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Tuesday, December 31 (111 stories)
Barbara Bush hospitalized
Former first lady Barbara Bush has been hospitalized in Houston with a respiratory-related issue, her husband's office said Tuesday night.
2nd Lunch and Learn Friday on oil, gas drilling
The second installment of Lunch and Learn — offered by the Ohio State University Extension, Mahoning County — will focus on community issues related to oil and gas development.
Hospital won’t aid transfer of girl on ventilator
Hospital won’t aid transfer of girl on ventilator OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — A California hospital is
Chicago trader wins football handicapping contest
Chicago trader wins football handicapping contest LAS VEGAS (AP) — The newest champion of football
McIlroy, Wozniacki announce engagement
McIlroy, Wozniacki announce engagement KAPALUA, Hawaii (AP) — Rory McIlroy is claiming his first
Catholic groups ask court to halt health care law
Catholic groups ask court to halt health care law WASHINGTON (AP) — Catholic organizations made a
New Year’s in Times Square is endurance contest
New Year’s in Times Square is endurance contest NEW YORK (AP) — Crowds jammed New York’s Times
Safety questions after ND oil train derailment
Safety questions after ND oil train derailment CASSELTON, N.D. (AP) — A fiery oil train
NASA responds to Beyonce’s Challenger sample use
NASA responds to Beyonce’s Challenger sample use NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — NASA officials say the
George’s 21 points lead Pacers past Cavs, 91-76
George’s 21 points lead Pacers past Cavs, 91-76 INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Paul George scored 21 points,
Illinois holds off Indiana in overtime, 83-80
Illinois holds off Indiana in overtime, 83-80 CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) — Illinois sank five key free
Police, troops heavy in bomb-hit Russian city
Police, troops heavy in bomb-hit Russian city VOLGOGRAD, Russia (AP) — Eerily empty buses lumbered
Kevin Costner and band coming to Packard Music Hall
Kevin Costner and band coming to Packard Music Hall
Vitamin E may slow Alzheimer’s disease progression
Vitamin E may slow Alzheimer’s disease progression Researchers say vitamin E might slow the
US frees last 3 Uighur prisoners from Guantanamo
US frees last 3 Uighur prisoners from Guantanamo MIAMI (AP) — Three members of a persecuted ethnic
Pens fall to Devils, 2-1
Pens fall to Devils, 2-1 NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Adam Henrique scored 1:38 into the game and Michael
A beloved singer dragged into Lebanon’s divisions
A beloved singer dragged into Lebanon’s divisions BEIRUT (AP) — Through decades of conflict, there
Putin triumphs in 2013
Putin triumphs in 2013 MOSCOW (AP) — Displaying the killer instincts of a chess grandmaster,
UPDATE | Woman found beaten to death at West Side house
UPDATE | Woman found beaten to death at West Side house
S Sudan rebels take most of strategic city of Bor
S Sudan rebels take most of strategic city of Bor JUBA, South Sudan (AP) — Anti-government rebels
BREAKING NEWS | Youngstown police at scene of West Side homicide
Youngstown police at scene of West Side homicide
Small improvement for Schumacher after 2nd surgery
Small improvement for Schumacher after 2nd surgery GRENOBLE, France (AP) — Michael Schumacher
Boardman police arrest Youngstown woman on theft charge
Boardman police arrest Youngstown woman on theft charge
FrackFree Mahoning Valley remembers 2011 earthquake today
FrackFree Mahoning Valley remembers 2011 earthquake today
Remember: Permits required for exotic animals in Ohio in 2014
Permits required for exotic animals in Ohio in 2014
5 partygoers shot, 1 attacked in Brooklyn building
5 partygoers shot, 1 attacked in Brooklyn building
Kennsington Golf Club helps Toys For Tots
A Canfield golf course hosted a tailgate party to kick off a toy campaign.
REUNIONS
Chaney High School January and June Classes of 1946 will meet for breakfast at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at
Ohio minimum wage to rise on Jan. 1
A 10 cent increase will put Ohio’s minimum wage at $7.95 per hour. Tipped workers — those making more than $30 per month in tips — will see their minimum hourly wage rise five cents to $3.98.
Council members express optimism for making Warren a ‘greater city.’
Council members express optimism for making Warren a ‘greater city.’
School board OKs agreement
A resolution passed by the school board brings the district a step closer to having all employees under the same health-care plan.
Home invader gets four years in prison
The defendant, Keymonnie Harris, still has a bullet lodged in his scalp.
New laws in US run the gamut
Associated Press The new year is bringing a host of new laws taking effect in January or
newsmakers
newsmakers Michelle Obama adds support for Roberts LOS ANGELES Michelle Obama is leading an
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, Dec. 31, the 365th and final day of 2013. ASSOCIATED PRESS On this date in:
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Kailee Engel and Richard Mercer Jr., Columbiana, girl, Dec.
Fracking on ballot
Fracking on ballot COLUMBUS Backers of a proposed ban on hydraulic fracturing in Youngstown say
Residents evacuated near derailment
Residents evacuated near derailment CASSELTON, N.D. Authorities evacuated part of a North Dakota
Do your part to preserve good jobs at Valley’s private prison
Editorial: Now is the time for all good MEN and women of Greater Youngstown to come to the aid of their
Pending home sales leveled off in Nov.
Pending home sales leveled off in Nov. WASHINGTON The number of Americans who signed contracts
Associated Press drama writer Mark Kennedy has compiled his annual list of the best of Broadway.
Associated Press drama writer Mark Kennedy has compiled his annual list of the best of Broadway.
Ford: 2013 vehicle sales to top 2.4 million in North America
Associated Press DEARBORN, Mich. Ford says 2013 North American sales of cars and trucks bearing
Congress letting 55 tax breaks expire tonight
Associated Press WASHINGTON In an almost annual ritual, Congress is letting a package of 55
Top video games of 2013
By LOU KESTEN and DERRIK J. LANG AP Entertainment Writers The top 10 video games of 2013,
NEW YEAR’S What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
Home electricity consumption in US falling to 2001 levels
Associated Press NEW YORK The average amount of electricity consumed in U.S. homes has fallen to
Community yoga
Community yoga NEW CASTLE, PA. Jameson Health System is offering Intermediate and Gentle
President fails to impress as he abolishes capitalism
Opinion: President fails to impress as he abolishes capitalism I quote President Obama: “If you like your
The murder of Teddy Foltz, 14, was the top news story of 2013
Other top stories were the planned racino in Austintown and the continued popularity of the Chevrolet Cruze.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 23.79 —.06 Avalon
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Paul E. Weston III, 35, of 552 Miller St.,
Don’t give Iraq more US aid
Opinion: Toledo Blade: Nearly two years after the U.S. supposedly ended its military involvement in Iraq,
expiring tax breaks
expiring tax breaks Fifty-five temporary tax breaks are expiring at the end of the year. Among the
Russia bombings kill 31 in two days
Associated Press MOSCOW Two suicide bombings in as many days have killed 31 people and raised
Medicaid growth creates gap of 5M with no coverage
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. About 5 million people will be without health care next year
Life support extended for girl in California
Associated Press OAKLAND, Calif. The family of a girl who was declared brain dead after what was
New Struthers officials sworn in Monday
The swearing-in ceremony took place Monday evening in city council chambers.
Shooting victim ID’d
Shooting victim ID’d youngstown A man who was shot at a 736 Fairmont Ave. home on the North Side
Man accused of holding 3 hostages
Associated Press FRANKLIN, Ohio Police in southwestern Ohio say a man accused of holding three
Pa. pension-fund chairman to resign
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. The chairman of Pennsylvania’s $26.5 billion state employee
Capital murder trial delayed two months
Willie Wilks’ capital murder trial will begin March 17, with a March 14 jury orientation.
Defense seeks to suppress video confession in murder case
Associated Press NORRISTOWN, Pa. A suburban Philadelphia man accused of killing a baby and her
68-year-old marriage just works, and so do they
Lonnie and Leotha Arnold are thought to be among the oldest black couples in Mahoning County. Today is their anniversary.
birthdays
birthdays Actor Anthony Hopkins is 76. Actor Tim Considine (“My Three Sons”) is 73. Actress Sarah
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Uganda warns South Sudan rebel leader
Associated Press JUBA, South Sudan Uganda’s president Monday warned South Sudan’s rebel leader
Man admits killing two women, raping children
Associated Press CLEVELAND A sex offender accused of killing two women more than 15 years ago
Passengers file federal suit against Greyhound over crash
Associated Press DETROIT Three passengers aboard a Greyhound bus that rolled over and crashed in
2nd Democrat enters governor’s race
Associated Press CINCINNATI A longtime Cincinnati- area officeholder announced plans Monday to
$1M bond set in pizza driver’s death
Associated Press CAMBRIDGE, Ohio An eastern Ohio man accused of killing a pizza delivery driver
By LAURAN NEERGAARD
By LAURAN NEERGAARD AP Medical Writer WASHINGTON Sure your liver or kidney could save
Body clock may be to blame when tots fight sleep
Associated Press WASHINGTON “Just one more story, please?” “I need a glass of water.” “Mom, I
Many turmeric supplements fall short
Q. I heard somewhere that turmeric is an anti-inflammatory agent. I cannot find a reference for the
New date set for Niles-Harding boys game
New date set for Niles-Harding boys game NILES The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley has
Steelers humbled but optimistic after 8-8 finish
Several veterans likely won’t return because of cap issues
ED RUNYAN |THE VINDICATOR
ED RUNYAN |THE VINDICATOR New Warren City Council President Jim Graham took the oath of office
Federal officials announce test sites for drone aircraft
Six states were named Monday by federal officials to develop test sites for drones — a critical next step for the burgeoning industry that could one day produce thousands of unmanned aircraft for use by businesses, farmers and researchers.
Monday, December 30 (75 stories)
Officials urging evacuation near ND derailment
Officials urging evacuation near ND derailment CASSELTON, N.D. (AP) — Authorities are evacuating
Judge dismisses camp ranger’s reward claims in Dorner manhunt case
Judge dismisses camp ranger’s reward claims in Dorner manhunt case LOS ANGELES — A judge dismissed
Mass. fires 3rd worker in missing boy case
Mass. fires 3rd worker in missing boy case BOSTON (AP) — A third employee of Massachusetts’ social
911 caller describes fatal bank robbery in Phoenix
911 caller describes fatal bank robbery in Phoenix PHOENIX (AP) — A 911 caller who alerted
Life support extended for girl declared brain dead
Life support extended for girl declared brain dead OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — A California judge has
Salvation Army surpasses Red Kettle fundraising goal
Salvation Army surpasses Red Kettle fundraising goal
OSHP continues investigation into traffic death in Salem Township
OSHP continues investigation into traffic death in Salem Township
Youngstown woman charged with theft from Boardman supermarket
Youngstown woman charged with theft from Boardman supermarket
Campbell man sentenced to four years in prison in Boardman home invasion
Campbell man sentenced to four years in prison in Boardman home invasion
Man arrested for theft after mom accuses him of using her debit card
Man arrested for theft after mom accuses him of using her debit card
Police: Pickup truck left scene of wrong-way Pa. crash
Police: Pickup truck left scene of wrong-way Pa. crash
Police identify man killed by officers near Dayton
Police identify man killed by officers near Dayton
Church will offer grief share program
Church will offer grief share program YOUNGSTOWN Church Hill United Methodist Church, 189 Church
Browns fire Chudzinski after one season
Cleveland’s front office said the team regressed as the season wore on.
‘Praising God isn’t dependent on an address,’ church leader says following Mount Calvary fire
‘Praising God isn’t dependent on an address,’ church leader says following Mount Calvary fire
Suicide bombing kills 16 in railway station
Associated Press MOSCOW A suicide bomber struck a busy railway station in southern Russia on
Watch Night Services share celebratory nature
In the black community, the first Watch Night anticipated freedom.
Hirsch’s foul trouble dooms YSU women
Akron went on a 15-2 scoring run at the end of the first half to take a commanding lead.
Curry’s 29 helps Warriors top Cavs
Kyrie Irving scored 27 for Cleveland, which dropped its fifth straight.
Authorities arrest man in triple slaying
Associated Press DENVER A man suspected of killing three people and setting fire to a home in
Steelers beat Browns, miss playoffs
Pittsburgh was edged out of the postseason by San Diego’s overtime win.
Neal, Crosby power Penguins
James Neal scored three times and had two assists in the 5-3 win over Columbus.
Trade agreements have caused the loss of millions of jobs in US
Opinion: Back in 1992 while I was an officer in the USWA (United Steelworkers of America) at Wheatland Tube
A look at this year’s most impactful people
When you ask the future mayor of Youngstown how it feels to take on the position, his response is pure excitement, despite his long list of priorities.
Gun-magazine supplier expands in college town
Associated Press GRINNELL, IOWA An Iowa college known for liberal activism is welcoming an
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses James A. Bell Jr., 67, 4847 Grover Drive, Boardman,
Secret Service arrested robbery suspect in 2010
Associated Press PHOENIX A man suspected in a weeklong bank robbery spree that spanned from
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Hobbit,’ ‘Frozen’ lead box office to record year LOS ANGELES Over the bustling
Youngstown Police Chief Foley has set bar high for successor
Editorial: We doubt we’re the only ones disappointed that Youngstown Mayor-elect John A. McNally chose not to
Lawsuits, mergers and, yes, books in 2013 Literature love
By HILLEL ITALIE AP National Writer NEW YORK In 2013, everything and nothing happened in the
Families find care facilities in far-off nations for some Alzheimer’s patients
Associated Press CHIANG MAI, THAILAND Residents of this facility for people with Alzheimer’s
Prison shop meets demand for specialty license plates
Associated Press LEBANON Amid the rush and rattle of Ohio’s tag shop, inmates at Lebanon
Nativity features Trayvon Martin instead of Jesus
Associated Press CLAREMONT, CALIF. A Southern California church Nativity scene is featuring a
New law on puppy mills will take effect Wednesday
Associated Press COLUMBUS Regulations meant to crack down on puppy mills in Ohio will require
A long overdue thank you
Opinion: The Forum, Fargo, N.D.: It came as a surprise to many that the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe contributed
Years Ago
Today is Monday, Dec. 30, the 364th day of 2013. There is one day left in the year. ASSOCIATED
AKEEM D. FIELDS
AKEEM D. FIELDS ACCUSED OF ABSCONDED PROBATION/ PAROLE Height: 6’1” Weight: 210 Hair:
OSU seeks to restore area next to river
Associated Press COLUMBUS A makeover of the river that runs along the edge of Ohio State
NEW YEAR’S What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
High score: NY man holds record for largest video-game collection
Associated Press BUFFALO, N.Y. Maybe it was getting his first video game, Cosmic Avenger, for
League of Legends game buys YSU graduate’s Vulcun logo
Staff report youngstown A Vulcun logo designed by Youngstown State University student Zach
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH New Year’s jam: Pa. strawberry is busted during test drop HARRISBURG, Pa. An
Drill-team members win competition, accept resolution
Staff report columbus Emily Conroy of Canfield, a freshman electrical engineering major at
Live music on television this week includes:
Live music on television this week includes: v Lady Antebellum: Tuesday on “Late Show With David
Flu activity now widespread in Pa.
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Flu season appears to be in full swing in Pennsylvania, with
Report: 70 journalists died on the job in ’13
Report: 70 journalists died on the job in ’13 NEW YORK At least 70 journalists were killed on
Fatal car crash in Columbiana Co.
Fatal car crash in Columbiana Co. LISBON A Carrollton woman was killed in a single-car crash on
Report: NSA intercepts computer deliveries
Associated Press LONDON A German magazine lifted the lid on the operations of the National
Cleveland hospital taking suburban medical centers
Cleveland hospital taking suburban medical centers CLEVELAND Cleveland’s University Hospitals is
Motivated Ohio State arrives in Florida
The Buckeyes have to put their Michigan State loss behind them.
Legal pot sales start amid uncertainty
Associated Press DENVER A gleaming white Apple store of weed is how Andy Williams sees his new
EGCC is offering self-paced, online courses
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Eastern Gateway Community College, in its continuing attempts to make
YSU RESPIRATORY CARE Area therapist is 1st graduate of online master’s program
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Kelly L. Colwell of Boardman, who has worked more than 29 years as a
Lessons of 2013 were revealing
Opinion: WASHINGTON This report on the State of Conservatism comes at the end of an annus mirabilis for
Reporting prep results
Reporting prep results The Vindicator encourages coaches and statisticians to report prep results
Federal health market surpasses 1M signups
A December surge propelled health care sign-ups through the government’s rehabilitated website past the 1 million mark, the Obama administration said Sunday, reflecting new vigor for the problem-plagued federal insurance market.
Sunday, December 29 (79 stories)
Man shot on North Side
Man shot on North Side YOUNGSTOWN One man was shot at 736 Fairmont Avenue on the North Side at
Power outage affects 1,500 in Girard
Power outage affects 1,500 in Girard GIRARD Around 1,500 customers are out of power in Girard,
‘Praising God isn’t dependent on an address,’ church leader says in wake of fire
‘Praising God isn’t dependent on an address,’ church leader says in wake of fire YOUNGSTOWN
Ashley Ruozzo | Donald Dudley Jr.
YOUNGSTOWN St. Christine Church was the setting of the noon July 27 exchange of vows for Ashley
Brittany McCormick | Lorin Dickinson
CANFIELD Brittany Lynne McCormick and Lorin Donzel Dickinson IV were united in marriage during a
Jennifer Ortz | Christopher Wells
BOARDMAN Jennifer Ortz and Christopher Wells were united in marriage at 3 p.m. Nov. 16 at First
Miss Noble, Mr. Tousignant plan May rites
Together with their families, Lauren Noble and Tony Tousignant of Fishers, Ind., are announcing
Bradley-Peters nuptials set for May 17, 2014
AUGUSTA, GA. Drs. George C. Bradley and Tina Marshall-Bradley of Augusta, Ga., are announcing the
Miss Morell, Mr. Noling are engaged
STRUTHERS Jeffrey Noling Jr. and Monica Morell, both of Boardman, are engaged and planning a March
SENIOR CITIZENS
Lowellville Senior Citizens will have their monthly meeting at noon Friday at Lowellville City Hall
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
Rev., Mrs. Leone celebrate 50th year of marriage
BOARDMAN The Rev. and Mrs. James Leone of Boardman celebrated their 50th anniversary Dec. 23 with
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Warren Rotary donates coats
Warren Rotary donates coats WARREN Rotary Club of Warren played Santa Claus on Dec. 23 to three
McKinley's wife is biography topic
hMcKinley’s wife is biography topic KENT Carl Sferrazza Anthony’s newest book is the first full-
Howland's Nia Grant helps Penn State win NCAA volleyball crown
Being a Division I student- athlete requires more than just athletic talent and a good tutor.
Sales tax rates vary widely in NE Ohio
Northeast Ohio sales tax rates vary from 6.5 percent in Stark, Wayne and Lorain counties to 8 percent in Cuyahoga County.
Canfield girls slip past Boardman
Lynnae Whitehead’s layup with 30 seconds left helped the Cardinals clinch.
Fire heavily damages Mt. Calvary rotunda
Damage in Saturday morning’s blaze at Mount Calvary Pentecostal Church was estimated at about $100,000 to the structure and about $10,000 to its contents.
St. Casimir celebrates holiday homecoming
The former St. Casimir Church in Brier Hill echoed with Polish Christmas carols in a joyous holiday homecoming.
Steelers try to fan slim playoff hopes vs. Browns
Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin isn’t going to have the scoreboards blacked out at Heinz Field on Sunday to keep his players in the dark about its playoff fortunes.
Youngstown's history starts with a village
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN For many people, a discussion of downtown
SPORTS DIGEST || Texans considering Penn State’s O’Brien
Texans considering Penn State’s O’Brien HOUSTON The Houston Chronicle is reporting the Texans
Scott Miller: 75 years of service
At 96, Scott Miller still drives, just bought a pair of hedge clippers — which he fully intends to use, and earlier this month, was recognized for 75 years of service to the plumbers union, an honor attained by just 35 of more than 350,000 members of the plumbers and pipefitters union across the U.S., Canada and Australia.
RECORD REVIEWS
VARIOUS ARTISTS Album: “Songs For Slim: Rockin’ Here Tonight” (New West) Grade: A “Songs for
Activists: Syrian airstrike kills 21
Activists: Syrian airstrike kills 21 BEIRUT A Syrian government airstrike hit a crowded
Sunday letters: ‘Duck’ star did nothing wrong; Shale drilling boosts economy; Kasich and racino; Respect opposition
Opinion: ‘Duck Dynasty’ star did nothing wrong in venting biblical views There seems to be a big misun-
TEXAS At charity saloon, giving is in the mix
Associated Press HOUSTON It’s become a place where you can eat, drink and be merry — but also
Ask Mr. Know It All
Q. Were Tupperware containers ever sold in stores before the home party began? S.L.S., Roanoke,
Financial resolutions worth keeping
New Year’s resolutions typically involve losing weight, but Consumer Reports suggests another idea:
New Year’s Eve in the Mahoning Valley Family fun & fireworks
Staff report New Year’s Eve has become a night for family fun at the annual celebrations in
Money crisis
Associated Press WESTMINSTER, Calif. The end of unemployment checks for more than a million
2013 leaves questions unanswered
Opinion: In a continuing nod to the Mahoning Valley’s tradition of political corruption, another former
METRO DIGEST || Applications are being taken for apprenticeships
Applications are being taken for apprenticeships BOARDMAN The Western Pennsylvania Operating
Jennifer Lawrence edges Miley Cyrus
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES The battle for AP entertainer of the year
Commissioners strike a blow for responsible governance
Editorial: In rejecting a fact-finder’s report, the commissioners of Mahoning County, Anthony Traficanti, Carol
East Side native racks up daytime TV show Emmys
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com The first Emmy that John Filimon won is on display at his
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
Small Business The Youngstown Chapter of SCORE, a nonprofit that aids small businesses, elected
Cab driver hospitalized after being shot in leg on S. Side
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A cab driver with Independent Radio Taxi Inc. in Youngstown was shot in
68-year marriage just works, and so do they
The Arnolds are among the oldest black couples in Mahoning County.
A high perch on Wall Street
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords After President Barack Obama’s first-term Treasury secretary
Akron Children’s has matured into a crown jewel of the Valley
Editorial: Five years ago this month, Akron Children’s Hospital made a compassionate commitment to the Mahoning
newsmakers
newsmakers Rapper among two killed in Ala. shooting MONTGOMERY, Ala. Police in Alabama are
Birthdays
Birthdays Actress Mary Tyler Moore is 77. Actor Jon Voight is 75. Country singer Ed Bruce is 74.
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Springfield Township trustees, special meeting for closing of books and other
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES BASIC TRAINING GRADS Marine Corps: Pfc. Mitchell W. Cialella (Neshannock High
Party politics
Associated Press COLUMBUS Conservative restlessness within their own party poses challenges to
5 decapitated bodies found in Mexico
Associated Press MORELIA, Mexico Prosecutors found five decapitated bodies in western Mexico on
Drive begins for third ballot initiative to ban fracking in Youngstown
Associated Press COLUMBUS Backers of a proposed ban on hydraulic fracturing in Youngstown say
Militia marches toward capital in Sudan
Associated Press JUBA, South Sudan Twenty-five thousand young men who make up a tribal militia
Duke’s bowl challenge: stop Manziel
The Blue Devils are playing in back-to-back bowl games for the first time.
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Mark Morris v. Amanda Monigold et al, personal injury.
NEW YEAR’S What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
METRO DIGEST || Streets closed for First Night
Streets closed for First Night YOUNGSTOWN As a result of First Night Youngstown festivities from
World events put spotlight on Sochi, Brazil, Berlin, Sarajevo
By BETH J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor NEW YORK The Olympics, the World Cup and commemorations of
Rees leads Notre Dame in Pinstripe Bowl
On the slick turf at Yankee Stadium, the game turned into a field goal kicking contest.
Steelers try to fan slim playoff hopes vs. Browns
Pittsburgh needs to win and have three teams lose.
Saturday, December 28 (69 stories)
Cab driver shot in Youngstown
A cab driver with Independent Radio Taxi Inc. in Youngstown was shot in the leg inside the cab he was driving at about 9 p.m. Saturday at Philadelphia Avenue and Homestead Street on the city’s South Side.
St. Casimir Choir sings holiday homecoming at former church, now center
The former St. Casimir Church sanctuary echoed once again with the joyous sounds of the holiday season as the 20-member St. Casimir’s choir led a Polish and American Christmas sing-along.
Kids 'Putting Through Pages' at Warren library
Rachael Reeves listened intently to instructions from her father as she eyed the challenge of hitting a foam golf ball through a miniature Hogwarts.
McNally introduces Youngstown's new police chief, law director
Mayor Elect John A. McNally says his selection for police chief was cemented by two meetings with Robin Lees over the holidays.
In this Youngstown, everybody lived downtown
For many people, a discussion of downtown Youngstown’s past probably conjures images of a bustling retail hub where shopping, dining and entertainment were at a premium.
Fracking opponents collect signatures for ballot issues in Niles, Youngstown
Fracking opponents collect signatures for ballot issues in Niles, Youngstown Associated Press
Fire at Mt. Calvary moves Sun. service
Firefighters are investigating the cause of a fire that erupted this morning at Mount Calvary Pentecostal Church, 1812 Oak Hill Ave., but they suspect the blaze might be of electrical origin, said Fire Capt. Ralph DeMichael.
POLICE: Electronics boxes in trash attract thieves
Jeff Cole, officer in charge and public-information officer for the Warren Police Department, says it’s a wise practice to break down boxes before putting them out for trash pickup.
ODH urging flu vaccinations to prevent spread
Although Ohio is experiencing minimal influenza-like illness activity compared to what is being seen in other parts of the country, there are signs that influenza activity is on the rise in Ohio, according to the Ohio Department of Health.
Struthers home raided for drugs
City police, in conjunction with Mahoning County’s drug task force, raided a home at 2711 E. Midlothian Blvd.
Northside to honor Youngstown's 1st pediatric surgeon
Plaque to be placed in Northside Medical Center's surgical department
Unemployment up across the Valley in November
All three counties posted higher unemployment rates than November 2012, but Mahoning County fared the worst in year-over-year comparisons.
Death of toddler being watched by family friend ruled homicide
Autopsy finds damage to brain and head
DETECTIVE: Fees for license suspensions can cause 'vicioius cycle'
Was arrested late Christmas evening
Mack wants to stay centered in Cleveland
The Pro Bowl lineman is one of several Browns with uncertain futures.
Mahoning commissioners reject annex bid
Purchasing director expects to hire an auctioneer and sell the county’s vacant South Side Annex, 2801 Market St., to the highest bidder.
Liberty contract talks winding down
Township Administrator Pat Ungaro said he believes requests for raises are reasonable.
Campbell Police Department grows in size, occupancy of city hall
The city's police department took over vacant rooms in city hall, creating a training facility and a new office for its detective division.
Family main ingredient in new downtown restaurant
Christopher and Shauna Bonacci recently opened Christopher’s Downtown restaurant in the City Centre One building on Youngstown's Central Plaza East.
Mobile meth lab suspects indicted
The Mahoning County grand jury indicted a man and a woman on charges related to what Campbell police said was a mobile meth lab.
Penguins’ Elkins invited to Shrine game
Penguins’ Elkins invited to Shrine game YOUNGSTOWN Former Youngstown State center Chris Elkins
Residents without power growing frustrated
Associated Press EAST LANSING, MICH. Staring at a sixth day without power in a house as cold as
New Year’sEve, Day services at area churches
Here is a listing of services at area churches for New Year’s Eve, Tuesday, Dec. 31, and Wednesday,
METRO DIGEST || Boxes in trash attract thieves
Trash attracts thieves WARREN Jeff Cole, officer in charge and public-information officer for
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Pete George, 7:30 p.m. and 9 p.m.: Comedian known for his musical
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Ryan and Lisa Gray, Diamond, girl, Dec. 26. Shakera Jones,
1.3M to lose unemployment benefits
Associated Press WASHINGTON More than 1 million Americans are bracing for a harrowing, post-
Hollywood Struggling against new film meccas
Associated Press LOS ANGELES In the old days, filmmakers flocked to Hollywood for its abundant
METRO DIGEST || Neighbor charged with inducing panic
Numerous charges in Friday incident WARREN John R. Taylor, 53, of Atlantic Street Northeast is
A year after injury, Steelers’ Miller progressing
The standout tight end has been his usual solid self.
LOUISIANA Police: 4 dead after shootings, 3 hurt
Associated Press LOCKPORT, LA. A nurse embroiled in a custody fight with his ex-wife killed his
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Adam T. Dague, 24, of 12060 Green Chapel Road,
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS A&E reverses decision on ‘Duck’ patriarch LOS ANGELES “Duck Dynasty” patriarch Phil
2 dead, 1 injured in collision in NW Ohio
Associated Press GENOA, Ohio The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle crash
Nativity is a gift from God to man
Christ is born! Glorify Him! This is the Christian Orthodox salute in time of Christmas. Truly,
Bill aims to stop pet abuse
Opinion: COLUMBUS There was a deja-vu moment in the Ohio House a couple of weeks ago, as lawmakers, on a
Ohio drivers deserve protection
Opinion: Columbus Dispatch: Ohio has done a poor job of protecting residents and visitors from being preyed
Warren finalizes purchase of Gibson Building on East Market Street
There is a 15,000-square foot third in the Gibson Building, 258 East Market Street, that has never been used since the building was constructed in 1997.
Send newsletter to Religion desk
Send newsletter to Religion desk All churches, synagogues, mosques and ministries are invited to
For now, Narduzzi still coaching at MSU
The Ursuline High graduate has drawn interest as a head coaching candidate.
remembrance
remembrance Services planned Remembrance services to recognize those who died in 2013 are
Health care law, by the numbers
Associated Press WASHINGTON The government churns out tons of numbers, but here’s one you won’t
US students’ stagnant test scores merit concern — but not alarm
Editorial: Americans should not REACH FOR the panic button on news that U.S. students continue to stagnate in
Target: Customers’ encrypted PINs were stolen
Associated Press ATLANTA Target said Friday that debit-card PINs were among the financial
FirstEnergy rating gets an upgrade
FirstEnergy rating gets an upgrade AKRON Research analysts at Wells Fargo & Co. upgraded Akron-
AP music writers pick the best of 2013 Top songs of the year
By CHRIS TALBOTT and MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writers Associated Press music writers Chris Talbott
Man charged in pizza deliverer’s death
Associated Press NASHPORT, Ohio An Ohio man was charged Friday with murder in the slaying of a
PHONE SURVEILLANCE Federal judge: NSA collection is legal
Associated Press NEW YORK The heated debate over the National Security Agency’s bulk collection
Ohio’s 3 largest cities hope to land convention
Associated Press CINCINNATI Ohio’s three largest cities have hopes of landing a Democratic or
Police file yields a chilling portrait
Associated Press NEW HAVEN, CONN. Connecticut police released thousands of pages Friday from
Buckeyes crush Louisiana-Monroe
The schedule will get much tougher the rest of the season for Ohio State.
Ohio father charged after running over son with van
Associated Press PLAIN CITY, Ohio A father was jailed after he drove away without talking to
'Shop with a Fireman' provides for 7 families
This year, $4,700 in gift cards were handed out to Austintown families in need during the holiday season.
NEW YEAR’S
NEW YEAR’S What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
Howland man indicted on aggravated murder, aggravated robbery
Howland man indicted on aggravated murder, aggravated robbery
Friday, December 27 (114 stories)
No one injured in Columbiana fire tonight
The cause of a fire that caused heat damage to a home in Columbiana on Friday evening is still unknown, Columbiana Fire Chief Rick Garrity said.
Glenwood, Mahoning shut down tonight after crash downs wires
Youngstown police and fire departments and Ohio Edison closed down the the intersection of Glenwood and Mahoning avenues downtown tonight after a car went off of the road, over an embankment and hit a telephone pole.
Final report on Newtown paints grisly scene, killer long known to be deranged
Connecticut police released thousands of pages Friday from their investigation into the Newtown massacre, providing the most detailed and disturbing picture yet of the rampage and Adam Lanza's fascination with murder, while also depicting school employees' brave and clearheaded attempts to protect the children.
Pens’ Dupuis could miss rest of season with knee injury
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Pittsburgh Penguins coach Dan Bylsma says top-line forward Pascal Dupuis could
Gambler rewards man who returned $300K left in cab
Gambler rewards man who returned $300K left in cab
1.3M Americans losing unemployment benefits Saturday
1.3M Americans losing unemployment benefits Saturday
Mahoning commissioners make board appointments for 2014
Mahoning commissioners make board appointments for 2014
Ohio's 3 largest cities seek 2016 political conventions
Ohio's 3 largest cities seek 2016 political conventions
Victory Lutheran Church has food giveaway Saturday
Victory Lutheran Church has food giveaway Saturday
Boston Marathon bombing AP sports story of the year
Boston Marathon bombing AP sports story of the year
BREAKING NEWS | McNally appoints his police chief, law director
BREAKING NEWS | McNally appoint his police chief, law director
Man, woman charged with crimes after reported theft from Newton Falls church
Man, woman charged with crimes after theft from Newton Falls church
Ohio man charged in nephew's Christmas Day slaying
Ohio man charged in nephew's Christmas Day slaying
Commissioners reject very low bid on South Side Annex
Commissioners reject very low bid on South Side Annex YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County
Warren man with rifle charged with inducing panic
Warren man with rifle charged with inducing panic WARREN John R. Taylor, 53, of Atlantic Street
Unemployment up across the Valley in November
All three counties posted higher unemployment rates than November 2012, but Mahoning County fared
Man indicted in death of his Howland sister
Man indicted in death of his Howland sister WARREN A Trumbull County grand jury has indicted
Campbell woman was cited for obstructing official business
Campbell woman was cited for obstructing official business CAMPBELL A Campbell woman was cited
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS American Business Women’s Association, Mill Creek Chapter, will meet at 6 p.m. Jan.
Ordering for Smart Choice Food starts Jan. 4
New Hope United Methodist Church, 21 Fairview Ave., is accepting orders for Smart Choice Food with cash and money orders from 4 to 5 p.m. Jan. 4 or cash, money order, or Ohio Direction card from 11 a.m. to noon Jan. 13.
Women's fingers accidentally shot during struggle
Police are investigating the accidental discharge of a gun Thursday afternoon on the East Side that slightly injured two people.
Woman arrested by Poland police after chase through Ohio, Pa.
A low-speed pursuit initiated by Poland Township police that traveled through several jurisdictions in Ohio and Pennsylvania was safely stopped Wednesday night when New Middletown police deployed spike strips across the roadway at U.S. Route 224 and Struthers Road, deflated the car’s tires.
Friends mourn Mooney grad, Marietta sophomore killed in car crash
An icy road contributed to a crash that killed a 19-year-old woman and injured three members of her family.
DNA test identifies mother’s remains in '96 death
Patricia Rowe’s mother went missing in 1996. Her DNA matched a woman who was found dead later that year.
Tapes with grandmother's voice taken in Youngstown burglary
Robert Joshua likes Christmas so much that he began decorating the Ottawa Avenue home he owns in the Idora neighborhood of the South Side the day after Halloween.
Youngstown Diocese plans utility-assistance campaign
Last year’s ‘Keep the Kids Warm’ project served 4,948 people
Jimmy’s Italian eatery, store in Liberty begins expansion
Jimmy’s is adding more room for its business, which includes a grocery store, deli, bakery and dining area.
Parole board refuses parole Trumbull rapist and murderer
The Ohio Parole Board has refused to grant parole to rapist John Whisonant and murderer John L. Lysikowski II for at least three more years.
Warren man charged in threat on Austintown cop
Man arrested after fight and threats made to Austintown police
CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING
christmas tree recycling Where to go in Mahoning County Here are the places to recycle cut
Warren budget anticipates minor changes for 2014
Warren City Council approved a $26.5 million 2014 budget last week that anticipates no big changes in the cost to run any of its departments.
Kwanzaa explores unity
Asha Gordon dances to a song during Thursday’s Kwanzaa festivities at New Bethel Baptist Church in Youngstown.
How you can help keep kids warm in Mahoning Valley this winter
Donations to support “Keep the Kids Warm” can be sent to Catholic Charities, Keep the Kids Warm, P.
Boardman Community Briefs
ABWA to meet Jan. 14 The American Business Women’s Association, Mill Creek Chapter, will meet at 6
Free breakfast
Free breakfast Central Christian Church Disciples of Christ, 218 Meadowbrook Road, Hermitage, Pa.,
METRO DIGEST || Public invited to McNally swearing-in, reception at DeYor
Public is invited to McNally swearing-in YOUNGSTOWN John A. McNally will be sworn in as
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Divorces asked Michael R. Tiller, 13822 Beaver Springfield Road, New
Poll: Americans optimistic about ’14
Associated Press WASHINGTON Large number of Americans see 2013 as anything but a banner year and
Ohio woman shot to death on Christmas
Associated Press LOGAN, Ohio Authorities say a woman is dead after an attempted murder-suicide
Shell extends option on Pa. site for cracker plant
The so-called ethane cracking plant would convert ethane from bountiful Marcellus Shale natural gas liquids into more profitable chemicals such as ethylene, which are used to produce everything from plastics to tires to antifreeze.
Warren police investigate Tuesday and Wednesday aggravated burglaries
Warren police investigate Tuesday and Wednesday aggravated burglaries
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Dec. 27, the 361st day of 2013. There are four days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Calif. family wants to move brain-dead girl
Calif. family wants to move brain-dead girl Associated Press OAKLAND, Calif. The family of a
Postal-rate increase
Postal-rate increase WASHINGTON Mailing a letter is about to get a little more expensive.
Ohio Amish argue against guardian in chemo case
Associated Press COLUMBUS A court was wrong to appoint a guardian to make medical decisions for
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 23.76 —.14 Avalon
Utah holdouts now issuing gay-marriage licenses
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY The last of the Utah counties that were holding out on issuing
Reversal of ACA cancellations gets a variety of responses
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. A month after President Barack Obama announced people could keep
US sends missiles to Iraq forces
Associated Press BAGHDAD The U.S. has sent Hellfire air-to-ground missiles to Iraq’s air forces,
Attack on presidential palace thwarted
Associated Press BANGUI, Central African Republic Assailants armed with heavy weapons attempted
Not-guilty plea entered in rape, death of girl, 9
Associated Press WOOSTER An Ohio man pleaded not guilty Thursday in the rape and strangulation
McDonald’s shuts down worker website amid criticism
McDonald’s Corp. has shut down a website intended to provide employees with work and life guidance after it generated negative publicity for the fast-food company.
