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Homeless, but still learning
Tutor Helen Italiano works with twins Ky’Liah, center, and Ky’Heir Finger, both sixth-graders at P. Ross Berry Middle School, during a tutoring session at Beatitude ...
Stories published May 29, 2011
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Harvick wins when Earnhardt runs out of gas
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Dale Earnhardt Jr. ran out of gas coming out of the final turn of the Coca-Cola
Ex-Bucco Ramirez sends Cubs past Pirates, 3-2
CHICAGO (AP) — Aramis Ramirez ended a long home run drought, Ryan Dempster threw six solid innings
Rays shut out Indians
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Jeremy Hellickson pitched seven impressive innings, John Jaso homered
Wheldon wins stunning Indy 500 when leader crashes
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — JR Hildebrand was one turn away from winning the Indianapolis 500 on his very
Pedestrian couple killed on Belmont Ave. identified
Liberty The Ohio State Highway Patrol has released the names of the couple killed while crossing
Canfield mayor praises career of Fire Chief Robert Tieche, who has died at 63
Staff report CANFIELD The Canfield Joint Fire District’s chief has died. Robert J. Tieche, 63,
Rising costs means fewer Youngstown streets will be repaved this summer
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN With costs for petroleum, a key component in
Liberty’s diverse Class of 2011 gets diverse commencement messages
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The remarks from three leaders of Liberty High
Keep original intent of Memorial Day alive, Valley speaker urges
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com ELLSWORTH Even though more than 1.1 million Americans have made
UPDATE: New Castle soldier serving third tour of duty killed in action
Associated Press NEW CASTLE, Pa. Military authorities say a Lawrence County, Pa., man was one of
New Castle, Pa., and NE Ohio soldiers killed in action in Afghanistan
Staff and wire report WASHINGTON A New Castle, Pa., Army staff sergeant and a northeastern Ohio
Study urges new traffic signal at South Avenue and McClurg Road in Boardman
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN A recently completed traffic study recommends a
Retired Mathews teacher creates community murals of Mona Lisa, 9/11 anniversary
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN After the success of the 2009 mosiac mural of the Mona
Lingering effects of anthrax, Agent Orange wage war on Valley families’ lives
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Memorial Day is a time for families to celebrate those lost to
Mr., Mrs. White celebrate 50th at family dinner
POLAND A family dinner on April 24 honored Mr. and Mrs. Samuel H. White of Poland for their 50th
50th anniversary of the Calcagnis is celebrated
STRUTHERS Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Calcagni Sr. of Struthers were honored by their family as they
SENIOR MENUS
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at eight locations in
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Kyle’s leaving would be best for all
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My parents adopted my brother, “Kyle,” when he was
Top local social workers win accolades at banquet
YOUNGSTOWN Local social workers received awards from the National Association of Social Workers
GARDEN CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Mahoning will meet at noon at Kidston Classroom in the Davis Center for a “Teaching
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following, including new programs
Local federation members gather at scholarship luncheon
YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Area Federation of Women’s Clubs, affiliated with the General Federation of
St. Anthony’s plans 3-day celebration
St. Anthony’s plans 3-day celebration YOUNGSTOWN A three-day celebration will mark the feast of
SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Auxiliary Seniors will meet at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Brownstone Court. John Texter will
At AHA golf scramble fundraiser, take a swing to prevent a stroke
YOUNGSTOWN Register now for the American Heart Association’s 2011 Golf Classic Scramble, which
Car show to benefit Animal Welfare League, food pantry
The Eastwood Classic Benefit Car Show, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. June 4, will be in the parking lot adjacent to Eastwood Field at the Eastwood Mall complex to benefit the Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County and Second Harvest Food Bank.
Celebrity fitness guru Billy Blanks to conduct class in Lordstown
Billy Blanks, creator and master of Tae Bo fitness, is coming to Lordstown High School at 9 a.m. June 5 to conduct a fitness event. Registration is at 8 a.m. He will sign autographs, take photos and teach a class.
