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73rd YSU Homecoming concludes with parade, game
Junior nursing major Lester Bell competes with fellow Youngstown State University students in a Frosty eating contest at the Kilcawley Center Tuesday afternoon.
West Boulevard PTA hosts tailgate party
A sudden rain storm turned the West Boulevard Elementary PTA tailgate Oct. 4 into a party in the gym, but the students didn’t seem to ...
CVMS rewards students for summer reading
At the end of the 2012-2013 school year, Canfield Village Middle School students were given the opportunity to participate in the CVMS Summer Reading Program, ...
Senior center hosts Drums Alive
The women exercising at the Austintown Senior Center looked like they were trying to play music, rather than get fit.
Children enjoy jungle stories at Pajama Jam
Children all cozy in their pajamas heard stories about jungle animals Sept. 30 during Pajama Jam: Sleepy-Time Fun for the Family at the Poland library.
Stories published October 18, 2013
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Youngstown police seek 3 men who robbed McDonald's on Mahoning Avenue
Youngstown police seek 3 men who robbed McDonald's on Mahoning Avenue
Phantoms’ Romeo returns to action
Phantoms’ Romeo returns to action YOUNGSTOWN — Goaltender Sean Romeo, who set the Youngstown
Judge won’t act on marathon death penalty deadline
Judge won’t act on marathon death penalty deadline BOSTON (AP) — A federal judge today rejected a
Dallas police probe shooting of mentally ill man
Dallas police probe shooting of mentally ill man DALLAS (AP) — Dallas police are dropping the
Ghost Walk in Warren starts tonight
Ghost Walk in Warren starts tonight WARREN The Ghost Walk will be 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. tonight
Pumpkin carving at Fellows Riverside Gardens canceled for Saturday
Pumpkin carving at Fellows Riverside Gardens on Saturday is canceled
Prosecutor will consider charges in Ohio U. rape case
Prosecutor will consider charges in Ohio U. rape case
Bond set at $2 million for murder suspect
Bond set at $2 million for murder suspect Staff report youngstown Bond is set at $2 million
NJ court agrees to allow same-sex marriages Monday
NJ court agrees to allow same-sex marriages Monday
Cops arrest man who admits to growing, selling marijuana
Cops arrest man who admits to growing, selling marijuana
Ex-House Speaker Tom Foley dies at 84
Ex-House Speaker Tom Foley dies at 84 WASHINGTON (AP)— Tom Foley, the courtly former speaker of
‘Baby Hope’ slaying suspect denies he killed her
‘Baby Hope’ slaying suspect denies he killed her NEW YORK (AP) — The man charged with sexually
This charming man? Morrissey book climbs charts
This charming man? Morrissey book climbs charts LONDON (AP) — The new book by British singer
Afghan insurgents hit convoy by foreigner compound
Afghan insurgents hit convoy by foreigner compound KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — A suicide car bomber
Man who fled cops faces drug charges
Man who fled cops faces drug charges CAMPBELL A 39-year-old Jackson Street man faces drug
Some charges in snake case go to grand jury
Some charges in snake case go to grand jury STRUTHERS Two Fifth Street residents who purportedly
Reservations due by Monday for Ohio Valley Teen Challenge banquet
Reservations due by Monday for Ohio Valley Teen Challenge banquet youngstown Ohio Valley Teen
Youngstown has $870,000 in foreclosure bond money
Youngstown has $870,000 in foreclosure bond money YOUNGSTOWN In its new foreclosure bond
2nd SF Bay area transit strike in 4 months begins
2nd SF Bay area transit strike in 4 months begins OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) - Commuters in the San
Expansion of the Canfield Library starts next year
Expansion of the Canfield Library starts next year CANFIELD With the Tri-Lakes library having
Norwegian-Somali ID’d as Kenya mall attacker
Norwegian-Somali ID’d as Kenya mall attacker NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — A Mogadishu court in March
Concert set Tuesday at St. Columba Cathedral
Concert set Tuesday at St. Columba Cathedral YOUNGSTOWN The complete organ works of Maurice
Labyrinth walk will be Sunday at Villa Maria
Labyrinth walk will be Sunday at Villa Maria VILLA MARIA, PA. Villa Maria Education and
Crea pleads not guilty by reason of insanity
Crea pleads not guilty by reason of insanity YOUNGSTOWN A mayoral candidate who is in the Mahoning
DHS selection suggests priority shift to security
DHS selection suggests priority shift to security WASHINGTON (AP) - President Barack Obama’s
Saudi Arabia rejects seat on UN Security Council
Saudi Arabia rejects seat on UN Security Council RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) - Saudi Arabia today
New Castle police probe early morning triple shooting
New Castle police probe early morning triple shooting
Kenyan morgue: 2 ‘boxes’ of body parts from mall
Kenyan morgue: 2 ‘boxes’ of body parts from mall NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Charred pieces of bodies,
One lane at Route 11 south now open at King Graves after accident
One lane at Route 11 south now open at King Graves after accident The Ohio Department of
Pair robs Subway on E. Midlothian Blvd.
