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KARZMER: Pebble veteran weighs in with Open pick
Golf columnist thinks a fader has best chance.
Ed Puskas: Phil was more than a football coach
Phil Annarella made a difference in so many lives.

Mohip rips city school board at Ohio Senate hearing
Youngstown City Schools CEO Krish Mohip told Ohio lawmakers weighing the future of House Bill 70 that the city and its families deserve much better than what the elected school board has given the school system in recent history.

Family Video stores stay relevant in Valley
To anyone with a Netflix password, the closure of the Family Video in Boardman on June 2 likely came as no surprise.

Autism society hosts family friendly event
Four-year-old Abbey Minotti may be nonverbal, but no communication expert was needed to accurately interpret her body language, which told the story of a child having lots of fun.

MetroParks uses eminent domain to get land for bike trail
The West Pine Lake Drive farm Mike Cameron’s family has owned for at least five generations could be split in half by the Mill Creek MetroParks.
Ohio makes grants available for diesel-engine replacements
Ohio makes grants available for diesel-engine replacements
California utility proactively cuts power because of weather
California utility proactively cuts power because of weather
Kroger recalls frozen berries that might have hepatitis A
Kroger recalls frozen berries that might have hepatitis A
Another Triple Crown surprise: Sir Winston takes Belmont
Another Triple Crown surprise: Sir Winston takes Belmont
Black bear captured from tree in Pennsylvania’s capital
Black bear captured from tree in Pennsylvania’s capital
Sex-abuse crisis tops agenda as Southern Baptists convene
Sex-abuse crisis tops agenda as Southern Baptists convene
Ohio State trustees’ panel OKs $147M for new arts district
Ohio State trustees’ panel OKs $147M for new arts district
Prosecutors re-file charges against Pa. teen in stabbing death
Prosecutors re-file charges against Pa. teen in stabbing death
Hillary Clinton says her youngest brother has died
Hillary Clinton says her youngest brother has died
Mahoning County OVI checkpoint in Boardman tonight
Mahoning County OVI checkpoint in Boardman tonight
Federal judge orders gorilla’s return to Cincinnati Zoo
Federal judge orders gorilla’s return to Cincinnati Zoo
Jury awards $11 million in lawsuit over Ohio college dispute
Jury awards $11 million in lawsuit over Ohio college dispute
US carrier in Persian Gulf region sends clear signal to Iran
US carrier in Persian Gulf region sends clear signal to Iran

UPDATE: Austintown Fitch football coach Phil Annarella dead at 70
Fitch Football Coach Phil Annarella has died.

Kale-Pesta unopposed for Mahoning Dem Party leadership
Joyce Kale-Pesta, the interim Mahoning County Democratic Party chairwoman, was the only person to apply to fill the seat on a permanent basis.
Huntington signs $500,000 contract for naming rights for Youngstown’s community alley
The alley will be used for community events, festivals, craft shows and markets
Pop-up market series begins downtown
The markets, hosted by ACTION and Flying High, Inc. are meant to encourage healthy eating in the Youngstown food desert.
Appeal for Donna Roberts of Howland, only woman on Ohio’s Death Row, resumes
Appeal for Donna Roberts of Howland, only woman on Ohio’s Death Row, resumes
Planning underway for Mauthe Bridge in Poland forest
Planning committee met for the first time Friday afternoon.
Raptors one victory from NBA title
Kawhi Leonard’s hot hand is sending the Raptors home to Toronto on the cusp of a startling upset for Canada.
Indians’ Plesac leaves Yankees crying ‘UncleSSRq
Zach Plesac followed a family tradition. Like his uncle, his first major league win came against baseball’s most celebrated team.
Howland’s Lewis signs with Orioles
Craig Lewis powered his way through injuries to get on Major League Baseball’s radar.

