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Canfield third-graders learn about the need for math in drag racing
Canfield third-graders learn about the need for math in drag racing
Ohio's top court considers new trial for Mahoning Valley man
Ohio's top court considers new trial for Mahoning Valley man
University of Akron president steps down after rough 2 years
University of Akron president steps down after rough 2 years
Ohio seeks stay in complying with judge on early voting
Ohio seeks stay in complying with judge on early voting
Youngstown to unveil 1st 2 splash pads at parks Wednesday
Youngstown to unveil 1st 2 splash pads at parks Wednesday
Additional $100K sought for Youngstown garbage program
Additional $100K sought for Youngstown garbage program
Man who had sex with dog says he has newfound faith
Man who had sex with dog says he has newfound faith
Search for time capsule at Boardman elementary school comes up empty again
Search for time capsule at Boardman elementary school comes up empty again
Father who had daughter marry her rapist sentenced to jail
Father who had daughter marry her rapist sentenced to jail
Ex-Oklahoma reserve deputy sentenced to 4 years in killing
Ex-Oklahoma reserve deputy sentenced to 4 years in killing
Boardman High School jazz concert is Friday at the high school
Boardman High School jazz concert is Friday at the high school
Swollen river feeds flooding near Houston as residents flee
Swollen river feeds flooding near Houston as residents flee
MYCAP has info sessions this week of employment skills and training program
MYCAP has info sessions this week of employment skills and training program
Ohio Supreme Court hears arguments in condemned killer’s DNA appeal
Ohio Supreme Court hears arguments in condemned killer’s DNA appeal
UPDATE | Laura Meeks steps down from academic commission
UPDATE | Laura Meeks steps down from academic commission
Man gets 55 years for attempted murder in arson #selfie case
Man gets 55 years for attempted murder in arson selfie case
Florida man runs over motorcycle during road-rage incident
Florida man runs over motorcycle during road-rage incident
The Latest: Police to probe circumstances of gorilla’s death
The Latest: Police to probe circumstances of gorilla’s death
Senate probe finds systemic failure at Wisconsin VA facility
Senate probe finds systemic failure at Wisconsin VA facility
Gym at former St. Edward School damaged by vandals
Gym at former St. Edward School damaged by vandals
Salem woman faces drug charges after bathroom arrest
Salem woman faces drug charges after bathroom arrest
Man faces charges after being accused of striking woman
Man faces charges after striking woman with jar
Pair of Trumbull County motorcycle accidents investigated
Pair of Trumbull County motorcycle accidents investigated
Tony nominee Daveed Diggs enjoys a whole new world
The Ivy League-educated rapper and actor from California has earned a Tony Award nomination for his work in “Hamilton.”
Struthers Fallen Soldiers Memorial dedicated Monday
There are 74 names on the memorial of city residents who died in service to our country in four wars and peacetime operations
J-M schools earn state Momentum Awards
Both Jackson-Milton schools were recognized for exceeding expectations in student growth for the year
Veteran stresses meaning of holiday
American Legion post honors U.S. Army Sgt. First Class Terell Jones and two others for length of military service
From training to rescues, couple remembers decades with U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
Hubbard couple retires from U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary at Lake Erie.
Memorial Day speaker dies
An American Legion Post commander died Monday at Austintown’s Memorial Day observance
Arrested at checkpoint
Arrested at checkpoint SHARON, PA. Pennsylvania State and Sharon police and Mercer County
Cardinal Mooney pitcher Johnnie Mikos triumphs over life-changing disease
The sudden onset of a severe form of alopecia did not break Johnnie Mikos.
Japan economy weak but improved
Japan economy weak but improved TOKYO Japan’s factory output fell 3.5 percent in April from the
Florida top seed in NCAA tourney
Florida will have to break the curse of the No. 1 seed to win its first national championship in baseball.
years ago
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Poll: Clinton edges Trump in Rust Belt
Bloomberg News (TNS) CHICAGO Donald Trump trails Hillary Clinton by 7 percentage points among
Late-night meeting in New York changed Cavs’ season
In the hours after a disappointing 104-95 loss to Brooklyn on March 25, the Cavs gathered in their Manhattan hotel and cleared the air.
Prison guard critically injured when mailed package explodes
Associated Press SYRACUSE, N.Y. A corrections officer who opened a package left by his mailbox
Zoo chief defends killing of Harambe
Associated Press CINCINNATI The Cincinnati Zoo’s director is defending the decision to kill a
The focus is on the health and wellness of at-risk children in Mahoning and Trumbull counties
The focus is on the health and wellness of at-risk children in Mahoning and Trumbull counties
Goodbye, empty nest: Millennials staying longer with parents
Goodbye, empty nest: Millennials staying longer with parents
Feds must rethink funding for Ohio’s charter schools
Editorial: The latest revelations about Ohio’s controversy-ridden charter-school industry come as no surprise.
Medicare meddling could prove devastating
By Ana Fadich, MPH, CHES Special to The Vindicator If statistics are any guide, the war against
Urban farm in SW Ohio offers hope for food deserts
By STEVE BENNISH Dayton Daily News DAYTON An abandoned factory in an East Dayton neighborhood
Few airport headaches noted on holiday
Associated Press MIAMI Travelers who had braced for long lines and long waits were instead
Entertainment briefs
Top Hat Productions will have a Princess Tea at 2 p.m. June 11 and June 12; The Summer Festival of the Arts on the campus of Youngstown State University and surrounding area will take place July 9-10
Diabetes workshop
Diabetes workshop BOARDMAN The Diabetes Empowerment Education Program, a no-cost interactive
Email report can hurt Clinton
Opinion: Donald Trump isn’t the only presidential candidate with credibility problems. The State Department’s
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Coitsville Township trustees, work-study meeting, 9 a.m., town hall, 3711
Air Force museum plans special activities for its new building
Associated Press DAYTON A ribbon-cutting June 8 is among special activities scheduled around the
South Korea: North’s launch likely failed
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea A North Korean missile launch likely failed today, according
Living-history museum gets makeover
Associated Press COLUMBUS The living-history museum in Ohio’s capital that previously showed
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Brittany King and Justin Wise, Youngstown, boy, May 29.
Plane lands on Mississippi highway
Associated Press PASCAGOULA, Miss. The pilot of a single-engine airplane made an emergency
On area diamonds | Area baseball and softball
BASEBALL TRI-T Pony Classic RT Vernal 11, New Middletown Lions Club 8 Firebirds Grill 12,
Interstate 80 on ramp closes Wednesday
An Interstate 80 on ramp and a Mahoning River bridge will close Wednesday.
Hickman, Malmfeldt win Memorial Mile
Samantha Malmfeldt finished fourth overall and first among women’s competitors (4:42).
Who’s to blame for Iraqis’ plight? A novel points the finger at elites
Opinion: A prominent Arab intellectual has written an important book in English and in Arabic that asks his
STRUTHERS Honoring the fallen Seventy-four military personnel from Struthers who served in four wars as well as during peacetime operations were remembered and honored during Monday morning’s
WORLD WAR I Joseph Byers, Army James Dicicco, Army Fred Groner, Army Earl L. Higley, Army
oddly enough
oddly enough A pup named Potato? 15 were registered in NYC last year NEW YORK Bella and Max
Associated Press
Associated Press NEW YORK Nearly 40,000 striking Verizon employees will return to work Wednesday
Bonino’s goal lifts Penguins in Game 1
Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final is Wednesday night in Pittsburgh.
Iraqi forces push into Fallujah, expect fierce battle
Associated Press CAMP TARIQ, Iraq Elite Iraqi special forces began their push Monday into
Monday, May 30 (74 stories)
Army veteran stresses meaning of Memorial Day at South Side American Legion post
Army veteran stresses meaning of Memorial Day at South Side American Legion post
ODOT announces closing of Interstate 80 on-ramp, bridge over Mahoning
ODOT announces closing of I-80 on-ramp, bridge over Mahoning
Hubbard couple remembers decades with U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
Hubbard couple remembers decades with U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
Struthers Fallen Soldiers Memorial dedicated Monday
Struthers Fallen Soldiers Memorial dedicated Monday
Few Memorial Day airport headaches, most wait times bearable
Few Memorial Day airport headaches, most wait times bearable
Residents brace for more flooding as Texas river crests
Residents brace for more flooding as Texas river crests
Vigil held at Cincinnati Zoo in tribute to slain gorilla
Vigil held at Cincinnati Zoo in tribute to slain gorilla
Mathews has early-entrance exam for 5-year-olds Friday
Mathews has early-entrance exam for 5-year-olds Friday
Living-history museum in Columbus jumps ahead 3 decades after makeover
Living-history museum in Columbus jumps ahead 3 decades after makeover
Mercer County authorities arrest 4 at weekend DUI checkpoint
Mercer County authorities arrest 4 at weekend DUI checkpoint
WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS St. Jude Church, 180 Seventh St., Columbiana, is seeking vendors for its annual craft
NBC's new summer variety show aims to deliver the spice of life
Maya Rudolph and Martin Short deliver laughs
Rangers’ slumping bats come alive vs. Pirates
Prince Fielder and Mitch Moreland had been struggling.
Valley Christian School sends 41 grads out to change the world
The commencement was at Highway Tabernacle Church on Sunday afternoon
142 get diplomas at Struthers High School commencement
One graduate said her goal was to become a veterinarian
Kim, Tillman power Orioles over Indians
Kennedy Catholic grad Nolan Reimold adds solo HR in the ninth for Baltimore.
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Sunday: The Warren JFK graduate opened the final round of
Girard graduates and their families experienced a warm commencement
An afternoon of appreciation at Girard High School’s commencement unified parents in their pride for their forever Girard students.
City school CEO finalists prepared for challenges
The academic distress commission for the schools expects to select a CEO Tuesday
Fitch graduates 418 at Sunday ceremony
The Class of 2016 has 11 valedictorians, 32 students who earned honors diplomas, and collectively were offered $3.5 million in scholarship money.
No fizzle for Truex in Coca-Cola 600
Martin Truex Jr. didn’t avoid ladders or black cats, never worried about cracking mirrors or stepping on cracks.
Stanley Cup droughts about to end for Penguins, Sharks
San Jose will be making its first Stanley Cup Final appearance.
American Rossi wins Indy 500
A new era for the Indianapolis 500 arrived in the form of a most unfamiliar driver
Ursuline High doles out 126 diplomas to graduates
Christopher Metzinger was the second in his family to finish at the top of his graduating class.
Canfield native Keller growing with Northwestern Ohio
Kayley Keller holds school records for most hits in one game (5) and most RBIs in a game (7).
Seeking refuge at airport
Opinion: By Ann McFeatters Tribune News Service SEATTLE Fresh off four very long flights around the
Heed Civil War general’s appeal this Memorial Day
Editorial: On this date in 1868, Gen. John A. Logan, Civil War veteran and commander-in-chief of the Grand
The top-five global concert tours, ranked by average-box-office gross per city. Includes the average
The top-five global concert tours, ranked by average-box-office gross per city. Includes the average
VA reformer’s gaffes prove costly
Opinion: By Martin Schram Tribune News Service For several weeks, I had been reporting for a column that
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oddly enough No ‘likes’ for Salt Lake City complex’s Facebook requirement SALT LAKE CITY
Group’s mission: Reunite Purple Hearts with kin of WWI honorees before April
Associated Press ST. ALBANS, Vt. A group that seeks to reunite lost Purple Hearts with service
Player in 1st women’s pro baseball league dies at age 90 in Mass.
Associated Press BUZZARDS BAY, Mass. A member of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball
Youngstown receives grant for gateways
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The city of Youngstown has received a $100,000 “Our Town” grant from the
Topping-off ceremony Wednesday at Akron Children’s Hospital
Remarks will be given at 11 a.m. at the parking lot next to Building A at the Beeghly campus
birthdays
birthdays Actor Clint Walker (“Cheyenne”) is 89. Actor Keir Dullea (“2001: A Space Odyssey”) is
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Joshua W. Foit, 30, of 1610 Squaw Creek Drive,
SPORTS digest
Kuhn’s RBI double lifts Ohio State past Iowa OMAHA, Neb. Troy Kuhn hit an RBI double in the top
china Finally allowed 2nd child, older parents turn to IVF clinics
Associated Press BEIJING China’s decision to allow all married couples to have two children is
CARDINAL MOONEY
CARDINAL MOONEY Class facts Number of graduates: 127 Class colors: Red and gold Mascot:
Warriors looking to finish epic rally
Associated Press OAKLAND, CALIF. After a record 73 wins and a memorable Game 6 comeback on the
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Western Reserve Port Authority Board of Directors, 8:30 a.m., special meeting to
Trump rallies veterans at annual Rollling Thunder event
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republican Donald Trump told a motorcycle rally Sunday that people
Williams: Locals show grace after tough losses
Character isn’t defined by how well one handles success. Character is revealed by how one reacts to disappointment.
3 face charges of shooting into home
3 face charges of shooting into home ELLWOOD CITY, PA. Officers arrested three men for
On the Links Results of Sunday’s professional golf tournaments
DEAN & DELUCA INVITATIONAL FORT WORTH, TEXAS Jordan Spieth has a win at home in the Lone Star
On area Diamonds Sandlot roundup
Class B Baird Brothers 6, Astro Falcons 4, 8 innings Baird Brothers scored four runs in the top
Gibraltar fears Spain border will close if UK leaves EU
Associated Press MADRID Gibraltar could find its access to the single European market blocked
Judge: Release Trump U. papers
Judge: Release Trump U. papers WASHINGTON A federal judge is ordering the release of Trump
Person arrested for cocaine possession at OVI checkpoint
The Mahoning County OVI Task Force, in collaboration with the Ohio State Highway Patrol, conducted the checkpoint
At least 6 dead, 2 missing in flooding in Texas, Kan.
At least 6 dead, 2 missing after floods in Texas, Kansas AP Photo TXHOU101, TXHOU203, TXHOU102,
Can someone be tried six times? Top court to decide.
The Ohio Supreme Court will decide whether Christopher Anderson can be tried a sixth time for a 2002 homicide.
ohio Treasurer: Kasich killed online spending bill
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s treasurer is accusing the governor of killing a signature bill
Mooney grads plan to carry strong bonds into future
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It might be easy to reflexively say that Haley M.
Plans for new parking meters and a wayfinding system for downtown Youngstown are on hold
But 20 smart parking meters will be installed this summer on Lincoln Avenue
NYC apartment could list for $250 million
Associated Press NEW YORK Billionaires’ Row. That’s what New York real-estate experts have
Transactions
Transactions BASEBALL American League CLEVELAND INDIANS — Sent RHP Carlos Carrasco to Akron
Clinton’s email flap won’t matter
Opinion: By Gary Stein Sun Sentinel Hillary Clinton showed bad judgment by violating email rules. Yes,
YEARS AGO
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Sunday, May 29 (80 stories)
Trump rallies veterans at annual Rolling Thunder gathering
Trump rallies veterans at annual Rolling Thunder gathering
Three men face weapons charges after arrest in Ellwood City
Three men face weapons charges after arrest in Ellwood City
Ohio treasurer alleges governor killed online spending bill
Ohio treasurer alleges governor killed online spending bill
One arrest for cocaine possession at OVI checkpoint
One arrest for cocaine possession at OVI checkpoint
More than 700 feared dead in recent Mediterranean crossings
More than 700 feared dead in recent Mediterranean crossings
GARDEN CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Mahoning will meet at noon in the Kidston Classroom at the Davis Center in Mill Creek
Columbiana Women’s Club to host lunch and learn
Columbiana Women’s Club to host lunch and learn with gardening experts Saturday.
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Missy Pasquale, Ryan Dutton plan to marry
CANFIELD Missy Pasquale and Ryan Dutton, both of New York City, are engaged. Her parents, Mike and
Nicole Burlock, Timothy Spencer are engaged
BOARDMAN John and Christine Burlock of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Emily Frank to be bride of Brandon Rader
BOARDMAN James and Melissa Frank and David and Colleen Rader are announcing the engagement of
Wilson-Lipps wedding date set for July 16
AUSTINTOWN Kalean Wilson of Austintown is announcing her engagement to Bobby Lipps, also of
Rose Shaffer, Jacob Saborse to be married
YOUNGSTOWN The parents of Rose Shaffer and Jacob Saborse, both of Youngstown, are announcing the
Palmas 50th observed with surprise trip
BOARDMAN The children of Matthew and Madlyn Palma of Boardman honored their parents with a
SENIOR CITIZENS
Lowellville Senior Citizens will have its monthly meeting at noon Friday at Lowellville City Hall
Saving GM Lordstown: Workers & managers had an ally in Alli
Former Lordstown plant manager and shop chairman saved the plant in late 1990s.
New Springfield Scout creates new veterans memorial for Eagle Scout project
The Memorial Day ceremony is at about 10 a.m. today
Former Canfield spelling champ launches test tutoring program
Max Lee, 16, is launching a non-profit test preparation organization to help other students.
Ohio group ends drive for ballot issue on pot
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A group eyeing a November ballot issue to legalize
SPORTS DIGEST || Salem man qualifies for senior Olympics
Salem man qualifies for senior Olympics Salem native Randy Strader has qualified for the United
Fitness, health activities set Saturday at Buhl Park
Admission is free for event from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Area running calendar
MAY Monday — 26th annual Memorial Mile will begin at 9:35 a.m. at U.S.224 and state Route 7 in
5th annual Riverfest is Saturday
The event will be from noon to 5 p.m. at the B&O Station, 530 Mahoning Ave., downtown.
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-under 68 to tie for 24th in the Dean and Deluca
Local comic book store diversifies to stay alive
Greg Bartholomew has been in comics and cards for more than 20 years.
New stars reflect on retelling of "Roots"
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK Will history repeat itself with the remake of
Summer concert preview: Paul McCartney to KISS
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com So many concerts, so little time. That, in a nutshell,
Niles McKinley grads take aim at their future
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com WARREN For much of her time in high school, Nicole M. Norman has
Seniors say goodbye to South Range High, ‘hello world’
“It’s about saying goodbye to our world and saying hello to the world,” said Mollie Pierson
JFK grads: Ready to serve
Desire Jefferson, left, takes a selfie with Bobby Jefferson and his grandmother, Faith Harris Jefferson, outside of Packard Music Hall in Warren. Bobby graduated from Warren’s John F. Kennedy Catholic School on Saturday.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Jeremiah and Catherine Gorkos, Youngstown, boy, May 27.
METRO DIGEST || Free meals for kids June to August
Free meals for kids AUSTINTOWN This summer, free meals will be available to all children up to
MILESTONES
MILESTONES DOCTORATE Jerry Hunter, son of Jerry and Doreen Hunter of Boardman, recently earned a
On the courses: Area golf league scores
bedford trails Lady Players — Low gross: Barb Wollitz 39. Low net: Sandy Mussullo 30. Least
MEMORIAL DAY | Events schedule
Memorial Day events as submitted to The Vindicator. Unless otherwise noted, all events are Monday,
Schools prepare for worst with active-shooter drills
Associated Press CARMEL, Ind. “Lockdown, lockdown, lockdown. This is a drill.” With those
SOUTH RANGE HIGH SCHOOL
SOUTH RANGE HIGH SCHOOL Class of 2016 Number of graduates: 111 Class song: “We’re All in
Zoo kills gorilla to protect child
Associated Press CINCINNATI A special zoo response team shot and killed a 17-year-old gorilla
Vet memorials vandalized
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Memorials to veterans in a Los Angeles neighborhood and a town in
Battlefield declared a crime scene
Battlefield declared a crime scene PETERSBURG, Va. Virginia’s National Park Service says a
YEARS AGO
Today is Sunday, May 29, the 150th day of 2016. There are 216 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
sandlots | At Cene Park
Class Little b Landsharks 12, SBA Aces 6 STRUTHERS The Landsharks took control early with 9
Sanders: Clinton’s email situation changed
Bloomberg News (TNS) Months after telling Hillary Clinton that Americans were “sick and tired of
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
MEMORIAL DAY | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
Remember real reason we celebrate Memorial Day
Opinion: Remember real reason we celebrate Memorial Day As our nation com- memorates Memorial Day, many of
2016 Miller Lite GREATEST SCRAMBLE QUALIFIERS
2016 Miller Lite GREATEST SCRAMBLE QUALIFIERS PREVIOUS SCRAMBLES M&M Golf Classic — Qualifiers:
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Four Seasons restaurant relocating NEW YORK A restaurant considered by many to be
Clinton-Trump race frustrates, angers Americans, poll shows
Associated Press ALLENTOWN, Pa. Mary Heintzelman shakes her head in disgust over the
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Sophie Tomko v. Krystin Davis et al, personal injury.
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Associated Press
Associated Press MANSFIELD Four long-lost class rings have been returned to the owners, thanks
Fun in Philly
By KATHY MATHESON Associated Press PHILADELPHIA With classic rowhouse architecture, brick
Will fish oil cause prostate cancer?
Q. I have high triglyceride levels (over 600). My cardiologist wants me to take fish-oil supplements
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v St. John’s Glendi festival, noon-10 p.m.: Greek food, music and
Here’s a question: Are children, by nature, bad?
True story: I sent one of my more-recent books to a radio talk-show host who, in turn, gave it to
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Gathering Place, sponsored by Lord of Life Church, 550 N. Broad St., Canfield, will take place at 11
Toys’ realistic decorations delight many a collector
Collectors like toys with colorful, detailed, often amusing or realistic decorations. Bliss doll
GOP convention Officials tout Cleveland’s preparedness
Associated Press CLEVELAND City officials plan to present an overview of security preparation
Financial crisis in Niles demands true leadership
Editorial: The strategy adopted by Mayor Thomas Scarnecchia of Niles for dealing with city government’s fiscal
Libertarians are hoping to exploit frustrations
Los Angeles Times (TNS) ORLANDO, Fla. Nicholas Sarwark, the chairman of the Libertarian Party,
Trump preys on our fears
Opinion: Here’s a revelation that serves to explain why millions of voters have been drawn to New York City
After hanging up from a two-hour phone call with my cable TV provider, much of it spent waiting for
After hanging up from a two-hour phone call with my cable TV provider, much of it spent waiting for
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Indians rout orioles, Darvish downs pirates
The Cleveland Indians took what was given on Saturday, and the Baltimore Orioles gave them plenty.
Saturday, May 28 (86 stories)
South Range commencement bittersweet goodbye, hello
On Saturday evening, 111 South Range High School seniors proudly walked across a stage in their school gymnasium and accepted a certificate into adulthood – a high school diploma.
Niles grads set sights on pre-med, pre-law after today's commencement
For much of her time in high school, Nicole M. Norman has taken pride in singing in her school’s choir, but now she’s tuning up for a far different chapter in her life: entering the medical field.
Warren JFK's 47 grads looking ahead after today's commencement
A two-week missions trip to Kenya during his freshman year acted as a template for Andrew Rossi to not only excel in school, but to set his sights far beyond achieving good grades and living for the moment.
Marijuana ballot campaign suspended in wake of statehouse action
A group eyeing a November ballot issue to legalize medical marijuana has suspended its signature-gathering efforts, days after lawmakers finalized legislation to create a state-regulated system for providing the drug to patients suffering certain conditions.
DeVito-DePaola engagement is being announced
YOUNGSTOWN Patrick and Kathleen DeVito are announcing the engagement and upcoming marriage of
Danielle Dickson will marry Joel Lariccia
Danielle Dickson of Niles and Joel Lariccia of Struthers are engaged. The couple and their parents
Dr. Molly McLaughlin | Jason Beutel
COLUMBUS Glen Rader officiated at the 6 p.m. April 23 wedding ceremony at Ohio Stadium at Ohio
Danielle Cuba | Eric Flaherty
BOARDMAN Danielle Cuba of Poland and Eric Flaherty of Struthers were married April 16 at Good Hope
Jaclyn Elias | Thomas Senich
BOARDMAN The wedding of Jaclyn Sarah Elias of Canfield and Thomas Julian Senich of Hubbard took
Poland earns second straight trip to state
Poland survived some early struggles and eventually beat Chagrin Falls, 13-3.
Yost blasts Niles mayor for rejecting fiscal advice
By Jordan Cohen news@vindy.com NILES State Auditor Dave Yost blasted the Mayor Thomas
Raiders’ Bercheni finishes state quest with personal bests
Winning the 300 in 43.23 was obviously the highlight of her day.
Timely hits elude Blue Devils in season-ending defeat
Western Reserve falls to Cuyahoga Heights 6-5 in a regional final.
MetroParks severance agreements finalized
Novotny was required to submit a thank-you letter to Young and the park board. All the agreements included nondisclosure, nondisparagement clauses.
Springfield sister act gets to state
Fourth place in regionals is good enough for state and for a number of area teams, four was the magic number at the Division III regional meet.
Youngstown ceremony honors 26 officers who died in line of duty
Twenty-six officers have died in the line of duty in Mahoning County
Irish duo’s state tennis run ends with defeat
Luke Tsudis and Austin Arfaras lost in the first round Saturday.
Ryan, Brown sponsor bill to aid babies in withdrawal
The bipartisan bill doesn’t cost additional money.
FRIDAY ON THE LINKS
FRIDAY ON THE LINKS More professional golf results DEAN & DELUCA INVITATIONAL FORT WORTH,
Butler to show works by Bennett
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An art exhibition by Tony Bennett and Charles Reid will open at the
EQUAL TIME on TV? The viewership-boosting Trump dominates the media
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK During the height of the primary season, a sense
George Clinton coming to Stambaugh Auditorium
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN George Clinton and Parliament-Funkadelic will come to Stambaugh
Ohio lawmakers make it easier to resolve public-records complaints
The entire process could take about 45 days, and either party could appeal the outcome.
Ohio Senate OKs plan to clear YMHA tax liability
Legislators voted to lift a $1.9 million real-estate tax, penalty and interest burden from YMHA.
Bittersweet graduation for 179 East High seniors
The East graduates said they’re happy about the future, but they’ll miss their friends and teachers
METRO DIGEST || New Waterford teen killed in crash
Teen killed in crash UNITY The Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Lisbon Post said alcohol and speed
Three arrested for obstruction in two separate incidents
By JOE GORMAN jgorman@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Joseph Boyd of Youngstown was arraigned Friday in
Speaker: Chaney grads possess 'Youngstown advantage'
Dayshawn Mims talks with his grandmother, Theresa Mims, as she adjusts a flower on his graduation gown at Chaney's commencement ceremony Friday night. Many of the 42 grads plan to pursue STEM studies in college.
Putting free speech out to pasture
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Hard experience teaches that biotech companies, chemical
faith Q&A
The Kansas City Star (TNS) Q. What is your bucket list for Christian believers? A. My suggested
“But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to
“But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse
vacation bible school
vacation bible school Sessions at Valley churches Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the
Indy 500’s 100th running set for Sunday
This centennial running has turned a special event into a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Larson looking for first win at Charlotte
Kyle Larson believes he’s on the verge of kicking in the door and getting his first NASCAR Sprint Cup win.
Penguins, Sharks have speed to burn in Stanley Cup Final
It will be speed vs. speed in the Stanley Cup final between the San Jose Sharks and Pittsburgh Penguins.
Carry yourself in the way of the Lord
In the New American Standard Bible, the fourth chapter of Ephesians is titled “Unity of the
oddly enough
oddly enough ‘Full House’ property for sale if new family can swing $4M SAN FRANCISCO The San
years ago
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2015 FINAL STANDINGS
2015 FINAL STANDINGS Astro Falcons 23-4 Creekside Fitness 23-4 Roth Brothers 17-10 Ohio
Just the way I like it
If this isn’t the weekend you get your lures wet, then there’s no helping you. The early promise
EMOTIONAL LIFT
By Erika I. Ritchie Orange County Register (TNS) MISSION VIEJO, Calif. Alvin Butcher put on
Sore wrist forces Nadal from French Open
For a decade, Rafael Nadal ruled Roland Garros the way no other man has dominated any Grand Slam site.
Pastor anniversary
Pastor anniversary YOUNGSTOWN A first anniversary celebration for Pastor Ed Arrington at
Cavs finish off Raptors to reach Finals
LeBron James scored 33 points and Kevin Love had 20 points and 12 rebounds.
SPORTS digest
Muransky Bass Classic scheduled for June 4 The 17th annual Muransky Companies Bass Classic, hosted
Cene Park to host 28 Class B teams across three flights
The Class B season gets under way today with 10 teams in its 18-U division ready to kick-off play at Bob Cene Park.
NOTICES
NOTICES BASEBALL Youngstown Class B League — will host a college-pro scout showcase for high
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate’s second round in the Dean
MEMORIAL DAY | Events schedule
Memorial Day events as submitted to The Vindicator. Unless otherwise noted, all events are Monday,
GM recalls 2.2M cars in China
Associated Press BEIJING General Motors Co.’s main Chinese joint venture is recalling 2.2
BUSINESS DIGEST || Downtown Youngstown Partnership starts up
Youngstown group starts up YOUNGSTOWN The Downtown Youngstown Partnership is a community-based
MEMORIAL DAY | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
Trap shooting
Trap shooting The Portage Summit Field and Stream Club, 8504 state Route 224, Deerfield Township,
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Anthony and Bianca Ross, Youngstown, boy, May 26. Dawn
Time to raise tobacco tax?
Opinion: Parkersburg [W.Va.] News and Sentinel: Lawmakers in Charleston are working to hash out a state
I’m often asked why I love birds. The answer is simple: They please my eyes, ears and brain.
