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Snow emergencies declared, holiday travel delayed
Pedestrians push a stranded car up an icy section of Market Street in Youngstown Tuesday night after several inches of snow hit the Valley in ...
Stories published November 27, 2013
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Courtney's Coats for Kids accepting donations
A fundraising effort named for Courtney Miller, a 2009 Niles McKinley High School graduate who died in a car accident in March, is accepting donations at Courtney’s Coats for Kids, P.O. Box 146, Niles 44446.
Penguins rally past Maple Leafs 6-5 in shootout
Penguins rally past Maple Leafs 6-5 in shootout PITTSBURGH (AP) — Evgeni Malkin picked up his
James scores 28 as Heat down Cavs 95-84
James scores 28 as Heat down Cavs 95-84 CLEVELAND (AP) — LeBron James scored 28 points and seemed
Ice rally to defeat Phantoms in OT
Ice rally to defeat Phantoms in OT Staff report Indianapolis The Indiana Ice rallied from a
Trumbull Young Republicans to meet Friday at new headquarters
The Trumbull County Young Republicans will host a meeting 7 p.m. Friday at the new Trumbull County GOP headquarters located in the J.C. Penney corridor, across from Fiesta Hair Salon, in Eastwood Mall, 5555 Youngstown Warren Road.
NH gunpowder plant owner gets 10-20 years in blast
NH gunpowder plant owner gets 10-20 years in blast LANCASTER, N.H. (AP) — A gunpowder plant owner
Former radio DJ faces sex charge in NJ court
Former radio DJ faces sex charge in NJ court NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — A former New York City radio
Police: Newly licensed teen crashed car while high
Police: Newly licensed teen crashed car while high BOONTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. (AP) — Authorities say a
Ruling on hot sauce factory raises job worries
Ruling on hot sauce factory raises job worries IRWINDALE, Calif. (AP) — A judge has ordered a
Ohio Amish girl, family flee to avoid forced chemo
Ohio Amish girl, family flee to avoid forced chemo A 10-year-old Amish girl with leukemia and her
Aunt: Woman lied about imprisoned girls’ whereabouts
Aunt: Woman lied about imprisoned girls’ whereabouts TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — The mother of three
Convicted Boston mob boss ‘Whitey’ Bulger moved
Convicted Boston mob boss ‘Whitey’ Bulger moved BOSTON (AP) — Convicted Boston crime boss James
Mooney & Western Reserve semifinals
Nov. 27, 2013 | Mooney, Western Reserve, YSU Wrap-up
Some Md. prisoners freed after 2012 court ruling
Some Md. prisoners freed after 2012 court ruling BALTIMORE (AP) — Faulty jury instructions given
Warren man convicted of gun charge
Warren man convicted of gun charge Staff report WARREN A 27-year-old Bennett Avenue Northwest
Brookfield parking ban in effect till Thursday
Brookfield parking ban in effect till Thursday BROOKFIELD By order of the acting Township Road
NY serial killer victim’s gravesite gets a marker
NY serial killer victim’s gravesite gets a marker WATERTOWN, N.Y. (AP) — More than 40 years after
Poland Township parking ban in effect till 8 a.m. Thursday
Poland Township parking ban in effect till 8 a.m. Thursday POLAND A parking ban for Poland
Austintown church will present musical drama
Church will present musical drama AUSTINTOWN Tabernacle Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 2432
Central YMCA to conduct Advent devotions
Central YMCA to conduct Advent devotions YOUNGSTOWN The Central YMCA will offer Advent devotions
Man arrested in East Side shooting
Man arrested in East Side shooting YOUNGSTOWN Police arrested a man Tuesday afternoon in
76-year-old North Lima man charged with assault
76-year-old charged with assault BOARDMAN — Boardman police arrested a 76-year-old North Lima man
Boardman police arrest man on theft charge
Boardman police arrest man on theft charge BOARDMAN — Boardman police arrested a 25-year-old
Warren man suffers facial laceration in assault
Warren man suffers facial laceration in assault WARREN A 55-year-old Warren man suffered a
Niles man arrested in Warren burglary
Niles man arrested in Warren burglary WARREN Police charged James R. Headley, 48, of Hiram
Poll: Ohioans rate Obama low
Poll: Ohioans rate Obama low Ohioans aren’t very fond at the moment of President Obama or his
Latvian prime minister resigns in wake of tragedy
Latvian prime minister resigns in wake of tragedy RIGA, Latvia (AP) — Latvia’s prime minister
Pakistani party says it reveals CIA station chief
Pakistani party says it reveals CIA station chief ISLAMABAD (AP) — A political party opposed to
Library openings delayed this morning
Library openings delayed this morning All libraries in the Public Library of Youngstown and
Partial verdict in trial of 2 ex-officers
Partial verdict in trial of 2 ex-officers PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A jury has convicted two former
Man gets 10 to 24 years in ex-girlfriend’s slaying
Man gets 10 to 24 years in ex-girlfriend’s slaying SOMERSET, Pa. (AP) — A man has been sentenced
'Light Up the Night' Christmas tour set for Dec. 13
The fifth annual “Light Up the Night” event is to get underway at 6 p.m. Dec. 13 at Heartreach Ministries, 211 Redondo Road on the North Side.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Calvary United Methodist Church, 12062 South Ave., North Lima, will serve a free dinner
Erica Patrick | Ryan Everett
BOARDMAN Erica Patrick of Boardman and Ryan Everett of Canfield exchanged vows Aug. 3 at St.
