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Thursday, November 30 (119 stories)
Youngstown business gets one of 12 marijuana-growing licenses in Ohio
A Youngstown location will be among 12 large-growing sites in Ohio to cultivate medical marijuana starting next September.
10 'johns' arrested in Warren prostitution sting
Saying prostitution is not a “victimless crime,” Warren Police Department, Ohio Attorney General’s office and other officials took another swing at knocking down Warren prostitution Wednesday, arresting 10 “johns” in an online sting operation.
Rich Center launches $6M expansion campaign
The Paula & Anthony Rich Center for Autism launched a $6 million Building for Tomorrow Capital Campaign Thursday, aimed at expanding services and facilities to meet the needs of the growing number of children with autism.
Kohlis donate to YSU for cutting edge tech classrooms
Dr. Chander M. Kohli, neurosurgeon and former YSU Board of Trustees chairman, and his wife, Karen, made the large donation to the school’s fundraising campaign Thursday.
Gamble gets 4-plus years in death of girlfriend's young son
A man who pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter in the overdose death of his girlfriend’s 9-year-old son will spend four-and-a-half years in prison.
DeWine, Husted join forces in run for Ohio governor
DeWine, Husted join forces in run for Ohio governor
Trump weighs plan to oust Tillerson, put CIA’s boss at State
Trump weighs plan to oust Tillerson, put CIA’s boss at State
Kohlis donate $1.1 million to YSU campaign
Youngstown State University President Jim Tressel announced that Dr. Chandler M. Kohli, former YSU board of trustees chairman, and his wife, Karen, today donated $1.1 million to the school's fundraising campaign.
Two Mahoning Valley men suspected of having fentanyl shipped to Youngstown
Two Mahoning Valley men suspected of having fentanyl shipped to Youngstown
UPDATE | Police investigate dismembered body found in ravine
City wastewater workers alerted police to a dismembered body found along railroad tracks in a ravine near Earle Avenue this afternoon, police said.
Murkowski, McCain both will back GOP tax bill
Murkowski a yes on tax bill with Alaska drilling in tax bill
Jim Nabors, Gomer Pyle on ‘Andy Griffith Show,’ dies at 87
Jim Nabors, Gomer Pyle on ‘Andy Griffith Show,’ dies at 87
Cumulus Media, owner of local radio stations, files for bankruptcy
Cumulus Media, owner of several local radio stations, has filed for bankruptcy
GM to launch self-driving vehicles in big US cities in 2019
GM to launch self-driving vehicles in big US cities in 2019
Campbell police arrest man on rape, kidnapping warrants
Campbell police arrest man on rape, kidnapping warrants
Longer-term mortgage rates slip for 2nd straight week
Longer-term mortgage rates slip for 2nd straight week
Ryan invites Trump to deliver State of Union address Jan. 30
Ryan invites Trump to deliver State of Union address Jan. 30
Opening statements underway in Mecca Township fiscal officer hearing
Opening statements underway in Mecca Township fiscal officer hearing
Co-founder of ’Ice Bucket Challenge’ dies after ALS battle
Co-founder of ’Ice Bucket Challenge’ dies after ALS battle
Man drives family off road in apparent road rage incident
Man drives family off road in apparent road rage incident
Youngstown site among 12 large sites chosen to grow medical marijuana
Youngstown site among 12 large sites chosen to grow medical marijuana
Ohio picks 12 large growers for medical marijuana program
Ohio picks 12 large growers for medical marijuana program
Police arrest bank robbery suspect hiding in port-a-potty
Police arrest bank robbery suspect hiding in port-a-potty
Pennsylvania man’s loudspeaker broadcast of ’Taps’ ending
Pennsylvania man’s loudspeaker broadcast of ’Taps’ ending
Markets Right Now: Stocks open broadly higher on Wall Street
Markets Right Now: Stocks open broadly higher on Wall Street
Charges pending for teens who vandalized several vehicles
Charges pending for teens who vandalized several vehicles
Vice raid nets 3 arrests along with drugs, guns
Police found fentanyl, firearms at Cooper Street home
Gallery plans market and open house
Gallery plans market and open house WARREN The Trumbull Art Gallery, 162 North Park Ave., is
Fleeing car crashes into home, killing mother and son inside
Fleeing car crashes into home, killing mother and son inside
Justin Bieber’s bodyguard arrested on DUI charge in Miami
Justin Bieber’s bodyguard arrested on DUI charge in Miami
Applications for US jobless aid tick down to 238,000
Applications for US jobless aid tick down to 238,000
Consumer spending rose solid 0.3 percent in October
Consumer spending rose solid 0.3 percent in October
UPDATE | Lauer says he is sorry to anyone hurt by actions
Lauer says he is sorry to anyone hurt by actions
Sears narrows loss on cost cuts, but revenue slides
Sears narrows loss on cost cuts, but revenue slides
Schools CEO is reconsidering a teacher evaluation system recently implemented
A survey shows 56 percent of faculty members disapprove of the shared accountability.
Penguin starters flat in fourth straight loss
Robert Morris got the better of the matchup of gutted rosters.
Valley students receive feedback on Mars rover models from NASA engineer
Students from the Valley STEM Academy are among those from about 10 school districts contributing to the redesign of a NASA Mars rover.
RMU women dominate Penguins
RMU (3-3) was 33 for 57 from the field, and it got offensive rebounds on 11 of those 24 misses.
Three Fitch players earn All-Ohio football honors
Fitch Joey Zielinski and Jakari Lumsden were third-team All-Ohio selections. Randy Smith was an honorable-mention pick.
Man who sought “sniper rifle” pleads guilty to falsely claiming citizenship
The plea agreement requires Alabadi to return to his home country of Jordan.
Spartans dedicate win to injured mate
Boardman wanted to win on behalf of teammate Maria Torres, who will miss the season with a knee injury.
Former teacher, coach pleads guilty to filming undressing women
He used a spy camera to record the unsuspecting women.
SPORTS DIGEST || Wrestler Lawler set for Phantoms game
Pro wrestling legend Jerry “The King” Lawler will have a meet-and-greet and sign autographs with fans during the Youngstown Phantoms’ game against Team USA on Friday night. Tickets to meet Lawler start at $12.
Police probe third slaying in four days
City police caught the suspect Wednesday night on West LaClede Avenue with assistance from US marshals. The death is the city's 24th homicide this year.
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony to perform at Powers
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Bone Thugs-N-Harmony will headline a hip-hop concert Feb. 24 at Powers
Holiday parade
Holiday parade Schedule of events Friday evening in downtown Youngstown: 4 to 8 p.m.: Holiday
Holiday parade in downtown Youngstown MAKING SPIRITS BRIGHT
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The annual holiday parade and Christmas tree
Repair work underway on clocks, bronze bell
The four clocks and ringing equipment for the 1,500-pound bronze bell in the dome are thought to be the original equipment installed when the Trumbull County Courthouse was built in 1895.
Broadway duo to join orchestra for concert
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Randall Craig
Man sentenced for injuring elderly woman while stealing her purse
Kenneth L. Hubbard, 37, of Applecrest Drive in Boardman and Mumford Drive in Youngstown was sentenced to eight years in prison Wednesday for injuring a woman, 73, while stealing her purse in March.
Poland's first student director is shining star
Poland Players Director Candy Fonagy and student director/actor Noah Landry share a hug at a recent rehearsal for “White Christmas.” Landry stepped in to direct the play when Fonagy was out due to an illness.
Bitcoin surges past $10K, then plunges
Associated Press LONDON The price of bitcoin surged through $10,000 Wednesday, adding to its
Consumers ready to spend this holiday season – right?
Associated Press Americans, by most measures, appear ready to shop this holiday season. Consumer
METRO DIGEST || Toys-for-tickets plan
Toys-for-tickets plan YOUNGSTOWN Disney On Ice is partnering with Making Kids Count to help area
Conservatives slam GOP proposal to increase taxes
Conservatives slam GOP proposal to increase taxes WASHINGTON Conservative groups and lawmakers
Speculation rises about Markle’s title
Speculation rises about Markle’s title LONDON With a royal wedding in the works, speculation is
MORE HIGH SCHOOL RESULTS and SCHEDULE
GIRLS BASKETBALL Poland 87, Liberty 34 POLAND Sara Bury led the Bulldogs with 17 points, 13
WEDNESDAY AROUND THE NBA
Rockets 118, Pacers 97 HOUSTON James Harden had 29 points, 10 assists and eight rebounds and the
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Ribbon-cutting event at High Octane Coffee BOARDMAN High Octane Coffee Co. at 695 Boardman-
“The Wonderful World of Disney: MAGICAL HOLIDAY CELEBRATION” (9 P.M., ABC): Julianne
“The Wonderful World of Disney: MAGICAL HOLIDAY CELEBRATION” (9 P.M., ABC): Julianne Hough and Nick
Facing pressure, House OKs anti-harassment training
Associated Press WASHINGTON Pressured to respond to burgeoning sexual misconduct allegations,
Belleria, 19 Sycamore Drive, New Middletown
Belleria, 19 Sycamore Drive, New Middletown Sat: Jim Frank Trio, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.
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Exhibition and party at Soap Gallery YOUNGSTOWN The SOAP Gallery, 117 S. Champion St., downtown,
‘Drag Queen’ at Rust Belt
‘Drag Queen’ at Rust Belt Rust Belt Theater Company will present its annual production of “How the
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (R) After months have passed without a
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Steven and Alysia Cappitte, Salem, girl, Nov. 28. Mark
Haley: N. Korea ‘brings us closer to war’ US doesn’t seek
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations said Wednesday that North
Supreme Court is concerned about erosion of privacy in digital age
Associated Press WASHINGTON Worried about the erosion of privacy amid technological advances,
Monarchs winter home
Q. Where do monarch butterflies go for the winter? Mary Ann from Youngstown A. It depends which
There’s still work to be done GARDEN TIPS
By CAROL SWARTZ OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer CANFIELD Temperatures are dipping, and
The best birdseed
The best birdseed This depends on what birds you want to watch this winter. Cardinals prefer
Purple blooms indoors
Purple blooms indoors Forcing hyacinths inside is a way to bring spring in a little early.
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 30
Today is Thursday, Nov. 30, the 334th day of 2017. There are 31 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Hobbit,SDRq directed by David El’Hatton. Trinity Fellowship Church, 4749
Tree burls highly prized masterpieces
By PAM BAYTOS OSU Extension master gardener volunteer CANFIELD I’m sure you’ve seen a tree
MCCTC Holiday Event
MCCTC Holiday Event When: Now through Dec. 15 What: Support the horticulture program at Mahoning
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Identity theft calling
Opinion: By Tom Purcell Cagle Cartoons Ring, ring. “Hello, this is Tom.” “Hi, Tom, I called to thank
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1241.19-2.11 Aqua America, .71
No not only means no, but don’t; men must lose werewolf attitude
Opinion: By Will Durst Cagle Cartoons An avalanche of revelations concerning public figures engaging in
Will Trump-haters ever change?
Opinion: Any other Republican president but Donald Trump might expect to get at least some credit for the
WEDNESDAY’S OTHER COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
MEN Clemson 79, Ohio State 65 COLUMBUS Marcquise Reed scored 22 points and Shelton Mitchell
Life in prison a huge gift for the ‘Butcher of Bosnia’
Editorial: Ratko Mladic, the former Bosnian Serb commander, remained defiant to the very end of his four-year
Holiday concerts
Holiday concerts STRUTHERS Struthers City Schools will present annual holiday winter concerts
Steelers red-hot in prime-time
Pittsburgh (9-2) has won 10 straight games (playoffs included) that kicked off after 7 p.m.
Wadsworth QB captures Ohio Mr. Football Award
Joey Baughman passed for 3,079 yards and ran for 1,523 yards. He threw for 36 touchdowns and ran for 20.
Badgers’ Taylor on verge of frosh rush mark
The Badgers’ breakout star is 120 yards away from breaking the major college rushing record in a season for a freshman.
2017 OPSWA DIVISION I ALL-OHIO FOOTBALL
Coach of the Year — Dave Miller, Fairmont First-Team Offense Offensive player of the Year —
WEDNESDAY’S NHL GAMES
Bruins 3, Lightning 2 BOSTON Charlie McAvoy and Riley Nash scored first-period goals, Tuukaa
Arrest of possible killer puts neighborhood at ease
Associated Press TAMPA, FLA. After enduring almost two months of fear, a Tampa neighborhood
New, long-acting drugs cut frequency of migraines
Associated Press New, long-acting drugs may hold hope for millions of people who often suffer
NBC’s Lauer, radio host Keillor fired for inappropriate behavior
Associated Press NEW YORK “Today” show host Matt Lauer was fired for what NBC on Wednesday
Vatican defends pope
Associated Press YANGON, MYANMAR The Vatican on Wednesday defended Pope Francis after human-
Testimony: Feds targeted Jimmy Haslam in phone call
Federal agents used a Pilot Flying J employee to try to get Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam to make incriminating comments.
washington Trump draws fire over anti-Muslim retweets
Associated Press WASHINGTON Stoking the same anti-Islam sentiments he fanned on the campaign
Wednesday, November 29 (100 stories)
Anti-Muslim videos spread by Trump mix bits of truth, fakery
Like much other propaganda, the anti-Muslim videos spread around by President Donald Trump mix grains of truth, fakery and shades in between, overlaid with a message meant to be a blunt hammer blow for a cause.
Poland senior shines bright in drama coach's eyes
In the 33 theater productions Candy Fonagy has directed at Poland Seminary High School, she’s worked with many talented students.
Chief: Record gun seizures no deterrence to pattern of settling disputes with them
Despite the police department’s being on pace to seize a record number of guns this year, Police Chief Robin Lees said Wednesday it is not enough to stop others from carrying and using guns to settle personal disputes.
Suspect in slaying of Colin Brown captured tonight
Johnny Wallace III, 23, the suspect in the city's third homicide since Saturday, was captured tonight, police say.
Canfield students helping design rover aimed for Mars in 2020
A class of local high school students has the chance to see its work drive across the surface of Mars.
Jordanian who tried to buy sniper rifle wants to go home
Abdul Maola Alabadi wants to return to his home country of Jordan, and U.S. Attorneys want to send him there, but the process may take more than three months.
Haley to UN: NKorea's missile brings US closer to war; China urges retreat to both sides
The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations said Wednesday that North Korea's launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile - which some observers believe could reach the Eastern U.S. - "brings us closer" to a war the U.S. isn't seeking.
Former teacher, coach pleads guilty to filming undressing women
Former teacher and track coach pleads guilty to filming women while nude
Testimony: Feds targeted Jimmy Haslam in raid but fell short
Testimony: Feds targeted Jimmy Haslam in raid but fell short
Teen trying to kill bed bug causes $300K fire in Cincinnati
Teen trying to kill bed bug causes $300K fire in Cincinnati
UPDATE | Matt Lauer is fired at NBC, accused of crude misconduct
Lauer is second morning television show personality to lose his job because of sexual misconduct charges in a week.
Youngstown schools CEO rethinking teacher evaluation system
Youngstown schools CEO rethinking teacher evaluation system
Union: Many AA flights in December lack scheduled pilots
Union: Many AA flights in December lack scheduled pilots
Fitch students host spaghetti dinner for local veterans
On Dec. 5, seven Fitch High School students will serve a spaghetti dinner to about 50 local Vietnam veterans in the high school cafeteria.
Woman arrested in shooting that killed boy, hurt 5 teenagers
Woman arrested in shooting that killed boy, hurt 5 teenagers
Garrison Keillor says he was fired for improper behavior
Garrison Keillor says fired over alleged improper behavior
UPDATE | Police ID city's latest homicide victim; warrant issued
UPDATE | Police ID city's 24th homicide victim of 2017
Police discover gun during man's sixth OVI in 20 years
Police discover gun during man's sixth OVI in 20 years
County fires official whose husband is charged in sex case
County fires official whose husband is charged in sex case
Phone store employees robbed at gunpoint in Austintown
Phone store employees robbed at gunpoint in Austintown
Man pleads guilty in rifle incident, will return to Jordan
Man pleads in rifle incident, will return to Jordan
Doorbuster discounts unlikely at small retailers this season
Doorbuster discounts unlikely at small retailers this season
US pending home sales surged 3.5 percent in October
US pending home sales surged 3.5 percent in October
Pair faces drug charges after found unconscious in Liberty parking lot
Pair faces drug charges after found unconscious in Liberty parking lot
Markets Right Now: Stock indexes are off to a mixed start
Markets Right Now: Stock indexes are off to a mixed start
Supreme Court takes up case about privacy in digital age
Supreme Court takes up case about privacy in digital age
Care center offers help
Care center offers help GIRARD The signup period to help families in need who have registered at
Phantoms’ penalty killing has been top-notch
Penalty-kill perfection is a major reason why the Youngstown Phantoms have rattled off four consecutive wins.
Ryan wants Congress to make changes to sexual harassment policy
He said the House’s most-senior member should resign if an investigation shows he sexually harassed women.
French, Schwartz named first-team All-Ohio
Canfield defensive back Paul French was named to the first team in Division III.
Trumbull coroner seeks budget increase to hire 2nd forensic pathologist
The coroner told county commissioners Tuesday that he has tried for two years to hire a second one to help him manage the huge workload brought on by the opiate crisis and has gotten “not a single bite.”
State officials visit Y-town to roll out prescription opioid awareness campaign
Of the 88 drug-related deaths that have been confirmed in Mahoning County so far this year, 49 percent were linked to prescription drugs.
LeBron ejected, but Love prevails
LeBron James lost his cool. Kevin Love and Cavaliers stayed just as hot.
Boardman township promotes five police officers
Boardman Police Department undergoes major staffing changes
SPORTS DIGEST || The Butler to host Pirates’ food drive
The Pittsburgh Pirates will hold their “Care-a-van” food drive at The Butler Institue of American Art on Dec. 7.
Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar, Bruno Mars among Grammy nod leaders Year of rap and R&B
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Jay-Z is the leader of the 2018 Grammy Award
Career advice on LinkedIn
My friend and local attorney Jan Mostov recently posted, “I presume there are thousands of people
Boardman police investigate shooting
Boardman police: Woman shot in the leg at Schenley Avenue apartment
Death is 23rd homicide of 2017, five ahead of 2016
Police say the gunfire that killed a Struthers man early Tuesday in a North Side parking lot was unusual.
METRO DIGEST || Wife stabs husband
BOE meeting today STRUTHERS The Struthers Board of Education will have its regular meeting at
Youngstown schools retirees honored in ceremony
Joe Meranto, district superintendent, said despite the bad press and bad politics surrounding the city schools, he was happy to thank the retirees on behalf of the students and taxpaying citizens of Youngstown.
Get your orange ribbons to support schools plan
Youngstown City Schools supporters make orange ribbons to show support for the district's transformation. Pictured clockwise from left are volunteers Tamara Tucker, Michelle Fleming, Megan Mercado, Penny Wells, schools CEO Krish Mohip and Amanda McGinnis.
Don’t come near me
Opinion: By Jim Mullen Andrews McMeel Syndication I have that thing that’s going around. I know it’s
Tis the season to sparkle
The holiday season is in full swing now and many Valley residents are planning their holiday parties and New Year’s Eve celebrations. For many, this means the annual purchase of Champagne and Sparkling Wine from around the world.
