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17 schools vie to build strongest bridge
Brent Kidwell and Sal Thomas of Trumbull County Career and Technical Center make last-minute adjustments as they prepare to test how much weight their bridge ...
Stories published February 28, 2015
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Black officers recall days of discrimination on Youngstown force
If you had to work with people who turned their backs on you in the elevator, that would be bad enough.
Tying immigration to Homeland Security will kill GOP, Republican King says
Democrats are losing some skirmishes over the Department of Homeland Security, but many feel they are winning a political war that will haunt Republicans in 2016 and beyond.
Fire destroys former Ebenezer Church today
Youngstown firefighters encountered their share of problems with cold and ice when they fought a fire at an abandoned church early Saturday morning.
Liberty cops find gun, heroin, crack, pot in traffic stop on Belmont
Jeffery C. Howell, 34, of Early Road, Youngstown, was arraigned on drugs, weapons and traffic charges Friday following a traffic stop on Belmont Avenue Thursday.
Valley teams, individuals headed for state bowling
The Struthers boys bowling team won the Division II district bowling tournament Saturday at Rebman Recreation Center.
Wesleyan student drug overdoses could change policies on all college campuses
As drug overdoses left two Wesleyan students fighting for their lives, witnesses helped investigators quickly identify the suspects:
Can't wait 20 days till spring? Maybe home & garden show will help
With sub-zero temperatures and probably more snow, it may be difficult to think spring, even though the season officially begins in 19 days.
Russian voices suggest many possible motives for critic's Friday murder, except one
Maybe it was Islamic extremists who killed Boris Nemtsov. Or someone offended by his love life. Or agents of a Western power that will stop at nothing to disfigure President Vladimir Putin's image and drive him from power.
Netanyahu's Tuesday address to Congress culminates 6 years of tension with Obama
For six years, President Barack Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have been on a collision course over how to halt Iran's nuclear ambitions, a high-stakes endeavor both men see as a centerpiece of their legacies.
Tamarkin to cease operations by spring; Giant Eagle says decision due to labor dispute
The work for Tamarkin Co. employees may be there, but the operation will not be come May
Phantoms keep streak alive in shootout
Connor Yau’s first goal with the Phantoms in 44 games forced overtime.
Mill Creek MetroParks expands with 2 new acquisitions
Six acres may not seem like a lot, but Justin Rogers, planning manager for Mill Creek MetroParks, says two newly acquired properties that are adjacent to the park will make a meaningful contribution to the park’s perpetual preservation effort.
YSU women host Horizon League’s best in Green Bay
The Penguins (19-7, 8-5 Horizon League) have won four straight games.
Sen Schiavoni pushes closing inquiry panel bill over YDC plan
State Sen. Joseph Schiavoni proposes a bill to form a panel to evaluate and rule on state institution closing proposals.
Canfield’s Cardello begins with a pin
A year ago, Canfield’s Matthew Cardello won the state 102-pound junior high title.
Fitch’s Martin grinds out overtime win at 182
The junior improved to 24-12 to set himself up for today’s championship semifinal against top-seeded Mike Coup of Ashtabula Lakeside.
Survey shows rate of Ohio injuries, illness below national average
Fewer workers in Ohio get injured in the workplace compared to the nation, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Emotions overflow for Nimoy
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES In 1975, Leonard Nimoy published an
Daniel Dae Kim: ‘Hawaii Five-0’ and beyond
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES Daniel Dae Kim made an impressively smooth
Canfield’s Brady has solid finish to swimming career
The Cardinal senior picked up a pair of fourth-place finishes at Saturday’s Division II state swim meet in Canton.
Mahoning Valley United Way exceeds $2.6 million goal
The United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley raised the most money since the economic recession hit.
Ohio licenses for concealed weapons dropped in 2014
The number of renewals rose to a five-year high, however
Ohio's demolition program ends
More than 14,600 abandoned homes due to foreclosure were razed, including 308 in Mahoning County
Guilty plea entered in New Year's Even 2013 killing
Even after two days of negotiations, Larry Johnson seemed to be sure he wanted to go on trial for the New Year’s Eve 2013 slaying of his girlfriend.
17 schools vie to build strongest bridge
Brent Kidwell and Sal Thomas of Trumbull County Career and Technical Center make last-minute adjustments as they prepare to test how much weight their bridge can hold at Friday’s eighth Mahoning Valley Miniature Bridge Building Competition at Youngstown State University. Teams from 17 Mahoning Valley high schools competed.
NBA pioneer Lloyd dies at 86
Earl Lloyd was a player and coach, an NBA champion and later a Hall of Famer. Within the basketball world, he’s something much bigger.
Short-handed Cavs fall to surging Pacers
Rodney Stuckey scored 19 points and George Hill had his first career triple-double.
Crowe-Jepson engagement is announced
NEW SPRINGFIELD Michael and Amy Crowe of New Springfield are announcing the engagement of their
Dorothy Bada, Matthew Martini to wed in June
Stephen Jr. and Pennie Bada of Girard and James Sr. and Karen Martini of Hubbard are announcing the
GTA Atlanta: Kvapil’s car stolen
When Travis Kvapil got the call Friday, he figured someone on his race team was playing a joke.
Moss on the mend from hip surgery
As he works on his potent swing, Brandon Moss is also testing his patience this spring.
YMUA to hold meeting
YMUA to hold meeting AUSTINTOWN The Youngstown Metro Umpire Association will hold a OHSAA
Halko-Popovich wedding planned for July 11
Gina and Joseph Popovich of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their son, Nicholas Popovich, and Taylor Halko, both of Phoenix.
