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Thursday, December 31 (114 stories)
Cotton Bowl final: Alabama 38, Michigan State 0
Alabama (13-1) will meet Clemson (14-0) in the College Football Playoff title game on Monday, Jan. 11 at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.
US stocks end 2015 mostly flat, capping volatile year
US stocks end 2015 mostly flat, capping volatile year
Affluenza teen held at Mexican immigration holding center
Affluenza teen held at Mexican immigration holding center
Orange Bowl final: Clemson 37, Oklahoma 17
Bob Stoops' Oklahoma Sooners were shut out in the second half.
Ben Carson's staffers quit, question his readiness for the White House
Ben Carson's staffers quit, question his readiness for the White House
Puerto Rico reports its first mosquito-borne Zika case
Puerto Rico reports its first mosquito-borne Zika case
Cleveland mayor: Peaceful Tamir Rice protests can continue
Cleveland mayor: Peaceful Tamir Rice protests can continue
Fire breaks out near Dubai's New Year's fireworks display
Fire breaks out near Dubai's New Year's fireworks display
Oakhill Timeline - FEBRUARY 15, 2016:
Yavorcik provides a 24-page document from prosecutors given to him before his indictment outlining the prosecutors’ case against him.
Oakhill Timeline - FEBRUARY 12, 2016:
The judge agrees to let Yavorcik, an attorney since 1999, defend himself.
Oakhill Timeline - JANUARY 14, 2016:
At the request of Judge Burnside, prosecutors reduce the number of counts against the three defendants to 53. Prosecutors say it keeps the strongest charges in the indictment.
Oakhill Timeline - OCTOBER 27, 2015:
Prosecutors file their list of 86 potential witnesses to testify in the case. The number is reduced to 53 on Jan. 22, 2016.
Oakhill Timeline - OCTOBER 16, 2015:
The first public pretrial hearing in the case includes the revelation that Youngstown political consultant Harry Strabala admitted he secretly recorded Mahoning Valley politicians.
Oakhill Timeline - JUNE 14, 2015:
Prosecutors indict Sciortino in Mahoning County on 25 felonies: 21 counts of unauthorized use of property - computer or telecommunication property - and 4 counts of theft in office. He is accused of illegally using government-owned computers and software more than 300 time to raise money for political purposes to keep him in office, and for directing three of his employees to assist him. He pleads not guilty.
Oakhill Timeline - JANUARY 8, 2015:
A 100-page “notice of intent to use evidence” is filed by prosecutors that provides further details on the alleged crimes committed by the defendants.
Oakhill Timeline - NOVEMBER 5, 2014:
Sciortino is defeated by Republican Ralph Meacham in a re-election bid. Sciortino’s term ends Feb. 23, 13 days before it was to officially end, with a three-member panel of retired judge remove him early from office. He spent those final days on paid suspension.
Oakhill Timeline - JUNE 11, 2014:
A 145-page bill of particulars is filed by prosecutors that outline the specific charges against the three defendants.
Oakhill Timeline - MAY 14, 2014:
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Timothy McGinty announced a 83-count indictment against Youngstown Mayor John A. McNally, then-Mahoning County Auditor Michael Sciortino and attorney Marty Yavorcik. The charges include engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity, bribery, perjury, conspiracy, money laundering and tampering with records.
Oakhill Timeline - JULY 11, 2011:
A visiting judge dismisses a 73-count indictment without prejudice, meaning the charges could be refiled later. The case was dismissed by prosecutors because of their inability to obtain tape recordings from the FBI and provide them to the defense making it impossible to proceed.
Oakhill Timeline - JULY 29, 2010:
The grand jury returns a 73-count indictment charging seven people and three organizations with multiple felony and misdemeanor charges related to the relocation of the county’s Job and Family Services offices from Garland Plaza to Oakhill Renaissance Place.
Oakhill Timeline - FEBRUARY-JULY 2010:
A Mahoning County grand jury hears testimony and examines documents on Oakhill in at least 12 sessions with the special prosecutors, concluding its work this week. The grand jury, which was scheduled for a four-month session ending April 30, was extended twice at the request of the special prosecutors, but the county’s common pleas judges said the extension ending this week would be the final extension.
Oakhill Timeline - DECEMBER 2008:
The county moves its Veterans’ Service Commission from its Southside Annex to Oakhill.
Oakhill Timeline - NOVEMBER 2008:
At the request of Mahoning County Prosecutor Paul J. Gains, the county common pleas judges appoint Dennis P. Will and Paul M. Nick as special prosecutors to probe potential criminal conflict of interest related to the purchase of Oakhill.
Oakhill Timeline - JULY 2006:
The County buys Oakhill in U.S. Bankruptcy Court and keeps the city health department and coroner’s office there, but assumes responsibility for more than $900,000 worth of mortgages and liens, including a $430,000 Ohio Department of Development loan to SCDC and a real estate tax bill of about $400,000.
Oakhill Timeline - JULY 2007:
The County moves its department of Job and Family Services from the Cafaro Co.-owned Garland Plaza on the city’s East Side to Oakhill; and the Cafaro Co. loses in the bench trial of its lawsuit to rescind the county’s purchase of Oakhill. The trial judge orders County Auditor Michael V. Sciortino to immediately issue the $75,000 check for the former hospital. Sciortino does so.
Oakhill Timeline - MAY 2006:
SCDC files for Chapter 7 liquidation bankruptcy, threatening Oakhill tenants, including the Youngstown Health Department and Mahoning County coroner’s office, with possible eviction on short notice.
Oakhill Timeline - AUGUST 1999:
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development releases a $1 million grant to convert the former hospital into a multi-tenant facility, which is renamed Oakhill Renaissance Place.
Oakhill Timeline - SEPTEMBER 1998:
Forum Health sells its former Southside Medical Center for $1 to the nonprofit Southside Community Development Corp.
North Jackson ex-minister's rape and gross sexual imposition conviction upheld
North Jackson ex-minister's rape and gross sexual imposition conviction upheld
Judges rule Boardman heroin evidence came from valid search warrant
Judges rule Boardman heroin evidence came from valid search warrant
Turnpike plazas offering free coffee to New Year’s travelers
Turnpike plazas offering free coffee to New Year’s travelers
Ohio credentialing system meant to improve emergency access
Ohio credentialing system meant to improve emergency access
Market Street bridge will be closed to motorists and pedestrians at noon
Market Street bridge will be closed to motorists and pedestrians at noon
December delight: It's warmest recorded in Valley
Temperatures will be above normal through the spring, according to the National Weather Service
Hollywood Gaming race course records record revenues
Staff report AUSTINTOWN The Ohio-Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course reported record
Baby injured Dec. 15 dies of injuries
Father arrested last week for felonious assault waives hearing
Let Youngstown academic panel meet, state urges
The state has objected to the magistrate’s decision that the YEA has standing to challenge an academic distress panel appointment.
Cash, Benjamin lead YSU over Tennessee State
Sarah Cash scored a career-high 22 points and Indiya Benjamin had 11 points and six assists.
Late Herman Adams hailed as patriot, strong voice for veterans
With the death of the former commander of VFW Post 6488, the Youngstown community lost a patriot and strong voice for veterans, particularly black veterans from his generation who didn’t get the recognition they deserved.
High School sports | Results of Wednesday’s games
GIRLS BASKETBALL Austintown Fitch 81, Liberty 38 YOUNGSTOWN Natalie Lynn and Sabria Hunter
SPORTS DIGEST || Ohio State QB Jones declares for NFL draft
Ohio State quarterback Cardale Jones has announced he will skip his senior season and declare for the NFL draft.
Kasich, Legislature facing hot-button issues in ’16
There are plenty of issues that could put Gov. John Kasich and Republican legislative leaders at odds in the new year.
Judge pulls driver’s license Liberty man was not supposed to have
Was sentenced to a lifetime ban on driving
The year’s top local entertainment stories
The year’s top local entertainment stories THE SUMMER OF ‘BAR RESCUE’ By GUY D’ASTOLFO
‘Where Are U Now’ leads list of top songs
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK If The Associated Press could create its own “NOW”
A newcomer’s album beats out Lamar, Adele
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK More than hit singles, albums are works of art that
Late-night changes, ‘Empire’ top TV events
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK It’s been a year of shifting sands in late
2 arraigned in Christmas morning shooting
No one hurt; baby taken from mother who was driving given to grandparents
Struthers child rape case bound over to Mahoning Court court
A man is accused of sexually assaulting a 6-year-old girl.
New Youngstown lawmakers are ready to get to work
Four of the seven members are serving for the first time.
Poor ticket sales resulted in the cancelation of next month’s TEDxYoungstown event
It could be rescheduled, according to the event’s curator
Valley overflowed with losses, discoveries in 2015
Among the Top 10 news stories of 2015 chosen by Vindy editors and staff were the General Assembly voting to give control over the long-failing Youngstown school system to a CEO; sewer overflows after heavy June rain caused a massive fish kill in Lake Newport; and Corinne Gump, 10, and her grandparents died in a fire for which Robert Seman, the boyfriend of Corinne’s mother, was indicted on arson charges. The indictment came the same day Seman was to stand trial on charges he raped Corinne.
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK The Hateful Eight (R) ss Shortly after the Civil War, an octet of dangerous
The Year of the Deal
Associated Press NEW YORK Companies around the world spent a record $5.04 trillion on
How shall we remember 2015? Or shall we try to forget it?
Opinion: It is always hard to know when a turning point has been reached, and usually it is long afterwards before we recognize it. However, if 2015 has been a turning point, it may well have marked a turn in a downward direction for America and for Western civilization.
Road Department suffers because of state law
Canfield Township’s road department is expected to suffer the most from the loss of estate tax
‘Spotlight’ film shined the brightest
By Michael Phillips Chicago Tribune So many images to remember, and to take our minds off Donald
Pep Boys agrees to be acquired by Icahn for $1 billion
Pep Boys agrees to be acquired by Icahn for $1 billion NEW YORK Carl Icahn is acquiring Pep
birthdays
birthdays Actor Anthony Hopkins is 78. Actor Tim Considine (“My Three Sons”) is 75. Actress Sarah
Friend of Calif. shooters is indicted
Friend of Calif. shooters is indicted RIVERSIDE, Calif. A friend of one of the shooters in the
Winter Celebration: The Forest
Winter Celebration: The Forest When: Through Jan. 3 What: Enjoy a stroll through a reimagined
Force a little spring while winter winds blow
By Pam Baytos OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer ‘Tis the season for amarylllis, little pots of
Bugs in the house?
Bugs in the house? Check your houseplants. If you brought in plants from outside, you may have
Judge ends stun-gun lawsuit
Associated Press COLUMBUS A federal judge has formally ended a lawsuit brought against a central
Understanding seed catalogs
Understanding seed catalogs From letters at the end of listings to notes about organic, what does
Tips on identification BIRD watching
By Nancy D. BRUNDAGE Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist When looking out into your yard or
oddly enough
oddly enough Asylum-seekers in Sweden fear refugee shelter is haunted STOCKHOLM Thirty-five
What are your garden plans?
What are your garden plans? Take a moment as the new year begins to think about your garden for
Become ’16 master gardener
Q. What all do you do as master gardeners? Is there a training class coming up? Lori from Boardman
Stoops, Sooners meet No. 1 Clemson today
From a protest in the spring to travel woes in the fall, Oklahoma coped with plenty of distractions on its way to the Orange Bowl.
Sheriff identifies inmates who died in jail
Associated Press PAINESVILLE A northeast Ohio sheriff’s office has identified two inmates who
Emerging from shadows, pot trade tries to build brands
Associated Press DENVER Snoop Dogg has his own line of marijuana. So does Willie Nelson. Melissa
Prosecutors defend urging no charges in Rice shooting
Prosecutors who recommended bringing no charges against two officers in the shooting of Tamir Rice said they were required to reveal to a grand jury they didn’t think a conviction was possible.
NIGHTLIFE
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Fri: Steve Vuich, 8 p.m. Brewtus Brewing
Too much information a threat to the stability of democracies
Opinion: By Virginia Postrel Bloomberg View For most of Martin Gurri’s 29 years working for the Central
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Reruns and sports top last week’s viewing NEW YORK Football and reruns prevailed on
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “A Man For All Seasons” by Robert Bolt, directed by Gerri Jenkins, Victorian
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.96—.17 Aqua America, .71
Weight Watchers stock soars as Oprah ad begins
Associated Press NEW YORK Weight Watchers is getting another boost from Oprah Winfrey. The
Ohioans said no to greed in 2015; greedy not fazed
Editorial: Without a doubt, defeat in November of the marijuana legalization issue by more than 1 million votes
College football: Are you ready for some football? Year 2 of the college playoffs unfolds today with
College football: Are you ready for some football? Year 2 of the college playoffs unfolds today with
POLICE CALLS IN HUBBARD, LIBERTY, GIRARD
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
‘Affluenza’ teen stays in Mexico; mom extradited
Associated Press MEXICO CITY The Texas teenager known for using an “affluenza” defense in a
mahoning county Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury Wednesday indicted these people on these charges: James Brown, 36,
New Year’s What’s open/closed
A list of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for the New
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Thursday, Dec. 31, the 365th and final day of 2015. ASSOCIATED PRESS On
Bond set for man accused in beating
Bond set for man accused in beating YOUNGSTOWN Bond was set at $50,000 Monday in Youngstown
Poll finds split over who merits religious freedoms
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans place a higher priority on preserving the religious
Turks, Belgians: Attacks foiled
Associated Press ANKARA, Turkey With less than 48 hours left in 2015, Turkey on Wednesday became
DECEMBER | Warmest
DECEMBER | Warmest This month will be the warmest December in the Mahoning Valley’s recorded
METRO DIGEST || Man pleads guilty to rape of child
Man pleads guilty to rape of child WARREN Jesse Young, 40, of Maryland Street Northeast,
US: Iran launched rocket near ships
Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates The U.S. on Wednesday accused Iran of launching a
Chicago mayor: Police reforms should make force last option
Associated Press CHICAGO Mayor Rahm Emanuel said Wednesday that Chicago police must be better
Cortland man sentenced to the county jail again for probation violation stemming from hit-skip
Steven J. Monolakis, 38, of Meacham Drive in Cortland, began serving 90 days in the Trumbull County jail Monday
Mourners honor NYC detective, soldier
Associated Press NEW YORK Joseph Lemm, a Nebraska country boy turned New York City police
Mahoning Valley Race Course: Wednesday’s results
RACE 1 $24,500 - 3 yo’s & up, 6F, MSW 8 Lucky T Lou (Magrell, J.)$8.60$4.00$2.80 2 Ray’s Legacy
Wednesday, December 30 (99 stories)
Loss and discovery topped Valley's 2015 news stories
The Mahoning Valley is a lot of things, but 2015 showed that boring certainly isn’t one of them.
Perfect December for sun-lovers; not so much for skiiers
For those who hate cold weather, this was a December to remember.
Youngstown Distress Commission files objection to ruling favoring YEA
The Academic Distress Commission for Youngstown City Schools wants to be allowed to meet, and it has filed an objection to the magistrate’s decision that gives the teachers union standing to challenge an appointment to the commission.
Youngstown police awaiting autopsy report before amending chares against baby's dad
A man charged with felonious assault after his 2-month-old son was injured tearfully waived a preliminary hearing Wednesday in municipal court – just hours after learning the boy died.
5 issues puts Gov. Kasich, legislature at odds in 2016
There are plenty of issues that could put Gov. John Kasich and Republican legislative leaders at odds in the new year.
New Youngstown council ready to tackle difficult 2016
Despite 2016 being a challenging financial year for Youngstown, members of the new city council say they are ready to get to work.
Despite lifetime driving ban, Demidovich gets license on advice of parole officer
William Demidovich, 82, of Roosevelt Drive in Liberty, turned over his driver’s license Wednesday in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court – a license he got in the fall of 2011 despite being sentenced to a lifetime ban on driving.
Death of Herman Adams particular loss for area veterans
With the death of Herman R. Adams, the Youngstown community lost a patriot and strong voice for veterans, particularly black veterans from his generation who didn’t get the recognition they deserved.
Baby in car used in Friday shooting given to grandparents
An 8-month-old baby placed in the custody of the Mahoning County Childrens Services Board after her mother was arrested early Christmas morning for driving a car used in a shooting, was turned over to the baby’s grandparents.
Grand jury to weigh charges in child rape case
The case of a man police said sexually assaulted a 6-year-old girl has been bound over to a Mahoning County grand jury for further consideration.
Fla. police: Daughter shot by mother was visiting for holidays
Fla. police: Daughter shot by mother was visiting for holidays
Banned driver dies after crashing into Secret Service car
Banned driver dies after crashing into Secret Service car
Youngstown police investigating assault of man on East Side
Youngstown police investigating assault of man on East Side
Bill Cosby charged with sexually assaulting a woman
Bill Cosby charged with sexually assaulting a woman
DA: Pa. dad endangered infant by passing out in car from drugs
DA: Dad endangered infant by passing out in car from drugs
Ohio Supreme Court throws out hidden drugs evidence-tampering conviction
Court throws out hidden drugs evidence-tampering conviction
Prosecutors defend urging no charges in Tamir Rice shooting
Prosecutors defend urging no charges in Tamir Rice shooting
Apple agrees to pay $350 million in Italian tax case
Apple agrees to pay $350 million in Italian tax case
Girard police investigating car damages on city street
Girard police investigating car damages on city street
Gospel concert New Year's Eve at Rising Star Baptist Church
Gospel concert New Year's Eve at Rising Star Baptist Church
Officials: Credit card ’skimmers’ found at Ohio gas pumps
Officials: Credit card ’skimmers’ found at Ohio gas pumps
URGENT | TEDxYoungstown canceled in January due to poor ticket sales
TEDxYoungstown canceled in January due to poor ticket sales
Man banned for life from driving surrenders license
Man banned for life from driving surrenders license
UPDATED: Bill Cosby is charged with sexually assaulting a woman
Bill Cosby is charged with sexually assaulting a woman
2-month-old baby dies; father admits shaking incident
2-month-old baby dies; father admits shaking incident
Success spurs new TMHF grant for anti-overdose program
Success spurs new TMHF grant for anti-overdose program
Betras rebukes Humphries after request for role when presidential hopefuls visit
Betras sent a largely sarcastic email asking if the chamber wanted money for its involvement.
Mahoning Dem Chairman Betras blasts regional chamber's request
The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber’s request to be “involved” if any presidential candidates visit the area gave Mahoning County Democratic Chairman David Betras an opening to take shots at one of his favorite targets: Thomas M. Humphries, the chamber’s top official.
Pelini’s arrival, Penguins’ playoff miss highlight 2015
YSU didn’t make the 2015 playoffs, but OSU finished the 2014 CFP strong.
YSU’s Hain out with injury
The severity of starting senior forward Bobby Hain’s foot injury is still uncertain.
Devils top Niles to stay perfect
The Blue Devils — averaging just under 95 points per game — lifted their record to 9-0.
MSU's Scott among freshmen in key roles
Hubbard High graduate L.J. Scott made his mark in the Big Ten title game.
Canfield passes road test at Fitch
ulian Vitto scored Canfield’s final four points from the foul line.
Boxer died of bleeding on brain, pathologist says
The bleeding on the brain that killed Hamzah Ajahmi is the most common cause of death in boxing, pathologist says
Youngstown school plan speeds up turnaround effort
Cleveland Plan officials say quick results unlikely
Mill's request for return of overpaid taxes refused
Decision affects Warren schools and several other government entities
Record-breaking vehicle sales expected for December, 2015
When automakers report their December sales after this weekend records will be broken.
10 bids received for exterior work on future muni court home
The apparent lowest proposal of $392,160 is significantly below the city’s $606,000 estimate.
The best of 2015 in arts and entertainment ‘HAMILTON’ ruled the stage
By MARK KENNEDY AP Drama Writer NEW YORK This year’s best-in-theater lists are going to be
‘Witcher 3’ and ‘Fallout 4’ top critic’s list of 2015 video games
By LOU KESTEN Associated Press Associated Press video- game critic Lou Kesten’s favorite titles
Suspect who bit victim's ear still at large
Township police continue to investigate an attempted theft from an auto that left one man with a severed ear.
Commissioners approve Boardman sewer system work
The Mahoning County commissioners have approved a $687,511 Boardman sanitary sewer lining and manhole-sealing contract.
METRO DIGEST || Woman scares off armed robber with gun
A 38-year-old South Side woman told police she scared off an armed robber late Monday with her own handgun.
YSU women ready to get back on court
Youngstown State women’s coach John Barnes obviously knows he has a talented and athletic group, as evidenced by the Penguins’ 9-2 record.
METRO DIGEST || Pedestrian hit on Meridian
Pedestrian hit AUSTINTOWN A Youngstown man, Frank Puli Jr., 61, remained in St. Elizabeth
Gov. Kasich talks taxes in year-end review
Republican presidential candidate and Ohio Gov. John Kasich, shown here during an early-December campaign stop with young professionals in Manchester, N.H., said more needs to be done to shift Ohio away from its reliance on income taxes.
Help with the cheeseburger challenge
Help with the cheeseburger challenge In their quest to find the valley’s best burger, the Burger
By JeanMarie Brownson
By JeanMarie Brownson Chicago Tribune As 2015 ends, I’m thinking of this year’s loss of chef
Golden Rye Grille Small-town GOODNESS
Sometimes a small town has that restaurant where everybody gathers for down home cooking just like momma used to make.
oddly enough
oddly enough ‘Dogs eat crazy things’: Vets remove toys from puppy’s tummy LEVITTOWN, Pa. A
Spectacular sparkling for your New Year’s Eve
Spectacular sparkling for your New Year’s Eve If you want to enjoy some great bubbles without
CHS senior class hosts annual craft show
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield High School class of 2016 carried on the
Dec. 14
Dec. 14 Theft: $400 was stolen from a room at the EconoLodge, 5431 Seventy-Six Drive. Criminal
Poland Community Briefs
Heidelberg University announces spring semester dean’s list More than 350 Heidelberg University
Canfield Community Briefs
Ung named CVMS spelling champ The annual Canfield Village Middle School Spelling Bee took place on
The five most-streamed tracks on Spotify in the United States
The five most-streamed tracks on Spotify in the United States, based on the number of people who
Hospitality alliance
Hospitality alliance YOUNGSTOWN A new trade group, Mahoning Valley Hospitality Alliance, will
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
cleveland 2 cops still in jeopardy over boy’s killing
Associated Press CLEVELAND Despite the grand jury decision not to charge a white patrolman in
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Wednesday, Dec. 30, the 364th day of 2015. There is one day left in the year.
Midwest storms bring 1st taste of winter to Northeast
Associated Press PORTLAND, Maine Winter weather that spun off a series of deadly storms in the
A mass cultural event
Opinion: By Ann Friedman Los Angeles Times A few days ago, as I bought tickets to “Star Wars: The Force
‘Affluenza’ teen, mom planned flight to Mexico, official says
Associated Press FORT WORTH, Texas A teen fugitive who’s known for using an “affluenza” defense
US stocks ending ’15 mostly flat, capping volatile year
Associated Press The stock market took investors for a wild ride in 2015, but in the end it was a
NYPD assures New Year’s revelers
NYPD assures New Year’s revelers NEW YORK With the nation still jittery over shooting massacres
US official: Airstrikes have killed 10 IS leaders
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. and coalition airstrikes killed 10 Islamic State leaders over
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1210.13.15 Aqua America, .71
Police academy leaders in Ohio: Proposed standards may up costs
Associated Press DAYTON Some police academy leaders are concerned that proposed statewide
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Naser Alwanni and Manar Ibrahim, Girard, girl, Dec. 28.
Let boxing death, movie spotlight brain injuries
Editorial: A real-life tragedy in a Youngstown boxing ring and an on-screen drama on a Pittsburgh football
Warren church will welcome in 2016 with worship, music and mime
The special service will begin at 10 p.m. New Year’s Eve
Gains in Ramadi come at high cost
Associated Press BAGHDAD The advance of Iraqi forces into the heart of Ramadi, a restive city
Suburbia registered strongest opposition to marijuana-legalization issue in Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS Opposition was strongest in suburbia to Ohio’s first-in-the-nation
What is the best way of helping endangered populations in the Mideast? Not by playing politics
Opinion: In this Christmas season, Christian Arabs are under threat as never before in the region where
Coal industry on track for record-low deaths
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. Amid layoffs and idled operations, the U.S. coal industry is
New Year’s | What’s open/closed
A list of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for the New
DuPont moves on job cuts ahead of merger
Associated Press DuPont will cut 1,700 jobs in its home state of Delaware and thousands more
birthdays
birthdays Actor Russ Tamblyn is 81. Singer Noel Paul Stookey of Peter, Paul and Mary is 78.
Elliott didn’t know license suspended
Court records show that Elliott had his license suspended after failing to pay for a speeding ticket he received on May 15.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
SATURDAY Vienna United Methodist Church, 4265 Warren-Sharon Road, will serve Swiss steak dinners
Tomlin says Steelers still confident
Mike Tomlin remains as sure as ever the Pittsburgh Steelers are good enough to play well into January and beyond.
Refresh Dental sponsors new CHS softball scoreboard
The Canfield Local School District announced a partnership with the North American Dental Group’s affiliate, Refresh Dental, for the sponsorship of a new Canfield High School Lady Cardinals softball scoreboard.
Boardman choir gives gift of music to Robinwood students
Robinwood Lane Elementary School hosted a special guest performance on Dec. 11 - the Boardman High School choir, who performed a little holiday concert for the elementary students.
Canfield Sports Briefs
Send Neighbors your news If you’re a winter sports coach or the parent of an athlete, we need your
Guest chef provides new meal to students
A new lunch item was provided for students as an opportunity to switch up from the normal lunch on Dec. 11 at Boardman High School.
City, library and SCORE partner
The City of Youngstown Community Planning and Economic Development Office along with SCORE and the
Poland Sports Briefs
Girls basketball falls to Lakeview On Dec. 16, the Poland girls basketball lost to Lakeview 59-50.
Boardman Community Briefs
Houston named to fall 2015 Dean’s High Honors List Mitchell Houston was named to the fall 2015
Canfield swimming competes against Glen Oak
The Canfield coed swimming and diving team competed against Glen Oak on Dec. 9. The girls team
Mini market supports local artists and businesses
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com In support of shopping local and small business, Stone
Students start holiday shopping early
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Students at Poland Dobbins Elementary had the
CHC students get goose bumps at book fair
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students entering C.H. Campbell Elementary School’s library
“Dr. Who” meshes with “Sherlock” at the library
The Poland library hosted a Who-Lock event on Dec. 17. The event combined the two famous shows on BBC, “Doctor Who” and “Sherlock.”
Tuesday, December 29 (66 stories)
Analysts expecting record vehicle sales in December, year
When automakers report their December sales after this weekend records will be broken.
Boxer had no prior brain injuries, coroner says in autopsy report
Hamzah Ajahmi died of bleeding on his brain after his first professional boxing match, according to preliminary findings of the forensic pathologist who performed the boxer’s autopsy Dec. 23.
Governor urges elimination of income tax duirng year-end review
It was less than three minutes into his year-end review that Gov. John Kasich focused his attention on taxes.
Police still searching for suspect who bit victim's ear
Township police continue to investigate an attempted theft from an auto that left one man with a severed ear.
Defunct Warren mill won't get tax funds reimbursed, court rules
The 11th District Court of Appeals has refused a request by the owners of the former RG/WCI steel mill that several Warren-area government entities reimburse $658,316 to $1.2 million in overpaid property taxes from 2001 to 2003.
Cleveland company submits low bid on muni court work
A Cleveland company has the apparent lowest proposal – $392,160 – to do extensive exterior work to the City Hall Annex, where the city’s municipal court will be relocated by late 2017.
Youngstown Plan is most aggressive school CEO takeover in US, state senator says
While House Bill 70, known as The Youngstown Plan, moves forward, a similar plan to improve Cleveland Metro School districts is in its third year.
2 arrested in Brussels, suspected of plotting holiday terror attacks
Belgian authorities announced Tuesday they have arrested two men and seized military-type uniforms and Islamic State group propaganda in connection with a suspected plot to unleash holiday season attacks against police, soldiers and celebrated locations in Brussels.
Boardman police continue to investigate severed ear episode
Boardman police continue to investigate severed ear episode
Vandalism and criminal damaging at Boardman Dollar General
Vandalism and criminal damaging at Boardman Dollar General
Commissioners OK pact for lining sewers and sealing manholes in Boardman
Commissioners OK pact for lining sewers and sealing manholes in Boardman
School threats prompt calls for stiffer penalties
Senate Minority Leader Joe Schiavoni of Boardman, D-33rd, said lawmakers are considering bills that would require people who make false reports to repay any costs that result from responding officers and other agencies.
Ferris leads Rebels in low-scoring tilt
The Lowellville High School girls basketball team took extra time in practice in order to prepare for Crestview’s defensive pressure.
Ferenchak withdraws deal, goes forward with case
After the school board issued a press release about its decision to resolve the matter, Ferenchak decided to move forward with the case.
Trumbull board eliminates sheriff, commissioner candidates from ballot
Despite errors on petitions from Democrats Sean O’Brien for 32nd District state senator, Dr. Humphrey Germaniuk for coroner, Sheriff Tom Altiere for sheriff and Mauro Cantalamessa for county commissioer and Republican Syreana R. Harris for county treasurer, all were ruled valid.
Horizon Science Academy to honor St. Dom's Father Maturi
The best-laid plans of mice and men often go awry.
OSU: Elliott remains eligible for Fiesta Bowl
A university spokesman said Ohio State running back Ezekiel Elliott’s status for Friday’s BattleFrog Fiesta Bowl against Notre Dame will not be affected after he was at fault during a Sunday afternoon car crash.
Trumbull commissioners seek repairs to historic Courthouse clocks, bell
Trumbull commissioners seek repairs to historic Courthouse clocks and bell
Show has advice for diet that’s healthy
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES January is looming, and we all know what that
Mops to movie: The real Joy dishes on ‘Joy’
By JOCELYN NOVECK AP National Writer NEW YORK So then there was that time that Joy Mangano,
Boardman trustees advance projects, consider pet protection
Township trustees opened bids Monday for a project that will replace part of the road-salt barn, a 35-year-old structure on the same property as the township government center at 8299 Market St.
Waterline breaks plague Howland neighborhood
The current and future service directors for Niles are offering no solutions to help residents of Ridgelawn Avenue Southeast in Howland who have had two waterline breaks since Thursday and around five this year.
2 jailed, 3 others from Pa. cited on heroin-related charges
The holiday weekend was not a good one for western Pennsylvania residents who came to the city looking for drugs.
Extreme weather poses increasing threat to US power grid
An Associated Press analysis of industry data found that severe weather is the leading cause of major outages on the nation’s power grid.
Price plunge good for consumers, bad for Valley workers
Among the top stories in 2015 was Vallourec Star laying off workers because of the downturn in the oil and gas industry. Vallourec makes steel pipe for hydraulic fracturing.
oddly enough
oddly enough Report: Woman ate sweets, sushi while riding Walmart cart LECANTO, Fla. A Florida
Gov. Kasich strikes blow for fairness in elections
Editorial: His critics undoubtedly will argue that Ohio Gov. John R. Kasich was playing presidential politics
Steve Harvey reminds us all of the pure beauty of beauty pageants
Opinion: By Christine M. FLOWERS Philadelphia Daily News When I was younger, beauty pageants were big
Uphill battle for Sanders
Opinion: In the 36 hours before the latest Democratic debate, the forces of Bernie Sanders and Hillary
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.98-0.14 Aqua America, .71
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Seal: Tonight on “Jimmy Kimmel
BUSINESS DIGEST || Lower gas prices
Lower gas prices CLEVELAND Dominion East Ohio expects increased energy production from the
METRO DIGEST || Arrested in beating of woman
Arrested in beating YOUNGSTOWN Police have in custody a man suspected of beating a 64-year-old
Sam’s Club event
Sam’s Club event BOARDMAN Sam’s Club Hearing Center, 6361 South Ave, is celebrating the New Year
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Vienna Township trustees, 7 a.m., town hall, 848 Youngstown-Kingsville Road.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Murry and Stacy Bryant, Sebring, girl, Dec. 25. Joshua
Amazon sets records with holiday shipping
Associated Press TRENTON, N.J. Online retailer Amazon has been a prime beneficiary of more
S. Korea, Japan reach deal on WWII sex slaves
S. Korea, Japan reach deal on WWII sex slaves SEOUL, South Korea An apology from Japan’s prime
Officer won’t face charges in killing of boy, 12
Associated Press CLEVELAND A grand jury Monday declined to indict a white rookie police officer
birthdays
birthdays Actress Mary Tyler Moore is 79. Actor Jon Voight is 77. Flutist Ray Thomas (Moody Blues)
METRO DIGEST || Youngstown police shoot raccoon
Police shoot raccoon YOUNGSTOWN Police snared and fatally shot a raccoon they found at the rear
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Tuesday, Dec. 29, the 363rd day of 2015. There are two days left in the year.
Eat cilantro to banish psoriasis plaques
Q. I wrote to you about my luck with cilantro for psoriasis more than two years ago. It makes me
Infant mortality rate
Infant mortality rate COLUMBUS Ohio’s infant mortality rate is showing signs of improvement,
Texas cleans up; Midwest gets pelted with snow, ice
Associated Press GARLAND, Texas Jacqui Gordon spent Monday sifting through the debris that had
Fumbled snap costs Bengals in overtime
Associated Press DENVER DeMarcus Ware beat AJ McCarron to a fumbled snap in overtime, sending
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Meadowlark Lemon of Globetrotters dies SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. Meadowlark Lemon, the
Fitbit apparently was hot Christmas seller
Associated Press NEW YORK It was a very merry Christmas for fitness-tracking device maker
Untaxed Ohio casino freebies must be reviewed, panel urges
Associated Press COLUMBUS Failing to tax more than $650 million worth of promotional freebies at
Iraqi troops advance in Ramadi; pockets of IS remain in city
Associated Press BAGHDAD Iraqi forces backed by U.S.-led airstrikes drove Islamic State
chicago police Advocates: Crisis training has lapsed
Associated Press CHICAGO In the wake of another police shooting, Mayor Rahm Emanuel called for
Enriched uranium moved to Russia from Iran
Associated Press VIENNA A landmark nuclear deal with Tehran moved closer to implementation
Alcohol & Alzheimer’s
By Allie Shah Star Tribune (Minneapolis) People with early Alzheimer’s disease have something
Gophers fend off Chippewas
Associated Press DETROIT Cooper Rush was being taken down from behind, so to avoid a sack, he
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE/MONDAY’S RESULTs, TODAY’S ENTRIES
TRACK CONDITION: fast First Race - Purse $24,500, Maiden special weight, 2 yo, Six Furlongs.
POLAND TOWNSHIP Trustees pick chairman, set 2016 meeting times
Township trustees selected Eric Ungaro as board chairman for 2016 at their re-organizational meeting Monday and also took care of a number of necessary business items such as setting meeting times for next year and approving temporary appropriations
Monday, December 28 (70 stories)
Top 10 business stories
This year, the Mahoning Valley dealt with job loss, cheered on the Chevrolet Cruze and saw growth in Youngstown.
Boardman man's ear bitten off by thief
A man trying to stop a car break-in needed more than 20 stitches after he was assaulted by a suspect.
Ridgelawn water problems no worse than other nearby streets, Niles service director-elect says
The current and future service directors for Niles are offering no solutions now to help residents of Ridgelawn Avenue Southeast in Howland who have had two waterline breaks since Thursday and about seven this year.
Commissioners apply for grant to renovate historic Trumbull Courthouse clock, bell
In March 1895, when the second Trumbull County Courthouse was destroyed in a fire, the county had been home to Warren’s Packard Electric Co. for five years, and the Packard brothers would build their first Packard automobile in Warren four years later, in 1899.
Settlement over appointment of South Range BOE member now in question
After South Range Board of Education issued a press release about its decision to move forward to resolve pending litigation with Richard Ferenchak, he decided to withdraw a settlement and move forward with the case.
