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North Lima company partnering with NASA on payload project
A local engineering company is working on mastering a project with NASA that aims to reshape previous attempts involving the release of payloads into space.
Indians hold on to beat Verlander, Tigers
Indians hold on to beat Verlander, Tigers DETROIT (AP) — Ubaldo Jimenez outpitched Justin
Orpik’s OT goal sends Penguins to 2nd round
Orpik’s OT goal sends Penguins to 2nd round UNIONDALE, N.Y. (AP) — Brooks Orpik scored 7:49 into
Man hospitalized after crash on 711
City police are investigating a Saturday evening accident involving a man traveling the wrong way on Route 711.
Ex-school board member asleep in drive-through, charged with dui
A former city school board member was charged with driving under the influence early Saturday.
First Valley Women's Expo garners praise today at Expo Center
“This is definitely a girl’s day out,” said Shari Davies, Girard, as she walked among the Women’s Expo displays Saturday with several friends at the Eastwood Expo Center. “It’s really nice to see all of these good products.”
Reluctance to talk money blamed for low turnout at forum
Financial stability for low- to moderate income women and their families was the focus Saturday during an Empowerment and Financial Fair at the downtown YWCA.
Parents announce Sneddon-Narducci engagement
HUBBARD Carmen and Mary Narducci of Hubbard are announcing the engagement of their son, Chris
Amanda Clayton, Ryan McCallister set Aug. 17 rite
Amanda Clayton, daughter of Michael and Christine Clayton, all of Canfield, and Ryan McCallister of
Crum-Henin wedding date is set for Aug. 17
Danyelle Crum of Youngstown and Freddy Henin of Canfield are announcing their engagement. Parents
Lauren Brown, Michael Reese to wed Sept. 14
mcdonald Parents of the bride-elect, Richard and Lynn Brown of McDonald, are announcing the
Miss Henry, Mr. Mancini are engaged
POLAND Leo III and Susan Henry of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Rebecca
VFW to host spaghetti dinner
VFW to host spaghetti dinner YOUNGSTOWN VFW 3307, 1351 Albert St., is sponsoring a spaghetti
Filipino-American president's ball will be May 17
A Filipino-American president's gala will be May 17 at Mahoning Country Club, Girard.
Help for constitutents, especially veterans, Monday in Lawrence County
U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey, R-Pa., said his staff will have a casework day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday at Lawrence County Courthouse, 430 Court St., hosted by Lawrence County commissioners.
Community day at Wick Park Friday for kids, residents
Mahoning Youngstown Community Action Partnership (MYCAP) Community Action Awareness Day activities are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday at the Wick Park Recreation Center inside Wick Park at 260 Park Ave.
Youngstown, Warren schoolkids to be recognized at banquet
United Methodist Community Center, 139 E. Boardman St., Youngstown and 760 Main Ave. SW, Warrren, will sponsor a recognition banquet from 6 to 8:30 p.m. May 23 at The Georgetown Banquet Center in Boardman.
Feds indict Farrell man on drug charges
A federal grand jury has indicted a Farrell, Pa., resident on narcotics charges.
Youngstown Gay Pride Parade June 8 downtown
The Youngstown Gay Pride Parade steps off at noon June 8 at Woodlawn Avenue near downtown Youngstown.
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 76 in the second
Youngstown program offers plenty of youth activities to reduce summer violence
If you want to keep at-risk children on the right path, you’ve got to provide the activities and support they need, city officials and community and faith-based leaders say.
South Range hires two coaching veterans
Tony Matisi and John Cullen will take over the Raiders’ basketball programs.
All 8 proposals for new Youngstown fire station will be tossed
They were all higher than the city’s estimated cost.
YSU alumni group aims to give back
YSU has about 1,200 former football players, with about half living in a 90-mile radius.
YSU softball reaches Horizon League final
The Penguins are trying to reach the NCAA regionals for the first time since 2006.
