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Tuesday, April 30 (98 stories)
Phantoms force Game 5
Phantoms force Game 5 YOUNGSTOWN Austin Cangelosi scored the game-winning goal and John Padulo
Boil advisory issued in Brookfield
Due to a water-main break, a precautionary boil-water advisory has been issued for areas of Brookfield Township until further notice.
Forensic pathologist Cyril Wecht, 85% of Americans still dispute JFK killing report
Noted forensic pathologist Dr. Cyril Wecht said 85 percent of 2,200 Americans recently polled don’t believe the Warren Commission’s report on the assassination of President John F. Kennedy ... and neither does he.
DB Cooper parachute packer ID’d as homicide victim
DB Cooper parachute packer ID’d as homicide victim SEATTLE (AP) — The man who packed the
Steubenville teen rape case grand jury finishes 1st day
Steubenville teen rape case grand jury finishes 1st day STEUBENVILLE, Ohio (AP) — An eastern Ohio
Boston bombing suspect’s widow wants body released
The widow of one of the Boston Marathon bombing suspects will ask the Massachusetts medical examiner to release his body to his family, her attorney said today.
Woman dies in Niles house fire
A 70-year-old woman died in a fire at her house on Ohio Avenue near Waddell Park NILES A
Ohio attorney general seeks to close sweepstakes parlor
Attorney general alleges the Austintown sweepstakes parlor is violating the state’s moratorium
NJ couple faces federal child abuse charges
NJ couple faces federal child abuse charges NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — An Army major and his wife are
Ohio archbishop offers support over class shooting
Ohio archbishop offers support over class shooting CINCINNATI (AP) — The Roman Catholic archbishop
Boil-water advisory in effect for portion of Brookfield
Boil-water advisory in effect for portion of Brookfield Brookfield Due to a water main break, a
Starbucks poison suspect arrested
Starbucks poison suspect arrested SAN JOSE, Calif. — Police say a woman who allegedly poisoned two
Man who strangled wife gets 11 years in prison
Man who strangled wife gets 11 years in prison YOUNGSTOWN A man who pleaded guilty to
Fall beer festival coming to Youngstown
Plans are under way for a new, multi-day beer festival to be held this October in downtown Youngstown.
YSU must watch its dollars, outgoing university president says
YSU must watch its dollars, outgoing university president says Youngstown State University has to
REUNIONS
Chaney High School January and June Classes of 1946 will meet for breakfast at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at
Tri-state group plans weekend meetings
Tri-state group plans weekend meetings YOUNGSTOWN The Tri-State Conference of Councils IBPOEW

Beatitude House Green Clean provides a service and benefits workers
The co-op cleaning business currently has 12 participants.
Woman sues village and fired police chief, alleging excessive force
A woman has sued Craig Beach, a village councilwoman and a fired village police chief, alleging the former chief used excessive force against her in a traffic stop two years ago.

Jimenez dazzles as Indians blank Royals
Jimenez kept the Royals off balance in a start that brought back memories of the pitcher who once threw a no-hitter for the Colorado Rockies.
Warren council president transfers donated funds to Urban League
Council President Bob Dean has transferred the remaining $10,860 from the funeral-expenses bank account for the six teens who died in a car crash March 10 to the Greater Warren-Youngstown Urban League.
Pitcher’s home run sparks Brewers’ rout of Pirates
Gallardo also tossed three-hit ball over seven innings, retiring his final 13 batters.
Ursuline’s Davidson among YSU hires
Davidson joins Andrew Crane and Brenna Banktson on John Barnes’ coaching staff.
Website will allow the public to keep tabs on proposed rules and regulations
Site will track rules coming out of state agencies
Tebow’s time runs out in New York
Tebow was waived Monday morning, the end of an embarrassingly unsuccessful one-season experiment in New York.
Abductor of 3-year-old gets five years’ probation
A man who abducted his 3-year-old son will be on probation for five years and must perform 500 hours of community service.

Fugitive home invader gets 81 1/2 years in prison.
Lexter Williams, the fugitive armed home invader captured in Philadelphia, got 81 1/2 years in prison when he was resentenced Monday.

Search for Niles school time capsule comes up empty
A huge search party armed with metal detectors and shovels uncovered a number of rusting artifacts Monday evening buried in the front lawn of the old Niles McKinley High School, but not the one everyone was looking for: the Class of 1964 time capsule.

Robert McKay has 133 merit badges, soon to have 135
The Eagle scout is inspired by his father, Judge Wyatt McKay
Vehicular homicide brings six-months’ incarceration; five-year driver’s license suspension.
A man who was convicted by a jury last week of vehicular homicide in the death of a local social worker has been sentenced to six months of incarceration, concurrent with a five-year prison term he’s now serving for an unrelated aggravated robbery with a firearm specification.

Collins first U.S. male in major sport to come out as gay
With the simplest of sentences, NBA veteran Jason Collins set aside years of worry and silence.
US loans from China at issue
Despite what you may have heard, China isn’t the country’s biggest creditor. America is.
GAme 3 notebook
GAme 3 notebook Special teams: Three of the Phantoms goals were scored during their seven power-
K.O. DRUGS BOXING
K.O. DRUGS BOXING When: May 6 and May 20; June 3 and June 10 (championships) Where: St. Lucy’s
Avalanche claim first pick in NHL draft
Avalanche claim first pick in NHL draft TORONTO The Colorado Avalanche have won the NHL draft
A gimmick to cure sequester pain
Opinion: WASHINGTON How predictable was that? Sequestration starts to pinch — and pinch the middle class —
The entitlements game
Opinion: By Caroline Poplin McClatchy-Tribune Republicans (and, alas, some Democrats) believe that the
‘Family Tools’ actor tries again
By Rick Bentley The Fresno Bee PASADENA, Calif. If nothing else, Kyle Bornheimer keeps
Pending sales of homes reach three-year high
Associated Press WASHINGTON The number of Americans who signed contracts to buy homes rose in
As studios and audiences prepare for those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer movies, let’s
As studios and audiences prepare for those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer movies, let’s look back
Crime-fighting in Youngstown is going into high gear — again
Editorial: On the heels of a very successful war on crime in the city of Warren, which came on the heels of a
Goodyear, union begin contract talks
Associated Press AKRON With the backdrop of an uncertain economy, shrinking unions and company
NPR radio show simulcast in theaters this week ‘Wait’ is over
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers ORLANDO, Fla. You might think that putting the NPR News
YSU Dance Ensemble offers spring concert
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State University Dance Ensemble will present its annual
No room for art in the welfare state
Opinion: Someone called politics ”the art of the possible.” But, in the era of the modern welfare state,
Sequester is killer
Opinion: By Karen N. HALL McClatchy-Tribune If the government does not bring an end to the sequestration,
Police interrogate building’s owner
Police interrogate building’s owner SAVAR, Bangladesh A Bangladesh court on Monday gave police
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 31.50 .09 Avalon
Youngstown’s Yung Monsta to compete on BET show
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An act from Northeast Ohio will appear on the weekly talent competition
The season calls for caution
Opinion: The season calls for caution Steubenville Herald-Star: Yellow dandelions are popping up in yards
Curbstone Coaches honor area state champions
Honored were swimmer Ryan Bailey of Boardman High and wrestler Gabe Stark of Howland and the Canfield boys bowling team.
McKinley Heights man sentenced to life in prison
Charles M. Bland, 59, of 12th Street, Weathersfield Township, has been sentenced to life in prison with parole eligibility after 10 years on four counts of rape and other sex offenses.
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown City Council, finance committee, 4:45 p.m.; meeting 5:30 p.m., 26
Aircraft crash kills 7 in Afghanistan
Aircraft crash kills 7 in Afghanistan KABUL A civilian cargo aircraft crashed at Bagram Air
NHL playoffs wild, wide open during salary-cap era
Associated Press Sidney Crosby, Alex Ovechkin and Patrick Kane are as good as hockey players get.
Teen faces charge
Teen faces charge WARREN Police charged a 17-year-old resident of Wick Street Southeast with
Litke: Collins did his part; now it’s our turn
For starters, somebody in an NBA front office has to give Collins a job next season.
Christie: Obama kept promises on disaster aid
Associated Press HIGHLANDS, N.J. Gov. Chris Christie said Monday that President Barack Obama
Pig Iron Press to open bookstore
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A used bookstore will open Saturday in the Pig
newsmakers
newsmakers Jason Aldean files for divorce NASHVILLE, Tenn. Jason Aldean has filed for divorce.
ED RUNYAN | THE VINDICATOR
ED RUNYAN | THE VINDICATOR Richard L. Baglier, 65, was found dead late Saturday inside the door of
Gay teacher fights to be rehired at Catholic school
Associated Press A gay teacher who said she was fired by an Ohio Catholic school after her
Gulas: Loew-trained fighters going to nationals
Vic Toney and John Gregory won Cleveland Golden Gloves titles.
New administrator to focus on YSU enrollment
YSU enrollment has dropped the last two years after near-record numbers in previous years
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS, Bankruptcies
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Brendan P. Fitzgerald, 26, of 212 B. 132nd St., Belle
City council will consider park and rec purchases
One proposal would be to spend up to $100,000 for a park pavilion
Street closing
Street closing Youngstown North Chestnut Street, also known as Symphony Place, between Commerce
green clean
green clean The details Beatitude House Green Clean is a cleaning business, serving commercial
Battling psoriasis with a cup of tea
Q. Your readers did it again! I’ve been drinking oolong tea for more than a month now, and the
US consumers boost spending
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans kept increasing their spending in March, and their income
Red Cross offers baby-sitter training
Red Cross offers baby-sitter training POLAND Boardman Park is offering the Red Cross babysitter
The three Youngstown Democratic mayoral candidates answered questions
Two said they don’t endorse the anti-fracking amendment on the May 7 ballot
Loan program
Loan program COLUMBUS The demand for community-based health care services is high in Ohio.
Joyce Koellner uses a “shine mop” to demonstrate how it’s used to make quick work
Joyce Koellner uses a “shine mop” to demonstrate how it’s used to make quick work of washing walls.
birthdays
birthdays Actress Cloris Leachman is 87. Singer Willie Nelson is 80. Actor Burt Young is 73.
Plane debris believed to be from 9/11 is from wing
Associated Press NEW YORK The rusted metal aircraft part believed to be from one of the
oddly enough
oddly enough NY college crew team finds giant floating ‘head’ POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. Anyone lose
Breast Cancer Study cites risks in delaying treatment
By Karen Kaplan Los Angeles Times It stands to reason that the longer a woman waits to start
President is changing the nation
Opinion: President is changing the nation I am keeping a close watch on the White House and the Congress,
HELP HOTLINE CRISIS CENTER
HELP HOTLINE CRISIS CENTER Help Hotline’s mission is to provide crisis intervention, suicide
Monday, April 29 (79 stories)
Phantoms stun Fighting Saints
Phantoms stun Fighting Saints YOUNGSTOWN John Padulo scored two goals and Markus McCrea one as
Youngstown mayoral candidates field questions at forum
Youngstown mayoral candidates field questions at forum YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning Valley Organizing
New administrator to focus on YSU enrollment
New administrator to focus on YSU enrollment New administrator to focus on YSU enrollment
Fugitive home invader gets 81 1/2 years in prison.
Fugitive home invader gets 81 1/2 years in prison. Fugitive home invader gets 81 1/2 years in
McKinley Heights man sentenced to life in prison
McKinley Heights man sentenced to life in prison McKinley Heights man sentenced to life in prison
Smoking in bed may have caused mobile home fire
Smoking in bed may have caused mobile home fire Smoking in bed may have led to mobile-home fire
Warren council president transfers donated funds to Urban League
Warren council president transfers donated funds to Urban League Warren council president
Officials, citizens attend session on state’s open records law
Officials, citizens attend session on state’s open records law YOUNGSTOWN — About 60 to 70
Weather postpones trade center’s ascent to tallest
Weather postpones trade center’s ascent to tallest
Authorities: Student shoots self in Ohio classroom
Authorities: Student shoots self in Ohio classroom
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Burghhill-Vernon Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will host a basket auction
Salem library plans puzzle exchange
Salem library plans puzzle exchange SALEM Jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts should make note of the

EPA methane report divides fracking camps even more
The Environmental Protection Agency has dramatically lowered its estimate of how much of a potent heat-trapping gas leaks during natural-gas production, in a shift with major implications for a debate that has divided environmentalists: Does the recent boom in fracking help or hurt the fight against climate change?

Walkers pound the pavement for autism
The words and a photo button on Pam Wells’ orange T-shirt explained why she drove all the way from her Kinsman home to walk in Howland Township Park in a cold Sunday afternoon rain.
YSU’s Mitzel medalist in HL women’s golf
YSU’s Mitzel medalist in HL women’s golf Howey-in-the-Hills, Fla. Sophomore Allison Mitzel had
Coitsville man flown to burn unit after setting self on fire
Trying to clear brush from his yard, a Coitsville man accidentally set himself on fire and was hospitalized.
Middle school says its goodbyes May 10
One school has already said its farewell, and now it's time for Frank Ohl alumni and staff to leave their building.

Daffodil Meadow reminds us that spring is here
Spring has arrived, the last snowfall is hopefully behind us and Daffodil Meadow in Mill Creek Park is blooming.
Goshen man dies in fire
Staff report GOSHEN TOWNSHIP Firefighters found a man dead after a fire damaged a home in Goshen
Supporters of the anti-fracking charter amendment say it protects people
Opponents say the language is too broad and will have a negative impact

Inspiring Minds tells kids about college and how to become successful adults
Inspiring Minds tells kids about college and how to become successful adults
Years Ago
Today is Monday, April 29, the 119th day of 2013. There are 246 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED

Guard Locks In Honors
Vince Jethroe stands in front of the Ohio State Penitentiary in Youngstown. Jethroe has been selected as a candidate for Ohio Corrections Officer of the year by his peers at the prison on the East Side that houses about 600 inmates. MADELYN P. HASTINGS | THE VINDICATOR
Gregory Scott Koonse
Gregory Scott Koonse ACCUSED OF Probation / Parole Absconder Height: 6’3” Weight: 240 Hair:
Playoffs to pit Pens againstSFlbIsles
Staff/wire report Jean-Gabriel Pageau scored the tiebreaking goal with 3:34 to play and the Ottawa
Stop sending the wrong message
Opinion: Stop sending the wrong message I am appalled at the isolation ist attitudes in this city. I can
Funding for 325 Trumbull County youth jobs available this summer
The Trumbull County Department of Job and Family Services will once again provide summer jobs to economically disadvantaged youths ages 15 to 24 in Trumbull County.
Riding with … Dave Blaney
Riding with … Dave Blaney Saturday: The Trumbull County native finished 23rd in Saturday’s Toyota
Three victims in Poland crash begin to improve
Staff report POLAND The conditions of three people seriously injured in a two-car crash on U.S.
BRAEASSIA V. PRESTLEY
BRAEASSIA V. PRESTLEY ACCUSED OF WEAPON OFFENSE Height: 5’5” Weight: 115 Hair: Black
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city, Austintown, Poland and
46th Curbstone Coaches Hall of Fame Banquet
The 46th Curbstone Coaches Hall of Fame Banquet will take place on Sunday with 13 new members set to
Fatal stabbing of girl prompts manhunt
Fatal stabbing of girl prompts manhunt san francisco Residents of a rural Northern California
12 die in campaign attacks
Los Angeles Times PESHAWAR, Pakistan At least 12 people were killed and 43 were injured Sunday
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Mahoning County Planning Commission Board, 1 p.m., conference room, 50 Westchester
ROBERT W. FISHER
ROBERT W. FISHER ACCUSED OF UNLAWFUL FLIGHT TO AVOID PROSECUTION, MURDER, ARSON Height: 6’
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Charanpreet Singh, 25, of 1821 N. Cranberry Lane,
Beginning in September, Yahoo! will become the exclusive online home of the massive 38-year
Beginning in September, Yahoo! will become the exclusive online home of the massive 38-year
DeWine to propose stricter gun sentences
DeWine to propose stricter gun sentences COLUMBUS Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and state
Girard robotics team looks forward after defeat at world championship
After a long year of competition and preparation, the Girard robotics team competed in the world championships, and made their goal of getting to the divisional finals.
Human rights abuses in Cuba
Opinion: Human rights abuses in Cuba Miami Herald: The State Department’s latest report on human-rights
More than just numbers in Ohio’s Medicaid debate
Associated Press TOLEDO The debate over whether Ohio should make health care coverage available
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Kansas woman runs into circus tiger in bathroom SALINA, Kan. A central Kansas
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘IM3’ rules the world; ‘Pain & Gain’ takes US LOS ANGELES “Iron Man 3” was the
Keystone a bad bet
Opinion: By Dan Becker and James Gerstenzang McClatchy-Tribune WASHINGTON President Obama is facing a
Mother of bomb suspects found a deeper spirituality
Associated Press BOSTON In photos of her as a younger woman, Zubeidat Tsarnaeva wears a low-cut
video game review
‘dead island riptide’ Grade: C Details: for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3; $49.99; PC, $39.99
Obama can’t ignore danger if Assad used chemical weapons
Editorial: President Barack Obama has been properly reticent about involving the United States in the Syrian
Bush library boosts legacy
Opinion: Presidential libraries, like the one that opened last week in Dallas honoring George W. Bush, serve
Per-student pre-K spending lowest in decade
Associated Press WASHINGTON State funding for pre-kindergarten programs had its largest drop
Without military jets, air shows cancel
Associated Press MILWAUKEE Dozens of air shows that draw tens of thousands of people and
artsy band takes a dark turn Flaming Lips open eyes
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com When The Black Keys’ people talked to The Flaming Lips’
Gifts to Muslim patients reflect faith, healing
By JoANNE VIVIANO Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS As Janae Johnson-Tyler watched her father rocking
Russian kids pawns in political clash
Opinion: By Howard Altstein Baltimore Sun Sen. Ben Cardin of Maryland recently met with the family of
Contract approval ends school strike in Strongsville district
Associated Press STRONGSVILLE Teachers and a suburban Cleveland school board have approved a
Signs of grown-ups in charge
Opinion: WASHINGTON Rep. Jeb Hensarling, R-Texas, chairman of the Financial Services Committee, has told
Willie Nelson, the accidental outlaw, at 80
By CHRIS TALBOTT AP Music Writer NASHVILLE, Tenn. America loves its outlaws, and few are as
Owner of collapsed building is captured in Bangladesh
Associated Press SAVAR, Bangladesh The fugitive owner of an illegally constructed building that
Army says no thanks to more tanks, but Congress insists
Associated Press WASHINGTON Built to dominate the enemy in combat, the Army’s hulking Abrams
State seeks nominations for Veterans Hall of Fame
Associated Press COLUMBUS The state’s Department of Veterans Services is urging nominations for
SUMMER JOBS
SUMMER JOBS Taking applications Applications will be accepted as follows: Wednesday: 3 to 6
Sunday, April 28 (109 stories)
Islanders are Pens’ first-round opponent
Islanders are Pens’ first-round opponent The Pittsburgh Penguins will open the 2013 Stanley Cup
Coitsville man in burn unit after catching himself on fire
Coitsville man in burn unit after catching himself on fire Staff report COITSVILLE A man was
DeWine to unveil plans for longer prison sentences for Ohioans convicted of gun crimes
DeWine to unveil plans for longer prison sentences for Ohioans convicted of gun crimes Staff
Guthrie dazzles as Royals beat Indians 9-0
Guthrie dazzles as Royals beat Indians 9-0 KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Jeremy Guthrie kept the Indians
Locke muffles Cardinals in Pirates’ 9-0 win
Locke muffles Cardinals in Pirates’ 9-0 win ST. LOUIS (AP) — Rookie Jeff Locke pitched seven
Girard RoboCats, Canfield Circuit Birds fare well at world robotics competition
Girard RoboCats advance to finals of World Competition but fall to Michigan and NH Staff report
YSU’s ‘Homework Express’ garners Emmy nomination
YSU’s ‘Homework Express’ garners Emmy nomination Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The National Academy
Man dies in fire at home in Goshen Township
Man dies in fire at home in Goshen Township Staff report GOSHEN TOWNSHIP Firefighters found a
Anti-fracking issue on May 7 ballot triggers controversy: Can it be enforced?
Anti-fracking issue on May 7 ballot triggers controversy: Can it be enforced? YOUNGSTOWN
New EPA methane report adds fuel to fiery fracking debate
New EPA methane report adds fuel to fiery fracking debate Associated Press PITTSBURGH The
Calling all Frank Ohl alumni: Take last look at school May 10
Calling all Frank Ohl alumni: Take last look at school May 10 Staff report AUSTINTOWN The
Know a heroic veteran? Nominate him or her for Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame
Know a heroic veteran? Nominate him or her for Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame Associated Press
120 ‘Pound the Pavement’ in Howland today for autism awareness
120 ‘Pound the Pavement’ in Howland today for autism awareness Staff report HOWLAND The
Eckenrodes mark 65th anniversary of their wedding
YOUNGSTOWN Mr. and Mrs. Jack Eckenrode of Youngstown recently celebrated their 65th wedding
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, open exercise at
SENIOR CITIZENS
Campbell High School January and June Classes of 1950 will meet at noon Wednesday at Bedford Trails.
Sister Jerome to be honored
At 96, the Ursuline nun is receiving recognition for her dedication to education.
GARDEN CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Mahoning will meet for a guest day luncheon at noon in the La Verando Room at Caff
Joe Lamp'l of PBS visits Fellows Gardens
Joe Lamp’l of PBS visits Fellows Gardens YOUNGSTOWN Joe Lamp’l, creator and host of PBS’
Strimbu fund plans 24th barbecue
The food and atmosphere make the event reminiscent of a full-on Texas barbecue.
Medical society alliance names Gem of the Year
The recipient has benefited the alliance and the community
Carville, Matalin work on joint memoir
Carville, Matalin work on joint memoir NEW YORK James Carville and Mary Matalin, political
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Clarett, Tressel and friends come back for a cause
MAURICE CLARETT, JIM TRESSEL and FRIENDS come back for a cause By Steve Wilaj sports@vindy.com
Two critical, three serious after head-on Poland collision
Five people went to St. Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown, two critically injured, and three seriously injured, after a two-car, head-on crash in a 55 mph zone on U.S. Route 224 in Poland Township.
Zordich, 3 YSU players ink deals
Three YSU players and Mooney’s Zordich were picked up as undrafted free agents.
Building at Babcock Lumber in Hubbard destroyed by fire
Staff report HUBBARD A Saturday morning fire that destroyed a building at Babcock Lumber, 6472
Ryan says he supports gay marriage
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles, D-13th, pledged his support to legalize gay
Ravens grab Mooney's Simon in 4th round
Blue-collar Simon believes he’ll fit right in with the Ravens.
3 Dems are running in Youngstown mayoral primary
The answers to the city’s problems aren’t easy, they say
NYPD’s Finest win while sporting Shockstrips in Warren
The New York Police Department Finest proudly displayed the Shockstrips as they took on the Cleveland Warriors in a matchup of first responders at Mollenkopf Stadium.
Dean, Graham display contrasting styles in Warren race
Democrats Bob Dean and Jim Graham have different visions for what the president of Warren City Council is supposed to do.
Inside the ropes with JASON KOKRAK
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Sunday: The Warren JFK graduate shot an uneven 73 in the
YMCA sponsors Healthy Kids Day
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com BOARDMAN When reaching for many of her ambitions, Jennel Benson
Sun shines on children’s charity event for cancer, autism
The second annual Austintown Park event supported the North Jackson-based Autistic Learning and A Way with Words foundations.
Area golf calendar
May 1-22 — Penn State-Behrend Summer Beginners Golf Sessions will be held Mondays and Wednesdays
5K benefits Easter Seals
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com BOARDMAN When they’re not playing with their toys, having fun

