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Despite warning, Valley still scurried for snow supplies
Traffic backed up on I-680 northbound near Market Street in Youngsotwn Wednesday afternoon. The Ohio State Highway Patrol reported 22 weather-related accidents fro 3 to ...
V24: Opera and rock 'n' roll provided the soundtrack of 2012
Lawrence Brownlee was in St. Petersburg, Russia, this week to sing at a Christmas-night concert with that city’s famed orchestra.
Stories published December 27, 2012
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Jamel Smith pleads innocent in murder of Mich. man
A suspect in the slaying of a Pontiac, Mich., man has pleaded innocent to charges of murder and illegal gun possession.
23 more felony counts filed against Brett McFarland in gun shop case
A McGuffey Road man charged in a Sept. 23 gun shop break-in has been indicted on 23 additional counts of grand theft, one for each gun he is accused of stealing.
Ret. Gen. H. Norman Schwarzkopf dead at 78
Retired Gen. H. Norman Schwarzkopf, who topped anillustrious military career by commanding the U.S.-led international coalition that drove Saddam Hussein’s forces out of Kuwait in 1991 but kept a low public profile in controversies over the second Gulf War against Iraq, died Thursday. He was 78.
Chief of staff: Bush getting excellent treatment
Chief of staff: Bush getting excellent treatment HOUSTON (AP) — George H.W. Bush’s chief of staff
Vegas police investigate discovery of girl’s body
NORTH LAS VEGAS, Nev. (AP) — Police investigating the disappearance of a 10-year-old Las Vegas girl last week are at the scene of the discovery of a child’s body in an undeveloped housing tract in North Las Vegas.
NY woman accused of scam in name of Conn. victim
NY woman accused of scam in name of Conn. victim HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A New York City woman
POLL: Americans expect 'fiscal cliff' fall, blame Boehner, Republicans
Americans are increasingly doubtful that Congress and the White House will reach a budget deal as the deadline to the “fiscal cliff” approaches, according a new poll, though more said they still think a compromise will eventually be formed out of the fight.
Michigan I-96 shooting suspect arraigned by video
Michigan I-96 shooting suspect arraigned by video HOWELL, Mich. (AP) — A man suspected in a
Beeghlys donate land, dwelling to Mill Creek MetroParks
Beeghlys donate land, dwelling to Mill Creek MetroParks
Anti-fracking rally is Friday on Youngstown's North Side
Anti-fracking rally is Friday on Youngstown's North Side
Vegas police seek information about missing girl
Vegas police seek information about missing girl LAS VEGAS (AP) — Las Vegas police are making a
Brasstown having possum drop, without live possum
Brasstown having possum drop, without live possum BRASSTOWN, N.C. (AP) — A New Year’s Eve possum
Official: Endangered whale beached in NYC is dead
Official: Endangered whale beached in NYC is dead NEW YORK (AP) — A wildlife official says an
Pa. man charged with homicide in 100 mph crash that killed teen
Pa. man charged with homicide in 100 mph crash that killed teen
Shuttered after Sandy, NYC hospital partly reopens
Shuttered after Sandy, NYC hospital partly reopens NEW YORK (AP) — A New York City hospital that
Autopsy: NY gunman shot self, not hit by police
Autopsy: NY gunman shot self, not hit by police State police say an autopsy shows the gunman who
Woman set on fire in LA as she sleeps on bench
Woman set on fire in LA as she sleeps on bench LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles police have arrested
Today's Youngstown City Council Park and Playground committee meeting canceled
Youngstown City Council Park and Playground Committee meeting canceled
Storm whips into Northeast bringing snow, rain
Storm whips into Northeast bringing snow, rain CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — A powerful winter storm blamed
No deal in sight as deadline to avoid fiscal cliff nears
No deal in sight as deadline to avoid fiscal cliff nears
Plane stuck in snow on tarmac at Pitt International causes delay
Plane stuck in snow on tarmac at Pitt International causes delay
Initial finding: No foul play ruled in death of Warren baby
No foul play ruled in death of Warren baby
Chamber announces contest winners
Chamber announces contest winners COLUMBIANA Columbiana Area Chamber of Commerce has announced
'Christmas During the Civil War' program at Arms Museum this weekend
The Arms Family Museum, 648 Wick Ave., presents “Longing for Home: Christmas During the Civil War” at 2 and 3:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday .
Youngstown Board of Control special meeting this morning
The city’s Board of Control will have a special meeting at 10:30 a.m. Thursday in the council caucus room on the sixth floor of city hall, 26 S. Phelps St.
Valley's biggest 2012 newsmakers include politicians, mother, singer
Though the Mahoning Valley didn’t experience the anticipated Maya apocalypse, there still were noteworthy stories and plenty of people making news in 2012. Here are the top 10 Newsmakers of the year as compiled by Vindicator editors and reporters.
Unbeaten Mahoning Valley teams thirsty for next challenges
Six area programs hope to end 2012 on a high note.
Retiring Judge Stuard says government policies changed nature of crime
Retiring judge says government policies changed the nature of crime
Man jailed in federal tax fraud, bills paper for using his ‘copyrighted’ name
Steven R. Hinz has billed The Vindicator $6 million for use of his ‘copyrighted’ name in a news story about his guilty plea.
Bench dedication for slain YSU student set for Jan. 5
The bench is on Youngstown State University campus
Steelers Roethlisberger doesn’t look like same guy
Steelers Roethlisberger doesn’t look like same guy
Valley churches to observe 150th anniversary of Emancipation Proclamation
Two Valley clergy groups will sponsor program marking 150th anniversary of historic document.
