43
Vindy.com for October 4, 2018
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Jump to: » Stories » Photos » Videos
Featured Stories
Select a date to see content for that day.
Stories published October 4, 2018
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Boardman's Forest Lawn to receive historic place designation
Throughout his life, Boardman resident Tom Masters recognized the uniqueness and beauty of Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
Avenatti blasts politicians' involvement in FBI investigation
Prominent national attorney Michael Avenatti, who’s exploring a 2020 presidential bid, sharply criticized the FBI investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct by Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh.
Suspect confesses to Leetonia hit-and-run fatality
A 28-year-old suspect confessed to striking and killing a Leetonia man Tuesday morning.
Mahoning commissioners approve Austintown, New Middletown sewer projects
During a Thursday meeting, Mahoning County commissioners added a new, nearly $614,000 sanitary-sewer rehabilitation project in the Wickliffe area in Austintown as requested by the sanitary engineer’s office.
Kavanaugh says he 'might have been too emotional' at hearing
Kavanaugh says he 'might have been too emotional' at hearing
KAVANAUGH | GOP Sen. Daines will be at daughter's Mont. wedding Saturday
Republican Sen. Steve Daines says he’s going to attend his daughter’s wedding back home in Montana on Saturday regardless of a possible weekend Senate vote on embattled Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh.
Avenatti back in town; calls Kavanaugh probe 'flawed'
Avenatti back in town; calls Kavanaugh probe 'flawed'
Ohio family purchases US flag shredded by Hurricane Florence
Ohio family purchases US flag shredded by Hurricane Florence
Mayor: Elimination of city firetruck results in demotions
Mayor: Elimination of city firetruck results in demotions
Blitz Live Poll Week 6 | Some hot games, players to pick
Week 6 of Valley high school football is in the books, and the Blitz Live team offers up these top players and games for you to decide.
Struggling Malawi school gets 1.4M books from Melania Trump
Struggling Malawi school gets 1.4M books from Melania Trump
AEP customers in Ohio to see savings from federal tax cut
AEP customers in Ohio to see savings from federal tax cut
Juan Romero, busboy who aided wounded Robert Kennedy, dies
Juan Romero, busboy who aided wounded Robert Kennedy, dies
Liberty firefighters offering free batteries for home smoke detectors
Liberty firefighters offering free batteries for home smoke detectors
Judge's ruling means Missouri clinic can't resume abortions
Judge's ruling means Missouri clinic can't resume abortions
Ohio judge disturbed by string of deaths at county jail
Ohio judge disturbed by string of deaths at county jail
Officials on scene of car, fire accident on North Side
Officials on scene of car, fire accident on North Side
GOP, Dems battle over secret FBI report on Kavanaugh
GOP, Dems battle over secret FBI report on Kavanaugh
YPD at scene after 2-year-old found unresponsive
Police at scene after 2-year-old found unresponsive
7 officers shot, 1 fatally, in South Carolina standoff
7 officers shot, 1 fatally, in South Carolina standoff
Woman faces several charges after kicking friend, police
Woman faces several charges after kicking friend, police
Liberty police check out weapons donated to Goodwill
Liberty police check out weapons donated to Goodwill
Suspect confesses to striking and killing Leetonia man
Suspect confesses to striking and killing Leetonia man
Poland Fire Department hosts open house
The Poland Fire Department, located at 111 S. Main Street (across from Wittenauer's Cafe), is hosting an open house on Oct. 7 from 12-3 p.m. for adults and children of all ages.
Summary of police activity in Canfield and Austintown
A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield and Austintown:
Champion server sets the tone against Liberty
Maggie Dunlap finished with 21 points and nine aces in victimizing the Leopards’ defense.
Abatements cost Ohio schools $125.6M
Property tax abatements caused 180 school districts across Ohio to forgo $125.6 million in revenue, according to district financial reports issued for the 2017 fiscal year
Niles finally agrees to inventory its assets
The recovery plan to get the city out of state fiscal emergency was moved to a second reading.
VanGorder steady despite YSU’s 1-3 start
Montgomery VanGorder had a record-setting day against Western Illinois because he was asked to do it.
Campbell water plant undergoes EPA inspection
Results of the inspection will be available near the beginning of November.
Edmonds found guilty of attempted murder
Jurors took nearly five hours to determine Terrance Edmonds was not acting in self-defense when he shot his girlfriend in the head July 21.
