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Hubbard sign-language class rehearses for 'Aladdin' musical
Hubbard High School seniors J.J. Rutan, left, and Megan Klanchar rehearse for their upcoming musical, “Aladdin Jr.” The production, for the first time, will be ...
Shepherd branches celebrate Mardi Gras
The Boardman and Poland branches of Shepherd of the Valley came together Feb. 12 to host a Mardi Gras party at the Poland location for ...
St. Christine’s hosts yo-yo show
To end National Catholic Schools Week, St. Christine's School hosted the NED Show, a comedic student-participation show that teaches children how to find the champion ...
Hilltop students celebrate Valentine’s Day
Students and staff at Hilltop Elementary School were feeling the love during the school's annual Valentine's Day parties Feb. 14.
IHOP pancake giveaway raises funds
IHOPs nationwide, including the IHOP in Boardman, spent Feb. 5 hosting a free pancake event in an effort to raise money for Akron Children's Hospital.
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Love words? Lend your talents to a fundraiser March 9
Exercise (17 points) your vocabulary (20 points), have fun (6 points) and help a charitable (17 points) cause by competing in Protestant Family Service’s Scrabble Tournament.
Rascal Flatts draws country fans from afar to Covelli, Youngstown
On Friday night, Youngstown was the center of the country-music universe, as people traveled from places like Canton, Columbus and Meadville to see Rascal Flatts — the most awarded country group of the last decade — perform at the Covelli Center.
Pair charged with fleeing Youngstown police arraigned today
A man and a woman were arraigned Friday in Youngstown Municipal Court after leading police on a high-speed chase throughout the city Wednesday.
Group calls on Congress to enact stronger gun-control measures
Group calls on Congress to enact stronger gun-control measures
Canfield boys finish second in Division II 200 free relay
Canfield boys finish second in Division II 200-yard freestyle relay.
Cleveland Auto Show features look at new diesel Cruze
Cleveland Auto Show feature look at new diesel Cruze
Medicine's dirty open secret gaining attention
It's been called one of medicine's "open secrets" - allowing patients to refuse treatment by a doctor or nurse of another race.
Warren man found guilty of gross sexual imposition
Warren man found guilty of gross sexual imposition
Girl fights to play in Catholic football league
Girl fights to play in Catholic football league DOYLESTOWN, Pa. (AP) — An 11-year-old girl who’s
Sewer project to close another downtown street
Sewer project to close another downtown street YOUNGSTOWN — A second phase of a major downtown
Man sought in attempted kidnap of 2 Calif. girls
Man sought in attempted kidnap of 2 Calif. girls WHITTIER, Calif. (AP) — Investigators say a man
Family IDs cab driver, 62, killed in Vegas crash
Family IDs cab driver, 62, killed in Vegas crash LAS VEGAS (AP) — Family members say the taxi
Turning Point Counseling Services faces financial difficulties
Turning Point Counseling Services faces financial difficulties
National park cuts detailed in memos
National park cuts detailed in memos SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Visitors to America’s national
Elderly man's body found on West Side, foul play not suspected
Elderly man's body found on West Side, foul play not suspected
Flight off runway in slick Cleveland weather
Flight off runway in slick Cleveland weather CLEVELAND (AP) — A Cleveland airport spokeswoman says
German police return smuggled artifacts to Kosovo
German police return smuggled artifacts to Kosovo PRISTINA, Kosovo (AP) — Kosovo’s culture
Liberty police raid Internet cafe
Liberty police raid Internet cafe LIBERTY Police have arrested two people in alleged gambling
Tickets released for Rascal Flatts concert
Tickets released for Rascal Flatts concert YOUNGSTOWN Covelli Centre released fewer than a
NJ Sandy milestone: Last shuttered town reopens
NJ Sandy milestone: Last shuttered town reopens MANTOLOKING, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey has reached
Slavery-math questions cause uproar at NYC school
Slavery-math questions cause uproar at NYC school NEW YORK (AP) — A school principal said she’s
Mass. man fights extradition over UK poison case
Mass. man fights extradition over UK poison case BOSTON (AP) — A Massachusetts man is fighting
Bomb squad checks out suitcase, nothing found
Bomb squad checks out suitcase, nothing found YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Police Department bomb
Medical copter crash in Okla. Kills 2, hurts 1
Medical copter crash in Okla. Kills 2, hurts 1 OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A medical helicopter crashed
Autopsy fails to find Los Angeles tank death cause
Autopsy fails to find Los Angeles tank death cause LOS ANGELES (AP) — Water lines are being
Police on hunt for SUV involved in Vegas shooting
