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Bike & Build helps in Struthers
Akiko Hamada-ano of San Francisco works on the blue room in the Habitat for Humanity house in Struthers where Bike & Build riders were lending ...
Library presents summer reading program
The Poland library presented information about the summer reading program at Union Elementary School May 24.
Robinwood Lane raises $2,400 for Relay
Robinwood Lane Elementary School participated in the Relay for Life for the 20th year May 17 and 18.
Cars cruise Tuedsays at senior center
Cars of many makes and models in a rainbow of colors lined up in front of the Austintown Senior Center May 28.
Fourth-graders enjoy last Hilltop hurrah
Fourth-grade students at Hilltop Elementary School celebrated the end of their time at the school with a class picnic and day of fun May 31.
Stories published June 28, 2013
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
TCTC board member hoping for last-minute change from governor
A longtime Trumbull Career and Technical Center Board of Trustees member is hoping Gov. John Kasich will line-item veto a part of the state budget bill approved by the Legislature Thursday that could change the composition of joint vocational school boards in Ohio.
McKinley historical marker dedication at 11 Saturday in Poland
Celebrate Poland celebrates both the history of the village and the United States, so reminding everyone that President William McKinley once lived and moved about here seems right on target.
Kokrak's second round interrupted by rain
The Warren JFK graduate remained in the hunt at the AT&T National on Friday.
Cincy police: Man arrested for shooting at SWAT team
Cincy police: Man arrested for shooting at SWAT team
McFeaters, Hearns among latest Greatest junior qualifiers
Eight more juniors qualified for the finals of the Greatest Golfer of the Valley presented by Farmers National Bank.
Canfield fireworks festival Saturday at fairgrounds
Canfield fireworks festival is Saturday at fairgrounds
Calif woman gets life for severing husband’s penis
Calif woman gets life for severing husband’s penis SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) — A California woman who
Kasich praises Ohio budget changes to school funding
Kasich praises Ohio budget changes to school funding
Charge dropped against student who wore NRA shirt
Charge dropped against student who wore NRA shirt CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — A criminal charge has
Prosecutors ask to seize Jesse Jackson Jr.’s homes
Prosecutors ask to seize Jesse Jackson Jr.’s homes CHICAGO (AP) — Federal prosecutors want the
The reality is, Cassadee Pope belongs in country music
The reality is, Cassadee Pope belongs in country music By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com
Commander: Morale in Manning’s unit suffered
Commander: Morale in Manning’s unit suffered FORT MEADE, Md. (AP) — Pfc. Bradley Manning’s former
Ellwood City hospital closing obstetrics department
Ellwood City hospital closing obstetrics department ELLWOOD CITY, Pa. (AP) — A community hospital
Fed officials approve horse slaughterhouse in NM
Fed officials approve horse slaughterhouse in NM ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Federal officials have
Sears Holdings severs ties with Paula Deen
Sears Holdings severs ties with Paula Deen NEW YORK (AP) — Paula Deen just lost another business
Kasich challenger says Ohio budget is 'train wreck'
Kasich challenger says Ohio budget is 'train wreck'
Neighbor testifies about Martin-Zimmerman fight
Neighbor testifies about Martin-Zimmerman fight SANFORD, Fla. (AP) — A neighbor of George
Door-to-door salesman assaults Hubbard woman
Door-to-door salesman assaults Hubbard woman HUBBARD A Hubbard woman says she was sexually
Stolen property plea entered
Stolen property plea entered CANFIELD Kacee Moser signed a plea agreement today before Judge
Clashes as Egypt leader’s backers, foes rally
Clashes as Egypt leader’s backers, foes rally CAIRO (AP) — Thousands of backers and opponents of
Boardman man arrested after police raid residence
Boardman man arrested after police raid residence BOARDMAN A Boardman man was arrested Thursday
Reports: Retired general target of leaks probe
Reports: Retired general target of leaks probe WASHINGTON (AP) — A former vice chairman of the
Feds: Internet influenced Boston bombing suspect
Feds: Internet influenced Boston bombing suspect BOSTON (AP) — What Dzhokhar Tsarnaev needed to
Zaryl Bush gets 33-years-to-life for Teddy Foltz murder
Zaryl Bush gets 33-year-to-life for Teddy Foltz murder
Obama recasts chase for Snowden as unexceptional
Obama recasts chase for Snowden as unexceptional WASHINGTON (AP) — The last thing President Barack
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS American Business Women’s Association Mill Creek Chapter will meet at 6:30 p.m. July
HEAP program will help with cooling
HEAP program will help with cooling YOUNGSTOWN Part of the Home Energy Assistance Program
Immigration focus on House after Senate OKs bill
Immigration focus on House after Senate OKs bill WASHINGTON (AP) — Attention is shifting to the
Homeless mom awaits fate in starvation son’s death
Homeless mom awaits fate in starvation son’s death PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A mother of six whose
Donation will buy medication for Trumbull County elderly
The Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation, a supporting organization of the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley, presented a $35,000 check to the Avamar Foundation on Thursday.