2013 brought surprises — good and bad — to viewers The BEST of TV
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK 2What a fine surprise was “The Returned,” a
Weekly jobless claims drop by 42K to 338K
Associated Press WASHINGTON The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits dropped
Taylor-Winfield’s flash-weld program
Taylor-Winfield’s flash-weld program YOUNGSTOWN Taylor-Winfield Technologies, 3200 Innovation
Anniversary at Christmastime reminder of the evil that exists
Editorial: Twenty-five years ago this month, 270 innocent travelers, many of them American college students
Pope stresses forgiveness
Opinion: By Gene Lyons Universal UClick Somewhere in the midst of an avalanche of sickening revelations
Online shopping grows, with some hiccups
Associated Press Americans waited until the last minute to buy holiday gifts, but retailers
The top-paid iPhone apps on the App Store for the one-week period that ended Monday:
The top-paid iPhone apps on the App Store for the one-week period that ended Monday: v “Cut the
Infliction of injustice by the courts
Opinion: WASHINGTON Federal Judge John Gleeson of the Eastern District of New York says documents called
Canfield United Methodist Preschool celebrates
Families and friends of Canfield United Methodist Preschool students were treated to the sweet sounds of the children’s voices during the school’s “The Many Shapes of Christmas” program Dec. 9.
2013 | Honorable mention
Other stories considered: In January, Youngstown boxer Kelly “The Ghost” Pavlik retired, citing
2013 | Top stories
The Vindicator’s Top 10 Sports stories of 2013: 1. Youngstown State football team again misses
SPORTS DIGEST || Falcons sign Canfield’s Baker
Falcons sign Canfield’s Baker ATLANTA The Atlanta Falcons have placed defensive tackle Corey
oddly enough
oddly enough 210 surfers dressed as Santa Claus gather in Florida COCOA BEACH, Fla. More than
Miss DeLuca and Mr. Porter plan nuptials
YOUNGSTOWN Mr. and Mrs. Anthony L. DeLuca, the parents of Elizabeth A. DeLuca, all of Youngstown,
Miss McDougal, Mr. Purfey plan Jan. wedding
The parents of Jessica McDougal of Warren and Stephen Purfey of Cortland are announcing the
Jan. wedding for Miss Muyskens, Mr. Simko
CANFIELD Mr. and Mrs. Edward Simko of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their son, Peter
Cardinal Mooney graduates receive white coats
Two 2011 Cardinal Mooney graduates received their pharmacy white coats at a ceremony at Ohio
Canfield Community Briefs
ABWA to meet Jan. 14 The American Business Women’s Association, Mill Creek Chapter, will meet at 6
SENIOR SALUTE - BAND EDITION
Name: Madeline Crish; Alexis Benedis Instrument: Flute and Majorette; Clarinet Q. When did you
Jones-Metzinger vows will be exchanged
Carl and Kathy Jones of Boardman and Tom and Vinetta Metzinger of Austintown are announcing the
ABWA to meet Jan. 14
ABWA to meet Jan. 14 The American Business Women’s Association, Mill Creek Chapter, will meet at 6
Girls prepare for high school basketball
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com Girls in the Boardman Local School District are
Dunkin’ Donuts makes donation to Akron Children’s Hospital
Dunkin’ Donuts made a $20,000 donation to Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley in conjunction
Mooney students share artwork with the world
Cardinal Mooney High School’s art teacher, Sean Butler, has teamed up with Artsonia
Poland students explore careers at MCCTC
More than 180 eighth grade-students from Poland Middle School spent the day exploring career opportunities with a hands-on tour of the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center, plus a panel discussion with area skilled tradespeople and presentations from other professionals.
Families have supper with Santa
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com It’s not every day children are able to have
CARDINAL CORNER
Now that winter has arrived with its full fury, make sure our youngsters are dressed appropriately
Drund donates devices to Austintown Fitch
Three mobile devices have been donated to Austintown Fitch High School from the developers of DRUND.
Austintown Lions and Lioness host Christmas party
On Dec. 16, the Austintown Lions and Lioness Clubs, spouses and friends hosted their annual
Families get to have supper with Santa
It’s not every day children are able to have supper with Santa.
Austintown Community Briefs
ABWA to meet Jan. 14 The American Business Women’s Association, Mill Creek Chapter, will meet at 6
Dunkin’ Donuts makes donation to Akron Children’s Hospital
Dunkin’ Donuts made a $20,000 donation to Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley in conjunction
Students have Thanksgiving feast
By NATALIE WRIGHT nscott@vindy.com PTO parent volunteers came together to provide students at
Swim team competes in Poland
Swim team competes in Poland On Dec. 21, Rachel Williams, Brianna Alicia, Lauren Grimm, Lake
Dunkin’ Donuts makes donation to Akron Children’s Hospital
Dunkin’ Donuts made a $20,000 donation to Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley in conjunction
Preschoolers celebrate Christmas at St. Luke’s
St. Luke’s Early Childhood Learning Center’s 3-year-old preschool class, led by Cindy Hritz and Shelia Dunlap, entertained family and friends during the school’s Christmas Program and Party Dec. 17.
Thursday, December 26 (104 stories)
Cavs fall to Hawks in 2OT
Cavs fall to Hawks in 2OT CLEVELAND (AP) — Jeff Teague scored a career-high 34 points, including a
Public invited to McNally swearing-in, reception at DeYor
John A. McNally will be sworn in as Youngstown’s 50th mayor at 11 a.m. Monday at the Ford Family Recital Hall in the DeYor Performing Arts Center on West Federal Street in downtown Youngstown.
Health care tactics split Republican Senate rivals
Health care tactics split Republican Senate rivals
Ohio father runs over, kills son who fell from van
Ohio father runs over, kills son who fell from van
Ohio inmate jailed on drug charges commits suicide
Ohio inmate jailed on drug charges commits suicide
Autopsy inconclusive in Pa. murder suspect's death
Autopsy inconclusive in Pa. murder suspect's death
Labor Department fines Ohio company more than $293K
Labor Department fines Ohio company more than $293K
Canfield teen killed early today in two-car crash
Canfield teen killed early today in two-car crash A Canfield teenager woman was killed in a two-
Shell extends option on Pa. site for cracker plant
Shell extends option on Pa. site for cracker plant
Ohio school helps create med program in Saudi Arabia
Ohio school helps create med program in Saudi Arabia
Niles church accepting orders for Smart Choice food
Niles church accepting orders for Smart Choice food
Man arrested after fight and threats made to Austintown police
Man arrested after fight and threats made to Austintown police Staff report AUSTINTOWN
Shell extends option on Pa. site for cracker plant
Shell extends option on Pa. site for cracker plant
Break in at elderly man’s home on Christmas
Break in at elderly man’s home on Christmas BOARDMAN Boardman police report someone broke into a
Warren police investigate Tuesday and Wednesday aggravated burglaries
Warren police investigate Tuesday and Wednesday aggravated burglaries Staff report WARREN
Man shot in leg on Christmas afternoon
Man shot in leg on Christmas afternoon YOUNGSTOWN Police say a man who was shot Christmas
Night at the Races is set
Night at the Races is set POLAND Poland Rotary is sponsoring its third annual Night at the Races
Men's Garden Club of Youngstown presents awards.
The Men's Garden Club of Youngstown presented awards at its annual Christmas dinner.
Support group allows for individual responses to grief
Good Hope Lutheran Church, 12030 Market St., announces Walking through Grief, Finding your Path.
Man's leg broken from car crash after gunshot
Police said a man was injured after a shooting in a car that caused the driver to wreck.
Man's house heavily damaged in Christmas fire
A Christmas evening fire heavily damaged a house at 583 W. Pershing St., the Salem Fire Department reported.
Victim uncooperative after North Side shooting
Police said a man who was shot in the leg walked into St. Elizabeth Health Center at 2:46 p.m. Wednesday.
Snowy owls flying high in Mahoning Valley
Ohio bird watchers can catch a glimpse of the rare white birds, especially if they go to Mosquito Lake in Trumbull County.
New specialty coffee cafe perks up downtown Youngstown
Friends Specialty features coffee, tea, chocolate, and yes, free wi-fi.
Campbell PD starts nightly foot patrols during holiday season
The foot patrols cover the city's half-mile long business district.
Eastern Gateway Community College adding truck driver training program
Eastern Gateway Community College is adding a truck driver training program
SPORTS DIGEST || Former Tribe analyst Hegan dies at 71
Former Tribe analyst Hegan dies at 71 CLEVELAND Mike Hegan, a former major league player who was
Struthers thrift store offers affordable, friendly alternative to big-box shopping
Robin's Junk Emporium, located at 178 S. Bridge St. in Struthers, is owned by Robin and Chuck Scott.
Comedian George rocking in the New Year
As far as performing goes, comedian Pete George is a New Year’s Eve veteran.
Music to our ears
Associated Press Music Writers Mesfin Fekadu and Chris Talbott pick their top 10 albums of the year.
Night Ranger continues to connect with its fans
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Meager beginnings is how most rock bands start out. For
DePaul finds harmony in Nashville
Less than a year after Jordan DePaul packed his bags and moved to Nashville, the 2008 Poland High School graduate is already making inroads in the Music City.
Health care sign-up ends: What’s next?
Associated Press CHICAGO The deadline has passed, and so too the surprise grace period, for
METRO DIGEST || Surviving grief
LaBrae district earns state award LEAVITTSBURG The LaBrae School District has received the
Valley Jews provide gift of Christmas time by volunteering
Jason Axelson, a volunteer with B’nai B’rith and Operation Snowflake, greets visitor Eric Ronan at St. Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown. Members of the Jewish service organization and others volunteered at the information desk and the gift shop on Christmas day to give Christian workers the day off.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY New complaints Bernard E. Carpenter v. Erica S. Orell et al, other
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Dec. 26, the 360th day of 2013. There are five days left in the year. The seven-
AROUND THE NBA | Wednesday’s other games
Bulls 95, Nets 78 NEW YORK Taj Gibson scored 20 points and Jimmy Butler added 15 to help
3 children die in mobile-home fire
3 children die in mobile-home fire HOUMA, La. A mobile-home fire in Louisiana killed three
newsmakers
newsmakers CBS wins ratings crown with ‘I Love Lucy’ LOS ANGELES Nearly six decades after it
UPS, FedEx glitches delay deliveries
Associated Press NEW YORK Santa’s sleigh didn’t make it in time for Christmas for some this year
Thousands left without power across United States and Canada
Associated Press LITCHFIELD, Maine Utility crews from Maine to Michigan and into Canada worked
NIGHTLIFE
Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476 Thu: Karaoke with
Pope offers wish for better world
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Pope Francis offered Christmas wishes Wednesday for a better
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 23.91 .13 Avalon
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman: POLAND Dec. 17
Ex-NBA player plans Vegas arena
Ex-NBA player plans Vegas arena LAS VEGAS A former National Basketball Association player wants
A muddle over data collection
Opinion: WASHINGTON In policymaking, as in life, there is an important difference between can and should.
Ship fracking waste by barge
Opinion: Marietta Times: Virtually no human activity occurs without some effect on the environment and some
Americans from all cultures can embrace Kwanzaa ideals
Editorial: Today, 47 years after its first observance in California, the weeklong African-American cultural
“The Millionaire Matchmaker” (9 p.m., Bravo): On “The Millionaire
“The Millionaire Matchmaker” (9 p.m., Bravo): On “The Millionaire Matchmaker,” Patti tries to make a
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK 47 Ronin (PG-13) sss After a treacherous warlord kills their master and banishes
2-year renovation starts for dome of US Capitol
Associated Press WASHINGTON A world-famous symbol of democracy is going under cover, as workers
oddly enough
oddly enough Las Vegas cabdriver finds $300,000 in back seat LAS VEGAS Las Vegas cabdriver
You call this resurrection of city?
Opinion: You call this resurrection of city? A couple times a month, I have occasion to travel to the
Obama: Honor Christmas by helping those in need
Associated Press HONOLULU President Barack Obama spent a quiet Christmas morning singing carols
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Mahoning County commissioners, 10 a.m., commissioners’ hearing room, basement,
Wood ashes safe to use on garden
Q. Can I use wood ashes from the fireplace on my vegetable garden? Jason from Liberty A. Yes.
What’s next for health care seekers? Six tips
The Christmas Eve deadline to enroll via HealthCare.gov for health care insurance has passed. Tips
End of era as lead smelter closes in Missouri town
Associated Press HERCULANEUM, Mo. From the day its founder arrived here, this Mississippi River
VALLEY GROW CALENDAR | Winter Nights
Winter Nights When: Sunday, 5 to 7 p.m. What: Stroll along a mile of paths and enjoy the winter
Prevent browning on evergreens with proper care this winter
Prevent browning on evergreens with proper care this winter
Wednesday, December 25 (68 stories)
Specialty coffeehouse to open Thursday on historic downtown corner
Mitch Lynch was one of the few people working downtown this Christmas Day, but for him, it wasn’t the same old grind.
LaBrae gets state auditor award
The LaBrae School District has received the Auditor of State Award for having received a clean audit recently.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
FRIDAY Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church, 53 Laird Ave., Youngstown, will not serve fish
On Christmas, pope urges help for Syria, refugees, battered women, kids
On Christmas, pope urges help for Syria, refugees, battered women, kids VATICAN CITY (AP) Pope
Bonners, family celebrate 56th year of marriage
CAMPBELL Mr. and Mrs. Lorice Bonner of Campbell marked their 56th wedding anniversary during a
Kolachi and koledy set at center
Kolachi and koledy set at center YOUNGSTOWN St. Casimir Society will sponsor a “kolachi and
Medusa Recording Institute plans open house
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Will Ferraro searched all across the country for the right place to
Rip's Cafe celebrates 80 years in Struthers
The neighborhood bar opened in 1933 at 114 Bridge St., then moved in 1958 to 614 Youngstown-Poland Road, where it remains today.
Firefighters receive awards for life-saving efforts
Multiple firefighters from the Western Reserve Joint Fire District received the awards.
Justice Department report praises, criticizes Warren Police on use of force
The U.S. Justice Department, in a review of the Warren Police Department’s use-of-force policies and procedures, is both complimentary and critical of the police department.
Competitive bids on Niles bridge project leaves money for additional work
A highly competitive bidding process by two Youngstown companies has resulted in a considerably lower price than estimated for the Olive Street bridge project in Niles.
Christmas Eve Service
Western Reserve United Methodist Church in Canfield, delivers a message about the birth of Jesus Christ
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Derrick J. Feliciano, 34, of 1692 Gladstone St.,
Man arraigned on pandering counts
Man arraigned on pandering counts CORTLAND Ian T. Weddell, 32, of Tami Court, was arraigned
Early Deals
Associated Press It’s beginning to look a lot like ... the day after Christmas? On the day
Teen ordered off life support
Teen ordered off life support OAKLAND, Calif. A judge on Tuesday ordered that a 13-year-old
The Best of The Best
The Best of The Best Drinks Columnist Brian Fry unwraps his top ten wines of 2013, including his
South Avenue crash leaves woman dead
A Christmas Eve crash led to the death of a woman police say was in her 40s.
Happier holiday hors d’oeuvres
Family Features Holiday entertaining is all about food, wine and quality time with family and
South Range stays perfect, whips Aurora
South Range stays perfect, whips Aurora AURORA Morgan Czopur scored 16 points and Sarah Durr
CHRISTMAS What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
Official: Ohio ‘clean energy’ plan a grass-roots idea
Associated Press COLUMBUS A mysterious clean-energy initiative headed toward Ohio’s 2014 ballot
Strive for healthier lifestyle
Family Features Sometimes even the smallest changes can offer big results to your overall well-
Survey: Businesses in Ohio optimistic about 2014
Associated Press TOLEDO Ohio businesses are optimistic about the economy in 2014. A survey of
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday West Branch school board, work session 6 p.m., regular meeting 7:30 p.m., media
Pope leads holiday Mass
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Pope Francis lauded Jesus’ humble beginning as a poor and
AIR FORCE Bid dispute may delay expansion of museum
Associated Press DAYTON A protest over the awarding of a construction bid may delay a long-
UN: Mass grave found in South Sudan
Associated Press NAIROBI, Kenya U.N. investigators discovered a mass grave in a rebel-held city
Court denies request to halt weddings
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that gay marriages can
What was big in 2013
By J.M. HIRSCH AP Food Editor It wasn’t Paula Deen’s career implosion. Nor the rise and fall of
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Melissa Ensor and William Zackasee, Youngstown, girl, Dec.
Ruling may be just the beginning in Ohio
Associated Press CINCINNATI A federal judge’s ruling ordering Ohio authorities to recognize gay
The Akron-Canton burger report
The Akron-Canton burger report The guys visit a Kent bar that’s all about burgers! Check out their
Boardman officer is cat’s meow to West Side volunteer group
Opinion: Boardman officer is cat’s meow to West Side volunteer group During the Christmas sea- son, people
Are tablet computers good for kids?
Associated Press NEW YORK Tablet computers are so easy to use that even a 3-year-old can master
Woman brings toys to Pa. kids who lost a parent to violence
By LEXI BELCULFINE Pittsburgh Post-Gazette PITTSBURGH For 5-year-olds Kyira and Rreeona, Santa
Snack cakes an excellent addition to dessert table
Family Features Between the sweet filling, individual size and nostalgia of this tasty treat,
Years Ago
Today is Wednesday, Dec. 25, the 359th day of 2013. There are six days left in the year. This is
Browns QB Campbell now stressing positives
Cleveland hopes to end a six-game losing streak in finale
Ohio man who served in WWII gets Congressional Gold Medal
Associated Press DAYTON A 91-year-old Ohio man has been recognized for his World War II service
Deadline puts health care site to the test
Associated Press CHICAGO The government’s retooled health care website was put to its biggest
Crashes block part of snowy I-90
Associated Press PAINESVILLE, Ohio A series of crashes involving up to 40 vehicles during snow
Campbell police investigating burglaries
In one burglary, a homeowners rented 55-inch TV and Christmas presents were stolen.
oddly enough
oddly enough Grinch steals Fla. family’s presents and puppy TAMPA, Fla. This Grinch was a
Christmas Carol for the Valley
Editorial: Charles Dickens’ classic “Christmas Carol” evokes a kaleidoscope of sentiments, many of which
Nativity as a way of life
Opinion: By KATHRYN JEAN LOPEZ Universal UClick Growing up as I did, in the shadow of the Statue of
The First Christmas
Editorial: And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the
Designer Furniture selling off inventory
Designer Furniture selling off inventory NILES Designer Furniture Warehouse is launching going-
The best of 2013
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer 111“12 Years a Slave”: Steve McQueen’s masterful adaptation of
Tuesday, December 24 (91 stories)
Court-appointed doctor says Calif. teen brain dead
Court-appointed doctor says Calif. teen brain dead
Pa. man threatens to tattoo swastika on woman's forehead
Pa. man threatens to tattoo swastika on woman's forehead
NEO gas prices up more than 11 cents for the holiday trips
NEO gas prices up 11 cents for the holiday trips
Man found in driveway, juvenile shot in foot
Man found in driveway, juvenile shot in foot Two wounded in separate shootings youngstown
Pa. man charged with homicide found dead in prison cell
Pa. man charged with homicide found dead in prison cell
Trial date set for Ohio ex-school worker in Steubenville rape case
Trial date set for Ohio ex-school worker in rape case
Health care website put to the test as deadline nears
Health care website put to the test as deadline nears
YSU Foundation receives $131,000 endowment
YSU Foundation receives $131,000 endowment Staff report James Herr, a 1974 Youngstown State
Missing 87-year-old Ohio woman found dead near pond
Missing 87-year-old Ohio woman found dead near pond
LaBrae School District gets kudos from Auditor of State
LaBrae School District gets kudos from Auditor of State
Hollywood unwraps new movies for Christmas
Hollywood unwraps new movies for Christmas Staff report Christmas Day always brings a slew of
Campbell police investigate two burglaries
Campbell police investigate two burglaries CAMPBELL City residents reported two robberies to
Youngstown Christmas Eve marred by shooting
Youngstown Christmas Eve marred by shooting YOUNGSTOWN A man is in the hospital after being shot
REUNIONS
Woodrow Wilson High School Class of 1966 will meet at 9 a.m. Saturday at Perkins in Canfield.
Julia's B&B plans wine-taste series
Julia’s B&B plans wine-taste series HUBBARD Julia’s Bed and Breakfast, 6219 W Liberty St., will
D&E Counseling plans training for clergy and police
D&E Counseling plans training for clergy and police YOUNGSTOWN A training for clergy and police
Gospel pianist at West Austintown United Methodist
Gospel pianist at West Austintown United Methodist AUSTINTOWN Timothy Noble, a Gospel pianist,
Lessons and carols planned Sunday at St. John
Lessons and carols planned Sunday at St. John YOUNGSTOWN The Historic Lutheran Church of St.
BibleWalk plans Christmas open house
BibleWalk plans Christmas open house MANSFIELD BibleWalk, a wax museum featuring religious-
Cortland man charged with pandering obscenity involving a minor
Cortland man charged with pandering obscenity involving a minor CORTLAND Ian T. Weddell, 32, of
Warren police investigate weekend shootings, robberies, assaults, rape
Warren police investigate weekend shootings, robberies, assaults, rape
Online shopping and packages keep postal service busy
Online shopping and packages keep postal service busy
Mahoning River crests
The National Weather Service in Cleveland expects the Mahoning River level to keep going down.
Shooting victim has warrants,drugs found in clothes
Victim told police he was shot trying to return a bag
Thousands of Ohioans will be without extended unemployment benefits
Congress first passed the federally funded Emergency Unemployment Compensation program in 2008 as a temporary measure to aid unemployed workers who had exhausted their “regular” state benefits before finding a job.
Browns’ Chudzinski: ‘I knew what I signed up for’
Frustrating season taking its toll on first-year head coach
Former school worker pleads guilty
Former school worker pleads guilty WARREN Honeya D. Price, 42, of Perkinswood Boulevard
Vegas casinos draw tourists with elaborate holiday events
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Las Vegas has mostly shelved its attempt to rebrand itself as a
Headphones, speakers top many gift lists
Associated Press ATLANTA Listen up, Santa. Headphones, speakers and other audio gear are
Live music performances on television this week include:
Live music performances on television this week include: v Jake Owens: Tonight on “Jimmy Kimmel
Lake Erie gets the attention it deserves from legislators
Editorial: There is a growing recogni- tion that the Great Lakes are a unique and invaluable asset to the
Selected local stocks
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Obama enrolls for health coverage but won’t use it
Associated Press HONOLULU He won’t use it, and he didn’t actually sign up for it himself, but
Liturgical dance to highlight Christmas Eve service
The presentation will be at 7 p.m. today at Disciples Christian Church in Boardman.
Bank gets 5 stars
Bank gets 5 stars MINERVA Consumers National Bank announced last week that it has received a
Anthem-Akron Children’s reach agreement
Deal shortly before New Year’s deadline means those with Anthem insurance will retain coverage at Akron Children’s facilities
Culture of death persists despite the miraculous birth
Opinion: During the Christmas season when many celebrate a unique and miraculous birth, what the late Pope
Salem HOSPITAL | New patient tower
Salem HOSPITAL | New patient tower Ground was broken in July 2010, and construction is nearing
Live music performances on television this week include:
Live music performances on television this week include: v Jake Owens: Tonight on “Jimmy Kimmel
Yes, Virginia
Editorial: EDITOR’S NOTE: The following editorial, among the most famous ever written, appeared in The New York
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, Dec. 24, the 358th day of 2013. There are seven days left in the year. This is
oddly enough
oddly enough Bronze bust of JFK stolen from Arizona park TUCSON, Ariz. Someone has stolen a
Jos. A. Bank rejects Men’s Wearhouse offer
Associated Press NEW YORK Jos. A. Bank rejected a takeover offer from competitor Men’s
Holiday sales down for 3rd week
Associated Press NEW YORK After a strong start to the holiday shopping season, sales at stores
Studio delays ‘Fast & Furious’ release
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK Universal Pictures has delayed the release of “Fast &
Ohio gay marriage ban rejected in narrow ruling
Associated Press CINCINNATI A federal judge Monday ordered Ohio authorities to recognize gay
3,000 foreigners still trapped in South Sudan
Associated Press NAIROBI, Kenya British, Canadian and Kenyan citizens are among 3,000 foreigners
Insurance buyers get one more day
Associated Press CHICAGO Anticipating heavy traffic on the government’s health care website, the
Liberty takes bids
The old apartment building foundations will be filled and seeded with grass, said Township Administrator Pat Ungaro.
Gay couples rush to marry in Utah amid legal wrangling
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY A federal judge on Monday allowed gay marriage to continue in
Rifle designer Kalashnikov dies
Associated Press MOSCOW Mikhail Kalashnikov started out wanting to make farm equipment, but the
Apollo 8 astronaut marks anniversary of broadcast to Earth
Associated Press CHICAGO Standing by a part of the Apollo 8 spacecraft he once rode, retired
Campbell police seek robbery suspect
The gunman robbed a man outside the Family Dollar on Robinson Road
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Cassie Wilson and Jonathan Stockman, Boardman, boy, Dec. 21.
“We are pleased that we were able to reach an agreement with Anthem so we could remain
“We are pleased that we were able to reach an agreement with Anthem so we could remain accessible to
Bah humbug: Heart woes often spike this time of year, studies find
Associated Press CHICAGO ’Tis the season — for heart attacks? Not to dampen any spirits, but
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jonathan D. Randolph, 41, of 8925 W. Calla Road,
Strong explosion kills 14 in Egypt
Strong explosion kills 14 in Egypt CAIRO A powerful explosion believed to be caused by a car
good morning
good morning MUSICAL EVENT Midway Mennonite Church, 13376 Columbiana-Canfield Road (state Route
CHRISTMAS What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
US consumer spending rose 0.5% in November
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans increased their spending in November by the most in five
Guardian award
Guardian award BOARDMAN The Surgical Hospital at Southwoods, 7630 Southern Blvd,, a physician-
Salem Community Hospital changing its name
The facility now will be called Salem Regional Medical Center.
Denver LB out for season with torn ACL
Denver LB out for season with torn ACL ENGLEWOOD, Colo. The Denver Broncos began the season
Onions and garlic ease coughs and sniffles
Q. You may be interested in my family’s cold remedy. My mom always used to saute chopped garlic in
The $42.5 million project scheduled to open in early February
The $42.5 million project scheduled to open in early February
Monday, December 23 (70 stories)
OSHP investigates tractor-trailer accident in Austintown
OSHP investigates tractor-trailer accident in Austintown
2nd opinion ordered for Calif. teen declared brain dead
2nd opinion ordered for Calif. teen declared brain dead
Pa. court told about plan to fix Harrisburg, Pa., finances
Pa. court told about plan to fix Harrisburg, Pa., finances
Brookfield trustees change time of Tuesday meeting
Brookfield trustees change time of Tuesday meeting
Man charged in theft of items at Giant Eagle
Man charged in theft of items at Giant Eagle BOARDMAN Boardman police arrested a 43-year-old
Robbery suspect spotted by officer on way home
BB gun found near suspect Suspect in robbery caught youngstown A police officer on his way
Shooting victim has warrants,drugs found in clothes
Victim told police he was shot trying to return a bag Shooting victim faces charges
Campbell police seek robbery suspect
Campbell police seek robbery suspect CAMPBELL City police are searching for the man who robbed a
Warren police investigate weekend shootings, other robberies, assaults, rape
Warren police investigate weekend shootings, other robberies, assaults, rape WARREN
River flooding affects Trumbull metroparks
River flooding affects Trumbull metroparks WARREN Thomas A Swift MetroPark in Braceville
Bethel Lutheran plans lessons and carols service
Bethel Lutheran plans lessons and carols service BOARDMAN Bethel Lutheran Church, 425 Crestview
Midway Mennonite Church plans musical service
Midway Mennonite Church plans musical service COLUMBIANA Midway Mennonite Church, 13376
Judge says no acquittal or new trial for Ferrara
Judge says no acquittal or new trial for Ferrara YOUNGSTOWN Judge R. Scott Krichbaum this
Deanna Gerberry | Andrew Kies
AUSTINTOWN Deanna Gerberry and Andrew Kies exchanged vows July 5 at Tabernacle Evangelical
Bridget Nock | Aaron Boysen
SEATTLE, WASH. Bridget Lynn Nock and Aaron Alexander Boysen were married Sept. 14 at Queen Anne
Sherry Campana | Jeremy Hernandez
CANFIELD Sherry L. Campana and Jeremy A. Hernandez exchanged vows June 29 at St. Michael Church.
Emilie Ridge | Micah Delo
PITTSBURGH First Presbyterian Church of Pittsburgh was the setting of the Sept. 7 exchange of vows
Maria Morocco | Vincent Cerni
YOUNGSTOWN Maria Annette Morocco of Youngstown and Vincent Anthony Cerni of Canfield exchanged
WORTH A LOOK
FUNDRAISERS Sons of Italy Youngstown Lodge 858 is selling gift baskets filled with wine and unique
Anthem and Akron Children’s Hospital reach deal on reimbursement rates
Anthem and Akron Children’s Hospital reach deal on reimbursement rates youngstown Anthem has
CREDIT cards Weak US security made Target a big target
The U.S. is the juiciest target for hackers hunting credit-card information. And experts say incidents such as the recent data theft at Target’s stores will get worse before they get better.
Nativity figures set in new manger at St. Joseph the Provider Church
About 25 Christmas trees and 40 red and white poinsettia plants decorate the santcutary.
Steelers keep playoff hopes alive
Pittsburgh needs to beat Cleveland, then have the Dolphins, Ravens and Chargers all lose.
Candlestick Park farewell draws mixed emotions
The storied stadium will host its final home game tonight.
Browns can’t hold lead in loss to Jets
Cleveland fell to 4-11 heading into the regular season finale.
Howland Board of Education proposes elimination of one elementary school
Howland Board of Education proposes elimination of one elementary school
Weathersfield schools satisfy state for Average Yearly Progress Groupings
Weathersfield schools satisfy state for Average Yearly Progress Groupings
Valley under flood threat as river rises
Staff report The National Weather Service in Cleveland reported that a flood warning along the
Christmas miracle and support brighten woman's holidays
Christmas miracle and support brighten woman's holidays
Woman’s body found in Girard
Woman’s body found in Girard GIRARD About 8:30 a.m. Sunday, members of the U.S. Marshals Task
Area teams motor through robotics event
Area teams motor through robotics event AUSTINTOWN Austintown Schools’ Biohazard won the
‘Mandela’ humanizes an icon
REVIEW ‘MANDELA: LONG WALK TO FREEDOM’ Grade: B Cast: Idris Elba, Naomie Harris Running
YSU 2013 FALL GRADS
About 620 students received diplomas during fall commencement, which was Dec. 15. Because the list
Why the double whammy?
Opinion: Why the double whammy? Any responsible newspaper must publish the work of writers with different
Tiffany ordered to pay $449M to Swatch
Tiffany ordered to pay $449M to Swatch BERLIN Tiffany & Co. was ordered to pay Swatch Group AG
Top 10 TV characters’ deaths in 2013 Till TV death do they part
By Verne Gay Newsday Death, be not proud. Or, on second thought, be proud. Be what- ever you
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
Israeli-Palestinian peace talks may keep going after deadline
Editorial: When the latest round of Mid- east negotiations began four months ago, we used the word “hope” a
Health-plan sticker shock ahead for some buyers
Associated Press CHICAGO As a key enrollment deadline hits today, many people without health
Homeowners dazzle the Valley with Tour of Lights
There are a total of nine home on the "Tour of Lights" list for Valley residents to enjoy.
Friends’ request helped Harmon emerge
The Canfield High graduate was talked into going out for football his senior year. It paid off.
‘Be Merry and Bright’ seems to be the greeting this year
Opinion: Our holiday cards are going out late this year, mainly because my wife and I have been super-busy.
Police, firefighters take kids on Christmas shopping spree
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com BOARDMAN Danielle Bable took her time selecting Christmas gifts
Holiday travel may hit record levels
AAA expects 94.5 million people to travel during the longer holiday season this year.
Start of winter brings snow, ice and ... record warmth?
Associated Press CONCORD, N.H. The first full day of winter brought a wild mix of weather across
Pseudoephedrine sales probed in West Virginia
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. Sales of pseudoephedrine at Rite Aid’s stores in West
CHRISTMAS
CHRISTMAS What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
Slain Ohio child eulogized as ‘a special girl’
Associated Press SMITHVILLE, Ohio A 9-year-old purportedly raped and strangled by a neighbor in
Ohio Students train for civilian drone jobs
Associated Press CINCINNATI Some Ohio schools are preparing students for a boom in the drone
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH NC court says trooper should not be fired over hat RALEIGH, N.C. An appeals
Check out some of the season’s weirdest, wackiest tech gifts
By BREE FOWLER AP Technology Writer NEW YORK It’s tough to shop for techies. They already own
Apple to bring iPhone to China Mobile
Associated Press NEW YORK Apple says it has reached a deal to bring the iPhone to China Mobile,
A glittering star on a blue background shines over an angel, who keeps watch over the manger scene
A glittering star on a blue background shines over an angel, who keeps watch over the manger scene
Ex-tycoon plans to devote life to freeing political prisoners
Associated Press BERLIN Mikhail Khodorkovsky, the Russian oligarch who crossed President
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Justin M. Miller, 25, of 419 Hazel St., Girard and
2013 tour of lights Area displays
Austintown “Austintown Christmas”: 3810 Dunbar St., 96.9 FM Boardman “Boardman Park Holiday
SWIMMING
SWIMMING LATE SATURDAY CANTON CHRISTMAS MEET At C.T. Branin Natatorium (Area athletes in top
Paulette Estok Jamrozik places a red bow on top of one of 25 trees that decorate the sanctuary for
Paulette Estok Jamrozik places a red bow on top of one of 25 trees that decorate the sanctuary for
Lakeview’s Pavlik nears career record
Fresh off a 56-point game, the senior needs 37 points to tie Ali Gagne for the school’s career mark.
AP poll: ‘Obamacare’ saga is top story of ’13
Associated Press NEW YORK The glitch-plagued rollout of President Barack Obama’s health care
US IMMIGration courts Nearly half of judges eligible to retire
Associated Press MIAMI The nation’s already backlogged immigration courts might soon be thrown
Reporting prep results
Reporting prep results The Vindicator encourages coaches and statisticians to report prep results
Pa.’s crafty coyotes expanding their range
Associated Press From their perch 100 yards away, the coyotes seem to stare at Jim Cowell as they
Sunday, December 22 (80 stories)
Woman’s body found
Woman’s body found GIRARD At about 8:30 this morning, members of the U.S. Marshal Task Force
Cancer survivor celebrates Christmas miracle
Cancer survivor celebrates Christmas miracle COLUMBIANA Roberta Blankenship is happy to have her
Carrie Klimko, Jonathan Cole plan 2014 rites
HUBBARD John and Kathy Klimko of Hubbard are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Carrie
Arica Angelo, Tyler Hardgrove to wed in June
Together with their parents, Arica Angelo and Tyler Hardgrove, both of Poland, are announcing their
Nguyen-Pieron engagement announced
LAKE MILTON James and Patricia Pieron of Lake Milton are announcing the engagement of their son,
Miss Torres, Mr. Schertzer to marry in May
AUSTINTOWN David A. and Doris I. Schertzer of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their
Miss Borosky, Mr. Wilkinson are engaged
BOARDMAN Marissa Borosky and Brian Wilkinson, both of Boardman, are announcing their engagement.
Dinners honor Vrabels for their 50th anniversary
HUBBARD The Rev. and Mrs. John Vrabel Sr. were honored with a 50th anniversary dinner hosted by
HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY | Dorothy L. Booker
HONOREE Residence: Youngstown. Date of birth: Dec. 17, 1923, in Sylvania, Ga. FAMILY Parents:
Reception marks 50th milestone for Arnsbergers
AUSTINTOWN A reception took place Nov. 30 at A La Cart Catering in Canfield honoring Jerry and
Shoes will go to needy families
Shoes will go to needy families Physicians and staff with Ankle & Foot Care Centers are teaming up
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Penn State wins NCAA volleyball championship
Howland High graduate Nia Grant is a junior outside hitter for the Nittany Lions.
Wife nominated her husband as Ballsiest Man of the Year
Wife nominated her husband as Ballsiest Man of the Year
Santa and giving highlight Christmas for the Children program
Santa and giving highlight Christmas for the Children program
49ers set to say goodbye to Candlestick
The San Francisco 49ers (10-4) are riding a four-game winning streak and surging down the stretch with a playoff berth practically in hand.
Volosin, Tomsanyi lead Boardman girls past Howland
After watching second-half leads dissipate too many times this season, the Boardman High girls basketball team finally found a way to secure one in the end.
Struthers hosts annual Christmas party Saturday evening
The party acts as a kickoff for Sunday's Shop with a Cop event.
Penguins win again despite missing Malkin, others
Sidney Crosby scored his 20th goal of the season Saturday, helping the Penguins win their season-high seventh straight game, 4-3 over the Calgary Flames.
Hot-shooting St. John’s tops YSU
D’Angelo Harrison wasted precious little time entering his name into the St. John’s University record books.
Super rematch set for Lambeau’s frozen tundra
Tradition-rich franchises. Big-name quarterbacks. Super Bowl rematch.
Browns, Jets search for positive finish
The New York Jets’ playoff hopes ended with many of the players and coaches sitting at home and watching TV.
Former schools open for business
The former South Range school buildings have new lives as business incubators.
Harding stops Boardman
Warren Harding boys basketball coach Andy Vlajkovich isn’t just interested in winning, he also wants the Raiders to play up to his high standards while doing it.
Homeless experiment finds holiday spirit alive and well in Valley
By GUY D’ASTOLFO and EMMALEE C. TORISK news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Suppose a bedraggled homeless
Local pipeline finding opposition in Kentucky
Bluegrass Pipeline will travel through Mahoning and Columbiana counties, but is having trouble getting land in Bluegrass state.
MILESTONES
MILESTONES DOCTORS Graduates from Yale Joel Stanley Beckett has graduated from Yale School of
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Tonia Gerber v. Brent Rupert et al, money. Jeff Jacobsen
Ask Mr. Know It All
Q. The movie “The Full Monty” and the Broadway show of the same name were fantastic entertainment.
Learn iPad basics
Learn iPad basics YOUNGSTOWN The Jewish Community Center of Youngstown, 505 Gypsy Lane, will
Reader: Turnpike fix is easy, if they cared
Opinion: When you are in communications, you develop a skill for explaining your side of the story. I wrote
Melillo's Tavern approaches 100 years in business
Owners Tiffany and Ralph DelSignore purchased Melillo's Tavern almost four years ago, with the intention of preserving the history of one of Lowellville's few remaining neighborhood bars.
