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Valley doctor embodies both meanings of ‘vet’

YOUNGSTOWN — When people use the term “vet,” they either mean a veterinarian or a veteran, but rarely do they mean both. Dr. Donald Allen, however, is that rare case where it is both. Born in 1947 in Rockford, Illinois, Allen grew up in a family that wasn’t as well off as others, ...

Newton Falls treasure hunt planned for 2027

NEWTON FALLS — Event organizers for this year’s Falls Treasure Hunt plan to continue the event in 2027 with Fieldview Acres Mercantile and Sarchione Chevrolet of Garrettsville announcing a partnership for the next event. Thomas Colosimo, owner of Fieldview Acres Mercantile, said “The Great American Treasure Road Trip: Chapter II aims to build on the success of the 2026 hunt, bringing visitors, excitement and economic activity back to the area.” Colosimo said Fieldview Acres Mercantile will be an official partner with Sarchione Chevrolet next year. “The next adventure, The ...

Trump: Iran conflict ‘small potatoes;’ defends Vance saying not a ‘war’

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Friday said the conflict in Iran is “small potatoes” as he defended Vice President JD Vance for asserting that months of on-and-off attacks in the Middle East are not a “war.” Asked during an Oval Office exchange about Vance’s comments made a day earlier, Trump said U.S. strikes on Iran are now “intermittent” and “a lot of people don’t call it a war.” The conflict has cost U.S. taxpayers more than $37.5 billion and left 18 U.S. service members dead. “I can understand what he’s saying,” said Trump. He added: “I ...

Why bond yields are rising

WASHINGTON (AP) — Interest rates on government bonds are rising again around the world, making borrowing more expensive for consumers and businesses and heightening concerns about whether governments are issuing more debt than financial markets can handle. Rising bond yields are one of the few forces in the world strong enough to get politicians to snap to attention. They can also have a big impact on Americans’ personal finances and on the broader economy. The bond market can dictate how much ordinary people have to pay on their mortgages and car loans, as well as how much they ...

Llamas pack loads of love at Canfield Fair

CANFIELD — A llama-packing event Friday at the 180th Canfield Fair by the Llucky Llamas 4-H Club had youth members of the club compete in a special course with their animals. “We have kids in our club that show both llamas and alpacas, and they train them throughout the summer,” club ...