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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 ...
“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.”
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.
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 ...
Stories published December 30, 2015
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
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.
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.
Perfect December for sun-lovers; not so much for skiiers
For those who hate cold weather, this was a December to remember.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘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
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
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.
METRO DIGEST || Pedestrian hit on Meridian
Pedestrian hit AUSTINTOWN A Youngstown man, Frank Puli Jr., 61, remained in St. Elizabeth
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.
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.
“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.”
CHC students get goose bumps at book fair
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students entering C.H. Campbell Elementary School’s library
Students start holiday shopping early
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Students at Poland Dobbins Elementary had the
Mini market supports local artists and businesses
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com In support of shopping local and small business, Stone
Canfield swimming competes against Glen Oak
The Canfield coed swimming and diving team competed against Glen Oak on Dec. 9. The girls team
Boardman Community Briefs
Houston named to fall 2015 Dean’s High Honors List Mitchell Houston was named to the fall 2015
Poland Sports Briefs
Girls basketball falls to Lakeview On Dec. 16, the Poland girls basketball lost to Lakeview 59-50.
City, library and SCORE partner
The City of Youngstown Community Planning and Economic Development Office along with SCORE and the
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.
Canfield Sports Briefs
Send Neighbors your news If you’re a winter sports coach or the parent of an athlete, we need your
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.
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.
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.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
SATURDAY Vienna United Methodist Church, 4265 Warren-Sharon Road, will serve Swiss steak dinners
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.
birthdays
birthdays Actor Russ Tamblyn is 81. Singer Noel Paul Stookey of Peter, Paul and Mary is 78.
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
New Year’s | What’s open/closed
A list of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for the New
Coal industry on track for record-low deaths
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. Amid layoffs and idled operations, the U.S. coal industry is
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
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
Gains in Ramadi come at high cost
Associated Press BAGHDAD The advance of Iraqi forces into the heart of Ramadi, a restive city
Warren church will welcome in 2016 with worship, music and mime
The special service will begin at 10 p.m. New Year’s Eve
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
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Naser Alwanni and Manar Ibrahim, Girard, girl, Dec. 28.
Police academy leaders in Ohio: Proposed standards may up costs
Associated Press DAYTON Some police academy leaders are concerned that proposed statewide
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1210.13.15 Aqua America, .71
US official: Airstrikes have killed 10 IS leaders
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. and coalition airstrikes killed 10 Islamic State leaders over
NYPD assures New Year’s revelers
NYPD assures New Year’s revelers NEW YORK With the nation still jittery over shooting massacres
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
‘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
A mass cultural event
Opinion: By Ann Friedman Los Angeles Times A few days ago, as I bought tickets to “Star Wars: The Force
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
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Wednesday, Dec. 30, the 364th day of 2015. There is one day left in the year.
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
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
Hospitality alliance
Hospitality alliance YOUNGSTOWN A new trade group, Mahoning Valley Hospitality Alliance, will
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
Canfield Community Briefs
Ung named CVMS spelling champ The annual Canfield Village Middle School Spelling Bee took place on
Poland Community Briefs
Heidelberg University announces spring semester dean’s list More than 350 Heidelberg University
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
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
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
By JeanMarie Brownson
By JeanMarie Brownson Chicago Tribune As 2015 ends, I’m thinking of this year’s loss of chef
Help with the cheeseburger challenge
Help with the cheeseburger challenge In their quest to find the valley’s best burger, the Burger
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