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Stories published June 19, 2016

Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Final: Cavaliers 93, Warriors 89

Cleveland’s championship drought is over.


CAVALIERS WIN NBA CHAMPIONSHIP

LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers returned home as NBA Champs.


Third quarter: Warriors 76, Cavaliers 75

At one point in the third, the Cavs had a seven-point lead, 70-63.


Halftime: Warriors 49, Cavaliers 42

The Cavaliers made just one 3-pointer, by Iman Shumpert, in the first half.


First quarter: Cavaliers 23, Warriors 22

The Cavs lead by a point, 23-22.


Dustin Johnson wins U.S. Open

Dustin Johnson wins US Open at Oakmont for first major title.


Trump: US should consider profiling Muslims

The presumptive GOP presidential nominee said it's not the worst thing the nation could do


Experience Idora Park anew at Canfield museum Saturday, next Sunday

A couple has made restoration of amusement park artifacts a life passion


Ohio gun shop owner shot, killed while teaching concealed-carry class

The Clermont County sheriff's office is investigation the Saturday incident.


Gun-rights issues continue to polarize America

The debate heats up as the number of gun owners in America falls


'Finding Dory' makes box-office history this weekend

The film earned more than $136 million this weekend, making it the biggest grossing opening for an animated film in history


Eastern Ohio may prove to be credible gauge for 2016 presidential race

More crossovers to the GOP expected in Ohio's Appalachian region


Man injured critically in stabbing at Youngstown bar today

Police seek help in their investigation of this case


Spotlesons mark 60th anniversary at family event

POLAND Mr. and Mrs. Joe Spotleson of Poland were honored May 7 at a renewal of their wedding vows

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Mr. and Mrs. Baldelli mark 65th anniversary

STRUTHERS Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Baldelli of Struthers celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary

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Dog rescue to host charity pasta dinner

Dog rescue to host charity pasta dinner AUSTINTOWN Legacy Dog Rescue is hosting a charity pasta


Shelly LaBerto installed as president of Angels

Shelly LaBerto was recently installed as the 2016-2017 President of the Angels of Easter Seals.

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GARDEN CLUBS

Tuesday Girard Herb Society will meet at 1 p.m. at Chad Anthony’s in Liberty. Dr. Valentina Khoury


Betty Armstrong honored at gathering

Youngstown Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. honored Betty Armstrong at its gathering June 11.

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SENIOR MENU

Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60


FATHE'S DAY CONTEST Simply hanging out together

Here is the winning entry of this year’s Father’s Day photo drawing. Heather Mileto sent this


Junior League prepares for Pink Ribbon Tea

The Junior League of Youngstown is preparing for its 22nd annual Pink Ribbon Tea on Aug. 22.

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SENIOR CITIZENS

Holy Family Seniors will meet at 11:30 a.m. Monday at Holy Family Parish Hall, 2731 Center Road,


BOOKS DIGEST

Sophomore has second book published CANFIELD Jackson Horvat, a sophomore of Canfield, is having


SENIOR SIDELIGHTS

Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise


JCL to present scholarships to nine area graduates

JCL will present scholarships to nine area graduates at a brunch June 25 at Holiday Inn, Boardman.

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Henry Kinast remembers well the day he became a man.

Opinion: Henry Kinast remembers well the day he became a man. For many men, that memory could be a first


Warriors know slowing James is only hope

Warriors know slowing James is only hope


YBI continues to write its story

Renovations on YBI’s fifth building recently started


Cavaliers earned this shot

Cleveland’s surge has Warriors on their heels


Tougher course takes toll on Kokrak

The Warren JFK grad is 10 shots behind.


Fallen soldiers memorialized on Wall of Honor

In its simplicity, the Mahoning Valley Wall of Honor brings home the brutality and horrible cost of war.


Special Olympians, supporters enjoy sunny day of competition

Eight Mahoning athletes will got to Columbus


910th Airlift personnel explain their jobs at YARS

YARS Commander Col. Dignan is to explain to Congress the importance of the 910th Airlift Wing’s missions.


Marvel, Black Bears too much for Scrappers

On Superhero Night at Eastwood Field, it seemed only fitting that someone named Marvel turned in a superhuman performance


Two dead in biker dispute

Three others wounded at Warren Township bar


Runners to your marks … | Upcoming races & walks

JUNE Saturday — Run with the Knights 5K and 1-mile Fun Walk at St. Charles Church in Boardman. The


Bridge closings start Monday

Road and bridge work abounds in the Mahoning Valley, and two Interstate 80 access ramps remain closed.


Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak

Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 4 over par 74 in


Festival celebrates all things Slavic

By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It’s probably a cliche to state that some people have


METRO DIGEST || Duquesne master’s program in Neshannock

Master’s program New Castle, Pa. Duquesne University will offer its master’s and certificate


MILESTONES

MILESTONES Medicine Andrea Pannunzio, daughter of Dr. Dominic and Lisa Pannunzio, recently


Valley eateries, bars go 'all in' for NBA finale

Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) dunks against the Golden State Warriors during Game 6 of basketball's NBA Finals in Cleveland, Friday. Cleveland won 115-101.


