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Mental health care in Ohio shifts from hospitals to jails
AFTER WOODSIDE: The 112-bed Woodside Receiving Hospital on East Indianola Avenue in Youngstown, shown is this Vindicator file photo from May 15, 1981, housed people ...
Stories published November 22, 2015
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Downtown deli serves up holiday spirit
YOUNGSTOWN In all likelihood, Adele Comer will spend a good portion of Thanksgiving at home studying for some of her classes at Eastern Gateway Community College.
YSU's Orr chosen as Rhodes scholar
Ashley E. Orr of Columbiana, a senior at Youngstown State University, is among 32 American men and women chosen as Rhodes scholars to pursue post-graduate studies at Oxford University in England.
Ursuline, Steubenville to meet in Boardman
Big Red and Irish will play a Division IV state semifinal at Boardman's New Spartan Stadium.
HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY | Franklin Sherman
HONOREE Residence: Shepherd of the Valley-Poland Date of birth: Nov. 26, 1915, in Mount Zion,
Mr., Mrs. Ifft to celebrate golden event
BOARDMAN Mr. and Mrs. David Ifft of Boardman will celebrate their 50th anniversary with a party
Why Belgium? Here's why
The family homes of the suspected mastermind of the Paris attacks and one of the suicide bombers stand only a few blocks apart in the Belgian capital's Molenbeek neighborhood.
Webb’s three scores not enough for YSU
The Penguins’ offense went quiet in the fourth quarter again.
Ursuline rolls into first state semifinal since 2011
Ursuline coach Larry Kempe will come up with a plan to celebrate his first career regional title, but whatever it is, it’ll be indoors.
Burghill man has racing in his blood
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com WARREN Ron Novak is an encyclopedia of knowledge about Sharon
Case of embalmer twice convicted of killing wife starts anew
Robert Girts’ plea and sentencing were vacated so the case could be set for trial or Girts could plead again
Valley real estate group provides food for seniors
Sometimes blessings come in the most unlikely places.
SPORTS DIGEST || Phantoms fall to Stars 2-1 in overtime
Ludvig Hogff’s overtime goal lifted the Lincoln Star to Saturday’s 2-1 victory over the Youngstown Phantoms.
Historic Christmas display returns
“Memories of Christmas Past” is at the Arms Family Museum now through Jan. 3.
YSU ensembles to preview Carnegie concert
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State University Concert Band and Wind Ensemble will head
Elections board affirms Stocker re-elected Struthers mayor
A hand recount of the anti-fracking measure is to begin Dec. 1.
‘Lion King’ roars with TV movie, series
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES When Ford Riley was tasked with adding a new TV
METRO DIGEST || Run, walk set for Thanksgiving Day
The inaugural What We’re Thankful 4-miler and 3K walk presented by Second Sole Boardman will take place on Thanksgiving morning at the Davis Family YMCA, 45 McClurg Road.
MILESTONES
Trooper Daniel H. Jesse has been promoted to sergeant and will transfer from his current assignment in Warren District Criminal Investigations to serve as an assistant post commander at the Southington Post.
'It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play,’ features talented cast
Youngstown State University gots an early start to Christmas entertainment with its latest production, “It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play,” by Joe Landry.
Mental health care in Ohio shifts from hospitals to jails
AFTER WOODSIDE: The 112-bed Woodside Receiving Hospital on East Indianola Avenue in Youngstown, shown is this Vindicator file photo from May 15, 1981, housed people with mental health issues from 1944 through 1996. Since that time, the biggest providers of mental-health services in the state have been jails and prisons. Woodside was demolished two years ago.
Crisis Shelter to sell lottery calendars
Crisis Shelter to sell lottery calendars NEW CASTLE, PA. Crisis Shelter of Lawrence County, 1215
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Lordstown will meet at 7 p.m. at the S.C.O.P.E. Center, 1776 Salt Springs Road. Devotions
#GivingTuesday is the definition of hashtag activism
The five days after Thanksgiving are a mixture of hysteria, hype and maybe some hope. The mother-
American Holiday arts and crafts show set at Butler
A preview party will be Dec. 4; Dec. 5 and 6 are show dates.
49ers place Kaepernick on IR
The former Super Bowl QB might have played his final game with San Francisco.
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
Today is Sunday, Nov. 22, the 326th day of 2015
Today is Sunday, Nov. 22, the 326th day of 2015. There are 39 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Snow piles up in Upper Midwest
Associated Press People fired up snowblowers and dug out their shovels Saturday after the first
Carson would support monitoring of ‘anti-American’ groups
Associated Press COLUMBIA, S.C. Retired neurosurgeon Ben Carson said Saturday that he wants to
To fight heroin abuse, report users to police
Opinion: To fight heroin abuse, report users to police The substance abuse addiction overtaking the
METRO DIGEST || Raspberry Pi
Raspberry Pi YOUNGSTOWN The Oak Hill Collaborative had a successful conclusion to its free four-
Prepare for the unexpected
By SCOTT MAYEROWITZ AP Airlines Writer NEW YORK A stronger economy and lower gas prices mean
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
HONOR The Automobile Dealers Association of Eastern Ohio has nominated Diane Sauer, dealer
Obama: Refugee vetting is vigorous
Obama: Refugee vetting is vigorous WASHINGTON The Obama administration is assuring governors
Are the G-Men lying?
