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Wednesday, January 31 (93 stories)
Supreme Court will hear Girard animal cruelty case
The Ohio Supreme Court will hear an appeal in a case of a Girard man accused of cruelty to animals.
Canfield High art classes make use of new technologies
Everyday use of portable smart devices continues to grow, so the technology’s presence in the classroom will follow suit. In Pete Graff’s art classes at Canfield High School, tablets and shared cloud storage have been integrated into his day-to-day lessons.
Trump infrastructure plan shifts funding to state, local governments
When President Donald Trump called for a $1.5 trillion infrastructure investment in his State of the Union address, he didn't pledge that the federal government actually would provide that much money for roads, bridges, rail and waterways.
FBI standing firm against Trump urging for release of classified memo
In a remarkably public clash of wills with the White House, the FBI declared Wednesday it has "grave concerns" about the accuracy of a classified memo on the Russia election investigation that President Donald Trump wants released.
Free after bat incident, Easton remains jailed, then rehab, judge says
A man who pleaded guilty in December to hitting his friend in the head with a baseball bat while his friend was asleep was sentenced Wednesday to time served in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court.
Girard putting bike trails project on front burner
City officials aim to use the former 27.5-acre Ohio Leatherworks property off North State Street, acquired in 2013, for bike trails to encourage an active lifestyle and bring more visitors to the city.
Trump infrastructure plan seeks to shift burden to states
Trump infrastructure plan seeks to shift burden to states
Schiavoni trails other gubernatorial candidates in money raised
Schiavoni trails other gubernatorial candidates in money raised
Rose McGowan to Harvey Weinstein: There was no consent
Rose McGowan to Harvey Weinstein: There was no consent
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
US prosecutors won't retry Menendez on corruption charges
US prosecutors won't retry Menendez on corruption charges
UPDATE | Train carrying GOP lawmakers hits truck, 1 on truck killed
Train carrying GOP lawmakers hits truck, 1 on truck killed
Spectrum switch to digital caught some cable subscribers by surprise
Spectrum switch to digital caught some cable subscribers by surprise
Ex-baseball player Oscar Gamble dies of tumor at age 68
Ex-baseball player Oscar Gamble dies of tumor at age 68
Trey Gowdy, former chairman of Benghazi panel, to retire
Trey Gowdy, former chairman of Benghazi panel, to retire
Winter homework: The promise of spring work in the garden
If you’re like me and love being outside working in your garden, this cold weather can be a bit depressing.
3 arrested in Boardman, drugs, drug paraphernalia found
3 arrested in Boardman, drugs, drug paraphernalia found
US Sen. Sherrod Brown bill to help vets passes Senate
US Sen. Sherrod Brown bill to help vets passes Senate
Girard animal-cruelty case headed to Ohio Supreme Court
Girard animal-cruelty case headed to Ohio Supreme Court
Popular Austintown bar has a closed sign on its front door
Popular Austintown bar has a closed sign on its front door
Court sides with Philadelphia in taxi companies’ lawsuit
Court sides with Philadelphia in taxi companies’ lawsuit
Columbus apartment fire forces residents to leap from windows
Columbus apartment fire forces residents to leap from windows
Abuse victims return for Nassar's final sentencing hearing
Abuse victims return for Nassar's final sentencing hearing
Trump to discuss recent tax cuts during session with workers
Trump to discuss recent tax cuts during session with workers
Hillary Clinton expresses regret over not firing adviser
Hillary Clinton expresses regret over not firing adviser
US pending home sales rose 0.5 percent in December
US pending home sales rose 0.5 percent in December
Ohio authorities say high-school student fatally shot
Ohio authorities say high school student fatally shot
Trump signs order to keep Guantanamo Bay prison open
Trump signs order to keep Guantanamo Bay prison open
Pa. teacher apologizes for Hillary Clinton spelling in letter
Pa. teacher apologizes for Hillary Clinton spelling in letter
Ex-treasurer pleads guilty to theft from Ohio firefighters union
Ex-treasurer pleads guilty to theft from Ohio firefighters union
Sojourn to the Past to sponsor spaghetti dinner
Sojourn to the Past will sponsor a spaghetti dinner from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 4
Prosecutor: Ohio man wrapped woman’s face with tape to quiet her
Prosecutor: Ohio man wrapped woman’s face with tape to quiet her
US companies added healthy 234,000 jobs in January
US companies added healthy 234,000 jobs in January
West Branch gets flak for praying at athletic events
Having nothing in place of prayer during any school-sponsored event is the best course of action for West Branch Schools, Freedom From Religion Foundation’s legal director says
Adi heartbroken to leave behind family
Amer “Al” Adi Othman is with his 90-year-old mother again in Jordan. But he had to leave his wife and daughters behind.
‘Life’s tough,’ but drugs no answer, speaker tells students
“Life’s about choices,” he said. “I ran around with a crowd that didn’t make the same choices that I did. I was always lucky enough, or I think I feared my mom enough not to do what they did,” he said. “They’d go one way. I’d go the other way.”
Sheriff says education may be a way to avoid future deputy drug exposures
A protective suit, nitrile gloves and dust mask are solutions for keeping law enforcement officers safe when confronted with deadly opiates such as fentanyl or carfentanil.
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL South Range 36, Ursuline 35, OT BEAVER TOWNSHIP Mike Cunningham had 12 points
Pharmacist accused of diluting drugs pleads guilty
Pharmacy board: Ernest Perrin diluted intravenous antibiotic drugs while working at a Boardman pharmacy
Jordan Peele is riding high over his Oscar-nominated film ‘Get Out’
By SANDY COHEN Associated Press LOS ANGELES Jordan Peele has been dreaming of his Oscar moment
Open Mind blocks fake news
Fake news is bad. Thankfully, snopes.com and similar sites identify fake news for us, but only
Ex-Traficant aide to spend two years in prison
Kovachik said she stole from a friend with dementia to fuel her gambling addiction.
Sam Pitzulo presents award to homeowners
Nancy and Mike Moschella just had to have the historic home in the 100 block of Washington Boulevard.
Warren man sentenced to life in prison for raping 4 children
A Bristolville man is going to prison for robberies
Valley leaders react to Trump's SOTU claims
President Donald Trump pauses as he delivers his first State of the Union address in the House chamber of the U.S. Capitol to a joint session of Congress Tuesday in Washington. Vice President Mike Pence, left, and House Speaker Paul Ryan applaud.
Trump warns of immigration dangers
Trump warns of immigration dangers Associated Press WASHINGTON Addressing a deeply divided
Step up your game plan for game day
Family Features Whether you want to step up your hosting game or just plan to contribute to the
Vietnam execution photo framed view of war In an instant
By JENNIFER PELTZ Associated Press NEW YORK It was a fraction of a second that jolted
The top five songs on the iTunes Store for the most recent one-week sales period:
The top five songs on the iTunes Store for the most recent one-week sales period: v “God’s Plan”:
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Lowellville school board, 7 p.m., special meeting, library/media center, 52 Rocket
Connected Links of the Week - Jan. 31
Check out this week's Connected shares from around the Valley:
Club donates to National McKinley Birthplace Memorial
Club donates to National McKinley Birthplace Memorial
January auto sales could increase or decrease
January auto sales could increase by 1 percent year over year with 1.15 million sales, Cox Automotive analysts say.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1252.60-1.89 Aqua America, .71
mahoning valley race course
mahoning valley race course TUESDAY’s RESULTS RACE 1 $10,300 - 3 yo’s & up, 5 1/2F, CLM $4,000
YEARS AGO FOR JANUARY 31
Today is Wednesday, Jan. 31, the 31st day of 2018. There are 334 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Trump’s reign of error
Opinion: By Will Durst Cagle Cartoons It’s been quite a year, the exact reverse of that whole “time flies
Mayor Brown’s charitable foundation holds promise
Editorial: Youngstown Mayor Jamael Tito Brown mixed business with pleasure Saturday night at his inaugural gala
Quick recipes to make your game day party a win
Family Features With game day approaching, your party needs food and needs it fast. Use recipes
Phantoms trade Thomson to C. Rapids
Phantoms trade Thomson to C. Rapids YOUNGSTOWN With the Eastern Conference standings extremely
Enjoy a Sunday brunch at Tara in Hermitage
IF YOU GO: Where: Tara - A Country Inn, 2844 Lake Road | Clark, PA 16113 Phone: 800-782-2803 |
Create a better brunch at home
Family Features Whether it’s a lazy day with the family or a weekend morning with friends, brunch
Shutdown of federal government does little for either party’s image
Opinion: By Gene Lyons Andrews McMeel Syndication If the recent brief government shutdown accomplished
Big flavor for the big game
Family Features When hosting a game-day party, you’d think the focus would be on the score or the
Patriots safety predicts progress on social issues
McCourty says anthem protests have inspired dialogue
Amazon wades into health care, builds team
Associated Press Amazon is diving into health care, teaming up with Warren Buffett’s Berkshire
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman HOSPITAL Heather and Andrew Dawson, Edinburg, Pa., girl, Dec. 30.
White House reviews classified GOP memo alleging surveillance abuse
Associated Press WASHINGTON The White House said Tuesday it will conduct a legal and national
Woman faces drug charges after traffic stop
Chelsea Morris told police she would arrange a ride home from work
Putin calls Russia list ‘hostile’ as Dems decry no sanctions
Associated Press MOSCOW Russian President Vladimir Putin described a list of his country’s
As opioid crisis grows, judge aims for solutions, settlement
Associated Press The goal is impressive: Hammer out a legal deal that starts guiding the nation
METRO DIGEST || McKinney hearing
McKinney hearing YOUNGSTOWN The first hearing in Sean McKinney’s election-fraud lawsuit has been
Tuesday, January 30 (135 stories)
AP's fact-check of Trump's State of the Union claims
The AP is fact-checking remarks from President Donald Trump's State of the Union speech. Here's a look at some of the claims we've examined:
Al Adi reunited with mother, but without wife, daughters
Amer “Al” Adi Othman is with his 90-year-old mother again in Jordan. But he had to leave his wife and daughters here.
Trumbull sheriff weighing best way to protect deputies from opiod hazards
A protective suit, nitrile gloves and dust mask are solutions for keeping law enforcement officers safe when confronted with deadly opiates such as fentanyl or carfentanil.
STATE OF UNION | US military needs ‘unmatched power’
STATE OF UNION | US military needs ‘unmatched power’
STATE OF UNION | Trump on immigration: ‘Set politics aside’
STATE OF UNION | Trump on immigration: ‘Set politics aside’
STATE OF UNION | US will triumph over opioid crisis
STATE OF UNION | US will triumph over opioid crisis
Suspended Boardman pharmacist pleads guilty
A pharmacist accused of intentionally diluting prescription drugs pleaded guilty to illegal processing of drug documents and tampering with evidence.
'If I can do it, you can,' East Side native tells Howland students
Joe Dragovich started life on Youngstown’s East Side “poor and on welfare.”
STATE OF UNION | Trump asks for $1.5 trillion for infrastructure
STATE OF UNION |Trump asks for $1.5 trillion for infrastructure
STATE OF UNION | Addressing a deeply divided nation
STATE OF UNION | Addressing a deeply divided nation
STATE OF UNION | Democrats somber, still during Trump speech
STATE OF UNION | Democrats somber, still during Trump speech
STATE OF UNION | Trump speaks with tensions high on Capitol Hill
STATE OF UNION | Trump speaks with tensions high on Capitol Hill
STATE OF UNION | Justice Ginsburg skips the speech
STATE OF UNION | Justice Ginsburg skips the speech
STATE OF UNION | US strong because ’people are strong’
STATE OF UNION | US strong because ’people are strong’
STATE OF UNION | Black Congressional Caucus doesn't applaud
STATE OF UNION | Black Congressional Caucus doesn't applaud
STATE OF UNION | Parents of Otto Warmbier in the audience
STATE OF UNION | Parents of Otto Warmbier in the audience
STATE OF UNION | Trump signs order to keep Gitmo prison open
STATE OF UNION | Trump signs order to keep Gitmo prison open
STATE OF UNION | Kennedy III says Trump caused serious problems
STATE OF UNION | Kennedy III says Trump caused serious problems
STATE OF UNION | President Trump begins his address
STATE OF UNION | President Trump begins his address
STATE OF UNION | Melania, Donald travel separately
STATE OF UNION | Melania, Donald travel separately
STATE OF UNION | Pelosi to Dems: Let Trump’s ‘slobbering self’ be SOTU star
STATE OF UNION | Pelosi to Dems: Let Trump’s ‘slobbering self’ be SOTU star
STATE OF UNION | Dems tap Kennedy to give post-speech rebuttal
STATE OF UNION | Dems tap Kennedy to give post-speech rebuttal
STATE OF UNION | White House releases speech excerpts
STATE OF UNION | White House releases speech excerpts
STATE OF UNION | Ryan honors Al Adi by leaving seat vacant
STATE OF UNION | Ryan honors Al Adi by leaving seat vacant
STATE OF UNION | Trump will call for a “new American moment”
STATE OF UNION | Trump will call for a “new American moment”
Budget talks bogged down by immigration, deficit concerns
Budget talks bogged down by immigration, deficit concerns
Top official resigns after false missile alert in Hawaii
Top official resigns after false missile alert in Hawaii
Uber to partner with Cincinnati region transit agencies
Uber to partner with Cincinnati region transit agencies
Rape victim aboard Fla. luxury yacht wins $70M damages
Rape victim aboard Fla. luxury yacht wins $70M damages
Judge says Trump made 'vicious' anti-immigrant statements
Judge says Trump made 'vicious' anti-immigrant statements
Actor Mark Salling dies weeks after child porn guilty plea
Actor Mark Salling dies weeks after child porn guilty plea
Ex-Traficant aide gets two years for stealing $100,000
Ex-Traficant aide gets two years for stealing $100,000
DMX imprisoned as flight risk after positive drug test
DMX imprisoned as flight risk after positive drug test
Judge jails Pa. juror accused of lying to avoid serving
Judge jails Pa. juror accused of lying in bid to avoid serving
Nicole Eggert claims co-star Scott Baio sexually abused her
Nicole Eggert claims co-star Scott Baio sexually abused her
McKinney election-fraud lawsuit hearing moved to Thursday
McKinney election-fraud lawsuit hearing moved to Thursday
WH reviewing classified GOP memo alleging surveillance abuse
WH reviewing classified GOP memo alleging surveillance abuse
Trump puts Twitter aside as he prepares for big speech
Trump puts Twitter aside as he prepares for big speech
Lawyers chase O.J. over $70M wrongful death judgment
Lawyers chase O.J. over $70M wrongful death judgment
Governor orders criminal probe of Texas gymnastics ranch
Governor orders criminal probe of Texas gymnastics ranch
Employee: Thought missile attack on Hawaii was imminent
Employee: Thought missile attack on Hawaii was imminent
Body found in Ohio woods near highway a week after crash
Body found in Ohio woods near highway a week after crash
Pope sends sex crimes expert to Chile to investigate bishop
Pope sends sex crimes expert to Chile to investigate bishop
5 ideas win $10K each in Ohio opioid science challenge
5 ideas win $10K each in Ohio opioid science challenge
Recording Academy head walks back comments on women in music
Recording Academy head walks back comments on women in music
2 children, 2 adults missing after fire guts Cleveland home
2 children, 2 adults missing after fire guts Cleveland home
McDonald's boosted by value meals and new chicken snack
McDonald's boosted by value meals and new chicken snack
Austintown man cited for impaired driving in Boardman
Austintown man cited for impaired driving in Boardman
Putin: US took 'hostile step' in publishing Russia list
Putin: US took 'hostile step' in publishing Russia list
Pistons acquire Griffin from Clippers in blockbuster deal
Pistons acquire Griffin from Clippers in blockbuster deal
The Illusionists magic show coming to Packard Music Hall
The Illusionists magic show coming to Packard hall
Amazon wades into health care, with JPMorgan and Berkshire
Amazon wades into health care, with JPMorgan and Berkshire
Ex-official for Ohio county charged in theft of over $1.8M
Ex-official for Ohio county charged in theft of over $1.8M
Columbus to limit tax incentives to jobs paying $15 an hour
Columbus to limit tax incentives to jobs paying $15 an hour
Republicans vote to release classified memo on Russia probe
Republicans vote to release classified memo on Russia probe
Kravitz kicks off Jewish Food Fest
Kravitz Delicatessen will celebrate its founder, the late Rose Kravitz, all week with a Jewish Food Fest.
Pederson proving to be super choice for Eagles
Associated Press BLOOMINGTON, Minn. Doug Pederson is one win away from bringing Philadelphia
Simeon Booker, a ‘frequently unsung national hero’
Booker attended then-Youngstown College before becoming the Washington Post’s first black reporter
Indians broadcaster looks ahead
Rosenhaus says Chief Wahoo gear still will be available for purchase
Austintown police levy will appear on ballot
The proposed levy is 2.4 mills, with an increase of 0.8 mills. If passed, the levy would go toward maintaining police vehicles, equipment, communications and salaries.
Elementary students participate in jump-rope event
Joshua Dixon Elementary students are jumping for the American Heart Association this week in their physical education class
mahoning valley race course
mahoning valley race course Monday’s results RACE 1 $22,100 - 3 yo’s & up, 5 1/2F, MSW 7 Late
Schools halt prayer
Schools halt prayer BELOIT West Branch schools have halted prayer before athletic games after
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Job fair is today AUSTINTOWN There will be a job fair for full-time, long-term factory labor
Police eye phone records for clues in Pa. shooting
Associated Press Police on Monday were focusing on phone records to try to piece together how a
Rather to speak as Kent State remembers May 4 shootings
Rather to speak as Kent State remembers May 4 shootings KENT Journalist Dan Rather will speak at
YPD seizes five guns over weekend; arrests woman for felonious assault
Four of five guns found were 9mm
Adi deported to Jordan
Al Adi, a downtown businessman, was sent back to his native country of Jordan on Monday.
Sen. Graham should have no say in making of immigration policy
Opinion: By Ann Coulter Andrews McMeel Syndication Why does Sen. Lindsey Graham have a seat at the table
prep sports at a glance
GIRLS BASKETBALL South Range 63, Boardman 42 BEAVER TOWNSHIP Dani Vuletich scored 21 points to
It’ll be a blue moon, supermoon, total lunar eclipse rolled into one
On Wednesday, much of the world will get to see not only a blue moon and a supermoon, but also a total lunar eclipse, all rolled into one.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1254.560.56 Aqua America, .71
Using beet juice, beer to avoid road-salt danger
Looking to strike a balance between ice-free roads and clean waterways, public-works departments around the country are working to cut their salt use in winter by slathering the roadways with beet juice, molasses, and even beer waste to make them safer.
Beatitude House, Somplace Safe collaborate to meet ongoing needs
Beatitude House, Somplace Safe collaborate to meet ongoing needs
Repellent could be toxic to pets
Q. I just found out that my landlord put a whole box of mothballs under my house because my mother
Received year grant
Received year grant YOUNGSTOWN Help Network of Northeast Ohio has received a $5,000 one-year
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Mahoning Valley Sanitary District, 4 p.m., assembly room, 1181 Ohltown-McDonald
Climate change undermines health gains in developing nations
By Chelsey Kivland and Anne Sosin Dartmouth College Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, head of the
Super Bowl ads are showing up
Associated Press NEW YORK Advertisers including Budweiser, M&Ms, Groupon and others have begun
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Chris Stapleton: Tuesday on “Late
YEARS AGO FOR JANUARY 30
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 30, the 30th day of 2018. There are 335 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Pentagon reviews military use of exercise trackers
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Pentagon is doing a broad review of how military forces use
OTHER DEVELOPMENTS
President Donald Trump told visiting members of the U.N. Security Council on Monday the U.S. would
Keurig to buy Dr Pepper Snapple Group
Associated Press NEW YORK Keurig is buying Dr Pepper Snapple Group, bringing together the make-
EU to hit back if Trump imposes anti-EU trade measures
Associated Press BRUSSELS The European Union said Monday that it stands ready to hit back
What’s the real state of the union?
