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New Castle man arrested after chase through Campbell, Coitsville
A New Castle man was arrested after police said he led them on a high speed pursuit while intoxicated that ended up on U.S. Route 422 in Campbell and Coitsville.
Butler man killed in 1-car crash
A Butler man was killed early Saturday when he missed a left curve traveling south on state Route 173 near Rocket Drive in Slippery Rock Township and his car hit a stone sign foundation and a wooden fence, tipped over on the driver’s side and stopped in a private yard.
3rd round of water tests in Sebring shows most below limit
The Ohio EPA released a third round of tap water test results Friday from Sebring Village homeowners who asked to have their water tested for lead.
Singers, players, writers meld in extraordinary Chaney Jazz Ensemble
Members of the Chaney Jazz Ensemble are like gems in a fine piece of jewelry.
DeBartolo voted into Pro Football HOF
The fourth time proved to be the charm for Eddie DeBartolo Jr.
More than 100 run through Poland Forest today for Paczki Dash
Runners of all ages ran through Poland Forest Saturday for a good cause.
Vendors, music fill Kilcawley today for African Marketplace
Being accused of getting fresh with someone often carries a negative connotation, but doing so is an attractive quality for Carla L. Brown.
Ben Carson coming to Canfield Sunday for private fundraiser
Dr. Ben Carson, a Republican presidential candidate, will attend a campaign fundraiser Sunday in Canfield.
Carly Finlen | Eric Sofranko
CANFIELD Carly Finlen and Eric Sofranko were united in marriage at 1:30 p.m. Sept. 26, 2015, in a
Meghan Wantz | Donald Santisi
Cleveland St. Paul Shrine was the setting at 2:30 p.m. Sept. 19, 2015, as marriage vows were
Heather Martin | Troy Balint
North Jackson The wedding of Heather R. Martin and Troy J. Balint took place at 2:30 p.m. May 23,
Kristen Frank | Keith Miller
POLAND The wedding of Kristen Frank and Keith Miller took place at 1:30 p.m. Aug. 1, 2015, at Holy
5 water customers contend Youngstown violates state law
Five Youngstown water customers – three from the suburbs and two from the city – filed a class-action lawsuit questioning the legality of using water and wastewater funds for economic development.
Irish use same MO to finish sweep of Cards
There’s a chance Ursuline could run into Cardinal Mooney in the postseason and the Irish probably wouldn’t mind a third meeting.
Youngstown, Israeli students learn about Holocaust through Shared Reading Project
Honors English students learn with students from Israel.
Eddie DeBartolo Jr. awaits word on Hall of Fame candidacy
DeBartolo owned the team 49ers 1977-98 and was affectionately known as “Mr. D.”
Sharpsville boy will be in Super Bowl commercial
Staff report SHARPSVILLE, PA. Camren Klenke of Transfer, Pa., will be part of a television
Trumbull Vets Assistance Program graduates 1st participant
The participant, a veteran of the Army who served from 1998 to 2002 and was deployed in Iraq in 2001 and 2002, is expected to have his charge dismissed by Judge Philip Vigorito of Newton Falls Municipal Court, probate Judge James Fredericka said.
Simulator educates public on dangers of texting and driving
AT&T promotes “It Can Wait” campaign at Best Buy in Boardman.
McDonald survives shaky start against Western Reserve
Jake Reckard and Dylan Portolese each scored 20 points for McDonald.
Sebring council to mull water ordinances
A Cleveland-based federal prosecutor is working on the Sebring water lead contamination investigation.
Let the countdown begin
Football is still in the air, but spring is on the way and fishing isn’t far behind. Last week,
Manziel’s father fears for his son’s safety
With Johnny Manziel’s professional career in doubt and his personal life crumbling, his father fears for his safety.
Rep. Tim Ryan says a loss of less than 20 points in N.H. is a win for Hillary
Clinton will be stronger in other states, Ryan says
YSU is among nation’s most-affordable online colleges
YSU is ranked No. 17 on a website’s most-affordable online colleges
Defense attorneys in Oakhill case: We’re ‘not trying to delay this trial’
‘The defense is not trying to delay this trial,’ they wrote in a statement
Ohio Players give students, teachers lesson in perseverance
Billy Beck, above center, and Ricky Ward, right, of the Ohio Players perform Friday at Choffin Career and Technical Center in Youngstown for Black History Month. Both musicians are Youngstown natives.
ON THE LINKS
ON THE LINKS Friday’s pro golf results PHOENIX OPEN SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. James Hahn shot a
Quake hits Taiwan
Quake hits Taiwan TAIPEI, Taiwan Rescuers in the southern Taiwanese city of Tainan pulled out
COLUMBUS — Do you think Donald Trump is the best candidate to lead our nation to new levels of
Opinion: COLUMBUS — Do you think Donald Trump is the best candidate to lead our nation to new levels of
We can understand that many in the Mahoning Valley found troubling the news this week that sales of
Editorial: We can understand that many in the Mahoning Valley found troubling the news this week that sales of
Victims of confidence schemes believe they are extraordinary
Opinion: By Maria Konnikova Los Angeles Times A few years ago, an internationally respected 68-year-old
Many see cause for optimism in economy
Associated Press WASHINGTON Consider looking past January’s so-so job growth. At first glance,
Don’t view sales downturn of Cruze as cause for alarm
Editorial: Many in the Mahoning Val- ley find troubling the news this week that sales of the Lordstown-
Lessons from Flint, Sebring
Opinion: Toledo Blade: The crisis in Flint, Mich., has cities and towns across the country concerned about
‘THE CHOICE’
‘THE CHOICE’ Grade: C+ Rated: PG-13 for sexual content Stars: Teresa Palmer, Tom Welling,
Toledo Blade: The crisis in Flint, Mich., has cities and towns across the country concerned about
Opinion: Toledo Blade: The crisis in Flint, Mich., has cities and towns across the country concerned about
A familiar formula is used in Nicholas Sparks film Cliche SSLqChoicesSSRq
By Rick Bentley Tribune News Service Movies made from books by Nicholas Sparks are like those
UAW Local 1714 reaches tentative agreement with GM
The union posted the announcement to its Facebook page today.
