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YSU spends more on administration, less on instruction than other state universities
Youngstown State University spends a higher percentage of its budget on administration, auxiliaries and building operations and maintenance than most other state universities and less on academic instruction, research and academic support, according to a financial analysis prepared by the faculty union.
4-year delay in Realtor's murder case is maddening, say friends, family
Friends and family of slain real-estate agent Vivian Martin say she was never shy about making her opinions known and would have no shortage of things to say about the nearly four-year delay in trying the two men accused of her murder.
Valley powerhouse Harry Meshel on turning 90
After Harry Meshel earned a master’s degree in 1950 from Columbia University in urban land economics, he was sure he’d get a job as a mortgage banker.
17 valedictorians share their wisdom with fellow Fitch grads today
Seventeen members of Austintown Fitch High School’s 419-member graduating class shared their wisdom with fellow classmates at commencement.
Betras spews venom after contentious party election today
Mahoning County Democratic Party Chairman David Betras took a few moments to savor his re-election victory before turning his attention to those who opposed his candidacy.
Riverfest 2014 offers family fun plus lessons on better lawn care
It’s easy to not consider the short- and long-term impacts of lawn fertilizers that many people apply in the quest for a solid-green yard free of weeds.
California Chrome fails in Triple Crown bid
Tonalist sprinted across the finish line first Saturday at the Belmont Stakes, spoiling California Chrome’s bid to win the first Triple Crown in 36 years.
Columbiana GOP retains Johnson chairman
Columbiana County Republicans re-elected David Johnson to another four-year term as party chairman.
Actor Tracy Morgan remains critical after N.J. crash today
Actor and comedian Tracy Morgan was critically injured today after a tractor-trailer rammed into his chauffeured limousine bus, setting off a chain-reaction crash that left one member of his entourage dead and two others seriously hurt, authorities said.
Young mom who died in Route 30 crash from Massillon
The Ohio State Highway Patrol identified the woman who died in a two-vehicle crash on U.S. Route 30 as Kathlean Kennedy, 25, of Massillon.
Cleveland, Columbus seek to host 2016 Demoncratic National Convention
Cleveland is a finalist to host the 2016 Republican National Convention.
David Betras easily wins re-election as Mahoning Dems chairman
Mark Munroe was re-elected chairman of the Mahoning Republican Party.
Ashley Wolfe | Colby DeCapua
GENEVA-ON-THE-LAKE Ashley L. Wolfe and Colby DeCapua were united in marriage in a ceremony at 5
Jennifer Stefanski | Erich Burchfield
CANFIELD Jennifer Stefanski and Erich Burchfield, both of Los Angeles, exchanged vows Sept. 21,
Gina Muscatello | Richard Thomas
WARREN New Jerusalem Fellowship Church was the setting of the wedding of Gina M. Muscatello and
Michele Bloom | Daniel Sawonik
NORTH LIMA An Oct. 5, 2013, ceremony at Mount Olivet United Church of Christ joined Michele Leigh
Pig Iron Press to have poetry reading
Pig Iron Press to have poetry reading YOUNGSTOWN An open poetry reading will take place at 7:30
McDonald’s Mosley wins discus, shot
Jai’Lyn Mosley dominated in winning both Division III throwing titles.
Public to hear 2 options for Mahoning sales tax at June 26 hearings
Both sales tax options are three quarters of a percent for five years, but one targets the money to public safety.
Animal Welfare League opens new Vienna complex
Friday’s official opening marked the completion of a two year process to raise funds and renovate the former indoor and outdoor baseball complex
On the mend: James says he’ll play in Game 2
If the NBA Finals resumed Friday, there would be no way LeBron James could play.
Collaborative effort brings about 422 master plan
The plan is to improve the corridor as the region’s gateway to jobs
Nelson to fight tonight at MSG
Nelson (21-1-1, 12 KOs), who is coming off elbow surgery, will square off against Cunningham (29-6, 11 KOs) on the undercard of the Sergio Martinez-Miguel Cotto WBC middleweight title fight.
Youngstown Boys, Girls Club members learn to dream big
The Boys & Girls Club of Youngstown’s inaugural end-of-school-year bash to celebrate academic achievements of its members and give them a glimpse of what their futures could be — even in Ohio.
Tokash set to join Mercyhurst HOF
Tokash also has the Lakers records for career aces (143) and career digs (679). He ranks second in career kills (1,432) and third in solo blocks (88).
Arms museum offers Hands-On History
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Children of all ages can learn what life was
NEOMED scientists target medical research
The six scientists have all joined NEOMED within the last three years
YWCA art show will open
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The YWCA of Youngstown’s 32nd annual art exhibition “Women Artists: A
Catholic and Lutheran bishops discuss pope’s document
The Joy of the Gospel was the focus of a gathering at the Ursuline Motherhouse auditorium.
Ohio sets up new regs for JEDZ
House Bill 289 focused on JEDZs, which were created nearly two decades ago as a means of encouraging cooperation among local governments and supporting economic development.
Chaney grads told to dream big, never give up
Forty-three students graduated from Chaney at Friday’s commencement
Small-school attention makes a difference at Jackson-Milton
Erica Hughes could have attended a number of colleges that were offering her scholarships, but she chose the small, Christian Geneva College in Beaver Falls, Pa., because it seems like it may be a lot like attending Jackson Milton schools.
