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Stories published October 25, 2014

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

McDonald, Maplewood headed for state meet

Cross country teams from McDonald and Maplewood are going back to the state meet next week.


Kokrak tied for 48th in McGladrey Classic

Warren JFK graduate Jason Kokrak shot an up-and-down round of 69 in the third round of the McGladrey Classic.


Boardman students to Wear Pink Wednesday for 3rd-grader battling cancer

Robinwood Lane Elementary School will have its first ‘WEAR PINK’ day on Wednesday in support of Vincent Massacci, a third-grade student at Robinwood who is battling cancer.


IS launches new offensive on Kobani as coalition airstrikes destroy more artillery

Fighters from the Islamic State group launched Saturday a new offensive on the northern Syrian town of Kobani after shelling the area from their positions nearby, activists and a Kurdish official said.


Poland, South Range, Badger win boys district soccer titles

Regional-bound: Poland, South Range and Badger captured boys district soccer titles on Saturday.


YSU defeats South Dakota State 30-27

YSU defeats South Dakota State 30-27.


Jack Bruce, bassist, lead vocalist of '60s power trio Cream, dead at 71

Jack Bruce was part Mississippi Delta and part Carnaby Street. In his glorious heyday as bassist and lead vocalist of 1960s power trio Cream he helped create a sound that combined American blues and psychedelia to thrill audiences throughout the world


UPDATE | 2 dead after Warren house fire

The bodies of a man and woman were found in a house that suffered severe damage after a fire at 448 Ivanhoe Ave. NE late Friday.


YWCA schedules art sale Nov. 22, 23


Event seeks gifts for shelters

Event seeks gifts for shelters MINERAL RIDGE Sit Means Sit Mahoning Valley, 1330 Seaborn St.,


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Dr. Sipusic, Dr. Cuadra will marry

GIRARD Tom and Jane Sipusic of Girard are announcing the coming wedding of their daughter, Dr.

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Susan Cutlip and Paul Baker plan wedding

YOUNGSTOWN Dave and Linda Cutlip announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Susan Margaret

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LaCivita-Ortega wedding is set for Nov. 8

Jennifer LaCivita of Poland and Timothy Ortega of Boardman will be united in marriage Nov. 8, their

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Clarett comes home to deliver message

Featured speaker at Urban League annual dinner


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Mooney blockers set tone in rout of rival Ursuline

They had no yards of which to speak, but they helped Cardinal Mooney immeasurably in a 31-7 win over Ursuline on Friday night.


$2M bond set for man charged in bomb scare at Betras office

Bond set at $2 million cash or surety


Boardman tops McKinley in Spartan Stadium farewell

Graziani, Roberts help Boardman win again By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN Boardman


Mitzvah Day to spread good deeds across region

The social action committee of Congregation Rodef Sholom is sponsoring the project.


Wells look to help YSU end drought in Brookings

True to his name, Youngstown State’s true freshman quarterback, Hunter Wells, has spent his first three games as the hunter, not the hunted.


Entrepreneurs to benefit from Akron Law's, Youngstown groups' collaboration

“Youngstown is a population of creators,” one University of Akron School of Law visiting professor says.


Springfield grabs share of ITCL

With a share of the Inter Tri-County League Tier One title on the line Friday, Lisbon had a devil of a time with visiting Springfield.


Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak

Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 72 in the second round of the McGladrey’s Classic at the


‘Empty the Shelters Day’ to be sponsored by animal groups

The event will run from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 8.


Mayor hires YSU events manager as new downtown director

He starts the new job Nov. 17


‘Honey Boo’ canceled in wake of scandal

Associated Press NEW YORK The TLC network on Friday canceled its colorful series about child


LeBron’s dominance extends beyond NBA

Both iconic and inspirational, LeBron James transcends the game like Michael Jordan before him.


Chaney students dancing for college credit

This is the first year that Chaney dance students have been able to earn college credit through YSU’s College in High School program


Austintown coach under investigation after accusation

Nature of accusation unknown


Workers’ compensation board finalizes rate cut for public employers

By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation board has


Government novices compete for open Trumbull commissioner seat

Possibly the most competitive race in Trumbull County this election is between two men trying to be elected to political office for the first time


2 videos may be prominent in Walker murder case

If TaShawn “Boo” Walker’s murder case goes to trial, video may play a prominent role.


Alumni help Ursuline celebrate band’s 75th anniversary

Chelsea Henrie, front left, and Janet Sauline, both members of the Class of 2006, play the flute as alumni band members help the Ursuline Fighting Irish Marching Band celebrate the band’s 75th anniversary. Alumni and current members performed during the pregame and halftime of Friday night’s Ursuline-Cardinal Mooney football game at Stambaugh Stadium.

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Firefighters visit Liberty kids

The kindergartners had fun, but the visit had a serious purpose as well.


Penguins’ streak at five with win at Wright St.

Penguins’ streak at five with win at Wright St. Dayton The Youngstown State volleyball team has


Steelers’ Blount replaces Archer on kick returns

Rookie Dri Archer is out and veteran LeGarrette Blount is in for the Pittsburgh Steelers on kickoff returns in a change meant to boost its special teams results.


