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Struthers geo whiz headed to state
Johnathan Morris, 11, is the first Struthers Middle School semifinalist in recent memory who’s eligible to compete in the Ohio National Geographic Bee in Columbus. ...
Stories published March 30, 2013
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Forum leads Warren teens to consider how their actions become their destiny
The last time this month that temperatures rose to unseasonably high levels, six teenagers drowned in a sport utility vehicle that overturned in a pond just south of downtown.
Fire damages Sharon yoga studio today
Sharon and Farrell fire departments extinguished a fire in the joists under the stage at the Walnut Lodge Yoga and Movement Center at 80 South Irvine Avenue this afternoon.
Allied trash collection to be completed Sunday
Doug Dunn, general manager of Republic Services/Allied Waste, said Saturday his company will work through the day Sunday to get caught up on trash collections delayed by a strike by workers.
Church welcomes community with egg hunt today
Children clutched plastic pails, baskets, tote bags and plastic bags, waiting for their chance to collect the more than 40,000 Easter eggs scattered on the law by the Maag Theatre in Boardman Park.
Discuss concerns about fracturing at Warren conference
Scientists, doctors, attorneys, researchers, environmental advocates and policy experts will assemble in Warren Friday and Saturday at the Wean Foundation meeting room, 147 West Market Street, for a hydraulic fracturing conference.
Syracuse on to Final Four, beats Marquette 55-39
Syracuse on to Final Four, beats Marquette 55-39 WASHINGTON (AP) — Using its trapping, shot-
Kokrak trails by one shot at Houston Open
Kokrak trails by one shot at Houston Open HUMBLE, Texas (AP) — Warren’s Jason Kokrak is one shot
Animal Kingdom wins $10 million Dubai World Cup
Animal Kingdom wins $10 million Dubai World Cup DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Animal Kingdom
Pens’ Crosby hit in mouth by puck
Pens’ Crosby hit in mouth by puck PITTSBURGH (AP) — Penguins captain Sidney Crosby was hit in the
Penguins win 15th straight
Penguins win 15th straight PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins overcame a bloody injury to
Parents announce Novotny-Elias wedding plans
Michelle Novotny of Youngstown and Benjamin Elias of Struthers are engaged.
Allison Ginnetti, Anthony Rosati set June wedding
STRUTHERS Arthur and Arlene Ginnetti of Struthers are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Corinne Saffell, Daniel Simon to wed in Italy
girard Ron and Michele Saffell of Girard are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Corinne
April date set by Emily Sheller, Glenn Roach
April 20 has been chosen for the wedding of Emily Sheller and Glenn Roach, both of Las Vegas, Nev.
Junior League to host candidates soiree
Junior League to host candidates soiree BOARDMAN The Junior League of Youngstown is hosting its
Volunteers needed for Firestone Park cleanup
Volunteers are needed for Comcast Care Day from 9 a.m. to noon April 27. Comcast employees will spend the day working side by side with volunteers, whether they are families, friends or community partners, to help clean up and beautify Harvey S. Firestone Recreational Park and the Columbiana cemetery.
Mill Creek roads to open April 8
Effective April 8, these roads in Mill Creek MetroParks will reopen to vehicular traffic, park officials said.
Cash available for downtown events
The city’s event-grant program is offering financial support to qualified applicants interested in hosting downtown events.
Funeral fund for teens drew $53K-plus, $5K to remain in fund
The total of donations received as of Friday for funeral expenses associated with the deaths of six teenagers in a March 10 traffic accident is $53,430.
Residents' input sought on road improvements
The Eastgate Regional Council of Governments seeks residents’ input for a public review of the draft of the fiscal year 2014-17 Transportation Improvement Program for Mahoning and Trumbull counties.
RoughRiders snap Phantoms’ home winning streak
With the game tied at 2, Mark Auk beat Phantoms goaltender Sean Romeo to put Cedar Rapids ahead for keeps.
Two companies sue D&L Energy for services connected to dumping
Patriot Water Treatment of Warren, which had an argument with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources over whether it could accept drilling waste from D&L Energy, now has an argument with D&L over payment.
