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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Youngstown, Canfield students find common ground in Tony-winning play
Two schools with little in common — one from the suburbs and one from the inner city — are doing more than staging a play that focuses on a taboo: racial strife.
Austintown key in passage of sales tax this time around
Support from those casting ballots in Youngstown, Boardman and Austintown for Mahoning County’s 0.75-percent sales tax were enough to offset “no” votes from smaller suburbs and rural residents.
4 Ohio cities reach child poverty rates of 50 percent or more
In 2013, 63.3 percent of children in Youngstown lived in poverty. That’s the second-worst rate in the nation among big- and medium-sized cities, according to recently released U.S. Census Bureau figures.
20 tri-county groups take part in first Empty the Shelters Day
There are 630 animals stuck in shelters in the tri-county area, according to Jason Cooke, former board president of Animal Charity Humane Society.
Dog rescued from East Side roof after 3 days
Dozens gathered outside 303 South Jackson St. at about 10:30 a.m. Saturday to watch as Youngstown firefighters, police and the Mahoning County dog warden rescued a dog that had been stuck on the roof for three days.
Miss Takash, Mr. Seidelson are engaged
Elmer and Robin Takash of Hubbard are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Tina Takash of Hubbard, and Stephen Seidelson of Shaler, Pa.
Kielar-Day 2015 nuptials are announced
EDINBURG, PA. Stephanie Ann Kielar of Edinburg, Pa., and David Joshua Day of Poland are engaged
Chopp-Kerr vows scheduled for July 2015
JoAnn Chopp of New Middletown and George Chopp of Struthers are announcing the engagement and
Miss Bruckner, Mr. McKinney are engaged
WASHINGTON, PA. Daniel and Rebecca Bruckner of Washington, Pa., are announcing the engagement of
Miss Smaldino, Mr. Heddleston to marry Nov. 22
Gary and Diane Smaldino of Boardman, and Richard and Rosalie Heddleston of Austintown are announcing
Theresa Guju, Eric Bohr will exchange vows
Theresa A. Guju of Canfield and Eric R. Bohr Sr. of Austintown, along with their children, are
Wreath, basket classes scheduled at farm
Wreath, basket classes scheduled at farm MERCER, PA. Munnell Run Farm is offering pine wreath-
Cavaliers salvage finale on road trip
The Cavs showed off their depth, with seven players scoring in double figures in their only win on a three-game road trip.
Austintown racino continues to thrive after first full month of operation
Monthly numbers from the Ohio Lottery Commission show some machines have been added
Poland lights up Louisville
The Bulldogs used the two-headed running attack of Austin Wilson and Marlon Ramirez, a dominant offensive line and an opportunistic defense.
Scott, Ingram lead Eagles over Devils
The Michigan State-bound senior carried 22 times for 286 yards and four touchdowns.
Mooney rallies to bounce Woodridge
The Cardinal Mooney High School football team was far from its comfort zone.
12-year-old charged in hit list case at Boardman school
A 12-year-old boy accused of having a hit list at school was charged with delinquency by way of inducing panic.
Hotel California now awaits decision on liquor license
Two-day hearing ends without Sebastian Rucci being called as a witness
Springfield unable to fight off top seed
Kohler, Mincher lead scrappy Tigers in heart-fueled loss to Loudonville By JON SPENCER Mansfield
‘Normal’ is honest, brave
By LORRAINE WARDLE entertainment@vindy.com CANFIELD “Normal” is a subjective term. “Normal”’
Host Bob Schieffer maintains old-school approach ‘Face the Nation’ turns 60
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK The Sunday-morning public affairs show “Face
Pixar will make ‘Toy Story 4’
Los Angeles Times Pixar Animation is returning to its most successful franchise, “Toy Story,” for
C.S. Lewis Institutes develops disciples who live their faith
The institute has a Northeast Office in Youngstown, which offers programs.
Youth football programs square off on Sunday
Westminster College hosts three championship games on Sunday.
Home decor business moves from garage to Struthers storefront
A Struthers' man and his girlfriend of Alliance opened a home decor shop on Poland Avenue Monday. The couple has received about a dozen customers a day from walk-ins and social media posts.
Hubbard’s Drummond gets another shot at OSU
Michigan State University took a chance on a three-star athlete from Hubbard High School in 2009.
Toughest stretch of season awaits YSU
The 13th-ranked Penguins (7-2, 4-1 MVFC) will try to snap a three-game losing streak at Hancock Stadium.
Kurt Busch facing assault probe
The allegations were brought to the department Wednesday. Busch’s ex-girlfriend, Patricia Driscoll, 36.
Playoffs on the line for Buckeyes, Spartans
Mark Dantonio and Urban Meyer downplayed the rivalry between Michigan State and Ohio State this week.
Lawsuit against Youngstown funeral home dismissed
The lawsuit, which entailed exhumation and expert examination of a corpse, has been dismissed, but it may be re-filed within a year.
Ohio Dem Chairman Redfern explains his resignation
He said he’s been thinking of quitting for 1 1/2 years
Police search continues for 3 who tried to steal Midlothian ATM
Three men attempted to steal an ATM at a Speedway on E. Midlothian Boulevard early Friday. Police were alerted to the incident and have been trying to track down the suspects.
