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Boardman woman charged with stealing wallet at church
A 52-year-old Boardman woman accused of stealing another woman’s wallet at a local church was arraigned Tuesday.
Police believe ex-L.A. cop on rampage is dead
The extraordinary manhunt for the former Los Angeles police officer suspected of three murders converged Tuesday on a mountain cabin where authorities believe he barricaded himself inside, engaged in a shootout that killed a deputy and then never emerged as the home went up in flames.
Youngstown prominent in president's state of union speech tonight
In his State of the Union address tonight, President Barack Obama used Youngstown and its $70 million advanced manufacturing hub as a model for new technology.
Canfield, Boardman fire crews put out building blaze
Canfield, Boardman fire crews put out building blaze CANFIELD Cardinal Joint Fire District with
Man charged with vandalism after mall disturbance
Michael F. Lewis was charged following a weekend disturbance at a Southern Park Mall department
Child welfare agency leadership experience sought for CSB director
The Mahoning County Children Services Board seeks an executive director with a master’s degree in
Suspected fugitive cop killer barricaded inside burning cabin
Suspected fugitive cop killer barricaded inside burning cabin BIG BEAR, Calif. (AP) — A man police
State rep criticizes two state agencies for a ‘lack of forthrightness’
Says agencies provided a ‘shameful disservice’ YOUNGSTOWN State Rep. Robert F. Hagan
Newton Falls council fires village police chief
Newton Falls council fires village police chief NEWTON FALLS Village council fired police Chief
Ex-cop barricaded in cabin in Calif. mountains
Ex-cop barricaded in cabin in Calif. mountains BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. (AP) — Authorities say a
AP source: Ex-cop exchanges fire with authorities
AP source: Ex-cop exchanges fire with authorities LOS ANGELES (AP) — A person believed to be the
Stranded cruise passengers facing dirty conditions
Stranded cruise passengers facing dirty conditions HOUSTON (AP) — Family members of passengers
NY mall reopens after concerns about roof collapse
NY mall reopens after concerns about roof collapse LAKE GROVE, N.Y. (AP) — A large New York mall
Open enrollment applications available Feb. 25
South Range will begin accepting completed applications March 4. Open enrollment applications
1 dead, 4 hurt in Maine home explosion
1 dead, 4 hurt in Maine home explosion BATH, Maine (AP) — A two-family house exploded early today
Amount of cash, securities held by Apple each year
Amount of cash, securities held by Apple each year During a speech today, Apple CEO Tim Cook says
Sex offender stabs officer, escapes in Texas
Sex offender stabs officer, escapes in Texas MIAMI (AP) — A manhunt is under way for a prisoner
Airlines lose fewer bags, get to the gate on time
Airlines lose fewer bags, get to the gate on time NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. airlines were less likely
Ohio EPA grants permit to keep Poland landfill active for 80 more years
The Ohio EPA has granted a permit to double the capacity of the Carbon-Limestone Landfill in Poland
Groups sue to end Midwest wolf hunt
Groups sue to end Midwest wolf hunt MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Humane Society of the United States and
US panel looks at why tall ship sank in Sandy
US panel looks at why tall ship sank in Sandy PORTSMOUTH, Va. (AP) — Surviving crew members will
Official: Courthouse shooter was ex-father-in-law
Official: Courthouse shooter was ex-father-in-law WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — A law enforcement
Mardi Gras rolling despite New Orleans rain threats
Mardi Gras rolling despite New Orleans rain threats NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Overcast skies and the
Paul Brooks gets prison term for robbing Boardman Realtor
Paul Brooks gets prison term for robbing Boardman Realtor
3 hurt in Maine home explosion; 1 person missing
3 hurt in Maine home explosion; 1 person missing BATH, Maine (AP) — A fire chief in Maine says
VINDY RADIO THURSDAY | Mill Creek executive director Dennis Miller visits
LIVE VINDY THURSDAY | Dennis Miller on Vindy Talk Radio
Suspect identified in city’s latest homicide
Suspect identified in city’s latest homicide YOUNGSTOWN Police have issued a murder warrant for
2 students dead after shooting in Maryland house
2 students dead after shooting in Maryland house COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Police say a University
Boy, 7, found with loaded gun in school
Boy, 7, found with loaded gun in school PHILADELPHIA (AP) — School officials say a 7-year-old was
Ohio woman charged in classroom brawl
Ohio woman charged in classroom brawl CINCINNATI (AP) — Cincinnati’s police chief has strong words
Former PennDOT worker sentenced over false IDs
Former PennDOT worker sentenced over false IDs WEST CHESTER, Pa. (AP) — A former supervisor at a
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School will host its second all-alumni reunion April 12, 2014, at Mr.
