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Keselowski wins in wild finish at Fontana
Kevin Harvick fell just short of a three-race West Coast sweep
Harrison returning to Steelers
Harrison shared a picture of himself signing the contract on Instagram and Twitter.
Every wins Arnold Palmer Invitational
Jason Kokrak shot a final-round 72 and finished tied for sixth.
LeBron scores 28 as Cavs beat Bucks, 108-90
LeBron James scored 28 points and sparked a key second-half run with an emphatic dunk.
Scores celebrate Greek Independence Day with parade, fest in Campbell
Greek Independence Day is observed in conjunction with the Feast of the Annunciation
Renowned magician and watchdog over supernatural claims will speak in Youngstown on March 30
The event will take place at 7 p.m. in Cushwa Hall at YSU.
At the movies: ’Insurgent’ seizes top spot this weekend; ’The Gunman’ misfires
The second installment in the “Divergent” series raked in $54 million
Conservatives rise, Socialists fall in French elections today
Only 51 percent of French voters turned out. Many women were elected.
Think your child may be experimenting with drugs? Check out this forum
It will take place March 31 in Boardman
Gov. Kasich has granted clemency sparingly to convicted criminals
Other governors used clemency much more frequently.
Relatives of black man murdered for whistling at white woman to speak in Columbiana County
The presentation will begin at 6 p.m. Thursday at Crestview Local Schools Performing Arts Center on Crestview Road.
Regulators keep eye on boom in "refund anticipation advances" on income tax returns
They now make up about 10 percent of H&R Block's business
Strong markets, increased production lead to lower gasoline prices
Average price for regular gas is now $2.71 per gallon
2016 presidential campaign begins as Cruz set to announce candidacy Monday
He will make the announcement at a college founded by the Rev. Jerry Falwell.
Mangled Meridian Road may get major repairs by summer 2016
Local officials are seeking out state and federal funds for the massive project
The flapjacks were flipping Saturday in Boardman
The pancake breakfast and Maple Syrup Festival continue today and next weekend
Hollywood Gaming's system has intercepted more than $80K in unpaid child support
State debt collected since opening more than $50K
Croatians celebrate heritage
Croatian Pride Day fills the St. George Croatian Home with the scents, sights and music of the culture.
Route 46 business sees some uptick with racino
By KALEA HALL khall@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Rumors of a water park are flowing through the
Documentary about former congressman James A. Traficant Jr. details his rise and fall
The film’s location had to be moved to a larger theater because of increased demand
Hollywood Gaming has had six steady months of operations in the Valley
Live racing to end next month
Buckeyes bounced by second-seeded Arizona
If D’Angelo Russell really has played his last collegiate game, it’s not the way Ohio State wanted to send him out.
Valley filmmaker releases 'No More Ugly Jessica'
David Walker of Niles has completed his third film, “No More Ugly Jessica.”
A&C Beverage beefs up downtown retail presence
A&C Beverage took over the 7,000 square-foot place at 45 South Ave. last fall.
‘the Late Late Show’ British coming to late night
IF YOU WATCH What: “The Late Late Show” Where: CBS When: Monday, 12:30 a.m. By LYNN ELBER
Jump Start offers incoming YSU freshmen head start at discounted rate
Incoming YSU freshmen can take summer courses at a discounted cost to get a Jump Start on their education
Ostrander uses bold moves to challenge in Hubbard
Ostrander began his approach by standing directly behind the hidden ball return path situated between gutters; thus, straddling two alleys.
columbiana, TRUMBULL COUNTY courts
COURTS Columbiana COUNTY New complaints Bruce Wyss et al v. Witmer’s Feed and Grain Inc.,
Easter festivities Area egg hunts and activities
A listing of area Easter egg hunts and other activities as submitted to The Vindicator: COLUMBIANA
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 7-under par 65 to
US, Iran cite progress
US, Iran cite progress LAUSANNE, Switzerland With 10 days to a nuclear deal deadline, top U.S
Ex-YSU standout Perry had to adjust to Australia
It was late November when Kendrick Perry started hearing the criticisms.
Chalk paint event is April 1 at Munnell Run Farm
Each participant is responsible for bringing their own medium-sized project for the class
Hollywood winners
Hollywood winners Five highest-paying jackpots: $40,062 on a $1 game $31,250 on a 25-cent game
Has America slipped backward to an era when racism ruled?
Opinion: Has America slipped backward to an era when racism ruled? I remember asking my mother and father
Area bowling league scores
Amron Lanes North Jackson Car Care Mixed Doubles — Men: Art Phillips 242-209-202-653, Dennis
‘Concrete Charlie’ was one of NFL’s last 60-minute men
Chuck Bednarik, a Pro Football Hall of Famer and one of the last great two-way NFL players, died early Saturday. He was 89.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital William and Jasmine Knutti, Youngstown, girl, March 20.