Police on hunt for SUV involved in Vegas shooting LAS VEGAS (AP) — Police searched today for a
Police probe shooting of 2 dogs
Police probe shooting of 2 dogs CHESTER SPRINGS, Pa. (AP) — Authorities are investigating the
2 seeking spots on Penn State board of trustees
2 seeking spots on Penn State board of trustees STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Two candidates have
Boy, 2, shot in face at home, critical
Boy, 2, shot in face at home, critical ISABELLA, Pa. (AP) — A 2-year-old boy has been shot in the
CLUB CALENDAR
ALLIANCES Ohio Cultural Alliance will meet at 6 p.m. March 4 at St. Matthias Church Hall, 915
Mason receives Purple Quill
Mason receives Purple Quill YOUNGSTOWN At a recent meeting at the Youngstown Masonic Temple, the
Bill would require more business people to report elderly abuse
Bankers, financial advisers and others who suspect elderly customers are being scammed would be required to report the incidents, under legislation in the Ohio House of Representatives.
Claims for unemployment aid suggest modest hiring
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits jumped 20,000 last week to a seasonally adjusted 362,000, though it remains at a level that suggests slow but steady improvement in the job market.
People Fighting Famine promotes education
The grass-roots group believes awareness of hunger crisis will move Americans to petition legislators to provide aid.
Boardman swimmer has 1st place on mind as varsity career winds down
Boardman swimmer Ryan Bailey has first place on his mind
Youngstown superintendent is finalist for another job
Connie Hathorn’s contract expires at year’s end and he says he’s looking at options
Mayor Sammarone sets strict rules for leasing Covelli Centre
Mayor doesn’t know if companies are interested based on city’s requirements
Holy Trinity burglary leads to invitation from church
The pastor wants to share about the gospel of Jesus Christ with the perpetrators.
Elderly abuse would have to be reported by bankers, others
Financial harm would have to be reported just like physical harm
YSU’s Perry injures knee in practice
Youngstown State junior guard Kendrick Perry injured his knee during practice Wednesday and could miss significant time, sources said Thursday. At least one report has Perry missing the team’s final three regular-season games.
Hubbard bowlers hoping history is ready for repeat
Fitch bowlers are looking to make a statement at district
Morrison: NE Ohio needs unifited voice
Regional planner wants northeast Ohioans to come together to identify common concerns and plan for a vibrant, long-term regional future.
Presentation scheduled for next month on Austintown racino
Company will offer details on plans to relocate tracks
McDonald police to patrol village schools
Campus patrol officers from the village police department are Dan O’Donnell, Dan Superak, Ryan Ronghi and Jared Monaco.
Hubbard sign-language class rehearses for 'Aladdin' musical
Hubbard High School seniors J.J. Rutan, left, and Megan Klanchar rehearse for their upcoming musical, “Aladdin Jr.” The production, for the first time, will be performed entirely in American Sign Language. J.J. is playing Aladdin; Megan is cast as Jasmine.
Families celebrate Catholic Schools Week
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Holy Family School hosted a family fun night for students and
Shepherd branches celebrate Mardi Gras
The Boardman and Poland branches of Shepherd of the Valley came together Feb. 12 to host a Mardi Gras party at the Poland location for independent and in-house residents.
Youth basketball season tips off at Old North
By EMILY GIANETTI neighbors@vindy.com Basketball season isn’t just for middle and high school
Pee Wee Phantoms inch toward playoff berth
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee AA team resumed league play last weekend and made a final rush for a
Canfield advances six wrestlers to district tournament
Canfield senior wrestler Hayden Smith spent most of the past month on the sidelines after losing a
Drive-through chicken dinner March 7
Drive-through chicken dinner March 7 Western Reserve United Methodist Church, 4580 Canfield Road,
Pee Wee Phantoms inch toward playoff berth
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee AA team resumed league play last weekend and made a final rush for a
Poland sports briefs
Sports activity fee set The Poland Local School Board instituted an activity fee, effective July
Canfield swimmers qualify for state
The Canfield boys and girls swim team competed in the Northeast Ohio Districts on Feb. 14 and 16 at
Austintown briefs
Auxiliary to meet Tuesday The Sulmona Valley Auxiliary will meet on Tuesday at noon at Johnny’s
St. Christine’s hosts yo-yo show
To end National Catholic Schools Week, St. Christine's School hosted the NED Show, a comedic student-participation show that teaches children how to find the champion within themselves, Feb. 1.
