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Youngstown council paves way for settlement with city worker

Council also authorized a tax abatement for Youngstown Tool & Di,


One man has seen it all at Firestone

Paul Lazoran has been working at Firestone Country Club since he was 9.


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Struthers park director becomes full-time position for first time since 2012

Clyde was made the city’s full-time parks director on June 1.


Man found dead may have been killed by fire

Fire Investigator Capt. Kurt Wright of the city fire department said the fire started in the stove.


SPORTS DIGEST || Physicals at Akron Children’s Hospital

Akron Children’s Hospital is offering annual sports physicals, required by the Ohio High School Athletic Association, at four of the hospital’s urgent care sites.


Ramirez, Encarnacion lead Indians over Twins

The win was the 10th of the season for Cleveland starter Trevor Bauer.


Prosecutors say evidence should not be suppressed in Liberty murder case

Clemens’ attorneys in November asked Judge W. Wyatt McKay of Trumbull County Common Pleas Court to suppress seemingly all the evidence, including the physical evidence collected by police and Clemens’ admission to police that he committed the crimes.


Trade helps Indians stabilize shaky outfield

Riddled by injuries to outfielders all season, Cleveland acquired center fielder Leonys Martin from the Detroit Tigers.


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Summer cocktails from around the world

I’ve been writing the Drinks column now for almost five years, and I’ve really enjoyed sharing my wine selections and adventures with everyone in the Mahoning Valley. I’m equally excited for the opportunity to begin exploring spirits and cocktails with my readers.


Special prosecutor to handle accident involving Trumbull 911 director

A special prosecutor will handle an investigation into alleged illegal activity involving a July 14 vehicle crash in Brookfield Township involving Ernie Cook, Trumbull County 911 director.


One ruling complete, but Lordstown energy plant legal dispute resumes

The legal battle between the majority owners of the first Lordstown gas-powered plant nearing the end of construction in the Lordstown Industrial Park and the developer of the proposed second power is closer to a resolution.


METRO DIGEST || Ramp closure

Beginning at 8 p.m. Thursday, the ramp from Interstate 680 southbound to South Avenue in Youngstown and Boardman will be closed for pavement repairs through 6 a.m. Friday.


METRO DIGEST || Sentenced for robbery, kidnapping attempt

The woman Darryl V. Jackson tried to kidnap Dec. 30 while committing a robbery at Life Storage on Youngstown Road told Judge Peter Kontos the experience makes it hard for her to sleep.


Bond set for Girard gambling con artists Tuesday.

One person lost $600 from illegal gambling operation in Girard.


State welfare interruptions for new enrollees to begin later this month

Current recipients of food assistance, cash assistance and Medicaid will not be impacted


Youngstown teens arrested in connection with van theft

Teens arrested for stealing Turning Point van


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Kobly stepping down as Youngstown Municipal Court judge

Judge Elizabeth A. Kobly is retiring from Youngstown Municipal Court on Aug. 30. Judge Kobly has served since 2000, and was the first woman to serve on the city court.


Two chickens for a checkup

Opinion: By Andy Spears OtherWords My state, Tennessee, has the highest rate of hospital closures per


Broncos’ Wolfe has another scare, but returns to practice

Beaver Local graduate Derek Wolfe has a history of neck injuries.


US says tougher standards would fuel driving risks

Associated Press WASHINGTON The Trump administration says people would drive more and be


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