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Boardman boy found with hit list charged with inducing panic
A 12-year-old boy at St. Charles School has been charged with delinquency by way of inducing panic after he was accused of creating a “hit list” at the school.
Sciortino, Betras sniping after big Dem election losses
In response to comments from Mahoning County Democratic Party Chairman David Betras that he had “hurt and tarnished our brand,” Auditor Michael V. Sciortino said, “You simply can’t trust the guy.”
After Redfern thumping, he poses Betras as possible replacement
Ohio Democratic Chairman Chris Redfern, who announced his resignation after his party’s statewide candidates failed to win a single race, said he was planning to quit in the foreseeable future.
Repeated sewage backups strain city man's health, finances
Of the dozen or so residents on Whitney Avenue who had sewage back up into their basements caused by a nearby sinkhole and sewer-line break, Edward Kalosky II’s home is among the worst.
YSU, faculty reach agreement with bonuses, raises
The Youngstown State University administration has confirmed what a faculty union spokesman said a week ago: A tentative contract agreement has been reached.
Racino still exceeding officials' expectations
Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course increased its percentage paid out and still maintained strong monthly numbers for October, its first full month of operation, according to data released by the state lottery commission.
Obama to nominate first black female to AG post
In a second trail-blazing pick for the nation’s top law enforcement officer, President Barack Obama intends to nominate a federal prosecutor in New York to become the next attorney general and the first black woman to lead the Justice Department.
Mexico AG: Iguala mayor ordered cops to hand over 43 missing students to gang for massacre
Mexico’s attorney general on Friday offered a morbid account of what likely happened to 43 students who went missing in Guerrero state six weeks ago, saying members of a criminal gang have confessed to burning dozens of bodies in a massive fire that lasted more than half a day.
Suit involving funeral home's handling of body dismissed
A civil lawsuit alleging negligence by a funeral home and a body-transport service and its driver has been dismissed by the plaintiffs.
Struthers couple offer one-of-a-kind, affordable decor at Ashli's Attic
Struthers’ locals have noticed that a new business made its home at 11 Poland Avenue.
Program teaches clergy, lay people to lead lives of faith in action
The path to positive societal change begins with individuals willing to commit themselves to put their faith into action in all aspects of their lives.
Police searching for these 3 after attempted ATM theft on Midlothian
Police continue looking for the three men who tried to steal an ATM machine from the Speedway on Midlothian Boulevard at 3:22 a.m. Friday.
Hotel California liquor permit still undecided; Rucci not on stand
Written closing statements will be filed next week, and a decision is to come in the next few weeks on whether Hotel California will receive a liquor license.
Struthers man suing hotel owner for breach of contract, fraud
Another lawsuit has been filed against embattled business owner Sebastian Rucci.
Mahoning County applies for fed grant to detect cellphone use in jail
Mahoning County applies for fed grant to detect cellphone use in jail
West Side man suffers fifth sewer back up in two weeks
West Side man suffers fifth sewer back up in two weeks
Cops: Man held after teller wasn’t fooled by fake $20s
Cops: Man held after teller wasn’t fooled by fake $20s
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS NARFE Chapter 14 will have its monthly luncheon meeting at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the
Reminder: African Children's Choir performs Thursday at Powers
African Children's Choir performs Thursday at Powers
SOCIETY DIGEST
Church schedules annual craft show HOWLAND The Missions Outreach Committee of Howland Community
Rock-attack victim given special welcome by Ohio school
Rock-attack victim given special welcome by Ohio school
Legislation would require security features in school designs
Legislation would require security features in school designs
Cops: Jailed Penn State student sold drugs in dorm
Cops: Jailed Penn State student sold drugs in dorm
9-year-old Pa. girl hit, killed while crossing street
9-year-old Pa. girl hit, killed while crossing street
Youngstown man charged with aggravated menacing, communications harassment
Youngstown man charged with aggravated menacing, communications harassment
URGENT | Boardman police charge 12-year-old boy with inducing panic
URGENT | Boardman police charge 12-year-old with inducing panic
Man gets away with more than $2K in cigarettes from Boardman Giant Eagle
Man gets away with more than $2K in cigarettes
Berlin Center man charged with assault at Boardman restaurant
Berlin Center man charged with assault at Boardman restaurant
Cops looking for 3 who tried to steal an ATM machine from Speedway
Cops looking for 3 who tried to steal an ATM machine from Speedway
Egypt crackdown angers people in Sinai border town
Egypt crackdown angers people in Sinai border town
Can Valley public schools end state title drought?
No area public school has brought home a title since Poland in 1999, the longest such streak in Valley history.
Will Go Go's past haunt Hotel California liquor license process?
Day two of liquor hearing set for today
GM workers’ lawsuit dismissed
A federal judge ruled none of the claims by GM workers, whose pay was cut, has merit.