Hospital: Teen shot at Colorado school dies
Associated Press LITTLETON, COLO. A suburban Denver high-school student who was shot in the head
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Miracle on Easy Street,” 2:30 p.m.: Last chance to see Easy Street
Tap House to have grand opening
Tap House to have grand opening YOUNGSTOWN Rust Belt Brewing Co. Tap House will have its grand
Youngstown Vapes tries to offer alternative to smoking
Those seeking a nicotine fix without cigarettes have a new option with Austintown business
Walker, Flagg lead YSU women past Vermont
Latisha Walker had 20 points and 13 rebounds, and Karen Flagg had 12 points and 11 rebounds as two of four Penguins in double figures.
Home-school advocates wrong in undermining ‘Teddy’s Law’
Editorial: State Sen. Capri S. Cafaro walked into a buzz saw last week when she proposed what she obviously
Christmas gift like no other
Opinion: Constitutional Law was a required course for all second year law students at John Marshall College
Would you buy your car again?
Lots of people love their cars. But as Consumer Reports has consistently seen in its yearly owner
Holiday season offers views of unique cultural heritage
Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. No matter when you visit New Mexico, the state’s cultural mix
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Fats Domino is named ‘honorary grand marshal’ NEW ORLEANS The music of rock ’n’
Racino needs a gimmick
Opinion: The state of Ohio hasn’t yet hit the jackpot with its foray into casino gambling, which does not
Demand increases after airings of ‘Sound of Music’
By LISA RATHKE Associated Press STOWE, Vt. In the weeks since NBC aired a revival of “The
Restore college financial aid
Editorial: There is no reason that students attending Ohio’s many community colleges should be discriminated
‘Night Vale’ podcast coming out as a book
‘Night Vale’ podcast coming out as a book NEW YORK Podcasters Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor are
Chase restricts cards affected by breach
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Las Vegas Bowl: Southern California 45, Fresno State 20
Cody Kessler realizes Southern California could have quit on this season after the Trojans’ first head coach was fired.
New Mexico Bowl: Colorado State 48, Washington State 45
With less than 2 minutes to play and Colorado State down by eight points, Shaquil Barrett knew the Rams needed the ball back quickly to finish an improbable comeback against Washington State.
SOUTH sudan 4 troops from US are hurt in attack
Associated Press NAIROBI, KENYA Gunfire hit three U.S. military aircraft trying to evacuate
Man indicted in rape, strangling of 9-year-old girl
Associated Press WOOSTER, Ohio Authorities say an Ohio man has been indicted by a grand jury in
Girard woman reported missing
Staff report GIRARD An 87-year-old Hazel Avenue woman with Alzheimer’s disease was reported
‘Dirty Bieber Bandit’ tries to put heroin addiction behind him
Associated Press HILLIARD, Ohio Clay Kilpatrick was 18 when he entered a bank, used a fake gun
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES PROMOTIONS Naval aviator Navy Lt. Junior Grade Jonathan E. Williams, son of Paul
Canfield wrestlers third in Holiday Duals
Each weight class for the Canfield High wrestling team had different methods of training and preparation for the Canfield Holiday Duals on Saturday.
Ice, snow frustrate holiday travel rush
Associated Press CHICAGO A storm with a 2,000-mile footprint threatened to frustrate Christmas
game time
game time What: Atlanta Falcons vs. San Francisco 49ers Where: Candlestick Park in San Francisco
Campbell SRO serves suspension, resigns following investigation into possible misconduct
The investigation found that the school-resource officer, Russell Beatty III, violated a school board policy
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Struthers City Council, caucus at 6:15 p.m., council caucus room; regular meeting
NW Missouri St. wins fourth D-II football title
NW Missouri St. wins fourth D-II football title FLORENCE, Ala. Trevor Adams passed for 277 yards
Police looking for suspect in Market Street armed robbery
Police looking for suspect in Market Street armed robbery
Thank you Vindicator, YSU for the tribute to Simeon Booker Jr.
Opinion: Thank you Vindicator, YSU for the tribute to Simeon Booker Jr. The Vindicator/YSU tribute to Simeon
Clark sparks Liberty to AAC road victory
Although it’s still early season, Liberty High coach Dan Bubon has recognized a trend in his Leopards through the first seven games.
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Dec. 22, the 356th day of 2013. There are nine days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Unbeaten Ohio State rallies to beat Notre Dame
The Fighting Irish had a seemingly comfortable lead over No. 3 Ohio State with less than 2 minutes to play.
limelight
Towing Suzanne Aey-Tyler of Ludt’s Towing in Boardman received the American Towman ACE Award for
Potato Bowl: San Diego State 49, Buffalo 24
Adam Muema ran for 230 yards and three touchdowns and Quinn Kaehler threw two scoring passes for the Aztecs.
Salem man charged with homicide in brother's death
Salem man charged with homicide in brother's death
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
CHRISTMAS
CHRISTMAS What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
Former Indian Choo agrees to deal with Rangers
The Rangers have made another Texas-sized deal to improve their offense.
Saturday, December 21 (79 stories)
Police looking for suspect in Market Street armed robbery
Police looking for suspect in Market Street armed robbery Police looking for suspect in Market
Ohio advocates to hold vigil for homeless who died
Ohio advocates to hold vigil for homeless who died CLEVELAND (AP) An advocacy group will
Salem man charged with homicide in brother's death
Salem man charged with homicide in brother's death Staff report SALEM Police found a man
Campbell SRO serves suspension, resigns following investigation into possible misconduct
The investigation found that the school-resource officer, Russell Beatty III, violated a school
Elderly Girard woman reported missing
Elderly Girard woman reported missing Staff report GIRARD An 87-year-old Hazel Avenue woman
Ohio funeral home owner charged with theft, fraud
Ohio funeral home owner charged with theft, fraud DAYTON (AP) The co-owner of a now-closed
Ohio boy who had wheelchair stolen gets 2 new ones
Ohio boy who had wheelchair stolen gets 2 new ones CLEVELAND (AP) Christmas came early, and
Ohio man could avoid execution in 1983 murder
Ohio man could avoid execution in 1983 murder CINCINNATI (AP) An Ohio man who admitted to
Some Kentucky landowners don’t want underground pipeline coming through their farms
Some Kentucky landowners don’t want underground pipeline coming through their farms STAMPING
Sara Weibel | Marc Eichert
LOUISVILLE, OHIO Brookside Farms was the site of the Nov. 1 wedding of Sara Weibel and Marc
Kristan Taiclet | Matthew Muse
CORTLAND Bazetta Christian Church was the setting of the Oct. 26 wedding of Kristan Taiclet and
Erin Fening | Phillip Brown
YOUNGSTOWN Erin Elizabeth Fening and Phillip Lee Brown were united in marriage during a 2 p.m.
Brianne Carlon | Robert Rush
YOUNGSTOWN Stambaugh Auditorium was the setting of the Oct. 12 wedding of Brianne Carlon and
Bethany Straitiff | John Gillespie Jr.
POLAND The Lake Club was the setting for the 4:30 p.m. wedding Oct. 4 of Bethany Straitiff and
Kathryn Patrick | John Rogala
DOWNINGTOWN, PA. Kathryn Patrick of Romansville, Pa., and John Rogala of Downingtown, Pa.,
Ham operators help with parade
Ham operators help with parade YOUNGSTOWN During the annual Christmas Parade on Dec. 7, 22 local
Haden practices, wants to face Jets
Browns cornerback Joe Haden hopes to deliver Rex Ryan a lump of coal on Sunday.
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people on these charges this week. They will be
Boardman police arrest man for theft by deception
Ricardo Vance Jr., 32, of Reynoldsburg, is accused of not having enough funds in his bank account to buy a new $66,000 BMW.
Woman arrested for drug trafficking
Marijo Mazon, 46, of Boardman was booked on two counts of trafficking drugs on Thursday.
Attorneys agree to stay gang case
Brandon Wallace, 18, has a sentencing in a previous case he pleaded guilty to in common pleas court pending in juvenile court, which complicates the gang case he is a part of.
Midgley, Canfield dunk Poland
Any player who has ever played in the Battle of 224 has probably dreamed making a big play to win the game.
Irving’s foul shots lift Cavaliers in OT
Kyrie Irving made four free throws in the final 21.5 seconds of overtime and finished with 39 points while battling a flu bug.
YSU women fall to Delaware
The Penguins trailed by just five with 13 minutes to play, but went eight minutes without a basket and the Blue Hens pulled away.
Keisel set to return to Steelers lineup
Brett Keisel is in his 12th season with the Pittsburgh Steelers and the 35-year-old defensive end realizes it might also be his last.
Teacher proposes at assembly
The band performs holiday favorites every year, but this year, there was a new ring to the music.
Schedules adjusted night of Orange Bowl
Schedules adjusted night of Orange Bowl At least three area high school boys basketball games
Safe Neighborhoods Initiative delivers a different kind of firepower
Fourteen young Warren men were singled out because of their criminal histories and told to come to the Trumbull County Courthouse, where for 90 minutes Friday they were told to put down their guns.
Ex-Ohio doctor gets 36 years in death of pregnant woman
Associated press DELAWARE, Ohio Calling a pregnant mother’s death the worst crime he had ever
Butcher’s late 3 helps Fitch outlast Hubbard
The lead it had held since early in the second quarter had completely evaporated and the Austintown Fitch basketball team was about to watch visiting Hubbard walk out of their gym with an upset victory.
Niles council passes moratorium on sexually oriented businesses
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES City council has unanimously voted to place a one-year
Two Valley schools receive College Board recognition
Boardman and Canfield high schools received the Advanced Placement District Honor Roll for their efforts in increasing participation in AP courses.
Whirlpool moving some production to plant in Ohio
Whirlpool moving some production to plant in Ohio BENTON HARBOR, MICH. Whirlpool is moving
Pa. gas-drilling decision leaves future uncertain
Associated Press HARRISBURG, PA. The energy industry and policy makers in Pennsylvania, the
Newlyweds ordered to stand trial in Craigslist slaying
Associated Press SUNBURY, Pa. Newlyweds who police said wanted to kill someone together were
In Indiana, gay-marriage supporters seeing hope
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS In one of the most conservative states in the nation, supporters
Mayor-elect intends to retain park director
Park director wants quality programming to draw people to Youngstown’s parks and make them “the best in the state.”
THE PRESIDENCY Obama puts a rosy spin on rough year
Associated Press WASHINGTON Putting a rosy spin on a difficult year, President Barack Obama
Christmas cantata
Christmas cantata WARREN The Chancel Choir, directed by Savontae Diggs, will present the
Elementary-school students in Struthers promote spirit of giving
Two representatives from the Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley accepted more than 10 large barrels stuffed with donations of toys and food
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jason L. Shodd, 32, of 14 Highland Ave., Struthers,
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Steven and Elizabeth Stachowski, East Liverpool, boy, Dec.
Target data breach infuriates, frustrates
Associated Press NEW YORK Potential victims of credit-card fraud tied to Target’s security
Associated Press
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY A federal judge struck down Utah’s same-sex marriage ban Friday
christmas services at area churches
Here is a listing of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day services open to the public at area churches.
No mercy for man who raped and killed pregnant woman
Associated Press COLUMBUS A condemned inmate who raped and killed a pregnant woman nearly 25
Final defendant in corruption probe sentenced to 6 years
Associated Press COLUMBUS The final figure in a long-running corruption probe in the state’s
Some stores open for 100 hours to attract shoppers
Associated Press NEW YORK Some stores are ending the holiday shopping season the same way they
Canada Court strikes down anti-prostitution laws
Associated Press TORONTO Canada’s highest court struck down the country’s anti-prostitution laws
Nicholas Wolsonovich, schools superintendent for the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown, is retiring effective June 30, 2014.
Nicholas Wolsonovich, schools superintendent for the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown, is retiring effective June 30, 2014.
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, Dec. 21, the 355th day of 2013. There are 10 days left in the year. Winter
Ursuline gets $1 million donation
Alumnus gives $1 million to help single parents send their children to Ursuline
Ethics reform needed
Opinion: The Kansas City Star: Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon stood alongside lawmakers from both political parties
chrismons What they mean The word Chrismon is the combination of parts of two words — Christ and monogram. A Chrismon is a monogram of Christ and depicts symbols of the Christian faith.
Alpha and Omega: The first and last letters of the Greek alphabet reflect “I am the Alpha and
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Girard and Liberty: HUBBARD
President may change phone- records collection
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama suggested Friday that he may be ready to make
CHRISTMAS What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
New law targets elections
Opinion: COLUMBUS I mentioned last week that state lawmakers finished several marathon sessions before
Petitions filed
Petitions filed YOUNGSTOWN Carol Rimedio-Righetti filed her petitions for the May 6 Democratic
Washington must act on nuclear waste depository
Editorial: What do a U.S. Appeals Court ruling in August and a truck hijacking in December have in common?
Cafaro withdraws legislation designed to protect children
The move was prompted by opposition from home school advocates
Campbell police make 2 drug arrests within hours
One suspect said suspected crack cocaine found in his possession didn't belong to him.
Collective bargaining for Newton Falls police to end Jan. 1
Collective bargaining for Newton Falls police to end Jan. 1
Neighbors: Gunman had bad vasectomy
Neighbors: Gunman had bad vasectomy RENO, NEV. Authorities on Friday were trying to determine
Lobbyist pleads guilty in treasury scheme
Associated Press COLUMBUS An attorney and lobbyist pleaded guilty Friday to his role in a
Red Devils’ team defense critical in win over LaBrae
The biggest concern for Campbell Memorial High was guarding the other four LaBrae players. The Red Devils didn’t have a problem with that strategy all night.
Game day | Today’s bowl games
GILDAN NEW MEXICO BOWL Who: Washington State (6-6) vs. Colorado State (7-6) Kickoff: 1 p.m.
Seitz, Greaver power McDonald past Sebring
Anyone who just looked at the final score of McDonald’s 86-61 victory Friday night over Sebring would assume that it was just another dominant performance from the Blue Devils.
South Range rallies, hands Lisbon first loss
Staff rpeort LISBON South Range exploded for a 28-15 fourth-quarter advantage to rally from a
Warhawks hand Mount Union worst loss since 1974
Matt Behrendt threw four touchdown passes and Wisconsin-Whitewater’s defense stymied Gagliardi Trophy-winner Kevin Burke and Mount Union.
Campbell 64 laBrae48
Campbell 64 laBrae48 Next: Campbell vs. Girard, Jan. 3, 7 p.m. Next: LaBrae vs. Howland,
Friday, December 20 (124 stories)
SNAP will have a confidential support meeting in Youngstown
SNAP will have a confidential support meeting in Youngstown YOUNGSTOWN Survivors Network of
Police seek man who held up Dollar General on Market Street
Police seek man who held up Dollar General on Market Street YOUNGSTOWN Police were called to the
Diocesan schools Supt. Nicholas Wolsonovich retiring effective June 30
Diocesan schools Supt. Nicholas Wolsonovich retiring effective June 30
Final figure in Ohio corruption probe gets 6 years
Final figure in Ohio corruption probe gets 6 years
Salt Lake mayor marries gay couple after ban ended
Salt Lake mayor marries gay couple after ban ended
Maryland man gets 8 years in Iran satellite case
Maryland man gets 8 years in Iran satellite case GREENBELT, Md. (AP) — A Maryland man convicted of
Remains of US soldier lost in Korean War come home
Remains of US soldier lost in Korean War come home LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sixty-three years after Army
Rimedio-Righetti files for re-election as Mahoning County commissioner
Rimedio-Righetti files for re-election as Mahoning County commissioner
No agreement on Iran invite to Syria conference
No agreement on Iran invite to Syria conference GENEVA (AP) — The U.S. is blocking Iran’s
Mayor-elect McNally retains Burke as park and rec director
Mayor-elect McNally retains Burke as park and rec director
Obama: 2014 can be breakthrough year for America’
Obama: 2014 can be breakthrough year for America’ WASHINGTON (AP) — Citing progress on the
Ohioan gets 3 years in hit-skip with expecting mom
Ohioan gets 3 years in hit-skip with expecting mom
Dads do diapers and more, myth-busting survey says
Dads do diapers and more, myth-busting survey says CHICAGO (AP) — The detached dad, turning up his
Safety reassurance after London theater collapse
Safety reassurance after London theater collapse LONDON (AP) — Authorities sought to reassure
Lessons and carols service set Sunday at Christ Episcopal
Lessons and carols service set Sunday at Christ Episcopal warren A Festival of Lessons and
Christmas cantata at Youngstown church set for Sunday
Christmas cantata at Youngstown church set Sunday
Options set for those lacking new health coverage
Options set for those lacking new health coverage WASHINGTON (AP) — People whose existing health
Russian oligarch Mikhail Khodorkovsky a free man
Russian oligarch Mikhail Khodorkovsky a free man BERLIN (AP) — After spending 10 years in Russian
Campbell police make two drug arrests
Campbell police make two drug arrests CAMPBELL City police made two drug-related arrests within
Ursuline gets $1 million gift
Ursuline gets $1 million gift YOUNGSTOWN Ursuline High School has received a gift $1 million
Heedy Mansion being converted to apartments
Heedy Mansion being converted to apartments youngstown A piece of Youngstown’s history will come
Carnegie medals honor 20 who risked their lives
Carnegie medals honor 20 who risked their lives PITTSBURGH (AP) — Two men who helped save six
Congress sends sweeping defense bill to Obama
Congress sends sweeping defense bill to Obama WASHINGTON (AP) — The women of the Senate who led
20- to 46-year term in crack house slaying
20- to 46-year term in crack house slaying YORK, Pa. (AP) — A man has been sentenced to 20 to 46
Kent State University Trumbull closed today
Kent State University Trumbull closed today CHAMPION Kent State University Trumbull branch is
3rd-degree murder plea in 1999 slaying
3rd-degree murder plea in 1999 slaying HUNTINGDON, Pa. (AP) — A man has pleaded guilty to third-
Truck crash shuts Pa. turnpike eastbound lanes
Truck crash shuts Pa. turnpike eastbound lanes BENSALEM, Pa. (AP) — A crash involving several
CLUB CALENDAR
RELIGIOUS GROUPS Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church Altar and Rosary Society will meet at 7 p.m.
The $20 million expansion & renovation project is ahead of schedule
The $20 million expansion/renovation project is ahead of schedule
Indians, Axford close deal
John Axford had other choices where he could pitch next season. The Indians closed the deal.
Youngstown and the CIC sign deals for three downtown parking lots
The former Kress Building will be demolished
State meets with Austintown Board for new school plans
Representatives for the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission met with the Austintown Board of Education on Wednesday to discuss future plans for new Fitch High School.
Boardman students deliver blankets to Akron Children's Hospital
Eighth-grade and fifth-grade students at Boardman Center Middle School made about 40 blankets for Akron Children's Hospital
Progress made on adding horse stalls at Austintown racino
Representatives from Penn National Gaming and the Ohio Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association updated Ohio Racing Commission members on negotiations to increase the number of horse stalls.
Bradley Milligan, 48, charged with murder, to be arraigned Friday in killing of sister
Bradley E. Milligan, 48, is charged with the murder of his sister, Laura L. Michael, 51, and will be arraigned Friday afternoon in Warren Municipal Court.
Families with young children with epilepsy urge Ohio officials to legalize medical marijuana
Two local families are moving to Colorado next month where oil from marijuana is used for treatment
Lawyer offers to step up for his client
James Lottier, 73, of St. Louis Avenue, was to be sentenced in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court for a felony charge of theft for taking more than $13,000 from American Legion Post 504.
Newton Falls rebounds to stay perfect
The Tigers hit the boards hard in the second half to secure a 59-49 victory.
Horton: Browns’ defense feeling pressure
The numbers in crunch time are appalling. Browns defensive coordinator Ray Horton, a statistical nut, can’t stomach them.
Lakers star Kobe Bryant expected to miss six weeks with knee injury
An MRI exam on Thursday revealed Bryant has a fracture in his lateral tibial plateau — the top of his shinbone near his knee.
Chepke’s put-back helps Fitch close out Struthers
The game-changing play happened with just over three minutes remaining in Fitch’s 54-45 victory at Struthers on Thursday.
Austintown Middle School choir performs mall flash mob
About 100 students from Austintown Middle School performed a flash mob inside the Southern Park Mall on Thursday morning.
Births
Births ST. Joseph Health Center Michael and Sara Schwettman, Warren, boy, Dec. 18. Michael and
More than 75 injured in London as theater ceiling partially collapses
Associated Press LONDON Hunks of plaster and dust rained down on a packed audience when the
We Are Warren hopes to build on small summer recreation program
We Are Warren hopes to build on small summer recreation program
birthdays
birthdays Actor John Hillerman (“Magnum P.I.”) is 81. Actor Tommy Cole (“The Mickey Mouse Club”)
Williams handles himself well
Opinion: Former Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams’ hearing in front of the Senate Committee on Environment and
First Energy, county reach tentative deal
First Energy, county reach tentative deal LISBON First Energy Corp. and Columbiana County have
Hearing mission
Hearing mission BOARDMAN Fourteen local residents in critical financial need received hearing
Commissioners reject factfinder’s report
Three extra paid personal days off would be too costly, commissioner says.
Role of higher education
Opinion: The Gainesville (Fla.) Sun: In the same week that the University of Florida was recognized for being
More Girls high school basketball results
Lakeview 98, Campbell 31 CAMPBELL Alli Pavlik scored 56 points to break her school record of 47
Food/clothing/breakfast
Food/clothing/breakfast New Hope United Methodist Church, 21 Fairview Ave., Niles, free clothing
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Manuel A. Guzman Bayon, 34, of 1417 Kensington Ave.,
Mental Health Court graduates two; three others also advancing in court
Speaker says participants not much different than others
Teens discuss holiday plans at local library
The holiday celebration gathering was at the Newport branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, 3730 Market St. on the South Side.
67-year-old Leavittsburg man sentenced to life in prison
John C. Grantz, 67, of Burnett Road in Leavittsburg pleaded guilty Thursday to repeatedly raping one girl over seven years, and molesting another girl.
Overlooked WR turned out to be steal for Steelers
The memory has never really gone away. It’s still in the back of Antonio Brown’s mind.
Putin offers pardons
Putin offers pardons MOSCOW In a surprise decision, President Vladimir Putin announced Thursday
Pa. pastor defrocked for officiating gay wedding
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA The United Methodist church defrocked a pastor from central
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Dec. 20, the 354th day of 2013. There are 11 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
‘Duck Dynasty’ fans react strongly to Robertson’s ‘hiatus’ over remarks
Associated Press LOS ANGELES When the A&E network suspended “Duck Dynasty” patriarch Phil
New Mexico legalizes same-sex marriage
Associated Press SANTA FE, N.M. New Mexico became the latest state to legalize gay marriage
UAW wants to eliminate two-tier wage system
About a third of full-time Lordstown workers make less than their co-workers, union representatives said.
‘Saving Mr. Banks’ A Spoonful of Sugar
REVIEW ‘Saving Mr. Banks’ Rating: PG-13 for thematic elements including some unsettling images
Penguins’ streak reaches six games
Chris Kunitz scored his 19th goal, Sidney Crosby had two assists and the Pittsburgh Penguins jumped out to a four-goal lead.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 23.38 —.38 Avalon
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Miracle on Easy Street,” 8 p.m.: Big and bright holiday
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Man faces charges
Man faces charges YOUNGSTOWN Police cited a man for possession of marijuana and having an open
Darden looks to sell or spin off Red Lobster
Associated Press NEW YORK Darden Restaurants wants to set Red Lobster adrift. The company said
‘I Love Lucy’ special to air tonight on CBS
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES Lucille Ball’s classic antics are colorized in
Target: 40M accounts may be compromised
Associated Press Target is grappling with a data security nightmare that threatens to drive off
FDA to make food-safety rules more farmer-friendly
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Food and Drug Administration says it will revise sweeping new
Extreme executive discretion
Opinion: WASHINGTON Congressional Republicans’ long-simmering dismay about Barack Obama’s offenses against
‘American Hustle’ a solid riot
REVIEW ‘American Hustle’ Rating: R for pervasive language including some sexual content and
A travesty of justice, and a mockery of the court system
Editorial: Sixteen-year-old Ethan Couch, a member of a wealthy North Texas family, has been taught a valuable
Ohio home sales rose 1.6% in Nov. compared with ’12
By Tom McParland tmcparland@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Home sales across the state increased in
YSU center Elkins makes 2nd-team AP
YSU center Elkins makes 2nd-team AP YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State senior center Chris Elkins has
Mount Union and Wis.-Whitewater meet again
It will be familiar opponents when Mount Union and Wisconsin-Whitewater meet in the Amos Alonzo Stagg Bowl for the Division III football national champion tonight at Salem Stadium.
oddly enough
oddly enough Semi overturns, spilling holiday hams on I-85 ramp ATLANTA A truck overturned in
Pitt’s McDonald enjoying spotlight
The Pittsburgh senior defensive tackle won the Nagurski, Bednarik and Lombardi awards and the Outland Trophy.
Boardman Community Briefs
Have lunch with Santa Austintown Bounce will host Lunch with Santa on Dec. 21 from 11 a.m. until
Weekly US jobless claims hit 9-month high of 379,000
Associated Press WASHINGTON The number of people seeking U.S. unemployment benefits rose 10,000
Clemson’s Boyd will test OSU D
Asked after a recent Ohio State practice if he was concerned about Clemson’s passing attack in the Orange Bowl, coach Urban Meyer all but laughed out loud.
Principals sumo wrestle at recess
Austintown Intermediate School students had a wild recess Nov. 26.
Families have supper with Santa at Boardman Park
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com It’s not every day children are able to have
Open house will observe Bertons’ 70th anniversary
PETERSBURG An open house will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. Nov. 10 at St. John’s Church to honor
Mill hosts Olde Fashioned Christmas
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com It looked a lot like Christmas at Lanterman’s
Kristen Mellott | Michael Yacovone
YOUNGSTOWN Kristen Mellott of Cortland and Michael Yacovone of Austintown exchanged wedding vows
Boardman schools achieve District AP Honor Roll
Boardman Local Schools have been named to the Fourth Annual AP (Advanced Placement) District Honor
Williamses’ 50th is honored with surprise dinner
AUSTINTOWN Jack and Judy Williams of Austintown celebrated their 50th anniversary Oct. 12 with a
Students bring holiday cheer to Greenbriar
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com A group of fourth-grade Robinwood Lane Elementary
Literacy award goes to TeenXTreme librarians
TeenXTreme librarians Cindy Beach and John Waller of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning
Swim team sets new record
The Canfield High School 400-yard free relay team of Connor Brady, Michael DiDomenico,, Drew Bennett
Boardman Park hosts community celebration
The community came together for a Christmas celebration in Boardman Park Dec. 1.
Austintown Community Briefs
Have lunch with Santa Dec. 21 Austintown Bounce will host Lunch with Santa on Dec. 21 from 11 a.m.
Canfield Community Briefs
Have lunch with Santa Austintown Bounce will host Lunch with Santa on Dec. 21 from 11 a.m. until 1
Bethany Camp | Andrew Meyer
AKRON Montrose Zion United Methodist Church was the setting of the 3:30 p.m. wedding April 6 for
Boardman Sports Briefs
BGMS girls fall The Boardman Glenwood Middle School eighth-grade girls fell to St. Christine’s
Pete and Penny Penguin visit Hilltop Elementary
Hilltop Elementary School Reading Stars got a big surprise during their lunch periods Dec. 3.
Families have supper with Santa Dec. 4 and 5
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com It’s not every day children are able to have
Poland Middle School Food Drive
Students at Poland Middle School and McKinley Elementary came together and over a two week period to
Alzheimer’s Association presents new program
The Alzheimer’s Association Greater East Ohio Area Chapter will be offering a Living with
Poland sophomores to attend leadership seminar
Poland Seminary High School sophomores Abigail Masluk, Mariah Mrofchak, David Esarco, Jaden Rogers
Students have lesson with K-9 unit
Officer Brian Cionni and several other members of the Poland Township Police Department visited Dobbins Elementary School Nov. 26 to teach second-grade students about K-9 police dogs.
C.H. Campbell students bounce
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at C.H. Campbell Elementary School were bouncing
Children learn about hibernation
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com Snow has started falling in the Mahoning Valley,
Middle school teachers present at council
In November, three area teachers presented at the National Council for Teachers of English Annual
Poland Sports Briefs
Poland loses to Canfield The Poland girls basketball team was defeated by Canfield 54-25 at Poland
Poland Community Briefs
Have lunch with Santa Dec. 21 Austintown Bounce will host Lunch with Santa on Dec. 21 from 11 a.m.
Verizon to publish info on records requests
Verizon Communications Inc. says it will publish information on the number of requests for customer records it received from law-enforcement agencies this year.
Austintown schools take part in code week
Austintown Intermediate and Austintown Elementary Schools recently announced that they are joining
Thursday, December 19 (142 stories)
Ohio woman sentenced in husband’s 2003 slaying
Ohio woman sentenced in husband’s 2003 slaying DEFIANCE (AP) A prosecutor says a northern Ohio
Ohio police charge mom, man after bullet hits girl
Ohio police charge mom, man after bullet hits girl CINCINNATI (AP) A 3-year-old girl wounded by
Ohio pre-positioning, tracking emergency resources
Ohio pre-positioning, tracking emergency resources COLUMBUS (AP) Ohio is trying to better
$1.2 million worth of marijuana on an airplane headed from New Castle, Pa.
$1.2 million worth of marijuana on an airplane headed from New Castle, Pa. PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP)
Lawyer offers to step up for his client
Lawyer offers to help pay client’s restitution Lawyer offers to help pay client’s restitution
Howland man to be arraigned in bludgeoning death of sister
Howland man to be arraigned in bludgeoning death of sister Howland man to be arraigned in
67-year-old Leavittsburg man sentenced to life in prison
67-year-old Leavittsburg man sentenced to life in prison 67-year-old Leavittsburg man sentenced to
Ohio teen accused in school standoff pleads guilty
Ohio teen accused in school standoff pleads guilty
UPDATE: More than 80 injured in partial London theater collapse
UPDATE: More than 80 injured in partial London theater collapse LONDON (AP) — British officials
Brit newspaper hacked Kate Middleton's phone, court hears
Brit newspaper hacked Kate Middleton's phone, court hears
20-40 injured at partial London theater collapse
20-40 injured at partial London theater collapse LONDON (AP) — London authorities say between 20
Kobe Bryant likely to miss 6 weeks with knee fracture
Kobe Bryant likely to miss 6 weeks with knee fracture
Rodman in NKorea to prep for game on leader’s Bday
Rodman in NKorea to prep for game on leader’s Bday PYONGYANG, North Korea (AP) — Former NBA star
Hillary Clinton will decide on 2016 prez run 'sometime next year'
Hillary Clinton will decide on 2016 prez run 'sometime next year'
Pennsylvania Supreme Court strikes down zoning limits on drilling
Pennsylvania Supreme Court strikes down zoning limits on drilling
Army: 5 of 6 killed in Afghan chopper crash
Army: 5 of 6 killed in Afghan chopper crash FORT RILEY, Kan. (AP) — Army officials say five U.S.
Local families urge Ohio lawmakers to support medicinal marijuana
Local families urge Ohio lawmakers to support medicinal marijuana
Animal-cruelty conviction for owner of Grace Kelly home in Pa.
Animal-cruelty conviction for owner of Grace Kelly home in Pa.
US, Brits evacuate South Sudan as violence spreads
US, Brits evacuate South Sudan as violence spreads JUBA, South Sudan (AP) — Less than three years
Patriarch off ‘Duck Dynasty’ after gay comments
Patriarch off ‘Duck Dynasty’ after gay comments LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Duck Dynasty” patriarch Phil
Syria militants go after opposition activists
Syria militants go after opposition activists BEIRUT (AP) — Shortly after the revolt against
Boil-water advisory lifted for Brookfield Township street
Boil-water advisory lifted for Brookfield Township street
Trial date set for teen charged with attempted breaking-in at Ohio party boss' house
Trial date set for teen charged with breaking into Ohio party boss' house
Maruca files for probate judge
Maruca files for probate judge YOUNGSTOWN — Atty. Susan Maruca filed nominating petitions today to
Pa. man pleads guilty in 2012 baseball bat killing
Pa. man pleads guilty in 2012 baseball bat killing
Youngstown police cite Canfield man for open container, drug possession
Youngstown police cite Canfield man for open container, drug possession
Ohio Supreme Court upholds wind farm's development
Ohio Supreme Court upholds wind farm's development
Man who shot woman on porch will face murder trial
Man who shot woman on porch will face murder trial DEARBORN HEIGHTS, Mich. (AP) — A Detroit-area
Mahoning commissioners approve contract for Boardman roundabout
Mahoning commissioners approve contract for Boardman roundabout
Health website problems may trigger price hikes
Health website problems may trigger price hikes Problems with the government’s main health care
UPDATE | Suspect arrested in Howland's woman's death
UPDATE | Suspect arrested in Howland woman's death
India demands that US drop case against diplomat
India demands that US drop case against diplomat NEW DELHI (AP) — India’s foreign minister
Cincy police chief urges help in wounding of 3-year-old girl
Cincy police chief urges help in wounding of 3-year-old girl
Egypt: Mubarak’s sons, PM acquitted of corruption
Egypt: Mubarak’s sons, PM acquitted of corruption CAIRO (AP) — An Egyptian court today acquitted
Deal reached on Ohio police-fire pension fund plan
Deal reached on Ohio police-fire pension fund plan
UN finds systematic disappearances in Syria
UN finds systematic disappearances in Syria GENEVA (AP) — A U.N. panel probing war crimes in Syria
Putin to pardon jailed tycoon Khodorkovsky
Putin to pardon jailed tycoon Khodorkovsky MOSCOW (AP) — President Vladimir Putin said today he
Portion of Phelps Street closed today
Portion of Phelps Street closed today YOUNGSTOWN Phelps Street between Federal Street and
Ga. woman claims 1 of 2 winning Mega Millions lottery tickets
Ga. woman claims 1 or 2 Mega Millions lottery tickets
Murder charges dismissed against 3
Murder charges dismissed against 3 GREENSBURG, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania judge has
3rd-degree murder plea in 2012 bat slaying
3rd-degree murder plea in 2012 bat slaying EBENSBURG, Pa. (AP) — A man has pleaded guilty in the
Man gets 18 to 40 years in slaying
Man gets 18 to 40 years in slaying READING, Pa. (AP) — A man has been sentenced to 18 to 40 years
FOP lodge plans shop with a cop
FOP lodge plans shop with a cop YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Deputies FOP Lodge 141 will
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Daniel and Lindsay (Hedmond) Brott of Lewis Center, Ohio, are announcing the birth of their first
Irish use second-half surge to beat Cards
Inside the locker room at halftime, Ursuline High’s Macey Gunther said the Fighting Irish talked about playing with more energy than they did in the first half.
House Republicans say the bill would provide tax relief for landowners and small producers.
House Republicans say the bill would provide tax relief for landowners and small producers.
Former ‘Idol’ champ Lee DeWyze resets his musical compass
As “American Idol” season 9 winner, the Chicago native knows most folks would rather talk about his experience on the reality show or life after than his latest CD, “Frames.”
Easy Street Productions' holiday revue A Silver "Miracle"
Easy Street Productions’ 25th anniversary season will reach its peak this weekend when several original members of the troupe return to take part in “Miracle on Easy Street.”
Youngstown will seek financial commitments before designing and building an amphitheater
Youngstown will seeks financial commitments before designing and building an amphitheater
Mineral Ridge parish association conducts Christmas distribution
Food went to 32 families and toys to 43 children.
Settlement amounts for families of Marine recruits finalized by Trumbull Probate Court
The families of three Marine Corps recruits killed in a March 31, 2010, crash on state Route 5 just west of Warren each will get about $350,000
Salvation Army aims to bring smiles to children, help families
The Salvation Army will serve more than 1,400 families this holiday season.
R&B veterans Sacksville are still keeping it loose
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Equal parts disbelief and satisfaction is what Ron “Sonny
Rust Belt theater offers ‘Ugly Christmas Sweater’
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Rust Belt Theater Company will present its fourth annual “Ugly
The DeMaine Kitchen-Lyndsey Hughes investigator billed $9,990 for his work to Youngstown
He was allowed to spend up to $10,000
Sutter’s shootout goal lifts Penguins
Brandon Sutter scored in the third period and then rescued the Penguins with the only goal of the shootout to lift Pittsburgh.
Socha’s victory highlights Canfield wrestling rout
Seconds trickled down in the 182-pound matchup between Canfield High’s Stan Socha and Poland’s Mike Audi on Wednesday night.
Indians acquire Rockies LHP for Stubbs
The Indians made another move to remodel their bullpen, adding a pitcher with a name seemingly suited for his role.
Buckeyes nearly get Hen-pecked
No. 3 Ohio State had reeled off double-digit wins in its first 10 games.
Bowling Green hires EIU’s Babers as new football coach
Bowling Green has hired Eastern Illinois’ Dino Babers to become the Falcons’ new football coach.
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK American Hustle (R) Two con men are compelled to work with a wild federal agent to
Cause for concern
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords It’s a scary world out there, with global terrorists plotting to
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Wayne D. Bonner Jr., 35, of 925 Woodford Ave.,
White House panel urges limit on NSA snooping
A presidential advisory panel has recommended sweeping changes to government surveillance programs, including limiting the bulk collection of Americans’ phone records by stripping the National Security Agency of its ability to store that data in its own facilities.
'The Bone Lady' dazzles Niles Middle School students
Cleveland Browns super fan Debra Darnall, better known as “The Bone Lady,” spoke to eighth-graders about self-empowerment for an upcoming ESPN documentary.
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Helping Hand Ministry, 2143 Jacobs Road, Youngstown, food and clothing
Suicidal gunman in Reno appeared to be on a mission
Associated Press RENO, NEV. Police think a suicidal gunman was on a mission of violence when he
Judge R. Scott Krichbaum opts to seek re-election to the Mahoning County Common Pleas bench
He had considered running for the court of appeals
MEGA MILLIONS JACKPOT Ga. woman has 1 of 2 winning tickets
Associated Press ATLANTA A Georgia woman who bought just one ticket and used family birthdays
“The X Factor” (8 p.m., fox): It’s time to face the music on “The X
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Deadbeat Poets song in running for honor
Area rock band the Deadbeat Poets’ song “Johnny Sincere” is in the running for Coolest Song in the
New nightspot operators plan to make Martinis from a Lemon
A downtown Youngstown nightspot is rebuilding its identity by emphasizing its food — and the things
Youngstown fire Chief O’Neill getting creative in recruitment
Editorial: Ohio cities are constantly fac- ing challenges in recruiting new members for their safety forces who
IBM testing offered
IBM testing offered CHAMPION The Trumbull Career and Technical Center Adult Training Center will
Coroner rules boy’s death ‘natural’
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There’s still time to give
Opinion: Minot Daily News, Minot, N.D.: Christmas is days away. No doubt many area residents wish they had
Man convicted of aggravated burglary and kidnapping in Warren Township home invasion
Jurors only needed one hour of deliberation to find John A. Thompson, 40, of Mecca and Warren guilty of aggravated burglary, kidnapping and possessing criminal tools
Niles eighth-grader Jason Wodogaza plays the baritone in a Browns jersey and helmet to welcome
Niles eighth-grader Jason Wodogaza plays the baritone in a Browns jersey and helmet to welcome
Bipartisan budget pact clears Congress
Associated Press WASHINGTON Congress sent President Barack Obama legislation Wednesday scaling
Mom accused of assaulting 2 teens near school
Associated Press BEDFORD, Ohio A woman accused of punching two students outside a high school
Beagle that survived gas at pound will be in parade
Associated Press NEWARK, N.J. Things are coming up roses for a scrappy New Jersey beagle that
Federal Reserve eases stimulus
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Port authority approves $24,167 to aid federal contract procurement
The Western Reserve Port Authority has authorized use of $24,167 in port funds to help the Mahoning Valley Economic Development Corporation on Belmont Avenue in Liberty run a program to help local businesses procure federal contracts.
Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476
Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476
Homicide suspect arrested for domestic violence
Kalontae Carter is in Mahoning County jail on $50,000 bond.
Urban schools improving faster
Urban schools improving faster washington Public school students in the nation’s largest cities
KISS is in the Rock Hall but will they make up?
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com “You’re no good” was not only a hit song for Linda
CD RATES
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Prison launches job-saving campaign
Northeast Ohio Correctional Center would lose most of its 418 employees if it loses an inmate housing contract.
A bum year in Washington
Opinion: WASHINGTON What a massively disappointing year, and how slim the hopes for a more productive
Trumbull commissioners approve design services relating to building purchase
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Christmas meals
Christmas meals WARREN The Salvation Army Warren Corps has teamed up with Bottom Dollar Food to
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Drowsy Chaperone,SDRq Carnation City Players, Firehouse Theater, 450 E.
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Dec. 19, the 353rd day of 2013. There are 12 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
The current Youngstown park and recreation director loses his civil service protection Jan. 1
He can be retained or fired by the incoming mayor
Delta: No voice calls on our planes
Delta Air Lines won’t allow passengers to make voice calls from its planes.
Versatile Bell flourishing for Steelers
Le’Veon Bell listens to his instincts, not his mother, in his job as the Pittsburgh Steelers’ running back.
If you go
If you go Who: Sacksville Rhythm & Blues Band When: 10 p.m. Saturday Where: Cedars Lounge, 706
Oak Ridge Boys bring harmony to the holiday
You’ll have to forgive Oak Ridge Boys singer Richard Sterban if on occasion he messes up a holiday classic. For the past 40 years, he’s been busy touring the globe playing for seemingly countless audiences and never missing a lyric.
Cost of health-care insurance has no reason to keep rising
Opinion: Cost of health-care insurance has no reason to keep rising 222In 1983, Congress passed the Tax
HEALTH CARE LAW Insurers allow more time to pay premiums
Associated Press WASHINGTON Consumers anxious over tight insurance deadlines and lingering
Cardinal Mooney High School board isn’t ready to launch a public capital campaign
School officials could move the school out of Youngstown
Births
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Santa Claus lecture at museum
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN George Johnson, who has written four books on Christmas decorations,
Watering in winter
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Prevent salt injury to plants
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2013-14 BCS Bowl Breakdown : What to look for
This is it, the final go-round for the BCS. The much-maligned system for determining college
SIU coach: Players ‘bunch of mama’s boys’
Southern Illinois coach Barry Hinson said he regretted singling out one of his players in a postgame diatribe that went viral.
OHio State 76 Delaware64
OHio State 76 Delaware64 Next: Ohio State vs. Notre Dame at Madison Square Garden, Saturday, 7:30
Shrubs can recover from snow load
Q. Some of my shrubs have bent down due to the snow the past few weeks. Will they recover? Larry
A family activity for Saturday’s winter solstice
By Sheila Cubick OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer The shortest day of the year, the winter
FRESH CHRISTMAS HURRICANE CENTERPIECE
FRESH CHRISTMAS HURRICANE CENTERPIECE When: Dec. 19, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. What: Join florist
When natural food and water source freeze up It’s time to feed wild birds
Feeding songbirds in your backyard can be a year-round activity, but most people, including beginners, maintain bird feeders only during the colder months of the year.
YSU’s Chris Elkins named All-America
YSU’s Chris Elkins named All-America YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State senior center Chris Elkins
Browns’ Cameron, Haden miss practice
Jordan Cameron has been dominant, dependable and durable for the Browns all season.
Wednesday, December 18 (93 stories)
Cardinal Mooney High School board isn’t ready to launch a public capital campaign
School officials could move the school out of Youngstown YOUNGSTOWN The board of
Weathersfield schools satisfy state for Average Yearly Progress Groupings
Weathersfield schools satisfy state for Average Yearly Progress Groupings MINERAL RIDGE
Youngstown to seek financial commitments toward ampitheater design
Youngstown to seek financial commitments toward ampitheater design YOUNGSTOWN The city will seek
Niles sets one-year moratorium on permits for sexually oriented businesses
Niles sets one-year moratorium on permits for sexually oriented businesses By JORDAN COHEN
Niles sets one-year moratorium on permits for sexually oriented businesses
Niles sets one-year moratorium on permits for sexually oriented businesses NILES City council
The current Youngstown park and recreation director loses his civil service protection Jan. 1
He can be retained or fired by the incoming mayor YOUNGSTOWN The city’s civil service
New Middletown police looking for stolen cat, jewelry
New Middletown police looking for stolen cat, jewelry
Downtown Youngstown street closed for AT&T work Thursday
Downtown Youngstown street closed for AT&T work Thursday
Private prison in Youngstown launches its job-saving campaign
Private prison in Youngstown launches its job-saving campaign
The Vindicator's 2013 Fall Athletes' Video Interviews
Dec. 18, 2013 | 2013 Fall Athletes' Video Interviews
Fed will reduce bond purchases by $10B in January
Fed will reduce bond purchases by $10B in January WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve has
Legislators, doctor to discuss medical marijuana use
Legislators, doctor to discuss medical marijuana use YOUNGSTOWN — Ohio Senate Minority Leader Joe
Trumbull County Young Republicans meet Friday night
Trumbull County Young Republicans meet Friday night
Gunman kills himself, 1 other at Reno hospital
Gunman kills himself, 1 other at Reno hospital RENO, Nev. (AP) — Some fled in panic as gunshots
Warren fire destroys garage, firefighter slightly injured
Warren fire destroys garage, firefighter injured
Utah man caught with $1.2M worth of pot at Pa. airport
Utah man caught with $1.2M worth of pot at Pa. airport
Army defections reported as South Sudan violence spreads
Army defections reported as South Sudan violence spreads KAMPALA, Uganda (AP) — Clashes between
McNally to be sworn in as Youngstown mayor Dec. 30
McNally to be sworn in as Youngstown mayor Dec. 30 YOUNGSTOWN — John A. McNally IV will be sworn
Pa. Gov. Corbett inks post-Sandusky child-abuse bills
Pa. Gov. Corbett inks post-Sandusky child-abuse bills
India diplomat says she faced cavity search in NYC
India diplomat says she faced cavity search in NYC NEW DELHI (AP) — An Indian diplomat said U.S.
April trial set for Ohio lawmaker charged with fraud
April trial set for Ohio lawmaker charged with fraud
Ohio elections chief: 17 noncitizens voted in 2012
Ohio elections chief: 17 noncitizens voted in 2012
Fed decision on pace of bond purchases is awaited
Fed decision on pace of bond purchases is awaited WASHINGTON (AP) — Investors are waiting to see
Man gets 7-15 years for dog-fighting ring
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Campbell police hear of identity fraud cases
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Bipartisan budget agreement nears final passage
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Christmas musical planned Saturday
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Blue Christmas services planned at 2 churches
Blue Christmas services planned at 2 churches Blue Christmas services are planned at First
Mathews school board to meet today
Mathews school board to meet today VIENNA Mathews Local Schools board of education will hold an
Train hits car, no one hurt
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Hubbard woman sentenced in drug case
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Prison company launches job-saving campaign
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Lucky lotto tickets sold in Atlanta, San Jose
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Man charged in Pa. slaying of estranged wife
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Police: Deaths of 2 ruled murder-suicide
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Frat cuts ties with chapter after student’s death
Frat cuts ties with chapter after student’s death STROUDSBURG, Pa. (AP) — A national fraternity
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Pricetown Methodist Church, 4640 Pritchard-Ohltown Road, Newton Falls, will serve meatloaf
Church to serve free fellowship dinner
Church to serve free fellowship dinner YOUNGSTOWN Mount Calvary Pentecostal Church, 1812 Oak
Closing arguments today in Thompson burglary/kidnapping trial
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Are 300 jobs coming to Youngstown?
A California company is considering opening a location in downtown Youngstown that could bring 300 jobs here over three years.
Perry lifts YSU past Bethune-Cookman
On a night when it didn’t always play well, the Youngstown State men’s basketball team kept playing hard.
Mahoning Valley communities chosen to receive public works funds
30 Mahoning Valley communities will receive grant funds from the Ohio Public Works Commission
Report: BG eyes Durkin, Wolford
Bowling Green’s next football coach may look familiar to Valley football fans.
Youngstown teachers contract approved
‘Me too’ clauses mean raises for two other unions and administrators, and non-union employees also got raises
Defenders Tabachino, Bryarly Kopp Award winners
Two players from tradition-rich programs have been named initial recipients of the Betras, Harshman & Kopp “Coach John Kopp Heart of a Champion Award.”
Columbiana County has two confirmed flu cases: Mahoning and Trumbull, none
Columbiana County has two confirmed flu cases: Mahoning and Trumbull, none
Dogged defense frustrates Falcons
Jacob Wolfe’s 22 points and Poland’s defense leads the Bulldogs past Fitch.
Digital sign regs, lakefront residential area proposed in Lake Milton
Proposed new lakefront shed and detached garage location rules would promote unobstructed views of Lake Milton.
Aldridge, Vikings rally past Ursuline
LaBrae rallied from a nine-point deficit through three quarters for a 60-56 victory Tuesday night.
Former Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams addressed a Senate committee
He is seeking Senate confirmation to head the federal Economic Development Administration
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU WR Berassa granted sixth year
YSU WR Berassa granted sixth year YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State wide receiver Jelani Berassa was
Struthers City Schools thanks senior citizens with turkey dinner
The Struthers Board of Education sponsored the event to thank the city's senior citizens for their past and present support of the school district.
SuspectI in murder at Southern Blvd. car business captured, arraigned
Lavelle Stanley was captured at a house in the 100 block of Lauderdale Avenue on the North Side about 5:20 p.m. Monday.
A very special visit from Santa in Struthers Tuesday
MaryKay Spitler, 7, dons festive attire during Struthers Rotary’s annual Christmas party Tuesday afternoon at Struthers Parkside Church. MaryKay, a student at Campbell Elementary School, was just one of the almost 150 special needs children from Mahoning County who were invited to attend the party, which included entertainment by the Aut Mori Grotto clowns.
Gunman kills 1 at hospital, commits suicide
Associated Press RENO, NEV. A suicidal gunman opened fire at a Reno hospital campus Tuesday,
Shale speculation pushed up ag land prices
Shale industry has had an impact on land values for farm land in the Valley
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS CBS series outdraw football in ratings LOS ANGELES A stalwart pair of CBS series
Budget heads to final passage
Associated Press WASHINGTON Year-end legislation to ease Congress’ chronic budget brinkmanship
Feeling lucky: Why do lottery players think they can defy odds?
Associated Press It’s the ultimate fantasy: Walk into a store, plunk down a dollar, and with
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Newton Falls Exempted Village school board, 5:30 p.m. finance meeting, 6 p.m.
NSA SURVEILLANCE Is ’76 robbery legally relevant to spying?
Associated Press WASHINGTON The small-time case of a Baltimore purse-snatcher who got nabbed
Man sentenced after skipping sentencing a year ago
Sean Caceres is accused of punching another worker during the 2012 Canfield Fair
Woman in Kaluza case takes appeal to state high court
Hattie Gilbert was convicted of aggravated robbery, kidnapping, complicity to commit felonious assault and conspiracy to commit aggravated murder and was sentenced to 50 years in prison.
Steelers place Woodley on IR
The Steelers placed LaMarr Woodley on injured reserve Tuesday with a strained right calf.
In Syria, casualties overwhelm hospitals
Associated Press BEIRUT Hospitals in the northern Syrian city of Aleppo are overwhelmed with
Sentencing in Champion environmental hazard case delayed for 16th time
Sentencing delayed for Maryland man charged with creating an environmental hazard in Champion
METRO DIGEST || SR 11 backed up from crash tonight
Route 11 backup CANFIELD The driver of a vehicle southbound on state Route 11 near the
Stipends for college athletes
Opinion: Tulsa World, Tulsa, Okla. There always has been and likely always will be an unfair advantage held
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Angelina Fusco and Michael Glenellen, Youngstown, boy, Dec.
CAMPAIGN FINANCE Post-general election reports
Below is campaign financial activity from Oct. 17 to Dec. 6 for Trumbull County candidates and
Newton Falls, Braceville officials looking to discuss JEDD
Newton Falls and Braceville officials hope to have serious discussions after Jan. 1 about joint-economic-development district
Will Fed keep bond-buying pace?
Associated Press WASHINGTON Is this the week when the Federal Reserve finally slows its
New business filings decrease in Ohio
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Impress the grandchildren with your ability to get the hottest releases Gift guide to the best VIDEO GAMES
By LOU KESTEN Associated Press A video-game store can be daunting if you don’t know what you’re
Study: Methane in 15% of NY wells
Associated Press Some upstate New York state water wells naturally have explosive levels of
DOE: Pa. may rank 2nd in gas production in ’13
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The U.S. Department of Energy says that Pennsylvania may close out
Failure to extend jobless aid will make life tough for many
Editorial: With the U.S. House of Repre- sentatives adjourned for the Christmas holidays, more than 1 million
The guys are gearing up for 2014 reviews
The guys are gearing up for 2014 reviews The guys are accepting recommendations for their 2014 hit
A modern spin on holiday classics
Family Features Traditional goodies always add a touch of sweetness to the holidays. Updates to
Holiday Brunch An easy way to make your home celebration as fun as possible
Family Features A holiday cele- bration at home should be as much fun for the hosts as for friends
Saban: ‘There were no talks’ with Texas
Associated Press TUSCALOOSA, Ala. Alabama coach Nick Saban and the football team are moving on.
Shake things up this holiday season with tasty cocktails
Family Features ’Tis the season for entertaining, and festive cocktails are in fashion for
Bake up some holiday memories
Family Features For many families, the holidays are all about getting together to share old
The best of the best in 2013
The best of the best in 2013 Drinks columnist Brian Fry unveils his top- rated wines of 2013,
Classic, Comforting Soup Gets a Pork-Inspired Twist
Family Features “If I wasn’t a BBQ expert, I’d be cooking soups like this one all day long,” said
Tuesday, December 17 (118 stories)
Route 11 backed up tonight for miles after crash
The driver of a vehicle southbound on state Route 11 near the Canfield/Austintown township line was injured when she fell asleep at the wheel, drifted off the right side of the highway and slammed into the rear of an unoccupied, disabled vehicle late Tuesday afternoon.
Man sentenced after skipping sentencing a year ago
Man sentenced after skipping out on court date a year ago Man sentenced after skipping out on
Howland Board of Education proposes elimination of one elementary school
Howland Board of Education proposes elimination of one elementary school HOWLAND The
Are 300 jobs coming to Youngstown?
Are 300 jobs coming to Youngstown? The Ohio Tax Credit Authority on Tuesday approved a 60-percent,
Communities chosen to receive public works funds
mahoning valley 30 Mahoning Valley communities will receive grant funds from the Ohio Public Works
Youngstown school board approves contract and raises
Youngstown school board approves contract and raises YOUNGSTOWN The city school board
1976 crank-calling robbery laid basis for NSA phone data collection
In 1976, a Baltimore purse-snatcher got nabbed after crank-calling his victim. And that case laid the legal groundwork for today's worldwide government surveillance of telephone records in the name of protecting the U.S. from terrorists.
US urges citizens to leave South Sudan amid unrest
US urges citizens to leave South Sudan amid unrest JUBA, South Sudan (AP) — The United States
Hearing goes well for Jay Williams
Hearing goes well for Jay Williams WASHINGTON, D.C. — A vote by a Senate committee to recommend
Mega Millions jackpot soars to $636 million
Mega Millions jackpot soars to $636 million DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — The Mega Millions jackpot
Milton Twp. proposes changes in its zoning ordinance
Milton Twp. proposes changes in its zoning ordinance
Indian official: Diplomat’s arrest in NYC barbaric
Indian official: Diplomat’s arrest in NYC barbaric NEW DELHI (AP) — The arrest and alleged strip
Ginsburg: justices should stay if able to work
Ginsburg: justices should stay if able to work RESTON, Va. (AP) — Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg said
Weathersfield trustees have special meeting tonight
Weathersfield trustees have special meeting tonight
Banned Somali charcoal still finds ways into Gulf
Banned Somali charcoal still finds ways into Gulf KHASAB, Oman (AP) — Charcoal from Somalia is
Boil-water alert issued for section of Brookfield
Boil-water alert issued for section of Brookfield brookfield Due to a water main break, Trumbull
Putin: Russia to buy $15 billion in Ukraine bonds
Putin: Russia to buy $15 billion in Ukraine bonds MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin
Syria activists say Aleppo air raids killed 100
Syria activists say Aleppo air raids killed 100 BEIRUT (AP) — Syrian warplanes stepped up
Stocks edge lower ahead of Federal Reserve meeting
Stocks edge lower ahead of Federal Reserve meeting NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks edged lower in midday
Budget bill moves toward final passage in Senate
Budget bill moves toward final passage in Senate WASHINGTON (AP) — A bipartisan budget bill that
Nirvana, Kiss, Peter Gabriel headed to Rock Hall
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Why do lottery players think they can defy odds?
Why do lottery players think they can defy odds? It’s the ultimate fantasy: Walk into a store,
Ohio man sentenced to life imprisonment in wife's death
Ohio man sentenced to life imprisonment in wife's death
Sochi Olympic critics get terrorist treatment
Sochi Olympic critics get terrorist treatment SOCHI, Russia (AP) — They are fearless, stubborn and
BREAKING NEWS | Potential 300 jobs could come to Youngstown
BREAKING NEWS | Potential 300 jobs could come to Youngstown
Japan increases defense spending
Japan increases defense spending TOKYO (AP) — Japan today approved a plan to increase defense
Explosion hits near Hezbollah base in east Lebanon
Explosion hits near Hezbollah base in east Lebanon BAALBEK, Lebanon (AP) — A car bomb went off in
Budget deal splits GOP leaders in House, Senate
Budget deal splits GOP leaders in House, Senate WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republican leaders are
NKorea tries to project unity on death anniversary
NKorea tries to project unity on death anniversary PYONGYANG, North Korea (AP) — North Korea vowed
Snowden: NSA’s indiscriminate spying ‘collapsing’
Snowden: NSA’s indiscriminate spying ‘collapsing’ RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — National Security Agency
BREAKING NEWS | Suspect arrested in Nov. 15 Youngstown homicide
BREAKING NEWS | Suspect arrested in Nov. 15 Youngstown homicide
Judge’s word on NSA program won’t be the last
Judge’s word on NSA program won’t be the last WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge made headlines
TCTC will provide IBM testing
TCTC will provide IBM testing CHAMPION The Trumbull Career and Technical Center Adult Training
Search on for man who escaped after hearing
Search on for man who escaped after hearing NAZARETH, Pa. (AP) — Authorities are searching for a
Police: Boy, 10, shot in the face
Police: Boy, 10, shot in the face HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Authorities say a 10-year-old boy was
Salvation Army distributing toys today through Friday
The Mahoning County Salvation Army will distribute toys and clothes to some 2,200 pre-registered children and food vouchers for about 1,400 pre-registered needy families, individuals, men, women and the elderly.
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School All-Alumni Reunion, sponsored by the Campbell Memorial High School
Cafaro: Teddy's Law links schools, agencies to protect kids
State Sen. Capri Cafaro of Liberty, D-32nd, has introduced a bill requiring school superintendents and children services agencies to access a child-abuse database and possibly intervene before permitting a student to be either homeschooled or enrolled in a community Internet school.
Youngstown school teachers pass new contract
The school board is set to vote today on the proposed pact
Remembering, healing are focus of Longest Night Service
Three Warren churches and clergy join together for service on Wednesday
Ursuline QB changes choice to Virginia Tech
Ursuline QB changes choice to Virginia Tech YOUNGSTOWN Ursuline quarterback Chris Durkin has
Dellick hearing continued to Jan. 6
Both Dellick's lawyer and the special prosecutor requested the continuance.
Youngstown Mayor-elect McNally will keep 4 cabinet members
The other jobs will be filled before he takes office Jan. 1
Boardman to hire P.E. teacher for 9 students needing credits
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com BOARDMAN A physical-education teacher will be hired
McDonald school board OKs pay raises for office staff
By Mary Smith news@vindy.com McDONALD The McDonald Board of Education on Monday approved pay
Group drops petition to force Medicaid expansion
It cited controlling board action that expanded Medicaid coverage
Two men face aggravated burglary charges
The arrests came after the men were spotted inside a Boardman home early Sunday.
Longtime local news director Gary Coursen dies from cancer
Gary Coursen spent his entire 34-year career in the Youngstown market.
Halcon cuts 2014 drilling budget
Halcon plans to spend $950 million on drilling and completions, a 14 percent reduction that applies to all its active areas.
Toddlers learn at Hubbard library
Resting on their mom, Noelle Coggins, while listening to a story at Hubbard Public Library's Babies Read program are Ashton, 3, and Christian, 23 months.
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
‘Shipping Wars’ in Canfield for giant pumpkins
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com CANFIELD A segment of tonight’s episode of “Shipping
Retiring GM CEO Akerson: Bailout benefited taxpayers
Associated Press WASHINGTON Retiring General Motors CEO Dan Akerson says the government bailout
Devon Allman moves in new direction
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Devon Allman feels ragged. Whether it’s the nonstop
Judge: NSA likely violates Constitution
Associated Press WASHINGTON In a ruling with potentially far-reaching consequences, a federal
Why is the US purchasing Russian-made helicopters?
Editorial: The U.S. has been involved in the hostilities in Afghanistan longer than any other war in this
Network Solutions seeks tax assistance from state for proposed site in Youngstown
Network Solutions Provider will appear today before the Ohio Tax Credit Authority requesting tax-credit assistance for a proposed site in Youngstown.
Raising the minimum wage in US is an iffy proposition
Opinion: “It’s not true that life is one damn thing after another — it’s one damn thing over and over.”
us senate Budget measure gains GOP support
Associated Press WASHINGTON Bipartisan legislation to soften across-the-board spending cuts
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 23.40 .35 Avalon
‘Avatar’ sequels to be shot in New Zealand
By NICK PERRY Associated Press James Cameron will be returning to New Zealand to film three
FDA: Anti-bacterial soaps may not stop spread of germs
Associated Press WASHINGTON After more than 40 years of study, the U.S. government says it has
Don’t close the commissaries
Opinion: Sun Herald, Biloxi, Miss.: The notion that the Pentagon would close all stateside military
Man, woman charged with disorderly conduct in Campbell
The beef started over the refusal to move a car to allow city crews to clear snow from the street.
BP to donate $10K to Someplace Safe
BP to donate $10K to Someplace Safe WARREN British Petroleum will make a $10,000 donation to
Mega Millions jackpot hits $586M
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa The Mega Millions jackpot inched toward a U.S. lottery record
birthdays
birthdays Singer-actor Tommy Steele is 77. Keyboardist-singer Art Neville of the Neville Brothers
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Judge hears motions in death penalty case
The reason for the defense motion is that some of the samples that are to be tested could be destroyed by the testing process, said one of the defendant’s attorneys.
Eliminates need to transport patients to radiology
Eliminates need to transport patients to radiology
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, Dec. 17, the 351st day of 2013. There are 14 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Not all agree that Mandela was effective world leader
Opinion: Not all agree that Mandela was effective world leader Everyone has hopes and dreams, but it’s how
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses David L. Klemm, 62, of 865 Cook Ave., Boardman, and
Valley home sales up over Nov. ’12, thanks to Trumbull County
Staff report Home sales in Mahoning and Columbiana counties fell last month compared with a year
Sheriff: Suspect was last person seen with girl
Associated Press WOOSTER A man accused of killing a 9-year-old neighbor and hiding her body in a
Negligence case denied for wife of man killed by elevator
Associated Press COLUMBUS The wife of a man crushed to death by an elevator in a closed hotel
Holiday services
Holiday services The Vindicator will publish a listing of area services that are open to the
St. Elizabeth makes top safety list
St. Elizabeth makes top safety list YOUNGSTOWN SafeCare Group has placed St. Elizabeth Health
Support pours in for wounded Colo. girl
Associated Press CENTENNIAL, Colo. Support and concern for a 17-year-old girl critically
METRO DIGEST || Holiday gifts for tots, soldiers
Hugs for the Holidays drive ends Thursday VIENNA The Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport, along
2 women held captive in Cleveland have book deal
Associated Press NEW YORK Two of the three Ohio women held captive for years in a Cleveland
Man gets 28-year sentence in Ohio in $100M charity scam
Associated Press CLEVELAND A man convicted of masterminding a $100 million, cross-country Navy
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Newton Falls Public Library trustees, 6 p.m., 204 S. Canal St. Milton
Russian missiles raise concerns
Russian missiles raise concerns MOSCOW Lithuania and Poland expressed concern Monday about
Man jailed in burglary, beating
Darius Beasley, 21, of Youngstown, is in the Mahoning County jail on a $75,000 bond.
Cinnamon keeps fingers from freezing
Q. I eat my daily oatmeal with a sprinkling of cinnamon, hoping to lower my cholesterol. I didn’t
UN appeals for $6.5 billion for Syrian refugees
Associated Press BEIRUT The exodus of millions of people from Syria in one of the largest
NORAD promotes militarism in Santa-tracking video, group says
Associated Press DENVER The U.S. and Canadian military will entertain millions of kids again
oddly enough
oddly enough Dead leopard, other swag snagged at mansion party LA HABRA HEIGHTS, Calif.
Aching Pens win 4th straight
The steady stream of bold-faced names heading to injured reserve shows no signs of abating for the Pittsburgh Penguins.
nba roundup
nba roundup Monday’s games Magic 83, Bulls 82 CHICAGO Arron Afflalo scored 23 points and
Monday, December 16 (93 stories)
Longtime local news director Gary Coursen dies at 55
Gary Coursen, news director for local television stations WKBN and WYTV, died Monday after battling cancer. He was 55.
Crosby lifts Penguins past Maple Leafs 3-1
Crosby lifts Penguins past Maple Leafs 3-1 PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby’s 19th goal of the
P.E. teacher to be hired for 9 Boardman seniors
A physical education teacher will be hired to provide instruction to nine seniors in the Boardman School District who do not have the physical education credits required to graduate.
McDonald BOE approves raises
McDonald Board of Education Monday approved pay increases for central office staff in line with the 2.75 percent increase teachers recently received under a new three-year contract.
28-year sentence in Ohio in $100M charity scam
28-year sentence in Ohio in $100M charity scam CLEVELAND (AP) — A judge handed down a 28-year
Red Cross, Marines team up for Toys for Tots, phone cards for soldiers at airport
Red Cross, Marines team up for Toy for Tots, phone cards for soldiers at airport
Pa. man accused of killing 3 pleads not guilty
Pa. man accused of killing 3 pleads not guilty STROUDSBURG, Pa. (AP) — A man accused of killing
Sheriff: Ohio suspect last person seen with girl
Sheriff: Ohio suspect last person seen with girl WOOSTER, Ohio (AP) — Authorities in Ohio say an
TCTC to get nearly $300,000 state grant
TCTC to get nearly $300,000 state grant COLUMBUS The state Controlling Board signed off on more
Double bombing kills 23 Shiite pilgrims in Iraq
Double bombing kills 23 Shiite pilgrims in Iraq BAGHDAD (AP) — Authorities in Iraq say a double
28-year sentence in Ohio for man involved in $100M charity scam
28-year sentence in Ohio in $100M charity scam
Pregnant woman killed in crash, baby survives
Pregnant woman killed in crash, baby survives LEBANON, Pa. (AP) — A woman who was nine months
FDA raises safety concerns on antibacterial soaps
FDA raises safety concerns on antibacterial soaps WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug
Pa. inmate he’s tired of being linked to Patz
Pa. inmate he’s tired of being linked to Patz WILKES-BARRE, Pa. (AP) — A sex offender jailed in
John Dellick assault hearing pushed back to January
John Dellick assault hearing pushed back to January
McNally will retain four city Cabinet members
McNally will retain four city Cabinet members YOUNGSTOWN — Mayor-elect John McNally IV announced
Woman pleads in stabbing death
Woman pleads in stabbing death YOUNGSTOWN A woman charged with stabbing her boyfriend to death
Man, woman charged with disorderly conduct in Campbell
Man, woman charged with disorderly conduct in Campbell
TCAP in Warren offers emergency utility bill assistance
TCAP in Warren offers emergency utility bill assistance
US takes aim at China, ups naval aid to Vietnam, SE Asia
US takes aim at China, ups naval aid to Vietnam, SE Asia HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — Taking clear aim at
Youngstown police arrest man on domestic-violence charge
Youngstown police arrest man on domestic-violence charge
YNDC gets $200,000 grant
YNDC gets $200,000 grant YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation received
UN: $12.9 billion aid needs in 2014, half to Syria
UN: $12.9 billion aid needs in 2014, half to Syria GENEVA (AP) — The United Nations said today it
Relative: Mandela signer in group that burned men
Relative: Mandela signer in group that burned men JOHANNESBURG (AP) — The bogus sign language
Cleveland cop says hate is motive in transgender slayings
Cleveland cop says hate is motive in transgender slayings
Couple killed in western Pa. house fire
Couple killed in western Pa. house fire INDUSTRY, Pa. (AP) — Authorities say a husband and wife
FBI disrupts shootings through interventions
FBI disrupts shootings through interventions WASHINGTON (AP) — The FBI has helped to disrupt or
Youngstown woman to be arraigned on arson charges
Youngstown woman to be arraigned on arson charges YOUNGSTOWN An East Ravenwood Avenue woman is
Pa. state police issue report on school safety
Pa. state police issue report on school safety PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pennsylvania state police have
Man accused of killing 3 faces arraignment
Man accused of killing 3 faces arraignment STROUDSBURG, Pa. (AP) — A man accused of opening fire
Boy dies in 3-story fall from apartment
Boy dies in 3-story fall from apartment PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A 3-year-old boy has died after
Colleen McFadden | Daniel Nicastro
CLEVELAND The Rev. Neil Walters officiated at the 2 p.m. Sept. 14 wedding of Colleen McFadden and
Kimberly Brownlee | Jonathan Miller
COLUMBUS St. Mary Church was the setting when Kimberly Brownlee and Jonathan Miller, both of
Jennifer McClary | Winston Layton III
GIRARD Jennifer LaRisa Lynn McClary of Mineral Ridge and Winston Frederick Layton III of McDonald
Jessica Svasta | Ian Spellman
YOUNGSTOWN The Rev. Nathan Ortiz officiated at the 3 p.m. Sept. 21 wedding of Jessica Svasta and
Kristen Galgan | Franklin Ansevin
NORTH LIMA Kristen Danielle Galgan and Franklin Edward Ansevin were united in marriage during a
Amanda Pesta | Jeffrey Getsy
BOARDMAN St. James Meeting House in Boardman Park was the setting of the Nov. 2 wedding of Amanda
Farmers await outcome of 2 pending bills
By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@vindy.com CANFIELD Federal leaders in the House and Senate have
For Browns, it’s the same old story
Cleveland lost its fifth straight, crumbling in the fourth quarter once again.
Troggio’s talent, smarts lead her to West Liberty
The Springfield catcher was drawn to the school’s business school and softball program.
A court rejects a charter amendment similar to one in Youngstown giving bonus points to city residents
The decision could end up in state Supreme Court
Canfield Township receives money for park
Canfield Township receives $40,000 in grant funds from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Kaepernick, 49ers rip Buccaneers
The San Francisco quarterback hurt Tampa Bay with his arm and his feet.
Live music on television this week:
Live music on television this week: v The Head and the Heart: Tuesday on “Conan” (TBS) v Johnny
KATIE RICKMAN | The VindicaTOR
KATIE RICKMAN | The VindicaTOR Renowned journalist Simeon Booker Jr. addresses the more than 600
GM Lordstown plays key role in company’s financial rebirth
Editorial: With the U.S. Treasury Depart- ment’s sale of the federal government’s shares in General Motors, and
oddly enough
oddly enough Yuma cat somehow gets head caught in dog-food can YUMA, Ariz. It wasn’t the kind
Robots readied for big test
Associated Press PENNSAUKEN, N.J. The real world has not caught up yet with “Star Wars” and its
Poll: Health law eroding coverage
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans who already have health insurance are blaming President
Curbing domestic violence
Opinion: Herald-Journal, Spartanburg, S.C.: A bill pre-filed in the state House of Representatives would be a
Coast Guard: Let barges ship fracking water
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The U.S. Coast Guard wants to allow barges filled with fracking
Paul T. Ciccarello
Paul T. Ciccarello Accused of Probation/Parole violation Height: 5’9” Weight: 210 Hair:
41-year sentence sought for scammer
Associated Press CLEVELAND A mysterious figure convicted of masterminding a $100 million, cross-
birthdays
birthdays Actress Liv Ullman is 75. Journalist Lesley Stahl (“60 Minutes”) is 72. Writer-producer
Strip-club fight goes to trial
Associated Press CINCINNATI A six-year fight over whether to allow a strip club to open in the
Kelly L. Colwell, center, of Boardman received a master’s degree from YSU in respiratory care.
Kelly L. Colwell, center, of Boardman received a master’s degree from YSU in respiratory care.
Years Ago
Today is Monday, Dec. 16, the 350th day of 2013. There are 15 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
ACCOUNTING 6 EGCC students accepted into IMA
Staff report youngstown Eastern Gateway Community College accounting students Laurice Abdullah,
Mandela buried in hills of South Africa
Associated Press QUNU, South Africa His flag-draped coffin resting on a carpet of animal skins,
Dinh is Kent State’s Scholar of the Month
Staff report CHAMPION Hai Dinh, associate professor of mathematical sciences at Kent State
YSU Deadline nears to nominate for diversity awards
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The deadline is Jan. 10 to nominate individuals for Diversity Leadership
YSU Tau Beta Pi inducts new chapter members
Staff report youngstown Youngstown State University’s Ohio Lambda Chapter of Tau Beta Pi, an
Photo contest runs through Tuesday
Photo contest runs through Tuesday YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning-Youngstown Community Action
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday McDonald Community Chest, 6 p.m., Woodland Park United Methodist Church.
Poland 8th-graders tour MCCTC
Staff report canfield More than 180 eighth-grade students from Poland Middle School spent the
Neighbor arrested in death of girl, 9
Associated Press A neighbor was arrested Sunday in the killing of a 9-year-old Ohio girl whose
Museum features body-parts exhibit
Associated Press TOLEDO Preserved human organs and other body parts line the glass-enclosed
Peter O’Toole dies in London at 81
Associated Press LONDON Known on the one hand for his starring role in “Lawrence of Arabia,”
‘Tips for Jesus’ leave servers smiling, richer
Associated Press NEW YORK The $111.05 New York restaurant receipt includes a $1,000 tip and the
Ex-YSU coach on medical leave
Ex-YSU coach on medical leave AKRON University of Akron men’s basketball director of basketball
McCain: CIA misled Congress on American missing in Iran
Associated Press WASHINGTON Sen. John McCain said Sunday that the CIA has not been forthcoming
Bachelet regains Chile presidency
Bachelet regains Chile presidency SANTIAGO, Chile Chile’s once and future leader Michelle
Neighbors help plow after fire
Associated Press WRIGHTSVILLE, Pa. A rural south-central Pennsylvania community that lost
YSU fetes firsts
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Sunday’s commencement ceremonies at Youngstown State
195 Ohio attorneys fail to fulfill education hours
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio Supreme Court commission has sanctioned 195 attorneys for
DOG LICENSES | Where to get them
Besides the Mahoning County Auditor and county Dog Warden’s offices, here are the other places where
There is $8.6 million available for communities' infrastructure projects
There is $8.6 million available for communities' infrastructure projects
Mill Creek Park glistens in the snow Wonderful Winter
By WILLIAM D. LEWIS lewis@vindy.com BOARDMAN When the topic of Mill Creek Park is mentioned,
TRUMBULL COUNTY Courts
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Joshua L. Payton, 36, of 1714 Beechwood St. NE,
public works | Also seeking funds The District 6 Public Works Integrating Committee has $8,639,000 for communities in the Mahoning Valley asking for project funding. These communities in Mahoning and
Mahoning County Mahoning County Sanitary Engineer, Bailey Road emergency water tie-in, $532,048,
Sunday, December 15 (85 stories)
YSU graduate first to accomplish feat
YSU graduate first to accomplish feat YOUNGSTOWN Kelly L. Colwell didn’t realize until this
Valley communities await word on public works funding
Valley communities await word on public works funding Mahoning Valley communities learn Tuesday if
Miss Peck and Mr. Gulaskey are engaged
POLAND Lloyd and Vikki Peck of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Elizabeth
Miss Mulcahy, Mr. Biggs set summer rites
Mark and Nancy Mulcahy of Atlanta, formerly of Boardman and Poland, are announcing the engagement of
Nicole Caudell, John Breneman plan June rites
AUSTINTOWN Cathy Breneman is announcing the engagement of her stepson, John Joseph Breneman, and
Natalie Plescia, Simon Arias will wed in August
Natalie L. Plescia of Pittsburgh and Simon Anthony Arias III of Campbell are engaged and planning an
Smiths, family mark 50th anniversary at surprise dinner
AUSTINTOWN A surprise dinner Nov. 23 at the Hartville Kitchen honored Gerald and Judith Smith of
Catalines’ 40th to be celebrated with trip to Las Vegas
AUSTINTOWN A celebratory trip to Las Vegas in the spring awaits Austintown couple Richard and
Family members gather to celebrate Hrinaks’ 72nd wedding anniversary
STRUTHERS On Nov. 28, Thanksgiving Day, John and Lucille Hrinak of Struthers celebrated their 72nd
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Senior Independence Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., has planned the following:
SENIOR CITIZENS
55-Plus Club of Liberty will meet at 11:30 a.m. Thursday at First Christian Assembly Church,
GARDEN CLUBS
TUESDAY East members will meet for a Christmas party at 11:30 a.m. at the Stonebridge Grille &
Ohio OKs increased use of overdose-treatment drug by first responders
Ohio takes steps to put overdose-fighting drug in hands of more first responders
The Best of the Best in Area High School Sports | Fall 2013
The Vindicator is pleased to announce its Fall Sports Athletes of the Year.
