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Kasich on hot seat over Planned Parenthood funding
Opinion: The New York Times, which endorsed the Ohioan, has urged him to veto a bill that would defund the family health organization
'Kung Fu Panda 3' kicks its way to No. 1 at movie theaters this weekend
Other new releases this weekend did not fare nearly as well
Virginia Tech student arrested in death of missing 13-year-old
The girl had been missing since last week
Hundreds expected at public meeting Thursday on massive Trumbull waterline project
The project could get much larger
Presidential candidates enter final frenzy before first votes Monday
Trump confidently predicts he will win Ohio, Pa., Mich., Fla.
Kasich in NH vows to freeze most federal regulations if elected president
The Ohio governor is the sole GOP candidate not in Iowa on the eve of that state's caucuses
CVS drugstores to begin selling heroin antidote
The drug was used at least 13,000 times in Ohio last year
Triple bombing kills dozens in Syria today; Islamic State group claims responsibility
The violence casts a pall over peace talks
Miss Deeter to be bride of Mr. Endicott
Announcement is being made of the engagement of Aeren Michele Deeter of Youngstown, and Boe William
Fair-Maker engagement is announced
Candice Fair of Struthers and Nick Maker of Lowellville are announcing their engagement and plans
Miss Reuschling, Joshua Swipas to wed Sept. 17
The parents of Ashley R. Reuschling and Joshua J. Swipas, both of Warren, are announcing their
New library branch opens in Canfield
Perhaps you want your youngsters to be subjected to research-based learning centers that provide them with fun and educational ways to develop critical-thinking skills and stimulate their interest in reading.
Gajdos helps Poland clinch share of title
Bella Gajdos, a 5-3 sophomore, had a game-high 28 points for Poland (16-2, 11-1).
‘Cute, cuddly’ library mascot makes his debut
Booker Bear’s costume isn’t cheap, but library officials say his mission is important.
Balmy weather greets Scouts’ Freeze-Out
The “Star Wars” theme made the event even more fun for the boys in grades one to five.
Paczki fundraising race is Saturday
This 5K run winds through the woods and trails of Poland Forest.
Registration for Camp JCC underway
Campers participate in daily activities such as swimming, tennis, arts and crafts and archery.
SPORTS DIGEST || Phantoms fall in OT against RoughRiders
Phantoms fall in OT against RoughRiders CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA The Youngstown Phantoms rallied to
Morse scores 27, but Valpo tops YSU
Cameron Morse connected on eight of 15 shots from the floor and was nine of 10 at the foul line.
Backyard bird count event for home-schooling families
The event will be Feb. 13 at Jennings Environmental Education Center
Al Bright to lecture at Butler
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Al Bright, professor emeritus of art at Youngstown State University, and
Black History Month exhibit features art of YSU alums
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An exhibition marking African American History Month, featuring the
METRO DIGEST || Hermitage wife, mom shot to death
Hermitage police are investigating an apparent murder/attempted suicide that occurred around 6 p.m. Friday on Sample Road where they found Cheryl Lynne Tremmel, 44, dead from a gunshot wound and her husband, Edward Tremmel, 51, with a self-inflicted gunshot wound to his face.
METRO DIGEST || Rhodes scholar
Rhodes scholar YOUNGSTOWN Ashley Orr, the first Youngstown State University student to receive
Ohio EPA reports show Youngstown, Aqua Ohio water supplies are safe
Most recent reports show no dangerous levels of lead or copper
Lead level 4 times higher than benchmark in Warren
A lead-level reading about four times higher than the safe level set by the US Environmental Protection Agency — 64 ppb — was found in Warren last summer, but only the homeowner was notified. Federal and state regulations do not require neighbors to be informed when high readings are found in water near them.
Available for adoption
Go online to angelsforanimals.org or call 330-549-1111 for more information. Name: Charlie Info:
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Tim Dahlberg: Dream matchup makes an ugly year on field
The NFL couldn’t have scripted this Super Bowl much better.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH Calendar of events
A list of area events to commemorate in February, Black History Month, as submitted to The
Prescott helps South top North in Senior Bowl
OSU’s Braxton Miller had two catches for 8 yards and a 5-yard run, along with a 31-yard kick return.
Last 4 occupiers of refuge hold position
Associated Press BURNS, ORE. Four people occupying an Oregon wildlife refuge held their position
Djokovic, Murray on different paths
Based on records alone, Novak Djokovic would appear to be the favorite in the Australian Open final against Andy Murray.
Kerber stuns Serena in Australian Open final
For the second time in as many majors, Serena Williams fell short of equaling Steffi Graf’s Open-era record of 22 Grand Slam singles titles.
DENVER Police: 1 dead, 7 hurt at expo
Associated Press DENVER One person was fatally shot and seven others were injured in a shooting
Tip leads to arrest of escapees
Associated Press SANTA ANA, CALIF. After a week with SWAT raids and a gang dragnet, it was an
Fast-paced Cavs take down Spurs
LeBron James scored 29 points and Kevin Love and Kyrie Irving added 21 apiece.
TRAVEL DIGEST || Dates to avoid
Dates to avoid By now, most savvy air travelers know that the best time to book a flight is about
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
courts TRUMBULL COUNTY Docket Talmer Bank and Trust v. Unknown Heirs or devisees of Lorenzo
Release of Amtrak evidence is near
Release of Amtrak evidence is near PHILADELPHIA Eight months after an Amtrak derailment that
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Julie Walton and Daniel Blankenship, Youngstown, girl,
Broncos’ Ward, Stewart vow to return from injuries
T.J. Ward’s Super Bowl guarantee doesn’t exactly possess the same sort of sizzle as Joe Namath once promising — and delivering — a win.
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, 9:30 a.m., 82 Ohltown Road. Trumbull County Budget
Claiming airspace violation, Turkey warns Russia
Associated Press ANKARA, TURKEY Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan warned Moscow on Saturday
area bowling scores
amron lanes Taylor Kia Double Duos — Carl Cramer Sr. 258-689, Dan Guerrieri 245-694, Chuck Dickey
SAN FRANCISCO Police recite pledge to root out intolerance
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco police officers are being asked to combat racism in
MILESTONES
MILESTONES SCOUTS Eagle Award Matthew J. Bodnark, son of John and Mary Ann Bodnark, has earned
YEARS AGO
Today is Sunday, Jan. 31, the 31st day of 2016. There are 335 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Obama to meet with Muslims on 1st visit to US mosque
Associated Press WASHINGTON In a public show of support, President Barack Obama will meet with
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Texas police investigating Manziel after disturbance
Before Johnny Manziel was found “safe and in no danger,” police in Texas used a helicopter to locate the Browns quarterback.
Snapchat with Sanders, Twitter with Trump
Trying to avoid political rants on social media, or politics in general, is nearly impossible these
PENN STATE Project explores shrubs as renewable energy
By LORI FALCE Centre Daily Times STATE COLLEGE, Pa. Some people look at the scraggly kind of
Winter Wine Affair event will feature Ohio wineries
The event is set for Feb. 20 at Stambaugh Auditorium
Staying power
By James Figy Angie’s List (TNS) Jumping headfirst into the latest bathroom tile trend runs the
MASONIC GRoups
MONDAY Mau Mil/Clotilda Club, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Eat’n
Discussion groups will meet throughout Feb.
Discussion groups will meet throughout Feb. LEETONIA Leetonia Community Public Library, 181
Annual Vindicator Essay Contest and drawing You have two chances to win an American Girl Doll
The Vindicator is conducting both an essay contest and a drawing as two opportunities to win an
senior citizens
Canfield AARP 3104 will meet at 1 p.m. Feb. 8 at Canfield Presbyterian Church. Blood pressure
Join in National Salute to vets
Dear Annie: Thank you once again for providing me the opportunity to reach out and thank our
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
Child is acting like a typical toddler
Tribune News Service Q. Our 3-year-old son is very sweet, loving and generally well-behaved.
GARDEN CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown will meet at 7 p.m. at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Bob
SAG AWARDS ‘Spotlight’ wins best ensemble
Associated Press The Screen Actors Guild Awards were not so white. While the Academy Awards
President Tressel or Gov. Tressel?
Opinion: Of the many things on the 2016 agenda in the Valley, the most interesting to watch could be
BUSINESS DIGEST || YWCA offers tax aid
YWCA offers tax aid YOUNGSTOWN The YWCA of Youngstown will offer free income-tax-filing services
Memo to Spike and Jada: Please get over yourselves
Opinion: Memo to Spike and Jada: Please get over yourselves I am very saddened that the black community in
LIST OF WINNERS
LIST OF WINNERS A complete list of winners at Saturday’s 22nd annual Screen Actors Guild Awards:
Week of January 31, 2016
David Colin Mabbs to Gloria J. Harris, Lansdowne Blvd., Youngstown, $200. Messiah Holiness Church
Super Bowl 50 Tailgate of 2 cities
By MICHELLE LOCKE Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Super Bowl 50 will be a tailgate of two
publishers weekly best-sellers
publishers weekly best-sellers For the week ending Jan. 24 HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Blue,” by
When Fox airs a live production of the musical “Grease” tonight at 7, it will give the
When Fox airs a live production of the musical “Grease” tonight at 7, it will give the Broadway show
Youngstown needs a credit union
Opinion: Editor’s Note: The names of the 13 other community leaders in the Mahoning Valley that were included
Is someone recording your face?
Facial recognition is a broad field in which researchers use 3-D modeling, analysis of patterns of
YSU’s enrollment spike reverses five-year trend
Editorial: A year ago, WE expressed our misgiving about the spin Youngstown State University put on the 4
Book details dying doctor’s quest to find meaning in life
By RASHA MADKOUR Associated Press “When Breath Becomes Air” (Random House), by Paul Kalanithi
SOCIETY DIGEST || Bake sale, benefit will support dog rescue
Bake sale, benefit will support rescue Austintown Legacy Dog Rescue will sponsor a Valentine
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
BANKING Home Savings and Loan Co. recently hired Timothy A. Beaumont as vice president, commercial
Saturday, January 30 (80 stories)
Texas police probing another Manziel incident
Troubled Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel is being investigated by police in Texas following a disturbance during which he may have assaulted his ex-girlfriend.
Kasich, campaigning in New Hampshire, wins endorsement from New York Times
Other Republican contenders are focusing on Iowa this weekend
Shooting, stabbing at Denver motorcycle expo leaves at least 1 dead
It is unclear whether any gangs were involved in the disturbance today
Christine Cregg | John Koval
CHICAGO The Rev. Michael Doyle solemnized the 1 p.m. Aug. 29, 2015, wedding of Christine Cregg and
Jessica DeLuca | Alexis Castillo
BOARDMAN St. James Meeting House in Boardman Park was the setting for the 5 p.m. Aug. 29, 2015,
Emily Sjodin | Martin Hancharenko
MINNEAPOLIS Emily Elizabeth Sjodin married Martin Thomas Hancharenko Jr. during a ceremony at 3
Canfield rallies past Poland
Go ahead, slow the game down. Keep it the score in the teens at halftime and see if it fazes Canfield.
Board votes 4-3 to back Kimble’s appeal; Hunter blasts resolution
Kimble, her son an two other board members vote to appeal a judge’s decision rejecting Kimble's appointment of her cousin to the new distress panel.
Triplett, boxers highlight sports history exhibit
Bill Triplett played in the NFL for 11 years, starting as rookie of the year for the St. Louis Cardinals in 1962.
Birds from cockfighting operations being nursed back to health in Vienna
They are being cared for by a group that is used to rehabilitating chickens that are trained to fight. The birds taken Tuesday were in worse shape than those seized Thursday,
Fitch starts fast to race past East
Anthony Pangio and Derek Gunter led the Falcons (9-6, 6-3 All-American Conference Red) with 17 points apiece.
LeBron reaches milestone in Cavaliers’ victory
LeBron James became the youngest player in NBA history to reach 26,000 points.
Ex-state Rep. Ron Gerberry slow in giving campaign funds to charities
‘It takes time to write a check,’ he says
Police found a dead, starved dog outside a Campbell home last January.
About a dozen animal welfare advocates protested outside the courthouse before the hearing. “We want the court to make sure someone is held responsible,” Holly Justice of Youngstown said.
SPORTS DIGEST || Phantoms down USHL’s top team
Cam Morrison and Noah Lalonde scored goals on Friday as the Youngstown Phantoms defeated the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders, 2-1.
Harding handles Howland’s pace
Six weeks ago, Warren Harding’s boys basketball team dismantled Howland, 108-34, on the Raiders’ home floor.
Former Buckeye Spence faces up to his past at Senior Bowl
Noah Spence has to repeatedly address the troubled past that took him from Ohio State to college football exile and then to Eastern Kentucky.
Polka icon Vallus dies at age 79
Staff report POLAND Eddie Vallus, a polka band leader in the Mahoning Valley for 50 years, died
Women, newbies dominate field at Grammy Awards ROCK Revival
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK For years, men — and legacy acts — have dominated in
How birds survive winter storms
In the aftermath of last week’s winter storm, many readers wondered how birds survive snowstorms and
Cocktail contest has added flair
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The seventh annual Vodka Cocktail Contest will have an added “flair”
Feds arrest man in Youngstown on charges of voyeurism in Arizona
U.S. Marshals here arrested a man wanted out of Arizona on multiple charges of sex offenses, including voyeurism, after he tried to befriend officials at the Boys & Girls Club of Youngstown.
McNally, Sciortino lawyers say Oakhill case is all political payback
Defense attorneys in the Oakhill Renaissance Place criminal-corruption case have filed a third motion in less than two weeks seeking to get the indictment dismissed.
Austintown residents receive refreshing reports from Regional Chamber event
Township officials provided business and economic updates for the township on Friday.
Campus nursing home closure displaces 44 residents
Residents at Campus Health Care Center in Liberty are moved out of the facility Friday after the company that operates it decided to shut it down. On Thursday, the state proposed to revoke the facility’s license.
BUSINESS DIGEST || Paychecks show little sign of growth
Paychecks show little sign of growth WASHINGTON U.S. paychecks increased moderately in the
METRO DIGEST || State grant will spur Healthy Communities
State grant will spur Healthy Communities WARREN The Trumbull County Combined Health District
A judicial race looks to be the most costly in Mahoning County
The incumbent loaned $25,000 to her campaign
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate bounced back from a first-
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO TODAY 4 a.m. (GC) Golf: Qatar Masters. 7:30 a.m. (FS1) Soccer: Colchester United
Economists expect US economy to strengthen after weak 4th quarter
Economists expect US economy to strengthen after weak 4th quarter Associated Press WASHINGTON
FRIDAY ON THE LINKS
FRIDAY ON THE LINKS Pro golf results FARMERS INSURANCE OPEN SAN DIEGO Phil Mickelson was
Enforcer Scott gets spotlight as captain
John Scott sat back in his chair and took a cellphone photo of all the reporters crowded around him once the questions finally ended.
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE
TODAY’S ENTRIES Post Time: 12:15PM RACE 1 $24,500, 3 yo’s & up, 1M, MSW 1 Ray’s Legacy
Murray set to face rival Djokovic again
Andy Murray arrived at the Australian Open fully prepared to become a father before becoming champion.
Fired Wal-Mart worker gets $31M in gender-bias case
Associated Press CONCORD, N.H. A jury has awarded more than $31 million in damages to a former
Nissan to recall Altimas for 3rd time to fix hood latches
Associated Press DETROIT Nissan is recalling nearly 930,000 Altima midsize cars worldwide –
Super Bowl 50 features top picks from 2011 draft
The Panthers picked Cam Newton with the first overall pick and the Broncos chose Von Miller with the second selection.
Those valuable shiny pennies
In life and in fishing, it often is the little things that make us happy. A smile, a favor or a
.22 rimfire shoot at Hidden Valley club
.22 rimfire shoot at Hidden Valley club West Middlesex, Pa. Hidden Valley Sportsman’s Club, 268
Area IHOP restaurants help Children’s Miracle Network hospitals
Children’s Miracle Network Miracle Balloons will be sold for $1 and $5 each, and will be personalized and displayed at participating IHOP restaurants from Monday through March 8.
Ohio funeral board head sues member
Associated Press COLUMBUS The director of Ohio’s funeral board alleges in a federal lawsuit that
Occupiers’ words used against them
Occupiers’ words used against them PORTLAND, Ore. Ammon Bundy and his followers made ample use
Woman’s actions questioned in stalking case
Associated Press MARIETTA The lawyer for a highway patrol commander accused of stalking a
Gay veteran kicked out of Army receives honorable discharge
Associated Press COLUMBUS An 82-year-old Ohio veteran has received an honorable discharge a
22 Clinton emails declared ‘top secret’
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration confirmed for the first time Friday that
License of center housing immigrants revoked
Associated Press LEESPORT, Pa. The state decided to revoke the operating license of a
iowa Candidates in homestretch toward Monday caucuses
Associated Press RINGSTED, Iowa Lagging Republicans jostled for second place in their crowded
Man gets max sentence after violating probation by running from cops
William Navarro will spend 120 days in the Mahoning County jail
Security video shows man taking change at car wash
Staff report AUSTINTOWN An unidentified man was caught on surveillance video Tuesday morning
St. John the Baptist to host Bishop Paul
campbell On the weekend of Feb. 13 and 14, His Grace, the Right Reverend Paul, Bishop of Chicago
Youth choir festival
Youth choir festival YOUNGSTOWN The Office of Worship of the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown will
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS 12.5M viewers for Trump-less debate NEW YORK The seventh Republican presidential
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .127.29.29 Aqua America, .71
Flint residents warned of lead levels above filter grade
Associated Press FLINT, Mich. Federal officials warned Flint residents Friday that water samples
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Michael Macewen and Meredith Konya, Canfield, girl, Jan.