Trumbull elections board rules O'Grady ineligible for ballot
Trumbull elections board rules O'Grady ineligible for ballot
Police looking for suspect in beating of woman on East Side
Police looking for suspect in beating of woman on East Side
White officer won’t face charges in killing of Cleveland boy
White officer won’t face charges in killing of Cleveland boy
Ohio firefighter dies after fall through floor during blaze
Ohio firefighter dies after fall through floor during blaze
West Branch school board to accept resignation of superintendent Tuesday
West Branch to name interim superintendent Tuesday
Mineral Ridge water customers to experience low water pressure Wednesday
Mineral Ridge water customers to experience low water pressure Wednesday
Women enters guilty plea to illegal activity at Austintown truck stop
Women enters guilty plea to illegal activity at Austintown truck stop
Panel: $650M in untaxed Ohio gambling freebies need review
Panel: $650M in untaxed Ohio gambling freebies need review
Increase puts Ohio gas prices closer to $2 as year ends
Increase puts Ohio gas prices closer to $2 as year ends
City of Hubbard issues water-conservation, boil-advisory alerts
City of Hubbard issues water-conservation, boil-advisory alerts
City officials keep watch over unusual-acting raccoon
City officials keep watch over unusual-acting raccoon
Police seek suspect in beating of 64-year-old woman
Police seek suspect in beating of 64-year-old woman
Ravens, Mallett shock rival Steelers
Getting beat by the Ravens was bad enough. Losing control of their playoff destiny made things even worse for the Steelers.
Fire damages vacant home in Howland
Staff report HOWLAND Fire damaged a vacant home in the 3000 block of Ravenwood Drive on Sunday.
Valley charter school students score poorly on state tests
Youngstown Community School scored above the state average in one area of the state tests
Video Game Review
“Halo 5: Guardians” Grade: C Details: Microsoft, for the Xbox One, $59.95 Near the end of
Entertainer of the Year ‘Star Wars,’ of course
By DERRIK J. LANG AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES “Star Wars” isn’t just strong. It’s
From volunteerism to Civil Air Patrol, Canfield teen epitomizes selflessness
The CAP is a great opportunity for adolescents in the Valley
Browns run out of time against Chiefs
Johnny Manziel led a second-half comeback by making timely throws and scrambling for key first downs.
Student-run spirit store provides professional practice
Working with an actual business allows students to get a better sense of how a business is run
Manning denies he used HGH
Peyton Manning angrily denied allegations to ESPN on Sunday morning he used HGH in 2011.
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Mahoning County commissioners, 10 a.m., commissioners’ hearing room, county
Free dinner
Free dinner Orthodox Center, 1025 N. Belle Vista Ave., Youngstown, will have a free neighborhood
Family: Charges unlikely in killing of 12-year-old Tamir Rice by police
Associated Press CLEVELAND Nearly 400 days after a white police officer fatally shot a black 12
CORRECTION
CORRECTION A child who was a passenger in a car involved in a chase and shooting early Christmas
Cyberattacks could cripple US power grids
Second of a three-part series By GARANCE BURKE and JONATHAN FAHEY Associated Press SAN
Lindsey Graham has fatal flaws
Opinion: By Taylor Batten The Charlotte Observer Lindsey Graham, meet Neil Postman. There were no
Out-of-school suspensions grow out of control in Ohio
Editorial: Consider for a moment this common scenario that has played out for decades in the annals of
newsmakers
newsmakers Oscar-winning cameraman dies at 93 LOS ANGELES Haskell Wexler, the two-time Oscar-
Trumbull flooding
Trumbull flooding VIENNA The National Weather Service Cleveland office issued a flood warning
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints Trumbull County Treasurer v. Gloria Castro et al, tax
YEARS AGO
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Busiest airport hits major milestone
Busiest airport hits major milestone ATLANTA Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
PRELIMINARY TEST RESULTS for charter schools
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS NAMESUBJECTPCT. PROF. COLUMBIANA Buckeye On-Line SchoolGr. 4 ELA53.1
SPORTS digest
Canfield names 16 to Hall of Fame CANFIELD Sixteen Canfield athletes and coaches stretching
oddly enough
oddly enough Officer fired gun while practicing ‘quick draw’ DES MOINES, Iowa Des Moines
Area Running
Area Running 2015 Jingle Bell 5K at Canfield Fairgrounds Overall Female Overall Winners
Wind, rain, cold hamper cleanup efforts
Associated Press GARLAND, Texas At least 11 people died and dozens were injured in strong
Dana School of Music hosts January horn workshop
Jan. 10 is horn workship at YSU’s Dana School of Music
IS puts up heavy fight to slow advance
Associated Press BAGHDAD Islamic State fighters are putting up a tough fight in the militant-
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the
Where’s the peace or the goodwill?
Opinion: Not for a long time has the world seemed so removed from the angelic proclamation of 2,000 years
Bergdahl deserves leniency
Opinion: By John M. CRISP Tribune News Service Climate change. The national debt. Race relations. The
‘Force Awakens’ is fastest to $1B
Associated Press LOS ANGELES “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” has reached $1 billion at the box
Relatives of 2 killed by police in Chicago question shootings
Associated Press CHICAGO Grieving relatives and friends of two people shot and killed by Chicago
S. Korea, Japan to discuss wartime Korean sex slaves
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea The foreign ministers of South Korea and Japan will meet
WORTH a look
SALES Helping Hands Closet at Western Reserve United Methodist Church, 4580 Canfield Road,
In the Huddle How area NFL players fared in Week 16
CLEVELAND BROWNS John Greco, OL, Boardman — Placed on injured reserve last Tuesday after suffering
Defenses could decide Bengals-Broncos tonight
The Broncos (10-4) are No. 1 in the league against the run and the pass. The Bengals (11-3) aren’t bad either. They’ve surrendered the fewest points in the NFL.
Sunday, December 27 (85 stories)
Great American abortion divide should widen in 2016 presidential campaigns
The issue likely will be divisive in the race for U.S. Senate in Ohio
Family believes no one will be indicted in shooting death of Tamir Rice in Cleveland
A decision on charges is expected soon
Weekend tornadoes, flooding kill at least 23 in US
Tornadoes tore a 40-mile path of devastation in the Dallas area
Former Ohio teacher who recorded kindergartners in bathroom to be sentenced
The man could face a lengthy prison term
Cleveland, Pittsburgh NFL teams lose; Chiefs gain wild-card playoff berth
The Ravens upset the Steelers 20-17
Mahoning Valley charter schools perform poorly on state tests
Only one school performed better than the state average in one subject area
Flood warning issued in Trumbull County
Some roads will be flooded and impassible later today, officials warn
'Star Wars: Force Awakens" hits $1B mark faster than any film in history
The juggernaut helped other movies succeed this holiday weekend
Chicago cops fail residents, grieving mother of Saturday shooting victim says today
Police killed a 19-year-old man and 55-year-old woman
Meal-packing event set Jan. 9
Meal-packing event set Jan. 9 HERMITAGE, PA. A Stop Hunger Now Meal-Packing Event is planned
Kara McNeal | Vincent Nardy
YOUNGSTOWN Kara Dawn McNeal became the bride of Vincent James Nardy at 2 p.m. Sept. 12 at St.
Jessica Creque | Ronald Harrison Jr.
HARTVILLE, OHIO Jessica Creque and Ronald Harrison Jr. exchanged marriage vows during a ceremony
Beth Arundel | Charles Russell
WARREN Warren City Hall was the setting of the 11:30 a.m. Sept. 18 wedding of Beth Arundel and
Miss Rudzik will marry Mr. McCluskey
PULASKI, PA. Edward and Tammy Rudzik of Pulaski, Pa., are announcing the engagement of their
Navarra-Smith engagement is announced
Sarah Navarra and Kerstin Smith, both of Columbus, are engaged and planning a June 4 wedding. The
Boehlke-Oyler nuptials set for July 23
Rachael Boehlke of Niles and Jason Oyler of Boardman are announcing their engagement and plans for a
Parents announce Garland-Morris engagement
William and Katherine Garland of Mineral Ridge and Richard and Nancy Morris of Alliance are
Abby Jensen to be bride of Bill Kaglic
AUSTINTOWN Abby Jensen and Bill Kaglic of Austintown are announcing their engagement and upcoming
Mr., Mrs. Rouser celebrate 50 years of marriage
YOUNGSTOWN The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Grant Rouser Jr. of Youngstown was
Family dinner marks 50th for Ragozzinos
girard The children and grandchildren of Mr. and Mrs. Giuseppe Ragozzino of Girard hosted a
Mulling solar? Think of long-term payback
Solar panel systems last 30 to 40 years, with paybacks measured in years or decades.
Stoops has Sooners chasing a title
The Cardinal Mooney graduate is in the College Football Playoff with a chance to win his second national title.
Youngstown audit says staffing levels in district rank high
Interim Superintendent Stephen Stohla has asked human resources officer to complete an audit of out
Howland leads Warren JFK all the way
Connor Tamarkin had a game-high 18 points, Luciano Romeo added 16 and Howland was 20 of 26 at the foul line.
Guatemalan woman gets life-saving chemo in Valley
Vilma Jerez came to the Mahoning Valley to receive the ultimate Christmas present – life-saving chemotherapy that is not available in her native Guatemala.
SPORTS DIGEST || Sebring to induct two into Hall of Fame
Sebring to induct two into Hall of Fame SEBRING The Sebring Athletic Hall of Fame will induct
Improvements at Mill Creek Lily Pond near completion
Beginning next month, visitors to Mill Creek MetroParks’ Lily Pond will have several new vantage points from which to experience the site that is among the park district’s most-visited.
Browns rookie Erving facing critical offseason
LeCharles Bentley: Rookie lineman has talent, but ‘he has no clue what he’s doing’
Browns players arrested after traffic stop
Armonty Bryant’s breakout season got sidetracked on Christmas morning.
Letson, Sauer inducted into Ohio Commodores
Atty. Thomas B.J. Letson and businesswoman Diane R. Sauer were among 10 people inducted into the Association of Ohio Commodores earlier this month in Columbus.
New Year’s Eve celebrations in Youngstown and Canfield Freshening up FIRST NIGHT
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN First Night Youngstown will have more of an
First 2015 Kwanzaa event draws hundreds to New Bethel
Umoja (unity), the first of several events for Kwanzaa, an African-American cultural celebration aimed at empowering the black community, got underway Saturday at New Bethel Baptist Church.
METRO DIGEST || New Year’s Day hike
New Year’s hike SLIPPERY ROCK, PA. Jennings Environmental Education Center, 2951 Prospect Road,
Oklahoma stayed course with Stoops and it paid off
The Sooners wisely stuck with Youngstown native Bob Stoops.
Browns’ Orchard making strides
The rookie had to deal with his wife’s pregnancy-related illness during training camp.
Obstacles slow growth of wind, solar power
"I think [wind energy] is fine. But it doesn't make sense to me to have to transport it halfway across the United States. We're smarter than that," says Mike McKeown, a Missouri farmer whose property lies along the path of a proposed wind-energy transmission line.
Crews stop spread of Calif. wildfire
Crews stop spread of Calif. wildfire VENTURA, Calif. Fire crews stopped the spread of a wind-
Tell your story with Flipagram
We are a world of storytellers. Those stories used to be housed in photo albums and stacks of VHS
Grove City College contributes to book
Grove City College contributes to book GROVE CITY, PA. A new book about the global legacy of
Succulent success
By Teresa Woodard Chicago Tribune (TNS) Take a look around Bill Hendricks’ collection of 4,000
Steelers seek to stay on a roll vs. rival Ravens
Joe Flacco is out for the season with a knee injury, making this the first time since his rookie season in 2008 he’s missed a game against the Steelers.
Duke tops Indiana in overtime in Pinstripe Bowl
Former Mineral Ridge RB Devine Redding led Indiana with 227 yards.
Virginia Tech wins Independence Bowl in Beamer’s finale
Frank Beamer finished with a 238-121-2 record at Virginia Tech over 29 seasons.
Holliday in St. Pete pays off for Herd
Freshman Chase Litton had a helping hand in leading Marshall to a third straight 10-plus win season.
ON THE ALLEYS: Area Bowling scores
AMRON LANES SRI Investment Seniors (12-16) — Bob Gresh 290-696, Carl Cramer 267-667, Neil
Warriors’ Curry AP’s Male Athlete of the Year
Curry finished first in a vote by U.S. editors and news directors, with the results released Saturday.
publishers weekly best-sellers
publishers weekly best-sellers For the week ending Dec. 20 HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Rogue
Ending crude-oil export ban is good, but more needs done
Opinion: By Joseph R. MASON The Philadelphia Inquirer Last week Congress passed legislation lifting the
Caliphate is doing well, IS leader says
Associated Press BEIRUT The Islamic State group on Saturday released a new message purportedly
Looking back at Valley’s top stories of 2015
Opinion: Closing out 2015 this week means a look back at the news that made our year. We start that look
Travel in 2016
By BETH J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor Rio and Cuba. The Pope’s Year of Mercy and artist Christo’s
Industry picks
Industry picks Where to go in 2016 Here’s a look at some recommendations for where to go in 2016
The top five Broadway shows in 2015, according to the Broadway League, with box office gross, as of
The top five Broadway shows in 2015, according to the Broadway League, with box office gross, as of
Woman accidentally killed by police officer
Associated Press CHICAGO A Chicago police officer shot and killed two people early Saturday
Graham might matter a little now
Opinion: By Jonathan Bernstein Bloomberg View One more time: Winnowing works. Sen. Lindsey Graham dropped
For returns, some stores are naughty, some nice
Shopping for other people is difficult, says Consumer Reports. That’s why it’s important to pay
Political stench of 2015
Opinion: The rotting fish in Mill Creek Park’s Lake Newport in June were the manifestation of a major
Report: 2016 political ads have been mostly positive
Bloomberg News (TNS) WASHINGTON Although the front-runner for the 2016 Republican presidential
Juveniles do not deserve indiscriminate shackling
Opinion: Juveniles do not deserve indiscriminate shackling The Supreme Court of Ohio should be commended
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Anthony Glista v. JP Morgan Chase, personal injury.
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Trumbull County Board of Elections, 3:30 p.m., special meeting, board offices,
Youngstown Plan battles aren’t about the students
Editorial: By any objective measure, the Youngstown City School District has hit rock bottom academically and
Top rebel’s death deals setback to Syrian opposition
Associated Press BEIRUT The assassination of a top Syrian rebel commander who led one of the
Death toll from storm in Southeast rises to 18
Associated Press BIRMINGHAM, Ala. The death toll in the Southeast climbed to 18 on Saturday
Officials: Fire at mosque is suspicious
Associated Press HOUSTON A fire at a Houston mosque is suspicious and may have been
YEARS AGO
Today is Sunday, Dec. 27, the 361st day of 2015. There are four days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
AWARDS Three local Allstate agency owners received the “Allstate Agency Hands in the Community
Television Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels Q. Why did they take “Wicked City” off? I need something to keep my heart
New strategies for Cedar Fair
New strategies for Cedar Fair TOLEDO One of the nation’s biggest amusement-park chains is
NEWSMAKERS
hPowder horn believed to belong to Founding Father up for auction TRENTON, N.J. A New Jersey
Tornadoes sweep through Dallas area
Associated Press SAN ANTONIO Tornadoes swept through the Dallas area after dark Saturday evening
BUSINESS DIGEST || Safety managers present OSHA topics
Safety managers present OSHA topics YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have
Week of December 27, 2015
Janice M. Petolla to Dinosaur Properties LLC, New Road, Youngstown, $29,900. Richard E. Gaum et al
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
up for adoption
Go online to angelsforanimals.org or call 330-549-1111 for more information. Name: Charles Info:
Think before taking photos of kids bathing
Tribune News Service Q. My 7-year-old recently had his 9-year-old friend over to spend the night.
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Huskies complete a strong finish with win
Chris Petersen’s young Washington team grew up late this season, closing with a victory Saturday in the Heart of Dallas Bowl for a winning record.
Area notices
Area notices BASEBALL Thiel College Winter Baseball Camp — will take place Jan. 17, 24 and 31
Redskins clinch NFL East title
Kirk Cousins threw four touchdown passes and had a season-high 365 yards.
WSU turns El Paso into Cougar Town with Sun Bowl win
Washington State’s defense saved the Cougars in the snowy Sun Bowl.
Crosby, Letang return in Pens’ win
idney Crosby had a goal and an assist in his return after a one-game absence for a lower-body injury.
Saturday, December 26 (54 stories)
Kwanzaa gets underway tonight at New Bethel
Umoja (unity), the first of several events for Kwanzaa, an African-American cultural celebration aimed at empowering the black community, got underway Saturday at New Bethel Baptist Church.
Woman hits wrong pedal, crashes into post office
A Campbell woman, Mary Ann Slanina, 75, accidently hit the gas pedal instead of the brake of her vehicle in the parking lot of the U.S. Post Office, 220 12th St., and crashed into the side of the building at about 10:10 a.m. Saturday.
Warriors defeat Cavaliers in Finals rematch
Even when all those long-range shots aren’t falling like usual, the defending-champion Golden State Warriors showed they are quite comfortable grinding out wins.
Schiavoni, CSB back raising emancipation age for foster kids
Children Services officials want the Ohio Senate to pass a bill to raise the emancipation age for foster youth from 18 to 21.
Help foster youth soon, young Austintown man urges Ohio Senate
Gabriel Young wants Ohio senators to raise the age of emancipation for foster youth from 18 to 21.
Friendship with APD officer helped to propel man to upper levels of FBI
Clark used his background to do more than just succeed.
SPORTS DIGEST || Lovejoy confident Sullivan can succeed
The Pittsburgh Penguins seem confident that Sullivan can — no, will — help them to salvage their season in the 49 games that remain.
Questions arise over inmate checks leading to Struthers jail hanging
Struthers police found a 43-year-old man hanging in his cell following September disorderly conduct arrest.
State grant will help students earn college credit in high school
A $1 million state grant aims to increase the number of Northeast Ohio students who earn college credit while still in high school.
Valley man appears in scene in film
Staff report Jay Nagy of Warren went to a “Concussion” filming session in Pittsburgh in hopes of
METRO DIGEST || Warner Bros. museum seeks volunteers
Volunteers needed at Warner Brothers NEW CASTLE, PA. The Warner Cascade Theatre Museum is having
Annual holiday dinner serves helpings of hope
Betzaida Laguer shares a funny moment with her son, Jondel Estrada, 9, of Youngstown during the Youngstown Community Food Center Inc. and Gleaners Food Bank’s 25th annual Christmas dinner Friday at St. Patrick Church.
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Saturday, Dec. 26, the 360th day of 2015. There are five days left in the year.
Sage lessons of Kwanzaa needed now more than ever
Editorial: Has Kwanzaa lost its soul? Judging by polls that show interest waning in the weeklong African-
Just 2 states say National Guard could house immigrant children
By ANDREW WELSH-HUGGINS Associated Press COLUMBUS Only two states say their National Guard
latest LINE
latest LINE NFL FavoritePointsUnderdog PHILADELPHIA3Washington Sunday MINNESOTA6NY Giants
Alabama tornado adds to Christmas weather woes
Associated Press BIRMINGHAM, Ala. A Christmastime wave of severe weather continued Friday as a
Austintown house fire displaces family of 8
Staff report AUSTINTOWN Eight family members escaped a house fire on Lake Road on Christmas Eve.
birthdays
birthdays Actor Donald Moffat (“Clear and Present Danger”) is 85. Actor Caroll Spinney (Big Bird
STATE DIGEST: 3 killed in Columbus shootings; pedestrian killed on interstate
3 die in Columbus Christmas shootings COLUMBUS Columbus police say three people have been
sunday news shows
sunday news shows Guest lineups Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”:
2 killed in state Route 5 collision
Staff report RAVENNA Two people were killed in an accident at about 2:30 p.m. Friday on state
‘Exhale’ breathed life into genre
By Susan King Tribune News Service It was an unlikely hit – a comedy-drama about four African-
Kasich’s future unclear
Opinion: COLUMBUS Ohio voters head into a new year with so many questions about their next president and
The five top-selling albums of 2015, according to iTunes.
The five top-selling albums of 2015, according to iTunes. v Adele: “25” v Drake: “If You’re
Social media accelerate cycle of denunciation and backlash
Opinion: By Noah Berlatsky Los Angeles Times Outrage over outrage over outrage is the new outrage over
new year’s eve and new year’s day services at area churches
Here is a listing of services at area churches for New Year’s Eve, Thursday, Dec. 31, and Friday,
Tanker-truck fire kills more than 100
Associated Press ABUJA, Nigeria A gas tanker truck ignited an inferno at a crowded industrial
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE/TODAY’S ENTRIES
POST Time: 12:45P.M. First Race - Purse $25,300, Allowance, 3 yo’s & up, Six Furlongs. Awesome
Send newsletter to the Religion desk
Send newsletter to the Religion desk All churches, synagogues, mosques and ministries are invited
CATS UP FOR ADOPTION
How to adopt: Call West Side Cats at 330-792-4228. Visit them at the shelter at 2217 Mahoning Ave.,
syria Top rebel killed in airstrike
Associated Press BEIRUT An airstrike near the Syrian capital Friday killed top rebel commander
voices of faith q & a
The Kansas City Star (TNS) Q. If you could celebrate Christmas in a different country, what would
Obama: Never take troops for granted
Obama: Never take troops for granted KANEOHE BAY, Hawaii President Barack Obama says “we never
On Muslims, Dems find ally in George W. Bush
Associated Press WASHINGTON Taunted by Republicans to declare war on “radical Islamic
Economic-development manual offered
Associated Press COLUMBUS A manual from Ohio’s attorney general aims to give businesses, local
Firefighters help stranded Santa after car catches fire
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY A stranded Santa Claus whose car caught fire Christmas morning
college football
college football Bowl Glance Dec. 19 Celebration Bowl Atlanta NC A&T 41, Alcorn State
Detroit exit possible for two top Lions
Sunday’s home game could be last in Detroit for Stafford, Johnson
Friday, December 25 (94 stories)
After 21 foster homes and 1 failed adoption, Austintown man urges passage of bill
Gabriel Young wants the Ohio Senate to pass early next year a proposal to raise the age of emancipation for foster youths from 18 to 21, which cleared the Ohio House by a 91-2 vote Dec. 1.
State officials hoping to raise age of emancipation for foster kids
State Sen. Joseph Schiavoni and Mahoning County Children Services Board officials are urging enactment of state legislation that would raise the age of emancipation from 18 to 21 for those in foster care.
Struthers hire attorney to investigate jail suicide
The city has hired an attorney to investigate whether the police department followed proper procedures for checking on inmates in the hours leading up to the Sept. 10 suicide of a man arrested on a charge of disorderly conduct.
Annual Christmas dinner more than a meal for many in Valley
Betzaida Laguer shares a funny moment with her son, Jondel Estrada, 9, of Youngstown during the Youngstown Community Food Center Inc. and Gleaners Food Bank’s 25th annual Christmas dinner Friday at St. Patrick Church.
Extraordinary friend is example of what this country needs, Austintown cop says
A 30-year friendship between Robert Clark, assistant special agent in charge of the FBI Gang Unit in Los Angeles, and Don Corbett, former Austintown police officer, helped turn a security guard into a successful FBI agent, a volunteer for disadvantaged kids and a selfless person giving his all to make his surroundings a better place.
New coffee bar gives Fitch students their daily pick-me-up
High School students finally got to savor a cup of their favorite coffee at The Common Grounds, the school’s new coffee bar.
State grant aims to increase students earning college credit in high school
A $1 million state grant aims to increase the number of Northeast Ohio students who earn college credit while still in high school.
Poland senior named YWCA Bright Woman
Katherine Landry, a senior at Poland Seminary High School, was surprised – but delighted – to learn last month that school staff members and administrators had taken note of her hard work and talent.
2 killed in Route 5 crash today
Two people were killed in an accident at about 2:30 p.m. Friday on state Route 5 in Paris Township in Portage County near the Trumbull County border.
Christmas Eve blaze expected to be accidental
Eight family members escaped a house fire on Lake Road on Christmas Eve.
First contracts approved for sewer projects
Approved contracts part of the city’s long-term sewer-overflow control plan
A Wish Fulfilled
Darlene Fitzgerald, 61, of Youngstown teared up as she savored the first manicure and spa treatments of her life.
School board president’s commission appointee is a teacher, attorney says
The magistrate focused myopically on job title rather than job substance, objection contends
Colbert has praise for Trump
Associated Press NEW YORK Stephen Colbert may not respect much of what Donald Trump says, but he
Police: Man ran 22 stop signs in chase
Police reports said a man who led officers on a chase late Wednesday evening on the South Side ran at least 22 stop signs.
Austintown hosts 29th annual Tree Lighting
On Dec. 3, Austintown had its 29th annual Christmas Tree Lighting at the Austintown Fire Department
Man accused of setting self, house on fire
The man accused of trying to set his ex-girlfriend and his home on fire the day before Thanksgiving was arraigned Thursday in municipal court.
Chiefs’ Smith showing Manziel path to success
Hailed as a savior, former 49ers QB struggled at start
SPORTS digest
Boldin says he wants to return to 49ers SANTA CLARA, Calif. If Anquan Boldin makes one catch in
oddly enough
oddly enough Siberia’s novel reward for shedding the pounds: coal MOSCOW Shedding the pounds
Powerful Spartan
Michigan State football team has faith that Hubbard’s LJ Scott deserves big carries
At least 11 killed by tornadoes in South
Associated Press ASHLAND, Miss. Instead of doing some last-minute shopping or wrapping gifts,
CLUB CALENDAR
POLITICAL CLUBS Girard Men’s Democrat Club will meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Parkwood Youth
US stocks drift to mixed close in quiet pre-holiday trade
US stocks drift to mixed close in quiet pre-holiday trade NEW YORK Stocks closed slightly lower
YEARS AGO
Today is Friday, Dec. 25, the 359th day of 2015. There are six days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Violence dampens Christmas in Bethlehem
Associated Press BETHLEHEM, West Bank Christian faithful from around the world on Thursday
College rescinds Cosby’s honorary degree
Associated Press OBERLIN, Ohio A liberal arts college in Ohio has rescinded an honorary degree
Christmas brings joy to those whose lives are often joyless
Opinion: By Sally Friedman The Philadelphia Inquirer The tree is up in the lobby. This year, it’s a
Jesus is still one of a kind
Opinion: By Robert J. HUTCHINSON The Philadelphia Inquirer In the midst of the annual battles over how a
This horse-drawn carriage carries family’s tradition
BY TAYLOR DUNGJEN The (Toledo) Blade TOLEDO Somewhere along the way, a kid might catch a
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Here are the top five selling songs of 2015, according to iTunes:
Here are the top five selling songs of 2015, according to iTunes: v “Uptown Funk”: Mark Ronson,
‘Daddy’s Home’ Surprisingly sweet, funny Ferrell film
REVIEW ‘DADDY’S HOME’ Grade: B 3 stars out of 4 Rating: PG-13 for thematic elements, crude
Young fire survivor shares Christmas cheer in shelters
By MARY ESCH Associated Press ROTTERDAM, N.Y. An 8-year-old girl who lost her father and
Facing a tough time in school, Ohio boy gets help from new pals in Kansas
By BRYAN HORWATH The Wichita Eagle WICHITA, Kan. When Austin Osner made a Christmas wish
Paige Donatelli-Shaw v Patrick Collins
LOWELLVILLE The Rev. John Jerek officiated the 1 p.m. Sept. 12 wedding of Paige Donatelli-Shaw and
Melissa Shipley, Larry Koch are engaged
BOARDMAN Melissa Shipley and Larry Koch of Boardman are announcing their engagement.
Canfield Community Briefs
Chicken dinner to be Jan. 7 Western Reserve United Methodist Church, located at 4580 Canfield Road
Taylor Erdel to be bride of David Lewis
Taylor Nicole Erdel of Poland and David Randall Lewis of Boardman are engaged and planning a Jan.
CVMS students honor veterans
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield Village Middle School eighth-grade students honored
Embassies warn of threats in Beijing
Embassies warn of threats in Beijing BEIJING Beijing police tightened security around a bar and
Canfield boys basketball players introduced at rally
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com To kick off the boys Canfield basketball season, a Meet the
Canfield speech and debate team places first at South Range
The Canfield speech and debate team competed at South Range on Dec. 5. Approximately 375 students
Children ‘Lego My Library’ at Boardman event
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Boardman library hosts a Lego My Library
Christmas past in Valley
Editorial: Charles Dickens’ classic “Christmas Carol” evokes a kaleidoscope of sentiments, many of which
Tests do not identify which officer fired fatal gunshots at Southington man
The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation was unable to positively identify which gun fired by two deputies with the Trumbull County Sheriff’s office hit and killed a Southington man last July.
Mortgage rate declines after rise in interest rates
Associated Press WASHINGTON What Fed rate increase? One week after the Federal Reserve raised
Youngstown churches schedule community Kwanzaa celebration
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A community Kwanzaa celebration is planned at Youngstown churches for
Appeals court upholds treatment in lieu of conviction for former Warren paralegal
The 11th District Court of Appeals upheld a decision by a Trumbull County Common Pleas Court judge
Ohio mom helped by repo man gets more presents
Associated Press GARFIELD HEIGHTS, Ohio Two weeks after a man went to repossess a car and ended
Children’s tablets ‘grow up’
Associated Press NEW YORK Kiddie tablets have grown up. Tablets designed just for kids are
Christmas What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed for Christmas.
Man accused of fleeing through restaurant window remains behind bars
Anthony J. McClintock, 28, remains in the Trumbull County jail without eligibility to make bond.
Ohio dog missing for 3 years is found in Michigan
Associated Press COLUMBUS A Yorkshire terrier that disappeared out a doggy door at an Ohio home
Niles police investigate two robberies near Eastwood Mall Wednesday
A man was arrested and two people were injured, including a woman, 72, in two thefts in the Eastwood Mall area at around noon Wednesday.
1 killed in mall shooting
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. A long-standing dispute sparked a shooting at a crowded North
Officials to meet, determine discipline
Officials to meet, determine discipline NILES Niles Mayor Ralph Infante, Service Director Neil
Bystanders help police nab two Cleveland-area women accused of $10,000 shoplifting spree
Two Cleveland-area women were arrested Tuesday night at the Eastwood Mall after alert bystanders called 911 after seeing them purportedly shoplifting $700 in jackets from the Dicks Sporting Goods store.
The First Christmas
AND IT CAME TO PASS IN THOSE days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the
Valley community showed strong support at walk
Opinion: Valley community showed strong support at walk On Oct. 10 of this year, people from surrounding
Restaurant brings touch of Japan to Boardman
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Fushimi Sushi Bar and Restaurant opened its
Dogs paw their way to students’ hearts
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Four high school students at Austintown Fitch
Canfield Sports Briefs
Send Neighbors your news If you’re a winter sports coach or the parent of an athlete, we need your
Future business leaders shoot for success
The Covelli Centre hosted the “Get Schooled” event for schools across the area on Dec. 1.
Canfield speech and debate team places at three tournaments
The Canfield speech and debate team competed at three venues the weekend of Dec. 12. “It was one
West Boulevard prepares for holiday season
Santa’s Workshop and other events were open to the students and families of West Boulevard Elementary during the week of Nov. 30 through Dec. 4.
Pure Cycle raises pancreatic cancer awareness
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Pure Cycle Spinning Studio had its second annual Turn It
Courtney Turnbull v Patrick Todd
YOUNGSTOWN Courtney Turnbull became the bride of Patrick Todd at 2 p.m. Aug. 15 during a ceremony
Speech and debate places second at two tournaments
Part of the Canfield Speech and Debate Team competed at the Chagrin Falls-Solon Tournament on Nov.
CHC second-graders celebrate grandparents
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com C.H. Campbell Elementary School second-grade students
Christmas comes early at Lanterman’s Mill
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Lanterman’s Mill hosted an Olde Fashioned
Hilltop Elementary students enjoy STEM Week
Students at Hilltop Elementary School participated in STEM Week at the school Nov. 16-20.
American Legion Post 177 participates in Veterans Day activities
On Nov. 11, members of American Legion Post 177 in Canfield participated in several area activities
Boardman Community Briefs
BHS students earn technology grant Boardman High School’s business and technology department was
Dec. 9
Dec. 9 Bad check: While answering a complaint about someone trying to cash a fraudulent check at
Poland honors veterans with wreath ceremony
The Poland Cemetery hosted a Wreath Ceremony on Dec. 12 for the Wreaths Across America event. The event was hosted by the Poland Village Hine Fund.
Poland announces new football coach
The Poland Local School District Board of Education approved Ryan Williams as the new football coach
Poland Sports Briefs
Poland Boosters Basketball Tournament The Poland Boosters Basketball Tournament for boys and girls
Poland Community Briefs
Read, rap and snack Join the Poland library teen book club. For the January meeting on Jan. 12 at
Thursday, December 24 (72 stories)
Police search for driver after SUV roll over on I-680
Police search for driver after SUV roll over on I-680
Attorney files objection to order than Kimble appoint teach to commission
Attorney files objection to order than Kimble appoint teach to commission
City OKs $4M in contracts to launch sewer overhaul
City OKs $4M in contracts to launch sewer overhaul
Theft might be a case for CHiPS to investigate ...
Theft might be a case for CHiPS to investigate ...
Valley promoter tries to cope with death of 19-year-old Michigan boxer
'My heart hurts; this is terrible,' Jack Loew said during Wednesday's press conference.
Holiday spirit prevails as shoppers still hit stores for right gift
There’s something special about going in search of the perfect gift, finding it and wrapping it.
Mukaabya scores 18 as Fitch dominates Struthers
The Falcons (4-4) raced out to a 23-11 first quarter lead and led 40-20 at the half.
Dad arraigned for injuries inflicted on baby son
A South Garland Avenue man is in the Mahoning County jail on $35,000 bond after his arraignment Wednesday in municipal court on charges that he inflicted injuries on a 2-month-old boy so severe the child is now on life support.
SPORTS DIGEST || Suspension upheld for Odell Beckham Jr.
Odell Beckham Jr. is going to have to serve his one-game suspension.
Youngstown woman gets probation in day-care death
A Mahoning County Common Pleas courtroom was filled with tears and sobs as the former operator of an East Side day care was sentenced to three years’ probation for the January death of an infant in her care.
Hundreds savor Family Mission's free Christmas meal in Warren
More than 1,000 people were expected to receive the free Community Christmas Meal.
Prep Roundup: More girls basketball
Howland 75, Lakeside 37 HOWLAND Victoria Rappach nailed eight three pointers in a 26-point
Trans-Siberian Orchestra takes a more traditional approach Always EVOLVING
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Perhaps you’ve heard that this holiday season there’s a
Turbo Lovers get revved up to rock
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Turbo Lovers had been trying to finish their
Milton church members create shining Nativity for season of light
The end result makes the hours of unpacking Christmas items, decorating trees, arranging poinsettias, fluffing greenery and positioning the Nativity set worthwhile.
Powers replaces stage rigging
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Symphony Society recently was awarded a $20,000 grant
Youngstown panel considers nearly $4 million for sewer plant improvements
The services provided in two contracts are early steps in the long-term sewer overflow control plan
Struthers council honors member for 26 years of service
Officials honored Ronald Mathews, Struthers’ longest serving lawmaker, Wednesday night during his final city council meeting before his retirement.
Beware credit-card skimmers
Most of the thievery takes place at gas pumps, said Columbiana County Auditor Nancy Milliken
In Youngstown, Santa’s helpers sometimes dress in blue
Jamera Willis, 10, reacts as Santa shows up at her home Wednesday with gifts supplied by the Youngstown Community Police Unit, donated by members of the community. Officer Shawna-Cie Ott holds the door open.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Truck driver indicted in crash that hurt comic Tracy Morgan NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. A
Actor from the Valley rewrote the ending of a life turned tragic
Jonathan Eldell messaged me the other day. The Warren native and actor was home for the holidays and
birthdays
birthdays Singer-bassist Lemmy of Motorhead is 70. Actor Clarence Gilyard (“Walker, Texas Ranger”)
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “A Man For All Seasons” by Robert Bolt, directed by Gerri Jenkins, Victorian
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Attacks kill at least 15 in Iraq
Associated Press BAGHDAD A wave of attacks across Iraq killed at least 15 civilians Wednesday as
Winter Celebration: The Forest
Winter Celebration: The Forest When: Through Jan. 3 What: Enjoy a stroll through a reimagined
Browns coach understands NFL is bottom-line business
Coach Mike Pettine appreciates the support from Johnny Manziel and other key veterans.
METRO DIGEST || Man charged with child endangering
Man charged with child endangering NEW MIDDLETOWN Police said they found a 3-year-old child
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Nicholas G. Gordon, 24, of 123 S. Belle Vista Ave.,
NIGHTLIFE
Barrel Run Crossing Winery and Vineyard, 3272 Industry Road, Rootstown; 330-325-1075 Sat: Jim
Frankincense and myrrh: Gifts fit for a king
By Marilyn McKinley OSU master gardener volunteer The story about the Three Wise Men bringing
Recycle your live tree
Recycle your live tree As the needles begin to fall more next week, use the opportunity to recycle
Steelers’ DeCastro headed for Pro Bowl
David DeCastro’s injury-filled rookie season is a distant memory.
