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Oakhill attorneys claim prosecutors making false statements to press
The attorneys for Youngstown Mayor John A. McNally and ex-Mahoning County Auditor Michael V. Sciortino, two of the defendants in the Oakhill Renaissance Place criminal-corruption case, accused prosecutors of making incorrect comments to the media about their motives.
Ohio Players bring their R&B show to Choffin students for Black History Month
Choffin Career and Technical Center students, teachers and staff took a ride on the “Love Rollercoaster” to mark Black History Month.
5 customers sue Youngstown, seeking refund of water bill payments
Five Youngstown water customers – including a former Boardman trustee – filed a class-action lawsuit questioning the legality of using water and wastewater funds for economic development.
YPD's use of force falls 3 percent in 2015
From tackling a fleeing suspect to using their electronic stun weapons, city officers used force 90 times in 2015, statistics compiled by the police department show.
YSU students compete in national moot court
You don’t want to argue with Youngstown State University students Andrik Massaro, Jacob Shriner-Briggs, Jillian Smith or Michael Marshall.
Ryan: Loss of less than 20 points is win for Hillary in N.H.
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan, who spent Friday campaigning on behalf of Hillary Clinton in New Hampshire, said the Democratic presidential candidate should consider it a success if she loses the Granite State’s Tuesday primary by less than 20 percentage points.
Simulator at Best Buy discourages phone use while driving
After Drew Bromm’s brief attempt at operating a driving simulator while texting ended with a head-on virtual crash, he described the experience as “chaos.”
Twitter suspends more than 125K accounts related to terrorism
Twitter is now using spam-fighting technology to seek out accounts that might be promoting terrorist activity and is examining other accounts related to those flagged for possible removal, the company announced Friday.
L.A. doctor sentenced after victims die from pain drugs
Doctor sentenced after victims dies from pain drugs
11-year-old Tenn. boy convicted of killing 8-year-old girl
11-year-old Tenn. boy convicted of killing 8-year-old girl
Former NAACP president and CEO endorses Bernie Sanders
Former NAACP president and CEO endorses Bernie Sanders
Two in Oakhill case critical of prosecutor statements made to media
Two in Oakhill case critical of prosecutor statements made to media
Ohio couple plead not guilty to charges in children’s rapes
Ohio couple plead not guilty to charges in children’s rapes
6 people, including 2 children, found dead in Chicago home
6 people, including 2 children, found dead in Chicago home
USC athletic director Pat Haden to step down in June
USC athletic director Pat Haden to step down in June
Disguised gunmen target boxing fans in Dublin hotel; 1 dead
Disguised gunmen target boxing fans in Dublin hotel; 1 dead
Boardman police stepping up patrols on Super Bowl Sunday
Boardman police stepping up patrols on Super Bowl Sunday
State auditor to probe Cincinnati sewer district spending
State auditor to probe Cincinnati sewer district spending
US Rep. Tim Ryan spent today stumping for Hillary Clinton
US Rep. Tim Ryan spent today stumping for Hillary Clinton
Doctor gets 30 years to life for prescription drug deaths
Doctor gets 30 years to life for prescription drug deaths
Louisville announces postseason ban for men's basketball
Louisville announces postseason ban for men's basketball
BMX rider Dave Mirra dies at 41 of apparent suicide
BMX rider Dave Mirra dies at 41 of apparent suicide
HSBC reaches $470M deal with US, states over banking abuses
HSBC reaches $470M deal with US, states over banking abuses
US added just 151K jobs in Jan.; unemployment at 4.9 pct.
US added just 151K jobs in Jan.; unemployment at 4.9 pct.
National parks face $12 billion backlog for maintenance work
National parks face $12 billion backlog for maintenance work
2 dead in shooting at northeast Ohio home, 1 in custody
2 dead in shooting at northeast Ohio home, 1 in custody
Lordstown's UAW Local 1714 reaches tentative agreement with GM
Lordstown's UAW Local 1714 reaches tentative agreement with GM
Review IDs safeguards against future crimes at Ohio treasury
Review IDs safeguards against future crimes at Ohio treasury
Arnold, Montel back Kasich presidential bid as NH vote nears
Arnold, Montel back Kasich presidential bid as NH vote nears
CDC: Men who were in Zika areas should use condoms
CDC: Men who were in Zika areas should use condoms
FDNY: 1 dead, 2 seriously hurt in Manhattan crane collapse
FDNY: 1 dead, 2 seriously hurt in Manhattan crane collapse
Police: Possible howler monkey on the lam in Ohio’s capital
Police: Possible howler monkey on the lam in Ohio’s capital
Majority of home water tests in Sebring are below the lead limit
Majority of home water tests in Sebring are below the lead limit
Sebring lead paint hazard removal OK sought
Mahoning County’s lead remediation director hopes to remove lead paint hazards in Sebring area homes.
