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Sciortino, Fitzgerald blamed for Dem disaster
Despite supporting Mahoning County Auditor Michael V. Sciortino, who faces 22 criminal counts related to political corruption allegations, Democratic Party Chairman David Betras said the failed incumbent “hurt and tarnished our brand.”
YSU considers combining colleges of education, liberal arts
Youngstown State University is considering a reorganization plan that could include combining colleges, although the interim provost and vice president for academic affairs says no decisions have been made and the concept is in the preliminary stages.
Sick of the election? Here's 10 things you may not know
Here are 10 things you should know about Tuesday’s election and results:
Sateri closing 2 homes, displacing workers, residents
Sateri Homes Inc., a provider for senior home care, day care, and independent living services, is closing two of its operations on U.S. Route 224 in Boardman.
Have a plan for your life after military, Iraq War vet advises at YSU forum
An Iraq War veteran, who now coordinates veterans’ services at Rutgers University in New Jersey, urges veterans not to hesitate to seek help with the challenges they face in making the transition to civilian life.
Liquor license hearing Thursday just one problem for Hotel California proprietor
Sebastian Rucci gets to appeal his liquor license in Youngstown today, just one issue the embattled businessman is dealing with while trying to open his new business venture, Hotel California.
'You did not destroy me, teen victim tells rapist in Trumbull court
A teenage girl told Brian McGhee in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court she’s not going to let four years of sexual assaults destroy her, even though it made her feel “broken for a while.”
Businessmen hope to restore building owned by Struthers founder
The big blue building next to Yellow Creek Park at 19 Lowellville Road has been home to multiple businesses the past two centuries.
Obama seeks new authorization to use military against IS
President Barack Obama asked Congress on Wednesday to work with him on a new authorization to use military force against the Islamic State group to replace the outdated authorization forged after 9/11.
Man accused in drug conspiracy pleads guilty in Ohio
Man accused in drug conspiracy pleads guilty in Ohio
Online photos, statement claim to show slain woman
Online photos, statement claim to show slain woman
UPDATE | Alaska voters OK recreational use of marijuana
Alaska voters OK recreational use of marijuana
Canfield and Chaney high schools on Race in their productions of "Ragtime"
Nov. 6, 2014 | Race and "Ragtime"
Coitsville trustees have work-study session Thursday morning
Coitsville trustees have work-study session Thursday morning
Survey finds people text and drive knowing dangers
Survey finds people text and drive knowing dangers
YBI, Inventor Cloud participate in Phantom’s event
YBI, Inventor Cloud participate in Phantom’s event
Co-worker who sent child porn image faces sentence
Co-worker who sent child porn image faces sentence
Youngstown Community School gets good audit report
Youngstown Community School gets good audit report
Pa. State Police: 2 tried to steal $1,200 worth of whiteners
2 tried to steal $1,200 worth of whiteners
Campbell police investigating theft from McDonald's restaurant
Campbell police investigating theft from McDonald's restaurant
Police: Man used son to resist arrest at Cincy stadium
Man used son to resist arrest at Cincy stadium
Morning after: Obama, GOP in new political dynamic
Morning after: Obama, GOP in new political dynamic
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve a
Group will host ceremony and lunch
Group will host ceremony and lunch YOUNGSTOWN Mount Hope Veterans Memorial Park Inc., a
The incumbent congressmen were re-elected
The defeated Democrat in the 6th District contributed almost half of the money raised by her campaign
STATE RACES Kasich, GOP dominate Democrats
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN For only the fifth time in the past 70 years,
Voters in Mahoning communities approve levies, charter amendments
Several communities approved the renewal of levies, while Canfield had three new issues in front of voters, all of which passed.
Mahoning Children Services levy approved
Voters have approved a real-estate tax levy to fund the Mahoning County Children Services Board that will generate nearly $2.8 million more per year than the two levies it combines and replaces.
Rusu, Robb win judicial contests
Judge Robert N. Rusu Jr. has won the race for a full term as Mahoning County probate judge, and Judge Carol Robb has won an eight-county race for 7th District Court of Appeals judge.
