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Pavlik returns with second-round KO
Pavlik returns with second-round KO Staff report SAN ANTONIO Kelly Pavlik’s return to the ring
All clear at Austintown Wal-mart
All clear at Austintown Wal-mart Austintown police said someone called in a bomb threat at the
What’s clearing out Austintown’s Wal-mart?
What’s clearing out Austintown’s Wal-mart? The Austintown Wal-mart is being evacuated, township
Women of Color Expo honors and empowers women
Women of Color Expo honors and empowers women YOUNGSTOWN More than 100 women of all ages came
Pet Expo brings home the needs of furry friends
Pet Expo brings home the needs of furry friends NILES If there is an overriding theme of this
More changes and more tests await Ohio students
More changes and more tests await Ohio students BOARDMAN Students will take more tests and it
Marcellus shale means money for western Pa. land owners
Marcellus shale means money for western Pa. land owners LAWRENCE COUNTY, PA. Rich and Shirley
Block watchers stay alert but don’t challenge troublemakers
Block watchers stay alert but don’t challenge troublemakers WARREN The president of a
Egg hunt and fun draws families to Wick Recreation Area
YOUNGSTOWN Gray skies and chilly temperatures didn’t stop families from filling the Wick
UPDATE: Mega tickets sold in Boardman, Niles match 5 of 6 numbers, worth $250K each
UPDATE: Mega tickets sold in Boardman, Niles match 5 of 6 numbers, worth $250K each Associated
Toro-Bisker rite will be May 27 at Ali Baba Grotto
The parents of Melissa Toro of Boardman are announcing her engagement and coming marriage to Mathew Bisker, also of Boardman.
Gavala-Bunevich May 19 wedding plans announced
CANFIELD Christina M. Gavala and Jared D. Bunevich of Canfield are announcing their engagement and
Pecchia-McNeely rites planned at Old North Church
BOARDMAN Mark and Karen Pecchia of Boardman are announcing the engagement and upcoming marriage of
First Night panel elects new officers
First Night panel elects new officers YOUNGSTOWN First Night Youngstown elected new officers at
American Girl Fashion Show should excite your little dolls
YOUNGSTOWN Local girls, their friends and families are invited to experience the American Girl
Winning ticket sold in Maryland
An official with the Maryland lottery says a record $640 million winning lottery ticket has been sold in Maryland, and there could be others nationwide.
Ruling drains 25 jobs from Patriot Water
Andrew Blocksom says next week he will give two-week notices to his 25 employees at Patriot Water Treatment LLC.
District seeks to strengthen standards at high schools
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The proposed update to the city schools
A fun, final night
Trumbull boys and girls all-star teams pick up a sweep at the Frank Bubba Classic By John Bassetti
Working toward the Tour
East Palestine native Alex Casi goes for a LPGA card By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com Tony
Panel discusses changes to charter
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Those attending a city charter-review
Williams loses to Lundy at Foxwoods
NABF lightweight champ survives knockdown Staff report MASHANTUCKET, CONN. Late in the first
Chaney graduate Cavanaugh is pleased to be back
By Matthew Peaslee mpeaslee@vindy.com Youngstown The first question posed by a St. Christine
Leader at air base calls on community to fight cuts
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com VIENNA The federal budget that proposes reductions in
Public must sign in at CSB meetings
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A Trumbull County judge has refused to order Trumbull
The choir at Girard First United Methodist Church is preparing a cantata for Palm Sunday
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com girard A blend of choral music and narrative will
Ohio State is two wins away from first national championship in 52 years
Ohio State is two wins away from first national championship in 52 years Associated Press NEW
Students calculate costs at contest
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Civil and construction-engineering technology
Trial in shooting ends with hung jury
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A hung jury resulted in a mistrial for Earl Charity III on charges of
Hoodies with a Purpose
Many who attended the Hoodies with a Purpose rally Friday, most wearing hooded sweat shirts, say they want swifter justice in the Feb. 26 slaying of Trayvon Martin in Florida.
NASCAR changes All-Star race
NASCAR Wire Service Another year, another format for the NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race. Sprint
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, 11 a.m., 3 and 7 p.m.:
long odds
long odds Being shot to death in U.S.: 1 in 315 Getting struck by lightning in your lifetime: 1
Wendy’s: Our beef is ‘slime’-free
Associated Press DUBLIN, Ohio The Wendy’s Co. ran full-page advertisements in eight major
Measure would tax brine-recycling facilities
State Rep. Ronald V. Gerberry of Austintown, D-59th, has introduced legislation that would tax fracking wastewater- recycling operations to offset infrastructure wear-and-tear from the oil and gas industry.
stock market Best 1st quarter since 1998
Associated Press NEW YORK The bulls weren’t bullish enough. The stock market just had its best
news shows
news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Reps. Paul Ryan,
Apple pledge likely to boost China wages
Apple pledge likely to boost China wages BEIJING Consumers probably won’t have to pay more for
Surplus food
Surplus food Food 4 Your Soul, 2614 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, (formerly Mr. Paul’s Bakery) food
palm sunday and holy week observances
The Vindicator publishes a listing of area services that are open to the public in observance of
Female jockey Sutherland will make history at Dubai today
Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates Chantal Sutherland will make history today as the
Who is the dullest of them all?
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers Daft, dazzling in design but straining ever so hard to be
“kids’ choice awards 2012” (8 p.m., nickelodeon): Break out the green slime.
“kids’ choice awards 2012” (8 p.m., nickelodeon): Break out the green slime. It’s time for “Kids’
voices of faith q & a
McClatchy Newspapers Q. Which religious pilgrimage is best? Pastor Emeritus Raymond Davis Jr.,
Fame eluded Swervedriver, but fans can’t forget group
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Selling out was never a consideration for ’90s U.K. act
313 sentenced to death in Ohio since ’81
Associated Press COLUMBUS An annual report on Ohio’s capital punishment system says 313
Americans bet $1.5B on Mega win
Associated Press CHICAGO Across the country, Americans plunked down an estimated $1.5 billion
Lawsuit seeks to close Austintown bar
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County Prosecutor Paul J. Gains is
Community service
Community service youngstown Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance of Youngstown and Vicinity
Indians blow late lead vs. Reds; Pirates tie
Associated Press GOODYEAR, ARIZ. Todd Frazier, Juan Francisco and Ryan LaMarre homered in a
Friday around the NFL
Saints coaches begin appeals The agent for the Saints’ Joe Vitt says his client has decided to
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 22.29 —0.06 Avalon
Valley residents not immune to lottery fever
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN Someone, somewhere might be a half-billion
Former FBI agent arraigned on domestic violence charges
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A former FBI agent and Youngstown
Oosthuizen, Davis share lead at Houston
Associated Press HUMBLE, Texas Brian Davis changed his life last year, and he’s finally seeing
Jump in consumer spending brightens outlook
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. consumers boosted their spending in February by the most in
US complains to Russia about envoy’s treatment
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration has complained to Russia about harassment
Scripture reveals God’s promises
We see many references in Scripture that speak to us concerning God’s promises of provision. He
US president acts to repair relationship with Pakistan
Editorial: There’s no denying the fact that having Pakistan as a friend rather than an enemy makes it easier
Butler holds on to defeat YSU
Staff report NILES Butler scored three runs to break a tie in the sixth inning and held on late
Fund mental health care
Opinion: The Cullman (Ala.) Times: Mental health care is a growing concern and need among many Alabamians,
Kentucky, Louisville end rhetoric, and tip it off
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS Kentucky coach John Calipari likes to say there are no rivalry
CNX Gas to lease space in Leetonia
The Columbiana County Port Authority has approved a lease agreement with CNX Gas Co. LLC, operators of Consol Energy, for an office space in Leetonia.
newsmakers
newsmakers Jerry Lee Lewis weds for seventh time NATCHEZ, Miss. Jerry Lee Lewis has wed for
courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Stephen J. Lettau, 27, of 5275 Pine Tree Lane No. 3,
‘CRUCIFIXION’
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com youngstown Ray Simon’s “The Crucifixion” painting will
the artist
the artist Ray Simon Artist Ray Simon of Youngs-town is nationally known for his works featuring
Holy Week services set at St. Columba
Staff report youngstown St. Columba Cathedral, 154 W. Wood St., has announced its schedule of
Pope’s visit to Cuba a mixed bag
Opinion: Pope Benedict XVI’s visit to Cuba will not produce much change, but everybody — the Pope, the Cuban
bridge Weekly quiz
bridge Weekly quiz Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: xK 10 5 u9 6 2 vA 9 4 wJ 8 7 3 The
mahoning valley | Easter egg hunts today
Listing of area Easter egg hunts and other activities as submitted to The Vindicator: mahoning
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury has handed up indictments on the following people this week. Harry
birthdays
birthdays Actor Richard Chamberlain is 78. Actress Shirley Jones is 78. Musician Herb Alpert is
Election reform debate rages
Opinion: COLUMBUS Politicians could make it a lot easier for Ohioans to participate in elections, if they
Recycling event
Recycling event BOARDMAN Mahoning County Recycling Division will sponsor the Green Idol Earth
Kyrie Irving injured as Cavs routed by Bucks
Associated Press CLEVELAND The news was all good for the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday night. The
Palm Sunday | Special events
Special presentations are planned at area churches and include: Canfield Christian Church, 123 S.
Gamblers extend Phantoms’ skid
Staff report GREEN BAY, WIS. The Youngstown Phantoms’ season-long struggles on the power play
UK political crisis
UK political crisis LONDON Fuel pumps are running dry. Tempers are running high. And Britain’s
Air Force debated 9/11 remains disposal
Associated Press WASHINGTON Newly released Pentagon documents show that U.S. Air Force officers
Lawsuit claims charges were in retaliation
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A civil lawsuit alleges city police filed
Crosby’s 4 points trigger triumph
Associated Press BUFFALO, N.Y. A swollen nose couldn’t stop Sidney Crosby from enjoying a four-
Obama could be in bind in campaign over gay marriage
Associated Press PORTLAND, Maine President Barack Obama could be caught in an election-year
Memorials for Martin set Sunday in Warren
Staff report WARREN Friends of the four people who died in a house fire March 3 in Warren are
Friday, March 30 (124 stories)
Jennings leads Bucks past Cavaliers, 121-84
Jennings leads Bucks past Cavaliers, 121-84 CLEVELAND (AP) — Brandon Jennings scored 28 points and
Penguins snap skid
Penguins snap skid BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Sore nose and all, Sidney Crosby had a goal and three
Cavs routed by Milwaukee
Cavs routed by Milwaukee CLEVELAND (AP) — Brandon Jennings scored 28 points and the Milwaukee
Plane and personnel cuts at air base not certain
Plane and personnel cuts at air base not certain VIENNA The federal budget that proposes
Hoodies rally seeks justice for Trayvon Martin
Hoodies rally seeks justice for Trayvon Martin YOUNGSTOWN Many who attended the Hoodies with a
Federal judge strikes down parts of Wis. union law
Federal judge strikes down parts of Wis. union law MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A federal judge has upheld
'Mega Millions Mania' sweeps valley
Traffic was steady Friday at Millionaire Express near the corner of South Avenue and Mathews Road in Boardman as people waited to get a ticket for the Mega Millions jackpot.
Salem library schedules census research program
Salem library schedules census research program salem Salem Public Library, 821 E. State St.,
7 Pa. municipalities sue the state over new Marcellus Shale law
7 Pa. municipalities sue the state over new Marcellus Shale law
On the run, bin Laden lived in 5 houses
On the run, bin Laden lived in 5 houses ISLAMABAD (AP) — Osama bin Laden lived in five safe houses
Mega-long odds for winning record jackpot
Mega-long odds for winning record jackpot OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A world-record $540 million Mega
News anchor returning after televised dog bite
News anchor returning after televised dog bite DENVER (AP) — A Denver television news anchor who
Recall election ordered for Wis. Gov. Scott Walker
Recall election ordered for Wis. Gov. Scott Walker MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A recall election has been
Motorist dressed as Batman escapes ticket in Md.
Motorist dressed as Batman escapes ticket in Md. ROCKVILLE, Md. (AP) — Police in Maryland pulled
Gerberry would tax fracking wastewater recycling operations
Gerberry would tax fracking wastewater recycling operations COLUMBUS State Rep. Ronald V.
Judge rules against Patriot in OEPA dispute
Judge rules against Patriot in OEPA dispute WARREN Trumbull County Court of Common Pleas Judge
Army Reserve reprimands soldier who backed Paul
Army Reserve reprimands soldier who backed Paul IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — The U.S. Army Reserve has
Conn. woman gets 8 years for $6 million bank fraud
Conn. woman gets 8 years for $6 million bank fraud BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (AP) — A Naugatuck woman has
Firefighters race to contain Colorado wildfire
Firefighters race to contain Colorado wildfire CONIFER, Colo. (AP) — Federal fire crews are racing
Family: Dementia led to Pa. couple murder-suicide
Family: Dementia led to Pa. couple murder-suicide TREXLERTOWN, Pa. (AP) — An elderly Pennsylvania
Police: Man fatally stabbed pregnant girlfriend
Police: Man fatally stabbed pregnant girlfriend YORK, Pa. (AP) — Police say a man fatally stabbed
‘Ticked Off’ author cancels appearance
‘Ticked Off’ author cancels appearance NILES Janet L. DeCesare, author of “Ticked Off,” is
It’s time to meet on links for Charity Golf Scramble
HUBBARD Heart Reach Ministries will sponsor its 21st annual four-person Charity Golf Scramble on
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Mill Creek Chapter of American Business Women’s Association will have its annual
Stitchers plan annual Quilters’ Day Out
WARREN Ohio Star Quilters of Warren are planning their 25th annual Quilters’ Day Out May 2 at
Macejko fired Ally without mayor’s consent
City Prosecutor Jay Macejko never discussed disciplining or firing his assistant prosecutor, Bassil Ally, with then-Mayor Jay Williams before Macejko fired Ally, he said in a deposition released Thursday.
JetBlue’s ‘hero’ hails from Valley
Staff/wire reports SALEM The JetBlue Airways first officer who regained control of a flight to
EGCC, Warren offer free training for shale jobs
The growing shale industry has spurred a new job-training program for Mahoning Valley residents.
TEAM UNITY
Coach Thad Matta’s blowup at February practice inspired young Ohio State team to evaluate where it was headed
Covelli food-vendor deal finalized
The city board of control finalized deals to change the city-owned Covelli Centre’s food-and-beverage vendor April 17.
Williams and Pavlik face big weekend fights
Nearly seven years after his first professional fight, “Dangerous” Dannie Williams is on the brink of the big time.
Jurors in Agee case will see guns
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Judge Maureen Sweeney of Mahoning County
Principal is finalist for award
It takes under- standing from dedicated people to help a child learn.
Ursuline graduate Tom Manning busy with Toledo football program
Youngstown’s Tom Manning recently began his first full week of spring drills as the offensive line coach for the University of Toledo football program.
ACTION demands answers from leaders
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Youngstown State and local leaders were placed on
Benefit set at Flaming Ice Cube
In an area known more for its cheesy, meat-topped pizzas than vegan cuisine, one business owner has managed to thrive and expand.
Valley attorneys aid in Chardon suspect’s case
Staff report CHARDON The 17-year-old charged in the shooting deaths of three Chardon High School
POLICE REPORTS
POLICE REPORTS March 12 Criminal trespassing: Police issued a summons to Anna Miller, 46, of 711
Pay-to-play fees still under review
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com School-board members continued discussions of pay-to-
Unused paid time totaled $96M in 2010-11
Associated Press DAYTON Ohio paid about $96 million in 2010 and 2011 to retiring or resigning
Best Buy will cut costs, close 50 US stores
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS In order to grow, Best Buy is shrinking. The largest U.S.
Video raises doubts about Florida gunman’s story
Newly released police video of a handcuffed George Zimmerman may be important for what it doesn’t show: No obvious cuts, scrapes, blood or bandages. No clearly broken nose. No plainly visible evidence of a life-and-death struggle with Trayvon Martin.
Mandel targets Sen. Brown
Opinion: Josh Mandel, the Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate, has a lot going for him. He’s got a great
New type of fuel station set near I-76
New type of fuel station set near I-76 SEVILLE Clean-energy advocates are announcing the opening
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty: GIRARD March 24
Crash kills cyclist
Crash kills cyclist SMITH The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a crash that left a
OSU Extension offers Mahoning Valley gardening training
OSU Extension is offering training beginning April 11 for gardeners who want to increase their
Poland briefs
Poland resident earns honors Sigma Alpha Lambda is proud to announce that Kenzie Ellise Black of
Martin earns athletic, academic honors at Walsh
Canfield graduate Molly Martin, a junior at Walsh University, was recently honored with several
Maple Syrup Festival sticks to success
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The 35th year of Boardman Park’s Maple Syrup Festival was
“csi: NY” (9 P.M., CBS): Guest-star alert: Lee Majors, aka the Six Million Dollar Man,
“csi: NY” (9 P.M., CBS): Guest-star alert: Lee Majors, aka the Six Million Dollar Man, drops in on
Shale training | About the program
Eastern Gateway Community College and the city of Warren have teamed up to provide job training
4 jailed after tribute to Chardon victim ends with assault
A night that began with a toast to the memory of a murdered Chardon High School friend escalated into a beating of another 19-year-old friend.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Amanda Dean and Ralph Muldrow, Youngstown, girl, March 28.
‘Jeff’ filmmakers are on to something
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers “Jeff, Who Lives at Home” could be just another quirky,
birthdays
birthdays Actor Warren Beatty is 75. Drummer Graeme Edge of the Moody Blues is 71. Musician Eric
Postal service has been slipping
Opinion: Postal service has been slipping I’ve been watching the news programs and reading The Vindicator
OSU Extension offers gardening training
OSU Extension is offering training beginning April 11 for gardeners who want to increase their
Project Mayhem not your typical band concert
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is coming to Youngstown for a show
Boardman briefs
Spaghetti dinner set tomorrow Good Hope Lutheran Church is hosting a spaghetti dinner fundraiser
Canfield briefs
Drive through dinner set Western Reserve United Methodist Church will host a drive through
Austintown briefs
Celebrate Earth Day The Austintown library is celebrating Earth Day all month. Children of all
Boardman briefs
Neighbors needs your spring sports news The spring sports season has begun. Whether it’s on the
YSU’s Perry, Zuiker to transfer
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State men’s basketball players Nate Perry
‘JEFF, WHO LIVES AT HOME’
‘JEFF, WHO LIVES AT HOME’ Grade: A Credits: Directed by Mark and Jay Duplass; cast includes
‘Wrath’ clashes with gods
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers What’s the old saying — “3-D fool me once, shame on you,
George H.W. Bush endorses Romney
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES In a further closing of Republican ranks, former President George
Cabrera, Pettersson lead at Houston
Associated Press humble, texas Angel Cabrera and Carl Pettersson took advantage of early tee
Katie Couric to guest-host ‘Good Morning America’
Associated Press NEW YORK Katie Couric will be an early riser all next week. ABC announced
Initiative collects signatures
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Backers of one of two medical marijuana initiatives
Disclose Act needed
Opinion: Disclose Act needed San Jose Mercury News: The federal Disclose Act is back in play, and none too
ODNR to release shale-production figures Monday
By week’s end, all Utica Shale well drillers will report 2011 production figures to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. The facts and figures will provide the first real glimpse at what lies 7,000 feet beneath the ground in Northeast Ohio.
Lottery goes online
Lottery goes online SPRINGFIELD, Ill. With a record $540 million Mega Millions jackpot in play,
US Bank to close Valley locations
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Bancorp’s Mahoning Valley presence ends one week from today at 2
Police probe two robberies
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City police are investigating two
oddly enough
oddly enough 6-legged Swiss calf uncowed by disability GENEVA A six-legged calf has defied
More autism reported, likely from better testing
Associated Press ATLANTA One child out of 88 in the U.S. is believed to have autism or a
Ex-agent arrested, charged with assaulting her father
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A 46-year-old woman, who police listed as a former FBI agent, has been
Oakland’s Cespedes hits homer in win over Seattle
Associated Press TOKYO Cuban defector Yoenis Cespedes hit his first major league home run to
Today’s entertaiment picks:
Today’s entertaiment picks: v Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus, 7 p.m.: The circus
mahoning valley Easter egg hunts
Listing of area Easter egg hunts and other activities as submitted to The Vindicator: mahoning
Boardman police note rise in scams
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN Township police said they’ve seen an uptick
Consumers’ counsel takes on big job under trying conditions
Editorial: Over a period of seven years, the Office of Consumers’ Counsel under Janine Migden-Ostrander spent
YEC provides opportunity
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Jos Delapaz and Karen Leal are the first
Chamber says it aided creation of 3,000 jobs
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/ Warren Regional Chamber said its
Economy grew 3 percent in final quarter of 2011
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. economy grew at an annual rate of 3 percent in the final
Mahoning officials OK 911 agreement
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County commissioners approved a
High court’s options on health law
Associated Press WASHINGTON The arguments are done, and the case has been submitted, as Chief
US faces threat from drones
Opinion: By John Villasenor Los Angeles Times President Obama signed a sweeping aviation bill in February
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 22.35 .07 Avalon
Victim of Struthers blast dies
Staff report struthers Mayor Terry Stocker called it a sad day for the community after hearing
Years Ago
Today is Friday, March 30, the 90th day of 2012. There are 276 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Canfield bands earn superior ratings
The Canfield High School Concert and Symphonic Bands both received Superior ratings for their
Canfield sport briefs
Neighbors needs your spring sports news The spring sports season has begun. Whether it’s on the
The beat goes on at Dobbins Elementary
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com As they practiced and prepared for their performance at Dobbins
Rotary presidents attend seminar
Four Rotary clubs were represented recently at the All-Ohio Rotary Presidents-Elect Training Seminar
Rotary presidents attend state seminar
Four Rotary clubs were represented recently at the All-Ohio Rotary Presidents-Elect Training Seminar
North Elementary students enjoy mime time
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Tom Johnson didn’t have to use any words at all to earn some big
Dobbins students eat their way through the rainbow
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The lunches at Poland Schools March 19-23 spanned the colors of
Dobbins students focus on health and nutrition
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Dobbins Elementary fourth-graders at were treated to a jam-packed
Small business expo celebrates Austintown
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Austintown residents lent their support to the Main Street
Canfield men’s golf league seeks members
The Canfield Men’s Golf League is looking for new members for the 2012 season that opens on April 25
OSU Extension offers gardening training
OSU Extension is offering training beginning April 11 for gardeners who want to increase their
CHC students welcome guest readers
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at C.H. Campbell Elementary School entertained
CHC students have fun in the sun
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com With Mother Nature providing sun and warm weather on March
Feb. 25
Feb. 25 Theft: A $2,560, 65-inch plasma TV was stolen from HH Gregg, 441 Boardman-Poland Road.
Local dancers excel at New York competition
Dancers from Stage Left Theater Arts Academy in Canfield recently competed at Onstage New York dance
Boardman track girls begin season with a win
The Boardman girls outdoor track team opened its 2012 outdoor season with an 88-49 convincing win
Trustees reappoint fiscal officer
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com A former township employee will fill the fiscal-officer
First-graders give special people a KISS
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Parents, relatives and friends of Stadium Drive first-graders
Event offers a taste of White House Fruit Farm
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The weather did its part March 17-18 as White House Fruit
Career center students earn medals at competition
Students in the Early Childhood Development program at the Mahoning County Career and Technical
Austintown briefs
Drennan to speak in Valley Bruce Drennan from All Bets Are Off on Sports Time Ohio will be the
Lynn Kirk students enjoy spring carnival
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The carnival came to town early for Lynn Kirk Elementary, as
St. Christine students host Mini-Relay for Life event
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com During the Relay for Life, volunteers gain sponsorships to
Cosmetology students earn money, experience
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Junior students in the cosmetology program at the Mahoning
Thursday, March 29 (122 stories)
Group seeks commitment to fix Youngstown schools
Group seeks commitment to fix Youngstown schools Youngstown State and local leaders were placed
Mahoning commissioners OK agreement with AT&T for 911 upgrade
Mahoning commissioners OK agreement with AT&T for 911 upgrade
One of two men burned in Struthers explosion has died
One of two men burned in Struthers explosion has died
Four face charges following kidnapping and assault
Four face charges following kidnapping and assault AUSTINTOWN A night that began with a toast to
Judge allows guns, drug evidence to be admitted in Kevin Agee murder trial
Judge allows guns, drug evidence to be admitted in Kevin Agee murder trial
House rejects conservatives’ deficit-cutting plan
House rejects conservatives’ deficit-cutting plan WASHINGTON (AP) — The House rejected a budget
Federal judge to rule on Ohio's lethal-injection process
Federal judge to rule on Ohio's lethal-injection process
Hero first officer hails from the Mahoning Valley
Hero first officer hails from the Mahoning Valley The JetBlue Airways first officer who helped re-
Lordstown Board of Public Affairs has special meeting Friday
Lordstown Board of Public Affairs has special meeting Friday
Some residents not warned about Colo. wildfire
Some residents not warned about Colo. wildfire CONIFER, Colo. (AP) — Some residents in the path of
U.S. Bancorps closing Mahoning Valley locations April 6
U.S. Bancorps closing Mahoning Valley locations April 6
Romney ad strategy gives clues to general election
Romney ad strategy gives clues to general election NEW YORK (AP) — According to Mitt Romney and
OSHP troopers seize mobile meth lab during Stark County traffic stop
OSHP troopers seize mobile meth lab during Stark County traffic stop
Accused Chardon school shooter has Mahoning County lawyers
Accused Chardon school shooter has Mahoning County lawyers The 17-year-old charged in the shooting
Collision kills bicyclist
Collision kills bicyclist SMITH The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a crash that
Education rally tonight at Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church
Education rally tonight at Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church
Extradition kept Mont. mom from kids in Bahamas
Extradition kept Mont. mom from kids in Bahamas BOZEMAN, Mont. (AP) — Investigators say they knew
Stranded man survives 10 days on snow; friend dies
Stranded man survives 10 days on snow; friend dies RENO, Nev. (AP) — A 76-year-old Colorado man
US economy grew 3 percent in final quarter of 2011
US economy grew 3 percent in final quarter of 2011 WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy grew at a
House ready to OK GOP budget, rejects rival plans
House ready to OK GOP budget, rejects rival plans WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans are ready to ram
US jobless claims fall to lowest level in 4 years
US jobless claims fall to lowest level in 4 years WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of people seeking
Wildfire dangers prevent Colo. residents’ return
Wildfire dangers prevent Colo. residents’ return CONIFER, Colo. (AP) — Displaced residents are
DA: Shooting of knife-wielding resident justified
DA: Shooting of knife-wielding resident justified DOYLESTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Prosecutors say a
Police: Family bound, man killed in home invasion
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D’Amato-Melnik nuptials planned for this summer
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Parents announce plans for Yankle, Kennedy wedding
Margaret Yankle of Columbiana and Nicholas Kennedy of East Palestine are engaged, their parents
Teachers plan to marry Aug. 4 at bed and breakfast
Jamie Catherine Fiest of Girard and Craig Charles Giesy of Warren are engaged and planning to be
Rachel Stanwood, Tyler Boyle plan to marry in July
COLUMBIANA Jay and Margie Stanwood of Columbiana are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
McCooey-Lowry wedding will be in Indianapolis
COLUMBIANA James and Ruth McCooey of Columbiana are announcing the engagement and coming marriage
Couple plan May ceremony in Boardman Park
BOARDMAN Linda Bobo of Boardman is announcing the engagement and coming marriage of her son,
Free Ballroom Boogie offered at Kuzman’s
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Decision on Macejko by next week, mayor says
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Testimony continues in Agee trial
A St. Dominic Church priest told a jury he saw Thomas Repchic alive for the last time in front of the church shortly before Repchic was fatally shot Sept. 25, 2010.
Public encouraged to use blue for Autism Awareness Month
Mahoning Valley residents are walking and wearing blue to raise awareness about autism in events leading up to April, National Autism Awareness Month.
Angling for No. 2
With junior Kurt Hess entrenched as YSU’s starting QB, sophomore Pat Angle is trying to clinch the backup spot
youngstown City council approves $151M budget
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City council members approved this year’s
Healthy Phantoms back on the ice
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Two critical home losses at home last weekend have made it all but
In celebration of English
About 3,000 high-school and middle-school students from the Mahoning Valley and western Pennsylvania each read seven books in preparation for the Youngstown State University English Festival.
Court shaves 9 years off prison sentences
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The 7th District Court of Appeals has shaved nine years off the 50-year
OSU’s March success due to ‘Sully’
Few command a room like Satch Sullinger, the retired coach who shepherded basketball players in the Columbus area for 27 years and sent two of his sons to play for Ohio State.
Donation provides lab for school
A Boston doctor received a rock-star welcome at Stadium Drive Elementary School.
Struthers officials: Keep pants pulled up
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com struthers Kids, listen: When you’re in the Struthers
Police: Traffic signal is needed
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN Another serious accident at South Avenue and
New director takes over
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Patricia McGovern Sweeney, a lifelong
New look at old data
Detailed information about Americans, including Mahoning Valley residents, who lived through the Great Depression will be unveiled Monday, after having been sealed for the past 72 years.
Valley home-sales figures for February are mixed
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Results of Mahoning Valley home sales and sale prices continued to be
Trumbull officials OK road-use agreement
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Warren Trumbull County commissioners approved
Boardman trustees to present budget
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Former Valley resident, patent holder dies at 88
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com parma A Chaney High School alumnus, who founded the Ohio
Cruising for a showdown
Opinion: NASHVILLE, Tenn. Ali Bokhari, now 39, emigrated from Pakistan in 2000 and eventually settled here
911 tapes warrant an arrest
Opinion: Pending the outcome of some voice analysis, there is arguably enough evidence in the 911 tapes to
Fla. teen’s case turns into brand, trademark
From the T-shirt and hoodie sales to trademarking slogans such as “Justice for Trayvon” to the pass-the-hat rallies that bring in thousands, the case of an unarmed black teenager killed by a neighborhood- watch volunteer quickly is turning into an Internet-fueled brand.
Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476
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Meyer doesn’t see ‘wow’ factor from Buckeyes’ wide receivers
By Tim May The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS Urban Meyer walked into his first Ohio State
‘Best band’ buzz propels Champion native’s band
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Saluting Earth Day | PBS programs
Western Reserve PBS (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1) will salute Earth Day — April 22 — with the following TV
What to do after you hit jackpot
Associated Press With a half-billion- dollar multistate lottery jackpot up for grabs, plenty of
health-care overhaul Court appears split over ideology
Associated Press WASHINGTON Concluding three days of fervent, public disagreement, a Supreme
TODAY
TODAY Pop, Rock, Jazz David Wax Museum, 8 p.m., Kent Stage, 175 E. Main St., Kent; 800-595-4849.
The King of the BIG CATS
When Alexander Lacey was a child, his two dreams were to continue the family business working with big cats and to tour America in the Greatest Show on Earth.
CD RATES
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Copper stolen
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Don’t judge Trayvon killing
Opinion: By Glenn Garvin McClatchy Newspapers I’ve read tens, maybe hundreds, of thousands of words on
Bypassing diabetes
By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer CHICAGO (AP) New research gives clear proof
Court reform won’t occur without change in attitude
Editorial: Mahoning County residents ex- pecting a firm commitment from government officials that the archaic
We’ve exported our future
Opinion: By Venkatesh Narayanamurti Los Angeles Times We all know the United States has a jobs crisis.
Smash hits, ego wars and a revolving door for singers
OK, Van Halen fans, be honest: Nobody really laments the end of the “Van Hagar” era, do they?
Surplus food
Surplus food Price Memorial AME Zion Church, 902 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, produce and assorted
Gargle with beer for sore throat
Q. I just read the letter from a reader who had recurrent sinus infections for years. I, too, had
if you go
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Panel mulls redistricting
By Caitlin Fitch and Ralph Lewis TheNewsOutlet.org YOUNGSTOWN The city’s charter- review
POLICE CALLS
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MAHONING VALLEY | Easter egg hunts
Listing of area Easter egg hunts and other activities as submitted to The Vindicator: mahoning
Roller Derby girls will wheel into Covelli Centre this season
Youngstown’s girls roller- derby team will realize its dream this season by adopting Covelli Centre
“the pauly d project” (10:30 p.m., MTV): And you thought you were done with the
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Pittsburgh comic is comfy in Valley
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Make no mistake about it, the life of a comedian isn’t
Poll: Obama leads GOP front-runners
Associated Press COLUMBUS A new poll shows President Barack Obama with a slight lead among Ohio
Heart clinic for women
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birthdays
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NEw this week
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Births
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‘The Killing’ returns — but will angry fans?
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK When “The Killing” returns for its second
‘Covenant marriage’ wrong
Opinion: The Dothan (Ala.) Eagle: Proponents of a “covenant marriage” bill under consideration in the Alabama
Cultures clash over Kentucky and Louisville
Associated Press LEXINGTON, Ky. This Bluegrass State rivalry runs deep, and the divide is wide.
Losing wears on Cavs PG Irving
Associated Press cleveland Kyrie Irving’s first season in the NBA has been unlike any in his
Selected local stocks
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Bluegrass banjo legend Earl Scruggs dies at 88
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Bluegrass legend and banjo pioneer Earl Scruggs, who helped
NFL coaches, owners expected to address bounties with players
Associated Press PALM BEACH, Fla. NFL coaches plan to go right at the league’s most sensitive
Romney in mop-up phase of campaign
Associated Press WASHINGTON After a three-month struggle, Mitt Romney edged into the mop-up
Magic Johnson group gets the Dodgers
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Magic Johnson is about to learn $2 billion only buys you so much.
Workshop targets health-care careers
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What do we get for our money?
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Duo offers musical program
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The duo of Julie M. Wilcox and Amanda Rae Matson will present “Poison in
oddly enough
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Els doesn’t feel pressure to win
Associated Press HUMBLE, Texas Ernie Els is approaching the Houston Open like any other
ATHENA NOMINEES
ATHENA NOMINEES 2012 The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber announced the 25 nominees for the
Ex-Blagojevich aide gets 10 days in jail
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Hospital could be liable in shooting
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The mentally ill gunman who killed a worker and wounded several
Mumbai, Miami on list for big weather disasters
Associated Press WASHINGTON Global warming is leading to such severe storms, droughts and heat
US Marshals seek to apprehend man accused of beating officer
Staff report CLEVELAND U.S. Marshals Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is seeking the
Minority and women-owned business showcase
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Don’t bust a sag in Struthers
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Nine years shaved off prison terms in Kaluza shooting
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Youngstown council OKs budget and sets priorities
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Wisconsin signs Maryland QB Danny O’Brien
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DA charges man with 5 murder counts in SF killings
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Copper pipes taken from Boardman pizza shop's air-conditioning unit
Copper pipes taken from Boardman pizza shop's air-conditioning unit
Milton Township firefighters host open house Saturday
Milton Township firefighters host open house Saturday
Teen Straight Talk has musical fundraiser program Saturday
Teen Straight Talk has musical fundraiser program Saturday
Pope urges more church freedom in Cuba
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George H.W. Bush to formally back Romney
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Family says search crews find body of Ark. boy, 4
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Mixed review of Mahoning Valley home sales in February
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Competency exam for Chardon school shooting suspect
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Gingrich revamps campaign to deny Romney delegates
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Snow plow driver, wife charged in Vt. woman death
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Federal fire crews taking over Colo. wildfire
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JetBlue CEO: captain a ‘consummate professional’
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US. Sen. Brown gets new National Guard assignment
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Former officer pleads guilty to assaulting girls
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Police: Sex offender raped toddler
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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
Firehouse will be open
Engagement correction An engagement announcement for Katie L. Mraz and Joseph A. Cirelli III
Last call at Sports Grille
The Youngstown Sports Grille’s last day in its South Avenue building is Saturday. “We’ll have a big going-away party with style. We have a lot to be proud of,” said owner Sean Pregibon, pictured here.
Bonanza of a sale at Ponderosa
Only one portion of Ponderosa Park in Goshen sold at a sheriff’s sale Tuesday afternoon, but it fetched more than anticipated.
Off and running
The Poland softball team has many goals for this season, but one in particular stands out.
BP’s $331M investment in Trumbull will spur growth in Ohio, leaders say
BP’s $331 million investment in the Mahoning Valley will have a “tremendous impact” on jobs and economic development in Ohio, a company official said.
REPCHIC MURDER TRIAL: Shooting victim’s widow testifies
Jacquelyn Repchic told a Mahoning County jury about her recollections of the day she lost her husband — and her leg — in a shooting on the city’s South Side.
YSU gets needed victory
It may have been Youngstown State that had the zip in the Penguins’ 8-4 win over Akron at Eastwood Field on Tuesday.
Attorney cleared in texts dispute
A federal judge did not find Atty. Scott Cochran of Youngstown in contempt of court for releasing to The Vindicator a series of text messages from a religious- discrimination lawsuit that was settled by the city of Youngstown.
Souper Supper
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Cards start season strong
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com CORTLAND The Canfield High boys baseball erupted for five runs
Clinkscale plea deal: 6 years?
Keilan Clinkscale, 22, of Youngstown, originally charged with three counts of murder for two separate shootings — one in 2009 and two others in 2011 — likely will spend a total of six years in prison.
Pens’ home winning streak ends
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The Pittsburgh Penguins admit they have a tendency to get so
Mount Hope vets cemetery gets new life
The vision of a local minister has given area youths a chance to earn much-needed income and breathed new life into a historic cemetery that had fallen into ruin and neglect.
Escape adds 5 charges for Hill
Instead of willingly returning to West Virginia to face a theft charge, Charles S. Hill now is looking at five felony charges related to his escape from authorities Monday.
Buford is Ohio State’s wild card
When it comes to unpredictable, game-changing performers at a Final Four, most of the time the discussion revolves around a precocious freshman.
Lower unemployment rate has a downside
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley’s unemployment rate tumbled
Benefit set for 2 hurt in explosion
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com struthers Two men who were burned in an explosion at the
Time to eat
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Blueberries
Family Features How do you get more of nature’s antioxidant superfruit into your daily diet?
Creedence Clearwater ... revisited
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Court signals trouble for health law
Associated Press WASHINGTON The fate of President Barack Obama’s health- care overhaul was cast
“I carry in my heart the just aspirations and legitimate desires of all Cubans, wherever they
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Romney: Obama cozies up to Kremlin
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Don’t dress like a hoodlum
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Smith, Beverly lift Red teams to wins
By LOWELL SPENCER sports@vindy.com LISBON Columbiana County basketball fans were seeing a lot
GOP out to silence women
Opinion: By Rep. ELIJAH E. CUMMINGS Baltimore Sun Rush Limbaugh’s recent, despicable three-day attack
Schaff speaker discusses Social Gospel, justice
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com youngstown The Rev. Dr. Gary Dorrien approached his
“Whitechapel” (10 p.m., BBC): The gripping crime drama, “Whitechapel”
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Hit list
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Youngstown schools Board eyes cost-cutting options
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Closing buildings, cutting all overtime and
April movies include a few keepers
By Rafer Guzman Newsday With April coming up, we’re heading into the pre-summer movie months, or
Exotic-animal owners decry bill
MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Evelyn Shaw has owned a cougar for more than 15 years.
birthdays
birthdays Actress Conchata Ferrell is 69. Actor Ken Howard is 68. Actress Dianne Wiest is 64.
There could be more to the story
Opinion: There could be more to the story When I read about the plight of Rik Blake, the veteran who bought
Afghan women in harm’s way
Opinion: What will happen to Afghan women? As the United States winds down its presence in Afghanistan and
‘War on women’ is a canard
Opinion: By Jennifer A. MARSHALL Heritage Foundation America is in the midst of a gravely serious debate
Yankee Lake Wine Co. Quality juice results as fruits of their labor
This valley is blessed with a lot of strong connections to European cultural and family traditions.
Syria accepts peace plan, but violence continues
Associated Press QAA, Lebanon Syria accepted a cease-fire drawn up by U.N. envoy Kofi Annan on
Cavs drop fourth straight game
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA As Rod Thorn waited outside Cleveland’s locker room for coach
Failure to appear in petty-theft case
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Passengers subdue screaming JetBlue captain
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Passengers onboard a JetBlue flight bound for Las Vegas on Tuesday
North Korea is on the verge of taking another step backward
Editorial: It’s probably asking too much of a young man thrust into leadership of his nation by his father’s
Congress sends startup bill to Obama
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Rosy outlook hangs on for many
Associated Press NEW YORK Americans are holding onto a rosier view of the U.S. economy as they
Parents of slain teen go to Capitol Hill
In a packed forum on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, the parents of Trayvon Martin found support among members of Congress who turned the death of their 17-year-old’s son into a rallying cry against racial profiling.