What leftovers can you save?
There are always leftovers after a holiday meal. Learn more about what to save
Airlines prep for holiday crush with more flights
Associated Press DALLAS Airlines are shifting the timing of thousands of flights, even adding
“A Christmas Story” marathon (8 p.m., TBS): We triple-dog dare you to watch all 24 hours
“A Christmas Story” marathon (8 p.m., TBS): We triple-dog dare you to watch all 24 hours of the “A
A joyous message for Christmas
Opinion: By Paul F. MORRISSEY The Philadelphia Inquirer On Christmas Eve, my brothers and sisters and I
New Rogers Jewelers
New Rogers Jewelers NILES Rogers Jewelers opens a new location in Eastwood Mall, 5555
Shooting case stalled for mental exam
Shooting case stalled for mental exam COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. The case against the man who
POLICE CALLS IN GIRARD, LIBERTY, HUBBARD,
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD Dec.
Cleveland judge agrees to step down
Associated Press CLEVELAND A Cleveland municipal court judge who was accused of mistreating
Cops: Man killed robber, brother and housemate
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A former juvenile delinquent fatally shot an armed robber who broke
Political left still meddles
Opinion: The political left has been trying to run other people’s lives for centuries. So we should not be
8th death from Takata air-bag blast was in western Pa.
The victim is a 13-year-old driver from Grove City, Pa., who died a few days after a July car crash in Findley Township, Mercer County.
Years ago
years ago Today is Thursday, Dec. 24, the 358th day of 2015. There are seven days left in the
Chipotle tweaks cooking after E. coli outbreak tied to chain
Associated Press NEW YORK After an E. coli outbreak that sickened more than 50 people, Chipotle
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK The Big Short (R) sssss Adam McKay, with the help of Christian Bale, Steve
‘Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus,’ Sun says
Editorial: EDITOR’S NOTE: The following editorial, among the most famous ever written, appeared in The New
New rules set for charter schools in Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s troubled evaluation system for charter school sponsors would be
Police arrest several as protests block Minneapolis airport access
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS Protesters blocked access to a terminal and caused significant
Christmas What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Jason Jones and Joanne Stomprude, Youngstown, girl, Dec.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1210.190.63 Aqua America, .71
Things are looking up at Port Columbus Airport
Opinion: Columbus Dispatch: Like people, cities get only one chance to make a first impression. So it’s good
Afghan troops rushed to area under attack by Taliban
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan The Afghan military has rushed reinforcements to a southern
Trans-Pacific trade pact is a scam
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Last spring, President Barack Obama got downright crabby about
Energy stocks lead market gain as oil prices increase
Associated Press NEW YORK Stocks advanced for a third-straight day Wednesday, once again helped
Warmer winter opens buds
Q. Will the warm temps have adverse effects on plants like magnolias and daylilies and spring
Mahoning Valley Race Course
Mahoning Valley Race Course WednesdaY’s results RACE 1 $10,000 - 3 yo’s & up, 1 1/16M, CLM
oddly enough
oddly enough Police use dating app to catch man accused of phone theft LAFAYETTE, La. Police
McNichols, Boise State crush Northern Illinois
Jeremy McNichols scored three touchdowns, the first one just 58 seconds into the game, and finished with 189 total yards.
Winter feeding can cure your blues – and theirs For the birds
By Sara Scudier Ohio certified volunteer naturalist Backyard bird watching can be a cure for the
Upshaw’s four TDs lift Georgia South over BGSU in rout
Favian Upshaw ran for 199 yards and four touchdowns to help Georgia Southern beat Bowling Green 58-27 in the GoDaddy Bowl on Wednesday night.
Wednesday, December 23 (87 stories)
Youngstown council to vote on contracts for $147M sewer plant upgrade Thursday
The city’s board of control this morning is expected to approve initial contracts for the first phase of the long-term $147 million sewer-overflow control plan.
Boxing promotor Loew distraught after deadly fight; victor speaks to opponent's dad
Jack Loew doesn’t hold anyone responsible for the death of 19-year-old boxer Hamzah Ajahmi.
Youngstown cops brighten Christmas for local kids in need
When Hilda Rodriguez was told by city police officer Shawna-Cie Ott her children would be given gifts this Christmas, she thought it was a prank.
Still searching for that perfect gift? You're not alone
There’s something special about going in search of the perfect gift, finding it and wrapping it.
Warren Family mission expected to serve more than 1,000 today
More than 1,000 people were expected to pass through the doors of the Warren Family Mission on Tod Avenue Northwest on Wednesday for the free Community Christmas Meal.
Dad admits he shook baby, now on life support, cops say
A South Garland Avenue man is in the Mahoning County jail on $35,000 bond after his arraignment Wednesday in municipal court on charges that he inflicted injuries on a 2-month-old boy so severe the child is now on life support.
At St. Catherine's midnight Mass you'll be star-struck
The end result makes the hours of unpacking Christmas items, decorating trees, arranging poinsettias, fluffing greenery and positioning the Nativity set worthwhile.
Woman arraigned in deadly Vegas Strip crash; no plea entered
Woman arraigned in deadly Vegas Strip crash; no plea entered
Police investigating burglary at Struthers Mini Mart
Police investigating burglary at Struthers Mini Mart
8th US death due to Takata air bag explosion identified
8th US death due to Takata air bag explosion identified
Organizers expect hundreds at Mall of America protest
Organizers expect hundreds at Mall of America protest
Grand jury indicts truck driver in Tracy Morgan crash
Grand jury indicts truck driver in Tracy Morgan crash
Energy stocks lead a market gain as oil price climbs
Energy stocks lead a market gain as oil price climbs
Dispute over Ohio’s voting rules in hands of federal judge
Dispute over Ohio’s voting rules in hands of federal judge
Airlines prep for holiday crush: More flights, bigger planes
Airlines prep for holiday crush: More flights, bigger planes
Cleveland company sells 2 mines in Alabama, West Virginia
Cleveland company sells 2 mines in Alabama, West Virginia
Loew to address media on boxer's death
Detroit boxer Hamzah Ajahmi died Tuesday after being injured Saturday night.
US blocks UK Muslim family from boarding plane to Disneyland
US blocks UK Muslim family from boarding plane to Disneyland
Firefighter may lose $78K job for shoplifting $7.98 in items
Firefighter may lose $78K job for shoplifting $7.98 in items
Signatures submitted in Ohio ’drug price relief’ proposal
Signatures submitted in Ohio ’drug price relief’ proposal
Sheriff: Teen dies in mobile home fire in western Ohio
Sheriff: Teen dies in mobile home fire in western Ohio
House donation is ‘a Christmas miracle’
The late Albert Gilchrist Jr. of New Middletown donated his $175,000 house to Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning Valley.
Poland escapes Fitch to remain perfect this year
Nick Buccieri stole an inbounds pass and hit two foul shots to win it for Poland.
Valley sees high number of layoffs this year
Layoffs up and unemployment rate slightly up in the Valley.
Detroit fighter Ajahmi dies
Hamzah Ajahmi, a Detroit native, underwent brain surgery after Saturday night’s fight against Anthony Taylor of Warren.
Niles boy being tried for murder arraigned in common pleas court
Jacob Larosa, 16, of Lafayette Avenue in Niles, pleaded not guilty Tuesday to aggravated murder and other charges in the death of his elderly neighbor
Youngstown BOE approves Stohla’s 6-month extension
Stephen Stohla will remain in the post through June 30.
Defense, board work power Girard over Niles
In this season of giving, Girard’s boys basketball team was more in the spirit of denying.
Prosecutor’s office clears officers in killing of Southington man
The Trumbull County Prosecutor’s Office has cleared deputies with the Trumbull County Sheriff’s Office and Braceville Police Department of any wrongdoing in the officer-involved shooting death of Charles D. Crandall, 76, in a gunfight at Crandall’s Southington home July 14.
SPORTS DIGEST || Covelli Centre to host basketball games
The Covelli Centre will be the site for the 5th annual Lariccia’s See Them Rise high school basketball showcase on Jan. 23-24.
Holiday gift guide Last-minute idea: Streaming channels
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES Looking for a holiday present that’s a perfect
Final scene nears for famed Hollywood junkyard
By JOHN ROGERS Associated Press LOS ANGELES It’s not just a junkyard – or even a really big
Austintown parrot who flew coop home for holidays
Keiko’s owner feared the cold wind and icy rain over the weekend would confuse the tropical bird.
More prep results from Tuesday
BOYS BASKETBALL Akron Manchester 72, Lakeview 56 CORTLAND Jojo France scored a game-high 36
Be your own little voice, magistrate tells 4th-graders
Magistrate Anthony D'Apolito wrapped up government week with a lesson in morality.
Ohio Auditor’s Office places Newton Falls on unauditable list
Incomplete financial records prompted Auditor of State Dave Yost to place the Village of Newton Falls on the ‘unauditable’ list.
Ohio records more than 1,000 traffic deaths this year
It is the second time in six years Ohio has recorded more than 1,000 fatal car accidents
Ditzler’s primary opponent disqualified
E. Richard Berger was disqualified from the March 15 primary because he had too few valid petition signatures.
Each Kirkmere student received a gift
Principal Misha Scott said the goal is to ensure that each student gets at least one Christmas gift
Kasich talks about redistricting, other issues as year ends
The governor met with reporters to discuss several issues as 2015 winds down
Hubbard children's choir at St. Pat's Christmas Eve
Members of the children’s choir at St. Patrick Church in Hubbard hold candles as they walk down the aisle during a practice for Christmas Eve Mass. The third- through eighth-graders will sing at Thursday’s 4 p.m. service.
Chicago police shooting revealing
Opinion: By David A. LOVE Tribune News Service The shooting of a black teen by a white Chicago police
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
SATURDAY North Lima Mennonite Church, 90 Mennonite Drive, will serve an all-you-can-eat breakfast
Christmas | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
For all your gift-giving needs — The best food books of 2015
By J.M. HIRSCH AP Food Editor Have you ordered your copy of the latest five-ingredient-paleo-
Values for your holiday wine
Values for your holiday wine If you’re having a full house this year, you’ll need lots of wine.
Food:30 finale for 2015
Food:30 finale for 2015 Golden Rye Grille is known for its delicious homemade soups, burgers,
Barrel33 Small plates, BIG FLAVOR
IF YOU GO Where: Barrel33 Address: 8208 E. Market St., Warren Phone: 330-395-9463 Web:
Stein, Akron get their kicks in Boise
Robert Stein made three field goals in leading Akron to a 23-21 victory over Utah State in the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl.
oddly enough
oddly enough Man faces threat charge over ‘Star Wars’ spoiler HELENA, Mont. A Montana man is
REGIONAL COLLEGE BASKETBALL | Tuesday’s games
Ohio State 64, Mercer 44 COLUMBUS JaQuan Lyle scored 12 of 18 points in the second half when
Governor removes names of clerks from licenses
Governor removes names of clerks from licenses FRANKFORT, Ky. Kentucky Republican Gov. Matt
Record Reviews
R. Kelly Album: “The Buffet” Grade: B- R. Kelly contends he wrote 462 songs for his 13th album
METRO DIGEST || Free holiday dinner Sunday
Holiday dinner Sunday YOUNGSTOWN Conroy’s Party Shop, 3518 South Ave., will host a free holiday
Ford recalls older vehicles
Associated Press DEARBORN, Mich. Ford is recalling about 313,000 older large cars in North
Report: More young adults signing up for health care
Associated Press WASHINGTON Midway through sign-up season, more young adults are getting
Cruz trips in debate
Opinion: By Cynthia M. ALLEN Fort Worth Star-Telegram Whatever your feelings about Texas’ junior senator,
Seniors would gain from levy in Mahoning County
Editorial: Of the 88 counties in Ohio, 73 have a tax dedicated to funding services for senior citizens.
Christmas wishes for Washington
Opinion: By Ann McFeatters Tribune News Service WASHINGTON Dear, Washington, I wish you: A mug of
Expect lower returns in 2016, analysts say
Associated Press NEW YORK Investing is becoming more of a grind. Expect it to stay that way.
Elections board to review errors on several Trumbull candidates’ petitions
The elections board has referred the petitions of several candidates to the county prosecutor’s office.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Gregory and Mindy Gagliano, Hillsville, Pa., boy, Dec.
Urban gardeners receive donation
Urban gardeners receive donation YOUNGSTOWN The leaders of Youngstown Inner City Garden and
New York mall worker shot during attempted robbery
Associated Press GARDEN CITY, N.Y. Pandemonium erupted Tuesday at a Long Island mall filled
The movie “Joy” opens Friday in theaters. Here are five facts about the film, directed
The movie “Joy” opens Friday in theaters. Here are five facts about the film, directed by David O.
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Free on $5,000 bond
Free on $5,000 bond YOUNGSTOWN A 72-year-old Austintown man, who was indicted by the Mahoning
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS GOP debate edges Sunday night football NEW YORK The latest GOP debate edged out NFL
YEARS AGO
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Weather turned upside-down across US
Associated Press SEATTLE A weather pattern partly linked with El Nino has turned winter upside-
Judge drops order as Ohio backs off fetal-disposal rule
Associated Press COLUMBUS A federal judge has dropped his order that blocked Ohio officials from
Jailhouse death highlights lax police practices
Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas A Texas grand jury that declined to indict anyone over the
Growth lower than expected
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. economy grew at a slightly slower pace over the summer than
2 inmates die within 12 hours in Lake County jail
Associated Press CLEVELAND Two inmates died within 12 hours this week at a county jail east of
Toledo tames Temple in Candle’s debut as coach
Phillip Ely hit Cody Thompson with an 80-yard touchdown pass early in the fourth quarter.
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE TuesdaY’s results RACE 1 $8,600 - 3 yo’s & up, 1M, CLM $5,000 9
Tuesday, December 22 (88 stories)
Larosa pleads not guilty in first adult hearing in murder of elderly neighbor
Jacob Larosa, 16, of Lafayette Avenue in Niles, pleaded not guilty to aggravated murder and other charges in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court in the death of his elderly neighbor. I
Unemployment down in Valley, till now
The year started with many bright spots in the Mahoning Valley.
Sweetness of kids' voices to fill Christmas Eve service in Hubbard
The sweetness of children’s voices in a choir at St. Patrick Church is rivaled only by their enthusiastic participation.
Newton Falls has 90 days to produce records
Incomplete financial records prompted Auditor of State Dave Yost to place the Village of Newton Falls on the “unauditable” list.
Strangulation victim tells judge of lasting trauma before Thompson sentenced
A woman who was severely beaten in September in her Campbell home told a judge she slept with her daughter after the attack because she was afraid to be alone and she would call the jail repeatedly to make sure the man arrested for the crime was still there.
Kirkmere students get Christmas surprise on last day of school
Eyes widened and jaws dropped as Discovery at Kirkmere students filed into the school cafeteria Tuesday afternoon.
Youngstown BOE names assistant coach head football coach at East
Jerron Jenkins is the new head football coach of the East High School Panthers.
Clinton announces $2 billion effort to cure Alzheimer's
Clinton announces $2 billion effort to cure Alzheimer's
2 inmates in Ohio county jail found dead in 12-hour period
2 inmates in Ohio county jail found dead in 12-hour period
Mahoning Valley unemployment rises slightly in November
Mahoning Valley unemployment rises slightly in November
Amid rise in Ohio traffic deaths, safe holiday travel urged
Amid rise in Ohio traffic deaths, safe holiday travel urged
No injuries in accident involving Austintown school bus
No injuries in accident involving Austintown school bus
Ford recalls older large cars to fix headlight problem
Ford recalls older large cars to fix headlight problem
Judge drops order as Ohio backs off fetal disposal rule
Judge drops order as Ohio backs off fetal disposal rule
Trumbull deputy cleared of wrongdoing in summer fatal shooting
Trumbull deputy cleared of wrongdoing in summer fatal shooting
15 rural Ohio schools to share in $2M from timber sales
15 rural Ohio schools to share in $2M from timber sales
Larosa pleads not guilty to aggravated murder, other charges
Larosa pleads not guilty to aggravated murder, other charges
US stocks slightly higher as price of crude oil stabilizes
US stocks slightly higher as price of crude oil stabilizes
Sheriff: Teen brother, sister killed in Ohio traffic crash
Sheriff: Teen brother, sister killed in Ohio traffic crash
Ohio driver of car that killed woman inside house is charged
Ohio driver of car that killed woman inside house is charged
Judge convicts Toledo man of killing housemate at group home
Judge convicts Toledo man of killing housemate at group home
Ditzler primary opponent disqualified by election board
Ditzler primary opponent disqualified by election board
Raiders rally for 10-0 startto remain unbeaten
South Range’s Matisi earned his 400th career coaching victory
South Range approves resolution in Ferenchak v. South Range
This is the first step in moving forward and putting the students above all else
Hearing’s focus was validity of bite-mark evidence in Danny Lee Hill conviction
Hill, 48, watched by video from Chillicothe Correctional Institution on Monday.
Kids make cookies for Santa
Many had a lot of flour in their hair and they dove in to make cookies for Santa
Ohio arts groups tap Naffah and Ryan
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Two Mahoning Valley residents have been appointed to statewide arts
Boardman school board hires new superintendent
The new superintendent follows in the foot steps of his father
City markets vacant grocery store
The city wants the former Glenwood Avenue Bottom Dollar reopened as a grocery store.
Learning to walk again
Western Reserve Orthotics and Prosthetics Centre helps patient get braces to rebuild her quality of life.
‘The Big Short’ exposes the root of the 2008 financial crisis Humor and rage
By Katie Walsh Tribune News Service In adapting the 2010 financial crisis book “The Big Short:
Valley air base gets boost with firing-range funding
Editorial: In the overall scheme of things, the $9.4 million for a new indoor firing range at the Youngstown
Shippers rush to deliver gifts to millions
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. The humming is constant; a low-pitched drone from 155 miles of
Cops: Driver in Las Vegas crash had ‘stressful’ day
Associated Press LAS VEGAS A homeless woman accused of slamming a car carrying her 3-year-old
Tax break offered for those who donate to food banks
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown was in town Monday to announce his support for the bill
What the new screening guidelines for pediatrics mean Children’s checkups
Mayo Clinic News Network Mayo Clinic News Network The American Academy of Pediatrics recently
Birthdays
birthdays Actor Hector Elizondo is 79. Former TV anchor Diane Sawyer is 70. Guitarist Rick
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Christofor and Jessica Callahan, Pulaski, Pa., boy, Dec.
Free screenings
Free screenings CORTLAND Mercy Health Youngstown, formerly Humility of Mary Health Partners,
Man accused in Calif. massacre to remain jailed
Associated Press RIVERSIDE, Calif. The man accused of buying the assault rifles his longtime
Teen is charged with inducing panic
Teen is charged with inducing panic BOARDMAN Township police Friday arrested a suspect who they
Four caught with drugs while booked into jail over weekend
Fifth person arraigned for same charge for incident last week
Third slaying victim likely was home invasion gunman, cops say
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Police say a 16-year-old boy and 20-year-old woman were slain by a
Diabetes screenings boosted for overweight adults
By Michelle Andrews Kaiser Health News (TNS) More people who are overweight or obese may get
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Struthers City Council, caucus, 6:15 p.m., council caucus room; regular
Woman who failed to appear more than 25 time arraigned
Man arrested with her said they don't share the same attitude
Jury: No felony in woman’s jail death
Jury: No felony in woman’s jail death HEMPSTEAD, Texas A grand jury has decided no felony crime
You don’t have to pig out at the holidays
By Allie Shah Star Tribune (Minneapolis) The holiday season brings with it heightened emotions
US eases limits on gay blood donors
Associated Press WASHINGTON The nation’s three-decade-old ban on blood donations from gay and
prep roundup
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In partnership with the devil
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords As a raker of muck, it’s my job to root out the nefarious doings and
Facebook enables viewing of iPhone animated photos
Associated Press NEW YORK The latest iPhones come with the ability to turn still images into
Selected local stocks
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GOP still on the hunt
Opinion: Each of the Republican presidential candidates brings something good to the race for the GOP
DeWine: JPMorgan settles for $150M
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Live music performances on television shows this week include:
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US regulators slap BMW with $40M fine for safety violations
Associated Press DETROIT U.S. safety regulators have slapped German automaker BMW AG with a $40
Don’t give animals as presents
Opinion: By Lindsay Pollard-Post People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals No one in their right mind
Warren man arrested in Howland after chase
The police chief tackled the suspect, who was trying to get away after crashing into a fast-food restaurant
Ohio lawmakers question policies for truant students
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio lawmakers are questioning policies that suspend or expel a
Some cardiac-arrest victims ignore warning symptoms, study finds
Associated Press WASHINGTON Sudden cardiac arrest may not always be so sudden: New research
lebanon Trash disaster continues
Associated Press BEIRUT Lebanon’s trash-collection crisis, which set off huge protests this
YEARS AGO
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Miss Universe show, host apologize for crowning mix-up
Associated Press NEW YORK The Miss Universe pageant and host Steve Harvey doubled down on the
baltimore New trial date set for officer
Associated Press BALTIMORE A Baltimore judge scheduled a retrial date Monday after the mistrial
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NEWSMAKERS Bill Cosby sues model over drugging claim LOS ANGELES Bill Cosby sued supermodel
6 US troops killed in Taliban suicide attack
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan A suicide attacker rammed an explosives-laden motorcycle
Weathersfield police issue speed citations
Weathersfield police issue speed citations WEATHERSFIELD Monday was the first day for citations
Crisis Shelter selling lottery calendars
Crisis Shelter selling lottery calendars NEW CASTLE, PA. The Crisis Shelter of Lawrence County,
oddly enough
oddly enough Mystery donor drops annual $1,000 into Morgantown kettle MORGANTOWN, W.Va.
UAW brings charges against VW for refusing to bargain
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. The United Auto Workers is bringing charges against
Monday, December 21 (76 stories)
Mill Creek Park to open new impound lot in January
Mill Creek Park to open new impound lot in January
US Sen. Sherrod Brown backs bill that offers tax breaks for food bank donations
Brown backs bill that offers tax breaks for food bank donations
South Range school board votes to resolve open-meeting's case
South Range school board votes to resolve open-meeting's case
Thefts reported in Austintown, property later found nearby
Thefts reported in Austintown, property later found nearby
Traffic stop leads to additional charges when 19 bags of crack found in man's pants
Traffic stop leads to additional charges when 19 bags of crack found in man's pants
Coroner gives tentative ID to Boardman fire victim
Coroner gives tentative ID to Boardman fire victim
US troops killed near Bagram, Taliban insurgency intensifies
US troops killed near Bagram, Taliban insurgency intensifies
Sheriff: Driver told valet to call 911 after Vegas crash
Sheriff: Driver told valet to call 911 after Vegas crash
Buyer of guns used in California massacre appears in court
Buyer of guns used in California massacre appears in court
Obama: Trump exploiting blue-collar fears in campaign
Obama: Trump exploiting blue-collar fears in campaign
Judge could rule by January on new Danny Lee Hill trial
Judge could rule by January on new Danny Lee Hill trial
YSU sets planned power outages for Dec. 28 and Jan. 3
YSU sets planned power outages for Dec. 28 and Jan. 3
Republican Lindsey Graham drops out of presidential race
Republican Lindsey Graham drops out of presidential race
Video Game Review
‘Call of Duty: Black Ops III’ Grade: C+ Details: Activision, for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One,
Christmas gift guide BIG BOOKS are the best
By LEANNE ITALIE Associated Press NEW YORK Coffee table books are always great gifts for just
Prosecutor opposes parole for Niles rapist
Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins opposes parole for Randall L. Whitmore, 54, who has served 27 years for raping his daughter while she was between the ages of 5 and 7, raping one of his daughter’s friends and other sex crimes.
Participants take an educational winter hike through park
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN If you ask Bill Locketti about his favorite aspects
Holiday spirit abounds at neighborhood party
A floor-to-ceiling Christmas tree was surrounded by presents wrapped in brightly colored paper.
Austintown Exemplary award reflects exceptional staff
Colaluca is contributing to building future leaders
Matisi can earn earn victory No. 400 tonight
South Range girls head basketball coach Tony Matisi remembers his very first varsity win.
Steelers rally past Broncos
The Pittsburgh Steelers didn’t need to be reminded how badly they looked while falling behind Denver.
Irving’s return a boost for Cavaliers
KyrieIrving scored 12 points and played 17 minutes in his season debut and LeBron James had 23.
Wilson, Seahawks show Browns how it’s done
Cleveland had 80 yards on its first possession, but just 150 the remainder of the game.
The Jazz in the Park All-Stars are featured
Jazz musicians, instrumentalists and vocalists, are welcome to join in
Can 1 million women be wrong about happiness and life span?
Opinion: By Ed Diener, Sarah D. PRESSMAN and SONJA LYUBOMIRSKY Los Angeles Times Do happier people live
Cruz’s tax plan slippery
Opinion: It’s looking more and more as if Ted Cruz, the firebrand conservative from Texas, will be Donald
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Aurelian Tanase, 58, of 2345 Plaza Ave. NE, Apt. 101,
Sanders struggles to get edge over Clinton
By LISA LERER Associated Press MANCHESTER, N.H. The third Democratic presidential debate
Racially charged cases hang over major Ohio cities
Associated Press Volatile, racially sensitive questions of whether to charge police officers for
college basketball roundup
college basketball roundup Sunday’s other games TOP 25 MEN No. 25 UConn 88, UMass-Lowell 79
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, bag of
birthdays
birthdays Country singer Freddie Hart is 89. Talk-show host Phil Donahue is 80. Actress Jane
Repo man helps struggling mom, and others join in
By MICHAEL MCINTYRE Cleveland.com CLEVELAND Ten-year-old Ania answered the knock at her door
Air Force museum in Ohio has writing contest for students
Associated Press DAYTON Students can test whether they have the write stuff in the sixth annual
Experts: Jet crew dealt with bomb scare well
Associated Press The crude combination of a kitchen timer, paper and cardboard found in a lavatory
GOP looks for alternative way to repeal Affordable Care Act
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republican foes of President Barack Obama’s health care law may be
The top-five global concert tours, ranked by average-box-office gross per city. Includes the average
The top-five global concert tours, ranked by average-box-office gross per city. Includes the average
Valley house fires reinforce need for prevention attention
Editorial: Two house fires in Mahoning County within hours of each other last Wednesday morning in which two
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Monday, Dec. 21, the 355th day of 2015. There are 10 days left in the year.
Safety before style in autos
Opinion: Pittsburgh Post Gazette: Foreign and domestic car companies spend hundreds of millions of dollars
Tribe seeks solutions to housing shortage
Associated Press PINE RIDGE, S.D. Delora Kills Enemy sleeps on her van’s back seat. Raymond
Firefighters sue maker of sirens over hearing loss
Associated Press NEW YORK There were times by the end of his shift that firefighter Joseph
WORTH a look
SALES Helping Hands Closet at Western Reserve United Methodist Church, 4580 Canfield Road,
Howland house fire
Howland house fire HOWLAND A fire Saturday night heavily damaged a home on Stillwagon Road, but
Israeli airstrike kills notorious militant
Associated Press BEIRUT A Lebanese man convicted of one of the most notorious attacks in
Thiel College sends two students to prestigious band festival
Two students will participate in Pa. Intercollegiate Band Festival
nba roundup | Sunday’s other games
Timberwolves 100, Nets 85 NEW YORK Karl-Anthony Towns had 24 points and 10 rebounds in the
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Star Wars’ blasts record with $238M opening weekend LOS ANGELES To say that the
High-school students can get exposed to STEM at Westminster College
Jan. 22 is STEM visit day at Westminster College
MCCTC is among Elite 50 for 2016
MCCTC is among top 50 secondary school hospitality programs in the country
Gas prices falling
Gas prices falling CAMARILLO, Calif. The price of gasoline nationwide keeps dropping.
harrisburg, pa.
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Lawmakers are considering their options amid the wreckage of a
PREP SCHEDULE
TODAY BOYS BASKETBALL Lakeview Holiday Classic, 6 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Valley Christian at
nfl roundup | Sunday’s other games
Cardinals 40, Eagles 17 PHILADELPHIA David Johnson ran for 187 yards and three touchdowns,
2 upstart parties win big in Spain
Associated Press MADRID A strong showing Sunday by a pair of upstart parties in Spain’s general
YSU MEN’S BASKETBALL Tonight’s game at a glance
Matchup: YSU (5-7) at Notre Dame (7-3). Tip-off: 7 p.m. at Purcell Pavilion, South Bend, Ind.
National contest is next for YSU ethics team
A three-member YSU team moves on to national competition
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Jackson Township trustees, 6 p.m., special meeting to open fire department bids,
Report: Human error, defects cause most railway incidents
Associated Press COLUMBUS Dozens of crude oil-carrying train derailments in recent years have
Injury keeps Crosby out of practice Sunday
Sidney Crosby missed practice Sunday with a lower-body injury.
oddly enough
oddly enough Lip balm containing pot ingredient thrown out at base ANCHORAGE, Alaska Officials
YSU WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Tonight’s game at a glance
Matchup: YSU (9-1) at Akron (5-5). Tip-off: 7 p.m. at James A. Rhodes Arena, Akron. Radio: WNIO-
New rules bring kidneys to difficult-to-match patients
Associated Press WASHINGTON A shake-up of the nation’s kidney-transplant system means more
Sunday, December 20 (73 stories)
Hikers take in the beauty of Mill Creek MetroParks
If you ask Bill Locketti about his favorite aspects of Mill Creek MetroParks, be prepared for a long, passionate response.
Prosecutor opposes parole for Niles rapist
Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins opposes parole for Randall L. Whitmore, 54, who has served 27 years in prison for raping his daughter while she was between the ages of 5 and 7, raping one of his daughter’s friends and other sex crimes.
Danielle Vollhardt | Nicholas Hardy
SEDONA, ARIZ. Danielle Vollhardt became the bride of Nicholas Hardy at 4 p.m. Oct. 17 at the
Natalie Scarsella | Alex Friend
BOARDMAN Natalie Scarsella became the bride of Alex Friend at 1:30 p.m. July 25 in a ceremony at
Dr. Rena Meadows I Gerald Hunter
YOUNGSTOWN Jason Adkins solemnized the 5:30 p.m. Aug. 8, 2014, wedding of Dr. Rena Meadows and
Jugenheimer- Moore plans are announced
HUBBARD Cathy Jugenheimer is announcing her engagement to Brandon Moore. Both are of Hubbard.
Miss Pinatiello will marry Mr. Ludwiczak
Christina M. Pinatiello of Sebring and Raymond J. Ludwiczak of Canfield are announcing their
Foldvarys mark golden event with family dinner
POLAND A dinner with family members on Dec. 18 at Alberini’s Restaurant in Boardman celebrated the
Mr., Mrs. Longo to be honored for 50th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN A private dinner party on Dec. 27 will mark the 50th anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene
Shopping sprees with Mahoning deputies thrill kids
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com BOARDMAN Sometimes Santa Claus shows up wearing a badge and
Howland’s early lead ignites win at Poland
Howland basketball players Victoria Rappach and Sara Price looked like an unstoppable duo in Saturday’s 60-52 win over Poland.
Youngstown family remains full of holiday spirit despite 4-year-old's ailments
Flaherty family hopes to spend Christmas at home this year
Shootout costs Phantoms a sweep
The Youngstown Phantoms wiped out a two-goal deficit to force overtime on Saturday against the Waterloo Black Hawks.
Robotics contest at MCCTC draws 120 Ohio students
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com CANFIELD Even though Sammy Dwyer, Marik Rogenski, Diego
Party for ‘Force’ at library
They did not need to awaken the Force to get into “Star Wars” on Saturday at the Warren-Trumbull Public Library.
SPORTS DIGEST || Fitch AD to be honored by track association
Fitch AD to be honored by track association AUSTINTOWN Austiontown Fitch athletic director Rob
PREP ROUNDUP | Saturday’s other games
BOYS BASKETBALL Cardinal Mooney 73, Canton South 68 CANTON Andrew Armstrong led Cardinal
Technicality details appeal for Weathersfield injection company
A technicality has derailed an appeal filed by Howland-based American Water Management Services of a decision by the Ohio Oil and Gas Commission regarding an AWMS injection well in Weathersfield Township.
Proposed raises die in committee, raising specter of Struthers politics
Some say that raises have historically been a political issue for Struthers government.
Leetonia man gets 30 years for federal sex crimes
Lucas J. Ippolito, 51, of Leetonia, was charged with transporting 13-and 15-year-old girls from Pennsylvania to Ohio for sex.
‘Keep the Kids Warm’ campaign to begin
The project provides utility assistance for families in need.
Holiday gift of permanent adoption sought for 2 blind dogs
Brothers Rusty and Sandy, both born blind, were turned over to New Lease on Life Animal Shelter in Struthers when their owner could no longer care for them. The shelter is looking for an appropriate, permanent home for the pair, who must be adopted together. A donor has already paid their adoption fees.
MILESTONES
MILESTONES LEADERSHIP Library director Youngstown resident Michelle Alleman was chosen as the
Gifts for the gardener
By Kathy Van Mullekom Daily Press (Newport News, Va.) (TNS) You’re making your gift list and
Week of December 20, 2015
Ronald L. Hickman Sr. to Jill L. Partee-Mosely et al, Scioto Ave., Youngstown, $30,000. Roger B.
Show us the payrolls
Opinion: Remember that iconic Wendy’s commercial featuring actress Clara Peller who angrily exclaimed
Gorilla Glass is coming to cars
By DEE-ANN DURBIN AP Auto Writer DETROIT The thin, lightweight glass on your smartphone could
US Steel, USW reach tentative pact
US Steel, USW reach tentative pact PITTSBURGH United States Steel Corp. on Saturday announced a
Columbiana, TRUMBULL COUNTY Courts
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METRO DIGEST || Water restraint request in Hubbard
Water restraint HUBBARD The city has issued a voluntary water-conservation request beginning at
BW-3 managers bring good news to 8 families
BW-3 managers bring good news to 8 families YOUNGSTOWN Managers from the Buffalo Wild Wings
Rehashing hottest topics, from Caitlyn to Cosby
By JOCELYN NOVECK AP National Writer There were goodbyes (Jon Stewart, David Letterman, “Mad
Fired by Facebook
Opinion: Inseparable from the Internet is the message board. The two of them together are Mick and Keith.
Holiday gift guide DVD sets enrich video library
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK Sure, DVDs are slightly old-school in this age
Sanders apologizes to Clinton and supporters for data breach
Associated Press MANCHESTER, N.H. Bernie Sanders apologized to Hillary Clinton and his own
French lessons – good and bad
Opinion: Tuesday evenings were reserved for French lessons. My eldest daughter, Brittany, studied with Madame
Advice to next president of US: Please just listen
Opinion: Advice to next president of US: Please just listen What would you want the president to accomplish
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one
Mark Bretschneider aced the 178-yard No. 17 at The Links at Firestone Farms. He used a 6-iron.
GARDEN CLUBS
FORUM MEMBERS: Your dues are required in the office by Jan. 31. Yearly dues letters will be mailed
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE/Saturday’s results
TRACK CONDITION: fast First Race - Purse $25,300, Allowance, 2 yo, Six Furlongs. Riding in the
area bowling scores
bellwick Spiech Classic (12-14) — Ron Killian 277-725, Matt Roscoe 256-704, Russ Slagle 256-704,
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday McDonald Local School board, 7 p.m. work session followed by regular meeting, high
The force is strong with social media
The kickoff to “Star Wars” weekend actually started a long time ago, in a social media galaxy far,
Carter: Iraqi strike may be ‘mistake’
Associated Press ABOARD THE USS KEARSARGE The American airstrike that may have killed a number
publishers weekly best-sellers
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h Spain’s Lalaguna wins Miss World title
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Misspending by charters puts Ohio on the defensive
Editorial: Ohio’s problem-plagued and failing charter school system continues to prove its critics right and
Memes might do more harm than help
Tribune News Service According to Wikipedia, a meme is “an idea ... that spreads from person to
NEVADA Governor signs $335M deal to lure electric carmaker
Associated Press CARSON CITY, NEV. Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval approved a $335 million incentive
Great gifts for the food lovers on your list
Help the budding chef on your holiday list with primo tools, big and small, from mixers to fridges.
