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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Robbers steal 4 unweaned puppies; unlikely to survive without mother
With no cash to offer their burglars, an Ohio couple was robbed of their four puppies on Christmas morning instead.
Humane shelter's residents need food, supplies, van, home
The animals at the Animal Charity of Ohio shelter at 4140 Market St. are so much better off than they were.
December busy for local auto dealers; Cruze stays tops
Two local auto dealers have had a very busy December, and once again, the Lordstown-built Chevrolet Cruze is their top seller.
Less snow equals more salt this season
A drier start to the winter season this year has helped area communities preserve road treatment supplies.
Youngstown native develops roommate Compatibility service
Kim Rubenstein wants college students to avoid a bad roommate experience.
Mahoning County looking to replace recycling bins with wheeled carts
Mahoning County officials are considering making a radical change in their recycling program.
Black churches prepare for Kwanzaa, observance of principles for living
The Rev. Dr. Lewis Macklin emphasized that Kwanzaa “is not a black version of Christmas.”
Youngstown woman pushes city for change in Brier Hill
Patricia Coney loves her Norwood Avenue home, which her parents bought in 1955, but says she’s deeply concerned about the poor and dangerous condition of numerous nearby vacant buildings.
'Interview's' simultaneous theater, streaming release test for film industry
Sony's "The Interview" has been a hacking target, a punchline and a political lightning rod. Now, with its release online at the same time it debuts in theaters, it has a new role: a test for a new kind of movie release.
Fate of Muslim pilot unknown; uncle says downed by missile
The father of a Jordanian pilot captured by the Islamic State group in Syria pleaded for his son's release on Thursday, asking him to treat him well in captivity as a fellow Muslim.
North Korea managed to make an OK film an historical holiday event
The FBI shared information with independent movie theater owners showing the film to educate them about cyber threats and a North Korean diplomat to the United Nations condemned the release, but said North Korea will likely limit its response.
HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY || Edna Patri
HONOREE Residence: Omni Manor Health Care Center Date of birth: Dec. 27, 1914 FAMILY Spouse:
Sight of Santa special treat for special boy, Cody
Cody Denmeade's health has declined and he is having seizures
‘Hedwig,’ ‘Elephant Man’ and ‘Incident’ stand apart
Associated Press NEW YORK This year’s best-in-theater list includes a musical with multiple
Mido makes great addition Poland Township force
New police dog Mido makes a great addition to the force, Poland township police say
Incident involving airsoft gun leads to panic at Boardman shopping plaza
Incident involving airsoft gun leads to panic at Boardman shopping plaza
City accepts 10.4-acre riverfront land gift
The contractor, which demolished the former Wean United building, has donated the 10.4-acre downtown riverfront site to the city.
Red Wanting Blue will reconnect with Youngstown on New Year's Eve
It’s been a while since Red Wanting Blue last played Youngstown. Two years, in fact. A lot has happened since then.
Boardman’s Bailey has major future in water, air
As an all-Ohio swimmer and future pilot, Boardman’s Brooke Bailey can fly through the air and the sea.
Ursuline grad Narduzzi reaches deal to coach Pitt
Pat Narduzzi spent eight years transforming Michigan State’s defense into one of the most intimidating in the country.
Steelers influx of youth maturing in time for big finish
Tuitt, Williams made big plays against Chiefs
Smith’s ‘In the Lonely Hour’ is year’s top album
Associated Press NEW YORK Up for a good long listen? Check out the Associated Press’ top albums
After 18 months, family gets Jewell for holidays
Jewell's move was made possible courtesy of HOME Choice program, which helps people with disabilities move from long-term care facilities to community settings.
‘Pretty Hurts’ is top song of 2014
Associated Press NEW YORK Need a new playlist? Check out the Associated Press’ top songs of 2014
Recycling sites abound for unadorned Christmas trees
The recycled Christmas trees will be submerged in area lakes as fish habitat.
Purple Cat Productions moving into theater
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Purple Cat Productions will move into the Youngstown Playhouse next
Howland couple say their 'U.N.' was God's plan
The Rev. Rodd and Lisa Meyer sit with their seven adopted children, from left, Fernando, 13, Deon, 3, Jonathan, 2, Jake, 4, Neveah, 11, Mar’shayla, 7, and Johnny, 8. Rodd and Lisa began adopting children after trying for 10 years to have kids, with no luck.
Faithful flock to Bethlehem
Associated Press BETHLEHEM, West Bank Several thousand Christian pilgrims flocked to the
newsmakers
newsmakers Sony releases ‘The Interview’ for streaming LOS ANGELES “The Interview” became
CORRECTION
CORRECTION A birth listing on page A6 of the Dec. 24 Vindicator provided incorrect information
Mayor urges calm after white cop shoots black teenager in Missouri
Associated Press BERKELEY, Mo. The mayor of the St. Louis suburb of Berkeley urged calm
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Mistletoe not so easy to grow
Q. Can I grow mistletoe in my garden to use for Christmas decorations? Dan from Youngstown A.
boston bombing Lawyers oppose delay of trial
Associated Press BOSTON Federal prosecutors are opposing a request by lawyers for Boston
Inter Tri-county league All-league SELECTIONS
Football tier one First team — Joe Alessi (South Range), Derek Fickes (SR), Ryan Miller (SR),
Northeast Athletic Conference All-league selections
Football Justin Len (Southington), Cody Helmuth (Sou), Ben Elia (Newbury), Mike Fenstermaker
Two indicted in armed robbery at Ohio racino
Two indicted in armed robbery at Ohio racino DAYTON A Dayton man accused of robbing a couple at
HOW INSECTS SURVIVE WINTER Staying Alive!