Value education, work hard and persevere, player urges Mahoning grads
‘Education will take me further than football will,’ a former YSU football player, who joined the Browns, told Mahoning County High School graduates Friday.
Susan Farkas is a four-year survivor of aggressive form of cancer
Annual HMHP Cancer Survivor's Picnic was Thursday
East grads chart new course
East High School graduated 206 students Friday at Stambaugh Auditorium on Youngstown's North Side, including one whose family spanned six generations.
Nadal, Djokovic to meet in French Open final
This is what Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic wanted. It’s what they expected.
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, June 7, the 158th day of 2014. There are 207 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
vacation bible school | Sessions in the Valley
Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public will run on the Religion page. Please include the
METRO DIGEST || Event to address forced circumcision
Education event about circumcision SHARON, PA. Members of Intact Ohio plan to gather on the
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Keith Sweat, 8 p.m.: R&B singer at The Harv auditorium at
OSU officials OK freezing tuition again
Associated Press COLUMBUS The board of trustees for Ohio State University has decided to freeze
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 25.01 —.13 Avalon
NRA aims straight but misfires
Opinion: Baltimore Sun: It is a comfort, albeit one of small caliber, to learn that there are actions people
Obama made right decision in securing release of POW
Editorial: 2With that clear statement, Gen. Martin Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, addressed
Acting VA chief: Reprisals against whistleblowers are not acceptable
Associated Press SAN ANTONIO Investigators said they are examining allegations that supervisors
newsmakers
newsmakers Melanie Griffith files to divorce Banderas LOS ANGELES Melanie Griffith and Antonio
METRO DIGEST || 2 remain jailed
2 remain jailed BOARRDMAN The two men accused in a shooting during a robbery remain in jail
Hagan, Dems caught in Catch-22
Opinion: COLUMBUS It must not be much fun to be a Democrat in the Ohio Legislature right now. They’re
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Frederick C. DeMartinis, 24, of 669 5th St.,
Celebrate Pentecost this Sunday
The story of Pentecost is found in the book of The Acts of the Apostles. Chapter two relates that
UN rep: Abducted girls face rape threat
UN rep: Abducted girls face rape threat NEW YORK The more than 200 Nigerian schoolgirls who
LIMEX information session planned
Staff report youngstown Diocese of Youngstown Office of Religious Education is hosting an
Kings’ Doughty has blossomed inot MVP candidate
He already has two Olympic gold medals and a Stanley Cup ring
‘Chef’ is delectable
Review “Chef” Grade: B Starring: Jon Favreau, Dustin Hoffman, Oliver Platt, Sofia Vergara,
No formal proposals were made for 20 Federal Place
But the largest tenant of the Youngstown-owned building is “very interested” in the structure
Faith Chapel Fellowship plans worship for special needs children
The ministry will conduct the first service at 6 p.m. June 14.
Family: Stabbing victim released from hospital
Associated Press WAUKESHA, Wis. A 12-year-old Wisconsin girl who police say was repeatedly
birthdays
birthdays Tom Jones is 74. Talk-show host Jenny Jones is 68. Actor Liam Neeson is 62. Singer-
mahoning county | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments against these people on these charges: Jasan D.
Waterline less damaged than first thought
City to look for funding means to replace about 2,600 feet of pipe
Hollywood Gaming schedules job fairs
Hollywood Gaming schedules job fairs AUSTINTOWN The Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race
Agenda Sunday
Agenda Sunday Poland Board of Education, special meeting, 1 p.m., Poland High School Library,
Four Howland youth activities begin Monday
Four Howland Township Summer Youth Sport & Recreation programs will begin Monday.
Pastor anniversary
Pastor anniversary CAMPBELL Shiloh Baptist Church, 238 Bright Ave., will recognize the fourth
GM recalling 89,000 vehicles
Associated Press NEW YORK General Motors is recalling more than 89,000 autos because of air-bag
sunday news shows
sunday news shows Guest lineups Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”:
217,000 jobs added in May
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. employers added 217,000 jobs in May, a substantial gain for a
Russian, Ukrainian leaders talk amid pomp
Associated Press OUISTREHAM, France Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke face-to-face with
Kudos to fathers doing the right thing
Opinion: Fathers should show their children how to be accountable and responsible
S. Korean pipe dumping costing U.S. steelworker jobs
Sen. Brown criticizes Commerce Secretary ruling
World honors D-Day’s fallen
Associated Press COLLEVILLE-SUR-MER, France It was a day of pride, remembrance and honors for
Penguins fire Bylsma, hire Rutherford as GM
Jim Rutherford doesn’t believe the Pittsburgh Penguins need to undergo a massive overhaul to regain their spot among the NHL’s elite.
Hamlin captures pole at Pocono
Denny Hamlin turned a track record-lap of 181.415 mph Friday to win the NASCAR Sprint Cup pole.
Eight-run inning powers Pirates
Russell Martin had three hits, including a three-run double during an eight-run sixth inning.
UNC’s Williams denies McCants’ claims
North Carolina coach Roy Williams and players from the 2005 national championship team deny they were involved with academic wrongdoing.
Princeton contacts Phantoms coach
Princeton contacts Phantoms coach YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Phantoms head coach Anthony Noreen has
June: optimal time for smallies
Smallmouth season is rocking into high gear this week, as the bass are completing their transition
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND