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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Kravitz Deli preps for 80th anniversary with nostalgic reno
Kravitz Delicatessen on Belmont Avenue wants to remain true to its roots while accommodating to changing trends and tastes.
Local officials celebrate imminent removal of Mahoning River dam
The village celebrated a groundbreaking Friday morning, not in anticipation of a new structure, but rather the removal of one.
Claudia Hoerig subject of many reports in Trumbull jail
Claudia Hoerig, 54, who will go on trial Jan. 14 in the 2007 shooting death of her husband, Karl Hoerig, in their Newton Falls home, has generated lots of incident reports while housed in the Trumbull County jail.
Trumbull deputies find one dog dead, another without food or water
The Trumbull County Sheriff’s office said it received a call from a neighbor Tuesday saying he has been feeding and watering the dogs at the home where Dean and Martinez live periodically over the past few months because the couple has refused to do so.
Coroner identifies two Summer Street homicide victims
Coroner identifies two Summer Street homicide victims
Cincinnati Zoo sues for return of Koko's gorilla companion
Cincinnati Zoo sues for return of Koko's gorilla companion
Youngstown cops seize two guns and arrest two New Castle, Pa., men
Youngstown cops seize two guns and arrest two New Castle, Pa., men
17-year-old accused in alleged rape of 15-year-old
17-year-old accused in alleged rape of 15-year-old
Yosemite park rangers recover bodies of 2 who fell to deaths
Yosemite park rangers recover bodies of 2 who fell to deaths
Investigators press for break in missing Wisconsin girl case
Investigators press for break in missing Wisconsin girl case
Rare $1,000 'watermelon' bill sells at auction for $2M
Rare $1,000 'watermelon' bill sells at auction for $2M
Lowellville kicks off dam removal project with ceremony
Lowellville kicks off dam removal project with ceremony
Man arrested trying to steal Magna Carta from UK cathedral
Man arrested trying to steal Magna Carta from UK cathedral
US official says Putin invited to visit Washington next year
US official says Putin invited to visit Washington next year
US stocks slide, erasing gains from a rally a day earlier
US stocks slide, erasing gains from a rally a day earlier
NBC says it is canceling 'Megyn Kelly Today'
Megyn Kelly remains absent from show, NBC future in doubt
Ohio village says speeding tickets issued since ’13 invalid
Ohio village says speeding tickets issued since ’13 invalid
Warren woman escapes from pair who tried to rob her
Warren woman escapes from pair who tried to rob her
Ohio voters face an excellent, experienced field of candidates for Supreme Court
Editorial: The Vindicator gives the edge to Democrat Michael Donnelly and Republican Mary DeGenaro
Meghan's wedding gown goes on display at Windsor Castle
Meghan's wedding gown goes on display at Windsor Castle
David Yost's record fighting Valley corruption gives him edge in AG race
Editorial: His Democrat challenger has set the bar high, however
UPDATE | Cardboard fueled Austintown building fire
Firefighters at seen of huge fire near Austintown
Police: Mom who put plastic bag over son's head arrested
Police: Mom who put plastic bag over son's head arrested
MAIL BOMBS | FBI used fingerprints in mail bomb case arrest
FBI used fingerprints in mail bomb case arrest
A short-lived call for unity shelved for political barbs
A short-lived call for unity shelved for political barbs
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
Preschoolers learn about potatoes
The MetroParks Farms had an event for preschoolers to learn about potatoes on Sept. 25.
Trump plans to send troops to border as response to caravan
Trump plans to send troops to border as response to caravan
Police investigate double homicide on Summer Street
Police investigate a double homicide on Summer Street
Valley lawmakers go to GM headquarters to talk about Lordstown
Valley delegation meets with GM executives in Detroit
Rivalries fading away: Valley teams going separate ways
Canfield quarterback Paris Bumgardner examines the defense before taking the snap during practice Monday at the high school. The Cardinals face their cross-town rivals — the Poland Bulldogs — tonight in what may be last The Battle of 224 in the foreseeable future. Tonight’s
Evans’ goal lifts Mooney to district title
Bre Evans had one chance to score for Cardinal Mooney and she buried it.
Chevy Cruze earns Consumer Reports reliability recommendation
The Chevrolet Cruze earned high enough marks from consumers to make the list of Consumer Reports’ recommended models.
Apple’s former chief evangelist shares his “Art of Innovation” at Stambaugh
Not being afraid to change your mind is a sign of intelligence, Kawasaki said.
Canfield ousted by Massillon Jackson
The Polar Bears beat the Cardinals 2-0 in a Division I district final.
Former Extrudex executives indicted
The indictment alleges the plant’s then-general manager and safety supervisor silenced other employees, threatening their jobs.
Grace-ful goal lifts Champion over Warren JFK
Abbi Grace’s goal with 25:02 to play was the only score of the night.
Land contract lawsuit may be moved to federal court
The lawsuit is eligible for adjudication in federal court because it includes RICO accusations, which would be a federal crime.
