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Youngstown State student makes Springsteen history
Scott Williams saw Bruce Springsteen in concert for the 16th time Tuesday night. But the show at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland will be the one he never forgets.
Struthers captains suspended over involvement in jail suicide
Two police captains have been disciplined with unpaid suspensions for neglect of duty in the hours before inmate Peter Bugno, 43, was found dead and hanging in his jail cell last Sept. 10.
Kasich leads Clinton and Sanders in Ohio by wide margins, poll says
Gov. John Kasich would defeat both Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders among Ohio voters, according to a new Quinnipiac University Poll released Wednesday.
Black history coms alive through Williamson Elementary's Living History Museum
Youngstown Williamson Elementary School fifth-graders Jose Santiago, Brazon Crump, Eon Franklin and Antoine Sharpe sat in the school cafeteria covered in spaghetti noodles, chopped lettuce and shredded carrots.
Sebring to flush water system to reduce possible lead contamination
The village will begin a unidirectional water-supply system flushing program Tuesday, and continue from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. through the week until it is completed.
Single fathers now most served at food pantry, worker says at 25th Harvest for Hunger
In the last 16 years, Lillie Ekong has seen certain trends change regarding those she serves, but one thing that has remained constant has been a continuing need for certain basic necessities.
State lawmakers weighing felony penalties for animal fighting participants
Spectators who pay to watch, bet or provide supplies for cockfighting and other animal-fighting rings would face increased criminal penalties, under legislation passed by the Ohio House on Wednesday.
Angel Bell jailed in Ayers Street murder
A woman police said threatened a man who was murdered last week and was present when he was killed was arraigned Wednesday in municipal court on a complicity charge.
3 Guatemalans arrested on I-680 with 7 cell phones, $16K
Although police say three men found Tuesday in a pickup truck with more than $16,000 cash will probably not face drug charges, authorities still have a lot of questions.
Valparaiso-YSU women's game postponed
The scheduled men's game Thursday between YSU and Wright State is still on at 7:45 p.m.
Tickets on sale now for Trumbull African-American Achievers Award banquet
Tickets on sale now for Trumbull African-American Achievers Award banquet
Powerful storm kills 3 in Virginia, raising death toll to 6
Powerful storm kills 3 in Virginia, raising death toll to 6
Canfield requests Christmas decoration removal from cemeteries by Tuesday
Canfield requests Christmas decoration removal from cemeteries by Tuesday
Ohio Turnpike places limited travel ban into effect
Ohio Turnpike places limited travel ban into effect
Groups calling for western Lake Erie to be declared impaired
Groups calling for western Lake Erie to be declared impaired
Ohio model who tried to hire hit man is sentenced to 7 years
Ohio model who tried to hire hit man is sentenced to 7 years
Nonprofits to NFL: Stop pushing fantasy sports on kids
Nonprofits to NFL: Stop pushing fantasy sports on kids
City woman 2nd to be charged in Ayers Street murder
City woman 2nd to be charged in Ayers Street murder
Ohio is part of $56M settlements over municipal bond deals
Ohio is part of $56M settlements over municipal bond deals
Pieces from Ohio lake bottom may be boat that sank in 1850
Pieces from Ohio lake bottom may be boat that sank in 1850
Fire chief in Ohio recommends suspensions over alcohol party
Fire chief in Ohio recommends suspensions over alcohol party
Austintown man joins Springsteen for a song and a dance
Austintown man joins Springsteen for a song and a dance
Pennsylvania governor says he has treatable prostate cancer
Pennsylvania governor says he has treatable prostate cancer
Court rules against Ohio false statement campaign law
Court rules against Ohio false statement campaign law
Men wrongly imprisoned for murder get millions from Ohio
Men wrongly imprisoned for murder get millions from Ohio
Police now say trio caught with $16K won't face drug charges
Police now say trio caught with $16K won't face drug charges
Woman faces charges after Kmart parking lot assault
Woman faces charges after Kmart parking lot assault
Poll shows Kasich would do better than Clinton and Sanders in Ohio
Poll shows Kasich would do better than Clinton and Sanders in Ohio
Trump claims Nevada
Donald Trump notched a win in Nevada’s Republican caucuses Tuesday as Marco Rubio bid to elbow out Ted Cruz for second place in an increasingly urgent effort to slam the brakes on the Trump juggernaut.