Shrove Tuesday supper set today at church
Shrove Tuesday supper set today at church north lima Mount Olivet United Church of Christ, 410
Explosion in North Korea today believed to be nuclear test
Explosion in North Korea today believed to be nuclear test Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea
Youngstown bishop praises legacy of Pope Benedict
Pope Benedict XVI reads a document in Latin announcing his resignation during a meeting of Vatican cardinals at the Vatican on Monday.
Rep. Bill Johnson is waiting for president to lead
Rep. Tim Ryan expects president to talk about job creation in State of the Union
Mahoning County elections board talks of reducing voting precincts
Also looks at equipment to speed up the vote count
Rocket battle: Lowellville takes down Maplewood
Lowellville’s girls basketball coach Tony Matisi uttered a half-joke, half-truth before Monday’s game at Maplewood High School.
Christ Our Savior Parish hosts Mardi Gras
The party was an appreciation event for members involved in ministries.
Phantoms owner critical of city’s study on Covelli Centre
The future of the Youngstown Phantoms remains anything but clear as the amateur hockey team heads into the homestretch of its fourth USHL season.
school attendance Doctored data has Yost calling for reforms
Staff report COLUMBUS Republican state Auditor Dave Yost called on lawmakers and education officials to change the way they determine school attendance for state funding and increase oversight of districts after nine were caught manipulating enrollment numbers.
WEATHERSFIELD twp. Proposed landfill concerns ex-trustee
Former Weathersfield trustee concerned about proposed recycling center and landfill
YSU women grew from key road loss
Oddly enough, a Jan. 12 loss at Valpo is the Penguins’ biggest victory this season.
Mangapora helps Canfield girls defeat Warren Harding
Sabrina Mangapora had 14 points and 10 rebounds while Rachel Tinkey and Abby Baker added 13 and 12 points respectively as the Cardinals defeated Warren Harding, 50-33, on Monday night.
Not an easy issue
Opinion: By Jerry Large Seattle Times Immigration has never been an easy issue for the United States
Study: 1 in 4 consumers finds credit-report error
Associated Press WASHINGTON One in four consumers found an error in a credit report issued by a
Example of bipartisanship
Opinion: Capital Journal, Pierre, S.D.: How refreshing to see Gov. Dennis Daugaard, his Republican colleagues
NJ casino to allow guests to gamble from room
Associated Press ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. Guests at one New Jersey casino won’t even have to get out
Harvest for Hunger campaign begins Wednesday
Harvest for Hunger is a food and funds drive effort in March to help stock food bank shelves for the summer months when donations taper off.
2 charged in slaying of Chicago teenager
2 charged in slaying of Chicago teenager CHICAGO Two gang members were charged with murder
Zoning meeting is off
Zoning meeting is off WEATHERSFIELD The Weathersfield Township Zoning Commission meeting
Senate panel plans to vote on Defense nominee Hagel
Associated Press WASHINGTON Senate Democrats are pushing ahead with a vote today on Chuck
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 28.60 .02 Avalon
MY FLUFFY VALENTINE
MY FLUFFY VALENTINE Dog- and cat-related items can be dropped off at the Animal Charity My Fluffy
Obama gained little from gun photo
Opinion: Mr. President, why did you do it? What were you trying to prove? And to whom? You know very well
Man sentenced to 32 years in prison guard assault
The inmate said he was defending himself against guard attacks.
Mountain Dew’s new breakfast drink
Mountain Dew’s new breakfast drink NEW YORK If you don’t like coffee or tea, Mountain Dew has a
MAHONING RIVER | Garden program
The Mahoning River Corridor People’s Garden Program, a group funded by a grant from the United
local vehicle sales
local vehicle sales January Top Five New Models Chevrolet Silverado 1500: 163 Chevrolet
YSU men look to rebound from back-to-back losses
Back-to-back defeats have hurt the YSU men’s postseason plans.
