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Stories published January 23, 2014

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

Pa. suspends harness racing at Harrah’s casino

Pa. suspends harness racing at Harrah’s casino HERSHEY, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania regulators have


Five Pa. universities get flexibility on tuition rates

Five Pa. universities get flexibility on tuition rates HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The board that


2 men charged with hacking email to post nude pics

2 men charged with hacking email to post nude pics LOS ANGELES (AP) — The former owner of a


2 women accuse former teacher of sexual abuse

2 women accuse former teacher of sexual abuse LOS ANGELES (AP) — A second woman has come forward


Huckabee: Democrats pitch women on birth control

Huckabee: Democrats pitch women on birth control WASHINGTON (AP) — Former Arkansas Gov. Mike


Government panel urges end to phone data spying

Government panel urges end to phone data spying WASHINGTON (AP) — A government review panel warned


Syrian peace talks yield hard stances, slight hope

Syrian peace talks yield hard stances, slight hope GENEVA (AP) — Syria’s government said stopping


Ukraine opposition urges continued cease-fire

Ukraine opposition urges continued cease-fire KIEV, Ukraine (AP) — A top Ukrainian opposition


State Sen. Joe Schiavoni to file for re-election Friday

State Sen. Joe Schiavoni to file for re-election Friday


Ohioan with asbestos-related cancer awarded $27M

Ohioan with asbestos-related cancer awarded $27M


3rd Ohio sister pleads guilty in tax-fraud case

3rd Ohio sister pleads guilty in tax-fraud case


The Mac by Apple still influences 30 years after debut

The Mac by Apple still influences 30 years after debut


Pa. woman pleads guilty to animal-cruelty charges

Pa. woman pleads guilty to animal-cruelty charges


Former Warren mayor to run for Ohio Legislature

Former Warren mayor to run for Ohio Legislature


Condemned Ohio killer sues to stop execution

Condemned Ohio killer sues to stop execution


Ohio State wish list: $52.8M for data analytics program

Ohio State wish list: $52.8M for data analytics program


UPDATE | Bieber arrest latest sign of trouble

Bieber arrest latest sign of trouble


Hagel ordering full review of nuclear force

Hagel ordering full review of nuclear force WASHINGTON (AP) — Citing a string of setbacks in the


Browns name Mike Pettine head coach

Mike Pettine, the former Buffalo Bills defensive coordinator, is the 15th full-time head coach in Cleveland Browns history.


Trial date postponed for man accused of impersonating cop

Trial date postponed for man accused of impersonating cop


FDA to revise nutrition facts label

FDA to revise nutrition facts label


Record cold pushes Ohio schools near max on calamity days

Record cold pushes Ohio schools near max on calamity days


Ohioans drink up in record levels

Ohioans drink up in record levels


AP: Ohio judge says he is for camera ticket refunds

AP: Ohio judge says he is for camera ticket refunds


Mooney directors quietly continue search for major donors

Mooney directors quietly continue search for major donors YOUNGSTOWN The quiet phase of the


UPDATE | Bond set at $2,500 for Justin Bieber after arrest

UPDATE | Bond set at $2,500 for Justin Bieber after arrest


US stocks slide on worries over earnings

US stocks slide on worries over earnings


Drugs and cash found in search of Youngstown East Side home

Drugs and cash found in search of Youngstown East Side home


AP: Poll finds drop in uninsured rate

AP: Poll finds drop in uninsured rate


BREAKING NEWS | Horse stall issue still unresolved at Austintown racino

Horse stall issue still unresolved at Austintown racino


Mahoning County health board announces new WIC director

Mahoning County health board announces new WIC director


United Airlines posts 4Q profit of $140M

United Airlines posts 4Q profit of $140M


No injuries in Vienna garage fire

No injuries in Vienna garage fire


Weekly applications for US jobless aid mostly flat

Weekly applications for US jobless aid mostly flat


Frigid weather again causes postponement of tree-trimming work in Calcutta

Frigid weather causes postponement of tree-trimming work


US home sales edged up 1 percent in December

US home sales edged up 1 percent in December


Salem Regional has open house this weekend to show off new patient room tower

Salem Regional has open this weekend to show off new patient room tower


Subaru, where are you?

