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Sold-out Covelli crowd found Richie 'Easy' on ears
R&B legend Lionel Richie opens his Covelli Centre concert Saturday night to a sold-out house eager to hear such hits as 'Easy,' 'Penny Lover" and ...
Stories published August 28, 2016
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Indians drop series finale to Rangers
The Rangers took three of four in the series between division leaders.
Reed wins The Barclays; Kokrak ties for 8th
Jason Kokrak shot a third consecutive round in the 60s to finish tied for eighth.
Charles Osgood, 83, to bid adieu to "Sunday Morning," CBS
After his Sept. 25 departure, he will still make occasional appearances
2 United Airlines pilots arrested on intoxication charges before flight
Their flight was delayed 10 hours in order to find replacement pilots
Future of Obamacare is looking increasingly dim
Despite many obstacles, expect Hillary Clinton to mount a rescue effort should she be elected president this fall
Suspect apprehended in W. Va. in shooting today of Niles woman
The victim has undergone surgery in Youngstown
$10M 'Don't Breathe' opens with weekend box-office take of $26M
'Suicide Squad' came in a distant second
Ohio city's new $867,000 firetruck can't fit in station
Plans now call for remodeling a station to accommodate the truck
Ohio treasurer, auditor team up for spending transparency
The state continues to expand its online network that holds local and state governments and public bodies accountable to the public
Trump stand-ins struggle to speak for and defend nominee
Pence and several others discussed Trump's policies on Sunday-morning talk shows
2 brothers on parole arrested in shooting death of Wade's cousin in Chicago
The mother of four was shot dead while pushing her baby in a stroller near a school Friday
Lowellville makes progress in plans for industrial park
The Mahoning County village has been awarded a $500,000 federal grant to build an access road.
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
SENIOR CITIZENS
Mahoning Retired Teachers Association will conduct their fall meeting Sept. 14 at Antone’s Banquet
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Gathering Place event, sponsored by Lord of Life Church, Canfield, will meet at 11 a.m. Sept. 12 at
GARDEN CLUBS
THURSDAY Sweetbrier will meet at 7 p.m. with Buzz About Bees program. Hostess is Chris Finch.
BOOKS DIGEST
JCC presents a book review YOUNGSTOWN The Jewish Community Center J Caf , 505 Gypsy Lane, will
HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY | Evelyn Fowler
HONOREE Residence: Austintown Date of birth: Aug. 27, 1926, in Hawthorn, Pa. FAMILY Parents:
Deltas will celebrate 65 years of service
Deltas celebration will take place Sept. 24 at Leo’s Ristorante in Warren.
Kelsey Jackson | Kurt Emch
PITTSBURGH Kelsey Nichole Jackson became the wife of Kurt Elliot Emch July 30 at The National
Adrienne M. Misko | Paul J. Nowoczynski
pittsburgh The Duquesne Club was the setting of the wedding and reception for Adrienne M. Misko
Danielle A. Blair | Marlon Moses
YOUNGSTOWN Danielle A. Blair became the bride of Marlon Moses Aug. 6 at World Fellowship
Sylvia andAntonio Crespo celebrate 60th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN Antonio and Sylvia Crespo celebrated their 60th anniversary on Aug. 6 with a family
Big plays launch Cardinal Mooney to blowout over Cleveland Heights
Once the Cardinal Mooney High school football team’s engine fired up, the Cardinals rolled to a blowout victory
Valley Christian wins big in Jennings’ coaching debut
Trevon Clay rushed for 84 yards and three touchdowns while quarterback Domonhic Jennings threw for 186 yards, accounting for three more scores.
YSU marching band showcases skills
Penguin band members had a chance to toot their own horns at Meet the Youngstown State University Marching Pride event Saturday afternoon.
SPORTS DIGEST || Scrappers can’t overcome mistakes
Scrappers can’t overcome mistakes niles Three Mahoning Valley Scrappers errors proved costly on
Volunteers needed for clinic that helps ex-offenders find work
Sims, 34, was convicted of burglary at 18. He served his sentence, but his record never left him when he tried to rise above it.