I’m often asked why I love birds. The answer is simple: They please my eyes, ears and brain. Even
Schools concerned over lead risk could get financial help from state
Associated Press COLUMBUS A new grant program that would provide $12 million to replace lead-
Obama visits Hiroshima, pushes nuclear agenda
Associated Press HIROSHIMA, Japan With an unflinching look back at a painful history, President
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Judge orders Depp to stay away from his estranged wife LOS ANGELES A judge ordered
8 automakers recalling more than 12M vehicles
Associated Press DETROIT Eight automakers are recalling more than 12 million vehicles in the
At least 1 dead, 3 missing in Texas flooding
Associated Press BRENHAM, Texas At least one person has died in Texas and three are missing
POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
St. E’s behavioral health clinic is Tuesday
The BHI Outpatient Clinic is on the seventh floor of St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital
Economy showing signs of life after slow start
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. economy is showing signs of more life after a less-than-
NC police department won’t send officers to RNC, citing concerns
Associated Press CLEVELAND A North Carolina police department has rescinded its offer to send 50
WWII-era plane crashes in Hudson River; body found
WWII-era plane crashes in Hudson River; body found NEW YORK A small World War II vintage plane
Bridge collapse survivor linked to IS
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS Mohamed Roble was weeks shy of his 11th birthday when the school
Sunday news shows
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Paul Manafort, adviser to
Iraqis prepare for long fight
Associated Press BAGHDAD Five days into an Iraqi military operation to push Islamic State
State grants variance request for Cincinnati abortion clinic
Associated Press COLUMBUS A Cincinnati abortion clinic can legally continue operating despite
WHO urged to move or postpone Olympics
Associated Press LONDON Health experts on Friday urged the World Health Organization to consider
New details on killings of relatives in Piketon
Associated Press PIKETON Death certificates have been filed that indicate seven of the eight
New contract reached for West Branch teachers
New West Branch teachers’ contract runs through June 2018
Ohioan witnessed horrors of HolocaustSFlb
Opinion: COLUMBUS If anybody ever tries to tell you that the Holocaust didn’t happen – that the systematic
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Donnie Iris and the Cruisers, 5:30 p.m.: King Cool will headline
Sgt. Bergdahl may get Trump-ed
Opinion: By John M. CRISP Tribune News Service What seemed impossible only a few months ago now seems at
Shows returning – and some that are not
You have questions. I have some answers. Q. Do you know if the TV series “Legends” with Sean Bean
‘Never Hillary’
Associated Press WASHINGTON Donald Trump’s best ally in winning over skeptical Republicans is
Much more work remains to protect drinking water
Editorial: The Ohio General Assembly acted responsibly and speedily this week in unanimously adopting
Air travelers get break from long security lines
Associated Press ATLANTA Travelers who were dreading long airport security lines ahead of the
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Cavaliers clinch return to NBA Finals
LeBron James scores 33, Cavaliers reach second straight NBA Finals.
State auditor blasts Niles mayor, officials for ignoring fiscal advice
State Auditor Dave Yost blasted the Mayor Thomas Scarnecchia administration Friday for not going along with fiscal supervisors’ proposals for getting Niles out from under fiscal emergency.
Mill Creek finalizes severance agreements with nondisparagement clauses
Mill Creek MetroParks recently finalized agreements with the last of the former park employees who had held off on signing severance or transfer agreements after a staff restructuring implemented in February eliminated 13 positions.
East High grads credit teachers going extra mile to push them toward their dreams
They have aspirations of careers in medicine, manufacturing and education with plans beginning next year in college, trade school or the military.
'As we achieve, we create a better world,' Chaney speaker tells fellow grads
Ambitious college and career plans abound among this year’s Chaney Campus graduates, with a strong emphasis on science, technology and engineering.
OVI checkpoint under way near Austintown racino
A federally funded operating a vehicle impaired (OVI) checkpoint is beginning now and will run for four hours until 2:30 a.m.
4 disabled Valley residents vy for accessible vehicle, equipment to make life easier
Kim McGann and her daughter, Mindy, face their challenges by relying on each other.
Measure to forgive YMHA's Rockford Village bac-tax debt approved by Ohio Senate
State Rep. Michele Lepore-Hagan of Youngstown, D-58th, announced that her plan that allows the Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority to correct an old real-estate tax liability issue cleared the Ohio Senate and is headed to the governor’s desk to be signed into law.
26 fallen Mahoning County officers honored today at annual ceremony
William Freed died in the line of duty as a Youngstown police officer in May 1891.
3 apply for controversial Niles treasurer post
Despite being a low-paying, part-time position during a stressful time of fiscal emergency, the post of Niles treasurer has attracted three applicants who will vie for the job when the Democratic Precinct Committee decides June 8.
Mill Creek road closings Saturday for YMCA 5-mile run
The following Mill Creek Park roads will be closed to motor vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians from about 7 a.m. until about 11 a.m. Saturday for the YMCA Memorial Five Mile Run: Price Road and East and West Glacier and Memorial Hill drives.
New Waterford teen dies in auto accident in Unity Township
New Waterford teen dies in auto accident in Unity Township
9-time champion Nadal out of French Open with injured wrist
9-time champion Nadal out of French Open with injured wrist
George Clinton coming to Stambaugh Auditorium in August
George Clinton coming to Stambaugh Auditorium in August
Police: Ohio mom trapped with kids had set fire to frame husband
Police: Ohio mom trapped with kids had set fire to frame husband
US economic growth in Q1 revised up to 0.8 percent rate
US economic growth in Q1 revised up to 0.8 percent rate
National Spelling Bee ends in its unlikeliest tie to date
National Spelling Bee ends in its unlikeliest tie to date
EHS Class of 2016 has commencement at Stambaugh Auditorium
EHS Class of 2016 has commencement at Stambaugh Auditorium
96-year-old Heimlich uses namesake maneuver on choking woman
96-year-old Heimlich uses namesake maneuver on choking woman
Grief camp for kids set for June 16, 17, 18
Grief camp for kids set for June 16, 17, 18 YOUNGSTOWN “Stepping Stones to a Better Tommorow,” a
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will meet at 11:30 a.m.
Exteriors of 6 Columbus high schools vandalized, police say
Exteriors of 6 Columbus high schools vandalized, police say
In Hiroshima, Obama honors 'silent cry' of bombing victims
In Hiroshima, Obama honors 'silent cry' of bombing victims
Potent Poland lineup too much for NDCL; Chagrin Falls is next
After Poland got its first hit, it was apparent the Bulldogs were going to have a big day at the plate.
Memorial Weekend kicks off the summer in the Valley
Businesses will be busy and highways will be packed.
Harden, Hill chase regional titles at Fitch
It was a good day on the track for Collin Harden of Girard in the Division II regional Thursday.
Youngstown commission will pick schools CEO from 2 finalists
The Youngstown City Schools Academic Distress Commission expects to select CEO Tuesday
No Youngstown school board policy limiting members’ comments
One board member walked out of this week’s meeting after the disagreement
Wily Wyatt: Devils’ Larimer sharp in win
While there was hardly a cloud in the sky, Western Reserve pitcher Wyatt Larimer was a “perfect storm.”
More than half Youngstown graduates earn first Y-STAR scholarships
Y-STAR are last-dollar scholarships to fill the gap between financial aid and other college costs including fees
Close call at home goes against Lakeview in Akron
The Bulldogs lost 1-0 after a controversial call and two ensuing conferences.
State funding will repurpose YARS cargo building
The facility will be used mainly for loading and discharging cargo and troops.
"Alice Through the Looking Glass" doesn't heed the source
“Alice,” like its predecessor, owes very little to Lewis Carroll.
Awards honor restoration of historic buildings
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Historical Society has announced the winners of the
Summer Festival of Arts at YSU seeks volunteers
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The 18th annual Summer Festival of the Arts, scheduled for July 9 and 10
Ursuline freshmen set for state tournament debut today
Austin Arfaras and Luke Tsudis are the Valley’s last tennis player standing.
SPORTS digest
Neu places eighth in NCAA prelims JACKSONVILLE, FLA. Youngstown State hammer thrower Connor Neu
16 miles of road paving scheduled in Mahoning County
The Mahoning County commissioners approved advertising for bids for about 16 miles of road paving.
Memorial fundraiser planned in honor of Boardman overdose victim
Funds will help others get treatment for addiction
Judge, six Valley lawyers memorialized
Judge James C. Evans and six lawyers were remembered at a courthouse memorial service.
Campbell grads share desire to reach out and help others
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com CAMPBELL High academic achievements and proud accomplishments
178 receive diplomas during Hubbard commencement at Stambaugh
“This is your celebration ... your day,” Raymond W. Soloman, superintendent of Hubbard School District, said in welcoming Hubbard High School’s 2016 graduates to their commencement ceremony Thursday at Stambaugh Auditorium.
Speaker says Liberty grads face record number of choices
Posing for a photo before entering Edward W. Powers Auditorium Thursday night for Liberty High School’s commencement ceremony are, from left, Shicole Cornwell, J’Niah Davis, Keierra Davis and Khyri Davis.
oddly enough
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Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.51-0.09 Aqua America, .71
Miss Mincher, Mr. Evans set to marry June 4
The parents of Breanne Mincher and Matthew Evans, both of New Middletown, are announcing the
MEMORIAL DAY What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
Free meal/ surplus food
Free meal/ surplus food Food 4 Your Soul, 2642 Glenwood Ave., formerly Mr. Paul’s Bakery,
BUSINESS DIGEST || Wine mixer set for Tuesday
Wine mixer set YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Young Professionals will have a Wine and Wealth
DeWine inadvertently reveals run for governor
Associated Press COLUMBUS Mike DeWine, the state attorney general and a former U.S. senator,
METRO DIGEST || Sentencing for dog beating June 16
Dog beating GIRARD The case of a man accused of beating his dog is set for sentencing at 11:30
MEMORIAL DAY | Events schedule
Memorial Day events as submitted to The Vindicator. Unless otherwise noted, all events are Monday,
birthdays
birthdays Actress Lee Meriwether is 81. Musician Ramsey Lewis is 81. Actor Louis Gossett Jr. is
Trump sews up delegates to seal GOP nomination
Associated Press BISMARCK, N.D. Triumphantly armed with a majority of his party’s delegates,
Sciortino’s sentence for personal use of county’s computers fitting
Opinion: There are some people in the Mahoning Valley who believe a judge was too harsh when she sentenced
China: US hampers trade by imposing steel duties
Associated Press BEIJING China accused the United States on Thursday of hampering trade after
Is there a better system?
Opinion: The frustration of many voters over the way presidential candidates are selected has come to a head
Distinction, perseverance paint Valley’s Class of ’16
Editorial: Hail to the thousands of college students and high school seniors in the Mahoning Valley who are
Love rebounds in a major way as Cavs take control
Kevin Love scored 25 points in just three quarters of Game 5.
Ursuline celebrates Hispanic culture
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Ursuline High School hosted its second annual
Redeemer Lutheran Church welcomes new pastor
Redeemer Lutheran Church in Austintown installed its new pastor, Rev. David Schinbeckler, at a
Austintown Community Briefs
Austintown food service department announces summer food program The Austintown Local School
Lauren Rider, Keith Karas to wed Aug. 19
Jack and Jeanne Rider of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Lauren Rider of
Miss Barwick, Mr. Raubenstraw to wed Sept. 10
Betty Barwick of Austintown, the bride’s mother, is announcing the engagement of her daughter, Linda
Austintown Sports Briefs
Seventh- and eighth-grade volleyball camp Volleyball camp will be from June 29 until July 1 for
Rachael Kennedy, Bryan Visingardi set to marry
Richard and Michele Kennedy and Nicholas and Karen Visingardi are announcing the engagement of their
Children grow a ‘lichen’ to moss pets
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Fellows Riverside Garden hosted its monthly
Tiffany Conner, Matthew Balco to be married
Robert and Barbara Conner of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Tiffany
Boardman Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants spring sports news Spring sports has begun and Neighbors wants to be there every
Mother’s Day gift to brighten the heart
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Poland library hosted a special Mother’s Day
Poland Sports Briefs
Poland defeats Ursuline The Poland Seminary Boys baseball team defeated Ursuline on May 19 with
POLICE BLOTTER
April 30 Disorderly conduct: Michael Decola, 34, of Stocker Ave., Youngstown, was arrested on a
Haus Auto captures bowling title
On the occasion of its 54th annual banquet and golf outing hosted May 14 at the Valley Golf Club in
Students explore science experiments
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Poland North Preschool hosted a Science Day on
POLICE BLOTTER
May 2 Drug offense: Shanelle Clinkscale, 32, of Monterey Avenue, Youngstown, was issued a summons
Carpenter commits to College of Wooster
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield High School senior golfer Kaci Carpenter signed a
Canfield Sports Briefs
Annual camp to be hosted June 22-24 The Canfield boys basketball coaching staff is ready to host
CHS seniors participate in 36th annual Civic Day
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The 36th annual Civic Day, sponsored by the Rotary Club of
Canfield Memorial Day services
The 95th annual Canfield Memorial Day Services will be hosted on May 30, beginning at 10 a.m. at the
Former Canfield High School graduate sponsored for mission trip
Ashley Haley, a Canfield High School graduate of the class of 2013, is being sponsored by United
19 escape cave in neck-deep water
Associated Press HORSE CAVE, Ky. Flash flooding threatened to trap a group of college students
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v St. John’s Glendi festival, 4-10 p.m.: Greek food, music and dance
Cops: Man with drugs tells officer he is a ‘party pooper’
One of two men with drug records arrested Wednesday
Sing into the Spring season
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown Fitch High School hosted the Sounds of
More than 4,000 migrants rescued at sea in single day
Associated Press ROME More than 4,000 would-be refugees were rescued at sea Thursday in one of
G7 vow action on lagging growth
Associated Press ISE, Japan The leaders of the Group of Seven advanced economies pledged today
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury Thursday indicted these people on these charges: Jessica L. Eckenrod,
Baylor fires Briles, demotes president in wake of scandal.
The Bears went 65-37 in eight seasons under Briles and won two Big 12 titles.
Winfrey drama explores church
Associated Press WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. Oprah Winfrey’s latest project as both producer and
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a one-under par 69
Baby boutique benefits families
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Boardman Park hosted the 12th biannual Baby
Rookie Rust golden for Pens in finale
Bryan Rust scored a pair of second-period goals and Matt Murray stopped 16 shots.
CPR instruction
CPR instruction COLUMBUS Schools soon could be required to provide CPR instruction to students
The Lost Crate found a new home
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Lost Crate opened its doors for the first
Tedrow-Fekety engagement is announced
Kenile Tedrow and Joe Fekety, both of Youngstown, are engaged; their parents are announcing the
Many opt to take Social Security before retirement
Associated Press CHICAGO Taking Social Security benefits early comes with a price, yet more than
4 aviators suffer minor injuries in 2-jet crash
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. Two Navy jet fighters crashed off the coast of North Carolina
Baby boutique benefits families
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Boardman Park hosted the 12th biannual Baby
Boardman boys track team sends athletes to regionals
The Boardman boys track team will send eight athletes to the 2016 OHSAA Regional Championship after
Memorial Day Parade and Ceremonies
The 44th annual Memorial Day Parade and Ceremonies will be hosted by Poland Township on May 30.
CHC celebrates school nutrition super heroes
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at C.H. Campbell Elementary School had the
Poland Community Briefs
Area students named to Dean’s List Molly MacFarland, Erin Tamulonis, Nicholas Tkacik and Devan
Canfield Community Briefs
Area students named to Dean’s List Molly Brown, Olivia DeMartino, Andrea Edwards, Alaina Fuller,
Boardman Community Briefs
Area students named to Dean’s List Sarah Gonda, Nathan Knaus, Nicholas Mancini, Aaron Skeens,
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73 Campbell grads look to their futures after tonight's commencement
High academic achievements and proud accomplishments are two main high-school highlights Courtney Michaels, Nomiki Tsagaris and Kalliope Zembillas share, but suffice it to say they will continue to have one thing in common long after they put away their caps and gowns: the desire to reach out and help others.
Hubbard graduates 178 at Stambaugh Auditorium in Youngstown
“This is your celebration ... your day,” Raymond W. Soloman, superintendent of Hubbard School District, said in welcoming Hubbard High School’s 2016 graduates to their commencement ceremony Thursday at Stambaugh Auditorium.
Single moms among 285 Harding seniors graduated Thursday night
Even for the best of students, high school years can be tough.
Kimble's claim to prevent discussion wrong, Youngstown board member learns
Contrary to what the city school board president told a fellow member, there is no specific city school board policy that limits what board members can discuss during regular meetings.
Air base building will be boon to Valley, lawmaker says
A largely dormant cargo building at the Youngstown Air Reserve Station is on the cusp of being repurposed for a variety of uses, and promises to be an economic boon to the Mahoning Valley, several area lawmakers contend.
'You can't go to the Internet to build character,' speaker tells Liberty grads tonight
Diana DeVito, Liberty Board of Education member and 1971 alumna, told the class of 2016 they faced more choices than any generation in history.
Boardman roads emphasized in Mahoning County's paving program this year
Mahoning County commissioners voted Thursday to advertise for bids for repaving about 16 miles of county roads using Ohio Public Works Commission grant monies and local funds from license plate fees and fuel taxes.
Poland, Western Reserve baseball teams win
The Bulldogs and Blue Devils won Thursday and will play Friday in regional finals.
Commission has two finalists for Youngstown schools CEO job
Commission has two finalists for Youngstown schools CEO job
Soldiers placing 230,000 US flags at Arlington Cemetery
Soldiers placing 230,000 US flags at Arlington Cemetery
Trump uses energy speech to outline general election pitch
Trump uses energy speech to outline general election pitch
Clinic for female veterans is set for Saturday in Boardman
Clinic for female veterans is set for Saturday in Boardman
Mahoning commissioners vote to replace county jail water heaters, boilers
Mahoning commissioners vote to replace county jail water heaters, boilers
East Liverpool woman indicted on 35 voter-fraud charges
East Liverpool woman indicted on 35 voter-fraud charges
Mahoning commissioners cancel special Friday meeting
Mahoning commissioners cancel special Friday meeting
Ginsburg: Having only 8 justices hamstrings Supreme Court
Ginsburg: Having only 8 justices hamstrings Supreme Court
Candyland to earn funds for Relay for Life
Candyland to earn funds for Relay for Life EAST PALESTINE East Palestine Rotary Roadrunners are
Ohio lawmakers OK medical-pot bill
The outcome was historic, marking a change in Republican-controlled chambers that have long opposed marijuana legalization efforts. It was also was a preemptive attempt to thwart a separate ballot issue for which Ohioans for Medical Marijuana continues to collect signatures for the November election.
Big first inning critical as South Range tops Champion
In their wildest dreams, South Range softball players could not envision scoring five runs in their first at-bat against the defending state champions.
Legislation mandates quicker public notice of lead contamination in drinking water
Legislation mandates quicker public notice of lead contamination in drinking water
Twenty-three belts were won in the K.O. Drugs finals
Canfield’s Nate Cordova moved to 2-0 as he earned a unanimous decision over Bryce Jones of Girard for the junior welterweight belt.
State auditors say Niles administrators aren't listening to their advice
State auditors: Administration isn’t listening to us
Lucas, Hallof dominate D-I regional at Fitch
Boardman’s Brendon Lucas won the 400 and Canfield’s Andrew Hallof won the discus.
SPORTS DIGEST || YSU volleyball to host 10-day July camp
Youngstown State volleyball head coach Mark Hardaway is hosting individual and team camps during a 10-day stretch in July.
Plaques pay tribute to veterans from 20 US wars, conflicts
Boy Scout George Conrad IV landscaped the project area as his Eagle Scout project
Rocky Ridge Neighborhood group, YNDC show off renovated house
The two-story, three-bedroom, colonial-style home has new windows, furnace and hot water tank.
Shaky defense spells doom for Bristol in D-IV
The Panthers fell to Jeromesville Hillsdale, 3-0, in a regional semifinal.
The solution to the monarch butterfly’s disappearance GOT milkweed?
By Sara Scudier OSU Extension master gardener volunteer During spring and summer, monarchs breed
‘X-Men: Apocalypse’
‘X-Men: Apocalypse’ Grade: B Credits: Directed by Bryan Singer Rating: PG-13 for sequences of
‘X-Men’ delivers superhero satisfaction
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer It’s a bit of bad timing for “X-Men: Apocalypse” coming
James, Love and a dose of tenacious ‘D’ power Cleveland
LeBron James scored 23 points then grabbed a seat, Kevin Love scored 25, and the Cleveland Cavaliers unleashed tenacious defense.
Dog dies in backyard of Austintown home
An Austintown dog died Tuesday after being left outside for too long
YSU partnership with Taiwanese university renewed
The partnership between YSU and the Taiwan university aims to create more opportunities for study abroad
Justice for Cody to unveil cruisers emblazoned with Crime Stoppers tip line
The murder of Cody Pitts, 26, remains unsolved.
Postal worker celebrated for 50 years of federal service
Cecil Thomas recognized for 50 years of service
Underage porn cases net prison time
Two defendants who pleaded guilty in porn cases were sent to prison by two different judges Wednesday.
Speller knocked out of Bee
The Jackson-Milton Middle School eighth-grader misspelled “ceraceous” at national Bee
Cafaro Co. to become Niles-based come next week
Anthony Cafaro Sr., former president of the Cafaro Co., shows off the new corporate headquarters at the Eastwood Mall Complex in Niles. The 50,000-square-foot facility was built to be a pleasant environment for employees, and to attract the best of the best with amenities such as a fitness center and easy access to shops and banks.
RACING roundup
NASCAR SPRINT CUP COCA COLA 600 Site: Charlotte, N.C. Schedule: Today, practice (FS1, 2 p.m.),
Toxic commencement speeches
Opinion: This is the season of college commencement speeches – an art form that has seldom been memorable,
birthdays
birthdays Drummer Garry Peterson of The Guess Who is 71. Singer Stevie Nicks is 68. Actor Philip
Groups say GOP protest area could foster clashes
Associated Press CLEVELAND Organizers for two groups on opposite ends of the political spectrum
NBA Playoffs
NBA Playoffs Game 5 EASTERN CONFERENCE FINALS CAVALIERS116 RAPTORS78 Cleveland leads series,
NIGHTLIFE
American Legion 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-56300 Fri: Johnny Cee and the Highway
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Trump protests rowdy, not violent outside rally site
Associated Press ANAHEIM, Calif. A day after violent protesters outside a Donald Trump rally
Selected local stocks
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11 states sue over transgender decree
Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas Texas and 10 other states are suing the Obama administration over
“Red Nose Day Special” (9 p.m., NBC): Host Craig Ferguson and a huge roster of
“Red Nose Day Special” (9 p.m., NBC): Host Craig Ferguson and a huge roster of Hollywood stars
Most US households doing better financially
Associated Press WASHINGTON Most American households say their finances have strengthened
Downtown street party moves to a new, and better, location
This is our Summer Fun issue, an exhaustive list of fairs, festivals, concerts in the park and other
zika virus Researchers homing in on risk of birth defects
Associated Press NEW YORK As the international epidemic of Zika virus disease has unfolded and
Billions being spent to run obsolete computer systems in US government
Associated Press WASHINGTON The government is squandering its technology budget maintaining
Obama is key to unity
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service There are two versions of President Barack Obama: one who
G-7 in sync with agenda of Japan’s premier Abe
Associated Press ISE, Japan Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and fellow leaders of the Group
US probes Alibaba’s accounting practices
US probes Alibaba’s accounting practices WASHINGTON Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba wowed
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Alice Through the Looking Glass (PG) Cinema South: Fri.-Th. (11, 1:50) 4:40,
Why the venom hurled at Clinton?
Opinion: By Jack Ohman The Sacramento Bee In this year of political rage, one aspect that baffles me
Ford recalls 271K pickups to fix leak
Associated Press DETROIT Ford is recalling some of its top-selling vehicles in the U.S. to fix
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Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Canfield Township trustees, 9:30 a.m., special session to discuss the purchase of
Navarros’ $1 million gift to Youngstown State isn’t simply about the money
Editorial: It’s not surprising that Flor “Shorty” and Elba Lillian Navarro want some of the $1 million they’ve
Invasive Canada thistle can overtake garden
Q. I have these terrible weeds with “pinchers” on them in my flower beds. How do I get rid of them
Time to eat the rhubarb!
Time to eat the rhubarb! This perennial addition to the vegetable garden can make for an early
Inspector’s audit: Clinton email use broke federal rule
Associated Press WASHINGTON Hillary Clinton and her team ignored clear guidance from the State
TSA chief: 768 screeners to be added at airports
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Transportation Security Administration will add 768 new
Mosquito & zika worries?
Mosquito & zika worries? Learn to fight the bite and know what to do when traveling out of the
oddly enough
oddly enough LA County girl, 13, freed after getting stuck in chimney SANTA CLARITA, Calif.
Urban Farm Plant Sale
Urban Farm Plant Sale When: Saturdays through June 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. What: Plants are
MEMORIAL DAY | Events schedule
Memorial Day events as submitted to The Vindicator. Unless otherwise noted, all events are Monday,
Man is shot in leg
Man is shot in leg WARREN Police are investigating after a 37-year-old man was found shot in the
Kluber, Indians shut down ChiSox
Corey Kluber still is considered an ace in the Cleveland Indians’ clubhouse.
Kerr: Warriors down, but can shift momentum
Steve Kerr gave his Golden State players a much-needed mental day off with time to rest their weary bodies.
METRO DIGEST || Increased penalties animal cruelty
Penalty for hurting pets COLUMBUS The Ohio Senate OK’d legislation Wednesday upping criminal
Pirates rally past Diamondbacks
David Freese hit a long two-run home run to cap a four-run fifth inning.
Airport name to honor John Glenn
Airport name to honor John Glenn COLUMBUS Astronaut John Glenn is getting an airport named in
MEMORIAL DAY
MEMORIAL DAY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Johnny Depp’s wife files for divorce LOS ANGELES Johnny Depp’s wife has filed for
Wednesday, May 25 (110 stories)
Ohio Senate approves medical marijuana bill tonight
Ohioans are a few steps closer to being allowed to use marijuana for medicinal purposes, under legislation finalized by state lawmakers Wednesday.
Nles fiscal commission complains publicly they're being ignored
For the first time since their appointment by the state auditor more than 18 months ago, the city’s financial supervisors have complained publicly that their solutions for getting Niles out of fiscal emergency are falling on deaf ears
Boardman postal worker marks 50 years on the job
Friends and co-workers helped to celebrate the 50 years of service Cecil Thomas has given to the postal service and the military.
Youngstown American Legion to honor vets of all wars with plaque project
American Legion Road of Remembrance Post 472 is living up to its name.
Competition stiff, says Vindicator speller, eliminated in 1st round of national Bee
Competition is stiff at the Scripps National Spelling Bee, and Jackson-Milton Middle School’s Ryan Staton was among those knocked out by the first spelling word.
Allen brothers get 15 and 20 years in 2014 murder of Maurise Kerns
The stepfather of a man gunned down two years ago at a vacant South Side home said during sentencing Wednesday the shooting happened because of a conflict at a party.
In Cheryl Vanatsky's class, each preschool grad made great strikdes
Their robes were a little big, and the cap kept slipping over one’s girl’s eyes, but three William Holmes McGuffey Elementary preschoolers were all smiles as they accepted their diplomas.
Ohio Senate approves increased penalties for animal cruelty
The Ohio Senate OK’d legislation Wednesday upping criminal penalties against those who seriously hurt pet dogs and cats.
Legislation mandates quicker public notice of lead contamination in drinking water
Legislation mandates quicker public notice of lead contamination in drinking water
Ohio would be required to evaluate results of closing centers housing disabled residents
Ohio would be required to evaluate results of closing centers housing disabled residents
Justice for Cody to unveil cruisers emblazoned with Crime Stoppers tip line
Justice for Cody to unveil cruisers emblazoned with Crime Stoppers tip line
2-car accident closes one lane of I-680 in Austintown
2-car accident closes one lane of I-680 in Austintown
I-80 westbound ramp to state Route 11 southbound in Austintown reopens early Thursday
I-80 westbound ramp to state Route 11 in Austintown opens early Thursday
Beloit man gets 2-year prison term on porn charge involving a minor
Beloit man gets 2-year prison term on porn charge involving a minor
Liberty police probe robbery at Walmart parking lot
Liberty police probe robbery at Walmart parking lot
11 states sue over Obama's school transgender directive
11 states sue over Obama's school transgender directive
Grave decoration at Poland Riverside Cemetery is Saturday
Grave decoration at Poland Riverside Cemetery is Saturday
Obama, Abe heed politics of contrition on Hiroshima visit
Obama, Abe heed politics of contrition on Hiroshima visit
NY tampon tax to get the ax with governor set to sign
New York tampon tax to get the ax with governor set to sign
Aide to US Sen. Schumer of New York arrested on drug charges
Aide to US Sen. Schumer of New York arrested on drug charges
Puerto Rico clears first hurdle with committee vote
Puerto Rico clears first hurdle with committee vote
YSU renews partnership with Lunghwa University in Taipei, Taiwan
YSU renews partnership with Lunghwa University in Taipei, Taiwan
Second background check no longer necessary for Ohioans with valid concealed-carry license
Second background check no longer necessary for Ohioans with valid concealed-carry license
Judge denies motion for new Gawker-Hulk Hogan trial
Judge denies motion for new Gawker-Hulk Hogan trial
Campbell City Schools dedicates bench in memory of teacher
Campbell City Schools dedicates bench in memory of teacher
Ohio lawmakers target prison watchdog panel before break
Ohio lawmakers target prison watchdog panel before break
Vindicator grand champion speller is out at Scripps National Spelling Bee
Vindicator grand champion speller is out at Scripps National Spelling Bee
TSA chief: Help is on the way to address long airport lines
TSA chief: Help is on the way to address long airport lines
Cleveland sets route for protest marches at RNC convention
Cleveland sets route for protest marches at RNC convention
Youngstown man arrested in Boardman on shoplifting, drug-paraphernalia charges
Youngstown man arrested in Boardman on shoplifting, drug-paraphernalia charges
Niles American Legion post installs Memorial Day flags at city cemetery
Niles American Legion post installs Memorial Day flags at city cemetery
Female CEOs see pay rise, but numbers remain small
Female CEOs see pay rise, but numbers remain small
Allen brothers get long prison terms for 2014 murder
Allen brothers get long prison terms for 2014 murder
Ex-Ohio teacher admits to lesser charges in sex case, avoids jail
Ex-Ohio teacher admits to lesser charges in sex case, avoids jail
The bicycles will benefit children that finish United Way's Success After Six program.