Doctors, patients, public all should Take Charge to fight opioid epidemic
Editorial: The steady drumbeat of grim developments in the opioid epidemic mangling our community, state and
Trump helped fuel end of shame
Opinion: WASHINGTON “I never wonder to see men wicked, but I often wonder to see them not ashamed,”
Local aluminum plant receives $4.5 million investment
The investment in state-of-the-art technology provides greater versatility for pretreatments, improves operational efficiency and reduces costs over time,
Fill A Cruiser event
Fill A Cruiser event YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Police Department will have its third annual Fill
Tensions rise after N. Korea launches new missile test
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea After 21/2 months of relative peace, North Korea launched
More pressure on Conyers to resign after new accusations
Associated Press WASHINGTON Calls for Michigan Rep. John Conyers to resign increased Tuesday
Alabama drops to 5th in latest CFP rankings
Clemson is No. 1, followed by Auburn, Oklahoma and Wisconsin. Ohio State is No. 8.
NFL ROUNDUP More news
SAN FRANCISCO 49ers Garoppolo will start against Chicago Bears SANTA CLARA, CALIF. The San
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Dividend declared canfield On Tuesday, the board of directors of the Farmers National Banc Corp.
TOP 25 COLLEGE BASKETBALL Tuesday’s games
MEN No. 2 Kansas 96, Toledo 58 LAWRENCE, KAN. Devonte Graham scored a career-high 35 points,
AROUND THE NHL | Tuesday’s games
Blue Jackets 3, Hurricanes 2, SO COLUMBUS Cam Atkinson and Artemi Panarin scored in the
Bannon to campaign for embattled Moore
Associated Press Former White House strategist Steve Bannon told CNN on Tuesday he is going to
TUESDAY’s OTHER NBA GAMES
Wizards 92, Timberwolves 89 MINNEAPOLIS Otto Porter Jr. hit a 22-foot jumper with 25 seconds
Libyan cleared of most serious charges in Benghazi
Libyan cleared of most serious charges in Benghazi WASHINGTON A Libyan militant was convicted
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS | Tuesday’s results
GIRLS BASKETBALL Lowellville 40, Leetonia 35 LEETONIA Marissa Lellio scored 11 points, with
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 29
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 29, the 333rd day of 2017. There are 32 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Police not sure if murder victim was intended target
Death is 23rd homicide of 2017, five ahead of 2016
Ohio activists push amendments to restore community rights
Associated Press COLUMBUS Activists in Ohio are joining efforts around the country that
Top categories
Album of the year: “Awaken, My Love!,” Childish Gambino; “4:44,” Jay-Z; “DAMN.,” Kendrick Lamar;
The top five songs on the iTunes Store for the most recent one-week sales period:
The top five songs on the iTunes Store for the most recent one-week sales period: v “Havana (feat.
Big contracts, no storm tarps for Puerto Rico
Associated Press WASHINGTON After Hurricane Maria damaged tens of thousands of homes in Puerto
Banks power solid gains for US stocks, more record highs
Associated Press Banks led a broad rally in U.S. stocks Tuesday, lifting the market to a
Improved OSU offensive line will be tested by Wisconsin defense
The Badgers’ three-man front anchors the best defense in the nation.
Cocktails for the holidays
Family Features Eggnog Martini and Maple Amaretto Sour are two holiday cocktails that could easily
A holiday ham worth celebrating
Family Features Cooks today crave new food inspiration, creative recipes and flavorful dishes, and
Retail group: Those using both online, stores spending more
Associated Press NEW YORK A retail trade group estimates that people who shopped both online
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, 526 W. Rayen Ave., will take orders for potato
Trump gets blowback for his ‘Pocahontas’ jab at Navajo event
Associated Press FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. Families of Native American war veterans and politicians of
GOP moves tax measure ahead
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans held together and shoved their signature tax overhaul a
Trump pick is winner for now in fight over consumer agency
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump scored a victory Tuesday when a federal judge
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Girard Planning Commission, 3 p.m., mayor’s office, city hall, 100 W. Main St.
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Delight your holiday guests
Cranberry Rum Brie McCormick Warm Brie cheese topped with spiced cranberry sauce and pecans will
Tuesday, November 28 (99 stories)
Orange ribbon campaign to signal support for Youngstown schools plan
Backers of Youngstown City Schools prepared to “paint” Youngstown with nearly 800 orange ribbons to show support for the transforming school district. The ribbons will be free and available at district schools soon.
Judge blasts 'good college student' for criminal behavior
A judge said Tuesday that a 31-year-old man who was pleading guilty in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court to breaking into a neighbor’s apartment had a teenaged mind.
Health leader: Nearly half 2017 Mahoning drug deaths from prescriptions
Of the 88 drug-related deaths that have been confirmed in Mahoning County so far this year, 49 percent were linked to prescription drugs.
2nd pathologist needed to retain accreditation, Trumbull coroner says
Trumbull County is headed for another record year for drug overdose deaths this year with about 150 already. The county had 107 in 2016.
Ohio State University settles claim over lake-jump death
Ohio State University settles claim over lake-jump death
Ohio activists push amendments to restore community rights
Ohio activists push amendments to restore community rights
Judge rules in favor of Trump over fate of consumer watchdog
Judge rules in favor of Trump over fate of consumer watchdog
Second teen arrested in shooting that killed boy, hurt 5 others
2nd teen arrested in shooting that killed boy, hurt 5 others
UPDATE | NKorea launches ICBM in possibly its longest-range test yet
NKorea launches ICBM in possibly its longest-range test yet
Libyan cleared of most serious charges in Benghazi attack
Libyan cleared of most serious charges in Benghazi attack
Rare twin tiger cubs being hand-raised at Pittsburgh Zoo
Rare twin tiger cubs being hand-raised at Pittsburgh Zoo
Easy access to prescription opioids targeted today
Easy access to prescription opioids targeted today
EPA hears worries about climate in heart of coal country
EPA hears worries about climate in heart of coal country
Disney On Ice offers tickets to Covelli show for toy donations
Disney On Ice offers tickets to Covelli show for toy donations
Flint utilities official pleads no contest in water probe
Flint utilities official pleads no contest in water probe
Arby’s to buy Buffalo Wild Wings
Arby’s Restaurant Group Inc. and Buffalo Wild Wings Inc. today announced that Arby’s will acquire Buffalo Wild Wings for about $2.9 billion.
Board OKs plan for LeBron James’ ’I Promise’ school in Akron
Board OKs plan for LeBron James’ ’I Promise’ school in Akron
US home prices leapt in September by the most in 3 years
US home prices leapt in September by the most in 3 years
Families of Navajo Code Talkers decry Trump’s political jab
Families of Navajo Code Talkers decry Trump’s political jab
AP FACT CHECK | Bank sector not in ruins, despite Trump beef
AP FACT CHECK: Bank sector not in ruins, despite Trump beef
16 die in Ohio crashes during Thanksgiving travel period
16 die in Ohio crashes during Thanksgiving travel period
Trump renewing his complaint about kneeling NFL players
Trump renewing his complaint about kneeling NFL players
Salem Historical Society offers tours
Salem Historical Society offers tours salem The Salem Historical Society will offer a series of
Memorials set up in yard of the property where a Hubbard family lost a husband and father
James Vint, 45, died in a garage fire on Simler Street Wednesday
Trumbull commissioners expect 2018 budget to rise slightly over this year without sales tax increase
Trumbull commissioners expect 2018 budget to rise slightly over this year without sales tax increase
Poland village councilman resigns over residency issue
The village will not replace Cossette, whose term expires next month
Youngstown Foundation donates $3 million to amphitheater project
Ground will break on the Youngstown Foundation Amphitheater in January. It should be finished by spring 2019.
Bruno Mars readies first TV special
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK When Bruno Mars hit the stage for his first TV
Justices ponder need for warrant for cellphone tower data
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court is taking up a case about privacy in the digital
Fagen sues late Steely Dan partner over band’s name
Fagen sues late Steely Dan partner over band’s name LOS ANGELES Donald Fagen of Steely Dan is
Warren woman charged after taking a car ride from girl, 11
Warren woman charged after taking a car ride from girl, 11
Ringleader in sports memorabilia fraud case claims his guilty plea was coerced
Prosecutors used information provided in confidence, attorney alleges
SPORTS digest
YSU swim/dive teams sign class of nine YOUNGSTOWN First-year Youngstown State swimming and
PREP ROUNDUP SFlbMonday’s high school results
GIRLS BASKETBALL Jackson-Milton 62, Lordstown 29 LORDSTOWN Michaelina Terranova’s 23 points
Mahoning Valley Race Course
MONDAY’S RESULTS RACE 1 $21,000 - 3 yo’s & up, 6F, MSW 2 Athletic Temper (Aragon, R.) $8.60
MONDAY’s MEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
No. 11 Cincinnati 83, Alabama State 51 CINCINNATI Gary Clark had 14 point and seven rebounds,
ALL-OHIO FOOTBALL: DiviSIONS IV & V
Here are the Division IV and V all-state football teamsselected by members of the Ohio Prep
Pedestrian killed
Pedestrian killed BOARDMAN The Ohio State Highway Patrol said 84-year-old Dolores Snyder of
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Girard Civil Service Commission, 4 p.m., special meeting, conference room,
Hotel owners work to strip Trump name
Associated Press WASHINGTON Owners of the Trump International Hotel in Panama are working to
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Lindsey Buckingham and Christine
A story on page A6 of Monday’s Vindicator incorrectly announced the goal of a Rich Center for
A story on page A6 of Monday’s Vindicator incorrectly announced the goal of a Rich Center for Autism
Police probe death of baby found under home
Police probe death of baby found under home NEW CASTLE, Pa. Pennsylvania State Police have
Be a Santa to a Senior opportunities
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Be a Santa to a Senior, a holiday program for Mahoning Valley seniors,
Soap for leg cramps?
Q. I read your newspaper column about using a bar of soap to curb restless legs. I do not have
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Holiday Flea YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Flea holiday tradition — the Holiday Flea – will take
Shoppers take to portable devices for Cyber Monday deals Online uptick
By JOSEPH PISANI AP Retail Writer NEW YORK Weeks of deals didn’t stop people from heading
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 28
Today is Tuesday, Nov. 28, the 332nd day of 2017. There are 33 days left in the year. Associated
Volcano ash over Bali closes airport for second day
Associated Press KARANGASEM, Indonesia A volcano gushing towering columns of ash over an
Prevent falls
Prevent falls COLUMBUS Falls are the leading cause of injury-related emergency department
US rules hurting Cubans
Opinion: By Medea Benjamin OtherWords On Nov. 8, just as President Trump was clinching new business deals
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Franken apologizes, sees long fight for trust
Associated Press WASHINGTON Sen. Al Franken apologized Monday to “everyone who has counted on me
Trump, honoring Navajos, revives ‘Pocahontas’ jab
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump returned to his own kind of code talking
Media delight in Clinton scandals
Opinion: By Gene Lyons Andrews McMeel Syndication While we’re on the subject, has everybody already
The future of Zimbabwe remains uncertain at best
Editorial: There’s a reason Americans should pay attention to what’s going on in the southern African nation of
BROWNS From wreckage a QB may arise
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Officer who stopped Ohio State attacker credits training
Associated Press COLUMBUs A police officer credits his training for allowing him to quickly stop
Prince Harry, actress Meghan Markle to wed in spring A royal courtship
By GREGORY KATZ Associated Press LONDON Newly engaged Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on
Police: 1 of 2 teens suspected in slaying of boy arrested
Associated Press CLEVELAND One of two 15-year-old boys suspected in a shooting in Cleveland that
South High School Class of 1957 meets for 60th reunion
South High School Class of 1957 meets for 60th reunion
Monday, November 27 (79 stories)
James has 30 points to lead Cavs in 113-91 rout of 76ers
James has 30 points to lead Cavs in 113-91 rout of 76ers
Youngstown woman is accused of chasing and stabbing her husband
Youngstown woman is accused of chasing and stabbing her husband
Fagen sues late Steely Dan partner over band’s name, music
Fagen sues late Steely Dan partner over band’s name, music
Austintown school board backs group supporting Senate bill
Austintown school board backs group supporting Senate bill
Republicans considering a trigger that would automatically increase taxes
Republicans considering a trigger that would automatically increase taxes
Potential Development joins Giving Tuesday movement
Potential Development joins Giving Tuesday movement
Who’s in charge? 2 fight for control of US consumer watchdog
Who’s in charge? 2 fight for control of US consumer watchdog
Officer who stopped Ohio State attacker credits training
Officer who stopped Ohio State attacker credits training
Macy's Black Friday theft case leads to two arrests
Macy's Black Friday theft case leads to two arrests
Councilman who moved out of Poland Village resigns from his seat
Councilman who moved out of Poland Village resigns from his seat
Police ID woman killed on Market Street this morning
Police ID woman killed on market Street this morning
Chamber seeks feedback from Niles residents, businesses
Chamber seeks feedback from Niles residents, businesses
TBEIC receives funding for entrepreneurial programs
TBEIC receives funding for entrepreneurial programs
Woman pleads not guilty to allowing 11-year-old to drive
Woman pleads not guilty to allowing 11-year-old to drive
Plea deal reached for man accused of cyberstalking sheriff
Plea deal reached for man accused of cyberstalking sheriff
Pennsylvania’s deer season for hunters with rifles starts
Pennsylvania’s deer season for hunters with rifles starts
Youngstown Foundation announces $3M gift for city amphitheater
The Youngstown Foundation today announced a significant gift of $3 million to the city of Youngstown for the Youngstown amphitheater project.
Man sought in Walmart shooting arrested after chase Sunday
Man sought in Walmart shooting arrested after chase Sunday
Markets Right Now: Stock indexes drift in early trade
Markets Right Now: Stock indexes drift in early trade
Stores hoping people keep shopping offer Cyber Monday deals
Stores hoping people keep shopping offer Cyber Monday deals
Prince Harry, Meghan make brief appearance after engagement
Prince Harry, Meghan make brief appearance
First lady goes with classic, traditional Christmas decor
First lady goes with classic, traditional Christmas decor
Suspect shot in attempted robbery dies over weekend
Suspect shot in attempted robbery dies over weekend.
It's Cyber Monday! Stores offer potpourri of online deals
At some retailers, the shift toward online buying has translated into smaller in-store crowds for the launch of the Christmas shopping season
Tim McGlynn returns to coaching at Champion
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COLLEGE FOOTBALL Wisconsin can stop skepticism by beating Buckeyes
Associated Press Wisconsin has been to the Big Ten championship game four times before over the
City police deal with 2 weekend shootings
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Cuts improve Poland schools’ budget outlook
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Santa’s Winter Barn
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City man fights heroin plague 1 camera shot at a time
21 WFMJ-TV explores what can be done to take neighborhoods back from grip of addiction, drug dealers
Rich Center launches $6M campaign
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CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU Court fight may brew over who leads agency
Staff/wire report A court fight may be brewing over President Donald Trump’s move to make a close
‘Be Present’ for youth, mental-health effort urges
Associated Press COLUMBUS A statewide multimedia campaign has been launched in Ohio to get
Agenda Tuesday
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Pixar’s ‘Coco’ whomps ‘Justice League’
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Pet clinic to reopen
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Egyptian village where mosque was attacked had been warned
Associated Press CAIRO Elders of a village in Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula where militants killed 305
Trump’s legislative agenda tops GOP dislike of Moore
Associated Press WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. President Donald Trump said Sunday that electing a
Surplus food/clothing
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UNICEF: Vaccines cargo must not be a one-off
Associated Press AMMAN, JORDAN The U.N. child agency said Sunday that it has flown 1.9 million
Lisbon’s Summers, EP’s Sherry make All-Ohio team
Staff report Two Columbiana County football players made the All-Ohio football teams while 20 more
Butler beats former coach, Ohio State
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Meredith plans to buy Time Inc for $1.8B
Meredith plans to buy Time Inc for $1.8B new york Meredith Corp. says it is buying Time Inc. for
FBI silent as US officials targeted by Russian hackers
Associated Press WASHINGTON The hackers’ targets: The former head of cybersecurity for the U.S.
Medical marijuana for PTSD? Vets lead charge
Associated Press NEW YORK It was a telling setting for a decision on whether post-traumatic
birthdays
birthdays Director Kathryn Bigelow (“The Hurt Locker”) is 66. TV personality Bill Nye (“Bill Nye
Mideast needs Jesus
Opinion: By Kathryn Jean Lopez Andrews McMeel Syndication This year, as Christians enter the holy season
Critics: Ohio’s plan to cut Lake Erie algae lacks direction
Associated Press TOLEDO Ohio’s outline for sharply reducing what’s making algae flourish in Lake
College hoops: Odor in the court
Opinion: WASHINGTON Although it is plausible to suspect this, it is not true that the Credit Mobilier
CAPITOL HILL SEX HARASSMENT Rep. Conyers steps down, Sen. Franken looks ahead
Associated Press WASHINGTON Michigan Rep. John Conyers, under investigation over allegations
Woman dies after shots are fired into home
Woman dies after shots are fired into home CLEVELAND Police say a woman was killed while sitting
Mosque attack in Egypt demands mature response
Editorial: The horrific bombing and mass shooting inside a packed Sinai mosque last Friday stands out as the
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 27
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McDonald High School presents Homecoming court for 2017
McDonald High School presents Homecoming court for 2017
Sunday, November 26 (78 stories)
Ohio's Sen. Brown lashes out at Trump administration over its pick for CFPB
The Democrat says former director Richard Cordray's pick of Leandra English is legally acting director until a permanent appointment can be made.
GM Lordstown union member stresses giving to needy at Santa's Winter Barn in Canfield
The event attracted a large crowd of all ages Sunday afternoon to Mill Creek MetroParks farm
'Coco' feasts on 'Justice League' at holiday weekend box office
Movie theaters made their fourth biggest Thanksgiving weekend take in history this year
23 NFL players continue protest at today's games
Some kneeled, some sat, some raised fists during the playing of the national anthem
Fight over leadership of federal consumer agency may end up in court
Two new leaders are poised to take the reins of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on Monday
Christmastime tragedy: 106 reindeer killed by freight trains
The trains have now reduced their speeds
Spending cuts improve financial outlook for Poland Local Schools
Deficits have been reduced, according to the district's most recent five-year financial forecast
Bengals snare Browns 30-16; Cleveland now 0-11 on the 2017 season
Browns head coach Hue Jackson is now 1-26 with the team
Mahoning Animal Charity hires veterinarian; clinic to reopen in December
Reservations can be made beginning Dec. 6
Campaign begins in Ohio to help youth troubled by bullying, stress, LGBT issues
The Be Present campaign is aimed mostly at young people most likely to harm themselves
Trump renews implicit endorsement of Ala.'s Roy Moore today
Electing Moore's Democrat opponent "would be a disaster," the president tweeted
Minn. Sen. Franken: I hope to add to national conversation on sexual misconduct
Four women have accused the former "SNL" comedian with sexual improprieties
Michigan Democrat Conyers resigns as chairman of U.S. House Ethics Committee
The 88-year-old congressman, however, denies all allegations of sexual misconduct leveled against him
PUSKAS: Congestion has Meyer shooting daggers
Ohio State coach vows to find out who collided with Barrett
Travel books: Inspire trips or give them as gifts
By BETH J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor NEW YORK Travel books can get you dreaming. They can
Boardman mom hopes to bring awareness about autism with neighborhood road sign
Brandy Lolakis is asking drivers to slow down for son’s safety
Two members of South Range school board are in their 20s
Taylor Christian, 21, will join current member Corey Yoakam, 27, on the South Range Board of Education in January.