Easter-basket cupcakes add a special touch
Family Features Go beyond store-bought marshmallow chicks and chocolate rabbits this year. Perfect
Ohio panel to rule against Patriot facility
The Environmental Review Appeals Commission today will issue a ruling against Warren-based Patriot Water Treatment LLC, shifting the lengthy legal battle back to Trumbull County Common Pleas Court.
4 new permits for wells in Valley
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has issued four new permits
A souper cause
An annual fundraising event at Austintown Fitch High School is more important each year than its last as the number of residents in need of assistance continues to rise.
Trumbull officials plan to OK drilling pact
Trumbull County commissioners plan to approve a road-use and management agreement today that the Trumbull County Engineer’s Office will use for the first time later this month.
spaghetti dinner
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Microsoft co-founder falls victim to ID theft
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Even the billionaire co-founder of Microsoft isn’t immune to
Rescue Mission gets a new director
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN James G. Echement is the new executive director of The Rescue Mission of
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Jazz fest features Dresel
Staff report Boardman The 12th annual Boardman High School Jazz Fest will be 7 p.m. Monday in
campbell Paving project to begin
Staff report campbell The city finally got bidders for a $487,347 road project in the old
Memorial service to commemorate King
Staff report Youngstown The Baptist Pastors’ Council of Youngstown and Vicinity will commemorate
Agenda Thursday
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Ohio Heroin abuse worsens; first-time users younger
Associated Press COLUMBUS Heroin is so prevalent in Ohio it is “falling out of the sky,”
“The Godfather,” one of Hollywood’s landmark films, marked its 40th anniversary
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Newton Falls man charged with pandering material involving minors
Newton Falls man charged with pandering material involving minors Warren A Newton Falls man is
Ruling to go against Patriot Water Treatment
Ruling to go against Patriot Water Treatment By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com WARREN The
Youngstown schools face tough financial choices
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Souper Supper is Wednesday at Fitch
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Bicyclists warned to steer clear of ND’s oil patch
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Mahoning prosecutor recommends 6-year prison term for man charged in 3 murders
Mahoning prosecutor recommends 6-year prison term for man charged in 3 murders
Judge: No contempt in release of documents in Bassil Ally case
Judge: No contempt in release of documents in the Bassil Ally case
Fugitive charged with five felonies related to his fleeing
Fugitive charged with five felonies related to his fleeing WARREN Instead of willingly
Funeral for the Rev. Al Sharpton’s mom draws crowd
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US Supreme Court denies ‘Boys Don’t Cry’ appeal
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Obama uncle admits facts in drunken driving case
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Boat sinks, Texas man survives 30 hours in Gulf
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Freight train derails, catches fire in NE Indiana
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Summer wedding for Katie Mraz, Joseph Cirelli
Robert and Barbara Mraz of Austintown and Kathleen M. Cirelli of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their children, Katie Lynn Mraz of Austintown, and Joseph A. Cirelli III of Beaver Falls, Pa. Mr. Cirelli also is the son of the late Joseph A. Cirelli Jr.
Lower death risk seen with heart bypass surgery
Lower death risk seen with heart bypass surgery CHICAGO (AP) — Older patients with clogged heart
Police ID girl killed in Philly store crash
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Valley’s unemployment rate drops nearly 2 percent
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Cops: Slaying suspect arrested near Pittsburgh
Cops: Slaying suspect arrested near Pittsburgh EDGEWOOD, Pa. (AP) — A man wanted in the killing of
Warren man arrested in North Jackson
Warren man arrested in North Jackson North Jackson Jackson Township police arrested a Warren man
NASA launches suborbital rockets from Virginia
NASA launches suborbital rockets from Virginia ATLANTIC, Va. (AP) — After several delays, NASA has
NYC co-op plans vote on Israeli product boycott
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Body ID sought in blast at Ga. ‘Chicken Man’ home
Body ID sought in blast at Ga. ‘Chicken Man’ home ROSWELL, Ga. (AP) — A medical examiner is
Psychiatrist says vet didn’t intend to kill 2
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BP confirms 85,000-acre Trumbull County gas lease deal
BP confirms 85,000-acre Trumbull County gas lease deal
Miss LuBonovic, Jason Hazen to marry in June
POLAND John and Mary LuBonovic of Poland are announcing the engagement and plans for a summer
June 9 chosen for Baragona- Mientkiewicz rite
NILES Tessa Baragona and Steven Mientkiewicz, along with their parents, are announcing their
Danielle Hubbell to be bride of Joseph Anthony
NEW CASTLE, PA Danielle Hubbell and Joseph Anthony, both of New Castle, are announcing their
Parents announce plans for Doinoff, Slipski wedding
The engagement and coming marriage of Cassandra Marie Doinoff of North Lima and John Richard Slipski
REUNIONS
East High School January and June Classes of 1949 will meet at noon Friday at Johnny’s Restaurant in
Dinner fundraiser to help cancer sufferer
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BP Trumbull leases may total $331M
More than 1,000 Trumbull County landowners voted in favor of the state’s largest single-county oil and gas lease Monday night, which, if executed, will pump more than $331 million into the local economy.
City to target priorities in $151M budget
A $1.67 million carryover from 2011 and an expected 2-percent increase in income-tax collections this year are allowing the city to use more money for demolition and reinstate a small-business-loan program.
Niles police seek 2 in vandalism spree
Police are looking for two men who went on an early-morning rampage Monday with a John Deere Tractor Shovel, using the large machine to vandalize a house and construction trailers.
YSU has familiar face in unfamiliar place
When Ashen Ward was a sophomore at Cleveland’s Villa Angela-St. Joseph High, he told the football coach he was thinking of trying out.
Mahoning officials hear case for court consolidation
The path to consolidation of Mahoning County’s lower courts can begin with easily agreed- upon small steps, according to a consultant who studied the matter for the county bar association.
Diamond domination
Pitching in 40-degree weather with a biting wind blowing into his face, Ursuline High pitcher Sam Donko is not exactly sure how he stayed warm.
Police arrest suspect in Liberty after 4-hour hunt
The man who led authorities on an hours-long chase began the episode by attempting to run over members of the U.S. Marshals Task Force, who responded by firing their weapons at his minivan.
NYPL all-star game is focus
Major League Baseball’s All-Star Game, more affectionately known as the Mid-Summer Classic, is held the second week of July. Even though the Class A New York-Penn League’s version rolls around in the middle of August, plans for its All-Star Game began right as last season ended.
Poland board takes no action on pay-to-play
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND School-board members continued discussions of
Losing span in February toughened Buckeyes
Associated Press COLUMBUS Even before the first touch foul or vicious dunk of the season, Thad
Weekend crimes keep Youngstown police busy
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating several weekend
Mahoning board certifies election tallies
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Board of Elections
Afghan forces shoot, kill 3 NATO troops
Afghan forces shoot, kill 3 NATO troops kabul Afghan security forces shot and killed three
Baylor, Stanford in Final 4
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Baylor has just two wins to go for 40-0. Tennessee’s future is
Surplus food
Surplus food People’s Chapel Church of God, 2145 Hillman St., Youngstown, food giveaway, 11 a.m.
ON THE MOVE
ON THE MOVE Among stocks making moves Monday: Lions Gate Entertainment climbed 4.5 percent after
Clarification
Opinion: Clarification A letter that appeared in Monday’s column written by Chuck Johnson regarding
Wife defends accused husband
afghanistan slayings Associated Press SEATAC, Wash. The wife of a U.S. soldier accused of
Gas prices in Ohio rise about 12 cents
Gas prices in Ohio rise about 12 cents columbus Gasoline prices in Ohio have jumped about 12
Frosty night threatens early-budding fruit crops
Associated Press ALBANY, N.Y. Anxious farmers in fruit-growing regions of the Great Lakes,
Senior ’star games set at 3 sites this week
Staff report The Columbiana County All-Star Classic will tipoff a week of basketball showcases for
Speaker aims to inspire teens to make good choices
By MARY R. SMITH news@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE By the time David Kohout of Talk is Cheap Inc.
Playground at Girard’s St. Rose named for teacher
For most of the past century, St. Rose Parish and the school associated with it have been staples in the city, leaving their mark on many of the city’s residents.
Justices move to heart of health-care overhaul
Associated Press WASHINGTON As demonstrations swirled outside, Supreme Court justices signaled
Fla. neighborhood-watch shooting Fight claims, pot put teen’s side on defense
Associated Press SANFORD, Fla. The family and supporters of slain Florida teenager Trayvon
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Winfrey talks to jailed mom ORANGEBURG, S.C. Talk-show host and media mogul Oprah
Teens smoking less in S.D.
Opinion: Argus Leader, Sioux Falls: It’s encouraging news to see teen smoking rates in South Dakota drop so
Bernanke: US job market still weak
Associated Press WASHINGTON Chairman Ben Bernanke says the U.S. job market remains weak despite
District will transition to new standards
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com BOARDMAN The Boardman School District, like every
Santorum argues own case
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republican presidential candidate Rick Santorum appeared outside the
On Wall Street, stocks record huge gain
Associated Press NEW YORK Stocks leapt to multiyear highs and recorded one of their biggest
Lawyer: Monsignor ‘won’t run’ from church’s sex-abuse crisis
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA A high-ranking monsignor on trial in Philadelphia “won’t run” from
Sullinger is AP All-American
Associated Press Kansas forward Thomas Robinson has even more in common with Blake Griffin. Not
Strauss-Kahn is handed preliminary charges
Associated Press LILLE, France A lawyer for Dominique Strauss-Kahn says the former IMF chief has
Brewers beat Indians, Pirates fall to Orioles
Associated Press GOODYEAR, Ariz. Milwaukee manager Ron Roenicke has a message for Brewers fans
Jennifer Lawrence proved in the 2010 film “Winter’s Bone” that she could play a
Jennifer Lawrence proved in the 2010 film “Winter’s Bone” that she could play a girl with strength,
‘Pink slime’ maker halts some operations
Associated Press LUBBOCK, Texas The maker of “pink slime” suspended operations Monday at three
Austintown trustees reappoint fiscal officer
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown A former township employee will fill the fiscal-
Pope’s visit to Cuba is tainted
Opinion: Pope Benedict XVI’s three-day visit to Cuba began under a cloud Monday: Human rights groups are
Drilling won’t lower gas prices
Opinion: By Dan Becker and James Gerstenzang McClatchy-Tribune The drill babies are back, touting Exxon-
Privacy still matters in US
Opinion: By Barbara Shelly McClatchy Newspapers The jury has spoken, and everything about the Rutgers
Youngstown must not allow a replay of scaffolding saga
Editorial: Mayor Charles Sammarone is justifiably cautious about the pledges from the owner of a downtown
Quick, witty ‘39 Steps’ hits hilarious heights
IF YOU GO What: “The 39 Steps” Where: Youngstown Playhouse When: 7:30 p.m. Friday and
Make Republicans welcome here
Opinion: Make Republicans welcome here Speaker John Boehner’s com- ment during a recent visit to Mahoning
Public input sought on city charter
Public input sought on city charter YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Charter Review Committee is
Stars lined up to be on Lionel Richie’s new duets album Country roots run deep
By CHRIS TALBOTT AP Entertainment Writer NASHVILLE, Tenn. Kenny Chesney was so excited about
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, March 27, the 87th day of 2012. There are 279 days left in the year. Associated
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown Academy of Excellence school board, 3:30 p.m., 1408 Rigby St.
AGING IN OHIO State needs younger work force
Demographic shifts have left Ohio with one of the oldest work forces in the country and too few younger workers to replace aging baby boomers as they retire.
Drill, baby, drill in ANWR
Opinion: By Robert L. EHRLICH Jr. Baltimore Sun Sometimes, it is worth our time to step back, to take the
Monday, March 26 (73 stories)
Poland school board takes no action on pay-to-play
Poland school board takes no action on pay-to-play
Boardman schools to adopt Common Core standards in 2014-15 school year
Boardman schools to adopt Common Core standards in 2014-15 school year
Austintown trustees appoint former employee as fiscal officer
Austintown trustees appoint former employee as fiscal officer
WORTH A LOOK
CARD, BINGO PARTIES St. Jude Church, 180 Seventh St., Columbiana, will sponsor a super bingo
YMCA to launch pilot women’s fitness class
YMCA to launch pilot women’s fitness class YOUNGSTOWN The YMCA of Youngstown will launch Resume
HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY
HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY Margaret “Marge” Biska THE HONOREE Residence: Formerly of Campbell, now of
Man flees after trying to rob Italian store in Cornersburg
Man flees after trying to rob Italian store in Cornersburg Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police are
Resolving flooding in Canfield would cost more than $7.5M
The city will have to spend more than $7 million to stop the flooding issues that have plagued some residents for more than 10 years.
Boomers strain to gain foothold in new economy
Second in a three-day series By KATE GIAMMARISE The Blade TOLEDO Baby boomers have been a
2012 presidential election could take stock market on long and rocky ride
Rick Santorum’s Louisiana triumph reignited his presidential hopes, and now there seems to be little indication that the race for the GOP nomination will end anytime soon.
Lariccias honored for aid to Animal Charity
The prospect of a humane agency’s closing and less help for animals in need made Mary Lariccia unable to sleep one cold midwinter night.
Bruce Zoldan’s consortium has another horse that will make a Run for the Roses
Bruce Zoldan’s consortium has another horse that will make a Run for the Roses
Trumbull prosecutor says cyber sex-abuse skyrockets
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The examples of Trumbull County residents committing sex
Students over 50 flock to college at record pace
Steve Newman never expected to be going back to college in his 50s to train for a new job.
Woods gets first PGA win since ’09
Tiger Woods finally brought the buzz back to the very thing that made him famous — winning.
Spring splendor already colors Mill Creek Park
A honey bee checks out the flowers on a cherry tree that is in full bloom at Fellows Riverside Gardens in Mill Creek MetroParks. The park's flowers have blossomed a month earlier than they would normally because of the unusually warm weather over the past two months, the park's horticulture director said.
Downtown reflections
There are things we look at every day and often take for granted. Downtown Youngstown could well be one of those things.
Truck catches fire on I-80 in Liberty
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police are looking for a white man about 40 to 45 years old and about 5
A $116 billion price tag
Opinion: WASHINGTON The most compelling sentences in the Obama administration’s brief defending the
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
California rain helps Stewart to 2nd win
Associated Press FONTANA, CALIF. When dark clouds ominously obscured majestic Mount Baldy north
Government becoming more intrusive
Opinion: Are there no limits on government’s power, no place where it cannot go? New York City Mayor
Ohio has too often looked past charter schools’ shortcomings
Editorial: Carl Shye may be one of the worst examples of Ohio’s failure to monitor operations of charter
‘Doc McStuffins’ TV show helps kids not fear the doctor
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES Many TV shows have dispassionate origins,
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Hunger Games’ nabs $155M at box office LOS ANGELES “The Hunger Games” has filled
VIDEO GAME REVIEW
‘kid icarus: uprising’ Grade: C Details: Nintendo, for the Nintendo 3DS, $39.99 After years of
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,
House GOP budget plan draws scorn
House GOP budget plan draws scorn washington The new debt-slashing budget plan pushed by House
Above, students in the first-grade class of Jamie Giliberti of Austintown Local Schools get a close-
Above, students in the first-grade class of Jamie Giliberti of Austintown Local Schools get a close-
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Honolulu judge restrains man who jumped on bench HONOLULU A judge took matters
Somogyi’s strong pitching delivers series win
By Ryan Buck sports@vindycom CANFIELD Behind a fast start at the plate and six innings of
COLUMBUS DISPATCH
COLUMBUS DISPATCH Steve Newman, who was laid off from his civil-engineering job three years ago,
Canfield flood plan | What’s planned
Canfield city officials recently put together a list of potential flood-alleviation projects and
Theft at Auto Mall
Theft at Auto Mall YOUNGSTOWN The 422 Auto Mall, 2000 McCartney Road on the East Side, reported
Afghans: US paid $50K per death in shooting spree
Associated Press KANDAHAR, Afghanistan The U.S. paid $50,000 in compensation for each villager
COLUMBUS DISPATCH
COLUMBUS DISPATCH Steve Newman, 51, of Hilliard, near Columbus, chose to get additional education
Quick Suns start burns Cavs; Gortat, Morris net 22
Associated Press CLEVELAND The Phoenix Suns made a statement early on against Cleveland. The
Yahoo appoints 3 to board of directors
Associated Press NEW YORK Internet company Yahoo has appointed three members to its board of
Battle over Obama health law reaches high court
Associated Press WASHINGTON The monumental fight over a health-care law that touches all
Economists: Higher taxes can cut deficit
Associated Press NEW YORK Economists say a combination of higher taxes and lower spending is the
Low credit, no worry: Americans piling into junk
Associated Press NEW YORK Americans have a thing for junk. Stock prices have doubled in the
Keeping an eye on the wells
Opinion: Keeping an eye on the wells Cleveland Plain Dealer: Gov. John Kasich’s administration has
Global box-office receipts rise 3 percent in 2011, MPAA reports BLOCKBUSTER REVENUES
By Richard Verrier Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES Even as domestic ticket sales stalled last
Senators: Probe password request
Senators: Probe password request seattle Two U.S. senators are asking Attorney General Eric
Niles woman says stray dog bit her
Niles woman says stray dog bit her NILES A woman living at 923 Niles-Vienna Road SE reported
Florida teen’s shooting US could bring hate charge
Associated Press MIAMI The U.S. Justice Department could bring a hate-crime charge against the
Obamacare has contract problem
Opinion: WASHINGTON The Supreme Court begins three days of oral arguments today concerning possible —
Pet Expo returns to Eastwood venue
Staff report NILES The Northeast Ohio Pet Expo show and sale will return to the Eastwood Expo
Death with dignity
Opinion: By William A. COLLINS OtherWords You may have missed it amid all this fuss about Catholics and
bridge
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Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Beaver Township Crime Watch, 7 p.m., Shepherd of the Valley, 9111 Sharrott Road.
Garbage truck strikes, kills woman in Niles
Staff report NILES A homeless woman was killed when she was run over by a garbage truck at 5:47
Ohio gas drilling raises concern over water supply
Associated Press COLUMBUS Drillers hoping to retrieve gas through Utica Shale wells in eastern
Obama implores North Korea to “pursue peace”
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea In a direct challenge to North Korean leaders, President
Crosby scores again; Pens rebound
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Sidney Crosby hadn’t scored at home in four months. One brilliant
Years Ago
Today is Monday, March 26, the 86th day of 2012. There are 280 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Park updates to be done by summer’s end
Staff report campbell The city is making improvements at Roosevelt Park and hopes to be
Who pays for what in Boardman?
Opinion: Who pays for what in Boardman? Back in April, I believe, the Boardman Township trustees voted to
Congregants wear ‘hoodies,’ remember Trayvon
Associated Press EATONVILLE, Fla. Wearing hooded sweat shirts similar to the one that Trayvon
Man flees after trying to rob store in Cornersburg
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police are looking for a white man about 40 to 45 years old and about 5
Sunday, March 25 (97 stories)
Stewart wins rain-shortened race in Fontana
Stewart wins rain-shortened race in Fontana FONTANA, Calif. (AP) — Tony Stewart got his second
Penguins bounce back, beat Devils 5-2
Penguins bounce back, beat Devils 5-2 PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby scored in his second
Woods a winner on tour again
Woods a winner on tour again ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Tiger Woods finally brought the buzz back to the
Garbage truck strikes, kills homeless woman in Niles
Garbage truck strikes, kills homeless woman in Niles Staff report NILES A homeless woman was
1998 Sandusky incident fit profile of pedophile, psychologist says
1998 Sandusky incident fit profile of pedophile, psychologist says Associated Press STATE
Lariccias honored for donations of $100,000 to Animal Charity
Lariccias honored for donations of $100,000 to Animal Charity By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com
US pays $50,000 for each Afghan civilian killed in shooting spree
US pays $50,000 for each Afghan civilian killed in shooting spree Associated Press KANDAHAR,
U.S. considers hate-crime charge in killing of Trayvon Martin
U.S. considers hate-crime charge in killing of Trayvon Martin Associated Press MIAMI The U.S.
200 gay couples have ‘illegal mass wedding’ in Cleveland
200 gay couples have ‘illegal mass wedding’ in Cleveland Associated Press CLEVELAND Ohio
4 in 10 Ohio high school grads not ready for college
4 in 10 Ohio high school grads not ready for college Associated Press REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio The
Former first lady Ida McKinley’s dresses to be restored
Former first lady Ida McKinley’s dresses to be restored Associated Press CANTON, Ohio The
Obama: North Korea risks isolation if it launches rocket
Obama: North Korea risks isolation if it launches rocket Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea
Rocky presidential election could bring bumpy year for stock market
Rocky presidential election could bring bumpy year for stock market By Karl Henkel
Mark Loomis, Miss Florjancic are engaged
Mark Loomis of Cleveland and Barbara Florjancic of Middleburg Heights are announcing their
Garcia-Rich vows to take place in Tampa, Fla.
CANFIELD Dr. and Mr. Frank Rich of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their son, Jeffrey
Miss Houck will become bride of Mr. Carmean
MCDONALD Don and Elaine Houck of McDonald are announcing the engagement and upcoming marriage of
Janis Weldon, Michael Evatz to wed in May
OXNARD, CALIF. James and Connie Weldon of Oxnard, Calif., are announcing the engagement and coming
Miss Davidson, Mr. De La Garza plan May nuptials
The parents of Audrey Nicole Davidson and Michael Brandon De La Garza are announcing the engagement
Amanda Fraser, John Bizorik to wed in May
AUSTINTOWN Peter and Brenda Fraser of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Marshalls will observe 50th anniversary
New Castle, Pa. Edwin and Elizabeth Marshall of New Castle will mark their 50th wedding
GARDEN CLUBS
WEDNESDAY St. Michael Garden Guild will meet at 7 p.m. in the Youth Ministry Room at the Family
MASONIC GROUPS
TUESDAY Miriam Chapter 278, Order of the Eastern Star, will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. at
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Youngstown Saxons honor members
YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Saxon Club recently selected two of its members as Lady and Man of the
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY || Leila Cuttica
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY Leila Cuttica Address: Sunrise Assisted Living of Poland. Date of birth:
SENIOR CITIZENS
Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet at noon Tuesday at St. Mark Fellowship Hall on Logan Way.
Southern Park Mall to host “Purple Prison”
Southern Park Mall to host “Purple Prison” BOARDMAN Southern Park Mall will host “Purple
HAPPY 107th BIRTHDAY
HAPPY 107th BIRTHDAY Mildred Brant City: The Assumption Village, North Lima. Date of birth:
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, Walking Club at
Health fair will gather 300 Sisters in Red
YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Chapter of The Links, Inc., will sponsor its sixth annual 300 Sisters in
Facebook ‘friends’ become frenemies
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN “I’m going to hurt this boy. There’s an old saying
Phantoms are looking up after going down
By Tom williams williams@vindy.com youngstown The Indiana Ice’s four-goal outburst in the
Pavlik goal: Inflict pain, shun pressure
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com It’s not for a belt. It’s not on TV. It’s not against a
Williams, defense tackle Tresey’s weightier scheme
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN This offseason, Youngstown State sophomore
Two fires reported on North Side
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN City firefighters were called to two North Side fires Saturday morning,
Pittsburgh man, 78, killed in crash
Staff report NORTH BEAVER TWP., PA. A 78-year-old Pittsburgh man died Saturday morning when he
YSU’s look at hospice prompts national study
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown A Youngstown State University pilot study of
Food expo draws big crowd
Jenna Hartman looks forward to culinary school, but first, there were customers to see, an event to attend and Mediterranean orzo salads with pesto turkey to make.
Graying Matters: Baby boomers come of age, face struggles
Mark Miller, 56, above, struggles to find meaningful employment after he lost his job running a Northeast Ohio CVS drugstore in January 2011. "You have to believe the sun is behind the clouds. It's only temporary, you have to tell yourself," he said.
EX-’CUSED
Sullinger overcomes foul trouble to lead Ohio State to Final Four Associated Press Boston Ohio
Valley man struggles but remains thankful
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Richard Blose thinks he’s had it better than
Stop strippers at the scrap yards
Opinion: Stop strippers at the scrap yards I recently was party to a most unpleasant situation that many
Vindicator file photo | Paul R. Schell
Vindicator file photo | Paul R. Schell A devastating fire 50 years ago left a gaping hole in a
Sky’s the limit
Women in aviation say ... McClatchy Newspapers FORT WORTH, Texas Early in their lives, Cathy
Republicans overplay their hand
Opinion: Democrats in the Ohio General Assembly will be held up to public ridicule if they’re taken in by the
record reviews
Esperanza Spalding Album: “Radio Music Society” (Heads Up) Grade: B It’s somehow fitting that
Syrup flows at annual festival
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com BOARDMAN It’s felt more like summer than spring
Getting news into The Vindy
Opinion: A member of our cleaning crew came to my office Friday to change the trash bags and asked about an
Santorum defeats Romney in Louisiana
Associated Press WASHINGTON Rick Santorum won the Louisiana Republican presidential primary
Late run lifts Louisville past Florida, into Final Four
Associated Press phoenix Once upon a time, Billy Donovan took Rick Pitino on an improbable ride
Obama: Block nuke terrorism globally
Obama: Block nuke terrorism globally seoul, south korea President Barack Obama is opening his
Senators snap Pens’ regulation win streak
Associated Press ottawa Daniel Alfredsson had two goals and two assists, and the Ottawa Senators
Youngstown State earns split with Rumph’s 10th-inning RBI
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com Canfield Despite committing four first inning errors, the
‘Distracted’ at Oakland proves to be insightful
By LORRAINE WARDLE entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN In today’s world of media saturation,
MILESTONES
MILESTONES STATE PATROL Promotions Four men with Mahoning Valley ties have been promoted to
Key to good life is putting others first
McClatchy Newspapers Q. I recently heard you speak in San Diego and need some clarification.
Kaufman is glue for defending champs
COLUMBUS Take a day trip to Holmes County and you’ll think you’ve gone back to another century.
Politicians take joy out of teaching, YEA chief says
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown A national survey finds teacher job
Boomers struggle to find work
By LISA BERNARD-KUHN The Cincinnati Enquirer CINCINNATI In Cincinnati, 55-year-old David
2012 cruising trends
By MITCH STACY Associated Press MIAMI Alaska is a hot destination again and river voyages are
Kasich reiterates commitment to helping Valley land a racino
Editorial: As the finishing touches are put to the Horseshoe Casino Cleveland, which is scheduled to open in
Father’s unconditional love
Opinion: The altar at St. Christine Catholic Church displayed the purple colors of Lent. I watched at Sunday
Outcry grows to change film-ratings system
By Steven Zeitchik Los Angeles Times WASHINGTON The Republican presidential primary has
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Swizzle Stick Day, noon to 4 p.m.: Tours of the Daffin’s
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, March 25, the 85th day of 2012. There are 281 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Kahne’s new start hardly worth wait
Associated Press FONTANA, Calif. Kasey Kahne waited nearly two years between signing with
Has port authority justified its value?
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN To U.S. Rep Tim Ryan, who launched the full-time
Business cards: a staple no more
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES Chalk up another looming casualty of the Internet age: business
Toyota dominates annual Top Picks list for cars
As the competition grows stronger with each passing year, it has been increasingly difficult for a
Zoldan horse to make Run for Roses
Staff report Youngstown For the second straight year, Youngstown Phantoms owner Bruce Zoldan
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Royal gatecrasher: Queen hits wedding LONDON A British couple say their wedding had
Tiger leads at Bay Hill, eyes first win in 2 years
Associated Press orlando, fla. Even with a bizarre sequence of events that cost Tiger Woods a
Attorneys in case make arguments
Associated Press MIAMI Attorneys for the family of Trayvon Martin and the Florida neighborhood-
Ohio shale-energy boom Without mineral rights, are landowners left in the dirt?
In Harrison County, about 40 miles southeast of Canton, the picturesque landscape is that of postcards.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS | For the week ending March 17
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Lone Wolf” by Jodi Picoult (Atria) 2. “Star Wars: Fate of the Jedi,
AUTHOR’S OBSESSION
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Best-selling author Adriana Trigiani is about
Injured in crash
Injured in crash NEW CASTLE, PA. A New Castle, Pa., woman was injured Saturday morning when the
Back into the spotlight
McClatchy Newspapers Proponents of organic lawn care are pushing to bring clover back to wide use
Pop culture Q&A
Pop culture Q&A By Rich Heldenfels Q. One of my favorite shows is “A Gifted Man.” I hope that
Clearing up volume-control knob’s static
Q. I have several table radios that have developed a problem with the volume-control knob.
Ball raises funds for cancer
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com BOARDMAN They came to the American Cancer Society’s
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Boardman Township trustees, 5:30 p.m., Mahoning County Board of Developmental
Hubbard resident writes children’s book
Hubbard resident writes children’s book Tina (Johnson) Orr of Hubbard has released a children’s
PBA manager looking ahead to a Hubbard return
Prior to the start of the B-squad qualifier for last Saturday’s PBA Hubbard Open, Bobby Jackel, the
Elizabeth Banks, left, and Jennifer Lawrence star in “The Hunger Games.” Despite its
Elizabeth Banks, left, and Jennifer Lawrence star in “The Hunger Games.” Despite its violence, the
Taking a shot at easy money
Editorial: Taking a shot at easy money The allure of easy riches was cap- tured 50 years ago by the opening
Chamber event
Chamber event CANFIELD The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will host its Good Morning,
Citizen awareness
Citizen awareness WARREN Southwest Neighborhood Association will have its regular monthly
Pickerington Central holds off Whitmer for Div. I title
Associated Press Columbus Substitute guard Javon Bess hit nothing but net on two free throws
ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF ROSE ANN DELEON
ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF ROSE ANN DELEON Documents released by the Western Reserve Port Authority last
Saturday, March 24 (92 stories)
OSU, Syracuse tied at halftime in East Regional final
OSU, Syracuse tied at halftime in East Regional final
Zoldan’s horse qualifies for Kentucky Derby
Zoldan’s horse qualifies for Kentucky Derby YOUNGSTOWN For the second straight year, Youngstown
Lauren Bachinger | John Mshar Jr.
YOUNGSTOWN Lauren Brooke Bachinger and John Anthony Mshar Jr., both of Austintown, were united in
Angela Speece | Paolo Morra
ROME Angela Speece and Paolo Morra, both of Houston, were united in marriage at noon June 18,
Laura Woychik | Anthony Caicco
POLAND Laura Woychik of Poland and Anthony Caicco of Niles were united in marriage April 30, 2011,
Lisa Haynam | Kevin Meiroff
EAST CANTON Lisa Haynam and Kevin Meiroff, both of Minerva, were united in marriage May 28, 2011,
SOCIETY DIGEST || Spaghetti dinner, free concert planned
Spaghetti dinner, free concert planned YOUNGSTOWN St. Patrick Church, 1420 Oak Hill Ave., will
Meeting on fracking set Sunday in Shalersville, Pa.
Meeting on fracking set Sunday in Shalersville, Pa.
New Springifleld church hosts program on youth drug culture
New Springfield church hosts program on youth drug culture
Trash/treasure benefit for Andrea DeGennaro
A trash & treasure event to benefit Andrea DeGennaro is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at St. Nicholas Church, 764 Fifth St. here.
Sunday fundraiser will help nursing student injured while helping motorist
A fundraiser is set for noon to 5 p.m. Sunday at United High School for Alissa Boyle, 22, a 2008 United graduate who was injured in February when she jumped from a bridge overpass to avoid being hit by a tractor-trailer.
Probation for Nicolinni's thief
A 44-year-old Berlin Center woman was placed on two years’ probation for stealing from Nicolinni’s Ristorante in Boardman.
YSU hoping Stubbs’ return is special
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN For three weeks last fall, the smallest player on
The rise and fall of gas prices in the Mahoning Valley
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN As gas prices continue to surge in the Mahoning
Third-period collapse dooms Phantoms
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Phantoms scored first, led entering the
Kasich calls for fivefold hike in brine tax
Local brine-injection well operators are questioning Ohio Gov. John Kasich’s latest proposal to quintuple taxes on out-of-state fracking wastewater.
Canfield students get hands-on feel for elderly’s struggles
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield Some Canfield High School students learned first-
Dunbar, Elida advance to Division II title game
Associated Press COLUMBUS Andre Yates scored 26 points to help Dayton Dunbar beat Mentor Lake
Youngstown to pay LaFarge $75K to relocate — again
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city will pay $75,000 to a company to
Buckeyes zone in for Orange challenge
Associated Press BOSTON One of the old axioms of college basketball is that you play zone
Riding with Dave Blaney
Friday: The Trumbull County native qualified 34th for Sunday’s Auto Club at Fontana, Calif. His speed was 180.433.
Campbell officials review phone contract
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell The city’s law director is looking into why a
Pentagon attack survivor from Poland to retire from Navy in May
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com POLAND Navy Capt. Catherine Simpson was knocked out of
Inside the rope with Jason Kokrak
Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 3 over 75 in the second round of the PGA Tour Arnold Palmer Invitational.
Streetscape kicks off its fundraising drive
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN What started out as a handful of people
YSU’s Linkon to take post at Georgetown
Staff report Youngstown The Youngstown State University English professor who was the
AmeriCorps volunteers on cleanup mission in Youngstown
Rachel Evans, left, Americorps Team Leader from Washington State, encourages volunteers on Canfield Road. Americorp volunteers are working with Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corp. to do urban gardening, board-up vacant homes and clear vacant lots. The goal is to improve the quality of life in the city.
French terrorist’s killing spree is a wake-up call for the West
Editorial: Whether Mohamed Merah, a Frenchman of Algerian origin, was a lone wolf or member of a terrorist
Submit info for Holy Week, Easter
Submit info for Holy Week, Easter The Vindicator will run a listing of area services that are open
Duquesne fires basketball coach
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Ron Everhart has been fired as coach at Duquesne. Everhart spent
Hundreds protest Obama’s policies
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Hundreds of protesters gathered outside a federal
Europe faces jihadist threat
Associated Press BERLIN With France’s deadly attacks, Islamic terror apparently has struck
Things will get stranger in state government
Opinion: COLUMBUS It was a strange week in state politics, with a Republican governor adamant about a tax
Sunday news shows | Guest lineup
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: White House adviser David Plouffe;
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, 8 p.m.: Cellist Zuill Bailey will be
Memorial for dog features military honors
Associated Press DAYTON A memorial service in southwest Ohio honored an Air Force dog that died
Santorum courts rural votes
Associated Press WEST MONROE, La. Republican presidential nominating contests often reveal a
Baylor eliminates Xavier
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Tar Heels escape major Bobcats upset
Associated Press ST. LOUIS Awful all night, Harrison Barnes came through when North Carolina
YSU’s HR degree meets requirements
Staff report Youngstown The Society for Human Resource Management has confirmed that Youngstown
POLICE CALLS IN HUBBARD, LIBERTY, GIRARD
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Public perception taints company
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Partial vindication claimed
Associated Press FONTANA, Calif. Jimmie Johnson insists his car was perfectly legal at the
Senate eyes bounty hearing
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Senate wants to grill the NFL about bounties. And the NBA, NHL,
wedgewood park evangelical church Through the years
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Ohio troopers hot under collar over short sleeves
Associated Press COLUMBUS State troopers are a bit hot under the collar in a dispute with
Sabres defeat Rangers
Associated Press NEW YORK Travis Turnbull scored his first NHL goal, with some help from the
METRO DIGEST || Help injured student
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Financing plan for $24M project being prepared
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Liberty’s blight plight
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty Residents remember when Northgate
Despite pain, Tigers’ Fister contains Bucs’ hitting attack
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Ohio elections chief asks for fraud probe
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s top elections official has referred a case of potential voter
Keep your distance
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Defense seeks Lewis-McChord as court-martial venue for Bales
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Business starts to take wing
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It’s all about the handshake
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Woods shares PGA lead
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Obama’s choice causes surprise
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Rock Off finalists will air on cable
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indictments | Mahoning County A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments against these people this week:
Colette Petrakos, 44, Eastland Avenue, Warren, illegal processing of drug documents. Richard
newsmakers
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No Howard; no problem
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Actor Dwayne Johnson will return to WWE wrestling The Rock in the ring
By DAN GELSTON AP Sports Writer PHILADELPHIA Dwayne Johnson’s latest movie just topped $300
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Unemployment rate drops again in Ohio
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Warren police probe stabbings of 14-year-old boy, 26-year-old woman
Staff report WARREN The Warren Police Department is investigating separate stabbings that
Local Holocaust play available on DVD
Staff report Youngstown J&B Production Arts Services has announced the release of the DVD of “A
mime ministry
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Feast honors Mary’s role in salvation
Exactly nine months before the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Orthodox Church celebrates the
Graduation, transfer rates top state average at EGCC
Staff report youngstown Graduation and transfer rates at Eastern Gateway Community College are
GRADS LIST
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National PTA joins Academy of Education Arts, Sciences
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LIFE AT CHURCH
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com austintown If you need a hug, attend a 10:30 a.m.
Don’t coddle criminal element
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Zion Hill to honor couple
Staff report columbiana Pastor John and Ruth Bartholomew will retire from Zion Hill Church of
Scholarship awarded
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Friday, March 23 (116 stories)
Woman found dead at Taco Bell identified
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N. Carolina needs overtime to oust Ohio
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Kokrak misses cut
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Fundraiser set Sunday for Struthers woman stricken with MS
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Ohio State Highway Patrol flap involves short sleeves
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InfoCision seeks to add Valley workers
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YSU might lose two labor activists
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State unemployment rate continues to improve
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Streetscape plans big June 2 beautification effort
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LOUIE TODAY: Vindy editor; French massacre; America's decline
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Balassone-Pasco wedding to be in Boardman Park
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Kristina Mines, Jeffrey Rukas to marry in April
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Maple Syrup Festival will include pancakes
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Students will perform recital at Butler North
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Ohio State ousts Cincinnati
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Boehner speaks up for Rep. Johnson
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Warren Harding grad Manningham inks 2-year-deal with 49ers
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Obama touts energy policy at OSU
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS President Barack Obama took a swipe at advocates of
Terry McCluskey of Vienna, 62, selected Master Runner of Year
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Julius Williams family: 'We just didn’t get justice’
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Julius Williams was gunned down nearly
Inside the ropes with Jason Kokrak
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Owner says he’ll repair A-1 Parking structure
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OSU pulls away from Cincinnati late in second half
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Malkin scores 2; Penguins clinch playoffs
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Alexander Radulov bailed on the Nashville Predators four years ago
Boardman hands out detectors for deaf
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Money-saving plans in Hubbard call for look at 911 consolidation
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Canfield youth wrestlers place at state
Youth wrestlers in grades six and under from all over Ohio competed for spots on the awards podium
Mahoning-Trumbull county summit set on need for bed-tax hike
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN At least several more weeks will pass before the
Former treasurer at Legacy charter school surrenders his state license
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Canfield twins headed to West Point
Michael and Anthony Ross exemplify excellence in Canfield School District and will carry that with them to the United States Military Academy at West Point.
Canfield briefs
Benefit dinner set at church tomorrow A benefit spaghetti dinner will be served tomorrow at
Ungaro honored for political achievement
Three other community leaders also receive awards By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com
Correction
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birthdays
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Kellogg distribution center set for Warren
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The Kellogg Co., the world’s leading producer of cereal
Turkey changes direction
Opinion: By Soner Cagaptay Los Angeles Times Turkey’s foreign policy has come full circle in the last
Why did police in Florida buy aggressor’s self-defense claim?