LaBrae’s Aldridge neutralizes Mooney
Peyton Aldridge scored a game-high 30 points, hauled down 17 rebounds and rejected six shots.
Valley volunteers provide household items, mentoring, love to foster care veterans
Provide household items, mentoring and love
Falcon Animal Rescue opens in Austintown
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Pet photos with Santa, a basket raffle, a
YSU’s Perry scores 28 points in loss to Pitt
Kendrick Perry finished with a game-high 28 points, four steals and four assists.
3rd generation candy-cane-maker teaches his art downtown Youngstown
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Doris Chianello loves all things Youngstown –
Well-rounded West Branch gets past Boardman
West Branch High coach Walt DeShields realizes the public perception of his team.
All Aboard: Expo Center is station for train enthusiasts of all ages
Expo Center is station for train enthusiasts By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES If you
New Castle pulls away from Poland
Bulldogs coach Ken Grisdale calls the defeat a learning experience.
Stambaugh launches $2.5M drive for improvements
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The exterior of Stambaugh Auditorium, one of the city’s most
METRO DIGEST || Send us your holiday listings
Send holiday events The Vindicator will publish a listing of area services that are open to the
Career-best 27 by O’Hara lifts Indians
After taking a 14-10 first-period lead, Girard (4-2) outscored Springfield, 23-2, en route to securing its third win this week.
ARMED FORCES | Retired Army Col. Timothy C. Gorrell
ARMED FORCES VETERANS Appointment COLUMBUS Retired Army Col. Timothy C. Gorrell recently was
YSU grad’s book examines Oswald
hYSU grad’s book examines Oswald FROSTBURG, MD. Scott P. Johnson, formerly of Girard and a
BOOKER EXCERPT || Injustice created solidarity among Southern blacks
The last of a five-day serial from a book by renowned journalist and Youngstown native Simeon Booker
Fight for justice must go on, Booker vows at tribute dinner
Simeon Booker Jr., a nationally prominent journalist who was honored Saturday at Youngstown State University, greets Cameron Stewart, with whom he grew up in Youngstown. With them is Stewart’s daughter, Marthella Allen, and Booker’s son, Teddy.
Obama toxic for Ohio Dems
Opinion: When the fall 2014 campaign for Ohio governor rolls around, today’s controversy over a tax scofflaw
AREA BOWLING SCORES
AMRON (SRI Investment Seniors) — Neil Guerrieri 266-753, Al Nuzzi 246-675, Carl Cramer 278-670,
YSU’s next provost must have a plan for academic recovery
Editorial: Youngstown State University’s six-year graduation rate is 37 percent, while other four-year
Bengals looking to keep momentum against Steelers
Welcome to the new AFC North, the one where the balance of power is 60 minutes away from sitting well west of Pittsburgh and Baltimore.
Cures for common holiday messes
There’s always plenty to do around the holidays, so Consumer Reports asked its cleaning and textile
Mandela’s dignity, generosity of heart transformed the world
Opinion: Nelson Mandela holds a tender place in my heart. I never met the man, but he embodied everything
RECORD REVIEWS
R. KELLY Album: “Black Panties” Grade: B R. Kelly likes sex. A lot. Always has and probably
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic, 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.:
Selected local stocks
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newsmakers
newsmakers Khloe Kardashian divorcing Odom LOS ANGELES After months of speculation, Khloe
Ask Mr. Know It All
Q. What is pleather? Quite some years ago, I saw an ad for a chair made of genuine pleather. R.L.,
Vintage Estates lists holiday beer winners
Vintage Estates lists holiday beer winners BOARDMAN Vintage Estates has announced the winners of
Long overdue honor for Booker
Editorial: Today marks a special and long overdue homecoming of honor for one of Youngstown’s most dynamic
China seeks to export apples to US
Associated Press SPOKANE, Wash. China has its sights set on exporting its fruit to the United
Career Paths
Banking Farmers National Bank has promoted Amber Wallace to senior vice president, chief
Vaughn J. Gobel reflects on a long career and top honor.
By Tom McParland tmcparland@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Vaughn J. Gobel Sr. had no idea he was even
basketball Saturday’s other games
GIRLS Denver East 70, Struthers 55 STRUTHERS Jonnae Richardson scored 29 points to lead Denver
Births
Births St. joseph Health Center Selina Shearer and Christopher Sudnik Sr., Garrettsville, boy,
Storm brings dangerous travel, deferred shopping
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. A winter storm blanketed a wide swath of the Northeast with a
Rampage in Colo. school lasted less than 2 minutes
Associated Press CENTENNIAL, Colo. A teenager who wounded a fellow student before killing
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Lordstown Village Council, caucus at 6 p.m., followed by regular meeting, village
Cutler returns to face Browns
Josh McCown returns to a reserve role today behind starter Jay Cutler.
Honoring a civil-rights icon
Opinion: Today, Simeon Booker Jr. receives a college degree from Youngstown State University when
Nelson Mandela makes final journey home
Associated Press QUNU, South Africa Nelson Mandela came home Saturday. A hearse carrying
Hundreds of reproduction phrenology heads are sold online, although few understand what the word
Hundreds of reproduction phrenology heads are sold online, although few understand what the word
Fire reported at bar in Campbell
Staff report CAMPBELL A fire at Patsy’s Bar on Wilson Avenue forced an evacuation late Saturday
Malkin hurt as Penguins beat Red Wings on road
Evgeni Malkin had a goal and two assists before hurting his left leg early in the third period of the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 4-1 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday night.
Heavy Internet use can lead to anxiety
Associated Press CLEVELAND College students reading this story and others online for hours may
TRUMBULL, COLUMBIANA COUNTY courts
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints George Tomlin v. Bryant Boyd, personal injury.
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Pearl Harbor Day reminds us of need to honor all veterans
Opinion: Pearl Harbor Day reminds us of need to honor all veterans After reading last Sunday’s article on
China probe makes soft lunar landing
China probe makes soft lunar landing BEIJING China on Saturday successfully carried out the
Mount Union wins thriller to return to D-III title game
A lot of numbers were staring Mount Union in the face Saturday — 16 trips to the Stagg Bowl, 19 straight Division III semifinal appearances, 28 wins in a row, 77 straight home victories.
birthdays
birthdays Actor-comedian Tim Conway is 80. Singer Cindy Birdsong of The Supremes is 74. Drummer
Years Ago
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James scores 25 as Heat top Cavs
LeBron James scored 25 points against his former team, leading the Miami Heat to a 114-107 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday night.
Community rallies around victims of fatal SW Ohio fire
Associated Press KETTERING A southwest Ohio community is collecting donations to provide clothes
KELLI CARDINAL | THE VINDICATOR
KELLI CARDINAL | THE VINDICATOR Isabella Rios 6, of Youngstown and her mom, Michelle Weimer, place
Financial disclosure exemptions raise ethical questions
Associated Press DAYTON, Ohio Some kinds of public officials in Ohio are exempt from financial
Developer willing to sell house for bitcoin
Associated Press LAS VEGAS A casino owner-turned-commercial developer is asking $7.85 million to
Ross, Smith power unbeaten Buckeyes
LaQuinton Ross and Lenzelle Smith Jr. each scored 18 points to lead No. 3 Ohio State past North Dakota State, 79-62, on Saturday night.
Texas coach Mack Brown resigns
Texas coach Mack Brown resigns AUSTIN, Texas Texas says coach Mack Brown has stepped down and
Saturday, December 14 (75 stories)
New Austintown pet rescue grand opening today
Pet photos with Santa, a basket raffle, a donation, and a chance to play with cats were all part of the Falcon Animal Rescue’s grand opening.
3rd-generation candy cane-maker shares his trade at Tyler event downtown today
Doris Chianello loves all things Youngstown – everything from having shopped at the former Strouss' and Higbee’s department stores to making candy canes.
Model trains go high-tech at Eastwood Expo Center
If you think this weekend’s Great Train Expo appeals only to model railroading enthusiasts of a certain age nostalgic for an America of their childhood, then you should have a talk with Gavin Esposito of Hubbard.
Amid holiday activities, a somber Newtown marks first anniversary of school massacre
Bells tolled 26 times to honor the children and educators killed one year ago in a shooting rampage at Sandy Hook Elementary School as local churches held memorial services and the country marked the anniversary with events including a White House moment of silence.
Tutu to attend Mandela funeral after all
Retired Archbishop Desmond Tutu changed course Saturday night and announced plans to attend the funeral of anti-apartheid hero Nelson Mandela after all.
Mandela event cancelled at Arab American Center
The executive committee of the Arab American Community Center here has cancelled today's event, "Celebrate the Life of Nelson Mandela" because of the bad weather conditions.
Snow-related traffic crashes reported in region
Snow-related traffic crashes reported in region YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown- and Warren-area
Worst of snowfall is over for the Valley
Worst of snowfall is over for the Valley The snow is expected to let within the hour, said the
If you're out, tell us about the roads; if you're home, stay there
Driving conditions are poor on many roads in Mahoning and Trumbull counties this evening as the snow keeps coming.
Miss DeLuca and Mr. Porter plan nuptials
YOUNGSTOWN Mr. and Mrs. Anthony L. DeLuca, the parents of Elizabeth A. DeLuca, all of Youngstown,
Miss Muyskens, Mr. Simko plan Jan. wedding
CANFIELD Mr. and Mrs. Edward Simko of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their son, Peter
Miss McDougal, Mr. Purfey plan Jan. wedding
The parents of Jessica McDougal of Warren and Stephen Purfey of Cortland are announcing the
Jones-Metzinger vows will be exchanged
Carl and Kathy Jones of Boardman and Tom and Vinetta Metzinger of Austintown are announcing the
Holsinger-Post wedding plans are revealed
POLAND Michelle Holsinger of Poland is engaged to Jared Post of Fort Recovery, Ohio, her parents
Richie-Zielke vows will be exchanged
Rebecca Renee Richie of Boardman and Robert Arthur Zielke of Peninsula, Ohio, are announcing their
Free car seat safety checks in Boardman today
Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley and Safe Kids Mahoning Valley are offering free car seat safety checks from 12:30 to 3 p.m. today at Boardman Township Fire Department, 136 Boardman-Poland Road.
East Ohio customers likely to pay less, despite higher gas prices
Dominion East Ohio set its December rate at $4.42 per mcf, but the average bill will likely be $11.52 cheaper.
Driver steers Fitch past Niles
After Fitch’s 16-point lead dwindled to one early in the fourth quarter of Friday night’s game, the Falcons turned to their senior guard and said, in effect, “It’s time to be more selfish.”
BOOK EXCERPT | A not-too-subtle threat
The fourth of a five-day serial from a book by renowned journalist and Youngstown native Simeon
Ex-agent rooting for Clarett
One of Clarett’s former agents, Josh Luchs, who makes an appearance in the film, knows firsthand the drama that followed Maurice Clarett.
Former YSU, NFL player Jones gets new kidney
Sore as the incision from his kidney transplant surgery might still be, Donald Jones’ outlook on life is suddenly fresh.
Campbell 7th-graders visit Rescue Mission to hand-deliver donations
The seventh-graders are enrolled in Lisa Steigerwald-Kana’s and Nadyne Stallsmith’s music appreciation and technology classes
Third grade reading scores drop in Mahoning Valley
Only 11 Valley school districts saw their percentages increase
Freshman point guard provides spark in YSU victory
It’s no secret that the Youngstown State women’s basketball team has holes to fill, especially with finding a point guard.
Campbell holds off Newton Falls
Campbell Memorial continued its rise to the top of the All-American Conference’s National Division with a 51-46 victory over Newton Falls.
Williamson students earn bikes for good grades
Omega Phi Psi’s local chapter awarded the bicycles to students for academic achievement during the first part of the school year
Trumbull jurors say complicated legal jargon made murder case difficult
Trumbull jurors say complicated and vague legal jargon made murder case difficult
Brookfield takes advantage of YCS foul trouble
In the deciding third quarter of Brookfield’s 64-55 victory against Youngstown Christian on Friday night, it was just as important what was happening off the court as it was on it.
Saban, Alabama reach long-term agreement
Saban, Alabama reach long-term agreement Alabama’s Nick Saban is staying put, apparently for the
OSHP IDs driver in fatal Howland accident, says he fell asleep at wheel
The Ohio State Highway Patrol has released the name of the driver of a car they believe struck and killed a 55-year-old Howland woman Sunday night on King-Graves Road.
Activists found guilty for trespassing at Niles injection well site
The two were arrested Nov. 25 at the entrance to a well run by American Water Management of Howland just north of the North Road-Main Street intersection.
Seitz’s 34 points power Blue Devils past Rockets
Racing out to a 14-point lead in the first quarter, the McDonald High boys basketball team appeared to be on its way to a romp.
Youngstown Mayor-elect McNally raised close to $100K to win
The mayor’s former chief of staff, who also ran, failed to file a finance report by Friday’s deadline
Wellsville dominates Mineral Ridge in battle of ITCL unbeatens
The Tigers and Seth Bradford punched Ridge in the mouth from the opening tip, dominating in a 79-55 rout that sent a clear message to the rest of the ITCL that Wellsville is a team to be reckoned with this season.
Austintown girl asks fellow students to donate toys
Lexi Cintron of Austintown, an eighth-grader at Austintown Middle School, and her social studies teacher, Jaclyn Elias, organize toys and gifts donated to Lexi's Holiday Helpers. Lexi has been collecting toys for less fortunate kids in the community since she was 6. She and her classmates will donate the toys to the Rescue Mission.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Francis R. Fitch IV, 27, of 882 Evergreen Road,
Student gunman wounds two, kills himself at Colo. high school
Associated Press CENTENNIAL, Colo. A teenager who may have had a grudge against a teacher
Las Vegas Sands scraps ‘EuroVegas’
Associated Press MADRID Casino operator Las Vegas Sands on Friday scrapped plans to build a
Key bills enacted by split votes
Opinion: COLUMBUS Lawmakers left town for the holiday break but not before pushing through dozens of bills
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 23.05 —.06 Avalon
GM sells stake in PSA Peugeot Citroen
Associated Press DETROIT General Motors Co. has decided to unload its 7 percent stake in French
Agent to farmers: Budget now for 2014
By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@vindy.com canfield Valley farmers should be careful budgeting for
A humanitarian gesture
Opinion: The Monitor, McAllen, Texas: Some callously might say that providing emergency medical treatment on
Christmas past and present
Opinion: In 1931, I was 7 years old; 80 years later, in 2011, I had reached the ripe old age of 87. Comparing
Trumbull commissioners look to buy First Place offices in Warren
The county would use some of the space for storage
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, 8 p.m.: New York Voices will
Two-year budget reflects the reality of divided government
Editorial: Speaker John A. Boehner was able to fight off growing opposition from tea party Republicans in the
On peacemaking
On peacemaking GIRARD The recent death of Nelson Mandela has again raised the question of how
Prospects for budget legislation solid in Senate
Associated Press WASHINGTON One day after winning lopsided House approval, bipartisan
Toyota to enter settlement mediation
Associated Press SANTA ANA, Calif. After a four-year legal battle, Toyota is entering settlement
Walsh University students give card to pope
Staff report NORTH CANTON Pope Francis accepted a handmade, heart-shaped card from Walsh
birthdays
birthdays Singer Joyce Vincent- Wilson of Tony Orlando and Dawn is 67. Actress Patty Duke is 67.
Send information for holiday listing
Send information for holiday listing The Vindicator will publish a listing of area services that
Years Ago
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STORYTELLING
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com BOARDMAN 2 The presentation will be at the worship
School workers plead not guilty in rape case
Associated Press STEUBENVILLE Four eastern Ohio school workers entered not guilty pleas Friday
Railroading expo
Railroading expo NILES Miniature railroading is highlighted today and Sunday at the Great Train
Airport worker arrested in bomb scheme
Associated Press WICHITA, Kan. A Kansas man who prosecutors say sympathized with violent
METRO DIGEST || Free car seat safety checks today
Free car-seat checks offered at fire station BOARDMAN Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley
Appeals court overturns judge's decision
Judge Evans dismissed the case in 2012 after Charity’s attorneys filed a motion to dismiss because they claimed the state violated Charity’s right to a speedy trial.
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people on these charges this week. They are expected to
Pressure to find missing American
Pressure to find missing American WASHINGTON The Obama administration faced intensified pressure
Buckeyes still aren’t over defeat
The Ohio State Buckeyes were hoping to prepare for a major bowl game. Just not this one.
Cleveland man convicted in fire deaths of 9
Associated Press CLEVELAND A former drug dealer has been found guilty at his retrial in the
First Place toy drive
First Place toy drive YOUNGSTOWN First Place Bank is collecting new, unwrapped toys at all of
Irving, Waiters lift Cavs to rare road win
Kyrie Irving scored 31 points and Dion Waiters added 21 for Cleveland.
Allen making plays for Steelers
Will Allen’s 10-year NFL career has taken some twists. Now he finally appears settled in for a second stint with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Friday, December 13 (153 stories)
Warren Family MIssion seeking toys for kids, teens
The Warren Family Mission is need of new unwrapped toys for children and teens for its annual toy give away on Dec. 21.
Jang’s execution leaves China in delicate position
Jang’s execution leaves China in delicate position BEIJING (AP) — The stunning execution of Kim
Beyonce announces, releases new album on same day
Beyonce announces, releases new album on same day NEW YORK (AP) — Beyonce has released her new
Brisk sales raise Mega Millions jackpot to $425M
Brisk sales raise Mega Millions jackpot to $425M DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Superstition didn’t deter
Prospects for budget legislation solid in Senate
Prospects for budget legislation solid in Senate WASHINGTON (AP) — One day after winning lopsided
UPDATE: Sheriff: Colo. school shooter wounds 2, kills self
UPDATE: Sheriff: Colo. school shooter wounds 2, kills self CENTENNIAL, Colo. (AP) — A student who
Sheriff: Colo. school shooter wounds 2, kills self
Sheriff: Colo. school shooter wounds 2, kills self CENTENNIAL, Colo. (AP) — A suburban Denver
Militant rise galvanizes Assad’s camp in Syria war
Militant rise galvanizes Assad’s camp in Syria war DAMACUS, Syria (AP) — Ahmed Luay’s second-
Warren Family Mission needs toys for giveaway
Warren Family Mission needs toys for giveaway WARREN The Warren Family Mission is need of new
UPDATE | Man arrested in car bomb plot at Kan. airport
Man arrested in car bomb plot at Kan. airport
American missing in Iran was on unapproved mission
American missing in Iran was on unapproved mission WASHINGTON (AP) — In March 2007, retired FBI
BREAKING NEWS | Jurors find Michael Burns guilty in accomplice's death
Jurors find Michael Burns guilty in accomplice's death
Activists found guilty of trespassing at Weathersfield well site
Activists found guilty of trespassing at Weathersfield well site
S. Africa investigates sign interpreter
S. Africa investigates sign interpreter JOHANNESBURG (AP) — The South African government said
BULLETIN | Suspect arrested in attempted bombing at Kan. airport
Suspect arrested in attempted bombing at Kan. airport
More purges may follow execution in North Korea
More purges may follow execution in North Korea PYONGYANG, North Korea (AP) — The execution of
Youngstown mayor-elect John McNally
Dec. 13, 2013 | John McNally talks about many of his plans for his new post.
Mahoning Valley could get up to 7 inches of snow by end of Saturday
Mahoning Valley could get up to 7 inches of snow by end of Saturday
100,000 gather to see Mandela, many turned away
100,000 gather to see Mandela, many turned away PRETORIA, South Africa (AP) — An estimated 100,000
Former Pa. tennis coach texted, tried to kiss teen girl
Former Pa. tennis coach texted, tried to kiss teen girl
Snow moves Saturday Pa. high school football games to Sunday
Snow moves Saturday Pa. high school football games to Sunday
Patrol believes driver fell asleep, vehicle killed woman
Patrol believes driver fell asleep, vehicle killed woman HOWLAND The Ohio State Highway Patrol
Ohio's Athens County apologizes for offensive drill
Ohio's Athens County apologizes for offensive drill
UPDATE | Brisk sales raise Mega Millions jackpot to $425M
Brisk sales raise Mega Millions jackpot to $425M
Ohio Supreme Court sets Feb. 26 arguments in drilling case
Ohio Supreme Court sets Feb. 26 arguments in drilling case
Poland driver cited for DUI after incident on West Side
Poland driver cited for DUI after incident on West Side
Campbell cops cite Pa. man for drug possession
Campbell cops cite Pa. man for drug possession CAMPBELL A 41-year-old New Castle, Pa., man was
Man pleads not guilty to theft charge
Man pleads not guilty to theft charge BOARDMAN A 25-year-old man from Navarre was arrested
Sales brisk for tonight's $400M Mega Millions game
Sales brisk for tonight's $400M Mega Millions game
More than 40,000 Ohio 3rd-graders lag reading target
More than 40,000 Ohio 3rd-graders lag reading target
CLUB CALENDAR
ALLIANCES Ohio Cultural Alliance will meet for a dinner meeting at 6 p.m. Jan. 6 at Mount Carmel
Christmas concert set Saturday at Second Chance Ministry
Christmas concert set Saturday at Second Chance Ministry
Burns trial closes with focus on crowbar as deadly weapon
Burns trial closes with focus on crowbar as deadly weapon WARREN In closing arguments in the
Pleasant Grove Presbyterian to present Christmas vespers
Pleasant Grove Presbyterian to present Christmas vespers YOUNGSTOWN The music department of
Christmas concert planned at Northside Baptist Church
Christmas concert planned at Northside Baptist Church LIBERTY Nancy Honeytree, gospel singer,
Multiple people stabbed after Denver football game
Multiple people stabbed after Denver football game
Mahoning judge for third time denies early release to felon
Mahoning judge for third time denies early release to felon
Great Train Expo is Saturday and Sunday at Eastwood Expo Center
Great Train Expo is Saturday and Sunday at Eastwood Expo Center
East Palestine woman killed in one-car crash
Troopers with the Lisbon Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol are investigating an accident early Thursday that killed 25-year-old Kayla McDanel of East Palestine.
Chaney students power through Hour of Code
Millions of students worldwide participated in the effort which was support by technology companies.
Numbers seeking jobless aid increase
The number of people seeking U.S. unemployment benefits rose 68,000 last week to a seasonally adjusted 368,000, the largest increase in more than a year.
BOOKER EXCERPT || Awakening ‘the sleeping Negro’
The third of a five-day serial from a book by renowned journalist and Youngstown native Simeon
Wildcats scratch out AAC road victory
Statistically, Struthers and Canfield were almost identical Thursday night in every category.
Former Poland star Wollet wraps up college career at KSU
Luke Wollet, an ex-Kent State safety/ex-Poland High standout/ex-McDonald’s devotee, played his final college football game more than three weeks ago.
Former YSU lineman Bryant begins NFL quest
Youngstown State’s Kyle Bryant has dreamed of being an NFL player since he was a kid growing up in Detroit.
Poland lottery worker indicted for stealing tickets
A worker at the local Ohio Lottery office was indicted Thursday by a Mahoning County grand jury.
Haden still unsure of Browns’ progress
The Browns are walking the fine line between ‘Wait ’til next year (sigh),” and “Can’t wait until next year.”
Two years probation for Austintown brothel operator
A woman accused of running a brothel on Mahoning Avenue in Austintown was sentenced to two years’ probation Thursday in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court.
Big-play problems plague Pittsburgh
The plays keep popping up on video, one after another, no two of them quite alike, save for the result: big chunks of yardage against a defense not used to giving them up so easily.
Weathersfield OKs 3 percent bonus for full-time employees
Employees were credited for saving Weathersfield Township money
Boardman Christmas pageant promotes trust in God
The cast of “Just Believe” urges the audience to take that leap of faith to trust God through dialogue and song.
GIRLS BASKETBALL | Thursday’s other games
Denver East 61, Boardman 51 BOARDMAN The Angels, one of Colorado’s top teams, used a 24-point
More than half Ohio third-graders meet requirements to advance a grade
More than half of Ohio third-graders scored high enough on an initial reading test in October to meet state requirements to advance a grade level next year, education officials said Thursday.
Fitch students ask for jean donations
Students at Austintown Fitch High School are asking community members to donate a pair of jeans for the poor during this holiday season.
Tressel moves up at Univ. of Akron
Associated Press AKRON Former Ohio State University football coach Jim Tressel is moving up at
Weathersfield gauges interest in renewing township festival
Weathersfield gauges interest in renewing township festival
Injuries, losses prompt ban on collisions
Baseball officials are up front about this: They want to ban home-plate collisions to guard their investments.
YSU officials optimistic about budget plan
Additional savings may be realized through energy reductions, officials said
Truck overturns, spills ‘dirty water on Andrews Ave.
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A truck carrying about 4,500 gallons of industrial wastewater from Avon
Home Instead, volunteers play Santa for Valley seniors
Dottie Johntony, left, and Carol Hitchcock show off the gifts they’ve gathered, with the help of community members, as part of Home Instead Senior Care center’s “Be a Santa to a Senior” program. In the program’s first year, 200 seniors were given gifts. Since then, the number has been as high as 800.
Man killed in crash
Man killed in crash YOUNGSTOWN Police say Juan Santiago, 28, of Courtland Avenue in Campbell was
Canfield Community Briefs
Monday Night Writers meeting to be Dec. 16 Area writers, both published and unpublished, are
Harrison returning to Pittsburgh
Linebacker James Harrison is the latest Bengals player trying to get healthy in time for the next game. And this one means a little more to the former Pittsburgh Steelers star.
Mega Millions jackpot hits $400M
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Outshined by massive jackpots since Powerball doubled the cost
Area school districts must not give up on Straight A funding
Editorial: The Trumbull County Career and Technical Center merits a shiny fresh apple and three gold stars for
Newsmakers
newsmakers ‘SNL’ plans to add black female actor NEW YORK NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” plans to
Lorde is now pop royalty
Associated Press NEW YORK Lorde may never be a royal, but these days, she’s living like one.
Scrooge award goes to Sen. Paul
Opinion: WASHINGTON The year’s not over, but it’s not too early to declare the hands-down winner of this
Obama makes ‘big discovery’
Opinion: WASHINGTON The education of Barack Obama is a protracted process as he repeatedly alights upon the
Houston company to spend $260 in Marcellus and Utica plays
The investment was part of its approved $400 million capital expenditure budget for the 2014 fiscal year, which includes the acquisition of mineral leases.
Feds try to smooth health care transition
Associated Press WASHINGTON Anticipating more health care disruptions, the Obama administration
YBI to receive $450,000 from state
Money will help current YBI companies and may help to recruit new ones
Steel exports drop in October
Richard Chriss, executive director of AIIS, said the decrease in exports represents a declining demand for American steel.
It’s all about envy
Opinion: In a Dec. 4 speech, President Obama declared income “inequality” to be “the defining challenge of
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 23.11 .38 Avalon
Budget peace follows rebuke by Boehner
Associated Press WASHINGTON Battle-fatigued and suddenly bipartisan, the House voted Thursday
Freeze college tuition
Opinion: Madison (S.D.) Daily Leader: In his annual budget address, Gov. Dennis Daugaard proposed a tuition
Local car sales up in December from a year ago
Local dealers moved 4,630 new and used cars in November, up from 4,533 last year.
Cutler will return for Bears against Browns
The Chicago Bears insisted all along that quarterback Jay Cutler would get his job back once he was ready, no matter how well Josh McCown was playing.
Money approved for emergency repairs in Beaver Township
The emergency repair is for a sanitary sewer along Market Street Extension in Beaver Township that collapsed about a quarter mile south of Western Reserve Road.
New ‘Hobbit’ breathes fire into trilogy ‘DESOLATION’ DELIGHTS
REVIEW ‘The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug’ Rating: PG-13 for extended sequences of intense
Manziel could become second two-time winner
Johnny Manziel isn’t sure if he’ll declare for the NFL draft next month.
Poland Sports Briefs
Girls basketball defeated by LaBrae The Poland girls basketball team lost to LaBrae 47-38 Dec. 9
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic, 7 p.m.: Every
birthdays
birthdays Actor Dick Van Dyke is 88. Actor Christopher Plummer is 84. Country singer Buck White
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., corner of Fruit St., Youngstown, food
North Korea executes Kim’s uncle as traitor
Associated Press PYONGYANG, North Korea North Korea said today that it had executed Kim Jong
Average 30-year mortgage eases to 4.42%
Associated Press WASHINGTON Average U.S. rates for fixed mortgages eased slightly this week,
Club to host Santa
Club to host Santa CANFIELD The Kiwanis Club of Western Mahoning County will host Santa Claus on
Chargers buck Broncos to stay in playoff race
Peyton Manning wanted more rest. He got plenty Thursday night thanks to Philip Rivers and a San Diego defense that slowed down Manning and handed the Broncos an unexpected and harmful loss.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Thomas V. Metzinger, 26, of 1870 Birch Trace Drive,
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Benjamin Grant and Katelyn Martin, Youngstown, boy, Dec. 11.
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Dec. 13, the 347th day of 2013. There are 18 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
oddly enough
oddly enough Police: Pa. panhandler claimed to be state trooper LATROBE, Pa. Police say an
FitzGerald’s miscue could be costly
Opinion: The failure of Ed Fitz-Gerald, running for the Democratic nomination for governor next year, to
Pregnant woman’s killer seeks mercy
Associated Press COLUMBUS A condemned inmate who raped and killed a pregnant woman deserves
Money raised goes to Akron Children's Mahoning Valley
Money raised goes to Akron Children's Mahoning Valley
Police offer surveys on domestic violence
Associated Press PITTSBURGH City police soon will begin giving victims of domestic violence an
Commissioners adopt ‘very tight’ $50.2 million budget
The county will work to keep its programs in place under an austere budget, commissioners’ chairwoman says.
Wean Foundation extends its support of three strategic partners
Wean Foundation extends its support of three strategic partners
Officials: US drone strike kills 13 in Yemen city
Associated Press SANAA, Yemen Missiles fired by a U.S. drone slammed into a convoy of vehicles
Four dead in fire at house in Kettering
Associated Press KETTERING The Ohio State Fire Marshal’s office says there is no evidence of any
Fake interpreter ‘saw angels’ at event
Fake interpreter ‘saw angels’ at event JOHANNESBURG The sign language interpreter at Nelson
SRU’s Mihalik named regional coach of year
SRU’s Mihalik named regional coach of year SLIPPERY ROCK, PA. Slippery Rock University Head
Local business man joins Rotary Club
Ed Kalaher, local businessman and new Rotarian, spoke to the Rotary Club of Austintown recently
Valley men have ceremonial ‘shave-off’
Local physicians, health care workers and businessmen who gave up shaving the entire month of
Students say ‘yes’ to drug free life
At Boardman High School’s first “Yes Fest” on Nov. 26, students were encouraged to say yes to volunteering and activities rather than to drugs.
Alzheimer’s Association Presents Program
The Alzheimer’s Association Greater East Ohio Area Chapter will be offering a Living with
Moms and sons have date ‘knight’ at park
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com Moms and their sons enjoyed a memory-making
Boardman Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants winter sports news It’s winter sports season. Your young athletes have already
Business Academy Students Showcased in Columbus
The Austintown School District shared one of its outstanding programs during the annual Student
Alzheimer’s Association Presents Living with Alzheimer’s Program
The Alzheimer’s Association Greater East Ohio Area Chapter will be offering a Living with
Moms and sons have date ‘knight’ at park
Moms and their sons enjoyed a memory-making night at Boardman Park. The Date “Knight” with Mom, offered Nov. 22, included food, dancing and crafts.
Boardman orchestras to present winter concert
The Boardman High School symphony, chamber and classical orchestras will present its annual Winter
Poland Seminary High School Honors – First grading period
High Honors Ninth Grade Sarah Albert Stephanie Bass Shelby Berend Jordan Blake Sarah
Local veteran to speak at meeting
Local veteran, Robert (Bob) Bishop, will be the speaker at the Mahoning Valley World War II Heritage
Poland students named AP scholars
Nine students from the Class of 2013 and one from the Class of 2014 at Poland Seminary High School
Lanterman’s Mill hosts Olde Fashioned Christmas
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com It looked a lot like Christmas at Lanterman’s Mill
Boardman Community Briefs
Monday Night Writers meeting to be Dec. 16 Area writers, both published and unpublished, are
Students learn economic values
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com Students at St. Christine’s School are learning
Students celebrate Thanksgiving
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at St. Luke’s Early Childhood Learning Center
Children make colorful bracelets
By NATALIE WRIGHT nscott@vindy.com Children used Rainbow Loom kits to create bracelets of the
Community groups partner to help those in need
Thanks to a combined community group effort, several families in the Canfield community were able to enjoy a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner this year.
Poland Community Briefs
Monday Night Writers meeting to be Dec. 16 Area writers, both published and unpublished, are
Local veteran to speak
Local veteran, Robert “Bob” Bishop, will be the speaker at the Mahoning Valley World War II Heritage
Poland library offers book gift gathering
Local authors brought their work to the Poland library Dec. 5 and shared it with the public.
Sinchak honored
On Nov. 1, following an all school Mass to commemorate All Saints Day, Mandy Sinchak led her
Wreaths to honor veterans for holiday season
On Dec. 14, members of the Mahoning County, Ohio State University Master Gardeners will gather
Austintown Community Briefs
Monday Night Writers meeting to be Dec. 16 Area writers, both published and unpublished, are
Hilltoppers cozy up with a good book
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at Hilltop Elementary School didn’t have to do much
Canfield high school girls’ 2013 soccer season
The 2013 Canfield High School Girls’ soccer season finished with a banquet at St. Michael Family
Hilltoppers learn about career choices
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School students were given the
Poland varsity wrestling splits tri-match
Poland defeated Chippewa High School 41-33 with wins by pin coming from Anthony Morucci, Bob Murcko,
Joint Fire District gives holiday fire safety tips
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Western Reserve Joint Fire District wants everyone to be
Canfield Sports Briefs
Canfield dominates tri-match The Canfield varsity wrestling team defeated Beaver Local and
Alzheimer’s Association Presents new program
The Alzheimer’s Association Greater East Ohio Area Chapter will be offering a Living with
Cameron gives dancers lessons on Broadway skills
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com Students at Ruth’s Dance and Fitness Co.
Local WWII veteran to speak on Pearl Harbor
Local veteran, Robert (Bob) Bishop, will be the speaker at the Mahoning Valley World War II Heritage
POW tells story of captivity
Daniel King was kept captive by the Germans more than 65 years ago, but he still remembers the details of his imprisonment. He shared his memories, and the story of his plane going down, with members of the Friends of Austintown library Nov. 25.
Boardman Park Awards Friend of 4-H Award
Heritage Oaks in Sebring was the setting for this year’s Mahoning County 4-H Award Ceremony Nov. 7.
Thursday, December 12 (140 stories)
Local, state cleanup crews working through tonight to clean Andrews Ave. spill
A truck carrying about 4,500 gallons of industrial wastewater from Avon to here, where it was to be cleaned at Environmental Specialists Inc., crashed into a fence on Andrews Avenue this afternoon after the driver lost control of his brakes.
Early Christmas gift? House approves budget bill with ease
A budget agreement between key Republicans and Democrats. Even President Barack Obama was on board. All without anyone threatening to repeal this or shut down that.
House OKs defense bill dealing with sexual assault
House OKs defense bill dealing with sexual assault WASHINGTON (AP) — The House overwhelmingly
Sentence in Texas teen’s fatal DWI wreck stirs ire
Sentence in Texas teen’s fatal DWI wreck stirs ire HOUSTON (AP) — “Affluenza,” the affliction
Officials: US drone strike kills 13 in Yemen
Officials: US drone strike kills 13 in Yemen SANAA, Yemen (AP) - Missiles fired by a U.S. drone
CIA publicly denies ties to American spy missing in Iran for 7 years
An American who vanished nearly seven years ago in Iran was working for the CIA on an unapproved intelligence-gathering mission that, when it came to light inside the government, produced one of the most serious scandals in the recent history of the CIA - but all in secret, an Associated Press investigation found.
Mysterious ‘white widow’ eludes police in Africa
Mysterious ‘white widow’ eludes police in Africa AYLESBURY, England (AP) — She is called the most
Sentence in Texas teen's fatal DWI wreck stirs ire
Sentence in Texas teen's fatal DWI wreck stirs ire
Boehner hits tea party groups as budget vote nears
Boehner hits tea party groups as budget vote nears WASHINGTON (AP) — The battle-fatigued U.S.
Ohio landowners: state delaying flood compensation
Ohio landowners: state delaying flood compensation
Mahoning commissioners approve pact for sewer repairs in Beaver Township
Mahoning commissioners approve pact for sewer repairs in Beaver Township
'12 Years' 'Hustle' lead Globes nominations
‘12 Years,’ ‘Hustle’ lead Globes nominations The harrowing historical epic “12 Years a Slave” and
UPDATE | Ohio prosecutor: Slain pregnant mom was prostitute
Ohio prosecutor; Slain pregnant mom was prostitute
Kerry back to Mideast to push peace talks
Kerry back to Mideast to push peace talks RAMALLAH, West Bank (AP) — Continuing a furious pace of
Pa. District Attorney: Charges coming in death of NYC student at frat ritual
Pa. DA: Charges coming in death of NYC student
Sandusky lawyer sued over $25,000 credit card debt
Sandusky lawyer sued over $25,000 credit card debt STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — The ex-defense
Mild 2013 cuts Arctic a break, warming woes remain
Mild 2013 cuts Arctic a break, warming woes remain WASHINGTON (AP) — The rapid melting in the
Texas coach Mack Brown mum on future amid speculation
Texas coach Mack Brown on future amid speculation
Putin defends Russian conservative values
Putin defends Russian conservative values MOSCOW (AP) — President Vladimir Putin cast Russia today
Weathersfield gauges interest in renewing township festival
Weathersfield gauges interest in renewing township festival Staff report MINERAL RIDGE
Many optimistic despite Mandela’s passing
Many optimistic despite Mandela’s passing PRETORIA, South Africa (AP) — Nelson Mandela is gone,
Ohioan to seek clemency in wife's hospital killing
Ohioan to seek clemency in wife's hospital killing
Sharon, Pa., keeping Tommy gun meant for Dillinger
Sharon, Pa., keeping Tommy gun meant for Dillinger SHARON, Pa. (AP) — The police department here
Cops: Worker took bribes for driver’s licenses
Cops: Worker took bribes for driver’s licenses PITTSBURGH (AP) — A former state driver’s license
Interpreter at Mandela event: 'I was hallucinating'
Interpreter at Mandela event: 'I was hallucinating'
Warren Family Mission hosts winter festival Saturday
Warren Family Mission hosts winter festival Saturday
Mahoning commissioners adopt 2014 general fund budget
Mahoning commissioners adopt 2014 general fund budget YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County
BurgerGuyz (MVBRB)
Dec. 12, 2013 | Mahoning Valley Burger Review Board member John Spatar and Chef Melvin McKee from Bogey’s Bar and Grill
Two years probation for accused brothel operator
Two years probation for accused brothel operator Woman sentenced in prostitution case
Pregnant woman's condemned Ohio killer seeks mercy
Pregnant woman's condemned Ohio killer seeks mercy
Austintown girls 'Pink Out' basketball game is tonight
Austintown girls 'Pink Out' basketball game is tonight
Boardman police charge teen with felonious assault
Boardman police charge teen with felonious assault
Bill opens access to Ohio adoptees' birth certificates
Bill opens access to Ohio adoptees' birth certificates
Youngstown Business Incubator gets Ohio Third Frontier funding
Youngstown Business Incubator gets Ohio Third Frontier funding
Heating bill assistance available in Mahoning County through March
Eligible Mahoning County households can receive heating-utility bill assistance through the Home Energy Assistance Program Winter Crisis Program, which runs through March 31.
