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Stories published February 27, 2014

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

Special meeting in Lordstown Friday

Lordstown Board of Public Affairs will have a special meeting at 3 p.m. Friday at the administration building, 1455 Salt Springs Road.


West Branch unions agree to extend contracts

West Branch Classified Education Association and West Branch Education Association have reached agreement with the West Branch Board of Education to extend the teachers’ and classified staff members’ current contracts for another two years.


Health law fix for state-run websites

Health law fix for state-run websites


DeWine: Towns successful in fighting drug abuse involve entire community,

Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine stood before about 125 people at his seventh Drug Abuse Town Hall, seeking input from invited panelists and the public.


Poland Presbyterian preschool set to reopen

Poland Presbyterian Weekday Preschool has served multiple generations of families and will continue to do so.


UPDATE | I-80 eastbound lanes in Mercer County open

I-80 eastbound lanes in Mercer County open


YARS 910th Airlift wing squadron to be decommissioned

YARS 910th airlift wing squadron to be decomissioned


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WFMJ's Eric Wilhelm on Winter 2014

Feb. 27, 2014 | WFMJ's Eric Wilhelm on Winter 2014

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Hagan's name remains on ballot for state central committeeman

Hagan's name remains on ballot for state central committeeman


Russian moves raise stakes in Ukraine conflict

Russian moves raise stakes in Ukraine conflict


Ohio bill would require hospice programs to dispose of unused painkillers

Ohio bill would require hospice programs to dispose of unused painkillers


Battle to extinguish Pa. coal fire continues

Battle to extinguish Pa. coal fire continues


Jim Lange, 'The Dating Game' host, dies

Jim Lange, The Dating Game host, dies


UPDATE | I-80 westbound lanes in Mercer County open, 1 eastbound lane remains closed

I-80 westbound lanes in Mercer County now open


Guilty plea in $10M Ohio fraud case

Guilty plea in $10M Ohio fraud case


FDA to print new food labels highlighting calories and sugar

FDA to print new food labels highlighting calories and sugar


DA: Pa. priest abused boy after mom sought his help

DA: Pa. priest abused boy after mom sought his help


3 Ohio cities make RNC convention cut

3 Ohio cities make RNC convention cut


Ohio school shooting victim's father dies on anniversary

Ohio school shooting victim's father dies on anniversary


Multivehicle crashes cause temporary closure of I-80 in Mercer County

Multivehicle crashes cause temporary closure of I-80 in Mercer County


Decision expected soon on $81.5 million VAM facility

Decision expected soon on $81.5 million VAM facility YOUNGSTOWN A decision by a


BREAKING NEWS | Deal nearly done on horse stalls at Austintown racino

BREAKING NEWS | Deal nearly done on horse stalls at Austintown racino


Lowellville police probe melee at the Mount Carmel Society bar

Lowellville police probe melee at the Mount Carmel Society bar Staff report LOWELLVILLE


Mahoning County commissioners make appointments

Mahoning County commissioners make appointments YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County commissioners


Melnick Hall plan for YSU telecommunications and journalism hub shelved

Melnick Hall plan for YSU telecommunications and journalism hub shelved but WYSU will move


Lowellville special council meeting at 6 tonight

Lowellville special council meeting at 6 tonight LOWELLVILLE Mayor James Iudiciani has called a


Pardi will get things started at Dusty Armadillo

Pardi will get things started at Dusty Armadillo


Detroit man enters pleas in Warren killing

Detroit man enters pleas in Warren killing WARREN Dale Hatch, 27, one of two Detroit men charged


Unity Centre plans possibilities classes

Unity Centre plans possibilities classes LIBERTY The Unity Centre for Spiritual Living, 1226


Boardman man charged with home repair project not done

Boardman police booked a man accused of theft by deception from an incident that occurred in 2012.


Party will welcome those who relish Hot Dog Day

A March event will help kick off Harry Stevens Hot Dog Day in Niles.


OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS

Tom and Sarah (Pfau) Guilbride of Brooklyn, N.Y., are announcing the arrival of their first child, a


Youngstown Rotary celebrates 99 years

Paul Harris Fellowships went to members and community members for their service to Rotary.

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Second Harvest kicks off annual campaign to feed the hungry

The campaign gets underway Sunday and runs through April

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YSU hires search firm to find new president

The trustees’ chairman characterized the panel’s relationship with the outgoing president as cordial but said the board isn’t happy


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Struthers finishes off pesky West Branch

As much as Struthers High tried to put West Branch away on Tuesday night, the Warriors — leaning on the ropes — punched back.

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Howland’s Whisler took 4th last season and wants more

When Howland junior David-Brian Whisler takes to the mat this weekend, he’ll be carrying some added weight on his 152-pound frame.

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Youngstown solicits feedback from West Side residents

The Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corp. and the city of Youngstown solicited input from West Side residents at the first of what’s intended to be a series of meetings.

