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Melania Trump steps up to deny any knowledge of Epstein crimes WASHINGTON — First lady Melania Trump has delivered a statement at the White House denying ties to Jeffrey Epstein and knowledge of his crimes. In the extraordinary moment on Thursday, the first lady denied any association ...

$1.9 million is sought to help attract business to Youngstown

YOUNGSTOWN — City council is being asked to spend $1.95 million for sanitary sewer improvements for a potential business at an industrial park though the request may be rebuffed. Legislation sponsored by Mayor Derrick McDowell requests council at its Wednesday meeting allow the board of ...

Mahoning elections board goes shopping

YOUNGSTOWN — After touring a long-vacant grocery store on the city’s South Side, David Betras, chairman of the Mahoning County Board of Elections, called it the ideal location for the board’s offices. Betras said Thursday after walking through the former Bottom Dollar store: “It’s ...

High school scoreboard – April 9, 2026

SOFTBALL Austintown Fitch 12, Saluga 2 — Fitch (10-0) scored 12 runs on 11 hits to stay unbeaten. Mila Hanley struck out nine in a complete game effort for the Falcons. Kylie Folkwein led the offense with a single, double and four RBI’s. Morgan Roby added three hits and an RBI and Alyssa ...

Penguins end playoff drought with win vs. Devils

NEWARK, N.J. — For the first time in four years, it will soon be a great day for playoff hockey in Pittsburgh. The Penguins clinched a playoff spot Thursday night by beating New Jersey, ending their postseason drought that lasted three seasons. They had made 16 postseason appearances in a ...