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At today's Men's Rally, Tressel recalls a comment he can't forget
Jim Tressel is no stranger to halls of fame.
Concert review: Smashing Pumpkins open Goodyear Theater
The Goodyear Theater has been hidden in plain sight for about a century. But Friday night’s concert by Smashing Pumpkins and Liz Phair put it on the map.
Dinner will honor Wilson graduates for accomplishments
May 29 dinner will celebrate former Wilson graduates as Hall of Fame inductees.
Prom-dress giveaway
Prom-dress giveaway YOUNGSTOWN Beginning Monday, a variety of prom dresses in all sizes will be
3 Valley gymnasts set for major tests against USA’s best
In a dimly lit, almost hazy upstairs gymnasium off Market Street, the best gymnasts of the Mahoning Valley push each other to be some of the best in the nation.
YSU police chief relieved of duty
John Beshara, YSU police chief since 2012, is on paid administrative leave; contract won’t be renewed
HIGH SCHOOLS Friday’s games
BASEBALL Springfield 9, Hubbard 7 HUBBARD Springfield (12-7) jumped out to a 9-1 lead and held
Former Buckeye athletes coming to Boardman to support ex-teacher battling ALS
“Team Talk” event proceeds will support Boardman woman with ALS
18 Mahoning County Dems will lose committee seats for voting GOP
Voting for or against Donald Trump for president was the main reason for the Democratic defections, the county party chairman says
high school schedule
SCHEDULE TODAY BASEBALL Cardinal Mooney vs. Marlington (2), Cene Park, 11 a.m. Howland at
YSU ROUNDUP
women’s basketball Barnes adds transfer from Miami (OH) youngstown Tamira Ford, a graduate
Poland Invitational attracts 66 teams
Poland Invitational attracts 66 teams POLAND Twenty-three Mahoning Valley schools will be
Local organizations unveil public art display at Mill Creek Junior Baseball League
Eight baseball-themed paintings placed near fields on West side
Conference honors Youngstown school parents
Friday conference recognizes 265 city school parents for their involvement in their children’s education
record review
Graham Nash Album: “This Path Tonight” Grade: B In the cover photo for “This Path Tonight,”
Constitution is 'bedrock of our society,' Ohio Supreme Court justice says
The Constitution protects all Americans, and lawyers play a decisive role in making its principles endure, an Ohio Supreme Court justice told Law Day luncheon guests.
Niles Relay walker saved by donated umbilical cord cells
Cancer survivors take the first lap at the start of the Niles Relay For Life.
friday’s nfl draft picks
Second Round 32. Cleveland, Emmanuel Ogbah, de, Oklahoma State. 33. Tennessee, Kevin Dodd, de,
nhl playoffs Friday’s game
Stars 2, Blues 1 DALLAS Radek Faksa scored the tiebreaking goal on a rebound with 4:44 to play
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Saturday, April 30, the 121st day of 2016. There are 245 days left in the year.
Trump makes case to GOP insiders amid chaotic protest
Associated Press BURLINGAME, Calif. Donald Trump took his outsider campaign to the inner
Schools close over misinterpretation of threat
Associated Press ATHENS, OHIO Six Ohio school districts closed Friday while authorities
major league baseball
STANDINGS American League East Division WLPctGB Baltimore148.636— Boston1310.56511/2
around the horn
around the horn Friday’s other MLB games Cubs 6, Braves 1 CHICAGO Matt Szczur hit his
Eleven officers called to testify in Warren murder trial to begin Monday
William L. Fambro charged with aggravated murder of Teresa Hunter, 35, in the Riverview Motel on Parkman Road
birthdays
birthdays Actress Cloris Leachman is 90. Singer Willie Nelson is 83. Actor Burt Young is 76.
Cops: Two women try to break into house, man tries to bribe cops
Suspects wanted to fight women inside, reports said
The Petes and Brads and Neds and Teds
A bent rod is a good thing for anglers, but it comes with a lofty price and often can be the
Businessmen, mayor give encouraging presentations about investment in Warren
Downtown developer Mark Marvin revealed that he is acquiring a sixth downtown building
Army, rebels clash again in Aleppo
Army, rebels clash again in Aleppo DAMASCUS, Syria The Syrian army and rebels unleashed deadly
Terlesky fundraiser
Terlesky fundraiser Varsity Partners, an organization of former athletes dedicated to giving back
Earth Day event at Lake Milton club
Earth Day event at Lake Milton club The Lake Milton Fish and Game Club, 4374 Bedell Road, Berlin
Proposed rule aims to help ex-cons get jobs
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration wants federal agencies to stop asking early
HELP FOR CAREGIVERS
HELP FOR CAREGIVERS Information on two cancer caregiver support groups, one each in Mahoning and
Investigator testifies in East Side, murder, drug case
Investigated two of the four homicides the defendants are charged with
Puerto Rico reports 1st Zika-related US death
Associated Press SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico Puerto Rico announced Friday that it has recorded the
Warren man goes on trial Monday on 2015 attempted abduction of Champion jogger
David R. Honzu, 58, accused of attempting to abduct a woman jogging on Airport Road in Champion
Biden joins pope at conference on cancer
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Vice President Joe Biden found common cause with Pope Francis on
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses John W. Rodgers II, 45, of 2216 Grandview Road, Unit
Fixing lot at mill
Fixing lot at mill YOUNGSTOWN Construction is scheduled to begin Monday on a project to
sunday news shows
sunday news shows Guest lineups Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”:
Vigil for 8 slain family members
Associated Press PIKETON, OHIO A vigil was planned for the eight family members killed in a
cleveland City to tear down gazebo where boy was shot
Associated Press CLEVELAND The city plans to dismantle a gazebo that’s become a makeshift
Divorce guide
Divorce guide YOUNGSTOWN The Office of Pro-Life, Marriage and Family Life of the Catholic
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Day of Prayer
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Pastor James Berkebile of Struthers Parkside
April sales volume expected to up over last year with extra sales day
April auto sales are expected to increase up to 4 percent year over year.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1211.170.02 Aqua America, .71
Helping to spark interest in birding
May is when many birders are born. The aroma of lilacs fills the air, and spring migration shifts
Dann rebounds from past of scandal
Opinion: I ran into Marc Dann the other day at the Statehouse. Yes, that Marc Dann, the one-time state
Kasich, Cruz teaming up is a joke
Opinion: By Gary Stein Sun Sentinel You thought the Republican presidential primary race couldn’t get any
Rise of radical right-wing parties in Europe are a reflection of the diminishing faith in democracy
Opinion: The greatest threat to American security is something most Americans never think of. President
Orthodox celebrate joy of Pascha
In the life of an Orthodox Christian, the most important part of the liturgical year, called Great
Workers unearth Roman coin trove
Associated Press MADRID Workers laying pipes in a southern Spanish park have unearthed a
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Artists of the Mahoning Common open studio and sale, noon to 5
GM Lordstown has much to celebrate in its 50 years
Editorial: A small item this week in Years Ago, The Vindicator’s daily history column, stood out among others
Prayer seminar
Prayer seminar hubbard Corner House Christian Church, 6954 Chestnut Ridge Road, will host a
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
day of prayer observances in the valley
The 65th annual National Day of Prayer will be marked Thursday; observances are planned in the
BUSINESS DIGEST || Open-enrollment period for employers
Open-enrollment period for employers COLUMBUS The open-enrollment period for Ohio employers to
FDA OKs 1st widely available Zika test
Associated Press WASHINGTON The first commercial test for the Zika virus has been cleared for
Friday, April 29 (128 stories)
18 Dem precinct committee members being removed for switching to GOP
The Mahoning County Democratic Party will remove 18 of its precinct committee members for voting Republican in the last primary.
YSU police chief suspended pending mismanagement investigation
John Beshara will retain the title and salary of Youngstown State University police chief through June 30, but he’s been relieved of his duties.
250 walk in NIles Relay, including woman saved by umbilical cord stem cells
Somewhere out there is a woman who recently gave birth and who is Sarah D’Errico’s lifelong hero - even though the two have never met.
Ohio State athletes to raise awareness of ALS, cash for Christine Terlesky
Two years ago, Christine Terlesky penned an open thank-you letter to the Mahoning Valley community for its support during her battle with ALS.
Kritti's Closet born of need to help
In Room 102, Fitch High School students can find necessities from jeans, Falcon-wear and business attire to school supplies and personal-hygiene products.
8 baseball paintings on display at Mill Creek fields
Of the eight newly installed paintings on display at the Mill Creek Junior Baseball League fields on the city’s West Side, one stands out in particular to Janet Kramer Helsel, whose father, Robert Kramer, helped found the league more than 60 years ago.
Boardman students get lesson, gift on Arbor Day
Nearly 400 students in the township came home from school Friday with new additions for their yards and instructions on how to make them take root.
Lead investigators testifies in Austin/Henderson murder case
One of the lead investigators in the case against two men accused of being enforcers for a drug ring on the East Side testified Friday in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court.
Ex-Rendell aide pleading guilty in FBI campaign cash sting
Ex-Rendell aide pleading guilty in FBI campaign cash sting
Cleveland Browns owner loses round in deposition fight
Cleveland Browns owner loses round in deposition fight
Huge fireball in gas explosion burns homes, fleeing man
Huge fireball in gas explosion burns homes, fleeing man
Ohio schools close over misinterpretation of video threat
Ohio schools close over misinterpretation of video threat
Tonight’s spaghetti dinner will raise funds for Struthers student
Tonight’s spaghetti dinner will raise funds for Struthers student
Winbush is Ohio Republican Party’s State Central Committee treasurer
Winbush is Ohio Republican Party’s State Central Committee treasurer
VINDY POLLING NOW | Youngstown School Board, NFL Draft, and Gov. Kasich
We have some new questions we'd like your opinion on.
Natural gas explosion in Pennsylvania leaves at least 1 hurt
Natural gas explosion in Pennsylvania leaves at least 1 hurt
Local non-profits unveil public art display at Mill Creek Junior Baseball League
Local non-profits unveil public art display at Mill Creek Junior Baseball League
YSU police chief on paid leave; contract won't be renewed
YSU police chief on paid leave; contract won't be renewed
Testimony continues in Austin/Henderson murder trial
Testimony continues in Austin/Henderson murder trial
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will meet at 9:45 a.m.
Flight delay: Chicago service bumped to mid-June
The flights were originally intended to start June 1.
The hope: A Community Dialogue on Race will lead to healthier community
More ‘dialogue’ meeting scheduled
SPORTS digest
Yankee Lake sets MMA bouts for Saturday BROOKFIELD Twelve amateur mixed martial arts fights are
Oil and gas drilling prospects dim here, expert says
Oil and gas drilling will expand if prices for those commodities rise, an industry association expert says.
Former Warren Harding teacher charged again with drug-possession
A former Warren G. Harding High School home-economics teacher indicted for drug offenses
Jury finds Youngstown mom guilty of 4 counts of abusing her kids
She faces a maximum 12 years in prison.
USW reaches tentative agreement with ArcelorMittal
The agreement affects about 150 employees at the ArcelorMittal Warren plant.
First Boardman junior varsity invitational is a hit
The first ever Boardman Junior Varsity Softball Invitational Tournament was hosted over the spring
Buckeyes fly off draft board
Bosa, Elliott picked third, fourth; five OSU players go in first round By TIM MAY Columbus
Record-setting leap inspires Penguins’ Morales to high hopes
Struthers graduate Arnaldo Morales is YSU’s high jump record-holder.
‘Angry Birds’ film credits include code
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The creators of “Angry Birds” hope movie theater audiences don’t
vienna State rep, Ohio House speaker discuss funding options for project at air base
State Rep. Sean O’Brien says he expects ‘solution’ to deployment hub funding
Singing bout reveals finalists
Staff report BOARDMAN The Kids First Theater Initiative has announced the final contestants in
YSU recognizes seniors for their future plans
YSU seniors to pursue higher degrees or secure employment
Ohio EPA identifies source of oil that leaked into the Mahoning River in Warren
Used motor oil leaked from an open valve on an 800-gallon tank and traveled into the Mahoning River through a storm sewer
Youngstown pastor stumps for voter registration
The Rev. Michael Harrison says a group he’s a part of seeks to register 150,000 Ohioans to vote before the November general election
Sauce and Song event will benefit Youngstown Connection
The Valley group plans a trip to Europe in June
Witness: Defendant said he was ‘all about the life’
Describes two murders defendant accused of committing for drug ring
Major road to be repaved
Bailey Road will be repaved from Mahoning Avenue to the Trumbull County line for an estimated cost of $1 million.
YSU ingenuity on display
YSU student Clay McCullough right, explains how a hydro generator will work. McCullough, Anthony Onderko and Seth Nycum designed and constructed the device, and it was selected to become one of OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science & Technology’s exhibits.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1211.15-0.16Aqua America, .71
Easter hops into Poland North Preschool
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com During the week of March 21-24 the students at
Earth Day extravaganza is clean fun
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown library hosted an Earth Day
Kritti’s Closet set to open at Austintown Fitch
On May 3 at 9 a.m. at Austintown Fitch High School, there will be a grand opening for the school’s
City’s Finance Director receives certificate
The City of Canfield presented a certificate of appreciation to the City’s Finance Director,
Program promotes family bonding
Austintown Middle School is hosting a seven session after school program called Strengthening Families April 4-25.
CVMS students treated to Jazz Clinic in honor of Jazz Appreciation Month
Canfield Village Middle School band teacher James Volenik wanted to give his students some insight on the musical stylings of jazz, so he invited Mike Tomaro, Jazz Department Chair at Duquesne University, to host a Jazz Clinic on April 8.
Library creates Easter popcorn treats
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown library hosted a Easter Popcorn Ball
Mahoning County ESC chooses Franklin B. Walter Scholarship winner
Julian Vitto, a senior at Canfield High School, was awarded the Franklin B. Walter Scholarship for
Austintown Community Briefs
Youngstown area Ostomy support group The Youngstown Area Ostomy Support Group will meet from 6-7
CHS athletes read to elementary students
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at C.H. Campbell Elementary School entertained some
Alissa Slanina, Austin Clark to wed Oct. 8
Alissa Marie Slanina and Austin Tylor Clark, both of Niles, are engaged and will be married on Oct.
Fitch student becomes success story
Austintown Fitch Junior, Melissa Stroud, knows what it means to overcome the odds. Stroud is a
March marble mania hits Poland library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Poland library hosted a March Marble
Poland Sports Briefs
Poland versus West Branch baseball results The Poland Seminary boys baseball team defeated West
Canfield Community Briefs
Gathering Place event Lord of Life Church, located at 550 N. Broad St. in Canfield, will host a
Students get glance into working world
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown Fitch High School hosted its first
CUMP students enjoy play day with moms
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Mothers of students at Canfield United Methodist Preschool
Austintown Sports Briefs
Girls golf league to begin in May Sandwich Factory Girls Golf League, for girls ages 5-18, will
Canfield Sports Briefs
Annual camp to be hosted June 22-24 The Canfield boys basketball coaching staff is ready to host
Local graduate wins national championship title in persuasive speaking
Austintown Fitch High School graduate Cassie Wirtz recently won a national championship in the
Children’s author visits students
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Dar Hosta James visited Dobbins Elementary on
Tricia Bailey v Weston Sheffel
Exchanging marriage vows at 2 p.m. Oct. 9, 2015, at St. Charles Church were Tricia Bailey and Weston
Night of heroic proportions at Dobbins Elementary
Poland Dobbins celebrated their first Mother Son Night on April 7.
Poland Community Briefs
West Side Cats garage sale Spring is on it’s way here in Northeast Ohio. It is just about “Garage
Natalie Draa v Derek DiTullio
Natalie Ruth Draa and Derek Reinhart DiTullio were joined in marriage in a 2:30 p.m. Sept. 26, 2015,
Leanne Moltchan to be bride of Kevin Stiffler
Leanne Moltchan and Kevin Stiffler, both of Tampa, Fla., are engaged and will exchange vows on June
Candace Barak, John Stefancin to wed June 4
Announcement of the forthcoming marriage of Candace Marie Barak and John Joseph Stefancin is being
Kiwanis Club hosts night of magic
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Boardman Kiwanis Club welcomed Rick Smith,
Consignment store hosts grand opening
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Love Thy Curves celebrated it’s grand opening
Mercy Health Foundation awarded $60,000
Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley has received $60,000 to establish the Michael S.
Boardman bands spring into music
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Boardman schools hosted its Spring Band
Robinwood Lane Honor Roll - Third Grading Period
First Grade High Honor Roll Hamza Abbadi Sufana Alghuwainem Cooper Bartholomew Emma Chunn
Boardman boys track team improves regular season record
The Boardman boys track team improved its regular season record to 4-0 with a 118-33-21 victory over
Kite flying fun for kids at Boardman library
The Boardman library hosted a kite-themed Night Owl story time on March 29 and a Go Fly a Kite event on March 30.
Boardman Community Briefs
Star Paws mutt mingle May the “Fourth” Be With You. Enjoy a free family friendly Star Paws Mutt
Boardman Sports Briefs
Girls golf league to begin in May Sandwich Factory Girls Golf League, for girls ages 5-18, will
April 19
April 19 Criminal mischief: Someone tossed eggs at a residence in the 7900 block of Spartan Drive.
West Boulevard Elementary School honor roll – Third grading period
second grade bug club Sean Cummings Julianna Davis Timmy DiTosto Hannah Fenneken Abby
Poland Seminary High School Honor Roll - Third Grading Period
Ninth Grade High Honor Roll Ashlee Abyad Hannah Balash Stephen Bannon Alex Barth Lauren
Boardman Township unveils new online-transaction exchange location
By JORDYN GRZELEWSKI jgrzelewski@vindy.com The town-ship this week unveiled a new service that
QBs Goff, Wentz are top two picks
It was all about the quarterbacks before Laremy Tunsil’s bizarre tumble down the board at the NFL draft.
Volkswagen CEO says he apologized to Obama
Associated Press FRANKFURT, Germany Volkswagen’s CEO says he apologized in person to U.S.
Browns get big-play receiver at No. 15
The Browns came into the NFL draft craving speed, a downfield target and someone to score touchdowns.
Man indicted in Will Smith’s shooting death
Cardell Hayes was also indicted on a charge of attempted second-degree murder because police say he wounded Will Smith’s wife in the shooting.
Steelers address secondary concerns with 25th selection
The Steelers spent nearly 20 years ignoring cornerbacks in the draft.
Penn National reports 1Q earnings increase
The company that operates Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course reported a 15.5 percent year-over-year increase.
Respect for dead demands rehabilitation of cemetery
Editorial: All cemeteries, burial sites and repositories of human remains, regardless of historic period or
Trumbull Senior Production’s annual show is this weekend
Trumbull Senior Production’s annual show is this weekend Jason Burgermyer and Carol Bovee rehearse
US economy struggles to grow in 1st quarter of election year
Associated Press WASHINGTON It was not a great start for the U.S. economy. With consumers and
Can Sanders still have an impact?
Opinion: By Michael McGough Los Angeles Times Despite his abysmal showing on the latest Super Tuesday –
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Country Music Songwriters Series, 7:30 p.m.: Nashville songwriting
Politics, religion intersect
Opinion: LOUISVILLE Religion and politics are again at the forefront of this year’s presidential race. Yet,
49ers add Oregon’s Buckner, Stanford’s Garnett
DeForest Buckner had 101/2 sacks last season and was also credited with 16 quarterback hits and 39 hurries.
BUSINESS DIGEST || Manufacturing Readiness Program hosted at MCCTC
Manufacturing class at MCCTC CANFIELD Mahoning County Career and Technical Center will offer a
oddly enough
oddly enough 12-year-old girl runs NY half-marathon by mistake ROCHESTER, N.Y. A 12-year-old
syria Casualties mount from attack on rebel-held area
Associated Press BEIRUT Airstrikes and artillery killed more than 60 people in 24 hours in
Paving progress
The skim-coat for Gibson Road will cost an estimated $15,000 out of the $190,000 appropriated for paving projects
‘Bomb’ hooked to man really flotation device
Associated Press BALTIMORE A young man in an animal costume and surgical mask who walked into a
3 close to Calif. shooters arrested in marriage fraud
Associated Press RIVERSIDE, Calif. Three people with close family ties to the couple
Military disciplines about 16 in Afghanistan hospital attack
Associated Press WASHINGTON About 16 U.S. military personnel, including a two-star general, have
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Friday, April 29, the 120th day of 2016. There are 246 days left in the year.
