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Stories published November 28, 2013

Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Blue Christmas Service helps anyone grieving a loss

Lane Family Funeral Homes, Anstrom Chapel, 8387 Tod Ave., will be the location of a Blue Christmas Service at 7 p.m. Dec. 8.


It's official: Thanksgiving Day shopping is a hit in the Valley

Although the trend of shopping on Thanksgiving for a few hours before Black Friday is fairly new, you could call Jason Gennaro of Lowellville a veteran.


A Struthers man's final wish

Even in the last days of his life, Scott Raybuck was still thinking of others.


Pope redefines office, tells almoner 'go out and look for the poor'

When he was archbishop of Buenos Aires, Pope Francis was known to sneak out at night and break bread with the homeless, sit with them literally on the street and eat with them, as part of his aim to share the plight of the poor and let them know someone cared.


Vindy elf shopping strategies on Facebook today

Shoppers: Be sure to check out the Vindy Facebook page for bargain-hunting tips and Black Friday shopping strategies, direct from The Vindy's own elf!


Man arrested after early morning beating death

Man arrested after early morning beating death


Ashley Grenesko | Ryan Yosay

CHICAGO St. James Chapel at Quigley Center was the setting on July 13 when Ashley Nan Grenesko and

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Morrison sisters are summer brides

Sisters Melissa Kay Morrison and Holly Marie Morrison were married over the summer. They are the

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Rotary Club auction will help community

Rotary Club auction will help community EAST PALESTINE East Palestine Rotary Club will have its


OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS

Daniel J. Jr. and Kelly (Rohlfs) Lyden of Deerfield, Ill., are announcing the birth of a son, Daniel


Safety tips for seniors program Monday

A free safety tips for seniors program will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the Cortland branch of the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 578 Lakeview Drive.


Martin capital murder case postponed to April

The trial for David Martin, 29, charged with killing Jeremy Cole, 21, and attempting to kill Melissa Putnam, 29, Sept. 27, 2012, has been rescheduled from Jan. 22 to April 9.


Belin scores 32 points, but YSU falls

Trailing by three points with 13 seconds remaining at Kent State on Wednesday night, Youngstown State had an opportunity to tie the game.


Group warns of toys to avoid this Christmas

By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A consumer advocacy group is warning parents about a


Apathy, not anger, YSU’s enemy

If Saturday’s game against South Dakota State taught us anything, it’s this: Most people in Youngstown just don’t care.


Pa. animal rescue celebrates 15 years, 5,500 adopted animals

Club Pet Adoption — which boasts almost 150 adoptable dogs and cats on 31 acres — is located at 20 Schaller Road in Transfer, Pa.


John Weed Powers remembered as a wit, a crusader, a friend

Powers was a founder of the Youngstown Arts Council and the Citizens League of Greater Youngstown


Hake’s unique style a hit with Devils

It’s safe to say both Western Reserve High School and Andy Hake have plenty to be thankful for.


Versatile Martin part of Mooney’s impressive turnaround

He shares his name with a Western frontier city founded and built by wayward miners, loggers and land speculators.


Canfield fire district provides discount for homeowners

A lower rating from the Insurance Services Office for the Cardinal Joint Fire District gives homeowners in Canfield Township a chance at saving 20 percent on their insurance.


Canfield hockey teams to opens season Friday

Canfield is a member of the Greater Cleveland High School Hockey League.


Dream realized: Pittsburgh native to be mascot for 49ers

A Pittsburgh native has never wavered in her support for the 49ers.


34west will leave Dutch Village for new home in South Carolina

After more than a decade of staging dinner-theater at Dutch Village Inn, 34west Productions is moving on.


Music, books and DVDs for many tastes HOLIDAY GIFT MUSIC GUIDE

Holiday gift shopping is like going to the dentist.


New Middletown teen jailed in Southern Park Mall purse-snatching

Jarrett Drajic, 19, of New Middletown is charged with robbery with attempt to inflict or threaten serious injury to another.


The Speedbumps find their own road

By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Going mainstream usually means catering to the tastes of


SPORTS DIGEST || Cardinals, Blue Devils sell semifinal tickets

Cardinals, Blue Devils sell semifinal tickets Cardinal Mooney and Western Reserve have set up


Four arrested last week after pizza driver robbed in Youngstown

Cops found pizza box at one of their homes


Ohioans don’t trust Obama

By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Ohioans aren’t very fond at the moment of President


YSU Football report card

To pass a class in your major at Youngstown State, you need a C or higher. Anything else is a


Falling gas prices lift hopes for holiday sales

Associated Press WASHINGTON No one begs Santa Claus for cheaper gasoline. Yet falling gas prices


Valley family's annual Thanksgiving trip involves unexpected landing

Southwest Airlines Flight 2896 from Cleveland to Chicago made an emergency landing Wednesday.


10 Valley locals tell why they're thankful this year

Here are meaningful milestones for people The Vindicator has introduced to you in its pages.


Warren man gets probation in fatal New Year’s Day shooting

A 27-year-old Bennett Avenue Northwest man convicted of having a gun in a bar where a fatal shooting took place New Year’s Day has been placed on five years probation.


Consumers likely to increase holiday spending this year

Consumers are likely to increase holiday spending this year


CALENDAR || Old-Fashioned Christmas at the Mill

Old-Fashioned Christmas at the Mill When: Nov. 30, Dec. 1, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. What: Bring the


Selected local stocks

Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.17 —.01 Avalon


oddly enough

oddly enough Russia outraged by giant Louis Vuitton suitcase MOSCOW Politicians didn’t like


Miller now a threat in multiple ways

Urban Meyer believes Ohio State quarterback Braxton Miller has a future as a pro.


