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Piecemakers stitch quilts, coats, pj's for those in need
Linda Spencer, left, and Sherry Ziegler, members of Bethel Lutheran Church Piecemakers, work on a small-square rainbow-colored quilt during a gathering Tuesday at the Boardman ...
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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Austintown trustees to have closed-door session Thursday morning
Austintown Township trustees will have a special meeting at 9 a.m. today at Stacey Pavilion at Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road.
Sunday pizza cook-off will help autistic kids at Potential Development School
Area pizza establishments will compete to earn the title of “Maestro Di Cucina” in the 2013 Mahoning Valley Pizza Cook-Off from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Mr. Anthony’s, 7740 South Ave.
Bill would stop employers from forcing access to workers' Facebook pages
Prospective employers would be barred from requesting job applicants’ social media site usernames and passwords, under legislation being considered in the Ohio Senate.
Boardman teen charged with false kidnapping report
An 18-year-old now faces charges of making false alarms after reporting to Boardman police that he had been kidnapped and assaulted Friday.
Video narrated by Paul McCartney to be shown Sunday
Evergreen Seventh-day Adventist Church, 7668 Glenwood Ave., will present “Glass Walls,” from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday.
Rosa Parks' historic act of disobedience enshrined in new Capitol statue
The nation's most powerful politicians honored Rosa Parks on Wednesday by unveiling her statue in a permanent place in the U.S. Capitol. President Barack Obama praised Parks as an enduring reminder of what true leadership requires, "no matter how humble or lofty our positions."
GOP Sen. Graham balks at gun bill after Newtown dad makes sobbing plea
After weeks of arguing constitutional fine points and citing rival statistics, senators wrangling over gun control saw and heard the anguish of a bereft father.
Pope's final audience emotional, gets standing ovation from cardinals
Pope Benedict XVI bid an emotional farewell Wednesday on the eve of his retirement, recalling moments of "joy and light" during his papacy, but also times of difficulty when "it seemed like the Lord was sleeping."
Benedict departs after returning Church traditions, claims Vatican II misread
On Monday, April 4, 2005, a priest walked up to the Renaissance palazzo housing the Vatican's doctrine department and asked the doorman to call the official in charge: It was the first day of business after Pope John Paul II had died, and the cleric wanted to get back to work.
Trumbull CSB investigation turns up evidence of deceit
Trumbull CSB investigation turns up evidence of deceit WARREN A 2011 state investigation of
Ohio Supreme Court spars with lawyers in school Bible case
Ohio Supreme Court spars with lawyers in school Bible case
Ohio concealed weapons licenses set record in 2012
Ohio concealed weapons licenses set record in 2012
WRTA to purchase 48 full-size buses over next 5 years
WRTA to purchase 48 full-size buses over next 5 years
Vt. lye victim gets new face at Boston hospital
Vt. lye victim gets new face at Boston hospital BOSTON (AP) — A Vermont nurse disfigured in a 2007
WRTA plans to upgrade its fleet over five years
WRTA plans to upgrade its fleet over five years YOUNGSTOWN Trustees of the Western Reserve
ACLU: Pa. school district blocked Internet site about gays
ACLU: Pa. school district blocked Internet site about gays
Cops: Grandma shot self, young grandsons in car
Cops: Grandma shot self, young grandsons in car PRESTON, Conn. (AP) — The staff at a Connecticut
Online gambling dominance race pits NJ, NV
Online gambling dominance race pits NJ, NV ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — The race is on among states
Son gets 35 to 80 years in Pa. crash ruse deaths
Son gets 35 to 80 years in Pa. crash ruse deaths BUTLER, Pa. (AP) — A New Jersey man has been
Man waives hearing for shooting near YSU in which student was injured
Man waives hearing for shooting near YSU in which student was injured
Normal fanfare missing in Ohio report card release
Normal fanfare missing in Ohio report card release
Boardman man gets prison term on attempted murder, assault, kidnapping charges
Boardman man gets prison term on attempted murder, assault, kidnapping charges
Phantoms blank Steel, 4-0
Phantoms blank Steel, 4-0 YOUNGSTOWN Austin Cangelosi returned from a four-game suspension to
Obama, top lawmakers to meet Friday on budget cuts
Obama, top lawmakers to meet Friday on budget cuts
Black History Month program Thursday at Youngstown school
Black History Month program Thursday at Youngstown school
Black History Month event is Thursday at Horizon Science Academy
BHM event is Thursday at Horizon Science Academy
Kindergarten registration for E.J. Blott Elementary School begins Monday
Kindergarten registration for E.J. Blott Elementary School begins Monday
Union bill sponsor joins Ohio public pension panel
Union bill sponsor joins Ohio public pension panel
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve a
West Side Cats sets Monopoly tournament
West Side Cats sets Monopoly tournament YOUNGSTOWN West Side Cats is sponsoring a Monopoly
Vatican will house 2 popes, secretary to serve both
Two pontiffs, both wearing white, both called "pope" and living a few yards from one another, with the same key aide serving them.
