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Thursday, January 31 (120 stories)
3 more charged in shooting death of young mother
Police have now charged six people in the Jan. 24 shooting death of a young mother in her East Side apartment.
Fight against immigrants is fight against U.S., deported Youngstown man writes
Amer “Al” Adi Othman has not forgotten Youngstown.
Driver sheers cruiser, strikes SUV carrying infant downtown Youngstown
A motorist struck two vehicles – one Youngstown police cruiser and another carrying an infant – after running the red light at Market and Front streets just after 2 p.m. Thursday, police said.
Mahoning JFS worker alleging 'cronyism' in hiring, promotions
A Mahoning County Department of Job and Family Services employee alleges a climate of “cronyism” in the county government through unfair hiring and promotion practices.
Late run lifts YSU over Oakland
A 23-4 run across the end of the third quarter into the fourth quarter lifted the Penguins
Inmate-on-inmate hostage situation quelled at NOCC on Hubbard Road
Inmate-on-inmate hostage situation quelled at NOCC on Hubbard Road
US quitting centerpiece of superpower arms control
US quitting centerpiece of superpower arms control
Frozen body of woman found in car outside McCartney Road store
Frozen body of woman found in car outside McCartney Road store
YSU holds slim lead against Oakland at halftime
Chelsea Olson was the only YSU player to make more than one shot in the first half.
Facebook says Apple its restoring key developer tool
Facebook says Apple its restoring key developer tool
Courts turn away hundreds of immigrants, blame shutdown
Courts turn away hundreds of immigrants, blame shutdown
Heat issue cancels classes Friday at P. Ross Berry building
Heat issue cancels classes Friday at P. Ross Berry building
Catholic leaders in Texas name 286 accused of abusing minors
Catholic leaders in Texas name 286 accused of abusing minors
AP sources: Knicks agree to trade Porzingis to Dallas
AP sources: Knicks agree to trade Porzingis to Dallas
US charges 20 people over Chinese birth tourism schemes
US charges 20 people over Chinese birth tourism schemes
Police: 'Empire' actor arrived home with rope around neck
Police: 'Empire' actor arrived home with rope around neck
Russia returns Alaska man who crossed Bering Sea in dinghy
Russia returns Alaska man who crossed Bering Sea in dinghy
Rand Paul awarded more than $580K after neighbor's attack
Rand Paul awarded more than $580K after neighbor's attack
Trump to say when, where he'll hold 2nd North Korean summit
Trump to say when, where he'll hold 2nd North Korean summit
Santone’s Hot Pepper Mix recalled from Sleepy Hollow Farm
Santone’s Hot Pepper Mix recalled from Sleepy Hollow Farm
Trump says State of the Union address to stress 'unity'
Trump says State of the Union address to stress 'unity'
Friday is American Heart Association's Wear Red Day
Friday is American Heart Association's Wear Red Day
Pa. Gov. Wolf seeks $4.5B capital program paid by Marcellus Shale tax
Pa. Gov. Wolf seeks $4.5B capital program paid by Marcellus Shale tax
Pelosi takes hard line against wall money in funding bill
Pelosi takes hard line against wall money in funding bill
US average mortgage rates edge up; 30-year at 4.46 percent
US average mortgage rates edge up; 30-year at 4.46 percent
Coroner: Ohio woman’s death in vacant house likely cold-related
Coroner: Ohio woman’s death in vacant house likely cold-related
Struthers mayor candidates file petitions with election board
Struthers mayor candidates file petitions with election board
Trump appears to sour on congressional border security talks
Trump appears to sour on congressional border security talks
Ohio diocese’s new leader is auxiliary bishop from New York
Ohio diocese’s new leader is auxiliary bishop from New York
Authorities: Cause of fatal Ohio mobile home fire undetermined
Authorities: Cause of fatal Ohio mobile home fire undetermined
Flemings adjust leadership roles at AIM Transportation
Aim Transportation Solutions, a nationwide full-service transportation provider, headquartered in Girard, announced the promotions of Scott Fleming and Geoffrey Fleming.
Nearly half of US adults have heart or blood vessel disease
Nearly half of US adults have heart or blood vessel disease
Celebrate Groundhog Day at inaugural Craft Beerfest
Celebrate Groundhog Day at inaugural Craft Beerfest
Court orders Vienna cop to complete recovery program
Court orders Vienna cop to complete recovery program
Police on the hunt for 2 more in woman's Jan. 24 death
Police on the hunt for 2 more in woman's Jan. 24 death
Warren girl, 12, charged with felonious assault of baby brother
Warren girl, 12, charged with felonious assault of baby brother
Vienna sergeant ordered to complete in-patient recovery
Vienna Police Sgt. Michael Sheehy was ordered by the Girard Municipal Court to complete in-patient recovery
Players with Youngstown connections chasing Super Bowl rings
A veteran journeyman, a high draft pick and a pair undrafted free agents will respresent Youngstown in Sunday’s Super Bowl LIII.
Two arrested in woman’s death
The third suspect was still at large Wednesday night; others could be charged also.
Goodell avoids answers to plethora of questions
The NFL commissioner did provide some nuggets of news on Wednesday.
It will remain unseasonably cold today, but warm up Sunday
Wind chills will be about minus 25 today.
Austintown looks ahead to 2019 projects
Township trustees said 2019 will bring an overhaul of the township’s “miserable” website in 2019, along with several road resurfacing projects.
Liberty police: Man tried to strangle woman, took child
Bond was set at $15,000 in Girard Municipal Court on Wednesday for a Youngstown man who police say tried to strangle the mother of his child and drove away with the child Monday night.
YSU ALL-SPORTS Schedule
TODAY MEN’S BASKETBALL YSU at Oakland, 7 p.m. WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Oakland at YSU, 7 p.m.
Pat Catan’s to close all 36 of its stores
The local stores are in Austintown, Boardman, Warren and Hermitage, Pa.
Monster truck driver loves the adrenaline rush
Driver Aaron Cain will return to Covelli this weekend.
Binder to celebrate new album with a party
Leanne Binder will release her fourth studio album this weekend and is throwing a party as a way to say thanks to her supporters.
YWCA celebrates International Women’s Day on March 7
Tickets go on sale Friday for the event that will be at the YWCA’s Youngstown office on Rayen Avenue.
School at Work offers grads path to better life
Bernadette McRae-Elliot, left, one of the School at Work graduates, receives her certificate of completion from Georgette Peters, the School at Work facilitator during the graduation luncheon at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital on Wednesday.
King of racist rants
Opinion: By Julie Duhn OtherWords Communities like mine are dying. Steve King, the congressman who
notices
notices baseball Youngstown Metro Umpire Association — is conducting high school baseball and
Minn. Sen. Klobuchar could end state’s presidential losing streak
Opinion: WASHINGTON Surely the silliest aspirant for the Democrats’ 2020 presidential nomination is already
Will Y’town ignore plan to cut spending – again?
Editorial: Eight months ago, an expert in public finances provided Youngstown Mayor Jamael Tito Brown and city
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Letang joins Coffey club as Penguins top Tampa
Kris Letang tied Hall of Famer Paul Coffey’s franchise record for career goals by a defenseman.
AROUND THE NBA WEDNESDAY
Celtics 126, Hornets 94 BOSTON Jaylen Brown had 24 points and 10 rebounds, Jayson Tatum scored
Racing great Roger Penske set for NASCAR HOF induction.
A month shy of his 82nd birthday, Penske pulled an all-nighter at Daytona.
Senator awarded more than $580K in damages
Associated Press U.S. Sen. Rand Paul was awarded more than $580,000 in damages and medical
CLOSINGS AND WARMING CENTERS
CLOSINGS AND WARMING CENTERS Closings The Mercer County Historical Society, 119 S. Pitt St.
WEDNESDAY’S MEN’S TOP 25 COLLEGE BASKETBALL
MEN No. 20 Iowa State 93, West Virginia 68 AMES, IOWA Lindell Wigginton scored a season-high
YOUnGSTOWN STATE BASKETBALL Today’s games
MEN Matchup: YSU (6-16, 2-7 Horizon League) at Oakland (10-12, 6-3). Tip-off: 7 p.m. at Center
Man charged with hate crime in plot against synagogue
Associated Press TOLEDO A man accused of plotting a mass shooting at an Ohio synagogue in the
Rams CB says he got threats from Saints fans
The comments on social media grew darker by the hour until Nickell Robey-Coleman decided to stop looking.
Virginia abortion conflict erupts
Associated Press RICHMOND, Va. A push by Virginia Democrats to loosen restrictions on late-term
HIGH SCHOOL
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES NOTE: All of Wednesday’s high school events in the
presidential primary Brown begins multistate tour ahead of 2020 decision
Ohio senator heads next to Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada and South Carolina Associated Press
“Gotham” (8 p.m., Fox): A military task force is called in to Gotham City to provide
“Gotham” (8 p.m., Fox): A military task force is called in to Gotham City to provide relief. “A
BLACK HISTORY MONTH | Scheduled events
Local events scheduled through February for Black History Month as submitted to The Vindicator:
New This week
New This week Miss Bala (PG-13) A woman finds a power she never knew she had when she is drawn
DeWine signs order on domestic violence
Associated Press COLUMBUS Gov. Mike DeWine has signed an executive order expanding Ohio’s policy
Facebook’s use of app revoked by Apple
Associated Press NEW YORK Apple says Facebook can no longer distribute an app that paid users,
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 31
Today is Thursday, Jan. 31, the 31st day of 2019. There are 334 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
‘Old Man and Sea’ play to premiere in Pittsburgh
The stage adaptation of “The Old Man and the Sea,” a brief novel published in 1952 and winner of the Pulitzer Prize, premieres Friday at the new Point Park University Playhouse
Trump warned of Afghan pullout risks
Associated Press WASHINGTON Trump administration claims of progress in talks with the Taliban
Rust Belt takes sitcom approach in ‘Stuck’
The RustBelt Theater Company is known for doing outside-the-box, locally written works featuring Youngstown, and its new episodic experiment, “Stuck,” checks all the boxes.
Opera young artists troupe to present ‘Goldie B. Locks’
The Young Artists of Opera Western Reserve will present “Goldie B. Locks and the Three Singing Bears” in the Stambaugh Auditorium ballroom.
Prosecutor: El Chapo feared prosecution in US
Associated Press NEW YORK Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman was portrayed Wednesday in closing arguments
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Woman, 3 kids killed in house fire
Associated Press AKRON Authorities said a woman and her three children were found dead inside an
border security Dems offer plan with no money for wall
Proposal is starting point for House-Senate talks Associated Press WASHINGTON Democrats in the
Rock festivals are coming into focus
It’s still months away, but Federal Frenzy will stir the pot with a new kickoff event Friday
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Joseph and Crystal McClendon, Youngstown, girl, Jan. 29.
Millennial presents 'Drop of Blood'
Sarah Ferguson-Burns stars in “Drop of Blood,” which will premiere this weekend.
Filmmaker to take new approach to Beatles ‘Let It Be’
By HILLEL ITALIE AP National Writer NEW YORK The Beatles’ farewell documentary “Let It Be” is
ARCTIC BLAST
Bitter cold result of split in polar vortex, a mass of cold air that normally stays bottled up in
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Lion King,” directed by Brendan Byers, Produced by the Oakland Center for
Wednesday, January 30 (101 stories)
Our weather's not great, but better than North Dakota
The unusually cold weather is sticking around today, but there is a reason to be optimistic: It’s expected to be close to 50 degrees Sunday.
Gunfire that killed mom holding son meant for boyfriend
Detectives say the woman who was killed last week as her 2-year-old son slept on her chest was not the target of gunfire at her McBride Street apartment.
All Pat Catan's crafts stores closing
Pat Catan’s, which sells retail arts and crafts, will close all 36 of its stores – including four in the area – during the fourth quarter of this year, according to Michaels, which purchased the stores in February 2016.
Bond set for man police said tried to strangle son's mother
Bond was set at $15,000 Wednesday in Girard Municipal Court for a Youngstown man who police say tried to strangle the mother of his child and drove away with the child Monday night.
Parole recommended for Manson follower Leslie Van Houten
Parole recommended for Manson follower Leslie Van Houten
VIDEO | Vindy Sports Live riffs on John Simon, Derek Rivers, Rams, Patriots, OHSAA and more
This week's Vindy Sports Live is posted.
Peter Jackson making new documentary of Beatles' 'Let It Be'
Peter Jackson making new documentary of Beatles' 'Let It Be'
Lawsuits demanding the PG&E pay for damages from wildfires
Lawsuits demanding the PG&E pay for damages from wildfires
NFL security chief: No threats to Super Bowl have surfaced
NFL security chief: No threats to Super Bowl have surfaced
Police: No footage yet showing 'Empire' actor being attacked
Police: No footage yet showing 'Empire' actor being attacked
Fed keeps key rate unchanged and pledges to be 'patient'
Fed keeps key rate unchanged and pledges to be 'patient'
Man charged with hate crime in shooting plot at Ohio synagogue
Man charged with hate crime in shooting plot at Ohio synagogue
Farmers National announces 2018 fourth-quarter results
Farmers National announces 2018 fourth-quarter results
Gov. DeWine's order updates workplace domestic-violence policy
Gov. DeWine's order updates workplace domestic-violence policy
Foxconn reconsiders plan for Wisconsin manufacturing hub
Foxconn reconsiders plan for Wisconsin manufacturing hub
ARCTIC BLAST | YSU, Kent State cancel Thursday classes
ARCTIC BLAST | YSU, Kent State cancel Thursday classes
Apple busts Facebook for distributing data-sucking app
Apple busts Facebook for distributing data-sucking app
YWCA celebrates International Women's Day in March
YWCA celebrates International Women's Day in March
US Sen. Sherrod Brown nominates Mahoning Valley students for military academies
US Sen. Sherrod Brown nominates Valley students for military academies
Super Bowl stadium looks to be a standout for hungry fans
Super Bowl stadium looks to be a standout for hungry fans
Sen. Sherrod Brown begins tour ahead of 2020 decision
Sen. Sherrod Brown begins tour ahead of 2020 decision
Trump says 'wall' must be part of lawmakers' border deal
Trump says 'wall' must be part of lawmakers' border deal
NEW CANCELLATIONS, CLOSURES | Latest updates are here
CANCELLATIONS, CLOSURES | Book signing canceled in Salem
Rasile, McDonald teammates take down Mineral Ridge
The Blue Devils held the Rams to three points in the third quarter.
Attack last week makes six for Vienna dogs
Two of the dogs that were the focus of a Vindicator story Sunday about the need for better Ohio laws have attacked six people in seven months.
Family retrieves remains of woman missing for 20 years
Lina Reyes-Geddes was identified in Utah last November as the Valley woman missing since 1998.
O’Shaughnessy’s 28 points power Poland over South Range
The Bulldogs overcame a slow start for their seventh straight win.
Orchids in bloom at Mill Creek Park
Spring feels particularly distant this week as low temperatures hit the Valley, but a kaleidoscope of color is in bloom at Mill Creek MetroParks.
Boardman forces more than a turnover a minute in rout of Howland
The Spartans forced 34 turnovers against the Tigers.
HomeGoods seeks guidance from Lordstown
HomeGoods engineeers are to redesign Hallock-Young as a through road.
Complaint: Vienna sergeant took two rifles from police department
Vienna police Sgt. Michael Sheehy was released from jail following the theft in office charges.
Film shot in Valley picked up at Sundance
Orchard Film Group has obtained North American rights to the thriller.
CEO search will involve focus groups
Youngstown City Schools Academic Distress Commission will meet with focus groups in the coming months as part of the CEO search
Warren, Trumbull County celebrate camera project completion
Trumbull County and Warren officials came together on Harmon Street on Tuesday to celebrate the completion of a security-camera project they expect to improve safety.
Austintown road workers clocked 27 hours during last storm
The township recently purchased two new about $150,000 road trucks, despite failure of a road levy years ago.
Bone-chilling temps, winds today call for caution
Bill Rupnik of Hermitage, Pa., walks Tuesday on East Golf Drive in Mill Creek Park when the temperature was about 20 degrees. It’s going to be considerably colder today with the high below zero and dropping to around minus-10 degrees tonight.
Cavaliers survive Wizards’ comeback
Cleveland nearly blew a 25-point lead in the final 6:58, but held on for its second consecutive win.
CLOSINGS
CLOSINGS These schools, businesses and other entities will be closed today and Thursday due to the
Tom and Julian: An NFL bromance for the ages
Tom Brady and Julian Edelam have been together for a decade with Patriots.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Cuomo’s CNN show has its best month against tough foes NEW YORK When CNN gave Chris
Trumbull commissioners to vote on appointment of Vienna man to Western Reserve Port Authority
Trumbull commissioners to vote on appointment of Vienna man to Western Reserve Port Authority
Buckeyes fall to rivial Michigan
Zavier Simpson recorded a triple-double in Michigan coach John Beilein’s 120th Big Ten victory.
No one comes out blameless from Covington controversy
Editorial: Cincinnati Enquirer: Nobody involved in what transpired at the foot of the Lincoln Memorial in
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 30
Today is Wednesday, Jan. 30, the 30th day of 2019. There are 335 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Campbell begins accepting bids for its water plant
After a year of deliberation, Campbell is ready to consider offers on its aging water plant
Rotary hosts speaker from Purple Cat
Staff report STRUTHERS Jimmy Sutman of The Purple Cat spoke at a recent meeting of the Struthers
TUESDAY’s HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL Canfield 63, Austintown Fitch 47 AUSTINTOWN Conor Crogan led Canfield with 18
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., 28.750.77 Aqua America, .20
Girard man arraigned on felonious assault, domestic violence charges
Police said Nicholas Chronister shot his girlfriend in the face with a BB gun last week.
fix FOR FaceTime bug
fix FOR FaceTime bug Apple has disabled a group-chat function in FaceTime after users said a
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
State auditor removes Mecca Township from its unauditable list
The township was put on the list more than 22 months ago
Foreign workers win big
Opinion: By Joe Guzzardi Cagle Cartoons If asked to identify the most unnecessary visa, an answer would
Apple opens new chapter as iPhone sales, stock fall
Associated Press SAN FRANCISO Apple hoped to offset slowing demand for iPhones by raising the
Mercy Health Howland Medical Center debuts second floor addition
Mercy Health Howland Medical Center increases primary care capacity
Medical helicopter crashes in remote woods, killing 3
Authorities say three crew members aboard a medical helicopter have died in a crash in remote woods in southeastern Ohio
Democrats have their Thatcher in Elizabeth Warren, if they dare
Opinion: WASHINGTON Margaret Thatcher’s description of herself as a “conviction politician” alarmed some
Third time is a charm at Scacchetti's Ironwood Grille
Third time is a charm at Scacchetti's Ironwood Grille
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Columbiana County Board of Elections, 1 p.m., 7989 Dickey Drive Suite 3, Lisbon.
