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Judge Douglas to retire Aug. 1
Judge Douglas to retire Aug. 1 Robert A. Douglas Jr., a Youngstown Municipal Court judge since
‘Octomom’ files for bankruptcy, owes $30K in rents
‘Octomom’ files for bankruptcy, owes $30K in rents SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) — “Octomom” Nadya
Houston-based oil-and-gas company setting up shop in Youngstown
Houston-based oil-and-gas company coming to Youngstown
Youngstown police release name of 17-year-old murder suspect
Youngstown police release name of 17-year-old murder suspect
Filing: Ohio Amish attacks suspect has $2M on hand
Filing: Ohio Amish attacks suspect has $2M on hand
Former Main Steel Polishing Co. building up for lease
Former Main Street Steel Polishing Co. building up for sale
Houser Sr. gets 12 months for obstruction
John Houser Sr., 48, of Volney Road, father of a suspect in a capital murder case, will serve 12 months in prison after being accused of confronting a witness in his son's case.
LOUIE TODAY: Nitro's Law update, Levon Helm memorial, record recycling
Louie will be joined this morning by Ohio Sen. Joe Schiavoni who will update us on the progress of Nitro's Law, an animal anti-cruelty law that's been struggling for approval for years now in the Ohio statehouse.
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Burghill-Vernon Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary is sponsoring a basket auction Sunday
Band sponsors will host golf fundraiser
Band sponsors will host golf fundraiser HUBBARD Deer Creek Golf Course, 7691 E. Liberty St.,
Diving Into Crime
It’s difficult to drive by or walk around McKelvey Lake on the East Side and miss the natural beauty that defines and surrounds it.
Greenhouse goes global
A new greenhouse is hoping to cultivate customers among Mahoning Valley gardeners looking for unusual plants.
Animal shelter to be built in New Castle
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com new castle, pa. After years of trying to finalize a
eBook expertise
Local public libraries stand ready to help book lovers navigate the complex world of electronic books and eReaders.
KO Drugs title bouts are tonight
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com CAMPBELL The 25th Annual K.O. Drugs High School Boxing Tourney
Trustees OK county road-salt project
By MARY SMITH news@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE Weathersfield Township trustees want to strike a
Ursuline Sisters, public behold ‘glorious’ unveiling
When Sister Nancy Dawson gushed that Sunday was glorious, she wasn’t talking about the warm, sunny weather conditions that existed outside.
Poland, Champion among top seeds in spring tourney brackets
Defending state softball champions Poland and Champion are the choices of the coaches to — at the very least — continue as the dominant teams in their districts.
Mill marks a century of steelmaking in Warren
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN One hundred years ago this month, the Mahoning Valley’s longest-
Valley ranks 1st in hunger-relief drive
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley has increased its lead to
What happened in Colombia did not stay in Colombia
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Secret Service does not often get a black eye behind those oh-
All the way with LBJ? Not really
Opinion: WASHINGTON Around noon on Saturday, Nov. 23, 1963, almost exactly 24 hours after the assassination
Apple legally avoids billions in taxes
Associated Press NEW YORK A published report says Apple Inc. uses subsidiaries in Ireland, the
It’s math, not class warfare
Opinion: Whenever President Barack Obama and other top Democrats say that simple fairness requires a tax
Game will serve as epilogue to ‘Spider-Man’ movie
DERRIK J. LANG AP Entertainment Writer SAN FRANCISCO Spider-Man must contend with more than
Years Ago
Today is Monday, April 30, the 121st day of 2012. There are 245 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Underused post offices should close
Opinion: By James Gattuso The Heritage Foundation It’s no secret that the U.S. Postal Service is in
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
With shuttle’s end, firms seek direction
With shuttle’s end, firms seek direction HARTFORD, Conn. Less than a year after NASA ended its
By Rich Heldenfels
By Rich Heldenfels Akron Beacon Journal He humiliated Hitler and then was repeatedly humiliated
“Two and a half men” (9 p.m., cbs): The ghost of Charlie Harper makes a surprise
“Two and a half men” (9 p.m., cbs): The ghost of Charlie Harper makes a surprise appearance on “Two
oddly enough
oddly enough DA: Pa. man hid phone in jail in prosthetic leg UNIONTOWN, Pa. A county detective
All parties must use caution as watchword for drilling
Editorial: A series of minor earthquakes that rocked the Greater Youngstown area last year has not shaken the
Texas lacks a water plan
Opinion: Longview (Texas) News-Journal: With some exceptions out west, most of Texas this spring has seen
Weaker al-Qaida still plots
Associated Press WASHINGTON A year after the U.S. raid that killed Osama bin Laden, al-Qaida is
Errors hurt Bucs in loss to Braves
Associated Press Atlanta Andrew McCutchen dropped a flyball and Pedro Alvarez flubbed a
SW Ohio sixth-graders learn Heimlich move
Associated Press CINCINNATI The Heimlich maneuver, a well-known emergency technique for
Obama, Clinton join to raise funds
Obama, Clinton join to raise funds WASHINGTON Former President Bill Clinton says President
Taking lessons from Texas
At the Forth Worth Chamber of Commerce, two men are deep into a conversation about a national oil-and-gas company that just moved in across the hallway. The company, which specializes in hydraulic fracturing, or fracking technology, has just leased space across the hall from the office of Mike Berry, the chamber’s natural-gas task-force chairman.
On May 2, 2011, Navy SEALs shot and killed al- Qaida leader and Sept. 11 mastermind Osama bin Laden
On May 2, 2011, Navy SEALs shot and killed al- Qaida leader and Sept. 11 mastermind Osama bin Laden
Sierra Club challenges Maryland natural-gas terminal
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Sierra Club said recently it will try to block an energy
Help Postal Service on May 12 to Stamp Out Hunger in US
Opinion: Help Postal Service on May 12 to Stamp Out Hunger in US Hunger in THE UNITED STATES of America?
Truce in Syria fails
Opinion: By Poppy McPherson The Institute for War & Peace Reporting LONDON Experts warn that the U.N.
Apartment blocks may host missiles for games
Associated Press LONDON Surface-to-air missiles could be stationed on the rooftops of an
Cable channel cashes in with original programming Rewriting HISTORY
By David Hiltbrand Philadelphia Inquirer PHILADELPHIA It’s a long and twisty trail that leads
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Ellsworth Township Zoning Board, workshop, 7 p.m., township administration
GOOD MORNING
GOOD MORNING community day Boardman Township’s annual Community Day is set for 11 a.m. to 2
Big Ten van flips over on Interstate 80
Staff report girard A Big Ten Network cargo van westbound on Interstate 80 went out of control
“Things are bad out there. We’re doing a lot for a little church.”
“Things are bad out there. We’re doing a lot for a little church.” John Prokop, a volunteer with
Dissidents at risk for supporting escapee
McClatchy Newspapers BEIJING Supporters of human-rights activist Chen Guangcheng, who fled house
ABOVE: John Mesmer of Struthers slowly walks backward into McKelvey Lake in Youngstown where the
ABOVE: John Mesmer of Struthers slowly walks backward into McKelvey Lake in Youngstown where the
Ravens make NFL dream reality for Warren Harding’s Anzevino
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com Although he grew up dreaming of playing in the NFL, it wasn’t
YSU baseball completes sweep
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com Niles It took 40 games, but the YSU baseball team finally
Dufner claims first PGA win
Associated Press AVONDALE, La. Jason Dufner’s recent late-tournament struggles made it easy to
May Day celebrated at YSU with concert
May Day celebrated at YSU with concert YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University will celebrate May
YSU group to celebrate Cinco de Mayo
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State University Latino Student Organization will present
RIGHT: Brian Kailer of Youngstown, a member of the Mahoning County sheriff’s dive team, pulls
RIGHT: Brian Kailer of Youngstown, a member of the Mahoning County sheriff’s dive team, pulls on his
Giuriceo enjoys his eight-round victory
Staff report Chester, W.Va. Jake Giuriceo liked the pace of the action, the volume of action,
Indians get help from the sun to beat Angels
Associated Press CLEVELAND Derek Lowe never saw the key play that helped him and the Cleveland
Dawson get light heavyweight title belt back
Associated Press ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. Bad Chad is a champion again. He has his belt back — and
Richmond drama courtesy of Stewart and Edwards
Associated Press RICHMOND, Va. Not even a meeting with NASCAR officials helped Carl Edwards
Will Power in charge again
Associated Press SAO PAULO Will Power loves racing in Brazil. Power had a flawless race to
Valley residents share stories of stigmas, growthSFlb
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com WARREN Maureen Boals went to the hospital emergency room
Sunday, April 29 (103 stories)
Music, food, dance, presentations to fill Cinco de Mayo event on Friday at YSU
Music, food, dance, presentations to fill Cinco de Mayo event on Friday at YSU Staff report
Van plunges off NYC road into zoo grounds; 7 killed
Van plunges off NYC road into zoo grounds; 7 killed Associated Press NEW YORK An out-of-
It’s ‘a glorious day for Ursuline Sisters’ in Canfield today
It’s ‘a glorious day for Ursuline Sisters’ in Canfield today By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com
Operation Shield nets 48 arrests so far this weekend in Youngstown
Operation Shield nets 48 arrests so far this weekend in Youngstown Staff report youngstown
Exhibit to chronicle 100 years of steelmaking in Mahoning Valley
Exhibit to chronicle 100 years of steelmaking in Mahoning Valley Staff report YOUNGSTOWN One
On anniversary of bin Laden’s ambush, weaker al-Qaida still plots payback
On anniversary of bin Laden’s ambush, weaker al-Qaida still plots payback WASHINGTON A year
Looking for greenhouse with exotic worldly plants? New Boardman business has you covered
Looking for greenhouse with exotic worldly plants? New Boardman business has you covered By Ashley
Secret Service, primaries, Trump, GOP: Obama mocks them all
Secret Service, primaries, Trump, GOP: Obama mocks them all Associated Press WASHINGTON This
Beer tent collapses near Cards’ stadium; 1 killed, 100 hurt
Beer tent collapses near Cards’ stadium; 1 killed, 100 hurt Associated Press ST. LOUIS A
Elizabeth Anderson | J. Ryan Alford
FRANKLIN, GA. Elizabeth Grace Anderson and J. Ryan Alford, both of Atlanta, were married March 25
Jamie Pettola | Aubin Rivera III
CANFIELD Jamie Lee Pettola and Aubin Rivera III were united in marriage Jan. 14 at St. Michael
Sarah Liston | Jason Mitchell
SOLON Sarah Marie Liston and Jason Richard Mitchell were married in a noon ceremony Sept. 17,
Stephanie Heckman | Jason Cuddy
BOARDMAN Stephanie Heckman and Jason Robert Cuddy, both of Boardman, were married Dec. 17, 2011,
Amy Mealy | Benjamin Broderick
VIENNA Amy Michelle Mealy and Benjamin Wear Broderick were united in marriage Oct. 14, 2011, in a
Stephanie Carnes | Bill Greier
PITTSBURGH Stephanie Carnes and Bill Greier, both of Allison Park, Pa., were united in marriage
Reannon Ruch | Cory Untch
LA HAINA, HAWAII Reannon Renae Ruch and Cory James Untch, both of La Haina, exchanged wedding vows
Melissa Morris | Ryan Mancini
AUSTINTOWN Melissa Ann Morris and Ryan Christopher Mancini, both of Chicago, were united in
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, Walking Club at
SENIOR CITIZENS
55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Mary Church. Hostesses are
MASONIC GROUPS
TUESDAY Clotilda Club, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at Denny’s in Boardman
GARDEN CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Mahoning will meet at noon at the Youngstown Club, 201 E. Commerce St., for a Guest Day
Derby Dash to be Poland fundraiser
Derby Dash to be Poland fundraiser POLAND Poland Rotary and Poland Schools Foundation for
WSJ author to speak on gettiing through hard times
Stephen G. Post, author of “The Hidden Gifts of Helping: How the Power of Giving, Compassion and Hope Can Help Get Us Through Hard Times,” will discuss his outlook on this message at 9:15 a.m. Saturday in the gathering room at Park Vista Retirement Community, Fifth Avenue.
Learn basic gardening skills at free classes
WARREN Friends of the Greenhouse Consortium and the Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership will have free gardening classes from 10 a.m. to noon May 5, 19, and 26 and June 2 and 16 at the Packard Park Greenhouse.
Youngstown vigil honors slaying victim, issues call for end to violence
By JEANNE STARMACK starmack@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Hot wax dropped like tears onto the cold,
Bengals draft Harding’s Herron
Four local players sign as free agents By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com The good news for Ohio
‘Yeah, buddy’: Fitch’s Price is right
Field co-MVP leads Falcons to team title By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com poland With a 5:30
Golden Dawn still glitters on the North Side
By RALPH A. LEWIS III TheNewsOutlet.org YOUNGSTOWN Traveling down Logan Avenue on the North
Squeezed for space, Lemon Grove plans move to former Rosetta Stone
It was less than a year ago that the Lemon Grove, a downtown bar and restaurant that also serves as a meeting place for artists and community activists, was paying about $1,200 a month in overdraft fees unable to balance its bottom line.
Youngstown Phantoms step up to experience USHL postseason
— season in review SEmD The Youngstown Phantoms stepped up to experience the USHL postseason
Kokrak up to 27th with a solid day of putting
Staff/wire report avondale, la. Saturday’s third round of the Zurich Classic was one of the most
Valley stays in lead in hunger-aid drive
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Monday is the last day to vote to get the Youngstown-Warren area to stay
Boardman questions allocation of Local Govt. funds
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN “The more things change, the more they stay the
Bayus enters finals as No. 1 qualifier
— Junior masters — Staff report Defending champion Corey Bayus enters today’s finals of the
Curbstone coaches hall of fame
Here are the inductees to the Curbstone Coaches Hall of Fame. The banquet is May 6 at Mr. Anthony’s. The guest speaker is Bruce Drennan of SportsTime Ohio. Tickets are available for $50 by calling Edd Fowler at 330-506-9829, or visiting the organization’s website at curbstonecoaches.org:
Unity in Community parade grows in numbers, enthusiasm
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The sky was gray BUT brightly colored
Kids celebrate staying healthy at Boardman Y
By JEANNE STARMACK starmack@vindy.com BOARDMAN For Gavin Fernandez, 8, “Take on Summer” was
Youngstown police arrest suspect in West Side killing
Staff report youngstown Police have arrested a suspect in the Friday slaying of a man on
Hall for heroes
Anthony Tisler of Youngstown will be inducted into the Ohio Military Hall of Fame for Valor on Friday in Columbus. The graduate of Campbell Memorial High School was awarded the Navy Commendation Medal with “V” for valor “for heroic achievement” in saving several fellow Marines in Vietnam on April 7, 1968. Also being inducted Friday is Robert L. Baird, who grew up in Campbell and Poland. Baird was an Army medical helicopter pilot in Vietnam in 1967 when he was decorated with the Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal for Valor and the Purple Heart.
ARMED FORCES DIGEST || RETIRED
RETIRED Lt. Cmdr. Arthur Fuller BROOKFIELD Navy Lt. Cmdr. Arthur C. Fuller, a 1973 graduate of
Retire? Some boomers don’t delay
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel MILWAUKEE Four months into retirement, Jim Guenther has no regrets.
Rally the tally for Valley to win $1 million to fight hunger
Editorial: As of Saturday night, the Youngstown-Warren metro area ranked solidly and proudly in first place in the online voting campaign called Fighting Hunger Together.
METRO DIGEST || Priest found dead at Holy Trinity
Priest found dead in Youngstown youngstown Parishioners at Holy Trinity Church on Laird Avenue
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 22.56 .19 Avalon
Sammarone should explore all options for Covelli Centre
Editorial: There’s no point in revisiting the troubled history of the Covelli Centre other than to note that
Kyle Busch wins Richmond
By Jim Utter McClatchy Newspapers RICHMOND, Va. There is plenty of controversy back in NASCAR
Lively cast rocks in ‘Evil Dead’ Local band The Zou gives concert feeling to musical
By Lorraine Wardle entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN I have a confession to make. I haven’t
NEW CASTLE PLAYHOUSE Savvy actors renew zesty fun of ‘Grease’
By STEPHANIE OTTEY entertainment@vindy.com NEW CASTLE, PA. Spring days are turning into
Donations for funeral
donations for funeral The family of Pierre McKinney, 21, who was killed Wednesday, is accepting
Horizon power show halted by rain
By ryan buck sports@vindy.com Canfield The Youngstown State Softball team will have to wait
2011 Local Government Funds
2011 Local Government Funds The state distributes the Local Government Fund to each of Ohio’s 88
Pirates get a win for Bedard
Associated Press ATLANTA Streaking Alex Presley helped the Pirates finally provide tough-luck
MAHONING VALLEY BLOOD DRIVES THIS WEEK
today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call
birthdays
birthdays Actress Celeste Holm is 95. Poet Rod McKuen is 79. Actor Keith Baxter is 79. Bluesman
Fitch baseball outslugs archrival Boardman
By greg gulas sports@vindy.com austintown With both teams coming off games they would rather
Group: Chinese activist under US protection in Beijing
Associated Press BEIJING A blind legal activist who escaped house arrest in his Chinese village
DEMANDING DIVAS
By Mary Beth Breckenridge McClatchy Newspapers For such sweet-looking things, hanging baskets
LIMELIGHT | Awards, achievements
Valley Industrial Trucks of Youngstown was named the CLARK Material Handling Company’s 2011 North
Many musical artists are stuck in a singles world
By MESFIN FEKADU Associated Press Just before Flo Rida released his third album, almost two
Men, too, have become ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ fans
By LEANNE ITALIE Associated Press NEW YORK They’re young and old, doctors and churchgoers, gay
Ask Mr. Know It All
By Gary Clothier Q. I’ve heard of the movie “The Perfect Storm.” Is there such a thing as a
NE Ohio girl chosen for campaign for brain disorder
Associated Press ROOTSTOWN TOWNSHIP A spunky 11-year-old northeast Ohio girl is the face of a
Another mayor, another arena gamble
Opinion: Among the many themes in the short history of the Covelli Centre, one theme is constant: Mayors
Browns feel they got faster, tougher
Associated Press BEREA From the outset, the Cleveland Browns were decisive and daring in this
Scandal highlights lack of female agents
Associated Press WASHINGTON Secret Service agents often are portrayed in popular culture as
Steelers focus on linemen, LBs and WRs
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Kevin Colbert spent the days leading up to the NFL draft stressing
Indians’ homerless streak reaches 10 in loss to Angels
Associated Press CLEVELAND The power has gone out at Progressive Field. And the Cleveland
Graduates find it tough to wash away college debt
The Philadelphia Inquirer PHILADELPHIA To get educated these days, most students have to go
Pop culture Q&A
Pop culture Q&A By Rich Heldenfels Q. Besides having a baby on “Bones,” we know that Emily
CAREER PATHS
FINANCE Seven Seventeen Credit Union Inc. of Warren has announced several promotions: Susan
Hey Kid! concert for children
Staff report Austintown Austintown Bounce and Hey Kid! will team up May 5 to treat Valley
WRTA station downtown needs a serious cleanup
Opinion: WRTA station downtown needs a serious cleanup Speaking of unsanitary eye- sores, let me refer you
Young Latino voters crucial
Opinion: By Claudia Sandoval McClatchy-Tribune Young Latino voters may hold the key to the White House
‘Ford Avenue Legends’ tells Youngstown tales
‘Ford Avenue Legends’ tells Youngstown tales A Youngstown native who is serving in the Navy has
METRO DIGEST || WSJ author on getting through hard times
Hard Times YOUNGSTOWN Stephen G. Post, author of “The Hidden Gifts of Helping: How the Power of
The sci-fi thriller “Sound of My Voice,” starring Brit Marling as a mesmerizing cult
The sci-fi thriller “Sound of My Voice,” starring Brit Marling as a mesmerizing cult leader, keeps
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending April 21
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Innocent” by David Baldacci (Grand Central) 2. “The Witness” by Nora
Roles of husband and wife should be primary
McClatchy Newspapers A fellow in West Virginia asks, “My wife and I need to agree concerning our
“The Good Wife” (9 p.m., CBS): On the Season 3 finale of “The Good Wife,” a
“The Good Wife” (9 p.m., CBS): On the Season 3 finale of “The Good Wife,” a dream team of
POLICE CALLS in Girard and Liberty
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty: GIRARD April 22
Holocaust expert to give lecture at Temple El Emeth in Liberty
Staff report LIBERTY The Jewish Community Relations Council will co-sponsor a lecture featuring
Open to the ocean
Associated Press ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. Think of a casino and chances are, what comes to mind is a
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, April 29, the 120th day of 2012. There are 246 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Attack on store owner was obscene
Opinion: It would be a grave injustice to equate the unprovoked beating of the owner of a neighborhood store
For Baird, honor is a belated ‘Welcome Home’
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com Robert L. Baird sees his induction into the Ohio Military
Murder suspect found dead in Wash. bunker
Murder suspect found dead in Wash. bunker NORTH BEND, Wash. Peter Keller spent eight years
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL, MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS Columbiana County New complaints Landmark National II Corp. v. Gabrial Berry et al,
4 chains top list of supermarket ratings
Consumer Reports subscribers recently rated Wegmans, Trader Joe’s, Publix and Fareway tops among 52
INNOVATIVE IDEAS
Plastics Hall of Fame inducts Pa. man By Burton Speakman bspeakman@vindy.com Edinburg, pa.
Outdoor programs for kids abound at Jennings, Moraine
Staff report Slippery Rock, Pa. Jennings Environmental Education Center, 2951 Prospect Road,
Legislation targets wrong-way drivers
Associated Press TOLEDO Several wrong-way auto accidents in Ohio, including a crash that killed
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Mahoning Valley Opportunity Center Governing Board, 4 p.m., Mill Creek MetroParks
Donbar rolls 611 in final week of Camelot Seniors
Not by design, but Karen Donbar waited until the final week of the Monday Senior Mixed Doubles
Saturday, April 28 (97 stories)
Father Rajlich found dead and disheveled outside Holy Trinity church
Parishioners at Holy Trinity Church on Laird Avenue found the body of their priest between the church and the parish house Saturday, Youngstown police reported.
Suspect arrested in Friday slaying of Michael Abighanem
Police have arrested a suspect in the Friday slaying of a man on Youngstown’s West Side. The 17-year-old male is at the Mahoning County Juvenile Justice Center, said police Chief Rod Foley.
Work-outs, kayaking, s'mores fill Healthy Kids Day at Boardman Y
For Gavin Fernandez, 8, “Take on Summer” was not just a catchy slogan on a T-shirt.
Family, friends mourn loss of smart, quiet, funny young man
Hot wax dropped like tears onto the cold, damp ground a few feet away from the spot where Pierre McKinney took his last breath.
Community planning workshop Saturday
The Northeast Ohio Multi-Cultural Arts Committee will have a community strategic-planning workshop 1 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Saturday at New Freedom Missionary Baptist Church, 1590 Tod Ave. SW.
Today's electronics recycling event rousing success
Youngstown Litter Control and Recycling estimates that more than 2,000 area residents brought more than 150,000 pounds of electronics to the Covelli Centre Saturday for recycling.
Lynn-Penwell wedding planned at St. Paul Church
Donald E. and Therese Lynn of Salem are announcing the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Stephanie Nicole Lynn, to Shawn Michael Penwell.
Hockensmith- Kotuba wedding set for July 14
Megan Leigh Hockensmith of McDonald and Walter Thomas Kotuba of Beaver Falls, Pa., are announcing
Moore-Longo marriage rite is planned in July
Faith Moore of Boardman and Paul Longo of Hubbard are engaged to be married, their parents are
Natalie Herter, Brandon Spickler to marry in July
FENTON, MICH. Carl and Jeanette Herter of Fenton, Mich., are announcing the engagement of their
Dallas couple will marry in Mill Creek Park
Elise M. Kraiosky and Nicholas Stanko, both of Dallas, are engaged, their parents are announcing.
SOCIETY DIGEST || Mill Creek Park will host lecturer
Mill Creek Park will host lecturer YOUNGSTOWN As part of its Garden Author Lecture series, Mill
Jewish Community Center Programs for adults offered
YOUNGSTOWN The Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, is offering the following programs for
Turn in your old, unused drugs
The ASAP Coalition will have “Operation: Empty Medicine Cabinet” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 9 at the Geauga-Trumbull Solid Waste Management District, 5138 Enterprise Drive, off Parkman Road, near the Route 5 Bypass.
Today's Unity parade draws crowd, despite chilly temps
The sky was gray, but brightly colored balloons tied to poles along Market Street made up for it.
Free bike rodeo
St. Paul Lutheran Church and Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership is having a free bike rodeo 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May 19 at the church, 2860 E. Market St.
Crime lab to be renamed for DeMatteo
The crime lab at the Youngstown Police Department soon will be renamed in honor of Joseph DeMatteo, who served with the police department 34 years before retiring in 2009.
Spring plant sale Monday
The Spring Plant Sale, sponsored by the Horticulture program at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center, starts Monday.
Fundraiser today for kids with autism
A fundraiser to benefit children with autism will be at Austintown Township Park today.
Sunday dinner to help Austintown man needing lung transplant
Transportation department employees at Austintown schools consider themselves family, and a family comes together when one of its own is in need.
Mill Creek roads closed this morning for run
Several roads in Mill Creek Park will be closed today from 7 to 11 a.m. Cross, West and Bears Den drives will be closed for the Fitness Together/Mill Creek 5K Walk/Run.
Apply for law school scholarships
The Mahoning County Bar Association Foundation, the charitable arm of the bar association, is accepting applications for scholarships to attend law school.
Teen charged with assault, theft after hitting Boardman police car
A city woman is facing a felonious assault charge after hitting a police cruiser with her car while fleeing a shoplifting scene.
Columbiana art exhibit opens this morning
The 21st annual Columbiana High School Art Exhibit opens today in the Salchow Room of the Columbiana Public Library, 332 N. Middle St., during regular library hours.
Recycle electronics, drugs today at Covelli
An electronics recycling drive and a pharmaceutical- disposal drive will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today.
Beavers to Bearcats to Broncos: Lisbon’s Wolfe off to Rockies
Beavers to Bearcats to Broncos: Lisbon’s Wolfe off to Rockies Staff/wire report englewood, colo.
Shannon Clarke gets jail term for burning, abusing dog
A man convicted of animal cruelty in the burning and abandonment of a dog last year was sentenced Friday.
Obama campaign's ‘Made in Ohio’ tour stop gets Valley workers' praise
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Without President Barack Obama pushing for the
Howland’s fast start triggers a victory against Springfield
Howland’s fast start triggers a victory against Springfield By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com NEW
Marcus Heath connects for three hits, helps YSU snap April skid
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com NILES For a team that had yet to win in April, the Youngstown
D&L well ban holds despite proposals
D&L Energy has requested to reopen the North Star 1 well the state has linked to 13 earthquakes in the Youngstown area.
Youngstown police probe West Side slaying
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating what apparently will be the
Ryan Blaney debuts 7th in Nationwide competition
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com With graduation approaching, many families will gather for
Inside the ropes with Jason Kokrak
Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-under 70 in the second round of the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. Kokrak is tied with nine other golfers for 41st place. His round included four birdies and two bogeys.
Sunday benefit at Austintown school to help worker fight fibrosis
Transportation department employees at Austintown schools consider themselves family, and a family comes together when one of its own is in need.
Boardman schoolkids get free trees
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN Fourth-graders in Boardman elementary schools
Thomas Kelly, owner of condemned Volney Road home, charged with trespass
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A man who tried to stop the city from demolishing his house was
Contestants vie for ‘X Factor’ fame on Covelli stage
Tara Elkins, 26, of Warren sang the Jennifer Hudson song “And I’m Telling You” Friday night in the semifinal round of “The X Factor” competition at the Covelli Centre, downtown Youngstown. The mother of three has competed in roughly 100 singing competitions over the years.
Bike blessing
Bike blessing east palestine Centenary United Methodist Church, 40 S. Market St., will conduct a
Dufner is -12 to lead Zurich Classic
Associated Press AVONDALE, La. Jason Dufner is in familiar territory atop the leaderboard after
Births
Births ST. Joseph Health Center Sarah Jerina and Carlton Foster Sr., Newton Falls, boy, April
Share stories during life
As a minister, I’m sometimes asked to provide ministerial coverage for other ministers when they are
NEOMED takes applications for 2 high-school programs
Staff report rootstown High school students interested in medicine and pharmacy careers can gain
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, 8 p.m.: Season-ending concert will
Liberty's St. Mark's to celebrate 50 years of enduring faith
A small group of Syrian Orthodox believers, buoyed by an enthusiast seminarian, combined their talents, determination and faith in God to found St. Mark Antiochian Orthodox Church.
Major league baseball boxscores
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Cincy adds Still, Thompson to strengthen defensive line
Associated Press CINCINNATI The phone call came from a number that Mohamed Sanu recognized, the
Man shot in stomach at tavern
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police responded to Teenie’s Tavern on South Avenue at 9:51 p.m. Friday
49ers surprise again, choose Oregon running back James
Associated Press santa clara, calif. Jim Harbaugh regularly goes against the grain, never
Lawyers argue over sex tape
Associated Press GREENSBORO, N.C. Opposing lawyers in the John Edwards trial wrangled with a
Braves continue winning ways as Pirates collapse
Associated Press ATLANTA The Atlanta Braves keep winning in April. They know how important
METRO DIGEST || Internet service disrupted in Warren
Warren thieves steal utility cables, disrupt phone, Internet service WARREN The theft of two
Somali guilty in hijacking of yacht
Associated Press NORFOLK, Va. A Somali man was convicted of piracy Friday for his role as a
Cabrera’s hit in 9th inning leads Indians over Angels
Associated Press cleveland Asdrubal Cabrera singled home the winning run with one out in the
Fla. judge wants to know about Zimmerman money
Associated Press SANFORD, Fla. Calling it an “oversight,” George Zimmerman’s attorney said
Lawyer: Cages OK for exotic animals
Lawyer: Cages OK for exotic animals COLUMBUS An attorney for a suicidal animal-owner’s widow who
Ill. Senate OKs regulations on fracking
Associated Press ST. LOUIS The Illinois Senate unanimously signed off on a measure Thursday that
Browns: No plan to trade McCoy
By Mary kay cabot The Plain Dealer BEREA The Browns dismissed a report that they were shopping
Resin shortage not expected to disrupt auto industry
Associated Press DEARBORN, Mich. The auto industry may have steered its way around another
MAHONING COUNTY INDICTMENTS
Mahoning County Indictments A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments against these
Former owner of bowling alley sentenced for corruption of boys
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com mercer, pa. The former owner of a bowling alley was
Cortland Bancorp income rises 33%
Cortland Bancorp income rises 33% Cortland Cortland Bancorp has reported a 33 percent increase
Steelers take risk on OSU’s Adams
Associated Press pittsburgh The Pittsburgh Steelers had no interest in drafting Ohio State’s
Man pulls down pants at Hermitage restaurant
Staff report hermitage, pa. Police arrested a man they said was drunk and exposing himself at
Suit accuses ‘Bachelor’ of racism
Associated Press NEW YORK Robert Galinsky is skeptical about claims by producers of ABC’s “The
Cambodia has lost its treasures
Opinion: By Tess Davis Los Angeles Times During the Cambodian civil war from 1970 to 1998, the Khmer
Cocaine call lands Krinos in court
Staff report Boardman A former Campbell mayor will be in court Tuesday, accused of making false
Youngstown police nab suspect in PNC Bank robbery
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The 48-year-old man believed to be
Where are the ‘green’ jobs?
Opinion: The Charleston (W.Va.) Daily Mail: Green jobs were supposed to save the planet and boost the U.S.
Workshop to look at tech-funding resources
Staff report youngstown The Youngstown Business Incubator will host a workshop Tuesday to help
House OKs student-loan bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans defied a veto threat, and the House voted Friday to
Cavs survive, await lottery pick
Associated Press INDEPENDENCE They suffered through costly injuries, a relentlessly brutal
Bond reduced for suspect in sex-abuse case
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A man jailed on charges associated with
Recycle electronics, turn in medications
Recycle electronics, turn in medications YOUNGSTOWN An electronics recycling drive and a
newsmakers
newsmakers Dog star of ‘The Artist’ gets a book deal NEW YORK Every dog has its book deal.
Sunday news shows
Sunday news shows Guest lineup Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”:
Woman faces charge of assault after her car hits cop cruiser
Staff report BOARDMAN A city woman is facing a felonious assault charge after hitting a police
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 22.56 .19 Avalon
McDonald High looks to have a positive impact
Staff report McDonald On May 8, McDonald High School will be carrying on the tradition of
$3.5M in funding will boost Farm to School programs
Staff report Washington, D.C. The United States Department of Agriculture has announced new
bridge Weekly quiz
Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: xA K J 10 6 uK 9 v7 2 w10 6 5 2 The bidding has
“Flipped Off” (9 p.m., A&E): The new reality series (it’s not about naughty
“Flipped Off” (9 p.m., A&E): The new reality series (it’s not about naughty hand gestures) follows
Leck, McBriarty to receive Heritage Award at YSU
Staff report Youngstown Glorianne Leck, retired Youngstown State University professor, and
‘The Pirates!’ is a letdown
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers There’s
Wild swings in sentencing ill serves justice in America
Editorial: Since the founding of this nation, equal justice for all under the law has stood as a tenet most
When it comes to action flicks, Statham is ‘Safe’ bet
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers His Awesomeness, Jason Statham, has let it be known that he
It’s a number that haunts
Opinion: By Hilda L. SOLIS McClatchy-Tribune Every day, 12 workers die on the job across America. As the
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Harold Hagerty III, 44, of 1529 Price Road,
Bishop appoints new school-system president
Staff report Youngstown Most Reverend George V. Murry, Bishop of Youngstown, has appointed Lois
St. Mark Antiochian Orthodox Church, 3560 Logan Way, Liberty, will celebrate its 50th anniversary.
St. Mark Antiochian Orthodox Church, 3560 Logan Way, Liberty, will celebrate its 50th anniversary.
Friday, April 27 (129 stories)
Valley now in 1st place in Wal-Mart Fighting Hunger competition
The Mahoning Valley leaped into first place in the nation today in the competition to win $1 million in grants to fight hunger in the Youngstown-Warren area.
4 chosen at Covelli Centre to compete in Rhode Island for "X-Factor"
Their experience level ranged from extensive — in the case of Tara Elkins of Warren — to minimal — in the case of Andrea Cicoretti of Struthers.
Thieves disrupt telephone and Internet service to hundreds in Warren today
The theft of two 60-foot cables strung on utility poles behind 1509 Parkman Road NW disrupted telephone and Internet service to up to 500 businesses and residents in the northwest quadrant of the city for much of today.
Man shot at Teenie's Tavern tonight
Police responded to Teenie’s Tavern on South Avenue at 9:51 tonight for a man who was shot in the stomach and two men running east on East Boston Avenue afterward.
State tells D&L Energy ‘not yet’ to reopening North Star-1 well
State tells D&L Energy ‘not yet’ to reopening North Star-1 well COLUMBUS The state has rejected
US Sen. Sherrod Brown airs 1st TV ad in Ohio political fight
US Sen. Sherrod Brown airs 1st TV ad in Ohio political fight
Judge grants bond reduction to man charged with sex crimes
Judge grants bond reduction to man charged with sex crimes
Police arrest man as suspect in bank robbery, West Side store robbery
Police arrest man as suspect in bank robbery, West Side store robbery
Incubator sets Tuesday workshop on research funding
Incubator sets Tuesday workshop on research funding youngstown The Youngstown Business Incubator
Police say robbery suspects remain in SW Ohio bank
Police say robbery suspects remain in SW Ohio bank
Obama re-election tour stops in Lordstown
Obama re-election tour stops in Lordstown LORDSTOWN A group of local autoworkers thanked Barack
Jammin' for Justice against child abuse is Saturday
The Crisis Shelter of Lawrence County sponsors Jammin’ for Justice, an event against child abuse, this weekend. The event begins at 10 a.m. Saturday at Cascade Park on East Washington Street.