Landowners face challenges with new leasing rules
BP has been approved for unit operations for drilling across 658 acres in Mecca and Johnston townships, including the Zerovich farm in Mecca Township, above. The owner, who wished not to be named, was not opposed to drilling, but said he did not want to sign a lease because he was faced with limited options to protect a piece of farm land he recently revitalized.
Prep baseball results
Prep baseball results Eastlake North 1, Austintown Fitch 0 CLEVELAND The Rangers (12-4)
Reshaping manufacturing
Chicago Tribune The machine, no larger than a coffeemaker and encased in black like Darth Vader’s
Another view of the racino
Opinion: Another view of the racino In the fall of 2002, Austintown zoning board changed the zoning in an
Surplus food
Surplus food Stepping Into The Future Inc., 2905 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown. Food distributions
Winning giveaway entry means couple are ... GOING TO THE CHAPEL
Both have dealt with longtime life challenges.
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, April 28, the 118th day of 2013. There are 247 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Peter Richard Conte, 4 p.m.: Renowned pipe organist will present a
Area golf scores
MEN Transit Service League (Knoll Run) — Bob Zetts 35, Mike Dobos 38, Ken Bochenek 39, Ryan Rygiel
Russia caught bomb suspect on wiretap
Associated Press WASHINGTON Russian authorities secretly recorded a telephone conversation in
Fitch’s Sefcik commits to Akron
Sefcik is the first Falcon to earn a Division I scholarship in the four seasons that Stacie Cepin has been the Fitch head coach.
births
births ST. ELIZABETH HEALTH CENTER Amber and Jacob Arkwright, New Springfield, boy, April 26.
Puskas: Browns’ draft limps home after good start
There were a couple of curious moves by a team that always seems to need more bodies and has all kinds of salary-cap room to play with right now.
Area running events
May Saturday— Poland Rotary & Poland Schools Foundation for Educational Excellence Derby Dash 5K
High school softball results
Stow 2, Howland 1 AKRON Emily Price’s four hits included a double for the Tigers while Victoria
Motorcycle safety tips for new riders
Motorcycles are fun and fuel efficient. That’s not news to anyone who’s ridden one. But neither is
record reviews
Snoop Lion Album: “Reincarnated” (Vice/Mad Decent/RCA Records) Grade: A- It’s not just a name
Pop culture Q&A
Pop culture Q&A By Rich Heldenfels Q. I am still trying to understand how to watch the new
Mike Holmes takes on kitchens, baths
Mike Holmes takes on kitchens, baths Mike Holmes’ new book helps homeowners remodel their kitchens
IN SHORT SUPPLY
McClatchy Newspapers Gardeners can expect to find impatiens in short supply this year. A fast-
Burger King is on the upswing
Chicago Tribune Chris Ondrula runs Burger King’s second-largest franchise operation, so he can’t
Ask Mr. Know It All
Q. Did Peter Sellers break into show business as a funnyman? K.M., Brady, Texas A. No. Sellers’
You can be a part of region’s future
Opinion: By Hunter Morrison and John Getchey Special to The Vindicator We all have our reasons for loving
Recommended receivers to power soundbars
Q. You recently recommended two soundbar models from GoldenEar Technology and Definitive Technology.
Career paths & limelight
AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS Falcon Foundry Co., which manufactures high- conductivity copper and
Some venture capitalists rethink big bets on China
San Jose Mercury News Two years ago, it was one of the hottest areas in tech investing. Venture
Finalists for YSU presidency must clearly articulate vision
Editorial: On paper, at least, each of the three finalists for the presidency of Youngstown State University
newsmakers
newsmakers Eastwood says he’d love to be directing at age 105 NEW YORK Clint Eastwood may be
‘9 to 5’ works well for NCP
By Stephanie Ottey entertainment@vindy.com The actors and crew at the New Castle Playhouse may
Vote no on charter amendment
Editorial: Think of a city’s charter as a Con- stitution, a document that succinctly sets forth the principles
Yosemite’s backcountry
By JOHN PAIN Associated Press YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, Calif. A few loose, fist-sized rocks
publishers weekly BEST-SELLERS For the week ending April 21
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Whiskey Beach” by Nora Roberts (Putnam) 2. “Daddy’s Gone a Hunting” by
Easy Street Productions Pumped for ‘Pump Boys’
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It will be a reunion on stage — and probably in
birthdays
birthdays Actress-singer Ann- Margret is 72. Actress Marcia Strassman (“Welcome Back Kotter”) is
Camera never lies or blinks
Opinion: As the city of Youngstown cracks down on curfew violations with a new initiative aptly named “Do You
Impatiens alternatives
alternatives A disease called impatiens downy mildew is enough of a threat that many gardeners
ROSEMOND | Mom's problem is interpretation of behavior
McClatchy Newspapers Q. It seems our 1-year-old is showing willful disobedience. We tell him
Testing planned at former park
Associated Press GREEN SPRINGS Water and ground testing will begin next month at a former park
METRO DIGEST || Men’s Rally in Valley is Saturday
4th Men’s Rally Saturday at Covelli YOUNGSTOWN The fourth annual Men’s Rally in the Valley is
Hubbard buddies’ tribute to Seve
Opinion: There’s a thing about Hubbard guys, Tom Novosel will tell you. “We all have nicknames.” In
NATO crash kills 4; Taliban begin their spring offensive
Associated Press KABUL A NATO plane crash in southern Afghanistan killed four international
Charter captains help with Lake Erie testing for algae
Associated Press PORT CLINTON Charter captains on Lake Erie have been helping with the testing
Harvick makes the most of late sprint
Associated Press RICHMOND, VA. Kevin Harvick won Saturday night’s race at Richmond International
John Bassetti’s stories are sure to be missed
John Bassetti’s stories are sure to be missed As I got up this morning and headed for the front
Ohio to get official state artifact: pipe
Plain Dealer COLUMBUS Ohio has an official bird (cardinal), a
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Struthers First Ward Block Watch, 7 p.m., council chambers, Struthers Municipal
Barkley, three other QBs finally come off board
Associated Press NEW YORK This was one rush quarterbacks embraced. Starting with Matt Barkley,
Conditions no problem for Glover in Zurich
Associated Press AVONDALE, LA. After taking advantage of benign conditions early Saturday
Leases held by production creating legal hurdles
As development grows across the Utica shale so does litigation
Ohio casinos are divided on use of electronic cigarettes
Associated Press COLUMBUS Patrons wanting to use electronic cigarettes as an alternative to
Part is from type of jet used Sept. 11
Part is from type of jet used Sept. 11 NEW YORK A rusted piece of airplane landing gear
Red Cross delegates inspect Gitmo conditions
Miami Herald MIAMI International Red Cross delegates began inspecting conditions at the
Steelers pleased with 2013 draft class
Pittsburgh bolstered depth concerns on both sides of the ball.
Browns draftees
Browns draftees 1 (6) Barkevious Mingo, de, LSU. 3 (68) Leon McFadden, db, San Diego State.
COLUMBIANA COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints David Hall v. Liberty Mutual Fire, personal injury.
Miss. man charged in ricin-letters case
Associated Press BRANDON, Miss. An ex-martial arts instructor made ricin and put the poison in
Browns saved surprises for the final day of draft
The Browns traded two picks — one with the rival Pittsburgh Steelers — and used their final two selections in the seventh rounds on two Division II players.
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9
Funding seminars
Funding seminars warren The Warren Community Development department is offering two seminars
Saturday, April 27 (90 stories)
Fire destroys Babcock in Hubbard, but not rekindling, chief says
An early Saturday morning fire that destroyed a building at Babcock Lumber, 6472 Mount Everett Road, S.E., was separate from a Friday fire at the same building, and not a rekindling of Friday’s blaze, according to Ron Stanish, chief of the Eagle Joint Fire District.
UPDATE: 2 critical, 3 others serious after crash on U.S. 224
A 70-year-old Lowellville woman is in critical condition in St. Elizabeth Health Center and three other people were being treated there for serious injuries after a two-car, head-on crash this afternoon on U.S. Route 224 in Poland Township sent five people to the hospital, the Ohio State Highway Patrol says.
Kokrak shoots 73 in third round of Zurich Classic
The Warren JFK graduate had four birdies and two double bogeys Saturday.
29 pulled from collapsed Bangladesh factory today, but survivor voices weakening
Police in Bangladesh took six people into custody in connection with the collapse of a shoddily-constructed building that killed at least 348 people, as rescue workers admitted today that voices of survivors are getting weaker after four days of being pinned under the increasingly unstable rubble.
Boardman YM event provided fun, challenges and a spotlight on obesity
When reaching for many of her ambitions, Jennel Benson aims high, though when it comes to certain types of recreation, she’s more of a straight shooter.
Kids Shine for a Cure fundraiser in Austintown draws hundreds
Two North Jackson-based children’s charities enjoyed excellent weather today for a joint fund-raising event attended by more than 500 people in Austintown Township Park.
200 kids, adults turn out today for Easter Seals 5K
When they’re not playing with their toys, having fun in school or learning to dance, you might find 5-year-old sisters Ava and Gianna Sabatino taking long walks.
NATO crash kills 4 troops as Taliban announces spring killing surge
A NATO plane crash in southern Afghanistan killed four international troops on today, the same day the Taliban announced its spring offensive and said it will target military and diplomatic sites with suicide bombers and infiltrate enemy forces to conduct deadly insider attacks.
Miss. man charged today in ricin-laced letters to president, others
A Mississippi man was charged early today with making and possessing ricin for use as a weapon as part of the investigation into poison-laced letters sent to President Barack Obama and others, authorities said.
Youngstown Christian DE Dubose verbals to Kentucky
Youngstown Christian's Dubose verbals to Kentucky.

Katie Colucci, Zachery Cogley date set in May
Katie Colucci of Poland and Zachery Cogley of Canfield are announcing their engagement.
Adam Mitzel, Cynthia Taylor set wedding date
CANFIELD Michael and Chrysann Mitzel of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their son, Adam
Miss Porter, Mr. Rodgers announce plans
Sara Porter and D’Andrae Rodgers, both of Boardman, with their parents, are announcing their
Galgan-Ansevin wedding date to be in June
POLAND Lee and Karen Galgan of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Kristen
Miss Oliver, Mr. Mertz to wed May 4
BOARDMAN Megan Ashley Oliver of Boardman and John Charles Mertz, also of Boardman, are announcing
Church event will honor women
Church event will honor women YOUNGSTOWN Ladies are invited to honor and celebrate women at a
Benefit to help family of Zahkaia, toddler who drowned
A South Side bar has stepped up to help the parents of 19-month-old Zahkaia Lee Moger who drowned last week in Milton Township.
Overdose deaths in Valley rank high
Staff and wire report COLUMBUS Drug and alcohol addiction treatment officials in Trumbull County
Port authority invests in Route 422 study, Warren business incubator
The Western Reserve Port Authority will contribute $7,500 to the Route 422 Corridor Study, a project estimated to cost about $190,000 focused on the area along U.S. Route 422 in Youngstown near V&M Star.
Brookfield tops Hubbard in Battle of Route 7
Destiny May had three hits and scored three times while Lauren Hawley threw five innings in relief for Brookfield.
OCCHA dedicates new tech center
Users of the new technology center at OCCHA can learn computer skills, job search, research school projects, and prepare for the Ohio Achievement Assessments.
Inside the ropes with JASON KOKRAK
Inside the ropes with JAson Kokrak Zurich Classic Round 2 Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot
Phantoms lose series opener to Fighting Saints
Goals by John Padulo and Sam Anas less than a minute apart cut the deficit to one goal with 8:44 left.
Borges chosen chairman of GOP in Ohio
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS In a blow to tea party groups, Republicans elected Ohio
Armed men rob Warren woman and four kids
A 29-year-old Clearwater Street Northwest woman reported that three armed, masked men broke into her house at 12:35 a.m. Thursday, picked up two of her four children and carried them upstairs, where they demanded money.
YSU falls to Division II Alderson-Broaddus
YSU held an early 6-3 lead before its pitching fell apart.
One couple, three individuals honored by Trumbull Children Services
One couple, three individuals honored by Trumbull Children Services
Barrier repair at Oak Hill Cemetery nears completion
By JOSH STIPANOVICH jstipanovich@vindy,com YOUNGSTOWN Repairs are expected to be complete next
Artworks depict life through ages
Fifth-grader Alyssa Hull, 11, shows off the dinosaur and volcano display she created with two of her classmates. They used a bowl to form the base of the volcano. Red Play-Doh drips from the volcano’s opening to make streaming hot lava. Their creation was on display Friday at the Potential Development School of Autism’s first art show for parents.
Taking the offense as angler
If you are like me, you may find it difficult to sit in one spot and concentrate on a single focal
Canton rocker takes his time on new CD
Canton-based musician Brian Lisik has quite a history of playing gigs in Youngstown. However, the roots rocker’s Saturday show marks his debut at The Lemon Grove.
News shows
news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Reps. Mike Rogers,
RELIGION DIGEST || Praise concert
Praise concert youngstown The Salvation Army of Mahoning County will present an inspirational
SHALAWAY || Day in the life of an incubating hen turkey
About 7:15 on a recent Monday morning, I settled in to a comfy spot about 20 yards from the edge of
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU golf is sixth
YSU golf is sixth Howey-In-The-Hills, Fla. The Youngstown State men’s golf team is in sixth
Tribe, Royals rained out
The game has been rescheduled for as a doubleheader Sunday, the first day-night doubleheader in Kauffman Stadium history.
Steelers look to fill holes on offense
The Steelers took major steps toward replacing departed stars Rashard Mendenhall and Mike Wallace.
developments
developments More on investigation Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhohkar Tsarnaev was moved
METRO DIGEST || Free drug disposal today
Free drug disposal YOUNGSTOWN Area residents may dispose of unwanted or unused prescription
Muslims see little backlash after Boston Marathon attack
Associated Press NEW YORK It looked like the backlash was starting even before the suspects in
METRO DIGEST || Sferra undergoes surgery after heart attack
Sferra has heart attack WARREN Dan Sferra, Warren councilman and former mayor, suffered a heart
Big names finally get called on Day 2
Manti Te’o and Geno Smith provided the sizzle previously missing from the NFL draft.
Syrian rebels call on world for action
Syrian rebels call on world for action BEIRUT Syrian opposition groups called Friday for
Pathologist in high-profile cases will speak at YSU
Staff report youngstown Cyril Wecht, a forensic pathologist who has been a consultant in high-
Judge Jones to speak at lunch
Staff report Youngstown Judge Nathaniel R. Jones, an internationally known civil-rights leader,
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Scott A. Cleckner, 25, of 456 Sycamore Drive,
49ers hope ‘Tank’ flattens opposing QBs
The San Francisco 49ers selected the defensive end from Florida State with the 40th pick in the second round of the NFL draft Friday.
orthodox services | For Palm Sunday, Holy Week
Orthodox churches will mark Palm Sunday this weekend followed by Holy Week and Pascha (Easter.)
ICON GIVEN AS GIFT
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com youngstown An icon of St. Nicholas once for sale in a
KSU maintains accreditation
Staff report Kent Kent State University has maintained its accounting accreditation by the
Youngstown State University Honors
DISTINGUISHED PROFESSOR AWARDS EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING: Lauren Cummins, teacher education;
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury this week handed up indictments against the following people: Jeremy
birthdays
birthdays Actress Anouk Aimee is 81. Announcer Casey Kasem is 81. Actress Judy Carne is 74.
Crosby back in non-contact drills
The Penguins have survived just fine despite missing Crosby for the final quarter of the season.
NASCAR defends penalties against JGR
Team owner Joe Gibbs disagrees with the severity of the penalties.
Death toll in Bangladesh factory collapse passes 300
Associated Press SAVAR, Bangladesh With time running out to save workers still trapped in a
Renowned pipe organist in concert
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Peter Richard Conte will perform a pipe-organ concert at 4 p.m. Sunday
New Corvette to start at just under $52K
Associated Press DETROIT General Motors Co. said Friday that a base model of the 2014 Corvette
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Yellow Brick Place benefit concert, 7:30 p.m.: Several youth
Horses, drugs and the Derby
Opinion: By Kathy Guillermo People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals The horseracing industry is the
Fire at mental hospital in Russia kills 38 people
Associated Press MOSCOW The patients of the small psychiatric hospital in a Russian village were
Next year’s statewide races begin
Opinion: COLUMBUS Cuyahoga County Executive Ed FitzGerald has made it official: The Democrat will challenge
Rape of 5-year-old Indian girl reveals deep-seated problems
Editorial: Two men have been arrested in the rape and torture of a 5-year-old girl in India’s capital city, New
Dana New Music Festival Event to feature Sobieski family
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Dana School of Music’s annual New Music Festival, now in its 29th
newsmakers
newsmakers NBC gives renewals to 5 of its dramas NEW YORK Television producer Dick Wolf will
Things getting worse in Cuba
Opinion: The Miami Herald: The State Department’s latest report on human-rights practices effectively puts
Keep your motor running
Opinion: I have owned an automobile for 65 years and firmly believe in the manufacturer’s recommendation for
national day of prayer events
National Day of Prayer will be marked Thursday. Observances are planned in the Valley. The theme is
Controllers to return to airports
Associated Press WASHINGTON Furloughed air-traffic controllers soon will be heading back to
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 31.41 —.50 Avalon
Obama backs fight by Planned Parenthood
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama vowed Friday to join Planned Parenthood in
Possible part of 9/11 plane found
Associated Press NEW YORK A rusted 5-foot-tall piece of landing gear believed to be from one of
Country superstar George Jones, 81, dies
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. When it comes to country music, George Jones was The Voice.
Medals conferred 70 years later
Associated Press WILLOW GROVE, Pa. A World War II veteran has finally received the medals he
US economy picked up in 1st quarter
Associated Press WASHINGTON After nearly stalling in late 2012, the American economy quickened
Bill would allow open containers
Associated Press CINCINNATI In the vein of the Las Vegas Strip and the streets of New Orleans,
Friday, April 26 (116 stories)
Fighting Saints hold off Phantoms in Game 1
The Phantoms will try to even the series Saturday night in Dubuque
Trumbull Children Services recognizes several for achieving sobriety
At the Trumbull County Children Services agency’s annual Rising Up and Moving On banquet, James and Brandi Bobco of Liberty were honored for their commitment to getting off drugs to regain custody of their son.
Some Howland residents can get free smoke detectors and gun locks
Some Howland residents can get free smoke detectors and gun locks HOWLAND Residents of the
No injuries in Hubbard lumber yard fire
No injuries in Hubbard lumber yard fire Hubbard Crews from several area fire departments
Family Fun Night at McGuffey Center
Family Fun Night at McGuffey Center YOUNGSTOWN The Associated Neighborhood Centers’ McGuffey
George Jones, country superstar, has died at 81
George Jones, country superstar, has died at 81 NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - George Jones, the
Boston Marathon bombing suspect out of hospital
Boston Marathon bombing suspect out of hospital BOSTON (AP)— The surviving Boston Marathon
At least 10 hurts in western Pa. bus-train crash
At least 10 hurts in western Pa. bus-train crash EVANS CITY, Pa. (AP) — Emergency crews say at
38 die in mental hospital fire outside Moscow
38 die in mental hospital fire outside Moscow MOSCOW (AP) - A fire swept quickly through a
Toll in Bangladesh building collapse passes 300
Toll in Bangladesh building collapse passes 300 SAVAR, Bangladesh (AP) — More than two days after
Men break into Warren home, demand money
Men break into Warren home, demand money WARREN A 29-year-old Clearwater Street Northwest woman
11-year-old charged with domestic violence
11-year-old charged with domestic violence WARREN Police charged an 11-year-old Nevada Avenue
Harrisburg mayor calls first dumper ‘scourge’
Harrisburg mayor calls first dumper ‘scourge’ HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Harrisburg Mayor Linda
Jury: Father-in-law’s shooting second-degree
Jury: Father-in-law’s shooting second-degree INDIANA, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania man has
7 new citizens welcomed Thursday in Mahoning County
Seven people became U.S. citizens at a naturalization ceremony in Mahoning County Probate Court:
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will have a joint
Free kids car-seat checks Saturday
Technicians from Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley and Safe Kids Mahoning Valley will provide a free car-seat check between 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the hospital’s Beeghly Campus, Building C parking lot, 6505 Market St.
PFS plans annual benefit spring concert
PFS plans annual benefit spring concert austintown Protestant Family Service will sponsor its
Poland man killed in Carroll County crash
The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a one-vehicle accident that killed a Poland man in Carroll County Tuesday afternoon.
Spring clean-up in Leetonia May 6-17
The village will conduct its annual spring cleanup from May 6 through 17.

Hebrew alphabet inspires Rosenstein's calligraphy artwork
Mordechai Rosenstein is visiting the Valley to share his unique art
Youngstown violence interruption program begins today
There are 13 agencies partnering in the Youngstown violence interruption program.

Zordich follows in father's path
Michael Zordich will look to join a NFL team this weekend, just like his father Mike did more than two decades ago.

Training session set in Youngstown on Ohio’s open-meetings law
The 3-hour training session is Monday
Canfield PD responds to federal lawsuit in rape case
Canfield Police Department responds to federal lawsuit
Detroit’s Steward commits to YSU hoops
Detroit’s Steward commits to YSU hoops YOUNGSTOWN Detroit Cass Tech senior Kyle Steward, a

Mathews softball beats Bristol in 10
After failing to hold a 3-1 lead, the Mustangs came up big in the clutch.
Phantoms turn it on in the playoffs
After stumbling down the stretch, Youngstown played its best hockey of the season against Green Bay. Will it continue?
Mahoning, Trumbull emergency response drills put crews to test
By ED RUNYAN and WILLIAM K. ALCORN news@vindy.com Television dramas such as “NCIS: Los
Inside the ropes with JASON KOKRAK
Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 4-under 68 in Thursday’s first round of the Zurich Classic.

YSU's SMARTS program marks 15th birthday
One woman said her daughter came out of her shell through SMARTS
Barnes leads at Zurich Classic
He finished the opening round with an eagle, seven birdies and a bogey.
Parole board denies release for Badilo killers
Mark Badilo and Jeff McClure, both 44 and both convicted of killing Badilo’s brother Tim Badilo in 1988, will spend at least the next four years in prison.
Metroparks, public library to host reading festival at Fellows
With the theme "Dig Into Reading," the sponsors of a book festival will promote children's reading habits.