Ninth-seeded Mineral Ridge routs Brookfield
When Mineral Ridge saw that’s where it was placed in the Division III,Warren Harding bracket, the Rams — after initially being upset — flipped a switch.
Majority of UAW Local 1112 membership approves local contract
The contract was approved with 76 percent voting yes and 24 percent of members voting no.
Youngstown school board hears gripes about East High
One parent questioned why students lack anything considering the amount of the district’s per-pupil spending.
Youngstown native Cobbin lectures on Negro League baseball
W. James Cobbin — who grew up in Youngstown — makes an effort to talk to groups.
YSU women look for better shooting
The Penguins were just 6 of 34 on 3-pointers against CSU on Saturday.
Youngstown distress panel can’t meet now, appeal court rules
Although the Academic Distress Commission can’t meet now, appeal court arguments over its fifth member are on the fast track.
Strickland knocks Portman for shirking constitutional duty
Portman said it’s not a good time to make a lifetime appointment to the court during a presidential election
Kasich trails Trump slightly among Ohio Republican voters, poll says
Kasich trails Trump among Ohio Republican voters, poll says
‘Full House’ fans will get sugar fix from sequel series
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK If you like this kind of thing, odds are you’ll
‘Black-ish’ takes child’s-eye view of police violence Delicate topic
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES As tense crowds await a grand jury’s decision
PBS to launch 24-hour children’s channel
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES Young insomniacs are in luck: PBS is launching
SPORTS digest
Springfield tickets on sale Friday NEW MIDDLETOWN Doors open and tickets go on sale on Friday
Presentations showcase New Castle man’s God-given talent
Since 1994, Bob Summers has staged musicals he wrote and directed
Canfield doctor charged in tax case
Dr. Nicholas M. Garritano didn’t pay over taxes withheld from his employees, U.S. Attorney says.
Woman tells judge during sentencing she’ll beat heroin addiction
Sentenced on drug-abuse instrument, probation violation charges
Brookfield police say shooting victim remains in critical condition
Police hope to speak to her about the shooting when she recovers more.
Youngstown schools leader seeks options to avoid suspensions
The city school district has suffered from high suspensions and poor graduation rates
Angel’s Wings makes heavenly music
Harpist Allison Miller and flutist Connie Price are the duet.
METRO DIGEST || ‘Youngstown’ family on ‘Family Feud’
‘Youngstown’ family on ‘Family Feud’ The Graves family of Ohio, with members living in Campbell,
Golden Dawn to remain Youngstown icon after owner’s death
Golden Dawn has been a North Side fixture since 1934. This Vindicator photo taken April 29, 2012, shows the late brothers and owners, Carmen Naples, left, and Ralph Naples, who kept the classy atmosphere of the bar and restaurant alive after they took it over. Ralph died earlier this week at the age of 96, just six months after his younger brother died at age 94.
oddly enough
oddly enough Woman’s unorthodox approach helps her get kidney donor POWNAL, Maine A Maine
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Boar’s Head Group of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve a
Keep momentum building to stop Zika virus’ spread
Editorial: The rapid-fire chain of events to stop the spread of the Zika virus in the Western Hemisphere
Jeb’s mother prescient
Opinion: Jeb Bush should have listened to his mother. “We’ve had enough Bushes,” Barbara Bush said nearly
SI swimsuit issue thing of beauty
Opinion: By Heidi Stevens Chicago Tribune I consider the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue an annual
Obama: Gitmo undermines security, must be closed
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama’s plan to close the detention center at
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Cody A. Signor, 20, of 1624 Fifth Ave., Youngstown,
Ohio Senate OK’s sales-tax holiday bill
The sales-tax holiday would be Aug. 5-7 if the bill passes in April
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .128.53—.38 Aqua America, .71
Conspiracy theorists run amok
Opinion: By Fred Grimm Miami Herald You know – because anyone with access to social media knows – that it
Indians hold first full-squad workout of spring
That challenge, which is winning a World Series in Cleveland, will begin with a starting staff that should be among the best in baseball.
