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Critics of Mill Creek dismissals plan mass community meeting tonight
Park Director Aaron Young said the district welcomes dialogue
Hillary Clinton plans rally in Northeast Ohio on Tuesday
It will take place at Cuyahoga Community College
Rubio wins Puerto Rico ; Trump and Kasich gain delegates
The senator from Florida still lags behind Trump and Cruz
One year later, search and hurt continue over killing of Hubbard man
The Justice For Cody committee has raised more than $20,000
Alissa Slanina, Austin Clark to wed Oct. 8
NILES Alissa Marie Slanina and Austin Tylor Clark, both of Niles, are engaged and will be married
Garden Forum plans meeting, luncheon and fashion show
The annual event will be April 9 at Fellows Riverside Gardens.
Rotary Club of Youngstown begins second century of service
Carol Sherman and Robert Shroder receive Paul Harris Fellow awards.
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
Pick a Guitar 4 a Cause event set for Thursday
Pick a Guitar 4 a Cause event set for Thursday YOUNGSTOWN A Way With Words Foundation will
State investigation of sex abuse in Youngstown Diocese sought
Support group for victims seeks probe similar to that in Altoona
Former first lady Nancy Reagan has died at 94
Former first lady Nancy Reagan has died at 94 in Bel-Air, California.
Sebring boss knew of leaded water Oct. 7; he said he found out Dec. 3
The former water treatment operator told the village manager Oct. 7 the water system flunked lead and copper tests.
Ursuline ousts Poland for a SVSM rematch
As the Ursuline and Poland boys basketball teams engaged in a nip-and-tuck start, Irish head coach Keith Gunther was hoping his best player, Greg Parella, wasn’t being distracted by what could have been his last chance for a milestone.
ODE to review Youngstown’s special ed program
The ODE review of the city schools’ special ed program was prompted by the NAACP
YWCA hosts Young Women awards banquet
If you ask Christina Leone what she thinks is her biggest high-school accomplishment, don’t expect her to respond with something tangible such as a high test grade, an athletic achievement or a memorable experience on a field trip or with friends.
Morse scores 26, but YSU falls to Detroit
YSU trailed by as many as 16 points early in the second half and then cut the deficit to single digits on seven different occasions.
Liberty Bible Church’s wild game dinner draws over 220
The main speaker at the church’s outreach event was a former Canadian Northwest Territory missionary.
Wean Foundation awards $140K in community investment grants
The East Side Organizing Project was granted $30,000 in support of its Senior Financial Empowerment Initiative
Harding girls 5th; Fitch boys 13th in state indoor meet
The Raiders’ Justice Richardson had two second-place finishes.
Lawsuit is game changer in Trumbull sheriff’s race
Editorial: We were on the verge of endorsing Trumbull County Sheriff Thomas Altiere for the Democratic Party
‘Downton Abbey’ series reaches its finale Steadfast to the end
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK For all its six seasons, “Downton Abbey” has
Play set in Youngstown to get local premiere
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN “Harry’s Friendly Service” finally will be
Seminar on tax issues for artists
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Legal Creative will present “Tax Issues for Artists,” the first in a
METRO DIGEST || Gardeners needed in Liberty
Gardeners needed LIBERTY Liberty in Bloom, a small group of volunteers who plant flowers in the
All hail King Georgio: Canfield junior wins state title at 152 pounds
Georgio Poullas dominated in a 5-1 win over Toledo Central Catholic’s Richard Jackson.
Howland police chief, Trumbull sheriff pull no punches in sheriff’s race
Howland Police Chief Paul Monroe told the Trumbull County Democratic Party Central Committee in January that he decided to run for sheriff last year only because incumbent Thomas Altiere confided in him that he would not seek re-election.
WOMEN WITH BRIGHT FUTURES | Award recipients
Thirty Mahoning Valley high school seniors were honored during Saturday’s 22nd annual YWCA Young
Jennings hosts maple sugaring event March 20
This annual, free program is open to the public. Registration is not required
Candidates for Trumbull County sheriff
Two candidates are running for sheriff in the Democratic primary. An * denotes the incumbent. No
Youngstown Thermal fires up $75M clean-energy project
Carl Avers, chief executive officer of Youngstown Thermal at its North Avenue plant, has a plan to make district energy the new reality in Youngstown.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Weez-a-Palooza, noon to 10 p.m.: About two dozen local bands will
Exchanges cast doubt on future of ACA
Associated Press Political uncertainty isn’t the only threat to the Affordable Care Act’s future.
Actors change pace with new roles
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES What’s happening to certain “Downton Abbey”
In a small French town, a Youngstown connection
Opinion: There’s always a Youngstown connection everywhere, said longtime Vindy sports editor Chuck Perazich.
birthdays
birthdays Actor Ben Murphy is 74. Singer Mary Wilson (The Supremes) is 72. Rock musician Hugh
Betras is correct; McNally should resign as mayor
Opinion: Betras is correct; McNally should resign as mayor I have to acknow- ledge the response coming from
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
REALTY Klacik Real Estate announced that Arlene Farris has recently joined the company as a real-
What’s really in supermarkets’ prepared meals?