Ohio EPA finds unacceptable levels of lead in school drinking water
Associated Press CHAGRIN FALLS A state environmental agency says a Northeast Ohio elementary
Pavlik hearing set for Feb. 16
Pavlik hearing set for Feb. 16 CANFIELD Former boxing champ Kelly Pavlik will have a
birthdays
birthdays Actress Dorothy Malone (“Peyton Place”) is 91. Actor Gene Hackman is 86. Actress Tammy
Things to know about candidate John Kasich
Associated Press WASHINGTON Ohio Gov. John Kasich, the budget expert with the wry humor and
corrections
corrections On Page A4 in the Jan. 21 newspaper, a police-blotter report should have said
POLICE CALLS IN AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in Austintown: AUSTINTOWN Jan. 18 Warrant: Police
CAMPAIGN FINANCE Annual reports
Candidates running for office this year had to file campaign-finance reports for activity in 2015.
years ago
years ago Today is Saturday, Jan. 30, the 30th day of 2016. There are 336 days left in the year.
sunday news shows
sunday news shows ABC’s “This Week”: Democratic presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Bernie
Candles blessed on feast
On Tuesday, the Orthodox Church commemorates an important event in the earthly life of our Lord
Good Hope sets healing services this Sunday
1-18-3 subhead goes here and goes here and goes here By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com
Send information on Ash Wednesday
Send information on Ash Wednesday Lent, a season of spiritual renewal, begins Ash Wednesday, which
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US stocks soar to finish tough month
Associated Press NEW YORK Stocks soared on the last trading day of January, with Microsoft, Visa
Supporters of Sanders, Trump sold on candidates’ authenticity
Opinion: By David Greenberg Los Angeles Times The resilient popularity of Bernie Sanders’ unreconstructed
Division rules on abortion
Opinion: Lawmakers were back in force at the Statehouse this week, sitting through legislative hearings,
Outbreak of Zika virus demands global response
Editorial: As an estimated 200,000 Americans prepare to compete in or attend the 31st Summer Olympics in Rio
More Prep results
More Prep results Ursuline 70, West Middlesex 44 YOUNGSTOWN Greg Parella led the Fighting
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Toughest Monster Trucks tour, 7:30 p.m.: They’re not really
Friday, January 29 (130 stories)
US Marshals, Austintown cops arrest Ariz. fugitive offering help to Boys&Girls Club
U.S. marshals here arrested a man wanted out of Arizona on multiple charges of sex offenses, including voyeurism, after he tried to befriend officials at the Boys & Girls Club of Youngstown.
McNally, Yavorcik ask for 3rd dismissal, alleging political revenge, taxpayer waste
Defense attorneys in the Oakhill Renaissance Place criminal-corruption case have filed a third motion in less than two weeks seeking to get the indictment dismissed.
Birds seized in 2 cockfighting operations recovering in Trumbull sanctuary
The birds seized in two separate cockfighting operations this week are at a Vienna animal sanctuary and are doing well, says the head of Animal Charity of Ohio.
Campus Health Care shut down, residents moved after state issues violation
Decorative hearts for Valentine’s Day were still on the windows at Campus Health Care Center on Friday.
5 months later, Gerberry has given only a small amount of campaign funds to charities
Despite saying after a criminal conviction five months ago that he would give what was left of his campaign fund to charities, ex-state Rep. Ronald V. Gerberry has given only a small portion of money to those organizations.
Youngstown youth agency's suspicion leads to arrest of Arizona fugitive wanted on sex charges
A man wanted on various sex offenses in Arizona was arrested in Austintown Friday night
Kimble, her son, 2 others appeal court ruling on Kimble's appointment; Hunter blasts decision
The sharply divided Youngstown Board of Education voted 4-3 today to support an appeal of a Mahoning County Common Pleas Court judge’s decision that ordered board President Brenda Kimble to appoint an active classroom teacher to the academic distress commission.
Austintown officials brief chamber on township development projects
Township officials outlined some of Austintown’s successful and progressive development achievements to residents during Good Morning Austintown.
Campbell case of dog found dead, starved, frozen ready for trial
An animal cruelty case, involving an emaciated dog found dead and frozen last January, is slated to go to trial.
Youngstown school board votes 4-3 to support appeal of judge's order
Youngstown school board votes 4-3 to support appeal of judge's order
UPDATE | Authorities say 1 of 3 Calif. fugitive inmates arrested
Authorities says 1 of 3 Calif. fugitive inmates arrested
Kimble given time to appeal order on commission appointment
Kimble given time to appeal order on commission appointment
Driver fleeing traffic stop dies in crash; officer injured
Driver fleeing traffic stop dies in crash; officer injured
Struthers council finance and legislation committee meets Monday
Struthers council finance and legislation committee meets Monday
SEBRING UPDATE | Village revises free bottled-water distribution plan
Village revises free bottled-water distribution plan
Ohio elections chief issues new rules for absentee ballots
Ohio elections chief issues new rules for absentee ballots
Mediator clears path for Jameson Health to merge with UPMC
Mediator clears path for Jameson Health to merge with UPMC
Officials: Man who led escape had help from jail teacher
Officials: Man who led escape had help from jail teacher
Ohio ballots for military and overseas voters available Saturday
Ohio ballots for military and overseas voters available Saturday
Mich. governor signs $28M bill to address Flint water crisis
Mich. governor signs $28M bill to address Flint water crisis
Judge says 'affluenza' teen won't be moved to adult jail
Judge says 'affluenza' teen won't be moved to adult jail
Satanists to do invocation at Phoenix City Council meeting
Satanists to do invocation at Phoenix City Council meeting
US stocks jump as Microsoft and other tech stocks rise
US stocks jump as Microsoft and other tech stocks rise
Kelly Pavlik enters not-guilty plea to assault charge
Kelly Pavlik enters not-guilty plea to assault charge
American Airlines posts record profit for 4Q, all of 2015
American Airlines posts record profit for 4Q, all of 2015
Animal-rights advocates protest at hearing for Campbell woman charged with animal cruelty
Animal-rights advocates protest at Campbell animal-cruelty hearing
Police say serial rapist on the loose in Ohio college town
Police say serial rapist on the loose in Ohio college town
Cleveland Indians to induct, Thome, Robinson, Belle into club hall
Indians to induct, Thome, Robinson, Belle into club hall
Pa. couple robbed at gunpoint, home set ablaze; daughter missing
Pa. couple robbed at gunpoint, home set ablaze; daughter missing
Ohio board head sues member; alleges sexism, threats
Ohio board head sues member; alleges sexism, threats
James Murdoch becomes chairman of Sky, renewing buyout talk
James Murdoch becomes chairman of Sky, renewing buyout talk
4 Chinese miners rescued after 36 days trapped underground
4 Chinese miners rescued after 36 days trapped underground
Escaped Ohio teen convicted in murder case found at McDonald’s
Escaped Ohio teen convicted in murder case found at McDonald’s
Xerox separating into 2 independent publicly traded companies
Xerox separating into 2 independent publicly traded companies
Nissan to recall Altimas for third time to fix hood latches
Nissan to recall Altimas for third time to fix hood latches
US economy slowed to scant 0.7 pct. growth rate last quarter
US economy slowed to scant 0.7 pct. growth rate last quarter
Airport worker fired for driving onto active runway in Ohio
Airport worker fired for driving onto active runway in Ohio
FBI shows video of Tuesday shooting of Oregon occupier
FBI shows video of Tuesday shooting of Oregon occupier
Body found buried in shallow grave in backyard of Cleveland home
Body found buried in shallow grave in backyard of Ohio home
Jefferson Airplane co-founder Paul Kantner dies at age 74
Jefferson Airplane co-founder Paul Kantner dies at age 74
Advocate: Make cockfighting a felony
By JOE GORMAN jgorman@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police found evidence of more cockfighting Thursday
Cash’s 21, late charge aid in YSU’s Horizon League win
A big second half from Sarah Cash and two free throws with six seconds left by Kelley Wright lifted YSU.
Public health first, politics second, Mahoning commissioner says
Ryan, Boccieri calling for heads to roll.
Boxer considered walking away after Ajahmi’s death
It has been a rough five weeks for Warren boxer Anthony Taylor.
Chamber plans to capitalize on GOP convention
The GOP convention in July will bring in thousands the northeast Ohio.
Williams: DeBartolo anxious to learn HOF fate
Eddie DeBartolo Jr. is one of 18 men who are being considered for induction in the 2016 class.
NFL lineman tells Boardman kids value of reading at literacy event
“In my job as a professional football player, I have to read and understand the playbook inside and out all season. If not, I’m not going to be very good at my job,” Cleveland Browns offensive lineman John P. Greco Jr., a Boardman High grad, told the kids.
Bill would exempt military service from public disclosure
The lawmaker proposed HB 423 to protect military men and women who are also public employees.
SPORTS DIGEST || Canfield’s Esarco commits to Colgate
Canfield’s Esarco commits to Colgate CANFIELD Canfield senior linebacker Jacob Esarco has
YSU holds off UIC for road win
Sophomore Cameron Morse scored a team-high 22 points and had a career-high eight assists.
Jameson/UPMC merger cleared
Jameson Health System is cleared to complete its merger with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
Youngstown Playhouse adds programming in Moyer Room
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Playhouse is adding programming to its Moyer Room. Pat
Chaney graduate will work in Ghana as Peace Corps volunteer
Zakiya Miller will spend 27 months in Ghana as a Peace Corps volunteer
Sports exhibit at the Tyler
YOUNGSTOWN “The Ebony Lifeline Sports Museum: The Valley’s Diverse Athletic Heritage” will open
Red Cross needs blood donors
The Red Cross must collect approximately 14,000 blood and platelet donations every day for the patients at nearly 2,600 hospitals and transfusion centers nationwide.
Amendment would let Ohio cities implement firearm restrictions
PG Sittenfeld and others want to block a decade-old state law that enabled the state to institute uniform firearms regulations, pre-empting ordinances adopted in more than 20 Ohio cities at the time
Trumbull sheriff calls deputy’s actions at fire scene ‘courageous’
Though Trumbull County Deputy Dallas Young says he never felt his life was in danger when he went inside a burning house Jan. 16, Sheriff Thomas Altiere sees it quite differently.
Students show Canfield community Disney dynamic
Students host a dinner tasting and show, open to and put on by members of the community.
New Beginnings filed for Bankruptcy Chapter 11 protection last Friday
Each nursing home has about 40 residents.
Youngstown school board president appeals rejection of commission pick
Brenda Kimble, school board president, maintains Carol Staten is the best choice for the academic panel
An Oakhill defendant seeks to have charges dismissed
A prosecutor spokesman calls the motion ‘frivolous and meritless’
Feds clear ADI's Youngstown to Chicago service for takeoff
The daily service is targeted to start in early April. Prices haven’t been set yet, but will be comparable to other area airports. said Dan Dickten, airport director. The last time the airport had a daily service was in 2003, he noted.
Grant provides library with interactive learning
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning
Scientists starting young at Poland library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children gathered at the Poland library on
Grant provides library with interactive learning
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning
Cookies and cocoa aboard the Polar Express
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Poland Dobbins Elementary School students
CVMS crowns Ung spelling bee champion
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Sixth-grade student Alexis Ung was crowned the 2015 school
Grant provides library with interactive learning
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Chaney grad doing graduate work in Ghana with Peace Corps
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Boccieri wants House to subpoena EPA director about Sebring
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Police find evidence of more cockfighting today on the South Side
Police find evidence of more cockfighting today on the South Side
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2 Lowellville High School students to perform in All-State ensembles
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US Senate candidate in Ohio pushes local gun amendment
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Michigan lawmakers approve $28M more for Flint water crisis
Michigan lawmakers approve $28M more for Flint water crisis
Apple recalls power adapters sold outside United States
Apple recalls power adapters sold outside United States
Ryan 'livid' that OEPA knew about Sebring lead levels but kept quiet
Ryan 'livid' that OEPA knew about Sebring lead levels but kept quiet
Mercer County campaign finance report deadline is Monday
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SEBRING UPDATE | Sebring revises bottled-water distribution process
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Multiple theft-from-auto cases reported in Boardman
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30 years since Challenger: New voice at astronauts' memorial
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SEBRING UPDATE | US Rep. Tim Ryan calls for OEPA director's resignation for Sebring water problem
US Rep. Tim Ryan calls for OEPA director's resignation for Sebring water problem
Ohio police officer charged with felony theft count
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Administrator fired from university in Ohio sues school
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During manhunt, marshals discover cockfighting ring
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Federal marshals discover cockfighting ring at home with suspect's belongings
U.S. Marshals looking for a man who escaped from police custody with his hands cuffed behind his back found chickens used in a cockfighting ring on the East Side Tuesday.
OEPA issues directives, deadlines to deal with Sebring water situation
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has established a stringent set of compliance requirements and deadlines for the village water supply system after village officials failed until last week to report to the general public high lead levels recorded at water taps last summer.
Judge affirms Kimble must appoint a teacher, by Friday
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OSU grant teaching parents, kids how to eat for health
Takiyah Anderson tries to cook healthy for her family.
Couple get probation for starving foster child
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BGSU prof named dean at YSU
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Ferguson, Mo., and feds reach tentative police-reform deal
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SEBRING UPDATE | Water testing available for Sebring residents
Water testing available for Sebring residents
Farmers reports fourth quarter, full-year earnings
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SEBRING UPDATE | Sebring schedules another blood lead-screening clinic
Sebring schedules another blood-lead screening clinic
SEBRING UPDATE | Sebring bottled-water distribution plan revised
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Seattle police: Shooting at homeless camp not attack on homelessness
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EXCLUSIVE | Cockfighting ring discovered on East Side
EXCLUSIVE | Cockfighting ring discovered on East Side
Cuyahoga County bans lookalike guns for some youths
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Authorities: 1 man dead in house explosion in eastern Ohio
Authorities: 1 man dead in house explosion in eastern Ohio
Authorities surround nature preserve after arrests, shooting
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Panel weighs Ohio bill aimed at Planned Parenthood’s funds
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Pa. teacher jailed on student-sex charge resigns
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New lawsuit seeks replacement of Flint's lead pipes
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LeBron James says criticism he undermines coaches is unfair
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Elevated arsenic level found in Mathews elementary water
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S.C. cops: Neglect led to death of woman in chair for 6 months
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Judge says Staten cannot serve on academic distress commission
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Federal pain panel rife with links to pharma companies
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Diocesan Mass of thanksgiving is Friday at St. Vincent de Paul downtown Youngstown dining hall
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Couple in foster child abuse case gets 5 years probation
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URGENT | YSU names new dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
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South Range seniors serve supper in Salem to those in need
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Blessed is the Valley for the great works of MVACSFlb
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It’s time to scrap Citizens United
Opinion: By Kathleen Turner Tribune News Service Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor was once asked
NAACP has plan for Flint water crisis
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What Alzheimer’s can’t take away
Opinion: By Dina Eliezer The Philadelphia Inquirer I once read that memory is what forms one’s identity.
How safe is the US?
Opinion: By David Inserra The Heritage Foundation The Justice Department recently announced that two
Surplus food
Surplus food Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, food giveaway 10
Agenda Thursday
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Shepherd of Valley open house set
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Home Savings reports strong fourth quarter results
The Home Savings and Loan Co., reported a year-over-year increase in net income for the fourth quarter of 2015 that totaled $4.3 million up from $2.8 million.
Pavlik charged
Pavlik charged CANFIELD Former boxing champ Kelly Pavlik is scheduled to be arraigned Thursday
Fines press millennials as end of health care sign-ups looms
Associated Press WASHINGTON Millions of young adults healthy enough to think they don’t need
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The top five most viral tracks on Spotify in the United States, based on the number of people who
The top five most viral tracks on Spotify in the United States, based on the number of people who
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Hank Williams Jr. Album: “It’s About Time” Grade: A- “Hell, yes, I’m an icon,” Hank Williams
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UPDATE | Cincinnati man latest arrest in Oregon refuge standoff
A 50-mile stretch of Oregon highway shut down near standoff site.
Valley's unemployment rate up, but not from economics, economist says
The December jobless rate for the Mahoning Valley jumped to 7.3 percent from 5.6 reported in December 2014.
Sheriff would probe Struthers jail hanging if asked
Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene said although his department has not been asked to investigate whether Struthers police complied with policy in the hours before a Sept. 10 hanging death in the city’s jail, he would be willing to conduct an administrative review if asked.
Bishop's appeal aiming for $4.2M to provide food, clothes, housing to needy
Words from Bishop George V. Murry, a balloon release and cupcake celebration Tuesday launched the 20th year of the annual Bishop’s Appeal for Catholic Charities and Church on the theme “Changing Lives ... One Family at a Time.”
S. Range students will feed needy for senior project
Two South Range High School students will expand their senior service project to feed those in need at the Banquet in Salem on Monday.
Austintown science teacher obtains grant for outdoor classroom project
An Austintown teacher’s passion is giving students the opportunity to be a part of outdoor, hands-on learning.
Niles mayor furloughs 12 to reduce deficit
Mayor Thomas Scarnecchia ordered layoffs of 12 city employees Tuesday, attributing them to the city’s rapidly increasing deficit.
YSU breaks 15-semester enrollment losing streak
It’s only 41 more students, but it’s the first enrollment increase Youngstown State University has seen in five years.
More than 100 Ohio human trafficking investigations in 2015
More than 100 Ohio human trafficking investigations in 2015
Time for Tea event to be held at Salem Library
Enjoy tea while learning the etiquette and high society manners involved with tea time in the early 1900's.
UPDATE | Navy finds no sign of shooting at center; lock down lifted
UPDATE | Navy finds no sign of shooting at center; lockdown lifted
Boardman Lions to give scholarships
Boardman Lions Club will award two $1,000 scholarships to two graduating seniors.
Soup dinner to help fund local creative projects
Community dinner for supporting creative projects begins Saturday.