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Out-Spokin’ Wheelmen, a Youngstown area recreational cycling club,
Boardman Center Middle School Art in the Park event is Thursday
Boardman Center Middle School Art in the Park event is Thursday
Youngstown man sentenced to 9 years in prison on child-porn charges
Youngstown man sentenced to 9 years in prison on child-porn charges
Anti-Trump protests turn violent outside New Mexico rally
Anti-Trump protests turn violent outside New Mexico rally
Pennsylvania county jail kept inmate 17 months too long
Pennsylvania county jail kept inmate 17 months too long
Warren police investigating early morning shooting
Warren police investigating early morning shooting
Fire marshal: cause of Ohio fire that killed teen unknown
Fire marshal: cause of Ohio fire that killed teen unknown
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY VFW Col. Louis J. Campbell Post 3538, 157 Lowellville Road, Struthers, will serve
Niles center offers help
Niles center offers help NILES Niles S.C.O.P.E. Senior Center, 14 E. State St., is offering
Golf outing to benefit Mobile Meals
Staff report Newton Falls The 11th annual Jim Economos Memorial Golf Outing to benefit Trumbull
Actor who played martial arts expert Cato in the comic "Pink Panther" films has died
Appeared in half dozen films with Peter Sellers film series
Adair storms out of Youngstown school board meeting
Adair complained that her colleagues are trying to silence her.
Two YSU football players charged in gun incident
Two Youngstown State football players have now been charged with improper handling of a firearm in a motor vehicle.
Springfield’s Cyrus twins eye state meet
Twin sisters Caitlyn and Courtney Cyrus are ultra-competitive.
Struthers High School to award honorary diplomas to veterans
State law allows districts to award honorary degrees to veterans who did not finish high school.
Health care provider, city reach deal on Bottom Dollar site
The agency will open at a former grocery store on Glenwood Avenue
Larimer, Blue Devils have experience on their side
Western Reserve is chasing a third straight state tournament berth.
Campbell council to to vote down charter amendments, despite law director’s counsel
City’s Charter Review Commission wants to bring 15 amendments before voters.
Spartans are back with state aspirations
Boardman’s boys did not have a state qualifier in 2015 and the Spartans want to change that this spring.
Stadium Elementary’s search for ’time capsule comes up empty – for now
Ginny Yazbek’s fourth-grade class of 2008 returned to Stadium Drive Elementary on Tuesday afternoon hoping to dig up the time capsule the students had buried back then.
Devils, Bulldogs among softball surprises
For the Lakeview and Lisbon high school softball teams, Thursday’s regional games have been a long time coming.
BET film traces Black Lives Matter movement
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK Actor Jesse Williams says he sees BET’s
Valley unemployment rate up year over year
The non-seasonally rate of 6.4 percent was reported in April 2016.
Anonymous, fictional memoir of alcoholic is a low-budget hit
By HILLEL ITALIE AP National Writer NEW YORK The fair-skinned man with the hoodie and dark ski
Kevin Farley serves up humor from the Midwest A comedy buffet
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Apparently when you grow up in the Midwest, there are
Friends, Romans restore antiquities
By FRANCES D’EMILIO Associated Press ROME Friends, Romans, countrymen! Oh yes, and
Ryan criticizes old statements made by Trump
Trump, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, said he was ‘excited’ about a housing crash
Cavs’ swagger has disappeared
Cleveland was stripped of its dominance and a 2-0 advantage during a long weekend in Toronto.
METRO DIGEST || Howland athletes commit to colleges
Howland athletes commit to colleges HOWLAND Five Howland High School athletes across five sports
Liberty students wax enthusiastic about history
Third-graders at E.J. Blott Elementary School host wax museum.
Man issued citation for rats says he's trying to get rid of them
Already got rid of garbage in front yard
Zocolo appointed operations director of Boardman schools
Jack Zocolo will replace Timothy Saxton, effective Aug. 1
2 Mahoning County men get prison terms for child porn
Two Mahoning County men were sent to prison Wednesday in underage-pornography cases.
Labor of love comes to end
For 80 years, Ted Gavozzi's family upholstery business has operated on the South Side after being started by his father-in-law, who then trained Gavozzi. It’s always been a labor of love, but today, he says, his trade is no longer needed because people would rather buy new than preserve what they have by recovering. .
Nuns get big win in court
Opinion: By Cynthia M. ALLEN Fort Worth Star-Telegram The Little Sisters of the Poor got a big decision
oddly enough
oddly enough Rescue farm overwhelmed by 50 goats, seeks public’s help METHUEN, Mass. An
METRO DIGEST || 3 injured on SR 11
3 injured on SR 11 LIBERTY TOWNSHIP Three people suffered non-life threatening injuries in a
Serena wins opener, but two other top seeds lose in French Open
Serena Williams is chasing her 22nd Grand Slam title.
Television series available this week include:
Television series available this week include: v “Lou Grant” (season one): Ed Asner plays the
End of the election will bring relief
Opinion: By Eric Frazier The Charlotte Observer If I were still pre-digital enough to own a paper
birthdays
birthdays Country singer Tom T. Hall is 80. Actor Ian McKellen is 77. Country singer Jessi Colter
Monsanto nixes Bayer’s bid, remains open to talks
Associated Press NEW YORK Monsanto rejected Bayer’s $62 billion takeover bid, calling it
Click It or Ticket campaign to start
Click It or Ticket campaign to start NILES Trumbull County Safe Communities, in coordination
David Pavelko pleaded guilty to inducing panic that caused MCCTC lockdown
The man responsible for the February lockdown at MCCTC pleaded guilty to inducing panic
Fares are lower; airlines expected to raise prices by 2017
Associated Press DALLAS Enjoy lower airfares while you can. Airlines are taking steps to push
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Former official named to Lucas Museum board CHICAGO Former U.S. Education Secretary
Obama seeks closer ties with ex-foes
Associated Press WASHINGTON In his final stretch as president, Barack Obama is driving the
egyptair crash Experts: Body parts indicate explosion
Associated Press CAIRO Body parts recovered from the crash of EgyptAir Flight 804 showed signs
BUSINESS DIGEST || Energy plant ground breaking set for June
Groundbreaking set LORDSTOWN A groundbreaking for the $890 million Lordstown Energy Center has
New guidelines: Consider obesity surgery for diabetes
Associated Press WASHINGTON New guidelines say weight-loss surgery should become a more-routine
Man gets 18 years to life for murder
Keith Sims Jr. got 18 years to life in prison for the Oct. 25, 2014, murder of Shaneice Wells.
After almost a year awaiting trial, woman asks for interpreter
Her and husband accused of attempted murder
Cosby will face trial in sex case
Associated Press NORRISTOWN, Pa. She called him “Mr. Cosby” and considered him a trusted friend
Craft brewers lighten up for refreshing summer beers
Summer is approaching fast and soon our activities move outside to backyards, patios, swimming
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Baking soda vs. baking powder
By Susan Selasky Detroit Free Press Q: What are the differences between baking soda and baking
YEARS AGO
years ago Today is Wednesday, May 25, the 146th day of 2016. There are 220 days left in the year.
Tomlin, Indians top Chicago ace
Josh Tomlin beat Chris Sale in a one-sided matchup of unbeaten pitchers and Francisco Lindor had three hits.
Lordstown proves assets of the Valley still can attract bevy of businesses
Editorial: Sixty years ago in this space, The Vindicator heralded the announcement of General Motors Corp.’s
Crosby, Penguins force Game 7 in Pittsburgh
The Pittsburgh Penguins are headed home for Game 7 of the Eastern Conference final.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.420.14 Aqua America, .71
Steelers’ Bell believes foes played to ‘take people out’
Le’Veon Bell considers the first injury of his NFL career a freak accident. The last two? Not so much.
Gary, Ind., rejects detention center
Opinion: By Fred McKissack Tribune News Service The city council in Gary, Ind., did the right thing in
Tuesday, May 24 (119 stories)
Adair walks out of Youngstown school board meeting tonight amid disputes
Discussions of the district bullying policy and creationism in the curriculum were sidelined at Tuesday’s city school board meeting by a claim of publicity-seeking and one member storming out.
WWII vet to receive belated diploma at Struthers graduation Sunday
Robert Wallace, an Army veteran and Struthers resident, missed out on much of his high-school experience.
Former Bottom Dollar to become health facility, fresh food market, meeting place
The city has a tentative deal with a health care provider to purchase the former Bottom Dollar store on the South Side for $150,000 and open a medical facility within 12 months.
Boardman seniors unable to unearth 4th-grade time capsule today
Ginny Yazbek’s fourth-grade class of 2008 returned to Stadium Drive Elementary this afternoon, hoping to dig up the time capsule the students had buried back then.
Third-grade wax museum teaches Liberty students job skills
Ayah Mufleh, a third-grade student at E.J. Blott Elementary School, arrived at her class’ wax museum armed with a pen and a book.
Allen brothers plead guilty to slaying on day trials to begin
Breandre Allen and Bralin Allen were born on the same date, a year apart.
Powers Way renovations lead to rats and neighbors have had enough
John Trolio has been renovating the home he rents on Powers Way, and as he got rid of items inside, he left them in the yard, which invited unwanted guests: rats.
80 years later, Ted Gavozzi sadly closes his upholstry shop
Ted Gavozzi’s hands and legs are swollen and sore from decades of constructing and repairing furniture at Gavozzi Upholstery.
Youngstown announces tentative deal for Bottom Dollar store on South Side
Youngstown announces tentative deal for Bottom Dollar store on South Side
Justice Department to seek death penalty in Charleston shootings
Justice Department to seek death penalty in Charleston shootings
Miracle on Ice goalie selling his gold medal, mask, skates
Miracle on Ice goalie selling his gold medal, mask, skates
Fans urge Marvel to give Captain America a boyfriend
Fans urge Marvel to give Captain America a boyfriend
Atlanta, Miami, Los Angeles selected to host Super Bowls
Atlanta, Miami, Los Angeles selected to host Super Bowls
Ryan critical of Trump's old comments on real estate crash
Ryan critical of Trump's old comments on real estate crash
1st 2017 Acura NSX rolls off Ohio line in North American debut
1st 2017 Acura NSX rolls off Ohio line in North American debut
Woman reports her brother was robbed at gunpoint at Liberty Township Walmart
Woman reports her brother was robbed at gunpoint at Liberty Township Walmart
Three injured after rollover crash in Liberty Township
Three injured after rollover crash in Liberty Township
Cafaro Foundation awarding a record number of students a record amount in scholarships
Cafaro Foundation awarding a record number of students a record amount in scholarships
Suspect arrested in death of coal exec Bennett Hatfield
Suspect arrested in death of coal exec Bennett Hatfield
Police seek suspect in road rage that locked down 2 Pa. schools
Police seek suspect in road rage that locked down 2 Pa. schools
Palomakis mark 60th anniversary at family dinner
STRUTHERS Mr. and Mrs. William M. Palomaki of Struthers celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary
Pharmacy board out as sole medical pot regulator in Ohio
Pharmacy board out as sole medical pot regulator in Ohio
Judge: Substantial progress in Volkswagen emissions talks
Judge: Substantial progress in Volkswagen emissions talks
GOP governors ask FCC to address illegal prison cellphones
GOP governors ask FCC to address illegal prison cellphones
Ohio man accused of chaining girl in basement denies allegations
Ohio man accused of chaining girl in basement denies allegations
Paula Leonardi to be bride of Darin Ducato
POLAND Paula Elizabeth Leonardi and Darin Ronald Ducato, both of Aurora, Ohio, are engaged and
Use obesity surgery more often for diabetes, guidelines urge
Use obesity surgery more often for diabetes, guidelines urge
Hubbard woman faces drug charges after weekend arrest in Liberty
Hubbard woman faces drug charges after weekend arrest in Liberty
Howland road closed two days for culvert replacement
Howland road closed two days for culvert replacement
Youngstown council safety committee meeting canceled
Youngstown council safety committee meeting canceled
Mathews school board has special meeting Wednesday
Mathews school board has special meeting Wednesday
Mahoning Valley unemployment rate increased in April
Mahoning Valley unemployment rate increased in April
Obama pushes for better rights in Vietnam after arms deal
Obama pushes for better rights in Vietnam after arms deal
2 killed in head-on, wrong-way motorcycle crash near Columbus
2 killed in head-on, wrong-way motorcycle crash near Columbus
Forensic expert: EgyptAir human remains suggest explosion
Forensic expert: EgyptAir human remains suggest explosion
Keith Sims sentenced to 18 years to life in prison for 2014 murder
Keith Sims sentenced to 18 years to life in prison for 2014 murder
Sheriff’s office seeks to use drones in southwest Ohio
Sheriff’s office seeks to use drones in southwest Ohio
YMCA will celebrate Senior Health/Fitness
YMCA will celebrate Senior Health/Fitness BOARDMAN The Davis Family YMCA will host National
Ladies’ Beer Club of Youngstown taps the taste of Valley women
The group meets monthly to sample craft beers.
South Range schools forecast predicts a need for another source of revenue in 2018
South Range School District’s five-year financial projections are in the red for 2018, 2019 and 2020
Chaney VPA program praised by community members
Chaney VPA coordinator looks back on program’s five years
Youngstown issued 3,827 civil speeding citations during the first four months of the year
About $308,375 in fees were collected with the city keeping $200,444
A guide to what’s changing in The Vindicator
Beginning this week, we are reorganizing and re-imagining some pages and features in The Vindicator.
Niles finds money to recall two furloughed cops
The money comes from the police department’s police department’s OVI fund.
Fitch students dedicate a tree to honor a fallen falcon
Fitch High School students planted a tree in memory of fallen fellow falcon Maddison Pappas
BUSINESS DIGEST || Gas prices trending upward
Gas prices rising YOUNGSTOWN Northeast Ohio gas prices are trending upward, hovering at $2.37 a
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Jessey and Katrina King, Campbell, girl, May 22. Elena
Health at Home
Health at Home YOUNGSTOWN Mercy Health Youngstown is offering a workshop, Health at Home, from
Madonna responds to critics of Prince tribute
Madonna responds to critics of Prince tribute Madonna is dismissing critics of her tribute to
birthdays
birthdays Comedian Tommy Chong is 78. Musician Bob Dylan is 75. Actor Gary Burghoff (“M*A*S*H”) is
GULAS: Amateurs, professionals, celebrities to battle for charity
10 amateur bouts are set for June 11
Tribune rejects 2nd Gannett bid
Associated Press NEW YORK Tribune Publishing rejected a second takeover bid from USA Today owner
Bayer, Monsanto could combine plant, pet, people products
Associated Press A merger between Bayer and Monsanto would put together two giant chemical makers,
Man gets three years for felonious assault
A Bristolville man got three years in prison for a Valentine’s Day assault on his girlfriend.
Federal judge temporarily blocks new state law
Law would bar funding for cancer screening and other services to groups that perform abortions
Ohio auditor comments on charter-school attendance
Auditor Dave Yost referred three schools, including a location in Columbiana County, to state education officials for further investigation after his office determined the charters were operating improperly.
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Struthers City Council, 6:15 p.m., council caucus followed by regular meeting at
Peace Corps to have classes in Vietnam
Peace Corps to have classes in Vietnam hanoi, vietnam The United States and Vietnam have reached
Baltimore officer cleared of all charges in Freddie Gray case
Associated Press BALTIMORE Prosecutors failed for the second time in their bid to hold Baltimore
Clinton: Trump could bankrupt America as he has his companies
Associated Press DETROIT Hillary Clinton said Monday that Donald Trump’s economic policies
Trump meets with Tenn. Sen. Corker, adds Virgin Islands delegates
Associated Press NEW YORK Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump met with Bob
Committee meeting
Committee meeting YOUNGSTOWN City council’s housing and economic development committee will meet
School threats could be latest in ‘swatting’
Associated Press DENVER Threats made against schools across the United States led to the
Campbell Council considers joining digital police dispatch system
The police department temporarily lost its dispatch signal earlier this month
2 teens arrested
2 teens arrested BOARDMAN Officers arrested two teenagers accused of attempting to steal a
Stanley CUP PLAYOFFS
Stanley CUP PLAYOFFS Game 6 EASTERN CONFERENCE FINALS vPenguins vs. Lightning, today at
Toyota adding nearly 1.6 million vehicles to Takata air-bag recall
Associated Press DETROIT Toyota Motor Corp. is recalling nearly 1.6 million vehicles in the U.S.
33 people applied for Youngstown Schools CEO post
Six people are to be interviewed for the Youngstown Schools CEO job this week
Close calls don’t faze rolling Bulldogs
Poland baseball team returns to regional for third straight year
Email probe in late stages
Associated Press WASHINGTON FBI agents probing whether Hillary Clinton’s use of a private email
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Demi Lovato: Tuesday on “Jimmy
oddly enough
oddly enough Police smile at ‘Cops Suck’ tattoo across man’s knuckles BANGOR, Maine A police
Lessons from a Founder
Opinion: The popularity of the hit Broadway musical “Hamilton” offers us all an opportunity to consider the
Despite falling crime rate in Warren, work remains to heighten public safety
Editorial: The recently released report on crime and public safety in the city of Warren for 2015 reveals a
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO SFlbTODAY 5 a.m. (TNN) Tennis: French Open. 10 a.m. (TNN) Tennis: French Open.
SPORTS digest
Austintown Fitch to host volleyball camp AUSTINTOWN Volleyball camp for all girls entering
Walk your way to better health
By Joseph Hernandez Chicago Tribune We’ve heard it before: “A journey of a thousand miles begins
YEARS AGO
years ago Today is Tuesday, May 24, the 145th day of 2016. There are 221 days left in the year.
California is poised to become the center of cannabis culture
Opinion: By Robin Abcarian Los Angeles Times SANTA CRUZ, Calif. The other day, in a seaside cafe here,
FRIDAY ON THE LINKS | More professional golf results
REGIONS TRADITION BIRMINGHAM, ALA. Kenny Perry shot a 2-under 70 to maintain a one-stroke lead
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.280.18 Aqua America, .71
Greatest Juniors: Sunday’s Pine Lakes Tee Times
The second qualifier for the Flynn Automotive Group junior Greatest Golfer of the Valley will tee
Feds should issue public statement on air service
Editorial: Last week’s announcement that the federal government has approved commercial air travel between the
Hinchcliffe takes pole position
The Canadian driver who nearly died last year from a life-threatening leg injury sustained during practice for the 500, survived two challenges in the final 25 minutes and barely held onto the top seed
Monday, May 23 (77 stories)
Campbell council considers joining digital police dispatch system
Campbell council considers joining digital police dispatch system
Boardman trustees finalize selling old fire station
Boardman trustees finalize selling old fire station
Boardman school board appoints new operations director
Boardman school board appoints new operations director
Hawaii officials: 5 killed in small plane crash on Kauai
Hawaii officials: 5 killed in small plane crash on Kauai
OVI task force will set up checkpoints this weekend
OVI task force will set up checkpoints this weekend
Retirement party today for Boardman Schools Superintendent Frank Lazzeri
Retirement party today for Boardman Schools Superintendent Frank Lazzeri
City officials to discuss Bottom Dollar proposal Tuesday
City officials to discuss Bottom Dollar proposal Tuesday
VINDY POLLING NOW | Valley concerts, Schools CEO, and City morgue
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Investigation: Ohio not tracking insurance death benefits
Investigation: Ohio not tracking insurance death benefits
WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS St. Jude Church, 180 Seventh St., Columbiana, is seeking vendors for its annual craft
Youngstown woman, 19, charged in taxi-car robberies
Youngstown woman, 19, charged in taxi-cab robberies
Local animal-rights advocate plans protest of pet store near Columbus
Local animal-rights advocate plans protest of pet store new Columbus
Beaver Township crime watch meeting is Tuesday night
Beaver Township crime watch meeting is Tuesday night
North Jackson man faces theft charge after arrest in Austintown
North Jackson man faces theft charge after arrest in Austintown
Ohio gas prices continue to increase heading toward holiday
Ohio gas prices continue to increase heading toward holiday
Supreme Court throws out death sentence from all-white jury
Supreme Court throws out death sentence from all-white jury
US General in Afghanistan: Mansour was an obstacle to peace
US General in Afghanistan: Mansour was an obstacle to peace
Officer acquitted on all charges in Freddie Gray case
Officer acquitted on all charges in Freddie Gray case
City police probe after shots fired near party van
City police probe after shots fired near party van
Birdhouse contest winners announced
Birdhouse contest winners announced COLUMBIANA The Columbiana Area Chamber of Commerce has
Poland Union aquarium grows in size, popularity
School gets bigger, better saltwater tank thanks to interest from around the world
Champion woman says MS diagnosis is no reason to change her dreams and plans
Champion woman says MS diagnosis is no reason to change her dreams and plans
Spelling success
Ryan Staton, Vindicator Regional Spelling Bee champion, prepares for this week’s national contest
Making vroom for God
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com HUBBARD Harleys and Hondas and ... Huffys? Oh my. They were
Graziano’s recovery on Pine Lakes’ No. 8 earns spot in finals
Anthony Graziano earned a tie-breaker by winning a scorecard playoff against Joey Vitali.
Relax with a cold can of ‘America’
Opinion: WASHINGTON Because advertising is a barometer that often accurately measures America’s
Let’s get physical: Tension mounts for Cavs, Raptors
The Cavaliers likely feel a little anger toward Biyombo after his pivotal performance Saturday.
SPORTS digest
Fitch’s Terry commits to attend Fork Union AUSTINTOWN Austintown Fitch senior Nick Terry has
20 celebrated as Wean Foundation emerging leaders
The leadership experience began with a two-day retreat in April.
State lawmakers pass several bills before recess
One bills passed during this week’s sessions would allow pharmacists to administer certain injections
3 Ohioans in the mix as options for veep
Associated Press Ohio’s starring role as a presidential swing state could also earn supporting
Food/clothing
Food/clothing Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, lunch, bag of
Afghan officials see Taliban leader’s death as hopeful sign
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan The killing of Afghan Taliban leader Mullah Mohammed Akhtar
YEARS AGO
Today is Monday, May 23, the 144th day of 2016. There are 222 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
"Angry Birds" flocks to No. 1
“Captain America” has found a worthy competitor in a bunch of flightless birds
CYCLE FOR A CURE
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com CANFIELD Many people are aware that multiple sclerosis can be a
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Youngstown City Council Committee on Housing & Economic Development, meeting on
NY cat proposal sparks debate
Associated Press ALBANY, N.Y. For many decades, declawing cats has been a routine veterinary
Swimming safety
Swimming safety BOARDMAN The Davis Family YMCA, 45 McClurg Road, will host a Splash Into Summer
Ohio wind-turbine project gets grant
Ohio wind-turbine project gets grant CLEVELAND The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded a $3.7
Clinton sees benefits in Trump’s personal attacks
Associated Press WASHINGTON Hillary Clinton has a message for Donald Trump: Keep on talking.
Iraq launches effort to retake IS-held city
Associated Press BAGHDAD Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi announced the beginning of
Customer appreciation
Customer appreciation Columbiana Suburban Propane, 2705 state Route 7, is hosting its annual
Veterans Treatment Court is a success
Associated Press WARWICK, R.I. William Delaney, a former Marine, already had served four years
a closer look at MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
Several hundred people took part in Sunday’s third annual Cycle for a Cure benefit at the Canfield
Former township trustee challenges Jim Davis to a tipping showdown
Austintown officials will compete for tips at BW3’s on Wednesday
Egypt sends sub to search for black boxes
Associated Press CAIRO Egypt sent a submarine Sunday to join the hunt for the flight recorders
Trump signals sunset of the GOP
Opinion: By Lowell Weicker Jr. The Hartford Courant When Republicans convene in Cleveland this summer and
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
Former Browns center DeLeone dies of brain cancer
Tom DeLeone was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2011.
Sanders headed for cliff
Opinion: By Jonathan Bernstein Bloomberg View At this point, the best thing Bernie Sanders supporters can
2016 FLYNN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP JUNIOR QUALIFIERS | Pine Lake scores
2016 FLYNN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP JUNIOR QUALIFIERSFlbPine Lake scores BOYS U-17 Brian Terlesky72 (Q)
K.O. Drugs boxing finals set for Wednesday
Finals of the 29th annual K.O. Drugs High School Boxing are Wednesday with 21 championship bouts on the line at the Old School Marketplace.
YSU alumnus records and releases jazz album
Stephen Harvey graduated with his master’s in jazz studies from YSU
YSU group donates to Homes for Kids
YSU Student Nonprofit Leadership Organization donates $2,000 for bikes for children
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Python on the lam: Snake cuts class after show-and-tell MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. A
Students learn dangers of texting and driving
Simulator gives Jackson-Milton students lesson in texting and driving dangers
ON THE LINKS | Results from Sunday’s professional golf events
BYRON NELSON CLASSIC IRVING, TEXAS Sergio Garcia made a par on the first playoff hole at the
Red Sox send Tribe’s Salazar to early shower in finale
Danny Salazar started the day on a nice run. That ended against the big-hitting Boston Red Sox.
Boycott over LGBT law impacts more than just the music fans
Many workers and businesses caught in the crossfire of the national debate over LGBT rights
Sunday, May 22 (97 stories)
Graziano qualifiers for Greatest Golfer finals
Anthony Graziano qualified for the boys 17-U championship.
Vindy spelling champ preps for national bee
A Jackson-Milton Middle School eighth-grader hopes to sustain the sweet spell of success on a national level.
Allios to mark golden event at June 4 dinner
SALEM The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Allio of Salem will be celebrated with a
Roussos-Gregory engagement is announced
CANFIELD Michael and Cindy Roussos of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Miss Baughman, Mr. Colaluca to wed Aug. 13
Announcement is being made of the forthcoming marriage of Danielle Baughman, daughter of Greg and
Miss Wagner, Mr. Munholand to be married
NEW SPRINGFIELD Announcement is being made of the forthcoming marriage of Kristin Wagner and David
The 18-hole outing will have a 1 p.m. shotgun start.
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The American Heart Association will host its 2016 Annual Golf Classic
Villa Maria plans run/walk June 4
Villa Maria plans run/walk June 4 VILLA MARIA, PA. Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
GARDEN CLUBS
FRIDAY Trailwood Gardeners will meet at 9 a.m. for planting at the memorial gardens and library by
Mercy Community Church has clothing giveaway today
Mercy Community Church has clothing giveaway today
SENIOR CITIZENS
Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet at noon Tuesday at St. Mark’s Fellowship Hall on Logan Way.
senior menu
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Raptors rise up to take Game 3 from Cavaliers
DeMar DeRozan scored 32 points, Bismack Biyombo set a Toronto playoff record with 26 rebounds.
Mahoning deputies may get radio encryption
Law enforcement officials say encryption foils identity thieves and helps police catch criminals in the act.
YSU event reunites fraternity members, honors TKE anniversary
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN After having seen the Youngstown State University
Poland’s Centofanti dominates D-II district
At the very end of a perfect day for Poland senior Gino Centofanti in the Division II district finals at Salem High, he got more good news.
Steelton bar crawl draws people back to the old neighborhood
Proceeds will help finance vacant lot clean-up in the area.
Girard performs well, Hill advances in D-II meet
Overall, the Indians placed in the top-four in 12 events, including six district titles.
SPORTS DIGEST || Ursuline doubles team seeded fourth at state
Ursuline doubles team seeded fourth at state Akron Ursuline boys tennis pair Luke Tsudis and
Richard Marlin named ‘Guardian of the Menorah
A tribute banquet is planned June 5 at Temple El Emeth in Liberty.
Area running calendar
MAY Saturday — Beaver Local Athletic Hall of Fame’s fourth annual Hustle 5K Race and 2-mile Walk.
Rocky Ridge group sets cookie table open house
The two-story colonial home, constructed in 1941, has been fully renovated and is available for sale to owner-occupants for $50,000.
Five-man Scramble at Tam O’Shanter Golf Course on May 28.
