The Vindicator was established in 1869 by J. Ford Lanterman and two of his colleagues. It served as a prominent newspaper in Youngstown, Ohio until it ceased publication in 2019. The news operation was then taken over by the nearby Tribune Chronicle, which is owned by Ogden Newspapers.Based out of Youngstown, Ohio, The Vindicator provides a range of coverage including Local News, Sports, Business, Entertainment, and Politics. Serving the Mahoning Valley area, the news source focuses greatly on local happenings and community events.**One interesting fact**: Though the original Vindicator has ceased publication, its legacy continues not only through Vindy.com but also through a unique partnership with the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County. The library has digitized almost the entire run of the newspaper, ensuring the preservation of over a century's worth of local history and journalism.