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Campaign foes Romney, Trump emerge smiling; next up: Christie, Giuliani, Kobach
President-elect Donald Trump and Mitt Romney met Saturday at the billionaire's golf club in New Jersey, putting a year of conflict aside for a smiling handshake - though they did not indicate what, if any, role the 2012 GOP hopeful might play in the new administration.
Message to Pence from 'Hamilton' cast prompts Twitter war
resident-elect Donald Trump demanded an apology from the cast of the Broadway musical "Hamilton" a day after an actor in the hit show delivered a pointed message about diversity to his running mate who was in attendance.
Grassroots campaigns urging electors to vote for anyone but Trump
Grassroots campaigns have sprung up around the country to try to persuade members of the Electoral College to do something that has never been done in American history - deny the presidency to the clear Election Day winner.
Mahoning Valley Price Center facility rededicated at Thanksgiving dinner event
It’s family, said members of the LGBTQ community who made themselves comfortable Saturday at their Stonewall Community Center for the annual Mahoning Valley Pride Center Thanksgiving dinner.
Memories of Christmas Past opens 9th year at Arms Museum
As one enters the Arms Family mansion, it is the scent of Christmas that is first to register.
Services for Flora Cafaro Monday at St. Columba's
Services for Flora M. Cafaro will be at noon Monday in St. Columba Cathedral on Wood Street.
Rebecca Hamel | Anthony LaPresta
ROCKPORT, MAINE Rebecca A. Hamel married Anthony J. LaPresta on Sept. 10 on the coast of Rockport,
Allison Begezda | Brett Smith
POLAND Allison Begezda and Brett Smith, both of Austin, Texas, were married in a 1:30 p.m.
Meredith Baird | Justin Loncar
COITSVILLE Meredith Marie Baird became the bride of Justin Loncar on July 16. The parents of the
Megan Garris | Joshua Pielage
CINCINNATI Megan Garris of Cincinnati and Joshua Pielage of Milford, Ohio, were married Sept. 3.
Hillary Koontz | John Libnoch
COLUMBUS, OHIO Hillary Anne Koontz and John Randolph Libnoch were married Aug. 12 at Whetstone
Historical society sets Christmas party
Historical society sets Christmas party NEW CASTLE, PA. Lawrence County Historical Society, 408
How to adopt: Call West Side Cats at 330-792-4228. Visit them at the shelter at 2217 Mahoning Ave.,
How to adopt: Call West Side Cats at 330-792-4228. Visit them at the shelter at 2217 Mahoning Ave.,
Funeral arrangements pending for Flora Cafaro; family 'devastated' by loss
If you wanted to find Flora Cafaro, you could count on seeing her at one of her favorite restaurants – Station Square in Liberty.
Explorers discover way to beat Raiders
Warren Harding has made offensive magic all season, but its bag of tricks came up empty Friday night.
Late rent was factor in cafe lease cancellation, MetroParks claims
Records show former Garden Cafe operator was behind on rent payments
Ohio mayors, including Youngstown's, form group to help urban centers
Friday’s news conference included mostly Democrats, including Cuyahoga Falls Mayor Don Walters and Youngstown Mayor John McNally.
College Basketball | Morse scores 18 in Penguins’ loss to Jacksonville
Staff report MOBILE, ALA. The Youngstown State men’s basketball team dropped a 79-54 decision
Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit highlights core belief in Roman Catholic Church
The display features 140 documented miracles approved by the Vatican
JFK defense will take on prolific Norwalk St. Paul running attack
They are known as the Flyers, but don’t let the name fool you.
Probate court audit finds only 5 questionable Belinky cases
The audit covered Mark Belinky’s time as Mahoning County probate court judge from 2007 until his 2014 resignation.
Irving, James power Cavs to victory
Kyrie Irving had a big game. LeBron James returned to the court. And the Cleveland Cavaliers put it all together Friday night.
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 65 in the second
SPORTS digest
Phantoms’ comeback halted in overtime KEARNEY, NEB. The Youngstown Phantoms came back from a
Students hand-make blankets to warm the hearts of foster kids
Students craft fuzzy fleece blankets for Making Kids Count at The Montessori School of the Mahoning Valley
The South Range stadium may see light next fall
Phase Two of South Range’s football stadium project is underway
METRO DIGEST || Food bag giveaway
Food bag giveaway YOUNGSTOWN Nevels Temple Church of God in Christ, 939 Elm St., will have a
Ryan: Defeat of Pelosi could benefit Valley
U.S. Rep Tim Ryan of Howland, D-13th, wants to refocus the Democratic party by zeroing in on economic policies and job creation aimed at attracting back the working-class voters who abandoned the party for President-elect Donald Trump.
Today’s energy system could blow Paris climate goals
Associated Press Amid whiffs of chemicals and the electric hum of transformers, Kraftwerk
Shifting US policy to right, Trump taps Sessions, Flynn
Associated Press NEW YORK President-elect Donald Trump signaled a sharp rightward shift in U.S.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7
Boxer says biopic made him cry
By MATT O’BRIEN Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. Boxer Vinny Paz cried when he saw “Bleed for
It’s time for Project FeederWatch
Cornell University’s Project FeederWatch, sponsored by the Lab of Ornithology, is one of the
Today is Saturday, Nov. 19, the 324th day of 2016
Today is Saturday, Nov. 19, the 324th day of 2016. There are 42 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
End of ‘Dynasty’ Robertson family says current season is last
A&E Networks By Christie D’zurilla Los Angeles Times (TNS) Enjoy “Duck Dynasty” while you
Volkswagen to shed 30,000 jobs, cutting costs
Associated Press FRANKFURT, Germany Volkswagen announced plans Friday to cut 30,000 jobs in a
RGIII to practice next week
Browns quarterback Robert Griffin III will practice next week and it remains possible he’ll play again this season.
