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Stories published December 20, 2018
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Commission votes to lift state oversight of Niles
More than four years after millions in deficit spending led to a fiscal emergency declaration from the state auditor, the fiscal commission agrees that Niles has finally righted the ship.
Need for holiday help is up, but so are those offering it
The holidays provide people with a welcome refuge from the cold, dark winter months, and no population is more in need of a safe haven than the poor and homeless.
Murder victim's uncle outraged at reduced sentence
Although he said he did not like it, Judge R. Scott Krichbaum honored a deal Thursday for a reduced sentence for a co-defendant in a June murder case
Cops bearing gifts around town today
‘Tis the season when city police show up at your door, it’s not always a bad thing.
US charges 2 hackers with alleged Chinese intelligence ties
US charges 2 hackers with alleged Chinese intelligence ties
Maroon 5, Travis Scott to perform at Super Bowl LIII
Maroon 5, Travis Scott to perform at Super Bowl LIII
UPDATE | Mattis leaving as Pentagon chief after clashes with Trump
Trump: Defense Secy. Mattis out in February
3 killed, 1 hurt in plane crash near Georgia airport
3 killed, 1 hurt in plane crash near Georgia airport
US Rep. Tim Ryan votes for sentencing, prison reforms bill
US Rep. Tim Ryan votes for sentencing, prison reforms bill
Toledo Police: Suspect in custody shot, killed inside headquarters
Toledo Police: Suspect in custody shot, killed inside headquarters
Ohio lawmaker: Improperly provided furniture promptly returned
Ohio lawmaker: Improperly provided furniture promptly returned
Veteran draws millions in donations for Trump's border wall
Veteran draws millions in donations for Trump's border wall
Dow sinks another 500 points as slowdown fears worsen
Dow sinks another 500 points as slowdown fears worsen
Illinois AG finds 500 more Catholic clergy accused of abuse
Illinois AG finds 500 more Catholic clergy accused of abuse
Commission asks state to lift Niles fiscal emergency
Commission asks state to lift Niles fiscal emergency
UPDATE | Trump scrambles to keep campaign promise as shutdown looms
President Trump: No border wall funding, government will shut down
Patriots WR Gordon stepping away to focus on mental health
Patriots WR Gordon stepping away to focus on mental health
Retirements on agenda for Girard school board today
Retirements on agenda for Girard school board today
Murder case co-defendant gets 12 years behind bars
Murder case co-defendant gets 12 years behind bars
Trumbull commissioners and transit board meet at 2 today
Trumbull commissioners and transit board meet at 2 today
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and Canfield
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and the city of Canfield
UPDATE | Funeral services set for 5 children who died in fire
Funeral services set for 5 children who died in fire
GM Lordstown supplier announces permanent closure
Just a few years ago, 600 people were employed at Source Providers Inc., which provides logistics and warehousing for the General Motors Lordstown plant.
Eleven Valley athletes sign to play scholarship football
Several Mahoning Valley schools hosted signing day festivities for student-athletes
Youngstown mayor wants EPA to reduce city’s sewer improvement expense
He wants to exhaust all options before considering a rate increase.
Bengals hoping to cool off Mayfield
The Bengals are looking for anything positive at the end of another bad season. Containing Mayfield on Sunday would qualify.
Youngstown State signs seven new players
Youngstown State’s football team brought in seven new players during the early signing period, the team announced on Wednesday
VINDY EXCLUSIVE | Downtown lot owners owe $31,603 in delinquent taxes
A co-owner said the payment should be paid within 30 days.
Canfield wrestling team tops Beaver Local
Nick Barber’s win at 106 snapped a 28-28 tie late in the match.
Mahoning County deputy put on leave after obstruction conviction
Deputy Michael R. Hunchuck, 46, of Poland, crashed his vehicle in June then lied to Boardman police about the incident, according to a report.
HIGH SCHOOLS
The Spartans picked up 24 points from Raegan Burkey and 21 from Maria Torres and held on to beat the Raiders after losing much of a 46-31 halftime lead.
‘Aquaman’ is awash in special effects and backstory
Superheroes who travel by sea horse never get any respect.
Solstice party to feature Grand Buffet, Van Allen Belt, Rebreather
IF YOU GO What: Lemon Grove Winter Solstice Party When: Friday at 9 p.m. Where: Second floor
BRIAN DZENIS: YSU men’s basketball making some progress
In short bursts, the Youngstown State men’s basketball program is showing some signs of progress
Buckeyes get first big W for new head coach
Zach Harrison made his commitment to Ohio State on Wednesday.
