News for March 25, 2001 | Vindy Archives

COURTS

COLUMBIANA COUNTY Divorces asked Barbara Whaley vs. Kenneth Whaley. Brandi Freeze vs. Robert

CAMPING

CAMPING Day use areas open The Mahaney, Clark and Shenango Day Use areas will open for 2001 on

Penguin recruit is Eagles standout

HERSHEY, Pa. -- Barbora Fabianova is coming to Youngstown, and she'll be wearing gold. A native of

SCOTT SHALAWAY Readers' chance to respond

Nearly 10 years ago I conducted my first reader survey. It has since become a biennial event and an

YSU

YSU Haese family enjoyed Penguins DEAR FANFARE: We have traveled to five countries and 20

Evankovichs are honored on anniversary

COLUMBIANA -- A surprise limousine ride and dinner party were part of the 50th wedding anniversary

MARY GLADYS DANIELS, 90

BOARDMAN -- Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Anstrom-Velker Funeral Home for Mary Gladys

Pupils take a trip to Cuba without even leaving YSU

The two-day cultural festival included dance workshops, a feature film and Afro-Cuban music. By

KATHERINE COWAN, 90

NEGLEY -- Katherine Cowan, 90, of 9365 South Yuma Trail, died at noon Friday in East Liverpool City

Sound off on eyesores

Sound off on eyesores Spring is here, and community cleanups have begun. But what about long-

Christie Bober, Robb Skruck to marry June 9

HUBBARD -- Rob and Donna Skruck, 717 Tom John Drive, are announcing the engagement of their son,

PREP SCORES &amp; amp; SUMMARIES

SATURDAY'S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL OHIO STATE CHAMPIONSIPS At Value City Arena, Ohio State

WITH THE VETS Meetings

Week of March 25: TODAY VVA 135, Vietnam Veterans, at American Legion Post 15, 35 Cortland St.,

Miss McQuillan, Mr. Wolf plan May wedding

BOARDMAN -- Mr. and Mrs. John Armeni, 7597 Sugar Creek Drive, are announcing the engagement of their

KEYSTONE CLIPS Discolored water is only temporary

If you are a customer of the Shenango Valley Division of Consumers Pennsylvania Water Co. and you

GARDEN FORUM Trips planned

Call Eleanor Young, (330) 758-8273, or Dorothy Haddox, (330) 799-1613, for reservations or

Mr. and Mrs. John Reigle celebrate 50th anniversary at family dinner

WARREN -- Mr. and Mrs. John Reigle, 3808 Highlawn S.E., were honored by their family during a dinner

Disabilities meeting

Disabilities meeting YOUNGSTOWN -- The Ohio Statewide Independent Living Council will have a

Mahoning wins state crown

COLUMBUS -- The Mahoning County MR/DD Indians let their intentions be known early Saturday, showing

Paridon-Smith wedding plans are announced

The engagement of Christine Marie Paridon and Timothy Wayne Smith is being announced by their

YOUNGSTOWN SCHOOLS Ohio auditor to end fiscal emergency

By RON COLE VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- This has been a year of milestones for Jeff

ELOUISE K. MILLER, 77

LISBON -- Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Eells-Leggett Funeral Home for Elouise K. Miller,

Sealants protect against cavities

Dental sealant program reaches Youngstown's schoolchildren. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF

The Vindicator/Lindsay Semple

The Vindicator/Lindsay Semple ADDED TALENT: Dr. Glenn Schaft, right, a YSU assistant professor of

TRACIE HRUSKA MICHAEL TUCCI

TRACIE HRUSKA MICHAEL TUCCI YOUNGSTOWN -- The marriage of Tracie Hruska and Michael Tucci, both of

Meeting reset

Meeting reset HOWLAND -- Township trustees have rescheduled their Wednesday meeting from 3 p.m. to

By MILAN PAURICH

By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT BEST PICTURE: What a curious year! A box-office hit

Decay in utilization as well as teeth

By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- You can open a dental clinic, but you

AGENDA

AGENDA MONDAY Youngstown Board of Education, 6 p.m., special meeting, executive session to

University center will feature two springtime events

SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- Jennings Environmental Education Center is sponsoring two springtime events

Dobozy-Cicchillo wedding plans are announced

Plans for their spring wedding are being revealed by Amy Dobozy, 430 Brandon Ave., Struthers, and

Fibromyalgia courses

Fibromyalgia courses AUSTINTOWN -- The Arthritis Foundation of Northeast Ohio will offer a self-

NORTHEAST OHIO State will again drop rabies vaccine baits

A local project director said the money is well-spent, because the anti-rabies program is working.