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Mill Creek Chapter of American Business Women’s Association will meet May 8 at the
YMTA will present Spring Honors Recital
YMTA will present Spring Honors Recital YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Music Teachers Association will
Arbor Day is time to note good things come in trees
YOUNGSTOWN The American Elm Tree Committee of the Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown wants area
CureSearch Walk for cancer Saturday in Austintown
CureSearch Walk is planned for Saturday in Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road.
Boardman cops arrest Youngstown man wanted in Columbiana County
Police arrested a 33-year-old Youngstown man who had three active warrants out of the Columbiana County Sheriff’s Office.
Sheriff's son violates sentencing again
Thomas Altiere Jr. is in Trumbull County jail awaiting a May 8 hearing before a visiting judge for a second reported violation of the terms of his sentencing for using deception to obtain a dangerous drug last year.
Hubbard man pleads guilty to drug charges
A Hubbard, Ohio, resident has pleaded guilty in federal court here to conspiracy to distribute oxycodone and methadone and could be fined up to $1 million or sentenced to up to 20 years in prison, or both.
Mayor mulls selling Covelli Centre
Because the Covelli Centre has never made enough money to cover the debt owed by the city to build it, Mayor Charles Sammarone said he’s considering selling the facility.
Little: T-Rich can help a lot
As NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell was announcing Trent Richardson as the newest Cleveland Brown, wide receiver Greg Little briefly glanced up at the TV screen at O’Donold’s Irish Pub, then glanced back down at his phone.
Youngstown cops track leads in murder on N. Side
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. and Jeanne Starmack news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police have not made
Indians fall to Royals at Progressive; home woes continue
Associated Press CLEVELAND The Cleveland Indians have been dominant on the road this season.
Kokrak in the hunt in Big Easy
Jason Kokrak rebounded from a poor start and played his final 14 holes in 3-under par, finishing 2-under 70 in the first round of the Zurich Classic of New Orleans.
Youngstown students release book on seniors
J.K. Rowling and Suzanne Collins have nothing on Lequanna Jones, Antione Whitfield and their classmates in the Youngstown Super STARS Afterschool program.
Students’ video portrays consequences of distracted driving
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com NEWTON FALLS A lecture about impaired or distracted driving
Hubbard library reaches out to dogs
The first time Nancy Grapevine and Mary Anne Russo hosted “Storytime for Dogs,” they forgot their audience and used a tennis ball as a prop.
BCS settled on four teams for playoff
Associated Press HOLLYWOOD, Fla. College football is on the verge of finally having a playoff,
Browns remake offensive backfield
Browns remake offensive backfield Associated Press BEREA Fixing the running game wasn’t enough
Event honors Trumbull CSB clients, workers
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN High school student Diane Moody and college student
Youngstown OKs severance pay for fired prosecutors
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city’s board of control agreed to give
Family of Gerald Klusch offers reward for information about his killing
Special to The Vindicator Lisbon The family of Gerald George Klusch has announced a reward of
Fish sale nets success
John Scherer of Fender’s Fish & Llama Farm, of Baltic, Ohio, gets fish from a truck-mounted tank during a Thursday fish sale at the Canfield Fairgrounds. The event was sponsored by the Mahoning Soil and Water Conservation District.
Boardman briefs
Chinese auction set The members of the Mill Creek Chapter of American Business Women’s Association
Canfield sport briefs
Canfield hosts boys basketball youth camp The Canfield boys basketball program will host its
newsmakers
newsmakers Ex-tour saxophonist for Killers found dead LAS VEGAS A saxophone player who toured
Poland sport briefs
Poland seeks volleyball coaches Poland Seminary High School has coaching openings for girls junior
Lawmakers consider moratorium on caf s
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS State lawmakers are considering a yearlong moratorium
birthdays
birthdays Actor Jack Klugman is 90. Actress Anouk Aimee is 80. Announcer Casey Kasem is 80.
US home-sales increase, earnings send stocks higher
Associated Press NEW YORK On a day that brought both good and bad news about the economy,
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 22.37 .00 Avalon
Secret Service investigates El Salvador trip
Associated Press WASHINGTON Expanding the prostitution investigation, the Secret Service
Parents upset over ouster of lesbian Boy Scout leader
Associated Press The first-graders in Ohio Pack 109’s Tiger Scouts didn’t know or care their den
Ex-aide: Cash went into my dream home
Associated Press GREENSBORO, N.C. John Edwards’ ex-aide acknowledged Thursday that much of
oddly enough
oddly enough Boring meets Dull in international partnership PORTLAND, Ore. Boring: Meet Dull.
Suspect faces additional sex-crime charges
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A man already jailed on charges related to child pornography is facing
Steelers excited to get DeCastro
The Pittsburgh Steelers didn’t expect David DeCastro to be available with the 24th overall pick in the NFL draft, to the point where they’d practically written off the burly All-American guard from Stanford.
Pa. drilling: Few health complaints
Pa. drilling: Few health complaints PITTSBURGH The Pennsylvania Department of Health says it’s
Rose-less Bulls overwhelm Cavaliers
Despite playing a major portion of the season without the reigning MVP, the Chicago Bulls still escaped the regular season unscathed.
Talks regarding election law continue
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio lawmakers and opponents of a new election law are still trying
Campbell unions can reopen talks
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell Campbell’s three unions have the right to
All charges stand in WikiLeaks case
All charges stand in WikiLeaks case FORT MEADE, Md. A military judge refused Thursday to
Police probe 2 armed robberies at same gas station
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating two separate armed robberies of customers at
Huntington Bank opens 8 new Giant Eagle branches
Staff report Huntington Bank has opened eight new branches inside Mahoning Valley Giant Eagle
Liberian’s war-crimes conviction sends message
Associated Press LEIDSCHENDAM, Netherlands Former Liberian President Charles Taylor became the
Damaged resin plant will be down till at least Oct.
Associated Press DETROIT The owner of a German factory that makes a key resin used in auto parts
Health-insurance rebates to total $1.3B, report says
Associated Press WASHINGTON More than 3 million health-insurance policyholders and thousands of
Years Ago
Today is Friday, April 27, the 118th day of 2012. There are 248 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
National recession takes toll
Opinion: The Syracuse Post-Standard: Is welfare reform showing its age? After new rules were adopted in
N. Korea’s new missiles are fakes, Western analysts say
Analysts who have studied photos of a half-dozen ominous new North Korean missiles showcased recently at a lavish military parade say they were fakes, and not very convincing ones, casting further doubt on the country’s claims of military prowess.
‘’70s Show’ actor tries film and theater
Associated Press NEW YORK Topher Grace enjoys the non-linear route his career has taken since
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St. (corner of Oak and Fruit streets),
Liberty school items located
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty Educational equipment that Liberty’s
Kids day planned
Kids day planned Boardman From 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, the Davis YMCA, 45 McClurg Road, will
‘Engagement’ goes on and on
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers “The Five-Year Engagement” plays like a five-episode,
Why are oil prices falling?
Opinion: Last week I paid 10-cents-a-gallon less for gasoline than I did the week before, at the same service
Two heads better?
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords The corporate propensity for rationalizing the irrational in the
Just what doctor ordered: Merger of city, county health departments
Opinion: Just what doctor ordered: Merger of city, county health departments Iam writing in support of the
‘Green Idol’ singers go for the gold
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Talented and earth-friendly youth throughout Mahoning County
126,000 tree seedlings planted in Columbiana County park
Staff report lisbon More than 126,000 native hardwood-tree seedlings have been planted in 185
Benefit walk for cancer planned in Austintown
Benefit walk for cancer planned in Austintown austintown CureSearch Walk is planned Saturday in
Boardman residents address problems
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN After a string of burglaries hit Clifton, Maple
Police misconduct a problem 20 years after King verdict
Opinion: By David A. LOVE McClatchy-Tribune Twenty years have passed since the verdict in the Rodney King
Trumbull education official resigns
Staff report WARREN Dr. James LaPolla has resigned as a member of the Trumbull County
POLICE CALLS FOR BOARDMAN, POLAND
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
“Grimm” (8 p.m., NBC): The weirdness continues as Nick’s (David Giuntoli)
“Grimm” (8 p.m., NBC): The weirdness continues as Nick’s (David Giuntoli) investigation into the
Poetic License
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers The image of Edgar Allan Poe passed down to us is that of a
Officials tout training for oil-and-gas careers
By Burton Speakman bspeakman@vindy.com youngstown As the oil-and-gas industry progresses in
Mahoning officials give grant for rib burn-off at park
By Peter H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County commissioners have made a
War against radical Islamists is not over
Opinion: “The war on terror is over,” or so claims an unnamed senior State Department official, as reported
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Mahoning County Educational Service governing board, special work session, 8:30
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Evil Dead, the Musical,” 8 p.m.: Mahoning Valley premiere of this
Federal prison sentences serve as warning to would-be crooks
Editorial: Just as law enforcement officials will tell you that drugs are at the heart of Youngstown’s crime
Accusations fly in 6th race
Opinion: U.S. Rep. Bill Johnson and Charlie Wilson, his Democratic challenger in the November general
Cincinnati selects CB and OG in first round
Associated Press CINCINNATI The Bengals took Dre Kirkpatrick from Alabama with the 17th overall
Career center Bash is smashing success
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com For about a month, the students in Melissa Hackett’s Interactive
‘Green Idol’ singers go for the gold
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Talented and earth-friendly youth throughout Mahoning County
Youth group benefits from trash-treasure sale
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield Presbyterian Church youth group confirmed that
Top teams prove their mettle in Week 2
Teams battled colder weather in Week 2 of the Youngstown Youth Flag Football Association, but still
‘Green Idol’ singers go for the gold
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Talented and earth-friendly youth throughout Mahoning County
Green Team marks Earth Day at Dobbins
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The Green Team’s Peg Flynn made a stop at Dobbins Elementary on
Stadium Drive rooting for test takers
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Music teachers Dean Wilson and Ali Pabrinkas entertained and
Holy Family teacher earns Golden Apple Award
By NICOLE PADEN neighbors@vindy.com Poland’s Maureen Kelty will receive the Golden Apple Award
North students celebrate Earth Day
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com North Elementary students celebrated Earth Day on April 20 with
‘New information’ delays trial of suspect in killing of 80-year-old at St. Dominic’s
Prosecutors and defense attorneys are not saying much about new evidence discovered in the case against a Youngstown man accused of killing an elderly woman leaving a South Side church two years ago.
Austintown Bounce hosts Hey Kid! concert May 5
Austintown Bounce and Hey Kid! will team up May 5 to treat Valley children to a full day of music,
Austintown briefs
Block watch hosts garage sale The Austintown Wickliffe Block Watch is accepting clean and usable
Baskin-Robbins offers 31-cent ice cream
Baskin-Robbins offers 31-cent ice cream Baskin-Robbins ice cream stores throughout the Valley will
BO sport briefs
Brownlee scholarship applications available Applications for the George Brownlee Scholarship will
Survey says polls need some explanation
In a recent poll, 100 percent of Neighbors staff members said they have never tasted a McDonald’s
Canfield Police Blotter
March 7 Drug abuse: A 17-year-old male juvenile was arrested for drug abuse of marijuana at
Austintown sport briefs
“Boom Boom” Mancini biography planned A biography on Youngstown’s Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini called
Pharmacy opens Canfield location on Village Green
Pharmacy opens Canfield location on Village Green Pharmacy Care, a full-service pharmacy, has
Hilltop students enjoy fun in the sun
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Taking full advantage of the early springtime weather,
Top teams prove their mettle in Week 2
Teams battled colder weather in Week 2 of the Youngstown Youth Flag Football Association, but still
Career center Trash Bash is smashing success
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com For about a month, the students in Melissa Hackett’s Interactive
‘Green Idol’ singers go for the gold at Boardman Park
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Talented and earth-friendly youth throughout Mahoning County
Canfield marching band visits Disney World
The Canfield Cardinal Pride Marching Band recently returned from a six-day trip to perform at Disney
COSI teaches Lloyd the wild side of science
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com COSI on Wheels visited Lloyd Elementary April 17 in search of the
Top teams prove their mettle in Week 2
Teams battled colder weather in Week 2 of the Youngstown Youth Flag Football Association, but still
Woodside students hit the red carpet
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The Woodside PTA rolled out the red carpet for its students
Church’s Easter event about more than eggs
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com During its fourth Easter Egg Hunt, the officials at Boardman
Library guests go fly a kite
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com To celebrate National Kite Month, local children were invited to
Boardman students among those competing in Italian contest
More than 200 high school and elementary students studying Italian participated in the 36th annual
Top teams prove their mettle in Week 2
Teams battled colder weather in Week 2 of the Youngstown Youth Flag Football Association, but still
Poland United Methodist egg hunt serves community
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Poland United Methodist Church’s annual egg hunt entertained and
Patriot hearing will continue next month
Patriot Water Treatment will fight a little longer for its survival after not being able to conclude its case this week in front of the Ohio Environmental Review Appeals Commission in Columbus.
Thursday, April 26 (111 stories)
Storytime for Dogs involves all family members
The first time Nancy Grapevine and Mary Anne Russo hosted “Storytime for Dogs,” they forgot their audience and used a tennis ball as a prop.
Vision Airlines offers Myrtle Beach, S.C., flights from Columbus
Vision Airlines offers Myrtle Beach, S.C., flights from Columbus
Youngstown man faces more sex charges involving minors
Youngstown man faces more sex charges involving minors
Hubbard man pleads guilty to federal charges in Pa.
Hubbard man pleads guilty to federal charges in Pa.
Youngstown police investigating two robberies at same gas station
Youngstown police investigating two robberies at same gas station
Huntington Bank opens branches in 8 Mahoning Valley Giant Eagle stores
Huntington Bank opens branches in 8 Mahoning Valley Giant Eagle stores
UW of Mercer Co. has Friday summit on early childhood investment
UW of Mercer Co. has summit on early childhood investment
Police still seeking shooters in Youngstown's latest homicide
Police still seeking shooters in Youngstown's latest homicide
Official: Secret Service probing another trip
Official: Secret Service probing another trip WASHINGTON (AP) — A Secret Service official says the
Cops probe handling of NY boy’s abuse calls
Cops probe handling of NY boy’s abuse calls BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — A 10-year-old boy in upstate New
Sammarone: City should consider selling Covelli Centre
YOUNGSTOWN — Mayor Charles Sammarone said the city should take a look at selling the Covelli Centre.
Mahoning commissioners chip in funds for 3-day rib burn-off in Mill Creek Park
Mahoning commissioners chip in funds for 3-day rib burn-off in Mill Creek Park
Deer makes bloody trail through Farrell, Pa., school
Deer makes bloody trail through Farrell, Pa., school FARRELL, Pa. (AP) — The Pennsylvania Game
Cancer survivors urged to eat better, exercise
Cancer survivors urged to eat better, exercise ATLANTA (AP) — The American Cancer Society is
Idaho man accused of using gun to force ‘moonwalk’s
Idaho man accused of using gun to force ‘moonwalk’s SANDPOINT, Idaho (AP) — An Idaho man has been
Stocks open mixed after unemployment claims rise
Stocks open mixed after unemployment claims rise NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks struggled for
LOUIE TODAY: Civil rights attorney Avery Friedman
Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner, will talk with Atty Avery Friedman on civil rights law. He has been recognized in Time, The New York Times and USA Today as a nationally distinguished civil rights lawyer and law professor.
Police: Progress made in latest murder investigation
Police: Progress made in latest murder investigation YOUNGSTOWN Police have not made any arrest
Accused NY madam’s family seeks donations for bail
Accused NY madam’s family seeks donations for bail NEW YORK (AP) — The family of a woman accused
APNewsBreak: Florida troopers erred before fatal crash
APNewsBreak: Florida troopers erred before fatal crash TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — A Florida Highway
Couple ordered to trial in son’s death
Couple ordered to trial in son’s death PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A judge ordered a Philadelphia couple
Police: Boy, 15, kept in van for sexual trysts
Police: Boy, 15, kept in van for sexual trysts HOME, Pa. (AP) — Police say a man and woman from
Beatitude House will host wine taste, auction
Beatitude House will host wine taste, auction BOARDMAN The public is invited to the 13th annual
Penn National ponies up $4.6M for Valley site
Penn National Gaming Inc. has paid more than $4.6 million for the Austintown Township property where it plans to build a thoroughbred racetrack.
Seniors express need for SCOPE
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN About 100 senior citizens filled the Trumbull County
Phantoms notes: More from the Covelli Centre
Special teams: The Phantoms skated off two penalties in the first period. Green Bay was not penalized. In the two games at the Covelli Centre, Green Bay went 0-for-8 with the man-advantage while the Phantoms were 1-for-6.
City gets court’s OK to demolish Idora home
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A city man has until Friday afternoon to
Poland defeats Howland after tribute to upperclassman
The most successful senior class in Poland High School softball history celebrated its Senior Night on Wednesday with a resounding, run-shortened 17-2 victory over All-American Conference visitor Howland.
Rayen stadium project closer to goal
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The Rayen Stadium Renovation Project is
OH WOW! children's center installs new exhibit
Tim Thomas wanted to find a place where his grandson, Daniel Zlenka, 4, could be creative and burn some energy.
Police continue looking for youths involved in Taft Elementary fight on YouTube
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police say they have not stopped looking
Steelers GM: We want players
Pittsburgh won’t draft for for need Associated Press Pittsburgh Pittsburgh Steelers general
Book by Chaney students unveiled
Chaney sixth-graders waited excitedly to see the published version of a book they helped create.
Brazen slaying occurs in North Side driveway
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Five people were sitting on the porch of a
St. Dom's breaks ground for $1.3M parish center
Among those attending Wednesday's ground-breaking ceremony for St. Dominic Church’s $1.3 million parish center were, from left, Mayor Chuck Sammarone, Monsignor Robert Siffrin, Bishop George V. Murry and the Rev. Greg Maturi, pastor of St. Dom's.
newsmakers
newsmakers Beyonc named most-beautiful woman NEW YORK People magazine has named Beyonc as
ADULT WEIGHT FACTS
ADULT WEIGHT FACTS There are 400,000 obesity related deaths annually in the United States.
Lords of the Highway take road trip to grave
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Talk about a following. These days, Lords of the Highway
WR Blackmon is possibility for Browns in first round tonight
By Mary Kay Cabot Cleveland Plain Dealer CLEVELAND One year after passing on receiver Julio
NEw this week
NEw this week The Five-Year Engagement (R) An engaged couple find themselves continually
Afghanistan’s past ignored
Opinion: By Abdol Wahed Faramarz The Institute for War & Peace Reporting KABUL In a highly
The Strange Familiar is coming into focus
Feeling like a vampire himself these days, The Strange Familiar drummer and Boardman native Nick Sainato was excited to watch his band’s song “Redemption” featured recently during an episode of the hit CW show “The Vampire Diaries.”
Bills come due for Illinois
Opinion: WASHINGTON After trying to tax Illinois to governmental solvency and economic dynamism, Pat Quinn,
Farmers National earnings increase
Staff report Canfield Farmers National Banc Corp. net income increased 49 percent in the first
Dawood expands
Dawood Engineering Inc. has expanded into the Ohio region with the opening of an office in Canton. The company’s work with natural-gas and shale development led to the opportunities in the state.
Season of sadness
Opinion: By Lindsay Pollard-Post People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals For most of us, the
New Castle Playhouse to stage ‘Grease’
Staff report new castle, pa. New Castle Playhouse, 202 E. Long Ave., will present “Grease” at
'Evil Dead'
One of the most- anticipated events of the local- theater season is “Evil Dead, the Musical,” which opens Friday at the Oakland Center for the Arts.
Don’t ban mixed martial arts
Opinion: The (Schenectady) Daily Gazette: Every year for the last three, the state Senate has passed a bill
Ralphie May, Bonamassa coming to Powers
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Veteran comedian Ralphie May will come to Powers Auditorium for a 7:30
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
NIGHTLIFE
American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630 Fri: Ice n’ Spice, 7 p.m.
US struggles to get off wrong track
Opinion: By Peter Goldmark Newsday In a Reuters/Ipsos poll released this month, 60 percent of Americans
Bullies in Congress must stop beating up on Safe Schools bill
Editorial: Bullying and cyberbullying in U.S. schools pack a mean punch on America’s youth. Consider these
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Princess and the Pea,” “Three by Three” and “Little Shop of Horrors,” Kent
Rocker's kids keep songs alive
When it comes to The Nelsons, there’s no other family like it in show business.
“The closer” (9 p.m., tnt): In the winter finale of “The Closer,” the
“The closer” (9 p.m., tnt): In the winter finale of “The Closer,” the federal lawsuit against Brenda
Struggling orchestra shortens season, takes show on the road
The most obvious thing about the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra’s 2012-13 season — which was released
Real-estate market sees positive signs in area
Staff report youngstown The real-estate market appears to be moving forward in Mahoning County
Ohio House approves bill on tourism advisory board
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio House has approved a bill that would establish a state
Vote on election overhaul repeal delayed
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio House has delayed a vote on a contentious measure Wednesday
Senate votes to slow post-office closings
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Senate offered a lifeline to the nearly bankrupt U.S. Postal
Gingrich to end his bid for presidency, help Romney
Los Angeles Times Newt Gingrich will suspend his campaign next week and plans to help presumptive
Surplus food
Surplus food Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, fresh produce and
HEALTH DIGEST || Photo project
Photo project Columbus To celebrate Older Americans Month in May, the Ohio Department of Aging
Trumbull official seeks balance
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Trumbull County Engineer Randy Smith says he’s trying to
Suicide prevention workshop planned
Suicide prevention workshop planned YOUNGSTOWN A workshop on the “Signs of Suicide,” focusing on
Oddly enough
Oddly enough Invite mix-up leads Swede to glam dinner STOCKHOLM Sweden’s environment minister
BCS officials still undecided on final plan but hope to make progress today
Associated Press HOLLYWOOD, Fla. When Bowl Championship Series officials leave the hotel in
Earplugs solved snoring problem
BY JOE GRAEDON, M.S., AND TERESA GRAEDON, Ph.D. Q. I snore a lot at night. My wife is always
Trumbull commissioners back court consolidation
Staff report WARREN After two public hearings, the Trumbull County commissioners have given
2001 fiscal emergency in Girard coming to end
Girard fell into fiscal emergency in 2001 By robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Girard
Acta unhappy after Indians bumble, stumble vs. Royals
By Paul Hoynes Cleveland Plain Dealer CLEVELAND The Royals ended their 12-game losing streak
Owner removes siding deemed in violation
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The owner of a downtown building finally took
Cops continue to probe murder
Staff report WARREN It’s been three weeks since a newspaper carrier found the body of Valerie L.
Mine owner sued for more than $1 million
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The administratrix of the estate of a drill operator killed in an
Caf 422 owner: 2nd caf to open in Boardman
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN The owner of Caf 422 confirmed Wednesday that
Dietitians help with weight-loss battle
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN There is no quick fix. Losing weight and
Renaissance banquet planned in Warren
Renaissance banquet planned in Warren WARREN The Effective Schools/ Renaissance Committee of
Bernanke: Fed could act again to stimulate economy
Content for now with the current course, Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke left open the possibility Wednesday that the Fed will take further action to stimulate the economy and reduce unemployment — but not at the cost of high inflation.
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Weathersfield Township trustees, special meeting, 8:30 a.m., township building, to
Cayenne pills calmed heartburn
BY JOE GRAEDON, M.S., AND TERESA GRAEDON, Ph.D. Q. I have had success with a remedy I read
Immigration Supreme Court hints OK on tough Ariz. law
Associated Press WASHINGTON Bucking the Obama administration, Supreme Court justices seemed to
Police search for man who robbed bank
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police were still looking for the man who robbed a West Side bank
Police investigate robbery of gift card
Police investigate robbery of gift card BOARDMAN Township police are investigating a robbery in
Mad cow isn’t high on the worry list of food-supply risks
Associated Press WASHINGTON If the mad cow found in California has you wondering about food
Understanding AUTOIMMUNE DISORDERS
Understanding AUTOIMMUNE DISORDERS COMMON AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES FOR WOMEN Lupus: The immune
Fireball remnants likely in California
Fireball remnants likely in California reno, nev. Tiny meteorites found in the Sierra foothills
City law director: Legal shake-up adds flexibility
A realignment of the city’s law department and prosecutor’s office will provide greater flexibility with attorneys able to handle both criminal and civil cases, Law Director Anthony Farris said.
Murder trial postponed until September
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The murder trial for two men charged has
Luncheon honors crime victims
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com BOARDMAN Victims of crime need and deserve support, says
Wednesday, April 25 (98 stories)
PHANTOMS / Green Bay wins 4-1, takes series
PHANTOMS / Green Bay wins 4-1, takes series The Green Bay Gamblers scored four times in the third
PHANTOMS / Green Bay leads 2-1
PHANTOMS / Green Bay leads 2-1 With 7:37 remaining, Green Bay took a 2-1 lead on Sam Herr’s goal
PHANTOMS LIVE / Green Bay ties game
PHANTOMS LIVE / Green Bay ties game With 11:26 remaining in regulation, Green Bay’s Nolan LaPorte
PHANTOMS LIVE / Youngstown has lead after two
PHANTOMS LIVE / Youngstown has lead after two With 3:42 remaining in the second period, Phantoms
PHANTOMS LIVE / Phantoms maintain lead
PHANTOMS LIVE / Phantoms maintain lead Despite being outshot 26-11 halfway through the game, the
PHANTOMS LIVE / Youngstown leads 1-0 after one
PHANTOMS LIVE / Youngstown leads 1-0 after one The Youngstown Phantoms took a 1-0 lead into the
PHANTOMS LIVE / Youngstown scores first
PHANTOMS LIVE / Youngstown scores first Ninety-five seconds into Game 4, Phantoms captain Mike
$1M wrongful-death lawsuit filed against East Fairfield Coal Co.
$1M wrongful-death lawsuit filed against East Fairfield Coal Co.
Youngstown cops probing North Side homicide this evening
Youngstown police are on the scene and investigating a homicide on the city’s North Side.
N.J. dad wires autistic son to catch abusive teachers
When developmentally disabled children have a hard time communicating, it can leave their parents struggling to know how they’re being treated at school.
Police arrest 4 more juveniles in big fight in Youngstown and put on YouTube
Police arrest 4 more juveniles in big fight in Youngstown and put on YouTube
Ohio dad accused of caging his daughter pleads guilty
Ohio dad accused of caging his daughter pleads guilty
State removes Girard from fiscal emergency
State removes Girard from fiscal emergency Girard The state auditor today approved the removal
Lisbon school board finance committee meets Thursday
Lisbon school board finance committee meets Thursday
Do you know this man? Police seek PNC bank robber
Police seek the identity of the man who robbed the PNC Bank on the city's West Side earlier today.
Murder trial for two postponed to September
Murder trial for two postponed to September YOUNGSTOWN The murder trial for two men charged in a
LaPolla leaves Trumbull County school board
LaPolla leaves Trumbull County school board WARREN Dr. James LaPolla has resigned as a member of
Evidence being submitted in Warren Township homicide
Evidence being submitted in Warren Township homicide WARREN It’s been three weeks since a
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve
There’s murder afoot at Myrddin Winery
There’s murder afoot at Myrddin Winery LAKE MILTON Myrddin Winery, 3020 Scenic Drive, invites
United BOE meets tonight
United school board will meet in special session at 6:30 p.m. today in the elementary library.
Warren cop kills dog attacking woman's pet
A Warren police officer shot and killed a pit bull dog that attacked a chained dog in its back yard at 708 Delaware Ave. SW at 9:10 a.m. Sunday.
Public records suit against Brookfield settled
A Hubbard woman’s public-records lawsuit against Brookfield Township has been resolved with an out-of-court settlement.
$1,000 reward offered for information in robbery of North Side store owner
A reward is offered to find the men who beat and robbed a North Side convenience store owner this week.
Green Bay takes 2-1 advantage in series
The rarest of hat tricks combined with a disputed goal have pushed the Youngstown Phantoms to the brink of elimination.
YEA chief to teachers: Expect layoffs
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The president of the city teachers’ union
Kokrak looking to put it together
The forecast for the New Orleans area is in the mid-80s this week, when the Zurich Classic is held at TPC Louisiana.
Newton Falls program to provide drug info to parents, youth
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com NEWTON FALLS Teri Boggs of Newton Falls says she wishes she had
Mooney connection continues at NU
He always wanted to play football for Cardinal Mooney. That dream came true for Courtney Love.
Seniors stay informed at seminar on scams
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Girard A telephone rings, and when the elderly
Warhol, Anderson advance to nationals
Staff report BOARDMAN Poland’s Anna Warhol and East Palestine’s Faith Anderson recently
Bluebells carpet Poland, Mill Creek parks
Every spring, a lush, blue layer of flowers carpets the forest floor at Poland Municipal Forest and at two locations in Mill Creek Park in Youngstown.
Trumbull to seek grants for demolition
By robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Warren Trumbull County Treasurer Sam Lamancusa will
Trumbull officials to OK driller's road-use pact
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The Trumbull County commissioners are expected today to
Young leaders discuss Mahoning Valley’s assets
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Jobs are needed in the Mahoning Valley to
Romney wins Pa., 4 other primaries
Mitt Romney laid claim to the fiercely contested Republican presidential nomination Tuesday night with a fistful of primary triumphs, then urged all who struggle in a shaky U.S. economy to “hold on a little longer, a better America begins tonight.”
Turtles a key to hurdles
Dr. Michael Butcher, left, assistant professor of biological studies at YSU, is helping Brett Aiello of Poland, a YSU graduate student studying biological sciences, work on a project on how the movements of turtles possibly can improve the future of human prosthetics.
Concert will feature music of alumnus
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The final concert of the year for Youngstown State University bands will
Foods to come
Foods to come Summer is around the corner, which means outdoor eating. What food will make your
The top 5 songs at the iTunes store:
The top 5 songs at the iTunes store: v “Somebody That I Used to Know” (feat. Kimbra): Gotye v
House to move ahead on repeal
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Republicans in the Ohio House plan to move ahead on a
Hamburger history
Hamburger history Bob’s Big Boy, in Burbank, Calif., was designated a state historical landmark in
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Dems reserve TV time for campaign
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN In an effort to regain control of the U.S.
Up next
Up next Ross and his wife will be heading out soon for his next food:30 review. They have heard
Another glimpse into Ohio’s lax oversight of charter schools
Editorial: The Liberty Board of Education’s experience with two “conversion schools,” essentially charter
‘Beautiful Bulldog’ contest winner gives good face
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Tyson, a beloved English bulldog, doesn’t bite ears like his
Beer can make an event incredible
As part of my work in the beverage world, I have attended hundreds of beer and wine tastes over the last decade. There is no doubt in my mind that Saturday’s Big Tap In at the Covelli Centre stands above the crowd as an incredible event for those who love craft and micro beer.
“Don’t Trust the B— in Apartment 23” (9:31 P.M., ABC): Now, we’ve got
“Don’t Trust the B— in Apartment 23” (9:31 P.M., ABC): Now, we’ve got two actors playing themselves
Actress Kerry Washington is center of new drama SCANDAL-OUS ROLE
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK Nothing is simple in the nation’s capital.
Births
Births ST. Joseph Health Center Christyne Crookston and Scott Wilson, Atwater, girl, April 23.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 22.14 .35 Avalon
3 more Secret Service agents ousted in scandal
3 more Secret Service agents ousted in scandal WASHINGTON Three more Secret Service employees
Colson’s rebirth was real thing
Opinion: After Richard Nixon lost the 1960 presidential election to John F. Kennedy and the California
Are regulations job killers?
Opinion: WASHINGTON It is a seemingly immutable law of modern Republican rhetoric that the word
Diocese OKs offer for St. Pius X
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com warren Summit Academy, a charter school, is in the
Spring into some inspired flavor
Family Features Do your spring recipes need a little inspiration? To liven up seasonal gatherings,
More jobs, smaller labor force lead to drop in jobless rate
By Burton Speakman bspeakman@vindy.com youngstown A sizable drop in the unemployment rate in
Chicken dishes? Change ’em up
Family Features Chicken is one of America’s favorite foods, so much so that every American ate
100 GM temps to become full time
By Burton Speakman bspeakman@vindy.com lordstown General Motors has come to an agreement with
YSO unveils 2012-13 season
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra’s 2012-13 season will include six
‘Baby boards’ prep is big business
Opinion: By Barbara Shelly McClatchy Newspapers The big news out of New York City is that the admissions
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Ted Nugent pleads guilty in hunting case ANCHORAGE, Alaska Rocker and gun-rights
OPEC still strong
Opinion: By Rafael Corredoira Baltimore Sun The argument for increasing oil production in the United
North Korea’s people suffer
Opinion: North Korea’s people suffer Los Angeles Times: North Korea is threatening “retaliatory measures”
2 SBA programs aim to promote area growth
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The return of one business program and the
Americans remain confident in economy
Americans remain confident in economy NEW YORK Americans’ confidence in the economy held steady
2 permits issued for Trumbull, Columbiana county wells
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Two new well permits have been issued by the Ohio Department of Natural
Hudson leaves court to avoid grisly photos
Associated Press CHICAGO Jennifer Hudson shut her eyes tight Tuesday, holding still on a
Connect the health-care dots
Opinion: Connect the health-care dots The special Sunday articles on the shale boom/doom offered insight by
U.S. Justice Department refuses to reopen Kent State case
KENT STATE SHOOTINGS Associated Press CLEVELAND The U.S. Justice Department, citing
OSU’s Meyer adds to impressive class
By Tim May The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS In just the month of April, coach Urban Meyer and
Former deputy files $25K suit against man
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A former deputy sheriff has civilly sued the man accused of trying to
Slow start, fast finish for Girard baseball
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com NILES Turnabout was fair play Tuesday in the matchup between
Indians top slumping Royals
Associated Press CLEVELAND Derek Lowe allowed one run over six innings and the Cleveland Indians
Y-Neptunes fare well at Zones
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Alex Downie placed second in the senior men’s 50-yard backstroke with a
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joshua D. McNeely, 29, of Vermilion, Ohio, and Deanna
Bavaria to support student edition of Hitler book
Associated Press BERLIN The German state of Bavaria said Tuesday that it is preparing for the
Ex-aide: Edwards doubted he’d fathered mistress’s baby
Associated Press GREENSBORO, N.C. John Edwards’ first reaction when he learned his mistress may
Special election is set
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com NEWTON FALLS Village residents will be asked at the Aug. 7
Animal bill gets more exemptions
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A state Senate committee added more exemptions to
Surplus food/ free lunch
Surplus food/ free lunch E.B. Family Life Center, 7 S. Garland Ave., Youngstown, lunch and food
Mad-cow case found in Calif.
Associated Press WASHINGTON The first new case of mad- cow disease in the U.S. since 2006 has
McGehee’s 2-out single helps Pirates rally in 8th
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Frustrated by six innings of 78 mph fastballs, Andrew McCutchen and
METRO DIGEST || Woman killed in crash
Woman killed in crash NORTH JACKSON Danielle A. Dota, 36, of Mineral Ridge, was killed in a two-
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday West Branch board of education, work session at 6 p.m. followed by regular
METRO DIGEST || Arson ruled in fire at former dealership
YOUNGSTOWN Fire officials have ruled arson as the cause
Tuesday, April 24 (90 stories)
Boil alert for Vienna
A boil alert has been issued in Vienna Township after crews working on a sewer project at the intersection of Smith-Stewart Road and state Route 193 hit gas and water lines this afternoon.
Mineral Ridge woman killed in crash today
Danielle A. Dota, 36, of Mineral Ridge, was killed in a two-vehicle crash Tuesday at the intersection of Bailey and Gladstone roads in Jackson Township.
Romney wins 5 more primaries, launches campaign against Obama
Mitt Romney laid claim to the fiercely contested Republican presidential nomination Tuesday night with a fistful of primary triumphs, then urged all who struggle in a shaky U.S. economy to "hold on a little longer, a better America begins tonight."
