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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
STEEL PRODUCERS Trade panel ruling to assist industry
Hearings are expected to take place next month. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY VINDICATOR BUSINESS WRITER
MAHONING COUNTY Smith steps down as commissioners' clerk
The clerk said he was looking for a job before he was disciplined by commissioners. By BOB JACKSON
GAIL WHITE On special shopping trip, all we spent was time
I think some of the most trying moments of parenthood occur on Friday and Saturday evenings in the
BOARDS OF EDUCATION
BOARDS OF EDUCATION BOARDMAN Donations: Several donations were accepted: *Center Middle
Selfless contribution raised family's spirits
Opinion: Selfless contribution raised family's spirits EDITOR: It is amazing how in one day our hearts
REUNIONS
XAustintown Fitch High School Class of 1971 will hold its 30-year reunion from 6 p.m. to midnight
GIRARD SCHOOLS Suit to remove board gets Nov. 5 trial date
The judge ruled that an out-of-state attorney can continue representing the parents. By PEGGY
NOTICES
NOTICES BASEBALL The Baseball School -- is offering individual and semi-individual instructions
YOUNGSTOWN Prosecutors: Shooter couldn't leave witnesses
Jurors heard three hours of closing arguments Tuesday. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Friday games
SPRINGFIELD vs. MCDONALD When: Friday, 7:30 p.m. Where: McDonald High School. Last year:
SHARON Court papers: Man slain was robber
Court documents said a victim fired a number of shots at his attackers. By HAROLD GWIN
COLUMBUS Former judge's lawyer works out settlement
A hearing was continued Tuesday until Nov. 30. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
STEEL PRODUCERS Ruling to benefit industry
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN Hearings are expected to take place next month. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
Work in D.C. delayed by scare
An Austintown man tested negative for anthrax but is on antibiotics as a precaution. By PAUL
He can't shake ground zero's somber air
By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- Nearly a week after returning from ground
MOVIE TIME
MOVIE TIME Check out these OK, so you've planned your menu and you've invited your guests for
Werner lays off 80 workers at Sugar Grove Twp. plant
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWNGREENVILLE, Pa. -- The Werner Co. has laid off 80 production workers at
Powder being tested
Powder being tested ROGERS -- Columbiana County authorities are having tested a white powdery
Howland: Howland, which lost to Boardman in last year's Div. I regional, knew it would have to
Howland: Howland, which lost to Boardman in last year's Div. I regional, knew it would have to
CROSS COUNTRY Runner Lisa Davies of West Branch continues to get better and better
By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF West Branch runner Lisa Davies had just finished 12th at
WARREN Lawyer: Defendant wasn't there
The prosecutor told jurors the evidence will prove the defendant was the shooter. By PEGGY
Peace Action calls for end to U.S. action in Afghanistan
YOUNGSTOWN -- Members of Peace Action Youngstown were to voice this morning their opposition to
YOUNGSTOWN 'Pull somebody up,' Dell exec says
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN A Dell Computer executive with roots in Youngstown says diversity can
NEW CASTLE Group will build Friendship Park
Plans for a park on Grant Street will be changed to accommodate firetrucks. By LAURE CIOFFI
FOR THE KIDS Trick-or-treat hours
Times and days for trick-or-treating as submitted to The Vindicator. MAHONING COUNTY Austintown:
Pipe bomb charges
Pipe bomb charges CLEVELAND -- A Niles man could spend 30 years in prison if convicted of charges
WARREN Councilman Marchese recommends legal help
Hiring outside legal help is expected to cost up to $25,000. By AMANDA C. DAVIS VINDICATOR
SALEM 2 arrested in theft await court
Police said one man spent the night in a vacant Leetonia house. SALEM -- Two Farrell, Pa., men who
BOYS SOCCER Champion dives into district final
The Golden Flashes and Bristol had some natural elements working against them. By BRIAN RICHESSON
DOWNTOWN YOUNGSTOWN Volunteer group will plant bulbs for spring blooms
New plantings will add color to downtown between March and the annual June cleanup. By ROGER G.
HALLOWEEN SAFETY
HALLOWEEN SAFETY Tips for treaters Beaver Township Trustee Kim Ohlin wants to remind parents of
DOMINION EAST OHIO PUCO considers proposal to aid natural gas customers
About 70,000 customers have had service shut off or got shutoff notices. By JEFF ORTEGA
LAWRENCE COUNTY 3% room rental tax likely to be approved
An estimated $61,000 could be added to the county tourism budget each year. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A
BOARDMAN Township, company close to settling ambulance suit
Trustees are expected to consider a proposed settlement Monday. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR
Man suffers burns
Man suffers burns NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A Mercer man is in critical condition at Mercy Hospital in
Compost contest
Compost contest CANFIELD -- Proud of your compost? Show it off at a contest from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
LORDSTOWN SCHOOLS Overseer declines to consider contract
Both sides confirmed a tentative agreement had been reached but not voted on. By DENISE DICK
FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS Seven area teams have sealed spots for first round
Sixteen other area teams still have a chance to qualify for the postseason. VINDICATOR STAFF
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Norman and Richelle Gallagher, 1267 Bexley St., Youngstown, girl, Oct. 23.
Kiwanis ceremony
Kiwanis ceremony YOUNGSTOWN -- The Kiwanis Club of Uptown Youngstown had a dedication ceremony
Workshop relieved counselor's stress
BOARDMAN -- A counselor who assisted about 15 people Monday during a free public workshop to address
Bush finally has chance to help U.S. steel industry
Opinion: The U.S. International Trade Commission has finally seen the light, and now it is up to the Bush
WARREN Former deputy's trial continues
The prosecution said he was getting overlapping pay from the county and a school district. By
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Group secures loan for sanctuary
Although the financial crisis has passed, the nonprofit group will still need donations. By NORMAN
YOUNGSTOWN Court OKs Phar-Mor's financing
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN Phar-Mor hopes its borrowing power will persuade suppliers to restock
LIQUOR PERMITS
Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications and
POSTSEASON OUTLOOK OHSAA playoffs
DIVISION I, Region 1 Warren Harding has clinched a playoff spot. Boardman needs a win and help.
October winds kick up surprises
Just when you think you've got the sporting world figured out, October winds swirl. To wit: UIn
Canfield Township's future requires steady leadership
Opinion: If annexation of Canfield Township land continues at the current rate, there is a very real danger
SALEM HUMANE SOCIETY Cutbacks thwarted by animal drop-offs
The animals are abandoned at the shelter after hours. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
SHELTERING THE VULNERABLE
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: The 1999 death of a mentally ill street wanderer made news again last week when
A continuing series
A continuing series Series: A three-day Vindicator series in May outlined reader views on blight
Game time
Game time Tonight Who: Dallas Stars at Pittsburgh Penguins Where: Mellon Arena When: 8 p.m.
POLICE BLOTTER Canfield, Austintown
Summary of police activity: CANFIELD CITY Oct. 14 Theft: A woman stole six packs of cigars
LEADERS YSU in NCAA rankings
TEAM STATISTICS (National leader in parentheses) Rushing Offense: YSU 4th, 285.86 (Georgia