YOUNGSTOWN Lawyer bases run for mayor on mayor

McKelvey would say only that his focus is on public service, not politics. By DAVID SKOLNICK

VERNA JEAN HALVORSEN, 76 Taught in Liberty, Boardman schools

YOUNGSTOWN -- A memorial service was March 10 in Central Baptist Church, Saint Paul, Minn., for

LISA PARIS ROBERT HOLOVATICK

LISA PARIS ROBERT HOLOVATICK KEY WEST, Fla. -- Lisa Paris, daughter of Patrick and Linda Paris,

JAMES DULLEY CUTTING YOUR UTILITY BILLS Shedding light on security, decorating

Q. I would like to add some outdoor security and decorative lights, but I don't want to waste

JOHN KOVACH | Colleges Harding diver gets better at Clarion

CLARION, Pa. -- Jimmy McGee has discovered the formula for diving better, and he is revealing it to

COITSVILLE Dog owner denies he starved animal

The defendant is arranging for an independent vet to check the dog. By PETER H. MILLIKEN

KEYS TO GOOD ORAL HEALTH

KEYS TO GOOD ORAL HEALTH Brush and floss regularly: Keeping teeth clean is the cornerstone to

RABIES BAIT

RABIES BAIT Information Keep in mind this information as the Ohio Department of Health conducts

Livestock disease's effects on tourism

Livestock disease's effects on tourism The outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in England may have

Shoot the messenger, but the message lives on

Opinion: While armed thugs terrorize the East Side, Mayor McKelvey and some city councilmen seem more

GERALDINE ZECHER, 75

STRUTHERS -- Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Kirila Funeral Home here for Geraldine Zecher,

Springtime is a time when con artists prey on homeowners, especially the elderly

Before you pay anyone up front who offers cut-rate deals, special financing and other perks, the

BIRTHS

Forum Health Northside Michael and Tracey Ronzi, 1266 Grant St. S.E., Warren, girl, March 24.

FRANK MILES, 59

YOUNGSTOWN -- Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Rossi Bros. Funeral Home in Boardman for Frank

Ohio police chiefs don't have all the answers

Opinion: Ohio police chiefs don't have all the answers EDITOR: On March 15, The Vindicator printed a

BERNADINE MARY MATHEWS, 86 Operated Liberty Bail Bonding Agency

YOUNGSTOWN -- Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Eells-Leggett Funeral Home in Lisbon for

Kostek-Durham wedding date to be April 28

BOARDMAN -- Plans for the spring wedding of Christy Marie Kostek and Daniel Allen Durham, both of

IDA MAE TREHARN, 79

AUSTINTOWN -- Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Lane Funeral Home for Ida Mae Treharn, 79, of

JACK WOLLITZ Some best bets for the next few weeks

F ish are not exactly jumping into the boats, but the action is beginning to show an upward trend.

BENJAMIN EDISON SHEERER, 59

CANTON -- Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Monday in Highland Cemetery at New Salem, Pa., for

Arms Family Museum of Local History -- 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown, (330) 743-2589: "Heart &amp;

Arms Family Museum of Local History -- 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown, (330) 743-2589: "Heart & amp;

Someplace Safe plans Fun Walk/Run

WARREN -- Someplace Safe Inc., Trumbull County's domestic violence shelter, will hold a Family Fun

Eliser-Thompson wedding date is announced

BOARDMAN -- Frank and Marianne Eliser, 179 Indianola Road, are announcing plans for the spring

JANICE A. PERRY, 53

YOUNGSTOWN -- Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Lane Funeral Home, Austintown, for Janice A.

HERBERT E. GOGLIN, 71

BOARDMAN -- A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Monday in Good Hope Lutheran Church for Herbert E.

CAREER PATHS

INVESTMENTS SHARON -- Butler, Wick & amp; Co. has hired James Hart as an investment broker,

St. Christine Seniors elects officers

YOUNGSTOWN -- The March 14 meeting of St. Christine Seniors was held at Gutman Hall and was

Wedding date set by Evie Lower, Rick Rhynard

LEETONIA -- Plans for the coming marriage of Evie Lower, 4526 Fairfield School Road, and Rick

WARREN Police: Woman admitted she killed baby

The suspect's attorney says his client was tricked into giving a statement. VINDICATOR STAFF

SCOUTS

SCOUTS Arrow of Light awards Four members of Howland Cub Scout Pack 122 recently received their

VETERANS

VETERANS Honored for support Carl Nunziato of Youngstown, retired Army major and 1999 recipient

Knoefel-Schuler wedding is set for early June

CANFIELD -- The engagement of Corey Ann Knoefel, 4582 Alderwood Drive, and Christopher Schuler, 4962

ALUMNI HALL OF FAME Warren schools

Michael Capellas: Harding class of 1972; chairman and CEO of Compaq Computer Co.; national trustee

PATRICIA C. SYAK | Symphony notes Paul Anka's talent stands test of time

Songwriter Paul Anka comes to Powers Auditorium for one performance at 8 p.m. April 3. Local

Selling nostalgia by the block

By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU SALEM -- There seems to be a bit of magic in these

Is the Cold War heating up, or is Bush just being firm?

Opinion: As the United States and Russia play spy vs. spy, bouncing each others' diplomats back to their home

Melanie D'Andrea, Steven Benedict to be married April 20 in Poland

HUBBARD -- Announced by Donald and Georgianna D'Andrea, 2470 Oak Tree Vista, are plans for the

WHAT'S DOING?