Crestview hosts Girard in Division V
Even the Rebels were shocked when they were seeded fourth for the Division V, Region 15 playoffs at 6-4.
Don’t be lavish, Mahoning budget director tells county officials
Despite the $8 million gain in revenue from the sales tax, propose only what you need, budget director tells county department heads.
Tyler History Center hits $5M goal, opens to public
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Tyler Mahoning Valley History Center has
Discovery at Volney students learn lessons in responsibility
Discovery at Volney, or D2, opened this year as part of the city school district’s schools of choice effort
Will Allen ready to step in for Polamalu
The 11-year veteran will start for injured strong safety Troy Polamalu when the Steelers (6-3) face the New York Jets (1-8) on Sunday.
James calls for patience after Cavs’ slow start
The Cavs: James, fellow All-Stars Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love, picked by Vegas oddsmakers to win it all, are 1-3 and look nothing like championship contenders.
Ohio connections run deep for Michigan State
Mark Dantonio is from Zanesville and helped Ohio State win a national championship as defensive coordinator in 2002.
Mooney used tough schedule to prepare for playoffs
Cardinal Mooney travels to Peninsula Woodridge to take on the fourth-seeded Bulldogs.
Crosby lifts Penguins over Jets in shootout
Sidney Crosby scored the shootout winner as the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Winnipeg Jets 4-3 in a penalty-filled game Thursday night.
Browns embarrass Bengals
With every sack and every interception, the Browns showed they’re for real.
Port authority members gather for orientation, ribbon cutting
Port authority members gather for orientation, ribbon cutting
Expert: Fight youth obesity with activity, nutrition
Urged people to attend zoning and planning meetings to be heard
CIRV program aims to empower women
CIRV announces Woman of the Year Conference and Academy program to reduce violence
Budget director offers snapshot of coming state budget process
Says the Kasich administration won't spend taxpayer money frivolously.
Prosecutors detail Warren man’s role in Ponzi scheme
A sentencing memorandum written to the judge who will sentence Warren native Keelan Harris Dec. 11 for his role in a Warren-based Ponzi scheme says Harris was responsible for the banking part of the enterprise but was aware that criminal activities were happening and participated in them.
Mahoning Avenue will be closed for at least another week
Work is estimated to cost $260,000, but Youngstown received a state grant to cover most of that cost
Blood taken from one of drivers in turnpike fatal
Six vehicle wreck closed turnpike's west bound lanes.
ODOT project on Route 224/I-680 now complete
$5.4M Ohio Department of Transportation project on Route 224 over Interstate 680 now complete
Police ask ATF for help in probe of Hubbard explosion
The explosion could be felt two miles away, said Hubbard Township Police Chief Todd Coonce.
Residents, officials worry over impact of grocery closures
Youngstown native Chris London, pastor of New Vision Baptist Church, said he has shopped at Bottom Dollar Food on Glenwood Avenue since it opened in February 2012 because of its convenience for him.
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Nov. 7, the 311th day of 2014. There are 54 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Divorces asked Carol Irene Greathouse, 402 Stephens St., Youngstown, v.
ON THE LINKS Thursday’s pro golf roundup
HSBC CHAMPIONS Tough course doesn’t bother McDowell at all SHANGHAI Graeme McDowell likes a
Stadium Drive hosts fifth annual Pink Day
Stadium Drive Elementary School its fifth annual Pink Day on Oct. 3, with the entire student body and staff participating in the event that helps raise money to fight cancer.
Islamic State facing setbacks
Associated Press BEIRUT For a force that has built its reputation on an aura of momentum and
Political grudges die hard
Opinion: When it comes to political grudges, Harry Meshel, former state Senate president and chairman of the
Youngstown voters turn down anti-fracking proposal — again
Editorial: The headline reflects a truth that the self-styled protectors of the earth refuse to admit: a
CORRECTION
CORRECTION A “Forgotten Heroes” event in the Veterans Day events listing on page A9 of Thursday’s
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Next to Normal,” 7:30 p.m.: The modern rock musical about a
FREE MEALS/DEALS FOR VETS
Several local locations of national chains are offering free or discounted services for veterans and
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 26.33 —.19 Avalon
High beef prices hit fast-food restaurants
Associated Press NEW YORK Rising beef prices might not mean the cost of a Whopper is going to
Hackers stole 53M email addresses in data breach, Home Depot says
Associated Press NEW YORK Hackers stole 53 million email addresses in addition to customers’
Filmmaker has idea for park in Akron
By Stephanie Warsmith Akron Beacon Journal An amusement park ... in Akron. The idea may seem
Man sentenced
Man sentenced WARREN Bernard R. Stuntebeck, 36, who originally is from Wisconsin but lived in
VETERANS DAY
VETERANS DAY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
Woman enters not-guilty plea for threatening cop
The woman's blood-alcohol content was more than double the legal limit for intoxication
BOTTOM DOLLAR
BOTTOM DOLLAR Valley locations 890 E. Midlothian Blvd., Youngstown; opened February 2012 2649
Agency assists with Sateri Home residents
Agency assists with 28 residents from soon-to-be closed Sateri Homes Inc.
