Vindy.com for June 2015

It was announced today that Noreen has accepted the head coaching position with the Orlando Solar Bears of the East Coast Hockey League, a minor league affiliate of the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Ohio courthouse evacuated due to suspicious item closed for day

US home prices climbing steadily

Hocking College will give ex-Steubenville player chance to play ball

A former Steubenville High School football player found delinquent in the 2012 rape of a 16-year-old girl wants to play at the community college level.

Boosting overtime: Obama calls for broader coverage

Christie says he's running in 2016 to 'change the world'

Portion of Mahoning Avenue in Austintown closed Thursday for movie filming

Real-estate appraisers out next week in Columbiana County

Boardman school board meets at 7 p.m. today

More security at SC statehouse as flag protests grow

Officials say they have increased security at the South Carolina Statehouse, where one man has been arrested after a fight over the Confederate flag.

Singing Weavers to perform Sunday at Calvary Baptist Church

24 homes destroyed in NW U.S. wildfires

two dozen homes destroyed in a fast-moving wildfire Sunday night in this central Washington city about 120 miles east of Seattle

Justices take up dispute over union fees

Animal-rights activists attend Boardman court hearing

YBI, America Makes team up for national competition

REUNIONS

Badger High School Class of 1970 will have its 45th reunion from 6 to 9 p.m. Aug. 16 at the Greene

Preserving the past will be program topic

Preserving the past will be program topic SALEM “Keeping Your Family’s Past” will be the topic

Garden Forum awards 2 scholarships

Remember Plakie toys? Speakers do

Planning is key to handling emergencies at house of worship

A retired police officer with expertise in crisis intervention offers suggestions

Hot dog recipe leads to dispute

Associated Press TOLEDO Ownership of secret recipes and ingredients from an Ohio restaurant made

PBS special looks at transgender children

By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK “Growing Up Trans” explores the transgender

Five YSU football players cited for underage drinking

All five arraigned in municipal court Monday

Port Authority receives $2.1M for airport upgrades

The funds will go toward a $5.5 million Midfield Taxiway project.

Ohio governor to announce his presidential bid in July

Kasich's new website is now live

Man found guilty of baby's death

Only sentence allowed by law is 15 years to life

Poland school-consolidation plan moves forward

Boardman UMC sending cards of love and sympathy to Emanuel AME

The pastor said the person-to-person message are powerful.

Ground broken for new MCESC

A new Mahoning County ESC will open in 2017 in Canfield

Boardman Local Schools look to the future

Campbell Police Department suspends officer

Officer Josh Tedesco suspended for sleeping in patrol car, not completing residence checks

For Scrappers, home is where the hurt is

Mahoning Valley stayed winless at Eastwood Field with a 5-2 loss to unbeaten Williamsport.

Kosar shares lessons on success and failure

The former Browns QB and Boardman High graduate said how you handle adversity is what defines you.

Auto industry’s momentum expected to continue in June

Vehicle sales in May of more than 1.6 million made for the best May sales on record.

As cameras abound, athletes deal with vanishing privacy

Sometimes fans get too much exposure, as LeBron James showed during the NBA Finals.

Warren Farmer's Market is today

Yoga classes also are today in conjunction with the market

Tribe’s Anderson flirts with perfection in win

The rookie pitcher didn’t allow a hit until the seventh inning.

Man convicted of rape wants to play football in college

Associated Press NELSONVILLE A former Steubenville High School football player found delinquent

Woman gets 10k bond for stealing needles from car

Driver of car was being treated for overdose at the time

Puerto Rico seeks to delay debt payment

Associated Press SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO Puerto Rico’s governor said Monday night he will form a

Greeks hit by closed banks, warnings from eurozone

Associated Press ATHENS, GREECE Anxious pensioners swarmed closed bank branches Monday and long

Survey shows enough votes to remove flag

Survey shows enough votes to remove flag COLUMBIA, S.C. A survey of South Carolina legislators

Pirates stay patient with Polanco

After making a splash in 2014, the outfielder is battling a season-long slump.

Man loses appeal in Galaxy Seafood case

Was thrown out of court for being disruptive

Dead fish found in Mill Creek Park

The fish were found in the park's Lake Newport

Two of world’s best goalkeepers set to face off

Germany’s Nadine Angerer will try to best Hope Solo of the USA.

JOHN CRISP: U.S. can’t erase its racist past

Opinion: Let’s start at a place where consensus is easy: No one that I know of is arguing that anyone should

Train-crash victim’s family sues Amtrak

Associated Press PHILADELPHIA The family of a businessman killed when a speeding passenger train

‘Terminator’ franchise gets a fresh start SYSTEM REBOOT

By Josh Rottenberg Los Angeles Times Emilia Clarke wasn’t even born when “The Terminator” came

NBC to Trump: You’re fired

NBC to Trump: You’re fired NEW YORK NBC said Monday that it is ending its business relationship

Foreclosed on property up for auction

The Austintown property is across from Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course.

Windsor House progresses forward after governmental approvals

Owner expects to break ground on Canfield site next spring

Woman arrested after stealing hundreds of dollars worth of dental products

She is alleged to have stolen the products from two Giant Eagle stores in late May

Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Amber Marshall, Youngstown, boy, June 28. Brittany

Man convicted in sledgehammer slayings is sentenced to death

Associated Press AKRON A man convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend’s parents with a

Cleveland police department Changes sought to consent decree

Associated Press CLEVELAND The NAACP and other civil-rights groups want a federal judge to

Calif. lawmakers pass vaccine bill

Associated Press SACRAMENTO California lawmakers on Monday sent the governor a contentious bill

NY formalizes its ban on fracking

Associated Press ALBANY, N.Y. New York formalized its ban on high-volume hydraulic fracturing

US stocks notch worst day of ’15

Associated Press NEW YORK Fears that Greece’s troubles could spread through the global financial

President wins again on reformation of health care

Editorial: Despite the U.S. Supreme Court’s reaffirmation of the Affordable Care Act, President Barack Obama’s

Massive flames destroy homes in Washington

Associated Press WENATCHEE, WASH. From just across the Wenatchee River, Dominick Bonny watched a

Safety experts: Stay away from fireworks

About 10,500 people nationally went to emergency rooms last year seeking treatment for fireworks-related injuries

Selected local stocks

Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.53 —.25 Avalon

Woman faces charges

Woman faces charges liberty A Girard woman is set to appear in Girard Municipal Court today on

Police: Drugs found during traffic stop

Police: Drugs found during traffic stop YOUNGSTOWN Police found small amounts of suspected

High court upholds use of controversial execution drug

Associated Press WASHINGTON Trading sharp words, a deeply divided Supreme Court upheld the use

Agenda Wednesday

Agenda Wednesday Mahoning County commissioners, 10 a.m., commissioners hearing room, Mahoning

YEARS AGO

Today is Tuesday, June 30, the 181st day of 2015. There are 184 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED

ODDLY ENOUGH

ODDLY ENOUGH Sheriff’s office says suspect in break-in left wallet behind LINCOLNTON, N.C.

Live music on television shows this week include:

Live music on television shows this week include: v OK Go: Tonight on “Late Late Show with James

WFMJ wins Emmy

WFMJ wins Emmy YOUNGSTOWN 21 WFMJ-TV, The Vindicator’s broadcast partner, was awarded a regional

Associated Press

Associated Press COLUMBUS A Senate panel is weighing potential changes to an anti-monopoly

MAHONING COUNTY COURTS

courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Mitchell H. Himes, 23, of Beaver, Pa., and Rachel S.

Car bomb kills Egypt’s top prosecutor

Associated Press CAIRO A car bomb killed Egypt’s chief prosecutor Monday in the country’s first

Cuomo: Inmates had sights on Mexico, but ride backed out

Associated Press PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. Two convicted murderers who eluded a massive manhunt for

TRUDY RUBIN: Be ready to say no to deal with Iran

Opinion: The June 30 deadline has arrived for a final agreement to limit Iran’s nuclear program, and it’s no

Recent spike in shark attacks: Why?

Associated Press Shark experts have a not-so-reassuring explanation for a recent spate of attacks

Poland school-consolidation plan moves forward

JEDD approved in Canfield for nursing facility

Mahoning County ESC breaks ground for new building

Driver strikes tree in Niles, drives away, police say

Boardman church sends its loves to Emanuel AME Church in Charleston

Boardman church sends its love to Emanuel AME Church in Charleston

Woman gets $10K bond in case of needles stolen from vehicle

Man loses appeal in Galaxy Seafood case

Youngstown school board formally hires Stephen Stohla as interim superintendent

Youngstown school board formally hires Stohla as interim superintendent

Western Reserve Port Authority receives $2.1M for airport

Tee times for Greatest Golfer juniors at Mill Creek

The 4th of six qualifiers for Greatest Golfer of the Valley juniors competition will tee off Wednesday at Mill Creek Golf Course - North.

Trumbull County road reopened today

5 YSU football players cited for underage drinking

Girard woman charged with drug offenses

Items stolen from Liberty home

Campbell police file drug charges after traffic stop

Trees and plants will be identified

Youngstown YWCA offers summer camps

Poland homemakers will meet for lunch

Poland homemakers will meet for lunch STRUTHERS Poland Center Homemakers will meet for lunch at

WORTH A LOOK

SALES Damascus United Methodist Church, 300 Valley Road, Damascus, is accepting donations of good,

Ursuline High School class gathers for 65th reunion

Boardman class of 1965 plans reunion

Fitch students win junior women scholarships

Mancini to cut ribbon on new smoking pavilion at Mountaineer

The Latest: Cuomo says 2 escapees planned to go to Mexico

NYC teen uses social media to find lost wallet owner

A New York City teenager is being credited with using Facebook to track down the owner of a wallet she found on a city bus.

Pilot tells Mass. air traffic controller pre-crash he has no power

The pilot of a small plane that crashed into a Massachusetts

Mom pleads guilty to killing 2 kids found in home freezer

Passenger charged in drug possession after city traffic stop

Task Force reveals stats from Friday night OVI checkpoints

UPDATE | Jury find Dawson guilty of murder

Special Welcome

Special Olympians got the special welcome back home after competing in the 2015 State Summer Games this weekend

Cities try to cope with traffic congestion without more federal funding

Charging money for the privilege of avoiding traffic jams may becoming soon

Moliterno says the closing of company no reflection on ability to run port authority

With his long list of volunteer, government, and private-industry credentials, John Moliterno would seem to be the perfect fit to lead the Western Reserve Port Authority

Scoring drought ends, but Scrappers fall in 10

Mahoning Valley ended a 28-inning scoreless drought with an unearned run in the first inning.

After 10-year break, Pat Borders back in baseball

The former World Series MVP played for nine teams, including the Indians from 1997-99.

Boardman marathoners finish seven-continent quest

Frank and Velma Verhage took part in the Antarctica Marathon in March.

Pentagon awards YSU $365K grant to purchase 3D printer

The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded Youngstown State University a $365,000 grant to purchase a 3D printer

OU’s Stoops on annual return: ‘There’s nothing like being at home’

The longtime Oklahoma coach joined his brothers and other famous coaches at the MVR’s annual boccie social.

Nine YSU students intern this summer

Nine YSU business students working internships as part of Ohio Export Internship Program

Detective needs more info in '07 cold case

Says mother of victim had kept in touch before she died

Busch earns first win of year

Brothers Kyle and Kurt finished 1-2 for the first time Associated Press SONOMA, Calif. Kyle

Tribe can’t find 0 in losses to O’s

The Indians failed to score in a doubleheader sweep.

Creekside wins inaugural Bob Cene tournament

The final was an all-Class B affair, with Creekside defeating Astro 5-4.

‘Magic Mike’ sequel stars bare their thoughts Stripping away negativity

By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. When Jada Pinkett Smith got the call

WILD ABOUT HARRY (AND HOT DOGS)

By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES Even the occasional torrential rainfall could not deter

Despite population loss, traffic congestion persists

In the Mahoning Valley, traffic congestion occurs on Interstate 80, in suburban shopping areas and at urban event venues.

James hits free agency, expected to return

The Cavaliers star will likely sign another two-year deal.

Indoor entertainment center to open at Eastwood Mall

Tilt Studio will have a jungle-themed laser tag arena

hRocket breaks apart after liftoff

hRocket breaks apart after liftoff An unmanned SpaceX rocket carrying supplies and a first-of-its-

MAJOR LEAGUE STANDINGS AND BOXSCORES

American League East Division WLPctGB Baltimore4134.547— Tampa Bay4235.545— New

Small plane crashes into house, killing 3; residents escape

Associated Press PLAINVILLE, Mass. A small plane crashed into a house Sunday evening, killing

Crash in Southington kills Middlefield man

Crash in Southington kills Middlefield man SOUTHINGTON The Ohio State Highway Patrol is

2015 State summer games results Mahoning County winners

100m dash/walk: Jesse Tenney, 1st place; Mark Saraceno, 2nd place; Marlena Timmerman, 2nd place;

VIDEO GAME REVIEW

‘BATMAN: ARKHAM KNIGHT’ Grade: A Details: $59.99, for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC

VA aims to help homeless, at-risk vets find stable jobs

Associated Press CINCINNATI David Bowles is excitedly making plans to move from a homeless

Turkish police use water cannons to clear rally

Associated Press ISTANBUL Turkish police used water cannons and tear gas against gay-pride

Parades celebrate Supreme Court ruling

Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Hundreds of thousands of people on Sunday packed gay-pride events

game time

game time vUnited States vs. Germany at Olympic Stadium in Montreal. Game begins Tuesday at 7 p.m.

Mahoning floodwaters starting to recede

Mahoning floodwaters starting to recede YOUNGSTOWN Weather brought some minor flooding and

Kasich to announce 2016 plans July 21

Associated Press WASHINGTON Ohio Gov. John Kasich will formally announce his plans for the 2016

Watson wins Travelers title in playoff

He had a chance to win in regulation but bogeyed the 17th.

Second escaped murderer captured

Associated Press MALONE, N.Y. The second of two convicted murderers who staged a brazen escape

Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Dominique Carter and Tyjuan Smith, Youngstown, girl, June

Texas official: Workers can deny marriage licenses

Associated Press LUBBOCK, Texas Texas’ conservative Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton

McCutchen returns but Bucs fall to Braves

After suffering a bruised left elbow on Saturday, he ex-MVP was ready to go Sunday.

Biden worships, speaks at church service

Associated Press CHARLESTON, S.C. Vice President Joe Biden worshipped and spoke at the Sunday

Agenda Tuesday

Agenda Tuesday Lordstown school board, 7 a.m., Board of Education offices, 1824 Salt Springs

GRADS LIST

GRADS LIST These students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted: WITTENBERG

Inside the ropes with …

Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Sunday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 1-over 71 in the

Take Ohio out of Dark Ages, legalize consumer fireworks

Opinion: Take Ohio out of Dark Ages, legalize consumer fireworks The time is overdue for Ohio to follow

Youngstown man arrested in assault on Amtrak train

Associated Press CUMBERLAND, Md. Police say a Youngstown man was arrested in connection with a

Grants program aims to attract businesses to Lowellville

Council passes legislation allowing grants to local businesses

Grove City’s social work degree ranks high

Grove City College’s social work program ranked 14th among Christian colleges

Six Mahoning County students graduate from online school

Six Mahoning County students earn diplomas from Ohio Connections Academy

Americans must never forget the horrors of USS Liberty attack

Opinion: Americans must never forget the horrors of USS Liberty attack On June 8, 1967, during the Six-Day

MIU IV needs volunteers

Tutors sought for Mercer County adult learners

TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS

COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Brett L. Hemberger, 33, of 2221 Jackson St., Warren,

YSU students create exhibit

YSU students create exhibit detailing 1900s infection at Youngstown Sheet & Tube

YSU hosts 17th annual Summer Festival of the Arts

Youngstown State University will be the center of food, music, dance performances and art this July

The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the

NEWSMAKERS

NEWSMAKERS ‘Ted 2’ lags behind ‘Jurassic World’ and ‘Inside Out’ LOS ANGELES A foul-mouthed

YEARS AGO

Today is Monday, June 29, the 180th day of 2015. There are 185 days left in the year. Associated

oddly enough

oddly enough Last-minute Father’s Day lottery ticket gift worth $1M JEANNETTE, Pa. A scratch-

Lloyd’s heroics crucial for US women’s team

The midfielder nearly quit the game after getting cut from the under-21 team in 2003.

Ohio planners eye various transit modes to ease congestion

Up with tolerance & grace, down with division & hate

Editorial: Amazing grace! How sweet the sound That saved a wretch like me. I once was lost, but now am

GEORGE WILL: Judicial dereliction by Chief Justice Roberts

Opinion: WASHINGTON Conservatives are dismayed about the Supreme Court’s complicity in rewriting the

DOYLE MCMANUS: The French master the art of American politics

Opinion: I visited friends last week in Brittany, the French province whose wild Atlantic coast resembles

Kasich to announce his plans for presidency July 21

Senior advisers expect him to join the crowded field of 2016 GOP candidates

Torrential rain can't spoil hot-diggety fun at Niles Hot Dog fest

At least 1,500 turned out for the annual rite of summer

Youngstown man arrested in assault of woman on Amtrak

He was arrested in Cumberland, Md.

Kyle Busch grabs first win of season

Kyle Busch grabs 1st win of season as comeback rolls on,

LeBron opts for free agency but expected to re-sign with Cavs

LeBron James opts for free agency but expected to re-sign with Cavs.

Dispute over $2.6M 'M-A-S-H' hot-dog recipe creates hot legal mess

The recipe is for a Hungarian weiner with chili

Paradox in Valley: Population declines, but traffic increases

Our region remains a popular "convergence point" for traffic from both sides of the nation

Second escaped murderer is shot, captured near Canada border

His capture comes two days after the killing of his fellow escapee

YSU lands $365K grant from US Defense Department for state-of-art 3-D printer

The printer will enhance YSU’s additive manufacturing research and education capabilities

Middlefield man, 35, killed in Trumbull County vehicle crash

SOUTHINGTON TOWNSHIP The Ohio State Highway Patrol are investigating a fatal one-vehicle car crash that occurred Saturday night. Troopers responded to the scene at state Route 534 and Warren Painesville Road in Trumbull County at about 9:12 p.m. Aaron D. Smith, 35, of Middlefield was the driver and only occupant of the vehicle. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Smith was heading wesbtound on Warren Painesville. The patrol’s preliminary investigation shows “unsafe speed” to be the cause. The patrol believes that alcohol was also a factor. The Trumbull County Sherrif’s office, the Ohio Department of Transportation, Southington Fire Department and Champion Fire Department were also on scene as assisting agencies.

VP Biden joins black Charleston church congregation in 'We Shall Overcome'

Biden wanted to show solidarity with the victims of the massacre

NASA's SpaceX launch ends in failure today; rocket erupts

It's the latest in a series of problems with the mission to supply International Space Station

Mr., Mrs. Brine will celebrate 65th anniversary

girard Louis and Ruth Brine of Girard were married in 1950 at St. Rose Church, where they are

Party, renewal of vows honor Jones milestone

POLAND Mr. and Mrs. James Jones of Poland celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a renewal

Becks mark 60th anniversary with vow renewal

BOARDMAN Mr. and Mrs. M. Frank Beck of Boardman celebrated 60 years of marriage by renewing their

Parents announce Frank-Jadallah engagement

Erin Frank and Aref Jadallah, both of Boardman, are engaged, their parents are announcing. She is

Schneider-Weiss vows set for September 12

EAST LIVERPOOL Larry and Susan Schneider of East Liverpool are announcing the engagement of their

Frammartino- Kiraly wedding set for Oct. 24

MCDONALD George W. Sr. and Jeanne M. (Stein) Kiraly of McDonald are announcing the engagement of

Miss Feret, Mr. Gebert set Sept. 4 wedding

POLAND Jacquelyn Marie Feret of Dayton and Kelly Mitchell Gebert Jr. of New York City are engaged

Kathryn Cerni, Joseph Swantek to marry Sept. 5

Kathryn Cerni of Poland and Joseph Swantek of North Lima are engaged and planning a Sept. 5 wedding.

Miss Benson, Mr. Frangopoulos announce plans

POLAND Michelle Elizabeth Benson and Alexandros Frangopoulos, both of Austin, Texas, are engaged.