New Castle girl headed to Washington for national Bee
Lauren Ritz’s classmates at Willow Creek Learning Center plan to track her progress online this week during the 84th Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Couple fatally struck by van
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Liberty An elderly couple died Saturday evening after they
Lakeview sprinter sends message
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com ravenna The first thing you
Repeat North Side burglar headed to trial again
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City police say the recent arrest of one
Springfield rallies for another state trip
By STEVE WALKER sports@vindy.com LORAIN Never give up. That’s the attitude the Springfield
Lamport wins 500th; Poland back to state
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com AKRON Poland softball coach Reid Lamport reached one career
World War II bomber bore name of a local woman
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Mcdonald While 8-year-old tomboy Dixie Lee played
Honoring those who gave all
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com POLAND Even though Jason Smith was only 3 when his grandfather
Hoover maintains dominance; Boardman falls in regional
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com AKRON The third time was anything but charming for the
Youngstown's 6th Ward group discusses concerns
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Residents in the city’s 6th Ward on the South
Bruised Sorber inspires Champion
By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com Massillon Even with a fat lip and a bloody nose, Alison
Covelli vendor to rethink pact if city OKs JAC
CENTERPLATE insistS CITY MUST NOT HIRE COMPETITOR By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com
Columbiana steals first trip to state
By PETE MOLLICA sports@vindy.com KENT Columbiana High’s Dakota DeAmicis pays attention,
Vindicator spelling bee champ goes to Washington
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com BOARDMAN Lauren Ritz’s classmates at Willow Creek
Summer arts camp is set
Staff report WARREN Trumbull County Educational Service Center is offering a summer arts camp
Homeless, but still learning
Tutor Helen Italiano works with twins Ky’Liah, center, and Ky’Heir Finger, both sixth-graders at P. Ross Berry Middle School, during a tutoring session at Beatitude House.
Biden heralds recovery of auto industry
Associated Press WASHINGTON Vice President Joe Biden on Saturday credited the Obama
Mother and ex-boyfriend of Casey Anthony testify
Asssociated Press ORLANDO, Fla. The mother of a Florida woman accused of killing her 2-year-old
DeWine shows commitment
Editorial: DeWine shows commitment It was good to see Attorney Gen- eral Mike DeWine in Youngstown again,
YSU baseball falls to Valparaiso in 2011 Horizon League Baseball Championship
Staff report DAYTON Valparaiso scored three runs in the bottom of the seventh to rally and
Indy hopes for a better future
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS When Alex Tagliani leads the 33-car field into the first turn of
NWS says 2011 is deadliest year for tornadoes since 1950
Associated Press WASHINGTON Storm science has greatly improved tornado warnings in recent years.
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking the public’s help
Wal-Mart to try small on big scale
Chicago Tribune CHICAGO Latasha Jones visits the Walmart Neighborhood Market in Indianapolis
Penske’s 2-car team is enigma
Associated Press CONCORD, N.C. To hear Kurt Busch talk, his race team is struggling mightily
Kenseth passes Edwards to win Nationwide race
Associated Press CONCORD, N.C. Matt Kenseth passed Roush Fenway Racing teammate Carl Edwards
Wade’s whirlwind year ends with return to finals
Associated Press MiaMI Only a year ago, everything in Dwyane Wade’s life was uncertain.
GO & DO
Today Fairs, Festivals Dulci-More Festival, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., BSA Camp McKinley, 37748 Furnace
CURRENT PRICES FOR ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Home Canners Text Book, World War II Victory Issue, copyright 1943 by Boston Woven Hose & Rubber
Threat of lawsuit by Gains won’t solve funding issues
Editorial: Mahoning County Prosecutor Paul Gains wants the commissioners to return the $100,000 they took from
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Gil Scott-Heron, godfather of rap, dies NEW YORK Long before Public Enemy urged
It’s about sacrifice
Opinion: Mr. Hohos played his Wurlitzer organ in the warm summer evenings. The chords and melodies meandered
Twins place reliever Nathan on disabled list
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS The Minnesota Twins have placed right-handed reliever Joe Nathan on
Ohio unemployment fraud increases, burdening fund
Associated Press DAYTON An increase in the amount of unemployment insurance fraud has become a
Egypt lifts blockade of tense Gaza Strip
Associated Press RAFAH, Gaza Strip Egypt lifted a 4-year-old blockade of the Gaza Strip on
THE COST OF OPTING IN | Debit-card overdraft plans
Important information for those looking into a debit-card-overdraft plan: There is no fee if you
Body of missing kayaker recovered
Associated Press DICKERSON RUN, Pa. Emergency crews in western Pennsylvania have recovered the
MEMORIAL DAY || Parades and activities
Various area Memorial Day activities as submitted to The Vindicator. MAHONING COUNTY Austintown:
Herpes infection led to toe pain
Q. Recently, my left big toe swelled up, formed something like small blisters and itched and burned.
Medal of Honor recognizes the bravest of brave
By Brian Albrecht Plain Dealer CLEVELAND Among the veterans saluted on Memorial Day is a very
Bruins rest as season extends to June
Associated Press BOSTON The Prince of Wales trophy sat untouched on a table in the middle of the
New Michael Crichton novel is due in the fall
Associated Press NEW YORK A new, posthumous story of science gone wrong is coming in November
Deficit may be lower than was thought
Plain Dealer Columbus The ice cream barely had a chance to start melting last week before Gov.