Abe Vigoda, sunken-eyed character actor, dead at 94
Abe Vigoda, sunken-eyed character actor, dead at 94
Enrollment increases at YSU for first time since 2011
Enrollment increases at YSU for first time since 2011
Pa. Turnpike's westbound lanes between Breezewood and New Stanton closed Wednesday
Pa. Turnpike's westbound lanes between Breezewood and New Stanton closed Wednesday
Bill would delete ’mental retardation’ from Ohio laws
Bill would delete ’mental retardation’ from Ohio laws
Cleveland to reveal discipline for cops in 137-shot barrage
Cleveland to reveal discipline for cops in 137-shot barrage
SEBRING UPDATE | West Branch schools to reopen Wednesday
SEBRING UPDATE | West Branch schools to reopen Wednesday
Authorities search Southern Calif. areas for 3 escapees
Authorities search Southern Calif. areas for 3 escapees
Centene loses personal, health data of 950,000 members
Centene loses personal, health data of 950,000 members
Boardman woman charged with stealing thousands from elderly couple
Boardman woman charged with stealing thousands from elderly couple
Youngstown police arrest 2 women on warrants, obstructing justice
Youngstown police arrest 2 women on warrants, obstructing justice
Mahoning Valley’s unemployment rate spikes up to 7.3 percent in December
Valley’s unemployment rate spikes up to 7.3 percent in December
SEBRING UPDATE | Sebring schools supt. awaits OEPA results to determine school reopening
Sebring schools supt. awaits OEPA results to determine school reopening
Cook cleared for Democratic primary ballot as Trumbull commissioner
Cook cleared for Democratic primary ballot as Trumbull commissioner
SEBRING UPDATE | Ohio EPA releases water results at Sebring-area schools
UPDATE | Ohio EPA releases water results at Sebring-area schools
Youngstown police arrest woman accused with hitting a man with her car last week
Youngstown police arrest woman accused of hitting a man with her car last week
Greater Youngstown Community Choir sets rehearsal days, times
Greater Youngstown Community Choir sets rehearsal days, times
SEBRING UPDATE | Sebring village manager receives call from U.S. Attorney's office
UPDATE | Sebring village manager receives call from U.S. Attorney's office
US home prices rise in November; all-time highs in 4 cities
US home prices rise in November; all-time highs in 4 cities
Ohio seeks to boost early childhood mental health services
Ohio seeks to boost early childhood mental health services
Weather Channel meteorologist killed in parking garage crash
Weather Channel meteorologist killed in parking garage crash
Grand jury indicts producers of Planned Parenthood videos
Grand jury indicts producers of Planned Parenthood videos
House next to ’M*A*S*H’ Ohio hot dog eatery auctioned
House next to ’M*A*S*H’ Ohio hot dog eatery auctioned
Mahoning County elections board has special meeting Wednesday
Mahoning County elections board has special meeting Wednesday
Woman stranded in car buried in snow for 3 days rescued
Woman stranded in car buried in snow for 3 days rescued
Ford recalls about 391K Ranger pickups due to air bag death
Ford recalls about 391K Ranger pickups due to air bag death
Ex-Ohio teacher convicted of sexually assaulting students
Ex-Ohio teacher convicted of sexually assaulting students
Here are some important dates involving issues at the Sebring public water system
Here are some important dates involving issues at the Sebring public water system
Kravitz celebrates its founder with deals, specials
The specials on corned beef and other items go through Jan. 29.
Animal-rights advocates seek update to Girard’s tethering law
Animal-rights advocates seek update to Girard’s tethering law
Well-known deputy from Trumbull County Administration Building died suddenly Saturday
Rich McGrath, 57, of Liberty, worked the security desk at the Trumbull County Administration Building for about seven years
Austintown students learned the “ABC’s of Bullying Prevention”
Harlem Globetrotter advised students to scroll past hurtful internet posts.
Attorneys for two Oakhill defendants want access to a sealed Cafaro case
The cases deal with jurisdiction and grand jury proceedings
YSU’s Parks is ready for constant changes
Sports information director is in his 16th year with Penguins
Embattled water plant operator relieved of duties
Sebring water superintendent denies falsifying reports after being put on leave following OEPA disqualification.
Youngstown patrol officers union rejects proposed contract 98-0
The two sides will have the dispute settled by a conciliator’s binding decision
Gordon Lightfoot coming to Packard
Staff report WARREN Legendary singer-songwriter Gordon Lightfoot will come to Packard Music
Fully recovered, Tracy Morgan launches stand-up comedy tour Back on his feet
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK A gruesome highway accident followed by months
Residents pack Sebring council meeting to air concerns over water safety, government accountability
Tests reveal higher than acceptable levels of lead in water in some Sebring homes.
Ladies Night Out is set for Friday
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oddly enough
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Cancer support groups to meet
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PREP ROUNDUP Monday’s girls basketball results
Fitch 45, Struthers 44 AUSTINTOWN Allexis Sallee scored 19 points as the Falcons outscored the
A month after raising rates, Fed faces darker global economy
Associated Press WASHINGTON Since the Federal Reserve raised interest rates from record lows
US stocks fall as oil slumps 6 percent
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stocks fell Monday as the price of oil slumped again, giving up
Mahoning Valley Race Course
MONDAY’S RESULTS RACE 1 $10,700 - 3 yo’s & up, 1M, CLM $7,500 1A Gulfport Weekend (Bracho,
Case seeking cancer screenings for smokers heads to federal court
Associated Press BOSTON A decade after a group of smokers from Massachusetts sued Philip Morris
By Julie Rovner
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Anxiety disorders SEnD just in your head?
From Mayo Clinic News Network Mayo Clinic News Network This was her third trip to the emergency
Former chief convicted of 4 charges
Associated Press COLUMBUS A former small-town Ohio police chief who developed an outsize
New York man arrested early Saturday is suspect in Friday bank robbery in Girard
David E. Foltz, 34, of Lockport, N.Y., is in the Monroe County, N.Y., jail on federal warrants related to two New York state bank robberies and is a suspect in Friday’s Citizens Bank robbery in Girard.
Egypt marks 5th anniversary of uprising
Associated Press CAIRO Amid heavy security Monday, Egypt marked the fifth anniversary of the
A Democratic candidate pulls out of the 6th Congressional District primary
It leave only one candidate in that primary
Rubio’s state crisscross bends norms for caucus campaign
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Marco Rubio is all over the map in Iowa. Quite literally.
NEWSMAKERS
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Ex-prosecutor to spearhead investigation into Flint water
Associated Press LANSING, Mich. Michigan’s attorney general named a former prosecutor Monday to
Disputed DC snow measure triggers review
Associated Press WASHINGTON Measuring snowfall may not be as simple as it sounds. Over the
Trustees sport Broncos attire for a bad bet
Senior center director reports patron increase due to programs
Strickland brings Senate bid to Akron Press Club
Associated Press COLUMBUS Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Ted Strickland made the case Monday
Boil advisory issued
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birthdays
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Anti-abortion activists indicted
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Births
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Agenda Wednesday
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Lecture planned at Cushwa Hall
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Home Savings makes step to form insurance group
The agency will continue to operate as James & Sons Insurance and will remain at its current location on Market Street in Boardman
Flynn’s Tire gives $1,400 to charity
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Constitutionality of president’s immigration plan will provide high drama in the High Court
Opinion: By Noah Feldman Bloomberg View We now have our major Supreme Court story of the year: The
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Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: vBilly Ocean: Tonight on “Tonight
Controlling board OKs new Keno game machines
The games will be placed in bars and other locations throughout Ohio
Baptism by fire for new Niles Mayor Scarnecchia
Editorial: It was a tongue-lashing heard ’round the Mahoning Valley. The recipient was the new mayor of the
iowa forum Clinton, Sanders woo undecided voters
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Wooing undecided Iowa voters, Hillary Clinton and Bernie
Mars is still elusive
Opinion: By Alex Roland The Philadelphia Inquirer Thursday marks the 30th anniversary of the loss of the
Monday, January 25 (81 stories)
Animal-rights advocate seeks update to Girard’s tethering law
Animal-rights advocate seeks update to Girard’s tethering law
URGENT | West Branch High School, middle and preschool closed because of Sebring water woe
URGENT | West Branch High School, middle school and preschool closed due to Sebring water woe
Libya lost $68B from attacks on oil, industry chief says
Libya lost $68B from attacks on oil, industry chief says
Nominations accepted for Salem High School Hall of Fame
Salem High School accepting nominations for Athletic Hall of Fame.
Breakfast bump: McDonald's US sales jump 5.7 percent
Breakfast bump: McDonald's US sales jump 5.7 percent
Boil advisory issued for some Brookfield residents
Boil-water advisory issued for some Brookfield residents
Boardman school board expected to act on middle-school realignment plan
Boardman school board expected to act on middle-school realignment plan
FSU settling lawsuit with woman who accused Winston of rape
FSU settling lawsuit with woman who accused Winston of rape
Authorities ID 2 men killed in Cleveland apartment building shooting
Authorities ID 2 men killed in Cleveland apartment building shooting
2 sisters killed in Cleveland duplex fire identified
2 sisters killed in Cleveland duplex fire identified
US stocks slide as energy prices tumble; Twitter falls
US stocks slide as energy prices tumble; Twitter falls
First of YSU's 2016 lectures on energy and the environment is Wednesday
First of YSU's 2016 lectures on energy and the environment is Wednesday
SEBRING WATER UPDATE | Water treatment operator placed on administrative leave
SEBRING WATER UPDATE | Water treatment operator placed on administrative leave
How low will they go? Ohio gas prices continue to drop
How low will they go? Ohio gas prices continue to drop
Parking tickets down in Columbus, city stands to make more
Parking tickets down in Columbus, city stands to make more
Davenport drops out of primary race for 6th Congressional District seat
Davenport drops out of primary race for 6th Congressional District seat
Driver in Sunday morning crash also had gunshout wound, police say
Driver in Sunday morning crash also had gunshout wound, police say
City police seek man who escaped while wearing handcuffs
City police seek man who escaped whiles wearing handcuffs
‘Outsiders’ sparks war of class and money
Associated Press NEW YORK “Outsiders,” the bare-knuckles new drama from WGN America, pits a
Local student reflects on King event in Atlanta
An estimated 1,200 people attended the three-hour dinner and ceremony
video game review
‘Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam’ Grade: C+ Details: Nintendo, for the 3DS, $39.99 Role-playing games
Broadway spring preview Stars will come out
By MARK KENNEDY AP Drama Writer NEW YORK When the weather warms up on Broadway, the stars will
Sojourn to the Past to sponsor dinner
Sojourn to the Past hosting spaghetti dinner fundraiser for Civil Rights history trip.
Azarenka celebrates two Sunday victories
Victoria Azarenka couldn’t get off court quickly enough to check the score after reaching the Australian Open quarterfinals.
Manning, Denver defense get past New England
When Peyton Manning was watching games from the locker room a few months ago, none of this seemed possible.
Mahoning Valley Race Course: Today’s Entries
Post time: 12:45 p.m. RACE 1 $10,700, 3 yo’s & up, 1M, F & M, CLM $7,500 1 Southern Valentine
East tops Struthers at Covelli Centre
Malik Marrow’s 19 points help Panthers extend recent hot streak.
ODDLY ENOUGH
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YSU’s Santiago pays back Vikings
Cleveland native wasn’t recruited by CSU coming out of St. Ignatius.
ON THE LINKS Sunday’s other pro golf event
ABU DHABI CHAMPIONSHIP ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Rickie Fowler won the Abu Dhabi
WORTH a look
NIGHTS AT THE RACES Poland Rotary will host a night at the races at 6 p.m. Friday at Holy Family
Wham! Bam! Cam, Panthers destroy Cardinals
Associated Press Charlotte, N.C. Carson Palmer couldn’t hold onto the football against a
Agenda Tuesday
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Homicide suspect
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Denver jail death puts new light on restraint tactic
Associated Press DENVER The death of a 112-pound jail inmate who choked on his own vomit and
Dowload form for voter registration
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LEAD LEVELS | Lowering the risk
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Painter hosts benefit for Austintown man
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Christie Galazia was upset when she learned that a
Egypt says King Tut mask was scratched, sends 8 to trial
Associated Press CAIRO King Tut hasn’t been around for a few thousand years, but his power
Video: Paris attackers did earlier IS atrocities
Associated Press PARIS New video released by the Islamic State group on Sunday shows the
Authorities seeking 3 escaped inmates
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Authorities hunting three dangerous escapees from a maximum-
After wild winter weekend, a difficult commute awaits
Associated Press NEW YORK After a weekend of sledding, snowboarding and staying put, the
Actress Washington is Woman of the Year, to get Harvard pudding pot
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Real-estate agents get app for safety
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio real-estate officials have laid out plans aimed at improving the
Surge seen in shoplifting in Columbus
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Columbus city attorney says shoplifting is on the rise in Ohio’s
YSU schedules financial-aid night
YSU schedules financial-aid night YOUNGSTOWN Prospective students and their parents can learn
Events to mark School Choice Week
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio is among states marking National School Choice Week with an
“100 Years of Religious Faith IN OUR MAHONING VALLEY ...”
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Problems in Michigan show rift over officials
Associated Press DETROIT Darnell Earley didn’t come up with the plan to channel corrosive river
YSU Meet the Employers Day is Feb. 9
YSU Williamson College of Business hosts Meet the Employers Day Feb. 9
Today is Monday, Jan. 25, the 25th day of 2016. There are 341 days left in the year.
Today is Monday, Jan. 25, the 25th day of 2016. There are 341 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Old habits are hard to break when it comes to fossil fuel
Opinion: By Bill McKibben Los Angeles Times When I was a kid, I was creepily fascinated by the
Four students earn NAACP Youngstown scholarships
NAACP Youngstown Branch presented its first scholarships to four young people
Three Boardman students are among 17 in state chosen for musical performance
Students to perform as part of All-State Jazz Ensemble this weekend
St. Christine names Distinguished Alumni
One recipient is a 1967 graduate and the other graduated in 1956
DC snow totals fail to add up
Associated Press WASHINGTON, D.C. It’s not that 17.8 inches of snow wasn’t enough. But
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the
OEPA to pull Sebring water operator’s license
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN and SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com SEBRING The Ohio Environmental
Library systems amass artifacts
By DEAN NARCISO The Columbus Dispatch DELAWARE, Ohio A harness-racing sulky hangs from the
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, lunch,
KSU Trumbull dean attends Trumbull Opiate Task Force meeting, pledges campus engagement
The dean of Kent State University at Trumbull says it’s important for him to “engage in issues important to the community.”
Lecture series on energy and the environment begins this week
YSU lecture series on energy and the environment begins Wednesday and runs through April 20
TRUMBULL COUNTY Courts
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Randy C. Baer, 52, of 3511 Breeze Knoll Drive,
Program transition
Program transition CORTLAND Cortland Banks recently announced the nondeposit-investment services
Dufner wins CareerBuilder title in playoff
Dufner finished with a 2-under 70 on PGA West’s TPC Stadium Course to match David Lingmerth.
Hail the circus elephant
Opinion: By John M. CRISP Tribune News Service Last week, the same edition of my local newspaper
2016’s primary focus is promoting unity between donominations and races
Chet Cooper was installed as MVAC’s president
Sebring water users deserve answers on unhealthy delays
Editorial: When it comes to ensuring quality public health, timing can be everything. Prompt notifications to
Sunday, January 24 (101 stories)
OEPA director to revoke Sebring water treatment operator’s license
OEPA director to revoke Sebring water treatment operator’s license
AFC Championship: Denver 20, New England 18
The Broncos will face either the Arizona Cardinals or Carolina Panthers in the Super Bowl.
UPDATE: Sebring schools to remain closed Monday as more tests are planned
The tests are precautionary, the superintendent says
Oldest brick building in Ohio gets new lease on life as restaurant in Lisbon
President Lincoln's secretary of war had his law offices in the structure
Shimon Peres, Israel's former leader, rushed to hospital with chest pains
The Nobel Peace Prize winner ended his term as president in 2014
Ohio, Mahoning Valley begin week to celebrate school choice
Gov. Kasich issued an official proclamation in support of alternatives to traditional public schools
Snow ends; East digs out of massive blizzard today
At least 28 deaths have been attributed to the snowstorm
Those screened for lead in blood find relief but remain frustrated
Free blood screenings took place four hours today at a Sebring elementary schoo
Mr., Mrs. Case mark 65th anniversary
AUSTINTOWN Mr. and Mrs. Ray Case of Austintown are marking 65 years of marriage. Their children
South Range fends off Shenango at Covelli
The South Range girls basketball team has won a lot of games this season, but lately the margin of victory has been smaller than what coach Tony Matisi has expected.
Sebring, Beloit residents get free bottled water during municipal water crisis
Village residents, officials want to know how long the ‘don’t drink the water’ warning will last
Records indicate Struthers cops violated suicide watch policy before hanging
The Vindicator sought records in case
More than 100 take plunge to benefit Special Olympics
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com CORTLAND Alex Rosowicz was determined to do his part to help
Arrowhead Klondike derby provides scouts with a contest in the cold
With 20-degree temperatures and 10-degree wind-chill factors, no one would have wanted to be outside very long on Saturday – no one, that is, except more than 200 Boy Scouts roughing it all day in the annual Klondike Derby at Perkins Park.
South Range tops in Power of the Pen contest
Staff report CANFIELD South Range, Austintown, Canfield and Howland middle schools took top
Pro golfer George Bellino was Valley legend
Bellino, an East High School graduate, passed away on Saturday at the age of 81 after a massive heart attack.
One more honor awaits East High graduate Brown
Former YSU basketball player will be presented with an award at the Covelli Centre.
There’s no slowing down this Globetrotter
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Whether it’s peanut butter and jelly or Macklemore and
Meeting Tuesday on Meander Creek Watershed plan
The event will take place at 5 p.m. at the Mahoning Valley Sanitary District, 1181 Ohltown-McDonald Road
METRO DIGEST || Search for robbery suspect continues
Search for robbery suspect continues GIRARD Authorities continue their search for a man in his
Sheet & Tube name rises from the ashes — online
“What have we learned over the past decades? Economics can crush a town, but can’t kill the spirit of its people. Youngstown survived. Hardened, wizened, smaller, but the blue-collar grit and determination, the hometown pride and humbleness could not be quieted. In this spirit, we bring back The Youngstown Sheet and Tube Company," the Youngstown natives say in a post on their website.
