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

Al-Shabab claims responsibility for Somalia suicide bomb killing at least 23

A suicide truck bomb exploded outside a popular hotel in Somalia's capital on Saturday, killing at least 23 people and wounding more than 30, and gunfire continued as security forces pursued other attackers inside the building, police said.


Drivers beware: OVI checkpoint starting soon on Market Street

The Mahoning County OVI Task force, in conjunction with the Ohio State Highway Patrol, is conducting an OVI checkpoint from 10. tonight o 2 a.m. Sunday on Market Street at Hillman Street.


Ohio State rallies from 18 down to beat Penn State, 39-38

J.T. Barrett hit Marcus Baugh with a 16-yard touchdown pass with 1:48 left in the fourth .


Valley's movers, shakers detailed on Oak Hill Cemetery tours today

Those who visit Oak Hill Cemetery could easily notice that David Tod is buried at the top of a hill - a symbolic gesture of his prominent standing in the Mahoning Valley.


South Side killing is Youngstown's 19th homicide so far in 2017

In all of 2016, the city recorded 18 homicides.


Thousands pay tribute to fallen officer Leo at calling hours today at Covelli Centre

The officer's funeral will take place 1 p.m. Sunday at Beeghly Center at Youngstown State University. Doors to the public will close at noon.


YSU blown out by Illinois State

Youngstown State has dropped four straight games.


Mays out, Penguins scoreless against ISU

Nathan Mays is out as YSU struggles


Illinois State shuts out YSU in first half

YSU has given up more sacks and used more quarterbacks than it has first downs.


Mays injured as Penguins take punches from ISU

Ricky Davis comes in at QB for struggling Penguins


Historical society seeks volunteers


Lecture series at museum

Lecture series at museum WARREN “Victorian Collections and Coffee,” the annual fall lecture


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Undefeated Canfield romps over Poland

The Canfield High School football team was looking at the big picture entering the Battle of 224 at Poland’s Dave Pavlansky Field on Friday night.

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Hamad details feud, fight, shootings as testimony wraps up

At his trial, Hamad gives detailed description of the fight and fatal shootings last February

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Mooney clinches playoff spot, edges Fitch by a TD

Cardinal Mooney clinched a playoff spot with two second quarter touchdowns to beat Austintown Fitch, 14-7

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Not another appeal on the district’s dime

Youngstown City Schools Board of Education will not make another appeal to House Bill 70 on the district’s dime, CEO Krish Mohip announced.


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Mother presents anti-bullying book to Austintown students In honor of daughter

The book, ‘Listen to Leslie,” was written in honor of Demetrios’ daughter, Leslie, who died of a drug overdose in 2013. Demetrios, of Boardman, believes childhood bullying played a part in Leslie’s problems.


Liberty upsets unbeaten Girard

It was simple, win and get in

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Lakeview rolls Struthers, wins AAC White title

When the Struthers Wildcats failed to score after receiving an early gift, there was a sense they might regret it


2 Youngstown mayoral candidates raised about $50K each

But an influx of $41,300 from family members puts Sean McKinney ahead in campaign cash


Surging Redbirds next for Penguins

Illinois State stunned South Dakota last week


Two candidates each are vying for Youngstown clerk of courts and municipal court judge

The incumbent clerk and her challenger disagree on the office’s effectiveness


Brookfield cop charged after multiple gunshots

Jay First, 43, of Masury, is charged with using a weapon while intoxicated and for firing the gun within city limits, the report said.


PREP FOOTBALL Notes & recaps

Boardman 42, Ashtabula Lakeside 6 BOARDMAN Mike O’Horo had two rushing touchdowns to lead


Jermaine Fowler stars in CBS sitcom ‘Superior Donuts’ A sweet job

By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK Jermaine Fowler is plenty pleased with his new


Lit Youngstown offers readings by local poets

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Lit Youngstown will present two regional poets – Kevin Haworth and


Teller delivers in vet drama ‘Thank You for Your Service’

By JOCELYN NOVECK AP National Writer “Thank You For Your Service” may be an Iraq war film. But


Poland Village seeks voter approval of forest levy

Poland Village seeks new levy money for upkeep of the municipal forest


Man dies after shooting on East Side

A suspect arrested near the scene is to be charged Monday


Deficit spending, but no debt

Youngstown City Schools predicted to be in deficit spending for the next five years, but will not go into debt


CAMPAIGN FINANCE | Pre-general election reports

Candidates and issues on the Nov. 7 ballot had to file campaign finance reports for activity before Oct. 18. Only those who raised and/or spent $1,000 are listed.


No investigation by prosecutor into Leone campaign finance claims

No investigation by prosecutor into Leone campaign finance claims


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New Wick Ave. shines brighter to downtown

YSU President Jim Tressel says the new Wick Avenue will be a part of what makes the university and Youngstown first class. People will say: “I want to be a part of a place that looks like this," he said His remarks came during Friday's red ribbon-cutting to celebrate the main thoroughfare's reopening after a renovation of more than a year and about $5 million.

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SPORTS digest

YSU bowling starts Bearcat Open Fairview The Youngstown State bowling team finished 16th in


Happy at home, Astros take series lead

Houston’s ballpark was booming for Game 3


Phantoms capture first victory at Covelli

Regush, Barry and Parrottino scored goals


Braking Point Recovery Center employees go unpaid

Braking Point Recovery Center misses paychecks


Eight candidates vie for two Poland Township trustee seats

Poland trustee incumbents face challenges from six opponents


Gov. Kasich orders flags at half-staff

Gov. Kasich orders flags at half-staff COLUMBUS Gov. John R. Kasich has ordered flags flown at


Financial firm seeks foreclosure on California Palms property

California Palms owes $2.2 million to Connecticut-based firm


Mahoning Valley Race Course: TOday’s Entries

Post Time: 12:15p.m. RACE 1 $21,000, 3 yo’s & up, 1M, F & M, MSW 1 Pinchpenny (Rodriguez)121


TRICK OR TREAT | Local hours

A listing of Halloween events and trick-or-treating times as submitted to The Vindicator. All trick-


ON THE LINKS Friday’s professional golf results

Sanderson Farms Championship JACKSON, MISS. Ryan Armour shot a 4-under 68 to take a one-shot


Huntington sues Home Savings, employees

Huntington Bank filed suit against Home Savings and three of its employees, claiming unfair business practice.