Mass. Senate OKs bill to raise age for legal tobacco sales
Mass. Senate OKs bill to raise age for legal tobacco sales BOSTON The Massachusetts Senate voted
Council comes together for additional morning meetings
Canfield Council meets at 6:30 a.m. every Wednesday to discuss budget issue
Clinton superdelegates get backlash from Sanders allies
Associated Press WASHINGTON Nancy Schumacher says she just wanted to do her civic duty, and so
METRO DIGEST || Fight on Ferndale Friday
Ferndale fight YOUNGSTOWN A fight involving more than a dozen people in the 400 block of
2 hurt during fire
2 hurt during fire YOUNGSTOWN Two people, one of them a city firefighter, were taken to St.
mahoning county
mahoning county Indictments A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people Thursday: Evon
birthdays
birthdays Jazz musician Toots Thielemans is 94. Actor Keith Baxter is 83. Bluesman Otis Rush is
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Cornersburg Baptist Church, 3898 Tippecanoe Road, Youngstown, clothes and
DINNER AND concert | Benefit event
DINNER AND concert | Benefit event Who: Youngstown Connection plans to travel to Italy in June.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Investigators look at OD in Prince death MINNEAPOLIS Investigators are looking
Supreme Court appeal could delay murder case against Niles teen at least a couple months
Jacob Larosa, 16, of Lafayette Avenue in Niles, is charged with aggravated murder, attempted rape, aggravated robbery and aggravated burglary in the March 31, 2015, beating death of Marie Belcastro, 94
Yavorcik has suffered for crimes despite avoiding time behind bars
Opinion: “The court finds that a community control/probation sanction will adequately protect the public and
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Thursday, April 28 (123 stories)
YSU student project becomes permanent OH WOW! exhibit
Youngstown State University students Clay McCullough, Anthony Onderko and Seth Nycum wowed the judges.
Youngstown to Chicago flights bumped; ticket sales to start May 11
Aerodynamics Inc. has bumped the takeoff date for its Youngstown-to-Chicago air service to June 13.
Persistent stress of racist society leads to high black infant mortality
Unrelenting stress created by race and racism is part of what is at the root of Mahoning County having some of the highest black infant mortality rates in Ohio and in the nation.
Rising gas prices could help Columbiana County, but not others, expert says
If oil and natural-gas prices increase substantially, new well drilling likely will get a boost in Columbiana County, but the prospects aren’t good in Mahoning and Trumbull counties, an industry expert said.
Highrise resident alerts Warren cops to river spill
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency says used motor oil leaked from an open valve on an 800-gallon tank at W.T.R. Services Inc., 2421 W. Market St., on Wednesday and traveled into the Mahoning River through a storm sewer.
Mahoning commissioner to advertise for bids for North Bailey Road work
The Mahoning County commissioners will advertise for bids for the repaving of North Bailey Road in Jackson Township from Mahoning Avenue to the Mahoning-Trumbull County line, which is estimated to cost about $1 million.
Sunday Sauce and Song will benefit Youngstown Connection
Spend part of Sunday afternoon helping a worthy cause, listening to wonderful music and eating good food at St. Patrick Church.
Witness testifies Austin confessed murders in jail
A witness in the trial of two men accused of four murders on the East Side told a jury that one of the defendants told him he had committed murders on behalf of a drug ring.
Browns trade No. 8 pick to Titans
The Browns dealt the No. 8 pick to the Titans for Tennessee's pick at No. 15, a third-round pick in this year's draft and a second-round pick in 2017.
Ohio EPA says human error led to oil spill in Mahoning River
Ohio EPA says human error led to oil spill in Mahoning River
Police at scene of a bank robbery at the PNC South Meridan Road branch
Police at scene of a bank robbery at the PNC South Meridan Road branch
UPDATE | Brother, others related to San Bernardino shooters arrested
Brother, others related to San Bernardino shooters arrested
ADI service launch delay on Youngstown–Chicago route
ADI service launch delay on Youngstown–Chicago route
BREAKING NEWS | Jury finds Youngstown woman guilty of child endangering
Jury finds Youngstown woman guilty of child endangering
UPDATE | Oily spill in Mahoning River near downtown Warren being contained
Oily spill in Mahoning River near downtown Warren being contained
CDC: Teen birth rates plunge, but racial disparities persist
CDC: Teen birth rates plunge, but racial disparities persist
About 16 military disciplined in Afghanistan hospital attack
About 16 military disciplined in Afghanistan hospital attack
Former Speaker Boehner calls Cruz 'Lucifer in the flesh'
Former Speaker Boehner calls Cruz 'Lucifer in the flesh'
Raiders owner says he will spend $500 million in Vegas
Raiders owner says he will spend $500 million in Vegas
Significant premium hikes expected under Obama health law
Significant premium hikes expected under Obama health law
Northwest Ohio man pleads not guilty in toddler’s death
Northwest Ohio man pleads not guilty in toddler’s death
Reminder: OVI checkpoints this weekend in Canfield
Reminder: OVI checkpoints this weekend in Canfield
BREAKING NEWS | Warrants served in probe stemming from San Bernardino attack
BREAKING NEWS | Warrants served in probe stemming from San Bernardino attack
Ex-Ohio cop to plead guilty in scheme to steal up to $250K
Ex-Ohio cop to plead guilty in scheme to steal up to $250K
Caitlyn Jenner uses women's room at Trump hotel, posts video
Caitlyn Jenner uses women's room at Trump hotel, posts video
Reputed 'El Chapo' associate pleads guilty in Chicago court
Reputed 'El Chapo' associate pleads guilty in Chicago court
Comcast buying DreamWorks Animation for about $3.55B
Comcast buying DreamWorks Animation for about $3.55B
Hearing for man accused of killing Saints player Will Smith
Hearing for man accused of killing Saints player Will Smith
Abbott Labs to spend $19.3 billion to buy St. Jude Medical
Abbott Labs to spend $19.3 billion to buy St. Jude Medical
Jury convicts ex-Okla. reserve deputy in suspect's death
Jury convicts ex-Okla. reserve deputy in suspect's death
Mahoning commissioners advertise for bids to repave Bailey Road
Mahoning commissioners advertise for bids to repave Bailey Road
USW reaches tentative agreement with ArcelorMittal
USW reaches tentative agreement with ArcelorMittal
Reports: Prescription drugs found with Prince at death scene
Prescription drugs found with Prince at death scene
Boardman police investigating theft at Victoria's Secret
Boardman police investigating theft at Victoria's Secret
Judge mulls motions in Austin/Henderson murder trial
Judge mulls motions in Austin/Henderson murder trial
Camp Fitch YMCA offers open houses
Camp Fitch YMCA offers open houses NORTH SPRINGFIELD, PA. Camp Fitch YMCA, 12600 Abels Road, is
Hawaii church deploying igloos to house homeless families
Hawaii church deploying igloos to house homeless families
Applications for US jobless aid rise from 4-decade low
Applications for US jobless aid rise from 4-decade low
Conn. history teacher named US Teacher of the Year
Conn. history teacher named US Teacher of the Year
Youngstown firefighter injured in early morning North Side blaze
Youngstown firefighter injured in early morning North Side blaze
Ohio Medicaid gets $25M from Pfizer drug discount settlement
Ohio Medicaid gets $25M from Pfizer drug discount settlement
Castiglione’s slam aids Penguins split
Miranda Castiglione hit a two-out grand slam in the seventh inning of the first game.
Album finds new focus for Spirit of the Bear
By Guy D’Astolfo dastolfo@vindy.com Spirit of the Bear will unveil its second album, “Remains,”
Former Penguin Hain working his way back from injury
Bobby Hain has his eyes on professional basketball.
Salem theater offers ‘Church Basement Ladies’
Staff report SALEM Salem Community Theater will present “Church Basement Ladies,” a musical
Lindor helps Tribe salvage finale against Minnesota
Cody Allen picked up his seventh save in seven tries.
Another step toward Sheetz
Trustees approved a modified rezoning request, a step toward a new Sheetz for Austintown
‘Bad Boys’ director George Gallo to exhibit art at the Butler An artist at heart
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com George Gallo might have taken the most atypical road trip
YSU library, named for Vindicator publisher, celebrates 40th birthday
YSU Maag Library was dedicated in April 1976
SPORTS digest
YSU baseball team blanks Bowling Green NILES Four Youngstown State pitchers combined to throw a
prep Roundup | Results from Wednesday’s other high school events
GIRLS LACROSSE North Canton Hoover 10, Cardinal Mooney 3 YOUNGSTOWN Hoover led 3-2 at
oddly enough
oddly enough School project’s graffiti sparks fears Zodiac Killer is back TALLAHASSEE, Fla. A
BUSINESS DIGEST || Edison Landscape and Deck Lighting ribbon cutting set
Ribbon-cutting set POLAND The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a celebratory ribbon-
Red Dragons use early uprising, Srbinovich’s pitching to beat Falcons
The Niles baseball team is now 17-2.
Today
Today Comedy Ms. Gayle and Steve Lott, 8 p.m., Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course,
Talmer Bank posts 1Q earnings
Michigan-based Talmer Bancorp Inc. on Wednesday reported first quarter 2016 net income of $19.7 million.
Your spring gardening chore checklist
By Peg Zeleznik OSU Extension master gardener volunteer It’s that time of year again – the snow
Money, politics are one
Opinion: By Richard L. HASEN Los Angeles Times Despite Bernie Sanders’ repeated accusations, there’s no
“The Odd Couple” (8:30 P.M., CBS): Guest-star alert: Garry Marshall, the funny man who
“The Odd Couple” (8:30 P.M., CBS): Guest-star alert: Garry Marshall, the funny man who originally
Mulch
Mulch Most gardeners put down new mulch this time of year. How much needs applied? Most of the
Botanical Mornings
Botanical Mornings When: Friday, 9 to 10 a.m. What: Discover the joy in the blossoming spring at
Another NFL draft, another crop of young brains to forever wreck
Opinion: By Scott Martelle Los Angeles Times Imagine there was an occupation that was physically
Moss in lawn? Here’s why
Q. I noticed I have a lot of moss in my backyard. It looks like the moss is taking over the backyard
They saved a nation – twice; now making a comeback Victory gardens
The first community garden was planted in Detroit in the 1890s. In the beginning, a number of different groups, including educational and civic beautification, became involved. The idea was to provide land and technical assistance to the unemployed and teach good work ethics to youths.
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Goff, Wentz at ease on eve of draft
After a pair of blockbuster trades at the top of the draft, Jared Goff and Carson Wentz are expected to be the first two names off the board.
Stricken athletes to need medical clearance per bill
Student-athletes who faint during sporting practices or competitions would have to be cleared by doctors or other medical professionals before returning to the playing field.
Supreme Court seems poised to overturn ex-governor’s conviction
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court could make it tougher for the government to crack
Howland girl charged with inducing panic after admitting to writing bomb threat on bathroom wall
A female Howland High School student was taken by police from the school Tuesday morning and charged with a felony inducing panic
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Cortland man accused of swerving off road and killing jogger indicted
Russell G. Lauer III indicted on aggravated vehicular homicide, failure to stop after an accident, drunken driving and failure to drive in marked lanes
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Prince’s estate to be temporarily managed by trust company MINNEAPOLIS A Minnesota
Ohio House, Senate discuss several bills
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The Ohio House and Senate discussed these respective
Struthers council seeks to curb trash bins left by roadside
Council votes to amend its garbage ordinance.
American Legion, 613 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Farrell, Pa.; 330-531-1873
American Legion, 613 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Farrell, Pa.; 330-531-1873 Fri: Geo C and Tha
Hastert sentenced to 15 months in prison
Associated Press CHICAGO Dennis Hastert, the Republican who for eight years presided over the
Friars to stand trial in sex-abuse case
Associated Press HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. Three Franciscan friars must stand trial on charges linked
Youngstown woman crashes vehicle during police chase, sending four kids to hospital
Two children reported injuries after crash
Allegiant reports earnings increase in 1Q 2016
Allegiant Travel Co. reported an 11 percent increase in net income.
Warren police investigate human bones found in woods along Youngstown Road in Warren
Warren Police Department investigating discovery of human bones in woods behind the Econo Lodge on Youngstown Road in Warren.
Math scores slip, reading flat for US 12th-graders
Associated Press WASHINGTON The nation’s high-school seniors are slipping in math and failing to
Girard council approves construction by Youth Soccer League
The league plans to build restrooms and a concession stand at Liberty Memorial Park
May 11 set for public meeting on schools CEO
Public will be able to offer input on CEO qualities at May 11 meeting
Energy company shuts down fracking operation in Lawrence County
Hilcorp shut down fracking operation after a small earthquake
Improvements planned for several city streets
Work on city street improvements is expected to start in early June
Former aide to Sen. Cafaro indicted on theft charages
Jonathan M. Wike Jr. indicted on charges of theft and grand theft involving his former job as district director for State Sen. Capri Cafaro.
Facebook posts and ‘unpleasantness’ toward Niles employee don’t qualify for protection order, magistrate rules
A Trumbull County magistrate Facebook posts about a Niles employee and photographing and videotaping the worker did not rise to the level necessary to approve a civil stalking protection order.
Tressel lays out a vision for YSU that tackles challenges
Editorial: Higher education in Ohio is in the midst of a major transformation, requiring four-year and two-
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Autumn Armstrong and Louie Schafer, East Liverpool, boy,
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1211.310.65 Aqua America, .71
Tribute to Prince at club
Tribute to Prince at club Youngstown’s Total Package Band, with guitarist Sting Ray Brooks
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Thursday, April 28, the 119th day of 2016. There are 247 days left in the year.
Mich. governor seeks tougher lead limit for state and nation
Associated Press LANSING, Mich. In proposing a tougher limit for lead in drinking water, Gov.
Boardman township and school district to swap land
Exchange will allow construction of new fire station, relocated bus garage
Authorities quiet on probe into slayings
Associated Press PIKETON, Ohio Authorities were tight-lipped Wednesday about their investigation
Zoning change
Zoning change AUSTINTOWN The Mahoning County Planning Commission approved a request to rezone
Trump talks foreign policy; Cruz taps running mate
Associated Press WASHINGTON With the general election in his sights, Republican Donald Trump
Paris attacks suspect charged
Paris attacks suspect charged PARIS The lone known surviving suspect in the Paris attacks was
Niles treasurer could face court order if non-compliance continues
Niles treasurer could face court order if non-compliance continues
birthdays
birthdays Actor Frank Vincent (“Goodfellas,” “The Sopranos”) is 79. Actress-singer Ann-Margret is
Gunfire at police
Gunfire at police CAMPBELL No one was injured when a man wearing a black hoodie fired five or
Youngstown’s ‘town-hall meeting’ was a mixed bag for those attending
City officials addressed residents about various issues
The retired president of the Cafaro Co. looks to the future for his family-run business
About 105 acres of vacant land near Niles’ Eastwood Mall complex will eventually be developed, he said.
Advocate for bestiality law gets warm reception from Warren council
Warm response from city council Wednesday to advocacy for Warren to approve a bestiality law.
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Town hall meeting in Youngstown gets mixed reviews
Town hall meeting in Youngstown gets mixed reviews
US honors Puerto Ricans who fought, died in segregated unit
US honors Puerto Ricans who fought, died in segregated unit
Academic Distress Commission will collect community input
Academic Distress Commission will collect community input
Anthony Cafaro Sr. looks to the future of the family-owned company
Anthony Cafaro Sr. looks to the future of the family-owned company
Energy company shuts down fracking operation in Lawrence County
Energy company shuts down fracking operation in Lawrence County
Canton man bound over to Trumbull grand jury on domestic-violence charge
Canton man bound over to Trumbull County grand jury on domestic-violence charge
Trial still set for Ohio man who rushed stage at Trump rally
Trial still set for Ohio man who rushed stage at Trump rally
Magistrate: No civil-protection order for man accused of stalking Niles employee
Judge: No civil-protection order for man accused of stalking Niles employee
Trump vows to shake off US foreign policy 'rust' in address
Trump vows to shake off US foreign policy 'rust' in address
White House lockdown lifted, person taken into custody
White House lockdown lifted, person taken into custody
Protesters attend hearing for Girard man accused of beating his dog
Protesters attend hearing for Girard man accused of beating his dog
FBI says it won't disclose how it accessed locked iPhone
FBI says it won't disclose how it accessed locked iPhone
Judge sets $1,500 bond in Johnny Manziel assault case
Judge sets $1,500 bond in Johnny Manziel assault case
HASTERT UPDATE | Judge sentences Hastert to 15 months in prison
Judge sentences Dennis Hastert to 15 months in prison
Youngstown woman charged after chase in Boardman that injured two children
Youngstown woman charged after chase in Boardman that injured two children
HASTERT UPDATE | Former athlete says Hastert molested him in locker room
Former athlete says Hastert molested him in locker room
Ford recalls 202K pickups, SUVs, cars to fix transmissions
Ford recalls 202K pickups, SUVs, cars to fix transmissions
Niles man indicted in theft case involving state. Sen. Cafaro's office
Niles man indicted in theft case involving state. Sen. Cafaro's office
Ohioan pleads no contest to charges after grandpa’s death
Ohioan pleads no contest to charges after grandpa’s death
Boardman school, township officials discuss land swap
Boardman school, township officials discuss land swap
CIRV to host clinic Saturday to help returning citizens
CIRV to host clinic Saturday to help returning citizens
NEO man alleges officers used excessive force
Northeast Ohio man alleges officers used excessive force
Relative: 5 of 8 shot in Ohio will be buried side by side
Relative: 5 of 8 shot in Ohio will be buried side by side
Police probe discovery of human bones behind hotel
Police probe discovery of human bones behind hotel
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Boar’s Head Group of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve
Sale correction
Sale correction BOARDMAN Good Hope Church, 98 Homestead Drive, will host a rummage sale from 9
Victory not in cards for Mooney
The Cardinals couldn’t keep their opening-period momentum, falling to CVCA, 16-9.
Another walk-off win for Twins over Tribe
Miguel Sano singled in a run with one out in the ninth inning and the Twins won, 6-5.
Track and field stars named Athletes of the Year
Conner Neu and Nina Grambling are YSU’s Athletes of the Year for 2015-16.
‘Ratchet & Clank,’ ‘Warcraft’ lead new breed of video-game films Shooting for a hit
By DERRIK J. LANG AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES At long last, it seems Hollywood has
A clerical error overcompensated Cardinal Joint Fire District Chief Donald Hutchison
Cardinal Joint Fire District Chief Donald Hutchison was overcompensated more than $16,000 for three years due to a clerical error
Ohio is becoming energy self-sufficient, official says
Ohio oil and gas production will keep rising, ODNR director predicts.
City school board approves administrative contracts, rejects members’ pay limitation
School board rejects tying future members’ compensation to district performance
oddly enough
oddly enough Selfies with suburban Atlanta gator? Bad idea, police warn PEACHTREE CITY, Ga.
Manziel indicted in attack on girlfriend
Johnny Manziel faces a charge of misdemeanor assault related to family violence, which carries up to one year in jail and a $4,000 fine.
McCutchen smashes three HRs in Bucs’ win
Slumping outfielder Andrew McCutchen hit three homers and drove in five runs in Pittsburgh’s 9-4 victory.
Viva La Vida’s Rose Cava A sparkling success
I first met Tony Bellatto in the fall of 2007. I had just started in my position of fine wine specialist for Ohio Wine and Beverage and Bellatto was managing the Havana House in Niles. He and I didn’t know it at the time, but we were both at the beginning of an incredible journey through the world of wine.
Ving available in the Google Apps Marketplace
The employee communications platform can now be leveraged across an entire enterprise.
Ben Carson wrong about Tubman
Opinion: By Leona Allen The Dallas Morning News There’s an old saying in the South that my Grandma Leona
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Apple reports iPhone sales down, 1st revenue drop since 2003
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Apple sold more than 51 million iPhones in the first three months
Ohio coroner: Most victims shot many times; some suffered bruising
Associated Press CINCINNATI A coroner’s report released Tuesday showed new details of vicious
US Steel files trade complaint against big Chinese producers
Associated Press WASHINGTON United States Steel Corp. has filed a complaint with U.S. regulators
Chobani to give employees shares in company
Associated Press NEW YORK Chobani says it is giving its employees an ownership stake in the
Philippine troops hunt Muslim extremists who beheaded Canadian man
Associated Press MANILA, Philippines The Philippine military came under increased pressure
More than $100 million will be wagered on this weekend’s Kentucky Derby, and personal-finance
More than $100 million will be wagered on this weekend’s Kentucky Derby, and personal-finance
How do you solve a problem like Saudi Arabia? Start with clarity
Opinion: President Barack Obama’s visit to Saudi Arabia last week will have little impact on the mounting
US court upholds photo ID voter law
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. Civil-rights and elections attorneys said Tuesday they will
Hail, strong winds, small tornadoes hit Plains states
Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY Thunderstorms bearing hail as big as grapefruit and winds
A license to braid hair?