Score major points with delicious game day dishes
Family Features If the crew is coming over to root for your favorite team, it may be time to spice
WEATHER TIPS
WEATHER TIPS What to do The Federal Emergency Management Agency issued these tips for people
Tuesday, January 29 (98 stories)
HomeGoods engineers reworking plans after cul de sac denial
Village council’s 3-2 vote Jan. 22 against approving a cul-de-sac for Hallock Young Road as part of the TJX/HomeGoods warehouse project has sent HomeGoods engineers back to the drawing board.
Film shot in Valley obtains distribution deal at Sundance
“Them That Follow,” the film that was shot in the Mahoning Valley in 2017, has picked up a distribution deal.
Dogs will suffer, can die if left outdoors this week, Animal Charity warns
Animal Charity is urging pet owners to bring their animals indoors during this week's extreme cold.
Youngstown schools panel planning focus groups for CEO search
Youngstown City Schools Academic Distress Commission will meet with focus groups in the coming months as part of the CEO search.
Security camera installation completed in downtown Warren
Trumbull County and Warren officials came together on Harmon Street on Tuesday to celebrate the completion of a security-camera project they expect to improve safety.
WINTER BLAST | Services canceled at Temple El Emeth
WINTER BLAST | Services canceled at Temple El Emeth
US Rep. Tim Ryan praises decision extending vets benefits
US Rep. Tim Ryan praises decision extending vets benefits
Mahoning County curbside recycling canceled Wednesday
Mahoning County curbside recycling canceled Wednesday
WINTER BLAST | Add Boardman, Canfield, Austintown to school closings
WINTER BLAST | Add Boardman, Canfield, Austintown to school closings
Pastor pleads guilty to sex trafficking of teen girls
Pastor pleads guilty to sex trafficking of teen girls
Pa. Gov. Wolf calls anew to expand background checks to gun shows
Pa. Gov. Wolf calls anew to expand background checks to gun shows
Judge dismisses wrongful-death claim against Dayton Walmart
Judge dismisses wrongful-death claim against Dayton Walmart
VIDEO | Bertram de Souza talks Lordstown, Camp Ravenna jobs and city snow struggles
Editorial Page Editor Bertram de Souza Q&A.
UPDATE | School resource officer accused of taking AR-15s, cash
UPDATE | School resource officer accused of taking AR-15s, cash
UPDATE | US intel chiefs contradict Trump on NKorea, IS group threats
US intel chiefs contradict Trump on NKorea, IS group threats
Family of 14-year-old girl killed in Cleveland sues school
Family of 14-year-old girl killed in Cleveland sues school
Fund pays more than $1.2M to those impacted by building shooting in Cincy
Fund pays more than $1.2M to those impacted by building shooting in Cincy
Warren woman arraigned on child-endangering charge
Warren woman arraigned on child-endangering charge
Trump confidant Roger Stone pleads not guilty to charges
Trump confidant Roger Stone pleads not guilty to charges
Monster truck tickets in exchange for school supplies
Monster truck tickets in exchange for school supplies
China tells US to stop 'unreasonable crackdown' on Huawei
China tells US to stop 'unreasonable crackdown' on Huawei
President Trump dismisses tell-all book as 'made up stories'
President Trump dismisses tell-all book as 'made up stories'
Mecca Twp. removed from Ohio auditor's 'unauditable' list
Mecca Twp. removed from Ohio auditor's 'unauditable' list
Atlanta braces for plunging temperatures, ice, maybe snow
Atlanta braces for plunging temperatures, ice, maybe snow
WINTER BLAST | WRTA offer free rides Wednesday and Thursday
WINTER BLAST | WRTA offer free rides Wednesday and Thursday
Greatest Turns 10 — Sponsor & Play invite
Merry Christmas from Greatest Golfer Central. The holidays brings the end of 2018 and the launch of 2019. That’s cool this year because we’re closer to this truth:
Shepas positive over return of Steel Valley Conference
Chaney, East joining with Mooney, Ursuline for football
A second round of interviews for Youngstown finance director will be in February or March
There are four finalists, but only three may be interviewed
Warren woman faces child-endangering charge
Elisa Elliott said she accidentally left her 5-year-old daughter in a van.
Details emerge from investigation into former Campbell Police Chief
Though the city wanted the BCI to step-in, the state investigators didn’t receive enough evidence to get involved.
Austintown schools renew open enrollment for 2019-20
The Austintown Local Schools board also changed the cutoff date for kindergarten eligibility during a Monday meeting.
AROUND THE NBA
AROUND THE NBA Monday’s games Warriors 132, Pacers 100 INDIANAPOLIS Stephen Curry’s first-
NHL ROUNDUP
NHL ROUNDUP Monday’s other game Flyers 3, Jets 1 PHILADELPHIA Phil Varone, Travis Konecny
COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP Monday’s games
MEN No. 2 Duke 83, Notre Dame 61 SOUTH BEND, IND. Zion Williamson scored 26 points, grabbed
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., 27.98‚àí1.04 Aqua America, .20
NovaCare has new physical therapist
NovaCare has new physical therapist POLAND NovaCare Rehabilitation announced local physical
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Michael Jackson family condemns new film on accusers LOS ANGELES Michael Jackson’s
How does vitamin D-3 kill mice and rats?
Q. I had a little mouse problem, so I went to buy some mouse poison. I’d always heard D-Con used
Laid-off Vista Window employees sue after closure
Though the suit claims the company was required to send notice of a mass layoff 60 days in advance, workers had no warning.
Shutdown projected to cause $3B permanent hit to economy
The federal government shutdown will cause slight permanent harm to the economy – about $3 billion – according to a new report by the Congressional Budget Office
MONDAY’s HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL The Poland and Bristol basketball teams have cracked the Top 10 in this week’s
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Nidra and Angel Butler, Niles, boy, Jan. 27. Cina Pucci
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 29
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 29, the 29th day of 2019. There are 336 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city, for the most recent
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city, for the most recent
Relax, people! They’re cookies
Opinion: By Tom Purcell Cagle Cartoons Just as my annual diet has begun showing promise, my greatest
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Lowellville Village Council, finance committee, 6:30, council chambers, 140 E.
Acting AG: Probe almost finished
No timetable given for end to Mueller’s investigation Associated Press WASHINGTON The special
Doc, hospital face 8 wrongful death suits over drug dosages
An Ohio woman’s family says she died at a hospital minutes after receiving two excessive doses of potentially lethal medication ordered by a doctor now being investigated in connection with dozens of deaths
Effects of winter weather on the body
Low temperatures can strengthen spread of viruses and lead to weather-related injuries
Cold prediction
Scientists: Get used to polar vortex outbreaks Associated Press WASHINGTON It might seem
CORRECTION
CORRECTION A Jan. 27, 1969, item in Sunday’s “Years Ago” column on the Commentary page incorrectly
worth a look
AUCTIONS St. Lucy Church and St. Rosa de Lima will host a paddle auction at 3 p.m. March 10 at the
Monday, January 28 (78 stories)
Firefighters respond to natural gas leak in Girard
Firefighters respond to natural gas leak in Girard
Boardman OKs parking ban on the hydrant side of Shadyside Drive
Boardman OKs parking ban on the hydrant side of Shadyside Drive
Market Street Elementary closes at year’s end
Boardman school board OKs realignment plan, Market Street Elementary will close
Warren school board refuses further apology to Warren officer
Warren Board of Education refuses further apology to Warren police officer
Lyft rider arrested in killing of pregnant driver in Arizona
Lyft rider arrested in killing of pregnant driver in Arizona
Strongest tornado in 8 decades hits Cuba; 3 dead, 172 hurt
Strongest tornado in 8 decades hits Cuba; 3 dead, 172 hurt
Houston police say 5 officers injured in shooting; suspect dead
Houston police say 5 officers injured in shooting; suspect dead
Cohen agrees to talk to House intelligence committee Feb. 8
Cohen agrees to talk to House intelligence committee Feb. 8
Brazilian media report on Claudia Hoerig conviction
Brazilian media report on Claudia Hoerig conviction focuses on penalty
US charges Chinese tech giant Huawei, top executive
US charges Chinese tech giant Huawei, top executive
Acting AG says Mueller's probe is 'close to being completed'
Acting AG says Mueller's probe is 'close to being completed'
Temperature is going to drop below zero
The wind chills at times this week are expected to drop to minus 30
UPDATE | No further apology for Warren police
Warren police and firefighters pack city schools session
Betras reappointed to Mahoning County elections board
Betras reappointed to Mahoning County elections board
YSU to study Youngstown's snow and ice removal routes
YSU to study Youngstown's snow and ice removal routes
Campbell man sent to prison for sexually assaulting a child
Campbell man sent to prison for sexually assaulting a child
Judge orders man charged in Dec. 30 shooting held without bond
Judge orders man charged in Dec. 30 shooting held without bond
Youngstown man sentenced to prison for cocaine possession in Warren
Youngstown man sentenced to prison for cocaine possession in Warren
Annual Math 24 competition hosted Tuesday by Campbell Schools
Annual Math 24 competition hosted Tuesday by Campbell Schools
Shutdown projected to cause $3B permanent hit to economy
Shutdown projected to cause $3B permanent hit to economy
Chari-Tees raises more than $5K for local nonprofits
Chari-Tees raises more than $5K for local nonprofits
S.L. Gimbel Foundation donates $15K to Second Harvest food bank
S.L. Gimbel Foundation donates $15K to Second Harvest food bank
BUM DEALER | Deputies find drugs hidden inside suspect
BUM DEALER | Deputies find drugs hidden inside suspect
NFL playoff 'do-over’ lawsuit moved to federal court
NFL playoff 'do-over’ lawsuit moved to federal court
Trial set to begin in Paul’s lawsuit against attacker
Trial set to begin in Paul’s lawsuit against attacker
Government report says US budget deficit set to hit $897B
Government report says US budget deficit set to hit $897B
Youngstown cops find pot in car after traffic stop
Youngstown cops find pot in car after traffic stop
Niles Wellness Center adjusting hours ahead of deep freeze
Niles Wellness Center adjusting hours ahead of deep freeze
UPDATE | Guilty verdicts in case of man who shot at cops
Closing arguments begin in case of man who shot at cops
Tornado slams Havana; at least 3 dead, 172 injured
Tornado slams Havana; at least 3 dead, 172 injured
Majority of Americans oppose Trump foreign policy, poll finds
Majority of Americans oppose Trump foreign policy, poll finds
Battle over wall enters new phase
Associated Press WASHINGTON Two days after the record-long shutdown ended, the White House made
Some battles have been won, but the war for equality and justice continues
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Despite some civil-rights advances for black
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 28
Today is Monday, Jan. 28, the 28th day of 2019. There are 337 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
MEN’s COLLEGE BASKETBALL
MEN’s COLLEGE BASKETBALL Sunday’s games Purdue 73, No. 6 Michigan State 63 WEST LAFAYETTE,
‘Black Panther’ wins top honor at SAG Awards
“Black Panther” took the top award at Sunday’s 25th Screen Actors Guild Awards, giving Ryan Coogler’s superhero sensation it’s most significant honor yet and potentially setting it up for more wins at the Academy Awards
Free dinner
Free dinner Orthodox Center, 1025 N. Belle Vista Ave., Youngstown, will host a free neighborhood
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Girard Civil Service Commission, 4 p.m., conference room, mayor’s office, city
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Lisa Anzelmo and Mitchell Czifra, Youngstown, girl, Jan.
400,000 deaths later, families still struggling with US opioid epidemic
Associated Press LA QUINTA, Calif. The scope of the opioid epidemic is tallied in increasingly
‘Glass’ is No. 1 again as ‘Serenity’ flops
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TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Courtney N.A. Osborne, 32, and Adam F. English, 37,
Starred in any porn video?
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons “Deep fakes.” According to Great Britain’s The Guardian news-
Americans need answers in probe of Roger Stone
Editorial: New York Times: In his indictment of the Trump torpedo Roger Stone, the special counsel Robert
A narrative fallacy has emerged from the Covington controversy
Opinion: By KATHLEEN PARKER Washington Post WASHINGTON When a white, Catholic-school boy wearing a
Ohio to begin accepting state income tax returns
The Ohio Department of Taxation will begin accepting 2018 state income tax returns, including online
Sunday, January 27 (98 stories)
Heavy snow to push across Upper Midwest, bitter cold follows
A winter storm pushing across the Upper Midwest is expected to dump more than a foot of snow in parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin
Car restoration specialists lend services to outfit local police cars
Snyder Speciality Cars opens its garage to build local police vehicles
‘Black Panther’ wins top honor at SAG Awards
“Black Panther” took the top award at Sunday’s 25th Screen Actors Guild Awards, giving Ryan Coogler’s superhero sensation it’s most significant honor yet and potentially setting it up for more wins at the Academy Awards
Students at Ohio high school get face time with extremists in class
Handling clashes of disparate ideas like last week’s videotaped encounter at the Lincoln Memorial is at the core of a political radicalism course at an Ohio high school
Anti-Jewish taunts mar Holocaust Remembrance Day in Calif.
Anti-Jewish taunts mar Holocaust Remembrance Day in Calif.
Mahoning Valley fans of antique cars invited to open house Saturday
Mahoning Valley fans of antique cars invited to open house Saturday
'Glass' stays solidly in first place this weekend at movies
'Glass' stays solidly in first place this weekend at movies
Trump regulatory rollbacks carry steep costs, AP finds
Trump regulatory rollbacks carry steep costs, AP finds
Trump is prepared for second government shutdown
The president continues to insist on funding for a border wall with Mexico.
‘Was I to wait for the next attack?”
Vindicator reporter Samantha Phillips details the dog attack she and her mother experienced last year at their Vienna Township home during a recent press conference at the statehouse in Columbus. Phillips has been working with state legislators to increase penalties to owners when their dogs cause severe injuries or death.
Cash, Dunn lift YSU women to an easy home win
Sarah Cash scored a game-high 24 points and Mary Dunn added 22.
Butler board chief defends rescinding Rockwell deal with Boy Scouts
The $130 million collection includes about 70 Norman Rockwell works of art.
YSU men fall on road against last-place Cleveland State
Devin Morgan scored all of 17 points in the second half and Naz Bohannon posted a double-double with 15 points and 13 rebounds.
Ursuline’s feisty guards steal show against South Range
Ursuline guards Cara McNally, Rachel Fabry and Jamie Nelson generally toil in anonymity, over-shadowed by teammates who fill the stat sheets in high-profile ways.
Budding video-game developers’ creations seen globally
Games were created in 48 hours at the Oak Hill Collaborative.
Eagle Watch Day is Saturday in Pennsylvania
A popular spot to watch American Bald Eagles is near the Big Bend Recreation Area in Warren County, Pa.
Canfield’s depth wins Hephner Memorial Tournament
The Cardinals were without No. 1-ranked wrestlers Tyler Stein (220) and Anthony D’Alesio (182), but still took home the team trophy.
Thom Duma Jewelers expanding
After having to make some tough renovation decisions, Thom Duma is happy to have Thom Duma Fine Jewelers remain in downtown Warren.
MILESTONES | YSU professor chosen for state art award
RJ Thompson, a tenured assistant professor of graphic and interactive design in the Department of Art at Youngstown State University, was chosen for the Community Development & Participation state art award.
Boardman motels pose unique dilemma for officials
Wagon Wheel Motel on Market Street was visited by police 121 times in 2018. The establishment was opened in 1955 as Plaza Motel, before Interstate 680 diverted much of the Market Street traffic and chain franchises arose.
New AG should review Oakhill
Opinion: “It dawned on me that you may not have read or seen Dave’s speech for his swearing in. Given your
Hoerig case guilty verdict a testament to rule of law
Editorial: It was a bittersweet moment for the Mahoning Valley when Judge Andrew Logan announced the verdict
JobsOhio fails GM Lordstown
Opinion: When NCR Corp, finally announced what so many had long feared – that it would move 1,250 good-
women’s college basketball roundup | Saturday’s games
No. 12 Texas 78, Texas Tech 71 LUBBOCK, TEXAS Jatarie White scored four straight points and Sug
FARMERS INSURANCE OPEN
FARMERS INSURANCE OPEN Rose has three-shot lead at Torrey Pines SAN DIEGO Justin Rose had
nba roundup | Saturday’s games
Spurs 126, Pelicans 114 NEW ORLEANS LaMarcus Aldridge played with a sore left wrist to finish
BASKETBALL LEADERS
BASKETBALL LEADERS BOYS SCORING Zach Rasile, McDonald38.6 Cyler Kane-Johnson, Niles28.9
college basketball
college basketball men summaries OHIO ST. 70, NEBRASKA 60 OHIO ST. (13-6) — A.Wesson 4-9
high schools
high schools BOYS BASKETBALL Badger 56, Mineral Ridge 52 MINERAL RIDGE Aiden Miller led all
Crosby, Lundqvist shine in NHL All-Star game
Sidney Crosby had two goals and three assists, and Henriq Lundqvist pitched a first-half shutout
Men’s College Basketball Roundup | Saturday’s other games
No. 1 Tennessee 83, West Virginia 66 KNOXVILLE, TENN. Lamonte’ Turner had 23 points and No. 1
Venezuela backtracks on order expelling US embassy personnel
Nicolas Maduro’s government backtracked on an order that gave U.S. Embassy personnel 72 hours to leave Venezuela, defusing tensions between the countries just hours after their top diplomats traded heated rhetoric at a special U.N. Security Council meeting to address the South American country’s crisis.
Trump had no choice but to relent
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump was feeling the heat. Week after week,
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY NEW CASES University of Akron v. Samantha Boyer, money. State of
Man’s conviction in death of friend is thrown out
Associated Press WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. A judge has thrown out the conviction of a central
Blood Drives
Blood Drives MONDAY Heritage Presbyterian Church, 1951 Mathews Road, Boardman, 1:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Who’s driving the ‘Drive It Home’ GM campaign?
