Boardman native earns scholarship at Miami (Ohio)

Boardman native earns scholarship at Miami (Ohio)

Boardman native John H. Watkins, a senior chemical engineering-paper science major, at Miami University, received one of four Williams Leadership Scholarships in the amount of $24,000 at the annual Student Recognition Dinner this spring at the Shriver Center on Miami’s Oxford campus.

Watkins was selected for this prestigious scholarship based on superior academic ability and demonstrated creativity and leadership skills.

More than 40 students from the Paper Engineering program received recognition for merit-based scholarships received during the 2011-12 academic year. More than $250,000 in total scholarships from the Paper Science Foundation were awarded during the year.

Wearing your bike helmet could get you free ice cream

The Boardman Optimists, Boardman Dairy Queen and Boardman Police are sponsoring a Bike Helmet Safety program this summer for Valley children.

During June, July and August, officers will be handing out “sweet citations” to children seen wearing their bike helmets. These citations can be redeemed for a free small ice cream cone at the Boardman DQ, located at 6120 Market Street.

Primerica insurance office moves to location in Boardman

George L Gable, a regional vice president with Primerica, Inc., has expanded his office and moved to 7087 West Blvd. in Boardman. Primerica is the largest independent financial services marketing company in North America.

People interested in learning more about Primerica may contact George Gable at 330-629-2780.

Bonding with babies and books

The Boardman library will host Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books for babies 6-23 months on June 7 at 10 a.m. The program will include developmentally-appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help children become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Find hidden treasures

The Boardman library invites children of all ages to search for hidden treasure buried in the sand. Find the treasure and receive a hand stamp or a stick. During library hours through summer.

Family Story Time set

The Boardman library will host Family Story Time on June 26 at 10 a.m. Children of all ages are invited to join in on the stories and fun. Parents are also invited to join their children in this 30-minute program.

Stamping Stampede set

The Boardman library will be hosting Stamping Stampede for children ages 4-6 on June 14 at 2 p.m. Make a gift for you and your dad just in time for Father’s Day. The program will last one hour.

Dream at the library

The Boardman library will host Olympic Dreams on June 26 at 2 p.m. Go for the gold with fun and games, everyone wins. For children of all ages.

Swap puzzles at the library

Have a jigsaw puzzle you’ve already conquered? Want to trade off for a puzzle from another enthusiast? The Boardman library will host a Jigsaw Puzzle Swap on June 13 at 5 p.m. Puzzle enthusiasts needing information can contact the development office at 330-740-6086.

TAB meeting set

The Boardman library will host it’s monthly TAB (Teen Advisor Board) meeting on June 6 at 6:30 p.m. TAB meets the first Wednesday of every month at the Boardman library and is for teens grade 7-12. Newcomers are always welcome.

Cardinal Mooney student awarded scholarship

Cardinal Mooney senior Steve Perry, was awarded a $750 scholarship recently at the Boardman Civic Association’s annual banquet. Steve is the son of Brian and Michele Perry of Boardman.

Library presents family story time

The Boardman library will host family story time on Wednesday at 10 a.m. Children of all ages are invited to hear stories and play Bingo. Preschoolers must attend with an adult.

Boardman to host middle school concert

The Boardman Middle Schools will present a fifth, sixth and seventh-grade spring band concert on Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the Boardman High School Performing Arts Center.

This concert will feature the fifth, sixth and seventh-grade bands combined from both Center and Glenwood middle schools. Admission is $3 for adults, $3 for students and senior citizens and children under 10 are free.

Wound Care center relocates

The St. Elizabeth Boardman Wound Care Center has moved to 7010 South Ave., Suite 6 in Boardman. The new office, at the corner of South Avenue and Trailwood Drive, opened this morning and is convenient to Route 224 and Interstate 680, providing easier access for patients than its former DeBartolo Place office.

St. Elizabeth Wound Care Center specializes in providing comprehensive care for chronic, non-healing wounds using the latest treatments and technologies. Treatment is tailored to each patient’s unique needs and requirements, and complements the care provided by the patient’s primary care physician.

The staff consists of physicians who specialize in the treatment of chronic wounds, nurses specially trained to care for patients with these wounds, and experienced technicians.

For more information, call St. Elizabeth Boardman Wound Care Center at 330-729-3175.

Italian Fest to be in August

The Greater Youngstown Italian Fest will be held on Aug. 3-5 in downtown Youngstown. The festival is now accepting applications for the Italian Man and Woman of the Year.

Applications for scholarships are also available. Applicants must be attending Youngstown State University in order to be eligible for these scholarships. Deadline for applications is June 1. For more information and applications, contact Arlene DeChellis at 330-726-8019.