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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
100 twosomes mark 100 years at St. Pat’s by renewing wedding vows
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN If you wanted to crunch important numbers and dates
Warren councilman wants freeze on officials’ pay
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Councilman Al Novak hopes to bring to a vote Feb. 23 a
Cavs lose at home to lowly Wizards
Associated Press CLEVELAND The Wizards traveled to the right place for a road win. Nick Young
Jamail Johnson’s killing sparks formation of Guardian Angels chapter in Valley
By William K. Alcorn alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Alliance of Guardian Angels plans to have
Phantoms lose to Chicago 3-2
Staff report CHICAGO The Youngstown Phantoms were unable to win their second game is a many days
Ursuline Center plans lecture series on wellness of body and mind
Staff Report CANFIELD Dr. Joseph Mosca, dean of Youngstown State University’s Bitonte College of
Teenager critically injured in shooting at Columbus shopping center
Associated Press COLUMBUS Police in Columbus say a 15-year-old boy was seriously hurt in a
119 dogs found amid trash, feces in NE Ohio home
Associated Press MEDINA, Ohio More than a hundred small dogs have been taken from a northeast
Number of Ohio students in school-lunch aid program skyrockets
Associated Press COLUMBUS New data from the Ohio Department of Education shows the proportion of
Sen. Schiavoni agrees to help Boardman explore sales tax for townships
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN A state senator has agreed to hear Boardman’s
Officials work to fix troubles with Austintown firefighter communications
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown Township officials are working with Canfield city
Boardman residents oppose roundabout at Mathews and Sheridan
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN Some residents oppose a proposed roundabout at a
Watsons mark 60th anniversary at country club
TWINSBURG Mr. and Mrs. William Watson of Twinsburg were honored by their family during a
Abrigg family honors couple for anniversary
MEDINA, Ohio Mr. and Mrs. John Abrigg marked their 50th wedding anniversary Feb. 11 with a family
Tocks honored at Mass, dinner on anniversary
NILES The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Tock of Niles was celebrated during
Sloans receive surprise for their 60th anniversary
AUSTINTOWN The family of Mr. and Mrs. William A. Sloan Jr. surprised them for their 60th wedding
Family honors Mr., Mrs. Staaf for anniversary
BOARDMAN A family dinner recently honored Mrs. and Mrs. William Staaf Jr. of Boardman for their
Mr., Mrs. Hawkins and family observe 60th anniversary
NEW WATERFORD Ellis and Mary Ann Hawkins celebrated their 60th anniversary at a family dinner at
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Hubby’s family is driving her nuts
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: Last summer, my husband became seriously ill while
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Mary Church. Cards will be
Polka Mass planned, and dinner will follow
Polka Mass planned, and dinner will follow HUBBARD On Feb. 20, The Rev. George Blasko will be a
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Associated Neighborhood Centers will host an annual Valentine’s Day Senior Social from 11 a.m. to 1
MASONIC GROUPS | Members will meet
MONDAY L.B. Circle, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Eat’n Park in
Goods will surely go fast at Goodwill group’s auction
YOUNGSTOWN The Junior Group of Goodwill’s Annual Antique and Collectibles Auction will take place
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
TUESDAY Trailwood will meet at 12:30 p.m. at the Blackburn Home. Hostesses are Elsie Clarke and
Canfield bands will entertain at pasta dinner and auction
CANFIELD Eight bands from Canfield Schools will perform at the 41st annual Canfield Band Parents
Assistant prosecutor to speak to Brownlee Woods Neighborhood Assoc.
Dana Lantz from the Youngstown Prosecutor’s office is the speaker for the Brownlee Woods Neighborhood Association monthly meeting Tuesday.
Ohio Senate considering bill to grant tax credits for hiring felons
Companies that hire convicted felons would be eligible for tax credits from the state under legislation being considered in the Ohio Senate.
Apply for Market Gardener Training Program through Friday
The deadline for Market Gardener Training Program for city residents to learn about sustainable gardening is Friday.
Racetrack plan triggers opinions in Austintown
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown The possibility of a racetrack on a chunk of land
Stars align for Phantoms
Youngstown Phantoms goaltender Matt O’Connor celebrated his 19th birthday two days early by stopping 44 shots during his first game in a month.