Beatitude House receives donation

Fitch graduates receive scholarships

GARDEN CLUBS

WEDNESDAY Mahoning will meet at noon at the Davis Education and Visitor Center, Tyler classrooms,

Book group’s topic to be ‘Beautiful Ruins’

Book group’s topic to be ‘Beautiful Ruins’ SALEM “Beautiful Ruins” by Jess Walter will be the

SENIOR SIDELIGHTS

Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise

Natalie Morello, Stuart Luyckx to marry Aug. 15

MCDONALD Ray and Jean Morello of McDonald are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Natalie

Christmas in July

Church schedules picnic fundraiser

Cornhole tournament set at Quaker Steak

Ursuline Center offers Silver Sneakers

Mystery fundraiser to pay for alert dog

Yarn, Needle Club to meet at library

Yarn, Needle Club to meet at library LEETONIA Crafters using yarn and thread will combine their

SENIOR CITIZENS

Cornersburg Happy Seniors will meet at 11:30 a.m. Thursday at A La Cart Catering in Canfield for

Dr. Joseph Graziano urges men to learn and not ignore heart attack signs

June is Men's Health Month

Named in honor of Alexis Caroline Watanakunakorn

Million dollar gift from Eleanor Watanakunakorn help pay for the project

Team USA brims with confidence

Americans face Germany Tuesday in Montreal.

Phantoms soak up moment

Kyle Connor and Chase Pearson were roommates on the road last season with the Youngstown Phantoms.

Mahoning County OVI Task Force funding being "phased out"

Task force no longer meets threshold of alcohol-involved fatal crashes for funding

OVI Task Force teaches and enforces at same time in Mahoning County

Friday checkpoints nets one OVI arrest, one arrest on three warrants

Weather brings down trees, floods and outages in Valley

Harrington followed fast track with Falcons

Joe Harrington excelled in football and track at Fitch.

Worn-out flags honorably disposed

American flags that have served their time as a beacon of hope, freedom and home, were honorably disposed of Saturday night

Senior citizen artists display works at exhibit

By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com BOARDMAN Residents of nine area senior living centers are

Johnson needs to learn to lose with some grace

Dustin Johnson lost after a three-putt on No. 18.

Canfield’s Tinkey excels in competition & classroom

The Vindicator Female Athlete of the Year will play basketball at Mount Union.

McCutchen bruises elbow in Pirates’ win

The X-rays were negative but he could miss today’s series finale.

Same-sex couples must get benefits

Employers who offer benefits to spouses will need to include same-sex spouses, if they do not already

Poland native Marino finishes nationwide ride

Former Poland resident Jessica Marino enjoys a challenge.

Week of June 28, 2015

Mafalda Morgante to Charles P. Barbush, Mathews Road, Boardman, $124,000. Jerelyn A. Pasternack to

Funerals go on for slain churchgoers; flag incident occurs

Associated Press CHARLESTON, S.C. Speaking at the funerals for three of the victims of a deadly

Loom class featured as part of summer enrichment sessions

Using a round loom is simple.

Police: Surviving escapee may face harder time alone

Associated Press MALONE, N.Y. With his escape partner killed, the surviving convicted murderer

Pilot identified

Pilot identified SMITH township The Ohio State Highway Patrol on Saturday identified the pilot

As tourists flee, Tunisia mulls security approach

Associated Press TUNIS, TUNISIA Thousands of tourists fled from Tunisia on Saturday after the

About half of the deaths from heart and blood vessel disease, the nation’s No. 1 killer, are

About half of the deaths from heart and blood vessel disease, the nation’s No. 1 killer, are from

Wet weather may bring more Lake Erie algae

Associated Press TOLEDO Heavy rains that have fallen across northern Ohio in recent weeks are

Inside the ropes with …

Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 1-under 69 in the

Scrappers-Spikes postponed on Saturday

Scrappers-Spikes postponed on Saturday niles Saturday’s Mahoning Valley Scrappers game vs. the

PRO GOLF roundup

PGA TOUR Harman overtakes Watson with late birdie in Travelers event CROMWELL, CONN. Brian

Penguins’ draft focuses on forwards

Pittsburgh was ecstatic to draft Daniel Sprong in the second round.

Blood Drives

Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,

Greek parliament OKs referendum

Greek parliament OKs referendum ATHENS, GREECE Greece’s parliament has voted in favor of Prime

Agenda Monday

Agenda Monday Girard City Council, 7 p.m., council chambers, Justice Center, 100 N. Market St.

SPORTS fanfare

NO SHAME IN WAITING ’TIL NEXT YEAR FOR CAVS Fanfare: The NBA Finals are over — won by a team

New historical markers in downtown Youngstown

The four doubled-sided markers describe a variety of notable downtown features

COULMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS

COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Candace Grubbs v. Ryan Hull, personal injury.

Episcopal CHURCH 1st black presiding bishop is elected

Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY The Episcopal Church elected its first African-American

MILESTONES

MILESTONES DOCTORS Jessica Persson has been accepted into the University of Colorado Denver

Serena enters Wimbledon halfway to Grand Slam

No one has won all four majors in the same year since 1988.

USDA proposes more-healthful fare

Associated Press KANSAS CITY, MO. As teachers lament seeing toddlers too large to fit in

2015 ATHLETES OF THE YEAR

They are multi-sport standouts in an age of specialization, athletes capable of leading their teams

Runners TO YOUR MARKS … Upcoming races & walks

JULY WEDNESDAY — Run of the Mill one-mile foot race at Holiday Hot Tubs at the corner of Marshall

Girl Scouts seek nominations for awards of distinction

Area golf calendar Upcoming outings and scrambles

JUNE Today — Sponsors Classic Golf Association at Candywood Golf Club. Individual event. Email

staying HEALTHy What’s a guy to do?

For optimal health, men should have an annual physical and be screened for certain diseases and

In the cup! Area holes-in-one

Larry Heck of Columbiana aced the 154-yard No. 17 hole at the Links at Firestone Farms with a

Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Charles and Jayne Betz, Youngstown, boy, June 26.

Join racial reconciliation program for the Valley

Opinion: Join racial reconciliation program for the Valley As a retired, white campus minister, who has

Deformed mutt is World’s Ugliest Dog

Associated Press PETALUMA, CALIF. A 10-year-old mutt named Quasi Modo, whose spinal birth

On area links: golf league scores

MEN Bedford trails golf course Conrail Thursday — Low gross: Larry Brown 42, Barry Glenn 42,

After Charleston, out come the gun-control ‘whackos’

Opinion: After Charleston, out come the gun-control ‘whackos’ As we prepare to cele brate Independence Day,

Wisdom for taming the ‘terrible twos’

Tribune News Service Q. My 24-month-old is constantly wanting to be in her newborn baby brother’s

County fails to fix roads

Opinion: County fails to fix roads Slow down: county failure ahead. That is what should be posted on North

Celebrating Social Media Day

Social Media Day is Tuesday. Also know by the hashtag #SMDay, Social Media Day was launched in

YEA bristles at HB 70

The union says the state moved to take over Youngstown schools without teacher input

Today’s entertainment picks:

Today’s entertainment picks: v Harry Stevens Hot Dog Day, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.: The third annual

Holiday travel

Holiday travel NEW YORK A stronger economy, rising consumer confidence and cheap gasoline will

Public pension system in Ohio is travesty

Opinion: EDITOR’S NOTE: While Vindicator Editorial Page Editor Bertram de Souza is on hiatus, we are

State takeover of schools in Youngstown is no surprise

Editorial: When we recently warned that the Youngstown City School District and the Youngstown community at

Today is Sunday, June 28, the 179th day of 2015. There are 186 days left in the year.

Today is Sunday, June 28, the 179th day of 2015. There are 186 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED

Michael J. LaCivita: The ups and downs of life in ’40s, ’50s fondly remembered

Opinion: Recently I visited downtown Youngstown, a not too common occurrence for me. I went to the WFMJ-TV

Raquel Welch talks Hispanic pride, refusal to change her name

Raquel Welch talks Hispanic pride, refusal to change her name LOS ANGELES Jo-Raquel Tejada

LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS

AUTO DEALERS Jerry Sandford, owner of Acura of Boardman dealership, 883 Boardman-Canfield Road,

Poland teen to attend prestigious dance academy Tiptoeing to success

By SEAN BARRON Special to The Vindicator POLAND Whether it’s taking part in efforts to help

publishers weekly best-sellers

publishers weekly best-sellers For the week ending June 21 HARDCOVER FICTION 1.

Traffic-camera battle speeds up in Ohio

Associated Press CINCINNATI The ongoing clash over traffic camera enforcement in Ohio isn’t

MICHAEL SMERCONISH: President Obama deserves more respect

Opinion: “Shame on you, you shouldn’t be doing this,” President Barack Obama said to a heckler who

DiRusso's serves savory sausage, sets sights on future

Big & Beautiful

The Baltimore Sun (TNS) Dahlias are big. In size and in popularity. The flower you might

Deal or no deal? When it pays to buy online

You can buy practically anything online, but that doesn’t mean you’ll always want to – or ought to,

FirstEnergy grants

FirstEnergy grants AKRON FirstEnergy Corp. is offering education grants for creative classroom

Saturday, June 27 (92 stories)

Poland vets organization was site for flag-disposal ceremony

Looming is large at Villa Maria Community Center

Doctor: Activity cuts risk of heart disease

YEA bristles at state plan to take over Youngstown schools

Blame it on the rain: Tree falls, traps Howland family

Tree falls, traps Howland family

OVI checkpoint: Arrests, warrants, surprises life of task force members

4 new historical markers on Youngstown's Central Square

Former Lorain County judge appeals conviction

Woman removes Confederate flag in front of SC statehouse

Phantoms' Connor drafted No. 17 by Jets

It took longer than Kyle Connor had probably anticipated, but good things come to those who wait.

Keller, Christman go low in junior qualifier

Ken Keller had your ho-hum, so-so. even-par round of golf on Friday.

Activists: IS fighters kill 200 civilians in Syrian town

Scrappers’ scoring drought reaches 28 innings

The Scrappers on Friday fell to State College 5-0 in front of 3,518 fans at Eastwood Field.

The Vindicator is pleased to announce its Spring Sports Athletes of the Year.

The Vindicator is pleased to announce its Spring Sports Athletes of the Year. From winter workouts

72-year-old pilot dies in single-plane crash in Smith Township

Some gay marriage opponents balk, while couples rush to wed

Winona Strawberry Festival still set for Sunday

Ohio issues warnings to boaters, swimmers after heavy rains

Jennifer Camuso, Phillip Anton set Aug. 29 rite

CAMPBELL John and Kathleen Camuso of Campbell are announcing the engagement of their daughter,

Thomas-Doran engagement is announced

The parents of Brianne Marie Thomas of Poland and Francesco Paul Doran of Neshannock, Pa., are

Kortney Thomas, Robert Zoelle to marry in Sept.

YOUNGSTOWN Kevin and Kelly Thomas of Youngstown, the parents of Kortney Thomas of Pittsburgh, are

Pezamania planned

Summer workshop offered for children

Toastmasters Club time is corrected

D.A.R.E. meetings

D.A.R.E. meetings BOARDMAN D.A.R.E. Singles Group meets at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Disciples

Golf outing will raise funds for cancer care

Hollywood is having a sizzling summer at the box office BILLION-DOLLAR BLOCKBUSTERS

By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK 2He was talking about Silicon Valley, but he might as

Locals react to gay-marriage decision

Kelly McCracken formerly of Warren says the ruling means she can now legally see her name on her daughter's birth certificate

'Harry Potter' making jump to stage

Associated Press LONDON Harry Potter is going to have a new adventure - one that takes him from

Jurors deliberate baby-death case

The jurors will resume their deliberations Monday

Kasich praises Republicans and Youngstown schools plan

Trumbull sheriff's office terminates corrections officer

A corrections officer at the Trumbull County jail has been fired following an investigation into his prescription drug use.

Oakhill defendants' motion challenging venue is overruled

An attorney general’s office spokesman says the judge’s ruling was expected

Townshend unveils 'Classic Quadrophenia'

By JOHN CARUCCI Associated Press NEW YORK On a rare day off from the first leg of The Who’s

Super Nats promise fun to the finish

The people there love the noise, and they love the smell of burning rubber.

CHEYENNE EGGENS

SOFTBALL POSITION PLAYER — MATHEWS Believe it or not, Mathews ace Cheyenne Eggens didn’t start

Chad ZALLOW

TRACK —WARREN JFK One of the most dominant track athletes in Ohio history found his calling on a

Mercer’s walk-off double lifts Pirates

Jordy Mercer’s confidence never wavered during another lethargic start at the plate.

No. 1 pick McDavid: NHL’s next big thing

Connor McDavid’s favorite hockey player is Sidney Crosby. His favorite non-skating athlete is LeBron James.

JUSTICESFlbRICHARDSON

TRACK — WARREN HARDING Warren Harding junior Justice Richardson grew up on the same street as

ChRISTIAN SMITH

McDonald senior Christian Smith finished his high school career with a really fun redemption story —

Astro Falcons win big in Bob Cene Memorial

Jared Burkert threw a one-hitter and struck out eight.

ZACH TEFFNER

TENNIS — LAKEVIEW The biggest adjustment Lakeview High School tennis player Zach Teffner knew he

Tribe again provides little support for Kluber

Cleveland wasted another decent outing by Corey Kluber, falling to the Baltimore Orioles 4-3 Friday night.

Lloyd’s goal, another Solo shutout lift U.S. women

Carli Lloyd finally was able to express her creativity on field.

HAYLEE GARDINER

Active barely begins to accurately describe Champion’s ace softball pitcher Haylee Gardiner, who

NICOLETTE KREATSOULAS

FIELD — POLAND Based on her two silver medals in the Division II discus, Poland senior Nicolette

RICKY SVETLAK

BASEBALL position player — POLAND Prior to this spring, Poland High School made its only trip to

Gay wins 100 meters

Associated Press EUGENE, Ore. Tyson Gay fell behind early only to make up ground in a hurry to

WYATT LARIMER

BASEBALL PITCHER — WESTERN RESERVE Only one thing was missing from Wyatt Larimer’s sophomore

Jameis Winston: ‘I have nothing to prove’

Jameis Winston knows there are always eyes on him — watching, dissecting and waiting for him to make a mistake.

Pipkins to leave UM football

Michigan senior defensive lineman Ondre Pipkins will be leaving the program, he confirmed on Instagram.

Columbiana's Wiggins places 4th in tourney

Columbiana’s Wiggins places 4th in tourney ASHLAND Bruce William Wiggins of Columbiana shot a

Snake oil won't cure inequality

Opinion: By JIM HIGHTOWER Other Words At last, America's political leaders now feel the pain of the poor

Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation awards $3,000 scholarships

The Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation announced $3,000 scholarships to 10 Trumbull County residents who are pursuing careers in healthcare

Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Dalgys Soutodiaz and Christopher L. Chew, Youngstown,

EVENTS CANCELED | Heavy rain expected

A list of known event cancellations or other changes in the area today due to forecasted heavy

Animal Rights Advocates Protest Outside Campbell Municipal Court

Protestors respond to Campbell case alleging animal cruelty

MAHONING COUNTY COURTS

courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael A. Firmstone Jr., 30, of 71 Centennial Drive,

Pastor Dwyer is evangelist for Tri-State Free Methodist Campground

Services are planned at 7 p.m. July 9-19.

Man wanted on two domestic violence charges found at East Side home

Police also find 9mm bullets

25 officers from 9 county police departments graduated Friday

YEARS AGO

Today is Saturday, June 27, the 178th day of 2015. There are 187 days left in the year.

Gun in car

Gun in car YOUNGSTOWN A Catalina Avenue woman was taken to the Mahoning County jail on a charge

Fun with STEM

Thirty-four middle-school students participated in STEM Explore

Recovery crew gets to plane-crash site where 9 people died

Recovery crew gets to plane-crash site where 9 people died JUNEAU, ALASKA A recovery crew Friday

Associated Press

Associated Press HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. Agents with the Pennsylvania attorney general’s office have

Two who run from YPD downtown are caught

One of the men has traffic warrants

Events canceled

Events canceled Several events are canceled today because of heavy rains forecast for the Mahoning

area vacation bible schools

Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public will run on the Religion page. Please include the

QUOTE OF THE DAY

Opinion: “Every nation has laws limiting who and under what circumstances people can be married. This is

Youngstown Plan produces cynics of legislative process

Opinion: COLUMBUS It’s a bad sign when the lawmakers backing controversial legislation sound unsure

Fire tears through historic building

Associated Press MOUNT VERNON, Ohio Firefighters were called to a large blaze that tore through

Amid IS offensive, scores die in Syria

Associated Press BEIRUT Fighting raged into the night Friday between Kurdish fighters and

Pope forces Catholics, others to confront issues of the day

Editorial: From religious fundamental- ism to same-sex marriage to trickle-down economics to even the Mafia,

Ohio House passes $71B-plus biennial budget

Governor to sign the spending plan on Tuesday

Obama delivers race lecture at eulogy

Associated Press CHARLESTON, S.C. President Barack Obama used his eulogy for a slain pastor to

Judicial vicars named

Judicial vicars named YOUNGStOWN Bishop George V. Murry of the Diocese of Youngstown has

New plasma donor center coming to Youngstown

Grifols has invested about $1 million in the construction and setup of the 14,500-square-foot facility

Actors Wyle, wife welcome baby girl

Actors Wyle, wife welcome baby girl LOS ANGELES Noah Wyle and his wife welcomed a baby girl this

Selected local stocks

Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 24.780.03 Avalon

Greek PM puts bailout deal to referendum July 5

Associated Press ATHENS, GREECE Greece’s prime minister Friday called a surprise referendum for

SCRIPTURES

Opinion: Yes, and all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution. 2 Timothy 3:12

Dozens killed in attacks in Tunisia, Kuwait and France

Associated Press SOUSSE, TUNISIA A young man pulled a Kalashnikov from a beach umbrella and

Foreign suspect indicted in UPMC identity-theft tax case

Associated Press PITTSBURGH A federal grand jury has indicted a foreign citizen in a conspiracy

Today's entertainment picks:

Today’s entertainment picks: v Steel Valley Supernationals, 9 a.m. to midnight: Fast cars, cold

POLICE CALLS

POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD June

Pittsburgh airport will add 2nd direct flight to Toronto

Pittsburgh airport will add 2nd direct flight to Toronto PITTSBURGH Air Canada will no longer be

Pastor appointed at St. Patrick Parish

Pastor appointed at St. Patrick Parish youngstown The Rev. Michael Swierz has been appointed

Voices of Faith q & a

Voices of Faith q & a The Kansas City Star (TNS) Q. How does your faith reflect the Golden

Villa Maria Community Center hosts summer enrichment series

NY escapee killed; other still pursued

Associated Press MALONE, N.Y. One of two convicted murderers who staged a brazen escape from an

Friday, June 26 (121 stories)

Supernats underway near Salem

Marriage equality supporters celebrate landmark decision

Hearing upholds Trumbull officer's firing

STEM students participate in junk box wars

Training program helps cops deal with people with mental-health issues

10 students receive Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation scholarships

Deliberations continue Monday for man charged with son's death

1 dead in plane crash near Beloit

Phantoms' Kyle Connor drafted by Winnipeg Jets

The Winnipeg Jets selected Kyle Connor with the 17th pick of the first round.

URGENT | 1 of 2 escaped prisoners shot and killed

1 of 2 escaped prisoners shot and killed

Judge overrules jurisdiction issue in Oakhill case

Thousands attend Obama's eulogy for church shooting victims

OVI Task Force will have 2 OVI checkpoints in Boardman

OVI will have 2 OVI checkpoints in Boardman

Rain fear cancels 'Slide the City'

Animal rights advocates gather outside Campbell Municipal Court

Army Field Band concert is moved to Boardman High; fireworks postponed

UPDATE | Supreme Court extends same-sex marriage nationwide

Supreme Court rules in favor of same-sex marriage

Beheading, explosion at factory in France; suspects captured

Attempted bank robbery in Hubbard

Closing arguments underway in Dawson trial

CLUB CALENDAR

ALLIANCES Ohio Cultural Alliance will meet at 6 p.m. July 6 at Antone’s Banquet Center, 8578

Legacy Dog Rescue plans raffle fundraiser

Historical society plans scavenger hunt

Tree planted to honor club member

Tree planted to honor club member HUBBARD Church Hill United Methodist Church, 189 Hubbard Road,

Girl Scouts place Peace Pole in Poland Township Park

Two more inches of rain expected to start tonight

The heavy rain isn’t in the forecast after the weekend

Senate OKs $71B-plus state budget

The budget includes pay raises for judges

Rev. Timothy O’Neill to celebrate retirement Mass

His philosophy is "unselfish giving equals happiness."