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, May 29, the 149th day of 2011. There are 216 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
BEST BEACHES
Annual survey puts Florida’s Siesta Beach on top Associated Press SARASOTA, Fla. After years
Djokovic, Nadal and Sharapova advance at Open
Associated Press PARIS Novak Djokovic extended his perfect start to the season at the French
Class Little b Baseball roundup
Astro Falcons 3, Dave Sugar Excavating 2 STRUTHERS The Astro Falcons overcame four errors to
Veterans battle unemployment
Soldiers returning from war struggle to find jobs By Richard Burnett Orlando Sentinel ORLANDO,
Bucs gift Maholm with 4 home runs
Associated Press CHICAGO The Pittsburgh Pirates scored 13 runs total in Paul Maholm’s first 10
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES VETERANS New rule CLEVELAND The Department of Veterans Affairs published the
record reviews
Brad Paisley Album: “This Is Country Music” (Arista Nashville) Grade: B Among the clich s in
MILESTONES
MILESTONES SCOUTS Eagle award Robert McKay, 14, of Cortland, son of Judge W. Wyatt McKay of
Earle: ‘My strength is a yarn’
By Barry Gilbert St. Louis Post-Dispatch ST. LOUIS Describing Steve Earle’s “I’ll Never Get
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Amanda and Joshua Fry, East Liverpool, girl, May 26. Diane
HHM plans seminars on oil, gas leases
HHM plans seminars on oil, gas leases COLUMBIANA Harrington, Hoppe & Mitchell Ltd. will host two
City Sightseeing worldwide app assists visitors
Los Angeles double-decker bus tour SOLVEJ SCHOU Associated Press LOS ANGELES For many Los
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending May 21
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Dead Reckoning” by Charlaine Harris (Ace) 2. “10th Anniversary” by James
A LIGHT TOUCH
Stainless steel has picked up a reputation as a dirt magnet McClatchy Newspapers Stainless-steel
Watch anything displayed on your PC on your TV
There is so much on the Internet these days that I’m hard-pressed to sit and watch television.
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Collectors seek rare antique patriotic toys
This is the month we celebrate a holiday that goes back to 1868, after the Civil War. Flags were
METRO DIGEST || Fitness guru Billy Blanks coming to Lordstown
Billy Blanks class set for Lordstown WARREN Billy Blanks, creator and master of Tae Bo fitness,
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Boardman Board of Education, special meeting, noon, Boardman Center Middle School,
Do casinos cause crime? Question is hotly debated
By Rachel Dissell Plain Dealer CLEVELAND As developers worked on plans for a $350 million
Cleveland-Akron area remains major market
Plain Dealer CLEVELAND Much concern has been raised — with good reason — over Cleveland’s
Gap widens for aid, college costs
St. Louis Post-Dispatch ST. LOUIS With high school graduation coming soon, Angelina Eutimio is
Preps at a glance
SATURDAY’S RESULTS BASEBALL TOURNAMENT SCORES AREA Division IV Springfield 8, Rittman 5
Disconnecting in a too-connected world
By BARBARA ORTUTAY AP Technology Writer FRANKLIN, N.Y. The knowledge that I’d be cut off from
Obama in Poland urges all to take strong world view
Associated Press WARSAW, Poland Holding out Poland’s transformation to democracy as a model for
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v The Outlaws, 2 p.m.: Southern rock band will take stage at 9:30
Pay-as-you-overdraft: Bank’s next fee?
You load up the cart at the supermarket, hit the checkout, and your debit card is declined because
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels McClatchy Newspapers Q. They have made movies of Batman, the Hulk, Fantastic
Last chance to vote for Greatest holes
Last chance to vote for Greatest holes Voting for the 2011 Greatest Golf Holes of the Valley
Experience contributes to rehabilitation
McClatchy Newspapers Q. Of late, our 8-year-old daughter has not been completing chores and
If you’re interested in a green getaway ... Head for Hocking Hills
The host of 21 WFMJ-TV’s “Eco Wise” segment on living green shares her experiences during a recent
Attack on Mt. Calvary appalling
Opinion: Attack on Mt. Calvary appalling I almost always appreciate the editorials and all the items
Dems show Antonini they care
Opinion: First, a denial from Mahoning County Democratic Party Chairman David Betras: I did not give that
Rejoining industry
As car sales recover, dealerships begin to hire salespeople Detroit Free Press DETROIT Hank
Columbiana, Trumbull county courts
COURTS Columbiana County New Complaints Bettina Leake v. Randall Wutrick, personal injury.
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