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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Police in Farrell probe shooting
FARRELL, Pa. — Police and dispatchers reported a shooting in the 1200 block of Negley Street Tuesday
Austintown teachers, board mired in talks
AUSTINTOWN — The Austintown Education Association was out in force at the school board meeting
Austintown dance uniforms rejected by school officials
AUSTINTOWN — The girls on the dance team at Fitch High School don’t see a problem with their
Warren board chooses McGuffey school site
WARREN — The board of education, by a 3-2 vote, chose the current McGuffey School site on Tod Avenue
Police, residents bridge the gap in Warren
WARREN – Police and motorists must respect each other during a traffic stop, so each can return home
Small protest decries health insurance veto
YOUNGSTOWN — A small group of protesters waved signs and held candles Tuesday in protest of
Columbiana sheriff date in court postponed
LISBON — Columbiana County Sheriff David L. Smith’s arraignment on a charge of operating a motor
Ohio EPA recommends no license for A&L Salvage
LISBON — Ohio Environmental Protection Agency Director Chris Korleski is proposing that A&L Salvage
See video of Sheriff Smith patrol stop here tonight
The Vindicator this evening will post the patrol car video of Columbiana County Sheriff David L.
Student spits on administrator at Odyssey School
Student spits on administrator at Odyssey School YOUNGSTOWN — A combative 15-year-old student in a
Pact would end Chevy Centre management contract
YOUNGSTOWN — City officials will consider an agreement Wednesday to dissolve International Coliseums
Ex-Howland chief stays on Dann’s staff
Former Howland Police Chief Steve Lamantia’s term as acting superintendent of the Ohio Bureau of
Task force nabs man sought by Summit County
YOUNGSTOWN — A 30-year-old man wanted by Summit County on charges of aggravated murder, kidnapping
Malnourished pit bulls found on the North Side
YOUNGSTOWN — The hunt for a fugitive at 763 Fairgreen Ave. turned up seven malnourished pit bull
Sebring Fire Department helps family displaced by explosion
Sebring Fire Chief Jim Cannell said the fire department is accepting donations to help the Woods’
Mahoning commissioners to award pact for Ellsworth sewer project
Mahoning commissioners to award pact for Ellsworth sewer project YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County
Maryland man dies in I-79 accident in Mercer Co.
Maryland man dies in I-79 accident in Mercer Co. MERCER, Pa. — A Maryland man was killed on the
How smart are you? Take a test Saturday to find out
How smart are you? Take a test Saturday to find out HOWLAND — A national Mensa test is being
Mattress fire causes $3K damage at South Side home
Mattress fire causes $3K damage at South Side home YOUNGSTOWN — A mattress placed against the
House explosion hurts four from Smith Township family
BELOIT — Four members of the Woods family — parents and two children — are in intensive care in the
REUNIONS | Former classmates plan get-togethers
XCampbell Memorial High School Class of 1944 will meet for lunch at 12:30 Oct. 24 at Denny’s
Wean foundation names Roller program officer
YOUNGSTOWN — The Raymond John Wean Foundation has named Jennifer E. Roller, a lifelong resident of
Howland enjoying success, but more work awaits Tigers
Introducing coach Dick Angle to the Curbstone Coaches was Howland A.D. Bruce Johnson.
