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Stories published December 15, 2018

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

Browns beat Broncos 17-16

The Browns beat the Denver Broncos 17-16.


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.


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.


Robinwood Lane’s mitten tree tradition is more than 14 years old

Robinwood Lane’s mitten tree tradition is more than 14 years old


Seek bids for architectural design services

The Main Library is 108 years ago and has undergone two major renovations.


Youngstown man, considered a person of interest in triple homicide, has hearing postponed

He remains in the Mahoning County jail


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.


Tigers’ trio exorcise Devils

Drew Clark had a team-high 27 points, Evan Ohlin added 22 and Clay Medvec 21 for Springfield.


Brothers charged with robbery, kidnapping

Justin and Shawn Riley were booked into the Trumbull County jail Friday afternoon.


Harding holds off East

Raiders coach Gabe Bubon said the Golden Bears deserved to win.


Phantoms rebound to chill red-hot Steel

Murray scores twice late in major comeback.


New citizens in Mahoning County

MAHONING COUNTY New citizens Six Mahoning County residents became U.S. citizens this week at a


Boardman takes down Mooney

Pat Birch is quick to say that the Boardman boys basketball team remains a work in progress.


Mount Union falls in Stagg Bowl

The Purple Raiders led 10-0, but eventually fell to Mary Hardin-Baylor, 24-16.


Finally, a Grammy nod for FGL

By KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Country powerhouse duo Florida Georgia


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


Selected local stocks


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,


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


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.


METRO DIGEST


METRO DIGEST


Big G gets 44 in win over Cavs

Giannis Antetokounmpo matched his career high with 44 points.


N. Dakota State romps to FCS finale

Bison to seek 7th title in 8 seasons


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.


OUTDOORS digest

Lowellville gun show Lowellville The Mahoning Valley Gun Collectors is having a winter gun show


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


Emily Blunt is practically perfect in ‘Mary Poppins Returns’

SPIT SPOT! Emily Blunt is practically perfect in ‘Mary Poppins Returns’


Killing pantry pests

Q. How can I get rid of the pests in my pantry? Elise from Warren A. Pantry pests are common all


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


NOTICES

NOTICES baseball Thiel College Winter Baseball Camp — is scheduled for Jan. 13, 20 and 27 for


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


Kristin Pettola | Robert Woolley

Kristin Pettola | Robert Woolley

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The Rasiles celebrate 50th anniversary

The Rasiles celebrate 50th anniversary

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Amanda Volosin, Brady Foley plan July vows

Amanda Volosin, Brady Foley plan July vows

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Logan Bernstein | John Pitzulo

Logan Bernstein | John Pitzulo

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Suzanne Van Horn | Kevin Lang

Suzanne Van Horn | Kevin Lang

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Meghan Svetlak | Justin Moff

Meghan Svetlak | Justin Moff

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Marissa Carbon | Jonathan Pugh

Marissa Carbon | Jonathan Pugh

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The Fusillos celebrate golden anniversary

The Fusillos celebrate golden anniversary

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Library to offer computer class


SPORTS DIGEST


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.


BUSINESS DIGEST


FRIDAY’s HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE

BOYS BASKETBALL Lakeside 57, Chaney 55 SAYBROOK TOWNSHIP The Dragons’ Elijah Haynes drilled a


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


Cohen: Trump knew hush-money payments were wrong

Associated Press WASHINGTON Shaken and facing a prison term, President Donald Trump’s longtime


Ursuline Sister Scholars party set Monday

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Beatitude House Ursuline Sister Scholars holiday party and


Sensory garden ideas for ’19

Sensory garden ideas for ’19 Create or update your garden to be more enjoyable to guests and


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


YEARS AGO FOR DEC. 15

Today is Saturday, Dec. 15, the 349th day of 2018. There are 16 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED


Toy donations needed


Water the Christmas tree

Water the Christmas tree Your real Christmas tree should have a stand that holds a quart of water


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


Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard

A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard


SOCIETY DIGEST


‘Bed Bug Field Guide’ app for travelers

By Toni Beard OSU Extension master gardener volunteer CANFIELD You’ve packed your holiday


HAPPY 95th BIRTHDAY Mildred D. Politsky

HONOREE Residence: Poland Date of birth: Dec. 16, 1923, in Youngstown FAMILY Parents:


WORLD DIGEST


Updating classic film was daunting

By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. Emily Blunt loves a challenge, and in


Business debt, and worries about it, are up

Associated Press NEW YORK Homeowners appear to have learned the lesson of the Great Recession


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Extending the growing season with cold-tolerant lettuce

By Bob Eister OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer CANFIELD In the past year, I have wondered


Today’s entertainment picks:

Today’s entertainment picks: v“Miracle on Easy Street,” 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m,: Youngstown’s


Trump picks budget director Mulvaney to be next chief of staff

Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump on Friday picked budget director Mick


Judge strikes down Hoerig letters

The murder suspect cannot file any additional letters without the signature and consent of her lawyer.


Home burglarized on Mathews Road


Christmas carnival


Austism grant


Assault in hospital


Car hits utility pole


'Shop with Cop' is set


Eating-disorder group


Giveaway at Conroy's


Injection-well permit


Nature Center gift


Waterline hits snag


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