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Chief Justice appoints panel to consider suspending Sciortino
Chief Justice Maureen O’Connor of the Ohio Supreme Court has appointed a special three-judge commission to consider the suspension of Mahoning County Auditor Michael V. Sciortino, who has been charged with 16 felony counts in the Oakhill Renaissance Place case in Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court.
YSU administrators dispute union claims
Two Youngstown State University administrators disputed, in a memo distributed this week, classified employees and faculty union assertions about the budget, layoffs and administrative structure.
Bike run to honor Teddy, benefit victims of abuse
With the exception of one, the six people gathered Friday afternoon around a table at Papa’s Sports Bar on Poland Avenue hadn’t known Teddy Foltz.
14th Relay for Life underway in Austintown
Cancer survivors are in a unique club. So are those battling the disease.
Old Avalon Golf Course re-opening kicked off today
At a weekday cost of $10 for nine holes of golf and $13 for nine holes with a cart, Enzo Cantalamessa, Warren’s safety-service director, says he thinks the price is right and the time is right for people to re-experience the city-owned Old Avalon Golf Course.
Gunther gets 4 years for attack on ex-girlfriend
A 49-year-old Thornton Avenue man has been sentenced to four years in prison for felonious assault on his former live-in girlfriend.
Judge candidates in Mahoning, Trumbull pump big bucks into campaigns
Susan Maruca raised $104,342 — about half of it from her personal finances and a credit card — to win the Democratic primary for Mahoning County Probate Court judge.
Dem candidate tells Struthers vets Ohio needs to prioritize their needs
State and federal elected officials need to make spending money to help veterans a priority, said state Rep. Connie Pillich, who hosted a veterans roundtable discussion at AMVETS Post 44, 305 Elm St.
Juniors champ Pikunas wins Hudson Junior Invitational
Boardman's Jacinta Pikunas shot even-par for the three-day event at The Country Club of Hudson.
New Buffalo Wild Wings location opens Monday in Hermitage
New Buffalo Wild Wings location opens Monday in Hermitage
Campaign finances: Susan Maruca raised more than $100K in primary
Susan Maruca raised more than $100K in primary
Maurice Clarett involved in Father's Day youth events Saturday
Youth events for Father's Day set Saturday
Youngstown man gets four-year prison term for assault
Youngstown man gets four-year prison term for assault
Legislation freezes renewable energy mandates for 2 years
Legislation freezes renewable energy mandates for 2 years
Bazetta Safety Day event is Saturday at Mosquito Lake State Park
Bazetta Safety Day event is Saturday at Mosquito Lake State Park
Weathersfield Township has Flag Day festival today
Weathersfield Township has Flag Day festival today
Chief justice names 3-judge panel to consider Sciortino suspension
Chief justice names 3-judge panel to consider Sciortino suspension
Shultz-Stewart plans set for July wedding
Ashley Shultz and Joshua Stewart, both of New York City, are engaged, her father is announcing.
Miss Thomsen, Mr. Libeg plan summer rites
Mallory Thomsen and Kevin Libeg, both of Scottsdale, Ariz., are engaged, their parents are
Amanda Wargo, Stephen Horne II are engaged
NEW MIDDLETOWN Amanda Lynn Wargo and Stephen Michael Horne II, both of Poland, are engaged, their
CLUB CALENDAR
CLASSES Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1963 will meet for lunch at noon Wednesday at Chad
All AmeriCon 5 heads to Packard
All AmeriCon 5 heads to Packard WARREN From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 6, All AmeriCon 5 will take
Indians’ draft picks set to debut with Scrappers
The Scrappers open their season tonight at Jamestown.
Lordstown unions to raffle millionth Cruze
Together, the Local 1112 and Local 1714 leaders decided to purchase the red, millionth Cruze and raffle it off to both active and retired members of the unions.
Hammer time: Tayala’s record heave wins title
Matthias Tayala had one more chance and was in third place in the men’s hammer throw Thursday at the NCAA Division I National Track and Field Championships.
