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PBS to film ICU Block Watch meeting Monday
I.C.U. Neighborhood Block Watch for those who live on East Philadelphia, East Boston, East Avondale and East Lucius avenues will meet at 7 p.m. Monday at Metro Assembly of God, 2536 South Ave.
'Legal addiction': program to address dangers of energy drinks
Springfield Township Police Department’s Juvenile Diversion Program will present “A Legal Addiction” from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday.
Egypt votes freely today, but radical Islamist group packs polls
Millions of Egyptians voted freely on Saturday for the first time in more than half a century, joyfully waiting for hours to cast their ballots on a package of constitutional changes eliminating much-hated restrictions on political rights and civil liberties.
World responds with stunning speed against Gadhafi
In diplomatic terms, international military action against Libya's leader went from the brainstorming stage to the shooting-at-tanks stage with stunning speed.
Warren Christopher, former sec'y of state, dead at 85
When he took over as secretary of state in the Clinton administration at age 68, Warren M. Christopher said he didn't expect to travel much. He went on to set a four-year mark for miles traveled by America's top diplomat.
Radiation seeps into food chain in Japan
In the first sign that contamination from Japan's stricken nuclear complex had seeped into the food chain, officials said Saturday that radiation levels in spinach and milk from farms near the tsunami-crippled facility exceeded government safety limits.
Allies launch air attack against Libya
The U.S. fired more than 100 cruise missiles from the sea while French fighter jets targeted Moammar Gadhafi's forces from the air on Saturday, launching the broadest international military effort since the Iraq war in support of an uprising that had seemed on the verge of defeat.
McDonald's Dunlap, Maplewood's Moxley win indoor titles
McDonald's Dunlap, Maplewood's Moxley win indoor titles.
Susan Schafer | Robert Kingston II
BERLIN CENTER A reception at Avion on the Water in Canfield followed the Nov. 20 wedding of Susan
Claudia Flores | Jared Seefried
DENVER Claudia Stephanie Flores became the bride of Jared Joseph Seefried in a 4 p.m. ceremony
Megan Heher | Kevin Kropf
BOARDMAN Megan Francine Heher, daughter of Suzanne and Michael Heher of Canfield, and Kevin
Courtney Hillis | Joshua Boyle
YOUNGSTOWN Joshua Ryan Boyle and his bride, the former Courtney Hillis, honeymooned in Costa Rica
Public to have an opportunity to explore YMCA Camp Fitch
NORTH SPRINGFIELD, Pa. YMCA Camp Fitch will host two open houses this spring, the first on April
SOCIETY DIGEST || One-woman show at McKinley Library
One-woman show at McKinley Library NILES Carol Starre-Kmiecik of Lakewood will participate in
Having turtle for pet poses some risk
Dear Readers: Have you ever seen those cute turtles in a pet store and been tempted to buy one? Here
Spring Fling will benefit Hannah’s House in Warren
WARREN A “Spring Fling Eggstravaganza” planned for April 9 at the YWCA downtown will be a fashion
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Let family know of your wishes
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I would like to thank you for the many times you’ve
Clean-up at Hubbard Union Cemetery
All holiday decorations should be removed from grave sites at Hubbard Union Cemetery, 210 Oakdale Ave.
Agent: LSP now stands for Last Stop Prison’
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Federal authorities have given new
Powerhouse Hiland beats McDonald in D-4 final
Powerhouse Hiland beats McDonald in D-4 final By Jon Moffett jmoffett@vindy.com Canton Is it
YPD chief to stay on through summer
Mayor to begin search for Hughes’ replacement By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com
Irish face Cleveland Central tonight for title
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Coaches often talk about teams being like hands,
Students find common ground with Israeli kids
Students find common ground with Israeli kids By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN
Ohio State dominates opponent in NCAA opener
By BOB BAPTIST The Columbus Dispatch CLEVELAND Thanks to the shot clock, the stalling, four-
Twinsburg advances to title game
Associated Press COLUMBUS Malika Howard scored 19 points and grabbed 13 rebounds and the junior
Group calls for upgrade of property database in Trumbull
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREn If Nate Brown, a Trumbull County representative for the
Peace Corps changed lives of 3 volunteers
By kristine gill kgill@vindy.com liberty Witnessing poverty firsthand changes a person. Three
Judge rules donations to foundations off limits in Forum bankruptcy case
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Representatives of philanthropic interests
Loney: Phantoms need to get back to winning
The first thing you notice when you meet Phantoms forward Ty Loney is the smile.