Phantoms fall, 6-3
Phantoms fall, 6-3 YOUNGSTOWN Green Bay’s Alex Broadhurst scored the rarest of hat tricks —
PHANTOMS LIVE / Belonger scores
PHANTOMS LIVE / Belonger scores The third period had two bright spots for the Phantoms. Green
PHANTOMS LIVE / Gamblers lead 5-1 after two
PHANTOMS LIVE / Gamblers lead 5-1 after two Seventy seconds before the end of the second period,
PHANTOMS LIVE /Gamblers lead grows to 4-1
PHANTOMS LIVE /Gamblers lead grows to 4-1 Five minutes into the third period, the Gamblers went
PHANTOMS LIVE / Gamblers ahead 2-1 after one
PHANTOMS LIVE / Gamblers ahead 2-1 after one Late in the first period, the Phantoms’ Todd
PHANTOMS LIVE / Phantoms trail 1-0
PHANTOMS LIVE / Phantoms trail 1-0 Halfway through the first period, the fourth-seeded Youngstown
Ohio GOP House members plan to repeal election-law changes
Ohio GOP House members plan to repeal election-law changes
ODNR issues two new permits for fracking wells in Trumbull, Columbiana counties
ODNR issues two new permits for fracking wells
St. Pius church in Warren being bought by Summit Academy
St. Pius church in Warren being bought by Summit Academy warren Summit Academy, a charter
Cincy police chief wants more youth programs to cut crime
Cincy police chief wants more youth programs to cut crime
GM and UAW agree to 100 full-time Lordstown workers
GM and UAW agree to 100 full-time Lordstown workers lordstown General Motors has come to an
Mixed news for Valley unemployment rate
Mixed news for Valley unemployment rate youngstown A sizable drop in the unemployment rate
Youths start fire near Warren house
Youths start fire near Warren house WARREN Police apprehended three juvenile males after
Warren police officer shoots pit bull dog
Warren police officer shoots pit bull dog WARREN A Warren police officer shot and killed a pit
American Girl show tickets still available
American Girl show tickets still available YOUNGSTOWN A limited number of tickets still are
Northern Strut team members twirl up some superior scores
WESTERVILLE, OHIO Northern Strut Twirling Team members from around the Valley earned high marks at
REUNIONS
Cardinal Mooney High School Class of 1962 will begin its celebration of its 50th reunion with a
Lowellville’s Matisi looks ahead to 2012-13
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN When you’ve had the best four-year run in the history
Penguins began postseason thinking of winning the Cup
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The Pittsburgh Penguins never stopped believing they could beat the
Phantoms fever spreads
Youngstown returns home for two games against top-seeded Green Bay By TOM WILLIAMS
Speights, Gasol lead Grizzlies over Cavs
By Tom Reed Cleveland Plain Dealer Memphis, Tenn. Lots of Cavaliers fans wanted to see Kyrie
Clemens judge grows impatient
Associated Press WASHINGTON The complexity of the Roger Clemens perjury retrial showed itself in
Trumbull County Official: I’ll try to help SCOPE centers
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN While there is no guarantee it will be successful,
Board OKs fees for pay to participate
The fees will begin in the 2012-13 school year By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Poland
Campbell police arrest 3 in burglary case
Staff report Campbell Police arrested three people involved in an early Monday burglary, one of
Street sweeper hurt in accident
Staff report SOUTHINGTON A street sweeper working on U.S. Route 422 suffered a minor injury
Judge issues sentences in Trumbull County
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Joseph A. Queen, 24, of Warren and Bristolville, has been
Panel OKs funds for fracking inspectors
A lawmaker panel approved $2 million in additional spending Monday for a state agency to hire more inspectors to handle Ohio’s increasing fracking activities.
Northeast hit with snow, rain
Associated Press BUFFALO, N.Y. A nor’easter packing soaking rain and springtime snow churned up
Surviving exotic animals remain under quarantine until Friday
By ANN SANNER Associated Press REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio The five surviving animals from an exotic-
Multiple weekend robberies keep city police busy
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating multiple
newsmakers
newsmakers Lohan plays Liz in Lifetime film NEW YORK Lindsay Lohan will portray Elizabeth
CMT MUSIC AWARDS Nominees revealed
Live music on the television this week includes: v “Late Show with David Letterman” (CBS): The War
Obama wrong on defense
Opinion: By James Jay Carafano Heritage Foundation The U.S. Armed Forces are in quite a battle these
Cycle of charity
Poland man honors late wife, Hospice of the Valley By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND
“I believe an entire economy was saved from sliding into a deeper recession or even a
“I believe an entire economy was saved from sliding into a deeper recession or even a depression.”
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing People’s Chapel Church of God, 2145 Hillman St., Youngstown. Food, 11 a.m.
Zimmerman back in hiding
Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. George Zimmerman, who slipped out of jail on $150,000 bail in the
Howland trustees to honor former trustee
Howland trustees to honor former trustee HOWLAND Howland Township trustees will honor former
On the move
Associated Press ASTON, Pa. Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney on Monday embraced a
Study shows disparity in costs
Associated Press CHICAGO What do hospitals charge to remove an appendix? The startling answer is
Romney backers tied to mysterious $400K donation
Associated Press WASHINGTON A mysterious firm that gave $400,000 to help elect Republican
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, April 24, the 115th day of 2012. There are 251 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Warren official appeals decision on suspension
Staff report WARREN Chris Taneyhill, Warren building official, has appealed the decision of
Vigil for victims
Vigil for victims WARREN The Trumbull County chapter of Parents of Murdered Children will have
Manigault killer to serve at least 21 years
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The mother of Jack Manigault said she
courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jason M. Pridon, 29, of 98 Neff Drive, Canfield, and
No nor’easter for Mahoning Valley
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Kids hoping for a day off from school
Cusack defends Poe portrayal
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service ORLANDO, Fla. John Cusack has heard the sniping.
Stephanopoulos’ ‘Good Morning’
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK George Stephanopoulos doesn’t really get days
Dems to tout auto bailout
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com WARREN In an effort to drum up support for President
By CHRIS TALBOTT
By CHRIS TALBOTT AP Entertainment Writer NASHVILLE, Tenn. With Carrie Underwood, Miranda
Red Cross program has grad ceremony
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN When she realized she had the confidence and know-ledge to save her
birthdays
birthdays Actress Shirley MacLaine is 78. Actress-singer-director Barbra Streisand is 70. Country
Prosecutors open with Hudson at trial
Prosecutors open with Hudson at trial CHICAGO The trial of the man accused of killing Jennifer
Military brass backs Obama
Opinion: President Obama has called a halt to the decade-long rise in defense spending that began after Sept.
KO FINALS ARE SET
Zamar Leonard earns first knockout of tourney By greg gulas sports@vindy.com Campbell Warren
Fiscal officers, treasurers targeted in proposed bill
Editorial: Although the Liberty School Dis- trict and the city of Campbell are not mentioned by name, Ohio
Iran talks offer some hope
Opinion: The nuclear talks between Iran and the West in Istanbul have quieted the war drums — for now. That
Monday’s NHL playoff games
Rangers 3, Senators 2 OTTAWA Brad Richards scored the go-ahead goal and Derek Stepan had a goal
One laptop per child plan works
Opinion: Four years after Latin America made headlines by becoming a world leader in giving out free laptops
New collision center
New collision center austintown Greenwood Chevrolet has opened Greenwood Collision Repair Center
Fat cat weighs in at nearly 40 pounds
Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. Meow can’t help but waddle. He’s one super-sized cat. The 2
Poor economy worsens Social Security
Associated Press WASHINGTON High energy prices and an economy that has been slow to rebound are
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown Academy of Excellence school board, 3:30 p.m., 1408 Rigby St.,
Man killed in Niles was homeowner’s family member
Staff report NILES Daryl Boggs, the 49-year-old Niles man killed by police April 16 during an
City, SBA to announce two business programs
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The city and the U.S. Small Business Administration were to reintroduce
Planned Parenthood misconceptions
Opinion: Planned Parenthood misconceptions As a current student at Kent State and a strong supporter of
Strong case for bipartisanship
Opinion: The Florida Times-Union: One of the reasons Congress is at such a low popularity with the American
Apple’s success takes toll on other companies
Associated Press NEW YORK Apple is set to report another record quarterly profit today,
Treasurer: Boardman’s per-pupil spending includes a lot
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com BOARDMAN The Boardman School District spent $8,660.90
Warren No order granted over massage parlors
Staff report WARREN A judge has refused to grant a preliminary injunction requested by nine
Browns have an eye on offense
Cleveland needs playmakers Associated Press CLEVELAND Browns general manager Tom Heckert
Lakers’ Metta World Peace faces discipline for elbow
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The Lakers jersey says World Peace on the back. The player wearing
Monday, April 23 (72 stories)
Boardman school board gets breakdown of pupil expense, revenues
Boardman school board gets breakdown of pupil expense, revenues
Three nabbed after Campbell burglary and beating
Three nabbed after Campbell burglary and beating Campbell Police arrested three people involved
Social Security heading for insolvency even faster
Social Security heading for insolvency even faster
Major snow will be a no-show
Major snow will be a no-show YOUNGSTOWN The major snowstorm, predicted by weather forecasters,
Ohio panel approves funding to hire more fracking inspectors
Ohio panel approves funding to hire more fracking inspectors
Ring taken from Komara, then recovered with 2 suspects
A man and woman are on their way to the Mahoning County jail, accused of taking a $15,000 ring from Komara Jeweler.
Emerging Leaders Initiative reintroduced in Youngstown
Emerging Leaders Initiative comes to Youngstown YOUNGSTOWN The city and the U.S. Small
Strickland, UAW say auto bailout saved the economy
Strickland, UAW say auto bailout saved the economy WARREN Former Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland and
Cardenas gets 21 years to life in prison for Manigault murder
Cardenas gets 21 years for Manigault murder
WORTH A LOOK
BOOK SALES Westminster Presbyterian Church, 119 Stadium Drive, Boardman, will have its 56th annual
Funfest planned at therapy center
Funfest planned at therapy center Boardman In honor of Autism Awareness Month and Occupational
YSU sends alert campuswide over attempted robbery
YSU sends alert campuswide over attempted robbery Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Suspects emerged
Valley moves into Top 5 in the US in hunger-aid drive
Valley moves into Top 5 in the US in hunger-aid drive Staff report YOUNGSTOWN After a flurry
Phantoms even playoff series at 1-1 with Sunday win over Green Bay
Phantoms even playoff series at 1-1 with Sunday win over Green Bay By Greg Bates
Heart doctors, patients reunite to show mutual appreciation
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com BOARDMAN The annual Renewal Hearts Reunion provides an
Farmers reap rewards from organic produce
By AMANDA C. DAVIS news@vindy.com BOARDMAN Frank and Jenna Greiner live off their land as much
Hamlin in control when sun shines
By Reid Spencer NASCAR Wire Service KANSAS CITY, Kan. It was Denny Hamlin’s day in the sun.
Ben Curtis returns to winner’s circle
Associated Press SAN ANTONIO Six years later, Ben Curtis is a PGA Tour champion again. His
Cavaliers play well but can’t overcome Spurs
By Tom Reed Cleveland Plain Dealer SAN ANTONIO In the Bizarro world that is late April out-of-
YSU falls to Milwaukee on road
Staff report Milwaukee Milwaukee scored all five of its runs in the first four innings and got
Electric utilities mobilize for snowstorm forecast today
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Electric utilities are mobilizing a major
Organization helps give people second chances
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Tinisha Murray believes in second
STEM projects are showcased at YSU
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Leonardo Da Vinci may have had a penchant for writing
YSU will honor couple for support
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Reid and Judy Schmutz, lifelong Youngstown residents and supporters of
Earth Day celebrated naturally
Two walking tours Sunday showcased the natural beauty of Mill Creek Park to mark Earth Day.
Turnabout is fair play
By RYAN BUCK sports@vindy.com CANFIELD Sunday afternoon’s doubleheader with Horizon League
NHL stanley cup playoffs
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Knicks 113, Hawks 112 ATLANTA Carmelo Anthony scored 39 points as New York outlasted Atlanta.
Group: Wal-Mart must be probed
Group: Wal-Mart must be probed mexico city Mexico’s federal government should investigate
As swing-state unemployment drops, Obama’s chances rise
Associated Press WASHINGTON The improving economy is swinging the pendulum in President Barack
College graduates face grim outlook
Associated Press WASHINGTON The college class of 2012 is in for a rude welcome to the world of
Money and judicial politics
Opinion: Money and judicial politics Charleston, W.Va., Daily Mail: West Virginia voters will fill two
New Great Lakes bill should get full hearings in Columbus
Editorial: Gov. John Kasich did the right thing last summer when he vetoed a hasty and ill-conceived bill that
Afghan forces not prepared for task
Opinion: By Noorrahman Rahmani Institute for War & Peace Reporting (MCT) KABUL, Afghanistan Although
Looking at cuts Romney targets
Associated Press WASHINGTON Reducing government deficits Mitt Romney’s way would mean less money
BIRTHS
BIRTHS ST. ELIZABETH HEALTH CENTER Julie Lopez and Cory Strozier of Youngstown, girl, April 21.
What is cruel and unusual?
Opinion: WASHINGTON In the summer of 1787, just 94 years after the Salem witch trials, as paragons of the
Hilary Rosen not all wrong
Opinion: By Dick Polman Philadelphia Inquirer Hilary Rosen, the Democratic strategist who has been
CORRECTION
CORRECTION A caption to a photograph on Page A1 of Sunday’s edition from the Big Tap In at the
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At far left, Ellen Speicher, Mill Creek Park’s assistant horticulture director, pauses to talk
At far left, Ellen Speicher, Mill Creek Park’s assistant horticulture director, pauses to talk to
Construction delay carries own costs
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio Department of Transportation says delaying major highway
Black-on-black crime rising in Cincy
Associated Press CINCINNATI Homicides in Cincinnati increasingly involve a black victim and a
Years Ago
Today is Monday, April 23, the 114th day of 2012. There are 252 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
predicted snow totals Predicted snow totals for today in cities in Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania:
Youngstown: 7 to 11 inches. Warren: 7 to 13 inches. Ravenna: 4 to 8 inches. Canton: 2 to 5
OSU QB Miller, WR Thomas forming a strong connection
By Tim May Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS Ohio State quarterback Braxton Miller took a liking to
Syria hotspot enjoys lull with monitors
Syria hotspot enjoys lull with monitors beirut The deployment of U.N. truce monitors brought a
Kids’ swim lessons available at center
Kids’ swim lessons available at center Youngstown The Youngstown Jewish Community Center, 505
O’Connor, Phantoms smother Gamblers
By Greg Bates sports@vindy.com ASHWAUBENON, Wis. In a must-win game for the Youngstown
Pledge drive to begin Tuesday at WYSU
Pledge drive to begin Tuesday at WYSU YOUNGSTOWN WYSU 88.5 FM at Youngstown State University
INNOCENCE LOST
Associated Press NEW YORK A generation of sheltered American children grew up in the shadow of
Hollande, Sarkozy head to French vote runoff
Associated Press PARIS Francois Hollande, a mild-mannered French Socialist who wants to take
Foam planes are light as air
Foam planes are light as air By ROBERT K. YOSAY yosay@vindy.com BROOKFIELD It wasn’t that
Nadal beats Djokovic in Monte Carlo final
Associated Press MONACO Rafael Nadal finally managed to beat Novak Djokovic in a final,
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Canfield school board, special meeting, 6 p.m., board meeting room, 100 Wadsworth
Masterson struggles, Indians lose series finale in Oakland
Associated Press OAKLAND, Calif. Justin Masterson was unbeatable last April. This year, the
dustin livesay | the vindicator
dustin livesay | the vindicator Elvin Vargas of Youngstown casts out some line from a fishing
US, Afghanistan reach deal on strategic pact
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan The U.S. and Afghanistan reached a deal Sunday on a long-
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Think Like a Man’ muscles in at No. 1 LOS ANGELES The date-night movies “Think
Penguins knocked out of playoffs
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Claude Giroux had his coach call him the best player in the
Pirates can’t help Bedard in loss to Cards
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Erik Bedard keeps going out and giving the Pittsburgh Pirates a
Eva Johnson, 7, of Canfield, examines detail of a red buckeye tree through a magnifying glass during
Eva Johnson, 7, of Canfield, examines detail of a red buckeye tree through a magnifying glass during
High fees will drive students away
Opinion: High fees will drive students away I see YSU needs more money, so once again, we the students are
Despite quakes, businesses want to drill more wells
The earthquakes that shook Youngstown and drew national attention to “fracking” waste-disposal wells haven’t stopped businesses from wanting to drill more of them in Ohio.
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UPDATE: Ohio Edison crews mobilize in advance of expected snowstorm
UPDATE: Ohio Edison crews mobilize in advance of expected snowstorm AKRON As a large spring
STEM students at YSU showcase projects, including a Da Vinci
STEM students at YSU showcase projects, including a Da Vinci By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com
Reid and Judy Schmutz to receive YSU’s 2012 Friends of University Award
Reid and Judy Schmutz to receive YSU’s 2012 Friends of University Award Staff report YOUNGSTOWN
Mill Creek Park hikers brave cool conditions to mark Earth Day 2012
Mill Creek Park hikers brave cool conditions to mark Earth Day 2012 By PETER H. MILLIKEN
UPDATE: Expect power outages from winter storm to hit Valley on Monday
UPDATE: Expect power outages from winter storm to hit Valley on Monday CLEVELAND A
Earthquake fears fail to slow applications for injection wells in Ohio
Earthquake fears fail to slow applications for injection wells in Ohio Associated Press
Black-on-black crime, violence increase substantially
Black-on-black crime, violence increase substantially Associated Press CINCINNATI A
Why do Youngstown, Mahoning Valley rank prominently on so many national lists?
Why do Youngstown, Mahoning Valley rank prominently on so many national lists? By Karl Henkel
Police use smoke bombs, pepper spray to disperse crowd of 3,000 at Kent State
Police use smoke bombs, pepper spray to disperse crowd of 3,000 at Kent State Associated Press
Loopholes hamper enforcement of Ohio sex-offender law
Loopholes hamper enforcement of Ohio sex-offender law Associated Press DAYTON A newspaper
Winter storm watch for Valley issued; 6 to 12 inches of snow possible
Winter storm watch for Valley issued; 6 to 12 inches of snow possible The National Weather Service
SENIOR CITIZENS
Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet at noon Tuesday at St. Mark Church Fellowship Hall on Logan
MASONIC GROUPS
TUESDAY Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Youngstown Masonic
GARDEN CLUBS
THURSDAY Hubbard Junior Garden Club will meet at 6 p.m. at the home of Marian Simmons Bennington,
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Angels of Easter Seals schedule perennial event to cultivate caring
BOARDMAN “A Country Garden” is the theme that will symbolize the 35th Annual Spring Luncheon &
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, Walking Club at
SOCIETY DIGEST || Library branch will host tree ID program
Library branch will host tree ID program LIBERTY The Liberty Branch Library of the Warren-
HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY
HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY Pecora Greer Date of birth: April 24, 1922. Place of birth: Danville, Va.
James, Ethel Marcum and family mark 40th wedding anniversary
HUBBARD James and Ethel Marcum of Hubbard will celebrate the 40th anniversary of their marriage
Kowals celebrate 50th anniversary with their family
AUSTINTOWN Richard and Patricia Kowal of Austintown marked the 50th anniversary of their marriage
Couple mark 50th with family party and trip to Fla.
YOUNGSTOWN William and Karen Weems of Youngstown observed their 50th wedding anniversary April 14
Family, friends celebrate 50th with Ulriches
MCDONALD Albert and Josephine Ulrich of McDonald celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with
Rivello-Monico wedding vows to be said July 28
Ron and Sue Rivello of Struthers are announcing the engagement and upcoming wedding of their daughter, Jamie Lynn Rivello, also of Struthers, and Daniel Adam Monico of Boardman.
Melissa Cain and Robert Dripps to marry June 16
LAKE MILTON Melissa Cain and Robert Dripps, both of Lake Milton, are announcing their engagement
Breetz-Colarich wedding to be at St. Rose Church
SOLON, OHIO Bob and Peggy Breetz of Solon, Ohio, are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Couple planning June wedding at Lake Erie winery
Denise Green of Boardman and John Green of Canfield are announcing the engagement and forthcoming
Free pond care seminar Tuesday in Warren
A free seminar about pond-treatment products and plans will be Tuesday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Tractor Supply Co. store, 3800 Elm Road NE, Warren.
Valley man’s life reflects Ohio’s care of mentally ill
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Youngstown Before the Mahoning Valley knew William
Gamblers clobber Phantoms for edge
Green Bay scores 4 in the first By WESTON HODKIEWICZ Green Bay Press-Gazette ASHWAUBENON ,
Is the rise in quakes natural or man-made?
Although an earthquake study by the U.S. Geological Survey does not include Ohio, the results could have an impact on the oil and gas industry moving forward.
YSU sponsors community-building event for youth
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Building leadership and community spirit among
K.O. Drugs tourney set for third round
Staff report CAMPBELL The 25th annual K.O. Drugs high school boxing tournament will resume
Canfield institutes new school ranking system
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield A new ranking system at Canfield High School will
Home runs power YSU to blowout of Wright State
By BRANDON JUDEH sports@vindy.com Canfield The Youngstown State University Softball team’s
Overcoming odds, Jabre Weatherly sets sights on trip
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Jabre Weatherly is no stranger to
Walkers raise funds for MS in Niles
BY JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES The sign on Michelle Schuller’s back said it all: “I’m
Harless pitches well but YSU falls
Staff report milwaukee The Youngstown State baseball team got a strong start from Russ Harless
Ursuline motherhouse plans open house
Staff report CANFIELD The Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown will host an open house from 1 to 3
Food drive planned by letter carriers
Staff report youngstown Youngstown District Council of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, through
Big Tap In at Covelli raises toast to craft beers
Bottlers Jeff Riggs, left, and Dave Hoopes pour Hoppin’ Frog’s signature Silk Porter beer onto Italian roast coffee beans to distribute Saturday at the Big Tap In at the Covelli Centre.
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS columbiana county New complaints CACH LLC v. Lee Charlton, money. Dissolutions
A place you just don’t go
Opinion: Sports taught me a lot in life as a kid — lessons as important as in the classroom. Compete, lose,
MEYER MANIA
Scarlet defeats Gray in head coach Urban Meyer’s debut on the Buckeyes sideline at Ohio Stadium
Fashion sparks bite of Big Apple, and The Plaza makes it sweet
By SEAN BARRON Special to the Vindicator BOARDMAN If you ask Nancy W. Smith what words she
Growing threat to the economy
Chicago Tribune CHICAGO Move over, mortgages. Get out of the way, Greece. Another economic
METRO DIGEST || Prized deer shot, stolen
Prized deer shot, stolen NEW CASTLE A 22-year-old Ellwood City man is facing felony charges of
A lot hasn’t happened in a decade
Opinion: A lot hasn’t happened in a decade Remember those good old days way back in 2002? Oh. how things
Probe of ’79 case renewed
Associated Press NEW YORK The investigation into the disappearance of 6-year-old Etan Patz has
Burnett rolls as Pirates trip St. Louis
Associated Press pittsburgh A.J. Burnett pitched three-hit ball for seven innings in his
YMCA expresses concern with concussion bill
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio bill aimed at protecting athletes with concussions has drawn
Browns beware the bust factor in draft
Associated Press CLEVELAND The Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton is filled with the busts of
Biffle or Edwards? Roush drivers split on No. 1
Associated Press Kansas city, kan. Greg Biffle leads the Sprint Cup standings. He’s coming off a
Village is painting a new life
The Columbus Dispatch GLOUSTER, Ohio The transformation was swift. Regina Williams left home to
Penguins expect desperation
Associated Press VOORHEES, N.J. Pittsburgh’s Marc-Andre Fleury reverted to 40-win form and
birthdays
birthdays Actress Charlotte Rae (“The Facts of Life”) is 86. Actress Estelle Harris (“Seinfeld”)
newsmakers
newsmakers Ted Nugent pleads guilty in illegal kill ANCHORAGE, Alaska Rocker and wildlife
Charles Colson dies
Charles Colson dies WASHINGTON He was described as the “evil genius” of the Nixon administration
Parking wars loom at YSU
Opinion: In the annals of dumb decisions made on the hallowed grounds of Youngstown State University, the one
Meadows Plastering sweeps to title
Meadows Plastering won the Tri-County Classic League at Holiday after sweeping all three trimesters.
Windsor House event
Windsor House event New Middletown Windsor House Inc., owners and operators of 11 nursing
Honeywell, Inmarsat sign deal
Honeywell, Inmarsat sign deal Honeywell International Inc. has agreed to work with satellite
Many medical implants never tested for safety
A new investigation by Consumer Reports revealed that while millions of American consumers have
ROSEMOND || Absence of marriage is real problem
McClatchy Newspapers About 40 years ago, as divorce was becoming commonplace, America began
Butler to auction artwork
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Every five years or so, the Butler Institute of
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending April 14
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Calico Joe” by John Grisham (Doubleday) 2. “Guilty Wives” by James
Writing workshop set
Writing workshop set YOUNGSTOWN From 7 to 9 p.m. the fourth Thursday of every month, Jim Villani
Ask Mr. Know It All
By Gary Clothier Q. What is the origin of the phrase “dog days of summer”? T.E., Redondo Beach,
Sewage-geothermal idea draws on limitless fuel
The Philadelphia Inquirer PHILADELPHIA Among the many renewable energy sources — wind, solar,
ATTRACTIONS GALORE
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. Shadowbox with a silhouetted Muhammad Ali. Grab a bat and take
This stereo receiver is one of the best buys in audio
Q. I need a stereo receiver, and there are not many around these days. What do you recommend?
Louis-Dreyfus plays hapless ‘Veep’ on HBO
By Ellen Gray McClatchy Newspapers “What have I been missing here?” asks Vice President Selina
Baker’s Golden Dairy
Baker’s Golden Dairy Fast facts Products: Whole, 2 percent, chocolate milk and two flavors of
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Boardman Township trustees, special meeting, 4 p.m., meeting room, township
Indians end A’s winning streak
Associated Press oakland, calif. Jack Hannahan remains respectful when he talks about his
Kent State’s Curtis leads Houston Open
Associated Press san antonio Ben Curtis is still ahead at the Texas Open, leaving him just one
O’Brien ushers in PSU’s new era with Blue-White game
Associated Press state college, pa. Penn State’s new coach draped a whistle around his neck,
‘JUST AWESOME’
Chicago’s Humber Throws perfect game Associated Press seattle Phil Humber had Tommy John
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9
The key to enjoying greater riches is working harder and longer
Opinion: The so-called great divide between the “rich” and the “poor” ideally is seen as those whose
METRO DIGEST || Man, woman killed in motorcycle accident
Double fatality GREENVILLE, Pa. Authorities in western Pennsylvania said an early morning
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, April 22, the 113th day of 2012. There are 253 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
MILESTONES
MILESTONES SCOUTS Scott Charles Schilling, son of Scott and Marie Schilling, recently received
Take five: Earth to TV viewers, Earth to TV viewers. Today is Earth Day, which makes us think, of
Take five: Earth to TV viewers, Earth to TV viewers. Today is Earth Day, which makes us think, of
OSU’s Trebilcock qualifies for Olympic Trials
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com In early March, Ohio State sophomore Garrett Trebilcock swam from
Rising to the top
New Waterford dairy grows its business in order to be ... By Burton Speakman bspeakman@vindy.com
Earth Day: Article of faith
Opinion: By Robert H. NELSON McClatchy-Tribune On Earth Day fast approaching, Americans might want to
Phenology gardens
McClatchy Newspapers AKRON How strange has this spring been? Denise Ellsworth can tell you
For-profit? Surely the state kids
Editorial: For-profit? Surely the state kids If the punchline of this joke didn’t have the potential to cost
Obama faces political trouble if Hoerig case isn’t addressed
Editorial: With Ohio as a battleground in the November presidential election, the predominantly Democratic
Pop culture Q&A
Pop culture Q&A By Rich Heldenfels Q. I’d like to find DVDs of an old show I haven’t seen in
Saturday, April 21 (85 stories)
Expensive deer killed, injured, stolen in Lawrence County
A 22-year-old Ellwood City man is facing felony charges of criminal mischief, attempted theft, agricultural vandalism.
300 turn out for today's Walk MS at Eastwood
The sign on Michelle Schuller’s back said it all: “I’m walking for myself and my brother,” it read. Both of them have multiple sclerosis.
2 killed in motorcycle crash in Greenville
Authorities in western Pennsylvania say an early morning accident involving two motorcycles killed a man and a woman.
Local youth learn leadership and community-building skills at YSU event today
Building leadership and community spirit among today’s youth, preparing them to be tomorrow’s leaders, was the focus of the first Youth Explosion Saturday at Youngstown State University.
Wal-Mart probing NYTimes claims of bribery, cover-up at Mexican subsidairy
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. said Saturday that it is looking into a newspaper’s claims that employees at a subsidiary bribed Mexican officials over several years and that executives at its headquarters in the U.S. shut down any thorough investigation of the allegations.
Volunteers needed to place flags on veterans' graves
Volunteers are needed for the George Wydell Jones Memorial team to place flags on veterans’ graves in Oak Hill Cemetery for Memorial Day.
Today's 3rd annual Big Tap In at Covelli a sell-out
Jeff Riggs, Dave Hoopes and David Sorace didn’t pause during the Big Tap In today at the Covelli Centre.
Reformed Nixon 'evil genius' Chuck Colson dead at 80
He was described as the "evil genius" of the Nixon administration, and spent the better part of a year in prison for a Watergate-related conviction.
Brownlee Woods Neighborhood Assoc. to meet Thursday
The Brownlee Woods Neighborhood Association’s monthly meeting begins at 6 p.m. Thursday at Faith Community Church, 1919 E. Midlothian Blvd.
Crouse-Porea rites to take place in Cleveland
CORTLAND Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Crouse of Cortland are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Jessica Bayer, Joshua Crissman to marry in park
Jessica Bayer and Joshua Crissman, both of Brunswick, Ohio, are engaged and planning to be married,
Florida couple to exchange vows in August ceremony
Ashley Ambrosia and Scott Keene, both of Riverview, Fla., are engaged and planning to be married,
August wedding for Miss Evans, Mr. Van Jura
NEW MIDDLETOWN Don and Kaira Evans are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Emily Evans,
Miss Taybus will marry Mr. Lovell In August rite
POLAND Katie Taybus and Robert Lovell, both of Columbus, are engaged, their parents are
SOCIETY DIGEST || Foundation plans fundraiser for cancer
Foundation plans fundraiser for cancer WARREN The Kayla Irene Daniels Cure for Cancer Foundation
Safe citizens workshop Tuesday evening
The Youngstown Northside Weed and Seed program is offering a free Safe Citizens Workshop from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Arlington Heights Recreation Center, 801 Park Ave.
Panel discussion at YSU on use of social media for political protests
The Youngstown State University Black Faculty and Staff Association, Students for Social Justice, and the Northeast Ohio Automated Computing Machinery are sponsoring a panel discussion, “Using Social Media for Political Protests: Helpful or Harmful?”
Convicted Mahoning County deputy repleased from prison
Michael Budd, a former major in the Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office, has been released from federal prison and is now housed at the Community Corrections Association Inc. in Youngstown.
Hermitage man critical after tree falls on him
A man was severely injured by a falling tree, Hermitage police said.
YPD searching for suspects in robbery at Ohio and Benita avenues
Police are trying to determine who robbed a 19-year-old city man of $10 at gunpoint as he walked in the area of Ohio and Benita
Mooney Cards starting to find themselves as tournament nears
Young Cardinal Mooney baseball team starting to find itself as tournament nears By greg gulas
3 teens, 1 adult sought in Youngstown fight posted on YouTube
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN They recorded and uploaded street
Senate debates postal service’s best route forward
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The end of the moratorium on post-office closings
Seven represent area in Ohio basketball game on Sunday
Niorth south secondayr hedline afkjlfdskjlsfdkl By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com Imagine
Phantoms, Gamblers start tonight
Staff report The Youngstown Phantoms return to the ice tonight and Sunday for the first two games
200 Youngstown parents form bonds with educators at conference
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown About 200 city school parents learned how to
Campbell scores in North victory
Staff report COLUMBUS Devin Campbell of Boardman scored on an 88-yeard run early in the fourth
Mahoning Valley ranks high in drive to win $1M to beat hunger
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown-Warren area has jumped from
Judge orders drug treatment for ex-YSU coach
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A former Youngstown State University
SCOPE directors hire interim project manager
Staff report WARREN A management consultant will be reviewing SCOPE Inc.’s practices as Trumbull
Girard superintendent: Bullet at school likely was an accident
Staff report Girard Schools Superintendent David Cappuzzello said Friday that a small-caliber
Expert on aging delivers challenge to help elderly
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Respect, advocate for and empower older
Recycled style at MCCTC
Students at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center observed Earth Day Friday by modeling fashions they created with recycled materials, including video tape, trash bags and newspapers. The program was the school's fifth annual Trash Bash,
Pond-care seminar
Pond-care seminar warren A free seminar about pond-treatment products and plans will be Tuesday
A truly great baseball player
Opinion: In the summer of 1985, Don Welke, a baseball scout for the Toronto Blue Jays, drove to Flint, Mich.,
Militants in Afghanistan stepping up their attacks
Editorial: The 18-hour offensive last week- end by militants in Kabul and three other cities is a clear
Births
Births ValleyCare NorthSide Medical center Jeffrey and Rebecca Dutton, Poland, boy, April 10.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Shawn E.C. Zecher, 39, of 3936 Rush Blvd.,
birthdays
birthdays Actor Charles Grodin is 77. Singer Iggy Pop is 65. Actress Patti LuPone is 63. Actor
Landowners win ruling in dispute over seismic tests
By Burton Speakman bspeakman@vindy.com lisbon A Columbiana County judge ruled in favor of four
3 more resign in scandal
Associated Press WASHINGTON Three more Secret Service officers resigned Friday in the expanding
Hendrick team still in search of victory No. 200
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Kan. It’s turned into the joke that nobody can really laugh about,
Zimmerman apologizes; bail set
Associated Press SANFORD, Fla. A routine bail hearing for George Zimmerman took a surprising
Judge: Race played role in death-row case
Associated Press FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. A condemned killer’s trial was so tainted by the racially
More block watches taking root in many Liberty neighborhoods
On the north end of the township, Jim Haynie patrols in his scooter the half-vacant Vintage Village mobile park, where he has lived for 18 years.