Opinion: By Amy Klobuchar and Mike Lee Tribune News Service It’s clear that some professionals, like
Test kitchen recipe: Tortilla de Patata
By Susan Selasky Detroit Free Press Tortilla de Patata recipe is a Spanish omelet made with
Many mysteries of Piketon massacre must be solved
Editorial: The killing of eight family members in Pike County in southern Ohio last Friday stand out as one of
Selected local stocks
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JFK High School nets a Cafaro Foundation donation
The Cafaro Foundation donates $100,000 to JFK High School project
Dante Strollo services will be Saturday
Dante Strollo and brother Lenny had inside knowledge of mob activity
Ramp to close
Ramp to close LORDSTOWN The eastbound entrance ramp to the Ohio Turnpike at Interchange 216 at
Testimony begins in East Side murder, drug trial
Two defendants face four counts of aggravated murder
Warren man gets five years in prison for Hubbard assaults and robbery
Joshua L. Wauer, 30, sentenced for punching three men outside of a bar, including one who suffered a fractured skull.
birthdays
birthdays Actress Anouk Aimee is 84. Singer Cuba Gooding of the Main Ingredient is 72. Singer Ann
Youngstown man lobbies for animal-protection law
HB 187 would authorize emergency responders to assist with hurt dogs and cats, though they would have to consult with a licensed veterinarian before administering drugs to the injured animals
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Struthers school board, finance committee, 6:30 p.m., board office, 99 Euclid
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Wednesday, April 27, the 118th day of 2016. There are 248 days left in the
Trump, Clinton rout rivals in Northeast
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA In a front-runner’s rout, Republican Donald Trump roared to
BUSINESS DIGEST || Cortland Bancorp declares dividend
Cortland dividend CORTLAND Cortland Bancorp, the holding company for Cortland Savings and
Police probe robbery
Police probe robbery hubbard Police are investigating a robbery reported about 2:15 p.m. Tuesday
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Prince’s sister says musician had no will MINNEAPOLIS Prince’s sister says the
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PRIMARY UPDATE | CNN projects Hillary Clinton will win the Democratic primary in Connecticut
PRIMARY UPDATE | CNN projects Hillary Clinton will win the Democratic primary in Connecticut
PRIMARY UPDATE | CNN projects Bernie Sanders will win the Rhode Island Democratic primary
PRIMARY UPDATE | CNN projects Bernie Sanders will win the Rhode Island Democratic primary
PRIMARY UPDATE | Where things stand in uncalled races
PRIMARY UPDATE | Where things stand in uncalled races
PRIMARY UPDATE | Clinton wins Pennsylvania, CNN projects
PRIMARY UPDATE | Clinton wins Pennsylvania, CNN projects
PRIMARY UPDATE | Trump strong showing a blow to rivals running out of ways to stop him
PRIMARY UPDATE | Trump strong showing a blow to rivals running out of ways to stop him
PRIMARY UPDATE | CNN projects Clinton wins Maryland, Delaware primaries
PRIMARY UPDATE | CNN projects Clinton wins Maryland, Delaware primaries
PRIMARY UPDATE | Trump wins primaries in all 5 states
PRIMARY UPDATE | Trump wins primary in all 5 states
PRIMARY UPDATE | Trump, Clinton claim early victories in Northeast primaries
PRIMARY UPDATE | Trump, Clinton claim early victories in Northeast primaries
PRIMARY UPDATE | Early exit polls show Trump winning 3 states; Clinton one
PRIMARY UPDATE | Early exit polls show Trump winning 3 states; Clinton one
Chinese company to build $1 billion mill in south Arkansas
Chinese company to build $1 billion mill in south Arkansas
Pennsylvania Supreme Court rejects newspapers’ email appeal
Pennsylvania Supreme Court rejects newspapers’ email appeal
North Carolina Dems pan 'keep our state straight' comment
North Carolina Dems pan 'keep our state straight' comment
Ohio Turnpike reminder: Interchange 216 ramp at Lordstown closing Wednesday night
Ohio Turnpike reminder: Interchange 216 ramp at Lordstown closing Wednesday night
Campbell school board has special meeting Wednesday
Campbell school board has special meeting Wednesday
Youngstown man pitches animal-protection law before Ohio Senate panel
Youngstown man pitches animal-protection law before Ohio Senate panel
ODNR official: Ohio well on its way to becoming energy self-sufficient
Ohio well on its way to becoming energy self-sufficient
Opening arguments underway in trials of duo charged in East Side murders
Opening arguments underway in trials of duo charged in East Side murders
Ohio man confesses to 911: 'I just shot and killed my wife'
Ohio man confesses to 911: 'I just shot and killed my wife'
Ivan Parker in concert on Sunday
Ivan Parker in concert on Sunday BOARDMAN Ivan Parker will perform at 6 p.m. Sunday at Christ’s
Boardman officials have news conference Wednesday on proposed land swap
Boardman officials announce news conference on proposed land swap
Coroner: More fentanyl deaths than heroin in Hamilton County
Coroner: More fentanyl deaths than heroin in Ohio county
State auditor cites Canfield Joint Fire District for overpaying its chief
State auditor cites Canfield Joint Fire District for overpaying its chief
Ohio bill would restore rare coins sales tax exemption
Ohio bill would restore rare coins sales tax exemption
Prince's sister: Prince had no known will
Sister asked court that a special administrator be appointed
Public's help sought identifying Liberty robbery suspect
Public's help sought identifying Liberty robbery suspect
Veteran Salute Day is Thursday at Oakhill Renaissance Place
Veteran Salute Day is Thursday at Oakhill Renaissance Place
Female student charged after confessing to Howland bomb threat
Female student in juvenile jail after confessing to Howland bomb threat
Boardman officials announce news conference on proposed land swap
Boardman officials announce news conference on proposed land swap
Boardman police arrest two on prostitution-related charges
Boardman police arrest two on prostitution-related charges
UPDATE | Manziel indicted in alleged attack on ex-girlfriend
Johnny Manziel indicted in alleged attack on ex-girlfriend
Warren man gets 5 years for brawl that broke victim's skull
Warren man gets 5 years for brawl that broke victim's skull
Poland fends off Canfield rally
Shades of last year’s district championship showed up on Monday, but Poland made sure everything didn’t go according to script.
The Covelli Centre had its second-best quarter ever to start the year
The facility had a $304,861 operating surplus during the first three months of 2016
Canfield player ‘nets’ award
The future Ivy League student recently was awarded a $3,000 scholarship from the Cleveland Hockey Booster Club.
60th annual book sale set this week at Westminster Presbyterian Church
Funds benefit multiple charitable organizations.
Scrappers assistant GM details attractions
Matt Thompson, in his 12th season with the Scrappers, spoke at Monday’s Curbstone Coaches luncheon.
Boardman middle schools to be renamed
The board also approved tenure for three Boardman High School teachers who have been with the district for three years.
Warren man gets 16 years in prison for choking girlfriend, then stabbing her 5 times
Jacob J. Asbury, 33, sentenced to 16 years in prison for stabbing and choking his girlfriend in her Tod Avenue Southwest Warren Township home
SPORTS DIGEST || Moffatt named HL Player of the Week
Moffatt named HL Player of the Week Indianapolis, Ind. Youngstown State junior Brittney Moffatt
PREP ROUNDUP | Monday’s games
BASEBALL Poland 8, Canfield 6 CANFIELD The Bulldogs (14-2, 7-0 All-American Conference Red)
Air Reserve commander, port authority chairman seek alternative funding for Vienna military deployment hub
Recently announced state-capital-budget allotments didn’t include the $1.2 million needed to turn the air cargo facility at the Youngstown Warren Regional Airport into a military deployment hub
Organizer of illegal ‘bike life’ event pleads guilty to three charges
Trevor Hall pleaded guilty Monday two counts of failure to comply with the orders of a police officer and receiving stolen property
Jurors selected for trial of 2 men charged in rash of E. Side killings
Total of six people are charged
Man tells cops he’s assaulted after he sets up date on Facebook
Victim beaten with gun, clothes ripped
An unconventionally dry winter saved the township money
A dry winter saved the road department money
Report says officers used force to detain alleged drunken suspect
An Austintown man is accused of assaulting a police officer in a fit of rage
Big financial push fails to help Altiere win primary
Mahoning County prosecutor pays back $39,900 in campaign loans from 2008
After early April snow, Valley fruit growers surprised
Dan Simmons, owner of Peace Valley Orchards in Rogers, explains how many peaches should be on each branch to produce the best peaches.
Today is Tuesday, April 26, the 117th day of 2016
Today is Tuesday, April 26, the 117th day of 2016. There are 249 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Bucs lefty Locke handcuffs Rockies
Matt Joyce hit a three-run homer and Jeff Locke threw six scoreless innings.
Arcia’s walk-off homer downs Tribe
Zach McAllister had only allowed one hit this season when he took the mound against the free-swinging Twins.
Two seek spots on First Niles board
Two investors of First Niles Financial are seeking seats on its board of directors.
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Man dumps nontoxic green dye into Alaska creek as a prank KETCHIKAN, Alaska
Doctor joins practice
Doctor joins practice BOARDMAN Ankle & Foot Care Centers recently added Dr. Ramy Fahim to its
Voter ID laws making it difficult for lawful voters to cast ballots
Opinion: By Andrew Gumbel Los Angeles Times Molly McGrath is laser- focused on a job no advanced
Cavaliers in good shape after sweeping Pistons
Cleveland will meet either Atlanta or Boston in the second round.
Drug Take Back event scheduled
Drug Take Back event scheduled AUSTINTOWN Several agencies in Mahoning County are drop-off sites
Knee injury to keep Curry out two weeks
Stephen Curry will miss at least two weeks for Golden State with a sprained ligament in his right knee.
Gannett looks to buy Tribune
Associated Press NEW YORK Newspaper publisher Gannett wants to buy Tribune Publishing for more
Senate contest a toss-up
Opinion: By Albert R. HUNT Bloomberg View There is a second critical contest in the 2016 U.S. elections:
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Graham Nash: Tonight on
Can an aspirin a day keep heart attacks at bay? Daily dosage
By Allie Shah Star Tribune Minneapolis Minnesota doctors welcomed recent federal health
Probation for Yavorcik is a travesty of justice
Editorial: Unlike federal judges who must adhere to sentencing guidelines, state judges have a great deal of
Selected local stocks
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Saudi Arabia outlines reform plan for oil-addicted economy
Associated Press RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA Saudi Arabia unveiled a bold reform plan Monday aimed at
Immunizations: Stop sickness before it starts
Mayo Clinic News Network Immunization is one of the best ways you can protect yourself and your
Town-hall meeting
Town-hall meeting YOUNGSTOWN City council members are inviting citizens to attend a town-hall
John Dellick released
John Dellick released YOUNGSTOWN The son of Judge Theresa Dellick of Mahoning County Juvenile
Time Warner Cable deal gets approval
Associated Press NEW YORK Federal regulators will impose several conditions meant to protect
Friend of man accused in shooting will plead
Associated Press COLUMBIA, S.C. A friend of the white man accused of fatally shooting nine black
Human skull found in Earth Day cleanup
Human skull found in Earth Day cleanup PENNSAUKEN, N.J. An Earth Day effort to clean up a trash-
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Liberty Township trustees, 2 p.m., special meeting to discuss the Community
Appeals court: Cosby’s criminal case can go on
Appeals court: Cosby’s criminal case can go on PHILADELPHIA A Pennsylvania appeals court has
‘Individual A’ sues Hastert for money
Associated Press CHICAGO A man who alleges he was sexually abused by former U.S. House Speaker
Chief apologizes for handcuffing children
Associated Press MURFREESBORO, TENN. A Tennessee police chief has apologized after his officers
Backlash greets plans for Muslim cemeteries across US
Associated Press DUDLEY, MASS. On the site of a long-idle dairy farm, leaders of a local mosque
Cleveland settles lawsuit over Tamir Rice shooting for $6M
Associated Press CLEVELAND The city on Monday reached a $6 million settlement in a lawsuit over
LGBT law spurs demonstrations
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. Demonstrations encircled North Carolina’s statehouse Monday, for
Cruz, Kasich defend alliance vs. Trump
Associated Press BORDEN, Ind. Declaring the Republican presidential contest at “a fork in the
Attorney: Manziel to be indicted
An indictment would further imperil Manziel’s chances of playing pro football.
BUSINESS DIGEST || First National Bank of Pa. completes acquisition
First National Bank of Pa. completes acquisition PITTSBURGH First National Bank of Pennsylvania,
Court: Brady must serve his suspension
A three-judge panel of the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Manhattan ruled 2-to-1 that Commissioner Roger Goodell did not deprive Brady of “fundamental fairness.”
OHIO SHOOTINGS Prosecutor: Pot grown where 8 were slain
Associated Press COLUMBUS Four days after the calculated killings of eight people in rural Ohio,
Monday, April 25 (97 stories)
Valley fruit growers assessing the effects of our wacky weather
Peace Valley Orchards farmer Dan Simmons expected his apple orchard – his livelihood – to be wiped out a few weeks back.
Opening statements Tuesday in trial involving string of East Side homicides
A jury was selected Monday in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court in the trial of two men accused of a string of homicides on the East Side dating back to 2011.
Covelli Centre posts near-record surplus
Sold-out concerts by Elton John and Carrie Underwood led the way during a near-record operating-surplus quarter to start the year at the Covelli Centre.
Westminster Presbyterian's 60th annual used book sale starts Wednesday
Proceeds from the annual used book sale at Westminster Presbyterian Church benefit a range of charitable organizations.
Brief winter saves money for Austintown, official says
Officials say the unusually dry winter helped Austintown Township’s road department save money.
See who spent what to get elected
A big financial push by Trumbull County Sheriff Thomas Altiere in the final weeks leading to the March 15 Democratic primary didn’t help him turn back the challenge of Howland Police Chief Paul Monroe.
Boardman realigning middle schools
Boardman Center and Glenwood middle schools next school year will get new names due to a building realignment that will put all fifth- and sixth-grade students at Center and all seventh- and eighth-grade students at Glenwood.
Son of Mahoning County judge released to rehab facility
Son of Mahoning County judge released to rehab facility
2 OVI Mahoning County checkpoints set up this weekend
2 OVI Mahoning County checkpoints set up this weekend
Cosby's criminal case can resume after court rejects appeal
Cosby's criminal case can resume after court rejects appeal
Ohio gas prices up again, averages to about $2.16 per gallon
Ohio gas prices up again, averages to about $2.16 per gallon
Campaign trail traffic heavy ahead of Pennsylvania primary
Campaign trail traffic heavy ahead of Pennsylvania primary
Armed Services chief lays out risky strategy for budget hike
Armed Services chief lays out risky strategy for budget hike
APNewsBreak: Church shooting suspect's friend to plead
APNewsBreak: Church shooting suspect's friend to plead
Ohio lawmakers seek $400K for faith-based anti-heroin effort
Ohio lawmakers seek $400K for faith-based anti-heroin effort
EPA tests soil for lead on private properties near Ohio park
EPA tests soil for lead on private properties near Ohio park
Andra Day to appear on 50 million Coke cups at McDonald's
Andra Day to appear on 50 million Coke cups at McDonald's
Manziel's attorney says assault indictment to come Tuesday
Manziel's attorney says assault indictment to come Tuesday
US ends Honda probe for failing to report deaths, injuries
US ends Honda probe for failing to report deaths, injuries
US new-home sales fall in March for third straight month
US new-home sales fall in March for third straight month
2 men including USAID employee killed in Bangladesh
2 men including USAID employee killed in Bangladesh
Family game night is Thursday at Campbell K-7 building
Family game night is Thursday at Campbell K-7 building
Bob Evans closes 27 restaurants, none in the Mahoning Valley
Bob Evans closes 27 restaurants, none in the Mahoning Valley
'Bike Life' organizer pleads guilty in Warren case
'Bike Life' organizer pleads guilty in Warren case
Local police departments will take in unused, expired prescription drugs Saturday
Local police departments will take in unused, expired prescription drugs Saturday
Appeals court: Brady must serve 4-game suspension for 'Deflategate'
Appeals court: Brady must serve 4-game suspension for 'Deflategate'
Man gets 16 years for choking, stabbing girlfriend
Man gets 16 years for choking, stabbing girlfriend
Brownlee Woods Neighborhood Association meets Thursday
Brownlee Woods Neighborhood Association meets Thursday
Man sets up date on Facebook, ends up being assaulted
Man sets up date on Facebook, ends up being assaulted
Tenn. police chief apologizes for arrest of 10 children
Tenn. police chief apologizes for arrest of 10 children
US to states: Make it easier for ex-prisoners to obtain IDs
US to states: Make it easier for ex-prisoners to obtain IDs
Jury selection underway for two men charged with East Side homicides
Jury selection underway for two men charged with East Side homicides
Cleveland settles lawsuit over Tamir Rice shooting for $6M
Cleveland settles lawsuit over Tamir Rice shooting for $6M
USA Today owner Gannett bids for LA Times publisher Tribune
USA Today owner Gannett bids for LA Times publisher Tribune
Forecasters warn of severe weather outbreak in central US
Forecasters warn of severe weather outbreak in central US
Lane restrictions this week on Interstate 80 in Mercer County
Lane restrictions this week on Interstate 80 in Mercer County
Obama says new US troops in Syria will be essential
Obama says new US troops in Syria will be essential
Authorities: Pot operations found in homes where 8 died
Authorities: Pot operations found in homes where 8 died
1 killed in early morning house fire in southwest Ohio
1 killed in early morning house fire in southwest Ohio
Cardinal Mooney rallies past Ursuline to win Bob Cene Catholic Baseball Tournament
Cardinal Mooney stretched its winning streak to nine games Sunday night as the Cardinals won the Bob Cene Catholic Baseball Tournament
Video game review
‘Star Fox Zero’ Grade: D Details: for the Wii U, $59.99 How do you solve a problem like Fox
Liz Rubino brings cabaret show home Under the covers
By LORRAINE WARDLE entertainment@vindy.com Professional singer and recording artist Liz Rubino
Maag Library at YSU plans 40th birthday bash
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University’s Maag Library, the second-largest
Building Blitz
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com STRUTHERS The song “What a Difference a Day Makes” that jazz
Barricade devices for Ohio schools became legal last week
A decision this month by the Ohio building standards board allows Ohio schools to deploy barricade devices to protect students and staff from active shooters.
New Cruze receive positive reviews while production on suspension
Production of the new 2016 Chevrolet Cruze at the Lordstown plant is suspended for two weeks.
Bike rentals coming to MetroParks Bikeway
Park visitors will be able to rent bikes at the Kirk Road Trailhead
Celebrate the amazing life, lasting afterlife of Prince
Editorial: The title character of 20th-century French author Antoine de Saint-Exupery’s classic novella “The
Bernie, it’s time to go
Opinion: By Ann McFeatters Tribune News Service WASHINGTON Dear Bernie, How can we miss you if you
More high school results from this weekend
BASEBALL Hubbard 15, Akron East 0 AKRON Jamie Thomson and Tim Herberger each had three RBIs
PRO GOLF roundup
VAlero TExas Open Hoffman captures fourth PGA Tour win SAN ANTONIO Charley Hoffman made a
Cold War tensions rising again
Opinion: By Lewis W. DIUGUID The Kansas City Star The Russians must have thought they were on a 1950s-
Gift of Trump’s ramshackle bid
Opinion: “One fine day, in a fit of euphoria, after he had picked up the telephone and taken an order for
Short film details the life of McGuffey
Staff report A 20-minute documentary film about the life of William Holmes McGuffey (1800-1873) is
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average
Knox teacher transforms classroom
West Branch teacher changes classroom with age-appropriate seating
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Tax lawyer annoyed by paying taxes denied law license return HARRISBURG, Pa. A
Gunman wounds 2 outside prom before cop shoots him
Associated Press ANTIGO, WIS. An 18-year-old man opened fire with a high-powered rifle outside
4 face charges in sale of painkiller
Associated Pres ELYRIA, Ohio Police in Northeast Ohio say four people have been arrested in
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses David C. Fasano, 35, of 3250 Brandywine Drive, apt.
Trump, Clinton eye a super Tuesday
Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump surged Sunday toward another
Veterans assistance fairs set
The job, training and benefits fairs will offer veterans a one-stop shop for assistance.
LaVange was head drum major of the Howland Marching Band from 2010 to 2014
The last area OSU Marching Band drum major was Jack Swinehart of Warren G. Harding in 1968
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Marisa Knox and James Bullen, Youngstown, boy, April 23.
Stand Against Racism slated Friday at YSU
Stand Against Racism slated Friday at YSU YOUNGSTOWN Stand Against Racism, sponsored by the YWCA
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Jackson Township Zoning Board of Appeals, 9 a.m., 10613 Mahoning Ave., N. Jackson.
DeWine: Slayings of 8 wereSFlbplanned executions
Associated Press COLUMBUS The slayings of eight family members in rural southern Ohio were
No arrests made after theft, chase in Boardman
Staff report BOARDMAN No arrests had been made as of Sunday night in connection with a theft
9/11 secret pages likely to be released
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration will likely soon release at least part of a
Harding girls read their way to confidence
About 65 girls applied to be in the book club and 15 were selected
‘Jungle Book’ still reigns
‘Jungle Book’ still reigns LOS ANGELES “The Jungle Book” remained king of the box office in its
N. Korea claims successful test of sub-fired missile
Associated Press SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA North Korea said Sunday that it successfully test-fired a
Gasoline prices jump
Gasoline prices jump CAMARILLO, Calif. The average price of gasoline has jumped by 8 cents over
US officials: Up to 250 troops headed to Syria
Associated Press AERZEN, GERMANY President Barack Obama will send an additional 250 military
Former Grove City president earns award
The former president of Grove City College recognized by association
Partnership aids nurses in earning bachelor’s degrees
Students can earn nursing diplomas and bachelor’s degrees through the partnership
Obama dismisses N. Korea proposal to halt nuke tests
Associated Press NEW YORK A day after North Korea’s foreign minister told The Associated Press
Beyond his music Prince’s legacy includes black activism
Associated Press Prince accepted a standing ovation as he strolled out carrying a cane and rocking
Catholic school educators awarded Golden Apple awards
Seven educators chosen for Golden Apple awards
Food/clothing
Food/clothing Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, lunch, bag of
YEARS AGO
Today is Monday, April 25, the 116th day of 2016. There are 250 days left in the year. Associated
Dam warning buoys will improve boater safety
Buoys will be installed this summer to alert boaters to three hazardous Mahoning River dams.