Associated Press WASHINGTON A by-the-numbers look at President Donald Trump’s first year in
Elliott appears in municipal court
Elliott appears in municipal court YOUNGSTOWN The man accused of stabbing his girlfriend to
FBI’s McCabe abruptly leaves post
Associated Press WASHINGTON FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe, a target of frequent and
Fed likely to hold rates steady at Janet Yellen’s final meeting
Associated Press WASHINGTON Janet Yellen’s final Federal Reserve policy meeting will likely
Congress OKs bill stemming from athletes’ sexual abuse
Associated Press WASHINGTON Congress followed up on the sex-abuse scandal involving sports
German automakers face heat over tests on humans, monkeys
Associated Press FRANKFURT, GERMANY Public criticism of the German auto industry has escalated
Poland community celebrates President McKinley’s 175th birthday
The Poland Historical Society celebrated McKinley’s birthday, singing and cake included
Youngstown man arrested after hitting woman, threatening police officer
Youngstown man arrested after hitting woman, threatening police officer
Chamber hopes Trump will discuss YARS, Camp Ravenna during address
Staff report The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber is hoping President Donald Trump will discuss
Chief Wahoo will be retired following the 2018 season
The team will continue to sell Chief Wahoo gear because if it stops doing so, it will lose ownership of the trademark
House intel committee votes to release classified memo
Associated Press WASHINGTON Brushing aside opposition from the Justice Department, Republicans
Baseball says ‘no’ to cheats
Opinion: By Joe Guzzardi Cagle Cartoons Since the advent of sabermetrics, the already insufferable annual
GOP under pressure after revelations about Trump
Editorial: If President Donald J. Trump stays true to form, he will include his standard “fake news” criticism
Monday, January 29 (103 stories)
UPDATE | Al Adi Othman deported to Jordan, leaves Youngstown
Amir Adi Othman leaves for his native Jordan
Kindergarten transition fair is Saturday at Eastwood Mall
Kindergarten transition fair is Saturday at Eastwood Mall
West Branch gets complaint about prayer before events
West Branch gets complaint about prayer before events
Trump condemns Taliban role in Afghan attacks, says no talks
Trump condemns Taliban role in Afghan attacks, says no talks
House intel committee votes to release classified memo
House intel committee votes to release classified memo
Trump golf course in Fla. sues over property tax bill
Trump golf course in Florida sues over property tax bill
Investigative reporter, 'Me Too' advocate to lecture in March at Stambaugh
Investigative reporter, Me Too advocate to lecture in March at Stambaugh
UPDATE | Police suspend search for jewelry store heist suspects
Police are searching off of Meridian Road at Bears Den Road for two men suspected of robbing Jared Galleria of Jewelry, 7415 Market St., Boardman today.
More human remains found where skull discovered in Youngstown
More human remains found where skull discovered in Youngstown
Many Puerto Ricans adrift in US hotels after Hurricane Maria
Many Puerto Ricans adrift in US hotels after Hurricane Maria
4-year-old killed, 6-year-old injured in Ohio interstate crash
4-year-old killed, 6-year-old injured in Ohio interstate crash
Court: Immigrant children don't have right to free lawyer
Court: Immigrant children don't have right to free lawyer
Familiar face appointed to Girard's 3rd Ward council seat
Familiar face appointed to Girard's 3rd Ward council seat
Ohio man imprisoned for killing ex-fiancee’s young son
Ohio man imprisoned for killing ex-fiancee’s young son
FBI deputy director leaving post ahead of planned retirement
FBI deputy director leaving post ahead of planned retirement
Indians removing Chief Wahoo logo from uniforms in 2019
Indians removing Chief Wahoo logo from uniforms in 2019
Man arrested after hitting woman, threatening officer
Man arrested at Walmart after hitting woman, threatening police officer
Alex Azar sworn in as secretary of Health and Human Services
Alex Azar sworn in as secretary of Health and Human Services
Wynn Resorts shares fall as board investigates allegations
Wynn Resorts shares fall as board investigates allegations
US consumer spending up in December; saving rate fell
US consumer spending up in December, while saving rate fell
Dan Rather to speak as Kent State remembers May 4 shootings
Dan Rather to speak as Kent State remembers May 4 shootings
Portman returns money from ex-RNC finance chairman
Ohio’s Portman returns money from ex-RNC finance chairman
Chamber hopes Trump talks YARS, Camp Ravenna Tuesday
Chamber hopeful president talks YARS, Camp Ravenna during speech
Trio face charges after traffic stop yields gun, pot
Trio face charges after traffic stop yields gun, pot
Man arrested after gunfire at Warren apartment complex
Man arrested in connection with gunfire at Warren apartment complex
1,000 attend Simeon Booker memorial today in D.C.
Nearly 1,000 people are gathered today at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. for a memorial service for Youngstown son Simeon Booker
UPDATE | 2 westbound lanes of I-80 remain closed, traffic still moving
UPDATE | 2 westbound lanes of I-80 remain closed, traffic still moving
Man in critical condition after suffering grease burns in fight
Man in critical condition after suffering grease burns in fight
Man cited for being drunk, possessing guns; later he demands them back
Man cited for being drunk, possessing guns; later he demands them back
A fairy tale curriculum
Joshua Dixon Elementary second-graders paraded around the school as fairy tale characters of their choice to celebrate the second annual Fairy Tale Reunion
Three bullets, one life
One wound causes paralysis of the legs; others shatter arm bone, fracture four ribs
Liberty is developing a landlord registration program
A new program will require landlords to have yearly inspections and have their properties registered
Searchers find body of missing Pulaski man
Searchers find body of missing Pulaski man PULASKI, PA. During a search party, family members
Ready to Rumble? Rousey faces uncertain future outside UFC
Mixed martial arts star is filming a movie in South America
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Warren school board, 5 p.m., administration building, 105 High St. NE. AGENDA
GOP senators: Trump needs to show restraint in Russia probe
Associated Press WASHINGTON Two Republican senators said Sunday that President Donald Trump
SPORTS digest
Horse entries are not available AUSTINTOWN Today’s entries for Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning
TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Alan D. Cochran, 50, of 1054 West-over Drive SE,
Barry’s goal, Prosvetov saves power Phantoms
Ivan Prosvetov stood extremely tall when the Youngstown Phantoms needed him most.
SUNDAY’s OTHER NBA GAMES
Thunder 122, 76ers 112 OKLAHOMA CITY Russell Westbrook scored 37 points as Oklahoma City
List of winners in the top categories at the Grammy Awards, announced Sunday by The Recording
List of winners in the top categories at the Grammy Awards, announced Sunday by The Recording
notices
notices BASKETBALL Austintown Basketball Booster Club — is holding basketball tournaments for
Velasquez awarded Byrd Giampetro scholarship
The Western Reserve QB was honored by the Curbstone Coaches.
‘Maze Runner’ bumps ‘Jumanji’ from perch; Oscars pics get boost
‘Maze Runner’ bumps ‘Jumanji’ from perch; Oscars pics get boost LOS ANGELES “Maze Runner: The
60th annual grammy awards A 24-karat night for Bruno Mars
Associated Press NEW YORK Bruno Mars went six for six at the Grammys, winning all of the awards
YEARS AGO FOR JANUARY 29
Today is Monday, Jan. 29, the 29th day of 2018. There are 336 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman Kahna Matthews and Keith Lamont Foster, Youngstown, boy, Jan. 27.
COLLEGE BAsketball Sunday’s games
MEN No. 1 Villanova 85, Marquette 82 MILWAUKEE Jalen Brunson scored 31 points despite leaving
Killings at car wash: Was Facebook meme grisly foreshadowing?
Associated Press A shooter driven by jealousy opened fire and killed four people at a car wash
Reasonable and rational policies must drive immigration reform
Opinion: By Georgie Anne Geyer Andrews McMeel Syndication WASHINGTON As a foreign correspondent who was
washington In his first State of Union, Trump to assert America is back
Associated Press WASHINGTON Seeking to move past the shadow of the Russia investigation,
Valley unity, determination bring acclaim to the Butler
Editorial: Kudos and acclaim are nothing new to the Butler Institute of American art, the shining cultural
High taxes prompt exodus
Opinion: One reason Democrats seem so fixated on importing illegal immigrants and allowing their children to
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Gaming revenue AUSTINTOWN Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course reported $9.26
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
AWARDED Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities recognized 30 Ohio Walmart stores with the
Boardman rocker’s band wins award
The War on Drugs, the rock band that includes Boardman native Anthony LaMarca, won the Grammy for 2017 Best Rock Album for its “A Deeper Understanding.”
Sunday, January 28 (69 stories)
GOP senators to Trump: Keep quiet about Mueller probe
Sens. Lindsay Graham and Susan Collins offered similar pleas today.
Rock band featuring Boardman resident wins Grammy
The band beat out other groups including Metallica and Queens of the Stone Age
President will tout how America is back in address Tuesday
Aides say the chief executive plans to set aside his more combative tone
'Death Cure' bumps 'Jumanji' for top spot at box office
Several Oscar nominees, which were announced last week, got a bump this weekend
Competing plans emerge in Ohio for congressional redistricting
The proposals could be on this November's statewide ballot
Actor Scott Baio denies inappropriate sex contact
A co-star of his former TV show "Charles in Charge' leveled the accusations
Five people found dead at Pittsburgh-area car wash
The killings are suspected to have resulted from a domestic dispute.
Trump: Please remind Jay-Z black joblessness is at all-time low
The rapper recently criticized the president.
UPDATE: Multiple fire departments called to a residence in Lordstown
Jackson Township fire department is assisting a the scene.
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave. will offer the following opportunities: Monday,
SENIOR CITIZENS
Holy Family Seniors meeting and social activities have been canceled for the month of January. For
Northeast farm bureau offering beginning farmer program
The Northeast Counties Farm Bureau, serving Ashtabula, Geauga, Lake and Trumbull County Farm Bureaus is offering a Beginning Farmers Program at 10 a.m. Feb. 10 at the Farm Bureau office, 8220 state Route 45.
Bullets 101: Why they do what they do
Mark Crissman is not a scientist, yet he does have a laboratory: the streets of Youngstown.
Irish win two straight after slump
Ursuline head coach Keith Gunter was hoping that one of his players would step up
From zero to 1,246.7 feet per second: What a bullet does
That bullet – or any other bullet when fired from a handgun or rifle – can rupture your veins, arteries, bones and spine. It can kill you if it hits the right spot or the damage it causes is not repaired immediately.
Gresock’s hat trick lifts Phantoms in OT
Phantoms coach Brad Patterson didn’t like anything except the final score.
YSU women rally but fall short against WSU
McKenah Peters’ layup with 3:24 left gave YSU a 56-54 lead, but it didn’t last.
Shooting by police critically injures 1
The man who police say was wounded early Saturday in an exchange of gunfire with officers is wanted for obstruction of justice and also had a 9 mm pistol with the serial number obliterated.
History may explain 2016 Warren motorcycle club killings
History may explain 2016 Warren motorcycle club killings
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL Valley Christian 50, Southeast 32 YOUNGSTOWN Milan Square hit three 3-pointers
Metroplex hosts home show
Jack and Barb Barringer decided this is the year they’re going to get things done.
Dads, daughters enjoy board games
Josh Wharry didn’t express much surprise in seeing that his 9-year-old daughter, Rebecca Ruthrauff, had amassed $475,000, though part of his reaction might have been tempered by the fact that he was sitting on $285,000 of his own.
Predicting tonight’s Grammy Awards winners
Here at The Associated Press, we’ve written stories for years about how the Grammys have dissed rap, R&B and other evolving genres before others wrote about the hot topic after Beyonce lost to Adele last year. Check our records.
Ursuline High School will participate in a capstone diploma program
Ursuline High School will participate in a capstone diploma program
Ryan nominates 11 area students to military academies
The 11 recommended have excelled both academically and personally as leaders in their communities.
Mayor launches foundation for youth, seniors at ball
Youngstown's new mayor, jamael Tito Brown, speaks to the sold-out crowd at his Inaugural Ball Saturday night in Stambaugh Auditorium's Tyler Grand Ballroom. He is joined on stage by his wife, Lynette, right, whom he introduced as Youngstown's first lady.
Boardmanite explains ‘no’ vote on school levy
Opinion: Boardmanite explains ‘no’ vote on school levy With all due respect to the fine Boardman Township
CORRECTION
CORRECTION Trevor Parks, sports information director at Youngstown State University, denies that
Duhamel gets deal to promote home state of N. Dakota
Duhamel gets deal to promote home state of N. Dakota BISMARCK, N.D. Hollywood actor Josh
Tears of sorrow; perhaps regret?
Opinion: Tears were streaming down Tracey Winbush’s cheeks as she told reporters that popular Youngstown
Ignorance isn’t bliss when it comes to the future of GM’s Lordstown complex
Editorial: Today marks the end of the two-week North American International Auto Show in Detroit, and the
Library to sponsor Spring Art Show
Library to sponsor Spring Art Show MERCER Mercer Area Public Library will host its Spring Art
YEARS AGO FOR JANUARY 28
Today is Sunday, Jan. 28, the 28th day of 2018. There are 337 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
area bowling scores
AMRON LANES Farmers National Bank Mixed Doubles — Elmer Maynard 237-696, Bill Laubscher 255-694,
Lawyers: Condemned killer is early victim of opioid epidemic
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio Gov. John Kasich should consider his fight against the state’s
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, 9 a.m., special meeting, 82 Ohltown Road. Lordstown
Little margin for error: Patriots’ titles haven’t come easy
The New England Patriots are 5-2 in Super Bowls with Tom Brady.
Pro Bowl should feature big plays, points
The NFL’s annual all-star game today is expected to be another up-tempo walkthrough.
Cartoonist Mort Walker dies at 94
A family member says comic strip artist Mort Walker, who tickled newspaper readers with the antics of the lazy Army private “Beetle Bailey,” has died. He was 94.
Trump aims to reboot term in State of Union
Associated Press WASHINGTON Beset by poor poll numbers and the grind of the Russia
Bomber in ambulance detonates at Afghan checkpoint; 95 dead
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan A suicide bomber drove an ambulance into a commercial area
Richmond QB outshines big-name players
Kyle Lauletta more than held his own in elite quarterback company.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman Constance and James Duschl, Youngstown, boy, Jan. 26. Denise and
For the Week of Sunday, January 28, 2018
Lawrence R. Hood et al to Hood Maintenance Group LLC, N. Glenellen Ave., Youngstown, $10,000.
Rosenhaus to speak at Curbstone Coaches
Rosenhaus to speak at Curbstone Coaches beaver township Cleveland Indians radio announcer Jim
Las Vegas looks outside the casinos to draw in millennials
By REGINA GARCIA CANO Associated Press LAS VEGAS Casinos in Las Vegas are upping the ante in
MILESTONES
MILESTONES SCOUTS 3 attain highest honor Troop 9002 recently recognized three young men for
A look at what didn’t happen last week
Associated Press A roundup of some of the most popular, but completely untrue, headlines of the
Wozniacki finally wins first major title
It took 43 Grand Slam tournaments and two failed attempts in finals before Wozniacki ended her drought.
Casino mogul Steve Wynn resigns as top GOP finance chairman
Casino mogul Steve Wynn resigns as top GOP finance chairman WASHINGTON Casino mogul Steve Wynn
City Club hires project director
Staff Report YOUNGSTOWN City Club of Cleveland is announcing the hiring of Lynnette Bilal as
METRO DIGEST || Howland police start Are You OK?
Howland police start Are You OK? HOWLAND Howland Police Department is launching the townshipwide
Truck strikes, kills man pulling wagon
Associated Press MIDDLETOWN, Ohio Police are investigating the death of a man struck by a pickup
Popular columnist John Rosemond returns to Vindicator
Opinion: The family psychologist’s columns offer advice about children and grandchildren
Eagles’ Cox set for first Super Bowl
Fletcher Cox is playing in the first Super Bowl he’s seeing. Or so he says.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH Events
February is set aside as Black History Month, an annual celebration of achievements by black
No glove for Brady; ‘Gronk’ back in practice
Two of the New England Patriots’ most important players are getting healthier.
Monte Carlo transforming to attract younger visitors in a Vegas upgrade
A lifelike net- work of twisting tree roots emerges from the ceiling and branches out into the lobby featuring green, earthy accents, crystal chandeliers and soon, work from British Pop Art legend David Hockney. Steps away from the check-in desk, Pablo Picasso artwork graces a South of France-inspired restaurant.
Saturday, January 27 (71 stories)
30 to 40 new foster homes needed in Mahoning County
Mahoning County Children Services will host an informational luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 24 at its offices, 222 W. Federal St., for those interested in learning about becoming foster parents.
Latest trends on display at Tri-County Home Show
Jack and Barb Barringer decided this is the year they’re going to get things done.
Dads, daughters enjoy a game night at MetroParks
Josh Wharry didn’t express much surprise in seeing that his 9-year-old daughter, Rebecca Ruthrauff, had amassed $475,000, though part of his reaction might have been tempered by the fact that he was sitting on $285,000 of his own.
Howland cops launching program to check on elderly
Howland Police Department is launching the townshipwide “Are You OK?” Program to assist people 60 and older living alone or with someone not able to provide caregiving services.
Trump to be less 'Trump' in SOU address Tuesday, aides say
Beset by poor poll numbers and the grind of the Russia investigation, President Donald Trump will look to reset his term with his first State of the Union address, arguing that his tax cut and economic policies will benefit all Americans.
Tri-County Home Show features 100 vendors this weekend
After a few years of putting some home improvement projects on the back burner, Jack and Barb Barringer decided this is the year they’re going to get things done.
History may explain 2016 Warren motorcycle club killings
If these two clubs had been at odds, why had their feud not become known earlier?
Official: 95 dead, 158 wounded in Afghan attack; Tillerson condemns as 'inhumane'
The latest on explosion in Afghanistan
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and Canfield
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and Canfield
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Girard, Liberty
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
Battle scars from fishing
Ask your avid bass-angler friends for signs they’ve had a great day on the water, and it’s not out of the question they might show you roughed-up patches of skin on their thumbs.
Boardman Molding out $1.75 million over email fraud incident
Daniel Kessler, who co-owns Boardman Molded Products, told police $1,759,419 was taken from the company’s First National Bank account
Poland prevails; Lakeview’s Rygalski family benefits
Poland and Lakeview fans donated $3,567 to support Lakeview girls basketball player Lexi Rygalski, who is battling cancer.
Former Fitch football star headed to prison for robbery
Tyler Hewlett appeared to be on the right track.
Hvisdak, Mamula-Zarlengo lead Rockets over Trojans
Lowellville used a 14-2 fourth-quarter run to beat Sebring.
Lowellville “superheroes” teach students good character
Slightly more than 250 Lowellville kindergarten through sixth-grade students erupted into cheers as the “Character Avengers” – high-school students portraying superheroes exemplifying good character traits – burst into the school’s gym.
