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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.

50 golfers signed up for Greatest just on Sunday. Have you? The price goes up after today

Please remind your friends that this Monday is the last chance to get into the 4th annual Greatest Golfer of the Valley tournament presented by Farmers National Bank this August at the low price of $100.


2 vacant houses burn in Youngstown

2 vacant houses burn in Youngstown


Warren house shot up Saturday

Warren house shot up Saturday


Howland Township has free hot dogs, drinks for park renovation Saturday

Howland Township has free hot dogs, drinks for park renovation Saturday


Ohio lawyer-legislators could see tax benefit

Ohio lawyer-legislators could see tax benefit


Matt Kuchar wins 2013 Memorial golf tournament

Matt Kuchar wins 2013 Memorial golf tournament


Hecks honored with celebration for 50th anniversary

NEW SPRINGFIELD A 50th anniversary celebration at 6 p.m. June 1 honored Mr. and Mrs. Edward Heck

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Stroneys mark 60th milestone during luncheon

YOUNGSTOWN In celebration of their parents’ 60th wedding anniversary, the children of John and

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Langley-Laird wedding plans set for August

SHARPSVILLE, PA. Neva Lynn Langley of Sharpsville is announcing her engagement to Nicholas L.

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Miss Iacovone, Mr. Chiovitti date set in October

Ennio and Robin Iacovone of Campbell and Tony and Jody Chiovitti of Boardman are announcing the

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Wilson-Peluso wedding vows set for July 13

David H. and Betsy Wilson of Youngstown and Thomas M. Peluso of Struthers are announcing the

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O’Patchen, Schnurrenberger July rite planned

Caitlin Marissa O’Patchen of Cortland and Daniel Curtis Schnurrenberger of Austintown are engaged,

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Parents announce Snyder-Best engagement

Salem Mark and Kimberly Best of Salem are announcing the engagement of their son, Jeffrey Best, to

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Lonsway, Henchar vows set in July

Kimberly Lonsway and Kyle Henchar, both of Cleveland Heights, are engaged, their parents are

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Miss Scalise, Mr. Mistovich plan Sept. vows

AUSTINTOWN Mikayla Scalise and Stephen Mistovich, both of Austintown, are announcing their

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SENIOR SIDELIGHTS

Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, open exercise at


GARDEN CLUBS

WEDNESDAY Mahoning will meet at noon for a tour of Gordon Vujevic’s historic farmhouse and


Mustang night set at Aces Fire Grill

Mustang night set at Aces Fire Grill BOARDMAN The Mahoning Valley Mustang Club invites Ford


MASONIC GROUPS

MONDAY Mau-Mil, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet for its annual picnic at 6 p.m.


SENIOR CITIZENS

55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Mary Church, 3504 Main St.


SENIOR MENUS

Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60


Howland youth programs start Monday

Howland Township Summer Youth Sport & Recreation Program will have a pottery camp Monday to June 7.


Benefit rabies clinic in Volant

Dr. Jeff McKissick will host a rabies clinic to benefit the March of Dimes from 6 to 7:30 p.m. June 13 at the Plain Grove Township Building, 1029 Plain Grove Road.


Kayak tour, training at Jennings next Sunday

Jennings Environmental Education Center is hosting a kayak tour through Slippery Rock Creek from 1 to 4:30 p.m. next Sunday.


Second annual RIVERFEST at B&O Saturday

Friends of the Mahoning River will have its second annual Mahoning RIVERFEST from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday at the B&O Station, 530 Mahoning Ave.


Warren dad, son injured in crash

Two men were injured in an accident on Highland Avenue just south of Sixth Street in Warren Township at about 7 p.m. Friday, the Warren post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol said.


Habitat hosting Father and Child Build

The Lawrence County Habitat for Humanity is hosting the first annual “Father and Child Build” from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 15 at 303 Newell Ave.


Local Boy Scouts stand by national resolution

Eagle Scouts support decision to include gay scouts and leaders remain "committed to national policy"


Carnathan wins 100, anchors 4x100 relay for Irish

Ursuline sophomore Alex Carnathan is the pig-tailed daughter of a distance runner and a book-lover with a simple last name that everyone mispronounces.


Warren JFK’s Abdul-Aal fourth in Division II tennis tournament

Jad Abdul-Aal’s final two high school matches went three sets.


Narcan can cut OD deaths in half, Trumbull officer says

The commander of Trumbull County’s primary narcotics unit says Trumbull County drug overdose deaths could be cut in half with greater use of the drug Narcan.


Reign delay: Springfield baseball wins regional

The Tigers topped Cuyahoga Heights in a game continued from Friday.


Liberty firefighters remove woman glued to Walmart toilet

Stuck because of adhesive substance


Hazmat crews from Portage, Trumbull, respond to Vernon fire

Hazmat crews from Portage, Trumbull, respond to Vernon fire


Colonel Crawford stings the ‘Stangs

Mathews softball fell in eight innings, 3-0.


