Vindy.com for October 18, 2016

Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Jump to: » Stories  » Photos 

« News / 2016 / October / 18


Stories published October 18, 2016

Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Boardman trustees wrestle with problem railroad crossing

When township Trustee Tom Costello thinks about the patchy, barren railroad crossing on Maple Avenue, he is frustrated by the problems he and other township officials are unable to fix on their own.


Prosecutor Gains won't appeal exclusion of blood, urine in fatal boat crash case

The prosecution will not appeal a judge’s decision to exclude blood and urine samples from evidence in the trial of a surgeon charged in a fatal Berlin Reservoir boat crash last year.


Austintown schools could save by reducing open enrollment

School Superintendent Vince Colaluca said although he appreciates Ohio Auditor of State Dave Yost’s recently released performance audit of the schools, it is merely a recommendation.


Toddler rescued from near-hit on Midlothian

Housing and social-service agencies are investigating after police were called when a 3-year-old boy was found wandering in traffic on Midlothian Boulevard.


Valley manufacturing pros share career possibilites with Mahoning County students

Mahoning County Career and Technical Center’s Cutting Edge Manufacturing Event on Tuesday appealed to Campbell Elementary/Middle School seventh-grader Michael Yasechko, 12.


Poland Village, Township seeking 2 renewals in November

The village and township each have one levy up for renewal on the Nov. 8 ballot.


Poland schools projected to overspend in next several years

The school district is projected to spend more money than it collects over the next several years.


Blue Jays beat Indians to extend ALCS

Blue Jays stave off ALCS elimination, beat Indians 5-1.


Car runs into gravestones at Girard Cemetery

Car runs into gravestones at Girard Cemetery


Campbell police use stun gun on man who resisted arrest

Campbell police use stun gun on man who resisted arrest


In Mosul, residents report new terrors as Iraqi forces near

In Mosul, residents report new terrors as Iraqi forces near


Obama praises Italian leader for 'bold' leadership

Obama praises Italian leader for 'bold' leadership


$4 a month? Social Security recipients to get tiny increase

$4 a month? Social Security recipients to get tiny increase


NTSB blames pilot error for Ohio jet crash that killed 9

NTSB blames pilot error for Ohio jet crash that killed 9


Boardman Park event sets attendance record

Boardman Park event sets attendance record


After toddler found wandering, police find home filled with debris

After toddler found wandering, police find home filled with debris


Advocates in battleground Ohio seek to ease voter fears

Advocates in battleground Ohio seek to ease voter fears


'Price is Right' contestants make history with 3-way tie

'Price is Right' contestants make history with 3-way tie


PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Clinton emails: Trump's focus in last debate?

Clinton emails: Trump's focus in last debate?


Lockup List Tuesday – Mahoning County jail bookings, releases

Mahoning County Sheriff's Activity.


Police find 2 badly decomposed bodies, gun in Ohio business

Police find 2 badly decomposed bodies, gun in Ohio business


US citizen born in refugee camp sues to marry

US citizen born in refugee camp sues to marry


Overdose victim faces drug charges

Overdose victim faces drug charges


Supervalue sells its Save-A-lot business

Supervalue sells its Save-A-lot business


700 students attend MCCTC manufacturing event

700 students attend MCCTC manufacturing event


Macy’s to donate coats

Macy’s to donate coats


Covelli extends naming rights for downtown center

Covelli extends naming rights for downtown center


Audit recommends adjustments to open enrollment at Austintown schools

Audit recommends adjustments to open enrollment at Austintown schools


Pearl Jam, Tupac lead Rock Hall nominees

Pearl Jam, Tupac lead Rock Hall nominees


Michael Wilkins takes a plea in murder of Maurise Kerns

Michael Wilkins takes a plea in murder of Maurise Kerns


REUNIONS

Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1956 will meet for brunch at 11 a.m. Thursday at Bedford


Costume party set

Costume party set CANFIELD Filipino-American Organization of Northeastern Ohio (FAONEO) is


BROOMS ON DECK

After Bauer’s bloody outing, bullpen secures commanding lead


Browns head coach is confident first win is close

Jackson lost sleep after Sunday’s 2-point loss to Titans


Pens fall in OT to Avalanche

Colorado is unbeaten; Pittsburgh posts first loss


Ben heals from surgery; Landry on deck

Backup QB gets ready to face Patriots


Oakland kids theater offers ‘Aladdin’

Staff report BOARDMAN The Oakland Center for the Arts’ Kids First Theater Initiative will


Despite circumstances, YSU finding ways to win

Penguins are atop MVFC standings


Youngstown garbage program costs significantly more than originally budgeted

The city administration wants to buy an extra truck and 2,386 additional garbage bins


Three incumbents in the state Legislature representing Mahoning and Columbiana counties are facing challengers in this election

Two are seeking their second term while a third was appointed in 2015 and is running for his first term for this seat


Pence says election will determine direction of the Supreme Court of the United States

Pence says election will determine direction of the Supreme Court of the United States


Several agencies investigating shooting death of Warren Township homeowner

Investigating to determine whether the shooting death of Mark Cleveland might be connected to one other instance of gunfire


Courthouse restoration delayed

The project has been delayed by the need to remove and replace unforeseen asbestos roofing discovered this fall in the statue pedestal.


Rare county newsletter precedes election

Printing and mailing the pre-election newsletter cost $30,896.