Afterburner FX offers custom service with a custom touch
The custom apparel shop in Hubbard makes everything from custom cups to hats and shirts
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Miracle on Easy Street,” 2:30 p.m.: Last chance to catch the
Today is Sunday, Dec. 20, the 354th day of 2015
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TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO TODAY 8:25 a.m. (NBCSN) Soccer: Watford vs. Liverpool, Barclays Premier League. 9
Mall shooting in Wis. leaves 1 injured
Associated Press MADISON, WIS. Gunfire erupted during a dispute inside a large Wisconsin mall
Security is focus at churches, mosques amid heightened fears
Associated Press BIRMINGHAM, ALA. In Alabama, a Presbyterian church wanted to be able to hire
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
up for adoption
Go online to angelsforanimals.org or call 330-549-1111 for more information. Name: Ozzie Info:
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Saturday, December 19 (75 stories)
12 Ohio schools compete in robotics competition
Even though Sammy Dwyer, Marik Rogenski, Diego Calderon, Sam Delatore and Matthew Commons built GEORGE to be mechanical, fluidity is what largely defined what went into the process.
Fans young and old get into Star Wars act at Warren library
They did not need to awaken the Force to get into “Star Wars” today at the Warren-Trumbull Public Library. All they needed were bingo cards, pseudo light-sabers and even Darth Vader himself, much less villainous than he is in the films.
Kids from across Mahoning County shop with deputies today
Sometimes Santa Claus shows up wearing a badge and riding in a police cruiser.
Exterran plans temporary closure due to oil slump
Exterran has officially been hit by the downturn in oil and gas.
Ryan hits game-winning 3-pointer for Boardman
The Spartans scored the game’s final 10 points to beat Niles, 50-47.
Lawyer plans to challenge ruling against Kimble’s pick
The board has 14 days to object to the decision disqualifying its president’s appointee.
YPD chief: Heroin seizure largest I’ve seen
Amount of heroin seized over three pounds; man indicted by grand jury
Hubbard’s Hill brushes aside Big Ten, picks Pitt
The senior running back announced his college choice on Twitter on Friday.
Poland man twice convicted of killing 3rd wife freed from prison
“I put cyanide in the salt shaker before I left for Chicago, knowing she would use the salt,” Girts told the court at the time of his 2014 plea. He read the same statement Friday.
PRE SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Austintown Fitch 62, Struthers 50 Boardman 50, Niles 47 Bristol
Canfield safety committee promotes communication with students
The Canfield community is pulling together to promote school safety.
PREP ROUNDUP | Friday’s other boys basketball games
Canfield 56, Lakeview 42 LAKEVIEW Mason Mangapora carried Canfield (5-2) with 31 points. Chris
Machine Gun Kelly blazes punk-rap path
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com During a recent phone call, Colson Baker was just another
Real-world Grinch steals gifts Christmas tree, gifts in Struthers
A resident said someone stole toys belonging to her disabled grandson.
Students learn about the effects of watershed pollution
On an afternoon when creeks seemed closer to freezing than carrying runoff pollution, students were testing the waters for quality.
My holiday wish list
While I’ve fished when the weather was far colder than the forecast for Christmas Day, I won’t be
UAW Local 1714 gives back to the community
Walt Ball, left, helps Dave Yukon load turkeys for needy families outside United Auto Workers Local 1714 hall on Salt Springs Road. UAW Local 1714 members gave out 250 boxes of food, turkey and other goods Friday.
Mincher gets 1,000th point, but Lisbon tops Springfield
The Tigers’ Graham Mincher led all scorers with 29 points.
5 pension funds will join online checkbook
Associated Press COLUMBUS Spending information from five public pension funds is being added to
Film shows how newspaper uncovered sex scandal Superb ‘Spotlight’
By Rene Rodriguez Miami Herald “Spotlight,” director Tom McCarthy’s superb drama about The
Obama vows role in presidential race
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama closed his next-to-last year in office with
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Carla and Curtis Touville, New Middletown, girl, Dec. 17.
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Mother Teresa to be declared saint after Pope OKs miracle
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Mother Teresa, the tiny, stooped nun who cared for the poorest of
Justice done in Oklahoma
Opinion: Toledo Blade: Last week, an all-white jury in Oklahoma City found a former police officer guilty of
christmas services at valley churches
Here is a listing of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day services open to the public at area churches.
Warm weather leaves people cold about going to the store
Associated Press NEW YORK The unseasonably warm weather has left some people feeling cold about
Supreme Court Justice Scalia outdoes Donald Trump with views on black college students
Opinion: By Rekha Basu Des Moines Register U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia came out with some
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Miracle on Easy Street,” 2:30 and 7:30 p.m.: Easy Street
birthdays
birthdays Actress Cicely Tyson is 81. Singer Maurice White of Earth, Wind and Fire is 74. Actress
METRO DIGEST || Store robbed
Store robbed YOUNGSTOWN A gunman got away with cash and cigarettes from a 2224 Market St. store
Vatrano’s hat trick tops Pens
Pittsburgh has lost four in a row (0-3-1) and six of its past seven to sit 12th in the Eastern Conference.
Phantoms start fast, finish strong in victory
Matt Alvaro’s goal regained the lead for the Phantoms in the third period.
TODAY’S BOWL GAMES AT A GLANCE
NEW MEXICO BOWL Who: New Mexico (7-5, 5-3 Mountain West) vs. Arizona (6-6, 3-6 Pac-12) Time &
Boardman Lions events for 2016 were also discussed
Staff report BOARDMAN The Boardman Lions Club gathered for its December meeting at Cafe 422 and
State probes anti-addiction organization
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio Attorney General’s Office is investigating purported
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.23.08 Aqua America, .71
Dog pound needs our help to reduce its overcapacity
Editorial: During this season of joy and merriment, some abandoned, lost, neglected or simply unwanted dogs
Blue Christmas
Blue Christmas MINERAL RIDGE A Blue Christmas service is planned at 5 p.m. Sunday at First
Unity in Christ
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Demonstrating unity in Christ, four United
Fisherman’s swap meet
Fisherman’s swap meet Strasburg, Ohio The Wallick’s Auction Center, 965 N. Wooster Ave., is
Guard reopens four recruiting centers
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio National Guard reopened four storefront recruiting centers
1 dead, 2 arrested after gunbattle with police in NW Ohio
Associated Press NORTHWOOD Police responding to a reported assault outside a northwest Ohio bar
Watch that speed
Opinion: Were you hoping to drive a little faster on the highway? Or do you wish Ohio would follow
US stocks tumble on global worries
US stocks tumble on global worries NEW YORK Stocks plunged across all sectors in the heaviest
Predisciplnary hearing held for Niles employee who stole $97,000 from church
Carmen Vivolo, Niles parks director, served as hearing officer Wednesday during a predisciplinary hearing for Michael Marrara, a city employee who pleaded guilty to stealing $97,000 from Mount Carmel Catholic Church
Celebrate the Prince of Peace
Christmas will be different this year because the worldwide level of anxiety is unsettling.
Latest ‘Alvin and Chipmunks’ has a few bright spots
By Katie Walsh Tribune News Service The persistence of “Alvin and the Chipmunks” as a cultural
Anger erupts over lesson’s use of Islamic statement
Associated Press STAUNTON, Va. A rural Virginia school district canceled classes and a holiday
Congress approves massive spending, tax package
Associated Press WASHINGTON Congress ended its chaotic year on a surprising note of bipartisan
Housing sales keep moving upward
While November is typically a slow month for housing sales, all three counties in the Mahoning Valley saw positive figures.
Female CFOs in S&P 500 firms out-earn their male counterparts
Associated Press Women may be badly outnumbered in the top ranks of corporate America, but at
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Data breach brings charges of theft in Dem race
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Democratic race for president unexpectedly exploded with rancor
Former employees of Atlantic Beverages in Warren indicted on drug charges
Former employees of Atlantic Beverages in Warren indicted on drug charges
EU demands that Thailand address slavery
Associated Press BRUSSELS The European Union warned Thailand on Friday that it should
Ohio won’t enforce fetal-tissue-disposal rule, official says
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s health department will not enforce a state regulation requiring
sunday news shows | Guest lineups
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Democratic presidential candidate
Sales favor online sites
Associated Press NEW YORK More often shoppers are making the decision to sit on their couches
Shkreli resigns as CEO of Turing after arrest
Associated Press TRENTON, N.J. The pharmaceutical executive reviled for price-gouging resigned
Voices of Faith q & a
Voices of Faith q & a The Kansas City Star (TNS) Q. What’s the purpose of hell? Stephen
Drug-overdose deaths surge
Drug-overdose deaths surge NEW YORK Drug-overdose deaths surged in 14 states last year, pushing
Village police charge man on gun count
Village police charge man on gun count CINCINNATI Police in a southwest Ohio village who
The morning of Christmas
Every year readers ask me to reprint my Christmas poem, which first appeared in 1988. After the dust
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Morgan crash case NEWARK, N.J. The truck driver who slammed into a limo carrying
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Saturday, Dec. 19, the 353rd day of 2015. There are 12 days left in the year.
Pettine’s mouth gets him in more trouble
The San Francisco 49ers aren’t the only ones mad at Mike Pettine — also known as Blunt Force Trauma — this week.
PURPLE REIGN
Associated Press SALEM, VA. Taurice Scott threw three touchdown passes and ran for another score
up for adoption
How to adopt: Call West Side Cats at 330-792-4228. Visit them at the shelter at 2217 Mahoning Ave.,
Friday, December 18 (118 stories)
Kimble to object to magistrate's order for new appointee to distress commission
The Youngstown school board president’s lawyer plans to object to a magistrate’s decision that bars the board president from appointing anyone other than a city schools teacher to the academic distress commission.
New sentencing gives Girts earlier release after murdering wife
The Mahoning Valley man twice convicted of killing his third wife was freed from prison Friday.
UAW lends helping holiday hands today with food boxes
Ruth Tarr cried when she found out she would receive a box of food from United Auto Workers Local 1714.
Youngstown cops find $500K worth of heroin in East Side raid; man on run
City vice squad members serving a search warrant Dec. 10 at a McHenry Street home as part of an investigation into crack-
Tips to protect your pets this winter
The cold weather can be just as hard on pets as it is on people. This winter, consider these tips to keep your four-legged family members safe and warm.
Schools safety committee gets underway in Canfield
The Canfield community is pulling together to promote school safety.
Mahoning students get hands-on training about pollution through GM program
On an afternoon when creeks seemed closer to freezing than carrying runoff pollution, students were testing the waters for quality.
UPDATE | 'Force Awakens' on path for record $200M-plus weekend
'Force Awakens' on path for record $200M-plus weekend
Laid-off woman's Facebook plea brings help for Christmas
Laid-off woman's Facebook plea brings help for Christmas
Fundraiser to benefit Falcon Animal Rescue is Saturday
Fundraiser to benefit Falcon Animal Rescue is Saturday
Flu season off to slower start this year; might be milder
Flu season off to slower start this year; might be milder
Congress backs bill banning microbeads in soap, body wash
Congress backs bill banning microbeads in soap, body wash
Obama: 6 million people signed up for health insurance
Obama: 6 million people signed up for health insurance
Ohio infant mortality rate down slightly, higher for blacks
Ohio infant mortality rate down slightly, higher for blacks
Sanders campaign: DNC is "attempting to undermine" campaign
Sanders campaign: DNC is "attempting to undermine" campaign
'Force Awakens' pulls in record $57M on opening night
'Force Awakens' pulls in record $57M on opening night
Lifelock paying $100M to consumers to settle US charges
Lifelock paying $100M to consumers to settle US charges
Exterran sends workers home; plans temporary closure by March
Exterran sends employees home; plans temporary closure by March
Local 1714 hands out 250 boxes of food to families in need
Local 1714 hands out 250 boxes of food to families in need
Robert Girts, twice convicted of killing third wife, gets out of prison
Robert Girts, twice convicted of killing third wife, gets out of prison
Angels for Animals plans photos with Santa, cookie sale
Angels for Animals plans photos with Santa, cookie sale
Campbell police investigate burglary and attempted burglary
Campbell police investigate burglary and attempted burglary
Cavs survive Thunder after courtside collision
LeBron James crashed into the crowd and injured the wife of golf star Jason Day during the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 104-100 win.
Appeals court cuts $14M award in woman’s suit against Nationwide
An appeals panel has cut Christine Lucarell’s award from her lawsuit against Nationwide to $2,375,708.
Pelini denies Kentucky interest
YSU coach Bo Pelini poked holes in Internet speculation about him being a candidate to join the Kentucky coaching staff.
Mount Union, St. Thomas meet for D-III title tonight
It is a rematch of the 2012 showdown at Salem Stadium, which Mount Union won, 28-10.
Secret donation at Austintown pizza shop serves those in need
Inside he found $1,000 in cash with instructions to give to a deserving family.
Alleged monk sends threatening prayer to Youngstown cop
The officer stopped the monk for a traffic violation
PREP ROUNDUP | Thursday’s games
GIRLS BASKETBALL Lordstown 61, Badger 50 LORDSTOWN Kellee Applegate led the Red Devils with a
Tina Fey, Amy Poehler star in crude farce ‘Sisters’ PARTY GIRLS
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer In “Sisters,” Tina Fey and Amy Poehler attempt to bring the most
Rock hall inducts ’70s rockers, N.W.A.
By DAVID BAUDER AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK The groundbreaking Los Angeles rap act N.W.A.
Akiva's pj party benefits less-fortunate children
The dress-down party for the youngsters and staff was to celebrate the students’ having collected 91 pairs of pajamas for Mahoning County children who are less fortunate
Probe targets theater chains
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ten states are investigating allegations that the country’s three
OF Rajai Davis agrees to contract with Tribe
OF Rajai Davis agrees to contract with Tribe CLEVELAND Rajai Davis can play all three outfield
Cavs’ Shumpert handles fiancee’s special delivery
Cavaliers guard Iman Shumpert showed he has more than basketball skills by calmly delivering a baby girl when his fiancee unexpectedly went into labor.
Panel to hear complaint against Warren appeals court candidate
A probable cause panel has certified a complaint to the Ohio Supreme Court’s Board of Professional Conduct
Niles leaders question financial recovery plan
The financial plan's viability depends on voters approving an income-tax increase in March
State agriculture officials lift ban on bird displays at county fairs
No cases of avian flu were confirmed in Ohio
Struthers PTA transforms cafeteria into Santa's workshop
Elementary school students traded dollars for Christmas gifts this week.
Valley OUT IN FORCE
Aiden Tomhave, 10, wearing a homemade “Star Wars” Storm Trooper uniform, gives the thumbs-up sign in the lobby of Cinemark Tinseltown USA in Boardman on Thursday, waiting to see the initial screening of the newest movie in the “Star Wars” series, “The Force Awakens.”
House OKs package of tax cuts, 1st leg of year-end budget deal
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans overwhelmed divided Democrats to whisk tax breaks for
Hastert recovering from stroke, attorney says
Associated Press CHICAGO Former U.S. House Speaker Dennis Hastert, awaiting sentencing in a
Ohio bill would require fetal remains be cremated or buried
Associated Press COLUMBUS Pregnant women getting abortions would be asked to decide in writing
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Joseph and Jaclyn George, New Castle, Pa., girl, Dec. 16.
New Orleans council votes to remove Confederate symbols
New Orleans council votes to remove Confederate symbols NEW ORLEANS New Orleans’ leaders
birthdays
birthdays Actor Roger Smith is 83. Blues guitarist Lonnie Brooks is 82. Actor Roger Mosley
UN resolution would disrupt IS funds
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS The U.N. Security Council unanimously adopted a resolution
YBI awards three companies in startup competition
Three Northeast Ohio 3-D printing companies have received a significant investment to continue moving forward
oddly enough
oddly enough Higher force: Church uses power of ‘Star Wars’ at Christmas NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. A
METRO DIGEST || No Christmas tree recycling in Hubbard
Pet-food giveaway GIRARD Legacy Dog Rescue and Never Muzzled will be having a holiday dog-and-
CLUB CALENDAR
ATHLETIC GROUPS Girard High School Athletic Boosters will meet at 8 p.m. Wednesday at the high
Port authority helping Auto Parkit assess and clean up former Delphi site
Auto Parkit, the company leasing the former Delphi Packard facilities in Warren is getting an environmental assessment of those buildings
Loew’s latest bouts Saturday
The card will take place at Ss. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Banquet Center.
Clarissa Tyson, Gregory Sinchak will wed Jan. 9
Clarissa Tyson of Poland and Gregory Sinchak of Boardman are engaged and announcing plans for a Jan.
Poland Community Briefs
Prince of Peace Christmas Eve service Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, located at 2985 Center Road
Boardman Community Briefs
Join Boardman United Methodist for the holidays Join the Boardman United Methodist Church, located
Alexis Stackhouse v Scott Stultz
Alexis Lynn Stackhouse became the bride of Scott Joseph Bentley Stultz at 4:30 p.m. Sept. 18 at the
Parents announce Culp-Hancock engagement
Maria Christina Culp and Ryan Michael Hancock, both of Girard, are engaged, their parents are
Miss DeLaratta, Jarek Esarco to be married
Regina DeLaratta and Jarek Esarco of Boardman are announcing their engagement and plans for their
Ribbon-cutting
Ribbon-cutting BOARDMAN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber recently had a celebratory
Library to create learning space for IMLS grant
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County received a grant of $20,765 for coordinated
Action on guns overdue
Opinion: By Mary Kay Henry, Cecile Richards and Randi Weingarten Tribune News Service Dylan Hockley, a
Buyer of guns used in Calif. massacre faces terrorism count
Associated Press RIVERSIDE, Calif. The man who bought the assault rifles used by his friend in
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.15—.09 Aqua America, .71
Mahoning County adopts status quo spending plan
Editorial: During the campaign in the fall of 2014 for the renewal of a half-percent sales tax and the addition
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Miracle on Easy Street,” 7:30 p.m.: If a kick-line of dancing
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Hubbard and Liberty: GIRARD Dec.
Exec who jacked up price of lifesaving drug is arrested
Associated Press NEW YORK A boyish-looking entrepreneur who became the new face of corporate
Elections board to ask Trumbull prosecutor for opinion related to sheriff candidate
Elections board to ask Trumbull prosecutor for opinion related to sheriff candidate
Crews finish effort to drain sunken barge in Lake Erie
Associated Press TOLEDO Crews have finished an effort to eliminate environmental threats from a
CVMS students show support for Purple for a Purpose
November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month and the students at Canfield Village Middle School showed their support for the cause on Nov. 13.
Insanity plea entered by murder suspect
Stashawn Dates, 17, is charged in the 2014 shooting death of 21-year-old Jesse Daviduk.
Putin: Trump is ‘bright, talented’
Associated Press MOSCOW In Vladimir Putin’s view, Donald Trump is “bright and talented.” But as
GOP sets sights on 2016 election
Opinion: Feeling empowered by the 2014 general election, the Mahoning County Republican Party fielded
Library to create learning space for IMLS grant
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County received a grant of $20,765 for coordinated
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Nevels Temple Church of God in Christ, 939 Elm St., Youngstown, various
Community traditions at risk during financial turmoil
Services are in jeopardy due to decreased revenue to the city of Canfield
Austin, Gurley lead Rams over Buccaneers
Associated Press ST. LOUIS The St. Louis Rams saved some of their best for last. Tavon
mahoning county Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people Thursday on these charges: Roderick Jackson,
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Friday, Dec. 18, the 352nd day of 2015. There are 13 days left in the year.
County workers face health care changes
Mahoning County employees would have three health care plan options starting April 1, 2016.
Judge approves transfer of ‘dormant’ Niles funds to general fund, utility funds
A judge approved the transfer of $474,200 in ‘dormant’ Niles funds to the city’s general fund.
Kent police fatally shoot man with machete
Associated Press CLEVELAND A man was fatally shot by police after he ran at them with a machete
METRO DIGEST || Christmas gifts stolen
Christmas gifts stolen YOUNGSTOWN Reports said some wrapped Christmas gifts were among several
Struthers Little Wildcats recognized for fundraising efforts
The girls won a biggest donor award for raising $5,000
Will Manziel, Gordon reunite in ’16?
Browns coach Mike Pettine said he’ll welcome Josh Gordon back with open arms if he’s reinstated.
Steelers’ defense making splash plays
Every Pittsburgh Steelers practice on Thursdays and Fridays start with the same drill. They call it “Seven Shots.”
Holiday crafts become holiday gifts
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Every month the Austintown library hosts a two-
Book fair benefits parents and students
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Scholastic book fairs are not just for
Boardman mixes fun with fitness for children
The Boardman library hosted a new event with a special guest for their Baby Brilliant program. Austintown librarian, Ashley Potopovich, came to the Boardman library to lead the children in a Fitness Fun storytime - a first for the Boardman location.
Sandy Hook Program spreads awareness
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindys.com Austintown-Fitch High School hosted a Sandy Hook
Katie Farhang v Clayton Petro
Christman Hall at Stambaugh Auditorium was the setting for the May 23 wedding of Katie Farhang and
Miss Rummell, Mr. Younan plan to marry
Tiffiny Rummell and Karim Younan, both of Raleigh, N.C., are engaged and planning an April 17, 2016,
Toddlers trot to Thanksgiving storytime
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children stayed up late to head to the Night
CUMC hosts sensory Christmas story
On Dec. 20, Canfield United Methodist Church, located at 27 South Broad Street in Canfield will host
Canfield Sports Briefs
Send Neighbors your news If you’re a winter sports coach or the parent of an athlete, we need your
CHC honors veterans at assembly
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students and faculty at C.H. Campbell Elementary School
CVMS hosts annual Scholastic Book Fair
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield Village Middle School hosted its annual
Children become mad scientists for a day
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Two members of Mad Science of Northeast Ohio
City, library and SCORE partner
The City of Youngstown Community Planning and Economic Development Office along with SCORE and the
Canfield Community Briefs
Fun time for 4s and 5s Join MetroParks Farm at 10 a.m. on Jan. 5 for developmentally appropriate
Poland Union hosts Pancakes with Santa
Poland Union Elementary School hosted a Breakfast with Santa event on Dec. 5.
Christmas with the Grinch
The Austintown library hosted a Grinch Who-liday event on Dec. 5. The event offered food, movies and various activities.
Thursday, December 17 (117 stories)
4,640 tickets issed with three weeks to go
The number of civil speeding citations issued by police easily should exceed 5,000 for the year – and enforcement only started Aug. 18.
Nationwide award reduced again, lawsuit remanded for new trial
A three-judge panel of the 7th District Court of Appeals has reduced substantially the monetary award granted to a former Nationwide insurance agent after a jury trial of her lawsuit against Nationwide Mutual Insurance Co. of Columbus.
South Side fire victim ID'd
The victim in a fire on the city’s South Side was identified Thursday by the Mahoning County Coroner’s Office as Ernest Averhart, 70.
Anonymous donor offers holiday help through Austintown pizza shop
A cash donation received by Fernando Riccioni, Wedgewood Pizza owner, was passed on to St. Vincent de Paul Society and the Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley to help feed those in need.
Struthers 'North Pole' offers students chance to give
The North Pole may seem a world away from Struthers Elementary School.
Ex-US House Speaker Dennis Hastert recovering from stroke
Ex-US House Speaker Dennis Hastert recovering from stroke
US-Cuba aviation deal allows 110 scheduled flights a day
US-Cuba aviation deal allows 110 scheduled flights a day
Obama says no specific, credible terror threat over holidays
Obama says no specific, credible terror threat over holidays
Ohio attorney general confirms movie theater antitrust probe
Ohio attorney general confirms movie theater antitrust probe
AP: Buyer of rifles used in Calif. massacre to be charged
AP: Buyer of rifles used in Calif. massacre to be charged
Pittsburgh City Council preliminarily approves bill to decriminalize pot
Council preliminarily approves bill to decriminalize pot
Republicans push more than $600B in tax cuts through House
Republicans push more than $600B in tax cuts through House
Officer's mistrial in Gray's death a letdown for both sides
Officer's mistrial in Gray's death a letdown for both sides
Youngstown police arrest 3 on obstruction of justice
Youngstown police arrest 3 on obstruction of justice
URGENT | Boardman trustees approve demo of house destroyed in fire
Boardman trustees approve demo of house destroyed by fire
Northeast Ohio police shoot and kill man with machete
Northeast Ohio police shoot and kill man with machete
State says identity theft complaints in Ohio up over 2014
State says identity theft complaints in Ohio up over 2014
Average US rate on 30-year mortgages rises to 3.97 percent
Average US rate on 30-year mortgages rises to 3.97 percent
Ohio fugitive on the run since 1975 arrested in Puerto Rico
Ohio fugitive on the run since 1975 arrested in Puerto Rico
Response to sunken barge found in Lake Erie is finished
Response to sunken barge found in Lake Erie is finished
Mahoning commissioners award $6,000 to sponsor state wrestling championships
Mahoning commissioners award $6,000 to sponsor state wrestling championships
YBI announces winners of AMPED startup competition
YBI announces winners of AMPED startup competition
Police: Crash victim's blood-alcohol level 4-times the legal limit
Police: Crash victim's blood-alcohol level 4-times the legal limit
Boardman trustees emergency meeting at noon to discuss fatal house fire
Boardman trustees emergency meeting at noon to discuss fatal house fire
Legacy Dog Rescue and Never Muzzled host Saturday holiday dog and cat food giveaway
Legacy Dog Rescue and Never Muzzled host Saturday holiday dog and cat food giveaway
Rock Hall adds Chicago, Deep Purple, Cheap Trick, Steve Miller and N.W.A.
Rock Hall adds Chicago, Deep Purple, Cheap Trick, Steve Miller and N.W.A.
Ohio lifts bird exhibition ban, U.S. is free of bird flu
Ohio lifts bird exhibition ban, U.S. is free of bird flu
Santa visits Struthers Elementary School on Friday
Santa visits Struthers Elementary School on Friday
Four resign at St. Vincent, new dining hall coming to Youngstown
St. Vincent de Paul Society Mahoning Council board accepted four resignations the same day Second Harvest announced a new dining hall.
Harris, Ursuline defense combine to beat Mooney
Freshman Dayshannette Harris scored a game-high 23 points.
Magistrate orders Kimble to appoint teacher by Friday
A magistrate determined that Carol Staten isn’t a teacher
US budget agreement preserves $9.4M for Valley airbase
Bill includes funding for the Ravenna Joint Military Training Center and area reservoirs
Task at hand: Durkin leading culture change at Maryland
Boardman native on the recruiting trail for Terps.
SPORTS DIGEST || Lowellville hires Mays as new football coach
The Lowellville Board of Education has approved the hire of former Youngstown State running back P.J. Mays to coach the Rockets.
Two die in separate fires Wednesday
By JOE GORMAN and JORDYN GRZELEWSKI news@vindy.com House fires killed two people in the
Interest rates go up after 9-year freeze
Staff/wire report WASHINGTON The Federal Reserve is raising interest rates from record lows set
Former YSU tight end Davie has New Mexico on mend
The former YSU tight end has New Mexico in its first bowl game sionce 2007.
Kane Brown: new music from old topic
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com There’s no doubt that over the decades country music has
Kenny Greco sets annual charity concert
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Kenny Greco’s sixth annual performance to raise money for local
Cast gets ‘Ugly’ for holiday revue
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Rust Belt Theater Company will close its 2015 season with “The Ugly
Pub crawlers to wear unsightly sweaters
Staff report AUSTINTOWN Partiers can don their most garish garments this Friday for the Ugly
Film series to screen ‘Gremlins’
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The 1984 film “Gremlins” will be the feature film at Youngstown Cinema’s
Winter solstice services focuses on ‘Calling Back the Light’
Unitarian Universalist Church plans a service and concert Sunday
20 THINGS ABOUT THE NEW STAR WARS
By Rafer Guzman Newsday If you thought the pre-release buzz about superhero movies was out of
High school roundup | Wednesday’s games
Lakeview took advantage of an off-night from Poland’s starters to end Poland’s undefeated streak.
Several Mahoning Valley candidates running in few open seats on ballot
Two U.S. House incumbents who represent the area have primary opponents
Former school liaison begins anger management treatment
Marcus D. Crum, who was working as a parent liaison at STEAM Academy when he purportedly “slammed” a female student into a door, has started anger-management treatment
Four Youngstown council members attended their last meeting
Council accepted an $83,843 state grant for improvements to Crandall Park
Boy, 16, indicted in beating death of his elderly neighbor
Jacob Larosa, 16, of Niles indicted on aggravated murder, attempted rape, aggravated burglary and aggravated robbery
‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ fun homage to original
Director J.J. Abrams may not elevate the language of “Star Wars,” but he sure is fluent in it. “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” is no more and no less than the movie that made us love it in the first place. In fact, it’s basically the same thing. Isn’t that what we all wanted anyway?
Valley offers fresh produce year-round Winter harvest
By GIANNA CIOFFI Online Market Manager, Lake to River Cooperative YOUNGSTOWN As the winter
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.24.12 Aqua America, .71
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Neil Simon’s God’s Favorite,SDRq New Castle Playhouse, 202 E. Long Ave., New
‘Buddy Holly’ coming to theater
AKRON Tickets are on sale now for “Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story” at E.J. Thomas Hall on Jan. 12
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Hunger in Valley takes no holiday; commit to help
Editorial: Once again this year, Mahoning Valley residents proved their mettle by reaping success in one of
Scalia speaks the truth
Opinion: Among the many sad signs of our time are the current political and media attacks on Supreme Court
Fossil fuels beneficial to humans
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service The Paris summit on global warming ended with a triumphant,
Film Registry adds ‘Top Gun,’ ‘Shawshank’ and ‘Ghostbusters’
By BEN NUCKOLS Associated Press WASHINGTON It’s a bro-centric year for movies added to the
“American Country Countdown’s Top 10 Stories” (8 p.m., Fox): This special recalls
“American Country Countdown’s Top 10 Stories” (8 p.m., Fox): This special recalls the year’s most
First film in franchise drew mixed reviews
Associated Press When George Lucas’ “Star Wars” first landed in 1977, some critics were swept
Lamar Odom’s downfall tops Google’s list of 2015 searches
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Lamar Odom’s bizarre downfall from a former Los Angeles Lakers
top google searches | 2015
Here’s a look at what was on the world’s collective mind this year, based on Google’s annual
Major GOP, Dem prez candidates file in Ohio
There also will be a contested primary race for Ohio Supreme Court justices in March
Spending bill would extend care to 9/11 responders
Associated Press WASHINGTON First-responders who rushed to the World Trade Center after the
Niles council approves 5-year recovery plan
City voters will be asked to approve a 0.50 income-tax increase in March to balance the city's budget
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Khloe Kardashian has new makeover series NEW YORK Khloe Kardashian is behind a new
2016 PRIMARY | Candidates and issues
The following filed for the March 15 primary. Wednesday was the filing deadline. Eligibility will be
US, Cuba near deal on commercial flights
US, Cuba near deal on commercial flights HAVANA The United States and Cuba are close to a deal
With eye on safety, Calif. sets rules for self-driving cars
Associated Press LOS ANGELES California regulators have unveiled a roadmap that would let
college basketball roundup
college basketball roundup Wednesday’s games MEN Ohio State 67, Northern Illinois 54
oddly enough
oddly enough Tiny kitten rescued from conveyer belt at recycling plant GALT, Calif. A worker
Don’t drown the poinsettia!
Don’t drown the poinsettia! The soil should never be soggy. Don’t let it wilt, though. Take off
Dormant pruning
Dormant pruning When warm weather returns, consider taking time to prune some of your deciduous
Reserve base commander, military-affairs commission outline efforts to promote base
The Western Reserve Port Authority got an update from the Eastern Ohio Military Affairs Commission
Fleas need to flee
Q. I have fleas in my house. They’ve been there for about a week and a half. I’ve identified them on
Firewood, fireplace safety
Firewood, fireplace safety Be sure wood is properly seasoned, store it outside to prevent insects
EXPLORERS
EXPLORERS Today: 10-11:30 a.m. The Explorers will discover where insects disappear to in the
White Sox acquire Frazier in three-team swap
The White Sox were looking to add some pop while solidifying third base, and they are counting on Todd Frazier to provide it.
Tips and tools for easier gardening
By PAM BAYTOS OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer CANFIELD It’s a sunny day and you head
December offers savings on vehicles
December offers savings on vehicles YOUNGSTOWN Consumers in the market for a new vehicle may
Court gets grant for program
Court gets grant for program YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Domestic Relations Court has
Jig’s up for sugar water purveyors
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords If your car’s battery terminals are corroded, just open a can of
Manziel to face Seattle’s 12th man
Johnny Manziel’s taking a trip to an NFL stadium where quarterbacks are seen, not heard.
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Alvin and the Chipmunks: Road Chip (PG) Cinema South: Fri.-Th. (11, 1:20, 3:40)
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Eastgate Regional Council of Governments Regional Economic Development Committee,
Holiday fashion history lecture
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Jessica Trickett will give a presentation titled “Seasonal Style: A
QUESTIONS surround ‘STAR WARS: The FORCE AWAKENs’
Countdown clocks will hit zero tonight when “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” debuts. Its hype is
Plaster, masonry contractor cited by OSHA
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s Cleveland Area Office recently cited B&B Plastering.
NIGHTLIFE
Barrel33, 8208 E. Market St., Warren; 330-395-9463 Sat: Teddy Pantelas and Zach Economos, 7 p.m.
birthdays
birthdays Singer-actor Tommy Steele is 79. Keyboardist-singer Art Neville of the Neville Brothers
Mistrial in 1st trial in Freddie Gray case
Associated Press BALTIMORE The first effort to convict an officer in Freddie Gray’s death from a
Man wearing bulletproof vest arrested in ‘high drug traffic area’ in Warren
Three men, one who was released from prison in August and who was wearing a bulletproof vest, were arrested on weapons and drug charges Monday
METRO DIGEST || No raises in Struthers
No raises in Struthers STRUTHERS A measure that would have set raises for elected officials in
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Thursday, Dec. 17, the 351st day of 2015. There are 14 days left in the year.
Cavs may not have Irving or Shumpert against Thunder
The Cavaliers could be short-handed against high-scoring Oklahoma City.
Fire prevention TIPS
Fire prevention TIPS Home fires occur most frequently in winter. Fire-safety officials advise
Napoli, Indians agree to deal
The Indians may have found a much-needed right-handed hitter — at the right price.
Wednesday, December 16 (90 stories)
Magistrate orders Kimble to choose new appointee to distress commission
A Mahoning County Common Pleas Court magistrate gave Brenda Kimble, board of education president, until Friday to appoint a city school teacher to the academic distress commission.
Federal bill includes $9.4M for Youngstown air base
Congressional leadership has agreed to include $12.7 million for area military bases in the fiscal year 2016 federal appropriations bill.
Niles teen indicted in elderly neighbor's murder
Jacob Larosa, 16, of Niles has been indicted by a Trumbull County grand jury on aggravated murder, attempted rape, aggravated burglary and aggravated robbery in the March 31 beating death of his elderly neighbor.
Winter Solstice service will focus on overcoming spiritual darkness
“Calling Back the Light,” a winter solstice service planned at First Unitarian Universalist Church, rejoices in the “light and hope.”
March primary drawing more Republicans than usual
While most incumbents in the Mahoning Valley won’t face challengers in the March 15 primary, several candidates gravitated toward the few open seats on the ballot.
4 resign, temportary president named at St. Vincent de Paul
The St. Vincent de Paul Society’s board has accepted the resignations of its president, vice president, treasurer and secretary.
