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Biggest racino jackpot winner so far from Cortland
Joseph Mastello, of Cortland, won nearly $20,000, the highest jackpot awarded at the facility so far.
Austintown's Hollywood racino off to a good start
Maria Morales of Austintown.. walks to player services to cash in her winnings on opening day at Hollywood Gaming in
Stories published September 18, 2014
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Elections board says it can redistrict Youngstown's wards in 2 weeks — for free
The Mahoning County Board of Elections, largely responsible for Youngstown’s new seven-ward redistricting map, is willing to provide its services — at no cost again — to the city if a charter amendment to reduce the number of wards to five is approved by voters.
Chaney STEM program gets 3rd consecutive Gov. Award for Excellence
For the third consecutive year, the Chaney Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics program earned a Governor’s Thomas Edison Award for Excellence in STEM Education.
YSU prof's federal patent is 'huge," Tressel says
A Youngstown State University physics professor achieved a first for the university: a federal patent.
Racino's second day boasts $20,000 winner, from Cortland
A jackpot winner of $20,000 highlighted the second day of operations at Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course.
YSU faculty union president slams university, trustees over contract stall
Will a new Youngstown State University faculty contract mean trick or treat for the university? Maybe it will just be a turkey.
STEM to Table offers locally produced organic, raw, gourmet foods through Saturday
From STEM to Table: The Science of Local Food was a taste fest of exotic sounding drinks, snacks and foods made from products grown and/or produced locally.
Struthers high-schoolers testing health of Yellow Creek
Rachael Leonard found Thursday’s excursion into the wilds of Yellow Creek Park a bit surprising.
Hundreds flock to Wean's 8th Nonprofit Summit
Life is always challenging for the Mahoning Valley’s many nonprofit organizations, which explains why 75 of them sent 280 representatives to Youngstown State University for the Eighth Annual Nonprofit Summit.
Exhibit aims to reflect art as expression of faith
In Pastor Larry Bowald’s eyes, “A Celebration of Faith Through the Arts,” reflects “the positive role of faith in our personal lives and in the world.”
Austintown expands drug testing to student drivers
The Austintown school district has expanded drug- testing to include student drivers at its high school for this school year.
Jurors in Vivian Martin murder case to get orientation Friday
Jurors will report today for orientation in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court in the 2010 case of a man accused of murdering a real estate agent on the East Side.
Home Depot breach affected 56M debit, credit cards
Home Depot breach affected 56M debit, credit cards
US Sen. Sherrod Brown votes against arming Syrian rebel groups
US Sen. Sherrod Brown votes against arming Syrian rebel groups
British photog in latest Islamic State video kidnapped 2 years ago
A British freelance photographer whose kidnapping in Syria has been subject to a media blackout at the request of his family and the British government for nearly two years has appeared in an Islamic State video that was posted Thursday on the Internet.
British Muslim leaders plead with Islamic State for release of latest hostage, deny Koran's support
British Muslim leaders made a plea Thursday for the safety of a British hostage threatened with beheading by Islamic State extremists in Syria.
Biggest racino jackpot winner so far from Cortland
Joseph Mastello, of Cortland, won nearly $20,000, the highest jackpot awarded at the facility so far.
Drug-testing policy expanded at Austintown Fitch High School
Drug-testing policy expanded at Austintown Fitch High School
Professor awarded first federal patent in YSU history
Professor awarded first federal patent in YSU history
Election board puts Youngstown ward proposal on ballot
Election board puts Youngstown ward proposal on ballot
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
James and Heather (White) Rhoads of Hampton, Va., announce the birth of their daughter, Sadie
Miss McAllister, Mr. Mitchell are engaged
Chris and Kelly McAllister of Springfield, Ohio, and David and Karen Mitchell of Boardman are
Lauren Kovach, Gary Flauto will marry Oct. 11
canfield Michele Kovach and James Kovach, both of Canfield, are announcing the upcoming wedding of
Miss Rhinehart, Mr. Hahn will marry Oct. 10
Emily Shaw Rhinehart of Mineral Ridge and Thomas R. Hahn III of Austintown will marry Oct. 10, her
Garage sale planned to benefit veterans
Garage sale planned to benefit veterans VIENNA AMVETS Post 290, 290 Youngstown-Kingsville Road,
Boardman hopes technology helps prevent, treat concussions
Thanks to new proactive equipment from Riddell, Boardman High School can now measure just how dangerous collisions can be for its players.
YSU women golfers off to a strong start
The Youngstown State women’s golf team finished third last April at the Horizon League championships at Howey-in-the-Hills, Fla.
