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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 ...
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.
V24: Holiday parade in downtown Youngstown MAKING SPIRITS BRIGHT
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The annual holiday parade and Christmas tree
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 ...
Stories published November 30, 2017
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
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.
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.
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.
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
Mahoning County Grand Jury indicts 25
Indictments from the Mahoning County grand jury.
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.
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.
Holiday parade
Holiday parade Schedule of events Friday evening in downtown Youngstown: 4 to 8 p.m.: Holiday
Broadway duo to join orchestra for concert
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Randall Craig
Holiday parade in downtown Youngstown MAKING SPIRITS BRIGHT
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The annual holiday parade and Christmas tree
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
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.
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.
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
METRO DIGEST || Toys-for-tickets plan
Toys-for-tickets plan YOUNGSTOWN Disney On Ice is partnering with Making Kids Count to help area
Will Trump-haters ever change?
Opinion: Any other Republican president but Donald Trump might expect to get at least some credit for the
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-
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1241.19-2.11 Aqua America, .71
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
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-
Bitcoin surges past $10K, then plunges
Associated Press LONDON The price of bitcoin surged through $10,000 Wednesday, adding to its
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,
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
The best birdseed
The best birdseed This depends on what birds you want to watch this winter. Cardinals prefer
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
Purple blooms indoors
Purple blooms indoors Forcing hyacinths inside is a way to bring spring in a little early.
Warren Junior Women’s League celebrates kids
Warren Junior Women’s League celebrates kids
Lake Milton Legion Auxiliary installs officers
Lake Milton Legion Auxiliary installs officers
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 30
Today is Thursday, Nov. 30, the 334th day of 2017. There are 31 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
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
Consumers ready to spend this holiday season – right?
Associated Press Americans, by most measures, appear ready to shop this holiday season. Consumer
Holiday concerts
Holiday concerts STRUTHERS Struthers City Schools will present annual holiday winter concerts
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Hobbit,SDRq directed by David El’Hatton. Trinity Fellowship Church, 4749
Steelers red-hot in prime-time
Pittsburgh (9-2) has won 10 straight games (playoffs included) that kicked off after 7 p.m.
“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,
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.
‘Drag Queen’ at Rust Belt
‘Drag Queen’ at Rust Belt Rust Belt Theater Company will present its annual production of “How the
Identity theft calling
Opinion: By Tom Purcell Cagle Cartoons Ring, ring. “Hello, this is Tom.” “Hi, Tom, I called to thank
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.
There’s still work to be done GARDEN TIPS
By CAROL SWARTZ OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer CANFIELD Temperatures are dipping, and
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
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