Hubbard Twp. won't have Christmas tree recycling program in 2016
Hubbard Twp. won't have Christmas tree recycling program in 2016
UPDATE | Unclear whether prosecutors will retry officer in Freddie Gray case
Unclear whether prosecutor will retry officer
Road in Kinsman closed 2 days next week for sanitary sewer line work
Road in Kinsman closed 2 days next week for sanitary sewer line work
YSU committees expand retirement incentive, hire STEM dean
YSU committees expand retirement incentive, hire STEM dean
URGENT: Magistrate orders school teacher appointed to Academic Distress Commission
Magistrate orders school teacher appointed to Academic Distress Commission
URGENT: Fed hikes interest rates for first time in 7 years
Fed hikes interest rates for first time in 7 years
Stambaugh Charter principal named leader of the year at conference
Stambaugh Charter principal named leader of the year at conference
Trib Total Media closing 2 western Pennsylvania newspapers
Trib Total Media closing 2 western Pennsylvania newspapers
Second Harvest food bank announces new feeding site
Second Harvest food bank announces new feeding site
From coloring books to Harper Lee, a good year for paper
From coloring books to Harper Lee, a good year for paper
National Film Registry adds ‘Top Gun,’ ‘Shawshank,’ ‘Ghostbusters’
National Film Registry adds 'Top Gun,' 'Shawshank,' "Ghostbusters'
Ohio deer hunters have two additional days for deer-gun season
Ohio deer hunters have two additional days for deer-gun season
Ex-utilities PUCO chairman lobbies against profit guarantees
Ex-utilities chairman lobbies against profit guarantees
Ohio Turnpike $143M construction plan biggest in more than a decade
Ohio Turnpike $143M construction plan biggest in more than a decade
Second fatal fire of day: Man found dead in South Side home
Second fatal fire of the day: Man found dead after South Side fire
Colaluca recognized for sustaining and increasing student programs
Colaluca recognized for sustaining and increasing student programs
Movie review: ‘Star Wars’ passes torch, keeps it burning brightly
Movie review: ‘Star Wars’ passes torch, keeps it burning brightly
Agreement to postpone pretrial hearings in the Robert Seman case
Agreement to postpone pretrial hearings in the Robert Seman case
UPDATE |Boardman fatal fire occurred around home's electric service, chief says
UPDATE |Boardman fatal fire occurred around home's electric service, chief says
Man wearing bulletproof vest arrested in ‘high drug traffic area’ in Warren
Man wearing bulletproof vest arrested in ‘high drug traffic area’ in Warren
Light up your Christmas with drive-through experience
Light display featured through Dec. 30 in Firestone Park in Columbiana
Boardman schools foundation awards grant funds to teachers
Six applicants receive funds from Boardman Schools Fund for Educational Excellence
Red-hot Randy Houser doesn’t always get noticed
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com When celebrities pop into stores and malls, who knows
Daisy Ridley’s first film role is in blockbuster franchise Starting with Star Wars
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES Daisy Ridley may not be as brave as her
AMVETS Post 44 invites community to join Operation Christmas Card
Giant community card will be sent to Marine unit in Iraq
Mill Creek MetroParks board president will not seek term renewal
Atty. Louis Schiavoni on Monday will announce departure from board
Auto sales could break record this year
Sales are expected to hit 17.4 million if not more, which would break the record of 17.35 million sales in 2000.
Pornography and the Christian Man Summit draws about 75 men
Men are 500 percent more likely to view pornography than women
NY, LA schools respond differently to ‘threats’
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The nation’s two biggest school systems – New York City and Los
Obscene monuments to mammon
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords The uber-rich like to collect trophies as proof of their unsurpassed
Obama refuses to face reality
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service If President Barack Obama had left troops in Iraq, if he had
The public can see the unit from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital
The 38-bed, 38,000-square-foot BHI represents a $5 million investment
Be on alert for new water rule
Opinion: By Daren Bakst and Don Parrish The Heritage Foundation Property owners need to be on the alert.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Smith Corners United Methodist Church, 3000 S. Canfield-Niles Road, Austintown, will
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Niles school board, 6 p.m., primary school, 960 Frederick St. Newton Falls
Bergdahl attorney lashes out at Trump
Bergdahl attorney lashes out at Trump WASHINGTON The attorney for Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl
Pastor’s sexual assault victim seeks higher damages
Associated Press COLUMBUS A woman sexually assaulted by a pastor when she was 15 years old is
prep roundup Tuesday’s games
Newton Falls 58, Brookfield 42 BROOKFIELD Jaden Walton’s 25 points included his 1,000th for his
joy of christmas | Display in Columbiana
joy of christmas | Display in Columbiana The fifth annual drive-through Joy of Christmas light
CRUZ, RUBIO SPAR AS NATIONAL SECURITY FUELS DEBATE
Associated Press LAS VEGAS In a presidential race reshaped by national security fears, Sens. Ted
NHL roundup
NHL roundup Tuesday’s games Devils 2, Sabres 0 BUFFALO, N.Y. Cory Schneider made 25 saves to
Something to talk about
Something to talk about Mark and Mike are working on their next story following a recent visit to
tuesday’s other nba game
Nuggets 112, Timberwolves 100 MINNEAPOLIS Randy Foye scored 19 points, and the Nuggets picked up
college basketball roundup | Tuesday’s games
MEN No. 7 Duke 99, Georgia Southern 65 DURHAM, N.C. Freshman Brandon Ingram had season highs
Burger of the Year Just Fred’s WINS
They came out of nowhere and ended up Champions, with some of the Mahoning Valley’s most celebrated burgers of 2015.
oddly enough
oddly enough Display shows Santa’s disapproval of terror group LIMERICK, Maine Deputies paid
Contrite Rose believes Hall one day may call
Ex-Reds manager responds to his lifetime ban not being lifted
Jury deadlocked in Baltimore officer’s trial
Associated Press BALTIMORE Jurors said they were deadlocked Tuesday as they weighed manslaughter
GOP isn’t impressed with climate-change agreement
Editorial: It was a strategy born of Republican intransigence, but it may well be the final nail in the
“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” is almost here, and promises to be a box-office smash.
“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” is almost here, and promises to be a box-office smash. Here are the
Supreme Court to rule on oil, gas lease question
The must decide whether hundreds of Ohio landowners can exit leases with an energy company that for years has not drilled for oil or gas on the sites
Record Reviews
Dweezil Zappa Album: “Via Zammata” (Fantom Records) Grade: B+ Dweezil Zappa’s new album is
Assistance for laid-off workers
Assistance for laid-off workers youngstown On Tuesday, U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Howland, D-13th,
Deal reached on tax, spending package
Associated Press WASHINGTON House Speaker Paul Ryan announced late Tuesday an agreement between
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Family-friendly shows doing well for NBC NEW YORK Family-friendly programming is
Youngstown commission recommends closing a section of Detroit Avenue to motorists
The exception would be for those parking at Pemberton Park
General: Afghan IS loyalists growing
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan Supporters of the Islamic State group in Afghanistan are
Salvation Army will distribute vouchers
Salvation Army will distribute vouchers YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Salvation Army will
Saudi Arabia organizes coalition to fight terrorism
Associated Press RIYADH, Saudi Arabia Projecting its ambition for regional leadership, Saudi
GREEN Gathering set Friday at Mill Creek MetroParks
GM GREEN pairs students with mentors from GM’s Lordstown Assembly Plant and the Mahoning County Soil and Water Conservation District to retrieve, test, and analyze water samples.
Workplaces examine security procedures
Associated Press NEW YORK The terror attack at a social-services facility in California has
YEARS AGO
Today is Wednesday, Dec. 16, the 350th day of 2015. There are 15 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Trumbull engineer sues employee for unpaid $10,316 for hospitalization
Trumbull County Engineer and Sanitary Engineer Randy Smith and the county commissioners have filed suit against an employee of the engineer’s office.
Traffic-light change
Traffic-light change BOARDMAN A newly installed traffic light at South Avenue and McClurg Road
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Tuesday, December 15 (87 stories)
About 75 men attend porn summit at church in Poland
About 75 men attend porn summit at church in Poland
Firestone Park’s Joy of Christmas display marks fifth year
Firestone Park’s Joy of Christmas display marks fifth year
Trumbull engineer sues employee for unpaid $10,316 for hospitalization
Trumbull engineer sues employee for unpaid $10,316 for hospitalization
AMVETS Post 44 to send giant Christmas card to Marines in Iraq
AMVETS Post 44 to send giant Christmas card to Marines in Iraq
OSHP investigating crash in Weathersfield that injured 2
OSHP investigating crash in Weathersfield that injured 2
Plane landing in Nashville rolls off runway, injuring 8
Plane landing in Nashville rolls off runway, injuring 8
Justices hear legal dispute over Ohio drilling leases
Justices hear legal dispute over Ohio drilling leases
Campbell sixth-graders organize toy drive for hospital
Campbell sixth-graders organize toy drive for hospital
State school board names interim Ohio superintendent
State school board names interim Ohio superintendent
Health insurance rule to give Ohioans more information
Health insurance rule to give Ohioans more information
Salvation Army will distribute its 2015 toy distribution and food vouchers
Salvation Army will distribute its 2015 toy distribution and food vouchers
Bargainers near agreement on spending, tax cut deal
Bargainers near agreement on spending, tax cut deal
Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh hit with computer virus
Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh hit with computer virus
Saudi Arabia forms Islamic counterterrorism coalition
Saudi Arabia forms Islamic counterterrorism coalition
11 injured in accident at Axiall plant in West Virginia
11 injured in accident at Axiall plant in West Virginia
Few incumbent elected officeholders in the Valley will face primary election challengers
Wednesday is the filing deadline
Boy, 17, accused of bringing handgun into Children Services residential unit, charged with felonies
The executive director says the male never gave the agency reason to believe he was capable of something like that
Warren Municipal Court goes live with new computer system
Warren Municipal Court went live last week with its new computer system that is providing the court and its customers with new levels of convenience and savings of time and expense.
Teachers and school board president square off in court
The definition of a teacher is at the heart of the issue before the court
Purple Cat Productions moves into downtown theater space
Purple Cat Productions moves into downtown theater space
Star Wars star John Boyega got advice from Robert Downey Jr. Mentored by Iron Man
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer LOS ANGELES John Boyega needed help. The 23-year-old star
YSU doubles up Salem International
Bench players Wright, Brown played key roles for Penguins in romp
Poland replaces Brungard with defensive coordinator
Ryan Williams is the Bulldogs’ new head football coach
The Oakhill judge told prosecutors to eliminate some of the 83 counts against the three defendants
She didn’t specify how many counts to remove
Cops arrest three within four hours on heroin related charges
Another woman cited for tampering with evidence
Young murderer gets 23 years to life in prison
Kalontae Carter was only 17 when Kristopher Stuart was fatally shot on the city’s North Side.
Artists of Rust Belt plans sale at B&O
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Artists of the Rust Belt’s annual Christmas Last-Minute Market will take
Trustees board placed three renewal levies on the ballot
None of the levies will be asking for additional money.
Johnny Focused earns love from teammates
Beleaguered quarterback praised after Sunday’s performance against 49ers
Boardman township moves forward with plans for new historic district
Township plans to convert donated property into community space
Harvard study links dangerous chemicals to e-cigarettes Truth about E-CIGS
By Raquel Rutledge Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Harvard University scientists are calling for
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Tuesday, Dec. 15, the 349th day of 2015. There are 16 days left in the year.
oddly enough
oddly enough Head-scratching over gifts? How about part of a human skull? NEW YORK What to get
NBA roundup
NBA roundup Monday’s games Pacers 106, Raptors 90 INDIANAPOLIS Jordan Hill had 20 points and
affordable care act Uninsured? Today’s the deadline to sign up
Associated Press WASHINGTON It’s crunch time to sign up for coverage under President Barack
Preventing crime in free society
Opinion: By John M. CRISP Tribune News Service The 2002 film “Minority Report” postulates a future in
Vienna spill exposes gap in Ohio’s drilling rules
Editorial: Nine months ago, about 10,000 gallons of a petroleum derivative spilled from injection-well holding
Lawyer for former treasure hunter: Client is seriously ill
By ANDREW WELSH-HUGGINS AP Legal Affairs Writer COLUMBUS A former deep-sea treasure hunter
Associated Press
Associated Press BOSTON Pamela Paquin’s source for fashion is either “tres chic” or will make
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Corey and Meredith Gruelle. Youngstown, girl, Dec. 12.
Will the force be with us?
Opinion: By Charles Camosy The Dallas Morning News The debate after the San Bernardino, Calif., terrorist
Report on shrimp peeled by slaves spurs boycott call
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. officials and human-rights activists called on Americans to stop
Ex-soldier pleads guilty in IS plot
Ex-soldier pleads guilty in IS plot CHICAGO A former Illinois National Guard soldier pleaded
Ohio congressmen seek an upgrade to the C-130ths at Youngstown Air Reserve Station
The request was made in a letter to the Air Force Reserve chief
Sobriety checkpoints net 3 OVI arrests
Sobriety checkpoints net 3 OVI arrests CANFIELD The Mahoning County Operating a Vehicle while
Egypt says it has found no sign of terrorism in Russian jet crash
Associated Press CAIRO Egypt said Monday it has not yet found any sign of terrorism in the
Samsung asks court to throw out $399M patent judgment
Samsung asks court to throw out $399M patent judgment WASHINGTON In its patent dispute with
congressional spending bill Oil-export ban in play in final-stage talks
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republican demands to end the ban on exporting crude oil emerged as
FAA to require drones to be registered, ID’d
Associated Press Spurred by numerous reports of drones flying near jets and airports, the federal
Pink ribbons won’t cure cancer
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Must everything be commercialized — even cancer? That’s a question
Mercy and Summa will spend more than $100 million over three years
Network will link more than 2,800 providers in Ohio and Kentucky
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Squeeze: Tonight on “Late Late
Blastoff from Sandusky
Opinion: Columbus Dispatch: It’s fitting that the state that gave America John Glenn and Neil Armstrong – not
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.000.14 Aqua America, .71
birthdays
birthdays Actor-comedian Tim Conway is 82. Singer Cindy Birdsong (The Supremes) is 76. Rock
Obama vows to hit IS harder in Syria and Iraq
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama vowed Monday to accelerate the U.S.-led
Sobriety checkpoints results in arrest on drug charges
One person stopped in the checkpoint had his information turned over to U.S. Customs officials
Ohio GOP lawmakers address fetal remains issue
One of the GOP lawmakers proposing the legislation is Tim Ginter of Salem
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Cosby countersues 7 women in US court BOSTON Bill Cosby fired back Monday at seven
Bergdahl to face desertion charge
Associated Press WASHINGTON Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, who was held captive by the Taliban for
Damages hearing in death of Vienna dog is Feb. 4
A damages hearing will be 9 a.m. Feb. 4 in Girard Municipal Court in the matter involving a Vienna Township pastor who shot his neighbor’s dog
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Greater Girard Area Chamber of Commerce, 6 p.m., Girard Free Library, 105 E.
Boat capsizes; men OK
Boat capsizes; men OK CORTLAND Three men whose boat capsized in Mosquito Lake overnight were
State releases money for Brookfield, Lakeview school projects
State funds of $164,358 have been released to Brookfield Local Schools and $12,391 to Lakeview Local Schools for school improvement projects.
Philanthropist Fund accepting proposals
Philanthropist Fund accepting proposals YOUNGSTOWN The Young Philanthropist Fund is welcoming
Free blood screenings
Free blood screenings LORDSTOWN Mercy Health Youngstown, formerly Humility of Mary Health
Steelers eye another December push
Sunday’s blowout win in Cincinnati has inspired hope for a postseason appearance
Monday, December 14 (69 stories)
Judge to prosecutors: Pare down counts in Oakhill case
Judge to prosecutors: Pare down counts in Oakhill case
Boardman moves forward with plans for new historic district
Boardman moves forward with plans for new historic district
Few incumbent elected officeholders in the Mahoning Valley will face primary election challengers
Few incumbent elected officeholders in the Valley will face primary election challengers
Austintown trustees put 3 renewal levies on March primary ballot
Austintown trustees put 3 renewal levies on March primary ballot
Teachers and school board square off in court on aspect of Youngstown plan
Teachers, school board square off in court on aspect of Youngstown plan
Chicago officer acquitted on putting gun in suspect's mouth
Chicago officer acquitted on putting gun in suspect's mouth
Baltimore jury mulls officer's fate in Freddie Gray's death
Baltimore jury mulls officer's fate in Freddie Gray's death
Oak Hill Collaborative has hour of code event Tuesday for students
Oak Hill Collaborative has hour of code event Tuesday for students
Boy, 17, accused of bringing semi-automatic handgun into Trumbull Children Services
Boy, 17, accused of bringing semi-automatic handgun into Trumbull Children Services
'Force' is strong in Valley; Kinsman resident wrote 'Empire'
Leigh Brackett, who wrote first draft of second Star Wars movie, lived in Trumbull County town
Teen accused of bringing gun into Trumbull Children Services
Teen accused of bringing gun into Trumbull Children Services
UPDATE | Youngstown school board and teachers' union square off in court
UPDATE | Youngstown school board and teachers' union square off in court
Toy drive benefits 838th families
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Christmas came early for soldiers of the
Harrison Ford returns in latest Star Wars film An older, wiser Han Solo
By DERRIK J. LANG AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES When speaking about “Star Wars,” there
Video Game Review
“Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege” Grade: B- Details: Ubisoft, for the Xbox One, PlayStation 4,
Ohio lawmakers fail to act on Planned Parenthood funding
The matter will be taken up again in early 2016
Trumbull engineer gets legal opinion on sharing workers
The Trumbull County Engineer’s office looks forward to continuing and expanding its use of workers from townships and villages to augment county highway workers for specific short-term projects.
Application filed for $2B gas pipeline in northern Ohio
Associated Press CLEVELAND The company planning to build a $2 billion gas pipeline across
December warm spell continues in Valley
December warm spell continues in Valley VIENNA A record high temperature of 63 degrees was set
WORTH a look
SALES Helping Hands Closet at Western Reserve United Methodist Church, 4580 Canfield Road,
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
courts TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael S. Alfrey, 29, of 1975 Southern Blvd.,
oddly enough
oddly enough Police: Burglary suspect identified by name on shirt LATROBE, Pa. Police say a
Food giveaway
Food giveaway Youngstown The United Methodist Community Center, 2401 Belmont Ave., will have a
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Michelle Sletvold and Edward Thompson, Youngstown, boy,
Bling is the thing as shown on one of the many decorated mortar boards at commencement.
Bling is the thing as shown on one of the many decorated mortar boards at commencement.
Canfield library branch opening soon
With the Canfield library about 97 percent complete, the 65,000-item collection is being readied for its January opening.
Saudi voters elect 20 women for posts
Saudi voters elect 20 women for posts RIYADH, Saudi Arabia Saudi voters elected 20 women for
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS With ‘Force’ looming, ‘Heart of Sea’ sinks NEW YORK The movie industry braced for
Graduation elation | 900 receive degrees at YSU fall commencement
WILLIAM D. LEWIS | THE VINDICATOR Madison Goske of Canfield gets a red rose from one of her professors, Dr. Thelma Silver, during the Youngstown State University commencement Sunday at the Beeghly Center. Goske received a bachelor’s degree in social work.
Ohio to use tax ID quiz again
Associated Press COLUMBUS State officials say tax filers in Ohio could again see an
Fitch baseball player signs with Mercyhurst
Fitch baseball player signs with Mercyhurst AUSTINTOWN Fitch High School senior Jared Kapturasky
Joshua Fellows of Boardman, center, clowns around before the commencement exercises Sunday at
Joshua Fellows of Boardman, center, clowns around before the commencement exercises Sunday at
YSU FALL CLASS OF 2015 GRADUATES Because the list of candidates for graduation honors had to be prepared in advance for the program, this list is tentative.
Total graduates: More than 900. Doctorates: 6. Educational specialists: 9. Master’s: 230.
COLLEGE BASKETBALL | Sunday’s games
MEN No. 4 Iowa State 78, Arkansas-Pine Bluff 64 AMES, IOWA Jameel McKay scored 18 points with
An estimated 5,000 people crowded into Youngstown State University’s Beeghly Center on Sunday
An estimated 5,000 people crowded into Youngstown State University’s Beeghly Center on Sunday to see
Trista Goss of Youngstown, who graduated Sunday from YSU, sends a message of thanks for the
Trista Goss of Youngstown, who graduated Sunday from YSU, sends a message of thanks for the
Shariah law fails women
Opinion: LONDON Set aside for a moment the violent incidents associated with people claiming to act under
Is a sales-tax increase in the offing in Trumbull?
Editorial: Eight months after Trumbull County commissioners received high praise from residents and this space
Trump keeps grabbing spotlight
Opinion: By Jonathan Bernstein Bloomberg View Not only is Donald Trump’s call for banning all Muslims
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the
COMING TOMORROW
COMING TOMORROW Mercy Health and Summa Health are creating largest clinically integrated network
Refugees as American as baseball
Opinion: By Olivia Alperstein OtherWords I recently watched an old movie called “Take Me Out to the Ball
Schiavoni bill would restrict advertising
By Bill Bush Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS How much tax money should the state allow charter
States expanded gun rights after Conn. massacre
Associated Press IOWA CITY, Iowa The 2012 massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School, in which a
Grove City student wins engineering conference
Grove City College’s Katherine Birmingham earns first place in engineering conference
birthdays
birthdays Actor Hal Williams (“227,” “Sanford and Son”) is 81. Singer Joyce Vincent- Wilson of
Obama aims to allay concerns about strategy to stop Islamic State
Associated Press WASHINGTON Fears of terrorism are hanging over America’s holiday season, so
College named one of most beautiful campuses
Grove City College is one of most beautiful Christian college campuses
Church will donate to needy at concert
Church will donate to needy at concert YOUNGSTOWN New Vision New Day Ministry, 1970 Everett
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday McDonald Community Chest, 7 p.m., Woodland Park United Methodist Church, 601 Ohio
Man fatally shot by deputies held on to gun, officials say
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A black man who was fatally shot by Los Angeles County Sheriff’s
IN THE HUDDLE
IN THE HUDDLE How local players fared Cincinnati Bengals Troy Hill, DB, Youngstown — Was
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Monday, Dec. 14, the 348th day of 2015. There are 17 days left in the year.
Planned Parenthood sues Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS Planned Parenthood sued Ohio’s health director Sunday in a dispute
Cuomo, Schumer: Feds should close gun-terror loophole
Associated Press NEW YORK Top New York officials demanded Sunday that the federal government
Sunday, December 13 (85 stories)
Far-right politicians collapse in French elections
Marine Le Pen is looking forward for revenge in the 2017 presidential race
More than 800 graduate at YSU's fall commencement
Many families watched with pride as their loved ones received degrees
Planned Parenthood sues Ohio's director of health
The dispute centers on the disposal of fetal tissue
For second day in a row, Greater Youngstown sets another heat record
The average temperature for the first half of the month is higher than the hottest full December in history
New $5 million Canfield library to open in January
It was built on the site of the former library at 43 W. Main St.
Black man fatally shot by LA deputies kept holding onto gun
Two deputies fired 33 bullets at the man Saturday
In aftermath of Sandy Hook three years ago, many states expand gun rights
More than 185,000 background checks for firearms took place on Black Friday last month
Ohio lawmakers end year with no action to defund Planned Parenthood
Supporters hope legislation will pass early in the new year
Pittsburgh upends Cincinnati 33-20 to keep AFC North race alive
Ben Roethlisberger had another great day
One dead, one injured in single-car crash in Portage County
The crash occurred about 2:40 a.m. in Paris
Browns end 7-game losing streak with 24-10 win over 49ers
Johnny Manziel delivered big for Cleveland
Youngers mark 50 years of marriage
NEW MIDDLETOWN A series of celebrations with friends and family marked the 50th anniversary of Mr.
Mahoning Valley community boasts connection to "Star Wars" film series
Leigh Brackett, who wrote first draft of second Star Wars movie, lived in Trumbull County town
Local farm is Living Nativity animal source
Living Nativity animals must be obedient, friendly and calm among crowds of strangers, handler says.
Johnny on the spot: Manziel gets a start
Johnny Manziel is expected to start against the 49ers today.
Win over Steelers would give Bengals division title
The Bengals (10-2) and Steelers (7-5) renew their rivalry with a lot at stake for both of them, and a lot of hard feelings between them.
‘Miracle on Easy Street’ will renew the tradition
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Christmas is a time for traditions. One of the most long-lived
Mentor pulls away from Fitch in second half
The Cardinals outscored the Falcons 53-33 in the second half.
Record-high temperature logged Saturday in the Mahoning Valley
Area on track for unusually warm December
Struggling Penguins fire Johnston
The Penguins fired Johnston and assistant Gary Agnew on Saturday morning.
Creative coding career classes
Students learned about coding careers for Computer Science Education Week
Publisher to re-release Brackett’s works in two new books
About the booKs “The Book of Stark:” 740 pages, $50. “The Leigh Brackett Centennial:” 500
Star Wars at sea
By Richard Tribou Orlando Sentinel (TNS) The force is strong with this ship. Disney Cruise Line
Truck, bus drivers required to electronically record hours
Associated Press WASHINGTON An estimated 3 million commercial truck and bus drivers must
Making merry
By Annie Calovich The Wichita Eagle (TNS) As with many artificial things in our virtual-reality
Week of December 13, 2015
Mary E. Davis to Starr Raab, Gault Road, North Jackson, $120,000. Victory Property Inc. to Veritas
MASONIC GRoups
MONDAY Past Matrons of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Eat’n Park in Austintown. The
Voters are in a quandary
Opinion: It happened again. An area officeholder was rumored to be the target of a criminal investigation,
Ohio’s death penalty has seen an astonishing evolution
Opinion: The evolution of the death penalty in Ohio is nothing less than astonishing. Five years ago, Ohio
State checkbook is a key to government openness
Editorial: It’s a mantra Ohioans have heard many times, but from our vantage point it never gets old: “I
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Disney On ice “Treasure Trove,” 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.: Introduce the
December in Youngstown Warm-weather records At 39.9 degrees, the average temperature for the first 11 days of December ranks among the warmest on record for the first half of the last month of the
1. 1982: 40.3 degrees 2. 1931: 39.3 degrees 3. 2006: 37.3 degrees 4. 1956: 36.5 degrees 5.
birthdays
birthdays Actor Dick Van Dyke is 90. Actor Christopher Plummer is 86. Actor-singer John Davidson
Yahoo’s new plan: spin off Internet business
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Internet pioneer Yahoo, under pressure from unhappy shareholders
Should you give a car as a holiday gift?
We’ve all seen those TV ads where happy couples wow each other with the holiday gift of a
School board chief made poor pick for commission
Opinion: School board chief made poor pick for commission I’m a little surprised, but it was not
YEARS AGO
Today is Sunday, Dec. 13, the 347th day of 2015. There are 18 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Holiday air travel projected to rise
Holiday air travel projected to rise A projected 38 million passengers will fly on U.S. carriers
In the coming weeks, we will be inundated with a laundry list of stories about the “best
In the coming weeks, we will be inundated with a laundry list of stories about the “best of”
The women of ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ BLASTING BARRIERS
By Meredith Woerner Los Angeles Times “That’s my chair.” Harrison Ford and Daisy Ridley had
publishers weekly best-sellers For the week ending Dec. 6
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Cross Justice,” by James Patterson (Little, Brown) 2. “Rogue Lawyer,” by
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Garden Gate will meet at 12:30 p.m. for a Christmas luncheon. Hostess is Michelle Wrikeman.
FEDERATED CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Youngstown Area Federation of Women’s Clubs Inc. will have a holiday celebration at
SENIOR CITIZENS
Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet for its annual Christmas party Tuesday at St. Mark’s
Fourteen and counting: Navy extends win streak vs. Army
With a shot at history at stake, Keenan Reynolds ended his Navy career with a clean sweep against Army.
Car bomb in Homs kills at least 16
Car bomb in Homs kills at least 16 BEIRUT A car bomb exploded Saturday in a government-held
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE
Race 1 —Dirt - Fast, 6 Furlongs | State Bred | Open | 2 Year Olds | MAIDEN SPECIAL WEIGHT | Purse
Bruce Kirkland presents the Marine Corps flag Saturday morning during the Wreaths Across America
Bruce Kirkland presents the Marine Corps flag Saturday morning during the Wreaths Across America
area bowling scores
AMRON LANES SRI Investment Seniors (12-9) — Doug Zolla 244-695, John Greene 277-687, Steve
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES RETIREMENTS Col. Begezda honored POLAND Retirement ceremonies for Col. Donald
Community fills a cruiser with toys to help local families
Community fills a cruiser with toys to help local families
What world climate pact will and won’t accomplish
Los Angeles Times (TNS) The historic climate agreement reached outside of Paris on Saturday for
Man charged in robbery from cabbie
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A Youngstown man is in the Mahoning County jail, accused of robbing a
Alabama’s Henry wins Heisman Trophy
Derrick Henry bulldozed defenses while carrying Alabama’s offense this season, and then walked away with a Heisman Trophy.
South Range boys edge Bristol in Hope Classic
South Range overcame a 24-16 halftime deficit to hold on for a 57-55 victory.
Ohio cities OK open-container districts
Associated Press TOLEDO It didn’t take long for a couple of Ohio cities to create outdoor
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
TEDxYoungstown
TEDxYoungstown YOUNGSTOWN The third TEDxYoungstown will take place Jan. 22 in the Ford Theater
LIMELIGHTS & CAREER PATHS
LAW Atty. Frederick S. Coombs III, a Youngstown bankruptcy and creditors rights attorney and
INSIDE ON HOME
INSIDE ON HOME Trends to look for – and look out for – in the holiday decorating landscape of
Average gas price seen dropping below $2
Associated Press DALLAS Gasoline is close to breaking below a key psychological barrier as
Predictable punishment builds child’s immunity
Tribune News Service (TNS) This is the third and final installment of my “Wrong Things Experts
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Truharn, McBride collaborate for book
Truharn, McBride collaborate for book Authors Greg Truhan and James McBride, who are Youngstown
Youngstown Chapter of the Links marks friendship month
Activities were to demonstrate acts of friendship and service
HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY Lou Pizzuto
HONOREE Residence: Liberty Township Date of birth: Dec. 10, 1925, in Youngstown FAMILY
Columbiana, TRUMBULL COUNTY Courts
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Nationwide Mutual Fire Insurance Co. v. Daniel May,
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Mahoning County District Board of Health finance committee, 8 a.m., Canfield
Survivors of Suicide groups will meet
Survivors of Suicide groups will meet BOARDMAN Help Hotline Crisis Center’s Survivors of Suicide
up for adoption
Go online to angelsforanimals.org or call 330-549-1111 for more information. Name: Liddy Info:
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Man accused of hate crime in mosque fire
Associated Press COACHELLA, Calif. A 23-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of
Radosevich saddles 2,000th career win
Radosevich saddles 2,000th career win Austintown Trainer Jeff Radosevich hit a personal
Car Club revs up for two-year old with rare form of cancer
Carme Miller of Alliance has been diagnosed with Giant Cell Gioblastoma.
Trump, Carson have until March to decide whether to run as independents
Associated Press WASHINGTON Donald Trump and Ben Carson could dangle the possibility of
Generations join in the Wreaths Across America ceremony
Generations join in the Wreaths Across America ceremony
Akiva Academy seeks supporters of Pajama Program
Akiva Academy seeks supporters of Pajama Program YOUNGSTOWN The children, teachers and
Saturday, December 12 (80 stories)
State patrol uses stop sticks twice to nab driver in fleeing vehicle
State patrol uses stop sticks twice to nab driver in fleeing vehicle
Record-high temperature logged Saturday in the Mahoning Valley
Record-high temperature logged Saturday in the Mahoning Valley
SUNDAY SPECIAL | Mahoning Valley community boasts connection to "Star Wars" film series
SUNDAY SPECIAL | Mahoning Valley community boasts connection to "Star Wars" film series
Car Club revs up for two-year old with rare form of cancer
Car Club revs up for two-year old with rare form of cancer
Community fills a cruiser with toys to help local families
Community fills a cruiser with toys to help local families
Generations join in the Wreaths Across America ceremony
Generations join in the Wreaths Across America ceremony
Paige Aron | Samuel Miller
YOUNGSTOWN Paige Aron and Samuel Miller were married on Aug. 1 in a ceremony officiated by Pastor
Tashayla Forest | Stephen Lunders
YOUNGSTOWN The Rev. Kenneth L. Simon solemnized the wedding vows of Tashayla Forest and Stephen
Sarah McCooey | Garrett Schmitz
ALEXANDRIA, VA. The Cherry Blossom Riverboat was the setting of the 5 p.m. Oct. 23 ceremony and
James, Mozgov help Cavs make Magic disappear
LeBron James had 25 points and eight assists and the Cavaliers rolled 111-76.
Former Cavalier Williams dies at 53
Hot Rod Williams died Friday in a Baton Rouge hospital from complications related to prostate cancer.
Harding too much for Canfield in AAC
Five Raiders were in double figures, led by Shakem Johnson’s 21 points.
Brown happy to return punts for Steelers
Brown has scored four touchdowns in that role during his six-year career.
The incumbent write-in Struthers mayor was outspent by his Democratic opponent, but still won
The committee backing the Mill Creek tax issue spent $70,761 on the successful campaign
Jason Bonham embraces late father’s fame Led Zeppelin legacy
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Dazed at times but not confused is how Jason Bonham
Niles seeks permission to transfer money to general fund, utility funds
The Niles law director seeks court permission to transfer $474,199,98 from four funds to the city’s general fund and $700,000 to three utility funds. It’s a total of $1,174,199.90.
Items from the late Rev. Lonnie Kwajo A. Simon’s collection to be sold
The sale is set Sunday at New Bethel Baptist Church in Youngstown.
Speaker will share nontraditional Christmas stories
Staff report LIBERTY Regina Rees will lecture on unusual Christmas stories at 10 a.m. next
Willard Scott of ‘Today’ will retire
Associated Press NEW YORK With Willard Scott announcing his retirement, centenarians will have
Campaign finances for candidates and issues on the Nov. 3 ballot
Campaign finances for candidates and issues on the Nov. 3 ballot
Special open house
Special open house YOUNGSTOWN The public is invited to a special open house celebrating the
Fitch grad Billy Price reflects on OSU’s season
The sophomore left guard is a two-year starter for the Buckeyes.
Charged with illegal possession of firearm
Charged with illegal possession of firearm YOUNGSTOWN A city man was arrested this week on a
Ohio pot legalization group spent more than $21M in failed effort
Associated Press COLUMBUS Supporters spent more than $21 million on a losing fall campaign to
McDonald’s pace wears down Lowellville
Coach Jeff Rasile has been looking for a spark to get his McDonald Blue Devils going.
Schiano set to join OSU coaching staff
Ohio State hired former Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Rutgers coach Greg Schiano as co-defensive coordinator on Friday.
OSHP can train Cleveland police cadets, judge rules
Associated Press CLEVELAND Cleveland can proceed with plans to have 50 police cadets receive the
Two Heisman finalists could be back in 2016
Alabama’s Derrick Henry is the favorite to win the award tonight.
Choffin gives
Choffin Career and Technical Center students and staff collect gloves and hats for preschoolers
More we learn, better we catch
Opportunities to watch fish react to lures are great learning experiences for anglers, regardless of
Ticket demand brisk for Elton John’s upcoming concert at Covelli Centre
Ticket demand brisk for Elton John’s upcoming concert at Covelli Centre
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Saturday, Dec. 12, the 346th day of 2015. There are 19 days left in the year.
What if Trump gets nod?
Opinion: Last summer, a lot of people I know thought Donald Trump was a joke who would implode before year’s
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Amanda Barbone and Nicholas Eubanks, Canfield, girl, Dec.
Choir to perform
Choir to perform STRUTHERS The choir of Struthers Parkside Church, 110 Poland Ave., will perform
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HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
My ‘bird cage’ feeding station
Over the last 30 years, deer and raccoons have cost me a small fortune. Though I never intentionally
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Disney on Ice “Treasure Trove,” 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.: Three
Boardman township and law-enforcement officials urge caution while driving
Officials stress the importance of patience, focus and sobriety
Advent retreat based on Twelve Words of Christmas
A video by Louie Giglio was featured on the imporant message.
birthdays
birthdays Game-show host Bob Barker is 92. Singer Connie Francis is 78. Singer Dionne Warwick is
Arbitrator upholds firing for Trumbull corrections officer who used drug without prescription
An arbitrator has upheld the firing of Ryan Tolone, a former corrections officer at the Trumbull County jail.
Christ set example of loving enemies
The necessity of praying for our enemies stems from the very essence of the moral teaching of Jesus
Submit details on Christmas services
Submit details on Christmas services The Vindicator will publish a listing of area services that
Chamber board gets four new members
Chamber board gets four new members YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber’s board of
Obama’s speech on terrorism failed because it lacked clarity
Opinion: By Dick Meyer Scripps Washington Bureau At a moment when Americans can be excused for being
Fiscal woes in Liberty now demand tough love from township trustees
Editorial: During this season of shar- ing, elected officials may be inclined toward generosity, but in
Dow, DuPont to merge to form $130B company
Associated Press DOVER, Del Dow Chemical and DuPont are merging to form a company valued at
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .128.86-0.31 Aqua America, .71
4 bikers shot in Waco with gun type police use
Associated Press FORT WORTH, Texas Four of the nine people killed in a melee between rival biker
Obama, Congress avert government shutdown
Associated Press WASHINGTON Avoiding the high drama of recent year-end budget fights, President
up for adoption
How to adopt: Call West Side Cats at 330-792-4228. Visit them at the shelter at 2217 Mahoning Ave.,
Oil-price rout sinks markets
Associated Press NEW YORK Another sharp drop in the price of oil prompted investors to dump
Ohio EPA addresses rotten-egg smell near Lafarge demolition debris landfill
The OEPA came to Lordstown this week for a public meeting regarding complaints of a rotten-eggs smell emanating from the Lafarge Lordstown Construction Recovery Landfill.