Today is Shrove Tuesday, Feb. 12, the 43rd day of 2013. There are 322 days left in the year.
Today is Shrove Tuesday, Feb. 12, the 43rd day of 2013. There are 322 days left in the year.
birthdays
birthdays Movie director Franco Zeffirelli is 90. Actor Joe Don Baker is 77. Keyboardist Ray
What will Obama do in Israel?
Opinion: By Uri Dromi The Miami Herald The announcement that President Obama will visit Israel in the
Campus plans book, CD sale
Staff report SHARON, PA. Penn State Shenango will have a community book sale and basket raffle
‘Tuna’ duo revive familiar faces in sequel
By STEPHANIE OTTEY entertainment@vindy.com NEW CASTLE, PA. A Christmas show in February seems
It’s shaping up to be a good month for our 16th president: Abe Lincoln turns 204 today, and on
It’s shaping up to be a good month for our 16th president: Abe Lincoln turns 204 today, and on Feb.
Timberwolves stun Cavs to end skid
Luke Ridnour scored 21 points and Ricky Rubio added 13 and 10 assists for Minnesota.
Jan. vehicle sales get year off to strong start
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Local vehicle sales were strong in
oddly enough
oddly enough For sale in Pennsylvania: 5-ton safe; buyer must move BERWICK, Pa. Police in
Mahoning County Children Services finds inconclusive evidence in investigation of alleged abuse of student
After more than a month, allegations of physical abuse at a classroom operated by the Mahoning County Educational Services Center are found to be unsubstantiated.
Glass still has hand in college football
Dr. Larry Glass soon will begin his 63rd year as an official.
Ohio EPA official: Lupo dumped at least six times
More than 250,000 gallons of waste was dumped
Tribe adds free-agent outfielder Bourn
Criticized for not spending enough on free agents in recent years, the Indians splurged on another star.
Benedict fell short of some goals
By RACHEL ZOLL AP Religion Writer Pope Benedict XVI set clear and ambitious goals for his papacy
Boston College wins Beanpot
Boston College wins Beanpot BOSTON Johnny Gaudreau scored twice and Parker Milner stopped 20
Army veteran receives Medal of Honor at WH
Associated Press WASHINGTON A veteran who helped “defend the indefensible” at a vulnerable Army
US ships Afghan war gear back home
Associated Press KABUL The United States began its withdrawal from Afghanistan in earnest,
County treasurer talks land bank at Boardman meeting
The Mahoning County treasurer offered the township an alternate slot on the county land bank board after a Boardman representative was not chosen for a regular seat.
Syrian rebels capture nation’s largest dam
Associated Press BEIRUT Syrian rebels scored one of their biggest strategic victories Monday
Browns owner goes back to Flying J
Browns owner Jimmy Haslam has gone back to running the family business.
About a dozen Amish men and women made the trip from the Middlefield area to Warren Monday morning to attend the hearing of Daniel Miller, 47, of West Farmington, now charged with sexually assaulting
A dozen Amish attend hearing for fellow Amishman charged with rape
It’s time for industrial hemp
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Four years ago, Michelle Obama picked up a shovel to make a powerful
Pay raise by any justification is still a bitter pill to swallow
Editorial: 2“They” are the commissioners, who last week approved a $10,862 raise for Jeffery S. Uroseva, the
newsmakers
newsmakers Grammy awards pull strong ratings NEW YORK Though the Grammy Awards couldn’t come
Diesel-fuel leak
Diesel-fuel leak BAZETTA Seventy-five to 100 gallons of diesel fuel leaked from a tank at a farm
A mystery fit for a king
Opinion: WASHINGTON Shakespeare would have loved this epilogue. The bones of his most reviled villain,
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Struthers City Council, caucus at 6:15 p.m., council caucus room; regular
‘Buckwild’ star faces two drug charges
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. Salwa Amin, a cast member of the MTV reality show “Buckwild”
The shelter’s items drive is done with the help of YSU’s Emerging Leaders Program.
Drop off items on the second floor of YSU’s Kilcawley Hall.
A more intimate experience
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Perhaps it’s a sign of the times, but the Blue Man Group
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