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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
More than 100 vendors at Mahoning Valley Home Show in Niles
Most Mahoning Valley residents likely are thrilled that Mother Nature has provided them with an earlier-than-usual taste of spring, but this time of year also can mean heavy, prolonged rains.
Boardman board weighs school name changes
Students who won’t switch buildings in the fall due to the realignment of middle schools in the Boardman School District might still end up attending a different school, but in name only.
UPDATE | Clinton pledges to defend the middle class
Democratic presidential front runner Hillary Clinton is on stage along with U.S. Sen Sherrod Brown and U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan.
Clinton, Brown to call for tougher trade standards tonight
Clinton, Brown to call for tougher trade standards tonight
Vindy Spelling Bee winner crowned
Ryan Staton of Jackson-Milton Middle School is the winner of The VIndicator 83rd Regional Spelling Bee.
Miss Ramunno, Mr. Stanger plan September rite
BOARDMAN Cynthia Italiano of Boardman is announcing the engagement of her daughter, Harmony Noel
More than $13M in work on major Youngstown thoroughfares to start later this year
Because of grants and partnerships, the city will pay about $5.5 million toward the projects.
YSU exits Horizon tourney
Staff report GREEN BAY, WIS. Wright State led by 11 after five minutes and never looked back in
Mahoning Valley counties exceed oil, gas production
Oil production in 2015 came in at 233,262 barrels of oil compared with 172,388 barrels produced last year in Columbiana County
Poland community gives money, love, prayers to family in need
By BRUCE WALTON bwalton@vindy.com POLAND When youth-wrestling coach Greg Schafer, 43,
Inside the ropes WITH JASON KOKRAK
Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-over par 73 in the second round of the Valspar Championship and missed the cut at Innisbrook Resort’s Copperhead Course.
Bloomington shuts out slumping Phantoms
The chase for a playoff spot has become even more difficult for the Youngstown Phantoms Friday night.
Youngstown aeronautics campus to be expanded, renovated
A $1.3 million renovation and expansion project will begin next month at the Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics in Vienna.
Manziel’s tumultuous two years in Cleveland end with his release
Johnny Manziel’s tightest spiral with the Browns was a downward one.
Lake Street Dive gets a Kevin Bacon boost ON THE RISE
By DAVID BAUDER AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK Members of the band Lake Street Dive have
Valley cultural heritage leader to give presentation
Staff report LIBERTY George Beelen, founder of the Ohio Cultural Alliance and professor emeritus
Winner Aviation announces Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport becomes gateway
Winner Aviation applied for status as Reagan Gateway Airport last year.
Canfield Fair books Newsboys, Willis Clan
Staff report CANFIELD The Canfield Fair has announced two of its grandstand acts. Christian
Prosecutor recommends 10-years for North Lima man who admits having child porn
Mark Lucicosky pleaded guilty to 15 counts of pandering obscenity involving a minor.
Chicago Trump rally canceled amid protests
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump canceled one of his signature rallies Friday, calling off the event in Chicago due to safety concerns after protesters packed the arena where it was to take place.
Will Sanders take Ohio delegates from Clinton?
Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., speaks during a campaign rally in Raleigh, N.C., Friday.
A hazy political picture
Opinion: COLUMBUS There are still plenty of questions about who will ultimately secure the Republican
Mental health board move approved
The mental health and recovery board will move from the Ohio One Building to the Children Services building.
mahoning valley race course
mahoning valley race course TODAY’S ENTRIES Post time: 12:15 p.m. RACE 1 $15,100, 3 yo’s &
Covelli receives Scout council award
Covelli receives Scout council award WARREN The Laurel Highlands Council, Scoutreach Division of
Bloomberg: Bid for president was a risk not worth taking
Opinion: Editor’s Note: This column was released on March 7. Americans today face a profound challenge to
Valley needs Rep. Ryan to continue in Congress
Editorial: It will come as no surprise to Mahoning Valley residents who have watched his political ascendency
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.53—.06 Aqua America, .71
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, 8 p.m.: The highlight of this
Harvick wants to stay with his current team
The 2014 Cup champion said he expects to be driving for Stewart-Haas Racing next year when the team switches from Chevrolet to Ford.
Great Lent in Orthodox Church begins Monday
In just a couple of weeks Easter is here. Right? Well, no – not if you are an Orthodox Christian.
