 years after the killings that transformed him from football hero to murder suspect, O.J. Simpson says ... ‘Life is fine’
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Twenty-five years after the grisly killings that transformed him
ACTION organizes against negligent landlords
Group calls for ‘day of ACTION’ against negligent landlords
SPORTS digest
Annarella service, calling hours set Austintown The funeral service for Austintown Fitch
Tuesday, June 11 (93 stories)
Motorcyclist in custody in Ortiz shooting case
Motorcyclist in custody as of Tuesday afternoon in Ortiz case

Ceremonial lighting of the Market Street Bridge
Ceremonial lighting of the Market Street Bridge to celebrate the Huntington Bank Community Alley

Ex-Scrapper Malave leads team in 21st season
Dennis Malave made his first appearance as the Scrappers manager
Canfield Township small businesses qualify for low-interest loans for cleanup
Canfield Township small businesses qualify for low-interest loans for cleanup
Trump, Biden trade barbs amid dueling Iowa campaign visits
Trump, Biden trade barbs amid dueling Iowa campaign visits

Campers begin the Penguin Challenge at Homestead Park
Event sponsored by Youngstown police, Youngstown State University and the Parks and Recreation Department

Valley Deals 365: Sam’s Wedge Inn
Sam’s Wedge Inn offers monthly burger battles, great food at terrific prices.

Watkins asks parole board to set Hoerig free by 2046
Trumbull prosecutor keeps promise, asks parole board let Claudia Hoerig go free by 2046
Sanders to outline 'what democratic socialism means to me'
Sanders to outline 'what democratic socialism means to me'
Russian journalist freed after police abruptly drop charges
Russian journalist freed after police abruptly drop charges
Uganda confirms first Ebola case outside outbreak in Congo
Uganda confirms first Ebola case outside outbreak in Congo
Watkins keeps promise, asks parole board to set Hoerig free by 2046
Trumbull prosecutor keeps promise, asks parole board let Claudia Hoerig go free by 2046
Gov. Mike DeWine requests fed aid for 10 counties pounded by tornadoes
Gov. Mike DeWine requests fed aid for 10 counties pounded by tornadoes
$100M private schools bill starts Pa. budget season fight
$100M private schools bill starts Pa. budget season fight
YSU among 3 colleges as winners of additive manufacturing contest
YSU among 3 colleges as winners of additive manufacturing contest
Attorney: Cleveland to pay $225K in suit over flag burning
Attorney: Cleveland to pay $225K in suit over flag burning
In hot water? Study says warming may reduce sea life by 17%
In hot water? Study says warming may reduce sea life by 17%
Botswana decriminalizes gay sex in landmark Africa case
Botswana decriminalizes gay sex in landmark Africa case
States sue to stop $26.5 billion Sprint-T-Mobile deal
States sue to stop $26.5 billion Sprint-T-Mobile deal
Holocaust Museum digitizing letters from Anne Frank's father
Holocaust Museum digitizing letters from Anne Frank's father
Krispy Kreme opening Times Square Flagship in 2020
Krispy Kreme opening Times Square Flagship in 2020
Bagged lunch spurs inmate fight in Pa. courthouse holding cell
Bagged lunch spurs inmate fight in Pa. courthouse holding cell
Pennsylvania nursing homes get bad marks from national group
Pennsylvania nursing homes get bad marks from national group
Background check petition would close gun show loophole in Ohio
Background check petition would close gun show loophole in Ohio
Warren man sentenced to federal prison on drug charge
Warren man sentenced to federal prison on drug charge
Additional Ohio patients diagnosed amid Legionnaires’ outbreak
Additional Ohio patients diagnosed amid Legionnaires’ outbreak
ADC, Youngstown school board plan work session Thursday
ADC, Youngstown school board plan work session Thursday
Ohio death row inmate pleads not guilty in woman’s 2006 slaying
Ohio death row inmate pleads not guilty in woman’s 2006 slaying
Ex-NFL player Kellen Winslow Jr. convicted of rape
Ex-NFL player Kellen Winslow Jr. convicted of rape
Downtown farmers market opens Wednesday at B&O Station
Downtown farmers market opens Wednesday at B&O Station
23 apply to lead Geauga Trumbull Solid Waste Management District
23 apply to lead Geauga Trumbull Solid Waste Management District
New trial set for Youngstown man charged with assaulting cop
New trial set for Youngstown man charged with assaulting cop
Annarella death was natural, Trumbull coroner says
Annarella death was natural, Trumbull coroner says
Teen formally charged with murder and felonious assault from last week
Teen formally charged with murder and felonious assault from last week
Sports bookie jailed on probation violation
The FBI in 2001 began investigating Kevin S. Almasy and several others who operated what a tipster called a ‘major gambling racket in the Struthers-Boardman area’
The bipartisan bill would make it easier for Ohioans to expunge past crimes
The bill gives people a second chance, the state senators say
Girard council mulls raising legal age to buy tobacco, vaping products
There is a meeting on the Tobacco 21 initiative Thursday.
Bill would stop property seizures for bicycle trail
State Rep. Don Manning of New Middletown, R-59th, said he plans to introduce legislation Monday to stop ‘the state’ from appropriating land through eminent domain lawsuits for recreation
Trustees declare Mahoning Ave. bridge ‘public nuisance’
The grass along the bridge is about 2 feet high, and weeds are growing through the concrete.
Long-term analysis shows Youngstown’s finances are improving, but much more work is needed
The report shows a $5.65 million shortfall by 2024