Tight end Nate Adams poised to become key contributor for YSU
His name is Nate Adams and unless you’re a serious Penguin fan, you probably don’t know him.
Childhood trauma can lead to death, expert says
People with more than three adverse childhood experiences were seven times more likely to report alcohol abuse and 10 times more likely to report using IV drugs.
Kokrak one shot off lead in Houston Open
Kokrak, who opened with a 66 on Thursday, again played well on a Redstone Golf Club layout he said suits his game.
Mahoning County hires new HR director
Karen U’Halie, Mahoning County’s new human resources director, has public and private sector and collective bargaining experience.
Ursuline’s Durkin commits to Michigan State
It apparently was love at first sight. Maybe it had to do with the offer being made on Valentine’s Day.
Mahoning Dems seeking candidates for Struthers auditor position
City and Democratic Party officials are seeking candidates for the city’s auditor position as current auditor Tina Morell resigns Monday.
Michigan rallies to beat Kansas in OT
Trey Burke shook off one of his worst starts with the best shot of his life.
Achonwa’s physical style sparks Notre Dame women
In Canada, Natalie Achonwa long has been the precocious one.
Rodriguez hasn’t forgotten her mentors
By Walter Tunis Lexington Herald-Leader LEXINGTON, Ky. After spend- ing half an hour on the
Sunny Spa seeks court order to stay open
Sunny Spa, which received a notice from the Warren Health Department March 21 saying it had violated a city ordinance, has filed suit in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court to stop the city from enforcing a 90-day suspension.
Golfer’s classroom slouch becomes internet sensation
Jason Dufner was sitting in a classroom with children for a charity event when he leaned against a wall and zoned out for a minute.
Keep $1.3 million thief Scott Adair locked up, prosecutor urges
Scott Adair plundered a trucking company “to satisfy his personal greed,” prosecutor says, urging a judge to keep Adair in prison.
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU sweeps Horizon League scholar honors
YSU sweeps Horizon League scholar honors youngstown Youngstown State swept the Horizon League’s
Struthers geo whiz headed to state
Johnathan Morris, 11, is the first Struthers Middle School semifinalist in recent memory who’s eligible to compete in the Ohio National Geographic Bee in Columbus. He had to win the school's geography bee, then score in the top 100 statewide on a qualifying test.
400 attend YMCA Good Friday breakfast
The Rev. Peg Welch, co-pastor of Boardman United Methodist Church, is keynote speaker.
Bad start ends year for Ducks
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS Blame Oregon’s poor start for its disappointing finish. The
MAHONING VALLEY | Easter egg hunts
Listing of area Easter egg hunts and other activities as submitted to The Vindicator: MAHONING
City firefighters douse blazes Thursday, Friday
One of the fires started when a girl used a lighter to look under a bed for a phone.
Chapin: Best may be yet to come for Buckeyes
The Buckeyes already have surpassed expectations with a berth in the Elite Eight of the NCAA tournament.
METRO DIGEST || Road closures start Monday
Road closures Beginning Monday, state Route 165, which runs through Beaver, Goshen and Green
METRO DIGEST || Fund for funerals of 6 teens at $53,430
Fund for funerals of 6 teens at $53,430 WARREN The total of donations received as of Friday for
Christians mark crucifixion
Associated Press JERUSALEM Hundreds of Christians streamed through the cobblestone alleyways of
76ers hand Cavaliers seventh consecutive loss
Evan Turner scored 23 points and the Philadelphia 76ers beat Cleveland.