Kohler’s hat trick gives South Range girls soccer first district championship
It didn’t take long for Bree Kohler to make an impact
‘Murderer’ filmmakers return with more
By ALICIA RANCILIO Associated Press NEW YORK The “Making a Murderer” filmmakers were in many
‘Hunter Killer’: a submarine movie on steroids
Film review ‘Hunter Killer’ Grade: 2 stars (out of 4) Rating: R for violence and some language
YSU gets $1.5 million endowment
Thomas sisters Janet Shanklin, left, and Gwen Watson speak at a news conference announcing their $1.5 million donation to the “We See Tomorrow” campaign in honor of their late father and Mahoning Valley businessman Paul J, Thomas.
New levy concept raises questions in Niles
The district has scheduled a public informational meeting on the substitute levy for 7 p.m. Monday at Niles McKinley High School.
Aqua Ohio says water rate increases will be smaller than expected
Aqua Ohio announced Thursday water rate increases planned for each of the next three years will be slightly smaller than expected.
Man shot dead in Imperial Street home
The death is the 14th homicide in Youngstown this year.
Boardman touts its strengths at annual fall update
Schools Superintendent Tim Saxton thanked the community for approving a May 2018 levy by highlighting the district’s recent successes at “Good Evening, Boardman,” the annual fall update hosted by the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber.
Long summer delaying full fall colors
Natash Fenby of Austintown and her dog Chloe enjoy a walk in Mill Creek Park under a canopy of fall foliage.
Tychonievich gives discussion on rock gardening
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com On Sept. 20, Fellows Riverside Garden hosted a lecture on
Pick a Pumpkin at the MetroParks Farms
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Mill Creek MetroParks Farms hosted a Pick a Pumpkin
Today is Friday, Oct. 26, the 299th day of 2018. There are 66 days left in the year.
Today is Friday, Oct. 26, the 299th day of 2018. There are 66 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
TV study: LGBTQ reaches new high
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES A record-high percentage of LGBTQ characters
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women Youngstown Branch will meet from 10 a.m. to
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Rocktopia, 8 p.m.: The dazzling show ($35 top $99), starring Dee
Trump plans to dispatch troops to border
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Trump administration is planning to dispatch at least 800
Austintown
Austintown Oct. 13 Arrest: After receiving a 911 call from a Dehoff Drive home, officers took
Saudi Arabia again changes story on Khashoggi killing
Associated Press RIYADH, Saudi Arabia Signaling a major pivot in its narrative, Saudi Arabia on
Canfield Community Briefs
Chainsaw safety class Chainsaws are helpful tools for landowners and foresters alike, but they are
‘Boom Boom’ Mancini visits the Inn at Poland Way
Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini, the retired professional boxer and former WBA lightweight title holder, spoke at the Inn at Poland Way Retirement community on Oct. 16.
Canfield Sports Briefs
Wrestling sign-ups open for upcoming season Wrestling sign-ups for the upcoming season can be done
Boardman Lions help local children find new coats
Boardman Lions hosted their 10th annual New Coats for Kids Program at the Target in Boardman on Oct.
Poland Union prepares for annual Holiday Shoppe
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Poland Union Elementary School is preparing to kick off
Preschoolers learn about potatoes
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The MetroParks Farms had an event for preschoolers to
Preschoolers learn about potatoes
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The MetroParks Farms had an event for preschoolers to
Watch D.O.G.S. program starts at AIS
Austintown Intermediate School is preparing to kick off its annual Watch D.O.G.S. program in November.
Preschoolers learn about potatoes
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The MetroParks Farms had an event for preschoolers to learn
Boardman Sports Briefs
Dunham advances to regional championships The Boardman Spartan junior Mitchel Dunham advanced to
Poland Community Briefs
Lions announce Peace Poster contest The Poland Lions announced their local Peace Poster contest
Preschoolers learn about potatoes
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The MetroParks Farms had an event for preschoolers to learn
$10K to Second Harvest
$10K to Second Harvest Youngstown The Giant Eagle Foundation has awarded Second Harvest Food
THURSDAY AROUND THE NFL
NEW YORK GIANTS WR Corey Coleman gets fresh start with new team EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. The
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, Austintown. Food
Republicans challenge ex-mayors for seats in statehouse
Former Trumbull mayors Holmes, O’Brien challenged by Republicans for statehouse seats
High School Mail Art Show will open at YSU gallery
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State University art department’s second-annual High
Northern Mariana Islands Super Typhoon Yutu crumbles homes, kills 1
Associated Press The strongest storm to hit any part of the United States this year crumbled
Volatility of Wall Street is back with a vengeance
By MARLEY JAY AP Markets Writer NEW YORK If you’re an investor who was lulled to sleep by the
Halloween trick-or-treat times
All trick-or-treating takes place Wednesday, Oct. 31, unless otherwise noted.
Gingerbread house contest at museum seeks entries
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Historical Society is partnering with Next Best Art
Fall foliage frames the skyline in downtown Youngstown.
