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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
REUNIONS
XBoland family 23rd annual reunion will be held at noon Aug. 19 at Fair Park in Canfield. Those
TRUMBULL CO. SHERIFF With all arguments in, wait is on
The appeals judges are expected to take about two months on a ruling. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Advocate stays aggressive on behalf of the blind
Mike Nicol has blue-tinted sunglasses, slicked-back hair that drops below his ears, a blue-and-white
WARREN Probe follows allegations against new school official
James Russo maintains he did nothing wrong. By AMANDA C. DAVIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
LIBERTY Doctor: Good came of having cancer
A brush with death helped her realize the importance of life, love and friendship. By MARALINE
NY-PENN LEAGUE Scrappers' comeback falls short
Mahoning Valley scored four runs in the bottom of the ninth, but still lost, 13-12. By BILL
God creates souls, not research scientists
Opinion: God creates souls, not research scientists EDITOR: Once again Cal Thomas addresses an issue,
Youngstown Express reaches Ohio finale
NEWARK -- The 14-year-old Youngstown Babe Ruth League All-Star baseball team qualified for the state
NEW CASTLE SCHOOLS Council to vote on changes
Construction could be delayed another year if a decision isn't made quickly. By LAURE CIOFFI
Yearbooks open the past
Yearbooks from a longtime local club have found a place in the archives of the Ohio Historical
"It teaches you what is important in life. It added to my soul."
"It teaches you what is important in life. It added to my soul." Dr. Jerri Nielsen
THE VINDICATOR PRO-AM Final Results
(LPGA pro listed first) MEN'S DIVISION 52.4 -- Minny Yeo, Ken Maceyko, Tom Ankrom, Jim Junk, Ken
SEWICKLEY, PA. Cold Metal Products reports loss for 4th straight quarter
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN SEWICKLEY, Pa. -- Cold Metal Products said it lost $482,000 in its most
COLLEGE BASKETBALL YSU women face tough road
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown State women's basketball team will encounter a demanding nonconference
Forum Health to hire nurses
More nurses will be needed to meet terms of a new agreement banning mandatory overtime. By CYNTHIA
Power-hungry public makes Ohio Edison sweat the heat
The heat wave is pushing the electric utility beyond its limits. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth John and Dana Matisi, 48 Christian Ave., Hubbard, boy, July 23. Ronald and Tina
FARRELL Sewer plan to be updated
The city must apply for the permit by Aug. 31. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR CORESPONDENT
Rock-throwing incident
Rock-throwing incident NORTH LIMA -- Police said this morning that seven youths will likely be
Junior golf tourney set for Aug. 8
The 2001 Junior Golf Tournament at Borland Golf Center for boys and girls ages 8-18 will be held
End of nurses strike doesn't solve underlying problem
Opinion: An 81-day strike by Forum Health nurses came to an end Friday with everyone pledging to put the
Man dies after hitting head in pool
LEETONIA -- Traditional music, dance, food and folk tales of Ireland, Scotland and Wales will be
TRUMBULL COUNTY Niles man sentenced to prison in rape case
The victim requested the maximum term be given. WARREN -- A 20-year-old Niles man has been
Mercer County panel OKs plans for jail construction
MERCER, Pa. -- The Mercer County Prison Board has approved preliminary plans for the new county
IMMIGRATION IMPROVEMENTS
Opinion: Washington Post: The Supreme Court, at the end of its term last month, handed down two important
GIRARD Escapee from court surrenders
The man, who had been on probation for theft charges, came to court Monday afternoon. By DENISE
MAHONING VALLEY Packard commits to new plant
The state had already approved a $5 million loan for the project. WARREN -- Delphi Packard
NOTES From Cafaro Field
Dog tired: Team mascot "Scrappy" celebrated a birthday in the 93-degree heat Sunday. Inside, Cory
Religious studies registration begins
Religious studies registration begins GIRARD -- Registration is under way for kindergarten through
Poland advances in state tournament
TALLMADGE -- The Poland 11-12 softball team scored two runs in the bottom of the sixth inning Monday
Salem board gives Brobeck a raise
SALEM -- Schools Superintendent Dr. David Brobeck is receiving a pay raise after a favorable annual
Cap ready for return
A volunteer 10 years ago, the Boardman native will compete at Squaw Creek. By PETE MOLLICA
ST. DEMETRIOS GREEK FESTIVAL Food, music and wine are festival's main draws
The festival runs Wednesday through Sunday. By JENNINE ZELEZNIK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Woman is unidentified
Woman is unidentified AUSTINTOWN -- A woman who told police she is from New York was arrested
YOUNGSTOWN Lack of witnesses, pending appeals stall murder trial
The prosecutor and defense attorney each have appeals pending in the case. By BOB JACKSON
Jazz & amp; Wine Festival
Jazz & amp; Wine Festival NILES -- The 6th annual Mahoning Valley Jazz & amp; Wine
LPGA NOTEBOOK Giant Eagle Classic
Champion arrives: Dorothy Delasin, the defending champion of the Giant Eagle LPGA Classic, arrived
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HUBBARD Board handles changes in staff
The superintendent is looking for a new football field scoreboard. By SUSAN BERLIN VINDICATOR
YOUNGSTOWN Judges discuss handling of loud-music cases
One judge questioned the reliability of clerk of court records, calling the records atrocious. By
BANKING Second Bancorp expands its reach
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN The local bank says the deal shows it is committed to growing in
LADY PENGUINS 2001 schedule
Nov. 17 -- Bowling Green, 7 p.m. Nov. 24 -- Kent State, 7 p.m. Nov. 28 -- at Akron, 7 p.m. Dec. 1
Marshals assist in search for fugitives
Inmates used a ladder made from a gurney to scale the fence. ELKTON -- Authorities continue their
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY Docket entries Christopher J. Strawderman vs. David J. Venerose Jr., settled and
Rookie first baseman has all the write stuff
Rickie Morton foresees a future in writing, not baseball. By KATIE BALESTRA VINDICATOR STAFF
CCL Container, employees have pact
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Negotiations between CCL Container Corp. and its
MAHONING VALLEY Complaints prompt HBA to expel 2
These are the third and fourth companies to be expelled by the HBA this year. AUSTINTOWN -- The
Four youths charged in vandalism at school
CAMPBELL -- Four Campbell boys are being held without bond in the Mahoning County Juvenile Justice
SQUAW CREEK Becka back after breaking ankle
The area golf pro took a break from teaching to compete in this year's tournament. By PETE MOLLICA
Counsel won't assist Traficant
The General Counsel's office stopped its assistance of the indicted congressman when he invoked his
Minny Yeo leads team to big win
The South Korean credited her teammates after victory in The Vindicator Pro-Am. By PETE MOLLICA
Residents scared, puzzled by weekend fires
By STEPHEN SIFF and PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WEST FARMINGTON -- Residents
2 U.S.-based scholars convicted of spying
2 U.S.-based scholars convicted of spying BEIJING -- Two U.S. residents were convicted today of