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Home of suspect accused of raping fire victim searched tonight
State agents night searched the Goshen Township home Thursday night of the man accused of raping the girl killed in Monday’s fire on Powers Way on the city’s South Side.
Mahoning leaders vent to justify worker bonuses revealed in Thursday Vindy
A Mahoning County commissioner defended bonuses the county bestowed recently upon some of its higher-paid employees.
Benchea convicted of raping stepgranddaughter, expected to get life
When he is sentenced April 28, Rick Benchea is expected to learn he will never spend another day as a free man.
State to upgrade 14 traffic lights on Midlothian
The state will award a contract later this month, for an estimated $1.7 million, to either replace or upgrade 14 traffic signals on South Avenue between Midlothian Boulevard just south of Interstate 680, and on Midlothian between South and Southern Boulevard.
Teen suspect in beating death has long history of crime
Jacob O. Larosa, 15, has more than just a reputation for stealing and causing trouble.
Security stepped up today at Boardman schools after Twitter threat
Township police and school-district officials hope that the extra security measures at Boardman High School used Thursday will not be needed when students return from spring break.
Hilltop Elementary kids enjoy 'Fun inthe Sun' today
Students of Hilltop Elementary ran and danced inside the school’s gym as they celebrated the approaching spring break.
Fourth suspect arrested today in robbery of man in Campbell
Fourth suspect arrested today in robbery of man in Campbell
Report: Islam fastest-growing major faith in coming decades
Report: Islam fastest-growing major faith in coming decades
Access Health Mahoning Valley hosts two health care enrollment events
Access Health Mahoning Valley hosts two health care enrollment events
Alcoa CEO tells RTI Niles employees 'get ready for more business'
Alcoa CEO tells RTI Niles employees 'get ready for more business'
World powers, Iran reach framework for nuke deal by June 30
World powers, Iran reach framework for nuke deal by June 30
$1.7M traffic-signal upgrade coming to Youngstown's South Side
$1.7M traffic-signal upgrade coming to Youngstown's South Side
Dunkin' Donuts has fundraiser this month for Harvest for Hunger campaign
Dunkin' Donuts has fundraiser this month for Harvest for Hunger campaign
Poll: Ohio voters like Kasich as presidential contender
Poll: Ohio voters like Kasich as presidential contender
Proposals sought for food, beverage operation at Mill Creek golf course
Proposals sought for food, beverage operation at Mill Creek golf course
Vallourec names new head of North America operations
Valllourec names new head of North America operations
911 recording reveals horror of Niles murder scene
911 recording reveals horror of Niles murder scene
Vice officers find drugs and drug paraphernalia at South Side home, woman arrested
Vice officers find drugs and drug paraphernalia at South Side home, woman arrested
Coitsville Township trustees have special meeting Friday
Coitsville Township trustees have special meeting Friday
Twitter threats investigated at Boardman High School
Twitter threats investigated at Boardman High School
City police probe man's shooting on the North Side
City police probe man's shooting on the North Side
Congrats Warren harding
It's CHAMPIONSHIP WEEK for The Vindicator’s High School Music Video Challenge presented by Covelli Centre / Packard Music Hall.
Canfield duo named Al Beach Classic MVPs
Mike Yourstowsky and Rachel Tinkey led Mahoning County to a sweep.
Allegiant temporarily halt pilots’ strike
Allegiant took legal action on Wednesday to temporarily halt a pilots' strike.
Niles teen charged with aggravated murder, may be tried as adult
Dennis Watkins announced his office will seek to have Jacob Larosa, 15, tried as an adult in the beating death of Marie R. Belcastro, 94
Late-inning drama as YSU, Oakland split DH
Youngstown State and Oakland entered Wednesday’s doubleheader separated by just one game in the Horizon League standings.
Canfield’s Russo EHL Coach of Year
Rocky Russo’s Little Flyers went 37-3-2-2 to win the South Division of the EHL.
Officials: Finding cause of fatal fire could take a while
Fire Chief John O’Neill, investigator Capt. Alvin Ware and police Capt. Brad Blackburn, chief of detectives, all said they are waiting for tests to be performed on evidence taken from the 3631 Powers Way home where William and Judith Schmidt and their granddaughter, Corinne Gump, died after a fire there about 3:30 a.m.
224/11 construction project one lane restriction starts 6 a.m. today
Project pushed forward a day due to rain concern
Canfield church brings Last Supper to life
Presentation will be Maundy Thursday at Western Reserve United Methodist Church.