Submit information on Christmas
Submit information on Christmas The Vindicator will publish a listing of area services that are
Thanksgiving Day is Pilgrims’ tribute to God and gratefulness for His blessings
There is a story of a newly arrived soul who, upon entering Heaven, was met by St. Peter, who gave
Let states decide pot laws
Opinion: Toledo Blade: The people in at least seven states decided last week to reduce restrictions on the
Christ Church Presbyterian marking 65th anniversary
The neighborhood church continues ministries and is a meeting place for outside groups.
Recaps of Friday’s College Basketball games
REGIONAL MEN Kent State 111, Hiram 55 KENT Jimmy Hall scored 22 points and grabbed nine
Thanksgiving services | At Valley churches
Mahoning Valley churches are conducting special services in honor of Thanksgiving. Christian Bible
Christ Church Presbyterian | Through the years
Christ Church Presbyterian, 1933 Canfield Road, Youngstown, is celebrating its 65th anniversary with
Obama blocks drilling for new oil, gas
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration is blocking new oil and gas drilling in
Official: Trump favors privatizing air-traffic control
Associated Press WASHINGTON A House committee chairman says President-elect Donald Trump likes
State unemployment increased slightly in October
Ohio’s seasonally-adjusted unemployment rate was 4.9 percent in October 2016, up from 4.8 percent in September.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Amber Kennemer, Petersburg, boy, Nov. 17. Andrew Adkins
Is the Electoral College archaic? It depends on whose ox is gored
Opinion: By Joel Mathis and Ben Boychuk Tribune News Service For the second time in 16 years, it appears
Jim Gaffigan talks career, ending his show
By David J. CRIBLEZ Newsday (TNS) Comedian Jim Gaffigan is not your typical comic. He has no ego
ON THE LINKS More pro golf from Friday
RSM CLASSIC ST. SIMONS ISLAND, GA. Five tournaments into his rookie season on the PGA Tour,
Man shot in shootout with police
Associated Press CLEVELAND Police in Cleveland say officers exchanged gunfire with four men
Workers rush to evacuate infants in bombing
Associated Press BEIRUT Doctors and nurses at a pediatric hospital in eastern Aleppo scrambled
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Santisi’s IGA to close GIRARD After 75 years in business, Santisi’s IGA Marketplace, 419 N.
Help campaigns to lessen holiday hardship in Valley
Editorial: With unemployment rising in the Mahoning Valley and 1,245 layoffs looming at the region’s largest
If at first class you don’t succeed
Soon, the holiday travel season will start. What a depressing thought. I remember reading a story a
KANYE WEST BOOED BY ANGRY CROWD
KANYE WEST BOOED BY ANGRY CROWD By Jim Harrington The Mercury News (TNS) SAN JOSE, Calif.
New law lets Pennsylvanians hide some old criminal records
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Pennsylvania residents with minor criminal convictions that
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Police: Teen broadcasts himself firing gun into house
Associated Press AKRON Police have arrested an Ohio teen who they say broadcast himself shooting
Benefit run
Benefit run CANFIELD Nick Deal, a South Range High School senior, is hosting a 5K run in support
Steelers look to cure their defensive woes
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison feels the team’s current defensive woes can be cured.
Classes suspended
Classes suspended North Jackson Youngstown Rifle & Pistol Club, 8900 Shaffer Road, is suspending
Woman whose twin died in cliff fall lost ‘soul mate’
Woman whose twin died in cliff fall lost ‘soul mate’ ALBANY, N.Y. A woman accused of killing
What does fishing mean to you?
The recent election season revealed a lot about people, perceptions and proclivities. But we
Sunday News Shows
Sunday News Shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Reince Priebus,
Penguins vs. Bears How they match up
YSU MSU Points per game21.523.7 Opp. points16.232.8 Rushing avg.229.4134.8 Passing
Trump to pay $25M to resolve lawsuits
Associated Press SAN DIEGO President-elect Donald Trump has agreed to a $25 million settlement
High lead levels found in schools
Associated Press CLEVELAND Cleveland’s school district will replace hundreds of drinking
Boy’s family thanks Cincinnati Zoo
Associated Press CINCINNATI The family of the 3-year-old boy who slipped into a gorilla exhibit
EPA orders Flint to outline fixes before water switch
Associated Press DETROIT Flint must take several steps before switching its drinking water
Trump claims to save Ford plant, but it wasn’t shuttering doors
Associated Press DETROIT President-elect Donald Trump claimed Thursday that he convinced the
Senate hearing for Sessions likely to revisit racial issue
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Senate confirmation hearing of Sen. Jeff Sessions, President-
Friday’s NCAA Football Games
Friday’s NCAA Football Games No. 22 Boise State 42, UNLV 25 BOISE, IDAHO Jeremy McNichols ran
ON CAMPUS | Catching up with area FBS players
BIG TEN Indiana RB Devine Redding, Jr., Mineral Ridge/Cleveland Glenville — Rushed for 108 yards
Letang’s goal in overtime lifts Penguins over Islanders
Sidney Crosby created time and space in overtime, and that was all the defending Stanley Cup champions needed to cap a bounce-back victory.
This election wasn’t about Trump
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords When a political puck named Dick Tuck lost a California senate
Budget bill seeks dramatic changes
Opinion: COLUMBUS If you’ve spent any time listening to Gov. John Kasich over the past six years (or