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Tips for getting a business headshot

Business News October 10, 2026

Getting author photos made to promote his first book was a meaningful experience for freelance journalist Philip Eil. The professional photographer he hired was friendly and supportive, he said, and he liked watching her work during the several hours they spent together. She shot some close-ups in her studio and then took outdoor images of Eil near the Seekonk River, one of his favorite spots in Providence, Rhode Island. “There was so much emotion wrapped up in publishing this book, which I had worked on for over a decade,” Eil said of the 2024 shoot that helped launch his ...

Boardman man charged in Austintown murder

Local News October 9, 2026

AUSTINTOWN - A man turned himself in at a local hospital after allegedly killing a family member. Local media outlets and some social media sources state that Mark Burley, 36, of Boardman, is charged with killing his father. The Vindicator has not been able to confirm that the victim is ...

Commissioners deny Ciccone’s budget increase

Youngstown board moves $1M in ARP funding to residential facade program

Local News October 9, 2026

YOUNGSTOWN – The city’s board of control voted to again make changes to housing programs, funded through the American Rescue Plan, most notably moving $1 million from its Landlord Property Improvement Program to the Residential Facade Program. The board voted 3-0 Thursday in favor of the transfer. The board’s members are Mayor Derrick McDowell, Finance Director Kyle Miasek and Law Director Adam Buente. DeMaine Kitchen, the community planning and economic development director, said the switch was prompted by “our desire to not have to send the money back. We have been tracking ...

Youngstown holiday parade set for Nov. 28

Local News October 9, 2026

YOUNGSTOWN – The city’s annual holiday parade and Christmas tree lighting ceremony will be Nov. 28. The event begins with the Flea on Phelps from 4 to 8 p.m., featuring vendors, food and holiday activities. Santa’s workshop at Oh Wow! will be open from 4 to 6 p.m., giving people the opportunity to get photos with Santa. The holiday parade starts at 6 p.m. The parade route starts on East Federal Street, near Commerce Street, and finishes on West Federal Street at Vindicator Square. The Christmas tree lighting ceremony on Central Square is at 7:30 p.m. The event will feature an ...