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Tech exec husband of 'Lean In' author Sheryl Sandberg dead at 47
David Goldberg, a popular Silicon Valley executive and husband of Facebook second-in-command and "Lean In" author Sheryl Sandberg, has died suddenly at age 47, his company and family members said Saturday.
Canfield grad, now with UN, details Syrian refugee crisis
Many of the estimated 1.2 million Syrian refugees who fled to neighboring Lebanon to escape a bloody civil war may not find life in abandoned buildings, crowded shelters and tents to their liking, but it’s far better than what they left, a United Nations humanitarian worker contends.
Kids, families share neighborly spirit, food, fun at American Cleanup Day in Youngstown
Spring cleaning isn’t just for homes. During the Great American Cleanup of Youngstown today, volunteers came together to clean up trash and other debris throughout the city.
American Pharaoh wins 141st Kentucky Derby
American Pharoah has won the 141st Kentucky Derby before a record-setting crowd at Churchill Downs.
Nearly 300 women, girls rescued from Boko Haram, sick, starved, pregnant, brainwashed
The first group of nearly 300 Nigerian girls and women released from Boko Haram were brought by the military to the safety of a refugee camp in the country's northeast Saturday evening.
'We need help!' Nepalese villagers cry out to world
At the entrance of this destroyed mountain village, a wooden sign stands, cobbled together from debris of homes flattened by Nepal's devastating earthquake. Its message: "WE NEED HELP. PLEASE HELP."
Ex-Vallourec worker accused of threatening plant workers
A Youngstown woman was arrested Friday for making threats by phone and email to employees at Vallourec Star in late March.
It's a girl! Now the royal name-game begins
From Prince Charles to royal fans to most of those who put down a bet, millions in Britain were hoping for a girl.
Burghill-Vernon Fire Dept. fundraiser this morning
More than 100 prize baskets, ranging from sports memorabilia to gift certificates and worth more than $10,000, will be awarded during a basket auction at 11 a.m. today at the Burghill-Vernon Fire Department, 6915 state Route 88.
A satanic turn
By SHAWN POGATCHNIK Associated Press ARDMORE STUDIOS, Ireland John Logan, the creator, writer
Hollywood Gaming to have outdoor features for Kentucky Derby day
Live outdoor music, beer truck and barbecue among offerings
Latest attempt by the lawmakers to convince the governor to reverse course on the center closings
Latest attempt by the lawmakers to convince the governor to reverse course on the center closings
Loew, Mancini don’t expect a great fight tonight
Tonight, Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. will square off in the biggest fight of the 21st century. But will it be the best?
KO Drugs tournament returns for 28th year
The Old School Marketplace, 11836 South Ave., North Lima, will once again serve as host site of the
Schools earn grades for K-3 literacy
Two Mahoning Valley school districts earned ‘A’s’ for literacy while one got an ‘F’
Larger vehicle trend continues
Despite the ongoing selling trend of sport utility vehicles and crossovers, the Lordstown-built Chevrolet Cruze still posted sales of 20,947.
Youth orchestra in spring concert
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Symphony Youth Orchestra will present its spring concert,
AIS enjoys YSU game after raising funds for 4th grade student battling cancer
Funds raised to help family's medical bills, portion goes to man participating in Melanoma Run in June
Former Youngstown lawyer indicted
R. Allen Sinclair was federally indicted on 12 counts of financial institution fraud.
East students prepare for global competition
Two teams each from Youngstown and Howland schools will compete in the Destination Imagination Global Finals this month
Local RadioShack franchise staying open for business
RadioShack at 1114 Village Plaza in Columbiana is open for business with a full line of electronics. It is among 800 franchise stores that will not be a part of RadioShack’s restructuring program. The owner and her husband, both engineers, bought one store after finding parts there they needed for a job, and later added this one.
newsmakers
newsmakers ‘Stand By Me’ singer Ben E. King dies at 76 NEW YORK Ben E. King, singer of such
Honoring Mary
Honoring Mary YOUNGSTOWN A Night to Honor Mary will take place at 7 p.m. Friday in St. Columba
US, Canada unveil rules to boost safety of trains hauling crude oil
Associated Press WASHINGTON Rail tank cars used to transport crude oil and many other flammable
Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and
Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and
METRO DIGEST || 2 cleanups this morning in Warren
Two cleanups today WARREN Two cleanups are set for this morning starting at 9 a.m.: the Kenmore
NUMBERS IN THE NEWS $271,500 Source: Dayton Daily News
A 15,000-square-foot mansion named Trail’s End, built in 1915 by former presidential candidate and
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Finnegan’s Farewell,” 7 p.m.: This interactive dinner-theater show
Voices of Faith Q&A
The Kansas City Star (TNS) Q. What advice would you have given Moses? A. It’s a difficult
State policies fail drug test
Opinion: COLUMBUS More than 2,000 Ohioans died in 2013 as a result of unintentional drug overdoses, a
sunday news shows | Guest lineups
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Sens. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and
Free thinking was path to grow faith
I’ve challenged and, ultimately, affirmed my faith over the past 30 years. Though I’m now
House OKs funds for uranium-plant cleanup
Associated Press WASHINGTON The House gave final approval Friday to additional federal money for
CORRECTIONs
CORRECTIONs The amenability hearing for Jacob Larosa, 15, of Niles in the death of Marie Belcastro
Browns trade down, then up in adding depth
Top pick Danny Shelton overcame his brother’s shooting death.
