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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.

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YSU Targeting low-income kids

The program identifies children who otherwise might not ever consider college as an option. By RON


The first Christmas

Opinion: And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the


HOLIDAY AFTERMATH Getting the kids to say thanks has notable difficulties

However, the rewards are priceless. By SARAH A. CART VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Once the joy


Secret Santa takes stock as he makes his rounds throughout the region

This Santa covers about 250 miles on Christmas Eve to visit about 40 homes. By STEPHEN SIFF


COLLEGE FOOTBALL Bowl previews

THURSDAY SEATTLE BOWL GEORGIA TECH (7-5) vs. No. 11 STANFORD (9-2) 4 p.m., ESPN. Coaches:


After taking gamble in Vegas, pizza shop owner returns

The entrepreneur's new pizza chain, his third, is named after his father. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY


Browns woes

Browns woes Butch Davis' worst loss in his first season as coach of the Cleveland Browns was a


LORDSTOWN Village takes new look at housing for seniors

Money was allotted for the project about 12 years ago, but the plan was shelved. By DENISE DICK


COLLEGE BASKETBALL Miketa to leave Baldwin-Wallace team

The junior guard from Girard High will take care of her ailing mother and work on academics. By


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AGENDA

AGENDA WEDNESDAY Struthers City Council, 6:15 p.m. caucus, Room 11, 7 p.m. regular meeting,


HIGH SCHOOL SCHEDULE

WEDNESDAY BOYS BASKETBALL J.V. games at 6 p.m. unless noted Union tournament Kennedy


COLUMBIANA CO. Panel explains need for rise in sales tax

The public can again question commissioners at a public hearing Thursday. By NANCY TULLIS


COLLEGE FOOTBALL Girard's Fusco earns second varsity grid letter at Wooster

The Liberty High graduate was a defensive back and special teams standout. WOOSTER -- Mike Fusco


YOUNGSTOWN Charges are dropped against third suspect in kidnapping

Prosecutor Paul Gains and Campbell police said the investigation is still open. By BOB JACKSON


YOUNGSTOWN Mayor replies to rep's criticism

Last week, Traficant criticized McKelvey's lack of leadership on the issue. By ROGER G. SMITH


A quick guide to writing thank-you letters

A generation ago, Laetitia Baldrige revised and expanded "The Amy Vanderbilt Complete Book of


REUNIONS

Brookfield High School Class of 1947 will hold its 55th reunion on Aug. 10. Members interested in


Oath of office

Oath of office YOUNGSTOWN -- Municipal Judge Robert A. Douglas Jr., who was re-elected to the


Fire was accidental

Fire was accidental NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Fire officials said a fire that damaged tires and air


Above the rest

Above the rest Crest is the top-selling toothpaste in the United States, with annual sales of


LAKE MILTON Hero gets medals earned in World War II

Pershing Edwards said getting his medals is the best Christmas present he could have received. By


BOARDMAN Police kept busy with calls

Police responded to a high number of calls all weekend. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF


By GARY HOUSTEAU

By GARY HOUSTEAU VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT BELOIT -- It's been nearly seven months since


Did 9/11 tragedy take Christmas spirit away?

Opinion: Did 9/11 tragedy take Christmas spirit away? EDITOR: What has happened to everyone's Christmas


Forum Health Trumbull Memorial

Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Gaye Blair, 1431 Furnace St., Mineral Ridge, girl, Dec. 17.


Christmas this year takes on new meaning in time of pain

Opinion: The Christmas story recounted in the scripture above is special to all Christians, but the Christmas


POLICE BLOTTER

POLICE BLOTTER Canfield, Austintown Summary of police activity: CANFIELD Dec. 16 Stolen:


The Vindicator/Lindsay Semple

The Vindicator/Lindsay Semple BACK HOME: Brian Bleggi, owner of Aldo's Original Pizza, pulls a


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Mark A. Joy, 41, of 2479 Atkinson Ave., Youngstown, and Ada


YOUNGSTOWN Tod Children's Hospital awaits training funds

Children's hospitals nationwide strive to sustain programs while facing significant cuts in state


NATION

NATION 2002 products are convenient, fruity NEW YORK -- Soy foods that taste better, dental


A woman's ministry of helping others

By VERONICA GORLEY VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Racks of clothing are crammed along


COLUMBUS Taft seeks other funds

The governor hopes the state Legislature jump-starts his proposal to provide prescription drug


NEW CASTLE Discovery of body confirms family's fears

Family members said Wendy Miller was well-liked. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Family