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Valley mayors writing to Trump, governors for help with GM
Mayors from Mahoning and Trumbull counties will send letters to the president, governor and governor-elect to urge them to offer incentives to General Motors to invest in a new product at the Lordstown complex.
Downtown festivities usher in holiday season for thousands
It didn’t take much to get sisters Korie and Cassi Samios of Brookfield to jump up and down in unison and utter joy: A mere flick of a switch did the trick.
Boardman students develop split-pea concoctions for food bank program
Split peas don’t fly off the shelves of Center Intermediate School’s food pantry, but that might change now that kids know how to cook them.
Ex-Youngstown fire chief retires
With his father, grandfather, three uncles and brother all working as city firefighters, some might say John O’Neill was preordained to not only be a city firefighter, but also chief.
Chiefs cut star running back after video surfaces
Reigning rushing champion shown knocking over and kicking a woman
Tim Ryan asks public to share GM Lordstown stories
Tim Ryan asks public to share GM Lordstown stories
City schools, YSU announce collaboration
City schools, YSU anounce collaboration on Computing 4 Entrepreneurship
Kansas woman, 74, fatally shoots burglar; has heart attack
Kansas woman, 74, fatally shoots burglar; has heart attack
Brown appoints McGee to academic distress commission
Brown appoints McGee to academic distress commission
Chilling evidence of death shown in white nationalist trial
Chilling evidence of death shown in white nationalist trial
2 West Virginia troopers suspended after suspect beaten
2 West Virginia troopers suspended after suspect beaten
Hearing set in Comey’s challenge to House subpoena
Hearing set in Comey’s challenge to House subpoena
Massive, extended data breach within Marriott’s hotel empire
Massive, extended data breach within Marriott’s hotel empire
Veterans Holiday Luncheon sold out, office closed Dec. 7
The Mahoning County Veterans Service Commission office will be closed Dec. 7 when the annual Mahoning County Veterans of the Valley Holiday Luncheon will take place at the Maronite Center, 1555 S. Meridian Road.
Riviera Creek medical marijuana facility prepares for first orders
The company meshes science, medicine and horticulture in an ultra-secure facility just outside of downtown Youngstown.
Girard football team captures community’s imagination
Rob Kermec, right, director of maintenance and groundskeeping at Girard’s Arrowhead Stadium, celebrates with quarterback Mark Waid after the Indians’ 53-48 state semifinal victory over Newark Licking Valley last Saturday night at Crater Stadium in Dover.
Attorney general raids two JFS-contracted Medicaid providers
They provided non-emergency transportation for Medicaid-eligible county JFS clients, such as trips to doctor’s appointments
Girard looks to finish the job
Cincinnati Wyoming stands between Girard and its first football state title.
Liberty teacher on paid leave following theft charge
Police say the teacher never turned in money from her cheerleading squad or for a kindergartener's lunch and kept three laptops.
Mahoning commissioners price 911 upgrades
Proposed equipment and software upgrades would allow police from different county departments to share information and location
SPORTS DIGEST || Phantoms’ Malone named to Team USA
Phantoms’ Malone named to Team USA YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Phantoms forward Jack Malone has been
Mayfield walks the talk
Baker Mayfield had a November to remember, completing 74 percent of his passes (65 of 88) while leading the Browns (4-6-1) to two wins and the edge of serious playoff possibilities.
Austintown school board could raise sports GPA cutoff
Austintown school board President Don Sherwood said during a Wednesday work session the district’s 1.5-point GPA requirement for athletic participation is “embarrassing” and called for it to be raised to 2.0.
Toy drive to offer Disney On Ice tickets
Staff report BOARDMAN Disney On Ice is partnering with Project MKC (formerly Making Kids Count)
Author to give lecture on Idora Park
Staff report BOARDMAN Rick Shale will give a presentation on “The History of Idora Park” at 10
Site lists state’s holiday lights
Staff report COLUMBUS TourismOhio has launched its 2018 Holidays In Ohio web page at ohio.org,
Elliott poised to become first female rapper in Songwriters Hall
RAP ROYALTY By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK For Missy Elliott, being a good friend
What to know before Campbell’s town hall Saturday
The fate of Campbell’s water plant may finally be decided at the meeting.
Historic Uptown Theater is up for auction
Interested parties can bid on the historic theater along the Market Street corridor starting Saturday morning.
Ohio Department of Health director and Trumbull health officials have discussion of drug abuse
Ohio Department of Health director and Trumbull health officials have discussion of drug abuse
Police investigate killing at West Side bar
The death is the second homicide in Youngstown this week.
METRO DIGEST || Veterans event sold out, office closed Dec. 7
The Mahoning County Veterans Service Commission office will be closed Dec. 7 when the annual Mahoning County Veterans of the Valley Holiday Luncheon will take place at the Maronite Center, 1555 S. Meridian Road.
METRO DIGEST || Homeless Walk today
The Mahoning County Homeless Continuum of Care will host the annual Homeless Walk at 9 a.m. today. The walk is intended to bring awareness to members of the community who walk on a daily basis to get the help and services they need.
Group shows off former Anthony’s On the River building following acquisition
The owners will meet with city officials and residents to gather input for future developments at the site
GM Lordstown workers gather to pray for future of plant
Venus Walker, right, a General Motors employee with 12 years at the Lordstown plant, prays during a vigil outside the plant Thursday. About 200 workers and community members attended the event.
Michael Kusalaba library hosts first Halloween party
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Michael Kusalaba library hosted its first Halloween
Library hosts first Halloween party
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Michael Kusalaba library hosted its first Halloween
Preschoolers gain literacy skills at library
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Michael Kusalaba library hosted a Read and Make
Cub Scout Pack 25 establishes first food drive to benefit Operation Blessing
All of the families of Canfield’s Cub Scout Pack 25 will be working hard on their first food drive
Poland Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants winter sports news Winter athletics will soon arrive and Neighbors wants to be
Michael Kusalaba library hosts first Halloween party
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Michael Kusalaba library hosted its first Halloween
Austintown hosts 49th annual speech tournament
Austintown hosted its 49th annual Speech and Debate Tournament on Nov. 17 at Austintown Fitch High School.
Preschoolers gain literacy skills at library
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Michael Kusalaba library hosted a Read and Make
Canfield Community Briefs
Local surgeon speaks at free health talk Board certified orthopedic surgeon Seth Kuwik, MD
Library software offers unique features
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Austintown library hosted an event on Nov. 12 to help
Boardman High School Honor Roll - First Grading Period
Nineth Grade Honor Roll (4.0) Alberti, Alyssa Barber, Anthony Beckman, Rees Blasco, Connor
Inn at Walker Mill hosts first holiday celebration
The recently opened Inn at Walker Mill hosted its first holiday celebration on Nov. 16.
Poland library makes no knead bread
The Poland library hosted a no knead bread making class on Nov. 19.
C.H. Campbell Elementary revels in Spirit Week
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com C.H. Campbell Elementary School students showed their school
Boo Squad works to make Poland safer
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Student members of the Boo Squad gathered at Poland Union
Preschoolers gain literacy skills at library
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Michael Kusalaba library hosted a Read and Make
Zannetakis, Radowick set summer date
Lou and Brenda Zannetakis and Chet and Debbie Majda of Warren and Mark and Robin Yoder and George
Canfield Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants winter sports news Winter athletics will soon arrive and Neighbors wants to be
Canfield High School commemorates Veterans Day
Canfield High School students, faculty and staff honored veterans at the school’s annual Veterans Day Assembly on Nov. 12.
Boardman Community Briefs
Local surgeon speaks at free health talk Board certified orthopedic surgeon Seth Kuwik, MD
Austintown Community Briefs
Sausage and pancake breakfast The Immaculate Heart of Mary Knights of Columbus #3930 are
Margaret Mangino | Jerrod McQuown
YOUNGSTOWN Margaret Mangino of Austintown and Jerrod McQuown of Poland were married Dec. 30, 2017,
Preschoolers gain literacy skills at library event
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Michael Kusalaba library hosted a Read and Make
Poland Community Briefs
Historical society to have holiday gathering on Dec. 3 Poland Historical Society members and their
Boardman Sports Briefs
Boys maroon team falls to Poland The Boardman maroon eighth-grade boys fell to Poland 32-29 in
Alyson Kieffer | Eric Bunnell
CANFIELD Alyson Kieffer of Rensselaer, Ind., and Eric Bunnell of Boardman, were united in marriage
CVMS gets in the spirit of Halloween
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com In keeping with the school’s long-standing tradition,
Community should rally around Girard Indians for state championship
Editorial: If you happen to pass through the city of Girard this week, don’t be surprised by the spirited
What’s good for General Motors isn’t necessarily good for America
Opinion: By MEGAN Mc CARDLE Washington Post WASHINGTON In 1953, Charles E. Wilson, then the president
Steelers: Conner’s fumbles can be corrected
Ben Roethlisberger cut off the question mid-sentence. The quicker to dismiss it, the better.
Put people before fossils
Opinion: By Todd Larsen OtherWords One of the most important federal agencies on everything from climate
Selected local stocks
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nba Cavs complete trade of Korver to Utah Jazz
Associated Press CLEVELAND The Cavaliers finalized their trade with Utah and sent Kyle Korver to
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Schwarzenegger opposes fee on arts, sports, entertainment COLUMBUS Actor and former
Trump dreamed of tower in Moscow
Cohen admits lying to Congress about details in negotiations Associated Press WASHINGTON
Babies born in withdrawal new complication in opioid cases
The expansive court case seeking to hold drugmakers responsible for the nation’s opioid crisis has a new complication: How does it deal with claims covering the thousands of babies born dependent on the drugs?
AUSTRALIAN PGA
AUSTRALIAN PGA Leishman trails leaders by two strokes GOLD COAST, Australia Marc Leishman’s
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Trumbull Retired Teachers Association will have a luncheon at noon Dec. 11 at
Halli Lockhart | Adam Pliml
POLAND A wedding ceremony and reception at The Lake Club took place May 19 as Halli Lockhart and
GRAND JURY | Indictments
These people were indicted by a Mahoning County grand jury: Jordan Sullivan, 19, Creed Street,
Former Ohio judge charged in fatal stabbing of his ex-wife
A former Cleveland-area judge and state lawmaker has been indicted on aggravated murder and other charges in his ex-wife’s stabbing death earlier this month.
Reunions & Class Notes
Editor’s note The Reunions & Class Notes column that formerly was published on Tuesdays will now
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Holiday parade and festivities, 4 p.m.: Central Square in downtown
3rd of 4 suspects plead not guilty in Ohio family slayings
The third of four family members charged with killing eight people from another family has pleaded not guilty in a southern Ohio court, as her adult sons did previously.
Orchestras offer free concerts
Staff report Two area orchestras will present free holiday concerts this weekend. The Packard
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 30
Today is Friday, Nov. 30, the 334th day of 2018. There are 31 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Northwestern eyes upset of Ohio State, Rose Bowl bid
The Wildcats started 1-3, but have won seven their last eight.
Retreat scheduled
Retreat scheduled hermitage, pa. The Holy Cross Orthodox Church, 950 Maple Drive, will host the
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Eatery closes after video appears to show rat cooking HONOLULU A Hawaii-based
Thursday, November 29 (90 stories)
Longtime Valley businessmen behind futuristic medical marijuana plant
There is a process that must be followed before laying eyes on the sea of green marijuana plants hidden in the bowels of Riviera Creek medical marijuana facility just outside downtown Youngstown.
Town hall meeting Saturday afternoon on water plant upgrades
The fate of Campbell’s water plant may finally be decided on Saturday after more than a year of discussions and investigations.
Liberty kindergarten teacher accused of theft of cash, computers, student's lunch money
A Liberty kindergarten teacher is on paid administrative leave after a police investigation into money missing from the school, a student, and three missing Chromebooks.
Mahoning county weighing 911 cutting-edge upgrade
Mahoning County commissioners are reviewing about $770,000 worth of upgrades to the county’s 911 system which officials said would bring county law enforcement “into the 21st century.”
Trump's ex-lawyer admits lies about Russian real estate deal
Trump's ex-lawyer admits lies about Russian real estate deal
LORDSTOWN FALLOUT | Community gathers for prayer vigil
LORDSTOWN FALLOUT | Community gathers for prayer vigil
Greenwood Chevrolet becomes Toys for Tots sponsor
Greenwood Chevrolet has recently become a local sponsor of the Toys for Tots Campaign.
Cavaliers trade Kyle Korver to Jazz for picks, Burks
Cavaliers trade Kyle Korver to Jazz for picks, Burks
Two transportation providers contracted by Mahoning County JFS are raided
Two transportation providers contracted by Mahoning County JFS are raided
Autopsy: Missing North Carolina boy drowned accidentally
Autopsy: Missing North Carolina boy drowned accidentally
'Money Mack' surrenders to marshals, 'Spunk' still missing
'Money Mack' surrenders to marshals, 'Spunk' still missing
Cruise control: GM's No. 2 exec to run self-driving car unit
Cruise control: GM's No. 2 exec to run self-driving car unit
Teen freed after being stuck in vault at abandoned bank
Teen freed after being stuck in vault at abandoned bank
VIDEO | QB Mark Waid describes the Girard way of football
If you wonder what drives the Girard Indians offense,
Akron police: Boy accidentally shot another teen, then killed self
Police: Boy accidentally shot another teen, then killed self
LORDSTOWN FALLOUT | Mahoning commissioners weigh in on GM
LORDSTOWN FALLOUT | Mahoning commissioners weigh in on GM
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
City officials seek to release more on Alabama mall shooting
City officials seek to release more on Alabama mall shooting
As GM cuts in US, Fiat Chrysler invests in Italian plants
As GM cuts in US, Fiat Chrysler invests in Italian plants
Oprah offers rousing tribute to Mandela in S. Africa visit
Oprah offers rousing tribute to Mandela in S. Africa visit
Murder charges against brother in mansion fire slayings
Murder charges against brother in mansion fire slayings
US consumer spending up strong 0.6 percent in October
US consumer spending up strong 0.6 percent in October
RUSSIA PROBE | Cohen pleads guilty to lying to Congress
NEW YORK (AP) — Michael Cohen pleads guilty to lying to Congress about Trump real estate project in Russia.
Suspects' mom is 3rd arraigned in family slayings of 8
Suspects' mom is 3rd arraigned in family slayings of 8
Ohio Senate approves bill codifying strangulation as felony
Ohio Senate approves bill codifying strangulation as felony
UPDATE | Police ID man killed in bar shooting
YPD: Man dies after bar shooting; 2018's 23rd homicide
Ryan, Brown bring fight for GM Lordstown to the White House
As news of General Motors’ decision to cease production of the Lordstown-built Chevrolet Cruze and idle the Lordstown plant next year continued to ripple throughout the Mahoning Valley, some of the Valley’s elected officials took the fight to save the plant to Washington, D.C.
Veteran assistant big part of Waid’s World
Girard quarterback Mark Waid’s game-day routine has been the same since he was a freshman.
Struthers set to host scrimmages
The first Northeast Ohio High School Coaches vs. Cancer doubleheader is today at Struthers Fieldhouse.
Austintown bracing for enrollment drop after plant idles
‘This is such a large domino effect that I don’t think people are grasping it yet,’ a school board member said
Oak Hill Collaborative announces sale of former Anthony’s On the River
A consortium of investors plans to redevelop the Oak Hill Avenue property into mixed-used space.
Hampton’s 7 3s not enough for YSU men
Kendale Hampton scored a game-high 21 points and tied a career high with seven 3-pointers in a loss to RMU.
Warren council honors officer who pulled man from burning Wick Street home
It’s not a bad day when you stand in front of a large room full of people and get a standing ovation from every boss in your organization.
Boardman seeks to make township more walkable
Only 25 percent of the township’s roads have sidewalks.
SPORTS DIGEST || EGCC in search of softball coach
Eastern Gateway Community College is conducting a search for a head softball coach. The position would begin in the fall semester of 2019.
Convicted man loses appeal on search of his car
A man serving a prison term on charges of trafficking in heroin and trafficking in fentanyl lost an appeal Wednesday on the search that landed him in prison.
Anticipation is strong for Valley premiere of ‘Mamma Mia!’
“Mamma Mia!” is already the best-selling show in recent memory at the Youngstown Playhouse – and it hasn’t even opened yet.
Phil Keaggy to join orchestra for holiday concert
The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra will be joined by multi-Dove Award winner Phil Keaggy
Holiday festivities to feature parade, tree lighting and singer Josh Triplett
More than 60 organizations and groups – including 11 high- school bands – will march or perform in the city’s holiday parade.
Assault charge related to Niles court scuffle sent to grand jury
One week after two Warren brothers were arrested after being accused of assaulting a Weathersfield police officer during a scuffle involving two officers at Niles Municipal Court, one brother was back in court Wednesday.
Community rallies as Girard team heads to state
Jacob Shaffer pulls a hoodie off the print machine at Knightline Embroidery. More than 700 shirts and hoodies have already been sold ahead of Saturday’s Division IV state championship game.
Colorado’s change from purple to blue is a lesson for the GOP
Opinion: DENVER Social scientists, say Colorado boosters, have plausible metrics identifying their state as
Charter schools in Ohio are still getting free ride
Editorial: If any other industry slop- ping at the public trough had as many complaints against it as the
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Once a sensation, ‘Walking Dead’ is just another show NEW YORK At some point, a
Syracuse uses 3-pointers to get past OSU
Syracuse found its outside shot, and just in time if you ask coach Jim Boeheim.
2018 DIVISION I OPSWA ALL-OHIO FOOTBALL
COACH OF THE YEAR Buddy White, Reynoldsburg OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Trevor Byczinski,
Facebook expands local news feature
Associated Press NEW YORK Facebook is cautiously expanding a feature that shows people local
Parking ban for parade, tree lighting
Parking ban for parade, tree lighting YOUNGSTOWN During the annual Youngstown Holiday Parade and
NIGHTLIFE
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Tue: Steve Vuich, 7 p.m. BirdFish Brewing
More than jobs riding on fate of GM plant
Associated Press LORDSTOWN General Motors is moving to shut down as many as five North American
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Samantha Hill and Jeremy Mascher, East Palestine, boy,
Valley dancers to join Moscow Ballet’s ‘Great Russian Nutcracker’ at Powers
The Moscow Ballet will return to Youngstown next week to perform “The Great Russian Nutcracker”, and will again be joined on stage by young dance students from the Mahoning Valley.
Mayfield: ‘I’m not a cookie-cutter quarterback’
Baker Mayfield won’t back down, won’t change. Not for Hue Jackson or TV commentators or critics or anyone.
Lexington’s Cade Stover named Ohio’s Mr. Football
Girard QB Mark Waid was among the finalists for the award.
‘How the Drag Queen Stole Christmas’
‘How the Drag Queen Stole Christmas’ The Rust Belt Theater Company will present the 13th annual
Ohio Mr. Football
Ohio Mr. Football Winners 1987: Buster Howe, RB-DB-K-P, Zanesville, Ohio State 1988: Robert
Short-handed Cavs bounced by OKC
The Cavaliers agreed to trade Kyle Korver to the Utah Jazz after the team had arrived at Chesapeake Energy Arena.
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Flyers mascot Gritty surprises wedding party PHILADELPHIA What better way to
METRO DIGEST || 9-vehicle crash
9-vehicle crash SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. Several people were injured and a portion of U.S. Route 422
‘Christmas at Mamaw Jo’s’ returns
‘Christmas at Mamaw Jo’s’ returns CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Stage Left Players will revive its original
“LEGO Jurassic World: THE SECRET EXHIBIT” (8 P.M., NBC): In an animated LEGO prequel
“LEGO Jurassic World: THE SECRET EXHIBIT” (8 P.M., NBC): In an animated LEGO prequel adventure,
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 29
Today is Thursday, Nov. 29, the 333rd day of 2018. There are 32 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Once On This Island.” Kandy Cleland and Jodine Pilmer, directors, Stage Left
New This week
New This week The Possession of Hannah Grace (R) When a cop who is just out of rehab takes the
Powell: Economy healthy; rate hikes aren’t automatic
Associated Press WASHINGTON Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell cast a bright picture of the
Second man pleads not guilty in slayings
Associated Press WAVERLY, Ohio The second of four family members charged with killing eight
Selling of the White House
Opinion: By Will Durst Cagle Cartoons Money. Moolah. Cash. Dough. Scratch. Dinero. Benjamins. Greenbacks.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDEND CLOSE CHANGE Alcoa Inc., 33.602.43 Aqua America, .20
‘A Christmas Story’
‘A Christmas Story’ The Oakland Center for the Arts youth theater will present the Mahoning Valley
Trump dismantling US climate efforts as warnings grow dire
President Donald Trump has moved steadily to dismantle Obama administration efforts to rein in coal, oil and gas emissions, even as warnings grow — from his own administration and others — about the devastating impact of climate change on the U.S. economy as well as the Earth.
Clash spotlights use of force at border
Associated Press EL PASO, Texas U.S. Border Patrol agents near Tijuana, Mexico, faced a choice
Trumbull set to proceed with second big sewer plant upgrade
Trumbull set to proceed with second big sewer plant upgrade
Holiday period had fewest Ohio traffic deaths since 1991
Associated Press COLUMBUS The State Highway Patrol says six people were killed in Ohio traffic
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
PREP ROUNDUP
PREP ROUNDUP Wednesday’s high school results GIRLS BASKETBALL Austintown Fitch 60, Massillon
Wednesday, November 28 (85 stories)
Collaborative to redevelop former Anthony's on the River site
Plans are in the works to redevelop a property on Oak Hill Avenue that has long sat vacant.
Community invited to Friday send-off for Girard football team
All of the extra training the Girard Indians have done may pay off this weekend at the Division IV state championship game.
Sykes loses appeal of Boardman police search that put him in prison
A man serving a prison term on charges of trafficking in heroin and trafficking in fentanyl lost an appeal Wednesday on the search that landed him in prison.
Boardman schools trying to increase walkers
Only a handful of Boardman students walk to school, but with the help of the Safe Routes to School program, the township is trying to increase that number.
Perfect Olson has YSU leading Akron at halftime
Chelsea Olson has yet to miss a shot for the Penguins.
