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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Dads, daughters kicked up their shoes at 16th annual dance in Boardman
Some of the girls age 5 to 12 at Boardman Park’s 2019 Father/Daughter Dance say they are already thinking about their wardrobes for the 2020 version of the immensely popular night out for fathers and daughters.
2 drivers killed in turnpike crash today
Two people were killed in a two-vehicle crash on the Ohio Turnpike in Braceville Township at about 1:43 a.m. today.
Janik assumes leadership of 910th at YARS
Air Force Reserve Col. Joseph D. Janik took over leadership of the 910th Airlift Wing during a change-of-command ceremony Saturday at the Youngstown Air Reserve Station.

Leo Connelly was wounded in 1967 while rescuing an American soldier
Connelly will be presented his Purple Heart at 11 a.m. today by U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Howland during a ceremony at the Trumbull County Veterans Service Commission in Warren.

Chaney checks a box against Mooney
Marqel Gillespie led the Cowboys (16-5) with 16 points, six rebounds, three steals and a block.
Boardman tops Harding to clinch AAC Red title
The Spartans scored the first 13 points of the game in a 74-53 win.
Boardman doctor faces 79 felony charges
Dr. James Prommersberger illegally prescribed opioid medications to 30 patients between 2013 and 2017, according to the indictment.
IUPUI tops YSU women to end Penguins’ five-game win streak
YSU had an off night at The Jungle as the Penguins fell 64-44 to IUPUI on Friday.
TLC's 'Our Twinsane Wedding' reception at Y'town's Powers Auditorium
If the reception hall in “Our Twinsane Wedding” looks familiar, it should. The celebration took place in the ornate lobby of Powers Auditorium in downtown Youngstown.
SPORTS DIGEST || OHSAA umpires meeting set for Sunday
The Youngstown Metro Umpire Association will hold OHSAA softball and baseball meetings on Sunday at The Saxon Club, 710 S. Meridian Road.
Indictments handed down in killing of young mother
A total of eight people were indicted in connection with Crystal Hernandez's murder.
South Range heats up for road win over Niles
The Raiders’ Chris Brooks led all scorers with 24 points.
Update on Warren dog whose owner is charged with animal cruelty
The Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County says Tinkers, an American bulldog mix, had to have two toes amputated after he was rescued from a home on Haymaker Street Northwest Nov. 9, then was returned to its facility.
Who will take home top prizes in music?
Predicting the Grammy Awards By MESFIN FEKADU and NEKESA MUMBI MOODY AP Music Writers NEW
Hubbard cops find home in deplorable condition, remove animals
Three animals were take from the Rebecca Avenue home.
Struthers council rejects including police in new fire building
Struthers police chief asked city council to include a new police station in plans for a new fire station.
Man indicted in death of woman found in trash can
Amy Begeot, 33, of Boardman, died the same day she was last seen, Oct. 24, when she was released from the jail, a detective said.
METRO DIGEST || Business owner gets probation
The owner of a Lisbon pallet company was sentenced to two years of probation for failing to carry workers’ compensation insurance on his business.
BUSINESS DIGEST || Health care facilities get new location
Alta Behavioral Healthcare and Meridian HealthCare are now serving new and existing clients from a new location: Wexford Center, 1950 Niles-Cortland Road NE.

Out-going 910th commander sees more growth on horizon
Opinion: Col. Daniel J. Sarachene was installed as commander of the 910th Airlift Wing and commander of the Youngstown Air Reserve Station in Vienna Township in February 2017. He will hand over command of the 910th Airlift Wing to Col. Joseph D. Janik at a ceremony today at the station.