Ursuline sophomores write books about 3rd-grade pen pals
Ursuline sophomores have been corresponding with third-graders in area parochial schools in a pen-pal program that culminated Thursday as they met and shared various activities, including stories written by the older students about their younger pen pals.
MetroParks Farm’s baby shower draws big crowd
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Thousands of visitors took advantage of a warm, sunny day to
Ohio Senate Republicans see the light about Internet cafes
Editorial: In a quick and welcome turnabout, Ohio Senate President Keith Faber said Wednesday that the Senate

Cheaper courthouse restoration sought
Mahoning County is advertising anew for architects and engineers to oversee a cost-effective restoration of the 102-year-old county courthouse that is consistent with historic preservation, commissioner says.
Canfield briefs
Ladies night out set Canfield Christian Church will host a ladies night out on May 11 at 6 p.m.
Care center celebrates young children
The Poland-Boardman Child Care Center celebrated the National Week of the Young Child from April
Poland briefs
Trash and treasure sale set The Poland Junior Women’s Club will host its annual trash and
Wine taste to benefit Beatitude House
Beatitude House will host its 14th annual Wine Taste and Auction on May 3 at 5:30 p.m. at The
Local student to provide medical care in Kenya
Olivia Hartman, a 2008 Poland graduate, is a part of Asante, a group of students that wish to
Duck story time gets children quacking
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com The Boardman library hosted a duck-filled story time for
Canfield leaders to be honored at breakfast
Two Canfield community and business leaders will be honored during a Good Morning, Canfield
Library story time focuses on ducks
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Boardman librarian Karen Saunders hosted a story time for
Outback helps raise money for Union
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Union Elementary School hosted a fundraising dinner with the
Band concert to feature senior soloist
The Boardman bands spring concert will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the Boardman Performing Arts
Lions serve the schools
The Canfield Lions Club took part in the annual kindergarten registration and screening at CH
CHC upgrades playground equipment
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Just in time for spring, students at C.H. Campbell
Boardman sports briefs
High school girls track falls to Jackson The Boardman High School girls track team lost to
Poland sports briefs
Benefit golf outing set The Brett Wilcox benefit golf outing will be July 21 at Lakeside Golf
Pittsburgh Zoo visits Poland North
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Amy Feinstein and Brea Stephen from the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG
C.H. Campbell Elementary students explore career choices
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com C.H. Campbell Elementary School students got a bit of a
Preschool Dads come, stay and play
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield United Methodist Church Preschool celebrated
C.H. Campbell students have dinner with dad
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com The PTO at C.H. Campbell Elementary School hosted the
Lloyd mothers check out the school
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Co-chairs Jo Lynn Protopapa and Deb Fuller, with help from the
Austintown sports briefs
Fitch tennis loses to Howland The Austintown Fitch boys tennis team lost to Howland, 4-1. Top
Austintown briefs
Ursuline Sisters accepting applications The Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown are accepting
Gymnast qualifies for nationals
The USA Gymnastics Level 9 and Level 10 regional championships were held last past weekend in
Readers join new book club at Austintown Library
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com The new book club at the Austintown library, Page Turners, had
Fitch track teams earn county titles
The Austintown Fitch boys and girls track teams won the Mahoning County championships on April 20 at
SJIHM students present last days of Jesus
Holy Thursday observance at St. Joseph Immaculate Heart of Mary School in Austintown began in
Boardman students win Governor’s art awards
Boardman High School student Ashley Brunko won the Governor’s Award of Excellence. Brunko’s graphic
Lloyd community says farewell
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Lloyd Elementary School was filled with laughter and memories
Boardman briefs
Middle schools present band concert The Boardman Middle Schools will present a fifth, sixth and
POLICE CALLS IN LIBERTY, GIRARD
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Liberty and Girard: LIBERTY April 20
ON THE SIDE || Ex-Gov. Ted Strickland lost his cell phone
Opinion: Ted Strickland? LOL: Ex-Gov. Ted Strickland lost his cell phone a while ago. Rather than keep the
Education funding a prioity
Opinion: Education funding a prioity Ironton Tribune: When it comes to fixing Ohio’s public education
Schiavoni: Let voters decide fate of sweepstakes parlors
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A state lawmaker is developing a potential ballot
Kid car-seat checks
Kid car-seat checks BOARDMAN Technicians from Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley and Safe
Man named in case goes into hiding
Man named in case goes into hiding saltillo, miss. A Mississippi man whose home was searched in
Last of five defendants sentenced in Liberty double murder
James Christian, 24, of Youngstown will spend the next 18 years in prison for participating in the murder of Wilneice L. Green, 28, and her 14-year-old daughter, Ja-Brajasia, at Green’s home in Liberty in 2009.
Georgia LB Jones falls to Steelers
Some scouts were scared off by his lackluster 40-yard dash time. Not Pittsburgh's.
Politics on hold at library dedication
Associated Press DALLAS George W. Bush shed a sentimental tear. Barack Obama mused about the
CRIME-FIGHTING ALLIES
CRIME-FIGHTING ALLIES VIP Program The following law-enforcement groups will collaborate with
Kovalchuk's goal helps Devils top Pens
Penguins star Sidney Crosby missed his 10th straight game but was cleared to return to hockey-related activity.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Kevin M. Sikora, 25, of 8549 Reserve Court, Poland,
Convicted killer indicted for attempt rape and assault
James Gooden will likely be arraigned in two weeks.
Obama consoles families, survivors of Texas blast
Associated Press WACO, Texas President Barack Obama consoled a rural Texas community rocked by a
Breweries protest proposed Ohio bill
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The Republican sponsor of legislation under fire by
Responsible gun law needed
Opinion: Responsible gun law needed Driven by the 2nd Amend- ment, a well regulated militia, the National
Surplus food
Surplus food Food 4 Your Soul, 2614 Glenwood Ave., formerly Mr. Paul’s Bakery, Youngstown, free
Years Ago
Today is Friday, April 26, the 116th day of 2013. There are 249 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
STEUBENVILLE RAPE CASE Search warrants executed, AG says
Associated Press COLUMBUS Police officers and investigators Thursday were searching the high
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Montana man is reunited with bird he lost in a divorce BUTTE, Mont. A Great Falls
2013 NFL draft notebook | Valley hopefuls
Mooney draft history: Cardinal Mooney High graduate John Simon, who was the Big Ten defensive player
McNally has a commanding financial lead in mayor’s race
Former county GOP chairman contributed $1,000
Israel shoots down drone
Associated Press JERUSALEM Israel shot down a drone Thursday as it approached its northern coast
US says Syria used poison
Associated Press WASHINGTON The White House declared Thursday that U.S. intelligence indicates
NFL draft spurs Johnson’s campaign
Opinion: How does a politician get featured in two of my columns in the same month? Typically, they do
Police: Boston suspects planned to attack NY
Associated Press NEW YORK The Boston Marathon bombers were headed for New York’s Times Square to
‘Wedding’ crashes as soon as it starts
By Joe Williams St. Louis Post-Dispatch After the criti- cal and commercial success of “Meet the
Drought eases in many places; fields turn to mud
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa As spring rains soaked the central United States and helped
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, 8 p.m.: The Dana School of Music has put
Why not a charge of treason for bomber?
Opinion: One of the consequences of abandoning a standard by which right and wrong can be judged is our
State commission denies D&L Energy’s appeal
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Ohio Oil and Gas Commission has denied D&L Energy’s appeal that
Clash of the talking points
Opinion: A terrorist attack is like a national Rorschach test. Everybody sees in it what they want — usually
Travel to Cuba swells
Opinion: By Louis A. PEREZ Jr. McClatchy-Tribune The furor over the recent visit of Beyonce and Jay-Z to
Michael Bay’s ‘Pain & Gain’ A comedy on steroids
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers Once you’ve destroyed Pearl Harbor and let robots rampage
First Night organizers seek artists’ designs
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN First Night Youngstown is seeking entries for its annual admission-
Court: Pot smokers can be terminated
Court: Pot smokers can be terminated denver Medical and recreational marijuana may be legal in
Trapped workers cry to be rescued; some are
Associated Press SAVAR, Bangladesh “Save us, brother. I beg you, brother,” Mohammad Altab moaned
Extrudex cited for violations
A $175,000 fine has been recommended for the company's role in an employee's death there last year.
Thursday, April 25 (113 stories)
Senate approves bill to end air traffic furloughs in face of traveler complaints
With flight delays mounting, the Senate approved hurry-up legislation Thursday night to end air traffic controller furloughs blamed for inconveniencing large numbers of travelers.
Canfield Police Department responds to federal lawsuit
Canfield Police Department responds to federal lawsuit Canfield Police Department responds to
Youngstown violence interruption program begins Friday
Youngstown violence interruption program begins Friday YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Police
Last of five defendants sentenced in Liberty double murder
Last of five defendants sentenced in Liberty double murder WARREN James Christian, 24, of
McNally has a commanding financial lead in mayor’s race
Former county GOP chairman contributed $1,000 YOUNGSTOWN When it comes to raising money
Steubenville High School, BOE, digital company searched today in rape case
Police officers and investigators on Thursday were searching the high school attended by two football players who raped a 16-year-old girl after an alcohol-fueled party last summer, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine said.
Penn State applications down 9 percent this year
Penn State applications down 9 percent this year STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Penn State says the
Obama consoles families, survivors of Texas blast
Obama consoles families, survivors of Texas blast WACO, Texas (AP) — President Barack Obama is
Newtown foundation increases disbursement to $7.7M
Newtown foundation increases disbursement to $7.7M HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — The foundation
Ohio Oil and Gas Commission denies D&L Energy’s appeal
Ohio Oil and Gas Commission denies D&L Energy’s appeal The Ohio Oil and Gas Commission has denied
Boston victims face huge bills; donations pour in
Boston victims face huge bills; donations pour in Medical costs are quickly adding up for the
US says Syria used chemical weapons
US says Syria used chemical weapons WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. intelligence has concluded “with some
Colo. court says no job protection for pot users
Colo. court says no job protection for pot users DENVER (AP) — People who test positive for
Bush jovial during presidential library dedication
Bush jovial during presidential library dedication DALLAS (AP) — George W. Bush jokes there was a

Col. Dignan, commander of the 910th Airlift Wing at Youngstown Air Reserve Station
April 25, 2013 | Colonel James Dignan, commander of the 910th Airlift Wing at Youngstown Air Reserve Station, visits the Vindicator newsroom
Commissioners approve paying for performance audit of the county engineer’s office
Commissioners approve paying for performance audit of the county engineer’s office YOUNGSTOWN
Understaffed San Francisco firefighters rake in OT
Understaffed San Francisco firefighters rake in OT SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Some San Francisco
Mississippi River bridge hit by barge
Mississippi River bridge hit by barge CARUTHERSVILLE, Mo. (AP) — For the second time in less than
Poland man dies in truck crash
Poland man dies in truck crash CARROLLTON The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a one-
Protesters gather outside Bush library ceremony
Protesters gather outside Bush library ceremony DALLAS (AP) — About 50 protesters have gathered
Bangladesh collapse factories ignored evacuation
Bangladesh collapse factories ignored evacuation SAVAR, Bangladesh (AP) - Deep cracks visible in
Former tax collector gets prison for theft
Former tax collector gets prison for theft BARNESVILLE, Pa. (AP) — A former township tax collector
DA: 46 pounds of coke seized after hotel focus
DA: 46 pounds of coke seized after hotel focus MONROEVILLE, Pa. (AP) — Local and federal law
$50 gift certificates for $30 in Tuesday's Vindy
The Newspaper in Education Block Party fundraiser will appear in The Vindicator on Tuesday.
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Nicholas and Gena (Roley) Rowe of Hilliard, Ohio, are announcing the birth of twin daughters, June
CRWC plans luncheon meeting
CRWC plans luncheon meeting CANFIELD Canfield Republican Women’s Club is having a luncheon
Babysitting training May 4 in Boardman Park
Boardman Park is offering its annual Spring Babysitter Training Class from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. May 4.
Dem governor candidate to stop today in Austintown
Cuyahoga County Executive Ed FitzGerald, a 2014 Democratic gubernatorial candidate, will campaign at 12:15 p.m. today at the Sportsman’s Barber Shop at 15 N. Wickliffe Circle. F
Road work starts Monday on state Route 154
Work zone signs are scheduled to be installed Monday on state Route 154 for a resurfacing project in Columbiana County.
Bazetta man charged with assaulting father, growing pot
Jonathan R. Adams, 18, of the 4700 block of Durst Clagg Road, pleaded innocent Wednesday in Central District Court in Cortland to misdemeanor domestic violence, cultivation of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia in connection with an incident at his home Wednesday.

Guy's barbecue will take over food service at Lemon Grove
Partnership is aimed at improving service at the venue
Plan would add hundreds more seats to Austintown racino
Plan would add hundreds more seats to proposed racino
Five Valley schools score silver in US News list
The magazine looked at state assessments, and how effectively schools educate minorities and the poor

YSU baseball can’t hold on against WVU
The Mountaineers committed six errors in the 7-6 win over the Penguins.

Mady’s name could be called in draft
YSU hasn't had a player taken in the NFL draft since Harry Deligianis in 1998.

Phantoms, Fighting Saints ready to renew rivalry
There’s no love lost between the two Eastern Conference finalists.

Brown wants to know McNally not target of criminal probe
McNally said his name was cleared when charges were dropped in July 2011

Cavs’ Gilbert: firing Brown was a mistake
Mike Brown was introduced — once again — as Cleveland’s coach on Wednesday.
Stand Against Racism events planned in Valley
YWCA of Youngstown to host panel discussion Friday and other community groups will sponsor a march Saturday.
Rapper making name for himself
In theory, a hyphen indicates a combined meaning or division of a word at the end of a line, but in hip-hop, this small dash connotes something more in the form of danger, anti-establishment and individuality. Just ask Jay-Z and Bone Thugs-N- Harmony.
TV networks are finalizing shows to keep or kill for their fall lineups WILL YOUR SHOWS MAKE THE CUT?
This is crunch time for the broadcast networks. They’ve seen their potential new series; they know how the shows now on the air have done; and it’s time to decide.
Jewish youth will build gaga pit for global service day
A gaga pit for an Israeli form of dodgeball will be constructed Sunday at the JCC then games will begin
Mahoning library workers get pay increases
The new three-year contract for 102 clerical, maintenance and technical library employees contains pay increases of 3 percent in the first year and 2.25 percent each in the second and third years.
Ohio Senate plans ban on Internet cafes
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The head of the Ohio Senate announced the chamber’s
Weathersfield mobile home park describes sights, sounds and feel of drilling
Patricia McCrudden, a resident of Westwood Mobile Home Park in Weathersfield Township, says the peace and tranquility has been disturbed by gas and oil drilling nearby.

Youngstown Fire Department adds new firefighters
The new firefighters bring the department up to full staffing levels.

Students from NEO test their environmental knowledge
A group of students competing in the Envirothon, an annual academic, outdoor environmental competition, head to the aquatics area at Mill Creek Metroparks Farm in Canfield. About 255 students from across Northeast Ohio competed in this year's event.
Two Trumbull County fire departments awarded federal money for emergency equipment
Two Trumbull County fire departments awarded federal money for emergency equipment
Patrol says Ohio inmate probably committed suicide
Associated Press TOLEDO The Ohio State Highway Patrol says a prison inmate has died after an
Ask OSU Ext.: Tim's trees showing signs of stress
Q. I need some help with the health of the trees in my yard. The house is about eight years old and we moved in around January. Some of the trees are dead; others have a fungus on them. I need or would love to have someone help and guide me in caring for the ones we have left and to expand. Thanks.
Review: Rules broken in chase
Associated Press CLEVELAND Some officers and supervisors broke police policies in a chase that
METRO DIGEST || Curbside recycling back on schedule
Curbside recycling back on schedule Youngstown Youngstown residents have been notified that
METRO DIGEST || Fire destroys Ebbert Hardware, damages 2 other businesses
Man charged with inducing panic YOUNGSTOWN A Glenwood Avenue man is charged with inducing panic
Judges rule on Pa. open-records law
Associated Press HARRISBURG Government-issued employee telephone and cellphone numbers are not
Grizzlies’ Gasol is NBA’s top defender
Associated Press memphis, tenn. Grizzlies center Marc Gasol insists he isn’t being charitable
Fugitive charged in abduction is caught
Fugitive charged in abduction is caught los angeles A fugitive charged with abducting and
Judge defends church aide’s trial, conviction
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA A judge is defending her decisions in the trial of the first
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Julian D. Buckley, 23, of 3809 Huntmere Ave.,

Aggravated vehicular homicide trial gets under way
The accident took place in 2009 and killed a social worker
Filmmakers stick with Ohio
It’s been 10 years since Ken and Dan Mizicko formed Stuck In Ohio Productions and started filming the exploits of extreme-sports enthusiasts.
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU volleyball sets tourney, banquet
YSU volleyball sets tourney, banquet YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State volleyball team will
Warren Civil Service Commission hears appeal of school firing
The Warren Civil Service Commission had a nearly four-hour hearing Wednesday regarding a woman fired from her job as a family liaison for the Warren City Schools.
RI Senate passes gay-marriage bill
Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. Rhode Island is on a path to becoming the 10th state to allow
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Jonathan and Jamie Malish, Youngstown, girl, April 23. Ross
Officials: Suspect talked about plot before Miranda
Associated Press BOSTON The surviving suspect in the Boston Marathon bombings acknowledged to
Mississippi men’s feud is looming over ricin probe
Associated Press OXFORD, Miss. The investigation into poisoned letters mailed to President
McAllister solid in Indians’ loss
The starting pitcher gave up three earned runs in 5 2/3 innings in a 3-2 loss.
Manufacturers in the Mahoning Valley gain easier access to research capabilities
Manufacturers in the Mahoning Valley gain easier access to research capabilities
Kenseth, JGR face major penalty
Matt Kenseth and Joe Gibbs Racing were hit with one of the largest penalties in NASCAR history.
Pirates rally to beat Phillies
Brandon Inge hit a tiebreaking RBI single in the eighth for Pittsburgh.
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., corner of Fruit Street, Youngstown,
FitzGerald begins campaign for governor
Associated Press COLUMBUS As he enters the race for Ohio governor, Cuyahoga County’s Democratic
Port approves new three-year contract with aviation director
The Western Reserve Port Authority has authorized a new three-year contract with its director of aviation, Dan Dickten, that pays him $90,000 the first two years and $92,700 the third year.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Metallica to debut film on IMAX in September NASHVILLE, Tenn. Metallica already
An experiment in gun safety
Opinion: An experiment in gun safety Let’s settle this problem once and for all. All we hear is that guns
America needs a better disaster plan
Opinion: By David R. CONRAD and EDWARD A. THOMAS Los Angeles Times If the highest goal of fiscal reform
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Exotic snakes get stuck in Colo. basement after fire BRIGHTON, Colo. Dozens of
NIGHTLIFE
Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476 Thu: Karaoke with
“The Vampire Diaries” (8 p.m., The CW): We get our first look at what could be a spinoff
“The Vampire Diaries” (8 p.m., The CW): We get our first look at what could be a spinoff of the
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS Summer Stock 2013 Season, Kent Trumbull Theater, 4314 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren,
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Pain and Gain (R) A trio of bodybuilders in Florida get caught up in an extortion
Pointing the finger of blame
Opinion: Britain’s late Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher said it all when she wrote that the world has ”never
Celebrating a decade, iTunes faces some new challenges
Associated Press NEW YORK When Apple launched its iTunes music store a decade ago amid the ashes
He’s no ‘enemy combatant’
Opinion: WASHINGTON Two of the three most infamous Supreme Court decisions were erased by events. The Civil
Congress should put on hold defense contract with Brazil
Editorial: U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles, D-13th, is extremely upset — with good reason, of course — that the
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Band’s bassist enters rehab after arrest
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. An attorney says 3 Doors Down bassist Robert Todd Harrell has
Daughtry, 3 Doors Down coming to Covelli Centre for July concert
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Daughtry and Three Doors Down will come to Covelli Centre on July 29 for
Ban texting while driving
Opinion: San Antonio (Texas) Express-News: Distracted driving is a growing hazard on Texas roadways and has
Cogeneration could become market for gas producers
Associated Press MORGANTOWN, W.Va. Combined heat and power systems that produce electricity
F.Y.I.
NPR’s ‘Don’t Tell Me’ on Tinseltown screen BOARDMAN National Public Radio’s popular weekly news
Farmers 1Q profit
Farmers 1Q profit canfield Farmers National Bank reported a first quarter profit of $2 million,
Army goes off grid
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Do you know about “net zero”? That’s the wonky phrase attached to an
A time limit on detention
Opinion: A time limit on detention Los Angeles Times: The federal government has the authority to detain

Want to enjoy your potted spring blooms another year? Here's how
Nothing excites us about spring as much as potted, blooming flowers. Lilies, daffodils, tulips and hyacinths brighten up a room and our spirits like nothing else this time of year.

It's time to prune those backyard fruit trees
Early spring is a great time to prune the fruit trees in your back yard.
Valley Grows Calendar
DIAGNOSTIC CLINIC Mondays & Thursdays, 9am-noon through Oct.: Bring your sick plant or its bug to the OSU extension office, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield, for identification. Call: 330-533-5538 Info: go.osu.edu/IDmyplantsandbugs
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YMHA meeting at noon Thursday
The Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority board will meet at noon today in the board room at Amedia Plaza, 131 W. Boardman St.
Ebbert Hardware 'will be sadly missed,' asst. fire chief says
Fire of undetermined origin destroyed Ebbert Hardware, a Sandy Lake landmark and one of its oldest buildings, Wednesday, but resulted in no injuries.
Curbside recycling back on schedule in Youngstown
Youngstown residents have been notified that curbside recycling services are back on schedule.
Funding for 325 Trumbull County youth jobs available this summer
Funding for 325 Trumbull County youth jobs available this summer WARREN The Trumbull
Port approves new three-year contract with aviation director
Port Authority OKs pact with aviation director Port Authority OKs pact with aviation director
Five Valley schools score silver medals
Five Valley schools score silver medals Five Valley schools score silver medals Five Valley
Two Trumbull County fire departments awarded federal money
Two Trumbull County fire departments awarded federal money Trumbull fire departments receive
Guy’s Barbeque taking over food service at Lemon Grove
Guy’s Barbeque taking over food service at Lemon Grove A new partnership with Guy’s Barbecue will
7 charged with smuggling fish bladders to China
7 charged with smuggling fish bladders to China SAN DIEGO (AP) — Seven people have been charged in
Boston area honors slain MIT officer
As bagpipes wailed, more than 4,000 mourners paid their respects today to an MIT police officer who authorities say was ambushed in his cruiser by the Boston Marathon bombers, while U.S. investigators trying to get to the bottom of the plot looked for answers from the Tsarnaev brothers’ parents in Russia.
Prosecution rebuttal resumes in Arias murder trial
Prosecution rebuttal resumes in Arias murder trial PHOENIX (AP) — Testimony resumes in Jodi Arias’
Marathon bombing suspects had been on welfare
The suspect in the Boston Marathon bombings killed in a shootout with police received welfare benefits from the state up until last year, when he became ineligible based on family income.
2 teens charged with murder in Mo. cabin deaths
2 teens charged with murder in Mo. cabin deaths SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) — Two teenagers are accused
Austintown racino construction could resume in a week
Austintown racino construction could resume in a week COLUMBUS — Penn National Gaming could be a
Liberty High School evacuated for bomb threat, none found
Liberty High School evacuated for bomb threat, none found LIBERTY Officials evacuated the high
Police say 5 people found dead in small Ill. town
Police say 5 people found dead in small Ill. town MANCHESTER, Ill. (AP) — Authorities are
2nd Miss. man investigated in ricin case
2nd Miss. man investigated in ricin case TUPELO, Miss. (AP) - Law enforcement officials searched
87 dead in Bangladesh garment factory collapse
87 dead in Bangladesh garment factory collapse SAVAR, Bangladesh (AP) - An eight-story building
2 teens unhurt after car race ends in pond
2 teens unhurt after car race ends in pond OLEY, Pa. (AP) — Police in Berks County say two
DA: Cadaver dogs ‘hitting’ on spots at Pa. camp
DA: Cadaver dogs ‘hitting’ on spots at Pa. camp HUNTINGDON, Pa. (AP) — Huntingdon County District
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve a
Making Kids Count benefits from dinner
Recent dinner at Avion on the Water raises $8,000 for new school program
Business Women crown Woman of the Year
Mill Creek Chapter of American Business Women’s Association recently crowned its 2013-14 Woman of the Year
More arrests in Trumbull drug ring
Two more of the people indicted last week by Trumbull County Common Pleas Court on drug and weapons charges in Warren have been arrested and brought to court for their initial appearance.
Warren man accused of forcing 11-year-old to help him steal
A 33-year-old Charles Avenue Southeast man has pleaded innocent to misdemeanor child endangering and other charges. He is accused of forcing an 11-year-old boy to help him steal wire from a telephone pole on Charles Street early Tuesday.