Changing times: OSU, PSU spring games are today
By ROB OLLER The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS Most dress rehearsals are closed to the public,
1st female Columbus police chief takes public oath
Associated Press COLUMBUS The new police chief in Ohio’s largest city has taken the oath of
VICTORY LAPS
Survivor sisters join others in county’s first event of 2012 By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com
Curtis leads Texas Open
Associated Press SAN ANTONIO Ben Curtis can’t pick his schedule like the old days. The former
Ohio’s clemency process in spotlight
Opinion: COLUMBUS Ohio’s death penalty clemency process may be the focus of the next round of legal
Manny Harris has 19 points as Cleveland defeats Knicks
By Mary Schmitt Boyer The Cleveland Plain Dealer CLEVELAND Manny Harris was a tad surprised
news shows
news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Sen. Susan Collins,
Md. OKs bill to protect passwords
Md. OKs bill to protect passwords ANNAPOLIS, Md. Maryland is poised to become the first state
STAYIN’ ALIVE
Penguins stave off elimination again Associated Press Pittsburgh Marc-Andre Fleury restored
First Place boards terminate president, CEO Steven Lewis
Staff report WARREN Steven R. Lewis, president and chief executive officer of First Place
Ohio University increases tuition and room rates
Associated Press ATHENS, Ohio Ohio University students who live on campus will pay more next
METRO DIGEST || Tractor kills Pa. man
Tractor kills Pa. man ELLWOOD city, pa. A 73-year-old man was killed when a tractor overturned
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,
Minot takes important step
Opinion: Minot (N.D.) Daily News: No one is claiming the flood plan recently approved by the Minot City
newsmakers
newsmakers ‘American Bandstand’ studios reopen today PHILADELPHIA For seven years, it was a
Pirates punchless against Cardinals
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The Pittsburgh Pirates couldn’t have asked for a better start to
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 22.08 .23 Avalon
127 die in airliner crash in Pakistan
Associated Press ISLAMABAD Emergency workers with flashlights searched the smoldering wreckage
Predators beat Detroit, advance in NHL
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. David Legwand scored 13 seconds into the third period, and the
Ex-Panera manager settles bias claim
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A former manager at a Panera Bread restaurant in western
Trumbull County
Trumbull County April 27: Niles Relay, Mayor Infante Wellness Center, Waddell Park; 6 p.m. Friday
Obama campaign opens Warren office
Obama campaign opens Warren office WARREN President Barack Obama’s re-election campaign will
Struthers, Lowellville school districts plan to share curriculum
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com It’s a simple concept — neighbors borrow from one another
Legionaries of Christ ordain Mitchell brothers
Staff report The Revs. Jason Mitchell and Michael Mitchell of the Legionaries of Christ were
Students at Akiva learn lessons and charity
Staff report Youngstown Akiva Academy second-grade teacher Tina While used this year’s Second
Montessori School gets a grant
Staff report Boardman The Montessori School of the Mahoning Valley received a Neighborhood
KSU’s fashion school opens a retail store
Staff report kent The Kent State University Shannon Rodgers and Jerry Silverman School of
Deconstruction work salvages young lives
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Local people got a firsthand look this week at the benefits of
NEOMED New degree is offered in pharmacy administration
Staff report ravenna The Northeast Ohio Medical University College of Graduate Studies is
Packers’ coordinator to give address at Mount Union commencement
Staff report ALLIANCE E. Dominic Capers, a 1972 graduate of the University of Mount Union and
Cafaro Foundation donates $25,000 to KSU scholarship
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Cafaro Foundation is donating $25,000 to endow a new scholarship at
Bible study planned
Bible study planned austintown Community Bible Study, a 30-week interdenominational Bible study,
Rev. Milton starts duties at Mineral Ridge church
Staff report mineral ridge The Rev. Jamie Milton began his ministry with First Presbyterian
WYSU plans pledge drive
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Listener-supported WYSU 88.5 FM, Youngstown State University’s public
OFF THE SHELF
McClatchy Newspapers BALTIMORE Joseph McGraw had doubts when his friend told him about a first
MAHONING COUNTY INDICTMENTS
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments this week on
Friday, April 20 (138 stories)
Lawrence County man killed in farm tractor accident
A 73-year-old man was killed when a tractor overturned onto him, state police said.
Former Mahoning Co. jail supervisor now at CCA in Youngstown
Former Mahoning Co. jail supervisor now at CCA in Youngstown
Youngstown-Warren area moves into top 10 in effort to get $1M to fight hunger
Youngstown-Warren area moves into top 10 in effort to get $1M
First woman Columbus police chief takes oath of office
First woman Columbus police chief takes oath of office
Judge rules for landowners in seismic testing dispute
Judge rules for landowners in seismic testing dispute lisbon A Columbiana County judge ruled in
North Lima woman sent to CCA for in-house drug treatment
North Lima woman sent to CCA for in-house drug treatment
BREAKING NEWS: Arrest warrants issued for teens, adult in Youngstown fight
Arrest warrants issued for teens, adult in Youngstown fight
Girard school officials update info on small-caliber bullet
Girard school officials update info on small-caliber bullet
Ohio State troopers find more than 3,000 illegal prescription pills in Wood County
Ohio State troopers find more than 3,000 illegal prescription pills in Wood County
Ohio lawmakers consider preschool-ranking proposal
Ohio lawmakers consider preschool-ranking proposal
George Zimmeran's bail set at $150K in Trayvon Martin shooting
George Zimmerman's bail set at $150K in Trayvon Martin shooting
Ohio mayor charged with rape of minor, held on $1M bond
Ohio mayor charged with rape of minor, held on $1M bond
Small-caliber bullet found at Girard school cafeteria
Small-caliber bullet found at Girard school cafeteria
Ohio man pleads not guilty after KKK confrontation
Ohio man pleads not guilty after KKK confrontation
Program to examine historical church
Program to examine historical church LIBERTY The Ethnic Heritage Society will sponsor a
CLUB CALENDAR
ALLIANCES Ohio Cultural Alliance will have a dinner meeting at 6 p.m. May 7 at Holy Family Church
Bowling event to benefit American Cancer Society
The Youngstown Orthopaedic Associates Boardman Relay for Life team will sponsor a “Saturday Night Fever” bowling event from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday at Camelot Lanes, 728 Boardman-Canfield Road, to raise funds for the American Cancer Society.
Lordstownn industrial park gains $2M grant, 5 prospects
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com LORDSTOWN An Ohio Commerce Center representative says it is
Youngstown seeks cameras to monitor crime downtown, S. Side
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city plans to seek proposals in four to
Niles drops Poland in 8th
By Ryan Buck sports@vindy.com niles Runs were at a premium in Thursday night’s game between
Best await Phantoms
Top-seeded Green Bay will challenge Youngstown in best-of-five series By TOM WILLIAMS
Canfield co-op helps fill the coop
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield A room full of chirping chicks is no big thing for
Ceremony in Mahoning courthouse recalls Holocaust
Jewish community leaders remembered the Holocaust in a solemn ceremony in the Mahoning County Courthouse rotunda with a special emphasis this year on honoring the rescuers who risked their lives to save victims from Nazi atrocities.
Campbell, Clegg, Curry set for North in All-Star Classic
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com Two years ago, when Boardman standouts Chase Hammond and J.T.
Updated academic plan approved for Youngstown schools
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown State Superintendent Stan Heffner has approved
Youngstown charter review panel has proposals
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city charter-review committee will
Mahoning track-field championship set for Saturday
Staff report Boardman The Mahoning County Educational Service Center is sponsoring the 99th
Fracking protesters plead not guilty in Sebring court
All three people arrested Sunday during a protest at an oil and gas lease signing pleaded not guilty Thursday through their attorneys in Mahoning County Area Court here.
Mahoning commissioners accept report that frees deputy pay
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County commissioners unanimously
Neighbors call Volney Road home unsanitary eyesore
Thomas T. Kelly obtained a temporary restraining order Tuesday barring Youngstown from demolishing this house at 2278 Volney Road in the Idora Neighorhood. Kelly contends his house, , which he has owned since the late 1980s, is safe. His neighbors, though, say the house is an eyesore that has plagued the area for more than a decade and should be razed.
WORLD DIGEST || Secret Service meets with Nugent
hSecret Service meets with Nugent WASHINGTON After meeting with rocker Ted Nugent on Thursday,
CHIMPANZEE
CHIMPANZEE Grade: B Credits: Narrated by Tim Allen Length: 1:18 Rated G: brief but intense
courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Calvin S. McKinney, 34, of 126 Gluck St., Youngstown,
‘Chimpanzee’ Cute and surprisingly compelling
By Rafer Guzman McClatchy Newspapers Partway through the four-year production of the
Casino owners defend finances
Associated Press COLUMBUS Gaming regulators on Thursday questioned a company slated to open
Rallying cry of city students: Do your best on state test
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Students at Williamson Elementary School got
Covelli to open four restaurants
Covelli to open four restaurants warren Covelli Enterprises has announced it will open four
oddly enough
oddly enough Bulldozer stolen in Mass. turns up in western Pa. REHOBOTH, Mass. A 14-ton
Zimmerman likely to be released on bail
Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. After spending a week in a jail cell by himself, the
USHL Clark Cup PlaYoffs Eastern Conference semifinals
USHL Clark Cup PlaYoffs Eastern Conference semifinals PHANTOMS VS. GAMBLERS Game 1: Saturday
Every shoots course record at Valero
Associated Press san antonio Matt Every arrived at the Texas Open having sworn off instructors,
White House defends Secret Service chief
Associated Press WASHINGTON The White House expressed renewed confidence Thursday in the
Flyers will start Bryzgalov
Associated Press pittsburgh Sidney Crosby keeps waiting for the madness to stop. Keeps expecting
Smithsonian welcomes Discovery
Associated Press CHANTILLY, Va. NASA turned over space shuttle Discovery on Thursday to the
16 plead not guilty in Amish hair-cutting attacks in Ohio
Associated Press CLEVELAND Sixteen Amish men and women have pleaded not guilty in beard- and
Fish in Gulf near BP spill site show signs of illness 2 years later
Associated Press BARATARIA BAY, La. Open sores. Parasitic infections. Chewed-up-looking fins.
Daffodil event canceled for lack of blooms
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The daffodil show that had been scheduled
Scandals expose a disconnect between mission and reality
Editorial: When the watchdogs are the ones that need watching the most, something is seriously wrong. And
Afghan president condemns photos
Associated Press KABUL Afghan President Hamid Karzai on Thursday condemned newly revealed
3 new restaurants coming to Boardman
Staff report BOARDMAN Three new restaurants are coming to Boardman, and two of them are filling
Bill would address fiscal integrity
By robert Guttersohn rguttersohnn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Treasurers and fiscal officers from
Fourteen indicted in Pittsbugh drug ring
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Fourteen purported street-gang members or their associates were
Bad news
Associated Press WASHINGTON It isn’t Mitt Romney who’s giving Barack Obama fits as the president
Highly-rated Texas QB verbally commits to OSU
By Doug Lesmerises The Plain Dealer Columbus The quarterback in Urban Meyer’s first full
Sen. Portman doesn’t expect a call from Romney
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Sen. Rob Portman said he doesn’t “expect”
Riding with … Dave Blaney
Riding with … Dave Blaney Last week: The Trumbull county native finished 37th in the NASCAR Sprint
Browns’ Heckert offers few clues on draft
The GM is savoring the team’s secrecy Associated Press berea Wild rumors are flying around
Relay for Life plans bowling fundraiser
Relay for Life plans bowling fundraiser BOARDMAN The Youngstown Orthopaedic Associates Boardman
No-secret service
Opinion: In the 1962 Howard Lindsay-Russel Crouse-Irving Berlin Broadway musical, “Mr. President,” one of the
Dick Clark — chaperone of music-loving teens
By Robert Lloyd McClatchy Newspapers It seems inconceivable that Dick Clark — eternally
Rumors swirl of smaller iPad
Associated Press NEW YORK Apple generates more gossip than the Kardashians. There’s a
Talks with Iran carry huge risks
Opinion: The Obama administration faces two dangers in its nuclear negotiations with Iran, which began in a
Major league baseball boxscores
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Ohio fuel business is hit by fire
Associated Press SPRINGFIELD, Ohio Authorities say a blaze that created thick black smoke and
City police investigate robbery and assaults
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown police are investigating an
New publisher at Punxsutawney Spirit
Associated Press PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. The Punxsutawney Spirit has a new publisher. The newspaper
THE LUCKY ONE
THE LUCKY ONE Grade: C- Credits: A Warner Bros. release directed by Scott Hicks, written by
Committee discusses security
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The head of the Ohio Department of Public Safety
Vargas leads Mariners past Tribe
Associated Press seattle Jason Vargas threw seven innings and the top of the order provided pop
newsmakers
newsmakers Levon Helm of The Band dies at 71 ALBANY, N.Y. With songs such as “The Night They
States asked to test plan for unemployment
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration is looking for states that will experiment
CORRECTIONs
CORRECTIONs A $20,000 grant Youngstown is receiving from the Coca-Cola Co. will pay to resurface
Hughes’ fundraising a bust
Opinion: The numbers for Jimmy Hughes’ failed campaign to win the Democratic primary for Mahoning County
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Tim Cavanaugh, 9:30 p.m.: Laugh it up at Funny Farm Comedy Club
birthdays
birthdays Actor George Takei (“Star Trek”) is 75. Singer Johnny Tillotson is 73. Actor Ryan
‘The Lucky One’? It’s not Zac Efron
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers “The Lucky One” is the edgiest-ever film adaptation of the
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing New Beginnings Outreach Ministries, 2007 S. Schenley Ave., Youngstown,
World Bank needs change
Opinion: By M.G. QUIBRIA Baltimore Sun Few people on the street may be familiar with the World Bank. Yet,
“jennie garth — a little bit country” (9 p.m., cmt): “Jennie Garth: A
“jennie garth — a little bit country” (9 p.m., cmt): “Jennie Garth: A Little Bit Country” is a new
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Liberty and Girard: LIBERTY April 12
Fracking gives cause for concern
Opinion: Fracking gives cause for concern Over the past year, I have been hearing more and more about
Years Ago
Today is Friday, April 20, the 111th day of 2012. There are 255 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Obama anti-gun? Says who?
Opinion: Obama anti-gun? Says who? Los Angeles Times: During the 2008 presidential campaign, the National
Holy Family students excel in science fair
Holy Family eighth-graders Brennan Bizon and Anne Alcorn recently earned Best of Show at the
Boardman girls track team drops Fed meet
On April 10, the Boardman girls track team traveled to Massillon Jackson for its second Federal
Poland briefs
Spaghetti dinner fundraiser Sunday An all-you-can-eat spaghetti and meatball dinner will be held
Market Street chorus share rock roll spirit
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The fourth-grade Market Street Elementary Chorus took its show on
Poland SOV residents gives eggs some personality
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com On the morning of April 7, a collection of 80 hard-boiled eggs
Canfield musicians score high at OMEA event
Members of the Canfield Middle School seventh and eighth-grade bands earned high ratings while
Canfield briefs
Spaghetti dinner fundraiser Sunday An all-you-can-eat spaghetti and meatball dinner will be held
Fitch National Honor Society welcomes new class
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com National Honor Society bestows honor to high school students who
Children celebrate Easter the ‘DQ Way’
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com For the third year, Chrissy and Ray Smith, owners of the
Flag football league begins spring season
More than 550 youth from the Valley took advantage of warm spring weather as they began the
Dunkin’ Donuts donates to Akron Children’s
The Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation recently donated $2,500 to the Akron
Poland sets proposed fees for school sports, band
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com The Poland Board of Education will vote on pay-to-
Dunkin’ Donuts donates to Akron Children’s
The Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation recently donated $2,500 to the Akron
Flag football league begins spring season
More than 550 youth from the Valley took advantage of warm spring weather as they began the
Flag football league begins spring season
More than 550 youth from the Valley took advantage of warm spring weather as they began the
Jazz Fest features famous drummer
Boardman High School jazz ensembles I, II and III and special guest drummer Bernie Dresel performed
Angels garage sale draws big crowd
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The 18th Angels for Animals Gigantic Garage Sale, held over
Children celebrate Easter the ‘DQ Way’
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com For the third year, Chrissy and Ray Smith, owners of the
Dunkin’ Donuts donates to Akron Children’s
The Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation recently donated $2,500 to the Akron
Boardman baseball sweeps doubleheader
The Boardman baseball team improved to 5-2 overall after sweeping a doubleheader from Eastlake North
Boardman briefs
Spaghetti dinner fundraiser Sunday An all-you-can-eat spaghetti and meatball dinner will be held
Girl Scouts raise money with Purple Pails
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Members of Girl Scout Troop 506, who meet at Market Street
Lloyd travels from ‘Bach to Beatles’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com With only a saxophone in hand, Doug Pullen used music to travel
Boardman briefs
Boardman bounces back Boardman bounced back to take game two from Stow at Spartan Field 12-2 in a
Women’s league plants pinwheels for prevention
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com A colorful new addition can be found at Austintown Township Park
Austintown briefs
Spaghetti dinner fundraiser to be Sunday An all-you-can-eat spaghetti and meatball dinner will be
MetroParks Farm shows off newest animals
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Celebrating its 21st year, the Mill Creek MetroParks Farm’s
Flag football league begins spring season
More than 550 youth from the Valley took advantage of warm spring weather as they began the
Canfield sport briefs
Youth golf clinic, league coming up Canfield youth in grades 5-8 can register for a short game
Poland sport briefs
Poland seeks volleyball coaches Poland Seminary High School has coaching openings for girls junior
Austintown sport briefs
Austintown Little Falcons hosts sign-ups today The Austintown Little Falcons football and
Austintown Police Blotter
March 19 Fraud: Unauthorized charges were made to an account at a home in the 3000 block of White
Fitch track team seeks county title
After finishing third in Division I at last month’s state indoor meet, the Fitch boys track team
Dunkin’ Donuts donates to Akron Children’s
The Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation recently donated $2,500 to the Akron
Easter Bunny entertains families at Boardman Park event
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The Easter bunny hopped into town for a two-night stay at
Spring treat prepares North for break
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Spring Break started off sweet for North Elementary students,
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Tire, computer recycling at Penn State Shenango Earth Fest Saturday
Penn State Shenango’s Earth Fest 2012 takes place from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, rain or shine, in downtown Sharon.
Stand Against Racism Thursday in Warren
YWCA Warren and Partners for a Peaceful Community are sponsoring a Stand Against Racism event from 4 to 5 p.m. Thursday at the YWCA, 375 N. Park Ave.
Covelli to open four Turnpike restaurants
Covelli to open four Turnpike restaurants warren Covelli Enterprises has announced it will open
Republicans take turn in tax showdown, approving $46B cut for employers
Republicans rammed an election-year, $46 billion tax cut for most of America's employers through the House on Thursday, ignoring a White House veto threat in a debate both parties used to show voters how they would bolster the economy.
Former Phantom Saad expected to play tonight for Blackhawks
Former Phantom Saad expected to play tonight for Blackhawks Combined dispatches Chicago rookie
Orthopedic group has Saturday fundraiser for American Cancer Society
Orthopedic group has Saturday fundraiser for American Cancer Society
Pa. health official clarifies new gas-drilling law
Pa. health official clarifies new gas-drilling law
State Rep. Hagan says Ohio deep-injection well ban sidelined
State Rep. Hagan says Ohio deep-injection well ban sidelined
State approves funding for Lordstown industrial park
State approves funding for Lordstown industrial park
Portman not looking to be VP choice
Portman not looking to be VP choice YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Sen. Rob Portman said he doesn’t “expect”
Trio plead not guilty to protest charges
SEBRING — All three individuals arrested Sunday during a protest at an oil and gas lease signing pleaded not guilty through their attorneys today in Mahoning County Court.
Mahoning commissioners approve fact-finder's report with deputies
Mahoning commissioners approve fact-finder's report with deputies
Overseer: Ohio Statehouse needs no metal detectors
Overseer: Ohio Statehouse needs no metal detectors
1 person dies after ambulance, SUV crash by Akron hospital
1 person dies after ambulance, SUV crash by Akron hospital
Dick Clark fortune estimated in 'hundreds of millions'
Dick Clark fortune estimated in 'hundred of millions'
'Mommy and Me' tea for girls 3-8
Boardman Park will have a semi-formal tea for girls age 3 to 8, who must have an adult with them, at the Lariccia Family Community Center.
Valley's MS walk Saturday at Scrappers Stadium
The 2012 Mahoning Valley Walk MS is Saturday at its new location in Scrappers Stadium at 111 Eastwood Mall Blvd., Niles, behind the Eastwood Mall.
Couple will wed at St. Columba’s in May ceremony
Dean and Pam Harris and Ron and Carmy Williams, all of Austintown, are announcing the engagement and upcoming marriage of their children, Dina Harris and Ronnie Williams, both of Canfield.
Tri-Gold Chapter sets annual basket auction
Tri-Gold Chapter sets annual basket auction STRUTHERS Tri-Gold Chapter of the American Business
Inmate apologizes to victim's family before execution
Mark Wiles apologized to the family of the Rootstown teen he knifed to death more than 25 years ago and spoke out against the death penalty in his final moments before succumbing to a lethal injection.
New AMVETS facility opens in Struthers
AMVETS Post 44’s new post home and career center are a vital resource for veterans and the community, said Ohio National Guard Sgt. 1st Class Teddy Kester, Post 44 commander.
Jennifer Snyder, convicted in drowning death of teen, jailed on probation violation
A woman who served prison time for child endangering and gross abuse of a corpse in the 2001 drowning death and dismemberment of 15-year-old Jimmy P. Higham is jailed as she awaits a probation violation hearing.
More youth fights on YouTube, these in Youngstown
Police are investigating street fighting by youths much like the fight taken on video in Boardman Park several weeks ago.
Spartans’ Watkins makes the most of extra swing
Boardman High senior Dan Watkins made the most of his second chance during Wednesday’s showdown against Ursuline.
Lowellville Rod and Gun official: Stray bullet is not ours
Lowellville Rod and Gun Club By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com lowellville The
Youngstown council OKs hiring of firm for study
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City council approved hiring a firm to
YSU chief, faculty study money matters
The taste of bitter contract negotiations between Youngstown State University and its faculty last year seems to have mostly subsided, or so it seemed during a Wednesday meeting between the president and faculty members.
A-1 owner tries to get $250,000 for repairs
The owner of a condemned downtown parking deck said he can’t afford to pay the $250,000 needed for improvements to the structure, and likely will look to sell it.
Trumbull officials ponder action on SCOPE funding
Trumbull County commissioners say they still have legal questions after an opinion from the county prosecutor’s office saying they should suspend any further payment of county levy funds to SCOPE Inc.
Investigators search for cause of fire at former Stackhouse building
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Fire department investigators are still
Homestead Park on South Side to get $20K makeover
A park on the city’s South Side is among 12 nationwide getting a $20,000 makeover from a soft-drink company.
Austintown stadium gets upgrade
Bill Dickson, of Buckeye Bleacher Repair, carries a section of a new aluminum bleacher to the stands inside Fitch Falcon Stadium. The bleachers were installed this week and paid for by the school district and the Falcon Forward Committee, which raises money for improvement projects in the Austintown School District.
Too little sleep ups diabetes risk
The consumer message: The National Institutes of Health says adults need between seven and nine
Hearings for increase not scheduled yet
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com VIENNA Rose Ann DeLeon, the Western Reserve Port Authority
Gilliam happy to be in a new offense at Penn St.
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. After two injury-plagued seasons, Garry Gilliam might go
Panetta apologizes over new photo scandal
Associated Press WASHINGTON Defense Secretary Leon Panetta apologized Wednesday for gruesome,
Singer Aretha Franklin to headline Tri-C JazzFest
Coming off the heels of the incredibly successful Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony and related events last week, the 33rd annual Tri-C JazzFest provides Northeast Ohio with a plethora of familiar and smooth sounds today through April 29 in venues all over the Rock Hall City.
NEw this week
NEw this week Chimpanzee (G) Disneynature’s newest True Life Adventure introduces Oscar, a baby
COWBOY JUNKIES
COWBOY JUNKIES ‘The Wilderness’ completes series for Canadian band set to play Kent Stage. C7
BUSINESS DIGEST || New Youngstown postmaster
New postmaster YOUNGSTOWN The U.S. Postal Service announced Wednesday that Thomas Kerns will
War on mommies
Opinion: Virtually everything said and done in a presidential election year distorts the truth, much like
Pens come back with a vengeance in Game 4
Staal had a hat trick, Malkin scored his first two goals of the series and Crosby added one to help the Penguins cut the series deficit to 3-1. Game 5 is Friday in Pittsburgh.
Top-to-bottom look at SCOPE timely with chief’s resignation
Editorial: A 19-year career as executive di- rector of SCOPE Inc. of Trumbull County has come to an
METRO DIGEST || Collection planned
Collection planned YOUNGSTOWN Humility of Mary Health Partners will mark National Prescription
Ohio Democrats blast GOP effort to cut Planned Parenthood money
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio Democrats on Wednesday blasted a proposal intended to cut federal
Don’t flat-line pharmacies
Opinion: The Beaumont (Texas) Enterprise: Most Texans will support reasonable ways to reduce the state’s
AMVETS Post 44 opens new facility in Struthers
AMVETS Post 44’s new post home and career center are a vital resource for veterans and the community, said Ohio National Guard Sgt. 1st Class Teddy Kester, Post 44 commander.
“revenge of the electric car” (10 p.m., pbs): As gas prices climb, it’s a great
“revenge of the electric car” (10 p.m., pbs): As gas prices climb, it’s a great time to check out
Drummer Vitale to participate in event at Lemon Grove
Joe Vitale has had an all-star career as a rock ’n’ roll drummer.
Class to get update
Class to get update MINERAL RIDGE The high-school curriculum for the former Home Economics class
Court won’t be dispassionate
Opinion: By Dick Polman Philadelphia Inquirer Obamacare’s defenders insist the U.S. Supreme Court
Regulators review company opening first casino in Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS A consulting group is recommending to Ohio regulators that it grant an
NIGHTLIFE
American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630 Fri: Ginny and the Jettz, 7
‘America’s oldest teenager’ dies
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Dick Clark, the ever-youthful television host and producer who
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Judge to decide on properties’ seismic testing
By Burton Speakman bspeakman@vindy.com LISBON A judge will decide by the end of the week
Cosmic approach to judging
Opinion: WASHINGTON Judge J. Harvie Wilkinson III, a Reagan appointee to the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of
Rust Belt to stage ‘When I Knew ...’
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Rust Belt Theater Company will present the fourth annual production
Suspected LSP gang member sentenced
Staff report CLEVELAND One of 23 men charged in a 42-count federal indictment targeting
Surplus food
Surplus food Warren Family Mission, 361 Elm Road NE, Warren, in conjunction with Second Harvest
Gas company disregards order to stop work
Associated Press DARLINGTON, Pa. Chesapeake gas-drilling company is refusing to obey a cease-
Woman, accused of abducting baby, killing baby’s mom, had miscarried
Associated Press SPRING, Texas Verna McClain told her fianc she had given birth to their
Raiders mark 70th anniversary
Associated Press DAYTON A flyover by World War II bomber planes, Chinese visitors and a memorial
3 agents out in wake of Secret Service scandal
Associated Press WASHINGTON Moving swiftly, the Secret Service forced out three agents
Romney, Obama battle over economy
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. Their battle joined, challenger Mitt Romney savaged President
Kuchar headlines field at Texas Open
Associated Press SAN ANTONIO Remembering the Alamo at the Texas Open is easy, thanks to the
Police chief: Residents need to secure homes
Staff report POLAND After a three burglaries in the last year and an attempted burglary
Cavs routed again, but Irving survives
By Mary Schmitt Boyer Cleveland Plain Dealer CLEVELAND Byron Scott did not have to hear the
natural-gas wells EPA will slash air pollution
The Obama administration on Wednesday set the first national standards to control air pollution from gas wells that are drilled using a method called hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, but not without making concessions to the oil and gas industry.
HEALTH DIGEST || Sinus seminar
Sinus seminar COLUMBIANA A free sinus treatment seminar is offered by otolaryngologist Dr.
Justice requires patience
Opinion: Justice requires patience The letter, “Someone must speak for Trayvon,” shows what is wrong with
Seaweed stops bleeding
BY JOE GRAEDON, M.S., AND TERESA GRAEDON, Ph.D. Q. Some time ago, you mentioned that coffee
Pirates win on Walker’s single
Associated Press PHOENIX These one-run games are practically an everyday thing for the
Volunteers to be honored at Rescue Mission celebration
Volunteers to be honored at Rescue Mission celebration Youngstown The Rescue Mission of Mahoning
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Today and Friday: The Warren JFK graduate tees off today at
Cowboy Junkies
It’s not so much that the Cowboy Junkies have gone mad as much as the Canadian band was looking to take a musical journey over the past 18 months with its “Nomad Series.”
Tennessee’s iconic coach Pat Summitt steps down
Associated Press Pat Summitt, who won more games than anyone in NCAA college basketball history,
TSO'S BEETHOVEN IS A ROCK STAR
In many ways, Trans- Siberian Orchestra (TSO) creator Paul O’Neill has been waiting his entire life to write “Beethoven’s Last Night.”
valleycare During rally, union airs its concerns
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Service Employees International Union District 1199
Woman charged in boy’s death jailed, awaits probation hearing
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A woman who served prison time for child
MS walk set for Saturday at new location
Staff report NILES The 2012 Mahoning Valley Walk MS is Saturday at its new location in Scrappers
HMHP plans recycling events
Staff report In celebration of Earth Day, Humility of Mary Health Partners is sponsoring free,
Inmate apologizes for killing
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Mark Wiles apologized to the family of the Rootstown
UN monitors flee Syria after gunfire
UN monitors flee Syria after gunfire beirut Syrian security forces opened fire Wednesday on
Trustees approve levy termination
Staff report Liberty Township trustees approved during Wednesday’s special meeting the
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Parts shortages could slow US auto production
The U.S. auto industry, already stretching to meet rising demand for cars and trucks, is facing shortages of parts and materials that could limit the number of new vehicles in showrooms later this year and crimp a historic turnaround.
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More fights on YouTube, but these in Youngstown
Police are investigating street fighting by youths much like the fight taken on video in Boardman Park several weeks ago.
Free shredding, recycling events at HMHP sites Sunday
In celebration of Earth Day, Humility of Mary Health Partners is sponsoring free, community-recycling events at its three health centers.
Penguins rout Flyers 10-3
Penguins rout Flyers 10-3 PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Pushed to the brink of a sweep, Pittsburgh’s Sidney
Study will help improve Youngstown’s efficiency
Study will help improve Youngstown’s efficiency YOUNGSTOWN City council approved hiring a firm
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown hosts fraud seminar in Girard on Tuesday
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown hosts fraud seminar in Girard on Tuesday
Firefighters still looking for cause of $210K blaze at former Stackhouse Oldsmobile building
Firefighters still looking for cause of $210K South Side blaze at Stackhouse building
Air pollution standards set for fracking wells
Air pollution standards set for fracking wells WASHINGTON The Obama administration on Wednesday
Ohio has 1,500 apply for special-needs scholarship
Ohio has 1,500 apply for special needs scholarship
Ohio coroner: Baby found in freezer was born alive
Ohio coroner: Baby found in freeze was born alive
Ohio executes man who fatally stabbed teen in 1985
Ohio executes man who fatally stabbed teen in 1985 LUCASVILLE, Ohio (AP) — Ohio on Wednesday
Photos revealed of US troops posing with corpses
Photos revealed of US troops posing with corpses WASHINGTON (AP) — In another embarrassment to the
Funeral for second Struthers burn victim is Friday
Funeral for second Struthers burn victim is Friday
Ohio ex-inmate: Drinking led to threat to judge
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US, NATO ready plan to hand off Afghanistan combat
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Fake Bieber accused of abusing NJ girl online
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Wow buying cable company Knology for $750.5 million
Wow buying cable company Knology for $750.5 million
Cleveland group to repair vandalized giant guitars
Cleveland group to repair vandalized giant guitars
NYC subway plotter: We also eyed NYSE
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Woman charged with murder in shooting of Texas mom
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Police: Ohio boy brings BB gun to school to fend off bullies
Police: Ohio boy brings BB gun to school to fend off bullies
Resurfacing work to begin next week in Columbiana County
Resurfacing work to being next week in Columbiana County
Execution set for 10 a.m. today
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Residents return home after brush fire threatens
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W. Pa. leaders support Highmark-West Penn merger
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Man charged with murder in baby death
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FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve
Pierogi-making class planned at church hall
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Trumbull County Children services director replaced
Eighteen months after he was hired, Nick Kerosky is out as executive director of Trumbull County Children Services, and Valley Counseling Executive Director Tim Schaffner is in.
Alex Gacek’s hat trick advances Phantoms
Right now, Alex Gacek could be finishing up his freshman year at Miami (Ohio). The Dracut, Mass., opted to come back for a second stint with the Youngstown Phantoms instead of becoming a RedHawk.
Cops in Niles kill break-in suspect
Police had Daryl Boggs, 49, trapped inside the house at 1773 Old Forge Road, where Boggs apparently had committed a break-in.
Falcons find a way
The Fitch-Howland baseball game featured a little bit of everything. There was good, bad and downright ugly in the Falcons’ thrilling, come-from-behind 13-12 victory.
YOUTH ROUNDUP | News and notes
The Austintown sixth-grade red boys basketball team finished 34-6. The team won four tournament championships — at Salem, Girard, Niles and St. Christine’s — and finished runner-up at Jackson-Milton. Members of the team were Nick Desalvo, Bryson Pegram, Jason Johns, Emannual Dawkins, Mike Grazier, Randy Smith, Tyler Day, Blake Baker and Foy Levy. Coaches were Mike Grazier, Thomas Day Jr. and Thomas Day III.
2 teens arrested in Boardman brawl
Staff report BOARDMAN Township police have made two arrests — and expect to make more — in
Natural gas industry in a crash (and burn)
There are two reasons your heating bills likely were significantly less this past winter than in other years: the unseasonably warm weather and rock- bottom natural-gas prices.
Schools vote on OHSAA issue
By ROB TODOR todor@vindy.com For all the debate about the proposed Competitive Balance Issue
Seismic testing company sues property owners over access
A company tasked with seismic testing for Chesapeake Exploration LLC on Columbiana County land contends five landowners illegally have kept the company off their properties.
PREP BASEBALL || Tuesday's other games
Niles 2, Beaver Local 0 NILES Trent Collins pitched a no-hitter, striking out six. Collins allowed only three runners, two by walks. Pat Barrett’s two-run triple in the third inning provided the only scoring. Jake Foster added a double for the Red Dragons (13-5, 5-1 AAC).
2 Valley schools confront alleged indecent conduct
By Elise Franco and Ashley Luthern news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Two Mahoning County school
Bunts give Canfield a chants ... er, chance
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com STRUTHERS The Canfield High baseball team breaks huddles with
Austintown police seek suspect in bank robbery
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Man stops demolition of South Side home
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN With a large bulldozer already on his property, a city man obtained a
Harding team heads to national
Warren G. Harding High School's robotics team — Delphi ELITE — won the chairman’s award at its competition in Pittsburgh last month and will compete in St. Louis next week.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
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Gains spent $92K in last 3 weeks before primary, reports show
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN During the final three weeks leading to his
Mass murderer gets a chance to rant in Norwegian court
Editorial: Those who believe that the wheels of justice turn too slowly in the United States — and so often
Obama seeks to target oil-market manipulation
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama pushed Congress Tuesday to give oil-market
Filming under tough situations
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New Castle cops find drugs on 2-year-old
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US housing market boosted by increased jobs, higher rents
Associated Press WASHINGTON It’s been a long time since the market for new homes has looked
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Hobby Lobby raises hourly wages
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Cartagena mayor: What’s all the fuss?
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Radio station fails in effort to silence ex-hosts
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CORRECTION
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US stocks soar higher
Associated Press new york Stocks stormed higher Tuesday after promising signals about the
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Best bet yet
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Mommy Wars are a waste
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Farm bill contradictions
Opinion: Farm bill contradictions San Jose Mercury: 2011 was a great year for corn farmers. Record-high
Plaza Azteca
Plaza Azteca Location: 5792 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles Phone: 330-349-4136 Hours: Mon.
In court with Judy for nearly 20 years
McClatchy Newspapers LOS ANGELES The Hollywood studio “courtroom” of “Judge Judy” Sheindlin may
Keystone: A dirty little secret
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Plaza Azteca serves ... An enjoyable Mexican experience
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A better brunch, gluten-free
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Community colleges’ record of success isn’t all that great
Opinion: By Mark Schneider and Lu Michelle Yin Los Angeles Times Community colleges are central to the
Cauliflower blossoms in a variety of ways
By Susan M. SELASKY Detroit Free Press Cauliflower has come a long way from just sitting on a
Think of charitable possibilities
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Earth Day concert set for Sunday
Associated Press WASHINGTON Cheap Trick, British rocker Dave Mason and teen pop group Kicking
Gearing up for Saturday
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prep sports at a glance
BASEBALL TUESDAY’S SUMMARIES AUSTINTOWN FITCH 13, HOWLAND 12 Howland3003015—12106
Discovery takes final flight
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON Retired space shuttle Discovery streaked across the sky one last
Relay for Life season begins Friday at YSU
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DeWine, others plan Take Back Day for prescription drugs
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Attorney General Mike DeWine and business and medical
Cavaliers are no match for Pistons
Associated Press AUBURN HILLS, Mich. Brandon Knight had 28 points and seven assists, and the
NHL suspends two Penguins
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US judge sentences 17 in heroin, cocaine ring
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com CLEVELAND A federal judge has sentenced 17 defendants
Browns, Steelers schedules released
Associated Press The Cleveland Browns will open the 2012 season at home against Philadelphia on
Wilson chips in $228K in bid to win back seat
In his bid to regain the congressional seat he lost two years ago, former U.S. Rep. Charlie Wilson has given $228,500 to his campaign.
