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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Mahoning 911 to get major tech overhaul
Mahoning County’s 911 system will receive a multi-million dollar overhaul over the next six months.
Ex-owner of Austintown recovery center indicted on drug charges
The former owner of an Austintown recovery center was indicted in Columbiana County on 14 felony drug counts.
First sign language Starbucks opens in DC
Coffee drinkers in the nation’s capital can now order that tall pumpkin spice iced skim latte in sign language.
Sanctions upheld against high school marching band after questionable program
Sanctions against a Mississippi high school band were upheld Tuesday after a halftime program depicting police officers held at gunpoint was performed in a town where two officers were shot to death.
Trumbull planning administrator on extended sick leave again
Trish Nuskievicz, the executive director of the Trumbull County Plannning Commission, has gone back off of work indefinitely for unspecified medical reasons.
Cops, witness, victim testify today in Travis kidnapping trial
The felonious assault and kidnapping trial of Harold Travis Jr. began today with testimony from police officers, a bystander and one of the victims.
In chaotic era, conference aims to amplify 1st Amendment
Not long ago in the American republic, information was less chaotic – or, at least, seemed to be. Newspapers appeared reliably on stoops every morning. Reassuring men from three networks delivered the news at dinnertime. We knew what was true, what was false, what was important. Except it never actually was that way. Not really. And we now know that like never before.
Ex-recovery center owner indicted on 14 drug counts
Ex-recovery center owner indicted on 14 drug counts
Yahoo to pay $50M, other costs for massive security breach
Yahoo to pay $50M, other costs for massive security breach
Target offers two-day shipping with no minimums for holiday
Target offers two-day shipping with no minimums for holiday
Cordray: 'I'm the best candidate to move Ohio forward'
Cordray: 'I'm the best candidate to move Ohio forward'
Cosby judge rejects new trial bid; Camille Cosby sees bias
Cosby judge rejects new trial bid; Camille Cosby sees bias
Broncos backup QB Chad Kelly arrested in trespassing case
Broncos backup QB Chad Kelly arrested in trespassing case
Records: Suspect in Utah university killing was sex offender
Records: Suspect in Utah university killing was sex offender
US health chief says overdose deaths beginning to level off
US health chief says overdose deaths beginning to level off
Hurricane Michael killed at least 29 in Florida, 39 total
Hurricane Michael killed at least 29 in Florida, 39 total
Kasich appoints Renee DiSalvo to Youngstown Municipal Court bench
Kasich appoints Renee DiSalvo to Youngstown Municipal Court bench
THE RACE FOR OHIO GOVERNOR
Candidate for Ohio Governor Richard Cordray met with the Vindicator editorial board Tuesday, Oct. 23.
Bomb found at philanthropist George Soros' suburban home
Bomb found at philanthropist George Soros' suburban home
Judge rejects Cleveland-area politician’s bid to overturn conviction
Judge rejects Cleveland-area politician’s bid to overturn conviction
Federal grand jury indicts Warren man on drug-selling charges
Federal grand jury indicts Warren man on drug-selling charges
BMW to recall 1.6 million vehicles worldwide over fire risk
BMW to recall 1.6 million vehicles worldwide over fire risk
Trial underway for man charged with illegal possession of a gun
Trial underway for man charged with illegal possession of a gun
US stocks tumble in early trade after global markets slide
US stocks tumble in early trade after global markets slide
Authorities: Mom shoots 16-year-old son in Philadelphia home
Authorities: Mom shoots 16-year-old son in Philadelphia home
Pa. family pleads guilty to 84-year-old man’s fatal neglect
Pa. family pleads guilty to 84-year-old man’s fatal neglect
Youngstown cops cite Girard man for drunken driving
Youngstown cops cite Girard man for drunken driving
Mahoning Valley's unemployment rate drops to 5.3 percent in September
Mahoning Valley's unemployment rate drops to 5.3 percent in September
Fall senior citizens dinner is Wednesday at Austintown Fitch High School
Fall senior citizens dinner is Wednesday at Austintown Fitch High School
Ohio bill focuses on use, funding of school features like AC
Ohio bill focuses on use, funding of school features like AC
Boardman High School marching band performs Saturday
Boardman High School marching band performs Saturday
Trump sends CIA director to Turkey to review Khashoggi case
Trump sends CIA director to Turkey to review Khashoggi case
Mill Creek Park golf staff win prestigious PGA awards
Mill Creek Park golf staff win prestigious PGA awards
Trump vilifies caravan, says he'll cut Central American aid
Trump vilifies caravan, says he'll cut Central American aid
Driver injured in early morning crash, vehicle fire
Driver injured in early morning crash, vehicle fire
Council member, trustee seek seat
Neither Republican Don Manning nor Democrat Eric Ungaro support the November ballot’s Issue 1
Partnership between car dealership and community college prepares students for auto tech jobs
“We wanted to grow our own technicians. There is a serious shortage,” said Alexa Sweeney Blackann.