Stage production comes to Powers Auditorium ‘Rudolph’ ritual
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The look and sound of the classic 1964 holiday
East cadets proudly progress into adulthood
One big 94-student military family proudly marches the halls at East High every day
The Olde Fashioned Christmas returns to Lanterman’s Mill
Mill Creek Park celebrates the start of the holiday season with Olde Fashioned Christmas
Jerusalem Market owner takes stock in fresh ideas
The market specializes in offering a variety of imported foods, fresh Halal meat and Middle Eastern food on-the-go.
Canfield Speech & Debate team undefeated overall this season
Canfield High School’s Speech & Debate Team has received first place overall distinctions at every tournament
Who will be watching or playing football five years from now?
Opinion: Time and change may lessen the desire to watch professional football and turn to something else
US agency to protect consumers braces for tug of war
Associated Press WASHINGTON Who’s the boss: Mick Mulvaney or Leandra English? That’s the
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Chemical company’s response to water worries is silence
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. Americans have grown accustomed to hearing apologies from
Rick Shepas to speak to Curbstone Coaches
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Durkin, Vuletich power South Range in season opener
The Raiders have learned two things: they are young and will make mistakes, and they have a talented duo in the post
mahoning valley race course
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BEST-SELLERS LIST
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Assessment will be part of selection for next Warren police captain
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Repeated requests for death certificate irks widower
Q. My wife recently passed away at our local hospital. She was on life support for three days. After
Agenda Monday
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When good financial advice is bad for you
By LIZ WESTON NerdWallet Discussing economic class is tricky in America, but the working and
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Fulford, Mount Union lights up Case Western Reserve in D-III playoffs
D’Angelo Fulford accounted for five touchdowns
Six teens shot on street, one fatally; public’s help sought
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IGS hiring event YOUNGSTOWN IGS Energy will have a hiring event for home-energy consultants at
Drugs added up to a dangerous cocktail
Q. I have been taking tramadol, amitriptyline and sertraline for more than three years. I was having
Chip Kelly’s hiring spins coaching carousel
College football’s silly season went into overdrive Saturday
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
AUTO Ohio Independent Automobile Dealers Association has named Chris Haus of Haus Auto Group as
Liz Phair gets 2-book deal at Random House
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Highlights
Highlights TAXES The House has passed a 10-year, $1.4 trillion tax cut that blends a sharp
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
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Here’s WRTA’s promise now that voters OK’d tax
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BOARDMAN LANES Independent Taxi Seniors — Bob Gresh 225-640, Al Yakimoff 215-639, Michael Karsti
Congress coming back to crush of business
Associated Press WASHINGTON The crush of unfinished business facing lawmakers when they return
For the Week of Sunday, November 26, 2017
Dominic A. Miletta Jr. to Mark D. Miletta, James St., Poland, $82,000. Stephen A. Grace to Megan
Yellowstone sees fewer Oct. visitors
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Europe’s festive Christmas markets prove memorable A troika of treasures
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McNally shows true colors with last-minute pay hikes
Editorial: Even supporters of Youngs- town Mayor John A. McNally – especially those who have been willing to
PUSKAS: Congestion has Meyer shooting daggers
Ohio State coach vows to find out who collided with Barrett
Bengals hoping to avoid being Browns’ first victim
Cincinnati needs a win to keep flickering postseason hopes alive
Hoerig case just awaiting Trump
Opinion: Now that the decades-long saga of the Karl Hoerig murder has been aired in prime time on national
Submit information for holiday services
Submit information for holiday services The Vindicator will publish a listing of area services
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL State finals
Here are the state final pairings for this week’s games at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in
ABOUT THE CFBP
ABOUT THE CFBP The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau was proposed by now-Sen. Elizabeth Warren,
Longtime union leader Marlin “Whitey” Ford dies
Local union leader Marlin “Whitey” Ford dies over Thanksgiving
Saturday, November 25 (82 stories)
Kudos to Canfield High School's undefeated speech and debate team
Kudos to Canfield High School's undefeated speech and debate team
Thousands flock to Olde Fashioned Christmas at Lanterman’s Mill
Thousands flock to Olde Fashioned Christmas at Lanterman’s Mill
Two members of South Range school board are in their 20s
Two members of South Range school board are in their 20s
Concerns about autistic son, traffic lead to road sign in Boardman
Concerns about autistic son, traffic lead to road sign
2 young Pa. girls wounded in drive-by shooting; motive not known
2 young Pa. girls wounded in drive-by shooting; motive not known
Wheelchair charging station goes online at Ohio Statehouse
Wheelchair charging station goes online at Ohio Statehouse
Sheriff: Suspect in deputy's slaying claimed to be "God"
Sheriff: Suspect in deputy's slaying claimed to be "God"
Congress coming back to crush of business in a fraught time
Congress coming back to crush of business in a fraught time
Ohio authorities to determine if remains found in probe are human
Ohio authorities to determine if remains found in probe are human
Dwight Howard fined $35,000 for obscene gesture in Cleveland
Dwight Howard fined $35,000 for obscene gesture in Cleveland
4 injured when small plane crashes in central Pennsylvania
4 injured when small plane crashes in central Pennsylvania
Reports of sexual assaults spike at Ohio Air Force base
Reports of sexual assaults spike at Ohio Air Force base
PUSKAS: Eastwood made its day in the trenches
South Range’s potent offense controlled for the first time
Take an adventure and shop small
Local business owner Jessaca Brickley suggests shoppers take an adventure today and explore their community’s local businesses.
Boardman clothing store celebrates more than 40 years in business
NYC designer and Youngstown native Nanette Lepore visits local clothing store
A giving guide for yogis, gym rats and other wellness lovers 10 best gift ideas
By KELLI KENNEDY Associated Press MIAMI We’ve rounded up the 10 best gift ideas for all your
Record Reviews
Engelbert Humperdinck Album: “The Man I Want to Be” Grade: B There’s hardly a false note on
Quarter-mile-long painting is restored
By JENNIFER McDERMOTT Associated Press NEW BEDFORD, Mass. A museum has restored the longest
Bristolville man charged with murder asks court for expert witness and separate trials
Bristolville man charged with murder asks court for expert witness and separate trials
Jacksons celebrate 50th anniversary at family dinner
Jacksons celebrate 50th anniversary at family dinner
Trump signals welfare reform is next on the agenda
Associated Press WASHINGTON Overhauling welfare was one of the defining goals of Bill Clinton’s
Trump supporters confuse LeVar Burton with LaVar Ball online
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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS | Friday’s results
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Rose leaves Cavaliers for ‘personal matter’
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Trumbull commissioners buy former Bazetta fire station at fairgrounds
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Suspect charged in shooting death of Texas on-duty trooper
Associated Press DALLAS The suspect in the fatal shooting of a state trooper in East Texas
Court orders halt on pipeline
Associated Press CLEVELAND A city facing long odds of stopping section of a $2 billion natural-
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS
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Militants attack Egyptian mosque, kill at least 235
Associated Press CAIRO In the deadliest-ever attack by Islamic extremists in Egypt, militants
China cuts import tariffs on some consumer goods
Associated Press BEIJING China announced tariff cuts Friday on consumer goods including
Trumbull officials taking new steps to ensure accountability from senior-citizen-levy bus company
Trumbull officials taking new steps to ensure accountability from senior-citizen-levy bus company
Deer-gun season
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Gains to take legal action if Poland village councilman does not resign
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Woman accused of mailing bombs to Obama, Abbott
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Black Friday shows stores are alive – despite Amazon
Associated Press NEW YORK Retailers worked hard to attract shoppers to stores on Black Friday,
mahoning valley race course
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Amazon workers in Europe stage strike
Associated Press BERLIN Workers at a half-dozen Amazon distribution centers in Germany and one
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Grill on the Hill to reopen next week NEW CASTLE, pa. The Grill on the Hill will reopen its
Woman fatally shot while cooking Thanksgiving dinner
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Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Maleah Burr and Matthew Johnson, Youngstown, boy, Nov.
Public access polka show spreads music for 23 years
Associated Press WADSWORTH, Ohio Each Tuesday morning, Gene Kovack walks into the Wadsworth
Submit information for holiday services
Submit information for holiday services The Vindicator will publish a listing of area services
What’s not to like?
Like many of you, I enjoy an occasional jaunt through social media where I can see what my friends
Taking a good citizen test
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons My son Gideon’s former elementary school awarded (and still
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Great Russian Nutcracker,” 3 p.m.: The world renowned Moscow
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 25
Today is Saturday, Nov. 25, the 329th day of 2017. There are 36 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Stories of perseverance, courage and compassion permeate life in our Valley
Editorial: Sometimes on the pages of The Vindicator, readers may get overwhelmed with the quantity of
More books for the holidays
Two weeks ago I recommended some books as holiday gifts, but I ran out of space to include my entire
Out of the mouth of Vladimir
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Mass murderer’s love song to Trump
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords “We’ve had a great relationship,” exulted a giddy Donald Trump,
Friday, November 24 (102 stories)
Trumbull officials take steps to keep senior bus service above board
Trumbull officials take steps to keep senior bus service above board
Bristolville man charged with murder asks court for expert witness and separate trials
Bristolville man charged with murder asks court for expert witness and separate trials
NYC designer and Youngstown native Nanette Lepore visits local clothing store
NYC designer and Youngstown native Nanette Lepore visits local clothing store
Police chief: Ohio officer shoots man who pointed gun at officer
Police chief: Ohio officer shoots man who pointed gun at officer
US backtracks on decision to close Palestinian office in DC
US backtracks on decision to close Palestinian office in DC
Suspect charged in Texas trooper's on-duty shooting death
Suspect charged in Texas trooper's on-duty shooting death
UPDATE | Egypt: Militants kill at least 235 in attack on Sinai mosque
Egypt says death toll in mosque attack up to 200
S African company pulling out of natural gas to liquid fuels
S African company pulling out of natural gas to liquid fuels
Firm becomes 1st in US to offer online virtual sport betting
Firm becomes 1st in US to offer online virtual sport betting
US appeals court orders halt on natural gas pipeline in Ohio
US appeals court orders halt on natural gas pipeline in Ohio
UPDATE | Man flips out in municipal court and stun gun goes off
Man flips out in municipal court and stun gun goes off
Drugs and cash found after Youngstown traffic stop
Drugs and cash found after Youngstown traffic stop
Campbell man faces gun charges after city incident
Campbell man faces gun charges after city incident
Trump, Turkish leader discuss Syrian crisis in phone call
Trump, Turkish leader discuss Syrian crisis in phone call
After weeks of deals, stores aim to draw Black Friday crowds
After weeks of deals, stores aim to draw Black Friday crowds
Flynn may be moving to cooperate with Mueller’s Russia probe
Flynn may be moving to cooperate with Mueller’s Russia probe
Markets Right Now: Energy, tech lead early stock gains
Markets Right Now: Energy, tech lead early stock gains
Trumbull commissioners buy former Bazetta fire station at fairgrounds
Trumbull commissioners buy former Bazetta fire station at fairgrounds
Flynn's legal team ends all communication with Trump team in Russia probe, report says
The decision could be a sign that Flynn is moving to cooperate with Mueller’s investigation or negotiate a deal for himself.
Shopping a Thanksgiving tradition for many
Tryptophan from turkey might put some people to sleep, but plenty of others are heading out for early Black Friday deals after some football and a Thanksgiving meal.
Trustees are trying to fix their roads, but are dealing with limited funding.
Trustees are trying to fix the township roads, but are dealing with state funding cuts and a levy that will expire in 2019.
Jon Hendricks Pioneering jazz singer dies at 96
Associated Press TOLEDO Jon Hendricks, the pioneering jazz singer and lyricist who with the trio
Mill Creek MetroParks kicks off holiday season with busy weekend
MetroParks hosts Olde Fashioned Christmas and Santa’s Winter Barn this weekend
Predictable ‘Roman’ wastes Denzel’s talent in new film
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer It’s getting close to Oscar season, and that means it’s
McGraw and Hill find harmony on duets record
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Holiday gift guide: coffee table books
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Liberty Township voters chose two new trustees
Greg Cizmar and Arnie Clebone will start in January, replacing Trustees Jason Rubin and Stan Nudell.
State officials to visit Youngstown for rollout of campaign against opioid abuse
State agencies launch new Take Charge Ohio campaign on safe pain management
Inmate taken for hospital treatment recaptured next day
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State plans to target high-crash roads with 70 mph limits
Associated Press COLUMBUS The state will target high-crash Ohio roads that have 70 mph limits
football State semifinals
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68,000 participate in college-credit program
Associated Press COLUMBUS The state says more than 68,000 students participated during the
MAHONING COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Frank J. Jessick Jr., legal age, of 677 S. Hubbard
Uber loyalists tested by string of scandals
Associated Press DETROIT Uber has managed to hold the title of world’s largest ride-hailing
Flynn’s lawyers cut all Trump ties, source says
Associated Press WASHINGTON A lawyer for former national security adviser Michael Flynn has
Bannon insurgency stresses loyalty to Trump
Associated Press WAUKESHA, Wis. Wisconsin Senate candidate Kevin Nicholson, a consultant for
Parade marches on with extra security
Associated Press NEW YORK The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade marched, rolled and soared in
Pennsylvania Court invalidates line-item spending vetoes
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. It’s not enough for Pennsylvania governors to send out news
Direct talks with Syria sought
Associated Press BEIRUT Syria opposition representatives meeting in the Saudi Arabian capital
AES takes stance against drugs
by ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Austintown Elementary School started a conversation about
Poland library has Halloween story time and games
by ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Poland library hosted a Halloween Costume Ball for young
Children learn to build and program robots at the Poland library
by ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Poland library hosted a Lego WeDo Robots event in the
Pioneer Trails Tree Farm, Covelli and Union work together for troops
Poland Union Elementary and Covelli Enterprises worked with Pioneer Tails Tree Farm for Operation Evergreen on Nov. 10.
CVMS celebrates Spirit Week
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at Canfield Village Middle School celebrated Spirit
CVMS fifth-graders complete DARE Program
Canfield Village Middle School fifth-grade students celebrated its DARE Program graduation with an assembly and a reception in the school cafeteria on Nov. 6.
Subaru gifts Boardman’s science department with books
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Subaru gave 150 award-winning books to the science
Seventh grade celebrates history of Greece with Olympic Games
by ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Boardman Glenwood Junior High threw a Greek Olympic Games
Lanterman’s Mill hosts family bash
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Mill Creek Metroparks threw a Halloween party for families
Robinwood Lane honors veterans with concert
Fourth-grade students at Robinwood Lane Elementary performed a patriotic concert in their cafeteria on Nov. 10, the day before Veterans Day.
The Austintown library offers learning playtime
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Austintown library hosted a “Playtime at Your Library”
Mystery enthusiasts crack case at the library
The Austintown library hosted a murder mystery party in the large meeting room on Oct. 30 for 96 participants.
Danielle M. DeChellis | Lance W. Ronghi
Danielle Maria DeChellis and Lance William Ronghi, both of Canfield, were united in marriage at 1:30
Poland Sports Briefs
Poland Boosters basketball tournament dates announced The Poland Boosters Basketball tournament
Poland Community Briefs
Junior League hosts membership recruitment Since its founding in 1901 by social activist Mary
Canfield Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants winter sports news The snowy season is here, winter athletics have arrived and
Austintown Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants winter sports news The snowy season is here, winter athletics have arrived and
Weekly square dance lessons to begin Jan. 9
The Niles Friendly Squares, a local square dance group dedicated to keeping alive the uniquely
Canfield Community Briefs
The Mahoning Valley Corvettes joins in with Salem car cruise for event The call to take over The
Forty Two Event Production hosts community open house and fundraiser
Forty Two Event Production invites the Mahoning Valley community to join them for the Fall Into
Boardman Community Briefs
Audubon Society to talk turkey at Nov. 28 meeting The Audubon Society/Mahoning Valley invites the
Amanda Gerber | Ryan Marlin
Amanda Jo Gerber of Pulaski, Pa., and Ryan Nicholas Marlin of Austintown were married July 15 on
Austintown Community Briefs
Austintown STEM students win big at YSU Manufacturing Day Austintown Fitch students attended
Nolfi and Jakubek to be wed in early December
Anthony and Phyllis Nolfi of Lowellville are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Gianna
Brittany Housel | Hugo Mendez
Brittany Housel of Warren and Hugo Mendez of Canfield were united in marriage Aug. 26 at The Barn &
Boardman Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants winter sports news The snowy season is here, winter athletics have arrived and
Kara Vitus | Nicholas Varga
Kara Lynn Vitus and Nicholas Varga, both of Freedom, Pa., exchanged vows Sept. 9 during a 1:30 p.m.
Nov. 7
Nov. 7 Arrest: Authorities charged Raymond J. Ingram of New Court, Youngstown, with failure to
Nude photo of rep brings allegations of revenge porn
Nude photo of rep brings allegations of revenge porn WASHINGTON Suggesting he’s a victim of
Prayer for peace that calls us to act
Opinion: By John L. MICEK Cagle Cartoons HARRISBURG, Pa. Howard Henry’s no preacher. But the prayer
Justice O’Neill crosses line with sexual history boast
Editorial: For some strange reason the word “candid” has been used to describe Ohio Supreme Court Justice
Trump thanks US troops – and himself – for progress
Associated Press PALM BEACH, Fla. President Donald Trump thanked U.S. troops for their service
GOP tax plan will be costly
Opinion: By Bob Lord OtherWords House Republicans and Donald Trump are ballyhooing the wonders of their
Retailers in ‘survival mode’ work to gain market share
Associated Press NEW YORK Shoppers hit the stores on Thanksgiving as retailers under pressure
Good Samaritan stops for motorist, is shot on I-680 ramp
Good Samaritan stops for motorist, is shot on I-680 ramp YOUNGSTOWN A man said he was shot early
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Dennis Drummond, 8 p.m.: Nashville-based musician who appeared on
Honduran president seeks re-election despite ban
Associated Press TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras Less than a decade ago, even talk of re-election was
Seizure of truck ruled illegal
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ruled that authorities did
US marshals warn about scammers
US marshals warn about scammers CINCINNATI The U.S. Marshals Service is warning of nationwide
Ukrainian separatist chief accuses former official of plotting a coup
Associated Press MOSCOW A separatist leader in Ukraine’s east on Thursday accused a former
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 24
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Thursday, November 23 (77 stories)
Holiday retailers strive 'to steal each other's market share,' analyst says
For many, Amazon is The Grinch this season
Should 70 mph speed limits stay? Ohio leaders plan study
A new report shows sharp increases in fatal accidents in such zones in the Buckeye State.
Alabama police officer shoots suspected armed robber to death
The Thanksgiving Day shooting occurred at a Texaco gas station in Pell City.
Police probe possible crime against congressman whose nude photo was posted online
Republican U.S. Rep. Joe Barton of Texas suggests he's a victim of revenge porn.
