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Oct. 31 This Week in History: Teen was accused of murder

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120 Years Ago, 1906 transcribed as originally published in the Youngstown Vindicator: “Killed jealous rival. Sensational shooting. The principals in awful tragedy little more than children. Chas. M. Ludwick shot through the heart last night by Elton F. Ackerman. Both sides were suitors for the hand of Miss Theresa O’Connell who was a witness to the shocking affair.” “Fearful that his jealous rival had a revolver and sought his life, Elton F. Ackerman, a 15-year-old boy, shot and instantly killed Charles M. Ludwick at the front door of Thomas J. Lawlor’s residence, 232 West ...

Mortgage rate continues to fall

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WASHINGTON — The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate declined for the second straight week, falling to its lowest level in more than a month. The benchmark 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to 7.24% from 7.32% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday. One year ago, the ...

Appeals court rejects appeal in killing of 15-year-old girl

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YOUNGSTOWN — The 7th District Court of Appeals has rejected the argument of a man sentenced to a long prison term for his role in the death of 15-year-old Amya Monserrat that he did not fully understand the consequences of his guilty plea. Mahoning County Common Pleas Court Judge Anthony ...

Boardman contractor facing more charges in Columbiana

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LISBON — A Boardman area contractor convicted in 2024 for stealing from clients is facing another charge in Columbiana County, this time for aggravated theft for allegedly stealing $9,457 from a couple last fall. John P. Bartos, 43, with a last known address in Hubbard, appeared for ...

Youngstown tops two national housing market rankings

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Youngstown has claimed the top spot in two national housing market rankings, again leading Cotality's latest list of the nation's hottest housing markets and ranking as the most competitive small rental market in the United States. In its October report, Cotality ranked Youngstown No. 1 among the nation's hottest housing markets. It marks the sixth time this year that Youngstown has topped the company's monthly rankings. Youngstown held the No. 1 position for five consecutive months, from January through May, and ranked No. 2 in June before reclaiming the top spot in October. The ...

Boardman woman closes book on career as children's librarian

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WARREN - A Boardman woman has spent 20 years working at the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library. Lori Faust, who most recently served as community engagement manager and formerly children services manager, said she has been with the library since October 2006. Her last day was Friday, ...