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

Civil rights activist Joan Mulholland, son to present film Thursday, Friday

To her son, Loki Mulholland, and his four siblings, Joan Mulholland was the person who prepared their meals, helped with their homework and meted out discipline, when necessary.


Trumbull corrections officer freed, inmates jailed after hostage standoff tonight

After five hours, three Trumbull County jail inmates gave up their hostage, a corrections officer, and were taken back into custody at about 8:30 tonight. The officer was not injured.


Another YSU vice president leaving

Another YSU vice president leaving


NE Ohio man charged in gambling probe

NE Ohio man charged in gambling probe


Man uses potato as gun in robbery attempt

Man uses potato as gun in robbery attempt


Indiana cat missing for 5 years reunited with owner

Indiana cat missing 5 years reunited with owner


Soldier convicted in WikiLeaks case gets new name

Soldier convicted in WikiLeaks case gets new name


Pa. cop charged with cash-evidence theft

Pa. copy charged with cash-evidence theft


MVOC to discuss its plans to help ex-cons April 30

MVOC to discuss its plans to help ex-cons


UPDATE: Hostage situation at Trumbull County jail

Hostage situation at Trumbull County jail


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Memorable Meals

April 24, 2014 | Cheryl Lewis and Jack Kravitz on "Memorable Meals"

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Police seek woman who took toy from baby's grave

Police seek woman who took toy from baby's grave


Mahoning Democrats to honor five

Mahoning Democrats to honor five


Wellness programs grow more popular with employers

Wellness programs grow more popular with employers


Former bar owner drops lawsuit against the city

Former bar owner drops lawsuit against the city


Chief has few answers on latest police shooting

Chief has few answers on latest police shooting


Ex-Ohio cop freed in killing can stay free for now

Ex-Ohio cop freed in killing can stay free for now


Agent testifies he searched home where teens shot

Agent testifies he searched home where teens shot


Mercer County Courthouse closing early Friday for evacuation drill

Mercer County Courthouse closing early Friday for evacuation drill


Abbas, rival Hamas give reconciliation another try

Abbas, rival Hamas give reconciliation another try


Pa. eye doctor and daughter charged with pot sales

Pa. eye doctor and daughter charged with pot sales


2 ex-college football players charged with assault

2 ex-college football players charged with assault


Ohio mom plans plea change in cancer-scheme case

Ohio mom plans plea change in cancer-scheme case


New Hampshire ex-priest gets jail time for thefts

New Hampshire ex-priest gets jail time for thefts


Body of missing boater found in Ohio lake

Body of missing boater found in Ohio lake


Law would require coroners to investigate suspected suicides

Law would require coroners to investigate suspected suicides


Pa. man sentenced to prison for welfare fraud

Pa. man sentenced to prison for welfare fraud


Circus elephant will catch footballs

Circus elephant will catch footballs


US weighs clemency for inmates jailed for 10 years

US weighs clemency for inmates jailed for 10 years


Traffic Incident Management class set next week in Lisbon

Traffic Incident Management class set next week in Lisbon


Ohio state park facilities to be upgraded

Ohio state park facilities to be upgraded


Unique tastes of the Valley offered Sunday at Tyler History Center

Unique tastes of the Valley offered Sunday at Tyler History Center


Medicaid signups set Thursday at Midlothian Free Clinic

Medicaid signups set Thursday at Midlothian Free Clinic


Jewish Community Center accepting applications for Camp JCC

Jewish Community Center accepting applications for Camp JCC


Program set Sunday on strengthening families

Program set Sunday on strengthening families


Shiloh Baptist Church male chorus hosts Sunday musical

Shiloh Baptist Church male chorus hosts Sunday musical


Damascus Elementary garners top recycling award

Damascus Elementary garners top recycling award


Canfield and township debate water and sewer service

Canfield and township debate water and sewer service


Three Boardman kids found living in deplorable conditions

Three Boardman kids found living in deplorable conditions


Austintown police investigating apartment burglary

Austintown police investigating apartment burglary


Miss Ohio in Liberty on Saturday

Miss Ohio in Liberty on Saturday


15 year old tells Boardman cops: 'I sell weed'

15 year old tells Boardman cops: 'I sell weed'