Medal of Honor winner tells harrowing tale at Stambaugh
Sal Giunta rushed toward the enemy to reach fellow soldiers
Abel to save the day: Canfield goalie blanks Howland
Her team’s scorebooks will only note that she made two saves Wednesday night, but Canfield goalkeeper Raquel Abel made them count.
Youngstown council to hire firm to cut city wards to 5
Agreed to do it even though the proposal isn’t yet on the ballot
Wilson, Lucci lead CHS to ITCL title
Columbiana High School freshman Jared Wilson hasn’t even been in high school for a month yet and he’s already making a name for himself.
Poland Village officials make changes to proposed historic ordinance
The changes reflect concerns voiced by the public.
Vikings owner changes his mind about Peterson
Minnesota Vikings star running back Adrian Peterson was declared out, back in, then out again as he faces a felony child-abuse charge in Texas.
Warrant issued for Warren man in shooting incident
Terrell Allen, 22, of Commerce Avenue Northwest, brother of another recent shooting victim, sought in connection with gunfire that injured three men
Beerfest will offer a taste of regional, national craft beers
Youngstown Beerfest will have a strong Ohio presence when it returns to Covelli Centre on Saturday.
Rust Belt's 'Alice' has a dark, modern flair
Rust Belt Theater Company will put its own spin on an iconic story when it presents “Alice: A Curious Musical,” which premieres Friday.
Phillips steps out of ‘Idol’ spotlight
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com When Phillip Phillips came through Northeast Ohio earlier
Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics plans to expand at Youngstown Regional
Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics has been training aviation mechanics at the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport since August 2006
Wednesday around the NFL
Wednesday around the NFL Arizona Cardinals: Arizona Cardinals running back Jonathan Dwyer, 25,
YSO to feature pianist Sakata
The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra will kick off the symphony’s 88th anniversary season Saturday with a classical concert featuring Tomoki Sakata, a recent Van Cliburn International Piano Competition finalist.
Trumbull jury recommends death for murderer David Martin
Judge Andrew Logan will sentence Martin on Wednesday.
YOUnify theater seeks recruits
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN YOUnify Theatre Company, the Mahoning Valley’s first LGBTQIA youth-
Ribbon-cutting for Sami Quick Stop, Dunkin' Donuts will be Saturday
Construction began in May, but the concept was several years in the making.
Tribe’s Carrasco strikes out 12 in shutout of Astros
Carlos Carrasco (8-5) walked one in his first career complete game.
Radio DJ Thomas John lends voice to Heart Walk
By SEAN BARRON Special to The Vindicator BOARDMAN If you plan to attend Saturday’s annual Tri-
McDonald board increase sub pay
Despite rising costs, the cost of school lunches will remain the same for 2014-15.
Fellows Riverside Gardens hosting Small Garden Symposium
About 70 members of American Public Gardens Association are attending the three-day event.
Valley officials, Penn National extend thanks
Local government officials, Penn National Gaming and others sent thanks at Wednesday's opening of Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course.
Austintown's Hollywood racino off to a good start
Maria Morales of Austintown.. walks to player services to cash in her winnings on opening day at Hollywood Gaming in
Faerie Gardens
Faerie Gardens When: Saturday, 10- 11:30 a.m. or noon-1:30 p.m. What: Make a faerie garden that
Aid worker expected to recover from Ebola
Associated Press OMAHA, Neb. An American aid worker infected with Ebola who’s being treated in
Poland officials continue efforts to get property owner to make repairs
Poland Village officials continue efforts on Poland Manor and sidewalk issues
Fire station remains closed
The township is waiting on tax information from the county, said fiscal officer Steve Shelton.
Raid uncovers large meth lab
Staff report NORTH JACKSON A methamphetamine lab uncovered in a raid Tuesday could be one of the
Former Saint Moore anxious for Steelers debut
Lance Moore played a cheerleader role when a lingering groin injury forced the Pittsburgh wide receiver to miss the first two weeks of the season.
scotland Tensions mount in final hours before independence vote
Associated Press EDINBURGH, Scotland For Scots, Wednesday was a day of excitement, apprehension
Va. man arraigned on car-wash theft charges
Nathan C. Bundy, 39, is charged with thefts from Lordstown Village Car Wash, 6830 Tod Ave. SW.
Canfield council approves 8 ordinances
Canfield’s city council passed eight items at its Wednesday night meeting.