This weekend's Olde Fashioned Christmas at the Mill begins Mill Creek Park holiday events
The event will take place Saturday and Sunday at Lanterman's Mill.
Las Vegas sheriff: Gunman fired more than 1,100 rounds in mass shooting
The shooter killed 58 people and injured hundreds last month.
Man stops for stranded driver on West Side I-680 ramp, gets shot
Youngstown police have been unable to locate the suspect or his vehicle.
President Trump thanks troops, himself for progress on Afghanistan, ISIS fronts
The president delivered turkey sandwiches to a Coast Guard station as well on Thanksgiving.
James Vint Jr. was sorting through items donated to the family by the community when the fire broke out
By SAMANTHA PHILLIPS and WILLIAM K. ALCORN sphillips@vindy.com alcorn@vindy.com HUBBARD A
After 17 surgeries, Sebring teen is glad to be on the mend
Sydney Samblanet isn’t the average 14-year-old. She’s beat nearly every Legend of Zelda video game in existence; her favorite animal is the spotted hyena; and she has undergone a total of 17 surgeries for scoliosis.
Raiders’ Remish is a two-way terror
The South Range linebacker has made 134 tackles, including for losses.
McKinney won’t concede race or reveal future plans
McKinney doesn’t concede mayoral race, board of elections addresses mistakes
East Side church celebrates its 100th anniversary
You could safely say Elizabeth Miller is a walking encyclopedia and historian of all things Jerusalem Church of Youngstown.
‘Great Russian Nutcracker’ returns to Powers
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The North American tour of Moscow Ballet’s ”Great Russian Nutcracker”
Nasser Hamad, recently transferred to prison, appeals conviction and sentence
Nasser Hamad, recently transferred to prison, appeals conviction and sentence
Holiday events in the Mahoning Valley
dances USA Dance Snowflake Ball: Avon Oaks Ballroom, 1401 N. State St., Girard, 4 to 9 p.m. Dec.
Browns’ Gordon practices for the first time since Aug. 31, 2016
Josh Gordon is eligible to play in Cleveland’s Dec. 3 game at the Los Angeles Chargers.
Family, friends celebrate woman’s 109th birthday
Today, Nellie Beach is thankful to see her 109th birthday.
Akron Children’s family is thankful for local care
The Plant family is complete thanks to local hospital that provided hope.
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 23
Today is Thursday, Nov. 23, the 327th day of 2017. There are 38 days left in the year. This is
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Drink it all in, Vindys fans
The Vindicator really packs a wallop. I’m talking about The Vindicator Double IPA, which is a
An illegal vote means probation for an Austintown man
Man pleaded to attempted illegal voting after voting despite lacking U.S. citizenship
Austintown man gets probation for signing dead peoples’ names to petitions
Man used forged signatures to meet quotas, prosecutors said
Akron Children’s family is thankful for local care
The Plant family is complete thanks to local hospital that provided hope.
Reported robbery
Reported robbery YOUNGSTOWN For the second time in a week, a man said he met someone in a
Shots fired at officers
Associated Press COLUMBUS Police in Ohio said an unidentified person fired several shots at
Olympic champ Douglas says she was among victims
The 21-year-old Douglas is the latest high-profile gymnast to come forward against Larry Nassar.
THE GAME AT A GLANCE Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Michigan Wolverines
RECORDS & RANKINGS: No. 8 Ohio State (9-2, 7-1 Big Ten, CFP No. 9) at Michigan (8-3, 5-3), WHEN:
Ohio Turnpike predicts smooth travel
Associated Press BEREA Smooth Thanksgiving holiday travel with no construction slowdowns is
In terror-wary NYC, security tight for Macy’s parade
In terror-wary NYC, security tight for Macy’s parade NEW YORK Sand-filled sanitation trucks
Council member-elect challenges council member’s status
Marc Cossette moved out of the village, and thereby forfeits his council seat, Sam Moffie, council member-elect says
Ohio attorney general’s office files legal action seeking removal of Mecca Township fiscal officer
Ohio attorney general’s office files legal action seeking removal of Mecca Township fiscal officer
Mathews to honor 1988 girls title team
Staff report VIENNA Mathews High School will honor its 1987-88 Division III state championship
District fires superintendent charged with raping child
Associated Press BELLEFONTAINE, Ohio An Ohio superintendent facing rape and other charges for
A look at what some stores have planned for Black Friday
Associated Press NEW YORK With Black Friday having stretched into a November full of deals,
Michigan’s ground game struggles against better teams
The Wolverines averaged just 88 yards rushing in losses to Wisconsin, Penn State and Michigan State.
Louisville: Freshman won’t play for Cards
Associated Press Louisville said that freshman forward Brian Bowen will not play for the school
Democrats face hot-potato politics of sexual predation, too
Associated Press WASHINGTON Democrats have been quick to support the “me too” chorus of women –
Cleveland police union president ousted in member vote
Associated Press CLEVELAND The president of Cleveland’s largest police union who drew criticism
Woman receives jail time for drunken crash that left two injured
Woman had a blood-alcohol level of .201 at the time of the crash, prosecutors said
Small retailers aim for emotional ties the big chains might lack
Associated Press NEW YORK Some smaller retailers will tug at shoppers’ heartstrings during the
college basketball
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US Navy plane with 11 aboard crashes into Pacific; 8 rescued
Associated Press TOKYO Eight people were rescued and three remained missing after a U.S. Navy
Counting blessings
Associated Press HOUSTON The kitchen where George and Arva Dorsey prepare an 18-dish feast every
LET’S GO SHOPPING
LET’S GO SHOPPING Below are the store openings. Bed, Bath & Beyond: Closed today; 6 a.m. to 10
Support for schools
Support for schools YOUNGSTOWN Bursts of orange are popping up across the city to show support
Navajo family gets electricity in time for the holidays
Associated Press FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. For years, Thomas and Annie Hamm walked around their
Jury convicts men for blaze that led to firefighter’s death
Associated Press CINCINNATI An Ohio homeowner and his nephew were convicted Wednesday of murder
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BNI leadership CANFIELD BNI, an international networking organization specializing in business
Uber reveals cover-up of hack affecting 57M riders, drivers
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Uber is coming clean about its cover-up of a year-old hacking
NFL PREVIEWS | Today’s games
MINNESOTA (8-2) at DETROIT (6-4) WHEN: 12:30 p.m. (Fox). OPENING LINE: Lions by 2. RECORD
record reviews Pop music releases for holiday season
Associated Press Here’s a collection of holiday albums reviewed by The Associated Press. Sia
NEW THIS WEEK
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West Siders can celebrate new library
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN All current and former residents of the West Side are invited to the
A tale of two strife-filled, hope-filled Thanksgivings
Editorial: Much like 154 years ago this week when Republican President Abraham Lincoln first officially
Prevent next season’s diseases now Next gardening season
By David Sprague OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer Well, the temperatures dropped fast the past
Christmas on Square in downtown Warren
Staff report WARREN Christmas in the Square returns to downtown Warren on Dec. 1 from 5 to 8
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Sat: Randy Velez, 8 p.m. Barrel Run Crossing
A time to give thanks
Opinion: By Tom Purcell Cagle Cartoons “Thanksgiving used to be my favorite holiday of the year. Now I
Gifts for gardeners
Gifts for gardeners The master gardener volunteers have a variety of garden art available for your
Try something new! Kokedama, Japanese garden art
By Pam Baytos OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer The art of kokedama translates from “koke”
A nod, and a nodding off, today to another year of American hilarity
Opinion: WASHINGTON Tryptophan, an amino acid in turkey, is unjustly blamed for what mere gluttony does,
Really fresh trees!
Really fresh trees! Plan your trip to a local Christmas tree farm, learn about the many kinds of
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Mangia,” presented by Top Hat Productions. Fairview Arts and Outreach Center,
Where to keep bee house over winter
Q. I bought a bee house and put it in my yard this summer. Should I bring it in for the winter?
CD RATES
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Q&A with Barbra Streisand speaks on Netflix concert and sexual assault
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK If you want to see Barbra Streisand sing live,
Santa’s Winter Barn
Santa’s Winter Barn When: Sunday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. What: Come visit Santa and some of his
“Anne of Green Gables: THE GOOD STARS” (8 P.M., PBS): Join Anne Shirley as she turns 13
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Wednesday, November 22 (90 stories)
After 17 surgeries, Sebring teen is glad to be on the mend
After 17 surgeries, Sebring teen is glad to be on the mend
Ohio AG's office seeks removal of Mecca fiscal officer
Ohio AG's office seeks removal of Mecca fiscal officer
Woman raises more than $60K for homeless man who helped her
Woman raises more than $60K for homeless man who helped her
Olympic gymnastics ex-doctor pleads guilty to sex charges
Olympic gymnastics ex-doctor pleads guilty to sex charges
More than 4,400 people without power in northern Trumbull County
More than 4,400 people without power in northern Trumbull County
UPDATE | Relative ID's Hubbard fire victim as James Vint
Man pulled from garage fire; same scene as Hubbard house fire
Thanksgiving Day 5K walk is at Wick Park in Youngstown
Thanksgiving Day 5K walk is at Wick Park in Youngstown
Ohio woman becomes second victim of tree-trimming accident
Ohio woman becomes second victim of tree-trimming accident
Ohio district fires superintendent charged with child rape
Ohio district fires superintendent charged with child rape
Hope dwindles for families of lost Argentina submarine crew
Hope dwindles for families of lost Argentina submarine crew
US court rules for spiking couple’s lawsuit over erotic book
US court rules for spiking couple’s lawsuit over erotic book
N.C. man accused of decapitating puppy, assaulting girlfriend
N.C. man accused of decapitating puppy, assaulting girlfriend
Youngstown street closures for holiday parade and tree lighting
Youngstown street closures for holiday parade and tree lighting
Stolen license plate leads to drug, other charges for Boardman man
Stolen license plate leads to drug, other charges for Boardman man
Austintown man sentenced for using dead people’s names on petitions
Austintown man sentenced for using dead people’s names on petitions
Austintown police arrest woman asleep at wheel of running car
Austintown police arrest woman asleep at wheel of running car
Mayoral candidate McKinney says he will continue working, doesn't concede
Mayoral candidate Sean McKinney says he will continue working, doesn't concede
Energy companies rise with oil prices; other stocks snooze
Energy companies rise with oil prices; other stocks snooze
Ohio Turnpike predicts smooth travel during Thanksgiving
Ohio Turnpike predicts smooth travel during Thanksgiving
Another man robbed in iPhone scam on Belmont Avenue
Another man robbed in iPhone scam on Belmont Avenue
Gun stolen in Youngstown in 1976 found in Illinois
Gun stolen in Youngstown in 1976 found in Illinois
UPDATE | No outcomes changed as board counts provisional ballots
Board of Elections workers tabulate 432 provisional ballots not counted during the general election earlier this month.
Tony DeAscentis on VTR
Ving CEO Tony DeAscentis joined Vindy Talk Radio to discuss the tech world and latest updates at Ving.
Woman sentenced to 10 days in jail for vehicular assault, OVI
Woman sentenced to 10 days in jail for vehicular assault, OVI
Habitat for Humanity dedicates new house in Boardman
Family set to move into new Habitat-built house in Boardman
Colorful, magical ‘Coco’ is a joy for all
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer At first, Disney-Pixar’s latest, “Coco,” sounds a lot
Deputy sheriffs cook Thanksgiving turkeys for county seniors
The turkeys, cooked by deputies, will provide Thanksgiving dinners to about 300 county seniors
BUZZACCO TRIGGERS SOUTH RANGE OFFENSE
Aniello Buzzacco is the first South Range player to exceed 1,000 yards in both passing and rushing.
YSU struggles past Division III Westminster
Garrett Covington and Cam Morse each scored 18 points for the Penguins.
YCS announces it will pull out of AAC
The Youngstown City Schools announced plans on Tuesday to leave the All-American Conference after the fall of 2018.
NBA all-star says he’s been ‘catfished’
Retired NBA star Ray Allen said he is a victim of “catfishing”
Watching you online
The headline is creepy. I know it. That’s why I wrote it. If you’re reading this online right now,
County touts bond rating, issues $22 million to fund sanitary improvements
$8.46 million in bonds will fund multiple
Mother gets prison for duct-taping son to chair
Woman gets prison sentence for duct-taping son to chair
HB 70 described as ‘leading sheep to slaughter’
House Bill 70’s impact on public education is the equivalent to leading sheep to slaughter, said a Lorain City Schools Board of Education member
Congressman has meeting with local law enforcement to discuss opiate battle
Congressman has meeting with local law enforcement to discuss opiate battle
Grand jury refuses to indict elderly Warren woman who confessed to burglary
Grand jury refuses to indict elderly Warren woman who confessed to burglary
Trump all but endorses GOP’s Moore despite sex accusations
Associated Press WASHINGTON Silent for more than a week, President Donald Trump all but endorsed
Lake Milton winery offers great food and wines THE MAGIC OF MYRDDIN
IF YOU GO What: Myrddin Winery Where: 3020 Scenic Drive, Lake Milton Hours: Thursdays 5-9
Magic Tree hosts fourth annual Cranksgiving Wednesday
Magic Tree Pub & Eatery will give back in a fun way again this year with its fourth annual Cranksgiving event.
Schools raise their gobble-lets to Thanksgiving
Local schools kick off the holiday season by having students create the No. 1 key to a great Thanksgiving — the tur-key
Former teen idol David Cassidy dead at age 67
Former teen idol David Cassidy dead at age 67 LOS ANGELES David Cassidy of “The Partridge
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 22
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 22, the 326th day of 2017. There are 39 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
YMHA board takes no action
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What’s in store for the NHL?
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons Let’s start with a disclaimer, just so I’m not skating on thin
Inmate’s girlfriend delivers kiss of death
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. An Oregon woman whose inmate boyfriend died from a meth-laden
AT&T prepares to fight for Time Warner
By TALI ARBEL AP Technology Writer NEW YORK Seeing an attempt to block its buyout out of Time
Maple syrup pairs perfectly with fall flavors
Family Features Autumn is the perfect time to fall in love with maple syrup. The caramelized
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Best of Ohio award CANFIELD Sam Pitzulo Homes & Remodeling LLC of Canfield was recently awarded
Rose out at CBS and PBS; Rep. Conyers investigated
Associated Press NEW YORK CBS News and PBS both cut ties to Charlie Rose on Tuesday, less than
Parasite may be killing Vietnam vets
Associated Press HERALD, W.Va. A half a century after serving in Vietnam, hundreds of veterans
Tips on using leftover holiday wine
Whether it’s a semi-full bottle of crisp white or a half-empty bottle of leftover red, there are
FCC chair sets out to scrap open internet access rules
Associated Press MENLO PARK, Calif. The chairman of the Federal Communications Commission
Unemployment rate down slightly to 5.8 percent
The number of unemployed declined by 600 to 14,000 but the number of employed also declined by 100 to 228,600
Conservative evangelicals using the Bible to push a social agenda
Opinion: When Jim Zeigler, the state auditor of Alabama, invoked the Bible to defend Republican Senate
Bill in Ohio Legislature would discourage lawsuits that suppress free speech
Editorial: There’s no such thing as a good SLAPP. It is past time for Ohio to join a growing majority of
Family Features
Family Features While the American Pecan Council’s Classic Pecan Pie is an ideal grand finale,
Selected local stocks
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Warren man sentenced to 8 years in prison for stabbing man in back
Warren man sentenced to 8 years in prison for stabbing man in back
Thanksgiving tribe seeks to reclaim long-lost language
Associated Press MASHPEE, Mass. The Massachusetts tribe whose ancestors shared a Thanksgiving
Gordon to practice with Browns today
Every day he stays committed and sober, Josh Gordon takes another step toward playing again in the NFL.
Underappreciated Barrett has quite the OSU legacy
Urban Meyer says J.T. Barrett has a desire to win that exceeds physical limitations or ego.
Steelers CB Sutton activated from IR
Reinforcements are on the way for the injury-plagued Pittsburgh Steelers secondary.
Attorney pleads guilty to stealing client’s funds
Atty. Ben Joltin agreed to make full restitution or serve prison time
Witness in Girard oficer’s killing sent to NEOCAP on probation violation
Adam J. Fletcher sentenced Tuesday to spend the next four to six months in the Northeast Ohio Community Alternative Program
Miami moves up to No. 2 in CFP rankings
Miami made a small but potentially significant move up to No. 2 behind Alabama.
nhl roundup | Tuesday’s games
Canucks 5, Flyers 2 PHILADELPHIA Brock Boeser scored twice and Daniel Sedin inched closer to a
Bullet holes in home
Bullet holes in home YOUNGSTOWN Reports said police responding to a gunfire call about 2:15 a.m.
Spice up the season
Spice up the season Family Features Whether this holiday marks your culinary debut or you’re a
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
The top five songs on the iTunes music chart for the most recent one-week sales period:
The top five songs on the iTunes music chart for the most recent one-week sales period: v “Havana”
Assad, Putin discuss post-war Syria
Associated Press MOSCOW On a surprise trip to Russia, Syria’s Bashar Assad discussed potential
Air China suspends North Korea flights
Air China suspends North Korea flights BEIJING State-owned airline Air China has suspended
Terror convict: I was mentally incompetent, entrapped by FBI
Associated Press CINCINNATI An Ohio man serving 30 years in prison for plotting to attack the
Tuesday, November 21 (89 stories)
Man sentenced to 8 years in 2016 stabbing incident
Man sentenced to 8 years in 2016 stabbing incident
Lorain leader calls HB 70 like leading sheep to slaughter
Lorain school leader says HB 70 like leading sheep to slaughter
Woman who admitted Trumbull Co. burglary not indicted
Woman who admitted Trumbull Co. burglary not indicted
Indictment returned against man in NYC bike path attack
Indictment returned against man in NYC bike path attack
VA study shows parasite from Vietnam may be killing veterans
VA study shows parasite from Vietnam may be killing veterans
Uber reveals cover-up of hack affecting 57M riders, drivers
Uber reveals cover-up of hack affecting 57M riders, drivers
Female cop indicted on charge of sexual battery of 13-year-old Ohio boy
Cop indicted on charge of sexual battery of 13-year-old Ohio boy
FCC chairman sets out to scrap open internet access rules
FCC chairman sets out to scrap open internet access rules
Conyers confirms harassment settlement; ethics probe opens
Conyers confirms harassment settlement; ethics probe opens
UPDATE | Lorain school board member speaks at local school board's community meeting
Audience of 30 so far at school board's 'community' meeting
Gordon back from suspension, set to practice with Browns
Gordon back from suspension, set to practice with Browns
UPDATE | YMHA board takes no action today on executive director job
YMHA board members huddle to discuss executive director job
Habitat for Humanity dedicates its 139th Valley home
Habitat for Humanity dedicates its 139th Valley home
UPDATE | Suspect arrested in Pennsylvania police officer shooting
Suspect arrested in Pennsylvania police officer shooting
Mom gets nine months in prison for taping son to a chair
Mom gets nine months in prison for taping son to a chair
Restaurant owner robbed at gunpoint at his Austintown home
Restaurant owner robbed at gunpoint at his Austintown home
Terror convict: I was mentally incompetent, entrapped by FBI
Terror convict: I was mentally incompetent, entrapped by FBI
Witness to Girard officer's shooting sent to alternative program for probation violation
Witness to Girard officer's shooting sent to alternative program for probation violation
2 more men indicted in slayings of couple at used car lot
2 more men indicted in slayings of couple at used car lot
Mahoning sheriff’s office cooks turkeys for county seniors
Mahoning sheriff’s office cooks turkeys for county seniors
McDonald’s to raze Chicago-area museum of 1st restaurant
McDonald’s to raze Chicago-area museum of 1st restaurant
AP source: Authorities believe border agent may have fallen
AP source: Authorities believe border agent may have fallen
Nigeria police say at least 50 killed in mosque bombing
Nigeria police say at least 50 killed in mosque bombing
UPDATE | Fire crews battle fire at former bar at Hillman, West Dewey
Fire crews are battling a massive blaze at the old Larry's Lounge at Hillman Street and West Dewey Avenue.