Mahoning Valley natives earn Tony Awards
Two Mahoning Valley men have earned their first Tony Awards for their work with “Hadestown.”
Dems press to retain abortion funding ban
Top Capitol Hill Democrats are intent on preserving a four-decade ban on taxpayer-financed abortions despite calls from their party’s presidential candidates to abandon it.
mueller report House Democrats make deal to see first Trump files
Associated Press WASHINGTON The House expects to receive the first files of underlying evidence
Fentanyl, cash found
Fentanyl, cash found YOUNGSTOWN Police late Friday found a large amount of fentanyl and $3,644
ACTION meeting
ACTION meeting YOUNGSTOWN The Alliance for Congregational Transformation in Our Neighborhoods
Medical pot laws no answer for opioid deaths, study says
A new study shoots down the notion that medical marijuana laws can prevent opioid overdose deaths, challenging a favorite talking point of legal-pot advocates.
WOMEN’S WORLD CUP | Monday’s games
Canada 1, Cameroon 0 MONTPELLIER, FRANCE Kadeisha Buchanan scored the lone goal at the end of
MLB BOX SCORES
MLB BOX SCORES Standings American League East Division WLPctGB Tampa Bay4124.631— New
SPORTS digest
Checkers, ex-Phantom Renouf win Calder Cup Charlotte The Charlotte Checkers beat the Chicago
Rev. Franklin Graham betrays the gospel to promote Trump
Opinion: By MICHAEL GERSON Washington Post WASHINGTON I pray for President Donald Trump at least once
Jack Arvin Football Classic | Thursday’s rosters
The Mahoning Valley Coaches Association and Scoutingohio.Com will present the 35th annual Jack
Helicopter crashes on roof of NYC skyscraper, killing pilot
A helicopter crashed on the roof of a rain-shrouded midtown Manhattan skyscraper Monday, killing the pilot and briefly triggering memories of 9/11, after an erratic trip across some of the nation’s most restricted airspace. Authorities said they did not suspect terrorism.
Rain puts damper on some Ohio farmers
The constant rains are forcing some Ohio farmers to give up hopes of planting any corn this spring and wonder if they’ll have any crops at all this year.
YEARS AGO FOR JUNE 11
Today is Tuesday, June 11, the 162nd day of 2019. There are 203 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday ABC Water and Storm Water District, regular board meeting, 2 p.m., Canfield
Year without Father’s Day
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons “This is the time to remember, ‘cause it will not last forever.” –
Eastern Gateway BASEBALL 2020 recruits Athletes planning to play for the Gators in 2020:
Alex Barth, CF, Poland Bobby Cavalier, OF, Fitch Brock Cheurco, OF, East Palestine Riley Day,
Mexico denies Trump’s suggestion of secret agreements
Three days after President Donald Trump announced a deal with Mexico to stem the flow of migrants at the southern border, the two countries appear unable to agree on exactly what’s in it.
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NORTHEAST 8 TRACK AND FIELD BOYS League Champions — Lakeview/Girard. Player of the Year —
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AUCTION Struthers Rotary will host its annual duck race and basket auction Aug. 17 at Yellow Creek
4.0-magnitude quake hits in Lake Erie
Associated Press CLEVELAND Federal geologists say an earthquake of an estimated 4.0 magnitude
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
Mother pleads not guilty in newborn baby’s death
Associated Press CHARDON A woman who authorities say put her newborn baby boy in a garbage bag
Australia crosses the line with raids on journalists
Editorial: The people’s right to know what its government is doing – especially behind closed doors – is
Vehicle strikes, kills 12-year-old on bike
Associated Press MANSFIELD The Ohio State Highway Patrol says a vehicle struck and killed a 12
Quick care, seven days
Quick care, seven days BOARDMAN Akron Children’s Hospital’s Quick Care facility, located at its
Vatican rejects gender change to alarm of LGBT Catholics
Associated Press VATICAN CITY The Vatican issued an official document Monday rejecting the idea
Home Savings to present check to Walnut Grove
Home Savings to present check to Walnut Grove CANFIELD Home Savings will present a $5,000 check
Girard Eagles steak fry canceled
Girard Eagles steak fry canceled GIRARD The Girard Aerie Eagles 2172 steak fry that was to take
Monday, June 10 (52 stories)

Monkey escape thrills Braceville
Tony Thomas of Braceville Robinson Road says when his Capuchin monkey Teeko slipped out the front door of Thomas’ house Monday, he was terrified.

Boardman residents complain to trustees about flooding
After the May 28 rain event again revealed the inadequacy of Boardman’s stormwater infrastructure, affected residents demanded evidence of the township’s flood-mitigation efforts at Monday’s trustee meeting.

iCan Bike Camp teaches physically challenge how to ride
Learning to ride a bike is a major milestone for children, and thanks to iCAN Shine Bike Camp, everyone can learn.
Bill would stop property seizures for bicycle trail
Bill would stop property seizures for bicycle trail
Austintown trustees declare Mahoning Ave. bridge 'public nuisance'
Austintown trustees declare Mahoning Ave. bridge 'public nuisance'
Medical pot laws no answer for US opioid deaths, study finds
Medical pot laws no answer for US opioid deaths, study finds
Expect delays in downtown Youngstown for utility work
Expect delays in downtown Youngstown for utility work
Lighting ceremony Tuesday to celebrate Huntington Bank Community Alley
Lighting ceremony Tuesday to celebrate Huntington Bank Community Alley
Trump signals frustration with Fed’s independent policies
Trump signals frustration with Fed’s independent policies