For loss of a dog, here’s comfort
Dear Annie: Several years ago, you printed a piece from a reverend about a dog who had died. My own
Congress OKs 1-week bill to keep Homeland Security open
Associated Press WASHINGTON Bordering on dysfunction, Congress passed a one-week bill late
Teens likely died from carbon monoxide
Associated Press TROY, Ohio Two teenage sisters died and two other siblings of theirs were
Racist graffiti found at high school
Associated Press RADNOR, Pa. A suburban Philadelphia school district is investigating after
cleveland 911 caller: Girlfriend said she killed chief’s brother
Associated Press CLEVELAND A 911 caller reporting the fatal shooting of the brother of
Kurdish fighters rout IS militants in victory
Associated Press BEIRUT Backed by U.S.-led coalition airstrikes, Kurdish fighters fought their
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND Feb. 23
Browns add another quarterback to the mix
The Browns have yet another new quarterback, and this one has a familiar last name.
Jacubec, Mount Union get another shot at Marietta
The loss still lingers in the mind of Mount Union senior guard Nate Jacubec.
Youth policy takes effect at Pa. mall after shooting
Associated Press MONROEVILLE, Pa. A suburban Pittsburgh mall’s plan to ban minors who aren’t
Man cited after crash that trapped him and 10-year-old son in Warren
Harley A. Champlin Jr., 36, of Washington Avenue in Girard, was cited for drunken driving after a crash trapped him and his 10-year-old son in the vehicle.
SAINTS ALIVE
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Lent Madness has attracted a faithful
Black Madam claims she was hired to plump model’s posterior
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA A Gothic hip-hop artist charged with killing a London break dancer
Man convicted in killings of ex-girlfriend, their son
Associated Press AKRON A Northeast Ohio man has been found guilty of aggravated murder and
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Docket State v. Ericka F. Weaver, sentenced to one-year probation
St. John Chrysostom
St. John Chrysostom YOUNGSTOWN The Society of St. John Chrysostom, Youngstown Warren Chapter,
Gunman kills 7, self in house-to-house rampage
Associated Press TYRONE, MO. A man who authorities say may have been unhinged by the death of
Police capture drug lord
Associated Press MEXICO CITY Servando “La Tuta” Gomez, a former schoolteacher who became one of
Island’s police chief accused of ignoring assault claim
Associated Press PUT-IN-BAY, Ohio The police chief in the Lake Erie island resort town of Put-
Ex-school worker pleads guilty to obstruction in rape case
Associated Press. STEUBENVILLE Prosecutors in Ohio say the remaining charges related to the rape
lent madness | A unique activity
Lent Madness is an online educational activity that places 32 saints in a daily tournament. People
Orthodox Lent to begin
March 1 is the first Sunday of Great Lent for Orthodox Christians, and is known as The Orthodoxy
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v YSU basketball, 7:05 p.m.: The Penguins take on Milwaukee at
'Spock' dead at 83
In 1975, Leonard Nimoy published an autobiography with the defiant title, “I Am Not Spock.” Two decades later, he bowed to fate with “I Am Spock,” a revisionist sequel.
Recipe given for trail mix starter
Dear Readers: I make my own Heloise Trail Mix and save a lot of money, as well as use up the last of
BWC approves rate cut for private employers
The change will take effect in July and is expected to save employers about $153 million in premium costs annually
Little support for tax hikes
Opinion: COLUMBUS Gov. John Kasich spent a significant portion of his State of the State address trying to
Oil-train wrecks raise pressure to approve tougher safety rules
Associated Press WASHINGTON Fiery wrecks of trains hauling crude oil have intensified pressure
Contract extended
Contract extended YOUNGSTOWN The contract between the Youngstown General Duty Nurses Association
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Willis laments end to action-thriller ‘Wake’ LOS ANGELES Bruce Willis is not saying
VA secretary’s offensive claim
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Really? The secretary of Veterans Affairs? Surely there is no one who should
Stull-Martinez engagement is made known
The engagement of Nichole Stull and Dave Martinez, both of Hubbard, is announced by their parents.
Keep ‘fast track’ for trade pacts off congressional track forever
Editorial: It’s not every day that Congress- man Tim Ryan snubs an invite to hop on board the train whose
Color of dress is in eye of the beholder
Associated Press It’s the dress that’s beating the Internet black and blue. Or should that be gold
YEARS AGO
Today is Saturday, Feb. 28, the 59th day of 2015. There are 306 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
$250K worth of heroin
$250K worth of heroin WARREN Ricardo McKinney, 25, of Lancer Court is in the Trumbull County
Prominent Russian opposition figure Nemtsov is shot dead
Associated Press MOSCOW Boris Nemtsov, a charismatic Russian opposition leader and sharp critic
METRO DIGEEST || Extension cord to doghouse catches fire
Cord started fire YOUNGSTOWN Fire reports say an extension cord used to provide heat to a
Avalanche survivors await rescue on roofs
Avalanche survivors await rescue on roofs PANJSHIR VALLEY, Afghanistan In an endless sea of
What’s with Republicans in Texas?
Opinion: Two recent examples provide insights into the thinking of Republicans who run Texas and why that
Submit info for Holy Week, Easter
Submit info for Holy Week, Easter The Vindicator will run a listing of area services that are open
Historical bank will be renovated
Historical bank will be renovated CAMPBELL At 2 p.m. Sunday, area photographers, videographers