Woman reports break-in through unlocked sliding door
A 69-year-old Irma Street woman said two men broke into her home at about 11:15 p.m. Wednesday and stole $2,100.
2 suspects jailed in Lake Milton bank robbery
Police were able to catch two men they say robbed a Farmer’s National bank within minutes of the heist.
Men stopped for driving offenses arrested on drug charges
Police arrested two men in the last two days on drug charges.
Boardman man charged with trying to steal PS3 games
A Boardman man was charged with theft after police say he was caught Wednesday night trying to steal seven Playstation 3 video games worth nearly $250 from Kmart on U.S. Route 224.
Marsh triple murder suspect transferred here from prison
The man indicted by a grand jury last week for a 1974 triple homicide in Canfield Township was transferred Thursday from the Marion Correctional Institution to the Mahoning County jail.
Donofrio’s wife wants answers after W.Va. autopsy
Family wants answers from West Virginia authorities
Lugo, Scrappers blank Spikes
The southpaw pitched five shutout innings, allowed one hit, struck out five and retired the last 14 batters he faced.
New child homicide investigative team swings into action in Bazetta homicide
When a 4-year-old boy died from being hit in the stomach, officials had a team of investigators to call for help.
Cavaliers stun with Bennett pick at No. 1
Cleveland Cavaliers general manager Chris Grant has a history of draft-day surprises.
Leavittsburg teen says he’s learned his lesson after online threat
Leland Fritz III of Leavittsburg says he now understands what a serious mistake it is to post a threat on the Internet.
Canfield grad Baker trying to stick with Buccaneers
Sean Baker is a throwback who has spent his life impressing coaches.
Monster event: Sylvester brings trucks to Canfield
Boardman native Joe Sylvester and his Bad Habit truck will headline the Return of the Monsters on Saturday evening.
Failure to hit welfare client work goals could be costly to Mahoning, Ohio
Federal funding cuts loom if welfare beneficiary work participation goals aren’t met statewide, JFS director fears.
Ohio abortion-rights group protests restrictions
They ask Gov. Kasich to strike abortion-related provisions from the state budget.
Wimbledon wipeout for U.S. men
It’s been 101 years since no men from the United States reached Wimbledon’s third round.
ODOT discusses I-80 improvements with Girard residents
The mayor says city could expect a boost in income-tax revenue during construction.
SPORTS DIGEST || Amanda Frost takes fourth in triathlon
Amanda Frost takes fourth in triathlon evansville, ill Amanda Frost of Columbiana finished first
Ohio Legislature passes $62B, 2-year state budget
Democrats called the legislation, to be signed by Gov. John Kasich before the start of the new fiscal year Monday, a disappointing mix of ill-advised law changes.
Bike & Build helps in Struthers
Akiko Hamada-ano of San Francisco works on the blue room in the Habitat for Humanity house in Struthers where Bike & Build riders were lending a hand. The 27 volunteers arrived in Youngstown Wednesday before heading to Struthers Thursday morning to work all day. Their ride started June 13 in Providence, R.I., and will conclude on Aug. 18 in Seattle.
Library presents summer reading program
The Poland library presented information about the summer reading program at Union Elementary School May 24.
Robinwood Lane raises $2,400 for Relay
Robinwood Lane Elementary School participated in the Relay for Life for the 20th year May 17 and 18.
Cars cruise Tuedsays at senior center
Cars of many makes and models in a rainbow of colors lined up in front of the Austintown Senior Center May 28.