Watkins pleads to Obama to help in Hoerig case
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Warren Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins
METRO DIGEST || Benefit for animals
Benefit for animals WARREN Three animal shelters are planning a spaghetti dinner from noon to 6
newsmakers
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Agent scandal escalates
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Agenda Thursday
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Foes of bill on wild animals unleash anger on legislators
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Motzie the Savannah cat looks and acts a lot like other
GOP eyes cuts to food stamps
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans controlling the House are eyeing big cuts to food stamps
OSU defense goes about its business
Associated Press COLUMBUS While everyone seems to be talking about Urban Meyer’s new hurry-up
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Police handcuff Ga. kindergartner
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Community center plans in Campbell gain steam
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell A committee that’s raising money to buy a
Kentucky 5 declare for NBA draft
Associated Press LEXINGTON, Ky. Kentucky’s starting lineup of three freshmen and two sophomores
Senate seeks ways to save ailing USPS
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Chief seeks input from distress panel
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Youngstown The city school board’s president is
910th wing official to move to 911th
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Columbiana County Board hopes to complete deal on rail line
The Columbiana County Port Authority has found another potential buyer for its railroad for what it hopes is the last time.
Tuesday, April 17 (102 stories)
Trumbull prosecutor to Obama: Be concerned
Trumbull prosecutor to Obama: Be concerned Warren Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins
Trumbull Children Services exec is out, new leader hired
Trumbull County Children Services Board has approved the resignation of Nick Kerosky, executive director.
Board president seeks commission input on treasurer selection
Board president seeks commission input on treasurer selection Youngstown The city’ school
Browns to open season against Eagles at home
Browns to open season against Eagles at home The Cleveland Browns will open the 2012 NFL season
Steelers open NFL season at Denver in prime time
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Billionaire Warren Buffett says he has early prostate cancer
Warren Buffett says he has early prostate cancer
Federal judge sentences men in Youngstown East Side, Campbell drug ring
Federal judge sentences men in Youngstown East Side, Campbell drug ring
Norway killer: ‘I would have done it again’
Norway killer: ‘I would have done it again’ OSLO, Norway (AP) — Norwegian gunman Anders Behring
26 arrested in luxury-car theft ring with overseas ties
26 arrested in luxury-car theft ring with overseas ties
PSU says policies overseeing minors strengthened
Penn State says policies overseeing minors strengthened
Michigan lottery winner charged with welfare fraud
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Pro-Obama super PAC runs ad bashing Mitt Romney
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Quake tests looks for ways to shore up hospitalss
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Shot fired at officers, Niles police return deadly fire
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Michelle Obama to visit W.Pa. air unit set to close
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Convicted murderer at death house for execution Wednesday
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VIDEO: Go viral? Spectacular Phantoms goal has 25,000 views
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Man electrocuted in California copper theft try
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Protests filed over new Medicaid contracts in Ohio
Protests filed over new Medicaid contracts in Ohio
Forest Service in quandary about Colo. frozen cows
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Woman in jaywalking death wants charges dropped
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Police handcuff Ga. kindergartner for tantrum
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Time change for Youngstown school board finance committee meeting
Time change for Youngstown school board finance committee meeting
Space shuttle Discovery makes final takeoff
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Ohio AG wants to help stamp out illegal use of prescription drugs
Ohio AG wants to help stamp out illegal use of prescription drugs
Here’s the ending of the Avalon Gardens story
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Suspected burglar shot by Niles police officers dies
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Teams search for missing Marine wife in Calif.
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Police: NJ man stole underwear from Pa. women
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Lawyer: Sex-tourism suspect killed self
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Pa. mom, daughter go on trial in $1M fraud case
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Miss Kopper will wed Mr. Bonacci in open ceremony
AUSTINTOWN Joseph and Jacqueline Kopper of Austintown are announcing the engagement and upcoming
Brandy Kelly to be June bride of Virgil Gilea
BOARDMAN Brandy Leigh Kelly and Virgil Ciprian Gilea, both of Canfield, are engaged and planning a
North Carolina couple plan to marry in Girard
MCDONALD Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Gaul of McDonald are announcing the engagement and upcoming
Easter Egg Hunt draws 300 people
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It’s time to puzzle it out again at the library
POLAND Crossword-puzzle enthusiasts will have another opportunity to showcase their puzzle prowess
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1956 will meet for brunch at 11 a.m. Thursday at Bedford
Children’s hospital event will honor those who help
POLAND Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley has planned a celebration to recognize those who
Poland sets proposed fees for school sports, band
The Poland Board of Education will vote on pay-to-participate fees for athletics and marching band next week, after deciding on proposed fee amounts at its Monday work session.
Going, going ... Avalon Gardens is gone
Years of North Side history were removed in just a couple of hours when the contents of Avalon Gardens on Belmont Avenue were sold at auction.
Trumbull SCOPE’s director resigns
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN SCOPE Inc. of Trumbull County’s board of directors has
10 teachers, 31 others cut in Austintown
School-board members announced a round of staff cuts that will affect mainly nonteaching employees.
TOWN 4, RANGE 4
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN In 1800, before Ohio was a state, there was a 3.3
Stolen: Dreams of fruit trees
Lois Martin-Uscianowski no longer lives in the city, but she has a dream of creating a gardenlike atmosphere on the South Side and planted fruit trees to get that dream started.
Phantoms win in OT; can clinch tonight
Austin Cangelosi’s flip shot in overtime produced just enough magic to have the Youngstown Phantoms one win away from their first USHL playoff series win.
Lakeview boys coach resigns
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com CORTLAND George Lanterman resigned as Lakeview’s boys
Second plant worker dies
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com struthers The second of two men who were severely burned
Proposed fee focal point of open session at YSU
A proposed transportation fee was the focal point of a question-and-answer session among Youngstown State University President Cynthia Anderson, students and faculty.
Penguins face four-game sweep; Adams suspended
The Penguins are trying their best to beat up the Philadelphia Flyers.
Official: Vote for area to receive funds
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Greater Youngstown area is in 22nd place
Poland hands Canfield its first loss
She had reached base by way of a walk and fielder’s choice in her previous two at bats, but when Emily Chandler stepped to the plate in the top of the seventh inning she had to get a hit.
YCC pro gives credit to Leadbetter
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN For 13 years Jon Jones has been the go-to pro at the
OEPA explains actions regarding Patriot permits
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency finally has offered comment regarding Patriot Water Treatment LLC in Warren, albeit through a letter postmarked last week. OEPA previously had declined to comment on nearly all aspects regarding Patriot because of pending litigation.
Campbell seeks 7 projects worth $622K
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell Campbell officials have a wish list of projects
Protectionism causes worry
Opinion: CARTAGENA, Colombia The big headlines at the summit of President Barack Obama and 29 other
City council to revisit pipeline, camera issues
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City council will consider legislation
Police probe weekend robberies, assaults
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating several
Military embarrassed by scandal in Colombia
Associated Press WASHINGTON The top U.S. military officer said Monday the nation’s military
Problem drive-through closes
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN After years of neighbors’ attempting to do something about the behavior
Youngstown teenager shot in chest, arm on East Side, police report
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating the shooting of a 15-year-old male from
US retail sales rose in March
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans bought more electronics, started home- improvement
Ex-NASA worker: Firing was over intelligent-design belief
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A former computer specialist with NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory
DeAmicis pitches Columbiana past ITCL rival
By BRANDON JUDEH sports@vindy.com Columbiana Columbiana High’s Dakota DeAmicis has aquired
Police arrest 3 at lease signing
Goshen Township police have identified the three individuals arrested Sunday at an oil and gas lease signing. All three are from outside the Mahoning Valley.
Abortion foes in Ohio lobby for strict bill
Associated Press COLUMBUS Supporters of an Ohio bill that would impose the nation’s strictest
Ohio Dems: Use surplus, tax to aid communities
Democrats in the Ohio House are asking the Republicans who control the chamber and Gov. John Kasich to consider diverting state surplus funds and part of the proceeds of a proposed fracking tax to local governments and school districts.
Kenyans sweep at Boston Marathon
Associated Press BOSTON Trailing the leaders by 200 yards when the Boston Marathon slogged
Pulitzers awarded for reporting on PSU abuse case, NYPD
Associated Press NEW YORK The Associated Press won a Pulitzer Prize for investigative reporting
Semifinals set for KO Drugs tournament
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com CAMPBELL Storylines are beginning to unfold and pairings taking
Gabriel is ‘pitcher perfect’
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com Many dreams have already come true for Poland’s Erin
Selected local stocks
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The Met hits record broadcasts
NEW YORK The Metropolitan Opera in New York has reached a landmark in its movie-theater
‘Disc to Digital’ available
LOS ANGELES DreamWorks Animation SKG Inc., the maker of “Shrek,” “Madagascar” and “Kung Fu Panda,”
Official invokes 5th Amendment
Associated Press WASHINGTON The General Services Administration inspector general said Monday
GOP derails ‘Buffett rule’ taxes on wealthy
Associated Press WASHINGTON Senate Republicans derailed a Democratic “Buffett rule” bill
Liberty police investigate robbery, burglaries
By robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty Township police are looking into a robbery
Panetta calls for new steps to stop assaults
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Good luck, bikers
Opinion: Huron (Mich.) Daily Tribune: It’s been a long time since motorcycle riders have been able to drive
Ohio gas prices up a bit since last week
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Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Katherine Komazeco and Mark Vinion, Canfield, boy, April 13.
‘Dare to Care’ day
‘Dare to Care’ day Youngstown Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corp. and Youngstown State
By Jo Becker
Opinion: By Jo Becker Los Angeles Times Congolese warlord Thomas Lubanga has been found guilty in the
Jolie-Pitt engagement certain to fuel media frenzy BRANGELIMANIA BEGINS
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES Will and Kate were just the warm-up for
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown City Council, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, city hall. Finance
Heartbreaker: Guitars stolen
CULVER CITY, Calif. Five guitars belonging to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers have been stolen
Man sentenced to 5 years’ probation
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com CLEVELAND A Canfield man has been sentenced to five
Here’s the bottom line on taxes
Opinion: On tax day, which is today this year, everyone’s in favor of tax reform. Nobody can survive the
Massacre suspect defiant as trial begins
Associated Press OSLO, Norway The right-wing fanatic who confessed killing 77 people in a bomb-
Youngstown schools district needs experienced treasurer
Editorial: Although the Youngstown city schools system shed its state-designated fiscal emergency status more
Man charged in Ponzi scheme pleads guilty
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Lakeland, Fla., man, charged federally in
Get teachers away from testing
Opinion: Get teachers away from testing Are state proficiencies fool- ing parents and taxpayers? Having
“The Cabin in the Woods” pays homage to a very specific kind of horror movie —
“The Cabin in the Woods” pays homage to a very specific kind of horror movie — young people getting
Monday, April 16 (86 stories)
15-year-old shot twice in Youngstown
15-year-old shot twice in Youngstown YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating the shooting of a 15
Poland sets proposed pay to play fees for sports, band
Poland sets proposed pay to play fees for sports, band POLAND The Poland Board of Education will
Phantoms win in overtime
Phantoms win in overtime YOUNGSTOWN Austin Cangelosi’s goal 6:18 into overtime gave the
Ohio man convicted of tub drowning seeks 4th trial
Ohio man convicted of tub drowning seeks 4th trial
Fla. man pleads guilty to bilking Mahoning Valley investors in Ponzi scheme
Fla. man pleads guilty to bilking NEO investors in Ponzi scheme
SCOPE’s executive director announces resignation
SCOPE’s executive director announces resignation WARREN Janet Schweitzer, executive director of
Canfield man pleads guilty to federal charge of insurance fraud conspiracy
Canfield man pleads guilty to federal charge of insurance fraud conspiracy
Struthers treatment plant explosion kills second victim
Struthers treatment plant explosion kills second victim struthers The second of two men who were
Youngstown area in running to get $50K to fight hunger
Youngstown area in running to get $50K to fight hunger
Big gaps found in nursing homes’ disaster plans
Big gaps found in nursing homes’ disaster plans WASHINGTON (AP) — Tornado, hurricane or flood,
First team of UN monitors arrives in Syria
First team of UN monitors arrives in Syria GENEVA (AP) — The advance team of six U.N. observers
4 hearings this week on agency’s spending scandal
4 hearings this week on agency’s spending scandal WASHINGTON (AP) — A culture of wasteful spending
Local gasoline prices drop; statewide price up slightly
Local gasoline prices drop; statewide price up slightly COLUMBUS The price of gasoline in Ohio
Three arrested protestors identified; none from the Mahoning Valley
Three arrested protestors identified; none from the Mahoning Valley GREEN TOWNSHIP Goshen
Avalon Gardens contents auctioned off this morning
Avalon Gardens contents auctioned off this morning YOUNGSTOWN Years of history were sold away in
Corrected meeting notices for today
Corrected meeting notices for today These meetings were published Sunday on page A3 and shouldn’t
Afghan gov’t: Militant blames Haqqanis for attacks
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Breivik defiant as Norway massacre trial begins
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NYC man faces terror trial
NYC man faces terror trial NEW YORK (AP) — A man accused of plotting to attack the New York City
Doolittle’s Raid survivors’ 70th reunion in Ohio
Doolittle’s Raid survivors’ 70th reunion in Ohio CINCINNATI (AP) — The last five survivors of the
Coast Guard ends search for 4 missing yacht racers
Coast Guard ends search for 4 missing yacht racers SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Coast Guard says it
WORTH A LOOK
CARD, BINGO PARTIES American Legion Auxiliary Unit 301, 3652 Oakwood Ave., Austintown, will host a
Local attorney will dance for charities
Local attorney will dance for charities PITTSBURGH Boardman attorney Suzanne J. Hayden has been
New Yorker writer George Packer to give free lecture at YSU
New Yorker writer George Packer to give free lecture at YSU Staff report Youngstown New Yorker
Suburban squalor in Austintown
Even on a tighter 2012 budget, the township is slowly ridding itself of vacant and blighted structures.
Tax preparers expect avalanche of late filers
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Fear not, the day of April 16. During most
Students get boost to begin a legacy at YSU
Michael Giambattista kicked off his 18th birthday Sunday by receiving something devoid of wrapping paper and a box: a $1,000 scholarship and a financial boost to start him down his path to higher education.
YSU survey highlights benefits of Mill Creek MetroParks
A survey conducted by Youngstown State University outlines the importance of a local trail to the health and fitness of Mahoning Valley residents.
Smooth sailing
Youngstown State football staff is confident the foundation for a playoff team is in place
Layshock hearings to resume in May
Hearings resume next month in the misdemeanor criminal case brought by the Ohio Ethics Commission against former Newton Falls Mayor Pat Layshock, accusing him of influence peddling involving his brother, Ken Layshock.
Valpo sweeps YSU in baseball
By Ryan buck sports@vindy.com NILES The Youngstown State baseball team was unable to
Reloaded Phantoms gear up for a speedy playoff battle
Youngstown Phantoms coach Anthony Noreen might look like a child on Christmas morning when he stands behind the bench tonight for his team’s first playoff game.
Airbrush artwork vrooms in to Butler
Visitors to the usually staid Butler Institute of American Art will see an unusual sight for the next two weeks.
Don’t expect slowdowns on I-680 to end anytime soon
YOUNGSTOWN - The orange barrels and traffic pattern changes on Interstate 680 aren’t going away anytime soon.
Flying our turbulent skies
Opinion: DALLAS From his office window, Thomas W. Horton, in his fifth month as CEO of American Airlines,
8 common tax-time goofs that can delay your refund
Associated Press NEW YORK Waiting until the 11th hour to file your tax return suggests your main
Hafner, Duncan homers wallop Royals
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, MO. Travis Hafner gave a powerful reminder of what he’s meant to
Magic defeat Cavs to clinch playoff berth
Associated Press CLEVELAND The Orlando Magic realize they have a long road ahead of them, but
Pettersson rolls to Heritage victory
Associated Press HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. Carl Pettersson had another fast start and finished
Pirates snap 5-game California skid
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Kevin Correia tossed almost as many pitches in a quick and
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Hunger Games’ earns $21.5M at box office LOS ANGELES Movie fans have chosen real
18 die in Taliban attacks
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan Taliban insurgents struck the heart of the Afghan capital
Theft at phone tower
Theft at phone tower Hermitage, pa. Hermitage police are investigating the theft of various
video game review
‘xenoblade chronicles’ Grade: A Details: $49.99 for Wii In most game-playing households,
Residents: Warnings saved lives
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Today is Monday, April 16, the 107th day of 2012. There are 259 days left in the year. Associated
What’s behind increased use of the B-word?
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES No one could imagine seeing the N-word in
The top 20 concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
The top 20 concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
$1 billion for an app — smart?
Opinion: $1 billion for an app — smart? Los Angeles Times: Facebook’s decision to pay $1 billion in stock
US home-buying season signals a recovery
Associated Press WASHINGTON Five years after the U.S. housing bust sent sales and prices
Paper: Feds gave millions to failing Ohio charter schools
Associated Press DAYTON More than $4.8 million in federal stimulus money went to Ohio charter
One-act operas at YSU
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University’s Performing Arts Series and the Dana
federal benefits Check’s in the mail? Not for long
Associated Press WASHINGTON Starting next year, the check will no longer be in the mail for
Kim pursues his dream while North Koreans live a nightmare
Editorial: Imagine a nation in which its new leader does not address his people for more than 100 days. No need
Mayor takes on teachers union over reforms
Associated Press CLEVELAND The mayor wants to give his hand-picked superintendent the power to
President: ‘Angry’ if Secret Service allegations are true
Associated Press CARTAGENA, Colombia President Barack Obama, speaking for the first time about
Big gaps found in nursing homes’ disaster plans
Associated Press WASHINGTON Tornado, hurricane or flood, nursing homes are woefully unprepared
DETAILS | How changes will work
Starting last year, new beneficiaries were required to electronically receive Social Security,
ISRAEL B. LOPEZ JR.
ISRAEL B. LOPEZ JR. ACCUSED OF BREAKING AND ENTERING, SAFECRACKING, RECEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY,
Remains of 3 slain soldiers from Ohio returned home
Associated Press COLUMBUS The remains of three Ohio National Guard soldiers killed in an attack
Ohio trains agents to catch casino cheaters
Associated Press CLEVELAND Ohio is ready to do battle with the con artists expected to arrive
Riding with …
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Obama: US offered no ‘freebies’ to Iran
Associated Press CARTAGENA, Colombia Exposing a rift with Israel, President Barack Obama on
Ohio plans to target students’ learning gaps
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio plans to target learning gaps between different groups of
YSU softball team swept as Valparaiso throws a shutout
Staff report Valparaiso, Ind. The Youngstown State softball team fell to Valparaiso 7-0 on
Dole issues recall for bagged salad
Dole issues recall for bagged salad monterey, calif. Dole Food Co. said late Saturday that its
“Those bridges are all still safe for travel. If they weren’t, we would close
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Tips for the fearful flier
Opinion: By Laura Blumenfeld Los Angeles Times The midair meltdown of a JetBlue pilot last month confirms
A lot of writers on religious matters seem to get things wrong
Opinion: A lot of writers on religious matters seem to get things wrong There have been letters in The
ODDLY ENOUGH
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Youngstown Foundation doles out $1.3M to agencies
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Foundation distributed grants
POLICE CALLS
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Dubious green jobs
Opinion: By David Kreutzer Heritage Foundation Green jobs or, as our president calls them, the “jobs of
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Agenda Tuesday
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3 protesters are arrested in Greenford
By robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Greenford Three environmental protesters were
ACTIVE PROJECTS
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Three protesters arrested at site of BP lease signings in Greenford
Three protesters arrested at site of BP lease signings in Greenford By robert Guttersohn
YSU makes President’s Higher Education Honor Roll
YSU makes President’s Higher Education Honor Roll Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State
Pirates break 5-game losing skid
Pirates break 5-game losing skid SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Kevin Correia pitched six effective innings,
Indians sweep Royals
Indians sweep Royals KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Travis Hafner hit one of the longest home runs in
Flyers beat Penguins 8-4
Flyers beat Penguins 8-4 PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Danny Briere, Matt Read and Max Talbot each scored
All Pa. oil, gas waste needs treatment, official urges
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Two arrested in death of infant girl found in Toledo freezer
Two arrested in death of infant girl found in Toledo freezer Associated Press TOLEDO Police
Ohio plans aggressive campaign to fight casino con artists
Ohio plans aggressive campaign to fight casino con artists Associated Press CLEVELAND Ohio is
Don’t expect I-680 construction slowdowns to end anytime soon
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Haven’t filed taxes yet? Relax, you have two more days
Haven’t filed taxes yet? Relax, you have two more days By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com
Millions in federal stimulus dollars flowed to questionable Ohio charter schools
Millions in federal stimulus dollars flowed to questionable Ohio charter schools DAYTON, Ohio
Taliban launch major offensive in Afghanistan; NATO bases targeted
Taliban launch major offensive in Afghanistan; NATO bases targeted Associated Press KABUL,
More than 100 tornadoes rip across Midwest; at least 5 killed
More than 100 tornadoes rip across Midwest; at least 5 killed Associated Press WOODWARD, Okla.
Vallus daughters gather family for parents’ 50th
POLAND Eddie and Patty Vallus of Poland celebrated the 50th anniversary of their marriage April 8
Kalenits family honors couple for 60th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN The family of Frank and Ann Kalenits of Youngstown honored them April 5 at a family
Style show to benefit Hannah’s House
Style show to benefit Hannah’s House NILES Warren Family Mission will sponsor A Heart for
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY | Grace E. Smith
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY Grace E. Smith THE HONOREE Residence: Crandall Medical Center, Copeland
SENIOR CITIZENS
55-Plus Club of Liberty will have its annual spring meeting at 11:30 a.m. Thursday at First
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Garden Gate will host speaker Peg Flynn on “The Three R’s of Recycling.” Hostess is Mary
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, Walking Club at
FEDERATED CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Youngstown Federation will meet for a noon luncheon at The Youngstown Club, 210 E.
Youngstown Rotary plans annual reverse raffle
YOUNGSTOWN Rotary Club of Youngstown will sponsor its 13th annual reverse raffle, live auction and
Phantoms close season with shootout win
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Phantoms’ most successful season
New Castle — A One-Horse Town
For a country creature transplanted in the city, Cooper the miniature horse isn’t so small when it comes to defending himself.
Boardman walk promotes children’s health
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com BOARDMAN Hunter Crites of Austintown envisions being able to
Harding’s Herron awaiting an NFL call
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com When Daniel “Boom” Herron came out of Warren Harding five years
YSU's Thomas finds role with Red Sox
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com Red Sox reliever Justin Thomas has a 5-month-old daughter and a
Excitement reigns as girls choose free prom dresses
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com BOARDMAN A large room in Boardman’s Evangel Baptist
Board recommends change to Southington historic site
SOUTHINGTON The Ohio Historic Site Preservation Advisory Board has recommended that the 2011
YSU sophomore ready for Boston
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com Sam Gindlesberger says he can’t wait. That’s both
K.O. Drugs tournament enters second round
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com CAMPBELL The 25th annual K.O. Drugs High School Boxing
METRO DIGEST || Sharon native killed
Blood drives set this week Youngstown These blood drives are scheduled in the Red Cross’
Strong performances fill dark ‘Buried Child’
By STEPHANIE OTTEY entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Playhouse’s Griffith
For Wilson, necessity the father of invention
Old-fashioned ingenuity is a great thing. Proof of such is Rich Wilson. During the NEO high
Earth Fest at Penn State Shenango
Staff report SHARON, PA. Penn State Shenango’s annual Earth Fest will be Saturday from noon to 5
US, Canada stand alone
Associated Press CARTAGENA, Colombia A summit of 33 Western Hemisphere leader opened Saturday
The Valley’s Titanic loss
The RMS Titanic sank 100 years ago today, April 15, 1912, during a trip from Southampton, England, to New York City, taking 1,178 of her 2,200 passengers to a watery grave. Prominent city resident Col. George D. Wick, the first president of Youngstown Sheet & Tube Co., was among those who died after the giant ship struck an iceberg about 11:40 p.m. April 14, 1912. The ship sank about three hours later. His body was never recovered.
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels Q: I so admire David Tutera. Can you tell me about him? He appears to have a
Toledo police find dead infant in freezer
Toledo police find dead infant in freezer TOLEDO Police in Toledo are investigating the
Hall inducts 2012 class in rowdy celebration
Associated Press CLEVELAND The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony didn’t miss Axl Rose at all.
Events around the world mark Titanic centenary
Associated Press ABOARD MS BALMORAL In the birthplace of Titanic, residents gathered for a
Brawl, blown lead can’t stop Indians
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. Shin-Soo Choo hit a two-run double with two outs in the 10th
Valpo’s Wild pitcher shuts down Penguins
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com NILES Youngstown State baseball coach Rich Pasquale will
Liberty’s model of efficiency
Editorial: Consolidation of Liberty Township’s 911 emergency phone service serves as a win-win-win
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newsmakers Richie, Anderson among tax scofflaws LOS ANGELES Pamela Anderson and Lionel Richie
A classic retelling of the tale
Editorial: Perhaps no other single histori- cal event manages to reach across generations as does the sinking
Law gives Zimmerman chances
Associated Press MIAMI George Zimmerman persuaded the police not to charge him for killing
Don’t compound a tragedy
Editorial: Don’t compound a tragedy The state of Pennsylvania has taken on a challenging and necessarily
Big crowd watches Bucks’ passing game
Associated Press COLUMBUS The look in Urban Meyer’s eyes said it all as several hundred Ohio
US military also involved in scandal
Associated Press CARTAGENA, Colombia An embarrassing scandal involving prostitutes and Secret
YSU softball team drops two
Staff report VALPARAISO, IND. After falling to Valparaiso 4-3 in the opener, the Youngstown
Politics rears its ugly head
Opinion: To understand just how difficult it will be to change the court system in Mahoning County below the
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St., Youngstown, food and clothing
Severe weather hits Midwest
Associated Press OMAHA, Neb. More than a dozen possible tornadoes were reported Saturday as
Flyers stake their claim as NHL’s comeback kids
Associated Press VOORHEES, N.J. There is no shortage of suggestions, from serious to silly, for
Harangody leads Cavaliers
Associated Press WASHINGTON Luke Harangody had 16 points and 10 rebounds, Anthony Parker scored
Biffle pulls away; Roush wins again
Associated Press FORT WORTH, Texas Greg Biffle regained the lead when he charged under Jimmie
Crossword fans — read this
Opinion: Betty Bannon admits she cheats. She’s obsessed with crossword puzzles, including The Vindicator’s
Ask Mr. Know It All
By Gary Clothier Q. My mom used to say, “Heavens to Murgatroyd!” Where did that phrase originate?
Who had right to stand ground?
Opinion: Who had right to stand ground? I have followed the Trayvon Martin case from the beginning to now.
Exhibit celebrates the life of Pat Nixon
Los Angeles Times YORBA LINDA, Calif. As the wife of an ambitious politician, Pat Nixon had her
ROSEMOND || On parenting
McClatchy Newspapers Q. My 12-year-old daughter thinks she’s old enough to set her own bedtime.
ARMS MUSEUM || Titanic exhibit
The Arms Family Museum, Wick Avenue, features “Titanic: Tragedy in the Headlines,” to
Nursing-home residents love ... Hanging out with their 4-legged friend
By JoAnn Jones Special to The Vindicator HOWLAND Veronica Veselich, a resident of Shepherd of
Good Morning event to take place in May
Good Morning event to take place in May CANFIELD The Good Morning, Canfield breakfast will take
For this budding farmer, incubator fosters growth
McClatchy Newspapers CHARLOTTE, N.C. Every week, Joe Rowland places a framed photocopy of a
CAREER PATHS
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DRIVEN TO CREATE
Prototype developer keeps plugging away The Philadelphia Inquirer PHILADELPHIA By way of
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS Colulmbiana County New complaints Zelda Doak v. Joe Stryffeler, personal injury.
Salem author plans book-signing event
Salem author plans book-signing event SALEM R.T. Schuck, a Salem artist, has written a biography
Season to end on high notes
Staff report Youngstown The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Randall Craig
US tax code must be reformed
Opinion: By Dean Garfield McClatchy-Tribune The recent trend of positive job numbers — while good — do
record reviews
Bonnie Raitt Album: “Slipstream” (Redwing Records) Grade: B It takes Bonnie Raitt less than a
Is it time to rethink your cleaning routine?
If you’ve been cleaning the same way for years, it might be time to rethink your routine, says
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Today is Sunday, April 15, the 106th day of 2012. There are 260 days left in the year. Associated
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS | For the week ending April 7
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Lost Years” by Mary Higgins Clark (Simon & Schuster) 2. “Guilty Wives”
Titanic’s sinking: Was it more than human folly?
By SETH BORENSTEIN AP Science Writer WASHINGTON After an entire century that included two
Leonardi Legacy concert planned
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The annual Leonardi Legacy concert will be at 8 p.m. Thursday in
2 extra days to watch classic comedies
We get a break this year because April 15 falls on a Sunday, so the procrastinators among us won’t
MASONIC GROUPS
WEDNESDAY Sunrise Chapter 458, OES, will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Liberty Masonic
college costs New site figures potential debt for students
Associated Press SIOUX FALLS, S.D. Want to calculate how much you could owe in student loans
Civil War event at Eastwood Mall
Staff report niles The Sutliff Museum of the Warren Library Association will present its second
Grand Central looks to 2013 centennial
Associated Press NEW YORK Grand Central Terminal will celebrate its centennial as a landmark
Family shares matriarch’s Titanic survival
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com hermitage, pa. When Joseph George visited the Harry
Saturday, April 14 (85 stories)
Sharon native found murdered in S.C.
A 24-year-old Sharon native was found dead as a result of an apparent homicide in Columbia, S.C.
Valley Best Buys escape closings — for now
Two Mahoning Valley Best Buy locations staved off closings — for now, at least.
About 200 walk today for disabled kids
Hunter Crites of Austintown envisions being able to one day drive a car and see New York City.
FOX News to interview Poland's Gabriel on Sunday morning
FOX News to interview Poland's Gabriel on Sunday morning NEW YORK Poland High softball senior
UPDATE: Secret Service scandal in Columbia extends to military
An embarrassing scandal involving prostitutes and Secret Service agents widened Saturday when the U.S. military confirmed five service members staying at the same hotel in Colombia may have been involved in misconduct as well.
11 Secret Service agents relieved of duty in Columbia after prostitution allegations
A U.S. lawmaker says a "significant number" of Secret Service agents involved in an alleged prostitution scandal at an international summit brought women back to their hotel rooms before President Barack Obama arrived in Colombia.
Katie Berlon, Anthony Catalano plan May nuptials
The parents of Katie Berlon and Anthony Catalano are announcing the engagement and coming marriage of their children.
Miss Bako to wed Mr. Riccitelli in afternoon rite
MINERAL RIDGE Larry and Carla Bako of Mineral Ridge are announcing the engagement of their
Alaina Cardon, Lee Keck plan fairgrounds rite
Alaina Cardon and Lee Keck, both of Warren, are announcing their engagement along with their
Michelle Pastello, Josh Donchess set June nuptials
STRUTHERS Richard and Melissa Pastello, and Barbara Donchess, all of Struthers, are announcing the
Free family fun night planned
Free family fun night COLUMBIANA Crown Theater invites the community to a free family fun night
Boardman YouTube fight video participants ID'd
Police Chief Jack Nichols said detectives have identified “several” people involved in a local fight club that was filmed and uploaded to YouTube in March and expects arrests to be made by the middle of next week.
YSU prof to speak about Mayan culture, demise Sunday in Boardman
Youngstown State University Professor Matthew Omansky will speak at Boardman Park about the Mayan civilization.
Site work launches $840K effort to overhaul Wick Recreation Area
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown The James L. Wick Recreation Area’s face-lift has
Pavlik OVI charge dismissed
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com Canfield A charge of operating a vehicle while
Bull in pen attacks, kills Champion man
Staff report champion A bull killed a 62-year-old resident of North Park Avenue Extension late
4 finalists tapped for Youngstown schools treasurer
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The city school board has narrowed to four the
Homers help Valpo beat YSU
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com NILES A pair of three-run homers by Valparaiso helped the
Prep baseball roundup
United 16, Heartland Christian 5 COLUMBIANA Brett Albright hit two homers for the Eagles. For Heartland Christian, Brandon Crawford hit a two-run double and Christian Stryffler had two singles.
SCOPE funding cut over violations
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A state review found that SCOPE Inc. of Trumbull County
Creative, scientific disciplines interact in YSU lab
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Visual arts and engineering seem like opposite
School officials in Liberty look for missing equipment
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty State and local officials are demanding an
Ohio GOP touts unity to defeat Obama in Nov.
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Kevin DeWine officially stepped down as the chairman of
Jordan Brown found guilty in slayings, awaits sentencing
Jordan Brown, now 14, was declared guilty Friday of killing Kenzie Houk, his father's fiancee, and her third child, a son who was about two weeks from delivery. Houk is shown above with her two daughters, whom Jordan considered stepsisters. Jordan was 11 at the time of the slaying and when police took the above photo.
Divine Mercy
Divine Mercy poland Holy Family Parish, 2729 Center Road (Route 224), will host a Divine Mercy
Orthodox church celebrates Easter
A Christian faith has lasted in the heart of the people long after the Christian Empire has ceased
Truce largely holds, but six are killed
Truce largely holds, but six are killed BEIRUT Syrian forces used live fire, tear gas and clubs
MAHONING COUNTY INDICTMENTS
These people were indicted Thursday by a Mahoning County grand jury: Justin Patterson, also known
Pearce serves up punches, punchlines
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers Guy Pearce goes into low-Earth orbit to get his cool back in
TAKING PART
TAKING PART Institutions offering free eTutoring as of Fall 2011: Baldwin-Wallace College
Martin Truex Jr. on the pole for tonight’s Texas Sprint Cup race
By Reid Spencer NASCAR Wire Service FORT WORTH, Texas In blustery conditions at Texas Motor
METRO DIGEST || Youngstown mayor to open 3rd Big Tap
Youngstown mayor to open 3rd Big Tap YOUNGSTOWN The third annual Big Tap In on April 21 at the
History says streak will go on
Associated Press NEW YORK The zigzag in the stock market this past week may leave you wondering
Pirates manage only one hit against San Francisco’s Cain
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO James McDonald took no pleasure in being the only player to reach
Oversight of drilling to be coordinated
The Obama administration said Friday it is creating a high-level working group to coordinate federal oversight of natural gas production, amid industry complaints that excessive regulation could stymie a natural gas boom that has pushed prices to 10-year lows.