Warren council honors officer who pulled man from burning home
Warren council honors officer who pulled man from burning Wick Street home
LORDSTOWN FALLOUT | Ryan to join with other Congress members on GM issue
Ryan to join with other Congress members on GM issue
Chain reaction of kindness and compassion at Wilson
Chain reaction of kindness and compassion at Wilson
Officials: Inmates ran $560K online dating extortion scheme
Officials: Inmates ran $560K online dating extortion scheme
The Latest: Official says airstrike in Afghanistan was US
The Latest: Official says airstrike in Afghanistan was US
2nd man pleads "not guilty" in slayings of 8 from family
2nd man pleads "not guilty" in slayings of 8 from family
Federal money to upgrade reservoirs' water control plans
Federal money to upgrade reservoirs' water control plans
LORDSTOWN FALLOUT | Brown to meet with Trump today on GM
LORDSTOWN FALLOUT | Brown to meet with Trump today on GM
Afghan official: 30 civilians killed in battle with Taliban
Afghan official: 30 civilians killed in battle with Taliban
Atwood writing 'Handmaid's Tale' sequel, out in 2019
Atwood writing 'Handmaid's Tale' sequel, out in 2019
LORDSTOWN FALLOUT | Ryan meets with Pence to discuss GM
LORDSTOWN FALLOUT | Ryan meets with Pence to discuss GM
Ohio's Democratic US senator urges action on auto bill
Ohio's Democratic US senator urges action on auto bill
Y'town will ban parking Friday in advance of parade
Y'town will ban parking Friday in advance of parade
LORDSTOWN FALLOUT | Trump again takes to Twitter to criticize GM
Trump again takes to Twitter to criticize GM
Chaplain injured in synagogue mass shooting out of hospital
Chaplain injured in synagogue mass shooting out of hospital
Wall Street's 'Fearless Girl' moved from spot facing 'Bull'
Wall Street's 'Fearless Girl' moved from spot facing 'Bull'
Mueller focused on tip about WikiLeaks plans, document shows
Mueller focused on tip about WikiLeaks plans, document shows
Pair gets 18-month sentence for June jewelry brawl
Pair gets 18-month sentence for June jewelry brawl
As shutdown looms, Trump and GOP leaders discuss border wall
As shutdown looms, Trump and GOP leaders discuss border wall
Holiday period had fewest Ohio traffic deaths since 1991
Holiday period had fewest Ohio traffic deaths since 1991
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
RI restaurant responds to backlash against anti-Trump shirts
Restaurant responds to backlash against anti-Trump shirts
Ivanka Trump defends her use of a private email account
Ivanka Trump defends her use of a private email account
Warren woman wins Valley Soup event to make comfort blankets
Allison Smith, left, of Shepherd of All God’s Children in Warren, celebrates after her Fleece Time project won the Valley Soup micro-funding event Tuesday at Christ Episcopal Church in Warren.
State lifts corrective action plan for Youngstown schools
Distress commission questions some district expenses including sports
Poland teachers to see salary increases
The agreement approved by the Poland Board of Education at Monday night’s meeting includes salary increases for Poland’s teachers.
SPORTS DIGEST || Phantoms change start time against Fargo
The Youngstown Phantoms and United States Hockey League (USHL) have announced that Friday’s game has been moved to an 8:05 p.m. start time.
Mineral Ridge property owner wants judge to decide who owns sewer line
A property owner who built a sewer line on St. Mary’s Drive in Mineral Ridge more than a decade ago has asked a judge to decide who owns it.
ALL-OHIO FOOTBALL TEAMS
DIVISION II Offensive player of the year — Miyan Williams, Cincinnati Winton Woods. Defensive
Judge denies Girard and BLS’ motion to dismiss class-action lawsuit
A Trumbull County Common Pleas Court judge denied Blue Line Solutions and the city of Girard’s motion to dismiss a class-action lawsuit against them.
ABC stormwater utility fee could cost $25-$35 per year
A proposed stormwater utility fee could cost owners of average-sized homes in Austintown, Boardman and Canfield between $25 and $35 dollars per year, said Keith Rogers, ABC Water and Stormwater District vice president.
Poland Forest board approves budget for 2019 levy funds, about $12K
Poland Municipal Forest Board unanimously approved a budget for the levy funds it will receive next calendar year.
Continuing Healthcare facility unveils remodel after flood
When describing the August flooding at Continuing Healthcare’s Boardman facility, Duane Feicht asked, “Have you ever been to the wave pool at Geauga Lake?”
PREP ROUNDUP | Tuesday’s high school results
GIRLS BASKETBALL Brookfield 66, Lakeview 43 CORTLAND Chloe Willrich finished with 22 points
Austintown trustees set 2019 paving projects
Township trustees Monday approved 23 resurfacing projects along portions of 21 township roads next year.
Officials look for ways to save Lordstown plant
A General Motors worker leaves the Lordstown plant after the shift ended Monday, the day GM announced it will idle the plant and discontinue the Lordstown-built Cruze as of March 1.
Don’t look for any fairness from GM toward workers
Editorial: Hamilton [Ontario, Canada] Spectator: Where is the fairness? By its own measuring standards, General
Jared: The birdbrain of Alcatraz
Opinion: By Ann Coulter Andrews McMeel Syndication In the systematic dismantling of common sense in
Trump to Calif.: Rake it
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords California’s in the midst of the deadliest fire our state has ever
Selected local stocks
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GM slashes jobs in technology shift
Associated Press DETROIT Even though unemployment is low, the economy is growing and U.S. auto
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
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Christ Our Savior Parish at Holy Trinity Church, 250 N. Bridge St., Struthers, will sell
AROUND THE NBA
AROUND THE NBA Tuesday’s games Hawks 115, Heat 113 MIAMI Taurean Prince scored 18 points,
Hospital celebrates 10th anniversary
Hospital celebrates 10th anniversary BOARDMAN Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley Beeghly
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Tuesday’s games
No. 5 Nevada 79, Loyola-Chicago 65 CHICAGO Caleb Martin had 21 points, twin brother Cody Martin
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 28
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 28, the 332nd day of 2018. There are 33 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
CORRECTION
CORRECTION The names of two Liberty High School students who were starting their military training
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Lost bedazzled pigeon is reunited with owners PEORIA, Ariz. A pigeon that had
Sheetz For The Kidz
Sheetz For The Kidz ALTOONA, PA. Sheetz announced that throughout December, customers can donate
First suspect pleads not guilty in Ohio family slayings of 8
The first of four family members charged with killing eight people from another Ohio family has pleaded not guilty to aggravated murder and other charges in the potential death penalty case.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘SpongeBob’ creator Hillenburg dies at 57 LOS ANGELES Stephen Hillenburg, who used
Man, 62, assaulted
Man, 62, assaulted Liberty Police are searching for suspects who assaulted a 62-year-old man on
The Manor burger offerings get all-around praise and rave reviews
Rave reviews If you go What: The Manor Where: 3104 S. Canfield Niles Road, Austintown
Suspect arrested in Austintown robbery
Suspect arrested in Austintown robbery AUSTINTOWN A Youngstown man is in the Mahoning County
State elects its first female senator
Campaign was rocked by video decried as racist Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. Republican
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mahoning County Commissioners board meeting, 10 a.m., Mahoning County courthouse,
School security guard accused of raping several students
Police say a security guard at a Cleveland high school raped multiple students.
TUESDAY’S OTHER NHL GAMES
Hurricanes 2, Canadiens 1 MONTREAL Curtis McElhinney stopped 48 shots and the Carolina
Tuesday, November 27 (69 stories)
Gift blanket to foster child spurs winning project at Valley Soup tonight
Allison Smith’s emotional story of how a blanket made by Girl Scouts helped her get over missing her mother drying her tears and praying with her when she went to foster care because her mother was “sick.”
Youngstown schools' special ed program cleared of state corrective plan
The Ohio Department of Education has cleared Youngstown City Schools from a corrective action plan in the special-education program.
GOP US Sen. Hyde-Smith wins divisive runoff, keeps her seat
Republican U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith won a divisive Mississippi runoff Tuesday, surviving a video-recorded remark decried as racist and defeating a former federal official who hoped to become the state’s first African-American senator since Reconstruction.
200 years of ‘Silent Night’: Singers mark carol’s birthday
One of the most famous songs of Christmas was celebrated Tuesday as it approaches its 200th anniversary, with a concert at the New York City church where “Silent Night” is believed to have been sung in the United States for the first time and where a priest was the first to publish an English translation of the Austrian carol.
Poland Forest Board approves budget topped by web expenses
Poland Municipal Forest Board unanimously approved a budget for the levy funds it will receive next calendar year.
Annual fee for homeowners in ABC district $25-$35
A proposed stormwater utility fee could cost owners of average-sized homes in Austintown, Boardman and Canfield between $25 and $35 dollars per year, said Keith Rogers, ABC Water and Stormwater District vice president.
Manafort allegations throw new uncertainty into Russia probe
Manafort allegations throw new uncertainty into Russia probe
US stock indexes edge mostly higher a day after a big gain
US stock indexes edge mostly higher a day after a big gain
State removes city schools from special education corrective action
State removes city schools from special education corrective action
National Board of Review names 'Green Book' year's best film
National Board of Review names 'Green Book' year's best film
House Democrat says panel will revisit taxes, infrastructure
House Democrat says panel will revisit taxes, infrastructure
Chisenhall agrees to $2.75M, 1-year deal with Pirates
Chisenhall agrees to $2.75M, 1-year deal with Pirates
North Carolina woman given wrong lottery ticket wins $277K
North Carolina woman given wrong lottery ticket wins $277K
Report: Manafort met with Julian Assange ahead of 2016 leaks
Report: Manafort met with Julian Assange ahead of 2016 leaks
‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ creator dies at 57
Nickelodeon: Stephen Hillenburg, whose daffy animated ‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ became an international hit, dies at 57 .
Ohio nurse in cancer hoax gets 2 years in prison, must repay $47K
Nurse in cancer hoax gets 2 years in prison, must repay $47K
First suspect pleads not guilty in Ohio family slayings of 8
First suspect pleads not guilty in Ohio family slayings of 8
UN: No sign of emissions peak in sight, action must be taken
UN: No sign of emissions peak in sight, action must be taken
Police seek suspects after Liberty man found beaten
Police seek suspects after Liberty man found beaten
Trump proposes 'worldwide network' to counter CNN overseas
Trump proposes 'worldwide network' to counter CNN overseas
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and Canfield
A summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and the city of Canfield
Vindy Poll | What are the chances of GM acquiring a new product line after it stops production of the Cruze at Lordstown?
What are the chances of GM acquiring a new product line after it stops production of the Cruze at Lordstown?
US consumer confidence slips in November but is still strong
US consumer confidence slips in November but is still strong
North Carolina brings back Mack Brown as football coach
North Carolina brings back Mack Brown as football coach
US stocks edge lower as tariff threat hits tech stocks
US stocks edge lower as tariff threat hits tech stocks
Lawmakers consider changing how state funds online schools
Lawmakers consider changing how state funds online schools
Belgium investigates doctors who euthanized autistic woman
Belgium investigates doctors who euthanized autistic woman
Boston Tea Party participants honored with special markers
Boston Tea Party participants honored with special markers
Mueller accuses Manafort of breaking plea agreement by lying
Mueller accuses Manafort of breaking plea agreement by lying
GM Lordstown plant a Valley fixture since 1966
Cruze decline spells trouble for plant’s remaining workers
Poland school board and teachers union approve contract
Poland school board and teachers union approve contract
Woman robbed of her cane at gunpoint and car damaged
Woman robbed of her cane at gunpoint and car damaged
Browns are a different team now
Something shocking has happened to the Browns, those bumbling, fumbling, quarterback-searching, coach-firing, draft-busting losers.
Flooding issue causes loss at storage building, council told
Staff report GIRARD Gene Byers of Illinois Avenue in McDonald asked city administrators to
Autocrats heartened by Trump’s take on Khashoggi assassination
Opinion: WASHINGTON In Riyadh, they must be laughing at President Donald Trump. In Pyongyang, too, and in
Supreme Court could allow suit over Apple iPhone apps’ sales
The Supreme Court seemed ready Monday to allow an antitrust lawsuit to go forward that claims Apple has unfairly monopolized the market for the sale of iPhone apps.
ON CAMPUS | How local college football players did in Week 13
FBS BIG TEN Michigan State RB L.J. Scott, Sr., Hubbard — Took a redshirt and will be inactive
GM hasn’t slammed door on its Valley plant’s future
Editorial: If there’s even a sliver of a chance of General Motors assigning a new product to its Lordstown
all-ohio FOOTBALL SELECTIONS
2018 DIVISION IV OHIO PREP SPORTSWRITERS ASSOCIATION ALL-OHIO TEAMS COACH OF THE YEAR Alex
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., 32.570.26 Aqua America, .20
Timberwolves continue hot streak in win over Cavs
Minnesota is 6-2 since trading disgruntled star Jimmy Butler.
Texans beat Titans to win eighth straight
Houston remembered owner Bob McNair and became the first team to win eight straight after starting 0-3.
‘Flawless’ NASA craft lands on Mars after perilous journey
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. A NASA spacecraft designed to drill down into Mars’
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Stewart’s first Uber ride was ‘a mess inside and out’ NEW YORK Martha Stewart’s
Robbed on Thanksgiving
Robbed on Thanksgiving WARREN A Southern Boulevard Northwest man was robbed at gunpoint by two
Collect books and toys for Akron Children’s
Collect books and toys for Akron Children’s BOARDMAN From now through Dec. 21, Starbucks,
Museum offers cards that feature landmarks
Museum offers cards that feature landmarks WARREN Playing cards decorated with 55 different
preps at a glance
preps at a glance GIRLS BASKETBALL Lordstown 36, Jackson-Milton 33 NORTH JACKSON Kellee
Nine Penguins receive All-MVFC honors
Nine Penguins receive All-MVFC honors Youngstown Youngstown State seniors Tevin McCaster, Gavin
Politics lacking in wit
Opinion: By Tom Purcell Cagle Cartoons Among today’s most regrettable trends is the dying art of
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 27
Today is Tuesday, Nov. 27, the 331st day of 2018. There are 34 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Trumbull County health board, 1:30 p.m., first-floor patient waiting room, 176
Trump sticks with old playbook to aid GOP in Senate runoff
Associated Press TUPELO, Miss. President Donald Trump brought back the playbook he used during
worth a look
editor’s note The Reunions & Class Notes column that formerly was published Tuesdays will now be
GM to lay off up to 14K workers, close as many as 5 plants
General Motors will cut up to 14,000 workers in North America and put five plants up for possible closure as it abandons many of its car models and restructures to focus more on autonomous and electric vehicles, the automaker announced Monday.
births
births st. joseph health center Rachel Bubela and Zachary Haskins, Girard, boy, Nov. 20. Brad
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Imagine Dragons: Tonight on
Lung cancer is the most diagnosed cancer in the Mahoning Valley
Navigating the course for lung cancer treatment
Monday, November 26 (73 stories)
Couple, sons to be arraigned in Ohio family slayings of 8
Four members of a family charged with killing eight people from another Ohio family will be arraigned separately, starting Tuesday with the suspect who shared a daughter with one of the victims.
Mill Creek brought Tolnar home to Valley
Hubbard native Brian Tolnar has made a number of stops during his golf career.
Calhoun wants home tourney
It’s hard to blame the Penguins' coach for thinking about YSU hosting its own non-conference tournament
Idling of GM Lordstown plant ‘new Black Monday in the Valley’
GM announces end of Chevy Cruze, with no guarantee Lordstown plant will get a new product
‘We’re going to bring everyone with us,’ DelGarbino says
Senior left tackle DelGarbino plays as a two-way lineman who almost never leaves the field
UPDATE | Prosecutors: Manafort lied, violated plea agreement
Prosecutors: Manafort lied, violated plea agreement
Poland Teachers Association narrowly approves a contract
Poland Teachers Association narrowly approves a contract
Suspended judge, her husband arraigned by feds
Accused of taking cash from elderly woman; husband arraigned on tax charge
Mexico to up border security after migrants try to cross
Mexico to up border security after migrants try to cross
State to allow businesses to pay taxes with bitcoin
State to allow businesses to pay taxes with bitcoin
Flood insurance rebuilds homes with public money repeatedly
Flood insurance rebuilds homes with public money repeatedly
Youngstown ADC member Shivers on administrative leave
Youngstown ADC member Shivers on administrative leave
NASA spacecraft lands on red planet after six-month journey
NASA spacecraft lands on red planet after six-month journey
Slick roads, blowing snow delay air, road travel in Midwest
Slick roads, blowing snow delay air, road travel in Midwest
LORDSTOWN CLOSING | Campbell mayor: No more GM products!
LORDSTOWN CLOSING | State Dems boss decries Cruze's demise
Alec Baldwin's lawyer: Video will clear him in parking clash
Alec Baldwin's lawyer: Video will clear him in parking clash
Man arrested for guns was out on bond on different gun case
Man arrested for guns was out on bond on different gun case
ACC issues 1-half suspensions to 7 players involved in brawl
ACC issues 1-half suspensions to 7 players involved in brawl
President of area chamber of commerce on Vindy radio
President of area chamber of commerce on Vindy radio
Lordstown Live now ..... Chamber CEO Dignan reacts
Tune into Vindy.com now for live Lordstown discussion
Melania Trump unveils White House Christmas decorations
Melania Trump unveils White House Christmas decorations
Dictionary.com chooses 'misinformation' as word of the year
Dictionary.com chooses 'misinformation' as word of the year
Northeast Ohio driver in crash that killed 2 children is held on $2M bond
Northeast Ohio driver in crash that killed 2 children is held on $2M bond
Trial to begin for man charged in white nationalist rally
Trial to begin for man charged in white nationalist rally
Man gets free ride, proves he's real turkey on Thanksgiving
Man gets free ride, proves he's real turkey on Thanksgiving
With child coming, it's off to the suburbs for Harry, Meghan
With child coming, it's off to the suburbs for Harry, Meghan
LORDSTOWN CLOSING | Sadness felt as news hits town
LORDSTOWN CLOSING | UAW 1112 adressing plan closure
Oscar-winning director Bernardo Bertolucci dies at 77
Oscar-winning director Bernardo Bertolucci dies at 77
Gene-edited baby claim by Chinese scientist sparks outrage
Gene-edited baby claim by Chinese scientist sparks outrage
Man shot to death on S. Side; city toll at 22
The shooting took place about 10:30 p.m. at Glenwood and Parkview avenues
Couple thankful for heroics of cop
Warren police officer to be honored for saving man from burning home
Bell-Wick Bowl’s Budd undergoing cancer treatment
Kandy Budd has been the female face of Bell-Wick Bowl for years as its deskperson and barmaid, but recent cancer treatments have taken their toll on her time at the alleys
Spreading awareness about eating disorders
Youngstown State University students spread awareness about eating disorders
Spreading awareness about eating disorders
Youngstown State University students spread awareness about eating disorders
IN THE HUDDLE | How Valley NFL players fared in Week 12
CHICAGO BEARS James Daniels, C, Warren Harding: Started at left guard in the Bears’ 23-16 win
Democrats shun idea of Pelosi floor fight in speaker’s race
Call it the chaos theory for picking the next House speaker.
Santa brings animals to MetroParks Farm to delight of kids
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com CANFIELD Five-year-old Theodore Sapp and his father, Tom,
Man killed in S. Side shooting; city toll at 22
A man was found shot at Glenwood and Parkview avenues Sunday night
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Alpha & Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., 10 a.m. to noon
SPORTS digest
Tickets on sale for state championship GIRARD Tickets for the Girard football team’s state
Denver DE breaks Pittsburgh’s win streak with last-minute interception
For a man who tips the scales at close to 300 pounds, nose tackle Shelby Harris sure gets overlooked a lot
METRO DIGEST| Fires in Howland, Lisbon; search at Trumbull prison
No injuries in fire at home in Howland HOWLAND An electrical problem in the attic is blamed for
Ed Puskas: The sports weekend that was
The Cavaliers, Ohio State, Girard Indians and Browns made for a great weekend.
Rescue Mission benefits from Girard community service garden
Garden provides community service option
RECAPS OF SUNDAY’S OTHER NFL GAMES
Vikings 24, Packers 17 MINNEAPOLIS Kirk Cousins bounced back from his worst game for Minnesota
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Coaching roundup
Southern California Lynn Swann backs Clay Helton LOS ANGELES Clay Helton will remain
HIGH SCHOOLS
OHSAA FOOTBALL STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS All games are at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Lawrence County commissioners, noon, Challenges, 1405 Woodside Ave., Ellwood City,
We must defend the rule of law
Opinion: By Cokie Roberts and Steven V. ROBERTS Andrews McMeel Syndication This should be Job One for
Ohio leaders must focus on productive gun bills
Editorial: Toledo Blade: The Ohio Republican majority in the statehouse returned from the election recess
Meyer: OSU’s focus will be on Big Ten title game
Coach says there will be no talk of College Football Playoff.
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE | Today’s ENTRIES
Post Time: 12:45PM RACE 1 $16,000, 3 yo’s & up, 6F, STR $5,000 1 Anechoic (Rivera) 122 8/5
EU seals Brexit deal as May faces a hard sell at home
After months of hesitation, stop-and-start negotiations and resignations, Britain and the European Union on Sunday finally sealed an agreement governing the U.K.’s departure from the bloc next year.
Mayfield, Browns embarrass Bengals, end 25-game road skid
As the touchdown passes quickly piled up, Baker Mayfield felt like he was back at Oklahoma
US judge to Trump aide: Surrender, go to prison
Associated Press WASHINGTON A federal judge Sunday rejected a last-minute bid by former Trump
STATE NEWS BRIEFS: Ohio deer season opens, woman bites officer, mascot booted
Ohio’s deer-gun season starts today COLUMBUS Ohio’s gun seasons for deer hunting begin this
Today is Monday, Nov. 26, the 330th day of 2018. There are 35 days left in the year.
Today is Monday, Nov. 26, the 330th day of 2018. There are 35 days left in the year. Associated
‘Wreck-It Ralph,’ ‘Creed’ fuel record holiday box office
‘Wreck-It Ralph,’ ‘Creed’ fuel record holiday box office LOS ANGELES Movie sequels are having
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Parents: Parent on other team’s side wore referee uniform, swayed game CHICAGO
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Kristi M. Betz, 39, and Jeffrey Pesa Sr., 48, both of
Tear gas greets migrants at border
Associated Press TIJUANA, Mexico U.S. border agents fired tear gas on hundreds of migrants
NORTHEAST ATHLETIC CONFERENCE BOYS GOLF
NORTHEAST ATHLETIC CONFERENCE BOYS GOLF FIRST TEAM Nick Chirozzi, Bristol Jordan Vaught,
Sunday, November 25 (76 stories)
Patients shocked, burned by device touted to treat pain
Desperate for relief after years of agony, Jim Taft listened intently as his pain management doctor described a medical device that could change his life.