Climate negotiators: Deal is close
Associated Press LE BOURGET, France Talks on a global pact to fight global warming appeared to
sunday news shows
sunday news shows Guest lineups Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”:
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Publisher seeks to drop suit against SFlbJ.D. Salinger’s family CONCORD, N.H. A
Mahoning County Educational Service Center puts on Polar Express event for families
About 75 families showed up for crafts, caroling and a visit with Santa
austintown Event benefits brewery owner
By AMANDA TONOLI atonoli@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Paladin Brewing patrons raised their glasses to
Fired officer’s convictions a rare triumph for rape victims
Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY The rape convictions that could put a fired Oklahoma City police
The Oakhill trial judge said a long case could cause jurors to ‘lose interest’
She’s instructed attorneys to ‘streamline the case’
Clinton vows to defeat IS if elected
Clinton vows to defeat IS if elected TULSA, Okla. Campaigning in Republican territory, Hillary
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty, Hubbard, the city of
Family of teen shot joins call for change
Associated Press CHICAGO The family of a black teenager shot 16 times by a white Chicago police
Poll respondents on Trump: no compassion, no problem
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republican voters don’t think Donald Trump is likable. They don’t
Man gets 7 years in 2013 homicide
Randall Miller was sentenced in the 2013 slaying of Frank James Brown on Youngstown’s East Side.
Two drivers suffer non-incapacitating injuries in I-80 crash
Two drivers suffered non-incapacitating injuries in a three-vehicle accident in the westbound lanes of Interstate 80 at 8:46 p.m. Thursday at Salt Springs Road.
Akron Children’s Hospital event raises funds for Pediatric Palliative Care Center
The seventh-annual “Holiday Hopes and Wishes” raises money for the Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley Palliative Care Fund.
West Side Cats to offer holiday events
West Side Cats to offer holiday events YOUNGSTOWN West Side Cats will host Christmas events and
Gaborik’s goal lifts Kings over Penguins
Gaborik scored in the fourth round of the tiebreaker to lift Kings to their sixth straight win.
Lowellville gun show
Lowellville gun show Lowellville The Mahoning Valley Gun Collectors will have a winter gun show
Sembach’s Tigers rally to stay perfect
Newton Falls took advantage of an early lead, but then lost it before battling back to beat Girard.
Boardman bounces back against East
Boardman High’s Gannon Murray has logged quite a few minutes during his varsity career.
Friday, December 11 (105 stories)
One dead following crash this morning in Mercer County
One dead following crash this morning in Mercer County
Oakhill trial judge says a long case could cause jurors to ‘lose interest’
Oakhill trial judge says a long case could cause jurors to ‘lose interest’
Water boil alert continues for Girard, parts of Liberty and Weathersfield
Water boil alert continues for Girard, parts of Liberty and Weathersfield
Protesters disrupt Donald Trump speech at NYC luncheon
Protesters disrupt Donald Trump speech at NYC luncheon
House backs bill to exclude climate change from trade deals
House backs bill to exclude climate change from trade deals
Pennsylvania school sports agency sued over concussions
Pennsylvania school sports agency sued over concussions
UPDATE | Planned Parenthood: Ohio AG’s report on fetuses is ’false’
Planned Parenthood: Ohio AG’s report on fetuses is ’false’
Army Ranger dies after being injured in training exercise
Army Ranger dies after being injured in training exercise
Ex-deputy charged in 2 Ohio killings - one while on duty
Ex-deputy charged in 2 Ohio killings - one while on duty
Boardman police investigating bomb threat at township business
Boardman police investigating bomb threat at township trustees
Spanish police officer hurt in central Kabul car-bomb attack
Spanish police officer hurt in central Kabul car-bomb attack
US Rep. Tim Ryan hosts military academy nominations breakfast Sunday
US Rep. Tim Ryan hosts military academy nominations breakfast Sunday
Ohio AG: Aborted Ohio fetuses disposed in landfills
Ohio AG: Aborted Ohio fetuses disposed in landfills
Stocks drop in morning trading as oil price falls again
Stocks drop in morning trading as oil price falls again
Ex-Okla. cop's rape conviction symbol of national problem
Ex-Okla. cop's rape conviction symbol of national problem
Funerals for 14 killed in Calif. massacre somberly begin
Funerals for 14 killed in Calif. massacre somberly begin
Youngstown man gets 7 years in prison for role in 2013 homicide
Youngstown man gets 7 years in prison for role in 2013 homicide
Judge blocks operations of daily fantasy sports sites in NY
Judge blocks operations of daily fantasy sports sites in NY
Ohio surplus auction offers 1965 Pontiac LeMans convertible
Ohio surplus auction offers 1965 Pontiac LeMans convertible
Verizon Wireless kicks off its Hope for the Holidays toy drive
Verizon Wireless kicks off its Hope for the Holidays toy drive
Suicide bomber kills 7 in northern Cameroon attack
Suicide bomber kills 7 in northern Cameroon attack
US producer prices rise 0.3 pct. on higher profit margins
US producer prices rise 0.3 pct. on higher profit margins
Cleveland landmark status sought for WWII memorial
Cleveland landmark status sought for WWII memorial
Two drivers suffer injuries in I-80 crash
Two drivers suffer non-incapacitating injuries in I-80 crash
Actors illuminate the darkness of unforgettable ‘Room’
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer Arresting and heartbreaking, wrought with extremes of
The Church of the Rock to sponsor summit on pornography
Pastor Reid Lamport said the event Tuesday addresses control and impact.
‘Carol,’ ‘Short,’ ‘Revenant’ top Globes film nods
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer Though the Golden Globes spread its nominations around, the
Solace of the Valley plans to expand opportunities for individuals recovering from addiction
Organization working to secure adult-education scholarsips
Cops: Pair chase women down in spat over food stamp card
Two women jailed on aggravated-robbery charges
Holy Land Gifts are handcrafted in the land where Jesus lived
Olive wood is used in the unique carvings.
Obama shifts policy
Opinion: The Obama administration quietly announced a significant new escalation in its war against Islamic
New Mahoning County senior levy going on ballot
The senior levy on the March 15 ballot would be a new 1-mill, five-year countywide real estate tax.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Disney On Ice “Treasure Trove,” 7 p.m.: Characters from the
Motorist charged with DUI in Liberty
Motorist charged with DUI in Liberty LIBERTY A Youngstown man will be arraigned Tuesday in
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Friday, Dec. 11, the 345th day of 2015. There are 20 days left in the year.
oddly enough
oddly enough Moscow authorities to offer free Wi-Fi at cemeteries MOSCOW As part of their
After Calif. shootings, fears of Muslim harassment rise
Associated Press NEW YORK A severed pig’s head was left outside a mosque in Philadelphia. An
SPORTS digest
OSU’s Washington cited for solicitation COLUMBUS Ohio State officials say defensive lineman
CLUB CALENDAR
ATHLETIC GROUPS McDonald Sideliners will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the high school. AUXILIARIES
Mount Union gets another shot at Whitewater
The two teams have played nine times in the postseason — all in the Stagg Bowl national championship game. Whitewater won six of those games.
GM fund pays $594.5M for 399 claims
Associated Press DETROIT Lawyers hired to compensate victims of General Motors’ faulty ignition
Probe of Niles city government puts Mayor Infante in spotlight
Opinion: The relationship between Niles Mayor Ralph A. Infante and the Cafaro Co. – particularly with Anthony
Boardman Community Briefs
Boardman High School to host Winter Orchestra Festival The award-winning Boardman High School
'Ban-the-box' bill heads to Kasich for signature
Public agencies would not be allowed to ask job-seekers about past felony convictions as part of written employment applications
Pedestrian, 77, killed
Pedestrian, 77, killed COLUMBIANA The Lisbon Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is
Cavaliers guards Irving, Shumpert nearing return to lineup
Kyrie Irving is getting on a plane with the Cavaliers. His next trip could be onto the floor.
Panel approves 2016 county budget
The sheriff’s and coroner’s office and 911 center got all the money they asked for.
MLK Elementary science fair rekindles an interest in science
MLK Elementary science fair rekindles an interest in science
Congress tries to wrap up talks on spending, tax bills
Associated Press WASHINGTON With the holidays beckoning, negotiations intensified on Capitol
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Two commissioners say sales tax hike still possible
Two commissioners say sales tax hike still possible
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Jonathan L. Wilkins, legal age, 3315 Old Orchard
Grant proposals
Grant proposals YOUNGSTOWN The Young Philanthropist Fund is welcoming proposals from nonprofit
Youngstown is buying $757,000 in equipment to demolish vacant structures
The city will purchase other demolition equipment shortly
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Temple faculty: Rescind Cosby degree PHILADELPHIA Temple University faculty have
Mercy Health employees get new Cruzes
Mercy Health employees were given an early Christmas present on Thursday morning.
Sharp spike in homicides in Youngstown demands communitywide response
Editorial: The notoriously mean streets of Youngstown have grown alarmingly meaner over the short span of
Selected local stocks
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birthdays
birthdays Actress Rita Moreno is 84. Actress Donna Mills (“Knots Landing”) is 75. Singer Brenda
Penalties set for sex offenders who fail to register online
The measure now goes to the House for consideration
Kasich asks schools for help with drug crisis
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s governor and top law enforcer asked educators across the state
Warren man gets eight years in prison for role in gunfight
De’Shawn L. Dorsey, 25, sentenced to eight years in prison after pleading guilty to gunfight
A Mahoning County grand jury Thursday handed up indictments against these people on these charges:
A Mahoning County grand jury Thursday handed up indictments against these people on these charges:
Geneva police hunt 4 said to have IS ties
Associated Press GENEVA Working on a tip from the CIA, Geneva police were hunting for at least
Accident closes portion of I-80
Staff report WEATHERSFIELD The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating an accident that
Ex-cop found guilty of rape, other counts
Ex-cop found guilty of rape, other counts OKLAHOMA CITY A former Oklahoma City police officer
Diabetes Partnership introduces Jean Rider scholarship
Three $1,000 scholarships will be awarded each year
New Castle author event is Saturday
New Castle author event is Saturday NEW CASTLE, PA. Melanie Atmore will host a book-signing
More PREP results from Thursday
Columbiana 53, Crestview 40 COLUMBIANA Alexis Cross had 19 points Kennedy Fullum for the
Poland Community Briefs
Wreath ceremony in Poland cemetery The old Poland Village Cemetery adjoining the Presbyterian
Family events ease holiday stress
By NATALIE WRIGHT Neighbors Editor The holiday season is just around the corner and before you
Division III NATIONAL SEMIFINAL No. 1 Mount Union (13-0) vs. No. 5 Wisconsin-Whitewater (12-1)
Kickoff: Saturday at noon at Mount Union Stadium, 1972 Clark Ave., Alliance. Media: ESPN3 (live
On the links | Thursday’s other professional golf results
FRANKLIN TEMPLETON SHOOTOUT NAPLES, FLA. Matt Kuchar and Harris English are in first place with
Freeney’s forced fumble clinches Cardinals’ victory
Dwight Freeney stripped the ball from Teddy Bridgewater with 5 seconds remaining/
Sparta prevails in sixth annual Greek Olympics
In an effort to reinforce the Ancient Greek material taught in class, seventh-grade teachers Carlo
Boardman’s Land Bank program seeks to protect and stabilize neighborhoods
Township residents learned about the Boardman Township Land Bank, as well as other initiatives,
Nov. 23
Nov. 23 Theft: Davis Waggoner, 32, of Washington Square, was issued a summons for theft of $200 of
Boardman library knits friendships together
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Every month the Boardman library hosts the All
Monster book fair is a scary-good time
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Stadium Drive Elementary School had their biggest
Dec. 3
Dec. 3 Theft: A woman reported a $9,000 wedding ring missing while in the process of moving to
Nov. 15
Nov. 15 Harassing phone calls: A report of harassing and threatening phone calls at a home in the
Austintown library helps create new artists
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Austintown library hosted its monthly Art
Local author shares own story
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Twice a year the Poland library hosts a local
Poland Union Elementary School helps send Christmas trees overseas
Poland Union Elementary School has been creating ornaments to raise money for the Ohio Christmas Tree Association. Pioneer Trails Tree Farm visited Poland Union on Nov. 20 to receive a check to help fund Operation Evergreen, which sends Christmas trees to troops overseas.
First Night Canfield awards button design to Canfield student
First Night Canfield named Emily Dunlap, a ninth-grade Canfield resident, the winner of the button
Professionals visit CHC for annual Career Day
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at C.H. Campbell Elementary School attended the
Canfield Community Briefs
Fun time for 4s and 5s Join the MetroParks Farm library at 10 a.m. on Dec. 22 for developmentally
Polar Run to raise funds
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown-Fitch High School hosted its second
C.H. students get creative with pumpkins
C.H. Campbell Elementary School students had the opportunity to get creative this Halloween for the school’s PTO annual pumpkin decorating contest.
Blood drive helps community
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Austintown library hosted a blood drive in
Books bring babies together
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Poland library hosted the Bonding with
Thursday, December 10 (98 stories)
Salem man dies after being struck in middle of Route 45
Salem man dies after being struck in middle of Route 45
Lane reduction tonight through Friday morning on I-80 westbound in Austintown
Lane reduction tonight through Friday morning on I-80 westbound in Austintown
Youngstown is buying $757,000 in equipment to demolish vacant structures
Youngstown is buying $757,000 in equipment to demolish vacant structures
GOP report: Administration misled Congress on Bergdahl swap
GOP report: Administration misled Congress on Bergdahl swap
Ex-Fogle associate gets 27 years on child-porn charges
Ex-Fogle associate gets 27 years on child-porn charges
Ohio governor, AG ask help of schools to fight drug deaths
Ohio governor, AG ask help of schools to fight drug deaths
More hearings ordered on FirstEnergy proposed deal
More hearings ordered on FirstEnergy proposed deal
Custodian finds bullet-riddled body near Pa. Catholic school
Custodian finds bullet-riddled body near Pa. Catholic school
Ohio lawmakers fail to act on Planned Parenthood funding
Ohio lawmakers fail to act on Planned Parenthood funding
75-year-old Youngstown man faces charges after arrest in Liberty
75-year-old Youngstown man faces charges after arrest in Liberty
Mahoning commissioners approve $34M 2016 general fund budget
Mahoning commissioners approve 2016 budget
Youngstown police investigating overnight West Side shooting
Youngstown police investigating overnight West Side shooting
US courthouse in Cincinnati locked down today, bomb scare cited
US courthouse in Cincinnati locked down, bomb scare cited
GM ignition switch fund pays out $594.5M on 399 claims
GM ignition switch fund pays out $594.5M on 399 claims
3 suspended after wrong horse wins at Mahoning Valley race track
3 suspended after wrong horse wins at Mahoning Valley race track
Ohio man sentenced in federal child pornography case
Ohio man sentenced in federal child pornography case
St. Elizabeth hospital unveils new Cruze fleet
This morning, 25 Lordstown-built Chevrolet Cruzes were started on the rooftop of Mercy Health's St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital.
Stage stars, Tressel in orchestra concert
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A pair of Broadway veterans and Youngstown State University President
Fitch students foresee future at trade fair
There is a huge gap between high school and the adult world, and this program attempts to bridge that.
Blue Ash’s Frank Secich shares stories from a life of rock ’n’ roll
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Frank Secich has spent his life crafting infectious power
Pittsburgh Symphony returns to New Castle
Staff report NEW CASTLE, PA. The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra will celebrate the holidays when
Kenny G The sultan of smooth jazz
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com As popular as Kenny G is stateside, the smooth jazz
SPORTS digest
Kennedy a finalist for Freshman of the Year YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State kicker Zak Kennedy
oddly enough
oddly enough Sewer plant helps create snow for small slice of town STATE COLLEGE, Pa. A sewer
Arson ruled
Arson ruled YOUNGSTOWN Arson has been ruled in a blaze about 12:45 a.m. Thursday at an East Side
Chicago mayor apologizes for teen’s death, vows reform
Associated Press CHICAGO Mayor Rahm Emanuel, known for keeping vise-like control over Chicago
CD RATES
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Selected local stocks
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AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Leading Ladies,SDRq by Sam Ludwig, directed by Sam Luptak Jr., Salem Community
Man held without bond in Warren stabbing
Chamazez L. Scott, 19, held without eligibility to make bond after his arraignment on two counts of abduction and two counts of aggravated burglary.
Obama’s speech a dud
Opinion: When the president of the United States asks the television networks to set aside time for him to
Boxing great Earnie Shavers tells students about his Braceville roots, powerful punch
Of all the sports icons in Valley history, former heavyweight boxer Earnie Shavers of Braceville ranks among the greats for those who remember him.
“Toy Story at 20: TO INFINITY AND BEYOND” (8 P.M., ABC): It’s time to give our
“Toy Story at 20: TO INFINITY AND BEYOND” (8 P.M., ABC): It’s time to give our props to Buzz and
Devine intervention: Former Mineral Ridge RB helps save Indiana’s season
Devine Redding stepped up in the Hoosiers’ last two games to help them become bowl-eligible.
AAC victory in the Cards for growing Canfield team
The Cardinals rallied to beat the Howland Tigers, 54-50.
Ginger, sage, rosemary and cloves Scents of the season
By Pat Fuller OSU Extension master gardener volunteer Fragrances leave a strong imprint on our
Injuries happen when AFC North rivals get together
Maybe it’s a coincidence. After all, as the Pittsburgh Steelers regularly point out, the injury rate in the NFL is 100 percent.
French classes in Jan.
French classes in Jan. Three levels of French classes will be offered in January. Crash Course
MORE GIRLS BASKETBALL FROM WEDNESDAY
Warren Harding 68, East 44 YOUNGSTOWN Harding held East to 10 points in the first half and then
Love birding?
Love birding? Our series on bird feeding and the 12 birds of winter begins Dec. 24. You’ll learn
How do insects survive winter?
How do insects survive winter? Some avoid the cold, others have natural anti-freeze and some
These grasses must go
Q. For the last five to six years, certain parts of my lawn turn brown during the winter. The areas
DEVINE REDDInG AT A GLANCE
DEVINE REDDInG AT A GLANCE Hometown: Youngstown High schools: Mineral Ridge and Cleveland
Krizancic’s return highlights United Way Classic
The fourth annual United Way Holiday Basketball Classic will take place Saturday at Poland.
Mahoning Valley Race Course: Wednesday’s results
RACE 1 $10,000 - 3 yo’s & up, 1M 70Y, CLM $7,500 6 Lucky Luminaire (Paucar, E.) $9.20$3.40$2.80
Keep watering evergreens!
Keep watering evergreens! We can’t emphasize it enough – water your evergreens as long as you can.
Holiday deliveries
Holiday deliveries YOUNGSTOWN The U.S. Postal Service expects to deliver a total of about 15.5
Manziel says he learned hard lesson
Manziel says he wants to make the most of his new chance to start.
Three attorneys are running for the 32nd Ohio Senate District seat next year
They will succeed state Sen. Capri Cafaro, who can’t run in 2016 because of the state’s term-limits law
Trumbull County officials: fewer dollars for capital improvements in 2016
Trumbull County commissioners and Auditor Adrian Biviano say the spending plan they expect to write for 2016 won’t include layoffs or a tax increase as long as revenues and expenses fall in line with expectations.
Ohio bill would protect pastors who refuse to perform same-sex marriages
State Rep. Michele Lepore-Hagan of Youngstown opposes the bill
Ohio AG wants tougher officer-training standards
Drug screening, psychological exams and other pre-certification testing would be a next step in the state’s efforts to ensure officers are adequately trained.
Warren woman’s bizarre death ruled accidental
A young woman died Sunday evening at her home on Bonnie Brae Avenue Northeast in what a longtime Warren police officer says is one of the most bizarre deaths he has seen.
Change to education law OK’d in Congress
Change to education law OK’d in Congress WASHINGTON Those federally mandated math and reading
‘Mary Poppins’ at the Playhouse
‘Mary Poppins’ at the Playhouse From left, Caleb Bordonaro, Kayla Boye and Don Wolford in a scene
Barrel33, 8208 E. Market St., Warren; 330-395-9463
Barrel33, 8208 E. Market St., Warren; 330-395-9463 Sat: Matt Boser, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Barrel Run
Carter: US ready to do more to help Iraqis retake Ramadi
Associated Press WASHINGTON In a steady escalation of the fight against Islamic State militants,
Women in combat: An equal fight
Opinion: By Gayle Tzemach Lemmon Los Angeles Times “The issue of women in combat per se was no longer a
Movies arriving at theaters with Force
We’re getting into the time of the year when Oscar contenders start to show up at theaters, although
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Colorado suspect says he’s ‘warrior for babies’
Associated Press COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. The man accused of killing three people at a Colorado
Supreme Court orders release of FitzGerald records
The former gubernatorial candidate's key-card records will be released
‘Trumbo’ leads SAG nominees
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer LOS ANGELES The Hollywood blacklist drama “Trumbo” scored a
san bernardino massacre Man who bought rifles for gunman was a relative
Associated Press RIVERSIDE, Calif. The man who purchased two assault rifles used in the San
Trump controversies drown out rivals
Associated Press MANCHESTER, N.H. Even campaigning half as much as his rivals, Donald Trump is
‘Youngstown Anthology’ reading
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Historical Society will present a reading and book
boston Officials: Norovirus present at Chipotle
Associated Press BOSTON More than 120 Boston College students have fallen ill, and public-health
Dems introduce bill to block abortion clinic protesters
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President, GOP leaders must end ISIS bickering
Editorial: Islamic extremists operating under the aegis of Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham, also known as
‘White Christmas’ at Main Street
‘White Christmas’ at Main Street Snow falls over cast members during a musical number in Crown
Red Wanting Blue at House of Blues
Red Wanting Blue at House of Blues Columbus-based rockers Red Wanting Blue have scheduled a two-
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS German leader Merkel named Time’s Person of the Year NEW YORK German Chancellor
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Horizon Science Academy Governing Board, 6 p.m., 3403 Southern Blvd., Youngstown.
Contract extension expected for interim superintendent
Stephen Stohla, interim Youngstown superintendent, is expected to get a six-month contract extension
Mayor McNally: It's up to city officials and the community to prioritize projects
Mayor McNally: It's up to city officials and the community to prioritize projects
Coal kingpin avoids serious time
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Disgraced coal baron Don Blankenship didn’t get what he deserves in
birthdays
birthdays Actress Fionnula Flanagan (“Waking Ned Devine”) is 74. Actor Tommy Kirk is 74. Singer
Art show, sale opens at DNA galleries
Staff report WARREN “The Gift of Art,” a holiday group exhibition and sale, will open Saturday
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK In the Heart of the Sea (PG-13) Ron Howard directed this epic about the 1820
GM to replace engine parts to fix problem of car fires
Associated Press DETROIT General Motors Co. has decided to replace several key engine parts to
Trumbull judges grant early release to woman who stole money from Niles
Heidi Powell did not speak to a judge before she was released six weeks early from state prison
Lecture on antique cards at museum
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN George Johnson, an expert on antique Christmas decorations, will give a
Canfield city council has open discussion about financial future
Council members discussed possible cuts to be made while reviewing the general fund expenditures.
MCCTC Floral Design Class Open House
MCCTC Floral Design Class Open House When: Weekdays through Dec. 16, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. What: Nice
Test soil before applying ash to lawn, garden
By David Sprague OSU Extension master gardener volunteer With cool temperatures, it’s the time
Wednesday, December 9 (91 stories)
Contract extension expected for interim superintendent
Contract extension expected for interim superintendent
Youthful visions presented for future of downtown Youngstown
Youthful visions presented for future of downtown Youngstown
North Face co-founder Tompkins dies in Chile accident
North Face co-founder Tompkins dies in Chile accident
Pa. Gov. Wolf says he’s sticking to budget deal, amid new GOP demand
Wolf says he’s sticking to budget deal, amid new GOP demand
Campbell students join Pittsburgh Pirates players at art scavenger hunt at Butler
Campbell students join Pittsburgh Pirates players at art scavenger hunt at Butler
Ghossain's food stores host toy drive for Akron Children's hospital in Boardman
Ghossain's food stores host toy drive for Akron Children's hospital in Boardman
Pennsylvania town mulling prayer ordinance after ACLU threat
Pennsylvania town mulling prayer ordinance after ACLU threat
Authorities seek man for killing wife at Ohio nursing home
Authorities seek man for killing wife at Ohio nursing home
Mother tries to withdraw guilty plea in death of young son in Ohio
Mother tries to withdraw guilty plea in death of young son in Ohio
Poll: Nearly two-thirds of likely GOP primary voters back Trump’s Muslim ban
Poll: Nearly two-thirds of likely GOP primary voters back Trump’s Muslim ban
Beaver Township Historical Society seeking Christmas photos
Beaver Township Historical Society seeking Christmas photos
Ohio Dems introduce bill to block abortion clinic protesters
Ohio Dems introduce bill to block abortion clinic protesters
Israel’s Netanyahu rejects Trump comments on Muslims
Israel’s Netanyahu rejects Trump comments on Muslims
Tips for Successful Outdoor Adventures this Season
Tips for Successful Outdoor Adventures this Season
OSHP: Trucker accused of shooting other semitrailer
Ohio patrol: trucker accused of shooting other semitrailer
Chicago mayor apologizes for 2014 shooting, vows reforms
Chicago mayor apologizes for 2014 shooting, vows reforms
Ohio bill would protect pastors who refuse to perform same-sex marriages
Ohio bill would protect pastors who refuse to perform same-sex marriages
Ohio county GOP doesn’t endorse in race to fill Boehner seat
Ohio county GOP doesn’t endorse in race to fill Boehner seat
Boardman car left unlocked and you'll never guess what happens next
Boardman car left unlocked and the obvious happens
Powell gets early release from Niles theft conviction
Powell gets early release from Niles theft conviction
2 Pennsylvania districts may keep schools closed after break
2 Pennsylvania districts may keep schools closed after break
Supreme Court orders release of FitzGerald's key card data
Supreme Court orders release of Fitzgerald's key card data
City man arrested after police find heroin, guns on the South Side
City man arrested after police find heroin, guns
‘Star Wars’ director Abrams on best way to watch his film
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer LOS ANGELES J.J. Abrams can’t really settle on a favorite
Chris Hemsworth on fame, Thor and ‘Heart of the Sea’ Powerful presence
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK Hosting “Saturday Night Live” earlier this year, Chris
A special prosecutor is investigating ‘alleged illegal activity’ in Niles
The investigation includes theft in office, tampering with records, falsification and dereliction of duty
Congressman Ryan introduces bill to toughen fentanyl laws as Trumbull fentanyl deaths rise
On the heels of a second spike in fentanyl-related drug overdose deaths in Trumbull County three months ago, Ryan has teamed up with a Florida congressman to toughen federal laws
Unity Centre members send out love through Christmas project
Love a Bear, Share a Bear goes with Giving Tree gifts
Antal resigns, new interim president takes title
The story of St. Vincent de Paul dining hall continues
Tressel joins his father Lee in College Football Hall of Fame
Jim Tressel was 135-57-2 at YSU and 94-22 at OSU.
Stopping climate change
Opinion: By Craig Shapiro People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Dozens and dozens of world leaders
Boston College: 80 sickened after eating at Chipotle
Associated Press BOSTON Boston College said Tuesday the number of students complaining of
Mo. professor’s assault on free speech goes unpunished
Editorial: What a troubling, tumultuous and chilling month of conflict, carnage and terror the past 30 days
Secrecy shrouds election spending
Opinion: By Marge Baker OtherWords Since the Supreme Court’s Citizens United decision paved the way for
More college football news & notes
EKU hires CWRU grad Mark Elder as head coach RICHMOND, KY. Eastern Kentucky has confirmed the
Heartwarming holiday treats
Family Features The holiday season is never complete without friends and family gathered ‘round
Attorney Percy Squire, a Youngstown native, is getting his law license back
His license has been suspended by the Ohio Supreme Court for more than four years
Selected local stocks
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Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Jackelyn Garrett and Christopher Kiewall, New Waterford,
Television shows with a holiday flavor that are being released on DVD this week include:
Television shows with a holiday flavor that are being released on DVD this week include: v “Pee-
High business taxes hurt the US
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service Get in front of progressives, which the American public does
Shop With A Cop planned for today
Shop With A Cop planned for today WARREN Trumbull County Deputies Fraternal Order of Police
Young murderer could face decades in prison
A jury convicted Kalontae Carter in the April 29, 2013, slaying of Kristopher Stuart on Youngstown’s North Side.
Judge blocks first city schools commission meeting
A temporary restraining order stops first Youngstown schools academic distress commission meeting
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Wednesday, Dec. 9, the 343rd day of 2015. There are 22 days left in the year.
Syrian refugees resettled in resistant Texas, Indiana
Associated Press DALLAS Syrian families have been settled in Texas and in Indiana, the groups
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Austintown Grace Lutheran Church, 162 S. Raccoon Road, will have a stuffed chicken dinner
birthdays
birthdays Actor Kirk Douglas is 99. Actor-writer Buck Henry is 85. Actress Judi Dench is 81. Actor
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Lowellville School board Athletic Committee, 4 p.m., main office conference room,
Elegant cookie recipes for the holidays
By Daniel Neman St. Louis Post-Dispatch Flour, butter, eggs, sugar. Put them all together and
Ohio lawmaker proposes heart training bill for coaches
The legislation would require about an hour of training for coaches and others before the start of each school sport season, covering symptoms of heart ailments and appropriate responses to incidents during practice or games.
From the heart of Champagne country
Most Valley wine lovers start to think about Champagne when the calendar turns to December and we begin to plan our holiday celebrations.
Planning to be over a barrel
Planning to be over a barrel Mark and Mike head to Warren to sample some small plates and
Initiative honored
Initiative honored YOUNGSTOWN The OH-PA Stateline Export Initiative, which is designed to bring
Holiday cheer from the Burger Guyz
Holiday cheer from the Burger Guyz ’Tis the season for a gift-card giveaway! To receive a $25 gift
Culver, Simpson power Raiders
It’s only been three games for Warren Harding, but head coach Andy Vlajkovich already realizes what can eventually make his Raiders a special team.
Browns, Johnny starting over again
Johnny Manziel’s timeout has ended. He’s starting for the Browns again.
Canfield storms back from 18-0 deficit to stun Boardman
The Cardinals outscored the Spartans 36-14 after falling behind 18-0.
Objection over money owed arises to ADI plan for Youngstown-Warren airport
Objection over money owed arises to ADI plan for Youngstown-Warren airport
More Boys basketball from Tuesday
Niles 59, Struthers 58, OT Brylen Caddiell hit the go-ahead free throw with fives seconds left in
Parella propels Irish over Hoban
Greg Parella had a game-high 24 points and made two free throws in overtime.
What a troubling, tumultuous and chilling month of conflict, carnage and terror the past 30 days
Editorial: What a troubling, tumultuous and chilling month of conflict, carnage and terror the past 30 days
Clinton jobs agenda
Clinton jobs agenda SALEM, N.H. Hillary Clinton announced the latest piece of her jobs agenda
Placed on probation
Placed on probation YOUNGSTOWN A 21-year-old man has been placed on two years’ probation after
Trump shrugs off outrage over Muslim-ban proposal
Associated Press MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump’s call to
U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will come to Youngstown in 2017
The Thunderbirds will perform in the Thunder Over the Valley Air Show.
Record Reviews
Coldplay Album: “A Head Full of Dreams” Grade: B Get out your disco ball. Coldplay has dabbled
Ohio man accused of threats against military
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio man who prosecutors say was sympathetic to the Islamic State
Burghill man and passenger die in small plane crash northeast of Andover
A Burghill man was piloting the small aircraft that crashed Monday night, killing the pilot and his passenger.
Judge ends oversight of juvenile prisons
Associated Press COLUMBUS A federal judge on Tuesday ended the court-ordered oversight of Ohio’s
Address correction
Address correction HUBBARD New Dawn Salon & Day Spa, 250 W. Liberty St., will sell clear
California attack demonstrates difficulty in identifying terrorists
Associated Press LOS ANGELES By the time the married couple who carried out the deadly San
House tightens rules on visa-free travel
Associated Press WASHINGTON Driven by the Paris terror attacks, the House voted overwhelmingly
Early-release hearing set for woman who stole from Niles
Heidi Powell, 34, of Niles, will appear in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court today
Simple hot chocolate
By Robert A. Cronkleton The Kansas City Star Growing up, my mother always encouraged her
volkswagen cheating scandal Suits to be consolidated in Calif.
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS A judicial panel decided Tuesday to consolidate hundreds of
oddly enough
oddly enough Police: NM man arrested after stealing mom’s stew ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. Police say
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Huntington Bank economist: regional economy is strong
Low unemployment rates, payrolls in the line with the national average and hiring rates on par with other parts of the nation all show strength in the economy.
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE
Tuesday’s results RACE 1 $7,000 - 3 yo’s & up, 1M, MCL $5,000 1 Full of Courage (Pinero, L.)
Penn State hands YSU women first loss
The Penguins’ Sarah Cash had a double-double with 19 points and 11 rebounds.
Tuesday, December 8 (84 stories)
Special prosecutor to launch criminal probe in city of Niles
Special prosecutor to launch criminal probe in city of Niles
Mahoning County OVI checkpoint to be set up this weekend
Mahoning County OVI checkpoint to be set up this weekend
Burghill man and passenger die in small plane crash northeast of Andover
Burghill man and passenger die in small plane crash northeast of Andover
U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will come to Youngstown area in 2017
U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will come to Youngstown area in 2017
Wednesday's Youngstown Academic Distress Commission meeting canceled
Wednesday's Youngstown Academic Distress Commission meeting canceled
BREAKING NEWS | Judge issues TRO preventing meeting of new city Academic Distress Commission
Judge issues TRO preventing meeting of new Youngstown Academic Distress Commission
Indiana governor calls Trump remarks on Muslim ban offensive
Indiana governor calls Trump remarks on Muslim ban offensive
Syrian refugees brought to live in resistant Texas, Indiana
Syrian refugees brought to live in resistant Texas, Indiana
BREAKING NEWS | Kalontae Carter found guilty of complicity to aggravated murder
Kalontae Carter found guilty of complicity to aggravated murder
Man gets life in Ohio prison for fatal shooting during robbery
Man gets life in Ohio prison for fatal shooting during robbery
Western Reserve Port Authority committee meets at noon today
Western Reserve Port Authority committee meets at noon today
Big catch for Cape Cod fisherman: $10M lottery prize
Big catch for Cape Cod fisherman: $10M lottery prize
Trumbull County deputies host Shop with a Cop program Wednesday
Trumbull County deputies host Shop with a Cop program Wednesday
Warren man to be arraigned in October abduction, burglary
Warren man to be arraigned in October abduction, burglary
Tamir Rice’s family asks prosecutor to say if seeking charges
Slain boy’s family asks prosecutor to say if seeking charges
Valley Muslims to report suspicious activity
Muslims are in a good place to spot and report suspicious activity in their community, a Canfield resident said
Boardman Park kicks off holiday season
Park now is decorated for its "Winter Wonderland" lights display
Niles official identifies files state and federal investigators seized Thursday
The Niles zoning and building inspector says at least two of the six investigators who took records from his offices Thursday were the same ones who spent two weeks or more there in February or March.
Black Keys guitarist diversifies with new band
By KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Black Keys singer-guitarist-producer Dan
Liberty Township takes hard look at budget
Projected deficit prompts concern over police cruiser purchase.
Niles liver donor and little girl whose life is becoming normal meet for the first time
Jamie is only 5 years old, and a Niles man’s donation saved her life
Victorian Players’ triple-header brings Christmas cheer
By ERIC McCREA entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Victorian Players chased away the bah-
Antal sits down with The Vindicator
President of local St. Vincent de Paul Society discusses the dining hall, its policies and concerns.
Get help to avert violence, councilwoman urges
After recent homicides, Council members emphasize the importance of violence prevention services.
Hannon expects better seasons for Penguins
Broadcaster says days of full house for home games are over
Boil alert continues
Boil alert continues GIRARD A boil alert, which went into effect Saturday after a water main
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Tuesday, Dec. 8, the 342nd day of 2015. There are 23 days left in the year.
Warren man faces felony charges after car chase, crashing into pizza parlor
Girard Mayor James Melfi owns the pizzeria.
Increase in IRS scams reported
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio has received increased reports of an Internal Revenue Service
Killers had been radicalized for ‘quite some time,’ FBI says
Associated Press SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. The San Bernardino killers had been radicalized “for
Join campaign to award Booker presidential medal
Editorial: Youngstown son and prom- inent national journalist Simeon Booker has never been big on self-glory.