Design underway for final stretch of Mill Creek MetroParks Bikeway
MetroParks to add 6.4 miles to link to Columbiana County
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Boil advisory issued for Washingtonville water customers
It results from construction work on state Route 14
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame to offer free admittance during run of GOP convention
AT&T is sponsoring the promotion
Public invited to Stand Against Racism on Friday at YSU forum
Dialogue will center on eradicating racism
Obama lobbies Germany for cooperation on international trade deals
Free trade strengthens economies, the president proclaimed
Habitat volunteers completing exterior work on new Struthers home
What a difference one day made in progress of the construction
Jungle Book continues its reign over box office this weekend
It beat second-place finisher, “The Huntsman: Winter’s War,” by around $40 million
Favorable reviews greet rollout of Lordstown-built Next-Generation Cruze
Production has been halted for the next two weeks due to earthquakes in Japan
Investigators complete evidence-gathering at sites of fatal shootings in Ohio
The crime scenes will be preserved for the immediate future
Maag Library at YSU marks 40th birthday with celebration Wednesday
It is the second largest institutional repository in Ohio
Junior league plans Kentucky Derby party
A Kentucky Derby party will take place May 7 at The Embassy in Boardman.
Falcons’ Rivera shakes nerves at Mahoning County meet
Fitch sophomore sprinter Eva Rivera woke up Saturday morning not feeling all that well.
Manilow concert near sell-out at Covelli Centre
Audience members were eager to hear their favorite Manilow tunes.
Mooney, Ursuline to meet in Catholic final at Cene
Cardinals, Irish won their respective pools on Saturday.
TV reality star from Youngstown campaigning for Trump, her mentor
She says Trump will ‘easily’ get the needed delegates to be the Republican presidential nominee
Runners to your marks … Upcoming races & walks
APRIL SATURDAY — Easter Seals 5K Walk/Run at Boardman Park in Boardman. Registration at 9 a.m. and
Flea showcases local artisans
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It didn’t take Janice Atlee long to realize she
High School roundup Results from Saturday’s other games
BASEBALL Niles 6-3, Lisbon 2-1 NILES In game one, Niles scored two runs in the fourth, fifth
Habitat for Humanity group sponsors local Blitz Build
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com STRUTHERS When asked for her reaction to a life-changing event
Straight Talk program addresses topic of sex
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com WARREN The organization is called Teen Straight Talk, and
Federal Ink: a hopeful imprint in Youngstown’s revival
Federal Ink, a one-year-old business, offers screen printing and graphic services.
‘American Made’ songwriter series returns KEAGGY and country
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Ian Keaggy has plenty of memories of Northeast Ohio but
Young actress injects herself in ‘Game of Thrones’ role
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK Arya Stark was no coddled child. Born with a
A siblings’ bond throughout the years
By SEAN BARRON Special to The Vindicator AUSTINTOWN Terri Prestis strongly feels that too many
Comedian explores cultural divides on new CNN series
Comedian explores cultural divides on new CNN series By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW
Area Golf Calendar Upcoming outings and league notices
EVENTS MAY 6 — Tri-State PGA Pro-AM at Tam O’Shanter Golf Course. Call 724-981-3552. 14 —
Scouts clean up for Earth Day
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The combination of early spring and hundreds of
Holocaust commemoration programs planned in May
Observances will be May 1 at Jewish Community Center and May 5 at Mahoning County Courthouse.
Mystery shrouds deserted, neglected Youngstown cemetery
Ken Sommers, Tod Homestead Cemetery superintendent, walks through a neglected area that used to be Youngstown Township Cemetery. The ground shows depressions where more than 1,800 coffins are buried. The area has not been maintained for 50 years.
Murdered Valley airman may finally rest in peace
Editorial: After more than nine years watching the wheels of justice in Brazil turn ever so slowly, we greet
Rise in crashes linked to higher speed limits
Associated Press HAMILTON, Ohio Injury and property crashes have increased with the raising of
SPORTS digest
Scrappers assistant GM next Curbstone speaker Mahoning Valley Scrappers assistant general manager
Backup catcher goes off on Pirates
Chris Herrmann drove in four runs with a home run and double, Rubby De La Rosa gave up three hits over six-plus innings, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Pittsburgh Pirates
If you demolish it, they will come
Opinion: Some friends and I are having a backyard party Saturday, and you’re invited. Breakfast, lunch,
Mahoning Valley Race Course
Saturday’s results RACE 1 $15,000 - 3 yo’s & up, 5F, STR $4,000 3 Piscean Realist (Bermudez, S.)
Statehouse to be open fewer hours
Associated Press COLUMBUS A board in charge of oversight of the Ohio Statehouse and grounds has
Saturday’s OTHER MLB GAMES
Blue Jays 9, Athletics 3 TORONTO Troy Tulowitzki hit two solo home runs, Josh Donaldson added a
METRO DIGEST || Submit art of your Mahoning River vision
Submit your art YOUNGSTOWN Friends of the Mahoning River are inviting local artists to submit
Ripa plans to return to talk show Tuesday
Ripa plans to return to talk show Tuesday LOS ANGELES Kelly Ripa is returning to her daytime
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO TODAY 9 a.m. (NBCS) Soccer: Sunderland vs. Arsenal, Barclays Premier League. 11
Publicist: Prince is cremated, celebrated in private ceremony
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS Prince was cremated and a group of his “most beloved” family,
YSU ROUNDUP Saturday’s results
TRACK AND FIELD Conner Neu wins hammer throw at Jesse Owens Track and Field Classic COLUMBUS
Honor: Silver Star Medal
Honor: Silver Star Medal Citation: For gallantry in action while engaged in military operations
Woman injured during home invasion after kidnapping dies
Associated Press ERIE, Pa. Authorities say a northwestern Pennsylvania woman critically injured
Brian M. Kennedy
Honor: Distinguished Flying Cross Citation: For heroism while participating in aerial flight as
Trump says he’s ‘not toning it down,’ draws jabs
Associated Press BRIDGEPORT, CONN. A confident Donald Trump told supporters on Saturday that
Slain family is described as being close-knit
Associated Press PIKETON, Ohio An out-of-breath caller who found two of the eight slain members
Fla. school board backs transgender bathroom ban
Fla. school board backs transgender bathroom ban OCALA, FLA. A school board in north Florida
Overseas, Obama begins long goodbye
Associated Press LONDON Back home, President Barack Obama has eight months, a dogfight over the
2 officers are shot, man is dead after Walmart shooting
Associated Press CHANDLER, ARIZ. Two officers are in stable condition, with one requiring
GEORGIA SHOOTINGS Daughter: Dad made threats
Associated Press ATLANTA The daughter of a northeast Georgia man suspected of shooting five
N. Korea to AP: Will halt nuke tests if US stops S. Korea drills
Associated Press NEW YORK North Korea’s foreign minister said Saturday in an interview with The
CHARLES L. CANFIELD JR.
Honor: Air Medal with “V” Device for Valor Citation: For heroism on April 8, 1968, while engaged
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL AND MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS columbiana COUNTY New complaints Kenneth Myers v. Kenan Advantage Group Inc., money.
Penguins end hex vs. Rangers
Mike Sullivan was right. The past is the past for the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Disciplining can be difficult when parenting styles differ
Tribune News Service Q: We are a struggling blended family. My husband has three children (age 7,
GOLF LEAGUE SCORES
GOLF LEAGUE SCORES MEN Olde Dutch Mill Golf Course Catholic War Veterans — Low gross: John
Agenda Monday
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Speaking course
Speaking course BOARDMAN The Mahoning Valley business development network Achievers USA will
Vindicator editorial about Shamu was on the mark
Opinion: Vindicator editorial about Shamu was on the mark With regard to the recent Vindicator editorial
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
publishers weekly best-sellers For the week ending April 17
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Obsession” by Nora Roberts (Berkley) 2. “As Time Goes By” by Mary
For furniture, the industrial look is in
Antiques and design shows today often have attractive pieces of furniture that have been transformed
MINIMUM WAGE Small companies adapt to increase
JOYCE M. ROSENBERG AP Business Writer NEW YORK In the aftermath of California and New York
As US enjoys cheap gas, a bust hits the Oil Patch
Associated Press HOUMA, La. It might sound strange, but the penny-pinching folks in Louisiana’s
Swimming pool design ideas, tips
Swimming pool design ideas, tips Are you considering taking the plunge to add a pool or update an
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS
First National Bank of PA to Leslie A. McClinsey et al, Maple Drive, Boardman, $29,500. Robert G.
RUNNING FOR FUN
By ANICK JESDANUN Associated Press LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. At Walt Disney World, you might find
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
FOOD Champion-based Uncle Jim’s Wild Habanero Barbeque Sauce was recently awarded second place
Is pet insurance worth the cost?
A serious illness or injury can take a financial toll, even when the patient is a pet. Cancer
Gardening in the dark
By Barbara Ballinger Chicago Tribune (TNS) Sunlight is overrated. Sure, lilacs and lavender need
Riggs coming to DoYo Live
DoYo Live, the Valley’s first digital marketing and interactive media conference, will take place at
Portman, GOP should act on high-court nominee
Opinion: Shortly after I underwent the judicial nomination and confirmation obstacle course in 1979 to become
Curbstone Coaches 49th Hall of Fame induction The Curbstone Coaches Association will induct its 2016 Hall of Fame Class on May 1 at 6 p.m. at Mr. Anthony’s Banquet Center on South Avenue in
CHESTER COOPER CONTRIBUTION TO SPORTS One of two contributors in this year’s class, Cooper is a
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Cosi Fan Tutte,” 2 p.m.: Mozart’s comic opera ($16, $8 for
Book signing planned by former resident
Book signing planned by former resident YOUNGSTOWN Earlina Gilford Weaver, a Youngstown native
Go forth & break the law
Opinion: The headline is a reflection of Judge Janet Burnside’s attitude when it comes to government
ON THE LINKS Saturday’s professional golf results
TEXAS OPEN SAN ANTONIO Ricky Barnes shot a 5-under 67 on Saturday to take a one-stroke lead in
METRO DIGEST || Upscale Online auction for Warren Philharmonic
Online auction WARREN Warren Philharmonic Orchestra will have its 2016 spring fundraiser on the
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Manilow wows fans at Covelli tonight
To the delight of local ‘70s and ‘80s pop music lovers, one of the kings of pop, Barry Manilow, included a Youngstown stop on his “One Last Time!” tour with a performance Saturday at the Covelli Centre.
Enjoy a greener, cleaner MetroParks, thanks to today's work of Valley Scouts
The combination of early spring and hundreds of dedicated Boy and Girl Scouts has ensured that bike riders, hikers and other visitors will be treated to a greener and cleaner Mill Creek MetroParks.
Attendees impressed with first Youngstown Flea
It didn’t take Janice Atlee long to realize she wasn’t at a traditional trash-or-treasure flea market.
'Sex is so dangerous, you need shots for it,' doctor tells teens at Straight Talk event”
The organization is called Teen Straight Talk, and straight talk is what the young people who attended the group’s fourth annual Strengthening the Family Conference got, especially about sex.
Prince cremated, eulogized in private ceremony, future musical celebration planned
Prince was cremated and celebrated afterward in a small, private service by a group of his “most beloved” family, friends and musicians, his publicist said Saturday.
Habitat Road Trip Crazies to build house in Struthers in 2 days
When asked for her reaction to a life-changing event going on next to her amid the continual sounds of power saws, clanking boards and people’s instructions to one another, Janine DePaola found it hard to get past “amazing.”
Annual Giant Garage Sale is all for the animals
Increased prices decreased early bargain hunters at Angels for Animals’s 22nd annual Giant Garage Sale.
Smith surprises Howland at benefit basketball game
The Howland graduate and current Michigan running back was a surprise guest at his old high school Friday night
Schulick to resign Mill Creek MetroParks board seat
Member cites frustration with park’s challenges, impatient constituency.
YSU falls to WSU in doubleheader
Wright State’s pitching staff held the Youngstown State baseball team in check for most of the day.
YSU roundup
WOMEN’S GOLF Dixon in second place in HL Championships HOWEY-IN-THE-HILLS, FLA. Youngstown
More High School results from Friday
MORE BASEBALL Boardman 10, Austintown Fitch 2 BOARDMAN The Spartans (8-7, 5-0 All-American
Girard residents remember popular bowling alley, hang-out spot
Girard residents remember popular bowling alley, hang-out spot
Congressmen talk business at Talmer function
Local U.S. representatives came to Boardman Friday to talk about the Mahoning Valley’s business climate with area business people.
SPORTS DIGEST || Scrappers announce All-Access Club
Scrappers announce All-Access Club Niles The Mahoning Valley Scrappers have announce the All-
Prince, Bowie, Haggard: rough year for music
By DAVID BAUDER AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK It’s only April, and already 2016 is a
Website allows public to share, judge TV ideas
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES You’re mystified by the number of destined-for-
Chief union steward terminated at Trumbull engineer’s office
The chief union stewart at the Trumbull County Engineer’s Office has been terminated for making a threatening statement and other matters.
Canfield residents raise funds for community concerts
Residents raised $3,000 toward Concerts on the Green
DRO and NAACP plan parents’ sessions
DRO and NAACP, Youngstown, plan Wednesday parent training session
Lily Pond to close for 45 days for parking lot project
MetroParks to rehabilitate parking lot using grant money
METRO DIGEST || Drug abuse summonses
Drug abuse AUSTINTOWN Officers issued two men court summonses for drug possession on Pine Trace
Rep. Bill Johnson has more than $1M in campaign fund; opponent has nothing
Rep. Tim Ryan has raised $772,690 toward his re-election
Canfield students connect careers with vehicles
Students exercised both their bodies and minds learning about careers involving wheels
Yavorcik gets 5 years of probation; even he's surprised
DAVID DERMER | THE VINDICATOR Martin Yavorcik hugs his girlfriend, Jessica Thompson, after a Cuyahoga County judge sentenced him to five years of probation with no prison time on eight felonies connected to the Oakhill Renaissance Place corruption scandal.
WOLLITZ: TV show gives exposure to area lakes
As episode four in the Outdoor Channel series of Major League Fishing broadcasts of tournaments filmed around Youngstown airs this afternoon, our region’s bass fishing is proving to be action-packed and full of drama.
SHALAWAY: Recognizing and celebrating Earth Day
On April 22, 1970, the first Earth Day, 20 million Americans launched the modern environmental movement.
OSU trademarks name of legendary football coach
Woody Hayes had a 205-61-10 record at Ohio State from 1951-1978. He died in 1987.
On the Links | Results of Friday’s professional golf events
TEXAS OPEN SAN ANTONIO Brendan Steele completed an 8-under 64 in the morning and shot a 70 in
Tomlin outduels Verlander to earn victory
Carlos Santana and Marlon Byrd homered off Verlander, lifting the Cleveland Indians to a 2-1 victory over the Detroit Tigers
US indexes end mixed
Associated Press A rebound in the price of oil and natural gas helped drive sharp gains for energy
VW: Scandal cost $18.2 billion in 2015
Associated Press WOLFSBURG, Germany It’s been a bad week for German automakers. Volkswagen
US home rents increased in March
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans paid more to rent homes last month, but broader measures
Study finds no suicide risk for anti-smoking pills
Associated Press TRENTON, N.J. Seven years after U.S. regulators slapped their strictest warning
Fiat Chrysler recalling more than 1.1M vehicles
Associated Press DETROIT Fiat Chrysler said Friday it’s recalling more than 1.1 million cars and
Selected local stocks
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How you can fight the bite
Opinion: I saw my first tick at a family reunion down near Effingham, Ill., back when I was about 10 or 11
Panama Papers test public’s trust
Opinion: By Markos Kounalakis The Sacramento Bee Warren Buffet is known for his pithy sayings and
Dam removal awaited this year
The state has provided a $2.38 million grant for removal of the First Street dam in the Mahoning River in Lowellville.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Barry Manilow, 7:30 p.m.: The pop-music legend in concert ($16.75
Victorious Trump happy, for now
Opinion: By Daniel Vasquez Sun Sentinel You hear that silence? That’s the sound of Donald Trump not
Ruling: Mercer girl dies of accidental drowning
Pheylin Cline, 1, was found face down in a neighbor’s pool Wednesday
200K Va. felons can vote in Nov.
200K Va. felons can vote in Nov. RICHMOND, Va. More than 200,000 convicted felons will be able
8 relatives shot in head; police search for killer
Associated Press PIKETON, Ohio Eight members of a family, including a mother sleeping in a bed
Obama urges UK to vote to stay in EU
Associated Press LONDON Lending political backup to a struggling friend, President Barack Obama
Kasich: Primary voters have second thoughts on Trump
Associated Press GLASTONBURY, Conn. Ohio Gov. John Kasich told Connecticut residents on Friday
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Austintown board members differ on whether open enrollment should continue for the district
Austintown board members differ on whether open enrollment should continue for the district
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,
men’s rally in the valley | The details
The seventh annual Men’s Rally in the Valley is planned for next Saturday at the Covelli Centre in
birthdays
birthdays Actor Lee Majors (“Six Million Dollar Man”) is 77. Actress Blair Brown is 69. Actress
Day of Prayer
Day of Prayer WARREN Christians from throughout Trumbull County will join with other believers
Prince’s sudden death raises questions about prior health
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS Prince talked dirty in song but had a reputation for clean living.
orthodox HOLY WEEK
orthodox HOLY WEEK Services planned Holy Week services begin this weekend with Palm Sunday, and
Grow to be a representative of God
There are so many voices in the world today. All we have to do is turn on the television, listen to
POLICE CALLS IN HUBBARD, LIBERTY, GIRARD
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Lens used during Apollo mission sells for more than $450K BOSTON A camera lens
METRO DIGEST || Robbery charge
Robbery charge WARREN Brad M. Starnes, 34, of Beal Street Northwest, is in the Trumbull County
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Nicole Conway and Emmanuel Alevizakis, Youngstown, girl,
BUSINESS DIGEST || Mahoning, Trumbull rank in SmartAsset study
Mahoning and Trumbull rank in SmartAsset study YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning and Trumbull counties
UW keeps on building ‘Success’ stories for Valley
Editorial: Success has long been the watchword of the United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley. For
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 1-over par 73 in
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE
TODAY’S ENTRIES POST TIME: 12:15 P.M. RACE 1 $15,000, 3 yo’s & up, 5F, STR $4,000 1 Saint
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Angels admission price hike needed to help the animals, co-founder says
Increased prices cut down on early bargain hunters attending the Angels for Animals’s 22nd annual Giant Garage Sale, which began Friday at Canfield Fairgrounds.
2nd resignee from Mill Creek board cites community ire, impatience in decision to leave
Mahoning County Probate Judge Robert N. Rusu Jr. now must select not one, but two, candidates to fill vacancies on the five-person Mill Creek MetroParks Board of Park Commissioners.
McGuffey's Hannah Wine named teacher of year in Youngstown
Hannah Wine always knew she wanted to help people.
Youngstown garden club lending hand to Mill Creek's Daffodil Meadow – again
Daffodil Meadow in Mill Creek Park first bloomed with the yellow and white buds that give it its name thanks to a donation by the Garden Club of Youngstown.
Local congressional candidates file finance reports
U.S. Rep. Bill Johnson, R-6th, has raised $1,187,007 toward his re-election effort while his Democratic challenger recently filed paperwork to start collecting money for his campaign fund.
Girard's Kay Lanes coming down, but memories will linger
One evening in 1997, all 24 lanes at Kay Lanes abruptly shut down, and a voice came over the loudspeaker.
This was a different kind of career day in Canfield
A firetruck, police car, SWAT vehicle and more lined the front parking lot of Hilltop Elementary School.
Report: Third of suicides in US are among middle-aged whites
Report: Third of suicides in US are among middle-aged whites
Mild flu season winding down, still widespread in Northeast
Mild flu season winding down, still widespread in Northeast
Prince's death raises numerous questions about prior health
Prince's death raises numerous questions about prior health
UPDATE | 8 relatives shot in head in Ohio; killer thought to be loose
8 relatives shot in head in Ohio; killer thought to be loose
UPDATE | At least 8 dead at 4 locations in Ohio; no arrests made
At least 8 dead at 4 locations in Ohio; no arrests made
Jackie Robinson’s daughter honors young students for essays
Jackie Robinson’s daughter honors young students for essays
OSHP on the scene of reported Jeep rollover in Hubbard Township
OSHP on the scene of reported Jeep rollover in Hubbard Township
Woman who set newborn on fire in road sentenced to 30 years
Woman who set newborn on fire in road sentenced to 30 years
Ohio judge overturns dying inmate’s conviction in wife’s death
Judge overturns dying inmate’s conviction in wife’s death
Ohio University marching band to perform at Macy’s parade
Ohio University marching band to perform at Macy’s parade
Talks could spur removal of First Street dam at Lowellville
Talks could spur removal of First Street dam at Lowellville
Kansas minority students seek parallel university government
Kansas minority students seek parallel university government
Virginia governor enables 200,000 felons to vote in November
Virginia governor enables 200,000 felons to vote in November
Pennsylvania accuser tries again to pursue Cosby lawsuit
Pennsylvania accuser tries again to pursue Cosby lawsuit
Cuba relents, allows Cuban-born travelers on historic cruise
Cuba relents, allows Cuban-born travelers on historic cruise
Lowellville council has special meeting Saturday morning
Lowellville council has special meeting Saturday morning
Multiple people shot to death in rural Ohio; details scarce
Multiple people shot to death in rural Ohio; details scarce
VINDY POLLING NOW | Youngstown Flea, Election, and Connecting YSU
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Lily Pond to close for 45 days for parking lot project
Lily Pond to close for 45 days for parking lot project
Hannah Wine named Youngstown City School District Teacher of the Year
Hannah Wine named Youngstown City School District Teacher of the Year
OAKHILL CASE | No prison time for Yavorcik; five years probation
OAKHILL CASE | No prison time for Yavorcik
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Mahoning Retired Teachers Association will meet May 11 at Antone’s Banquet Center,
Japan earthquakes suspend GM Lordstown production
The suspension is scheduled for April 25 through May 2.