State legislation would require security features in school design
Outlines a variety of security features that would be required
Vandalism to be added to charges against Warren teens
Vandalism to be added to charges against Warren teens
Campbell man surrenders to police, accused of inducing panic
Staff report STRUTHERS Stephen Lind, 42, of Campbell surrendered to police Thursday morning
Sewage backup from sinkhole has city resident at wits’ end
Jimmy Mikesell of Service Master Restoration by All-Action, North Lima, sprays a chemical in the basement of the North Whitney Avenue, Youngstown, home of Edward Kalosky II. Kalosky’s sewer has backed up five times since Oct. 25. Kalosky said he had to undergo two surgeries after slipping in sewage in his basement.
Girard boosters meeting on Wednesday
Girard boosters meeting on Wednesday Girard The Girard high school athletic boosters will meet
METRO DIGEST || Man faces charges
Man faces charges BOARDMAN Township police arrested Jordan Lukanec, 29, of Berlin Center on
New leadership at Huntington
New leadership at Huntington YOUNGSTOWN Huntington Bank executive William C. “Bill” Shivers will
POLICE CALLS IN HUBBARD, LIBERTY, GIRARD
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Little Big Town, 7:30 p.m.: Fresh off winning the CMA trophy for
Action expected on redistricting
Opinion: COLUMBUS Random thoughts now that the 2014 election is over: Apportionment: Lots of people
Afghanistan hits new poppy high
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords I have breaking news from the frontlines of the war. No, not the
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Cameron W. Brantley, 25, of 227 Hollywood Ave.,
Appeals judge is swing vote on major issue
Associated Press CINCINNATI Once again, Judge Jeffrey S. Sutton was the unpredictable man in the
Policy dispute erupts at White House lunch
Associated Press WASHINGTON A White House lunch aiming for cooperation boiled into a fresh
Fire burns down pottery business in East Liverpool
Local pottery business suffers over million dollars worth of damage, fire chief said
Public must keep watchful eye over enriched county officials
Editorial: Mahoning County leaders can take some solace in knowing that a majority of 66,000 voters in
GOP beat Obama; now move on
Opinion: News and Observer, Raleigh, N.C.: Republicans around the nation enjoyed a night of election results
Supreme Court to hear challenge to health care law
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court agreed Friday to hear a new challenge to President
Newsmakers
Newsmakers Williams’ autopsy finds no illegal drugs SAN FRANCISCO Robin Williams’ autopsy
Government report shows steady hiring
Associated Press WASHINGTON Healthy job growth in the United States has reached a level of
VETERANS DAY | Events and observances
A list of services, ceremonies and other events for Veterans Day as submitted to The Vindicator. All
Cornerstone to install co-pastors
Staff report NORTH LIMA An installation service will take place at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 16 at
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, Nov. 8, the 312th day of 2014. There are 53 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Submit information on Thanksgiving
Submit information on Thanksgiving Information on special services for Thanksgiving will be
mahoning county Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments against these people on these charges this week:
SHARING A LIFE & A CALLING
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com girard As a married couple, Vicky and Ken Kelley share
Service to honor Thomas ministry
Staff report coitsville Victory Christian Center, 3899 McCartney Road, will honor Pastors David
HolidaY | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
Security guards sentenced in fatal shooting
Associated Press DAYTON Two private security guards accused of fatally shooting a man at a
Musical celebration
Musical celebration CAMPBELL Gospel Temple Baptist Church, 279 Whipple Ave., will host a musical
Jury convicts man of poisoning wife
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A University of Pittsburgh researcher charged in the cyanide
Birthdays
Birthdays Singer Bonnie Bramlett is 70. Singer Bonnie Raitt is 65. “Entertainment Tonight” host
Sunday news shows
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Political analysts. NBC’s “Meet
Father confronts kidnapper
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY A set of Utah parents were awakened Friday to an unsettling
Authorities shut down ‘dark Web’ drug website
Authorities shut down ‘dark Web’ drug website SAN FRANCISCO No sooner had authorities announced
Cleveland considers change to gender-identity ordinance
Associated Press CLEVELAND Jacob Nash remembers being forced to use the women’s room at City
METRO DIGEST || Item stolen from house
Item stolen from house YOUNGSTOWN Three televisions, cash, headphones and a video-game system
Teacher given special welcome by school
Associated Press MASSILLON, Ohio A northeast Ohio middle school teacher who was severely injured
Two men in jail after eluding police, throwing drugs from car
Two men had a combined $1,999 in cash on them
Ohio man gets 12 years in fatal buggy crash case
Associated Press CHARDON, Ohio A northeast Ohio man has been sentenced to 12 years in prison
Stocks see slight gains after encouraging report on hiring
Associated Press NEW YORK An encouraging report on hiring barely fazed the stock market Friday,
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-under 70 in the
Hamlin wins pole for critical race at Phoenix
Most of the championship contenders delivered Friday with strong qualifying runs at Phoenix International Raceway.
Ed Puskas: Billy Price was right for OSU’s offensive line
Billy Price is one of those rare athletes who could almost pick where he wanted to play at Ohio State.
Youth football CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES SCHEDULE
All games Sunday at Westminster College in New Wilmington, Pa. Game 1 Westside Patriots vs.
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