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UPDATE | Suspect in killing of 11 at Pittsburgh synagogue acted alone, FBI says
President Trump decried today's violence as an act of 'pure evil'
Kravitz Deli makes changes but remembers its roots
Jack Kravitz, owner of Kravitz Deli in Liberty, center, Patty Rydawowicz of Inspired Catering, left, and Donia Foster, Jack’s sister, sit in the newly remodeled ...
Stories published October 27, 2018
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
SYNAGOGUE MASSACRE | Gov. Kasich orders flags to half-staff
Gov. John Kasich has ordered flags lowered to half-staff after a gunman’s attack on a Pittsburgh synagogue killed 11 people.
Possible hit-and-run in Bristol
Trumbull County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a possible hit-and-run involving a vehicle and an all-terrain vehicle at about 7:15 p.m. Saturday on state Route 45 N.W. near Nurse East Road and Peck Leach Road in Bristol Township.
Vindy Poll | If the election were held today which gubernatorial candidate would you most likely vote for?
If the election were held today which gubernatorial candidate would you most likely vote for?
Saturday march, rally to spur voting enthusiasm
The Youngstown Chapter of the Links Inc. and The Salon will team up to host a march and rally to maximize voter enthusiasm and engagement for midterm elections.
Multiple deaths in Pitt synagogue shooting; suspect caught
A shooter opened fire during a baby naming ceremony at a Pittsburgh synagogue on Saturday,
UPDATE | Suspect in killing of 11 at Pittsburgh synagogue acted alone, FBI says
President Trump decried today's violence as an act of 'pure evil'
Canfield routs Poland as rivalry is renewed
Poland and Canfield shared the Mahoning Valley media stage Friday morning, but the Cardinals took the night for themselves.
Dreams of dam-less river becoming reality in Lowellville
After five years of planning and discussions, a cement dam in the Mahoning River near Lowellville’s Water Street will be removed.
Winterburn’s blocked punt ignites Fitch victory
Fitch’s Nate Leskovac brings down Mooney quarterback John Murphy during the first half of their game Friday at Fitch Falcon Stadium in Austintown. The Falcons won The Battle of the Birds 24-14.
Struthers man accused of torturing animals, choking stepfather indicted
The man is accused of crucifying rabbits and making lingerie from their pelts, impaling birds and killing his family's dog with a crossbow.
Mecca couple arraigned on animals cruelty charge
The Trumbull County Sheriff’s office said it received a call from a neighbor Tuesday saying he has been periodically feeding and watering the dogs over the past few months at the home where Danielle M. Dean, 25, and Lance S. Martinez, 34, live because the couple has refused to do so.
Girard finishes strong in playoff push
The Indians finished with big wins over LaBrae and Liberty to secure a postseason berth.
Young mom, toddlers escape robbery in church parking lot
A city woman, 22, escaped from two males trying to rob her while she drove to church Thursday afternoon with her two small children for a Halloween party.
East spoils Hubbard’s bid for perfect regular season
Both teams should host first-round playoff games.
Columbiana finishes strong to share EOAC title
The Clippers pulled away from a halftime tie for a 33-14 win over East Palestine.
McDonald clinches 10-0 regular season, MVAC title, playoff berth
McDonald’s win wrapped up the 16th undefeated regular season in school history.
Youngstown cops say 3 homicides in two days tied to drugs
The killings are not related, police said.
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Recaps of Friday’s other games
Akron SV-SM 21, Ursuline 0 youngstown Terrance Keyes Jr. rushed for 163 yards and a touchdown to
Claudia Hoerig generating incident 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.
Poland levy seeks to boost emergency medical services capacity
In April, two Poland residents suffered cardiac arrests when there were no ambulances available. “That was the primary catalyst for this levy,” said fire Chief Chip Comstock.
Kravitz Deli makes changes but remembers its roots
Jack Kravitz, owner of Kravitz Deli in Liberty, center, Patty Rydawowicz of Inspired Catering, left, and Donia Foster, Jack’s sister, sit in the newly remodeled facility. The deli has been a fixture in the Valley for decades.