Opinion: Who’s driving the ‘Drive It Home’ GM campaign? A friend from New York visited last week and on his
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 27
Today is Sunday, Jan. 27, the 27th day of 2019. There are 338 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS LaBeouf turned rehab into writing room for new film PARK CITY, Utah Shia LaBeouf’s
Checking your Facebook ad preferences
By ADAM EARNHEARDT acearnheardt@ysu.edu I have a secret. Facebook collects your data –
Buckeyes top Huskers to end losing streak
Luther Muhammad scored 18 points in the second half to end Ohio State’s five-game skid.
Duke’s Jones shines in Senior Bowl win
The projected first-round pick threw for 115 yards and accounted for two scores in the North’s win.
Compco Industries announced these promotions within its staff.
Compco Industries announced these promotions within its staff. Meribeth Pantall-Noble of Poland is
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown school board, work session, 11 a.m., Dr. David Ritchie legacy room, 700
Osaka wins back-to-back Grand Slam titles
Naomi Osaka defeated Petra Kvitova 7-6 (2), 5-7, 6-4 in the Australian Open women’s final.
Preserving Memories
Bob Hanley has been a taxidermist for more than 25 years The (Canton) Repository CANTON In the
Teen resentenced in slaying of parents
Associated Press BEAVER, Pa. A man convicted as a teenager of hiring a pair of classmates to
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, 9 a.m. –
City’s appeal delays lawsuit trial in Ohio Walmart shooting
City’s appeal delays lawsuit trial in Ohio Walmart shooting DAYTON An Ohio city’s appeal arguing
Conservatives angry with Trump for caving
President says standoff over wall funding is far from finished Associated Press WASHINGTON No
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Untold Stories – The Forgotten Under Class in Rust Belt Urban
on the alleys Area bowling leagues
amron lanes St. Christines Mens — Rob Jenkins 289-676, Joe Kukla Jr. 232-674, Mike Skelly 231-670,
CORRECTION
CORRECTION The weekly TV listings in Saturday’s Vindicator were incorrect. Please check the daily
Familiar foes in Australian Open men’s final
It was fascinating to hear Novak Djokovic explain what it will be like to face Rafael Nadal in the Australian Open final.
Youngstown’s response to snowstorm pathetic
Opinion: Youngstown’s response to snowstorm pathetic As a taxpay- er, I’m tired of the low quality of
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 3-under 69 in
Chefs, truck drivers beware: AI is coming for your jobs
By MATT O’BRIEN AP Technology Writer Robots aren’t replacing everyone, but a quarter of U.S.
A peek at how Disney resort shows are made
By MIKE SCHNEIDER Associated Press LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. With excitement building over a new
Resorts offer perks for handing over phones
Resorts offer perks for handing over phones By DEE-ANN DURBIN AP Business Writer Can you take
Parkland survivors write book on shooting
By TERRY SPENCER Associated Press PARKLAND, Fla. “Parkland Speaks: Survivors from Marjory
Oscar music nods: Gaga, Kendrick Lamar, SZA, Diane Warren
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Lady Gaga is a double nominee at the Academy Awards,
New riverboat to ride Mississippi in New Orleans
New riverboat to ride Mississippi in New Orleans By STACEY PLAISANCE Associated Press NEW
Senior menu
Easterseals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
SENIOR CITIZENS
Lowellville Senior Citizens will meet at noon Friday at Lowellville City Hall Conference Room. Lunch
Which mustard is best for muscle cramps?
Q. You frequently mention yellow mustard (as well as pickle juice) as a possible remedy for muscle
Fiction
Fiction 1. The Man on the Mountaintop: An Audible Original Drama by Susan Trott & Libby Spurrier,
Saturday, January 26 (96 stories)
Late free throws push Bulldogs past Raiders
Lakeview escaped South Range High School with a 39-36 win.
VINDY EXCLUSIVE | State prosecutors: Ralph Infante corruption charge should stand
In a lengthy accounting of misdeeds committed by former Niles Mayor Ralph Infante, prosecutors in his public-corruption case rebutted reasons Infante’s attorney has given for why some of his convictions should be overturned.
Whistle & Keg to open downtown Cleveland location
The “pour-your-own-beer” bar’s second location will open in the second half of February.
McGhee Dom-inates as Raiders beat Cardinals
Warren Harding’s Dom McGhee scored a school-record 45 points.
Public input sought on Fifth Avenue project
One plan to be discussed in reconstruction of Fifth Avenue from Federal Street north to the Madison Avenue Expressway.
HOERIG TRIAL | Karl Hoerig’s service comrades remark on guilty verdict
Karl Hoerig flew helicopters for the Army Guard and C-130 aircrafts with the Air National Guard, according to his obituary. Most recently, Hoerig served at the township base.
Butler board’s cold feet on $130M Rockwell collection creates tension
The Butler American Institute of Art board voted to delay a deal to bring a $130 million Norman Rockwell collection to the Howland branch, because of concerns about the collection’s owner.
preps at a glance
preps at a glance BOYS BASKETBALL McDonald 92, Jackson-Milton 50 NORTH JACKSON Zach Rasile
Sheryl Crow and Hozier to headline LaureLive
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com CHESTERLAND LaureLive, the two-day rock festival in Geauga
‘The Favourite’: a delicious but vicious acting feast
‘The Favourite’ Grade: 3 and a half stars (out of 4) Rating: R for strong sexual content, nudity
State library funding flush as Y’town library seeks levy renewal in 2019
In 2018, Mahoning County libraries received more than $8.6 million from the Public Library Fund, according to the Ohio Library Council.
Ursuline creates ‘magnificent space’ for budding artists
Maddie McGlone, Ursuline High School junior, works on her drawing Friday in the newly renovated art room.
Despite deal, tax refunds still could be delayed
Associated Press WASHINGTON The IRS’ workforce will return to full strength under the short-
Shutdown ends, feudSFlbover wall drags on
Associated Press WASHINGTON Submitting to mounting pressure amid growing disruption, President
Mahoning Republicans pick three finalists for county court judge seat
Gov. Mike DeWine will make the appointment.
Democrats and Republicans react to president’s decision to end shutdown
Both sides say they hope for a long-term bipartisan solution
Worried about robots? Become one
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords We humans have got to get a whole lot smarter, says Elon Musk, the
Weinstein gets new team of four lawyers
Weinstein gets new team of four lawyers NEW YORK Harvey Weinstein won a judge’s approval Friday
Workers relieved, worried as partial shutdown ends
Associated Press Federal workers who have gone a month without getting paid during the longest
Canada auto workers seek boycott of GM vehicles from Mexico
The Canadian auto workers union is calling on people in Canada and the U.S. to stop buying General Motors vehicles made in Mexico
Summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard
Moist, well-drained soil? Dappled shade? Plant these beauties
By Merabeth Steffen OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer CANFIELD Astrantia, commonly known as
Today is Saturday, Jan. 26, the 26th day of 2019. There are 339 days left in the year.
Today is Saturday, Jan. 26, the 26th day of 2019. There are 339 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Queen urges common ground in remarks seen as Brexit nod
Queen Elizabeth II has urged people to seek “common ground” in remarks being seen as being a veiled reference to the toxic debate surrounding Britain’s departure from the European Union
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows:
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: NBC’s “Meet the Press”: Reps. Kevin McCarthy,
Youngstown Municipal Court greases its wheels for more efficient service
Editorial: The wheels of justice have long been notorious for moving remarkably slowly throughout the American
YOUNGSTOWN STATE BASKETBALL Today’s games at a glance
MEN Matchup: YSU (6-15, 2-6 Horizon League) at Cleveland State (5-16, 0-8). Tip-off: 7 p.m. at
Democrats now love ‘co-equal’
Opinion: By Byron York Andrews McMeel Syndication The divided government of 2019 is a mirror image of the
Trans ban is bigotry
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords The Supreme Court just paved the way for President Donald Trump’s
college basketball
college basketball Men summaries No. 5 MICHIGAN 69, INDIANA 46 MICHIGAN (19-1) — Brazdeikis
Jack Wollitz: Florida anglers wary of becoming gator bait
Florida visit turns to talk of friends, fishing and alligators.
Selected local stocks
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SAG honoree Alan Alda keeps using acting to make an impact
ALDA ON ACTING SAG honoree Alan Alda keeps using acting to make an impact IF YOU WATCH
Understanding the seed packet
Understanding the seed packet Days to harvest? Days to maturity? There are so many things on a
‘Serenity’ now? No thank you
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer The elevator pitch for Steven Knight’s “Serenity” would be: “‘Key
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Paris Blount and Jimmy Moore, Youngstown, girl, Jan. 24.
STARTING SEEDS
STARTING SEEDS When: Monday, 9:30 a.m. to noon What: It may be cold outside, but you can still
Spartan Swim & Dive Team sets tradition
Staff report BOARDMAN The Spartan Swim & Dive Team spent its winter break at two practices a
Tom Brady has a chance to stand alone
Tom Brady has another chance to do something no other NFL player has done.
Winter plants from food scraps
Q. I heard we can grow new vegetable plants from our scraps from the kitchen this winter. Is this
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Professional Bull Riders, 7 p.m.: Hard-charging action ($10 to
Learning to appreciate the snow
By Katie Shipka OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer Even though our cold weather comes for only
Western Reserve offers CCW class
Western Reserve offers CCW class Niles Western Reserve Fish & Game Association, 1058 W. Third
Trump confidant Stone charged with lying about hacked emails
President Donald Trump’s confidant Roger Stone has been charged with lying about his pursuit of Russian-hacked emails damaging to Hillary Clinton’s 2016 election bid
Grafted vegetables?
Grafted vegetables? Most of us know about fruit tree grafting, but vegetable grafting is one of
‘The whole world will see it’: Crafting the papal chair
By KATHIA MARTINEZ Associated Press LOS POZOS, Panama A handful of carpenters were putting
Friday, January 25 (118 stories)
Budding YouTube videographer killed in her East Side home
Fantasia Aponte had a girls’ weekend planned with her friend Crystal Hernandez.
Ursuline's new art room offers host of cutting edge programs
Ursuline High School is sporting a newly renovated art room and program this year.
Youngstown's Whistle & Keg expanding into Cleveland
Whistle & Keg, the downtown “pour-your-own beer” taproom, will expand to a second location in downtown Cleveland in the second half of February.
Library seeking architect for main branch renovation
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County board is seeking an architectural firm to plan the estimated $21 million renovation to the library’s main branch along Wick Avenue, a 108-year-old Carnegie library renovated in 1954 and 1996.
Cavs' Thompson to miss 2 more weeks with sprained foot
Cavs' Thompson to miss 2 more weeks with sprained foot
Entertainers address social injustice issues at Super Bowl
Entertainers address social injustice issues at Super Bowl
Source: President Trump won't give SOTU address next week
Source: President Trump won't give SOTU address next week
Judge: Illinois man accused of killing parents at Mich. college wasn't sane
Judge: Illinois Man accused of killing parents at Mich. college wasn't sane
Decision to withhold Florida bank victim names tests new law
Decision to withhold Florida bank victim names tests new law
St. Louis officer charged in shooting death of colleague
St. Louis officer charged in shooting death of colleague
Measles outbreak grows in northwest US, 30 cases reported
Measles outbreak grows in northwest US, 30 cases reported
Fiat Chrysler recalls pickups; power steering can fail
Fiat Chrysler recalls pickups; power steering can fail
Dam holding back mine waste collapses in Brazil; 200 missing
Dam holding back mine waste collapses in Brazil; 200 missing
Whistle & Keg to open new taproom in downtown Cleveland
Whistle & Keg to open new taproom in downtown Cleveland
Ohio man who spent days with girlfriend’s corpse convicted
Ohio man who spent days with girlfriend’s corpse convicted
Mexico: US to send back 20 migrants daily in new asylum plan
Mexico: US to send back 20 migrants daily in new asylum plan
GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN | Trump: Deal reached to reopen government
Trump: Deal reached to reopen government
Kravitz Deli hosts free meals Sunday for fed furloughed workers, military families
Kravitz Deli hosts free meals Sunday for fed furloughed workers, military families
Ryan will attend Akron’s first medical marijuana harvest
Ryan will attend Akron’s first medical marijuana harvest
Woman tells cops that ex-boyfriend tried to 'freeze her out'
Woman tells cops that ex-boyfriend tried to 'freeze her out'
Woman with gun faces robbery charge from JCPenney incident
Woman with gun faces robbery charge from JCPenney incident
Youngstown schools deputy data chief to present at SXSW
Youngstown schools deputy data chief to present at SXSW
Trump associate Stone arrested, faces obstruction charge
Trump associate Stone arrested, faces obstruction charge
UPDATE | Y'town woman is city's first homicide of 2019
Y'town woman is city's first homicide of 2019
Sixteen and counting as Poland girls win again
The Bulldogs are 16-0 and were No. 5 in this week’s Division II state poll.
Officials aim to send message to GM
Randi Weingarten, president of the 1.7-million member American Federation of Teachers, was the main speaker at Thursday’s Drive It Home Ohio rally at Lords-town High School.
Veteran TE Watson rips Goodell for silence on blown calls
Retiring New Orleans Saints tight end Benjamin Watson strongly criticized NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell.
CLCE airs concerns about Youngstown school district
Local leaders aired concerns about Youngstown City Schools under House Bill 70 during a Thursday evening Community Leadership Coalition on Education news conference.
SPORTS DIGEST || Sharon Speedway adds new feature race
Sharon Speedway adds new feature race Hartford This season, Sharon Speedway will host a
Mahoning County officials expect to pay more to recycle
In the last five years, China, the world’s largest importer of recyclables, has become increasingly strict on their level of contamination.
Hubbard Township trustees ask residents why last year’s levy failed
Some residents said the ballot languge was confusing.
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 71 in the first round of the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines Golf Club in San Diego.
THURSDAY’s PREPS AT A GLANCE
GIRLS BASKETBALL Struthers 57, Jefferson 46 JEFFERSON Emma Elia led the Wildcats (9-6, 7-2
Youngstown rehires financial consultant
He’ll assess the city’s financial condition and evaluate the budget.
‘Green Book’ will make you smile
‘Green Book’ Grade: 3 and a half stars (out of 4) Rating: PG-13 for thematic content, language
Goofy, sweet and modern spin in ‘The Kid Who Would Be King’
“The Kid Who Would Be King” Rating: PG for fantasy action violence, scary images, thematic
Library board seeks contractors for $21M revamp of main branch
The public entered more than 400 recommendations for the renovations during a series of public hearings late last year.
Detective describes similarities in robberies
The detective investigating the robbery earlier this month of a Youngstown-Poland Road fast-food restaurant testified in municipal court that the way the robbery was carried out matched other robberies in the city since the first of the year.
Federal judge limits documents Hoerig can file in federal court
Federal judge refuses to allow Claudia Hoerig to continue most filings in federal court
Renewal notices mailed to Mahoning County ag property owners
The notices must be returned by March 3.
Hoerig juror: ‘She meant to do it. She’s guilty’
Claudia Hoerig buries her face in a tissue and weeps as she awaits the jury’s verdict Thursday in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court. She was found guilty in the aggravated murder of her husband, Karl Hoerig.
Canfield native’s puppy featured in Puppy Bowl
Katherine Hunter, a Canfield native and 2012 Canfield High School graduate, has a special connection to this year’s Animal Planet Puppy Bowl XV.
Mill Creek celebrates holidays with seasonal centerpiece
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Mill Creek Park celebrated the holiday season with a
Boardman Community Briefs
Healthy eating program set for Feb. 5 Healthy Eating for You, a free program sponsored by Mercy
Teenagers battle dragons at the Boardman library
Boardman’s Apprentice’s Inn Dungeons and Dragons play club met on Jan. 16.
Speech and debate competes in three tournaments
The Canfield speech and debate team competed at three tournaments on the weekend of Dec. 15. Part
Children move and shake at story time
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Austintown library hosted its Gotta Move story time on
Little Explorers Club discovers winter at Mill Creek Park
BY JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Little Explorers Club, organized by Mill Creek Park,
Swimmers use BTUB groups to help community
The Spartan swim and dive team at Boardman High School was busier than ever during their winter
Jan. 9
Jan. 9 Arrests: After responding to a fight in the 800 block of Cook Avenue and a possibly armed
Nicole Balog | Garrett Bickerstaff
BOARDMAN Nicole Balog of Boardman and Garrett Bickerstaff of Austintown were married Aug. 11
Caitlin Rhoads | Timothy Norris
new middletown Caitlin Rhoads and Timothy Norris, both of Poland, were united in marriage Sept. 7
Canfield Sports Briefs
Swim teams compete at conference meet The Canfield High School swim team competed at the Northeast
PLYMC receives grant for mental health training
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The federal Institute of Museum and Library Services
Poland Sports Briefs
Lady Bulldogs defeat South Range The Poland Lady Bulldogs varsity basketball team defeated South
Coffee bar offers students lifelong skills
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Glenwood Junior High School opened a coffee bar run by
Boardman Sports Briefs
Seventh-grade girls basketball beats Austintown The Boardman Glenwood girls seventh-grade
Austintown library reworks preschool story time
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Austintown library hosted a Baby Brilliant preschool
Little Explorers Club discovers winter
BY JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Little Explorers Club, organized by Mill Creek Park,
Canfield Community Briefs
Mardi Gras Party to benefit Hospice of the Valley Hospice of the Valley will host their 17th
Poland Community Briefs
Mardi Gras Party to benefit Hospice of the Valley Hospice of the Valley will host their 17th
Children learn about penguins at Read and Make event
The Michael Kusalaba library hosted its weekly Read and Make event for 2-5 year-olds on Jan. 3.
St. Christine’s students present living Jesse tree
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com St. Christine’s Catholic School celebrated the Christmas
Library hosts weekly yoga class
Every Wednesday, the Poland library hosts yoga in the large meeting room.
Canfield swim and dive team serves pancakes
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Members of the Canfield High School swim and dive team
Austintown Community Briefs
ABWA to meet on Feb. 12 The Mill Creek Chapter of ABWA (American Business Women’s Association)
Megan Brindle | Michael Hadzigeorge
YOUNGSTOWN Megan Brindle and Michael Hadzigeorge, both of Boardman, were united in marriage Aug.