Youngstown schools’ leadership scrutinized in study
One city elementary-school principal cannot serve as the leader of a school that needs to move forward, while a middle school principal displayed defiance and resentment to the coaching process.
Explosive first half gives Penguins first season sweep in three years
It was streak-end weekend for several Ohio teams, including the Youngstown State women’s basketball team.
CSU’s Cole paints a masterpiece in dropping YSU men
With just over a minute left in the first half of Saturday’s game against Youngstown State, a Cleveland State basketball fan yelled out “Thank God for Norris Cole!”
Small animal rescue teaches massage to calm pet rabbits
Finally, there is help for the dreaded “bad hare day.” Seriously, if you just washed your hare and you can’t do a thing with it, try rabbit massage.
Valentines for Soldiers
While 6-year-old Aidan Hankey was making Valentine’s Day cards with World War II veterans and local Army National Guard members to send to soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan, he became concerned.
Prep sectional at Freeway Lanes
Twenty-five boys teams and 24 girls teams will take part in the Mahoning-Trumbull County bowling
Battle against tree-destroying insect continues statewide
By kristine gill kgill@vindy.com austintown Officials at Mill Creek MetroParks haven’t seen an
Harding falls at home to LEL rival Shaker
A disastrous third quarter put Harding High in too deep a hole to climb out of Saturday afternoon in a 59-51 girls basketball loss to Shaker Heights.
Johnson’s ‘home’ at office may violate the rules
Freshman U.S. Rep. Bill Johnson is looking to move from his home in Poland to Washington County.
Saturday’s boys basketball games
Struthers 72, Erie Strong Vincent (Pa.) 60 STRUTHERS Nate Jacubec had 29 points and Jake Jacubec
Weathersfield police to begin 'Are you OK?’ program for seniors
The Weathersfield Township Police Department is planning to start a Senior Citizens Watch Program called “Are You Okay?”
Sustainable farming focus of Hiram conference
Two Trumbull County men will give talks at the Innovative Farmers of Ohio Conference and annual meeting from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 26 at Hiram College.
Brother: Jamail 'was an angel on Earth’
Mourners comfort one another at the funeral of Jamail Johnson, the YSU senior killed in last Sunday's off-campus shooting rampage. About 1,800 people attended Saturday's service at YSU's Beeghly Center to honor the young man best known as a mentor, peacemaker and beloved role model.
Here are the winners of our Vindicator Love Story Contest, whose clever endings set theirs apart
Here are the winners of our Vindicator Love Story Contest, whose clever endings set theirs apart
Groups track arts funding debate
Ohio arts groups are carefully watching the debate over federal funding for the arts and waiting to see what President Barack Obama will propose in his budget.
U.S. & WORLD NEWS DIGEST | 6 dead, 37 injured in attack in Mexico
Armed men opened fire and hurled a grenade into a crowded nightclub early Saturday, killing six people and wounding at least 37.
Aid for displaced workers expires
Tens of thousands of U.S. workers displaced by foreign competition face being excluded from a program to help.
Protesters press for a voice in democracy
On Egypt’s first day in nearly 30 years without Hosni Mubarak as president, protesters pressed for a voice in guiding their country’s move to democracy.
Egyptian-Americans celebrate
Egyptians gathered in major cities across the U.S. on Saturday for a second day of celebration after Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak stepped down.
Cortland’s Greene Eagle Winery offers fine wine, serene scene
It’s a Saturday afternoon at Greene Eagle Winery in rural Trumbull County, and the mood is sublime like the pear and kiwi wine that flows like nectar from heaven.
Thousands demand reform in Algeria
Heavily outnumbered by riot police, thousands of Algerians defied government warnings and dodged barricades to rally in their capital Saturday, demanding democratic reforms.
Egyptians get back to business
Millions of Egyptians awoke Saturday, different from the day before. It was as if a dream had bloomed in the waking world. President Hosni Mubarak was gone.
President Obama welcomes commitments from military
President Barack Obama welcomed commitments Saturday from Egypt’s new military rulers to eventually hand power to an elected civilian government and abide by a peace treaty with Israel.
METRO DIGEST || Keep boiling water
Officials for the city of Lisbon are asking people to continue to boil water during repairs to the village’s water lines.