More prep results
FOOTBALL Ursuline 33, Cleveland Bendictine 32, 2OT BEDFORD Spencer Warren scored the winning
Polish Youngstown hosts Heritage Day festival
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Mike Ostrowski’s style of dress may have made him
Belafonte aims for change with fest
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK Harry Belafonte feels America has lost its moral
METRO DIGEST || 3-year-old drowns in family pool
3-year-old drowns NEW MIDDLETOWN A 3-year-old girl died in Springfield Township after getting
New multimedia play tells Eva Schloss’ story
By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Listen to the older generation and enlighten
Library will offer storytime programs
Library will offer storytime programs EAST PALESTINE East Palestine Memorial Public Library, 309
Sold-out Covelli crowd found Richie 'Easy' on ears
R&B legend Lionel Richie opens his Covelli Centre concert Saturday night to a sold-out house eager to hear such hits as 'Easy,' 'Penny Lover" and "All Night Long." Fans danced in the aisles and praised the centre for bringing in more 80s-era performers.
Week of August 28, 2016
Michelle M. Caple to April P. Eckert, Lockwood Blvd., Boardman, $80,000. John D. Myers et al to
Public pension crisis?
Opinion: Two recent articles about public pensions in America should prompt private- sector taxpayers to sit
Indians fall behind early in loss to the Rangers
Mitch Moreland’s grand slam capped a bizarre, five-run first inning for Texas and A.J. Griffin pitched six strong innings as the Rangers beat the Cleveland Indians 7-0 Saturday night
AREA GOLF CALENDAR Upcoming outings
SEPTEMBER 3 — Sixth annual Ron Meiss Jr. Four-Person Scramble, 8:30 a.m. shotgun start at Deer
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
One year after Family Dollar deal, Dollar Tree hurt by lower store traffic
By Katherine Peralta The Charlotte Observer (TNS) CHARLOTTE, N.C. Just over a year after
Ribbon-cutting Sept. 7 for Little Free Library
The Rocky Ridge Neighborhood Association will host the event on the West Side
Meet Octobot, a robot that’s a real softie – and cheap
By SETH BORENSTEIN AP Science Writer WASHINGTON The latest revolutionary robot isn’t the
Concern over reopening of whitewater center
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. State and local elected officials have expressed concerns that
Eight troops killed in suspected rebel attack in N. Paraguay
Associated Press ASUNCION, Paraguay Eight soldiers were killed in an attack in Paraguay’s north
On the Lines Saturday’s pro golf results
THE BARCLAYS FARMINGDALE, N.Y. Rickie Fowler kept bogeys off his card for the second straight
Child-rearing issues in second marriages
Tribune News Service (TNS) Q. In a recent column, you advised that stepparents have complete
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Jazz in the Park, 3 to 7:30 p.m.: Akron vocal group Starlight,
Cowboys lose Romo with back injury
Tony Romo sustained a broken bone in his back when he was hit from behind by Seattle’s Cliff Avrill.
12 new arrivals to watch
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK The fall television season has been an annual
UW of Lawrence County to paint Cascade Pool bathhouse
The effort is party of the UW’s Lawrence County Day of Caring
End of daily air service warrants federal probe
Editorial: It took just a month for the first daily commercial air service out of Youngstown in 14 years to go
‘Y and Proud’ reflects the new attitude sweeping YSU, Valley
Opinion: A reporter from a prominent national newspaper was in town over the last couple of weeks,
SPORTS NOTICES
notices BASEBALL Ohio Glaciers 12U team — is looking for a couple players for next season’s
Things get done to the Hilt
Opinion: “... And I’m coming back.” That’s kind of how I met recent Youngstown State University graduate
Grief erupts as Italy buries quake victims
Associated Press ASCOLI PICENO, Italy Mourners in Italy prayed, hugged, wept and even applauded
Trump warns of war on American farmers
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Donald Trump warned Saturday of a “war on the American
170th Canfield Fair | What’s happening
170th Canfield Fair | What’s happening The 170th Canfield Fair kicks off Wednesday and runs
Hundreds gather in Columbus for Ohio Tea Party for Trump
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Tom Zawistowski wasn’t a Donald Trump supporter before
Kaepernick refuses to stand for national anthem in protest
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick is refusing to stand for the national anthem before games because he believes the United States oppresses African Americans and other minorities.