Police: Boardman man’s slaying followed night of drugs, porn
By ROBERT CONNELLY rconnelly@vindy.com BOARDMAN Cocaine, pornography and beer preceded the
Williams: Booing Bettman a tradition like no other
It’s hard to imagine that Pens fans will get the chance any time soon of booing Bettman on ice.
Hoyer ’securely ahead’ of Manziel for Browns’ QB job
Johnny Manziel’s No. 2 jersey has double meaning.
Mahoning County library plan calls for fewer, larger branches
A library facilities plan to be developed by the end of 2014 will address “locations, closures and consolidations.”
Former Howland podiatrist sentenced to 14 years in prison for child pornography
Bradley T. Jennings, 37, a Howland podiatrist until April, pleaded guilty Thursday to five child-pornography charges and was sentenced to 14 years in prison
Phantoms hosting camp at Ice Zone
Eleven members of last season’s Youngstown Phantoms team plus an experienced USHL goalie will take part in this weekend’s tryout camp at The Ice Zone.
Open to birdies: Kaymer hires first-round 65 at Pinehurst No. 2
Martin Kaymer had the lowest score in three Opens held at Pinehurst No. 2.
Truck weight limit enforcement launched
The truck weight limit enforcement program is a joint effort of the county sheriff’s and engineer’s offices to prevent road damage.
A struggling neighborhood in Youngstown looks to rebound
A key step includes an improvement project to a house on Lenox Avenue
Come hither and make merry at medieval festival
Christ Episcopal Church in Warren is hosting the event with a madrigal dinner tonight and festival on Saturday.
Coalition is collaborative effort to fight childhood obesity
Akron Children's Mahoning Valley is leading the coalition
Catholic Charities director to join national organization
Brian Corbin has worked for Catholic Charities since 1987.
Vindy reporter joins Hubbard cops training to think fast
Vindicator reporter Jeanne Starmack takes cover behind a car during a police training scenario Thursday in Hubbard. During the training, officers role-play to help them learn to think on their feet. Starmack was confronted with a suicidal man with a gun.
METRO DIGEST || Amish toddler found
Amish toddler found WEST FARMINGTON A 2-year-old Amish boy went missing from his Girdle Road
Boardman Community Briefs
Monday Night Writers meeting Area writers, both published and unpublished, are invited to attend
State edicts irk local Dems
Opinion: It will be interesting to see how many Mahoning County Democratic Party precinct committee members
Neymar provides spark for Brazil
Neymar showed why he is carrying Brazil’s hopes at the World Cup, scoring twice on Thursday.
Spurs school Heat again
Kawhi Leonard had 20 points and 14 rebounds, and the Spurs routed the Heat again, winning 107-86 on Thursday night to open a commanding 3-1 lead in the NBA Finals.
Byce Auction brings expertise to Youngstown Library
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com With shows such as Antique Roadshow, Pawn Stars and
Years Ago
Today is Friday, June 13, the 164th day of 2014. There are 201 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Lawyers: GM seeks bankruptcy shield from suit
Associated Press DETROIT Lawyers for a Georgia family that is trying to reopen a wrongful death
Barra, GM must stay course of candor and accountability
Editorial: As Mary Barra, chief executive officer of General Motors Co., prepares to take the hot seat before
BUSINESS DIGEST || Pledge for stadium
Pledge for stadium CORTLAND Cortland Banks will pledge $20,000 to Boardman Booster Club for the
US pushing local cops to stay mum on cellphone surveillance
The Obama administration has been quietly advising local police not to disclose details about surveillance technology they are using to sweep up basic cellphone data from entire neighborhoods, The Associated Press has learned.