State auditors review latest Niles recovery plan
The state could rule on the viability of the plan by next week
YSU women rally past Oakland
If Youngstown State women’s coach John Barnes is bald by season’s end, he won’t be surprised.
Phantoms’ Hirano learning fast as he adjusts to the USHL
It may be a mystery how he does it, but Yushiro Hirano is a quick learner.
Oakhill defendant Yavorcik seeks OK to defend himself
Attorneys for the two other defendants ask the trial judge to sanction prosecutors
Chicago carrier ADI faces new turbulence
The objection was filed Feb. 1 by Executive Express Aviation.
Manziel’s ex-girlfriend: Browns QB struck her
Johnny Manziel’s ex-girlfriend told police the Cleveland Browns quarterback hit her during an argument last weekend in Texas and said he appeared to be on drugs, according to a police report.
Broncos believe they have best linebackers
The Super Bowl linebackers getting all the attention this week are Luke Kuechly and Thomas Davis.
Canfield Road's fate sparks debate at meeting
According to be in compliance with fire code there must be two access points for emergency personnel.
Christian star offers faith in face of adversity
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com In terms of Contemporary Christian Music (CCM), you’d be
Orchestra to perform Disney film songs
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra will capture the magic of classic
Woman gets six months for taking steel grates from church
Tells judge she is a heroin addict with a daughter
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan introduces more drinking water protections
The Howland lawmaker says safety is his No. 1 priority.
Youngstown panel plans to remove asbestos, demolish 2 former Wick Six sites
The cost for the design work is $49,412.
Aquarium helps Poland kids learn about life under the sea
Cayden Halloran, a Union Elementary student, gazes into the 55-gallon saltwater aquarium his school recently acquired. The tank is home to fish, hermit crabs, snails, starfish and coral.
US struggles to build anti-IS strategy in Libya
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration is struggling to find the right mix of
Boardman Community Briefs
Diva Donations opens for girls in need Diva Donations, a formal clothing closet where girls can
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Phantoms, 7:05 p.m.: It’s dollar beer night, and fans
North Korea’s latest antics regarding a missile launch demand a global response
Editorial: There has not been much improvement since 2002 when President George W. Bush declared the rogue
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses James A. Mays, 50, of 860 Moyer Ave., Unit 1,
Campbell Council approves property specialist contract, police cruiser equipment
The property specialist is tasked with developing a registry of the city’s vacant and rental properties.
Zombie fun for Austen fans
By Katie Walsh Tribune News Service Author Seth Grahame-Smith has dined out on the winning
Gas rates to decline
Gas rates to decline YOUNGSTOWN Effective Feb. 15, Dominion East Ohio’s Standard Choice
Fond memories of Vic Rubenstein
Opinion: Vic Rubenstein was one of a kind. The longtime Valley marketing and political consultant was
Who’s the loser now?
Opinion: Sen. Ted Cruz’s upset victory against Donald Trump has robbed “The Donald” of his stock answer to
Clinton, Sanders turn up the heat in NH debate
Associated Press DURHAM, N.H. Fireworks flying in their first one-on-one debate, Hillary Clinton
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Senators visit Cincinnati to hear medical-pot views
Associated Press COLUMBUS, Two state senators are stopping in Cincinnati as part of an effort to
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Friday, Feb. 5, the 36th day of 2016. There are 330 days left in the year.
Columbus joins in boosting awareness of human trafficking
By ANDREW WELSH-HUGGINS Associated Press COLUMBUS The Columbus airport is joining its
Mosquitoes targeted in battle against Zika
Associated Press RIO DE JANEIRO With no hope for a vaccine to prevent Zika in the near future,
Deadline for claiming $63M lotto prize passes
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Luck may have run out for the winner of a California Lottery
mahoning county | Indictments
A county grand jury Thursday indicted these people on these charges: Timothy Leshon Smith, 36,
Trumbull officials celebrate partial completion of Kinsman sewer line
Problems with the construction resulted in legal action being taken against the contractor.
METRO DIGEST || New US citizens
New US citizens YOUNGSTOWN These people recently became U.S. citizens in a naturalization
Keep chargers with you while on trips
Dear Heloise: Reading about travelers with electronic chargers, I wanted to add one note: Always
Girard father charged with child endangering, after officials find passed-out boy
A police report describes the home’s condition as “deplorable.”