Home Savings fund gives to United Way
Home Savings fund gives to United Way Home Savings Charitable Foundation recently donated to two
Wreaths to be placed to honor military
The Mahoning Valley’s Ohio State University Master Gardeners will gather Saturday to participate in the national annual Wreaths Across America Day.
Female libido drug still in limbo
The multidecade search for a pill that boosts sexual desire in women has hit another roadblock, raising questions about the future of efforts to develop a female equivalent to Viagra.
Homemade kolachi highlights Cookie Walk
St. Joseph Cultural Society at St. Joseph the Provider Church sponsors the event.
Groups differ on shale’s job impact on Valley economy
Studies raise questions about the actual economic impact of a fracking boom in Ohio
Butch, McDaniels impacted Clarett
The two coaches were a positive influence for the talented youngster.
YSU, unions chip away at budget to avert layoffs
Members of a joint task force of the Youngstown State University administration and four employee unions have agreed on about half of the cuts needed to prevent layoffs among union ranks.
Beacham leads Ursuline girls past Harding
The 6-foot-1 sophomore scored 32 points for the Irish, who won 52-40.
Bucs stress anti-bullying to kids
Several Pirates were at the Butler Institute of American Art for the annual CARE-a-Van event.
Grads of Mahoning drug court affirm its 15 years of success
More than 650 people have graduated from Judge Durkin’s drug court over its 15-year history.
Ex-Youngstown mayor Williams to face Senate panel Tuesday
He could be confirmed as early as later this month or January by the Senate
OSU, Clemson trade praise, not punches
Buckeyes coach Urban Meyer is the first coach to lead three different teams to a BCS Bowl.
McCoo and Davis Jr. put spin on holiday concert
Around the holidays, The 5th Dimension’s hit “Up, Up & Away” takes on a new meaning with Santa Claus’ global trek.
Stage Left revisits diner with ‘Jingle My Bell 2’
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com LISBON Back in 2010, Stage Left Players debuted “Jingle My
YOUNGSTOWN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA NEW YORK VOICES will fill auditorium
There aren’t too many acts that last a quarter of a century.
Rust Belt Brewing opens tap room
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Rust Belt Brewing Co. finally has a place of
‘Spirit of Christmas’ at Victorian
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Victorian Players in conjunction with Centaur Stage Productions will
Warren Twp. cops use Facebook to alert residents of murder suspect
A still-unidentified man has been arrested in connection with Monday’s Atlantic Street homicide, possibly bringing to a close two days’ worth of fear for residents of Atlantic Street, Lordstown and Warren Township.
Browns’ Gordon runs into record book
The second-year receiver has opened eyes over the last four weeks.
YSU task force nears end of line
Task force members say they’re still working and not giving up hope
Event planned in Canfield for Wreaths Across America
The ceremony will be at 10 a.m. at the Paradise United Church of Christ Cemetery on New Buffalo Road.
METRO DIGEST || Chaney students to perform
Chaney Visual and Performing Arts students, part of the Youngstown City Schools, will perform at the 21 WFMJ-TV “Project Feed Our Valley” event at Eastwood Mall on Saturday.
Mahoning prosecutor opposes early release in 2011 domestic assault case
Victim opposes early release from prison of a man who broke her eye socket while pistol-whipping her, prosecutor says.
Mickey & pals to cheer Youngstown toddler after cancer
Sixteen-month-old Dalton Bodnar will be the guest of honor, along with his mom and dad, Dana and Michael Bodnar, at tonight’s opening performance of “Disney on Ice” at the Covelli Centre. Dalton was chosen for the Magical Night Out after undergoing three rounds of chemotherapy for testicular cancer. He is now cancer-free.
NIGHTLIFE
Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476 Thu: Karaoke with
Despite losses, Roethlisberger, offense clicking
The Steelers QB can go over 4,000 yards in a season for the third time on Sunday.
John Weed Powers left an indelible mark on the area
Editorial: Atty. John Weed Powers was from a generation that lived the biblical admonition, “From everyone who
Nelson Mandela believed in power of human spirit
Opinion: By VICTOR WAN-TATAH Special to The Vindicator The passing of Nelson Mandela, freedom fighter
BLS releases stats on work-related deaths
BLS releases stats on work-related deaths COLUMBUS There were 154 fatal work-related injuries
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra brings pops concert to New Castle
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra will open a series of three concerts in New Castle, Pa., with “Holiday Pops” next Thursday at the Scottish Rite Cathedral.
Thriller is no laughing matter
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords In the standard spy thriller, our hero gets captured by agents of a
First Place Bank closes two branches
A spokesman said the consolidation has nothing to do with the company’s issues with online operations that caused frustration for First Place customers in July or the change in ownership to Talmer Bancorp.
Don’t fast-track executions
Opinion: The Tennessean, Nashville: The state of Tennessee is infusing its commitment to the death penalty
Federal budget deal will increase deficit for three consecutive years
Associated Press WASHINGTON A newly minted budget deal to avert future government shutdowns
“Michael J. Fox Show” (9:30 P.M., NBC): Don’t you hate it when this happens? On
“Michael J. Fox Show” (9:30 P.M., NBC): Don’t you hate it when this happens? On “The Michael J. Fox
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Annie,SDRq Crown Theater Productions, Main Street Theater, 5 N. Main St.,
Philibin keeps Dolphins steady amid scandal
Given the team’s disarray six weeks ago, it’s remarkable Miami is 7-6.
Harsin goes home for Boise State job
Boise State has hired former player and offensive coordinator Bryan Harsin to be the Broncos next head coach.
NFL | News and notes
Washington Redskins: Mike Shanahan gave Robert Griffin III a rest, and may have turned up the
NORTHERN OHIO New-vehicle sales increase
Staff report cleveland New-vehicle sales in northern Ohio are up compared with the previous year
Local families to get free computers
From now until Dec. 20, any K-12 student in Mahoning County can go to the Computer Shoppe, 2620 Mahoning Ave., and enter the drawing for a free refurbished HP Dual-Core Processor desktop computer.
Make your own potpourri
Q. Can I make homemade potpourri with items from my garden, even if I don’t grow herbs? Jill from
Vinegars, pillows or bouquets can make an... Herbal Christmas
Herbal Christmas gifts are magical, and giving is more fun when you can say, “I made it for you from things from my garden.”
‘Slave’ receives four SAG nominations
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Steve McQueen’s historic saga “12 Years a Slave” topped the
Concert to benefit typhoon victims
By GUY D’ASTOLFO Youngstown Bernadette Lim, a local actress and musician, was shocked by the
Protect your plants from winter damage
By Bill Snyder OSU Ext. program assistant Winter assaults your plants from many sources. But if
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Tyler Perry’s A Madea Christmas (PG-13) Coaxed into helping a friend pay her
cookie walk
cookie walk St. Joseph Cultural Society at St. Joseph the Provider Church of Christ, The Good
Mancini film will be shown on television
Staff report The new documentary film about Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini will get its television
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Pa. man, 109, cites unlisted number for longevity JERMYN, Pa. What’s the secret
AIRLINES Higher security fee set to raise costs
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS The cost of flying is headed higher now that Congress has agreed on
Drop-off clothing shed placed in Girard
The shed will be sponsored by New Life Christian Fellowship as a fundraiser and community service. New Life will receive $40 for every 1,000 pounds of clothing donated.
Winter lawn damage
Winter lawn damage Care for your lawn continues during the cold, snowy months of winter. Simple
Bill requires drivers to move over for vehicles
Staff report COLUMBUS Drivers would be required to move over for snowplows, road sweepers and
QUOTABLE LeBRON JAMES, Heat forward, on NBA rivalries:
“There is no real rivalry in the NBA these days. You don’t see the competition enough or play the
JD Eicher and the Goodnights go well with a plate of pasta
Television commercials often include interesting new music from talented but unknown artists. The
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Dec. 12, the 346th day of 2013. There are 19 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
HEAP heating program runs through March 31
The program provides assistance to eligible households that are threatened with disconnection, are already disconnected, or have less than a 10-day supply of bulk fuel.
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
2 hurt as car hits trees on Route 11
Staff report GIRARD Two people were seriously injured just after 1:30 p.m. Wednesday when the
More than 51,000 Ohioans apply for health coverage on website
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS More than 51,000 Ohioans submitted applications through
US BUDGET DEAL AT A GLANCE
A proposed congressional budget agreement would avoid a government shutdown in January and set
VALLEY GROWS CALENDAR
2013 Youngstown Christmas Bird Count When: Saturday What: Sign up to help collect data for the
Accident investigators: Pilot who crashed was ill-prepared
Associated Press WASHINGTON The pilot of the jet that crash-landed at San Francisco’s airport
Struthers schools
Struthers schools STRUTHERS At the Struthers Board of Education’s special meeting Tuesday, the
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Timothy A. Smith Jr., 29, of 59 N. Schenley Ave.,
Interpreter at event is called fake
Associated Press JOHANNESBURG As one world leader after another paid homage to Nelson Mandela at
Final witness in Michael Burns murder trial testifies about drug results
Final witness in Michael Burns murder trial testifies about drug results
Health care sign-ups rise, may not close gap
Associated Press WASHINGTON With time running short, the nation’s health care rolls still aren’t
LAPD to officers: Buckle up
Associated Press LOS ANGELES If you’ve ever been pulled over by a police officer for not wearing
Narduzzi withdraws from UConn search
Narduzzi withdraws from UConn search EAST LANSING, Mich. Michigan State defensive coordinator
Zimmerman won’t face domestic-violence charges
Associated Press MIAMI George Zimmerman will not face domestic-violence charges because his
Thousands bid farewell to Mandela
Associated Press PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA Black and white, old and young, South Africans by the
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Horizon Science Academy governing board, 6 p.m., 3403 Southern Blvd., Youngstown.
Struthers council weighs property-tax levy
Staff report STRUTHERS The city is looking further into placing a property-tax levy that is
Man accused of taking TV
Police arrested the suspect after he had a run-in with Walmart security guards.
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Struthers council considering road levy
The city is looking further into placing a property tax levy that is specific to street resurfacing on the May 6 ballot.
India’s Supreme Court upholds anti-gay sex law
India’s Supreme Court upholds anti-gay sex law NEW DELHI (AP) — India’s Supreme Court struck down
Interpreter for deaf at Mandela event called fake
Interpreter for deaf at Mandela event called fake JOHANNESBURG (AP) — The sign-language
FDA takes steps to phase out antibiotics in meat
FDA takes steps to phase out antibiotics in meat WASHINGTON (AP) — Citing a potential threat to
Prosecutor: No domestic charges against George Zimmerman
Prosecutor: No domestic charges against George Zimmerman
Ukrainian leader offers talks, protesters say no
Ukrainian leader offers talks, protesters say no KIEV, Ukraine (AP) — Opposition leaders in
Mahoning County prosecutors oppose early release of felon
Mahoning County prosecutors oppose early release of felon
World leaders bow, pray at Nelson Mandela’s casket
World leaders bow, pray at Nelson Mandela’s casket PRETORIA, South Africa (AP) — World leaders and
Ohio ex-teacher gets 2-year sentence on sex charge
Ohio ex-teacher gets 2-year sentence on sex charge
VIP patrols back for the holidays
VIP patrols back for the holidays VIP patrols back for the holidays youngstown The police
Health care signups pick up pace in November
Health care signups pick up pace in November WASHINGTON (AP) — Playing catch-up with a long way to
House Republicans signal support for budget deal
House Republicans signal support for budget deal WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans signaled
Chaney VPA students and WFMJ-TV 21 team up to Feed Our Valley
Chaney VPA students and WFMJ-TV 21 team up to Feed Our Valley NILES Chaney Visual and
Final witness in Michael Burns murder trial testifies about drug results
Final witness in Michael Burns murder trial testifies about drug results WARREN Dr.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Calvary United Methodist Church, 12062 South Ave. Ext., North Lima, will have a drive-
UPDATE | Man killed on MLK after impact with traffic light pole
Man killed on MLK after impact with traffic light pole YOUNGSTOWN A man was killed at the scene
Craft show Saturday
Craft show Saturday YOUNGSTOWN The second annual A Christmas to Remember craft show will take
Fatal car mishap closes 422 at V&M Star
Fatal car mishap closes 422 at V&M Star YOUNGSTOWN A fatal car crash involving a utility pole
Struthers Rotary carols to Maplecrest Nursing Home residents
The carolers included not only Rotarians, but also five senior women's basketball players from Struthers High School and their coach.
ESPN film 'Youngstown Boys' puts Clarett, Tressel back in spotlight
By Ryan Buck rbuck@vindy.com From the time he graced the covers of newsstands as a high-schooler
Tressel & Clarett | Relationship of 'Youngstown Boys' survives tough times
Jim Tressel and his former star running back Maurice Clarett are inevitably linked.
Ursuline grad Narduzzi wins Broyles Award
The Michigan State assistant coached the nation’s top defense.
'Shocking the Conscience' A look at segregation
The author was on assignment for two black-owned publications.
Warren man, 22, killed in shooting at Atlantic Street market
The manager of Atlantic Beverage says Khaled M. Nassar, 22, had gone to his car Monday night for a minute to turn it off — and found someone in the back seat.
Niles wins with game on the (free throw) line
The Red Dragons outscored Struthers 44-36 in the second half.
OSHP: Car that hit Howland woman went into ditch
The Ohio State Highway Patrol says it believes the vehicle that hit pedestrian Antoinette M. Ross, 55, of Hunt Club Trail in Howland late Sunday or early Monday went into the roadside ditch where her body was found.
Boardman no match for McKinley
The visiting Bulldogs rolled past the Spartans 96-43 in the Federal League opener for both teams.
Niles man testifies about firing shot that killed intruder
Roy Hahn, 41, told jurors Tuesday in Michael Burns’ murder trial that he woke up from a “dead sleep” to hear “a loud crunching or cracking” coming from a side door being pried open.
Donny and Marie holiday show has Vegas touch
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Four decades have passed since Donny Osmond first emerged
PREP ROUNDUP | Tuesday’s other games
Fitch 65, Canfield 59 AUSTINTOWN Quincy Higgins scored 10 of his 16 points in the first quarter
Agee conviction upheld in Repchic murder
An appeals court upheld Kevin Agee’s conviction in the shooting death of Thomas Repchic and the wounding of Repchic’s wife, Jacqueline; but it ordered Agee resentenced.
Eric Kearney steps aside as the Democratic lieutenant governor candidate
He said last week there was no way he’d quit the campaign
Liberty nuisance property brought down in controlled burn
The township is finally rid of the last nuisance building in an abandoned apartment complex.
Sister Jerome's Kids will get help with college expenses
Sister Jerome Corcoran introduces Sister Jerome’s Kids — Mission College during a press conference Tuesday in Tyler Mahoning Valley Historical Center in downtown Youngstown.
Ohio public workers deserve no protections on impairment
Editorial: Many drivers in the Buckeye State likely echo the incredulous sentiments of Doug Scoles, executive
GM CEO is 1st woman to lead US car company
Associated Press DETROIT Mary Barra has spent the past three years as General Motors’ product
Obama hails Mandela as ‘last great liberator of 20th century’
Associated Press JOHANNESBURG Amid cheers and song for the prisoner who became peacemaker,
newsmakers
newsmakers NBC lures viewers with music, football NEW YORK Singing and hard-hitting football
Farm outlook meeting planned
Farm outlook meeting planned CANFIELD A farm outlook meeting will be offered from 10:30 a.m. to
METRO DIGEST || Help fill a cruiser for Newton Falls, veterans pantries
Fill A Cruiser event NEWTON FALLS The Newton Falls Police Department will have its annual Fill A
Compromise deal restores $63B in cuts
Shedding gridlock, key members of Congress reached a budget agreement Tuesday to restore about $63 billion in automatic spending cuts from programs ranging from parks to the Pentagon.
New Johnny Cash album to be released next spring
By CHRIS TALBOTT AP Music Writer NASHVILLE, Tenn. There’s new never-before-heard music coming
A giant success story
A giant success story The Churchill Commons Giant Eagle recently conducted its annual holiday wine
Easy award-winning recipe
Family Features Whether needed for an impromptu brunch, a gift-giving occasion or just a snack for
Game Time
Game Time Matchup: Bengals (9-4) at Steelers (5-8) Kickoff: 8:30 p.m., Sunday Where: Heinz
Online sales tax law overdue
Opinion: The Tampa Tribune: The state of New York now has a battle-tested template for Florida legislators
Newtown’s year: Grief, tough choices
Associated Press NEWTOWN, Conn. A year later, inside the big house on Berkshire Road, dolls fill
Campbell’s Sikora earns classroom honor
Campbell’s Sikora earns classroom honor WAYNESBURG, Pa. Waynesburg University junior linebacker
birthdays
birthdays Actress Rita Moreno is 82. Singer David Gates of Bread is 73. Actress Donna Mills
New Eye Care site
New Eye Care site WARREN Eye Care Associates will break ground on its new office Saturday.
European probe on course for comet landing
Associated Press BERLIN It’s been likened to a parachutist trying to land on a mountaintop. Or a
GM workers donate toys to Salvation Army
Stack of toys including 18 bicycles will go to more than 100 children for Christmas
Senate OKs 2 Obama nominees
Associated Press WASHINGTON Democrats overwhelmed outnumbered Republicans and pushed a pair of
Police move on protesters’ camp in Ukrainian capital
Associated Press KIEV, Ukraine Police clashed with protesters and tore down their tents in the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 23.34 —.11 Avalon
Method 8 academy to screen 3 films
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Method 8 Arts Academy will screen three locally made films starting at 6
Reward offered for info on whereabouts of murder suspect
Lavelle Stanley, 24, is charged with the killing of 25-year-old Elliot Stewart of Youngstown and the wounding of his brother, 26-year-old Derrick Stewart.
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Trumbull Career and Technical Center school board, 6 p.m., board room, 528
A poor educational system
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords There’s a growing army of the working poor in our nation, and big
SPORTS BY THE NUMBERS 774 Source: Associated Press
The number of receiving yards for Cleveland Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon in the last four games.
nfl | News and notes
San Francisco 49ers: Ryan Seymour was standing on the visitor’s side of Candlestick Park on Sunday.
The release of the Coen brothers’ new film, “Inside Llewyn Davis,” has sparked
The release of the Coen brothers’ new film, “Inside Llewyn Davis,” has sparked renewed interest in
Throw the Perfect Holiday Pairing Party Classic Combos
Family Features From cookies and milk to the partridge in a pear tree, the holidays are filled
Steelers aren’t giving up on 2013
The playoffs are practically off the table for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Hot chocolate on a stick is a unique, tasty holiday gift
Family Features ’Tis the season of giving — and Hot Chocolate on a Stick is a fun and thoughtful
QUOTABLE CRAIG BOHL, who is leaving North Dakota State for Wyoming, on his message to the Bison players:
“I said, ‘Hey, this is a man’s game played by men. You want to get all emotional and have a big cry
Irving, Cavaliers thump Knicks
Fresh off an embarrassing 41-point loss at home to Boston on Sunday, New York dropped to 5-15.
college football | News & notes
No decision on Brown: Texas Athletic Director Steve Patterson says no decision has been made about
A meat-eater’s delight
A meat-eater’s delight Mark and Mike say their experience during a recent visit to Dubic’s Palm
Tuesday, December 10 (101 stories)
Crews working on water line breaks tonight
Crews worked Tuesday evening to repair water main breaks in two communities.
Suit: Marine’s body sent home to Pa. without heart
Suit: Marine’s body sent home to Pa. without heart PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The parents of a Marine
6 missing adults, children found alive in Nevada
6 missing adults, children found alive in Nevada RENO, Nev. (AP) — A desperate search for a couple
Bipartisan negotiators reach modest budget pact
Bipartisan negotiators reach modest budget pact WASHINGTON (AP) — Shedding gridlock, key members
Egypt’s Moussa defends draft charter
Egypt’s Moussa defends draft charter CAIRO (AP) — Egypt’s best-known diplomat said today that a
Appellate court upholds Kevin Agee murder conviction
Appellate court upholds Kevin Agee murder conviction
Red Cross: C.African Republic death toll over 500
Red Cross: C.African Republic death toll over 500 BANGUI, Central African Republic (AP) — Aid
Reward offered for info leading to capture of murder suspect
Reward offered for info leading to capture of murder suspect
Obama thrills crowd as he honors Mandela
Obama thrills crowd as he honors Mandela JOHANNESBURG (AP) — U.S. President Barack Obama exhorted
Police investigate alleged beating by Eagles fans
Police investigate alleged beating by Eagles fans PHILADELPHIA (AP) — An investigation is underway
Man shot in chest on South Side
Man shot in chest on South Side Man shot in chest on South Side Staff report youngstown
Austintown man faces charge of assault on police officer
Austintown man faces charge of assault of police officer
Kelly Pavlik faces arraignment Wednesday on OVI charge
Kelly Pavlik faces arraignment Wednesday on OVI charge
Pa. man killed over headphones, police arrest suspect
Pa. man killed over headphones, police arrest suspect
Springfield Township trustees meet Wednesday night
Springfield Township trustees meet Wednesday night
2 men charged with drug offenses after traffic stops in Campbell
2 men charges with drug offenses after traffic stops in Campbell
Teen student claims he was struck by vehicle in Boardman High School parking lot
Teen claims he was struck by vehicle in Boardman High School parking lot
GM names Mary Barra CEO, 1st woman to head car company
GM names Mary Barra CEO, 1st woman to head car company
Ohio school board member resigns due to lobbying conflicts
Ohio school board member resigns due to lobbying conflicts
Warren woman accused of theft at TJ Maxx
Warren woman accused of theft at TJ Maxx BOARDMAN Boardman police arrested a Warren woman on
UPDATE | Suspect sought in shooting death of Warren 22-year-old
Suspect sought in shooting death of Warren 22-year-old WARREN A shooting and robbery at Atlantic
Home Savings foundation makes donation to UW in Columbiana
Home Savings foundation makes donation to UW in Columbiana
REUNIONS
South High School Class of 1963 will meet for its monthly breakfast at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Perkins
Spanish-language trees on display
Spanish-language trees on display BRISTOLVILLE Students in the Spanish language classes at
SOV-Poland is accepting items for Rescue Mission
Food and personal items are needed at the Rescue Mission.
The accomplice was killed during the attempted burglary
Jurors are being asked to decide whether the defendant’s conduct is responsible for the purported fellow burglar’s death.
Patrick McClurkin now facing charges in South Carolina relating to his ex-wife
Patrick J. McClurkin, 47, one of three former funeral directors arraigned last week on multiple charges related to the McClurkin funeral home of Girard, is apparently headed to South Carolina to face other charges.
A federal commission dismissed Lyndsey Hughes’ sexual harassment charge
It said it didn’t have jurisdiction, but she can still sue in federal court
Government sells remaining stake in GM
The U.S. government ended up losing $10.5 billion on the General Motors bailout, but it says the alternative would have been far worse.
GM looks at adding February OT shifts
By BURTON SPEAKMAN bspeakman@vindy.com LORDSTOWN The General Motors Lords-town plant is
The ‘new rich’
Associated Press WASHINGTON Fully 20 percent of U.S. adults become rich for parts of their
As deal closes, new American Airlines starts to emerge
Associated Press FORT WORTH, Texas American Airlines emerged from bankruptcy protection and US
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS MTV declares Miley Cyrus artist of the year NEW YORK Here’s something to wag a
Ohio gas prices rise
Ohio gas prices rise columbus After dropping to around the $3 mark, prices at the pump in Ohio
Stop snooping
Associated Press WASHINGTON Silicon Valley is escalating pressure on President Barack Obama to
Some major retailers to list shoppers’ rights
Associated Press NEW YORK Responding to allegations of racial profiling, a coalition of major
Years Ago
YEARS AGO Today is Tuesday, Dec. 10, the 344th day of 2013. There are 21 days left in the year.
Obama can’t walk the walk
Opinion: WASHINGTON Listening to President Obama’s powerful speech on income inequality, it was impossible
Africa can honor Mandela by changing corrupt ways
Editorial: As the services honoring Nelson Mandela begin today in South Africa, the words great, humble,
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
Youngstown PLAYHOUSE Musical ‘Honk!’ is a beauty
By ERIC McCREA entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Dare to be different. You could become
Skeptic reverses position on soap in bed
Q. I was one heck of a skeptic when I heard about putting soap in the bed to calm restless legs
Kearney exit would be prudent
Opinion: The Cincinnati Enquirer: When Sen. Eric Kearney was announced as Ohio governor candidate Ed
‘Drag Queen’ turns obstacles into triumph
By LORRAINE WARDLE entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN They came in packs. They overfilled the
Congress renews undetectable gun ban for decade
Associated Press WASHINGTON Narrowly beating a midnight deadline, Congress voted Monday to renew
Child immunization
Child immunization GIRARD A well-child immunization clinic will be Dec. 19 at the Girard Health
Free dinners
Free dinners Reign Supreme Motorcycle Club, 1467 Stewart St., Youngstown, 200 free Christmas
Torre, La Russa, Cox elected to baseball Hall
Torre, La Russa, Cox elected to baseball Hall LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. Joe Torre, Tony La Russa
Broadcaster Caparanis shares love of Valley
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN For five decades, John Caparanis has delivered the
1,165 apply online for Medicaid benefits
The system is the subject of a lawsuit before the Ohio Supreme Court
Falcon murals done by local artist
Austintown administrators knew it was important to grow the Falcon brand and decided to have a local artist paint murals in all of the schools to promote school pride.
US vet: Statement was coerced
US vet: Statement was coerced SAN FRANCISCO The 85-year-old U.S. Korean War veteran who was
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
18 LA deputy sheriffs facing federal charges
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Federal officials say 18 current and former Los Angeles County
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Run, run Rudolph: Reindeer escapes from Santa at mall DILLON, Colo. A runaway
Blind man will recount 9/11 WTC escape story
A blind man and his dog escaped from the 78th floor of the World Trade Center’s North Tower on Sept. 11, 2001, and survived following the South Tower’s collapse.
Grant for study
Grant for study WARREN The Trumbull County Engineer’s Office has received a $100,000 grant to
CORRECTION
CORRECTION Darla Conrad and Charles Green of Youngstown became parents to a baby girl Dec. 5. A
Officials probe shooting of woman on Ohio Turnpike
Associated Press TOLEDO Authorities in northwest Ohio are trying to figure out how a woman ended
Statistics: Profits from bingo drop
Associated Press DAYTON Profits generated by Ohio charities on bingo games have dropped steadily
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jan-Michael Earl, 26, of 123 Meadowbrook Ave.,
Cops probe fatal crash
Cops probe fatal crash HOWLAND The Warren Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating
State Rep. Letson’s appearance brief at hearing on zoning charge
State Rep. Thomas Letson made his first appearance before a judge on a misdemeanor zoning charge, but his public appearance was ever so brief.
Two congressmen want to award a Congressional Gold Medal to Simeon Booker
The medal is Congress’s highest honor
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Lowellville Village Council, 6:30 p.m., second floor, city hall, 140 E. Liberty
YSU’s online MBA named to most affordable list
It’s the second time in a month that YSU’s online degree offerings have been cited for affordability
united way classic | Saturday’s lineup
Lineup: Here’s the lineup for Saturday’s basketball game at Poland High: 3 p.m. — Lowellville vs.
Monday, December 9 (76 stories)
Big tech companies lash out at government snooping
Big tech companies lash out at government snooping
Columbiana County woman pleads guilty to drug crime in Pa.
Columbiana County woman pleads guilty to drug crime in Pa.
Undetectable guns: Congress ready to renew the ban
Undetectable guns: Congress ready to renew the ban
2013 Local Football Season Review
Dec. 10, 2013 | A look back at the 2013 season and talk about Jim Tressel
State patrol investigates Howland woman’s hit-skip death
State patrol investigates Howland woman’s hit-skip death HOWLAND The Warren Post of the Ohio
State Rep. Letson’s appearance brief at hearing on zoning charge
State Rep. Letson’s appearance brief at hearing on zoning charge WARREN State Rep. Thomas
Patrick McClurkin now facing charges in South Carolina relating to his ex-wife
Patrick McClurkin now facing charges in South Carolina relating to his ex-wife WARREN
Cruze plant starts working overtime Feb. 1
Cruze plant starts working overtime Feb. 1 LORDSTOWN The Lordstown plant will add Saturday
Man arrested for trespassing on TMHA property
Man arrested for trespassing on TMHA property CAMPBELL City police arrested a 42-year-old
Boardman police search for man connected with TV theft
Boardman police search for man connected with TV theft
Legislation proposes Congressional Gold Medal to Simeon Booker
Legislation proposes Congressional Gold Medal to Simeon Booker YOUNGSTOWN Two congressmen
Men and Women United for Life plan gathering
Men and Women United for Life plan gathering poland Men and Women United for Life will sponsor
WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS Brownstone Court Banquet Center, 50 Struthers-Coitsville Road, Youngstown, will be the
MCHS will sponsor first book sale
MCHS will sponsor first book sale MERCER, PA. The Mercer County Historical Society, 119 S. Pitt
Aiming to crack the egg
The startup is housed in a garagelike space in San Francisco’s tech-heavy South of Market neighborhood, but it isn’t like most of its neighbors that develop software, websites and mobile-phone apps. Its mission is to find plant replacements for eggs.
EGGING ON CHRISTMAS
If you told Ruth Jennings that she laid an egg when she hatched her own business decades ago, she’d probably smile and proudly agree.
Ohio State to play Clemson in Orange Bowl
It’s the 10th BCS berth for the Buckeyes, more than any other school.
Disney on Ice skater brings passion
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Just like the Disney character Mulan, ice skater Natasha
Youngstown is looking to build an amphitheater in the back of the Covelli Centre
The outdoor facility should help increase summertime activity, officials say
Business operators ready for revitalization district to attract new life to downtown Warren
Downtown business operators say they look forward to the opportunity to welcome new restaurant-bar neighbors
Getsy family wins back-to-back titles
Competing in the Renegade Racing Association, the team has won the 890 class championship the past two seasons.
Canfield native wins $100,000 for tuition
CJ Blaney needed more money for college, so he applied for the Dr. Pepper Tuition Giveaway and won $100,000 for his studies at Virginia Tech.
Steelers’ playoff hopes vanish in loss
Pittsburgh will have consecutive non-winning seasons for the first time this decade.
Campbell City School District switches to online credit-recovery program, saves thousands
Each online course a student enrolls in costs the district just $75.
Local Marine Corps League detachment donated $10,000
Local Marine Corps League detachment donated $10,000
video game review
‘super mario 3D world’ Grade: B Details: For the Wii U, $59.99 While Sony and Microsoft are
A wintry walk in the park
Nala can act a bit detached and Diesel has a rambunctious side, but both share a love for the occasional group walk.
Live music on television this week includes:
Live music on television this week includes: v Cage the Elephant: Monday on “Jimmy Kimmel Live”
Hunkus keeps volleyball passion alive
The former Girard standout plays on the AVP Tour in California.
Today is Monday, Dec. 9, the 343rd day of 2013. There are 22 days left in the year.
Today is Monday, Dec. 9, the 343rd day of 2013. There are 22 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
2013: A very good year for high school football in Valley
Editorial: The state champions have been crowned. Fifteen grueling weeks of high school gridiron action have
Senators: Put cameras on train tracks, engineers
Associated Press NEW YORK A week after four people died in a New York commuter train derailment,
Billy Joel, 4 others receive Kennedy Center Honors
Associated Press WASHINGTON The “Piano Man” who became one of the world’s best-selling artists
Postal Service sticks with Potter
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Proficiat Postaliosa! If Harry Potter commemorative stamps can cast a solvency
Benefits for gay partners grow at Fortune 500 firms
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Corporate support for gay and transgender rights is reaching
Paul T. Ciccarello
Paul T. Ciccarello Accused of Probation/Parole violation Height: 5’9” Weight: 210 Hair:
Friend: Mandela not on life support in final hours
Associated Press JOHANNESBURG Nelson Mandela wasn’t on life support and had many family members
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Hot ‘Frozen’ tops box office NEW YORK In its second weekend at the box office, the
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Ore. man learns that driving tank is harder than it looks GOLD BEACH, Ore.
10 home-video releases to give for the holidays More than movies
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK Tired of staring at your Christmas tree or
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Lordstown Village Council, finance committee, noon, council chambers, 1455 Salt
Environmentalists, unions seek to fix gas leaks
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Unions and environmentalists have found one point of agreement in
Sanctions on Iran are working
Opinion: WASHINGTON In his disproportionate praise of the six-month agreement with Iran, Barack Obama
KEITH JAMAR LIGHTNING
KEITH JAMAR LIGHTNING Accused of WEAPONS OFFENSE Height: 5’9” Weight: 160 Hair: Black
Bonilla will speak at YSU commencement
Staff report youngstown Rose Bonilla, a communications and journalism major, will be the student
UN: Afghanistan lags in enforcing law
UN: Afghanistan lags in enforcing law KABUL The United Nations complained Sunday that Afghan
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Richard B. Boucher, 56, of Conroe, Texas, and Sharon
SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM, MASS COMMUNICATION KSU introduces Promising Scholar Awards
Staff report KENT To attract and retain the strongest journalism and mass communication students
FOR MORE INFORMATION
FOR MORE INFORMATION Visit www.oup.com or http://global.oup.com/academic/product/ therapeutic-
YSU Professors’ book out in paperback, ebook
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN “Therapeutic Storytelling for Adolescents and Young Adults,” by authors
Hagel offers troops hope on budget
Associated Press CAMP LEATHERNECK, AFGHANISTAN U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel on Sunday
CRITERIA
CRITERIA To be eligible for a Promising Scholar Award, a student must apply by Jan. 6 and meet the
GROVE CITY college Fundraising gives Guthrie Theatre a new lease on life
Staff report GROVE CITY, PA. Grove City College students have been enjoying movies at the
HEALTH CARE advertisements Iowa insurer pokes fun at federal website
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa The television ads show a series of medical mishaps: A man
Cincinnati too much for YSU women
Junior forward Heidi Schlegel had another strong outing for the Penguins.
Storm along East Coast dumps snow, snarls traffic
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA A powerful storm that crept across the country dumped a mix of
North Korea Kim Jong Un’s mentor uncle purged
Associated Press SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA North Korea today acknowledged the purge of leader Kim Jong
Ukraine’s anti-government protest is largest since 2004
Associated Press KIEV, UKRAINE Hundreds of thousands of protesters poured into the streets of
Farcas, Conlan earn all-conference
Farcas, Conlan earn all-conference NORTH CANTON Ursuline High graduate Zach Conlan and Hubbard
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Senators call for cameras pointed at railroad tracks, engineers
Senators call for cameras pointed at railroad tracks, engineers Associated Press NEW YORK A
Marine Corps League gives $10,000 to Toys for Tots in Valley
Marine Corps League gives $10,000 to Toys for Tots in Valley YOUNGSTOWN Tri-State Detachment 494
Mahoning, Trumbull counties under winter weather advisory until Monday morning
Mahoning, Trumbull counties under winter weather advisory until Monday morning CLEVELAND The
Ohio cable TV subscribers urged to check bills for rate increases
Ohio cable TV subscribers urged to check bills for rate increases Associated Press COLUMBUS,
Columbus police shoot teen suspect
Columbus police shoot teen suspect Associated Press COLUMBUS, Ohio Columbus police say
Black Diamond winners are cut out for service
Multifaceted qualities gleam in Black Diamond honorees.
Mr., Mrs. Clarke mark 50 years of marriage
DOVER, DEL. Mr. and Mrs. Livingstone D. Clarke of Dover, Del., celebrated their 50th anniversary
SENIOR CITIZENS
60-Plus Club of St. Brendan Parish will meet at 1:30 p.m. Monday for a monthly meeting in Maxwell
BOOKS DIGEST
Book signing set at Jimmy’s eatery YOUNGSTOWN Authors Louise Mason and Janine Motley will sign
Stacie Durden crowned Miss Cinderella by the Junior Civic League
JCL crowns Stacie Durden as Miss Cinderella at Cinderella Ball.
MASONIC GROUPS
MONDAY LB Circle, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Eat’n Park in
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
HAPPY 97TH BIRTHDAY | Karl Francis Gondel
HONOREE Residence: Boardman. Date of birth: Dec. 8, 1916, in Youngstown. FAMILY Parents:
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Garden Gate will have its Christmas luncheon with hostess Mary Jane Pavelko. TUESDAY
Drop off toy donations for kids up to 12 at Midas locations
Drop off donations at Midas locations YOUNGSTOWN The Salvation Army Northeast Ohio Division is
Learn to make candy canes at downtown workshop
The Mahoning Valley Historical Society is sponsoring a workshop for making candy canes as part of its Memories of Christmas Past event from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at Tyler Mahoning Valley History Center, 325 W. Federal St.
Buckeyes overcome bad start then tumble
Michigan State shook up the BCS title chase again Saturday night.
Police agencies add social media to crime-fighting arsenal
In the midst of chaos, some police departments use social media to set the record straight
Ohio Association of Community Colleges wants need-based state aid restored
The first effect seen at Eastern Gateway Community College was students not being able to afford books
Struthers homeowner spreads holiday joy via 21,000-bulb light display
Ron Benzenhoefer's "Lights Over Lincoln" display, which runs for several hours every evening from Thanksgiving Day to New Year's Eve, grows each year.