Runners of all ages take part in Memorial Day mile
By CHELSEA WEIKART neighbors@vindy.com State Route 224 in Boardman was recently blocked for
St. Christines honors grandparents with special day
By ADRIENNE CRISSMAN acrisman@vindy.com St. Christine Parish School honored grandparents May 17
Dobbins fourth graders attend luau
By ADRIENNE CRISSMAN acrisman@vindy.com Dobbins Elementary fourth-grade students attended a luau
Borovitcky says farewell to Dobbins students and staff
By ADRIENNE CRISSMAN acrisman@vindy.com Students, families, staff and the community sent off
Scout troop visits Poland historical site
Brownie Girl Scout Troop No. 80168 visited the Little Red Schoolhouse in Poland Township in May. As
Cardinal Corner: FROM THE DESK OF THE SUPERINTENDENT
Much discussion has taken place about the new Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES) being
Austintown receives grant to replace old school buses
Austintown receives grant to replace old school buses
Hilltop crowns fourth-grade spelling champion
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Twelve Hilltop Elementary School fourth-grade students put
Smile Program sets up mobile dentist at West Blvd.
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com Using chairs and tables, a dentist and two dental
Community participates in 5K and children’s run
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com People of all ages laced up their running shoes
Children investigate soil, sand, silt
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com Children had a chance to play in dirt and learn
American Profile magazine to feature Hometown Life
FRANKLIN, TN – When American Profile magazine has its Saturday, July 13 debut as an insert in
Library loves Legos
By ADRIENNE CRISSMAN acrisman@vindy.com The Poland library loved Legos on June 12 at the Lego
Students display science projects
By ADRIENNE CRISSMAN acrisman@vindy.com Fourth-grade students displayed their projects during
Austintown briefs
People for Metro Parks golf outing The People for MetroParks golf outing will be July 17 with tee
BGMS students dodge balls for a cause
By ADRIENNE CRISSMAN acrisman@vindy.com Boardman Glenwood Middle School raised more than
St. Charles presents annual spring concert
By ADRIENNE CRISSMAN acrisman@vindy.com St. Charles School had its annual spring concert May
Children wiggle like worms
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com Children at the Austintown library wiggled,
iPad play event at the library
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK neighbors@vindy.com The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning
Girls track team competes at national competition
Ten members of the Boardman girls’ track and field team traveled to Greensboro, North Carolina for
Boardman briefs
Boardman residents earn degrees Boardman residents Erin Brown, Daniel Morris, Michael Callahan,
Austintown sports briefs
Fitch basketball program to host golf outing The Austintown Fitch boys basketball program will
Babies discover different sounds
By ADRIENNE CRISSMAN acrisman@vindy.com The Poland library hosted babies and books on June 12.
Poland sports briefs
Benefit golf outing set The Brett Wilcox benefit golf outing will be July 21 at Lakeside Golf
Farmers brings financial literacy education to students
In 2012, Farmers National Bank announced an initiative to bring financial literacy education to high
Fourth-graders enjoy last Hilltop hurrah
Fourth-grade students at Hilltop Elementary School celebrated the end of their time at the school with a class picnic and day of fun May 31.
Girls track members qualify for state
Four members of the Boardman girls track team qualified in five events for the recent regional track
Boardman sports briefs
Girls track members qualify for state Four members of the Boardman girls track team qualified in
Third-graders honor famous Americans
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School third-graders honored famous
Canfield bands complete season
To close off the performing season, Canfield Middle School and High School recently had their annual
Poland briefs
Poland celebrates ties to McKinley The home where President William McKinley once lived in Poland,
Canfield briefs
Canfield Rotary to host firework fest The Canfield Rotary will host its annual firework fest
Third-graders take historical walking tour
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School third-graders learned a lot about
Another hat thrown in 6th District ring
Opinion: There’s a third Democrat interested in running next year for the 6th Congressional District.
