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WARREN SCHOOLS Alumni to be hall-of-famers
The hall of fame is seeking more nominations to locate successful graduates. By PAUL WHEATLEY
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: "Easy Street Goes Hollywood." When: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2:30 p.m. May
GARY MICHAEL PLUMMER, 35
SHARON, Pa. -- Services will be at noon Monday at John Flynn Funeral Home, Hermitage, for Gary
KO DRUGS BOXING Week 2 pairings
UNDERCLASS DIVISION (9th-10th graders) Bantamweights Brandon Lucas (Howland) vs. Adam Johnson
'TIP O'NEILL' | A review Book on big man is sympathetic
O'Neill was an entertaining and powerful man. By ROB STOUT SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR &
MOHAWK School directors
JOHN W. JUNKIN Age: 51. Home: 201 Midland Ave., Bessemer. Employment: Systems technician for
DEATH RECORD
DEATH RECORD JONES, Betty, 75, of 2533 Johnnycake Road S.E., Warren (Hall, Warren). RASCHILLA,
GIRARD Parents: Pupils' health is better
The long-term impact of their children's symptoms is still a worry for parents. By TIM YOVICH
COLUMBIANA Sewer work leaves a mess in its wake
Residents are fed up and want their quiet neighborhood to return to normal. By NANCY TULLIS
DUDLEY D. TAYLOR, 59
SALEM -- Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Paul Catholic Church for Dudley D. Taylor, 59,
JACK WOLLITZ Bass contest set at Evans
People don't typically associate bass fishing with community service, but that's exactly the
VETERANS
VETERANS Flag reminder Families and friends of deceased military veterans are reminded that flag
Don't dismiss conservation
Opinion: It is not as if we expected that two old oil men like President George W. Bush and Vice President
Accredited camps in the area offer a wide variety of programs.
Accredited camps in the area offer a wide variety of programs. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR STAFF
GAME TIME Tonight
Who: Rockies (Neagle 2-1) at Pirates (Wengert 0-0). When: 1:35. Radio/TV: WKST-AM (1200), FOX
Wake-up calls (recorded) with music are delivered by Lit, No Authority and other rockers at the new
Wake-up calls (recorded) with music are delivered by Lit, No Authority and other rockers at the new
PEOPLE
PEOPLE Jim Tressel to speak BOARDMAN -- Ohio State University football coach Jim Tressel will be
PATRICIA C. SYAK | Symphony notes Masterworks Season to spotlight concerto
Music happens with you, not to you. The elements are simple: composer, performer, and listener.
Stewart-Rahas nuptials set for July 14
CANFIELD -- Hugh and Kathy Stewart, 3721 Mercedes Place, are announcing plans for the forthcoming
EDWARD A. SMUKE, 75 Ran Quality Supermarket for 31 years
WARREN -- Services will be at 8 p.m. Monday at Robert H. Roberts-Clark Memorial Home for Edward A.
