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A lesson in national respect from those who know it best
Jackson-Milton Elementary School students watch as members of American Legion Post 737 perform a flag retirement and replacement ceremony in front of the school. Legion ...
Stories published May 24, 2014
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Now in their 90s, 4 Valley World War II vets take you back to D-Day
They are in their 90s now, those once-young men from the Mahoning Valley who landed on Normandy’s beaches in France 70 years ago and who helped change the course of World War II in Europe.
Colbert, Neumeister first to qualify for Greatest Juniors
Billy Colbert, Kaylee Neumeister solve Pine Lakes and are the first to qualify for Greatest Juniors.
TimeBank's Sharefest featured unusual inventions
When it comes to trying to alleviate their pain and itching associated with shingles, Tom Ochsenhirt and Ann Uhlar are on the same wavelength.
OSU scholars program makes college possible for some Valley youths
The Ohio State University Young Scholars Program started in Youngstown 26 years ago, offering scholarships to first-generation students from the city.
Monster Con fest, featuring film auditions, concludes Sunday
Mohnster Con, a new film, memorabilia and pop culture festival organized by Eerie Frequency Entertainment (EFE), a local independent film company, winds up from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today at Best Western Meander Inn, 870 Canfield-Niles Road (state Route 46).
D&E Counseling gets preschool grant
The D&E Counseling Center received an $11,000 grant from The James and Coralie Centofanti Charitable Foundation for its Preschool UPSTREAM Plus program.
Activists, academics, journalists ordered to surrender to military in Thailand coup
In a chilling move apparently aimed at neutralizing critics and potential opposition, Thailand's new army junta on Saturday ordered dozens of outspoken activists, academics and journalists to surrender themselves to military authorities.
Hollywood director says shooter in Santa Barbara rampage is his son
A Hollywood director believes his son was the lone gunman who went on a shooting rampage near the University of California, Santa Barbara that killed six people - weeks after the family had called police about disturbing YouTube videos he had posted, his lawyer said Saturday.
3 killed in attack at Jewish Museum in Brussels; terror levels heightened
Three people were killed and one seriously injured in a spree of gunfire at the Jewish Museum in Brussels on Saturday, officials said. Police detained one suspect who was at the scene and are looking for a second.
ReStore's 6th annual thank-you celebration Thursday
On Thursday, Habitat for Humanity's ReStore, 480 Youngstown-Poland Road, is having its sixth annual celebration to thank donors, volunteers, customers and the community with a tent sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. A
Miss Yarasik, Mr. Mingo plan June wedding
CAMPBELL John and Joan Mingo of Campbell are announcing the engagement of their son, John A.
Estock-Thomas engagement is announced
CANFIELD Timothy and Patricia Estock and John and Janice Thomas, all of Canfield, are announcing
Molly McAllen, Scott Koch plan July rites
CANFIELD Dr. Patricia and Edward R. McAllen Jr. of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their
Devon Parks, John Eich plan August rites
GREENFORD Devon Parks of Greenford and John Eich of Naperville, Ill., are engaged, her parents are
Kirila-Malagisi engagement is announced
The mothers of Tiffany Kirila and Chuck Malagisi, both of Columbus, are announcing the couple’s
Annual FIRST robotics competition next Saturday
Delphi Packard and the National Packard Museum will have their third annual FIRST Robotics competition from noon to 4 p.m. next Saturday at the National Packard Museum, 1899 Mahoning Ave. NW.
Poland edges Canfield, 7-6, in softball district final
The Poland softball team defeated rival Canfield, 7-6, in eight innings.
Mahoning elections board offers to help Youngstown with redistricting
Board also plans to cut at least 50 voting precincts by the November election
Allison, Devils win district title
Western Reserve pitcher Nick Allison, bothered recently by soreness in his elbow, hadn’t seen the mound in nearly two weeks.
YSU one win from Horizon League title
The Penguins will play for the Horizon League title at 4 p.m. Saturday.
Financial problems could stop Wells Building project
Demolition of another downtown Youngstown building is almost done
Devils dominate district (again)
A few minutes before the start of Friday’s 1600-meter run, McDonald senior Bobby Johnson crouched down in the stadium infield, bowed his head and prayed.
Fitch boys ride relays to D-I district track title
Fitch swept the relay competitions to secure a district title by 3.5 points over Solon.
For Hubbard alum, college success is a matter of degrees
Alex Evans attributes his drive to achieve more than the average student to his family.
Poland’s Gardner clinches return to Columbus
Gardner (17-1), the defending district champion, will play in the semifinal and final rounds today to determine the seeding of the four qualifiers.
Campbell Memorial students create chalk art to inspire others
The chalk mandala took about three hours to draw on Thursday.
Former state tax department employee in Youngstown indicted
The case relates to the one in which two attorneys were indicted in February, accused of trying to extort money from another convenience store owner
Authorities arrest Campbell man wanted for child sexual assault
Jose Orozco's extradition hearing is scheduled for next week.