Russia fires on Ukrainian vessels in Black Sea; 2 wounded
Russia fires on Ukrainian vessels in Black Sea; 2 wounded
Over 500 hurt in magnitude 6.3 earthquake in western Iran
Over 500 hurt in magnitude 6.3 earthquake in western Iran
Funeral service set for family found dead at burning mansion
Funeral service set for family found dead at burning mansion
Mayfield has 4 TDs, Browns rout Bengals 35-20 for road win
Mayfield has 4 TDs, Browns rout Bengals 35-20 for road win
Authorities ID 3 killed in Indiana Thanksgiving shooting
Authorities ID 3 killed in Indiana Thanksgiving shooting
AP Top 25: Ohio State up to No. 6 after stomping Michigan
AP Top 25: Ohio State up to No. 6 after stomping Michigan
Migrants clash with border agents; crossing shut down
Migrants march toward US border in show of force
Philadelphia Flyers mascot Gritty surprises wedding party
Philadelphia Flyers mascot Gritty surprises wedding party
State trooper who stopped speeding van helps deliver baby
State trooper who stopped speeding van helps deliver baby
Queen of Soul's Detroit mansion sells for $300,000
Queen of Soul's Detroit mansion sells for $300,000
'Wreck-It Ralph' and 'Creed' sequels top holiday box office
'Wreck-It Ralph' and 'Creed' sequels top holiday box office
Catastrophic Northern California fire is finally contained
Catastrophic Northern California fire is finally contained
Hundreds of flights canceled as Midwest braces for snowstorm
Hundreds of flights canceled as Midwest braces for snowstorm
Russian warplanes strike rebels after alleged gas attack
Russian warplanes strike rebels after alleged gas attack
Authorities identify 3 killed in Pittsburgh house fire
Authorities identify 3 killed in Pittsburgh house fire
Family wants $15M after man's body used for medical practice
Family wants $15M after man's body used for medical practice
Constitution exhibit to be unveiled at statehouse museum
Constitution exhibit to be unveiled at statehouse museum
Links for all you need on Girard football
Here are the main links for The Vindy's coverage Saturday Girard Indians amazing trek toward the state football title game.
PUSKAS: Buckeyes’ dominance over Wolverines continues
Ohio State caps wacky regular season with a statement win
Confidence keys Indians’ faith
Trust in the offense produces Girard's first trip to the state final.
Campbell first grade teacher raises money to buy students a book each month
Each student gets their own copy of a book every month thanks to donations from the community
Sesame Street Live brings party to Covelli
IF YOU GO What: Sesame Street Live! Let’s Party When: 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Thursday Where:
Facebook releases community standards update
It’s no secret that Facebook has been in image repair mode for the better part of two years.
Source material: the books that inspired classic novels
By HILLEL ITALIE AP National Writer NEW YORK Behind every great book are the books that
Brian Tolnar to speak to Curbstone Coaches
Brian Tolnar to speak to Curbstone Coaches Beaver Township Brian Tolnar, Mill Creek Metroparks
Pre-existing conditions should merit coverage
Opinion: Pre-existing conditions should merit coverage Pre-existing medi- cal conditions and whether
Local schools participate in the International Shared Reading Project
Local school districts participate in the Benjamin Lerhaupt International Shared Reading Project
Valley going all out to keep GM’s complex from closing
Editorial: Despite the dark cloud over General Motors’ assembly complex in Lordstown, the Mahoning Valley is
International Peace Light of Bethlehem coming to area
The peace light will be in Mahoning and Trumbull counties venues in December
GOP leader’s apology is hollow
Opinion: Don’t be swayed by the mea culpa from Columbiana County Republican Party Chairman Dave Johnson for
preps at a glance
preps at a glance FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT SATURDAY’S SCORES Division IV Cin. Wyoming 35, St.
mahoning valley race course
mahoning valley race course SATURDAY’S RESULTS RACE 1 $9,500 - 3 yo’s & up, 1M, MCL $5,000 1
Runners to your marks … Upcoming races & walks
DECEMBER 12 — Sixth annual Twas the Night Before 5K & 1-mile walk at Firestone Park, 347 East Park
Crash into bus injures about 20 Ohio State medical employees
Crash into bus injures about 20 Ohio State medical employees COLUMBUS Ohio State University
Prosecutor: Cause of drug exposure at Ohio prison unclear
Investigators haven’t been able to determine how an inmate and 23 staff members at a southern Ohio prison were exposed to and sickened by a mix of heroin and the potent painkiller fentanyl, the local prosecutor said.
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, 3:30 p.m., township hall, 82 Ohltown Road. Boardman
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are increasingly merging
The physical rush of Black Friday and the armchair browsing of Cyber Monday are increasingly blending into one big holiday shopping event as more customers buy items online and pick them up at brick-and-mortar stores.
Area artisan vendors displayed and sold unique hand-made items
Molnar Farms closes season with its 5th annual Christmas on the Farm
As design element, big books make great gifts
By LEANNE ITALIE Associated Press NEW YORK Whether as a design element or an ode to a passion
Senior menu
Easterseals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books
Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books boardman The Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave.,
PUSKAS: Buckeyes’ dominance over Wolverines continues
Ohio State caps wacky regular season with a statement win
March 25 trial date set in Niles killing
March 25 trial date set in Niles killing WARREN A March 25 trial date is set for Edward D.
GARDEN CLUBS
upcoming Nature Lovers Garden Club will host a luncheon at 1 p.m. Dec. 6 at TJ’s in the Holiday
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, video:
Limelights and career paths
New appointment Community Corrections Association recently welcomed Sarra M. Mohn, president and
Collectors look for stories, art about legendary creatures
Mermaids and mermen have been “seen” and pictured since the Babylonian era. In past centuries,
Queen of Soul’s Detroit mansion sells for $300K
Queen of Soul’s Detroit mansion sells for $300K DETROIT A historic Detroit mansion owned by late
Today is Sunday, Nov. 25, the 329th day of 2018. There are 36 days left in the year.
Today is Sunday, Nov. 25, the 329th day of 2018. There are 36 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Deer-related crashes spike in Pennsylvania
By Joe Sylvester and Justin Strawser The Daily Item SUNBURY, Pa. If you live in the
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Samantha Hill and Jeremy Moscher, East Palestine, boy,
Baltimore museum’s John Waters exhibit is weird, as expected
By MARY CAROLE MCCAULEY The Baltimore Sun BALTIMORE Only Baltimore bad boy John Waters would
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Docket Sam Lamancusa v. Edward S. Price Jr. et al, foreclosure. MYCU
CORRECTION
CORRECTION The date of birth for Helen Trimboli was incorrect in an item to mark her 100th
Great Wolf Lodge opens Build-A-Bear Workshop
Great Wolf Lodge opens Build-A-Bear Workshop CHICAGO Just in time for the holidays, new
Blood Drives IN the valley
Blood Drives IN the valley today Das Dutch Village Inn, 150 state Route 14, Columbiana, 10 a.m.
13,000 deer harvested opening day
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources cites
SENIOR CITIZENS
Dollar Bank Retirees will meet at noon Dec. 5 at the Holiday Inn in Boardman for the annual
Smart ways to rein in holiday spending
By LIZ WESTON NerdWallet The holidays are a huge deal in the Weston household – and every year,
Sen. Kamala Harris plans picture book edition of memoir
Sen. Kamala Harris plans picture book edition of memoir NEW YORK Sen. Kamala Harris, whose
By TERRY DeMIO
By TERRY DeMIO The Cincinnati Enquirer CINCINNATI They face the rocks, away from the water,
Pocket money apps aim to help kids in cashless world
Pocket money apps aim to help kids in ... By KELVIN CHAN AP Business Writer LONDON For kids
Boom Boom Bourbon
Boom Boom Bourbon YOUNGSTOWN Ringside Whiskey announced it has released Boom Boom Bourbon Round
Ohio logs more than 900 cases of hepatitis A, one death
Associated Press SPRINGFIELD Ohio has logged more than 900 cases of hepatitis A this year amid
Santa to meet, greet special-needs kids
Staff report NILES The Eastwood Mall will host Caring Santa, a holiday photo shoot for children
Saturday, November 24 (71 stories)
Girard's Indians win 53-48, on to the state finals
The Indians’ 53-48 win Saturday night over Licking Valley sends them to the state finals next Saturday night in Canton
Girard Playoffs Live | Indians win 53-48 to reach state finals
Live Girard updates from tonight's Division IV state semifinal
Molnar Farms closes season with 5th annual Christmas on the Farm
Molnar Farms closes season with its 5th annual Christmas on the Farm
Annual Olde Fashioned Christmas at the Mill continues Sunday
Traditional, old-fashioned holiday celebration features 15 local and regional vendors, crafters and artisans
Youngstown woman who lost child opens support organization
Youngstown woman who lost child opens support organization for others dealing with grief
Ohio logs 900 cases of hepatitis A amid multistate outbreak
Ohio logs 900 cases of hepatitis A amid multistate outbreak
No. 10 Ohio State blows out No. 4 Michigan
Buckeye blitz: No. 10 Ohio State blows out No. 4 Michigan
90 confirmed cases of AFM across 27 states so far in 2018
Has symptoms similar to polio and West Nile Virus
Buckeyes win 'The Game,' 7th straight over rival Michigan
Buckeyes win 'The Game', 7th straight over rival Michigan
Newcomers, Messina ignite Phantoms win
Two of the newest Youngstown Phantoms played a key role in their fifth November win.
Man arrested after chase, crash in Goshen Township
Police said Jeremy Johnson was driving an SUV reported stolen.
Solar-panel training brightens job prospects for Ohio inmates
Columbus Dispatch MANSFIELD When Marc Lockett entered prison, he was 18 years old. It was
Two males arrested after fight in Niles Municipal Court
Two males arrested after fight in Niles Municipal Court
Matthew Rossi scores 36 on ACT
Matthew Rossi, 17, of Poland has achieved a perfect score of a 36 on his ACT
Mumford & Sons found perfect producer for new album
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Ever been on a blind date with a rock star? How
Wash your hands correctly
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons When I was a tyke, I always freaked out over the possible presence
Cyber change
Online shoppers to see more sites charging sales tax Associated Press WASHINGTON Shoppers
Support local businesses Monday
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords “Cyber Monday” is coming up – get out there and buy stuff! You
Residents must commit to cut city’s high homicide rate
Editorial: The wide swath of nine homicides in the narrow span of six weeks in Youngstown painfully reinforces
Holiday donations sought for veterans
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Veterans Service Commission wants to provide gifts
Good and faithful servant of God
Opinion: Google “Great American Political Cartoonists” and you will undoubtedly find the late Herbert Block
Man run over by car after custody dispute
Man run over by car after custody dispute YOUNGSTOWN A 20-year-old man was run over Wednesday
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 24
Today is Saturday, Nov. 24, the 328th day of 2018. There are 37 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
RUSSIA INVESTIGATION Associate of Stone’s seeks plea deal from Mueller
Associated Press JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. A conservative writer and associate of President Donald
Clarkson, Cavs hand 76ers first home loss
Jordan Clarkson scored 14 of his 19 points in the fourth quarter to snap Philadelphia’s 20-game home win streak.
preps at a glance
preps at a glance GIRLS BASKEBALL Howland 75, Madison 45 HOWLAND Kayla Clark put up a double
Ouellette, White lead Ohio past Akron
Ouellette, White lead Ohio past Akron ATHENS A.J. Ouellette ran for 169 yards and two touchdowns
Fishing provides reasons to smile
The season of Thanksgiving is for families to feast, shoppers to shop, football fans to cheer and
European workers protest against Amazon
Associated Press MADRID Some of Amazon’s workers in Europe are protesting against what they call
Muskrats, mink keys to marsh management
Sometimes wildlife seems as curious about people as we are about them. I’ve often spotted deer
White House deputy chief receiving millions from Fox
White House deputy chief receiving millions from Fox WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. White House Deputy
S&P 500 index slides into correction
Associated Press U.S. stocks closed lower after a shortened session Friday, bumping the benchmark
Flambeau’s honored
Flambeau’s honored YOUNGSTOWN Flambeau’s Live, a restaurant and entertainment venue in the
Gas pipeline built; some restoration work remains
Gas pipeline built; some restoration work remains AKRON (AP) A new high-pressure, natural-gas
Indoor archery league
Indoor archery league Hubbard Hubbard Conservation Club, 1760 Wick Campbell Road, will have a
sunday news shows
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Sens. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., and
mahoning valley race course
mahoning valley race course FRIDAY’S RESULTS RACE 1 $16,900 - 3 yo’s & up, 6F, CLM $7,500 1
Haskins familiar with big moment
QB led OSU past Michigan last year Associated Press COLUMBUS Even if Dwayne Haskins Jr. never
Report warns of more US disasters
Associated Press WASHINGTON As California’s catastrophic wildfires recede and people rebuild
Samsung apologizes over deaths, sicknesses
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea Samsung Electronics apologized Friday for illnesses and
Browns looking to stop 25-game road skid
Players are confident those woes will end with the Bengals.
Penguins fall to Bruins in overtime
Joakim Nordstrom scored 1:57 into overtime as the Penguins fail to win second straight.
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO TODAY 7:55 a.m. (ESPN2) Auto racing: Formula One Abu Dhabi Grand Prix qualifying. 8
Ex-Flying J president to remain on house arrest
Associated Press KNOXVILLE, Tenn. A former president of the largest U.S. fuel retailer will
Salt stress: Road-salt prices higher as winter looms
Budget-busting road-salt prices are leaving municipal officials in the Snow Belt hoping for a mild winter.
Menace from the sky: Black vultures attacking calves
Farmers and ranchers in parts of the Midwest are fending off a new menace: the federally protected black vultures, which swoop down and peck newborn calves and other small animals to death.
Contributed photo
Contributed photo Sgt. James Prommersberger of Austintown is shown here during his service as a
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman HOSPITAL Angela Simmons and Andre Dykes, Youngstown, girl, Nov.
Police: Highway shooting killed 3-year-old, wasn’t random
Police say a 3-year-old boy riding in a car was fatally shot on an Ohio highway when someone in another vehicle pulled up and opened fire on Thanksgiving night.
HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY | Helen Trimboli
HONOREE Residence: North Jackson Date of birth: Dec. 5, 2018 FAMILY Parents: Dominic and
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Police: Mom drove with son on car hood over dentist dispute BETHLEHEM, Pa. A
Holiday services
Holiday services The Vindicator will publish a listing of area services open to the public in
NHTSA probes brakes on GM vehicles
Associated Press The U.S. government is investigating more than 100 complaints of poor brake
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Veterans of the Valley luncheon scheduled
Veterans of the Valley luncheon scheduled YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County Veterans Outreach will host
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Steam Whistle Blow Day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: The whistles that once
record reviews
Diana Ross Album: “Wonderful Christmas Time” Grade: B Are you in the mood for jolly, sing-
Vietnam veteran Paul Schultz of New York, left, and Austintown Fitch High School teacher Kristen
Vietnam veteran Paul Schultz of New York, left, and Austintown Fitch High School teacher Kristen
HAPPY 95th BIRTHDAY Carmel L. (Constantino) Billock
HONOREE Residence: Struthers Date of birth: Nov. 25, 1923 FAMILY Parents: Frank and
Adults want cozy, kids want gross: 4 holiday trends to watch
Cozy sweaters and soft pajamas are in for adults. Kids, meanwhile, are asking for board games featuring fake poop and pimples.
Friday, November 23 (99 stories)
Impeach Trump? House Democrats saying not so fast
Whatever happened to trying to impeach President Donald Trump?
Mickelson wins match against Woods with birdie on 22nd hole
Mickelson wins match against Woods with birdie on 22nd hole
Teen dead in Thanksgiving Day shooting near Dallas school
Teen dead in Thanksgiving Day shooting near Dallas school
Warriors star Steph Curry not injured after multicar wreck
Warriors star Steph Curry not injured after multicar wreck
Tijuana declares 'humanitarian crisis,' seeks help from UN
Tijuana declares 'humanitarian crisis,' seeks help from UN
Ruling in genital mutilation case shocks women's advocates
Ruling in genital mutilation case shocks women's advocates
Government climate report warns of worsening US disasters
Government climate report warns of worsening US disasters
Liberty students enjoy new robotics and drones courses
Liberty students learn how to program drones and robots
Ordinance seeks to limit the concentration of group home facilities
Proposed ordinance seeks to limit the concentration of group home facilities
Footlocker holds Vietnam War memories
Marines Sgt. James Prommersberger was 21 years old when he died in the Vietnam War — just 10 days from his return trip to Austintown
Last year’s Buckeyes hero goes at it again against Michigan
Ohio State enters the game in an unfamiliar position — underdog
Man arrested after chase, crash in Goshen Township
Man arrested after chase, crash in Goshen Township
GM under investigation for faulty brake vacuum pumps
GM under investigation for faulty brake vacuum pumps
US man wrote 'God sheltered me' before trip turned deadly
US man wrote 'God sheltered me' before trip turned deadly
With NEXUS gas pipeline built in northern Ohio, some restoration work remains
With NEXUS gas pipeline built in northern Ohio, some restoration work remains
Scathing report on Cuyahoga County jail in Cleveland spurs vow of change
Scathing report on Cuyahoga County jail in Cleveland spurs vow of change
Toledo police: Highway shooting killed 3-year-old, wasn’t random
Toledo police: Highway shooting killed 3-year-old, wasn’t random
Scathing report on Cleveland county jail spurs vow of change
Scathing report on Cleveland county jail spurs vow of change
Associate of Roger Stone in plea talks with Mueller
Associate of Roger Stone in plea talks with Mueller
Impeach the president? House Democrats saying not so fast
Impeach the president? House Democrats saying not so fast
Girard football teams gets community send-off for semifinal
Girard football team gets community send-off for semifinal
Black Friday shoppers ditch their computers, flock to stores
Black Friday shoppers ditch their computers, flock to stores
1 person dead, 2 others hurt after Alabama mall shooting
1 person dead, 2 others hurt after Alabama mall shooting
Japan Emperor performs last harvest ritual before abdication
Japan Emperor performs last harvest ritual before abdication
After referendum, North Carolina GOP tries voter ID again
After referendum, North Carolina GOP tries voter ID again
YPD finds man bloodied, home ransacked on Thanksgiving
YPD finds man bloodied, home ransacked on Thanksgiving
Oil price nosedives again on economic growth concerns
Oil price nosedives again on economic growth concerns
Georgia rapper Jeezy helps family whose home burned down
Georgia rapper Jeezy helps family whose home burned down
95-year-old alleged SS camp guard faces charges in Germany
95-year-old alleged SS camp guard faces charges in Germany
Afghan official says death toll in mosque blast climbs to 27
Afghan official says death toll in mosque blast climbs to 27
Michigan’s Harbaugh still chasing first win over OSU
Jim Harbaugh is 0-3 against rival Ohio State as coach of the Wolverines heading into Saturday’s latest installment of the Big Ten’s biggest rivalry
Rookie tackle Okorafor ready to fill in for Steelers
Mike Munchak revels in projects such as Chukwuma Okorafor.
Toddler killed; 11 hurt in fire at Amish home
Cleveland Plain Dealer MIDDLEFIELD TOWNSHIP A 2-year-old girl died after being pulled from a
Youngstown State University students recently met Elie Tahari
Youngstown State University fashion merchandising students recently met Elie Tahari, who started the Tahari clothing company
O’Neill wins decision in his return to ring
Vinnie O’Neill (3-3-1, 2 KO’s) scored a six-round unanimous decision over James Lester (12-16-1, 4 KO’s).
Sharon shopping
Sharon shopping SHARON, PA. The city of Sharon announced a Small Business Saturday Holiday
Black country singers have a historic week
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Jimmie Allen has made history as the first black
Journeyman Daniel leads Bears over Lions
Chase Daniel outplayed Matthew Stafford, proving an NFL journeyman can beat one of the highest-paid players in the league.
Shoppers all around the Valley scored good deals on Black Friday
Best Buy offered huge doorbusters for Black Friday
METRO DIGEST | Crash in Niles, Lordstown pantry opens
2 injured in Niles crash NILES Two people were sent to the hospital after an accident at U.S.
High school students honor veterans
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Austintown Fitch High School will celebrate veterans and
Poland Community Briefs
Newcomers of Mahoning Valley to have luncheon Newcomers of Mahoning Valley is having its November
Boardman Community Briefs
All Aboard! The Riverside Railroad Club will have a two-day model train display open to the public
Students visit Blackburn residents on Halloween
Residents of The Blackburn Home welcomed students from The Montessori School of the Mahoning Valley
CHC second-graders host grandparents
C.H. Campbell Elementary School second-grade students welcomed a group of extremely special visitors to their school Nov. 14.
Mom and son date night at Boardman Park
The Boardman Park hosted a Mom and Son Date Knight on Nov. 8.
Boardman wins Grant for STEAM project
Boardman’s STEAM idea for a cross cultural project has earned a $5,000 Turning Foundation Grant.
AIS introduces cup stacking to school
Austintown Intermediate School is bringing cup stacking to students.
West Boulevard Elementary School Honor Roll - First Grading Period
Third Grade High Honor Roll Isabella Tarr-Majirsky Jack Goodyear Hunter Owens Annabelle
Spanish Club hosts first ever trunk or treat
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Spanish club at Poland Seminary High School recently
Boardman Center Intermediate School Honor Roll - First Grading Period
Fifth Grade High Honor Roll Nathan Adams Lilly Andrei Angelo Angelilli Lillian Askar
Participants paint spooky Halloween scenes
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Austintown library hosted a paint along Halloween themed
Klingensmith to play lacrosse at Walsh
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield High School senior lacrosse player Brennen
New fish voted in by Poland students
To celebrate voting week, starting Nov. 5 students at Poland Union exercised their civic duty voting for a new fish for the school’s aquarium.