Accounting changes recommended for Mahoning Twp. dept.
An audit report is recommending that the Mahoning Township Fire Department change the way it accounts for its money.
METRO DIGEST || First-aid courses
The Davis Family YMCA on McClurg Road begins its Art and Humanities Exhibition Open House on Monday.
Ohio State president says tuition likely to go up
The president of Ohio State University says the school will probably raise tuition this fall.
Number on Medicaid drops in Ohio
The number of people on Ohio’s Medicaid rolls has dropped for the first time in three years.
Multiple crash in Perry Twp.
Perry police had a multiple-car crash at 12:14 p.m. Saturday in the 2200 block of North Lincoln Avenue.
YSU Women’s Club offers scholarships
The application deadline is Feb. 25 for the Youngstown State University Women’s Club and Martha K. Shuster YSU student scholarships.
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Feb. 13, the 44th day of 2011. There are 321 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v“Romeo and Juliet and Other Musical Valentines,” 3 p.m.: The W.D.
TRUMBULL, COLUMBIANA county courts
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Anton M.R. Crosby, 20, of 1225 North Road, #63,
Your Long and Winding Road-Trip Honeymoon
When airline fees and family bragging rights are cramping your honeymoon's style, the only solution is hitting the road.
Predicting the winners
By Jon Bream Star Tribune (Minneapolis) Who will win the top Grammys? Album of the year
Super Easy, Super Smart Beauty Secrets
From sipping smoothies to researching the paint aisle at the hardware store, the trick to looking great on your big day doesn't have to be high-maintenance
The Weekend Project
One quick trip around town to a few stores and you'll be well on your way to creating unique and remarkably stylish wares for you wedding day
Rent or Buy?
Save money and rent, or spend more and own? Formalwear impresario Rik Ducar weighs the pros and cons of each.
Uncovering the Best Hometown Spots
An engagement-portrait session can help break the ice with your photographer - and capture some fun photos right in your backyard
Coming Home
You're getting married in your hometown - and it's changed a bit since you last lived there. Here's the advice and etiquette for finding the venues and vendors to make your hometown wedding the best ever.
Simply Stylish
Brides have enough to stress about on their wedding day. Having paid thousands for an uncomfortable dress should not be one of those reasons. Here's a guide to gowns that look great, feel great, and come without the great, big price tag
Think Local, Drink Local
Personal touches and homegrown details are all the rage at weddings , so why not extend the trend to the bar?
5 Questions with Donnie Brown
The star planner from 'Whose Wedding Is It Anyway' offers his tips for a stylish hometown that event that's absolutely yours
Sweet and Simple
Today's modern desserts go easy on the embellishments and feature delightful details and flavors guests know and love. Say yes to the baking renaissance.
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels McClatchy Newspapers Q. I love “NCIS.” I was wondering about Abby on the
Repeat — OSU loses first to Wisconsin
By Bob Baptist The Columbus Dispatch MADISON, Wis. For three months, coach Thad Matta
Lewisburg, W.Va., wins ‘coolest small town’ award
Associated Press LEWISBURG, W.Va. A travel magazine has named Lewisburg its Coolest Small Town.
Property owners pay enough
Opinion: Property owners pay enough Once again candidates for public office tell us before the election
The Grammy Awards Is Eminem finally safe enough for big prize?
By Greg Kot Chicago Tribune Remember the days when Eminem was considered an outlaw? Remember
Victorian’s ‘Egad’ is mixed bag
By MILAN PAURICH news@vindy.com Knock-down, drag-out farce is as notoriously difficult to stage
YSU softball suffers two setbacks
YSU softball suffers two setbacks Elon, N.C. The Youngstown State softball team opened its
Paul wins conservatives’ straw poll
Associated Press WASHINGTON Texas congressman Ron Paul won the straw poll at the Conservative
Predicting the winners
By Jon Bream Star Tribune (Minneapolis) Who will win the top Grammys? Album of the year
War brides recall arrival
Associated Press LANCASTER, Pa. “Storm-tossed and tired, radiant with anticipation, the first
Bamboo tablet makes drawing a breeze
There’s one peripheral that’s been around for almost as long as some of the more popular devices you
Collectors seek alphabet plates
Opinions change with time. Throughout the past 40 years, it has become popular to “think green.”