South Range’s Yanek blanks Columbiana
The Raiders made a fourth-inning run stand up in a 1-0 victory.
Last Mahoning County Children Services group home will close
The closing of the Glenwood Avenue group home will displace 24 CSB employees.
Velasquez hired to coach Lowellville football team
Doug Velasquez was most recently a head coach at Mineral Ridge in 2013.
Youngstown school CEO will drive fundamental shift
May 11 is application deadline for Youngstown Schools CEO
Falconi hired as head football coach at Lakeview, Pa.
The Sailors went to the Class A state quarterfinals in 2013 after winning the Distict 10 championship.
Mooney, Ursuline to play in Catholic event at Cene
Cardinal Mooney (5-5) and Ursuline (8-4) will get the action started on Saturday at 11 a.m.
Passover is a time of spiritual and physical renewal, Liberty rabbi says
It is customary to removes all trace of chametz (leaven).
INSIDE THE ROPES WITH JASON KOKRAK
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot even-par 72 in the
Prep Roundup Friday’s other high school results
SOFTBALL Poland 14, Barberton 2, 6 innings BARBERTON Kristyn Svetlak and Amanda Wire combined
Judge touts success of felony drug court at ACTION event
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The fact that hundreds of people have successfully
Judge Rusu announces application process for MetroParks board
Applications will be accepted through May 6
Youngstown cops find dozens of pills after man pulled over for loud music
Reports said he had two different kinds of painkillers
Youngstown woman, 83, pleads not guilty to threatening grandson
Upset someone in wheelchair left alone, reports said
Mahoning commissioners close roads for bridge repair
The Ohio Turnpike Commission will repair the bridges over its toll road.
GM earned $2 billion in 1Q
General Motors Co. on Thursday announced first-quarter net income to common stockholders of $2 billion.
Claudia Hoerig had history of marital problems
Claudia Hoerig, 51, accused of killing her husband, Karl Hoerig, March 12, 2007, in their Newton Falls home, was a challenging woman to live with, according to documents and interviews from 2007.
Extradition of Claudia Hoerig from Brazil could take a year
Karl D. Hoerig’s body was found in his Ninth Street home in Newton Falls in 2007. His wife Claudia is a prime suspect in the killing, but the Brazilian Supreme Court has yet to approve her extradition. And that could take as long as a year or as short as mere weeks, a spokesman for Congressman Tim Ryan said Thursday.
Federal Frenzy schedule of bands
What: Federal Frenzy music and arts festival, featuring Reel Big Fish and 24 other bands When:
No knead bread class is rising success
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Poland library taught a class on No Knead
Court is in session at CVMS
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield Village Middle School tipped off new tradition
New members inducted into National Honor Society
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown Fitch High School’s National Honor
Fifth-grade students show off different talents
Austintown Fitch High School hosted the Austintown Intermediate School fifth-grade talent show on March 15 and 16 in the Fitch auditorium.
Special education interventionist shares experience
‚à´By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Carmen Difrangia is a native of Poland and
Canfield DQ hosts annual Easter egg hunt
Hundreds of children and their families took advantage of the sunny weather to attend the Canfield Dairy Queen’s annual Easter Egg Hunt on March 26.
Canfield Community Briefs
Italian Fest scholarship available Applications for the 2016 Youngstown State University
Canfield Sports Briefs
Annual camp to be hosted June 22-24 The Canfield boys basketball coaching staff is ready to host
Icy treats for a warm day
Poland Union students celebrated their Spring Treat party with Kona Ice on March 23.
Austintown Sports Briefs
Girls golf league to begin Sandwich Factory Girls Golf League, for girls ages 5-18, will start on
Hilltoppers have fun in the sun
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School students actually got the sun
April 4
April 4 Warrant: Police arrested Peter Larkin, 56, of West Hampton Drive on a warrant for failure
Austintown Community Briefs
Italian Fest scholarship available Applications for the 2016 Youngstown State University
Danielle Reed, Daniel Enyeart to marry June 11
The parents of Danielle Reed of McDonald and Daniel Enyeart of Youngstown, are announcing the
Boardman Community Briefs
Italian Fest scholarship available Applications for the 2016 Youngstown State University
Miss Apostolakis to be bride of Mr. Russell
The parents of Arielle Apostolakis of Canfield and Zachary Russell of Warren are announcing the
Piecing together original art at Boardman library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Boardman library hosted a canvas art craft
Poland Community Briefs
Italian Fest scholarship available Applications for the 2016 Youngstown State University
Miss Sujka, Mr. DiMuzio rite set for May 14
Andrew and Helena Sujka are announcing the engagement of their daughter Brittany Ann Sujka, and
Dobbins students are performers for a night
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Friends and families filled the Poland
Ashley Bolina, Samuel Smith to be married
The engagement of Ashley Marie Bolina and Samuel David Smith, both of Cleveland, is being made by
Boardman Sports Briefs
Girls golf league to begin in May Sandwich Factory Girls Golf League, for girls ages 5-18, will
Ohio Supreme Court Justice speaks to students
Ohio Supreme Court Justice Judith French visited Boardman High School on March 23.
Boardman senior recognized by National Merit program
Principal Cynthia Fernback of Boardman High School recently announced that Nektarios Kasamias has
Amanda Barbone, Nicholas Eubanks to marry April 30
Amanda M. Barbone and Nicholas D. Eubanks, both of Canfield, are announcing their engagement and
April 6
April 6 Harassment: Robert W. Nagle, 23, of Applewood Boulevard, Boardman, surrendered on two
Boardman High School boys track opens season with a win
The Boardman boys track team began the 2016 season with a 87-62-25 victory over the Garrettsville
Boardman High School boys track team stands out at meet
The Boardman boys track team improved its 2016 record to 5-1 and 1-1 in the AAC after finishing
Ferguson-Klein wedding set for July 23
Megan Ferguson and Bill Klein are engaged and will be married on July 23. She is the daughter of
Leprechauns leap their way to North Preschool for St. Patrick’s
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Students at Poland North Preschool
Thursday’s other NHL playoff games
Ducks 4, Predators 1 NASHVILLE, TENN. Nate Thompson and Jamie McGinn scored nearly 2 minutes
VW owners will have choice of buyback, repairs
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO The owners of nearly half a million polluting Volkswagens in the
SPORTS digest
YSU golfers dominate Horizon League honors Youngstown State senior golfer Brandon Pluchinsky
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1210.42—.17 Aqua America, .71
Pens ‘Malkin’ the most of healthy superstar
Evgeni Malkin scored two goals and set up two others in a 5-0 victory.
BUSINESS DIGEST || Mercy Health plans open house at mall
Mercy Health plans open house at mall NILES Mercy Health-Youngstown is inviting the public to
oddly enough
oddly enough Officer announces Omaha Police HQ squirrel’s death OMAHA, Neb. Omaha police have
Struthers deli offers eclectic selection of homemade food
Lena’s Main Street deli opened in January.
Post-trade analysis: Jackson says Browns ‘will get this right’
New coach Hue Jackson knows the sordid history and doesn’t care one bit about it or the criticism.
Farmers reports earnings increase in first quarter
Canfield-based Farmers National Banc Corp. reported net income of $4.8 million.
No more ties? Spelling bee to get harder words
Associated Press WASHINGTON After two-straight years of ties, the Scripps National Spelling Bee
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Lee Brice, 7:30 p.m.: Country music concert ($56.75 to $17) with
UK events overshadowed by debate about leaving EU
Associated Press LONDON It’s springtime in London, but President Barack Obama might sense a
birthdays
birthdays Actress Charlotte Rae (“The Facts of Life”) is 90. Actress Estelle Harris (“Seinfeld”)
Solar plane departs Hawaii with no fuel
Associated Press KAPOLEI, Hawaii Two pilots are slowly carving their way into a new future of
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Joe Walsh pulls out of GOP concert CLEVELAND Eagles keyboardist and guitarist Joe
Dellick jailed by Adult Parole Authority
Dellick has a probable-cause court hearing on a possible probation violation Monday.
In Saudi visit, Obama works to calm Gulf tensions with US
Associated Press RIYADH, Saudi Arabia President Barack Obama strained to ease tensions with
Yavorcik sentencing
Yavorcik sentencing CLEVELAND Martin Yavorcik, a failed 2008 Mahoning County prosecutor
Teen who spread nude picture pleads
Teen who spread nude picture pleads SPARTANBURG, S.C. The South Carolina high school student
Prince, hugely influential superstar, dies at age 57
Associated Press CHANHASSEN, Minn. Prince could play guitar like Carlos Santana or Jimi
Surplus food
Surplus food Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, food giveaway from 8:30 to
METRO DIGEST || Fire at McGuffey school playground
Fire at playground YOUNGSTOWN A Wednesday evening fire damaged the slides at the William Holmes
High lead levels reported at two Howland elementary schools
Drinking fountains were covered, and students drank bottled water Thursday
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses John S. Brayer, 51, of 3819 Oakleigh Ave.,
Trump team to GOP: Image is ‘evolving’
Associated Press HOLLYWOOD, Fla. Donald Trump’s chief lieutenants told skeptical Republican
Yavorcik facing time behind bars for ‘as bad as it gets’ criminal acts
Opinion: This isn’t going to be a good day for Martin Yavorcik. The failed 2008 independent candidate for
Keep boxing pros out
Opinion: By Oscar De La Hoya Los Angeles Times In its latest scheme to “revitalize” a sport that remains
Audit findings tarnish WRAP, Sunshine anew
Editorial: A recently released state audit has tarnished anew the image of two nonprofit agencies in Warren
YEARS AGO
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Two booked into jail for resisting arrest
By JOE GORMAN jgorman@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police took two people into custody Wednesday
Thursday, April 21 (109 stories)
Mahoning CSB to close final group home
Consistent with a state and national trend away from institutional residential settings, the Mahoning County Children Services Board will close its last group home this year and abolish the jobs of 24 workers there.
Japan earthquakes force suspension at GM Lordstown
The Japan earthquakes have suspended production for two weeks at the General Motors Lordstown Assembly Plant.
Distress commission seeking CEO who can produce results
The city schools CEO should have the ability to drive a “fundamental shift in school culture and instructional practices that result in gains and ongoing high performance,” the job posting reads.
Passover observance requires 'spring cleaning to the extreme,' rabbi says
Rabbi Joseph Schonberger of Temple El Emeth likened the intense preparation for Passover to the spiritual and physical renewal that is the essence of the spring festival.
Woman threatens grandson after finding woman in wheelchair without care
An 83-year-old woman pleaded not guilty in municipal court to charges she shot a gun in the air and threatened to kill her grandson.
Mahoning commissioners approve closings for bridge work
The Mahoning County commissioners approved closings of a series of roads for repair work on bridges that carry them over the Ohio Turnpike.
UPDATE | Prince found unresponsive in elevator, CPR failed
Prince found unresponsive in elevator, CPR failed
Man who landed gyrocopter on Capitol lawn gets 4 months
Man who landed gyrocopter on Capitol lawn gets 4 months
Maryland homicide suspect shot by Ohio cop pleads not guilty
Maryland homicide suspect shot by Ohio cop pleads not guilty
911 call helps convict former Louisiana district attorney
911 call helps convict former Louisiana district attorney
Church bus driver charged with sexually abusing 2 Ohio boys
Church bus driver charged with sexually abusing 2 Ohio boys
Ohio Supreme Court approves AEP’s 2012 fee pricing structure
Ohio Supreme Court approves AEP’s 2012 fee pricing structure
Blood testing offered after high lead found at Ohio schools
Blood testing offered after high lead found at Ohio schools
Pennsylvania fines Uber $11M for operating without approval
Pennsylvania fines Uber $11M for operating without approval
Judge: VW owners can pick buybacks, fixes in emissions deal
Judge: VW owners can pick buybacks, fixes in emissions deal
ESPN fires former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling as analyst
ESPN fires former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling as analyst
Former WWE wrestler Chyna's death was possible overdose
Former WWE wrestler Chyna's death was possible overdose
Oprah rejoices as Harriet Tubman selected to be on $20 bill
Oprah rejoices as Harriet Tubman selected to be on $20 bill
Commissioners OK closings of a series of roads for maintenance work on bridges
Commissioners OK closings of a series of roads for maintenance work on bridges
Boardman man, 20, faces OVI charge after traffic stop
Boardman man, 20, faces OVI charge after traffic stop
Dance to benefit fireworks fund
Dance to benefit fireworks fund LAKE MILTON Lake Milton Association will present a Spring Fling
Donations sought Sunday for Mercy Community Church clothing giveaway
Donations sought Sunday for Mercy Community Church clothing giveaway
Federal Frenzy reels in ska band
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com For 15 minutes in the late ’90s, punk-ska bands No Doubt,
Wait is over for Papadimas album
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com While recording his new album, Demos Papadimas wondered if
Sax great Dave Koz learns a new role as opening act
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com HBO’s “Game of Thrones” returns Sunday night, but Dave
Sam Covelli recognized for success and service
Sam Covelli is one of only four people in the country to receive the entrepreneurship award
Sprouse to sing blues, jazz in cabaret show
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Chicago-based singer-songwriter Natalie Sprouse will be the next
Happy Together, Halestorm will play Canfield Fair
Staff report CANFIELD The Happy Together Tour will return to the Canfield Fair this year. The
Youngstown council increases contract for grass cutting and cleanups
Council also approved a new health insurance plan with a 2 percent increase
Youngstown is negotiating with a health care provider for the vacant Bottom Dollar supermarket building
A gourmet candy company is using the South Side facility until the end of August
Celebrating reading
About 2,500 students from more than 200 middle and high schools are participating in YSU English Festival
Defendant extradited in big sports fraud case
Clifton Panezich, a former minor league baseball player, was extradited here from Nevada in a big sports memorabilia fraud case.
“Crazies” to build Habitat for Humanity home over two days
Volunteers will build house in Struthers this weekend.
Witnesses describe chaotic scene following fight in Denny’s parking light
A Struthers man was arraigned Wednesday in Girard Municipal Court on multiple felony charges.
Judge rejects Yavorcik’s request to postpone his Friday sentencing on eight felonies
He faces up to 29 years in prison
Brazilian court removes extradition protection for woman accused in 2007 Newton Falls murder
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan announced a ruling by the Brazilian Supreme Court has stripped Claudia Hoerig of her Brazilian citizenship and her protection from extradition
Make Youngstown showcases maker insight
Make Youngstown continues 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. today at the Williamson College of Business
Barry Manilow returns in final US tour ONE LAST TIME
Staff report It’s the end of the road for Barry Manilow. The pop legend’s current tour will be
SPORTS digest
ESPN fires Schilling over Facebook post BRISTOL, Conn. ESPN fired network analyst and former
Rutherford’s clutch hit, Rinaldi’s HR lift Mooney
A two out, two-run rally in the bottom of the seventh lifted Cardinal Mooney to a 6-5 victory over arch-rival Ursuline at Fields of Dreams.
One bad inning costs Salazar, Indians
Danny Salazar held Seattle to three hits in seven innings, but Norichika Aoki’s two-run triple in the second led to a 2-1 loss for the Indians.
Results of Wednesday’s other high school games
SOFTBALL Windham 1, Mathews 0 AKRON Brittany Knight struck out 14, pitched a two-hitter and
Pitt pounds Penguins in four-hour marathon
YSU fell to 7-23 and dropped their its contest in the last eight games.
Three more Valley athletes commit to colleges
Harding’s Gariana Bercheni and Samantha Sperry and Ursuline’s Marcus Mosley made their college choices.
“Inside Amy Schumer” (10 p.m., Comedy Central): TV’s funniest feminist returns
“Inside Amy Schumer” (10 p.m., Comedy Central): TV’s funniest feminist returns with new sketches,
BUSINESS DIGEST || Simon Roofing installs safety technology
Simon Roofing adds safety technology YOUNGSTOWN Simon Roofing, a national manufacturer/installer
Huntington reports 7 percent year-over-year revenue growth
Columbus-based Huntington Bancshares Inc. reported net income for the 2016 first quarter of $171 million.
Canfield native Starkey hired as Kent State women’s hoops coach
The Canfield native became the sixth head coach in program history.
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE
Wednesday’s results RACE 1 $11,400 - 3 yo’s & up, 1M 70Y, CLM $10,000 4 Airdrop (Quinones,
When Chicago ‘proving flights’ are complete, new Youngstown airline will begin selling tickets
Aerodynamics Inc., the airline hoping to begin flights between Youngstown and Chicago June 1, carried out some “proving flights” this week, a part of the FAA approval process.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS Neil Simon’s “The Sunshine Boys,SDRq directed by Marlene Menaldi Strollo, at
Fruit Tree Pruning Clinic
Fruit Tree Pruning Clinic When: Saturday, 1 to 4 p.m. What: OSU Extension and White House Fruit
Ohio’s native wildflowers: what to look for TOP 10
I love Ohio! It is such a beautiful state, and with the change of seasons, it offers a wide array of native wildflowers that invite spring and wow us with color, scents and sights that are truly amazing.
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Sat: Wise Guys, 9 p.m. Mon: Christine Witt
Spring planting tips for your apple trees
Q. I got excited for spring and purchased a red delicious apple tree today at a local store. What
City school board leader pursues her own agenda
Editorial: Just when it appeared that common sense had prevailed in the ridiculous legal battle over the newly
Selah Dessert presents ‘Proof’
Selah Dessert presents ‘Proof’ “Proof,” the 2001 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play, will
Plant Easter Lily outside
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NEW THIS WEEK
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Pruning brambles
Pruning brambles Raspberries and blackberries are known as brambles. They grow a primocane, which
Sachs gets off easy
Opinion: By Phil Angelides The Sacramento Bee The U.S. Department of Justice earlier this month announced
CD RATES
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Smile Empty Soul at The Federal
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Woman gets probation in Christmas morning shooting
Had baby in car with her, and child in other involved in shooting
Valley natives to share poems with a Youngstown perspective
Two poets from the Mahoning Valley will return this weekend to share their work about their
Arbor Day is April 29
Arbor Day is April 29 Plant a tree, celebrate a really big or really old tree, take a hike, learn
Testing won’t fix aging schools
Opinion: By Sabrina Joy Stevens Tribune News Service Imagine working in a place where rats skitter across
Honoring volunteers
Honoring volunteers YOUNGSTOWN The Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley is celebrating Ministry
Political rhetoric trumps reality
Opinion: If there is one pattern that is emerging from this year’s political campaigns, it is that rhetoric
Niles council holds off on city hall security recall
The mayor had pushed for the recall in the wake of alleged threats against city employees
Trump blasts delegate system while Clinton focuses on Pa.
Associated Press WASHINGTON Hillary Clinton, the nearly unstoppable Democrat, and Republican
People names Aniston Most Beautiful Woman
People names Aniston Most Beautiful Woman NEW YORK She’ll be there for you. People has named
Teen electrocuted during experiment
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His funeral Mass is at 6 p.m. Monday at St. Columba Cathedral
Calling hours are 2 to 5:45 p.m. Monday in the church
Obama to Saudis, Gulf allies: Boost aid to Iraq
Associated Press RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA With fresh friction wearing on an old alliance, President
Up to 500 feared dead in shipwreck last week
Associated Press GENEVA As many as 500 people are feared dead after a shipwreck last week in the
MetroParks board-selection committee accepting applications through May 6
Group met for the first time this week
60 people come out to learn about coyotes
Dr. Stan Gehrt addressed ways to avoid problems with the animals.
OHIO SUPREME COURT Debate mulled over inmate’s case file
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio Supreme Court is deciding whether police departments can
HURRICANE katrina Cops plead guilty in bridge shooting
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS Five former New Orleans police officers pleaded guilty Wednesday in
3 officials charged in Flint water crisis
Associated Press FLINT, MICH. The Flint water crisis became a criminal case Wednesday when two
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Assault charge
Assault charge GIRARD A man was booked into the Trumbull County Jail on a warrant Tuesday
Tubman will go on $20 bill; Hamilton to stay on $10 note
Associated Press WASHINGTON Harriet Tubman, an African-American abolitionist who was born a
Tax credits awarded to local project
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan on Wednesday announced $45.5 million in federal tax credits awarded.