Barbecued pulled pork with garlicky greens. Spicy tuna rolls with avocado. These days, you’re likely
2016-17 Youngstown Playhouse season lineup
Here is the 2016-17 season lineup for the Youngstown Playhouse. Plays begin at 7:30 p.m. (2:30 p.m.
Good for business
By Pam LeBlanc Austin American-Statesman (TNS) Not everyone who rents a room at the Myrtles
MCTA moves
MCTA moves YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning & Columbiana Training Association is now located at 20 Federal
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Brookfield Township trustees, 7 p.m., 6844 Strimbu Drive. Lordstown Village
Conviction in torture death upheld
Associated Press GREENSBURG, Pa. A judge has rejected a man’s appeal of his first-degree murder
MSWCD fish sale under way, ends April 22
Pickup will be 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. April 26 at the Canfield Fairgrounds
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Prince of Tides’ author Pat Conroy dies at 70 CHARLESTON, S.C. Author Pat Conroy,
Taliban refuse to join peace talks
Taliban refuse to join peace talks KABUL, Afghanistan The Taliban said Saturday they will not
Grandmother wraps school bus in love
Doris Vehar heads to the tree lawn to take her trash can into the garage when the burly garbage collector jumps from his truck and heads her way.
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Sailors face more-lenient rules on fat
Associated Press SAN DIEGO The Navy is giving another chance to thousands of sailors who
Verbal clashes at Gettysburg over Confederate flag
Associated Press GETTYSBURG, Pa. Supporters and opponents of use of the Confederate flag
Man, 18, arrested in fatal shooting in parking lot
Associated Press COLUMBUS Police say a man has been arrested in a shooting in a parking lot at a
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Sunday, March 6, the 66th day of 2016. There are 300 days left in the year.
MAHONING, COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Farmers National Bank v. Michael Horsley, money.
Cruz, Trump grab 2 states each; Democrats divide victories as well
Associated Press WICHITA, Kan. In a split decision, Ted Cruz and Donald Trump each captured two
Bergdahl lawyers seek meeting with Trump over statements
Associated Press Attorneys for Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl said Saturday they may seek a deposition
MILESTONES
MILESTONES HONORS Officer of the year The Ohio State Penitentiary on Youngstown’s East Side
Governor asks Greece to declare emergency
Associated Press IDOMENI, Greece A regional governor called on the Greek government Saturday to
WORLD DIGEST || Airbus eyes new coach-seat design
Airbus eyes new coach-seat design The trend for coach seats in the airline industry has been to
Unstaffed store provides even more convenience
Associated Press VIKEN, Sweden It was a chaotic, late-night scramble to buy baby food with a
FOOD DELIVERY
Associated Press NEW YORK Meal-kit companies have exploded in the past four years, shipping
Birthing new online slang
In the 1980s, slang words such as “bite me,” “righteous” and “chill” where a part of our everyday
Bathroom masterpieces
By Paul Hodgins The Orange County Register (TNS) Bathtubs used to be simple things. They were
Illinois fires football coach it hired in November
First-year football coach Bill Cubit was fired Saturday by new athletic director Josh Whitman.
NOTICES
NOTICES BASEBALL Tri-T — is hosting a Mother’s Day Weekend Tournament May 6-8 at McCune Park
On the lanes | Area bowling news & notes
Mercer County Bowling Hall of Fame: Six bowlers will be inducted into the Mercer County Bowling Hall
Poetry reading is set for Tuesday
Poetry reading is set for Tuesday YOUNGSTOWN The Pig Iron Literary and Art Works will host an
In defense of marriage-centric households
Tribune News Service (TNS) I never cease to be amazed at the reactions people sometimes have to
Runners to your marks … Upcoming races & walks
March Today — Youngstown Road Runners Club will stage a half marathon and 5K in Mill Creek Park.
On the Links
On the Links Saturday’s pro golf results CADILLAC CHAMPIONSHIP DORAL, FLA. Rory McIlroy has
FEDERATED CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Fortnightly IV will meet at 7:30 p.m. for a dinner and movie or casino dinner. Hostess
SPORTS digest
Housteau to speak to Curbstone Coaches Gary Housteau, a writer and staff member of Bucknuts Media
RACING roundup
SPRINT CUP Busch brothers feel at home at Las Vegas Motor Speedway LAS VEGAS The Busch
LOCAL Bowling league scores
amron lanes SRI Investment Seniors (3-2) — John Bullock 218-638, Doug Zolla 235-634, Tom Hood
MLB spring training
Pirates 9, Braves 6 KISSIMMEE, Fla. Bud Norris pitched two perfect innings and Nick Markakis
YSU roundup
BASEBALL Quinlan’s strong outing powers Penguins NASHVILLE, TENN. Jeremy Quinlan pitched six
wrestling roundup Final news & notes
DIVISION I Austintown Fitch, Boardman: Boardman’s Mario Graziani wrestled Fitch’s Adam Green for
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO Today 8 a.m. (TNN) Tennis: Davis Cup. 8:25 a.m. (NBCSN) Soccer: Crystal Palace
McNally clings to power
Opinion: The brain trust in city hall has failed to update Youngstown’s website, which means the profile of
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