Pee Wee Phantoms inch toward playoff berth
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee AA team resumed league play last weekend and made a final rush for a
IHOP pancake giveaway benefits Akron Children’s
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com IHOPs nationwide, including the IHOP in Boardman, spent
Boardman briefs
Rivers Casino bus trip planned Team Schein is hosting a bus trip to Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh,
Hilltop students celebrate Valentine’s Day
Students and staff at Hilltop Elementary School were feeling the love during the school's annual Valentine's Day parties Feb. 14.
Holy Family skates the day away
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Holy Family School hosted its annual student appreciation
Assembly combines basketball and bullying
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Austintown Middle School received a visit from Jim
St. Christine’s hosts yo-yo show
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com To end National Catholic Schools Week, St. Christine’s School
IHOP pancake giveaway raises funds
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com IHOPs nationwide, including the IHOP in Boardman, spent Feb. 5
Nanoskys observe 50th anniversary with open house
Michael and Maryann Nanosky of Austintown celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with family and
North Elementary PTO bake sale to benefit local boy
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com The Poland North Elementary PTO recently hosted a bake sale to
Maribeth Moschella | Ryan Goist
Maribeth Moschella and Ryan Goist, both of Struthers, exchanged vows Dec. 1 at Our Lady of Mount
Girls indoor track team competes at WATTS
On Feb. 16, 21 members of the Boardman girls indoor track team competed at the WATTS Center on the
Poland briefs
Calling all card players It’s time for the monthly card game at Shepherd of the Valley-Poland,
Dobbins students learn about wool
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Dobbins Elementary School received a visit from Kim Muff of
Canfield baseball boosters dinner is a winner
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield High School baseball organization hit a home
IHOP pancake giveaway raises funds
IHOPs nationwide, including the IHOP in Boardman, spent Feb. 5 hosting a free pancake event in an effort to raise money for Akron Children's Hospital.
Storyteller visits Boardman elementaries
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com As a part of Right to Read Week at West Boulevard Elementary
Catholic students focus on their faith
In light of Pope Benedict’s recent announcement to step down, several fourth-grade students from
St. Christine’s hosts yo-yo show
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com To end National Catholic Schools Week, St. Christine’s School
Boardman sports briefs
BGMS goes to EOWL The Boardman Glenwood Middle School wrestling team wrapped its season at the
Eyes on pre-primary prize
Opinion: In what is likely the biggest pre-primary-election prize for the Youngstown mayoral candidates,
Dr. Gemma: Catheter ablation is a long-awaited alternative to medications.
Struthers man was the first patient.
Enterprise rental
Enterprise rental VIENNA A second rental-car company will begin operations at the Youngstown-
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses James A. Gunther 49, of 542 E. Florida Ave.,
METRO DIGEST || Pizza-driver robbery probed in Liberty
Pizza-driver robbery probed in Liberty LIBERTY Police continue their investigation into the
METRO DIGEST || Local bands to perform at SMASH concert Saturday
SMASH concert Sat. to feature local bands NEWTON FALLS The traffic-safety initiative SMASH —
Common refrain getting old
Editorial: The Hutchinson (Kansas) News: The so-called “Common Core” educational standards that Kansas has
Venerose gets probation, makes restitution
Judge Lou A. D’Apolito of Mahoning County Common Pleas Court imposed the sentence on the felony charges Thursday.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Bryan and Jacqueline Baublitz, New Waterford, girl, Feb. 20.