HARD AT WORK: Kyle Young and Taylor Malaniak, both 9, work on the U.S. mapping lesson aboard the
HARD AT WORK: Kyle Young and Taylor Malaniak, both 9, work on the U.S. mapping lesson aboard the
BUILDING PERMITS Occupancy certificates
The Ohio Administrative Code requires commercial and public buildings, and apartment houses with
Mr. and Mrs. James Franklin to mark 70th wedding anniversary at home
YOUNGSTOWN -- James and Marie Franklin will observe their 70th wedding anniversary May 10 at a
Friendly Trapper due at Book Nook
Friendly Trapper due at Book Nook Harold Bailey, the "Friendly Trapper," will appear at the Book
YOUNGSTOWN Pupils create, produce an opera, discover new arias of expertise
By RON COLE VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- When a group of third- and fourth-graders
STRUTHERS Council president is sorry -- sort of
Council president and the mayor are both praying in their own way. By PAUL WHEATLEY VINDICATOR
CANDIDATES New Castle council
Three Republicans and five Democrats are vying for two open city council seats. Incumbents Robert
KATHRYN EARNHART | The Butlers Museum covers broad spectrum
The Butler Institute of American Art in Youngstown and the museum's branches in Howland and Salem
MUSEUMS Area attractions
Arms Family Museum of Local History -- 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown, (330) 743-2589: "Heart & amp;
HOWARD G. BROWN, 67
NEW WATERFORD -- Services will be at 6 p.m. Monday at Warrick-Kummer Funeral Home in Columbiana for
HONOREES On the list
The deadline to file as an independent for the general election is Monday. LORDSTOWN -- Two
RECALLS Rope lights, Disney costumes
ROPE LIGHTS What: About 270,000 on-off switches sold with Westek rope lights and 350,000 on-off
Bell-Martin wedding is set for June 2
AUSTINTOWN -- The engagement of Cynthia Dawn Bell, 5603 Colgate Drive, and Joseph James Martin, 4238
DANIELLE BARTFAI JAMES GLASS
DANIELLE BARTFAI JAMES GLASS BROOKFIELD -- The Rev. Geoffrey Oswald officiated at 2 p.m. April 28
JULIE GIOPPO KEITH GLAROS
JULIE GIOPPO KEITH GLAROS CAMPBELL -- Since returning from a honeymoon in the Bahamas, Keith
JENNIFER MASLEN ANTHONY PERRETT
JENNIFER MASLEN ANTHONY PERRETT YOUNGSTOWN -- Married at 2 p.m. April 7 at Mahoning Valley
STRUTHERS Council, treasurer
Two candidates are running for the Democratic nomination for council president. (*) denotes
CAREER PATHS
BANKING YOUNGSTOWN -- Home Savings and Loan Co. has named Darlene Pavlock executive director of
GARDEN TIPS
When is it safe to plant outdoors? UGrab a handful of your garden soil. If you can form it into
WARREN HIGH SCHOOLS Hall of fame inductees
Ten graduates of Warren high schools were inducted into the hall of fame Saturday: Michael
There are three Democrats running for the office of mayor in the May 15 primary but only two of
There are three Democrats running for the office of mayor in the May 15 primary but only two of
THE SERIES Penguins vs. Sabres
April 26 Pittsburgh 3, Buffalo 0 April 28 Pittsburgh 3, Buffalo 1 April 30 Buffalo 4,
MAHONING COUNTY Projects lacking final OKs
The building inspections department has been playing catch-up since April 13. By STEPHEN SIFF
EVELYN B. KISH, 86
AUSTINTOWN -- Private services will be Monday at Higgins-Reardon Funeral Home for Evelyn B. Kish,
ROY E. THORNTON, 88
BELOIT -- Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Stark Memorial Funeral Home, Salem, for Roy E.
Nelles to be feted at reception for 50th jubilee
BOARDMAN -- Mr. and Mrs. William Nelle, 940 Donmar Lane, will be honored May 27 at a dinner
NORMA JEAN HODIL, 67 Performed with Grand Old Opry stars
MASURY -- Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the John Flynn Funeral Home, Hermitage, Pa., for
The Grandmas win Good Times title
The Grandmas of Mary Waite, Lana Sheffield and Helen Cook ended up as Good Times champion at Bell-
PREP SCORES, SUMMARIES & amp; SCHEDULE
BASEBALL SATURDAY'S SCORES Girard 4, Struthers 1 LINESCORE GIRARD 4, STRUTHERS 1 Girard0300001
Parent: Pupils' health is better
By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF GIRARD -- Parents say their children's health has
CAMPING TIPS
CAMPING TIPS The choices Here are some points to consider when selecting a camp: Philosophy:
Sisters prepare CD for national release
By LAURIE M. FISHER VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT YOUNGSTOWN -- "Lord, I come looking for a miracle.