Big Tap-In organizers plan fall octoBREWfest
Staff report Boardman The organizers of the Big Tap In will host a second beer festival this
Kurt Busch takes pole for tonight’s race at Darlington
Associated Press darlington, S.c. Kurt Busch ended up on top at Darlington Raceway a week after
Mogadore man offers to reconstruct stolen veteran's statue
The overseer of the Mahoning Valley Memorial Park on Hubbard Road, whose bronze military statue was stolen in March, says a man from Mogadore has offered to put the pieces of the broken statue back together.
Liberty seniors meet, mingle with volunteer helpers at annual breakfast
The annual Senior Watch Breakfast not only allows seniors to mingle with and see the volunteers who are helping them every day, but also raises awareness and encourages others to get involved with the program.
Riding with DAVE BLANEY
Riding with … Dave Blaney Friday: The Hartford native qualified 37th, based on owners points,
Poland elementary students travel the world
The students of McKinley Elementary came together to share their nationalities with projects, food and dress.
Nationwide Insurance appeals $14.5 million judgment for Boardman woman
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Co, has filed its notice of appeal of the $14.5 million award to Christine Lucarell in the 7th District Court of Appeals.
Thousands walk Warren Relay for Life despite downpour
Gloria and Edward Sersich celebrate with their daughter Esther Pelayo, right, all of Warren in the Relay for Life on Courthouse Square Friday night. Edward is suffering from stage 4 bladder and lymphoma cancer and completed the entire first lap without the use of his wheelchair.
SEASON FINALES
SEASON FINALES By Verne Gay Newsday As the 2012-13 season wraps, here’s your handy scorecard
RELIGION DIGEST || Labyrinth walks
Labyrinth walks Villa maria, pa. Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center has planned
Ohio teen leads officials to bodies of two brothers
Associated Press OTTAWA, Ohio Two teenage brothers who had been reported missing were found
Incompetent drivers beware
Opinion: COLUMBUS There’s a train track crossing the road just around the corner from my house. It’s a
SPORTS DIGEST || Pacheco to golf at Baldwin Wallace
Pacheco to golf at Baldwin Wallace canfield Canfield High School senior golfer Olivia Pacheco
Spire installed at top of WTC
Associated Press NEW YORK A tall, heavy spire was fully installed atop One World Trade Center on
Government sells GM stock
Associated Press WASHINGTON The government has sold another piece of its stake in General Motors
Rust Belt Theater’s ‘The Illusion’ is a rare gem
By David L. MUNNELL entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN We don’t usually think of Pierre
Benghazi investigation Emails show officials changed talking points
Associated Press WASHINGTON Political considerations influenced talking points that U.N.
Kidnap suspect fathered girl, DNA shows
Associated Press CLEVELAND A DNA test confirmed another dark twist in the story of three women
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 31.85 .05 Avalon
Cops: Mom checked medical website after son was shot
Cops: Mom checked medical website after son was shot SANTA FE, Texas A Southeast Texas woman is
Engineer’s hiring of a felon resurrects his own troubles
Editorial: When Mahoning County Engi- neer Patrick Ginnetti won election in 2012 by virtue of being unopposed,
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, May 11, the 131st day of 2013. There are 234 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
sunday news shows Guest lineup
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Sens. John McCain, R-Ariz., and
Texas begins criminal probe
Associated Press WACO, Texas Texas law enforcement officials Friday launched a criminal
Pirates end skid vs. Mets at Citi Field
Garrett Jones doubled twice and leadoff man Starling Marte also had three hits for the Pirates, who improved to 4-13 at Citi Field.
NEOMED faculty members honored at forum
Staff report rootstown Northeast Ohio Medical University faculty members recently were honored
Training offered
Training offered BOARDMAN Sulmona Energy LLC has teamed up with Retrain America to offer Shale
Is Obama already a lame duck?