Pa. township and firm settle lawsuit over seismic tests

Pa. township and firm settle lawsuit over seismic tests


YWCA offers health fair for women

YWCA offers health fair for women


Mich. man among 1st in US to get bionic eye

Mich. man among 1st in US to get bionic eye


New Middletown Police host drug take-back day Saturday

New Middletown Police host drug take-back day Saturday


Man arrested in drug store robbery

Man arrested in drug store robbery


Accident causes traffic tie-up on I-680

Accidents causes traffic tie-up on I-680


Candidates' night forum Friday in Johnston Township

Candidates' night forum Friday night in Johnston Township


Authorities say Dayton blast is suspicious

Authorities say Dayton blast is suspicious


Sherpas leave Everest and some expeditions nix climbs

Sherpas leave Everest and some expeditions nix climbs


Elderly woman dies in Howland house fire

Elderly woman dies in Howland house fire


FOOD SALES AND DINNERS

TODAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve a


Park will host babysitting class


Dinner funds will help defray medical costs

Dinner funds will help defray medical costs YOUNGSTOWN A spaghetti dinner fundraiser will take


Rebecca Foundation will host a cloth diaper competition

The Rebecca Foundation will host a cloth diaper competition Saturday to try to beat the Guinness World Record.


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Battling over bankruptcy protections

General Motors Co. and a battalion of trial lawyers are preparing for an epic court fight over whether GM is liable for the sins of its corporate past.


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ABC official hopes to help resolve Hubbard horn-honking case with BBQ

An ABC 20/20 producer said the barbecue’s only purpose is just what the invitation says: ‘Peace and Reconciliation.’

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Fight to replace Hess looks to stretch into fall

The YSU football team’s QB battle wages on.

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Akron baseball blanks Penguins

YSU managed just three hits in a 5-0 loss to the Zips.


Three Valley high schools make U.S. News list

Columbiana, Hubbard and Poland Seminary high schools made the list


YSU men’s golf team set for Horizon League championships

Head coach Tony Joy Jr. is hoping that the 54-hole tournament is the exclamation mark to what has been a steadily improving spring season.


Tressel’s Akron status won’t affect YSU search

The plan is to interview six candidates via Skype

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Mistake to Moustakas costly as Indians fall

Mike Moustakas hit a three-run homer to lead the Kansas City Royals.

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Rezoning approved in Canfield for proposed nursing home

Mahoning County Planning Commission has approved rezoning for a proposed 72-bed Canfield nursing home.


Youngstown seeks military’s help with demolition of houses

A decision on the proposal would come this summer


Cavs’ GM: ‘We’re all under review’

Composed and confident for someone with such a hazy future, David Griffin is going about his job as if he’ll have it forever — or at least for the next few years.


SPORTS DIGEST || Hess, Wolford to take aim at large target

Hess, Wolford to take aim at large target YOUNGSTOWN Former Youngstown State quarterback Kurt


Howland security company owner faces 11 more charges

Gregory A. Oakes, 51, owner of three Howland-based security companies, is facing additional criminal charges


Rust Belt Theater Annual Repurposed Art Sale this Sunday

IF YOU GO What: Rust Belt Theater Company’s annual Repurposed Art Sale Where: Calvin Center is


New Music Festival will include several premieres

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A variety of contemporary music — ranging from solo piano, instrumental


Ohio rapper is poised for bigger things Lull-before-the Stalley storm

By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com On the campaign trail building up his fan base is how


Mahoning board expected to vote on terms of director contract

Duane Piccirilli, head of Help Hotline, has been offered $112,000


Liberty appoints new fire chief

The new chief has been with the department for 19 years.


Lecture set April 30 on blacks in Civil War medicine

The presentation will be at the Tyler History Center in downtown Youngstown


Group begins petition drive to overturn Ohio gay-marriage ban

By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A group that hopes to overturn Ohio’s ban on gay


Canfield Trustees move forward with ABC

ABC to approach potential customers in the southern parts of the township.


Freshman U.S. Rep. David Joyce faces a state rep in the GOP primary

The 14th District includes 11 northern townships in Trumbull County


dft/TOMORROW in vibe

TOMORROW in vibe The circus is back in town with some new acts.


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Warren woman shares link with rocker Dave Grohl

Until a several years ago, Lena Pilgrim was like a lot of Warren residents — she really didn’t know anything about Dave Grohl

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UK freshman Randle enters NBA draft

Projected as a lottery pick from the outset, Randle solidified his draft stock by leading Kentucky (29-11) to the NCAA final.


Spurs’ Popovich NBA’s top coach

Gregg Popovich led the Spurs to a league-best 62-20 record, which gives them home-court advantage throughout the playoffs.


Wild series so far for Penguins, Blue Jackets

The Penguins carry a 2-1 lead in a topsy-turvy first-round, best-of-seven elimination in which a team has led by a score of 3-1 in each game — and still lost.


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Ferrante’s vines spread fine wines

A Geneva, Ohio, winery takes the challenge and wins.

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Redskins owner: Critics need to fix ‘real-life issues’

Dan Snyder has insisted he will not change the Redskins’ name, calling it a “badge of honor.”


