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Kids beaten naked, raped, tied and chained to beds get help from online teacher
A girl beaten and tied to her bed, sometimes for weeks at a time, won freedom for herself and her siblings by emailing a teacher at her online school to plead for help, officials said Wednesday.
600 vets go for military ID cards in first 3 days
The Trumbull County Recorder’s Office has provided 600 military veterans with identification cards during the first three days they were offered.
Sports Desk: Football and Basketball
Feb. 12, 2014 | Sports Desk discusses the latest news in local and national sports
Ex-New Orleans mayor convicted of taking bribes
Ex-New Orleans mayor convicted of taking bribes NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Former News Orleans Mayor Ray
BREAKING NEWS | Tonight's Varekai performance canceled at Covelli Center
Tonight's Varekai performance canceled at Covelli
Volosozhar and Trankov of Russia win pairs gold
Volosozhar and Trankov of Russia win pairs gold SOCHI, Russia (AP) — Maxim Trankov hopes young
Judge sets November trial in marathon bombing
Judge sets November trial in marathon bombing BOSTON (AP) — A federal judge today set a November
Fierce debates as Britain sinks further underwater
Fierce debates as Britain sinks further underwater LONDON (AP) — Soggy Britain is being soaked
Stroke risk tied to cold, humidity, weather swings
Stroke risk tied to cold, humidity, weather swings There may be a link between weather and the
Senate looks to clear debt limit bill for Obama
Senate looks to clear debt limit bill for Obama WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress appears on track to
MCCTC students host Hair and Nail-a-thon fundraiser Thursday
MCCTC students host Hair and Nail-a-thon fundraiser Thursday
Life’s a beach at the Winter Olympics
Life’s a beach at the Winter Olympics SOCHI, Russia (AP) — Forget the parkas and stocking hats.
Ice storm encases parts of the South
Ice storm encases parts of the South ATLANTA (AP) — An ice storm gripped the winter-weary South
Briar Rabbit
Feb. 12, 2014 | Briar Rabbit talks about his tour and rich music history
United Way exceeds campaign goal
United Way exceeds campaign goal BOARDMAN The United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley
Talmer Bancorp Inc. raises $202.8M in initial public offering
Talmer Bancorp Inc. raises $202.8M in initial public offering
Traffic stops bring Campbell drug arrests
Traffic stops bring Campbell drug arrests Staff report CAMPBELL City police made several
Pittsburgh-based Highmark cuts 132 jobs in IT and sales
Pittsburgh-based Highmark cuts 132 jobs in IT and sales
Woman smuggled drugs to Mercer County inmate with a kiss
Woman smuggled drugs to Mercer County inmate with a kiss
Wright-Patterson air base releases sexual-assault statistics
Wright-Patterson air base release sexual-assault stats
Home Savings donates $10K for Howland stadium improvements
Home Savings Charitable Foundation has donated $10,000 to the Howland Community Stadium Foundation to support its campaign to renovate and modernize the Howland Community Stadium.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., will serve a chicken
Email correction
Email correction WARREN An incorrect address was provided to The Vindicator for a recent story
Powerstown block watch to meet Thursday
The Powerstown Neighbors Block Watch will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at Faith Community Church, 1919 Midlothian Blvd. Councilman John R. Swierz, D-7th, will be attending to discuss neighborhood issues.
Western Reserve Port Authority approves air show sponsorship
The Western Reserve Port Authority, which runs the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport, approved a motion Monday afternoon authorizing a $25,000 sponsorship for the Thunder Over The Valley air show coming to the airport and the Youngstown Air Reserve Station on May 17 and 18.
Search of Judge Belinky’s home yields more documents
Agents searched the home and office of Mahoning County Probate Judge Mark Belinky simultaneously
Girard recovers from tough loss
After having a 12-game winning streak snapped by LaBrae last Friday, 49-47, the Indians did some soul searching.