Ikea again announces dresser recall after death of 8th child
Ikea again announces dresser recall after death of 8th child
'48 Hours' will air story on Hoerig murder case Saturday
'48 Hours' will air story on Hoerig murder case Saturday
Mohip defends actions as lawmakers seek ethics review
Three state legislators asking the Ohio Ethics Commission to review recent actions by Youngstown City Schools CEO
It’s a wrap: Valley’s setting, amenities wow filmmakers
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Shooting for “Them That Follow” was completed
Boardman police respond to weekend crimes
Boardman police respond to robberies, theft, and more over the weekend
Collection drive aids Hubbard family after loss of house and pets
Family lost its Simler Street home after a fire Thursday morning
Pixar’s ‘Coco’ journeys to afterlife
Associated Press NEW YORK Pixar films have never been shy about death. The “Toy Story” films
OSP trying to figure out who was driving in fatal crash
Fatal accident victim dropped off at Austintown urgent care facility
Marchers for parade
Marchers for parade YOUNGSTOWN The City of Youngstown seeks applications for participants in its
Ai-Media officially launches in Youngstown
The Australian company that provides captioning services selected Youngstown to be its home for its first North American operation center.
Moore returns to court on 2001 rape, resentencing to take place this year
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled Moore’s 112-year sentence unconstitutional
Officials seek to avoid layoffs as deficit looms
With layoffs looming, Youngstown council explores other options to fight deficit
Judge expresses concern Nasser Hamad’s son headed for overdose death
Judge expresses concern Nasser Hamad’s son headed for overdose death
Class warfare getting classier
Opinion: By Will Durst Cagle Cartoons Just when you thought America had fallen down the rabbit hole
Are we at risk of overreacting to claims of sexual harassment?
Opinion: WASHINGTON The national debate over sexual harassment and sexual assault has reached an important
CBS suspends Rose, PBS halts his show following allegations
Associated Press NEW YORK Charlie Rose is the latest public figure to be felled by sexual-
nba roundup Monday’s other games
Celtics 110, Mavericks 102 DALLAS Kyrie Irving scored 10 of his season-high 47 points in
MMA event coming to St. Lucy on Wednesday
The 13-bout MMA card features seven undefeated fighters and seven who will be making their cage debuts.
nhl roundup | Monday’s games
Blue Jackets 3, Sabres 2 BUFFALO, N.Y. Sergei Bobrovsky made three of his 30 saves on a power
Heartwood steals Steel Valley Sprint
Heartwood rallied from just off the pace to win the $200,000 Steel Valley Sprint.
Hartfield’s scoring punch helps YSU
Sophomore wing Braun Hartfield’s production has been a welcome sight.
YSU gets it Dunn against Ohio Valley
Mary Dunn had her first double-double with 23 points and 12 rebounds.
Parole board to allow Weathersfield killers to go free in the spring
Parole board to allow Weathersfield killers to go free in the spring
Speaker to lecture at Arms Museum
Speaker to lecture at Arms Museum YOUNGSTOWN Visitors to Memories of Christmas Past this
Ethics panel should review actions of city schools CE0
Editorial: Krish Mohip, chief executive officer of the Youngstown City School District, insists there was no
Browns place Ogbah on I.R.
Ogbah will undergo season-ending surgery on his right foot and may need up to four months of recovery time
Ryan powers Atlanta over Seattle
Matt Ryan threw a pair of touchdown passes and Adrian Clayborn returned a fumble 10 yards for a score.
Cavaliers slam dunk Detroit
LeBron James scored 16 of his 18 in the first quarter and the Cavaliers made 11 3-pointers in the first half.
Judge to decide whether former Southington man should be forced to take psychiatric meds
Judge to decide whether former Southington man should be forced to take psychiatric meds
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Founders Exchange WARREN The Tech Belt Energy Innovation Center, 125 W. Market St., will have a
Woman hurt by Takata air bag urges owners to get cars fixed
Associated Press DETROIT A woman who was seriously hurt by an exploding Takata air-bag inflator
Justice Dept. sues to stop AT&T, Time Warner deal
Associated Press NEW YORK The Justice Department is suing AT&T to stop its $85 billion purchase
Manson has endured as face of evil for nearly 50 years
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Other killers snuffed out far more lives than Charles Manson did in
washington US: N. Korea a sponsor of terrorism
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump announced Monday the U.S. is putting North
Live music performances on TV shows this week include:
Live music performances on TV shows this week include: v Gwen Stefani: Tonight on “Tonight Show
Health seminars
Health seminars NEWTON FALLS Free educational health seminars are offered during an open house
Opioid crisis cost $504B in 2015, higher than once thought
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump said Monday that the opioid epidemic is
Burge still wired into sports marketing
Bruce Burge is the driving force that raises over $25 million for sports teams that he represents.
A Youngstown City Schools community meeting is a topic of controversy among board of education members and the NAACP Youngstown Branch
A Youngstown City Schools community meeting is a topic of controversy among board of education members and the NAACP Youngstown Branch
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Craig Beach Village Council, 6:30 p.m., safety committee, municipal building,
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 21
Today is Tuesday, Nov. 21, the 325th day of 2017. There are 40 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
US health agency to crack down on ... Risky stem-cell offerings
By MATTHEW PERRONE AP Health Writer WASHINGTON Announced plans Thursday U.S. health
Juice led to better sleep
Q. I don’t remember now if I read this here or elsewhere, but I recently learned that drinking
Monday, November 20 (74 stories)
Howland dog does not win ‘Kelly and Ryan’ show contest
Howland dog does not win ‘Kelly and Ryan’ show contest
Man faces charges after hitting another man with beer bottle
Man faces charges after hitting another man with beer bottle
Report shows regional economy diversified
Team NEO, an economic development organization that works to bring more jobs to Northeast Ohio, released a review of the region’s economy today
Amazon goes into the holidays with magnified store presence
Amazon goes into the holidays with magnified store presence
Ex-NFL receiver Terry Glenn dead after Dallas-area wreck
Ex-NFL receiver Terry Glenn dead after Dallas-area wreck
White House: True cost of opioid epidemic tops $500 billion
White House: True cost of opioid epidemic tops $500 billion
Warren City Council Finance Committee to meet today
Warren City Council Finance Committee to meet today
Austintown, Poland library groups schedule meetings
Austintown, Poland library groups schedule meetings
Youngstown man faces drug charges after bar incident
Youngstown man faces drug charges after bar incident
Marc’s employee reports being bitten by shoplifter
Marc’s employee reports being bitten by shoplifter
Man gets 21 years for 2014 shooting death, robbery
Man gets 21 years for 2014 shooting death, robbery
Technology companies, retailers send US stock indexes higher
Technology companies, retailers send US stock indexes higher
Driver arrested, manhunt continues in deadly police shooting
Driver arrested, manhunt continues in deadly police shooting
Woman hurt by Takata air bag urges owners to get cars fixed
Woman hurt by Takata air bag urges owners to get cars fixed
Young man’s shooting death appears accidental, officials say
Young man’s shooting death appears accidental, officials say
Police believe shooting suspects may be in Youngstown
Police believe shooting suspects may be in Youngstown
Santa’s in town? You need an appointment this year
Santa’s in town? You need an appointment this year
Roy Moore accuser says she was not paid to tell her story
Roy Moore accuser says she was not paid to tell her story
Officials to ask state to review CEO’s dealings
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Legislators plan to ask the Ohio Ethics Commission to review Youngstown
Faith Community Covenant Church celebrates 2 centuries of ministry
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The length of Addison Cool’s affiliation with a
St. Patrick Church in Hubbard serves up compassion at community dinner
More than 100 adults and youths from the church spent Sunday afternoon serving a traditional Thanksgiving dinner to about 250 people. It was the church’s first time hosting such an event, but the Rev. Father Michael Swierz said plans are already in the works to do it again next year.
The Game comes first: Big Ten title must wait
There are stakes beyond The Game for No. 8 Ohio State.
FOOTBALL | Ohio pairings
Here are Friday’s OHSAA football playoff pairings for the state semifinals. All games begin at 7:30
Tate of grace: Senior perfect in OSU’s win
Jae’Sean Tate made all 10 of his shots from the floor and had a career-high 24 points
Ohio should deny parole to two Trumbull killers
Editorial: Nearly 30 years later, the grisly cold-blooded murder of a young Weathersfield Township man at the
Struthers will honor Beachy, Lancy
A ceremony will take place between games Wednesday night at the Struthers Field House.
TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses William J. Schwab Jr., 23, of Erie, Pa., and Melissa
YSU’s St. Surin earns MVFC specialist award
YSU’s St. Surin earns MVFC specialist award YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State wide receiver Samuel St.
Authorities seek suspect in fatal shooting of police officer
Associated Press NEW KENSINGTON, Pa. Authorities are seeking a suspect in the fatal shooting of
Suspects sought
Suspects sought YOUNGSTOWN Police are searching for two suspects they believe were involved in
Truex goes from journeyman to Cup champion
Martin Truex Jr. capped the most successful season of his journeyman career
ABC Water and Storm District, 2 p.m., board of trustees, Boardman Township Government Center, 8299
ABC Water and Storm District, 2 p.m., board of trustees, Boardman Township Government Center, 8299
Grad students targeted
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords The Republican tax plan winding its way through Congress includes
FAITH COMMUNITY COVENANT CHURCH A look back
Dozens of parishioners attended a special worship service and luncheon Sunday to celebrate the 200th
Longtime country singer, songwriter Mel Tillis dies at 85
Longtime country singer, songwriter Mel Tillis dies at 85 NASHVILLE, Tenn. Mel Tillis, the
Holocaust survivor, 102, meets with newly discovered nephew
Associated Press KFAR SABA, Israel Eliahu Pietruszka shuffled his 102-year-old body through the
Tent city is a refuge for the homeless and displaced
Akron Beacon Journal AKRON From her home outside Indianapolis, Christy Brooks logged onto
trump administration Mixed signals sent on fate of health provision in Senate’s tax overhaul
Associated Press WASHINGTON Two of President Donald Trump’s leading economic advisers sent mixed
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Boardman Hospital Mary Catherine and Phillip Mazi, Kinsman, triplets –
Father, son travel the US repairing handbells
Associated Press QUINCY, Ill. A father and son from Texas who travel around the United States
Visit with Santa requires appointment at Macy’s
Associated Press NEW YORK Santa Claus may be coming to town, but you’ll need a reservation to
Wedding vows unite couple at Door of Hope
Associated Press SAN DIEGO A United States man and a Mexican woman have wed between the doors of
Syria: IS militants defeated in stronghold
Associated Press BEIRUT Pro-government forces defeated the Islamic State group in its last major
Many Christian conservatives backing Alabama’s Roy Moore
Associated Press BIRMINGHAM, Ala. Alabama’s Christian conservatives see Roy Moore as their
Zimbabwe president defies pressure to leave
Zimbabwe president defies pressure to leave HARARE, Zimbabwe Zimbabwe’s President Robert Mugabe
General: Illegal launch order can be refused
Associated Press HALIFAX, Nova Scotia The top officer at U.S. Strategic Command said Saturday an
Vindicator’s ‘temper tantrum’ over defeat of state Issue 2 was ghastly
Opinion: By Dale butland Special to The Vindicator COLUMBUS Like state Issue 2 itself, The Vindicator’s
Dems get nominee for special election to succeed Murphy
Dems get nominee for special election to succeed Murphy WASHINGTON, Pa. A 33-year-old former
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 20
Today is Monday, Nov. 20, the 324th day of 2017. There are 41 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Sunday, November 19 (77 stories)
Truex wins NASCAR Cup championship
Martin Truex Jr. capped the most successful season of his journeyman career as NASCAR’s champion.
Tonight's American Music Awards reflect strong dominance of male performers in 2017
In some categories, not one woman or female act has been nominated this year
President Trump: I should have left UCLA players in Chinese jail
A father of one of the players minimized the role of the president in securing their freedom
Impeachment possible after Mugabe, 93, refuses to resign in Zimbabwe
The president attempted to project authority in his speech today
Former pop music idol David Cassidy hospitalized needing liver
Cassidy, 67, said earlier this year he was struggling with his memory
'Justice League' opens with disappointing $96 million take
Projections had estimated at least $110 million in revenue for the superhero film's opening weekend
Country singer, songwriter Mel Tillis died at 85
The Country Music Hall of Fame winner wrote more than 1,000 songs
Winless Browns fall to Jaguars 19-7 but still make NFL history
At 4 wins and 43 losses, Cleveland now has the worst record over three years in NFL history
At Macy's Herald Square, chance to see Santa is by reservation only
The move toward online appointments with St. Nick is designed to decrease wait times
Cities using traffic cameras to generate revenue would lose state funding if bill in Legislature passes
It is designed to test the theory that traffic cameras in cities such as Youngstown are designed to curtail crashes, not boost municipal revenue.
Ohio Supreme Court justice apologizes again for comments on his sexual adventures
In his original post, the Democratic candidate for governor had regaled about his past with 50 women.
The Moore mystique: Many Christians view Alabama candidate for Senate as champion of conservatism
The 'Ten Commandments Judge' continues to win support despite sexual abuse allegations
Penguins romp, await playoff invite
Call it a never-say-die attitude or just wishful thinking, Youngstown State’s football team isn’t quite ready to close the book on the 2017 season.
4 Youngstown attorneys get significant raises during McNally's final weeks
The mayor-elect says raises during a budget crunch won’t be tolerated when he takes over.
Tom Humphries’ farewell ends with a toast
The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber had a Farewell to Tom Humphries, chamber CEO, on Saturday night.
4 area vets posthumously receive Congressional Gold Medals
The recipients served with the Army’s 65th Infantry Regiment, a Puerto Rican regiment known as the “Borinqueneers.”
Shots for Tots’ efforts keep rolling: Group collects 200+ bikes for kids
More than 100 people celebrated the results of the yearlong charitable effort during Saturday evening’s fourth annual Shots for Tots appreciation party at Master’s Bar & Grill, at 1675 Trumbull Ave., just off Belmont Avenue.
METRO DIGEST || Fatal crash Saturday on Shields Road
Fatal crash Saturday on Shields Road CANFIELD One man is dead after a crash on U.S. Route 62
ARMED FORCES
AAbout 40 soldiers from the Ohio National Guard’s 137th Signal Co. based in Newark, Ohio, who had been deployed since Oct. 11 providing communications support to hurricane relief efforts in Puerto Rico, arrived home Wednesday at Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base in Columbus.
Burge will speak to Curbstone
Burge will speak to Curbstone BEAVER TOWNSHIP Bruce Burge, a retail vendor for the NBA’s
METRO DIGEST || Holiday closures at library
Library closures CAMPBELL The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County’s Library Express
HOLIDAY TV & MOVIES
Here’s a list of holiday programming for several television channels from today through Christmas
Y'town schools paid firm linked to 1 that paid CEO
Youngstown schools CEO Krish Mohip said told The Vindicator last week he wasn’t aware that Curriculum Associates’ iReady program is an ERDI partner, nor does he know of any other programs affiliated with ERDI that he’s implemented since starting in Youngstown in July 2016. He picked iReady because he saw a need, IReady worked well for him in Chicago and he believed it would succeed in Youngstown, he said.
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 19
Today is Sunday, Nov. 19, the 323rd day of 2017. There are 42 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Junior Civic League to crown Miss Cinderella on Friday
Junior Civic League to crown Miss Cinderella on Friday
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard
High-stakes skirmish in Ala.
Opinion: BIRMINGHAM, Ala. But for the bomb, the four would be in their 60s, probably grandmothers. Three
Time to simplify the US tax code
Opinion: I am a lawyer. As state auditor, I know more than a little about accounting and taxes. And with all
Mahoning County election grabs attention of the state
Editorial: Is Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted letting the fox guard the henhouse when he asks the Mahoning
Is Betras to blame for foul election?
Opinion: Perhaps David Betras, chairman of the Mahoning County Democratic Party, was counting on his knee-
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS
The Huntington Bank to Premier Real Estate Management LTD, Youngstown-Poland Road, Youngstown,
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS columbiana county new cases Absolute Resolution Investments v. Nancy McCoy, money.
Theme park expo offers preview of what’s new for 2018
By TERRANCE HARRIS Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. This year’s theme park expo in Orlando,
Be cautious in preparing for disaster
Q. With all the horrific weather disasters occurring, how does one prepare for something like this
Drug leads to gambling, compulsive shopping
Q. I have had restless legs syndrome for as long as I can remember. I was given Mirapex in 2010, and
Trump delays new policy on importing elephant trophies
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump said he’s delaying a new policy allowing
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, noon, 82 Ohltown Road. Boardman school board, 6:30
Low voter turnout in Canfield is disgraceful
Opinion: Low voter turnout in Canfield is disgraceful I sincerely hope that those who need to will read
Businesses lure seasonal help with chances for other jobs
By Joyce M. ROSENBERG AP Business Writer NEW YORK Every fall, the staff count at Fun.com
Authorities seeking person who killed cop
Associated Press NEW KENSINGTON, PA. Pennsylvania residents who came to the aid of a rookie
Schools adept at shoring up security at any hint of danger
Associated Press It’s a familiar scenario: A school official, hearing about a potential danger
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
HIRED The Peter Allen Inn & Event Center recently hired Aundrea Cika Heschmeyer as general
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Code Youngstown schedules event YOUNGSTOWN A Code Youngstown Winter 2017 Meetup hosted by Drund,
publishers weekly best-sellers For the week ending Nov. 12
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Midnight Line” by Lee Child (Delacorte) 2. “The Rooster Bar” by John
US appeals court rules against jail guard sued after 2012 brawl
Associated Press CINCINNATI A divided federal appeals court panel has ruled that an Ohio county
Youngstown native is published again
Youngstown native is published again Joseph Pasquarella Jr., author of “Elegy of the Song Sparrow”
Ohio justice deletes Facebook post, tells people to ‘lighten up’
Associated Press CLEVELAND An Ohio Supreme Court justice and Democratic gubernatorial candidate
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Palestinians vow to suspend talks if US closes PLO mission
Palestinians vow to suspend talks if US closes PLO mission WASHINGTON The Palestinians
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Warren Philharmonic Orchestra, 3 p.m.: A lively concert ($25 at the
Story of Ona Judge, escaped slave of George Washington, sparks new interest Life on the run
By MICHAEL CASEY Associated Press PORTSMOUTH, N.H. Stepping off a boat in a New Hampshire port
Children’s museum to close for repairs
Children’s museum to close for repairs CINCINNATI A Cincinnati museum will be closed through the
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
area bowling scores
amron lanes Taylor Kia Double Duos — Carl Cramer Jr. 268-711, Jim Diver 279-705, Vern Hildreth
AC/DC founding member Malcolm Young dead at 64
Associated Press NEW YORK Malcolm Young, the rhythm guitarist and guiding force behind the bawdy
FOOTBALL | Ohio pairings
Here are Friday’s OHSAA football playoff pairings for the state semifinals. All games begin at 7:30
A look at what didn’t happen last week
Associated Press A roundup of some of the most popular, but completely untrue, headlines of last
Saturday, November 18 (79 stories)
Shots for Tots surpasses goal of 200 bikes for kids this Christmas
Sometimes only a few years are needed to see an individual effort toward brightening others’ holidays mushroom into a community undertaking of generosity. J
Congressional Gold Medal awarded tonight to deceased veterans of Army's Puerto Rican regiment
Four Mahoning Valley veterans were posthumously honored Saturday night with the Congressional Gold Medal for service rendered more than 60 years ago.