Coach K adopts to world of ‘one-and-done’
There was a time when Duke’s Mike Krzyzewski led Final Four teams built around players who stayed for years to grow into tournament-tested veterans.
Phantoms’ Connor 13th on prospects list
Phantoms’ Connor 13th on prospects list YOUNGSTOWN The latest ISS Hockey list of the top
Unions, state legislators fight ‘Fast-Track’ legislation
On Wednesday, union members and state legislators discussed the impact of Fast-Track legislation.
Alex Hall's Figurehead unites veterans
A veteran of the Youngstown area music scene, Dave Lynn may have finally found his calling with relatively new group Alex Hall’s Figurehead.
Skull'Rz Bane shows new side with acoustic songs
Skull’Rz Bane will play its 350th show Saturday, a milestone that comes amid a time of musical evolution for the band.
Yannis Pappas goes for the funny bone
Comedian Yannis Pappas will make his Youngstown area debut Friday and Saturday at the Comedy Cellar at Mojo’s in Austintown.
Final Four
Staff report WARREN The inaugural High School Music Video Challenge, sponsored by The Vindicator
Youngstown council again postpones vote on a YNDC contract
A council member accuses two of his colleagues of ‘holding legislation hostage.’
Flyers right at home in win over Penguins
Steve Mason stopped 24 shots for Philadelphia as the Flyers won their seventh straight game in Pittsburgh.
Country singer Ronnie Milsap at Packard
Ronnie Milsap will bring his “Legend in My Time” tour to Packard Music Hall in Warren on Friday for a concert.
Cruze takes 11 percent hit in sales
Cruze hit nearly 24,000 sales in March 2015 compared to 26,521 in March 2014.
Interim provost to be evaluated by YSU senate committee
The executive committee of YSU’s Academic Senate will evaluate Interim Provost Martin Abraham
Alternating Warren ambulance system ‘appears to be working early on,’ Warren fire chief says
The first two weeks of a new system of alternating between two private ambulance companies for Warren calls “appears to be working,” Warren Fire Chief Ken Nussle said.
OEPA reps reflect on Ben Lupo case
By JORDYN GRZELEWSKI jgrzelewski@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The day after a Jan. 31, 2013, call to
Boardman elementary students pay tribute to Hollywood
Final production for music director of last 40 years
Testimony concludes in Warren rape trial
Benchea’s wife testified she didn’t think it was possible her granddaughter was raped in the small home
Kasich signs $7B road budget bill
Governor strikes language that would have tied voter registration to requirement that new residents obtain driver’s licenses
Warren officer: Heroin problem is ‘out of control’
Two people had to be revived using the overdose-reversal drug Naloxone
Mahoning County's bonus bonanza
Mahoning County employees have received more than $165,000 in bonus pay in the past five years.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Ricardo Rodriguez-Sanchez, 28, of 3036 Center Road,
Water attracts moles
Q. When I got back from Florida, I returned to what looks like an excavated yard – piles of dirt and
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Furious 7 (PG-13) A crew of fast-driving outlaws battles the vengeful brother of
Indiana’s religious freedom law at center of bitter controversy
NCAA President Mark Emmert has indicated the Indianapolis-headquartered organization would consider relocating all types of college sports events out of state.
Russian trawler sinks; at least 43 dead
Russian trawler sinks; at least 43 dead MOSCOW A freezer trawler with an international crew of
Alpha & Omega plans Easter lunch Monday
Alpha & Omega plans Easter lunch Monday YOUNGSTOWN Alpha & Omega First Baptist Church, 3120
Sorice-Cannon engagement is announced
CANFIELD Michael and Deborah Sorice of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Choose a fruit tree
Choose a fruit tree Before you purchase a new tree for your home orchard, do your homework. Scab
Gina Ross, Paul Smaldone plan June rite
Youngstown Peter and Carol Ross of Youngstown are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Inaction Jackson: Wisconsin guard adjusting to role
After missing more than two months with a broken right foot, the senior is simply grateful to get one more chance to return to the NCAA Tournament’s brightest stage.
Mower preparedness
Mower preparedness For just a couple of bucks (or some of your own time), the mower can be ready
Have Questions? We have Answers! Plant, pest diagnostic clinic
By David Sprague OSU Extension master gardener volunteer The Mahoning County Plant and Pest
BUSINESS DIGEST || Chamber report card
Chamber report card YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber, in partnership with 12 other
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Fri: Soundbite, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Barrel33,
Turning point in Yemen
Opinion: It’s easy to dismiss yet another outbreak of fighting in the Middle East — this time led by Saudi
What silenced the Oakland, and can the theater recover?
