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