Hoerig to spend at least 25 years in prison for killing husband
Claudia Hoerig sat next to one of her lawyers, John Cornely, prior to being sentenced Friday in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court to at least 25 years in state prison for shooting to death her husband, Karl, in their Newton Falls home.
Cheryl Thornton, Timothy Gallo plan spring vows
Cheryl Thornton, Timothy Gallo plan spring vows
Taylor Deemer, Anthony Zuppo III set wedding date
Taylor Deemer, Anthony Zuppo III set wedding date
The Mackovicks honored for 50th anniversary
The Mackovicks honored for 50th anniversary
WOLLITZ: Meme hits home that we don’t all agree
Columnists suggests fish are fish and sugar is sugar
The Gotthardts observe their 65th anniversary
The Gotthardts observe their 65th anniversary
RECAP OF FRIDAY’S NHL GAME
Hurricanes 3, Rangers 0 NEW YORK Petr Mrazek made 27 saves and the Carolina Hurricanes spoiled
Unite behind US goal to stamp out AIDS by 2030
Editorial: In his State of the Union address this week, President Donald J. Trump enunciated several policy
Manfred: No DH or draft changes likely for 2019
Don’t look for a National League designated hitter this year or for new anti-tanking rules in June’s amateur draft.
Climate change a health threat
Opinion: By Autumn Vogel OtherWords As a fourth-year medical student, I’ve learned plenty about caring
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Tamburitzans, 3 p.m.: This troupe performs the folk music and dance
The Lemonheads
The Lemonheads Album: “Varshons 2” Grade: B Cover versions have played a conflicting role for
Officials: Cold snap worsened potholes
Associated Press COLUMBUS Transportation officials in Ohio say dramatic swings in temperatures
Police: Man revived after overdose steals, crashes cruiser
Associated Press COLUMBUS Police in Ohio’s capital city said a man stole a police cruiser just
Sources: Bezos report leads to probe
Feud between Amazon CEO, National Enquirer may violate agreement Associated Press NEW YORK The
St. David’s Day Banquet set for March 2
Staff report CANFIELD St. David’s Society of Youngstown will host its 128th annual St. David’s
New perennials?
New perennials? If your perennial gardens needs an update, we’ve got the newest research to help
BLACK HISTORY MONTH | Scheduled events
Local events scheduled through February for Black History Month as submitted to The Vindicator:
It’s not too early to test seeds
By Marilyn McKinley OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer Q. How soon should I test my saved seeds
Not the easiest perennial, but worth the effort GAS PLANT
By Merabeth Steffen OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer The perennial I am most proud of in my
The Mackovicks honored for their 50th anniversary
BOARDMAN Robert and Amelia Mackovick of Boardman recently celebrated their 50th anniversary during
mahoning county | Indictments
A county grand jury indicted these people on these charges: Taylor A. Moore, 26, Nantucket Drive,
Today is Saturday, Feb. 9, the 40th day of 2019. There are 325 days left in the year.
Today is Saturday, Feb. 9, the 40th day of 2019. There are 325 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Growing popcorn in home gardens
By Bob Eister OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer It is a fond memory of mine. A cold winter
Canfield’s new website goes live
The revamped website went live Feb. 2, with upgrades such as online payments for utility bills and mayor’s court and an emergency text-alert system.
Sunday news shows
Sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: To be
Kathryn Watson, Zachary Sansone set 2020 date
Kathryn Watson, Zachary Sansone set 2020 date
Jessica Sopkovich, Andrew Decker to marry Aug. 17
Jessica Sopkovich, Andrew Decker to marry Aug. 17
Sarah Speziale, John Toy Jr. set summer rite
Sarah Speziale, John Toy Jr. set summer rite
Nicole Petro, Zachary Politsky set summer rite
Nicole Petro, Zachary Politsky set summer rite
OUTDOORS digest
Youth rifle program at Salem club Salem Salem Hunting Club, 549 N. Indiana Ave., is having a
Planning for veggies
Planning for veggies The vegetable garden plan starts now. What kind of plants? How many? Seeds
Nature Photography Exhibit
Nature Photography Exhibit When: Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. What: The skills of
FRIDAY ON THE LINKS pro golf roundup
PGA TOUR Mickelson, Spieth among leaders PEBBLE BEACH, CALIF. Phil Mickelson survived a wild
Roberts finds himself at center of Supreme Court
Associated Press Chief Justice John Roberts broke with the Supreme Court’s other conservative
Fire kills 10 at Brazilian soccer academy
Associated Press RIO DE JANEIRO A fire early Friday swept through the sleeping quarters of an
Acting AG says he hasn’t interfered in probe
Associated Press WASHINGTON Acting Attorney General Matthew Whitaker said Friday that he has
FRIDAY’s OTHER BASKETBALL GAMES
FRIDAY’s OTHER BASKETBALL GAMES Pistons 120, Knicks 103 DETROIT Andre Drummond had 29
Virginia governor says he won’t resign
Associated Press RICHMOND, Va. Virginia’s state government seemed to come unglued Friday as an
Baby shot in SUV in Chicago
Associated Press CHICAGO A 1-year-old boy who was shot in the head as he sat in the back seat
FRIDAY’s HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
SWIMMING Robb, Paris set meet records in Division II sectional AKRON West Branch senior
Cavaliers routed by Wizards
Bobby Portis had 16 points in the first quarter and finished with 30 for Washington.