Five-man Scramble at Tam O’Shanter Golf Course on May 28.
Rowland High's pop choir flirts with fame
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com HOWLAND Howland High School’s pop a capella choir almost
AMUSEMENT PARK PREVIEW: Along for the ride
Check out all the new rides and offerings at amusement parks
Road and bridge closings abound
A major access ramp will close for several weeks at the Salt Springs Road and Interstate 80 interchange.
METRO DIGEST || Celebrate life, work of Jim Meese
Honor Jim Meese BOARDMAN A memorial celebrating the work of Jim Meese, a talented pianist and
Car show continues Lordstown GM's 50th anniversary events
Jeff Wilson of Boardman leans over to turn over his 1976 fuel-injected Corvette at the All-American Car Show at GM Lordstown Saturday.
Takeaway from Facebook’s Trending Topics
Over the past week, Facebook was the center of controversy regarding its purported manipulation of
Meacham has credibility in his analysis of Oakhill
Editorial: Mahoning County Auditor Ralph Meacham’s financial analysis of Oakhill Renaissance Place should
Natural gas-fueled power plant in Lordstown will be showpiece
Opinion: By Rep. TIM RYAN and ERIC A. SPIEGEL Special to The Vindicator The state-of-the-art natural
More sad news for owners of Derby winner Barbaro
Two horses died in early races at the Preakness on Saturday.
Moratorium on debt in Puerto Rico sparks lawsuit
Associated Press SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico Holders of bonds from Puerto Rico’s Government
Mexico City declares pollution alert
Associated Press MEXICO CITY Mexican authorities have issued a new smog alert for the capital
Will Pittsburgh use Murray or Fleury?
Pittsburgh Penguins coach Mike Sullivan has been stressing for weeks his team has multiple goaltenders capable of taking the franchise to the Stanley Cup.
Joyce Naymick, Barb Wolitz and Cindy Skinner all had low-gross scores of 29 in the WWW Ladies Scramble at Bedford Trails.
Joyce Naymick, Barb Wolitz and Cindy Skinner all had low-gross scores of 29 in the WWW Ladies Scramble at Bedford Trails.
Preventing disaster
Associated Press CHEYENNE, Wyo. As more coal companies file for bankruptcy, it’s increasingly
Television Q&A
Television Q&A By Rich Heldenfels Q. I have wondered why an excellent program never made it back
Reforms come to reverse mortgages
Horror stories about reverse mortgages have long led some consumer advocates and financial planners
Will self-driving big rigs drive future of trucking industry?
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Picture an 18-wheel truck barreling down the highway with 80,000
Overtime rules will result in difficult choices
Associated Press NEW YORK The government’s new rules requiring overtime pay for millions of
Comic relief in Niles?
Opinion: Things are so bad in the city of Niles that if residents don’t laugh, they’ll cry. So, to lighten
Sanders says he’ll support DNC chairwoman’s rival
Associated Press WASHINGTON Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders said he plans to support the opponent of
Malia, Mitch ... and Stu
Opinion: Had I known letting your child take a year off before starting college would generate so much
Orlando still top US destination
By MIKE SCHNEIDER Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. It’s a crowded world after all – at least in
Tweeting TSA on long lines
Tweeting TSA on long lines If you are stuck in a long airport security screening line this
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS
Tammy Leioh McFarland to Heather Dorinski et al, Clarkridge Drive, Youngstown, $97,000. David J.
New group aims to back Mill Creek MetroParks
Opinion: New group aims to back Mill Creek MetroParks Mill Creek Metro- Parks continues to suffer public
“X-Men: Apocalypse,” the latest superhero blockbuster, hits movie theaters this week.
“X-Men: Apocalypse,” the latest superhero blockbuster, hits movie theaters this week. Here are some
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Newton Township trustees, 6:30 p.m., administration building, 4410 Newton Falls-
Mercer County dog-license canvassing starts in June
All dogs 3 months of age or order are required to have a current dog license as of Jan. 1 of each year.
Can Cleveland keep the peace during RNC?
By MARK GILLISPIE Associated Press CLEVELAND Cleveland managed to avoid the kind of violent
Don’t quickly dismiss trade agreements of US
Opinion: Don’t quickly dismiss trade agreements of US Why are the can- didates running for the presidency
YEARS AGO
Today is Sunday, May 22, the 143rd day of 2016. There are 223 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Obama heads for Asia to talk trade, security
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama departed Saturday on a weeklong, 16,000-mile
Leaked data point to cockpit trouble, smoke in doomed jet
Associated Press CAIRO Leaked flight data showing trouble in the cockpit and smoke in a plane
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY Dissolutions Asked Donald Brown, 211 6th St., Wellsville, and Kelly
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Biden at West Point: US forces strengthened by diverse military
Associated Press WEST POINT, N.Y. Vice President Joe Biden told the U.S. Military Academy’s
Taliban leader believed killed in US drone strike
Taliban leader believed killed in US drone strike WASHINGTON U.S. special operations forces
Head-on crash leaves 1 dead
Associated Press COLUMBUS Police say a Columbus man has died after he crashed on a freeway and
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Lady Gaga’s piano fails to sell at auction NEW YORK Lady Gaga’s childhood piano,
"Hot Tin Roof" cast skillfully navigates play's journey
The Victorian Players tackled this Pulitzer Prize-winning drama, which challenges Southern values and family dynamics
METRO DIGEST || Purple Heart parking spot dedication
Purple Heart parking AUSTINTOWN Hollywood Gaming Mahoning Valley, 655 N. Canfield Niles Road, is
Solar plane lands in Ohio
Associated Press TULSA, OKLA. A solar-powered airplane that landed in Oklahoma last week has
Trump’s campaign investment tops $43M
Associated Press WASHINGTON Donald Trump poured more than $7.5 million of his own money into his
1 month after Ohio slaying of 8, still no suspects
Associated Press PIKETON, OHIO Authorities investigating the killings of eight relatives in
Clinton calls Trump’s gun policies ‘dangerous’
Associated Press FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. Donald Trump’s gun policies are “not just way out there”
LIMELIGHTS & CAREER PATHS
REALTY Klacik Real Estate agent Nikki Hatfield generated $2,408,985 in sales volume during 2015
Adames’ first HR powers Rockies over Pirates
the Colorado Rockies rallied to beat closer Mark Melancon and the Pirates 5-1 on Saturday.
No kidding: Exaggerator beats Nyquist
Exaggerator has finally beaten Nyquist, and it came in the Preakness on Saturday to end any chance of another Triple Crown.
Crafton captures another Truck win
Crafton said his car was “unbelievable” from the first lap and only needed tire adjustments throughout the race.
Djokovic chasing elusive French Open
Novak Djokovic will be celebrating his 29th birthday when the French Open starts on Sunday. If nothing else, it underlines just how frustrating it has become for the top-ranked Serb to win the only major to elude him
Boston’s Kelly dominates Tribe
Boston’s Joe Kelly pitched no-hit ball for 62/3 innings in a 9-1 win over Cleveland.
Warriors’ bigs in spotlight
The Warriors’ big men might be just as important as the Splash Brothers right now
GREEN FENCES
By Danielle Braff Chicago Tribune (TNS) Landscapers and their clients are thinking outside the
Studio Oxygen celebrates 10 years, opens second location
The Canfield yoga studio now has a Poland location.
BOOKS DIGEST
Reflections group will meet Wednesday COLUMBIANA The Reflections book discussion group will
Finding the road to reality isn’t easy
Tribune News Service (TNS) A number of years ago, Jane Goodall wrote a book titled “A Reason to
BUSINESS DIGEST || Power Lunch program scheduled for June 14
Chamber to host Power Lunch BOARDMAN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a Power
Fanfare: YSU’s new floor pattern is really for the birds
Fanfare: YSU’s new floor pattern is really for the birds
Junior tee times Today at Pine Lakes
The second qualifier for the Flynn Automotive Group junior Greatest Golfer of the Valley will tee
Saturday, May 21 (85 stories)
OVI checkpoints tonight in Youngstown, Boardman
The Mahoning County OVI Task Force, in conjunction with the Ohio State Highway Patrol, is conducting two OVI checkpoints tonight and early Sunday.
Exaggerator wins Preakness
Finally, Exaggerator has beaten Nyquist, and it came in the Preakness on Saturday to end any chance of another Triple Crown.
Meghan Giannini, Brian Rosano to wed Sept. 24
Announcement is being made of the engagement of Meghan Giannini of Pittsburgh, daughter of Angelo
Miss Courtney to be bride of Dr. Toolson
FERNDALE, MICH. Michelle Courtney and Dr. Ryan Toolson, both of Ferndale, Mich., are announcing
Jenna Kalosky Nicholas Schulte to wed Oct. 22
CANFIELD Announcement is being made by Paul and Karen Kalosky of Canfield of the engagement of
Danielle Pallante, Jeremy Hamed are engaged
CANFIELD John and Fran Pallante of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Ashley Orr, Daniel Catello will marry
Ashley Orr of Youngstown and Daniel Catello of Kent, Ohio, are engaged and planning to be married.
Parents announce Ramahi-Conlan engagement
Announcement is being made by Christine Richards of Canfield and Kathleen Conlan and Michael Conlan,
Barb Moore gets certificate from Shopping Local Pays
Barb Moore gets certificate from Shopping Local Pays COLUMBIANA Barb Moore was chosen as the
Flights from Youngstown to Chicago get final federal approval
Aerodynamics Inc. has received approval from the U.S. Department of Transportation to begin flights between the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport and Chicago O’Hare International starting July 1.
EXCLUSIVE | New morgue makes sense, Mahoning commissioner says
Oakhill’s morgue is small, outdated and sometimes emits foul smells, commissioner says.
Two Falcons qualify in four running events
Loads of talented Division I athletes are headed to regional competition after they punched their tickets at Friday’s district meet at Austintown Fitch High School.
New traffic circle to be designed for Five Points
The Mahoning County commissioners have hired a New Albany firm to design the Five Points roundabout.
31 at-risk students reach graduation milestone at MCHS
MCHS graduates credit teachers, families, superintendent
STAMBAUGH AUDITORIUM Choral festival promotes peace
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Becoming proficient in singing and developing core
W. Reserve alum Elizabeth Royer coaches rugby team to playoffs
Two decades later, the daughter of Dr. David and Karen Royer of Canfield has learned plenty about rugby
SMARTS finds a home in Ohio One Building
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN SMARTS, the community arts school that serves
MCCTC students enjoy annual McMudder event
They were muddy, waterlogged and out of breath, but Mahoning County Career and Technical Center students said it was worth it.
SPORTS digest
DunLany commits to Westminster Boardman swimmer Aaron DunLany will swim for Westminster College
On area diamonds | Area baseball and softball
BASEBALL TRI-T Pony Classic Walrus Subs 5, New Middletown Lions Club 3 — Jake Lawrence’s three
Record Reviews
Whether any of Shelton’s new music stands the test of time will take, well, a little time.
Former U.S. attorney for Ohio's Northern District considers run for AG
The Mahoning County Democratic Party chairman said, ‘There’s not a better candidate’
South Range Middle School principal slumbers on the roof
A 40-book challenge turned into a midnight slumber on the roof for Principal Dan Szolek.
Mahoning prosecutors want execution date for baby killer
John E. Drummond was convicted for killing a baby in a drive-by gang-related shooting in 2003
Ohio middle market in better shape than the national middle market
A recent report shows middle-market businesses in Ohio are more confident, and expect more revenue/employment growth over their national peers.
GM pride clear in crowd at Lordstown 50th anniversary tour
David and Sheriann Griffith of Liberty check out one of the first Chevrolet Impalas that came off the Lordstown line in 1966 when production began.
Submit information on VBS activities
Submit information on VBS activities Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public will be
Plan will restore dignity to city’s forgotten cemetery
Editorial: Thanks to the speedy and compassionate action by the Tod Homestead Cemetery Association, 1,800
Holiday’s purpose is defiled
Opinion: I walked into a coffee shop one holiday weekend a few years ago and was met with a loud, obnoxious
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Matthew and Amanda Rura, Cortland, girl, May 19. Ashley
Sunday news shows
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Democratic presidential candidate
Looking out for the kids
It’s one thing to talk about young people being the future of a sport, but quite another to do
The 17-year periodical cicadas
It’s not often insects make news, but for weeks I’ve been hearing and reading about the imminent
METRO DIGEST | Kids to plant grapes on South Side
Lying to cops BAZETTA Officers arrested a woman, accusing her of trying to dispose of a drug
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Body parts, luggage found in search for plane
Associated Press CAIRO Search crews found floating human remains, luggage and seats from the
Persistence shaped a generation
Opinion: At almost 92 years of age (6-26-24), I have always admired our U.S. Postal Service. Even during
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Alan Young, star of 1960s sitcom ‘Mr. Ed,’ dies at 96 LOS ANGELES Actor-comedian
Politicians are mean – like us
Opinion: By Cynthia M. ALLEN Fort Worth Star-Telegram According to custom, the government and opposition
Oblate Sisters will participate in Mass recognizing foundress
Blessed Mother Maria Teresa Casini is credited with a miracle
oblate sisters
oblate sisters Background The Oblate Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, 50 Warner Road,
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Saturday, May 21, the 142nd day of 2016. There are 224 days left in the year.
Israel defense chief quits, cites lack of trust in Netanyahu
Israel defense chief quits, cites lack of trust in Netanyahu JERUSALEM Israel’s defense minister
Voices of Faith q & a
Voices of Faith q & a The Kansas City Star (TNS) Q. What is your bucket list for Christian
Orientation meeting set for LIMEX program
The session will be June 8 at St. James Church hall in North Jackson.
Protesters storm Baghdad’s Green Zone
Associated Press BAGHDAD Iraqi security forces fired tear gas and gunshots in the air as
RELIGION DIGEST | Guest speaker
Guest speaker YOUNGSTOWN Blonda Poindexter will be guest speaker for the Women’s Day service at
Frozen-foods recall is difficult task
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Amid a massive frozen-foods recall involving millions of
I.D.P.A. match
I.D.P.A. match Youngstown The Youngstown Rifle & Pistol Club, 2900 Shaffer Road, will have an
Okla. governor vetoes abortion bill
Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin on Friday vetoed legislation to make it
Sanders delegates brace for convention fight
Associated Press DENVER Gabriel McArthur is heading to the Democratic National Convention in
GM offers debit cards, longer warranties in mileage case
Associated Press DETROIT People who bought or leased 2016 General Motors SUVs with overstated
Speeches highlight divisions on guns
Associated Press Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton are courting voters on opposite sides of the gun
Kluber, Indians cool hot Red Sox
Facing the majors’ top-scoring club, Corey Kluber held them down for seven innings to lead the Cleveland Indians to a victory over the Boston Red Sox
Mexico OKs extradition of drug lord to the US
Associated Press MEXICO CITY Mexico’s Foreign Relations Department ruled Friday that the
Man wanted on weapons charges arrested during burglary
Spotted by maintenance man while cutting grass
Surgeries needed
Surgeries needed YOUNGSTOWN A woman mauled by her dog Thursday afternoon on the North Side will
BUSINESS DIGEST || Unemployment rate increases in Ohio
Unemployment rate increases in Ohio COLUMBUS Ohio’s unemployment rate was 5.2 percent in April,
Sprint Showdown rained out
Rain washed out all track activity Friday at Charlotte Motor Speedway, which will now try to cram it’s All-Star weekend into one day
KEVIN DURANT, Thunder forward, on Thursday’s blowout loss to the Warriors:
KEVIN DURANT, Thunder forward, on Thursday’s blowout loss to the Warriors: “Yeah, it helps a
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO SFlbTODAY 8 a.m. (GC) Golf: Irish Open. 9:30 a.m. (FS1) Auto racing: FIA Formula E
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing Mercy Community Church, clothing giveaway, 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Stambaugh
Local drivers reach Summit qualifier
Marco Abruzzi, above, of Warren waits to compete in the Cavalcade of Stars on Friday at the Summit
PREP ROUNDUP | More high school results
SOFTBALL REGULAR SEASON Bristol 10, Maplewood 0, 6 innings BAZETTA TOWNSHIP The Panthers
Friday, May 20 (118 stories)
Forget Oakhill; build a new morgue, commissioner says
Mahoning County Commissioner David Ditzler said the county would be better off spending millions of dollars to build a morgue for the coroner’s office than to spend hundreds of thousands retrofitting Oakhill Renaissance Place with a new morgue ventilation system.
Youngstown to Chicago flights get green light for July
Aerodynamics Inc. has received approval from the U.S. Department of Transportation to begin flights between the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport and Chicago O’Hare International starting July 1.
Youngstown robbery suspect and victim arraigned in same court today
Jordan Kennedy was arraigned on a robbery charge Friday in municipal court, and the person he was accused of robbing was arraigned in that same court on drug charges.
7 choirs sing for peace tonight at Stambaugh Auditorium
Becoming proficient in singing and developing core concepts of musicianship require virtues such as discipline, focus and a keen ability to listen to others – the same qualities that contribute to laying the groundwork for a more-peaceful society, a longtime music professor contends.
Cycle for MS Sunday in Canfield
Cyclists of all ages can show off their bicycling skills for a cause at the Canfield Fairgrounds from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday.
For these grads, Mahoning County High made all the difference
School wasn’t easy for Jerrell Shorter.
Alan Young, star of 1960s sitcom 'Mr. Ed,' dies at 96
Alan Young, star of 1960s sitcom 'Mr. Ed,' dies at 96
Okla. governor vetoes abortion ban bill; one GOP senator physician calls it 'insane'
Oklahoma Republican Gov. Mary Fallin on Friday vetoed legislation that would make it a felony for doctors to perform an abortion, a measure that would have effectively outlawed the procedure in the state.
OVI checkpoints to be set up Saturday in Mahoning County
OVI checkpoints to be set up Saturday in Mahoning County
Steel Valley vineyard project set for Sunday on Youngstown's South Side
Steel Valley vineyard project set for Sunday on Youngstown's South Side
Tee Times for Sunday Flynn Auto Greatest juniors at Pine Lakes
The second qualifier for the Flynn Automotive Group junior Greatest Golfer of the Valley will tee off at 1 p.m. Sunday at Pine Lakes Golf Course in Hubbard.
Mary Todd Lincoln funeral ledger found in Illinois capital
Mary Todd Lincoln funeral ledger found in Illinois capital
Click It or Ticket seat-belt campaign begins Monday
Click It or Ticket seat-belt campaign begins Monday
Ohio elections chief, voter prevail in Libertarian challenge
Ohio elections chief, voter prevail in Libertarian challenge
US DOT approves ADI flights from Youngstown airport to Chicago
US DOT approves ADI flights from Youngstown to Chicago
Pregnant women in US with Zika spikes on new counting method
Pregnant women in US with Zika spikes on new counting method
31 students graduate from Mahoning County High School
31 students graduate from Mahoning County High School
Federal judge: No jail as suspended Ohio judge appeals
Federal judge: No jail as suspended Ohio judge appeals
Man faces domestic violence charge after beating incident
Man faces domestic violence charge after beating incident
UPDATE | 5,000 expected to tour GM Lordstown today
The General Motors Assembly Plant has opened its doors today to the public for the first time since 2011 to celebrate 50 years of car production.
Video in Youngstown schools' science curriculum espouses creationism
Published reports claim its producer is an Islamic cult leader and Holocaust denier.
Poland chops away at UHS to advance
Whether it’s a big hit or a chopper that didn’t escape the infield, the Poland High School baseball team will take it.
N. Side woman mauled by her own dog
He said if the owner does not want the dog back after 10 days, it most likely will be put down.
State audit: Records destroyed in Niles ex-mayor Infante's office
The Ohio Auditor’s Office concluded in 2015 that a “destruction of records” took place at the office of former Mayor Ralph Infante.
Youngstown taking long-shot bid to woo Lucas to build museum here
If the idea fails, a city councilman said having Lucas visit Youngstown would attract a lot of attention.
Sister Jerome Corcoran appeals for Alzheimer’s research at HOF induction
Sister Jerome turned 100 earlier this year
Ex-Mahoning Auditor Sciortino sentenced to 4-6 months in halfway house
A judge said she couldn’t let him ‘get away’ with his illegal use of county computers
Other taxi driver tells police he was robbed, too
Says women pulled knives on him two separate times
Cavaliers down Raptors to remain unbeaten in playoffs
LeBron James recorded a triple-double and Cleveland improved to 10-0 in the playoffs with a victory over the Toronto Raptors
SPORTS digest
Hill, Desantis break district records LAKEVIEW Hubbard’s George Hill and Cardinal Mooney’s
Campbell law director defends legality of executive session, citing lawsuit threat
The threat arouse out of the proposed charter amendments for the November ballot.
State bill to assist pets in emergencies with oxygen masks
Just days after legislation allowing paramedics and other responders to assist injured dogs and cats at accident or other emergency scenes was sent to Gov. John Kasich’s desk, a group will raise funds to purchase pet oxygen masks for the Youngstown Fire Department.
Valley group provides gowns to teen girls on tight budgets
DIVA Donations provides one stop shopping for dances and more
Block party planned to celebrate Youngstown's Taft neighborhood
It’s a party with a promise for a purpose.
United Way focusing more on community impact
The Success after 6 program will expand into Youngstown City Schools’ Taft Elementary in 2016-2017
Democrats call on Sen. Rob Portman to have a confirmation hearing on the president’s Supreme Court nominee
The senator’s campaign spokeswoman said Democrats as ‘shameful’
Ohio's top court to hear Boardman drug bust case
The Ohio Supreme Court will hear a case, in which Boardman police broke down an apartment door after failing to say “search warrant.”
Kathy Cook wins Athena
Kathy Cook, president of St. Joseph Warren Hospital, accepts the 2016 Athena Award on Thursday night at Mr. Anthony’s Banquet Center in Boardman.
Surplus food
Surplus food Zion Lutheran Church, 3300 Canfield Road, Youngstown, various commodities, 9:30 to
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Safer, ‘60 Minutes’ fixture, dead at 84 NEW YORK Viewers didn’t need to see Morley
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Richard S. Pietrouski, 33, of 3687 Riblett Road,
Oddly Enough
Oddly Enough Volunteer Detroit park grass cutters try blindfolded mowing DETROIT Volunteers
Jennifer Hauer, Philip Biviano to marry May 28
Jennifer Hauer and Philip Biviano, both of Boardman, are engaged. The bride-elect’s mother is
Portman, Brown applaud nomination
Portman, Brown applaud nomination WASHINGTON Ohio’s U.S. Senators, Sherrod Brown and Rob
Exaggerator, Desormeaux taking another run at Nyquist
Swipe has finished second to Derby winner four times
Top court affirms Adams’ murder conviction
The Ohio Supreme Court has affirmed Bennie Adams’ conviction in the 1985 murder of YSU student Gina Tenney.
Trumbull prosecutor happy with supreme court ruling on sex-offender registry
The county prosecutor praised the decision by the Ohio Supreme Court
Landlord reports ax attack in Y’town
Landlord reports ax attack in Y’town YOUNGSTOWN A South Heights Avenue man was arrested about
Mahoning, Trumbull counties key to Trump’s presidential bid; Clinton has history on her side
Opinion: Despite decades of Democratic dominance, Mahoning and Trumbull counties get plenty of visits from
Canfield Council members continue morning meetings to plan for the future
Council members said they are developing long-term plans before making a final decision on the new police levy
Defunded Planned Parenthood creates ‘burden’ in the Valley
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio law that strips government funding from Planned Parenthood is
2 teen boys stabbed in Mecca
Staff report CORTLAND Boys 15 and 16 years old from Hoagland Blackstub Road in Mecca Township
Police officer killed in crash during training
Associated Press COLUMBUS A suburban Columbus police department says one of its officers has
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Lisa Metzinger and Jeffrey McDevitt, Youngstown, girl,
Howland firefighters to get new breathing apparatus with $133,572 federal grant
The Howland Fire Department will soon get 20 new sets of breathing apparatus.
Terrorism suspected in crash
Associated Press CAIRO An EgyptAir jetliner en route from Paris to Cairo with 66 people aboard
Housing authority reorganizes
Retirements have been followed by a staff function reorganization at the Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority.
Tiffany South redevelopment plan moves forward
Developer OK’ed to tear down, build new at Tiffany South and U.S. Route 224
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.12.10 Aqua America, .71
As summer nears, keep safety foremost in mind
Editorial: Shock and anguish con- tinue to envelop a North Side Youngstown neighborhood as funerals are
THURSDAY ON THE LINKS | Professional golf results
AT&T BYRON NELSON IRVING, TEXAS Jordan Spieth finished off a 6-under 64 just before dark
BUSINESS DIGEST || AT&T Boardman call center hosts hiring event
AT&T Boardman call center will host hiring event boardman AT&T will host a hiring event at the
Focus on medical errors
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service First, do no harm. Doctors get that. They embrace it. It’s
Congress, White House strike a rescue deal for Puerto Rico
Associated Press WASHINGTON House Republicans and Democrats reached a rare, election-year deal
ADI provides DOT with requested information
Aerodynamics sent the U.S. Department of Transportation the information it requested May 3.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Giving Voice to Peace II concert, 7 p.m.: A choir of 250 singers,
Associated Press
Associated Press WASHINGTON Donald Trump kept himself planted firmly in the political spotlight
Fitch art students participate in Pat Catan’s Iron Crafters competition
Pat Catan’s hosted the 12th annual Iron Crafters event on April 16.
Boys track named AAC Runners-Up
The Boardman boys track team finished as AAC Runners-Up for the 2016 season following the
Presentation helps prevent Internet danger
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Mahoning County Career and Technial Center hosted
Katie Dixon, Mark Rowley set June wedding
Donald and Barbara Dixon of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Katie Dixon, and
Tree planted in honor of former student
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown Elementary School hosted a Tree
Glosser-Burns nuptials planned for June 25
Eric and Susan Glosser and Denise Burns and James Phillis are announcing the engagement of their
Austintown Community Briefs
Neighbors features adoptable pets Check out the newest feature of Neighbors, the Adoptable Pets of
Boardman track finishes regular season on high note
The Boardman boys track team concluded the 2016 regular season and celebrated Senior Night with a
Students become Fourth-Grade Foresters
The Boardman Lions Club visited all of the fourth-grade classes in the Boardman School District on April 29 as part of their Fourth-Grade Foresters program.
Canfield Community Briefs
Neighbors features adoptable pets Check out the newest feature of Neighbors, the Adoptable Pets of
Austintown Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants spring sports news Spring sports has begun and Neighbors wants to be there every
Boardman Glenwood H.O.P.E. Club receives Miracle-Gro grant
Boardman Glenwood Middle School’s H.O.P.E. (Helping Our Planet Earth) Club recently received a grant
Kirsten Gibson, Michael Hoelzel are engaged
Announcing their engagement and upcoming wedding are Kirsten Gibson and Michael Hoelzel, both of
Boardman Community Briefs
Neighbors features adoptable pets Check out the newest feature of Neighbors, the Adoptable Pets of
Presentation teaches families about Internet danger
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Mahoning County Career and Technial Center
Fajacks honored at dinner for 60th anniversary
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Fajack of Youngstown celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary at a family
Storkel-Vennitti wedding plans are announced
The parents of the bride-elect, William and Teri Storkel of Poland, are announcing the engagement of
CUMP students enjoy Lil Sprouts Cooking Class
Students at the Canfield United Methodist Preschool had a chance to put their chef hats and aprons on for the school’s monthly Lil Sprouts Cooking Class on April 29.
Poland Sports Briefs
Fall sports parents meeting to be May 31 The Poland High School athletic department has announced
CHC first-graders embark on musical journey
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The first-grade students of C.H. Campbell Elementary School
Poland Community Briefs
Neighbors features adoptable pets Check out the newest feature of Neighbors, the Adoptable Pets of
Scouts help keep park clean
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Whispering Pines District, Greater Western
Pure Cycle to host third annual Cycle for a Cure
Pure Cycle Studio will host its third annual Cycle for a Cure, a five hour spin-a-thon to raise
Company brings garden products to life
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Edison Landscape and Deck Lighting hosted a
Students take mini field trip to the library
Poland North Preschool students headed to the library on April 19 for story time and a craft.
CVMS students walk to conquer diabetes
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield Village Middle School students participated in a
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North Side woman hospitalized after attack by her own dog
Neighbors and family members Thursday had to hit a dog in the head with a baseball bat and run it over with a van to stop him from attacking its owner on Dearborn Avenue.
International news outlets claim Islamic cult material used in Youngstown schools
A video included as a resource in the city schools science curriculum espouses creationism, and published reports claim its producer is an Islamic cult leader and Holocaust denier.
Sentence must be deterrent to others, judge tells ex-auditor Sciortino
A visiting judge said she just couldn’t let former Mahoning County Auditor Michael V. Sciortino “get away” with his repeated illegal use of county computers.
Records were destroyed in former Niles mayor's office, state auditor's letter says
The Ohio Auditor’s Office concluded in 2015 that a “destruction of records” took place at the office of former Mayor Ralph Infante.
Youngstown urged to 'shoot for the moon' on Star Wars project
City officials are hoping the Force is with them as they make a long-shot effort to persuade legendary filmmaker George Lucas to build his “narrative art museum” downtown.
Campbell charter panel chairman threatens to sue if council breaks law
Campbell Law Director Brian Macala defended the legality of a closed-door executive session that occurred earlier this week, saying it involved discussion of an “imminent” lawsuit.