The thought of the potential elimination of Japanese beetles, emerald ash borers and stink bugs has many rooting for a harsh winter.
Casino agency: Rehire Horseshoe worker
Associated Press COLUMBUS The state casinos agency has reinstated the license of an ex-
IS militants capture Jordanian pilot after plane crash
Associated Press AMMAN, Jordan Islamic State militants captured a Jordanian pilot after his
Sherlock Holmes headed to Broadway
Associated Press NEW YORK It’s elementary, really. With all things Sherlock Holmes popular now,
Lab tech possibly exposed to Ebola
Lab tech possibly exposed to Ebola ATLANTA A laboratory technician at the Centers for Disease
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Nicholas Annarumo Jr., 52, of 8005 Hichcock Road,
4 death-row inmates challenge Ohio law
Associated Press COLUMBUS Four death-row inmates are suing Ohio officials over a new state
oddlY enough
oddlY enough West Virginia troopers hand out $100 bills PRINCETON, W.Va. Several people got
Kubiak’s influence credited for igniting Ravens offense
Baltimore can set franchise records against Cleveland
Keep your poinsettia alive
Keep your poinsettia alive Today may be the first day you lose a leaf. This doesn’t have to be the
All-American Conference All-league selections
Football American Division Player of the year — Larry Scott First team — Larry Scott
Today is Thursday, Dec. 25, the 359th day of 2014. There are six days left in the year. This is
Today is Thursday, Dec. 25, the 359th day of 2014. There are six days left in the year. This is
“Call the Midwife Holiday Special” (8 p.m., PBS): The “Call the Midwife Holiday
“Call the Midwife Holiday Special” (8 p.m., PBS): The “Call the Midwife Holiday Special” has an
City police find woman passed out
City police find woman passed out YOUNGSTOWN Police reports say a woman officers found passed
Losing those tree needles?
Losing those tree needles? As soon as your live tree starts to lose needles, it’s time to recycle.
A resurgence at the Playhouse
The Youngstown Playhouse is finishing up the year with a level of optimism that it hasn’t seen in a while.
BURN BABY BURN
BURN BABY BURN When: Sunday, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. What: If you’ve been partaking in too many
Puskas: Manziel, Pelini among those being remembered at Christmas
Santa Claus took care of Youngstown State’s football program a couple of weeks early.
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Girard City Council, special meeting 9 a.m., administrative office, 100 W. Main St.
Police break up protest at mall in Dayton area
Associated Press BEAVERCREEK, Ohio State and local police have broken up a protest at a shopping
Three face charges in child-sex crimes
Three face charges in child-sex crimes YOUNGSTOWN Federal and local law enforcement authorities
Honda recalls Crosstours for air bags
Associated Press NEW YORK Honda is recalling 1,252 Crosstour vehicles due to a faulty side air
James relaxed as Cavs prepare for his Miami return
The Heat is looking forward to the reunion in South Beach.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Correction: Thomas and Michelle Franco, Youngstown, boy,
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Big Eyes (PG-13) A drama about the awakening of the painter Margaret Keane, her
birthdays
birthdays Actress Hanna Schygulla is 71. Singer John Edwards of The Spinners is 70. Singer Jimmy
Ohio State liable after man run over by professor in Sept. 2010
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio court has declared Ohio State University legally responsible
Candlelight Winery, 11325 Center Road, Garrettsville
Candlelight Winery, 11325 Center Road, Garrettsville Sat: Davis & Henner, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Opera star Fleming to make Broadway debut
Associated Press NEW YORK Opera star Renee Fleming will make her Broadway debut this spring,
How do you know if a charity is worth your dollars?
Opinion: By Dean Karlan Los Angeles Times When my sister and I were children and flew to summer camp
Jobless-aid applications in US fall to 7-week low
Associated Press WASHINGTON The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits has
Michigan comeback short at inaugural Bahamas Bowl
Central Michigan almost wiped out a 35-point deficit
North Korea: No ‘physical reaction’ to ‘The Interview’
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS North Korea says it likely will have no “physical reaction,”
Niles church takes orders for Smart Choice Food
Staff Report NILES New Hope United Methodist Church, 21 Fairview Ave., is accepting orders for
Basic tips to keep birds happy in winter
By ERIC BARRETT OSU Ext. Educator CANFIELD We get lots of questions at the office about
CHRISTMAS | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
BEST OF 2014 TV
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK From the extraordinary Maggie Gyllenhaal-
Wal-Mart tests exchange for gift cards
Associated Press NEW YORK Starting today, Wal-Mart is letting customers exchange gift cards from
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 26.730.38 Avalon
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
‘Unbroken’ ignores remarkable part of Zamperini’s story
Opinion: NEW YORK I wanted to like the movie because I love the book. Laura Hillenbrand’s bestseller,
Mortgage rates increase slightly
Mortgage rates increase slightly WASHINGTON Average U.S. mortgage rates rose slightly this
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