Girl, 12, drives car toward pedestrian, hits another car Tuesday in Warren, police say
Police said they would confer with a juvenile prosecutor Wednesday to determine what charges to file against a girl, 12, who crashed while driving a car at Tod Avenue and Buckeye Street on Tuesday night, injuring herself and another driver.
‘Bumblebee’ transforms weary film franchise
‘Bumblebee’ Grade: 3 stars (out of 4) Rating: PG-13 for sequences of sci-fi action violence
Dispute between Warren and Trumbull County over sewer charges continues
The Trumbull County commissioners have given notice to the city of Warren that the board plans to end a sewer agreement with the city in 180 days that could affect the price of sewer service for residents of the northeast part of Warren.
Fundraiser for fire victims raises $13K
Penny Wells, left, of the Mahoning Valley Sojourn to the Past, Sandra Murphy and Councilwoman Anita Davis, D-6th, right, speak in Murphy’s Flambeau’s Live restaurant Wednesday about a fundraiser there Tuesday for the five children who died in a Dec. 9 fire at their Parkcliffe Avenue home. The fundraiser raised $13,000 for the family.
Ed Puskas: Jabbar Price’s college football dream brings him back home
Jabbar Price went east and west in pursuit of a college football scholarship.
Johnny Lee Dam to headline comedy show
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A comedy show featuring Johnny Lee Dam that will raise money to shoot
Journalist killing leads to next ruler of Saudi Arabia
Editorial: Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, in line to succeed his father King Salman bin
Fed lifts rates for 4th time this year
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate Wednesday for the
Red Wanting Blue in Akron
Red Wanting Blue in Akron Red Wanting Blue will perform at the Goodyear Theater, 1201 E. Market
Port authority expresses support for Lordstown workers
Two Mahoning County grants move forward in state application process
Worthy asylum seekers, or not?
Opinion: By Michael Reagan Cagle Cartoons Earlier last week I was at an event that honored Malala
YEARS AGO FOR DEC. 20
Today is Thursday, Dec. 20, the 354th day of 2018. There are 11 days left in the year. Associated
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Thu: Ruby Hornsby, 7 p.m. Sat: Sacksville, 8
OPINION - Brown, Portman Ryan fight cuts aimed at entitlement programs
Opinion: All three need to push the congressional legislation that protects seniors’ budgets.
Kasich vetoes gun bill, bars gender identity discrimination
Outgoing Republican Ohio Gov. John Kasich acted as expected Wednesday to veto a bill expanding gun-owner rights and, in a surprise move, also expanded a years-old anti-discrimination order to include gender identity
Questions linger after delay in Flynn sentencing
Associated Press WASHINGTON The delayed sentencing hearing for Michael Flynn did more than just
Video game developers, get ready to jam
Global Game Jam will take place next month in close to 500 locations worldwide, and Youngstown will
New This week
New This week Aquaman (PG-13) ss Arthur Curry learns that he is the heir to the underwater
Senate passes funding measure
House expected to vote before Friday deadline Associated Press WASHINGTON The Senate approved
Suit alleges Facebook misled users about data security
Associated Press WASHINGTON The District of Columbia has fired the latest legal salvo against
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc.,27.61‚àí0.63 Aqua America, .20
MICHIGAN
MICHIGAN UM loses LB Bush, but adds top recruit ANN ARBOR, Mich. In the same hour, Michigan
“The Howie Mandel Stand-Up Extravaganza” (8 p.m., The CW): This event, hosted by Howie
“The Howie Mandel Stand-Up Extravaganza” (8 p.m., The CW): This event, hosted by Howie Mandel was
‘Flea Market Fanatics’ ready new episode
Staff report ROGERS Episode 4 of “Flea Market Fanatics,” the Internet reality show about the
THURSDAY
THURSDAY Pop, rock Jim Brickman, 7:30 p.m., Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown;
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Lin-Manuel Miranda challenged by dancing in ‘Poppins’ sequel NEW YORK Working on
Crosby, Rust help Penguins cool Caps
Sidney Crosby and Bryan Rust scored and the Penguins ended hot streaks by Alex Ovechkin and the Capitals.
Court rejects condemned killer’s challenge of court costs
The Ohio Supreme Court has rejected arguments on behalf of a death row inmate who wanted his court-ordered payments adjusted, saying he’s so poor he can’t afford new shoes or boots
COLLEGE FOOTBALL | Frisco Bowl
Ohio 27, San Diego State 0 FRISCO, TEXAS Nathan Rourke ran for two touchdowns and threw for
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