Houseplants getting brown edges?

Houseplants getting brown edges? Humidity may be the problem, or at least the lack of it in your


You can get syrup from red maples

Q. What kind of maple tree is this? Can I tap it and make maple syrup? Paul from Canfield A. The


thanksgiving dinners | Free meals available

North Lima Calvary United Methodist Church, 12062 South Ave., North Lima: Free dinner 11 a.m. to 1


They’re lovin’ it: Opera at Akron McDonald’s

Associated Press AKRON A Northeast Ohio fast-food worker with a classically trained voice is


Stambaugh Charter Academy honored

The school saw an enrollment increase of 50 students


US jobless claims drop to 316,000

Associated Press WASHINGTON The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits dropped 10,000


Syria, opposition confirm participation in peace talks

Associated Press DAMASCUS, Syria Syria’s government and the head of the main Western-backed


Listen to Cuba’s dissidents

Opinion: Miami Herald: The Obama administration is dropping broad hints of possible changes in U.S. policy


Health law business-insurance site delayed 1 year

Associated Press CHICAGO The Obama administration is delaying yet another aspect of the health


Same-sex wedding is a first for Illinois

Associated Press CHICAGO In a short ceremony inside their Chicago apartment, two beaming brides


“Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade” (9 a.m., NBC): Yes, something will be more

“Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade” (9 a.m., NBC): Yes, something will be more bloated than our bellies


Barneys to keep eye on police monitoring store

Associated Press NEW YORK Barneys New York says it will start monitoring the police as they


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Remember: Live trees always look smaller in the field The perfect tree

When it comes to celebrating the holiday season, choosing and cutting a fresh tree is part of so many family traditions.

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BUSINESS DIGEST || Gift shop opening

Gift shop opening NILES Jodi and Todd Markovich will open their new store, Jotoddi’s Candy &


NIGHTLIFE

American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630 Fri: Ginny and the Jettz, 7


THANKSGIVING Day What’s open/closed

A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for


Activists accuse CIA officials of murder

Associated Press ISLAMABAD Rising anger over deadly drone attacks spurred a Pakistani political


newsmakers

newsmakers ‘Anchorman 2’ bumped up to Dec. 18 LOS ANGELES Ron Burgundy wants us to stay classy


Dog-doo scofflaws nabbed through DNA

Associated Press BRAINTREE, Mass. Apartment and condo managers, dogged by complaints from those


Gloomy landscape?

Gloomy landscape? As winter begins to set in, some of us wonder why our landscape looks a little


Steelers, Ravens ready to pass the animosity

Associated Press BALTIMORE The last time the Baltimore Ravens played on Thanksgiving, coach John


CD RATES

CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.


Tallahassee police defend Winston investigation

A police chief is defending the handling of sexual assault allegations against Florida State quarterback Jameis Winston.


GIRLS BASKETBALL

GIRLS BASKETBALL Late Tuesday Cardinal Mooney 44, Ashtabula Lakeside 33 ASHTABULA Jaclyn


Years Ago

Today is Thursday, Nov. 28, the 332nd day of 2013. There are 33 days left in the year. It is


AUDITIONS

AUDITIONS ACTORS “Strange Snow,” directed by Chris Fidram at the Youngstown Playhouse, Glenwood


Thanksgivukkah serves up once-in-lifetime opportunities

Editorial: In a rare and incredible align- ment of the Jewish and Gregorian calendars, the first full day of


NEW THIS WEEK

NEW THIS WEEK Black Nativity (PG) A streetwise teen spends the Christmas holiday with his


Browns QB Weeden trying to tune out booing

Brandon Weeden has become a punching bag for frustrated Browns fans.


We give thanks for these?

Opinion: WASHINGTON We are tomorrow’s past, so this Thanksgiving give thanks for 2013, a year the future


birthdays

birthdays Motown Records founder Berry Gordy Jr. is 84. Singer Randy Newman is 70. Musician Paul


METRO DIGEST || MARTIN trial postponed

Trial postponed WARREN The trial for David Martin, 29, charged with killing Jeremy Cole, 21, and


Bob’s Country Bunker returns to stage after a 3-year hiatus

Feeling as though they didn’t want to burn out or fade away, the members of Bob’s Country Bunker decided a while back it would be best to take a break.


Extremists are threat to the future of Thanksgiving Day

Opinion: Extremists are threat to the future of Thanksgiving Day This year I will be celebrat- ing my


Births

Births ST. Joseph Health Center Brittany Mears and Kyle Peer, Niles, boy, Nov. 26. Kristine


Holy Butterball! Turkey disguised as Caped Crusader

Holy Butterball! Turkey disguised as Caped Crusader Associated Press ODESSA, Texas “We are


Rain, snow hit East Coast during Thanksgiving rush

Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. A wet and blustery storm along the East Coast made driving


Vallus polka band calls it quits

For 50 years, Eddie Vallus led a band that bore his name, but that chapter of his life has come to a


Obama continues holiday traditions

Obama continues holiday traditions WASHINGTON President Barack Obama has spared two turkeys


WTG

ThuRSDAY Discussion Book Bites, 4:30 p.m., Newton Falls Public Library, 204 S. Canal St., Newton