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Car show raises money for Mario Novello
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Boardman High School alum ,Kiyan Taghaboni, entertained the crowd as he bellowed out tunes during the car show hosted by the Mahoning Olde Car Cub Aug 5 at Boardman Park.
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Neighbors | Eartha Terrell.Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club Vice President, Jerry Dietz (left), Derek Novello (center), his wife, Lynn and Mario respectively thanked the crowd for their support and donations at Boardman Park July 5.
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Neighbors | Eartha Terrell.Dennis Sklenchar (left) and his wife, Anita, were enthusiastic to showed off their 1986 Monte Carlo and support a local family in need during Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club car show Aug 5.
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Neighbors | Eartha Terrell.Santos Rodriguez drove his toy car around as he viewed a host of vehicles during the Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club Car Show Aug 5 at Boarman Park.
By EARTHA TERRELL
The Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club raised more than $3,000 during its car show at Boardman Township Park Aug. 5. The proceeds were donated to help pay for medical expenses for Mario Novello, who has a rare chromosome condition and his family.
“We’re a non-profit organization. We do things for other people and the community. It’s our main focus. The turnout was great. It’s nice and it’s a worthwhile event. It literally wouldn’t be possible without everybody,” said Dennis White, chairman of the car show.
Hundreds of people were excited to see such a variety of cars from almost every decade lined up at the park. Some car enthusiasts said they simply come to enjoy quality time with their friends and family.
“I’ve always like cars. I come for the camaraderie. It’s a good thing for old guys,” said Bill Devine.
Others were just happy to come out and enjoy themselves while helping another family in need.
“It feels really good because I have a grandson who was premature. When it comes to babies, in my heart there is no limit,” said Anita Sklenchar.
The Boardman Jazz Ensemble played music and the event included a raffle and food.