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Vindy.com for February 19, 2015
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V24: You can't stop 'Stomp'
Turning din into music for more than 20 years, “Stomp” keeps, well, stomping along to its own beat.
Chinese welcome New Year
They’re far from home, and many don’t have extended families living nearby. They take comfort in their traditions and the memories of “back in the ...
Stories published February 19, 2015
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Oakhill judge rejects Yavorcik filing
The Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court judge overseeing the Oakhill Renaissance Place criminal corruption case rejected a filing from the attorney of Martin Yavorcik, one of the three defendants, for violating court rules.
YSU considers changes to attract more international students
In an effort to attract more international students, Youngstown State University officials are considering restructuring the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences.
Northside nurses get updats on contract talks today
Registered nurses at ValleyCare Northside Medical Center were updated on contract negotiations during meetings at 8 a.m., 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. today at the Teamsters Local 377 union hall.
YSU seeking volunteer mentors for teens
A new program at Youngstown State University aims to provide college or career direction for teenagers who would benefit from the added guidance, but it needs volunteer mentors to make it happen.
Mahoning Dems to endorse in Youngstown council races next week
Youngstown members of the Mahoning County Democratic Party’s central and executive committees will meet Wednesday to consider endorsements of candidates running for city council seats in the seven wards.
Mayor Infante: Niles financial morass due to low interest rates
The project manager of the commission tasked with a recovery plan to get the city out of fiscal emergency has projected this year’s general fund deficit at $2.4 million.
Warren students show police appreciation with meals, tokens today
It’s nice being a police officer on those occasions when the people they serve say “thank you” — considering that the job frequently puts cops in contact with badly behaving people who don’t want them around.
YSU event shows business students real meaning of 'dress-down Fridays'
Williamson College of Business Administration at Youngstown State University provided students with a live showcase of professional attire.
Canfield teacher charged with domestic violence asks for jury trial
A Canfield teacher on paid administrative leave has requested a jury trial, pushing back for months a resolution of his domestic-violence case.
YSU delays classes Friday after today's power outage
Youngstown State University students arrived for class this morning in the dark.
Mahoning County real-estate tax bills have been mailed
Mahoning County real-estate tax bills have been mailed
Pa. plant worker fatally stabs colleague after prank
Pa. plant worker fatally stabs colleague after prank
Murder suspect dubbed Michelangelo of buttocks injections
Murder suspect dubbed Michelangelo of buttocks injections
UPDATE | Tsarnaev lawyers ask US appeals court to move bombing trial
Tsarnaev lawyers ask US appeals court to move bombing trial
Aggravated murder indictment in killing at jazz lounge
Aggravated murder indictment in killing at jazz lounge
Ohio trooper resigns after report of sex in cruiser on duty
Ohio trooper resigns after report of sex in cruiser on duty
Area Agency on Aging meeting for Friday is canceled
Area Agency on Aging meeting for Friday is canceled
Food distribution Saturday at Zion Lutheran Church
Food distribution Saturday at Zion Lutheran Church
Cleveland sports facilities await Cuyahoga County's sin-tax proposal
Cleveland sports facilities await Cuyahoga County's sin-tax proposal
Liberal Democrats ask Boehner to postpone Netanyahu address
Liberal Democrats ask Boehner to postpone Netanyahu address
Judge throws out Ohio inmates’ lethal injection lawsuit
Judge throws out Ohio inmates’ lethal injection lawsuit
Youngstown native Larry Jones out as TV Land president
Youngstown native Larry Jones out as TV Land president
Power outage at portion of Youngstown State University
Power outage at portion of Youngstown State University
Southern Park Mall interested in PACE upgrades
Property Assessed Clean Energy financing program allows businesses to acquire and repay funds for energy upgrades
Tinkey leads Canfield past Lakeview
The senior guard scored 16 points to go with 11 rebounds as the Cardinals topped the Bulldogs 52-39 in a tournament tuneup.
Ash Wednesday begins Lenten season of preparation
Imposition of ashes reminds humans of their mortality
East Tech girls disqualified from tournament for OHSAA violation
The Scarabs were disqualified from the postseason because they played 23 regular-season games, which is a violation of Sports Regulation 20.