SPECIAL EVENTS, SEASONS For information on basic boat safety courses (mandatory for those born

OHIO WILDLIFE NOTEBOOK | Laura Jones, ODNR Signs of spring pop up across state

Winter is on its way out and signaling its retreat is the harbinger-of-spring, a small spring

CHARITY BALL Auxiliary plans annual benefit

BROOKFIELD -- The Sharon Regional Health System Auxiliary will hold its annual charity ball April 21

SIDELIGHTS For all seniors

American Automobile Association/Seniors For Safe Driving, in conjunction with area businesses and

Some are worried that the declining number of airlines will be the end of low air fares.

KENNETH R. NOVAK, 67

CAMPBELL -- Services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Wasko Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. in St. John

SUZANNE E. SHAFFER, 59

YOUNGSTOWN -- Private services will be Monday by McClurkin Funeral Home in Girard for Suzanne E.

Elder suicide

Elder suicide WARREN -- SCOPE Warren Senior Center, 220 W. Market St., and the University of Akron

Smith-Culp rite is scheduled for late spring

AUSTINTOWN -- Robert and Martha Smith of 5127 W. Elmwood Ave. and Malvern and Janice Culp of 1675

APRIL SCHEDULES For public libraries in Mahoning and Trumbull counties

PUBLIC LIBRARY OF YOUNGSTOWN AND MAHONING COUNTY "Barnyard Buddies." Mahoning County Educational

INFORMATION If you go

Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, except major holidays. Admission: $6 for adults/$5 for seniors 60

NUTRITION PROGRAMS In the area

MAHONING COUNTY Dacas HotMeals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at 12 locations in Mahoning

Jill Anderson, Paul J. Morelli to be married

CANFIELD -- Paul and Eileen Morelli, 237 Jade Circle, are announcing the engagement of their son,

TRUMBULL TRANSIT Plan hasn't left the station

About $2.56 million in federal transit money was available for the Valley this year. By DENISE

MASONIC GROUPS

TUESDAY Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at 7:30 p.m. with Blanche Costanza, worthy matron, and

SENIOR CITIZENS

55-PLUS LIBERTY XLiberty 55-Plus Club will meet for breakfast at 9:30 a.m. April 5 at Park

KATHRYN EARNHART | The Butlers Visitors come to see the light

The very popular Beecher Center exhibition of "Kinetic Lightworks" by Boston artists Alejandro and

MIKE BRAUN Banquets fill the bill in many respects

In the next few weeks you can take your choice of either venison, duck, trout or a selection of wild

WILLIAM L. HEDRICK, 81

WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Stevenson Funeral Home, Sharon, for

Parents announce Hredzak-Balogh wedding date

GIRARD -- Plans for the upcoming marriage of Sandra Hredzak and Glenn Balogh, both of 1175 Keefer

BERTHA L. KONNERTH, 84

SALEM -- Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday in Grandview Cemetery Chapel for Bertha L. Konnerth,

Special to The Vindicator

Special to The Vindicator CELEBRATE! The Kennedy Christian High School girls basketball team

HOME IMPROVEMENT Scam artists: 1st sign of spring?

Police remind people to use common sense when dealing with home improvement offers. YOUNGSTOWN --

DEATH RECORD

ROBINSON, Hattie B., 75, of 820 Crandall Ave., Youngstown (Black & amp; Phillips). ALSTON,

RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Titans' Phillips receives honors

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Chad Phillips of Westminster College is one of a select few as he's one of

Kelly Badyna, John Patrick to wed in Hawaii

BRISTOLVILLE -- The engagement of Kelly Badyna and John Patrick is being announced by her parents,

GARDEN CLUBS

TUESDAY XMembers of Garden Exchange will meet for lunch at 1 p.m. XSuburban will meet at noon at

City hires attorneys to fill court posts

The city's first female assistant prosecutor said her new post is the 'job she always wanted.' By

SATURDAY'S RESULTS

SATURDAY'S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL OHIO STATE CHAMPIONSIPS At Value City Arena, Ohio State

MILICA MRKICH, 87

YOUNGSTOWN -- Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church for Milica

RICHARD E. PENMAN, 67

SHARPSVILLE, Pa. -- Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home in

more good advice

Take the chill off There are many other steps that you can take to improve comfort and energy-

UMA CHAPA SRIRAM PERNI

UMA CHAPA SRIRAM PERNI PITTSBURGH -- The wedding of Dr. Uma Chapa, 514 Andorra Glen Court,

SANDRA SHAFFER | JAMES HARTZELL JR.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- Sandra L. Shaffer and James Hartzell Jr., both of 4421 66th Ave., N.,

April 5 program explores coal mines

SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- Discover what it was like to work the deep, dark, and wet coal mines of

CRIME SOLVERS

CRIME SOLVERS Mercer County Garage and storage shed burglaries and thefts are the focus of

MAHONING COUNTY The influx of Hispanic people into the United States and a desire at YSU to connect with minorities served as catalysts for the festival, organizers said. Mo

A panel said ethics programs in area schools would help break the cycle of acceptance of corrupt

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