Council should hold off on arena site selection
Opinion: With Youngstown State University no longer a major player, the financial viability of the proposed
The Vindicator/Lindsay Semple
The Vindicator/Lindsay Semple MOBILE CLASSROOM: Jessica Stofko, 8, a third-grader at Poland Union
BERNARD SPRAGNER SR., 75
YOUNGSTOWN -- Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Mason Funeral Home for Bernard Spragner Sr., 75,
Golf-course upgrade to bring profits, CEO says
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR HOWLAND -- Avalon
COLLEGE TRACK YSU to host Mid-Con Championships beginning Thursday
The Penguins last won the title in 1996. YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State University will play host
Mahons renew marriage vows on anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. John Mahon, 2727 Brunswick Road, renewed their marriage vows April 7 at
WARREN It's a top cop photo op, of sorts
The chief wants to honor the city's past police force. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
More than name changed at Pine Lakes
By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF HUBBARD -- When J.V. Ferrara purchased the Hubbard Golf
Family dinner party honors Nuzzie jubilee
BOARDMAN -- Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Nuzzie, 641 Angiline Drive, were honored April 14 during a family
MARCY SICKLE DANIEL REEBEL
MARCY SICKLE DANIEL REEBEL AUSTINTOWN -- Marcy Ann Sickle, 6550 New Road, became the bride of
Columbiana foundation holds election of officers
COLUMBIANA -- Donald H. Reash was elected president of the Columbiana Community Foundation Inc.
ADDIE MAY KING MORRIS, 90
BELOIT -- Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Arbaugh-Pearce-Greenisen Funeral Home, Salem, for
VFW council auxiliary seats officers
NEW SPRINGFIELD -- Mahoning County VFW Council Auxiliary held election and installation of officers
BALLOTS Candidates and issues
Candidates, issues and questions on the Tuesday primary election ballots. (An * denotes an
SCOTT SHALAWAY Survey reveals feelings about sparrows to bug zappers
About six weeks ago my fifth biennial reader survey appeared, and I've received and compiled 1,402
Glowackys mark golden jubilee at reception
NILES -- Mr. and Mrs. Walter Glowacky of 1981 Bianco Ave. were honored May 5 at a reception at the
STAGE REVIEW A feud is 'Waiting in the Wings'
The long-standing rivalry comes to a head with interesting results. By GARRY L. CLARK VINDICATOR
EDWARD J. CLEARY, 77
YOUNGSTOWN -- Services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at McVean & amp; Hughes Funeral Home and at
JENNIE DECELLO, 89
LIBERTY -- Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday in Our Lady of Fatima Church, Farrell, Pa., for
WARREN Group to honor 16, celebrate heritage
Two people have filed to run in the May 8 primary for four available seats on village council.
ETC.
ETC. Working in Pa. One alumna of Easy Street Productions who won't perform in "Easy Street Goes
STRUTHERS COUNCIL Barbs traded in race for post
The candidates in two council races accused one another of weak leadership. By DAVID SKOLNICK
MELISSA VANHORN CHRISTOPHER LINDLEY
MELISSA VANHORN CHRISTOPHER LINDLEY AUSTINTOWN -- Tabernacle Evangelical Presbyterian Church was
ERNIE BROWN Mexican Society preserves culture
Saturday was Cinco de Mayo, one of several major holidays celebrated by Mexicans and Mexican-
CANDIDATES Neshannock school board
Ten people, including two incumbents, are running for four spots on the Neshannock Township school
KEYSTONE CLIPS Summer programs will be highlighted
Shenango Valley residents are invited to meet representatives from area agencies May 17 during the
The humane thing to do
By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Cyndi Sankey is looking for a home.
POLAND Kids take a trip to learn about tourism
A mobile classroom introduces kids to cultures and career opportunities. By MARALINE KUBIK
Williams jubilee marked at Mass, family dinner
HUBBARD -- For the observance of their 50th wedding anniversary, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Williams, 246
Miss Hettick, Daniel Eshler to wed June 16
Deanna D. Hettick, daughter of Robert and Mary Dougherty, 9185 E. Pike, Norwich, and Daniel J.
EAST LIVERPOOL City council
Six candidates are running for the Democratic nomination for three council seats. A Vindicator
What happens if he's convicted?
By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- The federal indictment of U.S. Rep.
Do-it-yourself
By GENE AUSTIN KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Q. Some of our windows are covered with a sun-reflecting
MARGUERITE C. RAMSAY, 80
HUBBARD -- Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Stewart-Kyle Funeral Home for Marguerite C.