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Mooney makes most of home date

When Cardinal Mooney senior Marcus Penza first heard of the new playoff format for high school basketball he was instantly excited.

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YSU women have goals beyond beating Green Bay

The Penguins host UIC tonight at Beeghly Center.

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Burglar traps elderly Youngstown woman in bedroom for nearly 2 days

Suspect tied doors together so she could not escape


Girard mulls officer’s fate

A predisciplinary hearing for Girard patrolman Larry Neely took place Monday morning.


Cochran resigns as Girard football coach to take school’s AD job

Nick Cochran is a Girard graduate and a former multi-sport athlete for the Indians.


Third time charm as Hubbard beats Niles

Hubbard built an early 15-point lead, then held on to defeat Niles, 63-60.


Defense: Ashland man accused of rape, torture is victim of woman's revenge

The defense lawyer says the woman brought charges against his client so she can get her daughter back


War vets adapt to life in ‘Strange Snow’

The Youngstown Playhouse will shake off its midwinter break with the area premiere of the comedy-drama “Strange Snow.”

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Grammy winner isn’t one to toot his own horn Rollin’ with Rucker

Consistent as heck without people paying too much attention is how country singer Darius Rucker describes his career.

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For Mark Riccadonna, comedy should hit home

Despite the pull to stay near family, creative folk often have to leave to pursue their dreams.


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YSU’s ‘Twelfth Night in 2014’ moves Shakespeare to island

Youngstown State University Theater will present the premiere of “Twelfth Night in 2014,” a contemporary reworking of the Shakespeare comedy written by Matthew Mazuroski.

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Man crushed while dismantling obsolete press at GM

Crushed while dismantling an obsolete press


Mook’s 26 points power Clippers to title game

The Clippers (23-2) will face tonight’s winner of the Lordstown-Western Reserve game.


Hubbard BOE nears decision on new chief

Richard Buchenic, who has been with the school district since 2004, will retire effective July 1.


Greenville, Pa., man killed in 2-car crash

Staff report MERCER, PA. William Zuschlag, 22, of Greenville was killed in a two-car crash at


Newton Falls High School evacuated after bomb messages found

Newton Falls High School evacuated after bomb messages found


Liberty man jailed, charged with OVI in ramming of house

Van was hung up on porch awning when police arrived


Trumbull Dems support Fredericka, Fuda, O’Brien and O’Brien in primary

Trumbull County Democrats support Fredericka, Fuda, O’Brien and O’Brien in primary


Electricity theft murder trial begins

Victim had just had job interview


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YPD officers go hairy on the job

Proceeds to fund Hartzell scholarship fund

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Struthers' Plaza Bakery celebrates 40 years

Plaza Bakery, located at 620 Youngstown Poland Road, is open Tuesday through Sunday from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.


7th District court hears appeal in Adkins murder case

Witness testimony is questioned for both appellants


Federal indictment also includes Boardman man

The three Mahoning Valley men have been charged under the federal Hobbs Act.

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Prep basketBall | More tournament results

BOYS Division I Medina 89, Boardman 37 MEDINA Craig Randall scored 18 points to lead Medina


Feds file suit against ITT

Associated Press WASHINGTON The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau filed suit Wednesday


Take a weekend to see that syrup come into being

By Dave & Nancy Hively Misty Maple Sugar House What is maple syrup and where did it come from?


Reds top Tribe in Cactus opener

Bryan Price won in his managerial debut as the Cincinnati Reds beat the Cleveland Indians, 8-3, on Wednesday.


Simply Vegetarian

Simply Vegetarian When: Friday, 6-8 p.m. What: Liberty Merrill, senior program coordinator at


division II wrestlers to watch

Korey Frost, CANFIELD The district tournament winner in the 120-pound weight class is making his


oddly enough

oddly enough Huge Marilyn Monroe statue to leave Calif. for NJ exhibit PALM SPRINGS, Calif. A


Stink bugs love cracks, lighting

Q. This year I have been overrun by stink bugs in my house. I was told that all I could do was


Ohio Senate signs off on 3-day period for no sales tax

The sales tax holiday would begin on the first Friday of August and would cover school supplies, computers and supplies.