Wanyama improvises on new EP

By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Wanyama singer-saxophonist Charlie Wilson admits the

Valley school districts see increases, decreases in state funding

Campbell and Youngstown will see increases in their state funding over the next two years

Overstuffed plot spoils silly, irreverent ‘Ted 2’ Unbearable

By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer 2 While it’s unfair to judge a comedy simply for a ridiculous

See the USA's favorite Chevrolet July 9

The next-gen Cruze will be unveiled in Lordstown for the 4,500 General Motors Lordstown workers ready to build it

School changes begin 90 days after governor’s signature

The new law is a revamping of the academic distress commission legislation

Senate bill would close poor-performing charter schools

The bill passed 30-0 with bipartisan support

Hilltop fourth-graders experiment for Science Fair

By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Fourth-grade students at Hilltop Elementary School brought

Lions and Lioness Clubs host Installation Night

On June 8, the Austintown Lions and Lioness Clubs hosted a joint Installation Night at Rachel’s

CHS soccer players train youth at camp

By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield High School Soccer Boosters had its annual

Poland Community Briefs

Showcase holiday celebration Independence Day is a time for celebration, family and patriotism.

Poland Seminary High School scholarship award recipients announced

Poland Seminary High School students in the class of 2015 that have received scholarships have been

Canfield Sports Briefs

Send Neighbors your news If you’re a summer sports coach or the parent of an athlete, we need your

C.H. Campbell kindergartners perform “E-I-E-I Oops!”

By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The kindergarten students of C.H. Campbell Elementary School

C.H. Campbell fourth-graders make final memories

By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Fourth-grade students at C.H. Campbell Elementary School

Austintown Community Briefs

Detwiler named to Dean’s List Sasha Detwiler was named to the Dean’s List at Youngstown State

Local students named to Spring 2015 Dean’s List at Youngstown State University

The following local students have been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at Youngstown State

Hilltop crowns Mills Spelling Bee champ

By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Twelve Hilltop Elementary School fourth-grade students put

Classic cars remind residents of past

By amanda tonoli atonoli@vindy.com Poland Shepherd of the Valley hosted its second Annual Car

Hilltop third-graders get Canfield history lesson

Third-grade students at Hilltop Elementary School received a lesson in local Canfield history during their Canfield History Walking Tour, visiting several historical sites and buildings on the village green and surrounding areas during the day-long tour May 29.

Giving more than hair

Erika Casey, Poland North Elementary School student, was the star of the show on May 27. During class she had her hair cut by stylist Anna Popovich, from Aria Salon, and donated it to Locks of Love to make wigs for those that have lost hair due to a medical condition.

Local students named to Spring 2015 Dean’s List at Youngstown State University

Samantha Anderson Alex Ankerman James Augustine Emily Chandler Rachael Davis Taylor Erdel

June 8

June 8 Criminal damaging: A vehicle’s windshield was damaged by rocks. It was parked at a home in

June 10

June 10 Warrant: Police arrested Grace Clutter, 41, of Parkman Road Northwest, Warren, on a

Nov. 14 chosen for Pompeo, Reed nuptials

Anna Pompeo and Andrew Reed, both of Poland, are engaged and set to wed on Nov. 14. The engagement

Fifth-grade students celebrate their last day at AIS

Austintown Intermediate School celebrated its fifth-grade students’ last day within the school on June 4. In the afternoon, an award ceremony was hosted in the cafeteria to reward students in various categories of success.

Miss Billock, Mr. Landsberger will be married

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Billock of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Kaitlin

Parents announce Kloss-Smith wedding plans

Kelsey Kloss and Roman Smith, both of Kent, are engaged, their parents are announcing. She is the

Fourth grade graduates always follow their ‘North Star’

By amanda tonoli atonoli@vindy.com On May 26, Poland North Elementary School honored fourth-

Austintown Sports Briefs

Hall of Fame to induct new additions The Austintown Fitch High School Athletic Hall of Fame will

Miss Matasic, Mr. Beatty will marry

Kim Matasic and Raymond Beatty, both of Poland, are engaged. Her parents are Lucille Matasic of

Boardman Center Middle School Honor Roll - Fourth Grading Period

Eighth Grade High Honor Roll Riley Adamowicz Augustino Arcuri Emma Arduin Andrew Beichner

Ashley Mrosko v Manuel Figueroa

Eric Hauter officiated at the 1 p.m. March 28 wedding of Ashley Mrosko and Manuel Figueroa at The

Italian NHS inducts new members

The Boardman High School chapter of the Societ Onoraria Italica, the Italian National Honor

Middle school students raise awareness for Jimmy V

By amanda tonoli atonoli@vindy.com Austintown Middle School participated in Jimmy V Day on May

Boardman Community Briefs

Detwiler named to Dean’s List Sasha Detwiler was named to the Dean’s List at Youngstown State

June 12

June 12 Citation: Police near state Route 170 pulled over and issued a minor-misdemeanor citation

June 11

June 11 Theft: A man reportedly stole a computer, a tent and other merchandise from Walmart, 1300

Participants have paper art party at library

Paper Art was hosted at the Boardman library on May 18. Those in fourth grade all the way through twelfth were welcomed, accepting parents as well.

Local students named to Spring 2015 Dean’s List at Youngstown State University

Alex Bohr Melissa Burky Alyssa Conn Heather Cramer Ryan Emborsky Adam Gleussner Joshua

West Boulevard Elementary Honor Roll - Fourth Grading Period

Second Grade Bug Club Austin Gardner Emily Leonard Mikaela Mojica Gabby Vennetti

Weather, loss do not dampen enthusiasm

Bill and Kathy Casper weren’t about to let the threat of a little rain keep them away from Eastwood Field.

oddly enough

oddly enough Something’s rotten: Stench from fridge sends 11 to hospital LEXINGTON, Ky.

Campagna’s single drives in game-winner for Ohio Glaciers

The Glaciers are one of six Youngstown teams in the Bob Cene Memorial Tournament.

Penguins open 2015-16 season at Dallas on Oct. 8

The Pittsburgh Penguins will begin and end the 2015-16 season on the road.

Some funding for racino communities heads to governor’s desk

Phantoms’ Connor projected as a top-14 pick

Kyle Connor is expected to be a lottery pick in tonight’s NHL Draft.

UK’s Towns, OSU’s Russell go 1-2 in draft

The first three picks were all freshmen.

USA’s offense against China’s defense

The winner advances to a semifinal against top-ranked Germany or No. 3 France.

Jason N. Roeback has more than 20 years experience in hospital/health-care leadership

Began career as a Navy officer in the Medical Service Corps

No mystery about top pick in tonight’s NHL Draft

For Connor McDavid, this is only the beginning.

Openly gay pitcher makes pro debut

Baseball history was made in Northern California wine country Thursday night when the sport’s first openly gay active professional started the game as a pitcher.

Customer complaints released by bureau

Associated Press WASHINGTON The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau released thousands of

Howland’s Grant given Big Ten medal of honor

Howland’s Grant given Big Ten medal of honor UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. Penn State student-athletes

Inside the ropes with …

Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 1-under par 69 in

Cavaliers trade out of draft’s first round

Cleveland swapped its first rounder for a pair of second-round picks from Minnesota.

Former Warren council president arraigned on credit-card charge

Former Warren councilman Bob A. Marchese is free on a personal recognizance bond on a felony charge of misuse of a credit card

Three indicted after house shot up

Two of three in custody

Struthers City Council approves elderly van service

Spikes blank Scrappers in home opener

The only highlight? Mahoning Valley managed four hits after getting blanked on Wednesday.

Father O’Neill said he may use his “be” philosophy for his last sermon this

Father O’Neill said he may use his “be” philosophy for his last sermon this Sunday. He used the

Hundreds mourn shooting victims

Associated Press NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. A choir and band launched into one of Ethel Lance’s

LOWELLVILLE Village seeks interim police chief

By JEANNE STARMACK starmack@vindy.com LOWELLVILLE Village council approved legislation to

Sciortino do 'the right thing' letter to be used as evidence he didn't

Opinion: Sciortino do 'the right thing' letter to be used as evidence he didn't

YEARS AGO

Today is Friday, June 26, the 177th day of 2015. There are 188 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED

Children do better when their father is in their lives

At Arlington Heights Recreation Center

Port authority choice for new director is puzzling

Editorial: A month ago, we bemoaned the fact that there were only eight applicants for the position of

City cop escapes injury from motorist

City cop escapes injury from motorist YOUNGSTOWN Reports said a Canfield man almost ran over a

Youngstown signed a deal to target speeders on highways and in school zones

Those caught speeding would pay a fee, but not be convicted of a moving violation

NEWSMAKERS

NEWSMAKERS Macnee, star of 1960s TV series ‘The Avengers,’ dies LOS ANGELES Patrick Macnee,

Today’s entertainment picks:

Today’s entertainment picks: v Steel Valley Supernationals, 9 a.m. to midnight: Drag racing,

Surplus food/clothing

Surplus food/clothing Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, various

McDonald's debuts new, more "contemporary" restaurant on 224 in Boardman

Is there double standard for private use of public computers?

Opinion: xxx

POLICE CALLS

POLICE CALLS Summary of recent criminal activity in Austintown, Boardman, Canfield and Poland

Man who gave part of liver to little girl has some good karma coming his way

Life has been anything but normal since David Denovchek of Niles donated part of his liver to a little girl May 27, potentially saving her life.

Fire at black church in Georgia was arson, officials say

Fire at black church in Georgia was arson, officials say MACON, Ga. A fire that damaged a

QUOTE OF THE DAY

Opinion: “The Supreme Court cannot legislate from the bench, ignore the Constitution and pass a multi-

Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Dovett Coleman and Edward Dubose, Youngstown, girl, June

Man, 19, killed in crash in Columbiana County

Man, 19, killed in crash in Columbiana County LISBON A 19-year-old man was killed in a crash on

rev. timothy o’neill

rev. timothy o’neill Background The Rev. Timothy O’Neill, raised on Youngstown’s West Side, will

OSU denies claims by former band director

Associated Press COLUMBUS The reputation of Ohio State University’s fired band director was not

CARL LEUBSDORF: Don’t count on gains to streamline voting

Opinion: Democratic frontrunner Hillary Clinton’s call for an automatic national voter registration system

MAHONING COUNTY COURTS

courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jason T. Berlin, 37, of, 16722 state Route 62,

Caisson to carry slain policeman to Ohio cemetery

Associated Press HAMILTON, Ohio A caisson from a southwestern Ohio sheriff’s office will carry

SCRIPTURES

Opinion: Do you not know that you are the temple of God and that the Spirit of God dwells in you? If anyone

Ohio retailers say ‘no’ to sales of Confederate flags

Associated Press Flag retailers across Ohio are pulling Confederate flags off their shelves after

Just Pizzelles featured in guide

Just Pizzelles featured in guide CORTLAND Just Pizzelles, a producer of gourmet Italian pizzelle

Applications for US jobless aid rise

Associated Press WASHINGTON The number of people seeking U.S. unemployment aid rose slightly

Testimony wraps up in Dawson case

Closing arguments set for today

birthdays

birthdays Singer Billy Davis Jr. of the Fifth Dimension is 77. Singer Georgie Fame is 72.

Don’t count on gains to streamline US voting

Opinion: xxxx

Poland school board recognizes 18 retiring staff members

Canfield Community Briefs

Showcase holiday celebration Independence Day is a time for celebration, family and patriotism.

Thursday, June 25 (105 stories)

Youngstown plan to save schools to launch with new panel selection

Budget OK'd by Ohio Senate a mixed bag for schools

Ohio charter school reforms advance

Bad news: More heavy rain on the way

Youngstown launches plan to crack down on speeders

Rev. Timothy O'Neill to retire after 23 years

New Cruze unveiling is July 9 in Lordstown

New Cruze coming to the Valley in July

Event to prepare men to become responsible dads is Monday in Youngstown

Lowellville mayor: No interim police chief appointed Thursday

Route 82 reopens following crash involving injuries

Saturday’s Escape concert at Warren Amphitheater is postponed

Greatest juniors tee Friday at Pine; Scramble tees at Mill

Greatest Golfer of the Valley aims to tee off its third junior qualifier of the season Friday — if Mother Nature agrees.

UPDATE | Supreme Court upholds nationwide health care law subsidies

Supreme Court gives Obama second big health care win

History society presents scavenger hunt

ResponsibleOhio launches effort to expunge pot offenses

ResponsibleOhio launches effort to expunge pot offenses from record

Youngstown swears in new safety officers

Ryan applauds Supreme Court decision on Affordable Care Act

Struthers probes Woodbine Avenue burglary

Traffic stop yields drugs, police say

Former Warren council president arraigned on credit-card charge

Stay away from jurors, judge warns

See 'The Raminator' at Salem Chrysler-Jeep-Dodge

Canfield man arrested after almost striking city officer with his car

Police probe Boardman burglary

Tag sale to benefit Friends of Fido

Aviator Frank Easton will be program topic

Radio club schedules Field Day at park

Scrappers will host breast care benefit

Scrappers will host breast care benefit niles The Mahoning Valley Scrappers will host the Joanie

HAPPY 96th BIRTHDAY John A. Kracko Jr.

HONOREE Residence: Poland Date of birth: June 25, 1919, in West Point, Ohio FAMILY Parents:

Columbiana Wine Festival scheduled for June 27, 28

The prolific Chili Challis finds outlet for his jokes

Comedian Chili Challis and his son will perform Friday and Saturday at the Funny Farm in Austintown.

The Howland Middle School student was sworn in as an honorary Air Force 2nd Lt.

Rode in a Humvee and a C-130 Hercules cargo plane

City school board opposes CEO plan

City school board members grade CEO plan an “F”

Hudson found not guilty in murder case

Jurors took about two hours to deliver verdicts

Warrant drummer only wanted to rock

Rock band Warrant will perform Saturday at the Steel Valley Supernationals in Salem.

Film series to screen SSLqBiciclette’

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Little Youngstown Cinema series will screen the 1948 film “Ladri di

‘Illusion’ at the Morley

‘Illusion’ at the Morley Mahoning Valley Players and Rust Belt Theater Company will present a free

It's a golden age for Blondie

Blondie will perform Monday at Packard Music Hall in Warren.

Critics of Youngstown Plan say local input was not sought

State says it's time to change the rules for failing school districts

Cruze arrives with no compromises

The 2016 Cruze is lighter, larger, with better fuel efficiency

Valley native with crystal voice is dedicated to helping others Maureen McGovern

Danielle St. Laurent Blondie will perform Monday at Packard Music Hall in Warren. By GUY

UAW, Lordstown plant leadership excited Cruze at center stage

By KALEA HALL khall@vindy.com DETROIT General Motors’ best-selling car has made its presence

Mahoning County court prepares for Supreme Court ruling on gay marriage

Valley native Kelly McCracken eagerly awaits the decision

Fast cars and ‘Fat N’ Furious’ stars are racing to event

By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com SALEM Thousands of people – and the quartet of “Fat N’

Trumbull commissioners call on governor to freeze issuance of permits for additional injection wells

Seek to freeze the issuance of injection well permits for three years

Help for street trees

Q. “What are your suggestions for street trees? Some will be under wires, some not.” Rebecca from

FIGHTING IRISH

Ursuline’s Fusillo, Morgione earn top honors at K.O. Drugs boxing finale By KEVIN CONNELLY

Try interplanting

Try interplanting Space under other plants? Try interplanting lettuce, radish and other plants

Pitchers perfect: Muckdogs flawless against Scrappers

Batavia pitchers Gabriel Castellanos, Brett Lilek and Steve Farnsworth combined on a perfect game.

Carrasco, Tribe finally able to tame Tigers

There was a humongous hole in Detroit’s lineup, and the Indians took advantage of it.

Botanical Mornings

Botanical Mornings When: Friday Time: 9 to10 am What: Take in the beauty of Fellows Riverside

Neutral Corner: Mooney’s Iacobucci working title fight

Youngstown native Dave Iacobucci work judge the Magdaleno-Gonzalez fight on Friday.

Scrappers’ 17th season in NYPL is under way

The Scrappers host State College tonight at Eastwood Field.

Top tips for growing tip-top tomatoes

By ERIC BARRETT Ohio State University Extension The tomatoes are in the ground. Hopefully, you

What to consider for your landscape Simply shrubs

By PAM BAYTOS OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Whether you are looking for showy flowers,

Deadhead?

Deadhead? Should you deadhead your flowers and shrubs? It depends. Most of the time, this will

As S. Carolina honors victims of shooting, Alabama lowers flags

Associated Press COLUMBIA, S.C. State senator and pastor Clementa Pinckney was carried Wednesday

Players now managers

Players now managers A pair of former Scrappers are now managing in the New York-Penn League.

Love opts out of contract with Cavaliers

Kevin Love is about to find out how much the league values him, and how much the Cavaliers want him.

Agenda Thursday

Agenda Thursday Jackson-Milton school board, special meeting, 6:20 a.m., high school building,

2nd prison employee arrested after escape

2nd prison employee arrested after escape BELLMONT, N.Y. A correction officer at a New York

Towns, Okafor, good lesser-known players top 2015 NBA draft

UK’s Karl-Anthony Towns is project as the top pick in the draft.

Man and woman charged after boy shot in the foot in Liberty

Two adults who live at the house charged with felony receiving stolen property and misdemeanor child endangering.

youngstown plan Highlights

Legislation passed Wednesday by both Ohio Houses would abolish the Youngstown City Schools Academic

Defense expert testifies on fatal injury

Says injury could have come from fall

Hubbard’s Wess competes in Warrior Games at Quantico

Justin Wess was injured in Iraq in 2002.

Byrd powers Reds past Cole, Pirates

Marlon Byrd hit a two-run homer during Cincinnati’s four-run first inning.

Conclusion of investigation prompts Lowellville police chief to resign

Former Lowellville police Chief Ryan Bonnaci will start his new job at Mercy Health next week.

Area doctor charged with assault

2016 Cruze Highlights

Here are some of the features of the 2016 Cruze: 40 miles per gallon highway. Rear leg room

Parkland improvements approved by Canfield Township officials

Three aspects part of proposed pavilion to arrive later this summer

Campbell’s mayor is being challenged by a retired city police officer

The law director race pits two candidates who’ve run against each other twice for the post

Summerfest events planned in Warren

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Flag-disposal ceremony planned

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Three Warren police officers receive discipline over use of law-enforcement data base

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Power is being restored in storm-ravaged areas

Associated Press TRENTON, N.J. Utility crews were working around the clock to clear toppled

Associated Press

Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama conceded Wednesday that the U.S. government

Surplus food/clothing

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Bomber apologizes, is sentenced

Associated Press BOSTON Moments before a judge sentenced him to death, Boston Marathon bomber

Wants 10 percent of tipping revenue from all county facilities

“Under the Dome” (9 p.m., CBS): Will “Under the Dome” get any more ludicrous

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Consider changing school year

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QUOTE OF THE DAY

Opinion: “These families have already suffered enough, and they should never feel ignored or victimized by

Def Leppard concert at Covelli is sold out

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Concert band to perform at Morley

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CAMPBELL, SEBRING Candidates

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American Legion Post 290, 44403 state Route 14, Columbiana; 330-482-9657

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Today

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Births

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Chevrolet reinvents itself, puts customer first

The key to reinventing Chevrolet will not only be through advertising, but through the products, a company official says

Let’s put Hillary in the hot seat

Opinion: Marco Rubio has a good backstory, and he enjoys telling it. Hardworking immigrant parents, humble

Farmers announces second acquisition this year

Farmers National Bank of Canfield will enter the Pennsylvania market with acquisition of 1st National Community Bank

AUDITIONS

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YEARS AGO

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NEW THIS WEEK

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Lavish spending, big debts of Rubio raise red flags

Opinion: Hillary Clinton’s reticence is drowning out her message, which is that she is the cure for the many

SCRIPTURES

Opinion: Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your

Warrant issued for arrest of former Warren City Council president

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Congress hands Obama big win on trade

Associated Press WASHINGTON In a triumph of divided government, the Republican-controlled

Memo to legislators: Don’t demolish housing agency

Editorial: Jeers to Ohio Senate President Keith Faber and his short-sighted cohorts for mindlessly aiming a

New McDonald’s opens in Boardman

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Port authority hires Moliterno executive director, decides against hiring second person

John Moliterno had been serving as the authority’s interim executive director

Selected local stocks

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Wednesday, June 24 (94 stories)

Batavia pitchers perfect against Scrappers

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Lowellville police chief resigns, cites outcome of ethics investigation

Lowellville police chief resigns

2 file to run for Campbell mayor

CRUZE DEBUT | Drivers should expect to be amazed at car's evolution

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Trumbull commissioners ask governor to freeze injection-well permits

Mahoning County court prepares for same-sex ruling

Chevrolet reinvents itself, puts customer first

Mahoning Co. health department seeks fixed funding for various programs

CRUZE DEBUT | Chevy team worked hard to make interior shine

CRUZE DEBUT | Next-Gen Cruze is the 5th rebranded Chevy for 2016

Senate, House OK plan to dissolve commission; hire city schools CEO

YSU President Jim Tressel talks with state Sen. Joe Schiavoni, state Reps. Ronald Gerberry and Sean O'Brien after the Senate Education committee moved the amended legislation this afternoon.