EAGER TO LEARN: Coulson passes out maps of the United States to Poland pupils as part of the
EAGER TO LEARN: Coulson passes out maps of the United States to Poland pupils as part of the
COLUMBIANA COUNTY
COLUMBIANA COUNTY WELLSVILLE COUNCIL (2 to elect) Democrat YJack Cataldo YDonald Brown*
JOHN KOVACH | Colleges Logan runs, jumps and throws to Thiel milestone
GREENVILLE, Pa. -- Nakisha Logan can run fast and jump high, and she learns quickly. Those
Projects lacking finalOKs
By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER AUSTINTOWN -- The Mahoning County Building Inspection
NEW CASTLE 15 seek school board positions
Build a high school or renovate the old one? Debate seems to have spurred the large number of
JULIA MYERS, 86
MINERAL RIDGE -- Services were Saturday at Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home, Niles, for Julia Myers, 86,
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY WARREN MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE (1/1/2002 term) Democrat YThomas P. Gysegem*
DeOreos observe 60th anniversary at family dinner
WARREN -- Mr. and Mrs. Stephen DeOreo, 2437 Henn Hyde Road, observed their 60th wedding anniversary
Organist's CD features timeless classics
The hymns are soft, classical devotional music. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR RELIGION EDITOR
HOWLAND Tony Bennett's landscapes to be exhibited at Butler
The beloved singer has been painting nearly all his life. By LAURIE M. FISHER VINDICATOR
Candidates, issues and questions on the Tuesday primary election ballots. (An * denotes an
Candidates, issues and questions on the Tuesday primary election ballots. (An * denotes an
ROMAN H. PASSEWITZ, 88 Recognized for his Masonic service
YOUNGSTOWN -- Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Kinnick Funeral Home for Roman H. Passewitz,
NEW CASTLE COUNCIL RACE Taxes, reform top list of issues
The candidates have a mix of political and business experience. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
PNC Park gets a thumbs up
It's probably an unfortunate circumstance of our profession, but because we have sometimes unlimited
Warren residents deserve fire and police protection that added tax will afford
Opinion: Warren residents deserve fire and police protection that added tax will afford EDITOR: I would
SUBSCRIPTIONS Purchasing tickets
ON SALE NOW 2001-2002 Youngstown Symphony Orchestra Masterworks and Pops subscriptions. 2001-2002
HAZEL KRICHBAUM ALEXANDER SILBERMANN, 87 Was area florist more than 62 years
NEW MIDDLETOWN -- Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Thompson Funeral Home for Hazel Krichbaum
WITH THE VETS Veterans meetings
Meeting schedule for the week of May 6: TODAY Post 3307, VFW, 1351 Albert St., Youngstown, 2
PHYLLIS E. NOLL, 56
CANFIELD -- Private services will be later for Phyllis E. Noll, 56, of New York City, formerly of
Help Hotline to mark 30 years
Help Hotline to mark 30 years YOUNGSTOWN -- Help Hotline Crisis Center will mark its 30th
JAMES DULLEY Cutting Your Utility Bills Geothermal heat pump can save in any home
Q. We have a gas furnace with central air-conditioning and my son has an all-electric house. He is
Head-on collision injures pregnant woman
Head-on collision injures pregnant woman BOARDMAN -- A pregnant woman was in serious condition
RICHARD A. SKELTON III, 59
NILES -- There are no services for Richard A. Skelton III, 59, of 67 Valencia Drive, who died of
FASHION Q & amp;A
Q. I have a beautiful, lightweight robe that I love to wear in the evenings, but the fabric is not
MARY JO NAGY | Pets Adopt a mutt, insured or not
May is a special month for animals. Don't forget about May Day for Mutts today. Angels for Animals
GOLF OUTING Swing for Life is a benefit
The fund-raiser is limited to 128 golfers. Various prizes will be awarded. HUBBARD -- The fourth
ANNIVERSARY ABWA chapter members to be honored at dinner
YOUNGSTOWN -- Several members of Youngstown Charter Chapter of the American Business Women's
Poster contest
Poster contest YOUNGSTOWN -- St. Elizabeth Health Center is sponsoring a children's poster contest
WEIMAR, Texas -- A postnuptial reception will be held May 19 at the Saxon Club Pavilion in
WEIMAR, Texas -- A postnuptial reception will be held May 19 at the Saxon Club Pavilion in
WHAT'S DOING?