Liberty, Girard propose JEDD
The township and city want to work together to boost development opportunities.
Crogan, Gamble lead Canfield over Fitch in AAC Red Tier
It was “Senior Night” for the Canfield boys basketball team, but a pair of juniors’ stars shone brightest.
SPORTS DIGEST || Ugly run dooms Phantoms on the road
Ugly run dooms Phantoms on the road MUSKEGON, MICH. The Youngstown Phantoms gave up four
Judge rules man who killed woman in 1991 must receive psychiatric medications
A Trumbull County judge has given officials at a state mental hospital permission to force former county resident James Hubbard to take certain psychiatric medications.
Cardi B celebrates Grammy nominations
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Tell Cardi B she’s nominated for a Grammy and the
‘Alienist’ actress changes rules – for 1890s
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES Dakota Fanning was unfazed by being on her own
Record Reviews
Various Artists Album: “Strange Angels: In Flight With Elmore James” Grade: B Elmore James
Dog tags now available for $5 at Trumbull dog pound
The Trumbull County Dog Pound has a new tool to help people return stray dogs to their owner.
Early dismissal miscommunication for Y'town schools
About 20 Youngstown City Schools children had to be taken to the bus garage Friday because parents were unaware of an early dismissal
Facebook didn’t work this time, but Howland police still catch kidnapping suspect
Facebook didn’t work this time, but Howland police still catch kidnapping suspect
Reducing crime and reducing costs
Morgan spoke Friday afternoon at YSU about treating mental illnesses in criminal offenders.
YFD vacant house calls down for 2nd straight year
A Youngstown firefighter watches a home on South Garland Avenue on the East Side burn in early December. The city in 2017 recorded the fewest vacant-house fires for the decade and also saw a drop in occupied-structure fires.
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Kravitz to celebrate founder’s legacy YOUNGSTOWN When Rose Kravitz opened her deli in 1939, the
Not just a battle over a galaxy
Opinion: By Olivia Alperstein OtherWords “The Last Jedi” is a great film if you need to hear and see a
Wynn Resorts: Allegations against founder are not true
Associated Press NEW YORK Wynn Resorts is denying multiple allegations of sexual harassment and
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Phantoms, 7:05 p.m.: The local hockey team takes on
Trump: America is open for business
Associated Press DAVOS, Switzerland Playing the role of economic cheerleader, President Donald
YEARS AGO FOR JANUARY 27
Today is Saturday, Jan. 27, the 27th day of 2018. There are 338 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Improve fitness at Ursuline center
Improve fitness at Ursuline center CANFIELD The Ursuline Health and Wellness Center, 4280
Shooting fuels debate on allowing guns in schools
Associated Press FRANKFORT, Ky. Hours after authorities say a 15-year-old student shot and
US Marshals looking for man wanted in robberies in Campbell and Struthers
Luis Mateo IV is the suspect for the robberies committed Jan. 20
Friday’s PREPS
Friday’s PREPS Scores, summaries & schedule BOYS BASKETBALL Warren Harding 70, East 35
washington Beyond the wall: Trump plan affects legal immigration
Associated Press The most contentious piece of President Donald Trump’s new proposal to protect
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE | TODAY’s ENTRIES
Post Time: 12:15 p.m. RACE 1 $16,500, 3 yo’s & up, 6F, F & M, MCL $10,000 1 Brad’s Destiny
Men’s Garden Club seeks applications for scholarship
Men’s Garden Club seeks applications for scholarship
Online school’s plug should have been pulled years ago
Editorial: If one were searching for the face of what ails Ohio’s largely failing network of charter or
Meeting to feature sex-abuse prevention seminar
Associated Press VATICAN CITY The Vatican’s upcoming conference on families in Ireland will
Oddly enough
Oddly enough Tons of Mardi Gras beads go down the drains NEW ORLEANS Let the good times roll
University’s AD retires over doctor’s misconduct
Associated Press EAST LANSING, Mich. Michigan State University’s athletic director retired
Wrestling announcer is his second job
By ELIZABETH BLOOM Pittsburgh Post-Gazette PITTSBURGH The night before the Keystone State
ohio Democratic justice leaves bench for governor’s race
Associated Press COLUMBUS The lone Democrat on the Ohio Supreme Court said Friday he’s
Sunday news shows
Sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Sen. Lindsey
Teen arrested with weapons after reported school threat in Pennsylvania
Associated Press UNIONTOWN, Pa. A 14-year-old boy was arrested and weapons including a semi-
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,
Report: Russian hacking group infiltrated
Associated Press AMSTERDAM The Netherlands’ spy service broke into the computers used by a
President had no business asking ex-acting FBI chief how he voted
Opinion: WASHINGTON This is not the country I live in. In my country – in our country – the ruler does
Trump denies he ordered Mueller fired
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump pushed back Friday against reports that he
Mom charged after boys 4 and 5 walk through the dark to Warren pharmacy
Mom charged after boys 4 and 5 walk through the dark to Warren pharmacy
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Woman accuses Seagal of rape in 1993 NEW YORK A once-aspiring actress has alleged
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses James Stanford Jr., 49, of 1634 Lansdowne Blvd.,
FRIDAY’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
MEN No. 6 Michigan State 76, Wisconsin 61 EAST LANSING, MICH. Miles Bridges scored 24 points
James, Cavs hold off Pacers at home
LeBron James recorded his 63rd career triple-double — overcoming 11 turnovers — and J.R. Smith scored 23 points.
2016 lawsuit filed by Trumbull engineer’s employees dismissed
2016 lawsuit filed by Trumbull engineer’s employees dismissed
YOUNGSTOWN STATE BASKETBALL | Today’s games
WOMEN Records: YSU 8-12 (4-5 Horizon League); Wright State 15-6 (6-3). Tipoff: 1 p.m. Where:
Human skull found
Human skull found YOUNGSTOWN Police found what appears to be a human skull in the woods near
Friday, January 26 (116 stories)
Friends, addiction explain Austintown athlete's fall from grace, court officials say
Tyler Hewlett appeared to be on the right track.
$1.75M stolen from Boardman manufacturer through email account
Someone outside the U.S. drained two bank accounts belonging to a township company, getting away with more than $1.75 million by having access to the right email account.
Trumbull pound offering $5 ID tags for any dog
The Trumbull County Dog Pound has a new tool to help people return stray dogs to their owner.
Character Avengers reward Lowellville students for acts of good character
Slightly more than 250 Lowellville kindergarten through sixth-grade students erupted into cheers as the “Character Avengers” – high-school students portraying superheroes exemplifying good character traits – burst into the school’s gym.
White nationalist's tour organizer threatens to sue school
White nationalist's tour organizer threatens to sue school
Ga. man jailed over restaurant's lack of barbecue sauce
Ga. man jailed over restaurant's lack of barbecue sauce
Youngstown police find human skull in North Side woods
Youngstown police find human skull in North Side woods
MSU athletic director retires over Nassar sex abuse
MSU athletic director retires over Nassar sex abuse
Ky. governor says shootings are a 'cultural problem'
Ky. governor says shootings are a 'cultural problem'
YSU speaker discusses treating people with mental illness
YSU speaker discusses treating people with mental illness
Police say officer wounds suspect near Ohio State campus
Police say officer wounds suspect near Ohio State campus
Howland program to check in with seniors living alone
Howland Police Department is launching the townshipwide “Are You OK?” program
Ohio boy acknowledges throwing sandbag that killed car passenger
Ohio boy acknowledges throwing sandbag that killed car passenger
Trump declares America open for business under his tenure
Trump declares America open for business under his tenure
Michigan authorities investigating Ohio school official
Michigan authorities investigating Ohio school official
The Bees Trees at Suzie’s
The Bees Trees will have a record-release show at 9:30 p.m. Saturday at Suzie’s Dogs and Drafts.
‘Dirty Dancing’ musical coming to Packard hall
Aaron Patrick Craven and Kaleigh Courts star in the touring production of “Dirty Dancing,” which will come to Packard Music Hall
UPDATE | $1.7 million theft reported from Boardman firm
$1.7 million theft reported from Boardman firm
Cecile Richards stepping down as Planned Parenthood leader
Cecile Richards stepping down as Planned Parenthood leader
3 Northeast states to sue feds over GOP’s tax overhaul plan
3 Northeast states to sue feds over GOP’s tax overhaul plan
US economy grew at solid 2.6 percent rate in fourth quarter
US economy grew at solid 2.6 percent rate in fourth quarter
State patrol works to raise awareness of human trafficking
State patrol works to raise awareness of human trafficking
Trump denies Times report that he ordered Mueller fired
Trump denies Times report that he ordered Mueller fired
Wanda Sobieska in free concert
Violinist Wanda Sobieska will return to Youngstown for a free concert
ICE refuses stay Adi’s deportation
The agency plans to continue with deportation plans despite intervention by the U.S. House Judiciary Committee.
Youngstown schools citizens coalition, Mohip debate calendars
“It’s so refreshing to be able to ask questions in a room of adults and have a conversation and be able to just talk to one another,” Mohip said.
Panthers’ inside game too much for visiting Penguins
Garrett Covington led YSU with 15 points in a 66-55 loss.
Boyle returns to Howland as head football coach
Steve Boyle played at Howland under then-coach Dick Angle.
Friends of Fido is asking people to show some love for pound pups for Valentine’s day
Trish Collins, president of Friends of Fido, said anywhere from $4,000 to $10,000 is typically received – and it all goes toward caring for the dogs.
Judge DeGenaro of Poland appointed to Ohio Supreme Court
The judge will run for the seat in the fall.
Lakeview, Poland rallying around Rygalski
Lakeview girls basketball player Lexi Rygalski has been diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
Niles teacher used sick leave to coach Howland High Golf
Christopher Chieffo was fired Jan. 18 in a unanimous vote by the board of education
SPORTS DIGEST || Ex-Phantom makes NHL debut with Flames
EDMONTON, ALBERTA Ryan Lomberg, a Youngstown Phantom during the 2014-15 season, made his NHL debut on Thursday with the Calgary Flames in a game against the Edmonton Oilers.
Chamber announces board members, officers
Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber’s Board of Directors named four new members.
Youngstown to re-evaluate snow-removal procedures
A street department worker complained to city council members they didn’t understand the problems.
Couple in recovery helps Rescue Mission mark 125th
The original building was a YMCA facility for blacks.
Deputies help recover three German Shepherds that bit factory worker
Deputies help recover three German Shepherds that bit factory worker
METRO DIGEST || Jazz & Dessert event Saturday
Jazz & Dessert event AUSTINTOWN It’s time for some sweet treats and tunes Saturday at Austintown
American dream now reality for 9
Judge Robert Rusu, center, swore in nine new citizens Thursday, including Jeny Wilcoxson, right, celebrating after the ceremony with her son, Brody, 4, husband Eric, and daughter, Olivia, 2at the Mahoning County Courthouse, downtown Youngstown.
Poland Community Briefs
DIVA Donations has open house for new space DIVA Donations Mahoning Counties First Formal Clothing
AMS hosts robotics competition
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Schools from Ohio, Kentucky and Pennsylvania came to the
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Beulah Baptist Church, 570 Sherwood Ave., Youngstown, food, including
Nassar ‘death warrant’ puts abusers, enablers on notice
Editorial: Michigan Circuit Court Judge Rosemary E. Aquilina spared no mercy and minced no words Wednesday in
OTHER developments
President Donald Trump barreled into a global summit in the Swiss Alps on Thursday, threatening to
AROUND THE NHL
AROUND THE NHL Thursday’s games Penguins 6, Wild 3 PITTSBURGH Evgeni Malkin scored two
Alumni game brings in money for scholarship fund
On Dec. 27, Cardinal Mooney High School, located at 2545 Erie Street in Youngstown, hosted its
Miss Graham, Mr. Kamenitsa to wed in June
CANFIELD Mark and Diane Graham and Tom and Julie Kamenitsa, all of Canfield, are announcing the
Austintown Community Briefs
Austintown concert choir hosts purse Bingo The Austintown Fitch concert choir will host a Purse
CHS students organize wiffle ball tournament
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield High School seniors Angelo Petracci and Anthony
Canfield swim and dive competes at the AAC Championship
The AAC Swimming and Diving Championships took place on Jan. 13 at the Warren G. Harding High School
Sara Wenger, Jack Daugherty are engaged
YOUNGSTOWN Sara E. Wenger and Jack Daugherty, both of Youngstown, are engaged and will marry at 5
Teens begin epic quest at Boardman library
Teenagers gathered in the Boardman library’s meeting room on Jan. 17 to create characters for their future fantasy adventures.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1253.10-0.20 Aqua America, .71
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 26
Today is Friday, Jan. 26, the 26th day of 2018. There are 339 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Lonnie Showers and Stacie Smelly, Girard, boy, Jan. 24.
Mahoning County elections board taking steps to rebuild reputation
Opinion: What happened on the Nov. 7, 2017, election night in Mahoning County should never happen again.
Report: Trump wanted Mueller fired, backed off
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump ordered the firing of special counsel Robert
2 years after ruling, man awaits shot at freedom
Associated Press BATON ROUGE, LA. A landmark ruling by the nation’s highest court gave Henry
Why some students fail
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords Another semester is about to begin at the community college where
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Doughnut-eating champ charged with stealing from Dunkin’ Donuts ELIZABETH CITY,
Oprah: ‘I don’t have the DNA’ for a presidential bid
Oprah: ‘I don’t have the DNA’ for a presidential bid ATLANTA Before her iconic Golden Globes
Trump’s plan offers citizenship path for 1.8 million
Associated Press WASHINGTON The White House unveiled a proposal Thursday that provides a pathway
Garrettsville man faces theft charge
Garrettsville man faces theft charge BOARDMAN A man faces a theft charge after police said he
S. Korea hospital fire kills at least 30
Associated Press SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA A fire swept through a hospital for the elderly in
AUSTRALIAN OPEN 1st major, top ranking at stake in Halep-Wozniacki final
Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia For the second time in the tournament, Simona Halep faced
Panel rejects plan for tobacco device
Associated Press SILVER SPRING, MD. Government advisers dealt a blow Thursday to Philip Morris
Warren man sentenced to 11 years in prison for killing wrong man in 2016
Warren man sentenced to 11 years in prison for killing wrong man in 2016
Love back at power forward as chaotic Cavs tweak lineup
Kevin Love’s latest move hasn’t made any of the Cavaliers screaming mad.
Shooting suspect ordered held in juvenile court
Associated Press BENTON, Ky. The 15-year-old accused of killing two classmates with a handgun in
At Michigan State, sex-abuse scandal is far from being over
Associated Press LANSING, MICH. Sports doctor Larry Nassar is on his way to prison for the rest
LeBron has Durant, reunites with Kyrie in NBA All-Star draft
James and Curry will be the captains Feb. 18 in Los Angeles.
Thursday’s other COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
MEN Penn State 82, No. 13 Ohio State 79 COLUMBUS Tony Carr hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer to
THURSDAY’s PRO GOLF RESULTS
FARMERS INSURANCE OPEN SAN DIEGO Tiger Woods brought big crowds back to golf, and he even
Judge to rule soon on whether to remove Mecca Township fiscal officer Deborah Drawl
Judge to rule soon on whether to remove Mecca Township fiscal officer Deborah Drawl
AROUND THE NBA | Thursday’s games
Thunder 121, Wizards 112 OKLAHOMA CITY Russell Westbrook scored a season-high 46 points, and the
PREP ROUNDUP | Thursday’s results
GIRLS BASKETBALL Austintown Fitch 68, East 36 YOUNGSTOWN Sabria Hunter scored 24 for
Cruise marks the Brenners’ anniversary
canfield Mr. and Mrs. David Brenner of Canfield celebrated their 50th anniversary on a seven-day
Children jumped with joy at Austintown Bounce’s Lunch with Santa
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Austintown Bounce had their Lunch with Santa Christmas party
Crocheters make rugs at the library
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Participants at the Boardman library’s All About Yarn
Come Stay and Play Pet Resort celebrates 10th anniversary
This past November marked Come Stay and Play Pet Resort’s 10th anniversary. In 2007, Bill and
Boardman Sports Briefs
Boardman Community Baseball registration announced Registration for Boardman Community Baseball
Canfield Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants winter sports news The snowy season is here, winter athletics have arrived and
Canfield Local Schools welcomes newest Cardinals
The Canfield Local School District is announcing Kindergarten Registration for students residing in
Three-dimensional art created at library program
The Austintown library invited the community to work on three-dimensional art with the library’s set of 3D pens on Jan. 16.
Boy Scouts host Breakfast with Santa
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Campmasters of local Boy Scout Camp Stambaugh of the
Presley Cummings | David Maxwell
DAMASCUS Presley Nicole Cummings and David Maxwell were married Oct. 7 at Damascus Friends Church.
Boardman Community Briefs
Teen Advisory Board meeting for February announced Check out at the monthly Teen Advisory Board
Jan. 11
Jan. 11 Breaking and entering: Someone shattered a front-door window and broke into MetroPCS, 1502
Canfield Community Briefs
DIVA Donations has open house for new space DIVA Donations Mahoning Counties First Formal Clothing
CHS art club has coloring book and crayon drive
In the spirit of the holidays, members of the Canfield High School art club had a coloring book and crayon drive to benefit Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley.
POLICE BLOTTER
Jan. 11 Arrest: A traffic stop on Market Street resulted in the arrest of Edward Kimbrough Jr.,
PSHS presents spectacular holiday concert
Poland Seminary High School presented its winter concert, “A Holiday Spectacular and Sing Along,“ at Holy Family Church on Dec. 16.
Care given to Christmas presents for seniors
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Home Instead Senior Care wrapped gifts for seniors on Dec.
Successful craft show benefits Fitch choir
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Austintown Fitch’s concert choir had a craft show on Dec. 17
Alumni game brings in funds for scholarship fund
On Dec. 27, Cardinal Mooney High School, located at 2545 Erie Street in Youngstown, hosted its
CVMS bands perform holiday concert
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield Village Middle School seventh- and eighth-grade
Mill Creek celebrates winter
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Mill Creek Metroparks had a special “Toyland“ holiday
Poland Sports Briefs
Poland Boosters basketball tournament dates announced The Poland Boosters Basketball tournament
Mill Creek celebrates winter in Davis Center
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Mill Creek Metroparks had a special “Toyland“ holiday
Thursday, January 25 (123 stories)
Rescue Mission showcases services, successes at today's open house
If anyone exemplifies what officials with the Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley say are primary goals for clients, it likely would be Randy and Jessica Skelton.
ICE snubs Judiciary request to delay Adi deportation
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement will not grant a stay of removal for downtown businessman Amer “Al” Adi Othman, despite a request from the chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee.
Valentine event to help pound pups
Friends of Fido is asking the public to show some love for pound pups by sending them a Valentine’s Day card with a donation of a dollar or more.
Y'town schools coalition mulls change in class calendar
Youngstown schools CEO Krish Mohip was happy to be back in the conversation and debate of the Citizens Coalition meeting Thursday evening.
WPost: Russians duped Americans to RSVP to phony events
Washington Post: Russians duped Americans to RSVP to phony events
LeBron has Durant, reunites with Kyrie in NBA All-Star draft
LeBron has Durant, reunites with Kyrie in NBA All-Star draft
Candace Bergen returning as reporter Murphy Brown next fall
Candice Bergen is returning to TV in a revival of “Murphy Brown,” the agenda-setting 20th-century comedy.