Pair robs Subway on E. Midlothian Blvd. YOUNGSTOWN A pair of robbers got away with over $260 in
Peete murder trial remains on schedule for Nov. 12
Peete murder trial remains on schedule for Nov. 12 Staff report WARREN A Nov. 12
Youngstown woman charged with stabbing boyfriend in chest
Youngstown woman charged with stabbing boyfriend in chest Staff report WARREN Emily E.
Fire hits vacant home in Youngstown
Fire hits vacant home in Youngstown YOUNGSTOWN Fire reports say a blaze at a vacant 37 Zents
UPDATE: State Route 11 southbound closed because of crash
UPDATE: State Route 11 southbound closed because of crash CORTLAND Traffic in the southbound
Valley grad details struggles of life in Palestine
Sam Bahour, a 1982 Liberty High School graduate, lives a long way from home, in Ramallah/al-Bireh in the West Bank, where he has worked 20 years as a entrepreneur and business consultant.
Route 11 southbound closed at state Route 305
Route 11 southbound closed at state Route 305 State Route 11 southbound just north of Kings
Man gets 20 to 40 years in beating death
Man gets 20 to 40 years in beating death UNIONTOWN, Pa. (AP) — A man has been sentenced to 20 to
Involuntary manslaughter plea in man’s death
Involuntary manslaughter plea in man’s death JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania man has
Trial slated Monday in toddler’s death
Trial slated Monday in toddler’s death YORK, Pa. (AP) — Opening statements are scheduled Monday in
CLUB CALENDAR
ALLIANCES Ohio Cultural Alliance will meet at 6 p.m. Nov. 4 for its dinner meeting at Old North
Genealogy workshop to explore research
Genealogy workshop to explore research LIBERTY Ethnic Heritage Society is sponsoring a
Phantoms players reach out to city school students
Phantoms players reach out to city school students
Efforts to fight drilling near Meander Reservoir stepped-up
The Mahoning Valley Sanitary District has hired legal counsel to protect the water source from fracking
Pikunas poised for first state trip
The Boardman freshman will compete in this weekend’s Division I golf tournament.
Legacy Dog Rescue of Ohio has tales to tell
The nonprofit organization focuses on rescuing dogs, providing medical care and offering a community pet food pantry.
Former convent in Struthers now residence for international students
The seven students who live at the Fifth Street facility attend Cardinal Mooney and Ursuline high schools.
Struthers’ Suber was super athlete, better person
The former Wildcat standout will be inducted posthumously in the Ebony Lifeline All-Sports Hall of Fame tonight.
Struthers’ McFadden doesn’t regret switch to hoops
The former Ohio State quarterback has spent the last nine years at the University of Akron.
SCALZO: No harm in checking the polls
The Youngstown State football team is ranked 15th in this week’s FCS Coaches poll and 16th in The Sports Network poll.
New Music Society concerts to feature pianist Avguste Antonov
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Avguste Antonov will be in Youngstown next week for a series of free
DeWine to crack down on veterans’ raffle machines
Associated Press COLUMBUS Veterans and fraternal groups in Ohio began shutting down electronic
73rd YSU Homecoming concludes with parade, game
Junior nursing major Lester Bell competes with fellow Youngstown State University students in a Frosty eating contest at the Kilcawley Center Tuesday afternoon.
Union students give back
By ADRIENNE CRISSMAN acrisman@vindy.com Students from Union Elementary School gave back to the
West Boulevard PTA hosts tailgate party
A sudden rain storm turned the West Boulevard Elementary PTA tailgate Oct. 4 into a party in the gym, but the students didn’t seem to mind. The annual event is a fundraiser for the Parent Teacher Association.
CVMS rewards students for summer reading
At the end of the 2012-2013 school year, Canfield Village Middle School students were given the opportunity to participate in the CVMS Summer Reading Program, with the possibility of earning rewards.
Poland briefs
Candy-free Trick-or-Treat to be Oct. 19 The Second Annual Trick Nor Treat Halloween Candy-Free
Austintown briefs
Trash and Treasure sale to be Oct. 26 The women’s group of Grace Lutheran Church, located at 162
Ursuline Preschool and Kindergarten celebrates 50 years
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Ursuline Preschool and Kindergarten celebrated its 50th
Sports Briefs
Canfield athletes head to state Canfield High School traditionally sends its athletes off to
Boardman sports briefs
BGMS drops two Boardman Glenwood’s seventh-grade volleyball team lost to AMS Blue 26-24, 23-25 and
Canfield briefs
Candy-free Trick-or-Treat to be Oct. 19 The Second Annual Trick Nor Treat Halloween Candy-Free
Student Selections:
By MATT SLAVEN Do you find yourself falling asleep in class on a regular basis? Do you struggle to
Family dinner honors Kohuths at 50th milestone
Mr. and Mrs. William Kohuth of Youngstown celebrated their golden anniversary with a family dinner
Senior center hosts Drums Alive
The women exercising at the Austintown Senior Center looked like they were trying to play music, rather than get fit.
Companion dogs visit SJIHM classroom
Jacob and Krystal D’Amico, puppy trainers for Canine Companions for Independence (CCI), brought
Boardman briefs
Candy-free Trick-or-Treat to be Oct. 19 The Second Annual Trick Nor Treat Halloween Candy-Free
Lions host annual new coats program
Boardman Lions had their fifth annual New Coats for Kids Program at Target in Boardman on Oct. 1.
Sarah Sosna, Adam Wilkinson set wedding date
Sarah N. Sosna and Adam D. Wilkinson, both of Canfield, are announcing their engagement. Parents
Children enjoy jungle stories at Pajama Jam
Children all cozy in their pajamas heard stories about jungle animals Sept. 30 during Pajama Jam: Sleepy-Time Fun for the Family at the Poland library.
Little Falcons participate in playoffs
The 100 pound Austintown Little Falcons toppled the Canfield Little Cardinals 40-0 on Oct. 13 at
All Colts teams victorious
The Austintown Colts 100 pound team were victorious over the Hickory Little Hornets for the second
Boardman Boys Cross Country takes first
The Boardman Boys Cross Country Team repeated as Federal League Championship Oct. 12 in the programs
Austintown sports briefs
Fitch topples Poland Austintown Fitch recently defeated Poland 3-1 in a four match set (25-18,
Cynthia Parkhurst v Michael Smrek
Cynthia Lee Parkhurst and Michael F. Smrek exchanged wedding vows at 12:30 p.m. Aug. 3 at St. Paul
Irving leads Cavs; top pick Bennett has asthma issues
Associated Press CLEVELAND Kyrie Irving scored 12 of his 15 points in the third quarter to lead
$7,000 West Side fire
$7,000 West Side fire YOUNGSTOWN A fire at a West Side home about 12:20 p.m. Wednesday caused
Meyer still seeks 1,000-yard running back
Ohio State coach Urban Meyer has learned to accept the aggravation and quickly counter it.
Williams: Sheely one of Fitch’s unsung heroes vs. Massillon
When a high school football game is decided on the final play, lots of details can get lost in the storytelling.
Village at Arlington grand opening will be Feb. 1
The grand opening marks the end of a 15-year effort that replaced all of Westlake Terrace.
Man surrenders in drive-by shooting case
Maurice Hasley, 24, is accused of shooting at a residence on Pierce Drive on Oct. 1.
Mamma Mia! Swedes are adjusting to life in America
The Larssons are adjusting to the Mahoning Valley
Candidates focus on roads
With financial problems behind them, two candidates say, the township needs a levy to pave bad roads.
Wilson, Lynch power Seahawks over Cardinals
Russell Wilson threw for three touchdowns, Marshawn Lynch rushed for 91 yards and the Seattle Seahawks beat the Arizona Cardinals, 34-22, on Thursday night.
'Taste of the Town' event is Monday in New Castle
Several restaurants are participating in the fundraiser that benefits the Lawrence County United Way campaign.
This week’s Q&A Lowellville’s Jeff D’Altorio
Jeff D’Altorio is in his third season as head coach at Lowellville. The Rockets were 5-15 his first
Canfield board sets spending plan for 5.9-mill operating levy
Canfield board sets spending plan for 5.9-mill operating levy
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Oct. 18, the 291st day of 2013. There are 74 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
YSU News and notes
Showing real growth: Senior tackle Andrew Sinko has been growing his beard since last year’s
Surplus food
Surplus food Rising Star Baptist Church, 2943 Wardle Ave., Youngstown, various commodities and
Snowden: No secret papers in Russia
Snowden: No secret papers in Russia WASHINGTON Former National Security Agency systems analyst
birthdays
birthdays Singer-guitarist Chuck Berry is 87. Actress Dawn Wells (“Gilligan’s Island”) is 75.