Editorial: After the Feb. 26 shooting of a 17-year-old Miami youth in Sanford, Fla., authorities were
Political gaffe puts Etch A Sketch back in the picture
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Winfrey network struggles increase
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Top seed MSU bounced; ’Cuse edges Wisconsin
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Hilltop brings the field trip to the students
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Canfield hockey honors players at banquet
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Fitch prepares for fourth ‘Souper Supper’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Fitch High School art students and art department professionals
Poland briefs
Kosko named to President’s List Steven Kosko was recently named to the Presidents List and
Fitch athletes earn indoor track state titles
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com Last year she fouled out. This year she broke out. All it
Boardman briefs
Boardman actors featured in Oakland production Boardman residents Carla and Gabby Napoli will
Easter Seals presents fundraiser walk at Boardman Park
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Happy June - or whatever month this is
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Church youth go food-free for 30 hours
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Teens and administrators from local Lutheran churches gave up food
Austintown briefs
Benefit dinner set at church A benefit spaghetti dinner will be served tomorrow at Calvary
Canfield Police Blotter
Feb. 3 Drug abuse: Police charged Joseph Saker IV, 28 of 2333 Donald Ave., Youngstown, with drug
POLICE CALLS
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Seeking pension justice at Delphi
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Moms stay and play at United Methodist preschool
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Mothers of students at Canfield United Methodist Church
US soldier to be charged with 17 counts of murder
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Felons welcome to apply
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Retreat by Sears is instructive
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Associated Press NEW YORK Each time Tim Tebow steps on the field for the New York Jets, defenses
Coroner: Houston died from drowning
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Grand jury indicts city murder suspect
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County grand jury handed up
6th District battle heats up
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Public not sure whom to blame for fuel prices
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Families canceling vacations. Fishermen watching their profits burn
newsmakers
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“supernatural” (9 p.m., The CW): The Devil made him do it. On tonight’s
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Will Romney flip?
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New four-way stop in Poland is called a home run for all
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Cops probe 3 shootings at homes
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Ex-Ohio death-row inmate wants new charge tossed
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Micro-distilleries in Ohio toasting looser regulations
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Officials step aside
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School bus driver in Columbus assaulted girl, 9, district says
Associated Press COLUMBUS A school district in Ohio is moving to fire a bus driver accused of
METRO DIGEST || OD death in city eatery near YSU
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Boardman Maple Syrup Festival, pancake breakfast expect big crowds
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Agenda Saturday
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Car crashes after tot puts car into drive
Associated Press EPHRATA, Pa. Police in central Pennsylvania said a car crash was caused by a
Surplus food/clothing
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METRO DIGEST || Neighbors save Sharon woman from house fire
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Video games become art with Smithsonian exhibit
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON Chris Melissinos, 42, fondly remembers his first computer, a
Mayor of ND town has to wait to hang
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Symphony to welcome youth orchestra
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Seriously funny
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Wi, Dufner share early Palmer lead
Associated Press orlando, fla. Charlie Wi felt a lot better walking off the golf course
Hilltop students say ‘aloha’ to books
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School students enjoyed a trip to a luau
Dobbins’ Harvest for Hunger project helps needy
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Union All-Stars, Steelers both win
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Poland Seminary High School’s field house is usually awash with
Austintown youth compete at state event
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Watson elementary students get a visit from Captain Green
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Watson students learned about the importance of caring for the
Boardman’s Lexi Stutz hooked on hockey
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com When Lexi Stutz was 5 years old, she strapped on a pair of ice
Easter Seals presents fundraiser walk
The Easter Seals are hosting “Make the First Five Count” walk on April 14 at Boardman Park. The walk
West third-graders celebrate special people
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Throughout the month of March, the students at West Boulevard
PTA celebrates Founder’s Day
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The Austintown Council of PTAs, as well as school administrators
Former Boardman swimmers excel at Grove City College
Westminster College seniors Mike Barringer and Mark Brooks and freshman Steven Brooks, all former
Lynn Kirk PTA raises funds for Austintown Fitch robotic team
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Family means a great deal to Lynn Kirk’s PTA, administration
Boardman runners compete at indoor state meet
Boardman runner Mark Hadley finished third in the 3200 meters to highlight his team’s performance at
Boardman artists ‘Celebrate the Arts’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com While perusing books or doing research at the Boardman library on
Easter Seals presents fundraiser walk
The Easter Seals are hosting “Make the First Five Count” walk on April 14 at Boardman Park. The walk
Frank Ohl Intermediate students share talents at show
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Frank Ohl Intermediate students lit up the stage for their
Teens compete in ‘The Hunger Games’ at Poland library
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Local teens held their own Hunger Games on March 15 thanks to the
Mildred Brant celebrates 107th birthday
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Each month at Humility of Mary’s Assumption Village in North Lima,
Cardello two-for-two at state wrestling tourneys
Matthew Cardello took advantage of home mat advantage for the second straight weekend, placing among
Stadium Drive kindergartners honor men who rock
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Stadium Drive kindergarten teacher Barb Gonda enjoys opening up
Literacy Night entertains at Union
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Union Elementary’s March 8 Family Literacy Night urged first- and
Thursday, March 22 (116 stories)
Neighbors save woman from burning house in Sharon
Neighbors pulled a 51-year-old woman from her burning house Thursday, saving her life, according to the city fire department.
Penguins clinch playoff berth, drop Predators 5-1
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Woman ODs in restaurant near YSU
Police and the Mahoning County Coroner’s Office are investigating the apparent death of a woman by overdose in the bathroom of a fast-food restaurant near Youngstown State University campus.
Staff Sgt. Bales to be charged with 17 murders, other offenses
Army Staff Sgt. Robert Bales will be charged with 17 counts of murder, assault and a string of other offenses in the massacre of Afghan villagers as they slept, a U.S. official said.
2nd Albuquerque police shooting sparks probe calls
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Boehner praises Rep. Johnson
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Wi, Dufner are 6-under at Bay Hill/Kokrak is 5 over
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Sanford police chief steps down amid furor over teen's killing
The police chief who has been bitterly criticized for not arresting a neighborhood watch volunteer in the shooting death of an unarmed black teenager announced Thursday that he is temporarily stepping down to let passions cool.
Youngstown man indicted on murder, reckless homicide charges
Youngstown man indicted on murder, reckless homicide charges
Woman found dead of apparent overdose at restaurant near YSU
Woman found dead of apparent overdose at restaurant near YSU
Univ. of Pittsburgh building cleared by another threat
Univ. of Pittsburgh building cleared by another threat
2 familiar with case: Hate crime charge in rundown
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Mahoning County bed-tax increase vote pushed back until April
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Montana man charged with getting small dog drunk
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Group: North Korea orchestra visit can spur change
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Judge: Sea lion killing to save salmon can resume
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Remains ID’d as missing Montana teacher
Remains ID’d as missing Montana teacher BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — The FBI says a body found in North
Boehner in Mahoning County today
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OSHP investigating fatal accident in Green Township
OSHP investigating fatal accident in Green Township
2 developers mounting drive for 5th Ohio casino in NEO
2 developers mounting drive for 5th Ohio casino in NEO
LOUIE TODAY: Cosmo's Kate White, Sen Schiavoni with NItro's Law update
Kate White, editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan magazine and New York Times best-selling author, returns today to Brainfood From the Heartland to talk with Louie about her Cosmo, the bestselling young women’s magazine in the world,and her critically acclaimed books.
Unhappy public unsure who to blame for high gas prices
Unhappy public unsure who to blame for high gas prices
United Veterans Council awards and installation banquet Saturday
William Pacak of Campbell will be installed as 2012 commander of the United Veterans Council of Greater Youngstown at its 71st Annual Awards and Installation of Officer Banquet on Saturday.
Sorority alumnae meet, induct and celebrate
Correction YOUNGSTOWN John Sheridan, not Sheriff Randall Wellington, served as grand marshal for
History of AOH will be program topic
YOUNGSTOWN The Ethnic Heritage Society will sponsor a presentation on the local history of the
Motorcyclist in critical condition after hit by minivan
A man was seriously injured in a wreck between a motorcycle and a minivan, the Ohio State Highway Patrol reported.
Nursing home patients assaulted; caregiver charged
A Youngstown woman accused of assaulting two elderly women in her care will be back in court May 8.
Undue force by Boardman officers alleged
The township has hired an outside agent to investigate an allegation of excessive force by officers during a December traffic stop.
YSU spring practice More from Stambaugh Stadium
WATT a difference: The YSU football team was able to use the WATTS for conditioning and unsupervised practices this winter, which made a big difference, junior quarterback Kurt Hess said.
City plans to wreck Wean, add parking lot
The vacant Wean United Building, one of downtown’s biggest eyesores, could be demolished and the site turned into a parking lot in a year, city officials say.
Two tough games await Phantoms this weekend
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Regular-season hockey games don’t get much
State’s new graduate-rate method concerns Youngstown schools’ chief
Among the changes on the upcoming state report cards for school districts is an alteration in the graduate rate.
Ernie Hemingway greets customers at Dorian Books
Ernest Hemingway occupies his place of honor on a table top in the center of Dorian Books, a used bookstore at 802 Elm St.
Mentor’s Fritts named Mr. Basketball
Associated Press Justin Fritts has almost a 4.0 grade-point average, scores 28 points a game in
MetroPlex, Girard reach water deal
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty The water is back on at the MetroPlex after
Cavs can’t hold lead, lose to Hawks in OT
Associated Press ATLANTA Joe Johnson hit a tying 3-pointer at the end of regulation and knocked
Official explains why Western Reserve Port Authority asked for money
The proposed 2 percent increase in the Mahoning County bed tax would provide the Western Reserve Port Authority with additional revenue so that it can continue its economic development and airport responsibilities, port authority member James Floyd said Wednesday.
Canfield High grad receives art award
Nikki Mehle knew before she entered grade school that she wanted to paint, and her determination to become an artist has never wavered.
Poland physician accused of carrying weapon at airport
Staff/wire report CLEVELAND A Poland man accused of carrying a concealed weapon in an airport
Ed Port's new face of hope
Austintown resident Ed Port, 41, cradles his cat, Spike, on the balcony of his apartment. Earlier this month, Port, who suffers from neurofibromatosis, underwent a third surgery to remove large tumors that covered much of his face.
‘Hunger Games will leave fans hungry for more
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service With a hyped-to-the-hilt teen-friendly phenomenon
Amish-attacks suspect must pay for defense
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NFL’s Goodell lowers the boom on Saints
head coach, others suspended; draft picks lost Associated Press Meting out unprecedented
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Steven and Doreen Holtz, Youngstown, boy, March 20. Amanda
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Nation bracing for the main event
Opinion: Next week, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear three days of oral arguments in the health care lawsuit
lordstown Wind turbines fall short of hopes
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com LORDSTOWN Two wind-powered turbines in Lordstown saved the
“touch” (9 p.m., fox): The fantastical but emotionally affecting drama
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Undersized Bearcats will be challenged by OSU’s Sullinger, Thomas
By Doug Lesmerises Cleveland Plain Dealer BOSTON Backup guards Shannon Scott and Jordan
Tests to start on exotic animals from escape
Associated Press COLUMBUS Medical testing is planned today for five creatures held at an Ohio
KISS, Cr ºe coming to Niagara, Blossom
Staff report KISS, with M ∂tley Cr ºe, will come to First Niagara Pavilion near Pittsburgh on
A history lesson on Puerto Rico
Opinion: Republican presidential candidate Rick Santorum’s brief island hop to Puerto Rico last week didn’t
Youngstown’s new parks chief will have to face fiscal realities
Editorial: The Youngstown Park and Rec- reaction Department has operated with $3.1 million from city
Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown- Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476
Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown- Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476 Sat: Code 5, 9 p.m.
NEw this week
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United Veterans Council of Greater Youngstown Commander to be installed
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN William Pacak of Campbell will be installed
Cancer Society week
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Weight program for families
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Mideast crisis about power
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Angwish goes all in with rock ’n’ roll dream
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com For well over a decade, Charlotte, N.C., band Angwish
‘Distracted’ Oakland comedy-drama gives attention to a familiar ailment
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com “Distracted,” playwright Lisa Loomer’s 2009 play that looks
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Youngstown school board, executive session only, 5 p.m., board caucus room, 20 W.
Conference planned
Conference planned Youngstown Oh Wow! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science and
GOP race is lining up for Romney
Associated Press WASHINGTON It hasn’t been pretty, but the Republican establishment, the
$250K city government study to begin in April
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A $250,000 study to evaluate and improve how
Small-business bill survives Senate vote
Small-business bill survives Senate vote WASHINGTON Legislation making it easier for small
Off-the-charts pollen spreads allergy misery
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Allergy season has come early and hit with a wheezing
Ohio court dismisses abortion-amendment challenge
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio Supreme Court has dismissed a challenge aimed at blocking
ODNR issues shale-well permit for site in Columbiana County
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has granted one new permit for a Utica Shale well to Chesapeake Exploration LLC, a subsidiary of Oklahoma City-based Chesapeake Energy Corp.
Woods says he’s healthy and ready
Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. From the fairway on the par-5 sixth hole at Bay Hill, caddie Joe
Museum funding cuts proper
Opinion: The Advocate, Baton Rouge, La.: Louisiana Secretary of State Tom Schedler recently warned that some
Selected local stocks
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NEWSMAKERS N.C. gets ready for ‘Hunger Games’ fans RALEIGH, N.C. Fans of “The Hunger Games”
US home sales: best winter in 5 years
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. home sales gradually are coming back. A mild winter and a
Barber: Blagojevich’s hair to turn gray in prison
Associated Press CHICAGO Rod Blagojevich’s famously thick, dark hair is dyed and will turn gray
Riot police pressure gunman to surrender
Associated Press TOULOUSE, France Riot police set off explosions outside an apartment building
BBB warns of text offer for free gift card
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Better Business Bureau is warning area residents of a
Crews repair natural-gas leak in Liberty
Staff Report Liberty Crews wasted little time repairing a natural-gas leak on Wednesday along
Probe of shooting continues
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police continue investigating the
METRO DIGEST || Patients assaulted at nursing home
Patients assaulted at nursing home BOARDMAN A Youngstown woman accused of assaulting two
Woman hit by car; driver faces charge of felonious assault
Staff report youngstown A woman is in stable condition after being hit by a car, and police have
ED PORT TIME LINE
ED PORT TIME LINE The Austintown man was born with neurofibromatosis, a genetic disorder that
Police: Escorts to bank available
Staff report BOARDMAN After a gunman took aim at an employee of a local business, police are
No common sense
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords During a city council meeting, the mayor of Keene, New Hampshire,
66% say benefits of oil, gas extraction outweigh the risks
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Police need help of citizens to end crime
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A 22-year-old woman was attacked, beaten
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “A Lion in Winter,SDRq by James Goldman. Victorian Players, 702 Mahoning Ave.,
Listen up, cupcakes: We’re heading into battle
Josh Bartell just got back from Los Angeles, where he spent a week filming episodes of the Food
Red meat mortality study leaves many carnivores unfazed
By Donald Bradley The Kansas City Star Tell people seat belts save lives and most buckle up.
lordstown Council: Continue legal action
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Let him count the ways that Ohio tax dollars are abused
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Weekend event to focus on repurposed artwork
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Rust Belt Theater Company will present a weekend of music, food and
Sauerkraut juice heals canker sores
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Local hip-hop trio Skully to compete on BET show
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Skully, a Youngstown-based hip-hop trio, will
Mill Creek Park to host rib festival
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The festival season will kick off early this
The Youngstown Playhouse presents "The 39 Steps"; Hitchcock SPOOF
The Youngstown Playhouse’s next production has dozens and dozens of characters but a cast of just four.
‘Greater Tuna’ Small-town life gets a comedic look
Staff report SALEM Salem Community Theater, 490 E. State St., Salem, will present “Greater Tuna”
Wednesday, March 21 (107 stories)
Salem man dead after running stop sign
A Salem man was killed in a two-vehicle accident in Green Township, the Ohio State Highway Patrol Canfield post reports.
Trumbull CFS worker suspended for working second job
Trumbull County commissioners approved a suspension without pay for 30 working days for Thurston Winbush, a security supervisor at the Trumbull County Department of Job and Family Services office on North Park Avenue.
Free food, lunch Thursday
E.B. Family Life Center, 7 S. Garland Ave., will provide free lunch and food today from noon to 2 p.m.
Barber: Blagojevich’s hair to turn gray in prison
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Ohio attorney general files suit against salt companies
Ohio attorney general files suit against salt companies
Court in Va. hears anti-Obama group’s ad appeal
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Oakland to pay legal fees in public search by cops
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Security Council backs Annan’s Syria peace plan
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Harris Poll: Most Americans say gas, oil exploration outweigh risks
Harris Poll: Most Americans says gas, oil exploration outweigh risks
Dollars and endorsements shifting toward Romney
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Parents of dead Fla. teen to appear at NYC march
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Saints coach suspended 1 year by NFL in bounty scandal
Saints coach suspended 1 year by NFL in bounty scandal
Panel delays vote on Ohio elections overhaul repeal
Panel delays vote on Ohio elections overhaul repeal
Pa. mom, boyfrield jailed in 3-year-old's scalding
Pa. mom, boyfriend jailed in 3-year-old's scalding
Suspect in Ohio Amish attacks must pay for defense
Suspect in Ohio Amish attacks must pay for defense
BREAKING NEWS: Gas leak repaired, Liberty Township roads reopened
Roads reopened in Liberty Township
Police say body found along Ohio road may be missing boy
Police say body found along Ohio road may be missing boy
OSHP troopers seize $1.2M worth of suspected heroin in Preble County
OSHP troopers seize $1.2M worth of suspected heroin in Preble County
ODNR grants another permit in Columbiana County for shale drilling
ODNR grants another permit in Columbiana County for shale drilling
LOUIE TODAY: Cleveland organized crime historian on infamous Jungle Inn
Louie will be interviewing Allan R. May, an organized crime historian from Cleveland, on his new book about one of the Mahoning Valey's' most infamous landmarks, the Jungle Inn.
Cleveland police find gun, knife on Poland man at airport
Cleveland police find gu, knife on Poland man at airport
Public swimming set at Warren Harding
The spring session of public swimming at Warren Harding High School will be April 16 through May 31.
Families being sought for adoptees in Trumbull County
A campaign to recruit adoptive families for children has begun in Trumbull County. Trumbull County Children Services is seeking loving and supportive families to care for and adopt children and sibling groups.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve
Lowellville BOE meeting cancelled
Lowellville Board of Education’s regular meeting scheduled for today at 6 p.m. in the library media center, has been cancelled.
Niles legislative breakfast marks disabilities awareness month
The Fairhaven Foundation recently had a legislative breakfast to observe National Developmental Disabilities Awareness month.
Campbell family escapes house fire
The Red Cross is assisting a Campbell family after their Bright Avenue home caught fire Tuesday evening.
Tresey offers YSU lunch-pail psyche
After talking about his background (blue collar Warren), his defensive emphasis (fast and physical), his frequent coaching stops (some planned, some not) and his impressions of Youngstown State University’s talent (too soon to tell), new YSU defensive coordinator Joe Tresey was asked to describe his personality.
Solicitor: Poland Forest deed bars leasing of rights
The village solicitor and an outside law firm said Tuesday that if council leased the mineral rights of the 265-acre Poland Municipal Forest to oil and natural-gas companies, it would violate terms of the forest’s deed.
As backup singer, Hubbard native gets upfront view of ‘American Idol’
Shaneka L. Brown has been told many times that she should be on “American Idol.”
Kokrak makes a change in caddies
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Youngstown cops probe whether teen shot himself by accident
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police believe a teen shot on the North
BOYS STATE BASKETBALL AT A GLANCE
DIVISION I Pairings: No. 5 Toledo Whitmer (23-2) vs. Lakewood St. Edward (18-7), Friday, 5:15 p.m.; No. 4 Pickerington Central (24-2) vs. Fairfield (21-5), 8:30 p.m. Championship: Saturday, 8:30 p.m.
YSU football | Spring roster breakdown
Who graduated WR Andre Barboza; WR Ely Ducatel; S Josh Lee; TE David Rogers; DE Daniel Stewart; QB Marc Kanetsky; DT Andrew Johnson; LB John Sasson; WR Pat White; LS Nate Schkurko; DE Obinna Ekweremuba
Congressmen, challengers spar over Medicare plan
With the unveiling of the proposed Republican budget bill that significantly impacts Medicare, U.S. Rep. Bill Johnson and his Democratic challenger took shots at each other over their positions on the senior health-care program.
Trumbull engineer's office exposes abuse in vehicle use
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Don Barzak, director of governmental affairs for the
Ward retires after 14 seasons
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Israeli Olympian shares survival story at JCC from '72 terrorist attack
Despite the passage of nearly 40 years since eight Palestinian terrorists killed 11 Israeli athletes and coaches, the memories of that day remain raw for Yehuda Weinstain.
Crosby’s 4 assists power Pens rout
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Sidney Crosby isn’t scoring goals. The way he is setting up his
Greenford forum focuses on ministering to dementia patients
Those who minister to the spiritual lives of Alzheimer’s disease patients need the proverbial patience of Job supported by practical methods.
Mahoning official, dad attend dinner at the White House
Mahoning County Commissioner John McNally IV and his father, John McNally III, dined with President Barack Obama and Irish Prime Minister Enda Kenny and their respective spouses at a White House dinner.
Big catch at Bogey’s
Being that we are in the middle of the Lenten season, I decided I would take my Signature Dishes challenge to Bogey’s Bar and Grill in Lowellville to try one of the many great foods they are known for: fresh fish.
Record-setting warmth to continue
With the unseasonably warm weather, Parker Larson, 22 months old, and his mother, Courtney, spent time at Fair Park in Canfield enjoying the outdoors. It’s expected to be near 80 degrees today.
Enjoy a savory Springtime brunch
Family Features Warm breezes, blooming flowers, pretty pastels — when spring is in the air,
Russian justice built on bribery
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Strong quake rocks Mexico
Associated Press MEXICO CITY A strong magnitude-7.4 earthquake hit southern Mexico on Tuesday,
The following video games are among those scheduled for release this week, according to
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Dairy farm abuses revealed
Opinion: By Daphna Nachminovitch People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals A recent Washington Post
Pizza joint has best burger?
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About Signature Dishes
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Path seldom traveled
It appears that if the NCAA isn’t the matchmaker, Cincinnati and Ohio State will never get together in basketball.
Time to eat
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Ruling by state appeals panel favors Patriot
The Ohio Environmental Review Appeals Commission has ruled a state environmental official did not “substantially support” his stance regarding the revocation of permits to the city of Warren and Patriot Water Treatment LLC, once again providing a gasp of air for the nearly year-old brine-wastewater treatment plant.
Democrats oppose Kasich’s $1.7B budget for projects
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS An Ohio House committee moved Tuesday on Gov. John
“bent” (9 p.m., nbc): In the new sitcom, “Bent,” Amanda Peet stars as a
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Afghans angry over deaths
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Big cats and acrobats
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Fish tacos twist up Lenten Fridays
By Susan M. SELASKY Detroit Free Press As many Christians observe Lent, they may discover that
Ex-Cuyahoga Co. official found guilty seeks release
Associated Press AKRON A former county commissioner convicted in a corruption case is asking a
Feds, Fla. probe teen’s shooting
Associated Press SANFORD, Fla. An unarmed black teenager shot to death by a neighborhood-watch
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Trevor A. Balint, 24, of 2201 Shorefield Road, Apt.
Agenda Thursday
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alzheimer’s association
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Kasich order targets jobs for Ohio’s disabled
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French suspect neo-Nazi in deaths
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Trumbull to pay Niles $76,417 for 911 backup
Staff report WARREN Trumbull County commissioners are expected today to approve the repayment
Manning mile high as newest Bronco
Associated Press DENVER Peyton Manning stood next to John Elway, holding up a bright orange
A secret ‘fracking’ trip
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Iran’s eight-year war with Iraq offers important lessons
Opinion: By Stephen Schlesinger Los Angeles Times With the possibility of a confrontation looming with
Court rules in attorney-fees case
Staff report WARREN Ohio’s 11th District Court of Appeals has ruled that it cannot decide
Stop all the trickery toward stopping assault of Asian carp
Editorial: A clear and present danger looms larger by the day in the Great Lakes region that threatens the
ODDLY ENOUGH
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Court wary of life with no parole for juveniles
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court appeared ready Tuesday to say anew that young
New clue gives hope to solving Amelia Earhart mystery
Associated Press WASHINGTON A new clue in one of the 20th century’s most- enduring mysteries
Donating furniture
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Some job applicants are asked for Facebook password
Associated Press SEATTLE When Justin Bassett interviewed for a new job, he expected the usual
Zsa Zsa Gabor’s daughter files for conservatorship
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Zsa Zsa Gabor’s only daughter asked a judge Tuesday to place her
US Supreme Court to hear Valley case
Staff report COLUMBUS The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case involving the murder of a
A-Rod has 3 RBIs as Yanks top Bucs
Associated Press TAMPA, Fla. Alex Rodriguez had two hits and three RBIs as the New York Yankees
Romney rolls over rivals in Illinois primary
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NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Rock presenters: Midler, Chuck D NEW YORK The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction
County sales-tax revenue in Valley rose in January
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METRO DIGEST || Campbell family escapes house fire
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“They were definitively selective in picking background vocalists for this season. You have
“They were definitively selective in picking background vocalists for this season. You have to be
Adoptive families sought in Trumbull County
Staff report WARREN A campaign to recruit adoptive families for children has begun in Trumbull
Warren car driver who struck pedestrian may face DUI charge
Staff report WARREN The driver of the car who hit and killed a 19-year-old pedestrian early
Neighborhood safety programs in Warren
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Aldridge 1st team, Rogers third
LaBrae High’s Peyton Aldridge, who led the Vikings to a 20-0 record and the championship of the All-American Conference National Division, was selected to the All-Ohio first team in Division III boys basketball by The Associated Press on Tuesday.
Kindergarten-readiness program SPARKs success in Youngstown
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown City school children participating in a
Cincinnati move past December brawl
Associated Press CINCINNATI Punches flew. Blood dripped on the court. Two proud basketball
Penny-Wise
Little Maria Rose Jones lugged a shopping bag filled with coins up to the PNC Bank teller, stepped onto a stool and made her deposit.
Tuesday, March 20 (82 stories)
Attys. McNally dine at White House tonight
Mahoning County Commissioner John McNally IV and his father, John McNally III, dined with President Barack Obama and Irish Prime Minister Enda Kenny and their respective spouses at a White House dinner tonight.
'I don't forgive,' Israeli ex-Olympian tells Youngstown audience
Despite the passage of nearly 40 years since eight Palestinian terrorists killed 11 Israeli athletes and coaches, the memories of that day remain raw for Yehuda Weinstain.
Poland bypasses drilling in Poland Forest, for now
The village solicitor and an outside law firm said Tuesday that if village council leased the mineral rights of the 265-acre Poland Municipal Forest to oil-and-natural-gas companies, it would violate the terms of the forest’s deed.
Romney win in Ill., gives him 541 delegates to Santorum's 253, Gingrich, 135
Mitt Romney took a major stride toward the Republican presidential nomination Tuesday night, routing Rick Santorum in the Illinois primary for his third-straight big-state win and padding his already-formidable lead in the race for convention delegates.
Afghanistan suspect’s 2002 arrest was at casino
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NASA considering space station for Mars dry run
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Strong, long 7.6 quake shakes Mexico City
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Attacks in 8 Iraq cities kill 46 ahead of summit
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AP Source: Manning to Broncos deal is done
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Sandusky judge: AG must turn over accuser contacts
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Girard, MetroPlex water bill battle escalates
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Lawyer: Slain teen’s girlfriend heard altercation
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Insanity defense planned in Vegas ‘demon’ slayings
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Mo. mother suspected in child deaths was depressed
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Feds to investigate fatal shooting of Fla. teen
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Pedestrian was at fault, but driver had alcohol in her, Warren cops say
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REUNIONS
Alumni Association of South High School will meet at noon Wednesday at Denny’s, Route 224 in
Local garden club is marking 85 years
YOUNGSTOWN Members of the Mahoning Garden Club are celebrating the 85th anniversary of its
MetroPlex now faces water, tax disputes
The MetroPlex, once praised as an all-in-one motel, convention center and banquet hall, has fallen behind on taxes and is accused of not paying Girard for the water it uses.
Jacubec named all-state 1st team
Staff report Struthers High senior Jake Jacubec, who led the Wildcats to the All-American
Gomez strong again in victory over Dodgers
By Sheldon Ocker Akron Beacon Journal GOODYEAR, Ariz. Jeanmar Gomez made his fourth start of
Thompson’s best leads Cavs past Nets
Associated Press NEWARK, N.J. The Cleveland Cavaliers finally got a glimpse of rookies Kyrie
Officials await autopsy results on four who died in fire
Staff Report East Liverpool City and state officials are awaiting the autopsy results on the
Milton man, 39, charged in rapes
Staff report LAKE MILTON A 39-year-old Lake Milton man is charged in the rape of two young
Improvements, construction on horizon for YSU
Over the past five years, Youngstown State athletic director Ron Strollo has wanted to upgrade the Beeghly Center scoreboard.
Patriot slams limits in new EPA permit
Andrew Blocksom used a local analogy to describe restrictions in the city of Warren’s new permit announced Monday by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency.
Campbell company to expand
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Campbell company plans to spend about
Occupy group can protest, not camp
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Members of Occupy Youngstown can protest on
Probe continues into Boardman fire
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN Fire officials still are investigating what
A doggone story
Opinion: WASHINGTON Confronting conventional wisdom is the columnist’s role, even at the risk of calumny
Romney’s ‘inevitability’ is troubling
Opinion: Many people may be voting for Mitt Romney because of the view in some quarters that he is the
Ohio gas prices fall
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Years Ago
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Pennsylvania wins contest for major Shell investment
Editorial: Not to rain on Chesapeake En- ergy Corp.’s parade in eastern Ohio, but Shell Chemical’s decision to
Birthdays
Birthdays Producer Carl Reiner is 90. Actor Hal Linden is 81. Actor William Hurt is 62. Guitarist
Assad still strong in Syria
Opinion: By Aram Nerguizian Los Angeles Times After a year of political unrest and thousands of civilian
Season 5 premiere takes a jump into the future ‘Mad Men’ madness
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK In retrospect, the bomb- shell with which “Mad
oddly enough
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Couple dines at White House
Less than a week ago, Elaine Brye dined with the president and first lady and was serenaded by Mumford & Sons and John Legend.
Obama, Romney ignore health care
Associated Press WASHINGTON Now here’s a tag team for the ages: Richard Nixon, Mitt Romney,
Work session canceled
Work session canceled Hanoverton The United Local school board special work session scheduled
Former music mecca Ponderosa Park is on the auction block
A long neglected former country-music mecca that drew top national talent to the Mahoning Valley may get a new lease on life through foreclosure and a sheriff’s sale.
Illinois showdown
Associated Press SPRINGFIELD, Ill. An increasingly confident Mitt Romney called President
Clashes rock Syrian capital
Clashes rock Syrian capital BEIRUT Syrian rebels battled regime forces Monday in a heavily
Chaplain’s prayers published
Prayers for patients and their caregivers composed by Sandra Lucas, regional director of spiritual care for Humility of Mary Health Partners, have been selected for publication and distribution across the country to chaplains of all faiths.
Family Vacation Critic — the comprehensive family travel review website — has announced
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Protecting the Chisholm Trail
Opinion: Enid (Okla.) News and Eagle: Drivers traversing down U.S. 81 might be oblivious that the
Apple’s new direction
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO What would Steve have done? It’s a question that Apple CEO Tim
‘THE FOREIGNER’ Comedy at Vic hits all marks
By STEPHANIE OTTEY entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A play doesn’t have to see Broadway to
Poland voters’ rejection of tax levy for schools paves way for pay-to-play
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND The school board met for more than two hours
Polychem cited for safety, health violations
Staff report LEETONIA The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health
Weather Channel changes forecast
Associated Press NEW YORK The Weather Channel is in the midst of a transformation, one that can
Woman threatens to kill kids
Staff report WARREN Police arrived in time to take a 36-year-old woman into custody who had told
nhl roundup | Monday’s games
Bruins 8, Maple Leafs 0 BOSTON Benoit Pouliot scored two goals, Brian Rolston had a goal and
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown City Council, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, sixth floor, City Hall,
Earth, Wind & Fire will perform with YSO
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Earth, Wind & Fire will return to Youngstown for a 7:30 p.m. concert
Violence, tourism are up in Mexico
Opinion: As weird as it seems, despite the daily headlines of gun battles, beheadings and more than 47,000
Niles woman faces soliciting charge
Staff report NILES An 18-year-old Niles woman has been charged with soliciting for prostitution
Auction may chart the future of Valley’s once grand country-music park Encore For Eyesore?
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com GOSHEN TOWNSHIP A long neglected former country-music
The cards Prayers by Sandra B. Lucas
Caregivers’ Prayer Based on “Comfort, O comfort my people, says your God: (Isaiah 40:1) Here I
Traffic stop in city leads to heroin arrest
Staff report Youngstown A 31-year-old man is in jail after city police found a large amount of
Dash attendance triples; only 1 arrest
By DAVID SKOLNICK and ASHLEY LUTHERN news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The crowd at downtown’s St.
Soldier remembers little, lawyer says
Associated Press FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kan. The lawyer for the Army staff sergeant accused of
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
“They don’t feel like they’re spying. It’s just their own iPhone
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Park director impresses council
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Members of city council have high expectations
Wendy’s dethrones Burger King
Associated Press NEW YORK Wendy’s has dethroned Burger King as the country’s second-biggest
Man makes plea bargain in killing; sentencing set for May
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A 25-year-old Youngs-town man, facing an
Incident at Rulli Bros. is classified as an abduction
Staff report BOARDMAN Police continue searching for the man who pointed a gun at a local
District to demolish old school
By Elise Franco efranco@gmail.com Austintown The Austintown Local School District is ready to
newsmakers
newsmakers Celine Dion recovering LAS VEGAS Singer Celine Dion says she is recovering from a
Put brakes on fracking now
Opinion: Put brakes on fracking now As a resident of Poland and having grown up in Youngstown [Boardman],
New traffic patterns
New traffic patterns YOUNGSTOWN These traffic patterns are in place on Interstate 680 at
Monday, March 19 (83 stories)
Pedestrian’s death ruled accidental
Pedestrian’s death ruled accidental warren The Mahoning County Coroner’s Office has ruled the
Study: Pa. high school grad rate flat from 2002-09
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U.S. Supreme Court to hear Trumbull Co. murder case
U.S. Supreme Court to hear Trumbull Co. murder case
Perzel, other Pa. House GOP defendants face sentencing
Perzel, other Pa. House GOP defendants face sentencing
About half of Ohioans confident of Social Security
About half of Ohioans confident of Social Security
Labor Department fines Leetonia business for safety, healthy violations
Labor Department fines Leetonia business for safety, health violations
Report: Peyton Manning negotiating to join Broncos
Report: Peyton Manning negotiating to join Broncos
New traffic patterns in place for Interstate 680 work
New traffic patterns in place for Interstate 680 work
Lots of people, no arrests downtown over St. Pat’s Day
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Earth, Wind & Fire with Youngstown Symphony Orchestra coming to Covelli Centre
Earth, Wind & Fire with Youngstown Symphony Orchestra coming to Covelli Centre YOUNGSTOWN
Authorities seek sex offender Charles Poole
Authorities seek sex offender Charles Poole Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is asking for the
Gas prices begin to fall, but not here
Gas prices begin to fall, but not here YOUNGSTOWN Gasoline prices in Ohio have fallen 6 cents
No more brine wastewater for Warren as of April 1, EPA says
No more brine wastewater for Warren as of April 1, EPA says. The city of Warren can no longer accept brine wastewater from fracking as of April 1.
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS St. Joseph the Provider Church, 633 Porter Ave., Campbell, will have a basket auction
UPMC employees are collecting prom dresses
Free prom dresses HERMITAGE, PA UPMC Horizon employees are accepting donations of new or gently
Penguins fight back
Jeremy Banks’ hit scores Drew Dosch with the winning run in the 11th inning for a Horizon victory over Milwaukee
Masterson easy going but not on the mound
The most famous Jamaican-born pitcher in major-league baseball is not at all what you’d expect, other than his no-worries attitude. Conversations with Justin Masterson amble along with as much unexpected movement as hitters see from him in an average at-bat.
Keselowski wins again at Bristol
By Reid Spencer NASCAR Wire Service BRISTOL, Tenn. NASCAR racing has a new Ice Man. As he
OSU women have early exit
By Jim Massie The Columbus Dispatch BOWLING GREEN At the end of the day, the end of the game
Later deadline for tax-value appeals
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Landowners who wish to appeal their real-
Cancer-drug shortage affects hospitals in Mahoning ValleySFlb
A shortage of cancer-treating drugs, particularly for children, over the last 12 to 18 months has had area hospitals scrambling to find the life-saving medicines.
Trustees file suit in dismissal of officer
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Weathersfield Township trustees have filed a lawsuit in
birthdays
birthdays Actress Renee Taylor (“The Nanny”) is 79. Actress Phyllis Newman is 79. Actress Ursula
Romney wins Puerto Rico vote
Associated Press SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico Mitt Romney scored an overwhelming win Sunday in Puerto
Years Ago
Today is Monday, March 19, the 79th day of 2012. There are 287 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Captain awaits driving record
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com NEW SPRINGFIELD Although Ted Mason was reinstated as a
Cartel: No violence during papal visit
Associated Press MEXICO CITY Banners purportedly signed by one of Mexico’s drug cartels and hung
The top 5 concert tours, ranked by average box- office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
The top 5 concert tours, ranked by average box- office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
Weathersfield website revamped
By MARY R. SMITH news@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE Weathersfield Township’s website has had a
video game reviews
‘MLB 12: The Show’ Grade: A Details: Sony, for the PlayStation 3, $59.99; for the Vita, $39.99.
Everything seems just right — or does it?
Associated Press NEW YORK It’s the Goldilocks market. Stocks are up, but they may have room
Great Depression census to be released to the public
Associated Press NEW YORK It was a decade when tens of millions of people in the U.S.
City’s new parks chief will start next weekSFlb
Almost five years since the city’s last director of park and recreation retired, his replacement starts March 26.
Preserving tradition
Painting Easter eggs, weaving palms and baking Easter bread were customs in many Polish families, and a group with Polish roots wants to keep those practices going.
Demjanjuk’s church defends him after death
Associated Press PARMA, Ohio A church that supported a Ukrainian-born man convicted of being a
Colo. fire forces evacuation of town
Colo. fire forces evacuation of town WRAY, Colo. A wind-fueled wildfire on the plains of
State auditor is keeping count of who is open and who isn’t
Editorial: Auditor of State Dave Yost is con- cerned, as all auditors are, that local governments are being
oddly enough
oddly enough German man offering motorcycle hearse for last trip BERLIN A German man says
Health law’s fate lies with court
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Ohio Bobcats advance to Sweet 16; Heels next
Step aside, VCU. Enjoy your memories, Butler. Ohio’s ready to become the latest mid-major darling of March Madness.
Is there a Plan C?
Opinion: President Obama has long been criticized by Republicans for his purportedly inadequate zeal in
Ohio GOP faces power struggle before election
A battle for control of the Ohio Republican Party is pitting the chairman who oversaw the GOP’s resurgence in 2010 against Republican Gov. John Kasich, the man who led that ticket.
Report: US made modest gains in grad rates
Associated Press HAGERSTOWN, Md. The last straw for 17-year-old Alton Burke was a note left on
“dancing with the stars” (8 p.m., abc): The glitzy cheese-fest known as “Dancing
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Captain: Suspect saved lives
Associated Press SEATTLE A former platoon leader for the soldier accused of killing 16 Afghan
Volunteers go to the dogs
A dedicated group of volunteers improves the quality of life for dogs housed at the Mahoning County Dog Pound by taking them out of their cramped cages and walking them near the pound.
Irish dancers seek world title
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Three dancers from the Burke School of Irish Dance in Youngstown have
Wind project faces hurdles after ruling
Associated Press URBANA, Ohio A wind project that would build at least 54 wind turbines in a
Research firm: New iPad is more expensive to make
Apple appears to be making less of a profit from each new iPad than it did when it launched the previous model a year ago, according to a research firm’s analysis.