Subaru, where are you? CAMPBELL City police are searching for a 2014 green Subaru Outback


Pittsburgh-based Medicare provider enters Ohio market

Pittsburgh-based Medicare provider enters Ohio market


UPDATE | Organizers say Vallourec spent thousands on anti-union campaign

Vallourec spent thousands on anti-union campaign


BREAKING NEWS | Mahoning commissioners will not put 0.25-percent sales tax on ballot

No 0.25-percent sales tax on May ballot


Vallourec workers reject unionization effort

Vallourec workers reject unionization


Pa. teacher and girlfriend surrender on pot charges

Pa. teacher and girlfriend surrender on pot charges


Police ID person arrested with star Justin Bieber

Police ID person arrested with star Justin Bieber


Va. AG: state marriage ban unconstitutional

Va. AG: state marriage ban unconstitutional


Ohio 'Coingate' report unseen after nearly 2 years

Ohio 'Coingate' report unseen after nearly 2 years


St. James plans Super Saturday


Legion will serve dinners Friday

Legion will serve dinners Friday LAKE MILTON American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., will


Order of Arrow makes a point to honor the best in Scouting

Officers were installed and honors received at an annual Boy Scout event.

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Food distribution this morning

A food distribution is set for 9 a.m. today at E.B. Family Life Center, 7 S. Garland Ave.


Armed robbers take cigarettes, cash on East Side

Police reports said a pair of armed men got away with cash from Jacobs Food Mart, 2047 Jacobs Road on the East Side at about 5:35 p.m. Tuesday.


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Experts: Target hackers will be tough to find

The hackers behind the recent Target data breach are likely a world away and nearly impossible to find.

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Indiana schools Phantoms at Covelli

The ice beat the Phantoms, 7-4.

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Valley Health officials warn of weather risks, urge supplies in car

Minus 6 on Wednesday tied the record low for Jan. 22

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Mahoning elections board will vote to rescind the 3 percent raises

Members don’t agree with elections director’s assessment on their vote

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Source: Browns, Pettine to meet for third interview today

The Browns’ coaching search — or is it a scramble? — could be nearing a conclusion.

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Inaugural TEDx Youngstown to focus on innovation

Jeff Hoffman, founder of Priceline.com, is one of the speakers


Bayuk back in game at Warren JFK

On Wednesday, Bayuk was hired as the head coach of the Warren John F. Kennedy football program.


Youngstown Propane battling propane-fuel shortage

A nationwide shortage of propane is sending Ohio suppliers scrambling to secure enough of the home-heating fuel.


Fitch’s Powell notches 250th victory

Fitch caught fire, winning the last five matches against Kenston to rally for a 31-30 victory and give Coach Brett Powell his 250th career dual-match win.


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Foundation gives supply bags to students in memory of Campbell teacher

About 1,300 black drawstring bags will be distributed to students districtwide on Friday.

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Teens gather to listen to Clarett’s message

Clarett spoke before more than 150 northeastern Ohio and western Pennsylvania youth at Victory Christian Center on Wednesday night.

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Country music museum honors songwriter legend from Liberty

Staff report NASHVILLE, Tenn. Yet another honor is on its way for Bob DiPiero, the songwriter


Idle Shades looks to make name for itself

By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Getting its name out one show at a time is what local


Basile plays familiar role in dark comedy

Stand-up comedian Basile is always busy.


Salem theater offers doo-wop musical

The jukebox musical “Life Could Be a Dream” opens Friday at Salem Community Theatre and will run for two consecutive weekends.


Tomcsanyi, Spartans find their range

Kelly Tomscanyi scored 23 points and Boardman made nine of 22 3-point attempts.


Warren woman wants busing in Trumbull County

Warren woman urges public officials to ‘rethink busing’ in Trumbull County


Youngstown man accused of raping Canfield girl

Timothy Hancher, 29, is in the Mahoning County Jail on the rape charge


Struthers council approves road levy for May ballot

The levy — which is based on 35 percent of the appraised property value — would generate about $318,000 per year.


Neighbors help rescue Warren fire victims

Neighbors, a police officer and firefighters rescued an elderly woman from her home after it caught fire.


Man shoots himself

Police asked the 46-year-old McDonald man to put his gun down, but he shot himself.


Bill would enable voters to kick elected officials out of office

Legislation sponsored by two representatives from opposite sides of the political spectrum


Cops say man shot by stepfather

Two had been arguing


Dems ask moratorium on executions

American Civil Liberties Union of Ohio also asks for halt to executions


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Deep freeze keeps kids from Phantoms School Day Game

A makeup game featuring the Phantoms is set March 21 at the Covelli Centre.

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Naticakes' sweet dream

Olivia DeMartino, 17, of Canfield shows off a yogurt treat at Naticakes in Austintown.

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ODDLY ENOUGH

ODDLY ENOUGH Alaska warmer than Lower 48 WASHINGTON The weather seems more than a bit upside


METRO DIGEST || Homeowner scares off intruders

Intruders scared off WARREN A 67-year-old Burton Street Southeast woman reported that one black


Congress must fully explore if NSA surveillance valuable

Editorial: First an admonition: Members of Congress should stop playing politics with our national security.