Retired Marietta officer gets to buy his K-9 partner for $1
Associated Press MARIETTA, Ohio A recently retired Ohio police officer will get to keep his K-9
Cops find gun, drugs, more than $2,200 cash in two separate incidents
Three arrested, two others cited
Conversations on racism to continue
Conversations on racism to continue YOUNGSTOWN “Sacred Conversations on Racism” will continue
Poland Village Council considers water-quality issues
Council moves forward with actions on Yellow Creek
Official: Classified emails found from Powell and Rice tenures
Associated Press WASHINGTON Former Secretary of State Colin Powell and the immediate staff of
Emails reveal knowledge of water, Legionnaires’ link
Associated Press LANSING, Mich. High-ranking officials in Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder’s
Browns are interested in Columbus practice facility
The team’s 2016 training camp will remain in Berea.
‘Bothered’ dislikes in-law’s decor, comments
Dear Annie: My mother-in-law has a decor that was personalized for her by my husband’s long-term ex-
SPORTS digest
Cardinal Mooney announces HOF class YOUNGSTOWN Fourteen former Cardinal Mooney athletes will be
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Goldwing Road Riders Association Chapter M will meet at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at IHOP on
On the Links | Thursday’s professional golf results
PHOENIX OPEN SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. Rickie Fowler, Shane Lowry and Hideki Matsuyama shared the lead
USHL POWER RANKINGS
USHL POWER RANKINGS The February USHL Power Rankings presented by USA Hockey Magazine, as selected
oddly enough
oddly enough Northern Ireland sells Cold War-era nuclear bunker BALLYMENA, Northern Ireland
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 1-over par 72 in
PREP BASKETBALL ROUNDUP | Thursday’s results
BOYS Austintown Fitch 56, Jefferson 45 JEFFERSON The Falcons won on the road in an inter-tier
SPORTS BY THE NUMBERS 86 Source: ESPN
The number of game-winning goals by Alex Ovechkin since he entered the NHL in 2005-06. That’s 18
Seven NBC teams to disband, form league minus Louisville
The Northeastern Buckeye Conference is coming to an end, but Louisville is the only team with a shaky league future.
Natalie Scarsella v Alex Friend
BOARDMAN Natalie Scarsella became the bride of Alex Friend at 1:30 p.m. July 25 in a ceremony at
BOARDMAN
BOARDMAN Jan. 14 Arrest: A vehicle check on East Midlothian Boulevard led to the arrest of 51
Children read with Reese
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Every so often the Austintown library hosts a
Navarra-Smith engagement is announced
Sarah Navarra and Kerstin Smith, both of Columbus, are engaged and planning a June 4 wedding. The
New class pets swim into Poland Union
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Poland Union is the new home to a 55-gallon
Miss Pinatiello will marry Mr. Ludwiczak
Christina M. Pinatiello of Sebring and Raymond J. Ludwiczak of Canfield are announcing their
Austintown students named to Kent’s Fall 2015 Dean’s List
Kent State recently recognized more than 8,200 undergraduate students who have been named to the
Abby Jensen to be bride of Bill Kaglic
Abby Jensen and Bill Kaglic of Austintown are announcing their engagement and upcoming wedding.
Canfield Community Briefs
Diva Donations opens for girls in need Diva Donations, a formal clothing closet where girls can
Students jump start heart campaign
C.H. Campbell Elementary School kicked off its annual American Heart Association Jump Rope for Heart campaign with a music-filled high-energy assembly Jan. 15.
Canfield students perform with All-State Orchestra
The Canfield Local Schools and its band program was well represented at the Ohio Music Education
CANFIELD
CANFIELD Jan. 14 Drug abuse: Police arrested Brandon White, 37, of Waddell Street, Leetonia, on
Poland Community Briefs
Diva Donations opens for girls in need Diva Donations, a formal clothing closet where girls can
Poland Sports Briefs
Poland LaCrosse Club registration on Feb. 7 Boys and girls registration for Poland LaCrosse Club
Canfield students named to Fall 2015 Dean’s List
Kent State recently recognized more than 8,200 undergraduate students who have been named to the
Fun-filled activities for seniors
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Every third and fourth Thursday of the month,
Students show creative school skills
Students at Austintown Fitch High School showed off their creativity on Jan. 21 during the Creative Arts Night at the high school.
Transform bird seed to feeder ornaments
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Spring has sprung early at the Austintown
Northern Whale competes to win band contest
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Northern Whale, a local band from Youngstown,
Students spin wheel and try new veggies
West Boulevard Elementary introduced a new, fun way to try different vegetables during their lunch period on Jan. 21.
Fun-filled activities for seniors
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Every third and fourth Thursday of the month,
First pancake breakfast proves successful
The Celebrate Poland committee hosted a Pancake Breakfast fundraiser at Poland Seminary High School on Jan. 23.
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