POLICE CALLS IN LIBERTY
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Liberty: LIBERTY Feb. 15 Drugs: A
Court rejects new trial for priest convicted of murder
Associated Press TOLEDO A Roman Catholic priest sent to prison nearly seven years ago for
Pa. mayor: Youth shot at bus with pellet gun
Associated Press BRADDOCK, Pa. Officials outside Pittsburgh say a juvenile shot at a school bus
Car bomb kills at least 53 in Syrian capital
Associated Press DAMASCUS, Syria A car bomb exploded Thursday near Syria’s ruling-party
Storm bombards Midwest
ST. LOUIS Powdery snow, up to a foot and a half in some places, bombarded much
Feds indict 4 in peanut-butter salmonella outbreak
Associated Press WASHINGTON Four former peanut company employees have been charged with scheming
Valley home sales stable in Jan.
Home sales started the year relatively stable, while statewide gains were a bright spot.
More tests needed in water-tank death
More tests needed in water-tank death LOS ANGELES More testing must be done to determine the
Austintown sports briefs
Chili cook-off set for March 9 Austintown Little Falcons’ first Chili Cook-off Fundraiser is set
Kimberly Kowach | Joseph Flood
St. Columba Cathedral provided the setting for the Aug. 18 exchange of vows between Kimberly Kowach
Jenna Smith, Kevin Fantone set wedding date
Ralph and Deborah Smith of Canfield are announcing the engagement and upcoming wedding of their
Dana Pitzulo and Cody Allen to wed March 23
Sam and Janet Pitzulo of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Dana Pitzulo and
Poland sends four to district wrestling tournament
The Poland wrestling team placed eight at last weekend’s Division II sectional tournament, including
Boardman Lions Club sponsors fundraiser
The Boardman Lions Club will hold its 15th annual Night at the Races Fundraiser on March 2 at the
Canfield sports briefs
Bunch, Whitehead capture JV wrestling titles Jarod Bunch and Paul Whitehead captured titles as the
A matter of rights
Opinion: By Debbie Barker McClatchy-Tribune The U. S. Supreme Court is hearing a case that should
Country singer Kristen Kelly Rising star takes pride in songwriting
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com A part of Kristen Kelly’s past life is a country music
newsmakers
newsmakers Axl Rose case against Activision is dismissed LOS ANGELES A judge has ruled that
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing New Hope United Methodist Church, 21 Fairview Ave., Niles, clothing
Attendance rigging tempts low-ranked schools across US
Associated Press COLUMBUS A former superintendent went to prison in Texas for conspiring to
DBAY
DBAY Key objectives Business owners and leaders of nonprofit organizations were among those who
STEM deficiency troubling
Opinion: By William Bennett McClatchy-Tribune INDIANAPOLIS America’s K-12 and post-secondary education
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Rascal Flatts, 7:30 p.m.: Tickets are sold out for the country
Another sense lost to aging
Opinion: By Susan Reimer The Baltimore Sun Just when we were getting our heads around the idea that many
Public pensions, military in competition
Opinion: A nation’s choice between spending on military defense and spending on civilian goods has often been
YSU to honor ‘Modern Family’ patriarch
Ed O’Neill, the Emmy-nominated actor who was born and raised in Youngstown, will return home this spring to pick up an honor from his alma mater.
YOUNGSTOWN | New alliance aims to enhance downtown
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Many people clearly and painfully remember the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 28.56 —.14 Avalon
Man arraigned on charge of pointing assault rifle at police officer
Bond was set at $100,000 Thursday in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court for Matthew I. Slusher, who
Theft of intellectual property at an all-time high in China
Editorial: China has never had a reputa- tion for respecting intellectual property. Former U.S. Sen. George
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Feb. 22, the 53rd day of 2013. There are 312 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Rockets, Rebels use defense to advance
Lowellville and Crestview will play in the district semifinals
Police: Hotel clash led to Vegas shooting
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Bullets were flying from a black Range Rover at a gray Maserati as
Ohio woman accused of duct-taping 2 kids
Associated Press SANDUSKY Police in northern Ohio say a woman put duct tape over the eyes,
Ohio nun suspected of illegally casting ballot
Associated Press CINCINNATI Election officials say a nun in southwest Ohio is suspected of
All 16 Amish convicted in attacks enter appeal
Associated Press CLEVELAND The final two of 16 Amish found guilty in beard- and hair-cutting
Kelly Barzak selected academic All-American
Kelly Barzak selected academic All-American AUSTIN, Texas Thiel College senior forward Kelly
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