Legislators avoid jeopardy by snubbing Chamber plan
Editorial: By any measure, compeTITION for state dollars for local capital projects is intense and, yes,
recommendations
recommendations Scientists agree a healthy diet includes: Vegetables Fruits Whole grains
Vet objects to Listerine use
Vet objects to Listerine use Q. As a veterinarian, I was curious about your recent article on
Former Buckeye to speak at East
Former Buckeye to speak at East YOUNGSTOWN Jimmie Bell, a former Ohio State Buckeye and New York
Selected local stocks
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CIA’s attempt to shift blame in aftermath of the Paris bombing was self-serving and deceitful
Opinion: By Glenn Greenwald Los Angeles Times Decent people see tragedy and barbarism when viewing a
Reverse German invasion
Opinion: FRANKFURT In an ironic twist, Germany, which in the last century twice invaded other countries,
Analysts: Oil will remain cheap well into 2016
Associated Press DALLAS Oil prices have been lower for longer than expected. Now, with OPEC’s
Farm Bureau shows interest in medical marijuana
The group was one of several that opposed Issue 3, that would have legalized marijuana for recreational and medicinal use
Poland woman faces charges
Julia Belvedere, 20, was arrested Monday for the incident, which reportedly occurred Sunday evening.
grammys Lamar gets 11 nominations
Associated Press NEW YORK Kendrick Lamar is the king of the Grammys: The rapper is the leading
Gasoline up 2 cents
Gasoline up 2 cents YOUNGSTOWN Northeast Ohio gas prices increased by 2 cents this week,
Natural health
Natural health BOARDMAN The Ohio Naturopathic Wellness Center in Boardman is offering a free
Syria: 3 troops killed by strikes; US blames Russia
Associated Press BEIRUT Syria on Monday accused the U.S.-led coalition of bombing an army camp
Dengue fever cases in Hawaii increase
Dengue fever cases in Hawaii increase HONOLULU The dengue fever outbreak on Hawaii’s Big Island
Chipotle shares slide after E. coli warning
Associated Press NEW YORK Chipotle shares extended their slide Monday as an E. coli outbreak
Early release
Early release YOUNGSTOWN The owner of a former Boardman restaurant who was sentenced to prison
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Elle King: Tonight on “Late Night
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown City School Academic Distress Commission, 1 p.m., board room,
Dining Hall reopens with meatloaf Monday
The St. Vincent de Paul Society's dining hall was reopened Monday for lunch.
Expanded services
Expanded services AKRON Akron Children’s Hospital has moved to and expanded services in a larger
Budget bill GOP seeks curbs to environmental agenda
Associated Press WASHINGTON Congressional Republicans are pressing for an end to the four-decade
Niles mayor says disciplinary action against worker who stole from church should proceed soon
Michael Marrara, a city employee, pleaded guilty to stealing $97,000 from Mount Carmel Catholic Church
Weathersfield started using hand-held traffic cameras Monday
The Weathersfield Police Department started using its handheld officer-operated traffic cameras Monday and will continue most weekdays from 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. and some weekends days.
Blind voters sue over access to absentee ballots
Associated Press COLUMBUS Several blind voters and an advocacy group for the blind sued Ohio’s
GE scraps $3.3B sale of unit to Electrolux
Associated Press GE has scrapped a $3.3 billion plan to sell its home-appliance business to the
Cowboys get ugly win over Redskins
Associated Press LANDOVER, Md. Sure was ugly, devoid of any style points or many scoreboard
Survivors of attack return to Pearl Harbor
Associated Press PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii A few dozen elderly men who survived the Japanese bombing
oddly enough
oddly enough Kangaroo found on Ohio road is returned NORTH RIDGEVILLE The owners of a kangaroo
St. Rose will sell Christmas ornaments
St. Rose will sell Christmas ornaments GIRARD St. Rose School is selling Christmas tree
Monday, December 7 (76 stories)
Niles mayor: Action against city employee will proceed soon
Niles mayor: Action against city employee will proceed soon
Youngstown police, dog warden find dogs in South Side house called 'deplorable'
Youngstown police, dog warden find dogs in South Side house called 'deplorable'
Niles zoning official IDs files seized by investigators
Niles zoning official IDs files seized by investigators
5-year-old girl meets liver donor who saved her life
5-year-old girl meets liver donor who saved her life
Area Muslims pledge to help in fight against terror threat
Area Muslims pledge to help in fight against terror threat
Youngstown council members urge residents to use services to perhaps cut down on homicides
Youngstown council members urge residents to use services to perhaps cut down on homicides
Police probe house in 'deplorable' condition on the South Side
Police probe house in 'deplorable' condition on the South Side
Warren man faces multiple charges after Girard pizza parlor crash
Warren man faces multiple charges after Girard pizza parlor crash
St. Vincent dining hall reopens with new manager
Meatloaf is on the menu today at the reopened St. Vincent de Paul Society on Front Street.
Maryland man faces multiple charges after Campbell incident
Maryland man faces multiple charges after Campbell incident
Join campaign to award Presidential Medal of Freedom to Simeon Booker
Editorial: The former Youngstown resident served as a lightning rod for the modern civil-rights movement
Man pleads, is released in case of homeless man's drowning
Man pleads, is released in case of homeless man's drowning
Drivers take note: Weatherfield cops begin using speed cameras today
Drivers take note: Weatherfield cops begin using speed cameras today
Obama: US will defeat terror threat’s new phase
Associated Press WASHINGTON In a rare Oval Office address, President Barack Obama vowed Sunday
‘GMA’ seeks to lure back viewers
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK For the past few years, turning on ABC’s “Good
VIDEO GAME REVIEW
‘JUST CAUSE 3’ Grade: C Details: for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, $59.99 In recent years,
Folk music for classical lovers (or vice versa) The two sides of the Annie Moses Band
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com There’s a unique sense of duality that surrounds the
Trumbull Children Services committee working to educate on health effects of adverse childhood experiences
The director of Trumbull County Children Services says a years-long project focused on the impact of trauma on children could revolutionize the approach his agency takes to helping children and families.
Cherishing the culture
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It’s been more than three decades since Janina
Carter: Latest scan shows no cancer
Associated Press ATLANTA Jimmy Carter inspired pronouncements of answered prayers Sunday,
SPORTS digest
Ursuline wins opener in Erie ERIE, PA. Greg Parella scored 25 points as the Ursuline High School
Hope Classic features return of an old friend
YSU Hall of Famer is bringing her Cincinnati Milford team
Several choirs performed a variety of sacred and secular holiday selections
Nearly 1,000 attended the program
Gun debate fizzles
Opinion: By Jonathan C. ROTHERMEL The Philadelphia Inquirer The gun debate is loathsome. First, the
Damage minimal in Morgan Freeman’s airplane mishap
Damage minimal in Morgan Freeman’s airplane mishap TUNICA, Miss. A statement from the Tunica
Rusted Root founding member to offer drumming workshop in Boardman
Jim Donovan will host world drumming class Friday
Associated Press
Associated Press CHICAGO The U.S. Justice Department is expected to launch a wide-ranging
The top-five global concert tours, ranked by average box- office gross per city. Includes the
The top-five global concert tours, ranked by average box- office gross per city. Includes the
Chains leave food deserts barren
Associated Press ST. LOUIS As part of Michelle Obama’s healthy eating initiative, a group of
San Bernardino calls for unity, not rancor
Associated Press SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. At a church, a mosque, a makeshift street-corner
UA forms business executive advisory council
A newly-formed UA business executive advisory council will meet with the president, trustees and others
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Craig Beach Village Council, 7 p.m., municipal building, 2538 Grandview Road.
IF YOU GO | World drumming workshop
What: World drumming workshop, led by Jim Donovan, founding member of Rusted Root. When: Friday,
Friends Te’Zian Nickerson, 8, left, and Tyra Traylor, both of Youngstown, are all smiles as
Friends Te’Zian Nickerson, 8, left, and Tyra Traylor, both of Youngstown, are all smiles as they
Shale-well production still setting records
Shale-well production still setting records COLUMBUS The state Department of Natural Resources
The Cattaneo siblings, from left, Dominic, 3 months; Connor, 6, and Gabriella, 4, pose for a photo
The Cattaneo siblings, from left, Dominic, 3 months; Connor, 6, and Gabriella, 4, pose for a photo
recaps of sunday’s other nfl games
AFC Dolphins 15, Ravens 13 MIAMI GARDENS, FLA. Miami intercepted a pair of deflected passes
Becca Hunt, left, and Kylie Anthony sing as part of the concert choir during the opening act of
Becca Hunt, left, and Kylie Anthony sing as part of the concert choir during the opening act of “One
Liberty High School Band director, Mike Summers, above, plays his tuba as part of the Tuba Christmas
Liberty High School Band director, Mike Summers, above, plays his tuba as part of the Tuba Christmas
In the huddle How area NFL players fared in Week 13
Cleveland Browns John Greco, OL, Boardman: Started at right guard in a 37-3 loss to the Bengals.
Jazz and gospel unite to ring in sounds of season at St. Patrick’s
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A special marriage of sorts took place at a well-
Cousins, from left, Adrianna Quinlan, 12, Sarah Blasco, 9, Genevieve Quinlan, 11, and Frank Quinlan,
Cousins, from left, Adrianna Quinlan, 12, Sarah Blasco, 9, Genevieve Quinlan, 11, and Frank Quinlan,
First US shipment in months lifts off to supply space station
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. A U.S. shipment of much-needed groceries and other
Mahoning Valley Race Course: Today’s entries
Post Time: 12:45PM RACE 1 $7,900, 3 yo’s & up, 1M 70Y, F & M, CLM $4,000 Broadmoor de Light
Part of NASA spacecraft to be tested in NW Ohio
Associated Press SANDUSKY Part of the test version of NASA’s new Orion spacecraft is ready to
Associated Press
Associated Press NEW YORK At a rally featuring speeches by nearly a dozen lawmakers, the loudest
Site of Pearl Harbor service to be moved
Site of Pearl Harbor service to be moved HONOLULU The National Park Service and the U.S. Navy
Ohio State ND
Associated Press CINCINNATI Shayla Cooper scored all of her season-high 18 points in the first
Quarter auction set for Dec. 12
Quarter auction set for Dec. 12 WARREN A Howland High School “Paws With A Cause” sponsored
Boardman township looks to replace road-salt barn
Barn, official say, is oldest structure belonging to township
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Monday, Dec. 7, the 341st day of 2015. There are 24 days left in the year.
WORTH a look
SALES The Christmas Marketplace is planned from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday at New Bethel Baptist
REC students participate in Youth in Government
REC students wrote a bill as part of Youth in Government program
Westminster College music couple recognized
Westminster College husband and wife honored for musical abilities
Struthers kids to shop with cops for Christmas
Children receive $100 and are partnered with a police officer or firefighter to buy toys and gifts
State confirms, stays mum on records search
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES A spokesman for the Ohio Attorney General’s Office
Sen. Portman to receive YSU honorary degree
Sen. Rob Portman to receive honorary YSU degree at Dec. 13 commencement
METRO DIGEST: Pearl Harbor event in Struthers, open house set on downtown-YSU connections; Jambar wins award
Pearl Harbor Day program set today STRUTHERS AMVETS Post 44’s annual Pearl Harbor Day program is
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Shawn D. Freeman Sr., 38, of 249 Myron St., Hubbard,
Sunday, December 6 (93 stories)
Obama to nation: US will overcome 'new phase' of terror threat
The president said the latest shootings in California will not result in any changes in the administration's policy on terrorism.
US Sen. Rob Portman to address YSU fall commencement next Sunday
The junior Republican senator from Ohio also will receive an honorary degree
Drilling of oil, natural gas continues to skyrocket in Ohio
The state has more than 1,000 wells producing oil and gas
Open house Wed. to explore 150 ways to better connect downtown, YSU
The projects were developed by students and staff at Kent State University
Death-penalty prosecutions in Ohio decline 77% since 2010
Only 19 capital-murder indictments have been issued statewide in 2015
Strict gun laws in California fail to thwart California terror attack
The shootings have reignited national debate on the effectiveness of gun control
Rebecca Berger | Isaac Standley
COLUMBIANA Rebecca Berger and Isaac Standley were united in marriage at 4:30 p.m. Aug. 8 in a
Paulette Mahon | Jerry Love
LEAVITTSBURG Paulette Mahon and Jerry Love exchanged marriage vows at 3:30 p.m. Sept. 12 at First
Junior Civic League of Youngstown crowns 60th Miss Cinderella
Myra Brenelle Corley was crowned as Miss Cinderella 2015
Mr., Mrs. Page celebrate golden anniversary
POLAND Mr. and Mrs. Gene Page of Poland celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a family
Valley Pearl Harbor survivor recalls horrors of 1941 attack
Bishop's memories of the Japanese attack 74 years ago on Dec. 7, 1941, remain vivid in his mind.
Kolias’ buzzer-beater lifts Phantoms to sweep
Youngstown ends five-game homestand with three straight victories
Conflict brews over St. Vincent de Paul's policies for serving poor
Diocese, volunteers, Society leaders are aiming for a better approach.
Walk-on from Lordstown shows her value
Looking back, Youngstown State women’s basketball coach John Barnes remembers viewing Sarah Cash as the same as the rest of his players heading into the 2014 season.
Loghurst farm museum event showcases the 1805 home
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com CANFIELD If you need a slow-paced, laid-back break from holiday
10 poland firefighters cited for saving lives
Firefighter of the Year and fire officer of the year are Zach Whinery and Lt. David Chapman
Preps at a glance
Saturday BOYS BOWLING Struthers won a state tournament by defeating Brunswick in the final round. Earlier, Struthers downed Massillon Perry, Urbana and Beaver Creek to make it to the championship. Johnny Medvec made the all-tourney team with a sixth-place finish with a 678 set.
Skater is living her dream with the Disney On Ice tour
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Some people spend their entire lives searching for their
Holiday gift guide Books hold the answer
By THE BOOKWORK SEZ Special to The Vindicator Shopping is easy. You do it at least once a
SATURDAY’s FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP SUBDIVISION GAMES
North Dakota State 37, Montana 6 FARGO, N.D. Four-time defending FCS champion North Dakota State
SPORTS DIGEST || Springfield HOF taking nominations
Hannon to speak to curbstone coaches President and Chief Professional Officer of The United Way of
Nonprofit aims to help defer costs of service dogs
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Together Journey, a new nonprofit venture, has been started to help
MCCTC seeks state grant to help train current, future firefighters
If awarded, a Straight A grant would fund a fire tower for student and firefigher training
METRO DIGEST || Veterans assistance help
Veterans assistance ELLWOOD CITY, PA. State Rep. Jaret Gibbons of Ellwood City, D-10th, will
Highway patrol issues winter-driving tips
Last winter, there were 24,747 crashes on snow, ice or slush
"Charlie Brown Christmas” fans reflect on its 50 years
Sandra Rivera has the entire collection of cartoon frames of “A Charlie Brown Christmas” from a 1971 Family Circle magazine that her late mother kept.
Avoid holiday hassle
By Stacy Giordullo Angie’s List (TNS) It’s the season for guests, parties, shopping, decorating,
KIDS SKI FREE
By Anne Z. COOKE Tribune News Service DILLON, Colo. If you’re one of those parents who decides
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v TubaChristmas, noon: Dozens and dozens of tuba players will lead a
Return of daily air service to Valley now on the radar
Editorial: There’s a glimmer of hope today that the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport will have daily
Dellick fits CEO profile
Opinion: First, an admission: This writer has not discussed the premise of today’s column with Mahoning
Space heaters can keep you cozy
Even if you’ve made the effort to insulate your attic and weatherstrip your windows, there may still
Pesticide makers point to other culprits in bee die-offs
Associated Press RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. In a Nordic-inspired building tucked in a corner
Week of December 6, 2015
JimJec Properties LLC to Glenn C. Lambert et al, Vollmer, Youngstown, $78,600. Carol J. Roby to
Mahoning Valley BBB takes applications for scholarship
Mahoning Valley BBB takes applications for scholarship YOUNGSTOWN The Better Business Bureau of
Kardashian, West welcome baby boy
Kardashian, West welcome baby boy LOS ANGELES The newest member of the Kardashian clan has
Discovering industrial designer’s lesser-known pieces
Russel Wright (1904-1976) worked as an industrial designer, a job created in the 20th century. In
COLUMBIANA/TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS Columbiana COUNTY New complaints Ironshore Indemnity Inc. et al v. Robert Evans et al,
YEARS AGO
Today is Sunday, Dec. 6, the 340th day of 2015. There are 25 days left in the year. Hanukkah, the
Booker deserves Medal of Freedom
Opinion: In 2014, the Associated Press Society of Ohio inducted Youngstown son Simeon Booker into its state
cleveland Expert: Video shows slain boy’s hands in pockets when shot
Associated Press CLEVELAND A 12-year-old boy killed by Cleveland police last year had his hands
Standoff at motorcycle shop leaves 1 dead
Standoff at motorcycle shop leaves 1 dead NEENAH, Wis. A standoff at a motorcycle shop in
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Mahoning and Columbiana counties budget commissions, 10 a.m., auditor’s conference
Playhouse cast stages magical ‘Mary Poppins’
By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com ’Tis the season for shopping mayhem, but if you’re
St. Vincent volunteer defends ex-dining hall manager
Opinion: St. Vincent volunteer defends ex-dining hall manager The news that Skip Barone resigned his
Grasping for hope
By JONATHAN FAHEY AP Energy Writer NEW YORK The seams of coal in some of Eddie Asbury’s mines
More NCAA FOOTBALL
More NCAA FOOTBALL Western Kentucky 45, Southern Miss 28 BOWLING GREEN, KY. Brandon Doughty
FEDERATED CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Fortnightly will have a Christmas social and gift exchange at 7:30 p.m. Hostess is Toni
GARDEN CLUBS
TUESDAY Gleaners will gather for a 1 p.m. Christmas party at Squaw Creek Golf and Country Club,
UP FOR ADOPTION
Go online to angelsforanimals.org or call 330-549-1111 for more information. Name: Amigo Info:
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
Breaking up is hard; Facebook can help
Managing your romantic relationships online can be hard. Facebook just made it easier. If you
‘Secret Daughter’ is book discussion topic
‘Secret Daughter’ is book discussion topic SALEM The book discussion group of Salem Public
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE: Saturday’s results
POST TIME: 12:45 PM TRACK CONDITION: fast First Race - Purse $12,500, Starters allowance $5,000,
Liberty president calls for an armed Christian campus
Associated Press RICHMOND, Va. Liberty University President Jerry Falwell Jr. urged students,
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Shawntell Dukes, Youngstown, boy, Dec. 4. Almanda Gregg
MASONIC GRoups
MONDAY Mau Mil-Clotilda Club, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Eat’n
publishers weekly best-sellers For the week ending Nov. 29
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Cross Justice” by James Patterson (Little, Brown) 2. “Tricky Twenty-Two”
OSHP announce choices for top honors, promotions
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Area Ohio State Highway Patrol posts have announced their choices for
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
CURRENT PRICES ON ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES
Bobble-head Lucy, Peanuts cartoon character, frowning, red dress, black square base, 51/2 inches,
Climate change draft leaves major issues unresolved
Los Angeles Times (TNS) PARIS Negotiators from nearly 200 countries Saturday adopted a draft
Dem chief skewers Chamber president over fees to arts groups
Opinion: Imagine this scenario: Mahoning Valley’s legislative delegation sends a letter to organizations
New images surface of Navy seaplane sunk in attack
Associated Press HONOLULU New images of a large U.S. Navy seaplane that sank in Hawaii waters
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
REALTY Six agents with Real Living Volpini Realty Group received the Ohio Association of Realtors
Bears look to hit .500 against struggling 49ers
San Francisco is still looking for its first road win
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO TODAY 3 a.m. (GC) Golf: Nedbank Challenge. 9 a.m. (NFLN) “NFL Gameday Morning.”
More College basketball
MEN No. 3 Michigan State 76 Binghamton 33 EAST LANSING, MICH. Denzel Valentine had 13 points
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Auxiliary Seniors will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at Bedford Trails Golf Course Restaurant on
Saturday, December 5 (78 stories)
Stabbing at London's Tube today considered terrorist act
A stabbing at a London Underground station is being treated as “terrorist incident,” the London police said Saturday.
About 4,200 lose power tonight around Mahoning County
Power was restored within two hours to about 4,200 people who lost electricity just before 7 p.m. today, about half in Youngstown and the rest spread out among Campbell, Lowellville, Poland and about 200 in Struthers.
Take a break from the holiday bustle at Loghurst this weekend
If you need a slow-paced, laid-back break from holiday shopping and bustle, and your Christmas mood extends to seeing a blacksmith at work, enjoying decorative quilting and partaking of a taste of local history, you might do well to include a 210-year-old historic home on your itinerary.
Stacie Bulmer, Robert Nagel to marry in May
HUBBARD Richard and Rosemary Bulmer of Hubbard are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Clarissa Tyson, Gregory Sinchak will wed Jan. 9
Clarissa Tyson of Poland and Gregory Sinchak of Boardman are engaged and announcing plans for a Jan.
Miss Alexander, Mr. Boyer are engaged
Constance Alexander and JC Boyer, both of Youngstown, are engaged and will marry on July 24, 2016.
Rauzan-Raleigh engagement is announced
PITTSBURGH Andrea Rauzan and Charles Raleigh, both of Pittsburgh, are announcing their engagement
Miss Rummell, Mr. Younan plan to marry
RALEIGH, N.C. Tiffiny Rummell and Karim Younan, both of Raleigh, N.C., are engaged and planning an
Bulldogs’ defensive style prevails at East High
The sign upon the entrance reads: “Por Favor. No traer comida, bebidas o Gatorade al gimnasio.”
Youngstown schools commission to be led by Brilex chief
Brian Benyo of Brilex Industries appointed commission chairman; panel to meet Wednesday
Inspector General vindicates Valley legislators for move against chamber
Reasonable people could see a conflict of interest, IG says regarding dispute between legislators and Chamber.
Warren mom says she'd be ‘shocked’ if son’s death not an accident
Judith Owens, mother of Russell Cottrill, says her son loved her common-law husband, Arthur Harper, “and Art loved him. There was no question in my mind.”
Trumbull commissioners give employees December off from premiums
Trumbull commissioners have signed off on giving their 794 employees who use the county’s health insurance one month off from paying their 10 percent contribution to the plan.
Cards nearly perfect in third
Canfield overcame a slow start at Howland to roll to a 20-point victory
Deacon shows Christmas ornaments collected from around the globe
First Presbyterian Women also meet to pack winter care packages.
Sinatra’s hometown celebrates birthday
By SHAWN MARSH Associated Press TRENTON, N.J. Chicago was his kind of town, LA was his lady
Celtic Thunder’s Keith Harkin takes own musical approach Irish influence
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com CANFIELD For the better part of the last decade,
Rock frontman Scott Weiland dies
Associated Press BLOOMINGTON, Minn. Scott Weiland, the former frontman for the Stone Temple
High on the lists of ‘bests’
Those who believe they have experienced The Best Fishing Day Ever may want to reconsider after they
Youngstown plans Lincoln Avenue improvements for pedestrians
The project involves roadway resurfacing, new curb/gutter and curb ramps
Canfield's Krampus came for cookies
Students have the opportunity to indulge in more culture food days
YBI to get $20,000 Wean grant for Women in Entrepreneurship
The Raymond John Wean Foundation has announced nearly $1.5 million in grant awards to organizations working in the Mahoning Valley, including a $20,000 award to the Youngstown Business Incubator for development of its Women in Entrepreneurship Program.
South Side death ruled a homicide
The man found dead in a high Street residence was shot in the head and chest.
Former Warren man indicted on abuse of girl’s corpse and more drug charges
James E. Brooks, 40, formerly of Warren, faces charges of abusing the corpse of Alesha Bell, 18
New Division Street bridge opens
The new Division Street bridge replaced a narrow, 76-year-old bridge over the Mahoning River
Decking the Halls at the Girard Historical Society
A nutcracker display will be open this weekend at the historic Barnhisel House.
Fellows Gardens celebrates winter with forest-themed display
Winter Celebration runs Dec. 5 through Jan. 3
Crowd gathers for Youngstown's annual holiday festivities
Mickey Mouse and a snowman followed the Southern Local High School Band Friday night in the 2015 holiday parade in downtown Youngstown. Crowds lined Federal Street for the event, which ended with an appearance by Santa Claus, the lighting of the downtown Christmas tree and a number of other holiday promotions, including an ugly sweater contest at the Covelli Centre.
SPORTS digest
Earnie Shavers to visit Warren Rotary Club Former heavyweight boxer Earnie Shavers, who grew up in
And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God.
And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God. Luke 1:30
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.34.35 Aqua America, .71
Battle looms large over US climate change policy
Editorial: For more than 100 world leaders, the effects of global temperatures rising have reached a point
Obama signs transportation bill
Obama signs transportation bill WASHINGTON A five-year, $305 billion bill to address the
In search of Capitol answers
Opinion: This is a story about bureaucracy and the stonewalling that often occurs when lowly reporters like
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
birthdays
birthdays Singer Little Richard is 83. Singer Jim Messina (Loggins and Messina, Poco) is 68.
Pope Francis works on book for children
Chicago Tribune (TNS) CHICAGO A Chicago publishing house that already published two books by
Voices of Faith q&a
Voices of Faith q&a The Kansas City Star (TNS) Q. If God created everything, why did he create
Oak Hill Collaborative seeks to improve inner-city life
Opinion: OHC provides a small-business incubator and has been involved in neighborhood revitalization projects
Solid job gains clear way for rate hike
Associated Press WASHINGTON If the Federal Reserve needed any final evidence that the economy is
Legacy of Love service to honor the late Rev. Dr. E.F.E. Rheins
The memorial will be Dec. 20 at New Bethel Baptist Church.
Missing teen reunited with family
Associated Press BROOKLYN, Ohio A Cleveland-area teen who police say ran away with a Missouri
Mourners honor US student killed in Paris attacks
Mourners honor US student killed in Paris attacks DOWNEY, Calif. Mourners filled a chapel to
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Savanna Henry and Levi Ewing, Youngstown, girl, Dec. 3.
FBI probes attack as act of terrorism
Associated Press SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. The FBI announced Friday that it is investigating the
METRO DIGEST || ‘Pray for Peace at the Rock’ Wednesday
Pray for Peace YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University Campus Ministry will conduct “Pray for
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE: Today’s entries
Post Time: 12:45PM First Race - Purse $12,500, Starters allowance $5,000, 3 yo’s & up, F & M
Annual bird counts fast approaching
Two important citizen science projects – the annual Christmas Bird Count (CBC) and Cornell Lab of
Canfield seniors commemorate 27th annual craft show
Students celebrate senior status by ritually taking part popular public craft show.
In praise of the diminutive penny
Opinion: For many of us, the Great Depression was a penniless, dirt-poor society – a penny-picking, penny
Is Trump’s rhetoric too extreme?
Opinion: By Dan K. THOMASSON Tribune News Service WASHINGTON Apparently, Donald Trump’s Republican fans
Struthers mayor, city officials take oaths of office
Stocker narrowly won re-election after a snafu involving missing ballots.
Small island nations: Temperature goal is a matter of survival
Associated Press PARIS In climate math, the difference between 1.5 and 2 degrees is much greater
Chipotle E. coli outbreak expands
Associated Press NEW YORK Chipotle warned Friday that an outbreak of E. coli linked to its
Submit details on Christmas services
Submit details on Christmas services The Vindicator will publish a listing of area services that
US trade deficit widens 3.4 percent
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. trade deficit widened in October, the Commerce Department
Advent booklet offers reflection and Scripture
The wife of Canfield Christian Church pastor compiled the devotion.
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Saturday, Dec. 5, the 339th day of 2015. There are 26 days left in the year.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Actor Robert Loggia dies at age 85 Robert Loggia, who played drug lords and mobsters
Traffic cameras to be shut down in Dayton
Associated Press DAYTON Officials say they will shut down traffic-light and speed-ticket cameras
Bill would require body cameras on officers
Associated Press COLUMBUS A bill being introduced Friday would require law-enforcement agencies
Joint meeting set to discuss tax rates
Joint meeting set to discuss tax rates LISBON The budget commissions of Mahoning and Columbiana
baltimore Jury sees cop’s video statement in Gray case
Associated Press BALTIMORE William Porter told investigators that as soon as Freddie Gray
Outdoors Digest
Lowellville gun show Lowellville The Mahoning Valley Gun Collectors will have a winter gun show
UP FOR ADOPTION
How to adopt: Call West Side Cats at 330-792-4228. Visit them at the shelter at 2217 Mahoning Ave.,
Friday, December 4 (120 stories)
New chairman: Turnaround of Youngstown schools requires community commitment
The state superintendent named a city businessman to lead the Youngstown City Schools Academic Distress Commission.
View holiday trees, eagle's wingspan at Fellows' "Winter Celebration: The Forest'
Visitors to Fellows Riverside Gardens now can experience the beauty of the forest while avoiding the winter-weather elements.
Inspector general supports Valley legislators' position on chamber
The Ohio legislative inspector general has issued an opinion supporting the decision by the Mahoning Valley’s state legislators to sever their ties with the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber regarding funding for arts projects.
Youngstown Christmas tree lit after parade led by Sister Jerome
Spectators whipped out their cellphones to snap photos as the city illuminated its blue spruce Christmas tree today in the heart of downtown.
3-year-old's mom: 'I would be shocked' if death not an accident
Judith Owens, mother of Russell Cottrill, says her son loved her common-law husband, Arthur Harper, “and Art loved him. There was no question in my mind.”
Project will improve pedestrian experience on Lincoln Avenue at YSU
The city is planning $1.2 million in improvements to enhance pedestrian safety along Lincoln Avenue from Fifth Avenue east to Wick Avenue on the North Side.
Trumbull commissioners to pay December health premiums as 'reward' to workers
Trumbull County commissioners have signed off on giving their 794 employees who use the county’s health insurance one month off from paying their 10 percent contribution to the plan.
New Division Street bridge opens today
The new Division Street bridge over the Mahoning River that connects Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard to the Ohio Works Industrial Park and Salt Springs Road opened Friday.
No arrests in Averette death
No arrests have been made and no arrest warrants have been issued in the the death of a man found in his South Side home. The death is being investigated as a homicide.
Youngstown couple's global Christmas collection includes items gathered discreetly
The mood was festive as members of First Presbyterian Women of First Presbyterian Church, 201 Wick Ave., gathered this week at the church to hear about Christmas ornaments and to do a good deed.
Salvation Army, Rotary to distribute coats to needy children Saturday
Salvation Army, Rotary to distribute coats to needy children Saturday
Officer tells black driver: 'I don't care about your people'
Officer tells black driver: 'I don't care about your people'
UPDATE | FBI says Calif. shooting being investigated as act of terrorism
FBI says Calif. shooting being investigated as act of terrorism
Hubbard school district financial data available for public inspection
Hubbard school district financial data available for public inspection
Pa. State Police seeking suspect in Mercer County home invasion
Pa. State Police seeking suspect in Mercer County home invasion
Home run king Barry Bonds hired as Marlins hitting coach
Home run king Barry Bonds hired as Marlins hitting coach
Bruce Springsteen coming to Pittsburgh, Cleveland early next year
Bruce Springsteen coming to Pittsburgh, Cleveland early next year
Brian Benyo of Brilex Industries chairs Academic Distress Commission
Brian Benyo of Brilex Industries chairs Academic Distress Commission
California shooting doesn't fit Washington's gun debate
California shooting doesn't fit Washington's gun debate
Ohio college, Indiana school to partner on drone studies
Ohio college, Indiana school to partner on drone studies
Suspended Ohio police officer pleads not guilty to charges
Suspended Ohio police officer pleads not guilty to charges
Cincinnati mayor dedicates memorial to ’79 concert victims
Cincinnati mayor dedicates memorial to ’79 concert victims
Former head of Jared Foundation seeks 15-year prison term
Former head of Jared Foundation seeks 15-year prison term
Missing Ohio teen found in Missouri reunited with family
Missing Ohio teen found in Missouri reunited with family
Man indicted for abuse of a corpse involving Alesha Bell, 18, of Warren
Man indicted for abuse of a corpse involving Alesha Bell, 18, of Warren
Youngstown police identify homicide victim as Jeffrey Averette, 47
Youngstown police identify homicide victim as Jeffrey Averette, 47
Mahoning and Columbiana county budget commissions meet jointly Monday
Mahoning and Columbiana county budget commissions meet jointly Monday
Doctor, employee plead guilty in Ohio pain pill case
Doctor, employee plead guilty in Ohio pain pill case
Elton John announces 3rd concert at Covelli Centre
Three visits by a rock icon of Sir Elton’s caliber is unusual
Czopur, Durkin lead South Range over Mooney
Morgan Czopur scored a game-high 25 points and Maddie Durkin added 21.
Judge holds Warren man without bond in death of boy, 3
A judge ordered that Arthur A. Harper, 43, be held in the Trumbull County jail without eligibility to make bond.
State lawmakers sever ties with regional chamber after solicitation revealed
Chamber officials said they never planned to rank the art projects
Irving cleared to practice, but won’t predict return date
Kyrie Irving fractured the kneecap in Game 2 of the NBA Finals last season while trying to cut to the basket.
St. Vincent de Paul dining hall concerns still under review
Area leaders and the Diocese of Youngstown are still in talks with the National Council of the U.S. St. Vincent de Paul Society.
SPORTS DIGEST || Indians acquire OF Cowgill from Angels
Indians acquire OF Cowgill from Angels CLEVELAND The Indians have acquired outfielder Collin
More student housing planned at YSU
A YSU trustees committee authorized President Jim Tressel to negotiate a lease for housing/retail complex
More HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL
Jackson-Milton 73, Southern Local 37 SALINEVILLE Jackson-Milton built a 26-point halftime lead
Holiday giving guide Gifts for GAMERS
By LOU KESTEN Associated Press Video-game players aren’t that difficult to shop for. Let’s face
A down-home version of Charles Dickens’ classic tale
Staff report SALEM Salem Community Theatre usually presents “A Christmas Carol” every other
Kids helped break ground for expansion at Akron Children's MV
One also flipped the switch to light the traditional outdoor tree.
Boardman police nab two alleged drug dealers after undercover operations
Suspects faces felony drug trafficking charges
Ohio House passes EpiPen bill
House Bill 200 would enable child-care centers, colleges, amusements parks and other locations to purchase supplies of epinephrine auto-injectors – EpiPen for short – for use in emergency situations
Mahoning officials OK tourism promotions
Mahoning County Convention and Visitors’ Bureau focuses on weekend getaway tourism promotions.
3 Valley retailers launch drives to benefit children’s hospital
The beneficiaries will be young patients at Akron Children's Hospital Mahoning Valley in Boardman
Senior service project proves therapeutic for Fitch students
Tyler Harris, 16, of Austintown puts his nose against Sophie, a Bichon therapy dog, during an open period where students were able to meet the friendly guests at Fitch High School on Thursday.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .128.99—.36 Aqua America, .71
Mexican outflow evident
Opinion: By Karthick Ramakrishnan Los Angeles Times The Pew Research Center released a report in November
Congress overwhelmingly backs 5-year, $305B transportation bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON After years of stymied efforts to address the nation’s aging and
Mass murders becoming new normal in America
Editorial: For the second time in the past week, another mass shooting with mass casualties has left Americans
birthdays
birthdays Game-show host Wink Martindale is 82. Singer Freddy “Boom Boom” Cannon is 79. Actor-
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Miranda Rankin and Corey Welsh, Columbiana, boy, Dec. 2.
Obama lights Christmas tree
Obama lights Christmas tree WASHINGTON President Barack Obama jumpstarted the holiday season
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Coldplay to headline Super Bowl show LOS ANGELES Coldplay is headlining the Super
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing Greater Friendship Baptist Church, 646 Lakewood Ave., Youngstown (Hillman
BUSINESS DIGEST || Dominion rate drops from last year
Dominion East Ohio’s Standard Choice Offer rate for December is 53 percent lower than a year ago.
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS National Association of Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Chapter 14 will have its
Dems aim to reverse losing trend in Ohio Supreme Court elections
Opinion: Democrats have done a lousy job getting their candidates elected to the Ohio Supreme Court in the
oddly enough
oddly enough Oklahoma officer drives miniature donkey to safety NORMAN, Okla. A suburban
Rookie TE James taking on larger role for Steelers
Jesse James can admit it now. The first few months of his NFL career were just kind of weird.
Hoban tops Toledo CC for first championship
The Archbishop Hoban football team came to Columbus and took care of business on the field Thursday night.