Massachusetts' only black state senator stepping down
Massachusetts' only black state senator stepping down
Former N.J. pastor sentenced for choking Kansas baby
Former N.J. pastor sentenced for choking Kansas baby
Cleveland Cavaliers to begin arena makeover in February
Cleveland Cavaliers to begin arena makeover in February
Mexican police find 100 lbs of fentanyl in multidrug stash
Mexican police find 100 lbs of fentanyl in multidrug stash
Youngstown officials to re-evaluate snow-removal policy
Youngstown officials to re-evaluate snow-removal policy
Company says Ohio, Pa. nuclear plants in danger of closing
Company says Ohio, Pa. nuclear plants in danger of closing
Senators call for investigation of USOC, USA Gymnastics
Senators call for investigation of USOC, USA Gymnastics
Sex abuse scandal is far from over at Michigan State
Sex abuse scandal is far from over at Michigan State
Trump plan offers citizenship path to 1.8M immigrants
Trump plan offers citizenship path to 1.8M immigrants
Baltimore Ravens player accused of stealing $15 phone charger
Baltimore Ravens player accused of stealing $15 phone charger
Mahoning County Grand Jury indicts 23
A Mahoning County grand jury Thursday indicted 23 people, including Quentin Jones, 30, Pasadena Avenue, who is accused of illegal possession of weapons, improperly handling a firearm in a motor vehicle and possession of cocaine.
Potholes ahead for Trump transportation, infrastructure plan
Potholes ahead for Trump transportation, infrastructure plan
University of Akron to drop nearly all Friday classes
University of Akron to drop nearly all Friday classes
Fossil shows modern humans left Africa earlier than thought
Fossil shows modern humans left Africa earlier than thought
Ohio school district outlines training after racial incident
Ohio school district outlines training after racial incident
UPDATE | Family disputes ICE claim that Adi has ended hunger strike
ICE: Adi eats meal, won't be released pending departation
Ohio court to oversee giant online charter school’s closure
Ohio court to oversee giant online charter school’s closure
Erykah Badu claims supportive Hitler stance 'misconstrued'
Erykah Badu claims supportive Hitler stance 'misconstrued'
Dems buoyed by Trump support for Dreamer's citizenship
Democrats buoyed by Trump support for Dreamer's citizenship
Trump: Palestinians must return to talks to receive aid
Trump: Palestinians must return to talks to receive aid
17 universities oppose anti-smoking group with tobacco ties
17 universities oppose anti-smoking group with tobacco ties
Judge Mary DeGenaro of Poland named to the Ohio Supreme Court
Judge Mary DeGenaro of Poland named to the Ohio Supreme Court
Oprah: 'I don't have the DNA' for a presidential bid
Oprah: 'I don't have the DNA' for a presidential bid
Garrettsville man charged in Boardman wallet theft
Garrettsville man charged in Boardman wallet theft
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
Hopewell Theatre changes Sunday start time for play
Hopewell Theatre changes Sunday start time for play
New outpatient treatment center coming to Liberty
Youngstown Treatment Services to offer outpatient care
Globetrotters entertain again at Covelli Centre
Struthers couple Amber and Eddie Bonilla were part of the on-court antics.
Defensive Tigers win battle of AAC cats
Struthers struggled offensively in a 39-31 loss at Newton Falls.
Big turnout for teacher job fair at MCCTC
The goal is finding employment for teachers and meeting the demand for substitutes in area schools.
Club plans Salem Super Cruise, chock full of cars, music and fans
Even though it’s midwinter with a dusting of snow coating the ground, members of a longtime car club are thinking about and planning in a big way for summer.
SPORTS DIGEST || Fitch Hall of Fame seeks nominees
The Austintown Fitch Athletic Hall Of Fame is accepting nominations through March 9 for the 2018 class.
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS | More results from Wednesday
GIRLS BASKETBALL Austintown Fitch 41, Warren Harding 40 AUSTINTOWN Camryn Constance made only
YPD searches for missing woman
The woman's mother said a friend her daughter was staying with in Youngstown said on Thanksgiving that he had not heard from her since Nov. 10.
Broadway stops in Canfield for a night
Canfield High School’s choir ensemble will perform a medley of tunes from 100 years worth of Broadway shows this Saturday.
Champion man gets 91/2 years for fracturing grandson’s arm
Michael R. Tenney of Champion received the maximum sentence of eight years in prison Wednesday plus another 18 months for a probation violation stemming from pulling on the arm of his grandson last January.
Millennial Theatre Company tackles sexual assault
Inspired by recent events and movements such as #MeToo, the Millennial Theatre Company is producing an original play that addresses the topic of sexual assault.
YSU BASKETBALL
YSU BASKETBALL Tonight’s games MEN Records: YSU (6-15, 4-4 Horizon League); Milwaukee (7-12,
Ohio lawmakers want Camp Ravenna for East Coast Missile Defense System
Ohio lawmakers want Camp Ravenna selected for an East Coast Missile Defense System.
Mahoning Co. elections board adopts new policy
The secretary of state required it after an election night error.
Williams to be sentenced week of Feb. 5
Agreement brings resolution to the 2014 killing of 16-year-old Gina Burger
St. Christine School resumes classes today
The school had to remain closed until the asbestos was properly eradicated and air quality tests were performed
Trumbull commissioners to interview finalists today for county administrator
Commissioner Mauro Cantalamessa said commissioners will interview Mike Matas of Cortland, Lake County Ohio’s budget director, and Larry Collins of Saline, Mich., former assistant city administrator for the city of Ann Arbor, Mich.
Judge Rusu appoints two people to MetroParks board
The judge appointed Jeff Harvey and Paul Olivier to the two open seats.
Youngstown council committee to meet today about snow removal
Residents complained about how the city handled plowing during last week's storm.
1978’s ‘perfect storm’ unforgettable in Valley
Mahoning County deputy sheriffs pushed cars from a snowbank along West Boardman Street in Youngstown.
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Officials: Girl mistakenly gave pot candy in school ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. Officials
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Starbucks workers get stock grants, raises due to tax law
Starbucks workers get stock grants, raises due to tax law NEW YORK Starbucks is giving its U.S.
Heavy snow, ice on ornamentals
Heavy snow, ice on ornamentals The heavy, wet snow did some damage to many plants the past couple
Y’town businessman Adi a victim of GOP inaction
Editorial: Youngstown businessman Amer “Al” Adi Othman’s imprisonment by U.S. Immigration and Customs
Trump’s ‘gift’ to jobless
Opinion: By LeeAnn Hall OtherWords On Jan. 11, the Trump administration issued a cruel announcement: If
Facts and analysis are playing diminishing role in public life
Opinion: WASHINGTON It cannot be a sign of social health that the number of tweets per day worldwide
UK club rocked by accusations of sexual misconduct
UK club rocked by accusations of sexual misconduct LONDON Britain’s financial “old boys” club
Can this lemon tree be saved?
Q. I have a lemon tree in a container and all the leaves have fallen off. Does this mean the tree is
Elton John says upcoming tour will be his last
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Elton John is retiring from the road after his
Researchers clone monkeys in China
Associated Press NEW YORK For the first time, researchers have used the cloning technique that
Cranky Federer becomes motivated
Associated Press MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA Roger Federer got cranky at the chair umpire for a
Metal veterans Last In Line will play Goodyear theater
Staff report AKRON Last In Line, featuring former members of the ’80s heavy metal band Dio,
Youngstown Shrine Club donates to Shriners Hospital
Youngstown Shrine Club donates to Shriners Hospital
Stay off the turf!
Stay off the turf! Yes, walking on frozen turf can rupture frozen plant cells, injuring or killing
Election-fraud suit
Election-fraud suit YOUNGSTOWN Visiting Judge Patricia A. Cosgrove will preside over the first
Backyard hibernators could be hiding in plain sight
Say the word hibernation and most of us think of bears.
“Great News” (9:30 P.M., NBC): The staff at The Breakdown are given an ultimatum and
“Great News” (9:30 P.M., NBC): The staff at The Breakdown are given an ultimatum and Chuck’s career
annual Winter Seminar
annual Winter Seminar When: Feb. 17, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. What: Think Big, Think Small, Think
Captive kids slowly providing information
Associated Press RIVERSIDE, Calif. The California children who authorities say were tortured by
Are Americans numb to school shootings?
Associated Press ATLANTA The shooting of more than a dozen students at a Kentucky high school
Toys ‘R’ Us to close 182 stores across US
Associated Press NEW YORK Toys “R” Us, a nostalgic favorite even as many shoppers moved to
Irish music and dance at Sharon event
The annual Night of Irish Music will take place from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m.
Snubs, surprises in the nominations
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer LOS ANGELES It is a mathematical impossibility for a group of
Oakland Center kids present ‘Hobbit’ parody
The play was written by Jim Canacci of Youngstown and is being directed by David El'Hatton.
‘I just signed your death warrant’
Judge sentences doctor to up to 175 years in prison for molesting gymnasts Associated Press
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Liberty Township trustees, 11 a.m., special meeting, Trumbull County Planning
New York man gets nine years in prison for 1996 break-in and rape of elderly Howland woman
New York man gets nine years in prison for 1996 break-in and rape of elderly Howland woman
Thursday
Thursday Children Family Night at the Library, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Austintown Public Library, 600
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Hostiles (R) In 1892, a legendary Army captain reluctantly agrees to escort a
Mayors boycott Trump meeting
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Justice Department ramped up pressure Wednesday on so-called
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 25
Today is Thursday, Jan. 25, the 25th day of 2018. There are 340 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Last Five Years,” directed by Joe Asente with music direction by Savannah
Entertaining Thoughts - See the films, then pick the winners
The Academy Award nominees were unveiled this week, and The Vindicator’s annual contest to pick the
Wednesday’s NHL Game Maple Leafs 3, Blackhawks 2, OT
CHICAGO William Nylander scored on a penalty shot 6 seconds into overtime to lift Toronto.
Apollo Maennerchor, 391 S. Dock St., Sharon, Pa.
Apollo Maennerchor, 391 S. Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Sat: Demos Papadimas, 8 p.m. Barrel Run
Some musicians who won Best New Artist succumbed to the pressure A Grammy curse?
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Winning the best new artist Grammy is a goal for
Apple to give users control over slowdown of older iPhones
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Apple’s next major update of its mobile software will include an
WEDNESDAY’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
MEN No. 8 Xavier 89, Marquette 70 CINCINNATI Point guard Quentin Goodin scored 13 of his team-
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Bergen to star in revival of ‘Murphy Brown’ LOS ANGELES Candice Bergen is returning
Idaho to allow policies that skirt health law
Associated Press BOISE, Idaho Concerned about soaring health care costs, Idaho on Wednesday
russia probe Trump ‘looking forward’ to questioning
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump declared late Wednesday he’s “looking
Schwartz turned Eagles’ hapless defense into one of NFL’s best
Jim Schwartz inherited one of the NFL’s worst defenses and turned them into one of the best in less than two years.
Charged after chase
Charged after chase AUSTINTOWN A man rolled down his window during a car chase and while driving
AROUND THE NBA | Wednesday’s games
76ers 115, Bulls 101 PHILADELPHIA Ben Simmons had 19 points, 17 rebounds and 14 assists for his
To brighten up the gray winter indoors, use colorful, flowering houseplants
Flowering houseplants can help brighten the long, gray days of winter.
Wednesday, January 24 (107 stories)
Youngstown council committee to discuss plowing problems Thursday
City council’s safety committee will meet Thursday to discuss ways to improve snow removal after council members received numerous complaints from residents last week about how the city handled plowing.
After mistake, Mahoning elections board makes changes
At the insistence of the Ohio secretary of state, the Mahoning County Board of Elections adopted a policy that addresses how it handles elections.
Police searching for missing woman
Police are searching for a missing 30-year-old Danville, W.Va., woman.
Wild dogs roaming Newton Township; people, animals attacked
Beware: Wild dogs roaming Newton Township, people, animals attacked
Thousands expected for expanded 14th Salem Super Cruise in June
Even though it’s mid-winter with a dusting of snow coating the ground, members of a longtime car club are thinking about and planning in a big way for summer.
Pick for interim San Fran mayor upsets black activists
Pick for interim San Fran mayor upsets black activists
Big Apple Circus clown resigns over sexual misconduct
Big Apple Circus clown resigns over sexual misconduct
Captive Calif. kids providing information to investigators
Captive Calif. kids providing information to investigators
Trump open to letting Dreamers "morph into" citizens
Trump open to letting Dreamers "morph into" citizens
Trump: Would 'love to' face Mueller questions – under oath
Trump: Would 'love to' face Mueller questions – under oath
Jones, Thome, Guerrero, Hoffman elected to baseball Hall
Jones, Thome, Guerrero, Hoffman elected to baseball Hall
2 fed agencies send teams to probe Tesla freeway crash
2 fed agencies send teams to probe Tesla freeway crash
Liberty trustees to discuss JEDD with Girard on Friday
Liberty trustees to discuss JEDD with Girard on Friday
Mahoning Co. elections board adopts ballot-counting policy
Mahoning Co. elections board adopts ballot-counting policy
Judge Rusu announces new Mill Creek MetroParks board members
Judge Rusu announces appointments to Mill Creek MetroParks board
Woman dies of hypothermia, outside of Ohio nursing home 8 hours
Woman dies of hypothermia, outside of Ohio nursing home 8 hours
Tickets to Mayor Jamael Tito Brown's inaugural ball sold out
Tickets to Mayor Jamael Tito Brown's inaugural ball sold out
UPDATE | Williams pleads guilty to Austintown teen's 2014 killing
Williams pleads guilty to Austintown teen's 2014 killing
Ohio lawmakers want Camp Ravenna for East Coast Missile Defense System
Ohio lawmakers want Camp Ravenna for a future East Coast Missile Defense System
Cardinal Mooney hosts 26th annual Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner
Cardinal Mooney hosts 26th annual Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner
Calif. sues Trump administration over fracking rule
Calif. sues Trump administration over fracking rule
Senators starting over in search for immigration deal
Senators starting over in search for immigration deal
Grandpa who fractured grandson's elbow gets 9 years
Grandpa who fractured grandson's elbow gets 9 years
Justice Dept ramps up pressure on so-called sanctuary cities
Justice Dept ramps up pressure on so-called sanctuary cities
Ratings agency downgrades FirstEnergy; cites default risk
Ratings agency downgrades FirstEnergy; cites default risk
Billboards, ballot focus of Ohio anti-union efforts
Billboards, ballot focus of Ohio anti-union efforts
Nassar sentenced to 175 years for molesting Olympic gymnasts and young women
Nassar sentenced up to 175 years for molesting Olympic gymnasts and young women
Guilty plea and prison in a rape that once was a cold case
Guilty plea and prison in a rape that once was a cold case
Warren police investigate parent threat at Lincoln K-8 school
Warren police investigate parent threat at Lincoln K-8 school
Mahoning Co. uses SteelFusion to better serve community
San Francisco-based Riverbed Technology announced today that Mahoning County’s IT department is using Riverbed SteelFusion as the foundation for a digital transformation.
Butler keeps 'best museum' ranking in perspective
The museum started last week at No. 37 in the rankings.
South Range ignites for final-quarter rally
The final-quarter rally sent the Raiders to win at Valley Christian.
Campbell administrators want to tackle $90,000 in delinquent water bills
The $90,000 in late water fees is troubling Campbell officials.
Sebring ex-water operator placing blame on EPA
Attorneys for the Ohio Attorney General’s Office and former Sebring Water Department operator James Bates faced off here Tuesday in what you might call a blame game over the 2016 Sebring water crisis.
Y'town BOE member questions need for levy
District spending looks to be more than forecast, the district treasurer said.
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
FOOTBALL Campbell hires Jennings Butch Jennings, the head coach at Valley Christian for the 2016
Boardman Spartan Marching Band surprises woman on 100th birthday
Asked what she wanted for her 100th birthday, Margaret LoCicero responded with her signature humor. “A marching band,” she would tell people.
Get to know new Facebook feature
One skill most of us will say we don’t have, or that we struggle with, is the ability to talk about
Academy Awards nominations Oscars take ‘Shape’
By JAKE COYLE AP film writer NEW YORK Guillermo del Toro’s lavish monster romance “The Shape
YSU | News & notes
WOMEN’S SOCCER Shrum adds Greens to staff Josh Green and Mandy Green have joined the Youngstown
Contest honors local artist who died in 2015
The parents of a 23-year-old Boardman man who died while creating art in 2015 now fund an art contest and classes to help others in his honor.
Bowling organization changes in Youngstown
Bowling organization changes in Youngstown YOUNGSTOWN The Greater Youngstown USBC Bowling
8-day crime spree leads to 13-year prison term
His mother, his attorney and even a judge all seemed to agree that 20-year-old Evon Cruz was a good kid – until the drugs took control of his life.
Florida woman kicked Liberty officer, spat at two of them
An Orlando, Fla., woman faces multiple charges after she kicked one police officer and spat at others who responded to a call about a car accident in the township Monday night, police said.
Youngstown death penalty case before Supreme Court
Justices will hear oral arguments Wednesday in Willie Wilks’ appeal of his death penalty case
Officials: Mahoning County's pothole-palooza likely to get worse
Numerous potholes filled with water dotted West Federal Street in Youngstown Tuesday near the DeYor Performing Arts Center.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Matthew and Samantha Holmes, Youngstown, boy, Jan. 22.
Cavalier Distributing: Delivering Fine Craft Beer to the Mahoning Valley
Cavalier Distributing has been offering great craft beer to the Valley from the finest breweries across the U.S. — and throughout the worldsince 1992. The company offers craft beers from some of the finest breweries across the U.S. — and throughout the world.
TOM PURCELL | Hey feds, take your ethanol mandate, and shove it
Opinion: By TOM PURCELL Cagle Cartoons My back is sore from shoveling snow – and it’s the federal
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks, 4 p.m., horticulture
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Delivering Fine Craft Beer to the Mahoning Valley
By Jim Cyphert The word cavalier brings to mind a wide range of thoughts in the Mahoning Valley.
Trump’s move to tax some imports creates its own risks for US
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s move Tuesday to tax imported solar cells
NFC Championship on Fox takes top 3 spots
NFC Championship on Fox takes top 3 spots NEW YORK Here are the prime-time viewership numbers
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Kmart WARN notice HOWLAND In a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act notice, Kmart
Official: Man arrested in slaying of girl, 7
Associated Press LAHORE, PAKISTAN A man suspected in the rape and killing of a 7-year-old girl
Lawyers: Juries should impose death sentences
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s capital-punishment law is unconstitutional because judges, not
boardman Officials to apply for $9K grant
Staff report BOARDMAN Trustees authorized the zoning and development department to apply for a
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 24
Today is Wednesday, Jan. 24, the 24th day of 2018. There are 341 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Valley unemployment rate down slightly
The Mahoning Valley’s jobless rate for December was 5.8 percent, down from 6 percent in December 2016.
‘He knew what he was doing,’ school shooting witness says
Associated Press BENTON, KY. A 15-year-old student killed two classmates and hit a dozen others
Undersea earthquake sends Alaskans fleeing
Associated Press ANCHORAGE, ALASKA A powerful undersea earthquake sent Alaskans fumbling for
As Cosby hits the town, legal experts see a strategy
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Bill Cosby is suddenly out and about in his hometown of
By PETER FUNT
Opinion: By PETER FUNT Cagle Cartoons He looked pretty good sitting behind the antique partners desk in
Special counsel questions Sessions; is Trump due soon?