Boardman Glenwood Junior High School Honor Roll - First Grading Period
Seventh Grade Honor Roll Huston, Callaghan Jenkins, Mikayla Jenkins, Mikenze Kelso,
Canfield Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants winter sports news Winter athletics will soon arrive and Neighbors wants to be
Stein will continue wrestling career at OSU
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield High School senior wrestler Tyler Stein formally
Student donates costumes to help others in need
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com A student at Austintown Intermediate School collected
GOP leaders regret Clinton blitz as Democrats talk impeachmentSFlb
Opinion: By Byron York Andrews McMeel Syndication If Democrats are trying to reassure anyone that they
Schools demonstrate grant usage
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Boardman Local School’s Fund for Educational
Just say no to paper receipts
Opinion: By Ayate Temsamani OtherWords As we dive into our annual shopping, there’s one little thing
Trump gives Saudi royals a huge Thanksgiving gift
Editorial: President Donald J. Trump must not have the last word on the possible involvement of Saudi Arabian
Brees, defense keys in Saints’ 10th straight win
Drew Brees threw four touchdown passes to inexperienced receivers.
Fire evacuees do their best on a sad holiday
Associated Press CHICO, Calif. Patty Rough lost her Paradise home and most of her belongings in
Reds closer Iglesias agrees to 3-year deal
Reds closer Iglesias agrees to 3-year deal CINCINNATI Reds closer Raisel Iglesias agreed
A holiday miracle? Stores try to cut down on long lines
Associated Press NEW YORK Retailers will once again offer big deals and early hours to lure
Authorities: Man killed his newborn after teen gave birth
Authorities: Man killed his newborn after teen gave birth ELLWOOD CITY, Pa. Authorities say a
Win pulls Cowboys into first-place tie
Ezekiel Elliott made the $21 donation after his touchdown. Amari Cooper took the freebie following the first of his two scores.
Court listings for Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana counties
COURTs Mahoning County Docket Tyler Burkey v. St. Elizabeth Health Center et al, order of
Despite cold, balloons fly at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade
Associated Press NEW YORK Frigid weather and blustery winds didn’t chill the enthusiasm at the
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 23
Today is Friday, Nov. 23, the 327th day of 2018. There are 38 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Joy of Christmas Light Show, 6-9 p.m.: Drive through Firestone
Rising sea levels threaten many historic lighthouses
Associated Press MAURICE RIVER TOWNSHIP, N.J. Rising seas and erosion are threatening
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Brownlee Woods Neighborhood Association will host its monthly meeting Thursday at
Club to host auction
Club to host auction EAST PALESTINE The East Palestine Rotary Club will host its 22nd annual
Austintown Community Briefs
Newcomers of Mahoning Valley to have luncheon Newcomers of Mahoning Valley is having its November
Barko to unveil drawing at Lanterman’s Mill event
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Bob Barko Jr. will unveil “Lanterman’s Mill,” his latest stylized
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Tiny Rhode Island polling place saw 1 voter after all PROVIDENCE, R.I. A polling
Comey resists closed-door hearing
Associated Press WASHINGTON ( Former FBI chief James Comey said Thursday he will resist a
notices
notices baseball Youngstown Class B team — is seeking an 18-U manager for the 2019 season. Those
8-year-old girl, mom who was stabbed, found dead in fire
Associated Press MAYFIELD HEIGHTS Authorities say a woman was stabbed before a fire that killed
Poland Seminary High School Honor Roll - First Grading Period
Ninth Grade High Honor Roll Tyler Antil Chance Ayres Andrew Biggs Ryan Boano Wyatt
On the Mark: Waid leads Girard into state semifinal
Girard will meet Newark Licking Valley on Saturday night.
Sandra Armes, Frankie Molnar plan wedding
Sandra L. Armes of Austintown and Frankie J. Molnar of Youngstown are announcing their engagement.
The Molaskeys honored for anniversary
POLAND Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Molaskey of Poland recently were honored for their 50th wedding
Library hosts first Halloween party
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Michael Kusalaba library hosted its first Halloween
Gruber-Perry wedding set for early December
Lowellville John Paul and Rita Gruber and Lisa Perry, all of Lowellville, are announcing the
The Berchiks’ children host surprise party
AUSTINTOWN John and Marilyn Berchik of Austintown were honored recently with a surprise party at
Canfield Community Briefs
International Peace Light comes to Mahoning Valley The International Peace Light will arrive in
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Cooperative programs help lessen homelessness among veterans
Associated Press TOLEDO More than a decade of bad decisions, toxic relationships and sleeping
Trump rails against courts, migrants, trade in Thanksgiving call to troops
Associated Press PALM BEACH, Fla. President Donald Trump used a Thanksgiving Day call to
Zoo ups commitment to Tasmanian devil conservation
The (Toledo) Blade TOLEDO The Toledo Zoo increased its commitment to a conservation program for
Thursday, November 22 (76 stories)
On the Mark: Waid leads Girard into state semifinal
Girard will meet Newark Licking Valley on Saturday night.
Gary Hart biopic looks at key moment
‘The Front Runner’ looks at when infidelity became political fodder
Despite wind, balloons fly at Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade
Despite wind, balloons fly at Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade
Nissan board fires Ghosn as chairman following arrest
Nissan board fires Ghosn as chairman following arrest
Leaning Tower of Pisa continues long path towards vertical
Leaning Tower of Pisa continues long path towards vertical
19-year-old Yorkshire Terrier retires from 'The Nutcracker'
19-year-old Yorkshire Terrier retires from 'The Nutcracker'
Man charged in killing, sexual assaults at religious store
Man charged in killing, sexual assaults at religious store
Ohio boy, 11, accused in 2nd high-speed police chase
Boy, 11, accused in 2nd high-speed police chase
Zoo increases commitment to Tasmanian devil conservation
Zoo increases commitment to Tasmanian devil conservation
Vindy Poll | How much do you plan to spend for holiday gifts this year?
How much do you plan to spend for holiday gifts this year?
Indian island police struggle to get body of American
Indian island police struggle to get body of American
Trump demands judicial 'common sense,' shrugs off Roberts
Trump demands judicial 'common sense,' shrugs off Roberts
Rampaging Rams rolling into bye week
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Just like everybody fortunate enough to be at the Coliseum on
Bears quarterback Trubisky doubtful against Lions
Associated Press DETROIT The Detroit Lions and Chicago Bears will meet for the second time in 12
Canfield tightens vacant-property laws
City Manager Wade Calhoun said city officials have encountered issues with people residing on vacant properties or hawking wares on them
Youngstown Council approves $4M loan from HUD for amphitheater construction
The legislation repealed and replaced similar legislation passed on Oct. 3
Saints seek to ground Falcons
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS The latest chance for Saints fans to show Drew Brees their
Vint family reflects on the past year without James Vint
Thanksgiving marks one year without James Vint
Coaching doesn’t seem fun for Meyer
Season became a challenge even before first game Associated Press COLUMBUS Urban Meyer
Children Services provided advance screening of Mark Walhlberg movie about adoption
Children Services provided advance screening of Mark Walhlberg movie about adoption
Canfield schools expect to spend $3.8M more a year by 2023
Administrators noted the “combined cost of school choice ... has continued to rise significantly each year.”
Fred Astaire dancers from Warren studio in televised parade
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com WARREN Two instructors at the Fred Astaire Dance Studio in
Viola Davis gives commanding turn in ‘Widows’
‘Widows’ Grade: 3 stars (out of 4) Rating: R for violence, language throughout, and some sexual
COLT COMES HOME
Redskins QB to make first start in 4 years Associated Press ARLINGTON, Texas Colt McCoy
Farm country is at risk
Opinion: By Sue Dinsdale OtherWords Agriculture is one of the largest industries in Iowa. When
Blessings and challenges abound on Thanksgiving in the nation and Valley
Editorial: As American citizens, as residents of the Mahoning Valley and as members of proud families,
Ample servings of amusement for today’s Thanksgiving feast
Opinion: WASHINGTON Never one to use a scalpel when there is a machete at hand, the president denounced the
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Black Friday: Shop it or skip it?
By COURTNEY JESPERSEN NerdWallet A solid 70 percent of Americans plan to shop on Black Friday
Los Angeles prosecutor declines felony case against Avenatti
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The Los Angeles district attorney declined to prosecute attorney
Court ruling could help clients restore disability benefits
Court ruling could help clients restore disability benefits FRANKFORT, Ky. A federal judge says
Roberts, Trump clash in public dispute
Chief justice rebukes president for ‘Obama judge’ comment Associated Press WASHINGTON
Stocks edge higher after two days of losses
Associated Press NEW YORK Stocks in the U.S. finished mostly higher Wednesday, a break after
Trump team turns over written answers to Mueller’s questions
Associated Press WASHINGTON The date had been picked, the location too, and the plan was
METRO DIGEST || Coat, hat, mitten drive for kids through Dec. 6
2 face drug charges YOUNGSTOWN Two women were arrested Tuesday after members of the vice squad
Warren teacher gets to 18 months in prison for sex with student
Warren teacher gets to 18 months in prison for sex with student
Money is the best way to donate to victims of disasters.
Money is the best way to donate to victims of disasters.
Trumbull commissioners hire lawyer for sewer dispute with Warren
Trumbull commissioners hire lawyer for sewer dispute with Warren
Man caught with drugs
Man caught with drugs AUSTINTOWn Police said they caught a township man with a small bag of
Court: Reds are exempt from tax on promotional bobbleheads
Associated Press CINCINNATI Quoting the Cincinnati Reds’ longtime play-by-play announcer, the
Project update
Project update YOUNGSTOWN The Western Reserve Port Authority board at its monthly meeting
Man accused of home-invasion burglary in Warren held without bond
Man accused of home-invasion burglary in Warren held without bond
Fair weather and falling gas prices help Thanksgiving travelers
Associated Press Mild weather and falling gasoline prices are helping Thanksgiving travelers get
After synagogue shooting, fresh thoughts on giving thanks
Associated Press PITTSBURGH David Feldstein knew seven of the 11 people killed in the synagogue.
Retailers aim to gain business from defunct, dying rivals
Associated Press NEW YORK Toys R Us and Bon-Ton may be gone but they haven’t been forgotten.
Quick change
Parity making NHL teams more willing to fire coaches early Associated Press Peter Chiarelli
Real measure of Tiger vs. Phil is how many people watch
The winner between Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson might be the least relevant aspect of their Friday
DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR
DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR Jason Mauldin uses a chain saw to cut up a section of the broken
Suspects in slayings of family of 8 to be in court
Four people charged in the slayings of eight people in rural Ohio in 2016 are set for court hearings on aggravated-murder charges and other counts.
Feeding the birds you want to see
Feeding the birds you want to see Join the Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania from 4 to 5
The Mad Moon
The Mad Moon When: Friday, 7 to 8:30 p.m. What: Walk off some of those Thanksgiving calories and
Now’s the time to winterize your garden tools
By LuAnn Haddad OSU Ext. master gardener CANFIELD It is hard to say goodbye to the garden. So
BirdFish Brewing Co., 16 S. Main St., Columbiana
BirdFish Brewing Co., 16 S. Main St., Columbiana Fri: Moths in the Attic, 7 p.m. Sat: Labra
Trump says he plans to make his first visit to a war zone
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump frequently credits himself with accomplishing
thanksgiving | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
How to repel fruit flies
Q. I have fruit flies in my kitchen. Everything is covered or in the refrigerator. What can I do to
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 22
Today is Thursday, Nov. 22, the 326th day of 2018. There are 39 days left in the year. associated
DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR
DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR A section of broken city Christmas tree is being guided into a
THURSDAY
THURSDAY Special Events Joy of Christmas Light Show, 6 to 9 p.m., Firestone Park, 347 E. Park
DBs out for socializing with MSU cheerleaders
DBs out for socializing with MSU cheerleaders FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. Arkansas defensive backs Ryan
Top 4 teams unchanged for 3rd week
Associated Press Alabama, Clemson, Notre Dame and Michigan were at the top of the College Football
Preps at a glance
Preps at a glance OHSAA Football State Semifinal Pairings Home team listed first. Pairings
‘We need hundreds’: Fire victims’ families urged to give DNA
Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. Authorities are using a powerful tool in their effort to
“Mary Poppins Returns: BEHIND THE MAGIC” (8 P.M., ABC): a special edition of
“Mary Poppins Returns: BEHIND THE MAGIC” (8 P.M., ABC): a special edition of “20/20” gives viewers
Police want to shut down bar
Man shot in back outside of the J&L Lounge on Highland Avenue in Warren Township
Creating holiday containers
Creating holiday containers Join OSU Extension from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday to learn how to turn
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Keilicha Figueroa, Youngstown, girl, Nov. 20. Tommy and
Wednesday, November 21 (89 stories)
Ed Puskas: Many thanks in the Valley
Does anyone really give thanks on Thanksgiving or do we just stuff our faces, watch football and argue about politics as we pass the food around the table?
Going along as planned
Even with schedule and venue changes, Girard football keeps rolling through the playoffs.
Girard football keeps rolling through the playoffs
Even with schedule and venue changes, Girard football keeps rolling through the playoffs
Youngstown Council authorizes 4 million loan agreement to fund amphitheater
Youngstown Council authorizes 4 million loan agreement to fund amphitheater
AP: Obama's book sells 1.4 million copies in a week
AP: Obama's book sells 1.4 million copies in a week
Honda recalls minivans because doors can open unexpectedly
Honda recalls minivans because doors can open unexpectedly
Pursue your interest to help your community
Classes take place at the OSU Extension Office in Canfield
Vint family reflects on the past year without James Vint
Thanksgiving marks one year without James Vint
Don’t eat romaine lettuce, officials warn
Customers aren’t panicked about the romaine lettuce E. coli outbreak
Isolated tribesmen kill American on remote Indian island
Isolated tribesmen kill American on remote Indian island
Oregon man pleads guilty in attempt to pay ICE agent to deport wife
Oregon man pleads guilty in attempt to pay ICE agent to deport wife
Light rain falling in N California could hurt search effort
Light rain falling in N California could hurt search effort
Court: Cincinnati Reds exempt from tax on promotional bobbleheads
Court: Cincinnati Reds exempt from tax on promotional bobbleheads
Sheriff: Former Ohio corrections officer charged with bribery
Sheriff: Former Ohio corrections officer charged with bribery
Video of Pa. woman stabbed, driven over is shown in court
Video of Pa. woman stabbed, driven over is shown in court
Brother jailed over blaze possibly linked to mansion deaths
Brother jailed over blaze possibly linked to mansion deaths
Two nabbed on North Side for suspected drug activity
Two nabbed on North Side for suspected drug activity
Children end effort to contest Glen Campbell's wills
Children end effort to contest Glen Campbell's wills
Captain retires, sergeant suspended over Parkland massacre
Captain retires, sergeant suspended over Parkland massacre
Child bride auction in South Sudan goes viral, sparks anger
Child bride auction in South Sudan goes viral, sparks anger
Aid group: 85,000 children may have died of hunger in Yemen
Aid group: 85,000 children may have died of hunger in Yemen
Woman charged with murder in fatal drive-by shooting in Cleveland
Woman charged with murder in fatal drive-by shooting in Cleveland
2nd woman freed after arrest related to Ohio family massacre
2nd woman freed after arrest related to Ohio family massacre
Trump thanks Saudis after defying calls to punish prince
Trump thanks Saudis after defying calls to punish prince
Hue again in Cincinnati?
While the Browns relaxed during the bye week, their fired former coach went back to work.
Medical marijuana dispensary given go-ahead to build next to Boardman distillery, pending city council approval
Despite the fact that the distillery is in Boardman, city ordinances still required the dispensary to seek special permission to open in its proposed location
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Buckeyes defeat scrappy Samford
Four Ohio State starters were benched for being tardy Associated Press COLUMBUS Kaleb Wesson
Traffic congestion and gas prices for the holiday
AAA projects 54.3 million Americans journeying 50 miles or more away from home this Thanksgiving
Fitch’s Hunter commits to West Point
Sabria Hunter had more than a dozen Division I scholarship offers.
For 12 rapes of woman and her daughter, kidnapping and assault, man get 35 years in prison
For 12 rapes of woman and her daughter, kidnapping and assault, man get 35 years in prison
Man gets more than nine years in drug trafficking case
Supplied drugs to be sold in Youngstown and Farrell
‘Ralph’ is clever, charming sequel
‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’ Grade: 21/2 stars (out of 4) Rating: PG for some action and rude
Kent State women halt YSU’s winning streak
The Penguins shot just 17.2 percent (11 of 64) from the floor.
‘Creed II’ more than goes the distance
‘Creed II’ Grade: 31/2 stars (out of 4) Rating: PG-13 for sports action violence, language and a
Speaker Pelosi, for now
Editorial: Akron Beacon Journal: U.S. Rep. Marcia Fudge reported that her Friday meeting with Nancy Pelosi was
Pittsburgh won’t be Seattle
Editorial: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Amazon has picked New York and Virginia for its new HQ2 over Pittsburgh
Deadly wildfires fueled by growth
Opinion: By Joe Guzzardi Cagle Cartoons For California natives like me, the wildfires are a real gut
Republicans must win elections by insuperable margins to stop Democrats from stealing them
Opinion: By Ann Coulter Andrews McMeel Syndication Election recounts would be more plausible if Democrats
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., 32.68‚àí0.81 Aqua America, .20
Recalls shouldn’t ruin holiday dinner
Associated Press NEW YORK There’s no reason to skip Thanksgiving dinner because of a salmonella
Trumbull investigators honored for work on nine homicide cases
Trumbull investigators honored for work on nine homicide cases
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Dancing With the Stars’ no longer hopping for ABC NEW YORK The dance floor is
Greg Cooper returns home after liver transplant
Greg Cooper has plenty to be thankful for — and plenty of people to thank — this Thanksgiving.
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and Canfield
A summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and the city of Canfield:
Trump: Senator’s ‘hanging’ remark was said in jest
Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. President Donald Trump is defending a Republican U.S. senator
YSU announces Yakubovic scholarship
YSU announces Yakubovic scholarship Youngstown Youngstown State announced the David and Cynthia
$20M hardship fund aims to help former Toys R Us employees
Associated Press NEW YORk Two private equity owners of the iconic Toys R Us toy chain have set
Report: Trump wanted to prosecute Comey, Clinton
President lacks that authority, counsel advised Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald
New rules for Ky. Medicaid re-approved
Associated Press FRANKFORT, Ky. The Trump administration has again approved new rules for some
Mineral Ridge hires Shaner as head football coach
Brian Shaner has been a head at Rayen, East and Niles.
Trump gives answers to Mueller
Trump gives answers to Mueller WASHINGTON President Donald Trump has provided the special
Second Harvest Food Bank rated fourth out of 200 Feeding America food banks
The local food bank spends 97 percent of its resources on programs and services
high schools
high schools OHSAA FOOTBALL STATE SEMIFINAL PAIRINGS Home team listed first. Pairings include AP
Court blocks ban; migrants weigh options
Associated Press HOUSTON A judge has ordered the U.S. government not to enforce a ban on asylum
Trump: No penalty for Saudi Arabia in Khashoggi murder
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump declared Tuesday he would not further punish
Grand opening
Grand opening YOUNGSTOWN Steelite International Corporate Showroom & Experience Center, 201 E.
Officials warn: Don’t eat romaine lettuce
Associated Press NEW YORK Health officials in the U.S. and Canada told people Tuesday to stop
City’s tree chosen
City’s tree chosen YOUNGSTOWN The city’s 2018 Christmas tree has been chosen. The blue spruce is
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
Hearings set on proposed $5 license plate fee
The county engineer said the fee increase could generate up to $1.5 million for road and bridge repairs.
mahoning county Commissioners to finalize 2019 budget
County departments requested a combined about 3.6 percent or $2.4 million more for 2019 than they received this year, and about $2.8 million more than is the county expects to have.
Ivanka Trump’s private email in White House to be probed by Congress
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans and Democrats on Capitol Hill will be scrutinizing
Market sinks back into red for year
Associated Press NEW YORK Stocks dropped again Tuesday as losses mounted for the world’s largest
Gaza: relentless protests, steady casualties
Associated Press MALAKA, Gaza Strip Atalla Fayoumi hobbles on crutches across the flat,
Unhappy Smith, Cavs have opted to part ways
J.R. Smith’s bumpy-but-never-boring stay with the Cleveland Cavaliers is over.
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 21
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 21, the 325th day of 2018. There are 40 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
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A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Missing zoo meerkat case solved with 3 charged SYDNEY It wasn’t grand theft. It
The top-selling fiction novel audiobooks on Audible.com for the most-recent one-week sales period:
The top-selling fiction novel audiobooks on Audible.com for the most-recent one-week sales period:
Light bites for healthier holiday snacking
Family Features For those who are always on the go leading up to the holidays, the season can feel
Christmas on the Farm planned
Christmas on the Farm planned POLAND Christmas on the Farm, a craft and gift market, will take
Ohio AG files suit against Energy Wise Home Improvements
More than 180 complaints have been filed against the company from customers in Northeast Ohio and western Pennsylvania.