Fresh, fruity ideas to pep up your next party fare

Family Features When planning what to serve at your next party, glean inspiration from the sweet


A new discovery for the Brothers in Food

A new discovery for the Brothers in Food Find out why Mark and Mike’s next Signature Dish feature


Tips to help you plan the perfect party

Family Features Planning the perfect party can seem overwhelming, but a few simple touches can


Let your dessert table bloom

Family Features Let springtime blossoms bloom on your dessert plate. Cupcakes make a great and


Reds’ Cueto bests Pirates’ Volquez

Pittsburgh has lost nine of its last 12 games.


Burger Guyz are still searching

Burger Guyz are still searching The Burger Guyz’ never-ending search for the Valley’s best burgers


METRO DIGEST || World Book Night

The Mahoning Valley Hope Center and Books-A-Million have teamed up to host World Book Night at 6 tonight at The Mahoning Valley Hope Center, 3217 Surrey Road, one block south of St. Joseph Hospital.


best high schools

best high schools U.S. News & World Report released its list Tuesday of the country’s best high


Obama surveys scene after Wash. mudslide

Associated Press OSO, WASH. Swooping over a landscape of unspeakable sadness and death,


Football coach pleads no contest in rape

Football coach pleads no contest in rape STEUBENVILLE, OHIO A volunteer football coach whose


Gasoline prices rise

Gasoline prices rise YOUNGSTOWN The price of gasoline in Northeast Ohio rose almost 2 cents this


Early prison release denied for ex-lawmaker

Associated Press COLUMBUS A judge has denied a former Ohio lawmaker’s request for early release


In Internet TV case, justices show skepticism about effect

Associated Press WASHINGTON Grappling with fast-changing technology, Supreme Court justices


Court critical of Ohio law punishing campaign lies

Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court appears to be highly skeptical of laws that try to


Backers and opponents of Mich. ban react to ruling

Associated Press DETROIT The U.S. Supreme Court decision Tuesday upholding the state’s ban on


NEWSMAKERS

NEWSMAKERS ‘Scandal’ season-ender a TV-ratings winner NEW YORK ABC’s “Scandal” is ending its


Teacher meets goal

Teacher meets goal MECCA David Deeters, a teacher and coach in the Maplewood School District,


19-year old sentenced to 13 years in prison for violent burglary

19-year old sentenced to 13 years in prison for violent burglary


S. Korea ferry toll rises to 135

Associated Press JINDO, SOUTH KOREA The confirmed death toll from the South Korean ferry


‘Piles of bodies’ after S. Sudan slaughter

Associated Press NAIROBI, KENYA The townsfolk believed the mosque was safe. They crammed inside


Warren Law Department asks for special prosecutor in Howland vehicular-homicide case

Warren Law Department asks for special prosecutor in Howland vehicular-homicide case


If voters repeal sales tax, look for county officials to punish us

Opinion: If voters repeal sales tax, look for county officials to punish us On Sunday, April 6, The Vindi-


Agenda Thursday

Agenda Thursday Youngstown City Council safety committee, 5 p.m., caucus room, sixth floor, city


Trumbull youth summer employment program to employ 325

Trumbull youth summer employment program to employ 325


Feds investigating brakes on Chevrolet Impalas

Associated Press DETROIT Federal regulators are investigating the 2014 Chevrolet Impala after a


Ohio home sales fell in March

March sales decreased 6.6 percent from the same time a year ago


Murder suspect waives juvenile court hearing

Sentence of 18 to 20 years recommended


Don’t let Walker off the hook

Opinion: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Gov. Scott Walker was testing an idea last week — that the state may


Will Putin ignore West on Ukraine?

By LYNN BERRY Associated Press MOSCOW Since he took over Crimea, President Vladimir Putin has


Years Ago

Today is Wednesday, April 23, the 113th day of 2014. There are 252 days left in the year.


Births

Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Meredith Konya and Michael Macewn, Canfield, girl, April 21.


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Lowellville police chief emphasizes continued training for officers

Since the chief's takeover in September, officers have attended almost 30 training sessions — with a dozen more scheduled for this year.

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The following popular television series will release DVDs of episodes in coming months:

The following popular television series will release DVDs of episodes in coming months: v May 6:


‘Wicked’ composer fights sheet-music piracy

By JOHN CARUCCI Associated Press NEW YORK An assortment of established and up-and-coming


Youngstown voters must not jump on anti-fracking wagon

Editorial: Nothing has changed on the legal front from last year when proponents of the anti-fracking amendment


Economists cast doubt on unemployment figures

March marked the first time the Valley’s unemployment rate slipped below 7 percent since 2008, but economists cautioned against taking the figure at face value.


Youngstown looks to sell a downtown office building for $2 million

The city also plans to commit up to $40,000 to get daily service at the regional airport

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Man, woman, face charges after South Side shooting

Search warrant served after shooting observed by police