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Stories published March 31, 2016
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Boardman grandma foils phone scam
Township police handled a reported case of telecommunications fraud Wednesday in which an unknown person tried to scam an 83-year-old victim out of $1,500.
Proposed Kasich bill reduces lead notification time to 2 days
Public systems would have two days to inform residents when dangerously high levels of lead are found in water supplies, under legislation being offered by Gov. John Kasich to lawmakers.
Donor backs out of new kitchen with Second Harvest, will operate independently
Second Harvest Food Bank and a donor are no longer working together to open another feeding site in Youngstown.
Valley hunt still on for 'dangerous' man wanted in Puerto Rico on child rape charge
A man who shot at city police officers during a chase that spanned several jurisdictions this morning was still on the loose late tonight.
Mill Creek naturalists helps kids 'spring into nature' today
A group of children spent part of their spring break “springing” into nature at Mill Creek MetroParks.
McNally appoints 7 to new charter review commission
Mayor John A. McNally appointed seven residents to a charter review committee to come up with recommendations for voters to consider during the November general election.
Jonathan Emerine found guilty of child rape after brief deliberations
A jury deliberated only one hour Thursday morning before delivering verdicts finding Jonathan R. Emerine, 24, of North Road in Howland guilty of rape and three counts of gross sexual imposition involving girls age 11 and 13 in separate 2015 incidents.
Mahoning commissioners approve 911 consolidation plan
The Mahoning County commissioners have approved a resolution establishing a regional council of governments for consolidation of 911 emergency dispatching operations of the county with those of Austintown and Boardman townships.
Community Legal Aid aims to help immigrant victims
Every year, countless immigrants — many unreported — become victims of sexual assault, human trafficking as well as physical and sexual abuse.
'Chaos' ensued after shooting during church funeral near Midlothian, pastor said
A neighbor across the street from New Vision New Day Church heard several shots where a funeral was taking place for a homicide victim.
Roger, Gloria Jones establish endowment for chldren's center bearing their name
The usual tradition for a birthday is to receive gifts, but Roger Jones decided for his 88th birthday, he’d give a $1 million gift, with his wife Gloria, to the OH WOW! Roger and Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science and Technology.
Mahoning County Grand Jury indicts 29
Indictments from the Mahoning County Grand Jury.
Arab-Muslim woman to speak about living in Israel for JCC program
Arab-Muslim woman to speak about living in Israel for JCC program
Financial literacy seminar for students is April 7 at YSU
Financial literacy seminar for students is April 7 at YSU
UPDATE | Ohio law would improve lead-testing notifications
Ohio law would improve lead-testing notifications
UPDATE | Public's help sought as manhunt continues
Police and SWAT units were searching the area around Lake Park Cemetery searching for a man who led several police departments on a chase overnight.
No new jail time for man convicted of falsifying Purple Heart record
No new jail time for man convicted of falsifying Purple Heart record
Commissioners OK consolidation of 911 dispatching operations
Commissioners OK consolidation of 911 dispatching operations
Dahlia Society to host tuber sale
Dahlia Society to host tuber sale YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Dahlia Society will host its
Ursuline’s victory via Vito
Ursuline’s Vito Petrillo was faced with adversity time and again on Wednesday against Crestview
High emotion at Youngstown education summit
About 100 people attended a meeting called by opponents of the Youngstown Plan
Mikovich lives D-I dream at YSU
Former Fitch standout Cali Mikovich was late to the NCAA recruiting game.
Warren auditor indicted in shipping of powder through U.S. mail
FBI says it takes threats of mass destruction very seriously
Grant would facilitate 911 consolidation in Mahoning County
The nearly $300,000 grant would facilitate law enforcement communication and 911 consolidation.
Former Boardman state champ Bailey makes splash with Navy
Ryan Bailey has been named the captain for next year’s Navy swim team.
Canfield man receives 10th OVI charge after drive across YSU campus
Reports say the vehicle struck several light poles, and a witness said it almost hit him. The charge against the driver is a felony.
SPORTS DIGEST || West Branch football player joins Malone
West Branch tight end Jeremy Gorby has committed to Malone University.