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Boardman Township trustees, 3:30 p.m., government center, 8299 Market St. AGENDA
Red Hat Society Day celebrated in Valley
A String of Pearls of Youngstown has hosted a luncheon for a decade
Wednesday, April 20 (86 stories)
Ryan announces credits for work on historic buildings
Ryan announces credits for work on historic buildings
Niles council holds off on city hall security recall
Niles council holds off on city hall security recall
Youngstown council increases contract for grass cutting, cleanups
Youngstown council increases contract for grass cutting, cleanups
Rescue Mission hosts volunteer recognition event Saturday
Rescue Mission hosts volunteer recognition event Saturday
UPDATE | Claudia Hoerig, homicide suspect, arrested in Brazil
Claudia Hoerig, homicide suspect, arrested by Brazilian authorities
UPDATE | One dead, one hospitalized in Boardman apartment fire
UPDATE | One dead, one hospitalized in Boardman apartment fire
Authorities: Ohio teen electrocuted in experiment, dies
Authorities: Ohio teen electrocuted in experiment, dies
$2.6B construction budget clears Ohio Senate, heads to House
$2.6B construction budget clears Ohio Senate, heads to House
Brazil revokes Claudia Hoerig citizenship and seeks her arrest
Brazil revokes Claudia Hoerig citizenship and seeks her arrest
Health services organization may buy Bottom Dollar site
Health services organization may buy Bottom Dollar site
Man arraigned on multiple felony charges after Denny’s fight
Man arraigned on multiple felony charges after Denny’s fight
Israel says it arrests 6 settlers who attacked Palestinians
Israel says it arrests 6 settlers who attacked Palestinians
Police say man punched woman and knocked her teeth out
Police say man punched woman and knocked her teeth out
Judge rejects Yavorcik plea to postpone sentencing
Judge rejects Yavorcik plea to postpone sentencing
3 charged with several crimes in Flint water crisis
3 charged with several crimes in Flint water crisis
Discounted tickets available for Lee Brice concert
Discounted tickets available for Lee Brice concert
'Make Youngstown' gets underway at YSU
Up to 20 businesses and organizations are showing off products that align with the maker movement during "Make Youngstown" at Youngstown State University's Williamson College of Business.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Boar’s Head Group of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve
Church will host DivorceCare group
Church will host DivorceCare group AUSTINTOWN Immaculate Heart of Mary Church will offer a
West Virginia pulls away to rout YSU
WVU blew open a 4-2 game with four in the seventh inning and five in the eighth.
YSU’s Gage to lead fest’s combined band
Staff report PITTSBURGH The Three Rivers Community Band Festival will bring together three of
Valley native will film Christian drama series
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN “2REAL4U,” a Christian mini-series written and directed by Youngstown
Youngstown charter commission plans to make three to six recommended changes
The commission will give its final proposals to city council on July 26
Animal advocates propose that Ohio communities pass their own ordinance outlawing sex with animals
A Boardman man and Cleveland-area attorney are proposing an ordinance to outlaw sex with animals while they also work toward approval of a new statewide law.
Tressel outlines YSU plans
Tressel’s plan includes more student housing, improved roads and an entrepreneurial hub
Judge drops breaking and entering charge, releases Warren artist Aaron Chine from jail
Charge dismissed against Aaron Chine, the well-known Warren tattooist, artist and promoter of David Grohl Alley.
Lee Brice is on the country road to stardom Like coming home
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com If there’s a road traveled by rising country artists
Yavorcik seeks sentencing delay
Martin Yavorcik wants his Oakhill sentencing delayed to enable an alcohol abuse assessment
Ohio prisons mustn’t leave food banks high and dry
Editorial: At a time when the scope of hunger in Ohio shows no signs of receding and when demand for
Beyonce takes act to court
Opinion: By Gabriella E. ZICCARELLI The Baltimore Sun In her iconic video for “Single Ladies,” Beyonce
LeBron takes high road against Van Gundy
LeBron James has enough to handle with the young and brash Pistons. He isn’t about to fight their coach, too.
Selected local stocks
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Clinton’s foreign policy instincts more muscular than president’s
Opinion: How would President Hillary Clinton conduct foreign policy? After decades of public exposure,
Home Savings reports 1Q earnings
The bank reported that net income for the quarter ended March 31 totaled $3.3 million.
Carrasco works around sore ankle
Carlos Carrasco powered through 103 pitches in the Indians’ 3-2 victory.
Poland improves in loss to Jefferson
The Bulldogs managed two hits after getting no-hit by The Falcons’ Alyssa Irons on Monday.
Passing over old traditions for Passover
By Daniel Neman St. Louis Post-Dispatch If “Fiddler on the Roof” taught us anything, it is that
BUSINESS DIGEST || Mahoning Valley Young Professionals mixer
Young Professionals plans April mixer YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Young Professionals will
Youngstown has given up trying to find a grocery store for the former Bottom Dollar on Glenwood Avenue
A candy business will use the location for storage and shipping through the end of August
“The Huntsman: Winter’s Warrior” opens in theaters Friday. The fantasy film stars
“The Huntsman: Winter’s Warrior” opens in theaters Friday. The fantasy film stars Chris Hemsworth,
Flambeau’s brings the spice, if not the heat TASTE of the
Island music reverberates on the restaurant sound system, spicy aromas float from the kitchen and Caribbean accents fill the air. I close my eyes, and for a moment it’s easy to forget I am having lunch in Youngstown and not passing the afternoon in some exotic eatery on a tropical island.
oddly enough
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Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Youngstown Flea brings makers together
The first Youngstown Flea will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 23 at 110 Freeman Alley in downtown next to the Covelli Centre
Poll: Louisiana residents oppose removing Confederate symbols
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS A majority of people in Louisiana oppose taking down Confederate
Prosecution rests
Prosecution rests YOUNGSTOWN Prosecutors have rested in the case of a man who is accused of
Terlesky fundraiser is May 7 at Boardman High School
Former Ohio State athletes will have a panel discussion on their professional and amateur careers
Boardman Township unveils new online-transaction exchange location
Township government center offers two monitored spots for exchanges
Target takes stand on restroom controversy
Associated Press NEW YORK Target is making a stand on the debate around what type of bathrooms
Court overturns Va. school’s bathroom rule
Associated Press RICHMOND, Va. A Virginia high school discriminated against a transgender teen
Mother of boy shot and killed by cousin in Leavittsburg last year says punishment not enough
Mother of boy shot and killed by cousin in Leavittsburg last year says punishment not enough
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday West Branch school board, 5:30 p.m., work session; regular meeting, 7:30 p.m.,
Nationwide appeals Lucarell decision
Nationwide has appealed the Christine Lucarell case to the Ohio Supreme Court.
Deck levels closed
Deck levels closed YOUNGSTOWN The third and fourth levels of Youngstown State University’s
Fidel Castro says he’s near end
Associated Press HAVANA Cuban revolutionary leader Fidel Castro delivered a valedictory speech
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Judge OKs deal between Ferguson, Justice Dept.
Associated Press ST. LOUIS A federal judge approved an agreement Tuesday between Ferguson and
Attorneys for Youngstown want a judge to throw out a lawsuit about using water and wastewater money for economic development
The lawsuit ‘is utterly devoid of any factual support’ the rates are ‘illegal or improper,’ the attorney wrote
Earth’s hot streak continues for record 11 months, NOAA says
Associated Press WASHINGTON Earth’s record monthly heat streak has hit 11 months in a row – a
Security Council condemns attack
Security Council condemns attack new york The U.N. Security Council has condemned the Taliban
birthdays
birthdays Actor George Takei (“Star Trek”) is 79. Actor Ryan O’Neal is 75. Keyboardist Craig Frost
City council to consider today a $174,261 contract for grass cutting and boarding up vacant structures
The contract is a 29 percent increase in cost and is for 11 weeks longer than the 2015 deal
Nathaniel Jackson again asks the Ohio Supreme Court to vacate his death sentence
Nathaniel Jackson again asks the Ohio Supreme Court to vacate his death sentence
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St., Youngstown, food giveaway 9
Adjusting to life — and leaner wallets — after drilling boom
Associated Press TOWANDA, Pa. Jami Patel spends long hours behind the front desk of a nearly
Trump, Clinton sweep to victory on home turf
Associated Press NEW YORK Front-runners Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton swept to resounding
Tuesday, April 19 (100 stories)
Rod Daniel, director of 'Teen Wolf,' TV comedies, dead at 73
Rod Daniel, director of 'Teen Wolf,' TV comedies, dead at 73
NY PRIMARY | Exit poll: Trump's outsider appeal propels his NY victory
Exit poll: Trump's outsider appeal propels his NY victory
NY PRIMARY | Trump, Clinton triumph on home turf in New York primaries
Trump, Clinton triumph on home turf in New York primaries
Forum to raise funds in aid of former Boardman teacher
Forum to raise funds in aid of former Boardman teacher
Attorneys seek dismissal of class-action suit on use of water, wastewater money
Attorneys seek dismissal of class-action suit on use of water, wastewater money
Youngstown council to consider grass-cutting pact Wednesday
Youngstown council to consider grass-cutting pact Wednesday
Study reveals misperception of downtown Youngstown
Study reveals misperception of downtown Youngstown
NY PRIMARY | CNN declares Hillary Clinton winner of Dem primary
CNN declares Hilary Clinton winner of Dem primary
NY PRIMARY | Trump says he'll wrack up even more delegates
Trump says he'll wrack up even more delegates
NY PRIMARY | Exit polls show Trump winning, Clinton-Sanders tight
Exit polls show Trump winning, Clinton-Sanders tight
Charter review commission to make 3 to 6 proposed changes
Charter review commission to make 3 to 6 proposed changes
Court overturns Virginia school's transgender bathroom rule
Court overturns Virginia school's transgender bathroom rule
Liberty melee involves hit and run with domestic beating
Liberty melee involves hit and run with domestic beating
Intel to cut 12,000 jobs as it confronts decline in PCs
Intel to cut 12,000 jobs as it confronts decline in PCs
Youngstown gives up trying to find grocer for Bottom Dollar on South Side
Youngstown gives up trying to find grocer for Bottom Dollar on South Side
Ohio House offers bill to legalize medical marijuana
Ohio House offers bill to legalize medical marijuana
Residents sound off at last hearing on Ferguson settlement
Residents sound off at last hearing on Ferguson settlement
Charge against Warren tattooist dismissed by court
Charge against Warren tattooist dismissed by court
Man pleads guilty to animal abuse; sentenced to 14 days
Man pleads guilty to animal abuse; sentenced to 14 days
VIEWER'S GUIDE | Trump looks for big NY win; size counts
Viewer’s Guide: Trump looks for big NY win; size counts
Ryan announces $444K Kent State grant to study Alzheimer's
Ryan announces $444K Kent State grant to study Alzheimer's
Trump, Clinton look for wins on home turf in New York
Trump, Clinton look for wins on home turf in New York
Study: Fox, CNN spent more time on GOP candidates than Dems
Study: Fox, CNN spent more time on GOP candidates than Dems
Dozens killed in Taliban attack on Afghan security agency
Dozens killed in Taliban attack on Afghan security agency
Attempted theft of flowers, jewelry lands Struthers man in jail
Attempted theft of flowers, jewelry lands man in jail
Yavorcik seeks sentencing delay for alcohol assessment
Yavorcik seeks sentencing delay for alcohol assessment
Tressel discusses campus’ future in NEXTYSU address
Tressel listed planned improvements to Wick and Lincoln avenues as part of his "A New Look for a New Era" address.
Benefit spring concert is set for Sunday
Benefit spring concert is set for Sunday YOUNGSTOWN Protestant Family Service will present a
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to make "Great Strides"
The local Great Strides event is May 22 at Boardman Park.
6 Valley high schools among nation’s best
Columbiana, Canfield, Boardman, Hubbard, Struthers and Springfield are among top high schools
Small businesses learn of opportunity with federal contracts
Several business owners gathered at the Youngstown Air Reserve Station Monday to hear about federal contract work.
Poland school board decides against bond issue on August ballot
The board cited a need to further inform residents.
Police protection sought after suspected threat to Niles city hall
Police protection sought after suspected threat to Niles city hall
3 Valley softball teams earn mention in poll
Three Mahoning Valley high school softball teams received mention in this week’s State Softball Coaches Poll.
South Range School District closes open enrollment
The schools have reached their capacities in almost all grade levels, said Superintendent Dennis Dunham.
Valley natives bring James Taylor-Carole King show home Musical friends
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Growing up in Poland during the mid-’70s, singer-
Amphitheater series Concerts include Donnie Iris and KISS tribute act
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com WARREN Fire-breathing rockers KISS will be at the Covelli
prep sports at a glance/Monday’s games
BASEBALL Boardman 7, Canfield 2 BOARDMAN The Spartans laid down 14 hits to beat the Cardinals.
Campbell aims to woo businesses
City officials say they’re looking to revitalize with new businesses.
METRO DIGEST || Assault by car on officer
Bond was set at $150,000 Monday in municipal court for a man police accused of trying to ram a car Friday with two vice squad officers inside.
Howland man gets 31 1/2 years in prison for rape of girl 11, molestation of girl, 13
Jonathan R. Emerine, 24, convicted at trial of rape and two counts of gross sexual imposition involving two young girls
Candidates ramp up rhetoric, Trump stumbles
As Clinton pitches wage boost, Cruz wins Wyo. delegates, Trump extends rant, Kasich gets Nevada governor's endorsement day before New York primary.
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Minn. Burger King workers smash windows after prank call COON RAPIDS, Minn. A
OVI arrests lead to list of charges
One man arrested also was charged with making threats to police officers
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ star Doris Roberts dies LOS ANGELES Doris Roberts, who
21 die in explosion
21 die in explosion JERUSALEM A bus exploded in Jerusalem on Monday, wounding at least 21 people
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Canfield Local School board, 6 p.m., boardroom, 100 Wadsworth St. McDonald
Tressel to outline plans at ‘NextYSU’
Tressel to outline plans at ‘NextYSU’ YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University President Jim
Video police would not release of gas station shootout shows role of man sentenced Monday
The Warren Police Department would not release a video of a daytime shootout at the BP gas station on East Market Street
Candlelight vigil honors slain Ohio police officer
Associated Press COLUMBUS A vigil for an Ohio police officer fatally shot when a man opened fire
Health Fair
Health Fair YOUNGSTOWN The YWCA of Youngstown, 25 W. Rayen Ave., is offering a health fair from
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Michael and Gina Alexander, Youngstown, boy, April 17.
oddly enough
oddly enough University mistakenly sends acceptance emails to 5K students BUFFALO, N.Y. More
Split high court holds fate of Obama immigration actions
Associated Press WASHINGTON Conservative Supreme Court justices expressed sharp skepticism about
Lower US supply to help boost oil price despite failure of weekend talks
Associated Press LONDON The failure by oil-rich nations to agree to freeze production sent crude
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Tuesday, April 19, the 110th day of 2016. There are 256 days left in the year.
AP wins Pulitzer for slave-labor story; Miranda’s ‘Hamilton’ wins for drama
Associated Press NEW YORK The Associated Press won the Pulitzer Prize for public service Monday
Houston area submerged in more than a foot of rain
Associated Press HOUSTON More than a foot of rain had fallen by Monday evening in parts of
Amazon’s stand-alone streaming targets Netflix
Associated Press NEW YORK Amazon is taking on Netflix and Hulu with its own stand-alone video
Family facing Hep B savors moments together
By Martha Ross The Mercury News BERKELEY, Calif. It’s almost dinner time, and Alan Wang and
Self-care can strengthen weak fingernails Stronger NAILS
Mayo Clinic News Network Q: Dear Mayo Clinic, my fingernails are thin, and they tear and split
Calif. pension system reconsiders tobacco divestment
Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. The board overseeing the nation’s largest public-employee
BUSINESS DIGEST || Burger Bar Expands
COACHES Burger Bar is opening franchise locations, with the first two scheduled to open later this year.
US to send 200 more troops to Iraq
Associated Press BAGHDAD The U.S. has agreed to deploy more than 200 additional troops to Iraq
Dramatic rescue gives Ecuadoreans hope for survivors
Associated Press MANTA, Ecuador Rescuers pulled three people out alive Monday after they had
Hotels use discounts to woo guests to book directly online
Associated Press NEW YORK Hotels are getting more aggressive in their fight to get travelers to
Obama should lift veil of secrecy
Opinion: WASHINGTON When President Obama departs for Saudi Arabia, an incubator of the 9/11 attacks, he
Serving size vs. portion size
By Barbara Quinn The Monterey County Herald What is the difference between a serving size and a
Trump’s campaign gone to the dogs
Opinion: By Gary Jacobs Los Angeles Times The Gallup/Purina poll of 1,427 Republican household pets shows
US forces deliver aid to areas hit by earthquakes in Japan
Associated Press MINAMIASO, Japan About 100,000 evacuees, some sleeping outdoors or in their
Netflix passes HBO in original programs
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Look out, HBO. Last year, Netflix produced more original
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Michael Stipe: Tonight on
Don’t devalue torment
Opinion: By Gina Barreca The Hartford Courant It’s easy to put everybody else’s pain into perspective.
Obama to walk tightrope during Saudi Arabia visit
Editorial: President Barack Obama’s visit Wednesday to Saudi Arabia comes in the midst of a threat by the oil-
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1210.090.08 Aqua America, .71
911 caller won’t be charged in Ohio Walmart police shooting
Associated Press A 911 caller won’t be charged for reporting a man waving a gun in an Ohio Walmart
2 quakes disrupt Japanese economy
Associated Press TOKYO The twin earthquakes that struck southern Japan were having ripple
Monday, April 18 (103 stories)
No special election for Poland school district voters
The board of education announced tonight it will not place a facilities improvements bond issue on an August special election ballot.
Niles mayor calls for increased security at city hall after threat
A posting on Facebook that may have indicated a threat of violence has led Mayor Thomas Scarnecchia to request the recall of a laid-off police officer to provide full-time protection for city hall.
Valley entrepreneurs hear of value of federal government assists to small businesses today
Business owner Stephen Coleman spent 20 years in the Navy and then decided he wanted to own his own business.
Fire this evening shuts down 224
Police and fire officials responded at about 7:30 p.m. to a fire at J&M Car Wash on Boardman-Canfield Road.
South Range closes open enrollment
South Range School District has closed open enrollment for the 2016-17 school year for all students except those in kindergarten, first and fifth grades.
Campbell mayor has business vision for his city
Mayor Nick Phillips, a Campbell native, remembers a time when his city was bustling with commerce.
Emerine gets 31-plus years for sex crimes against 2 girls
Jonathan R. Emerine, 24, of North Road in Howland, was sentenced to 311⁄2 years to life in prison Monday after being convicted at trial two weeks ago of rape and two counts of gross sexual imposition involving two girls.
Youngstown neighbors help cops catch 6 theft suspects
Neighbors helped police catch six people suspected of breaking into homes over the weekend.
Trump flub at Buffalo rally: 'I watched our police and our firemen down at 7/11'
Donald Trump made an unfortunate slip-of-the-tongue while campaigning here this evening at his final rally before Tuesday’s big-prize primary.
Houston area submerged after 16 inches of rain in 24 hours
Houston area submerged after 16 inches of rain in 24 hours
Split high court now holds fate of Obama immigration actions
Split high court now holds fate of Obama immigration actions
'Everybody Loves Raymond' star Doris Roberts dies at 90
'Everybody Loves Raymond' star Doris Roberts dies at 90
AP wins Pulitzer for stories on enslaved fishermen in Asia
AP wins Pulitzer for stories on enslaved fishermen in Asia
Dayton chief: woman fatally shot by police presented threat
Dayton chief: woman fatally shot by police presented threat
911 caller won't be charged in Ohio Walmart police shooting
911 caller won't be charged in Ohio Walmart police shooting
Pennsylvania launches the country's 24th medical marijuana program
Pennsylvania launches US’ 24th medical marijuana program
Michigan governor to drink Flint water for at least a month
Michigan governor to drink Flint water for at least a month
Zoning request hearing in Austintown tonight is canceled
Zoning request hearing in Austintown tonight is canceled
Planning for annual Unity in the Community parade is Thursday
Planning for the annual Unity in the Community parade is Thursday
Portion of Champion Townshiop road to be closed beginning April 25
Portion of Champion Township road to be closed beginning April 25
US to send 200 more troops, Apache helicopters, to Iraq
US to send 200 more troops, Apache helicopters, to Iraq
Plan delays Ohio renewable energy targets another 3 years
Plan delays Ohio renewable energy targets another 3 years
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Austintown Growth Foundation will sponsor its second annual quarter auction Thursday at
Woytek-Chen engagement is announced
BOARDMAN Robert and Deborah Woytek of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Empty freight train cars headed to Maryland derail in Ohio
Empty freight train cars headed to Maryland derail in Ohio
McFarland and Jordan planning wedding for July
Thomas and Janet Jordan of Hubbard and Betty Patrick of Austintown are announcing the engagement of
Israeli police: Explosion on Jerusalem bus 'terror attack'
Israeli police: Explosion on Jerusalem bus 'terror attack'
Want to talk to Mayor McNally? You can do so for 5 minutes Tuesday
5 minutes with Mayor McNally on Tuesday
Efforts begin to restore President Harding's home in Ohio
Efforts begin to restore President Harding's home in Ohio
Stepmom of scalded Ohio boy who died is charged with murder
Stepmom of scalded Ohio boy who died is charged with murder
Ethiopians complete 1st-ever sweep of Boston Marathon
Ethiopians complete 1st-ever sweep of Boston Marathon
Six arrested in two separate incidents for breaking into houses
Six arrested in two separate incidents for breaking into houses
Church to raffle Samsung television
Church to raffle off Samsung television YOUNGSTOWN Shrine of Our Lady, Comforter of the
Stabbing and shooting reported over Warren weekend
Stabbing and shooting reported over Warren weekend
Jury selection starts in case of a man accused of 2014 murder
Jury selection starts in case of a man accused of 2014 murder
Howland man gets 31 years in prison for girls' rapes
Howland man gets 31 years in prison for girls' rapes
Youngstown woman teaches consciousness studies
Clare Puskarczyk returned to Ohio in 2012 to teach locals about consciousness
Search to begin for schools CEO
The anticipated salary range for the schools CEO is $160,000 to $180,000
Casinos see best first quarter yet
Winter quarter casino tax revenues have climbed steadily since 2013.
