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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.

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.

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.

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.

State welfare interruptions for new enrollees to begin later this month

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

Bond set for Girard gambling con artists Tuesday.

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

Youngstown teens arrested in connection with van theft

Teens arrested for stealing Turning Point van

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.

Enjoy sweet and elegant desserts for the summer

Tiramisu Trifle Parfaits Individual tiramisu parfaits are a more elegant version of the bowl

Authentic Italian Cuisine Savory dishes feature pesto

Family Features One of the best times of each day is gathering with family members to enjoy home-

Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have

Make summer sweeter with fresh cherries

Family Features Summer and cherries seem to go hand-in-hand, and using fresh fruits can help boost

Food for family gatherings

Family Features Family gatherings such as reunions, picnics and potlucks can bring fun, the chance

Births

Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Richard and Tiffany Matyi, Youngstown, girl, July 17.

BUSINESS DIGEST || Bridal assistance

Bridal assistance NILES David’s Bridal, 5577 Youngstown-Warren Road, is offering 30 percent off

Crews report progress in fight against wildfires in California

Associated Press LAKEPORT, Calif. Firefighters reported progress Tuesday in their battle