Associated Press WASHINGTON Attorney General Jeff Sessions was questioned for hours in the
With the release of the nominees for the 2018 Oscar awards, let’s take a look at last
With the release of the nominees for the 2018 Oscar awards, let’s take a look at last year’s winners
METRO DIGEST || Inaugural ball
Inaugural ball YOUNGSTOWN Mayor Jamael Tito Brown is having an inaugural ball Saturday at
Hubbard man charged after threatening police officers
Hubbard man charged after threatening police officers
Make kitchen time easier
Family Features Throughout 2018, you can create easy, healthy and delicious family meals by using
Trump’s move may nudge GOP states to expand Medicaid
Associated Press WASHINGTON In an ironic twist, the Trump administration’s embrace of work
CEO: P&G working to stop ‘Tide Pod challenge’
Associated Press NEW YORK Procter & Gamble says it’s working to stop the “Tide Pod challenge,” a
Home Savings reports full-year, 4Q earnings
United Community Financial Corp. reported net income of $4.5 million for the fourth quarter of 2017
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1252.41-0.53 Aqua America, .71
METRO DIGEST || Vigil today for Al Adi
Vigil today for Al Adi YOUNGSTOWN A community vigil for Amer “Al” Adi is set for 5:30 p.m. today
CAL THOMAS | Blame all of us for government shutdown
Opinion: If we don’t like what is happening in Washington – and few do – the blame must be placed squarely
Keeping up with New Year’s resolutions
Family Features After a holiday season filled with indulgent food and limited time for exercise,
washington Schumer rescinds wall offer in new immigration push
Associated Press WASHINGTON Top Senate Democrat Chuck Schumer on Tuesday pulled back an offer of
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Authorities seize cocaine hidden in pineapples LISBON, Portugal Spanish and
In search of smoother roads ahead for Valley motorists
Editorial: Mahoning Valley drivers had better fasten their safety belts tightly as Mother Nature promises more
Tuesday, January 23 (116 stories)
Vigil Wednesday for Al Adi
A community vigil for Amer “Al” Adi is set for 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at 1st Unitarian Universalist Church at 1105 Elm St.
Campbell looking at stricter deadlines to pay water bills
Campbell administrators are considering tougher deadlines for water customers to pay past-due bills.
Sebring's ex-water operator blaming EPA for notification failure
Attorneys for the Ohio Attorney General’s Office and former Sebring Water Department operator James Bates faced off here Tuesday in what you might call a blame game over the 2016 Sebring water crisis.
Valley centenarian's 100th birthday wish fulfilled
Asked what she wanted for her 100th birthday, Margaret LoCicero responded with her signature humor.
Y'town schools treasurer unsure of levy need till June
A Youngstown Board of Education member is questioning whether the city school district will need another levy to remain out of the red.
School board member questions if another levy is needed
School board member questions if another levy is needed
Special counsel questions Sessions; Is Trump coming soon?
Special counsel questions Sessions; Is Trump coming soon?
Gay couple sues US for denying citizenship to 1 twin son
Gay couple sues US for denying citizenship to 1 twin son
Senate approves Powell to follow Yellen as Fed chairman
Senate approves Powell to follow Yellen as Fed chairman
Woman, 86, placed on probation after plea in Pa. bank robbery
Woman, 86, placed on probation after plea in Pa. bank robbery
910th Airlift Wing, air base fully operational
910th Airlift Wing and Youngstown Air Reserve Station are fully operational
Boardman's marching band makes 100th birthday surprise
Boardman's marching band makes 100th birthday surprise
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 23
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 23, the 23rd day of 2018. There are 342 days left in the year.
Tech and consumer-focused companies rise; Netflix leaps
Tech and consumer-focused companies rise; Netflix leaps
Lawyers: Juries, not judges, should impose death sentences
Lawyers: Juries, not judges, should impose death sentences
18-year-old dead after stabbing, Cleve. police search for suspects
18-year-old dead after stabbing, Cleve. police search for suspects
Motorcycle seminar Satruday at Packard museum
This informative seminar is open to the public and free with paid admission to the museum.
UPDATE | 2 dead, 17 injured in Ky. school shooting; suspect held
2 dead, 17 injured in Kentucky school shooting; suspect held
Pa. man pleads guilty to causing wife’s 2016 suicide
Pa. man pleads guilty to causing wife’s 2016 suicide
Ohio high court: Trooper wrongly searched arrestee’s purse
State high court: Trooper wrongly searched arrestee’s purse
Schumer takes back wall offer in new immigration push
Schumer takes back wall offer in new immigration push
'I love Trump,' Uganda's leader says, despite vulgar remark
'I love Trump,' Uganda's leader says, despite vulgar remark
Two arraigned on drug charges
Two people arrested on felony drug charges over the weekend were arraigned Monday in municipal court.
Mount Union to host Army War College panel Thursday
Mount Union to host Army War College panel Thursday
Superintendent of Cleveland juvenile jail retires after riot
Superintendent of Cleveland juvenile jail retires after riot
Audit: 11 from Ohio village in fiscal trouble owe nearly $1M
Audit: 11 from Ohio village in fiscal trouble owe nearly $1M
Mayor Jamael Tito Brown's first inaugural ball is Saturday
Mayor Jamael Tito Brown's first inaugural ball is Saturday
12-year-olds charged with cyberstalking in girl's suicide
12-year-olds charged with cyberstalking in girl's suicide
Youngstown schools professional development committee meets Wednesday
Youngstown schools professional development committee meets Wednesday
Youngstown death-penalty case headed to Ohio Supreme Court
Youngstown death-penalty case headed to Ohio Supreme Court
Ryan Day stays at Ohio State; gets promotion
Ryan Day has been promoted to offensive coordinator by Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer.
Former YSU, KSU assistant Treadwell returns to Michigan State
Former Michigan State offensive coordinator Don Treadwell is returning to the Spartans’ staff.
AG Sessions interviewed by Mueller in Russia probe
AG Sessions interviewed by Mueller in Russia probe
Youngstown man gets 13-year prison sentence for 2015 shooting
Youngstown man gets 13-year prison sentence for 2015 shooting
Americans killed, injured in attack on Kabul hotel
Americans killed, injured in attack on Kabul hotel
Russia says Ahn among top athletes barred from Olympics
Russia says Ahn among top athletes barred from Olympics
Ohio school board member resigns after apparent overdose
Ohio school board member resigns after apparent overdose
Moriarty gives update on Hoerig case on 'CBS This Morning'
Moriarty gives update on Hoerig case on 'CBS This Morning'
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School All Alumni Reunion will take place at 7 p.m. July 21 at Mr. Anthony’s
Struthers school to host movie
Struthers school to host movie STRUTHERS Struthers Middle School Fellowship of Christian
Tune into Vindy Talk Radio -- Rich Little and Dawn Wells
Rich Little and Dawn Wells on Vindy Talk Radio this week
Neil Diamond retiring after Parkinson’s diagnosis
Days shy of his 77th birthday, the rock legend is canceling his tour dates in Australia and New Zealand for March. He was on his 50th anniversary tour.
UPDATE 8:05 a.m.: A magnitude 7.9 earthquake near Alaska prompts tsunami warning
The strong earthquake was recorded about 175 miles southeast of Kodiak Island early Tuesday morning.
Poland community members raising money for bridge restoration
Much has changed in the 141-year history of the bridge, the style of which used to be common across the United States and now is one of the last of its kind.
New medical advances mark the end of the diet industry Weight-loss science
By David Prologo Emory University For many years, the long-term success rates for those who
Trumbull deputies’ exposure to opiates during overdose raises issues of officer safety
Trumbull deputies’ exposure to opiates during overdose raises issues of officer safety
Local legislators hear hopes for more training, better rules for foster parents
Local legislators hear hopes for more training, better rules for foster parents
Mahoning County Regional Teacher Job Fair is Wednesday
An event Wednesday at the Mahoning County Career & Technical Center on aims to help people find teaching jobs
Choosing immigration criteria is definitely a Sisyphean task
Opinion: WASHINGTON In 1790, the finest mind in the First Congress, and of his generation, addressed in
Court throws out congressional boundaries
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court struck down the state’s widely
Trump decides on tariffs to assist US manufacturers
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump is approving tariffs on imported solar-energy
Woman, called inspiration for Rosie the Riveter, dies at 96
Associated Press LONGVIEW, Wash. A woman identified by a scholar as the inspiration for Rosie
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Denny’s closes BOARDMAN The Denny’s restaurant on U.S. Route 224 is closed. A sign on the door
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Brookfield Township trustees, 8 a.m., work session, administration building, 6388
Protect against the flu
Protect against the flu WASHINGTON, D.C. Noting the widespread flu activity in Ohio and
O’Reilly’s Auto opens in Campbell after two years of development
O’Reilly’s Auto Parts opens in Campbell
Taking on the cookie monster
Opinion: By TOM Purcell Cagle Cartoons I’m on a diet – a miserable diet – just as millions of Americans
Agents jail doctor who came to US as a child
Associated Press KALAMAZOO, Mich. A Michigan doctor who came to the U.S. from Poland as a young
New rules for Oscar envelope handling
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES After taking responsibility for the epic
As deal is reached, Trump on sidelines
Associated Press WASHINGTON As the shutdown of the federal government lumbered toward an end
Saffron may save eyesight
Q. I was diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration in 2014 and immediately read up on what I
COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP Monday’s games
MEN No. 13 Ohio State 64, Nebraska 59 COLUMBUS Keita Bates-Diop scored 14 of his 20 points in
Pence: US to hasten move to Jerusalem
Associated Press JERUSALEM U.S. Vice President Mike Pence told Israeli lawmakers Monday that the
Cloud of suspicion hangs over Probate Judge Rusu
Editorial: Given our long-standing support for Mahoning County Probate Court Judge Robert N. Rusu, we find
Trump to face mixed welcome at Davos
Associated Press DAVOS, Switzerland In Davos this week, participants can experience “a day in
Berlin Center man wins $12k toward mortgage
Burgan Real Estate is offering fans at select Youngstown State University men’s and women’s home basketball games the opportunity to have Burgan pay their mortgage for a year.
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Midland: Tonight on “Late Show
SHOP AND GO
Amazon opens store with no cashiers Associated Press SEATTLE No cashiers, no registers and no
Jewish Federation to host African-American Israel advocate
Staff report Youngstown The Youngstown Area Jewish Federation will host Chloe Valdary, an
AROUND THE NHL | Monday’s games
Red Wings 3, Devils 0 NEWARK, N.J. Petr Mrazek had 37 saves in posting his second straight
LeBron’s numbers sliding while Cavs slip in standings
LeBron James knows the Cavaliers have a proven vaccine that could cure them of this midseason malaise: a larger dose of him.
Winter storm howls through Midwest
Winter storm howls through Midwest MINNEAPOLIS Heavy snow and strong winds pushed across the
Burglar runs off
Burglar runs off YOUNGSTOWN A 56-year-old woman inside a West Side home Monday scared off a
Push for police levy
Push for police levy AUSTINTOWN Trustees are pushing for a police levy to appear on the May
Renacci said VP will be in Ohio to stump for him
He ran at the request of the president’s senior staff
MONDAY’s NBA GAMES
Rockets 99, Heat 90 HOUSTON James Harden had 28 points and Houston overcame a big early deficit
washington Back to work: Shutdown ends as Dems relent
Staff/wire report WASHINGTON President Donald Trump signed a bill reopening the government late
Boardman Township voters will see a new school levy on the May primary ballot
Levy would generate $4.9 million per year and cost the owner of a $100,000 home approximately $17 per month
The win marked the 400th of head coach Andy Saxon’s coaching career.
Girard’s Saxon hits milestone with victory over Lakeside
37th-ranked Mertens upsets Svitolina to reach semifinals
She’s the first Belgian to advance since Clijsters in 2012
Backups help resilient Eagles
Carson Wentz celebrated a victory with his teammates that many thought the Philadelphia Eagles couldn’t secure without him
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS | Monday’s games & scores
FOOTBALL Howland hires Boyle HOWLAND Howland High School has named Steve Boyle as the varsity
SPORTS digest
Treadwell returning to Michigan State staff EAST LANSING, Mich. Former Michigan State and
Monday, January 22 (87 stories)
Poland community members seek to restore bridge
Poland community members seek to restore historic bridge
Mexico: Woman slain, dismembered, cooked; ex is suspect
Mexico: Woman slain, dismembered, cooked; ex is suspect
Boardman residents to see new tax levy on May ballot
Boardman schools take final vote to put new tax levy on the May ballot
Amazon to debut cashier-less store in downtown Seattle
Amazon to debut cashier-less store in downtown Seattle
AP: Browns hiring fired Steelers coordinator Haley
AP: Browns hiring fired Steelers coordinator Haley
Pennsylvania court throws out congressional boundaries
Pennsylvania court throws out congressional boundaries
SHUTDOWN UPDATE | Congress votes to reopen government; Trump's quick signature expected
Congress votes to reopen government; Trump's quick signature expected
Trump hits solar panels, washing machines with tariffs
Trump hits solar panels, washing machines with tariffs
Supporters gather and write letters in support of Adi
Supporters gather and write letters in support of Adi
Silo collapse sends nearly 10,000 tons of corn onto Ohio road
Silo collapse sends about 10,000 tons of corn onto Ohio road
Youngstown woman pulls her gun, scares off burglar
Youngstown woman pulls her gun, scares off burglar
US orders extra air cargo screening for Mideast flights
US orders extra air cargo screening for Mideast flights
Pence defends Trump over remarks on African immigrants
Pence defends Trump over remarks on African immigrants
UK's Princess Eugenie, daughter of Prince Andrew, engaged
Princess Eugenie is engaged to be married later this year, several months after her cousin Prince Harry's nuptials.
'Hobbit' director Peter Jackson making WWI documentary
"The Lord of the Rings" director Peter Jackson is going from Middle Earth to the Western Front, transforming grainy black-and-white footage of World War I into 3-D color for a new documentary film.
More funding needed to train foster parents in opiate era
More funding needed to train foster parents in opiate era
Democrat Lange of Newton Falls seeks 6th Congressional District seat
Lange of Newton Falls seeks 6th Congressional District seat
Jon Rahm outlasts Andrew Landry in CareerBuilder playoff
Jon Rahm headed over the hill to San Diego for his Torrey Pines title defense with a playoff victory in the CareerBuilder Challenge and the No. 2 spot in the world ranking.
Arrest: $6,800 cash in car, plus some illegal things
Police Sunday found over $6,800 cash on a man they pulled over about 4:25 p.m. at Mahoning and Fernwood avenues for driving left of center.
Sheriff: Shooting at Texas high school, suspect in custody
No injuries have been confirmed in the shooting.
Running red light nets heroin charge on E. Midlothian
A man wanted on a probation violation for stealing $39,000 worth of lottery tickets in 2012 and 2013 is expected to be arraigned today in municipal court on a possession of heroin charge.
Broken window from snowball fight leads to parent fight
child that broke her window with a snowball during a snowball fight.
Youngstown air reserve base shuts down due to Washington actions
Due to the partial shutdown of the federal government which went into effect at midnight on Jan. 20, the 910th Airlift Wing and Youngstown Air Reserve Station are in a non-operating status until further notice.
Kid Rock donates merchandise money for voter registration
Kid Rock donates merchandise money for voter registration
Few arrests as Eagles fans take to streets to celebrate
Few arrests as Eagles fans take to streets to celebrate
Area events, fundraisers and more that are worth a look
auctions Christ the Good Shepherd, St. Joseph the Provider Church will host a quarter auction at 7
Dana announces clarinet day
Dana announces clarinet day YOUNGSTOWN Dana School of Music is announcing Dana Clarinet Day on
St. Nicholas School to host open house
St. Nicholas School to host open house STRUTHERS Saint Nicholas School, 762 Fifth St., will
Adi’s family buoyed by rally, elected officials’ visit at prison
The family of Amer “Al” Adi Othman, while not yet permitted to visit him while he is incarcerated in the Northeast Ohio Correctional Center on a six-day hunger strike, did receive some positive news from local elected officials.
Debate on in Massachusetts over safe sites for drug users
Associated Press BOSTON The idea may seem jarring at first: Creating safe spaces where drug
Two Hubbard students nominated for national competition
Morgan Diefenderfer is the first student at the school to win an American Visions art award
The allure of ice fishing
Some say the ice fishing season may last until March, if the weather continues to stay frigid.
SUNDAY AROUND THE NHL
Golden Knights 5, Hurricanes 1 RALEIGH, N.C. James Neal and Jonathan Marchessault scored to
SUNDAY’s COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
MEN No. 2 Virginia 59, Wake Forest 49 WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. Kyle Guy scored 17 points, and No.
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, lunch,
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Craig Beach Village Council, 6:30 p.m., safety committee, municipal building, 2538
Mahoning Valley Race Course | Today’s entries
Post Time: 12:15p.m. RACE 1 $29,600, 3 yo’s & up, 6F, F & M, MSW 1 Kinda Shy (Velez) 126 6/1
Organizers of women’s marches hope to keep building momentum
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Thousands of people poured into a football stadium in Las Vegas on
Deportation fears have legal immigrants avoiding health care
Associated Press MIAMI The number of legal immigrants from Latin American nations who access
Nadal, Dimitrov advance at Australian Open
After snuffing out local hopes for yet another Australian Open, Grigor Dimitrov huddled with Nick Kyrgios at the net and the pair exchanged encouraging words
Foreign labor hurts blacks
Opinion: By Joe Guzzardi Cagle Cartoons When low-wage, H-1B visa holders displace American citizens,
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 22
Today is Monday, Jan. 22, the 22nd day of 2018. There are 343 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Rylan S. Beachy, 24, of Kalona, Iowa, and Katrina S.
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Sunday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 69 to finish the
Having a top-selling album is no guarantee of winning the Grammy Award for Album of the Year. Here
Having a top-selling album is no guarantee of winning the Grammy Award for Album of the Year. Here
Youngstown’s Colon heading to Silver Gloves boxing tournament
The only person surprised that Brayan Colon is advancing to the upcoming National Silver Gloves Boxing Tournament is Colon himself
‘Jumanji’ again wins the weekend; ‘12 Strong’ second
‘Jumanji’ again wins the weekend; ‘12 Strong’ second NEW YORK “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle”
Philly flies over Vikings
Associated Press PHILADEPLPHIA With one quarter remaining, Eagles players on the field and
AROUND THE NBA | Sunday’s games
Pacers 94, Spurs 86 SAN ANTONIO Victor Oladipo scored 19 points and the Indiana Pacers defeated
Shutdown rolls into workweek as talks drag on
Associated Press WASHINGTON The government shutdown is set to sow more disruption and political
Boardman students earn awards in art competition
Staff report BOARDMAN Boardman High School art students recently participated in the 2018
End the blame game to halt US government shutdown
Editorial: In this corner, angry Democrats are calling the closure of most federal government operations
Canfield schools to begin registration
Staff report CANFIELD The Canfield Local School District is announcing kindergarten registration
Calif. highway swamped by deadly mudslides reopens
Associated Press SANTA BARBARA, CALIF. A coastal California highway swamped by deadly mudslides
Organ transplant rate increases with high overdose deaths
Associated Press COLUMBUS The number of organ transplants rose in central Ohio and the nation
Documentary includes troubling Ohio execution
Associated Press COLUMBUS A new documentary on the death penalty includes the work a federal
Political breakdown in America threatens our ability to govern
Opinion: By Georgie Anne Geyer Andrews McMeel Syndication WASHINGTON In my youth, our mothers would
Afghan forces end deadly siege at hotel
Associated Press KABUL, AFGHANISTAN Security forces said Sunday they had killed the last of six
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Wallaby hops across Sydney Harbor Bridge, is captured uninjured SYDNEY A wayward
Warning issued about phone scam
Warning issued about phone scam NILES A Mahoning County resident reported a phone scam that
Lawyers: Firing squad must be option for condemned killer
Associated Press COLUMBUS Attorneys for a condemned killer whose execution was stopped last year
Droves fill pope’s final Mass on trip
Associated Press LIMA, PERU More than 1 million people turned out Sunday for Pope Francis’ final
Trump campaign ad calls Dems ‘complicit’ in deaths of officers
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s re-election campaign released a provocative
SPORTS digest
YSU wins diving titles INDIANAPOLIS McKenzie Stelter and Bethany Glick each earned diving event
Stipe Miocic defends title
Stipe Miocic and Francis Ngannou had a violent history of first-round finishes
Sunday, January 21 (81 stories)
Eagles, Patriots heading to Super Bowl
The New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles will meet in the Super Bowl
Taliban militants killed after hotel siege kills 18
Taliban militants killed after hotel siege kills 18
200 rally for Adi outside private prison; legislators meet with businessman
200 rally for Adi outside private prison; legislators meet with businessman
REP. TIM RYAN: Valley case typifies broken immigration system of US
I’d hoped to share with ICE what is already clear to Youngstowners: Amer is an American who contributes immensely to his city and his country. Instead, I witnessed firsthand the destructive consequences of President Donald Trump’s vindictive and arbitrary immigration policies.