Fall foliage frames the skyline in downtown Youngstown.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL ROUNDUP Thursday’s games
No. 13 West Virginia 58, Baylor 14 MORGANTOWN, W.VA. Will Grier threw three touchdown passes and
mahoning county Indictments
These people were indicted Thursday by a Mahoning County grand jury: Donald Lamont Tucker, 50,
Ford recalls nearly 1.5M Focus cars
Associated Press DETROIT Ford is recalling nearly 1.5 million Focus compact cars in North
Man gets three years for failure to comply
Sentence to run concurrent to federal sentence on gun charge
Former Veep Biden returning to Valley to campaign for Cordray
Opinion: Next week is the final full week before the Nov. 6 general election – and it will be a busy one.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., 34.560.33 Aqua America, .20 34.08
Keep Issue 1 provisions out of Ohio Constitution
Editorial: The Vindicator historically has viewed the Ohio Constitution as a sacred document singularly
3 more mail bombs discovered
Search of database points investigators toward Florida Staff/wire report WASHINGTON
THURSDAY AROUnd THE NHL
Penguins 9, Flames 1 CALGARY, ALBERTA Patric Hornqvist and Phil Kessel each scored twice and the
Austintown Community Briefs
Saxon club hosts pork-kraut dinner event The Youngstown Saxon Club, located at 710 S. Meridian
Koval-Christopher engagement is made known
YOUNGSTOWN The engagement of Ashley Koval and Joseph Christopher, both of Canfield, is being
Boardman says ‘no’ to drugs and ‘yes’ to community engagement
Boardman Schools put a unique spin on anti drug programing with their annual YES Fest on Oct. 19.
Sources: Official who missed call in Browns-Chargers game fired
The NFL fired down judge Hugo Cruz on Thursday for inadequate performance, two people familiar with the firing told The Associated Press.
SPORTS digest
Local flag football teams make nationals INDIANAPOLIS Two Youngstown flag football teams have
Trump’s gender ‘science’ is wrong
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords President Donald Trump is havig a problem with sex, and it’s not
Oct. 12
Oct. 12 Summons: After being pulled over on North Broad Street, Ashley S. Reyes, 26, of Clifton
Haley: Browns coaches are ‘on same page’
Browns offensive coordinator Todd Haley’s vast experience as an NFL coach — and kid — has taught him not to overreact.
‘We’re fixing it’
President says proposal will lower some US drug prices Associated Press WASHINGTON Less than
Nadine Anderson | Ben Mashburn
BOARDMAN The Rev. Daniel Houck officiated at 1:30 p.m. Aug. 17 as marriage vows were exchanged by
Theft: A man in his late 40s reportedly stole an unknown quantity of merchandise from Family Dollar,
Theft: A man in his late 40s reportedly stole an unknown quantity of merchandise from Family Dollar,
AROUND THE NBA | Thursday’s games
Pistons 110, Cavaliers 103 DETROIT Andre Drummond had 26 points and 22 rebounds, and the
THIS WEEKEND’S FOOTBALL GAMES ON TV & RADIO
THIS WEEKEND’S FOOTBALL GAMES ON TV & RADIO TODAY 6:30 p.m. (CBSSN) College football: Louisiana
OHIO HOUSE
OHIO HOUSE 63rd District Two candidates are running for the 63rd District seat. An * denotes the
$50K to buy church OK'd as part of chill-can plant
The city’s board of control Thursday approved the $50,000 purchase of a former church to be used as part of the $20 million chill-can plant being built on the East Side.
Struthers road levy renewal on the ballot this November
The original levy passed in 2014 and the renewal will be on the November ballot.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Megyn Kelly absent from show after blackface comments NEW YORK Megyn Kelly was
Watson wows in win over Dolphins
The Texans quarterback threw five touchdowns as Houston extends its win streak to five.
Space Force: Boon or boondoggle?
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons When I was a preschooler, one of my favorite Saturday morning TV
Angela Morris | Clinton Householder
BOARDMAN Angela Morris and Clinton Householder, both of Akron, were united in marriage Aug. 11 at
ON THE LINKS Thursday’s pro golf roundup
Champ ahead at Sanderson Farms JACKSON, Miss. Cameron Champ shot a 7-under 65 on Thursday in
Rachel Skoczylas | Ryan Tekac
WARREN The wedding of Rachel Skoczylas and Ryan Tekac took place June 16 at St. Paul Lutheran
Boardman Community Briefs
Dinner event to benefit group’s charitable endeavors St. Charles Knights of Columbus, located at
Learning to dance at the Metro Parks
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Mill Creek MetroParks recently began offering weekly
CVMS band joins Cardinal High School marching band
The Canfield Village Middle School eighth-grade band, under the direction of CVMS Band Director James Volenik, got to experience what it will be like to be a member of the Cardinal High School marching band on Oct. 19.
Community celebrates with Sunset at the Park
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com On Sept. 22 the MetroParks Farm hosted their annual
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