Hybrid, electric cars see record sales
Hybrid, electric cars see record sales DETROIT Americans are buying record numbers of hybrid
Romney: Obama will erode rights of gun owners
Associated Press ST. LOUIS The presidential campaign briefly veered from the emotional Mommy
contest results | Pinwheels for Prevention
contest results | Pinwheels for Prevention Grades 3-5 First place: Lorionna Womack, fifth
Don’t tinker with Ohio’s Statuary elections
Opinion: COLUMBUS I’m trying to figure out what lessons schoolchildren have learned from the process
Grant OK’d for slaking system for MVSD
Staff report COLUMBUS The Ohio Department of Development on Friday approved a $103,600 grant for
Failed launch draws condemnation
Associated Press PYONGYANG, North Korea North Korea’s much-touted satellite launch ended in a
Portage County killer won’t appeal decision
Associated Press COLUMBUS A condemned inmate scheduled to die next week for killing a teenager
Former death row inmate admits to threat
Associated Press TOLEDO A Scotsman released from prison four years ago after spending two
Again, Penguins can’t hold lead
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The Philadelphia Flyers fell behind. Again. And it didn’t matter.
Suspect in killings will not participate in ‘sanity board’
Associated Press SEATTLE The U.S. soldier charged in the shooting deaths of 17 Afghan villagers
BP meets with Trumbull landowners
BP expects about 2,000 people to sign mineral-rights leases with the company through Monday for its planned drilling in Trumbull County. On the fourth day of lease-signing at the Greenford Bobcats Space Center, the former Greenford Middle School, the parking lot already was full shortly after 9 a.m. as people were going through the roughly one-hour process.
sunday news shows Guest lineup
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Treasury Secretary Timothy
newsmakers
newsmakers Jolie, Pitt finally get engaged NEW YORK After several years as a couple, Angelina
Meyer seeking threats on OSU offense
Associated Press COLUMBUS The list of big-time players Urban Meyer had while winning two
Ohio fires 3 prison guards over inmate suicide
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio prisons system has fired three prison guards after an
An opening in Myanmar
Opinion: An opening in Myanmar Kansas City Star: The Obama administration has appropriately eased sanctions
Religion trumps reason
Opinion: By Lane Filler Newsday Lately I’ve been wishing I were Amish, and not just because I look so
Get executions back on track for Portage, Trumbull killers
Editorial: Two noteworthy developments this week in Connecticut and Ohio reinforce the highly contentious
What did Zimmerman say?
Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. Despite what some people think they heard, prosecutors say
Demjanjuk lawyers raise citizenship issue
Associated Press CLEVELAND A recently deceased Ohio autoworker convicted of Nazi war crimes
Cavaliers lose big at Indiana
By Mary Schmitt Boyer Cleveland Plain Dealer Indianapolis For 20 minutes, it was tough to tell
Brother of Beatle to exhibit at Butler
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN An exhibition of photographs by Mike McCartney,
Indians score seven runs in first inning, beat KC
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. Michael Brantley had one hit in 17 at-bats during Cleveland’s
Colt Knost leads Heritage by 2 shots
Associated Press HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. Colt Knost believes he’s finally ready to succeed on
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Mike Vecchione, 8 p.m.: Nationally-known comedian from Canfield
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 21.58 —.13 Avalon
eAGLE OF THE CROSS Recipients
The Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry of the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown has named the 28
BEST IN SHOW
Staff report Poland Eighth-grade students Brennan Bizon and Anne Alcorn earned Best of Show at
Baptist council will host revival
Staff report youngstown The Baptist Pastor’s Council will begin its annual community revival and
bridge Weekly quiz
bridge Weekly quiz Q. East-West vulnerable, as South you hold: xK 9 8 uK 10 7 5 vQ 9 8 5 4 2
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
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Diocese bestows discipleship award to 28 teens
Staff report The Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry of the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown
Ryan plan hurts disabled in US
Opinion: By Mike Ervin McClatchy-Tribune The budget plan released by House Budget Committee Chairman Paul
Ohio PTA to honor students for their outstanding artwork
Staff report Columbus Sixty-two students from throughout the state will be honored for
Ohio colleges Access expands for free online tutoring
Staff report Columbus The Ohio Board of Regents has announced expanded access to free online
LIFTING SPIRITS
McClatchy Newspapers AKRON As a medical helicopter rushes to help a child facing life or death,
The Titanic sinks again on TV screen
By Moira Macdonald The Seattle Times SEATTLE We all know how it ended. No one alive has
2 MCCTC students earn gold medals in competition
Staff report Canfield Students in the Early Childhood Development program at the Mahoning County
Pinwheels for Prevention Students create winning posters for contest
Staff report Youngstown Mahoning County Children Services has partnered with Youngstown City
Friday, April 13 (107 stories)
Youngstown mayor to open 3rd Big Tap In next week
The third annual Big Tap In on April 21 at the Covelli Centre has sold out, organizers say.
Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt engaged after 7 years, 6 kids
Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt engaged after 7 years, 6 kids LOS ANGELES — Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt
Civil War vet finally laid to rest
Civil War vet finally laid to rest PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A Civil War veteran whose ashes sat for
Candlelight vigil held for shot NH police chief
Candlelight vigil held for shot NH police chief GREENLAND, N.H. (AP) — About 200 people have
Judge denies request to block Marine’s dismissal
Judge denies request to block Marine’s dismissal SAN DIEGO (AP) — A federal judge has denied a
Ohio man, slain wife had filed for bankruptcy
Ohio man, slain wife had filed for bankruptcy BROOKLYN, Ohio (AP) — Records show that an Ohio
Judge says she may have conflict in Zimmerman case
Judge says she may have conflict in Zimmerman case SANFORD, Fla. (AP) — The Florida judge
Jordan Brown found guilty in slaying
Jordan Brown found guilty in slaying new castle, pa. A judge has ruled that Jordan Brown, 14, is
BP signing up mineral rights in Trumbull County
BP signing up mineral rights in Trumbull County GREENFORD There appears to be no shortage of
OVI charge dropped; Pavlik fined $150 each for two misdemeanors
OVI charge dropped; Pavlik fined $150 apiece for two misdemeanors.
St. Dom's fundraiser Saturday to benefit proposed parish center
St. Dominic Church will have a dinner at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Mr. Anthony’s, 7440 South Ave.
It’s time to get your birdfeeders washed
It’s time to get your birdfeeders washed BOARDMAN The Audubon Society of Mahoning Valley is
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Columbiana and Mahoning County Beekeepers Association will meet Sunday at the
Sentencing for pharmacy owner delayed again
Kenneth Overholt Jr., the former owner of Overholt’s Champion Pharmacy and a former Champion Township trustee, returned to court Thursday for sentencing on five counts of aggravated drug trafficking but remains free.
Boardman FOP to clean up Market Street Saturday
Ohio Department of Transportation crews and local volunteer groups will be picking up litter along Ohio’s roadways all week in conjunction with the “Great American Cleanup.”
Campbell man charged with domestic violence
A Madison Street man faces domestic violence and resisting arrest charges, accused of threatening his wife and running from police.
Many Valley workers lack skills for growing manufacturing jobs
A lack of skilled manufacturing workers could slow the progress the Mahoning Valley is making in economic development.
OHSAA adds a division, starting in 2013
OHSAA adds a division, starting in 2013 By Rob todor todor@vindy.com The first domino in what
New Castle boy awaits judge’s decision in murder case
The judge in the Jordan Brown murder case is expected today to declare the boy guilty or not guilty in the shotgun slaying of his father’s pregnant fiance.
YSU offense ready for another high-scoring season, but overconfidence a concern
YSU offense ready for another high-scoring season, but overconfidence is a concern By JOE SCALZO
Youngstown law director ousts top aide
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A second senior assistant law director will
Phantoms host Green Bay twice
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The good news for the Youngstown Phantoms’ five
Nick Petrella, owner of Boulevard Tavern, dies at 65
Although The Boulevard Tavern remains open on the city’s South Side, someone is missing from it.
Pavlik-Sigmon, Take Two: June 8 bout in Las Vegas set
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com Kelly Pavlik wants to prove Scott “Cujo” Sigmon’s bark is worse
YSU marks 6th Biology Day
Youngstown State University biology students presented about 15 studies spanning topics from plants to animals and bacteria.
Burke, Nites lead Howland past Hubbard
By Jim Flick sports@vindy.com HOWLAND A newcomer pitched a shutout, while a veteran drove in
New Boardman court opens
Court and security personnel and lawyers spoke enthusiastically of the new Boardman Court location where court was in session for the first time Thursday.
Lawsuit filed over missing safe-deposit box at Huntington bank
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Pennsylvania woman has sued Huntington
McDonald schools have lists of goals for future
By MARY SMITH news@vindy.com McDONALD Schools Superintendent Ken Halbert has a short list and
Idora historian revives memories of Youngstown’s amusement park
“Exit to the left,” said the operator of the Jack Rabbit roller coaster to the passengers taking the last ride on the coaster the last day the amusement park was open to the public on Sept. 3, 1984. The Jack Rabbit originally was called the Dip-the-Dips when it was built in 1910. It became the Jack Rabbit in 1924.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Buried Child,” 7:30 p.m.: Opening night for Pulitzer Prize-
Brookfield district owed $277
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com BROOKFIELD The Ohio Auditor’s Office has issued a finding of
You soitanly should see this take on slapstick trio
There’s an inner 9-year-old in us all, dying to get out, to laugh at pratfalls, slaps, eye-pokes and fart jokes.
Criminal charge brings some normalcy to the Martin case
Editorial: No case since O.J’s trial has so po- larized the nation along racial lines as that of George
Election-law changes opposed
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Election advocates urged lawmakers Thursday to refrain
newsmakers
newsmakers Rock Hall responds to Axl Rose’s request LOS ANGELES Guns N’ Roses founding member
North Korea fires long-range rocket
North Korea fires long-range rocket PYONGYANG, North Korea Defying international concerns, North
Woman, 28, killed in crash
Staff report elkrun Troopers from the Lisbon Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol are
Flyers hope to build on rally from Game 1
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Peter Laviolette’s speech was well rehearsed, nothing the
Dems choose convention delegates
Staff report GIRARD Five men, five women and an alternate have been chosen to represent the 17th
KSU students to pay highest premium
By Carol Biliczky Akron Beacon Journal Kent Kent State undergraduates will pay the highest
Clever ‘Cabin’ is fiendishly creative
Seeing “The Cabin in the Woods” set a new personal benchmark for fiendishly creative takes on genre entertainment.
Grant will help replace water line
Staff report VIENNA The Appalachian Regional Commission will present a $94,200 check to the
Prosecutors: Zimmerman ignored warning to back off
Associated Press SANFORD, Fla. After weeks in hiding, George Zimmerman made his first courtroom
Obama denounces criticism of Ann Romney
The White House — and President Barack Obama himself — rushed into a damage-control campaign Thursday to blunt the impact of a Democratic consultant’s suggestion that Ann Romney isn’t qualified to discuss the economy because she “hasn’t worked a day in her life.”
Groups concerned about lakes
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Fishermen and women who frequent Lake Erie and its
Man gets 18 months on drug conviction
Staff report CLEVELAND An East Side man has been sentenced to 18 months in prison on a federal
Sad trip down memory lane
Opinion: Sad trip down memory lane I recently found myself Sit- ting in my car outside the former Packard
Birthdays
Birthdays Actor Lyle Waggoner (“The Carol Burnett Show”) is 77. Actor Paul Sorvino is 73. Actor
Consumer agency softens fee limit
Consumer agency softens fee limit WASHINGTON The Obama administration’s consumer financial
REGION’S Manufacturing profile
About the Oh-Penn Interstate Region: Manufacturing employs nearly 40,000 in the region.
“say yes to the dress — Bridesmaids” (9 p.m., tlc): The chiffon hits the fan in
“say yes to the dress — Bridesmaids” (9 p.m., tlc): The chiffon hits the fan in Season 2 of “Say Yes
Pennies make no sense
Opinion: By Daniel Akst Newsday “O Canada,” how did such a great big loonie zone ever get so sensible?
Health care: a US mandate that overreaches
Opinion: By William Voegeli Los Angeles Times Health care is different. That, according to defenders of
First-grader wins gymnastics championship
BY ERIC HAMILTON ehamilton@vindy.com For such a little boy, Boardman’s Shane Lindstrom has
Campbell among 3 leaders at Heritage
Associated Press HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. Chad Campbell used a fast start, and Vaughn Taylor and
Mortgage rate falls to near-record low
Associated Press WASHINGTON The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage dropped near its all-
The keys to the car
Opinion: The keys to the car Baltimore Sun: One of the truisms of U.S. transportation planning has long
Sentence postponed
Sentence postponed WARREN Kenneth Overholt Jr., the former owner of Overholt’s Champion Pharmacy
Skittles joins other food brands at center of tragedy
It could’ve been Starbursts, Twizzlers or Sour Patch Kids. But when Trayvon Martin was fatally shot, he happened to be carrying a bag of Skittles.
Carl Edwards looks to snap dry spell at Texas
Combined dispatches For all the star power and remarkable consistency that he showed during last
Rick’s impossible dream
Opinion: Most campaigns have a musical theme. Rick Santorum, who “suspended” his campaign for the Republican
Boardman sport briefs
Brownlee scholarship applications available Applications for the George Brownlee Scholarship will
Free-market initiatives are no alternative to ACA
Opinion: By Daniel J. STONE Los Angeles Times Mitt Romney marked the second anniversary of the Patient
Years Ago
Today is Friday, April 13, the 104th day of 2012. There are 262 days left in the year. Associated
Boardman girls track team wins relay event
The Boardman girls track team defeated 14 other squads en route to the team championship at the
Methodist preschool hosts Daddy Play Day
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at the Canfield United Methodist Church Preschool
Poland sports briefs
Neighbors needs your spring sports news The spring sports season has begun. Whether it’s on the
Canfield senior girls spearhead dress drive
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com With the help of the community, Canfield High School staff
St. Christine students perform ‘Beauty and the Beast’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com After three months of hard work and practice, the St. Christine
Easter Bunny visits Boardman Park
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The Easter bunny hopped into town for a two-night stay at
Area writers to meet in Canfield
Area writers to meet in Canfield Area writers are invited to attend Monday Night Writers, on
Easter Bunny visits Boardman Park
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The Easter bunny hopped into town for a two-night stay at
Austintown briefs
Austintown Little Falcons hosts sign-ups next Saturday The Austintown Little Falcons football and
Easter Bunny visits Boardman Park
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The Easter bunny hopped into town for a two-night stay at
Poland briefs
Poland Historical Society meets Tuesday The next regular meeting of the Poland Historical Society
Epilepsy foundation uses purple power to raise funds
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The Mahoning County Epilepsy Foundation helped paint the
Boardman briefs
Local author signs books, gives lecture Local author and counselor Marilyn Burns of Boardman will
Union second-graders get a history lesson
Sue Holloway of the Poland Historical Society led a recent presentation about Quailwood and White
Boardman Park hosts annual egg hunt
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Local Easter lovers braved the chilly early-morning temperature on
Watson kindergartners celebrate dads, math
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com How many ways do I love my dad - let me count. Students
Austintown briefs
Italian Fest to be in August The Greater Youngstown Italian Fest will be held on Aug. 3-5 in
Austintown trustees seek residents’ help
Staff report Township trustees are asking residents for help with the upkeep of vacant and
Canfield briefs
Youth golf clinic, league coming up Canfield youth in grades 5-8 can register for a short game
Boardman Park hosts annual egg hunt
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Local Easter lovers braved the chilly early-morning temperature
Study: Baboons can learn to spot words
Dan the baboon sits in front of a computer screen. The letters BRRU pop up. With a quick and almost dismissive tap, the monkey signals it’s not a word. Correct. Next comes, ITCS. Again, not a word. Finally KITE comes up.
Wedgewood Park church celebrates 50 years
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com April 1 was an important day at Wedgewood Park Evangelical Church
Fitch speech team reflects on successful year
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Since 2009, the Fitch Speech and Debate team has closed its
Easter Bunny visits Austintown Bounce
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Although the Easter Bunny can hop just fine, the holiday hare
Mill Creek Park hosts an Easter Eggstravaganza
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The green grass in the Wick Recreation Area was dotted with pastel
North fathers, sons survive PTO event
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Dynamic duos headed for a desert-island version of North
Dobbins hosts 30th annual egg hunt
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Dobbins Elementary celebrated the 30th anniversary of its annual
SOV residents decorate baskets for Sojourner House
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The residents at Poland Shepherd of the Valley got crafty for a
Market Street students explore astronomy
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The students at Market Street Elementary went on a tour of the
Boardman High School Drama Club knows how to succeed
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The Boardman High School Drama Guild promises to “bring
Canfield choirs earn superior ratings
Both the Canfield High School Chamber Ensemble and the One Octave Higher Ensemble received unanimous
St. Christine students host Mini-Relay for Life
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com During the Relay for Life, volunteers gain sponsorships to raise
Hilltop first-graders welcome grandparents
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com A hush fell over the multi-purpose room at Hilltop
Thursday, April 12 (122 stories)
Syrian rebels vow to test fragile truce
Syria's opposition called for widespread protests Friday to test the regime's commitment to an internationally brokered cease-fire that the U.N. chief described as so fragile it could collapse with a single gunshot.
Firefighters save trapped pup in dramatic rescue
Just as Wichita officials were holding a news conference Thursday to announce their efforts to save a dog had failed, a firefighter saw wet canine nostrils appear in a tiny hole in concrete.
Woman killed, children injured in Columbiana County crash
Troopers from the Lisbon Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol are investigating a crash that killed an East Liverpool woman Thursday evening.
Free produce Friday
The Warren Family Mission, 361 Elm Road NE, is offering free fresh produce today from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Obama defends Romney's wife after Dem gaffe
The White House - and President Barack Obama himself - rushed into a damage control campaign Thursday to blunt the impact of a Democratic consultant's suggestion that Ann Romney isn't qualified to discuss the economy because she "hasn't worked a day in her life."
OHSAA adds seventh football division for 2013
OHSAA adds seventh football division for 2013 By Rob todor todor@vindy.com The first domino in
NY group wins OK to organize PTA for gay students
NY group wins OK to organize PTA for gay students GARDEN CITY, N.Y. (AP) — A New York group has
North Korea fires long-range rocket, South Korea says
South Korea's Defense Ministry says North Korea has fired a long-range rocket.
YSU offensive coordinator: ‘We can’t be complacent’
YSU offensive coordinator: ‘We can’t be complacent’ By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN
Phantoms close regular season with two home games
Phantoms close regular season with two home games By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com
Bus driver who collapsed during school commute dies
Bus driver who collapsed during school commute dies MILTON, Wash. (AP) — A school bus driver whose
Judge refuses to toss charges against Sandusky
Judge refuses to toss charges against Sandusky BELLEFONTE, Pa. (AP) — A judge has refused to throw
Kan. grain elevator cited for serious violations in explosion
Kan. grain elevator cited for serious violations in explosion ATCHISON, Kan. (AP) — The federal
Marsh fired as assistant city law director
Marsh fired as assistant city law director YOUNGSTOWN City officials said that senior assistant
Judge: Seattle man not guilty in 50-year-old rape
Judge: Seattle man not guilty in 50-year-old rape SYCAMORE, Ill. (AP) — An Illinois judge has
Zimmerman to be arraigned May 29
Zimmerman to be arraigned May 29 SANFORD, Fla. (AP) George Zimmerman made his first appearance
Trooper, motorist: Mysterious object fell from sky
Trooper, motorist: Mysterious object fell from sky LITCHFIELD, Conn. (AP) — Authorities in
Mom of dead Fla. teen clarifies ’accident’ remark
Mom of dead Fla. teen clarifies ’accident’ remark SANFORD, Fla. (AP) — Trayvon Martin’s mother
Ex-Mo. governor charged with mishandling donation
Ex-Mo. governor charged with mishandling donation ST. LOUIS (AP) — Former Missouri Gov. Roger
Expert: Church can investigate sex-abuse reports
Expert: Church can investigate sex-abuse reports PHILADELPHIA (AP) — An expert on Roman Catholic
Postmaster general visits potential closure sites
Postmaster general visits potential closure sites HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Postmaster General Patrick
Drilling in state parks must be 300 feet from campgrounds
Drilling in state parks must be 300 feet from campgrounds COLUMBUS Proposed rules for allowing
Judge will reveal Jordan Brown decision 2 p.m. Friday
Judge will reveal Jordan Brown decision 2 p.m. Friday new castle, pa. Closing arguments ended at
Nick Petrella, Boulevard Tavern owner, dies
Nick Petrella, Boulevard Tavern owner, dies YOUNGSTOWN Nick Petrella, 65, owner of The Boulevard
Health career workshop next week
The NEO HealthForce Career Workshop will be from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 18 in the Community Outreach Center in Champion Presbyterian Church, 4997 Mahoning Ave. NW.
Columbiana BOE to discuss employee matter this afternoon
Columbiana Exempted Village Board of Education will have a special meeting at 3 p.m. today in the board room of the high school.
Earth Day event will be a repurposed sale
Earth Day event will be a repurposed sale BOARDMAN Boardman United Methodist Preschool and Child
Parents announce Hubbard-Verdi wedding plans
The parents of Carrie Hubbard and Nicholas Verdi are announcing the engagement of their children.
Plans made for Miss Pappas to marry Mr. Wills
POLAND Thomas G. and Anna Pappas and Rusty and Linda Wills are announcing the engagement and
Salem’s Citizens of Honor will be inducted at dinner
SALEM During the Salem Founders’ Day Dinner on April 24, two men will be officially inducted as
Public invited to open house to support Harding robotics team
The Warren G. Harding FIRST Robotics Team, Delphi ELITE, Team 48, will have an open house from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday in the small gym at Warren G. Harding High School to talk about the successful season the team has had.
Springfield to upgrade stop signs, sets clean-up day
Four-way stop signs will be installed Monday at the intersection of Sandy Court and Midway in the Carousel Corners development off Calla Road.
Yummy Mummy's opening Saturday in East Side library
A new cafe will open Saturday in the East Side branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, 430 Early Road. “Yummy Mummy’s” will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. that day, offering 20 percent opening day discounts on orders of $5 or more.
10 area residents indicted on heroin, coke charges
Four Youngstown residents and a Farrell, Pa., resident are among 10 people indicted by a federal grand jury on cocaine and heroin trafficking charges, the U.S. Attorney announced Wednesday.
Closing remarks expected to begin today in Jordan Brown case
Testimony is finished in the murder case of 14-year-old Jordan Brown, who is charged with killing his father’s pregnant fiance.
A tale of two teams at YSU
It’s the best of times for the Youngstown State offense, but the defense is still searching for consistency
Poland village panel to recommend cuts in face of projected $200K deficit
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND Seeking to lower a projected $200,000 deficit, the
YSU notebook
Spring game change: After playing on Saturday afternoons his first two years, YSU coach Eric Wolford moved this year’s Red-White game to 7:30 p.m. Friday.
YSU renovations likely to begin in May
Work to renovate three auditoriums at Youngstown State University is set to begin next month.
Raiders’ standout impressed by Akron’s coaches and facilities
As an elementary student at the old McGuffey school in Warren, Anita Brown received a promise from her teacher, P.J. Notar.
Youngstown, Mahoning officials: Health merger information valuable
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Youngstown and Mahoning County public health
Kokrak subject of magazine feature
Jason Kokrak’s prodigious hitting ability has caught the attention of the golf world.
Youngstown cops probe beatings with bats
Youngstown police are investigating two separate Tuesday beatings involving baseball bats.
Preps at a glance
BASEBALL CAN. CENT. CATH. 12, WEST BRANCH 5 CCC0135111—12151 W. Branch3000200—586 Krupar,
Man charged with stalking ex-wife with sex toys Web ad
Staff report NEW CASTLE, PA. A man is charged with stalking and harassing his ex-wife after he
Vindicator player of the year will vie for starting role as a freshman
He won’t be shooting hoops down the street from his house anymore. He won’t be playing with teammates that he’s known all his life. And that red and black Wildcat No. 3 jersey he proudly wore — it will be handed down to somebody else.
‘Realistic’ financial projection requested by Liberty schools panel
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty The fiscal commission prodded and picked at
Trumbull officials to announce schizophrenia program
Staff report WARREN Mental health officials will announce Friday morning the start of FIRST
Gasser Chair Co. odds-on fave
Gasser Chair Co. Inc. President Mark Gasser and account manager Chris Dravis stand by a chair assembled at Gasser’s Mahoning Valley factory. The chair will be used in the Horseshoe Casino in Cleveland, set to open in May.
New this week
NEw this week Cabin in the Woods (R) Five friends go for a break at a remote cabin and get more
Give Congress a do-over
Opinion: By E. THOMAS McCLANAHAN McClatchy Newspapers President Barack Obama laid down a marker to the
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Nicholas J. Verdi, 26, of 6805 Mayfield Road No. 310,
BUSINESS DIGEST || Free workshop
Free workshop LIBERTY Homeowners at risk of foreclosure or individuals unable to get home loans
Obama campaign is ready for a ‘ramping up’ on Romney
Associated Press WASHINGTON For all the turmoil of the long primary season, President Barack
Democratic chairman beats back challenge
Associated Press COLUMBUS The chairman of the Ohio Democratic Party on Wednesday handily beat
Murder charge brought in Fla. shooting
Amid furious public pressure to make an arrest in the Trayvon Martin slaying, the special prosecutor on the case went for the maximum Wednesday, bringing a second-degree murder charge against the neighborhood watch captain who shot the unarmed black teenager.
Rusty Wallace one of five newest nominees for NASCAR HOF
Combined dispatches Ray Fox, Anne B. France, Wendell Scott, Ralph Seagraves and Rusty Wallace were
Weighing ups & downs of legalizing illicit drugs
Opinion: WASHINGTON Amelioration of today’s drug problem requires Americans to understand the significance
Woman regains consciousness
Staff report WARREN The nearly-dead woman who was dumped onto the pavement near a gasoline pump
YSU baseball falls to Kent St.
Staff report Kent Kent State scored six runs in the third inning and four in the eighth to
Pitching, defense get Tribe beat
Associated Press Cleveland For four games, the Cleveland Indians had trouble hitting when it
Bourque scores 2 in Predators’ win
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Gabriel Bourque scored two goals in his postseason debut, and
Hannity contacted by shooter
Associated Press NEW YORK Fox News Channel’s Sean Hannity has become the second cable news host
N. Korea is poised to launch rocket
Associated Press PYONGYANG, North Korea North Korea was poised Thursday to send a rocket into
struthers Safety project to begin soon
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com Struthers A long-awaited safety project is beginning
It’s become fence-mending time for Romney
Associated Press WASHINGTON Now is the time for Mitt Romney to mend his Republican fences and
Doggone it! Cavaliers fall to Pacers in OT, eliminated from playoff hunt
Associated Press cleveland One of Indiana’s players wrestled Cleveland’s furry mascot before the
New stop signs to be installed in development
By Mary Grzebieniak news@vindy.com NEW SPRINGFIELD Four-way stop signs will be installed
Ohio nursing-home funds will be tied to standards
Associated Press TOLEDO Beginning this year, nursing homes in Ohio will need to show that
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas,SDRq New Castle Playhouse. Auditions will
METRO DIGEST || Eastwood hotel plans proceed
Hotel plans proceed NILES The Cafaro Co. says it plans to move forward with its hotel and
Cheddar’s Casual Cafe will open in Boardman
Staff report BOARDMAN A new family-dining franchise is coming to Boardman. A 9,000-square-foot
Woman pleads not guilty to vehicular-homicide charge
Staff Report YOUNGSTOWN A 21-year-old Alliance woman was arraigned in Youngstown Municipal Court
US transportation official visits Valley
The man responsible for day-to-day operations of the U.S. Department of Transportation visited the city Wednesday, meeting with small-business owners for a White House-sponsored round- table discussion at the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber.
Prices of natural gas dip below $2
Associated Press NEW YORK The price of natural gas has dropped below $2 for the first time in a
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
POLICE CALLS in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD
Shatner to discuss career in Cleveland
Staff report CLEVELAND Television and movie star William Shatner will come to the State Theater
Luncheon planned
Luncheon planned BOARDMAN The Help Hotline Crisis Center Victims’ Assistance Program is having
BP’s investment in the Valley deserves cheers, not jeers
Editorial: London-based energy behemoth BP, the second largest oil and gas producer in the nation, is
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Area Agency on Aging 11 Board of Directors, noon, Niles office, 5555 Youngstown-
Luggage tags ID suspect in puppy abandonment
Associated Press TOLEDO An Ohio man accused of zipping six bulldog-mix puppies into a suitcase
Workshop planned
Workshop planned CHAMPION The NEO HealthForce Career Workshop will be from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Be careful what you wish for
Opinion: By Caroline Poplin McClatchy-Tribune As we wait for the Supreme Court to render its verdict on
NIGHTLIFE
American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630 Fri: Night Owls, 7 p.m. to
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Ex-Miss USA reaches plea deal in DUI case HIGHLAND PARK, Mich. Rima Fakih, the
Who needs government?
Opinion: By Kevin Horrigan St. Louis Post-Dispatch I want government to leave me alone. I’m sick of it.
Nude maid service raises eyebrows in Texas
Associated Press LUBBOCK, Texas Police in this staunchly conser- vative West Texas city are
‘Miracle’ morgue baby is improving
‘Miracle’ morgue baby is improving buenos aires, argentina A mother in Argentina says she fell
ODNR issues permit for a Utica Shale well
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has issued a new permit for a Utica Shale well to Chesapeake Exploration LLC, a subsidiary of Oklahoma City-based Chesapeake Energy Corp.
Syria vows to stop fighting by deadline
Associated Press BEIRUT Syria promised to comply with a U.N.-brokered cease-fire beginning
What’s behind autism Some questions and answers
Q. What causes autism? A. That’s what researchers are trying to figure out with a host of
Coroner: Montrose’s death was a suicide
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES Hard-rock guitarist Ronnie Montrose died of a self-inflicted
Pub crawl wrestles with ideas
Expect some luchadores at the Cinco de Mayo pub crawl in downtown Youngstown. The Spanish Heritage
Pennsylvania State Police issue 31 texting-ban tickets
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. The Pennsylvania State Police said Wednesday its troopers have
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Correction: Paula Sattarelle and Larry Villers II, Girard,
Still a Toledo classic: Jamie Farr at Packard
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com WARREN Jamie Farr has got a million stories from his days
Panel denies Manson’s 12th bid for parole
Associated Press CORCORAN, Calif. A prison panel denied parole Wednesday to mass-murderer
Hurting our health?
Doctors say natural-gas drilling lacks research Associated Press PITTSBURGH Public-health
AUTISM’S CAUSES
By MIKE STOBBE AP Medical Writer ATLANTA More than $1 billion has been spent over the past
Kasich won’t spare killer
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Gov. John Kasich has denied clemency for the Portage
Penn State campus offers ‘Trifles’
Staff report Sharon, Pa. The Penn State-Shenango Drama Club will present “Trifles and Other
Mastodon’s new album: an exercise in heavy rock
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com The notion of sludge metal act Mastodon having a workout
Salem theater names new manager
Staff report SALEM Gary Kekel has been named the new manager of Salem Community Theatre.
"Buried Child"; digs into secrets that can ruin family
As its title suggests, “Buried Child” does not exactly make for an evening of light entertainment.
No secret about where president stands on same-sex marriage
Opinion: No secret about where president stands on same-sex marriage The point of an Associated Press
Comedian Mike Vecchione makes time for hometown show
Comedian Mike Vecchione admits to getting his butt kicked by jet lag.
“missing” (8 p.m., abc): On a new episode of “Missing,” Becca (Ashley Judd)
“missing” (8 p.m., abc): On a new episode of “Missing,” Becca (Ashley Judd) is getting frustrated by
Making a Point
The adage “you can’t rush greatness” is normally true, but there are notable moments when genius seemingly strikes on command.
Wednesday, April 11 (97 stories)
Ex-husband charged with internet harassment
A man is charged with stalking and harassing his ex-wife after he posted an ad for sex toys on the Internet that included her name and cell phone number, Shenango Township Police say.
Flyers rally to beat Penguins in overtime
Flyers rally to beat Penguins in overtime PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jakub Voracek beat Marc-Andre Fleury
Cafaro proceeding with hotel plans despite waiver denial
The Cafaro Co. says it plans to move forward with its hotel and banquet center at Eastwood Mall despite a county prosecutor’s ruling that denied the company’s request to waive tap-in fees.
Struthers’ Jacubec signs with California (Pa.)
Struthers’ Jacubec signs with California (Pa.) By Matthew Peaslee mpeaslee@vindy.com Struthers
Cavs lose in overtime
Cavs lose in overtime CLEVELAND (AP) — Danny Granger scored 23 points, five in overtime, and
CNN’s Cooper explains Dyngus Day laughter
CNN’s Cooper explains Dyngus Day laughter BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — CNN’s Anderson Cooper says he was
Woman arraigned in Youngstown traffic death
Woman arraigned in Youngstown traffic death YOUNGSTOWN A 21-year-old Alliance woman was
Luggage tags ID suspect in Ohio puppy abandonment
Luggage tags ID suspect in Ohio puppy abandonment TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — An Ohio man accused of
Official: Charges coming in Trayvon Martin death
Official: Charges coming in Trayvon Martin death SANFORD, Fla. (AP) — A law enforcement official
Zimmerman to face charges in Martin shooting
Zimmerman to face charges in Martin shooting Florida special prosecutor Angela Corey plans to
Texas mayor targeted in alleged murder plot
Texas mayor targeted in alleged murder plot DALLAS (AP) — Officials say a Texas mayor and an
Gingrich: Supporters want him to stay in GOP race
Gingrich: Supporters want him to stay in GOP race NEWARK, Del. (AP) — Newt Gingrich says
Manson skips 12th parole hearing, may be his last
Manson skips 12th parole hearing, may be his last CORCORAN, Calif. (AP) — Debra Tate hopes that
Police say 2 USC students killed in likely carjacking try
Police say 2 USC students killed in likely carjacking try LOS ANGELES (AP) — A gunman opened fire
Police: DNA links Ind. inmate to Ark. teen’s death
Police: DNA links Ind. inmate to Ark. teen’s death FORREST CITY, Ark. (AP) — Authorities say a DNA
Women hit with baseball bats in two episodes
Women hit with baseball bats in two episodes YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown police are investigating two
Inspiring Minds World Dining Tour planned
Inspiring Minds, a youth-focused non-profit organization, will have its 6th annual gala, the Inspired Tastes World Dining Tour, at 6 p.m. April 27 at St. Demetrios Community Center, 3223 Atlantic Street NE.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve
Auxiliary to meet
Auxiliary to meet YOUNGSTOWN VFW Post 6488 Auxiliary will meet at 4 p.m. Friday at the post
Dinner to benefit man in need of lung transplants
AUSTINTOWN A spaghetti dinner from noon to 5 p.m. April 29 at Austintown Middle School Cafeteria,
Drop off old appliances Saturday in Warren
The Geauga-Trumbull Solid Waste Management District will have a free appliance collection from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at its facility at 5138 Enterprise Blvd.
Counterfeiters suspected at Boardman Walmart too
The Boardman Walmart store’s loss prevention manager told police she believes the same two people who used counterfeit currency at two other Valley Walmarts also used it at her store.
Springfield leads but game is called
Two snow delays and the eventual suspension of the game weren’t able to cool down the Springfield High baseball team as they built a 12-2 lead over Inter-Tri County League rival Lisbon on Tuesday.
First witnesses testify at Pa. boy's murder trial
More than three years after the shotgun death of a pregnant woman, the suspect in her slaying is on trial in Lawrence County, Pa.
Sherrod Brown seeks more funding to fight blight
The Project Rebuild Act would cost more than twice as much as the Neighborhood Stabilization Plan that is ending as one means to contain federal spending.
Penguins’ Crosby, Malkin are eager for postseason
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Officials celebrate post-office opening at store in Liberty
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Area man teams up to cycle across the country
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Family identifies woman dumped at Warren service station
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More prep baseball results
Hank Schlueter had four hits, including a double, while Garrett Patrick and Devin Rice each added two hits for the Clippers (3-6, 3-1 ITCL Tier One). Nate Keylor and Alec Dumbauld each had two hits for the Bulldogs (1-7, 0-5).
