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Caregiver summit March 21 at YSU
Youngstown State University Gerontology program, the Ohio Respite Coalition, Benjamin Rose Institute, Easter Seals, the Ohio Department of Aging, and the Alzheimer’s Association’s Greater East Ohio Chapter are hosting a caregiver summit from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. March 21 in the conference center of the YSU Williamson College of Business Administration.
Young Valley scientists compete today at YSU
Dozens of young aspiring scientists from across the area converged on the campus of Youngstown State University Saturday in hopes of earning a ticket to the state science competition and for most, insight into a career in the field of science.
Cardinal Mooney beats Salem to win D2 district title
Cardinal Mooney beats Salem to win D2 district title.
Bowen named new supt. of Campbell schools
Members of Campbell Board of Education have selected the person who will lead the district forward following the 2013 school year.
30 compete in Scrabble tourney today downtown
From “grip” to “goon,” from “win” to “woe,” they were racking up points while helping a longtime community-service agency.
Financial aid applications due Friday at St. Pat's
Friday is the deadline for financial aid applications for the 2013-14 school year at St. Patrick School.
Want to be a weather-spotter? Take this training
Mahoning County Skywarn, a volunteer organization of weather spotters, will host a free training session for the public on how to recognize approaching storms and tornadoes.
Parents announce Moore-Cooper engagement
Kellie Birch of Lisbon and Michael Moore of East Liverpool are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Kimberly A. Moore, and Michael P. Cooper, both of Akron.
Laura Lavelle, Dominic Strollo plan April 27 rite
BONITA SPRINGS, FLA. Laura Lavelle and Dominic M. Strollo II, both of Bonita Springs, are engaged
Miss Sylvester, Mr. Peterson to exchange vows
BOARDMAN Joseph Jr. and Kathy Sylvester of Boardman announce the engagement of their daughter,
Library features Scrabble tournament
Library features Scrabble tournament SALEM Salem Public Library will host a Scrabble tournament
Society presents Cattle Baron’s Ball
American Cancer Society presents the Cattle Baron's Ball March 23 at Antone's Banquet Centre
Downtown streets to close for St. Paddy's party
West Federal Street between Hazel and Phelps streets will be closed to traffic from 5 p.m. next Saturday until 4 a.m. March 18 to accommodate the St. Patrick’s Day party sponsored by the Hope Foundation of Mahoning Valley and O’Donold’s downtown.
'Celebration of Scouting' breakfast Tuesday at Mr. Anthony's
The eighth annual “Celebration of Scouting” breakfast, marking Scouting’s 103rd-year anniversary, will be from 7:15 to 9 a.m. Tuesday at Mr. Anthony’s Banquet Center, 7440 South Ave.
Afghanistan suicide attack mars Defense Secy. Hagel's visit
Afghan officials say there was an explosion outside the Afghan defense ministry causing multiple casualties, as U.S. defense secretary Chuck Hagel visits the country.
Youngstown Christian boys win Struthers district
Youngstown Christian wins first district title since 2008-09
US Sen. Brown makes first NAMII tour.
The senator is making a push for more manufacturing institutes nationwide.
Wright State ousts YSU from Horizon tournament
Kendrick Perry returns from a knee njury, but YSU falls.
Bank and leasing company sue D&L’s Lupo for $214K
Dollar Bank and Dollar Leasing Corp., both of Cleveland, sue Ben Lupo for full payment of a loan and money owed in three lease agreements.
McDonald’s comeback falls just short
Matt Knight scored 25 points with eight rebounds for Windham, which led 74-59 with five minutes left.
Jobless rate for Ohio ticks up to 7%
Staff and wire report columbus Ohio’s unemployment rate rose slightly to 7 percent in January,
Youngstown school kids get free dental work
A total of $163,000 worth of dental work has been dispensed since 2005.
Canfield girls fall in regional final
Canfield (26-2) controlled the tempo early with a patient half-court offense.
Streaking Phantoms set to hit the road
The Phantoms have won five straight games, all at the Covelli Centre.
Eastern Gateway sees high enrollment
Most of the students are seeking associate degrees to hit the job market
High School basketball Today’s tournament games
DIVISION II BOYS DISTRICT FINAL Cardinal Mooney vs. Salem When: 6 p.m. Where: Boardman High
Campbell, New Castle teens arrested for string of ATM robberies
The pair are believed to have committed crimes in several jurisdictions.
Seattle man charged with 20-year Ohio pension fraud
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A Washington state man has been arrested for accepting
Hearing next week in gun case agaubst MCCTC student
The student told the judge he understands the charge against him
Valley artist in hospice draws on life full of passions
Willie Lane, 75, gathers with friends and family at Austin Woods Nursing Home, Austintown, to celebrate his lifelong passion of sketches and painting.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Bryan J. Sinkus, 31, of 403 Tudor Lane, Boardman, and
Curiosity helps faith grow
Lively Christian lyrics, joyously ringing bells and an exuberant display of faith — it was a moving
Rohrman-Mahon plans announced for April wedding
STRUTHERS Robert and Lisa Rohrman of Struthers are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
‘Dallas’ funeral honors Larry Hagman
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK Who killed J.R.? That’s the mystery
Penn State women knock out Buckeyes
Associated Press HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILL. Alex Bentley scored 20 points, Maggie Lucas added 18, and
Woods’ run of birdies continues into second round
Woods has made 17 birdies in two rounds, his most ever on the PGA Tour.