Boardman bands perform winter concert
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Boardman Glenwood Junior High and Center Intermediate
Scoring up thanks to NHL’s young guns
It is only fitting that Connor McDavid, Auston Matthews and Nathan MacKinnon are serving as captains for this weekend’s NHL All-Star game.
Valley deserves a voice on the RecoveryOhio council
Editorial: Mike DeWine, Ohio’s new Republican governor, wasted no time last week in expeditiously carrying out
Man pleads not guilty after woman’s body found ablaze
Associated Press NEW FRANKLIN, OHIO An Ohio man has pleaded not guilty to charges in connection
government shutdown Senate rejects plans, talks begin
Associated Press WASHINGTON A splintered Senate swatted down competing Democratic and Republican
mahoning county
mahoning county Indictments A county grand jury Thursday indicted these people on these charges:
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., 27.96‚àí0.31 Aqua America, .20
Extreme wealth a threat to planet
Opinion: By Sam Pizzigati OtherWords We either keep fossil fuels in the ground, or we fry. That’s the
Tickets available for Valentine’s Day Dinner
Tickets are on sale for the Ursuline Center’s annual Valentine’s Day Dinner. The featured
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Mike and Ashley Bruss, North Jackson, boy, Jan. 23. Ken
Pirogi sale canceled
Pirogi sale canceled CAmpbell St. Joseph the Provider Church has canceled its pirogi sale that
ohio senators | What they said
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, a Cleveland Democrat, said: “A bill to reopen the government was put on the
CLUB CALENDAR
associations American Association of University Women Youngstown Branch will meet from 10 a.m. to
Natural-gas pipeline blast injures 2, damages several homes
Authorities say a natural gas pipeline explosion has injured two people and destroyed or damaged six homes in Ohio
Osaka vs. Kvitova for title, No. 1 ranking
Naomi Osaka moved one victory away from adding the Australian Open trophy to the one she collected months ago at the U.S. Open.
Reunions & Class Notes
Campbell Memorial Class of 1967 will gather at noon Feb. 12 at Vernon’s Cafe, 720 Youngstown-Warren
AROUND THE NFL News & notes
BALTIMORE RAVENS Harbaugh’s new 4-year deal OWINGS MILLS, Md. Ravens coach John Harbaugh has
vProfessional Bull Riders, 8 p.m: Tickets start at $10 and are available at the box office. Covelli
vProfessional Bull Riders, 8 p.m: Tickets start at $10 and are available at the box office. Covelli
Celebration planned for Ernie Kovacs
Assciated Press JAMESTOWN, N.Y. The National Comedy Center will give the public its first
‘Fifty Shades’ author to release new book in April
Associated Press NEW YORK E L James is working up some new thrills. The author of the
Munroe leaving chairmanship of Mahoning Cty. GOP on high note
Opinion: For many years being the Mahoning County Republican County chairman was a thankless job. The
Tickets on sale soon for ‘Lion King’ play
Staff report Cleveland Tickets for the live stage version of Disney’s “The Lion King” go on sale
Free dinner
Free dinner Free community dinner, sponsored by SOAR, a Youngstown United Methodist Team Ministry,
Vegas celebrate 50th anniversary with family
YOUNGSTOWN Albert and Pamela Vega of Youngstown recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary
Thursday, January 24 (87 stories)
Fatal shooting in Youngstown tonight
Youngstown police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred at about 9:50 tonight in the 600 block of McBride Street.
Y'town panel rehires Abouserhal as financial consultant
The city’s board of control approved a contract to rehire Michael Abouserhal as a financial consultant to help Youngstown through its struggling financial issues.
Local leaders air concerns about Y'town schools' operation
Local leaders aired concerns about the future of Youngstown City Schools under House Bill 70 during a Community Leadership Coalition on Education news conference.
Detective draws similarities among recent Y'town robberies
The detective investigating the robbery earlier this month of a Youngstown-Poland Road fast-food restaurant testified in municipal court that the way the robbery was carried out matched other robberies in the city since the first of the year.
Mahoning officials bracing for recycling rate hike
As Mahoning County commissioners request bids to renew recycling hauling services for another three years, Solid Waste Management District officials brace for a rate hike, partially due to recyclables’ flagging economy and new, stringent Chinese import regulations.
Ohio opposes condemned man’s request to delay execution
Ohio opposes condemned man’s request to delay execution
Ohio man revived after suffocating in snow on Colorado slope
Ohio man revived after suffocating in snow on Colorado slope
Senate rejects rival plans for ending shutdown, talks start
Senate rejects rival plans for ending shutdown, talks start
AP: Iranian TV anchor says US jailed her as warning
AP: Iranian TV anchor says US jailed her as warning
Arizona GOP lawmaker apologizes months after racial comments
Arizona GOP lawmaker apologizes months after racial comments
Florida elections chief resigns when blackface photos emerge
Florida elections chief resigns when blackface photos emerge
Ex-Trump lawyer Michael Cohen to comply with Senate subpoena
Ex-Trump lawyer Michael Cohen to comply with Senate subpoena
Agency: Deadly California fire caused by homeowner equipment
Agency: Deadly California fire caused by homeowner equipment
US faces tough choices as it weighs next moves on Venezuela
US faces tough choices as it weighs next moves on Venezuela
General Mills recalls some flour over salmonella concerns
General Mills recalls some flour over salmonella concerns
Will robots take your job? Quarter of US workers at risk
Will robots take your job? Quarter of US workers at risk
Commerce chief asks why furloughed workers using food banks
Commerce chief asks why furloughed workers using food banks
Ryan is co-chairman of the House National Guard and Reserve Caucus
Ryan is co-chairman of the House National Guard and Reserve Caucus
General Motors to invest $22M more in Tennessee facility
General Motors to invest $22M more in Tennessee facility
Woman reports road rage and slurs in Austintown episode
Woman reports road rage and slurs in Austintown episode
Congo gets new leader in country's 1st peaceful power change
Congo gets new leader in country's 1st peaceful power change
Stocks edge higher as Xilinx leads tech company rally
Stocks edge higher as Xilinx leads tech company rally
Police find drugs, loaded gun and kids in Youngstown home
Police find drugs, loaded gun and kids in Youngstown home
Trial starts for man accused of firing at Youngstown officers
Trial starts for man accused of firing at Youngstown officers
Annual Math 24 competition hosted by Campbell schools postponed
Annual Math 24 competition hosted by Campbell schools postponed
SHUTDOWN | Votes on Senate bills seen as progress even if they fail
SHUTDOWN | Votes on Senate bills seen as progress even if they fail
Pick the winners in the Vindicator's annual Best of Film contest
The Vindicator’s annual contest to pick the Academy Award winners is underway.
Route 165 between Route 46 and U.S. 62 closed by flooding
Route 165 between Route 46 and U.S. 62 closed by flooding
BANK SHOOTING | Ex-girlfriend of suspect says he was fascinated by guns
BANK SHOOTING | Ex-girlfriend of suspect says he was fascinated by guns
Boardman routs Harding for seventh straight win
Boardman's Che Trevena drives on Harding's Dom McGee during the second half of their game, Wednesday night at Warren Harding High School.
Contentious questioning, closing arguments close out testimony in Hoerig murder trial
Claudia Hoerig dueled with Chris Becker, assistant Trumbull County prosecutor, during cross-examination Wednesday afternoon in her aggravated-murder trial, then sat and listened as one of her attorneys dueled with Becker and Prosecutor Dennis Watkins in closing arguments.
State officials in awe of Fitch's Purple Star Room
Of the 142 Purple Star schools in Ohio, Austintown Fitch is the only one with a dedicated space for military-connected students, ODE officials said Wednesday.
Reardon welcomed back at Ursuline
The Irish went 72-29 and won three state titles during Dan Reardon’s first stint.
Liberty student arrested on 3 felonies in assaults of staff, cop, nurse
The student said he was on LSD, police say.
Youngstown man jailed on attempted murder charge
Christopher J. Adkins’ sister told police Adkins stabbed her husband after he confronted Adkins about abusing his sister's dog.
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU women’s hoops to play ‘pink out game’
The Youngstown State women’s basketball program will hold a “pink out game” on Feb. 2 to benefit the Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Breast Cancer Center and the Kay Yow Cancer Fund.
Struthers adjusts condemnation, demolition laws
The changes come as the city seeks to acquire two properties downtown.
WEDNESDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
GIRLS BASKETBALL Warren Harding 85, Boardman 72 OT BOARDMAN Harding outscored Boardman 14-1
BUSINESS DIGEST || Penguin’s 100th tap
Penguin’s 100th tap YOUNGSTOWN Penguin City Beer’s 100th tap will be located at the St. George
Youngstown officials reduce projected general-fund deficit
They’ll meet again Feb. 7 to discuss further cuts.
‘Rock the Dome’ comes to Ward Beecher this weekend
The Ward Beecher Planetarium at Youngstown State University will present “Rock the Dome” shows Friday and Saturday.
METRO DIGEST || Search for new Youngstown schools CEO
Youngstown City Schools could have its new chief executive officer selected by late April.
Two Hubbard councilmen, businessmen run for mayor
Both candidates have years of experience in business.
Deceased officer’s daughter receives police escort to school
Olivia Dobbins, with stepmother Jennifer and dad T.J., walks to her new school, East Palestine Elementary. A contingent of local officers were there to escort her to her first day of class.
Live sitcom ‘Stuck’ on Rust Belt stage
The Rust Belt Theater Company will present the first three episodes of “Stuck,” a serial comedy, at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday at Calvin Center
Why do they come to Congress, these people like Sen. Graham?
Opinion: WASHINGTON Back in the day, small rural airports had textile windsocks, simple and empty things
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., 28.300.53 Aqua America, .20
Police: 5 fatally shot inside Fla. bank, suspect arrested
Associated Press SEBRING, Fla. A gunman opened fire inside a Florida bank Wednesday, killing
Patriots defense back on track
The Patriots have found stability for a group that gave up 25 or more points five times through its first 10 games.
Rozier scores 26 as Celtics rout Cavaliers
Youngstown native Terry Rozier scored 22 of his 26 points in the first half.
Manafort denies lying to investigators
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s former campaign chairman on Wednesday
AROUND THE NFL Wednesday’s news & notes
ARIZONA CARDINALS Larry Fitzgerald will return for 16th season TEMPE, Ariz. Star receiver
government shutdown Under pressure
Dems prepare own border security package shunning Trump’s demand for $5.7B for wall Associated
WEDNESDAY’S OTHER TOP 25 GAMES
MEN No. 1 Tennessee 88, Vanderbilt 83 OT NASHVILLE, TENN. Grant Williams scored a career-high
Trump delays SOTU address
Pelosi rescinded House invitation Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump said
Nurse arrested in woman’s pregnancy
Associated Press PHOENIX A nurse who was supposed to be looking after an incapacitated woman at
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Overtime games boost NFL ratings NEW YORK There’s nothing like two overtime games
Valley’s unemployment rate rises in December
The Mahoning Valley’s nonseasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose to 6.2 percent in December from December 2017’s rate of 5.8 percent
Night of Irish Music on tap for Saturday
Staff report SHARON, PA. The Ancient Order of Hibernians and the Knights of Columbus will hold
crisis in venezuela Opposition leader declares himself interim president
Socialist Nicolas Maduro retaliates by breaking off relation with US Associated Press CARACAS,
Oscar’s biggest snubs
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer LOS ANGELES The rollercoaster of the 2019 awards season
Geddy Lee is all about bass at Rock Hall fan event
This was a special occasion marking the celebration and book signing tour for Lee’s first publication in book format
YSU alumni art exhibit
Contributed photo YSU alumni art exhibit The annual Youngstown State University Alumni Art
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Queen of Bingo.” Directed by Gil Peters-Thurman, Black Sheep Players,
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 24
Today is Thursday, Jan. 24, the 24th day of 2019. There are 341 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Shutdown taking a toll on workers, the public
Editorial: The U.S. Senate was expected to vote on two measures today aimed at ending the 34-day partial
Trump vs. the crazies
Opinion: By Michael Reagan Cagle Cartoons If for some strange reason you didn’t already know how much the
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Wednesday, January 23 (65 stories)
Trump changes course, will delay SOTU till shutdown over
President Donald Trump says he is postponing his State of the Union address until after “the Shutdown is over,” following a standoff with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
Hoerig, attorney spar with prosecutors on last day of trial
Claudia Hoerig dueled with Chris Becker, assistant Trumbull County prosecutor, during cross-examination this afternoon in her aggravated murder trial, then sat and listened as one of her attorneys dueled with Becker and Prosecutor Dennis Watkins in closing arguments.
2 business leaders vying to be Hubbard mayor
Two Hubbard councilmen with years of business experience are vying to be the city’s next mayor.
State officials in awe of Fitch High's 'Purple Star Room"
Members of the Ohio Department of Education’s Purple Star Advisory Board were in awe of Fitch High School’s Purple Star Room – a dedicated room for military-related events and a place for students in military families to video conference with deployed family members.
Liberty student charged after possible LSD incident
A 15-year-old Liberty High School student faces felony counts of gross sexual imposition, assault and vandalism after police said he got violent and inappropriately grabbed school employees while possibly on LSD.
Maduro foe claims Venezuela presidency amid protests
Maduro foe claims Venezuela presidency amid protests
UPDATE | Police: 5 fatally shot inside Florida bank, suspect arrested
Police: 5 fatally shot inside Florida bank, suspect arrested
Pelosi: State of Union address by Trump in House chamber is off
Pelosi: State of Union address by Trump in House chamber is off
WikiLeaks sues to unseal any charges against founder Assange
WikiLeaks sues to unseal any charges against founder Assange
The Latest: Trump urges Republicans to 'stick together'
The Latest: Trump urges Republicans to 'stick together'
Ex-Trump lawyer Cohen delaying testimony to Congress
Ex-Trump lawyer Cohen delaying testimony to Congress
Police called to shutdown protest at McConnell office
Police called to shutdown protest at McConnell office
Registration deadline is Saturday for enrichment seminar, dance in Boardman
Registration deadline is Saturday for enrichment seminar, dance in Boardman
Detective: Florida school shooting deputy statement faulty
Detective: Florida school shooting deputy statement faulty
Nurse arrested in rape of woman who gave birth at facility
Nurse arrested in rape of woman who gave birth at facility
Week 5: House Dems float '21st century' border security plan
Week 5: House Dems float '21st century' border security plan
Ohio hospital: ‘Poor decisions’ by staff giving outsize pain meds
Ohio hospital: ‘Poor decisions’ by staff giving outsize pain meds
Trump wants to deliver State of Union next week as planned
Trump wants to deliver State of Union next week as planned
Youngstown schools could have new CEO selected by late April
Youngstown schools could have new CEO selected by late April
Woman who kicked in door wanted 'baby food for her son'
Woman who kicked in door wanted 'baby food for her son'
HOERIG TRIAL: Jurors dismissed, deliberations to begin Thursday morning
After his assistant prosecutor and a defense attorney gave closing arguments, Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins gave jurors the final closing arguments in the Claudia Hoerig aggravated murder trial.
Austintown 16-year-old arrested after stolen vehicle chase
Officers also believe the teen may be behind a string of separate vehicle thefts and break-ins reported in the area
Springfield trio takes down McDonald
Springfield’s Shane Eynon scored a team-high 23 points, Drew Clark added 22 and Evan Ohlin finished with 20.
Western Reserve Distillery focuses on quality
The spirits world has been on fire over the past decade.
City aims to market complex, engage citizens
The person hired will work with various local groups and organizations
TUESDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS SOCCER Girard’s Kuzman signs with Lake Erie GIRARD Girard High School senior Brennan
Teachers on strike at Wright State
Associated Press DAYTON Hundreds of teachers at Wright State University are on strike.
Stole priest wore at DeWine inauguration had special meaning
Associated Press COLUMBUS For members of Ohio’s large new first family, the stole worn by Father
President Trump is lost in space
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords If you think our government’s war policy has become out-of-this
SPORTS digest
Argentine soccer player aboard missing plane PARIS The search for the missing plane taking
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Girard school board, 4 p.m., Girard High School library, 1244 Shannon Road.
Dems on a junket to Puerto Rico
Opinion: “He who excuses himself, accuses himself.” — Puerto Rican proverb More than 109 lobbyists
US aid cuts take toll on Palestinians
President says pressure meant to encourage talks Associated Press JERUSALEM Tens of thousands
Library trustees plan annual meeting
Library trustees plan annual meeting YOUNGSTOWN The Board of Trustees of the Public Library of
UCFC reports income increase
UCFC reports income increase YOUNGSTOWN United Community Financial Corp., parent company of
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and Canfield
A summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and the city of Canfield:
Military gets OK on transgender restrictions
Staff/wire report WASHINGTON The Trump administration can go ahead with its plan to restrict
May must change course to end chaos over Brexit
Editorial: The Guardian of the United Kingdom: Theresa May will soon update members of Parliament about any
Local WWII veteran honors unknown solders in Washington, D.C.
A local WWII veteran participated in a wreath laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery.
Jackson meets with GM workers
Associated Press TOLEDO The Rev. Jesse Jackson said General Motors should sit down with its
Trump moves ahead with speech
Associated Press WASHINGTON The White House is moving forward with plans for President Donald
Charged with assault
Charged with assault YOUNGSTOWN A 64-year-old Canfield man faces a charge of felonious assault
Osaka gets past Svitolina to Aussie Open semifinals
Naomi Osaka reached the Australian Open semifinals for the first time by stretching her Grand Slam winning streak to 12 matches.
Tinkey, Rappach are teammates again
Mount Union guards Rachel Tinkey and Tori Rappach are used to dishing the ball to each other.
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Singer Chris Brown detained in Paris after rape complaint
Singer Chris Brown detained in Paris after rape complaint Two police officials say U.S. singer
School closes amid fallout over videos
Associated Press COVINGTON, Ky. A Kentucky boys’ school shut down its campus Tuesday as a
Hunter considers run for presidency
Hunter considers run for presidency YOUNGSTOWN Dario Hunter, a Youngstown school board member,
government shutdown Senate sets up votes on dueling plans
Both proposals are expected to fall short of 60 votes needed to pass Associated Press WASHINGTON
Change of heart on guns
Opinion: By Christine Flowers Cagle Cartoons I might buy a gun. I’d need a permit. And lessons on how
Tuesday, January 22 (71 stories)
YSU hosting big-name lecturers this year
Youngstown State University will host a number of big-name people in the coming months for lectures at Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave.
