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Youngstown’s North Side Pool offering swim lessons
Zymra Smith, 5, of Youngstown, goes underwater during a swimming lesson at North Side Pool in Youngstown Tuesday afternoon.
Stories published July 11, 2018
Market Street building damaged by fire tonight
A fire of unknown origin caused severe damage to a vacant two-story brick office building at 2516 Market St. on the west side of the street between AAA Customs and a vacant lot.
Summit Academy's parent company making changes in wake of state violations
Summit Academy Management has responded to an Ohio Department of Education report that found one of its local charter schools out of compliance with state laws.
Trumbull executive's wife blasts commissioners for lack of response
The wife of Trish Nuskievicz asked that Trumbull County commissioners “put a stop” to the bullying and retaliation she says has been directed by the county engineer’s office toward the planning commission’s executive director.
Family of walker killed in 2015 to get $65K in wrongful-death suit
The family of Amy Huffman, who was hit by a truck as she walked along state Route 193 in Liberty Township on Jan. 28, 2015, has settled a wrongful-death suit for $90,000, of which five family members will split $65,000.
Akron man gets a year in prison in child sex sting
An Akron man who pleaded guilty to charges he arranged to meet a 15-year-old girl over the internet – only to be met by police – was sentenced Monday to a year in prison.
House speaker defends Ohio's Jordan as 'man of integrity'
House Speaker Paul Ryan is defending an Ohio congressman accused of ignoring college wrestlers' allegations of abuse, calling him "a man of honesty, a man of integrity."
Massachusetts House to vote to eliminate old abortion ban
The Massachusetts House is planning to vote on a bill aimed at eliminating a series of antiquated laws, including a ban on abortion dating back more than a century.
Indiana woman donates kidney to child she just met
An eastern Indiana woman made a life-saving kidney donation to a 9-year-old after the two met at Vacation Bible School just months earlier.
Ohio governor to roll out new plan to combat Lake Erie algae
Ohio's governor is set to announce new steps to combat toxic algae in Lake Erie.
Mom, girlfriend sentenced in 5-year-old girl's beating death
An Ohio mother who failed to stop her girlfriend from beating to death her 5-year-old daughter and then waited hours to seek help has received a long prison sentence along with the girlfriend.
Ohio officials add $657M to state's rainy day fund
Ohio officials are adding another nearly $657 million to the state's rainy day fund, a move they say was made possible by lower spending and higher tax growth than expected.
Border Protection says NYC mayor crossed border illegally
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio and his security detail violated both Mexican and U.S. immigration laws by crossing the border on foot during a visit near El Paso, Texas
Effort for eyeglasses brings success to city school students
Effort for eyeglasses brings success to city school students
Men sought by marshals also suspects in East Side death
Men sought by marshals also suspects in East Side death
Steady drum of Trump’s anti-Germany remarks raises questions
Steady drum of Trump’s anti-Germany remarks raises questions
13-year-old charged with domestic violence for 4th time
13-year-old charged with domestic violence for 4th time
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
Graham, Ungaro among latest to qualify
Jimmy Graham, Carly Ungaro, Nathan Kelly and Alyssa Rapp punched their tickets to the Greatest Golfer of the Valley junior finals.
Trumbull dept. head alleges 'psychological abuse' by county engineer
Planning Commission Executive Director Trish Nuskievicz requested medical leave to treat effects of "a very hostile work environment.”
Lawyer best known for case against Trump to speak at Dem event
Party Chairman David Betras said he will have details on the Aug. 6 dinner soon.
Russell pitches Baird to third straight title
Andrew Russell tossed a five-hit shutout against Knightline to give Baird Brothers a 3-0 victory.
Summit Academy fails state compliance audit
Summit Academy Secondary School teachers were instructed to “make the information up” to meet deadlines for assessments, the report says.
Boardman 11-U team stays alive
Boardman’s 11-U team beat Canfield 11-3 in the District 2 championship on Tuesday at Fields of Dreams in Boardman.
Tribe draft pick Scott overcame major injuries during high school
Adam Scott still wound up pitching for Wofford College.
State issues guidance on using crowdfunding for schools
State Auditor Dave Yost’s office issued guidance on using the online fundraising that helps teachers and schools solicit donations of money and supplies.
SPORTS DIGEST || Guard Deleah Gibson signs with YSU
Deleah Gibson, a guard from Shaw High School in Cleveland, has signed a National Letter of Intent to join the Youngstown State women’s basketball program, Penguins head coach John Barnes announced on Tuesday.
Michael McDonald coming to Stambaugh
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Michael McDonald will come to Stambaugh Auditorium on Dec. 13 for a 7:30
Questions abound on eve of Emmy nominations ‘Roseanne’ respect?
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES If “Roseanne” has a shot at Emmy honors, it’s
Kyle-McCollum House gets historical marker
The 2-and-a-half-story house was built by War of 1812 veteran Joshua Kyle and his wife Mary Stewart and was completed in 1813.
Limiting screen time is still an issue
I keep returning to 2014, struggling with the amount of time my kids were spending on screens. It
Family of five grows by one at Trumbull County Fair time
The Moody family of Colebrook Township, just east of Orwell, grows by one person each summer at Trumbull County Fair time.
Trial of former Sebring water operator now Sept. 17
The water-quality criminal case filed by the Ohio Attorney Generals Office against former Sebring Water Department operator James V. Bates has been reset to 9 a.m. Sept. 17 in the Mahoning County Area Court in Sebring.