Trumbull County wins All Star classic
Some fans weren’t pleased when the announcer said the 2019 High School Valley All Star Classic wouldn’t go into extra innings at Eastwood Field. The game was only scheduled to go nine innings and could have ended in a tie.
Doctor charged in painkiller deaths released on bond
Associated Press COLUMBUS A critical-care doctor charged with murder in 25 patient deaths has
Trump: Deal with Mexico reached
President halts plan for tariffs Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump announced
ON THE LINKS | Friday’s pro golf results
PGA TOUR Snedeker ties tourney mark with 10-under 60 ANCASTER, Ontario Brandt Snedeker’s
Derailment snarls main route between Chicago, East Coast
Associated Press SWANTON, Ohio More than a dozen derailed freight cars in Ohio were blocking a
Walmart to bring deliveries inside customers’ homes
Associated Press NEW YORK How much do you trust a stranger with your fridge? Walmart is now
Around the Horn
Around the Horn Friday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Rays 5, Red Sox 1 BOSTON Yonny
Father’s Day gift to self: Activism
Opinion: By Peter Certo OtherWords News about climate change has been so spooky for so long that it can
AUTO RACING roundup
NASCAR Keselowski sees ties to Mich., Kansas races BROOKLYN, MICH. Brad Keselowski hopes this
The Sofranecs honored for 65th anniversary
The Sofranecs honored for 65th anniversary
Kristin Evans, Ryan Sobinovsky to wed July 20
Kristin Evans, Ryan Sobinovsky to wed July 20
Cunningham, DeAngelo rite set for Nov. 23
Cunningham, DeAngelo rite set for Nov. 23
The Griffithses celebrate their 70th anniversary
The Griffithses celebrate their 70th anniversary
Hope Bobonick, Robert Stojkov to wed July 13
Hope Bobonick, Robert Stojkov to wed July 13
Today is Saturday, June 8, the 159th day of 2019. There are 206 days left in the year.
Today is Saturday, June 8, the 159th day of 2019. There are 206 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Submit information on VBS activities
Submit information on VBS activities Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public will be
v “My Fair Lady” at 8 p.m.: Tickets are $16 ($14 for seniors, and $12 for children 12
v “My Fair Lady” at 8 p.m.: Tickets are $16 ($14 for seniors, and $12 for children 12 and under).
Associated Press
Associated Press MEDFORD, Ore. Police have confirmed that a body found in April at an Oregon
HAPPY 95TH BIRTHDAY Kathryn Sheppa
HONOREE Residence: Youngstown Date of birth: June 7, 1924, in Youngstown FAMILY Parents:
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY | Phyllis Marie Armeni
HONOREE Residence: North Lima Date of birth: June 9, 1919, in Youngstown FAMILY Parents:
Dog rescue to host benefit Thursday
Dog rescue to host benefit Thursday GIRARD Every Dog Matters Rescue will host its “Dancin’ For
Proper watering
Proper watering Save time and money by watering correctly. You’ll also make your plants happier.
Nasturtiums make a comeback to the garden
By MARILYN McKINLEY OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer CANFIELD Another old-fashioned flower
Sunday news show
Sunday news show Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Former Rep.
Hydrangea School
Hydrangea School When: Wednesday, 6 to 8 p.m. What: Join Eric Barrett, Ohio State University
Judge denies dismissal of GM/UAW suit
The suit, filed by the UAW in January, claims GM is ‘circumventing’ an agreement to transfer laid-off senior UAW employees to a GM assembly plant in Fort Wayne, Ind.
Leave clippings on your lawn
Leave clippings on your lawn To avoid clumps on your lawn, mow when it is dry. Sharpening your
AFRICAN-AMERICAN ACHIEVERS FESTIVAL
The 11 a.m. parade and Grace African Methodist Episcopal Church Health Fair on the Square from noon
These bloomers are hosts to larvae of endangered species of butterflies LUPINES
By PAM BAYTOS OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer CANFIELD I love planting these tall
The Monterey Five meet a formidable foe in Season 2
By George Dickie Gracenote Lies fester and relationships are tested in the wake of Perry
US, Russia blame each other as ships nearly collide
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. and Russia accused each other of unsafe actions Friday
Ash borers still here
Q. Is ash borer still a problem in our area? Is there any research going on relating to this
Jack Wolllitz: Milton good place to ‘bass’ the time for Valley anglers
Local anglers have a love-hate relationship with Lake Milton. It can be a lot of fun or a confounding puzzle.
Ohio tree towers as largest sycamore in United States
By BETH BURGER Columbus Dispatch JEROMESVILLE Sparse leaves on outstretched branches provide
SPORTS digest
Mineral Ridge to hire alum Pugh as coach MINERAL RIDGE Mineral Ridge is set to hire one of its
NFL ROUNDUP Friday’s news
Houston Texans GM Brian Gaine fired after 18 months HOUSTON The Houston Texans have abruptly
What’s next for UK Brexit path?
Associated Press LONDON Prime Minister Theresa May stepped down Friday as leader of Britain’s
Cop who shot 911 caller gets more than 12 years
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS A former Minneapolis police officer who shot and killed an unarmed
US consumer borrowing up $17.5B in April
Associated Press WASHINGTON Consumer borrowing accelerated in April to the fastest pace in five
BUSINESSSFlbdigest
Ram pickup recall Fiat Chrysler is recalling nearly 343,000 Ram pickup trucks due to problems with
Earlier start time for Youngstown high-school students in the fall
East and Chaney will start classes at 7:30 a.m. in 2019-20 school year.
Firearms class set
Firearms class set Vienna Fish & Game Club of Vienna, 1508 Youngstown-Kingsville Road, will have
US hits Iran with new sanctions
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Trump administration Friday hit Iran with new sanctions that
Trustees meeting
Trustees meeting BOARDMAN Boardman trustees will meet Monday at the township administration
NASA opening space station to private citizens
NASA opening space station to private citizens NEW YORK You’ve heard about the International
Blues’ penalty kill has them on verge of first Stanley Cup
Bruins’ power play has been stifled in past two games
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Beach Boys singer cancels June tour LOS ANGELES Beach Boys singer Brian Wilson has
University of Alabama trustees vote to refund $26M gift
Associated Press TUSCALOOSA, Ala. The University of Alabama board of trustees voted Friday to
Warren developer sues Hubbard contractor for $51,760 related to project
Warren developer sues Hubbard contractor for $51,760 related to project
Everyone acts as if America is in decline; let’s look at the numbers
Opinion: By David Von Drehle The Washington Post Given the pace of change in the world today, it boggles
Golden Flashes lead way for Valley of champions
Editorial: The Mahoning Valley has once again proved its mettle by amassing impressive slabs of shiny
Federer can’t handle wind or Nadal in loss
Rafael Nadal will meet Novak Djokovic or Dominic Thiem in Sunday’s final.