Controversial landfill proposed for Hubbard Township back on the table
A controversial construction and demolition debris landfill first proposed by Trans Rail America for the Drummond Avenue-Mount Everett Road area near Interstate 80 in Hubbard Township in 2004 once again is being proposed.
More high school results
BASEBALL Cincinnati Loveland 10, Boardman 9 VERO BEACH, FLA. A six-run was the difference as
Hit-making ’70s rockers are still riding the storm out REO Speedwagon
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com REO Speedwagon’s Kevin Cronin heard it from a friend, who
‘The Walking Dead’ helps families connect
By ALICIA RANCILIO Associated Press NEW YORK Michelle Fiala says her 14-year-old daughter,
Babbaro to headline concerts at Playhouse
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Angelo Babbaro and Friends, accompanied by a
Summit Radio debuts new streaming channel Internet station for local bands
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Video game creators plan a weekend jam
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Lock yourself in a museum for a weekend with a
Ohio lawmakers urged to change the way smokeless products are taxed
A representative of the tobacco industry urged state lawmakers Wednesday to change the way smokeless products are taxed, arguing that price reductions in recent years have reduced overall collection
Woman sentenced to 30 months in two separate drug cases
Was found passed out in car, then later drugs found on her in jail
Superintendent: YEC is not changing
The school board president said she opposes changes to any school programs
METRO DIGEST || Woman beaten in Brier Hill
Brier Hill beating YOUNGSTOWN Police are searching for a man after a woman was found severely
Sims murder trial enters second day
By JOE GORMAN jgorman@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Anastasia Wilson testified Wednesday in Mahoning
Girard Recovery Court gives addicts another chance at life
Girard Municipal Court offers a program for non-violent misdemeanor drug offenders.
Family, friends remember Corinne Gump, Schmidts
A crowd of friends, family and neighbors gathered for a vigil Wednesday night at the Powers Way site of the house where Corrine Gump and her grandparents, William and Judith Schmidt, died in a March 30, 2015, arson.
Judge OKs ex-teacher’s plea
Associated Press PITTSBURGH One of three teachers charged with having inappropriate sexual
Should feeders stay up in the summer?
By Bettyann Nagy Ohio certified volunteer naturalist Winter is a great time to feed birds.
Fungus gnats mere nuisance
Q. I found these small little specks of bugs crawling on my windows in the sunlight. What are they?
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK God’s Not Dead 2 (PG) When a high-school teacher is asked a question in class
Transplant perennials
Transplant perennials The moisture of spring means it is a great time to transplant your
Philadelphia Flower Show 2016 Memorable FIRST visit
It was hard not to get caught up in the excitement as my friend Mary Merritt and I joined the long entrance line behind hundreds entering the Philadelphia Convention Center to the Philadelphia Flower Show just a couple of weeks ago.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Fox on the Fairway,” directed by Paula Ferguson, New Castle Playhouse, 202
Go native this year
Go native this year If you love birds, bees and butterflies, consider planting native plants in
Eric Church breaks mold with his surprise album
By KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Eric Church knew that his latest album
oddly enough
oddly enough ‘Trump’ missing – from a sign outside his Florida resort JUPITER, Fla. “Trump”
Time to start summer bulbs
Time to start summer bulbs From cannas to dahlias, April is the time to start them inside to get a
BIRD BANDING
BIRD BANDING When: April 3, 8 a.m. to noon. What: See live, wild songbirds in the hand and
Chuck Wagon Gang at Dutch Village
Chuck Wagon Gang at Dutch Village The renowned gospel music quartet Chuck Wagon Gang will appear
“Rush Hour” (10 p.m., CBS): TV again takes a cue from the big screen with the new drama
“Rush Hour” (10 p.m., CBS): TV again takes a cue from the big screen with the new drama “Rush Hour.”
Youngstown Cinema to screen ‘Dr. Strangelove’
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Cinema, the film series housed in the M Gallery, 112 W.