State resumes removing inactive voters from rolls
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s elections chief has resumed the state’s stringent process for
Entertaining tips for a stress-free holiday season
Family Features The holiday season is meant for spending quality time with friends and family, not
Stabbing suspect surrenders
Staff report boardman The suspect in the stabbing incident Sunday was arrested a Monday night,
Food sales and dinners through Nov. 28
SATURDAY Aut Mori Grotto will host its monthly pancake and sausage breakfast from 9:00 a.m. to
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State rep.-elect Manning promises to help Poland Village, other communities
State rep.-elect Manning promises to help Poland Village, other communities
Woman claims Avenatti dragged her by arm across floor
Woman claims Avenatti dragged her by arm across floor
Warren homeowner shoots man who had broken into his house
Suspect to be arraigned today on aggravated burglary charge
Bistro 1907 offers delicious food for breakfast, lunch and dinner
Bistro 1907 is inside the DoubleTree hotel, 44 E. Federal St., Youngstown
Penguin City Beer to bring brewing operation downtown
New brewing company plans to take over brewing space at B&O Station
Mahoning Valley retailers gear up for five-day shopping spree
Many stores will open Thursday evening to kick off a busy shopping weekend
Hearings set for proposed Mahoning County license-plate fee increase
Hearings set for proposed Mahoning County license-plate fee increase
Saks accused of race, age discrimination in lawsuit
Saks accused of race, age discrimination in lawsuit
Lowe's reports disappointing sales; to exit Mexico
Lowe's reports disappointing sales; to exit Mexico
Trump provides written answers to Mueller questions
Trump provides written answers to Mueller questions
Citing E. coli outbreak, US officials say don't eat romaine
Citing E. coli outbreak, US officials say don't eat romaine
Youngstown council to consider zone change for medical marijuana dispensary
Youngstown council to consider zone change for medical marijuana dispensary
2 Jewish Pa. police officers sue department over anti-Semitism claims
2 Jewish Pa. police officers sue department over anti-Semitism claims
US judge stalls enforcement of Trump asylum restrictions
US judge stalls enforcement of Trump asylum restrictions
Treasure hunter flip flops over returning missing gold coins
Treasure hunter flip flops over returning missing gold coins
More than $2M must be pared from 2019 Mahoning Co. budget requests
More than $2M must be pared from 2019 Mahoning Co. budget requests
Former Ohio police spokesman pleads guilty to child-porn charges
Former Ohio police spokesman pleads guilty to child-porn charges
Retiring Ohio public safety director says crime down, state safer
Retiring Ohio public safety director says crime down, state safer
Amnesty says Saudi activists beaten, tortured in detention
Amnesty says Saudi activists beaten, tortured in detention
3 East High School girls track stars to attend YSU
3 East High School girls track stars to attend YSU
Markets sink as tech and retail fall; oil drops 7 percent
Markets sink as tech and retail fall; oil drops 7 percent
UPDATE | Trump: No new penalties planned for Saudi Arabia
Trump: No new penalties planned for Saudi Arabia
Youngstown's 2018 Christmas tree arrives downtown Wednesday
Youngstown's 2018 Christmas tree arrives downtown Wednesday
San Diego Zoo gets surprise baby; mom was on birth control
San Diego Zoo gets surprise baby; mom was on birth control
Man gets probation for 'Field of Dreams' site vandalism
Man gets probation for 'Field of Dreams' site vandalism
Former Toys R Us workers to get $20M in hardship fund
Former Toys R Us workers to get $20M in hardship fund
Martha Stewart's first Uber ride was 'a mess inside and out'
Martha Stewart's first Uber ride was 'a mess inside and out'
Warren man gets 35 years in 'outrageous' rape case
Warren man gets 35 years in 'outrageous' rape case
Best Buy 3Q results top Street, boosts forecast again
Best Buy 3Q results top Street, boosts forecast again
Police: Ex-Cleveland-area judge is suspect in former wife's fatal stabbing
Police: Ex-Cleveland-area judge is suspect in former wife's fatal stabbing
White House to restore Acosta's pass, with a warning
White House to restore Acosta's pass, with a warning
UPDATE | Gunman in Chicago hospital shooting had prior complaint
Gunman in Chicago hospital shooting had prior complaint
Trump criticizes war hero for not capturing bin Laden sooner
Trump criticizes war hero for not capturing bin Laden sooner
Boardman athletes to compete at collegiate level
Boardman senior Jackie Harker remembers her first gymnastics meet. She was 7 years old and competing at Kent State. After the meet, Harker told her mother she wanted to attended the university in the future. More than a decade later it’s finally happened. Harker signed with the Golden Flashes at Boardman High School on Monday to become the latest member of their gymnastics team. Boys golfer Cole Christman and volleyball standout Kaylin Burkey also signed letters of intent. Christman signed with Youngstown State while Burkey will head to California University of Pennsylvania.
Trumbull officials making plans for 2019 budget to be repeat of 2018
Trumbull officials making plans for 2019 budget to be repeat of 2018
City, neighborhood groups unveil new walking trail at Jackson Park
Ribbon-cutting ceremony marks quarter-mile walking trail on the South Side
Canfield’s Pintaric wins Trans Am race at Daytona
The Nov. 10 victory vaulted him into fourth place in this year’s points standings.
Conklin, Mang are guiding leagues
Rob Conklin (Northeast 8) and John Mang (MVAC) are directing two of the area’s newest conferences.
Michigan’s Higdon guarantees win at Horseshoe
If the two coaches were trying to keep the lid on the hype and bad blood, Karan Higdon pried it off.
Columbiana GOP chairman: Resignation not happening
Columbiana County GOP Chairman David Johnson rebuffed a call for his resignation Monday after sharing a Facebook meme calling California’s Camp and Woolsey fires “God’s punishment to liberal California.” Johnson’s Facebook post Sunday, which depicts a landscape ablaze with the caption “Hell on Earth, brought to you by the liberals in California,” prompted Mahoning County Democratic Party Chairman David Betras to call for Johnson’s resignation as Columbiana County GOP chairman and vice chairman of the county’s board of elections in a Monday release.
Reunions & Class Notes
Editor’s note The Reunions & Class Notes column will be moving to Fridays beginning next week.
thanksgiving | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days
Former Cortland police chief Mink pleads guilty to reduced charge
Former Cortland police chief Mink pleads guilty to reduced charge
Penguins blow three-goal lead in loss to Sabres
Jake Eichel scored the game winner in overtime to send Buffalo to its sixth straight win.
Mill Creek officers honored for rescue
Staff report CANFIELD The Mill Creek MetroParks board recognized two of the park’s police
Rams outlast Chiefs in epic, high-octane battle
The game was the first in NFL history in which two teams scored 50-plus points.
Curbstone Coaches cancel banquets
Curbstone Coaches cancel banquets Beaver Township The Curbstone Coaches have announced the
DD board approves $663,000 in purchased services for 2019
The amounts of the three largest of the DD board vendor contracts remain unchanged from last year.
nba Pistons cruise over Cavs
Loss drops Cleveland to NBA-worst 2-13 before LeBron visits Associated Press DETROIT
Southwoods honored
Southwoods honored BOARDMAN The Surgical Hospital at Southwoods Health is a 2018 Pinnacle of
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v H.E.R.: Tonight on “Jimmy Kimmel
Did you hear? Poverty has ended
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Someone needs to buy a Grassroots USA tour package for the members
Part of marijuana law ruled unconstitutional
Associated Press COLUMBUS A judge has declared that a provision in Ohio’s medical marijuana
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Prosecutors double down on charges against Weinstein NEW YORK New York prosecutors
Trustees discuss road levy passage, general fund increase
Trustees discuss road levy passage, general fund increase
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Mathews school board, 6 p.m., executive session, immediately followed by 7 p.m.
Several cited for violations at OVI checkpoints in Boardman
A total of 618 vehicles passed through the checkpoints.
David’s Bridal files for bankruptcy
David’s Bridal files for bankruptcy CONSHOKOCKEN, PA. David’s Bridal is filing for bankruptcy
Ex-judge suspect in killing of ex-wife
Associated Press CLEVELAND A former Cleveland- area judge who spent nine months in prison for
League hosts fundraiser
League hosts fundraiser warren The League of Women Voters of Trumbull County recently held their
college basketball
college basketball Monday’s games MEN No. 1 Duke 90, San Diego State 64 LAHAINA, HAWAII
Division I Locals
Division I Locals How area players fared in Week 12 FBS BIG TEN Michigan State RB L.J.
Lung Cancer Awareness Month shines spotlight on need for early detection
The mission of Mercy Health has remained steadfast since the Sisters of the Humility of Mary began providing health care services more than 100 years ago.
Woman reports case of harassment at park
Woman reports case of harassment at park BOARDMAN A woman reported being harassed while
Man faces charges of domestic violence
Man faces charges of domestic violence boardman A man was arrested after a domestic-violence
White House restores Acosta’s access
New rules put in place for press Associated Press NEW YORK The Trump administration on Monday
16 Dems, including Ryan, vow to vote against Pelosi
Associated Press WASHINGTON Sixteen Democrats, including a Mahoning Valley congressman, who’ve
Saudi king stays silent on son’s role in killing of journalist
Associated Press RIYADH, Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia’s King Salman on Monday gave his first
Suit filed to remove Whitaker
Associated Press WASHINGTON Three Senate Democrats filed a lawsuit Monday arguing that Acting
At least 3 killed in hospital shooting
Associated Press CHICAGO A gunman opened fire Monday at a Chicago hospital, killing a police
Police: Ex-judge is suspect in former wife’s fatal stabbing
Police: Ex-judge is suspect in former wife’s fatal stabbing Eds: APNewsNow. Will be updated.
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 20
Today is Tuesday, Nov. 20, the 324th day of 2018. There are 41 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Digital dilemma
Parents struggle to limit children’s screen time Associated Press CHICAGO For many parents,
Holiday season is all foggy
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons This year I can’t think of Thanksgiving without thinking of Barry
Police: Ex-judge is suspect in former wife’s fatal stabbing
Police: Ex-judge is suspect in former wife’s fatal stabbing Eds: Updates with police saying they
Colorado killer of family sentenced to life in prison
Associated Press GREELEY, Colo. A man who strangled his pregnant wife and suffocated their two
Trump’s visit to Calif. was eye-opener for him
Editorial: President Donald J. Trump visited Paradise and came face-to-face with Paradise lost. And while
Shame shrouds Catholic Church
Opinion: One doesn’t have to be Roman Catholic or even Christian to recognize the great good the Catholic
Monday, November 19 (76 stories)
Effort underway to save GM Lordstown plant
WARREN With a child in high school, RaNeal Edwards of Austintown, a 23-year General Motors employee, doesn’t want to move. Her life is here, and this is where she wants to stay. That’s how many General Motors Lordstown employees feel, but some are having to make the difficult decision to transfer to out-of-state jobs.
Giving thanks by giving back
YOUNGSTOWN Turkeys were on the move Monday throughout the city. The city police department helped deliver 100 turkeys donated by Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream & Yogurt, while turkeys also were given to students at East High School and turkey dinners were served for lunch at Harding Elementary School.
Communities flee eruption at Guatemala's Volcano of Fire
Communities flee eruption at Guatemala's Volcano of Fire
Betras calls for Columbiana Co. GOP chairman's resignation
Betras calls for Columbiana Co. GOP chairman's resignation
Gunman opens fire at Chicago hospital, killing at least 3
Gunman opens fire at Chicago hospital, killing at least 3
US stocks take sharp losses as tech, internet companies drop
US stocks take sharp losses as tech, internet companies drop
Pooper scooper says neighbor threw feces at her facade
Pooper scooper says neighbor threw feces at her facade
Police investigating tampering of teachers' water bottles
Police investigating tampering of teachers' water bottles
Warren City Council Finance Committee meets at 5 p.m. today
Warren City Council Finance Committee meets at 5 p.m. today
Liberty trustees cancel Thursday meetings for two weeks
Liberty trustees cancel Thursday meetings for two weeks
Mahoning coroner ID's victim in Sunday East Side shooting
Mahoning coroner ID's victim in Sunday East Side shooting
Man who strangled wife, killed his 2 girls sentenced to life
Man who strangled wife, killed his 2 girls sentenced to life
Trump, first lady accept official White House Christmas tree
Trump, first lady accept official White House Christmas tree
Woman reports harassment as she walked her dog Sunday
Woman reports harassment as she walked her dog Sunday
Trumbull commissioners likely to OK $47M 2019 budget
Trumbull commissioners likely to OK $47M 2019 budget
Man faces charges after incident at Boardman gas station
Man faces charges after incident at Boardman gas station
Malvasi Sr. arrested on bail violation after son's hearing
Malvasi Sr. arrested on bail violation after son's hearing
Betras seeks GOP chief's resignation after fire posts
Betras seeks GOP chief's resignation after fire posts
How to avoid letting turkey ruin your Thanksgiving
Why a salmonella outbreak shouldn’t ruin your Thanksgiving
Brooklyn rapper 6ix9ine indicted on racketeering charges
Brooklyn rapper 6ix9ine indicted on racketeering charges
VINDY POLL | Stuffing or Dressing debate
What do you call the Thanksgiving dinner side dish ... stuffing or dressing?
UPDATE | Senators sue over Whitaker’s appointment
Democratic senators sue over Whitaker’s appointment as AG
Ohioans expected to increase holiday shopping spending
Ohioans expected to increase holiday shopping spending
Warren hopes sidewalk repairs will increase number of students walking or riding bikes to school
Warren hopes sidewalk repairs will increase number of students walking or riding bikes to school
Chief: Help police end killing spree
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police Chief Robin Lees is appealing to city
Shooting for unity on basketball court, in city
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Devaun Adams enjoyed thrusting himself into the
Schiavoni and Boccieri say they aren’t necessarily done with politics
Both leave the state Legislature Dec. 31
high school FOOTBALL State semifinal pairings, scores
Home team listed first. Pairings include AP state rank and record. All games at 7 p.m. FRIDAY
Pacific summit ends with no communique as China, US differ
An acrimonious meeting of world leaders in Papua New Guinea failed to agree Sunday on a final communique, highlighting widening divisions between global powers China and the U.S.
As Florida recount ends, Sen. Nelson concedes race to Scott
Sen. Bill Nelson, a Florida political icon who first arrived on Capitol Hill in the decades when Democrats dominated this presidential battleground state, conceded his bitterly close re-election bid to Republican Rick Scott on Sunday after a bruising recount left Nelson thousands of votes short of the outgoing governor.
It’s time to reform how to alter Ohio Constitution
Editorial: Columbus Dispatch: State legislative leaders want to make it more difficult for Ohioans to adopt
Portman report: Naloxone maker gouges consumers
Drug company hiked price of life-saving drug 600 percent amid national opiate-overdose crisis,
FROM THE PUBLISHER
Editorial: FROM THE PUBLISHER As we strive to provide our readers with an even greater variety of opinions
NFL LOCALS | How Valley players fared in Week 11
CHICAGO BEARS James Daniels, C, Warren Harding: Stats were not available at press time from the
More charges filed in dorm shooting
More charges filed in dorm shooting AKRON Police say additional charges have been filed in the
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Lordstown Board of Public Affairs, 4 p.m., administration building, 1455 Salt
nfl roundup Sunday’s other games
AFC Ravens 24, Bengals 21 BALTIMORE Rookie quarterback Lamar Jackson juked and sprinted for
Man in Boardman stabbed; police seek his girlfriend
Man in Boardman stabbed; police seek his girlfriend BOARDMAN Boardman police are investigating a
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Man tries to trade cannabis for a car, lands in jail ALBANY, Ore. Marijuana is
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Nicholas E. Phelps, 25, and Meranda L. Geddes, 28,
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Tessa Thomas and Evan Graham, Canfield, girl, Nov. 17.
Huge rebuilding job awaits Miles at Kansas
Huge rebuilding job awaits Miles at Kansas LAWRENCE, Kan. Les Miles is headed back to the Big 12
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
YSU Ethics Bowl team heads to national competition
YSU Ethics Bowl team heads to national competition YOUNGSTOWN For the fourth-consecutive year,
worth a look
Editor’s note The Worth A Look column will be moving to Tuesdays beginning next week. Next week’s
Bieber, Baldwin confirm marriage on Instagram
Bieber, Baldwin confirm marriage on Instagram NEW YORK Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin are
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 19
Today is Monday, Nov. 19, the 323rd day of 2018. There are 42 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Computer classes available at library
Computer classes available at library salem Beginning this month, a variety of free computer
nba roundup Sunday’s games
Lakers 113, Heat 97 MIAMI LeBron James scored 51 points against his former club and the Los
Macron’s view about nationalism brings to mind earlier warnings
Opinion: By Gene Lyons Andrews McMeel Syndication Perhaps you recall the last time a French politician
O’Rouke left his mark
Opinion: By Jasmine Aguilera OtherWords Beto O’Rourke may have lost his race for Senate, but he’s managed
Sunday, November 18 (79 stories)
Naloxone maker gouges consumers, report says
Ohio's junior U.S. senator, Rob Portman, released the report.
Mexican protesters to caravan migrants: Get out!
They accuse the migrants of being messy, ungrateful and a danger to Tijuana
Staff shakeup looks likely in Trump administration
The chief of staff and head of Homeland Security are the strongest targets now, analysts say.
Don't count Schiavoni, Boccieri out of politics yet
Both longtime Mahoning Valley officeholders say they are keeping their options open after defeats in 2018.
US Sen. Nelson concedes to Florida Gov. Scott
Democratic Sen. Bill Nelson has ended his bitterly close re-election bid by conceding the race to Republican Rick Scott.
‘Fantastic Beasts’ flies to top of weekend box office
“Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald” crawled, slithered and flew its way to the top of the weekend box office with a $62.2 million opening in the U.S. and Canada, according to studio estimates Sunday.
Victims recount trauma as Catholic priest dismissals continue
Alleged child sex abuse continues to impact parishes and their people, but church investigators say victims’ silence is more harmful.
Car drives into Warren home Saturday night
A car drove into to a home in the 800 block of Glenwood N.E. near Buena Vista and Mazda avenues N.E. at about 8:46 p.m. Saturday.
Redbirds run over Penguins in season finale
Illinois State rushed for 332 yards in a 35-28 victory over YSU.
The Arms Family Museum is transformed by all things Christmas
Autumn Johnson, left, of Girard, and Debby Hornyak of Liberty scan decorations displayed in one of seven rooms in the museum devoted to the nostalgic display. The women said they try to make a point of seeing the exhibit every year.
Local barber starts next chapter with opening of new shop
Brian Ferguson marks 20 years in barber shop business with opening of new West Side shop.
JFK’s fortunes changed after just two plays
Cuyahoga Heights eliminated Warren JFK 35-20 in Division VII.
Midview spoils Canfield hockey season opener
Stone Elias scored the Cardinals’ only goal in a 4-1 loss.
ODOT work slated next week in Mahoning County
In Beaver Township, I-680 under state Route 164 is being reduced to one line in each direction during interchange construction.
BUSINESS DIGEST || Dominion rates
Dominion Energy Ohio announced its Standard Choice Offer (SCO) and Standard Service Offer (SSO) rates are now $3.255 per thousand cubic feet, under its latest filing with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio.
METRO DIGEST || One dead in 2-pickup crash in Knox Twp.
One driver was killed and another suffered minor injuries in a two-vehicle crash Saturday morning at the intersection of Georgetown and Westville Lake roads in Knox Township in Columbiana County.
Tom Williams: Girard has plenty to celebrate on both sides
The Indians’ Mark Waid hurt Hubbard on both sides of the ball.
METRO DIGEST || Canstruction’ set for reveal at STEAM Day
Penn State Shenango and the Sharon City School District are partnering to present the fourth annual STEAM Day on Monday.
HOLIDAY TV & MOVIES
Sunday 8 p.m.: “Mingle All the Way,” Hallmark (N) 9 p.m.: “Return to Christmas Creek,” Hallmark
Wilmington gets $75K grant to rehabilitate Marti Park
Wilmington Township has been selected to receive a Community Conservation Partnerships Program grant from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
Survivors gather in Warren to remember, honor loved ones lost to suicide
Mary Kopiak, center, the mother of Valerie Kopiak who lost her life to suicide in 1998, holds a candle in honor of her daughter with other survivors at the 20th Annual Candlelight Vigil for National Survivors of Suicide Awareness Day at Warren Reach Center Saturday night.
Some tips for business owners
By JOYCE M. ROSENBERG AP Business Writer NEW YORK When small business owners want to take on
Exhibit offers portraits of mummified ancient Egyptians
Associated Press BALTIMORE A team of researchers is giving the world a chance to see the faces
Still the biggest Vindy of the year
Opinion: Sandra Thomas has a Thanksgiving tradition for the past 21 years that’s different than most people.
YSU reschedules basketball game
YSU reschedules basketball game YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State women’s basketball game against
Y’town voters again reject anti-fracking ballot issue
Editorial: Six months after they said no to amending the Home Rule Charter to ban fracking in the city,
mvfc roundup Saturday’s other games
North Dakota State 65, Southern Illinois 17 FARGO, N.D. Easton Stick threw for three touchdowns
Reporter’s 1978 account of deadly ambush, Jonestown tragedy
Reporter’s 1978 account of deadly ambush, Jonestown tragedy
Trump tours Paradise area, calls wildfire a ‘really bad one’
Associated Press PARADISE, Calif. From the ashes of a mobile home and RV park, President Donald
high school football all-stars
ALL-AMERICAN CONFERENCE gold tier player of the year Kay’Ron Adams, Warren Harding first
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Past Tense” by Lee Child (Dell) 2. “The Reckoning” by John Grisham
Trump administration denies reaching conclusion on Khashoggi
Trump administration denies reaching conclusion on Khashoggi WASHINGTON The Trump
Columbus Zoo announces death of baby giraffe
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Columbus Zoo says a baby giraffe has died just weeks after its
SENIOR CITIZENS
Dollar Bank Retirees will meet at noon Dec. 5 at the Holiday Inn in Boardman for the annual
Women’s Advent luncheon planned
Women’s Advent luncheon planned HUBBARD There will be a Women’s Advent luncheon from 12:30 to 3
Runners to your marks … Upcoming races & walks
NOVEMBER Thursday — Warren Kiwanis Turkey Trot at Kent State-Trumbull, 4314 Mahoning Ave., N.W.,
Harvick racing to remove asterisk from scandal
Kevin Harvick has always followed the path that best suits him
Utah mayor killed in Afghanistan had ‘loved Afghan people’
Associated Press OGDEN, Utah A Utah mayor killed while serving in the National Guard in
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Docket Sam Lamancusa v. Christine D. Rienzi et al, foreclosure. US
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today Brookfield Fire Department, state Route 7, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. MONDAY West
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Springfield Township trustees, 7 p.m., work session, administration building, 3475
Senior menu
Easterseals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
mahoning valley race course
mahoning valley race course SATURDAY’S RESULTS RACE 1 $23,500 - 3 yo’s & up, 1M, ALW 6
GARDEN CLUBS
TUESday Holborn Herb Growers Guild will meet at 7 p.m. at the Colonial Inn on the Canfield
Limelights and career paths
Recognition A Canfield-based digital ad agency announced it recently received national recognition
A presidential candidate who believes in what he has lived
Opinion: WASHINGTON The world’s oldest political party has developed an aversion to discretion. The
Big Ten Roundup | Saturday’s other games
No. 4 Michigan 31, Indiana 20 ANN ARBOR, MICH. Karan Higdon ran for a go-ahead touchdown early
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Memories of Christmas Past, noon to 4 p.m.: Step back in time as
Reports: Suspect filed for custody 6 days after massacre
Associated Press DAYTON Documents say that a suspect in the massacre of a family in which a
100 Years Later: Family finds lost grave of relative in Ohio
By SAMANTHA ICKES The (Massillon) Independent MASSILLON Three women break a loaf of bread and
Young Jonestown survivors lost everything, built new lives
Young Jonestown survivors lost everything, built new lives
Know warning signs of suicide and how to help
Opinion: Know warning signs of suicide and how to help Suicide is a serious public health problem. It
MID-AMERICAN CONFERENCE
MID-AMERICAN CONFERENCE Saturday’s game Bowling Green 21, Akron 6 AKRON Jarret Doege threw
Gag! Rotting fish, maggots on menu at Disgusting Food Museum
Rotting fish, maggots at Disgusting Food Museum By ALEKSANDAR LJUBOJEVIC and VANESSA GERA
Literary celebration event planned
Literary celebration event planned The annual Celebrate Short Fiction Day will take place Dec. 21,
For the Week of Sunday, November 18, 2018
Preserve Realty Holdings LLC to Peggy J. Ceci, Oakview Crossing, Canfield, $44,800. Joseph Graff
Eyes on 2020? Ohio GOP governor, Democratic senator mulling
By DAN SEWELL Associated Press CINCINNATI An all-Ohio presidential election in 2020? You
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 18
Today is Sunday, Nov. 18, the 322nd day of 2018. There are 43 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Has GM bailed on the Valley?