Youngstown municipal court using pretrial diversion program
David Magura of the city municipal court’s Probation Department and Judge Carla Baldwin say the trial run of the pretrial diversion program the court adapted for 2019 worked better than hoped.
Hoerig cross-examination begins today
They heard her live testimony for three hours Tuesday afternoon as the first defense witness in the trial.
YSU to host several big-name speakers in coming months
YSU to host several big-name speakers in coming months
Youngstown seeks inclusion coordinator for new amphitheater
Youngstown seeks inclusion coordinator for new amphitheater
Challenges slowed Youngstown snow removal
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Heavy snow, breakdowns of its aging snow-removal fleet and people ignoring the city’s parking ban played roles in Youngstown’s challenge to plow streets even though employees worked round the clock, the city’s buildings and grounds commissioner said.
Mom arrested after dead baby found in Amazon site's restroom
Mom arrested after dead baby found in Amazon site's restroom
Youngstown street crews faced challenges removing snow
Youngstown street crews faced challenges removing snow
Youngstown Muni Court pretrial diversion program is working
Youngstown Muni Court pretrial diversion program is working
Tentative deal reached to end Los Angeles teachers strike
Tentative deal reached to end Los Angeles teachers strike
Lowellville Village Ordinance Committee meets Wednesday night
Lowellville Village Ordinance Committee meets Wednesday night
Rivera unanimous; Halladay, Edgar, Mussina voted to baseball HOF
Rivera unanimous; Halladay, Edgar, Mussina voted to baseball HOF
Youngstown MLK Community Worship Service is Sunday
Youngstown MLK Community Worship Service is Sunday
SCHOOL CLOSINGS | 'Unsafe travel conditions' cancel school Wednesday for Youngstown students
No school Wednesday for Youngstown City Schools students
No charges to be filed in Pa. officer fatal shooting after chase
No charges to be filed in Pa. officer fatal shooting after chase
Police: Women used fake money to buy at 9 local stores
Police: Women used fake money to buy at 9 local stores
Hundreds of teachers on strike at Ohio’s Wright State
Hundreds of teachers on strike at Ohio’s Wright State
BOE member Hunter explores Green party presidential run
BOE member Hunter explores Green party presidential run
Protest fears close school of boys in Washington videos
Protest fears close school of boys in Washington videos
Plane crashes into front yard of rural Ohio home; 2 dead
Plane crashes into front yard of rural Ohio home; 2 dead
Jesse Jackson meeting with GM workers about racist threats
Jesse Jackson meeting with GM workers about racist threats
Supreme Court returns to gun rights for 1st time in 9 years
Supreme Court returns to gun rights for 1st time in 9 years
Canfield man faces charge of felonious assault
A 64-year-old Canfield man faces a charge of felonious assault
Trump's shutdown proposal faces uncertain fate in Senate
Trump's shutdown proposal faces uncertain fate in Senate
High court lets military implement transgender restrictions
High court lets military implement transgender restrictions
'Roma,' 'The Favourite' lead Oscar nomination with 10 nods
'Roma,' 'The Favourite' lead Oscar nomination with 10 nods
Volvo recalls 200,000 cars worldwide to fix fuel line
Volvo recalls 200,000 cars worldwide to fix fuel line
Hoerig murder trial resumes at 1 p.m. today
Claudia Hoerig’s behalf when Hoerig’s aggravated murder trial resumes at 1 p.m. today, but it’s unknown whether Hoerig will also take the stand.
Singer Chris Brown detained in Paris after rape complaint
Singer Chris Brown detained in Paris after rape complaint
HOERIG TRIAL | 'I lost control of myself'
HOERIG TRIAL | Claudia Hoerig testifies about whirlwind courtship
GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN | Trump’s proposal faces uncertain fate
GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN | Trump’s proposal faces uncertain fate
3 groups, many videos, many interpretations of DC encounter
3 groups, many videos, many interpretations of DC encounter
Multi-national Hoerig aggravated murder case has been long journey
Multi-national Hoerig aggravated murder case has been long journey
canfield Officials aim to boost city’s economic development
A newly established Community Improvement Corporation allows officials to make land and loan deals for economic development.
Local surgeons take 'leap of faith' with new surgery center
The facility will join the trend of performing outpatient surgeries.
Pay raise for Liberty Twp. law director is worrisome
Editorial: The decision by two of the three trustees in Liberty Township to grant the part-time law director
‘Technological wall’ won’t work
Opinion: By Byron York Andrews McMeel Syndication House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says a wall on the
Fat shaming getting old
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords In the new film “Isn’t It Romantic,” actress Rebel Wilson plays a
Interns work on prison inspections at short-staffed watchdog
The legislative watchdog evaluating Ohio’s prisons is so short-staffed that unpaid interns are working on inspections, prompting concerns from critics about oversight of the prison system.
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average
UK leader unveils Brexit Plan B, looks a lot like Plan A
May launched a mission to resuscitate her rejected European Union divorce deal, setting out plans to get it approved by Parliament after securing changes from the EU to a contentious Irish border measure.
Event at planetarium
Event at planetarium YOUNGSTOWN Crowds are expected to be big as the Ward Beecher Planetarium at
Class will gather for breakfast
Class will gather for breakfast AUSTINTOWN The Chaney High School Class of 1953 will meet for
prep sports at a glance
FOOTBALL Ursuline postpones Reardon press conference YOUNGSTOWN Ursuline High School is
Today’s long-term care facilities offer home-like environment
Brought to you by MERCY HEALTH The mission of Mercy Health has remained steadfast since the
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Campbell school board, 6 p.m., room 310, Memorial High School, 280 Sixth St.
Giuliani clarifies comments about Moscow project
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s lawyer Rudy Giuliani is clarifying comments
One of rescuers of family that fell through ice at Mosquito Lake says experience is key
One of rescuers of family that fell through ice at Mosquito Lake says experience is key
Free healthy eating program offered
Free healthy eating program offered HOWLAND Healthy Eating for You, a free program sponsored by
worth a look
AUCTIONS St. Lucy Church and St. Rosa de Lima will host a paddle auction at 3 p.m. March 10 at the
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 22
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 22, the 22nd day of 2019. There are 343 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
YSU’s Jam at the Gym is set for Feb. 16
YSU’s Jam at the Gym is set for Feb. 16 YOUNGSTOWN High school junior and senior musicians are
Senator Brown’s input at roundtable heartens GM workers facing uncertainty
Senator Brown’s input at roundtable heartens GM workers facing uncertainty
Trump’s shutdown solution hangs in limbo
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s proposal to break through the budget
State seeks nominations for Senior Citizens Hall of FameSFlb
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s Department of Aging is seeking nominations for the statewide
Associated Press
Associated Press APPLE CREEK, Ohio Authorities say two pilots are dead after a plane crashed
Monday, January 21 (43 stories)
Dunn's double-double powers YSU
Mary Dunn finished with 23 points and 11 rebounds in the Penguins’ 77-66 win over Northern Kentucky on Monday.
Workshop honors King, focuses on economic equality
Shortly before his assassination, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. saw a need to move the focus of the civil-rights movement in what many consider a bolder direction: the importance of allowing marginalized people to have greater economic equality.
For the poor, the safety net in a shutdown doesn’t feel safe
As the longest government shutdown in U.S. history stretches into a fifth week, America’s safety net no longer feels so safe
First week of Hoerig murder trial cause for reflection
Multi-national Hoerig aggravated murder case has been long journey
'Gotti' leads Razzie nominations, Trump up for worst actor
John Travolta's John Gotti biopic "Gotti" has topped the 39th annual Razzie Awards with a co-leading six nominations, while President Donald Trump also earned a nod for worst actor.
Half ton of fun: Cincinnati Zoo's Fiona turning 2
Now a half ton of fun, the Cincinnati Zoo’s famed premature hippo will soon turn 2 years old
State seeks nominations for Senior Citizens Hall of Fame
Ohio’s Department of Aging is seeking nominations for the statewide Senior Citizens Hall of Fame
2 internet cafe employees fatally shot in armed robbery in Columbus
Police say two employees at an internet cafe in Ohio were shot and killed during an apparent armed robbery
Plane crashes just after takeoff at rural airfield in Ohio; 2 dead
Authorities say two people are dead after a small plane crashed shortly after takeoff from a privately owned airfield in rural Ohio
Knights of Columbus free-throw contest Jan. 27
The event is open to boys and girls ages 9-14. Registration begins at 1:30 p.m.
Sub-freezing and sub-zero temperatures are on tap
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning Valley communities and residents
KING HOLIDAY | What’s open, what’s closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed today for the
Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation growing in assets, support and scope
Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation growing in assets, support and scope
Mental health program targets those who ‘fall through the cracks’
A new Mental Health and Recovery Services Board program connects non-seniors who may suffer from mental health disorders with critical services.
Apartment struck by fire in Liberty
Staff report LIBERTY An apartment fire was reported to the Trumbull County 911 Center in the
Family saved after falling into lake ice
Staff report CORTLAND A family of seven, two adults and five children, some of whom went through
Fire damages garage in Liberty
LIBERTY An elderly Liberty couple escaped without injury when a fire ignited in their garage on
SPORTS digest
YSU bowlers finish 7th at invitational LIMERICK, PA. The Youngstown State bowling team went 2-1
Continue the march toward justice started by MLK Jr.
Editorial: A sad and ironic reality once again permeates America on this federal holiday dedicated to the life
Cartoon library gets Marmaduke collection spanning 56 years
By ERIC LAGATTA The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS A Great Dane known for making mischief has a
How motivated is Trump’s base?
Opinion: By Cokie Roberts and Steven V. ROBERTS Andrews McMeel Syndication President Donald Trump’s
May plans next move in Brexit fight as chances rise of delay
As Prime Minister Theresa May prepares her next move in Britain’s deadlocked Brexit battle, a senior opposition politician says unlikely the U.K. will leave the European Union as scheduled on March 29
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Austintown-Boardman-Mahoning County Joint Communications District, special meeting,
Births
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Tiese Bruce and Jose Lassalle, Youngstown, twin girls,
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 21
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 21 Today is Monday, Jan. 21, the 21st day of 2019. There are 344 days left in
Pets show amazing loyalty
Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons Although my family recently watched the 1943 “Lassie, Come Home”
Leader of Dems to Trump: No deal
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Senate’s top Democrat predicts the president’s proposal to break
TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Natalie M. Schoonover, 20, and Kirk D. Zellers Jr.,
Giuliani: ‘So what’ if Trump and Cohen discussed testimony
President Donald Trump’s lawyer Rudy Giuliani is leaving open the possibility that Trump and former personal attorney Michael Cohen might have discussed Cohen’s congressional testimony
M. Night Shyamalan’s ‘Glass’ leads box office
M. Night Shyamalan’s ‘Glass’ leads box office NEW YORK M. Night Shyamalan scored his fifth No. 1
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Alpha & Omega Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, 10 a.m. to
Stambaugh to mark School Choice Week
Stambaugh to mark School Choice Week YOUNGSTOWN Stambaugh Charter Academy, 2420 Donald Ave.,
Sunday, January 20 (80 stories)
Family of 7 rescued after falling through ice on Mosquito Lake
Family of 7 rescued after falling through ice on Mosquito Lake
School where fans displayed Trump flag pulls out of MLK game
A Minnesota high school where fans displayed a President Donald Trump re-election flag has pulled out of a basketball invitational hosted by a Minneapolis school on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Unclaimed veterans buried with dignity, thanks to strangers
A national effort by a funeral home company, medical examiners, state veterans’ affairs departments and local veterans’ groups honors members of the military whose bodies were not claimed by any relatives
Schumer: Senate will sink Trump's plan to end shutdown
Schumer: Senate will sink Trump's plan to end shutdown
After accident, Prince Philip, 97, urged to drive with seatbelt
After accident, Prince Philip, 97, urged to drive with seatbelt
Giuiliani: 'So what' if Trump, Cohen discussed testimony
But the former New York City mayor said the president never encouraged his attorney to lie to Congress
Bishop took naked 'selfies,' displayed obscene behavior, AP finds
The findings contradict Vatican claims it only recently discovered problems with the Argentine cleric
Leaky roof postpones YSU-NKU women's game
The game has been rescheduled for 1 p.m. on Monday at Beeghly Center.
Ohio Channel mini documentary on Trumbull Courthouse available online
A mini-documentary on the Trumbull County Courthouse filmed last July for the Ohio Channel is now available for viewing on the Ohio Channel’s web site at http://bit.ly/2AS4diF. Search “Trumbull County” to find it.
Storm warnings in effect through this morning
Several inches of snow were dumped on the area Saturday and today.
Shaky half costs YSU vs. Horizon League leader
The ability to close out a tight contest at the Beeghly Center continues to elude Youngstown State’s basketball team
Older citizens can be more susceptible to inclement weather
The Ohio Department of Aging asks all Ohioans to check on older loved ones and neighbors during and after the severe winter storm hitting the state this weekend.
SPORTS DIGEST || Carl Pelini might be returning to YSU
Youngstown State’s former defensive coordinator may be coming back after a one-year absence.
Winter storm doesn’t stop participants in Mosquito Lake Polar Plunge
Chris Herlinger of the Bazetta Fire Department helps Minnie Wolfe of Niles participate in the annual Mosquito Lake Polar Plunge at the lake in Cortland on Saturday.
Israeli journalist to speak Jan. 29 at JCC
Eldad Beck works for an Israeli daily and covers Germany, Central Europe and the European Union.
YSU women’s basketball | Preview of today’s game
Matchup: YSU (13-5, 5-2 Horizon League) vs. Northern Kentucky (3-13, 2-4). Tip-off: 1 p.m. at
VINDICATOR LOVE STORY CONTEST - Strangers in the knight
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women’s college basketball Saturday’s games
No. 2 UConn 88, Temple 67 PHILADELPHIA Napheesa Collier had a season-high 30 points and 12
And the nominees won’t be (but should be) ...
By its nature, awards season tends to winnow a field of films and performances until many of the
BUSINESS DIGEST || Vineyards at Pine Lake earns spot on quality wine list
Vineyards at Pine Lake earns spot on quality wine list COLUMBIANA The Vineyards at Pine Lake has
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 6-under 66 in
high schools
high schools GIRLS BASKETBALL Austintown Fitch 49, Warren Harding 39 WARREN Austintown Fitch
PUSKAS: Family a big factor in Reardon’s decision to return
Ursuline lands 3-time state champion coach — unofficially
METRO DIGEST || Ex-Disney exec in residence at YSU
Jeanne Mosure, former senior vice president and group global publisher of Disney Publishing Worldwide, will present a keynote address titled “The Professional Journey” at noon Wednesday in Youngstown State University’s Williamson Hall.
Clarencedale Cakes baker publishes first recipe book
Nancy Boldish Tusinac started baking when she was a child, learning the ropes from her mother, Margaret Boldish, as she was growing up in Sharon.
Lawrence Co. UW fundraising campaign underway
The campaign has raised 63 percent of its $450,000 goal.
‘Look here,’ project lures visitors to view Warren' through the years
Melissa Karman, director of the Sutliff Museum in the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, left, and Meghan Reed, director of Trumbull County Historical Society, stand beside one of several photos that show modern-day residents what Warren’s downtown used to look like.
DeWine will be a partner in Valley’s battle with GM
Editorial: Come what may with GM’s plan for its Lordstown assembly plant, the Mahoning Valley can rest assured
President Trump is almost inexpressibly sad specimen
Opinion: WASHINGTON Half or a quarter of the way through this interesting experiment with an incessantly
Ohio auditor is under the gun
Opinion: Public corruption loomed large in the high-octane race for Ohio auditor in the November general
men’s college basketball | Saturday’s games
West Virginia 65, No. 7 Kansas 64 MORGANTOWN, W.Va. Jermaine Haley hurried up the court and hit
Trump deal contains DACA security
Dem leader says proposal could not pass House Staff/wire report WASHINGTON In a bid to break
Anxiety in Alaska as endless aftershocks rattle residents
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YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 20
Today is Sunday, Jan. 20, the 20th day of 2019. There are 345 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
What the government shutdown means for your mortgage
By HOLDEN LEWIS NerdWallet The partial federal government shutdown is complicating the already
Lunch programs at history center
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Historical Society has announced several upcoming
Ohio teen earns perfect scores on college entrance exams
Ohio teen earns perfect scores on college entrance exams CANTON An Ohio teenager hoping to
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Renowned guitarist Reggie Young dies NASHVILLE, Tenn. Guitarist Reggie Young, a
He’s worse than Nixon
Opinion: He’s worse than Nixon During the ’70s, I thought Richard Nixon was a “Pathological Liar” and a
high school basketball statistics
BOYS SCORING Zach Rasile, McDonald38.2 Cam Tucker, McDonald8.2 Dominic Carkido, McDonald6.2
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Beaver Township trustees, 2:30 p.m., administration building, 11999 South Ave.,
Catholic humor fresh in Salem’s ‘Cabaret Class’
By Eric McCrea news@vindy.com Salem Community Theatre revisited Dan Goggin’s “Nunsense”
nhl roundup | Saturday’s games
Ducks 3, Devils 2 NEWARK, N.J. After a franchise-record 12-game losing streak, Anaheim is
area bowling scores
area bowling scores amron lanes H.D. Davis CPA Mixed Doubles — Justin Cowan 246-696, Ken
Despite their age difference, Payton and McVay have bonded
Their teams reflect that they are cut from similar cloth
KING HOLIDAY | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed Monday for the
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, 9 a.m. –
Mardi Gras event will benefit Hospice
BOARDMAN Staff report Hospice of the Valley will host its 17th annual Mardi Gras Party on Feb. 9
Savings plan goal? To move out of parents’ house
Q. Almost two years ago I moved into my parents’ house to save money. Thanks to that decision, I’ve
Abandoned train depot becomes a restaurant
By TOM EBLEN Lexington Herald-Leader PARIS, Ky. More than 200 people came out in a steady
Ky. park offers tours to view migrating sandhill cranes
Ky. park offers tours to view migrating sandhill cranes LUCAS, Ky. A Kentucky park is offering
Group hosts annual Christmas luncheon
WARREN Staff report The Avalon Inn and Resort was the site of the 17th annual Gift Giving
Trumbull Art gallery postpones opening
Trumbull Art gallery postpones opening WARREN The Art of Portraiture from Life exhibit public
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Turning Point” by Danielle Steel (Delacorte) 2. “Where the Crawdads Sing”
Exhibit of important papers marks MLK’s birthday
Associated Press ATLANTA A collection of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s papers on display in
Senior menu
Easterseals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
GARDEN CLUBS
Monday Garden Gate Garden Club will meet at 1 p.m. at the home of Mary Jane Pavelko for program
New dog museum unleashed in New York
New dog museum unleashed in New York By JENNIFER PELTZ Associated Press NEW YORK It’s a
The top five paid iPhone apps (and their manufacturer) on the App Store for the most recent one-week
The top five paid iPhone apps (and their manufacturer) on the App Store for the most recent one-week
SENIOR CITIZENS
Holy Family Seniors has canceled the Monday meeting due to the forecast for snow and extremely cold
nba roundup | Saturday’s games
Hornets 135, Suns 115 CHARLOTTE, N.C. Coach James Borrego has been preaching defense to his
Mickelson maintains Desert Classic lead
Adam Hadwin is 2 strokes behind; Long, Marino are in contention
The Katrina of snow?