United Way transitioning to support of education, emergency services
The United Way of Youngstown and Mahoning Valley’s 2016 disbursement of $2,331,367 to UW-led initiatives and local nonprofit agencies reflects the organization’s transition to a Community Impact model, which places the focus on education and emergency services.
Supreme Court agrees to hear Boardman home search case
The Ohio Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case in which Boardman police failed to say “search warrant” before they broke down an apartment door to make a drug bust.
DIVA Donations helps families struggling to pay for big school events
For teenage girls and their parents, the hassle of buying a fancy dress to be worn once or twice for a dance, prom or special occasion can be a financial hardship.
St. Joe's president is 2016 Athena Award winner
The 2016 Athena Award winner is Kathy Cook, president of St. Joseph Warren Hospital.
Cincy-based Procter & Gamble says employee was aboard EgyptAir flight
Procter & Gamble says employee was aboard EgyptAir flight
Sciortino gets 4-6 months incarceration for illegally using county computers
A judge sentenced ex-Mahoning County Auditor Michael V. Sciortino to four to six months incarceration at a halfway house today for illegally using county computers for his re-election efforts.
Ohio school district apologizes after student is left asleep on bus
Ohio school district apologizes after student is left asleep on bus
ADI provides info to DOT for final approval of Youngstown/Chicago flights
ADI provides info to DOT for final approval of Youngstown/Chicago flights
ACLU threatens lawsuit over convention protest applications
ACLU threatens lawsuit over convention protest applications
UPDATE | Phil Mickelson to forfeit nearly $1 million in SEC case
Phil Mickelson to forfeit nearly $1 million in SEC case
Mill Creek MetroParks board selection committee to meet
MetroParks board selection committee to meet
Top Boston tourism official arrested on extortion charges
Top Boston tourism official arrested on extortion charges
Stocks fall after Fed signals June rate hike possible
Stocks fall after Fed signals June rate hike possible
Brown, Portman applaud Obama's U.S. attorney nomination
Brown, Portman applaud Obama's U.S. Attorney nomination
State's top court upholds Bennie Adams murder conviction
State's top court upholds Bennie Adams murder conviction
Auditor: Oakhill won’t bankrupt the county
Mahoning County is financially strong, County Auditor Ralph T. Meacham says.
Youngstown’s population continues to decline
The city has lost an average of 471 people annually since the 2010 census. The actual loss is significantly greater than the U.S. Census Bureau estimate.
Walsh Jesuit’s Canzone too much for Fitch bats
The Division I district semifinal ended with a Falcon stranded at third
Personal attacks, near fight mar Niles council meeting
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES Embarrasing. Disgusting. Disgraceful. Those words,
Shorty and Elba Navarro donate $1 million to YSU
The Navarros’ gift will be used for scholarships and to increase campus jobs for students
Distress panel to interview 6 CEO applicants for Youngstown schools
The first round of interviews for the post is next week.
Victorian Players to offer ‘Cat on a Hot Tin Roof’
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Victorian Players will present the Tennessee Williams classic drama
Ursuline makes debut in Division II district against top seed
Niles faces Marlington in other semifinal
Trumbull commissioners unite to defend county dog pound from petition complaints
The Trumbull County commissioners, who had a one-week hiatus from their normally cooperative attitude toward each other, were preaching cooperation again Wednesday as they defended the Trumbull County Dog Pound from an online attack on its executive dog warden, Gwen Logan.
CBS is looking for more laughs with the fall schedule
Matt LeBlanc, Kevin James and Joel McHale all get new sitcoms
Dierks Bentley delves into love on new album
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Dierks Bentley scoring yet another No. 1 hit with his
Stambaugh unveils bands for outdoor concert series
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN This summer’s Bands at the Baugh summer concert series at Stambaugh
Summer music festival preview Ohio ROCKS!
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com The music festivals keep getting closer to Youngstown.
SPORTS DIGEST || AJGA seeking volunteers
AJGA seeking volunteers YOUNGSTOWN The Mill Creek MetroParks Foundation American Junior Golf
Champion, N. Falls advance to district final
Flashes rout Brookfield as Tigers edge Kirtland By charles grove cgrove@vindy.com leavittsburg
Bar crawl in steel mill neighborhood
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Ten bars, restaurants and clubs in the Steelton and Garden District
Campbell council reviews charter amendments to be placed on ballot
During its caucus session, council also discussed a breakdown of the police radio system.
Ex-Mahoning Auditor Sciortino to be sentenced today on felony, misdemeanor
He could face up to 18 months of incarceration
Child porn yields 121-month prison term
A federal judge put a first-time offender in prison for 121 months on child porn charges.
Blaze that killed 3 fast, intense, officials say
Neil Autry confers with fire investigators Wednesday outside his Bryson Street home, which caught fire late Tuesday evening. Killed in the blaze were his daughter and two of his grandchildren. Autry and his wife managed to escape.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Steel Magnolias,” directed by Terri A. Wilkes, Victorian Players Theatre,
Field & Odds for Saturday’s 141st Preakness Stakes
Field & Odds for Saturday’s 141st Preakness Stakes PPHorseTrainerJockeyOdds 1.Cherry
F.Y.I.
Big Chuck, Little John in event for museum CORTLAND Greene Eagle Winery, 2576 Davis-Peck Road,
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK The Angry Birds Movie (PG) Regal Austintown: Fri.-Wed. 9:35; Mon.-Th. 4:05;
NIGHTLIFE
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Fri: Tyler Jenkins Trio, 9 p.m. Barrel33,
Russia faces range of sanctions if state-sponsored doping is proved
Associated Press LONDON The latest allegations of state-sponsored doping in Russia could lead to
POLICE CALLS IN GIRARD, HUBBARD
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Hubbard: GIRARD May 15
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Mahoning County commissioners, 10 a.m., commissioners’ hearing room, Mahoning
Commercial Metal Forming’s parent company files bankruptcy
The bankruptcy is not expected to impact business at Commercial.
Data show Ohio voters switched parties in primary
Associated Press COLUMBUS Swing state Ohio saw its voters sway in the presidential primary, with
Commander: IS trying to regain initiative
Associated Press KUWAIT CITY Deadly bombings in Baghdad may signal a shift in tactics by the
New port authority website to help explain financing tools
The new website for the Western Reserve Port Authority’s economic-development division gives people considering investment in the Mahoning Valley information on financing options.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Stephanie Humphrey and Ricky Peck, Leetonia, boy, May 17.
Youngstown council OKs company to design replacement sewer line
But council didn’t vote on a contract for YSU to assist with writing grants
Dam repairs at parks
Dam repairs at parks COLUMBUS Ohio will invest more than $2 million in dam repairs at three Ohio
Trump lists 11 potential justices; Sanders sharpens critique of Dems
Associated Press WASHINGTON Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump on
Americans more upbeat about own finances than economy
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans are of two minds about the economy in the midst of an
BUSINESS DIGEST || Cerni Motors hosts open house
Cerni open house AUSTINTOWN Cerni Motors, 5751 Cerni Place, will have its second biennial
Remembrance walk planned for families, friends of overdose victims
“Steps of Change” takes place Saturday
METRO DIGEST || Judge Rusu offers free probate education event
Judge Rusu to discuss ‘All Things Probate’ YOUNGSTOWN Do you know what to do when a loved one
oddly enough
oddly enough Police: Woman stole 29,500 quarters ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. An Albuquerque woman is
Urban Farm Plant Sale
Urban Farm Plant Sale When: Saturdays through June 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Details: Plants
There is no research available to determine whether the insects are vanishing FIREFLIES
Mysterious lights flashing in your backyard. They are faint at first, but increasing in number and intensity as the night gets darker and you continue to watch.
Perfect pepper secrets
Perfect pepper secrets Peter Piper didn’t just pick his peppers, he planned before planting them.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.01—.29 Aqua America, .71
Pain meds user rejects addict label
Opinion: By Nicole Hussey Los Angeles Times Not all pain medication users are addicts. That sentence had
Creeping Charlie? Violets?
Creeping Charlie? Violets? Whether in your lawn, or creeping into your landscape beds, these are
Trump’s refusal to release tax returns not surprising
Editorial: Since the day he rode down the escalator in his iconic building in New York City to announce his
Grim choices in presidential race
Opinion: We must frankly face the fact that the front-runners in both political parties represent a new low,
Reduce disease in veggie gardens
Q. Are there any preventive cultural practices that I can use to reduce disease in my vegetable
Enough with the mosques
Opinion: By Zulfi Ahmed The Dallas Morning News My fellow Muslims, we have been labeled terrorists or
Salem theater to present Broadway cabaret
Staff report SALEM Salem Community Theatre will present “People Will Say We’re in Love,” a
Larimer guides Western Reserve past Jackson-Milton for district title
Blue Devils won their third consecutive Division IV district title
Studio will turn Tetris game into film
By LOUISE WATT Associated Press BEIJING It lacks the building blocks of characters and a plot
Irving shines in demolition of the Raptors
Irving pulled off a few other dizzying spins and other did-he-just-do-that moves while finishing with 27 points, five assists and two steals
A life that you can identify with
If you are reading this, there is a good chance that you can relate to “Rust Belt Boy,” a memoir in
Curry, Warriors even series against Thunder
Stephen Curry scored 15 straight points in less than 2 minutes during one dazzling third-quarter stretch
NBA PLAYOFFS
NBA PLAYOFFS Game 2: WeSTERN Conference Finals Warriors118 Thunder91 Series is tied 1-1
Passenger plane missing over Egypt, airline says
Tribune News Service CAIRO An EgyptAir flight from Paris to Cairo with 69 people on board
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Mahoning County is 'fiscally solid,' Auditor Meacham says
Mahoning County still owes $11.4 million of the $15.2 million it borrowed to renovate Oakhill Renaissance Place, plus more than $3 million in interest on the remaining debt.
Subdued North Side man describes blaze that claimed daughter, grandkids
Neil Autry’s first thoughts when he was roused by a loud noise late Tuesday night at his North Side home was about the safety of his two young grandchildren.
California transfers water restrictions to communities, despite objections
California decided Wednesday to allow hundreds of local water districts to set their own conservation goals after a wet winter eased the five-year drought in some parts of the state.
Navarros donate $1M to YSU for student jobs, scholarships
A Boardman couple’s $1 million gift to Youngstown State University will be used to fund scholarships and increase the number of campus jobs available to students.
6 CEO candidates to be interviewed May25-26
The city schools academic distress commission will interview six people for the district chief executive officer job and extend the deadline to allow to more candidates to apply.
Sciortino to be sentenced Thursday, prison time not expected
A judge will sentence ex-Mahoning County Auditor Michael V. Sciortino today for one felony and one misdemeanor for illegally using county computers to organize two golf fundraisers for his re-election.
12th 'Unity in Community' parade, day set for June 4
Presenting youth in a positive light and showcasing resources in the Mahoning Valley to help them remains the primary purpose behind the “Unity in the Community” parade and Community Day.
6 to be interviewed for Youngstown schools CEO post
6 to be interviewed for Youngstown schools CEO post
Campbell school board has special meeting Thursday
Campbell school board has special meeting Thursday
New Middletown man gets fed prison term on child-porn charges
New Middletown man gets fed prison term on child-porn charges
Mahoning County Auditor Ralph T. Meacham on Vindy Talk Radio on Thursday
Mahoning County Auditor Ralph T. Meacham speaks Thursday on Vindy Talk Radio
Numerous Ohio voters switched parties in primary contest
Numerous Ohio voters switched parties in primary contest
FIRE UPDATE | Fire chief says blaze does not appear intentional
The State Fire Marshal is now investigating the blaze that was reported just after 11:45 p.m. Tuesday at a two-and-a-half story wooden frame home at 1524 Bryson St.
UPDATE | Police find missing 3-year-old on East Side
Police searching for missing 3-year-old boy on East Side
Boardman police investigating one attempted robbery, arrest suspect in another robbery
Boardman police investigating one attempted robbery, arrest suspect in another robbery
Commercial Metal Forming’s parent company files bankruptcy
Commercial Metal Forming’s parent company files bankruptcy
Meacham: Oakhill tenants cover most of the operating costs
Meacham: Oakhill tenants cover most of the operating costs
Boardman police take action on a pair of retail thefts
Boardman police take action on a pair of retail thefts
UPDATE: | EgyptAir plane most likely crashed into sea, Egyptian spokesman says
An EgyptAir flight from Paris to Cairo carrying 59 passengers and 10 crew disappeared from radar early Thursday morning, the airline said.
Clinton ekes out Ky. win; Sanders takes Ore.
Associated Press WASHINGTON Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders battled to a neck-and-neck
DiCioccio pitches Western Reserve into district final rematch
The Blue Devils will meet Jackson-Milton in a district final tonight.
Poland superintendent offers different take on field-trip issue
School-district officials dispute the version of a story regarding school field trips that has circulated throughout the community, and which was presented by a high-school student at a board meeting this week.
Mooney ousted by defending champions
Clay Davies’ RBI single in the bottom of the seventh won it for Canton Central Catholic.
First days in office bring challenges for new Niles treasurer
Interim city Treasurer Janet Rizer-Jones is faced with depositing more than $150K in income-tax checks that go back to April
J-M hitters jump on McDonald early
The Bluejays will meet Western Reserve in a district final tonight.
Youngstown schools give back to donors
About 70 individuals, businesses and organizations participate in the Adopt-A-School program
Early errors costly for Canfield in district final
Canfield softball team played mostly solid defense on Monday during its Division I semifinal win over Boardman, but a couple early errors were the difference
East High team heads to global competition
A member of an opposing team approached the East High group for advice in dealing with bullies
Larivee gives YSU walk-off victory
YSU’s Alex Larivee singled home Jonny Miller with one out in the bottom of the 11th inning.
ABC to add Kiefer Sutherland drama, comedies
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK Kiefer Sutherland will play a low-level Cabinet
Valley steel marketing chief to speak on career
Staff report LIBERTY Bill Farragher, the Youngstown native who was the project manager of the
Clapton continues battle on new album ‘I Still Do’
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK Eric Clapton, a Belieber? The 71-year-old
Boardman, Fitch hot at the right time
Both local teams will need to be on top of their games when the Division I baseball tournament begins today at Bob Cene Park in Struthers
First Night launches button art contest
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN First Night Youngstown is seeking entries from the region’s artists for
Warren committee recommending passage of state’s first bestiality ordinance
Because of the bizarre nature of the conduct, it’s difficult to know how prevalent it is for people to have sex with animals.
prep roundup | Tuesday’s other games
DIVISION I DISTRICT TENNIS Canfield doubles teams bow out OBERLIN Both of Canfield’s
76ers, Lakers, Celtics get top NBA draft spots
76ers, Lakers, Celtics get top NBA draft spots NEW YORK The Philadelphia 76ers have won the NBA
Prosecutors file appeal objecting to Yavorcik’s probation
They asked a judge to put him in prison for five to nine years
Youngstown council mulls spending $400K to design sewer line
Council will also be asked to OK a chemical alarm system at the city’s wastewater treatment plant
Mercy Health breaks ground on new Howland Medical Center
The $14.5 million facility will be built alongside the 22,000-square-foot Howland Surgery Center
Youngstown to get $60K to boost health of low-income residents
Youngstown was among 50 cities nationwide receiving the
27 people seek Youngstown Schools CEO position
The panel charged with selecting a Youngstown Schools CEO meets today
Meacham to release financial findings on Oakhill
The findings will concern the county’s costs of acquiring, renovating and incurring debt for Oakhill, as well as its operating costs. The building is now about half-occupied.
Bombings kill 69 in Baghdad
Associated Press BAGHDAD A wave of bombings struck outdoor markets and a restaurant in Shiite-
METRO DIGEST || Trail hours extended
Trail hours extended BOARDMAN Mill Creek MetroParks Board of Commissioners has extended the
BUSINESS DIGEST || Senate approves credit legislation
Parents could block attempts to open credit accounts COLUMBUS The Ohio Senate approved
Report: Segregation is rising
Associated Press WASHINGTON Six decades after the Supreme Court outlawed separating students by
Fine dining is par for the course at Bronzwood Golf Club
IF YOU GO Where: Bronzwood Golf Club Address: 9645 Kinsman-Pymatuning Road, Kinsman Phone:
Walk this way: Tribe wins big against Reds
Rajai Davis had three hits, drove in three runs and scored four, and Cleveland benefited from four straight bases-loaded walks.
Authorities: Ohio cop stole $26K from charity program
Associated Press RICHFIELD, OHIO Authorities say a Northeast Ohio police officer stole more than
Housing trend rooted in agriculture
Associated Press DAVIS, Calif. “How ya gonna keep ’em down on the farm?” asks the old song. The
Report: GMO crops not harmful
Chicago Tribune (TNS) CHICAGO Genetically engineered crops present no more risk to human health
Lightning feel upbeat at home
The Tampa Bay Lightning are back home after splitting the first two games of the Eastern Conference finals, feeling good about themselves, though hardly satisfied
Television series released on DVD this week include:
Television series released on DVD this week include: v “Orange Is the New Black” season 3: The
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Western Reserve Transit Authority trustees, 3 p.m., WRTA board room, 604 Mahoning
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Potentially cancer-causing chemical found in ex-landfill
Associated Press CONCORD, N.H. The state has found a potentially cancer-causing chemical in
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Stefanie Hernan and Patrick O’Hara, Youngstown, girl, May
Surplus food
Surplus food New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St., Youngstown, various commodities, 9 to
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.30.02 Aqua America, .71
Company indicted in Calif. oil spill
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A Texas oil pipeline company responsible for spilling more than
TOMORROW in valley 24
TOMORROW in valley 24 A look at multiday rock and country music festivals in the region this
Gluten-free chicken noodle salad
By Gretchen McKay Pittsburgh Post-Gazette There are no noodles in this colorful chicken salad,
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses William C. Payne, 26, of 586 Edison St., Struthers,
Warren auditor gets OK to learn ‘guideline sentence range’ for charge he faces
A federal judge has granted Warren Auditor Anthony Natale’s request to have federal probation officers investigate his background
Transgender restroom not new for Seattle schools
Associated Press SEATTLE In progressive Seattle, a presidential order that public schools give
Distracted engineer blamed in wreck
Distracted engineer blamed in wreck WASHINGTON The Amtrak engineer whose speeding train ran off
CEO: Mall operators must change
Associated Press LAS VEGAS The co-CEO of Westfield Corp., one of the world’s largest mall
US launches investigation into doping claims
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. prosecutors are investigating claims that dozens of top Russian
Seven Valley schools recognized for student growth
Jackson-Milton Elementary and Middle schools earned Momentum Awards from the state
METRO DIGEST || Bell convicted of robbery
Convicted of robbery YOUNGSTOWN A jury has convicted a 20-year-old Broadway man of robbery and
Trumbull County Family Court gets $406K in state money
Some of the money comes from the Ohio Supreme Court
Pirates reach season-high in hits in win against Braves
Pittsburgh jumped on Atlanta starter Aaron Blair for nine runs then held on late while pounding out a season-high 21 hits
Twitter considers ditching the limit
Associated Press NEW YORK Many Twitter users – and more importantly, the billions more who don’t
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Mercy Health breaks ground today on new Howland facility
The former 6,000-square-foot Mercy Health urgent care and office building on Niles-Cortland Road has been removed to make way for the 50,000-square-foot Howland Medical Center.
Meacham to address Oakhill costs at press conference Wednesday
Mahoning County Auditor Ralph T. Meacham will conduct a news conference at 9 a.m. Wednesday in the county courthouse basement meeting room to discuss financial information pertaining to Oakhill Renaissance Place, which has been mired in a long history of political controversy and civil and criminal legal proceedings.
Poland Superintendent Janofa says state informed him of field trip violations
School-district officials dispute the version of a story regarding school field trips that has circulated throughout the community, and which was presented by a high-school student at a board meeting this week.
Youngstown schools thank community helpers with luncheon
It takes more than papers and books, chalk and pencils to educate children.
After feud with Britain's prime minister, Trump says he's open to talks with North Korea's dictator
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump says he’s open to speaking with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to try to halt the communist nation’s nuclear program.
UPDATE | Clinton, Sanders get 25 delegates each in Kentucky primary
Just 118 short of the delegates needed to win the Democratic presidential nomination, Hillary Clinton remains on track to do so by early June.
Bestiality law must be considered after incident, Warren law director says
Even raising the issue of bestiality makes people uncomfortable.
East Imagination team counts state performance as 2 wins
The East High School Destination Imagination Team earned entry to the contest’s Global Finals, but even if they hadn’t, team members would have considered the state competition a win.
Niles interim treasurer finds unprocessed tax checks, violating state law
Interim city Treasurer Janet Rizer-Jones has been on the job only three days in this city in the throes of fiscal emergency.
Yavorcik prosecutors: Probation sentence is 'contrary to law'
Prosecutors in the corruption case of Martin Yavorcik filed an appeal saying his sentence of five years of probation for eight felonies in the Oakhill Renaissance Place corruption scandal was “contrary to law.”
Youngstown council to weigh $5M sewer line replacement
City council will consider legislation today to spend up to $400,000 to hire a company to design and oversee the replacement of its largest and likely oldest sewer line.
Trump appears 'sheepish' in Megyn Kelly interview; Hillary files 2015 earnings
Donald Trump and Megyn Kelly are calling a truce.
Transformer malfunction caused power outage for 10K in Austintown, Youngstown
Transformer malfunction caused power outage for 10K in Austintown, Youngstown
OSHP investigating tractor-trailer accident in Southington
OSHP investigating tractor-trailer accident in Southington
Meacham to release financial study of Oakhill on Wednesday
Meacham to release financial study of Oakhill on Wednesday
NTSB blames distracted engineer for deadly Amtrak wreck
NTSB blames distracted engineer for deadly Amtrak wreck
Bergdahl to be court-martialed under new commander-in-chief
Bergdahl to be court-martialed under new commander-in-chief
Ohio Senate further discusses legalizing medical marijuana Wednesday
Ohio Senate further discusses legalizing medical marijuana Wednesday
Bombings kill 62 on sixth day of blood-soaked week in Baghdad
Bombings kill 68 on sixth day of blood-soaked week in Baghdad
Trumbull County Family Court gets $406K in state money
Trumbull County Family Court gets $406K in state money
Mercy Health breaks ground on new Howland Medical Center
Mercy Health breaks ground on new Howland Medical Center
Reward offered in playground stabbing of 7-year-old in Ohio
Reward offered in playground stabbing of 7-year-old in Ohio
Prison time awaits man after convicted of attack, robbery
Prison time awaits man after convicted of attack, robbery
Bridge conspirator list release is delayed by appeals court
Bridge conspirator list release is delayed by appeals court
Bail bondsman helps police catch teenage kidnapping suspects
Bail bondsman helps police catch teenage kidnapping suspects
Grammy-winning Tejano star Emilio Navaira, 53, dies in Texas
Grammy-winning Tejano star Emilio Navaira, 53, dies in Texas
Police say man had 2 kids in car when cited for OVI
Police say man had 2 kids in car when cited for OVI
Goodwill encourages spring cleaning
Goodwill offers cleaning tips while encouraging spring cleaning.
Poland schools nix field trips over bus-fee dispute
School officials remained silent when a Poland student asked for consequences for high school staff’s actions in response to him questioning field trip fees
New Newton Falls chief will be the first female fire chief in Trumbull County
Anita M. Smith will replace retiring Fire Chief Rick Bauman
Practice of Holy Yoga leads to spiritual and physical benefits
Bethanie Meredith is a certified instructor.
All elementary students’ birthdays celebrated this week
The celebrations continue at Harding Elementary today and Paul C. Bunn, MLK and Taft Thursday and Friday
A former Youngstown resident is coordinating an effort to paint a house on the four sides of the city
About 300 volunteers will participate in the effort on Saturday and Sunday
Ted Danson returns to NBC this fall
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK Ted Danson returns to NBC’s Thursday night
List of CEO applicants grows
The city schools academic distress commission will meet at 4 p.m. Wednesday
Fox’s new lineup includes series based on movies
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK Fox’s fall schedule will feel like a trip to the
Stoops brother share memories for a cause
More than 500 people were in attendance at The Lake Club on Monday night.
Indians wallop Reds
The Indians finally had a breather Monday night, thanks to season highs in runs and hits.
Trump’s questioning of value of data worries Republicans
Associated Press ATLANTA Donald Trump says he plans to win the White House largely on the
Ex-kids’ show host pleads not guilty to rape charges
Ex-kids’ show host pleads not guilty to rape charges ALEXANDRIA, La. A former children’s show
Panel to meet
Panel to meet YouNGstown The Youngstown Charter Review Commission will meet at 5:30 p.m. today
Presidential libraries too costly
Opinion: By Dan McGinn Chicago Tribune Recently it was revealed that President Barack Obama intends to
Israeli leaders clash over army’s role
Associated Press JERUSALEM A public spat between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his
Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway bought 9.8 million shares of Apple.
Associated Press OMAHA, Neb. Investors might question Warren Buffett’s long-standing aversion to
Court dodges birth-control decision
Associated Press WASHINGTON A short-handed Supreme Court dodged but kept alive a legal challenge
Hillary has big job for Bill: the economy
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. Hillary Clinton has a big job in mind for her husband if she
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Timothy B. Baker, 30, of 462 Oakridge Drive,
Ex-St. Louis officer charged with murder in 2011 shooting
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. A former St. Louis police officer was ordered held without
Utica’s May production expected to increase
U.S. Energy Information Administration’s drilling productivity report released on Monday.
BUSINESS DIGEST || More new business filings in April 2016 over April 2015
New businesses COLUMBUS Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted on Monday announced 9,306 new
Associated Press
Associated Press BOSTON A 64-year-old cancer patient has received the nation’s first penis
Gannett raises bid for Tribune
Chicago Tribune (TNS) CHICAGO Gannett raised its all-cash offer to acquire Tribune Publishing to
Radio host Glenn Beck meeting with Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg set
Associated Press NEW YORK Radio host Glenn Beck and American Enterprise Institute president
Interest rates mixed at Treasury auction
Associated Press WASHINGTON Interest rates on short-term Treasury bills were mixed in Monday’s
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Jordan and Stacy Williams, East Liverpool, boy, May 15.
Due process kicked off campus
Opinion: WASHINGTON Academia’s descent into perpetual hysteria and incipient tyranny is partly fueled by
Hubbard City Council considers bringing term extensions before voters
Proposed ballot measure would increase council term to four years instead of two.
Portman hopeful on anti-drug bill
Associated Press CINCINNATI Ohio’s Republican U.S. senator said Monday he expects the nation’s
Youngstown man charged by Boardman police for weekend chase
Suspect reportedly fled from police, smoked crack
New medical center
New medical center HOWLAND Mercy Health – Youngstown broke ground at 10 a.m. today for its new
oddly enough
oddly enough These beasts are beauties: India has bovine beauty pageant ROHTAK, India Even
YEARS AGO
years ago Today is Tuesday, May 17, the 138th day of 2016. There are 228 days left in the year.
California looking to raise cigarette tax by $2 a pack
Associated Press SAN DIEGO A campaign to raise California’s cigarette tax by $2 a pack said
Former Warren teacher resigns, charged with drug offense
Warren superintendent says he was never told of phone call from prosecutor in former teacher’s criminal case
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Western Reserve Port Authority Board of Directors, 8:30 a.m., economic
USDA not alone in counting mosquitoes
Associated Press The USDA isn’t alone in trying to fill data gaps about invasive and disease-
Beason pleads in 2015 robbery; faces 6 more years in prison
Robbery spree already yielded 8 years for Akron crimes
Woman arrested
Woman arrested AUSTINTOWN Officers arrested a Warren woman after she purportedly walked her
More than $1 million approved for YSU building upgrades
The improvement projects are part of campus-wide YSU update plan
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.29.09 Aqua America, .71
YSU continues to benefit from Watsons’ generosity
Editorial: The $1 million donation from Frank and Norma Watson of Canfield to Youngstown State University is
Tiger: ‘Progressing nicely,’ but gives no date for return
Woods, 40, hasn’t played since last August, and he’s fallen to no. 524 in the world ranking.
YSU continues to benefit
Editorial: YSU continues to benefit from Watsons’ generosity The $1 million donation from Frank and Norma
Resist overuse of antibiotics
Mayo Clinic News Network A new study shows an estimated 30 percent of outpatient oral antibiotic
More pressure on girls
Opinion: By Heidi Stevens Chicago Tribune It’s a bit of a chicken-and-egg conundrum, the way we talk to
Celebrate Life
Celebrate Life PHILADELPHIA On Friday, Struthers resident Terrie Mamounis returns to Cancer
Live music on television shows this week include:
Live music on television shows this week include: v Coldplay: Tonight on “Late Show With Stephen
More High School results
REGULAR SEASON BASEBALL Springfield 7, Niles 2 NILES Travis Whitecotton had three hits and
SPORTS digest
Phantom Fireworks giving away Cavs seats YOUNGSTOWN Phantom Fireworks is teaming up with the
South Range falls to defending champs
Clay Davies threw seven shutout innings for the top-seeded Crusaders, allowing three hits and zero walks
Wroblewski’s new job means coaching search for Phantoms
For the second time in 11 months, the Youngstown Phantoms are searching for a head coach.
South Range, Waterloo win at Springfield
Caragyn Yanek limits Cardinal Mooney to four hits; Ursuline falls in excruciating fashion.