Library worker charged with theft
Associated Press CUYAHOGA FALLS A woman fired three months ago from her library job has been
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Small Ships Revue: A flotilla of funky floatables will sail down
The 2013 Campbell mayoral race is a rematch from two years ago
There are no September runoff primaries in Campbell and Sebring
Ballet dancer to appear at store
Staff report NEW CASTLE, Pa. Allison DeBona 29, a soloist with Ballet West in Salt Lake City,
Weathersfield schools to seek renewal of levy
news@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE The Weathersfield Board of Education has moved to place renewal of
Investment group to help overcome low interest rates
Cortland Banks foray into investments has already paid dividends in non-investment income
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
METRO DIGEST || Grandma evades telephone scam
Touch a Truck event Saturday in Poland POLAND The Rich Center for Autism’s annual “Touch A
‘Redskins’ gotta go
Opinion: By Mark Anthony Rolo McClatchy-Tribune The time is now for the National Football League to stop
Ohio appeals court rules in favor of Warren employee wishing to retire and be rehired
The Ohio 11th District Court of Appeals has ruled that Warren Auditor David Griffing must certify the retirement date for a Warren Municipal Court employee, possibly paving the way for the employee to retire and be rehired.
YSU trustee prepares for term
Ted Roberts’ term coincides with the arrival of a new YSU president
YEARS AGO
Today is Friday, June 28, the 179th day of 2013. There are 186 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Township trying to be aggressive in development
Meeting with Brookfield officials, Chamber will help explain available resources
Ecuador still defiant over Snowden issue
Associated Press QUITO, Ecuador President Barack Obama tried to cool the international frenzy
Roberts Court just can’t get away from its activist ways
Editorial: In three landmark decisions re- leased by the Supreme Court of the United States before summer
Target cuts ties with Paula Deen
Associated Press NEW YORK Paula Deen’s multimillion-dollar merchandise and media empire
Austintown Zoning Commission approves rezoning
The commission accepted the amendment to rezone lots on Interstate Boulevard from industrial to business, allowing any future businesses to fit in with the current ones located there.
‘Sopranos’ creator eulogizes Gandolfini
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK The creator of “The Sopranos” said at James
Free meals/clothing
Free meals/clothing New Hope United Methodist Church, 21 Fairview Ave., Niles, free community
Obama at odds with host over gay rights
Associated Press DAKAR, Senegal Laying bare a clash of cultures, President Barack Obama on
Hernandez denied bail
Associated Press FALL RIVER, Mass. A judge Thursday denied bail for former New England Patriots
Struthers Day persists despite damp weather
City of Struthers, Aqua Ohio co-sponsor the 16th annual event.
METRO DIGEST || Shooting in Columbus kills Youngstown man
Shooting in Columbus kills Youngstown man COLUMBUS A Youngstown man was shot and killed about
Garnett, Pierce Brooklyn-bound
Newsday Two-thirds of the Boston Celtics’ former Big Three soon could be Brooklyn-bound. In a
Skrinjar to coach Ohio All-Stars
The 34th annual Quad-County Coaches Association Penn-Ohio Stateline Classic is tonight at Geneva College
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Brad E. Blakeman, 33, of 13900 Grant Street N, Unit
Oops, no dredging is planned
Opinion: Oops, no dredging is planned I have been informed that the plans for the Lily Pond in Mill Creek
Inventor earns gold medal at show
Inventor earns gold medal at show Pittsburgh Mario Ricciardi, of Boardman, earned a gold medal
major league boxscores
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Orioles top Tribe with wild fifth inning
Lonnie Chisenhall and Mike Aviles homered for the Indians. Chisenhall had three hits.
Mortgage rates jump to two-year high
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. mortgage rates have suddenly jumped from near-record lows and
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .76, 31.12 —.08 Avalon
School-shooting fund suit goes to mediation
Associated Press CHARDON A Geauga County judge has ordered mediation in a lawsuit over a fund
81-year-old Baltimore-area man arrested on Trumbull rape allegations
An 81-year-old Baltimore-area man was arrested on a warrant out of Trumbull County, accusing him of raping a Cortland girl two times.
Girard schools consider rehiring athletics director
By LEE MURRAY TheNewsOutlet.org GIRARD The Girard Board of Education unanimously approved the
Ohio panel recommends revamping death penalty
Associated Press COLUMBUS Factors that can lead to a death-penalty case, such as murders
oddly enough
oddly enough Man selling coffin gets questions about bones COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa An Iowa man’s
PayPal exploring business of space
Associated Press NEW YORK PayPal wants to explore space — or at least begin to figure out how
newsmakers
newsmakers State mulls buying Welk’s home BISMARCK, N.D. The State Historical Society of North
Friend: Encounter racially charged
Associated Press SANFORD, Fla. George Zimmerman’s defense attorney insisted during several
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