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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
SWIMMING Venglarcik, O'Halloran look to build on success
Sisters Meghan and Ashley Linnelli will lead Canfield. By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Woman pleads innocent to mail fraud
YOUNGSTOWN -- A 39-year-old Youngstown woman pleaded innocent today in U.S. District Court to three
NILES Suit seeks 'RDRAGE' on car license plate
The ACLU says the denial violated the Trumbull County man's free-speech rights. By JEFF ORTEGA
TRUMBULL COUNTY Board awards new insurance pact
By soliciting bids, the county will save $20,000 a year. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
GIRARD Hunkus, Maravola help lead Indians to victory over Niles
Tealle Hunkus and Jen Maravola combined for 32 points. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Farrell man charged with intimidation
SHARON, Pa. -- Charles D. Norris, 28, of Roemer Boulevard, Farrell, remained in Mercer County Jail
GOSHEN TOWNSHIP Company released from contract
The contractor said he never got a notice from commissioners authorizing him to start construction.
GREENVILLE Borough cop is suspended in sexual harassment probe
GREENVILLE, Pa. -- Officials said a borough police officer has been suspended from his job pending
CEREMONY Canfield Republican women seat officers at luncheon
ELLSWORTH -- The installation of officers for the coming year was the highlight of a luncheon
Police car crashes during chase
HUBBARD -- A city police car was severely damaged during a Thursday police chase. Police Chief Ray
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Board to adopt short-term budget
Next year's budget picture will clarify once a decision is made on a proposed sales tax increase.
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Judge grants attorney hearing over contempt
LISBON -- A judge in Columbiana County Common Pleas Court is allowing a Warren attorney to forgo
Cruise wows fans in Kidman's hometown
Cruise wows fans in Kidman's hometown SYDNEY, Australia -- Tom Cruise, once dubbed Australia's
WARREN Residents have smelly problem
The source of the smell is unknown, a city health department official said. By AMANDA C. DAVIS
YOUNGSTOWN Judge OKs LTV-union deal that extends benefits
A requirement that a buyer of LTV plants negotiate with the Steelworkers union has been removed.
WASHINGTON Congress adjourns without passing a stimulus package
In many recent polls, Americans have made the economy a higher priority than fighting terrorism.
Youngstown Kiwanis sponsors Young Builders enrollment
YOUNGSTOWN -- Members of the Downtown Youngstown Kiwanis Club held an induction ceremony Nov. 27 to
YOUNGSTOWN Arena panel contract change to go to council for vote
The arena board deleted a prominent reference to itself as an advisory panel. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
REGION Girard, E. Liverpool sites funded
The Girard center will receive $700,000 and the hall of fame will get $800,000. By DAVID SKOLNICK
YOUNGSTOWN Facing the music again
A loud-music charge from an arrest in July is still pending. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME
AUSTINTOWN Shopper will face stolen-check charges
AUSTINTOWN -- A Youngstown woman was arrested late Thursday at the Ames store on Mahoning Avenue
Microsoft Windows
P VULNERABLE TO HACKERS WASHINGTON -- Microsoft Corp. acknowledged several serious flaws Thursday
Rhodes-Showalter engagement is being announced in Columbiana
COLUMBIANA -- Fred and Donna Rhodes, 4260 Lesher Road, are announcing the engagement of their
HOWLAND BASKETBALL Parents drop suit against school
The Howland schools superintendent said he is pleased the matter has been resolved. By PEGGY
COLUMBUS High court rules on confinement
The prosecutor argued that the defendant was not confined, as he had working privileges and had his
GAIL WHITE Family's impact on life takes No. 1 position
"If children are the products of their environment, never have two been as blessed as we." The
Warren man indicted on federal gun charges
Warren man indicted on federal gun charges CLEVELAND -- A federal grand jury has indicted Jason W.
Rivera-Petrillo engagement is announced
Announcement is being made of the engagement of Rosan Rivera, a daughter of Dr. Luis and Gloria
CLUB CALENDAR
CLUBS XParents of Performing Arts will meet at 4 p.m. Thursday in the senior citizens room at the
COLUMBIANA Boundary changes end tax duplication
Mahoning County commissioners had no choice but to approve the boundary change, a lawyer said. By
YOUNGSTOWN Park board members reduce pavilion fee
A member will resign his spot Dec. 31 to avoid a possible conflict of interest. By ROGER G. SMITH
Woman faces charges in identity theft
`SHARON, Pa. -- Police said an East Connelly Boulevard woman is accused of stealing an
LEETONIA Superintendent to start in January
The new superintendent has been teaching and educating since 1976. LEETONIA -- An Austintown
TOP HIGH SCHOOL SWIMMING MARKS
BOYS 200 freestyle -- 1. Tyler King, Warren Harding, 1:55.53; 2. Nick Frankle, Canfield, 1:67.68;
LAWRENCE COUNTY Government study gets under way
Students from Westminster College will serve as commission interns. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The study
AUSTINTOWN Trustees postpone vote on home rule
Trustees also rejected a zone change request from residential to professional office. By PETER H.