Opinion: On Monday, leading politicians and business, labor and community leaders will come together to send
Soaring Steelers visit desperate Jaguars
Even if the memory is still fresh, the temptation is there for Pittsburgh to overlook the Jacksonville Jaguars.
bowling scores
bowling scores amron lanes H.D. Davis CPA Mixed Doubles — Mike Ash 247-706, Justin Cowan
As Fla. recount wraps up, Gillum concedes
Associated Press TALLAHASSEE, Fla. Democrat Andrew Gillum ended his hard-fought campaign for
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave., will offer the following opportunities: Monday,
New plan aims to preserve, refocus Mich. historic site
New plan aims to preserve, refocus Mich. historic site FRENCHTOWN TOWNSHIP, Mich. Southeastern
Witness who detailed double homicide found shot days later
Witness who detailed double homicide found shot days later TOLEDO A witness who shared the
Paintings on display at gallery
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An exhibition of paintings by the Mahoning Valley Watercolor Society is
Bound to fail: Poor choices can ruin business partnerships
Poor choices can ruin business partnerships By JOYCE M. ROSENBERG AP Business Writer NEW YORK
Enthusiasm for winter farming sprouting up at Grow Ohio Valley
By LINDA COMINS The (Wheeling, W.Va.) Intelligencer WHEELING, W.Va. Traditionally, the autumn
Saturday, November 17 (65 stories)
Those left behind after suicide gather for annual vigil tonight
Every November, Mary Kopiak gets sunflowers painted on her fingernails with a complementary light-blue backdrop that she wears for the entire month.
Arms Museum's Memories of Christmas Past exhibit opens today
“It puts me in the mood for Christmas,” Marilyn DiCarlo, said Saturday when leaving The Arms Family Museum’s 11th annual Memories of Christmas Past exhibit.
1 killed in 2-truck crash today in Columbiana County
One driver was killed and another suffered minor injuries in a two-vehicle crash Saturday morning at the intersection of Georgetown and Westville Lake roads in Knox Township in Columbiana County.
Trump visits fire-devastated Calif., changes critical stance slightly
From the ashes of a mobile home and RV park, President Donald Trump said Saturday he came to the heart of California’s killer wildfire to fully grasp the scale of the desolation wrought on the landscape.
Columbiana Red Cross shelter going to standby at 7 p.m.
The Columbiana County Emergency Management Agency announced that the American Red Cross is keeping its shelter at Upper Room Fellowship, 500 Sponseller Road, open only until 7 p.m. today. I
YSU ends football season with loss to Illinois State
Youngstown State gave up two touchdowns in the fourth quarter.
YSU men’s basketball team stuck on team bus for hours in New York City
The Youngstown State men’s basketball team got stuck in one of New York City’s biggest snowstorms Thursday night.
Kenston shuts down Canfield
Kenston’s Jack Porter breaks loose from Canfield’s McCoy Watkins in first-half action during their Division III, Region 9 final Friday at Mollenkopf Stadium in Warren. Porter scored three times for the Bombers, who downed the Cardinals 33-7.
Mallory scores 15 as YSU crushes Carlow
Madison Mallory led all scorers with 15 points and Alison Smolinski added 14 points for the Penguins.
Power outages from storm
Power outages resulting from this week’s winter storm may continue for some First Energy customers through the weekend.
Area journalists, teachers weigh in on press-credential dispute
“The press functions as a watchdog over government, and this role is essential in a democracy,” Earnheardt said.
New Youngstown City Series could soon take shape
Youngstown City Schools and two city parochial schools are in the process of forming a new high school sports league.
Downtown owners frustrated with project costing them business
The street project started in March and has created a large hole that impedes access to their businesses.
Rinaldi, Householder make college commitments
Conchetta Rinaldi will play softball at YSU and Alyssa Householder will play volleyball at Tiffin.
Safety, revitalization spur Struthers officials to try to acquire downtown buildings
The city is focused on the structures at 108 S. Bridge St., Eagle Antiques, the former site of Nick’s Department Store and the old Los Gallos building.
Brian Dzenis: Canfield’s regional runs a matter of principles
Canfield is patient, unselfish and a success.
Austintown and Poland collaborate to support Kent family
The motto for Austintown Colts Youth Football is “Once a Colt, always a Colt,” and based on the community’s response to tragedy, these are not just words.
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Michael Buble Album: “love” Grade: B+ When people claim they are stepping away from it all to
SPORTS DIGEST || Late goal lifts Phantoms over Flying Aces
Liam Robertson’s back-handed goal with 3:04 to play gave the Youngstown Phantoms a 4-3 victory over the Central Illinois Flying Aces on Friday night at Grossinger Motors Arena.
Geo C and Tha Storm to unveil new album
IF YOU GO What: Geo C and Tha Storm album release show When: 8 p.m. Wednesday Where: YWCA
Analyzing the Oscars race
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK F. Scott Fitzgerald, who said there are no second acts
$1.8 million grant will address local workforce issues related to opioids
Workforce boards will work with mental health & recovery agencies to get people in recovery back to work.
Prosecutors disagree judge should have allowed jurors to consider lesser offenses against Hamad
The Trumbull County Prosecutor’s Office argued in a Friday filing there was plenty of evidence that Nasser Hamad was guilty of aggravated murder of two young men who went to his house in Howland in 2017 and there was no reason for the judge to instruct jurors that they could find him guilty of lesser charges of voluntary manslaughter.
METRO DIGEST || Prostate screenings
Prostate screening LISBON Columbiana County Health Department is offering free prostate
CNN’s Acosta back at White House after judge’s ruling
The White House said it would be developing new rules for orderly news conferences.
METRO DIGEST || Liberty schools retirement incentive
Retirement incentive LIBERTY The Liberty school board has reopened the retirement incentive
BUSINESS DIGEST || Youngstown Clothing Co. opens in Southern Park
YCC opens store in Southern Park Mall BOARDMAN The Youngstown Clothing Co. is open at its first
YNDC reveals historic renovation on Glenwood Avenue
The finished exterior of the historic four-unit apartments at 650 Glenwood Ave. The Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corp. spent more than $250,000 to rehabilitate the 90-year-old building.
Former OSU students air claims of sex abuse
Associated Press COLUMBUS Former students alleging sexual abuse by a former Ohio State
FBI report states obvious: Hate-inspired crime rises
Editorial: Most Americans hardly needed a new FBI report to recognize that hate and the pernicious crimes it
Uber rich are running America
Opinion: By Josh Hoxie OtherWords This year’s stock market saw high returns for month after month, as
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v The Midtown Men, 7:30 p.m.: The original Broadway cast of “Jersey
Remembrance of the Great War in the midst of the Endless War
Opinion: By Georgie Anne Geyer Andrews McMeel Syndication WASHINGTON By all accounts, it was a fine
US intel: Prince ordered writer’s killing
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. intelligence officials have concluded that Saudi Crown Prince
More than 1,000 unaccounted for in wildfire
Death toll from blaze rises to 71 Associated Press CHICO, Calif. With the confirmed death
Elections board, juvenile court make 2019 budget requests
The elections board is requesting a $36,108 budget boost.
Free dinner for those in need Sunday
Nevels Temple Church, 939 Elm St., Youngstown, free dinner for those in need
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 17
Today is Saturday, Nov. 17, the 321st day of 2018. There are 44 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
My first and last chestnut tree
When I was a boy, my father and I hiked country roads on autumn afternoons collecting hickory nuts,
Trump honors 7 with presidential award
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump on Friday recognized a major Republican Party
OSU seeking consistency vs. Maryland
Ohio State coach Urban Meyer hates having to defend the performance of his ninth-ranked Buckeyes.
Lowellville, Struthers will see slight rate reductions on water bills thanks to tax cut
Aqua Ohio had originally planned to raise rates by 4.5 percent each year, but will now increase rates by 3.75 percent each year instead
Trump says he answered Mueller’s questions
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump said Friday he had “very easily” answered
Hand recount begins in Florida Senate race
Associated Press FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. Volunteers gathered around folding tables Friday to
oddly enough
oddly enough Romanian man returns $107,000 found in secondhand cupboard BUCHAREST, Romania A
Black Friday Special
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HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Abrams ends governor bid, says she’ll file suit
Associated Press ATLANTA Democrat Stacey Abrams ended 10 days of post-election drama in
Mr. and Mrs. Francis Buckley to celebrate 50th anniversary
Mr. and Mrs. Francis Buckley to celebrate 50th anniversary
Political attack ads sell, but is anyone buying?
Now that the midterm elections are over, I’m starting to enjoy watching TV again. We’re back to
Assange won’t travel to US to face charges
Associated Press WASHINGTON WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange will not willingly travel to the
Sunday news shows
Sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Sen. Roy Blunt,
GOP prepares to subpoena Comey, Lynch
Associated Press WASHINGTON House Republicans who have spent the past two years arguing that
Versatility is a virtue when fishing
Versatile anglers catch more fish more consistently than those who get hung up on one or two
HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY | Adam Baran
HONOREE Residence: New Springfield Date of birth: Nov. 21, 1918, in Altoona, Pa. FAMILY
BIRTHS
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Thanksgiving services
Thanksgiving services Beaver Township: Beaver Township churches will have a community Thanksgiving
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Commerce Street hole driving customers away from downtown businesses
A project that includes a large hole in front of Erie Terminal Place is adversely impacting businesses there with owners wondering why the work is taking so long to complete.
Struthers cracking down on deteriorated downtown properties
Abandoned, collapsing, and with Ohio Fire Code violations that are “too numerous to list,” a number of buildings in downtown Struthers are in the cross hairs of city administrators hoping to clean up and encourage reinvestment in the area.
David's Bridal to filie for bankruptcy reorganization
David's Bridal has announced it will file for bankruptcy reorganization soon, according to various national media outlets.
Friends support grieving family with benefit spaghetti dinner Sunday
The motto for Austintown Colts Youth Football is “Once a Colt, always a Colt,” and based on the community’s response to tragedy, these are not just words.
Trumbull prosecutor continues claims against overturning Hamad conviction
The Trumbull County Prosecutor’s Office argued in a Friday filing there was plenty of evidence that Nasser Hamad was guilty of aggravated murder of two young men who went to his house in Howland in 2017 and there was no reason for the judge to instruct jurors that they could find him guilty of lesser charges of voluntary manslaughter.
Mahoning County OVI announces checkpoints tonight and Saturday
Mahoning County OVI announces checkpoints tonight
Arms dealer convicted in LA of trying to buy, sell missiles
Arms dealer convicted in LA of trying to buy, sell missiles
First African-American top network executive leaving ABC
First African-American top network executive exiting ABC
Portage County road closed due to downed power lines
Portage County road closed due to downed power lines
Abrams ends campaign, but no concession; vows federal suit against Kemp's actions
Democrat Stacey Abrams ended her challenge to Republican Brian Kemp in the Georgia governor’s race today, but pledged to fight the former secretary of state’s “gross mismanagement” of the elections with a federal lawsuit.
William Goldman, Oscar winner for 'Butch Cassidy,' has died
William Goldman, Oscar winner for 'Butch Cassidy,' has died
Cleveland police identify woman hit and killed with her own vehicle
Cleveland police identify woman hit and killed with her own vehicle
Former Ohio State students air claims of sex abuse by doctor
Former Ohio State students air claims of sex abuse by doctor
Austintown athlete signs Letter of Intent to West Point
Austintown athlete signs Letter of Intent to West Point
Columbiana County announces temporary warming facilities for those without power
Columbiana County announces temporary warming facilities for those without power
Trump says he will name EPA's acting chief to post permanently
Trump says he will name EPA's acting chief to post permanently
Ohio unemployment rate unchanged from September to October
Ohio unemployment rate unchanged from September to October
Jury awards $5M each to Ohio men wrongfully imprisoned for murder
Jury awards $5M each to Ohio men wrongfully imprisoned for murder
DeVos proposes overhaul to campus sexual misconduct rules
DeVos proposes overhaul to campus sexual misconduct rules
UPDATE | Brownlee Woods Library to reopen Saturday, power restored
Brownlee Woods Library to reopen Saturday, power restored
East Judson woman hears gunfire before bullet flies through window
East Judson woman hears gunfire before bullet flies through window
Tech companies, retailers weigh on US stocks; oil prices up
Tech companies, retailers weigh on US stocks; Oil prices up
UPDATE | Judge orders White House to return Acosta pass
Judge: White House was wrong to revoke Jim Acosta's press pass
Poland library celebrates Day of the Dead
The Poland library hosted a Dia de los Muertos sugar skull decorating celebration on Nov. 1. Librarian Annette Ahrens organized the event.
Canfield Rotary Club hosts Community Showcase
Canfield residents were given the opportunity to learn more about what their community has to offer while attending Canfield Rotary Club’s first Community Showcase, which was coupled with the annual Pancake Breakfast, on Nov. 4.
Canfield celebrates long standing rivalry with annual bonfire
Canfield celebrated their long time rivalry with Poland during their annual Battle of 224 Bonfire on Oct. 25.
Students win prizes for non-violence posters
Six Boardman High School students were chosen as winners in Youngstown’s annual Non-Violence Week poster competition.
Dunham crosses state championship line in 42nd place overall
Junior Mitchel Dunham ran a time of 16:50 placing 42nd overall at the 2018 OHSAA State CC Championship on Nov. 10.
Girl Empowerment Mentorship Program visits Macy's
The Girl Empowerment Mentorship program at Boardman took a field trip to Macy’s on Nov. 5.
Fed judge: Claudia Hoerig's case can't move to federal court
Fed judge: Claudia Hoerig's case can't move to federal court
WEATHER WATCH | Power outages expected to continue through the weekend
WEATHER WATCH | Power outages expected to continue through the weekend
Summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty
Summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty
VINDY POLL - When is it too soon to put up a Christmas tree?
When is it too soon to put up a Christmas tree?
Valley leaders to launch “Drive It Home” campaign
“The end goal is to get product and commitment here in Lordstown,” UAW Local 1112 President Dave Green said.
New crop of Girard receivers catching Waid’s passes
Girard’s Nick Malito outruns Perry’s Jaylen Anderson to score a touchdown during the regional semifinal Nov. 10 at Bo Rein Stadium in Niles. Malito is one of a crop of new receivers who stepped up to replace quarterback Mark Waid’s top three targets from last season: Michael Belcik, Anthony Backus and Devin Wilson, who all graduated.
Hubbard’s Mosora learned to win from his older brother
Lukas Mosora was taught lessons in resiliency in the way only a younger brother can be.
Ryan has reportedly signed letter opposing Pelosi as speaker
Ryan would vote against Pelosi as speaker on House floor, his spokesman says.
Vettori indicted, accused of theft from deceased client
Suspended Mahoning County Area Court Judge Diane Vettori allegedly helped Dolores Falgiani prepare a will before her death in March 2016
Warren JFK, Cuyahoga Heights have made deep postseason runs
The teams have combined for 28 playoff games since 2015.
SPORTS DIGEST || Struthers to host Coaches vs. Cancer
The Struthers boys basketball team will host the inaugural Northeast Ohio High School Coaches vs. Cancer doubleheader on Nov. 29 at Struthers Fieldhouse.
Warren officer who rescued man from house fire: ‘That’s what I’m here for’
Despite all the training and protocols in police work, there is no protocol that tells an officer to enter a burning building to rescue someone.
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NLI SIGNINGS Klingensmith to play lacrosse at Walsh CANFIELD Canfield senior Lacrosse player
North Canton woman federally indicted in 4 bank robberies
Fellicia Smith, 41, was a suspect in at least a dozen bank robberies in Northeast Ohio, police said last year.
Method 8 to screen latest film, ‘Pimbolton Park’
Staff report BOARDMAN Method 8 performing arts group will screen its latest movie, “Pimbolton
Latest ‘Fantastic Beasts’ covers a lot of ground
Eddie Redmayne stars in “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.”
Mahoning sheriff requests $23.8M from criminal justice fund
Mahoning County Commissioners on Thursday continued hearings on departments’ 2019 budget requests.
Martino clinches individual title in recent PDRA season finale
Tom Martino battled through three qualifying rounds and six rounds of competition to clinch the individual world championship.
ROY CLARK, 85 Country guitar great hosted TV show 24 years
By KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press Country star Roy Clark, the guitar virtuoso and singer who
Niles BOE to submit smaller renewal levy
After overwhelming voter rejection of the substitute 11.7-mill school levy last week, Niles Schools Superintendent Ann Marie Thigpen told the board of education she will recommend a smaller renewal levy for the May primary election.
Liberty schools approve agreement with Guaranteed Clean Energy
The school district expects to save on utilities with energy infrastructure upgrades.
Mahoning Republicans seeking applicants to succeed Judge David D’Apolito
The judge is joining the 7th District Court of Appeals on Feb. 8
Y'town residents voice views on reducing violence
Joann Jones of Youngstown’s East Side was one of numerous attendees at the Youngstown United meeting Thursday evening who wrote the names of people they knew who had died from violence.
Students learn about planets with special dome theatre
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Students at Poland Union Elementary School got to learn
Canfield Community Briefs
Kennsington Golf Club and CTW Development Corp. collect toys Kennsington Golf Club and Grille and
Kindness Club posts positive messages for Red Ribbon Week
Poland Middle School’s Kindness Club celebrated Red Ribbon week by posting positive sticky notes on the lockers at school.
Local author donates books to help end bullying
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com October is national bullying prevention month, and local
Austintown Fitch High School celebrates Spirit Week
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Austintown Fitch High School celebrated Spirit Week in
Poland Community Briefs
Seniors group to have Nov. 19 meeting The Holy Family Seniors Group will meet on Nov. 19 at Holy
Lauren Zajac | David Koval
CLEVELAND Lauren Elizabeth Zajac and David Matthew Koval were united in marriage June 30 during a
C.H. students’ creativity on display
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com C.H. Campbell Elementary School students were given the
AIS teams up with D.A.R.E. for bullying prevention month
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Austintown Intermediate School celebrated Bullying
Canfield Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants winter sports news Winter athletics will soon arrive and Neighbors wants to be
Austintown Community Briefs
Pre-kindergarten story time This program is for 4- and 5-year-olds to help develop pre-literacy
Canfield basketball players recognized at rally
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com To kick off the boys and girls Canfield basketball seasons,
Wilson leads Seahawks over Packers
The Seattle quarterback found Ed Dickson for a 15-yard touchdown to stay in the playoff picture.
Main library hosts annual Literary Society Fundraiser
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com New York Times best selling author Lisa Gardner spoke at
Hilltop celebrates Spirit Week
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School students participated in theme
Betts, Yelich run away with MVP honors
Boston’s Mookie Betts and Milwaukee’s Christian Yelich were runaway winners.
OHSAA FOOTBALL WEEK 13 | Previews of this weekend’s local regional finals
TONIGHT’S GAME CANFIELD CARDINALS VS. KENSTON BOMBERS What: Division III, Region 9 When &
Bitter battle for Florida Senate seat goes to hand recount
Florida’s acrimonious battle for the U.S. Senate headed Thursday to a legally required hand recount after an initial review by ballot-counting machines showed Republican Gov. Rick Scott and Democratic Sen. Bill Nelson separated by less than 13,000 votes.
Points power-play goals down Penguins
Brayden Point recorded hits first career hat trick after scoring three goals in 1:31.
Main library hosts annual Literary Society Fundraiser
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com New York Times best selling author Lisa Gardner spoke at
ohio Lawmakers pass anti-abortion ‘heartbeat bill’
House also backed ‘stand your ground’ gun legislation Associated Press COLUMBUS Lawmakers in
First-graders practice fire safety in Boardman
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Boardman elementary schools recently received special fire
The Morells to celebrate anniversary
struthers Mr. and Mrs. Albert Morell of Struthers recently marked their 50th wedding anniversary.
UK’s defiant May tells critics it’s her Brexit deal or chaos
Prime Minister Theresa May defied mounting calls to quit or change course Thursday over Britain’s withdrawal from the European Union, warning that abandoning her Brexit plan would plunge the country into “deep and grave uncertainty.”
County braces for long, pricey court case in family massacre
Two women who are the mothers of two suspects in the massacre of a family, and the grandmothers of the other two, pleaded not guilty Thursday to misleading investigators of the crime, which went without any arrests for more than two years.
GOP proposal would ban ‘free-speech zones’ on state campuses
The creation of so-called “free speech zones” designated for protests and demonstrations would be prohibited at Ohio’s public college campuses under legislation introduced by two Republican lawmakers, who say it’s aimed at protecting free speech.
mAHONING COUNTY Indictments
A county grand jury indicted these people on these charges Thursday: Chad Little, 33, East
Austintown hosts annual Veterans Day Assembly
Austintown High School hosted its annual Veterans Day Assembly Nov. 12 at the schools auditorium.