Trumbull County allowed to negotiate acquisition of CSX rail line
The U.S. Surface Transportation Board has given Trumbull County officials until Jan. 2 to negotiate an interim trail-use agreement with CSX Transportation for CSX’s 13.9-mile rail line from Niles to Newton Falls.
New firefighter sworn in to Struthers Fire Department
Jared Kitt was sworn in to the Struthers Fire Department by Mayor Terry Stocker on Tuesday
Girard council discussed speed camera and income tax revenue, and a waterline project
Girard council approved contributing $37,500 to replace a waterline along East Drive in Liberty Township.
Candidates for Struthers mayoral race announce early
Though the Struthers mayoral election is more than a year away, a pair of candidates has already emerged
Youngstown’s North Side Pool offering swim lessons
Zymra Smith, 5, of Youngstown, goes underwater during a swimming lesson at North Side Pool in Youngstown Tuesday afternoon.
4 rides at Kansas water park still shut
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Kan. Four rides at a Kansas water park where a 10-year-old boy
FBI agent charged in shooting while dancing gets gun back
Associated Press DENVER An FBI agent accused of accidentally dropping and firing his gun while
Cave rescue proves value of worldwide cooperation
Editorial: It’s hardly any wonder why the eyes of the nation and the world have been firmly glued over the past
Making sense of Gazette killings
Opinion: By Peter Funt Cagle Cartoons When rational thinking fails or is simply ignored, conflation often
BUSINESS DIGEST || Bob and Chuck Eddy Dealership under new ownership
Bob and Chuck Eddy Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram dealership on Mahoning Avenue has been purchased by the Pennsylvania-based Jim Shorkey Auto Group, which operates seven car dealerships in western Pennsylvania.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., 47.88-0.42 Aqua America, .20
Russian cargo ship makes fastest trip to space station
Associated Press MOSCOW A Russian cargo ship delivered a fresh load of fuel, food and other
Trump’s attacks on NATO raise questions about its future
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s repeated tongue lashings of NATO allies
President Trump is pursuing mainstream immigration policy
Opinion: By Byron York Andrews McMeel Syndication Perhaps no Trump policy has provoked more emotional
The top five albums on the iTunes Store for the most recent one-week sales period:
The top five albums on the iTunes Store for the most recent one-week sales period: v “Scorpion”:
YEARS AGO FOR JULY 11
Today is Wednesday, July 11, the 192nd day of 2018. There are 173 days left in the year.
‘Everyone is safe’ Daring rescue mission of Thai soccer team ends
Associated Press MAE SAI, Thailand “Everyone is safe.” With those three words posted on Facebook
Tesla announces deal for Shanghai factory
Associated Press Electric car producer Tesla says it will build its first factory outside the
supreme court Nominee’s views on powers could be flashpoint
Brett Kavanaugh’s writings likely topic at confirmation hearing Associated Press WASHINGTON
Exporters in Europe shift trade to avoid US tariffs
Associated Press BEIJING European companies that export from China are changing the global flow
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Pet snake goes for ride through recycling facility SURPRISE, Ariz. Aluminum,
Vive la France: Les Bleus advance to World Cup final
France is back in the World Cup final for the first time since Zinedine Zidane’s headbutt in 2006.
METRO DIGEST || Student teachers
Student teachers YOUNGSTOWN More than 600 student teachers at Youngstown State University are
WORLD DIGEST || Roommate booked on charges in professor's slaying
Roommate booked on charges in professor’s slaying PITTSBURGH Authorities say a roommate is
Brighten and awaken summer flavors
Family Features Summer provides an abundance of delicious, fresh-picked flavors, giving home chefs
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
J.M. Smucker Search for balance, growth continues
Associated Press NEW YORK J.M. Smucker is doing just about everything asked of it in trying to
Add a splash of flavor to your summer
Family Features The season of warm summer nights and bright sunny days calls for equally vibrant
Lock 24 takes shortest bridge to a great burger
Restaurant is built on one of the locks used for moving ships to and from the waterways
SOCIETY DIGEST || Rewind party canceled
Rewind party canceled The Teen Decades Rewind Party scheduled for 6 p.m. Thursday at Poland
Cuba to lift freeze on private tourism industry
Associated Press HAVANA A 16-month freeze on new private restaurants and bed-and-breakfasts
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Brookfield Township trustees, 10 a.m., special meeting, administration building,
Reunited immigrant children scooped up into parents’ arms
Reunited immigrant children scooped up into parents’ arms Associated Press SAN DIEGO
Serena reaches Wimnledon semifinals
Serena Williams came up with a comeback to beat 52nd-ranked Camila Giorgi of Italy 3-6, 6-3, 6-4.
METRO DIGEST || Robbery charges
Robbery charges WARREN Kenneth T. Banks Jr., 37, of Lexington Avenue in Youngstown was arraigned
Bullpen meltdown costs Bauer, Tribe
Trevor Bauer was brilliant, striking out 12 over eight scoreless innings.
Rendon’s HR lifts Nationals over Pirates
Anthony Rendon hit a two-run homer and Daniel Murphy doubled twice and had four hits.
FINAL SCORES: SALEM HILLS QUALIFIER
Greatest Golfer of the Valley teed off Tuesday at Salem Hills Golf and Country Club for the fifth
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Calvary United Methodist Church, 12062 South Ave. Ext., North Lima, will have its monthly
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