Popular deduction targteted in GOP tax bill would lead to higher taxes for millions
A Georgia congressman said Republicans are eliminating the state and local deduction to help pay for tax cuts for businesses and the wealthy.
2nd meeting for public input Tuesday in Warren
The second of two meetings for the public to share their thoughts on the future of Warren will be at 6 p.m. Tuesday in Warren City Council chambers, 391 Mahoning Ave. NW.
50-plus Alabama pastors declare Moore incompatible with Christianity, unfit for office
Thursday's news conference was designed to send a powerful message to the political world that religious conservatives across America remain committed to Moore. But an anti-Moore rally at a Birmingham church today drew more than 100 people.
AC/DC founding member Malcolm Young dead at 64
AC/DC announced the death Saturday on their official Facebook page and website.
YSU closes season with a victory
Youngstown State finishes the year with a victory and a winning season
Missouri State breaks shutout against YSU
A field goal removes Missouri State's zero on the scoreboard
YSU routs Missouri State in the first half
Youngstown State shuts out Missouri State in the first half
Buzzacco, South Range overwhelm Black River
South Range will meet Pemberville Eastwood in a Division V state semifinal.
TCI inmate accuses state of religious discrimination
The Rastafarian says prison employees held him down and force-cut his dreadlocks on multiple occassions.
Akron SVSM rallies to defeat Canfield
The Cardinals led 10-0 at halftime, but couldn’t keep the lead.
Home-ice frustration continues for Phantoms
The Phantoms have been outscored 23-14 at the Covelli Centre.
McGuffey Elementary students celebrate a young hero fighting blood cancer
Landen Fitzgerald-Green was diagnosed with blood cancer in 2015 after he fell down the stairs.
Better Bears coming to YSU
Missouri State is the ideal opponent for the situation Youngstown State faces.
Fundraisers will benefit Vint family after losing home, pets in fire
Although some members of the family were hospitalized for a night, they all made it out of the house. Their three dogs and one bird, however, did not.
Charges filed against man who sought “sniper rifle”
The Jordanian man is expected to plead guilty and lose his U.S. residency.
LeBron, Cavs work overtime for fourth straight win
LeBron James had 39 points and 14 rebounds in 46 minutes.
Growing beards at YSU
Young men at Youngstown State University had the opportunity to learn how to grow and maintain fantastic facial hair.
Howling Howland dog is finalist on TV show contest
Staff report WARREN Pam Baker of Howland has a golden retriever with a golden voice. The dog,
South-Asian comedians aren’t laughing at ‘Simpsons’ character ‘The Problem with Apu’
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK Growing up in New York in the 1980s,
Garth Brooks on new book, lip synching
Garth Brooks on new book, lip synching By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Garth
record Reviews
Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings Album: “Soul of a Woman” Grade: A Sharon Jones recorded “Soul of
METRO DIGEST || Horses removed from Brookfield home
Horses removed BROOKFIELD Humane agents removed two horses from a township residence Friday, The
METRO DIGEST || Filming showers in Geneva
A federal judge sentenced a Cleveland man who attempted to film people showering at Geneva State Park to 20 years in prison.
New welding school provides jobs, new starts
Visitors to Flying HIGH Inc. wander through the nonprofit organization’s welding school on the North Side after its ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday.
As sex scandals topple the powerful ... Why not Trump?
Associated Press WASHINGTON “You can do anything,” Donald Trump once boasted, speaking of
VA exploring idea of merging health system with Pentagon’s
Associated Press WASHINGTON As part of its effort to expand private health care, the Department
Tesla electrifying trucking industry
Associated Press DETROIT After more than a decade of making cars and SUVs – and, more recently,
Mitsubishi recalls 84,000 small cars
Associated Press DETROIT Mitsubishi is recalling nearly 84,000 small cars in the U.S. because
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Ultra-wealthy win in Senate tax bill while others face hikes
Associated Press WASHINGTON The ultra-wealthy, especially those with dynastic businesses – like
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Ballet performance, 2 and 7 p.m.: Ballet Western Reserve presents a
Improving student behavior one Y-Buck reward at a time
Opinion: The legacy of esteemed American behavioral psychologist Burrhus Frederic Skinner lives on in the
Allegations against Alabama’s Roy Moore dividing GOP women
Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. Standing on the white marble steps of Alabama’s Capitol,
Groups: Killings of transgender people on rise
Associated Press NEW YORK At least 25 transgender people in the United States have been homicide
Meyer: OSU won’t look past Illinois
Urban Meyer prohibited talk among players of the upcoming Michigan game or the Big Ten championship game that may follow.
Jennifer Hudson gets protection order against ex-fiance
Jennifer Hudson gets protection order against ex-fiance CHICAGO Jennifer Hudson has obtained an
Klays 4 Kids
Klays 4 Kids West Middlesex, Pa. Hidden Valley Sportsmen’s Club, 268 Gilkey Road, is having a
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Ashanti Roberts and Christopher Tell, Youngstown, girl,
Pair indicted for one day burglary, arson spree
Also accused of driving through deli doors two days later
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 18
Today is Saturday, Nov. 18, the 322nd day of 2017. There are 43 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Federal lawsuit over Bible in the Schools program dismissed
Associated Press BLUEFIELD, W.VA. A judge has dismissed a federal lawsuit against a West
Billy Price an Outland Trophy semifinalist
Billy Price an Outland Trophy semifinalist COLUMBUS Less than a week after becoming Ohio State’s
101-year-old killed in California blazes told wife to flee
101-year-old killed in California blazes told wife to flee SANTA ROSA, Calif. A 101-year-old
Unemployment down in Ohio, still higher than national rate
Unemployment down in Ohio, still higher than national rate
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: To be announced.
NFL investigating allegation against Winston
Associated Press TAMPA, Fla. The NFL is investigating an allegation that Jameis Winston groped a
Gianna Nolfi and Scott Jakubek to be married in early December
Gianna Nolfi and Scott Jakubek to be married in early December.
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Holiday open house CANFIELD Burke Decor, 1419 Boardman-Canfield Road, Suite 280, will have its
Student therapy dog can stay in sorority house amid dispute
Associated Press COLUMBUS A university student’s therapy dog has been allowed to stay in an
Appreciating origins of the turkey
Thanksgiving has become my favorite holiday. It’s a time to gather with family and friends, have a
THANKSGIVING SERVICES
THANKSGIVING SERVICES St. Columba Cathedral, 159 W. Rayen Ave., Youngstown: Thanksgiving Day Mass
Taking stock of my stuff
No doubt I will get several more opportunities to fish before the weather locks me off the lakes,
Pipeline leak won’t affect last regulatory hurdle
Associated Press LINCOLN, Neb. Discovery of a 210,000-gallon oil leak from the Keystone
3 pastors accused of luring teen girls and paying for sex
Associated Press TOLEDO Three pastors worked together to entice teen girls to have sex, often
FROM ANDREWS MCMEEL SYNDICATION
Opinion: FROM ANDREWS MCMEEL SYNDICATION FOR RELEASE: IMMEDIATE DATED: 11/8/17 By Ann
The new Democratic spin cycle launders money, gets out sleaze
Opinion: By Ann Coulter Andrews McMeel Syndication The Democrats have two very different profiles. One is
Fat cats will get fatter
Opinion: By Chuck Collins OtherWords Republicans are pushing a huge corporate tax cut bill through
Summary of police activity in Canfield and Austintown
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield and Austintown:
No gobble gobble for Thanksgiving
Opinion: Growing up during the Great Depression era, I had never seen a turkey let alone eaten it. Today
Fiery exchange erupts between Sens. Hatch, Brown
Associated Press WASHINGTON A debate between two senators over whether Republican tax cuts are
LDS Church posts restricted handbook online, removes it
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints briefly posted
Friday, November 17 (131 stories)
Job center opens new welding school on Youngstown's North Side
Centered in one of the most economically distressed areas of the city, Flying HIGH Inc.’s new welding school hopes to play a part in improving the area.
McGuffey students raising funds to help 7-year-old with cancer
William Holmes McGuffey Elementary students celebrated a young hero fighting blood cancer Friday afternoon.
Jordanian to lose green card, return home after attempt to buy 'sniper rifle' in Boardman
U.S. Attorneys filed a bill of information against a man who raised suspicions when he asked for a “sniper rifle for training” at a Boardman sporting-goods store.
Collection set for Hubbard family displaced by fire
Katie Vint, 11, salvaged a burnt stuffed animal from where her family’s 434 Simler Ave. home caught fire early Thursday.
Warren police find man dead in parked vehicle at McDonald's
Warren police find man dead in parked vehicle at McDonald's
Pennsylvania’s jobless rate sees new post-recession low
Pennsylvania’s jobless rate sees new post-recession low
Ohio extends time to apply for medical marijuana licenses
Ohio extends time to apply for medical marijuana licenses
Sen. Hatch to Dems saying tax cuts are for rich: 'Bull crap'
Sen. Hatch to Dems saying tax cuts are for rich: 'Bull crap'
Send The Vindicator your holiday season event information
Send us your holiday season event information
Wife of Alabama Senate candidate Moore says he won't quit
Wife of Alabama Senate candidate Moore says he won't quit
UN panel agrees to move ahead with debate on 'killer robots'
UN panel agrees to move ahead with debate on 'killer robots'
2 charged after dad killed defending young son from theft
2 charged after dad killed defending young son from theft
Pa. couple sues after police mistake hibiscus for marijuana
Pa. couple sues after police mistake hibiscus for marijuana
Claims now accepted for $586M Western Union fund for fraud victims
Claims now accepted for $586M Western Union fund for fraud victims
VA exploring idea of merging health system with Pentagon
VA exploring idea of merging health system with Pentagon
Warren cops arrest man with gun after traffic stop
Warren cops arrest man with gun after traffic stop
Family says man who shot officer thought it was a break-in
Family says man who shot officer thought it was a break-in
Ex-Homeland Security czar Ridge recovering from heart attack
Ex-Homeland Security czar Ridge recovering from heart attack
Experts brought in after 210,000-gallon oil spill from Keystone pipeline
Experts brought in after 210,000-gallon oil spill from Keystone pipeline
UK agency investigates mid-air collision with casualties
UK agency investigates mid-air collision with casualties
10,744 more Kennedy assassination records released
10,744 more Kennedy assassination records released
Ohio man charged with conspiring to hire a hit man
Ohio man charged with conspiring to hire a hit man
Charges filed against man who sought 'sniper rifle' in Boardman
Charges filed against man who sought 'sniper rifle' in Boardman
Phantom Fireworks announces new contest with the Cavaliers
Phantom Fireworks Announces New Enter to Win Contest with the Cleveland Cavaliers
Franken apologizes after woman says he kissed, groped her
Franken apologizes after woman says he kissed, groped her
Youngstown police find guns, suspected drugs in city homes
Youngstown police find guns, suspected drugs in city homes
Markets Right Now: A weak open for US stock indexes
Markets Right Now: A weak open for US stock indexes
Highlights of House, Senate GOP bills to overhaul tax code
Highlights of House, Senate GOP bills to overhaul tax code
TCI inmate accuses state of religious discrimination
TCI inmate accuses state of religious discrimination
Sutliff Museum in Warren hosts fall open house Saturday
Sutliff Museum in Warren hosts fall open house Saturday
Trump to host NCAA champs, So. Carolina women decline invite
Trump to host NCAA champs, So. Carolina women decline invite
Aaron Hernandez house sells to real-estate investor for $1M
Aaron Hernandez house sells to real-estate investor for $1M
Ohio man gets 20 years for trying to record above showers
Ohio man gets 20 years for trying to record above showers
Selective outrage: Trump criticizes Franken, silent on Moore
Selective outrage: Trump criticizes Franken, silent on Moore
Mugabe makes 1st public appearance amid pressure to exit
Mugabe makes 1st public appearance amid pressure to exit
Notorious Mafia 'boss of bosses' Toto Riina dead at 87
Notorious Mafia 'boss of bosses' Toto Riina dead at 87
MVOC governing board meeting set for Nov. 27 is canceled
MVOC governing board meeting set for Nov. 27 is canceled
20 injured in fire at Pennsylvania senior living community
20 injured in fire at Pennsylvania senior living community
Ai-Media celebrates launch of North American operation in Youngstown
On Monday, Ai will celebrate the launch of its Center of Excellence at the Youngstown Business Incubator.
Canfield lays it all on the line
The Cardinals’ offensive linemen have been unsung heroes throughout the season.
Hiner: Cardinals have been waiting for a chance at Akron SV-SM
This is personal for the Cardinals, who lost to the Irish in a first-round game in 2015.
SPORTS DIGEST || Four locals among YSU track signees
Four area athletes are among 12 who have signed their National Letters of Intent with Youngstown State’s track and field teams.
Conciliator awards Trumbull jail officers pay hikes
With Trumbull County officials and the Ohio Patrolmen’s Benevolent Association failing to reach an agreement on their own, a conciliator made the decision to award pay raises for 62 corrections officers at the county jail.
Girard continues support for Leo family
After officer Justin Leo was killed, Girard Police Department started a memorial fund and local businesses hosted fundraisers.
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL REGIONAL PAIRINGS
All games kick off tonight at 7:30 DIVISION I Region 1: 1 Cle. St. Ignatius (11-1) vs. 3
Browns hope healthy Coleman can heat up offense
Corey Coleman has endured the pain of losing along with his Browns teammates for two months.
Shootings disrupt Showtime series
By DAVID BAUDER AP Media Writer NEW YORK It came as little surprise to producers, but
‘Wonder’ is sweet and soaked in empathy Message movie
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer It’s hard for us cynical souls to walk into a movie advertised with
A night of magic, comedy at LaBrae
Staff report WARREN The Youngstown Magic Club will present its annual Night of Comedy And Magic,
First Presbyterian Church's free Thanksgiving dinner more than a meal
Thursday’s dinner was the 37th annual holiday meal for the church.
Sheriff Greene: Low pay leads to loss of deputies
The sheriff said he also suspects the pay level affects the field of potential deputies who apply for positions.
Niles superintendent asks state for fiscal plan extension
The superintendent wants an extension to Dec. 31 to submit the district’s financial plan.
MCCTC students learn to use life-saving tools
Special tools are used to remove, cut or pry external parts of vehicles open to extract people as quickly and safely as possible
Lidl terminates Austintown property purchase
Two properties on Mahoning Avenue in Austintown were the designated site for a new location for the German grocery store chain.
METRO DIGEST || Appreciation for teachers from Goodwill
Appreciation for teachers from Goodwill YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries will show
Commissioners OK bond issue to Mercy Health
Allen County will issue bonds, which required Mahoning County approval
Valley retailers get ready for Black Friday
Assistant Manager Brandon Wood stocks the shelves with one of the seasons' hot items, a Imaginext Batbox Extreme, Thursday at the Walmart Supercenter in Boardman.
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, various
Accused of smuggling drugs into facility
Accused of smuggling drugs into facility YOUNGSTOWN A Niles woman is accused of supplying the
Ground breaks on Fitch athletic complex
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Austintown Fitch High School broke ground on Nov. 8 for the
Poland library combines crafting and literacy
by ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Poland library hosted Listen and Create on Sept. 25 for
Poland library teaches lesson for babies in literacy and sound
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Poland library helped babies discover sounds on Sept.
Speakers and prizes at Poland Union Elementary
by ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Poland Union Elementary welcomed guest speakers to the
Dobbins third grade performs patriotic concert
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The third-graders of Dobbins Elementary School performed a
County mulls purchase of new voting machines
Hybrid machines could be in place by May’s primary, officials said
JLY hosts first annual meeting
The Junior League of Youngstown hosted its first meeting of the year at Junior Achievement of
CVMS presents Supper with Shakespeare
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield Village Middle School’s fifth- and sixth-grade
Windsor House has grand opening in Canfield
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Windsor House at Canfield, Mahoning Valley’s newest skilled
CHS students show spirit at pep rally
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at Canfield High School wrapped up Spirit Week with
CHC students get Tae Kwon Do lesson
C.H. Campbell Elementary School students learned some important life skills, along with learning Tae Kwon Do from Master Justin Taylor Jr., during gym class the week of Nov. 6. Master Taylor is the owner of the Junior Tae Kwon Do School in Boardman.
BHS’s Emerging Leaders help clean up Youngstown
Boardman High School’s Emerging Leaders club joined with the United Way to “fight blight“ on Sept.
Fire department visits Stadium Elementary
by ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Kindergartners at Boardman Stadium Elementary received a
Ohio artist visits BCIS to share inspiring story
Ohio artist Ron Moore Jr. visited Boardman Center Intermediate School on Oct. 11. The Alliance
Boardman athletes sign letters of intent
On the first day of the NCAA early signing period, five Spartan student athletes signed their
Boardman Park has a night for mothers and sons
Boardman Park hosted its Mom and Son Date Knight event on Nov. 8 and 9 at the Laricca Family Community Center.
Popular holiday event celebrates 10th anniversary
The Memories of Christmas Past at the Arms Family Museum event is celebrating its 10th anniversary
Holiday event celebrates 10th anniversary
The Memories of Christmas Past at the Arms Family Museum event is celebrating its 10th anniversary
Local holiday event celebrates 10th anniversary
The Memories of Christmas Past at the Arms Family Museum event is celebrating its 10th anniversary
Popular local holiday event celebrates 10th anniversary
The Memories of Christmas Past at the Arms Family Museum event is celebrating its 10th anniversary
Group challenges AMS to promote positivity
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Rachel’s Challenge had a series of presentations on Oct. 12
Austintown Fire Department teaches fire safety to AES students
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Austintown PTA invited the fire department to Austintown
Fitch High School honors vets with lunch
Austintown Fitch High School invited 27 veterans to their school to eat and talk with students on Oct. 25.
Austintown Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants winter sports news The snowy season is here, winter athletics have arrived and
POLICE BLOTTER
Nov. 7 Theft: A woman in her 40s reportedly stole three items from Go! Games & Toys in Southern
Boardman Community Briefs
Monday Night Writers meeting scheduled for The next meeting of Monday Night Writers will be Nov.