LOVE STORY INTRO:
LOVE STORY INTRO: “See you in a while, guys. Be good for Uncle Jerry and Aunt Becky.” Dave
Broken tail light initiative
Opinion: Here’s an aspect of last Sunday’s deadly party fight that should worry residents of the city of
Doctors disagree about technique
Q. I read your column about dry hands and cracks. The answer is to stop washing your hands 25 times
NEWSMAKERS | Taylor treated for congestive heart failure
Elizabeth Taylor remained in a Los Angeles hospital Saturday for treatment of congestive heart failure.
File taxes via smart phone with new apps
When I was a kid, I knew it was tax time when my Dad grabbed his calculator and took over the dining
CURRENT PRICES of antiques and collectibles
CURRENT PRICES Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions
Can 2012 GOP hopefuls deliver on promises?
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans who want to be the one to make Barack Obama a one-term
Boardman girls set six school records to place 3rd at sectional
Staff report AKRON The Boardman High girls swimming team broke six school records and one meet
BOOKS DIGEST
LOCAL NEWS Ohio River explored in ‘Always a River’ BLOOMINGTON, IND. “Always a River, The Ohio
Confessions of a parenting voyeur
McClatchy Newspapers I must, in the interest of full disclosure, begin this column with a
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Ex-Pittsburgh mayor in hospital for pneumonia
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Former Pittsburgh Mayor Sophie Masloff has been admitted to the
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking for the public’s
Long-serving Akron mayor says he will seek 7th term
Associated Press AKRON A mayor who faced a recall effort less than two years ago says he’ll run
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Boardman Township trustees, 5:30 p.m., Township Government Center, 8299 Market St.
Births
Births forum health NorthSide Medical center Vince and Connie Allen, Austintown, girl, Feb. 12.
Spring training set to get started this week
Associated Press The Super Bowl hit a deep freeze, NBA teams got stranded in blizzards, an NHL
Birthdays
Birthdays Actress Kim Novak is 78. Actor George Segal is 77. Singer-bassist-actor Peter Tork of
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending Feb. 5
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Tick Tock” by James Patterson & Michael Ledwidge (Little, Brown) 2. “The
Royal rentals
Prince William’s wedding is bonanza for London homeowners Associated Press LONDON They may not
Creative solutions
Intersection of organization and design can seem challenging By Steve Rogers McClatchy
‘Jeopardy’ champs take on computer
Associated Press NEW YORK When he was mowing down opponents en route to a record of 74 wins in a
MILESTONES
MILESTONES SCOUTS Eagle Scout awards Four young men have or will receive their Eagle Scout
record reviews
Jessica Lea Mayfield Album: “Tell Me” (Polymer Sounds) Grade: A Oh, my. It’s been a long time
Kurt Busch wins Shootout after Denny Hamlin is disqualified
Associated Press DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. It was a two-car tango at Daytona International Speedway,
Limelight Awards, achievements
Alan Spitzer, chairman and CEO of Spitzer Management, an Elyria-based company that represents 24
‘You’re damn right I ordered the raises’
Opinion: The business of public employment is taking a beating — around the country, in Columbus and even
Career Paths
BANKING Consumers National Bank appointed Debbie J. Miller assistant vice president, commercial
Reagan deserving of honor
Opinion: By Dr. MARK HENDRICKSON Special to The Vindicator It is fitting that we are pausing to remember
Gains, Marsico wrong in granting pay raises
Editorial: Mahoning County commission- ers have to do more than just give Prosecutor Paul Gains and Engineer
Banks adding branches to build roots
Sun Sentinel FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. With a surge in Internet banking, growth in automated-teller
Justice demands another trial
Editorial: Justice demands another trial There is no doubt that the trials of Christopher Anderson, 43, are
Sloppy home office? Get professional help
McClatchy Newspapers SACRAMENTO, Calif. As home offices go, Dianna Lovelace’s work space wasn’t
Grant applications are being accepted
Grant applications are being accepted YOUNGSTOWN The International Institute Fund is accepting
Penguins’ bus involved in accident prior to practice
The Pittsburgh Penguins’ rough weekend in New York got a little bumpier when the team bus hit a car while heading to an outdoor practice.
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