Youngstown Sheet & Tube RIOT | 100 YEARS LATER
Poor working conditions and low wages led to the burning of the village known in 1916 as East Youngstown. Destruction is evident on its streets, above, after an uprising by striking workers at the Youngstown Sheet & Tube Co. plant there that January. National Guard troops were ordered to Youngstown by Gov. James M. Cox to stop the violence. Not long after the riot, the village was renamed Campbell after Youngstown industrialist James Campbell.
Amy Solis | Michael Santillo
austintown The Rev. Matt Miller officiated at 1:30 p.m. Aug. 15, 2015, at Highway Tabernacle for
Event will benefit local dog rescues
Quaker Steak and Lube will donate to local dog rescue organizations.
Simple ways to brighten your home
Simple ways to brighten your home No need to break out the crayons. Beat the winter grays with bright stuff for your home
Today’s Pens-Capitals game postponed
Staff report WASHINGTON The NHL postponed today’s game between the Capitals and Pittsburgh
Andy Murray advances in Aussie Open
Associated Press MELBOURNE, AUSTRAILIA A medical emergency overshadowed matches on adjoining
Dufner leads heading into final round of Challenge
Associated Press LA QUINTA, CALIF. Jason Dufner had a good feeling when he made the turn
SPORTS DIGEST | YSU’S Parks to speak to Curbstone Coaches
Youngstown State University Sports Information Director Trevor Parks will be the featured speaker tomorrow at the weekly luncheon of The Curbstone Coaches at the Avion Banquet Center on Western Reserve Road in Canfield. The event begins at noon and is open to the public.
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BOYS BASKETBALL Ursuline 61, Central Catholic 49 CANTON Greg Parella notched 24 points and
Miss Murphy, Mr. Vetter will exchange vows
WARREN Mr. and Mrs. Kevin P. Murphy of Warren are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Lordstown will meet at 7 p.m. at the S.C.O.P.E. center, 1776 Salt Springs Road. Program
Building a following on Twitter
When new users log on to Twitter for the first time, they’re often baffled by the simplicity of the
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
Kelly M. Fening Brian J. Moore to wed May 21
canfield An announcement is being made by Chris and Liz Fening of Canfield of the engagement of
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Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Cara Redmond | Brett Neely
Cleveland The wedding of Dr. Cara Marie Redmond and Brett T. Neely took place Aug. 8, 2015. The
Kayla Schneider | Joshua Weiss
NEW CUMBERLAND, W. VA. Mountaineer Casino Racetrack and Resort was the setting Sept. 12 for the
Jean Johnson | Christopher Bogan
LOWELLVILLE Jean Johnson exchanged marriage vows with Christopher Bogan during a ceremony at 3
Rachel Melewski, Brendon Badway are engaged
CANFIELD Ray and Fran Melewski are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Rachel Melewski,
Clarissa Tyson | Gregory Sinchak
POLAND Poland Presbyterian Church was the setting of the 3:30 p.m. Jan. 9 wedding that joined
Miss Ahlfield, Mr. Goffos are engaged
CORTLAND Dan and Mary Goffos of Cortland are announcing the engagement and upcoming wedding of
SENIOR CITIZENS
Lowellville Senior Citizens will meet at noon Feb. 5 in the conference room at Lowellville City
Area Bowling league scores
men amron lanes Taylor Kia Double Duo’s — Rich Skelton 300-745, Jim Diver 279-725, Don Chestnut
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE | Saturday’s results
Race 1 Dirt - Fast 6 Furlongs | Open | 3 Year Olds And Up | CLAIMING : $5,000 | Purse: $9,000 6
Four cool ways to freshen up the bedroom for winter
The Wichita Eagle (TNS) If you haven’t updated your bedroom in a while, you may find that some key
Agenda Monday
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ROSEMOND | Here's why raises kids is tougher today
Tribune News Service A journalist asks, “Why do today’s parents seem to be having so many more
Broncos, Patriots stay in title hunt despite plenty of injuries
Today’s Brady-Manning showdown may be the last
Columbiana, TRUMBULL COUNTY Courts
COURTS Columbiana COUNTY New complaints State Farm Insurance v. Bryan Schriner, personal
METRO DIGEST || Maple syrup, painting classes at Munnell Run Farm
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NASCAR | Smith delights Hall of Fame crowd during off-the-cuff induction talk
NASCAR ceremony delayed a day
Ohio lawmakers seek day in name of Annie Glenn
Associated Press COLUMBUS, Two Ohio lawmakers want to create an awareness day about
Flint? Youngstown?
Opinion: The human tragedy that is unfolding in Flint, Mich., is as tragic as it is unconscionable. The
Blood Drives
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Inmates escape California jail
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Officials: Armed travelers set record
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Korean War soldier’s remains return to Ohio
Associated Press AKRON The remains of an Ohio soldier who never came home from the Korean War
Ohio's probe into 2015 fatal Cincinnati overpass collapse continues
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Loss for words in summing up stellar life of Zambrini
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Constitution is clear: Ted Cruz is US citizen
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Associated Press NEW YORK A blizzard with hurricane-force winds brought much of the East Coast
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Candidates court Iowa audiences
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Wider change in Hollywood sought after academy reforms
Associated Press NEW YORK The widespread outrage over two-straight years of largely white Oscar
Youngstown schools get good, bad news from state
Editorial: There’s a sliver of light at the end of the dark tunnel that has academically defined the
STUDENT LOANS More employers try to help workers pay debt
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Author tells how Vatican separates faith, fiction
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Gains fails as a leader
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Tequila Hines et al to John M. Bosela et al, Roxbury Ave., Youngstown, $9,000. Buckeye State
Lead pipes lurk in older neighborhoods across the nation
Associated Press TOLEDO Lead pipes like the ones that led to contamination of the tap water in
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Suspect rams OSHP cruiser after chase through 4 Trumbull towns
An attempt by the Ohio State Highway Patrol to stop a vehicle for a traffic violation on state Route 45 in Champion resulted in the suspect leading police on a high-speed chase through portions of four communities before he deliberately rammed an patrol cruiser.
100-plus take the plunge today for some special people
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Scouts brave cold,wind for annual Klondike Derby in Warren
With 20-degree temperatures and 10-degree wind chill factors, no one would have wanted to be outside very long on Saturday – no one, that is, except more than 200 Boy Scouts roughing it all day in the annual Klondike Derby at Perkins Park.
State lawmakers raise questions about Ohio EPA handling of Sebring water issue
Water-testing results expected Monday
First not enough to save Blatt
Cavaliers fire head coach despite being atop the Eastern Conference standings
USHL Moore’s late goal lifts Phantoms
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Phantoms are now one point off of fourth place in the
Woman pleads guilty to raping boy
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Canfield library triples in size
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Children learn about how animals get ready for winter
Animals are active, dormant, migratory or hibernating during winter months
Oscars outcry leads to reforms
Associated Press The film academy is pledging to double the number of female and minority members
Slaying suspect likely won’t face death
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Ennio Morricone’s score elevates ‘Hateful Eight’ Music makes the film
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Kravitz Deli celebrates founder with food fest
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Police crisis-intervention training helps improve odds everyone goes home safe
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Target shoot at Hidden Valley club
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Miss Slack, Mr. Copenhaver plan June rite
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Open house scheduled at St. Patrick School
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By the time you read this, there’s a good chance the ground will be covered by a blanket of
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Alyssa Morelli to be bride of Michael Keller
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E. Liverpool man dies in single-car accident
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Associated Press DETROIT An advisory panel to Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder on Friday recommended
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Man arrested after chase has four felony drug warrants
Also has more than $900 in cash, pills and other drugs
Youngstown signs a deal with a collection agency for delinquent civil speed violators
The company gets a 25 percent cut of what it collects
Establishment warming up to him, Trump says
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Youngstown one of 10 communities nationwide selected to receive help with water issues
The U.S. EPA has selected Youngstown as one of 10 communities across the country to receive financial and technical assistance
What you need to know about lead poisoning
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St. Anthony lived in solitude, prayer
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Postcard-pretty at first, snowstorm turns deadly
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HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Youngstown man leads police on high-speed car chase.
A snow plow driver may be charged with aiding and abetting.
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Nominate youth for Eagle of the Cross award
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Pledge to donate life
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Iran’s compliance raises hope for lasting progress
Editorial: Last weekend’s rapid-fire chain of events emanating from the landmark 2015 Iran nuclear arms
Cuba experiencing generational, economic and political changes
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Labor judge: Wal-Mart strikes protected under law
Associated Press NEW YORK A National Labor Relations Board judge has ruled that Wal-Mart Stores
House mutes hearings
Opinion: The Ohio House’s initial hearings on legislation requiring fetal remains to be buried or cremated
Clinton campaign is in familiar territory
Associated Press WASHINGTON Recall this 2008 story line: Hillary Clinton enters the presidential
OAKHILL WITNESS LIST
OAKHILL WITNESS LIST Prosecutors in the Oakhill Renaissance Place criminal-corruption case had law
Births
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Youngstown selected for EPA program to alleviate water-quality problems
Youngstown chosen to participate in EPA program to alleviate water-quality programs
Youngstown inks deal with agency to collect delinquent speed-violation fees
Youngstown inks deal with agency to collect delinquent speed-violation fees
Warren PD participates in crisis-intervention training
Warren PD participates in crisis-intervention training
Airlines cancel thousands of flights as big storm advances
Airlines cancel thousands of flights as big storm advances
George Zimmerman divorce finalized; keeps truck, family dog
George Zimmerman divorce finalized; keeps truck, family dog
UPDATE | Ohio EPA response to Sebring water woe criticized
Ohio EPA response to Sebring water woe criticized
Pa. Turnpike has speed restriction due to snow storm
Pa. Turnpike has speed restriction due to snow storm
East Liverpool man dies in one-car accident near Lisbon
East Liverpool man dies in one-car accident near Lisbon
Lawmakers say Ohio EPA had 'delayed response' to Sebring water issue
State lawmakers say Ohio EPA had “delayed response” to Sebring water issue
Film academy announces reforms to increase diversity
Film academy announces reforms to increase diversity
Michael E. O’Hara withdraws as a Democratic candidate in the 58th Ohio House District
Michael E. O’Hara withdraws as a Democratic candidate in the 58th Ohio House District
Regional EPA official resigns over Flint water crisis
Regional EPA official resigns over Flint water crisis
City hires firm to collect on delinquent civil speeding violators
City hires firm to collect on delinquent civil speeding violators
US stocks join global rally as energy prices jump again
US stocks join global rally as energy prices jump again
Syrian government thanks Russia for help capturing key town
Syrian government thanks Russia for help capturing key town
Blizzard dumps snow in South; DC mayor says to ’hunker down’
Blizzard dumps snow in South; DC mayor says to ’hunker down’
Let struggles push you to your dreams, speaker urges at YSU MLK event
The YSU diversity breakfast speaker is one of 11 children who grew up in 'cruel and toxic' foster homes.
Local flag football teams earn national championship trip
The meaning of a national championship has changed over the years for Elliott Giles.
Mooney, Ursuline receive NCL invites
The wheels are in motion for Ursuline and Cardinal Mooney high schools to once again be in a conference for football.
JudgeD'Apolito to make distress commission decision early next week
The school board president appointed a principal to the distress commission and the union argues it should be a teacher
Youngstown to hire agency to collect unpaid speeding citations
Enforcement last year was 52 percent of those cited
Ohio addresses opiate epidemic - again
“If knowing that you could die if you did heroin would stop somebody from using it, nobody would be doing it in the first place. When I was out there, I wasn’t having fun, I didn’t want to keep using, but I was addicted and I couldn’t stop. ... Sometimes it takes multiple times [of using naloxone], but it’s worth it to save that life,” the speaker said.
Threat closes Niles McKinley High School Thursday
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High lead levels found in several homes served by Sebring
Other residents should run water for 30 second to 2 minutes before using.
Hasty Pudding honors Gordon-Levitt
Associated Press CAMBRIDGE, Mass. Actor, director and producer Joseph Gordon-Levitt has been
Austintown students showcase art at Creative Arts Night
The event, in its third year, stems from an elective course Life Literature, taught by Steve Ward.
Mineral Ridge, Canfield women sentenced in heroin ring case
While Heidi Smith kept her heroin addiction secret from her family, her attorney said Thursday in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court that her friends knew Smith was able to get safe heroin for them.
Lawyers for murder suspect file insanity plea
Defense lawyers have filed an insanity plea on behalf of their client, Lance Hundley, in a capital murder case.
Sister Jerome retiring, Kubik named director
Maraline Kubik, center, will take over as director of Sister Jerome’s Mission, a ministry affiliated with the Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown. Sister Jerome Corcoran, right, who founded the mission in 2012, announced Thursday that she’s retiring. Also attending the event is Sister Mary McCormick, left, a longtime member of the Ursuline Sisters' leadership team.
Boy Scouts share the International Peace Light in the Valley
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Relax with yoga in the library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Poland library hosted one of their weekly
Children howl with excitement
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Mill Creek Metroparks hosted a Big Bad Wolf
Holly, jolly Christmas concert at Poland Union
Poland Union Elementary School hosted its Christmas show dress rehearsal on Dec. 21 at Poland Seminary High School in preparation for the real show later that evening.
Dinosaurs return for story time
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The night owl story time at the Boardman
Tracey Winbush has been nominated by the Mahoning County Republican Party to remain on the county
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Robinwood students raise money, pie the principal
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Austintown brings sound of jazz to Christmas
The Austintown Fitch High School and Austintown Middle School jazz ensembles performed together for their Holiday Jazz Festival at the high school on Dec. 17.
Ball drops early for Noon Year’s Eve party
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Austintown library celebrated New Year’s Eve
Learn about giant pumpkin growing
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CHS Choral Department perform holiday concert
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield High School Choral Department had its annual
Rebecca Berger v Isaac Standley
COLUMBIANA Rebecca Berger and Isaac Standley were united in marriage at 4:30 p.m. Aug. 8 in a
Poland Community Briefs
Night at the Races to be Jan. 29 The Poland Rotary Night at the Races will take place on Jan. 29
Tashayla Forest v Stephen Lunders
YOUNGSTOWN The Rev. Kenneth L. Simon solemnized the wedding vows of Tashayla Forest and Stephen
Group presents mini grant to family
The Autism Society of Mahoning Valley announced the presentation of this year’s Mike Hull Memorial
Boardman Community Briefs
Guarendi to visit Boardman Schools Ray Guarendi, humorist, clinical psychologist, author, public
Hilltoppers celebrate holiday traditions
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School second-grade students treated
Canfield Community Briefs
Kent State Salem announces President’s, Dean’s Lists Dr. Steve Nameth, dean of Kent State
Mr. and Mrs. Page celebrate golden anniversary
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Jan. 6 Theft: A Struthers Road man noticed an $875 power saw had been stolen. Theft: A West
Paulette Mahon v Jerry Love
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Browns introduce outside-the-box thinkers
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Pens end skid vs. Flyers
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Phil Kessel scored twice and Sidney Crosby had a goal and an assist
Head games: Broncos, Pats exchange barbs in advance
If it’s AFC championship week, somebody must be complaining about the New England Patriots.
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GIRLS BASKETBALL St. Thomas Aquinas 43, Cardinal Mooney 30 LOUISVILLE Katie Hiestand led the
Newton’s confidence soaring as Panthers near Super Bowl
Cam Newton is in position to get the Panthers to the Super Bowl for the first time since 2003.
WRESTLING: JOSHUA HEPHNER INVITATIONAL
When: Today and Saturday. Where: Austintown Fitch High School. Participants: Austintown Fitch,
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GM Lordstown unions send water to Flint, Mich.
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oddly enough
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Attorney General to Warren Steel: Don’t leave a mess
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GOP-led W.Va. Senate OKs right-to-work legislation
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. West Virginia’s Republican-led Senate passed right-to-work
National group plans 2016 medical-pot issue in Ohio
Associated Press CLEVELAND A major national marijuana legalization group plans to put a medical
Penn State Shenango fundraiser is today
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UK judge: Putin ‘probably approved’ killing of ex-agent
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Water crisis raises racial and economic questions
Associated Press FLINT, Mich. Ever since the full extent of the Flint water crisis emerged, one
Surplus food
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Kasich not buying into voter anger
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Canfield council approves money for paving project
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MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A county grand jury Thursday handed up indictments against these people on these charges: Roderick
Ohio’s Medicare health-insurance counseling program tops US rankings
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio program designed to help Medicare beneficiaries understand
Niles church accepting Smart Choice food orders
Mail-in orders will be accepted with payment by postal or bank money order or certified check to New Hope Church
Ex-Ohio cop pleads innocent to sex crimes
Associated Press CLEVELAND A former policeman in suburban Cleveland has pleaded not guilty to
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Cruz unsettles Republican senators
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Dettelbach resigns as US attorney
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Births
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Ex-officer receives 263-year sentence
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POLICE CALLS IN HUBBARD, LIBERTY, GIRARD
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Ohio Treasurer Mandel acting like a candidate for US Senate
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Pa. woman’s defamation suit against Cosby tossed
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A federal judge Thursday dismissed a lawsuit filed by a Pittsburgh-
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Will Smith joins Oscars boycott NEW YORK Will Smith says he will not attend the
METRO DIGEST || Piggyback aids kids dealing with family illness
Aiding families dealing with illness AUSTINTOWN The nonprofit Piggyback Foundation is set to
Sundance films explore race, sex
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Iowa caucuses absurd
Opinion: By Dan K. THOMASSON Tribune News Service WASHINGTON So once again the nation’s politicians,
Infant deaths a reflection of racial divide in the US
Editorial: Nowhere is the linger- ing racial divide in our nation, state and community more visible and more
Near miss for us, but others brace for blizzard
Associated Press WASHINGTON The forecast for a historic blizzard has been there for days,
Falling oil prices could lead consumers to spend more later
Associated Press WASHINGTON Sinking oil prices have cratered the stock market. But a silver
General Motors unites car-sharing services
Associated Press DETROIT The final destination is a mystery, but General Motors is taking
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Goldwing Road Riders Association Chapter M will meet at 5 p.m. Saturday at Yankee
Bryant will start for West in final All-Star Game
Nobody was catching Kobe Bryant, who had 1.9 million votes and was selected an All-Star for the 18th time.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
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Thursday, January 21 (107 stories)
Sebring drinking water advisory issued after increased lead levels found
Pregnant women and children who use water supplied by the Village of Sebring are advised to stop drinking the water until further testing is conducted.