Opinion: First, let there be no misunderstanding: The headline is not a reflection of this writer’s opinion
Television Q&A
Television Q&A By Rich Heldenfels Q. I was just wondering if the man that is on “Cheaters” is
Good start for the revival of schools in Youngstown
Editorial: Two outstanding educa- tors, the president of a renowned foundation, a successful businessman and a
UAW OKs new pact with GM
Staff/wire report DETROIT The United Auto Workers union has approved its contract with General
Vacation from your vacation
Vacation from your vacation Spending time with extended family can be one of the best parts of
Freedom of speech includes dispensing healing wisdom
Opinion: WASHINGTON Never has American freedom of speech been attacked so flagrantly, promiscuously and on
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Pipe organ concert, 4 p.m.: Acclaimed musician Douglas Cleveland
SENIOR CITIZENS
Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet at noon Tuesday at St. Mark’s Fellowship Hall on Logan Way.
The Vindicator – your daily First Amendment routine
Opinion: R. Douglas King might be a great person for Youngstown school kids. But his resume is certainly
COLUMBIANA/TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS Columbiana COUNTY New complaints Randy Heffner v. Ohio Canon Construction, money.
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Michigan State shocks Ohio State
The last place Michael Geiger, all 5-foot-8 and 185 pounds of him, wanted to end up was at the bottom of a pile of Michigan State football players.
Gordon wants one for the road
Jeff Gordon has a chance to write the ultimate Hollywood ending to what’s already an illustrious career.
Happy return lifts Michigan
Jim Harbaugh was sure after Saturday’s win over Penn State that his team was ready for a shot to compete for its first Big Ten title in over a decade.
W. PENNSYLVANIA roundup | Saturday’s games
Pittsburgh 45, Louisville 34 PITTSBURGH Nathan Peterman tossed four touchdowns in the second
Hard work, appreciation for customers keep custom metal company going
Hard work, appreciation for customers keep custom metal company going
Junior Civic League of Youngstown to host 60th annual Cinderella Ball
"A Reflection of Excellence" is the 2015 theme.
Marleau helps Sharks take a bite out of Pens
San Jose Sharks forward Patrick Marleau helped his team continue its roll on the same night he joined an elite group of NHL players.
Earnheardt releases “Switch-A-Wish”
Earnheardt releases “Switch-A-Wish” Three Worlds Press is announcing the release of
YSU notebook
Webb’s big day: With his outstanding performance on Saturday — two kick return touchdowns and a
Mount Union rolls over St. Lawrence
The only thing average about Mount Union’s first-round playoff game on Saturday was the score.
Power of Love, James lead Cavs past Hawks
Kevin Love scored a season-high 25 points, LeBron James added 19 and the Cavaliers beat the Atlanta Hawks 109-97 on Saturday night.
Browns turn to Manziel; more changes possible
Johnny Manziel got promoted during the bye week. Everyone else was put on notice.
Innate need to nurture
By Kari Richardson Chicago Tribune (TNS) Children seem to have an innate need to nurture living
Steelers remain in playoff mix
The similarities are there if you look hard enough, though the Pittsburgh Steelers aren’t ones to dwell on the past.
Company puts used fracking fluid to other uses
By DAVID BEARD The Dominion Post MORGANTOWN, W.Va. Deep-well injection of used fracking fluid
Week of November 22, 2015
Christiana Trust to Sukhwinder Singh, E. LaClede Ave., Youngstown, $5,000. Gina M. Popovich e tla
Angels of Easter Seals to serve sweets at annual Holiday Brunch and Sweet Shoppe
Recipes from Angels and Friends cookbooks will be served.
High-drama teen girls a recent development
Tribune News Service (TNS) A recent caller to my syndicated radio show objected to advice I
Free gift wrapping for the naughty and nice
You know the scenario: It’s the night before your holiday event, and you’re on your hands and knees
Behind scenes with Jussie Smollett of ‘Empire’
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Cookie, the artist? Possibly. Taraji P. Henson,
Minneapolis shooting: Protesters call for prosecution of police
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS Dozens of demonstrators huddled around bonfires Saturday evening,
birthdays
birthdays Actor Robert Vaughn (“The Man From U.N.C.L.E.”) is 83. Actor Michael Callan is 80.
BRUSSELS: City hunkers down amid terror threat
Associated Press BRUSSELS Belgian authorities closed down Brussels’ subway system and flooded
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Mahoning County District Board of Health personnel committee, 9 a.m., Mahoning
IN THE CUP!
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one Ed Romack aced the 104-yard No. 8 at Bedford Trails Golf Course on
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Applications sought for capital budget
Applications sought for capital budget YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber, in
YARS important to Valley, nation
Opinion: By Thomas Humphries The Vindicator The Valley is incredibly fortunate to serve as the home to