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Inmates to help patch potholes
The potholes on South Turner, near Mahoning Avenue, like many roads throughout the Valley, present an obstacle course for drivers trying to avoid damaging their ...
Stories published March 14, 2015
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Pi Day was a day for breaking records at Oh WOW! downtown
When Anna Olivier began her day, she probably didn’t realize she would be part of an effort to break a local record on a day that comes once every 100 years.
Kurds say IS used chlorine gas against fighters near Syrian border
Kurdish authorities in Iraq said Saturday they have evidence that the Islamic State group used chlorine gas as a chemical weapon against peshmerga fighters, the latest alleged atrocity carried out by the extremist organization now under attack in Tikrit.
Whisler, Bloor will compete in finals
Howland’s David-Brian Whisler (39-2) and Wellsville’s Seth Bloor (47-1) will wrestle for state titles today.
Man pleads guilty in Nov. slaying of store owner
Larry McDonald's pleas to aggravated murder and aggravated robbery head off a trial that was to begin Monday.
Phantoms surge to take 1st place in East, tied for overall top spot
Conley’s two goals propel Youngstown to 13th straight win
Youngstown mayor touts downtown revitalization in State of City address
Adds that there are plans for new businesses in other parts of the city
Report: Ohio state employees earned $3B, including $113M in OT last year
A total of 66 state employees earned $190,000 or more last year
YSU women put a scare into Green Bay
The Penguins nearly overcame a 17-point deficit in the Horizon League semifinals.
Chaney Speech, Debate Team competes in first season
Two Chaney freshmen were alternates to the state speech and debate tournament
Springfield goes cold vs. Canton C.C.
Springfield fell to Canton Central Catholic, 45-34, in a Division III district final at Salem High School.
Veterans council honors Revetti, Greenwood
Greenwood provided free vehicle care to deployed NG dependents
Music, art fest features 15 bands
Staff report NEW CUMBERLAND, W.Va. The inaugural Montani Semper Liberi Music and Art Festival
Mike + the Mechanics keeps Genesis fans happy
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Northeast Ohio has a special place in the mind of
Cavs’ Irving has ‘unstoppable’ performance
Cleveland’s awesome guard did it all Thursday night, scoring a franchise-record 57 points
Pet Awareness Class Club program at AWL
The first series is for kids 3 to 8, and will focus on responsible pet ownership, dog-bite prevention, animal safety and awareness and service-dog etiquette.
OVI offenders arraigned in Youngstown court
One has high alcohol content, the other has six previous alcohol offenses
Ohio AG certifies marijuana ballot issue
ResponsibleOhio’s petition language now goes to the Ohio Ballot Board for its consideration.
Inmates to help patch potholes
The potholes on South Turner, near Mahoning Avenue, like many roads throughout the Valley, present an obstacle course for drivers trying to avoid damaging their vehicles. Mahoning County workers started patching there, but many more holes remain.
GIRLS BASKETBALL Today’s game
Who: West Branch Warriors (26-1) vs. Geneva Eagles (19-7). What: Division II regional final.
Boardman girls finish 14th at state
Alexis Grim bowled 189-213-170 games for a 572 series. Grim finished in 15th place among individuals.
Valentine, MSU defense stop OSU
D’Angelo Russell had 19 points for sixth-seeded Ohio State (23-10), which had won four of five.
Boston parade has 2 gay, lesbian groups
Associated Press BOSTON The St. Patrick’s Day parade in Boston will make history Sunday as two
birthdays
birthdays Actor Michael Caine is 82. Composer-conductor Quincy Jones is 82. Sax player Walt
Goal is to protect rights of OU frat members, lawyer says
Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY The actions of some fraternity members at the University of
newsmakers
newsmakers First lady, DeGeneres get their groove on WASHINGTON Michelle Obama has brought the
Hughes, Spitler, Trimmer earn district player of the year honors
Springfield’s Eric Fender was named coach of the year in Division III.
