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Stories published December 22, 2018

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

TSUNAMI: Indonesia death toll rises to 62

The bass player and road manager of a band playing on the beach were found dead, while four other members of their group remained missing after the stage heaved foward into the audience.


Donate coats for kids

Top Flite Financial and Home Builders and Remodelers Association of the Valley donated 29 coats to Liberty’s Guy Junior High School students this week.


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Christmas Eve, Christmas and Kwanzaa services

Christmas Eve, Christmas and Kwanzaa services


LORDSTOWN CLOSING | Senators blast GM's response to queries

LORDSTOWN CLOSING | Senators blast GM's response to queries


FIRE VICTIMS FUNERAL | Services conclude with hymn

VICTIMS FUNERAL | Firefighters attend services


Federal shutdown has begun

A partial federal shutdown took hold early today after Democrats refused to meet President Donald Trump’s demands for $5 billion to start erecting his cherished Mexican border wall, a chaotic postscript for Republicans in the waning days of their two-year reign controlling government.


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Retired autoworkers send letter to President Trump

“A lot of our members believed in what you said,” the local autoworkers told the president.


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Bulldogs dominate from start to finish against Indians

Dan Kramer scored a game-high 21 points and 11 players scored as Poland knocked Girard from the ranks of the undefeated.


Huff makes Lakeview go against Niles

Carter Huff played the role of facilitator well in helping the Bulldogs to a 68-41 victory.


Third suspect charged in New Castle triple slaying

The arrest comes after a confidential informant provided new details on the Oct. 16 shooting deaths.


Kasich signs bill toughening laws to thwart ‘revenge porn’

The new law bans the sharing of private sexual images and punishes people who distribute sexually explicit images for the purposes of harassment.


Devils slow Springfield, but Tigers stay perfect

Next to using all-out stalling tactics, there aren’t many formulas that work against the undefeated Springfield Tigers.


Arrests made in Campbell car break-ins

Campbell police found a gun, marijuana and a stash of stolen items in the car of two men.


SPORTS DIGEST || Phantoms announce multiple roster changes

The Youngstown Phantoms (10-11-0-3, 23 pts.) have announced four roster moves as the Phantoms head on holiday break.


House Bill 500 provision originated in Boardman

The bill will permit townships and municipalities to set aside money for capital improvement projects.


FRIDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE

BOYS BASKETBALL Mineral Ridge 94, McDonald 88 MCDONALD The Rams’ Jordan Zupko scored a game-


Sharon rape fugitive arrested in Warren

Jihaad A. Harrison, 19, of Sharon, faces felony counts of rape, kidnapping, aggravated assault and strangulation in Mercer County court.


Traditional fare rules at holidays

By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr. AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for


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How do trees grow out of boulders?

As we hiked through the Old Man Cave Gorge Trail at Hocking Hills near Logan, Ohio, I’m always amazed by the trees growing out of and around large boulders. It is simply amazing and makes me wonder how they can do that.


With ‘Second Act,’ star makes her own opportunity

LIFE WITH LOPEZ With ‘Second Act,’ star makes her own opportunity By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film


METRO DIGEST || LIfe in prison for Larue Brown's murder

Sam Clemens of Liberty Township will serve life in prison for the beating death of his neighbor.


BUSINESS DIGEST || Ford truck recall

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services reported Friday that Ohio’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was unchanged from October to November, according to the Associated Press.


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Show offered music to support fire victims' family

Jay Simon, left, one of the organizers of the show, sings along with the Youngstown Community Fellowship Choir. The organizers wanted to celebrate the lives of the young victims while raising money to cover their funerals, which are taking place today.

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‘Stand your ground’ gets new life

Opinion: In November, the Ohio House of Representatives approved legislation that would include a provision


Rally on Wall Street looks like it’s ending

Associated Press NEW YORK After almost 10 years, Wall Street’s rally looks like it’s ending.