METRO DIGEST || Austintown man killed in crash
Austintown man dies in single-car accident on Belmont Ave. in Vienna VIENNA Dale C. Johnstone,
Aiming for gun control
Associated Press DENVER Standing firm on new firearm restrictions, Colorado Democrats were
WORLD DIGEST || Explosion mars Hagel's first trip to Afghanistan
hHagel makes first trip to Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel, above
Soldier from Ohio dies in Afghanistan
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Department of Defense says an Ohio soldier has died in
Riding with … Dave Blaney
Riding with … Dave Blaney Friday: Qualifying for the Kobalt Tools 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Senate won’t expand access
Opinion: COLUMBUS Two big thumbs up to state Rep. Ron Amstutz and the Republican leaders of the Ohio House
Most Sprint Cup drivers reserve judgment on Gen-6 cars
Most NASCAR drivers are willing to wait and see what the Gen-6 cars can do.
News Shows
News Shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Former Gov. Jeb Bush,
Police still investigating woman's death at lake
Police believe she may have been trying to rescue her dogs
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury this week handed up indictments against these people on these charges:
newsmakers
newsmakers Osbourne confirms seizure, tweets photo LOS ANGELES Kelly Osbourne says she had a
Mercer District Attorney clears officer in shooting of Youngstown man
A Pymatuning Township police officer is cleared in the wounding of Jessi Hudson, 22, of Elliot Lane in Youngstown Feb. 6.
Grizzlies hold off Cavaliers
Kyrie Irving, who missed Cleveland’s morning shootaround with flu-like symptoms, scored a team-high 24 points.
Development of linebackers concerns OSU’s Meyer
Ohio State coach Urban Meyer and his staff are looking for a few good linebackers.
Egypt’s future looking bleak with latest political upheaval
Editorial: Just days after U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry announced in Cairo that the Obama administration
Birthdays
Birthdays Singer-actress Keely Smith is 81. Singer Lloyd Price is 80. Actress Joyce Van Patten is
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, March 9, the 68th day of 2013. There are 297 days left in the year. A reminder:
Celebrating Scouts
Celebrating Scouts BOARDMAN The eighth annual “Celebration of Scouting” breakfast, marking
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Pre-St. Paddy’s Day Bash, 1 p.m.: More than a dozen bands are
Albers comfortable with trade to Indians
Matt Albers is only 30, but he is working for his fifth organization.
Canfield screening, registration set for kindergartners
Canfield screening, registration set for kindergartners Canfield Registration and screening for
Town seeks to require residents to own guns
Associated Press AUGUSTA, Maine A town of 140 people in western Maine is considering an
Job market accelerates
Associated Press WASHINGTON The American job market isn’t just growing. It’s accelerating.
Jury awards $13.2M to former officer
Associated Press CLEVELAND A federal jury has awarded a former housing-authority police officer
City woman sues elevator company
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A Youngstown woman has sued an elevator maintenance company, alleging
Cardinals set date for start of conclave
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Cardinals have set Tuesday as the start date for the conclave to
Ethnic Heritage Society host folklore stories March 23
The presenter earned a doctorate in curricular and instructional studies at the University of Akron.
FPFC pursuing liquidation
The former holding company of First Place Bank wants to liquidate and dissolve, citing few remaining assets.
Stocks gain for sixth day
Stocks gain for sixth day NEW YORK A burst of hiring in February pushed stocks higher on Wall
Ohio lawmakers oppose audit of JobsOhio books
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s top lawmakers are opposing efforts by the state auditor, a
Lawyer seeks changes to Pittsburgh transit agency
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The top-ranking Republican in the Pennsylvania Senate said Friday he
Fiery funeral for Hugo Chavez
Associated Press CARACAS, Venezuela President Hugo Chavez was lauded as a modern-day
Film to find stories behind tsunami debris
Associated Press JUNEAU, Alaska A ball. A boat. A little girl’s sandal. Filmmakers are working
Penguin tennis splits two matches, now 7-4
Penguin tennis splits two matches, now 7-4 Boardman The Youngstown State women’s tennis team
Juvenile guard indicted in death of 2-year-old
Associated Press CANTON A Northeast Ohio juvenile prison guard has pleaded not guilty to murder
Akron point guard pleads not guilty to drug charges
Abreu has been suspended indefinitely, pending the outcome of the police investigation.
Price tag of Medicaid worries Ohio lawmakers
Associated Press TOLEDO The price tag of the health care program that covers Ohio’s poor and
Phantoms’ Stork delivered to Ohio State
Luke Stork has committed to play college hockey for the Buckeyes.
Submit services for Holy Week, Easter
Submit services for Holy Week, Easter The Vindicator will publish a listing of area services that
Syria offer woefully lacking
Opinion: Biscuits and Band-Aids. Those two words sum up the farcical “new” policy toward Syria that
Bin Laden’s son-in-law pleads not guilty
Associated Press WASHINGTON Sulaiman Abu Ghaith, the charismatic al-Qaida spokesman, fundraiser
Gordy’s finale: ‘Motown’ musical
Associated Press DETROIT For Berry Gordy, conquering Broadway is the next — and by his own
Man arraigned on charges related to shooting and police chase
The man was already out on bond when arrested on the new charges.
BRIDGE
BRIDGE Weekly Quiz Q. Playing a 15-17 range for one no trump, you hold: xA 9 7 uK Q 10 7 6 vA
REFLECTIONS
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com poland If numbers convey success, at least in part,
poland churches
poland churches Lenten reflections Members and guests of Poland churches gather weekly during
Democracy in action
Opinion: Capital Journal, Pierre, S.D.: They made the trek to Pierre a second time last weekend, just as they
2 workshops focus on family history
Staff report Youngstown Do you want to know more about your family history? Where they came
Area schools to compete in robotics event at YSU
Staff report youngstown Student teams representing high schools and middle schools from across
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