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Youngstown firefighters spray water to control a blaze at an industrial building on the city’s lower North Side. The department was busy Monday with two simultaneous fires, this fire at 837 Madison Ave. and a smaller fire at a house at 23 Hilton Ave.

Youngstown firefighters spray water to control a blaze at an …

Youngstown firefighters spray water to control a blaze at an industrial building on the city’s lower North Side. The department was busy Monday with two simultaneous fires, this fire at 837 Madison Ave. and a …


Bob DeWitt, 62 and retired, works out in the clubhouse at Tremont Club in Hilliard, Ohio.

Bob DeWitt, 62 and retired, works out in the clubhouse …

Bob DeWitt, 62 and retired, works out in the clubhouse at Tremont Club in Hilliard, Ohio.


A John Deere Tractor Shovel, owned by Mike Coates Construction Co. of Niles, was stolen and used to
damage a vacant home in Niles. Police believe two men are involved in Monday’s early-morning rampage,
using the company’s tractor to destroy both commercial and residential property.

A John Deere Tractor Shovel, owned by Mike Coates Construction …

A John Deere Tractor Shovel, owned by Mike Coates Construction Co. of Niles, was stolen and used to damage a vacant home in Niles. Police believe two men are involved in Monday’s early-morning rampage, using …


Chief Justice Maureen O’Connor of the Ohio Supreme Court presides over a meeting of local judges, court personnel and government offi cials concerning consolidation of Mahoning County’s lower courts at Youngstown State University’s Kilcawley Center. Seated behind her at Monday’s session is Judge R. Scott Krichbaum of Mahoning County Common Pleas Court.

Chief Justice Maureen O’Connor of the Ohio Supreme Court presides …

Chief Justice Maureen O’Connor of the Ohio Supreme Court presides over a meeting of local judges, court personnel and government offi cials concerning consolidation of Mahoning County’s lower courts at Youngstown State University’s Kilcawley Center. …


Virgina Rice Smith, second from right, and her husband, Frank Smith, watch as St. Rose School students try out the new playground Monday. The school named the playground for the 37-year teacher after her husband made the highest bid for naming rights during the project’s fundraising auction.

Virgina Rice Smith, second from right, and her husband, Frank …

Virgina Rice Smith, second from right, and her husband, Frank Smith, watch as St. Rose School students try out the new playground Monday. The school named the playground for the 37-year teacher after her husband …


After four years with the basketball team, YSU senior Ashen Ward (20) joined the football team on Monday. He is slated to play tight end for the Penguins and will have one season of eligibility.

After four years with the basketball team, YSU senior Ashen …

After four years with the basketball team, YSU senior Ashen Ward (20) joined the football team on Monday. He is slated to play tight end for the Penguins and will have one season of eligibility.


Poland third baseman Conner Schultheis throws to first base during Monday’s game against Ursuline.

Poland third baseman Conner Schultheis throws to first base during …

Poland third baseman Conner Schultheis throws to first base during Monday’s game against Ursuline.