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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
2 killed, 3 seriously injured in Warren crash
WARREN — A one-car accident killed two people and injured three others, the Ohio State Highway Patrol reported.
LEGO League practice scrimmage at mall
LEGO League practice scrimmage at mall NILES — The Art Outreach Gallery and Eastwood Mall Complex
YWCA renovation project needs community support
YOUNGSTOWN — The YWCA of Youngstown is in the midst of a multimillion dollar capital campaign to
‘Friday’ fever dashes cold for masses
Thousands bag bargains, enjoy thrill of hunt at Valley stores By ELISE FRANCO Some people
Ursuline wins in a rout
Ursuline wins in a rout The Irish’s big-game experience was no match for Ridgewood in a 48-6 romp.
Mooney leaves no doubt
Braylon Heard rushes for 298 yards and 3 TDs By CHUCK HOUSTEAU CANTON — Braylon Heard didn’t
Urban League opposes Lt Marhulik’s promotion
Don’t promote officer to captain’s position, Urban League urges By ED RUNYAN WARREN — Thomas
Lincoln rallies for win in shootout
The Phantoms had a two-goal lead slip away late in regulation. YOUNGSTOWN — John McCarron’s
Woman lands in jail after blasting judge, beating others
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. YOUNGSTOWN — A city woman who could have been released from jail upon
Warren Harding girls open season with impressive win
HOWLAND — The Thanksgiving holiday traditionally is a time for families. A sense of family
‘Thankful, blessed’ Chaney senior crowned 2009 Cinderella
Twelve teens competed for the crown at the 54th cotillion sponsored by the Junior Civic League.
Penguins lose by 9 to La.-Monroe
Bojana Dimitrov scored 27 points but Youngstown State fell to 0-5 on Friday. EL PASO, Texas —
Poland village holiday event sure-fire to be illuminating
Poland Junior Women’s Club members made luminaries for the occasion. POLAND — The village will
Historic house displays vintage Christmas toys
Historic house displays vintage Christmas toys By LINDA M. LINONIS GIRARD — For children, toys
Officials count on approval of 1% tax
The county won’t be making cuts next year. LISBON — The Columbiana County commissioners will
‘Smoke, Fire and Steel’ exhibit brings out the cold, hard facts
Brutal living and working conditions led to a 1916 clash between workers and guards.
Ursuline, Mooney both advance to state
Urusline High's Allen Jones (28) is well protected by teammates Pete Wearsch (58), Greg DeMario (56), Jake Dragovich (9) and Nico Irizarry (2) as he starts what became a 44-yard touchdown run past Ridgewood players Jeremy Shamel (63), Seth Mason (73), Troy Jones (54) and Mark Hale (50). The 3rd quarter TD boosted Ursuline to a 34-0 lead.
Metro digest
LOCAL Power outage strikes Austintown lunchtime AUSTINTOWN — A power outage struck at lunchtime
Valley teams’ date with state Ursuli U
Ursuline, Mooney advance to play in title games STAFF REPORT The Valley’s two best football
Cavs fall flat against Charlotte, lose 94-87
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — LeBron James and the Cavaliers were already struggling with their rhythm in
Davydenko advances to semifinals at ATP finals
LONDON (AP) — Nikolay Davydenko grabbed the last semifinal spot at the ATP World Tour Finals by
Britain and France support global fund for climate ills
PORT-OF-SPAIN, Trinidad (AP) — The leaders of Britain and France gave their backing Friday to a
McCoy’s big game starts Heisman push
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas quarterback Colt McCoy needed a Heisman Trophy-type game. How about 304
Browns’ defense needs to tackle
BEREA (AP) — If Chad Ochocinco really wants to fight a mixed martial arts champion, Browns defensive
Broncos still having problems in red zone
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos’ red zone struggles led to some red faces at the NFL
Uninvited guests shook hands with Obama
WASHINGTON — Getting to the president is not supposed to be this easy. The White House said late
Is today Weis’ finale at Notre Dame?
STANFORD, Calif. (AP) — Toby Gerhart plans to spend a few extra minutes soaking it all in before
Mountaineers prevail in ‘Backyard Brawl’
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — The outcome of the Backyard Brawl was in the hands — or more specifically
Diabetes cases to double, study says
CHICAGO — Even if the percentage of Americans who are obese stays the same, diabetes cases will
BRIDGE || Weekly Quiz
Weekly Quiz Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: xK J 10 6 u9 4 3 v6 4 3 w10 9 6 The bidding
Shiloh Baptist Church has interim pastor
CAMPBELL — Shiloh Baptist Church, 238 Bright Ave., has appointed the Rev. Ricky Tigner as interim
Greater Eid marks end of pilgrimage
Muslims in the Valley, as well as around the world, celebrated Eid-ul-Adha on Friday. Eid-ul-Adha
“Thus We settled Abraham at the site of the House. Do not associate anything with Me, and
“Thus We settled Abraham at the site of the House. Do not associate anything with Me, and purify My
Go&Do ||Things to see around the Valley
Today Children Cinderella Brunch, noon, Trinity United Methodist Church, 30 W. Front St.,
Breeding season takes its toll on deer
The breeding season, commonly called the rut, takes a differential toll on female and male white-
UN agency blasts Iran over nuclear buildup
VIENNA (AP) — In a blow to Iran, the board of the U.N. nuclear agency on Friday overwhelmingly
Islanders beat Penguins 3-2 on Tavares’ late goal
UNIONDALE, N.Y. (AP) — Sidney Crosby spoiled rookie John Tavares’ NHL debut with the deciding
Guinea-pig guide can apply to other pets, too
Dear Heloise: Thank you, thank you, thank you! Your great and timely article giving guinea-pig
Polanski to remain in jail
Polanski to remain in jail GENEVA — Roman Polanski will remain in a jail outside Zurich for at
GM to close Mansfield plant Jan. 29
About 550 employees at the facility will be affected. MANSFIELD — The last day of production
Musician Sting offers ‘spooky’ seasonal album
NEW YORK — Sting and his wife, Trudie, keep with tradition on Christmas Eve: They go to a local
Holiday shoppers turn to thrift stores in growing numbers
ORLANDO, Fla. — The Salvation Army scheduled a Black Friday sale. Used toys are selling quickly at
local topics on tv
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m. on WFMJ-TV 21; and 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday on the Time Warner
Sometimes inspiration just hits you
Opinion: Chicago — A couple of days before Thanksgiving I chose to go to my local Walmart for some last-
news shows \ Sunday lineup
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Sens. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., and
World financial markets tumble
Shock waves from Dubai reverberate on Wall St. StStreet NEW YORK (AP) — This was the sideswipe
It’s been a very good year for apple production
The crop level has been so strong that many producers are leaving apples unpicked. BUFFALO, N.Y.