Poland's roster is small (for D-III), but mighty
Poland High has the area's longest playoff streak and boasts a Division I-level stadium, but the Bulldogs' numbers are better suited for Division VI.
Voters loudly said no for 4th time to ban fracking in Youngstown
This was the largest margin of defeat for the anti-fracking measure
Penguins’ next test Saturday vs. Redbirds
When Youngstown State’s football team is on the road, tight end Shane Kuhn devotes Friday nights in his hotel room to film study. Of deer.
Gerberry wins 18th straight statehouse seat
Gerberry wins Statehouse race in Mahoning County; O’Briens both victorious in Trumbull
Phantoms have some depth
By KEVIN CONNELLY kconnelly@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Phantoms traded for goaltender
St. Charles student suspended after hit list discovered
St. Charles suspended one student Monday afternoon after the student created a hit-list that threatened the school. The school is working with police and the Youngstown Diocese on the case.
Yankee Run pro Collins inducted into HOF
Bob Collins, the golf professional at Yankee Run Golf Course in Brookfield, was inducted into the Tri-State Professional Golfers’ Association Hall of Fame on Monday.
CIRV students present violence prevention plans
Students from the the Community Initiative to Reduce Violence present ideas to Youngstown Mayor
Salem movie theater will reopen with new seating, 3-D capability
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com SALEM Salem Twin Cinemas will reopen next week with a host
Lambert vs. the men
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NASHVILLE, Tenn. 111In the other corner: A blonde with a
Campbell man induces panic at Struthers grocery store
A Campbell man creates an Ebola scare at a Struthers grocery store
Warren-Trumbull YMCA loses its charter
The facility, a fixture on High Street since its construction in 1928, will continue operations under its new name of Trumbull Family Fitness.
Girard street fight nets charges
The defendant is accused of hitting the victim in the head with a weight plate in the middle of South State Street.
Assault in Goshen
Assault in Goshen GOSHEN Police arrested Brian Spinks, 29, of Beloit on Monday on charges of
Sciortino ousted after 9 years
Ralph Meacham is all smiles as he gets election results Tuesday night at Mahoning County Republican headquarters. The political newcomer, who defeated incumbent Mahoning County Auditor Michael Sciortino, is the first non-judicial Republican elected in Mahoning County in 30 years.
TRUMBULL
TRUMBULL COMMISSIONER 1/01/15 term XFrank Fuda* (D)35,951 YPatricia H. Paridon (R)19,595 Term
Saints sign Zordich to practice squad
Saints sign Zordich to practice squad YOUNGSTOWN Cardinal Mooney High graduate Michael Zordich
‘Hockey for Health’
‘Hockey for Health’ youngstown The Youngstown Maker City, a local grass-roots effort to raise
Buckeyes, Spartans buck trend of old-school football
Ohio State is fourth in the nation in scoring average at 45.6 points. Michigan State is fifth at 45.5.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael E. Rumple, 34, of 331 Brookfield Ave.,
FINAL ASK MR. KNOW-IT-ALL Monkeying around with Monkees question
Q. I had a sleepless night and turned on the TV, and I came across an old show featuring the band
NHL roundup
NHL roundup Tuesday’s games Penguins 4, Wild 1 ST. PAUL, MINN. Thomas Greiss made 33 saves
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mahoning County commissioners, 10 a.m., basement, county courthouse, 120 Market
Francona, Tribe agree to two-year extension
In two seasons, Terry Francona helped turn the Cleveland Indians back into contenders.
Ford recalls 202,000 vehicles
Associated Press DETROIT Ford is recalling more than 202,000 cars, vans and trucks in North
Television series released on DVD this week include:
Television series released on DVD this week include: v “The Sopranos”: (complete Blu-ray set)
Help Middle East Christians
Opinion: American Christians have been slow to the point of near silence when it comes to speaking out about
Farmers National Bank named to Crain’s Cleveland Business Fast 50
Farmers National Bank among the 50 fastest-growing companies in northeast Ohio
Governor should use mandate to pursue a bipartisan agenda
Editorial: There was never any doubt that Gov. John Kasich would win re-election to a second four-year term.