Meeting on Mathews/Sheridan roundabout set April 19
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Prep Softball roundup
Shelby Turner (21-1) tossed a one-hit shutout, striking out seven and walking none for the team ranked second in the nation on an ESPN website. Virginia Spring doubled for Palm Beach (23-1). For Poland (6-1), Jenna Modic (2-1) struck out one and walked three batters. Taylor Miokovic singled in the second inning.
Brian Higgins resigns as McDonald basketball coach
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Road use near wells concerns Trumbull engineer
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Woman gets probation, chance to have charges dismissed in $46K Trinity church theft
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Serial robber in Valley sentenced to 171/2 years
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Mom’s Meals in N. Jackson
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Cafe Cimmento’s Orecchiette con Salsiccia
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Syria defies cease-fire plan
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Thin Mints
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Official: Rocket ready for launch
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Ship leaves New York to visit graves in Canada
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Santorum’s pragmatic move sets the November line-up
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Indians sign Santana through 2017
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Report: Shoddy records hurt job seekers’ chances
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Marlins’ Guillen apologizes, is suspended for Castro comment
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Best Buy CEO steps down
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Exposing Watergate would be tricky today
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About Mom’s Meals
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Catering to demand
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Actress tackles Obama effort
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Big appetite
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There has to be a better way than fracking to save economy
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Raiders resume dominant play on area fields
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Angels’ garage sale
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Women’s felony charges reduced
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Fraternity suspended at Miami U. in Oxford
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METRO DIGEST || Belle Vista road work
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Fire department gets $118,500 federal grant
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Hudson, reserves lead Cavs over Charlotte
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Santorum drops out of race
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Bucs fall to LA on late HR
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Cleveland’s Choo gives thumbs up to protector
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6-year sentence angers family of slaying victim
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‘Famous Chefs & Fabulous Recipes’ Cookbook serves as teaching utensil
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New Middletown waterline bids opened
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Bolindale Food Pantry ribbon-cutting is Thursday
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Springfield builds big lead before game is called
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Resurfacing of Belle Vista Road starts Wednesday
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South Range wins baseball game at Mineral Ridge
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Hudson leads Cavs past Charlotte
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Who’s the rich guy? Obama, Romney duel over status
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Woman in Vegas illegal surgery case flees to China
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Columbiana man to cycle across the country
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Attorney: Zimmerman defense fund website is real
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Mass. police put the squeeze on toothpaste thief
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Woman charged with faking cancer for NY weddings
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NYPD says stalker professed love to Alec Baldwin
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2 suspects plead guilty in Georgia militia plots
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Gerald Ford graffiti pops up in Michigan hometown
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Clinkscale gets six years for shootings
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Project Rebuild Act will fight blight here, Brown says
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No Stambaugh Academy board meeting today
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Youngstown a good place to raise a family, Forbes says
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American Legion will host events April 28
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Hartford-Badger Alumni Association is still accepting reservations for the 125th Annual Alumni
Biffle in lead as racing resumes
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Goodell upholds suspensions of Saints’ Payton, Vitt, Loomis
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Cavaliers keep Lester Hudson
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Veterinarian writes of war
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Boardman budget set at $16.9M
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN Township trustees and department leaders
BP meets, greets Valley; targets ’13 drilling
The roulette wheel has started to spin, but it’ll be nine months before the ball will drop, telling BP America and its 1,900 mineral-rights partners in Trumbull County whether they have landed on a winner.
Austintown trustees seek residents’ help
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Body found by river is ID’d
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Not much to look forward to
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Duff McKagan looks back on GNR
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5 reasons job market may be weaker
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Free lecture by authors of ‘Slovaks’
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In Israel, small steps toward peace
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New fiscal officer, 19, taking it all in stride
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A Buddy for Beo
Beo’s temporary home is with Paula and Dom Carella of Northeast Ohio Labrador Retriever Rescue, where he’s one of 19 labs and lab mixes.
We should all be as broke as the brokers
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Have you heard about the earthquake that has shaken Wall Street to
Big inning sends J-M past rival Springfield
By Brandon judeh sports@vindy.com North Jackson Dominance is something the Jackson-Milton High
GNR, Chili Peppers, Beastie Boys lead 2012 class Welcome to the Rock Hall
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How to succeed in just about anything
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No plea deals for murderers
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Agenda Wednesday
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University of Pittsburgh Wave of bomb threats leaves campus on edge
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Dozens of bomb threats at the University of Pittsburgh, including at
Food Bank program expands to Trumbull
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U.S. House must clear up bottleneck over transportation
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Judge in Jerry Sandusky’s abuse case issues gag order
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What’s the deal with TV and hotels? Two new reality shows — “Hotel
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Facebook to buy Instagram for $1B
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Indians still not hitting
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Police: Pets died in phony vet’s care
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S. Korea: North preps for nuke test
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Sheriff accused of misusing funds resigns
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Dow: below 13,000
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Grand jury won’t look into Trayvon’s death
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At 60, Sheely’s stands on its strong foundation
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Man faces charges in stabbing incident
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Injured woman left at gas station
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Poll: Public says auto bailouts helped US
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Boy faces multiple charges in school incident
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ACTION schedules annual fundraiser
Youngstown The faith-based community organizing group ACTION will have its 10th annual community
Study links injection wells, rise in quakes
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Nursing-home resident wanders away, found dead in parking lot
Staff report NILES An 84-year-old resident of Grace Woods Senior Living, 730 Youngstown-Warren
Brown to visit Valley today
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2 men confess they shot Okla. residents
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COLUMBIANA county Land by The Links for sale at $4.9M; golf course not included
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NEWSMAKERS
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Liberty officials OK 911-center pact
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Local communities eligible for funds
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Prebonick wins first bout at K.O. Drugs boxing tournament
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Punchless Indians lose to Chicago
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Jackson-Milton softball beats Springfield
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Boardman trustees unveil 2016 plan and budget
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Woman dumped from car in Warren
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Nursing-home resident wanders away, found dead in parking lot
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13-year-old charged with carrying concealed weapons
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BOOK SALES Westminster Presbyterian Church, 119 Stadium Drive, Boardman, will have its 56th annual
Cub Scouts to host Pinewood Derby Races
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Orrville Railroad Society is offering train excursion
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Calling artists: First Night needs design for its buttons
Design specifications Must depict the outside of Ohio One building. Must be a nighttime scene
Green leads Nets over Cavs
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McCutchen’s clutch hit stings Phillies
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Santana powers Indians victory
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Tebow draws big crowd at Texas Easter service
Associated Press GEORGETOWN, Texas Tim Tebow drew a crowd of about 15,000 to an outdoor Easter
Gas industry spurs new product sales for Pa. uniform store
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Natural-gas glut lowers boom on drilling
Associated Press NEW YORK The U.S. natural gas market is bursting at the seams. So much
Gas and oil industry yields 115 new businesses in county
The Williamsport Chamber of Commerce president said he never has seen an economic boom such as the one creating lines at local restaurants, no vacancies at area hotels and a general optimism among many capitalizing on the area’s expanding gas and oil industry.
Youngstown duo presents cabaret show in New York
By STEPHANIE OTTEY entertainment@vindy.com James McClellan and Liz Rubino have been staples in
Animal lovers now can get virtual views from Ohio zoo
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video game review
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‘60 Minutes’ interrogator did more than just interview subjects
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Precluding insider trading in Congress was long overdue
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Reality tempers father’s pride in son going off to war
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BOYS TRACK AND FIELD | District preview
BOARDMAN Coach: John Phillips, first year. 2011 record: 10-4. Returning Lettermen: Devin
Romney needs a heavy hitter
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Questlove SFlbon the hip-hop DREAM
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Campbell continues probe into $15K bill from AT&T
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Dustin Livesay | The Vindicator
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Ohio firefighters train online to stay certified
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Trumbull road work to use ‘bulk bid pricing’
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Housing scarce for homeless women vets
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YSU’s Watts seeking gains after major loss
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Truce plans scuttled
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7 Valley cycle clubs ride to pay tribute to Trayvon
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Phantoms heal as pressure eases
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Authorities try to ID body found at river
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Flyers’ Hartnell predicts ‘bloodbath’
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Experts: Casino will add to risks in Cleveland
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There are big gains to be made with an increase in bed tax
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Jewish council plans programs to commemorate the Holocaust
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KEY DATES | Mike Wallace’s career
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Rocket is in position in N. Korea
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On Easter, pope urges end to violence
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NEWSMAKERS
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From Doom To Boom
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Columbiana County man threatens firefighters with gun, then shoots himself to death
Staff report North Beaver, Pa. A Columbiana County man killed himself today after threatening
Sunday, April 8 (98 stories)
Watson wins Masters
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Officials plan autopsy to ID body found on banks of Mahoning River in Struthers
Officials plan autopsy to ID body found on banks of Mahoning River in Struthers Staff report
McCutchen, Pirates rally past Phillies again, 5-4
McCutchen, Pirates rally past Phillies again, 5-4 PITTSBURGH (AP) — Andrew McCutchen singled home
Tribe celebrates Santana’s birthday, first win of 2012 season
Tribe celebrates Santana’s birthday, first win of 2012 season Associated Press CLEVELAND
Motorcyclists ride 2 hours in Valley to honor Trayvon Martin
Motorcyclists ride 2 hours in Valley to honor Trayvon Martin By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK
Campbell continues to challenge $15K AT&T bill
Campbell continues to challenge $15K AT&T bill By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell
Animal Welfare seeks donations of pet toys, Puppy Chow
Animal Welfare seeks donations of pet toys, Puppy Chow Staff report HOWLAND The Animal Welfare
At least 38 killed in Easter car bombing near Christian church
At least 38 killed in Easter car bombing near Christian church Associated Press LAGOS, Nigeria
Ohio man arrested as suspect in dragging of deputy along road
Ohio man arrested as suspect in dragging of deputy along road Associated Press MANSFIELD, Ohio
Casinos will add to addictive risks in Ohio, experts say
Casinos will add to addictive risks in Ohio, experts say Associated Press CLEVELAND Casino
Kasich on ‘Meet the Press’ predicts close presidential race in Ohio
Kasich on ‘Meet the Press’ predicts close presidential race in Ohio Associated Press COLUMBUS
CBS News legend Mike Wallace dies at 93
CBS News legend Mike Wallace dies at 93 Associated Press NEW YORK Mike Wallace didn’t
Children host reception for parents’ 50th
EDINBURG, PA. Family and friends of Ivan and Theresa Panezich of Edinburg, Pa., honored the couple
Scouts will again clean up the park
Scouts will again clean up the park YOUNGSTOWN The 30th annual Mill creek MetroParks Earth Day
SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Auxiliary Seniors will meet at 1 p.m. Tuesday in the Great Hall at St. Nicholas Church on Fifth
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, Walking Club at
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Hitchcock Woods will meet at 6 p.m. for “Plant It and Leave It” at Lutz Greenhouse, Pine
Forget-Me-Not Gala to benefit those afflicted with Alzheimer’s
Staff report CANFIELD The Greater East Ohio Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association will honor a
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
MASONIC GROUPS
MONDAY LB Circle, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Eat’n Park.
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY Joseph Walter Litwin
Address: Magnolia Manor, Smithfield, Va.; resided in the family home on Water Street in Poland until
Youngstown Deltas will offer healthful options
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Members of the Youngstown Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority,
FEDERATED CLUBS
FEDERATED CLUBS WEDNESDAY Fortnightly IV will meet at 7:30 p.m. for a spring flowers program.
Cash mob alert for April 21
Mahoning Valley Cash Mob will gather between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. April 21 at Bartell’s Cupcakery, 14 State St.
No surprise — YSU offense is awesome
YSU’s young defense is exposed in scrimmage by experienced offensive unit By JOE SCALZO
Growers fret over spring’s frosts
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com CANFIELD The mild winter and early spring have been
Phantoms defeat Indiana, earn home-ice advantage for playoffs
Phantoms defeat Indiana, earn home-ice advantage for playoffs By tom williams williams@vindy.com
Mahoning Ext. director offers tips on avoiding food spoilage, illness
Staff report CANFIELD As picnic season approaches, the Mahoning County Extension Office of The
KO Drugs Boxing tournament begins Monday at Palermo Center
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com The 25th annual K.O. Drugs High School Boxing Tournament will
Donko pitches no-hitter; Irish and Springfield split
— Saturday’s Prep baseball and softball — Staff report STRUTHERS Sam Donko threw a no-hitter,
Check out the growth at Hubbard’s library
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Hubbard When it comes to anniversaries, 75 years is
YSU baseball, softball swept
Staff report Dayton Wright State completed a three-game sweep of Youngstown State with an 8-2
Canfield high-schoolers excel in art contests
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield Canfield High School is teeming with talented
Petraglia at home in Bell-Wick
Johnny Petraglia Jr., who recently participated in the PBA Hubbard Open in March, felt at home at
New fire engine, expansion of station planned in Poland
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND The Western Reserve Joint Fire District is moving
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES VETERANS Veterans Outreach seeks building for its offices Veterans Outreach, a
Gunshots injure 4 on Youngstown’s North Side
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A fight at a party on the city’s North Side
In Texas, gas wells everywhere
A gas-drilling rig operates on the banks of the Trinity River just east of downtown Fort Worth, Texas. The rig is working for Chesapeake Energy to extract natural gas from the Barnett Shale.
THINGS GO JUST RIGHT FOR LEFTY
PHIL Mickelson is one shot behind the leader, in search of his fourth green jacket Associated
Pope ushers in Easter with vigil
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Pope Benedict XVI, carrying a tall, lit candle, ushered in
Arlington foundation proves to be an asset
By Caitlin Cook The NewsOutlet.org ARLINGTON, Texas A new aquarium in the lobby of the Lake
Public backlash leads to limits, moratoriums
Gary Hogan heard the trucks before he saw them. Standing in his backyard, he phoned his Fort Worth councilman, the late Chuck Silcox.
Indians waste gem by Jimenez
Associated Press CLEVELAND After starting a benches-clearing incident, being suspended and
Firing of Prosecutor Macejko is a cautionary tale for others
Editorial: Youngstown Mayor Charles P. Sammarone had no choice but to fire city Prosecutor Jay Macejko, given
Oil, gas industry boosted Fort Worth economy before moving on
Cars were rolling off of the lot almost as quickly as they were rolling on back in 2007-2008, recalls Troy Young of Mike Carlson Motor Co. in Fort Worth, Texas.
Wooing female voters a problem for Romney
Associated Press WASHINGTON Mitt Romney is starting to hone his appeal to female voters, acutely
Malkin scores 50th goal as Pens double up Flyers
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Evgeni Malkin watched the puck hit the back of the net, dropped to
GEMOLOGIST WINS THE WOOD
I’ll Have Another and Done Talking also winners Associated Press NEW YORK Gemologist won the
WORLD DIGEST || Teen breaks up with teacher after arrest
Teen breaks up with teacher after arrest MODESTO, Calif. A Northern California teen who made
Presley wins it for Pirates in the 10th
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Alex Presley singled with two outs in the bottom of the 10th to lift
Eliminate a Youngstown judgeship
Opinion: A cynic surveying the room may have said to himself, “It’s the largest gathering of freeloaders the
Uptick in interest
Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. Spending by visitors to the nation’s largest American Indian
Producer fired over edited 911 call
Associated Press NEW YORK NBC News has fired a producer for editing a recording of George
Residents fearful after shootings in Oklahoma
Associated Press TULSA, Okla. Residents of Tulsa’s predominantly black north side said Saturday
Youngstown students show talent
Opinion: Youngstown students show talent The students attending Youngstown Chaney and East High School
Subject: Tree and shrub pruning.
Subject: Tree and shrub pruning. Date: April 23 Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Place: Canfield
Sleeping on the bed tax
Opinion: The Mahoning County commissioners are sleeping on the debate over whether to increase the county bed
No deaths in jet crash: a ‘Good Friday miracle’
Associated Press VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. A 12-ton Navy jet loaded with tons of diesel fuel crashes
Group will be guest at regional event
Staff report PITTSBURGH The Youngstown Area Community Concert Band has been selected to perform
PTA: Pops Take Authority
By KEN GORDON The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS At one time, Robert Ragland equated membership
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Ohioans killed in war honored
Associated Press HAMILTON, Ohio Three Ohio National Guard soldiers killed in a suicide
Ask Mr. Know It All
By Gary Clothier Q. I hope you can solve a 60-year-old mystery for me. In the late 1940s, the war
The First Easter
Editorial: And when the sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Solome, had
Titanic graveyard
By ROB GILLIES Associated Press HALIFAX, Nova Scotia Among the graves of Fairview Lawn
Easter Sunday to remember
Opinion: The Okinawa D-Day invasion which fell on April 1, 1945, Easter Sunday, as well as April Fools Day,
Christians in Holy Land pray on Easter Saturday
Associated Press JERUSALEM Thousands of Christians gathered near Jerusalem’s Church of the Holy
City man faces multiple charges
YOUNGSTOWN Deray Johnson, 24, of 46 W. Princeton Ave., pleaded innocent Friday in Youngstown
Pilot error caused crash, NTSB says
Associated Press SALINA, Pa. Federal investigators say pilot error caused the crash of a plane
newsmakers
newsmakers Popular painter Kinkade dies in Calif. SAN FRANCISCO Artist Thomas Kinkade once
record reviews
Nicki Minaj Album: “Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded” (Cash Money/ Universal Republic) Grade: B
OSHP snags $2.1M haul of marijuana in SW Ohio
Associated Press WILMINGTON, Ohio The State Highway Patrol says troopers pulled over a minivan
Establishing a good ‘HDMI handshake’
Q. I have my set-top cable box and Blu-ray player connected to my receiver via HDMI. Another HDMI
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending March 31
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Lover Reborn” by J.R. Ward (NAL) 2. “Guilty Wives” by James Patterson and
Air Force lab awards pact for equipment
Associated Press DAYTON A research laboratory at Ohio’s Wright-Patterson Air Force Base has
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels Q. Could you tell me the closing theme song for the Perry Como show? A. Como,
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Boardman Township trustees, special meeting at 4:45 p.m., regular meeting at 5:30
MILESTONES
MILESTONES SCOUTS Girl earns Gold Award Lauren Illencik, a senior at Cardinal Mooney High
Voter referendums are a threat to Ohio and should be reined in
Opinion: Ohio’s sovereignty is at risk every time a referendum is put on the ballot. The General Assembly
Company finds niche in fracking materials, equipment
To Pam Percival, the gas-and-oil-well industry is far more than men out in a field with some machinery and a teeter-totter piece of metal that pivots up and down.
The top iPhone apps on App Store:
The top iPhone apps on App Store: Paid apps: v Angry Birds Space (Rovio Mobile Ltd.) v Draw
Enter our essay contest to win your own
HER STORY: McKenna Brooks, a fourth-grader and successful gymnast, finds it challenging to balance
TRUMBULL, COLUMBIANA, MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts Trumbull COUNTY Marriage licenses David A. Beaumont, 24, of 1725 Roberts Lane NE,
Years Ago
Today is Easter Sunday, April 8, the 99th day of 2012. There are 267 days left in the year.
‘Keeping it in the family’
Star Tribune MINNEAPOLIS Chris Smith grimaced as he surveyed the faded floral carpet in his
Earth-friendly events
Earth-friendly events YOUNGSTOWN Two earth-friendly events are scheduled for the Covelli Centre
Industry creates demand for supplies
There’s a good chance that the small flag or windsock flapping in the breeze near a gas or oil well was imprinted and sold by a company based in Fort Worth, Texas.
Langella tells all in ‘Dropped Names’
“Dropped Names: Famous Men and Women as I Knew Them,” by Frank Langella; Harper (356 pages, $25.99)
Hissing well gives residents in Arlington a wake-up call
Last April, residents of an Arlington neighborhood awoke to hissing sounds from a nearby gas well.
Vegetables with values
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Faith meets fun in popular children’s television series
New photo business
New photo business STRUTHERS A new photo studio, Photography by Jen, will host a ribbon cutting
Authors to discuss Slovak heritage book
Authors to discuss Slovak heritage book YOUNGSTOWN Loretta Ekoniak and Susan Summers will
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METRO DIGEST || NWS Skywarn training Tuesday at CCCTC
Columbiana County Emergency Management Agency will host the annual Skywarn training provided by the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh on Tuesday at the Columbiana County Career and Technical Center, 9364 state Route 45.
Workshop on spring at Villa Maria Spirtuality Center
Villa Maria Education & Spirituality Center will offer a one-day workshop, “Spring Song,” from 2 to 4 p.m. April 22 with Frank Romeo, director emeritus of land management.
Phantoms win in overtime
Phantoms win in overtime YOUNGSTOWN Chris Bradley scored 13 seconds into overtime, lifting the
Pirates beat Phillies in 10 innings
Pirates beat Phillies in 10 innings PITTSBURGH (AP) — Alex Presley singled home Mike McKenry with
Villa Maria sets two whimsical walks for parents, kids
Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center’s family series will include two imaginative and whimsical walks from 1:30 to 3 p.m. April 19 and 22.
KO Drugs Boxing tournament gets underway on Monday
KO Drugs Boxing tournament gets underway on Monday By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com The 25th
Volunteer briefing for highway cleanup, appliance recycling at Covelli
Two earth-friendly events are scheduled for the Covelli Centre on April 14.
Indians lose again in extra innings
Indians lose again in extra innings CLEVELAND (AP) — Rajai Davis hit a two-run double in the 12th
Pentagon workers plan wedding at Stambaugh
Reinaldo and Wildemina Sanchez of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Eva Rae Sanchez, of Washington, D.C., and Lt. Col. Thomas Eugene Hoskins, also of Washington.
Parents announce engagement and June wedding
The parents of Amy Suszczynski and C.J. Close are announcing the engagement and coming marriage of
Brightman-Wyer, Kohn wedding to be in Boyd, Texas
FORT WORTH, TEXAS Relisha A. Brightman-Wyer and Jerry D. Kohn Jr., both of Fort Worth, Texas, are
Miss Hostetler, Mr. Seara will marry June 16
FOWLER Tom and Apryl Hostetler of Fowler are announcing the engagement and coming marriage of
Miss Fisher to marry Mr. Best in open ceremony
POLAND Katherine Fisher and Royce Best, both of Poland, are announcing their engagement and plans
Megan Clune and William Sullivan will wed in June
HUBBARD Stephen and Andrea Clune of Hubbard are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Megan
Four injured in N. Side shooting after fight over stereo equipment
YOUNGSTOWN — Four Youngstown residents were shot on the city’s North Side early today after a fight at a party over stereo equipment, police said.
Houston couple plan to marry in New Orleans
HOUSTON Jennifer and Matt Esfahani are announcing the engagement and upcoming marriage of their
SOCIETY DIGEST || Animal shelter in need of toys, treats and chow
Animal shelter in need of toys, treats and chow WARREN Animal Welfare Shelter, 545 Brunsteller
Warren man hit with frying pan
A 64-year-old Burton Street Southeast man told police a female he has known for about a year hit him in the head with a frying pan while holding a knife Thursday morning.
Emerald ash borer now confirmed in Columbiana County
Ohio Department of Agriculture officials have confirmed the presence of emerald ash borer in Columbiana and Guernsey counties.
Phantoms' shorthanded sting
Steel penalty killers deliver game-changing goal By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com BOARDMAN
Youngstown prosecutor’s office shake-up brings 2nd firing
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Bret Hartup, an assistant city prosecutor at
State: Youngstown owes $4.75M in back taxes over Covelli
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Ohio Department of Taxation rejected the
‘Bam’ becomes a man for YSU football
By Joe scalzo scalzo@vindy.com Youngstown When Dubem Nwadiogbu was a freshman at Peachtree
Improved play on the green is key for Kokrak
By john bassetti bassetti@vindy.com An inscription on a priest’s coffee mug playfully reads:
Natural gas drives TCU efforts
Unbelievably, the most-unique aspect of Ken Morgan’s Honda Civic is not the large, purple horned frog draped across the vehicle’s bright white exterior.
Youngstown motorcycle clubs to ride in memory of Trayvon Martin
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Dozens of motorcyclists and motorcycle
Valley’s Greeks worry about homeland
By Chelsea Telega The News Outlet BOARDMAN Nick Harris sat at a table in the social hall of
YSU softball team has winning streak snapped
Staff report Chicago The Youngstown State softball team’s five-game winning streak was snapped
Follow the recycling road
Canfield Village Middle School students used the ‘Wizard of Oz’ theme for their program By PETER
Prep sports roundup
BASEBALL Liberty 13, Jackson-Milton 7 NORTH JACKSON Vic Byce had three hits and Dom Gore
Man changes plea to guilty in Ponzi scheme
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A man changed his plea to guilty in federal court to all 30 counts in an
Dems: 'Buffett' tax proposal is ‘about fairness’
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Democratic proposal to impose a minimum
Sweet on Easter
Greg Jonesof Giannios Candy Co. in Struthers, watches the last of this season’s peanut-butter eggs come down the assembly line.
Clear Creek in Columbiana County prospers
By Burton Speakman bspeakman@vindy.com New WATERford Persistence and an unwillingness to say
Cyclist killed
Cyclist killed ellwood city, pa. A motorcycle accident killed a Fombell, Pa., man, Pennsylvania
God resides in His creations
Where is God? A likely response might be, “In heaven.” The artists’ depiction of heaven and,
Union, township debate funds transfer
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty The police union and township officials are
Vrabel’s attitude, success a bonus as an OSU coach
By Tim May The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS Urban Meyer’s standing order to his Ohio State
Boards discuss merging of agencies this year
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Mental Health and Alcohol
Loud noises spark memories of shooting
Associated Press CHARDON When a student injured in a Northeast Ohio high-school shooting
Woman’s death ruled homicide
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The Trumbull County coroner has confirmed that Valerie L.
Expect Pens and Flyers to behave today
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Flying sticks. Pointed fingers. Postgame putdowns. And that was
COUPLES’ DAY
Patron favorite shares lead; Rory McIlroy is one back Associated Press augusta, ga. All signs
Navy jet crashes into Va. complex
Associated Press VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. A fighter jet that malfunctioned just after takeoff
Ex-teacher charged with sexual abuse
Associated Press MODESTO, Calif. A former California teacher who made national headlines when
METRO DIGEST || Ground wire stolen
Ground wire stolen WARREN Ohio Edison says the thief or thieves who took 70 feet of braided,
Reports: Facebook to list with Nasdaq
Reports: Facebook to list with Nasdaq NEW YORK Facebook will list its shares with Nasdaq,
Pope leads rites on Good Friday
Associated Press ROME Pope Benedict XVI encouraged those threatened by unemployment and other
ICC prosecutor: Warlord Kony will be arrested in 2012
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS The prosecutor of the International Criminal Court says he has
Mother pleads guilty in malnutrition death
Associated Press CINCINNATI The mother of a 14-year-old girl who had cerebral palsy and weighed
Cavs win with coach ejected
By Tom Reed Cleveland Plain Dealer TORONTO Cavaliers coach Byron Scott could have picked
Report leaves Romney, Obama wary
Associated Press WASHINGTON The nation’s steady-but-modest job growth presents political
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Season: The Warren JFK graduate has competed in 10 events on
Evaluate education costs
Opinion: Argus Leader (Sioux Falls): Some would argue the cost of a college education is priceless. But
US job market takes a break
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. job market took a breather in March after its best hiring
Pirates are looking to finish what they start
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Clint Hurdle’s 2012 mantra for the Pittsburgh Pirates comes with its
Ex-regime figure to run for president
Ex-regime figure to run for president CAIRO A former strongman of ousted President Hosni
news shows
news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Pastor Rick Warren,
‘Rainbow Grille’ caps fine season for YSU theater
By STEPHANIE OTTEY entertainment@vindy.com The current season at Youngstown State University
Youngstown police investigate robbery, cutting of woman
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating the robbery and cutting of an East Side woman
Bishop’s visit
Bishop’s visit youngstown The Right Rev. Mark Hollingsworth Jr. will make the annual visitation
House dedicated to vocations to open
Staff report youngstown Bishop George V. Murry of the Diocese of Youngstown has announced the
newsmakers
newsmakers Re-cut ‘Bully’ version will get PG-13 rating LOS ANGELES In a move that allows both
Executions in Ohio are resuming
Opinion: COLUMBUS Attorney General Mike DeWine has released the 2011 Capital Crimes Annual Report, the
Baseball in need of zaniness
Opinion: By Paul Dickson McClatchy-Tribune GARRETT PARK, Md. As the 2012 Major League Baseball season
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Alex R. Oles, 24, of 6582 Harvest Ridge Drive,
Friendship knows no color
Opinion: This is a short story about two boys — one black, one white — who grew up together on Youngstown’s
bridge Weekly quiz
bridge Weekly quiz Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: xVoid u9 6 5 2 vA Q J 9 5 2 wQ 8 7
orthodox easter | Services planned
Area Orthodox churches will observe Palm Sunday this weekend with Holy Week following. Orthodox
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments this week against these people on these charges:
Stewardship event is April 28
Staff report boardman The Stewardship Commissions of the Diocese of Youngstown and St. Charles
The top 20 concert tours, ranked by average box- office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
The top 20 concert tours, ranked by average box- office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
Terry Bradshaw’s daughter signs a recording contract
By CHRIS TALBOTT AP Entertainment Writer NASHVILLE, Tenn. When Rachel Bradshaw was a little
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, April 7, the 98th day of 2012. There are 268 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
All-American Rejects: To ‘Hell’ and back
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Having been to hell and back proved to be just what rock
Brotherhood breaks promise; Egypt’s future now uncertain
Editorial: As the world awaits the verdict in the criminal trial of deposed Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, a
birthdays
birthdays Sitar player Ravi Shankar is 92. Actor James Garner is 84. Country singer Cal Smith is
Judge orders psychological evaluation
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Youngstown man charged with punching a
Texas wind energizes gleanPower owner
By NICOLE STEMPAK The NewsOutlet.org KRUM, Texas In a farming neighborhood with dirt roads,
Town faces grim future as Nokia transfers jobs to Asia
Associated Press SALO, Finland Tomi Marjuaho repaired mobile phones for 10 years in the town of
COMMITMENT
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com youngstown Priests in the Diocese of Youngstown renewed
“It’s kind of our Super Bowl of the year.”
“It’s kind of our Super Bowl of the year.” John Giannios, who along with his brother, Greg, owns
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Thieves steal dangerous electrical wire from Warren
Ohio Edison says the thief or thieves who took 70 feet of braided, steel ground wire from a substation on Mahoning Avenue are putting themselves at great risk and raising costs for all electricity users.
Steel sting Phantoms
Steel sting Phantoms BOARDMAN Charlie O’Connor’s shorthanded goal in the third period snapped a
Resident escapes West Side fire, pets rescued, firefighter injured
Youngstown firefighter Joseph Wrenn was admitted to St. Elizabeth Health Center for exhaustion suffered while fighting a fire at 16 South Lakeview Avenue on the West Side Friday afternoon.
Jamison leads Cavs past Raptors
Jamison leads Cavs past Raptors TORONTO (AP) — Antawn Jamison scored 16 of his 25 points in the
‘Bam’ becomes a man for YSU football
‘Bam’ becomes a man for YSU football By Joe scalzo scalzo@vindy.com Youngstown When Dubem
Kokrak seeks improved putting
Kokrak seeks improved putting By john bassetti bassetti@vindy.com An inscription on a priest’s
Kan. says Mega Millions winner has come forward
Kan. says Mega Millions winner has come forward TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas Lottery officials say
Local motorcycle clubs ride Easter Sunday in support of Trayvon Martin
Local motorcycle clubs ride Easter Sunday in support of Trayvon Martin
Dems tout proposed tax on millionaires
Dems tout proposed tax on millionaires YOUNGSTOWN — A Democratic proposal to impose a minimum
Youngstown garbage pickup follows regular schedule
Youngstown garbage pickup follows regular schedule
Assistant law director at the center of a controversial text-message investigation gets fired
Assistant prosecutor at the center of a controversial text-message investigation gets fired
Kan. says Mega Millions winner has come forward
Kan. says Mega Millions winner has come forward TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas Lottery officials have
Pa. man dies in motorcycle accident in Ellwood City
Pa. man dies in motorcycle accident in Ellwood City
Navy jet crashes into Va, apartments; fuel dumped first
Navy jet crashes into Va, apartments; fuel dumped first VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (AP) — A local
Texas man gets life in teen baby sitter’s death
Texas man gets life in teen baby sitter’s death LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) — A West Texas man will spend
Navy jet crashes in Virginia, 2 aviators eject
Navy jet crashes in Virginia, 2 aviators eject VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (AP) — A Navy jet with two
Boat overturns near NY’s Liberty Island; 3 rescued
Boat overturns near NY’s Liberty Island; 3 rescued NEW YORK (AP) — Authorities say three crew
Newark airport security breach prompts review
Newark airport security breach prompts review NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Security officials at New
Fla. man pleads guilty to bilking Mahoning Valley investors in Ponzi scheme
Fla. man pleads guilty to bilking Mahoning Valley investors in Ponzi scheme
Ohio college students rally against gay-hate crimes
Ohio college students rally against gay-hate crimes
External review of U. of Michigan porn case begins
External review of U. of Michigan porn case begins ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — An external
Bosnia marks 20 years of the beginning of its war
Bosnia marks 20 years of the beginning of its war SARAJEVO, Bosnia-Herzegovina (AP) — Exactly
Syria steps up offensives ahead of cease-fire
Syria steps up offensives ahead of cease-fire BEIRUT (AP) — Troops loyal to Syrian President
US economy adds 120K jobs
US economy adds 120K jobs WASHINGTON (AP) — Employers pulled back sharply on hiring last month, a
Police: Officer killed in Austin, suspect arrested
Police: Officer killed in Austin, suspect arrested AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A police officer was shot
Ga. Easter egg hunt canceled after past violence
Ga. Easter egg hunt canceled after past violence MACON, Ga. (AP) — An annual Easter egg hunt in
Power back on at SC nuclear plant after outage
Power back on at SC nuclear plant after outage YORK, S.C. (AP) — Power is back on at a South
Expert: Dog that fatally bit newborn not dangerous
Expert: Dog that fatally bit newborn not dangerous PITTSBURGH, Pa. (AP) — A defense expert says
$10K reward offered in Philadelphia brick attack
$10K reward offered in Philadelphia brick attack PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Investigators are looking for
Volunteers to plant chestnuts at Flight 93 site
Volunteers to plant chestnuts at Flight 93 site PITTSBURGH (AP) — Later this month volunteers will
Fish dinner canceled
Dinner canceled YOUNGSTOWN Holy Apostles Parish at Sts. Peter & Paul Church, 421 Covington St.,
Ulster Project schedules fundraisers
BOARDMAN The Mahoning Valley Ulster Project has been bringing 15-year-olds from the Belfast area
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS NARFE Chapter 14 will have a luncheon meeting at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Youngstown
Grazianos lead Girard to victory
The Girard baseball team, led by a pair of brothers, capitalized on six LaBrae errors to post a 7-2 victory on Thursday at Tod Park.
WAR IN AFGHANISTAN Ohioans killed in suicide bombing
Combined Dispatches COLUMBUS Three U.S. soldiers killed in a suicide attack this week in
Vrabel, Tinkey lead Canfield in AAC
By brandon judeh sports@vindy.ocm Canfield For four consecutive games Canfield High’s Sarah
Stations of the Cross mark Good Friday, ills of modern world
A 32-acre oasis on the West Side named Meditation Park personifies beauty and peacefulness.
Roses from Israel to enhance area Passover tables tonight
Roses from Israel will grace the Passover tables of members of Temple El Emeth, 3970 Logan Way.
Fickiesen to leave YSU hoops team
By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.ocm Youngstown Youngstown State freshman point guard Kelsea
More high school softball results
Poland 19, Hubbard 0 POLAND Erin Gabriel tossed a no-hitter, striking out 12 and walking three.
Goal reached, MASCO director dons skirt
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN As the director of the Meshel MASCO workshop
Phantoms seek to end 4-game skid
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Phantoms ended March with a four-
Irresistible offer: free college credit
Ashley Lockhart couldn’t resist the opportunity to earn free college credit.