‘Will & Grace’ star returns to Broadway
Associated Press NEW YORK Former “Will & Grace” star Sean Hayes is coming back to Broadway as a
record reviews
Cheap Trick Album: “Bang Zoom Crazy ... Hello” Grade: A Some classic-rock bands limp into the
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Docket State v. Kristen M. Raymond, pleads guilty. State v. Jacey Ann
Biden, Gaga will stage a rally
Associated Press WASHINGTON Lady Gaga and Joe Biden are bringing their act to Las Vegas for an
Rap song allegedly made by inmate sparks probe
Associated Press ANGOLA, La. Authorities in Louisiana believe rapper C-Murder recorded and
Trump creates firestorm with abortion comments
Associated Press GREEN BAY, Wis. Republican presidential front-runner Donald Trump said
Hospital cyberattacks point to vulnerabilities in health care system
Associated Press A cyberattack that paralyzed the hospital chain MedStar this week is serving as a
Cafaro Co. to move headquarters May 31
Cafaro Co. to move headquarters May 31 NILES The Cafaro Co., 2445 Belmont Ave., will relocate
NUMBERS IN THE NEWS $66 million Source: Associated Press
A lawsuit seeking class-action status filed in the Ohio Court of Claims to halt the state’s
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Judge delays more questioning of Cosby LOS ANGELES Bill Cosby will not have to
Fugitive who chewed off fingerprints sent to prison
Associated Press TALLMADGE A Florida man who chewed off his fingerprints in an effort to avoid
Experimental blood test for Zika OK’d
Experimental blood test for Zika OK’d WASHINGTON Federal health officials are granting use of an
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Thursday, March 31, the 91st day of 2016. There are 275 days left in the year.
Lakers dismayed Russell’s video of Young went public
The 20-year-old Russell declined to speak to reporters at the shootaround at the Lakers’ training complex.
US fliers brace for long security lines at airports
Associated Press NEW YORK An expedited screening program called PreCheck was supposed to be the
birthdays
birthdays Actor William Daniels (“St. Elsewhere”) is 89. Actor Richard Chamberlain is 82. Actress
Woman calls 911 during beating; no help is sent
Associated Press CANTON A Northeast Ohio dispatcher who didn’t send help when a woman called 911
METRO DIGEST || Struthers captain demoted
Captain demoted STRUTHERS A Struthers police captain has been demoted after an incident last
State prepares waiver for Medicaid cost-sharing
Associated Press COLUMBUS Republican Gov. John Kasich’s administration said Wednesday it’s
Utility regulators to vote on 2 energy deals
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio utility regulators plan votes today on two proposed energy deals
Sager stays positive in fight against leukemia
The 64-year-old is set to work tonight in Houston, where he receives his chemotherapy treatments.
High number of deaths at railroad crossing
Associated Press HAMILTON Another person has been killed at a railroad crossing in Butler
French suspect faces terrorism charges
Associated Press PARIS Paris authorities filed preliminary terrorism charges Wednesday against a
Cruz camp pushing to oust Kasich from Montana ballot
Associated Press HELENA, Mont. Ted Cruz’s presidential campaign is trying to knock opponent John
Pirates, Red Sox play to 4-4 tie
Andrew McCutchen hit a two-run homer and Gregory Polanco doubled twice.
Buddy system works for Sooners
The senior guard considered leaving for the NBA last year, but returned to school to improve his game and has been nearly unstoppable this season.
Obama shortens terms for 61 drug offenders
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama commuted the prison sentences of 61 drug
general motors Jury: Ignition switch not to blame in crash
Associated Press NEW YORK A New York City jury found Wednesday that a flawed General Motors
Mahoning Valley Race Course
Wednesday’s results RACE 1 $7,000 - 3 yo’s & up, 1M, MCL $5,000 2 Spectacularfashion (Pilares,
FDA: Women can take abortion pill later
Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY Women will be able to take the so-called abortion pill later in
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.68-0.04 Aqua America, .71
Uprooting Islamic State’s power over territory absolutely crucial
Opinion: PARIS, FRANCE After Brussels, President Obama’s strategy of gradually degrading the Islamic State
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
US Senate race in Ohio will have sparks flying
Editorial: If the primary election is any indication, Ohio’s Republican U.S. senator, Rob Portman, and his
Robots are job killers
Opinion: By Bryan Dean Wright Los Angeles Times A viral video released in February showed Boston
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