Poland senior Alex Rapp wins D-II district
Alex Rapp shot 74 and won a three-way playoff at Windmill Lakes.
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU announces 2019 Hall of Fame class
The Youngstown State Athletics Department will induct seven new members into its Athletics Hall of Fame on Oct. 27.
Halloween happenings: Haunted houses, hayrides and more
Events around the Valley DANCES The Friendly Squares monthly square dance: Oct. 13 from 7:30 to
A whirlwind year for ‘Venom’ star Williams
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer LOS ANGELES Michelle Williams can’t believe it’s been less than
Rock fest with Deadbeat Poets
Rock fest with Deadbeat Poets The third annual It’s Only Rock’n’Roll Festival will take place
Hilbun pleads not guilty in parent group theft case
She is accused of stealing $8,300 from the McDonald Parent Educator Group.
Austintown teen being held on felony pot-trafficking charge
An Austintown teen remains in custody on felony-level drug-possession and trafficking charges following his first pretrial hearing Wednesday in juvenile court.
Canfield nears hiring of tax administrator
Police department hosts its first “fall festival” on the Green on Oct. 20.
METRO DIGEST || Donaldson to plead guilty
Will plead guilty CORTLAND Mark J. Donaldson, 20, of Meadville Road, Farmdale, is scheduled to
Mahoning Republican chairman files complaint against Tim Ryan over ‘minor infraction’
The congressman acknowledged the error and says it will be fixed immediately.
Evolution of breast cancer treatment means more survivors
Breast cancer in its early stages is not always painful, and sometimes there are no symptoms, which is why it’s vital that women older than 40 get yearly screenings.
BALTIMORE ORIOLES
BALTIMORE ORIOLES Showalter, Duquette fired after 47-115 season BALTIMORE The Orioles will
YEARS AGO FOR OCT. 4
Today is Thursday, Oct. 4, the 277th day of 2018. There are 88 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
“Superstore” (8 p.m., NBC): On their first day back from suspension, Amy (America
“Superstore” (8 p.m., NBC): On their first day back from suspension, Amy (America Ferrera) and Jonah
‘We R Just Men’ at Rust Belt
‘We R Just Men’ at Rust Belt Kristina Terlecki and Harold Davis star in the musical comedy “We R
Springsteen put his blessing on Asbury Park rock festival
I was having a beer in The Stone Pony on Sunday afternoon. The legendary rock ’n’ roll bar in
Passing on garden cleanup means winter food, shelter for wildlife
Anyone who visits my garden in late fall, probably thinks I am not a very good gardener and seriously lazy.
NIGHTLIFE
Avon Oaks Ballroom, 1401 N. State St., Girard; 330-783-2222 Sun: Polka Party with Box On and Del
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK A Star Is Born (R) In this new take on the tragic love story, Bradley Cooper plays
US ends 1955 treaty with Iran in wake of ruling
Associated Press WASHINGTON In response to a U.N. court order that the U.S. lift sanctions on
When it comes to an employee’s health insurance, survey reveals companies continue to ... Pass the buck
By TOM MURPHY AP Health Writer If your employer is sticking you with a bigger share of the
School transgender policy studied
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Education Department said Wednesday that it is investigating
Foxtail grass can overtake gardens, injure or kill pets
By Marilyn McKinley OSU master gardener volunteer I am at war. Just so you know how I feel
Should I clean up in the fall?
Should I clean up in the fall? Cleaning up standing plants in fall is a general practice that can
Open house set for Saturday
Open house set for Saturday HUBBARD The Youngstown Blue Coats will host an open house from noon
Man faces charge of animal cruelty
Man faces charge of animal cruelty CANTON Scott A. Winter, who was arrested in Warren on
Dandelion herbicides best in fall
Q. Is fall a good time to use a pre-emergent to control dandelions? Wayne from Boardman A. No,
Making Art with Nature Workshop
Making Art with Nature Workshop When: Saturday, 10 a.m.–noon, orientation; and Sunday, 9
Time to plant a cover crop
Time to plant a cover crop From rye to clover, there are many options for planting a fall cover
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “A Christmas Story The Musical,” directed by Brendan Byers, will have auditions
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown, Canfield, Poland
A summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown, Canfield and Poland
Man pleads guilty in hit-and-run death of Cleveland officer
Man pleads guilty in hit-and-run death of Cleveland officer CLEVELAND A motorist arrested in the
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Hudson has third child LOS ANGELES Kate Hudson says her baby girl is here. The
Largest Ohio diocese will expand list of abusive priests
Ohio’s largest Roman Catholic diocese will join three other dioceses in the state and release a list of priests who have been removed from their posts because of sexual abuse and misconduct allegations.