New downtown business group meets for first time
Focus is on retaining and growing businesses, parking, cleanliness and marketing

Canfield softball team tops Poland again
Kayley Keller homers twice for the Cardinals, including a walk-off shot in the seventh inning.

Zoldan: Phantom fireworks lack power for Boston bombs
Although one of the Boston Marathon terrorists bought mortar kits from a Seabrook, N.H., Phantom store, Bruce Zoldan, president of the Youngstown-based fireworks company, doubts his company’s fireworks were used in the Boston Marathon bombs.

YSU baseball team splits twinbill with Kent State
YSU routed the Golden Flashes, 10-4, in the first game before falling, 5-2, in the second.

Canfield girl, 11, falsely accused of rape, suit says
The $5 million federal lawsuit by a Canfield couple alleges their 11-year-old daughter was maliciously prosecuted and falsely imprisoned after being wrongly accused of raping three other 11-year-old girls.
Final candidates for YSU president will visit campus in May
Final candidates for Youngstown State University president will visit campus in May

Foreign concept for YSU tennis: winning
Coach Mark Klysner has turned to foreign players to rebuild the Penguins’ programs.
Volunteers plan search for Niles time capsule
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES With the help of a regional metal-detecting club,
Browns players to appear at O’Donold’s locations
Gordon will be at the Austintown location on Thursday from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Haden will be at the downtown Youngstown location on Friday from 7 to 9 p.m.
Committee gets OK to beautify Paramount Theatre site
The committee met in apparent violation of the state’s open-meetings law
Browns set for draft despite Haslam’s troubles
Browns owner Jimmy Haslam’s first draft will be unlike any in team history. There’s no guarantee it won’t be his only one.

Trumbull prosecutor wants murderer labeled a pest
The Trumbull County Prosecutor’s office is asking a judge to give convicted double murderer Eric Porterfield another unflattering title: vexatious litigator.

Oh Wow! attracts prototypes
Kyle Hogan of Williamsfield, a Youngstown State University freshman engineering student, demonstrates centrifugal force with a spinning tire hung from an axis. First-year engineering students designed, built and demonstrated new prototypes Tuesday for the Oh Wow! Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science and Technology.
Eleven years and counting
Opinion: Eleven years and counting This winter marked eleven years since the Mill Creek Park ice rink

Take two: Brown returning to coach Cavaliers
The Cavs have been without a coach since firing Byron Scott last week following his third straight losing season.

Apple to dole out $100B to shareholders by end of 2015
Apple is opening the doors to its bank vault, saying it will distribute $100 billion in cash to its shareholders by the end of 2015. At the same time, the company said revenue for the current quarter could fall from the year before, which would be the first decline in many years.
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown: CANFIELD
Sandusky charity to transfer programs
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A judge has ruled that the Pennsylvania charity for troubled youths
In final step to closure, Austintown school board approves contract non-renewals
With buildings closing at the end of the school year, the Austintown school board approved the non-renewal of teachers and employees at the schools.
Authorities drop charges in ricin-letter case
Associated Press TUPELO, Miss. Charges of sending ricin-laced letters to President Barack Obama
Suspect in Canada derailment plot denies terrorist accusations
Associated Press TORONTO A man accused of plotting with al-Qaida members in Iran to derail a
Two Boston bombing victims buried; more evidence gathered
Associated Press BOSTON The Boston area had funerals for two more of its dead Tuesday —
Car bomb at French Embassy in Libya hurts 3
Associated Press TRIPOLI, Libya A car bomb exploded Tuesday outside the French Embassy in
Horizon League tabs YSU golfer Holub
Horizon League tabs YSU golfer Holub INDIANAPOLIS Youngstown State redshirt freshman D.J. Holub
birthdays
birthdays Actress Shirley MacLaine is 79. Actress-singer-director Barbra Streisand is 71. Country
Indians, White Sox rained out
Tuesday’s scheduled starters, Zach McAllister for Cleveland and Jose Quintana for Chicago, will be pushed back to pitch in this afternoon’s series finale.
Sister Janet Gardner is new Beatitude House executive director
Sister Janet Gardner is new Beatitude House executive director
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 32.28 —.58 Avalon
States enact tough limits on abortion
Opinion: The national media descended on the Criminal Justice Center in Philadelphia last week, shamed into
More arrests made in weapons case
More arrests made in weapons case WARREN Two more of the people indicted last week by Trumbull
The Cuyahoga County official will announce his gubernatorial candidacy today
He will be in the Mahoning Valley often, says a local Democratic official
Tech initiative aims to help nonprofits
Tech initiative aims to help nonprofits youngstown DRS, an information- technology consulting
Don’t hurt women
Opinion: By Cecile Richards McClatchy-Tribune Every woman, no matter what her ZIP code is, should have
Richie Havens 1941-2013 MANTRA MAN
By Randall Roberts Los Angeles Times People who experi- enced Woodstock through the lens of the
Murder suspect asks to be released from jail until trial
The man wants to be with his pregnant fiance.
Here are five vintage television shows that are now available on DVD:
Here are five vintage television shows that are now available on DVD: v “Naked City: 20 Star-
Don’t let radical imams in
Opinion: The last time there was a terrorist attack on America, we got the Department of Homeland Security
France OKs gay marriage, triggering violent protest
Associated Press PARIS France legalized gay marriage Tuesday after a wrenching national debate
Youngstown schools, diocese settle transportation issues
Staff report Youngstown The city school board passed a resolution Tuesday settling
Hackers compromise AP Twitter account
Associated Press NEW YORK Hackers compromised Twitter accounts of The Associated Press on
Court sentences al-Qaida militants
Court sentences al-Qaida militants SANAA, Yemen A Yemeni court on Tuesday sentenced 11
Ohio high court makes key ruling on ‘medical apology’
Associated Press COLUMBUS Sympathetic statements by a doctor over a patient’s unexpected medical
Steelers looking for depth in draft
GM Kevin Colbert doesn’t believe there’s an immediate starter to be found with the team’s 17th pick in the NFL draft.
Harrison officially signs with Bengals
The 34-year-old linebacker said he left the Steelers with no hard feelings.
Masseuse pleads guilty to lesser offense
The woman charged with engaging in prostitution at the Rose Spa in Braceville Township has been convicted of a lesser offense.
County to review writings in boy’s 2006 hanging
Associated Press COLUMBUS Almost seven years after a black teenager died in a hanging at an Ohio
oddly enough
oddly enough Stolen school bus in western Pa. found, perp not PITTSBURGH A school bus stolen
newsmakers
newsmakers ‘Vanilla Ice Goes Amish’ to debut NEW YORK The DIY television network is proving a
Beachum honored at conference
Staff report Youngstown City school board President Richard Atkinson recognized fellow board
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS, BANKRUPTCIES
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses David B. Milne, 46, of 1865 Tanner Lane, Austintown,
Locke, Pirates’ bullpen blank Phillies
After wriggling out of a jam in the fourth, he retired his last eight batters — striking out three of the final four.
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday West Branch Local school board, work session 6 p.m., regular meeting 7:30 p.m.,
German family seeks asylum
Associated Press CINCINNATI Uwe Romeike knows his family’s future in the United States is at
Vanek’s goals lead Buffalo past Penguins
Jochen Hecht also scored for the Sabres, who never trailed.
Police probe shooting of boy, 14
Staff report youngstown City police are investigating a South Side shooting that wounded a 14
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Cruise Away Hunger at Windsor House Friday
Windsor House at Liberty Health Care Center, located on Churchill Hubbard Road, is hosting “Cruise Away Hunger” from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday.
Committee approves plans to beautify the Paramount Theatre location
Committee approves plans to beautify the Paramount Theatre location YOUNGSTOWN As a
Business owners and city officials discuss growing downtown
Business owners and city officials discuss growing downtown YOUNGSTOWN Downtown business owners
France legalizes gay marriage after harsh debate
France legalizes gay marriage after harsh debate PARIS (AP) - France legalized gay marriage today
Cuyahoga County man to run for governor
Cuyahoga County man to run for governor YOUNGSTOWN — Cuyahoga County Executive Ed FitzGerald,
Ricin suspect released from jail
Ricin suspect released from jail OXFORD, Miss. (AP) - The Mississippi man charged with sending
Boston bombing suspect purchased fireworks from Phantom
Boston bombing suspect purchased fireworks from Phantom The Wall Street Journal reports that
Israeli official: Syria's Assad used chemical arms
Israeli official: Syria’s Assad used chemical arms TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) - A senior Israeli
IG: Pittsburgh VA didn’t follow its own Legionnaires’ rules
IG: Pittsburgh VA didn’t follow its own Legionnaires’ rules PITTSBURGH (AP) — The inspector
Gun rights backers vow at rally to keep up fight
Gun rights backers vow at rally to keep up fight HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Gun rights supporters are
Convicted murderer, rapist again charged with rape
Convicted murderer, rapist again charged with rape YOUNGSTOWN James Gooden has spent nearly half
Bail hearings for 2 men in Canada terror plot
Bail hearings for 2 men in Canada terror plot TORONTO (AP) -- Two men faced bail hearings today
Firefighters sue over hearing loss from sirens
Firefighters sue over hearing loss from sirens PITTSBURGH (AP) — Four Pittsburgh firefighters are
Car bomb targets French Embassy in Libya
Car bomb targets French Embassy in Libya TRIPOLI, Libya (AP) - A car bomb targeted the French
Mother ordered to stand trial in bar shooting
Mother ordered to stand trial in bar shooting PITTSBURGH (AP) — The mother of a man charged in a
Father-in-law jailed, cops seek missing body
Father-in-law jailed, cops seek missing body HUNTINGDON, Pa. (AP) — A man is jailed on charges he
Ex-Pa. doc guilty of molesting 2 reform schoolers
Ex-Pa. doc guilty of molesting 2 reform schoolers BUTLER, Pa. (AP) — A former western Pennsylvania
REUNIONS
Berlin Center-Western Reserve Alumni Banquet will be May 11 at Western Reserve High School, 13850
Eastern Star chapter to sponsor banquet
Eastern Star chapter to sponsor banquet NEWTON FALLS Mizpah Chapter 66, OES, PHA, will host the
YBPW celebrates women's history month
Guest speaker, Dr. Cynthia Anderson, YSU president, talks about making history.

Recycled Christmas trees improve fishing in lake
Trees in the water provide shade and shelter for fish, concentrating them and making them easier to catch.
State superintendent OKs updated school recovery plan
Richard Ross says the plan outlines realistic strategies
Garbage trucks roll, but labor strife still roils
By JAMISON COCKLIN jcocklin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Even as workers for Allied Waste ended

Phantoms preparing for top-seeded Dubuque
Games 1 and 2 will be played at Dubuque’s Mystique Community Ice Center on Friday and Saturday.
Man charged in fatal 2009 accident goes on trial
The man is charged with leaving the scene of an accident and aggravated vehicular homicide
Howland BOE approves Menendez hiring
A veteran assistant replaces the retired Dick Angle as the Tigers’ head football coach.
Boardman schools oppose state expansion of voucher program
Boardman schools oppose state expansion of voucher program
Company lauds YSU for energy efficiency
The university made the list for its annual reduction of 10,723 metric tons of carbon pollution.
Local home sales stay in line with national increases
Ohio posts 21st consecutive month of sales gains
Curfew violations clampdown may not be enough in Y’town
Editorial: Youngstown Police Chief Rod Foley says the 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. curfew for youngsters under 18 is
Hubbard High students open land lab to mark Earth Day
By danny restivo drestivo@vindy.com hubbard A sunny Monday without a cloud in the sky was the
Amish couple sues Trumbull County Children Services
An Amish couple, who adopted the biological daughter of a couple convicted of raping her at the Trumbull County Children Services offices on Reeves Road in 2011, has sued the agency and three workers.
Panel approves funds for program to license breeders
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A state lawmaker panel OK’d more than $222,000 Monday
Zoning makes it tougher for sex related businesses in Austintown
Zoning makes it tougher for sex related businesses in Austintown
Haslam: Pilot Flying J’s credibility damaged
Haslam announced that he has suspended several members of the sales team.

MCCTC students sport fashions from trash
Students in the interactive multimedia class at Mahoning County Career and Technical Center fashioned everything from sheet music and videotape to trash bags and coffee filters into clothing for the school’s sixth annual Trash Bash for Earth Day on Monday.
Four indicted by Trumbull County grand jury
Orlonzo Murry, 26, of Bennett Avenue Northwest, has been indicted on weapons charges connected to the New Year’s Day shooting death at the Sunset Lounge.
newsmakers
newsmakers Woodstock singer Richie Havens dies NEW YORK Richie Havens, who sang and strummed

Suspect charged in Boston bombing
The two brothers suspected of bombing the Boston Marathon appear to have been motivated by a radical brand of Islam but do not seem connected to any Muslim terrorist groups, U.S. officials said after interrogating and charging Dzhokhar Tsarnaev with crimes that could bring the death penalty.

Brown still top candidate for Cavaliers
Owner Dan Gilbert reportedly also reached out to Phil Jackson
Average gas cost falls nationwide
Associated Press NEW YORK A sharp decline in the price of oil this month is making gasoline
Boston’s spirit is unflagging
Opinion: It does no disservice to the victims of the marathon bombing to say that we were fortunate last
Slowdown in mining hurts Caterpillar
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS A slowdown in the mining business is digging a hole in
Nike yanks T-shirts in wake of bombing
Nike yanks T-shirts in wake of bombing NEW YORK Nike Inc. says it has pulled from the market
Fall Out Boy aims to ‘Save Rock’n’Roll’
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK When Fall Out Boy learned that Elton John was a fan
Ohio’s energy future a balancing act of production, usage
Opinion: A real energy plan for America can help bring back jobs, turn around our trade deficit and spark an
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 32.86 —.19 Avalon
Actress regrets remarks to cop
Associated Press ATLANTA A court hearing on a disorderly conduct charge has been rescheduled
The Esquire Network was supposed to launch Monday, replacing G4, a little-viewed channel aimed at
The Esquire Network was supposed to launch Monday, replacing G4, a little-viewed channel aimed at
Vokoun earns 300th as Pens’ streak hits 7
Associated Press OTTAWA Tomas Vokoun made 34 saves and Dustin Jeffrey had a goal and an assist
Cabrera, Masterson help Tribe win third straight
Justin Masterson (4-1) pitched seven effective innings to help the Indians win their third straight.
2 hospitalized after shooting
Staff report youngstown A Monday afternoon shooting in a front yard sent two men to the
Mahoning County residents should return to their normal recycling habits
Mahoning County residents should return to their normal recycling habits
Remodeling at Cushwa
Remodeling at Cushwa COLUMBUS The state Controlling Board released nearly $2.4 million Monday
Elected members of Democratic party resist public balloting for elected officials
Many people don’t even know what the Democratic central committees in Mahoning and Trumbull counties do, but decisions they make by secret ballot can shape local government.
Chicago uses defense to even series with Brooklyn
The Bulls became the first NBA team to win a playoff game on the road this postseason.
oddly enough
oddly enough Pup named Huckleberry crowned ‘Beautiful Bulldog’ DES MOINES, Iowa If at first
Kelli cardinal | the vindicator
Kelli cardinal | the vindicator Irene Pizanias, a Hubbard high school chemistry teacher and
Excellent reviews
Excellent reviews YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Youngstown Community Action Partnership (MYCAP)
Group wants East Side plaza razed
Opinion: Group wants East Side plaza razed The Northeast Homeowners and Concerned Citizens acknowledges
Surplus food
Surplus food People’s Chapel Church of God, 2145 Hillman St., Youngstown. Food, 11 a.m.
Fast facts
Fast facts 26 Mahoning County children died in 2011. 53.8 percent were white. 42.3 percent
Rep. Ryan marries
Rep. Ryan marries NILES U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan married Andrea Zetts from Struthers in a private
Dosch recognized
Dosch recognized youngstown Youngstown State junior third baseman Drew Dosch was named the
Ryan questions Air Force decision to award contract to Brazilian-government-controlled company
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan last week questioned Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel on the U.S. Air Force’s decision to award a $950 million defense contract to a Brazilian government-controlled aerospace conglomerate while Brazil’s government refuses to hand over the alleged killer of an Air Force reservist from Newton Falls.
birthdays
birthdays Actor David Birney is 74. Actor Lee Majors (“Six Million Dollar Man”) is 74. Actress
Four of the 26 Mahoning County child deaths in 2011 were homicides
All four victims were black between 15-17
Annual forum
Annual forum HOWLAND Updates on osteoarthritis of the spine, treating gout, medications to
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown Academy of Excellence school board, 3:30 p.m., 1408 Rigby St.
CLARK CUP EASTERN CONFERENCE FINALS
CLARK CUP EASTERN CONFERENCE FINALS Phantoms vs. Fighting Saints Game 1 Friday: Phantoms at
Supporters: Don’t link immigration bill to Boston
Associated Press WASHINGTON Democratic supporters of a new immigration bill accused opponents
School shooter appeals life term
School shooter appeals life term WARREN A teenager who wore a T-shirt with “killer” scrawled
Doctors: All patients injured in Boston blasts likely to live
Associated Press BOSTON In a glimmer of good news after last week’s tragedy, all of the more
Feds delay policy to allow small knives on planes
Associated Press WASHINGTON Airline passengers will have to leave their knives at home after
2 arrested in al-Qaida-linked plot in Canada
Associated Press TORONTO Two men were arrested and charged with plotting a terrorist attack
Bohren takes assistant job at Champion
The longtime area coach had led his own programs for 47 years.
No ricin found in home of Miss. suspect, FBI says
Associated Press OXFORD, Miss. Investigators haven’t found any ricin in the house of a
US flight delays pile up amid FAA budget cuts
Associated Press NEW YORK Flight delays piled up all across the country Monday as thousands of
Michael Bay’s ‘Pain & Gain’ never hints at its darkness TRUE CRIME
By Rene Rodriguez The Miami Herald MIAMI Michael Bay, director of the blockbuster
We’re safer than we think
Opinion: After the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, the most frequently heard forecast was: “This changes
Master spy Pollard should serve out his prison sentence
Opinion: By Glenn Garvin Miami Herald In his book “The Joys of Yiddish,” Leo Rosten, struggling to
State must attract top teachers
Opinion: Daily Journal, Tupelo, Miss.: Teachers in Mississippi are on the hot seat. In this age of test-
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Boardman schools oppose state expansion of voucher program
Boardman schools oppose state expansion of voucher program BOARDMAN The board of education
TSA to delay allowing small knives on planes
TSA to delay allowing small knives on planes The Transportation Security Administration will
Mahoning County residents should return to their normal recycling habits
Mahoning County residents should return to their normal recycling habits YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning
Zoning makes it tougher for sex related businesses in Austintown
Zoning makes it tougher for sex related businesses in Austintown AUSTINTOWN Township trustees
Amish couple sues Trumbull County Children Services
Amish couple sues Trumbull County Children Services Amish couple sues Trumbull County Children
Phantoms’ next series opens Friday
Phantoms’ next series opens Friday YOUNGSTOWN The third-seeded Youngstown Phantoms will take on
U.S. folk musician Richie Havens dead at 72
U.S. folk musician Richie Havens dead at 72 U.S. folk musician Richie Havens, who opened the
Coast Guard repatriates 32 Cuban migrants
Coast Guard repatriates 32 Cuban migrants MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. Coast Guard has repatriated 32

UPDATED | Boston Marathon bombing suspect is charged
Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev was charged by federal prosecutors in his hospital room Monday with using a weapon of mass destruction to kill
Walk MS is Saturday in Niles
Walk MS is Saturday in Niles NILES Check-in for Walk MS in Mahoning Valley is at 8 a.m. Saturday
Community development agency meeting cancelled
Community development agency meeting cancelled Youngstown A meeting of Youngstown City Council’s
Zorn directs Westminster’s graduate program
Zorn directs Westminster’s graduate program new wilmington, pa. Westminster College selected
Mourners say final goodbyes to marathon victim
Mourners say final goodbyes to marathon victim MEDFORD, Mass. (AP) — Hundreds of family and
WORTH A LOOK
BOOK SALES New Wilmington Kiwanis’ used book sale will be Wednesday through Saturday at Jameson
Salvation Army to offer civic dinner
Salvation Army to offer civic dinner POLAND The Salvation Army of Mahoning County will have its

Spirit of celebration
It’s probably safe to say that Noah Persson’s two weeks overseas were a tale of two circumstances.
McDonald schools ask voters to renew levy
Approval of the 3.85-mill, five-year renewal levy will allow McDonald Local Schools to bring back several teaching and support employees eliminated two years ago because of the district being in fiscal emergency, the superintendent says.
Boardman’s Joey Sylvester achieves ‘Monster’ feat
He competed in the Las Vegas Monster Jam world finals in late March.

Curbstoners honor Bristol’s Oliver, Lowellville’s Solak
Both players carry 4.0 grade point averages for their respective schools.

Devil on the diamond
Western Reserve pitcher/shortstop April Lude helps Blue Devils start strong this spring.
Springfield schools emphasize new school need with bond issue
With an elementary school from 1923, the Springfield Local School District is hoping voters will see the need for a modern infrastructure for students.
Levy sought to keep Poland schools excellent
The Poland School District is seeking a renewal of a five-year, 6.2-mill levy to keep the school operating at current levels and increase security within the buildings.
Penguin baseball strands 10 in loss to UIC
Ian Lewandowski threw 137 pitches to get the win for the Flames.

Trash pickup resumes as strike ends
Garbage-collection customers of Allied Waste can expect regular service to resume today as workers have ended their strike without a negotiated contract.

Brown’s late goal helps Phantoms oust Gamblers
Youngstown will meet top-seeded Dubuque in the Eastern Conference final.

