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Stories published December 15, 2018
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Community prays for 5 kids killed in fire at vigil tonight
The community of Youngstown and several of its clergy lifted up prayers to God for the five children killed in a fire at their Parkcliffe Avenue home last Sunday, as well as their mother and extended family members, during a vigil Saturday evening.
Elderly Warren woman dies after crash
A Warren woman, Marilyn E. Oyer, 84, died in St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital about 12 hours after suffering injuries at about 1 p.m. Friday in a one-car crash on East Market Street.
Help for families of drug- , alcohol-addicted loved ones at Thursday meeting
The city’s Transformation Team CARE Town Hall meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday at Hubbard Senior Center at 220 W. Liberty St. aims to offer support and education to families with loved ones afflicted by alcohol or drug dependence.
Santa star attraction at today's 2nd annual breakfast at Camp Stambaugh
Christmas may be more than a week away, but Santa Claus has been anything but shy about making his presence felt in the Mahoning Valley – including recent stops at the Mill Creek MetroParks Farm in Canfield and W.D. Packard Music Hall in Warren for a special holiday-themed concert.
Mount Union falls in Stagg Bowl
The Purple Raiders led 10-0, but eventually fell to Mary Hardin-Baylor, 24-16.
Boardman takes down Mooney
Pat Birch is quick to say that the Boardman boys basketball team remains a work in progress.
Spit spot! Blunt is practically perfect in ‘Mary Poppins Returns’
‘mary poppins returns’ Grade: 3 and a half stars (out of 4) Rating: PG for some mild thematic
Finally, a Grammy nod for FGL
By KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Country powerhouse duo Florida Georgia
New citizens in Mahoning County
MAHONING COUNTY New citizens Six Mahoning County residents became U.S. citizens this week at a
Brothers charged with robbery, kidnapping
Justin and Shawn Riley were booked into the Trumbull County jail Friday afternoon.
Tigers’ trio exorcise Devils
Drew Clark had a team-high 27 points, Evan Ohlin added 22 and Clay Medvec 21 for Springfield.
Steelers RB Conner iffy for Sunday
The Pittsburgh Steelers are hoping running back James Conner’s sprained left ankle will be ready in time to play on Sunday against New England.
Youngstown man, considered a person of interest in triple homicide, has hearing postponed
He remains in the Mahoning County jail
Seek bids for architectural design services
The Main Library is 108 years ago and has undergone two major renovations.
Robinwood Lane’s mitten tree tradition is more than 14 years old
Robinwood Lane’s mitten tree tradition is more than 14 years old
Brady, Ben prepare to meet on Sunday
Tom Brady had no reason to believe Ben Roethlisberger’s injury last week would keep him out of Sunday’s game against the New England Patriots. And it won’t.
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS (9-4) AT PITTSBURGH STEELERS (7-5-1)
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS (9-4) AT PITTSBURGH STEELERS (7-5-1) KICKOFF: Sunday at 4:25 p.m. at Heinz
Judge strikes down Hoerig letters
The murder suspect cannot file any additional letters without the signature and consent of her lawyer.
Trump picks budget director Mulvaney to be next chief of staff
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump on Friday picked budget director Mick
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v“Miracle on Easy Street,” 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m,: Youngstown’s
Extending the growing season with cold-tolerant lettuce
By Bob Eister OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer CANFIELD In the past year, I have wondered
Business debt, and worries about it, are up
Associated Press NEW YORK Homeowners appear to have learned the lesson of the Great Recession
Updating classic film was daunting
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. Emily Blunt loves a challenge, and in
HAPPY 95th BIRTHDAY Mildred D. Politsky
HONOREE Residence: Poland Date of birth: Dec. 16, 1923, in Youngstown FAMILY Parents:
‘Bed Bug Field Guide’ app for travelers
By Toni Beard OSU Extension master gardener volunteer CANFIELD You’ve packed your holiday
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
Obama-era rule leads to $150M in student loan forgiveness
Associated Press The U.S. Education Department said it will forgive $150 million in federal
Water the Christmas tree
Water the Christmas tree Your real Christmas tree should have a stand that holds a quart of water
YEARS AGO FOR DEC. 15
Today is Saturday, Dec. 15, the 349th day of 2018. There are 16 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Sensory garden ideas for ’19
Sensory garden ideas for ’19 Create or update your garden to be more enjoyable to guests and
Ursuline Sister Scholars party set Monday
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Beatitude House Ursuline Sister Scholars holiday party and
Cohen: Trump knew hush-money payments were wrong
Associated Press WASHINGTON Shaken and facing a prison term, President Donald Trump’s longtime
Former Pitt lineman Bill Fralic dies at 56
The three-time All-American was the first offensive lineman to finish in the top 10 in Heisman Trophy voting.
Top 10 comedic stories of 2018
Opinion: By Will Durst Cagle Cartoons Sit the kids down. Let the dogs out. Prop the grandparents up. The
FRIDAY’s HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL Lakeside 57, Chaney 55 SAYBROOK TOWNSHIP The Dragons’ Elijah Haynes drilled a
The Fusillos celebrate golden anniversary
The Fusillos celebrate golden anniversary
Amanda Volosin, Brady Foley plan July vows
Amanda Volosin, Brady Foley plan July vows
Chat with a Naturalist
Chat with a Naturalist When: Today, 1 to 3:30 p.m. What: Stop by Ford Nature Center to chat with
NOTICES
NOTICES baseball Thiel College Winter Baseball Camp — is scheduled for Jan. 13, 20 and 27 for
China suspends tariff hikes on $126B of US cars, auto parts
Associated Press BEIJING China announced a 90-day suspension on Friday of tariff hikes on $126
Killing pantry pests
Q. How can I get rid of the pests in my pantry? Elise from Warren A. Pantry pests are common all
Emily Blunt is practically perfect in ‘Mary Poppins Returns’
SPIT SPOT! Emily Blunt is practically perfect in ‘Mary Poppins Returns’
TODAY’S BOWL GAMES AT A GLANCE
CELEBRATION BOWL Who: Alcorn State (9-3, 6-1) vs. North Carolina A&T (9-2, 6-1). Kickoff: Noon
OUTDOORS digest
Lowellville gun show Lowellville The Mahoning Valley Gun Collectors is having a winter gun show
DeSmith makes 48 saves for Pens
Casey DeSmith finished with a career-high 48 saves as the Penguins ended Boston’s three-game winning streak.
CLEVELAND BROWNS (5-7-1) at DENVER BRONCOS (6-7)
KICKOFF: 8:30 p.m. today at Broncos Stadium in Denver TV & RADIO: NFL Network; WHKZ-AM 1440.
Men, like cats, find their own way to unleash their wild side
Opinion: By Gene Lyons Andrews McMeel Syndication Living as I do in the remote provinces, I often find
Increase in overdose deaths gives Valley a reality check
Editorial: Just when many in the Mahoning Valley had begun to think the drug scourge plaguing our community,
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