CRUZE DEBUT | The 2016 Chevrolet Cruze unveiled in Detroit

The 2016 Cruze debuted tonight during a global media event in Detroit with plant representatives, GM Chief Executive Officer Mary Barra and other GM corporate representatives in attendance.

Arrest warrant issued for former Warren City Council president

Downtown streets closed for Slide the City

Ohio man who killed 5 found dead of apparent prison suicide

BREAKING NEWS | Frankie Hudson Jr. found not guilty in 2011 homicide

Frankie Hudson Jr. found not guilty in 2011 homicide

New McDonald's restaurant in Boardman opens Thursday morning

Port Authority hires Moliterno as permanent executive director

Kevin Love opts out of contract with Cavs

Kevin Love opts out of contract with Cavs.

Def Leppard concert at Covelli is sold out

Tsarnaev gets death sentence for Boston Marathon bombings

Reckless driving leads to drug and gun charges

Man and woman charged after boy shot in the foot in Liberty

John Moliterno and Anthony Trevena meeting with WPA in job search

Ethan Hoffman is YARS Pilot For A Day

Alabama governor orders Confederate flags down at Capitol

Closing arguments set to begin in Hudson murder trial

Doctor charged with assault after Lake Club episode

Farmers National Banc Corp. acquires Tri-State First Banc Inc.

UPDATE | Senate bill would dissolve distress commission, create city schools CEO

Senate bill would dissolve distress commission, create city schools CEO

Defense expert takes the stand in Dawson trial

FOOD SALES AND DINNERS

THURSDAY VFW Donald Lockett Post 6488, 2065 Coitsville-Hubbard Road, Youngstown, and the Royal

GM president: Chevrolet has been reinvented

Austintown Lions, Lionesses install officers

Lions sponsor rabies vaccine clinic

4-H club marches in parade

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Put Livermore on your winery list

Wente Winery in Livermore, Calif., carries on tradition.

Mahoning County public-library system committee awards contract for Boardman renovation

Youngstown pastor accused of sexual imposition

Federal reimbursement not expected for city school program

Because of a problem with a state audit being completed and an accreditation agency, the city school district won’t receive some federal reimbursement

Cruze a part of Chevy's innovative story

The new Cruze will debut today in Detroit.

Salem theater alumni in revue

Staff report SALEM Salem Community Theatre will present “Time Slip! A Century of Hits,” its

State Auditor Yost puts Austintown on "unauditable" list

Township administrator: "It's simply an accounting issue"

The ex-Mahoning County auditor is accused of illegally using government-owned computers and software more than 300 times

They were used to raise money to keep him in office, court documents claim

Trumbull coroner’s statistics back up theory about fentanyl arrival in Trumbull County

Arrival of the prescription drug fentanyl has contributed to the spike in Trumbull overdose deaths

Creations will compete in state contest in September

More than six inches of rain has fallen on the Mahoning Valley so far this month

Rain on Tuesday caused flooding in a section of Boardman

'Fat N' Furious renewed for 3rd season

The show is seen on The Discovery Channel

Storms wash out Greatest Golfer junior qualifier

Wednesday's scheduled event has been moved to July 1.

McCutchen, Cervelli HRs ignite Pirates’ huge inning

Andrew McCutchen and Francisco Cervelli homered during a fourth-inning outburst.

Strong finish enabled YSU’s Pluchinsky to win NEOAGC

Brandon Pluchinsky shot a round of 66 followed by a 69 to win the event.

NASCAR backs effort to remove Confederate flag

Tribune News Service charlotte, n.c. NASCAR, a sport with a rich Southern heritage, announced on

Sferra softball classic canceled by rain

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Lukes powers Scrappers in rout

Nathan Lukes went 4-for-5 with four RBIs and two of the Mahoning Valley Scrappers’ eight doubles.

oddly enough

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Brady presents his case in 10-hour hearing

Attorney: “I think we put in a very compelling case.”

Perfect picnic picks

Family Features Perk up your next picnic with these deliciously different sandwiches and salads

Valley unemployment down in May at 5.6 percent

The drop in the Mahoning Valley’s unemployment is consistent with the steady recovery economists are seeing.

Stateline game Friday at Geneva

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Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have

Price, Tigers continue dominance of Indians

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Take unique approach to freshen up your summer party

Family Features Picnics and parties, good friends and good food – these are the things that make

Make summer memories for less

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Three face drug charges in Campbell court after Penhale house search

Ohio decides to renew prison food contract

Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio on Tuesday renewed a contract to feed the state’s 50,000 prison

YEARS AGO

Today is Wednesday, June 24, the 175th day of 2015. There are 190 days left in the year.

Ohio charter school system is broken and must be fixed

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Swearing-in event

Swearing-in event YOUNGSTOWN Three new firefighters and a new police officer will be sworn in at

Surplus food

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Facebook surpasses Wal-Mart on stock market

Associated Press NEW YORK Facebook is now bigger than Wal-Mart, at least when it comes to its

Agenda Thursday

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Searchers buoyed by fresh evidence

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Obama administration to soften hostage policy

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Youngstown teams up with Mahoning County and Boardman to buy road salt

The proposal is lower than what the salt prices were last year

Jurors hear from cop, 911 call, in baby murder case

Cop tells of trying to save baby

Trumbull, Ashtabula township associations vote to ask Ohio Township Association for help

The Trumbull and Ashtabula counties township associations have taken their fight to increase protections for land owners near brine-injection wells to the next level.

SCRIPTURES

Opinion: For our citizenship is in heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for the Savior, the Lord Jesus

Port authority budget has room to add additional economic-development employee

The board of directors of the Western Reserve Port Authority, which will meet today to possibly hire a permanent executive director

PNC Foundation presents grants

Eight organizations receive grants from PNC Foundation

Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital James and Amanda Haupt, Youngstown, boy, June 22.

Hudson trial enters day two of testimony

Lead detective takes the stand

NEWSMAKERS

NEWSMAKERS Haggard concert in Warren is postponed Warren Merle Haggard has postponed his

South revisits Confederate images

Associated Press ATLANTA Calls to remove Confederate imagery from public places multiplied

Hillary’s past makes her unqualified for president

Opinion: There are no sure things in politics, but Hillary Clinton is the closest thing to a sure thing to

QUOTE OF THE DAY

Opinion: “The May 2014 to May 2015 improvement in all three counties in the Mahoning Valley shows us that

Nursery dedicated at Beeghly campus

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Virginia stays alive in CWS

Surprise starter Adam Haseley and Josh Sborz combined on a shutout for the Cavaliers.

Inspiring & amazing grace in Charleston

Opinion: “Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love

Ohio lawmakers plan to put business monopoly issue on fall ballot

HJR 4 would block groups from using the initiative petition process to pursue constitutional amendments granting monopolies or other types of commercial economic interests

Television series released on DVD this week include:

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Elderly woman fires gun, scares off burglar

The incident took place Tuesday afternoon

Cavaliers pick up Mozgov’s option for 2015-16

The Cavaliers made their first move of the summer, the easiest one.

Tuesday, June 23 (101 stories)

Expert: Fentanyl has contributed to Trumbull OD deaths

Artwork by nursing home residents to compete in statewide show

GM: Cruze a part of Chevy's innovative story

Cruze a part of Chevy's innovative story

Port authority says budget allows for position to be filled

Hudson murder trial enters second day

Townships seek help to control injection wells

Township seek help to control injection wells

PNC Foundation awards grants

Effort to buy salt at lower price works

Boardman 911 working again

Youngstown pastor accused of sexual imposition

Rains cancel Greatest Golfer juniors at Mill Creek

A record 65 junior golfers will tee off Wednesday for the third qualifier in the junior Greatest Golfer of the Valley.

Court files allege Sciortino misused county computers 100's of times

Flooding reported on Boardman roads

The emojis message on the new Cruze is fully decoded

The emojis message on the new cruze is fully decoded

Flood water closes Farmington Township road

Mahoning County public-library committee awards contract for Boardman renovation

Boardman family reports waking up to home burglary

UPDATE | State auditor says Austintown's financial records are a mess

State auditor says Austintown's financial records are a mess

Not guilty plea in criminal damaging and obstruction case

'Eight is Enough' star Dick Van Patten dies at 86

Three face drug charges in Campbell court after Penhale house search

UPDATE | Boardman Township 911 service is down

Boardman Township 911 service is down

Brookfield trustees change meeting schedules

UPDATE | More rain adds misery to the Valley

This morning's heavy rains brought flooding to an area near Western Reserve Road and Glenwood Avenue.

Not guilty plea in false alarm and obstruction case

May unemployment drops to 5.6 percent

Assailant knocks victim's teeth out during armed robbery

City man wounded in Monday night shooting

REUNIONS

Austintown-Fitch Class of 1973 will have its 60th birthday party Aug. 29 in McMahon Hall at the

Pageant nominees are being accepted

Dawson trial gets underway today

Library friends plan annual picnic

Sale day planned all over Kinsman

Fuel the Fight show rescheduled

Fuel the Fight show rescheduled BOARDMAN The third annual Fuel the Fight mega car and motorcycle

Poland Women’s Club installs officers

Boardman Lions welcome new officers

Merle Haggard concert Thursday at Packard Music Hall is postponed

A witness list in the Oakhill criminal-corruption case will be provided by Friday

The two sides agree on protocol for witnesses to hear and see confidential evidence

The 0.5-mill, five-year renewal generates about $915,489 a year

Mental health and recovery agencies wait for state budget to learn funding levels

YOUNGSTOWN PLAYHOUSE New-play festival winners selected

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Two plays have been selected for this year’s Voices of the Valley New

Man killed at bar was kicked out

Police say CCW holder shot him when he returned with shotgun

Scripture, hymns, prayers and reflection highlight interfaith memorial service

Reeds Chapel AME Church hosted the prayer service

10-year-old Leetonia Elementary School boy, dad drown during Father’s Day kayaking trip

Cardinal Joint Fire District promotes three to captain

Two men honored by Liberty Mutual Insurance

SC governor: Removing Confederate flag will move us forward

SC governor: Removing Confederate flag will defy race hatred Associated Press CHARLESTON, S.C.

Weather Channel takes climate change stance

By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK The Weather Channel is looking beyond cold

Browns gamble on Pryor

Former quarterback tries new position

notes From Stambaugh Auditorium

New coach: Jim Tomsula, the San Francisco 49ers’ new head coach, has been with the team since 2007.

Former Champion coach sues over district’s refusal to hire him to coach baseball

The former coach sued the school district over the hiring of someone else to coach the baseball team

Sandlot tournament honors Cene’s legacy

Cene Park will hold the inaugural Bob Cene Memorial Tournament this weekend.

Adult diseases now striking children because of poor diet and obesity Pediatric problem

By Megy Karydes Chicago Tribune Once seen only among an older population, adult diseases such as

Skillet, teapot boost iron intake

Q. When I was eating meat regularly, I was low in iron for several years, although I took iron

Curbstone Coaches honor spring state champions

The organization recognized state track and field champions as well as Champion’s championship softball team.

Tigers dominate Indians again

Cespedes drives in 3 for Detroit

Beatitude receives $10,000 for event

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Vanderbilt’s four-hitter produces series lead

Toffey’s double snaps scoreless tie

Warren man charged with assaulting four people during argument early Sunday in Hubbard

Purportedly punched three men and a woman, causing one of the victims to suffer a skull fracture.

GIVING BACK

49ers will be regulars here over next 7 months

Santander’s big bat ignites Scrappers

Muckdogs surrender 15 runs

FAST FACT

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around the horn | Monday’s other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Twins 13, White Sox 2 MINNEAPOLIS Kennys Vargas went 4 for 4 with a three-run

Low-interest loans for medical school

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oddly enough

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USA extends shutout streak

Americans oust Colombia to advance to quarterfinal showdown against China

Church shootings are reminder of extremists

Associated Press WASHINGTON Confronting extremists, law enforcement in the U.S. has been

US to provide weapons, forces, aircraft for NATO

Associated Press TALLINN, Estonia The U.S. committed Monday to contribute weapons, aircraft and

Agenda Wednesday

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Couple arraigned in North Side shooting

Each in jail on 500k bond

Searchers focus on land where woman’s body found

Associated Press CHILLICOTHE, Ohio Authorities say search teams are combing the land in southern

Absurdist drama plays out in Greece

Opinion: The only thing missing last Tuesday was a voice from a bullhorn saying, “Step right up!” And it

FAST FACT

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Envoy: Extremists united in offensive

Associated Press UNITED NATIONS A new offensive against the Afghan government and people is

Campbell cops sniff out hash oil operation

YEARS AGO

Today is Tuesday, June 23, the 174th day of 2015. There are 191 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED

Items found in cabin in hunt for prisoners

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US says IS suspect in Benghazi attack killed in airstrike

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Introducing the Trump circus, ‘The Greatest Sham on Earth’

Opinion: Now come Greeks bearing the gift of confirmation that Margaret Thatcher was right about socialist

Skillet, teapot boost iron intake

Q. When I was eating meat regularly, I was low in iron for several years, although I took iron

Enhanced Care Program announced

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Car cruise is a Lowellville summer tradition

LeHarps Road project contract awarded

Trustee notes two recent deaths

Commissioners told about danger at Boardman intersection

Report: MSU’s Powell transferring to YSU

Report: MSU’s Powell transferring to YSU YOUNGSTOWN Michigan State sophomore Jalyn Powell is

NEWSMAKERS

NEWSMAKERS Kardashian, West expecting baby boy NEW YORK Kim Kardashian is expecting a baby

US home sales increase in May

Associated Press WASHINGTON More Americans bought homes in May, a sign of economic strength that

MAHONING COUNTY COURTS

courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Cory A. Beight, 27, of 173 Melrose, Boardman, and

Cruze rumors swirl while GM prepares for June 24 debut

Rumor has it the next-generation Chevrolet Cruze will come in other versions outside of the sedan for the U.S. market.

City school board president requests meeting with state officials

The city school board president wants a meeting with state officials to learn what’s planned for the school district

Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Michael and Christine Rogers, Youngstown, girl, June 19.

‘Max’ tells story of Marine dog in Afghanistan war A four-legged hero

By John Anderson Newsday The title character of “Max” is the “Rambo of dogs,” says screenwriter

SCRIPTURES

Opinion: “For the Father Himself loves you, because you have loved Me, and have believed that I came forth

QUOTE OF THE DAY

Opinion: “Do not associate the cowardly actions of a racist to our Confederate Banner. There is absolutely no

CORRECTION

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Live music performances on television shows this week include:

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Clifford Dobbs of Youngstown raises his hand in prayer during the service.

Apple’s about-face was shrewd business move

Associated Press LOS ANGELES Apple’s abrupt about-face on paying royalties for songs during a

And they're off, slowly, in many directions

Turtle Derby in Lowellville in 54th year

What sounded familiar?

Editorial: Throughout Monday’s editorial on tomorrow’s unveiling of the new Cruze, slogans from Chevrolet

Our savvy Scrappers earn Valley’s respect, support

Editorial: Sixteen years ago this week, a group of young, talented – and yes, scrappy – young athletes took

Trial begins in South Side murder case

Victim's mother testifies she hears shots that killed son

Man faces charges

Man faces charges BOARDMAN A township man is scheduled to appear in court today after he was

Monday, June 22 (91 stories)

Twins Days fest will be Aug. 8-9

TWINSBURG The 2015 Twins Days Festival (twinsdays.org) will be Aug. 8 and 9 at Glenn Chamberlain

Wal-Mart removing Confederate flag items from stores, online

Poland school board recognizes 18 retiring staff members

UPDATE | Campbell cops sniff out hash oil operation, four in custody

Campbell cops sniff out hash oil operation, four in custody

Commissioners told about danger at Boardman intersection

Cardinal Joint Fire District Fire Board promotes three to captain

Levy on November ballot is first for combined mental health and recovery board

Car cruise is Lowellville summer tradition

54th Turtle Derby takes off in Lowellville

Indians to give top pick Aiken $2.5 million signing bonus

Indians to give top pick Aiken $2.5 million signing bonus.

Browns add former Ohio State standout Pryor

Browns awarded Terrelle Pryor, will try him at receiver.

City school board president requests meeting with state officials

S.C. governor calls for Confederate flag to come down

Boardman man arrested for firing BB gun at houses and vehicles

Poland Township police investigate accidental shooting with no injuries

Oakhill witness list will be made public by Friday

Lawmakers want to exempt feminine care products from taxes

COLUMBUS — Democratic lawmakers in the Ohio House want to exempt tampons and other feminine hygiene products from sales taxes. Reps. Greta Johnson (D-Akron) and Emilia Sykes (D-Akron) announced legislation accomplishing that task Monday, using the occasion to draw attention to the pay disparities between genders. "The cost of being a woman is high," Johnson said during a press conference at the Statehouse, noting that women spend $100-$250 or more per month on feminine care and related products. "... This may not seem like much, but over a lifetime of 2,375 days on their period, the costs add up. When you combine with the cost of female birth control and regulating a problematic period and purchasing necessary hygiene products, this can cost a women hundreds to thousands of dollars a year."

Lincoln Knolls Community Watch meets Tuesday

Haley, Graham to call for Confederate flag removal

Counterfeit bills show up at St. Nicholas Church Festival

Police arrest Walmart worker for giving away store items

UPDATE | Man who shot bar patron had valid CCW permit

UPDATE | Community recalls trio who died after kayaking Sunday

Trio die after kayaking Sunday in Willow Grove Park

Community gathers for Charleston service

Chevy uses emojis to celebrate Cruze debut

WORTH A LOOK

BINGO/Card PARTIES St. Columba Cathedral, 159 W. Rayen Ave., Youngstown, will have a Christmas in

Summer Play Days offered at church

Financial workshop planned at YWCA

Financial workshop planned at YWCA YOUNGSTOWN A “Keep it Safe” Financial Workshop will take

New officers begin term

Home Savings donates for Ursuline lighting

Rich Center for Autism receives check

Warren man charged with assaulting 4 people early Sunday in Hubbard

Warren man charged with assaulting four people during argument early Sunday in Hubbard

Juries selected this morning for 2 Youngstown murder trials

Juries selected this morning for a pair of Youngstown murder trials

Police wake up driver, discover gun, arrest him

UN-BEAR-ABLE

Scrappers swept in two close seven-inning contests

Finale set for K.O. Drugs tourney

High school students to battle on Wednesday

95-year-old man is self-taught organist

Ernie Bernard plays a concert every Wednesday at Whispering Pines Village

Fans, air conditioners available to eligible households

One-time payment of $250 for electric bill possible

Fryman returns for second round in MV

Former Indians third baseman is a skipper again

Fostering Dreams founders see opportunity at former church

Bob and Mary Alice Noble 'took a leap of faith'

Festival ends 5-night run

The weather was hit or miss through the week, but was hitting a home run Sunday evening.

Crush ALS/Team Bannon is making its 7th consecutive annual state trek

The Trek is a three-day, 270-mile bicycle ride to raise money for ALS research

Lane Family Funeral Homes in Boardman says it wants to be known as an all-purpose event center

Festivals getting old for My Morning Jacket

By DAVID BAUDER Associated Press NEW YORK Jim James and his band My Morning Jacket enjoy

Series star on the making of an ‘Empire’

By LUQMAN ADENIYI Associated Press NEW YORK Taraji P. Henson is on a mission: To take her

Hepburn’s son shares memories

By JOCELYN NOVECK AP National Writer NEW YORK Think of Audrey Hepburn, and your mind will

Murphy sacrifice lifts Indians in ninth

Anderson makes strong MLB debut on mound

Heritage Center didn’t garner enough community support

545 Management Group sells former church

Merle Haggard, 78, brings tour to Packard Music Hall Old-school ICON

By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com For traditional country music fans, Merle Haggard is one

Pitching-rich Nationals sweep ice-cold Pirates

Morton shelled as Washington scores 9 in first

K.O. Drugs High School boxing Championship pairings

Underclass Division (9th & 10th Grades) Featherweight — Isaiah Padilla (Struthers, 1-0) vs.

Swartzlander wins at Sharon

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ODDLY ENOUGH

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US saving posturing for field, Colombia

The winner gets China in next round

Workshop planned

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Pope visits Turin, denounces ‘powers’

Associated Press TURIN, ITALY Pope Francis paused in silent prayer before the Shroud of Turin on

Wooster woman to compete for title of Miss America

Associated Press MANSFIELD A 24-year-old woman from Northeast Ohio has been crowned Miss Ohio

Police chief resigns

Police chief resigns lowellville Village Police Chief Ryan Bonacci resigned from his position

Oldest member of Ice Capades to celebrate show’s anniversary

Associated Press EUCLID The oldest living member of the Ice Capades will be traveling from

Texas abortion law teed up for Supreme Court review

Associated Press WASHINGTON Abortion is back before the Supreme Court, and the justices could

LATEST DEVELOPMENTS

Thousands of people met up Sunday evening on Charleston’s main bridge in a show of unity and to join

Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Matthew and Brianne Severn, Youngstown, boy, June 20.

Body of missing woman found

Associated Press CHILLICOTHE A sheriff in southern Ohio says a body found over the weekend is

University of Cincinnati to host cancer-research event

Associated Press CINCINNATI The head of the University of Cincinnati’s Cancer Institute will

trumbull COUNTY COURTS

COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Albert W. Beniston, Jr., 44, of 911 N. Main St.,

Reopening church’s doors after shooting ‘sends message’

Associated Press CHARLESTON, S.C. Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church opened its tall,

Telescope backers to resume construction

Associated Press The construction of a $1.4 billion telescope on land considered sacred by some

Area faith leaders plan prayer and memorial service

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN In response to the recent shooting deaths of nine people inside Emmanuel

Fundraiser set for Friday in Canfield for special needs playground

Event is a Walk, Ride and Roll sponsored by Canfield Presbyterian Church

NOLA police arrest man in cop’s killing

Associated Press NEW ORLEANS After an intense 24-hour manhunt, New Orleans police Sunday

Manhunt for convicts shifts after sighting report

Associated Press FRIENDSHIP, N.Y. Investigators tracking two murder convicts who escaped from a

Agenda Tuesday

Agenda Tuesday Vienna Township trustees, special meeting, 7 p.m., town hall, 848 Youngstown

LTI’s electrical technology program to start

LTI begins its electrical technology program in September

YSU Jump Start enrolls nearly 100

YSU Jump Start allows incoming freshmen an early start on classes

List gives online YSU program high marks

Online list ranks YSU’s online engineering program 12th in nation

YEARS AGO

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Couples, officials, foes prep for marriage equality ruling

By DAN SEWELL Associated Press CINCINNATI With a U.S. Supreme Court ruling on same-sex

Surplus food/clothing

Surplus food/clothing Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, lunch,

Wake up, Obama, and end failed strategies to beat ISIS

Opinion: One of the most frustrating aspects of President Barack Obama’s “strategy” to degrade and destroy

SenSource teams up with Footmarks

SenSource teams up with Footmarks YOUNGSTOWN SenSource Inc., a Youngstown-based supplier of

SCRIPTURES

Opinion: For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should

The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the

‘Jurassic World’ holds box office, but ‘Inside Out’ shows bite

‘Jurassic World’ holds box office, but ‘Inside Out’ shows bite NEW YORK In a box-office bout of

GRADS LIST

GRADS LIST These students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted: MUSKINGUM

QUOTE OF THE DAY

Opinion: “Some folks might need some more time in order to walk in. But for those of us who are here this

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Cruze unveiling opens new chapter in Lordstown saga

Editorial: 11The first vehicle off the Lordstown General Motors Assembly line on April 28, 1966, was a gleaming

The sloping red line offers a sobering prognosis for American democracy. A new report on improving

Opinion: The sloping red line offers a sobering prognosis for American democracy. A new report on improving

Jones edges Blaney at Chicagoland Speedway

He’s won twice since Friday

Stunning finish

Masters champ Spieth strikes again

Nation should debate debates

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Possible GOP presidential candidate Kasich to visit Iowa this week

He will make several stops in Des Moines and Council Bluffs

New Orleans police arrest suspect at bus stop in killing of cop

The capture ended an intense 24-hour manhunt.

Kasich: Let states decide whether to take down Confederate flag

The governor personally opposes its display

Woman from Wooster wins Miss Ohio crown

A Mahoning Valley woman finished among the Top 10

Looking for a place to party? Why not try a funeral home?

The trend is not widespread, but it is growing nationwide.

Bells ring, throngs gather to show unity and love in aftermath of church killiings

HARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — For several minutes Sunday, the sweltering skies above this grieving city were alive with the sound of bells: high in steeples and in the hands of toddlers, all ringing and tinkling in unison to honor the nine people cut down during a Bible study at the historic Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church. Churches of all denominations across Charleston agreed to ring their bells at 10 a.m. in a gesture they hoped would send a healing message of unity and love to the world. Standing in the shadow of St. Matthew's Lutheran, less than a block from "Mother Emanuel," Kelly Nix said the event brought her immense comfort. "It's about grace, hearing the bells and being part of a community that we love," she said, tears rolling down her cheeks as her twin girls, Lana and Margeaux, who will turn 2 on Friday, ran around in their matching white dresses. "And searching for grace and faith in a time when you think of unthinkable things." Police say a white man named Dylann Storm Roof, 21, sat with the Bible study group for an hour Wednesday before pulling out a handgun and opening fire. Pastor Clementa Pinckney and eight others, ranging in age from 26 to 87, were killed. Authorities have called the shooting a hate crime and are investigating whether a racist screed posted on the Internet was written by the suspect. But if Roof intended to strike a blow for segregation, Sunday's event was meant as a message that he failed. Less than a block from Emanuel, several hundred people gathered in Marion Square Park, which is dominated by a statue of pro-slavery U.S. Rep. John C. Calhoun and flanked by the spires of St. Matthew's Lutheran and Citadel Square Baptist Church. Under a blazing sun, the throng held an interdenominational service, sitting on blankets and folding chairs beneath umbrellas and tents. Some wore T-shirts bearing the faces of those who were slain at the church. Behind the stage, hanging from the battlements of a castle-like hotel, hung a white banner with the words "Mother Emanuel, We Love You." Shortly before 10 a.m., Pastor Mike Seaver of Sovereign Grace Church in nearby Summerville read a passage from the book of Psalms. When he had finished, Seaver asked the throng to come closer together and urged them to "honor the Lord and weep with those who weep." Quincy Williams bent down and whispered to her 3-year-old sister, Michal, who was holding a purple plastic tambourine to match her purple dress. "Are you going to shake it really loud?" the big sister asked. The shiny cymbals tinkled in response. "Good job," Williams cooed. Quincy Williams is white. Her sister is black. She said their presence was a reminder that "God doesn't see color." "We're all his under the sun," Williams said as Michal shook her tambourine. "He created us individually, to be different. But those differences make us who we are." Across town at First Baptist, the Rev. R. Marshall Blalock read the names of the dead as their photos appeared on a large screen. He then told the story of a congregant whose young son was taunted by some whites at a fast food restaurant the day after the killings. "The white community needs to build a bridge to the black community," he said.

Communitywide memorial for Charleston victims set in Youngstown on Monday

Bishop George V. Murry of the Youngstown Diocese will take part

YSU recruit Zallow wins national title

The Warren JFK High graduate won the 110-meter hurdles at the New Balance Outdoor Nationals.

Scalzo: Keeping heartache in the family

Some fathers pass down diabetes. Others hand down heart disease. My father bequeathed a love for Cleveland sports.

Roths will mark 51st anniversary on family trip

POLAND Vincent and Catherine R. Roth of Poland will celebrate their 51st wedding anniversary this

Surprise party honors Craigs' 50th anniversary

BOARDMAN Ron and Maureen Craig of Boardman were honored for their 50th wedding anniversary with a

Amatores mark 60th anniversary with dinner

HUBBARD Mary and Anthony Amatore Sr. of Hubbard celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary June 11

Megan Mussler | Rob Marino

GIRARD Megan Mussler and Rob Marino exchanged wedding vows in a 2:30 p.m. ceremony officiated by

Up for adoption

Go online to angelsforanimals.org or call 330-549-1111 for more information. Name: Bobby Info:

Scottish Rite names 2 Masons for Meritorious Service Award

A Masonic group selects two for a coveted award.

The Links welcomes new members

F5RS to host rabbit adoption event

Celebrate Poland needs contestants

Mercy Health plans Safe Sitter classes

Friendships program planned at library

Hospice to offer grief camp for kids

Hospice to offer grief camp for kids PULASKI, PA. Hospice of the Valley grief camp is a day camp

Auction at Margaritaville will benefit Easter Seals

Auction at Margaritaville marks its 10th anniversary.

SENIOR SIDELIGHTS

Guardian Angels of Ohio, a volunteer program of Trumbull County Probate Court, is looking for new

SENIOR CITIZENS

Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet at noon Tuesday at St. Mark’s Fellowship Hall on Logan Way.

GARDEN CLUBS

MONDAY Lordstown will have a business meeting, and scholarship recipients will visit. Hostesses

Junior Civic League will present scholarships

The Junior Civic League will present nine scholarships to area graduates June 27.

Longoria hits HR as Kluber loses again

Corey Kluber, who was 18-9 last season with a 2.44 ERA, hasn’t won since May 28.

Runners to your marks … Upcoming races & walks

June SATURDAY — Applewood Swim Club 5K/two-mile walk in Boardman. Pre-registration deadline is

Bellino: Father of golf in the Valley

George Bellino learned the game growing up on the east side of Youngstown.

Chaney grad Brad Smith teaches more than football at camp

Brad Smith hosted his free True Foundation youth football camp Saturday at Stambaugh Stadium.

Brady’s legacy may be at stake in appeal

Tom Brady grew from a sixth-round draft choice into one of the best quarterbacks in NFL history.

Platini facing big decision in fight to lead FIFA

After years of waiting, Michel Platini’s destiny with FIFA is coming faster than he thought.

Scherzer just one hit from perfection vs. Pirates

The Nationals ace plunked Jose Tabata with two outs in the ninth inning and settled for a no-hitter.

Two dads reflect on how their lives shaped their families

Next-gen Cruze nearly ready to cruise

Next-generation Cruze to build off momentum of current model

Parents and patients attend first NICU reunion at ACH’s Beeghly Campus

‘True Detective’ returns, stays true to powerful past

By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK “True Detective” could drive you to drink. Its

THE Cruze Chronology

2008 Aug. 21: General Motors Co. announces it will invest more than $500 million in the U.S. to

Mahoning Valley Railroad Heritage Association hosts open house and 30th birthday celebration

Babbaro lands Sinatra role in show

Canfield singer joins the theatrical show with a unique premise By GUY D’ASTOLFO

Cardinal Joint Fire District deciding between two pieces of land for a third fire station

One would be a lease while the other would be purchase

Week of June 21, 2015

Rebecca S. Kosec to Juanita R. Horst, Lisbon Road, Canfield, $220,000. Nancy M. Wilkerson to

Day, Spieth among four in lead at U.S. Open

One day after he collapsed from a bout of vertigo, Jason Day was standing taller than ever Saturday in the U.S. Open.

Area golf calendar Upcoming outings & scrambles

JUNE SATURDAY — Warren JFK Boys Golf Outing at Olde Dutch Mill Golf Course. Four-person scramble,

AROUND THE VALLEY

AROUND THE VALLEY Area golf news & notes Greatest junior points leaders: After two qualifiers,

On the Links: Area golf league scores

MEN Bedford trails Golf Course Mahoning Valley — Loss gross: Wendell Wagon 34, Dave Naymick 36,

Tribune News Service (TNS)

Tribune News Service (TNS) Q. Our 8-year-old daughter tries to manipulate us and her siblings (she

Scrappers-Black Bears postponed; DH today

Scrappers-Black Bears postponed; DH today morgantown, W.va. Saturday’s game between the Mahoning

College World Series hedline

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Testament to trees

By Nara Schoenberg Chicago Tribune (TNS) The familiar floppy flowers of the magnolia tree are

Authors team up on ‘Unlikely Merger’

Authors team up on ‘Unlikely Merger’ AUSTINTOWN Julie Arduini, author of the

MVARA Field Day is Saturday and Sunday

Ham-radio operators will set up multiple stations at Mill Creek MetroParks Farm in Canfield

Farm Safety Day

Farm Safety Day MERCER, PA. The Mercer County Extension is sponsoring a Farm Safety Day from 9

Social Media Policy 101

Apple. Coke. Nike. Most large, well-known companies have established policies protecting their

MILESTONES

MILESTONES LAWYERS Juris doctorate Darien M. Brucoli, daughter of Susan and Thomas Brucoli of

State budget likely to contain funding cuts for townships and other government bodies.

Ohio Cultural Alliance meeting is July 6

Guest speakers are a retired YSU professor and a professor from the University of Dayton

TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY FUNDING

TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY FUNDING The following are estimated amounts local governments and

Mahoning detective speaks at group's meeting Monday

Detective Pat Mondora will present information about identity theft and phone fraud

Academic, good-government traditions die in South Range, but largess lives on

Opinion: Academic, good-government traditions die in South Range, but largess lives on 2Due to budget

Agenda Monday

Agenda Monday Youngstown City Schools Academic Distress Commission, 2 p.m., Irene L. Ward

YEARS AGO

Today is Sunday, June 21, the 172nd day of 2015. There are 193 days left in the year. Summer arrives

Blood Drives

Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,

Crisis shelter offers child-abuse prevention training

The first session is Saturday at First Presbyterian Church, 125 N. Jefferson St.

Fragile coalition forms in Iraq

Associated Press HABANIYAH, Iraq Parading across a desert base, hundreds of Sunni tribesmen who

Had SC church-goers been armed, carnage may have been much less

Opinion: Had SC church-goers been armed, carnage may have been much less As soon as the church shooting in

Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Robert and Miranda Foster, Lowellville, boy, June 19.

Boardman band keeps rolling

Opinion: Blake Windt grabs his toy of X-Men superhero Charles Xavier and whooshes it around the air in front

Republican lawmaker: Take down Confederate flag

Associated Press COLUMBIA, S.C. The Confederate flag has no place on South Carolina Statehouse

Get the facts on Ohio charter schools

Opinion: I am a taxpayer who is concerned about the many charter school scandals reported in the news. One

Police probe possible sighting

Associated Press FRIENDSHIP, N.Y. The search for two killers landed Saturday in New York’s

Ohio Lottery considers payout changes

Associated Press CLEVELAND Ohio Lottery officials are considering new options to pay some

10 people shot, 1 killed at block party in Detroit

10 people shot, 1 killed at block party in Detroit DETROIT Ten people were shot and one of

Parishioners let into church; FBI reviews online manifesto

Associated Press CHARLESTON, S.C. Parishioners were let into the bullet-scarred Emanuel African

PLAN, PACK, PAUSE

By ANNA JOHNSON Associated Press GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK, Ariz. Nearly 5 million people

Women event at YBI

Women event at YBI YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Business Incubator’s next Women in Entrepreneurship

AAA lists top summer vacation destinations

AAA lists top summer vacation destinations This summer is an ideal time to travel to Europe as the

Television Q&A

By Rich Heldenfels Q. Can you tell me what happened to the TV show “Duck Dynasty?” It was one of

Cool down when it heats up

Tougher federal energy standards mean that today’s air conditioners are a lot more efficient than

birthdays

birthdays Actor Bernie Kopell (“The Love Boat”) is 82. Comedian Joe Flaherty (“SCTV”) is 74.

LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS

SUPPLIER Specialty Strip & Oscillating Inc., a supplier of conventional coils, announced the

publishers weekly best-sellers For the week ending June 14

HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Finders Keepers,” by Stephen King (Scribner) 2. “The Girl on the Train,”

Simply Slavic draws crowd

You could smell the butter and onions — and just imagine how those pierogies tasted.

Today’s entertainment picks:

Today’s entertainment picks: v St. Nicholas Church Festival, 6-11 p.m.: Head to Struthers for this

Highs & lows mark 1st year of Tressel’s YSU presidency

Editorial: “Youngstown State University President Jim Tressel has been around higher education long enough to

Loved ones of YDC clients attend Stop the Closures rally

Why is "Oakhill" important?

Opinion: EDITOR’S NOTE: During Bertram de Souza’s hiatus, we are republishing some of his favorite columns.

Applause for Youngstown Playhouse

Opinion: How lucky we are to have such talent in Youngstown. Last month, had the pleasure of seeing “Fiddler

Hair-raising conclusions grow out of reviews of hair analyses

Opinion: Two years ago, the FBI agreed to review more than 2,000 cases processed between 1985 and 2000 in

NEWSMAKERS

NEWSMAKERS Kardashian’s spot on public radio show angers listeners CHICAGO An appearance by

Lift ban on oil exports, Vallourec official urges

Opinion: When the federal government announced recently that the U.S. economy actually shrank during the

COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COurts

COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Billie Blake v. Six Enterprises, money. Bank of

Saturday, June 20 (89 stories)

Loved ones of YDC clients attend Stop the Closures rally

Simply Slavic, though soggy, is still a hit

Police check out new lead on escaped New York prisoners

Parents and patients attend first NICU reunion at ACH’s Beeghly Campus

Mahoning Valley Railroad Heritage Association hosts open house and 30th birthday celebration

State budget likely to contain funding cuts for townships and other government bodies

Next-generation Cruze to build off momentum of current model

Cardinal Joint Fire District deciding between two pieces of land for a third fire station

Olivia Governor, Jack McDonald to marry in Aug.

CANFIELD Olivia Governor and Jack McDonald, both of Canfield, are engaged and planning an August

Parents announce Miss Crawford, Mr. Wolfgang rites

Larry and Evie (Kun) Crawford of Columbus and William and Cathy (Atherton) Wolfgang of Beloit are

Easter Seals plans Walk With Me

Healthy Kids Day set June 27 at church

Fathers will be given free admission

Fathers will be given free admission SALEM In honor of Father’s Day, Salem Historical Society

Lombardozzi- Grope vows set for Sept.

Ashley M. Lombardozzi and Matthew G. Grope, both of Poland, are engaged, their parents are

Evans-Sitler engagement is announced

AUSTINTOWN Rosemarie Evans of Austintown is announcing the engagement and upcoming wedding of her

Monroe-Davis engagement is announced

GIRARD Mr. and Mrs. James G. Monroe of Girard are announcing the engagement of their daughter,

Kristen Frank, Keith Miller are engaged

POLAND Peter and Carol Frank of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Kristen

Miss Blaney, Mr. Botting are engaged

CANFIELD Ronald and Diane Blaney of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter,

Early childhood program returns to DD Board

The Help Me Grow program staff will be housed at the Leonard Kirtz School.

Lady Antebellum takes new route with ‘747’

By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Coming off its 2013 album “Golden,” the members of Lady

"Jamie's story touched me"

Jamie opened her eyes: The whites were white

Worker mistakenly trashes art

Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. It was not the kind of public engagement that organizers of a

Strong ‘Dope’

By LINDSEY BAHR AP film writer “Dope” hooks you fast and strong. The coy, over-the-top

Speed dating moves to V2

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An evening of speed dating will take place Wednesday at V2 Restaurant,

Traffic engineer reprimanded

Robert Donham, Mahoning County traffic engineer, did work on a county computer for the Village of Windham, where he is mayor.

Oakland Center and Ballet Western Reserve in legal spat

Pirates’ winning streak ends at 8

A.J. Burnett (6-3) gave up 14 hits, the most in a career that began in 1999.