Officials OK pact for Austintown sewer project
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County commissioners approved a
Woman found shot to death in Warren Twp. ID’d
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Police have identified Valerie L. Warren, 42, of Pearl
DRILLING IN SHALE REGIONS || How Safe Is The Air?
Calvin Tillman stands in front of the town hall in Dish, Texas, a town of 200 where he was mayor and where more than 30 gas and oil wells have been drilled. He now travels the world advocating oil and gas accountability, and was in Canton last fall.
Today’s entertainment picks:
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Poland’s Julia Cooper is a ‘Rising Star’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Julia Cooper, a 12-year-old seventh-grader at Poland Middle
Austintown briefs
Student on Dean’s List Ellen O’Neill has been named to the Dean’s List for the 2Ol1 fall semester
Government convenience vs. a person’s sense of dignity
Editorial: Conventional wisdom holds that when conservative justices on the Supreme Court of the United States
Coast Guard sinks Japanese ghost ship
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Boardman sports briefs
BGMS track team tops Howland The Glenwood girls track team defeated Howland 44.5-44 to open its
Federal judge takes on Obama
Opinion: The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has a history of bold judges. Judges on that court during the
Young Americans less likely to drive
Associated Press WASHINGTON Driving is becoming so last-century. Since the end of World War
EASTER EGG HUNTS | Where to go in the Valley
Area Easter egg hunts and other activities as submitted to The Vindicator: mahoning county
CD RATES
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Ruling in rape case is appealed
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County prosecutor has appealed
US jobless claims hit 4-year low of 357,000
Associated Press WASHINGTON The number of people seeking U.S. unemployment benefits fell to a
Obama signs small-business law
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama signed bipartisan jobs legislation Thursday
Newspaper owner won’t interfere
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA One of the powerful business leaders who purchased Philadelphia’s
Energy profits rule
Opinion: By William A. COLLINS OtherWords Coal and oil, Nukes and gas; All make bucks For the upper
‘X Factor’ auditions at Covelli
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Auditions for Simon Cowell’s singing competition television show “The X
Allegiant to charge to stow carry-ons overhead
Staff report VIENNA Allegiant Air, which offers flights to leisure destinations through the
Agenda Saturday
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Wood Memorial is a key race for Gemologist
Associated Press NEW YORK Unbeaten but untested, Gemologist is ready for his Kentucky Derby
Man pleads guilty in Sony data breach
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American Cap Co. cited by OSHA
Staff report Wheatland, Pa. A Mercer County company faces $45,100 in safety fines from the U.S.
Saints’ Payton appeals to NFL
Associated Press NEW YORK Sean Payton slipped out a back entrance from NFL headquarters and
Energy companies fuel surge in charitable giving
By Nicole Stempak The NewsOutlet.org FORT WORTH, Texas The companies that are pulling gas and
Someone must speak for Trayvon
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Police investigate shooting of man
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Are city ward lines sacred?
Opinion: The Youngstown charter-review committee will recommend language change to the charter requiring
ONE DOWN, THREE TO GO
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Contract awarded for Rayen stadium
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Lily Raynish, a second-grader at Lloyd Elementary in Austintown, high-fives the Easter Bunny on
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Selected local stocks
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Phils’ Halladay proves too tough for the Pirates
Alex Presley turned the Pittsburgh Pirates’ first at-bat of 2012 into a sharp single against Philadelphia ace Roy Halladay.
Penney cuts 13% of headquarters staff
Associated Press NEW YORK Two months into J.C. Penney’s transformation, its workers are starting
Births
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“magic city” (10 p.m., starz): “Magic City,” a lush, 1950s-era drama about a
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newsmakers
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‘American Reunion’ Too late for ‘Pie’ sequel
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers So why, why more “American Pie”? It’s a lame one, just the
Study: Ohio not addressing effect of climate change on water supply
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Ohio is one of 12 states nationally that have taken no steps to prepare
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing Greater Friendship Baptist Church, 646 Lakewood Ave., Youngstown, clothing and
Texas energy exhibition generates enthusiasm
Jeannie Looney stood in line on a recent Thursday to take her three grandchildren to the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History.
Teachers under microscope
Opinion: By Jonathan Turley Los Angeles Times In February, a Philadelphia high school teacher was
‘Family’ fun
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com In some ways “The Addams Family” is better known for its
Still not a woman’s world
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birthdays
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Years Ago
Today is Good Friday, April 6, the 97th day of 2012. There are 269 days left in the year. The Jewish
good friday | Special events
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Poland briefs
Mooney student recognized Nicole Ginnis, a junior from Cardinal Mooney, will be recognized at
Local twirlers earn honors at competition
Northern Strut twirling team members from all over the Valley earned high marks while competing at
Carnival turns Hilltop into ‘Big Top’
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com With the gym resembling a carnival midway, Hilltop
Austintown youth earns spot at nationals
Austintown’s Joshua Eddy is one of three Information Technology students from the Mahoning County
Saturday, April 7
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Austintown sport briefs
Swim team accepts applications The Austintown Fitch High School swim team will be accepting
Poland sport briefs
Neighbors needs your spring sports news The spring sports season has begun. Whether it’s on the
Union third-graders explore science
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com A trio of community organizations stopped by Union Elementary
Middle school robotics team defends title
Poland Middle School Robotics team members successfully defended their title at the Northeast Ohio
Dobbins fourth-graders experience pioneer days
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Poland become the first chartered township in the Connecticut
Twirlers earn honors at competition
Northern Strut twirling team members from all over the Valley earned high marks while competing at
Career center students earn medals at competition
Students in the Early Childhood Development program at the Mahoning County Career and Technical
Boardman SOV offers baskets of love
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Every Easter for the last 20 years, the residents of Niles
Boardman briefs
Middle schools present jazz concert The Boardman middle schools will present an eighth-grade band
Rotary presidents attend state seminar
Four Rotary clubs were represented recently at the All-Ohio Rotary Presidents-Elect Training Seminar
Boardman runners break school records
The Boardman boys team improved its 2012 record to 4-0 with a victory over Dover, Marietta and
New protests set over Greek man’s suicide
Anti-austerity activists were planning new protests in Athens’ main square after a retiree publicly killed himself, leaving a note that blasted politicians over the country’s financial crisis.
Fitch art department fundraiser has super turnout
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Austintown community members came to Fitch High School in
Career center students earn medals
Students in the Early Childhood Development program at the Mahoning County Career and Technical
St. Christine students perform ‘Beauty and the Beast’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com After three months of hard work and practice, the St. Christine
Local twirlers earn honors at competition
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Boardman Rotary still flipping flapjacks
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com For their 30th annual Pancake Breakfast, held over the two
White House names winners in apple recipe contest
Canfield’s Barb Morell won White House Fruit Farm’s fourth annual Apple Dessert Recipe Contest March
AMS students showcase their talents
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Students from Austintown Middle School showed their prowess
Boardman Orchestras continue superior ratings
Once again, the Boardman Orchestras made history by bringing home straight Superior (I) ratings for
Guest hops in to visit pupils
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Rotary presidents attend state seminar
Four Rotary clubs were represented recently at the All-Ohio Rotary Presidents-Elect Training Seminar
Thursday, April 5 (117 stories)
UPDATE: 3 Ohio soldiers killed in Afghanistan identified
Three U.S. soldiers killed in a suicide attack this week in Afghanistan were from Ohio, as were several others seriously wounded in the bombing, the Ohio National Guard said Thursday.
Alliance man bound over to Trumbull grand jury on numerous charges
Alliance man bound over to Trumbull grand jury on numerous charges
Indians lose to Blue Jays in record opener
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Phantoms home for two weekend games
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Mahoning commissioners approve pact to help stop flooding in Austintown
Mahoning commissioners approve pact to help stop flooding in Austintown
Warren Township shooting being treated as homicide
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Mahoning County judge rules man insane after attack on lawyer, cop
Mahoning County judge rules man insane after attack on lawyer, cop
Phillies, Halladay beat Pirates 1-0
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Oil, gas industry groups seek to join lawsuit
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UPDATE | 3 Ohio National Guard Soldiers killed in action, Taliban claims responsibility
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NJ man arrested after daughter’s skeleton found
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BREAKING NEWS | Atty. Dana Lantz appointed new Youngstown prosecutor
Atty. Dana Lantz appointed new Youngstown prosecutor
‘Three Cups’ author mismanaged group
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Accuser returns to the stand in Pa. priest trial
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Boardman company gets Rayen Stadium job
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New prison photo shows shaggy, aged Charles Manson
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OSHP troopers seize 538 pounds of marijuana in Clinton County
OSHP troopers seize 538 pounds of marijuana in Clinton County
Dead Ohio woman's neighbors worried over boyfriend
Dead Ohio woman's neighbors worried over boyfriend
Documents show little evidence of hate crime
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After N.O. cops sentenced, focus shifts to reforms
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Mayor Charles Sammarone has fired City Prosecutor Jay Macejko
Youngstown mayor fires city prosecutor YOUNGSTOWN Mayor Charles Sammarone has fired City
Reid says wife recovering from breast cancer
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Ohio school to let gay student wear T-shirt 1 day
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Feds monitor SC nuclear plant that lost power
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Allegiant will charge for carry-on bags
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Lawsuit: Pa. scam victim jailed for a week
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Dad agrees to stay off land near where son died
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Police plan to charge stepdad in road ambush
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Handicapped library patrons must call for access
Accessibility arrangements for handicapped main public-library patrons have had to be changed due to safety concerns at the regular entrance steps that are now under repair.
Happy 90th BIRTHDAY Frank Dellick
Date of Birth: April 5, 1922. Place of birth: Youngstown. Residence: Campbell. Parents: Walter
Underground Railroad program will be presented at spring dinner
NILES The Niles Historical Society will present the Underground Railroad Program at its annual
Slippery Rock professor will be keynote speaker at conference
NEW CASTLE, Pa. Dr. Michelle McCollin, associate professor in the Special Education Department at
2 adults, child injured in crash
Three people including a 1-year-old child were taken to a hospital after a two-car accident at state Route 616 and state Route 289.
Irish’s Finelli tames Leopards
Wind gusts helped Ursuline’s bats pound Liberty in a five-inning contest
Macejko to learn his fate today
Mayor Charles Sammarone will decide today the fate of city Prosecutor Jay Macejko and possibly others based on an investigation into controversial text messages found on a city employee’s cellphone.
Reviving a masterpiece at Warren’s Central Christian Church
Pastor Steven Brown of Central Christian Church envisions the “Living Last Supper” as a powerful visual image for those attending tonight’s Maundy Thursday service at 7.
YSU defenders stride forward, please coach
After playing well for most of Wednesday’s practice, Youngstown State junior running back Jordan Thompson found himself face down on the turf on the day’s final play, surrounded by the cheering defenders who put him there.
Police begin to identify Boardman Park brawl suspects
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN Thanks to cooperation from outside police
Agee, convicted of murder, avoids death penalty
Kevin Agee will not be put to death for the murder of 74-year-old Thomas Repchic and the wounding of his wife, Jaqueline Repchic, but he could spend the rest of his life in prison.
Missed opportunities hurt YSU against Pitt
Staff report pittsburgh The Youngstown State baseball team struggled to get timely hits early,
Military education is all in the family in Hanoverton
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com HANOVERTON One of William Prosko’s first thoughts when
Ferguson steals home for Ridge win
MINERAL RIDGE | Dan Ferguson stole home to score the game-winning run in the bottom of the seventh inning to lift Mineral Ridge (4-3, 4-1 Inter Tri-County League Tier One) over Columbiana, 6-5.
Prep softball at a glance || Wednesday’s games
Lakeview 5, Liberty 2 CORTLAND Alyssa Nicholas homered and Caitlin McDivitt doubled for the
Judge: Addition of grandmother to Trumbull Children Services infant rape case unnecessary
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A judge ruled the grandmother of a child reportedly raped
Lack of quorum prevents Youngstown City Council votes
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN With two of its seven members absent, city
Chardon beating case to go before grand jury
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown Felony kidnapping and assault charges against
For Texas family, a fracking mess
Ranjana Bhandari, left, and Kaushik De have lived off Division Street in Arlington, Texas, for 19 years. It was a nice place, they said. Now they fear for their family’s health because of the numerous gas wells.
Psychedelic Poobah jams
If Poobah’s heavy psychedelic rock sounds like the real deal, well, that’s because it is.
Sugarland Country duo gets back to what it does best
It’s been a tough year for Nashville’s platinum-selling act Sugarland.
Illegal drugs a sticky wicket
Opinion: WASHINGTON The human nervous system interacts in pleasing and addictive ways with certain
NEw this week
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Early diagnosis is the key
By Alan Bavley McClatchy Newspapers KANSAS CITY, Mo. Lauren Shouse wonders why her third
Regulators hear casino updates
Associated Press COLUMBUS Slot machines are almost fully installed, and table games have been
Meyer mixed on OSU efforts
Associated Press COLUMBUS Five practices into his tenure at Ohio State, coach Urban Meyer is
Liberals in Egypt are still battling
Opinion: The most telegenic part of the Egyptian revolution — the exciting, heart-pumping days, when the
Easter basket case: comedian David Kaye
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Pittsburgh-based comedian David Kaye is sorry. He
Are you a victim?
Opinion: By Mike Brownfield Heritage Foundation It’s been two years since the Patient Protection and
Yahoo to lay off 2,000
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Yahoo is laying off 2,000 employees as new CEO Scott Thompson
Democrats should stand firm against GOP attack on voters
Editorial: Republicans in the Ohio House and Senate are spoiling for a political fight — just like the one that
Mineral-rights case
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Expansion of health-care coverage will help millions
Opinion: By Carla Saporta McClatchy-Tribune The U.S. Supreme Court is considering what may be the most
Columbiana teen sings her way out of a jam
Natalie Sprouse started to record her first album last August, but she ran out of money after laying down the first track.
NIGHTLIFE
American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630 Fri: Following June, 7 p.m.
Bedard is hoping to kickstart his career with Bucs
Associated Press Pittsburgh The Pittsburgh Pirates were shuffling toward their dugout at PNC
Romney: Obama in ‘hide-and-seek’ campaign
Associated Press WASHINGTON Mitt Romney unleashed a strong attack on President Barack Obama’s
Lovedrug has renewed optimism in its ‘Blood’
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Having gone through the music-industry machine and come
Judge’s ruling clears the way for Ohio execution this month
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A federal judge has cleared the way for this month’s
HEALTH DIGEST || Free Easter meal
Free Easter meal WARREN The Warren Family Mission, 361 Elm Road NE, is offering its free
Aging is about adapting, doctor says
By Jane Glenn Haas The Orange County Register We know that life spans are lengthening and more
Officials: Counties need to cooperate
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN County commissioners from Mahoning and Trumbull
METRO DIGEST || Pee-Wee football murder appeal dismissed
Appeal dismissed COLUMBUS The Ohio Supreme Court has refused to hear Anthony Caulton’s appeal of
oddly enough
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Agenda Friday
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Sullinger: Hello NBA, goodbye Columbus
Associated Press Columbus After guiding Ohio State to the Final Four, two-time All-American
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas,SDRq New Castle Playhouse Annex Theater.
Obama signs prohibition on insider trading
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama signed legislation Wednesday barring members
Clashes erupt after Syria claims pullout
Clashes erupt after Syria claims pullout BEIRUT Syrian troops clashed with army defectors and
Selected local stocks
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newsmakers
newsmakers Sugarland depositions slated for next week INDIANAPOLIS Members of the country duo
Seacrest joins NBC for Olympics
Associated Press NEW YORK Ryan Seacrest is coming to NBC, but he won’t be overthrowing Matt
Holiday ham prices are high
Associated Press OMAHA, Neb. Ham will be the centerpiece of many Easter dinners this weekend,
Permit for Columbiana Co. well
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has issued a new permit for a Utica Shale well to Chesapeake Exploration LLC, a subsidiary of Oklahoma City-based Chesapeake Energy Corp.
Is gold rush over?
Associated Press NEW YORK The price of gold, which has climbed for years like a blood-pressure
UAW locals seek hiring of 150 at GM Lordstown
Staff report LORDSTOWN Local unions at the General Motors Co. Lordstown plant plan to hire at
Court hears gay-marriage case
Associated Press BOSTON A lawyer for gay married couples argued Wednesday that a law that
Ban race-day drugs for horses
Opinion: Lexington (Ky.) Herald-Leader: Horse racing is and always will be a dangerous sport. Human and
Cable channel gets a new name and focus
Associated Press NEW YORK Planet Green is changing course. Its corporate parent, Discovery
Cuyahoga County reviews handling of custody cases
Associated Press CLEVELAND County juvenile court magistrates in Cleveland want to hand over the
New stadium celebration quieted by world champs
Associated Press MIAMI The sellout crowd in the Miami Marlins’ new ballpark cheered the
Bucks’ Ellis hits late for 16 points as Cavaliers fall
Associated Press MILWAUKEE Monta Ellis scored 16 of his 30 points in the final five minutes,
Don’t smear molasses on hemorrhoids
Q. My doctor would like to know how you apply blackstrap molasses to hemorrhoids. Does it come in a
Grant to help form Senior Hotline
Grant to help form Senior Hotline YOUNGSTOWN The Episcopal Diocese of Ohio has awarded Help
METRO DIGEST || U.S. 422 bridge closed
U.S. 422 bridge closed NEW castle, pa. The bridge that carries westbound U.S. Route 422 over the
This is no time to raise salaries
Opinion: This is no time to raise salaries I am very much shaken by the article in the March 28 Vindicator
Task force finds fugitive
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Members of the U.S. Marshals Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force
Years Ago
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special services | For Maundy/Holy Thursday
special services | For Maundy/Holy Thursday Central Christian Church, 2051 E. Market St.,
Good Friday
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Police investigate 3 armed robberies
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating three separate
Judge’s addiction puts cases at risk
Associated Press KNOXVILLE, Tenn. A Tennessee judge was so addicted to prescription drugs during
Police chief, gun club investigate stray bullet
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com lowellville The Lowellville police chief and a gun club
Robbery suspects due in court
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN The three people arrested for a late-night
Tale of 2 families illustrates the pros and cons of drilling
When Raymond and Kay Polone moved to Decatur 20 years ago, they never thought so many wells would move in, too.
Cabrera, Indians agree on contract
On the eve of a new season, the Cleveland Indians locked up one of their best players for a few more.
Wednesday, April 4 (103 stories)
Thefts in Hermitage from unlocked vehicles
City police are investigating numerous reports of thefts from vehicles that apparently occurred Monday night or early Tuesday morning.
Youngstown council legislation stalled by absences
With two of its seven members absent, city council couldn’t pass legislation by emergency vote tonight.
U.S. Route 422 bridge closed indefinitely
The bridge that carries westbound U.S. Route 422 over the Shenango River in Taylor Township is closed until further notice, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said.
Visiting judge issues ruling in Trumbull County baby case
Visiting judge issues ruling in Trumbull County baby case
Federal judge clears way for Ohio execution
Federal judge clears way for Ohio execution COLUMBUS A federal judge has cleared the way for
US marshals nab fugitive on Youngstown's West Side
US marshals nab fugitive on Youngstown's West Side
Hawaii surfer bitten by shark says he’ll be back
Hawaii surfer bitten by shark says he’ll be back WAIALUA, Hawaii (AP) — The surfer bitten by a
Soldiers’ complaint says KBR knew of Iraq toxin
Soldiers’ complaint says KBR knew of Iraq toxin PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A complaint filed by Oregon
NYPD strengthens security at Jewish sites ahead of Passover holiday
NYPD strengthens security at Jewish sites ahead of Passover holiday NEW YORK (AP) — The New York
Pa. boy in murder case held until trial
Pa. boy in murder case held until trial NEW CASTLE, Pa. (AP) – After more than three years in
ODNR approves new shale permit for Columbiana well
ODNR approves new shale permit for Columbiana well
NY mom faces murder charge in disabled girl death
MINEOLA, N.Y. (AP) — A New York woman has pleaded not guilty to an upgraded charge of second-degree murder in the death last summer of her 8-year-old disabled daughter.
Federal judge will allow Ohio execution to proceed
Federal judge will allow Ohio execution to proceed
Hermitage, others to test weather warning sirens
Hermitage, others to test weather warning sirens HERMITAGE, PA. Hermitage Fire Department will
Three arrested in Boardman robbery
Three arrested in Boardman robbery BOARDMAN Police have arrested three people in connection with
Boston appeals court hears gay-marriage law case
Boston appeals court hears gay-marriage law case BOSTON (AP) — Lawyers for a gay and lesbian legal
New effort by MDs to cut wasteful medical spending
New effort by MDs to cut wasteful medical spending WASHINGTON (AP) — Old checklist for doctors:
Agee found guilty; will be spared death penalty
A jury found Kevin Agee guilty today of murder, attempted murder and two felonious assualts in the shooting death of Thomas Repchic, 74, and the wounding of his wife, Jacqueline, on the city’s South Side in 2010.
High court won’t hear stadium killer appeal of murder conviction
High court won’t hear stadium killer appeal of murder conviction COLUMBUS The Ohio Supreme Court
Affidavit: 3 involved in Ohio woman’s dismembering
Affidavit: 3 involved in Ohio woman’s dismembering URBANA, Ohio (AP) — Arrest affidavits show
Former Mass. treasurer Cahill pleads not guilty
Former Mass. treasurer Cahill pleads not guilty BOSTON (AP) — Former Massachusetts treasurer
Hand count upholds Trumbull election results
Hand count upholds Trumbull election results WARREN The audit done by the Trumbull County Board
Accuser expected to testify at Philly priest trial
Accuser expected to testify at Philly priest trial PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A priest on trial in a
Pa. county cuts the music over royalties request
Pa. county cuts the music over royalties request EASTON, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania county has cut
Woman struck, killed by train
Woman struck, killed by train THORNDALE, Pa. (AP) — A woman has been struck and killed by a
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve
Americorps NCC plans event for youths
Americorps NCC plans event for youths YOUNGSTOWN Americorps National Civilian Community Corps
Catholic Charities regional agency Men Who Cook will feed the need
BOARDMAN Catholic Charities Regional Agency will host its seventh annual Men Who Cook fundraiser
Cruze drives GM’s surge
Automakers posted some of their strongest sales figures in years during March, and the Chevrolet Cruze was one car leading the way.
Western Reserve holds off Lowellville’s big rally
In the first four innings of its baseball game with Lowellville, Western Reserve was pretty clean.
Quest For Knowledge
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Youngstown State University graduate student
YSU celebrates milestone with a DH sweep
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com CANFIELD About two hours after senior outfielder Haley
PREP BASEBALL | Tuesday’s other games
Cameron Rogers laced two triples and collected five RBIs for Boardman (3-1, 1-0 Federal League). Dan Popio went 2-for-3 with two RBIs. Every player in the Spartan lineup had at least one hit.
Tyler history center project gets boost with $750K in gifts from 3 foundations
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Historical Society has received three major gifts
High court hears arguments for, against Dann
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Marc Dann described himself to a state disciplinary
PREP SOFTBALL || Tuesday’s games
Darrian Yanek (2-1) tossed a three-hitter but South Range gave up a run in the first and third innings at the Grand Strand Classic. The Raiders (3-2) did not have a hit against Garfield (14-0).
Openness of meeting for officials questioned
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN County commissioners from Trumbull and Mahoning will meet
McIlroy is eager for redemption
Associated Press AUGUSTA, Ga. In the aftermath of his Masters meltdown, one phone call that
Pirates hoping patience pays off
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Andrew McCutchen could have bided his time and waited for
Closing arguments given in Agee trial
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The jury in a murder trial that could
State: Ex-Liberty school treasurer must repay $5K
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty Liberty Local Schools’ former Treasurer
City council agenda: building pipeline, installing cameras
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City council today will consider installing a
Prosperous property
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Valley Red Cross official uses Heimlich to save the life of choking man in Texas
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CANFIELD Coach: Ray Melewski, first year. 2011 record: N/A. Returning Letterwinners: Laura
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Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 22.29 —0.06 Avalon
Map estimates yield from Utica shale
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio geologists’ latest effort to map the best areas for Utica shale
Thousands gather at Miami rally
Associated Press MIAMI Political leaders, sport stars, entertainers and several thousand people
Jimenez incites bench-clearing against Rockies
Associated Press scottsdale, ariz. Cleveland pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez nailed former teammate Troy
Motor-home crash kills five
Associated Press LYNDON, Kan. A packed motor home headed from Texas to Minnesota crashed Sunday
Flyers bully past Pittsburgh
Associated Press pittsburgh The Philadelphia Flyers sent a message with their resiliency. The
MICHAEL L. KING
MICHAEL L. KING Accused of engaging in pattern of corrupt activity, b&e, rsp, possession of
Chemical industry gets boost in Ohio
Ohio has endured tough times. High energy costs caused much of the pain: between 1999 and 2005, natural gas prices quadrupled.
GLEN S. GODWIN
GLEN S. GODWIN Accused of murder, escape, flight to avoid confinement Height: 6’ Weight: 200
Unfriendly social media trend
Opinion: Unfriendly social media trend Los Angeles Times: Be careful about the personal information and
America faces deepening inequalities
Opinion: By Bill Fletcher Jr. McClatchy-Tribune As the Trayvon Martin case illustrates, we still have a
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Ellsworth Township Zoning Board, workshop, 7 p.m., township administration
Boys tennis preview
CANFIELD Coach: Larry Davis, 35th year. 2011 record: 12-2. Returning Lettermen: Tony El-Haek
Sunday, April 1 (97 stories)
Warren family event memorializes Trayvon and others, calls for end to violence
Warren family event memorializes Trayvon and others, calls for end to violence Staff report
Feds investigate engine fires in Lordstown-built Cruzes
Feds investigate engine fires in Lordstown-built Cruzes DETROIT The government is investigating
Four die after Ohio teen driving van hits car head-on
Four die after Ohio teen driving van hits car head-on Associated Press MONTEZUMA, Ohio A 16
March 2012 Valley weather: Little lion, lots of lamb
March 2012 Valley weather: Little lion, lots of lamb Staff and wire report YOUNGSTOWN March
How will Trumbull residents spend $331 million in shale payments?
How will Trumbull residents spend $331 million in shale payments? By Karl Henkel
Santorum compares his campaign status to Ohio State-Kansas game
Santorum compares his campaign status to Ohio State-Kansas game MILWAUKEE (AP) — Rick Santorum
Port authority board member questions legality of bed-tax use
Port authority board member questions legality of bed-tax use By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com
Unprecedented hearing on suspending Marc Dann’s law license is Tuesday
Unprecedented hearing on suspending Marc Dann’s law license is Tuesday By DAVID SKOLNICK
Dismembered Ohioan suffocated, stabbed in bathtub
Dismembered Ohioan suffocated, stabbed in bathtub Associated Press URBANA, Ohio Three Ohioans
Deanna Santore | Michael Christopher
YOUNGSTOWN Deanna Santore and Michael Christopher, both of Cranberry, Pa., exchanged wedding vows
Krista Ginnetti | Vincent Antonucci
POLAND Krista Leigh Ginnetti and Vincent Patrick Antonucci, both of Columbus, were married Oct.
Callista Conzett | Ryan Dammann
UPPER ARLINGTON, OHIO Callista Marie Conzett and Ryan Todd Dammann, both of Columbus, were united
Filipans’ 50th is marked with renewal of vows
GIRARD Ron and Loretta Filipan of Girard recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of their wedding
Couple’s children host reception at St. Mark Hall for 50th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN Jesse “JW” and Rebecca “Becky” Thomas of Youngstown marked the 50th anniversary of
Bus trips to benefit Relay for Life teams
Bus trips to benefit Relay for Life teams POLAND Two Relay For Life teams are taking
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
AARP Driver Safety Program, co-sponsored by the Austintown Senior Center and the Mahoning County
SENIOR CITIZENS
55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Mary Church. Hostesses are
MASONIC GROUPS
MONDAY Mau Mil Club, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Friendly’s in
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY | Lucy Pizzuto Cucchiaro
City of residence: Ridgewood, N.J. Date of birth: March 22, 1922, in Youngstown. FAMILY
GARDEN CLUBS
TUESDAY Ikebana meet at 9 a.m. Shirley Winkler, instructor, will provide the lesson. WEDNESDAY
50th anniversary gathers loved ones of Mr., Mrs. Scali
BOARDMAN The Lake Club in Poland was the site of a cocktail and hors d’oeuvres party March 3 for
Winter Athletes of the Year
These eight area athletes chosen by The Vindicator enjoyed success to the highest level in the 2011-12 season. Read about their accomplishments in their own words:
Pavlik’s return to the ring successful and short with second-round TKO
Staff report SAN ANTONIO Kelly Pavlik’s return to the ring proved to be short. And highly
New drilling law deepens discord
When gas companies began developing Pennsylvania with wells that use horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing in shale, the state Legislature found it had to play catch-up.
Test water before drilling begins, microbiologist says
Many resources are renewable, but groundwater is not one of them.
System would require more testing
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com BOARDMAN Students will take more tests, and it will be
Event celebrates women of color
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN More than 100 women of all ages came out
Kids go on the hunt for eggs
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Gray skies and chilly temperatures didn’t
Expo showcases needs of animals
BY JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES If there is an overriding theme of this weekend’s
RISKS AND RICHES IN THE FRACKING ERA
Rich and Shirley Sallmen built their house three years ago on a treeless hill on 24 acres surrounded by peaceful, rolling farmland that makes up much of Little Beaver Township.
Ohio State Basketball | BLUE BAYOU
Buckeyes blow 13-point first-half lead, fall to kansas in semifinal By Bob Baptist The Columbus
YSU softball sweeps Vikings
By Jim Flick sports@vindy.com Canfield An extra inning, walk-off home run gave the Youngstown
Phantoms loss streak grows to four
Staff report GREEN BAY, WIS. The Youngstown Phantoms’ hopes of securing home-ice advantage for
record reviews
Madonna Album: “MDNA” (Interscope Records/Live Nation) Grade: B Madonna says it best on the
Ask Mr. Know It All
By Gary Clothier Q. What is the name of the actor who played Cloud Dancing in the TV show “Dr.
Former Tod, United buildings have unique place in industial history
Opinion: I was saddened to see that now all of the former United Engineering plant is scheduled to be
Kasich still hopeful that tax-reform plan will be approved
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Gov. John Kasich remains hopeful of convincing
Shale gas: What’s to come?
Opinion: Lewayne Peterson built a pyramid home. Washington, Pa., south of Pittsburgh, has had an explosion
Search intensifies for missing runner
hSearch intensifies for missing runner Search teams intensified efforts Saturday to find renowned
HandsOn Volunteer Network of the Valley, a United Way Agency, is the local resource for volunteer
HandsOn Volunteer Network of the Valley, a United Way Agency, is the local resource for volunteer
Congress gets rough treatment from court
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court left little doubt during last week’s marathon
What’s in store for Macejko?
Opinion: Youngstown City Prosecutor Jay Macejko should have quit while he was ahead — because he now faces
newsmakers
newsmakers Swift’s date for ACM Awards hospitalized NASHVILLE, Tenn. The New Jersey teen who
Decision on bed-tax increase should be made with the facts
Editorial: Both sides in the debate over the proposal to increase Mahoning County’s bed tax by 2 percent offer
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Maple Syrup Festival, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Hayrides, Civil War re-
Homemade plane crashes, killing pilot
Associated Press BELMONT, Ohio Records indicate the small plane involved in a fatal crash in
Climate changes aren’t so sweet
Opinion: Climate changes aren’t so sweet The Vindicator’s article last weekend regarding the Boardman Maple
Birthdays
Birthdays Actress Debbie Reynolds is 80. Country singer Jim Ed Brown is 78. Actress Ali MacGraw is
Years Ago
Today is Palm Sunday, April 1, the 92nd day of 2012. There are 274 days left in the year. This is
Young stars on display
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Young male country- music stars are as rare as pink pickups
FRACKING FRONTIER
FRACKING FRONTIER SFlbUpcoming installments in the series: Fort Worth civic leaders opened
Plea bargaining is elevated
Opinion: Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court elevated plea bargaining, as Justice Antonin Scalia put it, “from
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels Q. Has “Revenge” been taken off TV? A. If you mean canceled, the answer is
Three win, 100 million lose record US lottery jackpot
by the hour on Thursday and Friday, Americans had snapped up tickets while dreaming of quitting
Wolfe in line for NFL draft
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com The best season of Derek Wolfe’s career almost didn’t happen.
Mega Millions winners are rich, but not THAT rich
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PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending March 24
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Stay Close” by Harlan Coben (Dutton) 2. “Lone Wolf” by Jodi Picoult
YSU Diversity Council to honor Malcolm X
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University’s Diversity Council will sponsor a public
Associated Press
Associated Press SANFORD, Fla. Thousands joined a march Saturday through the Florida town where
Bill honors Vietnam vets
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Tom Burke recalled his return to the United States in
Romney predicts victory in Wis.
Associated Press FITCHBURG, Wis. Appearing ever-more confident in Wisconsin’s primary,
Utility-bill changes
Utility-bill changes NILES Starting this month, residents will notice that their water, sewer
If you build it, they will fold
Editorial: If you build it, they will fold There was a day when the Ohio Constitution was clear about
Clinton: Time running out for diplomacy
Associated Press RIYADH, Saudi Arabia U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton made clear
Containers done right
By Nara Schoenberg Chicago Tribune In theory, containers overflowing with flowers, herbs,
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9
Prosecutor known for her tough tactics
Associated Press SANFORD, Fla. The special prosecutor leading the investigation into the
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Youngstown Board of Health, 8 a.m., conference room, 345 Oak Hill Ave., Suite 200.
YSU gets off to fast start and beats Butler
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com NILES The Youngstown State University baseball team heated
Kentucky knocks off in-state rival Louisville
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS Kentucky owns the Bluegrass State. Now it can concentrate on the
Baylor goes for perfection in the Women’s Final Four
Associated Press DENVER An hour after losing in last season’s regional finals, Brittney Griner
Roger GEISER
Roger GEISER Canfield Hockey When Roger Geiser moved to Canfield in 2008 he experienced quite a
Dan SIMMONS
Dan SIMMONS Champion Bowling Whether he’s on his own staring at 10 pins from 60 feet away, or
Emily THIRION
Emily THIRION Harding swimming/Diving Emily Thirion was 6 years old the first time she remembers
Penguins on the defensive
Lack of experience among defenders is a concern By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN
A LAUGHING MATTER
What would we do without the enjoyment we get from our kids and pets? Take a look at these
Kahne is on pole for Goody’s 500 race
NASCAR Wire Service MARTINSVILLE, Va. Kasey Kahne proved once again that he’s a fast starter,
Taylor WILLIAMS
Taylor WILLIAMS Howland Basketball It won’t be all that hard for Taylor Williams to adjust from
Sprucing up Cleveland
Associated Press CLEVELAND Tourism boosters hoping to maximize $2 billion in new attractions,
Who HAS leases? How you can find out In Lawrence County, leases for Marcellus Shale mineral rights are being offered primarily by two companies: Shell Western Exploration and Production and Hilcorp.
In Lawrence County: Go to the website lawrencecountyrecordspa.us. Create an account. Once on the
Winners are rich but not that rich
Associated Press ST. LOUIS Congratulations, Mega Millions winners! You’ve just won the biggest
Nico GRAZIANI
Nico GRAZIANI Boardman Wrestling Finishing off three rounds of heated action on the wrestling
Poetry book arrives from local author
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Ryan BAILEY
Ryan BAILEY Boardman swimming/Diving He’s set records individually, but what Boardman’s Ryan
Damicos are among PBA’s biggest fans
In some respects, Doxie Damico would be classified as a groupie, but, in reality, the Austintown
Jake JACUBEC
Jake JACUBEC Struthers Basketball “He makes it look easy.” That was a statement often heard at
Amanda WESS
Amanda WESS Hubbard BOWLING At her older brother’s eighth birthday bowling party, 3 year old
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