Kanye West
Kanye West Album: “The Life of Pablo” Grade: B+ Kanye West raps and sings on “The Life of
Television series released on DVD this week include:
Television series released on DVD this week include: v “Saints & Strangers”: NatGeo’s fall
Warren Steel workers to receive assistance
Laid-off Warren Steel Holdings employees have received certification for the Trade Adjustment Assistance program.
Trump widens lead with Nevada win
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Donald Trump notched a win in Nevada’s Republican caucuses Tuesday
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Delonte and Michelle Washington, Youngstown, girl, Feb.
Bathrooms are battlegrounds in anti-discrimination debate
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. As bathrooms become battlegrounds in the national debate over
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Blue Bloods’ a quiet example of CBS’ power NEW YORK Tom Selleck’s cop-family drama
birthdays
birthdays Actor Steven Hill (“Law and Order”) is 94. Actor Dominic Chianese (“Boardwalk Empire,”
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Wednesday, Feb. 24, the 55th day of 2016. There are 311 days left in the year.
GPS glitch allows terrorism suspect to remain free on bond
Associated Press TOLEDO One of four men accused of raising money for a former al-Qaida leader
supreme court vacancy McConnell shuts door on Senate action
Associated Press WASHINGTON Majority Leader Mitch McConnell emphatically ruled out any Senate
Water samples below limit for lead
Water samples below limit for lead SEBRING The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has received
Niles City Council votes 5-2 to approve mayor’s financial recovery plan
The plan now goes to the Financial Planning and Supervision Commission for final approval
CDC: 14 more Zika cases possibly spread through sex
CDC: 14 more Zika cases possibly spread through sex NEW YORK U.S. health officials are
Panel awards contracts
The Mahoning County commissioners awarded recycling and tourism promotion contracts.
Utah polygamous-sect leaders arrested in food-stamp fraud
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY Several top leaders from Warren Jeffs’ polygamous sect were
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Salem City Schools Community Relations Committee, 8:30 a.m., administration
Girard police arrest man who allegedly beat woman, threatened to sell her for crack
Officers booked a 44-year-old man on a domestic violence charge.
‘Hidden Life of Trees’ inspires earthy recipe
By Leah Eskin Chicago Tribune Trees chat. Trees cry. Trees nurse their young, care for the aged
Reverse raffle dinner set for March 11
Reverse raffle dinner set for March 11 BOARDMAN The Boardman Schools Fund for Educational
Apple to push for Congress to decide case
Associated Press WASHINGTON Apple Inc. will tell a federal judge this week in legal papers that
Bricklayers union pickets Chick-fil-A
Bricklayers union pickets Chick-fil-A BOARDMAN Members of the Bricklayers Local 8 union on
Charlie Staples Original Famous Bar-B-Que The secret is the SAUCE
You don’t need to travel to the bayou to enjoy authentic Louisiana barbecue.
There’s more to fish than the obvious
By Gretchen McKay Pittsburgh Post-Gazette It’s Lent, which means it’s time to renew your love
Scientists determine cause of Takata air-bag explosions
Associated Press DETROIT Scientists hired by the auto industry have determined that multiple
Gates supports government efforts
Associated Press NEW YORK Bill Gates is supportive of investigators’ efforts to force Apple to
Mahoning Valley Race Course
TUESDAY’S Results RACE 1 $24,500 - 3 yo, 6F, MSW 7 Graduation Gift (Gonzalez, L.)$16.20$8.20
HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP
More boys TOURNAMENT BASKETBALL DIVISION II Ursuline 74, Hubbard 42 YOUNGSTOWN Ursuline
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