Cabrera helps Rays play HR derby vs. Indians

Asdrubal Cabrera hit one of three solo home runs for Tampa Bay in his return to Cleveland.

Lifting, running close out Games

The 38th annual Ohio Police and Fire Games concluded Friday with participation numbers up and nearly $3,000 raised for designated charities.

Accuracy mattered at Friday's Greatest Golfer Junior qualifier

Long-hitting Vitali leaves driver in the bag to qualify

Bay area celebrates Warriors’ NBA title

In a rare moment of glory, Oakland — a city that usually makes news for crime, corruption, protests and violence— shined in the national spotlight.

Scrappers ensure Black Bears’ debut no picnic

Anthony Santander and Emmauel Tapia hit back-to-back home runs and combined for six hits.

Reed, Spieth share lead; Woods misses cut

Unbeaten as Ryder Cup teammates, Patrick Reed and Jordan Spieth now chase a U.S. Open title this weekend at Chambers Bay.

CLASS B BASEBALl | From Cene Park

Astro Falcons 13, Southside Recycling 5 Marc DeGregorio got the win for Astro, allowing five runs

Florida, Vanderbilt win CWS routs

The Gators (52-17) scored four runs in the third inning against Virginia and five in the sixth to set up a rematch today.

Heisman winner John David Crow, 79

Heisman winner John David Crow, 79 COLLEGE STATION, Texas John David Crow, the bruising running

Ex-Buckeyes Herron, Simon back in Valley for ‘Inspiring’ golf

Boom Herron and John Simon played at Avalon Lakes on Friday.

Tribe gambles on achin’ Aiken

Brady Aiken had Tommy John surgery in March and won’t be able to pitch until next year.

No deal: Fan says he’ll keep A-Rod’s historic home run ball

Zack Hample has grabbed more than 8,000 home run balls.

One-time Islanders scammer going back to prison

John Spano Jr., 50, pleaded guilty last month to 16 counts of forgery.

Day of dizziness as vertigo drops golfer

Jason Day withdrew at Firestone in Akron last year with dizziness.

Energy company seeks producers for pipeline

Houston-based energy infrastructure company is seeking customers for its proposed Utica Marcellus Texas pipeline

Today’s entertainment picks:

Today’s entertainment picks: v Simply Slavic, noon to midnight: All are invited to this street

YEARS AGO

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Angels for Animals wants to spread wings

Angels for Animals wants to build a 25,000-square-foot, 24-hour full-service veterinary clinic

POLICE CALLS

POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD

Ramadan considered a spiritual retreat

More than 1.2 billion Muslims around the world have begun observing the month of Ramadan through

Perfect for the post

By Kristin E. Holmes The Philadelphia Inquirer (TNS) PHILADELPHIA By 10 a.m. on another jam-

Language for $500,000 racino payment within Ohio Senate approved state budget

Budget goes to conference committee while state and local officials express concern of another veto

LIVER TRANSPLANTATION

LIVER TRANSPLANTATION A liver transplant is a surgical procedure performed to replace a diseased

Concert at church

Concert at church WARREN Ohio Central East Warren District II will present a concert at 6 p.m.

YNDC donation

YNDC donation YOUNGSTOWN The Home Savings Charitable Foundation has donated $25,000 to the

vacation bible schools at area churches

Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public will run on the Religion page. Please include the

Farmers completes merger with National Bancshares

Farmers National Bank of Canfield becomes a seven-county institution after closing the deal on merging First National Bank of Orrville

Observance champions freedom of religion

Fortnight for Freedom was established by United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

Outdoor worship

Outdoor worship HUBBARD An outdoor worship service is planned at 10 a.m. June 28 at First

Man gets 23 years for string of robberies

Prosecutors did ask for 55 year sentence

Woman charged with stabbing her boyfriend

Tonya M. Gunther, 50, of Jefferson Street Southwest was arraigned Friday morning

MAHONING COUNTY COURTS

courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Luther P. Thomas Jr., 46, of 2025 E. Midlothian

Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital William and Casey Slaven, Lowellville, girl, June 18.

Does the devil rule Hollywood?

Opinion: Does the devil rule Hollywood? Hollywood seems happy in the hell it’s creating on earth. But do

Putin blasts US for ignoring interests

Associated Press ST. PETERSBURG, Russia Despite the showdown with the West over Ukraine, Moscow

Ohio unemployment rate stays the same

Ohio unemployment rate stays the same YOUNGSTOWN Ohio’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate

Pleads not guilty

Pleads not guilty STRUTHERS Gust Mamounis, 38, of Hawthorne Street pleaded not guilty Friday to

Trumbull deputy’s suspension reduced to three days

Deputy wrote a racially oriented Facebook post about a man who died in police custody in Baltimore

YPD swears in four new officers

Training began shortly after ceremony

Church victims’ families forgive suspect in court

Associated Press CHARLESTON, S.C. They forgave him. They advised him to repent for his sins, and

Prosecutors rest after emotional Colo. shooting trial

Associated Press CENTENNIAL, COLO. Prosecutors in the Colorado theater shooting trial rested

US report finds Iran threat undiminished as nuke deal nears

Associated Press WASHINGTON Iran’s support for international terrorist groups remained

Chief: Man killed officer so he would be killed by police

Associated Press CINCINNATI Cincinnati’s police chief says a man suspected of fatally shooting

Williams’ rehab efforts have begun

Williams’ rehab efforts have begun NEW YORK Brian Williams said the months since his suspension

EPA: Raise standards for fuel efficiency for heavy trucks

EPA: Raise standards for fuel efficiency for heavy trucks WASHINGTON The Obama administration

Suspect convicted in Akron slayings

Associated Press AKRON An Ohio man is facing the possibility of the death penalty after a jury

Selected local stocks

Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 25.15 —.16 Avalon

If You Go Celebrate Poland

Friday, June 26 Half-price book sale, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Friends of Poland Library Bookstore

Traffic camera firm’s ex-CEO pleads guilty to making bribes

Associated Press A former chief executive for a Phoenix-based traffic camera company pleaded

While traveling around Ohio, as I am doing this weekend, I hear from constituents on a range of

Opinion: While traveling around Ohio, as I am doing this weekend, I hear from constituents on a range of

ESCAPEd prisoners Across US, more than 220 listed as on loose

Associated Press NEW YORK Somewhere out there are an admitted killer who crawled through a Texas

Seman pleads not guilty to death penalty charges

Trial date not set yet

Author addresses girls’ issues

School, court and social service workers learned about the problems facing girls and how to address them at Everything Girls seminar

Charleston killings expose stains of racism, violence

Editorial: Wednesday, June 17, 2015, will go down in history as a day of agonizing irony for race relations in

Robert F. Hagan is resigning from the state board to take a lobbying job, the Mahoning County Democratic chairman says

His wife declined to discuss the new job

Most mass killers in US are white

Opinion: By ISSAC BAILEY Tribune Content Agency Two things: 1) Eight years ago, a horrific fire became

Two arraigned after house shot up

Warrant issued for third suspect

Shell paid $6M less than market value for site

Associated Press MONACA, PA. Officials say Shell Chemicals paid approximately $6 million less

Associated Press

Associated Press COLUMBUS A judge in Ohio declared restrictions imposed on a Toledo abortion

An agreement in the Oakhill criminal-corruption case will allow certain defense witnesses to hear secret recordings

Prosecutors will provide the rest of their evidence to the defense in about a week

Husted concerned about marijuana amendment

If the legislature's amendment passes, it would supersede the marijuana amendment because the legislature's amendment takes place immediately.

The Celebrate Poland event kicks off Friday

The Celebrate Poland event, a community favorite that attracts thousands of people each year, kicks off Friday

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Early childhood program returns to DD Board

Angels for Animals wants to build a 25,000-square-foot, 24-hour full-service veterinary clinic

Mahoning County traffic engineer receives reprimand

Denovchek gives Jamie life-saving living liver transplant

Agreement in the Oakhill criminal-corruption case will allow certain witnesses to hear secret recordings

Legal spat pits Oakland vs. Ballet Western Reserve

Gunfight on Cincinnati street leaves officer, armed man dead

DQ celebrates anniversary with free ice cream cake slices Monday

Bristol Township road closed for culvert replacement

Fundraiser for BWR dancer to attend prestigious school

Man goes to hospital after shooting in city

Man goes to hospital after city shooting

Trumbull County road reopens

Bond set at $1M for Roof during emotional hearing

Bond set at $1M for roof during emotional hearing

Farmers completes merger with National Bancshares

Police say Boardman man shot himself, lied about it, and now faces charges

Police say Boardman man shot himself, lied about, and now faces charges

Boardman Schools to host community workshop June 26

Boardman schools to host community workshop June 26

Food distribution Saturday at Nevels Temple Church of God in Christ

US Army Field Band coming to Boardman Park

Home Savings foundation makes $25K donation to YNDC

2 charged with breaking into South Side school

Campbell police investigating possible cruelty to animals

Library friends will host historian

Brookfield school board has special meeting Saturday morning

Open house set for rabbit adoptions

Conservation club plans community sale

Conservation club plans community sale HUBBARD Hubbard Conservation Club will host a community

Canfield Lions install officers and present awards

Canfield Lions met June 3 to install officers and present awards.

Warren woman charged with stabbing her boyfriend

Ohio State Fair offering alternatives to poultry shows

Struthers cops investigate theft from auto

20-year-old man gets prison term for aggravated robberies

Boardman police investigating burglary

Retirement Mass and celebration set for Rev. Timothy O’Neill

Community march set Monday to honor local center's legacy

Roof formally charged with 9 murders

4 officers added to Youngstown Police Department

4 added to Youngstown Police Department

Struthers man pleads not guilty to aggravated menacing charge

Pair accused of breaking into Williamson Elementary School

Pair caught breaking into Williamson Elementary School

Shooting suspect feared 'blacks were taking over the world'

BREAKING NEWS | Robert Seman pleads not guilty to aggravated murder charges

Robert Seman pleads not guilty to aggravated murder charges

Harry Meshel is Live with Louie – WATCH LIVE NOW

The always lively and interesting and straight-shooting Harry Meshel is live on Louie Free's Brainfood from the Heartland on Vindy Talk Radio.

Ohio secretary of state sees potential conflict with legalized marijuana amendment

Husted sees potential conflict with legalized marijuana amendment

No change in Ohio's unemployment rate in May

CLUB CALENDAR

CLASSES Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1965 will meet for dinner at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at

Gift basket winner is announced

Farmers completes merger with National Bank

Farmer's completes merger with National Bank

Salem theater offering classes

Staff report SALEM Salem Community Theater is offering dance classes with instructor Joanna

NBC gives Williams a shot at redemption

By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK NBC News said Thursday that Brian Williams will

Comedians will headline benefit show

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A evening of comedy featuring Mark Lundholm will come to Ford Family

Bond set at 500k for Brown

Judge says no continuance of next trial date

Interim Youngstown superintendent talks about plans

Stephen Stohla to seek input regarding city schools

Senior drivers take course at Shepherd of the Valley

By amanda tonoli atonoli@vindy.com AAA visited Shepherd of the Valley of Poland on May 19 to

Students have fun at field day

By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com To mark the end of the school year, fourth-grade students at

Fun frosting frenzy at the Boardman library

The Boardman library offered Frosted, a new adult cupcake decorating program on May 12.

Participants learn to make sugar scrubs

On May 18, Show What You Know: Body scrubs invited adults and anyone who wished to join to come to the Austintown library to make a body sugar scrub.

Local students earn spots on President’s List at Youngstown State University

The President’s List includes Youngstown State University students earning 4.0 grade point averages

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April 23 Theft: A resident from Lake Wobegon Drive reported theft by deception involving the

Local students earn spots on President’s List at Youngstown State University

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Local students named to Spring 2015 Dean’s List at Youngstown State University

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George-Peck engagement is announced

The parents of Linda George of Washington, D.C., and David Peck of Milton, Fla., are announcing the

Nicole Manross, Steven Stupka are engaged

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HOPE club looks to help the planet

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June 6 Burglary: Someone entered a home in the 7500 block of Jaguar Drive through an unlocked rear

Covell-Catullo wedding date is announced

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Hoover to speak at library Meet Dean Hoover from a Plakie Toy at the Austintown Branch of the

CHC fourth-graders present an evening of art and music

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Boardman Community Briefs

Rabbit adoption open house F5RS, a 501c3 rescue and sanctuary, will have a bunny open house on

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Readers rejoice for Write to Read

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Announcement of the engagement of Laura Musilli and Matthew McClain is being made by their parents,

June 4

June 4 Domestic violence: Andrea S. Bunofsky, 41, of Bedford Road, Lowellville, was charged with

June 1

June 1 Theft: Police released Kimberly Davis, 42, of Shadow Oak Drive, on a summons for the

Brianna Carter to be bride of Michael Mangus

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More is in store from Sciortino indictment

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Emergency summit on Greece set after talks end, fears rise

Associated Press LUXEMBOURG The eurozone’s 19 leaders have been summoned to an emergency summit

Free cookies for fathers at Eat’n Park

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Which woman should appear on $10 bill?

Associated Press WASHINGTON Harriet Tubman? Eleanor Roosevelt? Rosa Parks? Speculation is

New McDonald’s location in Boardman to open June 25

Other projects in Boardman moving along

Stenson, Johnson share Open lead

Woods finishes Round 1 with 80

‘Inside Out’ looks at childhood from a child’s mind

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Poll: Kasich's prez bid strong in Ohio, lacking in two other swing states

The governor was the lone GOP candidate in double digits in his home state

Stacchiotti takes Colorado State position

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Surplus food

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Today’s entertainment picks:

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US confident China was behind hack

Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration is increasingly confident that China’s

Canfield schools renewal levy to be on November ballot

Middle school and high school bus routes to be combined into one

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NEWSMAKERS Perez Hilton plans Father’s Day at home LOS ANGELES Sunday will be Perez Hilton’s

Two roads repaired in Liberty Township

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Timber Run Drive extension now open after Gibson Road closes

Gibson Road bridge over the Ohio Turnpike expected to be reopened after reconstruction in October

Warren house occupied by five people robbed of motorcycle

Police are investigating the early-morning armed robbery

Births

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Ohio Senate: Probate judges can issue search warrants

The impetus for the bill originated in Alliance

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Friend says suspect ranted about race

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President’s trade agenda rescued

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Police officer slashed; suspect shot dead in NYC

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Mahoning Valley Scrappers 2015 Season SchedulE

JUNE Friday — at West Virginia, 7:05 p.m. Saturday — at West Virginia, 7:05 p.m. Sunday — at

TCU relief pitching ousts LSU

Horned Frogs face Vanderbilt tonight

Suspect in custody; attack probed as hate crime

Associated Press CHARLESTON, S.C. It was an act of “pure, pure concentrated evil,” Charleston’s

6,500 injured in deck collapses since ’03

Associated Press BERKELEY, Calif. An estimated 6,500 people have been rushed to emergency rooms

Man indicted in theft from Tractor Supply, chase

Christopher M. Cretella, 56, of Florencedale Avenue in Youngstown and East Broadway Street in Girard, faces the charges

Burger chain slims down

Associated Press NEW YORK The burger chain that put “supersize” into the American vernacular is

Participation up for Police and Fire Games

More than 500 have taken part

Case will be bound over to grand jury

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Pirates streak at eight

Cole captures 11th win

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Library naming rights mulled

A still-unnamed donor proposes to give more than 60 percent of the cost of replacing the West Side library.

US agrees to provide benefits for exposure to Agent Orange

Associated Press WASHINGTON Ending years of wait, the government agreed Thursday to provide

Grand jury indicts man for November murder

Also has a robbery warrant

Remnants of tropical storm cause flooding

Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY The remnants of a tropical storm that moved in from the Gulf of

Agenda Saturday

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Organization brings meals to 24 area families for the summer

Valley pastor lost friend in S.C. shooting

The Rev. Brandon A.A.J. Davis remembers church and community leader

Activists file appeal to get Cleveland officers arrested

Associated Press CLEVELAND A group of activists filed an appeal Thursday that seeks to compel a

Conference committee will sort out Ohio budget differences

Man gets year in jail for beating girlfriend, son

Also an additional six months on traffic charges

31st annual JACK ARVIN football classic News & notes from Thursday’s game at Bo Rein Stadium in Niles

Washed-out: What was supposed to be a final send-off for nearly 70 graduated high school football

Hagan resigns

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DOUBLE TROUBLE

Scrappers have rare ambidextrous pitcher

Blatt defends James bond

Cavs coach says his relationship with superstar is positive

Sources: Lynn Bowden transferring to Harding

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Conference committee to sort out Ohio's new budget

Timber Run Drive extension now open after Gibson Road closes

Interim Youngstown superintendent talks about plans

Valley pastor lost friend in S.C. shooting

Mahoning County grand jury indicts man for November murder

Animal-rights activists set to appear at upcoming court cases

Car show rained out Sunday reset for June 28 in Boardman

UPDATE | Friday's Boardman Park board meeting canceled, next meeting is Monday

Friday's Boardman Park board meeting canceled, next meeting is Monday

St. Andrewes Church plans Charleston memorial service tonight

Man gets year in jail for beating girlfriend, son

Ohio House votes to restore rare coins sales-tax exemption

Pastor killed in church shooting was also honored legislator

UPDATE | Dylann Roof arrested, suspect in Charleston shootings

Dylann Roof arrested, suspect in Charleston shootings

House easily votes to repeal tax on medical equipment

Senate set to vote on $71B Ohio budget with abortion limits

Tee groups for Greatest Golfer juniors Friday at Tam O'

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Man sentenced to prison for rape of 3-year-old girl

Public library board will consider naming-rights policy

Girard police investigating several thefts

BREAKING NEWS | Charleston shooter caught

Charleston shooter caught

Man indicted in theft from Tractor Supply, chase

Hagan steps down from state board

Robert F. Hagan has submitted his resignation.

Poll: Kasich 's prez bid strong in Ohio, lacking in two other swing states

Kasich's prez bid strong in Ohio, lacking in two other swing states

Mahoning County Democratic Party HQ in Boardman vandalized

Judge sets bond for Paul Brown in his murder case

Warren police investigate robbery at house where motocycle is stolen

Warren police investigate robbery at house where motorcycle is stolen

UPDATE | Shooter ID'ed in Charleston shooting

Shooter ID'ed in Charleston shooting

Hartford Township road remains closed until June 26

Youngstown police arrest 2 on heroin charges

Boardman Township park commissioners meet Friday

Salem man dies after being dragged by taxi

UPDATE | Hate crime investigation underway in Charleston shooting

Hate crime investigation underway in Charleston shooting

Railroad association plans open house

Presentation set for Battle of Waterloo

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Ursuline classmates gather for 50th reunion

Men’s group funds Bibles for black students

Boardman Park hosts Family Night on Saturday

BREAKING | 9 dead in Charleston church shooting

Western Reserve Port Authority narrows search to two for executive director

The authority board will interview the finalists Wednesday in hopes of making a final selection.

Jagger’s advice: Make every show count

Associated Press NEW YORK The only goal The Rolling Stones have left in their career is to rock

Downtown festival becomes a movement Unifying a culture

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Simply Slavic, the downtown festival created specifically to celebrate

‘Obelisks & Odalisques’ photo exhibition Memory landmarks

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YSU students compose and record jazz album

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After 50 years, Stones still satisfy

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Zoo animals entertain library visitors

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Woman sentenced for animal cruelty

Apologizes to animal rights activists during sentencing

Police respond to shooting

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Scoreless streak ends, but Bucs keep winning

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Time to tie up the tomatoes

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US Open’s most important figure doesn’t play course

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Garden Exhibit

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LeBron loses Finals but wins back fans

James came back to Cleveland as a better leader than when he left.

NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE Bowman: Stanley Cup winners will keep Saad

Associated Press CHICAGo General manager Stan Bowman recalled the Chicago Blackhawks’

Try something new in your landscape 10 trees fit for the Valley

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Penguins lead Horizon with 18 honorees

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Bryant’s slam finishes rout of Tribe

The Cubs hit four homers in a 17-0 win over the Indians.

Ursuline’s Nick Armeni wins K.O. Drugs title bout

More championship bouts are slated for next week.

Struthers man charged with threatening children

Gust Mamounis followed seven children while brandishing a handgun

Blotches on peony leaves last year?