By Eric McCrea
By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com Youngstown Every family has its own set of issues, but
Buckeyes, Stieber win NCAA wrestling titles
Ohio State clinched the championship before the final round began and also got titles from Logan Stieber (141) and Nathan Tomasello (125).
Harvick continues his NASCAR dominance
Kevin Harvick apparently isn’t satisfied with dominating just one NASCAR race series this year.
California native looking for a sweep
Harvick is on a run of four wins and three second-place finishes dating to last season.
Nicula to speak at Curbstone luncheon
Nicula to speak at Curbstone luncheon Mathews High School softball coach Jim Nicula will be the
Phantoms’ 16th straight win clinches playoff berth
Winkler scored game-winner in shutout of Waterloo.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS NYC TV reporter dies after brain hemorrhage NEW YORK A veteran New York television
Making sense of all the vehicle recalls
If you’re still reeling from the avalanche of car recalls last year — an all-time record — and
BRIGHT IDEA
Akron Beacon Journal (TNS) AKRON When Dave Lip- pert swapped the light bulbs in his house for
Open government is crucial
Opinion: By Mike DeWine The Vindicator Government functions best for the people it serves when it
Don’t expect to find ink on the fingers of many in the Millennial generation. They’re
Don’t expect to find ink on the fingers of many in the Millennial generation. They’re not reading
‘Paint the Night Purple’ event will raise Alzheimer’s funds
A gala event April 18 will feature music, silent auction and 50-50 drawing.
publishers weekly best-sellers
publishers weekly best-sellers For the week ending March 15 1. “The Girl on the Train” by
Mission possible: Use creative strategies to fix mangled roads
Editorial: At long last, spring has sprung on the Mahoning Valley after Old Man Winter walloped and whacked the
Beware the ‘intrapreneurs’
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Near my home in Austin, Texas, there’s an old refurbished motel with
Baptism by fire for Meacham
Opinion: Focus on the third word in the headline, because it best describes what’s going on with Mahoning
Networking event
Networking event CORTLAND The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will host its April power
Minority physicians will be meeting topic
Minority physicians will be meeting topic GIRARD Mahoning Valley Cancer Coalition will sponsor a
Telephone scammers should be reported
Dear Annie: At least once a week, I get an unsolicited phone call from “Rachel from Cardholder
Home away from home
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Graceland will always be home, but Las Vegas is set to be Elvis
Parents must learn to lighten up, lessen worries about children
Tribune News Service Today’s parents tend to worry about all manner of things that deserve not
WKBN picks wrong foe
Opinion: I generally enjoy my media friends in the Mahoning Valley. This spring at the Angels of Easter
SENIOR CITIZENS
Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet at noon Tuesday at St. Mark’s Fellowship Hall on Logan Way.
Career Paths, Limelights
BANKING The Home Savings and Loan Co. hired John Cunningham as senior vice president, commercial
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Maple Syrup Festival, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Syrup making is
Library schedules lunch and signing
Library schedules lunch and signing POLAND The Poland Library, 311 Main St., has planned a Lunch
Orlando tops US destinations for spring travel
Orlando tops US destinations for spring travel ORLANDO, Fla. Orlando is the nation’s top
Scheme to mail absentee ballot applications to voters has merit
Editorial: With Ohio poised to BE THE STATE that determines the winner of the 2016 presidential election,
YEARS AGO
Today is Sunday, March 22, the 81st day of 2015. There are 284 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
7 siblings die in NYC home fire; officials eye hot plate
Associated Press NEW YORK Seven siblings from an Orthodox Jewish family were killed early
Shiite rebels call for Yemen offensive; US troops evacuate
Associated Press ADEN, YEMEN Yemen’s Shiite rebels issued a call to arms Saturday to battle
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
Locals Sutton, Davis still alive after first day of OAC action
The 17th annual Ohio Athletic Committee Junior High Wrestling Tournament attracted more than 2,000 wrestlers to its eight district qualifying sites.
MILESTONES
MILESTONES HONORS Officer of the year William Tungate has been selected by his peers as the
Police: Man shot at La. airport has died
Associated Press KENNER, LA. A machete-wielding man who was shot during a bizarre rampage at New
Saturday on the linkas More professional golf results
TUCSON CONQUISTADORES CLASSIC TUCSON, ARIZ. Marco Dawson made a 15-foot par putt on the par-4
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Youngstown City Council Finance Committee, 4:30 p.m., council caucus room, 6th
Drug charges
Drug charges WARREN A Warren man faces charges of trafficking in methamphetamine, possession of
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Girls state basketball | Saturday’s games at a glance
DIVISION I Lakota West 44, Notre Dame Academy 38 COLUMBUS Lexi Wasan had 15 points, including