Today’s entertainment picks:

Today’s entertainment picks: v Zombie Crawl, 6:15 p.m.: Registration ($3) and makeup will be from


Blessing ceremony marks rebirth of St. Nicholas National Shrine

By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com new york Members of the Rev. Thomas Constantine’s family


Islamic State reportedly using chlorine bombs

Islamic State reportedly using chlorine bombs MURSITPINAR, Turkey New allegations have emerged


Ohioans should keep French, Kennedy as high court justices

Editorial: Considering the significance of Ohio Supreme Court races, it’s a shame that many voters’ choices


Christmas concert

Christmas concert NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. Meredith Andrews Christmas concert, featuring the New Life


sunday news shows

Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the


Recall regarding air bags confuses vehicle owners

Associated Press DETROIT U.S. investigators, automakers and a parts-supply company are trying


Quarterly earnings boost stock market

Associated Press NEW YORK The stock market closed out its best week in nearly two years on a


Food/dinner/clothing

Food/dinner/clothing Nevels Temple Church of God in Christ, 939 Elm St., Youngstown. Free


Sen. Brown tours YBI, 3D printing company

Sen. Sherrod Brown calls for passage of his sponsored bill at Youngstown Business Incubator tour


newsmakers

newsmakers Shakira partners with Fisher-Price NEW YORK Shakira is partnering with Fisher-


P&G to split off Duracell

Associated Press NEW YORK Procter & Gamble plans to remove its batteries and make Duracell a


Nurse leaves hospital, meets with president

Associated Press BETHESDA, Md. A nurse who caught Ebola while caring for a Dallas patient who


Births

Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Elizabeth Reeves and Michael Ciminelli, Struthers, boy, Oct.


Birthdays

Birthdays Singer-actress Barbara Cook is 87. Actress Marion Ross is 86. Pop singer Helen Reddy is


Federal grand jury indicts George Rafidi

The South Side market owner allegedly pointed a gun at federal officers.


METRO DIGEST || Final Youngstown SOUP is Sunday

Last Youngstown SOUP YOUNGSTOWN The Calvin Center For The Arts, 755 Mahoning Ave., will host the


Submit information on veterans services

Submit information on veterans services The Vindicator will publish a list of religious services


Shooter kills 1, self at Seattle-area school

Associated Press MARYSVILLE, Wash. A student recently crowned freshman class Homecoming prince


YEARS AGO

Today is Saturday, Oct. 25, the 298th day of 2014. There are 67 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED


Youngstown-area men charged with Niles burglary

Men from Youngstown and Lowellville charged with a Tuesday burglary at a house on Hogarth Avenue.


Police official calls attack terror

Associated Press NEW YORK A brazen daylight hatchet attack against a group of police officers on


LOTTERY

LOTTERY Friday’s numbers multistate Mega Millions2-14-21-28-55 Mega Ball3 Megaplier3


MAHONING COUNTY COURTS

courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Randy C. Hatala, 24, of 8178 Southern Blvd.


Boardman Police Department gets $41,000 in traffic safety grants

Boardman Police Department gets $41,000 in traffic safety grants


States order quarantines

Associated Press NEW YORK Alarmed by the case of an Ebola-infected New York doctor, the


MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments

A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people this week: Jerry Franklin, 23, East Myrtle


School iPad stolen

School iPad stolen BOARDMAN An iPad belonging to Boardman schools was stolen from an office at


Muslim leaders: Canadian gunman complained about 'liberal' mosque

Associated Press VANCOUVER, British Columbia The gunman who shot and killed a soldier in broad


Youngstown woman charged with stealing more than $20,000 worth of items from Lowellville business

A Youngstown woman was arraigned Friday morning at the Struthers Municipal Court for allegedly stealing more than $20,000 in items from a man's plumbing business on W. Wood Street in Lowellville last April.


Buckeyes look to extend Big Te

Associated Press Columbus In order for Penn State to pull an upset against No. 13 Ohio State


Whitewater’s Leiopold makes history

The Warhawks’ 52-3 victory last week over Wisconsin-Eau Claire gave Leipold 100 wins in just 106 games.


Manziel sticking to his backup role

Johnny Manziel hasn’t fantasized about getting off the bench this week against the Raiders, despite Brian Hoyer’s worst career game in Jacksonville and fans calling for his job.


Free hotcakes

Free hotcakes BOARDMAN All Bob Evans locations will offer all-you-can-eat hotcakes for free


MSU hoping for another win over Michigan

Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio refused to admit this week that his team has dominated its rivalry with Michigan lately.


PREP FOOTBALL roundup

Poland 30, East 8 POLAND Dom Petrony threw four touchdown passes for the Bulldogs (8-1, 3-1


On the links … Friday’s professional golf results

MCGLADREY CLASISC ST. SIMONS ISLAND, GA. Russell Henley one-putted 10 greens on the Seaside


Fundamentally sound Royals take 2-1 lead in World Series

Sparkling defense, a stingy bullpen and just enough timely hitting carried Kansas City.


Phantoms bombard Thunder

Youngstown netted two short-handed goals


Maddon opts out of contract as Rays manager

Joe Maddon’s highly successful run as manager of the Tampa Bay Rays is over.


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