BP failed to heed safety warnings, expert testifies in Gulf Oil spill trial
BP failed to implement a new safety plan on the ill-fated Deepwater Horizon drilling rig even though the company realized a blowout in the Gulf of Mexico was its greatest danger, an expert witness for people and businesses suing the company testified Tuesday.
Advanced breast cancer rates up among young women
Advanced breast cancer has increased slightly among young women, a 34-year analysis suggests. The disease is still uncommon among women younger than 40, and the small change has experts scratching their heads about possible reasons.
Contrary to repeated reports, Taliban attacks not on decline
The American-led military coalition in Afghanistan backed off Tuesday from its claim that Taliban attacks dropped off in 2012, tacitly acknowledging a hole in its widely repeated argument that violence is easing and that the insurgency is in steep decline.
Obama rejects plan for more say in cuts
President Barack Obama brushed off a Republican plan Tuesday to give him flexibility to allocate $85 billion in looming spending cuts, wanting no part of a deal that would force him to choose between the bad and the terrible.
Youngstown BOE silent on Hathorn contract, Ark. interview
City schools Superintendent Connie Hathorn expects to learn next week whether he’ll be offered the top job in the Little Rock (Ark.) School District.
Boardman’s Mancini ready to do his thing in Columbus
Boardman senior Nick Mancini (113) has a simple plan for success after having been a state wrestling qualifier twice before.
Fitch forces OT, eliminates Howland
Jessie Driver delivered a game-saving shot for Fitch.
Downtown parking deck owner offers his building for VXI parking
The proposed fee is less than what Youngstown pays to bus VXI workers
Former congressman Wilson suffers stroke in Florida
Charlie Wilson’s family is hopeful he will make a full recovery.
2 women arraigned on internet cafe gambling charges, owner absent
Police still seeking internet cafe owner
Eargle reaches 1,000-point mark in YSU’s loss to Valpo
Senior forward Damian Eargle surpassed 1,000 points for his career for Youngstown State on Tuesday night, but the Penguins lost a Horizon League road game.
Turner gets 19 years for killing Liberty woman, teen daughter
Melvin Turner sentenced to 19 years in prison in double homicide
Gunther’s Irish cruise past Golden Flashes
Ursuline coach Keith Gunter was worried, because his Irish were focused before the game.
McNally wins Dem endorsement, party supports gay marriage
Wins after a tie vote on not endorsing in mayoral race
More high school basketball || Division III: Lisbon 38, Columbiana 37
Division III Lisbon 38, Columbiana 37 SALEM Josh Craig scored all of his team-high 11 points
Austintown teachers to hear contract details next week
After a late night agreement on a tentative contract for the Austintown teachers, the teacher's union will now vote on the contract before it goes to the board for approval.
Joint Boardman-Austintown-MetroParks dispatch nearing operation
Two years after the first discussions of updating equipment for a Boardman-Austintown radio-dispatch system, the system is in the final stages.
N. Ohio commissioners concerned about Kasich's turnpike plan
Under Gov. John Kasich’s plan, the state would borrow about $1.5 billion, via bonding against future tolls, and hope to leverage another $1.5 billion in local and federal funding.
Piecemakers stitch quilts, coats, pj's for those in need
Linda Spencer, left, and Sherry Ziegler, members of Bethel Lutheran Church Piecemakers, work on a small-square rainbow-colored quilt during a gathering Tuesday at the Boardman church.
Locke, McPherson getting chance at Bucs’ rotation
The Pittsburgh Pirates are giving two youngsters a fair shot at winning the fifth starter spot in their rotation.