Mahoning Dems, Republicans will meet June 7 to elect leaders
County board of elections certified primary results
Warren G. Harding grads reflect on past, share goals
New Warren G. Harding High School graduate Jesse Kilpatrick made a name for himself as news anchor for the school’s broadcast channel and communications program.
A lesson in national respect from those who know it best
Jackson-Milton Elementary School students watch as members of American Legion Post 737 perform a flag retirement and replacement ceremony in front of the school. Legion members Bob Hughes, left, and Danny Garner demonstrated the proper way to fold a flag at Friday’s event.
VFW Post 6488 to pay tribute to Judge Milich on Memorial Day
Widows of fallen comrades will be recognized
O’s take down Tribe’s House
T.J. House gave up five runs and 11 hits in six innings against the Baltimore Orioles.
Workouts fuel Busch’s drive for two
Busch will be the fourth driver to attempt The Double and the first since Robby Gordon in 2004.
Source: Sterling ready to bail
Source: Donald Sterling is turning his ownership stake in the Los Angeles Clippers over to his estranged wife.
SPORTS DIGEST || LaBrae clinches AAC Blue softball title
LaBrae clinches AAC Blue softball title LEAVITTSBURG LaBrae, headed to the Division III regional
holiday What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
Class B baseball
Class B baseball 2014 teams CENE DIVISION Astro Falcons DuraEdge OG Avalanche Robbie Lee
Penguins roll into Horizon League title game
Sixth-seeded YSU (14-36) will play for the league title at 4 p.m. today against an opponent to be determined.
Farmers National ribbon-cutting
Farmers National ribbon-cutting CANFIELD Farmers National Bank had a ribbon-cutting Friday for
Astro Falcons, Creekside back as Class B opens
The league’s 27-game, Big B schedule begins today with five games.
Steubenville schools chief accused of destroying evidence in rape case
Associated Press CLEVELAND The superintendent of the eastern Ohio district where two high-
Police probe graffiti threats
Associated Press EL PASO, Texas El Paso police were investigating two mysterious messages
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Thomas J. Wolfgang, 33, of 390 Watson St.,
Gay couples marry in Pennsylvania
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA The first gay marriages entered the history books at Philadelphia
MEMORIAL DAY | Events schedule
Memorial Day events as submitted to The Vindicator. Unless otherwise noted, all events are on May
Judge says serial rapist to be released
Judge says serial rapist to be released LOS ANGELES The so-called “Pillowcase Rapist” who
Putting a price on church efforts
What the church does often is unannounced and unpretentious; and just as often, unnoticed and
Americans unimpressed with Affordable Care Act, poll says
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama celebrated when sign-ups for his health care
Send information for VBS sessions
Send information for VBS sessions Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public will run on
METRO DIGEST || Mahoning River cleanup today
River cleanup event GIRARD Friends of the Mahoning River will host a cleanup today from 11 a.m.
SW Ohio mayor denies wrongdoing
Associated Press HARVEYSBURG, Ohio A southwest Ohio village mayor charged with sexual
Burns files motion
Burns files motion WARREN Jason Burns, 33, of Aquadale Drive in Boardman, charged with two
canfield Fire district chooses firm to design new station
Staff report CANFIELD The Cardinal Joint Fire District this week settled on an architect to
‘Ugliest’ woman working on film
Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas In December 2013, she inspired millions with her TED Talk. Now
MasterCard, Visa renew their push for chip cards
Associated Press NEW YORK Visa and MasterCard are renewing a push to speed the adoption of
newsmakers
newsmakers Maya Angelou out of baseball event NEW YORK Maya Angelou will not attend the 2014
Sunday news shows
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Paul Rieckhoff, founder and chief
What’s in store?
Associated Press NEW YORK America’s favorite pastime is changing rapidly. When it comes to
Kidnappings in Nigeria focus world attention on terrorists
Editorial: It took the kidnapping of nearly 300 schoolgirls in Nigeria to put Boko Haram on the international
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people this week. They
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Christopher and Victoria Mosko, Mineral Ridge, girl, May 18.
Trumbull Health Board planning to offer Naloxone kits in several months
The Trumbull County Board of Health and Trumbull County Mental Health and Recovery Board are moving forward with a project to provide Naloxone kits to the public.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v National Button Accordion Festival, noon to 10 p.m.: The accordion
Blessing of Animals at St. James church
Blessing of Animals at St. James church BOARDMAN St. James’ Episcopal Church, 7640 Glenwood
Lavish weddings the norm for celebrity Romeos MARRIAGE WOWS
By ELAINE GANLEY Associated Press PARIS As Romeo said: “My bounty is as boundless as the sea
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, May 24, the 144th day of 2014. There are 221 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
What’s it like on Death Row?
Opinion: COLUMBUS A recently released survey of two-thirds of the men living on Ohio’s Death Row confirms
States consider reviving old methods of execution
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. The disarray surrounding lethal injection in the U.S. is
Chaves capturesIndy Lights race
Gabby Chaves lost by inches last year. He won by a couple feet this time around.
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