Ohio prisons on the right track
Opinion: Ohio prisons on the right track Toledo Blade: Ohio’s overcrowded prisons are getting a needed
Occupy supporters differ on direction
Associated Press NEW YORK A day after police broke up a rally at Manhattan’s Zuccotti Park and
JAMAL A. FINLEY
JAMAL A. FINLEY ACCUSED OF RECEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY TRAFFICKING IN DRUGS Height: 6’1”
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Girard Health Department, regular meeting at 7 p.m. in council chambers, upstairs
Fire victims ID’d
Fire victims ID’d east liverpool The four people killed in a Saturday morning blaze at 941 Vine
newsmakers
newsmakers ‘21 Jump Street’ at No. 1 with $35M debut LOS ANGELES Audiences headed back to
Who knows what Americans want?
Opinion: Who knows what Americans want? I am fed up with the “Party of the affluent” in their zeal to
NICHOLE E. GAMBLE
NICHOLE E. GAMBLE accused of BURGLARY Height: 5’7” Weight: 175 Hair: Brown Eyes: Green
Israel agrees Iran hasn’t decided on construction of a nuclear bomb
Associated Press JERUSALEM Despite saber-rattling from Jerusalem, Israeli officials now agree
Pens’ win streak snapped by Flyers
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Scott Hartnell needed every last tick of the clock to score the
Sergio Martinez stops Macklin in 11th
Associated Press NEW YORK After slicing up Mack The Knife, Sergio Martinez wants his piece of a
Fire hits business in Boardman
Staff report Boardman Firefighters were called to a blaze at a McClurg Road business about 8:30
Accepting complaints
Accepting complaints YOUNGSTOWN The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s mobile-
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 21.99 —.09 Avalon
GOP presidential picture is unclear
Opinion: Rick Santorum deserves credit for his impressive primary victories in Mississippi and Alabama. Newt
High-flying corporate aid
Opinion: WASHINGTON Sallie James was born in Australia on July 4, 1976, which suggests that Providence
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New Youngstown park & rec director to start next week
New Youngstown park & rec director to start next week YOUNGSTOWN Almost five years since the
Cancer-drug shortage affects Valley hospitals
Cancer-drug shortage affects Valley hospitals A shortage of cancer-treating drugs, particularly
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, Walking Club at
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Poland Relay plans spaghetti dinner
Poland Relay plans spaghetti dinner Poland Relay for Life of Poland is sponsoring a spaghetti
SENIOR CITIZENS
55 Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Mary Church. After the meeting
BOOKS DIGEST || Writing workshop at Pig Iron Press
Writing workshop at Pig Iron Press YOUNGSTOWN Pig Iron Literary & Art Works will have its
Garden Forum will present fashion show
YOUNGSTOWN The Garden Forum of the Greater Youngstown Area will present its annual spring meeting,
MASONIC GROUPS
MONDAY Ruth Shrine 64, White Shrine of Jerusalem, will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Garden Gate members will discuss spring floral picks. Hostess will be Geri Tarka. TUESDAY
FEDERATED CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Youngstown Federation will meet for lunch at noon at Shepherd of the Valley, 301 W.
Keirsten Hanson | Mario Travaline
STILLWATER, MINN. Keirston Hanson and Mario Travaline, both of East Falmouth, Mass., exchanged
Angela Bata | A.J. Giancola
HUBBARD Angela Bata and A.J. Giancola, both of Hubbard, were united in marriage Oct. 22 at St.
Rebecca Basista | Robert Komara
YOUNGSTOWN Rebecca Basista of Lowellville and Robert Komara of Canfield exchanged wedding vows in
Jillian Giannios | Dustin Hibbard
STRUTHERS Jillian Colleen Giannios and Dustin C. Hibbard, both of Elsmere, Ky., were married Oct.
Columbus couple will marry here in June rite
The parents of Raelyn Nicole Romito are announcing her engagement to Brian Charles Deuley, both of
Summer nuptials are planned for Arizona couple
Megan Fiedorczyk and Michael Delia, both of Maricopa, Ariz., are engaged and planning to be married,
Jenna Gorsky, Jason Colatruglio will wed April 21
BOARDMAN John and Patricia Gorsky of Boardman are announcing the engagement and upcoming wedding
Harding Falls
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com CLEVELAND Maybe it was the 26.4 field goal percentage.
Prosecutor: Willie Robinson's parents to blame for his death
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN An assistant Cuyahoga County prosecutor says she thinks
Chaney sends 11 back to home schools
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown In its first year as a visual and performing
Final touch motivates Cook
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The last time Youngstown State running back Jamaine
Lefties are all right at Panera Open
By John Bassetti sports@vindy.com HUBBARD Ryan Ciminelli and Johnny Petraglia Jr. — the top
Jessalyn Hartsfield faces challenge of rare conditi9on
Rare condition means girl is short in stature, but she and her family are ... By JOHN W. GOODWIN
Newcomers, tradition mix for St. Paddy’s Day Dash
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It was a lucky day for the Irish in
Figueroa makes state-ment
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com Last year she fouled out. This year she broke out. All it took
After close election, Gains reflects on lessons learned, moving forward
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Paul J. Gains says statistics show his
Phantoms Jonzzon, Stenglein score twice
Staff report BENSONVILLE, ILL. Two goals each by Soren Jonzzon and J.T. Stenglein lifted the
Invest in city, Girard urges
By ROBERT GUTTERSOHN rguttersohn@vindy.com Girard After spending more than a decade under
YSU FOOTBALL || NOTEBOOK
Spring emphasis: Youngstown State coach Eric Wolford said his biggest emphasis this spring is implementing new defensive coordinator Joe Tresey’s scheme.
YSU to celebrate diversity leadership
Staff report Youngstown In its fifth year, Youngstown State University will celebrate and honor
Jennings Center seeks strange items for program
Staff report Slippery Rock, Pa. Jennings Environmental Education Center wants your weird
Canfield 7th-grader wins the Bee
Max Lee, grand champion of The Vindicator 79th Regional Spelling Bee, displays the trophy he won at the contest Saturday in the Chestnut Room of Kilcawley Center at Youngstown State University. Max, a seventh-grader at Canfield Village Middle School, beat 64 other spellers.
Police seeking suspect in Rulli Bros. robbery
A police dog lost the scent of a suspect who fled on foot following a 10 p.m. Saturday robbery at Rulli Bros. supermarket on South Avenue.
IN WITH THE NEW
Associated Press MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. Free falling from a 60-foot tower, slipping down an
4th annual Our Valley Cooks Food Expo
By SEAN BARRON Special to the Vindicator It stands to reason that a love of food, a large, close
record reviews
WZRD Album: “WZRD” (Universal Republic) Grade: B WZRD, band and CD, is an alliance of Kid Cudi
ncaa women’s roundup Saturday’s games
KINGSTON REGIONAL No. 1 Connecticut 83, Prairie View A&M 47 BRIDGEPORT, CONN. Kaleena
Teachers in the US report job satisfaction is evaporating
Opinion: By Richard W. RILEY AND ARTHUR LEVINE McClatchy-Tribune The latest national teacher survey
Ten years and counting from close of Mill Creek Park ice rink
Opinion: This winter marks 10 years since the Mill Creek Park ice-skating rink closed. The park is in the
Spycam case stirs debate over hate-crime laws
Associated Press NEW YORK There was a verdict in the wrenching Rutgers webcam spying case, but
nfl Roundup Saturday’s news
Manning: Peyton Manning worked out for Tennessee in Knoxville. Titans general manager Ruston Webster
When “Dancing With the Stars” returns Monday night, the celebrity dancers will include
When “Dancing With the Stars” returns Monday night, the celebrity dancers will include actor Jaleel
‘HEROIC EFFORT’
St. Louis Post-Dispatch ST. LOUIS To most people, a tornado means destruction. To Martin Goebel,
Stuck in the past
Dallas Morning News DALLAS The last thing a supermarket shopper wants to see is long lines and
newsmakers
newsmakers Colombian star Juanes: SXSW is life-changing AUSTIN, Texas Juanes didn’t get to
Ask Mr. Know It All
By Gary Clothier Q. In Celtic folklore there is a story of a seal that becomes human by removing
METRO DIGEST || Blood drives today through Saturday
Blood drives Cleveland American Red Cross blood drives set through Saturday: Kinsman
birthdays
birthdays Composer John Kander (“Chicago”) is 85. Country singer Charley Pride is 74. Actor Kevin
Looks familiar
Looks familiar First- through third-place winners in The Vindicator 79th Regional Spelling Bee
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL, MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS Columbiana County New complaints Ohio Receivables LLC v. George Haschak, money.
Colts’ McGlynn sees team on rise
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com When offensive lineman Mike McGlynn joined the Cincinnati Bengals
METRO DIGEST || West Side checkpoint
West Side checkpoint AUSTINTOWN The Mahoning County Operating a Vehicle Intoxicated Task Force
Fire in E. Liverpool kills man, his 3 sons
Staff/wire report EAST LIVERPOOL Fire officials say a father and his three sons were killed when
Absence of a demolition list makes Youngstown look bad
Editorial: Youngstown has been battling housing blight and neighborhood deterioration for many years, and yet a
Subaru drives into top automaker spot as Honda slips
Riding a wave of impressive redesigned models in the last few years, Subaru has earned the top
STATE indoor track AND FIELD How area athletes fared
DIVISION I BOYS Boardman: Devin Campbell, 60 dash, 10th, 7.05; long jump, 14th, 19-51/2; Mark
YBI, TECHudson to sign agreement
YBI, TECHudson to sign agreement YOUNGSTOWN A signing ceremony Monday at 1:30 p.m. will
2 suicide blasts kill dozens in Syria
2 suicide blasts kill dozens in Syria DAMASCUS, Syria Two suicide bombers detonated cars packed
‘Caveman caucuses’ overreach
Opinion: Ohio Sen. Nina Turner, a Democrat from Cleveland, was so touched by the concern of her Republican
Teen’s family: Son wasn’t shot in self-defense
Associated Press SANFORD, Fla. Calls made to police show that a black teenager was terrified as
ARMED FORCES DIGEST || VETERANS
VETERANS Eligible for bonus COLUMBUS Although America’s war in Iraq officially is over,
Pop culture Q&A
Pop culture Q&A By Rich Heldenfels Q. Is Daphne Oz the wife or daughter of Dr. Oz? “The View”
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, March 18, the 78th day of 2012. There are 288 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
OPENING CREDITS
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Tom Morris’ film- making career is off to an impressive
YSU women place 13th
Youngstown State women’s bowling coach Jim Hall had a succinct description of his team’s
A drive to succeed
Car salesman’s longtime love of his job has given him ... By Chelsea Miller cmiller@vindy.com
ncaa men’s basketball
NCAA Tournament FIRST ROUND At UD Arena Dayton, Ohio Tuesday, March 13 Western Kentucky
MISSED WORDS
Bronx Teague, Akiva Academy, tarragon. Seth Ensign, Austintown Middle, salmonella. Andrew Lamp,
Taxing oil and gas to provide income tax cuts makes sense
Editorial: The past week was an unusually busy one for news generated in this area by the ever-emerging oil
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending March 10
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Thief” by Clive Cussler & Justin Scott (Putnam) 2. “Lone Wolf” by Jodi
Author says ‘Bandstand’ blocked blacks
Philadelphia Daily News PHILADELPHIA Professor Matthew Delmont set out to write about how the
Middle class is forced to adjust expectations
Star Tribune (Minneapolis) MINNEAPOLIS A business degree and a decade of negotiating
POLICE CALLS for Canfield, Austintown
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown:
3 states to survey Ohio River anglers
Associated Press SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. Starting today, wildlife officials in three states will
nhl roundup Saturday’s other games
Panthers 3, Sabres 2, SO SUNRISE, FLA. Dmitry Kulikov returned from a knee injury and scored the
Ohio to treat lake to fight algae
Associated Press ST. MARYS, Ohio Ohio’s largest inland lake will be treated this spring with a
SPORTS BY THE NUMBERS $30,136 Source: Seattle Times
Amount former Portland Trail Blazers center Greg Oden has received, per point, in his five NBA
Accused soldier was family man
Associated Press LAKE TAPPS, Wash. On a winding road of wood-frame homes tucked amid towering
Not everyone loves the parade
Opinion: Not everyone loves the parade After 5 years of living in Ohio, I finally got to one of the St.
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Hubbard Public Library Board of Trustees, 5:30 p.m., Schafer Conference Room.
NBA roundup Saturday’s games
Knicks 102, Pacers 88 INDIANAPOLIS Jeremy Lin scored 19 points to help the Knicks improve to 3-0
Pens capture 11th straight
Associated Press NEWARK, N.J. Sidney Crosby felt more comfortable in the second game of his
Birdie streak lifts Goosen into lead
Associated Press PALM HARBOR, Fla. Retief Goosen was about ready to give up. His lower back
Green Bay women roll past Iowa St.
Associated Press AMES, Iowa The Green Bay Phoenix thought they should have been seeded much
ncaa women’s basketball
NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament DES MOINES REGIONAL First Round Saturday At Allstate
Milwaukee again tames Penguins
By BRANDON JUDEH sports@vindy.com Niles A frustrating start to the 2012 season continued
Hathaway Brown repeats
Associated Press COLUMBUS Vanessa Smith had 19 points for Shaker Heights Hathaway Brown as the
Men’s basketball roundup Saturday’s other games
EAST REGIONAL No. 1 Syracuse 75, No. 8 Kansas State 59 PITTSBURGH Scoop Jardine had 16 points
Tribe’s Jimenez shelled; Shields quiet Bucs’ bats
Associated Press GOODYEAR, Ariz. Manny Acta isn’t concerned about Ubaldo Jimenez — yet. Jimenez
Bad luck chasing Kurt Busch
Associated Press BRISTOL, Tenn. If Kurt Busch had any doubt he’s stuck in a run of bad luck, it
jamaine cook | Chasing history
Where Jamaine Cook stands in YSU’s career record book: Rushing yardage 1. Tamron Smith
Nazi-camp guard John Demjanjuk dies The retired Ohio autoworker was appealing his conviction
Associated Press BERLIN John Demjanjuk was convicted of being a low-ranking guard at the
Buckeyes escape Bulldogs scare
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Jared Sullinger doesn’t get mad anymore. Those days are over. The
Daughters are favorite topic with president
Associated Press WASHINGTON Barack Obama likes to talk about his kids. What parent doesn’t?
Gadhafi intel chief arrested
Associated Press TRIPOLI, Libya Mauritania on Saturday arrested Moammar Ghadafi’s former
Review: 5 ways to control your privacy on Google
By ANICK JESDANUN Associated Press NEW YORK Like it or not, your relationship with Google is
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Warren police seeking ID of young man hit by car
City police are asking for the public’s help as they seek to identify a young man who was seriously hurt and hospitalized at St. Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown after a car hit him at 12:30 a.m. Saturday on Riverview Street Northwest, between Niblock and Tod avenues.
OVI checkpoint tonight on West Side
The Mahoning County Operating a Vehicle Intoxicated Task Force is conducting an OVI checkpoint this evening on Mahoning Avenue on Youngstown’s West Side with a saturation patrol in Austintown.
Romney tells PR he supports statehood; Santorum says English must reign
Looking toward the critical primary in Illinois, Republican presidential front-runner Mitt Romney wrapped up a shortened campaign trip to Puerto Rico on Saturday as he prepared for more tough contests against chief rival Rick Santorum.
Father, 3 sons killed in East Liverpool fire
Fire officials say a father and his three sons were killed when a fire destroyed a house at 941 Vine St.
Convicted Nazi camp guard Demjanjuk dies before appeal resolved
John Demjanjuk was convicted of being a low-ranking guard at Sobibor death camp, but his 35-year fight on three continents to clear his name — a legal battle that had not yet ended when he died Saturday at age 91 — made him one of the best-known faces of Nazi prosecutions.
Warren Harding boys trail 45-26 after three quarters
Warren Harding boys trail 45-26 after three quarters.
St. Patty's Day festivites in full swing downtown till 1 a.m.
It's a lucky day for the Irish in downtown Youngstown, with St. Patrick’s Day falling on this sunny and warm Saturday and throngs coming from all over the region to enjoy the fourth annual St. Paddy’s Day Dash.
Warren Harding boys trail 13-3 after first quarter
Warren Harding boys trail 13-3 after first quarter
Boil water alert lifted
The city water department has lifted the boil water alert for its water customers south of Canfield Road and Indianola Avenue.
Cooke, Crosby lead Pens to 11th straight win
Cooke, Crosby lead Pens to 11th straight win NEWARK, N.J (AP) — Matt Cooke scored two goals,
Doors ‘swing’ open so students waltz in
Doors ‘swing’ open so students waltz in BOARDMAN Boardman High School, 7777 Glenwood Ave., will
A.O.H. and L.O.A.H. will honor Irish Man, Woman of 2012
YOUNGSTOWN Ancient Order of Hibernians and Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians have selected the
Polish group will sponsor Swieconka
YOUNGSTOWN The Krakowiaki Polish Folk Circle will sponsor Swieconka [SHVEN-sonka], a free Polish
Youngstown man innocent of sex with minor
A Mahoning County Common Pleas Court jury has acquitted a 24-year-old South Meridian Road man of two counts of unlawful sexual conduct with a minor.
League starts with an L
Errors, hit batsmen hurt YSU in Horizon opener By joe scalzo scalzo@vindy.com niles The
Is Austintown in the home stretch?
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown A new agreement between Penn National Gaming Inc.
Harding lands in final after back-to-back gut-wrenchers
Harding lands in final after back-to-back gut-wrenchers By Matthew Peaslee mpeaslee@vindy.com
Ellsworth woman keeps the holidays year-round
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Ellsworth For nearly two decades, Joyce Vitikas has
Crestview graduate Bowker in NCAA tournament
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com Chelsea Bowker calls her journey from Crestview High to the
37-year YPD officer retires after probe into force he used on inmate
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Rodney Lewis retired from the Youngstown Police Department this month
Phantoms lose in OT, fall from 2nd
Staff report waterloo, iowa Ryan Belonger’s unassisted goal with 2:35 remaining lifted the
Niles seeks to recover $250K in fines
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES The collection agency hired by city council last week for
Judge allows Sheriff Altiere's son to get drug treatment
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Thomas Altiere Jr., son of Sheriff Thomas Altiere Sr.,
Buckeyes continue to struggle with consistency
By Bob Baptist The Columbus Dispatch PITTSBURGH Lenzelle Smith Jr. said he could tell during
Youngstown officer treated after assault
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A city police officer was assaulted and
Man gets 7-year term for second vehicular homicide
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A judge sentenced a 31-year-old Poland man to seven years in prison and
Judge: Ex-clerk DeJacimo is off the hook for $112,000
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN With March 22 being the last day of former Warren
For some contestants, Vindy Bee is family tradition
Victoria Jones-Burney, center, one of the 66 participants in today’s Vindicator Regional Spelling Bee, studies with her mother, Lisa Jones, who competed in the bee in 1986, and her brother, Jabraelyn Jones, who was a competitor in 2008.
Student found guilty
Student found guilty new brunswick, n.j. A former Rutgers Univer- sity student convicted
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Daniel A. Aluise, 27, of 2040 E. Middletown Road,
African terrorist must answer for his crimes against children
Editorial: Judging by worldwide reaction to the Kony 2012 film on YouTube, most people appear to be unfamiliar
CW shortens the delay for Web release of shows
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES After studying the viewing behavior of its young audience, the CW
Cooper stays hot as OU shocks Michigan
By Elton Alexander Cleveland Plain Dealer NASHVILLE, Tenn. The screams from the band, the
Attorney identifies Afghan suspect
Associated Press SEATTLE The attorney for a soldier accused of killing 16 civilians in
NEWS SHOWS
NEWS SHOWS Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Republican presidential
Green, no envy: Valley restaurants, bars roll out barrels
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN As revelers tuck into green eggs and maybe even
Honda settlement: Will judge rethink?
Honda settlement: Will judge rethink? san diego A San Diego judge is giving no signs that he
Submit info for Holy Week, Easter
Submit info for Holy Week, Easter The Vindicator will run a listing of area services that are open
St. Patrick’s Day celebrations at multitude of places
Today is St. Patrick’s Day and celebrations will take place at a multitude of places (see
Ohio bill would require tracking of cold-med sales
Associated Press DAYTON A proposal in the House aimed at curbing illegal methamphetamine labs
MAHONING COUNTY INDICTMENTS
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments against these
Sergio Martinez takes on Macklin tonight in Garden
Associated Press NEW YORK Sergio Martinez is generally considered the world’s best
US consumer prices up due to higher gas costs
Associated Press WASHINGTON A sharp jump in gas prices drove a measure of U.S. consumer costs
greater friendship missionary baptist church | Through the years
Greater Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, 646 Lakewood Ave., Youngstown, is celebrating its 90th
Princeton’s assistant rooting for Ivy victory
Associated Press BRIDGEPORT, Conn. Assistant coach Milena Flores is hoping Princeton can become
YSU’s Beta Gamma Sigma installs 41
Staff report youngstown The Youngstown State University Chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma, hosted by
Bigger than anything, but still The Black Keys
It’s been a long road, but The Black Keys have not forgotten where they came from By JOHN BENSON
Two sides of health-care debate
Opinion: There’s a seeming paradox in the way Americans view the health care law that President Barack Obama
Man sentenced for relationship with 13-year-old
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A 22-year-old Youngs-town man will spend
Higher gas prices threaten economy
Associated Press WASHINGTON Inflation remains tame throughout the U.S. economy, with one big
Dems may need a new tack
Opinion: COLUMBUS Remember when Republicans were shouting from the rooftops about the lack of consideration
METRO DIGEST || Good Friday breakfast Central Y
Good Friday breakfast planned Youngstown YMCA of Youngstown will host its annual Good Friday
‘Unchained Reaction’ Show is Rube Goldberg machines gone wild
By DERRIK J. LANG AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES Bang. Bang. Bang. Three bowling balls
“Leprechaun’s revenge” (9 p.m., syfy): Holy shamrocks! In this TV film, an evil
“Leprechaun’s revenge” (9 p.m., syfy): Holy shamrocks! In this TV film, an evil leprechaun goes on
Faith trusts God’s plan
We read in Scripture that Jesus was crucified along with two robbers on either side of him. The
Ohio 65 Michigan60
Ohio 65 Michigan60 Next: Ohio vs. Temple/South Florida winner, Sunday, TBA, in Nashville Tenn.
Canton renovator hires homeless
Akron Beacon Journal CANTON Venie Bennett had to take a job sorting trash. Kevin Radsick
LEGACY LIVES ON
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com youngstown Its name, Greater Friendship Missionary
Romney, Santorum, Obama trade some campaign digs
Associated Press CHICAGO After two Deep South losses, Mitt Romney is intensifying his campaign
Fans, entrepreneurs among the first buyers of new iPad
Associated Press MADISON, Wis. Apple’s latest iPad drew the customary lines of die-hard fans
Vickers seeks to rehabilitate image
By Reid Spencer NASCAR Wire Service BRISTOL, Tenn. As he returns to the NASCAR Sprint Cup
Dufner takes lead at Transitions
Associated Press PALM HARBOR, FLA. Jason Dufner and Padraig Harrington felt cautious at times
49ers join Manning derby; decision expected Monday or Tuesday
Associated Press The stealthy 49ers are in the chase for Peyton Manning. The Dolphins and
METRO DIGEST || Canfield man injured in S.C. crash that kills Medina man
Canfield man injured in fatal S.C. crash CANFIELD A Canfield man was injured and a Medina man
Boil alert issued for South Side, part of Boardman
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A boil-alert advisory remains in effect for water customers on the
US: If N. Korea launches rocket, food aid is done
Associated Press PYONGYANG, N. Korea North Korea plans to blast a satellite into space next
Dad: Man had housing stress before stabbings in Columbus
Associated Press COLUMBUS The father of a man accused of stabbing four in an Ohio office
Grateful for Manning’s gifts
Opinion: The Indianapolis Star: In the pantheon of Indianapolis sports heroes, crowded with the lustrous
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Clooney and father arrested in protest WASHINGTON George Clooney and his father
Girard sues company for practices at dump
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Girard Hoping to stem a potential environmental
CBO: Obama budget produces a deficit of $977B for 2013
Associated Press WASHINGTON A new analysis of President Barack Obama’s budget for next year says
CORRECTION
CORRECTION The Cortland Bank CD rate for 91 days is 0.05 percent. A listing on Page A12 in
POLICE CALLS IN BOARDMAN, POLAND
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Innovation Fund invests $125K into 2 YBI companies
Staff report Youngstown The Innovation Fund, in partnership with Youngstown State University,
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, March 17, the 77th day of 2012. There are 289 days left in the year. This is St.
Area YSEA has Read Across America event
Staff report youngstown The Youngstown Student Education Association is the campus student
Horizon Academy students compete, place at science fair
Staff report Youngstown About 500 students from seven Midwest states showcased their
Competing at state
Competing at state salem Blade Kemats, a seventh-grader, has qualified to represent Salem Junior
Friday, March 16 (132 stories)
Medina man dead, Canfield man injured in S.C. crash
A Canfield man was injured and a Medina man killed when their car veered off the right side of Interstate 77 and struck several trees near Exit 73 on state Route 901 in Rock Hill, S.C., around 11:41 a.m. Friday.
Youngstown man injured in fall in Mill Creek Park
A 26-year-old Youngstown man was seriously injured when he fell 20 to 30 feet while rock climbing in Mill Creek Park early this evening.
Poland man gets prison for aggravated vehicular homicide
Poland man gets prison for aggravated vehicular homicide
Police: Fla. couple kept boy in cage inside closet
Police: Fla. couple kept boy in cage inside closet TITUSVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Police say a Florida
Ex-Ohio lawmaker pleads not guilty to bribery charge
Ex-Ohio lawmaker pleads not guilty to bribery charge
No negligence found in Mass. centenarian death
No negligence found in Mass. centenarian death DARTMOUTH, Mass. (AP) — An arbitrator has found no
Pa. 'pumping party' suspect's bail dropped to $750K
Pa. 'pumping party' suspect's bail dropped to $750K
Dad: Man had housing stress before Ohio stabbings
Dad: Man had housing stress before Ohio stabbings COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The father of a man
New Castle woman forfeits 3 dogs that attacked 91-year-old woman
New Castle woman forfeits 3 dogs that attacked 91-year-old woman
Early forecast: Fishing on Lake Erie expected to be good this year
Early forecast: Fishing on Lake Erie expected to be good this year
Ohio bill would require tracking of cold medication sales
Ohio bill would require tracking of cold medication sales
Penn National, Ohio move ahead on Austintown racino
Penn National, Ohio move ahead on Austintown racino Columbus Penn National Gaming, Inc. and the
Poll: Renaming PSU stadium for Paterno favored
Poll: Renaming PSU stadium for Paterno favored STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — A new poll shows stronger
SC mom pleads guilty to murder in sons’ deaths
SC mom pleads guilty to murder in sons’ deaths ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina mother has
South Side boil alert
South Side boil alert Boardman On Thursday, the Youngstown Water Department experienced a large
Shark bites man in arm off Fla.’s east coast
Shark bites man in arm off Fla.’s east coast JENSEN BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A man was bitten in the arm
Father of Fla. watch leader says son isn’t racist
Father of Fla. watch leader says son isn’t racist SANFORD, Fla. (AP) — The father of a central
Youngstown officer assaulted at South Side bar
Youngstown officer assaulted at South Side bar YOUNGSTOWN A Youngstown police officer was
Mass. zoo’s cats benefit from Boston power loss
Mass. zoo’s cats benefit from Boston power loss MENDON, Mass. (AP) — The transformer fire that
Lawyer: Afghan killing suspect being flown U.S.
Lawyer: Afghan killing suspect being flown U.S. SEATTLE (AP) — The soldier accused of killing 16
DNA links 3 State College rape cases to 1 man
DNA links 3 State College rape cases to 1 man STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Police in State College
Building inspection bureau criticized; laptops unused
Building inspection bureau criticized; laptops unused PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Controller
Pittsburgh armored car heist on TV’s ‘Most Wanted’
Pittsburgh armored car heist on TV’s ‘Most Wanted’ PITTSBURGH (AP) — The FBI is hoping television
CLUB CALENDAR
ALLIANCES Ohio Cultural Alliance will have a dinner meeting at 6 p.m. April 2 at St. Matthias
It’s time again for Women’s Night Out
SALEM Salem Community Center, 1098 N. Ellsworth Ave., will host its third Women’s Night Out from 4
910th Reservists delivering supplies to Hospice in Guatemala
Air Force Reservists form the 910th Airlift Wing’s 76th Aerial Port Squadron left today on a humanitarian airlift.
Talent show at Wick Park today
Youngstown’s Got Talent, a talent show presented by Leaders for Progress, in conjunction with St. James Church of God in Christ and Be Encouraged Ministry, will be from 6 to 10 p.m. today at Wick Park Pavilion.
Free program on bluebirds Saturday
McKeever Environmental Learning Center and the Bluebird Society of Pennsylvania will present “The Fledgling Experience,” a free program on bluebirds, from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at the center, 55 McKeever Lane.
Ohio State cruises past Loyola, Md. 78-59
Ohio State cruises past Loyola, Md. 78-59 PITTSBURGH (AP) — Deshaun Thomas scored a career-high 31
ONE YEAR AFTER THE FIRST INJECTION-WELL EARTHQUAKE
The two low-magnitude earthquakes — felt by few but discussed by many — in the early morning of March 17, 2011, quickly became a conversation point at coffee shops, grocery stores and throughout the Mahoning Valley.
Grandmother files complaint against Youngstown police
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A 46-year-old Youngs-town woman who said
Fitch high jumper Jakovina places second at indoor nationals
For Jay Jakovina, fewer sights led to higher heights.
Youngstown school officials given more freedom
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The commission overseeing the city school
Neptune sends 42 to Canton swim event
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Y-Neptune swim team will send 42 athletes to this
Phantoms battle pain of late season
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com BOARDMAN Despite his top goaltender being stuck on the
9 indicted in hazing incident at YSU's KAP fraternity
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County grand jury has indicted
Covelli expects 1,200 youth wrestlers
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Ohio Athletic Committee’s grade-school wrestling state championships
Poland library sponsors ‘Hunger Games’
More than 60 teens converged on the Poland Branch library to experience some aspects of “The Hunger Games,” a young-adult trilogy, come to life.
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Today: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 3-over-par 74 in the first round of the Transitions Championship. Kokrak is tied for 120th with 11 others. His round included two birdies, three bogeys and a double bogey.
Harding robotics team wins
Staff report WARREN Robotics teams from Warren, Girard and Austintown competed over the weekend
Judge approves another delay in Houser death penalty case
It has been more than two years since Angeline Fimognari was fatally shot outside St. Dominic Church, but the trial of the man accused of killing her has been postponed for a third time, this time until the end of April.
Panel appointed to raise funds for Mahoning pound expansion
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County commissioners appointed an
St. Patrick’s Day 2012: Top o’ the weekend to you!
Brady's Leap helped kick off the St. Patrick's Day weekend Thursday at Kravitz Deli on Belmont Avenue. Festivities are continuing at many area bars and restaurants today and Saturday, when Kravitz will have its annual Corned Beef Fest.Saturday
Mayor Sammarone requests more details on brine, potential concerns
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mayor Charles Sammarone expressed concern in a
Austintown sports briefs
Fitch excels at nationals Fitch senior Jay Jakovina jumped 6 feet, 9 inches to place second at the
Poland briefs
Fracking event set An open informational event to raise community awareness about fracking will
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Charles P. Heim, 30, of Youngstown, and Nicole M.
Ex-Ill. governor starts 14-year prison term
Associated Press LITTLETON, Colo. Convicted Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich never allowed himself
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “The Foreigner,” 7:30 p.m.: Opening night for this charming comedy
2011 was a good year in Ohio for attracting new development
Editorial: Once again, Site Selection mag- azine has found that Ohio is a good pace to do business. Gov.
“fairly legal” (9 p.m., usa): Kate Reed (Sarah Shahi), the hottest mediator on TV,
“fairly legal” (9 p.m., usa): Kate Reed (Sarah Shahi), the hottest mediator on TV, returns for
Nature is the star of ‘Planet’
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK “The best stories on our planet are natural
Businesses, union discuss shale boom
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com BOARDMAN Contractors and union leaders gathered to
US should treat Brazil like India
Opinion: When President Barack Obama welcomes Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff at the White House on April
Where’s the beef?
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA The lunch lady won’t be serving up “pink slime” anymore at several
A spoof that’s simply super
‘21 JUMP STREET’ By Colin Covert Star Tribune (Minneapolis) “21 Jump Street” thrilled me to
Surplus food
Surplus food Zion Lutheran Church, 3300 Canfield Road, Youngstown, various commodities, 9:30 to
Book club selects next titles
The Ursuline Center Book Club will host two upcoming book discussion groups that are open to the
Police Blotter
March 3 Warrant: Police arrested Shanna Barber, 24, of 55 S. Schenley Ave., Youngstown, on a
City condemns parking deck; owner plans to sue
The city condemned a downtown parking deck because structural problems identified a year ago haven’t been addressed.
Next step in fixing health-care system is universal coverage
Opinion: Next step in fixing health-care system is universal coverage Why should you look for American
Newsmakers
Newsmakers Arrest warrant for Russell Brand NEW ORLEANS New Orleans police have issued an
Healthy Penguins help extend winning streak to 10
Associated Press NEW YORK Sidney Crosby was on the ice for three of Pittsburgh’s five goals,
Solar panels could go up at fire station
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com NEW SPRINGFIELD A local pharmacist will provide at least
US suffers setbacks in Afghanistan
US suffers setbacks in Afghanistan kabul The American campaign in Afghanistan suffered a double
Austintown briefs
Curves offers Silver Sneaker Memberships Curves Austintown is offering free Healthways Silver
Young drummer playing to her own beat
By SEAN BARRON Special to the Vindicator If you felt compelled to create a who’s-who list of
METRO DIGEST || 70-year-old pedestrian killed
Pedestrian killed West Farmington Ohio State Highway Patrol said a 70-year-old woman died
Kurt Busch among few who enjoy a Bristol visit
NASCAR Wire Service Bristol, Tenn. The high potential for pitfalls may not make Bristol Motor
Howard stays put; centers on move
Associated Press Dwight Howard agreed to stay in Orlando on a day plenty of other big men were on
Teens try hands at business
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN Boardman White Inc. executives Betsy
Canfield Girl Scouts celebrate milestone
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield Girl Scouts participated in Girl Scout Sunday,
Rust Belt Brewing and others delivers tradition and variety for St. Patrick’s Day...
When beer lovers think of the great brewing traditions from around the world, several countries come to mind: Germany, Belgium, England, and The United States of America (George Washington brewed his own), and of course Ireland.
Md. man pleads guilty to dumping, burning
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Edgar C. Knieriem Jr., 64, of Cockeysville, Md., pleaded
Heavy demand expected as new Apple iPad goes on sale
Associated Press NEW YORK Let the wild rumpus start. The customary storefront crowds are
Rich target Obama
Opinion: JIM Hightower OtherWords It was a total lockdown. As jet after jet swept in surreptitiously with
Canfield sports briefs
Canfield’s Trebilcock swims well at OSU Ohio State sophomore Garrett Trebilcock, a Canfield High
Following tradition: Ronald V. Gerberry of Austintown, D-59th, one of the most senior members of the
Opinion: Following tradition: Ronald V. Gerberry of Austintown, D-59th, one of the most senior members of the
Grant helps schools prevent at-risk behavior
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com The Canfield Local School District has $75,000 to implement a
Warrren man found guilty in shooting
Jacquavis K. Williams put his head down on the defense table as guilty verdicts to felonious assault and aggravated robbery were read, and his mother began screaming from the spectator benches.
Pittsburgh area to get Shell refinery
Pittsburgh area to get Shell refinery PITTSBURGH Shell Oil Co. has chosen a site near Pittsburgh
Green Team hosts placemat contest
The Recycling Division of Mahoning County’s is hosting the annual “Earth Day to Earth Day Placemat
Top BHS students treated to breakfast by PTSA
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Hardworking Boardman High School students were offered a treat on
oddly enough
oddly enough Mass. urology practice offers pizza with vasectomy BARNSTABLE, Mass. Get a
Fours and fives focus on food
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com If you’d like to read a book, clap your hands, If
Canfield briefs
Canfield Presbyterian introduces Cross-Walk Have you ever wanted to “Walk the Walk” of Jesus
Springsteen dethrones Adele
Los Angeles Times It took the Boss to knock Adele’s unstoppable “21” out of the top spot on
Canfield youth wrestlers compete at state tourney
Youngstown will be the wrestling mecca for the second week in row as wrestlers from all over Ohio
Canfield Soccer Club continues to grow
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield Soccer Club celebrated 35 years of recreational
C.H. Campbell hosts winter festival
STAFF REPORT Elementary school students and parents found a way to chase away the winter blues on
Laws would include digital accounts in deceased’s estate
Associated Press LINCOLN, Neb. When Karen Williams’ son died in a motorcycle crash, the Oregon
Birthdays
Birthdays Comedian Jerry Lewis is 86. Movie director Bernardo Bertolucci is 71. Game-show host
Grand jury refuses to indict Warren man in slaying
Staff report WARREN A Trumbull County grand jury has refused to indict Daron Warfield Jr., 23,
‘Obamacare’ a major issue
Opinion: A week from today is the two-year anniversary of President Barack Obama signing into law his most
Surveys help Frank Ohl look ahead
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Officials at Frank Ohl are revamping their web page, hoping to
Boardman sports briefs
Boardman Lanes city tournament winner The Greater Youngstown Bowling Association held its annual
Boardman native champions ‘Wild Kindness’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Kindness is a simple concept, but Boardman native David Pokrivnak
Years Ago
Today is Friday, March 16, the 76th day of 2012. There are 290 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Kravitz Deli celebrates St. Patrick’s Day
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Kravitz Delicatessen, in their locations in Liberty and the Poland
McKinley students raise $6,900 for St. Jude’s
aBy SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The fifth- and sixth-graders at McKinley Elementary have had a
BHS Students explore ‘true grit’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Boardman High School’s annual “World of Words” celebration, held
Graziani takes sixth at wrestling tourney
STAFF REPORT Mario Graziani, who attends Boardman Center Middle School, earned a spot on the
AMS dodgeball tournament raises funds
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The possibility of being crowned Austintown’s ultimate dodgeball
EARTHQUAKE TIME LINE
EARTHQUAKE TIME LINE A look at the key events in the Youngstown injection well-earthquake
Romney campaign showing signs of financial strain
Associated Press SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO The long and increasingly messy Republican presidential
GOP Senate candidate blasted over negative auto-bailout remarks
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN State legislators from the Mahoning Valley and
Police continue probe of latest homicide
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police continue gathering clues and
Boardman runners compete in NYC
The Boardman boys indoor track team sent three athletes to The New Balance National Championship
Poland wrestlers place at junior high state
STAFF REPORT Poland junior high wrestlers Anthony Audi and Matthew Cardello earned all-state
Poland sports briefs
Reserve Run open Reserve Run Golf Club is open for the 2012 season.To make a tee time, call
Canfield duo places at junior high state
Canfield’s David Labra and CJ Frost earned spots on the awards podium during last weekend’s OAC
Canfield speller sets sights on title
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com The Vindicator’s 78th Regional Spelling Bee was a battle
SJIHM offers enrollment for 2012-2013
St. Joseph and Immaculate Heart of Mary School in Austintown is currently enrolling for the
Cabbage patch kid wins top prize
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Last April, Dobbins student Skyler Huda was handed a cabbage
Boardman briefs
Boardman orchestras present ‘Project Mayhem’ The Boardman Orchestras will present its “Project
Organizations sponsor concealed-carry class
Staff report niles United Veterans of America-Ohio Post 7, Hubbard Conservation Club and Western
AMS’s Mackall wins wrestling state title
STAFF REPORT “I think I’m ready for this,” said Alex Mackall, 14, an Austintown Middle School
Thursday, March 15 (96 stories)
Free produce giveaway Friday morning
In conjunction with Second Harvest Food Bank of Mahoning Valley, Warren Family Mission will give away fresh produce from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. today at 2671 Youngstown Road.
Assault sends 2 Youngstown officers to hospital
Police said a fight between a boyfriend and girlfriend at a South Side bar sent two officers and a suspect to the hospital this evening.
70-year-old pedestrian killed in West Farmington
The Ohio State Highway Patrol said a 70-year-old woman died Thursday after being struck by a truck while crossing the road.