Lloyd Elementary has a history of tradition
A farewell ceremony brought reflections on Lloyd Elementary, with a history going back to the 1950s.
BRIDGE
BRIDGE Weekly Quiz Answers Q. Neither vulnerable, as South, you hold: xA 9 3 uA Q 10 5 3 vJ 10

STEM GEMS
Science and technology students at Youngstown State University stepped into the limelight Sunday at the annual STEM Showcase in Moser Hall.
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, lunch,
Obama: Consoler in chief
Opinion: By Richard Parker McClatchy-Tribune The morning after the explosion, the Texas sky turns gray
Boy Scouts of America should embrace all
Opinion: By Lynn Woolsey McClatchy-Tribune PETALUMA, Calif. One thing we can count on is “what goes
‘Rectify’ hums with tension
By Sara Smith Kansas City Star There is no manual for life after death row. Especially when your
Boy Scouts must defend long-held convictions
Opinion: By Tony Perkins McClatchy-Tribune WASHINGTON For 103 years, the Boy Scouts of America has
Big Phat Band Gordon Goodwin stays true to himself
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Gordon Goodwin’s side project The Big Phat Band allows
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
Red-carpet looks at prom Celebrities influence DRESS FASHIONS
By SAMANTHA CRITCHELL AP fashion writer NEW YORK You might as well roll out the red carpet in
F-35 jet good for Ohio
Opinion: By Harry Prestanski Special to The Vindicator A recent report by the Government Accountability
Years Ago
Today is Monday, April 22, the 112th day of 2013. There are 253 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Take another look at prisons
Opinion: Take another look at prisons Tiffin Advertiser-Tribune: Twenty years ago , many Ohioans were
One to watch from Michigan
Opinion: WASHINGTON America’s most interesting development since November is the Republican Party becoming
Wilson set example as lawmaker
Opinion: Wilson set example as lawmaker I was deeply saddened by the news that my good friend and former
To make Internet cafes legal in Ohio, amend the constitution
Editorial: As we wrote some time ago in urg- ing the Ohio General Assembly to pass legislation to control
ROBERT W. FISHER
ROBERT W. FISHER ACCUSED OF UNLAWFUL FLIGHT TO AVOID PROSECUTION, MURDER, ARSON Height: 6’
oddly enough
oddly enough Pa. inmates making own beds — building, that is NESQUEHONING, Pa. Inmates at a
From left, Kasra Mossayebi, 6, and Nima Mossayebi, 5, both of Boardman, check out the 3-D printer at
From left, Kasra Mossayebi, 6, and Nima Mossayebi, 5, both of Boardman, check out the 3-D printer at
madelyn p. hastings | the vindicator
madelyn p. hastings | the vindicator Phillip Shuback, a YSU senior majoring in electrical
MDs: Don’t take cinnamon challenge
MDs: Don’t take cinnamon challenge CHICAGO Don’t take the cinnamon challenge. That’s the advice
RoboCats get $5K from BP America
RoboCats get $5K from BP America Girard The high school robotics team received a boost in
YSU women golfers place 12th at OSU
YSU women golfers place 12th at OSU Columbus The Youngstown State women’s golf team had a strong
Medicaid decision to cost Ohio
Associated Press TOLEDO Rejecting the expansion of health care coverage for more low-income
Some attend silent vigil as a show of solidarity
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com LIBERTY Many people spent Sunday honoring the 65th anniversary
McDonald Schools
McDonald Schools May 7 Election A 3.85-mill, five-year renewal levy will generate $200,147
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Donald H. Deans Jr., 52, of 4551 Crew Hood Road,
madelyn p. hastings | the vindicator
madelyn p. hastings | the vindicator Julia Smaldino of Youngstown feels the heat coming from a
U.S.-ISRAELI RELATIONS A 65-year glance
Several hundred people attended Sunday’s celebration at the Jewish Community Center in Youngstown
The Weathersfield district’s bus fleet will become a fleet with buses five years or younger
The Weathersfield district’s bus fleet will become a fleet with buses five years or younger
Kenseth holds off Kahne at Kansas
Kenseth won the race off pit road after taking two tires under caution.
Kurt Shambaugh, a YSU electrical engineering student, examines his solar- powered plane at the STEM
Kurt Shambaugh, a YSU electrical engineering student, examines his solar- powered plane at the STEM
Barmes snaps out of slump to guide Pirates past Braves
Associated Press pittsburgh Clint Barmes had gotten past the point of looking for a big hit.
Rescue teams try to get relief to quake victims in China
Associated Press LUSHAN, China Saturday’s earthquake in Sichuan province killed at least 186
Prayer and waiting in Texas town after blast
Associated Press WEST, Texas The First Baptist Church in the tiny Texas town where a fertilizer
Penguin softball earns split with Green Bay
YSU won the second game thanks to a seventh-inning wild pitch.
More terror?
Associated Press BOSTON As churches paused to mourn the dead and console the survivors of the
Rivers crest across Midwest
Associated Press CLARKSVILLE, Mo. Those fighting floods in several communities along the
BRAEASSIA V. PRESTLEY
BRAEASSIA V. PRESTLEY ACCUSED OF WEAPON OFFENSE Height: 5’5” Weight: 115 Hair: Black
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Mahoning County Land Reutilization Corporation, 11:30 a.m., commissioner’s
Birthdays
Birthdays Actress Charlotte Rae (“The Facts of Life”) is 87. Actress Estelle Harris (“Seinfeld”)
Boston bombings Developments
Boston bombings Developments Moment of silence Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick is asking
POLAND SCHOOLS LEVY
POLAND SCHOOLS LEVY Renewal of a 6.2-mill, five-year operating levy that would generate $2,297,755
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Liberty and Girard; and Austintown and
terran devore hughes
terran devore hughes ACCUSED OF failure to appear for sentencing on robbery, burglary, assault,
Sunday, April 21 (110 stories)
Phantoms advance to Eastern Conference final
Phantoms advance to Eastern Conference final YOUNGSTOWN Cam Brown’s third-period goal and an
From phone apps to concrete canoes, tech students at YSU strut their stuff
From phone apps to concrete canoes, tech students at YSU strut their stuff Staff report
BoJo’s on the grow: Ice cream shop to open in Boardman, expand in Mahoning Valley
BoJo’s on the grow: Ice cream shop to open in Boardman, expand in Mahoning Valley Staff report
NBC Sports announcer Al Michaels arrested on suspicion of DUI
NBC Sports announcer Al Michaels arrested on suspicion of DUI Associated Press SANTA MONICA,
All trash haulers at Allied Waste to return to work tonight
All trash haulers at Allied Waste to return to work tonight Associated Press YOUNGSTOWN
Rejection of Medicaid expansion to cost Ohio $700M in funds for mental health, drug abuse
Rejection of Medicaid expansion to cost Ohio $700M in funds for mental health, drug abuse
Video clearly puts suspect at scene of attack, Mass. governor says
Surveillance video from the Boston Marathon attack shows one suspect dropping his backpack and calmly walking away from it before the bomb inside exploded, Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick said Sunday.

Brooks-Whitley engagement is announced
Lawrence and Lynda Brooks of Girard are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Lauren Rachelle Brooks, and Daryl Dihu Whitley Jr., both of Columbus.
April Hauser, Brett Grabman set May wedding
The engagement of April Rose Hauser and Brett Andrew Grabman is being announced by their parents.
Sierra Spotleson, Anthony Fox to marry in May
POLAND Sierra Nicole Spotleson of Poland and Anthony James Fox of Boardman are engaged. Parents
Courtney Sheely and Evan Petak to wed July 13
NEW SPRINGFIELD Dennis and Mary Ann Sheely of New Springfield are announcing the engagement of
Vanessa Williams, Mr. Johnson announce plans
Vanessa Williams of Youngstown and Robert L. Johnson of Niles are announcing their engagement.
Miss Liberator, Mr. Centofanti to wed in June
BOARDMAN Carl and Cathy Centofanti of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their son, Carl
Bright-Weymer wedding set for summer
VIENNA Paul and Lou Ann Weymer of Vienna are announcing the engagement of their son, Matthew
MASONIC GROUPS
TUESDAY High Twelve Club 720, Temple on the Hill, will have soup and salad night from 4 to 7 p.m.
Tri-County Golf Classic? Of course
The Lake Club event will benefit those who need help from the American Cancer Society.
BOOKS DIGEST | Library looking for readers of classics
Library looking for readers of classics LEETONIA Become a classic ... reader, that is. One book
Dinner will aid purchase of van ramp
Dinner will aid purchase of van ramp BOARDMAN There will be a spaghetti benefit dinner from 2 to
SENIOR CITIZENS
Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet at noon Tuesday at St. Mark Church fellowship hall on Logan
HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY | Florence Mary Filo
Residence: Campbell. Date of birth: April 23, 1923 Parents: The late John and Mary (Christian)
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, open exercise at
FEDERATED CLUBS
FEDERATED CLUBS WEDNESDAY Youngstown Area Federation of Women’s Clubs will meet at 11:30 a.m. to
Mr., Mrs. Baker mark 65 years of marriage
HUBBARD Charles and Dolores Baker of Hubbard are marking their 65th wedding anniversary today.
Scouts used clothing drive today, Saturday
Boy Scout Troop and Crew 101 of Struthers will host a used clothing drive from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. today and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday.
Earth Day fundraiser at B&O this afternoon
The Community Bill of Rights Committee is having an Earth Day fundraiser at the B&O Station, 530 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, today from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Submit employment discrimination complaints Friday
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s mobile outreach center will visit the Youngstown unit of the NAACP on Friday to accept complaints of employment discrimination based on race, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 and older), disability or retaliation.
Bassetti: Saying goodbye after 43 years
The Vindicator sports writer started working at the paper in 1968.
Phantoms 1 win from upsetting champions
Youngstown needs one win to upset defending champion Green Bay.
Big Tap In beer festival attracts 3,000 attendants
By BRIAN FRY news@vindy.com BOARDMAN There is no doubt that “The Big Tap In” has a positive
YSU players eye NFL opportunities
Mady, one of 24 FCS players invited to this year’s NFL combine, has drawn interest from the New York Giants this offseason.
Youngstown's Arab-Americans' vigil to commemorate Middle East tragedies
After 65 years of oppression, a community of Youngstown residents will come together in support of their "brothers and sisters" in the Middle East.
State paid almost $55M in veterans’ bonuses
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The state has paid nearly $55 million in bonuses to
Mooney’s Zordich battling for Buffalo QB job
Zordich completed 13 of 18 passes for 81 yards and no interceptions.
Hundreds turn up to clean up Mill Creek Park
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It’s easy for anyone driving, walking or bicycling
Fitch, South Range teams win Mahoning County titles
The MVPs were Boardman’s Mark Hadley and Fitch’s Ebony Davis in Division I and South Range’s Andrew O’Leary and Ursuline’s Lavonte Powell in Division II.
Ten new members to be inducted into Warren High Schools hall of fame
Ten new members of the Warren High Schools Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame will be inducted at an awards dinner at 5 p.m. May 4 at Warren G. Harding High School.
Replacement and renewal levies on ballot for Boardman schools
A replacement levy will be specifically focused on improving security at Boardman schools.
YSU Relay nets nearly $38K
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The 29 teams and 247 participants of this year’s Relay for Life of
Prep Baseball results
Ursuline 6-3, Medina Highland 4-1 MEDINA Anthony Rohan, Sam Donko and Harry Finelli each had
Three finalists for YSU president to visit campus
One of these three men is expected to succeed Youngstown State University President Cynthia Anderson after her retirement July 1. Moran is vice chancellor for academic and student affairs for the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, Dunn is president of Murray State University in Kentucky and Decatur is executive VP at the Rhode Island School of Design.
High School softball results
STRIKE OUT CANCER Howland 12, East Palestine 0 BAZETTA TWP. Hannah Kowach struck out six
China quake kills at least 179
Los Angeles Times BEIJING A strong earthquake struck China’s mountainous Sichuan province
Former lineman Sammarone YSU’s new radio analyst
Sammarone was an All-American on YSU’s 1994 national championship team.
Curbstone Coaches banquet tonight
The event begins at 6:30 p.m. at The Georgetown, 5845 South Ave., Boardman.
Week of chaos, horror, hope
By JESSE WASHINGTON AP National Writer Moment after nail-biting moment, the events shoved us
Suburbanites know what’s best?
Opinion: Suburbanites know what’s best? I laughed when I read the recent Vindicator article pairing Dave
Jesse Owens Classic
Jesse Owens Classic Columbus The Youngstown State women’s sprinters competed at the 28th Jesse
Bassetti: Canfield freshman rolls 300 game
The Canfield High freshman’s three-game series was 300-232-224 — 756.
Hot start carries Hoffman to lead
Associated Press HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. Charley Hoffman thought he was through with Harbour
Some residents allowed back home after Texas blast
Associated Press WEST, Texas After days of waiting, the first group of residents who fled their
Area golf calendar
April Tuesday— Our Lady of Mount Carmel Golf League will begin play at Knoll Run. League play will
YSU baseball team rides big inning to victory
The Penguins scored seven runs in the seventh inning in the second straight game.
2 hurt in shooting at Denver pot event
Associated Press DENVER Gunfire erupted at a Denver pot celebration Saturday, injuring two
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, April 21, the 111th day of 2013. There are 254 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
METRO DIGEST || Free concert, party
Free concert, party Youngstown Two streets will be closed for the “Live on Lincoln” event from
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints NCO Financial Systems Inc. v. Anita Morgan, money.
MILESTONES
MILESTONES SCOUTS Eagle Scout awards Joseph Humenick, son of Joe and Patricia Humenick of
Vindy grows — gardens, dining and golf
Opinion: We have some exciting tweaks ongoing at The Vindicator that I’d like you to know about. New to
Home run derby: Indians’ bats come alive in rout of Astros
From wire reports HOUSTON Jason Giambi, Mark Reynolds and Carlos Santana homered, and the
Straw bale gardening
McClatchy Newspapers AKRON When Joel Karsten was growing up on a farm in Minnesota, he noticed
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Boardman Township trustees, 5:30 p.m., Boardman Township Government Center, 8299
As normalcy returns to Boston, investigators dig in
McClatchy Newspapers WATERTOWN, Mass. College rowing teams raced down the Charles River and news
McDonald helps Pirates take another from Braves
Atlanta (13-4), which has the best record in the major leagues, lost consecutive games for the first this season.
The text of the budget amendment creating a new type of Academic Distress Commission. The provision
The text of the budget amendment creating a new type of Academic Distress Commission. The provision
METRO DIGEST || Used clothes drive today, Saturday
Used-clothes drive today, Saturday STRUTHERS Boy Scout Troop and Crew 101 of Struthers will host
Zoo seeks names for twin polar bears
Associated Press TOLEDO A northwest Ohio zoo is asking the public to help choose names for twin
New president at Franciscan University
Associated Press STEUBENVILLE A priest originally trained as a pharmacist and attorney has been
BOSTON BOMBING AFTERMATH | DEVELOPMENTS
Obama convenes security council WASHINGTON President Barack Obama has met with top national
Attendance probes prompt idea for new type of panel
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio House has created a new type of academic-distress
US doubles aid to Syrian opposition
US doubles aid to Syrian opposition ISTANBUL The United States said Sunday that it will double
Rust Belt Theater Company’s ‘Conversations’ is comedic gold
By Lorraine Wardle entertainment@vindy.com Youngstown Ever wonder how the other half lives?
birthdays
birthdays Actor Charles Grodin is 78. Singer Iggy Pop is 66. Actress Patti LuPone is 64. Actor
By definition and etymology, ‘marriage’ requires a man and a woman
Opinion: The question of “gay mar- riage” is not a religious matter. Nor is it a political issue. Rather,
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9
Career paths & limelights
AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS Bill McDermott of Austintown, who works as a senior manager at FedEx Ground
Book encourages plant breeding
Book encourages plant breeding Wish you could find a disease-resistant rose in just the right
Surplus food
Surplus food Stepping Into The Future Inc., 2905 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown. Food distributions
Mile by mile, group marks milestone
Copeland Oaks' residents and employees blend fitness and fun with their 50-mile walking event.
Hot-dog festival seeks to make Niles, Valley wild about Harry
Staff Report NILES Stevens Park on Hughes Street Southeast in Niles pays homage to Harry
How stores are spying on you
We’re used to being watched when we shop. Cookies track our every move online, and salespeople
Redford: It’s time to revisit Watergate
Actor participates in cable special By Ellen Gray Philadelphia Daily News Robert Redford
Session at Covelli
Session at Covelli yOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber’s BusinessSFlbTraining
Cancer center dances toward goal
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Anna Aey and Donna Detwiler had never met but
Joining the crowd
Sacramento Bee To raise $15,000 for a new business venture, Sacramento, Calif., artist Danny
SHOPPING HABITS Changes challenge traditional grocers
Star Tribune (Minneapolis) Like increasing numbers of grocery shoppers, Ty Rushmeyer doesn’t have
record reviews
Ghostface Killah and Adrian Younge Album: “Twelve Reasons to Die” (Soul Temple/RED Distribution)
Ask Mr. Know It All
Q. Which U.S. president was the first born in a hospital? S.L.S., Lynn, Mass. A. James Earl
Savvy cater to novice bettors
Lexington Herald-Leader LEXINGTON, Ky. Heidemarie Gentryswift has worked around horses for
FOLKSY CHIC
By Josh Noel Chicago Tribune BURLINGTON, Vt. There was a McDonald’s downtown in Vermont’s
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Damn Yankees,” 5 p.m.: A student production at Boardman Performing
Amazon nears debut of original TV shows
Associated Press SANTA MONICA, Calif. There used to be just one way for getting shows on TV.
publishers weekly BEST-SELLERS | For the week ending April 14
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Daddy’s Gone a Hunting” by Mary Higgins Clark (Simon & Schuster) 2. “Don’t
Mahoning Valley inhospitable to local, national drug pushers
Editorial: A year-long investigation by city of Warren, state and federal law enforcement agencies of a major
Discussion continues on home TV recording
Q. I’ve been following your columns on home TV recording. Can’t you get a hard drive/ DVD recorder
Pop culture Q&A
Pop culture Q&A By Rich Heldenfels Q. Can you tell me anything about the young detective and his
CROWD FUNDING 101
Origins: It started about five years ago as a means for creative types to raise money online for
Let state racing panel pay
Opinion: Conspiracy theories aside, the reason the Ohio State Racing Commission is making such seemingly
newsmakers
newsmakers George Beverly Shea dies at 104; sang at Graham crusades MONTREAT, N.C. George
Members of The Youngstown Connection rehearse for Saturday’s benefit show for Yellow Brick
Members of The Youngstown Connection rehearse for Saturday’s benefit show for Yellow Brick Place
A long road ahead for all
Editorial: A long road ahead for all If it is true that Dzhokhar Tsar- naev, 19, ran over his wounded 26
Report: Vendor funds targeted lawmakers in Internet-cafe issue
Associated Press CLEVELAND A supplier for Ohio’s embattled Internet cafe industry apparently
Bombing should make us aware
Opinion: On Monday afternoon, as the Boston Marathon bombings brought back that sense of dread that hung in
Saturday, April 20 (91 stories)
Big Tap In big success with crowds, hotels, restaurants this weekend
There is no doubt that “The Big Tap In” has a positive impact on our Valley. The economic and social influences go well beyond The Shepherd Center here where this year’s event took place.
Free books to be given to students at World Book Night Tuesday
The Leetonia Community Public Library, 181 Walnut St., will participate in World Book Night 2013 on Tuesday .
Youngstown Relay event raises nearly $38K
The 29 teams and 247 participants of this year’s Relay for Life of Youngstown raised more than $30,000 for the American Cancer Society in an event Friday.
450 Scouts collect others' trash from Mill Creek today
It’s easy for anyone driving, walking or bicycling through Mill Creek MetroParks this time of year to notice the budding trees, vibrant colors replacing the browns of winter and the ubiquitous sounds and sights of birds.
Arab-Americans set vigil against oppression, occupation Sunday
As the U.S. reflects on its own tragedy days ago in Boston, a group of Americans in Youngstown are also remembering a history of tragedies still happening to their brethren in the Middle East.
5-year-old girl serious after being raped, tortured for 2 days
A 5-year-old girl was in serious condition Saturday after being raped and tortured by a man who held her in a locked room in India's capital for two days, officials said.
Officials, public eagerly await questioning of, charges against Tsarnaev
Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev lay hospitalized in serious condition under heavy guard Saturday - apparently in no shape to be interrogated - as investigators tried to establish the motive for the deadly attack and the scope of the plot.
Streets to close for 'Live on Lincoln' block party Friday
Two streets will be closed for the “Live on Lincoln” event from 10 a.m. Friday through 1 a.m. next Saturday.
Pens clinch East’s top seed
Pens clinch East’s top seed BOSTON (AP) — Hockey returned to Boston after a one-day postponement,
Miss Patterson, Mr. Blakeslee plan September date
Jessica Patterson of Austintown and Andrew Blakeslee of Meadville, Pa., are engaged. Parents of
Miss Hancock, Mr. Connolly to wed in July
BOARDMAN Laura Sevenich Sobotka and Robert Hancock, both of Boardman, are announcing the
Noel Bacha, Matthew Shaw to exchange vows
Noel Bacha and Matthew Shaw, both of Richmond, Va., are planning a June 22 wedding. The
Shepherd sponsors classes for families
Shepherd sponsors classes for families Shepherd of the Valley is sponsoring Steering Your Senior
Local high school Envirothon is Wednesday
The Mahoning Soil and Water Conservation District will host this year’s Northeast Ohio High School Envirothon, an academic, outdoor competition for students in grades nine through 12.
Man kidnapped, beaten, held in dog kennel on South Side
A 50-year-old man staying with a friend on West Princeton Avenue told police he was kidnapped and beaten late Wednesday, taken to a home on Ravenwood Avenue and placed in a dog kennel in the basement.
Youngstown will increase curfew law enforcement for minors
The city is enlisting the help of youth organizations in this effort
Defense ramps up pressure in YSU spring game
YSU is in its second year under defensive coordinator Joe Tresey and it showed on Friday.
Gunther, Shore lead Irish softball team past Howland
The game was only one of three first-round matchups in the sixth annual Irish Strike Out Cancer Invitational.
Report: Job sprawl persists in Youngstown-Warren area
Youngstown-Warren, like other parts of the country, has seen a decline in downtown employment
Inside the ropes with JASON KOKRAK
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a second-round 68 in
Niles aims to dig up 1964 time capsule at McKinley
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES If you own a metal detector or know someone who does, the
YSU softball team can’t keep lead against Loyola
The Penguins exploded for five in the bottom half of the second to take a 5-4 lead.
Learn about Jewish culture at Israel’s 65th
The family-oriented event Sunday at the JCC will feature music, food, displays and games.
Survivor of March 10 crash drownings indicted twice in 2 days
Brian K. Henry II, one of the two teens who survived the early-morning March 10 traffic crash on Niles Warren River Road that killed six other teens, was indicted twice last week.
Phantoms host Gamblers in Game 3 tonight
Green Bay visits the Covelli Centre tonight and Sunday afternoon for Games 3 and 4 in the best-of-five series.
Campbell police dog bites accident victim
The Campell Police Department’s K9 officer, Storm, has been involved in a third incident in which he has bitten an unintended victim.
Ohioans weigh in on variety of topics
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Ohio voters support background checks for gun
Williamson rallies for the state OAA
The test measures third through eighth graders’ knowledge in various subjects
Boston bombing manhunt ends with 1 dead, 1 in custody
A crowd in Watertown, Mass., cheers Friday night as police leave the scene of the arrest of a suspect in the Boston Marathon bombings.
Pope Francis wastes no time in targeting Vatican structure
Editorial: Just a month after becoming the leader of the 1.2 billion Roman Catholics around the world, Pope
Don’t expect much from Washington
Opinion: WASHINGTON The way to stay sane in this city is never to expect too much. So the soothing
Youngstown native sees tension, relief in Boston neighbors
Youngstown native Kevin Tarpley says the stay-at-home order issued by authorities Friday because of concerns about what the remaining Boston Marathon bombing suspect would do reminded him of times back home when bad storms blew through town.
METRO DIGEST || Swierz hospitalized
Swierz hospitalized YOUNGSTOWN Longtime Youngstown City Councilman John R. Swierz, D-7th,
Loss of first-responders leaves town grieving
Associated Press WEST, Texas Buck Uptmor didn’t have to go to West Fertilizer Co. when the fire
Paramore expands sound in new effort
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Hayley Williams of Paramore said joining rapper
University fund is important
Opinion: Ketchikan (Alaska) Daily News: The Legislature always leaves something to do next session. One of
State will study Medicaid
Opinion: COLUMBUS If there’s one thing lawmakers know how to do well, it’s study. That is, form study
Westminster students’ ideas top competition
Staff report New wilmington, pa. Ann Marie Bayma, a Westminster College sophomore
EPA to get oilfield waste spill cleanup report Monday
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will get the required oilfield waste spill cleanup report on Monday; and D & L Energy will avoid a $37, 500 daily fine for missing that deadline, under a bankruptcy’s judge’s order.
Kenseth captures pole for Sprint Cup race
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, KAN. Matt Kenseth did his best Friday to erase his reputation as
israel 65 | Celebration and more
Who: Jewish Community Center. When: 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Where: Center, 505 Gypsy Lane,
Weathersfield schools are kicking off a $25.4 million demolition, renovation and new building project.
Weathersfield schools are kicking off a $25.4 million demolition, renovation and new building project.
More Prep softball results
Canfield 3, McGuffey 2 ASHLAND Abby Baker allowed just one hit and fanned five and Sydney
Riding with … Dave Blaney
Riding with … Dave Blaney Friday: The Hartford native qualified 42nd (owner points) for Sunday’s
Magic Wandy: Pirates lefty shuts down Braves
Rodriguez pitched so well, he made his manager almost consider giving him 10 days rest between all his starts.
BUSINESS DIGEST || Ribbon-cutting
Ribbon-cutting howland Rock ‘N’ Out Nutrition, a social club that will promote health and
RELIGION DIGEST || Labyrinth walks
Labyrinth walks canfield The Ursuline Center, 4280 Shields Road, will begin its guided labyrinth
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments A Mahoning County grand jury this week handed up indictments against
Dollar menu fails to boost sales
Associated Press NEW YORK McDonald’s managed to eke out a higher profit for its first quarter
Ricin like that mailed is relatively easy to make
Ricin like that mailed is relatively easy to make OXFORD, Miss. The ricin mailed to the
Affidavit: Haslam knew of fraud
Plain Dealer CLEVELAND Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam’s travel center company for “many
CORRECTION
CORRECTION An article in Friday’s Vindicator incorrectly stated that Rich Pyle still is a part
Streelman in three-way tie for RBC Heritage lead
Warren JFK graduate Jason Kokrak shot a second-round 68.
Molly Ringwald joins the jazz club
By CHARLES J. GANS Associated Press NEW YORK Molly Ringwald has moved from “The Breakfast
Dixon making progress in IndyCar
Quietly, in the shadow of his teammate, Scott Dixon has put together one of the most impressive resumes in IndyCar.
Unemployment rate unchanged in Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s unemployment rate was unchanged in March but remains below the
Penske teams looking forward to appeals
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, kan. Brad Keselowski spent some time in the garage talking to
Allied Services of Toledo files lawsuit against Local 377
Company said the Youngstown union is violating federal labor laws
Penguins-Bruins game postponed
Associated Press BOSTON The Red Sox and Bruins postponed their games Friday as authorities
Young Koreans are training to attack US
Associated Press PYONGYANG, North Korea North Korea’s newest batch of future soldiers — scrawny
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Louis M. Brumbaugh Jr., 82, of 10510 Springfield
Boy Scouts propose partial lift of ban
Associated Press NEW YORK Searching for compromise on a divisive issue, the Boy Scouts of
YCS kicker Yargo headed to Wesminster
YCS kicker Yargo headed to Wesminster YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Christian senior kicker Daniel Yargo
GRADS LIST
GRADS LIST The following students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted:
300 participants attend Ohio PTA’s 107th Annual Convention
Staff report columbus Ohio PTA is in the midst of its 107th Annual Convention this weekend at
GROVE CITY college Campus gets a chapter of IJM nonprofit
Staff report Grove city, pa. Grove City College now has an official campus chapter of the global
orthodox services | For Holy Week, Easter
Holy Trinity Romanian Orthodox Church, 626 Wick Ave., Youngstown: May 1, Holy Unction service at 6
sunday news shows
sunday news shows Guest lineup Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”:
Kent Trumbull Enactus team takes honors at event
Staff report Champion The Kent State University at Trumbull Enactus team was named a regional
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Dave Mason, 8 p.m.: The Rock Hall of Famer and founding member of
A film with Ryan Gosling, Bradley Cooper, Eva Mendes and Ray Liotta has to be good, right? ‘Beyond Pines’ squanders cast
By ROGER MOORE McClatchy News Service Unwieldy, overlong and overly reliant on melodramatic
Al Neuharth, USA Today founder, dies
Associated Press COCOA BEACH, Fla. USA Today founder Al Neuharth has died in Cocoa Beach, Fla.
Murder trial postponed in search of new evidence
Defense attorney says a voice message to a cell phone could clear his client’s name.
‘RING SHOUT’
McClatchy Newspapers ATLANTA Most travelers have little reason to pass through Bolden, a tiny
EGCC joins in grant initiative
Staff report Youngstown Eastern Gateway Community College is participating in a national grant
newsmakers
newsmakers Fox TV renews ‘Glee’ for 2 more seasons LOS ANGELES The Fox TV series “Glee” will
‘THE PLACE BEYOND THE PINES’
‘THE PLACE BEYOND THE PINES’ Grade: C Credits: Directed by Derek Cianfrance; cast includes Ryan
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 33.05 .30 Avalon
Friday, April 19 (131 stories)
Trinidad, Tobago presentation at Kravitz's Saturday morning
Youngstown State University associate Prof. Zara Rowlands will discuss the multicultural history of Trinidad and Tobago at 10 Saturday morning at Kravitz’s Delicatessen, 3135 Belmont Ave.
Hannah's House annual luncheon, style show Saturday morning
Hannah’s House, a Warren Family Mission program in Vienna, will have is annual luncheon and style show at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at McMenamy’s Banquet Center, 325 Youngstown-Warren Road in Niles.
Survivor of drowning crash that killed 6 indicted twice this week
Brian K. Henry II, one of the two teens who survived the early morning March 10 crash on Niles Warren River Road that killed six other teens, was indicted twice this week.
FBI interviewed older bombing suspect in 2011 at request of foreign government
A federal law enforcement official says the FBI interviewed the older Boston Marathon bombing suspect at the request of a foreign government in 2011 and that nothing derogatory was found. T
Dead suspect's mother-in-law says family sickened by marathon attack
The mother-in-law of the Boston Marathon bombing suspect killed during a gunbattle with police said Friday her family is sickened by the horror inflicted by the deadly attack.
Youngstown native in Boston: Everyone 'worried about next shoe to fall'
Youngstown native Kevin Tarpley says the stay-at-home order issued by authorities Friday because of concerns about what the remaining Boston Marathon bombing suspect would do reminded him of times back home when bad storms blew through town.