Kovach’s home run sparks Canfield rout
Last month, Canfield freshman Kalin Kovach was on Canfield’s junior varsity softball team.
Joyce power Pirates past hapless Braves
Matt Joyce made the most of his opportunity filling in for Sterling Narte.
Small ball carries Mooney past Crestview
The Cardinals (18-7) will play Canton Central Catholic at Cene Park today at 6:30 p.m. for the district title.
Monday, May 16 (91 stories)
Proposed measure would extend terms of office for Hubbard council members
Proposed measure would extend terms of office for Hubbard council members
It was birthday celebration time for schoolkids at Holmes Elementary
It was birthday celebration time for schoolkids at Holmes Elementary
New Newton Falls chief will be the first female fire chief in Trumbull County
New Newton Falls chief will be the first female fire chief in Trumbull County
Hubbard to honor city police officers Tuesday morning
Hubbard to honor city police officers Tuesday morning
Prodigy artist returns to Butler Institute of American Art
Prodigy artist returns to Butler Institute of American Art
UPDATE | Mill Creek MetroParks board meeting gets ugly, jeers, booing reported
Mill Creek MetroParks board meeting gets ugly, jeers, booing reported
Large crowd at tonight's Mill Creek MetroParks meeting
Large crowd at tonight's Mill Creek MetroParks meeting
UPDATE | Trooper injured in Springfield Township crash
Trooper injured in Springfield Township crash
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Salvation Army of Mahoning County Women’s Auxiliary will host its annual spring basket
Struthers students receive awards at YSU Press Day
Struthers students receive awards at YSU Press Day
Hearing today for man charged in shooting 2 cops Friday in New Hampshire
Man accused of shooting 2 police officers pleads not guilty
Crews search Alabama river for missing 5-year-old girl
Crews search Alabama river for missing 5-year-old girl
WWI era bomb found at park office safely detonated
World War I era bomb found at park office safely detonated
Corpus Christi gets foot of rain, some roads flooded
Corpus Christi gets foot of rain, some roads flooded
Ex-Ivy league professor denied early release in wife’s death
Ex-Ivy league professor denied early release in wife’s death
Residents in northern New England awaken to snow in mid-May
Residents in northern New England awaken to snow in mid-May
Controlling board OK's funds for YSU, Valley projects
Controlling board OK's funds for YSU, Valley projects
UPDATE | Amid pickets, Boccieri renews call for changing board appointments
Boccieri renews call for changing park board appointments
Pair face charges after false 'missing man' report
Pair face charges after false 'missing man' report
Supreme Court avoids major ruling in birth control dispute
Supreme Court avoids major ruling in birth control dispute
State routes 518, 7 to see road work in Columbiana County
State routes 518, 7 to see road work in Columbiana County
Boston cancer patient receives first penis transplant in US
Cancer patient receives first penis transplant in US
Parts of South Texas face heavy rain, flooding, more storms
Parts of South Texas face heavy rain, flooding, more storms
Plea hearing for #Florida man in #Jewish Center bomb plot
Plea hearing for Florida man in Jewish Center bomb plot
Video gaps exist in #Baltimore suspect's death
Gaps found in footage of Freddie Gray’s arrest, transport
Recovered boat belonging to missing teens back in #Florida
Recovered boat belonging to missing teens back in Florida
Father, son arrested in bizarre #Utah entrapment case
Hours after dad gives up, son in Utah entrapment case caught
Howland High's pop a capella choir to release CD May 23
Howland High's pop a capella choir to release CD May 23
Southwoods celebrates 20 years with a concert for the Valley
Southwoods, Eric Ryan Productions and Covelli Centre bring in Lionel Richie for Aug. 27 concert.
Faith keeps the flame of Falcon Camp going
Falcon Camp, a free summer lunch and enrichment program, will return on June 13.
Fed Rule Changes Jeopardize Fairhaven Adult Workshops
Fed Rule Changes Jeopardize Fairhaven Adult Workshops
Get overdose antidote, Ohio urges drug users’ loved ones
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio is urging drug users’ relatives and friends and other members of
Catholic Charities in Youngstown diocese served 33,645 people in 2015
The annual survey details the scope of services.
Ohio Valley Teen Challenge is a faith-based solution for the drug epidemic
The program is for men 18 and older
Children thrive as center turns 5
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN When asked about his favorite things to see and do
IS attack, bombings kill 29 across Iraq
Associated Press BAGHDAD The Islamic State group launched a coordinated assault Sunday on a
Keffler, Terlesky persevere in not so GREATEST conditions for first juniors event
Young golfers brave cold and snow
Video game review
“Uncharted 4” Grade: A Details: Sony, for the PlayStation 4, $59.99 Everyone has a relative
Flynn Auto Group JUNIOR QUALIFIER Squaw Creek scores
Boys 17U Brian Terlesky (Q)* 83 Jimmy Graham 83 Bobby Jonda 84 Anthony Graziano 84
Vindy wins 7 top Ohio honors
Staff/wire report COLUMBUS The Vindicator received 20 awards Sunday for journalistic excellence
YSU 2016 SPRING GRADS
GRADUATE STUDIES & RESEARCH Doctor of Education Lora Annette Adams-King Nicholas V. Cascarelli
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Shannon Averill and Thomas Spicker II, Youngstown, boy,
SOUTHWOODS CELEBRATES 20 YEARS
SOUTHWOODS CELEBRATES 20 YEARS The Surgical Hospital at Southwoods will celebrate its 20 years in
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday McDonald Village Council, 6 p.m. caucus, meeting to follow, municipal building,
‘Captain America’ reigns at No. 1
‘Captain America’ reigns at No. 1 LOS ANGELES It’s a “Captain America” weekend at the box office
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Austin S. Byard, 20, of 6092 Shaffer Road, Warren,
YEARS AGO
Today is Monday, May 16, the 137th day of 2016. There are 229 days left in the year. Associated
Big gift for YSU
Big gift for YSU YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University officials will announce a major, seven-
Will robot cars drive traffic congestion off a cliff?
Associated Press WASHINGTON Self-driving cars are expected to usher in a new era of mobility,
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO TODAY 5 p.m. (NBCSN) Cycling: Tour of California Stage 2. 6 p.m. (STO) (WKBN-AM
Netanyahu blasts Iran for mocking Holocaust
Associated Press JERUSALEM Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lashed out at Iran on
Clinton will need thicker skin
Opinion: By Gary Stein Sun Sentinel Hillary Clinton is qualified, strong and certainly has the chops to
Business plan winners crowned at Grove City College
The competition included 25 teams of 45 students
Ohio Senate must act fast to protect drinking water
Editorial: Before and during the water crises earlier this year in Flint, Mich., and nearby Sebring Village,
iTunes official top albums music chart for the week ending May 12:
iTunes official top albums music chart for the week ending May 12: v Radiohead: “A Moon Shaped
Joseph Craig recognized for service
Joseph Craig recognized for service BERLIN CENTER Joseph Craig was presented with a special
Reader dislikes wraps in her paper
Dear Readers: Today’s sound off is about newspapers with “wrap-arounds” on the front section. “My
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Real $2 bill leads to cash confusion at school in Houston HOUSTON Danesiah Neal
As Clinton, Sanders visit Ky., is Trump sounding like a Dem?
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. Hillary Clinton is making a big final push in Kentucky, where
Walls won’t solve ills, Obama tells graduates
Associated Press PISCATAWAY, N.J. President Barack Obama on Sunday urged college graduates to
Trump’s smoke & mirrors
Opinion: WASHINGTON One of the chief policy mysteries of Donald Trump’s campaign platform is how he intends
SPORTS digest
Northern Kentucky sweeps YSU in baseball HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, KY. Northern Kentucky erupted for
App shows damage from Canada wildfire
App shows damage from Canada wildfire FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta Alberta’s provincial government has
Prince Harry is hero behind games to recognize wounded warriors
Opinion: By David Whitley Orlando Sentinel It’s hard to say what was the best moment of Sunday night’s
Sunday, May 15 (91 stories)
Bible-based summer camp to set up at Austintown Elementary School
Falcon Camp is designed as an enrichment and nutrition program
Coordinated terror attacks by Islamic State kill at least 29 today
An attack at an Iraq gas plant killed 14
'Captain America' easily holds on to top spot at box office for second consecutive week
Some newcomers, however, did fare relatively well
Have a loved one hooked on heroin or opioids? Have antidote handy
That's a key message of a six-month awareness campaign in Ohio that starts Monday
Catholic Charities helped 33,645 people in Youngstown Diocese in 2015
Eighty-seven percent of them live below the federal poverty line
Hillary Clinton tries to clear obstacles in Ky., Ore. primaries this week
She hopes to eke out a win against Bernie Sanders in Kentucky but concedes Oregon to the independent senator
Vindicator receives 20 awards at annual Associated Press ceremony
Vindicator Editor Todd Franko has been named a director for the Associated Press Media Editors of Ohio
Women of Distinction luncheon planned
Youngstown National Council of Negro Women will sponsor an award luncheon Saturday at Holiday Inn, Boardman.
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: Giving Voice to Peace II, a choral concert with orchestra When: 7 p.m. Friday
Memorializing the forgotten
Tod Homestead Cemetery Association will be honoring 1,800 forgotten people
Purple Cat clients celebrate prom
Purple Cat offers programs for adults with mental and physical disabilities.
UAW 1112 retirees talk life at Lordstown
More than 16 million vehicles have been produced in 50 years at the Lordstown plant.
Local NAACP chapter reluctantly endorses Youngstown Plan
The chapter president said state intervention is needed to correct the local school board’s failures.
GM Lordstown a part of the Valley’s story for 50 years
GM and UAW Local 1112 will host a 50th Anniversary Open House event at Lordstown Complex East Friday.
Concert will unite 250 choral singers for peace
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Stambaugh Chorus has assembled 250 singers
A fresh look at Lincoln
A fresh look at Lincoln Associated Press NEW YORK Before Sidney Blumenthal was a White House
Veteran actors look back on a TV classic "Roots" rewind
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK ABC bosses weren’t sure anyone would watch.
Vocalist in cabaret show at the DeYor
Vocalist in cabaret show at the DeYor Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Easy Street Productions’ cabaret
COACHES brings burgers to Niles, Boardman
Patrick and Stacy Howlett have added two new restaurants to the Mahoning Valley.
SPORTS digest
Sharon Speedway races washed out HARTFORD Heavy morning rains coupled with a forecast calling
Rescue yourself, child with sleep routine
Tribune News Service (TNS) Q. My daughter, who just turned 3, has a surge of energy after dinner
The George Bellino Memorial Scholarship Fund Outing is May 20.
The George Bellino Memorial Scholarship Fund Outing is May 20.
Youngstown schools CEO can tap KnowledgeWorks
Editorial: Four years ago, officials of a Cincinnati-based education- reform organization unveiled a plan for
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Stacie Young and Roman Hernandez, Youngstown, boy, May
Ryan honors finalists in art competition
Ryan honors finalists in art competition YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Rep Tim Ryan of Howland, D-13th,
Five stand out as possible running mate for Trump
Los Angeles Times (TNS) WASHINGTON Donald Trump has essentially seized the Republican
Support bill to let Ohioans die on own terms; cheers to Vindy and Bertram; clean up Market Street; LGBTs not born that way
Opinion: Support bill to let Ohioans die on their own terms Talking about death is difficult. As technology
Bad news batters Olympics past, present, future
Associated Press LONDON Doping scandals. Bribery allegations. Fears about Zika. Political,
For the week of May 15, 2016
Lyda A. Swift et al to Robert Montalto, Saint Ursula Drive, Canfield, $418,000. Brandon L. Bower
Indy 500 selling out area hotel rooms
Indy 500 selling out area hotel rooms INDIANAPOLIS The 100th running of the Indianapolis 500 is
More than a race
By BETH J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor INDIANAPOLIS It’s a big year for a big race. May 29 will
YEARS AGO
Today is Sunday, May 15, the 136th day of 2016. There are 230 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Woman running for bus is struck, killed
Associated Press COLUMBUS A woman has died after falling beneath the wheels of a bus in
‘Steps of Change’ event is Saturday in Youngstown
Keynote speaker is Joseph M. Pinjuh, an assistant U.S. attorney
Best apps for family stargazing
One of my all-time favorite movies is “Contact.” The movie, based on the book “Contact” by Carl
CREATING A BUZZ
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO At the Clift Hotel in San Francisco, there are more than 370
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Hubbard school board, 5:30 p.m., work session followed by regular session at 7 p.m.
Parts of state Routes 165, 303 and 534 close Monday
Culvert and bridge replacement and bridge repair projects will close roads Monday.
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Associated Press
Associated Press SEATTLE Hundreds of climate activists marched Saturday to the site of two
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Northern Hancock Bank and Trust Co. v. Jennifer
Web ad slams Trump on taxes
Los Angeles Times (TNS) Hillary Clinton has joined a chorus of Democrats and Republicans who in
3 slain near beach in Acapulco
3 slain near beach in Acapulco MEXICO CITY Mexican authorities say three men were gunned down in
Associated Press
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan Afghanistan is expected to finalize a peace deal with a
Playhouse's "Funny Thing" will leave you laughing
By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com Tragedy? Who needs it? Let The Youngstown Playhouse make
Clinton campaign tends to look a bit less exciting
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Rock-concert rallies versus intimate town halls. Adoring
LIMELIGHTS & CAREER PATHS
REALTY Real Living Volpini Realty Group recently announced that Jason Farulla joined the company
Business owners want specifics on policies
Associated Press NEW YORK Small-business owners say it’s time the presidential candidates
‘Healthy’ debate – FDA to reassess definition
Associated Press NEW YORK The Food and Drug Administration will reevaluate its definition of
Transformers
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (TNS) When it comes to decorating your home, furniture is always top of
50 YEARS OF ROLLIN’ OUT CARS
Important moments in the General Motors Lordstown Complex’s 50-year history. February 1956: The
Costs for long-term care keep climbing, study says
Associated Press Long-term care grew more expensive again this year, with the cost of the priciest
Saturday’s OTHER MLB GAMES
Saturday’s OTHER MLB GAMES Yankees 2, White Sox 1 NEW YORK Dellin Betances, Andrew Miller
The Spring Trail Intrepid Challenge 25K is May 21 at Mill Creek Park.
The Spring Trail Intrepid Challenge 25K is May 21 at Mill Creek Park.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Lindsay Renea Dance Theatre’s Celebrate Life concert, 4 p.m.: The
BUSINESS DIGEST || BBB Torch Awards set for June 8
BBB celebrates businesses, leaders Poland The Better Business Bureau serving Columbiana,
publishers weekly best-sellers
publishers weekly best-sellers For the week ending May 8 HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “15th
Small-car deals abound as buyers shift to SUVs
Associated Press DETROIT Louis Cervi was looking to buy a small car for basic transportation,
Barb Wollitz triumphs at Bedford Trails
Frank Santisi has best round for Shooting Gallery at Firestone Farms
Saturday on the links
Saturday on the links More pro golf results SYMETRA CLASSIC CHARLOTTE, N.C. Kendall Dye
Duke of GOP hazard
Opinion: Thousands of self-styled paragons of political and social virtue – Republicans – will descend on
Penguins, Lightning off to chippy start in East finals
Bolts’ Callahan won’t be suspended for hit on Letang
TNR for feral cats has its down sides
Opinion: By Donald K. ALLEN Special to The Vindicator Recent articles in the The Vindicator discuss the
Keep your lawn green and use less water
As much as half of the water we use to irrigate our lawns and gardens is wasted because of runoff
Saturday, May 14 (97 stories)
1,800 people to be memorialized at Tod Homestead Cemetery
1,800 people to be memorialized at Tod Homestead Cemetery
Local NAACP chapter reluctantly endorses The Youngstown Plan
Local NAACP chapter reluctantly endorses The Youngstown Plan
General Motors celebrates half-century in the Mahoning Valley
General Motors celebrates half-century in the Mahoning Valley
Hours after prom, 2 N.J. girls killed when car strikes tree
Hours after prom, 2 girls killed when car strikes tree
New "Fast & Furious" film to begin filming in Cleveland
New ’Fast & Furious’ film to begin filming in Cleveland
Wary of rust, Cavs sweat in gym while awaiting next round
Wary of rust, Cavs sweat in gym while awaiting next round
Wheels of Steel exhibit showcases Mahoning Valley car culture
Wheels of Steel exhibit showcases Mahoning Valley car culture
Ohio grand jury rules fatal police shooting was justified
Ohio grand jury rules fatal police shooting was justified
Struthers Elementary hosts kindergarten fair Tuesday
Struthers Elementary hosts kindergarten fair Tuesday
Forum on dealing with inner struggles May 22 in Warren
Forum on dealing with inner struggles May 22 in Warren
EEOC in town Wednesday to help with discrimination complaints
EEOC in town Wednesday to help with discrimination complaints
Several female Ohio lawmakers say sexism is part of job
Several female Ohio lawmakers say sexism is part of job
Erin Glaab to be bride of Bryan Smith
YOUNGSTOWN Timothy and Colleen Glaab of Youngstown are announcing the engagement of their
Ex high school coach sentenced following emotional victim statement
Ex high school coach sentenced following emotional victim statement
Gender-neutral bathrooms added at EGCC
Gender-neutral restrooms were added at EGCC’s Valley Center and main campus
Relay For Life: Kind-hearted Columbiana girl gets tough to fight tumor
Hannah Tringhese of Columbiana, 6, a kindergartner at Struthers Elementary School, is a “kind hearted girl, and she has a love for Jesus.”
Sick cats find solace at the West Side Cats shelter
West Side Cats takes care of cats who can’t take care of themselves
NBC cancels ‘Telenovela’
Associated Press NEW YORK NBC pulled the plug Friday on Eva Longoria’s “Telenovela,” a comedy
‘Nashville,’ ‘Castle’ among TV shows getting the ax Network bloodbath
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES It wasn’t quite the Red Wedding, but Thursday
ESPN film looks at Cleveland sports futility
By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer CLEVELAND Like so many kids growing up in Ohio, Andy Billman
Another delay for ADI Youngstown/Chicago flights
The Chicago/Youngstown air service is now slated to start July 1.
YSU baseball team splits doubleheader with Valpo
The Penguins are still alive for the Horizon League tournament.
Stewart involved in 3-car wreck at start of practice
Tony Stewart could not avoid the oil spill on the concrete track that spun his Chevrolet and slammed the car into an unprotected wall on the front stretch.
Bluejays blank Rockets to earn district berth
J-M’s Sierra Pierce who tossed a two-hitter and struck out 16.
Motivated Mathews makes Windham pay
Extra bulletin-board material fueled the Mustangs’ seventh-inning rally that ended in a 4-3 victory in nine innings.
Lightning strikes first vs. Pens
The Tampa Bay Lightning’s 3-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals on Friday night may have come at a heavy price.
Rose-breasted grosbeaks seem common this year
On April 27, a male rose-breasted grosbeak appeared on a feeder just outside my office window. About
sts. cyril and methodius church Background
Sts. Cyril and Methodius Church, 252 E. Wood St., Youngstown, celebrated its 120th anniversary April
UPCOMING RELAYS
UPCOMING RELAYS Liberty: 6 p.m. next Friday to noon next Saturday, Liberty schools, 4115 Shady
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO YEARS AGO Today is Saturday, May 14, the 135th day of 2016. There are 231 days left in
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Michael Strahan exiting as Kelly Ripa’s talk-show partner NEW YORK Michael Strahan
Cadets at West Point have right to express themselves politically
Opinion: By Noah Feldman Bloomberg View Should female African-American cadets at West Point be punished
sunday news shows | Guest lineups
ABC’s “This Week”: Republican National Committee Chairman Reince Priebus; Democratic presidential
First Friday Club
First Friday Club boardman Dr. Lou Zona will be the featured speaker when the First Friday Club
YBI opens door to prove women mean business
Editorial: The explosive growth in women-owned businesses clearly ranks among this nation’s greatest economic
Lunacy on loose in capital
Opinion: Let’s turn our attention, for a moment, to idiocy and insanity. If you fall into one of those
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Wheels of Steel, noon to 4 p.m.: Opening of an exhibition about the
Feds ask for patience as waits at airport security grow longer
Associated Press WASHINGTON Facing a growing backlash over extremely long waits at airport
birthdays
birthdays Movie producer George Lucas is 72. Actress Meg Foster (“Cagney and Lacey”) is 68.
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,
Ex-student found guilty of killing baby at sorority house
Associated Press ZANESVILLE, OHIO A former college student accused of giving birth in a sorority
States balk at directive on transgender bathroom use
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. Politicians in Texas, Arkansas and elsewhere vowed defiance – and
Man jailed, is facing assault, firearm charges
Man jailed, is facing assault, firearm charges WARREN Brent P. Williams, 32, of Hazelwood Avenue
Columbiana closed housing sales increase in April, Mahoning, Trumbull sales drop
April housing sales for the Mahoning Valley are out.
Black bear spotted in NE Ohio
Associated Press NORTH CANTON, Ohio Authorities say a black bear has been seen roaming a
First Federated Church plans mission trip to help refugees
The church youth group is collecting first aid supplies, cleaning products and school items.
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
High Power match
High Power match Youngstown The Youngstown Rifle & Pistol Club, 2900 Shaffer Road, will have a
FDA: Cipro side effects outweigh benefits in some cases
Associated Press NEW YORK The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has ratcheted up its warning
italy Woman, 116, seen as last person alive who was born in 1800s
Associated Press VERBANIA, Italy Surrounded by relatives and friends, Italy’s Emma Morano
Dems fear Sanders undermines efforts to beat Trump on Nov. 8
Associated Press WASHINGTON Democratic Party leaders are upping the pressure on Bernie Sanders
96-year-old gets bachelor’s degree
96-year-old gets bachelor’s degree LOS ANGELES It took more than 60 years, but a University of
Mom, 7 adult kids win $429M Powerball
Associated Press LAWRENCEVILLE, N.J. A woman and her seven adult children stepped forward
Niles mayor offers to cut his salary by 50 percent to save $34,000
Mayor Thomas Scarnecchia, in an attempt to solve a $130,000 budget deficit for this year, volunteered to cut his annual salary in half to cut $34,000 of expenses.
As online shopping rises, outlook dims for malls
Associated Press WASHINGTON Online shopping is reaching such a critical mass with American
Billionaire prepares to seek big-donor money
Associated Press LAS VEGAS The billionaire presidential candidate who prides himself on paying
Picket planned
Picket planned YOUNGSTOWN Concerned Citizens for Mill Creek MetroParks will host a news
‘America’s Toughest Sheriff’ in contempt of court
Associated Press PHOENIX A judge found the longtime sheriff of metro Phoenix in contempt of
BUSINESS DIGEST || PizzaFire opens in Niles
PizzaFire opens NILES The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a celebratory ribbon-
Subaru tells some Legacy, Outback owners: Don’t drive them
Associated Press DETROIT Subaru is telling owners of some newer Legacy and Outback vehicles not
State, judge dispute jurisdiction of exotic animals
Associated Press COLUMBUS A judge who ordered the return of five tigers and five other exotic
Penguins ousted by Buckeyes in first round
The Youngstown State women’s tennis team dropped a 4-0 decision to fourth-seeded Ohio State on Friday afternoon in the first round of the NCAA Championships.
More Professional Golf Results From Friday
MAURITIUS OPEN BEAUCHAMPS, MAURITIUS Andrew Dodt opened a three-shot lead at the Mauritius Open
HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP | More prep results
BASEBALL Tournament Division II Niles 5, West Branch 4, 8 innings NILES West Branch scored
SPORTS digest
Ursuline announces summer football camp YOUNGSTOWN The Ursuline football program is hosting a
Day weathers storm to keep Players Championship lead
Jason Day’s second big birdie to end his long day stretched his lead to three shots before it was too dark to continue.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.20-0.24 Aqua America, .71
Komlanc takes over Warren JFK boys hoops program
The McDonald graduate has spent more than a decade as an assistant coach in the Valley.
Not a bad month
Few things are finer than May in Youngstown, especially if you are a person who loves fishing. If
Devils’ Carkido notches another no-hitter
Ben Carkido has pitched no-hitters in two of his last three starts.
GREATEST JUNIORS QUALIFIER: SUNDAY’S TEE TIMES AT SQUAW CREEK
BOYS U-17 1 p.m. — Bobby Jonda, Zach Jacobson 1:10 p.m. SEmD Anthony Grazian Cole o, Brian
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate withdrew from the Players
Miami comes up small to force Game 7
The Heat rode a small lineup to a 103-91 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night.
NOTICES
NOTICES BASEBALL Boardman Community Baseball — will host a Little League Rules tournament May
Friday, May 13 (114 stories)
Boardman Relay for Life brings celebration, determination
Boardman Relay for Life brings celebration, determination
Struthers students shadow city officials for Civic Day
Struthers students shadow city officials for Civic Day
Mahoning Valley schools review policies on transgender restroom use
Schools review policies on transgender restroom use
Subaru tells some Legacy, Outback owners: Don't drive them
Subaru tells some Legacy, Outback owners: Don't drive them
States dig in against directive on transgender bathroom use
States dig in against directive on transgender bathroom use
Sunday tee times for Flynn Automotive Junior Greatest Golfer
The 7th Annual Flynn Automotive Group junior Greatest Golfer of the Valley tees off Sunday at 1 p.m.
Police: Avoid Oak Street at Madison Avenue Expressway after accident
Police: Avoid Oak Street at Madison Avenue Expressway after accident
Former Navy instructor walks out of hearing on indecent acts
Former Navy instructor walks out of hearing on indecent acts
Covelli Centre hints of BIG Monday concert announcement
Covelli Centre hints of BIG Monday concert announcement
Ex-coach and editor sentenced for sex offenses against female players
Ex-coach and editor sentenced for sex offenses against female players
VINDY POLLING NOW | YSU Trustees, Lordstown, and Police
We have some new questions we'd like your opinion on.
Feds: Allow transgender students to use bathrooms of their choice
Feds to tell schools: Allow transgender students to use bathrooms of their choice
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Guilford Lake Civic Association will have its first meeting for 2016 at 7 p.m. May 26
Fundraiser planned Saturday at center
Fundraiser planned Saturday at center YOUNGSTOWN We Walk by Faith Bible Church with Pastor Roney
Glenwood Middle School receives grant to expand garden
Glenwood Middle School garden club gets grant
Shatner looks back on 50 years of ‘Trek’
By DAVID FISCHER Associated Press MIAMI “Star Trek” has always looked to the future (aside
Anna Cristo received the Medal of Honor Lifesaving Award
Teaches other girl scouts and life-saving technique
Trustees reorganized the list of roads for the resurfacing resolution
Trustees approved a resolution to resurface township roads
Greatest Golfer junior season begins
Sunday marks the second straight year The Vindicator Greatest Golfer of the Valley juniors season begins at Avalon Lakes Squaw Creek in Vienna.
U.S. House approves a package of bills to help fight opioid and heroin addiction
The bills don’t include funding
Missed chances doom Penguins
YSU collected 14 hits, but stranged 14 runners in a season-ending loss to CSU.
East final to pit revamped Pens against the speedy Lightning
On the calendar, the gap between the last time the Pittsburgh Penguins and Tampa Bay Lightning met and Friday night’s Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals is less than three months.
George Clooney and Julia Roberts are pleasing, but ‘Money Monster’ aims low Small change
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer George Clooney plays a Jim Cramer-like television personality
Troopers suspended over video that showed pummeling
Associated Press NASHUA, N.H. Troopers in two states were suspended Thursday amid an ongoing
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman: POLAND May 2
No verdict yet
No verdict yet YOUNGSTOWN A jury deliberated for five hours Thursday without reaching a verdict
Mass. Senate OKs measure to expand transgender rights
Mass. Senate OKs measure to expand transgender rights BOSTON The Massachusetts Senate approved a
West Side Cats sale
West Side Cats sale AUSTINTOWN West Side Cats is hosting its first garage sale of the season
INSIDE THE ROPES With
INSIDE THE ROPES With ... Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK grad shot one over par 72 in
POSTER CONTEST | Winners
The Mahoning County commissioners recognized the winners of the county recycling division’s annual
YEARS AGO
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Ohio authorities move mobile homes, sites of slayings
Associated Press PIKETON, Ohio Several mobile homes where eight relatives were found shot to
Day’s 63 good for lead, record at TCP Sawgrass
Jason Day created a far better memory Thursday than his last round at the TPC Sawgrass.
birthdays
birthdays Actor Buck Taylor (“Gunsmoke,” “Gods and Generals”) is 78. Actor Harvey Keitel is 77.
Judge sides with House Republicans on health law
Associated Press WASHINGTON In a setback for the Obama health care law, a federal judge ruled
2nd website posts auction for gun that killed Martin
Associated Press MIAMI An online gun-auction website yanked George Zimmerman’s ad to sell the
Former Youngstown Inspiring Minds director indicted
Charges stem from April traffic stop on South Side
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Lawyer: Malpractice lawsuit in Joan Rivers’ death settled NEW YORK Melissa Rivers
Trump, Ryan see an end to GOP division
Associated Press WASHINGTON Straining to mend their party after months of chaos, Donald Trump
Man arrested for second time in a week with heroin
Vice officers make other heroin arrest on West Side
Additions to Austintown: A new playground and pickleball for the park
Austintown Township Park will be under construction
US Senate race in Ohio between Portman, Strickland deadlocked
Opinion: Rob Portman has served as a U.S. senator for nearly five and a half years, and plenty of people in
Man whose brothers were involved in Warren deaths pleads guilty to gun charge
Tre Vaughn L. Walker, younger brother of two men in the center of chaotic events in October 2013, pleaded no contest to two gun charges.