Record Review
Elton John Album: “Wonderful Crazy Night” Grade: A- Elton John puts some pep in his pop on
.22 rimfire shoot at Hidden Valley club
.22 rimfire shoot at Hidden Valley club West Middlesex, Pa. Hidden Valley Sportsman’s Club, 268
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Submit info for Holy Week, Easter
Submit info for Holy Week, Easter The Vindicator will run a listing of area services that are open
ash wednesday services At Valley churches
Area churches plan services for Ash Wednesday, Feb. 10. This marks the beginning of Lent, a season
Bridgestone-Firestone recalls 36,000 heavy truck tires
Associated Press DETROIT Bridgestone-Firestone North America is recalling more than 36,000 heavy
SyrWay opens
SyrWay opens BOARDMAN SyrWay Technologies, a website-development and printing company in
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .128.12-0.19 Aqua America, .71
Boy Scout Sunday
Boy Scout Sunday At worship at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Cub Scout Pack 25 and their families and Boy
Ensure you are eligible to vote
Opinion: Do you think Donald Trump is the best candidate to lead our nation to new levels of security and
Casinos try wooing millennials with tattoos, martial arts, table games
Associated Press BOSTON Casinos worried that millennials aren’t getting into traditional
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Phantoms, 7:05 p.m.: The local hockey team takes on Tri-
Ruffed grouse can be surprisingly bold
Thomas Felton of Kimbolton, Ohio, recently sent me some photos of a ruffed grouse he had been
sunday news shows
sunday news shows Guest lineups Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”:
Youngstown Foundation doles out $6M to nonprofits
The largest gift went from the Michael Kusalaba Fund to the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County
Black Knights recruiting minorities for police department
Opinion: An information session is set at 6 p.m. Monday at McGuffey Centre on the city’s East Side
lenten programs and activities in the valley
This is a listing of programs and activities being offered during Lent: Ambassadors for Christ:
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Bruno Mars confirms Super Bowl gig SAN FRANCISCO Bruno Mars finally has confirmed
Two arrested for heroin, one for crack cocaine
Woman cited for marijuana possession after her car blocked traffic
birthdays
birthdays Actress Zsa Zsa Gabor is 99. Actor Rip Torn is 85. Actress Mamie Van Doren is 85. Actor
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Crystal James and Shaveh Davis, Youngstown, girl, Feb. 4.
DNA evidence received by investigators in Rainn Peterson disappearance case but no resolution
DNA evidence received by investigators in Rainn Peterson disappearance case but no resolution
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Saturday, Feb. 6, the 37th day of 2016. There are 329 days left in the year.
METRO DIGEST || Public discussion set on Youngstown seniors levy
Public discussion set on seniors levy YOUNGSTOWN A public panel discussion on the proposed new
Students from under-performing schools are eligible for private school scholarships
Mahoning Valley students from several Youngstown and Warren schools qualify for private school help
At funeral, Ore. standoff leader is hailed as hero
Associated Press KANAB, Utah Inside a packed Mormon church in this desert town Friday, a leader
UN chief: 34 groups are allied with IS
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS Thirty-four militant groups from around the world reportedly
Fashion and talent casting call is Sunday
Fashion and talent casting call is Sunday boardman A second annual casting call for the
Hints for a great Super Bowl party
Dear Readers: The Super Bowl is tomorrow, Feb. 7, and if you are like many, it’s time for a party.
SPORTS digest
Akron stays hot, tops Central Michigan AKRON Freshman Josh Williams hit six 3-pointers and
She wonders where golden years are
Dear Annie: All of my life, I’ve heard about the ”golden years.” Why are mine only black and gray?
Up for adoption
Up for adoption How to adopt: Call West Side Cats at 330-792-4228. Visit them at the shelter at
Tragic injury changed two Ohio State players’ lives forever
There was a time when Carolina Panthers safety Kurt Coleman wasn’t sure if he should — or even could — play football again.
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE: Today’s Entries
Post time: 12:15 p.m. RACE 1 $14,900, 3 yo’s & up, 5F, F & M, MCL $15,000 1 My Turn to Dance
Police: BMX rider’s death appears to be suicide
Veteran X Games biker Dave Mirra has died in North Carolina, police say. He was 41.
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-over-par 73 and
MORE Boys BASKETBALL FROM FRIDAY
MORE Boys BASKETBALL FROM FRIDAY Lisbon 77, Columbiana 45 COLUMBIANA Austin Rutecki had a
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .128.12-0.19 Aqua America, .71