Bullock wins unanimous decision

Local fighter Jon “JBeast” Bullock did exactly what a headliner is supposed to do — win.


Hundreds turn out to beautify downtown for Streetscape '13

By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Anyone in downtown Youngstown Saturday morning


Girard service program works to improve city

Program gives offenders opportunity to 'pay down' misdemeanor fines


LaBrae softball rallies but falls to Columbia Station

The Vikings had the game-tying run on third base in the seventh inning.


4 parishes now combine their traditions at Campbell fest

Four different parishes bring their traditions to the table


Mill Creek MetroParks celebrates GO Day on Saturday

The park district offers discounts on recreation activities at Wick Recreation Area, 1861 McCollum Road, and at both Lake Glacier and Lake Newport boathouses from noon to 6 p.m.


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Youngstown spends $1M-plus on studies, largely unused

This is the amount Youngstown has spent on studies since 2005, but the majority of the recommendations resulting from them have not been implemented. And that cost has been shouldered primarily by city taxpayers.


Author of Amish fiction to speak, sign books

Author of Amish fiction to speak, sign books NEWTON FALLS At 1 p.m. Saturday, an author of


Years ago

Today is Sunday, June 2, the 153rd day of 2013. There are 212 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED


Republicans double down to hide JobsOhio from public

Editorial: You know the Republican majori- ty in the Ohio General Assembly, with the full backing of Republican


Ask Mr. Know It All

Q. I have fond memories of my childhood. I remember more than once my grandmamma made something that


City’s next Covelli issue: Phantoms

Opinion: With the city and its Covelli Centre, you could say it’s now two down, and one to go. This year


A powerful use for spoiled food

Los Angeles Times What happens to the 40 percent of food produced but never eaten in the U.S.


record reviews

John Fogerty Album: “Wrote a Song for Everyone” (Vanguard) Grade: A For certain boomers,


Rob Zombie Rocker evolves with new film, book

By JOHN CARUCCI Associated Press NEW YORK It’s becoming harder and harder to define Rob


How to recycle old electronic devices

You just had to have the latest iPhone and a cool new 3-D TV. But now your basement is cluttered


THEME PARK THRILLS

Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. If there’s ever been a summer to visit a theme park — or two, or


Audio-Technica turntable is a real bargain

Q. I am purchasing a turntable to use with my stereo and to create digital files on my computer. I


Pharmacy clinics drawing skeptics, customers

Palm Beach Post When Akim Reid needed a physical for his job, he couldn’t turn to his regular


publishers weekly BEST-SELLERS For the week ending May 26

HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Inferno” by Dan Brown (Doubleday) 2. “And the Mountains Echoed” by Khaled


COOL SPACES

McClatchy Newpapers DETROIT The unofficial grilling season is underway, and one of the hottest


‘Mistresses’ actress Kim goes from ‘Lost’ to lust

By Rick Bentley The Fresno Bee PASADENA, Calif. ABC’s sexually-charged summer series


SNAPZ: HAPPY HUGGERS

We received a heaping helping of happy huggers for this month’s Snapz theme. Here are a few of the


LIMELIGHTS & CAREER PATHS

accounting Emily A. Abraham of Canfield was named an Outstanding Senior by the Pennsylvania


Remodeled ALDI reopens in Salem

Remodeled ALDI reopens in Salem salem On Monday, ALDI will reopen in Salem at 2495 E. State St.


Will Valley racino trump competitors?

Opinion: Ground was formally broken Thursday — site clearance has been going on for a while — for the $125


ROSEMOND | Parents need to make 'leadership speech'

McClatchy Newspapers Q. My 3-year-old started preschool 3 days a week (private sitter other two


Today’s entertainment picks:

Today’s entertainment picks: v Parish festival, noon to 11 p.m.: Christ the Good Shepherd Church


Let D-Day legacy inspire peace

Opinion: My daughter Brooke is a freshman in high school now. She is studying American history this semester.


JEAN STAPLETON, 90 Television’s Edith Bunker dies

Associated Press NEW YORK Jean Stapleton, the stage-trained character actress who played Archie


Selected local stocks

Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 31.09 —.41 Avalon


COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS

COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Youngstown Oxygen et al v. Greco Acquistions Inc.,


Home searched in ricin probe

Associated Press NEW BOSTON, Texas A law-enforcement official says a Texas home has been


Steelers’ Adams stabbed during robbery attempt

He is in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries.


WORLD DIGEST || Italy confirms 3 cases of new virus

Italy confirms 3 cases of new virus rome Three people were being treated Saturday for a new


Police charge 2nd man in death of UK soldier

Associated Press LONDON British police charged a second suspect Saturday with the murder of a


Youngstown Cycle keeps rolling along

Bike shops come and go, but Youngstown Cycle is a fixture on Market Street


Steel angels serve as memorials

Associated Press WARWICK, N.Y. After Joseph and Betty Ginley’s firefighter son was killed in the


Nadal, Djokovich look vulnerable at French

The seven-time champion has not looked as dominant as usual on clay.