Retiring mental health board director born, raised, lives in Youngstown
Retiring MCMHB director born, raised and lives in Youngstown
African Children’s Choir will warm Valley
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com The African Children’s Choir has a habit of bringing joy to
Winter Celebration in full swing at Fellows Riverside Gardens
Fellows will bring holiday spirit outdoors during its Winter Nights Celebrations from 5 to 7 p.m. next Sunday and Dec. 22.
SPORTS DIGEST || Three Mooney hoops games are rescheduled
Three Mooney hoops games are rescheduled YOUNGSTOWN Three Cardinal Mooney High boys basketball
Arms Museum visitors hand-make decorations
Arms Museum visitors hand-make decorations By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN
Warren Family Mission needs donations of food items, toys, money
Donations of food items, toys and money needed
Meeting Monday to discuss revised Columbiana property values
Local farmers will see increases of more than 40 percent in their values.
Families greet Santa at downtown Youngstown festivities
Santa Claus arrives downtown Saturday afternoon in the Youngstown Holiday Parade and Festival. With buildings on Central Square reflected on the hood and windshield of his convertible, Santa seems at ease in our brisk wintery weather.
Is sofa making family sick?
Q. I picked up a couch of my Grandma’s from my uncle. He’d kept it in the garage with a ton of
high school football Saturday’s games
Division I Cincinnati Moeller 55, Mentor 52 CANTON Gus Ragland ran for five touchdowns and
BUSINESS DIGEST || TCTC offering computer courses
TCTC offering computer courses CHAMPION The Trumbull Career and Technical Center Adult Training
Local governments confront uncertain economic futures
Editorial: With the NATIONAL recovery from the economic recession anemic, at best, and with the state of Ohio
PEARL HARBOR Survivors mark anniversary
Associated Press PEARL HARBOR, HAWAII About 50 survivors of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor
Gene therapy scores big wins against blood cancers
Associated Press In one of the biggest advances against leukemia and other blood cancers in many
Mooney falls short but stands tall
Editorial: It was a heartbreaking 27-21 loss for Cardinal Mooney to Clarksville Clinton-Massie in the state’s
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Boardman Township trustees, 5:30 p.m., Boardman Township Government Center, 8299
Now that Mandela is gone, who is symbol of freedom?
Associated Press The passing of Nelson Mandela leaves a waning number of global figures
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints James Beam v. Joshua Hunter, money. Divorces
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Dec. 8, the 342nd day of 2013. There are 23 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Mayor-elect McNally is the decider
Opinion: Youngstown’s soon-to-be mayor, John A. McNally IV, has chosen not to have a committee (of
Hope springs
Associated Press INDIAN TOWNSHIP, Maine Tucked in the nation’s northeastern corner, the
Wings and a prayer
Associated Press ATLANTA The Rev. Frank Colladay Jr. stood at the end of the gate waiting. On
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Politicians, pundits must not meddle in military planning
Opinion: Politicians, pundits must not meddle in military planning I ran across a recent column by Cal
Ask Mr. Know It All
Q. Cleopatra, queen of Egypt, had a son with Julius Caesar and a son with Mark Antony. Did she have
Artists often branch out with their works
Artists often create many different kinds of art: paintings, etchings, prints, ceramics, jewelry,
BY THE NUMBERS
BY THE NUMBERS 46 percent of shoppers will use smartphones to shop for holiday gifts. 41 percent
AGRICULTURE ECONOMIcS Expert challenges idea of aging-farmer crisis
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Agriculture economists have long warned that farmers are
A ploy to drain your wallet
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Coca-Cola is running a stealth advertising campaign. Stealth? Why
Online shopping dangers to avoid
If mall parking lots are your waking nightmare this time of year, you’re probably planning to do at
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v W.D. Packard Concert Band, 2 p.m.: Holiday concert at Packard
Career Paths
National Healthcare Access Inc. has announced four new additions to the Mahoning Valley office of
Bowling scores
AMRON LANES Hivley’s Dbles — Dan Guerrieri 290-753, Jim Diver 289-757, Carl Cramer Jr.286-716,
Plenty of laptops, even on budgets
By BREE FOWLER AP Technology Writer NEW YORK There’s no shortage of laptop computers to pick
Congress’ dog of year whimpers to an end
Associated Press Barring uncharacteristically swift work by Congress, more than a million victims
Obama: Chances for final Iran deal 50-50 or worse
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama said Saturday he believed the chances for a
Turnpike needs a better plan
Opinion: Thanksgiving evening was a horrible scene on the Ohio Turnpike. A Kent man’s reckless driving at
Man jailed in 2011 murders
Staff Report YOUNGSTOWN A man wanted for a pair of murders in 2011 is now in the Mahoning County
METRO DIGEST || Pet photos with Santa today in Niles
Pet pics with Santa NILES Cats Are People Too will be at Pet Supplies Plus, 5555 Youngstown
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Trumbull deputies' Shop With a Cop is Tuesday
The Trumbull County Deputies Fraternal Order of Police No. 137 lodge will have its Shop With a Cop program starting in the mezzanine above the food court at Eastwood Mall at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Penguins’ Orpik taken from ice on stretcher
Penguins’ Orpik taken from ice on stretcher BOSTON (AP) — Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Brooks
Get pet pics with Santa Sunday at NIles pet store
Cats Are People Too will be at Pet Supplies Plus, 5555 Youngstown Warren Road, from 12 to 4 p.m. Sunday for Photos With Santa.
Santa arrives, bringing wintery weather to downtown Youngstown today
Santa could not have asked for a more perfect day Saturday as the city officially geared up for the Christmas season with the Youngstown Holiday Parade and Festival downtown.
Pearl Harbor survivors pause today at site to honor fallen, remember warnings
About 50 survivors of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor paused Saturday at the site to honor those killed and remember the moment that plunged the U.S. into World War II.
Visitors to Arms Museum today crafted handmade Christmas ornaments
Visitors to the Arms Family Museum could see vintage ornaments Saturday – and then make their own ornaments in the hands-on history room.
Home visits available for pregnant woman, kids up to 5
The Maternal and Infant Early Childhood Home Visitation grant for fiscal year 2014 will provide home visits to any Mahoning County resident who is pregnant or has a child up to age 5.
Detained US vet released, home today from N. Korea
A tired but smiling 85-year-old U.S. veteran detained in North Korea for several weeks returned home Saturday to applause from supporters, yellow ribbons tied to pillars outside his home and the warm embrace of his family.
Miss Wittenauer, Mr. Minotti to wed in July
Terry and Douglas Wittenauer are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Jessica Wittenauer, to A.J. Minotti.
Jessica Harvey, Ryan Sawyer rite set for April 2014
AUSTINTOWN Jessica Harvey and Ryan Sawyer of Austintown are engaged and planning an April 2014
Lindsay Whetzel, Gregory Mathes set June date
CORTLAND Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Whetzel of Cortland are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Burke-Kozic engagement announced
Carissa Burke and Joshua Kozic, both of Boardman, are engaged. The couple and their parents are
Ashley Connelly, Shane Simplot are engaged
CAMPBELL Mark and Juanita Kolmacic of Campbell are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Polish Youngstown to offer cooking class
Polish Youngstown to offer cooking class YOUNGSTOWN Polish Youngstown is sponsoring a cooking
Late flag costly to Cards
Cardinal Mooney coach P.J. Fecko walks off the field at Paul Brown Tiger Stadium in Massillon after losing the state championship 27-21 in the final minutes of Friday's game.
YCS students learn about Mandela’s legacy from school dean
The school’s academic dean earned his Ph.D. at the University of the Western Cape in South Africa
Black helps Poland extend mastery of Niles
It’s not exactly the Harlem Globetrotters versus the Washington Generals, but it’s pretty close.
Springfield’s pressure flusters Columbiana
Armed with a deep roster and plenty of athleticism, Springfield High knows how it wants to attack opponents this season.
Bishop George V. Murry urges support of Mooney move
The diocese school superintendent said the campaign remains in the “quiet phase”
Seasons of Hope provides Christ-centered grief counseling
The support group meets at St. Jude Church in Columbiana.
Florida import helps Ursuline top Sharon
Friday’s weather may have been typically snowy and cold for December, but the Ursuline gym had some Sunshine State warmth with Paul Jackson in the lineup.
Report: Kitchen sexually harassed a Youngstown female employee
Kitchen says he made “inappropriate” remarks, but nothing “threatening or serious”
SPORTS DIGEST || McDonald’s Tayala breaks Kent record
McDonald’s Tayala breaks Kent record KENT Matthias Tayala twice broke the 40-year-old Kent
Youngstown school district, teachers’ union reach tentative pact
The pact reportedly calls for a 2 percent pay increase in each of its three years
Scalzo: Frightful weather, delightful game
It was the type of game where you couldn’t tell where the field ended and the sideline began, and where you couldn’t tell where the snow ended and the sports writers’ dandruff began.
Phantoms fall to Steel in overtime
Ten seconds after the Youngstown Phantoms earned their 18th point of the season, they suffered their fourth extra session loss in 22 games.
Downtown Youngstown streets to reopen at Paramount site Monday
Because of the Paramount demolition project, the streets have been closed since July 2
More Boys basketball
Canfield 73, Hubbard 37 HUBBARD Andrew Midgley, Cole Pryjma and Jarret Vrabel all posted double
Elton John tickets worth the wait, fans say
A hearty handful of shivering folks shook off the chill as morning broke Friday, warm in knowing that their all-night vigil would soon be rewarded.
Thunderbirds to appear at proposed spring air show at YARS
Sequestration caused cancellation of a proposed air show this year.
Controversial call does in the Cardinals
A late pass interference penalty on Mark Handel may have cost Mooney a state championship.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Holiday Parade and festival, 1:30 to 6:30 p.m.: Santa
Jay Z tops Grammy nominations with 9
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Jay Z easily led Grammy Award nominations with nine, but left-of-
FAST FACTS
FAST FACTS On Elton John show at Covelli: Tickets sold: 6,000-plus Sold out in: 61/2 hours
Consistent hiring points to stronger economy ahead
Associated Press WASHINGTON The job market is showing signs of the consistent gains the nation
Repairs help health care website
Associated Press WASHINGTON It doesn’t rival Amazon and Travelocity, but President Barack
Youngstown to pay $63,000 to a company that operated on city-owned land rent-free for seven years
The city will get about 15,000 tons of gravel in the deal
Hosting event for kids
Hosting event for kids LORDSTOWN United Auto Workers Local 1112 will host its 47th annual
As HIV/AIDS cases grow, public awareness shrivels
Editorial: Twenty-five years ago this week, a core group of passionate activists organized the first World AIDS
Banksy mural fetches $209K at auction
Associated Press BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. A mural stenciled on the side of a Hollywood gas station
Saga of the $487 tax refund
Opinion: COLUMBUS Jim Frey has been waiting 10 years to get his $487 back from the state of Ohio. It’ll
Don’t change Ohio’s gun laws
Opinion: Newark (Ohio)Advocate: In the days and weeks since a proposal to change Ohio’s self-defense laws was
Icy storm slams Southwest, freezes N. Texas
Associated Press DALLAS Freezing rain and stinging winds slammed the Southwest on Friday and
Thousands seek refuge at Central African airport
Associated Press BANGUI, CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC Thousands of Christian civilians sought refuge
Lay prayer leaders to serve
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Thirty-one men and women in the six-county Diocese of Youngstown were
S. Africa begins without Mandela
Associated Press JOHANNESBURG What next for South Africa? This racially charged country that, on
Gordon Gee OK’d as interim WVU president
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. Gordon Gee is returning to West Virginia University as
Conviction upheld for mom who put baby in microwave
Associated Press DAYTON An appeals court on Friday upheld the conviction of an Ohio woman found
Submit information for Christmas listing
Submit information for Christmas listing The Vindicator will publish a listing of area services
When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy.
When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy. Matthew 2:10
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, Dec. 7, the 341st day of 2013. There are 24 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Advent Bible study
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com SALEM An Advent Bible study at St. Paul Church delves
Amish girl won’t be forced to resume chemo
Associated Press TOLEDO A court-appointed guardian is dropping her attempt to force an 11-year-
MORE STATE FOOTBALL ON B5: vLoveland wallops Glenville in Division II, while Kirtland bests Wayne
MORE STATE FOOTBALL ON B5: vLoveland wallops Glenville in Division II, while Kirtland bests Wayne
Court continues Pavlik hearing
Court continues Pavlik hearing CANFIELD Former world champion middleweight boxer Kelly Pavlik
Lisbon’s McKinley Elementary named High Progress School of Honor
Thirty-seven Ohio schools received the honor, but McKinley was the only one in the Mahoning Valley
Toys for plane tickets
Toys for plane tickets VIENNA Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport, the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve
Be accountable; end senseless killings
Opinion: Whenever I hear from our staff that there is a homicide in our area, I just hope and pray it is not
TCTC recommended for grant from statewide Straight A Fund
The Trumbull Career and Technical Center in Champion will focus on improving students’ overall health and wellness to raise achievement with a $297,841 grant from the inaugural Straight A Fund Grant program.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Bret E. Jones, 32, of 9350 New Buffalo Road,
Teen revamps cafe into her own bakery
Alexa Diana, 19, will open her own bakery in January. She specializes in cakes, cupcakes and cake pops.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Adam and Kristen Bindas, Youngstown, girl, Dec. 5. Gabriel
Ohio drops plan to comply with feds’ identification rules
Associated Press COLUMBUS Citing privacy concerns, the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles has decided
Panel picks finalists for 24 grants
Associated Press COLUMBUS A state panel has picked more than 150 schools and educational
OSU-MSU could be a classic matchup
The Big Ten championship game already looks like a classic contest.
PHANTOMS NOTEs From the Covelli Centre
Special teams: The Steel capitalized on three of their five power-play chances. The Phantoms scored
Steelers’ Woodley will play against Dolphins
The Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker will play on Sunday against Miami after missing three weeks with a left calf strain.
BGSU knocks NIU from BCS bowl consideration
Matt Johnson threw four of his career-high five touchdown passes in the first half and Bowling Green routed No. 16 Northern Illinois, 47-27, on Friday night for the Mid-American Conference title, ending the Huskies’ shot at playing in a marquee bowl game.
MAC CHAMPIONSHIP SFlbSFlbBOWLING GREEN47 NORTHERN ILLINOIS27
MAC CHAMPIONSHIP SFlbSFlbBOWLING GREEN47 NORTHERN ILLINOIS27
Campbell will start at QB for Browns
Jason Campbell’s headaches are gone, and for the moment, so are Cleveland’s pains at quarterback.
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BREAKING NEWS | Read full report on sexual harassment claims against Kitchen
Sexual harassment claims against Kitchen are 'credible'
Effort underway to collect Toys for Tots beginning next week
Effort underway to collect Toys for Tots beginning next week
Air Force Thunderbirds headline May air show at Youngstown Air Reserve Station
Air Force Thunderbirds headline May air show at Youngstown Air Reserve Station
Clinton-Massie beats Mooney for D4 state championship
A dejected Cardinal Mooney team leaves the field at Paul Brown Tiger Stadium in Massillon after a controversial pass interference call in the closing minutes of the game gave Clarksville Clinton-Massie its second straight state championship. The final score was 27-21.
Campbell man accused of trying to entice children in to his car
Campbell man accused of trying to entice children in to his car
Cardinal Mooney tied with Clinton Massie 7-7 in 1Q.
Cardinal Mooney tied with Clinton Massie 7-7 in first quarte.
Ohio mom's conviction upheld for baby death in microwave
Ohio mom's conviction upheld for baby death in microwave
Christmas boutique is Sunday at the Inn at Glenellen
Christmas boutique is Sunday at the Inn at Glenellen
Board of control reaches deals with A.P. O'Horo, private prison
Board of control reaches deals with A.P. O'Horo, private prison
Elton John fans line up for tickets
Elton John fans line up for tickets YOUNGSTOWN A hardy handful of folks camped out all night in
Boardman woman charged with forgery
Boardman woman charged with forgery BOARDMAN Boardman police charged a Boardman woman with
Campbell police find marijuana and open containers in car
Campbell police find marijuana and open containers in car CAMPBELL A Youngstown man and woman
Poland Presbyterian Church plans Christmas vespers Sunday
Poland Presbyterian Church plans Christmas vespers Sunday POLAND Musicians from children to
St. Jude hosting Christian support group for bereaved
St. Jude hosting Christian support group for bereaved COLUMBIANA “Seasons of Hope,” a Christian
Circle of Friends to perform Sunday at Western Reserve UMC
Circle of Friends to perform Sunday at Western Reserve UMC CANFIELD The Circle of Friends Gospel
Penance services planned at 2 Youngstown churches
Penance services planned at 2 Youngstown churches youngstown Penance services will be at noon
Pavlik hearing continued; appears with noticeable wound
Pavlik hearing continued; appears with noticeable wound CANFIELD The former world champion
Fire crews are blocking off a portion of Market Street at West Princeton Avenue
Fire crews are blocking off a portion of Market Street at West Princeton Avenue YOUNGSTOWN
Lisbon’s McKinley Elementary named High Progress School of Honor
Thirty-seven Ohio schools received the honor, but McKinley was the only one in the Mahoning Valley
Mahoning County Educational Service Center gets $300,000 grant
Mahoning County Educational Service Center gets $300,000 grant boardman The Mahoning County
Bush confirmed Warren Township trustee winner
Bush confirmed Warren Township trustee winner WARREN A recount has confirmed that Robert Bush
City firefighters battle fires at two vacant buildings
City firefighters battle fires at two vacant buildings YOUNGSTOWN City firefighters battled
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS NARFE Chapter 14, National Active and Retired Federal Employees, will have a meeting
Conaway, Zatvarnicky honored by Southington OSHP colleagues
Kristopher J. Conaway has been named Trooper of the Year for 2013 at the Southington Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, and Amy M. Zatvarnicky has earned the Telecommunications Award.
Decorated trees will be available for raffles
Decorated trees will be available for raffles Humility of Mary Health Partners’ annual Festival of
Mahoning commissioners propose quarter-percent sales tax hike
The Mahoning County commissioners propose a quarter percent sales tax increase for the May 6 ballot.
Mooney, Clinton-Massie meet today for Division IV title
In the week leading up to today’s Division IV state championship game, the entire Cardinal Mooney football program has tried to treat it like any other game week.
Youngstown employee files harassment claim with EEOC
A sexual harassment investigation report will be released today
Howland’s Diehl notches 400th victory
Out of his 400 victories, including the Tigers’ 53-43 win on Thursday, 293 have been in John Diehl’s 20-year career at Howland. The other 107 came in nine years as Bristol’s boys coach.
Lisa Antonini going to prison Jan. 7
Lisa A. Antonini, former Mahoning County treasurer, must report Jan. 7 to the federal prison camp at Alderson, W.Va., for a five-month stay.
Fitch wrestlers come up big against Boardman, Howland
The Austintown Fitch wrestling team sent a message to the rest of the Mahoning Valley on Thursday by dominating its tri-meet against Boardman and Howland.
YSU will hire search firm to recruit new provost
A decision about hiring a director of veterans/military affairs was tabled
Buck: ESPN’s latest story unfinished
The film chronicles the meteoric rise, methodical downfall, and continuing recovery of Maurice Clarett, who was Ohio State’s best player and one of the Mahoning Valley’s greatest athletes.
Panel in Brookfield explores converting vehicles to natural gas
A panel of industry professionals Thursday addressed the advantages and challenges of converting individual vehicles and commercial fleets to natural gas.
Akron SV-SM wins second straight title
The Akron St. Vincent-St. Mary defense not only didn’t break, it hardly bent.
Rachel Bradshaw added to Turner concert
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Rachel Bradshaw, the daughter of former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback
New Youngstown cell policy restricts personal calls for workers
It also requires a paper trail for each phone
JFK seminar will augment play
Kennedy assassination seminar at YSU Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The discussion prompted by the
No charges for Heisman hopeful Jameis Winston
Florida State quarterback and Heisman hopeful Jameis Winston will not face any charges in a sexual assault case, mostly because there were too many gaps in his accuser’s story, a prosecutor said Thursday.
NASA offers assistance to Northeast Ohio companies
NASA wants to create new partnerships and strengthen existing ones
Campbell man accused of trying to lure children into car
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A Campbell man was arrested Thursday morning, accused of trying to lure
Southington OSHP[ post honors trooper, dispatcher
Southington highway patrol post honors trooper, dispatcher
MOONEY MANIA
Senior Cara Minnie takes the top spot in Cardinal Mooney High School cheerleaders' formation during a pep rally Thursday at the school as part of the send-off for the football team, which is leaving this morning for the Division IV state championship game against Clinton-Massie at 3 p.m. today at Paul Brown Tiger Stadium in Massillon.
Sen. Schiavoni visits CH Campbell
C.H. Campbell Elementary School fourth-grade students had the privilege of hosting Sen. Joe Schiavoni Nov. 15.
Catering to public employees
Opinion: U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Steven Rhodes has ruled that Detroit, Mich., may seek to protect itself from
Fighting erupts in African nation
Fighting erupts in African nation BANGUI, Central African Republic Wielding rifles and
Indian chief decries film
McClatchy Tribune MAHWAH, N.J. The new film “Out of the Furnace” is a “hate crime” against
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “The Nutcracker,” 7:30 p.m.: Ballet Western Reserve presents this
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 23.29 —.20 Avalon
Non-payment of taxes is a disqualifier for public office
Editorial: When a state legislator and his wife owe back taxes to the state and federal governments, and have
Farm bill deadline looms; price of milk could increase
Associated Press WASHINGTON A New Year’s deadline that could send the price of milk skyward
Senseless vandalism irritating
Opinion: Minot Daily News, Minot, N.D.: We’ve said it before, and unfortunately we have to repeat it now: We
Attack in Yemen capital kills 52
Associated Press ADEN, Yemen Militants stormed the Defense Ministry in the heart of Yemen’s
Operations center
Operations center YOUNGSTOWN Technology consulting firm Data Recovery Services on Thursday
Fierce storm lashes Europe; at least 3 die
Associated Press LONDON Britain braced for severe flooding and the worst tidal surge in 60 years
Ex-pharmacist sentenced for fraud
Associated Press COSHOCTON Ohio officials say a former pharmacist convicted in a $2.1 million
Oil crews endure even when wind chill drops to minus 40
Associated Press BISMARCK, N.D. With the wind chill falling to almost minus 40, Steve
Kearney fumbles, bumbles
Opinion: To say state Sen. Eric Kearney’s attempt to get passed his financial problems and concentrate on
Ohio gas prices dip below $3 in some cities
Associated Press COLUMBUS Call it a holiday miracle — gas prices below $3 a gallon in Ohio.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center John and Shannon Monroe, Canfield, girl, Dec. 2. Nathan and
Jobs report to help show if economic recovery is real
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. economy is growing faster, corporate profits are rising and
CORRECTION
CORRECTION Warren SOUP, which offers a fundraising community meal of soup, bread and salad, is
Papal panel to advise on abuse cases
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Pope Francis on Tuesday responded to complaints that he has
Trial date to be set for former Boardman cop accused of impersonating
Trial date to be set for former Boardman cop accused of impersonating
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Dec. 6, the 340th day of 2013. There are 25 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Russia objects to US charges against diplomats
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. claims that dozens of Russian diplomats and their spouses cheated
Bulls’ Rose believes playoff return possible
Bulls’ Rose believes playoff return possible CHICAGO Derrick Rose isn’t quite ruling out a
METRO DIGEST || Basketball program planned for students
Basketball program planned for students youngstown The Youngstown City School District’s
Woman says beau attacked her for refusing to attend church service
Associated Press LANCASTER, Pa. A central Pennsylvania man has been arrested after authorities
27th year for Christmas at the Wickliffe Austintown fire station
27th year for Christmas at the Wickliffe Austintown fire station
Voting rights advocates want Kasich to veto election reform bills
Voting rights advocates want Kasich to veto election reform bills
Pizza shop thief charged with two other thefts
Matthew Koziornysky, 18, charged with robbing a pizza shop and fleeing from police, was also charged in Boardman for two retail thefts.
oddly enough
oddly enough Calif. woman gives birth to rare identical triplets SACRAMENTO, Calif. Doctors
Ohio AG’s office to inspect for raffle machines
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s attorney general says his office will start cracking down on
Struthers hosts annual Christmas in the Park
The free event took place in Mauthe Park and featured Christmas music, treat bags for children, and the arrival of Santa and Frosty via fire truck.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joseph P. Kane, 27, of 174 Georgetown Place,
Boardman Center Middle School Honor Roll - First Quarter
Fifth grade High Honor Roll Ethan Anderson Kylie Barnes Angela Bulone Patsy Carlini-Pruitt
Fast-food protests over wages return
Associated Press NEW YORK Fast-food workers and labor organizers marched, waved signs and
Library budget drops $1 million
As it awaits a new Canfield library and major main library renovations, the library system has nearly $24 million in its building and repair fund.
Browns’ Gordon breaks records, perceptions
Josh Gordon dresses flashy and he drives a camouflaged Porsche with orange rims, a luxury car the Browns wide receiver believes is one of a kind.
Michigan State getting second chance at Rose Bowl
Isaiah Lewis sprinted toward Wisconsin punter Brad Nortman, arriving a whisker late and diving in front of him.
Northern Illinois tries to focus on only MAC title
No. 16 Northern Illinois is trying to focus only on the Mid-American Conference championship game.
Heyward steps into leadership role for Steelers
Cam Heyward’s idea of a good time is grabbing his phone and returning to his childhood.
Browns’ Campbell back in practice
Browns quarterback Jason Campbell practiced for the first time since sustaining a concussion and could start Sunday at New England.
Kunitz leads Penguins past Sharks
Chris Kunitz scored twice during a four-goal second period and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the San Jose Sharks, 5-1, on Thursday night for their fifth straight victory.
Trickery helps Jackonsville win third straight
The Jacksonville Jaguars have a bona fide winning streak.
Boardman Community Briefs
Youngstown Ostonomy Support Group to meet Lisa Solley of the Area Agency on Aging 11 Inc. will
Bridgewater leads Louisville to overtime win
Teddy Bridgewater made several great escapes to help No. 19 Louisville get to overtime, and Dominique Brown’s 2-yard run gave the Cardinals a 31-24 victory over Cincinnati on Thursday night.
South Africa’s Nelson Mandela dies at 95
Associated Press JOHANNESBURG Nelson Mandela was a master of forgiveness. South Africa’s first
Kutchel-Malone vows will be exchanged
Gina Marie Kutchel and James Thomas Malone, both of Austintown, are announcing their engagement.
Good Hope Lutheran Church to put on Christmas performance
Good Hope Lutheran Church, located at 98 Homestead Dr., invites you to come see “Just Believe” Dec.
Book fair raises funds at Robinwood Elementary School
Robinwood Elementary School was “a cool place to discover hot books” for a week.
Youngstown Cycle Brightens Up for the Kids
Youngstown Cycle Supply and Audio Extreme is having a Christmas light challenge extravaganza in
Musical light display shines at Boardman Park
Boardman Park invites the to view its holiday light display again this year. The Lights were turned
Ankle and Foot Care launches holiday shoe drive
Podiatric physicians and staff with Ankle and Foot Care Centers are teaming up with the Salvation
Cameron gives lessons on Broadway skills
Students at Ruth’s Dance and Fitness Co. learned about dance and acting from Ben Cameron, a working Broadway performer, Nov. 16.
Williamses mark 60th with family dinner
Dick and Ange (Deletis) Williams of Lowellville celebrated their 60th anniversary Aug. 24 with a
Vacation and luncheon mark Basingers’ 50th
Mr. and Mrs. J. Paul Basinger of Boardman celebrated their golden anniversary with a vacation at
Boardman Sports Briefs
Flippers program Dec. 7 The Boardman Boys Basketball Sixth Man Club is sponsoring the coaching
Gen-3 Innovator Award Finalist at SEMA
Nate Miller, President of Thoroughbred Gt and Buckeye Classic Car Restoration, was one of 27
Rachel Dugan, Matthew Boyer plan Dec. vows
Ron and Vicki Dugan are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Rachel Dugan, and Matthew
Teens celebrate ‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire’
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Teens from around the area were invited by the Public
Girls play in Turkey Shootout
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com Fifth- and sixth-grade girls from St. Christine’s
Store to host International Peace Light from Bethlehem
This year, the JMJ Spiritual Connection II store located at 3408 Canfield Road in Youngstown, will
Families learn about butterflies at Science Night
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Families gathered at the Austintown library for Family
Poland Community Briefs
Gage to star in YSU’s “Holiday Cabaret” Claudia Gage of Poland is in the cast of Youngstown State
SENIOR SALUTE: BAND EDITION
Name: Devin Beaumier; Clayton Miller Instrument: Percussion/snare drum; Trombone and guitar
Cameron gives lessons on Broadway skills
Students at Ruth’s Dance and Fitness Co. learned about dance and acting from Ben Cameron, a working Broadway performer, Nov. 16.
Students Fundraise for Breast Cancer Awareness Day
St. Joseph Immaculate Heart of Mary School student council recently sponsored a breast cancer
North Elementary bake sale aims to ‘ice out’ cancer
North Elementary School showed its support of the Dan Ayres family by hosting a bake sale with the theme ‘Icing Out Cancer’ Nov. 20.
Austintown Community Briefs
Sensitive Santa to be Dec. 8 Visiting with Santa Claus each Christmas season is a rite of passage
Canfield Community Briefs
Senior Class Craft Show to be Dec. 7 The 25th annual Canfield Senior Class Craft Show will take
Austintown Sports Briefs
Send us your news If you’re a winter sports coach or the parent of an athlete, we need your help.
Musical light display shines at Boardman Park
Boardman Park invites the to view its holiday light display again this year. The Lights were turned
Canfield Cardinals Prepare for Success
If hard work, dedication and persistence are any indicators to success, the 2013-14 season for the
Poland defeats with season opener
Poland varsity wrestling opened its season by hosting the second annual Poland Duals, in which
Cardinal Mooney has Fall Fun Festival
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com A Fall Fun Festival was offered at Cardinal
Hilltoppers celebrate Halloween
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School students celebrated Halloween with
Poland Sports Brief
Poland girls defeat Niles The Poland girls basketball team defeated Niles 41-39 Dec. 2 at Poland.
Canfield Sports Briefs
Swim and dive team pancake breakfast will be Jan. 12 The Canfield High School swim and dive team
Teens celebrate ‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire’
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Teens from around the area were invited by the Public
YMCA asks for art submissions
By KALEA HALL khall@vindy.com From now until January, people are encouraged to bring in 5-by-5
Ankle and Foot Care launches holiday shoe drive
Podiatric physicians and staff with Ankle and Foot Care Centers are teaming up with the Salvation
YMCA asks for art submissions
By KALEA HALL khall@vindy.com From now until January, people are encouraged to bring in 5-by-5
Gen-3 Innovator Award Finalist at SEMA
Nate Miller, President of Thoroughbred Gt and Buckeye Classic Car Restoration, was one of 27
Literacy award goes to TeenXTreme librarians
TeenXTreme librarians Cindy Beach and John Waller of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning
Musical holiday light display shines at Boardman Park
Boardman Park invites the to view its holiday light display again this year. The Lights were turned
Cameron gives lessons on Broadway skills
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com Students at Ruth’s Dance and Fitness Co. learned
Cameron gives lessons on Broadway skills
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com Students at Ruth’s Dance and Fitness Co. learned
C.H. Campbell students enjoy reading oasis
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com C.H. Campbell Elementary School’s library was transformed
CHC second-graders celebrate grandparents
C.H. Campbell Elementary School second-grade students welcomed some very special visitors to their school Nov. 12.
Thursday, December 5 (95 stories)
Springsteen's 'Born to Run' lyric sheet sells for $197,000
Someone was willing to pay big bucks for an early glimpse of what would become the Boss' "runaway American dream."
Library budget drops $1 million
As it awaits a new Canfield library and major main library renovations, the library system has
Lisa Antonini going to prison Jan. 7
Lisa Antonini going to prison Jan. 7 Lisa Antonini going to prison Jan. 7 Lisa A. Antonini,
YSU will hire search firm to recruit new provost
A decision about hiring a director of veterans/military affairs was tabled YSU will hire search
South African equality icon Nelson Mandela has died
Nelson Mandela, a colossus of the 20th century, emerged from 27 years in prison to topple apartheid with iron discipline, hardheaded realism and a common touch that endeared him to whites who had been conditioned to regard him as their bitter enemy.
Bart Logan of the Phantoms
Dec. 6, 2013 | Media relations coordinator and play-by-play voice, Bart Logan
NASA engineers help four regional companies
NASA engineers help four regional companies YOUNGSTOWN Four regional companies got some
Mahoning commissioners to have hearings on sales tax increase
Mahoning commissioners to have hearings on sales tax increase YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County
Sign up now for city elementary school basketball program
Sign up now for city elementary school basketball program
Police arrest 3 and seize drugs, guns and cash in drug busts
Police arrest 3 and seize drugs, guns and cash in drug busts
Woman discovers cash, diamonds and TVs missing from her home
Woman discovers cash, diamonds and TVs missing from her home
Relay for Life benefit
Relay for Life benefit NILES Relay for Life of Niles Team, The Parents Club, will sponsor a
Fundraising events are planned for Akron Children's Hospital.
Breakfast with Santa and Holiday Hopes luncheon fundraisers will aid Akron Children's Hospital Mahoning Valley.
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Anthony and Kim (Wilczynski) Canale of Friendswood, Texas, are announcing the birth of a daughter,
Global banks fined $2.3 billion
The European Commission has fined a group of major global banks a total of 1.7 billion euros ($2.3 billion) for colluding to profit from the manipulation of key interest rates.
Unselfish Penguins top Robert Morris
Youngstown State men’s basketball coach Jerry Slocum is well-spoken, but he has a way of occasionally inventing words during his press conferences.
Former Boardman teacher receives jail time for sexual battery
Former teacher receives jail time for sexual battery
Stability hallmark of Mooney football
Cardinal Mooney has had just four football coaches in its history and only two — Don Bucci and P.J. Fecko — since 1966.
YSU women unable to keep late lead
Leading 67-61 with just over two minutes left, the Penguins crumpled under the RedHawks’ defensive pressure, committing three turnovers.
Youngstown council OKs garbage-fee reduction
City council also gave the go-ahead to a deal to get extra dog control help
Former Youngstown mayor expected to have federal confirmation hearing
He is seeking to head the federal Economic Development Administration
Injuries hurting Phantoms’ progress
Youngstown Phantoms head coach Anthony Noreen calls the USHL rules for the injured reserve list “confusing.”
Western Reserve QB named offensive POY in D7
Nick Allison headlined a list of seven area players to earn first team All-Ohio in Divisions VI and VII.
Poland woman mentioned in President's speech
A 23-year-old Poland woman, who is battling cancer for the second time, was mentioned in the President's Affordable Care Act speech
Youngstown Playhouse does things differently for musical "HONK!"
The message of “Honk!” is that it’s OK to be different.
Kenny Rogers rides crest of legendary career
The legendary Kenny Rogers, the newest member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, will perform holiday favorites and his classic hits when he brings his 32nd annual Christmas tour to Warren’s Packard Music Hall on Tuesday.
Jovian Sound Escape breaks metal chains
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com ALLIANCE Today’s local music scene offers plenty of
Salem Twin Cinema closes doors
Salem Twin Cinema closed its doors this week, leaving the city without a movie theater.
With a lot of new material, "Drag Queen" will again rule
Robert Dennick Joki takes outlandish celebrity behavior and spins it into hilarious musical theater in his ever-popular holiday show “How the Drag Queen Stole Christmas.”
Youth orchestras in holiday concert
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Symphony Youth Orchestra and Youngstown Symphony
Ballet Western Reserve presents ‘Nutcracker’
Staff report Youngstown After rehearsing for months, nearly 80 Ballet Western Reserve students
Cleveland author advises seniors to learn to navigate change
Cleveland author advises high school seniors on identifying, finding best careers
SPORTS DIGEST || Mooney’s Handel a first-team selection
Mooney’s Handel a first-team selection Cardinal Mooney senior Mark Handel was named to the All-
Youngstown health board to prevent leave to seek other job
Four-county neonatal Hepatitis B contract lost
Angels for Animals antique sale is this weekend
Money raised is used to operate the shelter which provides food, care and a roof over the animals’ heads
St. Joseph bellringers readying for holiday performances
Sandy Hintz, director of the handbell choir at St. Joseph Immaculate Heart of Mary School in Austintown, leads a rehearsal. Group members are, from left, Riley Burke, Caroline Mulhall, Alyssa Casity, Travis Saxton, Alex Sanders, Abby Walsh, Calab Bucci and Melissa Chalker.
A Kinsman man has sued claiming failure to pay for use of his land for drilling and pipeline operations.
A Kinsman man has sued claiming failure to pay for use of his land for drilling and pipeline operations.
Selected local stocks
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newsmakers Football, other fancy footwork rule ratings NEW YORK Whether on the gridiron or the
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK The Christmas Candle (PG) As the dawn of the electric age threatens a centuries-
American left behind in Cuba
Opinion: WASHINGTON The fourth Thanksgiving. The fourth Hanukkah. This is a hard season for Judy Gross,
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
“THE SOUND OF MUSIC LIVE!” (8 p.m., NBC): The hills will be alive with the sounds of
“THE SOUND OF MUSIC LIVE!” (8 p.m., NBC): The hills will be alive with the sounds of Carrie
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Annie,SDRq Crown Theater Productions, Main Street Theater, 5 N. Main St.,
Do not text and drive
Opinion: The New York Times: The pileup of grim fatality data about the risks of distracted driving has
‘Scrooge’ actor keeps on giving
Lee Iden will be back on stage at Salem Community Theater this weekend to reprise a role that has
Afghan President Karzai is wrong about US forces
Editorial: Perhaps he was attempting to curry favor with the Afghan consultative council, which has harshly
Years Ago
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Conn. man with guns on campus, in car is arrested
Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. A Connecticut college student arrested carrying two handguns on
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Eastgate Regional Council of Governments governing board, noon, MVR Restaurant, 410
911 calls show anguish
Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. As gunfire boomed over and over in the background, a janitor
Rockefeller Center tree lights up
Associated Press NEW YORK With a flick of the switch, a 76-foot Norway spruce officially became
NY derailment highlights risk of ‘highway hypnosis’
Associated Press NEW YORK It’s sometimes called “highway hypnosis” or “white-line fever,” and
Pipeline would transport NGLs to NJ site
Staff report Starting Wednesday, Sunoco Logistics is soliciting commitments from shippers for a
Documentary reinforces love of US, disdain for socialism
Opinion: Documentary reinforces love of US, disdain for socialism My husband and I watched “War &
Leadership changes at Huntington Bank
Leadership changes at Huntington Bank COLUMBUS Huntington Bank on Tuesday announced the
China gives no ground in air-zone dispute
Associated Press BEIJING Giving no ground, Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. Vice President
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Four-vehicle crash injures 3 at mall
Associated Press SANDUSKY A four-vehicle crash at the entrance to an Ohio shopping mall has
METRO DIGEST || Tree-lighting in Boardman
Hearing postponed CLEVELAND The pretrial hearing and trial dates for Keelan Harris, charged in a
Probe places blame in firefighters’ deaths
Probe places blame in firefighters’ deaths PHOENIX An Arizona commission that oversees workplace
Commission chairman stresses need for Liberty levy
If the school board approves asking voters for a levy, it would likely be on the ballot next fall.