UPDATED | Second bombing suspect in custody
Gunfire erupted Friday night amid the manhunt for the surviving suspect in the Boston Marathon bombing, and police in armored vehicles and tactical gear rushed into the Watertown neighborhood in a possible break in the case.
Are you in Boston? Contact us here
The Vindicator and Vindy.com are seeking any Mahoning/Shenango Valley natives or former residents now living in the greater Boston area where the Boston Marathon bombing events have been taking place.
Councilman John R. Swierz suffers heart attack
Councilman John R. Swierz suffers heart attack YOUNGSTOWN — Longtime Youngstown City Councilman
Boil advisory lifted in Hubbard
Boil advisory lifted in Hubbard Hubbard The Trumbull County Sanitary Engineer’s office has
D&L Energy bankruptcy hearing under way in Youngstown
D&L Energy bankruptcy hearing under way in Youngstown YOUNGSTOWN — The first hearing in U.S.

LOUIE TODAY: Escape from a dog-fighting ring; trash strike; 'God & the Atom'
Join Louie Friday when he'll be talking with Cynthia Schlichting about her book: "As Bright As The Sun," which chronicles the journey of a dog named Bella to a family that became her own, and the unimaginable circumstances she had to endure as a victim of dog-fighting in order to make her way home.
Recyclable collections suspended in Youngstown due to strike
The Mahoning County Green Team has suspended curb-side recycling collections in Youngstown because of the Republic/Allied Waste work stoppage. There is no indication when the free service will return because all available resources of Republic/Allied Waste are being allocated to residential garbage collection outside of Youngstown.
Chemical spill drill planned for Thursday
Trumbull County Emergency Management and the Trumbull County Local Emergency Planning Committee will conduct a full-scale exercise from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday.
CLUB CALENDAR
ALLIANCES Ohio Cultural Alliance will meet for a dinner meeting at 6 p.m. May 6 at The Georgetown,
Daffodil show set for Fellows Gardens
Daffodil show set for Fellows Gardens YOUNGSTOWN Fellows Riverside Gardens’ Daffodil Show will
'Hardcore Pawn' star in Youngstown Saturday
It used to be that going to a pawn shop was something you did only out of necessity and was certainly nothing to brag about.
N. Phelps, W. Wood to close Monday for utility work
North Phelps Street between West Wood Street and West Rayen Avenue will be closed Monday through May 17 for replacement and repair of sanitary sewer lines.

Girard High team set for world championships
Qualifying for a world competition may be a satisfactory achievement for many high school teams, but for the Girard High School RoboCats, it’s just the first step in becoming a world champion.

Supporters of anti-fracking amendment unveil 2 billboards
Opponents say the proposal isn't enforceable

YSU Metro College offers foreign language classes
French, Arabic, Italian and Spanish courses are offered at the Boardman campus
Busy suburban roads on Mahoning County’s 2013 paving schedule
Mahoning County’s 2013 paving program includes 8.61 miles of repaving and 7.4 miles of chip and seal treatment.
‘Hardcore Pawn’ promotion tour to stop in Valley
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com It used to be that going to a pawn shop was something you
Warren worker who admits stealing newspapers charged with theft
A misdemeanor theft charge has been filed against a Warren Operations Department employee who a detective says has been stealing close to 20 newspapers per day from vending machines for more than a year.
Foundation gives YSU $185K for scholarships
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Marion G. Resch Foundation trustees have made a $185,000 grant to
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 5-over-par 76 in

Cafe Cimmento will close Saturday
Nearing retirement owner George Mager decided it was time to call it quits

FBI seeks public’s help to ID marathon bombing suspects
This image released by the FBI on Thursday shows what the agency is calling suspect No. 1, front, in black cap, and suspect No. 2, in white cap, back right, walking in Boston before the explosions at Monday’s marathon.
MAHONING COUNTY courts, Bankruptcies
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Justin R. Brown, 25, of 174 Southforest Ave.,
Court painters hired
Court painters hired YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County commissioners have entered into a $21,685
Lorenzo Brooks has one week to turn himself in at the county jail.
Lorenzo Brooks has one week to turn himself in at the county jail.
What: Pancake breakfast for the Girard High School robotics team. All proceeds will help defer the
What: Pancake breakfast for the Girard High School robotics team. All proceeds will help defer the
Today is Friday, April 19, the 109th day of 2013. There are 256 days left in the year.
Today is Friday, April 19, the 109th day of 2013. There are 256 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Suicide attack kills 26 in cafe in Baghdad
Associated Press BAGHDAD A suicide bomber detonated explosives at a Baghdad cafe crowded with
Former Boardman police chief shoots self in leg
Associated Press MEDINA A northern Ohio police chief says he was accidentally shot in the leg
Ohio air show drops bomb re-enactment
Associated Press CINCINNATI A popular southwest Ohio air show has canceled plans to stage a re-
Blue Jackets jump into 8th
Associated Press ANAHEIM, CALIF. With four games left, the Columbus Blue Jackets are back in a
Red Sox sweep Indians; Bucs fall to Braves
Associated Press CLEVELAND Jon Lester pitched seven strong innings, Jarrod Saltalamacchia hit a
Harding robotics team completes season
The Warren G. Harding robotics team, Delphi ELITE Team 48 didn’t finish this season with as much success as past seasons but looks forward to future seasons.
Surplus food
Surplus food Second Chance Ministry, 1747 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown, free dinner from 4 to 6
Cavaliers’ Irving deeply hurt by Scott’s firing
Cleveland has had three losing seasons since James went south
FBI seeks public’s help to ID suspects
Associated Press BOSTON Plucking a couple of blurry faces in baseball caps out of a crowd, the
Poll: Kasich leading challengers in governor race
More than half questioned think Kasich is doing a good job as governor
Poll: Trust, Obama approval decline
Poll: Trust, Obama approval decline WASHINGTON President Barack Obama’s re-election glow is
newsmakers
newsmakers Van Dyke gets tests for ‘cranial throbbing’ LOS ANGELES A spokesman for Dick Van
Ohio House OKs $61.5B state budget
Associated Press COLUMBUS A sweeping state budget that would give residents an income tax cut
Summer theater workshop
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Victorian Players Theater, 702 Mahoning Ave., will have a summer
Grandmother gets 22 years for killing teen
Associated Press PONTIAC, Mich. A 75-year-old Detroit- area woman who killed her grandson
Boston Marathon runners come home, talk about 'chaos'
Two local runners reflect on the surreal and chaotic experience of being at the Boston Marathon for the bombings.
Ex-official, wife charged in slayings of Texas DAs
Associated Press KAUFMAN, Texas A former Texas justice of the peace seeking revenge for a theft
Miss. man charged in ricin-letters case described as troubled
Associated Press OXFORD, Miss. A Mississippi man charged with sending ricin-laced letters to the
Republic on three day delay
Subscription customers can expect to wait a week before their trash is collected
Crews look for survivors, bodies after Texas blast
Associated Press WEST, Texas Rescuers searched the smoking remnants of a Texas farm town
oddly enough
oddly enough Judge holds self in contempt for smartphone IONIA, Mich. A Michigan judge whose
Charlie Wilson’s death was a shock
Opinion: Despite former U.S. Rep. Charlie Wilson suffering a serious stroke on Feb. 21, his death Sunday left
Run in Boston in ’14
Opinion: By Lane Filler Newsday If you want to understand the nature of the United States, how we respond
Sensible gun measure defeated by a minority in the US Senate
Editorial: Once again a Senate filibuster allowed a minority to deny an up-or-down vote on a piece of
COMING TOMORROW
COMING TOMORROW Look for a review of the film “The Place Beyond the Pines,” starring Ryan
A budget plan to create jobs
Opinion: By Jeff Zients Baltimore Sun President Barack Obama’s Fiscal Year 2014 budget is a concrete plan
Tom Cruise sci-fi film falls short of blockbuster ‘Oblivion’ is too familiar
Tom Cruise stars in “Oblivion.” By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers Science fiction is one
Disabled are in harm’s way
Opinion: By Mike Ervin McClatchy-Tribune In his budget proposal, President Obama is betraying the poorest
Opening for Dylan is a thrill for Dawes
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Taylor Goldsmith grew up like so many songwriters,
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Hansel and Gretel,” 7:30 p.m.: Dana School of Music presents
Seven more people arraigned on local drug charges
Seven more of the people indicted by a Trumbull County grand jury on drug charges related to a 10-month investigation were arraigned Thursday in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court.
Global pro-growth policies are needed, IMF chief says
Associated Press WASHINGTON The head of the International Monetary Fund says the United States,
Applications for jobless aid rise
Applications for jobless aid rise WASHINGTON The number of Americans seeking unemployment
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 32.66 .16 Avalon
House passes pro-business cybersecurity measure
Associated Press WASHINGTON Pro-business legislation aimed at helping companies fend off
Obama, victims’ families overcome by gun owners
By Nedra Pickler Associated Press WASHINGTON Four months ago, President Barack Obama promised
Birthday party in Canton
Opinion: Birthday party in Canton Canton Repository: Football’s past, present and future come together
Boston Marathon runners come home, talk about 'chaos'
Two local runners reflect on the surreal and chaotic experience of being at the Boston Marathon for the bombings.
Vets to build house for local heroes
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com American Veteran Post 301, with the help of Habitat for
Poland eighth-graders tour Washington
Poland Middle School eighth-graders recently visited Washington D.C. for the annual field trip. The
Farm’s baby shower draws big crowd
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Thousands of visitors took advantage of a warm, sunny day to
Poland farmer’s market accepting vendors
The second annual Poland Village Farmers Market will start June 14 and continue each Friday through
Fitch adds members to National Honor Society
New members to Austintown Fitch High School’s National Honor Society (NHS) were inducted into the group at a ceremony March 28 in the auditorium.
Canfield student earns leadership award
Canfield senior Abby Baker was recently selected as the recipient of the “Young Women With Bright
Dancer’s dreams come true
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Angela Krpicak, a 2012 graduate of Canfield High School,
Youth group turns treasures into trip
The Canfield Presbyterian Church youth group sponsored its annual Trash and Treasure Sale April 13 to raise funds for its upcoming international mission trip.
CHC students earn limo lunch
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com As a reward for the top sellers of C.H. Campbell Elementary
Farm’s baby shower draws big crowd
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Thousands of visitors took advantage of a warm, sunny day to
Third-graders learn about wooly critters
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Third-grade students at C.H. Campbell Elementary School got
Fitch Souper Supper raises funds
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com For the fifth year, Austintown Fitch High School hosted the
Children explore Angry Birds at library
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Austintown library, along with librarian Hayley McEwing,
Sacagawea visits Watson students
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Students in Dana Elias’ and Chrissy Palmer’s classes
Center remembers Holocaust through art
Seventh- and eighth-grade students at Boardman Center Middle School participated in an art show to honor and remember the Holocaust.
Library hosts Castaway Carnival
By ADRIENNE BISH neighbors@vindy.com Children of all ages were invited to the Castaway Carnival
Mill Creek hosts rabbit event
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com With spring finally here, Mill Creek Park hosted a wild
Glenwood student master of the map
On April 5, Boardman Glenwood Middle School seventh-grader Pranav Padmanabhan participated in the
Austintown graduates part of canoe competition
Joe Reed and Samantha Rovnak, senior mechanical engineering students from Austintown, were part of

Sister Patricia changing roles at Beatitude House
The executive director will transition to senior development officer to focus on funding.
Girls track team loses Fed meet
The Boardman girls track team opened its Federal League season with a 96-41 loss to Canton GlenOak.
Amanda Kilgore v. Mark Robinson II
Amanda Marie Kilgore and Mark Paul Robinson II, both of Columbus, exchanged wedding vows June 15 at
Canfield sports briefs
Parent-Child scramble schedule set The schedule for the Diamondback parent-child scrambles has
Boys track starts outdoor season
The Boardman boys track team opened the outdoor season with an 83-54 loss to the GlenOak Golden
Austintown briefs
Teen driving school set Tire Rack Street Survival will host a teen driving school on May 5 from 8
Boardman briefs
BHS accepts scholarship applications Applications for the George Brownlee Scholarship are now
Boardman sports briefs
Baseball team defeats GlenOak The Boardman boys baseball team defeated GlenOak 4-3 on April 13 at
Canfield Police Blotter
March 1 Identity theft: An account was opened at a Cleveland bank using the Social Security number
Canfield briefs
YSU scholarship applications available Applications for scholarships to Youngstown State
Public Library of Youngstown wants your input
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC) is asking area residents to take a
Poland Police Blotter
April 3 Assault: David D. McLaughlin, 21, of 7337 North Lima Road, Poland, was charged with simple
Poland briefs
Spring bird and wildflower hike set The Friends of the Poland Forest Spring Bird and Wildflower
Boardman Police Blotter
April 4 Unauthorized use of a vehicle: A Mathews Road woman said a co-worker used her 2002 GMC
POLICE CALLS IN GIRARD, LIBERTY
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Liberty and Girard: LIBERTY April 12
METRO DIGEST || Allied Waste strike cancels collection of recyclables in city
Allied Waste strike cancels collection of recyclables in city Youngstown The Mahoning County
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU baseball on radio
YSU baseball on radio niles At least eight Youngstown State baseball games will be broadcast on
Thursday’s YSU notebook More from Stambaugh Stadium
Stepping up: After packing on 10 pounds in the offseason and impressing the coaches this spring,

Dobbins celebrates Earth Day
Dobbins Elementary School celebrated Earth Day with Peg Flynn of the Mahoning Valley Green Team April 10.
Austintown Police Blotter
March 25 Criminal damaging: A vehicle’s windows were broken and headlights and taillights
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Clothing giveaway Friday, Saturday
Calvary United Methodist Church, 12062 South Ave., will have a clothing giveaway from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday.
Phantoms win, tie series
Phantoms win, tie series GREEN BAY, WIS. — The Youngstown Phantoms scored three goals in the third
Former Boardman chief shoots self in leg
Medina police Chief Patrick Berarducci says he was accidentally shot in the leg when his gun discharged as he was pushing it into his holster while getting ready for work.
Mahoning County hires painters for probate court
Mahoning County commissioners have entered into a $21,685 contract with Joseph Painting Contractors Inc. of Boardman, the lowest of three bidders, to paint the probate court offices.
Teen stunned at portrayal as bombing suspect
Teen stunned at portrayal as bombing suspect REVERE, Mass. (AP) — A teenager said he is scared to
Sinkhole swallows 3 cars in Chicago
Sinkhole swallows 3 cars in Chicago CHICAGO - As a relentless rainstorm battered the Chicago area
FBI: Pilot worker says Haslam knew of rebate fraud
FBI: Pilot worker says Haslam knew of rebate fraud NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — An FBI agent’s
UPDATED | FBI releases images of two Boston Marathon bombing suspects
FBI releases images of two Boston Marathon bombing suspects
Kokrak shoots 5-over 75 at Heritage
Kokrak shoots 5-over 75 at Heritage HILTON HEAD, S.C. — Warren native Jason Kokrak shot a 5-over
Supporters of an anti-fracking charter amendment unveil billboards
Supporters of an anti-fracking charter amendment unveil billboards YOUNGSTOWN — Supporters of an
Cafe Cimmento to close
Cafe Cimmento to close Cafe Cimmento will welcome customers for the last time this Saturday after
Food poisonings up from raw milk, poultry bacteria
Food poisonings up from raw milk, poultry bacteria NEW YORK (AP) — Health officials are seeing
3 killed, 8 hurt in crash on Thruway in western NY
3 killed, 8 hurt in crash on Thruway in western NY BRANT, N.Y. (AP) — State police say a van
Portman says principles guided his gun sale vote
Portman says principles guided his gun sale vote YOUNGSTOWN — U.S. Sen. Rob Portman said today his
Tod Lane in Youngstown closed for sewer repair
Tod Lane in Youngstown closed for sewer repair Youngstown Tod Lane between Fifth and Goleta
Obama honors bombing victims in Boston
Obama honors bombing victims in Boston BOSTON (AP) — President Barack Obama declared “there is a
Marion G. Resch Foundation makes $185,000 grant to YSU
Marion G. Resch Foundation makes $185,000 grant to YSU YOUNGSTOWN Marion G. Resch Foundation

Roller coasters and fracking? Guests include Annie Zelm, Chris Jaskiewicz, and Alan Wenger
April 18, 2013 | Annie Zelm, Chris Jaskiewicz, and Alan Wenger are guests this week
Patrol investigates Gypsy Lane car and motorcycle mishap
Patrol investigates Gypsy Lane car and motorcycle mishap LIBERTY The Ohio State Highway Patrol
Boil alert issued in Hubbard and Brookfield townships
Boil alert issued in Hubbard and Brookfield townships Hubbard Due to a water main break along
Donations being accepted to create Youngstown community campus
545 Management Group Inc., a nonprofit organization, has reached an agreement with Holy Apostles Parish to buy the former Our Lady of Hungary Church property, 545 N. Belle Vista Ave., for $1 plus other considerations.
Award nominations sought from former ValleyCare patients, family
ValleyCare Health System of Ohio is seeking nominations for its annual Patient Choice Award from former patients and family members. Nominations for the 2013 Patient Choice Award will be accepted until May 3.
Free recycling events at HMHP Boardman, Warren, Youngstown Monday
In celebration of Earth Day, Humility of Mary Health Partners is offering free community recycling events at its health centers in Boardman, Warren and Youngstown.
Rosary society to sponsor card party
Rosary society to sponsor card party MCDONALD The Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church Altar and
Columbiana to sponsor birdhouse contest
Columbiana Area Tourism Bureau to sponsor birdhouse contest in May
Volunteers needed to tear down garages in Idora Neighborhood
The Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corp. is seeking volunteers to help take down dilapidated residential garages in the Idora Neighborhood on Saturday.
Test-drive a Ford to raise money for autism society
The Autism Society of Ohio Mahoning Valley Office and Mark Thomas Ford are collaborating to raise up to $6,000 in support of autism programming and support activities in the Mahoning Valley as part of Ford Motor Co.’s Drive 4 UR Community program.
Girard trash pickup delayed by Allied strike
City officials said residents should put their garbage outside Sunday night for Monday pickup, instead of Thursday night for Friday pickup.
Howland limb, branch picup starts Monday
Limb and branch pickup for the east side of Howland Township, east of Mosquito Creek, begins Monday and ends May 3.
Dozens injured in Texas fertilizer plant explosion
The mayor of a Texas town where an explosion leveled a fertilizer plant says he doesn't yet know how many people were hurt or killed in the blast.