Falcons win finale on senior night
Austintown Fitch junior Alysoun Mukaabya scored 23 points and led three teammates in double figures.
Respect Ringo, says Let It Be drummer
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com The recent “Saturday Night Live” 40th anniversary show
Pettine: Manziel now in a ‘better place’
Pettine said he visited the 2012 Heisman Trophy winner last week.
Youngstown finance officials expect a 4.4 percent drop in tax collections this year
They estimate income taxes and business profit taxes to be almost $2 million less this year than in 2014.
Two port authority members question whether airline is still OK to provide local flights
Two members of the board of the Western Reserve Port Authority urged caution regarding the company proposing daily flights from Youngstown to Chicago.
Campbell high school teacher accused of sexual misconduct
Officials allege Campbell high school teacher had sexual contact with minor student
Woman tells her father’s killer she won’t let it stop her from living
The daughter of a man shot to death in his home told his killer “I’m going to still make him proud, and I’m going to still live my life.”
City leaders concerned over back-up generator failure during recent outage
Contracts approved for replacing 24-inch water line
Organizations sought to run food and funds drives
15,000 people a week seek food at Food Bank member agencies
Forefather of zombie genre recalls making of iconic film
When John Russo and George Romero sat down to write “Night of the Living Dead,” their goal was to make a truly scary horror movie. They not only met that goal but created a whole new genre in the process.
Warren officials, dispatchers discuss proposed switch to county 911
Members of the Warren City Council Police and Fire Committee made it clear Wednesday that moving the city’s police dispatching operations to the county 911 center will only happen after a thorough discussion.
Art event inspired by Dadaism movement
Artisan Cafe in Warren will host an art event inspired by Dadaism this Saturday.
You can't stop 'Stomp'
Turning din into music for more than 20 years, “Stomp” keeps, well, stomping along to its own beat.
Crouse looks to past, present on new album
Last month, Jeff Crouse released “Mirrors, Doors and Deeper Water,” an album that gathers his songs from past and present.
A system study will lead to accurate readings of Youngstown water customers
The study will look at reducing the bills for seniors
Phillips commits to Garden City C.C.
Phillips commits to Garden City C.C. LIBERTY Liberty High School’s Ben Phillips has accepted a
Barnes’ Penguins control their own destiny
Tonight, YSU plays at Milwaukee, which lost to the Penguins 87-64 on Jan. 31.
Explosion devastates refinery in California
Explosion devastates refinery in California TORRANCE, Calif. An explosion devastated a section
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS CBS wins week in ratings despite ‘SNL’ NEW YORK Television viewers were clearly
For many in US, cash saved at pump is staying in pockets
Associated Press WASHINGTON In recent months, the stage seemed set for American consumers to do
Pleads guilty
Pleads guilty YOUNGSTOWN A 20-year-old Boardman man pleaded guilty Wednesday in Mahoning County
Obama: US at war with those who pervert Islam
Associated Press WASHINGTON Muslims in the U.S. and around the world have a responsibility to
'Love, Loss' and a fresh start for one Valley theater veteran
Mary Ruth Lynn is relaxing in the theater space on the second floor of Selah Restaurant. It’s a warm and comfortable room, and it has become a second home for the local theater veteran.
Report: Dutch authorities put gas revenues ahead of safety
Associated Press THE HAGUE, NETHERLANDS An independent report into natural-gas drilling that has
Associated Press
Associated Press PRESCOTT, ARIZ. Dozens of people gathered in central Arizona, wearing pink
Knicks’ Anthony to have season-ending knee surgery
Carmelo Anthony finished his 12th NBA season averaging 24.2 points and 6.6 rebounds in 40 games.
Las Vegas cops, family defend mom who was killed in road-rage shootout
Associated Press LAS VEGAS What police first described as the road-rage-inspired killing of an
Facing gun charges
Facing gun charges YOUNGSTOWN Police took Cheyne Kenny, 25, of Youngstown, to the Mahoning
Federal judges blocks Obama from moving on immigration
Opinion: Paris (Tenn.) Post-Intelligencer: Immigration law has turned into a chess game. The president
“Two and a Half Men” (9 p.m., CBS): After 12 seasons of below-the-belt hilarity,
“Two and a Half Men” (9 p.m., CBS): After 12 seasons of below-the-belt hilarity, headline- making
Police catch accused Campbell thief
Accused of using Craigslist, smartphone app and home on Regent Street in operation
Lessons from the heirloom vegetable garden at Monticello A RICH SPOT OF EARTH
Have you planned your vegetable garden for this spring? Why not consider some heirloom vegetables?
