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Warren woman shares link with rocker Dave Grohl
Until a several years ago, Lena Pilgrim was like a lot of Warren residents — she really didn’t know anything about Dave Grohl
Stories published April 23, 2014
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Civil rights activist Joan Mulholland, son to present film Thursday, Friday
To her son, Loki Mulholland, and his four siblings, Joan Mulholland was the person who prepared their meals, helped with their homework and meted out discipline, when necessary.
Trumbull corrections officer freed, inmates jailed after hostage standoff tonight
After five hours, three Trumbull County jail inmates gave up their hostage, a corrections officer, and were taken back into custody at about 8:30 tonight. The officer was not injured.
Memorable Meals
April 24, 2014 | Cheryl Lewis and Jack Kravitz on "Memorable Meals"
Wellness programs grow more popular with employers
Wellness programs grow more popular with employers
Ex-Ohio cop freed in killing can stay free for now
Ex-Ohio cop freed in killing can stay free for now
Mercer County Courthouse closing early Friday for evacuation drill
Mercer County Courthouse closing early Friday for evacuation drill
Abbas, rival Hamas give reconciliation another try
Abbas, rival Hamas give reconciliation another try
Pa. eye doctor and daughter charged with pot sales
Pa. eye doctor and daughter charged with pot sales
2 ex-college football players charged with assault
2 ex-college football players charged with assault
Law would require coroners to investigate suspected suicides
Law would require coroners to investigate suspected suicides
US weighs clemency for inmates jailed for 10 years
US weighs clemency for inmates jailed for 10 years
Traffic Incident Management class set next week in Lisbon
Traffic Incident Management class set next week in Lisbon
Unique tastes of the Valley offered Sunday at Tyler History Center
Unique tastes of the Valley offered Sunday at Tyler History Center
Medicaid signups set Thursday at Midlothian Free Clinic
Medicaid signups set Thursday at Midlothian Free Clinic
Jewish Community Center accepting applications for Camp JCC
Jewish Community Center accepting applications for Camp JCC
Shiloh Baptist Church male chorus hosts Sunday musical
Shiloh Baptist Church male chorus hosts Sunday musical
Canfield and township debate water and sewer service
Canfield and township debate water and sewer service
Three Boardman kids found living in deplorable conditions
Three Boardman kids found living in deplorable conditions
Austintown police investigating apartment burglary
Austintown police investigating apartment burglary
Pa. township and firm settle lawsuit over seismic tests
Pa. township and firm settle lawsuit over seismic tests
New Middletown Police host drug take-back day Saturday
New Middletown Police host drug take-back day Saturday
Candidates' night forum Friday in Johnston Township
Candidates' night forum Friday night in Johnston Township
Sherpas leave Everest and some expeditions nix climbs
Sherpas leave Everest and some expeditions nix climbs
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve a
Dinner funds will help defray medical costs
Dinner funds will help defray medical costs YOUNGSTOWN A spaghetti dinner fundraiser will take
Rebecca Foundation will host a cloth diaper competition
The Rebecca Foundation will host a cloth diaper competition Saturday to try to beat the Guinness World Record.
Battling over bankruptcy protections
General Motors Co. and a battalion of trial lawyers are preparing for an epic court fight over whether GM is liable for the sins of its corporate past.
ABC official hopes to help resolve Hubbard horn-honking case with BBQ
An ABC 20/20 producer said the barbecue’s only purpose is just what the invitation says: ‘Peace and Reconciliation.’
Fight to replace Hess looks to stretch into fall
The YSU football team’s QB battle wages on.
Three Valley high schools make U.S. News list
Columbiana, Hubbard and Poland Seminary high schools made the list
YSU men’s golf team set for Horizon League championships
Head coach Tony Joy Jr. is hoping that the 54-hole tournament is the exclamation mark to what has been a steadily improving spring season.
Tressel’s Akron status won’t affect YSU search
The plan is to interview six candidates via Skype
Mistake to Moustakas costly as Indians fall
Mike Moustakas hit a three-run homer to lead the Kansas City Royals.
Rezoning approved in Canfield for proposed nursing home
Mahoning County Planning Commission has approved rezoning for a proposed 72-bed Canfield nursing home.
Youngstown seeks military’s help with demolition of houses
A decision on the proposal would come this summer
Cavs’ GM: ‘We’re all under review’
Composed and confident for someone with such a hazy future, David Griffin is going about his job as if he’ll have it forever — or at least for the next few years.
SPORTS DIGEST || Hess, Wolford to take aim at large target
Hess, Wolford to take aim at large target YOUNGSTOWN Former Youngstown State quarterback Kurt
Howland security company owner faces 11 more charges
Gregory A. Oakes, 51, owner of three Howland-based security companies, is facing additional criminal charges
Rust Belt Theater Annual Repurposed Art Sale this Sunday
IF YOU GO What: Rust Belt Theater Company’s annual Repurposed Art Sale Where: Calvin Center is
New Music Festival will include several premieres
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A variety of contemporary music — ranging from solo piano, instrumental
Ohio rapper is poised for bigger things Lull-before-the Stalley storm
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com On the campaign trail building up his fan base is how
Mahoning board expected to vote on terms of director contract
Duane Piccirilli, head of Help Hotline, has been offered $112,000
Lecture set April 30 on blacks in Civil War medicine
The presentation will be at the Tyler History Center in downtown Youngstown
Group begins petition drive to overturn Ohio gay-marriage ban
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A group that hopes to overturn Ohio’s ban on gay
Canfield Trustees move forward with ABC
ABC to approach potential customers in the southern parts of the township.