CLS implements new sideline rules
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield Local Schools is being proactive when it comes to
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 16
Today is Friday, Nov. 16, the 320th day of 2018. There are 45 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Struthers Middle School to donate socks
Struthers Middle School to donate socks Struthers Struthers Middle School will donate 2,300 new
Given-Krokoski engagement is announced
cOLUMBUs Bobbi Jo Given and James Krokoski, both of Columbus, are announcing their engagement.
BARBIE FASHION COMES ALIVE
In time for her 60th birthday, Barbie has a new collaborator bringing her wide-ranging style to life for humans.
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Springfield Township trustees, traveling meeting, 3475 E. South Range Road, New
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Brownlee Woods Neighborhood Association will host its monthly meeting Nov. 29 at
Don’t bet on Sen. Sherrod Brown making a bid for president in ’20
Opinion: U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown says being president is “not something I’ve dreamed about,” but he’s giving
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., 35.940.79 Aqua America, .20
NASCAR’s Big three, Logano will race for Monster title
Joey Logano is the outcast, statistically and socially, of Sunday’s championship field.
Caterer applications
Caterer applications YOUNGSTOWN The Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County will accept
BIRTHS
births st. elizabeth boardman hospitaL Randalyn Groves and Lucas Blick, Poland, girl, Nov. 14.
Correction
Editorial: Correction Shakyra Diaz, who campaigned in support of state Issue 1, is managing director of Crime
Jackson’s 3-pointer leads Buckeyes over Creighton
C.J. Jackson started slow, but hit two of the most important shots of the game.
There’s hope for white women
Opinion: By Tracey L. ROGERS OtherWords The Democratic “blue wave” may not have made as big of a splash
METRO DIGEST || Shots-for-Tots event Saturday
Shots-for-Tots event LIBERTY Masters Bar and Grill, 1675 Trumbull Ave., will host its fifth
Surplus food
Surplus food Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, various commodities, 8:30 to
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Madama Butterfly,” 8 p.m.: With a veteran cast and directorial
Brighter economy masks ongoing hunger in Valley
Editorial: The ongoing barrage of headlines trumpeting the robust health of a rejuvenated American economy is
All 3 fire stations are open in Warren
All 3 fire stations are open in Warren WARREN The Warren Fire Department is back to having all
COLLEGE FOOTBALL ROUNDUP Thursday’s games
Toledo 56, Kent State 34 KENT Bryant Koback ran 17 times for 192 yards and two touchdowns, and
Thursday, November 15 (109 stories)
FDA to crack down on menthol cigarettes, flavored vapes
In a major new effort to curb smoking, a top U.S. health official pledged Thursday to try to ban menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars and tighten rules governing the sale of most flavored versions of electronic cigarettes.
North Korea says it has tested ‘ultramodern tactical weapon’
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un observed the successful test of an unspecified “newly developed ultramodern tactical weapon,” state media reported Friday, in an apparent bid to apply pressures on the United States and South Korea amid a stalemated nuclear diplomacy.
Campaign hopes to persuade GM to 'Drive It Home' to Valley
Twenty years ago, the General Motors Lordstown plant was in a similar situation to the one it’s in today.
VA seeks to reduce GI Bill payment delays after IT woes
The Department of Veterans Affairs on Thursday promised to try to speed up payments to thousands of veterans after delays caused by information technology problems.
Trump visits Marines, talks at veterans’ event
President Donald Trump visited with Marines and spoke at a White House veterans’ conference Thursday amid fallout over his decision not to visit an American cemetery during his weekend trip to Paris to commemorate the end of World War I.
Niles supt. to recommend smaller levy for May ballot
After overwhelming voter rejection of the substitute 11.7-mill school levy last week, Niles schools Superintendent Ann Marie Thigpen told the board of education she will recommend a smaller renewal levy for the May primary election.
Mahoning GOP opens search for D'Apolito vacancy
With the election of Mahoning County Court Judge David D’Apolito to the 7th District Court of Appeals, his current position will become vacant Feb. 8.
Video shows GOP Miss. senator suggesting making voting more difficult for 'liberal folks'
A Republican U.S. senator from Mississippi is shown in a new video talking about “liberal folks” and making it “just a little more difficult” for them to vote.
Man shouts 'Heil Hitler' at Baltimore theater, causing panic
Man shouts 'Heil Hitler' at Baltimore theater, causing panic
Ohio lawmakers pass ’stand your ground’ bill, abortion limits
Ohio lawmakers pass ’stand your ground’ bill, abortion limits
2 Navy SEALs and 2 Marines charged in Green Beret's death
2 Navy SEALs and 2 Marines charged in Green Beret's death
Valley leaders to launch “Drive It Home” campaign in support of GM plant
Valley leaders to launch “Drive It Home” campaign in support of GM plant
Vettori indicted in cash theft from deceased client
Vettori indicted in $96,000 cash theft from deceased client
Judge: Florida election problems make it a 'laughingstock'
Judge: Florida election problems make it a 'laughingstock'
GOP proposal would ban ‘free-speech zones’ on state campuses
GOP proposal would ban ‘free-speech zones’ on state campuses
No charges in death of Ohio teen trapped in minivan
No charges in death of Ohio teen trapped in minivan
Canfield senior to play college volleyball at Tiffin U.
Canfield senior to play college volleyball at Tiffin U.
Roy Clark, country guitar virtuoso, 'Hee Haw' star, has died
Roy Clark, country guitar virtuoso, 'Hee Haw' star, has died
150 give accounts of sex abuse by ex-doctor at Ohio State
150 give accounts of sex abuse by ex-doctor at Ohio State
Youngstown schools cancel after-school activities due to weather
Youngstown schools cancel after-school activities due to weather
Shots-for-Tots appreciation party is Saturday in Liberty
Shots-for-Tots appreciation party is Saturday in Liberty
Salvation Army to kick off 2018 Kettle Drive at Mr. Darby’s tonight
Salvation Army to kick off 2018 Kettle Drive at Mr. Darby’s tonight
Mahoning sheriff, common pleas courts ask for more money in 2019
Mahoning sheriff, common pleas courts ask for more money in 2019
Community meeting at 5 today in St. Dominic Church
Community meeting at 5 today in St. Dominic Church
UK’s May battles to save her Brexit deal and her job
UK’s May battles to save her Brexit deal and her job
JC Penney withdraws profit guidance, cuts sales outlook
JC Penney withdraws profit guidance, cuts sales outlook
US retail sales rose a solid 0.8 percent last month
US retail sales rose a solid 0.8 percent last month
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
The rumors were true about Fleetwood Mac tribute band
The act performed the entire landmark “Rumours” album, took a break, and then returned for a second set that went back to the earliest days of the British band.
Warren Fire Department back to having three stations open
Warren Fire Department back to having three stations open
WEATHER WATCH | Slick conditions slow Valley travel
WEATHER WATCH | Slick conditions slow Valley travel
Feds raid Warren Fabricating HQ in Hubbard
“Warren Fabricating has done absolutely nothing inappropriate,” the company attorney says.
Couple tries to save pets, but husband collapses, rescued by Warren cop
“I woke up and I had flames behind my head,” she said, explaining that the controller behind her head was on fire. She was using the pad for her back, she said.
Timothy Combs, one of two murderers of Raymond Fife, dies in prison
Timothy A. Combs, who along with Danny Lee Hill was convicted of kidnapping, torturing, raping and killing 12-year-old Raymond Fife in Warren in 1985, has died in prison, the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections says.
Zero tolerance causes fear
Zero tolerance for policing immigrants is causing fear, said the founding executive director of HOLA Ohio.
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FOOTBALL East sets banquet for Dec. 6 at Mount Carmel YOUNGSTOWN An East High alumnus who
VINDY EXCLUSIVE || Covelli Centre has worst third quarter since '08
But the facility is expected to have a yearly operating surplus of more than $300,000.
The Midtown Men expand on ‘Jersey Boys’ roots
Michael Longoria has gone from playing Frankie Valli in “Jersey Boys” to a life that – in many ways – parallels that of the famed falsetto-voiced singer.
Christmas Past exhibit will light up Arms museum
The Arms Family Museum will again be sparkling for the holiday season when the Memories of Christmas Past exhibition opens Saturday.
Regional Chamber forecasts $2.1 billion investment in Valley next year
“Manufacturing is alive and well in the Valley,” chamber COO Sarah Boyarko said.
Cast matches intensity in YSU’s ‘How I Learned’
By ERIC McCREA entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Memory has a reputation for playing tricks,
Former commissioner reports theft of $35,000 bracelet from car
FFormer Trumbull County Commissioner James Tsagaris filed a police report Tuesday saying a $35,000 14-karat gold diamond bracelet was stolen from his car while it was parked at the McDonald’s restaurant at 162 North Road early this month.
Boardman students learn how to “Stop the Bleed”
Nearly 200 Boardman High School students received the training credited with saving three lives in the aftermath of the Tree of Life synagogue shooting in Pittsburgh on Oct. 27.
Another dollar store in Youngstown is robbed
Numerous armed robberies at such stores have occurred in the city in the past few months
Youngstown police officer breaks leg chasing suspect
Man charged with obstructing official business, possession of drugs and failure to comply
Mahoning officials request budget increases
Mahoning County departments are requesting a combined $2.4 million more than they received last year.
3 graduate from Y'town Muni Veterans Treatment Court
Judge Carla Baldwin stands with the graduates of Youngstown Municipal Veterans Treatment Court and Ken Boone, right, a court mentor. The graduates are Jason Hill, second from left, Isam Mitchell, second from right, and William Bares, front.
Comedy and magic will mix in show
The Youngstown Magic Club will present its annual Night of Comedy and Magic at the LaBrae High School auditorium
Doctor’s accusers: OSU staff knew of concerns
Associated Press COLUMBUS Alumni who say they’re victims of sexual misconduct by an Ohio State
SPORTS digest
Jackson thankful Bengals called again CINCINNATI Hue Jackson was talking to reporters outside
CNN sues the White House to preserve unfettered press
Editorial: CNN’s lawsuit against the Trump administration has broader implications than just the restoration of
Season of verbal clashes
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords The weather has turned cool and crisp (or so I’ve heard ... I’m in
Steelers game times changed in December
Steelers game times changed in December NEW YORK The NFL has moved the Chargers at Steelers game
Harvard’s ‘problem’ is a version of the one confronting America
Opinion: WASHINGTON In the hierarchy of pleasures, schadenfreude ranks second only to dry martinis at dusk,
Stormy Daniels lawyer Avenatti arrested
Michael Avenatti, who skyrocketed to fame as a critic of President Donald Trump and the lawyer for porn actress Stormy Daniels, was arrested Wednesday and booked on a felony domestic-violence charge, Los Angeles police said.
Stapleton cleans u again at CMA awards
Chris Stapleton won the most awards at the 2018 Country Music Association Awards and had the show’s best performance, almost capping a perfect night.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Little House’ actress MacGregor dies at 93 LOS ANGELES Katherine MacGregor, who
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday ABC Water and Storm Water District trustees, 2 p.m., Boardman Township government
Trump backs 1st major rewrite of sentencing laws in decades
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced his support for the
Guard troops continue search for more Calif. wildfire victims
Associated Press PARADISE, Calif. With at least 130 people still missing, National Guard troops
Family: Child at center of Ohio mass killing is safe
Associated Press COLUMBUS A child at the center of a custody dispute that may have set off a
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Church taking orders
Church taking orders YOUNGSTOWN Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church Hall, 526 W. Rayen Ave.,
Mahoning Valley Race Course | Wednesday’s Results
RACE 1 $16,700 - 3 yo’s & up, 5 1/2F, CLM $7,500 8 Summit Point (Dominguez, E.) $3.00 $2.20 $2.10
Postal Service reports 12th year of financial loss
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. Postal Service on Wednesday reported a financial loss for
Migrants in caravan arrive by hundreds at US border
Associated Press TIJUANA, Mexico Migrants in a caravan of Central Americans arrived in Tijuana
Dorsey says Williams will get a shot to be head coach
Browns GM begins process to replace fired Jackson
Columbiana holiday light display at Firestone Park opens Friday
Staff report COLUMBIANA The annual Joy of Christmas drive-through holiday light display in
Wildfire donations
Wildfire donations YOUNGSTOWN AT&T customers in the area can help people affected by the
OHSAA FOOTBALL | REGIONAL FINALS PAIRINGS
All games are at 7 p.m. DIVISION I FRIDAY Region 1 1 Mentor (11-1) vs. 7 Lakewood St.
Water garden
Water garden Ensuring survival of plants and fish is completed by doing your best job at
Judge blocks Kent State officials’ security fee for gun-rights event
Associated Press CLEVELAND A judge is blocking Kent State University officials from charging
THURSDAY
THURSDAY music Matthew McCright piano recital, 7:30 p.m., Wallace Memorial Chapel at Westminster
at the movies
FIRST-RUN Beautiful Boy (R) ss Ω Cinema South: Fri.-Thu. noon, 3, 6:15, 9:15 p.m. Dr. Seuss’
Still time to soil test
Still time to soil test There’s still time to sample the vegetable garden, lawn or flower beds.
Selling Timber – Know Your Stuff
Selling Timber – Know Your Stuff When: Today, 6-8 p.m. What: Timber sales should be well
“Station 19” (9:01 P.M., ABC): In an effort to bridge the gap between Lyon Family
“Station 19” (9:01 P.M., ABC): In an effort to bridge the gap between Lyon Family Management and
Leave tree wounds to self-heal
Q. What do I use to seal a large wound on my tree? Craig from Canfield A. Nothing. Unless it is
University stops fraternity’s activities after student dies
Associated Press ATHENS, Ohio A university in Ohio has ordered a fraternity chapter to stop all
Facing drug charges
Facing drug charges WARREN A Howland woman was arraigned Wednesday on several drug-related
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 15
Today is Thursday, Nov. 15, the 319th day of 2018. There are 46 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Get early spring blooms by forcing flowers
By Barb Delisio OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer If you want the beautiful spring bulbs to
A year in the life of an OSU Extension master gardener volunteer
By Pam Baytos OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer This year was packed full of events. Even
Home remedies can ease the pain of minor burns
Minor household burns are painful. They usually cause redness and sometimes blistering. Cold water
NIGHTLIFE
American Legion Post 737‚ö Lake Milton, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630 Fri: Jim
Wednesday, November 14 (80 stories)
Faulty heating pad likely cause of $40K house fire, official says
Amy Ford emerged this afternoon from her badly burned Wick Street Southeast home knowing her husband was in the hospital, two of her cats were missing and her house of 40 years had suffered major fire damage early that morning.
Details scarce on today's raid at Hubbard manufacturer
Warren Fabricating & Machining Corp. workers will return to work Thursday after being sent home this morning when federal investigators showed up to raid the manufacturing company’s Chestnut Ridge Road headquarters.
Ex-Trumbll commissioner reports jewelry stolen from car
Former Trumbull County Commissioner James Tsagaris filed a police report Tuesday saying a $35,000 14-karat gold diamond bracelet was stolen from his car while it was parked at the McDonald’s restaurant at 162 North Road early this month.
Zero tolerance tearing apart Valley families, communities, YSU speaker says
Zero tolerance for policing immigrants is causing fear, said Veronica Isabel Dahlberg, founding executive director of HOLA Ohio, speaking Wednesday at Youngstown State University.
Trump ally McCarthy to lead House GOP, work to win majority
Trump ally McCarthy to lead House GOP, work to win majority
Official: Michael Avenatti in Los Angeles police custody
Official: Michael Avenatti in Los Angeles police custody
Veterans Treatment Court graduates celebrate changes
Veterans Treatment Court graduates celebrate changes
Tim Combs, co-killer of Raymond Fife, dies in prison
Tim Combs, co-killer of Raymond Fife, dies in prison
Mattis, Nielsen arrive at US-Mexico border to inspect troops
Mattis, Nielsen arrive at US-Mexico border to inspect troops
Cosmetology students host annual hair and nail-a-thon
Students in the cosmetology program at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center will host their annual Hair and Nail-a-thon today from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at The Salon at MCCTC.
UPDATE | Attorney for Warren Fabricating releases statement following federal raid
Federal agents raid Warren Fabricating plant in Hubbard
ODOT plans big 2019 culvert replacement on Route 46 in Bazetta
ODOT plans big 2019 culvert replacement on Route 46 in Bazetta
Woman accused of snorting substance in front of cops
Woman accused of snorting substance in front of cops
Youngstown officer breaks his leg while chasing suspect
Youngstown officer breaks his leg while chasing suspect
Ex-commissioner Tsagaris reports theft of $35,000 bracelet from car at McDonald's
Ex-commissioner Tsagaris reports theft of $35,000 bracelet from car at McDonald's
Regional Chamber highlights economic gains and forecast
Regional Chamber highlights economic gains and forecast
Mill Creek MetroParks Dek Hockey rink project wins award
Mill Creek MetroParks Dek Hockey rink project wins award
Ohio Libertarians say they may sue to keep ballot access
Ohio Libertarians say they may sue to keep ballot access
Cortland Bank donates holiday meals to Success After 6 families
Cortland Bank donates holiday meals to Success After 6 families
HomeGoods ‘moving forward’ with Lordstown warehouse project, officials say
Company officials have declined to comment, however. And a line from the enterprise agreement application still suggests that the company is weighing options.
YSU’s beats Power Five Pitt for third straight win
Alison Smolinski scored 14 points in the fourth quarter, and the Youngstown State women’s basketball team led for almost 32 minutes in a 64-55 win at Pittsburgh
Judge denies bail in triple slaying
Attorneys argued Tuesday over testimony entered based on accounts of the crime’s only witness, who is 7.
Stars of ‘Fixer Upper’ help teenager get dream started
Chip Gaines, left, formerly of the HGTV show “Fixer Upper,” Zachary Jones, Zachary’s father, Michael Jones, and Joanna Gaines, co-star of the show, pose as Zachary receives a check for $8,906. He was selected as a finalist for Chipstarter, a video contest in which Chip Gaines promised to help selected candidates’ dreams come true.
VanGorder enjoys lone season at YSU
The season hasn’t gone the way Montgomery VanGorder envisioned, but he still wouldn’t trade his lone season in a Penguins uniform
Newton Falls woman federally indicted on theft of $375,000 from health care plans
A 26-count federal indictment was filed Tuesday accusing a Newton Falls woman of stealing more than $375,000 from health care plans she administered and using the money to pay for personal and business expenses.
Struthers residents distressed about rentals
According to city records, nearly half of the residential properties in the city are being used as rentals.
ODNR awards Canfield Township $196K grant for bike trail
The 3,800-foot trail would connect the Mill Creek MetroParks bike path to the township park by next year.
Don’t be distracted by social media
The paradox of my life as a social media researcher and columnist is that using Facebook, Twitter
Viola Davis on female strength
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer TORONTO To Viola Davis, being naked on screen or onstage means
Ahead of his time
By TED ANTHONY AP National Writer It became easy, in recent years, to dismiss him as the
Girard moves forward on surveying Upper Lakes
City council moved to a second reading a resolution that seeks professional engineering services for the city to survey the Girard Upper Lakes at Tuesday’s council meeting.
BUSINESS DIGEST || Petco, others respond to demand for natural pet foods
SMARTS Stories WARREN Members of the public are invited to attend SMARTS Stories, a monthly
METRO DIGEST || Liberty Fill-A-Cruiser event Saturday
The township police department will be collecting nonperishable food items, personal-care products and cash donations for families in need for the seventh annual Fill-A-Cruiser event.
K’nafa offers taste of Middle Eastern culture
Bouchra Semlani, a baker at K’nafa, removes pita bread from a wood-fired oven. Customers can watch the food being prepared as they wait for their order at the new Liberty Township eatery.
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and Canfield
A summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and the city of Canfield
Buying guide for holiday wines
The holidays are a wonderful time, with families and friends gathering for evenings of fun and food. In most households, these gatherings include some adult beverages, especially wine when it comes time to sit down to the holiday dinner table.
Will the moment seize Democrats?
Opinion: We are about to find out whether Democrats meant it when they lamented the loss of civility in
METRO DIGEST || Child left unattended in car; man charged
Child left unattended in car; man charged BOARDMAN Township police arrested WKBN morning anchor
Crestview’s Perry to sign with YSU track
Crestview’s Perry to sign with YSU track East Fairfield Crestview’s Dominic Perry will sign his
Appointment of acting attorney general challenged in court
Maryland is challenging the appointment of Matthew Whitaker as the new U.S. acting attorney general, arguing that President Donald Trump sidestepped the Constitution and the Justice Department’s own succession plan by elevating Whitaker to the top job.
Authorities identify first wildfire victims
Rescuers ramp up search as death toll rises to 48 Associated Press PARADISE, Calif. Ernest
Snitker, Melvin named Managers of the Year
Oakland’s Bob Melvin became the eighth manager to win the award three or more times.
The top-selling fiction audiobooks on Audible.com for the most recent one-week sales period:
The top-selling fiction audiobooks on Audible.com for the most recent one-week sales period: v
Bishops weigh anti-abuse strategy after delay set by Vatican
Several Roman Catholic bishops on Tuesday urged colleagues at their national meeting to take some sort of action on the clergy sex abuse crisis despite a Vatican order to delay voting on key proposals.
College Basketball Roundup Recaps of Tuesday’s men’s and women’s games
MEN No. 22 LSU 85, Memphis 76 BATON ROUGE, LA. Skylar Mays scored 19 points, transfer Kavell
Honest look at poverty
Opinion: By Saurav Sarkar OtherWords A few weeks before the election, a roomful of Wisconsinites gathered
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Jackson-Milton school board, 6:30 p.m., high school, 13910 Mahoning Ave., North
OSU drains Mirror Lake in advance of Michigan game
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio State University has temporarily drained Mirror Lake in advance
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., 34.720.99 Aqua America, .20
BIRTHS
births st. elizabeth boardman hospital Roger and Christina Martig, Youngstown, girl, Nov. 12.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS NBC, CBS fight for ratings dominance NEW YORK Score one week for NBC in what’s
Hall sends Devils over Penguins
Last year’s MVP enjoyed a four-point game including the winning goal
Amazon goes bicoastal: will open HQs in New York, DC suburb
Amazon has set its sights on two of the nation’s largest and most powerful metro areas, announcing Tuesday it had chosen a buzzy New York neighborhood and a suburb of Washington for its new East Coast headquarters.
4 arrested in killing of 8 family members
Authorities: Custody dispute played a role in the Ohio murders Associated Press WAVERLY, Ohio
Women each get three years for downtown robbery
The women told the judge they won’t be back in court.