Man charged in death of girlfriend surrenders, is jailed
Associated Press seattle A man charged with killing his live-in girlfriend and posting photos of
Green army men, Rubik’s Cube, bubbles make Toy Hall of Fame
Associated Press ROCHESTER, N.Y. It’s mission accomplished for little green army men. The
Nurse who caught Ebola: More training is needed
Associated Press ATLANTA A nurse who was infected with Ebola after treating a sick patient said
CDC: Vaccine spray may not work for H1N1
Associated Press NEW YORK The nasal-spray version of the flu vaccine did not protect young
Court upholds laws against gay marriage
Court upholds laws against gay marriage CINCINNATI The march toward gay marriage across the U.S.
BBB warns of phone scammers claiming to be IRS
BBB warns of phone scammers claiming to be IRS YOUNGSTOWN The Better Business Bureau is warning
Crash murder arrest
Crash murder arrest MERCER, Pa.. An arrest warrant was issued for a 33-year old Hermitage woman
Backers defend Common Core against repeal
Associated Press COLUMBUS Backers of Common Core are pushing back against an Ohio House effort
TOM WILLIAMS Sports reporter XWeek 10: 16-4 X2014: 151-49
Fitch Hubbard Poland Mooney Liberty Ursuline Crestview McDonald Loudonville W.
Howard’s 32 leads Rockets over Spurs
Howard’s 32 leads Rockets over Spurs HOUSTON Dwight Howard scored 32 points and grabbed 16
Boardman library hosts Saving at the Stores class
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Area residents got an education in saving money from
oddly enough
oddly enough In Denmark, bikers nix party after police recover bar COPENHAGEN, Denmark No
Area Football Playoffs Regional quarterfinals
TONIGHT Division III Tallmadge at Hubbard Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. Where: Hubbard Memorial Stadium.
Poland Community Briefs
Joanie’s Sisters to address cancer and spirituality Dr. Jacquelyn E. Bailey, director of Community
Austintown Fitch students does well at karate tournament
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Having practiced karate for nearly 15 years, Austintown
Austintown Sports Briefs
New basketball tournament announced The first Canfield Cardinals fifth- and sixth-grade boys
Women participate in retreat
The “Inside-Out” Women’s Wellness Retreat was attended by 23 local women at the Lariccia Community
Calcagnis’ celebrate 68th anniversary
POLAND Eugene and Antonette Calcagni of Poland celebrated their 68th anniversary with a family
Poland Sports Briefs
Poland Boosters basketball tournament Boys and girls in grades 4, 5 and 6 are invited to
Austintown Community Briefs
Good deed correction In the Brookdale Senior Living staff and residents good deed article in the
Boardman library hosts It’s a Royal Affair event
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com A program that the Boardman library used to do was
Canfield United Methodist Preschool will host a Scholastic Book Fair
Canfield United Methodist Preschool will be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair on Nov. 15 from 9 a.m.
Dinner party honors Gatchells for 60th mark
POLAND Paul and Carole Gatchell of Poland, formerly of Boardman, were honored for their 60th
Sohaydas’ 50th celebrated with family cruise
MINERAL RIDGE Mr. and Mrs. John L. (Jack) Sohayda of Mineral Ridge celebrated their 50th
Bestselling author Ally Condie visits
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Local libraries have hosted several bestselling authors
Austintown library hosts monthly Sit N’ Stitch event
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com For the second time, the Austintown library hosted its
Valleys’ 50th is celebrated at family dinner
POLAND Robert Valley Sr. and Christine Valley of Poland celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary
Boardman Community Briefs
A night of marching percussion The Boardman band and BHS drumline present the second annual
Canfield Community Briefs
Joanie’s Sisters to address cancer and spirituality Dr. Jacquelyn E. Bailey, director of Community
Dr. Paul Sracic gives talk about international dispute
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Area residents who keep up on international politics were
Austintown library hosts Gotta Move Story Time
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com One of the more popular programs the Austintown library
Elementary students show their Cardinal Pride
Hilltop Elementary School and C.H. Campbell Elementary School students, and their families, came together to show some Canfield school spirit at a tailgate party at Hilltop before the varsity football game Oct. 24.
Ankle & Foot Care presents check for diabetes research
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com The Ankle & Foot Care Centers hosted its 16th annual golf
Austintown library hosts Minecraft event for tweens
With many programs for younger children, the Austintown library started a monthly program for tweens in September.
JOHN CLEGG
JOHN CLEGG Team: Western Reserve Player fact: The senior quarterback was perfect last week.
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