Opinion: If you’re reading this today, congratulations. It’s not that this is a good story. It’s not that
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY NEW CASES Farmer’s National Bank v. Jesse Wooten, judgment for
Shutdown leads to delays in lawsuits against government
Associated Press RICHMOND, Va. During the longest government shutdown, the federal judiciary
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital C’Asia Fleeton and Wilson Nadal, Youngstown, boy, Jan.
Landmark riverboat has deep area roots
By SCOTT BEVERIDGE (Washington) Observer-Reporter RICES LANDING, Pa. Rices Landing native
Blood Drives
Blood Drives MONDAY Kinsman Presbyterian Church, 6383 Church St., 1:30 to 7 p.m. TUESDAY
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Snow? Cold? Who cares, said 150 at today's Polar Plunge
Reaching beyond himself and taking steps to better the community warm Matt Perham’s heart – even if that means taking a dip in 33-degree water for the first time.
Suspended pairs skating champ John Coughlin dies by suicide
John Coughlin, a two-time U.S. pairs champion recently suspended from figure skating, died by suicide in Kansas City, Missouri. He was 33.
Catholic boys, many in Trump caps, mock Native American veteran at D.C. rally
A diocese in Kentucky has apologized after videos emerged showing students from an all-male Catholic high school mocking Native Americans outside the Lincoln Memorial after a rally in Washington.
Carl Pelini reportedly returning to Youngstown State
Carl Pelini may be coming back to Youngstown State
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
Trump to announce deal on protecting immigrants to end shutdown
The deal also includes funding for a border wall with Mexico.
Income-tax levy considered for Newton Falls school district
The school board will meet in special session Monday
Amid Harper's fury, check on older adults, Ohio agency urges
The Ohio Department of Aging presents several advisory tips.
Expect about 6 to 9 inches of snow in the Valley
The snow is predicted to fall between 3 and 4 p.m. today and 3 and 4 a.m. Sunday
Anderson scores 24 points as Boardman wins sixth straight game
Boardman’s winning streak is bookended by beatdowns at both ends of 224.
Medical examiner says fatal shots in Hoerig case fired near location of body
The Claudia Hoerig aggravated-murder case resumes Tuesday afternoon in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court with defense witnesses. Prosecutors presented their final witnesses Friday afternoon.
Reardon returns as Ursuline football coach
Dan Reardon is returning to Ursuline as the head football coach after four season at Canton McKinley.
Warren superintendent apologizes for officer’s removal
City schools Superintendent Steve Chiaro issued an apology Friday, after he instructed a resource officer to be removed from school property Jan. 8.
VINDY EXCLUSIVE | Munroe to step down Feb. 21 GOP chair
He’s backing the party’s first vice chairman as his successor.
“Too” Hot Mamas continues to expand
Webb’s Ice Cream will relocate from Liberty into Mamas' former store site.
Struthers issues warning to owners of buildings targeted for demolition
The city contends the buildings represent public safety risks.
Famous fans boost status of ‘Dragon Ball Z’
By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr. AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES “Dragon Ball” may be a Japanese-
Colorism reveals many shades of prejudice in Hollywood
By TERRY TANG Associated Press The breakthrough representation of minorities in Hollywood
METRO DIGEST || SR 82 crash Friday
SR 82 crash Friday WARREN Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers are investigating a four-vehicle
Austintown students figure out how to survive global disaster
Showing the car they designed and built to traverse rough terrain to search for survivors are Austintown sixth-graders, from left, Alison Davis, 11, and Ethan Warmough, Luna Niles and Lana Chine, all 12.
Coroner uses tattoos to identify man’s body
Coroner uses tattoos to identify man’s body YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County coroner has
FRIDAY’S HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL Valley Christian 74, Southeast 49 YOUNGSTOWN Milan Square scored a game-high
HAPPY 102ND BIRTHDAY Frances Ritz
HONOREE Residence: Hampton Woods, Poland Date of birth: Jan. 10, 1917, in Youngstown FAMILY
ON THE LINKS | Recaps of Friday’s professional golf events
PGA TOUR Mickelson grabs lead with strong finish LA QUINTA, CALIF. Phil Mickelson birdied
School will host open house Jan. 26
School will host open house Jan. 26 struthers St. Nicholas School, 762 Fifth St., will host its
Browns add several new assistants
New Browns coach Freddie Kitchens added seven assistants to his staff, including Tosh Lupoi, Alabama’s defensive coordinator last season.
KING HOLIDAY
KING HOLIDAY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
Bad shooting dooms Cleveland
Cleveland shot just 21 of 68 (.309) from the field over the first three quarters.
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 19
Today is Saturday, Jan. 19, the 19th day of 2019. There are 346 days left in the year. Associated
Jack Wollitz: Getting a line on fishing equipment
Fresh line is every bit as important as sharp hooks and smooth reels.
Western Reserve to host youth day
Western Reserve to host youth day Niles Western Reserve Fish & Game Association, 1058 W. Third
SPORTS digest
Manning returns to Iowa State as OC AMES, Iowa Ursuline graduate Tom Manning is returning to
AROUND THE NFL Friday’s news & notes
DRAFT Record number of underclassmen declare NEW YORK A record number of college football
Terrapins too much for slumping Buckeyes
Maryland’s depth and shooting touch were too much for Ohio State.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Mike “Mad Dog” Adams, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.: The Put-In-Bay funny
Experts recommend an integrated approach to control ... SPIDERS
By DAVID SPRAGUE OSU Extension master gardener volunteer CANFIELD It’s common to find spiders
russia probe Mueller disputes accuracy of BuzzFeed report
Associated Press WASHINGTON Special counsel Robert Mueller’s office on Friday issued a rare
Food giveaway
Food giveaway youngstown Beulah Baptist Church, 570 Sherwood Ave., hosts a food giveaway from 10
Evaluating the old garden
Evaluating the old garden Figuring out the best and easiest way to get the garden you want in 2019
Sunday news shows
Sunday news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: To be
How to create a sustainable landscape
By MARILYN MCKINLEY OSU master gardener volunteer CANFIELD Is your landscape sustainable? Just
Chickadee Feeding
Chickadee Feeding When: Today, 9 to 11 a.m. What: Black-capped chickadees are inquisitive birds
Youngstown Torch Club will host presentation
YOUNGSTOWN Staff report The Youngstown Torch Club will sponsor a presentation on Strouss’
Ridding yard of slime spots
Q. With all of the rain last year, we had lots of spots in the yard that were “slimed.” I feel like
Tesla to cut jobs to lower vehicle prices
Associated Press Tesla will cut 7 percent of its workforce as it tries to lower prices and break
PARKING BANS & cancellations/changes
These communities have issued parking bans for their area streets in light of the upcoming snowstorm
Long shutdown could damage travel industry
Associated Press ATLANTA America’s busiest airport, Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International,
Maggie Rogers
Maggie Rogers Album: “Heard It in a Past Life” Grade: A The moment most people first heard
Report: Facebook privacy lapses may lead to record fine
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Facebook may be facing the biggest fine ever imposed by the U.S.
BUSINESS DIGEST
EGCC offer to GM Lordstown workers YOUNGSTOWN Eastern Gateway Community College is offering free
Kayla Lucente, Derek Parillo plan June vows
John and Pam Lucente of Struthers and Luciano and Marilyn Parillo of Boardman are announcing the
Tips for succulents
Tips for succulents Succulents are all the rage again this year with several colors of greens and
Welcome to winter Weekend storm sweeping from Midwest to New England
Associated Press CHICAGO A winter storm started sweeping across the Midwest on Friday, leading
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Hubbard's "Too" Hot Mamas closing store, changing focus
Audra Horton used to experiment with pepper recipes for fun with her cousin, Christina Frohman, in her kitchen.
Snowstorm advisories continue, Valley accumulation revised
The snow is coming today, but the National Weather Service has revised its forecast reducing the accumulation amount for the Mahoning Valley to about six to nine inches.
Reps of delapidated Struthers buildings hear city's demands
The owners of a pair of buildings targeted for seizure and demolition by the city met with Law Director John Zomoida on Friday to discuss the fate of their properties.
Novoa denied earlier trial date in body in freezer case
Judge Anthony Donofrio denied a request by a man accused of killing his girlfriend and stuffing her in a freezer to move up his trial.
Mueller's office disputing Buzzfeed report, without specifics
Special counsel Robert Mueller’s office on Friday issued a rare public statement disputing the accuracy of BuzzFeed News’ report that said President Donald Trump’s attorney told Mueller that the president directed him to lie to Congress.
Dan Reardon returns to Ursuline
After four seasons at McKinley High School, Dan Reardon is returning to coach the Ursuline football team. Reardon resigned as the Bulldogs head coach on Friday.
Superintendent apologizes after he ordered officer removed
Superintendent apologizes after he ordered officer removed
Strike by Los Angeles teachers enters fifth day amid talks
Strike by Los Angeles teachers enters fifth day amid talks
STORM | Your Sunday Vindy delivery vs. Mother Nature
We ask your patience Sunday with your Vindicator delivery.
ODOT District 4 makes big preparations for winter storm
ODOT District 4 makes big preparations for winter storm
Boardman alters times for sporting events due to storm
Boardman alters times for sporting events due to storm
Free tickets, utility bill help offered to idle fed workers in Ohio
Free tickets, utility bill help offered to idle fed workers in Ohio
Congress to probe report Trump told lawyer Cohen to lie
Congress to probe report Trump told lawyer Cohen to lie
Schism leads to dueling women's march events in NYC
Schism leads to dueling women's march events in NYC
3 years later, no one is in jail over Flint tainted water
3 years later, no one is in jail over Flint tainted water
Charges dropped for 3 supervisors in East Cleveland police 137-shot case
Charges dropped for 3 supervisors in East Cleveland police 137-shot case
Pennsylvania jobless rate stable as payrolls hit record high
Pennsylvania jobless rate stable as payrolls hit record high
SNOW STORM AFTERMATH | Expect wind chills as low as minus 15
A foot or more of snow fell on the Mahoning Valley over the weekend.
Ohio board rejects condemned killer’s request for mercy
Ohio board rejects condemned killer’s request for mercy
US Sen. Brown meets Monday with GM Lordstown workers
US Sen. Brown meets Monday with GM Lordstown workers
Bystander fires shots at suspect during Ohio traffic stop
Bystander fires shots at suspect during Ohio traffic stop
Perdue recalls chicken nuggets due to wood contamination
Perdue recalls chicken nuggets due to wood contamination
Judge denies man's request to move up murder trial
Judge denies man's request to move up murder trial
EGCC offering free training, education classes to GM-impacted workers
EGCC offering free training, education classes to GM-impacted workers
HOERIG TRIAL | Prosecution rests its case against Claudia Hoerig
HOERIG TRIAL | Prosecution rests its case against Claudia Hoerig
Delivery driver robbed Thursday night in Youngstown
Delivery driver robbed Thursday night in Youngstown
ODOT prepares for weekend winter storm in Eastern Ohio
ODOT prepares for weekend winter storm in Eastern Ohio
Ohio jobless rate unchanged from November to December
Ohio jobless rate unchanged from November to December
GM CEO offers little hope for new vehicle at Lordstown complex
Ohio's new governor Mike DeWine failed to get a commitment from Barra on Lordstown’s future.
Ursuline’s Mark Hughes shines as Wright State defeats YSU
Mark Hughes will always have a soft spot for the Beeghly Center
WILLIAMS: Phantoms make impact on Buckeyes hockey team
East Palestine’s Miller has blossomed into a power-play stalwart
Weather Forecast: Saturday is ‘going to be a doozy’
Wind chills as low as minus 25 are expected Sunday and Monday.
YOUNGSTOWN STATE vs. WRIGHT STATE WOMEN Preview of today’s game
WOMEN Matchup: YSU (12-5, 4-2 Horizon League) vs. Wright State (13-4, 5-0). Tip-off: 7 p.m. at
Sparks fly in busy, long day of Hoerig murder trial
Sparks flew Thursday, a reconstructionist explained the science he used to locate Claudia Hoerig’s position while shooting at her husband, and jurors listened to a 21/2-hour interview that kept them at the courthouse after hours.
Mahoning Officials OK placing justice tax on ballot
The second hearing on a five-year renewal for Mahoning County’s justice sales tax saw little public comment.
Robbery suspects being looked at for other crimes
Detectives are checking all recent robbery cases to see if two men caught on suspicion of robbing the Youngstown-Poland Road Taco Bell on Wednesday afternoon are responsible for other robberies.
THURSDAY’S PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
SNOW ADJUSTMENTS Saturday’s expected snowstorm has created postponements for area high school
Campbell council prepares for winter storm, passes 90-day budget
Final counts of criminal and traffic cases in the courts were also revealed at the meeting.
Art exhibit examines the state of the city
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN “Untold Stories: The Forgotten Under Class in Rust Belt Urban Renewal,”
Shyamalan’s film ‘Glass’ is anti-climactic
‘Glass’ Grade: 2 stars (out of 4) Rating: PG-13 for violence, including some bloody images,
Maren Morris finds theme for album, tour
By KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Maren Morris knew the importance of
Liberty trustees OK software agreement for police department
Trustees Arnie Clebone and Greg Cizmar approved a software hosting agreement with Sundance Systems for the police department during Thursday’s 7:30 a.m. regular meeting.
Hubbard police arrest three women for various charges
Three women arrested in Hubbard after traffic stop with stolen car
Boardman School officials address realignment plan
Boardman schools Superintendent Timothy Saxton explains the district’s proposed realignment of schools to a packed room at Boardman High School Thursday night.
Sprout Club children become mad scientists
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Mill Creek Park hosted its monthly Sprout Club meeting on
Sprout Club children become mad scientists
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Mill Creek Park hosted its monthly Sprout Club meeting on
Austintown Sports Briefs
Varsity boys defeat Howland The Falcons boys varsity basketball team topped the Howland Tigers
Canfield Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants winter sports news Winter athletics will soon arrive and Neighbors wants to be
Mill Creek celebrates holidays with seasonal centerpiece
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Mill Creek Park celebrated the holiday season with a
Sprout Club children become mad scientists
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Mill Creek Park hosted its monthly Sprout Club meeting on
Sprout Club children become mad scientists
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Mill Creek Park hosted its monthly Sprout Club meeting on
Meghan Svetlak | Justin Moff
UNIONTOWN Meghan Svetlak and Justin Moff, both of Uniontown, were united in marriage Oct. 20
Poland to have kindergarten registration on March 2
Registration for children entering kindergarten in Poland Local Schools this fall will take place on
Poland Community Briefs
Dr. Flo joins Ankle and Foot Care Centers Ankle and Foot Care Centers recently announced the
Dec. 21
Dec. 21 Identity fraud: A Mulberry Walk Drive boy found out his identity had been compromised.
Fifth-grade band performs holiday concert
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield Village Middle School fifth-grade bands was
Library hosts DIY Festive Mason Jar event
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com The Michael Kusalaba Library hosted a holiday craft with
Mill Creek celebrates holidays with seasonal centerpiece
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Mill Creek Park celebrated the holiday season with a
Boardman Community Briefs
Relay for Life has Feb. 2 event The Mahoning County Relay for Life will host a benefit for the
Jan. 4
Jan. 4 Domestic violence: Donald V. Danko Jr., 58, of Atlanta Avenue, Austintown, was charged with
Canfield parents share culinary expertise
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield Village Middle School students in two of Terri
Mill Creek celebrates holidays with seasonal centerpiece
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Mill Creek Park celebrated the holiday season with a
Pressed Coffee Bar and Eatery host ribbon cutting ceremony at Poland library
The Poland branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County welcomed Pressed Coffee Bar and Eatery to the location with an official ribbon cutting ceremony on Jan. 10.
Austintown Community Briefs
Additional auditions for “Godspell” The Hopewell Theatre, 702 Mahoning Avenue, Youngstown, will
Boardman Sports Briefs
Boys varsity basketball win The Boardman High School boys varsity basketball team defeated
Logan Bernstein | John Pitzulo
GREENVILLE, S.C. Logan Dixon Bernstein and John Samuel Pitzulo, both of Greenville, S.C., were
CHS donates truckload of gifts to Salvation Army
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield High School student council coordinated the
CHC hosts story book literacy night
The Canfield Local School District hosted a family literacy night for families at C.H. Campbell Elementary School on Jan. 8.
Boardman community members bake fresh cookies for Santa
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Boardman Park hosted its annual Cookies with Santa event
The Inn at Walker Mill opens new memory care facility
The Briarfield assisted living facility the Inn at Walker Mill opened a new memory care facility, Journeys, on Jan. 1.
