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WEATHER WATCH | Slick conditions slow Valley travel
WEATHER WATCH | Slick conditions slow Valley travel
V24: 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 ...
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, ...
Stories published November 15, 2018
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
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.
PREP ROUNDUP
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