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Former MS Consultant official at heart of corruption probe
YOUNGSTOWN A former employee at MS Consultants Inc. allegedly provided payments and benefits to ex-Youngstown Finance Director David Bozanich for at least 10 years during ...
Stories published October 13, 2018
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
#MeToo inspires wave of old misconduct reports to colleges
For 35 years, Ruth D’Eredita tried to dismiss her former professor’s behavior – the way he touched her, groped her and kissed her. But last year, as dozens of women came forward to share similar encounters with powerful men, she started to see her memories differently.

SDSU too much for Penguins in 36-7 victory
By BRIAN DZENIS bdzenis@vindy.com Youngstown State’s offense left the Penguins out in the cold for a 36-7 loss to No. 2-ranked South Dakota State. Despite outgaining the Jackrabbits 344-331 in total yardage, three scoreless trips to the red zone doomed the Penguins (2-4, 1-2 Missouri Valley Football Conference).

Something for everyone at annual Fall Festival
CANFIELD Whether creating something melodramatic, macabre or mischievous, Ron Roberts is neither shy about nor technical when explaining the secret behind his sharp creativity. “Patience, practice and tools,” the Salem man said to a youngster who inquired about how he had come up with precise and detailed ridges, grooves and curves that added a thick layer of realism to faces he carved in several pumpkins. Roberts’ talents were among the attractions that drew the interest of many people who attended the yearly Fall Harvest Festival on Saturday afternoon at White House Fruit Farm, 9249 Youngstown-Salem Road (U.S. Route 62).

Growing a beard led Bill Grischow to grow a business
STRUTHERS When Bill Grischow started growing out his beard last summer, he invested in some products to keep his facial hair looking nice. He tried different types of balms and oils, but was dissatisfied with all of them. Some were too oily; others weren’t oily enough.
Trumbull County manufacturing still recovering from recession
Trumbull County manufacturing still recovering from recession

Former MS Consultant official at heart of corruption probe
YOUNGSTOWN A former employee at MS Consultants Inc. allegedly provided payments and benefits to ex-Youngstown Finance Director David Bozanich for at least 10 years during which the city awarded the company multiple projects worth millions of dollars.
Trump praises McConnell's role in battle over Kavanaugh
Trump praises McConnell's role in battle over Kavanaugh
Pope defrocks 2 Chilean bishops accused of sex abuse
Pope defrocks 2 Chilean bishops accused of sex abuse
Turner homers as Dodgers beat Brewers 4-3 in NLCS Game 2
Turner homers as Dodgers beat Brewers 4-3 in NLCS Game 2
Boardman officer checked for injuries after Saturday crash
Boardman officer treated after Saturday crash
Newspaper says Turkey has audio of Saudi writer's slaying
Newspaper says Turkey has audio of Saudi writer's slaying
Annual black heritage visual exhibit opens at Ohio museum
Annual black heritage visual exhibit opens at Ohio museum
HURRICANE MICHAEL | Searches intensify after body is found in Michael's wake
Searches intensify after body is found in Michael's wake
Ohio man indicted for throwing toddler against wall, killing him
Ohio man indicted for throwing toddler against wall, killing him
Trump celebrates return of American pastor from Turkey
Trump celebrates return of American pastor from Turkey
Mourners pack funeral for 8 of 20 killed in NY limo crash
Mourners pack funeral for 8 of 20 killed in NY limo crash
Ohio man gets probation for death of infant daughter in hot car
Ohio man gets probation for death of infant daughter in hot car
Jim Taylor, Hall of Fame fullback for Packers, dies at 83
Jim Taylor, Hall of Fame fullback for Packers, dies at 83
Eagles survive slow start with third straight shutout
The victory was the 100th win for Hubbard coach Brian Hoffman.
Brungard’s perfect passing powers Springfield
Brannon Brungard was 9 fpr 9 for 194 yards and three touchdowns.
Clippers use big second half in rout of Devils
Columbiana center Wayne Davis delivered a motivational speech.
Rapp ends round with birdie; Mooney girls in sixth place
Poland senior golfer Alex Rapp’s final stroke on Friday has him excited for his final round of varsity golf.
‘Roadkill’ filmmakers set casting call for scene
Staff report The producers of the film “Roadkill McGillicutty” have announced a casting call for
Austalosh, Warriors both in contention in D-III tournament
Campbell’s Dean Austalosh opened with a 77. The Brookfield boys team is in second place.
Actress becomes witch at Universal
MAKE-UP, WIG AND CACKLE Actress becomes witch at Universal IF You GO What: Where: When:
Youngstown voters will consider three charter amendments on the ballot
Proposals to be considered include an anti-fracking initiative and eliminating term limits for city council and for council president

Warren Harding downs Cardinal Mooney
By MIKE McLain sports@vindy.com WARREN It’s not true that a high school from Warren hadn’t beaten Cardinal Mooney since Ted Bell led the Cardinals to a win over Western Reserve in a 1972 state title game. It only seemed that way, given that the Cardinals had won the last three games against the Warren Harding Raiders by a combined margin of 10 points. Included in the streak were one-point wins in each of the last two seasons.
HIGH SCHOOL schedule
SCHEDULE TOday FOOTBALL Warren JFK at Gilmour Academy, 2 p.m. CROSS COUNTRY AAC
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL ROUNDUP | Recaps of Friday’s other Week 8 games
Austintown Fitch 47, Erie McDowell 22 MILLCREEK TOWNSHIP, PA. Roddell Bebbs ran for 227 yards
COLLEGE FOOTBALL ROUNDUP | Friday’s games
No. 23 South Florida 25, Tulsa 24 TULSA, OKLA. Coby Weiss made a 22-yard field goal with 2
Browns rookie WR out with broken collarbone
Already thin, the Browns’ group of wide receivers has gotten skeletal.
MAHONING COUNTY | 2018 levies
Mental Health AND Recovery Board The renewal and increase of a 0.85-mill, five-year operating
YEARS AGO FOR OCT. 13
Today is Saturday, Oct. 13, the 286th day of 2018. There are 79 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
NCAA FOOTBALL TODAY Minnesota Golden Gophers at Ohio State Buckeyes
When: Noon, today. Where: Ohio Stadium, Columbus. TV/radio: FS1/WNIO-AM 1390. Records:
Brewers reliever Woodruff homers in Game 1 victory
Reliever Brandon Woodruff stunned ace Clayton Kershaw with an early home run.
Sex-crimes arrest
Sex-crimes arrest YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Marshals on Friday arrested a city man indicted Thursday on
Niles man who faced a murder charge in the February 2017 death of his infant daughter pleaded guilty to a lesser charge
Matthew Wilson, 33, of Niles, accepted a plea agreement to one amended first-degree felony count of involuntary manslaughter
SPORTS digest
Ex-YSU guard Morse signs G League contract Former Youngstown State basketball standout Cam Morse
Academic emergency
Academic emergency Time line In 2011, the state places Youngstown in academic emergency. The
Mahoning probate judge faces Supreme Court reprimand
Judge Robert N. Rusu presided over more than 185 cases in which he had previously served as an attorney.
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty: GIRARD Oct. 7
Trump vows to unearth truth about Khashoggi disappearance
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump declared Friday the U.S. will uncover the
Introducing the social climbers
Mixed flocks of gregarious, acrobatic, arboreal (tree dwelling) birds frequent feeders during the
Johnson, Knaus to part ways
There will not be an eighth NASCAR title for Jimmie Johnson and Chad Knaus.
Investors look to good economic news
Associated Press After a harrowing week for financial markets, investors will look for solid
Browns owners join group trying to purchase Crew
Browns owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam said they are part of a group trying to buy the Columbus Crew to keep the MLS team in the city.
Pa. AG: Cardinal faces no penalties by resigning
Associated Press NORRISTOWN, Pa. Amid unfolding sex-abuse scandals, Pope Francis has accepted
Yankees shortstop Gregorius needs Tommy John surgery
Didi Gregorius is the anchor of the Yankees’ infield, popular with his teammates and a fan favorite.
Safety group wants Hyundai and Kia to recall 2.9M vehicles
Associated Press DETROIT A nonprofit auto-safety group is demanding that Hyundai and Kia recall
Searchers find body in Florida town
Associated Press MEXICO BEACH, Fla. Search-and-rescue teams found at least one body in Mexico
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Bertha M. Anderson and Jarrod Lopez, Youngstown, girl,
Murder still haunts Wyo. after 20 years
Associated Press LARAMIE, Wyo. When two roofing workers beat a young gay man to death in Wyoming
Poland Foundation to honor three community members at banquet
Poland Foundation to honor an alumnus, teacher and administrator at this year’s banquet.
Melania says she loves husband, ignores cheating rumors
Associated Press WASHINGTON Melania Trump says she loves President Donald Trump and has “much
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
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Appreciation service
Appreciation service youngstown Faith Fellowship Church of God, 388 E. Midlothian Blvd., will
Rifle seminar
Rifle seminar NORTH JACKSON Youngstown Rifle & Pistol Club Inc., 8920 Shaffer Road, will host
‘First Man’ mission was to get it right
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer LOS ANGELES Making a movie about Neil Armstrong may not
Sunday news shows
Sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: White House
Koval-Christopher engagement is made known
Koval-Christopher engagement is made known
Greed and grievance are now the new bywords in the United States
Opinion: By Georgie Anne Geyer Andrews McMeel Syndication WASHINGTON Like many Americans struck by the
Need for church ‘Ladies Day’
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons As I type these words, my wife is eagerly anticipating the annual
Brian Dzenis: Jackrabbits could be vulnerable
South Dakota State lately looks more human than its No. 2 ranking in the Football Championship Subdivision suggests.
Children traumatized out of sight
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords In June, our immigrant-bashing president ordered an end to his own
Miss Brocious, Mr. Simmons to wed Oct. 27
Miss Brocious, Mr. Simmons to wed Oct. 27
Amazon’s ‘The Romanoffs’ is ambitious, lavish
IF YOU WATCH What: “The Romanoffs” Where: Amazon Prime Video When: New episodes every week
Amelia Metzger, Tyler Ralston set February date
Amelia Metzger, Tyler Ralston set February date
The Colemans celebrate golden anniversary
The Colemans celebrate golden anniversary
Take time out to put things back in order
Months of fishing can take its toll on the stuff that anglers lug around in their boats, so I took a
RECORD REVIEWS
Elvis Costello & The Imposters Album: “Look Now” Grade: A Like in “Anna Karenina,” the
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Marvel Universe Live, 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.: The live
MCCS, board seek levy renewals
Two levies up for renewal on the Nov. 6 ballot each account for about half the operating budgets of two county departments
JCPenney hiring
JCPenney hiring BOARDMAN JCPenney will host a National Hiring Day event from 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday
In search of answers for stretch-limousine tragedy
Editorial: A horrific tragedy of errors seeped in irony played out in an idyllic country setting of upstate New