birthdays
birthdays Singer Englebert Humperdinck is 79. Country singer R.C. Bannon is 70. Country singer
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Jacqueline Burns and Keith R. Cosentino, East Liverpool,
High School roundup More spring sports results
BASEBALL Cardinal Mooney 13, Western Reserve Academy 7 HUDSON Devon Curd had two hits to
Agenda Sunday
Agenda Sunday East Palestine City school board, special meeting, noon, administrative office,
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing Stambaugh School, 2420 Donald Ave., Youngstown, free clothing distribution from
Nepal still needs tents, food supplies
Nepal still needs tents, food supplies KATHMANDU, Nepal Nepal’s government renewed its appeal to
Relief in Baltimore after officers charged
Associated Press BALTIMORE Rage turned to relief in Baltimore on Friday when the city’s top
Hall of Famers Kelly, Butkus steal the show on Day 2
The show stoppers Thursday night at the NFL draft were two Hall of Famers: Jim Kelly and Dick Butkus.
Man indicted in rape of children
William L. Toth could serve life in prison if he’s convicted of raping children under age 13.
Breakfast rescheduled
Breakfast rescheduled ELLSWORTH Ellsworth Presbyterian Church, 11171 Akron-Canfield Road (Route
Duo to be inducted in bowling HOF
Duo to be inducted in bowling HOF AKRON Ed and Sue Carter of Austintown will be inducted into
Boxing takes center stage for Pacquiao-Mayweather
Can the richest fight in the sport’s history live up to the hype?
YEARS AGO
Today is Saturday, May 2, the 122nd day of 2015. There are 243 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Golson, Coates are Steelers’ picks on Day 2
Golson and Coates join linebacker Bud Dupree — the team’s first-round pick — as the most likely rookies to make an immediate impact.
Ceremony, dinner to honor Columbiana leaders class
Columbiana County Leadership Class graduates will be recognized May 13.
49ers reunite former prep teammates in SF secondary
Jaquiski Tartt was selected at 46th overall in the second round — the highest pick ever for a player from Samford.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .61, 26.68-0.14 Avalon
3 former Christie allies charged in bridge scandal
Associated Press NEWARK, N.J. Federal prosecutors brought charges Friday against three former
Phantoms’ amazing season inspires celebration, hope
Editorial: Even though the Youngstown Phantoms fell short of their goal of capturing the United States Hockey
Enhancing health information
Opinion: Columbus Dispatch: When choosing or using health-insurance plans, it is vital that consumers be able
Judge: Ex-band director has 4 months to prove claims
Associated Press COLUMBUS A federal judge said Friday that an Ohio State University band
Safety in sports must be the goal
Opinion: By Arthur Caplan and Brendan Parent Chicago Tribune Should athletes put safety ahead of
1 in 4 renters uses half of pay for housing
Associated Press WASHINGTON More than 1 in 4 U.S. renters has to use at least half their family
Judge allows defendant to withdraw plea in Warren murder case
Beau Palmer, 31, of Warren, who pleaded guilty in January to several charges associated with the killing of James Levels one year ago
First Step Recovery plans opening event
First Step Recovery plans opening event WARREN Fist Step Recovery, 2737 Youngstown Road SE in
Meeting invitation
Meeting invitation GIRARD Jewish/Christian Studies/North was invited by the Hindu community to
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jamar M. Jackson, 26, of 3043 Kiwatha Road,
Woman gets diploma after missing 1952 graduation ceremony
Associated Press LORAIN A woman who missed graduation in 1952 because she needed a half-credit
Glunt Industries acquires Niles plant
Manufacturer of steel and aluminum rolling mill equipment expands
Women arraigned for conduct with cops in separate incidents
By JOE GORMAN jgorman@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN One woman was arraigned for spitting on a police
Poland community leaders talk about recent iniatives at "Good Morning Poland" event
By JORDYN GRZELEWSKI jgrzelewski@vindy.com POLAND Community leaders presented themselves
Mahoning County
Mahoning County Austintown: B Boardman: NR Campbell: F Canfield: B Jackson-Milton: NR
yemen Worries grow in US over Saudi campaign
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration is growing increasingly wary about the
Prosecutors: Lesser offense for officer could be considered
Associated Press CLEVELAND A judge could consider lesser charges against a policeman for his
State of emergency in Iowa due to bird-flu outbreak
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa A state of emergency was declared Friday by Iowa Gov. Terry
Boy, 13, faces charge of drug trafficking
Boy, 13, faces charge of drug trafficking BOARDMAN A 13-year-old township boy faces a fourth-
US May Day rallies address labor, police
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Marches and rallies in U.S. cities Friday drew crowds ranging from
YSU Athletics AT A GLANCE | Friday’s events
The Youngstown State men's and women's track teams jumped out to early leads after the first day of action the Horizon League Outdoor Track and Field Championships
Ford expands recall to fix door latches
Associated Press DETROIT Under pressure from U.S. safety regulators, Ford is expanding a recall
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