de SOUZA: Auditor’s record haunts him
Opinion: Here’s the takeaway from Tuesday’s election battle for Mahoning County auditor: Democratic incumbent
Rejuvenated Harrison thriving for Steelers
Two months ago, the Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker was retired, weary from more than a decade as one of the NFL’s most intimidating players.
game time
game time Who: YSU vs. Illinois State When: Saturday, 2 p.m. Where: Hancock Stadium, Normal,
newsmakers
newsmakers Shy-bladder group protests DirecTV ad NEW YORK Shy-bladder sufferers want DirecTV
Hamlin says Keselowski irks other drivers
Denny Hamlin thinks most drivers don’t respect Brad Keselowski, and the contempt stems from the 2012 NASCAR champion’s refusal to show any remorse for his aggressive driving.
Cleats remind Hoyer of journey
At first glance, they appear to be ordinary cleats. However, these are symbolic.
Oil prices fall after cut by Saudi Arabia
Associated Press LONDON Oil prices slumped to multiyear lows Tuesday after Saudi Arabia cut the
nba roundup | Tuesday’s games
Bulls 98, Magic 90 CHICAGO Pau Gasol had 16 points and 13 rebounds, and the Bulls beat the
oddly enough
oddly enough Company denies man lost job over Playgirl spread HARTFORD, Conn. A company that
USHL POLL
USHL POLL The November USHL Power Rankings presented by USA Hockey Magazine, as selected by a
Next at bat put the guys in The Pour House
Next at bat put the guys in The Pour House The Burger Guyz have received several suggestions,
birthdays
birthdays Singer Art Garfunkel is 73. Actor-playwright Sam Shepard is 71. Singer Peter Noone of
YEARS AGO
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 5, the 309th day of 2014. There are 56 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
See if their bet paid off in Austintown
See if their bet paid off in Austintown Recently the BrothersInFood gambled on a new place in
Great vino values High quality, lower prices
Higher quality wines have undergone price reductions.
Akron cop shoots, kills man
Associated Press AKRON Authorities say a police officer fatally shot a man who fought with
Appeals court takes on surveillance case
Associated Press WASHINGTON Three federal appeals court judges struggled Tuesday over whether
Diseases going untreated because of focus on Ebola
Associated Press MONROVIA, Liberia The Ebola outbreak has spawned a “silent killer,” experts
New Zealand won’t send troops to Iraq
Associated Press WELLINGTON, New Zealand New Zealand said today that it won’t send combat
Report: Group tortured, abused Kurdish children
Associated Press BEIRUT Islamic State militants tortured and abused Kurdish children captured
hPolice: Abducted woman’s ATM card used in Maryland
hPolice: Abducted woman’s ATM card used in Maryland PHILADELPHIA A bank card belonging to a
Fine beverage store takes over credit union space
A and C Beverage is expected to open at 45 South Ave. in January.
Three big Trumbull County renewal levies all get approvals
Three big Trumbull County renewal levies all get approvals
Reporters’ notebook
Recycle those signs YOUNGSTOWN Now that the election is over, the Mahoning County Green Team
ohio supreme court Toledo arrest warrants ruled unconstitutional
Associated Press COLUMBUS Toledo’s municipal court has been improperly issuing arrest warrants
Officials: Kurds helping militants
Associated Press BEIRUT Ethnic Kurds are helping members of the Islamic State group in the
Trumbull Co. voters keep Fuda, Cantalamessa as commissioners
Cantalamessa brings youthfulness to Trumbull commissioners office
MAHONING COMMUNITY TAX ISSUES Fire levies supported
By ROBERT CONNELLY rconnelly@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Several communities approved the renewal of
GOP takes control of Senate
Associated Press WASHINGTON Riding a powerful wave of voter discontent, resurgent Republicans
Rusu, Robb win judicial races
Democrats lost in both the Mahoning County probate and 7th District Court of Appeals races.
Four out of five Mahoning school levies approved
Boardman, Campbell, Jackson-Milton and Springfield schools get renewals
COLUMBIANA
COLUMBIANA COMMISSIONER YDan Bailey (D)9,243 XMike Halleck* (R)17,134 AUDITOR YBrandon J.
issues on ballots
Issues that were on ballots Tuesday around the nation (some results were not reported in time for
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