Candidate Dave Engler has $161,616 in federal liens for unpaid taxes
He contends the amount is $50,000 to $60,000
Fundraiser to help one-time Austintown coach in need of transplant
Donations are being accepted at Associated School Employees Credit Union offices
Pleas-ing milestone in Liberty victory
Liberty High’s Asim Pleas was anxious heading into Tuesday night’s matchup at Struthers.
Strong second quarter powers Fitch win
Three nights after celebrating a thrilling victory over Lake, the Fitch High boys basketball team started sluggishly against a good Marlington team.
Plan seeks to revive Route 422 corridor; residents say 'not so fast'
About 50 people attended a meeting to hear some proposals for the area
Timeout talk lifts Poland to victory
Poland coach Ken Grisdale huddled his Bulldogs, asking a decisive question.
Chaney students can earn college credit for dance
The program could expand to other offerings with the College of Creative Arts and Communication
Sutton helps Phantoms players stay sharp
No one has seen more Youngstown Phantoms games and practices in the past three years than Bill Sutton.
Lecture-recital to shed light on Harlem Renaissance
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN J LanYe, a vocalist-pianist and music educator with a long and
SPORTS DIGEST || Fitch golfer to continue at Notre Dame College
Fitch golfer to continue at Notre Dame College AUSTINTOWN Austintown Fitch senior Rachel
Girard considers riverfront development
A recreational use suits the city’s area known as the Flats, said Mayor Jim Melfi.
Assistant coach Matt Kuti pleads not guilty to OVI, domestic violence
A former assistant wrestling coach at Austintown Middle School pleaded not guilty to operating a vehicle while impaired and domestic violence
Whitfield gets 13 years in 2012 murder of Michael Abighanem
Sentenced for involuntary manslaughter, aggravated robbery
Candidate for Warren Board of Education indicted on theft charges
Candidate for Warren Board of Education indicted on theft charges
Fire in Warren sends 5 people to hospitals
Staff report WARREN Five people were injured — two of them flown to Akron Children’s Hospital —
Youngstown officials can’t seem to find Moffie
City demolished a house on the South Side without telling him
Ohio Edison checking into exploding manhole cover in Warren
Ohio Edison checking into exploding manhole cover in Warren
Prayers for Father Popovich
A blue light and ribbon project at St. Paul the Apostle Church in New Middletown is being promoted to remind people to pray for the Rev. Stephen Popovich, church pastor, who was injured in a car accident in mid-November and is in rehab. From left are Georgie Shane, Helen Parry, Jayne and Harry Kale, Jerry Wittenauer, Jim Parry and Barb Wittenauer.
Italy, US arrest 24 in mob drug-smuggling case
Associated Press NEW YORK Reputed mobsters in New York City and Italy joined forces in a failed
US job openings fell in December
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. employers posted fewer job openings in December, and hiring
Here’s a look at the life of Shirley Temple, who died Monday at age 85:
Here’s a look at the life of Shirley Temple, who died Monday at age 85: v Golden curls: Her mother
Shirley Temple: 1928-2014 Former child star remembered
SHIRLEY TEMPLE FACTS Shirley was box-office top draw from 1935 through 1938. At age 6, Temple
Illegal spy program a failure
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords President Barack Obama’s support for the NSA’s domestic spying
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.20 .23 Avalon
Remember when sex was private matter?
Opinion: Random thoughts on the passing scene: It is amazing how many people still fall for the argument
Healthier sweets for your sweetheart Be my healthy valentine
Family Features It’s easy to share in the fun of Valentine’s Day by serving those you love sweet
At Krakus, it’s pirogi or bust!
At Krakus, it’s pirogi or bust! After Erin Kouvas’ recent visit to Krakus Polish Deli, she says
Great Spanish values
Great Spanish values Few countries love their wines more than Spain. Drinks Columnist Brian Fry
Wire fox terrier is top dog at Westminster
Associated Press NEW YORK Sky the wire fox terrier has become America’s top dog. Sky won best
Stambaugh, Kravitz plan Pre-Passover Seder meal
A Seder dinner is aimed to teach the non-Jewish community.
Commissioner questions same company getting two sewer projects in two months
Commissioner questions same company getting two sewer projects in two months
More housecleaning for Browns owner
The Browns fired their coach after one season. Now they’re sweeping out their front office.