Streetscape planting day planned for June 4
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The organizers of the city’s Streetscape
YSU field to carry name of DeBartolo
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN The field in the Watson and Tressel Training
A royal thank-you from the future queen of England
Fifth-grader Isaiah Spencer, 11, displays the letter from Kate Middleton thanking art students from the Mollie Kessler School for their designs of wedding outfits for her and her fiance, Prince William of England. Isaiah, 11, drew two designs from which the bride-to-be could choose. The couple are to wed April 29.
Austintown Police Blotter
Feb. 10 Theft: An iPod with a clear case was stolen from an auto parked at Fitch High School.
Crime-fighting initiatives good news for Youngstown
Editorial: Two recent front-page headlines in The Vindicator — “23 indicted on gang-related charges” and “OSHP
Green Bay seeks a title to match the Packers
Associated Press GREEN BAY, Wis. It was a sign of just how far Wisconsin-Green Bay has risen in
Boardman briefs
A sale for moms Dobbins Elementary School, 3030 Dobbins Road, Poland, is hosting its “Mom 2 Mom
Dads and dodgeball reign at Dobbins
Fathers and sons bonded over dodgeball and pizza during Dobbins Elementary’s Father-Son Night on Feb. 24.
Dobbins second-graders donate food to Poland Food Pantry
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com On Feb. 16, the second-graders at Dobbins Elementary celebrated
Union is wild about books
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com When students and parents entered Union Elementary on March 3, the
Promise is a promise: Libraries extend hours
During the November levy campaign, the one question the library staff heard most often was, “If the
Poland briefs
Learn how to use a computer Do you know how to use a computer? Do you understand the Internet?
Poland Speech successful at state Tournament
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The weekend of March 5 was a good one for the Poland speech and
Career center students advance to state
Seven MCTCC students, including Rosalind Davis (Boardman) and Paige Martin (Canfield), advanced to
Sports briefs
Poland grad Carlozzi throws well Mark Carlozzi, a graduate of Poland High, pitched well as the
Boardman bands present winter concert
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com On March 10, the lights went down and the curtain came up at the
Boardman Blotter
Feb. 14 Arrest/drugs: Police on East Western Reserve Road arrested 20-year-old Nicholas E. Snyder,
Boardman orchestra concert is electric
The Boardman Orchestra holds the state record for the longest unbroken string of Superior ratings,
Career center students advance to state
Seven MCTCC students, including Rosalind Davis (Boardman) and Paige Martin (Canfield), advanced to
Promise is a promise: Libraries extend hours
During the November levy campaign, the one question the library staff heard most often was, “If the
Stadium Drive students jump for joy
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com On March 10, a dance song playing in the gym at Stadium Drive
AMS talent show pays off
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com On Feb. 24, the auditorium at Austintown Middle School was a
Junior high wrestlers place at state tournament
More than 842 junior high wrestlers from around the state competed for OAC (Ohio Athletic Committee)
Deaf FBI agent Sue Thomas tells her story
Boardman native Sue Thomas will be the guest speaker at the 10:30 a.m. worship service at
Parents voice school levy concerns at forum
By KRISTINE GILL kgill@vindy.com School administrators fielded questions from more than 125
Trustees, firefighters union strike a deal
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com Township trustees unanimously voted Monday to accept a new
Austintown briefs
Learn how to use a computer Do you know how to use a computer? Do you understand the Internet?