Pope’s actions disturb some Catholics
Many of the pontiff’s activities offend traditionalists Associated Press VATICAN CITY Pope
Syrian rebels in strategic battle
Associated Press BEIRUT Capitalizing on a recent influx of weapons, Syrian rebels are waging a
NY judge tosses suit over 9/11 steel cross
Associated Press NEW YORK A judge has tossed out a lawsuit that sought to stop the display of a
WORLD DIGEST || Man falls from plane
Man fell from plane CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. Authorities in southeastern Tennessee are searching for a
Ice cream bank owner: Regulators backing off
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The owner of a western Pennsylvania ice cream parlor that also
Grove City professor of religion, Greek invited to do lecture
Staff report Grove city, pa. T. David Gordon, professor of religion and Greek at Grove City
Gunmakers courted by less-restrictive states
Associated Press CONCORD, N.H. Firearms manufacturers upset over newly restrictive gun laws and
Officials in NYC agree to sick-leave policy
Associated Press NEW YORK Hundreds of thousands of workers in New York City are poised to get
Indians fall to red-hot Royals
The Royals finished 25-7-2, the best exhibition record in the majors.
MAHONING COUNTY | This week’s indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments against these people on these charges: Richard
Federal money helps Ohio medical providers
Associated Press CLEVELAND Ohio doctors and other care providers are using millions of dollars
Make-up kindergarten registration planned
Make-up kindergarten registration planned brookfield Make-up kindergarten registration will be
BUSINESS DIGEST || Ryan supports steel-dumping accusation
Accusation filed WARREN U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles, D-13th, said he strongly supports an
NEOMED seniors learn details of residencies
Staff report rootstown On National Match Day earlier this month, senior medicine students at
Diocese to open evangelization office in May
Staff report youngstown For the last five years, the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown has been
Plans for Mill Creek Park will preserve Valley gem for generations to come
Editorial: For 122 years, Mill Creek MetroParks has shined as one of the Mahoning Valley’s most brilliant
Mayor says water supply’s ‘safety and purity’ is ‘of great concern’
MVSD board member says agency is vigilant in monitoring well sites near it
Reality of Iraq applies to Syria
Opinion: The recent 10th anniversary of the United States attack on Iraq has prompted a predictable range of
Westminster presents ‘Velveteen Rabbit’
Staff report New wilmington, pa. The Westminster College Celebrity Series for Kids will present
PHANTOMS NOTEBOOK More from the Covelli Centre
Streak snapped: The Phantoms’ record of eight straight home wins came to an end. Their last defeat
Sunday news shows
Sunday news shows Guest lineup Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” :
Paralyzed jockey Douglas now successful owner
Associated Press DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATEs Rolling his wheelchair up to the Meydan Racecourse,
Air National Guard base in Mansfield to get 200 new jobs
Associated Press MANSFIELD An Air National Guard base that has faced possible closure twice in
Easter services
Easter services New Life Baptist Church, 3414 state Route 208, New Wilmington, Pa.: Easter
Pirates looking to win now
Owner Bob Nutting stressed he needs to see the Pirates take another step forward.
Lawmakers tighten belts
Associated Press WASHINGTON Members of Congress are traveling less and worrying more about
Craft: Ohio State never looked ahead
The Buckeyes’ point guard didn’t realize the highest seeds in the West Regional were dropping like dominoes until earlier this week.
PBS offers Earth Day shows in April
Staff report Kent Western Reserve PBS (WNEO 45.1/WEAO 49.1) will celebrate Earth Day — April 22
A date with the executioner
Opinion: COLUMBUS Steven T. Smith has been sitting on Ohio’s death row for more than a dozen years,
Find hope in the ‘Prince of Peace’
An old hymn goes “For I will cherish the Old Rugged Cross, till my trophies at last I lay down. I
Tyler Perry clumsily returns to form Little tempting in ‘Temptation’
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service The thing that made Tyler Perry rich is much in
COMMUNITY OF BELIEVERS
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com youngstown Words about the sacrifice of Christ at
Despite N. Korea’s threats, no one expects another war
By JEAN H. LEE Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea Across North Korea, soldiers are gearing up
Resurrection story
Resurrection story warren Bethseda Church of the Living God, 2611 Milton St., will present “The
Today’s entertainm ent picks:
Today’s entertainm ent picks: v Jimmy Buffett Night, 7:15 p.m.: Wear your tropical shirt to the
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Daniel J. Lewis, 47, of Canfield, and Melissa M.
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GRADS LIST These students earned bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted: SLIPPERY ROCK
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