Boardman Sports Briefs
District teams announced The Northeast Ohio Golf Coaches Association recently released its 2017
Canfield Community Briefs
Monday Night Writers meeting scheduled for Nov. 20 The next meeting of Monday Night Writers will
Poland Community Briefs
Holy Family seniors to meet on Nov. 20 The Holy Family Seniors Group will meet on Nov. 20 at 11:30
Austintown Community Briefs
Monday Night Writers meeting scheduled for Nov. 20 The next meeting of Monday Night Writers will
Marcy’s law passed easily, now the hard work begins
Editorial: On Nov. 7, voters in all 88 Ohio counties approved by overwhelming margins a victims’ bill of
Devil’s best work
Opinion: By Tom Purcell Cagle Cartoons The devil sat drunk and giddy in a bar, boasting about his recent
mahoning county Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments against these people on these charges Thursday:
AROUND THE NHL | Recaps of Thursday’s games
Penguins 3, Senators 1 OTTAWA, ONTARIO Patric Hornqvist and Jake Guentzel each scored in the
ON THE LINKS Thursday’s professional golf results
RSM CLASSIC ST. SIMONS ISLAND, GA. Chris Kirk holed an 18-foot putt for eagle on his final hole
THURSDAY’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
MEN Ohio State 82, Texas Southern 64 COLUMBUS Keita Bates-Diop, Jae’Sean Tate and Micah
Figuring out Garoppolo will be key for 49ers in stretch
Figuring out the compensation to acquire Jimmy Garoppolo from New England was only part of the equation for the San Francisco 49ers
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate is two strokes way from the
washington GOP gets House win on taxes, but Senate fate shaky
Staff/wire report WASHINGTON Republicans rammed a $1.5 trillion overhaul of business and
Big Ben, Brown lead Steelers to fifth straight win
Ben Roethlisberger completed 30 of 45 passes for 299 yards and four touchdowns.
AROUND THE NBA
AROUND THE NBA Thursday’s game Celtics 92, Warriors 88 BOSTON Kyrie Irving had 11 of his 16
COLLEGE FOOTBALL roundup
No. 23 South Florida 27, Tulsa 20 TAMPA, FLA. Quinton Flowers threw two touchdown passes and
Cordray’s Ohio run draws mixed reaction
Associated Press COLUMBUS Federal consumer chief Richard Cordray’s expected entry into the race
YBI graduates 14 women, 12 businesses through WE Program
The Youngstown Business Incubator’s Women in Entrepreneurship Program graduated 14 women representing 12 businesses
Circle of sexual-misconduct allegations grows to include Franken and Stallone
Associated Press WASHINGTON Minnesota Sen. Al Franken apologized Thursday and faced a likely
Altuve, Stanton MLB’s MVPs
Houston’s Jose Altuve and Miami’s Giancarlo Stanton are baseball’s 2017 MVPs.
GM recalls trucks to fix potential fuel leaks
Associated Press DETROIT General Motors is recalling nearly 49,000 trucks worldwide to fix a
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 17
Today is Friday, Nov. 17, the 321st day of 2017. There are 44 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Spring Awakening,” 7:30 p.m.: The rock musical ($16, $8 for
California rampage puts spotlight on homemade ‘ghost guns’
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The gunman who killed his wife and four others in a rampage in
Democratic Congressman Ryan picks up Republican challenger
Opinion: Beating an incumbent is hard. Beating U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan, an eight-term congressman who runs – and
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Jackson Township trustees, 2 p.m., special meeting, 10613 Mahoning Ave., North
Phone companies get new tools to block spam calls
Associated Press NEW YORK Phone companies will have greater authority to block unwanted calls
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Airport forum VIENNA The Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport, 1453 Youngstown-Kingsville Road,
Thursday, November 16 (129 stories)
Keystone pipeline leak discovered on agricultural land, just days before XL decision
Discovery of the leak comes just days before Nebraska regulators are scheduled to announce their decision Monday whether to approve the proposed Keystone XL oil pipeline, an expansion that would boost the amount of oil TransCanada is now shipping through the existing line, which is known simply as Keystone.
Conciliator awards pay raises to Trumbull jail officers
With Trumbull County officials and the Ohio Patrolmen’s Benevolent Association failing to reach an agreement on their own, a conciliator made the decision to award pay raises for 62 corrections officers at the county jail.
Memorial fund for slain officer reaches $7K
Thousands of dollars have been donated to a memorial fund for Girard police officer Justin Leo, who was killed last month in the line of duty.
Center renamed for longtime community improvement leader
Eugenia C. Atkinson has always preferred to remain in the background as she spent years spearheading numerous community-improvement efforts. But Thursday was different.
New Nebo neighborhood sign stolen
A sign welcoming visitors to the Nebo neighborhood on Wetmore Drive in Struthers was stolen just two weeks after it was installed.
Trump reverses ban on importing elephants killed as trophies
Trump reverses ban on importing elephants killed as trophies
Niles superintendent asks state for fiscal plan extension
Niles superintendent asks state for fiscal plan extension
General Motors recalls trucks to fix potential fuel leaks
General Motors recalls trucks to fix potential fuel leaks
Muslim student kicked off Kansas basketball team in anthem flap
Muslim student kicked off Kansas basketball team in anthem flap
Marlins slugger Stanton wins NL MVP, edges Reds' Votto
Marlins slugger Stanton wins NL MVP, edges Reds' Votto
Lehigh University dissolves fraternity for alcohol violations
Lehigh University dissolves fraternity for alcohol violations
2 Ohio men sentenced for killing teen, college instructor
2 Ohio men sentenced for killing teen, college instructor
UPDATE | House OKs GOP tax bill in Trump win; Senate fate less clear
House OKs GOP tax bill in Trump win; Senate fate less clear
New Jersey Sen. Menendez's bribery trial ends in a hung jury
New Jersey Sen. Menendez's bribery trial ends in a hung jury
Ohio Senate passes bill banning abortions for Down syndrome
Ohio Senate passes bill banning abortions for Down syndrome
Lidl makes ‘business decision’ to terminate Austintown property purchase
Lidl makes ‘business decision’ to terminate Austintown property purchase
AAA expects 50 million Americans to travel over Thanksgiving
AAA expects 50 million Americans to travel over Thanksgiving
Report: VA clinic where vet set self on fire was remiss
Report: VA clinic where vet set self on fire was remiss
Radio anchor says Sen. Franken groped, kissed her without consent
Radio anchor says Franken groped, kissed her without consent
Man gets long sentence in slaying of Ohio pizza delivery driver
Man gets long sentence in slaying of Ohio pizza delivery driver
OVI checkpoint set this weekend in Mahoning County
OVI checkpoint set this weekend in Mahoning County
Tito Brown on VTR
Youngstown mayor-elect Jamael Tito Brown joined VTR now to discuss the election and his plans for the city!
Youngstown's big Christmas tree arrives downtown
The city has chosen a blue spruce donated by Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Bucci, 236 E. Midlothian Blvd., to be its official Christmas tree.
1st woman to hold National Guard’s top enlisted post
1st woman to hold National Guard’s top enlisted post
Divorcees warily eye GOP plan to cut alimony tax deduction
Divorcees warily eye GOP plan to cut alimony tax deduction
Report: Suspected shoplifters used pepper spray and stun gun
Report: Suspected shoplifters used pepper spray and stun gun
US consumer chief’s expected Ohio run draws mixed reaction
US consumer chief’s expected Ohio run draws mixed reaction
GOP, Democratic senators back bill to bolster FBI gun checks
GOP, Democratic senators back bill to bolster FBI gun checks
Police: Officer shot has serious injury, expected to survive
Police: Officer shot has serious injury, expected to survive
Markets Right Now: Stocks jump on strong company earnings
Markets Right Now: Stocks jump on strong company earnings
62 Trumbull County corrections officers get three years of raises
62 Trumbull County corrections officers get three years of raises
Job fair planned today at Metro Assembly
Job fair planned today at Metro Assembly YOUNGSTOWN The Taft Promise Neighborhood Job Fair will
Mom charged with inciting son to rampage at school
The city prosecutor called the case ‘disturbing’.
Internal affairs clears Youngstown officer at Trump rally
A city police officer who was investigated after photos appeared to show him choking a person at a rally for President Donald Trump in July has been cleared of wrongdoing.
Secretary of state tells Mahoning elections board to document error
He wants the board to document how the error occurred and what steps will be taken avoid it again
Cavs take sting out of Hornets
LeBron James and the Cavaliers made the plays they needed to extend their dominance of the Charlotte Hornets.
Estate and family of man who became ill at Trumbull jail and died files lawsuit
The inmate was found unresponsive at the Trumbull County jail, and died a short time later. The lawsuit contends there was a failure to provide proper medical care.
UCLA basketball suspends 3 players after theft in China
Three UCLA basketball players detained for shoplifting at three high-end stores in China publicly apologized Wednesday before coach Steve Alford announced they were being suspended indefinitely.
City officials: Nothing wrong with street signs posted on West Side
The signs were posted in accordance with state law, the city’s deputy director of public works said.
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL REGIONAL PAIRINGS
*All games kick off Friday at 7:30 p.m. DIVISION I Region 1: 1 Cle. St. Ignatius (11-1) vs. 3
‘Million Dollar Quartet’ star does Elvis his way
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com NEW WILMINGTON, PA. Brandon Bennett played Elvis Presley
WWII vet tells Rotary Club about fighting Battle of the Bulge
As he lay in a ditch alone, bleeding from where a piece of shrapnel had torn through his leg, Howard Friend had no way of knowing if help was on the way.
Fathers know best on South Range football team
Three starters (four players overall) have dads on the Raiders’ coaching staff.
Youngstown-Warren airport officials courting several replacement airlines
Youngstown-Warren airport officials courting several replacement airlines
‘Justice League’ is a loud and disconnected dud AN AWEFUL SUPER ZERO FLICK
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer It’s hard not to feel a little bad for the DC Comics films at
‘Stories and Surprises’ from Warren orchestra
Staff report WARREN The Warren Philharmonic Orchestra will present its fall concert, “Stories
Actors shine in ‘Spring Awakening’
By LORRAINE WARDLE entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN “Spring Awakening,” the musical by
Girard school board hires architect to design performing arts center
The center would be attached to Girard High School
Mahoning budget hearings continue with county preping for revenue loss in 2019
Overall budget numbers represent minor increase from 2017.
Youngstown CityScape announces winners of its beautification awards
The awards were given in three categories
Grant helps Alta families get fresh produce
Candy Binkley and Paulette Hodge show off some locally grown red and green peppers during Alta Head Start's semi-annual farmers' market for their students and their families. A $35,000 grant from the Swanston Foundation enables Alta to offer the fresh produce.
Angels of Easter Seals plan holiday event
Staff report Boardman Angels of Easter Seals will host its annual Holiday Brunch and Sweet
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships:
See Ohio's 125 historic covered bridges
It may surprise you (it sure did me) to know there are 125 historic wooden covered bridges in Ohio.
GM claims next-gen electric cars will cost less, go farther
By TOM KRISHER AP Auto Writer DETROIT General Motors is telling investors its next generation
‘Christmas Past’ exhibit to open with food drive
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The “Memories of Christmas Past” exhibition opens Saturday at the Arms
Long live Cedars, the legacy of the late Tommy Simon
It would be hard to find a bar owner who has touched as many lives as Tommy Simon. He took over
METRO DIGEST || Infante trial is moved
Infante trial is moved WARREN Though the news media was not able to cover Wednesday’s telephone
Judge denies motion to reduce bond in Austintown bar shooting case
Man shot at ex-wife in crowded bar, prosecutors say
SPORTS DIGEST ||
Pitt outlasts UC Santa Barbara for first win PITTSBURGH Ryan Luther had 13 points, including
NIGHTLIFE
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.; 724-308-6599 Thu: Liam Jones, 7 p.m. Sat:
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Brandon O’Keith-Rivers, 31, of Campbell, and Solomon
AROUND THE NHL Wednesday’s games
Blackhawks 6, Rangers 3 CHICAGO Artem Anisimov scored three times in the third period against
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
NFL roundup
BUFFALO BILLS Tyrod Taylor benched in favor of rookie QB ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. Tyrod Taylor has
Republicans now believe Moore’s accusers, but they didn’t Trump’s
Opinion: WASHINGTON Question for Republicans: If you believe the women now, why didn’t you believe the
sNCAA FOOTBALL roundup
EASTERN MICHIGAN 27, MIAMI (OHIO) 24 Roback throws two TD passes for Eagles OXFORD Brogan
WEDNESDAY’S TOP 25 COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
MEN No. 9 North Carolina 93, Bucknell 81 CHAPEL HILL, N.C. Luke Maye scored 20 points and No.
Knicks 106, Jazz 101
Knicks 106, Jazz 101 NEW YORK Tim Hardaway Jr. scored 26 points, including a key 3-pointer with
Are you giving thanks?
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons As far as Thanksgiving songs are concerned, “Over the River and
Rise in hate crimes in US last year is not surprising
Editorial: We don’t expect Presi- dent Donald J. Trump to take responsibility for the spike in hate crimes,
America Makes hosts largest members meeting yet
Largest gathering of members since the inception of America Makes in 2012
Pastors indicted on charges involving child-sex trafficking
Pastors indicted on charges involving child-sex trafficking TOLEDO A third Ohio pastor has
US stocks decline for a 2nd-straight day; oil falls
Associated Press Technology companies led U.S. stocks lower Wednesday, giving the market its
Jawing Jag: Gipson’s verbal volleys fuel Sunday’s matchup
Jacksonville safety Tashaun Gipson has provided bulletin-board material for the Browns.
Thousands mourn 8 members of family killed in Texas
Associated Press SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, Texas Three thousand people Wednesday mourned eight
Steelers are streaking but, Titans look to make statement
The Steelers host the Tennessee Titans tonight.
Lost mail leads to dismissal of charges in OD death
Associated Press AKRON An Ohio judge has dismissed charges in a fentanyl overdose death after
Ohio calls off execution after failing to find inmate’s vein
Associated Press LUCASVILLE, Ohio Ohio called off the execution of an ailing 69-year-old killer
Trump: China agrees N. Korea nuclear-weapon freeze not enough
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the U.S. and China agree
Cuyahoga County Officials mull plate scanners to find crime-linked cars
Associated Press CLEVELAND The Ohio county that includes Cleveland is considering installing
Down syndrome abortion ban clears GOP-led Ohio Senate
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio Senate has approved a bill banning abortions based on a
METRO DIGEST || Shooting death Wednesday night
Shooting death YOUNGSTOWN Police said a man found shot to death Wednesday nighton the South Side
Council recommends city manager candidate
The search committee was tasked with finding a candidate to fill current Manager Joe Warino’s position
Trump likely to change watchdog agency as Cordray leaves
Associated Press NEW YORK Richard Cordray, the aggressive first director of the Consumer
Silence from Trump as Moore-Alabama storm grows
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump kept resolutely quiet and out of the fight
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Flying HIGH YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a ribbon-cutting
‘Where’s Rudolph?’ at Stage Left
‘Where’s Rudolph?’ at Stage Left Stage Left Youth Players will present its original one-act
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Regional Economic Development Committee, 10 a.m., 10th floor, Suite 1000, City
Enjoy the bulb clearance
Enjoy the bulb clearance You can plant bulbs until the ground is frozen. Some bulbs may not do as
Abundant, but nocturnal, they are difficult to spot The southern flying squirrel
By Amy Reeher Ohio certified volunteer naturalist Reading a book one evening I felt a presence
SPROUT CLUB
SPROUT CLUB When: Today, 1 to 2 p.m. What: Join the Sprout Club to learn about the amazing world
“Grey’s Anatomy” (8 p.m., ABC): In the fall finale, a hacker compromises the
“Grey’s Anatomy” (8 p.m., ABC): In the fall finale, a hacker compromises the hospital’s computer
Delta Kappa Gamma member shares about overseas visit
Delta Kappa Gamma member shares about overseas visit
Ezra Miller adds flash to DC Comics film
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK Ezra Miller brings an electric energy to the superhero
Julia Roberts: ‘Wonder’ is positively powerful
By JILL LAWLESS Associated Press LONDON “Wonder” could have been designed as an antidote to
Fall open house at Sutliff Museum
Staff report WARREN The Sutliff Museum will have its annual fall open house Saturday from 1 to
Red, white, blue – still pumpkins
Q. Is there a Cinderella pumpkin for real? Michelle from Campbell A. The answer is yes. The
Clean those tools
Clean those tools Yes, it’s important. You spend good money on your gardening tools. Take a few
Health care mandate repeal would remake consumer market
Associated Press WASHINGTON Millions are expected to forgo coverage if Congress repeals the
Auditions
Auditions Actors “Mangia,SDRq to be presented by Top Hat Productions in February, will take
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Justice League (PG-13) Fueled by his restored faith in humanity and inspired by
1st GOP senator opposes tax bill in early sign of problems
Associated Press WASHINGTON Wisconsin’s Ron Johnson on Wednesday became the first Republican
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Jasmine Palmer and Dustin Martin, Youngstown, girl, Nov.
Ward Bakery Building artists will open studios
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Area Artists will open their studios this weekend and next to
Wednesday, November 15 (105 stories)
Youngstown cop cleared of excessive force allegation
A city police officer who was investigated after photos appeared to show him choking a person at a rally for President Donald Trump in July has been cleared of wrongdoing.
State orders review after Mahoning County's ballot-counting error
After a mistake led to the double counting of more than 6,000 early-vote ballots, the Ohio secretary of state is ordering the Mahoning County Board of Elections to “conduct a formal internal review” of what went wrong.
Man found shot to death tonight on East Pasedena
Police said a man found shot to death tonight on the South Side is the city’s 21st homicide victim of the year.
Battle of the Bulge vet gives Youngstown Rotary first-hand account
As he lay in a ditch alone, bleeding from where a piece of shrapnel had torn through his leg, Howard Friend had no way of knowing if help was on the way.
Estate, wife of inmate found dead in Trumbull jail suing county
The estate and wife of an inmate who was found unresponsive while incarcerated at the Trumbull County jail, and died a short time later, has filed a lawsuit, saying there was a failure to provide proper medical care.
Five year strategic plan for Lowellville School District
Five year strategic plan for Lowellville School District
Trump: China agrees NKorea nuclear weapon freeze not enough
Trump: China agrees NKorea nuclear weapon freeze not enough
Indians ace Kluber wins second Cy Young Award
Kluber led the majors with a 2.25 ERA and his 18 wins tied for the most in baseball.