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “2Real4U,SDRq a new Christian drama series titled “2Real4U” will be shot in the
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Horizon Science Academy governing board, 6 p.m., 3403 Southern Blvd., Youngstown.
Mooney girls, JFK boys capture Diocese Cup
The Mooney girls took home the trophy for the second consecutive year.
‘Bob’ has no interest in being a father
Dear Annie: I’ve been married to “Bob” for 11 years. Once we had our son, “Jack,” everything
Enjoying the splendor of winter at Fellows
By Lynn Zocolo Fellow Riverside Gardens educator Many people tend to think of the garden in
YEARS AGO
Today is Thursday, Feb. 19, the 50th day of 2015. There are 315 days left in the year. This is the
Chinese welcome New Year
They’re far from home, and many don’t have extended families living nearby. They take comfort in their traditions and the memories of “back in the day.”
'A Few Good Men' at Salem theater
Salem Community Theatre will present the Aaron Sorkin drama “A Few Good Men,” opening Friday and running for two weekends.
lenten study At Zion Lutheran
Zion Lutheran Church, 330 Canfield Road, Youngstown, will conduct a Lenten study. When: Sessions
All About Hearts
All About Hearts When: Today, 1–2 p.m. What: Enjoy a heart-felt story, a heart ornament craft,
Americans still not accepting of transgender people
Opinion: By Jennifer Finney Boylan Los Angeles Times The tall young man, the head of a major LGBT civil
It’s curtains for floor shows
Opinion: By Bart Chilton Tribune News Service Every day, trading on exchanges impacts people around the
Hamlin, Patrick crash in Daytona 500 practice
Danica Patrick and Denny Hamlin started the pileup by making contact coming out of the second turn. Casey Mears, Michael Annett and Jeb Burton also were involved.
Congress has a war to authorize
Opinion: WASHINGTON Americans, a litigious people, believe that rules for coping with messy reality can be
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Egypt’s response to IS killings paves way for an all-out attack
Editorial: Images of Egyptian fighter jets bombing Islamic State targets in Libya — on the heels of Jordan’s
Preparing spring soil
Preparing spring soil There are literally tons of things you can do to help improve your soil for
Clean pots, seeds for early start
Q. What is the best way to start seeds inside? Faye from Canfield A. There are two options for
Spring is coming!
Spring is coming! Spring is just weeks away. What can you be doing to get ready? Besides starting
Hydrogen peroxide tackles many tasks
Dear Readers: Hydrogen peroxide is another of those household workhorses that I love so much. There
Canfield duo chasing school records at Cleveland State
Kyle Anderson andn Sarah Heaven are among the Cardinals’ district qualifiers.
Pastor Jesse makes the sign of the cross in ashes on the forehead of Kimberly Ligenfritz as he said
Pastor Jesse makes the sign of the cross in ashes on the forehead of Kimberly Ligenfritz as he said
IS militants find a foothold in Libya
Associated Press CAIRO Libya, virtually a failed state in recent years, has succeeded in one
Swolehedz at Fizek
Swolehedz at Fizek NILES The local sportswear company Swolehedz, started to sell performance
Trial starts for rabbi accused of running divorce-kidnap team
Associated Press TRENTON, N.J. Before prosecutors described Rabbi Mendel Epstein as a leader in
Barrel33, 8208 E. Market St., Warren; 330-395-9463
Barrel33, 8208 E. Market St., Warren; 330-395-9463 Tue: Steve Vuich, 6:30 p.m. Barrel Run
Slow down ‘revolving door’
Opinion: By Suzanne Dovi Los Angeles Times Frank Underwood of Netflix’s “House of Cards” may seem like
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Emergency services deduce ‘banana’ in tree is geocache LINCOLN, Neb Emergency
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NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK The Duff (PG-13) A high-school senior sets out to reinvent herself after
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