HUNTER EDUCATION May 16, 6-9:30 p.m. and May 19, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Furfinfeather Sportsmens
MILDRED EFFINGER, 93
YOUNGSTOWN -- There are no services or calling hours for Mildred Effinger, 93, who died late Friday
Mr. and Mrs. Sam Pompeo mark sapphire anniversary at dinner
RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. -- Mr. and Mrs. Sam Pompeo, 8 Padron Way, formerly of the Youngstown area,
EAST LIVERPOOL Treasurer
Two candidates are running for the Democratic nomination for city treasurer. A candidate interview
OPTIMIST TRACK Hoover, Heightscapturecrowns
Steve Vallos of Boardman won the discus while Christen Clemson of Maplewood win the shot put and
YOUNGSTOWN -- Trinity United Methodist Church was the setting at 4 p.m. May 5 for the wedding of
YOUNGSTOWN -- Trinity United Methodist Church was the setting at 4 p.m. May 5 for the wedding of
By REBECCA SLOAN
By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Red, ripe tomatoes; crunchy cucumbers; sweet, juicy
ANTHONY D. ROZZI, 82
CAMPBELL -- Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Cunningham-Becker Funeral Home, Lowellville, and
Surprise dinner party held to honor Mancinis on golden anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN -- A surprise dinner party was held April 21 at Bruno's Restaurant and Catering in honor
ROBERT S. KIMMEL, 80
POLAND -- Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Cunningham-Becker Funeral Home for Robert S.
RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Hennon, McCluskey styles gone
Except for shooting the ball through the hoop, most other aspects of the game of basketball have
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Sultan's Gold (Radke)8.003.802.40 Mike Regs Winner
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
TRAFICANT INDICTMENT What happens if he's convicted?
By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- The federal indictment of U.S. Rep.
What you should know about:
TOMATOES 1. A soil temperature of 70 to 75 degrees during the day and 60 to 65 degrees at night is
NESHANNOCK TOWNSHIP 10 vie for seats on school board
Several of the candidates said change is needed. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NEW
Hooray for Hollywood
By DEBORA SHAULIS ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR YOUNGSTOWN -- Admiration for young talent and
EASTER SEAL Women's Golf Classic planned
The event will conclude with an awards ceremony. VIENNA -- The 2001 Easter Seal Women's Golf
Lattros observe 50th anniversary during vacation
YOUNGSTOWN -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene J. Lattro, 4321 Euclid Blvd., was
MILAN F. HOUK, 80
YOUNGSTOWN -- Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at McVean & amp; Hughes Funeral Home for Milan
BLOOD DRIVES
BLOOD DRIVES MONDAY First Presbyterian Church, 3654 state Route 46, Mineral Ridge, 2 to 7 p.m.
STANDINGS Mahoning Valley Trap League
LOWELLVILLE George Caleris. . . . . . . . . . .49 Vince Kamicker . . . . . . . . . 49 Flip Jendre .
SMARTER THAN BEFORE: Pupils in Marsha Walkama's third-grade class at Poland Union Elementary emerge
SMARTER THAN BEFORE: Pupils in Marsha Walkama's third-grade class at Poland Union Elementary emerge
JOHN LAWRENCE REPKO, 81
YOUNGSTOWN -- Services were April 21 in Holy Cross Cemetery, Culver City, Calif., for John Lawrence
When you perform, you don't wait for approval; the artist knows first.
When you perform, you don't wait for approval; the artist knows first. Tony Bennett Singer
SHARON SHANKS | The Cosmos Pioneer 10's '72 launch still carries significance
The year was 1972. Richard Nixon was re-elected president in a landslide, Alabama Gov. George
DELSIE HOPE, 77
YOUNGSTOWN -- Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday in New Bethel Baptist Church for Delsie Hope, 77,