Bond set at $110K for Struthers man
Anthony Williams is charged with crashing a vehicle into a Burger King restaurant and Boardman cruiser
Senate reaches deal on reduced Zika funding bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON Top Senate negotiators announced agreement Thursday on a $1.1
Pope willing to study whether women can be deacons
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Pope Francis said Thursday he is willing to create a commission to
Austintown Community Briefs
Strengthening Families Program continues The Strengthening Families Program will continue at
CORRECTION
CORRECTION Eric Ungaro, one of the applicants for the Youngstown schools chief executive officer,
Trumbull commissioners hoping to find a way to keep Hovercraft
The commissioners are not ready to donate the Hovercraft the county acquired in 2012.
New, smaller drop-off recycling bins coming
New and smaller recycling bins are coming to Mahoning County drop-off sites.
BUSINESS DIGEST || Cellphone drying technology now offered at Austintown store
Cellphone-drying technology at store AUSTINTOWN Residents of Austintown can bring their wet
Brazil’s acting president vows to jump-start economy
Associated Press BRASILIA, Brazil Picking up Brazil’s reins after the Senate voted to suspend
‘Once’ again: Director has hit with ‘Sing Street’
By COLIN COVERT Tribune News Service A well-written song can resonate several pitches in a fast
Navy officer fired over Iran’s Jan. detention of 10 sailors
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Navy has fired the commander of the 10 American sailors who
SPORTS digest
Tennessee’s Gabriel earns SEC honor STARKVILLE, Miss. For the second straight year, Tennessee
Forum alters rules to stop racial profiling
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Nextdoor.com, a forum meant to let neighbors share
Stocks finish with little change
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stocks ended pretty much where they started Thursday after
Claims for jobless aid hit highest level since early 2015
Associated Press WASHINGTON The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose last
Thursday On THE LINKS More professional golf results
MAURITIUS OPEN BEAU CHAMPS, MAURITIUS Andrew Dodt began with back-to-back birdies and posted a
oddly enough
oddly enough Woman arrested for staying silent during traffic stop sues TRENTON, N.J. A
EPA issues final rule on methane reductions
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration issued a final rule Thursday to sharply cut
Former Massey Energy CEO Don Blankenship reports to prison
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. Former Massey Energy CEO Don Blankenship reported to a
Widrig helps Boardman sweep season series against Warren Harding
Even though the results were positive, Boardman senior pitcher Hudson Widrig says he will not miss pitching against Warren Harding.
Google proposes new emojis depicting professional women
Associated Press MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. Google wants professional women to be better represented
youngstown police awards Officers who won awards Thursday at the department’s annual awards banquet:
departmental commendation George Anderson (3), Michael Anderson, Mohammad Awad (3), Nicholas
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,” 7:30 p.m.:
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BASEBALL TOURNAMENT DIVISION I Austintown Fitch 4, Kent Roosevelt 0 KENT Jared Kapturasky
There’s no need for apologies over Hiroshima bombing, Obama’s visit
Opinion: By Gary Stein Sun Sentinel President Barack Obama will visit Hiroshima, Japan, later this month,
Who is Gary Johnson?
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service It’s Nov. 8, you walk into a voting booth, you look at the
Selected local stocks
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Fill bags now to help mail carriers eradicate hunger
Editorial: Residents of the Mahon- ing Valley have long distinguished themselves as compassionate champions in
Dr. Jeanine Awad v Dr. Charles Spirtos
Dr. Jeanine Awad, daughter of Dr. Mounir and Linda Awad of Canfield, and Dr. Charles Spirtos, son of
Scholarship banquet celebrates students
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Boardman Civic Association hosted its 26th
Boardman Community Briefs
Boardman Envirothon team heads to state competition The Envirothon Team at Boardman High School
Chinese culture comes to Beeghley Oaks
Beeghley Oaks Center for Rehabilitation and Healing hosted a week long Chinese Culture program starting April 11 and ending April 15.
Shannon Craig to be bride of Brent Syter in Aug. rite
Shannon Craig and Brent Syter are engaged and planning an Aug. 27 wedding at St. Robert Bellarmine
Boardman Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants spring sports news Spring sports has begun and Neighbors wants to be there every
Katie Hart to wed Anthony Berdis
Pam and Bill Hart of Girard are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Katie Lynn Hart, also
Spartans finish as Mahoning County runners-up
The Boardman Spartans finished as Mahoning County runners-up following a championship meet at Fitch.
Canfield Sports Briefs
Annual camp to be hosted June 22-24 The Canfield boys basketball coaching staff is ready to host
Schools serve senior citizens supper
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown Fitch High School students, staff and
Fitch drama puts on family-fun performance
The Austintown Fitch Drama Department put on a presentation of the play “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” on April 15, 16 and 17 at Fitch High School.
Boardman track team continues to improve record
The Boardman boys track team improved its 2016 record to 9-1 overall and 5-1 in the AAC with a
Rachel Altiere v Ryan Cohen
Rachel Ann Altiere and Ryan Gordon Cohen were joined in marriage on June 27, 2015, in the Ohio
Growth foundation discusses 911 merger
Sheriff Jerry Greene from the Mahoning County Sheriff’s Department was the guest of the Austintown
Students get dirty to help keep Earth clean
Poland North Preschool students celebrated Earth Day on April 22.
Canfield Community Briefs
Quilt group to meet May 17 Members and guests of TQGIBT – That Quilt Group I Belong To - are urged
Poland Community Briefs
PSHS bands finish season on high note The concert band, symphonic band and Wind Ensemble will
CHS tackles distracted driving
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com To highlight Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the
Poland Sports Briefs
Boys baseball claims another victory The Poland Seminary High School varsity boys baseball team
Night of fun for mothers and sons
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Poland Union hosted its annual Mother Son
Author discusses past experiences and future plans
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Scott Mann, author and retired Green Beret,
CHS inducts students into National Honor Society
Canfield High School hosted its annual National Honor Society Induction Ceremony on April 21, during which 32 students were honored by the society.
NFL player helps set game plan for students
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown native and NFL player Mike McGlynn
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Boardman's Glenwood Middle School gets H.O.P.E. grant
Boardman's Glenwood Middle School gets H.O.P.E. grant
Warren man pleads no contest to gun charges, found guilty
Warren man pleads no contest to gun charges, found guilty
Former exec director of Inspiring Minds Youngstown indicted
Former exec director of Inspiring Minds Youngstown indicted
Trumbull commissioners hope to find way to keep hovercraft
Trumbull commissioners hope to find way to keep hovercraft
Canfield trustees OK resolution to resurface roads
Canfield trustees OK resolution to resurface roads
Medical malpractice lawsuit in Joan Rivers' death settled
Medical malpractice lawsuit in Joan Rivers' death settled
Pop Warner bans kickoffs in 3 youngest age divisions
Pop Warner bans kickoffs in 3 youngest age divisions
Bond set at $110,000 for driver who hit restaurant, police cruiser
Bond set at $110,000 for driver who hit restaurant, police cruiser
5 minutes with Youngstown Mayor John A. McNally is Tuesday
5 minutes with Youngstown Mayor John A. McNally is Tuesday
US Rep. Tim Ryan praises colleagues in war against opiod and heroin addiction
US Rep. Tim Ryan praises colleagues in war against opiod and heroin addiction
GM: Don't drive your expensive 2016 SUV until parts arrive
GM: Don't drive your expensive 2016 SUV until parts arrive
Middle class shrinks in 9 of 10 US cities as incomes fall
Middle class shrinks in 9 of 10 US cities as incomes fall
US stocks slip after unemployment claims rise; tech slumps
US stocks slip after unemployment claims rise; tech slumps
Pair arrested, drugs confiscated after Campbell traffic stop
Pair arrested, drugs confiscated after Campbell traffic stop
Mahoning commissioners recognize poster contest winners
Mahoning commissioners recognize poster contest winners
Boardman man jailed after domestic violence charges
Boardman man jailed after domestic violence charges
Arrested Saturday, bonded on Monday, arrested again Wednesday
Arrested Saturday, bonded on Monday, arrested again Wednesday
Demon-free, Scott Stapp returns to concert trail
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Scott Stapp’s tortured tribulations as a rock singer are
Warren man gets 3 years in prison for shooting incident
Warren man gets 3 years in prison in shooting incident
Trumbull commissioners OK expansion of Liberty business area
Trumbull commissioners OK expansion of Liberty business area
Seats are available for OSU banquet
Seats are available for OSU banquet SALEM Seats still are available for the Ohio State
Playhouse winds down season with "Forum"; FUNNY business
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com The Youngstown Playhouse will segue into summer on a lighter
Love coming up big for Cavaliers
Through two rounds, Love is averaging 18.9 points, 12.5 rebounds and shooting 44 percent (28 of 63) on 3-pointers.
Lakeview averts meltdown, holds off Girard
The Bulldogs move on to a district semifinal against Poland in Alliance on Tuesday.
One Warren police officer has been fired and another suspended for two days over a use-of-force incident in which a man suffered a broken arm.
One Warren police officer has been fired and another suspended for two days over a use-of-force incident in which a man suffered a broken arm.
Younger McClurkin Funeral Home owner escapes prison time for theft of pre-needs money from 75 customers
Younger McClurkin Funeral Home owner escapes prison time for theft of pre-needs money from 75 customers
Dining hall atmosphere upgraded
St. Vincent de Paul Society receives new paint job and other updates.
Austin gets life without parole/Henderson gets 36 to life
Pair convicted of being enforcers for drug ring
Man told ‘new life’ will begin after sentence
Pleaded guilty to possession, trafficking in heroin charges
Penguins complete season sweep of BGSU
The Youngstown State baseball team scored eight runs in the first four innings and beat Bowling Green 9-5 on Wednesday afternoon at Steller Field.
LeBron: Curry deserves MVP
James, who averaged 25.3 points, 7.4 rebounds and 6.8 assists during the regular season, was awed by Curry’s shooting prowess.
YSU softball team stays alive in HL tourney
Cali Mikovich ripped three hits in a 5-3 win over Green Bay.
Theater will honor its donors
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Playhouse has received a great deal of help in recent
Amtrak helps derail government
Opinion: WASHINGTON In 1906, Leonor Loree, an accomplished railroad executive, examined the dilapidated
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK The Darkness (PG-13) Supernatural forces haunt a family after its return from a
NOTICES
NOTICES BASEBALL Boardman Community Baseball — will host a Little League Rules tournament May
Feds must take close look at Ohio’s Medicaid scheme
Editorial: When a proposed change in public policy prompts questions for which there are no straightforward
Trump rallies racists
Opinion: By Rex Huppke Chicago Tribune It must be a magical time to be a racist. Or a xenophobe. Or a
Kessel, Hagelin and Bonino leading way
The line that sent the Pittsburgh Penguins full throttle into the Eastern Conference finals wasn’t even on the roster a year ago.
A tuxedo causes a flap in school
Opinion: By Heidi Stevens Chicago Tribune How much harm can a tuxedo cause? Plenty, if it’s used to
Carson to speak
Carson to speak GROVE CITY, PA. Pediatric neurosurgeon and recent Republican presidential
Alice Cooper at Packard Music Hall
Alice Cooper at Packard Music Hall Legendary shock rocker Alice Cooper will play his first
Two groups want to put charter amendments on the November ballot in Youngstown
The anti-fracking proposal would be on the ballot for the fifth time
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “The Jungle Book,SDRq an Antiflix film directed and written by Vitaliy Versace,
About 80 people attend public forum on Youngstown schools CEO
The deadline has been extended to May 17 for Youngstown Schools CEO applicants
Trump: Doesn't need House Speaker Paul Ryan or other leery Republican leaders
Donald Trump brushed off his Capitol Hill critics Wednesday,
Students learn soft skills to prepare for the workforce
The program drew 130 students and 75 mentors
OSHP hot line
OSHP hot line COLUMBUS The State Highway Patrol hopes to boost public use of its hot line
Planned Parenthood shooter ruled incompetent
Associated Press COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. A man who acknowledged killing three people at a
Bombings kill 93 in Baghdad
Associated Press BAGHDAD In the deadliest violence in Baghdad this year, three car bombs
Zika in US complicates issues of abortion and contraception
Associated Press NEW YORK There’s little doubt: Zika is coming to the continental United States,
US had $106.5B surplus in April
US had $106.5B surplus in April WASHINGTON The United States posted a budget surplus in April,
Love ground cover? Have mice?
Love ground cover? Have mice? Yes, ground covers can be one of the reasons you have a rodent
Poland seeks third straight Final Four
It’s no stretch to say that the Division II regional road goes through Poland
Intentional fire caused fatal Texas blast, ATF says
Associated Press DALLAS A fire that was intentionally set caused the 2013 explosion at a Texas
Poll: Ohioans overwhelmingly support the legalization of medical marijuana
Ohioans overwhelmingly support the legalization of medical marijuana
Timothy Saxton is new West Branch schools superintendent
Timothy Saxton is new West Branch schools superintendent
Senate starts hearings on legislation to legalize medical marijuana
Senate starts hearings on legislation to legalize medical marijuana
Selection committee to review 16 applications for vacant Metroparks board seats
MetroParks to begin search for new administrative director/treasurer
Trumbull commissioner scolds hiring supervisors, fellow commissioners for unfair hiring practices
Trumbull commissioner scolds hiring supervisors, fellow commissioners for unfair hiring practices
Barrel Run Crossing Winery and Vineyard, 3272 Industry Road, Rootstown; 330-325-1075
Barrel Run Crossing Winery and Vineyard, 3272 Industry Road, Rootstown; 330-325-1075 Fri: Jon
Judge: Facebook suit can proceed
Associated Press CHICAGO A federal judge in California has ruled that three Illinois men can
birthdays
birthdays Composer Burt Bacharach is 88. Actress Millie Perkins (“Knots Landing”) is 78. Country
Judge agrees to drop charge over victim’s objection
Prosecutor says evidence, statements do not match
Too much folic acid a cause of autism?
Associated Press NEW YORK For decades, pregnant women and women who may become pregnant have
Fabulous Containers
Fabulous Containers When: Monday What: Make the best containers for your front door and the
YEARS AGO
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Carmella Williams received $5,000 for having the best business plan
Second WE class planned for the fall in Warren
“Scandal” (9 p.m., ABC): Perhaps the only thing crazier than the real-life presidential
“Scandal” (9 p.m., ABC): Perhaps the only thing crazier than the real-life presidential race is the
Man is shot in leg
Man is shot in leg WARREN An Oak Street Southwest man, 48, suffered a gunshot wound to the leg
Demuynck welcomes his Lordstown return
Rick Demuynck is the new plant manager at the General Motors Lordstown Assembly Plant.
Tips for transplanting healthy seedlings
Q. I have a hard time with transplants. Sometimes they’re too leggy. Other times they break off or
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS CBS News veteran Morley Safer retiring NEW YORK CBS News veteran Morley Safer, a
They’ve been sucking juice from your plants for 17 years CICADAS
Most of us are used to the singing of dog-day cicadas (mostly called locusts) here in the Valley.
What plant should I choose?
What plant should I choose? There are so many beautiful plants at the garden center – what should
Pew study sees shrinking middle class in US cities
Associated Press WASHINGTON In cities across America, the middle class is hollowing out. A
oddly enough
oddly enough Police K-9 Ranger following in father Jozek’s paw prints ELLWOOD CITY, Pa. A
Playhouse aims to stay the course
The Youngstown Playhouse built up a good bit of momentum over the past two years under operations
SPORTS digest
YSU announces football camps Youngstown The Youngstown State football program is hosting nine
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Trump still defiant as he readies for meeting
Associated Press WASHINGTON Donald Trump declared Wednesday he doesn’t need support from House
Youngstown Schools Chief executive officer applicants
Thirteen people had applied by Tuesday to be the Youngstown City School District CEO. The
High School Roundup | More prep results
BASEBALL DIVISION IV McDonald 1, Southern 0 McDONALD Ben Carkido pitched a no-hitter for
Selected local stocks
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Students learn soft skills to prepare for the workforce
Students learn soft skills to prepare for the workforce
St. Vincent de Paul Society’s dining hall gets updated
St. Vincent de Paul Society’s dining hall gets updated
12 women graduate from YBI Women's Entrepreneurship class
12 women graduate from YBI Women's Entrepreneurship class
Warren council gives first reading to bestiality law
Warren council gives first reading to bestiality law
2 groups will seek Youngstown charter amendments on Nov. ballot
2 groups will seek Youngstown charter amendments on Nov. ballot
16 apply for vacant Mill Creek MetroParks board seats
16 apply for vacant Mill Creek MetroParks board seats
Timothy Saxton is new West Branch schools superintendent
Timothy Saxton is new West Branch schools superintendent
UPDATE | Public gathers to offer input on Youngstown schools CEO
Public gathers to offer input on Youngstown schools CEO
Patrick McClurkin avoids jail time in defraud scheme
Patrick McClurkin avoids jail time in defraud scheme
State board unanimously OKs new Ohio schools superintendent
State board unanimously OKs new Ohio schools superintendent
UPDATE | Austin gets life with no parole; Henderson gets 36 years
Michael Austin listens as Judge John Durkin handed down lengthy sentences on Wednesday.
Struthers to host transition night for incoming kindergarten students
Struthers to host transition night for incoming kindergarten students
Dr. Ben Carson will speak at Grove City commencement
Dr. Ben Carson will speak at Grove City commencement
Struthers man revived, faces charges after fleeing, striking restaurant
Struthers man revived, faces charges after fleeing, striking restaurant
Couple hospitalized after early-morning Warren fire
Couple hospitalized after early-morning Warren fire
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Bethel Lutheran Church, 425 Crestview Drive, Boardman, will host a dine-in or drive-
VFW 3307 will host dinner and sales
VFW 3307 will host dinner and sales YOUNGSTOWN VFW Post 3307, 1351 Albert St., will host a
Freese at leadoff experiment postponed
Manager Clint Hurdle likes the Pirates’ lineup so much that he doesn’t want to break it up
Hubbard's Jarvis outduels Price, Howland
Two of the area's top pitchers were on their game as Hubbard edged Howland in sectional play on their home field
Advice to detouring motorists: Don't speed
Be cautious and observe the 25 mph speed limit when detouring around the closed bridge, city leaders urge.
Niles treasurer resigns; Dems to make appointment
Niles Democratic Precinct Committee has 45 days to select a replacement
Exhibition celebrates the Valley's car culture Wheels of STEEL
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Hot rods and muscle cars have long been a part of the area’s fabric, and
"Big Shot" Fambro gets prison with no parole for killing woman at Warren motel
Carrie Fambro stands by her husband even though he's going to prison for the rest of his life for killing Teresa Hunter, 35, at the Riverview Motel last September
Samuel W. Grooms is the second out-of-towner appointed YSU trustee
Samuel W. Grooms says the time commitment won’t be an issue in his YSU trustee term
City school board members bicker
The legality of a meeting announcement from last week was raised again
Volunteer in prison ministry reflect on rewarding service
Tony Kobak is presenting a series of talks in the Diocese of Youngstown on his work in prison ministry.
Bauer, Indians limit Houston to four hits
Trevor Bauer pitched seven scoreless innings and Bryan Shaw and Cody Allen completed the four-hitter to help the Cleveland Indians beat the Houston Astros
Big second inning pushes Mooney past Springfield
Keyed by the big five-run frame — as well as Jack Lynch’s complete-game effort — Mooney defeated Springfield in a Division III sectional final at Cene Park
Penguins lose lead, but close out Capitals in OT
Nick Bonino put a rebound past Braden Holtby 6:32 into overtime.
The Village Pump offers creative and savory dishes A great place to gather
Located near the intersection of state Route 46 and Shields Road, the Village Pump was opened Feb. 8 by Celina Wolfe and Travis Romine.
oddly enough
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Associated Press
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. White House dreams fading, Bernie Sanders added another state
Associated Press
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. White House dreams fading, Bernie Sanders added another state
Basketball Curry becomes NBA’s first unanimous MVP pick
Warriors guard also earned the honor in 2015 Associated Press OAKLAND, CALIF. Stephen Curry’s
Poll: Age, income factors in staying with one employer
Associated Press CHICAGO A new poll says more than 40 percent of America’s baby boomers stayed
Job openings rose to 8-year high in March
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. employers posted the most open jobs in eight months in March,
Five area teams vie for D-I title
The Division I sectional baseball tournament gets underway today with No. 2 Boardman garnering the area’s highest seed in the 11-team field
SPORTS digest
YSU players named All-Horizon League Indianapolis Senior Miranda Castiglione and sophomore Cali
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
A judge rules Martin Yavorcik is indigent
The public defender’s office will appoint an attorney to handle his appeal
Illustration by John Manders
Illustration by John Manders TOMORROW in vALLEY 24 Playhouse will present ‘A Funny Thing
Missy Ginnetti dies
Missy Ginnetti, wife of Mahoning County Engineer Patrick Ginnetti, died Tuesday in the Cleveland Clinic.
Senior hall of fame
Senior hall of fame CANFIELD Sister Jerome Corcoran of Canfield is among 10 older Ohioans who
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Youngstown Community School, 7:30 a.m., 50 Essex St. Lisbon school board, 5
Man passes out, hits restaurant, cruiser
Man passes out, hits restaurant, cruiser BOARDMAN Township police say a man who passed out,
Television series released on DVD this week include:
Television series released on DVD this week include: v “The Jim Gaffigan Show”: TV Land’s
Judge: List of names should be public
Judge: List of names should be public TRENTON, N.J. A list of unindicted co-conspirators should
Boardman man scheduled for mental incompetency hearing
Boardman man to be evaluated for mental competency
Lead in water bill moves out of Ohio House committee
HB 512 requires faster public notification of lead in drinking water
Mom came to Warren from Florida several times to search for son now declared dead
Timothy Six Jr. went missing in February 2014
First-responders practice for terrorist attack at YSU
About 100 federal, state and local agents and officers participated in the training
Man pleads to misdemeanors in child endangering case
Given two years probation and a suspended jail sentence of a year
prison ministry
prison ministry Talks planned To celebrate the Jubilee Year of Mercy, Catholic Charities,
Most of Canada’s oil-sands production shut down
Associated Press EDMONTON, Alberta The majority of Canada’s oil-sands industry has stopped
Ohioans with specified conditions could use medical marijuana under a doctor’s direction
The bill next heads to the Ohio Senate for further consideration
Two Calif. deputies charged in beating caught on video
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Two Northern California deputy sheriffs were charged with
Associated Press
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. White House dreams fading, Bernie Sanders added another state
Bullying called ‘serious public- health problem’
Associated Press WASHINGTON Zero-tolerance policies are ineffective in combating bullying, an
Obama to become 1st sitting president to visit Hiroshima
Associated Press WASHINGTON Eager to heal old wounds and galvanize new generations, President
A poll of registered voters in Ohio has Donald Trump with a slight lead over Hillary Clinton
The Mahoning County political party chairmen say the poll is a good early sign
YEARS AGO
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Warming-fueled fires on rise
Associated Press WASHINGTON Alberta’s unusually early and large fire is just the latest of many
Feds call for more rules for online lenders
Associated Press NEW YORK The Treasury Department called for additional oversight and some
Carne asada tacos on streets of Mexico
By Leah Eskin Chicago Tribune Mexico struck me mute. Not just the vivid colors, vivid smiles and
Farmers to acquire Bowers Insurance
The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter 2016.
Macaroni Pie features rich, delicious cheeses
By Linda Gassenheimer Tribune News Service Bajans love macaroni pie, but their own special type.
April local auto sales down 16.9 percent
In total there were 4,247 new and used auto sales in April 2016.
BUSINESS DIGEST || Giant Eagle product a part of listeria recall
Fried-rice recall YOUNGSTOWN Pittsburgh-based Giant Eagle has been informed that products
Be responsible to ward off warm-weather pet perils
Editorial: As temperatures zoom up, schools shut down and days grow longer, the fun and freedom of summer loom
Playhouse winds down season with ‘Forum’
Comedy-musical will be the final main stage show of the season
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Sister Jerome Corcoran to enter Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame
Sister Jerome Corcoran to enter Ohio Senior Hall of Fame
To prepare for DC trip, Canfield teachers get schooled in security
To prepare for DC trip, Canfield teachers get schooled in security
Volunteer in prison ministry reflects on rewarding service
Volunteer in prison ministry reflects on rewarding service
Fambro gets life in prison for Teresa Hunter murder
Fambro gets life in prison for Teresa Hunter murder
Curry is 1st unanimous NBA MVP, takes honor again
Stephen Curry is 1st unanimous NBA MVP, takes honor again
City firefighters battle blazes at 2 South Side homes
City firefighters battle blazes at 2 South Side homes
Public defender's office to appoint attorney for Yavorcik's appeal
Public defender’s office to appoint attorney to handle Yavorcik's appeal
Friends of Fido to host quarter auction
Friends of Fido to host quarter auction AUSTINTOWN Friends of Fido, the advocacy group for the
Schools CEO’s salary. benefits to be covered by state
Youngstown Schools CEO will be district employee paid by the state
Trucker gets life in prison
A truck driver who crossed a state line to engage in a sex act with a minor has been sentenced to life in prison.
Offshore companies in Panama Papers revealed
Associated Press FRANKFURT, Germany A group of investigative journalists on Monday published the
Confusion reigns over bridge closing date
Three different closing dates have been announced for the bridge carrying U.S. Route 62 and state Route 46 over the Ohio Turnpike in Canfield.
After the success of two Youngstown inner-city gardens, a South Side man is establishing a vineyard
‘The whole purpose is to give food to those in need,’ he says
C.H. Campbell’s secret “well-oiled machine” reveals superhero identities
C.H. Campbell’s secret “well-oiled machine” reveals superhero identities
Murder suspect arraigned; woman accused of kicking paramedic
Man accused of firing rifle in air during argument
‘Biggest Loser’ contestants have slower metabolisms Slowed DOWN
By LINDSEY TANNER AP Medical Writer CHICAGO A new study has found that many competitors on
Spring into better health: the freezer
Mayo Clinic News Network “Thinking about what is in the bottom of your freezer and what year it
Study: Sanders’ economic plan would add $18 trillion to US debt
Associated Press WASHINGTON Sen. Bernie Sanders’ tax and spending proposals would provide new
Kasich keeps low profile since ending 2016 bid
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio Gov. John Kasich has transitioned quickly from being in the
Cavaliers’ Big Three find comfort zone
The Big Three yucked it up after their latest playoff sweep, a far cry from the uneasiness that prevailed at the beginning of their relationship.
Niles council must reject mayor’s fiscal ‘shell game’
Editorial: The quotation marks around the words shell game in the headline are designed to do two things: 1.
canada wildfire Official: 85% of city is intact
Associated Press FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta At least two neighborhoods in this oil-sands city were
Why is socialism popular?
Opinion: Given its track record, one wonders why socialism is gaining in popularity in the U.S. and what
Will Trump’s GOP critics fold?
Opinion: Rarely in modern history has a party appeared as divided over its nominee as Republicans are over
Three young men charged in Saturday armed robbery at house in Weathersfield Township
Three young men were arraigned today in Niles Municipal Court on charges that they participated in an armed robbery on Anderson Morris Road in Weathersfield Township at 7:44 p.m. Saturday.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Chimene and Immanuel Lee, Youngstown, girl, May 8. Liz
YEARS AGO
years ago Today is Tuesday, May 10, the 131st day of 2016. There are 235 days left in the year.
Probation sentence
Probation sentence WARREN Georgianna L. Moeller, 24, of South Street, was sentenced to five
Teen struck by car the day after his birthday
A pedestrian was hit by a car in front of Panera Bread on Monday afternoon
CORRECTION
CORRECTION The Poland school board met for a work session at 6 p.m. Monday. An incorrect time for
State Rep. John Boccieri wants to strengthen a bill about contaminated drinking water
He will offer three amendments to the bill
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.46-0.58 Aqua America, .71
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Struthers City Council, 6:15 council caucus followed by regular meeting at 7
Summit County clerical error potentially costs Warren schools teacher’s salary for 7 months
Warren City Schools has stopped paying a former school district home-economics teacher convicted last September of a drug offense
2 die in tornadoes
2 die in tornadoes OKLAHOMA CITY Tornadoes swept across portions of the Plains on Monday,
Apprehensions about Trump cut into House Republicans’ support
Associated Press WASHINGTON Anxiety over Donald Trump spread among congressional Republicans on
ferguson, mo. New chief says he felt called to help
Associated Press FERGUSON, Mo. Ferguson’s new police chief was ready to wrap up a long career
Boardman trustees swear in three police officers
Police department staffing back up to pre-2008 level
US sues North Carolina over transgender bathroom law
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. A potentially epic clash over transgender rights took shape
Girard Council considers parks and recreation, garbage levies
Council may place levies on November’s ballot.