Freshman U.S. Rep. David Joyce faces a state rep in the GOP primary
The 14th District includes 11 northern townships in Trumbull County
Warren woman shares link with rocker Dave Grohl
Until a several years ago, Lena Pilgrim was like a lot of Warren residents — she really didn’t know anything about Dave Grohl
UK freshman Randle enters NBA draft
Projected as a lottery pick from the outset, Randle solidified his draft stock by leading Kentucky (29-11) to the NCAA final.
Spurs’ Popovich NBA’s top coach
Gregg Popovich led the Spurs to a league-best 62-20 record, which gives them home-court advantage throughout the playoffs.
Wild series so far for Penguins, Blue Jackets
The Penguins carry a 2-1 lead in a topsy-turvy first-round, best-of-seven elimination in which a team has led by a score of 3-1 in each game — and still lost.
Ferrante’s vines spread fine wines
A Geneva, Ohio, winery takes the challenge and wins.
Redskins owner: Critics need to fix ‘real-life issues’
Dan Snyder has insisted he will not change the Redskins’ name, calling it a “badge of honor.”
Fresh, fruity ideas to pep up your next party fare
Family Features When planning what to serve at your next party, glean inspiration from the sweet
A new discovery for the Brothers in Food
A new discovery for the Brothers in Food Find out why Mark and Mike’s next Signature Dish feature
Tips to help you plan the perfect party
Family Features Planning the perfect party can seem overwhelming, but a few simple touches can
Let your dessert table bloom
Family Features Let springtime blossoms bloom on your dessert plate. Cupcakes make a great and
Burger Guyz are still searching
Burger Guyz are still searching The Burger Guyz’ never-ending search for the Valley’s best burgers
METRO DIGEST || World Book Night
The Mahoning Valley Hope Center and Books-A-Million have teamed up to host World Book Night at 6 tonight at The Mahoning Valley Hope Center, 3217 Surrey Road, one block south of St. Joseph Hospital.
best high schools
best high schools U.S. News & World Report released its list Tuesday of the country’s best high
Obama surveys scene after Wash. mudslide
Associated Press OSO, WASH. Swooping over a landscape of unspeakable sadness and death,
Football coach pleads no contest in rape
Football coach pleads no contest in rape STEUBENVILLE, OHIO A volunteer football coach whose
Gasoline prices rise
Gasoline prices rise YOUNGSTOWN The price of gasoline in Northeast Ohio rose almost 2 cents this
Early prison release denied for ex-lawmaker
Associated Press COLUMBUS A judge has denied a former Ohio lawmaker’s request for early release
In Internet TV case, justices show skepticism about effect
Associated Press WASHINGTON Grappling with fast-changing technology, Supreme Court justices
Court critical of Ohio law punishing campaign lies
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court appears to be highly skeptical of laws that try to
Backers and opponents of Mich. ban react to ruling
Associated Press DETROIT The U.S. Supreme Court decision Tuesday upholding the state’s ban on
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Scandal’ season-ender a TV-ratings winner NEW YORK ABC’s “Scandal” is ending its
Teacher meets goal
Teacher meets goal MECCA David Deeters, a teacher and coach in the Maplewood School District,
19-year old sentenced to 13 years in prison for violent burglary
19-year old sentenced to 13 years in prison for violent burglary
S. Korea ferry toll rises to 135
Associated Press JINDO, SOUTH KOREA The confirmed death toll from the South Korean ferry
‘Piles of bodies’ after S. Sudan slaughter
Associated Press NAIROBI, KENYA The townsfolk believed the mosque was safe. They crammed inside
Warren Law Department asks for special prosecutor in Howland vehicular-homicide case
Warren Law Department asks for special prosecutor in Howland vehicular-homicide case
If voters repeal sales tax, look for county officials to punish us
Opinion: If voters repeal sales tax, look for county officials to punish us On Sunday, April 6, The Vindi-
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Youngstown City Council safety committee, 5 p.m., caucus room, sixth floor, city
Trumbull youth summer employment program to employ 325
Trumbull youth summer employment program to employ 325
Feds investigating brakes on Chevrolet Impalas
Associated Press DETROIT Federal regulators are investigating the 2014 Chevrolet Impala after a
Don’t let Walker off the hook
Opinion: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Gov. Scott Walker was testing an idea last week — that the state may
Will Putin ignore West on Ukraine?
By LYNN BERRY Associated Press MOSCOW Since he took over Crimea, President Vladimir Putin has
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Meredith Konya and Michael Macewn, Canfield, girl, April 21.
Lowellville police chief emphasizes continued training for officers
Since the chief's takeover in September, officers have attended almost 30 training sessions — with a dozen more scheduled for this year.
The following popular television series will release DVDs of episodes in coming months:
The following popular television series will release DVDs of episodes in coming months: v May 6:
‘Wicked’ composer fights sheet-music piracy
By JOHN CARUCCI Associated Press NEW YORK An assortment of established and up-and-coming
Youngstown voters must not jump on anti-fracking wagon
Editorial: Nothing has changed on the legal front from last year when proponents of the anti-fracking amendment
Economists cast doubt on unemployment figures
March marked the first time the Valley’s unemployment rate slipped below 7 percent since 2008, but economists cautioned against taking the figure at face value.
Youngstown looks to sell a downtown office building for $2 million
The city also plans to commit up to $40,000 to get daily service at the regional airport
Man, woman, face charges after South Side shooting
Search warrant served after shooting observed by police