Poll reports nearly 60% say Trump impeded Russia probe

Associated Press WASHINGTON A majority of Americans say they believe President Donald Trump has


notices

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


Today’s entertainment picks:

Today’s entertainment picks: v Rockin’ Around the Town Square, 8 p.m.: An electrified holiday rock


Toys ‘R’ Us closure hits Toys for Tots hard

Associated Press HIALEAH, Fla. When Toys ‘R’ Us closed, Toys for Tots felt the loss. The toy


AROUND THE NHL

AROUND THE NHL Friday’s games Capitals 2, Sabres 1 WASHINGTON Tom Wilson broke a tie with


Locals don’t like OSU playing on Friday nights

Valley coaches and ADs want Fridays to remain for prep football.


christmas | What’s open/closed

A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed Monday, Christmas


NEWSMAKERS

NEWSMAKERS Beyonce did not release new music NEW YORK There’s no more juice in Beyonce’s


Trump call with Turkish leader led to US pullout from Syria

Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw American troops from


BIRTHS

Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Jesse and Lisa Halko, Canfield, boy, Dec. 20. David


OUTDOORS digest

Open house Niles Western Reserve Fish & Game Association, 1058 W. Third St., will have an open


MLB roundup

Dodgers deal Puig, Kemp, Wood to Reds CINCINNATI The Los Angeles Dodgers shook up their National


Empire strikes back

Opinion: Hell may have no fury like a woman scorned, but scorning the Washington Establishment produces even


Leonard lights up Cavaliers

Raptors forward finished with a season-high 37 points.


Wilson’s perfect passing powers BYU

The BYU freshman was 18-of-18 passing for 317 yards and four touchdowns.


West Side Cats holiday fundraiser underway

West Side Cats holiday fundraiser underway youngstown West Side Cats, 4305 Market St., is


FIU rallies to beat Toledo

FIU fumbled away the opening kickoff, gave up a touchdown 23 seconds into the game and found itself trailing by double digits by the end of the first quarter.


YEARS AGO FOR DEC. 22

Today is Saturday, Dec. 22, the 356th day of 2018. There are nine days left in the year.


Winter Night Hike

Winter Night Hike When: Today, 7 to 9 p.m. What: Celebrate one of the longest nights of the year


Boring winter landscape?

Boring winter landscape? Start dreaming about what you can plant in spring to jazz up the winter


Sunday news shows

Sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: To be


Governor’s veto sets up showdown over abortion

Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio has moved again to impose some of the most far-reaching abortion


COLLEGE BASKETBALL

COLLEGE BASKETBALL Friday’s games MEN No. 8 Gonzaga 101, Denver 40 SPOKANE, WASH. Brandon


Jack Wollitz: Some time away from the water enhances fishing

I like pizza, but I cannot eat it every day. It’s the same with fishing.


Breaking up (with Facebook) is hard to do: Here’s how

Associated Press NEW YORK Every relationship has a breaking point. Even yours with Facebook.


Winter care of houseplants

Q. I have a corn plant, spider plant, philodendron and croton – all common houseplants. How do I


Nicole Balog v Garrett Bickerstaff

BOARDMAN Nicole Balog of Boardman and Garrett Bickerstaff of Austintown were married Aug. 11


Cardinals agree to 2-year deal with Miller

When healthy, Andrew Miller has been one of baseball’s top relievers. The St. Louis Cardinals are banking on a return to form.


BEYONCE

BEYONCE Albums: “Have Your Way” and “Back Up, Rewind” Grades: ungraded There’s no more juice


Justice Ginsburg undergoes surgery

85-year-old has cancerous growths removed Associated Press WASHINGTON Justice Ruth Bader


Thompsons mark 50th anniversary with family

Thompsons mark 50th anniversary with family

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Vegas celebrate 50th anniversary

Vegas celebrate 50th anniversary


Miss Farr, Mr. Stratis will marry next May

Miss Farr, Mr. Stratis will marry next May

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Miss Holsinger, Mr. Snapp will marry next July

Miss Holsinger, Mr. Snapp will marry next July

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Nicole Balog | Garrett Bickerstaff

Nicole Balog | Garrett Bickerstaff

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Megan Brindle | Michael Hadzigeorge

Megan Brindle | Michael Hadzigeorge

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Caitlin Rhoads | Timothy Norris

Caitlin Rhoads | Timothy Norris

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Books for gardeners

Books for gardeners Check out some of the best books you might choose for your favorite gardener


Devastating pest: The spotted lanternfly

By HUGH G. EARNHART OSU Extension master gardener volunteer CANFIELD Our neighbor to the east


Writing vs. typing debate is for schools and parents

Editorial: We all know that some guarantees aren’t worth the paper on which they are written. Most of us


Deadline passes without deal on spending

Partial shutdown of government began at midnight Associated Press WASHINGTON A partial


FRIDAY’S OTHER NBA GAMES

Bucks 120, Celtics 107 BOSTON Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 30 points, Khris Middleton had 21


Ohio OKs first testing lab for medical marijuana in state

Ohio OKs first testing lab for medical marijuana in state STREETSBORO Ohio has approved the


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