Crosby’s return a hit on Broadway
Crosby’s return a hit on Broadway NEW YORK (AP) — Sidney Crosby’s return after three months of
Struthers update: Wildcats fall
Struthers update: Wildcats fall CANTON Mentor Lake Catholic defeated Struthers, 68-39, in
Fund-raising committee named for Mahoning pound expansion
Mahoning commissioners appoint committee to raise funds for dog-pound expansion
Jury acquits Viking Cook of assaulting girlfriend
Jury acquits Viking Cook of assaulting girlfriend MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A jury has acquitted
Arson probe launched in Vegas Golden Nugget fire
Arson probe launched in Vegas Golden Nugget fire LAS VEGAS (AP) — Authorities say a man
Heavy demand expected as iPad goes on sale Friday
Heavy demand expected as iPad goes on sale Friday NEW YORK (AP) — Let the wild rumpus start. The
City condemns downtown parking deck
City condemns downtown parking deck YOUNGSTOWN — The city condemned a downtown parking deck
British PM Cameron visits 9/11 memorial in NYC
British PM Cameron visits 9/11 memorial in NYC NEW YORK (AP) — British Prime Minister David
Democrats, UAW members criticize Mandel
Democrats, UAW members criticize Mandel YOUNGSTOWN — State legislators from the Mahoning Valley
Water main break disrupts West Side service
Water main break disrupts West Side service YOUNGSTOWN Water service should be returned soon to
Ohio man pleads guilty in $17M Amish fraud case
Ohio man pleads guilty in $17M Amish fraud case YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (AP) — An Ohio man has admitted
US soldier accused in Wikileaks case due in court
US soldier accused in Wikileaks case due in court FORT MEADE, Md. (AP) — A U.S. Army private
Colo. man ticketed for tying cat to rock during run
Colo. man ticketed after cat refuses to go for jog LAFAYETTE, Colo. (AP) — Police in Lafayette,
Ohio school principal ordered to work from home
Ohio school principal ordered to work from home MIDDLETOWN, Ohio (AP) — An elementary school
Afghan leader: NATO should pull back to big bases
Afghan leader: NATO should pull back to big bases KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Afghanistan’s
Attorneys in Casey Anthony case want any tweets
Attorneys in Casey Anthony case want any tweets ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Attorneys for the woman suing
Blagojevich leaves home to report to Colo. prison
Blagojevich leaves home to report to Colo. prison CHICAGO (AP) — Former Illinois Gov. Rod
Iraqi president being treated at Mayo Clinic
Iraqi president being treated at Mayo Clinic ROCHESTER, Minn. (AP) — Iraq President Jalal Talabani
Teacher, school board president tussle
Teacher, school board president tussle CHESTER, Pa. (AP) — Police are investigating a physical
UPMC releases med, psych records of Pa. shooter
UPMC releases med, psych records of Pa. shooter PITTSBURGH (AP) — The University of Pittsburgh
DEP tracking source of more methane in wells
DEP tracking source of more methane in wells MONTROSE, Pa. (AP) — State environmental officials
Miss Mosure, Mr. Oles will wed in April cermony
The parents of Cassie A. Mosure, who lives in Canfield, are announcing the engagement and
Dance group to offer free lessons in basics
Dance group to offer free lessons in basics YOUNGSTOWN USA Dance, a volunteer group that
Youngstown native gets Carnegie honor
PITTSBURGH A Youngstown native, Pierina Morelli, recently received a Carnegie Science Award
ABWA selects 2012 Woman of the Year
Staff report At its March 8 meeting the Tri-Gold Chapter of the American Business Women’s
'Pink slime' appears headed for school lunch garbage heap
"Pink slime" just went from a simmer to a boil.
Kasich plan: Raise drilling tax, lower income tax
Gov. John Kasich is proposing a tax increase on fracking, along with a corresponding income tax cut directly tied to how much the state collects from new oil and gas production.
South Side woman threatened by men won’t return home
A 25-year-old South Side woman has vowed not to return to her home until police arrest the two men who pulled a gun on her in front of her home and children this week.
Harding defense comes up big
Rasuan Smith has made plenty of steals in his 18 years of playing basketball — he’ll be sure to remind you of that.
Struthers Wildcats soaring into regional
With the start of a new season back in December, the Struthers High boys basketball team wanted to do what no other Wildcats have done in school history.
Fashion designer Nanette Lepore to receive honorary degree
City native and fashion designer Nanette Lepore will receive an honorary degree at Youngstown State University’s spring undergraduate commencement.
OSU begins quest for title tonight
By Bob Baptist The Columbus Dispatch PITTSBURGH Less than three weeks ago, Ohio State’s
Investigation continues in Warren family fire deaths
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Fire investigators continue to conduct interviews to
Former All-American DeCree indicted on drug charges, fraud
Staff report WARREN Van DeCree, 58, of Tod Avenue Northwest, a former All-American defensive
Youngstown Legal Arts Building sells for $175,000
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A property development company has purchased
Lewis makes PGA debut at Transitions
Associated Press PALM HARBOR, Fla. His achievements alone would suggest Tom Lewis is racing
$250K gift will digitize Trumbull property records
Trumbull County commissioners are expected today to approve an agreement that will allow most of the records in the Trumbull County Recorder’s Office to be scanned and digitized to speed up the work needed to allow gas and oil drilling to take place.
Youngstown-Mahoning library board extends director’s employment
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The board of trustees of the Public Library
Mime team adds dimension to worship at St. James
Alicia Reed, 15, of Youngstown, Kyle Moore, 17, of Austintown and Terrance Yeboah, 11, of Canfield rehearse their performance at St. James Church of God in Christ. They are part of the church's 12-member mime team formed about six years ago.
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St. (corner of Oak and Fruit streets),
WTG
Thursday Music Wright Brass of the US Air Force Band of Flight, 2 p.m., Westminster College, Orr
Colleagues will pay tribute to influential band leader
The late Robert E. Fleming — a musical force in the area for half a century — will be honored with a
Ukelele plays lead role on singer's new album
Having respect for the disrespected is sort of how singer-songwriter Emily Hurd, who makes her Youngstown debut Friday at The Lemon Grove, came to love the ukulele, which she used to write the material that makes up her new album, “Long Lost Ghosts.”
An entertainment pot 'o gold
St. Patrick’s Day is almost here. To get ready for the festivities Saturday, here’s an overview of festivals, parties and dances.
Talent show seeks entertainers
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Omega Psi Phi Fraternity will have the annual Mizell Ewing Talent Show
NEw this week
NEw this week 21 Jump Street (R) Two young police officers and ex-classmates go undercover at a
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Justin and April Hays, Hubbard, girl, March 11. Thomas and
Health Care Fair
Health Care Fair LEETONIA NEO HealthForce and the Leetonia Community Public Library, 181 Walnut
Concert tickets go on sale Friday
Tickets go on sale Friday for three major concerts: Brad Paisley, with The Band Perry, Blossom
METRO DIGEST || Funds established for Warren fire victims
Funds established WARREN Memorial and burial funds have been established at all Huntington Bank
Beware consequences of war
Opinion: By Uri Dromi McClatchy Newspapers The recent meeting between President Obama and Prime Minister
Police: Man stabs 4 in Ohio building, is shot
Associated Press COLUMBUS A man armed with three knives went on a stabbing spree in a downtown
Bond market sees a stronger economy
Bond market sees a stronger economy washington The bond market is betting on a stronger economy.
Vermont, South Florida advance in NCAA
Associated Press DAYTON Freshman Four McGlynn came off the bench to score 18 points and Vermont
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Youngstown schools system can do without disruptions
Editorial: While we have long URGED com- munity participation in the academic and financial rebuilding of the
2016: A political odyssey
Opinion: WASHINGTON Enough about the 2012 election already. Let’s talk 2016, which promises to be far more
Obama, Cameron: Shift in Afghan war role in 2013
Associated Press WASHINGTON Determined to show momentum in a war marred by setbacks, President
We’re paying union officials
Opinion: PHOENIX Sal DiCiccio says he’s sorry. It is, he says, no excuse that the complex labor contracts
Source: US soldier flown to Kuwait
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan The American soldier accused of shooting 16 Afghan villagers
GOP candidates look to Puerto Rico
GOP candidates look to Puerto Rico washington An upbeat Rick Santorum barreled into Puerto Rico
SIMPLE CHEMISTRY
Using Q-tips, E.J. Blott Elementary students rubbed invisible ink on a blank square of paper.
Vic to present ‘The Foreigner’
Staff report Youngstown Victorian Players Theater will present the comedy “The Foreigner” for
Nick Clooney discusses movies that changed us
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com WARREN Nick Clooney is a man of many accomplishments, but
Outreach projects figure in celebration
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com boardman Outreach projects, local and far away, figure
“missing” (8 p.m., abc): If you can envision Ashley Judd as a kick-butt action star who
“missing” (8 p.m., abc): If you can envision Ashley Judd as a kick-butt action star who can punch
Muppet manifesto: Blistering exit for Goldman executive
Associated Press NEW YORK Goldman Sachs, arguably the most storied investment bank on Wall
Cooler hands, better workouts
By Jeannine Stein Los Angeles Times Working up a sweat is a good thing when it comes to
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “A Lion in Winter,SDRq by James Goldman. Victorian Players, 702 Mahoning Ave.,
NIGHTLIFE
9ine Lounge, 36 W. Federal St., Youngstown; 330-744-3636 Sat: DJ Richie, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sat:
Drug test welfare applicants
Opinion: The (Freeport, Ill.) Journal-Standard: If you have to take a drug test to get a job, then it stands
Will coconut oil stop dementia?
Q. Both of my parents have dementia. I just read that coconut oil has helped some people reverse
Dem dinner merited coverage
Opinion: Dem dinner merited coverage I am not sure what Mahon- ing County Republican Party chairman Mark
Doo-wop musical is fun for the family
Staff report Columbiana The 34west Theater Company will present the all-new ’50s musical “Doo
Kasich proposes $1.74B capital-spending bill
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Gov. John Kasich has asked lawmakers to sign off on
food drive & fundraiser
food drive & fundraiser At St. Luke Church St. Luke Church, 5235 South Ave., Boardman, is
Youngstown police seek suspects in city’s 8th homicide of the year
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are talking to witnesses and
Social Security, Medicare must not fall victim to cuts
Opinion: By Max Richtman Baltimore Sun It’s no accident there’s been a scarcity of meaningful
Authorities seek cause of Swiss bus crash
Associated Press SION, Switzerland A tourist bus slammed head-on into a concrete wall in a Swiss
Irving scores 28 but Cavs come up short
By Mary Schmitt Boyer Cleveland Plain Dealer MILWAUKEE, Wis. Once again, with a chance to gain
Wednesday, March 14 (85 stories)
Missing Texas child found 6 years after authorities stopped looking for him
A Texas infant who vanished eight years ago will be reunited with his mother after police arrested his former baby sitter who is accused of kidnapping him, authorities said Wednesday.
Source says soldier suspect in Afghan killings flown to Kuwait
The American soldier accused of shooting 16 Afghan villagers in a pre-dawn killing spree was flown out of Afghanistan on Wednesday to Kuwait, even as many Afghans called for him to face justice in their country.
Obama, Cameron: Lead combat role goes to Afghanistan next year
Determined to show momentum in a war marred by setbacks, President Barack Obama and British Prime Minster David Cameron said for the first time Wednesday that NATO forces would hand over the lead combat role to Afghanistan forces next year as the U.S. and its allies aim to get out by the end of 2014.
Free fresh produce Friday at Warren Family Mission
Free fresh produce Friday at Warren Family Mission
1 of 4 stabbing victims works for Ohio AG DeWine
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Henry Stambaugh Golf Course opens Monday
Henry Stambaugh Golf Course opens Monday youngstown The city-owned Henry Stambaugh Golf Course
Authorities: Candles likely led to Ohio church fire
Authorities: Candles likely led to Ohio church fire
Kasich seeks tax, program changes in new Ohio budget
Kasich seeks tax, program changes in new Ohio budget
1 dead, 3 wounded in gunfire near Texas courthouses
1 dead, 3 wounded in gunfire near Texas courthouses BEAUMONT, Texas (AP) — Police say one person
Shale Sheet Live Texas | Gas brings boom, bumps to Fort Worth
Starting Wednesday, professional and student journalists from Youngstown embark on a 5-day look at life in Texas as a result of the natural gas boom, and offer traces of what this life might hold for Ohio and its citizens.
GOP fight now Romney vs. Santorum; Gingrich lags
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Youngstown police investigating body, suspected homicide
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Salem witch trials document up for auction
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Swiss bus crash kills 28, including 22 children
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Afghan official: Video shows soldier surrendering
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Winning Mega Millions number
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Bears WR Marshall accused of punching woman in NYC
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3-year-old kills self with gun in car in Wash.
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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
Ex-Pa. principal charged with having child porn
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Police: Man stalked woman, found in closet
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Harding back in regional
While being interviewed following Warren Harding’s district final win over Green in Alliance, an assistant coach whispered into Steve Arnold’s ear, telling him that Mentor had defeated Brush in the Euclid district final.
$900M plant in Columbiana County expected to employ hundreds
Columbiana County project expected to employ hundreds
Official: Public access to SCOPE may be ‘a little tricky’
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Trumbull County Commissioner Paul Heltzel, an attorney,
Rockets’ Carlson named All-Ohio
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The Madness is here again
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Statistics tell dramatic aging story in Mahoning Valley
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Police remind public: Ask us for ID
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Toronto gets best of Cavs
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State lawmaker faces bribery charges
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Yu Darvish wild vs. Indians
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Grants would beautify Girard-Youngstown corridor
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Boardman ex-chief will serve four-week, unpaid suspension
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Girl Scout group sues organization
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SOV opens rehab service
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Shooting victim gives testimony
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Store owner Mohammad Darwish didn’t look up as a customer
Syracuse’s Melo to miss tourney
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Syracuse will have to chase a national championship without
Rick rises in South, winning Ala., Miss.
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Source: Kasich wants increase in taxes on oil, natural-gas drilling
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Austintown school sets fitness goals
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Reminders of home
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birthdays
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Police make arrests in hacking probe
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Free dinner/clothing
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Crowds call for Yankee
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newsmakers
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Romney has Hispanic problem
Opinion: Two new polls of Latino voters confirm what I have been writing for several months: Republican
Putin’s paranoia troubling
Opinion: MOSCOW Can Washington have a working relationship with a Russian leader who thinks Americans are
Republicans should aim to inspire
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Study to evaluate city operations
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A $250,000 study will evaluate city operations
Ohio man to plead guilty to defrauding fellow Amish of $17M
Associated Press CLEVELAND An Ohio man will plead guilty in federal court to defrauding fellow
Beaver Local leaving AAC after 2012-13
Staff report LISBON The Beaver Local Board of Education voted on Monday to end its five-year
Penalties against Knaus upheld
Associated Press CONCORD, N.C. An appeals panel on Tuesday upheld penalties levied against five-
Local company lands $8.4M DOD contract
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Agenda Thursday
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Why did ‘John Carter’ flop?
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METRO DIGEST || Library meeting in Youngstown
Library meeting YOUNGSTOWN The board of trustees of the Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning
Talk about short memories
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Fed notes better economy, takes no action
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Federal Reserve sketched a mildly brighter view of the economy
POLICE CALLS IN LIBERTY, GIRARD
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Donation to Rayen
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President should be given respect
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New Castle’s bid for PIAA title ends
By Mike White Pittsburgh Post-Gazette PITTSBURGH Ryan Lewis became a Montour starter only at
Probable cause found in Afghan killings
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. military already has had a probable-cause hearing for the
It’s “on the same level as going to state in sports. It’s not like winning a
It’s “on the same level as going to state in sports. It’s not like winning a single football game.
Selected local stocks
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Leaving Afghanistan won’t be easy, and can’t be done quickly
Editorial: It should not come as a surprise that the tragic rampage of a presumably deranged U.S. soldier
St. Patrick’s Day Dash will feature 16 venues
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The city’s third annual St. Patrick’s Day Dash, with 16 participating
Valley new-car sales fell 20% in February
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN New-car sales in the Mahoning Valley plummeted 20 percent in February,
oddly enough
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Stocks record biggest gains of year
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WKU and BYU rally for wins
Associated Press DAYTON Senior guard William Pugh crouched, bowed his head and put his right
‘Hunger Games’ Book fans devour premiere
Associated Press LOS ANGELES When it comes to predicting the big-screen success of “The Hunger
New Middletown officials OK pacts
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com NEW MIDDLETOWN New contracts with police and other village
Group renews call for tax increases
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A statewide coalition formed last year with hopes of
Receivers catch big NFL money
Associated Press Wide receivers grabbed the big money as NFL free agency began Tuesday. Vincent
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New Castle’s bid for perfection ended by Montour
New Castle’s bid for perfection ended by Montour New Castle’s boys basketball team suffered its
UPDATE: Santorum wins Ala., MIss.
Rick Santorum has won Mississippi's Republican presidential primary - completing a two-state sweep of Deep South contests. Santorum narrowly edged rivals Newt Gingrich and Mitt Romney to win Mississippi.
Youngstown school board experiencing $4M budget shortfall
Youngstown school board experiencing $4M budget shortfall
Redskins add WR Garcon of Mount Union
Redskins add WR Garcon of Mount Union WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington Redskins moved aggressively
Mill Creek MetroParks South golf course opening Wednesday
Mill Creek MetroParks South golf course opening Wednesday
Energy companies commit to $900M project in Columbiana, Harrison counties
Energy companies commit to $900M project in Columbiana County
Mahoning Valley new-car sales dropped 20 percent in February
Mahoning Valley new-car sales dropped 20 percent in February
Board of Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County has special meeting Wednesday
Library board has special meeting Wednesday
Syrian forces capture rebel stronghold near Turkey
Syrian forces capture rebel stronghold near Turkey BEIRUT (AP) — The Syrian army has recaptured
Grant to provide science, technology, engineering and mathematics education
Grant to provide science, technology, engineering and mathematics education YOUNGSTOWN — An $8.4
Memorial funds established for Warren fire victims
Memorial funds established for Warren fire victims
Philly archdiocese’s ex-CFO charged in $900K theft
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Brookfield trustees cancel today's special meeting
Brookfield trustees cancel today's special meeting
Poll: NYC voters approve of NYPD’s job performance
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Man pleads not guilty in NYC terror pipe-bomb plot
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Soccer official: Speeding tickets hurt Ohio tourney
Soccer official: Speeding tickets hurt Ohio tourney
Casey Anthony’s defamation trial pushed back
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Ohio group wants fatal shooting probed as hate crime
Ohio group wants fatal shooting probed as hate crime
New Middletown officials to finanlize pacts in April with police, village workers
New Middletown officials to finalize pacts in April with police, village workers
Gingrich banks on wins in Alabama and Mississippi
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Youngstown Foundation donates $30,000 to Rayen Stadium fund
Youngstown Foundation donates $30,000 to Rayen Stadium fund YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Foundation
Leprechaun in Las Vegas to test crosswalk safety
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UK police arrest 6 in phone hacking investigation
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Taliban fire on Afghan officials at attack site
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Voting in Alabama, Mississippi could clarify race
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US retail sales rose 1.1 percent in February
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Ohio officer used stun gun on 9-year-old boy
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Toilet paper running low in NJ’s capital city
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Cattle Baron’s Ball organizers hope to rope in ACS supporters
BOARDMAN The sixth annual Cattle Baron’s Ball is being presented by The American Cancer Society on
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1956 will meet for brunch at 11 a.m. Thursday at Bedford
Police: Brother of mutilated boy targets homeless
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1 dead, 2 wounded in home invasion
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WV man to trial in deputy’s pursuit death in Pa.
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Home and School will sponsor dinner dance
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Penn St. trustees’ release critical of JoePa
Penn State trustees, faced with continued alumni and student criticism for firing football coach Joe Paterno, released a statement Monday intended to underscore their rationale for his ouster: “failure of leadership” for his actions following a reported sex assault involving former assistant Jerry Sandusky.
Family important for Mount Union coach Fuline
By Rob todor todor@vindy.Com CANFIELD There’s one constant source of inspiration for Mount
Foley: Drugs focus of murder probe
The investigation into the East Side weekend shooting that left one man dead and another man wounded continues with no arrest, but police believe they have the motive.
Hearing set in gun-theft case
A New Middletown man accused of stealing several guns from a Poland Township house will be back in Struthers Municipal Court for a preliminary hearing Friday.
Group gears up for new battle
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The organization that led the successful
Canfield’s Mangapora first team All-Ohio
Staff report Sabrina Mangapora, who led Canfield High’s girls basketball team to a district
McDonald BOE hires interim district treasurer
Staff report McDONALD The board of education Monday approved hiring Lori Simione, treasurer of
Former official files suit against Newton Falls
Staff report WARREN Harry J. Benetis, who served as Newton Falls village manager for nine hours
Dale Jr. and Biffle off to solid starts
By Reid Spencer NASCAR Wire Service LAS VEGAS By lap 56 of Sunday’s Kobalt Tools 400 at Las
US officials: Suspect in killings had head injury
Associated Press KANDAHAR, Afghanistan The soldier accused of killing 16 Afghan civilians, most
Birthdays
Birthdays Country singer Jan Howard is 82. Songwriter Mike Stoller is 79. Singer-songwriter Neil
Reverend recalls mother, daughters
Tragic deaths, such as the four people killed in a house fire March 3 on Austin Avenue Northwest, can leave us asking, “Why are we here?” The Rev. Darryl Rodgers told hundreds of mourners Monday.
Jonah Hill reworks cult-TV show ‘21 Jump Street’
By Rene Rodriguez McClatchy Newspapers MIAMI The idea of a movie spinoff of “21 Jump Street” —
A slicker season for YSU hoops, Slocum
There’s a scene in the movie “City Slickers” where Mitch (played by Billy Crystal) and Curly (Jack Palance) are alone in the desert and Mitch is making a bunch of jokes and Curly, finally fed up, says, “You make a lot of smart remarks at my expense, don’t you?”
Group wants students to withdraw
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown A community group plans to target the city
oddly enough
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It’s about health care, not sex
Opinion: More than plenty of opinion has been expressed about the revolting comments made recently by the
Talks with Taliban put women at risk
Opinion: By Mina Habib Institute for War & Peace Reporting KABUL, Afghanistan Rights groups are
Don’t take ‘Nigerian Taliban’ lightly
Opinion: By Morgan Roach Heritage Foundation Last summer, Boko Haram, a little-known Islamic insurgency
Child, driver killed in school bus crash
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS A school bus making its morning rounds slammed into a railroad
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, March 13, the 73rd day of 2012. There are 293 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Judge rejects request from Patriot, Warren
A Trumbull County judge rejected a request made by Patriot Water Treatment LLC and the city of Warren for a temporary restraining order against the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency.
Gas continues to rise
Gas continues to rise YOUNGSTOWN Gasoline prices in Ohio have risen for the fourth-straight week
Milder winter leads to savings for Valley engineer offices
Mahoning Valley governments are experiencing savings thanks to a relatively mild winter season, but some have to find a way to store a surplus of salt.
San Francisco 49ers to sign Moss
Associated Press SANTA CLARA, Calif. Randy Moss is getting another chance in the NFL. Moss
Yahoo sues Facebook over patents
Associated Press NEW YORK Yahoo is filing a lawsuit against Facebook over patents, following
Parents of gunman told of his death
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Cost is less to go than to stay
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty Although negotiations still continue, the
Women driving success of Pinterest website
Associated Press NEW YORK Oh, you pretty things. Just look at the mama giraffe nuzzling a baby
Massachusetts offers lessons
Opinion: By Jim Stergios and Joshua Archambault McClatchy-Tribune Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney
Slowly, but surely, change coming to the public sector
Editorial: Advocates for change in the way the public sector in the Mahoning Valley conducts the peoples’
Parents set up experiments
Students at Hilltop Elementary are spending the week playing with science.
Tournament means extra long timeouts
Associated Press Cincinnati power forward Yancy Gates didn’t even notice that he had a lot more
Voter ID legislation wrong
Opinion: Winston-Salem (N.C.) Journal: Voter suppression, typically aimed at racial and ethnic minorities,
newsmakers
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Israeli plans for Iran go back years
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Texas, where the South by Southwest film festival is under way, has been the setting for many
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Funding OK’d to improve spillway
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Protect water before anything else
Opinion: Protect water before anything else Present Ohio law does not adequately protect clean water
Awards presented for St. Pat’s parade
Staff report BOARDMAN The 34th annual Mahoning Valley St. Patrick’s Day Parade, said to be the
Republican candidates court Southern voters
Associated Press BILOXI, Miss. Republican presidential contenders and their super PAC supporters
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., clothing giveaway, 9 to 1 p.m.
Sunshine Week report released
Staff report COLUMBUS Only 60 percent of Ohio cities responded promptly to a recent request for
Rare movie posters expected to fetch $250M at auction Gold from the Golden Age
By JOANN LOVIGLIO Associated Press PHILADELPHIA A rowdy band of blood- suckers, gunslingers,
jacquavis k. Williams trial Opening statements to begin today
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Opening statements will begin at 9 a.m. today in Trumbull
Boardman officials mull rental fees
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN Township officials made it known Monday that
Iran snubs Oscar winner
By NASSER KARIMI Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran Iranian authorities canceled a ceremony Monday
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Ellsworth Township trustees, 7 p.m., Town Hall. Western Reserve Joint Fire
Monday, March 12 (74 stories)
Negotiations continue to consolidate Liberty dispatching with Trumbull County 911
Negotiations continue to consolidate Liberty dispatching with Trumbull County 911
Judge denies Patriot Water, city of Warren restraining order against OEPA
Judge denies Patriot Water, city of Warren restraining order against OEPA
Obama re-election movie to be shown
Obama re-election movie to be shown youngstown “The Road We’ve Traveled,” a documentary about
Police: child, driver die in Ind. school bus crash
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Police: ex-Md. student reported rampage threat
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Gasoline prices rise again
Gasoline prices rise again YOUNGSTOWN Gasoline prices in Ohio have risen for the fourth straight
AP source: Afghan shooter was from Stryker brigade
AP source: Afghan shooter was from Stryker brigade SEATTLE (AP) — The U.S. soldier suspected of
‘Millennium bomber’ sentence overturned
‘Millennium bomber’ sentence overturned SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A federal appeals court overturned
Feds take over case of SUV on Philadelphia runway
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Children injured in Wash. school bus rollover
Children injured in Wash. school bus rollover QUINCY, Wash. (AP) — The Washington State Patrol
We Are Ohio to fight right-to-work issue
We Are Ohio to fight right-to-work issue YOUNGSTOWN — We Are Ohio, the group that led the
Steve Harvey to host new TV show in Chicago
Steve Harvey to host new TV show in Chicago CHICAGO (AP) — Steve Harvey is going to star in his
Israel premier: Wider offensive if attacks persist
Israel premier: Wider offensive if attacks persist JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel’s premier says his
Sandusky hearing to address pretrial info release
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US stocks edge higher as Europe nears final Greece deal
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Activists: Civilians ‘massacred’ in central Syria
Activists: Civilians ‘massacred’ in central Syria BEIRUT (AP) — Syrian activists said today that
New Israeli airstrikes kill 3 in Gaza
New Israeli airstrikes kill 3 in Gaza GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli airstrikes killed two
Taliban vow revenge for Afghans killed by American
Taliban vow revenge for Afghans killed by American KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — The Taliban vowed
Police: 1 kid, driver die in Ind. school bus crash
Police: 1 kid, driver die in Ind. school bus crash INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis police say a
WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS St. Mary’s Assumption Social Center, 356 S. Belle Vista Ave., Youngstown, is seeking
Wrangler has designs on KSU student’s work
KENT Shannon Gallagher, in her fifth year studying fashion merchandising at Kent State University,
Pa. Gov. Corbett preps for overseas trade mission
Pa. Gov. Corbett preps for overseas trade mission HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Gov. Tom Corbett will
Biden at St. Pat’s parade in Pittsburgh for Obama
Biden at St. Pat’s parade in Pittsburgh for Obama PITTSBURGH (AP) — Vice President Joe Biden is
Komodo dragon dies in surgery at Pittsburgh zoo
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Farm will present upcycling class
Farm will present upcycling class MERCER, PA. Munnell Run Farm will present a Trash to Treasure:
Kentucky — despite loss — overall No. 1 seed
Kentucky, Syracuse and North Carolina tried to manufacture some chaos before the brackets came out. Like a group of 7-foot centers roaming the middle, the members of the NCAA selection committee simply swatted all that noise away.
Probe into shooting
Police are continuing to investigate a shooting that left one man dead and another injured. As of Sunday night, no arrest had been made.
Niles schools still face financial difficulty despite passage of levy
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES Voter approval of a renewal school levy last Tuesday has
Investor is on a mission for justice
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com CLEVELAND More than a year before the public had heard of Kevin
Kasich to pitch policy reforms
Gov. John Kasich is likely to propose a new tax structure for Ohio’s banks that would provide relief for community banks but close loopholes for larger financial institutions, sources tell The Dispatch.
Correia sharp but Pirates fall to Rays
Associated Press PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. The Tampa Bay Rays have taken a conservative approach when
Kyrie Irving leads Cavs past Houston
Associated Press cleveland Kyrie Irving sees everything on the court — while also keeping an eye
Indians’ split squads both lose
Associated Press TEMPE, Ariz. The Los Angeles Angels’ potent offense could be getting even
Steelers to play basketball in Poland
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND The Pittsburgh Steelers have proved they can be
GOP candidates vie for delegates in Deep South
Associated Press BIRMINGHAM, Ala. Republican presidential hopeful Rick Santorum on Sunday nudged
KEEN on GREEN
Ursuline High School students march during the 34th Annual St. Patrick’s Day parade in Boardman. The number of spectators and participants far exceeded that of the last few years, thanks largely to Sunday’s ideal weather.
Andrew Moran, 5, of Boardman snacks on cotton candy during Sunday’s St. Patrick’s Day
Andrew Moran, 5, of Boardman snacks on cotton candy during Sunday’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, which
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Stambaugh Charter Academy Board of Directors, 5 p.m., 2420 Donald Ave., Youngstown.
Obama gives tourism boost
Opinion: By Roger Dow McClatchy-Tribune WASHINGTON President Obama’s decision to speed-up visa
Attack on Iran problematic
Opinion: By Bruce Ackerman Los Angeles Times Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to
The great debate over oil prices and who is to blame
Editorial: The debate between economists and politicians over whether a president can control gasoline prices
Young wrestlers get a taste of big time at Covelli
“I think I’m ready for this,” said Alex Mackall, 14, an Austintown Middle School eighth-grader, as he jumped in place while anxiously awaiting his match for the state championship in his 108-pound weight class at the Covelli Centre on Sunday evening.
Stewart smokes ’em in Las Vegas
By Reid Spencer NASCAR Wire Service LAS VEGAS Tony Stewart scratched another racetrack off the
Youngstown police probe West Side shooting
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police were called to North Lakeview Avenue on the city’s West Side
Washington, Seton Hall are top seeds for NIT
Associated Press NEW YORK Washington and Seton Hall are No. 1 seeds in the NIT after they were
Obama’s Afghanistan problem gets worse
By ANNE FLAHERTY and LOLITA C. BALDOR Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama has a
Senators back for second act
Associated Press WASHINGTON Call ’em the comeback crew. Republican Sen. Dan Coats of Indiana
Keep postal center in Youngstown
Opinion: Keep postal center in Youngstown I am saddened to see the loss of these jobs at our postal
Japan pauses at time of 2011 quake
Associated Press RIKUZENTAKATA, Japan For 70-year-old Toshiko Murakami, memories of the
Holder’s death-by-drone rules
Opinion: Holder’s death-by-drone rules Los Angeles Times: Not too many debates were settled last week when
Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times CAIRO An Egyptian military tribunal Sunday acquitted an army doctor of giving
Rose wins at Doral; Tiger exits
Associated Press DORAL, Fla. On a day of endless drama at Doral, Justin Rose won his first World
Court plans move from Boardman Plaza
Staff report BOARDMAN Mahoning County Area Court No. 2 will be moving from Boardman Plaza to
Info requests flood government
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration couldn’t keep pace with the increasing
Experts: Memories of ’08 keep many from investing
The headlines say the financial crisis is behind us. The Dow is back to pre- financial crisis levels. Layoffs are the slowest since the financial crisis, and car sales the highest since the financial crisis.
Associated Press
Associated Press LOS ANGELES NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory has landed robotic explorers on
Health-care law is a trek, not a sprint
Associated Press WASHINGTON It took only a year to set up Medicare. But if President Barack
Penguins beat Bruins for 9th straight win
Associated Press PITTSBURGH James Neal saw the puck roll to the corner and sprinted to dig it
US security could be harmed
Opinion: By Amy Ridenour McClatchy-Tribune WASHINGTON President Obama’s willingness to sacrifice
President ignoring the law
Opinion: WASHINGTON Two policies of the Obama administration illustrate an axiom: As government expands,
Associated Press
Associated Press WOODS CROSS, Utah A Utah man persuaded his son to surrender to authorities
Rock guitarist dies after performance
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A guitarist for a rock band was stricken
Swiss voters reject 6 weeks’ vacation
Swiss voters reject 6 weeks’ vacation BERN, Switzerland Who turns down a long vacation? Known
Green Bay topples Detroit to win Horizon
Associated Press GREEN BAY, Wis. Julie Wojta came through with a performance No. 10 Wisconsin-
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Niles schools brace for another fiscal crisis
Niles schools brace for another fiscal crisis NILES Voter approval of a renewal school levy last
Boardman court to move in April
Boardman court to move in April BOARDMAN Mahoning County Area Court No. 2 will be moving from
SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Auxiliary Seniors will meet at 1 p.m. Tuesday at St. Nicholas Church in the Great Hall on 5th
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, Walking Club at
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Gospel Easter event planned for kids 3 to 12
Gospel Easter event planned for kids 3 to 12 YOUNGSTOWN McGuffey Centre, along with area
MASONIC GROUPS
MONDAY LB Circle, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Eat’n Park. Louise
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Hitchcock Woods will meet for yoga with Kathleen Giblin at 6:30 p.m. at the Boardman
YSO to present concert for kids
YOUNGSTOWN The Women’s Committee for Children’s Concerts are wrapping up plans for the young
FEDERATED CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Fortnightly IV will meet at the Canfield Historical Society. Hostess is Barb Geller, and
Mr., Mrs. Evans mark 67th year of their marriage
PONTE VEDRA, FLA. Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Evans of Ponte Vedra, Fla., formerly of Warren, recently
Haineses’ 50th is celebrated by friends, family
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Haines of Mecca received a surprise last night for their 50th wedding
Pedalines to mark 68th anniversary at birthday party
YOUNGSTOWN Carl and Madelyn Pedaline of Youngstown will observe their 68th wedding anniversary at
Mr., Mrs. Danks and family mark 50th anniversary
CANTON Frank and Joyce Danks of Canton celebrated the 50th anniversary of their wedding, which
Pittsburgh couple plan to marry at St. Columba’s
BOARDMAN The wedding of Ryan James Mistovich and Huanan Li, both of Pittsburgh, will take place
Erica Antonucci, Jeffrey Kempe plan May nuptials
BOARDMAN Richard and Jennifer Antonucci are announcing the engagement and coming marriage of
Disaster-preparedness drill at CCCTC
Columbiana County agencies and health-care providers will have a drill from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Monday at Columbiana County Career and Technical Center, 9364 state Route 45, to test the disaster preparedness of the county’s alternate-care sites.
Program about bluebirds Saturday at McKeever
McKeever Environmental Learning Center, 55 McKeever Lane, and the Bluebird Society of Pennsylvania will have a program about bluebirds from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday.
Free training on emergencies involving hybrid cars
Area police, fire and other rescue personnel are invited to a free training session at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday offered by Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC on how to respond to hybrid vehicles in emergency situations.
Jacubec’s hot start lifts ’Cats past ’Dogs
Jacubec’s hot start lifts ’Cats past ’Dogs By Joe scalzo scalzo@vindy.com boardman Struthers
Couple’s plight illustrates Youngstown's demolition disarray
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Drive down almost any residential street in
Phantoms rally but fall to Nationals in OT
Staff report Ann Arbor, Mich. The Youngstown Phantoms battled back from 2-1 and 3-2 deficits
Local anti-Limbaugh effort gets 2,743 signatures; national figures join fray
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The petition being circulated by state Rep. Robert F. Hagan of
Teen Sports League games teach more than basketball
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Every weekend, the gymnasium at the
Harding ousts Green in OT
Rashid Gaston’s last-second shot sends Warren to the regional By Matthew Peaslee
Panera Bread steps up to sponsor PBA
A few changes have surfaced surrounding the PBA Hubbard Open, which will return for a second
Former Vindicator spelling bee contestants keep it in the f-a-m-i-l-y
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Berlin center Spelling just comes naturally to Taylor
Did texting controversy play role in Gains’ win?
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Prosecutor Jay Macejko’s close-but-
Mahoning Valley school districts prepare for changes
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com BOARDMAN The state plans more changes for the upcoming
Riding with … Dave Blaney
Friday: The Hartford native turned a fast lap of 183.949 and qualified in 38th position for today’s Kobalt Tools 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Irish pub begins celebration
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Donating to and seeing children at St. Jude
Lawrence United Way exceeds goal
Staff report NEW CASTLE, PA. The United Way of Lawrence County raised $425,000 during its 2011
An inside look at drilling
Pete Kenworthy, manager of media relations for Chesapeake Energy Corp., holds two jars of water. The first, on the left, contains produced water from the fracking process. The jar on the right contains treated water that will be reused at another well.
Redskins’ QB ‘search over’ after trade with Rams
Associated Press Washington Washington Redskins receiver Anthony Armstrong, who hopes to be
Watching Top 5 and Texas gas
Opinion: Monday will be the second offering of a new feature we debuted last Monday — The Top 5 Most Wanted.
Harlem churches see gospel-tourism boom
Associated Press NEW YORK The stern warning issued from the pulpit was directed at the tourists
One year after tsunami, distrust lingers in Japan
Los Angeles Times TOKYO Veteran fish seller Yoshito Shimada is under siege. At a grocery store
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, March 11, the 71st day of 2012. There are 295 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Add cassette player to a new car stereo
Q. I bought a brand-new car that I love, except that it does not have a cassette player. It has a
More diners order water at restaurants
Sun Sentinel FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. Watching their wallets and waistlines, Americans are ordering
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY NEW COMPLAINTS Cavalry SPV I LLC v. Adam Felger, money. Portfolio
Ask Mr. Know It All
Q. I have been reading letters my grandfather sent to my grandmother while he was away on business.
u.s. veterans From war zones to job market
McClatchy Newspapers RALEIGH, N.C. His job in the military brought New York native Joseph
birthdays
birthdays Singer-keyboardist Mark Stein of Vanilla Fudge is 65. Singer Bobby McFerrin is 62.
Shine up your vehicle’s hazy headlights
As people keep their cars longer, oxidation of commonly used plastic headlight lenses is an
AN AWAKENING
San Jose Mercury News SAN JOSE, Calif. In another sign of an improving economy, residential
Adults should stay the course — no matter what
McClatchy Newspapers Q. Our 8-year-old son was caught stealing from the teacher’s prize box at
Hitting pay dirt
Slippery Rock company finds success in its field By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com SLIPPERY
Years Ago
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Buckeyes bounce Wolverines
Jared Sullinger scores 24 points to help advance Ohio State to Big Ten title contest Associated
Ohio topples Akron for MAC tourney title
Associated Press cleveland D.J. Cooper scored 23 points and Ohio had to nervously wait through a
Supporting cast carries ‘Hedda Gabler’ at KSU
By Stephanie Ottey entertainment@vindy.com Champion Henrik Ibsen, known for authoring “A
SCOPE is as open as it has to be
Opinion: SCOPE is as open as it has to be The front page article, “SCOPE’s business is none of your
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending March 3
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Lone Wolf” by Jodi Picoult (Atria) 2. “Victims” by Jonathan Kellerman
Union leaders seek to mend pipeline rift
Associated Press WASHINGTON Unions may be united in working to re-elect President Barack Obama,
No reason for Gains to celebrate
Opinion: It isn’t just the sliver of his margin of victory in Tuesday’s Democratic primary that should keep
Orioles’ Reimold is OK after taking a pitch to the jaw
McClatchy Newspapers PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. The cracking sound of a mid-90s fastball hitting the
Edwards hoping for real wins
Associated Press Las vegas Asked about not winning a race in a year, Carl Edwards had a quick
METRO DIGEST || East Side killing
East Side killing YOUNGSTOWN A 34-year-old man was killed and a 25-year-old man was
Fourth-grader earns spot at recital
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Ten-year-old violinist Corey Sharp of
record reviews
BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN Album: “Wrecking Ball” Grade: A Bruce Springsteen talks about how he wrote
“Harry’s Law” (8 p.m., nbc): “Harry’s Law,” David E.