Opinion: For the last two months, President Obama has been mired in Washington’s inside game, caught up in
Raider Regatta raises $960 for Relay for Life
Staff report Warren The first Relay for Life Raider Regatta raised $960 for the Warren City
Kauffman in concert
Kauffman in concert hermitage, pa. David Kauffman, nationally known contemporary Christian
An end run on textbooks
Opinion: The Advocate, Baton Rouge, La.: Without knowing the background, there is no apparent reason to
local vehicle sales April’s statistics
Top-five new models Chevrolet Cruze: 160 Chevrolet Malibu: 131 Chevrolet Silverado 1500:
IRS issues apology
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Internal Revenue Service apologized Friday for what it
Home Savings posts income of $2.7 million
Staff report youngstown The Home Savings and Loan Co. of Youngstown reported Friday a first-
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Dave Grohl Alley Festival, 3-10 p.m.: Burgers and brews in the
Canfield native earns principal award
Staff report Columbus A 1981 Canfield High School graduate is Ohio’s National Distinguished
St. Pat’s accepts registrations
St. Pat’s accepts registrations Hubbard St. Patrick School, 38 E. Water St., is accepting
Conference at VCC to launch global network
Staff report lowellville Victory Christian Center, 3899 McCartney Road, will host the launch of
Golden Apple winners selected
Staff report youngstown The Office of Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Youngstown has
MVCAP director emphasizes early focus on education
Staff report Warren Lita Wills, the newly appointed director of the Mahoning Valley College
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Williams A. Fallat Jr., 55, of 13835 N. Palmyra Road,
Dr. Levine is speaker for Rabbi Meyer Memorial Lecture
The university professor and Orthodox Jew will discuss parables of Jesus on June 5 at First Presbyterian Church in Youngstown
Technology adds new element to worship
Members react positively to use of projectors at Faith Community Covenant Church
METRO DIGEST || Farrell man faces federal drug charges
Farrell man faces federal drug charges PITTSBURGH A federal grand jury has indicted a Farrell,
Improved school security is bill’s aim
State Sen. Joe Schiavoni introduces legislation to bolster school security
Garcia, Woods dueling at TPC Sawgrass
Sergio and Tiger are playing in the final group on the weekend for the first time in nearly seven years.
Sergio F. Gonzalez Jr., 29, of South Garland Avenue, aggravated robbery, four counts of felonious
Sergio F. Gonzalez Jr., 29, of South Garland Avenue, aggravated robbery, four counts of felonious
MVP contenders to meet again tonight in Game 6
For five games, Sidney Crosby and John Tavares have been on opposite sides in the quest to lead their teams to the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs.
Browns give Bryant another chance
The seventh-round pick was nearly released after his latest arrest.
2 charged with human-trafficking crimes
Associated Press CLEVELAND Two Ohioans accused of forcing teens into prostitution are facing
Simpson’s death raises America’s Cup concerns
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Sailors know the risks and rewards that come with these new
Raffle statement angers DeWine
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has angrily rebuked a promoter of
Gay pride parade, fest set in June
Staff report Youngstown The Youngstown Gay Pride Parade steps off at noon June 8 at Woodlawn
Jamal Wright sentenced to 17 years in prison for killing Warren girl
Zandrea Bess, sister of 17-year-old Zeboney A. Bess, told Judge W. Wyatt McKay Friday in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court how disappointed she is that Jamal R. Wright was not convicted of murder in her sister’s death.
Heat top Bulls for 2-1 series lead
LeBron James came on strong down the stretch to finish with 25 points, Chris Bosh added 20 points and 19 rebounds.
Freed embezzler sued for restitution
Three days after her release from prison, where she served about 27 months of a four-year theft sentence, Debra L. Chance was sued by the Honda Store, from which she stole $608,053, for the $590,816 in restitution she still owes.
Voters in Niles may face school levies again
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES Despite the lopsided rejection of two additional school
Safety luncheon planned
Staff report Boardman The Mahoning Valley Safety Council’s annual Safety Leadership Awards
Fielder, Cabrera club Kluber, Tribe
Associated Press DETROIT Prince Fielder and Miguel Cabrera each hit a long home run, and the
Victim of shootings in Chardon files suit against gunman
Associated Press PAINESVILLE, Ohio A victim paralyzed from an Ohio high school shooting that
Ohio lawmakers assail VA, others for delays in handling benefit claims
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS State lawmakers are blasting federal officials for