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Far-right party wins in Germany MAGDEBURG, Germany — The far-right Alternative for Germany party has surged to a resounding victory in a regional election. But it fell a little short of winning a majority Sunday in its quest to form the country’s first far-right state government since World War II. The party of Germany’s unpopular leader, Chancellor Friedrich Merz, slumped to a disastrous result in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt. The anti-migration and Russia-friendly Alternative for Germany’s candidate for governor said, “We have written history” and the party has a ...

ODNR seeks submissions for Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp

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The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife is now accepting submissions for the 18th annual Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp photo contest to determine the 2027 stamp. This year’s theme is “Mammals,” and the contest is open until Sept. 15 for Ohio residents age 18 and older. Each year, the Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp showcases a photograph of Ohio’s native wildlife species, selected through a contest and judged on the photo’s originality, composition, technical excellence and overall beauty. Submitted photos should contain a mammal other than white-tailed deer ...

Even snakes must audition for the opera at the Met

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NEW YORK (AP) — Pretty much everyone on stage at the Metropolitan Opera in New York must audition — even the snake who will briefly take center stage in an upcoming adaptation of a Mozart classic. In charge of deciding who gets the s-s-s-s-starring reptilian role is Zoe Ziegfeld, a carnival performer-turned-opera actor cast as the snake handler in the Met's version of "Cosi fan tutte," inspired by Coney Island in the 1950s. Ziegfeld takes each snake, lets it slither and wrap around, then hoists the animal over their head, rehearsing what they will do under the bright lights at ...

Lovebirds wed at Canfield Fair

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CANFIELD — While the musical acts Sunday and today at the 180th Canfield Fair are major attractions, Saturday’s big event involved two beloved figures that brought crowds together to celebrate their marital bliss. The fair’s longtime mascot, Rooster, married Grace, who debuted this ...

TODAY AT THE FAIR | Schedule and admission costs

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Admission prices Youth (7—12): $5 Adult (13+): $8 Schedule of events Here is a listing of some of the Monday events at the 180th Canfield Fair. Free parking at the fairgrounds is available. 8 a.m. — 4-H Saddle Horse Fun Show, Junior Fair Saddle Horse Ring 9 a.m. — Pocket ...

Fourth annual Halloween Loop comes to Valley

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Spanning the Need has announced the fourth consecutive year of bringing an unforgettable Halloween experience to families and communities across the Mahoning Valley. This spooktacular collaboration invites residents to celebrate the season by exploring neighborhoods filled with festive, creative and creepy decorations — all while strengthening community spirit and connection. In 2025, nearly 400 locations participated in the Halloween Loop. The response proved just how much the community embraces this unique seasonal event — and this year promises to be even bigger and ...