Youngstown to hire agency to collect unpaid speeding fines
The city’s board of control is expected today to sign a two-year agreement with a company to collect unpaid civil speeding violations and late fees.
Decision on Kimble's appointee to distress commission expected next week
A decision is expected early next week on the city school board president’s appointment to the academic distress commission.
Sister Jerome retiring, Kubik to head mission
At age 99, Sister Jerome Corcoran has decided it’s time to retire – sort of.
Use struggles as push, ot excuse, MLK diversity breakfast speaker Pendleton says
Rather than using your struggles as an excuse not to pursue your dream, use them to push to achieve it.
Hundley lawyers file insanity plea in murder/assault/arson case
Lawyers for a man charged with killing one woman and trying to kill another woman last November at a Cleveland Avenue home, which he’s accused of setting afire, have entered an insanity plea on his behalf.
Smith sentenced in large-scale heroin ring
While Heidi Smith kept her heroin addiction secret from her family, her attorney said Thursday in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court that her friends knew Smith was able to get safe heroin for them.
Recovering addicts in attorney general's video explain value of Narcan
If not for naloxone, Nicky Kelly and Valerie Brodbeck probably would not be here today.
Judge's comments could abruptly end GM ignition switch trial
Judge's comments could abruptly end GM ignition switch trial
Kobe top vote-getter; Leonard, Lowry NBA All-Star starters
Kobe top vote-getter; Leonard, Lowry NBA All-Star starters
Gwen Logan drops out of race for Trumbull County recorder
Gwen Logan drops out of race for Trumbull County recorder
Former Okla. officer gets 263 years for rape, sex assault
Former Okla. officer gets 263 years for rape, sex assault
Ex-Ohio officer to appear in court on sexual assault charges
Ex-Ohio officer to appear in court on sexual assault charges
Mill Creek Park's Lily Pond to reopen to public Friday
Mill Creek Park's Lily Pond to reopen to public Friday
Bills owner credits Kathryn Smith for earning her coaching promotion
Bills owner credits Kathryn Smith for earning her coaching promotion
Mich. governor's emails show debate over blame for Flint water
Mich. governor's emails show debate over blame for Flint water
Judge to rule in a week on Youngstown academic commission case
Judge to rule in a week on Youngstown academic commission case
Judge tosses Pennsylvania woman's defamation suit vs. Cosby
Judge tosses Pennsylvania woman's defamation suit vs. Cosby
Justices side with landowners on Ohio drilling leases
Justices side with landowners on Ohio drilling leases
US stocks rise as energy stocks bounce back from big loss
US stocks rise as energy stocks bounce back from big loss
Ohio still looking into fatal overpass collapse year later
Ohio still looking into fatal overpass collapse year later
Ohio’s Medicare counseling programs tops national rankings
Ohio’s Medicare counseling programs tops national rankings
Will Smith joins Oscars boycott, Ruffalo also mulling
Will Smith joins Oscars boycott, Ruffalo also mulling
Attorney General to Warren Steel: Don't leave a mess
Attorney General to Warren Steel: Don't leave a mess
Trumbull County Housing Collaborative seeks volunteers to aid in homeless count
Trumbull County Housing Collaborative seeks volunteers to aid in homeless count
Ohio troopers seize 123 pounds of marijuana, valued at $615K
Ohio troopers seize 123 pounds of marijuana, valued at $615K
Janitor arrested during after-hours party at Ohio school
Janitor arrested during after-hours party at Ohio school
Funeral services set for slain Ohio police officer
Funeral services set for slain Ohio police officer
Never Muzzled project helps keep dogs warm
The small nonprofit organization describes its work as community outreach
Lakeview outlasts Canfield girls in OT
Lakeview is the top dog in the All-American Conference, but it earned that title after nearly letting it slip away.
Valley schools address economically-disadvantaged students
Educators not surprised by link between poverty and student performance
No lead, copper found in MVSD water supplies
It’s such a nonissue that the area has to test every three years under a state order, an MVSD official says
SPORTS DIGEST || Djokovic wins, and again faces questions
For the second time in three days, Novak Djokovic won a match at the Australian Open and was confronted by questions about match-fixing in the sport.
Lariccia’s See Them Rise Basketball Showcase this weekend
Seven games are set for Saturday and Sunday at the Covelli Centre.
Youngstown animal advocate’s good deed leads to disturbing discovery
Jason Cooke, animal advocate, finds dead man
State auditor's rep rips Niles mayor over plan delay
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES A state auditor’s representative sharply criticized Mayor
PREP ROUNDUP | Wednesday’s games
BOYS BASKETBALL Poland 86, East 64 POLAND Matt Baker led Poland (12-1) with 23 points while
‘A Date With the Bronte Sisters’
‘A Date With the Bronte Sisters’ Actress, author and storyteller Carol Weakland will present “A
‘Rumpelstiltskin’ at Dublin Grange
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Three Dog Night Keeping it fresh
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Every once in a while, you just have to have fun. Those
Liberty trustees say layoffs last resort in financial recovery plan
Trustees hope decreased spending coupled with fee increases and an existing road levy will right the township’s finances.
Deadline for homestead exemptions for seniors, disabled is June 6
The exemption is for homeowners 65 and older, those who are disabled and veterans
Man arrested after woman stabbed late Tuesday
Faces kidnapping, aggravated robbery and resisting arrest charges
Youngstown cops: Man leaves infant in car while being chased
Charges expected to be filed in juvenile court
Fact finder favors city in cops' contract dispute
The union’s members will vote on the proposal today and are expected to reject it
Saying Farmdale man is a ‘danger,’ judge orders him to remain in jail
Ricky Green to remain in the Trumbull County jail without eligibility to make bond
Youngstown getting count of vacant structures needing demolition
The last citywide count was done in 2010
Boardman Park joins financial disclosure effort
The Boardman Township Park District is among nine Mahoning County online checkbook participants.
Dow still slumps; oil to blame
Specialist Charles Boedinghaus watches stocks on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange Wednesday as energy stocks lead another sell-off on Wall Street as the price of oil continues to plunge.
METRO DIGEST || Warren to use funds to demolish homes
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Kelly not ready to pick a QB just yet
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Probe looks at Ford Focus doors
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Hellebores offer beautiful blooms, colors
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Denver defensive duo missed AFC title game two years ago, but they’re back
The backbone of Denver’s dominant defense is ready for the rematch Sunday.
Watching for woodies in your backyard The DOWNY Woodpecker
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Boardman man completes treatment program, avoids conviction
Jason Burns walked out of Trumbull County Common Pleas Court Wednesday without a criminal conviction on his record after successfully completing a drug treatment program of about one year.
Senate Dems block Syrian refugee bill
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Killer seeks judicial release
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Oldest Christian monastery in Iraq destroyed
Associated Press IRBIL, Iraq Satellite photos obtained by The Associated Press confirm what
Palin’s re-emergence underscores GOP split
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa If the Republican Party is on the verge of an implosion, Sarah
Hubbard mayor touts stable finances, improvement projects
Mayor John Darko delivers his annual “State of the City” address.
birthdays
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Today Art Show “Intersections,” YSU art faculty biennial exhibition opening reception, 6 p.m. to
Port authority negotiating with Hubbard trucking president for new airplane hangars
The board authorized Dan Dicten, director of aviation to negotiate a lease and operating agreement with Joseph Kerola, president of PI&I Motor Express
KSU president blasts professor in FBI ISIS probe
By Nick Glunt Beacon Journal staff writer Kent State University President Beverly Warren is
Critics: Proposed EPA rules could harm wetlands
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Sanders taps youthful enthusiasm in his rise
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UAW reps meet with GM officials
Staff report LORDSTOWN Leaders from the international United Auto Workers union along with the
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Obama tours Detroit auto show
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It’s not snow bad ...
The Mahoning Valley will not be touched by the severe snowstorm that’s expected to bury sections of
NASA, NOAA: 2015 was by far the hottest year on record
Associated Press WASHINGTON Last year wasn’t just the Earth’s hottest year on record – it left a
CORRECTION
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flint, mich. Emails show debate over blame for water
Associated Press LANSING, Mich. A day after doctors reported high levels of lead in Flint
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Youngstown’s fiscal crisis shows no signs of ending
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Tomlin disappointed, but hopeful
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METRO DIGEST || Out on house arrest
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Elections serve a purpose
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Lack of lead indicators leads to test only every 3 years at MVSD
Although there are plenty of lead and copper pipes throughout the Mahoning Valley, neither element has been found in tap water for years, said the chief engineer of the Mahoning Valley Sanitary District, which operates the area’s main water source.
Youngstown officers expected to reject fact-finder's recommendation
A fact finder’s nonbinding proposal to resolve a contract dispute between the city and its police patrol officers union calls for a 1 percent raise this year and salary freezes for the next two years.
Good samaritan makes gruesome discovery when returning dogs
Performing a good deed to help two dogs turned into a lot more than animal advocate Jason Cooke expected.
Follow the plan or step aside, state auditor's representative tells Niles mayor, council
A state auditor’s representative sharply criticized Mayor Thomas Scarnecchia for failing to implement the city’s financial-recovery plan from fiscal emergency in what amounted to a tongue-lashing during Wednesday’s council meeting.
Analysis shows poor school districts – Youngstown, Campbell, Warren – lead to poor performance
Area educators are not surprised by an analysis that shows stark differences between state report card performance of districts with more poor children and those with fewer.
Warm Paws needs help to provide houses for dogs forced to live outdoors
Warm Paws for Winter, a project of Never Muzzled, provides sturdy houses filled with straw for dogs kept outdoors.
Union leaders at GM Lordstown ponder contract issues
Union leaders at GM Lordstown ponder contract issues
Mich. governor appeals Obama's denial of disaster aid for Flint
Mich. governor appeals Obama's denial of disaster aid for Flint
What You Need to Know About Winter Driving
Winter can be an especially perilous time to be outdoors, especially on the roads. Snow, ice, fog and longer nights present challenges to drivers that can lead to crashes.
Smithsonian's black history museum to get $10 million gift
Smithsonian's black history museum to get $10 million gift
Court ruling favors Ohio elections chief on liability issue
Court ruling favors Ohio elections chief on liability issue
Boardman Township Park participates in state accountability program
Boardman Township Park participates in state accountability program
Pa. gov to tighten methane rules for drillers
Wolf administration to tighten methane rules for drillers
Ohio patrol official accused of stalking woman after affair
Ohio patrol official accused of stalking woman after affair
Man pleads not guilty in Ohio woman’s fatal shooting
Man pleads not guilty in Ohio woman’s fatal shooting
South, East brace for big storm, significant snowfall
South, East brace for big storm, significant snowfall
Senate panel approves bill to make school lunches tastier
Senate panel approves bill to make school lunches tastier
Wal-Mart to give pay raises to most of its workers
Wal-Mart to give pay raises to most of its workers
Tractor-trailer accident causes closure of SR 82 at US Route 62 in Brookfield
Tractor-trailer accident causes closure of SR 82 at US Route 62 in Brookfield
Court documents: Ohio police officer punched suspect
Court documents: Ohio police officer punched suspect
US Treasury Secretary: Puerto Rico needs congressional action
US Treasury Sec: Puerto Rico needs congressional action
Stocks plunge along with price of oil; Dow off 500 points
Stocks plunge along with price of oil; Dow off 500 points
Clothing-distribution ministry temporarily closed at Rising Star Baptist Church
Clothing-distribution ministry temporarily closed at Rising Star Baptist Church
MCCTC gets $16,500 grant to be used for new STEM school
MCCTC gets $16,500 grant to be used for new STEM school
Analysis shows economic status affects student outcomes
Analysis shows economic status affects student outcomes
New $5 million Canfield library opens 9 a.m. Monday
New $5 million Canfield library opens 9 a.m. Monday
Global stocks tumble again as oil price continues to slump
Global stocks tumble again as oil price continues to slump
Gunter, Pangio ignite Fitch’s OT victory
To say Derek Gunter and Anthony Pangio were key pieces in Austintown Fitch’s 63-60 overtime win against Boardman would be an understatement.
Elton John, ZZ Top: 2 major concerts will test Youngstown business district
Two major concerts by classic-rock giants are set for March 22
Supporters of Youngstown woman plan Saturday marrow donor drive
Marie “Penny” Eldridge-Harris needs a bone marrow transplant and friends plan an event to help the search.
FARMDALE KILLING | Crowd attended auction at property day before
Ricky Green is accused of killing his wife because she was unfaithful.
Youngstown couple wants permission to keep their chickens
Two are kept as pets and the rest of the chickens are food
Mahoning superintendents discuss bullying, how to fight it
Superintendents encourage parents to communicate with schools.
Trustees sworn in to oversee Wirt trust
The trustees also are members of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society’s board of directors
Alice Cooper coming to Packard hall
WARREN Alice Cooper will return to the Mahoning Valley for a May 17 concert at Packard Music Hall.
Duchovny, Anderson recapture the chemistry The ‘X-Files’ factor
IF YOU WATCH What: “The X Files” season premiere Where: Fox When: Sunday Time: 8-9 p.m.
Nancy Tod, member of noted Valley family, dies
“She worked briefly with her father at the Packard Youngstown Motor Company,” her daughter said. Her father, Benjamin Brockett, owned the company.
Costs cause Masonic Temple to close
After 106 years of serving the local freemasonry groups, the Masonic Temple in Youngstown will close.
2 Dem candidates for US Senate get endorsements
Ex-Gov. Ted Strickland’s list includes a number of officeholders in the Mahoning Valley
Youngstown lawyers fined
Attys. Neal Atway and Scott Cochran were sentenced Tuesday after they pleaded guilty in federal court.
Poland school calendar likely to change
School year to be pushed forward to accommodate state testing
1948 Youngstown steel cabinetry to go on display
Jason Trickett arranges pieces of a never-used 1948 Youngstown Kitchens steel cabinets for an upcoming display at Tyler Mahoning Valley Historical Center on West Federal Street, downtown Youngstown.
US stocks rise in shaky trading
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stocks struggled through a turbulent day of trading Tuesday and
Feet of strength: AFC title may come down to kickers
Gostowski or McManus could steal spotlight at end
Outages knock Twitter offline
Associated Press Some Twitter users had to do without early Tuesday after sporadic outages knocked
SPORTS digest
Phantoms’ Moore earns USHL honor YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Phantoms defenseman Connor Moore has
Mahoning County Race Course
TUESDAY’S RESULTS RACE 1 $10,100 - 3 yo’s & up, 1M 70Y, CLM $7,500 6 Keepinyourchinup (Houghton,
High School roundup | More boys basketball from Tuesday
Brecksville Broadview Hts 59, Cardinal Mooney 58 YOUNGSTOWN Dan Auble scored 17 points and Dan
Lighten up with creamy, dreamy desserts
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Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
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Reach for the slow cooker for a warm winter dinner
By Lee Svitak Dean Star Tribune (Minneapolis) When important people who cook are asked what
Loaded gun found during traffic stop
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Lock 24 is one of the region’s treats Comfort and quality
The New Year is a restart. A fresh chance to get things right. Like a third marriage, the triumph of hope over experience.
UN report: Iraqi civilians are dying at ‘staggering’ rate
Associated Press BAGHDAD Iraq witnessed a sharp increase in civilian deaths after the fall of
Bill would require journalists to register
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Sarah Palin endorses Trump for president
Associated Press AMES, Iowa Republican presidential front-runner Donald Trump received a key
METRO DIGEST || Skimmers at the pump
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Canada excluded from anti-IS coalition meeting
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Births
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Agenda Thursday
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Supreme Court to rule on policies on immigration
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court stepped into a boiling political dispute over
Record Reviews
Don Henley Album: “Cass County” Grade: A As a principal member of the Eagles, Don Henley
Bridge upgrade contract awarded
The First Street bridge in Lowellville will get sidewalk reconstruction and lamppost lighting installation.
Surplus food/clothing
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Youngstown has settled a police excessive force lawsuit for $72,000
City council will consider today authorizing the board of control to pay its $50,000 deductible
Police find large amounts of pills, marijuana during traffic stops
One defendant caught trying to flush pills down toilet in restaurant
FBI agents question Kent State professor
By Nick Glunt Beacon Journal staff writer A Kent State University professor with a history of
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NEWSMAKERS Don McLean’s arrest shakes his Maine town PORTLAND, Maine The picturesque town of
President defends pragmatism in his last State of the Union speech
Opinion: By Dick Meyer Scripps Washington Bureau Barry Obama arrived at Columbia University too late to
First families matter
Opinion: By Ann McFeatters Tribune News Service WASHINGTON The other day, as President Obama and aides
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Savages: Tonight on “Jimmy Kimmel
Insurance customers experiencing problems
Associated Press Thousands of health insurance consumers around the country have started the new
Fitness center forecasts for February
Planet Fitness is expected to open sometime in the middle of February.
Gwinnell named president, CEO
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Despite flawed report cards, new results reflect well on most Valley school districts
Editorial: The tardy release last week of incomplete report-card results for Ohio schools for the 2014-15
Water crisis
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10 guns, including assault rifles seized by YPD in 2 weeks
Vice squad members have been able to combine quality and quantity so far this year.
Attys. Atway, Cochran sentenced for professional wrongdoing
Two downtown Youngstown lawyers were fined Tuesday in federal court after each had earlier pleaded guilty to a charge contained in information filed by the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Youngstown Masonic Temple succumbs to dwindling membership
After 106 years of serving the local freemasonry groups, the Masonic Temple in Youngstown will close.
Original Youngstown Kitchens steel cabinet to go on display Jan. 30
A unique piece of the Mahoning Valley’s past has resurfaced and will go on display at the Tyler Mahoning Valley Historical Center.
