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Miss Yankush, Mr. DeMaiolo set July wedding
Jim and Laura Yankush of North Lima are announcing the engagement and upcoming wedding of their daughter, Mallory Frances Yankush, also of North Lima, and Nicholas Alexander DeMaiolo of Canfield.
Miss Dombroski, Dr. DeChellis are engaged
SALEM Joann Dombroski and Dr. Walter Dombroski, both of Salem, are announcing the engagement of
Erica Houser, James Hauch set vows in July
BOARDMAN Dr. James and Marie Hauch of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their son, James
Bodine-Wilson rites are planned for July 19
LOWELLVILLE Fritz and Marcia Bodine of Lowellville are announcing the engagement of their
Miss Rodway, Mr. Langenheim to wed in July
LIBERTY Jennifer Melissa Rodway and Joshua Ryan Langenheim, both of Canfield, are engaged, her
Miss Lysowski, Mr. Calcagni are engaged
Kelly M. Lysowski and Anthony T. Calcagni, both of Myrtle Beach, S.C., are engaged, their parents
Relay teams will sponsor sale today
Relay teams will sponsor sale today NEW MIDDLETOWN Relay For Life Teams are sponsoring a garage
Mom gets free pie Sunday at O'Charley's
Covelli Enterprises and O’Charley’s will offer a free slice of pie for all moms for Mother’s Day Sunday . The offer is valid throughout the day with the stores opening early at 10 a.m. for brunch.
Rabies clinic for dogs, cats, ferrets in Beloit
Mahoning County District Board of Health, in conjunction with veterinarian Dr. Lisa Kurtz and the East Park Veterinary Clinic of Columbiana, is offering a rabies-vaccination clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets from 2 to 4 p.m. next Saturday at Beloit Village Fire Department, 17893 Fifth St.
N. Phelps closed today for event
North Phelps Street between Commerce and West Federal streets will be closed from 1 p.m. today to 2 a.m. Sunday for the 2014 “Beard Competition and Gathering,” sponsored by Suzie’s Dogs & Drafts.
Memorial service for Brookfield safety forces May 20
Brookfield Township firefighters, auxiliary members and Brookfield police will gather for a memorial service May 20 at the fire station, 774 state Route 7 NE.
Planning meeting for walk/run May 19
The planning committee for the second annual African American Male Wellness Walk/Run of the Mahoning Valley will meet from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 19 and 29 at the Newport Branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, 3730 Market St.
Manzelmania descends on Cleveland
The Browns’ newest pick struck all the right notes in his introductory press conference.
Struthers middle-schooler, family want to raise awareness of bullying
The "Justice for Caitlin" Facebook page, started in early April, boasts about 750 "likes."
Former YSU football players excited about Tressel presidency
Former Penguins say Jim Tressel is a leader.
Vets’ bonuses total $65 million
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The state has paid nearly $65 million in bonuses to
Port authority still in limbo
Port authority is ‘dysfunctional,’ and projects are stalled, Trumbull County commissioner says.
Gardiner helps Champion end slump by beating Poland
Haylee Gardiner had Friday’s matchup with Poland circled for a while.
Wanted: Former YSU football players
Since it was formed the last decade, the Youngstown State Football Alumni Club has raised more than $250,000 for the program, supplying scholarships, computer equipment and whatever else the team needs.
Austintown district loses assured $31M for new school
Moving forward, funding no longer guaranteed from the state
Warren Relay For Life inspires hope for those affected by cancer
Maria Pelayo of Warren not only endured rainy weather Friday night to support the American Cancer Society Relay For Life, she took a pie to the face — about 10 times.
Third-seeded Virginia ousts YSU to end Penguins’ season
Youngstown State women’s tennis coach Mickael Sopel believes the best season in school history could lead to an even better one.
Questlove readies VH1 music series
Associated Press NEW YORK Questlove, the leader of the Roots, is executive- producing a music
‘Rosemary’s Baby’ shifts horror to Paris
IF YOU WATCH What: “Rosemary’s Baby“ Where: NBC When: Sunday, 9 p.m.; Thursday, 9 p.m.
Urban-adult radio station will go on the air Monday
The Mahoning Valley’s newest radio station will go on the air Monday at 10 a.m.
Lima Senior’s Benjamin signs with Penguins
Benjamin, a 5-foot-6 inch guard, becomes the fifth member of John Barnes’ first recruiting class.
Piccirilli accepts top mental-health board post
He starts the job May 27 at a salaryof $112,000 a year.
Hix lifts YSU with ninth-inning sacrifice fly
The Penguins (11-31, 5-13 Horizon League) have now won five of their last seven home games.
Youngstown cop retires after 35 years on the job
By JOE GORMAN jgorman@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Detective Sgt. Anita Davis retired Friday after
Campus, Valley laud Tressel pick
Youngstown State University trustees’ selection of Jim Tressel as the university’s next president met with approval, excitement and high hopes for the future across campus and the Mahoning Valley.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Damn Yankees,” 8 p.m.: Big Broadway stuff at Salem Community
Gordon’s season up in smoke?
Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon is facing a one-year suspension for violation of the league’s substance abuse policy.