Weathersfield taking bids for work at old middle school
By MARY SMITH news@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE Bids for repairs and a new electrical system for
Iraq PM: No need for US ground troops
Iraq PM: No need for US ground troops BAGHDAD Iraq’s new prime minister ruled out stationing
Austintown Community gardens planned
By MEGAN WILKINSON mwilkinson@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Establishing community gardens was on the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.26 —0.31 Avalon
Public notices are important
Opinion: Kearney (Neb.) Hub: Public notice requirements are inscribed in Nebraska statutes for many reasons,
Awards season is on the horizon
The inaugural Youngstown Music Awards is starting to come into focus. Voting has ended, and
Matalco Inc. breaks gound for new facility
Matalco Inc. starts construction of new manufacturing plant, is expected to be completed in 2016
Homers carry surging Bucs past Red Sox
Gregory Polanco, Neil Walker and Ike Davis all homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Boston Red Sox 9-1 on Wednesday night to maintain their grip on the second National League wildcard spot.
I CAN’T GROW ROSES I GIVE UP
I’m done. I have dedicated too much energy trying to grow roses.
Browns are now Hoyer’s team
Brian Hoyer won’t be hanging out at LeBron James’ mansion watching NFL games anytime soon.
Fall is for soil testing
Fall is for soil testing If you had gardening challenges this year, you are not alone. The
oddly enough
oddly enough Florida woman flies plane on 90th birthday PALM COAST, Fla. A central Florida
Gourds: Plant a seed, then harvest as art
By Pam Baytos OSU master gardener volunteer What’s a gardener to do with dried, moldy gourds?
Hydrangeas need water, food, shade
Q. My hydrangea failed to bloom again this year. What am I doing wrong? Jane from Canfield A.
Time to plant garlic
Time to plant garlic For the biggest and best garlic, plant now until early October. Be sure to
POLICE CALLS IN HUBBARD, LIBERTY, GIRARD
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
FSU’s Winston suspended over comments
ameis Winston will be a spectator in the first half of Florida State’s showdown against Clemson Saturday after making “offensive and vulgar” comments about women.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joshua E. Smail, 26, of 3894 Indian Run Drive, Unit
McDonald school levy would be for repairs and improvements
McDonald school levy would be for repairs and improvements
Police: Ambush suspect was military re-enactor
Associated Press Schools closed, kids stayed inside and authorities chased down several false
Hydrangea wreaths
Hydrangea wreaths MERCER, PA. Munnell Run Farm, 747 Greenville Road, in conjunction with guest
METRO DIGEST || Not-guilty plea
Not-guilty plea WARREN Anthony Talbert, 20, of Hunter Street Northwest, was arraigned earlier
Best-selling author to visit
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com POLAND Jennifer Weiner, the best-selling author of nearly
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Boardman Township Park commissioners, 10:30 a.m., Georgeanna Parker Activity
Will the NFL do the right thing on domestic violence?
Opinion: By Jeff Benedict Los Angeles Times A lot of attention has been paid lately to the long-term
NIGHTLIFE
The 2 Hype Lounge, 948 Mahoning Ave., Warren; 330-395-0080 Fri: The YO Band, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Watson ‘touched’ by reception in Uruguay MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay British actor Emma
Toronto mayor has rare cancer
Associated Press TORONTO Toronto Mayor Rob Ford has a rare and difficult cancer that will
House grudgingly OKs arms for Syrian rebels
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Republican-controlled House voted grudgingly Wednesday to give
Royal horses will strut their stuff
Just as Americans love their cars, Europeans love their horses. It’s the passion of the latter that will be on display when The Gala of the Royal Horses comes to Covelli Centre on Sunday.
Job fair set Tuesday
Job fair set Tuesday AUSTINTOWN Staff Right Services LLC will have a job fair from 10 a.m. to 2
School police buy military gear
Associated Press LOS ANGELES School police departments across the country have taken advantage
Group to offer ballroom dance lessons at library
The Youngstown-Warren chapter of Dance USA will offer ballroom dance lessons for adults Wednesday.
War by any other name is still war
Opinion: WASHINGTON The United States last declared war many wars ago, on June 5, 1942, when, to clarify
‘Carol Burnett/Kandy Cleland Show’
‘Carol Burnett/Kandy Cleland Show’ Stage Left Players will present “The Carol Burnett/Kandy
CD RATES
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“Thursday Night Football” (8:25 P.M., CBS): The Falcons take on the Buccaneers in
“Thursday Night Football” (8:25 P.M., CBS): The Falcons take on the Buccaneers in Atlanta. “The
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK A Walk Among the Tombstones (R) A former detective working as a private detective
Mayor is using his authority in appointing events director
Editorial: Youngstown Mayor John A. Mc- Nally has created a five-member committee to review the 54 applications
Theater to present 'You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown'
Theatre on 3 will present “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown” Oct. 3-5 at the Winner Arts and Culture Center in Sharon, Pa.
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