Chlorine leak in W.Va. under control
Chlorine leak in W.Va. under control NEW MARTINSVILLE, W.Va. Authorities say a chlorine leak in
Polanco powers road rally over Brewers
Associated Press milwaukee Pinch-hitter Gregory Polanco had a tiebreaking three-run double and
Columnist fails to ask Hillary tough questions
Opinion: Columnist fails to ask Hillary tough questions I notice that Vindica- tor columnist Bertram de
Cal tops Hawaii down under
Davis Webb threw four touchdown passes and ran for another score in a stellar debut for California, leading the Bears to a 51-31 win over Hawaii on Saturday in college football’s season opener
COLUMBIANA/TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Columbia Gas of Ohio v. Anthony Buffone, money.
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
REALTY Klacik Real Estate agent Annette DiVito generated $1,485,000 in sales volume during 2015.
Hillary represents clear and present danger
Opinion: Hillary represents clear and present danger I found it curious that The Vindicator’s “Our Voice”
Texas hit man is given second stay of execution
Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas A convicted hit man scheduled to be put to death Wednesday for a
YEARS AGO
Today is Sunday, Aug. 28, the 241st day of 2016. There are 125 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
2016 Scholarships
The list of high school graduates who have received college or university scholarships based on
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
‘Laws of Leadership IV’ at The Embassy BOARDMAN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber’s “Laws
Great shows gets lost in today's 'Peak TV' season
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK The fall TV season always marks a reset of
Can you get a cheaper EpiPen?
Along with books, backpacks and sneakers, many parents are facing one more back-to-school expense:
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 69 in the third
AREA GOLF: League scores
BEDFORD TRAILS PYBS — Low gross: A. Karen Basista 46. B. Marge Babik 58. Low net: A. Basista 34.
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Underground Railroad,” by Colson Whitehead (Doubleday) 2. “Sting,” by
Farm safety top priority with farm tourism on the rise
Farm safety top priority with farm tourism on the rise Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn.
Soak City expands to add two new water slides
Los Angeles Times (TNS) LOS ANGELES Knott’s Soak City in Buena Park announced last week the
Las Vegas memories ... can you still find Signs ofSFlbSinatra?
By RUSSELL CONTRERAS Associated Press LAS VEGAS Popular Frank Sinatra tunes in Las Vegas hotel
What’s up with all these airline computer shutdowns?
By George Hobica Airfarewatchdog.com (TNS) We’ve seen it too many times in the past few years.
Rebound effects after eliminating antiperspirants are surprising
Q. I work in cancer research. About 10 years ago, most of the women in my office decided to stop
Lower rate of lost or mishandled bags
Lower rate of lost or mishandled bags When you check a bag before boarding an American Airlines
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Youngstown school board, 5 p.m., special meeting to address parent and student
RUNNERS TO YOUR MARKS … Upcoming walks & races
SEPTEMBER 10 — Lordstown High School’s 5K run/walk at 10 a.m. at the Lordstown Apple Cider
Orlando charities learn from prior mistakes
Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. In the days after the June 12 attack on the Pulse nightclub,
In the Cup!
In the Cup! Area holes-in-one Don O’Brien aced the 165-yard No. 13 at Castle Hills Golf Course.
Collectors are sweet on vintage candy containers
An attractive box can help sell a product, especially if it can be reused in a new way. Since the