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Youngstown laborer suspended over job-performance issues

If there are more problems, he’ll be fired, the mayor says

A Youngstown employee who misused a city cellphone has a history of other issues

He’s never been disciplined for any of them

Mahoning JFS union leader fired

The Mahoning County Commissioners fired Helen Youngblood, AFSCME Local 2001 president, from her job as a JFS trainer.

Mahoning County Courthouse getting new boilers

The courthouse also is getting a new fourth-floor ceiling

First Energy has free app

Customers can report or get updates on power outages using their smart phones.

McGuffey Mall and Garland Plaza sell for $150K

Highway Contracting LLC of Boardman was the apparent successful bidder for McGuffey Mall and Garland Plaza at $150,000.

Sammarone to strengthen policies after worker racks up $400 bill

The mayor questions the need for many city-issued cell phones

South Side Annex for sale

Potential bidders may tour the county’s South Side Annex at 11 a.m. Nov. 1; and bids for the building will be opened Nov. 20.

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Casino tax revenue falls

After five consecutive quarters of growth, Ohio casino tax revenue to local governments drops slightly.

Liberty road levy

The trustees and township administrator said they would be able to get more grants if the township has match money.

Youngstown council endorses opposition to 'Stand Your Ground'

A bill to seek proposals from firms for redistricting maps didn’t have enough council support

Raise for chief

Council has not raised the police chief’s salary in nine years

Casino tax revenues rise steadily, but schools benefit minimally

Casino tax revenues to counties have risen steadily over five quarterly distributions, and have increased in the second twice-yearly distribution to schools.

Boardman intersection closes for up to 3 months next summer for roundabout installation

New dog kennel boss will get $17 an hour

Acting director named after retirement at Trumbull Planning Commission