Expect a bustling Youngstown March 22 when Elton, ZZ Top perform
March 22 is shaping up to be the busiest Tuesday night in downtown Youngstown in many years.
Farmdale couple showed no signs of acrimony day before murder, auctioneer says
A large crowd of people were at the Wakefield Creek Road home and business of Ricky D. and Janell D. Green on Saturday, one day before Ricky, 59, purportedly shot and killed Janell, 56, inside their home.
Trustees for Wirt Trust sworn in, collection on display
Four trustees of the Benjamin Franklin Wirt Trust were formally sworn in Tuesday by Judge Robert N. Rusu Jr. of Mahoning County Probate Court.
Youngstown couple want to keep their chickens in city for food, pets
An East Side couple is asking city officials to allow them to keep their chickens – some that they eat and a couple they keep as pets.
Nancy Tod, member of renowned Youngstown and Ohio family, dies
A community leader who also was part of one of the Mahoning Valley’s founding families has died.
Saturday event aims to find bone marrow match for friend
Saturday’s “Penny Saver” at Youngstown State University is about more than loose change.
Los Angeles to pay $24.3M to 2 wrongly convicted men
Los Angeles to pay $24.3M to 2 wrongly convicted men
'American Pie' singer McLean's arrest shakes his Maine town
'American Pie' singer McLean's arrest shakes his Maine town
Clinton receives endorsement from largest LGBT organization
Clinton receives endorsement from largest LGBT organization
Celebrate Poland pancake fundraiser breakfast is Saturday
Celebrate Poland pancake fundraiser breakfast is Saturday
Pennsylvania prison population declined by 850 in 2015
Pennsylvania prison population declined by 850 in 2015
Pa. judge revokes bail for ex-coach accused of sex with player
Judge revokes bail for ex-coach accused of sex with player
You’re welcome, America: Columbus tops for making robocalls
You’re welcome, America: Columbus tops for making robocalls
Ex-pastor accused of raping teen arrested after return to US
Ex-pastor accused of raping teen arrested after return to US
Woman charged with nursing without license in Bobbi Kristina Brown case
Woman charged with nursing without license in Brown case
Election-year clash on immigration heads to Supreme Court
Election-year clash on immigration heads to Supreme Court
Calls for boycott of Oscars grow over diversity of nominees
Calls for boycott of Oscars grow over diversity of nominees
Texas latest state to call daily fantasy sports illegal
Texas latest state to call daily fantasy sports illegal
East Coast, Ohio Valley brace for possible big snowstorm
East Coast, Ohio Valley brace for possible big snowstorm
Ohio sets new guidelines for short-term pain prescribing
Ohio sets new guidelines for short-term pain prescribing
Trumbull County mental health board meeting canceled today
Trumbull County mental health board meeting canceled today
Flint mayor seeking help from D.C. over water crisis
Flint mayor seeking help from D.C. over water crisis
YSU library briefly evacuated after steam pipe break triggers alarm
YSU library briefly evacuated after steam pipe break triggers alarm
Police: 3-year-old girl kept in closet, offered for sex
Police: 3-year-old girl kept in closet, offered for sex
Ohio senators announce medical marijuana listening tour
Ohio senators announce medical marijuana listening tour
Ice-skating rink open at Mill Creek Park's Wick Recreation Area
Ice-skating rink open at Mill Creek Park's Wick Recreation Area
Delta posts $980 million 4Q profit on lower fuel prices
Delta posts $980 million 4Q profit on lower fuel prices
FBI: Violent crime rose in first 6 months of 2015 over 2014
FBI: Violent crime rose in first 6 months of 2015 over 2014
Johnson & Johnson to cut about 3,000 jobs in medical devices
Johnson & Johnson to cut about 3,000 jobs in medical devices
Gov't report: Budget deficit to rise to $544B this year
Gov't report: Budget deficit to rise to $544B this year
Kent State, faculty union reach tentative contract agreement
Kent State, faculty union reach tentative contract agreement
Lawyers for fired Ohio State band director to remain on case
Lawyers for fired Ohio State band director to remain on case
Mahoning commissioners award $284K bid for Lowellville bridge
Mahoning commissioners award $284K bid for Lowellville bridge
911 AUDIO | Trumbull man calls sheriff to report he killed his wife
The Greene Township man told a dispatcher his wife had been cheating on him
Mahoning County accepting applications for homestead exemptions
Mahoning County accepting applications for homestead exemptions
MLK Day workshop focuses on institutionalized racism
Even though many strides have been made in the last 50 years since racism was often as blatant as it was damaging, such attitudes have maintained a chameleon-like ability to adapt to societal changes and times, a civil-rights attorney contends.
Curbstone hears from fall’s state champs
Lakeview girls golfers, Maplewood boys CC team were honorees.
Dog-rescue friends come to aid of Howland woman hit with unexpected calamity
One of the defining themes of Howland woman Tamie Chicko’s life has been helping others — as registered nurse at Hillside Rehabilitation Hospital and as a dog rescuer.
YMCA may come to Austintown
By AMANDA TONOLI atonoli@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Fitness centers in Austintown are growing in
SPORTS DIGEST || East-Poland game moved to Wednesday
East-Poland game moved to Wednesday POLAND Tonight’s East-Poland boys basketball game has been
7th Distrct appeals court launches mediation program
A mediator tries to guide parties in civil cases to a mutually acceptable settlement
VIDEO GAME PREVIEW ‘Deus Ex,’ ‘Dishonored 2’ are among year’s most anticipated
By DERRIK J. LANG AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES If the video games set to be unleashed
Berry’s Whole Foods offers a new place for healthy options
The new health food store, Berry’s Whole Foods, recently opened in Austintown.
2016 dog-license deadline approaches in the Valley
Any owner that harbors dogs 3 months of age or older must license their dogs annually
METRO DIGEST || Diversity breakfast Thursday
The 14th annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Diversity Breakfast is set for 8:30 a.m. Thursday in the Chestnut Room of Kilcawley Center at Youngstown State University.
Art event will help Ed Port
Austintown resident Ed Port talks about a Sunday fundraiser at Suzie’s Dogs and Drafts to help with his medical bills. Port, 45, who suffers from neurofibromatosis, expects to need at least three more surgeries, and he’s already about $40,000 in debt from the five he’s already had.
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College Basketball
MEN EAST Albany (NY) 80, Binghamton 59 College of NJ 95, Baruch 62 Mass.-Lowell 93,
All-STAR SeLECTIONS Northeastern Athletic Conference
GIRLS SOCCER Bristol — Lindsey Campbell Badger — April Larrison, Megan Miller Maplewood —
Mahoning Valley Race Course: Monday’s Results
MONDAY’S RESULTS RACE 1 $10,000 - 3 yo’s & up, 5 1/2F, CLM $7,500 4 Carson Pass (Bracho,
DIVISION CHAMPIONSHIPS BRONCOS PATRIOTS MANNING VS. BRADY
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CARDINALS PANTHERS PALMER VS. NEWTON
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Prep Roundup | More high school results
GIRLS BASKETBALL West Holmes 50, Howland 28 BERLIN Brighleigh Macaulay scored 18 points to
TV/Radio
TV/Radio toDAY 11 a.m. (Root) College basketball: “Inside Notre Dame Basketball.” 2:30 p.m.
Radio auction details to be discussed Friday
Radio auction details to be discussed Friday YOUNGSTOWN The Kiwanis Club of Youngstown will meet
Healthy hands: soap and sanitizer
From Mayo Clinic News Network Mayo Clinic News Network According to the Centers for Disease
Windshield manufacturer tops 1,000 workers at ex-GM plant in Moraine
Associated Press MORAINE, Ohio Hiring by a glass products company hit an important milestone,
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Greater Girard Area Chamber of Commerce, 6 p.m., Girard Free Library, 105 E.
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NEWSMAKERS Eagles co-founder Glenn Frey dies at 67 NEW YORK Glenn Frey, who co-founded the
Family of missing American still waiting
Associated Press NEW YORK The relatives of a former FBI agent who disappeared in Iran almost
Woman charged after 6 kids are injured in DUI accident
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A woman due in court this month in a drunken-driving case has been
Americans’ abduction raises security fears
Associated Press BAGHDAD The abduction of three Americans from a Baghdad apartment over the
The action film “The Fifth Wave,” in which aliens occupy Earth, opens Friday in
The action film “The Fifth Wave,” in which aliens occupy Earth, opens Friday in theaters. Here are
Pressured, Clinton embraces Obama
Associated Press COLUMBIA, S.C. Facing fresh campaign anxieties, Hillary Clinton is attaching
Independents may supply last-minute advantage for Kasich
Ohio governor has risen to second place in many New Hampshire polls By Jessica Wehrman Dayton
Police capture man suspected in officer’s death
Murder charge expected Associated Press COLUMBUS A man whose ex-girlfriend reported that he
Facing up to wrinkles
Opinion: By Gina Barreca The Hartford Courant I turned 59 recently, which means, apparently, that
With flag gone, MLK Day rally shifts focus
Associated Press COLUMBIA, S.C. For the first time in 17 years, civil-rights leaders gathered
‘Making a Murderer’ casts doubt on the guilt of Avery and Dassey
Opinion: Kenneth Kratz was willing to answer all of my questions. Many these days are demanding answers from
Is it bad? What makes that sound? CRACKING KNUCKLES
By Claudia Buck The Fresno Bee SACRAMENTO, Calif. Snap, crackle, pop. If you’re a knuckle
Wellness seminar
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Boston Marathon bomber doesn’t deserve new trial
Editorial: Not only was federal Judge George O’Toole Jr. unswayed by Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar
Workers drilling oil well injured
Workers drilling oil well injured VIENNA TOWNSHIP An accident at an oil drilling site Monday
Calls for boycott of Oscars grow
Associated Press NEW YORK Calls for a boycott of the Academy Awards are growing over the
US military releases account of sailors’ Iran detention
US military releases account of sailors’ Iran detention WASHINGTON In its first official
Bill would provide confidential address for victims of violence
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio is trying to catch up with other states by shielding the
Monday, January 18 (57 stories)
Hillside nurse, dog rescuer needs help
One of the defining themes of Howland woman Tamie Chicko’s life has been helping others – as a registered nurse at Hillside Rehabilitation Hospital and as a dog rescuer.
Eagles guitarist Glenn Frey dead just months after end of 'History tour
Eagles founder and guitarist Glenn Frey died today ijn New York City as a result of complications from several diseases, TMZ is reporting.
Confederate flag's removal turns King Day into celebration day
President Obama and his wife are taking part in a national service program
More earthquakes rattle Oklahoma; officials resist tough measures
78 quakes of magnitude 2.7 or greater have rocked the state so far this month
2016 dog-license deadline nears in Mahoning Valley
State law requires all dogs 3 months old or older to be licensed
Trumbull County man faces homicide charge in shotgun death of wife
The killing is the county's first homicide of 2016
Ohio police officer found dead; suspect in custody
Danville is about 100 miles southeast of Cleveland
ZZ Top is coming to Stambaugh
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN ZZ Top will bring its Hell Raisers tour to Stambaugh Auditorium on March
Animal rights advocates push Girard on pit bull, tethering laws
The issues have touched off controversy in nearby municipalities.
Annual casino tax revenues fall slightly
Full year casino tax revenues fell slightly from 2014 to 2015, but last quarter revenues rose in 2015.
‘Billy Goats Gruff’ opera for children
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Opera Western Reserve Young Artists will present “The Billy Goats
Canfield native’s history book explores immigrants’ roots HOW THE IRISH became Americans
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Juilene Osborne-McKnight is a historian, a professor of
Marchionte always on the run
For 18 straight years — 6,575 days and counting —Bo Marchionte has run at least three miles per day.
Partnership to provide more physicians in underserved areas
Partnership to address lack of primary-care physicians in rural and urban areas
Well-traveled Hosick finds home with Penguins
Trent Hosick comes to YSU after two seasons with Arizona Western.
Learning electricity concepts can be a snap
Public library offers hands-on basic electricity learning experience for children.
Stevel Carell’s silly idea turns into ‘Angie Tribeca’
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer PASADENA, Calif. In the grandly silly tradition of
MLK DAY What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed today in honor of
Search for 12 Marines in chopper crash continues
Associated Press HONOLULU The ongoing search for 12 Marines who are missing after two
Severe weather leaves 2 dead in Fla.
Associated Press Severe weather sparked a pair of tornadoes that ripped through central Florida
Associated Press
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TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Timothy C. Rice, 24, of 6491 Downs Road, Warren, and
The Rev. Christopher McKee, pastor of Tabernacle Baptist Church in Youngstown, gives the featured
The Rev. Christopher McKee, pastor of Tabernacle Baptist Church in Youngstown, gives the featured
Suzette Hinson and her grandaughter, Chrystiana Douglas, 6, both of Youngstown, check out a hymnal
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Today is Monday, Jan. 18, the 18th day of 2016. There are 348 days left in the year. This is the
Open house planned at Montessori School
Open house planned at Montessori School YOUNGSTOWN Montessori School of the Mahoning Valley,
MLK WEEK | Scheduled events
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After attack, 3 days of mourning begin
After attack, 3 days of mourning begin OUAGADOUGOU, Burkina Faso Burkina Faso began three days
Parella, Nasseri lead Ursuline over Spire
Parella, Nasseri lead Ursuline over Spire NORTH CANTON Greg Parella had five 3-pointers among
Sanders, Clinton trade sharp barbs at Dem debate
Associated Press CHARLESTON, S.C. Eager to rumble, Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders jumped
Austintown sixth-graders to write, research about charities
Austintown students will write about their favorite charities
Sip and Paint event
Sip and Paint event POLAND Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning Valley will host a Valentine’s Day
Rescued ‘bait dog’ blossoms into pet
Akron Beacon Journal AKRON Most of Gordon’s teeth are filed down. Others are missing, probably
Triumph or travesty, US-Iran ties warming over nuke deal
Associated Press WASHINGTON Diplomatic triumph or travesty, America’s relationship with one of
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Ashley and Mark Tilton, Warren, girl, Jan. 16. TaShawn
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday McDonald Community Chest, 7 p.m., Woodland Park United Methodist Church, 601 Ohio
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New v.p. named at Mount Union
University of Mount Union names vice president for enrollment management
WORTH a look
Helping Hands Closet at Western Reserve United Methodist Church, 4580 Canfield Road, Canfield, has
King Center to honor 30th year of MLK holiday
Associated Press ATLANTA The King Center in Atlanta is set to celebrate the 30th anniversary of
Announcement planned at park
Announcement planned at park BOARDMAN Officials from the Boardman Township Park District will
‘Ride Along 2’ unseats ‘Star Wars’ at box office
‘Ride Along 2’ unseats ‘Star Wars’ at box office LOS ANGELES The cops busted the Force. The
Obama’s State of the Union speech was a complete washout
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service President Barack Obama had something deceptively close to a
COO of Allegiant Air is resigning
COO of Allegiant Air is resigning LAS VEGAS The chief operating officer of Allegiant Air is
Despite El Nino, Calif. farmers brace for water shortage
Associated Press FRESNO, CALIF. Farmers in California’s fertile San Joaquin Valley are bracing
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Mental-health CEO who hired fortuneteller gets prison BATTLE CREEK, Mich. The
Why global woes and sinking stocks don’t mean US recession
Associated Press WASHINGTON Last week’s harrowing plunge in U.S. stocks – fueled by economic
Can you spare a dime for a CEO?
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Wall Street buccaneer Carl Icahn has pocketed billions for himself
Bill Clinton a target
Opinion: Is Bill Clinton’s sexual history fair game in the 2016 campaign? Donald Trump certainly thinks so.
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the
States work to hone health-crisis plans to use in catastrophes
Associated Press ST. PAUL, MINN. The scenarios are grim: A pandemic influenza swamps the
Valley’s Sojourn to the Past embodies legacy of MLK
Editorial: Over the past 10 years, the Mahoning Valley has been blessed to have an angel among us in the form
Sunday, January 17 (92 stories)
Several Americans missing in Iraq, US Embassy reports
Three from US have been kidnapped in Baghdad, Arab media say
Broncos defeat Steelers, 23-16
The Broncos will host the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship next week.
Triumph or travesty? Debate rages over impact of warming US-Iran ties
Iran has gained billions of dollars in sanctions relief
FBI investigates four bomb threats in nearby Stark County
Walmart, Target, Circle K, City Hall targeted
Ohio city's cost-saving idea: Use human manure to fertilize farms
The project would cost an estimated $65 million
Conventional Republican leadership accepts potential victories for unconventional candidates
Trump and Cruz are favorites in the first two states that will be voting within weeks
Three NH newspapers endorse Kasich for GOP presidential nod
The Ohio governor is in third place in new state polls
Ohio casino revenue dropped slightly in 2015
But gambling in the fourth quarter of last year outpaced that quarter in 2014
Obama cites prisoners' release as win for 'smart' diplomacy
It has been a historic weekend for U.S.-Iran relations
Carolina beats Seattle to advance to NFC championship game
The Panthers will square off against Arizona for a berth in the Super Bowl
Roberta Marinelli | Randal Hughes
YOUNGSTOWN The Rev. John Keehner officiated the 2 p.m. Oct. 3, 2015, wedding of Roberta A.
Bishops mark 73rd anniversary at family dinner
Austintown Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bishop of Austintown celebrated their 73rd wedding anniversary at a
Jamie Corvino | Andrew Scholeno
RALEIGH, N.C. Jamie Corvino became the bride of Andrew Scholeno at 4 p.m. Nov. 28, 2015, at The
Amanda Benchwick | Aaron Chine
KAUAI, HAWAII Aaron Michael Chine and Amanda Crystal Benchwick were married Dec. 15 in a private
Renee Ware | Anthony Hodos
COLUMBUS The Revs. Dave Gross and Joan Bellinger officiated at 3:30 p.m. April 25, 2015, for the
Wright shows might dropping YSU by 36
Staff report Dayton Sophomore Cameron Morse scored a game-high 18 points but the Youngstown
Sojourn to the Past wins ANGEL Award at Atlanta ceremony
Staff report ATLANTA Mahoning Valley Sojourn to the Past received The King Center’s annual
Girard takes Howland Invitational
Dakota McCloskey, Chris Morgan, Jack DelGarbino all win individual titles for the Indians.