Lauren Brown | Michael Reese
CANTON Trinity Lutheran Church was the setting when Lauren Nichole Brown and Michael Gordon Reese
Emily Orazi | Steve Telego Jr.
BUTLER, PA. The Gardens at the Atrium Event Center was the setting for the Sept. 14 wedding of
Dana Elias | David Patrick
BOARDMAN Dana Christen Elias of Canfield and David Alex Patrick of Austintown were married June 22
Amanda Daliman | Neale Booth
CANFIELD Amanda Daliman and Neale Booth exchanged vows July 6 at St. Michael Church with the Rev.
Caitlin O'Patchen | Daniel Schnurrenberger
CANFIELD Caitlin O’Patchen of Cort- land and Daniel Schnurrenberger of Austintown were united in
Small Town Christmas to feature open doors
Small Town Christmas to feature open doors NORTH GEORGETOWN Small Town Christmas 2013, the 6th
Prodnick charged with assault in Wonder Bar altercation
Robert A. Prodnick Jr., 29, of 102 W. Liberty St. in Girard has been indicted on a misdemeanor assault charge in a Sept. 17 incident at the Wonder Bar on West Liberty Street in Girard.
Liberty store owner charged with obstruction
A man who was charged with obstructing official business while police investigated a shooting appeared for arraignment in Girard Municipal Court on Tuesday.
Snowfall this month is eighth heaviest for November in Mahoning Valley history
Snowfall this month is eighth heaviest for November in Mahoning Valley history VIENNA Tuesday’s
New West Farmington system will benefit 184 homes
A $414,400 Community Development Block Grant will allow the village to construct a wastewater collection and treatment system and help 50 households connect to the system.
Thanksgivukkah rare convergence of Hanukkah, Thanksgiving
Both celebrate religious freedom and food.
Many Mooney memories made at Fawcett Stadium
Their 26 Ohio high school football playoff appearances have allowed them to travel across the state, to numerous venues of both size and stature.
Speaker: Golden Rule found in all major religions
Bonnie Burdman addresses annual interfaith event sponsored by Mahoning Valley Association of Churches
Western Reserve QB has become his team’s leader
Among the highest compliments a quarterback can receive is the complete trust of his coaches and teammates.
Bucknell tops YSU women
Youngstown State went scoreless for more than 11 minutes during the first half and never recovered.
Austintown principals sumo wrestle to reward students
Two Austintown principals sumo wrestled on Tuesday to reward the students for their achievements with a math program.
Judge approves return of cremated remains from Niles funeral home
Judge approves return of cremated remains from the Robert P. McDermott Memorial Home in Niles
Phantoms visit Ice tonight, then off for Thanksgiving
A weekend off in the USHL is about as rare as finding a parking space within 100 feet of a store on Black Friday.
Louis Mann gets life with no parole for killing parents
Louis Mann sentenced to life in prison with no parole for killing his parents
Buckeyes, Wolverines have taken different routes since 2011 game in Ann Arbor
A lot has happened in the two years since players from Ohio State and Michigan — the Buckeyes with their heads down, the Wolverines wildly celebrating — left the field at Michigan Stadium.
ACTION opens Home for Good center
The community organization and the program for ex-offenders will be based on Federal Plaza.
Adaptation to big screen should find true believers
By JUSTIN CHANG Variety LOS ANGELES A child is born, a family is healed, and a sermon on
‘Black Nativity’ As film hits theaters, actor levensky smith of Youngstown is already looking ahead
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Levensky Smith is in a contemplative phase. The Broadway
Scouts to receive international Peace Light from Bethlehem Dec. 5
The light comes from the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem.
City of Youngstown's 2013 Christmas tree arrives in Central Square
The blue spruce tree was donated by Lillian Johnson of North Hazelwood Avenue
‘Light Up the Night Christmas light tour set for Dec. 13
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The fifth annual “Light Up the Night” event is to
Strong winds may ground balloons in Macy’s parade
Associated Press NEW YORK Thanksgiving travelers scrambled to book earlier flights Tuesday to
Snow emergencies declared, holiday travel delayed
Pedestrians push a stranded car up an icy section of Market Street in Youngstown Tuesday night after several inches of snow hit the Valley in the first major snow event of the season.
Woman’s purse snatched at mall
BOARDMAN Witnesses told township police that a man grabbed the purse of a 74-year-old woman as she
oddly enough
oddly enough Officer dressed as turkey patrols Vegas crosswalks LAS VEGAS A giant turkey is
Parents urge students to say 'yes' to life
The Yes Fest at Boardman High School brought out emotion in both the speakers and students when they talked about drug addiction.