Sports briefs
Fitch golf team sign-ups All boys interested in trying out for the Austintown Fitch boys golf team
Career center students advance to state
Seven MCTCC students, including Rosalind Davis (Boardman) and Paige Martin (Canfield), advanced to
Historical society takes stroll down memory lane
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield Historical Society began its annual Spring
Lloyd kindergartners, grandparents honor Dr. Seuss
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Along with many other area schools, Lloyd Elementary
Junior high wrestlers place at state tournament
More than 842 junior high wrestlers from around the state competed for OAC (Ohio Athletic Committee)
Promise is a promise: Libraries extend hours
During the November levy campaign, the one question the library staff heard most often was, “If the
Career center students advance to state
Seven MCTCC students, including Rosalind Davis (Boardman) and Paige Martin (Canfield), advanced to
Lambert is Employee of the Year in Boardman
Karen Lambert, LPN, was selected as the Employee of the Year for Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman at
Canfield briefs
Homestead exemption outreach Representatives from the Mahoning County Auditor’s Office will be
Boardman students engage in World of Words
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com There are many words floating around the halls of Boardman High
Sports briefs
Boardman native hosts karate event Grandmaster David Buker of American Karate Studios of Boardman
Trustees, unions agree on new contracts
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Four of the township’s unions now have new contracts.
Phantoms visit St. Christine School
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com When Youngstown Phantoms players Adam Berkle and Stuart Higgins
Garwood named Shepherd of the Valley Employee of the Year in Austintown
Jamie Garwood, LPN, was honored as the Employee of the Year for Shepherd of the Valley-Corporate
Sports briefs
Canfield’s Martin earns All-Ohio Walsh sophomore Molly Martin, a Canfield High graduate, was
Cat in the Hat visits Lynn Kirk’s cafeteria without trouble
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com According to Dr. Seuss’s “Cat in the Hat” books, the Cat usually
Hilltop hosts 12th annual Career Day
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com It’s never too early to introduce children to a possible
CVMS students learn financial lessons
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Armed with calculators and worksheets, seventh-grade
Births
Births Forum Health NorthSide Medical center Laytoya R. Mixon and JaRon B.D. Oates, Boardman,
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, 8 p.m.: With guest flutist Carol
Parents behaving badly
Opinion: WASHINGTON Tiger Mom, meet Lawsuit Mom. The Tiger Mother, aka Yale Law School professor Amy
Gaming parlors won’t fold
Opinion: COLUMBUS Attorney General Mike DeWine called last week for increased state oversight of so-called
A familiar tremor
Opinion: Anchorage Daily News: We live on the same tenuous ground as do the Japanese, so Alaskans felt a
Dealership to move to a new location
Dealership to move to a new location BOARDMAN Taylor Kia, 7975 Market St., one of the largest
Game screen catches eye disorder
By PETER SVENSSON AP Technology Writer NEW YORK U.S. eye specialists are welcoming the
eagle of the cross | Award recipients
The Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry of the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown announces the 22
‘By Faith’ series
Lenten services focus on Biblical characters and faith in action By LINDA M. LINONIS
how to apply
how to apply The Peace Corps seeks applicants with a combination of education, experience,
news shows
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Energy Secretary Steven Chu; former
Taking registration
Taking registration boardman St. Charles School is accepting registration for students in all-
22 to receive Eagle of the Cross Award
Staff report youngstown The Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry of the Catholic Diocese of
East High ROTC places in event
Staff report youngstown East High School Army JROTC competed in a drill competition at Canton-
newsmakers
newsmakers Sheen adds dates to his live tour LOS ANGELES Charlie Sheen’s “Violent Torpedo of
GRADS LIST
These students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless noted: KAPLAN UNIVERSITY, Miami, Fla.
