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Survey on Ohio AG’s rape kit initiative reveals inconsistent follow-ups

The Plain Dealer, with the help of community volunteers, surveyed hundreds of law-enforcement agencies in Ohio about the state’s initiative to test old sexual-assault kits. (MARVIN FONG | THE PLAIN DEALER)

Biden to attend fundraiser, rally in Valley

Former Vice President Joe Biden is scheduled to visit the Mahoning Valley to head a major Democratic Party fundraiser Oct. 29 at the Lake Club and attend a rally to stump for the party’s candidate for Ohio governor, Richard Cordray.

Few results so far from hundreds of Valley rape kits

Warren Police detective Patrick Marsico discusses the reinvestigation he carried out of hundreds of old Warren rape cases as part of a statewide effort to test old rape kits. (ED RUNYAN | THE VINDICATOR)

PIA Youngstown preparing students for in-demand jobs in aviation

Two months before graduation, Joseph Gape already has a job offer from the first place he applied.

Howland man to be inducted today into Ohio Disc Golf Hall of Fame

Bill Flynn of Howland has enjoyed the game of disc golf for most of his adult life, but his induction into the the Ohio Disc Golf Hall of Fame today is not all about his ability to throw a disc into a basket.

BUSINESS DIGEST || Kawasaki to speak at Stambaugh

Lecture scheduled YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University Thomas Colloquium lecture series will

ARMED FORCES

The National Archives and National Archives Foundation announced that Chuck Hagel, former Secretary of Defense, U.S. senator and decorated Vietnam War veteran, will speak at the National Archives at 2 p.m. Nov. 14 as part of a weeklong Veterans Day celebration.

METRO DIGEST || Low-cost rabies vaccination clinic Saturday

Mahoning County District Board of Health is offering a low-cost rabies vaccination clinic from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at the county dog warden facility, 1230 N. Meridian Road.

Flu-clinic locations announced

Mahoning County District Board of Health is offering walk-in flu shot clinics at several locations this week. The clinic sites and times are:

Kids, families get early taste of Halloween

When it comes to using a large replica of a famous train set he built to add enjoyment to many youngsters’ days, Eugene Eliser’s efforts are above par.

Justin Leo’s parents reflect on year since his death

One year ago today, police officer Justin Leo, 31, was shot and killed after he responded to a domestic-violence call on Indiana Avenue. His parents beam with pride when talking about his acts of kindness, and that's what they hope to carry on.

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Agenda Monday

Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, 3:30 p.m., township hall, 82 Ohltown Road. Boardman

Too much screen time? New phone controls for you and kids

By ANICK JESDANUN AP Technology Writer NEW YORK Apple and Google want to help you spend less

On tiny Linosa, it’s easy to adopt island’s relaxed rhythms

By Frances D’Emilio Associated Press LINOSA ISLAND, Italy There are no hotels, but islanders

Limelights and Career Paths

AmeriFirst Home Mortgage in Poland recently welcomed a new business development manager. “We are

Believers, skeptics welcomed at Bigfoot Museum

By AUSTIN KOELLER Associated Press HASTINGS, Neb. Skeptics and believers alike can learn more

Stan Hywet Hall holiday schedule

Stan Hywet Hall holiday schedule Akron One million lights will illuminate Stan Hywet Hall &

Sen. Brown’s re-election an easy call for voters of Ohio

Editorial: Even if we weren’t repulsed by Ohio Congressman James Renacci’s taking the low political road, we

Blood Drives

Blood Drives today Trumbull Regional Medical Center, 1350 E. Market St., Warren, 9 a.m. to 3

Coroner: No drugs, alcohol in shooter’s body

Associated Press CINCINNATI A coroner’s office says there were no drugs or alcohol detected in