Love your heart with lean pork tenderloin
Family Features According to Chef Judson Allen, a “Next Food Network Star” finalist and chef who
BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY’S You’ll hardly go lightly on the pancakes here
The menu at Breakfast at Tiffany's is wider than a mile.
Atlanta area braces for ice storm
Associated Press ATLANTA The city dodged the first punch of a dangerous winter storm Tuesday,
Closed Hubbard exit ramp affects busineses
The Route 62 exit is the first for I-80 westbound in Ohio, and its closure has impacted nearby businesses that depend on trucks and travelers to bring in business from out of state.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses William C. Taylor Jr., 46, of 663 Notre Dame Ave.,
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Weathersfield Township Board of Zoning Appeals, 7 p.m., township administration
Volunteers smuggle dogs from Sochi out of town
Associated Press SOCHI, Russia Alexei stops in his tracks as he sees a half-breed Labrador
birthdays
birthdays Movie director Franco Zeffirelli is 91. Actor Joe Don Baker is 78. Country singer Moe
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent police activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND Feb.
Marketing execs: Let Sam’s play talk
Any NFL team that drafts Michael Sam will be taking on much more than a rookie pass-rusher.
oddly enough
oddly enough Heart-warming messages to patients etched in snow MINNEAPOLIS Huge messages left
Deng, Bennett power Cavs to third straight
Luol Deng scored 22 points, and the Cleveland Cavaliers avenged a 44-point loss to Sacramento with a 109-99 win over the Kings on Tuesday night.
Use of drone highlights questions for journalists
Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. As police responded to a deadly car crash, they noticed an
Mahoning Valley has an ally in the Obama administration
Editorial: If Jay Williams, deputy director of the U.S. Office of Intergovernmental Affairs and former mayor
Export-sales record
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker announced Tuesday that Ohio was one of 16 states that set new records for export sales in 2013.
Stop the execution train
Opinion: The Tennessean, Nashville, Tenn.: If the state of Tennessee has its way, it will put 10 people to
Kent State wrestler suspended for homophobic tweets
Kent State redshirt sophomore Sam Wheeler from Copley High School was indefinitely suspended from the wrestling team Monday after posting homophobic comments on Twitter.
us house GOP retreats from debt battle
Associated Press WASHINGTON Unwilling to spook the markets and divided among themselves, House
Not all political lies carry same weight
Opinion: Most people accept the notion that politicians don’t always tell the truth. Some lies are harmless
TOMORROW in vibe
TOMORROW in vibe Broadway duo will sing with the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra on Saturday.
Earnings gap between college and high-school grads widest in 48 years
Associated Press WASHINGTON The earnings gap between young adults with and without bachelor’s
Weathersfield trustees appoint Rouan to festival committee
By MARY R. SMITH news@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE Weathersfield Township trustees Tuesday
1 injured, 1 missing in gas-well blast in southwestern Pa.
Associated Press PITTSBURGH One worker was injured and another went missing after a Tuesday
Badgers coach turned down Browns
Wisconsin said Tuesday that coach Gary Andersen was contacted by the Cleveland Browns for their coaching vacancy but decided not to pursue the position.
METRO DIGEST || Air show sponsorship OK’d
Man sentenced WARREN Carl D. Washington, 25, of Peace Avenue Northwest has been sentenced to six
Military plane crash kills 77
Military plane crash kills 77 ALGIERS, Algeria An Algerian military transport plane slammed
METRO DIGEST || Valentine Party tonight
Valentine party AUSTINTOWN Quaker Steak & Lube’s Kid’s Valentine’s Party is from 5 to 8 p.m.
Kutlick leases space to Fin, Feather & Fur
The store at Tiffany Square, set to open in the spring, will benefit from new renovations, including a new facade and an approximately $1 million energy-efficient roof.
Michigan beats OSU to end lengthy drought in Columbus
The victory ended a nine-game losing skid over the last 11 years in Columbus for the Wolverines.
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