Rocker still has what it takes on ‘Origins’
Ace Frehley Album: “Origins Vol. 1” Grade: A The twice (and future?) KISS guitarist has put
17-year cicadas to emerge
The 17-year cicadas will emerge from the ground on or about May 10 in the western half of the Mahoning Valley.
On a path to serenity
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com CANFIELD Sisters Sabrina and India Gatts are nervous about
MCCTC students move to national business competition
Ten MCCTC students will travel next month to competition in Boston
YSU students advance to national engineering contest
Six YSU students head to national engineering contest
Dear Abby’s disastrous advice
Opinion: By Heidi Stevens Chicago Tribune Today’s installment of lousy advice directed at young women is
Jihadists grow in number
Opinion: LONDON It’s called Frontex and, according to its website, the agency “promotes, coordinates and
Congress must take on Zika virus
Opinion: By Mariel Garza Los Angeles Times The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention last Wednesday
Resolve today to lessen fear and loathing of taxes
Editorial: Many of the millions of American procrastinators view today as the day from hell. Today, of course,
WEEKEND GOLF SCORES
WEEKEND GOLF SCORES RBC Heritage Sunday’s scores (FInal) At Harbour Town Golf Links in Hilton
Entries sought for Memorial Day parade
Entries sought for Memorial Day parade BOARDMAN The Kiwanis Club of Boardman will host its 112th
‘Jungle Book’ roars to No. 1 with $103.6M
‘Jungle Book’ roars to No. 1 with $103.6M NEW YORK The Walt Disney Co.’s “The Jungle Book”
RESULTS OF SUNDAY’S OTHER PROFESSIONAL GOLF EVENTS
MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CLASSIC DULUTH, GA. Woody Austin tied the tournament record with an 8-under
time bank Mahoning Watershed | More information
Time Bank Mahoning Watershed is local people sharing time and skills to build communities. It is a
Epilepsy drug concerns some marijuana activists
Associated Press COLUMBUS An experimental epilepsy drug made from cannabis plants grown in
Low-cost rabies clinic set Saturday
Low-cost rabies clinic set Saturday LISBON A rabies-prevention clinic, sponsored by the
Kevin Roman, 18, faces a felonious assault and several traffic charges
Due to be arraigned in Municipal Court today
Oil meeting in Qatar collapses; Iran absent
Associated Press DOHA, QATAR A meeting of oil-rich countries in Qatar that had been expected to
Pa. launches 24th US medical-pot program
Associated Press HARRISBURG, PA. Pennsylvania has become the 24th state to legalize a
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Emma Brenoel and Drew Rauzan, Campbell, girl, April 16.
On AREA LINKS Upcoming golf outings & scrambles
EVENTS MAY 6 — Tri-State PGA Pro-AM at Tam O’Shanter Golf Course. Call 724-981-3552. 14 —
Prep Roundup Weekend high school results
BASEBALL Struthers 7, Springfield 6, 13 innings STRUTHERS The game ended with the Wildcats
Civic Music Association reveals its 2016-17 lineup
Staff report WARREN The Warren Civic Music Association has unveiled its 2016-17 concert series.
Poll: Getting facts right is key to trust in media
Associated Press WASHINGTON Trust in the news media is being eroded by perceptions of inaccuracy
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Milton Township trustees, 7 p.m., town hall, 15990 Milton Ave. Springfield
As deadline nears, more than 5M returns expected
Associated Press WASHINGTON Millions of taxpayers face a midnight deadline today to file their
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Stinking drunk? Police say ‘inebriated’ man used fart spray ATHENS, Ga. Police in
YSU roundup
BASEBALL Strong pitching, late hit help Penguins prevail NILES Web Charles hit a go-ahead
We all lie, scientists say, but politicians even more so
Associated Press WASHINGTON This is the season of lies. We watch with fascination as
Aid begins to arrive after quake kills hundreds
Associated Press PEDERNALES, Ecuador Aid began to flow in Sunday to areas devastated by
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO TODAY 8:30 a.m. (NBCSN) Running: Boston Marathon. 11 a.m. (MLBN) MLB: Blue Jays
SPORTS digest
Catholic baseball event set at Cene Park STRUTHERS The Cardinal Mooney and Ursuline high school
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Orthodox Center, 1025 N. Belle Vista Ave., Youngstown, neighborhood
In the CUP!
In the CUP! Area holes-in one DeOnne Petrosky aced the No. 13 hole at Avalon at Squaw Creek,
Police: Woman fired shots before officers killed her in Dayton
Associated Press DAYTON Police say three officers have killed a woman after she fired shots into
Mahoning Valley Race Course: Today’s Entries
Post time 12:45 P.M. RACE 1 $24,500, 3 yo’s & up, 1M, MSW 1 Baby Bling (Rosendo)11815/1 2
Fifth Floor celebrates its first anniversary
Fifth Floor celebrates its first anniversary YOUNGSTOWN The Fifth Floor, 201 Commerce St., will
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Jeffrey S. Keeney, 48, of 103 B Newton Drive, Newton
LABYRINTH WALKS
LABYRINTH WALKS About a dozen people came to Sunday’s guided walk at the Ursuline Center in
Today is Monday, April 18, the 109th day of 2016. There are 257 days left in the year.
Today is Monday, April 18, the 109th day of 2016. There are 257 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Sunday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-over-par 73 to fall
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average-box-office gross per city. Includes the average
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average-box-office gross per city. Includes the average
Andrea Wood, publisher/editor of “The Business Journal” will address the morning ceremony
Joseph G. Carson, director of Global Economic Research at AllianceBerstein is the afternoon ceremony speaker
Sunday, April 17 (97 stories)
Trump's rants against Republican rules come too late
The criticism could haunt the New York billionaire at this summer's Cleveland convention
Things to know for Tax Day on Monday
Taxpayers got a three-day reprieve thanks to Emancipation Day in D.C.
Higher speed limits on Ohio interstates yield fewer speeding tickets
More crashes, however, have been reported
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
GARDEN CLUBS
Tuesday Girard Herb Society will meet at 6 p.m. at the Army Navy Garrison. Jessica Sowers will
MASONIC GROUPS
WEDNESDAY Sunrise Chapter 458, OES, will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Liberty Masonic
FEDERATED CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Youngstown Area Federation of Women’s Clubs Inc. will gather for a dinner at 6 p.m. at A
SENIOR CITIZENS
AARP 4611 East will meet Wednesday at Centenary United Methodist Church, 1413 Belmont Ave. The
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Guardian Angels of Ohio, a volunteer program of Trumbull County Probate Court, is looking for new
Surprise dinner marks Fareses' 60th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN Mr. and Mrs. Maron Fares of Youngstown were honored April 2 at a surprise family dinner
Men Who Cook event set for April 30
Catholic Charities Regional Agency will sponsor the 6 p.m. April 30 event.
HAPPY 99TH BIRTHDAY | Elizabeth McCaughtry
Residence: Struthers Date of birth: April 19, 1917, in Venango County, Pa. FAMILY Parents:
Mill Creek ABWA plans auction, crowns Woman of the Year
Mill Creek ABWA plans auction, crowns Woman of the Year
Group to host "Memories of Mama's Kitchen"
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Recipes of Youngstown group will host “Memories of Mama’s Kitchen”
PSU instructor to discuss David Camm case April 28
PSU instructor to discuss David Camm case April 28
Westminster College to host research celebration Wednesday
Westminster College to host research celebration Wednesday
400 walk to raise money to fight MS
The walk took place Saturday morning outside Scrappers Stadium in Niles
Osuga, Omagari in return concert
Orchestra will perform original compositions Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The annual New Music
Does Brenda Kimble have an office inside the school administration building?
Opinions vary on office use
Best-selling author tries new art form Behind the SUPER HERO
By JESSE J. HOLLAND Associated Press WASHINGTON One of America’s most popular writers on race
The low cost of $6 per shot attracted numerous pet owners
The low cost of $6 per shot attracted numerous pet owners
YSU to present ‘Cosi fan tutte’ opera
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University will close its performing arts season with a
Non-profit director says state audit found nothing wrong, but state disagrees
2012 state audits of Sunshine Inc. and Warren Reinvestment And Planning released last week contained numerous “findings” but “nothing actually wrong,” said Tony Iannucci, director of both non-profit organizations.
Rights of victims are limited in plea negotiations in Ohio
Opinion: There are no two words associated with the criminal justice system that are more maligned and
Youngstown schools need a CEO with solid resume
Editorial: The latest version of the Youngstown City School District Academic Distress Commission must know it
Did Tressel blow it?
Opinion: Navigating roiling political waters is a challenge for even the most-experienced hand, which is why
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO TODAY 5 a.m. (GC) Golf: Open de Espana. 8:25 a.m. (NBCSN) Soccer: Leicester City
SPORTS digest
Canfield-Poland softball tickets on sale POLAND The Poland High School Athletic Department
YSU roundup
TRACK Morales breaks school record in high jump AKRON Arnaldo Morales broke the school record
Prep Roundup | Saturday’s high school results
BASEBALL Cardinal Mooney 7, Stow-Munroe Falls 3 STRUTHERS Brennen Olesh drove in two runs,
Runners, to your marks … Upcoming races & walks
April Saturday — Seventh annual Ktown 5K and 5-mile Moutsache and Beard Dash will take place at
Area Golf league scores
MEN KNOLL RUN GOLF COURSE Sanko Photography (4-12) — Low gross: Craig Bianco 38, Bob Santor 38,
Area golf roundup Upcoming scrambles and tournaments
EVENTS MAY 6 — Tri-State PGA Pro-AM at Tam O’Shanter Golf Course. Call 724-981-3552. 14 —
NOTICES
NOTICES BASEBALL Tri-T — is hosting a Mother’s Day Weekend Tournament May 6-8 at McCune Park in
Mahoning Valley Race Course: SATURDAY’S Results
RACE 1 $9,500 - 3 yo’s & up, 5 1/2F, CLM $4,000 5 Force Multiplier (Sarvis, D.) $4.80$2.60 $2.20
On the Links
On the Links Results of Saturday’s other pro golf events MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CLASSIC DULUTH,
Monday Night Writers group meets April 25
Monday Night Writers group meets April 25 CANFIELD The Monday Night Writers group is set to meet
Area Bowling league scores
BELL-WICK BOWL Spiech Classic Bowling League (4-11) — Matt Mariano 290-743, Joe Beeson 268-725,
Is casting furor caused by insensitivity or overreaction? Drama over diversity
By Rafer Guzman Newsday Initially, it looked like a Hollywood coup: Zoe Saldana, a high-profile
In sync with Mother Nature
By Kathy Van Mullekom Daily Press (Newport News, Va.) Just like you sync your tablet or smart
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Saturday: For the second consecutive day, the Warren JFK
How to handle thumb-sucking
Tribune News Service (TNS) Q. Our 7-year-old son has sucked his thumb forever and more or less
publishers weekly best-sellers
publishers weekly best-sellers For the week ending April 10 HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “As Time
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
HONORED Diane Sauer, dealer operator at Diane Sauer Chevrolet Inc. in Warren, was named one of
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Warren Philharmonic Orchestra, 3 p.m.: This spring concert ($25;
What’s the magic age for social media?
Last Thursday, I had the pleasure of visiting the “WFMJ Today” show to talk about digital dangers
SEATTLE Food truck for Fido: New business caters to canines
Associated Press SEATTLE Stand on any block around lunchtime near Amazon.com’s downtown Seattle
Plant sale at school
Plant sale at school Beloit The West Branch High School Environmental Club is hosting a plant
Castro presents grim portrait of reforms
Associated Press HAVANA Cuban President Raul Castro delivered a grim report on the state of the
BATF offers reward for info in Warren gun dealer burglary
The burglary took place early March 29 at J&D Firearms on Parkman Road
Jennings sets up summer programs for kids
The programs will offer hands-on activities and healthy outdoor activities
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Mahoning CTC Board of Education, 4:30 p.m., Mahoning County Career & Technical
victorian players Impeccable cast brings hilarious ‘Moonlight and Magnolias’ to life
By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com Youngstown Greatness isn’t easy, and Ron Hutchinson
Munnell Run Farm hosts Earth Day festivities
Guest artisan Georgia Mosebach is set to teach a tole-painting class April 27
Pope brings 12 Syrian refugees to Italy
Associated Press MORIA, GREECE In an extraordinary gesture both political and personal, Pope
Developing a culture of workplace integrity
Developing a culture of workplace integrity BOARDMAN The C.S. Lewis Institute of Northeast Ohio
Some residents sleep in cars after 2 nights of quakes kill 41 in Japan
Associated Press OZU, JAPAN The wooden home barely withstood the first earthquake. An even
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Heather Webb and Charles Wilkinson Jr., Youngstown, boy,
Kasich says he has ‘rock solid’ base with Ohio delegation
Associated Press CINCINNATI Ohio Republican delegates still think Cleveland can rock for their
Poll: Americans happy at home, upset with federal government
Associated Press CHICAGO All that talk of an angry America? An Associated Press-GfK poll finds
Amazon’s newest Kindle aims to ‘disappear’
By MAE ANDERSON AP Tech Writer NEW YORK Will loyal fans of e-books be willing to pay tablet
Is this money-saving medicine strategy safe?
It sounds simple enough: Cut your pills in half to cut your prescription costs in half. The do-it-
FILLING A NICHE
Associated Press BOSTON Ride-hailing companies catering exclusively to women are cropping up and
What we know about Spieth and life
Opinion: I’m a golf fan, and last week’s Masters is as much a moment as ever to turn on my couch-potato
Well-known downtown Warren figure Aaron Chine jailed on breaking-and-entering charge
Chine is a well-known local downtown tattooist
With this rigatoni, I thee wed: Pastafarians marry
Associated Press AKAROA, NEW ZEALAND The wedding rings were made of pasta, the ceremony took
Stark County expects benefit from GOP confab
People coming to Cleveland for the convention may be staying for several nights in some of Stark County’s 2,900 hotel rooms.
7.8-magnitude quake kills at least 28
7.8-magnitude quake kills at least 28 quito, ecuador A powerful, 7.8-magnitude earthquake shook
Pentagon chief: US eyes ways to fight IS
Associated Press AL-DHAFRA AIR BASE, United Arab Emirates U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter said
Disney World unveils solar facility
Disney World unveils solar facility LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. It’s only fitting that solar panels
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY Dissolutions Asked Peggy Weber, of 4460 W. Fourth St., Salem, and
Catching fugitives a challenge
An accused killer’s release on bail raised questions about how local bonds are set and who is able to get out of jail while awaiting trial.
Canfield is unwelcoming, socially unhealthy today
Opinion: Canfield is unwelcoming, socially unhealthy today The recent letter from Canfield Councilman Joe
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Sunday, April 17, the 108th day of 2016. There are 258 days left in the year.
Firefighter injured battling East Side blaze
Lt. Marilyn Nadal was treated at the burn unit at Akron Children’s Hospital
As Clinton pitches wage boost, Cruz wins Wyo. GOP delegates
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Hillary Clinton detoured Saturday from a weekend of big-dollar
Saturday, April 16 (88 stories)
Nonprofit director in Warren, state disagree on audit results
Nonprofit director in Warren, state disagree on audit results
Does Brenda Kimble have an office in the school administration building?
Does Brenda Kimble have an office in the school administration building?
Pet owners show up for low-cost rabies vaccination clinic at Angels for Animals
Pet owners show up for rabies clinic at Angels for Animals
Children’s Book Festival is a big hit with kids and adults
Children’s Book Festival is a big hit with kids and adults
Ohio man killed after falling from Cleveland overlook ID’d
Ohio man killed after falling from Cleveland overlook ID’d
Mercy Community Church seeking gently used clothing
Mercy Community Church seeking gently used clothing
Paul George scores 33 as Pacers beat Raptors 100-90 in Game 1
George scores 33 as Pacers beat Raptors 100-90 in Game 1
1 Maryland firefighter dead, another injured after shooting
1 Maryland firefighter dead, another injured after shooting
Italian fest scholarship applications accepted
Italian fest scholarship applications accepted The Greater Youngstown Italian Fest is now
Salem Historical Society names Citizens of Honor
Citizens of Honor are featured on a board in Salem’s Pearce Building.
Details of 2015 Warren shooting are instructional for gun owners, trainer says
A report paints a picture of a home in chaos just before the shooting — and a concealed-carry permit holder failing to follow a basic firearm rule.
Pastor George L. Lee reflects on 50 years in ministry
He is retiring in June from West Austintown First United Methodist Church
Church celebrates 175th anniversary
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN West Austintown First United Methodist
Project offers Manilow tickets
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Barry Manilow will again bring his Manilow Music Project to town in
City is topic on PBS show
Staff report Youngstown’s efforts to remake itself is the topic of a 10-minute segment that will
Relay for Life kicks off at YSU
The annual series of local Relay for Life events started Friday at Youngstown State University.
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TV/RADIO TODAY 7:40 a.m. (NBCSN) Soccer: Norwich City vs. Sunderland, Barclays Premier League.
Mets top Tribe with HR binge
Yoenis Cespedes and Neil Walker each hit a two-run homer in a five-run fifth inning.
GM to recall 1 million pickups
Associated Press DETROIT General Motors is recalling more than a million Chevrolet Silverado and
Parker Hannifin layoffs continue
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House OKs bill on high-speed Internet service rates
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans snubbed a White House veto threat and pushed
A Columbiana man was arrested just hours after breaking into a laundromat
Man arrested hours after crime
YSU students, from left, Adam Seidler of Girard, Jennifer Miller of McDonald and Samantha Mock of
YSU students, from left, Adam Seidler of Girard, Jennifer Miller of McDonald and Samantha Mock of
Another strong quake hits southern Japan
Associated Press MASHIKI, Japan Two powerful earthquakes a day apart shook southwestern Japan,
Mississippi law allows armed church members
Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. Gov. Phil Bryant signed a bill Friday that allows some members
Closed housing sales up in Mahoning, Columbiana, down in Trumbull
Mahoning Valley’s housing market continues to show growth.
Former Phantom Anas signs NHL contract
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Boston marks the third anniversary of bombings
Associated Press BOSTON Boston marked the third anniversary of the deadly 2013 marathon bombings
Braun hits two homers as Brewers beat Pirates
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Lawyer: Cleveland drug addict didn’t plan to kill three
Associated Press CLEVELAND An attorney for an Ohio man accused of killing three women and hiding
Road and bridge closings abound
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Citadel considers exception to allow Muslim headscarf
Associated Press CHARLESTON, S.C. An incoming freshman female student at The Citadel has asked
BUSINESS DIGEST || NEW BUSINESS STARTS UP IN BOARDMAN
New business starts up in Boardman BOARDMAN Sprocket Solutions, a newly launched, Youngstown-
PNC posts slight decline in first quarter earnings
PNC reported net income of $943 million, or $1.68 per diluted common share.
Girard mayor slated to sign animal ordinance into law
The ordinance includes restrictions against tethering.
