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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Ex-cardinal McCarrick defrocked, public demanding answers from pope
Former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick has been found guilty by the Vatican of sex abuse and defrocked, as calls rose today for Pope Francis to reveal what he knew about the once-powerful American prelate’s apparently decadeslong predatory sexual behavior.
Illinois killer illegally possessed gun that killed 5, wounded 6
The man who opened fire and killed five co-workers at a suburban Chicago manufacturing plant took a gun he wasn’t allowed to have to a job he must have known he was about to lose.
Boardman keeps strong swimming tradition alive
The Spartans will compete in the D-I district today at CSU.
Rep. Tim Ryan wants Amazon to consider NEO for HQ
The area failed to make the initial cut when Amazon searched for its second headquarters.
West Branch’s Robb sets district record in 100 breaststroke
Jamyson Robb set a meet record in claiming the district championship in the 100-yard breaststroke.
Infante attorney contends no support for RICO-like conviction
The attorney cited case law he believes shows Infante’s actions during 24 years in office did not constitute a criminal enterprise.
Murray’s hat trick powers Phantoms
It’s just been that kind of year for Youngstown Phantoms forward Brett Murray.
Major overhaul of Fifth Avenue to be discussed at Tuesday meeting
The other project would replace 11 traffic signals and remove 7 others downtown.
Strong third quarter helps YSU upend Green Bay
Youngstown State has an answer to the question “What about Green Bay?”

Eat’n Park’s a place for tears
The restaurant is closing for good on Sunday after 40 years on Market Street.

Boardman wins 14th straight in rout of Canfield
Boardman's Ethan Andersen (25) shoots during Friday action at Boardman. Derrick Anderson led the Spartans with 16 points.
Youngstown's 2nd domestic-related homicide in week
Her husband, Jason Hymes, 46, was arrested Thursday on a charge of felonious assault. She was pronounced dead from a traumatic brain injury.
Tubbs powers Chaney to rout of McDonald
Chaney boys basketball, in its first year back after a long hiatus, has returned in a big way.
Tichina Arnold finds sitcom home in ‘Neighborhood’
By JAKE COYLE and LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writers Would anyone – anyone at all – like to thank the
HBO film looks at African-American roller skate culture ‘United Skates’
AT A GLANCE What: “United Skates” When: 8 p.m. Monday Where: HBO By MARK KENNEDY AP
Cass McCombs
Cass McCombs Album: “Tip of the Sphere” Grade: A Cass McCombs follows up 2016’s “Mangy Love,”
BMV Amnesty program draws big crowd
Eligible drivers had a chance to clear reinstatement fees for their suspended licenses.
Hubbard woman turns self in Valentine’s Day
Police: Hubbard woman arrested again after violating bond deal

Mako robot makes joint replacement more precise
Surgeons at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital can now perform joint replacements with more precision, thanks to a medical robot called Mako.
Cafaro Co. subsidiary purchases Boardman Dillard’s
Dillard’s department store at Southern Park Mall was purchased for $8.92 million from a Cafaro Co. subsidiary. Dillard’s is closing the Boardman store no later than May 14.
Bezos vs. Pecker: A battle royale
Opinion: By KATHLEEN PARKER Washington Post WASHINGTON As stories go, the face-off between Jeff Bezos
Police: 3 people found dead near railroad tracks in Columbus
Police say the bodies of three people have been found near railroad tracks in Ohio’s capital city of Columbus
ON THE TRACKS Friday’s auto racing roundup
Lackluster racing dampens expectations for Daytona 500 DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. The Daytona 500 is
Trump tests power with border action
Emergency declaration already drawing stiff legal challenges Associated Press WASHINGTON
ON THE LINKS Friday’s pro golf results
GENESIS OPEN Kuchar apologizes, pledges $50K to caddie LOS ANGELES Matt Kuchar apologized
Thanks to many, Y’town loses ‘arson capital’ stain
Editorial: For many decades now, The Vindicator has lamented Youngs-town’s ignominious reputation as a hotbed
Declaration sparks new GOP divide in Congress
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s declaration of a national emergency to
FRIDAY’S OTHER PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOWLING Three Valley teams, several individuals qualify for districts STOW Austintown Fitch
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., 28.270.07 Aqua America, .20
Victoria Farris, Daniel Antonucci to exchange vows
Victoria Farris, Daniel Antonucci to exchange vows
Deadline extension in US-China talks possible
Associated Press BEIJING President Donald Trump said that “there’s a possibility” he would
Sunday news shows
Sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: To be
Nonpayment suit filed against Marchionda-owned contractor
The suit alleges the company is seven months overdue on a $33,607 payment for interior work at downtown’s DoubleTree hotel.
Help your feathered friends avoid dangerous window collisions
By Mary June Emerson OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer Not long ago, we had the opportunity to
Austintown man and Liberty woman face child pornography charges
Investigators find videos, pictures depicting child porn on seized cellphones
Check antique malls, thrift shops, restores to upcycle some fun UNUSUAL CONTAINERS
By Pam Baytos OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer This time of year I’m sure we’ve all been
PRESIDENTS DAY
PRESIDENTS DAY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
Gardening in the 19th century?
Gardening in the 19th century? There were lots of interesting varieties used years ago. Some are
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 16
Today is Saturday, Feb. 16, the 47th day of 2019. There are 318 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Jewels of Winter
Jewels of Winter When: Tuesday-Sunday, through March 3, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. What: Find the spirit
BY LYNN ELBER
BY LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES Tichina Arnold knew as a tot she was meant to
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v YSU basketball, 6 p.m.: The Penguins will put their five-game
Just rewards for El Chapo
Editorial: Chicago Tribune: El Chapo’s murderous Sinaloa drug cartel was based in Mexico, but for years its
Hundreds of firms excused from steel duty
Associated Press WASHINGTON Despite President Donald Trump’s tough talk on trade, his
Next: Tariffs on imported cars?
Associated Press DETROIT Sometimes, on a bad night, Brad Strong wakes at 2 a.m. and can’t get
Plant these to keep deer away
Q. The deer are eating everything I want to plant. What can I plant to have a beautiful garden that
Valley Spring Job Fair scheduled for April 2
Valley Spring Job Fair scheduled for April 2 YOUNGSTOWN The 2019 Mahoning Valley Spring Job Fair
Jack Wollitz: Fish will often provide signals
Anglers who don’t look for clues during their days on the water are going home with fewer fish.
Swamp devours Trump
Opinion: By Joe Guzzardi Cagle Cartoons President Donald Trump wants more people to come to the United
Pope approves miracle needed for Briton’s sainthood
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Pope Francis has approved a miracle needed to make Cardinal John
Yes, gardening is healthy
Yes, gardening is healthy Get more steps. Use your mind. Be creative. These are all a part of
YSU roundup
YSU baseball team falls to Mississippi State STARKVILLE, MISS. The Youngstown State baseball
Kaepernick, Reid settle grievances with NFL
It remains unclear if the NFL admitted wrongdoing or how much money Reid, Kapernick or others may have received.