Youngstown-Warren airport officials courting several replacement airlines
Youngstown-Warren airport officials courting several replacement airlines
Cowboys’ Elliott drops appeal, will serve rest of 6-game ban
Cowboys’ Elliott drops appeal, will serve rest of 6-game ban
Dobbins Elementary has book fair Thursday at Barnes & Noble
Dobbins Elementary has book fair Thursday at Barnes & Noble
'God is so good' says man freed after 5 decades in prison
'God is so good' says man freed after 5 decades in prison
Infante public corruption trial moved back to Feb. 26
Infante public corruption trial moved back to Feb. 26
Despite 7 women's statements, Bush unlikely to be prosecuted
Despite 7 women's statements, Bush unlikely to be prosecuted
Ohio Secretary of State: Explanation needed on Mahoning County ballot error
Ohio Secretary of State: Explanation needed on Mahoning County ballot error
CFPB Director Cordray, who sparred with GOP, to resign
CFPB Director Cordray, who sparred with GOP, to resign
Minnesota loses bid for 1st world's fair in US since 1984
Minnesota loses bid for 1st world's fair in US since 1984
Ohio man dead, woman hospitalized after touching power line
Ohio man dead, woman hospitalized after touching power line
'Obamacare' sign-ups 45 percent ahead of last year's pace
'Obamacare' sign-ups 45 percent ahead of last year's pace
Judge refuses to lower bond in Austintown bar shooting case
Judge refuses to lower bond in Austintown bar shooting case
O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree: Youngstown tree coming Thursday
O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree: Youngstown tree coming Thursday
Aspiring actress sues Harvey Weinstein, former company
Aspiring actress sues Harvey Weinstein, former company
Ohio calls off execution after failing to find inmate's vein
Ohio calls off execution after failing to find inmate's vein
Boardman High School's fall musical 'The Wedding Singer' opens Thursday
Boardman High School's fall musical 'The Wedding Singer' opens Thursday
Reminder: Job fair is Thursday at Metro Assembly Church
Reminder: Job fair is Thursday at Metro Assembly Church
3 Ohio pastors indicted on child sex-trafficking conspiracy
3 Ohio pastors indicted on child sex-trafficking conspiracy
2nd Ohio state lawmaker resigns over inappropriate behavior
2nd Ohio state lawmaker resigns over inappropriate behavior
Youngstown cop cleared of wrongdoing during Trump visit
Youngstown cop cleared of wrongdoing during Trump visit
Dangerous Hawaii psychiatric patient flew to California
Dangerous Hawaii psychiatric patient flew to California
Police: ’Miracle’ more weren’t shot by rifle-toting man
Police: ’Miracle’ more weren’t shot by rifle-toting man
Area Goodwill stores helping teachers for the holidays
Area Goodwill stories helping teachers for the holidays
Youngstown CityScape announces winners of its beautification awards
Youngstown CityScape announces winners of its beautification awards
President Trump returns to GOP panic. Will he try to push Moore out?
President Trump returns to GOP panic. Will he try to push Moore out?
Markets Right Now: Tech, banks lead early losses for stocks
Markets Right Now: Tech, banks lead early losses for stocks
Cuyahoga County mulls plate scanners to find crime-linked cars
Cuyahoga County mulls plate scanners to find crime-linked cars
Airbus to sell 430 planes to Phoenix-based Indigo for $49.5B
Airbus to sell 430 planes to Phoenix-based Indigo for $49.5B
Trumbull prosecutor opposes parole for 2 convicted of 1988 murder, wants lie detector tests
Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins, who will travel to Columbus today to oppose parole for two Trumbull County men convicted of a 1988 Weathersfield Township murder, has proposed a novel idea to the Ohio Parole Board.
Boardman man named state’s Young Dem of Year
The Mahoning County Democratic Party chairman called him his ‘right arm this last election’.
YSU to close out season against Missouri State
Hunter Wells will have the chance to bring his football career full circle on Saturday.
Turnovers sap YSU women’s momentum
Indiya Benjamin went over 1,000 points for her career in the Penguins’ loss.
Poland grad shares real-life “Wonder” experience
The Poland students are learning an anti-bullying lesson from “Wonder” book.
Warren man could get 400 years in prison in rape case
Keion L. Stella, 35, of Dunstan Drive Northwest, is now being held on $1 million bond on Trumbull County charges and $500,000 bond in Mahoning County for crimes authorities say he committed over four days last month, including 22 rapes against three females while holding a gun.
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL REGIONAL PAIRINGS
*All games kick off Friday at 7:30 p.m. DIVISION I Region 1: 1 Cle. St. Ignatius (11-1) vs. 3
Eighth-grade fun at Ursuline High
More than 100 students from 12 elementary schools attended the Ursuline High School’s Eighth-Grade Day.
DC Comics ready to release a retooled ‘Justice League’ Lighten up, Batman
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK Peace never reigns in the pages of DC Comics. There’s
YSU professor’s husband asks for revocation of no-contact order
In October, Christopher Barzak’s husband said Barzak punched him twice.
Where to find positive tweets
It’s easy to get sucked into the negativity of social media. But for every negative post, there’s
Man pleads guilty to rape, sexual battery of juveniles
Prosecutors will recommend 25-year sentence for the Youngstown man.
Doctor who was gunned died in surgery, police say
He was a graduate of YSU and Ohio University's College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Positive behaviors earn prizes in Y'town schools
Jenna Kent, center,William Holmes McGuffey Elementary second-grader, shows off her Y-Bucks with school counselors Danielle Mordocco, left, and Lindsay DeVecchio. The Y-Bucks are earned by Youngstown elementary students for showing responsibility and leadership.
BBB talks trust at annual meeting
About 90 representatives from area businesses gathered at the Avalon Inn for the Better Business Bureau of Columbiana, Mahoning & Trumbull counties annual meeting.
Not all sexual sins are criminal
Opinion: By Gene Lyons Andrews McMeel Syndication It’s getting to where you can’t keep track of the
TUESDAY’S OTHER NHL GAMES
Blue Jackets 2, Canadiens 1 OT MONTREAL Zach Werenski scored 1:09 into overtime, lifting the
Group unveils its worst-toys list
Associated Press BOSTON Fidget spinners, a plastic Wonder Woman battle sword and a remote-
Police find shell casings
Police find shell casings YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating after finding 39 shell casings
Trump in Asia: A break from past, but few solid results
Associated Press President Donald Trump declared his first Asian tour “tremendously successful” as
Washington GOP ups pressure on Alabama GOP about Moore
Associated Press WASHINGTON Washington Republicans tightened pressure Tuesday on Alabama’s GOP
Sessions denies lying on Russia, pleads hazy memory
Associated Press WASHINGTON Attorney General Jeff Sessions on Tuesday displayed a hazy memory of
Holiday flavor with pecans
Family Features The holiday season is ripe with opportunities to gather around the table with
Man gets three years for trafficking drugs
Louis Allen trafficked heroin and other drugs on at least three occasions, prosecutors said
San Francisco utility sued for negligence in wildfires
Associated Press BURLINGAME, Calif. Pacific Gas and Electric Co. was blamed in three lawsuits
Crosby ends drought, assists on winning goal
Sidney Crosby ended a long goal drought and assisted on Conor Sheary’s game-winner.
The top albums on the iTunes music chart for the most recent one-week sales period:
The top albums on the iTunes music chart for the most recent one-week sales period: v “The Thrill
Twins’ Molitor, Diamondbacks’ Lovullo MLB Managers of Year
Paul Molitor and Torey Lovullo both presided over turnaround seasons.
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 15
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 15, the 319th day of 2017. There are 46 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Vehicle sales up YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning Valley automakers sold 380 more new and used vehicles in
Timeless classic holiday courses
Family Features When the holidays come around and you’re looking for a menu to please your guests,
‘48 Hours’ interviews
‘48 Hours’ interviews WARREN Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins and others were
Judge weighs sorority sisters’ dispute over dog
Judge weighs sorority sisters’ dispute over dog COLUMBUS A federal judge is deciding whether a
COLLEGE FOOTBALL ROUNDUP Tuesday’s games
Akron 37, Ohio 34 AKRON Kato Nelson was 22-of-38 passing for 322 yards and four touchdowns with
Detained UCLA players on way home
3 face discipline from school after scandal in China Associated Press LOS ANGELES Three UCLA
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Jackson-Milton school board, 6:30 p.m., high-school building, 13910 Mahoning
southern ohio correctional facility Court won’t stop execution of sick inmate who needs pillow
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio prepared Tuesday to execute a sick inmate who will be provided a
SCRIPTURES
Opinion: SCRIPTURES You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on
Postal Service: Red ink for 11th year as mail slumps
Associated Press WASHINGTON The beleaguered U.S. Postal Service reported a financial loss
Veterans Day by numbers
Opinion: By Tom Purcell Cagle Cartoons Editor’s Note: This column was originally distributed in 2015.
NFL news & notes
GIANTS John Greco signs with New York Giants Former Cleveland Browns guard John Greco signed a
Valley’s food bank grows, as does need to help ease hunger in our community
Editorial: Completion this month of a 2,000-square-foot addition to the warehouse of Second Harvest Food Bank
TUESDAY’S TOP 25 COLLEGE BASKETBALL
MEN’S No. 1 Duke 88, No. 2 Michigan State 81 CHICAGO Grayson Allen — Duke’s lone senior —
Boardman man apprehended by citizens twice Saturday at Niles Applebee’s
Boardman man apprehended by citizens twice Saturday at Niles Applebee’s
Opioid addiction treatments face off in US trial
Associated Press CHICAGO The first U.S. study to compare two treatments for opioid addiction
Iran to probe state-built homes destroyed by deadly quake
Associated Press SARPOL-E-ZAHAB, Iran Iranian President Hassan Rouhani launched an investigation
Energy leads modest slide in US stocks
Associated Press Energy companies led U.S. stocks modestly lower Tuesday, erasing the small gains
Tradition meets technology Whistle & Keg
A vintage steam whistle and signage from Youngstown Sheet & Tube Co. are on display, as is one of the most modern tap systems in Ohio.
AROUND THE NBA
AROUND THE NBA Tuesday’s games Celtics 109, Nets 102 NEW YORK Kyrie Irving returned to the
YSU grad to receive prestigious military award
John M. MacIntosh Jr. is a 1965 YSU grad and Vietnam veteran
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Beaver Township man charged with indecent exposure
A township man is accused of exposing himself to a Vindicator paper carrier.
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Boardman man named Ohio Young Dem of the Year
Christopher Anderson of Boardman, Mahoning County Democratic Party’s executive director for political affairs, won the state’s Young Democrat of the Year Award.
Watkins wants lie-detector tests given before Badilo, McClure paroled
Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins, who will travel to Columbus today to oppose parole for two Trumbull County men convicted of a 1988 Weathersfield Township murder, has proposed a novel idea to the Ohio Parole Board.
Poland students experience a 'Wonder' of their own
Fifth-through-eighth-grade Poland students have been reading the book in class. Teachers and guidance counselors are using the book to combat bullying.
Warren man charged with 22 rapes of 3 women
Keion L. Stella, 35, of Dunstan Drive Northwest, is now being held on $1 million bond on Trumbull County charges and $500,000 bond in Mahoning County for crimes authorities say he committed over four days last month, including 22 rapes against three females while holding a gun.
Jerrod Calhoun collects first win at YSU
Youngstown State — and coach Jerrod Calhoun — picked up their first win Tuesday night.
Senate GOP intent on scrapping health mandate in tax bill
Senate GOP intent on scrapping health mandate in tax bill
West Branch students showcase technology research Wednesday
West Branch students showcase technology research Wednesday
Keion Stella jailed on $1.5M bond for rapes in both Trumbull, Mahoning counties
Keion Stella jailed on $1M bond for rapes in both Trumbull, Mahoning counties
3 UCLA players face punishment at home after China incident
3 UCLA players face punishment at home after China incident
Military outside Zimbabwe capital after army chief's threat
Military outside Zimbabwe capital after army chief's threat
Most Cleveland police have done new use-of-force training
Most Cleveland police have done new use-of-force training
Lawsuit seeks to stop work on gas pipeline in Ohio, Michigan
Lawsuit seeks to stop work on gas pipeline in Ohio, Michigan
Second person charged with shootout Saturday at South Side bar
Second person charged with shootout Saturday at South Side bar
Fla. police hunt house by house for killer after 4th slaying
Fla. police hunt house by house for killer after 4th slaying
AG Sessions defends himself to Congress, says he never lied
Sessions defends himself to Congress, says he never lied
Youngstown police find 39 shell casings after South Side shooting
Youngstown police find 39 shell casings after South Side shooting
Boardman police arrest suspect in business break-in
Boardman police arrest suspect in business break-in
Hubbard man faces charges after passing out and causing accident
Hubbard man faces charges after passing out and causing accident
Treasury chief Mnuchin takes pitch for GOP tax plan to Ohio
Treasury chief Mnuchin takes pitch for GOP tax plan to Ohio
Markets Right Now: US stocks open lower on Wall Street
Markets Right Now: US stocks open lower on Wall Street
CBS show '48 Hours' will focus on Hoerig murder case in Trumbull County
CBS show '48 Hours' will focus on Hoerig murder case in Trumbull County
US producer prices rise 0.4 in October on higher food prices
US producer prices rise 0.4 in October on higher food prices
YBI chosen as first US site for new additive technology
A connection that began in Israel has led Youngstown to be selected as the first U.S. city to house a transformative piece of additive manufacturing equipment.
Drummond sets hometown show
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com WARREN Fresh off his appearance on NBC’s “The Voice,”
Lots of gunfire Sunday night in Warren, but nobody injured
Lots of gunfire Sunday night in Warren, but nobody injured
Operation Christmas Child seeks to give 12 million gift-filled shoeboxes
National Collection Week for Operation Christmas Child goes through Nov. 20.
Newton’s 4 TD passes lead Carolina in rout
Cam Newton threw for 254 yards and four touchdowns and rookie Christian McCaffrey scored TDs rushing and receiving.
Year after his stunning victory, Trump continues to roil waters
Opinion: By David M. SHRIBMAN Andrews McMeel Syndication When President Donald J. Trump sent out a
Trump praises Philippine president
Associated Press MANILA, Philippines Winding down his visit to Asia, President Donald Trump
Trump’s son releases WikiLeaks messages
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s oldest son on Monday released a series of
Four area police departments receive awards from AAA
Four area police departments receive awards from AAA
New initiative Opioid Network lobbies legislators
Opioid Network brings together community organizing groups from across the country
State medical board to consider disciplinary action against Dr. Yurich
Board could fine Yurich and revoke or suspend his medical license
More Centofanti Symposium speakers
Youngstown State University’s Centofanti Symposium will continue to bring internationally-known speakers to campus thanks to a $500,000 gift
How to pack a shoebox
How to pack a shoebox Find a shoebox. Decide whether to pack a box for a boy or girl and pick an
Man who sought “sniper rifle” likely to lose residency, attorney said
ATF alerted when man requested “sniper rifle” at Boardman store
Struthers Class of 1952 members attend 65th reunion
Struthers Class of 1952 members attend 65th reunion
Big Pharma frightens Ohioans into voting against self-interest
Editorial: Let’s get something straight: The behemoth pharmaceutical industry did not spend more than $77
‘All are welcome’ triggers flare-up
Opinion: By Peter Funt Cagle Cartoons HARTFORD, Conn. Driving out of town on Albany Avenue, I was
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Regional pairings
DIVISION I Region 1: 1 Cle. St. Ignatius (11-1) vs. 3 Mentor (11-1) at Bedford Bearcat Stadium
SPORTS digest
Chuck Haskell to host MMA show at St. Lucy CAMPBELL Chuck Haskell and Steel Valley Promotions
Nuisance property
Nuisance property AUSTINTOWN Township trustees have declared an addiction recovery center a
MONDAY’s OTHER NBA GAMES
Bucks 110, Grizzlies 103 MILWAUKEE Giannis Antetokounmpo had 27 points and nine rebounds to lead
Parole board denies release of men convicted in 1979 killing
David Jacobs and Charles Teague killed YSU student found in Mill Creek Park
LeBron: Smith comments shot at Phil Jackson, not Ntilikina
LeBron James says his belief that the Knicks should have drafted Dennis Smith Jr. wasn’t meant to slight Frank Ntilikina.
RECAPS OF MONDAY’S TOP 25 COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
MEN No. 6 Wichita St. 81, College of Charleston 63 WICHITA, KAN. Senior center Shaquille
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James, Korver ignite furious Cavaliers’ comeback against Knicks
LeBron James had 23 points and 12 assists, Kyle Korver scored 19 of his 21 points in the fourth quarter.
Bill would raise taxes on 13.8 million households
Associated Press WASHINGTON Promoted as needed relief for the middle class, the Senate
Boy, 2, hospitalized for possible overdose
Boy, 2, hospitalized for possible overdose AUSTINTOWN A 2-year-old boy was taken into police
Inmate will get pillow to help him breathe during execution
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio will provide a wedge-shaped pillow to help a condemned inmate
Youngstown Symphony presents Nouveau Beaujolais
Staff Report Youngstown The Youngstown Symphony Society will host Nouveau Beaujolais at 6 p.m.
Second Harvest adds food pantry expansion
Second Harvest Food Bank built a 2,000 square foot facility to meet a greater need for food in the Valley
‘Hannity’ fans smash Keurigs over pulled ads
Associated Press NEW YORK Supporters of conservative host Sean Hannity’s Fox News Channel show
Liberty trustees will wait on borrowing money for township operations
Police chief criticizes fiscal officer’s position
Boy with rare disease gets ... New skin with gene therapy
By MARIA CHENG AP Medical Writer LONDON Doctors treating a critically ill boy with a
Don LoGiudice of Boardman tells staffers for Sen. Todd Young of Indiana the story of losing his son,
Don LoGiudice of Boardman tells staffers for Sen. Todd Young of Indiana the story of losing his son,
Another woman accuses Moore of assault
Associated Press WASHINGTON A second woman emerged Monday to accuse Roy Moore of sexually
Supreme Court to hear more cases on free speech
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court will hear a free-speech challenge to a California
Walk-in flu-shot clinic
Walk-in flu-shot clinic AUSTINTOWN The Mahoning County District Board of Health, 50 Westchester
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Brookfield school board, 6 p.m., school auditorium, 614 Bedford Road SE.
Live music performances on TV shows this week include:
Live music performances on TV shows this week include: v Tove Lo: Tonight on “Tonight Show
Death toll rises to at least 430 in Iran-Iraq border quake
Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran Rescuers dug with their bare hands Monday through the debris of
Jackson willingly taking hits for record
Hue Jackson might want to borrow DeShone Kizer’s flak jacket.
2018 county budget requests in line with 2017 numbers
County officials prepare for loss of MCO-tax revenue in 2019
Lawmaker aims to cut suspensions for students
Associated Press CLEVELAND An Ohio lawmaker wants to make changes to reduce the number of young
AROUND THE NHL Monday’s games
Hurricanes 5, Stars 1 RALEIGH, N.C. Teuvo Teravainen had a natural hat trick in the third period
Bill Gates gives $50M to combat Alzheimer’s
Associated Press SEATTLE Bill Gates says he’s giving $50 million to help fight Alzheimer’s
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Talent recruitment, relocation guide CLEVELAND Team NEO and City Visitor Communications have
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE MONDAY’S RESULTS RACE 1 $28,500 - 2 yo, 5 1/2F, MSW 2B Laissez
Appeals court upholds Trumbull judge’s right to comment on opiate crisis
Appeals court upholds Trumbull judge’s right to comment on opiate crisis
Struthers Elementary to host learning night
Struthers Elementary to host learning night STRUTHERS Struthers Elementary School will host a
Congemi helps make football safer
Mooney grad Dean Congemi is with a firm that designed a cutting-edge football helmet.
Trump’s judicial choices predominantly white men
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump is nominating white men to America’s federal
Higher oil prices not causing concern
Associated Press Oil prices have jumped by about one-third since the summer on signs of stronger