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, May 10, the 130th day of 2014. There are 235 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
UA faculty, student opposition to Tressel likely triggered Scarborough’s selection
By Carol Biliczky Beacon Journal staff writer Jim Tressel’s leap to the presidency at Youngstown
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Brown gets more jail LOS ANGELES Chris Brown was ordered to remain in a Los Angeles
Netflix raises price $1 for new members
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Netflix is raising its Internet video prices by $1 per month for
Death penalty irks inmate
Opinion: COLUMBUS Arthur Tyler was a self-described “stupid kid” and “idiot” on the wrong path back in
Ford recalls 692K vehicles
Associated Press DETROIT Ford is recalling more than 692,000 Escape small SUVs and C-Max gas-
Prep softball results
Prep softball results Ursuline 7, Barberton 6 YOUNGSTOWN Anny Carroll’s four hits included
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.95 —.18 Avalon
Get serious about Asian carp
Opinion: Kenosha (Wis.) News: Sen. Tammy Baldwin, at the Kenosha Chamber of Commerce Legislative Breakfast on
Trumbull Democrats embrace the familiar in primary races
Editorial: Each of the winners of local races in the Democratic primary Tuesday in Trumbull County based his
Watchdog: Oversight of pipeline safety inadequate
Associated Press WASHINGTON The federal agency responsible for making sure states effectively
Youngstown chapter of church ushers to host convention
The event will be Thursday through Saturday in Boardman.
Indians survive dicey ninth against Rays
Mike Aviles hit a three-run homer in the seventh for Cleveland.
Steelers land big DE Tuitt; speedy RB Archer
Associated Press Pittsburgh Pittsburgh Steelers defensive coordinator Dick LeBeau admits he had
Walker’s four RBIs power Pirates
Neil Walker had three hits, including a go-ahead three-run home run in the seventh inning.
49ers select Hyde, trade for Johnson
Carlos Hyde has long admired Frank Gore, and now he wants to compete against the veteran running back for San Francisco’s starting job.
Musical program
Musical program NEW CASTLE, PA. The ninth annual “Come, Christians, Join to Sing — A Musical
Lord of Life Lutheran Church marks 50th year
Celebration planned May 17 and 18 by congregation committed to its faith and involved in community.
Send information for VBS sessions
Send information for VBS sessions Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public will run on
LORD OF LIFE lutheran church
LORD OF LIFE lutheran church 50th anniversary Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 550 N. Broad St.,
Children’s center plans 2 new exhibits
Children’s center plans 2 new exhibits YOUNGSTOWN OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s
City law would allow kindergartners to face charges of bullying
Associated Press CARSON, Calif. Children as young as kindergarten-age could face misdemeanor
Ark. judge strikes down ban on same-sex marriage
Associated Press LITTLE ROCK, Ark. A judge on Friday struck down Arkansas’ ban on same-sex
Putin hails ‘return’ of Crimea; fighting kills 7
Associated Press SEVASTOPOL, Crimea Sailing into this Black Sea port Friday amid a jubilant
Ohio mumps outbreak reaches 339
Associated Press COLUMBUS Public-health officials say a mumps outbreak in central Ohio has
PENNSYLVANIA Green groups question state’s gas-drilling report
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection thinks it is
Kaymer leading Spieth by a stroke
Martin Kaymer and Jordan Spieth are having a blast at The Players Championship — one because he’s playing good golf again, the other because that’s all he’s been doing.
VETERANS HOSPITAL SHOOTING Attorney: Suspect has mental illness
Associated Press DAYTON A man charged in a shooting at a Veterans Affairs hospital suffers from
Noah, Sophia were most-popular baby names for 2013
Associated Press WASHINGTON When it comes to baby names, blending in is out, and standing out is
YSU to receive $125,000 in federal funds
The Appalachian Regional Commission is awarding $125,000 in new federal funds to Youngstown State University’s Virtual Advanced Manufacturing Equipment Network initiative.
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a second-round 80 in
Wet weather delays planting for Ohio farmers
Associated Press COLUMBUS A cold, wet spring has delayed planting for some Ohio farmers, but
British, US experts join Nigeria in search for girls
Associated Press LAGOS, Nigeria The international effort to rescue the 276 schoolgirls being
Harvick sets track record to win pole
Harvick sets track record to win pole KANSAS CITY, Kan. Kevin Harvick set a track record to win
Benghazi probe causes divisions
Benghazi probe causes divisions WASHINGTON Despite Democratic complaints, Republicans jumped
Feds to probe Akron officer’s videos
Associated Press COLUMBUS Federal authorities have agreed to re-examine whether a former Akron
Ohio appeals order on out-of-state gay marriages
Associated Press CINCINNATI Ohio officials on Friday appealed a federal judge’s order to
YSU notebook
YSU notebook Zordich improving: After tearing his ACL in Carolina’s first preseason game last
Mass. high court: Pledge of Allegiance not discriminatory
Associated Press BOSTON The Pledge of Allegiance does not discriminate against atheists and can
School rankled by tree-cutting prank
Associated Press CALEDONIA, Ohio Officials at a central Ohio high school aren’t too happy with
Rangers take Game 5 to avoid elimination
While Pittsburgh coach Dan Bylsma stressed the importance of not letting the Rangers back in the series, the fire he was looking for came from the other bench.
mahoning county Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments against these people on these charges. They will
Scientists still work to ID 9/11 victims
Associated Press NEW YORK Thousands of vacuum-sealed plastic pouches filled with bits of bone
Express Scripts lays off 290 in Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS Express Scripts plans to cut 290 jobs at its Columbus facility as
Mail carriers collect today for food banks
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mail carriers across the country are preparing to
METRO DIGEST || Free pie for moms at O’Charley’s
Free pie for moms at O’Charley’s NILES Covelli Enterprises and O’Charley’s will offer a free
Struthers seniors take over city government for a day
Civic Day paired Struthers High School seniors with city administrators and members of council.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Christopher S. Belfiore, 23, of 29 S. Maryland Ave.,