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What are Valley shoppers' last minute must-have gifts
Joe DeMay of Columbiana looks at the selection of flat-screen televisions at h.h. Gregg in Boardman. Electronics, clothing and gift cards are topping holiday wish ...
V24: Ballet Western Reserve Company draws on history for "Golden Nutcracker"
Ballet Western Reserve, which is marking its 50th anniversary this year, has unearthed a piece of its own history and will put it back to ...
Stories published December 20, 2012
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Educators in Texas town have carried guns since '07
In this tiny Texas town, children and their parents don't give much thought to safety at the community's lone school - mostly because some of the teachers are carrying concealed weapons.
It's Friday somewhere, and they're all still here
Doomsday hour is here, at least in much of the world, and so still are we.
Boehner pulls budget vote after GOP threatens revolt
Confronted with a revolt among the rank and file, House Republicans abruptly scrapped a vote Thursday night on legislation allowing tax rates to rise for households earning $1 million and up, complicating attempts to avoid a year-end "fiscal cliff" that threatens to send the economy into recession.
Mahoning grand jury indicts man for attempted murder
Mahoning grand jury indicts man for attempted murder
Nationwide Insurance appeals $42.8M judgment to Mahoning Co. woman
Nationwide Insurance appeals $42.8M judgment to Mahoning Co. woman
US Rep. Tim Ryan cleared of improper conduct in intoxication charge
US Rep. Tim Ryan cleared of improper conduct in intoxication charge
Son, wife admit killing Pa. engineer over mistress
Son, wife admit killing Pa. engineer over mistress
Couple in Warren animal deaths case gets jail time
Couple in Warren animal deaths case gets jail time WARREN A Hamilton Street couple charged with
Do you want to serve on the Weathersfield zoning appeals board?
Do you want to serve on the Weathersfield zoning appeals board?
Brush clearing under way on racino project in Austintown
Brush clearing under way on racino project in Austintown
Mahoning commissioners approve taking over Youngstown building-inspection department
Mahoning commissioners approve taking over Youngstown building department
Mahoning Valley native named to Ohio Supreme Court
Mahoning Valley native named to Ohio Supreme Court
1 student dead in stabbing at University of Toledo
1 student dead in stabbing at University of Toledo
Federal judge upholds Ohio's new exotic-animal law
Federal judge upholds Ohio's new exotic-animal law
Car flips on roof in Youngstown
Car flips on roof in Youngstown YOUNGSTOWN City police are on the scene this morning of a three-
Dominion and Caiman Energy II, LLC. are forming a $1.5 billion joint venture
Dominion and Caiman Energy II, LLC. are forming a $1.5 billion joint venture YOUNGSTOWN As Utica
LIVE NET RADIO TODAY | @Vindicator year in review 10 a.m. #youngtsown #valley
Vindy editors Betrtam DeSouza, Todd Franko and Mark Sweetwood battle it out at 10 a.m. today for the most important issues of the year.
Doomsday prepping: Much ado about nothing?
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com A zombie apocalypse? A planetary collision? The earth being
DeWine: Arming educators should be an option
Attorney general said he would strongly consider having an armed ex-police officer in schools.
Ohio shale jobs at 38,000
The study shows shale-related jobs in Ohio will grow to more than 260,000 by 2035.
Bristol boys stay unbeaten
The Bristol High boys basketball team outscored Lordstown 17-2 in the second quarter on the way to a 59-43 victory Wednesday night
Youngstown’s use of $305K ‘unallowable,’ state audit finds
Youngstown is working to resolve the issue
Bernie Tarr adds national title to basketball coaching resume
On Saturday, the Niles native guided his Belmopan Comprehensive team to a win over Ecumenical in the high school national title game in Belize, where he now resides.
Poland kids write to Santa to help Make-A-Wish
Staff report POLAND Inspired by the concept of “paying it forward,” students at Poland North and
Campbell cops to get first raises in 8 years
By JEANNE STARMACK starmack@vindy.com CAMPBELL City police will see their first raises in
Water rates to increase in Canfield
Because of another water-rate increase from Youngstown, Canfield's rates will rise next year.
Niles to consider raising city’s 1.5-percent municipal income tax
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES It was not the type of Christmas message that will spread
What are Valley shoppers' last minute must-have gifts
Joe DeMay of Columbiana looks at the selection of flat-screen televisions at h.h. Gregg in Boardman. Electronics, clothing and gift cards are topping holiday wish lists in Ohio this year.
No injuries in I-80 accident that closed lane for hour
Staff report LIBERTY Everyone involved in a four-vehicle accident on Interstate 80 near Belmont
Hubbard board delays contract approval
The board tables vote that would create on treasure for Liberty and Hubbard
Budd William Miller will stay locked up for a 1981 double murder, board rules
The Ohio Parole Board is keeping Budd William Miller imprisoned until at least Dec. 1, 2016, for the 1981 slaying of his wife and her boyfriend in Youngstown.
Boardman trustees were busy at their last meeting of 2012, including promoting and hiring in the fire department.
Boardman trustees were busy at their last meeting of 2012, including promoting and hiring in the fire department.
Man shot by police is no stranger to criminal justice system.
The man has a litany of charges dating back at least 15 years.
Weathersfield seeks to build new communications tower
Weathersfield seeks to build new communications tower for police and fire
WTG
today Children Art in the Afternoon, 4 p.m., Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning
GM to purchase 200M shares owned by feds
GM will pay $27.50 for the stocks, which are currently being held by U.S. Department of the Treasury.