Thousands join abortion protest in DC

Associated Press WASHINGTON Thousands of abortion opponents confronted wind chills in the single


Lew warns Congress of late-February debt deadline

Associated Press WASHINGTON Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew has told Congress that by late February


Rules sought to make child car seats safer

Associated Press WASHINGTON Child car seats would for the first time have to protect children


NIGHTLIFE

Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476 Thu: Karaoke with


Fleury, Jokinen lead Penguins over Canadiens

Marc-Andre Fleury skated to center ice, eager to add an exclamation point to his 28th victory of the season.


AUDITIONS

AUDITIONS ACTORS Shekinah Glory Drama Outreach, 3314 South Ave., Youngstown, will have a casting


NEWSMAKERS

NEWSMAKERS Elton John challenges new Russian anti-gay law NEW YORK Entertainer-songwriter


Governor joins meth battle

Opinion: The Paris (Tenn.) Post-Intelligencer: At last, Tennessee’s methamphetamine problem is coming to the


‘Jamie Marks’ leaves its mark at Sundance film festival

Judging by audience reaction, “Jamie Marks is Dead” made an impression at the Sundance Film


Event will mark Medusa’s opening

Event will mark Medusa’s opening YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will join


NEW THIS WEEK

NEW THIS WEEK Nebraska (R) An aging, booze-addled father makes the trip from Montana to Nebraska


CD RATES

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


WTG

TODAY Children Soil and Senses, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave.,


Cleveland-area shop sells $1M Mega Millions ticket

Associated Press GARFIELD HEIGHTS, OHIO The Ohio Lottery says a ticket sold at a convenience


Years Ago

Today is Thursday, Jan. 23, the 23rd day of 2014. There are 342 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED


Build a cold frame

Build a cold frame Plan your construction now to get something built by the end of February.


Winter garden walks offer new perspective

By Mandy L. SMITH Fellows Riverside Gardens During the winter, a garden walk can offer new


Births

Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Joseph and Kayci Korchnak, Youngstown, girl, Jan. 21.


Donate used books, magazines

Donate used books, magazines The Men’s Garden Club of Greater Youngstown and Fellows Riverside


Some food plants grow year-round

Q. How soon can I start seeds for some fresh vegetables? What is the earliest thing I could grow for


Agenda Friday

Agenda Friday Salem school board, special meeting 7:30 a.m., administration office, 1226 E. State


High-octane Broncos can grind, too

Peyton Manning has turned the Broncos into a slow-grinding, clock-eating machine in the playoffs.


VALLEY GROWS CALENDAR

Plant Parts, Patterns: Conifers When: Jan. 29, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. What: Enjoy mid-morning


Floyd named chairman of Port Authority, Klingle vice chair

Atty. James Floyd was selected as chairman of the Western Reserve Port Authority Wednesday, and new member Ron Klingle was chosen as vice chairman during Klingle’s first meeting Wednesday.


Ohio Dems’ slate to stress women’s health in races

Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio Democrats seeking statewide office this fall Wednesday coupled


Peace talks on Syria stuck over Assad’s future

Associated Press MONTREUX, Switzerland Furiously divided from the start, representatives of


MAHONING COUNTY COURTS

courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Brandon M. Hudak, 28, of 4198 Pembrook Road, Apt. 3,


POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN

POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD


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The gardens at Highclere Castle you don’t see on TV Downton Greenery

The background for Downton Abbey is Highclere Castle, located 65 miles southwest of London, in the charming countryside of Hampshire County.

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Man accused of shooting two people

Case dismissed in 2012 and reindicted in '13


Sherman says he’s ‘old school’

Richard Sherman wondered if he came to the NFL 20 years too late.


Ex-Indian Sizemore signs with Red Sox

Ex-Indian Sizemore signs with Red Sox BOSTON Oft-injured outfielder Grady Sizemore has agreed to


NYC mayor: More could’ve been done on snow response

Associated Press NEW YORK Northeasterners scraped and shoveled Wednesday after a snowstorm


Tanaka, Yankees agree on deal

The Yankees talked frugality, then reverted to their high-spending ways.


Israel says it foiled al-Qaida plot on US Embassy

Associated Press JERUSALEM Israel on Wednesday said it had foiled an “advanced” al-Qaida plan to


METRO DIGEST || Liberty road tax on ballot

Road tax on ballot LIBERTY Township trustees voted unanimously to place a new road tax on the


Obama targets college sexual-assault epidemic

Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama shone a light Wednesday on a college sexual-


Canfield charter review panel makes recommendations

The Canfield City Charter Review Committee made multiple recommendations for council.


Li Na defeats Bouchard in Aussie semifinals

Li Na has her third and probably best chance to win the Australian Open final after advancing with a 6-2, 6-4 win over 19-year-old Canadian Eugenie Bouchard.


New grassroots movement striving for justice against extremists

Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Rosa Parks became a powerful symbol of courage and defiance in the


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