Ex-Massey CEO found guilty of misdemeanor
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Poland Seminary High School Honor Roll - First Grading Period
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Golden event celebrated by the Reedys
Mr. and Mrs. George Reedy of Austintown observed their 50th wedding anniversary during a dinner
CVMS celebrates Halloween
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Miss Witmer, Mr. Schiraldi to be married
The parents of Kelcie Witmer of Canfield and Anthony Schiraldi of Lowellville are announcing their
Nov. 18
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Parents announce Duncan-Wilaj engagement
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Canfield Sports Briefs
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Holiday shopping in the gardens
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Canfield Community Briefs
Tales and talk for 2s and 3s Join MetroParks Farm for developmentally appropriate books, songs,
Third-grade students gives special performance for veterans
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Boardman Poland Junior Women’s League to meet The annual Christmas Social of the Boardman Poland
Poland Community Briefs
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Attackers in Calif. shooting had thousands of bullets
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Toyota has big ambitions for ‘partner robot’ business
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Ohio’s horizontal shale well production breaks records in third quarter
During the third quarter of 2015, Ohio’s horizontal shale wells produced 5,696,780 barrels of oil and more than 245 billion cubic feet of natural gas, according to figures released Thursday by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
Raises for state troopers
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mahoning county Indictments
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POLICE CALLS IN GIRARD, LIBERTY, HUBBARD,
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$5K donation to go to Inspiring Minds
$5K donation to go to Inspiring Minds WARREN On Wednesday, Inspiring Minds will receive a $5,000
METRO DIGEST || Pearl Harbor Day program Monday
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Man with supremicist ties sentenced for bombs
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Security breach prompts calls for change
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Pentagon chief orders all military jobs open to women
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Senate rejects more gun-sale checks
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syria Coalition targets IS oil facilities
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Trumbull budget hearings begin Wednesday morning
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Miracle in Motown: Packers stun Lions on 61-yard strike from Rodgers to Rodgers
Aaron Rodgers took advantage one last shot to stun the Detroit Lions.
Pirates part ways with Pedro Alvarez
The club declined to offer a 2016 contract to the first baseman on Wednesday, making the slugger a free agent.
Pistorius found guilty of murder
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ON THE LINKS | Thursday’s pro golf results
HERO WORLD CHALLENGE NASSAU, BAHAMAS Paul Casey is off to a good start in his final chance this
Will wage growth continue? Jobs report should offer clues
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Children experience real life Charlie Brown Thanksgiving
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Canfield High School announces 2016 Hall of Fame inductees
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Mass, party honor 50th for Iacones
Mr. and Mrs. Mario Iacone of Austintown were guests of honor at a surprise weekend celebration with
Austintown Middle School craft show gives back
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Austintown PTA hosted their 32nd annual PTA
Family dinner celebrates DeChicco 60th
A family dinner Aug. 6 honored Mr. and Mrs. Philip Patrick DeChicco of Canfield on the occasion of
Colorful beads fuse into new creations
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Poland library hosted an event on Nov. 11
Annual bonfire prepares residents for Battle of 224
In order to get students, faculty and the Canfield community fired up before the Canfield High School football team played their arch-rivals, the Poland Bulldogs, the Canfield Local School District hosted its annual Community Bonfire Oct. 29.
Iraqi freedom veteran speaks at PSHS
Poland Seminary High School invited veteran Robin Anderson to their school Veterans Day assembly on Nov. 11.
Canfield Speech and Debate earns first place
On Nov. 7, the Canfield Speech and Debate team earned first place honors at the 2015 T. Craig Bond
‘Sweet Science’ a big draw for children at the Boardman library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Boardman library attracted several
Celebrating 50 years in cosmetology
In November, Sharyn Larson celebrated 50 years as a licensed cosmetologist. Her customers would call
Teens create sweet sushi at Boardman library
The Boardman library hosted a candy sushi event for teens in grades 9-12.
Children’s storytime involves moving and grooving
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Austintown library hosted its Gotta Move
Children learn about hibernation
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Four- and 5-year-olds went to the Poland
German culture travels to Poland Middle School
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Poland Middle School welcomed Julia Kalscheid on
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Fitch students give a buck for some stress-relieving companionship
Austintown Fitch High School students heard the final product of their senior service project barking from Room 202.
Area lawmakers cut ties with regional chamber after money asked for help
Mahoning Valley’s state legislators abruptly split from the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber after they had been teamed up to prioritize local projects for a piece of Ohio’s multimillion-dollar 2016 capital spending.
Boyfriend charged in 3-year-old's death denied bond
A Warren Municipal Court judge on Thursday ordered that Arthur A. Harper, 43, be held in the Trumbull County jail without eligibility to make bond.
YSU committee approves retail/student housing complex plan
A Youngstown State University trustees committee authorized lease of nearly 2 acres between Lincoln and Wick avenues to an Akron company for a $10 million retail/student housing complex.
Youngstown man's death considered homicide
Police are treating the death of a man whose body was found in a South Side home Thursday morning as a homicide.
Mahoning commissioners approve funds for tourism promotions
The Mahoning County commissioners Thursday approved five resolutions totaling $64,025 for print and online advertising to promote tourism here in a variety of publications.
Incumbents file before Dec. 16 deadline
Dec. 16 is the filing deadline for those running in the March 2016 primary, but plenty of incumbents – and a few challengers – have already turned in nominating petitions for office.
Recommendations to resolve dining hall dispute under wraps
Area leaders and the Diocese of Youngstown are still in talks with the National Council of the U.S. St. Vincent de Paul Society to resolve the society’s downtown dining-hall closure.
UPDATE | Calif. shooters met amid Islamic pilgrimmage, names of deceased released
Calif. shooters met amid Islamic pilgrimmage, names of deceased released
Kerry: IS can be defeated in months if ceasefire reached in Syrian civil war
The Islamic State can be defeated within “months” of a ceasefire between Syria’s government and moderate rebels, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said Thursday, urging the world to come together behind a peace strategy recently hashed out by the United States, Russia and other countries.
President Obama lights Christmas tree, appeals for brotherhood
President Obama lights Christmas tree, appeals for brotherhood
Here it's ISIS, ISIL or IS, but opponents in their world insultingly call them Daesh
The word “Daesh” is nonsensical and doesn’t mean anything in Arabic but has a mocking tone and is insulting to IS because it diminishes its claim to have revived the Islamic caliphate.
UPDATE | Lawmaker says it's too soon to say if male Calif. shooter was radicalized
Lawmaker says it's too soon to say if male Calif. shooter was radicalized
US indicts 16 more in probe of world soccer corruption
US indicts 16 more in probe of world soccer corruption
Pentagon chief to military: Open all combat jobs to women
Pentagon chief to military: Open all combat jobs to women
Family sues after police question 3rd-grader for hours
Family sues after police question 3rd-grader for hours
Ohio police say man kills self after interstate chase
Ohio police say man kills self after interstate chase
Ohio man who shot himself at museum had shown hostile behavior
Ohio man who shot himself at museum had shown hostile behavior
Ohio man called daughter to say he killed his ill wife
Police: Man called daughter to say he killed his ill wife
UPDATE | Woman texted family a selfie after getting shot in Calif.
Woman texted family a selfie after getting shot in Calif.
After assault over hot dogs, man gets 3 years in prison
After assault over hot dogs, man gets 3 years in prison
UPDATE | Attackers had more than 1,600 bullets with them in Calif. shooting
Attackers had more than 1,600 bullets with them in Calif. shooting
State lawmakers cut ties with Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber on budget bill
State lawmakers cut ties with Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber on budget bill
Talmer Bank to make donation to Inspiring Minds in Warren
Talmer Bank to make donation to Inspiring Minds in Warren
Petition for Youngstowner to get Presidential Medal of Freedom
Join us in a drive to get historic Civil Rights journalist Simeon Booker awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Mahoning commissioner to promote tourism here in a variety of publications
Mahoning commissioner to promote tourism here in a variety of publications
Rexford Road, between Coral Sea Drive and Brunswick Road, will be closed today
Rexford Road, between Coral Sea Drive and Brunswick Road, will be closed today
Man charged in Warren boy's death held in jail without bond
Man charged in Warren boy's death held in jail without bond
Youngstown police on High Street scene of possible homicide
Youngstown police on High Street scene of possible homicide
BREAKING NEWS | Elton John to return for third Covelli show in March
BREAKING NEWS | Elton John to return for third Covelli show in March
Judge blocks Kimble’s choice for Youngstown distress panel
Judge sets Dec. 14 for hearing on Youngstown schools academic distress commission appointment
Warren boy, 3, dies of severe head trauma; mother’s boyfriend charged
A boy being watched by is mother’s boyfriend died Wednesday in a Cleveland hospital after suffering “severe head trauma,” Warren police said late this afternoon.
YSU women rally past Bucknell to stay unbeaten
The Penguins outscored the Bison 25-8 over the game’s final 10 minutes and 10 seconds to stay unbeaten with a 55-47 victory.
Super Nats are returning to Canfield Fairgrounds
After a 10-year absence, the Super Nats are returning to the Canfield Fairgrounds.
Durkin, Candle land FBS head coaching jobs
Maryland hired Boardman’s D.J. Durkin and Toledo promoted West Branch’s Jason Candle.
Phantoms thrill largest crowd in team history with OT victory
A crowd of 5,342 packed the Covelli Center on Wednesday morning.
Niles worker convicted of $97,000 church theft remains on city payroll
Michael Marrara, who pleaded guilty last week to stealing $97,000 from Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Niles, remains on the job as a Niles sewer-maintenance worker.
Sims carries load to win Mr. Football
Massillon Perry running back’s dad, Keith Sims, grew up in Youngstown Associated Press COLUMBUS
Valley schools, townships agree to Mandel’s call for transparency
Youngstown and Mathews are the second school districts in their respective counties to participate
‘Drag Queen’ marks 10th year
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN “How the Drag Queen Stole Christmas,” the
SPORTS DIGEST || Miami, ex-Georgia coach Richt reach deal
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Victorian Players are ready to spread Christmas spirit
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Victorian Players, in conjunction with Centaur Stage Productions,
Ballet Western Reserve A ‘NUTCRACKER’ with a Youngstown touch
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Ballet Western Reserve’s annual presentation of “A Youngstown
Hinder will return for Jan. 19 concert at Rodeo Music Hall
Staff report AUSTINTOWN Hinder will return to the Mahoning Valley for a rock concert featuring
Youngstown Playhouse presents magical musical ‘Mary Poppins’
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Playhouse’s “Mary Poppins” is
High court to consider 6th trial for suspect in Austintown slaying
The Ohio Supreme Court will consider whether Christopher Anderson can be tried for a sixth time for murder.
Dem lawmaker pushes bill to stop voter rolls purge
A spokesman for the secretary of state says the bill would cause voter confusion and a spike in provisional ballots
Howland schools forms new panel to reach out to community
A committee of 34 parents of Howland students, parents of former Howland students and other community members has signed on to help the school district reach out to the community.
Secular and sacred mix for Brookfield Christmas event
Santa's workshop is Saturday on the Brookfield green and Brookfield UMC
Diocese works to reopen downtown dining hall
Volunteers passed out lunches to the needy in the parking lot across from the shuttered St. Vincent de Paul Society dining hall in downtown Youngstown Wednesday. A total of 142 lunches were handed out with the financial assistance of a local anonymous donor.
Record Cyber Monday spending tops $3 billion
Associated Press NEW YORK Shoppers spent more than $3 billion online this Cyber Monday, making
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Closure of soup kitchen reveals operational woes
Editorial: The temporary closure this week of the St. Vincent de Paul Society dining hall in downtown
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Foul Play,SDRq written by local playwright Terry L. Shears and directed by Liz
Absurd overkill on PC
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service Universities in America are getting tough on using words.
CD RATES
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Brewtus Brewing Company, 23 Chesternut Ave., Sharon, Pa.
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In memory of Kathy and Sean
The local arts and entertainment scene lost two of its best in recent weeks: Kathy Earnhart and Sean
Parade, tree lighting on Central Square
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The city’s annual holiday parade and Christmas tree lighting ceremony
White House decks halls with snowmen
Associated Press WASHINGTON New at the White House this holiday season: penguins, snowmen and
Shopping for health insurance requires careful consideration
Opinion: December not only marks the countdown to holiday celebrations – it is also the time of year when
Agribusiness using wastewater from fracking to irrigate crops
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Phantoms, Fitch students take part in Game of Business
Students put the skills they learned in class to use.
“The Wiz Live!” (8 p.m., NBC): It’s time to ease on down the yellow brick road as
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Alliance faces challenges in Syria
Associated Press BEIRUT Drawing on thousands of combatants from Syria’s mix of religious and
Red Ryder gun from ‘A Christmas Story’ acquired by museum
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Hawaii court denies construction of huge telescope
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Pettine: Davis deserves chance to to start
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Births
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OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Benjamin and Kendra (Older) Martin of Minneapolis are announcing the birth of their daughter, Isla
Board members sought
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Winter pond care
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SUSPECT ID’D IN CALIF. MASS SHOOTING
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METRO DIGEST || Boardman Park sets Community Christmas
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Ribbon-cutting set
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UK lawmakers approve launch of airstrikes on IS
Associated Press LONDON British lawmakers voted by a wide margin Wednesday to join the
Campbell council reviews measure to make final payment on lighting project
The city will sponsor a Santa Claus luncheon Dec. 20.
Warren man charged with felonious assault in fight involving knife
Felonious assault and misdemeanor domestic violence charges were filed against Stephen R. Rowe, after he purportedly stabbed a Youngstown man several times
Niles council acts to protect animals from cold
If you own pets in Niles, you must provide shelter and heat for them when a severe weather advisory is issued
Canfield City Council approves revision to tax code
The city will lose revenue by abiding by a state law
Proposed 2016 Warren budget contains no changes in Warren staffing
The city’s 2016 budget proposes to keep staffing levels the same as this year in all general-fund departments, such as police and fire, despite an expected reduction of $1.6 million in revenue.
Preserve cannas indoors
Q. Can I leave my canna bulbs in the ground and just cover them in a thick layer of mulch? Donna
Under a gardener’s Christmas tree DEAR SANTA...
By Pam Baytos OSU Extension master gardener volunteer Dear Santa:
Greenery for inside
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Winter Celebration
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Knowing the herbs, plants used in Advent wreaths
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Rodent damage
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Class of 1948 to meet
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Youngstown school board president's appointee to distress commission hits snag
Carol Staten won’t be serving on the city schools academic distress commission – at least not yet.
3-year-old Warren boy dies in Cleveland hospital of severe head trauma
A 3-year-old boy being watched by his mother’s boyfriend died Wednesday in a Cleveland hospital after suffering “severe head trauma,” Warren police said Wednesday.
Mandel praises local communities, districts for embracing spending transparentcy effort
Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel lauded city and Mathews school officials as state leaders for participating in his initiative to put public spending online.
Efforts to reopen St. Vincent dining hall continue as lunches distributed from van
While former volunteers of the St. Vincent de Paul Society brought lunch service back to Front Street, the Diocese of Youngstown and others are leading efforts to restore the shuttered food service.
Supernats coming back to Canfield
After a 10-year absence, the Super Nats are returning to the Canfield Fairgrounds.
Niles man who stole from church still holding city job
Michael Marrara, who pleaded guilty last week to stealing $97,000 from Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Niles when he was maintenance supervisor there from 2007 to 2014, remains on the job as a Niles sewer-maintenance worker.
Defendant was scared into lying to cops after uncle killed, attorney says
The defendant in a 2013 murder case was put in a tough position because his co-defendant was his uncle who later was murdered himself, a defense attorney said in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court.
Brookfield church joins community event to merge spirit and joy of Christmas
Cooperation between a church and local government, a meeting of the secular and sacred, has resulted in a community event that’s all about the Christmas spirit.
Supreme Court to rule on 6th trial in Austintown strangulation murder
The Ohio Supreme Court has agreed to consider whether Christopher Anderson can be tried for a sixth time for a June 3, 2002, Austintown homicide.
BREAKING NEWS | St. Vincent de Paul dining hall to reopen Monday
St. Vincent de Paul dining hall to reopen Monday
UPDATE | Police looking for possible 3rd suspect in Calif. mass shooting
Police looking for possible 3rd suspect in Calif. mass shooting
UPDATE | 14 dead, more than a dozen wounded in California shooting
14 dead, more than a dozen wounded in California shooting
Warren boy, 3, dies; mother's boyfriend in custody
Warren boy, 3, dies; mother's boyfriend in custody
OSHP participating in multistate OVI enforcement this weekend
OSHP participating in multistate OVI enforcement this weekend
Struthers football players host cookies-and-milk event with Santa
Struthers football players host cookies-and-milk event with Santa
BREAKING NEWS | California police respond to shooter report
California police respond to shooter report
US space station delivery on tap after 8-month stoppage
US space station delivery on tap after 8-month stoppage
NAACP sues Alabama over its voter identification law
NAACP sues Alabama over its voter identification law
Sandy Berger, ex-Clinton national security adviser, dies
Sandy Berger, ex-Clinton national security adviser, dies
Lawyer: Pa. racetrack casino could die if deadlines remain
Lawyer: Racetrack casino could die if deadlines remain
Hermitage police continue looking for suspect in fatal shooting
Hermitage police continue looking for suspect in fatal shooting
More pre-K programs closing amid Pennsylvania budget battle
More pre-K programs closing amid Pennsylvania budget battle
Portman to get honorary degree and speak at YSU commencement
Portman to get honorary degree and speak at YSU commencement
Ohio House leader says task force may look into medical pot
Ohio House leader says task force may look into medical pot
Prosecutor: Baltimore officer on trial for what he didn't do
Prosecutor: Baltimore officer on trial for what he didn't do
State Supreme Court orders Ohio city to produce records
State Supreme Court orders Ohio city to produce records
Court to hear challenge of death row inmate's rape sentence
Court to hear challenge of death row inmate’s rape sentence
Judge holds up school board president's appointment to commission
Judge holds up school board president's appointment to commission
Mansfield man in Trumbull jail on felony child endangering, child has serious injuries
Mansfield man in Trumbull jail on felony child endangering, child has serious injuries
Youngstown police serving warrants find cash, drugs, gun
Youngstown police serving warrants find cash, drugs, gun
Youngstown and Mathews schools sign on to OhioCheckbook.com
Youngstown and Mathews schools sign on to OhioCheckbook.com
Volunteers serve up lunch while St. Vincent remains closed
St. Vincent de Paul Society remains closed for the third consecutive day.
Soaring Simpson leads Harding past Boardman
Gabe Simpson had 22 points and nine of Harding’s 14 assists.
Leopards rally past Indians in AAC Blue
Dra Rushton scored a game-high 23 points and Daniel Banks added 13 for Liberty.
Mahoning juvenile court, schools collaborate to prevent dropouts, youth crime
A $600,000 federal grant is being used to develop an early warning system to identify at-risk students
Youngstown officials want to eliminate all free parking spots downtown
The parking proposal is still a work in progress
Former YSU coach steps in for Campbell at Toledo
Jon Heacock is preparing No. 24 Toledo for a bowl game.
YSU trustees panel OKs 2 new master’s degrees
A trustees committee approves new master’s degrees in athletic training and visual arts
Wall helps Wizards take down Cavaliers.
John Wall scored a season-high 35 points and the Washington Wizards handed the Cleveland Cavaliers their first home loss of the season, 97-85 on Tuesday night.
Oakhill defendants’ witness lists include press, public officials
The judge in the Michael V. Sciortino case postponed it until April 25.
SPORTS DIGEST || Indians sign reliever Joba Chamberlain
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Thomas Rhett is on the rise as he co-headlines tour A happy man
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN No matter how successful they get, most
Cruze, other cars continue to take hit in sales
After five years on the market, the Cruze took a 29.7 percent hit in sales during November.
Holiday musical coming to Stambaugh
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN “The Toy Shoppe,” an original musical written by country icon Kenny
Symphonette, youth orchestra plan concert
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Symphony Youth Orchestra, under the direction of Stephen
Simple Gifts Interfaith Choir will present Christmas cantata Sunday
Members of Simple Gifts Interfaith Choir follow various religious traditions but are one voice in “singing praises” to the Lord.
Lil Wayne to return to Covelli
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Lil Wayne, with special guest Rae Sremmurd, will bring his “Dedication”
Salvation Army of Mahoning County finds 2 gold coins in 2 kettles
Salvation Army of Mahoning County discovers two gold coins in two kettles
Newly constructed Veterans Service Commission offices open in Warren
Samuel E. Lanza Veterans Resource Center officially opened Tuesday.
Hand recount confirms defeat of anti-fracking charter amendment
Mahoning County Board of Elections certified the final vote total By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
Youngstown, library and retirees to help small business owners
An agreement among the city, library and a group of retired business professionals could prove to be a benefit to small-business owners along Youngstown’s main corridors.
Appeals court judge from Valley seeks seat on Ohio Supreme Court
She’s been a judge for 13 years and served as a prosecutor for a decade
Ohio House approves veterans benefits bill
The bill would direct the Ohio Department of Medicaid to check information on residents receiving medical assistance to determine if any are active-service members or veterans who may qualify for other federal benefits.
diocese works to reopen downtown dining hall
Volunteers passed out lunches to the needy in the parking lot across from the shuttered St. Vincent de Paul Society dining hall in downtown Youngstown Wednesday. A total of 142 lunches were handed out with the financial assistance of a local anonymous donor.
26th annual cold weather shelter program begins
Area social service agency employees walked the mile from the Covelli Centre in downtown Youngstown to the Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley at 962 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. to kick off this year's winter shelter program Tuesday.
Kasich’s idea is vexing
Opinion: Conservatives are supposed to be against big government and opposed to the left’s belief that
Gas prices drop
Gas prices drop YOUNGSTOWN Northeast Ohio gas prices are 22 cents lower this week than last
CDC: New diabetes cases in adults drop
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How to thwart cyber grinchSFlbfrom stealing holiday spirit
Editorial: As the annual retail ritual best known as the holiday shopping frenzy swings into high gear, ’tis
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mahoning County commissioners, 10 a.m., commissioners’ hearing room, Mahoning
Still no verdict in trial of ex-CEO of Massey prompted by mine blast
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. A federal judge told a jury Tuesday to keep trying to reach
Reforms could benefit consumers
Opinion: By Salim Furth The Heritage Foundation The holiday season is fast upon us – that time of year
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YSU band was ‘smashing’ in NY
YOUNGSTOWN Last Friday’s performance at Carnegie Hall in New York by the Youngstown State
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birthdays
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There’s a gap in the Golden Years
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Calendar counts days in drams
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Chicago mayor fires chief of police in wake of video
Associated Press CHICAGO Rahm Emanuel sought for months to keep the public from seeing a video
SUNDAY
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METRO DIGEST || ‘Tips for Tots’ at East ‘n Parks today
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Fushimi Japanese Restaurant: Sushi and artistry
Fushimi Japanese Restaurant opened just three weeks ago but is already causing a sensation with its Japanese fusion cuisine created with only the freshest ingredients.
Associated Press
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A chilled out gift
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Make your holiday party shine with elegance
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2015 ASSOCIATED PRESS All-Ohio Team: Divisions III & IV
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EDGY VEGGIE Holidays are good time to put a new spin on old vegetables
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FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Boar’s Head Group of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve a
Top burger crowned
Top burger crowned The MVBRB announces the recipient of the seventh annual Burger of the Year
Heartwarming treats for the holidays
Family Features The holiday season is never complete without friends and family gathered ’round
Tuesday’s other prep results
BOYS BASKETBALL Struthers 65, Edgewood 63 ASHTABULA TOWNSHIP Andrew Carbon scored 32 points,
Right-to-work bill gets initial hearing
State Rep. Michele Lepore-Hagan of Youngstown opposes the bill, saying it would lead to lower wages for union workers
climate conference Obama: Parts of deal should be legally binding
Associated Press LE BOURGET, France President Barack Obama said Tuesday that parts of the
Top 5 global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the
Smart Choice food orders taken in December
New Hope United Methodist Church, 21 Fairview Ave., Niles, is accepting the orders
Valley Christian Schools grow into Warren
Valley Christian Schools will open a kindergarten through sixth grade school in Warren next year
Lawmaker: Planned Parenthood is ‘real culprit’ in Colo. shootings
Associated Press DENVER A Republican state lawmaker from Denver blamed Planned Parenthood for a
US military sending new special ops force to fight IS
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. military will deploy a new special operations force to Iraq
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Letterman donating TV memorabilia to Indiana alma mater MUNCIE, Ind. Comedian and
Fugitive home invader, 35, gets 53 years
A judge reduced Lexter Williams’ prison term from 81 1/2 years to 53 years.
Marathon bomber’s lawyers seek new trial
Associated Press BOSTON Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev – sentenced to death for his
Probation violations
Probation violations WARREN Paul Pollis, 48, of Oak Knoll Avenue Southeast and Trentwood Drive
Christmas gala planned Sunday
Christmas gala planned Sunday NILES The annual Christmas gala is planned from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE: Results & Race schedule
TUESDAY’S RESULTS RACE 1 $17,000 - 3 yo’s & up, 5 1/2F, MSW 8 Twirling Taffy (Magrell, J.) $4.40
Tuesday, December 1 (106 stories)
Former St. Vincent workers will distribute lunches Wednesday in parking lot
Today, lunches once again will be served to the needy on Front Street.
Youngstown mayor proposes downtown parking changes
A proposal from the city administration would eliminate free downtown parking spots and require those parking there to pay up to $1 an hour from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.
Salvation Army kettles in Austintown, Cornersburg get Christmas gold
The Salvation Army of Mahoning County discovered two 1-ounce fine gold coins in two of its kettles.
Beiersdorfer: Recount of anti-fracking vote shows more getting educated
A hand recount of an anti-fracking charter amendment, the so-called Bill of Rights, confirmed that the issue was indeed defeated at the Nov. 3 general election.
Oakhill defendants submit extensive potential witness lists of officials, media
Current and former Mahoning County public officials, Vindicator reporters and editors, and a number of people on the prosecutor’s list are among those named as potential witnesses by the three defendants in the Oakhill Renaissance Place criminal-corruption case.
Downtown walk kicks off Valley's cold weather shelter program
Just last spring, Sherry Gray was dealing with her share of difficulties, but within a short time she found herself surrounded by supportive people and with a job.
Murder victim's mom nearly unable to speak at killer's sentencing
Terry Carter tried to speak Tuesday for her son who was murdered in September 2013, but she couldn’t.
YSU committee proposes 2 new master's programs
A Youngstown State University trustees committee approved two new master’s degrees at the school.
New program aims to work with students, families to prevent drop-outs, criminal behavior
A collaboration among Mahoning County Juvenile Court and several local high-school districts aims to intervene with at-risk students before they drop out of school.
Youngstown, retirees collaborating to assist small business owners
An agreement among the city, library and a group of retired business professionals could prove to be a benefit to small-business owners along Youngstown’s main corridors.
Valley interfaith choir to present Christmas cantata Sunday in Hubbard
Members of Simple Gifts Interfaith Choir follow different religious traditions but are one voice in “singing praises” to the Lord.
It's official: Anti-fracking amendment for Youngstown was defeated in November
Anti-fracking amendment for Youngstown was defeated in November
Donor will provide lunches near shuttered dining hall Wednesday
Donor will provide lunches near shuttered dining hall Wednesday
Mayor John A. McNally administration proposes eliminating free parking downtown
Mayor John A. McNally administration proposes elimination of free parking downtown
Tips for Tots fundraiser by Eat'n Park restaurants is Wednesday
Tips for Tots fundraiser by Eat'n Park restaurants is Wednesday
Girard Health Department closes its vital statistics department
Girard Health Department closes its vital statistics department
Ohio bill would let places stock emergency allergy meds
Ohio bill would let places stock emergency allergy meds
Jury may be seated Wednesday in Freddie Gray trial in Baltimore
Jury may be seated Wednesday in Freddie Gray trial in Baltimore
Ohio police: Sisters tried to strangle mom with USB cords
Ohio police: Sisters tried to strangle mom with USB cords
UPDATE | Bomb in Istanbul near subway station wounds 5, official says
Bomb in Istanbul near subway station wounds 5, official says
Youngstown council to consider borrowing $1.1 million for demolition equipment
Youngstown council to consider borrowing $1.1 million for demolition equipment
Volkswagen brand US sales fall nearly 25 percent in November
Volkswagen brand US sales fall nearly 25 percent in November
Drone falls into crowd, injures runners during road race
Drone falls into crowd, injures runners during road race
New Trumbull County veterans' services offices opened today in Warren
New Trumbull County veterans' services offices opens in Warren
Ohio high court overturns death sentence in beating death
Ohio high court overturns death sentence in beating death
Chicago mayor fires police chief in wake of video release
Chicago mayor fires police chief in wake of video release
UPDATE | Catholic Charities issues a statement on St. Vincent de Paul dining hall temporary closure
Catholic Charities issues a statement on St. Vincent's temporary closure
Ohio House OKs bill extending foster care services to age 21
Ohio House OKs bill extending foster care services to age 21
Lexter Williams, 35, resentenced to 53 years in prison
Lexter Williams, 35, resentenced to 53 years in prison
Schools and juvenile court join to combat truancy and dropouts
Schools and juvenile court join to combat truancy and dropouts
Peace Light to be available at JMJ Spiritual Connections II
Peace Light to be available at JMJ Spiritual Connections II
Journey to Bethlehem planned Saturday at Disciples Christian Church
Journey to Bethlehem planned Saturday at Disciples Christian Church
Portman files for re-election in Ohio Senate race
GOP’s Rob Portman files for re-election in Ohio Senate race
Valley Christian Schools will open a K-6 school on Warren's West Side
Valley Christian Schools will open a K-6 school on Warren's West Side
Salvation Army discovers gold coins in kettles in Cornersburg, Austintown
Salvation Army discovers gold coins in kettles in Cornersburg, Austintown
WWE will return to Covelli Centre
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Live WWE wrestling will return to Covelli Centre on Feb. 20 for a 7:30
Temporary closure raises questions of St. Vincent de Paul Society leadership
On Monday, the downtown soup kitchen had a temporary closure note posted on its door and the volunteers have all walked out.
Boardman school board gets community input on middle-school realignment proposal
Board to make decision in next six weeks
Former champ Pavlik pleads guilty to disorderly conduct; assault charge dismissed
Former boxing champ Kelly Pavlik went about five rounds with a Niles prosecutor and walked away nearly unscathed
Poland Seminary High School offers expanded technology courses
School now offers digital media and multimedia production classes
Lowellville High junior struck and killed by a train
Friends at scene console each other about their friend’s death
‘Racing Extinction’ is a call to action to save the earth Sounding the alarm
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES When Discovery Channel’s “Racing Extinction”
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Tuesday, Dec. 1, the 335th day of 2015. There are 30 days left in the year.
It’s time for nation to build diverse coalition to lessen gun violence in America
Editorial: The senseless tragedy of grisly mass shootings in this country continues to play out all too
Values of Jesus fit today’s left
Opinion: By James A. HAUGHT Tribune News Service Jesus was a liberal. He sided with underdogs. He
Department of Transportation gives tentative go-head for daily flights from Youngstown to Chicago
The U.S. Department of Transportation issued an order Monday stating that Aerodynamics Inc is “fit, willing and able” to begin the service.
Ford to book 4Q $600M expense for new labor pact
Associated Press DETROIT Ford Motor Co. will book a $600 million charge in the fourth quarter
‘12 Days of Christmas’ items up 0.6 percent over last year
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Lords a-leaping, is the U.S. economy slow to recover! The cost of
Trump taps into anger
Opinion: Donald Trump is still on top of the polls – defiantly, loudly, implausibly on top, even after saying
Pending home sales edged up in October
Pending home sales edged up in October WASHINGTON Slightly more Americans signed contracts to
Sloppy showing vs. Seattle costs Steelers control of playoff spot
Four baffling quarters in Seattle later, whatever semblance of control the Steelers had is long gone.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.36.04 Aqua America, .71
World leaders gather for climate-change conference
Associated Press LE BOURGET, France With dramatic vows to save future generations from an
birthdays
birthdays Singer Billy Paul is 80. Actor-director Woody Allen is 80. Singer Dianne Lennon of the
Michael Bolton at Packard
Michael Bolton will come to Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave., Warren, on Wednesday for an 8
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown City Council, finance meeting, 4:45 p.m.; regular meeting, 5:30 p.m.,
NUMBERS IN THE NEWS $2.3 billion Source: State of Ohio
State officials say unclaimed funds totaling $2.3 billion are waiting to be claimed in Ohio. The
VTech breach exposes info of 5M kids, adults
Associated Press NEW YORK Kid’s technology maker VTech says the personal information of about 5
Iced coffee heads off headache
Iced coffee heads off headache Q. I have suffered for years from almost daily headaches, some
High court’s election-year lineup rich in high-profile cases
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court’s lineup of new cases is fit for an election year.
MEAL OPTIONS | Other places to go
The Salvation Army, 1501 Glenwood Ave., offers lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through
Suspect in Planned Parenthood attack makes 1st court appearance
Associated Press COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. The man accused in the shooting rampage at a Colorado
Browns find another excruciating way to lose as Ravens return blocked FG for winning TD
The Ravens finally got a break that didn’t mean they were losing another player.
2015 All-Ohio FOOTBALL TEAMS for Divisions I & II
DIVISION I First team Offense Ends: Jason Blizzard, Mentor, 5-foot-9, 175 pounds, senior; Nick
49ers still looking for road win
While many of the Niners were furious at the officials Sunday, they still must clean up their play to avoid costly miscues.
Black pastors press Trump on tone
Associated Press NEW YORK Dozens of black pastors pressed Republican presidential front-runner
oddly enough
oddly enough Lawsuit: Amusement park lets chimpanzee smoke cigarettes NEW ORLEANS An animal-
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE: Monday’s Results & Today’s entries
Monday’s results RACE 1 $7,500 - 3 yo’s & up, 1M 70Y, CLM $4,000 3 Farleys Mandate (Ortiz,
Joseph, Homa help McDonald avenge big loss to Columbiana
Sara Joseph scored 19 points, Samantha Homa added 16 and McDonald used a 20-5 run to close the game.
Pleasant surprise: YSU women off to 5-0 start despite youth
Indiya Benjamin had to admit at Monday’s news conference that she was surprised about YSU’s flawless 5-0 record.
Woman beaten
Woman beaten YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating after reports said a woman was hospitalized
More GIRLS BASKETBALL FROM MONDAY
Canfield 51, Ravenna 48 RAVENNA Canfield’s Ashley Kaleel came alive in the second half with four
Niles city officials banking on voters’ desire to be safe
Editorial: All eyes have been focused on Niles city government since a 0.25 percent income-tax increase went
Don’t ignore racial wealth gap
Opinion: By Orson Aguilar Tribune News Service It’s encouraging to see presidential candidates of both
cleveland Panel approves statue of Superman
Associated Press CLEVELAND The city’s planning commission has approved an early conceptual
Cyber Monday sales still on top but have lost some of their luster
Associated Press NEW YORK Shoppers traded bricks for clicks Monday, flocking online to snap up
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v The Killers: Tuesday on “Jimmy
Method to help reduce major cause of frailty
Mayo Clinic News Network ROCHESTER, Minn. Chronic inflammation, closely associated with frailty
Man gets five years probation for taking lottery tickets
Dragelevich also has to repay more than $39k to lottery commission
Free dance class
Free dance class YOUNGSTOWN/WARREN Dancing Mindfulness founder Dr. Jamie Marich has combined
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Pink joins UNICEF in fight to end child malnutrition Trailblazing pop star Pink saw
Flexibility in work rules sought for those on welfare
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio officials have asked the federal government for flexibility in
Turkey refuses to apologize to Russia over warplane downing
Associated Press Turkey won’t apologize to Russia for shooting down a warplane operating over
Austintown cops look for suspect in theft
Austintown cops look for suspect in theft AUSTINTOWN The Austintown Police Department continues
At least 7 quakes hit Oklahoma in 1 day
At least 7 quakes hit Oklahoma in 1 day OKLAHOMA CITY At least seven earthquakes rattled north-
Akron Children’s to host Christmas event
Akron Children’s to host Christmas event BOARDMAN “A Children’s Holiday” tree lighting and
Police shooting cited in threat at U of Chicago
Associated Press CHICAGO Federal authorities said an online threat that led the University of
Medal of Freedom sought for Simeon Booker
Lawmakers urge President Obama to award Medal of Freedom to Simeon Booker
Rubio: Radical jihadists use refugee crisis as cover
Associated Press LACONIA, N.H. Sen. Marco Rubio said Monday that radical jihadists are using
Fitch’s Gray, Harding’s Bowden, Boardman’s Graziani on All-Ohio second team
Five area players were named to the Associated Press Division I and II All-Ohio teams, released on Monday.
SPORTS digest
YSU’s Hain named Player of the Week YOUNGSTOWN Penguins senior mens basketball forward Bobby
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