newsmakers
newsmakers New James Frey book includes $500,000 prize NEW YORK As book gimmicks go, this one
Car show planned
Car show planned NORTH LIMA The Beaver Township Ruritans will host its 10th annual Father’s Day
Simon to implement elevate DIGITAL in 30 locations
The elevate digital concierge is now live at Simon’s Arundel Mills in Hanover, Maryland, and Simon is planning to implement this technology in 30 U.S. markets by the end of 2014.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 25.07 .19 Avalon
Protest vote in Europe is roaring
Opinion: WASHINGTON When the dyspeptic poet Charles Baudelaire (1821-1867), who loathed Belgium even more
Janis Jones at jazz series show
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Soulful songstress Janis Jones will perform at 5 p.m. Sunday at the
RUBY DEE, 91 Acclaimed actress, civil-rights activist remembered
By KAREN MATTHEWS and MARK KENNEDY Associated Press NEW YORK Ruby Dee, an acclaimed actor and
Festival returns to Ridge
Staff report MINERAL RIDGE The Weathersfield Township Flag Day Festival started Thursday and
Life In Color tour will come to Covelli
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Life In Color “Unleashed” tour will come to Covelli Centre Aug. 30
Changes show progress on new Tiffany Square
A newly opened Fin, Feather and Fur Outfitters, the relocation of a major hobby store and fast food chain are just some of the changes at Tiffany Square in Boardman
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v St. Nicholas Church Festival, 6 p.m.: A part of Struthers for more
Trumbull Metropolitan Housing Authority announces $8.9 million seniors complex
Trumbull Metropolitan Housing Authority announced plans for an $8.9 million housing complex at 2501 Parkman Road NW for senior citizens 55 and older to be called Parkman Landing.
Ukraine says 3 tanks entered from Russia
Ukraine says 3 tanks entered from Russia KIEV, Ukraine Ukraine’s president rallied support
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Sophia Derobbia and Brady Niemczura, Boardman, girl, June 11.
Safety day today at Mosquito Lake State Park
Attendees will see vehicles and representatives from local police and fire departments, state and federal agencies and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Seth J. Steiner, 31, of 5517 Colgate Ave.,
Priests attacked at Ariz. church; 1 dies
Associated Press PHOENIX A badly injured priest managed to administer last rites to his dying
Around the horn Thursday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Tigers 4, White Sox 0 CHICAGO Max Scherzer tossed a three-hitter in his first
Islamic militants, Sunnis vow to march on Iraqi capital
Associated Press BAGHDAD Islamic militants who seized cities and towns vowed Thursday to march
Elyria man gets life term in sex trafficking case
Associated Press CLEVELAND An Elyria man accused of prostituting four women and helping to keep
Man freed in jury mistake is killed a few hours later
Associated Press FRESNO, Calif. A burglary defendant who won his freedom because of a jury’s
US marshals to auction bitcoins
Associated Press NEW YORK The U.S. Marshals Service says it’s going to auction roughly $18
McCutchen, Volquez power Pirates
Andrew McCutchen had two doubles and two RBIs to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Thursday night.
Lester, Ortiz lead Red Sox over Indians
Another strong showing from Jon Lester and a few timely two-out hits led the Boston Red Sox to a much-needed win.
oddly enough
oddly enough Car detour lets toads cross road without croaking PHILADELPHIA It’s rush hour in
house republicans Calif. rep is front-runner for majority leader
Associated Press WASHINGTON California Republican Kevin McCarthy secured a clear shot to
Cardinal Mooney to host football camp
Cardinal Mooney to host football camp Youngstown The “Camp of Champions” will take place June
birthdays
birthdays Actor Bob McGrath (“Sesame Street”) is 82. Magician Siegfried of Siegfried and Roy is
Website has information on jobs available in oil fields
It also has information on related degree and certificate programs
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown:
CHC students learn about STEM
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com C.H. Campbell Elementary School had its first STEM Week May 5-9, with all grade levels having a day to learn about science, technology, engineering and math.
Steelers make Pouncey NFL’s highest-paid center
The Steelers have signed center Maurkice Pouncey to a five-year extension that will keep the three-time Pro Bowler as the anchor of the offensive line for the rest of the decade.