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Associated Press poll
Cardinal Mooney and South Range remain the area’s highest ranked teams in the Associated Press high
Running for Congress isn’t cheap
A Mahoning County Democrat leads the fund-raising race in an open House race. Challengers in
SCHEDULE Indians vs. Red Sox
Oct. 12: Boston 10, Cleveland 3 Oct. 13: Cleveland 13, Boston 6, 11 innings Monday: Cleveland 4,
Baseball Playoffs
Baseball Playoffs FavoriteOddsUnderdog American League Championship Series Game Four
Fans, not bugs, swarm Jacobs Field
A few Chief Wahoo protesters showed up. CLEVELAND (AP) — Paul Weyand grabbed the free packet of
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Sam J. Petrosky II, 42, of 3752 Frederick St., Youngstown, and
Al Gore v. George Bush
Opinion: Washington Post: For former vice president Al Gore, sharing the Nobel Peace Prize with the United
Tressel, Dantonio meet as opposing coaches
The Buckeyes have the nation’s stingiest defense, allowing just 6.6 points per game. EAST LANSING,
Democrats see a new political climate
Opinion: It’s obvious from watching congressional Democrats and their presidential candidates that they have
Funds to house the homeless coming to help Valley’s needy
Several Mahoning Valley agencies received funding. COLUMBUS — A state board has signed off on
Rapper T.I. remains jailed
Rapper T.I. remains jailed ATLANTA — T.I. was ordered Monday to remain in custody on federal
Sabres beat Toronto, 5-4, in overtime
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Ales Kotalik scored a power-play goal with four seconds left in overtime to
Steelers’ post-bye week outlook is promising
It’s not difficult to figure out why Pittsburgh (4-1) has been so successful. PITTSBURGH (AP) —
FLU SHOTS | Where to get them
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, is expecting a record-setting 132 million
Putin postpones trip amid plot warnings
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin pledged Monday to negotiate with Iran on behalf
hMore mourning in Iraq
hMore mourning in Iraq BAGHDAD, Iraq — Suspected Shiite militiamen hit military bases with mortar
Trumbull County rapist scheduled for sentencing
The Newton Falls man faces more than 40 years in prison. WARREN — A Newton Falls man convicted
University sets goal of $500M for fund drive
AKRON — The University of Akron has launched the public phase of a campaign to raise $500 million.
SUNDAY’S LATE SUMMARY
SUNDAY’S LATE SUMMARY SAINTS 28, SEAHAWKS 17 New Orleans72100—28 Seattle01007—17 First
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION PRESEASON EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB
$3M for lead abatement
$3M for lead abatement YOUNGSTOWN — Representatives from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
In only evaluaton, Webb scores 6.9 on scale of 1 to 9
YOUNGSTOWN — Dr. Wendy Webb, Youngstown schools superintendent, has had just one job performance
Youngstown water bill scam prompts reminder
A 76-year-old West Side woman paid $500 in cash to a con man. YOUNGSTOWN — Call the city water
Things will get worse before people start getting better
Opinion: Things will get worse before people start getting better EDITOR: The Oct. 9 letter from a
Nebraska A.D. Pederson is fired
The program absorbing one-sided losses this season is one of the reasons. LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) —
NFL ROUNDUP \ News and notes
Super Bowl in London? A future Super Bowl champion may someday be crowned overseas in a game
TAKE OUR POLL: The Vindicator wants to know what size raise you think Youngstown Schools
TAKE OUR POLL: The Vindicator wants to know what size raise you think Youngstown Schools
Faith in QB tied to better outcome
Browns players think Derek Anderson is doing some big-time things with the team’s weapons. BEREA,
Andrews paces Cards in round 1
Fitch and Boardman face off Wednesday in Stow in Div I. BOARDMAN — Megg Andrews scored 10 points
Ceremony honors two police officers
every day,” he added. Lytle, a township officer since 2001, chalked his actions up to good
2 Detroit men face drug charges
SHARON, Pa. — City police said they found a significant amount of suspected cocaine at a Malleable
Hospital releases Wilson
U.S. Rep. Charlie Wilson, D-6th, is out of the hospital after successful emergency colon surgery.
A summary of criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown:
A summary of criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD CITY Oct. 8
Stewart’s Chase hopes fade
If he can’t get his head back in the game, the team doesn’t have a chance. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) —
Webb evaluation to be done by year’s end, board vows
YOUNGSTOWN — The city school board didn’t complete the superintendent’s job evaluation last year,
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Greater Girard Area Chamber of Commerce, 6 p.m. , Girard Free Library, 105 E.
“The Mysterious Human Heart” (10 p.m., PBS): The heart beats 100,000 times a day, more
“The Mysterious Human Heart” (10 p.m., PBS): The heart beats 100,000 times a day, more than 36
TOP SALARIES
TOP SALARIES School superintendents How the salary of Dr. Wendy Webb, Youngstown schools
Vinny Testaverde still has it
The 43-year old quarterback showed Carolina’s younger players he can contribute. CHARLOTTE, N.C.