Liberty adds banners to Shady Road bridge
Township officials have added some spirited touches to a bridge enhancement project that was three years in the making.
Valley runners talk about 'chaos' at Boston marathon
Two Mahoning Valley runners who experienced the chaos of the Boston Marathon took time at home to reflect on their experiences.

Mathews girls softball team unbeaten
The Mustangs (8-0, 6-0 Northeastern Athletic Conference) have not been scored upon in league play.

YSU’s Williams wants to make big plays
Williams still led the team with 63 tackles last season, but he failed to make many impact plays.
Lordstown will display new diesel Cruze today
The event marks the model's first public display in the Valley
Giambi, Swisher homer in Tribe loss
Bonded by the tragedy in Boston, the Red Sox won their fifth straight.
Clemency denied for man who raped, murdered infant girl
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Gov. John Kasich has denied clemency for a Mansfield
Browns’ changes nothing new for Jackson
He’s done just about everything in Cleveland, except make the playoffs.
Seminar educates first-responders about autism
The seminar included police from eight departments and other first responders.
Valley sales tax collection increases modestly in January
Valley sales tax numbers reflect lower unemployment
Work of Rock Hall of Famer Dave Mason turns up everywhere
One look at Dave Mason’s history and it’s obvious he’s the Forrest Gump of classic rock.
Rust Belt presents local playwright’s work
Rust Belt Theater Company will present the locally written play “Conversations” for four performances beginning Friday.
Salem turns to "The Nerd" to save the day
The Salem Community Theatre is bringing back “The Nerd” for a two-weekend run beginning Friday.
Diamond man gets 10 years for killing 2 in drunken driving crash
Paul Wodianka of Diamond had accepted that he would get 10 years in prison for driving intoxicated Sept. 21 and killing a Paris Township couple. The harder part may have been hearing how the accident affected his victims’ families.
Youngstown council authorized hiring company to build new fire station
Council also approved a plan to better enforce parking tickets
DeWine launches effort to close Internet cafes
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine launched a new effort

Feds indict 42 from Warren area on drug, weapons charges
A Trumbull County sheriff’s deputy removes a man identified as Don Drokin from the house at 1633 Arthur Drive NW, Warren, Wednesday, the day a U.S. attorney announced nearly 100 drug and firearms arrests in the Warren area. He was arraigned Wednesday in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court, where Judge Andrew Logan set his bond at $2,500.
Spill cleanup costs, reputation damage push D&L into bankruptcy
The high cost of cleanup of a Jan. 31 oilfield waste spill, and the business decline due to reputation damage since then, have forced D&L Energy to seek Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Austintown singer has the Spirit
Ashley Marie Lewis of Austintown is a singer and soccer fan who is getting a synergy from the two.
Garbage pickup day
Garbage pickup day Girard City officials said residents should put their garbage outside Sunday
METRO DIGEST || Nominations sought
Nominations sought YOUNGSTOWN ValleyCare Health System of Ohio is seeking nominations for its
Politics was more than a job for Charlie Wilson (1943-2013)
Editorial: Charlie Wilson was a wealthy businessman — but you would never have known it from talking to him, or
NIGHTLIFE
Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476 Thu: Karaoke with
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Calvary United Methodist Church, 12062 South Ave., North Lima, clothing
Howland recycling and sale events scheduled
Township residents will be able to recycle paper and electronics for free and save on garage-sale permits.
Crivelli leaves Austintown zoning, goes back to Boardman
With Boardman in need of a zoning inspector to keep up with the office, the head of zoning from another community filled with big projects was asked to come back.
Lloyd students, teachers, alumni gather to bid farewell to school
By SUSAN TEBBEN stebben@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN A group of current Lloyd Elementary students
Ill. House passes medical-pot bill
Ill. House passes medical-pot bill SPRINGFIELD, Ill. Illinois physicians could prescribe
Cartoon got the story right
Opinion: Cartoon got the story right The recent editorial car- toon depicting the burden of the post
Fish-oil flip-flops infuriate reader
Q. I am quite confused and annoyed about reports that fish oil isn’t beneficial. I’ve heard for
Britain’s Iron Lady laid to rest with pomp and ceremony
Associated Press LONDON Margaret Thatcher was laid to rest Wednesday with prayers and ceremony,
Obama blasts Senate gun vote: ‘shameful day’
Associated Press WASHINGTON A visibly infuriated President Barack Obama surrounded himself with
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Swallowed ring is recovered by police in New Hampshire MANCHESTER, N.H. Police
Breast cancer genes are part of the ‘commons’
Opinion: By Marcy Darnovsky and Karuna Jaggar Los Angeles Times Most court cases involving patent law
Media frenzy over marathon probe
Associated Press NEW YORK For about an hour Wednesday afternoon, people could flip through
Anti-deficit chatter is absurd
Opinion: By Dimitri B. PAPADIMITRIOU Los Angeles Times Just before the congressional spring break, a
Photos yield 2 possible suspects in explosions
McClatchy-Tribune BOSTON Authorities have obtained clear images of the faces of two men with
Reducing energy consumption program
Reducing energy consumption program YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Youngstown Community Action
Syria accuses West of backing al-Qaida
Associated Press BEIRUT Syria’s president accused the West on Wednesday of backing al-Qaida in
Ex-official’s wife implicates husband in DAs’ slayings
Associated Press KAUFMAN, Texas In a surprising twist, the wife of a jailed former justice of
Iran condemns Boston blast, criticizes US policy
Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran Iran’s top leader on Wednesday condemned the twin bombing attacks
Executive branch’s growth dangerous
Opinion: WASHINGTON The regulatory, administrative state, which progressives champion, is generally a
US must confront terror’s presence
Opinion: By Glenn Sulmasy Hartford Courant Make no mistake: The bombs that went off at the end of the
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Oblivion (PG-13) A veteran assigned to extract Earth’s remaining resources begins
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Springfield Township trustees, special meeting, 11 a.m., administration building,
Stocks fall on signs of slowing economy
Stocks fall on signs of slowing economy NEW YORK Stocks fell sharply Wednesday for the second
BofA closes 1 mortgage lawsuit while 1 still lingers
Associated Press NEW YORK As soon as Bank of America puts one mortgage-related lawsuit behind
Sixth annual Suicide Awareness Walk
Sixth annual Suicide Awareness Walk WARREN The sixth annual Survivors of Suicide Awareness Walk
‘Controlled burn’ uncontrolled
Opinion: Capital Journal, Pierre, S.D.: South Dakota Sen. John Thune is right: The U.S. Forest Service should
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS McCartney backs anti-violence effort NEW YORK Paul McCartney is adding his voice
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
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Mississippi man arrested in mailing of ricin letters
Associated Press OXFORD, Miss. A Mississippi man was arrested Wednesday, accused of sending
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Miss. man arrested in ricin-laced letters to president, senator
A Mississippi man was arrested Wednesday, accused of sending letters to President Barack Obama and a senator that tested positive for poisonous ricin and set the nation's capital on edge a day after the Boston Marathon bombings.
Angered over Portman gun vote, Hagan announces 2016 challenge
Angry that Republican U.S. Sen. Rob Portman opposed a proposal today to expand background checks for firearm purchaes, state Rep. Robert F. Hagan, a Democrat from Youngstown, said he will challenge the incumbent in 2016.
Thursday Super-anniversary in Man of Steel's hometown Cleveland
Superman's 75th anniversary is giving his creators' blue-collar hometown a renewed chance to claim the superhero as its own.
City council acts on fire station, parking-violations bureau
City council acts on fire station, parking-violations bureau YOUNGSTOWN — City council approved
FBI: Miss. man arrested, accused in ricin letters
FBI: Miss. man arrested, accused in ricin letters OXFORD, Miss. (AP) - A man in Mississippi has
Boston official: Video footage shows bomb suspect
Boston official: Video footage shows bomb suspect BOSTON (AP) — In what could be major break in
Iran chief condemns Boston bombing, but blasts American killings elsewhere
Iran’s top leader on Wednesday condemned the twin bombing attacks in Boston, yet chided the U.S. for employing a double standard when it comes to drone attacks that kill innocent civilians.
Obama: Republicans decide 'it wasn't worth it' to protect America's children
President Barack Obama says the Senate’s opposition to a bill that would have expanded background checks for gun buyers marks a “shameful day for Washington.”
Stubborn spring storm hits Colo., Wyo. and Dakotas
Stubborn spring storm hits Colo., Wyo. and Dakotas DENVER (AP) — Skiers are rejoicing and stores
UPDATED | No arrest made in marathon bombings
Arrest imminent in marathon bombings BOSTON (AP) - A law enforcement official briefed on the
Campbell school presents ‘Little Mermaid’
Campbell school presents ‘Little Mermaid’ CAMPBELL The fourth grade class at Campbell Elementary
Extras are needed for feature film
Extras are needed for feature film CLEVELAND Paid extras are needed for a Marvel feature film
Detroit connection spawns Warren area arrests
Detroit connection spawns Warren area arrests WARREN Arraignments will begin this afternoon
Attorney: Mom studying while Ga. toddler mauled
Attorney: Mom studying while Ga. toddler mauled SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — The attorney for a mother
Wilson family announces public service arrangements for former congressman
Wilson family announces public service arrangements for former congressman The Wilson family
Drunk driver who killed two gets 10 years in prison
Drunk driver who killed two gets 10 years in prison WARREN Paul Wodianka of Diamond, Ohio, has
5-year-old among Boston Medical blast patients
5-year-old among Boston Medical blast patients BOSTON (AP) — The trauma surgery chief at Boston
Secret Service: Suspicious letter mailed to Obama
Secret Service: Suspicious letter mailed to Obama WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Secret Service says
D&L Energy files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
D&L Energy files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection YOUNGSTOWN Ben Lupo’s D&L Energy Inc. has
Feds plan announcement on 100 gun and drug indictments
Feds plan announcement on 100 gun and drug indictments There will be a news conference at 1 p.m.
Champion Fire Department to receive vehicle-exhaust-removal system
Champion Fire Department to receive vehicle-exhaust-removal system CHAMPION The Champion
Eddie Money concert in June to benefit Warren Relay
Performer Eddie Money will be the headliner at a concert to benefit Warren Relay for Life June 14 at the Warren Community Amphitheater.
Free appliance collection April 27
The Geauga-Trumbull Solid Waste Management District will have a free appliance collection 9 a.m. to noon April 27 at the Geauga County Engineer’s yard, 12665 Merritt Road, Chardon.
Free Earth Day yoga on Courthouse Square
For Earth Day, Monday, the Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership will have a free yoga class and discussion about ways to create positive, peaceful urban environments out of public spaces and vacant land.
Inspiring Minds gala Saturday sold out
The seventh annual Inspiring Minds gala will begin at 4 p.m. Saturday at St. Demetrios Community Center, 3223 Atlantic St. NE.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve a
Kiwanis club members to meet Friday
Kiwanis club members to meet Friday YOUNGSTOWN Kiwanis Club of Youngstown will meet at noon
Downtown cleanup in Warren Saturday
The non-profit organization Main Street Warren will have a downtown cleanup 9 a.m. to noon Saturday.
Ursuline Day of Service Saturday
The Ursuline High School Student Council and Students of Stewardship will host A Day of Service from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday.
Mount Hope Cemetery cleanup Saturday
Mount Hope Veterans Memorial Park Inc. will have a clean-up of Mount Hope Cemetery, at Liberty Road and Wardle St., from 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturday.

Bombing traced to pressure cookers
Federal agents zeroed in Tuesday on how the Boston Marathon bombing was carried out — with kitchen pressure cookers packed with explosives, nails and other lethal shrapnel — but said they still didn’t know who did it and why.

Anniversary marked of MLK's Letter from Birmingham Jail
Locals observe anniversary of Letter from Birmingham Jail

South Range pitcher no-hits JM
Carly DeRose duplicated — and then some — her performance from the previous evening.
YSU president search down to three finalists
The three finalists will visit campus late this month or in early May
Police, Lakeview school officials investigate Facebook page
The Cortland Police Department suspects that an adult created a phony Facebook page for a female teacher at Lakeview High School.
State racing panel to continue talks on Austintown racino design
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The state racing commission has agreed to continue

Somber Red Sox rout Indians
It was the first game for Tribe manager Terry Francona against his old team.
Angels for Animals stages giant garage sale this weekend
Donations from 2 estates have dramatically increased the number of items.
Long-time broadcaster Summerall dies at 82
Over four decades, Summerall described some of the biggest games in America in his deep, resonant voice.
Tattoo shop owner says Youngstown 'shut the door in my face'
He’ll look elsewhere to expand his business
Browns owner: Family company under criminal probe
Agents from the FBI and Internal Revenue Service raided the Pilot Flying J headquarters in Knoxville on Monday.
Warren woman holds burglary suspect at gunpoint until cops arrive
A 25-year-old Idylwild Street Northeast woman used her own handgun to detain a 40-year-old female stranger early Tuesday who forced her way into the house and threatened to kill her and her children.
2 will go on trial June 24 in Struthers boy's beating death
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Zaryl Bush, 43, and his ex-girlfriend,
Warren judge’s employee files action seeking retire/rehire
An employee of Judge Thomas Gysegem has filed a mandamus action with the Ohio 11th District Court of Appeals seeking the right to retire and return to work full-time.

Ohio at forefront of training for oil & gas emergencies
The Ohio Oil and Gas Energy Education Program has trained first responders from communities throughout Ohio and seven other states, including Texas, Oklahoma and Pennsylvania.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 32.85 .65 Avalon
Market rebounds after worst day of year
Associated Press NEW YORK A strong report on housing and good quarterly earnings from several
BYU-Idaho symphony in concert
Staff report CHAMPION The Brigham Young University-Idaho Symphony Band from Rexburg, Idaho, will

At Don Victor's, details make the dish
Unexpected ingredients take this Mexican restaurant's fare to an unforgettable level.
Bombing victims include boy, 8; restaurant manager; grad student
Associated Press BOSTON Third-grader Martin Richard had just gotten ice cream and was near the
New methods develop from past accidents
By ANNA TULTZ TheNewsOutlet.org An accident 15 years ago directly led to the formation of a
Rain gives Pirates some relief
Tuesday night’s cancellation could give the Pirates some flexibility.
Cavaliers’ Irving apologizes for skipping fan event
Irving, the league’s reigning Rookie of the Year, posted an apology on his Twitter account.
Top court to hear Austintown union picketing case
At issue is the constitutionality of a state-mandated 10-day advance notice for informational picketing.
Issa and his ilk ruining USPS
Opinion: Issa and his ilk ruining USPS Darrell Issa, R-Calif., is re- sponsible for the current state of
Suspect refuses mental evaluation
Suspect refuses mental evaluation WARREN Royce Honaker, 60, a former auto-worker from County-
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Newton Falls Exempted Village school board, 6 p.m., junior high school, 9071/2
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Ozzy Osbourne denies marriage-split rumors LONDON Rocker Ozzy Osbourne has denied
Rep. Tim Ryan spent more than he raised in the first three months of 2013
Rep. Bill Johnson collected more than he spent
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Tim and Jennifer McNeil, Niles, girl, April 15. Brena Ross
Fourth Trumbull horizontal well expected for Vienna Township.
The Trumbull County commissioners are expected to approve a road use and maintenance agreement today for Halcon Resources of Houston for a horizontal well in Vienna Township.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Stephen J. Pantalone, 60, of 142 Oak Tree Drive,
GM 1st-quarter sales rise 3.6% to beat Volkswagen
Associated Press DETROIT General Motors edged out fast-growing Volkswagen in first-quarter
Ohio BWC appeals $860M ruling
Associated Press COLUMBUS The state has appealed a judge’s order granting $860 million in
CSB and JFS aren’t fighting merger idea
Any administrative transition for CSB and JFS “needs to be seamless, thoughtful and planned deliberately,” child welfare board chairman says.
Report: US resorted to torture after Sept. 11, 2001
Associated Press NEW YORK An independent review of the U.S. government’s anti-terrorism response
METRO DIGEST || Free food for those in need
Free food CAMPBELL Volunteers from the Ohio Association of Foodbanks and UnitedHealthcare will
N. Korea lashes out
N. Korea lashes out PYONGYANG, North Korea North Korea lashed out anew Tuesday at South Korea
Weeden: Browns QBs will ‘push each other’
Brandon Weeden and Jason Campbell threw passes side by side as the Cleveland Browns opened their first minicamp of the season.
Turning Technologies eliminates eight positions
The layoffs will allow the company to hire workers in growing departments
Dozens die in earthquake in Iran, Pakistan
Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran An earthquake toppled homes and shops on both sides of the Iran-
Letter with ricin sent to Mississippi senator
Associated Press WASHINGTON An envelope addressed to Sen. Roger Wicker of Mississippi twice
Senate to vote on background checks
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Senate set a long-awaited vote for today on a bipartisan plan
Marathons offer security problems
A marathon course runs 26.2 miles along an open road. Much tougher to secure than an arena with doors and walls.
Nation must respond to Boston attack with focus and resolve
Editorial: Here’s a prediction. Next year the Boston Marathon will be bigger than this year. More runners.
Julio Iglesias Greatest hits translate to any language
By GISELA SALOMON Associated Press INDIAN CREEK, Fla. In Julio Iglesias’ recipe for success,
No evidence gun control will work
Opinion: Amid all the heated, emotional advocacy of gun control, have you ever heard even one person present
Common sense on Plan B
Opinion: Common sense on Plan B Baltimore Sun: Last week, a federal district judge in New York ruled that
Why do we love our guns?
Opinion: By Robin Abcarian Los Angeles Times The Senate voted last week to allow the gun debate to go
Battle of budgets
Opinion: By Ed Feulner Heritage Foundation Say you’re running a business, and you find yourself awash in
Sweet treats
Sweet treats You might have a favorite cookie or brownie recipe — but did you know you could make
Beer fest
Beer fest The Big Tap In week is in full swing right now. Valley residents and visitors from
Looking ahead at the DVD release dates for television series:
Looking ahead at the DVD release dates for television series: v May 14: “Dexter,” Season 7 v
Sequestration will soon impact Ohio
Opinion: Gradually, Ohio residents are awakening to the headlines: Automatic spending cuts, known inside the
See what’s up
See what’s up To see photos from Mike and Mark’s meals and to hear where they will go next,
Republic claims workers are striking to keep pension
Union workers remain quiet on specifics of strike
Friends Roastery plans 2nd location
Friends Roastery plans 2nd location YOUNGSTOWN Friends Roastery, the Salem cafe that roasts
US housing starts surpassed 1M in March
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. homebuilders broke the 1 million mark in March for the first
To inform parents, ratings will describe film violence
By HANNAH DREIER Associated Press LAS VEGAS The Motion Picture Association of America
Stuntwoman moves away from ‘OblivionSSRq
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service ORLANDO, Fla. Quentin Tarantino made her the
GM plans to roll out midsize pickups
Associated Press DETROIT General Motors plans to roll out a line of completely revamped midsize
Akron Burger Guyz
Akron Burger Guyz The search for Akron’s best burger is underway! Follow the Akron Burger Guyz
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File work discrimination complaints Friday downtown
The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s mobile outreach center will visit the Youngstown unit of the NAACP on Friday to accept complaints of employment discrimination based on race, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 and older), disability or retaliation.
Free, healthy food Wednesday for those in need
Volunteers from the Ohio Association of Foodbanks and UnitedHealthcare will deliver free, healthy food to people in need via their mobile pantry, filled with fruits and vegetables, from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 159 Reed Ave.
Defense rests case in Jodi Arias murder trial
Defense rests case in Jodi Arias murder trial PHOENIX (AP) — Jodi Arias’ defense attorneys have
Hundreds gather for vigil on Boston Common
Hundreds gather for vigil on Boston Common BOSTON (AP) — Hundreds of people gathered for a vigil
Ricin-laced letter sent to Miss. senator
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid says a letter with ricin or another poison has been sent to Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss.
Pat Summerall dead at 82
The deep-voiced NFL player-turned-broadcaster spent half of his four decades calling sports famously paired with John Madden.
R.I., Ky., Pa. candidates finalists for YSU president
The search committee for a new Youngstown State University president recommended the chief financial officer of the Rhode Island School of design; the president of a Kentucky university and the vice chancellor for academic and student affairs of the Pennsylvania System of Higher Education as finalists for YSU president.
Spring storm bringing needed snow to Colo., Wyo.
Spring storm bringing needed snow to Colo., Wyo. DENVER (AP) — A spring storm is bringing much-
Islamic extremists urge 'lone wolf' jihadis to make pressure cooker bombs
Homemade bombs built from pressure cookers, a version of which was used in the Boston Marathon bombings, have been a frequent weapon of militants in Afghanistan, India and Pakistan.
Boston bombs said to be made from pressure cookers
Boston bombs said to be made from pressure cookers BOSTON (AP) — The bombs that ripped through the
Angels for Animals stages giant garage sale this weekend
Donations from 2 estates have dramatically increased the number of items. Angels for Animals
Southington man refuses to cooperate with mental health professionals
Southington man refuses to cooperate with mental health professionals WARREN Royce
Defense nearly done with case in Jodi Arias trial
Defense nearly done with case in Jodi Arias trial PHOENIX (AP) — The defense is nearing the end of
Racing commission to continue talks on racino design
Racing commission to continue talks on racino design
Innocent pleas entered to perjury charges
Innocent pleas entered to perjury charges YOUNGSTOWN A Craig Beach village councilwoman and
Two face June 24 trial in death of Teddy Foltz
Two face June 24 trial in death of Teddy Foltz YOUNGSTOWN Zaryl Bush, 43, and his ex-girlfriend,
Judge reduces jury award in case against Nationwide
Judge reduces jury award in case against Nationwide
Police, Lakeview school officials investigate Facebook page
Police, Lakeview school officials investigate Facebook page CORTLAND The Cortland Police
McDonald schools strike up the band again
McDonald schools strike up the band again McDONALD The McDonald Board of Education Monday
REUNIONS
Boardman High School Class of 1971 is planning a 60th birthday reunion weekend starting with a
Youth group sets golf scramble
Youth group sets golf scramble CANFIELD Berlin Center United Methodist Youth Group is sponsoring

Priest’s avocation helps a friend
The Rev. Ed Noga is “Fred” the bus boy at Cafe Cimmento in Youngstown.