Incumbent congressmen raised campaign cash for consulting fees, hotel stays and airline flights

Rep. Bill Johnson’s Democratic opponent says he’s ‘not good with asking people for money’


Live music performances on television shows this week include:

Live music performances on television shows this week include: v X Ambassadors, Tom Morello and


Cardinals shut down Jets

Associated Press glendale, ariz. David Johnson rushed for 111 yards and three touchdowns, and


Man awaiting sentencing for five robberies arrested over weekend

In county jail on 100k bond


Boardman’s Pikunas not afraid to embrace change

Spartan will compete for state title this weekend


BUSINESS DIGEST ||

Ribbon-cutting event YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a ribbon-


Dress to Succeed celebrates partnership with Ohio State Penitentiary

Dress to Succeed celebrates grand opening


Cinnamon and lemon in hot drinks are safe

Q. I’ve been reading about cinnamon on your website. I’m 33 years old and healthy, so I take no


Fresher Arrieta ready for Dodgers

Cubs ace has had success at Dodger Stadium


Jackson International to move to Mineral Ridge

Jackson International is a manufacturer of uncoupling levers and other devices for the railcar and the railroad industry.


Man gets mandatory minimum in drug case

Had 56 grams of cocaine when arrested for domestic violence


Police probe incident

Police probe incident BOARDMAN Township police are investigating a breaking-and-entering


TV & RADIO

TV & RADIO TOday 11 a.m. (TNN) Tennis: WTA Luxembourg and ATP Stockholm. Noon (Root) NFL:


Y’town police contract reflects fiscal realities

Editorial: The binding three-year contract between the city of Youngstown and police patrol officers


Man arraigned for attack in St. E’s emergency room

Sprayed fire extinguisher in face of hospital police officer


Buckeyes preparing for raucous environment

Meyer admits he’s no fan of white-outs


Syrian volunteers should have received the Nobel Peace Prize

Opinion: The Nobel committee just joined the rest of the world in betraying the Syrian people – by failing to


Agenda Wednesday

Agenda Wednesday McDonald Village Council, 6 p.m., caucus, meeting to follow, municipal building,


prep roundup Monday’s games

VOLLEYBALL DIVISION I Boardman 26-26-25, Massillon 24-24-13 UNIONTOWN Kaylin Burkey


Study questions value of mammograms, breast cancer screening Overdiagnosis issue?

By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer A new study questions the value of mammograms for


Mahoning County tourism dollars rose in 2015

By KALEA HALL khall@vindy.com BOARDMAN Hospitality is big business in Mahoning County. “We


Association makes recommendations

Association makes recommendations YOUNGSTOWN Judge Shirley J. Christian, a Republican incumbent


Flu-shot clinics in Mahoning County

Flu-shot clinics in Mahoning County AUSTINTOWN The Mahoning County District Board of Health is


Jury is seated for defamation trial against Rolling Stone

Associated Press CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA. A jury has been seated in the defamation trial against


Selected local stocks

Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1226.35-0.09 Aqua America, .71


Lessons of this election

Opinion: By Cynthia M. ALLEN Fort Worth Star-Telegram In less than a month, the election will be over.


YEARS AGO

Today is Tuesday, Oct. 18, the 292nd day of 2016. There are 74 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED


Harding is fifth; JFK drops to third

Staff report Warren Harding’s 35-34 loss to Cardinal Mooney last Friday made an impact on voters


Slocum values veteran squad

By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com BEAVER TOWNSHIP A year ago at this time, YSU men’s basketball


Youngstown will be the home of the world’s only self-chilling beverage-can business

When fully operational, it will employ 257 workers


Braxton back on tour after hospitalization

Braxton back on tour after hospitalization CLEVELAND Toni Braxton says she has been released


COMING TOMORROW

COMING TOMORROW Look for Adam Earnheardt’s column on social media.


Dellick admits being a felon with a gun

John T. Dellick, 22, of Canfield, pleaded guilty in federal court to being a felon with a gun and ammunition.


GOP office opens after firebombing

Associated Press HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. Investigators combed through shards of glass, looked for


As strikes kill 36, Russia sets a brief cease-fire for Aleppo

Associated Press BEIRUT Russian and Syrian forces will halt hostilities for eight hours in the


Associated Press

Associated Press WASHINGTON The nation’s high-school graduation rate has reached a record 83.2


Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Natasha Wayne and Anthony V. Thomas Sr., Campbell, girl,


YSU football players act as Kirkmere mentors

Stay focused on school, one YSU player urges. There will be time later for girls


BRIDGE

BRIDGE North-South vulnerable, South deals. NORTH xK 10 6 4 2 uK 7 3 v10 7 6 wK 6 WEST


Offensive begins: Iraqis push toward IS-held Mosul

Associated Press KHAZER, IRAQ The long-awaited offensive to retake Mosul from the Islamic State


Confident Clinton expands campaign into ‘red’ states

Associated Press WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. Hillary Clinton is advancing into states the Democrats


In Arkansas, ex-judge faces 21-count indictment

Associated Press LITTLE ROCK, ARK. A former Arkansas judge accused of giving lighter sentences


ODDLY ENOUGH

ODDLY ENOUGH Sign of times? New skis: Left 1 Clinton, right 1 Trump BURLINGTON, Vt. Here’s a


McDonald’s good-luck charm

Student receives shout-out from Lindor


NBC fires Billy Bush

NBC fires Billy Bush NEW YORK NBC News has fired “Today” show host Billy Bush, who was caught on


Photos