YSU gashes IUPUI to snap four-game skid
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis was the bigger team with the better record, but Youngstown State was better team Saturday night
Hundreds rally Saturday in support of Al Adi
State Rep. Lepore-Hagan and Sen. Schiavone are to visit Adi in prison to check on his health.
Fitch takes second at Josh Hephner Memorial Tournament
It seemed that first and second would come down to host Austintown Fitch and Louisville
Practices of ICE denounced at Adi forum
As painful and upsetting as Amer “Al” Adi Othman’s odyssey through the country’s deportation process has been for his loved ones and others, it also highlights and exposes the many disturbing, inhumane ways the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency operates, an immigrant rights advocate contends.
Taking the Polar Plunge in freezing Mosquito Lake
Saturday’s temperatures in the low 40s may have felt like a heat wave compared with the region’s recent bone-crushing cold, but jump into Mosquito Lake with water temperatures estimated in the low 30s, and all bets are off.
SATURDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL Valley Christian 79, Lordstown 29 YOUNGSTOWN Jamynk Jackson scored 11 points
Students display talent at Boardman's arts celebration
Parents, grandparents and community members were wowed by hundreds of students in grades K-12 offering musical, dramatic and artistic talents Saturday during the Boardman “100” Arts Celebration.
4 questions in advance of Oscar nominations
Associated Press NEW YORK Oscar nominations balloting might be finished but Hollywood’s “Me Too”
Boardman chocolate shop offers handcrafted Belgian treats with homemade fillings
The Chocolate Shoppe owners hope their chocolate is the best you’ve ever had
Tri-County Home Show to return to Metroplex Expo Center
Staff report LIBERTY The A to Z Drain Tri-County Home Show will return to the Metroplex Expo
Lowellville Schools adds new AP, College Credit Plus offerings
Lowellville School District offers new courses
Mercy Health invests $6M in Valley
One beneficiary was the Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Breast Care Center.
Schiavoni says his path to victory depends on Mahoning Valley
Schiavoni said the winner of the May 8 primary will need 30 percent of the vote, which he estimates will be about 350,000 voters.Job creation is top concern of most Ohioans, Schiavoni says.
Two Mahoning Valley venues offer outdoor ice skating
Valley’s deep freeze allowed area parks to bring back popular pastime
A reporter's view of ICE's icy grip
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement office in Cleveland is unmarked, and based on Vindicator reporter Kalea Hall's experience, does not welcome the public.
A march for female power from Seneca Falls to Shreveport
Associated Press NEW YORK People participating in marches in the United States and around the
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today Elks Lodge 305, 824 E. State St., Salem, 2 to 7 p.m. MONDAY Allegheny
MORE COLLEGE BASKETBALL FROM SATURDAY
No. 22 Ohio State 67, Minnesota 49 NEW YORK Keita Bates-Diop had 17 points and 12 rebounds,
Bullied by a government
Opinion: “U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services employees are expected to practice high ethical standards
Ohio Dems see hope, challenge in governor primary
Associated Press COLUMBUS The outcome of Ohio’s historic five-way Democratic primary for
Man sentenced in killing of wife and her brother
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio man has been sentenced to at least 66 years in prison for
Applicants appeal rejection of pot cultivation licenses
Associated Press COLUMBUS More than 60 companies have filed appeals after the state rejected
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
DESIGNATED L. Calvin Jones & Co., an independent insurance agency in Canfield specializing in
Missouri governor: ‘no blackmail,’ ‘no violence’ in affair
Missouri governor: ‘no blackmail,’ ‘no violence’ in affair JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. In his first
Washington’s new development on the Potomac
If You Go Hotels Hyatt House: www.washingtondcthewharf.house.hyatt.com Intercontinental:
NerdWallet
NerdWallet As average credit scores for Americans continue to rise, the question for many becomes
Not real news
A look at what didn’t happen LAST week Associated Press A roundup of some of the most popular,
Challenges posed by long-distance relationships
By Melissa Rayworth Associated Press When people ask how my husband and I get through months
YEARS AGO FOR JANUARY 21
Today is Sunday, Jan. 21, the 21st day of 2018. There are 344 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Read all about it: The top 10 newspaper movies
By Jake Coyle Associated Press NEW YORK As an entry into the pantheon of great newspaper
For the Week of Sunday, January 21, 2018
1982 Properties LLC to Raymond D. Hoon Jr., Sandy Court, New Middletown, $127,500. 1982 Properties
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Teacher job fair canfield A dozen local school districts are looking to hire full-time teachers
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Elemental,” 1 p.m.: An exhibition of works by holographic artist
Author’s children’s book is published
Author’s children’s book is published BEAVER, PA. Kristen Parkinson Peabody of Beaver, Pa., has
‘Over the River’ flows with charm and joviality
By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com The Hopewell Theatre started the New Year strong with Joe
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, noon, township hall, 82 Ohltown Road. Boardman
SATURDAY’S OTHER NBA GAMES
SATURDAY’S OTHER NBA GAMES Bulls 113, Hawks 97 ATLANTA Robin Lopez scored 20 points, Lauri
Mysterious charges on credit report mysteriously disappear
Q. I heard that the government doesn’t issue paper savings bonds anymore. Is this true and why? A.
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 1-under 71 in the
Small businesses benefit, too, from new GOP tax overhaul
Opinion: Small businesses benefit, too, from new GOP tax overhaul Everyone has been hearing about the
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS Columbiana County new cases Anthony Thurman v. Attorneys-Agents-Directors Barclays Bank
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Woman in the Window” by A.J. Finn (William Morrow) 2. “Origin” by Dan
Associated Press
Associated Press WASHINGTON Hours after shuttering much of the federal government, feuding
Democrats and GOP try to dodge blame for standoff that shuttered government
Associated Press WASHINGTON Hours after shuttering much of the federal government, feuding
Paris church enters the digital age
Associated Press PARIS The Catholic church is going digital in Paris. The city’s diocese will
Don’t like the Scriptures? Simply do not read them
Opinion: Don’t like the Scriptures? Simply do not read them I really do enjoy read- ing The Vindicator, The
METRO DIGEST || Rescue Mission open house Thursday
Rescue Mission to have open house YOUNGSTOWN The Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley, founded
SPORTS digest
YSU bowling coach to speak to Curbstone BEAVER TOWNSHIP Youngstown State University Bowling
State legislators, VA staff should support plan to aid female veterans in region
Editorial: A proposal to house homeless and down-on-their-luck female veterans in new transitional housing at
Community Legal Aid shifts leadership positions
Jennifer van Dulmen will serve as Community Legal Aid’s deputy director
Poland graduate shares journey of facial difference at library
by ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Freddie Seitz and his mother, Rose Seitz, gave a
Where are the steel mills?
Opinion: President Donald Trump has completed a year in office, but the Mahoning Valley has yet to see his
Tax reform is already paying off for residents of Ohio, Youngstown
Opinion: Just before the first of the year, President Trump signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act into law. Just a
Watkins’ persistence key to Claudia Hoerig’s return
Editorial: It has been said that the wheels of justice turn slowly. Unfortunately, in the case of accused
Canfield Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants winter sports news The snowy season is here, winter athletics have arrived and
Saturday, January 20 (74 stories)
Hundreds march to federal court downtown in support of Al Adi
Over 200 supporters of Amer “Al” Adi Othman, locally known as Al Adi, gathered at Adi’s restaurant Saturday and joined his family in a march to the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Ohio here, where a rally took place in support of his freedom.
U.S. Immigration visits terrifying, advocate tells Y'town crowd
“People go in there shaking, trembling and crying, and it’s terrifying,” Veronica I. Dahlberg said about checking in at ICE’s Cleveland office. “They go in and don’t come out, or they come out with an ankle monitor.”
Women march across U.S. for empowerment, against Trump views
Demonstrators from Los Angeles to New York marched in support of female empowerment and denounced President Donald Trump's views on immigration, abortion, LGBT rights and women's rights on Saturday, the anniversary of his inauguration.
Shutdown forces cancelation of all games at Air Force Academy
The federal government shutdown prompted the Air Force Academy on Saturday to call off sports events and upended plans for military outside the U.S. wanting to follow the NFL’s conference playoff games on TV and radio.
Summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield, Austintown, Hubbard, Girard, Liberty
A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield and Austintown and Hubbard, Girard and Liberty
Idora Park exhibition open at Tyler center
An exhibit of selected memorabilia from Idora Park, from the collection of Jim and Toni Amey, opened Nov. 4 at the Tyler History Center.
Local pianist will perform at program
Local pianist will perform at program CANFIELD Local pianist, Michael Nichols, will be showcased
US government shuts down; Dems, GOP blame each other
US government shuts down; Dems, GOP blame each other
Movie review: ‘The Shape of Water’ is a fantastical allegory
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer A warm, generous spirit of affection and insurrection washes over
Maluso and Blackson in Valentine dinner show
Staff report COLUMBIANA The cabaret duo of Mary Jo Maluso and Rick Blackson will present “It’s
Paula Cole recalls her Grammy glory
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK Twenty years ago, Paula Cole heard her name
Claudia Hoerig makes first appearance in Trumbull County courtroom
Claudia Hoerig, no longer glamorous, makes first appearance in Trumbull County courtroom
Adi still in custody
For six hours, the family sat in the lobby of the jail waiting for news on Al Adi’s release.
Phantoms stumble in Noreen’s return
Once again, an Anthony Noreen-coached hockey team dominated on Covelli Centre ice. This time, the hometown fans weren’t as thrilled.
LaBrae has South Range’s number again
For a third straight season, LaBrae topped South Range in a close contest.
YPD helps woman just out of hospital get her heat back on
City woman returns home after heart attack, broken leg to find her apartment had been burglarized and no heat.
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 67 in the second round
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Phantoms, 7:05 p.m.: It’s youth jersey giveaway night as
YEARS AGO FOR JANUARY 20
Today is Saturday, Jan. 20, the 20th day of 2018. There are 345 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Sunday news shows
Sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: To be
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Mixed results
Trump bends, but doesn’t break, ways of Washington in first year By JULIE PACE AP Washington
March for Life
Trump delivers support to anti-abortion movement Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald
YSU Basketball | Today’s games
WOMEN Records: YSU 6-12 (2-5 Horizon League); Cleveland State 12-6 (4-3). Where: Wolstein
Learning about the lagomorphs
If asked to name the group of mammals to which biologists assign rabbits, many would answer
An ice option till spring
Groaning ice and the whistle of the chill wind are all an angler might hear out on a frozen lake.
News media have crucial role: Keep President Trump honest
Opinion: By Cokie Roberts and Steven V. ROBERTS Andrews McMeel Syndication As Donald Trump marks his
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Autopsy: Tom Petty died of accidental drug overdose LOS ANGELES Tom Petty’s family
ODNR introduces new K-9 program
ODNR introduces new K-9 program COLUMBUS The Ohio Department of Natural Resources announced
Record Reviews
Umphrey’s McGee Album: “It’s Not Us” Grade: A Incorporating funk metal, electronic rock, light
People in pain have difficulty getting relief
Doctors are dismayed by the opioid epidemic sweeping the nation. Over the past year, the drumbeat of
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Brady quiet on status for Sunday
Tom Brady is staying mum on his status for the AFC championship game after suffering a right hand injury earlier in the week.
Work to begin on sanitary sewer replacement in Poland forest
Sewer line in Poland forest to be replaced
OSU still loaded as most NFL-eligible players stay put
Monday’s deadline to declare came and went, and the damage wasn’t so bad for the Buckeyes.
Mormon church appoints ex-surgeon as president
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY The 93-year-old former heart surgeon named Tuesday as the new
Improve fitness
Improve fitness CANFIELD The Ursuline Health and Wellness Center, 4280 Shields Road, can help
howland 55 canfield53
howland 55 canfield53 Next: Howland at East, Tuesday, 7 p.m. Next: Fitch at Canfield, Friday, 7
MAHONING COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY DOCKET State v. Brian P. Matthews, judgment entered; must register as a
Facing felony charge
Facing felony charge YOUNGSTOWN Reports said a woman shoved a U.S. marshal on Thursday who was
Women’s marches aim to convert anger, enthusiasm into political force
Associated Press A year after more than 1 million people rallied at women’s marches worldwide with
Champion man convicted causing serious injury to grandson’s elbow
Champion man convicted causing serious injury to grandson’s elbow
Mattis: China, Russia are top priorities
Associated Press WASHINGTON Countering China’s rapidly expanding military and an increasingly
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Ryan supports joint partnership AKRON U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Howland, D-13th, on Friday announced
Shackled children face long road to recovery
Associated Press RIVERSIDE, Calif. They are safe for now and, according to authorities, they
Motive in shooting remains elusive
Associated Press LAS VEGAS The Las Vegas gunman meticulously planned the worst mass shooting in
Canfield doctor sentenced for failure to pay taxes
Nicholas Garritano gets six months, $105,673 in fines
Howland’s Barrett beats buzzer, Canfield with layup
Nathan Barrett scored on an offensive rebound with 1.8 seconds to play.
FRIDAY AROUND THE NBA
Raptors 86, Spurs 83 TORONTO Kyle Lowry scored nine of his 24 points in the fourth quarter,
FRIDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL Cardinal Mooney 77, Steubenville 72, OT STEUBENVILLE Pete Haas scored five of
FRIDAY’S NHL GAMES
Canadiens 3, Capitals 2 WASHINGTON Max Pacioretty had two goals and an assist to help the
Penguins shine in YSU College Invitational
The Penguins didn’t just knock off a little rust inside the Watson and Tressel Training Site.
ON THE LINKS Friday’s pro golf results
CAREERBUILDER CHALLENGE LA QUINTA, CALIF. Andrew Landry topped the crowded CareerBuilder
Mill Creek offers T-ball, slo-pitch softball
Mill Creek offers T-ball, slo-pitch softball YOUNGSTOWN Mill Creek Junior Baseball is offering
washington Shutdown begins as senators fail to OK funding
Associated Press WASHINGTON The federal government shut down at the stroke of midnight Friday,
Is raw water a threat?
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons Thirty-plus years ago, Aunt Addie Lee dropped in on the farmhouse
Bezos wants a key to your house
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Would you give your house key to a complete stranger, letting that
Homeless man arrested after again making repeated 911 calls
Homeless man arrested after again making repeated 911 calls
Friday, January 19 (118 stories)
Warning: Phone scam involves emergency response payments
Warning: Phone scam involves emergency response payments
Family: Tom Petty died of accidental drug overdose
Family: Tom Petty died of accidental drug overdose
Brown's bills would pay military but not Congress during shutdown
Brown's bills would pay military but not Congress during shutdown
Mattis: US competitive war-fighting edge has eroded
Mattis: US competitive war-fighting edge has eroded
UPDATE | ICE has Congressional committee notification on Adi release
ICE now has Congressional committee notification on Adi release
Pennsylvania’s jobless rate up, but payrolls hit record high
Pennsylvania’s jobless rate up, but payrolls hit record high
'Brrrlesque' show at Rust Belt theater
The Rust Belt Theater Company will present “Brrrlesque,” a winter-themed burlesque show.
Drug raid nets meth, gun and drugs at Howland home
Drug raid nets meth, gun and drugs at Howland home
Half of Ohio adults favor needle-exchange programs
Half of Ohio adults favor needle-exchange programs
'Hillbilly Elegy' author decides against Senate run in Ohio
'Hillbilly Elegy' author decides against Senate run in Ohio
Champion man found guilty of assault, child endangering
Champion man found guilty of assault, child endangering
Judge delays sentencing Ohio man who plotted US attacks
Judge delays sentencing Ohio man who plotted US attacks
California DA says couple's abuse of kids became torture
California DA says couple's abuse of 12 kids became torture
UPDATE | Watkins: 'Justice is a journey;' discusses Hoerig case
Today's Hoerig arraignment will be anything but normal
Man asleep at wheel found with suspected crack cocaine
Man asleep at wheel found with suspected crack cocaine
Ohio man killed ex-wife, buried body as son watched
Ohio man killed ex-wife, buried body as son watched
Congress likely racing toward a government shutdown
Congress likely racing toward a government shutdown
Poland graduate shares journey of facial difference at library
Freddie Seitz and his mother, Rose Seitz, gave a presentation at the Poland library on Jan. 11 regarding the family’s experiences with Freddie’s facial differences.
Christa McAuliffe's lost lessons finally taught in space
Christa McAuliffe's lost lessons are finally getting taught in space.
Hippo-y birthday to Fiona! The popular preemie is turning 1
The Cincinnati Zoo has a day of festivities ready for Fiona's first birthday party Saturday, and expect plenty more of Fiona in Year 2.
Former Phantoms coach Noreen back in Youngstown
Brad Patterson and Anthony Noreen will coach against one another tonight.
Mahoning County seeks funding to house female vets at Oakhill
The grant proposal asks for $1.4 million in Ohio’s capital budget.
Craig Beach Police chief faces federal charges in child-porn case
A federal grand jury indicted the Craig Beach village police chief, who faces accusations of possessing child pornography.
SPORTS DIGEST || OHSAA director set to resign in September
Dr. Dan Ross, Executive Director of the Ohio High School Athletic Association since 2004, announced his resignation, effective Sept. 15.
THURSDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP
GIRLS BASKETBALL Struthers 67, Hubbard 28 HUBBARD Khaylah Brown and Keasia Chism led Struthers
Niles school officials working on alternative plan
The district faces a return to fiscal-watch designation.
Brazilians federally indicted after arrest at Hubbard bank
Pair used credit-card skimmers, found with nearly $140,000, U.S. Attorneys said
Chris Hemsworth leads solid wartime film ‘12 Strong’
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer In the days and months following the Sept. 11 attacks, a small
Concerts to feature Polish violinist
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The New Music Guild’s annual winter concerts will take place at 7 p.m.