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“The Astronaut Wives Club” (8 p.m., ABC): Rocket science? Not so much on “The

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Manziel: Money sign is history

‘Johnny Football’ became more than Johnny Manziel could handle.

Mother of defendant in cemetery shooting arraigned

Faces misdemeanor charge of assault

If time or mobility is limited, choose perennials

By Marilyn McKinley OSU Extension master gardener volunteer I love, love, love perennials. My

NEW THIS WEEK

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Today

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SCRIPTURES

Opinion: “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For

POLICE CALLS

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A Mahoning County native is the president’s nominee for inspector general of the General Services Administration

She spoke with members of a Senate committee about her credentials as she seeks confirmation

Awesome art and funny phone calls

Youngstown artist R. Jason VanHoose has put together a new exhibition that will open Saturday at DNA

Local carpet stores raise money for veteran cause

Carpet One stores throughout the nation hope to do good by asking customers to donate to one of the foundation’s programs: Building for America’s Bravest.

No lawn awards for city schools

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buckets of love | Helping people in need

Buckets of Love is an outreach ministry that focuses on helping the homeless in a practical way.

MAHONING COUNTY COURTS

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Ohio tax-credit program isn’t broken, so don’t fix it

Editorial: Absence makes the heart grow fonder. So goes the tired yet decidedly true cliche. By extension,

QUOTE OF THE DAY

Opinion: “This is an individual who is apt to incite violence. This defendant, based on all these facts, is

Reports: Williams out as ‘Nightly News’ anchor

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Personnel committee meeting scheduled

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New student housing complex gains YSU trustees approval

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Valley executive banker dies at 83

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Drilling permits

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Four Warren men indicted in May 1 gunfire at gas station

The gunfire injured a teenager

Snubbing TPP shows US cares little for free trade

Opinion: How can it be that the largest pending trade deal in history – a deal backed both by a Democratic

Prosecution motion for continuance denied

Trial to begin Monday

Campbell recognizes donors for new gym

City of Campbell and the Campbell Police Department honored the donors for its new gym

YEARS AGO

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Births

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Road closing

Road closing YOUNGSTOWN High Street from Edwards Street to Oak Hill Avenue will be closed to

Bill would exempt precious metals from sales tax

The tax break also would cover investment coins

Buckets of Love outreach ministry helps the homeless and others in need

The Rev. James Beach founded the project

Quality improves in auto industry

Associated Press DETROIT The quality of cars and trucks made by European, Korean and U.S.

Hurricanes fizzle out in Omaha

It was the second time in five days the Gators (51-17) dominated Miami.

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Pass long-term bipartisan highway bill, senator urges.

A 60-day federal transportation bill extension expires July 31.

Where have all US flags gone?

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Standohar set for first GGOV qualifier since ’13

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Advisories posted at Lake Erie beaches

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Dangers of China’s big hack attack

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$71.3B budget clears state Senate panel

Associated Press COLUMBUS Majority Republicans in the Ohio Senate eliminated collective-

Commission Split over Outsourcing Tax Collection

Deadly balcony collapse is tied to rotted wooden beams

Associated Press BERKELEY, Calif. The balcony collapse that killed six college students appears

Bill would expand concealed weapons in Ohio

Associated Press COLUMBUS Concealed weapons would be permitted in places such as colleges and

Highway patrol responds to Trumbull NAACP allegation of racial profiling in Operation Warren Shield

The president of the Trumbull County NAACP chapter is calling last month’s Operation Warren Shield anti-drug effort part of an escalation in the war on drugs” that used racial profiling.

Youngstown finalizing agreement to have area Air Force reservists demolish 11 vacant structures

It’s the first project in what city and reserve officials say could be the start of something big

CD RATES

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Associated Press

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Brookfield schools gets help from Cafaro Foundation

The Cafaro Foundation donated $50,000 to the Brookfield Schools’ Addison Stadium project

Prosecutor: Worker discussed having inmates kill husband

Associated Press PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. A woman charged with helping two convicted murderers escape

Pentagon chief: Iraqi training goal to fall way short of recruits

Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. will fall way short of meeting its goal of training 24,000

Stephen Stohla is Youngstown schools interim superintendent

Stephen Stohla, former Brookfield and Alliance superintendent, was picked as interim Youngstown superintendent

Two men face charges in argument outside Liberty Walmart

Jermaine D. Phipps, 43, of Liberty, was arraigned Wednesday related to an argument in the Walmart parking lot that resulted in a car crash.

City officials to use social media, other outlets to raise awareness of Aug. 4 income tax increase vote

Facebook page, in-home visits to be among strategies to be used by the city in weeks before the election

Downtown Youngstown business owners object to the city closing West Federal Street for festivals

Council approves fining downtown businesses for not removing snow and ice

Fire blight can destroy orchards

Q. Our ornamental pear trees have fire blight – bad! If I cut them down, can I plant in the same

Judge declares mistrial in murder case

Second mistrial since 2012

AUDITIONS

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Shooting reported at church in Charleston, South Carolina

Canfield officials to use social media, other outlets to raise awareness of Aug. 4 income tax increase vote

Youngstown finalizing agreement to have area Air Force reservists demolish 11 vacant structures

Commission split over outsourcing Niles tax collection

Downtown Youngstown business owners object to the city closing West Federal Street for festivals

Brian Williams to stay with NBC, sources say

Stephen Stohla is Youngstown schools interim superintendent

Youngstown police investigate gunfire on the South Side

YSU trustees approve $177 million fiscal-year 2016 operating budget

YSU approves leasing university property to Columbus business for student housing

YSU committee approves leasing university property to Columbus business for student housing

YMHA board meets Thursday

Ohio precious metals sales-tax break proposed

Ohio precious metals sales-tax break

Budget change eliminates union rights for Ohio care workers

Town pays $650,000 to family of woman, 89, shot by police

Youngstown man faces multiple charges related to impaired driving

US Sen. Sherrod Brown calls for bipartisan bill to maintain nation's roads, bridges

No charges for Ohio mother in child’s gun death

2 boys rescue young children from burning home in Florida

ODNR grants Halcon a drilling permit

Panel OKs ban on Ohio abortions relating to Down syndrome

Mayor John McNally

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Proposed legislation would expand concealed weapons in Ohio

Cafaro Foundation donates $50K for Brookfield stadium renovation

Boardman woman faces impaired driving charge

South Side street closed from Thursday to June 26

Poll: Kasich leads over Clinton in 3 swing states

Campbell police investigating threatening FB messages

Port authority narrows search for new executive director

2 men face charges after incident outside Liberty Walmart

2 men face charged after incident outside Liberty Walmart

Fortnight for Freedom observance begins Sunday

Youngstown woman gets probation on animal-cruelty charge

Dealing with Loss is program topic for First Friday Club

‘Dealing with Loss” is program topic for First Friday Club

Mahoning County health board committee meets Monday afternoon

Brown presses against closure of Youngstown postal facility

US stocks open higher as investors wait on Fed

Highway Patrol investigates abduction allegation

Limited number of seats released for Blondie concert

Judge declares mistrial in Brown case for third time

FOOD SALES AND DINNERS

THURSDAY Central Christian Church, 2051 E. Market St., Warren, will have its 66th annual

French courses are available

Date change set for library speaker

Date is corrected for Campbell class

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Say "Cheeseburger"

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First family of Spanish wine

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MRTA remembers former educators

Mahoning DAR chapter donates to veterans

Catholic War Veterans honor members

Keeping Saad a top goal for Cup champs

Former MV Phantom is a restricted free agent

Trial date for ex-Mahoning County auditor is Aug. 3

He’s accused of 25 felonies related to illegally using government-owned computers and software

Top-selling rockers experiment on new album Re-imagining Imagine Dragons

By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Imagine Dragons bassist Ben McKee said the last time his

Frack tax won't be part of Ohio spending plan

The severance-tax issue would be put before a new Ohio 2020 Tax Policy Study Commission

Halestorm is coming to Packard Music Hall

Staff report WARREN Halestorm will come to Packard Music Hall on Sept. 29 for an 8:30 p.m.

Former South Range Middle School AD promoted

Feren will no longer coach softball

Defense asks for dismissal for third time

Claim were never given video

Summer camp offers STEM focus

Students create, innovate and learn at Camp Invention

RECORD REVIEWS

James Taylor Album: “Before This World” Grade: A In more than four decades, James Taylor has

The 12-bed facility is expected to open in November

Supportive housing a big part of treatment

More rain in the Mahoning Valley’s forecast

Portions of the area, particularly in Trumbull County, have already been flooded

Human origins exhibit coming to Valley

Staff report ANDOVER Andover Public Library has been chosen as one of 19 public libraries in the

Warriors win NBA Finals

Golden State won the NBA Finals, 4-2, over Cleveland.

Cards probed for hacking Astros database

Subpoenas have been issued to members of the St. Louis front office

Canfield man charged with mail fraud

The defendant is Peter J. Luchansky, 60

Ohio Lottery sued over $11.1 million jackpot ticket

A Beloit man seeks to bar the Ohio Lottery Commission from paying or voiding the winning ticket he says someone surreptitiously commandeered from him.

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world cup roundup | Tuesday’s other matches

Australia 1, Sweden 1 EDMONTON, ALBERTA Lisa De Vanna’s early goal was enough for Australia to

Bauer, power lead Indians over Cubs

Carlos Santana hit a three-run homer and an RBI double, Trevor Bauer pitched seven innings of four-hit ball.

McIlroy favored at Chambers Bay

Rory McIlroy didn’t fare so well the last time he played links golf.

oddly enough

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Italiano named smartest player in college football

Italiano named smartest player in college football Kent State safety, and Canfield High School

Steelers convinced Moats to stay

If Arthur Moats is being honest, he’s kind of surprised he’s here.

Gipson reports, but unable to practice

Gipson said that had this been the regular season, he would have been on the field.

around the horn Tuesday night’s other games

INTERLEAGUE Cardinals 3, Twins 2 ST. LOUIS St. Louis extended its winning streak to five by

Curry, fellow Warriors just too much for LeBron

A half century of misery in Cleveland drags on. LeBron James just didn’t have enough help.

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YOLO Grille and Taproom: Familiar flavors with a spin

YOLO in Austintown features a blended menu of delicious dishes.

Wambach’s goal wins it for USA

Abby Wambach is used to scoring with her head. She’s not sure how she got her latest goal.

Dog’s day: Fiji takes home gold

The four year-old, Czechoslovakian-bred Belgium Malinois took gold medals in three events.

major league baseball standings, boxscores and leaders

STANDINGS American League East Division WLPctGB Tampa Bay3630.545— New York3430.5311

college world series | Tuesday’s games

Vanderbilt 1, TCU 0 OMAHA, NEB. Zander Wiel’s home run leading off the seventh inning broke up

Mission, politics to chart future of Valley air base

Editorial: There are two factors that will come into play as the future of the 62-year-old Air Force Reserve

‘Micro-aggression’ can produce macro dangers

Opinion: On Saturday, I was impressed with Hillary Clinton. On Sunday, I was disappointed. Something tells me

QUOTE OF THE DAY

Opinion: “I certainly don’t stay out of the sun. I also don’t ... put on blackface as a performance.”

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Opinion: “If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your

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YEARS AGO

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The political left has come up with a new buzzword: “micro-aggression.”

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Television series released on DVD this week include:

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Scholarship event

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Dietary directive

Associated Press WASHINGTON Popular foods such as pie crusts, frostings and microwave popcorn

Al-Qaida leader killed in US strike

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Ohio leaders seek to block special-interest ballot issues

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Trump enters 2016 presidential race

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Valley’s housing market looked positive in May

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Newsmakers Billionaire hotel mogul Kirk Kerkorian dies LAS VEGAS Billionaire Kirk Kerkorian,

Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate says he’s ‘not traveling the most conventional road’ to the seat

Also says he’s ‘not a known entity around the state’

Warren Steel Holdings investor says company is in ‘serious peril’

Vadim Shulman from Monaco says fellow investors conspired to reduce the value of his shares in the company.

Poland Village Council moves forward with road levy resolution

Woman injured

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Resume, interview seminar in Struthers

Resume, interview seminar in Struthers STRUTHERS Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church, 67 McClure

Pittsburgh guests see positive energy in Youngstown

Representatives from New Sun Rising, a program for social innovators based in Pittsburgh, found a lot of positive energy in Youngstown.

6 killed in Calif. balcony collapse

Associated Press BERKELEY, Calif. A 21st-birthday party thrown by a group of visiting Irish

Boardman teacher pleads guilty to OVI; school district supports him

Boardman Superintendent: "He will continue with the district for the 2015 to 2016 school year"

State, local officials gather to break ground on I-80 project

Six miles of road from Austintown to Girard to be widened by July 2018

Hubbard Purchases new police cruiser, moves to resurface roads

Hubbard adds marked car to police fleet, plans for road resurfacing

Surplus food

Surplus food New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St., Youngstown, various commodities, 9 to

Historic tax credit freeze lifted, developers relieved

The Ohio Senate stripped the budget of a proposal to freeze historic preservation tax credits.

Self-identifying

Associated Press WASHINGTON Rachel Dolezal, born to white parents, self-identifies as black – a

Defense asks judge to keep trial date for next week

Man accused of murdering his 15-month-old son

Security failures paved the way for hack

Associated Press WASHINGTON The agency that allowed hackers linked to China to steal private

Morton still perfect as Bucs blank Sox

Charlie Morton (5-0) struck out three and walked just one to lower his ERA to 1.62.

Tuesday, June 16 (111 stories)

Some Armstrong customers frustrated by NBA Finals disruptions

Poland Village Council moves forward with road levy resolution

Historic tax credit freeze lifted, developers relieved

Six miles of road from Austintown to Girard to be widened by July 2018

Panel OKs ban on Ohio abortions relating to Down Syndrome

Boardman teacher pleads guilty to OVI; school district supports him

Hubbard mosquito-spraying program is Thursday

Former Ravens cheerleader pleads guilty to rape

Hispanics accuse border patrol agents of profiling in Ohio

Toyota adds nearly 1.4M vehicles to Takata air bag recall

Bristolville woman injured in West Farmington traffic accident

Bristolville woman injured in West Farming traffic accident

Ohio leaders seek to block special-interest ballot issues

These Trumbull County roads closed immediately because of flooding

Bandit armed with barbecue fork, large knife robs Pa. stores

Man sentenced to 5 years in prison for impersonating Ohio trooper

Ohio Senate decides not to freeze historic tax credits

UPDATE | Billionaire Donald Trump joins crowded GOP field for president

Billionaire Donald Trump joins crowded GOP field for president

Tropical Storm Bill expected to make Texas landfall

Activists seek warrants for Cleveland officers in boy’s fatal shooting

Leaders: Tax hike on Ohio drillers won’t be in state budget

Bloomberg Philanthropies gives $100M to Cornell NYC campus

Indictment: Man helped plan Texas cartoon contest shooting

Western Reserve Port Authority board meets Wednesday

Kirk Kerkorian, billionaire and Las Vegas casino mogul, dies

Girard police looking for stolen ATV

40 to tee Friday at Tam'O for junior Greatest Golfer

The second stop on the six-leg junior Greatest Golfer of the Valley qualifier trail will tee off Friday at 9 a.m.

Ohio Lottery sued over $11.1 million jackpot ticket

All-star softball games postponed

About 80 youngsters attend Camp Invention in Youngstown

Coitsville trustees meet Wednesday

BREAKING NEWS | Donald Trump announces run for the White House in 2016

Donald Trump announces run for White House in 2016

Ex-NAACP leader Rachel Dolezal: 'I identify as black'

Canfield man faces federal mail-fraud charge

Ursuline Sisters plan open house at health-care wing

Gap to shutter 175 stores, shed 250 jobs

Men of Faith breakfast is Saturday

Youngstown firefighters battled 2 blazes Monday

Struthers Record Commission meets Wednesday

Halestorm coming to Packard Music Hall

Testimony underway in Paul Brown murder trial

Rising Star Baptist Church vacation Bible school begins June 22

Official: California balcony collapse kills 5 Irish students

STORM UPDATE | Chuck E. Cheese's closed by flooding at Eastwood Mall

Sciortino pleads not guilty to latest round of felony indictments

REUNIONS

Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1970 will have its 45th reunion at 6 p.m. Aug. 1 at Bruno’s

West Side Cats still needs donations

Happy Wanderers will meet Friday

Leetonia library lists summer programs

Leetonia library lists summer programs LEETONIA The Leetonia Community Public Library, 181

Youngstown water customers to get consumer-confidence report with water bills

Garden club awards scholarships

Poland Junior Women socialize

Four historical markers set for unveiling June 26 in downtown Youngstown

Ruritan welcomes new member

Area’s best softball players square off in Sferra Classic

The Mahoning and Trumbull teams will each play split-squads today at YSU.

Force to be reckoned with

James confident of forcing Game 7

Blackhawks win third Stanley Cup in six seasons

Duncan Keith was a unanimous selection for the Conn Smythe Trophy for playoff MVP.

Pirates jump on Rodon, roll past Chicago

Pittsburgh has recorded shutouts in four of the last five games.

Feds provide $45 million for economic development projects

The initial focus of the money will be in Youngstown, Warren and Akron

YSU arts fest adds literary element

Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The annual Summer Festival of the Arts will include a public project in

Boardman Park Adventure Day Camp kicks off for the summer

Pixar’s ‘Inside Out’ looks into a young girl’s mind Animated emotions

By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES Drawing on real neuroscience and the latest

Flood waters cause evacuation of 7 residents of Champion Township apartment building

Vehicles were abandoned on several streets in Warren because of the flooding

Brother of man killed in Warren officer-involved shooting death charged with weapons offense

Tre Vaughn Walker also faces charges of shooting into a habitation in May

A Youngstown 5th Ward candidate spent $9,293 on a failed Democratic primary bid

The winner in the 5th spent about one-third of that amount

Girard Seniors Adapt to Smart Technology

AT&T, Girard Multi-generational host "Smartphones for Seniors" class

Ohio Police and Fire Games continue in the Mahoning Valley

The 38th annual event is in the Youngstown area for the fourth time.

All clear at Western Reserve Road near I-680 on first day of bridge closure

Spirit medium bridges the gap

James Van Praagh plans visit to Northeast Ohio By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Remember

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oddly enough $10K donation nets hockey fan chance to use Taser on mayor GLENDALE, Ariz. An

Smiles for Charity

Smiles for Charity HUBBARD Braydich Dental, 45 E. Liberty St., is whitening teeth through June

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY YOUNGSTOWN COUNCIL 1ST WARD Julius T. Oliver#: Had, $340; contributions, $735;

Masters champion Spieth looking to add to banner year

The 21-year-old can complete the second leg of the Grand Slam at this weekend’s U.S. Open.

Ex-Penguin Beal makes PGA Tour of Canada

Ex-Penguin Beal makes PGA Tour of Canada Former Youngstown State men’s golfer Ross Beal (2004-08)

Knowing the drill

By Don Hopey Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS) PITTSBURGH The American Medical Association, citing

America takes long path to limited government

Opinion: WASHINGTON Americans should have lighted 800 candles Monday for the birthday of the document

SCRIPTURES

Opinion: You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is

MAHONING COUNTY COURTS

courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Brandon D. Schubert, 29, of 797 Edenridge Drive,

TEDxYoungstown planned for Jan. 22

TEDxYoungstown planned for Jan. 22 YOUNGSTOWN The third TEDxYoungstown event has been scheduled

Take off for your children’s milestones

Opinion: “Order copies for you and extra copies for family and friends using this order form.” Until I

Agenda Wednesday

Agenda Wednesday Canfield City Council, 5:30 p.m., followed by town- hall meeting on proposed

Local communities have waited long enough for their gambling bet to pay off

Editorial: Just as nuclear energy failed to live up to its promise 50 years ago of electricity so cheap that

Live music performances on television shows this week include:

Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Wale: Tonight on “Jimmy Kimmel

Selected local stocks

Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 25.00 —.40 Avalon

City committee votes 2-1 in favor of giving a $39,599 grant to a former councilman’s group home

His wife, who is on the committee, didn’t vote or participate in the discussions on the project

Honda adds 1M cars to recall for air bags

Associated Press DETROIT At the insistence of U.S. safety regulators, Honda is adding more than

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Target will sell pharmacy, clinic businesses to CVS Health for $1.9B

Associated Press Target will sell its pharmacy and clinic businesses to CVS Health in the latest

colo. supreme court Workers can be fired for using pot off-duty

Associated Press DENVER Pot may be legal in Colorado, but you still can be fired for using it.