HIgh School
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Inside the ropes with …
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Armed robbery
Armed robbery YOUNGSTOWN Reports said a gunman got away with cash about 4:40 p.m. Thursday from
Girard man leads cops on chase, faces drug charges
The chase started on the South Side and ended on the West Side
Ohio to release proposal to require cost-sharing for Medicaid coverage
Associated Press COLUMBUS State officials are set to release proposed details of an effort to
Defense secretary’s visit sends message
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Boy, 13, arrested on assault charge
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Fishing forecast for area lakes is excellent
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Births
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HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION
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Anniversary celebrations
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Parish mission
Parish mission AUSTINTOWN St. Joseph Church, 4545 New Road, will conduct a parish mission on the
Concealed carry
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Mahoning Valley Race Course: TODAY’s ENTRIES
Post Time: 12:15 P.M. RACE 1 $9,500, 3 yo’s & up, 5 1/2F, CLM $4,000 1 Real Luck (Oliveros)
church facts
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Leavittsburg man pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter for shooting his cousin to death while intoxicated
Thomas Catalde Jr. pleaded guilty Friday afternoon to involuntary manslaughter and using weapons while intoxicated
Car bans aren’t solving problems
Opinion: By Marc Scribner Tribune News Service “Take back our streets!” is a common refrain among urban
Today’s entertainment picks:
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Presidential hopefuls in a New York state of mind
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Lawyers submit additional arguments for and against new-trial request by Danny Lee Hill
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Ohio’s medical pot maze
Opinion: Republican Ohio House Speaker Cliff Rosenberger said he wasn’t stalling on consideration of medical
Sunday news shows
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City centers benefit from car bans
Opinion: By Wayne Madsen Tribune News Service The record is clear. Cities that have eliminated
Mahoning veterans court expansion holds promise
Editorial: About five years ago, Youngstown Municipal Court Judge Robert Milich became one of the pioneers in
Nest boxes for cavity-nesters
Cold weather like we’ve had in recent weeks rarely deters early cavity-nesting birds. I already have
PREP ROUNDUP | More high school results
BASEBALL Boardman 7, Austintown Fitch 0 AUSTINTOWN Boardman scored all of its runs in the
Ursuline 6 Mooney1
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US: North Korean missile launch a ‘catastrophic’ failure
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Freedom Mortgage to pay $113M to US government in settlement
Freedom Mortgage to pay $113M to US government in settlement
Death from ruptured testicle leads to murder charge in Ohio
Death from ruptured testicle leads to murder charge in Ohio
Boston marks 3rd anniversary of deadly marathon bombing
Boston marks 3rd anniversary of deadly marathon bombing
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After an apology, Philadelphia also honoring Jackie Robinson
After an apology, Philadelphia also honoring Jackie Robinson
Lecture set Saturday on Andy Warhol’s Carpatho-Rusyn’s roots
Lecture set Saturday on Andy Warhol's Carpatho-Rusyn's roots
NBA to begin selling jersey sponsorships in 2017-18
NBA to begin selling jersey sponsorships in 2017-18
Strong quake hits southern Japan, tsunami advisory
Strong quake hits southern Japan, tsunami advisory
GM to recall more than 1 million pickup trucks to fix seat-belt problem
GM to recall more than 1 million pickup trucks to fix seat-belt problem
UPDATE | Judge won't reduce bond for girls in Slender Man stabbing
Judge won't reduce bond for girls in Slender Man stabbing
US stocks dip as oil prices skid ahead of OPEC meeting
US stocks dip as oil prices skid ahead of OPEC meeting
House OKs bill on high-speed Internet service rates
House OKs bill on high-speed Internet service rates
Mississippi governor signs law allowing armed church members
Mississippi governor signs law allowing armed church members
Man booked into jail on robbery warrants through Liberty police
Man booked into jail on robbery warrants through Liberty police
Judge Sweeney rules against unconstitutionality of death penalty in Seman case
Judge Sweeney rules against unconstitutionality of death-penalty motion for Robert Seman
Program offers free Manilow tickets for donation of music instrument
Program offers free Manilow tickets for donation of music instrument
Southside Community Garden needs your vote online for grant
Southside Community Garden needs your vote online for grant
Panel recommends parole for ex-Manson follower Van Houten
Panel recommends parole for ex-Manson follower Van Houten
Judge considers bail requests in Slender Man stabbing cases
Judge considers bail requests in Slender Man stabbing cases
Student denied probation deal for fake threats vs. blacks
Student denied probation deal for fake threats vs. blacks
Youngstown police investigating robbery at Dollar General store on East Side
Police investigating robbery at Dollar General store on East Side
Girard man leads cops on chase, faces drug charges
Girard man leads cops on chase, faces drug charges
New Youngstown Charter Review Commission meets Tuesday
New Youngstown Charter Review Commission meets Tuesday
Yellow Brick Place Wellness Center to receive $10K grant Tuesday
Yellow Brick Place Wellness Center to receive $10K grant Tuesday
Son convicted of driving SUV into mother's house to kill her
Son convicted of driving SUV into mother's house to kill her
Consultant report says UC police chief urged traffic stops
Consultant report says UC police chief urged traffic stops
Ohioan charged with murder in ruptured testicle case
Ohioan charged with murder in ruptured testicle case
Tressel will lend voice to concert by Philharmonic
Staff report WARREN The Warren Philharmonic Orchestra will get into the swing of things at its
Engel to speak on Wright brothers
Staff report WARREN Elliot Engel will be the next speaker in the Trumbull Town Hall series, when
ODNR Division of Wildlife stocks Lake Glacier with 2,500 rainbow trout
Recreational fishing now underway at Mill Creek Park
Dog shelter contract award expected soon
If the commissioners follow the architect’s recommendation, the project will cost $482,555 less than expected.
Clinton, Sanders clash in debate
Associated Press NEW YORK Deepening their increasingly bitter feud, Hillary Clinton and Bernie
Mowgli and pack are back in visually stunning ‘Jungle Book’ A whole new animal
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer You can practically feel the beating heart of the jungle in Jon
Merits and flaws of Youngstown Plan debated
Attorneys for the Youngstown school board and employee unions are trying to stop the state takeover of the schools
United Way president says “magic” is happening in the program
New campaign chairman says the community is “generous and giving”
Youngstown hires three companies to convert the city hall annex to the new municipal court building
The city also agreed to make $120,000 in improvement to its wastewater treatment plant to settle an EPA violation
Canfield Middle School presents Annie Jr.
The sun will come out at Canfield Village Middle School as the Players proudly present “Annie Jr.”
Children get a “pizza” the action
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Fellows Riverside Gardens hosted its monthly
McKinley students glow at school dance
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Students in fifth and sixth grades at Poland
Poland Community Briefs
Women’s self-defense and self-protection seminars There will be women’s self-defense and self-
MCCTC wins gold at Family, Career and Community event
Ten seniors and four juniors from the Early Childhood Education Program at the Mahoning County
Esarco set for Colgate University
Canfield senior football player/wrestler Jacob Esarco signed an NCAA letter-of-intent to accept a
MCCTC wins gold at Family, Career and Community Event
Ten seniors and four juniors from the Early Childhood Education Program at the Mahoning County
Canfield Sports Briefs
Annual camp to be hosted June 22-24 The Canfield boys basketball coaching staff is ready to host
Hilltop PTO hosts Family Fun Night
The Hilltop Elementary School PTO hosted its annual Family Fun Night at the Canfield Village Middle School on March 18.
Daughters spend special evening with their fathers
Poland Union Elementary school hosted its annual Father Daughter Night on March 10.
Children get a “pizza” the action
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Fellows Riverside Gardens hosted its monthly
Canfield’s music education program receives national recognition
The Canfield Local School District has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education
Students compete to raise money for charities
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown Middle School hosted its first Kiwanis
Austintown Sports Briefs
Girls golf league to begin in May Sandwich Factory Girls Golf League, for girls ages 5-18, will
Boardman commemorates “Downton Abbey”
Boardman library hosted a Farewell to Downton Abbey event on March 23.
Fitch student to compete in Regional gymnastics competition
Fitch Sophomore Stefani Christy is used to balancing school along with her extensive gymnastics
Kiwanis Club gives egg-citing treats to Boardman students
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Boardman Kiwanis Club hosted its annual
Boardman High School Honor Roll Third Grading Period
Ninth Grade Principal’s Honor Roll Abu-Ghannam, Omar Alshoubaki, Yousef Baker, James
Boardman Community Briefs
Women’s self-defense and self-protection seminars There will be women’s self-defense and self-
Children get a “pizza” the action in Sprout Club
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Fellows Riverside Gardens hosted its monthly
Students’ Art Chosen for Ohio Governor’s Youth Art Exhibition
Austintown Fitch High School juniors Wendy Liu and Morgan Crawford recently had artwork selected
Austintown Community Briefs
Women’s self-defense and self-protection seminars There will be women’s self-defense and self-
Katie Yazvac v Kirk Johnson
Katie Yazvac and Kirk Johnson exchanged vows at 4:30 p.m. Aug. 2, 2015, at Bay Mountain at the
Students showcase creativity
Austintown students received recognition for their art creations at the Reflections art program ceremony on March 8 at Austintown Middle School.
Students show appreciation for police
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown Intermediate School celebrated 43 of
Families enjoy egg-celent Easter Eggstravaganza
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown Bounce hosted its second annual Easter
Canfield Community Briefs
Women’s self-defense and self-protection seminars There will be women’s self-defense and self-
Robinwood Lane Elementary nominated as National Blue Ribbon School
Robinwood Lane Elementary School is a nominee for the National Blue Ribbon School Award. The Ohio
Jennifer Benson, Tyler Gruhn to wed May 21
Lee and Renee Benson of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Benson,
Katelyn Veltri v Dr. Troy Gessner
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral was the setting of the 2:30 p.m. Dec. 27, 2015, wedding that
Daisy Ocasio v Hank Franceschelli
St. Columba Cathedral was the setting of the 2 p.m. Oct. 10, 2015, wedding of Daisy Ocasio and Hank
Gunther returning to Youngstown with Wright State
The Raiders will meet Youngstown State today and Saturday at the YSU Softball Complex.
Howland capitalizes on Boardman errors
The Tigers topped the visiting Spartans, 6-3, because the road side botched a few routine plays.
Prep Roundup | More high school results from Thursday
MORE SOFTBALL Canfield 10-12, Warren Harding 2-2 WARREN Amelia Manenti hit a two-run double
On THE LINKS | Thursday’s professional golf roundup
RBC HERITAGE HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. Former world No. 1 Luke Donald came back strong Thursday
Zatkoff unlikely hero for Penguins
It would have been easy for Jeff Zatkoff to go through the motions. Nobody would have blamed him really.
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Quarterbacks will be in spotlight in YSU’s Red-White Game
Tickets cost $5 and will be available at the gate.
oddly enough
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Sexual assaults a factor
Opinion: By Kirsten Gillibrand and Kelly Ayotte CQ-Roll Call Choosing a college is an important decision.
COSTLY CHOICE?
Associated Press WASHINGTON The vast majority of Americans say they prefer lower prices instead
Support Valley's Relay for Life foot soldiers for a successful Moonshot
Editorial: In January, President Barack Obama launched a noble and ambitious nationwide mission toward curing
Covelli acquires an additional 21 bakery-caf locations in the Cincinnati area
Covelli acquires an additional 21 bakery-caf locations in the Cincinnati area
Bail set at $350K for ex-cop with overturned conviction
Associated Press CINCINNATI A southwest Ohio judge has set bail for a former suburban police
Habitat for Humanity seeks volunteers to assist “crazies”
Habitat for Humanity seeks volunteers to assist “crazies”
Microsoft sues US over secret demands for customer data
Microsoft sues US over secret demands for customer data SAN FRANCISCO Microsoft is suing the
KYLE MURRAY | THE VINDICATOR
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Ohio legislation would explicitly make bestiality a criminal offense
Ohio is one of several states to lack a law specifically against bestiality
Pa. judicial ballot question may be headed for court fight
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. A politically charged court fight loomed Thursday over whether
Ohio officials announce suicide- prevention initiatives
Associated Press COLUMBUS State officials are hoping more research, access to round-the-clock
Berlin boat patrol gets ODNR grant
Berlin boat patrol gets ODNR grant BERLIN TOWNSHIP The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has
Ursuline Center to begin guided labyrinth walks Sunday
The walks celebrate the Year of Mercy designed by Pope Francis.
beavercreek, ohio Prosecutor to review 911 caller’s role in shooting
Associated Press CINCINNATI A special prosecutor will determine whether to charge a 911 caller
US boosting military presence in Philippines
Associated Press MANILA, Philippines In a military buildup certain to inflame tensions with
Ballot board OKs medical marijuana amendment
Proponents can now begin collecting signatures to put the matter on the November ballot
Death penalty sought in slayings of 4
Associated Press CLEVELAND Prosecutors in Cleveland have filed new charges that could bring a
Howland trustes announce intention to promote Roberts chief of police
Howland trustees intend to appoint Assistant Police Chief Nick Roberts to be police chief at the start of next year
Facilitating downtown living and working environments among goals of Warren comprehensive plan
Warren, Trumbull County’s largest city, has an opportunity to attract young adults to live and work in the downtown are
Kerry: Navy ship could have fired on Russian planes
Associated Press MIAMI Secretary of State John Kerry said Thursday that under U.S. military
Today’s entertainment picks:
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NEWSMAKERS
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How to file an extension
The IRS makes it fairly easy to get an extension. So if you are running a bit late this year, here
Strong quake kills 9 in Japan
Associated Press TOKYO At least nine people were killed and 761 injured by a 6.5-magnitude
High levels of lead, copper found in schools
Associated Press DETROIT Detroit’s hard-pressed school system has found elevated levels of lead
Leaders were aware of allegations against friar, witness testifies
Associated Press HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. Records from a Franciscan religious order show three former
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot even-par 71 in the
Accused of rape
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Hot patch applied to some of Campbell’s most pockmarked roads
Mayor Nick Phillips and 2nd Ward Councilman Bryan Tedesco assisted
Former Stambaugh golf manager files complaint against city
City says he wasn’t retained to save money
Police wounded a 19-year-old man in the right shoulder
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com FAYETTE, Ala. Chase A. McKinney, 19, of Youngstown was
POLICE CALLS
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SPORTS digest
OHSAA returns to four regions in D-I football COLUMBUS The tournament format for the OHSAA
Fund receives $3 million grant to help businesses
Fund receives $3 million grant to help businesses YOUNGSTOWN The state awarded a $3 million
Board struggles with mounting Wellness Center deficit
Board struggles with mounting Wellness Center deficit
Flushing state dollars down the toilet? Depends on your outlook
Opinion: There’s some sort of evaluation process when state legislators decide what gets into the proposed
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Rams jump ahead of Browns at No. 1
It’s still unclear whether the Rams want Jared Goff or Carson Wentz.
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DEMS DEBATE | Agreement that Europe should pay more toward NATO
DEMS DEBATE | Agreement that Europe should pay more toward NATO
DEMS DEBATE | Sanders notes Israel's 'disproportionate' responses in Gaza
DEMS DEBATE |Sanders notes Israel's 'disproportionate' responses in Gaza
DEMS DEBATE | Sanders, Clinton spar over who is qualified
DEMS DEBATE | Sanders, Clinton spar over who is qualified
New York primary brings campaign tension to a boil
New York primary brings campaign tension to a boil
Former New York Gov. George Pataki is endorsing John Kasich
Former New York Gov. George Pataki is endorsing John Kasich
Covelli Enterprises acquires 21 locations in Cincinnati area
Covelli Enterprises acquires 21 locations in Cincinnati area
Officials on scene of accident at Market Street and Western Reserve Road
Officials on scene of accident at Market Street and Western Reserve Road
Man with Youngstown runaway shot by Alabama police
Man with Youngstown runaway shot by Alabama police
Mahoning Valley fund receives $3M grant to help high-tech businesses
A Mahoning Valley investment fund received a $3 million state grant to help high-tech businesses
Anne Jackson, actress and wife of Eli Wallach, dies at 90
Anne Jackson, actress and wife of Eli Wallach, dies at 90
Prosecutor won't pursue battery charge against Trump aide
Prosecutor won't pursue battery charge against Trump aide
Warren man arraigned on rape charge involving girl
Warren man arraigned on rape charge involving girl
Family reaches $4.75M settlement in death of football player
Family reaches $4.75M settlement in death of football player
Body of slain Ohio police officer escorted to funeral home
Body of slain Ohio police officer escorted to funeral home
High copper or lead levels seen in 19 Detroit schools' water
High copper or lead levels seen in 19 Detroit schools' water
GOP Sen. Portman meets with Supreme Court nominee Garland
GOP Sen. Portman meets with Supreme Court nominee Garland
Sheriff: 2 deaths at Ohio duplex investigated as homicides
Sheriff: 2 deaths at Ohio duplex investigated as homicides
Mahoning commissioners award pact for recycling containers
Mahoning commissioners award pact for recycling containers
Former Ohio police officer gets 14 years for raping teen
Former Ohio police officer gets 14 years for raping teen
Youngstown school case goes before appellate court
Youngstown school case goes before appellate court
Nutty crimes: Thieves targeting Calif. almonds, walnuts
Nutty crimes: Thieves targeting Calif. almonds, walnuts
Ex-Manson family member seeks parole for 1969 murder
Ex-Manson family member seeks parole for 1969 murder
Volunteers sought to place flags on vets' Oak Hill Cemetery grave sites
Volunteers sought to place flags on vets' Oak Hill Cemetery grave sites
Youngstown Board of Control approves pact for new municipal court at city hall annex
Youngstown Board of Control approves pact for new municipal court at city hall annex
Vindy Talk Radio Friday features author, film maker
Vindy Talk Radio Friday features author, film maker
Ollie's Bargain Outlets raising funds for Akron Children's Hospital Mahoning Valley
Ollie's Bargain Outlets raising funds for Akron Children's Hospital Mahoning Valley
Shepherd of the Valley Poland breaks ground today for new unit
Shepherd of the Valley Poland breaks ground today for new unit
Bank of America profit drops 18 percent on weak trading unit
Bank of America profit drops 18 percent on weak trading unit
What a finale: Kobe scores 60 in his last game
Kobe Bryant utterly dominated his final game Wednesday night,
Warriors eclipse 1995-96 Bulls with 73rd win
Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors took their last shot at Michael Jordan and history and they swished it — for 73.
Flashes rally to beat struggling Penguins
Youngstown State plated two runs in the top of the first, but the bats were quiet throughout the night.
Academic distress commission expects to name CEO by June 7
The Youngstown schools academic distress commission will enlist the county educational service center for a CEO search
Youngstown board member proposes tying pay to district performance
A pay limit resolution for board members was tabled to explore its legality
Mancini named to Ohio Athletic Commission
Mancini was appointed to one of the five positions on Wednesday by Gov. John R. Kasich for a term lasting until Sept. 2, 2018.
Seman’s attorneys file motion on death penalty
Says penalty is unconstitutional because of appeals process
Barnes, YSU women’s basketball team welcome three new players
Mailee Jones signed a National Letter of Intent and Morgan Brunner and Izzy Meese have committed as preferred walk-ons for the 2016-17 season.
Spring signing day has seven Valley athletes going places
Fitch’s Logan Kusky is throwing in with Notre Dame.
Prep roundup | Wednesday’s high school results
BASEBALL Ursuline 9, Struthers 0 STRUTHERS Alex Schlosser pitched a two-hitter in shutting
Lawyer: Will Smith shot eight times
The case has riveted a city where Smith, 34, was a fan favorite.
Rust Belt gives its fans 2nd chance at ‘Godiva’
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Rust Belt Theater Company’s original production of “Godiva: A Burlesque
‘Moonlight’ shines on ‘Gone with the Wind’
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Victorian Players will present “Moonlight and Magnolias,” the mostly
Singer-songwriter’s great career spans five decades Lightfoot’s legacy
Staff report WARREN After 50 years of making hit songs, it’s safe to say that Gordon Lightfoot
Love and War’s comeback: The apocalypse has begun
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Back in the 1990s, Youngstown-based rockers Love and War
Poland Township trustees deny proposed zone change
By JORDYN GRZELEWSKI jgrzelewski@vindy.com POLAND Township trustees denied a proposed zone
Ceremony to kick off Relay For Life at YSU
Relay For Life at Youngstown State University is set to start at with an opening ceremony at 6 p.m. Friday
Mahoning courthouse to stay open during work
‘Major craftspeople’ are working on the Mahoning County Courthouse restoration, architect says.
Cruzes take off to dealers
Fifty Cruzes were driven away from Lordstown by Pittsburgh and West Virginia auto dealers
Mahoning County roads to be named for fallen military men
The legislation awaits Gov. John Kasich’s expected signature.
Community pays respects to POW/MIA Cpl. Dennis Buckley
Members of a Trumbull County American Legion Honor Guard pay their respects to fallen soldier Army Cpl. Dennis Buckley, who died in Korea as a prisoner of war. Buckley's remains were recently identified and returned to his remaining relative, niece Eleanor Stevenson of Youngstown. Lane Funeral Home of Austintown assumed the remaining minimal cost and responsibility, after the federal government’s contribution, to bring Buckley home and lay him to rest.
Saltalamacchia slams Pirates
Jarrod Saltalamacchia hit a grand slam for his 100th career home run in the Tigers’ 7-3 win.
Austin Pendleton’s best role
In his five-decade career, Warren native Austin Pendleton has made a name for himself as a character
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MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE: Wednesday’s results
Wednesday’s results RACE 1 $7,000 - 3 yo’s & up, 1M, MCL $5,000 6 Trajan (Mayta, O.)$17.20
Carrasco dominates Rays
Once Carlos Carrasco settled down his stomach, he could concentrate on taming the Tampa Bay Rays.
KENT STATE5 Youngstown State2
KENT STATE5 Youngstown State2 Next: YSU vs. Northern Kentucky at 5:30 p.m. Friday at Eastwood
Poison hemlock is invasive
Q . A gardener recently brought in a plant that I soon realized was the invasive poison hemlock
Hornqvist’s first hat trick helps Penguins win opener
Patric Hornqvist had his first playoff hat trick in a 5-2 win over the Rangers.
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Barbershop: The Next Cut (PG-13) Cinema South: Fri.-Th. (2) 4:45, 7:50, 10:20
A docile pest-, rodent-eater that defends itself if threatened THE SKUNK
You may have seen a few on the road. Hopefully, you have not come face to face (or rather face to tail) with this creature this spring.
Spring Flower Palette
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How to prevent cancer
Opinion: By Rachel Bergstein The Baltimore Sun Recently, as part of the Obama administration’s “moonshot”
“American Grit” (9 p.m., Fox): WWE superstar John Cena hosts “American
“American Grit” (9 p.m., Fox): WWE superstar John Cena hosts “American Grit.” It’s a new reality
Trump’s crass behavior inspires his supporters
Editorial: Ever since he launched his campaign for the Republican nomination for president last June, New York
Opposition to the war on drugs gaining steam around the world
Opinion: By Johann Hari Los Angeles Times Once a decade, the United Nations organizes a meeting where
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By Pam Baytos OSU Extension master gardener volunteer Most plants live for the daylight hours