PBS will examine ‘MeToo’ from all angles
Associated Press PASADENA, Calif. PBS, which dealt with sexual misconduct allegations in its own
Youngstown woman joins fight against revenge porn
The proposed law would criminalize sharing revenge porn.
‘Phantom Thread’ richly showcases Day-Lewis
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer With echoes of “Rebecca” and lavish Max Ophuls productions,
Families grateful for clothing giveaway
By later today, several hundred families in need will have received badly needed coats, hats, socks and gloves for their children along with book bags and other school supplies – the end of a two-day giveaway.
Struthers students get lesson in bullying and kindness
To encourage the students to live the lessons they learned from Seitz and his mother, the school will be implementing a “pay-it-forward” initiative through the use of sky-blue plastic bracelets.
Canfield residents address council on holiday light displays
Community members spoke before council for the second week straight, about Christmas light displays from this latest holiday season.
Family, friends react to Claudia Hoerig’s return
Claudia Hoerig, the primary suspect in the 2007 aggravated murder of her husband, was extradited from Brazil and returned to Trumbull County Wednesday. She will be arraigned at 10 a.m. today before Judge Andrew Logan in common pleas court.
THURSDAY AROUND THE NHL
Blue Jackets 2, Stars 1, SO COLUMBUS Artemi Panarin scored in the second round of a shootout,
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Surety Golden and Markeith Grays, Youngstown, girl, Jan.
washington House votes to avert shutdown; Senate chances dim
Associated Press WASHINGTON On the edge of a government shutdown, a divided House voted late
OTHER DEVELOPMENTS
Donald Trump’s “opaque” business deals in the former Soviet Union, history of tax disputes and real-
CLUB CALENDAR
associations American Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will meet at 10 a.m.
THURSDAY’S OTHER NBA GAME 76ers 89, Celtics 80
BOSTON Joel Embiid celebrated his first NBA All-Star selection with 26 points and matched a
Farinelli-Parker wedding planned for late spring
The parents of Samantha Farinelli of Boardman and Andy Parker of Austintown are announcing the
CVMS aims to inspire young girls
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield Village Middle School Language Arts teacher
Amazon competitors narrowed to 20
Amazon’s second home could be in an already tech-heavy city, such as Boston, New York or Austin, Texas. Or it could be in the Midwest, say, Indianapolis or Columbus, Ohio. Or the company could go outside the U.S. altogether and set up shop in Toronto.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Over the River and Through the Woods,” 7:30 p.m.: It’s opening
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Joining health expo YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber has announced that ONE
Future of Boardman is in hands, minds of residents
Editorial: Boardman is one of the largest townships in Ohio and, arguably, has reigned as the commercial heart
There are no s---holes
Opinion: By Jill Richardson Other Words We recently learned that Donald Trump referred to African nations
ESPN hits top spot with college championship
ESPN hits top spot with college championship NEW YORK Here are prime-time viewership numbers
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1252.72-4.28 Aqua America, .71
Weathering the storms
Editorial: Pittsbutgh Post-Gazette: City snow removal has become the subject of public angst once again, with
Trump is his own worst enemy one year into term as president
Opinion: By John L. MICEK Cagle Cartoons When it came to a recent column about President Donald Trump’s
THURSDAY’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
MEN No. 2 Virginia 64, Georgia Tech 48 ATLANTA De’Andre Hunter scored 17 points and Virginia
Hospital groups create company to make cheap generic drugs
Associated Press TRENTON, N.J. Several major not-for-profit hospital groups are trying their own
Kasich creates center to advance Ohio’s smart-vehicle hopes
Associated Press COLUMBUS Republican Gov. John Kasich created a statewide center Thursday to
Boardman Sports Briefs
Boardman Community Baseball registration Registration for Boardman Community Baseball will begin
Trump wades into Pa. race seen as test of GOP strength
Associated Press CORAOPOLIS, PA. President Donald Trump waded into a potentially risky race
State program connects Fitch students to community
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com A new program at Austintown Fitch High School takes students
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., corner of Fruit Street, Youngstown,
Online charter school closes
Associated Press COLUMBUS One of the nation’s largest online charter schools is closing abruptly
14 automakers list more models in Takata recall
Associated Press DETROIT U.S. safety regulators have released models from 14 different
SPORTS DIGEST || Houston’s Mike Vrabel interviews for HC job
TENNESSEE TITANS Houston’s Mike Vrabel interviews for HC job NASHVILLE, TENN. The Tennessee
South cleans up after storm that killed 15
Associated Press DURHAM, N.C. Southerners shoveled, scraped and plowed their way Thursday out of
Jewish Center to host open house Sunday for Summer Camp
Jewish Center to host open house Sunday for Summer Camp yOUNGSTOWN The Jewish Community Center
New faces in Struthers government set goals for the coming year
New Struthers councilmen, law director set goals for their terms
Nicole Pavlichich | Patrick Gessler
YOUNGSTOWN Nicole Pavlichich and Patrick Gessler, both of Canfield, were united in marriage Sept.
Women’s forum set
Women’s forum set YOUNGSTOWN The City Club of the Mahoning Valley and the City Club of Cleveland
CVMS choirs celebrate the holiday season
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield Village Middle School’s seventh- and eighth-grade
Warren-based detox facility gets $250K state grant
FRS Parkman, a 16-bed detox and treatment center, opens Feb. 19
Run for court seat
Run for court seat YOUNGSTOWN Anthony Donofrio, a Youngstown deputy law director, is running in
Canfield Community Briefs
Monday Night Writers meeting Jan. 22 The next meeting of Monday Night Writers will be Jan. 22 from
mahoning county Indictments
A county grand jury indicted these people on these charges Thursday: Brandon Jones, 26, McGuffey
AMS invites Ohio schools to compete in FIRST LEGO League Competition
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Austintown Middle School had a FIRST LEGO League competition
Cub Scouts to participate in annual Freeze Out
Hundreds of area Cub Scouts will come together on Jan. 27 starting at 8:45 a.m. for competitions of
Vaupels mark their 60th anniversary
BOARDMAN Ernest and Dorothy Vaupel of Boardman marked their 60th wedding anniversary with their
Boardman Park kicks off holiday season
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Boardman Park invited families to St. James Church and the
Fifth- and seventh-grade bands perform concert
Boardman’s fifth- and seventh-grade bands performed their winter band concert at the Boardman Performing Arts Center in the high school on Jan. 10.
Alexandra Ulbricht | Eric Kennedy
SALEM Eric Kennedy and Alexandra Ulbricht were united in marriage Nov. 11 at Salem Barn and Gazebo
Phantoms players host story time
Players from the Youngstown Phantoms junior ice hockey team read to children at the library on Jan. 9 as a part of a special celebrity story time program.
Boardman swim and dive teams explain the spirit of BTUB
The Boardman High School swim and dive team recently completed their annual BTUB community service
BHS student art give holiday flare
Snowmen, reindeer and holiday cupcakes are some of the decorations one will see painted on the
BHS choir goes on tour
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Boardman High School choir traveled to all four
Boardman Community Briefs
Celebrate 100 years of Boardman’s award winning music, drama and arts This year, Boardman
POLICE BLOTTER
Dec. 24 Breaking and entering: Surveillance footage reportedly captured someone wearing a dark
Poland Community Briefs
Fourth annual K of C Free Throw Championship set for Jan. 28 For the fourth year running, the Holy
Canfield swim and dive team competed in the 14th annual Canton Christmas Invite
Qualifiers from the Canfield High School swim and dive team competed on Dec. 16 in the 14th annual
The Austintown library celebrates holidays with Nutcracker party
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com The Austintown library transformed their meeting room into a
Austintown Community Briefs
Pasta dinner benefit to be Jan. 21 The Knights of Columbus #3930 will be sponsoring a benefit
Fitch students honor veterans with dinner
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Austintown Fitch High School invited veterans who fought in
CHS chemistry students make candy canes
Canfield High School students in Tom Slaven’s chemistry classes celebrated the holidays with a little hands on science and a little fun on Dec. 22.
Fifth- and sixth-grade bands get families into holiday spirit
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Poland Middle School’s fifth- and sixth-grade bands
Thursday, January 18 (90 stories)
Adi still in custody; Ryan 'cautiously optimistic' about future
The fight for Amer “Al” Adi to stay in the United States is not over, and, for now, he remains in this country.
Mahoning commissioners seeking to help female vets
The Mahoning County commissioners hope to house female veterans in need at the Oakhill Renaissance Center, and they’re reaching out to lawmakers in Columbus for help.
Trumbull group providing winter coats, more to kids in need
By later today, several hundred families in need will have received badly needed coats, hats, socks and gloves for their children along with book bags and other school supplies – the end of a two-day giveaway.
Brazilians indicted in federal credit card skimming scam in Hubbard
YOUNGSTOWN A federal grand jury indicted two Brazilian nationals after Hubbard police arrested them with two credit-card skimmers, more than 250 counterfeit credit and debit cards and nearly $140,000 in cash.
House votes to avert federal shutdown, Senate chances dim
House votes to avert federal shutdown, Senate chances dim
Deputy US marshal killed while serving Pa. warrant
Deputy US marshal killed while serving Pa. warrant
UPDATE: Judiciary committee OK should delay Adi deportation
Ryan: Judiciary committee OK should delay Adi deportation
Karl Hoerig's family never gave up hope for Claudia's return
Karl Hoerig's family never gave up hope for Claudia's return
Mahoning County Grand Jury indicts 12
A Mahoning County grand jury Thursday indicted 12 people, including Brandon Jones, 26, of McGuffey Road, Lowellville, on two counts of burglary, two counts of kidnapping, two counts of abduction, criminal damage or endangering and intimidation of a witness.
Family of Ohio man killed by police sues city, officers
Family of Ohio man killed by police sues city, officers
Pa. appeals court upholds conviction in cyanide case
Pa. appeals court upholds conviction in cyanide case
Parents of 13 children charged with years of torture, abuse
Parents of 13 children charged with years of torture, abuse
White nationalist wants to speak on KSU anniversary
White nationalist wants to speak on KSU anniversary
Fed grand jury indicts Brazilians after arrest at Hubbard bank
Fed grand jury indicts Brazilians after arrest at Hubbard bank
Donofrio in Dem primary for Mahoning County Common Pleas Court
Donofrio in Democratic primary for Mahoning County Common Pleas Court
Mahoning County seeks funds to help house female vets at Oakhill
County seeks funds to help house female vets at Oakhill
Dem candidate Pillich chooses Marion mayor as running mate
Dem candidate Pillich chooses Marion mayor as running mate
Pittsburgh, Columbus among finalists for Amazon site
Amazon releases finalist cities for second headquarters
Craig Beach police chief federally indicted
Soloman faces two counts of receiving and possessing child pornography
UPDATE | Brother of slain Air Force pilot says family "shocked" at Claudia's return
Claudia Hoerig, the woman indicted in the 2007 shooting death of her husband, Maj. Karl Hoerig, in Newton Falls, is back in the United States and in the Trumbull County jail.
Kennedy Catholic too much for Harding
The Raiders (4-5) trailed the two-time defending PIAA champions by just five, 26-21, at the start of the third quarter.
Adi’s fight revealed; family in limbo
Adi sits in a cell in Geauga County jail on a hunger strike, what will happen next to the downtown businessman is unknown.
YSU College Invitational Friday at WATTS
Approximately 50 college track programs will be represented.
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL Canton Central Catholic 55, Ursuline 45 YOUNGSTOWN Stone Sirpilla led the
Judge Vettori pleads not guilty to federal charges
The Mahoning County judge had been expected to enter into a plea agreement at her arraignment.
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU soccer team to host Spring ID Camp
YSU soccer team to host Spring ID Camp YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State Women’s Soccer Team will
Youngstown council pelted with calls about how city handled plowing
‘This wasn’t our best performance,’ a councilman says.
MCCTC design, print program gives students competitive edge
The Digital Print and Design program at MCCTC recently received a national accreditation, and its faculty members are certified to teach a two-year PrintED program.
Cavaliers battling annual January cold spell
LeBron James was not in a playful mood following practice.
Third Class can’t hide happiness on new album
Third Class may be evolving as a band, but its music remains
Harlem Globetrotters return to Covelli Centre Hoops, humor and history
El Gato Melendez is well aware of the high profile that comes with playing for the Harlem Globetrotters.
Boardman schools to put new, 10-year levy on May ballot
District officials say the state funding formula doesn’t work for Boardman.
Holocaust play ‘Images” will return to Playhouse
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN “Images: Remembrances of the Holocaust – The Eva Schloss Story,” a play
Selah Dessert Theater to present ‘Misery’
Staff report STRUTHERS Selah Dessert Theater will present the psychological thriller “Misery,”
Doctors offer opposite opinions on whether boy’s fracture was child abuse
Two emergency-room doctors gave opposite opinions in court Wednesday on whether the broken arm Michael Tenney’s grandson suffered a year ago when he was 5 was caused by child abuse.
Boardman man accused of raping 12-year-old with special needs
Suspect told police he knew he was arrested ‘for raping that autistic girl’
A man’s 16th OVI offense lands him in treatment program
David Black will spend six months in CCA as part of five years’ probation
Fairhaven, Hubbard students share special bond
The Fairhaven Bulldog and the Hubbard Eagle cheered during Wednesday’s basketball game at Fairhaven School in Niles, along with members of Hubbard band members and cheerleaders and band members, who had lunch with Fairhaven students afterward.
college football News & notes
NCAA Oregon AD Mullens joins committee Oregon athletic director Rob Mullens will become the new
YSU Men’s Basketball
Who: YSU (5-14, 3-3 Horizon League) vs. UIC (8-11, 3-3). Tipoff: 7 p.m., today. Where: Beeghly
Rival Koreas to form 1st unified Olympic team
Associated Press SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA The rival Koreas agreed Wednesday to form their first
Snow, ice, cold grip South; at least 10 dead
Associated Press ATLANTA Snow, ice and a record-breaking blast of cold closed runways, highways,
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1256.980.74 Aqua America, .71
Adi’s expected deportation shows scope of ICE’s power
Editorial: Youngstown businessman Amer “Al” Adi Othman is reportedly on a hunger strike to protest the decision
Progressives fail to understand why we lost trust in government
Opinion: WASHINGTON Is there anything more depressing than a cheerful liberal? The question is prompted by
Keep the door open, America
Opinion: By Peter Funt Cagle Cartoons President Trump’s vulgar language and racist views regarding
Steelers decline to renew Haley’s contract
Tension defined the relationship between the OC, Roethlisberger
Trial rescheduled
Trial rescheduled SEBRING The trial that had been scheduled for Monday in the case of James V.
Plants for brighter days and cleaner air inside
Plants for brighter days and cleaner air inside Houseplants not only make you feel better, they
Grafted veggie plants
Grafted veggie plants Grafting is centuries old, but is ever popular in vegetables these days for
Austintown Junior Women’s League learns about customs
Austintown Junior Women’s League learns about customs
Youngstown officials lobby in Washington, D.C., for a $10.2 million federal grant
The project would reconstruct streets in the city’s economic core
Sharapova advances in Australian Open
Maria Sharapova advanced to the third round with a 6-1, 7-6 (4) win over No. 14-seeded Anastasija Sevastova.
Keep the family active in winter by ... TRACKING WILDLIFE
An interesting and fun family adventure is following the trails of wild animals in the snow. This can be quite easy or it can be deceptive and tricky, depending on two main factors: gait patterns and temperature.
Milk may erase powdery mildew fungus
Q. Can I use milk as a fungicide on my cucumbers? Dan from Poland A. Powdery mildew is easy to
Forecast calls for rock’n’roll weekend
This is a good time to just ignore winter because there is an unusually large list of good rock
NIGHTLIFE
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Fri: The River Saints, 8 p.m. Barrel Run
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO TODAY 7:30 a.m. (Oly) Figure skating: European championships. Noon (NBCSN) Figure
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK 12 Strong (R) The story of the first Special Forces team deployed to Afghanistan
“Grey’s Anatomy” (8 p.m., ABC): Jo finally faces her estranged, abusive husband
“Grey’s Anatomy” (8 p.m., ABC): Jo finally faces her estranged, abusive husband Paul Stadler on the
Science panel backs a lower drunken-driving threshold
Associated Press WASHINGTON Most women would need to draw the line at two drinks, and men at two
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Gorant relocates CANFIELD In an effort to change and renew its retail presence in the Youngstown
Campbell schools to host Math 24 competition
Campbell schools to host Math 24 competition CAMPBELL Campbell Elementary and Middle School will
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Brooke Kingsley and Daniel Bell, Youngstown, boy, Jan.
washington ‘Very strong’ Dem sentiment to oppose GOP budget bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON Top Senate Democrat Chuck Schumer said Wednesday there’s “very, very
Sprout Club
Sprout Club When: Today, 1-2 p.m. What: Join the Sprout Club this winter to learn about the
Vikings’ newest star has come a long way
The path for Stefon Diggs to last-play touchdown fame and sudden Minnesota savior didn’t start with such brilliance.
Walmart: Turn leftover opioids into useless gel
Associated Press Walmart is helping customers get rid of leftover opioids by giving them packets
Holtmann makes history in OSU victory
Chris Holtmann became the first coach in 95 years to win his first seven Big Ten games.
$10,000 endowment to the Youngstown State University Foundation from Alta Behavioral Healthcare
The qualifying applicant will be a parent of a child enrolled in an Alta Head Start program
Yambar portrait exhibit at Soap Gallery
An exhibition of portraits by Youngstown-based pop artist Chris Yambar
Curry not surprised by Lauer allegations
Curry not surprised by Lauer allegations NEW YORK Former “Today” show anchor Ann Curry said
Suit: Gay couple gets ‘hateful’ fliers instead of wedding programs
Associated Press BOSTON Stephen Heasley and Andrew Borg were excited to see the wedding programs
Ex-Senate Majority Leader Dole gets Congressional Gold Medal
Associated Press WASHINGTON Former Senate Majority Leader Bob Dole knew the art of the deal
Kucinich frames his bid for Ohio governor around ‘We the People’
Associated Press COLUMBUS Former U.S. Rep. Dennis Kucinich launched his run for governor
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Wednesday, January 17 (106 stories)
Feds mum on when Adi will be deported
As Amer “Al” Adi sits in a cell in Geauga County jail on a hunger strike, the timeline for when he will be deported back to his native country of Jordan remains up in the air.
'Snow got the better of us,' Youngstown councilman says
City council members say they’ve been pelted with calls from residents upset with how the city handled plowing during the recent snowstorm.
Claudia Hoerig returned to Trumbull County tonight
Claudia Hoerig is back in Trumbull County, nearly 11 years after a warrant was issued for her arrest in the murder of her husband, Karl Hoerig, on March 12, 2007 in Newton Falls.
Boardman teen accused of raping girl with special needs
A township man faces rape charges after a mother accused him of raping her 12-year-old daughter with special needs.
MCCTC'S Digital Design & Print program gives students edge for jobs, college
There’s no one career path after graduation for students who go through the Digital Design and Print program at the Mahoning County Career & Technical Center.
