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Book signing set for memoir of legendary coach in Valley

If you go ... WHAT: Book signing by Steve Arnold for his autobiography “Born to Lead” WHEN: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday WHERE: Warren G. Harding High School cafetorium, 860 Elm Road NE, Warren HOW MUCH: Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event. Mahoning Valley ...

Bishop of Youngstown reacts to pope’s encyclical on AI

Bishop of Youngstown David J. Bonnar , right, released this statement in response to the pope’s encylclical: “With great joy and gratitude, I welcome Pope Leo’s newly released Encyclical on the ethical challenges posed by artificial intelligence. The document, titled ‘Magnifica ...

Children fetch compassion from therapy dogs

CINCINNATI — The first time 5-year-old Calvin Owens went outside in more than a month, he met up with his canine friend Hadley on a hospital patio. Despite being tethered to equipment with wires and tubes, the little boy managed to stand up near his wheelchair long enough to toss her a ...

Poland ceremony accents sacrifice and honor

POLAND — Holly Lewis made it abundantly clear she wants those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving the nation to be honored and remembered, but she also made that narrative a bit more personal. “We are here for heroes like West Virginia National Guard Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, ...

McDonald man’s patriotism beautifies village

McDONALD — Village resident John Muckridge said he has always wanted to support the community and local students and now he has found a way to do both. This spring, Muckridge raised funds for scholarships for graduating McDonald High School students by having people purchase a flag to be ...

Rally in Valley shares faith with men, women and families

YOUNGSTOWN — When it came to developing a spiritual relationship with God, Nicole Lowe’s path began similarly to that of a legendary basketball player. “God was like LeBron James. I knew who he was, but didn’t know him; I personally knew of him,” Lowe, 43, of Warren, said. “I just ...