Hubbard man guilty of felonious assault and tampering with evidence
Hubbard man guilty of felonious assault and tampering with evidence
US must strive to improve shamelessly low literacy rate
Opinion: US must strive to improve shamelessly low literacy rate Teaching children literacy is such an
Week 8 showdown
By STEVE RUMAN sports@vindy.com The eyes of the high school football world will be focused on
S&P 500 reaches all-time high after debt deal
Associated Press NEW YORK The stock market hit an all-time high Thursday as investors put the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 25.02 .53 Avalon
ELECTION 2013 | Liberty trustee candidates
Three people, including two incumbents, are vying for two seats on the board of trustees. An (*)
Lynn Bowden
Lynn Bowden Liberty Player fact: The freshman running back eclipsed the 200-yard mark on 32
With government reopened, future GOP strategy unclear
By JULIE PACE AP White House Correspondent WASHINGTON By most measures, President Barack Obama
Louis Mann guilty of killing and robbing his parents
Louis Mann guilty of killing and robbing his parents
Police shoot robbery suspect, arrest 4 more
Associated Press COLUMBUS Police say officers who witnessed a group rob a store shot and
South Side Annex for sale
Potential bidders may tour the county’s South Side Annex at 11 a.m. Nov. 1; and bids for the building will be opened Nov. 20.
Farmers buys First Place building
Farmers buys First Place building CANFIELD Farmers National Bank has purchased the First Place
Obama: GOP-led spectacle damaged America
Associated Press WASHINGTON In withering day-after criticism, President Barack Obama declared
WR Brown on record pace for Steelers
Antonio Brown keeps insisting he didn’t get into it with Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Todd Haley on the sidelines during a loss to Cincinnati last month.
High-flying Hubbard soaring together
Behind every great performance lies a strong and reliable supporting cast.
Poland at Hubbard
Poland at Hubbard 2222Canisius at Cardinal Mooney 22222StEubenville at Ursuline 222222McDonald
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-over 73 in the
Eagle putt puts Henry in front at Shriners
The two-time PGA Tour winner broke the course record with a 60.
Bodies recovered from river after crash
Associated Press PAKSE, Laos Rescuers in fishing boats pulled bodies from the muddy Mekong River
newsmakers
newsmakers King papers go for more than $130K NEW YORK Some civil-rights movement history went
2 killers escape prison with fake papers
Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. At first glance, the paperwork ordering the release of two
Browns trying to fix 3rd-down issues
Despite leading the NFL by giving up just 4.4 yards per game, the Browns are ranked 29th on third down.
Director Bay attacked on set
Associated Press HONG KONG Hollywood director Michael Bay was attacked and slightly injured
Medicaid expansion will occur if Gov. Kasich’s plan is adopted
Editorial: Gov. John Kasich can be obstinate to a fault, as evidenced by his refusal to treat JobsOhio, the
As US demographics change, so does Americans’ taste in food
Associated Press MIAMI Salsa overtaking ketchup as America’s No. 1 condiment was just the
Huntington reports 6 percent increase in profit
Bank's mortgage lending suffers, but is offset by auto and commercial lending
An embarrassment for US, but experts say damage won’t last
Associated Press WASHINGTON It’s going to take a lot more political bungling to do any permanent
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Thomas A. Beck, 29, of 520 West Glen Drive, Boardman,
Economist: Partial shutdown cost US economy $24B
The full economic effect of the 16-day partial government shutdown will take months to tally. But it’s already clear it left its footprints in key areas of the economy.
liberty road levy
liberty road levy Five-year, 1.25-mill road levy. Would generate $266,320 annually. Cost the
Halloween display too graphic for some
Associated Press MUSTANG, Okla. One man lies on his stomach on the driveway. Blood is splattered
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Tribunal,” 7:30 p.m.: Premiere of Youngstown native Mark Kessler’s
SENIOR SALUTE- BAND EDITION
Names: Joe Risi; Sarah Comstock Instruments: Percussion/Quads; French Horn and Mellophone
Boil-water advisory
Boil-water advisory A boil-water advisory has been issued in Brookfield and Hubbard townships on
Brian Tolnar honored
Brian Tolnar honored Rochester, N.Y. Brian Tolnar, General Manager and PGA Director of Golf at
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
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