The Oakland Center for the Arts shocked some folks last month when it closed up shop and left its longtime theater home in the Morley Building in downtown Youngstown.
Spike seeks to lure female viewers
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK With this week’s premiere of a series based on
‘Sharing’ economy growing
Opinion: By Jesse Hathaway Chicago Tribune Over the past few years, innovative new services such as
US should join Asian bank
Opinion: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: The United States has unsuccessfully opposed some of its key allies’
“Olympus” (10 p.m., Syfy): Talk about a daunting task: The new drama series
“Olympus” (10 p.m., Syfy): Talk about a daunting task: The new drama series “Olympus” focuses on a
New president of EGCC sees exciting future for institution
Editorial: If it isn’t broken, don’t fix it — just try to make it even better. That would sum up the sentiments
‘Furious’ franchise races on
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Neither Vin Diesel nor producer Neal Moritz wanted a sequel to “The
Playhouse Square books ‘Phantom,’ ‘Bullets’
Staff report CLEVELAND Playhouse Square’s 2015-16 KeyBank Broadway Series will include a new
No love for the lowly penny in today’s fast-paced living
Opinion: Approaching noon, I had a hankering for shrimp tempura sushi and some dumplings. At a local
Ark. governor: Change bill
Associated Press LITTLE ROCK, ARK. Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson backed away Wednesday from his
Ware-Hodos engagement is announced
BOARDMAN Leonard Jr. and Lynn Hodos of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their son,
Canfield Fire adds back-up ambulance
Ambulance used if Lane LifeTrans, or other ambulance, can't make it to them
RAISED BED GARDENING: Key to success early in season
By Pam Baytos OSU Extension master gardener volunteer Isn’t it ironic when we finally reach
Alvarez homers as Bucs, Orioles play to a tie in 10
In a matchup of opening-day pitchers, Baltimore right-hander Chris Tillman allowed two runs over five innings while Pittsburgh lefty Francisco Liriano gave up one run in three innings.
Organist to accompany silent film at Stambaugh
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The classic Charlie Chaplin silent film “The Kid” will be screened at
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Illusion,SDRq directed by Robert Dennick Joki, Mahoning Valley Players,
Youngstown blaze dramatizes the need for focus on fire safety
Editorial: Shock and sadness engulf the city of Youngstown and the entire Mahoning Valley as funeral planning
BIRDS BEFORE WORK!
BIRDS BEFORE WORK! When: Monday, 7-8:30 a.m. What: Join Naturalist Adam Zorn on the Nickel
Kluber, Indians lose to San Fran
World Series MVP Madison Bumgarner outpitched AL Cy Young Award winner Corey Kluber.
Entrance fees will rise in some national parks
Associated Press WASHINGTON Be prepared to pay a bit more if you’re headed to some national
NJ Sen. Menendez indicted on charges involving corruption
Associated Press WASHINGTON Sen. Bob Menendez, the son of Cuban immigrants who rose to become
Iraq hails victory over IS extremists in Tikrit
Associated Press TIKRIT, IRAQ The government declared victory in Tikrit on Wednesday over
New GED, other equivalency tests have a rocky 1st year
Associated Press CHEEKTOWAGA, N.Y. The number of people taking high-school equivalency exams in
TRANSPORTATION BILL
TRANSPORTATION BILL How it affects you The transportation budget Gov. John Kasich signed into
Iran nuclear talks head for double OT
Associated Press LAUSANNE, SWITZERLAND With even a vague outline of an Iran nuclear deal eluding
GOOD FRIDAY What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
Handel's plays April Fools' on customers
Several customers were distraught at the thought of no more Handel's chocolate pecan.
YEARS AGO
Today is Thursday, April 2, the 92nd day of 2015. There are 273 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
300 Sisters in Red welcome registrations for health fair
A free health fair offers screenings, lunch and presentations by medical professionals.
Lawrence Mercer ATHENA will honor 2 at celebration
An ATHENA awards event will take place April 21 in West Middlesex, Pa.
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Oregon farmers agree slugs are a problem — but what to do? SALEM, Ore. Farmers in
METRO DIGEST || Nezbeth arraigned
Nezbeth arraigned GIRARD Kenneth A. Nezbeth, 36, of Howland and Brookfield, charged with robbing
Miss Patchell, Mr. Ramsbottom set June nuptials
Deerfield, Ill. Don and Mary Patchell of Deerfield, Ill., are announcing the engagement of their
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