Students learn the dangers of distracted driving
In an effort to curtail distracted driving by teenagers, Austintown Fitch High School hosted an event called Act out Loud on May 16.
US drone strikes kill 13 suspected insurgents in Pakistan
Associated Press ISLAMABAD Missiles from U.S. drones slammed into militant hideouts overnight in
Free breakfast
Free breakfast Central Christian Church, 218 Meadowbrook Road, Hermitage, Pa., free community
Cortland kicks off marketing and growth strategy
The city and its marketing partner presented a marketing strategy to Cortland-area businesses
mid-summer knights medieval festival | This weekend in Warren
Christ Episcopal Church, 2627 Atlantic St. N.E., Warren, will host the second annual medieval
Ohio Credit Union League awards scholarships
Credit Union executives from the Mahoning Valley Chapter of the Ohio Credit Union League awarded
School pride pays off with Farmers National Bank
It seems every bank today offers designer debit cards and checks. Customers order from a catalog of
Austintown Community Briefs
Martinelli graduates from the University of Mount Union Haley Martinelli of Austintown recently
Hilltoppers read to make their minds dance
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com To cap off Right to Read Week 2014, the students at Hilltop
Hilltop third-graders learn while eating
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com For the third-graders at Hilltop Elementary School, studying
Optimist Club hosts monthly meeting
The Austintown Optimist Club recently had its monthly dinner meeting at the Saxon Club. It was an
Mill Creek MetroParks opens Maple Sugar House
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com After approximately 100 maple trees were planted at Mill
Austintown Sports Briefs
Little Falcons registration The Austintown Little Falcons will be hosting a registration event on
Boardman girls fall short of state meet
The Boardman girls track team qualified five events to the OHSAA regional track and field meet on
Mill Creek MetroParks cuts ribbon on children’s play area
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com Mill Creek MetroParks are in a continuous faze of self-
Poland Seminary High School announces student scholarships
Poland High School has announced the students from the class of 2014 who have received scholarships.
Boardman boys are runners-up in Federal League
Boys track team finish as league runners-up The Boardman Boys track team concluded its time as
Shepherd of the Valley hosts annual art show
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com As it has for several years, Shepherd of the Valley -
Boardman to compete in state championship
The Boardman boys track team will send two runners to the 2014 OHSAA state championship at Jesse
POLICE REPORTS
POLICE REPORTS May 30 Arrest: Authorities responded to a vehicle in a ditch near Southern
Poland Community Briefs
Monday Night Writers meeting Area writers, both published and unpublished, are invited to attend
MCCTC ends year with picnic and McMudder race
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com On May 23, Mahoning County Career and Technical Center
Poland Historical Society takes trip
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com For the most part, the Poland Historical Society hosts its meetings at the Little Red Schoolhouse in Poland. For its meeting on May 20, the organization hosted its meeting at the Struthers Historical Society Museum, located at 50 Terrace Street, and received a tour of the building afterward.
May 30
May 30 Arson: A 2001 Toyota Sequoia vehicle was burned in an apparent arson in the 2800 block of
Camelot hosts Boardman PTA fundraiser
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com When the Boardman Parent Teacher Association was seeking an idea for a fundraiser to raise money for a playground at Market Street Elementary, Camelot Lanes contacted them instead of the other way around.
Craft show and bazaar raises money for Relay for Life
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com To help raise funds for Relay for Life, Poland United
St. Christine School celebrates annual Grandparents Day
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com On May 16, St. Christine School hosted its annual
Cornersburg Dairy Queen hosts cake event
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com In celebration of Mothers Day, the Cornersburg Dairy
Boardman Sports Briefs
Send us your news If you’re a summer sports coach or the parent of an athlete, we need your help.
Canfield Community Briefs
Monday Night Writers meeting Area writers, both published and unpublished, are invited to attend
North Elementary kindergarten class picnic
By TIM CLEVELAND tcleveland@vindy.com On June 3, North Elementary celebrated the end of the
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