Bomb squad responds after Austintown homeowner disassembles pipe bomb
Bomb squad responds after Austintown homeowner disassembles pipe bomb
Six candidates are running for an open Mahoning County Court judge seat
They each say their experience is the reason they should be elected
Man gets 29 years in prison in child-rape case
Weathersfield man gets 29 years in prison after pleading guilty to 17 child rapes and other charges
Conservation projects vie for $1.9 million from Clean Ohio
Conservation projects vie for $1.9 million from Clean Ohio
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday ABC Water and Storm Water District trustees, 2 p.m., Boardman Township
Robbery attempt
Robbery attempt YOUNGSTOWN An armed man tried about 8:30 p.m. Sunday to get inside a locked
MEGA MILLIONS AND POWERBALL
MEGA MILLIONS AND POWERBALL Mega Millions Approximate prize: $1.6 billion. Drawings take
Trump escalates immigration rhetoric
The president attended a rally for former rival Ted Cruz on Monday.
YSU-Indiana State ticket specials set
YSU-Indiana State ticket specials set YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State University Department of
Morgan has edge in race for Mahoning judgeship
Editorial: It’s always a pleasure to inter- view candidates for office who not only have impressive resumes
Steelers take over first place by not playing
Losses by the Ravens and Bengals move idle team into top spot
Trump never fails to infuriate, Clinton consistently disappoints
Opinion: WASHINGTON Between the man who is president and the woman who ran against him, there is, for me,
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., 39.460.86 Aqua America, .20 37.89
Dems are the real bigots
Opinion: By Michael Reagan Cagle Cartoons The Democrats and their parrots and lapdogs in the liberal
Chardon facility deficiency free
Chardon facility deficiency free CHARDON Maplewood at Chardon, a luxury senior-living residence,
YEARS AGO FOR OCT. 23
Today is Tuesday, Oct. 23, the 296th day of 2018. There are 69 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v The Mighty Mighty Bosstones:
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Inflatable sea monster takes over a rusting warehouse in Philly PHILADELPHIA A
Study recommends significant sewer rate increases for Youngstown residents
City officials say residents can’t afford the proposed hikes
Warren man pleads not guilty to weapons charge
Police found Lewis C. Powell III passed out behind the wheel of a car Saturday.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Aylia Holmes and John Ohlinger, Youngstown, girl, Oct.
MAHONING COUNTY AREA COURT
MAHONING COUNTY AREA COURT Six candidates are running for the open Mahoning County Area Court
COLLEGE FOOTBALL How area players fared
FBS BIG TEN Michigan State RB L.J. Scott, Sr., Hubbard — Carried the ball 10 times for 25
Saudi prince’s future put to the test at investment forum
Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates Saudi Arabia is moving ahead with plans to hold a
Celebration of Neil Armstrong’s moon walk starts in hometown
The Ohio hometown of the first man to walk on the moon has begun a months-long celebration honoring the 50th anniversary of Neil Armstrong’s achievement.
Plea hearing postponed
Plea hearing postponed CORTLAND A plea hearing scheduled for Monday in Central District Court
Girard to seek grants to address basement flooding
Girard to seek grants to address basement flooding
OHIO HOUSE
OHIO HOUSE 59th District Two candidates are running for Ohio House 59th District representative.
Gas prices drop
Gas prices drop YOUNGSTOWN Gas prices in Northeast Ohio dropped nine cents this week to an
What should you do if you win the Mega Millions jackpot?
It might be tempting to share your news with the world, but financial advisors warn against it.
Chief: Hubbard Township officer contaminated by white powder while searching car
Hubbard Township officer gets naloxone treatment after searching woman’s car