“Harry’s Law” (8 p.m., nbc): “Harry’s Law,” David E. Kelly’s offbeat legal drama, moves to a new
Recipient of little girl’s gift holds ... A special place in her heart
By SEAN BARRON Special to The Vindicator BOARDMAN Five-year-old Giuliana Ricchiuti of Poland
Living with Children
Living with Children By John Rosemond (MCT) Q: Our 8-year-old son was caught stealing from the
Pop culture Q&A
Pop culture Q&A By Rich Heldenfels Q. Has the TV show “Bones” on Fox been canceled? Has it aired
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Boardman Township trustees, 5:30 p.m., Boardman Township Government Center, 8299
Cheese and loathing in suburbia
Editor’s note: The author is a Youngstown-based comedian. He is headlining a free show at Belleria
Browns shift on QB search
By MARY KAY CABOT The Plain Dealer CLEVELAND The Browns offered at least their No. 4 and No.
Unemployment-fraud cases double
Associated Press DAYTON The number of fraudulent claims for unemployment-insurance benefits and
Crosby’s return remains on hold
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Sidney Crosby’s comeback — version 2.0 — could come on Broadway.
Syria launches assault on opposition
Syria launches assault on opposition BEIRUT Syria launched a long- anticipated assault to crush
Penguins vs. BRUINS
Penguins vs. BRUINS When: Today at 12:30 p.m. Where: Consol Energy Center, Pittsburgh
Watson maintains Doral lead
McNeill has one-stroke advantage in Puerto Rico Open Associated Press DORAL, FLA. Bubba Watson
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v St. Patrick’s Day Parade, 1 p.m.: Annual holiday brouhaha on
Planning summer travel in winter? It’s not so crazy
Associated Press NEW YORK Hoping to get a good deal on summer travel? Start planning now. The
Santorum wins Kansas; Romney takes Wyoming
Associated Press WASHINGTON Rick Santorum won the Kansas caucuses in a rout Saturday, and
Choo’s extra-base hits not enough for Indians
Associated Press GOODYEAR, ARIZ. Dustin Moseley was told to lighten up for a change. He did, and
Stenhouse captures Nationwide race
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Defending Nationwide champion Ricky Stenhouse Jr. led the final 54
Pirates unable to feed off Bedard’s outing
Associated Press BRADENTON, Fla. Erik Bedard’s attitude was the same even though his line was
Pitt shooter called gifted, troubled
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The man who police say fatally shot a medical worker and wounded
‘The Altos’ at TNT hits hilarious notes
By Lorraine Wardle entertainment@vindy.com niles If you’ve been missing “The Sopranos,” you’re
Manning watch moves to the desert
Associated Press TEMPE, Ariz. The Peyton Manning stakeout moved to Arizona on Saturday, even
Spartans advance to face Buckeyes
Associated Press Indianapolis Michigan State’s Draymond Green didn’t let go of the
AUNDRE SCRUTCHEN
AUNDRE SCRUTCHEN accussed of AGGravated ROBBERY Felony 1 Height: 6’1” Weight: 185 Hair:
Poetry readings set at Pig Iron Press
Poetry readings set at Pig Iron Press YOUNGSTOWN Pig Iron Literary & Art Works will have its 2nd
CAREER PATHS | LIMELIGHT
MORTUARY SCIENCE Matthew J. Nuzzi recently completed his internship in mortuary science at Tobias
A week devoted to sunshine
Editorial: A week devoted to sunshine Today is the beginning of day- light-saving time, that day on which we
Kasich tax proposal could save $500M
Associated Press COLUMBUS The new tax structure set to be proposed by Ohio Gov. John Kasich
BUSINESS DIGEST || Chamber meeting
Chamber meeting YOUNGSTOWN Mark Kvamme, president and interim chief investment officer for
Board should let sunshine in on Trumbull County SCOPE
Editorial: At a time when taxpayers Demand transparency and accountability from governments and other entities
To see is to believe
Opinion: “Seeing is believing” is an ancient idiom. It teaches that a dispute can often be resolved by
birthdays
birthdays Actress Barbara Feldon (“Get Smart”) is 79. Singer Al Jarreau is 72. Singer-actress Liza
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Today's Pre-St. Paddy's Day event raises money for kids with cancer
Donating to and seeing children at St. Jude Children’s Hospital opened Chelsy Skalada’s eyes — and motivated her to give up all of her hair.
Local Limbaugh petition nears goal; vets, femiinists call for FCC removal
The petition being circulated by state Rep. Robert F. Hagan of Youngstown, D-60th, to have conservative talk-show host Rush Limbaugh removed from Youngstown radio had garnered 2,743 signatures as of Saturday night.
East Side shooting kills 1, injures another
A 34-year-old man was killed and a 25-year-old man was hospitalized after a double shooting around 11 a.m. Saturday in the 100 block of North Lane Ave. Dead is Damon Hodges, who city police found inside his home. The other man, who police said called 911 for help, was found on the back porch of an neighboring house.
Warren Harding wins in OT
Warren Harding wins in OT Rashid Gaston’s buzzer-beater from underneath gave the Warren Harding
Syria launches assault to crush opposition, rejects U.N. intervention
Syria launched a long-anticipated assault to crush the opposition in the rebellious north today, bombarding its main city with tank shells from all sides and clashing with rebel fighters struggling to hold back an invasion.
Struthers ousts Poland
Struthers ousts Poland The Struthers High boys basketball team held off a late rally by Poland to
Romney wins Wyoming, Santorum takes Kansas
Mitt Romney has won the Republican presidential delegate vote at Wyoming's county conventions. That adds to his advantage in the party's race for the nomination.
Another Canadian skier dead after World Cup race crash
A Canadian racer died in a World Cup skicross event Saturday, tumbling through safety nets in what ski authorities called a "freak accident." It was the second death in less than two months of a freestyle skier from Canada.
Spring ahead tonight
Spring doesn't come officially for another 10 days, but daylight savings time starts at 2 a.m. Sunday, pushing the hour hand ahead to 3 a.m. So don't forget to set your clocks before going to bed tonight.
Karla Harvey, Robert Sovesky to marry in July
Karla Harvey of Masury and Robert Sovesky of Sharon are announcing their engagement and plans for a
Parents reveal Murphy-Herron wedding plans
GAHANNA, OHIO Dennis and Ellen Murphy are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Mary Blair
Miss Chandler, Mr. Wilson to marry in August
LIBERTY Cherilyn Hubbard-Chandler of Liberty is announcing the engagement of her daughter, Lacey
August wedding for Lauren Mozzy and Mr. Walton
YOUNGSTOWN The parents of Lauren Mozzy of Columbus are announcing the engagement of their daughter
SOCIETY DIGEST || Goodwill, Girl Scouts promote good turns
Goodwill, Girl Scouts promote good turns YOUNGSTOWN Goodwill and the Girl Scouts are teaming up
Cash mob next Saturday at thrift shop to help animals
The Animal Welfare League’s Menagerie Thrift & Gift Shoppe is the next business chosen for the Mahoning Valley Cash Mob.
Restoring Rayen tradition
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Daveon Harris says the East High School
Emotional second half fuels Springfield to regional
Emotional second half fuels Springfield to regional By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com
YSU may offer new master’s degree
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown A new master’s degree at Youngstown State
Berkshire defense badgers Newton Falls
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com howland The first few seconds of his post-high school career
Valley Cash Mob to assist Animal Welfare League
Staff report Howland The Animal Welfare League’s Menagerie Thrift & Gift Shoppe is the next
Phantoms fall to Ice but clinch 1st playoff berth
Staff report INDIANAPOLIS Despite Friday’s 5-2 loss to the Indiana Ice, the Youngstown Phantoms
Group seeks to renovate Niles stadium
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES The head of the citizens committee trying to raise funds
JFK rallies but comes up short
By john bassetti bassetti@vindy.com WARREN It was another Windham-Warren JFK showdown and
Austintown students driven to distraction
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown A driving simulator put Austintown Fitch
Wellsville can’t rally vs. Mogadore
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com Struthers No matter how clich it may sound, the Mogadore
Poland farmers market location OK’d
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND The Poland Library and surrounding area has
Mt. Union stunned at buzzer by Illinois Wesleyan
Staff report ALLIANCE Olivia Lett hit a shot at the buzzer to give Illinois Wesleyan a 70-69 win
Jury pool assembles for Agee trial in slaying of man leaving church
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Court proceedings are under way in a
Ohio’s new system targets those who kill, hurt cops
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Gov. John Kasich signed into law a bill creating a new
State confirms what we knew about Youngstown quakes
This ODNR report says a number of coincidental circumstances make a compelling argument to tie the recent Youngstown-area earthquakes to the Northstar 1 injection well pictured above.
Submit info for Holy Week, Easter
Submit info for Holy Week, Easter The Vindicator will run a listing of area services that are open
METRO DIGEST || Holiday parade is Sunday
Holiday parade BOARDMAN The 34th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade will step off at 1 p.m.
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Today is Saturday, March 10, the 70th day of 2012. There are 296 days left in the year. Daylight-
Youngstown firefighters called to vacant-house fire
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Firefighters were at the scene of a vacant-house fire at 1231 Hill
Greece secures biggest debt deal in history
Associated Press ATHENS, Greece Greece’s private creditors agreed Friday to take cents on the
There’s no quit in GOP candidates
Opinion: Poor Mitt Romney. He won six of 10 states on Super Tuesday, including hotly contested Ohio. He
Brine wells pumped $1.5M into Ohio coffers in ’11
Ohio made nearly $1.5 million off brine- injection wells during 2011, thanks to 12 million barrels of brine disposed of in the state’s 177 injection wells.
Putin’s election as president doesn’t bode well for Russia
Editorial: The natural reaction to Vladimir Putin’s recent election as president of Russia would be, “He’s
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 22.22 .19 Avalon
US added 227,000 jobs in February
Associated Press WASHINGTON The United States added 227,000 jobs in February, the latest display
news shows
news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Sens. Chuck Schumer,
N. Korea reaches out with orchestra
Associated Press PYONGYANG, North Korea A premier North Korean orchestra headed to Paris on
Mission team awed by spirit of Russian orphans
There is something magical about Russia in winter. Russians don’t complain about or hide from the
birthdays
birthdays Talk-show host Ralph Emery is 79. Singer Dean Torrence of Jan and Dean is 72. Actor
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Godspell,” 7 p.m.: Uplifting musical at South Range High School,
Seriously funny: Comics get real
By MATT MOORE Associated Press PHILADELPHIA There are wedding bells in Riverdale, but it’s not
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Scott A. Baldwin, 41, of 1983 state Route 956,
No entry without shoes, shirt
Opinion: COLUMBUS It’s funny how quickly things come together after an election. In about the time it
Bazetta residents escape house fire
Staff report BAZETTA Four fire departments responded to a house fire at 325 state Route 305
Wisconsin tops Indiana in Big Ten quarterfinals
Associated Press indianapolis Rob Wilson spent his first four seasons at Wisconsin trying to fit
Facebook ‘friend’ offer exposes bigamy
Facebook ‘friend’ offer exposes bigamy SEATTLE Facebook’s automatic efforts to connect users
Police: Pitt gunman might have sought other victims
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A gunman who killed a worker and shot several other people at a
Union, RTI approve 6-year labor contract
Staff report NILES United Steelworkers of America Local 2155 and RTI International Metals have
Ex-UN chief Annan tries peace talks in Syria
Los Angeles Times BEIRUT Former United Nations chief Kofi Annan is scheduled to be in Syria
Rep. Johnson supports Romney
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com NORTH JACKSON When he looks at the four Republicans
Wheldon death still looms at LVMS
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Between preparing the car and turning practice laps for this
Gas well casings fail
Opinion: The Inter-Mountain, Elkins, W.Va.: Gas wells into the Marcellus and Utica shale formations drive
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments this week against these people: Damond Waller,
GOP chairman says he was pressured
Associated Press COLUMBUS A Republican Party chairman in a Northeast Ohio county alleges the
Pens extend streak to eight
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Steve Sullivan scored the tying goal in the third period, and James
Man to be arraigned on burglary charges
Staff report WARREN Dominique S. Scrivens, 19, of Heather Lane Northwest, will be arraigned
Indians, Lowe are battered by Brewers
Associated Press PHOENIX Randy Wolf didn’t yield a hit, but the Milwaukee left-hander was a tad
Baltimore Life office
Baltimore Life office Niles The Baltimore Life Insurance Co. has opened a sales office in Niles.
Regulators won’t inspect scene of clinic shooting
Associated Press PITTSBURGH State regulatory agencies said they will rely on a police
Romney’s wins leave leaders unimpressed
Associated Press WASHINGTON Mitt Romney’s Super Tuesday victories elicited a collective yawn
Verdict caps corruption probe
Associated Press CLEVELAND A former county commissioner and Democratic official was convicted
Task forces raid house, arrest four men
Staff report WARREN Police charged a Starlite Drive Northwest man with drug trafficking and
Kahne sets track record to win the pole for Sunday
Associated Press LAS VEGAS The track records fell like coins from a winning slot machine.
The Limbaugh lesson
Opinion: By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK It isn’t what you say that counts, but who you
Fannie, Freddie CEO pay capped
Associated Press WASHINGTON The government says it will cap pay for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
Valley jobless rate drops 2% from 2011
By Chelsea Miller cmiller@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN There is some good news for workers in the
AN INSPIRATION
AN INSPIRATION My hand clutched the torn piece of paper containing the quickly scribbled note, and
Wednesday Lent sessions feature various speakers
Staff report mineral ridge First Presbyterian Church, 3654 Main St., is hosting special
newsmakers
newsmakers Britney Spears near signing with ‘X Factor’ LOS ANGELES Looks like Simon Cowell has
Dorrien to speak at Schaff lectures
Staff report youngstown Dr. Gary Dorrien, the Reinhold Niebuhr professor of social ethics at
Eddie Murphy falls flat in new comedy film Thousand words, FEW LAUGHS
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service Eddie Murphy finds inner peace — but precious few
EDUCATION DIGEST || GED testing offered
GED testing offered Youngstown Official two-day GED testing sponsored by Choffin Career and
bridge Weekly quiz
bridge Weekly quiz Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: xK J 9 3 u6 2 v10 7 3 wA Q 6 2 The
Akron gets best of Kent again
Associated Press CLEVELAND Michael Porrini covered his face and cried. There was no place to
Pirates beat Boston in night game
Associated Press FORT MYERS, Fla. Andrew McCutchen had two RBI doubles and also singled in three
Cavaliers snap Thunder’s streak
Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY Antawn Jamison scored 21 points and Kyrie Irving orchestrated a
Eagle gives Watson 62 at Doral
Associated Press DORAL, Fla. Bubba Watson and Justin Rose put on an amazing show of birdies in
The Buckeyes advance
Sullinger leads Ohio State past Purdue; Buckeyes to face Michigan today in semifinals Associated
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Cavaliers snap Thunder home win streak
Cavaliers snap Thunder home win streak OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Antawn Jamison scored 21 points and
Penguins make it 8 straight
Penguins make it 8 straight PITTSBURGH (AP) — Steve Sullivan scored the tying goal in the third
Phantoms clinch playoff berth
Phantoms clinch playoff berth Staff report INDIANAPOLIS Despite Friday’s 5-2 loss to the
Aging gorilla at Erie zoo now has bunny companion
An elderly gorilla that lives at a Pennsylvania zoo has a new companion: a bunny named Panda. The Erie Zoo's gorilla, Samantha, has been without a full-time friend since the death of Rudy, a male gorilla, in 2005.
Rep. Johnson visits DDi Corp. in North Jackson
Rep. Johnson visits DDi Corp. in North Jackson When he looks at the four Republicans running for
Hiker missing for near-month found alive with her cat
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A woman who had been missing for nearly a month has been found alive in New Mexico’s Gila National Forest.
Fla. law 1st to randomly drug-test state workers
Fla. law 1st to randomly drug-test state workers TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida lawmakers have
Detroit boy, 14, to face trial in mother’s slaying
Detroit boy, 14, to face trial in mother’s slaying DETROIT (AP) — A 14-year-old Detroit boy will
Corrections firm offers states cash for prisons
Corrections firm offers states cash for prisons ATLANTA (AP) — The nation’s largest private prison
Poland Riverside Cemetery sets deadline for cleanup
Poland Riverside Cemetery sets deadline for cleanup
Last crewmember’s body found after chopper crash
Last crewmember’s body found after chopper crash MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — U.S. Coast Guard officials
Gloria Allred calls for Limbaugh to be sued for defamation
Allred calls for Limbaugh to be sued for defamation
Bank of America to reduce loans for homeowners
Bank of America to reduce loans for homeowners NEW YORK (AP) — Bank of America is providing
SC lieutenant governor resigns amid criminal probe
SC lieutenant governor resigns amid criminal probe COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina’s
UPDATED: State blames quakes on well; Hagan wants D&L closed
A dozen Youngstown earthquakes were almost certainly induced by injection of gas-drilling wastewater into the earth, state regulators said Friday as they announced a series of new rules for drillers.
Memorial concert in Pa. planned for Monkees Davy Jones
Memorial concert in Pa. planned for Monkees Davy Jones
Romney faces question about possible VP picks
Romney faces question about possible VP picks JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Mitt Romney may still be
Today is deadline to pay 1st-half 2011 Mahoning County real-estate taxes
Today is tax payment deadline
Struthers, Poland fire crews team up to help injured men
The funds will help defray costs the families will incur for the prolonged recovery period of the men at Pittsburgh Mercy Health System.
Driver in Ohio fatal wrong-way crash had just left work
Driver in Ohio fatal wrong-way crash had just left work
Facebook ‘friend’ offer exposes man’s other wife
Facebook ‘friend’ offer exposes man’s other wife TACOMA, Wash. (AP) — A Washington state
Afghanistan, US sign deal on prison handover
Afghanistan, US sign deal on prison handover KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — The U.S. military signed a
Survey ranks Google highly despite privacy fears
Survey ranks Google highly despite privacy fears SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Google is almost everyone’s
Ex-Detroit lawyer loses case over ‘ghetto’ remark
Ex-Detroit lawyer loses case over ‘ghetto’ remark DETROIT (AP) — A former top lawyer for the city
Cincy to sell historic music hall to private group
Cincy to sell historic music hall to private group
Ohio schools could see a drop in their state ratings
Ohio schools could see a drop in their state ratings
NYPD docs: ‘Focus’ scrutiny on Muslim Americans
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Police Department kept secret files on businesses owned by second- and third-generation Americans specifically because they were Muslims, according to newly obtained documents that spell out in the clearest terms yet that police were monitoring people based on religion.
Shoes must now be worn by Ohio Statehouse visitors
Shoes must now be worn by Ohio Statehouse visitors
Reminder: Groundbreaking ceremony at 1 p.m. today at Rayen Stadium
Reminder: Groundbreaking ceremony at 1 p.m. today at Rayen Stadium
Economy adds 227K jobs, jobless rate unchanged
Economy adds 227K jobs, jobless rate unchanged WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. employers added 227,000 jobs
Pitt clinic shooting fatality ID’d as staff member
Pitt clinic shooting fatality ID’d as staff member PITTSBURGH (AP) — The medical examiner says a
Pitt shooter had no ID, fingerprints yield nothing
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Woman who faked cancer to avoid jail sentenced
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CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS NARFE Chapter 14 will have a luncheon meeting at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Saxon Club,
About $275K from $2.3M heist recovered
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FISH DINNERS | Where to go
Places to get fish dinners during Lent in the Mahoning Valley. A more complete list of fish fries and other food sales appears Wednesdays in Valley Food and on Vindy.com.
Home Savings to aid animals with bake sale today, Saturday
Home Savings and Loan branches throughout Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties will have a bake sale today and Saturday to benefit Mahoning County Animal Charity and Humane Society of Columbiana County.
Only 45% of Americans 2 or older have had dental care in the last year
The United States is in the midst of a major dental crisis. There are 130 million Americans who have no dental insurance.
Former judge Cronin set free
Maureen A. Cronin, a former Mahoning County judge, will be on supervised release for three years after serving her time in a prison camp at the Federal Correctional Institution in Greenville, Ill.
Hike in Mahoning County bed tax in limbo
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN A proposed increase in Mahoning County’s
Jacubec, Carlson, Mangapora, Aldridge players of year
Four players who led their teams to a berth in the district championship game or an unbeaten season highlight the area selections to the Associated Press’ Northeast Inland District basketball team.
Kokrak says better putting performance is key
Jason Kokrak says a better putting performance is the key
Paige, Fletcher indicted in killing over electricity theft
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County grand jury has indicted Michael Paige, 20, and his
Youngstown, Mahoning County test merging of services
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city and Mahoning County approved a
Lisbon woman burned trying to rescue paraplegic son awarded $5.25M
Staff report LISBON A jury has awarded $5.25 million to a woman who was severely burned in a
Indians counting on newly acquired Kotchman
Indians are counting on newly acquired Casey Kotchman to be a defensive strength at first base.
Kent State wins to set up rematch with rival Akron
Associated Press CLEVELAND Justin Greene scored 23 points and Randal Holt added 13 as Kent
Dangerous wild animals law would require Ohio permit
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Ohioans who own bears, tigers, lions, gray wolves and
Liberty police union now supports 911 move
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty After opposing turning over the township’s
Officials consider combining Trumbull district courts
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com The Trumbull County commissioners likely are to vote soon on
For many area Christians, Fridays during Lent mean fish
Justin Shamp tries to sample a bite of fish from his fiancée, DeAnna Hardwick, of Poland at the weekly fish fry at the Youngstown Maennerchor on Mahoning Avenue. The couple has been coming to the dinners for years.
USPS: Facility closings won’t affect businesses drastically
By Chelsea Miller cmiller@vindy.com Youngstown The U.S. Postal Service’s decision to cease
Hathorn’s first report card: Good but not yet excellent
Editorial: Judging by the report card issued by the Youngstown Board of Education to Superintendent Connie
METRO DIGEST || Free produce today
Car catches fire NEWTON FALLS An elderly man was taken to Trumbull Memorial Hospital after
Gunman opens fire at Pitt psych clinic; 2 dead
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A man armed with two semiautomatic handguns entered the lobby of a
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
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Gay-marriage showdowns likely soon in five states
Associated Press Foes and supporters of same-sex marriage are gearing up for five costly and
‘Silent House’ will scare the screams out of you
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers A horror movie that works cuts through analysis, shrugs off
GOP takes a step back with women
Opinion: Last January, ABC’s George Stephanopoulos baffled Mitt Romney when he asked the Republican
newsmakers
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There’s a dental crisis in US
Opinion: By Sen. BERNIE SANDERS McClatchy-Tribune The United States is in the midst of a major dental
Obama’s Iran policy is suspect
Opinion: What are we to make of President Barack Obama’s latest pronouncements about Iran’s movement toward
Birthdays
Birthdays Singer-actress Keely Smith is 80. Singer Lloyd Price is 79. Actress Joyce Van Patten is
The top 5 concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
The top 5 concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
YSU student group launches clothing drive
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN The dignity afforded less-fortunate
It’s time for Lordstown leaders to report the facts on turbines
Opinion: It’s time for Lordstown leaders to report the facts on turbines At about this time last year, the
Police probe corpse-abuse allegations
Associated Press TOLEDO Police are investigating allegations of corpse abuse at a Toledo funeral
Joe Gibbs Racing riding momentum going into Vegas
NASCAR Wire Service While it’s early to draw conclusions about the course of the NASCAR Sprint Cup
POLICE CALLS FOR BOARDMAN, POLAND
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
OD deaths hit record high in Ohio in 2010
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio saw a record number of drug-overdose deaths in 2010, as
Years Ago
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Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Billy Dean, 7 p.m.: Country singer on the comeback trail stops by
Firm to help Austintown schools attract students
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com The Austintown School District is rolling out a plan to retain
West BOULEVARD Elementary honor roll
BUG CLUB GRADE 2 Room 201 – Mrs. Kinney Samantha Breen Dana Haus Sarah Kinderdine
Valley students take care of business
Twelve Information Technology students from the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center students
Robinwood Lane Elementary honor roll
HIGH HONOR ROLL GRADE ONE Shahed Abbadi Tesneem Alemaishat Nevaeh Alkire Destiny Almonte
Green Team hosts placemat contest
The Recycling Division of Mahoning County’s is hosting the annual “Earth Day to Earth Day Placemat
Parade officials counting on luck of the Irish
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com A giant shamrock balloon will make its way down Market
Poland band members excel at competition
On Feb. 11, 41 members of the Poland Seminary High School band participated in the Ohio Music
Green Team hosts placemat contest
The Recycling Division of Mahoning County’s is hosting the annual “Earth Day to Earth Day Placemat
Girl Scouts, Arby’s fight hunger
To honor the Girl Scouts of the USA’s 100th anniversary, Canfield Girl Scout Troop No. 162 has
AMS wrestlers fourth at state duals
The Austintown Middle School wrestling team finished fourth at the Junior High state dual tournament
Austintown’s Ditzler to run for county commissioner
David Ditzler’s victory in his primary race for Mahoning County commissioner pits him against three
Poland chief Goodin loses bid for county boss
Mahoning County Sheriff-elect Jerry Greene’s first priority upon taking office next year is getting
Ensign wins AMS spelling bee
Austintown Middle School students competed in the annual building-wide Spelling Bee on Jan. 18.
Green Team hosts placemat contest
The Recycling Division of Mahoning County’s is hosting the annual “Earth Day to Earth Day Placemat
St. Luke celebrates 50 years through giving
St. Luke Church is celebrating its 50th anniversary through a variety of fundraisers that are
AMS drama club performs ‘Alice in Wonderland’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Before Alice falls into the rabbit hole in “Alice in Wonderland,”
Speech team second at state tournament
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield Speech and Debate team was the state runner-up
CHC students celebrate Dr. Seuss
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com To celebrate Dr. Seuss’ 108th birthday and to begin their
Green Team hosts placemat contest
The Recycling Division of Mahoning County’s is hosting the annual “Earth Day to Earth Day Placemat
Canfield presents ‘Modern Milly’
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Austintown briefs
St. Joseph hosts spaghetti dinner St. Joseph Parish will host the annual spaghetti dinner at St.
Boardman sports briefs
YSU women’s football coaching clinic set The Youngstown State women’s football coaching clinic
Romney stumbles in Ohio
Opinion: Mitt Romney’s narrow victory in the Republican primary in Ohio should be of great concern to the
Everyday investors stay away from market
Associated Press NEW YORK The stock market is missing you. For more than three years, ordinary
Job fair planned
Job fair planned Youngstown One Step to Life Inc. will have a job fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Syrian oil official defects from regime
Associated Press BEIRUT Syria’s deputy oil minister appeared tense as he looked at the camera
Nations stress diplomacy with Iran
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Selected local stocks
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Romney faces skepticism in Deep South primaries
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Lost on Mars
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers Edgar Rice Burroughs, who wrote the “John Carter of Mars”
‘Mormon,’ ‘War Horse,’ ‘Idiot’ coming to Pittsburgh
Staff report PITTSBURGH Three 2011 Tony Award-winning productions will come to Pittsburgh next
Big lottery winner stayed on food stamps
Associated Press DETROIT Michigan lawmakers last year vowed to crack down when they heard an
Poll: Health law unpopular but not feared
Associated Press WASHINGTON Attacked as a rationing scheme and praised as a lifesaver, President
Bishop to consider reopening churches
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Cortland man faces robbery charges
Staff report CORTLAND Mitchell N. Ballard, 39, of 197 N. High St., will be arraigned today in
Miss. high court rules pardons valid
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House OKs bill to help startups
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The Syracuse (N.Y.) Post-Standard: The communist regime in China may think it solved an inconvenient
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Kids choir marks 10th year
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The R.O.C.c.K. Children’s Choir, celebrating
Scott and Dufner share lead at Doral
Associated Press DORAL, Fla. Playing only his sixth round of the year, Adam Scott faced a strong
Four charged in death of man
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Three men and a juvenile have been arrested on charges related to the
KIDS LIVING WITH CANCER SING Schedule
The R.O.C.c.K. (Raising Our Commitment to cancer Kids) Children’s Choir was started in 2002 at Tod
oddly enough
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Boardman briefs
Quaker Steak hosts canned good drive Come join Heels ‘n Wheels Entertainment and Hairy George from
St. Charles students participate in History Day
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The seventh-graders at St. Charles School have spent the last two
Boardman runners qualify for states, nationals
Select members of the Boardman boys and girls track teams competed at the “Arnold Classic”
Girl Scouts, Goodwill collecting clothes
Goodwill and the Girl Scouts are teaming up for the Good Turn Day donation drive March 24.
Boardman presents 12th annual Jazz Fest
The 12th annual Boardman High School Jazz Fest will take place April 2 at 7 p.m. in the Boardman
Poland Police Blotter
Feb. 2 Arrest: A traffic stop near Kennedy and Struthers roads resulted in the arrest of 51-year-
Local wrestlers compete at state in Youngstown
Hotel rooms and restaurants in the Valley will be packed for the next two weekends as wrestlers and
Austintown’s Ditzler to run for county commissioner
David Ditzler’s victory in his primary race for Mahoning County commissioner pits him against three
IHOP offers flapjacks for funds
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Good cheer was stacking up at IHOP Restaurant in Boardman on Feb.
Area bus mechanics receive new training
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Bus mechanics from school districts around Columbiana, Mahoning
Stadium Drive celebrates “Wacky Wednesday’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Kindergarten and first-grade students at Stadium Drive arrived at
Fourth-graders learn about Ohio history
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Judy Lewis from the Mahoning Valley Historical Society visited St.
Fitch cheerleaders sponsor murder mystery dinner
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com For the second annual Murder Mystery Dinner on March 3, guests to
William McKinley impersonator reflects on history
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Mike Wilson has spent more than 20 years walking in the shoes of
Canfield briefs
Negley on Dean’s List Stephen Negley has been placed on the Dean’s List of the School of
Austintown Police Blotter
Feb. 6 Drug offense: Police charged Alrashan Clardy, 35, of 765 Fairfax St., Youngstown, with
Austintown Curves participating in food drive
Austintown Curves will take part in the Curves International’s 14th annual food drive that will
Poland briefs
Duquesne recognizes Poland residents David White, a senior in the John G. Rangos, Sr. School of
Local wrestlers compete at state
Hotel rooms and restaurants in the Valley will be packed for the next two weekends as wrestlers and
Team Canfield wins junior high state dual title
Team Canfield won the Ohio Athletic Committee (OAC) Junior High Dual State wrestling championship
Frank Ohl students learn about opera
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Four singers from Opera Western Reserve hit high notes with the
White House Fruit Farm hosts spring events
White House Fruit Farm of Canfield will present “White House Weekend” Saturday and Sunday. The
Frost finishes season at state wrestling tournament
Canfield sophomore Korey Frost got his first taste of the state wrestling tournament last weekend in
Township residents approve police levy
By ELISE FRANCO efranco@vindy.com Township trustees praised residents for approving a police
Pebbles prompt prayer during Lent
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com Sometimes all it takes is a small reminder to bring
Tough choices ahead after emergency school levy fails
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Poland Local Schools could face major changes after residents
Graziani takes fifth at state wrestling tourney
Boardman senior Nico Graziani ended his high school wrestling career on the medal stand, defeating
McKinley Elementary Math 24 team wants more
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com McKinley Elementary recently ended another season of success in
Local celebrities read at Dobbins
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com To celebrate Read Across America Day on March 2, Dobbins
Business Expo coming to Austintown March 24
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Joe Wrenn and Mark Cole, president and vice president,
Austintown sports briefs
Fitch bowlers reach state semifinals Austintown Fitch, seeking its third overall state title but
Canfield sports briefs
Canfield soccer leagues taking registrations The Canfield Soccer Club is now taking registrations
Boardman Police Blotter
Feb. 3 Menacing: A Boardman High School student reported being threatened and harassed at school.
Fourth-graders learn about Ohio history
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Judy Lewis from the Mahoning Valley Historical Society visited St.
Canfield Cub Scouts hit the races
Canfield Cub Scout Pack 25 members competed in the annual Pinewood Derby Race, sponsored by the
Math Counts team second at YSU event
The Poland Middle School’s Math Counts team finished second out of 26 teams at Youngstown State
Phantoms promote ‘Hockey for Health’ at Dobbins
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com It’s not every day that athletes can share the secrets of their
Local wrestlers compete at state in Youngstown
Hotel rooms and restaurants in the Valley will be packed for the next two weekends as wrestlers and
Thursday, March 8 (135 stories)
Paige, Fletcher indicted in electricity theft murder
The Mahoning County grand jury has indicted Michael Paige, 20, and his cousin, Jasmin Fletcher, 21, on charges related to the March 1 shooting death of 31-year-old Munir Blake.
Bed tax increase proposal dominate Mahoning commissioners meeting
A proposed increase in Mahoning County’s bed tax for hotels and motels from 3 percent to 5 percent was not on the Mahoning County commissioners’ Thursday agenda, but it still loomed large at their meeting.
Kony's atrocities against Ugandan children now viral on YouTube
If Joseph Kony lived in relative anonymity before this week, he’s an Internet star now.
Veteran’s flag stolen off of Boardman porch
Veteran’s flag stolen off of Boardman porch BOARDMAN Police are asking for help in recovering a
LA man arrested, 40,000 fake erectile drugs seized
LA man arrested, 40,000 fake erectile drugs seized LOS ANGELES (AP) — A former South Korean law
Plan to build $600M gambling resort in Catskills
Plan to build $600M gambling resort in Catskills THOMPSON, N.Y. (AP) — Plans to develop a $600
Mahoning grand jury returns indictments in shooting death of Munir Blake
Mahoning grand jury returns indictments in shooting death of Munir Blake
Bloomberg: NYPD will never let its guard down
Bloomberg: NYPD will never let its guard down NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Mayor Michael Bloomberg says New
Biologists project big Pacific Coast salmon season
Biologists project big Pacific Coast salmon season SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Pacific Coast
Columbiana County jury returns $5.2M verdict for woman
Columbiana County jury returns $5.2M verdict for woman
Arizona inmate executed, state’s second in 8 days
Arizona inmate executed, state’s second in 8 days FLORENCE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona has executed an
Shots fired at Pa. psych clinic, injuries reported
Shots fired at Pa. psych clinic, injuries reported
5 children killed in northwest Arizona car crash
5 children killed in northwest Arizona car crash KINGMAN, Ariz. (AP) — Authorities say five
Pat Robertson: Marijuana should be legal like alcohol
Pat Robertson: Marijuana should be legal like alcohol
Dangerous animal legislation introduced in Ohio Senate
Dangerous animal legislation introduced in Ohio Senate Ohioans who own bears, tigers, lions, gray
Catholic Charities of Diocese of Youngstown assisting tornado victims
Catholic Charities of Diocese of Youngstown assisting tornado victims
Cops: Pa. man used transmitter to track wife’s sex
Cops: Pa. man used transmitter to track wife’s sex ALIQUIPPA, Pa. (AP) — Police have charged a
Ohio man couldn't keep exotic animals under proposal
Ohio man couldn't keep exotic animals under proposal
Police: Love triangle fueled death of 75-year-old Pa. man
Police: Love triangle fueled death of 75-year-old Pa. man
Another winning Powerball ticket sold in RI
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Wash. to auction off state-run liquor stores
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NYC teacher’s aide indicted on molestation charges
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Cops: Pa. man caught 'purple-handed' in meter theft
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GOP activists fear primary takes a toll on Romney
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Cops: Pa. man used transmitter to track wife's sex life
Cops: Pa. man used transmitter to track wife's sex life
Syrian official defects to protest Assad crackdown
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New Mexico mayor fights for access to city hall
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Toledo police investigate corpse-abuse allegations
Toledo police investigate corpse-abuse allegations
Ban on texting and driving takes effect in Pa.
Ban on texting and driving takes effect in Pa. HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Chronic texters beware:
Pa. man gets 30 years in fatal hammer attack
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Blasts blow off manhole covers in Erie
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Police seize items from. home after tot death
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OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Andrew and Heather (Harkleroad) Peterson of Norfolk, Va., are announcing the birth of a son,
Celtic/Gaelic Mass planned at St. Pat’s
Celtic/Gaelic Mass planned at St. Pat’s YOUNGSTOWN St. Patrick Church will celebrate a
Meeting for baseball league for special needs kids
A parent meeting and registration will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday at Chestnut Ridge Church of God, 7215 Chestnut Ridge Road, for Challenger Baseball.
Ex-judge Cronin to be released from prison today
Maureen A. Cronin, a former Mahoning County Common Pleas Court judge, is scheduled to be released today from a federal prison facility in Greenville, Ill.
JA seeking students to compete in business challenge
Junior Achievement of Mahoning Valley is looking for junior and senior high school students from Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana and Ashtabula counties to compete in the third annual JA Titan Business Challenge.
Powerstown block watch meets today
Powerstown Neighborhood Block Watch meets at 7 p.m. today in New Vision New Day Church, 1970 Everett Ave.
Poland tops Southeast, earns district rematch
By Ryan Buck sports@vindy.com boardman The Poland High Boys basketball team is right where it
Youngstown area leads US metros in export growth
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley recently has experienced
Vienna air base to lose 130 positions, a 7% cut
The Youngstown Air Reserve Station will lose 97 part-time and 33 full-time positions in fiscal year 2013, part of the plan to cut $487 billion from the defense budget over the next 10 years.
Phantoms ice Indiana
Fight-filled win pushes Youngstown within striking distance of first USHL playoff berth
Youngstown to install paid parking meters downtown
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN After much discussion — including criticism
REVERSE THE CURSE for Lowellville's Tony Matisi
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Church accepting donations for Warren family killed in fire
The AGAPE Assembly church will accept donations of cash and checks to help the family of fire victim Yolanda Holmes.
Smithville is too strong for United in regional
By John Bassetti bassetti@vindy.com CUYAHOGA FALLS There was no turning point, per se, just a
Canfield lawmakers disagree on necessity of city worker raises
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield City council members disagree on the necessity of 5
Mount Union women set for sectional
Staff report Alliance Sixth-ranked Mount Union plays No. 16 Illinois Wesleyan in the sectional
10 things to know about Ohio's election results
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Joe the Plumber is in; Dennis Kucinich is out. And
Youngstown police ID woman found dead in trash in 2008
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police have identified a woman who was found dead in a trash can in
3 Valley students among top 5 Distinguished Young Women in Ohio
By Chelsea Miller cmiller@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Three local women are giving the area something
Shale boom gives rise to 1,400-plus new jobs in Valley
Mike Christoff is one of 71 workers at TMK-IPSCO in Brookfield. The company threads pipe for use in the natural gas and oil drilling industry. TMK-IPSCO plans to expand its work force to 120 to meet growing demand for the steel pipes.
NEw this week
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County government election augurs well for new direction
Editorial: Come January, there will be a new commissioner, sheriff and engineer in Mahoning County, which
Cortland Savings opens new division
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Penguins drop Maple Leafs for seventh straight victory
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The Pittsburgh Penguins honored their past Wednesday, unveiling a
Texas executes killer
Texas executes killer HUNTSVILLE, Texas A Texas man was put to death Wednesday for fatally
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Springfield Township trustees, special meeting to discuss the budget, 5 p.m.,
Local Obama campaign to open office
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The President Barack Obama re-election campaign is opening a local
Big 10 tourney has balanced field
Associated Press indianapolis Michigan State coach Tom Izzo has never seen anything like this.
A fight for justice
Opinion: By Ellen Bravo McClatchy-Tribune More than a century ago, thousands of women walked out of
Israel’s push on Iran puts US in peril
Opinion: Last week, Gen. Norton A. Schwartz, chief of staff of the U.S. Air Force, confirmed a no-longer-
Warren Philharmonic presents ‘Power of Love’
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com WARREN In the spring, a young man’s fancy turns to
JOYFUL HOLIDAY
Purim revolves around fun, costumes and food underscored by a triumphant message of courage and survival.