SCHEDULE Rockies vs. Diamondbacks
Oct. 11: Colorado 5, Arizona 1 Oct. 12: Colorado 3, Arizona 2, 11 innings Sunday: Colorado 4,
TODAY
TODAY Noon (FSN Ohio) English League Soccer. Noon (FSN Pitt) NFL: Mike Tomlin press conference.
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA Philadelphia31061710
South Side residents face loss of important service
The U.S. Postal Service contends that use of its Youngstown South Side branch has declined to such
Valley grocer offers food for thought
Get as much education and training as you can, he told students. NORTH LIMA — Businessman
Strong pitching lifts Tribe
Cleveland has a 2-1 lead over Boston in the series entering tonight’s game. CLEVELAND (AP) — Not
Testimony scheduled to begin in Youngstown murder trial
YOUNGSTOWN — Testimony is scheduled to begin today in the aggravated murder trial of a 19-year-old
Hundreds keep the pace in Peace Race
Runners, above, make their way across a bridge in Mill Creek Park. The 33rd Peace Race was run
Council enters power project
The city’s involvement eventually will reduce electricity costs. NEWTON FALLS — City
Eli Manning leads Giants past Atlanta
The Falcons fell to 1-5. ATLANTA (AP) — Eli Manning made enough good throws to overcome some
In good times and bad, Torrealba stays positive
Monday’s NLCS game was not completed in time for this edition. DENVER (AP) — Yorvit Torrealba
Poor showing at 911 meetings vexes officials
Some believe many residents may have already made up their minds. LIBERTY — Meetings held by
Winning Peace Prize puts Gore back in presidential spotlight
Three out of four Democrats are satisfied with the field of candidates, a recent poll found.
Rehab center receives $10,000 grant
HOWLAND — Children’s Rehabilitation Center has received a $10,000 grant to benefit its “The Children
AT STAKE
AT STAKE DUI convictions Columbiana County Sheriff David L. Smith faces a charge of operating a
ATP TOUR MUTUA MADRILENA MASTERS MADRID
ATP TOUR MUTUA MADRILENA MASTERS MADRID Monday At Estadio Madrid Arena Madrid, Spain Purse:
“This is a very delicate time. It’s just a time to be extremely careful.”
Opinion: “This is a very delicate time. It’s just a time to be extremely careful.” Secretary of State
S. Range tops Bristol in OT
Ursuline and Lordstown also earned Division III sectional victories. NORTH LIMA — Andrew Edwards
Mets attendant aids Mitchell
Kirk Radomski’s plea bargain required him to cooperate with the baseball investigator. NEW YORK
‘Charitable donations’ to Harvard unjustified
Opinion: This year’s charitable donations are expected to total more than $200 billion, a record. But a big
Lawrence panel to accept LaGrotta’s resignation
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Lawrence County commissioners expect to formally accept Frank LaGrotta’s
An all-fronts war is only way to defeat bin Laden
Opinion: As the sixth anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, passed, the release of three tapes featuring Osama bin
Trial opens for ex-adviser for Ohio workers’ comp
A U.S. attorney called Mark Lay a ‘manipulator’ and a ‘liar.’ AKRON (AP) — A former adviser for
Free lunch for needy
Free lunch for needy YOUNGSTOWN — A free lunch for the needy will be served from noon to 1 p.m.
Kenny Lofton’s homer comes at crucial time
His 384-foot shot was pivotal. CLEVELAND (AP) — Kenny Lofton was on the move again — just 360 feet
Gunman was failing class, teacher says
CLEVELAND (AP) — A teacher wounded in a shooting rampage at Success Tech Academy downtown said
‘Daisies’ characters face deadly dilemma
If the characters accidentally touch, it’s back to the coffin for one of them. By KINNEY
Singer breaks country color lines
Relatively few blacks have moved toward careers in country music. By JOHN GEROME NASHVILLE,
Three U.S. economists share Nobel
For the 24th time, somebody tied to the University of Chicago won the honor. NEW YORK (AP) —
Blackwater’s in business of making war
Opinion: So what good can be said of Blackwater, the private security contractor — critics say “rogue
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS MONDAY 1st—Sheschocola (Gonzalez)4.803.603.60 Magnificent Me
Massillon man pleads innocent to sex charges
When he was arrested, the defendant said he was taking the children to visit their biological
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