NEWSMAKERS

NEWSMAKERS Wife: Lou Reed recovering after having liver transplant LONDON Rock icon Lou Reed


NEW CASTLE PLAYHOUSE ‘Boeing, Boeing’ doesn’t quite hit flight speed

By David L. MUNNELL entertainment@vindy.com New Castle, Pa. What do you get when you combine


Whirligig art creator Simpson dies at 94

Associated Press LUCAMA, N.C. A self-taught North Carolina artist famed for his whimsical, wind-


Greatest golfer of the Valley | Tournament details

Juniors play Qualifiers schedule May 25, at Pine Lakes: Qualifiers: Rachel Williamson, Christina


Give ‘returning citizens’ respect

Opinion: Give ‘returning citizens’ respect I’m a leader with the Mahoning Valley Organizing Collaborative,


Birthday plans are up in the air

Associated Press GRAND ISLAND, N.Y. Loved ones of John Lawton will gaze heavenward on his 90th


Nutrition labels for alcoholic drinks on tap?

Associated Press WASHINGTON Alcoholic beverages soon could have nutrition labels like those on


Logano takes Nationwide race

Logano changed his team and his car, just not the result, and raced to his third straight Dover victory in the Nationwide Series on Saturday.


Here’s proof that your one vote truly can make a difference

Editorial: Don’t even try to tell Brookfield Local Schools Superintendent Tim Saxton that each and every vote


Six rules you should live by this summer

Opinion: By Gina Barreca Hartford Courant It’s time to tell the truth: Summer isn’t for sissies, but we


Pride fest reveals parade marshals

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Pride Youngstown has announced the grand marshals and entertainers for


Greatest Scramble Challenge calendar

New this year to Farmers National Bank’s Greatest Golfer of the Valley is the addition of the Miller


Pop culture Q&A

Pop culture Q&A By Rich Heldenfels Q. If I remember correctly, you mentioned some time ago that


Bacon, Red Bull, Jimenez lift weary Tribe

Ubaldo Jimenez pitched eight scoreless innings as Cleveland blanked the Rays.


BRIDGE

BRIDGE Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH xK Q 5 uQ J 10 9 8 3 vJ wA 8 4 WEST EAST


How leagues fared

MEN Over The Hill Gang (Lakeside) — Low gross: Dave Moamis 43, John Cotton 46, Tom Nadasky 49. Low


Blood Drives

Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9


K.O. Drugs boxing to crown 21 champs

The annual tournament concludes Monday.


Kuchar leads, Tiger struggles at Memorial

Woods shot a 79, matching his second-worst score on the PGA Tour.


Military vehicle show Saturday in Alliance

The show will include Jeeps, trucks, armored vehicles, and a mobile museum of small arms and other weapons.


In the cup | Areas holes in one

Tom Krotky aced the 160-yard No. 9 at Knoll Run Golf Course on May 8 while playing in the Jednota


Surplus food

Surplus food Stepping Into The Future Inc., 2905 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown. Food distributions


Frightened Okla. residents choose to flee tornadoes

Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY It’s a warning as familiar as a daily prayer for Tornado Alley


Annual Warren African-American fest this week

The festival includes rides, games, concessions, arts and crafts, health information, entertainment and voter registration.


METRO DIGEST || Toddler flown to Pittsburgh after crash

Two injuted in crash in Warren Township WARREN Two men were injured in an accident on Highland


METRO DIGEST || Missing woman

Missing woman ALLIANCE The public is being asked to help locate a woman who went missing four


Upcoming outings

June Monday — Keystone Blind Association 5-man Scramble at Tam O’Shanter of Pennsylvania. Shotgun


High school lets transgender student dress as female

Associated Press FOSTORIA, Ohio A transgender student in northwest Ohio will be allowed to


Bruins blank Penguins in brutal series opener

Round 1, make that Game 1, to the Boston Bruins.


Pacers top Heat to force Game 7

The Pacers opened the third quarter on a 14-2 run as the Heat went 1 of 11 from the field.


Feds crack down on foreclosure auction scams

Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO At the height of the financial crisis, bargain hunters would


HANDSON Volunteering

HandsOn Volunteer Network of the Valley, engaging 21st century volunteers to improve civic health


Agenda Monday

Agenda Monday Niles school board, special meeting and work session, 5 p.m., new Niles McKinley


Karzmer: These guys really are good

PGA Tour players can do things nobody else can.


Bowling meeting

Bowling meeting youngstown The Youngstown-Salem Women’s Bowling Association will hold its annual


MILESTONES

MILESTONES SCOUTS Eagle Award Benjamin Boughner, son of Don and Pam Boughner of Canfield, has