Terrorism charges
Terrorism charges NEW YORK Three men accused in a plot to travel to Syria to join forces with
Iraq militia leader hails Iran’s ‘unconditional’ support
Associated Press TIKRIT, Iraq The U.S. has failed to live up to its promises to help Iraq fight
Report: Dam should be replaced immediately
Associated Press BUCKEYE LAKE, Ohio A new report that suggests draining a central Ohio lake to
New Fitch HOF seeking nominations by May 1
Induction weekend will be Oct. 2-3 for Fitch-Massillon matchup
Fracking takes center stage
Opinion: COLUMBUS There’s one message that has been heard loud and clear at the Statehouse: The good people
Self- driving car set for trip across US
Associated Press AUBURN HILLS, Mich. Call it a preview of the cross-country road trip of the
Kia to recall some Soul small SUVs
Kia to recall some Soul small SUVs DETROIT Kia is recalling nearly 209,000 Soul small SUVs
Judge wants ex-cop to be cautionary tale
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A former western Pennsylvania police officer convicted of violating
Energy agency sees more oil declines, potential for conflict
Associated Press NEW YORK Oil prices have further to drop with few signs of slowing production
SSLQRUN ALL NIGHTSSRQ
REVIEW “RUN ALL NIGHT” Grade: B Cast: Liam Neeson (above), Joel Kinnaman, Common, Ed Harris.
Suspect to stand trial in fire that killed 6
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A man accused of starting a house fire that killed six people,
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v St. Patrick’s Day bar crawl and parties: To register for the annual
METRO DIGEST || 5 Minutes with the Mayor Tuesday
Minutes with McNally YOUNGSTOWN Mayor John A. McNally will have his monthly Five Minutes with
Space heater caused fatal fire in Columbus
Space heater caused fatal fire in Columbus COLUMBUS Authorities say a space heater was the
Woods to miss Bay Hill, optimistic for Masters
Woods to miss Bay Hill, optimistic for Masters PALM HARBOR, Fla. Tiger Woods won’t be at Bay
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 25.64 —.38 Avalon
Steelers, Roethlisberger agree on 5-year contract
The Steelers also signed veteran RB DeAngelo Williams.
St. Christine Scouts will serve dinner
St. Christine Scouts will serve dinner YOUNGSTOWN St. Christine Scouting program is hosting an
State titles on minds of Raiders and Letscher
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Warren Harding Raiders’ boys bowling team last
Bob the builder: Boldon duplicates success at OU
It took three years for Bob Boldon to resurrect the Youngstown State women’s basketball program. At Ohio, he did it in two.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Bradly T.E. Faulk, 23, of 480 Francisca Ave.,
prophetic seder
prophetic seder At Touch Heaven Church A Prophetic Passover Seder is planned at Touch Heaven
Births
Births St. Joseph Warren Hospital Jeremy and Melissa Host, Warren, girl, March 12. Joshua and
Prophetic Seder aims to inspire and educate
The event will be March 21 at Touch Heaven Church in Canfield
Suicide could be linked to shooting
Associated Press CLEVELAND Cleveland police say they are trying to determine whether a man who
Congress exempt from email rules
Associated Press WASHINGTON Members of Congress who are demanding Hillary Rodham Clinton’s
At Phoenix VA, Obama says more to be done for veterans
Associated Press PHOENIX Amid persistent complaints about veterans’ health care, President
Hospitalizations for flu drop below 100
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio health officials say the number of flu-related hospitalizations
Girls in ‘Slender Man’ stabbing to be tried as adults, judge rules
Associated Press WAUKESHA, Wis. Two young Wisconsin girls accused of stabbing their classmate
METRO DIGEST || Probe continues into fatal accident
Probe continues into fatal accident WARREN Police are still investigating how a pickup truck
Protest organizers: More work lies ahead
Associated Press FERGUSON, Mo. The protesters who spent eight months pressing for changes in
Youngstown man arrested on theft charges in Austintown
Zarlingo III will also face previous Boardman, Trumbull County cases
Safety director: Put fines back
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s public-safety director is urging the state Senate to restore
Submit info for Holy Week, Easter
Submit info for Holy Week, Easter The Vindicator will run a listing of area services that are open
Man, woman found dead; murder-suicide suspected
Associated Press NEW FRANKLIN, Ohio A man and woman have been found dead with gunshot wounds in
Spring pledge drive
Spring pledge drive Living Bread Radio Network, Catholic Radio AM 1060 and 89.5 FM, will conduct
GM settles ignition-switch suit for 2nd time
Associated Press DETROIT A Georgia lawsuit that helped expose General Motors’ failure to
Can Clinton stop the implosion?
Opinion: The storm over Hillary Clinton’s use of a private email account while secretary of state is a useful
An outrageous act in Ferguson
Opinion: Kansas City Star: Everyone should be outraged over the shooting of two officers early Thursday
Valley will have to make nice with next president of EGCC
Editorial: The four finalists for president of Eastern Gateway Community College came to Youngstown to meet the