Youngstown council to consider legislation to double its motor-vehicle license fee at a Wednesday meeting

Council will again look at a proposal to fine downtown business owners for failing to shovel snow and ice

Ant bite relieved chronic pain

Q. I have chronic nerve pain that is never-ending in both legs. Walking helps me reduce the spasms

Trumbull prosecutor opposes parole for man convicted in Warren murder, burglary

Trumbull County Prosector Dennis Watkins has written a letter urging the parole board to keep Christopher W. Daniel in prison.

LaBrae High School team wins statewide Envirothon competition

The LaBrae High School Envirothon team took first place at the statewide competition held this year at Mohican State Park in Loudonville.

Ignition-switch death toll rises to 114

Associated Press DETROIT The death toll from faulty ignition switches in General Motors small

Quaglia work will continue in city schools

Quaglia Institute continues work in Youngstown schools for $195,000

City woman accused of leaving children home alone

A Youngstown mother is charged with endangering children, accused of leaving three children home alone

Judge dismisses perjury charges against 3 defendants

Judge dismisses perjury charges against 3 defendants YOUNGSTOWN Perjury charges of three

Vast data warehouse raises concerns over HealthCare.gov privacy

Associated Press WASHINGTON A government data warehouse that stores personal information on

Jeb Bush sounds upbeat, faces challenges in race

Associated Press MIAMI Vowing to win the Republican presidential nomination on his own merits,

Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Jamie Duke and Kyle Stevens, Youngstown, girl, June 12.

Password-storage service becomes victim of hackers

Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO A popular Web service that promises to help people keep their

Starter or sub, Wambach says she just wants to win

The United States can win Group D with a victory over Nigeria today.

Kurdish fighters seize IS-held land

Kurdish fighters seize IS-held land BEIRUT U.S.-backed Kurdish fighters captured large sections

QUOTE OF THE DAY

Opinion: “The party now in the White House is planning a no-suspense primary, for a no-change election.

Clinic groundbreaking

Clinic groundbreaking YOUNGSTOWN Tracy Plouck, director of the Ohio Department of Mental Health

new york escape Prison worker appears in court

Associated Press DANNEMORA, N.Y. A woman charged with helping two murderers escape from a

NEWSMAKERS

NEWSMAKERS NBA Finals Game 5 draws best rating since 2004 NEW YORK The NBA Finals Game 5 has

Jury selection begins in 2009 murder case

Paul Brown is on trial for the May 2009 murder of Ashten Jackson.

Drug testing, student transportation/activity fee to continue next year at South Range schools

Superintendent says no positive drug tests in first year of testing

YEARS AGO

YEARS AGO Today is Tuesday, June 16, the 167th day of 2015. There are 198 days left in the year.

NUMBERS IN THE NEWS $363M Associated Press

The amount Honda Motor Co. is setting aside to fund a growing recall of air bags that can explode

Immunization clinic

Immunization clinic NILES The Niles City Health Department, 34 W. State St., is offering a

Monday, June 15 (94 stories)

Blackhawks win third Cup in six years

Blackhawks win third Cup in six years.

Girard senior citizens get lessons in smart technology

Girard seniors get lessons in smart technology

Campaign report: Youngstown 5th Ward runner-up spent big

Jury selection ends in 2009 murder trial

Pirates roll to 11-0 win over White Sox

Pirates roll to 11-0 win over White Sox.

Youngstown school board OKs $195K pact to continue Quaglia efforts

Western Reserve Road bridge closure gets off to a good start

Western Reserve Road bridge closure gets off to good start

Youngstown council mulls motor-vehicle license increase

Boardman day camp kicks off and keeps kids active

URGENT: Warren FD warning people to stay inside as heavy rains bring flooding

Warren FD warning people to stay inside as heavy rains bring more flooding

Donate milk to help kids this summer

US Rep. Tim Ryan announces $45M in fed funding coming to tri-county area

Farmer's market is Tuesday in downtown Warren

Hubbard councilman to run for state rep seat held by O'Brien

Boardman law enforcement officials investigate arson

Target sells pharmacies to CVS Health

Boardman police investigating burglary at Retro Vape

New Waterford man arrested after bringing gun to Southern Park Mall

Lima man faces drug charges after Boardman traffic stop

Boardman police investigating robbery

Perjury case of Sebastian Rucci dismissed

Perjury trial of Sebastian Rucci dismissed

Flooding hits Trumbull County apartment complex; more rain in forecast

Prison worker charged with aiding escapees appears in court

Third TEDxYoungstown scheduled for Jan. 22, 2016

City committee votes to fund Gillam's East Side project

Art retreat planned at Villa Maria

Groening lecture set Thursday at church in Canfield

Clothing, microwave taken from Girard garage

Liberty police arrest Youngstown man for pot plants

Swarming mayflies, crashes close bridge for 2nd night

Supreme Court won’t revive North Carolina abortion law

Girard police arrest Youngstown woman after traffic stop

Seniors turn out to learn all about smartphones

Seniors turn out to learn about smartphones

Two write-in candidates join Niles race for mayor

WORTH A LOOK

CRAFT SHOWS Celebrate Poland craft show will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 27 at the

Sara Braden | Ryan Whiteleather

MILLERSBURG, OHIO Sara Beth Braden and Ryan Robert Whiteleather exchanged vows Sept. 6, 2014, at

Cherri Monty | Dr. Michael Miladore

YOUNGSTOWN Cherri Lyn Monty and Dr. Michael P. Miladore exchanged wedding vows during an afternoon

Miranda Russo | Phil Johnson

YOUNGSTOWN Miranda Russo and Phil Johnson were joined in marriage during a 1:30 p.m. ceremony May

Activists rally Wednesday as woman is sentenced in dog cruelty case

Woman arrested after stabbing ex-boyfriend with screwdriver

Lindsey Butta | Aaron Charlton

PHILADELPHIA Lindsey Butta and Aaron Charlton exchanged vows at a 5:30 p.m. wedding May 23 at

Jury selection underway in Ashten Jackson murder trial

3 children left home alone, mom faces charges

Electropop duo brings unique act to Cedars

By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Dancing and drumming is what Sagit

KO Drugs tournament set for semifinals

Wednesday will feature 22 bouts at the former South Range High School.

Kurt Busch reigns in rainy Michigan

The race was called after 138 of the 200 laps.

Despite rain, Phantoms (mostly) keep to schedule

Youngstown coach Anthony Noreen said “all the guys who came here got what they were promised.”

Depleted Cavaliers on brink of elimination

The Cavaliers can extend the series with a win on Tuesday in Cleveland.

Students compete for cash

Pennsylvania students compete in Shark Tank-like event

Fitch student's college options open up after scoring 30 on first ACT test

She is raising funds to go to conferences, college visits as her Fitch career progresses.

TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS

COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Justin M. Clark, 24, of 155 Diamond Way, Cortland,

Blackhawks return home one win from Cup

Chicago can finish off Tampa Bay in tonight’s Game 6.

Center raises funds for rescue groups

By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com HUBBARD Jaxson, all 105 pounds of him, seemed to enjoy the

How would candidate Kasich fare in a debate?

By Darrel Rowland Columbus Dispatch John Green can already see it. An array of eager

Official: US mulls placing heavy equipment in Poland

Official: US mulls placing heavy equipment in Poland WARSAW, Poland The U.S. will “soon” make a

Teen arrested in fatal shooting of 4

Associated Press COLUMBUS Police investigating the fatal shootings of four people at an Ohio

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oddly enough Spelling counts: Errors on signs cost county $4,000 NORRISTOWN, Pa. Spelling

Mayflies prompt bridge closure

Associated Press LANCASTER, Pa. Authorities say a swarm of mayflies was so dense it caused

Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak

Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Sunday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-over 72 in the

Political cartoon insulted veterans

Opinion: Political cartoon insulted veterans I am writing to comment on the very offensive political

10 get internships through YSU Nonprofit Leadership Summer Honors program

Ten YSU students secure summer internships with nonprofits

Two Canfield City road projects delayed a year due to funding cuts to ODOT

City is assured state monies will not be affected by delaying project

I-80 widening

I-80 widening YOUNGSTOWN The Ohio Department of Transportation will break ground Tuesday for the

Ginkgo tree planted at South Range

South Range seventh-graders learn about Ginkgo in class and plant a tree on school grounds

NEWSMAKERS

NEWSMAKERS ‘Jurassic World’ bites off biggest global debut of all time LOS ANGELES Dinosaurs

Canfield City water back to the 24-inch waterline as construction complete on repair

City officials, pipe maker still unsure of how failure happened

Columbus church has mission to Kirwan Homes

The church has worked 10 years with Neighborhood Ministries of Youngstown

YSU students take first at communication contest

Three YSu communication students earn first place at contest

Agenda Tuesday

Agenda Tuesday Garden District Neighborhood Association, 6:30 p.m., Fellows Riverside Garden,

Surplus food

Surplus food DAV chapter 2, 110 Westchester Drive, Austintown, food distribution for veterans

Freeze could stop restoration plans

Associated Press COLUMBUS Opponents of an Ohio Senate budget proposal to freeze historic

Nobel winner loses posts over ‘girls’ comment

Associated Press LONDON A week ago, Tim Hunt was a well-known Nobel Prize winner who was

The largest, $100,000, goes to justice system reform

Youngstown CityScape gets $60,000 over two years,

Prosecutor: Fugitives used contractors’ tools to escape

Associated Press DANNEMORA, N.Y. The two killers who cut their way out of a maximum-security

Zoo animals escape amid flooding

Associated Press TBILISI, Georgia Severe flooding in the Georgian capital left at least 12

Benefit for animals

Benefit for animals NILES Eat at the Texas Roadhouse, 2260 Niles-Cortland Road SE, from 4 to 10

WEDDING WOWS

By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN For about an hour, nearly 8,000 years of wedded bliss

Man tied to Dallas police HQ had violent past

Associated Press DALLAS The man linked to a violent assault on Dallas police headquarters was

Funeral homes increasingly using dogs to console mourners

Associated Press WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. Sandy Del Duca was mourning the death of her father when

K.O. DRUGS | Semifinal pairings

When: Wednesday. Doors open at 6 p.m. with the first bout at 7. Where: Old School Marketplace,

Simulation lab will train VA workers

Associated Press DAYTON A new $3.3 million simulation laboratory will train thousands of VA

libya US airstrike targets militant leader

Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. military launched airstrikes Sunday targeting and likely

If you go

If you go Who: Hank & Cupcakes When: 9 p.m. Wednesday. Where: Cedars, 706 Steel St.,

The top five concert tours, ranked by average box- office gross per city, includes the average

QUOTE OF THE DAY

Opinion: “I will be the youngest woman president in the history of the United States. And the first

SCRIPTURES

Opinion: Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I will dwell in the house of

Jack Black stars in new HBO comedy series ‘Brink’ seeks to mine humor in serious topics

IF YOU WATCH What: “The Brink” When: Sunday, 10:30 p.m. Where: HBO By Steven Zeitchik Los

ABC FAMILY ‘Becoming Us’ showcases boy’s unusual family

IF YOU WATCH What: “Becoming Us” When: First episode tonight at 6; second episode at 9

COMING WEDNESDAY

COMING WEDNESDAY YOLO Grille and Taproom offers familiar flavors with a spin. Valley Food

Let clean bill of health aid in fracking’s recovery

Editorial: A long-awaited report from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released this month strengthens

Bypass public schools

Opinion: My high school colors were green and white. At graduation the boys wore green robes, and the girls

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An urgent cry for help from election commission

Opinion: WASHINGTON It has come to this: The chairman of the Federal Election Commission and a fellow

YEARS AGO

YEARS AGO Today is Monday, June 15, the 166th day of 2015. There are 199 days left in the year.

Sunday, June 14 (85 stories)

Golden State takes 3-2 series lead on Cavaliers

Golden State takes 3-2 series lead on Cavaliers.

Police investigate roof collapse at Boardman business

It happened Saturday night.

Widespread flooding reported throughout Trumbull County

High-water signs are up in several communities

Heavy rain overwhelms Warren's storm-water system tonight

Widespread street flooding has been reported, but no streets were closed as of 9 p.m.

22 semifinals set for KO Drugs tourney on Wednesday

22 semifinals set for KO Drugs tourney on Wednesday.

Kurt Busch wins rain-shortened race

Kurt Busch wins rain-shortened race.

Overturned tractor trailer closes part of state Route 82

Emergency crews have been on the scene several hours this afternoon.

Jeb Bush to launch his campaign for president officially Monday

Remarks Ohio Gov. John Kasich: “I thought Jeb would take up all the oxygen. He hasn’t.”

'Jurassic World' sets new world record for its $511 million opening week

It’s been 14 years since there has been a new “Jurassic” film in theaters.

Canfield waterline repair expected to be completed Monday

The project entailed replacing about 2,600 lineal feet of the waterline that runs parallel to state Route 11.

Man slinging flagpole at cop fatally shot in Louisville

The shots were fired in self-defense, the police chief argues.

Columbus police continue probe into shooting deaths of four

Police have not provided a motive for the slayings.

Staharas' 60th anniversary to be celebrated

YOUNGSTOWN Andrew and Gladys Stahara of Youngstown will be observing their 60th wedding

Butlers' 50th honored at June dinner

AUSTINTOWN Robert and Carol Butler of Austintown were honored for their 50th wedding anniversary

50th anniversary dinner honors the Waterbecks

YOUNGSTOWN Gerald and Ella (Frease) Waterbeck of Youngstown recently celebrated their 50th wedding

Ronyaks mark 50th with family trips

BOARDMAN Donald F. Sr. and Marie C. Ronyak of Boardman were married July 24, 1965, at Immaculate

Family honors Smiths' 60th with dinner

BOARDMAN Mr. and Mrs. Carroll D. Smith of Boardman were honored for their 60th wedding anniversary

Jayne Alcorn, Todd DiMascio to marry Aug. 8

POLAND Patrick and Peggy Alcorn of Poland are announcing the engagement and upcoming nuptials of

Miss Billock, Mr. Landsberger will be married

POLAND Mr. and Mrs. Charles Billock of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter,

Covell-Catullo wedding date is announced

Reanna Covell and Carmine Catullo, both of Columbus, and their parents are announcing their

Nicole Manross, Steven Stupka are engaged

YOUNGSTOWN Nicole Manross and Steven Stupka, both of Youngstown, are announcing their upcoming

SENIOR CITIZENS

AARP 4611 will meet Wednesday at St. Augustine Episcopal Church, 614 Parmelee Ave., Youngstown. The

SENIOR SIDELIGHTS

Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise

YWCA artists' works will be on display

Former mayor will speak at gathering

Former mayor will speak at gathering LIBERTY The William Holmes McGuffey Historical Society will

Determination key to success || 2015 ATHENA Award winner feels blessed

By JoAnn Jones Special to The Vindicator When Genie Aubel, president of Mercy Health St.

Sorority presents 2015 scholarships

GARDEN CLUBS

THURSDAY Johnny Appleseed will meet at 7 p.m. for a program titled “Mill Creek Park Wildflowers”

FEDERATED CLUBS

WEDNESDAY Youngstown Federation will meet for a noon luncheon at Whitefire Grille, 6580 Ironwood

MASONIC GROUPS

WEDNESDAY Sunrise Chapter 458, OES, will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Liberty Masonic

HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY

HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY William ‘Biff’ Peyko HONOREE Residence: Vienna Date, place of birth:

HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY

HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY Louise F. Payne HONOREE Residence city: Youngs-town Date of birth: June

On this Flag Day, a new victory for Old Glory

Editorial: A Columbiana County state representative was a primary co-sponsor of the bill to protect the rights of all Ohioans to fly the Stars and Stripes.

Improve health of children; expand salad bars

Opinion: Salad bars are one of the easiest ways for School Food Authorities to meet the new school lunch nutrition standards

Sunday letters: Senate budget bill invites predatory lending; Red Cross works tirelessly to aid Haitian quake victims

Opinion: "Pawnbroker-plus" raises many questions.

Best of Bertram: Strickland fires back at Kasich

Opinion: This column was originally published in January 2011.

Valley air base aims high in plan for survival, growth

Must convince Air Force, federal government, taxpayers of their value

More than 5,000 participate in Color Run in downtown Youngstown

“It really is the happiest 5K,” said 27-year-old Danielle Clemente of Hubbard, who showed up to participate with four of her family members.

Valley grocer Henry Nemenz, 76, dies

Nemenz also served on many community boards and was charitable toward many organizations.

Get tough against illegal dumpers, officials urge.

Cleveland’s Environmental Crimes Task Force should be a model for Youngstown, officials say.

James prepared to do whatever Cavs need to win

LeBron James might have to put the Cleveland Cavaliers on his back.

Relay team honors teacher’s memory

Ken Reel was a beloved teacher at Canfield Middle School.

Trumbull County tops Mahoning in Classic

Girard’s Kyle Harris hit an inside-the-park home run.

Today's event to help 15 animal rescues

Fifteen local animal rescues will be helped through the fifth-annual open house fundraiser today at The Learning Dog Training & Enrichment Center, a force-free dog-training facility at 757 N. Main St.

Spotlight on teammates at Phantoms’ tryout camp

Life without Kyle Connor has begun for the Youngstown Phantoms.

METRO DIGEST || Piglets and Paint

Nature walk, talk Hermitage, PA. The public is invited to join the Mercer County Conservation

Inside the ropes with JASON KOKRAK

Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-over par 72 in

Runners, TO YOUR MARKS … Upcoming walks and races

June Friday — Midnight Mile at Second Sole in Boardman. Visit www.ytownrunners.org/races.

MILESTONES

Three earned doctorates: Kevin M. Brown, Madisyn A. Vaclav, Allison Lorraine Pavlov.

Puskas: It’s time for J.R. Smith to show up

NBA Finals now a best-of-three series, with a pivotal Game 5 tonight in Oakland, Calif.

Tressel, others take look back at first year

Community leaders give YSU President Jim Tressel high marks for his first year at the helm.

Week of June 14, 2015

Canfield Properties LLC to Resident Capital LLC, Hudson Ave., Boardman, $182,000. Fannie Mae to

Santana homers to help ruin Verlander’s return

Carlos Carrasco (8-5) struck out eight and allowed three runs for the win.

Agenda Monday

Agenda Monday Salem school board, work study 6:15 p.m. followed by board meeting at 7 p.m.,

Women’s world cup roundup | Saturday’s results

Women’s world cup roundup | Saturday’s results Colombia 2, France 0 Lady Andrade and Catalina

Documents detail police shooting of Cleveland boy holding pellet gun

Associated Press CLEVELAND Investigators have found no hard evidence a Cleveland police officer

Pitt star Boyd being investigated for DUI

Pitt star Boyd being investigated for DUI PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh star wide receiver Tyler Boyd is

VA reverses stance on Agent Orange

VA reverses stance on Agent Orange WASHINGTON Reversing a long-held position, the Department of

Blood Drives

Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,

Cole, Pirates edge Phillies

Gerrit Cole lacked his best stuff. The way things are going for the rapidly maturing Pirates ace, he doesn’t need it to get by.

Xfinity triumph completes Busch’s return from crash

After a scary crash at Daytona left him with a broken leg and foot, Kyle Busch had to focus on some pretty simple milestones.

Putting the hex on some U.S. Open contenders

This week the USGA is heading west, to one of the most unconventional U.S. Open courses in history.

In the Cup!

In the Cup! Area holes in one Paul Challvin aced the 125-yard No. 5 at Mill Creek Golf Course

Blackhawks take 3-2 lead in Stanley Cup Final

With another tenacious road victory in this agonizingly close Stanley Cup Final, the Chicago Blackhawks earned an opportunity to raise that silver trophy on their home ice.

Clinton formally kicks off 2016 bid

Associated Press NEW YORK Hillary Rodham Clinton formally kicked off her presidential campaign

Residents on edge as search for 2 killers goes on

Associated Press DANNEMORA, N.Y. Residents in rural New York, unaccustomed to locking their

NAACP leader to speak Monday

Associated Press SPOKANE, WASH. Spokane NAACP leader Rachel Dolezal says she will speak about

Saturday’s OTHER PRO GOLF RESULTS

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Parking situation – the unpretty lineman of downtown success

Opinion: The city of Youngstown is finishing a brand-spanking new parking lot on West Federal Street in the