Boardman schools will ask voters to approve new emergency levy
Boardman schools levy would generate $4.9 million per year
Ohio House wants Washington to pressure Brazil on Hoerig extradition
Ohio House wants Washington to pressure Brazil on Hoerig extradition
Youngstown council bombarded about streets and plowing
Youngstown council bombarded about streets and plowing
Apple to build 2nd campus, hire 20K in $350B pledge
Apple to build 2nd campus, hire 20K in $350B pledge
Pittsburgh to pay $5.5 million in suit over police shooting
Pittsburgh to pay $5.5 million in suit over police shooting
Steelers part ways with offensive coordinator Todd Haley
Steelers part ways with offensive coordinator Todd Haley
No fire inspection records where 13 children held captive
No fire inspection records where 13 children held captive
Delegation supports Youngstown’s $10.2M federal grant application
Delegation supports Youngstown’s application for a $10.2 million federal grant
Newcomers of Mahoning Valley will meet at Boardman Holiday Inn
Newcomers of Mahoning Valley will meet at TJ's in the Boardman Holiday Inn on Jan. 24 at noon.
Kucinich seeking Democratic nomination for governor
Dennis Kucinich seeking Democratic nomination for governor
Ruling: Arson destroyed part of historic Ohio mansion
Ruling: Arson destroyed part of historic Ohio mansion
Philadelphia water main breaks spike in cold weather
Philadelphia water main breaks spike in cold weather
Canfield trustee to run for Mahoning Co. commissioner
Canfield trustee to run for Mahoning Co. commissioner
Ex-Pa. volleyball coach gets jail time for sexting teens
Ex-Pa. volleyball coach gets jail time for sexting teens
France abandons plans to build new airport in the west
France abandons plans to build new airport in the west
Boardman man accused of raping child with special needs
Boardman man accused of raping 12-year-old with special needs
Ryan presses Dems to back bill keeping government open
Ryan presses Dems to back bill keeping government open
Columbus will hire 30 more police officers for 2018
Columbus will hire 30 more police officers for 2018
Man gets prison for biting off chunk of wife's nose
Man gets prison for biting off chunk of wife's nose
Hubbard High School band, cheerleaders support Fairhaven students
Hubbard High School band, cheerleaders support Fairhaven students
Jury finds Kimbrough not guilty in 2015 murder case
Jury finds Kimbrough not guilty in 2015 murder case
Car taken with child inside; Ohio woman charged
Ohio woman charged after leaving child in car that was taken
Ohio police kill dog while responding to stove fire
Ohio police kill dog while responding to stove fire
Man with 16 OVI arrests gets in-house treatment sentence
Man with 16 OVI arrests gets in-house treatment sentence
Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist Training starts Monday
Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist Training starts Monday
Visiting judge to reschedule Sebring water-quality trial
Visiting judge to reschedule Sebring water-quality trial
YSU men return home after three-game skid
Calhoun wanted to send a message to his team. He wanted to show the players he hasn’t given up on the season
Tomlin silent on Haley’s future
Mike Tomlin doesn’t sound as if he’s in a rush to decide whether Todd Haley will be back next season
Several Youngstown streets weren’t plowed several hours after a snowstorm
A city official said Youngstown’s top plowing priority is clearing the main streets
Raiders come up big in first, third quarters to beat Salem
Brennan Toy didn’t like the direction things were headed for he and his South Range teammates coming out of the locker room to start the second half
A week without social media
Editor’s note: Today’s column is the second of two parts. Last week, I shared a snapshot of my
YSU women near the end of tough Horizon League slate
The Youngstown women’s basketball team is nearing the end of a murderer’s row
After repeated police calls, homeless man ends up at Trumbull jail
After repeated police calls, homeless man ends up at Trumbull jail
With 5 Grammy nods, SZA is music’s breakout star SHE’S IN CONTROL
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK After SZA created the drums-drenched, reggae-tinged
Supporters gather to support Al Adi after detainment
Following Al Adi’s detainment, supporters, politicians express shock
Judge listed home of alleged victim of $96k theft
Probate lawyer: “I’ve not heard of [that] happening.”
Boardman snaps six-game losing streak, defeats Struthers
Struthers head coach Jim Franceschelli said that the Spartans were a very deceiving team
Harrowing rescue of five children from Girard Lake
Harrowing rescue of five children from Girard Lake caused nervous moments
Boardman police arrest two people on drug-trafficking charges
Boardman police make drug arrests in two cases
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Guam’s governor fooled by comedians via phone call HAGATNA, Guam Guam’s governor
russia probe House panel subpoenas Bannon in showdown
Associated Press WASHINGTON Former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon on Tuesday refused
YEARS AGO FOR JANUARY 19
Today is Friday, Jan. 19, the 19th day of 2018. There are 346 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
U.S. BANKS Tax law: big paper losses, long-term gains
Associated Press NEW YORK Big U.S. banks have been reporting billions of dollars in paper losses
8 facing drug-related charges in Austintown
Township police were kept busy over the holiday weekend, making a number of drug-related charges and arrests.
Saadey’s bets on great burgers across the board
Rounding the turn and taking a commanding lead down the stretch, the No Brainer Burger is charging hard. The Interstate Burger sees an opening and makes its move, and at the wire ... we all win.
YEARS AGO FOR JANUARY 17
Today is Wednesday, Jan. 17, the 17th day of 2018. There are 348 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Ex-doctor’s victims recount abuse as young gymnasts
Associated Press LANSING, MICH. One after one, gymnasts and other victims of a disgraced former
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mahoning County Board of Developmental Disabilities, 4:30 p.m., programs service
Dems accuse GOP official of ‘amnesia’ on Trump vulgarity
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans struggled to get their stories straight Tuesday as
Connected Links of the Week - Jan. 17
Check out this week's Connected shares from around the Valley:
Does experience in government matter in running for president?
Opinion: By David M. SHRIBMAN Andrews McMeel Syndication President Winfrey: Don’t you feel better
Easter Seals partners with Valley agencies to purchase van
Easter Seals partners with Valley agencies to purchase van
Immigration deal distant as leaders try to avert shutdown
Associated Press WASHINGTON Disgruntled conservatives threatened late Tuesday to scuttle
OTHER DEVELOPMENTS
President Donald Trump performed “exceedingly well” on a surprise cognitive screening test
GM sees sustained profits through 2018
Associated Press NEW YORK General Motors will take a $7 billion write-down in 2017 tied to the
Pope meets with survivors of abuse
Associated Press SANTIAGO, CHILE Pope Francis met Tuesday with survivors of priests who sexually
Donation for bridge
Donation for bridge POLAND The village received a $10,000 donation to put toward restoration of
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Camila Cabello: Today on “Ellen
Canfield man gets six months for his role in nonfatal overdose
Victim told police she received the heroin on which she overdosed from the man
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Alexis Parcell and Dylan Berthiaume, Alliance, boy, Jan.
A sicilian twist on preparing for a gathering
Family Features When it comes to preparing a spread for a gathering, some may look to traditional
Help fight inflammation with food
Family Features On top of being tasty, certain foods contain specific nutrients and natural
Detroit man deported after 30 years in US
Associated Press DETROIT A Detroit man who had lived in the U.S. for nearly 30 years has been
Baking desserts for family
Family Features Individually portioned desserts are ideal for entertaining, and these smooth,
Browns interviewing Ben McAdoo for OC
Browns interviewing Ben McAdoo for OC CLEVELAND A person familiar with the situation says former
Surplus food
Surplus food New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St., Youngstown, various commodities, 9 to
YEARS AGO FOR JANUARY 18
Today is Thursday, Jan. 18, the 18th day of 2018. There are 347 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Boy, 6, testifies that his ‘Papa’ badly injured his arm
Boy, 6, testifies that his ‘Papa’ badly injured his arm by pulling hard on it
prep sports at a glance
BOYS BASKETBALL Canfield 58, New Philadelphia 40 CANFIELD Canfield won thanks to the 3-point
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Car goes airborne, slams into 2nd floor of office SANTA ANA, Calif. Authorities
Poland downs Fitch, stays unbeaten
Senior Brandon Barringer referred to Poland’s 11-0 record now as being in the driver’s seat
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Even the eyelashes freeze: Russia sees 88.6 below 0 MOSCOW Even thermometers
Recused from case
Recused from case YOUNGSTOWN Judge R. Scott Krichbaum of Mahoning County Common Pleas Court has
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1256.15-0.61 Aqua America, .71
Federal opiates case offers hope for answers, remedies
Editorial: Over the course of at least the next several months, the eyes of a nation plagued by an odious
China to the rescue?
Opinion: “When prosperity comes, do not use all of it.” – Confucius Is China about to do the United
Tuesday, January 16 (102 stories)
‘Doing the best we can’ to clear Youngstown streets
Youngstown’s top plowing priority is clearing main streets
House panel subpoenas Bannon in Russia probe showdown
House panel subpoenas Bannon in Russia probe showdown
Liberty awaits county report on road maintenance options
Liberty awaits county report on road maintenance options
Immigration deal distant as leaders try to avert shutdown
Immigration deal distant as leaders in Washington try to avert shutdown
Man fatally shot by off-duty Cleveland officer ID’d
Authorities: Man fatally shot by off-duty Cleveland officer ID’d
Supporters gather to support Al Adi after detainment
Following Al Adi’s detainment, supporters, politicians express shock
$10,000 endowment to the YSU Foundation from Alta Behavioral Healthcare
$10,000 endowment to the Youngstown State University Foundation from Alta Behavioral Healthcare
UPDATE | Wife says Al Adi is on jail hunger strike +VIDEO
Longtime Youngstown Businessman Amer "Al" Adi was taken into custody during a meeting with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement today.
New tool enhances Youngstown school bus transportation
New tool enhances Youngstown City Schools bus transportation
VIDEO | UPDATE | 5 kids, mom safe after van skids near Girard Lake
5 kids, mom safe after van skids near Girard Lake
US withholds $65 million from Palestinian aid programs
US withholds $65 million from Palestinian aid programs
Boardman cops arrest two on drug-trafficking charges
Boardman cops arrest two on drug-trafficking charges
Hotel noise complaint results in three drug-related arrests
Hotel noise complaint results in three drug-related arrests
Local food bank receives $10K for school-pantry program
Local food bank receives $10K for school-pantry program
DuVernay, 'black-ish,' 'Power' win at NAACP Image Awards
DuVernay, 'black-ish,' 'Power' win at NAACP Image Awards
AP: Browns interviewing former Giants coach McAdoo
AP: Browns interviewing former Giants coach McAdoo
Authorities: Man fatally shot by off-duty Cleveland officer ID’d
Authorities: Man fatally shot by off-duty Cleveland officer ID’d
Parents arrested after children found chained in house
Parents arrested after children found chained in house
Friday is deadline for 'Caring for Our Community' nominees
Friday is deadline for 'Caring for Our Community' nominees
Kim Kardashian West and husband Kanye welcome baby girl
Kim Kardashian West and husband Kanye welcome baby girl
Suspect shoots 4 officers in S Carolina, 1 critically hurt
Suspect shoots 4 officers in S Carolina, 1 critically hurt
Coroner: Pa. man, woman found dead in home died of gunshots
Coroner: Pa. man, woman found dead in home died of gunshots
Las Vegas couple found dead in apparent murder-suicide
Las Vegas couple found dead in apparent murder-suicide
Manhunt after leading Kosovo Serb politician gunned down
Manhunt after leading Kosovo Serb politician gunned down
Man shovels walkway, pulls knife demanding more money
Man shovels walkway, pulls knife demanding more money
UPDATE | Youngstown road crews clearing side streets today
UPDATE | Youngstown road crews clearing side streets today
Mahoning Co. judge recuses self from Jamrozik case
Mahoning Co. judge recuses self from Jamrozik case
Brookfield trustees have special meeting Wednesday
Brookfield trustees have special meeting Wednesday
Cops: Drunk Pa. mom left kids to fend for themselves
Cops: Drunk Pa. mom left kids to fend for themselves
Sex abuse victim to ex-doctor: 'You are a repulsive liar'
Sex abuse victim to ex-doctor: 'You are a repulsive liar'
Pope begs forgiveness for 'irreparable' harm from sex abuse
Pope begs forgiveness for 'irreparable' harm from sex abuse
Closing arguments underway in Youngstown murder trial
Closing arguments underway in Youngstown murder trial
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1956 will meet for its monthly breakfast at 9 a.m. Thursday at
Canfield man gets jail term for his role in overdose
Canfield man gets jail term for his role in overdose
David Spears joins Cray Youth staff
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General Motors sees sustained profits through 2018
General Motors sees sustained profits through 2018
Japan public TV sends mistaken North Korean missile alert
Japan public TV sends mistaken North Korean missile alert
Lessons learned with addicts — avoid persons, places and things associated with drug use, judge says
Lessons learned with addicts — avoid persons, places and things associated with drug use, judge says
Israel slams Abbas over fiery speech
Associated Press JERUSALEM Israeli leaders slammed Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas Monday
Cities end role on police show
Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. For some of the law enforcement agencies that agreed to be on
Calif. highway to stay shut another week
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Crews working around the clock cleared boulders, trees and crushed
States join to promote civil rights tourism
Associated Press BIRMINGHAM, Ala. Southern states that once fought to maintain racial
Parent transition
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Working together to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN What prompted Anika Jacobs’ desire to busily improve
King children criticize Trump, decry racism on MLK holiday
Associated Press ATLANTA Two of Martin Luther King Jr.’s children and the pastor of his historic
Youngstown State University Energy, environment lecture series continues
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State University Lecture Series on Energy and the
Chileans greet pope with passion, protests
Associated Press SANTIAGO, Chile Pope Francis flew in to Chile’s capital Monday night for a
Officials want aviation ceremony back in Ohio
Associated Press DAYTON The Ohio community where the National Aviation Hall of Fame enshrinement
Questions await humbled Steelers in the offseason
Associated Press PITTSBURGH It wasn’t the pregame talk about New England. Or the seemingly
Glowing red lava rolls down slopes of Philippine volcano
Glowing red lava rolls down slopes of Philippine volcano LEGAZPI, Philippines Glowing red lava
By Arch Mainous
By Arch Mainous University of Florida Type 2 diabetes has reached epidemic proportions, with
Treat athlete’s foot
Q. I have had trouble with fungal infections between my toes. I used clotrimazole, which seemed to
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 16
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 16, the 16th day of 2018. There are 349 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
The 60th annual Grammy Awards ceremony will take place Jan. 28 in New York and be telecast live on
The 60th annual Grammy Awards ceremony will take place Jan. 28 in New York and be telecast live on
Sracic earns international recognition
“No matter where I go I have friends — all over the world,” said YSU’s Paul Sracic
congress Democrats eye voter preference in the age of Trump SFlb
Associated Press WASHINGTON Buoyed by a string of Republican retirements and President Donald
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.| Quotable
“It seems to me that education has a twofold function to perform in the life of man and in society:
Associated Press
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Fleeing man falls through frozen lake, is found unresponsive
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Ursuline implements 1:1
The total cost is $50,000 and has been funded by alumni support and an anonymous donor
Renowned professor leads workshop examining institutionalized racism
A comprehensive look at the many entanglements of racism and its cultural, individual and institutional effects
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Brookfield school board, 7 p.m., school auditorium, 614 Bedford Road. Boardman
Associated Press
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Cranberries singer O’Riordan dead at 46
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Rescue Mission’s open house Jan. 25
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‘Sock It To Me’ turns 50
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons Am I excited about the upcoming (Jan. 22) 50th anniversary of the
Is Trump a part-time president?
Opinion: By John L. MICEK Cagle Cartoons Note to self: When it’s time to sit down and talk with my bosses
YSU men drop third straight game
Wright State used a late surge in the second half to defeat Youngstown State
Rise and fall of the middle class
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Ever since 1776, the “common yeoman” – America’s middle class – has
Y’town schools CEO honest about the future of district
Editorial: Ever since the Youngstown City School District was placed in state-mandated academic emergency in
prep sports at a glance
BOYS BASKETBALL MONDAY’S SCORES AREA West Branch 81, Bridgeport, W.Va. 75 OHIO Clyde 61,
Monday, January 15 (70 stories)
Travel advisory issued for I-80
There have been weather-related crashes in the area, the county 911 center says.
Professor brings international publicity to YSU
Sracic presented at the “Creative Minds: Exploring Conservatism in America” event at the residence of U.S. Ambassador Reece Smyth in Dublin, Ireland, in October.
MLK Day of Service brings out volunteers on South Side
Despite the 12-degree weather, Davis was undaunted and happy to join several dozen YNDC and other volunteers for today’s community-service work project in the city’s Cottage Grove neighborhood. In addition, the cleanup effort was part of the Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service to honor the civil-rights leader’s life and legacy.
Rescue Mission plans open house 1-25 to mark 125 years of service
Tours, refreshments and more will be featured
YSU politics professor engages university in nations around world
YSU politics professor engages university in nations around world
On MLK Day, civil-rights leader's children assail Trump
The Cherokee Nation welcomed descendants of slaves into its tribe
Honda Accord wins Car of Year award at Detroit auto show
The Lincoln Navigator won truck of the year
Two suicide bombings in Baghdad today kill at least 38 people
The attacks had all the signs of an Islamic State bombing, authorities said
South Africa summons US diplomat to explain Trump's disparaging comment
It is the latest African nation to protest Trump's remarks made at a meeting on immigration last week
Ohio authorities seize 100 dogs from 76-year-old woman's home
The animals were living in unsanitary conditions, a dog warden said
Area events, fundraisers and more that are worth a look
auctions Christ the Good Shepherd, St. Joseph the Provider Church will host a quarter auction at 7
Austintown schools change early release
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Howland art exhibition depicts separate reality at Butler branch
The exhibit showcases paintings with close-up and unique perspectives of oranges, melons and various flowers.
AP source: Arizona to hire Sumlin as football coach
Associated Press Arizona has tabbed former Texas A&M coach Kevin Sumlin as its football coach.
Boardman officials seeks public input on new township zoning plan
Boardman officials want to know what township residents want community to look like
Buckner, Bartolin highlight YSU’s First-Pitch Breakfast
The event is Feb. 10 at The Embassy in Boardman.
Motivated Jaguars take down Steelers again
The Jacksonville Jaguars heard the chatter, read the tweets and Instagram posts. And they got a little confused.
Additional hearing coming before decision on removing Mecca fiscal officer
Additional hearing coming before decision on removing Mecca fiscal officer
Peace and love were at the heart of MLK Jr.’ nonviolence policy
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN “One day a year, people should listen to a
King HolIday | What’s open, what’s closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed today for the
West Virginia reviewing court storm incident at Texas Tech
Associated Press MORGANTOWN, W.VA. West Virginia’s athletic department said Sunday it is
Republican Williams announces she’s running against Frank Fuda for Trumbull commissioner
Republican Williams announces she’s running against Frank Fuda for Trumbull commissioner
Valley native Harper works with Milwaukee Bucks
McDonald graduate Eric Harper began his career with thge University of Akron.
PREP SCHEDULE
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The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
Ohio Turnpike will give communication radios to fire, police
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Struthers Rotary presents check to Boy Scout Troop 101
Struthers Rotary presents check to Boy Scout Troop 101
Warren Junior Women’s League committee adopts family
Warren Junior Women’s League committee adopts family
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate closed out the Sony Open
Move along, baby boomers
Opinion: By Josh Hoxie OtherWords Historians won’t look fondly on 2017. The news cycle was dominated by
Oregonians get a sliver of a right with revised gas-pumping policy
Opinion: WASHINGTON Frank Lloyd Wright purportedly said, “Tip the world over on its side and everything
Resurgent racism makes MLK Day more poignant
Editorial: Today’s national holiday rises as more than a day off work to honor the legacy of the Rev. Dr.
Big Ten-leading OSU takes care of Rutgers
Keita Bates-Diop scored 20 points and grabbed nine rebounds.
Trust, truth under Trump: Americans in a quandary
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. When truck driver Chris Gromek wants to know what’s really going