Pull politics out of districts

Opinion: Commercial-News, Danville, Ill.: Anyone who looks at a map of districts within the Illinois House of


Obama seeking $302B for roads and railways

Associated Press ST. PAUL, Minn. President Barack Obama said Wednesday he will ask Congress for


Opera singers at luncheon event

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Stambaugh Auditorium will host another Sundays at Stambaugh event at


US slips deeper, deeper into fascist form of government

Opinion: US slips deeper, deeper into fascist form of government How can the U.S. be consid- ered a


“Countdown to the Oscars” (8 p.m., ABC): Jonah Hill and Lupita Nyong’o are

“Countdown to the Oscars” (8 p.m., ABC): Jonah Hill and Lupita Nyong’o are interviewed in this


newsmakers

newsmakers Justin Bieber jail video shows unsteady walk MIAMI Justin Bieber walks unsteadily


birthdays

birthdays Actress Joanne Woodward is 84. Actress Barbara Babcock is 77. Actor Howard Hesseman is


Man convicted in 1996 Ponderosa hostage situation charged with drug offense

Man convicted in 1996 Ponderosa hostage situation charged with drug offense


Selected local stocks

Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.70 —.04 Avalon


NSA surveillance cited in challenge

NSA surveillance cited in challenge WASHINGTON A Brooklyn man in prison for terrorism may have a


Births

Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Lucas and Julia Valentine, Youngstown, boy, Feb. 25. Mejdi


Ohio justices hear fracking regulation arguments

Should the ODNR be the sole authority of who can drill and where in Ohio communities?


Chesapeake to increase Utica production

Chesapeake Energy Corp. expects to produce 700 million cubic feet of natural gas and natural gas liquids per day in Ohio’s Utica Shale by the end of the year.


Vindy collects 31 nominations for Ohio APME contest

The newspaper had multiple finalists in some categories


Snack makers give lessons to dietitians

Associated Press HOUSTON Snack and soda makers that often are blamed for fueling the nation’s


CD RATES

CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.


Dana School of Music bands present concert

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN “Pageant,” a concert by the University and Concert bands at Youngstown


Target faces bigger challenges than TJX after huge data breach

Associated Press NEW YORK History doesn’t always repeat itself. The hit to TJX Cos. was


Smart Choice food orders begin Saturday

A Niles church is accepting the orders for the food, which can be picked up March 29


gay-rights issues Ariz. governor vetoes contentious bill

Associated Press PHOENIX Gov. Jan Brewer on Wednesday vetoed a Republican bill that set off a


Professor defends households led by same-sex couples

Associated Press DETROIT A sociologist testifying Wednesday at Michigan’s gay-marriage trial


Years Ago

Today is Thursday, Feb. 27, the 58th day of 2014. There are 307 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED


AUDITIONS

AUDITIONS ACTORS “Lady Windemere’s Fan,SDRq by Oscar Wilde, directed by Tom Copeland, Victorian


BUSINESS DIGEST || Spots Clips grand opening

Grand opening BOARDMAN Sport Clips Haircuts will celebrate its grand opening of its first


POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN

POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND


Dingell lashes out at his ‘love’

Opinion: WASHINGTON In his more than 58 years in Congress, John Dingell has never been known to mince


Ohio GOP lawmakers at odds over calamity days

The Senate moved an amended bill Wednesday allowing four additional snow days but only after schools have used makeup days outlined in required contingency plans


Michigan parole officials say Taemarr Walker’s father was ‘involved’ in Rollison killing

Thomas L. Walker, whose son, Taemarr, was killed in a confrontation with a Warren police officer Oct. 19, is locked up in Michigan jail


METRO DIGEST || TOMS lecture canceled at YSU

TOMS lecture canceled youngstown A lecture by Blake Mycoskie, founder of TOMS shoes, set for


Kasich’s education initiative tailor-made for Youngstown

Editorial: In his State of the State address Monday, Gov. John Kasich unveiled an initiative called Community


NIGHTLIFE

Barrel Run Crossing Winery and Vineyard, 3272 Industry Road, Rootstown; 330-325-1075 Sat: Steven


WTG

Today Comedy Comedy showcase, 9 p.m., Martini Bros. Burger Bar at the Knox Bldg., 110 W. Federal


Canfield girls district final tickets on sale

Canfield girls district final tickets on sale CANFIELD Tickets for Friday’s girls basketball


Don’t be too eager to prune

Don’t be too eager to prune This winter weather has been quite harsh and may have affected some


Salem youth troupe to present ‘Island’ musical

Staff report SALEM Salem Community Theatre’s youth troupe will present the musical “Once On This


Couple stumbles upon $10M in rare, old coins on property

Associated Press LOS ANGELES A Northern California couple out walking their dog on their


First sign of spring

First sign of spring It’s the early bulbs. Most are small and sometimes go unnoticed, but their


DASTOLFO: New radio station will soon appear on the dial in the Valley

In about a month, the Mahoning Valley will get something that it hasn’t seen in quite a while: a new


MAHONING COUNTY COURTS

courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Tedmund R. Mason, 41, of 11914 Youngstown-Pittsburgh


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Forced flowering branches provide fragrance, color Coaxing Spring

We’re all usually a “bit” tired of winter by this time of year.

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METRO DIGEST || Blazo charged with work not done

Work not done BOARDMAN Boardman police booked a man accused of theft by deception from an


Ohio House OKs GOP-backed election law changes

Democrats objected to the changes


NEW THIS WEEK

NEW THIS WEEK Non-Stop (PG-13) During a flight from New York City to London, a U.S. air marshal


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