“david geffen — american masters” (8 p.m., pbs): “David Geffen: American
“david geffen — american masters” (8 p.m., pbs): “David Geffen: American Masters” is a profile of
Finding the strength to change
Opinion: WASHINGTON Like so many other people these days, I regain my composure only to see it crumble in
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Legion post in city gets keys to building
Legion post in city gets keys to building YOUNGSTOWN American Legion Post 472, 323 E. Indianola
Warren Family Mission needs new boilers
Warren Family Mission needs new boilers VIENNA The Warren Family Mission’s Hannah’s House is
Lack of salt can be deadly
Q. I was rushed to the emergency department a few weeks ago because of low sodium. I have always
Evil defies explanation
Opinion: Trying to explain an evil act like the one that killed 20 children and six adults at Sandy Hook
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Helping Hands in Action Ministry, 2143 Jacobs Road, Youngstown, food and
Jones for Revival strengthens the bond
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Jones for Revival is ever-evolving as a band
Doug Chapin: OSU hoops
Ohio State basketball coach Thad Matta took some heat last season for using a short bench during the Buckeyes’ 31-8 season which included a share of the Big Ten regular-season title and a trip to the NCAA Final Four.
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Struthers City Council, caucus at 6:15 p.m., council caucus room; regular meeting
HEALTH DIGEST || Computer classes
Computer classes YOUNGSTOWN The YMCA of Youngstown is offering basic computer and Internet
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Houston Zoo cheetahs get a workout at horse track HOUSTON Two cheetahs from the
Ballet Western Reserve Company draws on history for "Golden Nutcracker"
Ballet Western Reserve, which is marking its 50th anniversary this year, has unearthed a piece of its own history and will put it back to use.
holiday depression
holiday depression When stress is at its peak, it’s hard to stop and regroup. Try to prevent
Ex-Canton area coach gets 15 years for videotaping boys taking showers
Associated Press CANTON A former high school basketball coach who pleaded guilty to videotaping
NIGHTLIFE
Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476 Thu: Karaoke with
Television’s best included ‘Girls,’ ‘Homeland’ and ‘Smash’ TV YEAR in REVIEW
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK What was TV like in 2012? As with every
Obama on right side in Michigan
Opinion: By Brian Gilmore McClatchy-Tribune President Obama is right to side with organized labor in
Winthrop basketball coach issues emotional plea
Moments after his team lost a basketball game, Winthrop coach Pat Kelsey spoke of a bigger loss.
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
NEw this week
NEw this week Cirque Du Soleil: Worlds Away (PG) A young couple are separated and must journey
Retiring Jim Petro leaves a record of exemplary public service
Editorial: By any measure, Ohio Board of Regents Chancellor Jim Petro has been an outstanding public servant. Petro’s 28 years in government have been marked by a record of honesty and hard work, and a commitment to doing good for the people of Ohio.
Exploited union workers vote with their feet
Opinion: By Glenn Garvin Miami Herald Labor unions and their political buddies have sworn that they will
25 films added to registry
Associated Press WASHINGTON “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” “Dirty Harry” and “A League of Their Own”
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “9 to 5: The Musical,SDRq New Castle Playhouse, 202 E. Long Ave., New Castle,
Youngstown businesses brightening Lives
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN The lights aren’t just twinkling on Market
Poland native remains free on bond
Robert Girts, twice convicted of killing his third wife, awaits a third trial
Utah State’s Andersen set to take Wisconsin job
Gary Andersen publicly pledged his allegiance to Utah State not long ago. Now he’s on the verge of becoming Wisconsin’s coach.
Fantasia to perform at Powers
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Fantasia Barrino, winner of season three of “American Idol” in 2004,
Army seeks death penalty in killings
Army seeks death penalty in killings seattle The U.S. Army said Wednesday it will seek the
Self-defense stores see rush on guns, armored backpacks
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY The reaction to the deadly Connecticut school shooting can be
Child abuse by the numbers
Opinion: Child abuse by the numbers Herald-Dispatch, Huntington, W. Va.: Combating child abuse is a tricky
Port authority votes to cover earlier glitch
Port authority votes to cover earlier glitch VIENNA Because of a notification glitch, the
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Miss USA wins Miss Universe title LAS VEGAS A 20-year-old beauty queen from Rhode
One by one, shattered Newtown buries its dead
Associated Press NEWTOWN, Conn. One by one by one by one, each with fresh heartbreak, hearses
Youngstown council postpones vote to close building unit
Commissioners will still vote today on plan
FCS title game stays in Frisco, Texas through 2015
The FCS championship game is staying in North Texas for at least three more seasons
Richardson doesn’t think Saban will follow him to Cleveland
Trent Richardson would be surprised if Nick Saban followed him from Alabama to the Cleveland Browns
Port cements ties with Mahoning River Corridor Initiative
Port cements ties with Mahoning River Corridor Initiative
Obama to send Congress gun proposals in January
Associated Press WASHINGTON Declaring the time for action overdue, President Barack Obama
4 State Dept. officials resign after Benghazi
Associated Press WASHINGTON Four State Department officials resigned under pressure Wednesday,
Police, 3 Valley school districts probe rumors of threats
Staff report Three local school districts and police investigated rumors of threats this week and
ENTERTAINING THOUGHTS || Party like it’s the end of the world
Depending on who you talk to, the ancient Mayan prophecy foretells that on Dec. 21, 2012, either the
Obama, Boehner clash as ‘fiscal cliff’ edge nears
Associated Press WASHINGTON Fiscal cliff talks at a partisan standoff, President Barack Obama
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Docket State v. Kitwan Dalton, sentenced to 18 months community control
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Dec. 20, the 355th day of 2012. There are 11 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
People with guns kill people
Opinion: People with guns kill people After every tragedy involv- ing an antisocial or mentally unstable
Armed burglar caught in the act with two guns
The man tried to hide one gun from police but forgot he was carrying another pistol.
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