Poland Sports Briefs
Poland girls varsity basketball defeats Niles The Poland High School girls varsity team defeated
Residents celebrate the season with holiday party
By JESSICA HARKER jharker@vindy.com Beeghly Oaks Center for Rehabilitation and Healing hosted
Canfield swim team places second at championships
The AAC swim championships took place at Warren G. Harding High School natatorium on Jan. 12. The
Trump’s push for a border wall a reminder of the walls in our lives
Opinion: “Something there is that doesn’t love a wall ...” So opens the famous poem written by Robert
MLK’s ‘dream’ far from reality
Opinion: By Jessicah Pierre OtherWords Jan. 15 marked what would’ve been Dr. Martin Luther King’s 90th
Authorize plan, end threat of Asian carp to Lake Erie
Editorial: After four long years of study, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers recently released a comprehensive
THURSDAY’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL AT A GLANCE
MEN No. 5 Gonzaga 73, Loyola Marymount 55 SPOKANE, WASH. Zach Norvell Jr. scored 17 points and
Surplus food
Surplus food Zion Lutheran Church, 3300 Canfield Road, Youngstown. Various commodities, 9:30 to
Attorney: New racist threats at GM plant
Workers who sued General Motors after nooses and racist graffiti were found at its largest U.S. transmission plant nearly two years ago are still facing racial harassment, their attorney said Thursday.
Chicago police officers acquitted
A judge on Thursday acquitted three Chicago officers of trying to cover up the 2014 shooting of Laquan McDonald, dismissing as just one perspective the shocking dashcam video of the black teenager’s death that led to protests, a federal investigation of the police department and the rare murder conviction of an officer.
Dutch inn to open with ‘Love’ cabaret
Staff report COLUMBIANA The Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn and Suites, 150 E. state Route 14,
St. Christine’s students present living Jesse tree
St. Christine’s Catholic School celebrated the Christmas season with a living Jesse tree on Dec. 21.
Election losses continue to haunt Democratic Party leader Betras
Opinion: Defeat smacked Mahoning County Democratic Party Chairman David Betras in the face pretty hard in
Meijer’s coming to Eastwood complex
Meijer’s coming to Eastwood complex NILES A spokesman for the Eastwood Mall Complex has
Trump’s lawyer walks back earlier remarks
President Donald Trump’s lawyer Rudy Giuliani on Thursday walked back comments from the night before in which he maintained that he had “never said there was no collusion” between Russia and members of Trump’s 2016 White House campaign.
KING HOLIDAY What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed Monday for the
Girard discusses brownfield grant, fire department negotiations
Girard city administration negotiates contract with fire department
Canfield Community Briefs
Informational meeting for incoming kindergarten families The Canfield Local School District is
President: US will develop space-based missile defense
President Donald Trump on Thursday laid out plans for a new array of space-based sensors and other high-tech systems designed to more quickly detect and defeat attacks.
Miss Farr, Mr. Stratis will marry next May
girard Robert and Saundra Farr of Girard are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Ballet school plans benefit dinner event
YOUNGSTOWN Company dancers from Ballet Western Reserve will serve pasta and meatballs Sunday from
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Phantoms, 7:05 p.m.: The local team will host the Cedar
Watchdog: Thousands more kids separated
Thousands more migrant children may have been split from their families than the Trump administration previously reported, in part because officials were stepping up family separations long before the border policy that prompted international outrage last spring, a government watchdog said Thursday.
Canfield debates development proposal
A consulting firm studied downtown Canfield’s business makeup and appearance and suggested improvements for a more vibrant city center.
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments A Mahoning County grand jury Thursday indicted these people on
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Jennifer Maravola and Jarrell Phifer-Martin, Youngstown,
Hospital safeguards ‘failed tremendously,’ patient’s widow says
The announcement involving patients from the past few years raised questions about whether drugs were used to hasten deaths intentionally and possibly illegally.
Saints DBs have moved on from collapse against Vikings
Next test for the New Orleans’ secondary is a rematch against the Rams’ Goff
The Fusillos celebrate golden anniversary
BOARDMAN Joseph and Clara Fusillo of Boardman recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary
East Palestine chamber host awards program Monday
The award presentations will be at the municipal building at 7 p.m.
government shutdown Trump grounds Pelosi after she imperils his speech
Associated Press WASHINGTON She imperiled his State of the Union address. He denied her an
Summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Reunions & Class Notes
Chaney High School Class of 1974 will celebrate its 45-year reunion Sept. 1 at Waypoint 4180 at
CLUB CALENDAR
associations Mahoning Valley Amateur Radio Association will celebrate 100 years of Amateur Radio
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 19
Today is Friday, Jan. 18, the 18th day of 2019. There are 347 days left in the year. Associated
Thursday, January 17 (129 stories)
Mahoning commissioners place justice tax renewal on May ballot
The second hearing on a five-year renewal for Mahoning County’s justice sales tax saw little public comment.
Barra offers little hope to Valley officials on survival of Lordstown plant
The future of the Lordstown General Motors complex didn’t get a boost coming out of the Detroit Auto Show with company CEO Mary Barra offering little hope that a new vehicle will be assigned here.
Boardman school leaders adddress residents' concerns with realignment plan
Leaders in the Boardman School District tried to assuage residents’ fears by answering questions about its realignment plan at an informational meeting Thursday, but concerns persisted about the timing of the proposal.
Youngstown police checking Taco Bell robbery suspects for more thefts
Detectives are checking all recent robbery cases to see if two men caught on suspicion of robbing the Youngstown-Poland Road Taco Bell on Wednesday afternoon are responsible for other robberies.
Hubbard cops find drugs, alcohol in stolen car, 3 women arrested
Three women were arrested this week after police found drugs and open containers of alcohol in the stolen car they were driving, according to a police report.
Commission works toward finding new Youngstown schools CEO
Commission works toward finding new Youngstown schools CEO
US government files appeals notice after 2020 census ruling
US government files appeals notice after 2020 census ruling
Body found in garage behind mattress on East Dewey Avenue
Body found in garage behind mattress on East Dewey Avenue
Canfield trustees have special meeting Friday morning
Canfield trustees have special meeting Friday morning
UAW's Green will be Ryan's guest at State of the Union
UAW's Green will be Ryan's guest at State of the Union
Drive It Home thanks GM's Barra for meeting with Ohio governor
Drive It Home thanks GM's Barra for meeting with Ohio governor
Judge acquits 3 Chicago officers of Laquan McDonald cover-up
A judge has acquitted three Chicago police officers of trying to cover up the 2014 shooting of black teenager Laquan McDonald
Expect at least a foot of snow Saturday in the Mahoning Valley
Expect at least a foot of snow Saturday in the Mahoning Valley
9 dead in car bombing at police academy in Colombia capital
9 dead in car bombing at police academy in Colombia capital
LA teachers, district to resume negotiations amid strike
LA teachers, district to resume negotiations amid strike
Investigation continues in Boardman gas station robbery
Investigation continues in Boardman gas station robbery
Mahoning River Basin Water Management Update set for 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday
Mahoning River Basin Water Management Update set for 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday
GM lawsuit alleging racism at Toledo plant goes national
GM lawsuit alleging racism at Toledo plant goes national
Journalist in Ghana who exposed soccer corruption shot dead
Journalist in Ghana who exposed soccer corruption shot dead
Trump says US will develop space-based missile defense
Trump says US will develop space-based missile defense
Liberty OKs software hosting deal for police department
Liberty OKs software hosting deal for police department
Eastwood Mall confirms deal in place with Meijers for new grocery store
Eastwood Mall confirms deal in place with Meijers for new grocery store
No after-school today at city schools elementaries and Rayen EC
No after-school today at city schools elementaries and Rayen EC
Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Mary Oliver dies at 83
Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Mary Oliver dies at 83
Hubbard police arrest 3 women on various charges after traffic stop
Hubbard police arrest 3 women on various charges after traffic stop
Microsoft pledges $500M to tackle Seattle housing crisis
Microsoft pledges $500M to tackle Seattle housing crisis
Local law firm offers help to fed workers during shutdown
Local law firm offers help to fed workers during shutdown
'I never said there was no collusion,' Trump lawyer says
'I never said there was no collusion,' Trump lawyer says
Man found competent to stand trial in 2017 Youngstown shooting
Man found competent to stand trial in 2017 Youngstown shooting
Robbery suspects to be questioned for Youngstown robberies
Robbery suspects to be questioned for Youngstown robberies
Warren, Trumbull County officials trying to work out water treatment agreement
Warren, Trumbull County officials trying to work out water treatment agreement
GM FUTURE | DeWine gets no commitment from GM's Barra about Lordstown's future
GM FUTURE | Barra tells Detroit paper 'little hope' product coming to Lordstown
Number of federal workers seeking US jobless aid doubles
Number of federal workers seeking US jobless aid doubles
GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN | GOP dismisses postponing State of Union
GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN | GOP dismisses postponing State of Union
New US strategy foresees sensors in space to track missiles
New US strategy foresees sensors in space to track missiles
Facebook shuts hundreds of Russia-linked pages, accounts
Facebook shuts hundreds of Russia-linked pages, accounts
HOERIG TRIAL | Jurors view Claudia Hoerig's videotaped interview
HOERIG TRIAL | Jurors view Claudia Hoerig's videotaped interview
Valley expecting 6-12 inches of snow Saturday
Snow-removal crews are prepared to work round the clock to clear roads.
Every age group in YYFFA heading to flag football nationals
Association president Elliott Giles will be quite busy the next two weekends
Premeditation may be key issue in Claudia Hoerig murder trial
Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins and John Cornely, attorney for Claudia Hoerig, agreed Wednesday in opening statements in her aggravated-murder trial that she killed her husband March 12, 2007, by shooting him three times.
Fitch girls take first game against Boardman
There is value in experience, and the Austintown Fitch girls basketball team has plenty of it.
Youngstown officials hopeful potential fund violation will be resolved
Officials with the city and state auditor’s office met privately Wednesday.
Trumbull Children Services seeking foster parents
Trumbull County Children Services is seeking more community members to become foster parents as the number of children who need temporary homes continues to rise.
YSU MEN’S BASKETBALL PREVIEW | Today’s game at a glance
Matchup: YSU (6-13, 2-4 Horizon League) vs. Wright State (8-10, 2-3). Tip-off: 7 p.m. at Beeghly
Warren chief, captain support officer in principal's ticket dispute
Police Chief Eric Merkel and Capt. Jeff Cole both say they are “100 percent” behind the school-resource officer who wrote a parking ticket for a Jefferson K-8 School principal who parked in a handicap parking space Jan. 8.
‘Swan Lake’ Renowned ballet troupe coming to Powers
The Mahoning Valley will experience a first when the National Ballet Theatre of Odessa comes to town next week.
‘Pettygrass’: Tom Petty songs, bluegrass style
Keller Williams’ Pettygrass concert tour – in which he plays the music of the late Tom Petty bluegrass-style – will come to Kent Stage on Saturday.
Mathews school resource officer probe continues
Mathews schools Superintendent Russell McQuaide declined to provide specifics about a nearly monthlong investigation of Vienna Police Sergeant Michael Sheehy, the schools’ resource officer, by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation.
Steelers awaiting word from Brown
The Pittsburgh Steelers aren’t ruling out the possible return of wayward wide receiver Antonio Brown.
Postmodern Jukebox has throwback sound that’s totally fresh
It’s not uncommon for a band to update an old tune by giving it a modern spin.
WRPA hosts last meeting at Penguin Place
The Western Reserve Port Authority hosted its last meeting at Penguin Place, 240 N. Champion St., on Wednesday as the building will soon be demolished for student housing.
Austintown man faces charges in child-abuse case
A teacher first noticed several whip marks from the 5-year-old pupil’s wrists to shoulders, according to Austintown police.
Brazilian magazine: U.S. promised punishment same as Brazil’s
Trumbull Prosecutor Dennis Watkins declines to discuss possible limits on Claudia Hoerig's punishment if convicted.
Police: Brookfield man fled accident with child in frigid weather
A Brookfield man is charged with child endangering after police say he crashed into a telephone pole on Logan Avenue Tuesday afternoon and ran into the woods with his child in the cold weather.
Ryan named chairman of Appropriations subcommittee
The subcommittee controls funding of the legislative branch
Gov. DeWine to meet GM CEO in Detroit this morning
General Motors Lordstown retiree Don Muth of Lordstown was among about 100 at a vigil outside the plant Wednesday to protest its planned closing in March. Muth, who started at the plant in 1978 and retired three years ago, said he was there to support the workers and the community.
Saudis still getting a pass on the Khashoggi murder
Editorial: Shortly after he accused former President Barack Obama of “misguided” thinking that diminished the
Republicans suddenly outraged over Congressman King’s racism
Opinion: WASHINGTON Republicans are shocked, shocked, to learn that Rep. Steve King, R-Iowa, is a dyed-in-
Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and Canfield
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown and the city of Canfield:
Pariots’ Brady, Chiefs’ Mahomes have little in common but success
Few similarities exist when it comes to Patriots quarterback Tom Brady and Chiefs counterpart Patrick Mahomes,
AROUND THE NBA Wednesday’s games
Nets 145, Rockets 142. OT HOUSTON Spencer Dinwiddie scored 25 of his 33 points in the fourth
4 Americans among dead in Syria blast
Associated Press BEIRUT Two U.S. service members and two American civilians were among those
AROUND THE NHL | Recaps of Wednesday’s games
Senators 5, Avalanche 2 OTTAWA, ONTARIO Matt Duchene had two goals and an assist against his
CD RATES
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Pliskova finishes strong against Brengle
Karolina Pliskova extended her winning start to the season by reaching the third round of the Australian Open.
Medical pot dispensaries open in Ohio
Associated Press CLEVELAND One of the first, if not the first, person to purchase medical
Living close to the edge
Opinion: By Chuck Collins OtherWords As the government shutdown drags on, the image of federal workers
World’s permafrost gets warmer; Siberia rises the most
Associated Press BERLIN Scientists say the world’s permafrost is getting warmer, with
Impending storm alters sports events
Snow-mageddon 2019 hasn’t hit the Mahoning Valley yet, but some athletic events have already been postponed.
Attack in Kenya kills at least 21
Associated Press NAIROBI, Kenya The death toll from an extremist attack on a luxury hotel and
Pelosi asks Trump to delay State of the Union speech
Associated Press WASHINGTON A grand Washington ritual became a potential casualty of the
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Joseph and Christina Carnes, Salem, boy, Jan. 14. Angel
Thursday
Thursday Discussion Chapter Chat Book Club, 6:30 p.m., Austintown Public Library, 600 S. Raccoon
Rush fan day at Rock Hall
Staff report CLEVELAND The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum will welcome 2013 inductees Geddy
American anchorwoman for Iranian TV arrested in US
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS A prominent American anchorwoman on Iranian state television has
‘Sister’s Cabaret Class’ in Salem
‘Sister’s Cabaret Class’ in Salem Pastor Kari Lankford of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Leetonia
Peter Funt, 1/11/2019 [Archive]
Opinion: Peter Funt, 1/11/2019 [Archive] Download this column as a Microsoft Word file. No Oscar
3 lawsuits filed over pain meds given to near-death patients
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio man said Wednesday he was stunned to learn of allegations that
Man accused of plotting attack on White House
Associated Press ATLANTA A Georgia man accused of plotting to use an anti-tank rocket to storm
KING HOLIDAY
KING HOLIDAY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Spitfire Grill.” Mark Frost, director, Gary Kekel, musical director, Crown
“Grey’s Anatomy” (8 p.m., ABC): In the winter premiere, a windstorm continues to
“Grey’s Anatomy” (8 p.m., ABC): In the winter premiere, a windstorm continues to blow through
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Thu: Susan Wojnar, 7 p.m. Barrel Run Crossing
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 17
Today is Thursday, Jan. 17, the 17th day of 2019. There are 348 days left in the year. Associated
AROUND THE NFL news & notes
NEW YORK JETS Gregg Williams hired as defensive coordinator FLORHAM PARK, N.J. Gregg Williams
NATIONAL SUMMARY
NATIONAL SUMMARY Snow showers extend southward across northern New England, western and northern
New This week
New This week Dragon Ball Super: Broly (PG) Goku and Vegeta encounter Broly, a Saiyan warrior
British PM survives no-confidence vote
Associated Press LONDON British Prime Minister Theresa May survived a no-confidence vote in
Wednesday, January 16 (98 stories)
Youngstown officials hopeful for resolution after meeting with state auditors
Officials with the city, which faces the possibility of having to pay about $5.5 million from its general fund and go into fiscal emergency, said they came away from a meeting with state auditors hopeful that the matter will be resolved.
Trumbull children services needs more foster parents
Trumbull County Children Services is seeking more community members to become foster parents as the number of children who need temporary homes continues to rise.
Jeremy Betts jailed again, charged with beating 5-year-old with cord
An Austintown Elementary School security officer called this child-abuse case “the worst she has seen.”
Tim Ryan to chair House subcommittee overseeing government spending
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan was selected by his Democratic colleagues to serve as chairman of the House Appropriations Committee’s Legislative Branch Subcommittee.