BRIDGE Weekly quiz
BRIDGE Weekly quiz Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: x9 2 uVoid vA J 7 6 wA K Q J 9 5 4 The
Multicultural event
Multicultural event youngstown The multicultural worship service, originally scheduled in
lenten series
lenten series Good Hope Lutheran Church, 98 Homestead Drive, Boardman, is hosting a Lenten series
Diplomat: Fallout reaches California
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Government experts in the United States are keeping a close eye on
lenten programs At area churches
First Presbyterian Church, 3654 Main St., Mineral Ridge: Explore and share the possibilities of the
Candidate leaves race for 5th Ward; 7 Dems remain
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Even with the withdrawal of a candidate, the field for the Youngstown
Youth Leadership Mahoning Valley adds 50 to class
Staff report boardman Fifty members of the 2011 Youth Leadership Mahoning Valley sophomore class
GRADS LIST
These students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted: PENNSYLVANIA STATE
Mahoning County Court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Stephen E. Brown, 27, of 1716 Wellington Ave.,
God listens to our prayers
Probably one of the hardest steps of our faith is believing that God truly hears our prayers and is
OSU women begin NCAA quest today
By Jim Massie The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS At some point, the flickering light surrounding
Brothers’ hearings postponed
Staff report campbell Two brothers charged with felonious assault, one of them a substitute
NFL players say Goodell tried to ‘divide’
Associated Press MARCO ISLAND, Fla. NFL players and their leadership tried to make a few things
Two are tied for lead in Tampa
Associated Press PALM HARBOR, Fla. Sergio Garcia is not thinking about winning, which is
Carpatho-Russian Orthodox leader dies after cancer battle
Staff report JOHNSTOWN, PA. His Eminence, Metropolitan Nicholas, 75, spiritual leader of the
Notre Dame bolts from Akron
Associated Press CHICAGO Notre Dame’s pace was off. The Irish were overanxious at the beginning
Stocks rebound slightly
Associated Press NEW YORK Stocks ended a rough week with slight gains Friday after Libyan
Domain approved for porn websites
Domain approved for porn websites SAN FRANCISCO You’ve heard of “.com” and “.org.” Joining them
METRO DIGEST || Spelling bee today
Spelling bee today YOUNGSTOWN Sixty-eight elementary, middle and junior-high school students
Federer will play Djokovic in semifinals
Associated Press INDIAN WELLS, Calif. Roger Federer defeated Stanislas Wawrinka 6-3, 6-4 to
Butler officials to inspect Salem-branch damage
Staff report SALEM Officials from the Butler Institute of American Art in Youngstown will be at
Judge blocks Wis. union law
Associated Press MADISON, Wis. The monthlong saga over Gov. Scott Walker’s plan to drastically
Police search for suspect in aggravated robbery
Staff report Youngstown City police are looking for a man suspected of committing aggravated
Survivor pulled from rubble after eight days
Associated Press TOKYO Military search teams pulled a young man from a crushed house today,
Lisbon man out on bond after arrest in Lordstown
Staff report LORDSTOWN Thomas I. Taylor, 42, of state Route 518, Lisbon, made an initial
4 Cleveland cops charged in suspect beating
Associated Press CLEVELAND Four Cleveland patrolmen have been criminally charged in the New
warren PROPERTIES
warren PROPERTIES 2010 survey Total parcels 24,040 Occupied 15,701 Vacant lots6,459 Vacant
Obama: US role in Libya will be limited
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON As Western powers and Arab allies prepared to meet today for an
Inflation seems to hurt more today
Associated Press WASHINGTON Inflation spooked the nation in the early 1980s. It surged and kept
Unrest in the middle east
YEMEN Security forces opened fire Friday on tens of thousands of anti-government protesters
Michigan routs Tennessee
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. Zack Novak scored 14 points, including two 3-pointers in a
Junior high wrestlers place at state tournament
More than 842 junior high wrestlers from around the state competed for OAC (Ohio Athletic Committee)
Junior high wrestlers place at state tournament
More than 842 junior high wrestlers from around the state competed for OAC (Ohio Athletic Committee)
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