holiday happenings Halloween events, trick-or-treat times
A listing of Halloween events and trick-or-treating times as submitted to The Vindicator. All trick-
Concealed carry
Concealed carry Salem The Salem Hunting Club, 549 N. Indiana Ave., will have concealed-carry
October is a time for teaching
My father has been gone for 40 Octobers, a victim of the cigarettes that hooked him while he served
ON THE LINKS Friday’s pro golf roundup
PGA Champ, Xiong tied at Sanderson Farms JACKSON, Miss. Norman Xiong shot a 5-under 67 on
FRIDAY’S COLLEGE FOOTBALL GAMES
Boston College 27, Miami 14 BOSTON AJ Dillon carried it 32 times for 149 yards and a touchdown,
Efforts continue to block migrants at border
Associated Press CALEXICO, Calif. Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen said Friday that
RELIGION DIGEST || Accompanist needed
Accompanist needed HUBBARD Hubbard First Presbyterian Church is seeking a part-time accompanist
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Northern pike and muskie can be a pain
The sun emerged from behind a cloud to heat my black jacket enough for me to feel the warmth
Mail-bomb suspect charged
Facebook videos show him at Trump rallies Associated Press WASHINGTON Federal authorities
Rewind to first World Series
Opinion: By Joe Guzzardi Cagle Cartoons World Series managers Dave Roberts and Alex Cora have novel pre-
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., 34.25-0.32 Aqua America, .20
If you vote for Democrats Nov. 6, you’ll be voting against America
Opinion: By Michael Reagan Cagle Cartoons The midterms are coming up in a couple of weeks, in case you
Sunday news shows
Sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: To be
Reject eighth try for ban on fracking; say no to end of term limits for council
Editorial: What part of “no” – multiplied tens of thousands of times over in votes over five years – do the
BUSINESS DIGEST || Food bank gets $10K
Food bank gets $10K YOUNGSTOWN The Giant Eagle Foundation recently awarded Second Harvest Food
HIGH SCHOOL TOURNAMENTS
GIRLS SOCCER TOURNAMENT BRACKETS DIVISION I Thursday District final: Massillon Jackson 2,
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Kyla Kachelries and Gary Hurdley, Youngstown, boy, Oct.
SPORTS DIGEST || Former NHL President John Ziegler dies at 84
MacEachern, Phantoms beat Fighting Saints Youngstown Connor MacEachern scored twice as the
Go e-team, Go!
Can you make money playing video games? Absolutely. It was recently reported that during his
Jackson flags Bucs coach for taunts
The wicked helmet-to-helmet hit on Baker Mayfield is still reverberating.
Migrant caravan finds safety in numbers as trek continues to US
Associated Press ARRIAGA, Mexico Kenia Yoselin Gutierrez had long thought about migrating from
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Trump says Twitter removed followers – but he’s gained them NEW YORK President
Attorney general candidates tout their experience and qualifications
One is a two-term state auditor and the other is a former U.S. attorney
Upcoming events
Upcoming events Upcoming events to watch for at Kravitz Deli: Steelers vs. Browns Football
Cincinnati Zoo sues for return of Koko’s gorilla companion
Associated Press CINCINNATi The Cincinnati Zoo is suing for the return of a gorilla loaned to a
ohio senate debate Brown: Trump needs to unite country
Associated Press OXFORD, Ohio Ohio’s Democratic U.S. senator during a debate Friday evening
Ohio village says speeding tickets issued since ’13 invalid
Associated Press BUCKEYE LAKE, Ohio A central Ohio village police chief said speeding tickets
GM proposes nationwide zero-emissions program
By TOM KRISHER AP Auto Writer DETROIT General Motors says it will ask the federal government
Trump claims media trying ‘to score political points’
President back to usual attack lines at Friday rally Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C.
Canfield AD finds donor for liver transplant
Canfield athletic director Greg Cooper is getting a big boost from his own department
AROUND THE NBA
AROUND THE NBA Friday’s games Warriors 128, Knicks 100 NEW YORK Kevin Durant scored 25 of
Brian Dzenis: YSU’s football, cross country teams on move
A big November is in store at Youngstown State, but there’s still business to take care of this weekend.
METRO DIGEST || Offices evacuated
Offices evacuated YOUNGSTOWN The detective bureau and other police department offices on the
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
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Fitch senior night
Fitch senior night Austintown Fitch senior Conor Murphy is pushed by his father, Shawn, during the
Poland
Poland Fire dept. levy The levy is new and indefinite. With current property values, this levy
Sandra Armes, Frankie Molnar plan wedding
Sandra Armes, Frankie Molnar plan wedding
Kellee Davis, Daniel Raseta Jr. to marry Nov. 10
Kellee Davis, Daniel Raseta Jr. to marry Nov. 10
Maura Hyland, Joseph Santisi to marry Nov. 3
Maura Hyland, Joseph Santisi to marry Nov. 3
The Berchiks’ children host surprise party
The Berchiks’ children host surprise party