NBA roundup
NBA roundup Tuesday’s other games Pacers 108, Warriors 97 INDIANAPOLIS David West had 28
Looking forward to a repeat
Opinion: Looking forward to a repeat How about that Republi- can State of the Union rebuttal by Tea Party
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Hamill, Judd, Dick among ‘Dancing’ stars NEW YORK ABC says gold-medal figure skater
St. Patrick's Day forecast: Expect a seasonal ale storm
Irish brews are celebrated by beer enthusiasts all year and by the rest of the population on St. Patrick's Day.
Officer: Most charges against septic installer should be dismissed
Hearing officer recommends no charges against septic installer
Appellate court tosses out lawsuit against Youngstown
Visiting Judge Thomas J. Pokorny denied the city’s request to dismiss the suit without a trial, saying a jury should decide whether the city was at fault.
Man sentenced to eight years for felonious assault
The convicted man said he was defending the honor of a friend
Fresh takes on family recipes
Fresh takes on family recipes Updating familiar family recipes like Savory Honey Mustard Poached
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Would-be car thief found asleep VIENNA, austria Like anywhere, dozing off behind
Fresh takes on family recipes
Family Features Updating familiar family recipes is a great way to turn them into new family
Police continue to investigate three recent shootings, but get little cooperation.
Two men suffer gunshot wounds to leg Monday afternoon
Francona names Masterson Tribe’s Opening Day starter
Justin Masterson named Indians’ Opening Day starter
Marmalakes returns for SXSW tuneup
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Youngstown made quite an impression on Marmalakes, when
Don’t pollute Ohio rivers and streams with fracking water
Opinion: Don’t pollute Ohio rivers and streams with fracking water Columbus Dispatch: State officials
Why don’t they hang it up?
Opinion: By Eric J. SEGALL Los Angeles Times Over the next three months, the justices of the U.S. Supreme
Symphony Society seeks artists for show
Staff report Youngstown The Youngstown Sym-phony Society is seeking professional artists to
Serve a simple skillet supper
Family Features Getting dinner on the table fast during a busy week need not cause a panic — or a
Sen. Capri Cafaro sponsors oil and gas jobs bill
SB 12 would require well owners who hire Ohioans who have graduated from state-funded oil and gas training programs to retain the new employees for at least three years.
METRO DIGEST || Order food boxes Saturday
Order food boxes Niles New Hope United Methodist Church, 21 Fairview Ave., is accepting orders
Next on the list
Next on the list Next stop for the guys on their 2013 burger hit list is Trax Restaurant & Lounge
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Youngstown City Council safety committee, 5 p.m., caucus room, sixth floor,
Music, movie industry will warn copyright infringers
Associated Press WASHINGTON Internet users who illegally share music, movies or TV shows online
Anas’ shooutout goal makes ESPN’s Top 10
When the Youngstown Phantoms’ leading scorer Austin Cangelosi was suspended for four games for checking from behind, head coach Anthony Noreen wasn’t sure what to expect.
Tell us what you think
Tell us what you think We are always on the lookout for the biggest, hottest and tastiest dishes
Food for thought
Food for thought We are offering a glimpse into local restaurants and eateries, reviewing their
Free lunch/food
Free lunch/food EB Family Life Center, 7 S. Garland Ave., Youngstown, free lunch and food
Thursday is deadline to purchase dog licenses
The rates double and court citations may be issued for noncompliance after Thursday.
Teen pleads guilty
Teen pleads guilty CHARDON A teenager charged with killing three students at an Ohio high school
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 29.03 .42 Avalon
Panthers’ Kopecky gets hat trick in win over Penguins
Tomas Kopecky recorded his first career hat trick.
Grace period ends, drivers now subject to tickets for texting
Editorial: Motorists — especially those under 18 — who haven’t weaned themselves away from texting and driving
A century of taxing government
Opinion: “The Congress shall have power to lay and collect taxes on incomes, from whatever source derived,
A made-up crisis
Opinion: By Donna Brazile Universal UCLICK If you are reading this, then it’s likely you’re one of the 27
New albums available this week include:
New albums available this week include: v Michael Bolton: “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough”
Florida’s governor does an about-face
Opinion: ORLANDO Republican Gov. Rick Scott was one of those tea party stars whom voters believed had the