MARATHON MASSACRE
Two bombs exploded in the crowded streets near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Monday, killing three people and injuring more than 140 in a bloody scene of shattered glass and severed limbs that raised alarms that terrorists might have struck again in the U.S.
Valley runners express dismay
Some Mahoning Valley residents who ran in the Boston Marathon are unscathed but dismayed that the event was targeted by terrorism.
Security beefed up worldwide after Boston Marathon blasts
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Police in Los Angeles, New York City, London, Washington and other
Families seek word on runners
Associated Press CHICAGO Far-flung family members, co-workers and friends frantically used

Covelli balances volleyball and a spot on boys tennis team
The Warren JFK senior is a four-year starter and two-time captain.
Separate trial sought for mother of boy, 14, who was beaten to death
Shain Widdersheim’s lawyer is asking that she be tried separately from her co-defendant and former boyfriend, Zaryl Bush, in the January beating death of her 14-year-old son, Teddy Foltz.
Ohio’s former governor said Wilson was “devoted to public service”
A state rep said Wilson ‘had an incredible sense of humor’
YSU English Festival is this week
More than 3,000 middle and high school students expected to attend
Pilot Flying J under federal scrutiny
NFL spokesman Greg Aiello said the league was aware of the investigation but had no other information or comment.

Blasts shatter post-race euphoria
Two bombs exploded at the Boston Marathon finish line Monday about three hours after Lelisa Desisa and Rita Jeptoo crossed it to win the race. At least three people were killed and scores more injured, some seriously.
Dish offers $25.5B for Sprint Nextel
Associated Press NEW YORK Dish Network Corp. is trying to snag U.S. wireless carrier Sprint
Council’s meeting on Mooney’s future should have been open
Editorial: Youngstown lawmakers should study the 1982 ruling by the late Judge Forrest J. Cavalier before they
Inadequate response to blast
Opinion: The Herald-Dispatch, Huntington, W. Va.: Everyone agrees that it’s a shame 29 miners lost their
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 32.20 —.61 Avalon
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Newton Falls Public Library trustees, 6 p.m., 204 S. Canal St. Youngstown
A strategy on guns
Opinion: By Sen. PAT TOOMEY Philadelphia Inquirer Is there a way that we, as Americans, can improve our
Texas Tenors will return to Packard
Staff report WARREN Warren Civic Music Association’s 2013-14 concert series will include the
National security imperative
Opinion: By Greg Brown McClatchy-Tribune WASHINGTON As Washington debates how to fix America’s broken
Marriage, guns trigger faulty thinking
Opinion: By David Adams Lexington Herald-Leader On protecting marriage, I’ve been a very active supporter
Rock and hip-hop records released this week include:
Rock and hip-hop records released this week include: v The Flaming Lips, “The Terror”: The band
Rising costs concern US homebuilders
Rising costs concern US homebuilders U.S. homebuilders are concerned that limited land and rising
oddly enough
oddly enough Court screeners find pet duck in bag HONOLULU Security screeners at a Honolulu
Stock market takes biggest drop of 2013
Associated Press NEW YORK A steep fall in commodity prices led the stock market to its worst
Austintown resignation
Austintown resignation BOARDMAN Austintown Zoning Inspector Darren Crivelli has submitted his
LOTTERies
LOTTERies multistate Jackpot in tonight’s Mega Millions drawing is an estimated $74 million.
Jordan extremist praises bombing
Associated Press AMMAN, Jordan The head of an extremist Jordanian Muslim Salafi group said early
Amphitheater concert schedule revealed
Staff report WARREN The Warren Community Amphitheatre will again be the site of outdoor concerts
Background check deal in jeopardy
Background check deal in jeopardy WASHINGTON A bipartisan proposal to expand background checks
Crash into building
Crash into building YOUNGSTOWN The front doors at Life Skills Center on Market Street remained
PREP BASEBALL | Monday’s games
Austintown Fitch 10, Canfield 2 CANFIELD Scott Pierce had a triple, three singles and two RBI in
Take back the city with a yes vote
Opinion: Take back the city with a yes vote The citizens of Youngstown need to take back local control
It’s official: DeRosa enjoying college basketball
The Lowellville native retired from the NBA after the 2009-10 season and for the past three years has been working NCAA games.
YSU Performing Arts Series Dana offers opera ‘Hansel and Gretel’
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University’s Performing Arts Series and the Dana School
Tax deadline not much of a deadline for most US filers
Associated Press WASHINGTON Here’s a little secret for all you procrastinators on Tax Day: The
GM, Ford to collaborate on new automatic transmissions
Associated Press DETROIT General Motors and Ford are putting aside their longstanding rivalry to
Friends remember Judge David F. McLain for his intellect and fairness
In Trumbull County legal circles, the name David F. McLain meant intellect, knowledge, compassion and fairness, his friends said of the man who died Saturday at age 84.
newsmakers
newsmakers Faith Hill won’t do ‘SNF’ theme this year NASHVILLE, Tenn. Faith Hill is out of the
YSU presidential candidates narrowed to three finalists
Trustees expect to name a new president by the June board meeting
Faison gets the last laugh
By Rick Bentley Fresno Bee FRESNO, Calif. Donald Faison lives in a constant state of fear.
CORRECTIONS
CORRECTIONS Parts of two paragraphs of a story on Page A1 in Sunday’s Vindicator under the

McDonald struggles early in Pirates’ loss
Starling Marte had three hits and Neil Walker homered for the Pirates, who had their three-game winning streak snapped.
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FBI, IRS agents lock down Pilot Flying J headquarters
The truck stop business is owned by the family of Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and his brother, Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam.
Two dead, dozens injured in Boston Marathon terrorism attack
Two bombs exploded in the packed streets near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Monday, killing two people and injuring more than 70 others in a terrifying scene of shattered glass, billowing smoke, bloodstained pavement and severed limbs.
Youngstown to consider building new fire station
Youngstown to consider building new fire station YOUNGSTOWN — City council will consider
Judge reduces jury award in case against Nationwide
Judge reduces jury award in case against Nationwide YOUNGSTOWN A judge has overruled a
David Pepper files candidacy for Ohio attorney general
David Pepper files candidacy for Ohio attorney general YOUNGSTOWN David Pepper, a former
Two explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon
Two explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon BOSTON (AP) — Two explosions at the
WORTH A LOOK
BOOK SALES Westminster Presbyterian Church, 119 Stadium Drive, Boardman, is preparing for its 57th
Agencies to sponsor grandparents event
Agencies to sponsor grandparents event NEW CASTLE, PA. Penn State Extension of Lawrence County

GERMANY elections Anti-euro party becomes wild card
The leader of a new anti-euro party called Sunday for Germany to leave the common currency, telling an inaugural convention that the euro forces German taxpayers to rescue bankrupt southern European countries whose people denounce them as Nazis for their efforts.
Former Trumbull Common Pleas Judge David McLain dies at 84
Former Trumbull Common Pleas Judge David McLain dies at 84 Staff report WARREN A longtime
Anti-fracking groups dismiss drilling certification as ‘publicity stunt’
The newly formed Center for Sustainable Shale Development, based in Pittsburgh, announced it will create a testing and certification program to codify industry “best practices” and hold fracking companies to a high standard.

AN ALPACA YARN
When you arrive at Pleasant Valley Alpaca Ranch in Girard, owner Beverly DeMario will warn: “Watch out — they won’t bite, but they will spit.”
Child welfare merger with JFS could cut costs, retired CSB director says
With many top management retirements, this is the time to study merging Children Services with Job and Family Services, former CSB director says.
Girard council president to face primary foe
By danny restivo drestivo@vindy.com Girard Two men are vying for the Democratic nomination for

Political leaders in state, Valley mourn Charlie Wilson
Former Congressman Charlie Wilson died Sunday in Florida.
Niles schools seek 2 levies
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES Two additional school levies are on the May 7 primary
1 dead, 1 injured in Columbus shooting
Associated Press COLUMBUS Authorities say one man was killed and another injured in a shooting
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘42’ scores at home LOS ANGELES Baseball has scored a rare hit in Hollywood, while
Beijing urges US to talk with North Korea
Associated Press BEIJING Embedded within Chinese leaders’ convoluted, yet vague statements to
McLain dies at 84
McLain dies at 84 YOUNGSTOWN A longtime former Trumbull County Common Pleas judge has died.
Ohio House defies Kasich and logic in blocking new Medicaid
Editorial: The move by Ohio House Repub- licans to thwart Gov. John Kasich’s proposed expansion of Medicaid to
‘Central Park Five’ comes alive
Opinion: WASHINGTON From Tom Paine’s “Common Sense” to Harriet Beecher Stowe’s “Uncle Tom’s Cabin” to
terran devore hughes
terran devore hughes ACCUSED OF failure to appear for sentencing on robbery, burglary, assault,
Keystone: Pipeline to environmental disaster
Opinion: By James Hansen Los Angeles Times In March, the State Department gave the president cover to
Popping up everywhere
New music festivals are popping up more quickly than you can count in the U.S. As the summer
video game review
‘defiance’ Grade: C+ Details: for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PC; $59.99 What if you could
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday McDonald Community Chest, 6 p.m., Woodland Park United Methodist Church.
Gentle, private persuasion
Opinion: WASHINGTON Before she became a reluctant lobbyist, involuntarily versed in arcane Senate
Four new events find success
By CHRIS TALBOTT AP Music Writer NASHVILLE, Tenn. Grace Potter & The Nocturnals know a little
Looking past the moon
Opinion: By James Lilliefors Baltimore Sun Last December, an American milestone passed virtually
Oil, gas severance tax hike in Ohio ill-advised
Opinion: By Thomas E. STEWART Special to The Vindicator In less than two years, Ohio’s emerging shale
MICHAEL L. AUSTIN JR.
MICHAEL L. AUSTIN JR. ACCUSED OF ATTEMPTED MURDER Height: 5’9” Weight: 135 Hair: Black
ROBERT W. FISHER
ROBERT W. FISHER ACCUSED OF UNLAWFUL FLIGHT TO AVOID PROSECUTION, MURDER, ARSON Height: 6’
Local conference for students promotes financial life skills
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Junior Achievement of Mahoning Valley Inc., Youngstown State
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Iowa sheriff drops charges over a destroyed spork IOWA CITY, Iowa A sheriff says
Chevron hit with violation notice
Chevron hit with violation notice salt lake city State regulators have slapped Chevron with a
Indians fall to Sox; Bourn injured
Associated Press CLEVELAND Sunday began on a high note for Michael Bourn and the Cleveland
democratic primary
democratic primary Girard council president Reynald Paolone* Age: 60 Address: 6 Hillside
NILES SCHOOL LEVIES
NILES SCHOOL LEVIES Additional levy: 4.65 mills emergency — would generate $1.1 million annually.
Cooper, Jackson win multiple trophies
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Bradley Cooper and Samuel L. Jackson were double winners at the
Report: Specialty pharmacies lacking
Report: Specialty pharmacies lacking washington Congressional investigators say pharmacy boards
Columbiana, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Docket PNC Bank NA v. Gerald D. Desavigny et al, foreclosure.
Gates’ warning on test scores
Opinion: Gates’ warning on test scores Los Angeles Times: A recent op-ed article in the Washington Post
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: BOARDMAN
Are you a target for audit by IRS?
Associated Press WASHINGTON On this tax day 2013, are you worried the Internal Revenue Service
Madelyn Hastings | The Vindicator
Madelyn Hastings | The Vindicator Rylee Shaffer, 7, is focused while working to piece together a
Top five songs in the United States on the iTunes store last week:
Top five songs in the United States on the iTunes store last week: v “Just Give Me a Reason”: P!nk
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Today is Monday, April 15, the 105th day of 2013. There are 260 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Separating church and state
Opinion: Separating church and state The Vindicator reported on March 30 that Mike DeWine, Ohio’s attorney
Cicero Davis, environmental health director for the Youngstown City Health District, is suspended for 60 days without pay
Cicero Davis, environmental health director for the Youngstown City Health District, could be fired for any violation
YSU’s Ciara Jarrett takes 200 meters
YSU’s Ciara Jarrett takes 200 meters Knoxville, Tenn. Youngstown State junior sprinter Ciara
16 killed in attack on Somali court
Associated Press MOGADISHU, Somalia A barrage of bullets and two car bomb blasts rattled
Ohio rivers still flooded; wet weather returning
Associated Press COLUMBUS Flood warnings remain in parts of Ohio as water from last week’s
Shopkeeper shoots, kills would-be robber
Associated Press HAMILTON, Ohio Police say a man was shot and killed during what a shopkeeper
IMMIGRATION Senator: Deal needs tough terms
Associated Press WASHINGTON A bipartisan deal on immigration legislation would need tough
Report: Ohio House sends less, not more, to schools
Associated Press AKRON A closer look at state figures shows the Ohio House budget delivers less
NYPD under fire for anti-theft tactics
Associated Press NEW YORK It’s a tactic the New York Police Department has used for years:
CORRECTION
CORRECTION The high school that Kevin Jackson II attends was published incorrectly in a story on
BACKGROUND CHECKS Sponsors expect close vote on gun issue
Associated Press WASHINGTON A bipartisan Senate proposal to expand background checks for gun
HIGH SCHOOL sports | Weekend results
SOFTBALL Sunday Poland 8, Perrysburg 0 AKRON Anna Barnhart hit a three-run homer while
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UPDATE: Political leaders pay tribute to former US Rep. Charlie Wilson, who died at 70 today
UPDATE: Political leaders pay tribute to former US Rep. Charlie Wilson, who died at 70 today By
Scott wins Masters in playoff
Scott wins Masters in playoff AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — Adam Scott wins the Masters in 2-hole playoff,
76ers roll past Cavaliers 91-77 in home finale
76ers roll past Cavaliers 91-77 in home finale PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Dorell Wright scored 15 points
Peavy, Konerko, White Sox end skid, beat Indians
Peavy, Konerko, White Sox end skid, beat Indians CLEVELAND (AP) — Jake Peavy struck out 11 in
McKenry’s 2 HRs help Pirates rally past Reds
McKenry’s 2 HRs help Pirates rally past Reds PITTSBURGH (AP) — Backup catcher Michael McKenry had
Former US Rep. Charlie Wilson dies at 70
Former US Rep. Charlie Wilson dies at 70 Staff report Former U.S. Rep. Charlie Wilson died in a
Four prisoners at state penitentiary in Youngstown begin hunger strike
Four prisoners at state penitentiary in Youngstown begin hunger strike Staff report YOUNGSTOWN
Shopping mall in suburban Pittsburgh evacuated today after bomb threat at Sears
Shopping mall in suburban Pittsburgh evacuated today after bomb threat at Sears Associated Press
Chicago White Sox defeat Cleveland Indians 3-1; Red Sox up next at Progressive Field
Chicago White Sox defeat Cleveland Indians 3-1; Red Sox up next at Progressive Field Associated
Partnership of environmentalists, drilling industry derided as ‘publicity stunt’
Partnership of environmentalists, drilling industry derided as ‘publicity stunt’ By LEE MURRAY
At least 16 killed in attack on Somalia’s Supreme Court
At least 16 killed in attack on Somalia’s Supreme Court ASSOCIATED PRESS MOGADISHU, Somalia A
US Senate’s vote this week on gun control too close to call
US Senate’s vote this week on gun control too close to call Associated Press WASHINGTON The
Playhouse Square theater district in Cleveland to get $16M exterior upgrade
Playhouse Square theater district in Cleveland to get $16M exterior upgrade Associated Press
DeCarlos honored by family for 65th anniversary
BOARDMAN Mr. and Mrs. Matthew DeCarlo of Boardman renewed their marriage wedding vows on April 7,

Miss Domkowski and Mr. Crnarich to wed April 27
Meagan N. Domkowski and Michael J. Crnarich, both of Boardman, are planning an April 27 wedding.
Miss Doverspike, Jeff Worona plan spring wedding
LIBERTY TOWNSHIP Jack and Marcia Doverspike are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Kristen Nespeca, Daniel Sorbo are engaged
May 4 has been chosen as the wedding date for Kristen Francine Nespeca and Daniel Andrew Sorbo, both
Ohio House budget lessens funding to public school districts
Ohio House budget lessens funding to public school districts Associated Press AKRON A
Rotary Club will sponsor reverse raffle fundraiser
The event will benefit the club’s community and charitable service projects.
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Adult MCCTC to host annual lunch event
Adult MCCTC to host annual lunch event CANFIELD The Adult Center of the Mahoning County Career
GARDEN CLUBS
TUESDAY East will meet at 11:30 a.m. at Davidson’s Restaurant, 3636 Canfield Road, Cornersburg.
Angels of Easter Seals to sponsor 36th style show
“Springtime in Paris” will be May 9 at Mr. Anthony's in Boardman.
MASONIC GROUPS
THURSDAY Ladies Oriental Shrine will meet at 11:30 a.m. at Johnny’s Restaurant in Boardman for the
FEDERATED CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Youngstown Area Federation of Women’s Clubs Inc. will have a dinner meeting at 6 p.m. at
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, open exercise
SENIOR CITIZENS
55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Mary Church. Members will dine
Scouting fundraiser breakfast April 29
The Boy Scout Greater Western Reserve Council Arrowhead District’s eighth annual “Scouting: Prepared for Life” fundraiser breakfast will be at 7:15 a.m. April 29 at Leo’s Ristorante, 7042 East Market St.
One response to Sandy Hook tragedy is ammo shortages
A local firearms instructor and a local firearms dealer say all the talk about government attempts to reduce access to guns has also caused a shortage of ammunition.
Future of college football’s lower tier uncertain as teams bolt
Hypothetical sit- uation. Imagine a rich (and eccentric) billionaire sidles up to you in a sports bar one night, lays down a stack of $100 bills and asks, “Are you a Youngstown State football fan?”
YSU students examine blood patterns
Students dipped different implements into fake blood to learn about the patterns produced and force used
Jackson Milton English assignment grows into fundraiser for animals
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN It looked like a 3-mile run/walk with
After penalty, Tiger four back at Masters
Brandt Snedeker and Angel Cabrera share the lead at 7-under.
Plan to preserve Ice Zone fails
The Phantoms owner wants the team to play next season at Youngstown’s Covelli Centre
Red Cross: People not prepared in event of disaster
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com Niles The American Red Cross is convinced that too many
Phantoms rest up before playoffs
Several Youngstown starters took the night off in Saturday’s regular season finale, a 3-0 loss to Chicago.
Basketball tourney honors memory of sports director Jackson
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Kim Jackson lovingly remembers the day her late
Nocturne to perform at free block party on Lincoln Avenue
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Penguin Productions and YSU Students Motivated by the Arts will present
In the cup
In the cup Area holes in one Bill Eddy of Niles aced the 176-yard No. 18 at Mahoning Country
Scouting fundraiser scheduled
Staff report Howland The Boy Scout Greater Western Reserve Council Arrowhead District’s eighth
YSU tennis wins 7-0
YSU tennis wins 7-0 youngstown The Youngstown State women’s tennis team concluded the home
Concealed-carry classes, permits on rise in Valley
NRA firearm instructor Joe Burkey of Niles, right, gives instructions to CCW student John Rice of Hubbard during CCW class in Niles.
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Body of man on leave from Navy found in Ohio River in WV
Associated Press MARIETTA, Ohio Authorities have retrieved the body of a missing West Virginia
MILESTONES
MILESTONES SCOUTS Eagle Award Matthew Thomas Carubia, son of Jennifer Carubia of Boardman,
High School sports at a glance
TRACK AND FIELD Lew Speece Invitational BERLIN CENTER Wyatt Hartman set a meet record in the
METRO DIGEST || Appy hour for teachers
Teachers event YOUNGSTOWN The Lemon Grove on West Federal Street is having an “appy” hour for
Pre-applications for Appalachian grant program available
Staff report Youngstown The Eastgate Regional Council of Governments is accepting pre-
Superman, Cleveland’s hometown superhero, still soars at 75
By Michael Sangiacomo Plain Dealer CLEVELAND Seventy-five years ago this week, someone
Judge recuses self in Mubarak retrial
Judge recuses self in Mubarak retrial cairo The judge in Hosni Mubarak’s retrial recused
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Lordstown Village Council, caucus at 6 p.m., followed by regular meeting, village
PIECES OF HISTORY | A guide to exploring Jackie Robinson’s Brooklyn
By BETH J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor NEW YORK With the movie “42” bringing the Jackie Robinson
Stage Left Players offer uplifting 'Enchanted April'
By Stephanie Ottey entertainment@vindy.com Lisbon With spring fighting to stay in the area
Pope taps cardinals for advisory panel
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Pope Francis named eight cardinals from around the globe Saturday
Fla. crash off I-95 leaves 5 people dead
Associated Press RIVIERA BEACH, Fla. Five people, including three teenagers, were killed
Tips and trouble in Times Square
Opinion: There is trouble in Gotham, and I can attest to it. Amid our current worries of a North Korea