BUSINESS DIGEST ||

BBB meeting HOWLAND The Better Business Bureau that serves Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull


THE LINE

THE LINE MLB Favorite Odds(O/U)Underdog HOUSTON51/2-61/2 (8.5)LA Dodgers NFL Sunday


Top 25 College Football | Friday’s game

No. 24 Memphis 56, Tulane 26 MEMPHIS, TENN. Riley Ferguson passed for 298 yards and three


Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Kenneth and Laura Kraft, Youngstown, girl, Oct. 26.


candidates Clerk of courts and municipal court judge

Two candidates each are running for clerk of courts and municipal court judge. An * denotes the


No. 2 PENN STATE VS. NO. 6 OHIO STATE

No. 2 PENN STATE VS. NO. 6 OHIO STATE KICKOFF: Today at 3:30 p.m. at Ohio Stadium in Columbus.


White House disavows Puerto Rico power contract

Associated Press WASHINGTON The Trump administration scrambled Friday to distance itself from


Even with ad campaign, OD deaths soared in Ohio

Associated Press COLUMBUS Anti-opioid abuse campaigns have targeted Ohio communities for years


Browns’ Thomas a symbol of steady excellence

Tendon tear means his future is up in the air


Prof questions if Timberlake at Super Bowl is white male privilege

Some are defending Jackson as victim


Record Reviews

Kelly Clarkson Album: “Meaning of Life” Grade: A What’s that great sound on Kelly Clarkson’s


CCW/CHL class

CCW/CHL class Niles Western Reserve Fish & Game Club, 1058 W. Third St., will have a one-day


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ODDLY ENOUGH

ODDLY ENOUGH Cops: Unpaid $7 Waffle House bill leads to ID theft ring PEARL RIVER, La. Police


JFK files reveal some new info

Associated Press WASHINGTON The release of thousands of records relating to the assassination of


Facebook announces increased transparency

Associated Press WASHINGTON Under pressure in advance of hearings on Russian election


Why are we in Niger?

Opinion: By Peter Certo OtherWords In our military-revering culture, it’s a strange thing for a president


Science says: Jack Frost nipping at your nose ever later

Associated Press WASHINGTON Winter is coming ... later. And it’s leaving ever earlier. Across


Woods avoids jail with guilty plea

Parole violation could mean jail time


Chiaros mark 60 years at surprise party

Chiaros mark 60 years at surprise party

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OCCHA will host 45th annual fundraising gala

OCCHA will host 45th annual fundraising gala

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Christina Perry | Andrew Kuchmaner

Christina Perry | Andrew Kuchmaner

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Fedors to mark 50th with trip to the mountains

Fedors to mark 50th with trip to the mountains

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Not just China: US seeks Russia’s help with N. Korea

Not just China: US seeks Russia’s help with N. Korea WASHINGTON China’s increasingly icy


Today is Saturday, Oct. 28, the 301st day of 2017. There are 64 days left in the year.

Today is Saturday, Oct. 28, the 301st day of 2017. There are 64 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED


Kizer gets rookie treatment on London trip

Rookie didn’t rate a bed on long flight


Elite QBs lead No. 2 Penn State, No. 6 Ohio State

Unbeaten Nittany Lions to be challenged by one-loss Buckeyes


Return trip to Cape May was spectacular

Clear skies and 80-degree temperature welcomed Linda and me when we arrived in Cape May, N.J., on


QUOTES OF THE DAY

Opinion: QUOTES OF THE DAY “Anyone who preys on women in the workplace is on notice.” Atty. Gloria


Bethany Bebech | Sidharth Badhran

Bethany Bebech | Sidharth Badhran

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AROUND THE NBA Friday’s games

Knicks 107, Nets 86 NEW YORK Kristaps Porzingis had 30 points and nine rebounds, and the New


New coach tries to put struggling Bucks back together

Ohio State looks to improve a 7-11 Big Ten record


OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar

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Emergency declaration on opioid abuse must be viewed as only first step

Editorial: At long last Thursday, President Donald Trump did what he said he would do 10 weeks ago: Declare


Today’s entertainment picks:

Today’s entertainment picks: v YSU football, 2 p.m.: The Penguins take on Illinois State in the


J.C. Penney shares dip to all-time low

Associated Press NEW YORK J.C. Penney slashed its annual profit forecast as it accelerated the


Fedors to mark 50th with trip to the mountains

Oakland, Tenn. Stephen and Janet Fedor of Oakland, Tenn., plan to celebrate their golden wedding


Pregnant illegal immigrant is at the mercy of anti-abortion zealots

Opinion: WASHINGTON All the Trump admini-stration/“Handmaid’s Tale” comparisons seemed overwrought. Then


Smallies offer big moments

They might have small mouths, but everything else about my favorite bass is big. Last weekend’s


RECAPS OF FRIDAY’s NHL GAMES

Blue Jackets 2, Jets 1, OT COLUMBUS Josh Anderson scored 2:38 into overtime and the Columbus


GOLF

GOLF PGA Tour Champions Powershares QQQ Championship Friday Scores At Sherwood CC


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