Be careful what you say ... and how
Opinion: BOSTON — Is there such a thing as communications malpractice? If so, we might consider the case of
Who is Oprah’s heir apparent in daytime?
NEW YORK — Will it be Ellen DeGeneres, Dr. Phil or Dr. Oz? Maybe none of the above. The announced
Screaming kid becomes a meal ticket
Opinion: Looking forward to some Christmas travel, and wondering how you could possibly afford your ticket —
‘Redskins’ is wrong
‘Redskins’ is wrong Los Angeles Times: Rush Limbaugh, who on his radio show has referred to Native
Smooth landing ends ‘amazing’ flight of Atlantis
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Space shuttle Atlantis and its seven astronauts returned to Earth with a
FBI: Ex-doctor in Cuyahoga Falls admitted making pipe bombs
CLEVELAND (AP) — A former doctor who practiced medicine in Ohio and West Virginia has admitted
Speaking on book
Speaking on book BOARDMAN — Jim and Dorothy Chapon Kazel will be at St. Charles Borromeo Parish
Richard W. McAllise, 37, Bazetta, heroin possession.
Richard W. McAllise, 37, Bazetta, heroin possession. Patricia A. Patterson, 19, Warren, robbery.
Metro digest
Angel Giving Tree YOUNGSTOWN — JCPenney Co. and the Salvation Army have teamed up for this year’s
Stores across US get joyful jolt of spending signs of life
An average of 1,000 people were in line for midnight openings at Toys R Us stores. The nation’s
zion lutheran church \ A look back
Zion Lutheran Church, 10857 Main St., New Middletown, will mark its 160th anniversary during two
Business digest
REGION Chevrolet Cruze gets high marks for safety LORDSTOWN — The Chevrolet Cruze has received a
YEARS AGO
Today is Saturday, Nov. 28, the 332nd day of 2009. There are 33 days left in the year. On this dae
Florida knocks off No. 2 Michigan State, 77-74
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Erving Walker hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 1:56 left and Florida hung on to
Akron names cancer patient, 12, as 19th member of softball team
AKRON (AP) — A young cancer patient has been named the 19th player on the University of Akron
MAHONING COUNTY COURT FILINGS
MAHONING COUNTY Divorces asked Brenda R. Lattanzio, 8 Island Drive, Poland, v. Michael E.
FRIDAY LOTTERIES
FRIDAY LOTTERIES multistate Friday night: Mega Millions, 12-25-37-39-45 Mega Ball, 11 OHIO
Shakira says new CD looks out for single gals
NEW YORK — All the single ladies — Shakira is looking out for you! The Colombian-born singer says
Justice for Gutierrez, injustice for Ohioans
Editorial: A Franklin County judge last week meted out unmitigated mercy in sentencing Anthony Gutierrez, a
“The National Tree” (8 p.m., Hallmark): “The National Tree” is a TV film
“The National Tree” (8 p.m., Hallmark): “The National Tree” is a TV film about a father and son who
She’s had it with ‘Chet,’ who refuses to leave
Dear Annie: I have been married more than 10 years. “Chet” is a great father to our kids, but not
Boy in Bible bee focuses on God
The 10-year-old from Newton Falls was one of more than 17,000 contestants. NEWTON FALLS —
Outreach and diversity show vitality
Zion Lutheran uses old and new ways to reach out. NEW MIDDLETOWN — Though Zion Lutheran Church
Lordstown sewer project likely to be late, over budget
When the project is complete, 95 percent of the village will have sewers. LORDSTOWN — A sewer
Groups rush to meet Dec. 4 gift deadline for troops overseas
COLUMBUS (AP) — In making your list this season, here is something to add: Don’t forget Dec. 4.
Learning to cope on campus
Some Pa. colleges expand counseling READING, Pa. (AP) — Going away to college can be stressful.
Getting it right
A story on Page A1 of Friday’s Vindicator headlined “Mill Creek helps Candy Land celebrate 60 years
Reservoir changing for the better
Mosquito Creek Reservoir continued to show signs in 2009 that it is changing, and its metamorphosis