YPD records more pursuits in 2015 than year before
By JOE GORMAN jgorman@vindy.;com YOUNGSTOWN City police recorded more vehicle pursuits in 2015
Valley school districts seeking substitute teachers at job fair Tuesday
Battling the shortage of substitute teachers.
Hubbard native revisits Valley’s roots in steel industry
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com LIBERTY J. Richard “Rick” Rowlands has a lifelong passion: the
Phantoms stop Fighting Saints again for sweep
Alex Esposito and Cameron Morrison each scored two goals.
Free veterans therapeutic program planned
Slippery Rock University’s Storm Harbor Equestrian Center is seeking area veterans interested in participating in its Equine Services for Heroes program
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU’s Aranda wins three events vs. Akron
Sophomore Madison Aranda won three events and the YSU swimming and diving team won seven events against Akron on Saturday afternoon at the Beeghly Center Natatorium. Akron won the meet by a score of 194-106.
Klondike Derby competition builds teamwork, communication skills
It was boy scouts versus the rain and mud at the 2016 Whispering Pines District’s Klondike Derby at Camp StamBaugh Saturday.
Billions at stake in new Showtime drama
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK As an endlessly adaptable on-screen everyman,
Outsmart tax thieves this filing season
Tax software makers and service providers are offering new layers of security this tax season, says
METRO DIGEST || Beloit crash kills passenger
Passenger in car killed in crash BELOIT The passenger in a car was killed and the driver
METRO DIGEST || Pure Earth Paint class Jan. 26
Pa. primary petitions MERCER, PA. Petition packets for Republican precinct committee candidates
Game of chicken over oil costs jobs, benefits consumers
PNC Bank Economist Mekael Teshome remembers 2008 when there was a concern that the price of oil would go up to $200 a barrel. Last week, the price dropped below $30 per barrel and is expected to go lower. “It feels surreal,” he said.
2 found dead in Jeep waiting for tow truck
Associated Press PLAIN CITY A man and woman have been found dead in a vehicle that authorities
Cardinals survive wild finish in overtime
Larry Fitzgerald set up and scored the winning touchdown on the third play of overtime Saturday night.
Former YSU coach Dike Beede should be enshrined in HOF
Former YSU coach Dike Beede should be enshrined in HOF Fanfare: As I sat through another year of
Brady, Patriots get past Chiefs
New England (13-4) will meet the winner of today’s game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Denver Broncos.
Pork-kraut dinner set
Pork-kraut dinner set Youngstown The Youngstown Saxon Club, 710 S. Meridian Road, will host its
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
HEALTH CARE Park Vista of Youngstown and Senior Independence recently announced the hiring of
SENIOR CITIZENS
AARP Chapter 4611 East will meet Wednesday at St. Augustine Episcopal Church, 614 Parmelee Ave.,
CSU upsets YSU women
Youngstown State was officially the victim of the upset of the year in the Horizon League.
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
Making a macaron, baking up a business
Gabriele Brocker, a Poland native, recently opened her own macaron bakery in Poland.
No. 3 Maryland cruises past Ohio State behind Carter
Maryland had no intention of allowing its first Big Ten defeat of the season to become part of a rare losing streak.
Source: Browns won’t keep DeFilippo
Browns offensive coordinator John DeFilippo was told by the club Saturday morning that he won’t be back, a league source told cleveland.com.
ON THE LINKS | Results from Saturday’s professional golf events
SONY OPEN HONOLULU Even after missing a 2-foot birdie putt on his last hole, it wasn’t hard for
MASONIC GRoups
THURSDAY Ladies Oriental Shrine will meet for its monthly luncheon and business meeting at 11:30
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Garden Gate will meet at 12:30 p.m. for 2016 program planning. Hostess is Dorothy Shirilla.
up for adoption
Go online to angelsforanimals.org or call 330-549-1111 for more information. Name: Cee Cee Info:
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Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Exploring how teens use Snapchat
A few months ago, the mother of a teenager approached me with a question about her daughter’s
4 jihadis, 28 others dead in hotel siege
Associated Press OUAGADOUGOU, Burkina Faso The Al-Qaida fighters who stormed a popular hangout
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Jennifer and Gregory Malys, Youngstown, girl, Jan. 15.
High surf complicates search for 12 missing Marines
Associated Press HALEIWA, Hawaii Rescuers battled winds of up to 23 mph and waves up to 30 feet
Martin Luther King Jr. DAY | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed for Martin Luther
Steelers embrace challenge of playing without All-Pro WR
Brown will miss the first playoff game of his career on Sunday when the Steelers travel to Denver in the divisional round.
Mahoning County gets a reality check from auditor
Editorial: In 2013, with federal census bureau estimates showing Mahoning County leading Ohio in terms of
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Today is Sunday, Jan. 17, the 17th day of 2016. There are 349 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Group pushes ahead to get pot question on November’s ballot
Associated Press COLUMBUS A group hoping to put a marijuana-legalization issue on Ohio’s ballot
As primary race tightens, Dems brace for messy winter
Associated Press WASHINGTON There was a time when Democrats fretted about Hillary Clinton’s
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Teen heading to prison for setting boy on fire
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA A teenager is heading to prison for spraying hand sanitizer on an
Presidential hopeful Rubio has record of misjudgment
Opinion: WASHINGTON What boxer Sonny Liston’s manager said of him (Sonny had his good points, the trouble
US, EU lift sanctions against Iran
Associated Press VIENNA The U.N. nuclear agency certified Saturday that Iran has met all of
Medical condition may have been cause of man’s death in crash
Associated Press SANDUSKY The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating whether a northwest
Man jailed in fatal stabbings
Associated Press COLUMBUS A central Ohio man charged with murder in the fatal stabbings of his
birthdays
birthdays Actress Betty White is 94. Actor James Earl Jones is 85. Talk-show host Maury Povich is
flint water crisis Obama clears way for US aid
Associated Press DETROIT President Barack Obama signed an emergency declaration Saturday that
Attorneys: Cleveland dodging payment of $19M in judgments
Associated Press CLEVELAND David Ayers says he feared for his life during the nearly 12 years he
MILESTONES
MILESTONES SCOUTS Eagle Scout Award Boy Scouts of America Troop 60 of Boardman will confer an
Former Colts, Ravens coach dies
Former NFL coach Ted Marchibroda charmed players with his soft-spoken personality and his innovative concepts.
Pro-independence woman becomes Taiwan’s president
Pro-independence woman becomes Taiwan’s president TAIPEI, Taiwan Taiwan elected Tsai Ing-wen as
Once-homeless man is back on the radio
Associated Press COLUMBUS The once-homeless man whose silky voice turned him into an Internet
Now that the Oscar nominees have been announced, it’s time again for The Vindicator’s
Now that the Oscar nominees have been announced, it’s time again for The Vindicator’s annual BEST OF
Record year for Yellowstone visits
Record year for Yellowstone visits CODY, Wyo. Yellowstone National Park has set a record in 2015
States rethink punishment
Associated Press ST. CLAIRSVILLE As states rethink the use of solitary confinement to punish
9 more Indiana farms infected with bird flu
Associated Press HUNTINGBURG, Ind. Birds from nine more commercial turkey farms in Indiana
Make citizenship classes mandatory for refugees
Opinion: Make citizenship classes mandatory for refugees Recently, the ASSAULT of women in Germany by
The Vindicator’s annual contest to pick the Oscar winners is officially under way (entry
The Vindicator’s annual contest to pick the Oscar winners is officially under way (entry ballot is
Broncos won’t look past Steelers
The Steelers (11-6) are deep even without All-Pro receiver Antonio Brown (concussion) and running back DeAngelo Williams (foot).
Transition in Branson
By Alan Solomon Chicago Tribune (TNS) Branson is cleaning up its act. It’s also updating its
More Prep results
GIRLS BASKETBALL Struthers 46, Niles 35 STRUTHERS Kahylah Brown led the Wildcats (7-8) with 17
BUSINESS DIGEST || Chamber accepts registration for leadership academy
Chamber accepts registration for leadership academy YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional
Week of January 17, 2016
Karen A. Lamm et al to David S. Dattilo, Warwick Drive, Canfield, $84,000. Justin Ragazzine to
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints Protech Electrical Contracting LLC v. J.T. Pit Stop LLC
Obama disses GOPers
Opinion: If there were any doubts about how Republicans have benefited from the political chicanery involved
A PARTY OF TWO
Valentine’s Day is less than a month away. That means it’s time for area romantics to pull out their
DAHLIA DESIRE
DAHLIA DESIRE By Mary Beth Breckenridge Akron Beacon Journal (TNS) AKRON As he did last
All in a day’s work
Opinion: All in a day’s work For the past two years, the staff of The Vindicator has been awarded a general
Saturday, January 16 (66 stories)
Boy Scouts toil on through mud, rain today to complete Klonike Derby
It was boy scouts versus the rain and mud at the 2016 Whispering Pines District’s Klondike Derby at Camp StamBaugh Saturday.
Hubbard native regales Kravitz crowd with Valley's steelmaking heritage
J. Richard “Rick” Rowlands has a lifelong passion: the glory days of steelmaking in the Mahoning Valley, in general, and the equipment that kept the mills running, in particular.
Speed, alcohol factors in Beloit crash that killed passenger
The passenger in a car was killed and the driver seriously injured after the driver fled from a Sebring police officer preparing to initiate a traffic stop early Saturday.
Sansone-Ochwat engagement is announced
Alyssa Sansone and Dale Ochwat II are announcing their engagement and upcoming wedding. The bride-
Olivia Lanterman to wed Richard Griffith
austintown Frank and Michelle Lanterman of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their
Gunfire unnerves Mahoning River-front hikers
Gunfire along the Mahoning River in Youngstown comes from an outdoor law enforcement firing range.
Phantoms deliver strongest performance of season
The Youngstown Phantoms delivered their strongest performance of the season against the hottest USHL team.
Early aggressive play pays off big in Fitch victory
Falcons made sure their rematch with Canfield wouldn’t be decided in the final seconds.
Oakhill judge gives defendants time to respond, moves trial date
Judge moved the trial’s start date to Feb. 29 and said it will begin on time
“Iron Soup” apartments gain new life as housing for homeless vets
Veterans move in to Campbell apartments once home to Campbell steel workers.
Ohio monitoring avian flu case in Indiana
The Ohio Department of Agriculture lifted a ban on poultry displays at fairs, auctions and other events
100-count indictment charges 5 Valley men with drug offenses
The federal indictment contains a specification concerning a fatal heroin overdose last July 19 in Youngstown.
SPORTS DIGEST || Hubbard High School HOF class announced
Hubbard High School HOF class announced HUBBARD Athletes representing six sports, a coach and a
Drug abuse education needed at all ages, officials say
Drug abuse is “our biggest epidemic,” hospital foundation president says.
Mincher, Ford lead Tigers over Raiders in ITCL
Graham Mincher and Jake Ford made sure the Raiders’ streak stayed intact.
Warren cops arrest 4 young men in car full of guns, drugs, money
Police found three loaded weapons, heroin, cocaine, marijuana and cash in the car
METRO DIGEST || Youngstown man reports robbery
A 35-year-old Youngstown man told police that he was robbed at gunpoint while driving on the North Side.
Polka parties draw growing crowd on Fridays in Girard
George Heffner of Maryland and Pat Daugherty of Newton Falls dance during a Polka jam session Friday night at Kuzman’s Bar in Girard. This weekly event gives musicians and fans of polka music an opportunity to enjoy themselves.
ON THE LINKS | Results from Friday’s professional golf events
PGA Sony Open HONOLULU Brandt Snedeker feels good about his swing and is making plenty of putts,
RESULTS OF FRIDAY’S OTHER HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL GAMES
McDonald 87, Sebring 68 SEBRING Jake Reckard led McDonald with 15 points while Zack Fedyski and
Chipotle meeting
Chipotle meeting YOUNGSTOWN Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. will close all of its U.S. stores for
Fiat Chrysler recalls SUVs for 2nd time to fix wiring
Associated Press DETROIT Fiat Chrysler is recalling nearly 389,000 Jeep and Dodge SUVs in the
PNC reported 2015 net income of $4.1 billion
The PNC Financial Services Group Inc. reported 2015 net income of $4.1 billion, or $7.39 per diluted common share.
AFC DIVISIONAL PLAYOFFS
AFC DIVISIONAL PLAYOFFS sUNday vPittsburgh Steelers vs. Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field
An arrival and a warning
After months of mild weather, frigid winter temperatures and snow arrived this week. But days are
Meat shoot
Meat shoot Lowellville The Lowellville Rod and Gun Club is having a meat shoot at 6:30 p.m.
Battling green monsters
Some pretty menacing fish swim in Youngstown-area waters, but a bare handful of anglers pursue them
2015 housing sales positive for Valley
The year brought positive housing figures for all three counties in the Mahoning Valley.
Ohio school-board president wants smaller role for panel
Associated Press COLUMBUS The head of the state school board recommended smaller roles for the
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METRO DIGEST || 3-part Lupus series starts next Sat.
Series on lupus AUSTINTOWN The Lupus Foundation of America, Greater Ohio Chapter, will host a
1 man brain-dead, 5 others hurt in botched drug trial
Associated Press PARIS One man was brain-dead and three others faced possible permanent brain
US EPA chief touts clean energy amid pushback from states
Associated Press PERRYSBURG Ohio and other states that are pushing back against clean energy are
Martin Luther King Jr. DAY What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed for Martin Luther
Pa. casinos record record revenue
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Pennsylvania’s casinos on Friday reported record revenue in
Federal grand jury will hear drug-distribution cases against four defendants
The four were arrested Tuesday and Wednesday
Forces try to retake hotel attacked Friday by al-Qaida
Associated Press OUAGADOUGOU, Burkina Faso Al-Qaida militants struck an upscale hotel and nearby
N. Korea offers deal to end nuke tests
N. Korea offers deal to end nuke tests SEOUL, South Korea North Korea said it could stop
Biden launches cancer initiative
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Vice President Joe Biden launched a “moonshot” initiative Friday
Mahoning Valley Race Course: Today’s ENTRIES
Post Time: 12:15PM RACE 1 $9,000, 3 yo’s & up, 1M 70Y, CLM $5,000 1 Avgolemono (Musarro)1263/1
Flint’s water crisis is revealing
Opinion: By Brian Gilmore Tribune News Service There is something terribly disturbing about the
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS GOP debate seen by 11.1 million viewers NEW YORK Thursday’s GOP debate drew 11.1
Researchers confirm site of witch-trial hangings
Associated Press SALEM, Mass. A team of researchers using historical documents and 21st-century
MVAC to mark 100th year with special programs
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning Valley Association of Churches marks its centennial this year.
from mass to mission | Collected homilies
Who: The Rev. Joseph. A. Fata, pastor of St. Luke Church, 5235 South Ave., Boardman. What: Book on
Buckle up, investors
Associated Press NEW YORK Yes, this is scary. Stock prices plunged again Friday and are down 8
Book of homilies offers inspiring messages
A committee at St. Luke church compiled works of the Rev. Joseph Fata
Voices of Faith q & a
Voices of Faith q & a The Kansas City Star (TNS) Q. When does something become a “false
Wal-Mart to shut 269 stores, including 154 in US
Associated Press NEW YORK Wal-Mart is doing some rare pruning. The world’s largest retailer is
Never ignore dark sides of playing, winning lottery
Editorial: Call us party poopers, stick- in-the-muds or killjoys, but we’ll continue to count ourselves out of
Raise federal gasoline tax
Opinion: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: The North American International Auto Show is underway in Detroit, and the
WALL STREET OFF TO WORST 2-WEEK START IN HISTORY
Associated Press Never before has Wall Street gotten off to a worse start to a year. The stock
Round 2 starts on cannabis
Opinion: Random thoughts following lawmakers’ announced efforts to study the legalization of medical
Sanders can appeal to Latinos
Opinion: By Randy Jurado Ertll Tribune News Service It’s no secret that Bernie Sanders needs to persuade
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birthdays
birthdays Opera singer Marilyn Horne is 82. Singer Barbara Lynn is 74. Country singer Ronnie
Send information on Ash Wednesday
Send information on Ash Wednesday Lent, a season of spiritual renewal, begins Ash Wednesday, which
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Friday, January 15 (118 stories)
Cuyahoga judge moved Oakhill trial to Feb. 29
The judge overseeing the Oakhill Renaissance Place criminal-corruption trial said she hasn’t yet ruled on a proposed reduction in the number of counts facing the three defendants to give their attorneys time to respond.
Youngstown leaders say open firing range will undermine downtown revitalization efforts
Participants in a June Eagle Scout project and a December hike along the Mahoning River heard the staccato sound of gunfire. They couldn’t immediately identify the source, but they later learned it came from a nearby law-enforcement firing range.
Ohio agriculture officials keeping watch on avian flu case in Indiana
State agriculture officials are keeping a close eye on a confirmed case of avian flu in southern Indiana, weeks after Ohio lifted a state ban on poultry displays at fairs, auctions and other events.
Iron Soup homes project takes off for homeless vets
Melvin Blackburn moved into a fledging Veterans Village on Chambers Street in Campbell just days ago, but he already describes the program as being “like a close-knit family.”
Mahoning schools offer drug-abuse prevention program to try to stem problem
The need for drug-abuse prevention education is illustrated by the fact that only about 30 of 200 recent applicants to be Mahoning County school-bus drivers passed a pre-employment drug screening, Boardman's superintendent said.
5 Youngstown men indicted on 10 federal counts of distributing heroin, crack
A federal grand jury returned a 100-count indictment charging five Youngstown men with distributing heroin and crack cocaine, with a specification concerning a fatal overdose last year, the U.S. Attorney and FBI said.