Warren YMCA closed due to high carbon monoxide levels
Among the 30 to 50 people evacuated were children apparently home for Christmas break.
Cavs secure first back-to-back wins
Tristan Thompson’s three-point play with 24.4 seconds remaining gave the Cleveland Cavaliers their first two-game winning streak of the season as the Cavaliers beat the Washington Wizards, 87-84, on Wednesday night.
METRO DIGEST || Ex-Nazi living in Sharon dies
Infant dead WARREN Police and the Trumbull County coroner are investigating the death of a 2
Warren woman stabs brother on Christmas Eve
Police said the two were arguing, which led the brother to smash everything in the kitchen and living room.
Despite warning, Valley still scurried for snow supplies
Traffic backed up on I-680 northbound near Market Street in Youngsotwn Wednesday afternoon. The Ohio State Highway Patrol reported 22 weather-related accidents fro 3 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in Mahoning and Trumbull counties.
Youngstown spots stay open for those braving the snowstorm
One downtown business said it never closes for weather-related problems.
Fees hurt fliers’ ability to compare fares
Associated Press WASHINGTON For many passengers, air travel is only about finding the cheapest
US home prices rose in October compared with year ago
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. home prices rose in most major cities in October compared with
Bush moved to ICU
Bush moved to ICU HOUSTON Former President George H.W. Bush has been admitted to the intensive-
Tackling substance abuse
Opinion: The Herald-Dispatch, Huntington: West Virginia admittedly has a long way to go toward getting a grip
oddly enough
oddly enough Sweden: Foreigner angered over gray Santa outfit STOCKHOLM Police in Sweden had
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 25.17 .13 Avalon
Eye-opener for gun business
Opinion: By JIM HIGHTOWER OtherWords Wall Street financial hucksters can be downright satanic in their
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
birthdays
birthdays Guitarist Scotty Moore (Elvis Presley’s band) is 81. Actor John Amos (“Men In Trees,”
‘Cliff’ looms: Kicking the can, Washington-style
Associated Press WASHINGTON When it comes to the nation’s budget challenges, congressional
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “9 to 5: The Musical,SDRq New Castle Playhouse, 202 E. Long Ave., New Castle,
“dancing with the stars: ALL-STARS” (9 P.M., ABC): They came, they saw, they did the
“dancing with the stars: ALL-STARS” (9 P.M., ABC): They came, they saw, they did the rumba. Now,
Wednesday around the NFL
Browns: The longest-tenured player in Cleveland will finally be playing in Hawaii. Browns kicker
Syrian minister leaves Beirut; top general joins opposition
Associated Press BEIRUT Syria’s wounded interior minister cut short his treatment at a Beirut
Starbucks cups in Washington come with political message
Associated Press NEW YORK Starbucks is using its coffee cups to jump into the political fray in
A cost savings plan for all
Opinion: WASHINGTON The cliff talks have disintegrated, victim of the Crazy Caucus also known as the
Building department hiring wrong move in Youngstown
Editorial: We were on the verge of giving Youngstown Mayor Charles Sammarone a round of applause for
Blocked punt helps CMU beat WKU
Detroit Free Press Detroit Ryan Radcliff was 19-for-29 for 253 yards and three touchdowns as
New Year’s Day | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses that will be open or
Brave men and women who dare in the face of danger
Opinion: As the year draws to a close, I want to pay tribute to a few brave men and women who have been
Know-it-alls are ruining the world
Opinion: Random thoughts on the passing scene: When I was growing up, an older member of the family used to
The Speedbumps take a turn for the orchestral
Here’s a pop quiz for you: What are a few hollow-bodied instruments?
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
NIGHTLIFE
Aces Wings, 1738 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-757-3835 Sat: High Noon, 9:30 p.m. Backyard
Large, powerful storm heads east
Associated Press A powerful winter storm system pounded the nation’s midsection Wednesday and
Sugar and milk trigger acne
Q. I have acne, and it seems that every time I eat anything with sugar, I break out. It also seems
WTG
Today Children Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s, 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., Public Library
New laws address gays, immigration, kids
Associated Press Measures on gay rights and child safety are among the top state laws taking
FIRST-RUN MOVIES
FIRST-RUN Cirque Du Soleil: Worlds Away (PG) ss A young couple are separated and must journey
Stores depending on shopping post-holiday to salvage season
Associated Press Bargain-hungry Americans will need to go on a post-Christmas spending binge to
Free workshops
Free workshops POLAND The Alzheimer’s Association Greater East Ohio Area Chapter is offering
Let’s take one last look before changing the calendar
At the end of each year, we like to look back and take stock of what transpired in the past 12
OSU’s Glenville pipeline delivers another recruit
By Tim May The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS After Marcelys Jones called Ohio State coach Urban
Opera and rock 'n' roll provided the soundtrack of 2012
Lawrence Brownlee was in St. Petersburg, Russia, this week to sing at a Christmas-night concert with that city’s famed orchestra.
Clark is more than a typical comedian
Comedian Eddie Clark has never been to Youngstown, but he knows plenty about its boxing history.
On New Year's eve, hang out with Michael Stanley
There’s something about New Year’s Eve shows and Michael Stanley that go together.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Patrick R. Stuhldreher, 24, of 4851 Westchester
The truth about cold and flu myths
By Nancy Churnin The Dallas Morning News Nobody wants the common cold as a guest, but the upper
Settlement reached in Toyota case
Settlement reached in Toyota case LOS ANGELES Toyota Motor Corp. said Wednesday it has reached a
newsmakers
newsmakers Peter Parker meets his death in comic PHILADELPHIA After 50 years of spinning webs
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