News for December 23, 2015

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.

3 Hubbard firefighters injured in accident

Woman arraigned in deadly Vegas Strip crash; no plea entered

Police investigating burglary at Struthers Mini Mart

8th US death due to Takata air bag explosion identified

Organizers expect hundreds at Mall of America protest

Grand jury indicts truck driver in Tracy Morgan crash

Energy stocks lead a market gain as oil price climbs

Dispute over Ohio’s voting rules in hands of federal judge

Airlines prep for holiday crush: More flights, bigger planes

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

Beware of credit-card skimmers at gas pumps

Firefighter may lose $78K job for shoplifting $7.98 in items

Signatures submitted in Ohio ’drug price relief’ proposal

Pennsylvania Turnpike ready for holiday traffic

'Real Housewives' star released from prison

Sheriff: Teen dies in mobile home fire in western Ohio

Break-in at Boardman business

City's Community Police Unit playing Santa today

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

LaBrae too much for Newton Falls

LaBrae was too big and brought too many people for Newton Falls.

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.

Man gets five years in Campbell beating case

Victim said she still carries injuries from the attack

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

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

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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

Thomas voted to Pro Bowl for ninth time

Browns LT Joe Thomas is in select company.

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

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

Today is Wednesday, Dec. 23, the 357th day of 2015. There are eight days left in the year.

Weather turned upside-down across US

Associated Press SEATTLE A weather pattern partly linked with El Nino has turned winter upside-

Lake Milton man faces drug charges

Aaron Tilton is in the Mahoning County jail

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

New York mall worker shot during attempted robbery

Associated Press GARDEN CITY, N.Y. Pandemonium erupted Tuesday at a Long Island mall filled

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

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