NILES SCHOOLS Board ends career center affiliation
Lordstown's superintendent said Niles' decision will raise taxes in five communities. By DENISE
PREP ROUNDUP Mooney rallies past Tigers, 63-37
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mooney High girls basketball team fell behind 12-7 in the first quarter, but the
MERCER Woman gets jail for DUI crash
The judge also sentenced a man for causing thousands of dollars in damage to Reynolds High School
COLUMBIANA From Beaver to Fairfield
By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER Nearly all of Columbiana is in Columbiana County.
PREVIEW A glance at area swimming
BOARDMAN Coach: Terry O'Halloran (6th season). Returning letterwinners: (Boys) Ryan Yosay sr.,
Former baby-sitter will be sentenced for sexual abuse
LISBON -- A former baby-sitter faces a maximum 18-month jail sentence after pleading guilty to
FOOD AND CLOTHING
FOOD AND CLOTHING Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, Austintown, 8:30-10
Man charged with shooting neighbor's dog
NORTH LIMA -- Beaver Township police have charged a 34-year-old West Garfield Road man with shooting
Ancient Order of Hibernians holds installation of officers
WARREN -- The Sean McBride Trumbull County Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians in America
When sleigh and reindeer just won't do
Santa arrives at Youngstown- Warren Regional Airport to pick up gifts donated by people in
Children First officers
Children First officers YOUNGSTOWN -- Duane J. Piccirilli, executive director of Help Hotline
Jenny DeAtley, Daniel Fullum to be married
POLAND -- Announced by Kitty DeAtley, 5771 Sheridan Road, is the engagement of her daughter, Jenny
Man shot while in car
Man shot while in car YOUNGSTOWN -- Brandon T. Jackson, 22, of Stiles Avenue was in critical
JACKSON-MILTON School board OKs master plan that includes building
Voters will be asked to approve a levy to pay for the new building. By TELA DURBIN VINDICATOR
Election is held by St. Mary's Sisterhood
YOUNGSTOWN -- Dorothy Mahelco was elected president of St. Mary's Sisterhood of Sts. Peter and Paul
YOUNGSTOWN LTV, union to present to judge a deal on benefits
A requirement that a buyer of LTV plants negotiate with the Steelworkers union has been removed.
Greiner-Sahli engagement is announced
ALLIANCE -- Mrs. Kathryn R. Greiner, 521 S. McKinley Ave., is announcing the engagement of her
INDICTMENTS Mahoning County
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people Thursday: Cynthia J. Randall, 32, Oakview
AREA YOUTH SOCCER RESULTS
AREA YOUTH SOCCER RESULTS VALLEY CUP STANDINGS AT VALLEY SPORTS W-L-TPoints Under-11 Girls
OFFICEHOLDERS Scorecard
The state's five major elected offices will be up for grabs next year. The Republicans control each
Two vie for seat
Two vie for seat SHARPSVILLE, Pa. -- Only two people appeared before the Sharpsville Democratic
PENNSYLVANIA Grove City girls edge out Mercer
One bright spot for the Mustangs was their job on the boards. By BILL ALBRIGHT VINDICATOR
HOWLAND 2 jailed, charged in man's slaying
The victim was found shot to death Dec. 13 in his kitchen. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
SATURDAY'S GAMES
SATURDAY'S GAMES Miami at New England, 1:30 p.m. Philadelphia at San Francisco, 5 p.m.
Miss Schneider, F.E. Preskitt III to wed next fall
ROANOKE, Texas -- Announcement is being made of the engagement of Kathleen Anne Schneider of Roanoke
AUSTINTOWN Thief takes coat, Santa hat from Salvation Army volunteer
AUSTINTOWN -- Thieves took a Salvation Army coat and Santa hat from outside of the Giant Eagle
POLICE CALLS Boardman
Summary of police activity: BOARDMAN Dec. 7 Arrest: A 23-year-old Youngstown man was arrested
Operation Christmas Eagle
By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT CORTLAND -- While Jeff Chaney fights the war on
India recalls ambassador
India recalls ambassador NEW DELHI, India -- India said today it is recalling its ambassador from
Teen-agers must face real world
What would your reaction be if you were told to flip from MTV to CNN? How would you feel about
Today is Friday, Dec. 21, the 355th day of 2001. There are 10 days left in the year. Winter arrives
Opinion: Today is Friday, Dec. 21, the 355th day of 2001. There are 10 days left in the year. Winter arrives
COURTS
Docket entries David Ellis vs. City of Youngstown, settled and dismissed. Francis Buckley et al
NEW CASTLE Mayor's pay raise reviewed
City council approved the 2002 budget, which includes a 2-mill tax increase. By LAURE CIOFFI
STRUTHERS Council debates pay raise
Officials said the city's finances remain solvent. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
PREP SCORES, SUMMARIES & amp; SCHEDULE
THURSDAY'S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA Bristol 54, Southington 42 Maplewood 51, Lordstown
OHIO Deters expects to drop race bid
The state treasurer would withdraw from a primary for the sake of Republican unity, his campaign