Hue Jackson heads to Cincinnati
The recently fired Cleveland Browns head coach returns to the Bengals for his third stint.
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 14
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 14, the 318th day of 2018. There are 47 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Fitch Class to meet for breakfast Thursday
Fitch Class to meet for breakfast Thursday Austintown The Austintown Fitch Class of 1956 will
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 Python presents slithery situation at Goodwill store FORT WORTH, Texas A Goodwill
Bell doesn’t sign tender with Steelers
Pittsburgh’s star running back elected to skip the season in hopes of big free-agent deal.
nhl roundup Tuesday’s other games
Islanders 5, Canucks 2 NEW YORK Tom Kuhnhackl scored two unusual goals to lead the New York
Don’t let ideals of Issue 1 die with initiative’s defeat
Editorial: Ohioans rightly gave a severe thrashing to state Issue 1 on last week’s general-election ballot.
CNN lawsuit seeks return of Acosta’s credentials
Associated Press NEW YORK CNN took its access battle against the Trump administration to court
First lady calls for firing of White House adviser
Associated Press WASHINGTON In an extraordinary move, Melania Trump called publicly Tuesday for
Tuesday, November 13 (73 stories)
Lordstown officials confident TJX project on track; company mum
Nick Coggins, acting director of the Trumbull County Planning Commission, and Lordstown Mayor Arno Hill say the steps HomeGoods has taken recently make it clear the company’s $140 million to $170 million distribution center project is coming to Lordstown for sure.
Liberty's latest eatery offers new cultural experience for diners
Customers can enjoy fresh and delicious Middle Eastern food, lively music and a welcoming atmosphere at K’nafa, a restaurant that adds to the township’s diversity.
Canfield gets state grant for bike trail extension
A state grant will pay the majority of a more than $250,000 bike trail connecting the township park to the Mill Creek MetroParks bike trail.
Struthers residents want crack-down on rentals
Struthers residents aired their concerns about rental properties in the city during Tuesday night’s city council meeting.
Pink diamond sells for more than $50M, setting world record
Pink diamond sells for more than $50M, setting world record
FBI report shows 17 percent spike in hate crimes in 2017
FBI report shows 17 percent spike in hate crimes in 2017
Melania Trump publicly calls for White House aide's firing
Melania Trump publicly calls for White House aide's firing
Chiefs-Rams game moved from Mexico City to LA due to field
Chiefs-Rams game moved from Mexico City to LA due to field
Handwritten Einstein letter auctioned off for nearly $40,000
Handwritten Einstein letter auctioned off for nearly $40,000
Second suspect in New Castle homicide, denied bail, cries
Second suspect in New Castle homicide, denied bail, cries
Fla. elections supervisor hints she won't run again
Fla. elections supervisor hints she won't run again
E-cigarette company Juul halts sales of flavors at stores
E-cigarette company Juul halts sales of flavors at stores
UK Cabinet to meet after Britain, EU reach draft Brexit deal
UK Cabinet to meet after Britain, EU reach draft Brexit deal
CNN sues Trump, demanding return of Acosta to White House
CNN sues Trump, demanding return of Acosta to White House
Ohio State drains Mirror Lake in advance of Michigan game
Ohio State drains Mirror Lake in advance of Michigan game
Police: Human remains found on shore of Ohio creek
Police: Human remains found on shore of Ohio creek
Newton Falls woman indicted, accused of stealing $377,000 from healthcare plans
Government: Newton Falls woman indicted for stealing $377,000 from healthcare plans she administered and using the money to pay personal and business expenses
AP sources: DHS Secretary Nielsen expected to leave
AP sources: DHS Secretary Nielsen expected to leave
Man gets home from jail, finds residence ransacked
Man gets home from jail, finds residence ransacked
UPDATE: TV anchor dad arrested after leaving baby unattended in car
Dad arrested after leaving baby unattended in car
County planner, mayor: HomeGoods coming to Lordstown for sure
County planner, mayor: HomeGoods coming to Lordstown for sure
Report: Boardman dog shot after attacking 6-year-old child
Report: Boardman dog shot after attacking 6-year-old child
Retired bishop defies successor, attends bishops’ meeting
Retired bishop defies successor, attends bishops’ meeting
Hamas warns of more attacks as Israeli PM convenes Cabinet
Hamas warns of more attacks as Israeli PM convenes Cabinet
IAEA urges quick plan on Fukushima radioactive water cleanup
IAEA urges quick plan on Fukushima radioactive water cleanup
Amazon plans flights, package-sorting operation at airport
Amazon plans flights, package-sorting operation at airport
Ohio State drains Mirror Lake in advance of rivalry game
Ohio State drains Mirror Lake in advance of rivalry game
Penguins ice ’Berg in second half
YSU put the game out of reach with an 18-2 run with 14 minutes left in the game.
About 1,200 ballots left to be counted in race for Ohio’s 59th House District
“It’s not over,” Democratic candidate Eric Ungaro says of 59th House District race
Panthers, Fitch grad Hall gaining ground in big chunks
Fitch graduate Darrin Hall is coming off a 186-yard performance.
Police say woman admits she has same drugs that overdosed roommate earlier
Police say woman admits she has same drugs that overdosed roommate earlier.
Brown considers presidential run
Senator re-elected to third term Nov. 6 Staff/wire report CINCINNATI U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown,
Physician honored
Physician honored YOUNGSTOWN Help Network of Northeast Ohio recently presented Mercy Health
Busy times: WFMJ’s Balash talks sports at Curbstone Coaches
Dana Balash was Monday’s Curbstone Coaches luncheon speaker.
A no-harm holiday meal alternative
Whether for health or lifestyle, there are many meatless options available for the holiday main course
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., 33.73‚àí0.63 Aqua America, .20
GOP’s election strategy worked
Opinion: By Peter Certo OtherWords I can’t be the only one who spent the night of the midterms tossing
Massacre in California is call to action in Ohio
Editorial: To state and federal law- makers who refuse to support even the most basic gun-control legislation;
Tech giants slide, pulling US stock market sharply lower
Associated Press A broad sell-off in technology companies pulled U.S. stocks sharply lower Monday,
Disciplined Browns playing much better
From disorganized and dysfunctional to disciplined — and according to rookie quarterback Baker Mayfield, dangerous.
MONDAY’s OTHER COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
MEN No. 2 Kansas 84, Vermont 68 LAWRENCE, KAN. Lagerald Vick was 8 of 8 from beyond the
Manning rallies Giants with late TD pass
Eli Manning threw a 3-yard touchdown pass to Sterling Shepard with 53 seconds left.
State-of-the-art robot-assisted bariatric surgery in Mahoning Valley
Brought to you by MERCY HEALTH The mission of Mercy Health has remained steadfast since the
$9.8M in revenue
$9.8M in revenue AUSTINTOWN Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course reported slot-
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 13
Today is Tuesday, Nov. 13, the 317th day of 2018. There are 48 days left in the year. Associated
Reunions & Class Notes
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1956 will meet for lunch at The Elmton, 584 5th St.,
Hell on Earth
At least 44 confirmed dead, hundreds unaccounted for in California wildfire Associated Press
ON CAMPUS How local college football players did in Week 11
FBS BIG TEN Michigan State RB L.J. Scott, Sr., Hubbard — Didn’t play in the Spartans’ 26-6
JCC to host events
JCC to host events YOUNGSTOWN The Jewish Community Center of Youngstown, 505 Gypsy Lane, will
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Lowellville Board of Education curriculum committee, 5 p.m., conference room, 52
election 2018 Dems ride high on slow roll of wins
Associated Press NEW YORK No, it wasn’t a blue wave. But a week after the voting, Democrats are
north korea US analysts locate secret missile sites
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. analysts said Monday they have located 13 secret North Korean
Marvel Universe says goodbye to its brightest star
Writer revolutionized comic books, created legendary superheroes Associated Press LOS ANGELES
catholic church Bishops postpone vote on new steps to combat abuse
Associated Press BALTIMORE At the Vatican’s insistence, U.S. Catholic bishops abruptly postponed
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Michelle Obama memoir is next pick for Winfrey book club NEW YORK Michelle Obama’s
What will happen to Trumpism now that Dems control House?
Opinion: By Cokie Roberts and Steven V. ROBERTS Andrews McMeel Syndication Now that Democrats have won
Holiday services
Holiday services Information on special services for Thanksgiving Day or Eve will be published
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Muse: Tonight on “Tonight Show
SPORTS digest
Hubbard-Girard playoff tickets on sale Hubbard Tickets for the Hubbard-Girard football regional
Alliance police: Man had meth stashed in his underwear
Associated Press ALLIANCE Police in Ohio say a man arrested during a traffic stop had 33 grams
Q. After a friend told me she had great success with testosterone cream, I asked my gynecologist
Q. After a friend told me she had great success with testosterone cream, I asked my gynecologist
Monday, November 12 (68 stories)
Manning's late TD pass leads Giants past 49ers 27-23
Manning's late TD pass leads Giants past 49ers 27-23
Fitch students hear from veteran
AUSTINTOWN Austintown Fitch students paid tribute to veterans during a Monday morning assembly featuring patriotic choral arrangements and personal stories of valor and sacrifice. The school’s annual Veterans Day ceremony commemorated the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day and the end of World War I.
Ungaro: House race is not finished
YOUNGSTOWN It’s not over until it’s over. That’s what Eric Ungaro, Democratic candidate for Ohio’s 59th House District, wants his supporters to know as nearly 1,200 ballots in the contest remain to be counted. With a 409-vote lead over Ungaro, Republican Don Manning is the unofficial winner, according to final unofficial results from the Mahoning County Board of Elections. But Ungaro said Monday he will not concede until all of the provisional and absentee ballots have been counted.
Liberty students honor vets
LIBERTY The eighth annual Veterans Day assembly at Liberty High School honored veterans of past wars as well as three recent alumni who will soon serve the country.
Diocese probes another claim of sexual abuse
YOUNGSTOWN A month before the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown named 34 clergymen associated with the diocese who have been credibly accused of sexually abusing a minor, it received one new allegation that is now under investigation.
Bengals fire defensive coordinator after rout by Saints
Bengals fire defensive coordinator after rout by Saints
Judge: Sides in Florida recount should 'ramp down' rhetoric
Judge: Sides in Florida recount should 'ramp down' rhetoric
Lynching remark puts spotlight on Mississippi Senate race
Lynching remark puts spotlight on Mississippi Senate race
Bishops delay votes on combating church sex-abuse crisis
Bishops delay votes on combating church sex-abuse crisis
Tech giants slide, pulling US stock market sharply lower
Tech giants slide, pulling US stock market sharply lower
Campbell has town hall meeting on water plant future Dec. 1
Campbell has town hall meeting on water plant future Dec. 1
Alliance police: Arrested man had meth stashed in his underwear
Alliance police: Arrested man had meth stashed in his underwear
Amazon plans flights, package-sorting operation at Ohio airport
Amazon plans flights, package-sorting operation at Ohio airport
Ohio Democratic senator weighing 2020 presidential run
Ohio Democratic senator weighing 2020 presidential run
Austintown students pay tribute to local veterans
Austintown students pay respects to local veterans
Priest on leave as Y'town diocese investigates another claim
Priest on leave as Y'town diocese investigates another claim
CALIFORNIA FIRES | Officials reopen major L.A. freeway
Officials reopen major Los Angeles area freeway
Ivanka Trump defends her use of a private email account
Ivanka Trump defends her use of a private email account
The week ahead in business: Treasury report, consumer prices, Walmart earnings
The week ahead in business: Treasury report, consumer prices, Walmart earnings
Open enrollment declines, stable tax base to blame for projected deficit
The five-year financial forecast will be updated
Road, income tax levy renewals in Struthers, Campbell approved
A pair of levy renewals in Struthers and Campbell were overwhelmingly approved by voters last week.
Austintown schools Forecast predicts spending in the redSFlb
More students are choosing to open-enroll outside the district, leading to decreased per-student revenue, officials said.
Elliott, Prescott lead Cowboys past Eagles
The defending Super Bowl champion Eagles fell to 4-5 with their third straight loss at home
Kyle Busch, Harvick in fight for title
Kyle Busch won for the eighth time this season to tie Kevin Harvick
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Austintown Township trustees, 6 p.m., township hall, 82 Ohltown Road. Beaver
Professor to speak at ethics conference
Professor to speak at ethics conference GREENVILLE, PA. Robert Arnold, M.D., a professor of
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Emily Berger and Ivan Monroy Jr., Sebring, girl, Oct. 17.
Ursuline’s decision not to renew contract ‘blindsides’ Kempe
In the end, four playoff appearances in seven seasons as head football coach and three state championships during his decade and a half association with Ursuline wasn’t enough to save Kempe’s job
SPORTS digest
Girard, Hubbard tickets on sale GIRARD Tickets for Saturday’s regional final between Girard and
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 12
Today is Monday, Nov. 12, the 316th day of 2018. There are 49 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
‘Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch’ has top spot at box office
‘Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch’ has top spot at box office LOS ANGELES You’re a mean one – and you’re
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Charles G. Krebs, 65, of Fern Park, Fla., and Andrea
Pabst says MillerCoors is trying to put it out of business
Pabst Brewing Co. and MillerCoors are going to trial, with hipster favorite Pabst contending that MillerCoors wants to put it out of business by ending a longstanding partnership through which it brews Pabst’s beers.
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Drunk baggage handler falls asleep in hold, flies to Chicago CHICAGO Police say a
VETERANS DAY What’s open, closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed today for Veterans
Museum to host Christmas program
Museum to host Christmas program SALEM Charles Burchfield, watercolorist, spent his childhood
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
Kent State security fee for gun-rights event prompts lawsuit
A conservative advocacy group suing Kent State University officials argues the Ohio school is impeding free speech with a $1,800 fee to provide security for a planned gun-rights discussion at the student center.
China’s annual shopping frenzy shatters records again
Online shoppers in China have shattered last year’s record by making $30.8 billion in sales on the country’s annual buying frenzy Sunday, as the tradition marked its 10th year.
worth a look
book sales Salem Regional Medical Center Auxiliary will sponsor a “Collective Goods” book fair,
Mount Union gets Denison in Round 1 of Div. III playoffs
There was no formal watch party at Mount Union when the NCAA Division III football playoff field was announced
Trump stands alone at WWI observances
Associated Press PARIS For President Donald Trump in Paris, America First meant largely
3 arrested after fight near Suzie’s
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Three men arrested after a fight Saturday night outside Suzie’s Dogs and
Mayfield, Chubb lead Browns past Falcons
Before he rolled out of bed, Baker Mayfield had a premonition of near perfection
VETERANS DAY Scheduled events in Mahoning Valley today
A list of services, ceremonies and other events for Veterans Day as submitted to The Vindicator. All
VETERANS DAY | Area deals
Area restaurants and businesses are offering free meals and deals for veterans and military service
Leaders mark centennial of WWI’s end
Associated Press PARIS World leaders with the power to make war but a duty to preserve peace
No. 2 UConn women open season with rout of Ohio St.
Geno Auriemma knows he can rely on UConn’s three returning starters to play well this season
Whitaker is the wrong choice to replace Sessions as AG of US
Opinion: WASHINGTON Matthew Whitaker, President Donald Trump’s handpicked selection to replace Jeff
Four Valley teams advance to regional finals
For a fourth straight year, the Mahoning Valley will be represented in the state semifinals
COLLEGE FOOTBALL
COLLEGE FOOTBALL The AP Top 25 Poll The Top 25 teams in The Associated Press college football
Youngstown parade, tree-lighting ceremony begin 4 p.m. Nov. 30
Youngstown parade, tree-lighting ceremony begin 4 p.m. Nov. 30 YOUNGSTOWN The city’s holiday
D-Day hero honored
By Bob Jackson news@vindy.com BOARDMAN Suzanne Zadell had to learn about her father through
Embracing nationalism dishonors all US veterans
Editorial: As it did 100 years ago to the day, France took center stage Sunday in a worldwide salute to the
Williams batted 1,000 for America
Opinion: By Joe Guzzardi Cagle Cartoons This summer on a swing through Boston, I took the Fenway Park
Sunday, November 11 (85 stories)
Ohio prof sues over rebuke for calling transgender student male
Ohio prof sues over rebuke for calling transgender student male
Open-enrollment growth may send Austintown schools into red
Open-enrollment growth may send Austintown schools into red
D-Day pilot from Valley honored at Forgotten Heroes event
D-Day pilot from Valley honored at Forgotten Heroes event
'Grinch' makes off with $66M first weekend
It is another example of a box-office overperformer this year
2-vehicle crash kills 2 in Route 422 construction zone
2-vehicle crash kills 2 in Route 224 construction zone
Two regional finals in Trumbull County
Canfield, Girard, Hubbard and Warren JFK are the Valley teams still alive.
Bringing water, electricity to African villages topic of JCC program
The Jewish Community Center of Youngstown, 505 Gypsy Lane, will present “Sivan Ya’ari: Innovation Africa” at 6 p.m. Monday in its multipurpose room.
Medicare Check-up Day Wednesday at Ohio Living
The Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP) will visit Mahoning County Wednesday at Ohio Living Home Health & Hospice/Senior Center, 1110 Fifth Ave., to host a Medicare Check-Up Day event, beginning at 10 a.m.
Valley played critical role in WWI
Cassie Nespor, curator at Youngstown State University’s William F. Maag Library, shows photos from an exhibit at the library about Mahoning Valley residents’ involvement in World War I.
Helping friend cost Valley vet his life
Michael Tsarnas was killed in a knife attack at a Niles home where he went to help a Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics classmate move out. Tsarnas was a father of one and an Air Force veteran who had about a year left in his studies at PIA, where the campus director said he had become a mentor to younger students and a valued member of the PIA family.
YSU rolls UNI in complete performance on Senior Day
Youngstown State used its final home contest of the season to show what could have been.
Area residents spread holiday cheer to troops overseas
David Bennett, 9, of Columbiana pulls a freshly cut Christmas tree Saturday morning at Pioneer Trails Tree Farm in Poland.
YSU men’s basketball teams runs out of gas against Akron in defeat
YSU (0-2) played tenacious defense and nailed 10 3-pointers in a first-half bombfest, but couldn’t make it last.
Edmondson helps Warren JFK cut down Mapleton
Jordan Edmondson rushed for 231 yards and four touchdowns and Warren JFK racked up 393 total yards.
Springfield Township food and toy drive begins in December
Springfield Township and New Middletown fire departments are working with the township’s council of churches on the food and toy drive.
‘Sivan Ya’ari: Innovation Africa’ program at Jewish center
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Jewish Community Center of Youngstown, 505 Gypsy Lane, will present
Hubbard leaves Big Red blue
Hubbard senior quarterback Davion Daniels dominated the Big Red (10-2) with his arm and his legs.
METRO DIGEST || Cop number on fritz
The Boardman dispatch nonemergency number has been working off-and-on since about 2:15 Saturday, and there is no timetable when the number will be working properly.
Opera Western Reserve presents Puccini classic
Scott Skiba had to bow out as director of Opera Western Reserve’s production of “Madama Butterfly,” but fortunately, David Vosburgh was there to step in.
Butler chief Zona to give talk
Staff report LIBERTY Louis A. Zona, director of the Butler Institute of American Art since 1981
Could pop song win?
CMA Awards preview By KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. The midterm
BUSINESS DIGEST || Campaign for kids
Eat’n Park has kicked off its 40th annual Caring for Kids Campaign.
Boxcar Lounge at the B&O debuts fresh look, new menu
New operators of the Boxcar Lounge at B&O are eager to be part of downtown revitalization.
Carter’s collecting pajamas
Staff report BOARDMAN Now through Jan. 5, Carter’s store in Shops at Boardman Park is collecting
Laid-off GM workers want Trump to fulfill promises
During a July 25, 2017, rally in Youngstown, President Donald Trump made a promise to the crowd gathered at the Covelli Centre: “Those jobs [that] have left Ohio, they’re coming back.”
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
MID-AMERICAN ConferencE Football Saturday’s games
Eastern Michigan 27, Akron 7 YPSILANTI, MICH. Eastern Michigan intercepted Akron on three
MISSOURI VALLEY FOOTBALL CONFERENCE | Saturday’s other games
North Dakota State 48, Missouri State 7 SPRINGFIELD, MO. Easton Stick tossed five touchdown
Sex-abuse crisis tops agenda as Catholic bishops convene
Associated Press As U.S. Catholic bishops gather for their national assembly next week, the clergy
MILESTONES
MILESTONES HONORS Elder Rose Carter, executive director/lead organizer of ACTION – the Alliance
MASONIC groups
THURSDAY Ladies Oriental Shrine will have a luncheon and business meeting at Johnny’s Restaurant
Ohio woman to help decorate White House for Christmas
Associated Press AMELIA A florist from a village outside Cincinnati has been chosen to help
AREA RUNNING CALENDAR | Upcoming races & walks
NOVEMBER 22 — Warren Kiwanis Turkey Trot at Kent State-Trumbull, 4314 Mahoning Ave., N.W.,
AREA BOWLING LEAGUES
AREA BOWLING LEAGUES amron lanes Sportsman League — Mark Anderson 258-742, Art Bisner 245-709,
Support for US president among veterans puzzling
Opinion: Support for US president among veterans puzzling Why are President Donald Trump’s supporters so
Trump lays claim to DeWine
Opinion: At 7:29 Tuesday night, just as the Election Day polls were closing, the Ohio Lottery’s three-digit
YEARS AGO FOR NOV. 11
Today is Sunday, Nov. 11, the 315th day of 2018. There are 50 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Trump says 7 to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom WASHINGTON President Donald
Society to host dinner
Society to host dinner NEW CASTLE, PA Dr. Andrew Masich will be the keynote speaker at The
Leaders laud fallen soldiers on eve of armistice centennial
Associated Press PARIS Traveling from across the world to monuments honoring soldiers who fell
Mount Union’s defense scores three TDs
Mount Union’s offense and defense got into a scoring battle on Saturday afternoon
War posters discovered at NH library
One poster in a recently discovered trove vilifies the Nazis with a sword through a Bible and the words “This Is the Enemy.”
In ‘golden age’ of branded credit cards, shoppers cash in
NerdWallet Credit cards that are affiliated with brands – such as American Airlines, Uber, L.L.