UAW 1714 ratifies local contract
The production workers approved the local contract with 61 percent in favor to 39 percent against.
sunday news shows
sunday news shows Guest lineups Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”:
up for adoption
How to adopt: Call West Side Cats at 330-792-4228. Visit them at the shelter at 2217 Mahoning Ave.,
The ultimate environmental cue that triggers many behavioral changes in the natural world is
The ultimate environmental cue that triggers many behavioral changes in the natural world is
Men’s retreat
Men’s retreat CANTON “Day of Reflection” is the theme of a men’s retreat planned from 8 a.m. to
birthdays
birthdays Actress Barbara Feldon is 83. Singer Al Jarreau is 76. Actress-singer Liza Minnelli is
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
POLICE CALLS IN HUBBARD, GIRARD, CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard Girard, Canfield and Austintown:
Submit info for Holy Week, Easter
Submit info for Holy Week, Easter The Vindicator will run a free listing of area services that are
Nancy Reagan, her era and marriage recalled at funeral
Associated Press SIMI VALLEY, Calif. Nancy Reagan is once again with her beloved Ronnie. The
Lordstown plant to host open house
The open house is set to celebrate 50 years of building vehicles.
Nancy Maggiano, coordinator of the soup-sale at Christ Episcopal Church in Warren, adds carrots to
Nancy Maggiano, coordinator of the soup-sale at Christ Episcopal Church in Warren, adds carrots to
Egg Hunts & Activities
A listing of area Easter egg hunts and other activities that will be offered this weekend, as
Hunter safety course
Hunter safety course Lowellville The Lowellville Rod & Gun Club, 6225 Quarry Road, is having a
Wounded Warrior founder open to leading group again
Associated Press GAINESVILLE, Fla. Steve Nardizzi’s entrepreneurial approach to charity work
Give new sergeant exam, magistrate orders
About 60 of the 113 Youngstown Police Association members are eligible to take the promotional exam for detective sergeant, YPA says.
Walleye nets are sure sign of spring
Many signs point to the pending arrival of spring, but anglers really know the season has arrived
Howland woman arraigned on child endangering
Loretta Price pleaded not guilty to one count of child endangering related to deplorable conditions at her house.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Kesha fans ask Sony to drop Dr. Luke NEW YORK Fans of the pop star Kesha on Friday
Judge to rule on request to withdraw from Trump lawsuit
Associated Press SAN DIEGO Attorneys for Donald Trump and a Southern California yoga instructor
Centers get drug treatment grants
Health centers in Youngstown and Lisbon are each getting $325,000 for drug addiction treatment.
Council makes cuts, but still calls for citizen participation
Canfield City Council cut spending by $800,000 and finalized the 2016 budget.
Suspect in early-Friday shooting in Warren arrested and charged with felonious assault
Police have arrested Ryan D. Owens, 25, of First Street Southwest, in the early Friday shooting of Brian K. Henry II, 21, of Milton Street Southeast.
17-year-olds can vote, judge rules
Associated Press COLUMBUS Seventeen-year-olds who will turn 18 before the fall presidential
Napoli’s walk might bode well for Indians
A couple of days ago manager Terry Francona was talking about Mike Napoli.
Fleury earns 350th victory
The Pittsburgh Penguins absorbed one heavy check after another to help pave the way for Marc-Andre Fleury to join a select group of NHL netminders.
METRO DIGEST || Austintown hotel evacuated for gas leak
Hotel evacuated Friday for gas leak AUSTINTOWN Austintown Fire Department evacuated people from
mahoning county | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people on these charges Thursday: Herman Reeder, 62,
Warren man accused of threatening man with a knife over ‘bad drugs’
Carl A. Binion, 58, accused of entering a neighbor’s house and threatening him with a knife
YEARS AGO
years ago Today is Saturday, March 12, the 72nd day of 2016. There are 294 days left in the year.
BY THE NUMBERS
A look at natural gas and barrels of oil produced in the Mahoning Valley: COLUMBIANA COUNTY
Buckeyes bounced on Valentine’s Day
All Denzel Valentine wanted Friday night was a win at the Big Ten Tournament.
Oh, brothers: Harbaughs reunite in Ann Arbor
The Harbaughs and their father spoke at a coaching clinic earlier in the day at Michigan.
METRO DIGEST || Pitzulo home plans
Pitzulo home plans CANFIELD The city’s design review board will meet at 6 p.m. Monday to hear
IndyCar set to end long offseason Sunday in St. Pete
IndyCar opens its season Sunday at St. Pete and Graham Rahal believes he is among the title contenders.
pleasant grove presbyterian church | Through the years
Pleasant Grove Presbyterian Church, 3919 Southern Blvd., Youngstown, is closing. The final service
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