Bond set at $100,000 in mobile meth lab bust
Jeremy T. Bowker, 30, of Rogers, and Jean Ann Hartzell, 36, of Pittsburgh, were cited on a host of felony charges.
SPORTS DIGEST || Mooney tickets sold today and Friday
Mooney tickets sold today and Friday YOUNGSTOWN Cardinal Mooney will sell tickets to Friday
METRO DIGEST || Grazed by bullet
Grazed by bullet youngstown Police reports say a man’s ear was split in half after he was grazed
City district leases P. Ross Berry
Three alternative school programs will be housed at the East Side building
Newtown report renews focus on Lanza’s mother
Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. As Adam Lanza withdrew from the world into his bedroom, the
US jets fly through China defense zone
US jets fly through China defense zone WASHINGTON Days after China asserted greater military
Maddux, Glavine, Thomas on HOF ballot
Four-time Cy Young Award winner Greg Maddux, two-time winner Tom Glavine and two-time AL MVP Frank Thomas are among 19 newcomers on this year’s Hall of Fame ballot, joining steroid-tainted holdovers Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa.
Browns sign former Division III QB Tanney
Alex Tanney can perform trick shots with a football. The Browns don’t need him to do anything more fancy than learn their plays.
Pelini’s resignation withdrawn; FAU fires him
Florida Atlantic has withdrawn Carl Pelini’s resignation as football coach and has fired him instead, saying they had cause to do so because he failed to report certain conduct of a member of his staff.
Poll: Kasich leading but FitzGerald gaining ground
71 percent of respondents didn't know FitzGerald enough to form an opinion of him
Jesus statue planned near school
Associated Press NEW COCORD, Ohio A local parent hopes to put a life-size sculpture of Jesus on
Abandonment case raises concerns for adoption advocates
Associated Press CINCINNATI When an Ohio couple recently gave child welfare officials a 9-year-
49ers’ Kaepernick bounces back after rough stretch
Jim Harbaugh pulled his young quarterback aside last week to praise him for his professionalism and leadership during a rough patch for the reigning NFC champion 49ers.
Veteran safety ‘freak’ of nature on Steelers defense
The strands of gray in Troy Polamalu’s hair are still there. So are the hints of salt in his still mostly pepper beard.
Police fire water cannons to disperse Egypt protests
Associated Press CAIRO Black-clad Egyptian police descended on two small anti-government rallies
End holiday gatherings with a slice of decadence
Family Features Savoring a flavorful, homemade pie is the perfect way to end any gathering during
Sooners still have Big 12 hopes
Associated Press NORMAN, Okla. No. 20 Oklahoma didn’t necessarily need additional motivation
THANKSGIVING Day What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
Holiday dinners | Free meals available
North Lima Calvary United Methodist Church, 12062 South Ave., North Lima: Free dinner 11 a.m. to 1
birthdays
birthdays Actor James Avery (“Sparks,” “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air”) is 65. Director Kathryn
Happy Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving The Burger Guyz wish to extend their best wishes for a happy Thanksgiving to
Tips for a healthy holiday
Family Features ’Tis the season to eat, drink and be healthy. It’s tempting to over- indulge
Valley unemployment rate rises, as labor force shrinks
Unemployment grew in the Valley during September and October, reflecting a slow recovery and disappointing figures at the state-level.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Waldemar and Ruth Cruz, Youngstown, boy, Nov. 25. Jason and
Orders taken for Smart Choice Food
Staff report NILES New Hope United Methodist Church, 21 Fairview Ave., is accepting orders for
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
home for good | Some facts
Rose Carter, executive director of ACTION, Alliance for Congregational Transformation Influencing
A crucial solar energy study
Opinion: The Mining Journal, Marquette, Mich.: We’ll be interested, along with a great many people, we
Men’s Wearhouse pursues Jos. A. Bank
Associated Press NEW YORK Never say never. Just when it looked like a potential combination
Local foods hold promise
Opinion: By Tom Vilsack Special to The Vindicator From local farmers markets to regional food hubs, new
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.17 —.1 Avalon
Barbarism: A defiance of society’s conventions
Opinion: Random thoughts on the passing scene: Many people take pride in defying the conventions of
Global free-trade talks collapse
Global free-trade talks collapse GENEVA Negotiators came close but failed Tuesday to clinch a
These were the top five DVD rentals at Redbox kiosks from Nov. 18-24:
These were the top five DVD rentals at Redbox kiosks from Nov. 18-24: v “The Heat”: Fox v “The
UN motion aims to protect online privacy
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS The U.N. General Assembly’s human-rights committee on Tuesday
Paramount Theatre’s travails reflect a lackadaisical attitude
Editorial: A story in the Vindicator friday obviously was the catalyst for the change in attitude. In the
Turkey Time
Family Features One of the most memo- rable moments at any holiday dinner is when a moist,
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Ivan B. Turner, 50, of 14475 Salem Alliance Road,