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Pipe-organ concert at Stambaugh
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Chapter of the American Guild of Organists will present a
Comedian Vecchione to headline show at Powers
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Comedian Mike Vecchione will return to his hometown April 14 to headline
Options examined after defeat of levy
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Poland Poland Local Schools could face major changes after
“person of interest” (9 p.m., cbs): On “Person of Interest,” Reese (Jim
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Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476 Sat: John Branch, 9
Nuclear disaster offers three lessons
Opinion: By Rahna Reiko Rizzuto McClatchy-Tribune As we approach the one-year anniversary of the
Barbara Shelly: The liberal professor is least of college worries
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It’s more than music for Jay Mel
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Hoping to follow in the footsteps of regional MCs gone
Intellect, education are bad?
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Pre-St. Pat’s blowout at O’Donold’s
Staff report AUSTINTOWN The sixth annual Pre-St. Patty’s Day Bash will be Saturday at O’Donold’s
Shale drilling frenzy paying off for TMK-IPSCO in Brookfield
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com BROOKFIELD Few local companies have benefited from the shale
1 man killed, 1 injured in head-on crash
Staff report Slippery rock, Pa. A 19-year-old Portersville, Pa., man was killed in a head-on
An unpresidential primary
Opinion: By Darryl Lorenzo Wellington McClatchy-Tribune The Republican primaries may eventually crown a
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Brandee Dunmire and Brad Watson, Youngstown, boy, March 5.
Former coach faces possibility of jail time
A former Youngstown State University assistant softball coach was given the opportunity to stay out of prison after a drug conviction, but she may have squandered that chance.
Coffee grounds stop bleeding
Q. My husband has very thin skin and takes aspirin. A tiny abrasion can make him bleed horribly.
Cultural delays
What to look for For a campaign called “Why wait and see?,” Landa is developing videos that show
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Divorces asked Kristen E. Biard, West Chester, Ohio, v. Kevin J. Biard,
Poland native helps women make it in the music business
Kirsti Manna’s trade name — Songwriter Girl — just about says it all. The Poland native is a
90's country artist has a new album and new management The reinvention of Billy Dean
"We are under new management, and the first thing we’re doing is relicensing, relaunching and reminding the people to the body of work we’ve had over the years,” said Dean, calling from his Nashville home.
Uncle Kracker
Left to his own devices, Matthew “Uncle Kracker” Shafer discovered his music can get a little bit “greasy.” At least that’s the feeling he’s associating with the tunes on his new album, “Postcards from Home,” which is due out in May.
ENDGAME?
Associated Press WASHINGTON No, it’s not over yet. But at this rate Mitt Romney’s rivals won’t
Corporate welfare must end
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Poland to appoint panel for advice on drilling
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Cortland Savings opens new division
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Vendor to leave Covelli early
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Iran cleans up nuke materials, diplomats say
Associated Press VIENNA Satellite images of an Iranian military facility appear to show trucks
Irving’s late layup guides Cavs past Lawson, Nuggets
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Woman, 67, killed in crash
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Video captures wrong-way Ohio driver who killed 3
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Vatican reverses Ohio bishop on closings
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Batt Lion assembles a musical menagerie
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Breast-cancer talk and luncheon
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Moms should breast-feed for a year
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Youngstown police probe 2 home invasions
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Game maker bringing back ‘SimCity’
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METRO DIGEST || Groundbreaking for new Rayen stadium Friday
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auditions
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Ground-breaking on new Rayen stadium Friday afternoon
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Poland tops Southeast, advances to district final
Poland tops Southeast, advances to district final.
ID finally made for woman's remains found in Youngstown in 2008
ID finally made for woman's remains found in Youngstown in 2008
30 students in racial brawl at Calif. high school
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Assault trial opens for Vikings CB Cook
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Probation-viiolation hearing set for former YSU assistant coach
Probation-violation hearing set for former YSU assistant coach
Camp David G-8 summit puts Md. town on alert
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Apple CEO speaks of post-PC era at iPad event
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Officer probed for moving mattresses on patrol car
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Michigan ban on affirmative action back in federal court
Michigan ban on affirmative action back in federal court
Feds reach out to dealers in stolen documents case
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Ohio senator proposes help for bio-based manufacturers
Ohio senator proposes help for bio-based manufacturers
FBI head speaks outs on NYPD operations in NJ
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Youngstown ad agency exec pulls clients' ads from Limbaugh show
Youngstown ad agency exec pulls clients' ads from Limbaugh show
Pa. borough OKs ordinance to restrict dog tethering
Pa. borough OKs ordinance to restrict dog tethering
Pittsburgh Film Office: Bale, Damon flicks coming to the city
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Romney says he’s ready to fight to nomination
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Teach for America program coming to Ohio this fall
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UN humanitarian chief enters besieged Syrian area
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Air Force Reserves cuts could include 130 jobs at the 910th
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Police recover Paternoville marker, expect charges
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Pa. man dies in fatal traffic accident in Lawrence County
Pa. man dies in fatal accident in Lawrence County
Hearing over Ohio exotic animal quarantine delayed
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New Mexico town elects mayor who called Obama evil
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Pa. state trooper fatally shoots motorist on Pa. Turnpike
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Denver authorities: Dead inmate was serial killer
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LOUIE TODAY: Post-election analysis from Bertram, Editor Todd, national strategist Blakeman
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New iPad expected with faster chip, sharper screen
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Ohio oil refinery, state settle air-pollution case
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Ohio high court ruling clears way for wind turbines
Ohio high court ruling clears way for wind turbines
Florida school closed for now after shooting
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Pa. armored car fugitive on FBI’s Facebook page
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Rabid fox attacks 2 people in western Pa. county
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2nd ballot issue leaves 1 Dem against Pa.’s Kelly
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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
Oh, you beautiful dolls! Here’s chance to model
YOUNGSTOWN The American Girl Fashion Show still has a call out for young models to appear in
Valley splits support on GOP presidential candidates
In an extremely tight race, Mitt Romney edged Rick Santorum in the Ohio Republican primary.
Newton Falls takes control of fiesty Irish
Matt Brazin and Cody Dillon of the Newton Falls boys basketball team sport neon orange Nike shoes in every game.
MAHONING COUNTY || Greene’s the new sheriff in town
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Tigers hold off rival Raiders in D-III
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Mahoning commissioners || Ditzler, Traficanti win
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United girls take aggressive approach to D-III regional
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com HANOVERTON As the 2011-12 season was just about to get
Austintown residents OK police levy
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Wellsville, Mogadore to play for title
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Court-martial recommended for Valley soldier
U.S. military investigators have recommended that four more American troops, including a Youngstown man, be court-martialed in connection with the suicide of their fellow infantryman, the U.S. military said Tuesday.
Voters keep Altiere as Trumbull sheriff
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JFK headed to championship vs. Windham
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Rematch set in 6th District
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Hagan wants Rush off air
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Gains reigns in tight Mahoning race, fending off Macejko
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courts
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Host a healthy party
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Pitching ideas
Thirty budding entrepreneurs pitched their start-up business ideas to the Youngstown Business Incubator on Tuesday morning.
Touting new touches
New iPad expected to have modest upgrades Associated Press NEW YORK Apple is expected to
Suspect in Chardon school shootings may be tried as adult, face life sentence
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Revivals include ‘Salesman,’ ‘Streetcar’ and ‘Superstar’ BROADWAY SPRING PREVIEW
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County court tries to recoup $63M
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Gas prices fall after 27 days of increases
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Was study done on Mahoning River?
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has admitted a “poor choice of words” in a January media statement regarding Warren-based Patriot Water Treatment LLC.
Scholar of crime was life saver
Opinion: There are undoubtedly many people who are alive today because of James Q. Wilson, who died last
Channel agony of fire deaths toward fire prevention, other safety measures in the home
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Racial disparities worsening
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Outpouring of help for cleanup proves Youngstown still rocks
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Manager Clint Hurdle needed a dependable shortstop. Clint Barmes wanted to rejuvenate his career. Reunited this spring with the Pittsburgh Pirates, they both might get their wish.
Pittsburgh Penguins Crosby cleared for ice time
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phantoms Gacek, Sweetman honored
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Letson to face Law for Ohio 64th District seat
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Fundraiser celebrates Boy Scouts in Valley
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VALLEY REPUBLICAN PRESIDENTIAL VOTES By county
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Kucinich lags in new district
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Romney takes 5 states; Santorum gets three
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Ditzler to face 3 for commissioner
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Classy & tasty at the Stonebridge Grille
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Obama: Time to end war
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Legendary hacker turned informant
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Dow falls more than 200 points
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World powers agree on nuclear talks with Iran
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Beer up for Patty’s Day
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Ex-judge in Warren wins bid for Supreme Court
Associated Press COLUMBUS A former veteran state appeals court judge won the Democratic
Ray McCallum scores 21 for Detroit in Horizon victory
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Boardman student pleads guilty to gun charge
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Ex-coach’s hearing
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Colts to release Manning
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ELECTION NOTEBOOK Around the Mahoning Valley
Trumbull Co. delay WARREN The final election results for Trumbull County were delayed Tuesday
President defends policy on Iran
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METRO DIGEST || Post-office meeting
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Obama focused on Afghan withdrawal, diplomacy with Iran
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ELECTION UPDATE | Greene wins Mahoning sheriff's race
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ELECTION UPDATE | Ditzler wins Mahoning commissioner seat
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Americans understand need for tax reforms, Obama tells corporate leaders
President Barack Obama told business leaders Tuesday that the nation needs to reform its tax system to help boost the economy, saying the American people "instinctually understand" that the U.S. needs a more balanced approach to solve its economic problems.
ELECTION UPDATE | Gains beats Macejko
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Twin sisters, former entertainers, found dead in Lake Tahoe
When they were young, Patricia and Joan Miller sang and danced for Bing Crosby, troops and their friends.
ELECTION UPDATE | Romney claims 3, Santorum 2, Gingrich 1 Super Tuesday states
Mitt Romney rolled to primary victories in Virginia, Vermont and home-state Massachusetts on Super Tuesday, reaching for a decisive advantage in the most turbulent race for the Republican presidential nomination in a generation.
ELECTION UPDATE | Incumbent Tom Letson has large early lead in Dem primary for Ohio House
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ELECTION UPDATE | Altiere leads in Trumbull sheriff's race
ELECTION UPDATE | Altiere leads in Trumbull sheriff's race
ELECTION UPDATE | Romney has slim lead in Ohio GOP prez primary
ELECTION UPDATE | Romney has slim early lead in Ohio GOP prez primary
ELECTION UPDATE | Dickey Myers has early lead over incumbent Craig Brown for Columbiana Recorder
Dickey has early lead over incumbent in Dem race for Columbiana recorder
Route 422 in Lawrence County to reopen after crash
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Judge: Chardon school shooting case may go to adult court
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Md. murder charges dropped for abortion doctors
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Tracking horizontal gas wells in Ohio
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Ariz. governor blasts feds over immigration woes
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OEPA admits there was no water quality study in Warren
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Activists hand out ‘pink slips’ in Manhattan
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Streak in gas price hikes ends at 27 days
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Historic preservation award nominees sought
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Few glitches, light turnout in voting across Ohio today
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Charity to refuse Dahmer tour money
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Law enforcement official: LulzSec hackers arrested
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Yoga habit earns Colo. man a break on pot sentence
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Special Forces soldier dies trying to save his kids
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Dow slumps at the open as Greece deadline nears
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Post office schedules meeting on changes to postal operations
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Kvamme to speak at chamber’s annual meeting
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DRS LLC again named ‘Tech Elite’
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Ill. inmate known as the ‘Lipstick Killer’ dies
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200 cats removed from woman’s upstate NY home
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Security Council to resume nuclear talks with Iran
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SC county GOP wants hopefuls to sign purity pledge
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Super Tuesday voters put imprint on GOP race
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Wyoming lawmakers reject welfare drug testing
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Miss Campbell, Mr. Watson plan July nuptials
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Police: New Castle man stole coat for girlfriend in ward
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Man to change plea in Craigslist threat case
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Nicole Shimensky, Michael Clemente to wed in July
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Police probe death of toddler in housing project
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Miss McCauley, Mr. Landis to wed June 17
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REUNIONS
Chaney High School January and June Class of 1948 will meet for lunch at 1 p.m. March 13 at Denny’s,
Bethlehem Lutheran must cancel dinner
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Rally comes up short for YSU
Staff report CLEVELAND The final nine seconds of Monday’s game did a pretty good job of summing
Struthers handles Ravenna’s athleticism
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com BOARDMAN In Monday night’s Div. II district semifinal
Charges changed in fatal shooting
Police changed the charges against a woman accused in the shooting death of a man over stolen electricity last week, and a man arrested in the death is in jail on a $1 million bond.
Officials seek cause of fire that killed 4 in Warren
The early Saturday house fire that killed two adults and two children started on or near the stove, but “why and how has yet to be determined,” Warren Fire Chief Ken Nussle said Monday.
Remediation high among district grads
A report from the Ohio Board of Regents shows a high percentage of city school graduates who attended college had to take remedial college courses.
Strong schedule, tradition key Canfield
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New year, same result: Berkshire ousts LaBrae
By DOUG CHAPIN sports@vindy.com HOWLAND For the second consecutive season LaBrae High was the
Truck driver found guilty, will pay fines
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Fellow workers showing support
By ROBERT GUTTERSOHN rguttersohn@vindy.com Struthers Fellow treatment-plant employees are
High-school students aim to make dreams come true
Every high-school girl wants to feel like a princess on prom night, and a group of West Branch and Salem high-school students wants to make that dream come true for as many girls as possible.
Father finds explosive device in yard
The father of a teen murdered on the city’s East Side in 2011 found an explosive device and small holes from explosions in his front yard.
Agreement reached on equipment
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Board of Elections
All eyes on Ohio prize
Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney leads a town-hall forum before a standing-room-only crowd of about 500 at Taylor-Winfield Technologies, a metalworking-machinery company in Youngstown, on Monday
Hubbard City council unanimously approves $6.4M 2012 budget
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Hubbard City council on Monday unanimously approved
Corrective-action plan to comply with ODH order
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown City Health District is
Girard police probe shooting
Staff Report Girard Police are looking for the location of an alleged gambling party that ended
America’s health in jeopardy
Opinion: By Louis W. SULLIVAN McClatchy-Tribune President Obama’s budget recommendation to freeze funding
Where to donate
Where to donate Those interested in donating money to help the victims’ families of the Struthers
New coach, same expectations
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com BOARDMAN Following in the football steps of Dan Reardon,
Average gas price in Ohio is $3.74
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Avalon Inn to become Magnuson Grand Hotel
Staff report HOWLAND Longtime Mahoning Valley hotel Avalon Inn has rebranded under the Magnuson
25 Iraqi police die in shooting spree
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Police say bus driver ordered girl to hit boy
Associated Press COLUMBUS Police say a school-bus driver in Ohio has been charged after she held
Births
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Festival seeks artists, vendors
Staff report mantua The fourth annual Art on the Hill festival is seeking artisans and food
AP survey: More optimism about jobs and economy
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. economy is improving faster than economists had expected.
Police continue to probe fatal hit-and-run accident
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police are still investigating, and not releasing much information,
Youngstown high school grads are not prepared for higher ed
Editorial: It has long been known that for a large number of incoming students at Youngstown State University,
bullying documentary Movie producer protests R rating
By JAKE COYLE AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK Fresh off his Oscar glory with “The Artist,”
Jeremy Lin is special for Asian-Americans
Opinion: By Emil Guillermo McClatchy-Tribune The phenomenon known as Linsanity is more than a feel-good
Fixing voter registration
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A guide to the most over-hyped movies of 2012 The Greatest Film Ever?
By Barry Koltnow The Orange County Register A movie is about to open in theaters that will
The Iditarod: 1,150 miserable miles
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Central America faces crisis
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Motown music moves Top Hat’s ‘57th Street’
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college basketball roundup | Monday’s games
MAC Toledo 60, Miami (Ohio) 53 TOLEDO Rian Pearson scored 21 points and grabbed 13 rebounds
Hamlin, Grubb exorcise ghosts
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National Guard mobilized
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Penguins’ winning streak reaches six
Associated Press PITTSBURGH By his own admission, Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Zbynek Michalek
Thousands in Russia protest Putin victory
Los Angeles Times MOSCOW With police helicopters hovering low over central Moscow and security
Jazz snap road skid as Cavs lose again
Associated Press CLEVELAND The Utah Jazz finally found a way to win on the road. The Cleveland
30 entrepreneurs to stop at Youngstown Business Incubator
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Liberty investigating two suspicious fires
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Playing games with trusts
Opinion: The Florida Times-Union, Jacksonville: The state of Florida has long played a cynical game with its
Fugitive arrested
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EPA heightens scrutiny of Pa. water
Associated Press DIMOCK, Pa. Tugging on rubber gloves, a laboratory worker kneels before a
Oddly enough
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McCain seeks airstrikes on Syria
Associated Press WASHINGTON Frustrated by a diplomatic logjam and a bloody Syrian offensive,
POLICE BLOTTER
POLICE BLOTTER A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Live music on television this week include:
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Tornado damage may spell towns’ end
Associated Press MARYSVILLE, Ind. This tiny Indiana farm town has no mayor, no school and no
Local native’s fianc killed in NC
Charlotte Observer CHARLOTTE, N.C. A Charlotte law-school student accused of killing a man who
10 states — and it’s all about the delegates
By Steven Thomma and David Lightman McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON The Republican
Reds rough up Masterson early
Associated Press GOODYEAR, Ariz. Jay Bruce and Joey Votto each drove in a pair of runs off
Obama focuses on unity, Netanyahu on sovereignty
Associated Press WASHINGTON The United States and Israel agree that diplomacy is the best way
Case to be heard by grand jury
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown man accused of killing his
More advertisers drop Limbaugh
Associated Press More of Rush Limbaugh’s advertisers say they are dropping his program after the
Kasich declines to give details on fracking-tax plans
Gov. John Kasich isn’t offering details yet on plans to levy a new tax on fracking activities while at the same time cutting the state’s income-tax rates.
Brown named to HL’s second team
Staff report Indianapolis Youngstown State junior forward Brandi Brown earned second team All-
Traffic charge
Traffic charge SEBRING Bentley Lenhoff, 81, of Uniontown, Ohio, is scheduled to be arraigned
Man, 84, dies in house fire
Staff report NEW CASTLE, pa. An 84-year-old man died, and his elderly wife is being treated for
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown City Council, 5:30 p.m., council chambers, city hall. Finance
Monday, March 5 (92 stories)
Hubbard balances its budget
Hubbard balances its budget Hubbard City council on Monday unanimously approved a $6.4 million
Three men found hiding in closets
Three men found hiding in closets YOUNGSTOWN What began as a check for a wanted fugitive Monday
Man killed in Charlotte, N.C. had Valley ties
Man killed in Charlotte, N.C. had Valley ties Charlotte Observer CHARLOTTE, N.C. A Charlotte
Minn. district settles suits on neutrality policy
Minn. district settles suits on neutrality policy COON RAPIDS, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota’s largest
Report: Unclear what prompted Yellowstone mauling
Report: Unclear what prompted Yellowstone mauling HELENA, Mont. (AP) — An investigation into the
NY man brings on 5 more lawyers against Facebook
NY man brings on 5 more lawyers against Facebook BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — An upstate New York man who
25 police killed in western Iraq shooting spree
25 police killed in western Iraq shooting spree BAGHDAD (AP) — A gang of gunmen disguised in
Plea entered in AZ arranged marriage beating case
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Kasich deploys Ohio National Guard to expedite storm cleanup
Kasich deploys Ohio National Guard to expedite storm cleanup
Women worry about NY Medicaid contraceptive policy
Women worry about NY Medicaid contraceptive policy ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Some New York women
Romney done addressing the crowd in Youngstown
Mitt Romney has left the stage after his town-hall meeting at Taylor-Winfield Technologies.
Conn. high court rules prisoners can be force-fed
Conn. high court rules prisoners can be force-fed HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — The Connecticut Supreme
Youngstown police still investigating traffic fatal
Youngstown police still investigating traffic fatal
Islamic groups hold rally in support of NYPD
Islamic groups hold rally in support of NYPD NEW YORK (AP) — A coalition of Islamic groups is
Cleveland polce: 13-year-old boy fatally shot brother, 10
Cleveland police: 13-year-old boy fatally shot brother, 10
Teen wounded in Ohio shooting transferred to rehab
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March 29 deadline set to remove decorations at Hubbard Union Cemetery
March 29 deadline set to remove decorations at Hubbard Union Cemetery
Location change for Ellsworth zoning board meeting Tuesday
Location change for Ellsworth zoning board meeting
Snowy weather return causes multiple crashes in southern, central Ohio
Snowy weather return causes multiple crashes in southern, central Ohio
WORTH A LOOK
BAZAARS Salem Memorial Building Association will host its annual Spring Arts & Crafts Bazaar from
Pa. judge could rule on Altmire’s petitions soon
Pa. judge could rule on Altmire’s petitions soon PITTSBURGH (AP) — A Commonwealth Court judge is
Black nurses group to grant scholarships
Black nurses group to grant scholarships The Youngstown-Warren Ohio Black Nurses Association has
Ohio woman’s trial set in toddler’s window fall
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NO HEAD GAMES
Phantoms coaches, players grateful for increased awareness of concussions By TOM WILLIAMS
Frosh Start
Heidi Schlegel rediscovers her game as YSU women head into Horizon tournament By JOE SCALZO
Buford wins it at the buzzer for OSU
By Bob Baptist The Columbus Dispatch EAST LANSING, Mich. Coach Thad Matta acknowledged that
Indians, Pirates suffer losses in exhibition play
Associated Press GOODYEAR, ARIZ. Ubaldo Jimenez feels like he did in the spring of 2010 when he
Prayers, counseling follow Warren fire that killed 4 four
ABOVE: Anthony Price of Warren kneels in front of 160 Austin Ave. NW on Sunday to pay his respects
New motion-sensor technology eases debilitating pain of Boardman man
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com BOARDMAN Timothy Hartman of Boardman was the first in
Seeking most wanted
Today, The Vindicator launches a new feature called The Top 5 that profiles the most wanted people sought by local law-enforcement and legal authorities.
Hubbard officials wrestle with 2012 budget
By robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Hubbard City officials are wrestling with the 2012
Women’s history month Events at YSU
Youngstown State University will observe Women’s History Month throughout March with a variety of
Fire in Liberty apartment complex
Fire in Liberty apartment complex Liberty No one was injured in a fire at a township apartment
BP settlement: new health-claims process
BP settlement: new health-claims process bootheville, la. A settlement that BP is hammering out
Every election is important, and everyone’s vote counts
Editorial: Of all the things Americans take for granted — and there are many — one of the most shocking
Tall turbines send energy costs falling
Dr. David Harnett installed this 120-foot tall wind turbine on his Kinsman farm in December
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NBC series keeps viewers guessing at reality Are you ‘Awake’?
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES NBC’s new drama “Awake” has the kind of
Years Ago
Today is Monday, March 5, the 65th day of 2012. There are 301 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Putin claims victory in Russian election
Associated Press MOSCOW Vladimir Putin scored a decisive victory in Russia’s presidential
206 killed in blasts
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Event seeks to attract youths to hunting and fishing
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES Larry Patrone, an outdoor-clothing vendor at the
Allergy inspired business
BY REBECCA NIEMINEN SLOAN news@vindy.com LIBERTY When Heidi Goldberg was 26, she went into
How GOP wins by losing
Opinion: “The beginning of wisdom is the fear of the Lord. The next and most urgent counsel is to take stock
McIlroy gets win, No. 1 ranking
Tiger Woods surges to finish in second Associated Press PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. Rory
Parks seek input from public
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Mill Creek MetroParks staff has taken a vested
Election officials predict ‘extremely light’ turnout
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN If you go to the polls to vote in Tuesday’s
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
Saint’s heart stolen from Dublin cathedral
Associated Press DUBLIN Somewhere in Ireland, a burglar has the heart of a saint. Officials at
Obama: US will defend interests
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama said Sunday that United States will not
Romney shows resilience
Opinion: Romney shows resilience Dallas Morning News: A quick and easy summation of Mitt Romney’s victories
Music business is in NFL playbook
By NEKESA MUMBI MOODY AP Music Writer NEW YORK Even before Darren Howard entered the NFL, the
After tornado, toddler found in field dies of her injuries
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. An Indiana toddler found in a field after violent tornadoes
Spring weekend, dessert contest at fruit farm
Staff report CANFIELD A sure sign of spring is on the horizon. White House Fruit Farm’s annual
Dow at 13,000 worries some
Associated Press NEW YORK What’s not to like about Dow 13,000? Though most investors cheered
Hoyt seeks entries for its juried art exhibition
Staff report NEW CASTLE, Pa. Regional artists can compete for cash prizes and ribbons at the
Tide Pods: A new product is born
Associated Press NEW YORK It took eight years, 450 product sketches, 6,000 consumer tests and
Dems must look to middle
Opinion: By Todd Eberly Baltimore Sun In a recent report I wrote for Third Way, I tried to explain why
Can Pericles’ ideas be applied today?
Opinion: By James Romm Los Angeles Times Greek opinion is divided over the government’s plan to offer the
Train vets for jobs
Opinion: By Keith D. NOSBUSCH McClatchy-Tribune MILWAUKEE President Obama has called for revitalizing
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Ellsworth Township Zoning Board, workshop, 7 p.m., township administration
Mount Union women to host Sweet 16
Staff report ALLIANCE Mount Union will host one of the sectional rounds of the NCAA Division III
Hamlin holds on in desert to win at PIR
By Reid Spencer NASCAR Wire Service AVONDALE, Ariz. At the racetrack that dashed his
Women’s History event focuses on contraception
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An exhibit of contraception items, prototypes and manufacturing devices
Limbaugh remarks overshadow GOP contest
Associated Press MEMPHIS, Tenn. Intensifying debate over conservative social values — and
GOP reaps what the press sows
Opinion: GOP reaps what the press sows I read Bertram de Souza’s Feb. 26 column in The Vindicator with a
Federal sentences still vary widely
Associated Press WASHINGTON A new study shows that federal judges are handing out widely
‘governor’s cup’ Magazine names Kasich, Ohio winners
By Chelsea Miller cmiller@vindy.com Ohio Gov. John Kasich is on the right track, according to
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Lorax’ at No. 1 with $70.7M debut LOS ANGELES “Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax” raked in all
Same-sex custody battle could change Fla. law
Associated Press TALLAHASSEE, Fla. A custody battle in Florida between two lesbians could fuel
Cash mob continues
Cash mob continues Howland Animal Welfare’s Menagerie Thrift Store is the next business chosen
The American Wind Energy Association offers this information about wind turbines:
The American Wind Energy Association offers this information about wind turbines: Small wind
Sunday, March 4 (105 stories)
Democrats plan protest at Romney’s town hall in Youngstown
Democrats plan protest at Romney’s town hall in Youngstown Staff report Youngstown David
Get more kids involved in fishing and outdoors sports, Niles Expo vendors say
Get more kids involved in fishing and outdoors sports, Niles Expo vendors say By JORDAN COHEN
Holloways will be honored for 70th at open house
COLUMBIANA Edgar and Virginia Holloway of Columbiana will be honored April 7 on the occasion of
Strubles observe 65th anniversary at T.J.’s dinner
BOARDMAN Ed and Marion Struble of Boardman celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary recently with
Two-thirds of registered voters in Valley likely to sit out primary
Two-thirds of registered voters in Valley likely to sit out primary By DAVID SKOLNICK
Women’s History Month exhibit of contraceptive devices opens Monday at YSU
Women’s History Month exhibit of contraceptive devices opens Monday at YSU Staff report
Obama won’t rule out attack on Iran but seeks diplomacy first
Obama won’t rule out attack on Iran but seeks diplomacy first Associated Press WASHINGTON
Shellie Sabel | David Duchek
STRUTHERS Planning a delayed honeymoon to Italy this April are Shellie Sabel of Poland and David
Heather Clevinger | Jeremy Schneider
FORT WALTON BEACH, FLA. Heather Marie Clevinger and Jeremy Michael Schneider, both of Liberty,
Dana Frank | Phillip Schneeberger
YOUNGSTOWN Dana Lynn Frank and Phillip John Schneeberger, both of Cleveland, were married Oct. 1,
Lauren LoSasso | Andrew Popovich Jr.
POLAND Lauren Nicole LoSasso and Andrew Michael Popovich Jr., both of Poland, exchanged wedding
Valerie Bornhorst | Dustin Gardner
MINSTER, OHIO Valerie Bornhorst of Minster, Ohio, became the bride of Dustin Gardner of Boardman
Mallory Shields | Adam Capretta
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. Mallory Dawn Shields and Adam Joseph Capretta, both of Poland, were
GARDEN CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Mahoning will meet at noon in Kidston Classroom at the Davis Center in Mill Creek Park.
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Fundraiser to help brain tumor patient
Fundraiser to help brain tumor patient LAKE MILTON A spaghetti dinner, basket auction, bake sale
SENIOR CITIZENS
55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Mary Church, 3504 Main St.
MASONIC GROUPS
TUESDAY Clotilda Club, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at Denny’s in Boardman
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, Walking Club at
Conversational Spanish classes offered at JCC
The Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, will offer Conversational Spanish 101 this spring.
Kindergarten registrations this week
Kindergarten registration for Campbell and Mathews school districts for 2012-2013 will be this week.
Driver shot by trooper after chase near Lisbon
The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a traffic stop that ended with a trooper shooting a driver in the ankle.
Ohio Dems: GOP waging war against women
Democrats in Ohio are blasting Republicans for what they call a war against women.
2 kids, 2 adults killed in fire similar to June 2011
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com WARREN For the second time in less than a year, a house
Canfield stuns West Branch at buzzer in Div. II final
Canfield stuns West Branch at buzzer in Div. II final By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.con
NASCAR’sBlaney OK with not winning Daytona on technicality
NASCAR’s Dave Blaney is OK with not winning last week’s Daytona 500 on a technicality By JOHN
Volunteers toil to restore veteran’s N. Side house
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Dozens of people braved the cold, wind and
Romney to visit Valley on eve of Super Tuesday
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mitt Romney, one of the front-runners for the
Loss sets up rematch for YSU
By joe scalzo scalzo@vindy.com Cleveland According to Youngstown State women’s basketball
Phantoms even the series with Team USA in a rout
By matthew peaslee mpeaslee@vindy.com youngstown Five months ago, the Youngs-town Phantoms
YSU’s Women in Science Day smashes sexist stereotypes
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Career paths toward jobs in science and engineering
Dynamic duo sends Sebring to district
Sebring High’s one-two punch of Dakota Wagner and Jake Hubbs were too much for Youngstown Christian Saturday night at Struthers Field House.
Toddler drowning accidental; sitter reported her missing
An autopsy by the Mahoning County Coroner’s Office concluded Saturday that the death of 20-month-old Alexis Steiner of Youngstown was caused by drowning.
Mercer HOF inducts James, D’Angelo, Rossi, Clayton
The Mercer County Bowling Hall of Fame inducted four new members on Feb. 25. Almeda James, Gabe
Leader, units set for 34th Mahoning Valley St. Pat parade
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN A giant shamrock balloon will make its way down
CANFIELD schools target at-risk behavior
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield The Canfield Local School District has $75,000 to
Missing person
Missing person The Youngstown Police Department and the FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task
SCOPE’s business is none of your business
The SCOPE Center on Bank Street in Cortland offers a variety of programs for seniors.Participating in a recent stretch band exercise class are from left, Wilda Simmons of Cortland, Wilma Mohney of Mecca, Linda Scheu of Cortland and teacher Sally Yurtin of Warren.
WORLD DIGEST || Hundreds honor slain Chardon student
hHundreds honor slain Ohio student CHARDON, Ohio Hundreds of people stood shoulder to shoulder
Storms leave at least 38 dead, towns leveled
Associated Press WEST LIBERTY, Ky. Across the South and Midwest, survivors emerged Saturday to
Inside the ropes …
Inside the ropes … With Jason Kokrak Today: The Warren JFK graduate shot a one over 71 in
Newspapers’ ticktock, ticktock
Opinion: Youngstown-area residents got together Saturday to help a new neighbor from California who
Howland ousted: Williams injured
By ROB TODOR todor@vindy.com AKRON Facing a favored opponent is one thing. Doing it after
Dayton crews restoring Memphis Belle, famed B-17 bomber
Associated Press DAYTON Crews in Ohio are working to restore a famed B-17 bomber from World War
Director defends WRAP’s status
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Tony Iannucci was Warren’s elected auditor from 1984 to
Cavaliers drop fifth straight
Associated Press WASHINGTOn Jordan Crawford scored 31 points and John Wall added 24 to lead the
Sadler rebounds, holds off Keselowski for victory at PIR
NASCAR wire service AVONDALE, Ariz Elliott Sadler got some well-deserved payback at Phoenix
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Cavalry SPV I v. Evelyn Morehead, money. Springleaf
Death of Davy Jones brings back memories of a great time to be a kid
Opinion: The recent passing of Davy Jones and the coverage of his lead in The Monkees brought back a flood
At 50, the Chieftains explore a new frontier
By Randy Lewis Los Angeles Times SANTA BARBARA, Calif. As leading ambassadors of Ireland’s
Gold turns red-hot in China
Los Angeles Times BEIJING A bit player only a decade ago, China has emerged as one of the most
HANDSON | Volunteering opportunities
OPPORTUNITIES American Cancer Society Road to Recovery Program: The program needs help immediately
SCOPE INC. Board of trustees
Genevieve Bauman, president. Atty. Tom Carey, vice president. Atty. Dallas Woodall, secretary.
Storm season arrives early
Editorial: Storm season arrives early Mother nature unleashed her fury early this year, with a string of
Ohio Dems: GOP is waging war on women
Associated Press COLUMBUS Democrats in Ohio are blasting Republicans for what they call a war
Strong start to second half lifts Rockets
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com BEAVER TOWNSHIP Like most basketball coaches,
Candidates campaign in Buckeye state
Associated Press BLUE ASH, Ohio Three of the four Republicans vying for the presidency
Taylor Kitsch is about to become an action hero A star in the making?
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers ORLANDO, Fla. It’s all about to happen for Taylor Kitsch.
Youngstown schools receive intriguing offer of assistance
Editorial: Over the years, many individuals have walked through the doors of The Vindicator with cures for the
Santorum needs win in Ohio for nomination
McClatchy Newspapers COLUMBUS If Rick Santorum is ever going to be president, he’s probably
VINDICATOR file photo, JULY 12, 1954
VINDICATOR file photo, JULY 12, 1954 Former Postmaster John E. Doyle, second from left, and others
record reviews
Lyle Lovett Album: “Release Me” (Curb/Universal) Grade: C On “Release Me,” Lyle Lovett makes
tax money use
tax money use In private corporations Gov. John Kasich and the Ohio Legislature last year
Blocking access to a murder
Opinion: The Pennsylvania Superior Court rejected an appeal by three newspapers — Pittsburgh Post-Gazette,
ELECTION RESULTS
Editorial: ELECTION RESULTS Super Tuesday Be sure to check the voting results from the Super Tuesday
Tuner has a glitch with FM reception
Q. I have a problem with FM reception on my tuner. I have a Rotel RT-850 from 1986 that has given
Hospital patient getting a deal
Opinion: Hospital patient getting a deal A letter last Sunday was humorous and would seem to reflect the
To reduce costs, chains downsize
McClatchy Newspapers KANSAS CITY, Mo. To Neng Yang, the Best Buy store in Independence, Mo., is
Farm Bureau will host gas meeting
Farm Bureau will host gas meeting CANFIELD The Mahoning County Farm Bureau will host an
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Youngstown Board of Health, 8 a.m., conference room, Oakhill Renaissance Place, 345
Ask Mr. Know It All
By Gary Clothier Q. Betty White received a lot of attention for her 90th birthday in January. She
Decades of delivery
Youngstown’s Postal Service ... from boom to bust By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN
Birthdays
Birthdays Singer Bobby Womack is 68. Singer Shakin’ Stevens is 64. Singer Chris Rea is 61. Actor-
HIGH SCHOOL BOWLING All-American Conference tourney results
Results of the 12-school AAC championships which took place recently at Bell-Wick Bowl in Hubbard:
Long-range shots ground Warren JFK
By BRANDON JUDEH sports@vindy.com Rootstown The Windham High girls basketball team lived up to
“Project X,” in theaters this weekend, follows one wild night as a group of high- school
“Project X,” in theaters this weekend, follows one wild night as a group of high- school outcasts
What if Macejko is fired?
Opinion: It’s possible that Youngstown City Prosecutor Jay Macejko could win the Democratic Party nomination
newsmakers
newsmakers McEntire discusses tragic plane crash NASHVILLE, Tenn. More than 20 years after a
McIlroy dazzles, shoots 4-under 66 for Honda lead
Associated Press PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLA. Tiger Woods finished his round before the leaders made
Area bowling scores at a glance
Third-quarter winners Wedgewood — Calfee’s Place in Thursday Night Sportsman. West Side — C&G
Hubbard girls finish as state runners-up in bowling; Wess 3rd in individual standings
Staff report Columbus Hubbard High senior Amanda Wess rolled a 651 on Saturday to help the
West Branch’s Sharp places third at state
Staff report Columbus Although they didn’t finish their seasons on top of the medal stand, three
Ohio village assesses damage from fatal storm
Associated Press MOSCOW, Ohio Growling chainsaws carved up fallen trees as shocked residents of
United upsets Ursuline
For the second time in four seasons, the Eagles sent the Irish home By JIM FLICK
Mount Union women rally to advance
Staff report ALLIANCE Senior Amanda Rose and junior Rosa LaMattina fueled a furious second-half
Romney wins Wash. caucus
Associated Press WASHINGTON Mitt Romney rolled to a double-digit victory in Washington state’s
Limbaugh apologizes to student for insult
Associated Press WASHINGTON Conservative talk-show host Rush Limbaugh apologized Saturday to a
Conflicting accounts over Quran burnings
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan An investigation into the burning of Muslim holy books at a
Side effects unlikely in pharmacy mix-up, expert says
Associated Press TRENTON, N.J. Children who may have taken breast-cancer treatment medication
METRO DIGEST || Suspect shot by trooper
Shot by trooper LISBON The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a traffic stop that ended
METRO DIGEST || Blood drive Tuesday
Blood drive Tuesday AUSTINTOWN Teamsters Local 507, which represents about 250 employees who
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, March 4, the 64th day of 2012. There are 302 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Seeing RED
Seeing RED One thing’s for sure, when it comes to this month’s Snapz feature, nobody had to be
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending Feb. 25
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Lone Wolf” by Jodi Picoult (Atria) 2. “Celebrity in Death” by J.D. Robb
Ursuline Center sets book-club offerings
Ursuline Center sets book-club offerings CANFIELD The Ursuline Center Book Club is reaching out
CAREER PATHS | LIMELIGHT
AUTOMOBILES At the 76th annual awards banquet for the Antique Automobile Club of America in
Vacuums under $200 give top performance
Stellar scores in Consumer Reports’ latest brand-repair survey and stout metal parts instead of the
Postmasters
Postmasters Judge Calvin Pease: Jan. 1, 1802 Charles Dutton: July 1, 1803 Samuel White: No
RETURN TO ARTISTRY
McClatchy Newspapers KANSAS CITY, Mo. Coffee tables with two levels have been popular for a
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels Q. What happened to “CSI: NY”? I can’t find it anywhere in my TV listings. A.
Saturday, March 3 (103 stories)
Blood drive in Austintown Tuesday
Teamsters Local 507, which represents about 250 employees who perform Red Cross blood collection operations, initiated a work stoppage against the American Red Cross Northern Ohio Blood Services Region on Feb. 14.
Designer of Holocaust Museum's children's exhibit to speak at YSU
Alexandra Zapruder, designer of the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum’s children’s exhibition, “Remember the Children: Daniel’s Story,” will speak at 7 p.m. April 23 in the Chestnut Room of Kilcawley Center on Youngstown State University campus.
Romney claiming 36 percent of vote in Washington; Paul, Santorum tied at 25 percent
Mitt Romney stepped out to an early lead over his Republican presidential rivals Saturday night in Washington state caucuses, a quiet prelude to 10 Super Tuesday contests next week in all regions of the country.