City, state auditors discuss the $5.5 million question
City, state auditors discuss the $5.5 million question
May wins no-confidence vote, but still is beset by Brexit
May wins no-confidence vote, but still is beset by Brexit
The IRS is recalling 46,000 workers to handle tax returns
The IRS is recalling 46,000 workers to handle tax returns
Report: Turkey seeks warrant for NBA player Enes Kanter
Report: Turkey seeks warrant for NBA player Enes Kanter
Pennsylvania sued over limits on state coverage of abortion
Pennsylvania sued over limits on state coverage of abortion
Europeans unravel massive tennis match-fixing ring
Europeans unravel massive tennis match-fixing ring
Los Angeles teachers union hints at new talks during strike
Los Angeles teachers union hints at new talks during strike
Teen arraigned on charge of bringing knife blade to school
Teen arraigned on charge of bringing knife blade to school
Cars, handgun stolen from West Side auto dealership
Cars, handgun stolen from West Side auto dealership
Kia to recall vehicles to fix problem that can cause fires
Kia to recall vehicles to fix problem that can cause fires
Kenya says gunmen are killed in hotel attack; 14 victims die
Kenya says gunmen are killed in hotel attack; 14 victims die
Gay-rights group takes issue with Karen Pence's new employer
Gay-rights group takes issue with Karen Pence's new employer
Weekend storm forces change in start time for Boardman girls JV game
Weekend storm forces change in start time for Boardman girls JV game
Former Alabama QB Jalen Hurts transferring to Oklahoma
Former Alabama QB Jalen Hurts transferring to Oklahoma
Senate upholds Treasury decision to ease Russia sanctions
Senate upholds Treasury decision to ease Russia sanctions
Murder suspect says 'I'm done' and tries to leave arraignment
Murder suspect says 'I'm done' and tries to leave arraignment
Sharon, Pa., woman sentenced for killing husband who wanted divorce
Sharon, Pa., woman sentenced for killing husband who wanted divorce
Take a peep at Peeps: Contest offers Pa. candy factory tour
Take a peep at Peeps: Contest offers Pa. candy factory tour
Much of lawsuit over cop fatally shooting Ohio man to go to trial
Much of lawsuit over cop fatally shooting Ohio man to go to trial
Man faces child endangering for running into freezing woods with child
Man faces child endangering for running into freezing woods with child
Ryan selected by Democrats to chair House Appropriations subcommittee
Ryan selected by Democrats to chair House Appropriations subcommittee
HOERIG TRIAL | Former detective goes over case evidence
HOERIG TRIAL | Former detective goes over case evidence
Federal judge allowing open phone line during Ohio execution
Federal judge allowing open phone line during Ohio execution
First medical marijuana sold in Ohio as dispensaries open
First medical marijuana sold in Ohio as dispensaries open
2nd suit filed over pain meds given to near-death patients in Ohio
2nd suit filed over pain meds given to near-death patients in Ohio
In era of news deserts, no easy fix for local news struggles
In era of news deserts, no easy fix for local news struggles
White House denounces Rep. King’s white supremacy remarks
White House denounces Rep. King’s white supremacy remarks
Brookfield UM Church cancels Saturday spaghetti dinner
Brookfield UM Church cancels Saturday spaghetti dinner
Salem roads closed at noon for Officer Dobbins funeral
Salem roads closed for Officer Dobbins funeral
Gov. DeWine to meet with GM CEO Mary Barra on Thursday
Gov. DeWine to meet with General Motors CEO Mary Barra on Thursday
Sears staves off liquidation, stores to remain open
Sears staves off liquidation, stores to remain open
Trump economists acknowledge shutdown drag on economy
Trump economists acknowledge shutdown drag on economy
SYRIA BLAST | UPDATE: Military says US service members killed in Syria
Blast near Syria US-led coalition patrol causes casualties
Washingtonville man dies in Columbiana auto accident
Washingtonville man dies in Columbiana auto accident
Campbell considers new police chief, purchases new cruiser and rehires “Rough and Rowdy” cop
Lt. Kevin Sferra will assume the chief’s duties and the officer who fought in the “Rough and Rowdy Brawl” last summer is back at work.
Valley Christian rallies to beat Mooney
Milan Square and Mevlin Neail hit key 3-pointers in the final minute.
Boardman community mobilizes to honor Heather Dobbins
Boardman community mobilizes to honor late police officer
Second-half surge powers South Range over Girard
Chris Brooks has been on a tear of late for the South Range boys basketball team.
What is the basis for Democrats touting Trump’s impeachment?
Opinion: By Byron York Andrews McMeel Syndication Newly sworn-in Democratic Rep. Rashida Tlaib
Sears a casualty of 21st century
Opinion: By Steven Horwitz The Vindicator At the present, Sears is barely surviving in bankruptcy court.
Help prevent doomsday for recycling in America
Editorial: Toledo Blade: For more than a generation, we’ve been training ourselves to separate paper and
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE TUESDAY’S RESULTS RACE 1 $11,000 - 3 yo’s & up, 1M 70Y, CLM
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL Bristol 76, Maplewood 30 BRISTOLVILLE Gage Elza broke Bristol’s single-game
UK’s May faces no-confidence vote after Brexit plan crushed
British lawmakers have plunged Brexit into chaos and the U.K. politics into crisis by rejecting Prime Minister Theresa May’s divorce deal with the European Union
Food sales and dinners through Jan. 23
THURSDAY Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church Hall, 526 W. Rayen Ave., will take orders for
Auto shows no-shows? Detroit, others gear up to retool events
Associated Press DETROIT Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Lt. Gov. Jon Husted will be at the North
Valley should prepare for a major snowstorm Saturday
Weather service isn’t ready yet to say how much snow we’ll get
Homestead Kitchen & Cocktails boasts many wonderful offerings
Homestead Kitchen & Cocktails boasts so many wonderful and ingenious things
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
If you go
If you go Boardman realignment plan informational meeting: When: 6:30 p.m. Thursday Where:
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 16
Today is Wednesday, Jan. 16, the 16th day of 2019. There are 349 days left in the year. Associated
Austintown Senior center raises dues for out-of-towners
In October, some township seniors expressed concern over non-residents taking advantage of the township senior center for free, while township residents pay its annual operating levy.
Surplus food
Surplus food New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St., Youngstown, various commodities, 9 to
Two arrested, one cited, during fight at Summit Academy
Man faces felony assault on police officer charge
Friends rally to help Roberto’s downtown restaurant
A GoFundMe page was set up with a $40,000 fundraising goal.
COLLEGE BASKETBALLL ROUndup
COLLEGE BASKETBALLL ROUndup Tuesday’s games No. 4 Virginia 81, No. 9 Virginia Tech 59
Pair charged in death of Cleveland boy whose remains found behind home
The caregivers for a 4-year-old boy whose remains were found in a garbage bag by a landscaper in the backyard of a vacant home in Cleveland have been charged with murder
Attorney general nominee: ‘I will not be bullied’
Barr asserts independence during hearing Associated Press WASHINGTON Vowing “I will not be
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Boardman board of education, special meeting, 6:30 p.m., Boardman High School
VW, Ford teaming up on pickups
The automakers also are exploring deal on electrics Associated Press FRANKFURT, GERMANY
Tuesday, January 15 (103 stories)
Second-half surge powers South Range over Girard
Raiders’ Brooks scores 18 of his game-high 24 points after intermission against Girard
Neil Kennedy Recovery Center named 2018 Agency of the Year
National Association of Social Workers Ohio Chapter Region 4 named area addiction treatment provider Neil Kennedy Recovery Center the 2018 Agency of the Year
Volunteers clearing trails in Poland Municipal Forest
Volunteers clearing trails in Poland Municipal Forest
Valley should prepare for a major snowstorm Saturday
Weather service isn’t ready yet to say how much snow we’ll get
Jury seated in Claudia Hoerig murder trial
Jury seated in Claudia Hoerig murder trial; testimony to begin today
Boardman’s three elementary schools would become K-3 buildings
Boardman Local Schools successfully campaigned for a 10-year, $5.8 million levy
Homestead Kitchen & Cocktails was worth the trip
Homestead Kitchen & Cocktails boasts many wonderful offerings
West Virginia: Proposal to give $10M for Trump's border wall
West Virginia: Proposal to give $10M for Trump's border wall
Al-Shabab extremists claim deadly attack on Nairobi hotel
Al-Shabab extremists claim deadly attack on Nairobi hotel
Drug trafficker tells of bribe to ex-president of Mexico
Drug trafficker tells of bribe to ex-president of Mexico
Youngstown garbage collection unaffected by King holiday
Youngstown garbage collection unaffected by King holiday
HOERIG TRIAL | Jurors selected to hear the evidence
HOERIG TRIAL | Jurors selected to hear the evidence
Pair charged in death of Cleveland boy whose remains found behind home
Pair charged in death of Cleveland boy whose remains found behind home
Canfield church fundraiser dinner Sunday canceled due to weather
Canfield church fundraiser dinner Sunday canceled due to weather
One person faces felony charge in Summit Academy fight
One person faces felony charge in Summit Academy fight
Toledo Blade to have e-delivery of paper 2 days a week
Toledo Blade to have e-delivery of paper 2 days a week
Ohio hospital: Doc gave near-death patients excessive pain meds
Ohio hospital: Doc gave near-death patients excessive pain meds
Ex-Ohio principal convicted of sex charges sentenced to 2 years
Ex-Ohio principal convicted of sex charges sentenced to 2 years
White House shifts shutdown strategy, tries to bypass Pelosi
White House shifts shutdown strategy, tries to bypass Pelosi
Youngstown man eludes Liberty cops after brief chase
Youngstown man eludes Liberty cops after brief chase
Trump signs Brown, Portman bill to clean up Ohio lakes and rivers
Trump signs Brown, Portman bill to clean up Ohio lakes and rivers
UPDATE | Barr says he wouldn't fire Mueller without cause
Barr says he wouldn't fire Mueller without cause
Bad news US Netflix subcribers: Netflix raising prices due to increased costs
Netflix raising prices for 58M US subscribers as costs rise
UPDATE | Counselors on scene at school for Warren girl who died in Geauga County crash
3 dead after Parkman Township crash
Portuguese magazine gives Brazilian perspective on Claudia Hoerig murder trial
Portuguese magazine gives Brazilian perspective on Claudia Hoerig murder trial
MetroParks plans capital improvements worth $5.36 million
MetroParks plans capital improvements worth $5.36 million
Campbell finance department wrangled after years of mismanagement
The city’s finance director has been playing catch-up with the budget since he was hired in 2017.
Dems fail first test on climate
Opinion: By Basav Sen OtherWords The science on climate change is clear: All countries desperately need
Dems bluster notwithstanding, 2019’s watchword is discipline
Opinion: By Gene Lyons Andrews McMeel Syndication What an outrage! A Democratic woman talking like a
Youngstown Plan a key factor in Kasich’s legacy
Editorial: 2So said Gov. John R. Kasich in the fall of 2014 about the academically crippled Youngstown City
President denies working for Russia
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump on Monday denied he ever worked for Russia
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS McGowan pleads no contest to drug charge FALLS CHURCH, Va. Actress Rose McGowan
UK leader in frantic final push to win Brexit deal backing
British Prime Minister Theresa May made a frantic last push Monday to swing lawmakers’ support behind her seemingly doomed Brexit deal, warning that its defeat risked scuttling the U.K.’s departure from the European Union and “betraying the vote of the British people.”
New governor touts optimism
Republican takes office as Ohio’s 70th chief executive Staff/wire report COLUMBUS New
Digital First Media eyeing Gannett Co.
Associated Press NEW YORK A hedge fund-backed bid to buy Gannett Co., publisher of USA Today and
PREP ROUNDUP | MONDAY’s HIGH SCHOOL RESULTS
GIRLS BASKETBALL Saturday’s Poland-Struthers game moved to Thursday STRUTHERS The Poland at
Tariffs take toll on China’s exports to US in December
Associated Press BEIJING China’s 2018 trade surplus with the United States surged to a record
King loses committee positions over racial comment
Ryan introduces censure resolution Staff/wire report WASHINGTON Veteran Republican Rep. Steve
Stormy Daniels sues police officers over strip club arrest
Porn star Stormy Daniels sued several Columbus police officers Monday for $2 million over her arrest at a strip club last summer, an incident that sparked criticism of the law used to arrest her and led to other lawsuits against the city.
House Dems announce probe into drug pricing
Associated Press WASHINGTON House Democrats announced a sweeping investigation Monday of the
Liberty trustees approve law director pay increase
Liberty trustees approve law director pay increase 2-1
Trump investigations
Trump investigations A look at where the investigations related to Trump stand: WHAT’S THIS ALL
worth a look
SALES Helping Hands Closet at Western Reserve United Methodist Church, 4580 Canfield Road,
YEARS AGO FOR JAN. 15
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 15, the 15th day of 2019. There are 350 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Husband of woman killed by firetruck appeals to high court
Husband of woman killed by firetruck appeals to high court COLUMBUS The husband of an Ohio woman
COLLEGE BAskETBALL Monday’s games
WOMEN Ohio State 65, No. 17 Michigan State 55 COLUMBUS Carly Santoro scored a season-high 25
What you need to know about the cold and flu season
What you need to know about the cold and flu season
The top five global concert tours for the most recent one-week sales period, ranked by average box
The top five global concert tours for the most recent one-week sales period, ranked by average box
Learn about sea lions
Learn about sea lions SALEM The Salem Public Library, 82 E. State St., will host a video
Area could have its first major snowstorm of the winter season Saturday
While the heaviest snow is expected Saturday, the Valley could see snow every day this week
Chairman at center of Sears fight
Associated Press NEW YORK As Sears teeters on the brink of collapse, one man stands at the
Kings of the Road
Hyundai’s Genesis G70 and Kona, Ram 1500 pick up 2019 North American Vehicle of the Year awards
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday ABC Water and Storm Water District board of trustees, 2 p.m., Boardman Township
BIRTHS
Births St. Elizabeth boardman hospital Shannon Duraney and Scott Campbell, Canfield, boy, Jan.
Monday, January 14 (99 stories)
Liberty trustees approve law director pay increase 2-1
Liberty trustees approve law director pay increase 2-1
MetroParks plans capital improvements worth $5.36 million
MetroParks plans capital improvements worth $5.36 million
R. Kelly accuser says he threatened to reveal her sex life
R. Kelly accuser says he threatened to reveal her sex life
Opening statements in Hoerig trial expected Wednesday
Though many knew about the Hoerig case, few were dismissed from being potential jurors
Youngstown City School District expands its music program
Fifth- through eighth-graders have a new sound this year with an expanded music program allowing them to play instruments
Steelers promote Shaun Sarrett to offensive line coach
Steelers promote Shaun Sarrett to offensive line coach
No public comment on county's justice tax
A second hearing on another five-year renewal of the county’s .75 criminal justice tax is set for this week
Dayton police: Man found shot in car dies from injuries
Dayton police: Man found shot in car dies from injuries
Kidnapping suspect targeted Jayme Closs after seeing her get on bus
Kidnapping suspect targeted Jayme Closs after seeing her get on bus
Police: Utah mall shooting that wounded 2 was gang dispute
Police: Utah mall shooting that wounded 2 was gang dispute
Number of no-show airport security screeners soars in shutdown
Number of no-show airport security screeners soars in shutdown
Browns new coach Kitchens: 'We’re going to win'
Cleveland Browns introduce new head coach Freddie Kitchens
Utility seeks bankruptcy protection over California fires
Utility seeks bankruptcy protection over California fires
Man who took 2 women hostage at UPS facility is dead
Man who took 2 women hostage at UPS facility is dead
Austintown man to be sentenced in Feb. for son's accidental overdose
Austintown man to be sentenced in Feb. for son's accidental overdose
Congressman Tim Ryan introduces legislation censuring Rep. Steve King
Congressman Tim Ryan introduces legislation censuring Rep. Steve King
Report: 2 killed, 40 detained in new gay purge in Chechnya
Report: 2 killed, 40 detained in new gay purge in Chechnya
Niles police ID officers involved in fatal shooting
Niles police ID officers involved in fatal shooting
Judge blocks Trump birth control coverage rules in 13 states
Judge blocks Trump birth control coverage rules in 13 states
Catholic Charities' 'Keep Kids Warm' initiative is this month
Catholic Charities' 'Keep Kids Warm' initiative is this month
US Sen. Rob Portman is accepting senate page applications
US Sen. Rob Portman is accepting page applications
Woman drinking wine from Pringles can banned from Walmart
Woman drinking wine from Pringles can banned from Walmart
Julian Castro visits Puerto Rico in bid for presidency
Julian Castro visits Puerto Rico in bid for presidency
DETROIT AUTO SHOW | Fiat Chrysler CEO says company can stand alone
Fiat Chrysler CEO says company can stand alone
House Dems announce investigation of drug pricing
House Dems announce sweeping investigation of drug pricing
Frontier adds flight between Cleveland, South Carolina coast
Frontier adds flight between Cleveland, South Carolina coast
Snakes alive! Florida man finds boa under car’s hood
Florida man finds boa constrictor under car’s hood
Jury to be chosen from another county in police shooting
Jury to be chosen from another county in police shooting
Accident causes temporary closure of Campbell intersection
Accident causes temporary closure of Campbell intersection
Commissioners host session on criminal justice tax renewal
Commissioners host session on criminal justice tax renewal
2 female victims unharmed after UPS hostage situation
2 female victims unharmed after UPS hostage situation
Crash that killed man, 81, injures Kansas football player
Crash that killed man, 81, injures Kansas football player
Trump denies ever working for Russia, blasts investigators
Trump denies ever working for Russia, blasts investigators
Chinese exports to US sank last month as tariffs took a toll
Chinese exports to US sank last month as tariffs took a toll
GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN | Trump rejects short-term fix
GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN | Trump rejects short-term fix
YPD officers chase, catch dollar store robbery suspect
YPD officers chase, catch dollar store robbery suspect
DETROIT AUTO SHOW | Ford and Cadillac SUVs take stage
Ford and Cadillac SUVs, Toyota sports car star at auto show
Y'town PD seeks man who fired shots during argument
Y'town police seek man who fired shots during argument
Love goes to the dogs for Valentine’s Day
POLAND Friends of Fido is hosting its annual Valentine’s Day card event, “For the Love of Dogs.”
The program, RISE Recovery, is housed at 3132 Belmont Ave., Youngstown
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN ONE Health Ohio will soon provide Suboxone as part of its medication-
Flu-associated hospitalizations rose during the 1st week in January
Public health organizations recommend a flu shot for everybody six months and older
New Hollywood Gaming GM hopes story of humble beginnings will inspire others
“If I can make it, why can’t you be whatever you want to be?” says Allie Evangelista
$50K grant transforms dining facility at Boys and Girls Club
The funds were used to improve the club’s kitchen.
Brady, Michel help Patriots pull plug on Chargers
New England (12-5) will play at Kansas City in next week’s AFC title game.
Comeback was Brees for Saints
New Orleans got two TD passes from Drew Brees and two interceptions from Marcus Lattimore.
Cavs take down LeBron-less LA
Cedi Osman scored 20 points, Collin Sexton added 17 and the Cleveland Cavaliers ended a 12-game losing streak.
YSU track program adds to already-talented roster
Can’t blame Brian Gorby if he wants to take a victory lap.
Son reunites with dad after 64 years – at father’s coffin
By SHANE HOOVER The (Canton) Repository RITTMAN Having waited 64 years for the reunion, Rex
Officials wish Trump denial was more forceful
Officials are expressing regret that Trump didn’t more clearly and forcefully deny working on behalf of Russia
Open US government temporarily, Trump ally in Senate urges
Associated Press WASHINGTON A Republican lawmaker advising President Donald Trump said he is
DeWine takes oath as Ohio’s 70th governor
Staff and wire report COLUMBUS Republican Mike De-Wine was sworn in as Ohio’s 70th governor in a
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Austintown-Boardman-Mahoning County Joint Communications District, fire advisory
Nelson, Strait perform their 1st duet together
Nelson, Strait perform their 1st duet together NASHVILLE, Tenn. Country icon Willie Nelson has
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