BUSINESS DIGEST || Gravesite caregivers
Gravesite Cleaners YOUNGSTOWN Gravestone Cleaners is now operating in the Youngstown area. In
Study: 1 in 3 US adults eats fast food each day
Associated Press NEW YORK A government study has found that 1 in 3 U.S. adults eats fast food on
Stores make shopping for Halloween less scary
Associated Press NEW YORK Shopping for Halloween costumes doesn’t have to be scary. This year,
Big Ben and the Steelers search for consistency
The once high-powered Pittsburgh offense had its ups and downs in the first four weeks.
Girl dies from gunshot wound
Associated Press DAYTON Authorities said a teenage Ohio girl was shot and taken by car to a
pittsburgh penguins 2018-19 schedule
OCTOBER Today — Washington, 7 p.m. Saturday — Montreal, 7 p.m. 11 — Las Vegas, 7 p.m. 13 —
Koepka distressed over injured fan
The Ryder Cup representative is dealing with drama off the course.
Indians get a second chance at the ALDS.
Cleveland wants redemption after an early exit last postseason.
Kavanaugh vote set for Friday
Confirmation roll call could happen this weekend Associated Press WASHINGTON Senate Majority
nhl roundup | Wednesday’s games
Capitals 7, Bruins 0 WASHINGTON Alex Ovechkin and the Stanley Cup champion Washington Capitals
Cellphones across US receive test alert
About 225 million devices were expected to get the message Associated Press WASHINGTON
MVCAP dinner fundraiser is Friday in downtown Warren
Participants will enjoy a night of fun and food at various locations on Courthouse Square.
Judge’s decision on Dakota Access likely months away
Judge’s decision on Dakota Access likely months away BISMARCK, N.D. A federal judge’s decision
COLUMBUS DAY What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed Monday for the
Mauthe Bridge to be evaluated by MS Consultants
Poland Village Council approved a motion to have MS Consultants evaluate Mauthe Bridge.
Investors plan comeback for Toys ‘R’ Us
Group aims to bring back ‘iconic brands in a new and re-imagined way’ Associated Press There may
Penguins, Johnson ready for fresh start
Jack Johnson and Evgeni Malkin set aside their rivalry to win the Stanley Cup.
NHL PRESEASON A look at the 2018-19 Pittsburgh Penguins
Last season: 47-29-6, 100 points. Finished second in Metropolitan Division. Lost to Washington
automobile industry GM, Honda team up on self-driving vehicle technology
By CATHY BUSSEWITZ AP Business Writer General Motors and Honda are teaming up on self-driving
PHANTOMS NOTEBOOK From the Covelli Centre
New ownership: The Phantoms are now co-owned by Youngstown businessman Bruce Zoldan and Black Bear
economy Holiday sales expected to grow
Associated Press NEW YORK The National Retail Federation, the nation’s largest retail trade
Political divide no laughing matter
Opinion: By Tom Purcell Cagle Cartoons With all the vitriol in our politics – with all the disagreement
1 officer dead, 6 others shot in South Carolina
Associated Press FLORENCE, S.C. Seven South Carolina law-enforcement officers were shot
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., 42.891.34 Aqua America, 2.34
City police have busy day
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown police were busy Wednesday afternoon with a shooting on the
First lady begins tour with wave, baby in arms
Associated Press ACCRA, Ghana Melania Trump opened her first big solo international trip as
Devil is in the details with regard to new trade accord
Editorial: There is a question just about every Mahoning Valley resident is asking: Could the new trade
high schools
high schools GIRLS TENNIS Unseeded Dellick, Struthers duo qualify for D-II districts BOARDMAN
US Sen. Flake served the nation by refusing to be a team player
Opinion: WASHINGTON Preferring verbal felicity to practical wisdom, a character in a Benjamin Disraeli
Yanks top A’s for right to play Red Sox
Aaron Judge got the party started with a two-run homer nine pitches in.
Cortland Oktoberfest this weekend
The second annual Cortland Oktoberfest will take place Saturday and Sunday on Main Street.
Photos
Videos