Limbaugh responds to attacks with apology today
Radio host Rush Limbaugh has apologized to a Georgetown University law student for calling her insulting names. He had come under intense criticism from womens' groups, politicians from both political parties and some of the advertisers on his talk show.
Dozens turn out to help new neighbor on Youngstown's North Side
Dozens of people braved the cold, wind and snow flurries Saturday to help a newcomer to the city’s North Side.
WB's Sharp third to lead area wrestlers at state tournament
WB's Sharp third to lead area wrestlers at state tournament.
No smoke detectors in Warren fire that kills 4
Two adults and two children died in an early morning house fire on the northwestern part of the city.
YSU women fall to Cleveland State in regular season finale
YSU women fall to Cleveland State in regular season finale.
Howland girls fall to Twinsburg in district final
Howland girls fall to Twinsburg in district final.
Boor, Hunsicker vows to be said in Las Vegas
Jenifer Boor and Mark Hunsicker II, both of Canton, are engaged to be married, her parents, Gerald
Colleen Casey, Jacob Rohrer plan May rite
YOUNGSTOWN Colleen Elizabeth Casey and Jacob Michael Rohrer, both of Arlington, Va., are engaged
Kristi Rider to be June bride of Dustin Schenker
BOARDMAN Jack and Jeanne Rider of Boardman are announcing the engagement and coming marriage of
Mazias-Giuriceo wedding set at Metro Assembly
CAMPBELL John and Sharon Mazias of Campbell are announcing the engagement and upcoming marriage of
Miss Homchosky, Mr. Pizzola plan May nuptials
Carl and Sharon Homchosky of Bristolville and Jim and Mary Jane Pizzola of Canfield are announcing
Couple will wed at Village Church on fairgrounds
MCDONALD The parents of Erica Lorene Giancola are announcing the engagement of their daughter to
Campbell student seeks funds for tour
Campbell student seeks funds for tour YOUNGSTOWN From 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, dinners will be sold
Volunteers needed to assist domestic violence victims in court
Community Legal Aid, a non-profit law firm serving the civil legal needs of the low-income community, seeks volunteers for the Volunteer Advocacy Legal Unit Program in Mahoning County.
Open house at McBride House
Hubbard Historical Society’s McBride House, 27 Hager St., will host an open house from 2 to 5 p.m. March 11.
Free workshops on mortgages this month
Catholic Charities Regional Agency will present two free workshops on mortgage modification and awareness of mortgage scams from 5 to 7 p.m. March 28 and from 10 a.m. to noon March 31 at the agency office, 2401 Belmont Ave.
Warren Harding, East advance to district
East may be the class of the upper bracket of the Division I boys basketball tournament at Alliance High School, but Warren Harding (18-3) truly is the upper class.
Officials probe Struthers explosion; workers still critical
2 workers still critical By ROBERT GUTTERSOHN rguttersohn@vindy.com Struthers Authorities
Ambrosia’s short-handed goal ignites Phantoms
Ambrosia’s short-handed goal ignites Phantoms By Tom Williams williams@vindy.com YOUNgstown
Suspect in killing at St. Dom’s wants trial moved
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Lawyers for Jamar Houser, charged with
Poland winds up a win; WB comeback fails
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com BOARDMAN By the time most readers wake up, retrieve
Vandalism strikes gravesite of mall mogul William Cafaro
By Chelsea Miller cmiller@vindy.com Youngstown Police are investigating an apparent act of
Jasmin Fletcher, 21, arraigned in killing over electricity theft
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Authorities say Jasmin Fletcher first
Slow start dooms YSU in tourney
Staff report Valparaiso, Ind. A slow start led to a fast finish for Youngstown State’s upset
Wrestlers Graziani, Sharp fall in semis
Staff report COLUMBUS The Mahoning Valley will not have a state wrestling champion this year.
3 charged with abusing corpse with saltwater, cleaning fluid
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Two men and a juvenile face felony
Hathorn rated ‘commendable’ in 1st evaluation
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown City schools Superintendent Connie Hathorn
Liberty’s Simon expects stronger finish at state
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com Liberty High’s Marissa Simon is confident she’ll finish much
Hundreds converge on YSU to compute and compete
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown They sat huddled around a sheet of problems,
Youngstown school board won’t meet with High Commission, chief says
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The city schools superintendent can arrange
Toddler drowns in Hazelwood Ave. yard pond
Dr. Joseph Ohr, deputy county coroner (back to camera), a coroner’s investigator and a neighbor talk near a side-yard pond in which a girl about 18 months old was found dead Friday afternoon. The girl lived in the house to the right of the pond.
Crestview holds off Rootstown in sectional final in Salem
Staff report SALEM Robert Logan scored 17 points and grabbed 10 rebounds and Adam Coppock scored
Valley escapes brunt of powerful storms
Staff/wire report Several possible tornadoes touched down Friday in southwest Ohio, killing one
Small-claims courts can bring big victories
Associated Press NEW YORK If you feel cheated by a big company and complaining gets you
Air Force brass band in concert at college
Staff report NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. The Westminster College department of music will host Wright
Rose, Gillis tied for Honda lead as McIlroy lurks
Associated Press palm beach gardENs, fla. Justin Rose keeps preaching par is a good score at PGA
Man charged in runway-driving incident
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA A man accused of ramming through a security fence at Philadelphia
Inside the ropes … With Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes … With Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-under 68 in the
Justices side with the public
Opinion: COLUMBUS The Ohio Supreme Court last week put the kibosh on a Cuyahoga County office charging
newsmakers
newsmakers Cee Lo Green to launch long-term Vegas show LAS VEGAS The singer-songwriter behind
Pet spending at all-time high
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Americans spent $50.96 billion on their pets in 2011. That’s an
Ursuline, Newton Falls to battle
Irish, Tigers dominate down the stretch By Doug chapin sports@vindy.com HOWLAND The second
Simmons claims individual crown
By BILL SNIER Canton Repository COLUMBUS Jubilation followed by disappointment. While
Soaring cost estimates of health law spark concern
Associated Press WASHINGTON Cost estimates for a key portion of President Barack Obama’s
Kasich reaffirms his neutrality until GOP nominee is picked
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Gov. John Kasich said he will campaign for the
Railroad board cancels SSA visit
Railroad board cancels SSA visit Pittsburgh The U.S. Railroad Retirement Board will not be at
Grove City will host art exhibition, ‘Shades of Soul’
Staff report Grove city, pa. Grove City College will host “Shades of the Soul,” an art
Friday’s top 25 men’s basketball games
No. 12 Murray State 78, Tennessee Tech 58 NASHVILLE, TENN. Donte Poole scored 25 points, and
Santorum’s JFK attack sickening
Opinion: These are the days that try human souls. It’s not just that there’s so much turmoil, suffering and
Selected local stocks
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Obama warns both Israel and Iran
Obama warns both Israel and Iran WASHINGTON President Barack Obama delivered his most explicit
Friday’s other regional college games
Friday’s other regional college games HORIZON LEAGUE Butler 71, Milwaukee 49 VALPARAISO,
taiz services
Three area churches plan Taiz prayer services during Lent. Blessed Sacrament Church, 3020 Reeves
Lakeview district opens enrollment
Lakeview district opens enrollment cortland The Lakeview Local School District will accept
Bethlehem Lutheran plans events
Staff report youngstown In observance of its 200th anniversary, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 388
Exercise your right to vote Tuesday
Opinion: Tuesday is the primary election, and I remind you again to get out and cast your ballot for the
12 MCCTC students will head to state
Staff report Canfield Twelve Information Technology students from the Mahoning County Career and
Lack of support from Afghans shows attitude toward the US
Editorial: The week-long deadly protests in Afghanistan over the burning of the Quran and other Islamic texts
TAIZ PRAYER SERVICE
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com villa maria, pa. Across illuminated by candles creates
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Gilberto Bracetty Suarez, 29, of 1710 Oak St., and
Transfer of Covelli food operations delayed
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City officials want it done now, but the
Conference for men is March 10
Staff report Youngstown The Catholic Men’s Fellowship of the Diocese of Youngstown will host
STATE WRESTLING AT A GLANCE
STATE WRESTLING AT A GLANCE Division I: Nick Mancini (Boardman), 106 pounds, dec. Quinton Hiles
A cultural oasis?
By CRISTINA SILVA Associated Press LAS VEGAS It’s a desert oasis that hangs its priciest
EGCC, Walsh University team up
Staff report canfield Eastern Gateway Community College and Walsh University collaborated on an
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, March 3, the 63rd day of 2012. There are 303 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
McDonald cruises, will play Windham
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com WARREN The McDonald High boys basketball team wasted little time
Buckeye State gives US hottest contest Tuesday
Associated Press WILLOUGHBY, Ohio This state’s Super Tuesday primary is proving to be the
Southern hangs on to oust Lowellville
By lowell spencer sports@vindy.com STRUTHERS The Southern High boys basketball held a 23-point
Sunday News shows Guest lineups
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV talk shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Republican presidential candidate
Storms kill at least 20
Associated Press HENRYVILLE, Ind. Powerful storms leveled two small towns in southern Indiana,
New poll shows Romney gaining steam in final days
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS GOP presidential frontrunner Mitt Romney is picking up
“GCB,” which premieres Sunday on ABC, is the latest TV series that’s set in
“GCB,” which premieres Sunday on ABC, is the latest TV series that’s set in Dallas. Here are five
No Irving, no chance: Cavs trampled by Rose, Chicago
Associated Press cleveland Once Derrick Rose decided it was time, it was time. And there
Suspension surprises Johnson’s crew chief
Associated Press avondale, ariz. Jimmie Johnson’s car failed inspection before the Daytona 500
Obama offers support to student attacked by Limbaugh
Associated Press NEW YORK Stepping into an emerging culture clash over women, President Barack
Syria blocks Red Cross from delivering humanitarian aid
Associated Press BEIRUT The Syrian government blocked a Red Cross convoy Friday from delivering
Ohio jobless rate falls to 7.7% in Jan.
Staff/wire reports COLUMBUS Ohio’s unemployment rate went down for the third month in a row in
3 BGSU students die in I-75 crash
Associated Press BOWLING GREEN, Ohio A wrong-way driver slammed head-on Friday into a car full
METRO DIGEST || Crandall Park assoc. organizes help day for new neighbor
Crandall work day YOUNGSTOWN Crandall Park South Neighborhood Association has organized a work
No. 14 Ohio State women oust Michigan from Big Ten tourney
Associated Press indianapolis Tayler Hill hit three 3-pointers and scored 19 points as No. 14
New mom Carey returns to stage
Associated Press NEW YORK Mariah Carey made her return to the stage after giving birth to twins
Postal Service silliness
Opinion: Minot (N.D.) Daily News: The U.S. Postal Service is forging ahead with its ill-conceived plan to
Wake begins for a victim of Chardon school shooting
Associated Press EASTLAKE, Ohio Bullying and metal detectors were on the minds of some mourners
MAHONING COUNTY INDICTMENTS
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments against these
“We don’t want them walking away from the deal. But in fairness to the city, we want
“We don’t want them walking away from the deal. But in fairness to the city, we want them to stand
’11 Bee runner-up sets sights on top spot
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Canfield The Vindicator’s 78th Regional Spelling Bee was
Boardman Bands prep for winter concert
Staff report Boardman The Winter Concert of the Boardman Bands will be at 7 p.m. Thursday in the
PSU-Shenango offers nursing informatics
Staff report Sharon, pa. Nurses who are interested in advanced education have an opportunity to
Lent readies faithful for feast
My favorite time of the year is here. I look forward to it because I feel free. For many who do
‘We know what we want to do’: Hubbard girls eye state bowling title
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com During the boys’ district bowling tournament last Saturday
Submit info for Holy Week, Easter
Submit info for Holy Week, Easter The Vindicator will publish a listing of area services that are
bridge Weekly quiz
bridge Weekly quiz Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: x8 uA 8 vJ 6 5 4 wA Q 10 9 4 3 The
Rev. Zabel called as pastor
Staff report youngstown Faith Community Covenant Church, 1919 E. Midlothian Boulevard, has
Friday, March 2 (154 stories)
Valley spared weather destruction hitting Ohio, surrounding states
Several possible tornadoes touched down Friday in southwest Ohio, killing one person, injuring several and damaging property as it moved through the area, authorities said.
BP reaches settlement tonight with plaintiffs in 2010 gulf oil spill
BP PLC reached a settlement late Friday night with a committee representing the largest group of plaintiffs suing over the 2010 Gulf oil spill, a federal judge said. Specific terms have not been released.
Want to help a new neighbor? Join the Crandall Park Assoc. Saturday
Crandall Park South Neighborhood Association has organized a work day at 404 Lora Ave., from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. today, rain or shine. Volunteers are asked to bring work gloves, heavy-duty trash bags and tools such as hammers, screwdrivers and pliers.
Powerful storms kill at least 13 in 2 states
Powerful storms kill at least 13 in 2 states LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — A spokesman for Kentucky’s
Boardman's Graziani, WB's Sharp lose in semifinals
Boardman's Graziani, WB's Sharp lose in semifinals.
Tornadoes kill at least 8 across southern Indiana
Tornadoes kill at least 8 across southern Indiana HENRYVILLE, Ind. (AP) — Authorities say at least
Judge sentences man, woman in courthouse bombing
Judge sentences man, woman in courthouse bombing SAN DIEGO (AP) — A federal judge has sentenced a
Toddler drowns in shallow yard pond today
A nurse working at a house on South Hazelwood Avenue noticed something floating in the water of a side-yard pond Friday afternoon, discovered that it was a girl about 18 months old and tried to resuscitate her, but the child died.
Boardman's Graziani, WB's Sharp still alive for wrestling titles
Boardman's Graziani, WB's Sharp still alive for wrestling titles.
Navy reassigns 3 submariners in fraud probe
Navy reassigns 3 submariners in fraud probe HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A spokeswoman for the U.S.
Suicide bomber hits Pakistan militant base; 23 die
Suicide bomber hits Pakistan militant base; 23 die PESHAWAR, Pakistan (AP) — A suicide bomber
Section of Boardman Street in downtown Youngstown closed Saturday
Section of Boardman Street in downtown Youngstown closed Saturday
Donate food, get circus tickets
Donate food, get circus tickets YOUNGSTOWN Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Æ is having a food
Trumbull Republicans to meet; Mandel to speak
Trumbull Republicans to meet; Mandel to speak NILES The Trumbull County Republican Party will
Activists allege execution-style killings in Syria
Activists allege execution-style killings in Syria BEIRUT (AP) — Syrian activists accused regime
AP: Ohio probing adoption agency in wake of rape allegation
AP: Ohio probing adoption agency in wake of rape allegation
NJ officials charge 29 in counterfeit goods ring
NJ officials charge 29 in counterfeit goods ring NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Federal officials in New
Vindicator staff does well in Associated Press awards
Vindicator staff does well in Associated Press awards
Youngstown superintendent earns commendable rating
Youngstown superintendent earns commendable rating YOUNGSTOWN City schools Superintendent Connie
Ex-Bronco Perrish Cox acquitted of sexual assault
Ex-Bronco Perrish Cox acquitted of sexual assault CASTLE ROCK, Colo. (AP) — A Colorado jury has
Celebrity burglary suspect takes plea deal
Celebrity burglary suspect takes plea deal LOS ANGELES (AP) — The alleged ringleader of a series
Va. court halts quest for climate change emails
Va. court halts quest for climate change emails RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — The Virginia Supreme Court
NYC man faces sentencing in homegrown terror case
NYC man faces sentencing in homegrown terror case NEW YORK (AP) — Prosecutors are seeking a life
Neighborhood association to help homeowner on Saturday
Neighborhood association to help homeowner on Saturday The Crandall Park South Neighborhood
LA schools ban blindfolds in lessons after scandal
LA schools ban blindfolds in lessons after scandal LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Unified
Chesapeake Energy facing justice department investigation
Chesapeake Energy facing justice department investigation CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) The
Methane, spark believed causes of Struthers blast
Methane, spark believed causes of Struthers blast A Methane buildup, for an unexplained reason,
LOUIE TODAY: Prosecutor's office firing, Buzz Pishkur, Dave Betras, Vindy Editor Todd
Tune in today to Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner, for more dish on the story he broke Wednesday about Juanita Davis' firing from the Mahoning County prosecutor's office, and subsequent allegations and an ultimate pay-out to will be sharing documents about the matter.
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Tri-Gold Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet March 14 at
The Winner will host Bridal Matinee event
The Winner will host Bridal Matinee event SHARON, PA Madeline Gardner, bridal gown designer from
HOF induction to honor alumni
SALEM The Lisbon Alumni Association has announced the names of three people nominated for the 2012
Meeting for Leetonia landlords Monday at library
All landlords with Leetonia rental units should attend a meeting at 6 p.m. Monday in Leetonia Community Public Library. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss proposed legislation concerned with rental properties within the village.
Electricity theft triggers homicide on Youngstown's North Side
By ROBERT guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Youngstown What began as a dispute over electricity
Kevin Harris gets 7 years in prison after bilking 408 in Ponzi scheme
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com cleveland Sixteen months passed between November 2011, when
Canfield delivers in upset of Ravenna
West Branch survives over Poland for showdown with Cardinals By Matthew peaslee
High gas prices lift sales of GM Cruze
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com LORDSTOWN Rising gas prices may be burdensome to drivers
West Side Lanes celebrates 65 years in business
By Chelsea Miller cmiller@vindy.com Youngstown Gloria Tiberio remembers when West Side Lanes
4 boys bowling teams at state today
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com It’ll be a Wayne Webb’s weekend for four area boys teams,
Ed Port to undergo 3rd facial surgery
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com austintowN The township man who has spent much of his
Five wrestlers win first-round matches at state tournament
Staff report Columbus Six of the area’s eight state wrestling qualifiers remained alive after
Howland gets shot at Twinsburg
By DOUG CHAPIN sports@vindy.com AKRON When the seniors on the Howland High girls basketball
Drywater hits some paydirt
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Back in 1973, four young men from the Hermitage, Pa., area
Moosally pleads guilty in loan deal for ReadyAir
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com CLEVELAND Former Trumbull County businessman Robert T. Moosally
Randal Brown reaches plea deal in HIV assault
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A city man likely will spend three years
Explosion at Struthers waste plant severely burns 2
Struthers firefighters remove a ladder from a truck before inspecting the site of an explosion at the city’s waste treatment plant on Lowellville Road. Thursday’s explosion sent two to the hospital with burns over 80 percent of their bodies.
Cities have muscle
Opinion: By Gar Alperovitz McClatchy-Tribune Cities are financially strapped today, but many are adopting
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Romeo and Juliet,” 7:30 p.m.: Last chance to see this Shakespeare
Consumer bureau begins taking complaints about accounts
Los Angeles Times WASHINGTON The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on Thursday began taking
After prison, a second chance
Opinion: After prison, a second chance Columbus Dispatch: Society needs to punish crime, but when people
First slots arrive at Cleveland casino
Associated Press CLEVELAND A casino spokeswoman says slot machines have arrived at the first
Wendy’s plans airier restaurant look
Associated Press NEW YORK Wendy’s Co. is betting that a sleek new look for its restaurants,
Betras faces primary test
Opinion: With the primary on Tuesday, Mahoning County Democratic Party candidates are pulling out all the
Dems seek cash, votes in clash over insurance coverage for birth control
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., says some Republicans are “waging
‘I’m not a hero’
Associated Press CHARDON An assistant football coach credited with chasing a teenage gunman from
2 Western journalists buried in Syria
Associated Press BEIRUT Two Western journalists killed in the Syrian city of Homs last week were
Hiring rises; spending is weak
Associated Press WASHINGTON Steady declines in applications for unemployment aid are pointing to
CHICAGO STYLE
Canfield graduate Bryanne Halfhill is senior leader on unbeaten UC basketball team By MATTHEW
Phantoms can make big playoff push against USA
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Although the Youngstown Phantoms cannot clinch their first USHL playoff
Mandel developing ‘rescue plan’
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel, a Republican
Board: Petitions can be circulated
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The Ohio Ballot Board has cleared the way for a group
Get out of Afghanistan now
Opinion: Most wars have a turning point that either signals the road to victory or the ditch of defeat. In
30-year mortgage rate falls to 3.90%
Associated Press WASHINGTON The average rate on the 30-year mortgage edged down this week to
Repayment would ‘force bankruptcy’
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning-Youngstown Community Action
Kenseth hopes history repeats itself in Phoenix
NASCAR Wire Service When Matt Kenseth won his first Daytona 500 in 2009, he followed it with the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 22.11 —.10 Avalon
Speaking for the trees
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers From the day it was published, Dr. Seuss’ environmental
There is time, and there are ways to save postal centers
Editorial: Not that we didn’t suspect as much, but it is now clear that the U.S. Postal Service was only going
Fingerling fish sale set for late April
Staff report youngstown Mahoning Soil and Water Conservation District, 850 Industrial Road,
No perfect candidate in the field
Opinion: Two related questions have dominated this year’s bitter Republican presidential race: Is front-
Birthdays
Birthdays Actor John Cullum (“Northern Exposure”) is 82. Author Tom Wolfe is 82. Actor Jon Finch
Get money out of politics
Opinion: Get money out of politics I believe that a constitutional amendment should be enacted in which
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Matthew N. Sam, 37, of 1645 Westwind Place,
“four weddings” (10 p.m., tlc): The nutty nuptials continue on “Four
“four weddings” (10 p.m., tlc): The nutty nuptials continue on “Four Weddings,” where a Chicago
Poland briefs
Bonding with Babies and Books The Poland library will host Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies
Austintown briefs
Attend PS2sday at library The Austintown library will host video gaming for teens in grades 7-12
Smooth sailing at Poland library
The Poland library is under attack by an armada of sailing ships with one intent: to make patrons
Boardman-Poland Junior Women’s League hosts party
The Boardman-Poland Junior Women’s League will host its third annual St. Patrick’s Day Party
Poland speech team competes in tournament
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Area speech teams gathered at Boardman High School on Feb. 17 with
Dobbins daughters dine with dads
Dads and daughters gathered at Dobbins Elementary on Feb. 23 to celebrate girls that rock. It was part of the biannual Dad-Daughter Night hosted by the school’s PTO.
Valley students take care of business
Twelve Information Technology students from the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center students
Boardman sports briefs
BGMS boys lash Liberty The Glenwood eighth-grade boys capped off their season with a 48-21 win
Middle school wrestlers advance to state
Boardman Center wrestler Mario Graziani (114 pounds) and Glenwood’s Danny Boerio (120) each
Canfield relay swim teams compete at state
Two Canfield boys relay teams finished in the top 10 during the finals of the Division II state
Boardman wrestlers headed to state tourney
Boardman High senior Nico Graziani defeated Justin Kresevic of Solon, 5-3, to win the 160-pound
SJIHM presents basket raffle
St. Joseph and Immaculate Heart of Mary (SJIHM) will host a Home and School Basket Raffle next
Canfield briefs
DeRose named to Dean’s list Michael DeRose has been named to the Dean’s List for the College of
Valley students take care of business
Twelve Information Technology students from the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center students
Band dinner features music and meatballs
Attendees of the Canfield Band Parents annual Pasta Dinner and Chinese auction not only enjoyed a hearty pasta meal on a cold, windy winter day, they were also treated to the musical talents of the Canfield schools bands.
Youngstown Y-Neptune swim team enjoys successful season
The Youngstown Y-Neptune swim team that practices and competes out of the YMCA Central Branch in
Boardman-Poland Junior Women’s League hosts party
The Boardman-Poland Junior Women’s League will host its third annual St. Patrick’s Day Party
Valley students take care of business
Twelve Information Technology students from the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center students
Conservative blogger Breitbart dies at age 43
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Andrew Breitbart used the Internet relentlessly to ignite political
Davis Love III shoots 64 at Honda Classic
Associated Press PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. The more putts he makes, the more confidence he has
oddly enough
oddly enough Utah woman gives birth to third Leap Day baby PROVO, Utah In one of the rarest
Michigan GOP changes delegate award after vote
Associated Press LANSING, Mich. Michigan GOP officials have raised a ruckus in the presidential
Same-sex marriage legalized in Md.
Associated Press BELTSVILLE, Md. Maryland became the eighth state to legalize gay marriage
Despite customer backlash, banks quietly add more fees
Associated Press NEW YORK Big banks, facing declining revenues and a regulatory climate that
Years Ago
Today is Friday, March 2, the 62nd day of 2012. There are 304 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Spending on building decreases 0.1 percent
Associated Press WASHINGTON A sharp drop in commercial building projects caused a slight decline
Redbox, Universal renew 28-day deal
Redbox, Universal renew 28-day deal LOS ANGELES Cut-rate rental DVD kiosk operator Redbox said
‘Project X’ Hangover starts before party ends
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers “Project X” is the movie equivalent of that good-looking,
Ministry begins 2012 sponsorship program
Staff report AUSTINTOWN Second Chance Community Outreach Ministry, 1747 S. Raccoon Road, Suite
2 Afghan soldiers shoot, kill 2 American troops
Associated Press KABUL Two U.S. troops were gunned down by two Afghan soldiers and an
Telecom groups fight back against free text-messaging
Associated Press BARCELONA, Spain Just past the security gate for the world’s largest cellphone
N. Korean nuclear envoy to visit US
N. Korean nuclear envoy to visit US SEOUL, South Korea In another sign of warming relations
METRO DIGEST || Blaze damages Hubbard’S Ball Corp.
Blaze damages Hubbard plant Hubbard Firefighters were on the scene for more than two hours
newsmakers
newsmakers Autopsy: Davy Jones died of heart attack WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. An autopsy confirms
Infamous brothel’s madam dies at 84
Associated Press HOUSTON The last madam of the infamous Texas brothel that inspired the movie
POLICE CALLS for Liberty, Girard and Hubbard
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Liberty, Girard and Hubbard: LIBERTY
Some seek end to ban on gay marriage
Associated Press COLUMBUS Backers of gay marriage in Ohio are taking another step to try to
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing West Side Community Center, 304 Matta Ave., clothing giveaway for men, women and
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Youngstown Neighborhood Charter Review Committee, public meeting room 4, 10 a.m.
Lloyd students enjoy hammer time with dad
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Lloyd students spent some quality time with dads, grandpas and male
Area bus mechanics receive new training
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Bus mechanics from school districts around Columbiana, Mahoning
Union all-stars take on Steelers in basketball
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com In the halls of Union Elementary, a trend of wearing black and
Fitch speech team sends three more to nationals
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Area speech teams gathered at Boardman High School on Feb. 17 with
Youngstown Neptune swimmers set records
The Youngstown Y-Neptune swim team that practices and competes out of the YMCA Central Branch in
Dads and daughters dance at Union
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The party at Union Elementary on Feb. 23 was evident in the thump
Fitch girls bowlers four pins short of state
The Fitch girls bowling team fell four pins short of advancing to its 12th state tournament
Career center offers shale safety training
Adult Career Education at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center is helping individuals
Poland diver competes at state championships
Poland High junior Celia Melillo finished in 22nd place in the Division II girls state diving
Watson PTA hosts Mardi Gras ball
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Watson students came dressed in their best Mardi Gras gear in
Bailey third in 100 butterfly at state
Staff report All season, Boardman junior Ryan Bailey has been able to get an early lead in the
Boardman briefs
Large named to Dean’s List Sarah Large, a senior in the John. G. Rangos, Sr. School of Health
Dog sled racing team visits Glenwood Middle
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com While learning about the Iditarod dog sled race in their social
Career center offers shale safety training
Adult Career Education at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center is helping individuals
Youngstown Neptune swimmers set records
The Youngstown Y-Neptune swim team that practices and competes out of the YMCA Central Branch in
Career center offers shale safety training
Adult Career Education at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center is helping individuals
Sophomore heads to state wrestling tourney
Canfield wrestler Korey Frost (31-4) pinned his way through the first day of the Division II
Little Listeners celebrate bunnies
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Guests to the “Little Listeners with Laura” story time at Boardman
Canfield Troop marks Scout Sunday
Boy Scout Troop 25 chartered to Canfield United Methodist Church recognized Scouting Anniversary
Lloyd learns to conquer ‘sugar monsters’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Austintown dentist James Ramunno visited Lloyd Elementary on Feb.
Austintown sports briefs
Golf event set for this summer The annual Pink Ribbon Gold Classic will be held at Tippecanoe
Canfield sports briefs
Canfield soccer leagues taking registrations The Canfield Soccer Club is now taking registrations
Career center offers shale safety training
Adult Career Education at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center is helping individuals
Bus mechanics receive new training
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Bus mechanics from school districts around Columbiana, Mahoning
Canfield advances 10 junior high wrestlers to state
Ten Canfield wrestlers advanced to the OAC Junior High state tournament March 10-11 at the Covelli
Bus mechanics receive new training
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Bus mechanics from school districts around Columbiana, Mahoning
Thursday, March 1 (123 stories)
Man killed on North Side in dispute over electricity, police say
What began as a dispute over electricity ended Thursday with the city’s sixth homicide of the year.
Man sentenced to 2 years for semen-tainted yogurt
Man sentenced to 2 years for semen-tainted yogurt ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A grocery store worker
BMV hours reduced today, Saturday
BMV hours reduced today, Saturday YOUNGSTOWN The Bureau of Motor Vehicles, including deputy
Former Bronco won’t testify at sex assault trial
Former Bronco won’t testify at sex assault trial CASTLE ROCK, Colo. (AP) — Former Denver Broncos
2 more Ohio men charged in adoptive kid rape case
2 more Ohio men charged in adoptive kid rape case TROY, Ohio (AP) — Two Ohio men who police say
1 student dead, 1 hurt in Chicago school stabbings
1 student dead, 1 hurt in Chicago school stabbings CHICAGO (AP) — Officials say one student has
Kevin Harris of Warren gets 7 years-plus in Ponzi scheme
Kevin Harris of Warren gets 7 years-plus in Ponzi scheme CLEVELAND Federal Judge Lesley Wells
More violent weather ahead for damaged communities
More violent weather ahead for damaged communities HARRISBURG, Ill. (AP) — Crews cleared
Crashed Coast Guard chopper raised from Ala. bay
Crashed Coast Guard chopper raised from Ala. bay MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Authorities have hauled the
Report: Retirement payouts cost local Ohio governments big bucks
Report: Reitirement payouts cost local Ohio governments big bucks
Some West Siders without power due to tree falling on power line
Some West Siders without power due to tree falling on power line
Health plan's demise costs Pa. more, advocates say
Health plan's demise costs Pa. more, advocates say
President Obama speaks with Chardon High School principal
President Obama speaks with Chardon High School principal
Lordstown Board of Public Affairs has special meeting Friday
Lordstown Board of Public Affairs has special meeting Friday
Pa. judge sets hearing to determine if dog dangerous
Pa. judge sets hearing to determine if dog dangerous
Tax relief proposed for small Cleveland music clubs
Tax relief proposed for small Cleveland music clubs
BPJWL plans celebration for St. Patrick’s Day
STRUTHERS The Boardman-Poland Junior Women’s League invites the public to join members for its
Women’s history celebration to feature Geewax as speaker
WARREN Planning has begun for the 26th annual Trumbull County Women’s History Dinner Celebration,
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Jaret and Jennifer (Myers) Gibbons of Ellwood City, Pa., are announcing the birth of their second
St. Anne Church to sell pirogi Friday
St. Anne Church to sell pirogi Friday AUSTINTOWN St. Anne Ukrainian Catholic Church, 4310 Kirk
Free workshop next week on Marcellus Shale drilling
Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture (PASA), in collaboration with the Sisters of the Humility of Mary, Penn Environment and the Mountain Watershed Association, will have a workshop from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. next Thursday at Villa Maria Community Center, 225 Villa Maria Road, on advocacy on issues related to the drilling of the Marcellus Shale.
Man steals TV from Boardman Kmart in truck with stolen plates
Police are looking for a man who reportedly kicked open the back door of a Kmart store and ran out with a television.
Hermitage couple’s terrier earns high praise at Westminster
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com hermitage, pa. He’s a small-town dog that bow- wowed the
Struthers ousts Mooney
Ravenna stuns Lakeview with buzzer beater By jon moffett sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN Joe
Boardman's GOLDEN GRAZIANI
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Hughes questions Greene’s eligibility
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Former Youngstown Police Chief Jimmy Hughes, a
FOP leader criticizes Mahoning County commissioners
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The president of the union that represents
Rebels win nail-biter; Lowellville cruises
By matthew peaslee mpeaslee@vindy.com BEAVER TWP Ask Western Reserve’s April Lude if she’d
Mahoning County hotel bed-tax decision tabled until after election
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN After hearing a chorus of protest from
Dupuis, Fleury lift Penguins over Stars
Associated Press Dallas Pascal Dupuis converted in the fourth round of the shootout and the
Pilgrim Collegiate Church to be torn down; hope for the Peck House
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown With no identified use and a hefty bill to
Top-seeded LaBrae, No. 5 Berkshire will meet again
By doug chapin sports@vindy.com HOWLAND A rematch of last year’s championship game in the
More Youngstown-Mahoning County mergers may be coming
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A tentative agreement to have Mahoning County
Jackson-Milton, Mathews finish strong, will meet in sectional final
By Jim Flick sports@vindy.com Warren The boys basketball teams from Jackson-Milton and Mathews
Youngstown burglar tells judge he stole to support 11 siblings
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A 19-year-old city man told the court he
Military men, women take advantage of bonus payments
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Nearly 55,000 Ohio military men and women have taken
Applause! Applause!
The area’s high school auditoriums will come alive with musicals and plays this winter and spring.
One guard killed, one missing along with $2M in heist
Associated Press PITTSBURGH More than $2 million is missing from an armored car, along with a
7 coal-powered plants to close in Ohio and Pa.
By Chelsea Miller cmiller@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The closure of seven coal-powered plants in
Reps to introduce bill to restore cuts
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN State Reps. Ronald V. Gerberry and Sean J. O’Brien plan to introduce
ENTERTAINING THOUGHTS
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Firm to highlight district
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown The Austintown School District is rolling out a
Selected local stocks
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Lady Gaga launches youth foundation
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N. Korea: We will halt nuke activity
Associated Press WASHINGTON North Korea raised hopes Wednesday for a major easing in nuclear
Police investigate two home invasions
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown police are investigating two
MORE ABOUT JEFF
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Romney: Obama has failed
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS GOP front-runner Mitt Romney said stopping Iran from
Top Hat adds performance of ‘57th Street’
Staff report youngstown To satisfy demand for tickets, Top Hat Productions has added a
Super Bowl MVP Ward eighty-sixed as Steelers purge salary
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Hines Ward’s constant, ear-to-ear smile tucked behind a black
METRO DIGEST || Break-in at Poland store
Break-in at store POLAND Village police are investigating a break-in at the Poland Gas & Food
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, March 1, the 61st day of 2012. There are 305 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Children’s fitness
Children’s fitness BOARDMAN Go for It!, a children’s weight-management and fitness program co-
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
newsmakers
newsmakers Lady Gaga causes sensation at Harvard CAMBRIDGE, Mass. Lady Gaga is causing quite a
Edens Edge hopes to rise to new musical heights
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American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630
American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630 Fri: Ice n’ Spice, 7-11
Warm winter can’t stop annual Ice Wine Festival
Staff report MADISON The Ice Wine Festival was in danger because of the warm weather, but Mother
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
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The future is now for Asleep
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com For the better part of the last decade, Youngstown’s
ROC seeking gently used sneakers
Staff report SALEM The ROC of Salem is seeking donations of gently used sneakers in an effort to
“awake” (10 p.m., nbc): Will “Awake” arouse audiences or put them to sleep?
“awake” (10 p.m., nbc): Will “Awake” arouse audiences or put them to sleep? It’s a surreal, complex
Promotion to aid children’s hospital
Promotion to aid children’s hospital Boardman Bella’s to Go in Boardman, in conjunction with
Rocking out at the Hard Rock
David G. Ward of Austintown recently resumed his pursuit of music after taking some years off and
Pickle juice against heartburn
Q. Recently, I had heartburn that was painful but not devastating. This doesn’t happen to me often,
Basic training delivers peace to Tribe’s Choo
Associated Press GOODYEAR, Ariz. Shin-Soo Choo found inner peace in a most unexpected place.
Storms kill at least 12 in 3 states
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Ill. A pre-dawn twister flattened entire blocks of homes in a small
Egypt sets May presidential vote
Egypt sets May presidential vote CAIRO Egypt on Wednesday set a May date for its first free
POLICE CALLS FOR BOARDMAN, POLAND, CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships, Canfield and
Davy Jones of The Monkees dies at age 66 of heart attack
Associated Press WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. Davy Jones, the diminutive heartthrob who rocketed to
Exotic-animal preserve in Ohio leased for drilling
The expected boom in natural-gas drilling could extend to the Wilds, an outdoor exotic-animal preserve established by a consortium of zoos in eastern Ohio.
Trial date set for Craigslist suspect
Associated Press AKRON The trial of a man suspected in the shooting deaths of three people who
Spectacular single-car crash sends 2 passengers to hospital
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A car northbound on Market Street swerved in
Springfield, South Range win to earn another date
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com Salem The Springfield High boys basketball team and their
Sullinger lifts No. 10 OSU over Northwestern
Associated Press Evanston, Ill. Jared Sullinger banked in a turnaround shot with 3.1 seconds
Pa. House puts brakes on ultrasound bill
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. A Republican-sponsored bill in the Pennsylvania House to
Batted ball strikes Pirates’ Burnett’s face
Associated Press BRADENTON, FLA. Pirates pitcher A.J. Burnett was struck in the face by a batted
Chardon school shooting suspect described as ‘fine person’
Associated Press CHARDON The teenager suspected in an Ohio school shooting struggled with a
HOCKEY BASICS
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND Third-graders Lucas Shaffer and Will Blumel passed
Woods tries staredown with reporter over book
Associated Press PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. Tiger Woods had a terse exchange with a magazine
Internet taxes slipping away
Opinion: The Huntsville (Ala.) Times: Alabama politicians someday may be faced with a decision over whether
Phantoms and circus tickets at food drive
Staff report youngstown The Youngstown Phantoms are partnering with Feld Entertainment and the
Knicks storm back, defeat Cavs
Associated Press NEw York Jeremy Lin checked back in, triggering the wave of cheers that
Shoplifting suspects to appear in court
Staff report BOARDMAN Several people accused in separate shoplifting cases — including the theft
Defense: Ex-DA is too smart for forgery
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Republican state Sen. Jane Orie began her career as a prosecutor and
State sues Youngstown company over failure to fulfill magazine subscriptions
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced a lawsuit against
Super PACs can’t crown a king
Opinion: “Super PAC donors acting as kingmakers in presidential contest” - The Washington Post, Feb. 22,
Region will fare quite well in capital projects funding
Editorial: When Gov. John Kasich first broached the idea of a special commission being given the responsibility
Knaus is suspended for six races
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. NASCAR issued steep penalties against five-time NASCAR
ODNR grants permits for 2 wells in Valley
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has granted permits for two new Utica Shale wells to Chesapeake Exploration LLC, a subsidiary of Oklahoma City-based Chesapeake Energy Corp.
New website design for Youngstown Foundation
New website design for Youngstown Foundation YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Foundation has launched a
America must mend its ways
Opinion: America must mend its ways The Feb. 24 letter, “Reciting a long list of dislikes” is typical of
NEw movies this week
NEw this week Dr. Seuss’ the Lorax (PG) In this animated film, a 12-year-old boy searching for
Religion, politics don’t mix
Opinion: By Faheem Younus Baltimore Sun Watching Rick Santorum rise in the polls by positioning himself
oddly enough
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Medical tattoos offer important information Tattoos for health
By MARIA SUDEKUM Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. Tattoos have long served as fashion
God gap separates believers, nonbelievers
Opinion: There have been many “gaps” in modern politics. There is the gender gap, the generation gap and now
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Harvey” by Mary Chase, Trinity Playhouse, 234 E. Lincoln Way, Lisbon. Stage
A danger to all immigrants
Opinion: If Mitt Romney becomes the next president of the United States and honors his latest vow to turn the
HMHP opens expansion of Boardman pavilion
By Chelsea Miller cmiller@vindy.com Boardman Humility of Mary Health Partners Physician
Lucky picker takes home the grand prize
The Vindictor’s Pick the Oscar Winners contest Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Debbie McKinney of
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