NEWSMAKERS

NEWSMAKERS Chelsea Clinton gives birth to second child NEW YORK Presidential hopeful Hillary


Agenda Monday

Agenda Monday McDonald school board, 7 p.m., high school library, 600 Iowa Ave. Niles City


Crews make progress against Western wildfires

Associated Press LOS ANGELES Firefighters battling home-threatening wildfires in the West caught


Increased security at gay-pride events

Associated Press CHICAGO The music was thumping, and crowds were dancing Saturday at gay-pride


Blood Drives

Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,


‘Orange is New Black’ is built to last

By Verne Gay Tribune News Service Season four of “Orange Is the New Black” is now streaming on


Funerals, fear, uncertainty loom in Orlando

Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. People marched down Orlando streets with rainbow flags, and


IN THE CUP!/Area holes-in-one

area holes-in-one George Svetlack aced the 157-yard No. 6 at Mahoning Country Club on June 11. He


sandlot roundup

Class Little B Landsharks 10, Astro Falcons 0 STRUTHERS Riley Day tossed five innings giving


Family debates best bug spray

Q. Please settle a family dispute. My husband insists on using high-potency DEET mosquito


CURRENT prices from around the country

Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the


HARDCOVER FICTION

HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “End of Watch,” by Stephen King (Scribner) 2. “The Emperor’s Revenge,” by


Kinsman’s Posey talks bluegrass, festival

By REBECCA S. NIEMINEN news@vindy.com KINSMAN As a small boy, Kinsman resident Mark Posey


When collecting, have fun learning about history

Part of the fun of collecting is learning something extra about the history of the piece. This


Prager’s attempt at defining happiness

Tribune News Service (TNS) I recently enjoyed the privilege of seeing and hearing radio talk-show


Visitors to historic sites on the rise thanks to success of Broadway musical Hunting Hamilton

By BETH J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor NEW YORK Historic sites connected to Alexander Hamilton


Schools’ CEO, on guard!

Opinion: It didn’t take long for the good vibrations that swept Youngstown with the hiring of the first-ever


Clients prefer text communication

JOYCE M. ROSENBERG AP Business Writer NEW YORK Clients can text their lawyers to double-check


MARK OF EXCELLENCE

MARK OF EXCELLENCE Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC of Boardman and Greenwood Chevrolet of Austintown


Summer travel destinations

Summer travel destinations Demand for travel to Europe remains strong, and AAA summer travel


birthdays

birthdays Singer Tommy DeVito of The Four Seasons is 88. Actress Gena Rowlands is 86. Singer


COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS

COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY Dissolutions Asked William Baker, 342 E. High St., Leetonia, and


Top entertainment picks for Father’s Day are:

Top entertainment picks for Father’s Day are: v Garden Forum Flower Show, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.: If Dad


Struthers’ Bayus wins Indians HPR tourney

Struthers’ Bayus wins Indians HPR tourney cleveland Mary Bayus of Struthers placed first in the


Today is Sunday, June 19, the 171st day of 2016

Today is Sunday, June 19, the 171st day of 2016. There are 195 days left in the year. This is


ON AREA LINKS | Upcoming outings and scrambles

JUNE Monday — 33rd annual Boardman Boosters Golf Scramble at Tippecanoe Country Club. Cost is $105


Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Kristina Abduraimova and Richard Wilson, Youngstown,


Cyclist disputes editorial on usefulness of helmets

Opinion: Cyclist disputes editorial on usefulness of helmets The Vindicator’s May 20 editorial discussed


Substitute dogs on ‘Person of Interest’

Q. Is there a different Belgian shepherd playing Bear on “Person of Interest”? He (or she) doesn’t


Home renovation without aggravation

Think 2016 might finally be the year to tackle that big renovation project you’ve been putting off?


POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN,

POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD


BUSINESS DIGEST ||Employees needed at InfoCision

InfoCision Management Corp., a contact center solutions company, is in search of 75 new employees for its Austintown and Boardman locations.


Probate Judge Rusu meets Mill Creek Park challenge

Editorial: Cooler heads are needed in the emotionally charged public battle over the management of Mill Creek


SMARTWATCHES ARE GETTING AN UPGRADE

ANICK JESDANUN AP Technology Writer NEW YORK Apple and Android smartwatches are getting better


Trump faces ‘rude awakening’

Associated Press NEW ORLEANS Donald Trump’s unconventional campaign is about to feel the heat of


Obama: Warming is damaging parks

Obama: Warming is damaging parks YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, Calif. President Barack Obama said


Stage Left Players ‘Addams Family’ is delightfully creepy

By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com Lisbon They’re creepy and they’re kooky, and for a


1 year after marriage ruling, LGBT-rights struggle goes on

Associated Press NEW YORK On a Friday evening almost a year ago, the White House was awash in


league scores

league scores Bedford trails PYBS (Women’s) — Low gross: Judy Wellington 53, Elaine Zagorsky 66.


KARZMER: Dads on and off the golf course inspire

Special memories are recalled


Voinovich was class act who accomplished a lot

Opinion: Voinovich was class act who accomplished a lot I first met George Voinovich at a ribbon- cutting