Backers of drug-price proposal file new lawsuit against Ohio
Backers of drug-price proposal file new lawsuit against Ohio
Marathon bomber loses bid for new trial, told to pay $101M
Marathon bomber loses bid for new trial, told to pay $101M
MGM to charge for parking on Vegas Strip, bucking tradition
MGM to charge for parking on Vegas Strip, bucking tradition
4 jailed in fatal shooting of teen in southwest Ohio suburb
4 jailed in fatal shooting of teen in southwest Ohio suburb
Spacewalk aborted after water leaks into astronaut's helmet
Spacewalk aborted after water leaks into astronaut's helmet
Defendants in cocaine conspiracy case in federal court
Defendants in cocaine conspiracy case in federal court
Fed grand jury indicts Youngstown men on drug charges that resulted in death
Fed grand jury indicts Youngstown men on drug charges that resulted in death
URGENT | No ruling in criminal-count reduction in Oakhill case
No ruling in criminal-count reduction in Oakhill case
The next '5 Minutes with the Mayor' session is Jan. 26
The next 5 Minutes with the Mayor session is Jan. 26
Air Force museum in Ohio to open major expansion in June
Air Force museum in Ohio to open major expansion in June
Episcopal leader: Church will not reverse gay marriage stand
Episcopal leader: Church will not reverse gay marriage stand
Ohio State, Nike agree on $252M sponsorship extension
Ohio State, Nike agree on $252M sponsorship extension
More US flights arriving on time, but complaints are up, too
More US flights arriving on time, but complaints are up, too
More than 12,000 deer checked in Ohio’s muzzleloader season
More than 12,000 deer checked in Ohio’s muzzleloader season
Tenn. couple claims they have Powerball jackpot ticket
Tenn. couple claims they have Powerball jackpot ticket
Lupus Foundation has session Jan. 23 in Austintown
Lupus Foundation has session Jan. 23 in Austintown
Ohio group pushes ahead to get pot question on 2016 ballots
Ohio group pushes ahead to get pot question on 2016 ballots
Marine helicopters collide off Oahu, search underway
Marine helicopters collide off Oahu, search underway
Toddler nearly severs finger after falling on Pa. mall escalator
Toddler nearly severs finger after falling on Pa. mall escalator
Power disrupted today on East Side after accident
Youngstown police look for motorist involved in East Side accident
Food giveaway Saturday at Nevels Temple in Youngstown
Food giveaway Saturday at Nevels Temple in Youngstown
US EPA chief touts clean energy amid pushback from states
US EPA chief touts clean energy amid pushback from states
Cosby's wife is fighting deposition in defamation lawsuit
Cosby's wife is fighting deposition in defamation lawsuit
Rene Angelil, Celine Dion's husband, dies near Las Vegas
Rene Angelil, Celine Dion's husband, dies near Las Vegas
Cops arrest four young men in car full of guns, drugs and money
Cops arrest four young men in car full of guns, drugs and money
Report says punch in face loosens Hubbard student's teeth
Report says punch in face loosens Hubbard student's teeth
Man says he was robbed at gunpoint on the North Side
Man says he was robbed at gunpoint on the North Side
Global stock markets slide, oil falls below $30 a barrel
Global stock markets slide, oil falls below $30 a barrel
Former Mahoning deputy threatened former employers, officials say
An ex-Mahoning County deputy sheriff is behind bars after an investigation into threats against the sheriff and other former co-workers led to charges the man beat and raped a family member.
OAKHILL CRIMINAL CASE : Charges against 3 trimmed by 40%
The reduction in charges came after the case’s judge asked that the indictment be streamlined.
AJGA tournament coming to Mill Creek
The American Junior Golf Association announced that a national tournament will be held at the Mill Creek Golf Course in Boardman in June.
Former inmates tell their stories at Oak Hill Collaborative in effort to help others
The HOPE channel airs throughout the state’s prison system and offers, among other things, information regarding resources, programs and efforts to reintegrate those who are incarcerated back into society
SPORTS DIGEST || Local runners head to Olympic trials
Two runners who work at Second Sole in Youngstown have qualified for Olympic Trials in Los Angeles.
LeBron to produce, appear in new reality TV series
LeBron James will co-produce and appear in a reality TV series called “Cleveland Hustles.”
Man arrested on 8th DUI remains hospitalized
Daniel Ohle was arrested on a DUI charge after a wrong-way expressway crash.
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INTER TRI-COUNTY LEAGUE GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY FIRST TEAM McDonald: Malina Mitchell, Heidi
Dad indicted in death of infant son
John Albino-Serrano is charged with murdering his 2-month-old son.
‘Ride Along 2’ follows original’s silly formula
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer With the same brand of silliness and a bit more
‘Revenant’ leads Oscar pack
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer The brutal 1820s frontier revenge thriller “The Revenant” landed a
Trumbull Dems endorse Monroe, Latell, O’Brien, Holmes
The endorsement vote for sheriff has Monroe with 79 to Altiere’s 67
State leaders mark 7th Human Trafficking Awareness Day Thursday
The event draws attention to the issue and efforts Ohio has taken to combat it
Funds for Trumbull environmental officers cut off because of dissatisfaction
Police working the environmental beat in Trumbull and Geauga counties have had their funding cut off
Youngstown cops find guns, suspected crack at Idora Avenue home
Two Youngstown men face criminal charges after police said they found four guns, including two assault rifles, and suspected crack cocaine in their house during a raid by the department’s vice squad.
Youngstown schools get higher marks on new report cards
The Ohio Department of Education has released the 2014-15 Ohio school report card. Click here to read the story and view the comprehensive results for Valley school districts.
Students give warmth to those in need
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The students at Poland Dobbins Elementary School
Loghurst Farmhouse Museum hosts holiday show
Loghurst Farmhouse Museum had its first Holiday Art Show with the theme “Old Traditions, New Dimensions” at Loghurst Farm Dec. 5-6.
Sprout Club pops with excitement
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Sprout Club at Fellows Riverside Garden had
Boardman sings their way into Christmas
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Boardman High School put on their annual
Columbiana County couple claim $1M Power Ball prize
21 WFMJ-TV, the Vindicator’s broadcast partner, reported Thursday that a Columbiana County couple,
Zambrini leaves lasting legacy in Canfield
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Former Canfield Local Schools Superintendent Dante Zambrini
Polar Express takes a stop at Poland Union
The kindergarten students at Poland Union Elementary School had their own Polar Express day on Dec. 18.
Registration for Poland Kindergarten to be March 5 and 12
Registration for children entering Poland Local Schools Kindergarten this fall will take place on
Crazy Lenny’s New Years Eve 5K Race
Runners in the 35th Crazy Lenny’s New Years Eve 5K Race found it cloudy with the temperature sitting
Canfield Swim and Dive defeats Massillon
On Dec. 30, the Canfield Swim and Dive team defeated Massillon Washington. The women beat Massillon
Poland Sports Briefs
Girls junior varsity defeats Niles The Poland girls junior varsity basketball team was victorious
Canfield Community Briefs
Start the new year with quilts That Quilt Guild I Belong To is starting the new year with a
Monday, Jan. 18
Monday, Jan. 18 Girls Varsity Bowling Warren G. MLK Tounament, 10 a.m. Boys Varsity Bowling
Hilltoppers shop for the holidays
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School students shopped till they dropped
Poland Historical Society adds to local history book
As part of Poland’s Sesquicentennial in 2016, the Poland Historical Society will publish a
Canfield Sports Briefs
Canfield students named All Ohio Football honorees Several Canfield Cardinals receive top honors
Boardman Community Briefs
13th annual Father-Daughter Dance Boardman Park will be hosting its 13th annual Father-Daughter
Miss Shutrump, Mr. Wadman to exchange vows
Alexis Katrina Shutrump and Scott J. Wadman, both of Boardman, are engaged and will exchange vows
Laura Bell v Nicholas Eonta
Christman Hall in Stambaugh Auditorium was the setting for the 5 p.m. Aug. 15 wedding ceremony of
Superintendent lends support to LaBrae student
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com After being diagnosed with stage four thyroid cancer and
Spartans ‘Armor Up for Abbey’
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Abbey Lipinsky Cancer Benefit took place
Making meals in a mug
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Austintown library hosted a Make it in a Mug
Kunz-Ardennuptials set for Sept. 24, 2016
Keith and Traci Kunz of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Melissa Kunz, and
Santa brings joy to Austintown Intermediate School
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown Intermediate School had a special
Buy cookies and help doggies
Austintown Family Video hosted a Cookie Walk on Dec. 12 with the Legacy Dog Rescue to help the dogs of Mahoning and Trumbull County.
Poland Community Briefs
Holy Family Seniors Club to meet Holy Family Seniors Club will host its first meeting of the new
Rev., Mrs. Libb celebrate golden event
Rachel’s Restaurant in Austintown was the setting for the Aug. 29 celebration of the 50th wedding
Fitch Falcons receive grant for outdoor bluebird project
Austintown Fitch announced it received a $1,500 grant from the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio.
Caitlin Blaney v Alexander Botting
Monsignor Paul Dudziak solemnized the 3:30 p.m. Oct. 10 wedding ceremony of Caitlin Blaney and
Prep roundup | Thursday’s results
Columbiana 48, Leetonia 38 COLUMBIANA Brynn Pennell led the Clippers with 14 points while
Bring it: Undaunted Jackson is ready for challenges with Browns
Unlike the construction going at their headquarters, the Browns don’t have a completion date.
Tom Reed: Gordon could be a Hue-ge catch for Browns
Former Bengals offensive coordinator Hue Jackson likes to throw deep and likes big receivers.
Steelers trio starting to make grade at ‘Linebacker U’
Shazier, Dupree and Jones were right in the middle of Pittsburgh’s frenetic 18-16 win over Cincinnati last Saturday.
POLICE BLOTTER
POLICE BLOTTER A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
McAdoo goes from OC to coach as N.Y. Giants replace Coughlin
The Giants have missed the playoffs the past four seasons.
CLUB CALENDAR
ATHLETIC GROUPS McDonald Sideliners will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the high school. CLASSES
MLK DAY | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed for Martin Luther
Volleys between Trump, Cruz dominate GOP debate
Associated Press NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. Donald Trump doubled down Thursday on his questions
BUSINESS DIGEST || Incubator to offer training program
Incubator to offer training program YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Business Incubator, 241 W. Federal
METRO DIGEST || Health Insurance Marketplace deadlines
Insurance deadlines Consumers who have not yet signed up for health insurance through the
Obama speech elicits more division
Opinion: The reactions to President Barack Obama’s last State of the Union address from Democrats and
Luck of the draw
Associated Press MUNFORD, Tenn. Mystery winners in Tennessee, Florida and California will split
Islamic State claims attacks in Indonesia
Associated Press JAKARTA, Indonesia The scene had echoes of the Paris attacks: a bustling
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Tina Weimer and Michael Capito, Youngstown, girl, Jan.
US sailors made navigational error, defense secretary says
Associated Press TAMPA, Fla. Defense Secretary Ash Carter said Thursday it appears a
Man gets 59 months in prison in theft case
A man got prison time, but the woman who stole with him got probation.
Surplus food
Surplus food Zion Lutheran Church, 3300 Canfield Road, Youngstown, various commodities, 9:30 to
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Lordstown Village Safety Committee, 9 a.m., council chambers, administration
10 more prisoners leave Guantanamo
Associated Press MIAMI Ten prisoners from Yemen who were held at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, have
Planned Parenthood files suit over videos
Associated Press Planned Parenthood filed a federal court lawsuit Thursday alleging extensive
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Friday, Jan. 15, the 15th day of 2016. There are 351 days left in the year.
Man shot by Warren police officer agrees to 6-year prison sentence
A city man who suffered at least one gunshot wound from a Warren police officer’s gun has pleaded guilty to felonious assault
Volleys between Trump, Cruz dominate GOP debate
Republican presidential candidates Donald Trump and Ted Cruz clashed Thursday night over the Texas senator’s eligibility to serve as commander in chief and the businessman’s “New York values,” ending months of civility between fiery contenders seeking to tap into voter anger and frustration.
Threats to our survival
Opinion: By John M. CRISP Tribune News Service Pardon my beginning the New Year with an ominous
US stocks rebound a day after plunge
Associated Press Energy stocks led a broad rally in U.S. stocks Thursday, giving the market its
Plans for injection wells warrant speedy approval
Editorial: One month ago today in this space, we argued that a spill of at least 2,000 mucky gallons of light
49ers hire Kelly as coach
Chip Kelly is the offensive-minded, experienced head coach the San Francisco 49ers have long sought, and now he needs to win — right away.
ON THE LINKS | Thursday’s pro golf results
SONY OPEN HONOLULU Vijay Singh opened with a 7-under 63 for a five-way share of the lead and a
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Phantoms hockey, 7:05 p.m.: The Youngstown skaters take on the Des
Thursday, January 14 (109 stories)
Oakhill indictments reduced by 30 to 53 for 3 defendants
Prosecutors in the Oakhill Renaissance Place criminal-corruption case are significantly reducing the number of counts in the indictment, but they say it won’t impact their efforts to convict the three defendants.
Ex-Mahoning deputy jailed, accused of threatening the sheriff, ex-colleagues
An ex-Mahoning County deputy sheriff is behind bars after an investigation into threats against the sheriff and other former co-workers led to charges the man beat and raped a family member.
Latest state report card yields few surprises, except for Youngstown
The first of the 2014-15 Ohio Department of Education report card results produced few surprises for Mahoning Valley school districts. Those districts that traditionally scored high continued that trend. Those that usually struggled were unchanged.
ACTION opens dialogue on 'Sacred Conversation of Racism'
ACTION’s “Sacred Conversation on Racism” began at a clergy breakfast at Martin Luther Lutheran Church, 420 Clearmount Drive, where the Rev. Dave Kamphuis was host pastor. The beginning dialogue laid the groundwork for future sessions on the complicated, multifaceted issue.
Environmental police lose funding in Trumbull/Geauga counties over their performance
Police working the environmental beat in Trumbull and Geauga counties have had their funding cut off as a result of dissatisfaction with their performance.Police working the environmental beat in Trumbull and Geauga counties have had their funding cut off as a result of dissatisfaction with their performance.
2 men arrested after assault rifles, drugs found at Idora Avenue house
Two Youngstown men face criminal charges after police said they found four guns, including two assault rifles, and suspected crack cocaine in their house during a raid by the department’s vice squad.
Youngstown man remains hospitalized after 8th DUI arrest
A South Schenley Avenue man arrested Tuesday on his eighth DUI charge remains hospitalized tonight with a police hold on him after a magistrate had issued a bench warrant for his arrest for failure to appear in court Wednesday morning.
Ex-inmates share stories of hope after release in Youngstown
Not long ago, Charitey Riggs served in the Army Reserve and was in college, but a few poor decisions temporarily derailed her plans – and easily could have ended her life.
Deadlines to sign up for health insurance approaching
Deadlines to sign up for health insurance approaching
Celine Dion's husband dead at 73
Rene Angelil, Celine Dion’s husband and manager, has died at his suburban Las Vegas home, authorities said Thursday. He was 73 and had battled throat cancer.
UPDATE | Driver with 8 DUI charges remains hospitalized
Driver with 8 DUI charges remains hospitalized
URGENT | Man indicted on murder charge, more for death of son
Man indicted on murder charge, more for death of son
Former Mahoning County deputy booked into jail, charged with rape
Former Mahoning County deputy booked into jail, charged with rape
Judge allows release of Chicago police shooting video
Judge allows release of Chicago police shooting video
Egypt to spend $32M upgrading tourist resort security
Egypt to spend $32M upgrading tourist resort security
Official: Murder-suicide a possibility in Ohio house fatal blast
Official: Murder-suicide a possibility in house fatal blast
Human Trafficking Awareness Day was today in Columbus
Human Trafficking Awareness Day is today in Columbus
Struthers man gets prison term for theft, breaking and entering, burglary
Struthers man gets prison term for theft, breaking and entering, burglary
Campus center named for LeBron James charity may be delayed
Campus center named for LeBron James charity may be delayed
Best Buy reports weak holiday shopping results, outlook
Best Buy reports weak holiday shopping results, outlook
Lower pay for poor is widening US income gap, study finds
Lower pay for poor is widening US income gap, study finds
Ben Carson loses another top adviser before Iowa
Ben Carson loses another top another top adviser before Iowa
Struthers man's aggravated menancing pretrial rset
Struthers man's aggravated menacing pretrial reset
Ohio man who recorded fatal accident scene sentenced to jail
Ohio man who recorded fatal accident scene sentenced to jail
Ohio sees fewest unemployment benefits claims in decades
Ohio sees fewest unemployment benefits claims in decades
Philadelphia man: Creator of hit show 'Empire' took my idea
Philadelphia man: Creator of hit show 'Empire' took my idea
Nick Carter of Backstreet Boys arrested in Key West
Nick Carter of Backstreet Boys arrested in Key West
Brazen attacks in Jakarta leave 5 gunmen, 2 others dead
Brazen attacks in Jakarta leave 5 gunmen, 2 others dead
Alan Rickman, star of stage and ’Harry Potter’ dies at 69
Alan Rickman, star of stage and ’Harry Potter’ dies at 69
Youngstown police find assault weapons and drugs in Idora home
Youngstown police find assault weapons and drugs in Idora home
$1.6 billion Powerball jackpot goes to 3 winners in 3 states
$1.6 billion Powerball jackpot goes to 3 winners in 3 states
Puskas: Haslam, Browns got their man
Hue Jackson’s hiring has been well-received across the NFL and — it seems — by most Browns fans.
Youngstown’s 2015 tax collections were worst since ’09
2016 will be even worse, city finance officials say
YSU sophomore Morse making most of his one D-I offer
Cameron Morse produced one of the biggest single games in college basketball this season.
YPD: Man who rams car while driving wrong way has 7 prior OVIs
Police reports say the driver had a 0.375 blood-alcohol level.
Fitch holds off Boardman to give Cepin her 100th win
Stacie Cepin, a Campbell graduate, has coached the Falcons since 2009.
Distress commission chairman wants to give back to Youngstown schools
Brian Benyo, ADC chairman, wants to give something of himself to improve the Youngstown schools