METRO DIGEST || Christmas gifts, food needed for Liberty kids
Gifts, food needed liberty The Blott Holiday Project, which collects Christmas gifts for
Creche Crawl focuses on ‘Keeping Christ in Christmas’
St. Thomas the Apostle Parish will host a nativity display and Christmas pageant this weekend.
Snow in Rockies, Midwest headed here
Staff and wire report HELENA, MONT. A winter storm pushing through the Rockies and Midwest is
Storing garden chemicals
Storing garden chemicals Even if the “chemicals” are organic products, they need to be stored
After long season, task is simple for Buckeyes
It might seem as if the pressure just keeps building and building on No. 2 Ohio State.
Seed catalog jargon
Seed catalog jargon The seed catalogs arriving in the mail may have letters, symbols and big words
A McKinley Christmas is Saturday in Niles
“A McKinley Christmas,” featuring re-enactors portraying the President William McKinley family, will be 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday at three locations.
Trumbull County commissioners approved paving projects on six roads, and three bridge projects
Trumbull County commissioners approved paving projects on six roads, and three bridge projects
Projects in Campbell, Lowellville and Struthers among those chosen for OPWC funding
Two of Campbell's major-street resurfacing projects scheduled for next year are now fully funded, thanks to the OPWC grants.
oddly enough
oddly enough LDS bishop dresses as homeless man to teach lesson TAYLORSVILLE, Utah Members of
Ross, Ohio State up to Challenge
LaQuinton Ross scored 17 of his 20 points in the first half, hitting his first four 3-pointers, to lead No. 5 Ohio State.
Bedbugs, common pre-WWII pests, return
By BILL SNYDER OSU Ext. program assistant Before World War II, bedbugs were a relatively common
Steelers’ Tomlin fined $100,000
Steelers coach Mike Tomlin’s ill-timed two-step has cost him $100,000 and could cost his team a pick in next year’s draft.
Prune your shrubs for some unique interior home decor Holiday greenery
We all want the old-fashioned kind of Christmas decorations we remember from long ago. The kind with greenery draped down banisters and across mantels, pungent-smelling wreaths hanging about and beautiful table decorations.
Booker named Mr. Football
Dante Booker Jr., a star linebacker at Akron’s St. Vincent-St. Mary High School, is headed to Ohio State.
VALLEY GROWS CALENDAR
Tales for Tots: Mice! When: Today, 10 a.m. to noon. What: You hear a small squeak, who could
ASK OSU EXTENSION | Fall bulbs can still be planted
By eric barrett OSU Extension agriculture educator Q. I bought some bulbs a few weeks back — can
Wednesday, December 4 (97 stories)
Current, former city workers among applicants to jobs with mayor-elect McNally
About 75 people submitted applications to Youngstown Mayor-elect John McNally IV to serve in his cabinet.
Christmas gifts, food, wrapping needed for kids in Liberty by Saturday
The Blott Holiday Project, which collects Christmas gifts for children, is under way in several township locations.
Ashtabula judge's wife accused of poisoning him with antifreeze
A county judge’s wife of 45 years has been charged with poisoning him with antifreeze.
Former Youngstown mayor expected to have a confirmation hearing later this month
Williams is seeking to head the federal Economic Development Administration YOUNGSTOWN
Youngstown residents will see a $1 monthly savings in garbage fees
City council also gave the go-ahead to a deal to get extra dog control help YOUNGSTOWN
Frigid snap sends bellringers inside, halts downhill practice
The jet stream hunkered to the south Wednesday, promising to bring nearly a week of temperatures that could dip to 20-below or worse in the northern midsection of the country, and forcing much of the rest of the nation to deal with unexpectedly cool temperatures.
Stolen truck found, radioactive container empty
Mexico’s nuclear safety director says a stolen container of radioactive material has been found empty.
Obama urges Congress to raise minimum wage, open doors for kids in poverty
President Barack Obama prodded Congress to raise wages and secure the social safety net as he issued an overarching appeal Wednesday to correct inequalities that he said make it harder for a child to escape poverty. "That should offend all of us," he declared.
Ohio Senate Democratic caucus elects Schiavoni as leader
Ohio Senate Democratic caucus elects Schiavoni as leader COLUMBUS The 11-member Ohio Senate
Truck carrying deadly radioactive material stolen in Mexico
A cargo truck hauling extremely dangerous radioactive material from used medical equipment was stolen from a gas station in Mexico, and authorities put out an alert in six central states and the capital to find it, Mexican officials said Wednesday.
Dennis Miller and Samantha Villella of Mill Creek MetroParks
Dec. 5, 2013 | Dennis Miller and Samantha Villella of Mill Creek MetroParks
Kearney stays in campaign despite tax issues
Kearney stays in campaign despite tax issues By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A
Angels for Animals antique sale is this weekend
Money raised is used to operate the shelter which provides food, care and a roof over the animals’
Cleghorn jailed, loses teaching license in student sex case
Cleghorn jailed, loses teaching license in student sex case
Man arrested after confrontation with police in Campbell
Man arrested after confrontation with police in Campbell
Warren SOUP seeking volunteers, donations
Warren SOUP, a new group that offers a fundraising community meal of soup, bread and salad and awards the money raised to community organizations, is seeking people to serve on its planning committee scheduled to meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday at 170 N. Park Ave.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve a
National Council of Negro Women to sponsor luncheon
YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Section of the National Council of Negro Women Inc. will sponsor its
3 men cited for hunting in McGuffey Wildlife Preserve
Three men were cited Tuesday with violating Mill Creek MetroParks rule for hunting in the McGuffey Wildlife Preserve.
Man charged in theft of diapers
James Harris III, 57, of Main Avenue Southwest was arraigned on one count of aggravated robbery after a clerk at Family Dollar, 378 Elm Road NE, accused him of threatening her with a box-cutter type knife Saturday.
November sales pull Cruze out of skid
Sales of the Chevrolet Cruze increased by 8.3 percent in November, as both GM and the industry posted positive numbers.
Anti-crime effort seeks help from everyone to reduce violence in Warren
Community meeting, Safe Neighborhoods initiative target ways to reduce violence in Warren
Georgia transplant returns to his roots at Mooney
Growing up in a northern suburb of Atlanta, Ga., Cardinal Mooney senior Joey Tabachino knew he had Youngstown roots.
Niles widow learns ashes in her necklace were not her husband’s
Police open three graves in Niles Cemetery, discover errors with remains of four people
Employment main deterrent to return to crime, retiring CCA director says
Richard J. Billak, founder and chief executive officer of the Community Corrections Association Inc., will be honored at a Friday retirement dinner.
Poland basketball team survives football-related delays
Because of the success of Poland High’s football team, Bulldogs basketball coach Ken Grisdale realized his team missed out on some valuable preseason practice time.
Midlothian robbery suspect crashes vehicle into telephone pole
It was like a scene from a movie, witness, Maureen Sebastian said after she watched a suspected thief hit a pole on Market Street while being chased by police.
Warren’s Toles recalls baseball career
Ted Toles was a member of two proud and storied franchises, the Pittsburgh Crawfords and Cleveland Buckeyes.
Penguin Place up for auction
The building was the home of former YSU President Les Cochran and his wife, Lin, who bought it from the university and renovated it
SPORTS DIGEST || Mooney basketball games postponed
Cardinal Mooney boys games postponed YOUNGSTOWN Cardinal Mooney’s boys basketball games this
Valley men roll dice on new board game
Two Mahoning Valley men are rolling the dice on Mega Moves, a board game they created.
Expansion of special prosecutor role in Dellick matters approved
Mahoning County District Atty. Paul Gains asked for an expansion of the appointment for a special prosecutor in John Dellick incidents.
Basketball court dedicated to late Canfield teacher, coach Ken Reel
The basketball court at Canfield Village Middle School is dedicated to Ken Reel, a longtime teacher and coach who died of cancer in June. A game between the Canfield and Hubbard girls teams tipped off after Tuesday’s ceremony.
New trash fee would restore recycling cuts
A new waste generation fee of $2.50 per ton would restore all recycling cuts in 2015, recycling chief says.
METRO DIGEST || Hunters cited in Mill Creek
Hunters cited in park COITSVILLE Three men were cited Tuesday with violating Mill Creek
A challenge to our beliefs
Opinion: Depressing news about black students scoring far below white students on various mental tests has
Woman fights ticket for Google Glass
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A California woman pleaded not guilty Tuesday to what is believed
Union official: NYC train engineer ‘nodded’ at controls
Union official: NYC train engineer ‘nodded’ at controls YONKERS, N.Y. An engineer whose speeding
North Dakota oil boom brings worry to Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Park threatened by drilling, some say
Oil and gas companies still waiting for infrastructure
Finding a way to move product across state lines is complex and time-consuming
This conservative fad stinks
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Tenacity can be an admirable trait in a leader — except when it’s
Wisconsin’s governor defined by the battles he has won
Opinion: MILWAUKEE In 2011, tens of thousands of government employees and others, enraged by Gov. Scott
Burger bash!
Burger bash! Join the Burger Guyz at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Bogey’s Bar & Grill for their 5th
Natural gas gains squeeze family-run oil companies
More households using the abundant energy resource
What chemicals are used in the fracking process and why are they used at all?
What chemicals are used in the fracking process and why are they used at all? This question seems
Costarella says “Frack on” after ban was turned down
Shows support for state legislative efforts that would incentivize compressed natural gas for vehicles
Fracking wastewater one step closer to moving by barge
Proposal would allow wastewater to travel by barge on rivers
Two Ohio cities soundly reject charter amendments to ban fracking
Youngstown voters reject anti-fracking amendment again
An update on lawmaker action and other activities at the Ohio Statehouse related to horizontal
An update on lawmaker action and other activities at the Ohio Statehouse related to horizontal
More oil and gas drillers turn to water recycling
States are scrambling to draft regulations for the new recycling systems
Health care Subsidies vulnerable
Government subsidies to help Americans buy insurance under the health care overhaul may be vulnerable to fraud, a Treasury Department watchdog warned on Tuesday in the latest indication that troubles are far from over for President Barack Obama’s signature legislation.
Man survives 3 days at bottom of Atlantic
Associated Press LAGOS, Nigeria Entombed at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean in an upended
Pa. taxpayers foot growing bill for gas subsidies
Big profits and cheap energy leading to growing taxpayer-funded tab
Court: JobsOhio exempt from public-records laws
The state’s high court is still considering whether a liberal advocacy group has standing to challenge the constitutionality of JobsOhio.
Marathon’s profit slumped last quarter
Marathon’s profit slumped last quarter FINDLAY, OHIO Deprived of the discounts it had enjoyed
Youngstown mayor-elect can keep or fire the park and recreation director, law director says
Voters approved change in job classification last month
Trumbull officials plan to spend the same money in 2014 as this year, except for health care
Trumbull officials plan to spend the same money in 2014 as this year, except for health care
American students lag on global exam
Associated Press WASHINGTON American students once again lag behind many of their Asian and
House renews plastic-gun ban
Associated Press WASHINGTON With the advent of 3-D printers capable of producing plastic
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mahoning County commissioners, 10 a.m., commissioners’ hearing room, county
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newsmakers Britney Spears makes Las Vegas entrance LAS VEGAS The Planet Hollywood Resort &
METRO DIGEST || Holiday activities in Warren
Woman stabbed YOUNGSTOWN Police arrested a man on a charge of felonious assault after a woman
Boy, 17, charged in killing of woman at Dayton bus stop
Associated Press DAYTON A 17-year-old teen accused of fatally shooting a woman near a bus stop
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Next in line for the Brothers in Food
Next in line for the Brothers in Food Mark and Mike say they are heading out to visit a West side
oddly enough
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Police nab suspected thieves, collect stolen items
Two West Virginia men were arrested on Monday after police say they were caught with stolen items from Walmart in Boardman.
Bar owner sues city for $1 million
Sam Moffie claims city police and other officials violated his civil rights.
Child rapist, killer should not get break on prison sentences
Editorial: In recent years, the Ohio Parole Board has become much more conservative in releasing violent
Accounting firm sponsors seminar
Accounting firm sponsors seminar BOARDMAN Public accounting firm Hill, Barth & King LLC hosted
Downtown Youngstown craft beer and high-end whiskey bar plans to open next month
Project’s cost is about $300,000
Selected local stocks
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Campbell teacher co-writes stress management guide
Tula O'Neal teaches health and physical education classes at Campbell Memorial High School, and has taught in the district for almost 30 years.
USGS: Quakes in central Oklahoma here to stay
Community, scientists and companies debate cause of the earthquakes
State audit finds more sloppy bookkeeping at former charter school
The school closed in 2011, citing decling enrollment
Judge denies defendant's motion
The judge said that according to Ohio law, any plea agreement must be put on the record in order to be valid.
A shortage of engineers
Opinion: The Independent, Ashland, Ky.: What can make Kentucky’s proverbial “Golden Triangle” — the
Report gives oil and gas industry ‘F’ for investor disclosure
Findings say operators aren’t disclosing enough information about assets and processes
Radioactive material
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MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Robert A. Sheldone, 24, of 2328 Connecticut Ave.,
A decadent dessert bar to delight your guests
Family Features Anyone who entertains knows it takes effort to make it look effortless. For
Steelers’ Tomlin: On-field foray was ‘inexcusable’
It’s an ill-timed two-step the 41-year-old Tomlin allows was a lot of things, namely “embarrassing, inexcusable, illegal and a blunder.”
Dantonio: ‘No issues’ with the Buckeyes
Mark Dantonio wants to make it abundantly clear there is no lingering animosity between him and the coaching staff at Ohio State.
Make the Season Simple and Sweet Ho, Ho, Holiday Treats
Family Features Nothing says home for the holidays like the smell of treats baking in the oven and
Detroit bankruptcy approved
Associated Press DETROIT A federal judge ruled Tuesday that Detroit can use bankruptcy to cut
Tasty gluten free holiday recipes everyone will love
Family Features Choosing recipes to make for a crowd can be stressful enough during the holiday
Tuesday, December 3 (97 stories)
Christmas activites Friday on Warren's Courthouse Square
Christmas activities begin in Courthouse Square in downtown Warren at 5:30 p.m. Friday with the official lighting of the Warren Christmas tree by Mayor Doug Franklin and the arrival of Santa Claus, who will be available for pictures at the log cabin ($2 per person).
Warren's Safe Neighborhood initiative targets ways to reduce violent crime
Warren's Safe Neighborhood initiative targets ways to reduce violent crime
Detained American's special forces unit most hated by North Korea
An 85-year-old U.S. veteran being held in North Korea spent his war years there in one of the Army's first special forces unit, helping a clandestine group of Korean partisans who were fighting and spying well behind enemy lines.
UPDATE | Police chase ends with Market Street crash
Boardman police at the scene of a Market Street wreck
NYC train derailment airs queries about technology
NYC train derailment airs queries about technology
Recycling Division will close seven drop-off recycling sites
Recycling Division will close seven drop-off recycling sites YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County
Man charged after stabbing at Walmart
Man charged after stabbing at Walmart Staff report BOARDMAN A Youngstown man charged with
Campbell cops keep finding drugs during traffic stops
Campbell cops keep finding drugs during traffic stops CAMPBELL Within just a few hours on late
Police, Walmart nab men and recover stolen equipment
Police, Walmart nab men and recover stolen equipment BOARDMAN Police arrested two West Virginia
Lordstown Negotiations Committee will meet
Lordstown Negotiations Committee will meet LORDSTOWN The Lordstown Negotiations Committee will
Chevy Cruze has best-ever November sales
Chevy Cruze has best-ever November sales Sales of the Chevrolet Cruze rose last month, breaking a
Woman stabbed in stomach, man in custody
Woman stabbed in stomach, man in custody YOUNGSTOWN Police arrested a man on a charge of
Speeding car yields nine bags of weed
Speeding car yields nine bags of weed YOUNGSTOWN Police found nine bags of marijuana in an SUV
Jewish/Christian studies focus on faith traditions
Jewish/Christian studies focus on faith traditions LIBERTY Jewish/Christian Studies/North will
Advent speakers planned at St. Charles
Advent speakers planned at St. Charles BOARDMAN The Christian Formation Commission of St.
Man accused of pulling knife on store clerk
Man accused of pulling knife on store clerk WARREN James Harris III, 57, of Main Avenue
Warren Christmas activities start Friday evening
Warren Christmas activities start Friday evening WARREN Christmas activities begin in Courthouse
REUNIONS
Chaney High School January and June Classes of 1946 will meet for breakfast at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at
Humane Society to host annual dinner
Humane Society to host annual dinner LISBON The Humane Society of Columbiana County will host
Cold Weather Emergency Shelter Program runs through March 31, 2014
Cold Weather Emergency Shelter Program runs through March 31, 2014
Youngstown mayor’s chief of staff resigned
An investigation into claims he sexually harassed a city worker should be done by Friday
Pavlik, Lakeview win on historic night
Monday night’s game against Struthers could not have gone any better for Lakeview’s Alli Pavlik.
Federal law protects children with allergies
Without treatment children with severe allergic reactions may die
Local retailers optimistic after slow sales weekend nationally
Despite a slow start to holiday spending season across the country, local retailers expect a strong holiday season.
Trumbull County 911 continues to grow as more communities join
Trumbull County 911 continues to grow as more communities join
Three former funeral directors indicted on theft charges that could put them in prison 20 years
The three middle-aged men dressed in suits and ties, former owners of funeral homes in Girard and Niles, looked out of place sitting with jail inmates
Question if involvement is hindering contract between Northside and RNs
Question if involvement is hindering contract between Northside and RNs
EMERGENCY SHELTER PROGRAM
EMERGENCY SHELTER PROGRAM The Cold Weather Emergency Shelter program began Sunday and runs through
Cole’s ankle injury problem for YSU
Guard D.J. Cole is questionable for Wednesday’s game against Robert Morris.
Another week, another must-win for Buckeyes
There was a time when Ohio State players could look forward to a break after trading bruises with archrival Michigan.
Hunters go from woods to web after harvesting deer
The Internet has finally made its way into the woods this year.
Mooney’s growth leads to title run
Cardinals coach P.J. Fecko said the foundation was laid in the offseason.
Physical play no problem for Sefcik
The Howland Tigers greeted Austintown Fitch guard Megan Sefcik with a couple elbows, a shot to the nose and a handful of hard fouls on Monday.
Some Mill Creek Park roads closed for winter
Some Mill Creek Park roads closed for winter YOUNGSTOWN Several Mill Creek Park roads with steep
Federal Tax Update Seminar scheduled
Federal Tax Update Seminar scheduled CANFIELD The Mahoning Valley Accounting Society is
Retiree crafts a variety of toys
Court Strudwick followed in his grandfather’s and father’s footsteps when it comes to making toys.
Butler Institute of American Art Holiday arts and crafts sale returns
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The American Holiday Arts and Crafts Show and Sale will be this weekend
Supreme Court refuses to stop NY’s Internet taxation
On perhaps the busiest online shopping day of the year, the Supreme Court refused on Monday to wade into a dispute over state sales taxes on purchases on websites such as Amazon.com, an outcome likely to prompt more states to attempt to collect taxes on Internet sales.
NTSB: Train going too fast at curve
Associated Press YONKERS, N.Y. A commuter train that derailed over the weekend, killing four
School psychology scholarship established
Frank O’Block attended Youngstown College through the G.I. Bill
President resigns
President resigns WARREN Council President Bob Dean, who was defeated in the primary election by
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joseph M. Palumbo, Legal Age, of 4039 Pebble Beach
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Blood pressure control with hibiscus tea
Q. Since I started drinking hibiscus tea, I have seen my blood pressure drop. It used to run around
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Singin’ in the Rain’ suits are up for auction DALLAS A memorabilia collector is
Tentative deal calls for county to have an assistant dog warden exclusively work in Youngstown
The $71,464.95 estimated cost would be evenly split between county and city
2 indicted in toddler’s death
Associated Press TOLEDO A woman and her former boyfriend were indicted Monday in the death of
Fertility doctors aim to lower rate of twin births
Associated Press BOSTON In the five years since the “Octomom” case, big multiple births have
Student, 14, charged with setting off school standoff
Associated Press TOLEDO A 14-year-old student flashed a pellet gun inside an Ohio high school,
‘GMA’ weather anchor to leave ABC
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer “Good Morning America” weather anchor Sam Champion is
Lebanese army to take over security in Tripoli
Associated Press TRIPOLI, LEBANON The government authorized the army Monday to take charge of
Trial date set for Cleveland double-murder suspect
Associated Press CLEVELAND A February trial date was set Monday for a convicted sex offender
City needs waterline replacement
Staff report hubbard The city council is moving toward replacing a main waterline on Colliers
Mahoning road crews failed in dealing with ice on roads
Opinion: Mahoning road crews failed in dealing with ice on roads Two days last month, I had to travel some
Kent State reaccredited
Kent State reaccredited KENT Kent State University Health Services has been reaccredited by the
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, Dec. 3, the 337th day of 2013. There are 28 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Keep e-cigs away from kids
Opinion: The Daily Republic, Mitchell, S.D.: E-cigarettes are becoming more prevalent, mostly evidenced by
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown City Council, finance committee 4:45 p.m., regular meeting 5:30
Dog breeder licenses can be denied to individuals convicted of animal cruelty
Dog breeder licenses can be denied to individuals convicted of animal cruelty
Hospital worker gets 39 years in hepatitis case
Associated Press CONCORD, N.H. A traveling medical technician who stole painkillers and infected
Americans turn to mobile devices for Cyber Monday
Associated Press NEW YORK Power up and shop. Millions of Americans logged on to e-commerce
Demolition of the LSP gang brings well-deserved awards
Editorial: Although two U.S. attorneys and a federal agent are being honored by the Justice Department for
State approves tax credits as company considers Lordstown plant
The state and Regional Chamber hope $450,000 in tax credits will win over Matalco in a bit for a plant in Lordstown
Country singer tries his hand at Celtic carols TRACE ADKINS’ GIFT
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Country singer Trace Adkins continues to defy
What’s for dinner?
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Nicholas Kristof, a New York Times columnist and former farm boy,
The top five concert tours for last week, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the
The top five concert tours for last week, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the
Strikes target 100 US cities
Associated Press NEW YORK Fast-food workers in about 100 cities will walk off the job Thursday,
Los Gallos will not reopen in Struthers
The Struthers location closed Nov. 15, but was set to reopen in about two weeks after remodeling, Los Gallos' owner told The Vindicator last month.
Pilot use of automation is eyed in air crashes
Associated Press WASHINGTON Pilots are becoming so reliant on computer systems that do most of
Fitch earns D-I All-Ohio honors
The best season in Austintown Fitch football history has resulted in more postseason accolades for the Falcons.
YSU puts nine players on All-MVFC list
Senior center Chris Elkins, senior punter Nick Liste and sophomore return specialist Andre Stubbs made first team.
Penguins learning from early struggles
With a first-year coach (John Barnes), a lineup decimated by injuries and a big void in the lineup due to Brandi Brown’s graduation, the Penguins have stumbled to a 1-4 start, with three of the losses by 15 points or more.
Tomlin’s two-step will result in punishment
The NFL is still deciding how to discipline Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin for his not-so-fancy footwork.
Wilson, Seahawks rout Saints
Russell Wilson threw for 310 yards and three touchdowns, and the Seattle Seahawks became the first team to clinch a spot in the NFC playoffs with a 34-7 victory over the New Orleans Saints on Monday night.
Boardman’s Zidian named all-conference
Boardman’s Zidian named all-conference PITTSBURGH Duquesne sophomore DT Zach Zidian, a Boardman
Browns’ Weeden suffers concussion, QB spot uncertain
Another stinging defeat. Another damaged quarterback.
west virginia Judge dismisses multiple counts in gas-lease lawsuit
Associated Press MORGANTOWN, W.Va. More than half of the counts and more than a dozen defendants
Poland’s Bertolini turns around college program
This spring he will enter his sixth season as head baseball coach at Mercyhurst North East University.
Monday, December 2 (62 stories)
3 ex-funeral home owners plead innocent to theft
3 ex-funeral home owners plead innocent to theft 3 ex-funeral home owners plead innocent to theft
Trumbull County 911 continues to grow as more communities join
trumbull county 911 Trumbull County 911 continues to grow as more communities join Dispatch
School psychology scholarship established
Frank O’Block attended Youngstown College through the G.I. Bill School psychology scholarship
Federal law protects children with allergies
New law will protect children with allergies New law will protect children with allergies
Kitchen resigns as mayor’s chief of staff
Kitchen resigns as mayor’s chief of staff YOUNGSTOWN Failed mayoral candidate DeMaine Kitchen
Boulevard Park Block Watch will have a sign lighting ceremony at 6 p.m. Tuesday
Boulevard Park Block Watch will have a sign lighting ceremony at 6 p.m. Tuesday YOUNGSTOWN The
Taize service planned Tuesday at Villa Maria
Taize service planned Tuesday at Villa Maria VILLA MARIA, PA. Villa Maria will host a Taize
Craig Beach planning and zoning meeting today
Craig Beach planning and zoning meeting today LAKE MILTON The Village of Craig Beach will have a
Elton John returning to Valley Feb. 2014; relive his May 2010 visit
Dec. 2, 2013 | Relive Elton John's May 2010 visit
Monster truck show canceled to accomodate Sir Elton
Monster trucks show canceled to accomodate Sir Elton
WORTH A LOOK
BINGO, CARD PARTIES Bethlehem WELCA of Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 388 E. Midlothian Blvd.,
Christmas craft show draws 150 vendors to Expo Center in Niles
Handmade soaps, rugs, pottery and more were offered to holiday shoppers at the Eastwood Expo Center.
Group marks World AIDS Day
People with HIV don’t deserve the stigma that often comes with it, said two speakers who are HIV-positive.
Does state supersede local laws on drilling?
A closely watched lawsuit in Ohio is asking a question that’s burning in cities and towns throughout shale country: Can regulations in states eager for the jobs and tax revenues that come with gas and oil drilling trump local restrictions that communities say protect them from haphazard development?
Longtime Struthers detective comes out of retirement, works part time in Campbell
Jeff Pantall worked for the Struthers Police Department for 37 years before retiring in 2012.
Mayor weighs lake plan
Mayor James Melfi said the proposal appears viable, and city officials are excited.
County commissioners and clerk to participate in Lose and Win
Trumbull County Commissioners Frank Fuda and Dan Polivka say they believe they can lead by example and improve their own health by participating in Lose and Win.
Children's clothing store in Struthers makes its move after 18 years
Kid’s Stuff relocated in September to a new location less than a half-mile away, from State Street to Lowellville Road.
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Columbiana County School Employees Credit Union Inc.
Officials say worst tech bugs are over for HealthCare.gov
Associated Press WASHINGTON The worst of the online glitches, crashes and delays may be over for
BLACK FRIDAY Despite record crowds, spending declined
Associated Press NEW YORK Did stores shoot themselves in the foot? Target, Macy’s and other
Conn. university to test pot for contaminants
Associated Press WEST HAVEN, CONN. The microscope at the University of New Haven, set at
Years Ago
Today is Monday, Dec. 2, the 336th day of 2013. There are 29 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
YSU NEXUS grant program presents awards
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A new grant program in Youngstown State University’s College of Creative
Where’s outcry over epidemic of opiate abuse in the Valley?
Editorial: Imagine a rancid crop of broccoli shipped to the Mahoning Valley resulting in hundreds of people
Officials present lessons on school safety
Staff report COLUMBUS Boardman school and township officials recently addressed Ohio school
WESTMINSTER COLLEGE WCN projects, students receive broadcast awards
Staff report NEW WILMINGTON, PA. Westminster College broadcast and digital communications
NASA experts to consult at event at YSU
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Experts from NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland will be at
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Tied Ohio’s mayoral election: It’ll be the draw of the cards NEWARK, Ohio A
Hundreds go home after evacuation
Associated Press WILLARD, Ohio Hundreds of people forced to evacuate after a railcar damaged in
Deer season begins today under Ohio’s watchful eye
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s Division of Wildlife is monitoring deer around the state for
IRAQ Rise in bodies found worries UN
Associated Press BAGHDAD The number of Iraqis slain “execution-style” surged last month, the
Fire hits Lorain steel mill
Associated Press LORAIN The five workers injured during a fire at a steel plant in northeastern
W.Va. might have to return broadband funds to the feds
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. West Virginia could lose more than $2.5 million in federal
Ohio art museum selling off surplus pieces
Associated Press TOLEDO The Toledo Museum of Art has been holding a garage sale of sorts. The
game time
game time Who: Cardinal Mooney vs. Clinton-Massie When: Friday, 3 p.m. Where: Paul Brown Tiger
Authorities ID 4 crash victims, question if speed was a factor
Associated Press NEW YORK A New York City commuter train rounding a riverside curve derailed
Cleveland airport seeks abstract art from NE Ohioans
Associated Press CLEVELAND Cleveland’s airport wants to become a showcase for abstract artists
Prep football tickets
Prep football tickets YOUNGSTOWN Tickets for the Cardinal Mooney’s state championship football
METRO DIGEST || Exhibit focuses on Italian immigration to Valley
Exhibit to focus on Italian-Americans in Mahoning Valley YOUNGSTOWN “Italian Americans of the
1,226 schools in Ohio seek security grants
Associated Press COLUMBUS Applications covering more than 1,200 Ohio schools have been submitted
STATE FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
Thursday Division III Akron St. Vincent-St. Mary (14-0) vs. Trotwood-Madison (11-2), 7 p.m. at
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Springfield school board, planning committee, 6 p.m., high school library. Poland
Sunday, December 1 (84 stories)
Missing South Side woman found in St. Elizabeth’s ER
Missing South Side woman found in St. Elizabeth’s ER Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A woman whose
Youngstown marchers’ message on World AIDS Day: Fight stigma, revive awareness
Youngstown marchers’ message on World AIDS Day: Fight stigma, revive awareness By jeanne starmack
Florida St, Ohio St take top 2 spots in BCS
Florida St, Ohio St take top 2 spots in BCS Florida State and Ohio State are in position to play
Worst of worst glitches in health care website fixed, HHS officials say
Worst of worst glitches in health care website fixed, HHS officials say Associated Press
‘All of Her,’ movie shot entirely in Mahoning Valley, has world premiere Wednesday in Niles
‘All of Her,’ movie shot entirely in Mahoning Valley, has world premiere Wednesday in Niles Staff
Can local ordinances trump state law on fracking? Ohio court case to decide
Can local ordinances trump state law on fracking? Ohio court case to decide Associated Press
As deer-hunting season opens Monday, Ohio monitors health and safety of animals
As deer-hunting season opens Monday, Ohio monitors health and safety of animals Associated Press
Large commercial and residential development considered in Girard
Large commercial and residential development considered in Girard By jeanne starmack
Struthers children’s store makes its move after 18 years
Struthers children’s store makes its move after 18 years By EMMALEE C. TORISK etorisk@vindy.com
Search to continue for more victims of NYC train derailment
Search to continue for more victims of NYC train derailment Associated Press NEW YORK
Short’s TD catch gives Jaguars 32-28 win
Short’s TD catch gives Jaguars 32-28 win CLEVELAND (AP) — Cecil Shorts caught a 20-yard touchdown
Andrea Armeni | David Tharp
YOUNGSTOWN Andrea Armeni and David Tharp exchanged vows Aug. 10 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Jillian Janik | Cody Havaich
NILES Jillian Janik and Cody Havaich exchanged vows May 18 at St. Stephen Church. The Rev. Tom
Alissa Dreier | Michael Padovano
YOUNGSTOWN St. Columba Cathedral was the setting of the June 14 wedding of Alissa Dreier of Poland
Taylor Dugan, Jacob Cooper are engaged
Taylor Dugan of Youngstown and Jacob Cooper of Berlin Center are announcing their engagement.
Miss Braden, Mr. Whiteleather are engaged
Sara Beth Braden and Ryan R. Whiteleather, both of Chicago, are engaged. The parents of the bride-
Andersons mark 65th milestone in marriage
BOARDMAN Roy and RoseMary Anderson of Boardman celebrated their 65 years of marriage with a family
Family dinner honors Sandines' 75th milestone
BOARDMAN Mr. and Mrs. Dominic Sandine of Boardman celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary at a
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
GARDEN CLUBS
TUESDAY Ikebana will meet at 1 p.m. for its Christmas luncheon. WEDNESDAY Mahoning will meet
MASONIC GROUPS
MONDAY Mau Mil, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Friendly’s in
Time to sign up for youth concerts
Time to sign up for youth concerts YOUNGSTOWN The Women’s Committee for Children’s Concerts is
HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY Carmel Lucille Constantino-Billock
HONOREE Residence: Struthers. Date of birth: Nov. 25, 1923, in Struthers. FAMILY Parents:
HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY | Victor J. Burick
HONOREE Residence: Warren. Date of birth: Nov. 22, 1913, in Duquesne, Pa. FAMILY Parents:
HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY | Catherine Margetko
HONOREE Residence: North Lima. Date of birth: Nov. 23, 1913, in Youngstown. FAMILY Parents:
HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY | Eugene Krystek
HONOREE Residence: Boardman. Date of birth: Nov. 9, 1923, in Braddock, Pa. FAMILY Parents:
SENIOR CITIZENS
55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at noon Tuesday at Eat’n Park Restaurant in Austintown for
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Help kids in Niles through Courtney's Coats
The family of Courtney Miller, a 2009 graduate of Niles McKinley High School who was killed in a car accident last March 16, has started an organization, Courtney’s Coats for Kids, in her honor. C
2013 Whistle Blow: sounds of the past
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Some people near downtown Youngstown on Saturday
Campbell nonprofit readies 4th historical Sheet & Tube unit for tenancy
The complex's concrete row houses were built by the Youngstown Sheet & Tube Co. in 1918 to house steel-mill workers and their families.
Boardman makes partnerships to grow 'Southern Park Historic District'
Boardman Township and Boardman Park joined together with other partners to apply for a state grant that will make a 'Southern Park Historic District' possible.
A holiday tradition at the Mill
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Olde Fashioned Christmas at the Mill is a
Officials: Americans fighting in Syria are risk
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. Federal officials say Americans are joining the bloody civil war
METRO DIGEST || 2 killed, 1 injured in buggy-semi crash
2 killed, one injured in buggy-semi crash NEW WILMINGTON, PA. Two people were killed and a third
More Ohioans expected to register for ACA soon
Associated Press COLUMBUS For Ohioans seeking to get insured under the federal health care law,
In few we trust, AP poll finds
Associated Press WASHINGTON You can take our word for it. Americans don’t trust one another
Stats indicate drug-abuse epidemic, but have we become desensitized?
Area professionals who work in drug-treatment and law enforcement say statistics are one way to help people understand how destructive an addiction to heroin or other drugs can be.
From partier to addict, and back again
The influence of a lifelong buddy, who later died from an overdose. Loss of a job from layoff. Stress of attending to a dying grandfather and the influence of a boyfriend.
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Scott D. Nelson, 30, of 1440 5th St. SW, Apt. 4,
RECORD REVIEWS
One Direction Album: “Midnight Memories” (Columbia) Grade: B What’s the mother of the average
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Dec. 1, the 335th day of 2013. There are 30 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Saturday’s other Top 25 football games
No. 2 Florida State 37, Florida 7 GAINESVILLE, FLA. Jameis Winston threw three touchdown passes
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Old Fashioned Christmas at the Mill, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Artisans,
Zipping over alligators
By BRENDAN FARRINGTON Associated Press ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. I was slowly crossing a swinging
Whip the dregs in public
Opinion: No one (other than the morally deficient) who views the video recordings of the so-called Knockout
Federal Tax Update Seminar planned
Federal Tax Update Seminar planned CANFIELD The Mahoning Valley Accounting Society will sponsor
Loss of aircraft, jobs at 910th is a call to action by the area
Editorial: Does it make any sense for the federal government to have invested hundreds of millions of dollars
Is Ohio following wrong path?
Opinion: The Ohio House of Representatives voted recently to adopt a variation of the “stand your ground”
Gobbling up sales
Associated Press Thanksgiving Day is no longer all about turkey: It’s eating away at Black Friday
Contest to name Akron Zoo coyotes
Associated Press AKRON An Ohio zoo has a naming contest for its two new coyotes. The brother
‘Fast & Furious’ star Walker dies in crash
‘Fast & Furious’ star Walker dies in crash SANTA CLARITA, Calif. Paul Walker, the star of the
HANDSON
HANDSON Volunteering HandsOn Volunteer Network of the Valley, engaging 21st-century volunteers
Ohio police pacts set allowable booze levels
Associated Press DAYTON Some law-enforcement contracts across Ohio set allowable alcohol levels
newsmakers
newsmakers Romney’s son helps people in Utah crash SALT LAKE CITY Josh Romney says he was
White House: Deadline for website will be met
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration says it will meet its self-imposed deadline
MILESTONES
MILESTONES Lawyers Mary Olive, daughter of Susan and James Olive of Weathersfield, passed the
SANTA BABY
This month’s Snapz theme is sure to bring a smile or two to your face when you see the adorable
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU winter golf clinic
YSU winter golf clinic youngstown The Youngstown State women’s golf program offers a Penguin
Obamacare’s birth-control rule promotes slaughter of babies
Opinion: Obamacare’s birth-control rule promotes slaughter of babies The recent letter, “ruling gives
BOOKS DIGEST || Barnes & Noble will host book fair
Barnes & Noble will host book fair BOARDMAN Barnes & Noble in the Shops at Boardman Park, 381
LIMELIGHTs, CAREER PATHS
AWARDS Russ Carter, manager at the Austintown Quaker Steak & Lube, took home the Impact Manager of
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Lordstown Village Council, caucus at 6 p.m., followed by regular meeting, village
Hackenberg guides Penn State to upset over Wisconsin
The Nittany Lions freshman passed for 339 yards
High School basketball previews
BOYS BASKETBALL INTER TRI-COUNTY LEAGUE TIER ONE Crestview Rebels (Div. III) Coach: Herman
Saturday’s Prep basketball results
BOYS Beaver Local 62, United 46 HANOVERTON Jacob Luder scored 23 points to lead the Beavers.
AREA BOWLING SCORES
WEDGEWOOD St. Christine’s Men’s — Gary Bueno 254-725, Chris Hartman 237-707, Matt Clipse 278-694,
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