‘Bad Moms’ promises comic relief
Opinion: By Heidi Stevens Chicago Tribune I had three thoughts when I watched the new trailer for “Bad
Helping veterans
Helping veterans WARREN A Community Convening for the United Methodist Community Center,
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Dead & Company: Tonight on “Jimmy
oddly enough
oddly enough It takes a village to corral a loose llama in Colorado BOULDER, Colo. It took a
BUSINESS DIGEST || Earthquakes still under investigation
Earthquakes still under investigation NEW CASTLE, Pa. The multiple earthquakes that recently
Pink commemorative coin to fund cancer research
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. officials are developing a new, pink commemorative coin to
Clippers advance to face rival Rebels
Campbell grabbed an early lead, but Jake Clark weathered the storm.
Source: Curry to be named MVP again
Curry led the Warriors to an NBA-record 73 wins in the regular season.
Penney to expand major appliances to half its stores nationwide in summer
Associated Press NEW YORK J.C. Penney says it will start to sell major appliances online and
Krispy Kreme shares soar on sweet takeover offer
Associated Press NEW YORK Krispy Kreme shareholders got a caffeine boost after coffee giant JAB
Baseline hearing tests
Baseline hearing tests BOARDMAN In 1927, May was designated Better Hearing and Speech Month to
prep roundup | Monday’s other games
BASEBALL TOURNAMENT DIVISION III South Range 8, United 5 BEAVER TOWNSHIP The Raiders
Not so Niese: Homers spoil things for Bucs
Tucker Barnhart, Zack Cozart and Joey Votto hit home runs in the Reds’ 3-2 win over the Pirates.
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Girard council may place levies on November’s ballot
Girard council may place levies on November’s ballot
Boccieri calling for ways to strengthen state response to water contamination
Boccieri calling for ways to strengthen state response to water contamination
North Carolina governor files lawsuit over LGBT rights law
North Carolina governor files lawsuit over LGBT rights law
Feds release gas in #NYC subway to study for potential attack
Feds release gas in NYC subway to study for potential attack
Tufts University postpones finals after threat, car fire
Tufts University postpones finals after threat, car fire
Escaped Jersey inmate captured without incident
Chief: Escaped inmate did not resist when he was captured
Some Jersey-like things the Powerball winner could do
A New Jersey-style shopping list for the Powerball winner
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Austintown Little Falcons Quarter Auction will take place Friday at Eagles Banquet Hall,
'Boom Boom' golf outing planned at Squaw Creek
VIENNA The second annual Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini Foundation golf outing will take place July 29 at
Seniors receive scholarships
Mahoning County seniors recently were awarded J.L. Francis scholarships at a breakfast.
$1M bond for man accused in weekend shooting death
$1M bond for man accused in weekend shooting death
Truck driver gets life in prison for rape of 11-year-old girl
Truck driver gets life in prison for rape of 11-year-old girl
Underwood, Stapleton, Cam vie for CMT Music Awards
Carrie Underwood, Chris Stapleton and Cam are tied with three nominations each
Warren woman gets 6 months in prison for theft at work
Warren woman gets 6 months in prison for theft at work
Driver in series of break-ins gets 5 years probation
Driver in series of break-ins gets 5 years probation
Man charged with attacking West Virginia Senate candidate
Man charged with attacking West Virginia Senate candidate
Panama Papers database of offshore companies to go live at 2 p.m.
Panama Papers database of offshore companies to go live at 2 p.m.
Ohio Gov. Kasich keeps low profile since ending 2016 bid
Ohio Gov. Kasich keeps low profile since ending 2016 bid
Ohio bill would override local pet store regulation
Ohio bill would override local pet store regulation
Ohio gas prices dip slightly to average of $2.16 gallon
Ohio gas prices dip slightly to average of $2.16 gallon
Warren sees 4.8 percent drop in violent crimes, rise in rapes and crashes
Among Warren’s 2015 crime statistics was one of the smallest numbers of homicides in a decade, a drop in robbery and break-ins compared to 2014 but an increase in reported rapes and car crashes.
Lowellville Academic Challenge team pursues passion for knowledge
The team advanced to national competition this spring.
EDWorks still wants to help Youngstown Schools
EDWorks, a subsidiary of KnowledgeWorks, wants to expand early college concept district wide
Advocates say trap, neuter, return will prevent cat-astrophic feral cat explosion
Kitten season coincides with warm weather.
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Monday, May 9, the 130th day of 2016. There are 236 days left in the year.
Proposal to charge Medicaid enrollees draws flak
Associated Press COLUMBUS A plan to require more than 1 million Ohioans on Medicaid to pay a new
Reversal of NC law is unlikely
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. North Carolina government and university officials were given
community meal | If you go
community meal | If you go What: Bimonthly meal offered free of charge. When: 5 to 7 p.m. the
Penn State settlements covered 1971 Sandusky abuse claim
Associated Press Penn State’s legal settlements with Jerry Sandusky’s accusers cover alleged abuse
Greece passes pension, tax reform
Greece passes pension, tax reform ATHENS Greece’s Parliament has approved a bill reforming the
Shenango Valley repaving set
Almost three miles of roads in Sharon, Hermitage, Farrell and Sharpsville will be repaved.
Officials say turning point reached in massive blaze
Associated Press FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta Officials said Sunday they reached a turning point in
COLUMBIANA, MAHONING, TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Motorist Mutual Insurance Co. I v. Michael Jenkins,
Once unthinkable in US, drug shoot-up rooms get serious look
Associated Press Across the United States, heroin and other drug users have died in alleys behind
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Ellsworth Zoning Commission, 6 p.m., fire hall, 6036 S. Salem-Warren Road.
‘Never Hillary,’ ‘Never Trump’ causes party conflicts
Associated Press OREM, As the setting sun flooded a meeting of Utah County Republicans, Melanie
One charged after high-speed chase
One charged after high-speed chase YOUNGSTOWN City police charged a juvenile driving a stolen
Clinton pitches Sanders supporters, Republicans
Bloomberg News (TNS) WASHINGTON Democratic presidential front-runner Hillary Clinton said she
by the numbers
by the numbers Warren’s 2015 statistics show one of the smallest numbers of homicides in a decade
YSU’s Beeghly College honors seven educators
Educators honored as YSU’s Beeghly College of Education alumni
Facebook’s No. 2 exec honors single mothers
Associated Press MENLO PARK, Calif. Facebook’s No. 2 executive Sheryl Sandberg says she never
Documentary is melancholy look at the bit players, extras
By Josh Rottenberg Los Angeles Times The next time you sit down to watch “Star Wars,” try this
auto racing
auto racing NASCAR Sprint Cup GoBowling 400 Saturday’s results At Kansas Speedway Kansas
Director to British TV awards: ‘Fight!’
Associated Press DUBLIN Rarely has an awards show begun on such a rousing note. Sunday’s
The Top 20 Global Concert Tours ranks artists by average box-office gross per city and includes the
The Top 20 Global Concert Tours ranks artists by average box-office gross per city and includes the
Underground Railroad Registration open for 1-day bus tour in Ohio
Staff report WARREN Registration is open and seats still are available for the Sutliff Museum’s
Is racial profiling at the heart of economic espionage probes?
Opinion: By George Koo and Daniel Olmos Los Angeles Times In recent years, federal prosecutors have
YSU earns split with Illinois-Chicago
YSU earns split with Illinois-Chicago CHICAGO Collin Floyd, Joel Hake and Kevin Yarabinec
Backing Trump is risky
Opinion: By Ann McFeatters Tribune News Service WASHINGTON For the next six months we must watch the
Supreme Court struggling to define public corruption
Editorial: Fifty-two years ago, Associ- ate Justice Potter Stewart gave the Supreme Court of the United States
Sunday, May 8 (103 stories)
Ohio's prisons become increasingly overcrowded, new report finds
About 2,050 inmates are incarcerated at two state prisons in the Mahoning Valley
One winning $430 million Powerball ticket sold in NJ
It is one of the largest winning tickets in the history of the lottery game
Preparedness training for large terrorist attack scheduled at YSU this week
The training will be restricted to two areas on campus and will include local, state and federal authorities
Love, James lead Cavs to another sweep, 100-99 over Hawks
Love, James lead Cavs to another sweep, 100-99 over Hawks
Police serve murder warrant to inmate in federal prison in Columbiana County
The inmate is charged in the death of a Canton nurse in 2009
Tribe pitcher Tomlin gets fifth straight win as Indians beat Royals, 5-4
Cleveland dominated the weekend series 2-1
Trump supports party unification – but on his terms
The presumptive GOP nominee meets this week with House leader Paul Ryan
Nursing homes use evictions to weed out difficult patients, study finds
Many of them are poor and suffer from dementia
'Captain America: Civil War' strong-arms its way to 5th highest opening in history
The superhero film grossed more than $180 million this weekend
Bill aimed at reforming truancy law in Ohio gets OK in state House
The legislation seeks to move away toward allowing the courts to deal with truants
Violent crime in Warren drops 4.8 % in 2015; homicides fall from eight to four
Rapes and traffic crashes, however, increased in 2015
GARDEN CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Fortnightly IV will meet at 6 p.m. for dinner and installation of officers. The
MASONIC GROUPS
MONDAY Past Matrons of Miriam Chapter 278, OES will meet at noon at Eat’n Park in Austintown. Judy
Marion-Cornelius engagement is announced
GIRARD Janice Marion of Girard is announcing the engagement and upcoming June 11 wedding of her
Jennifer King, Doug Moore to exchange vows
NEW MIDDLETOWN Jennifer King of New Middletown and Doug Moore of Alledonia, Ohio, are engaged and
Happy 90th birthday | Charles J. Smith Sr.
Birthdate: March 19, 1926, in Roscoe, Pa., a son of the late Michael and Claudine Smith Siblings:
SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Auxiliary Seniors will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at Bedford Trails Golf Course Restaurant on
SENIOR MENU
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
Rescue Mission gives Servant's Heart awards
Seven volunteers were honored recently with Servant’s Heart awards by the Rescue Mission.
Clubs for Kids Golf Classic to benefit children's hospital
The sixth annual Clubs for Kids Golf Classic will be Aug. 5 at Youngstown Country Club.
Meet and greet pro volleyball player
Meet and greet pro volleyball player HOWLAND Howland Volleyball is hosting a fundraiser from 6
Never give up on a child, abuse survivor tells Trumbull professionals
Child abuse survivor spoke to law enforcement and children’s services professionals.
Dials leads former Buckeyes in benefit for Terlesky
he event included a question-and-answer session, a raffle for Ohio State memorabilia and autographs.
Ex-OSU athletes lift Terlesky’s spirits
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com BOARDMAN It’s hard to imagine anyone handling an unwanted
Harding girls, Fitch boys second in Optimist Meet
Richardson-led Raiders place 2nd By GARY HOUSTEAU sports@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN There’s a
Jim Tressel, YSU president, welcomed the graduates to the Penguin Family
Among the graduates were a Rhodes Scholar and YSU’s first PhD
Gearing up for Greatest: 2016 golf event open for business
All that is the 2016 Greatest Golfer of the Valley is open for business.
Volunteers clean up along Youngstown roadways
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Moms know all about cleaning, said Karen Humphries
YSU Athletics Mikovich homers twice in win vs. NKU
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Sophomore Cali Mikovich set the Youngstown State single-season home run
Kerry Schneider lost 118.25 pounds over more than 6 1/2years
Says local TOPS Chapter 2191 is “like family”
Morales wins title at HL outdoors
The Youngstown State men’s track and field team has built a 25-point lead while the women are tied with Milwaukee after the second day of competition at the Horizon League Outdoor Track and Field Championships on Saturday.
Bills rookie QB Jones gets started with his footwork
The first step in Cardale Jones’ development in Buffalo began with the Bills focusing on the rookie quarterback’s first step.
Youngstown’s Natalia Hagan, Matthew Alexander in national tour The road to ‘42ND STREET’
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com The touring production of “42nd Street” will come to Akron’s
Theatre presents ‘Celebrate Life’ concert at Powers
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Lindsay Renea Dance Theatre will present its third Celebrate Life
Local group clears paths in Poland Municipal Forest
If you have spent time recently in Poland Municipal Forest and thought a few things looked a little different, your imagination has not taken a hike.
Nyquist puts other Derby challengers to sleep
The racing world wondered if there was a worthy successor to last year’s Triple Crown champion American Pharoah.
On the links | Saturday’s pro golf results
ON THE LINKS Saturday’s pro golf results WELLS FARGO CHAMPIONSHIP CHARLOTTE, N.C. Rickie
Royal pain: Kansas City roughs up Tribe pitcher
Ian Kennedy and Kendrys Morales returned the Kansas City Royals to their winning formula Saturday.
More Prep results from Saturday
More Prep results from Saturday SOFTBALL Austintown Fitch 13, Brookfield 5 BROOKFIELD Kayla
Mission succeeds for 2 YSU spring grads
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Mission College, a program Sister Jerome Corcoran founded four years ago
CEO public forum set for Wednesday
The public can provide input about schools CEO at Wednesday forum
Austintown mom delivers 'miracle baby'
'We were told not to expect a live birth. Statistics were not in our favor,' said Tara Vigarino, shown with her husband Dominic and their tiny 2 1/2-month old son Dominic. The condition she experienced occurs in about 3 percent of pregnancies and puts both the baby and mother at risk, medical officials said.
TRUMBULL AND MAHONING COUNTY COURT LISTINGS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Kenneth A. Mineard, 28, of 502 Taylor Ave., Girard,
Carpenter’s HR spoils moment for Pittsburgh
It was a real nice moment for David Freese, followed by a tough ending for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Daughter counts many wonders of motherhood
Opinion: Daughter counts many wonders of motherhood What makes a mother? Anyone who has or had a loving
Investing in local artistry
Opinion: It was a sold-out room Thursday night at The Soap Gallery on Champion Street in downtown Youngstown.
Mathews softball team tops LaBrae, Harding
The Mustangs returned just two starters from 2015, but are 19-4.
Here’s to every kind of mom in golf
It’s funny to look back on my junior golf days and remember all of the different “types” of moms.
Meet Sheryl Sandberg: COO of Facebook and single mom
Opinion: WASHINGTON Sheryl Sandberg, the chief operating officer of Facebook, would be the first to
Trump’s presidential bid built on political slogans
Editorial: There is a number that must be sending shock waves through the nation’s political establishment: 10
Haunted History Trail
By CAROLYN THOMPSON Associated Press NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. One of New York’s newest tourism
publishers weekly best-sellers For the week ending May 1
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Extreme Prey,” by John Sandford (Putnam) 2. “The Last Mile” by David
Officials fear wildfire in Alberta will double in size
Associated Press LAC LA BICHE, Alberta Canadian officials hoped to complete the mass evacuation
Leaders call for reduction of global gases
By MARIA DANILOVA Associated Press WASHINGTON International leaders and officials pledged to
Obama says US is ‘better place’ than when he graduated
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama said Saturday that the country is “a better
YEARS AGO
Today is Sunday, May 8, the 129th day of 2016. There are 237 days left in the year. This is Mother’s
Report: DC saw 19M U.S. tourists last year
Associated Press WASHINGTON More than 19 million U.S. tourists visited Washington in 2015, an
Dogs get their own airport bathrooms
Dogs get their own airport bathrooms NEW YORK Dogs and other animals now have a bathroom of
Companies hoping to do business in Cuba playing the waiting game
Associated Press NEW YORK The thaw in U.S.-Cuba relations has many small and medium-size
Garden stalwarts | These flowers can take the heat
By Nancy Brachey The Charlotte Observer (TNS) Now that we’re beginning to plant our summer
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS
Claudia Anderson Estate to William Franklin, W. Marion Ave., Youngstown, $7,370. RS Westside
METRO DIGEST || Explore animal homes, cities at movie night
Killed over woman YOUNGSTOWN City police say a man who was shot late Friday and died early
Egged home to get new paint job
Associated Press EUCLID A Northeast Ohio home that was pelted with eggs more than 100 times over
BUSINESS DIGEST || CCA job fair scheduled for May 11
CCA job fair YOUNGSTOWN Local Mahoning Valley businesses and community agencies will come out to
LIMELIGHTS & CAREER PATHS
PODIATRY Northeast Ohio Foot, Ankle & Wound Center Inc., 8588 E. Market St., Howland, and 7264
Bitcoin’s self-proclaimed founder backtracks claims
By RYAN NAKASHIMA AP Business Writer LOS ANGELES The man who claimed to be the mysterious
BOOKS DIGEST
Father, daughter pen children’s book GREENVILLE, PA. Don Achenbach and Pamela Achenbach Ammy,
HEALTH CARE Stirred by Sanders, Democrats shift left on law
By RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR Associated Press WASHINGTON More Democrats seem to be having doubts
Set realistic consequences for pot-smoking teen
Tribune News Service (TNS) Q. I caught my 16-year-old smoking pot. I took everything from him and
‘The Good Wife’ deserves a good end
By Verne Gay Newsday One of the outstanding dramas of TV’s golden age ends today, and there’s a
FDA announces rules that could upend electronic-cigarette industry Vaporizing e-cigs
By MATTHEW PERRONE AP Health Writer WASHINGTON The federal govern- ment announced this week
Trump chides Clinton over husband’s infidelities
Associated Press WASHINGTON Donald Trump once again is raising former President Bill Clinton’s
JUNIOR QUALIFIERS
JUNIOR QUALIFIERS Squaw Creek, May 15, 1 p.m. Pine Lakes, May 22, 1:15 p.m. Tam O’Shanter,
Area bowling scores
Area bowling scores SFlbHoliday bowl Lucky Ladies (4-21) — Jen Sivak 268-708, Sherrie Skelton
Hundreds march in NY for stricter gun laws
Associated Press NEW YORK Hundreds of people carrying photos of loved ones killed by gun
Giant Chinese zodiac sculptures turn heads
Associated Press BOSTON A dozen giant bronze animal heads representing the signs of the Chinese
Powerball’s pull puts jackpot at $415 million
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa The Powerball jackpot has climbed to $415 million, making
Cedar Point debuts new record-breaking coaster
Cedar Point debuts new record-breaking coaster SANDUSKY The “roller coaster capital of the
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
METRO DIGEST || Taste of the Faiths Monday in Boardman
Taste of the Faiths set in Boardman BOARDMAN Mahoning Valley Association of Churches will
Bridges closing over turnpike
Bridges over the Ohio Turnpike in Canfield and Braceville will close Monday and Wednesday, respectively.
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Lordstown Village Transportation, Senior Services, Planning and Zoning and
Billing trick saddles ill with more costs
By MARLENE HARRIS-TAYLOR Blade Medical Editor Toledo Beginning in August all hospitals will be
Kyle Busch pulls away in NASCAR victory at Kansas
Busch won for the third time this season, and now only needs to win at Charlotte and Pocono to knock off every track in the series.
SPORTS digest
Kane, Benn, Crosby are Hart finalists NEW YORK Patrick Kane of the Chicago Blackhawks, Jamie
Kim: We won’t use nuclear weapons 1st
Kim: We won’t use nuclear weapons 1st PYONGYANG, North Korea North Korean leader Kim Jong Un
Ashes of Alan Freed get new home at Cleveland cemetery
Associated Press CLEVELAND The ashes of Alan Freed, a seminal figure in the history of modern
Ovechkin helps Penguins stay alive to force Game 6
Alex Ovechkin’s teammates watched him turn his game up to a whole new level.
Will self-driving cars make roads safer?
If you ask Google and the automakers why we need self-driving cars, they say the main reason is
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1210.04.02 Aqua America, .71
Craigslist’s ‘Missed Connections’ fascination
The girl who traded for truck. Hot guy in Sharpsville laundry mat. Saw you at the gun range.
Y’town is on the precipice
Opinion: The criminally tarnished mayor of Youngstown, John A. McNally, says he won’t participate in the
Saturday, May 7 (85 stories)
Friday night killing over a woman, Youngstown detective says
City police say a man who was shot late Friday and died early Saturday was arguing over a woman with the man accused of shooting him.
'Reflect on what made YSU special to you,' speaker tells grads today
Youngstown State University President Jim Tressel opened his welcome to the 2016 graduates during the afternoon commencement Saturday with a reflection on the unexpected death Tuesday of YSU student Eric Stone.
Rust Belt coalition reviving trails today in Poland Forest
If you have spent time recently in Poland Municipal Forest and thought a few things looked a little different, your imagination has not taken a hike.
Volunteers clean for ultimate mom this Mother's Day weekend in Youngstown
Moms know all about cleaning, said Karen Humphries of Youngstown. After all, they certainly do enough of it every day.
Jenna Hamrock | Lawrence Sammartino
Poland The wedding of Jenna Hamrock of Poland and Lawrence Sammartino of Boardman took place July
Regina DeLaratta | Dr. Jarek Esarco
YOUNGSTOWN The wedding of Regina DeLaratta and Dr. Jarek Esarco took place at 2 p.m. Jan. 30 at
Alissa Wood | Nicolas Santisi
Columbus Our Lady of Victory Church was the setting at 2:30 p.m. Oct. 31, 2015, as marriage vows
Dana Duffett | Ben Green
BLUFFTON, S.C. Belfair Plantation in Bluffton, S.C., was the setting at 4 p.m. March 12 for the
Alyssa Krumpak | Michael Adamson
YOUNGSTOWN Alyssa Krumpak and Michael Adamson exchanged wedding vows Sept. 5, 2015, at The Butler
Baby products giveaway set
Baby products giveaway set WARREN Second Baptist Church “A House of Hope,” 1510 Main Ave. SW,
On the defensive: Champion stops West Branch
he Golden Flashes’ defensive skills were on full display in Friday’s 1-0 victory over West Branch.
YEC graduates 50, with 30 earning associate degrees
Two YEC graduates earned college credit toward their bachelor’s degrees
Ursuline's Lucente shuts out Mooney
It was all Ursuline in the rubber match of the Youngstown Holy War on the baseball diamond Friday night at Bob Cene Park.
Girard RoboCats win Curie Division at World Championships
After winning at the division level, the RoboCats moved on to the World Championship stage in April, where the students competed in front of approximately 50,000 people.
Cavaliers keep up 3-point parade
When Channing Frye turned in the best playoff game of his career, the Atlanta Hawks didn’t have a chance.
Trumbull overdose drug appears to be changing from heroin to fentanyl
Trumbull County overdose deaths, which reached a record level of 87 in 2015, appears to be continuing at the same pace this year
Harbaugh to host camp at Harding
Harbaugh to host camp at Harding WARREN Michigan head football coach Jim Harbaugh and his
Rep. Ryan explains how mindfulness can help with addictions
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan has used mindfulness since 2008 to improve his life
PREP ROUNDUP | Friday's other games
BASEBALL Copley 12, Western Reserve 5 AKRON Western Reserve held a 3-1 lead going into the
Trainer Neill confident in Nyquist
Nyquist heads into the Run for the Roses today at Churchill Downs as the early 3-1 favorite in a full field of 20 horses.
Court case raises new questions about Paterno
Allegations against Jerry Sandusky may go back to the 1970s.
Ohio shoppers will get a break on back-to-school purchases
The break will take place during the first weekend in August.
Legal-technical issues abound in Weathersfield injection appeal
A technicality derailed a Trumbull County injection well company from appealing an adverse decision, but a second technicality has allowed that company a second chance to appeal.
METRO DIGEST || Fitch at Kentucky Derby parade shooting
New YSU trustee YOUNGSTOWN A second Franklin County resident has been appointed to the
Drag pageant lets performers promote their talent
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN When you fuse a colorful, glittery array of clothing
Watsons give $1M to YSU for student success center
Norma Watson of Canfield hugs Jim Tressel, Youngstown State University president, after he announced Friday that Watson and her husband, Frank, had donated $1 million toward development of a new Student Success Center.
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Saturday, May 7, the 128th day of 2016. There are 238 days left in the year.
Classic, fun time nears
From toddlers to touring professionals, bass anglers will gather June 4 on Aqua Ohio’s Evans and
“Big Shot” Fambro convicted on all charges in murder of woman in Warren motel
Jury deliberated only one hour Friday before finding William “Big Shot” Fambro guilty of killing Teresa Hunter last Oct. 14 at the Riverview Motel
METRO DIGEST || 6th Ward ‘Coffee and Conversation’
6th Ward coffee YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Councilwoman Anita Davis, D-6th, will host a “Coffee and
Fatima Conference planned May 13-15 in Valley
It will be at Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon
‘Real MVP’ is sweet tribute to NBA star’s mother
By Diane Werts Newsday Thank God for Mother’s Day. It gives TV an excuse to make the kind of
Website aims to increase victim services for young men of color
Opinion: One of my colleagues recently sent me an email with an interesting title in the subject line. It
sunday news shows
sunday news shows Guest lineups Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”:
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Election questions abound
Opinion: The Indiana dust has now settled, but there are still plenty of questions remaining as we continue
Top entertainment picks:
Top entertainment picks: v “Die Laughing, 7 p.m.: Bob Golub, a Los Angeles-based comedian and
Finding strength
By Manya Brachear Pashman Tribune News Service GLENVIEW, Ill. Aasiyah Bhaiji knew the boys in
CTNY gets award
CTNY gets award YOUNGSTOWN CTNY, the Catholic Television Network of Youngstown, received the
London Residents elect first Muslim mayor
Associated Press LONDON Sadiq Khan became London’s first Muslim mayor today, as voters rejected
‘Boaty McBoatface’ rejected for vessel name
Associated Press LONDON Boaty McBoatface had captured the public’s fancy but British officials
Valley stands out as hub of promising scholarship
Editorial: Should you happen to stumble upon an unusually large number of students, teachers and staff smiling
For Mother's Day
For Mother’s Day YOUNGSTOWN New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St., will conduct two
birthdays
birthdays Singer Thelma Houston is 73. Singer-songwriter Bill Danoff (Starland Vocal Band) is 70.
Upsides AND downsides FALL TV PILOTS
By Verne Gay Newsday The broadcast networks will announce their fall lineups and new shows next
History shows quick and easy answers lead to catastrophes
Opinion: Random thoughts on the passing scene: One of the problems with being a pessimist is that you can
Whiners, diners on cruise to Cuba
Opinion: By Gary Stein Sun Sentinel It didn’t take long for the cruise complaints to start. About a
NYC: Pregnant women can’t be denied service in bars
Associated Press NEW YORK A pregnant woman shows up at a New York City bar and wants to go in
Civic Day brought the Canfield community together
Canfield community officials banded together, teaching teens about government for the 36th annual Civic Day
Mom charged in boy’s beating death
Associated Press MIDDLETOWN, OHIO A grand jury will consider the case against a mother and two
Vice squad investigating drug activity served search warrants at two homes
Vice squad investigating drug activity served search warrants at two homes
Pope seeks to renew European dream as he accepts unity prize
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Pope Francis, accepting a prize for promoting European unity, on
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Judge OKs DNA tests in Prince estate case CHASKA, Minn. The judge overseeing the
An ex-Youngstown employee is suing the city claiming she was bullied by her supervisor
A city deputy law director said the allegations have no merit
Man stabs girl, 7, on playground at recess
Associated Press DAYTON A man approached a school playground during recess and stabbed a 7-year-
Warren man gets 10 months added to prison term for Trumbull break-ins
Brandon M. Welz got another 10 months added to his prison sentence for breaking into four bars or golf-course clubhouses one year ago
Trump wants to break records with final primary elections
Associated Press OMAHA, Neb. Donald Trump seems more interested in running up the score than
Wildfire evacuees get glimpse of burned-out city on way south
Associated Presss EDMONTON, Alberta Displaced residents at oil field camps north of Fort
Wean Foundation president chosen KSU at Trumbull commencement speaker
About 100 of the 225 students graduating from KSU at Trumbull to attend May 13 commencement
Harvard to bar members of all-male clubs from leadership
Associated Press BOSTON Students who join Harvard’s male-only social clubs won’t be able to
Experts blast Trump proposal for national debt
Associated Press WASHINGTON In the event that the U.S. economy crashed, Donald Trump has
Kim Jong Un praises nuclear progress
Kim Jong Un praises nuclear progress PYONGYANG, North Korea North Korean leader Kim Jong Un
BUSINESS DIGEST || Treasury Department rejects application to cut pensions
Treasury rejects application to cut earned pensions YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, a
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Covelli receives award from NAACP
The Pittsburgh Branch of the NAACP presented Sam Covelli with its highest corporate recognition
Fiat Chrysler CEO: Self-driving cars could be on road in 5 years
Associated Press WINDSOR, Ontario Fiat Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne says working with Google
New books for spring and summer
Publishers of nature-themed books seem to be in overdrive this spring. Here are some of the best
Concealed carry
Concealed carry Hubbard The Hubbard Conservation Club, 1760 Wick Campbell Road, and United
Pace of hiring slowed in April
Associated Press WASHINGTON American employers signaled their caution about a sluggish economy
Andrew Loupe leads the Wells Fargo Championship.
Andrew Loupe took a one-stroke lead over Roberto Castro at 8 under at the Wells Fargo Championship
Indians rout limping Royals
Jose Ramirez got three hits and drove in a career-high five runs as the Indians sent the World Series champion Royals to their eighth loss in 10 games.
Kang homers twice, beats Cards
Jung Ho Kang homered twice and Francisco Liriano continued his dominance at Busch Stadium.
Friday, May 6 (106 stories)
Fitch band stays safe through Kentucky Derby parade shooting
While Fitch High School marching band performed in the Kentucky Derby’s Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Ky., gunfire interrupted the normally cheery procession.
Franklin County resident named to YSU trustees board
Franklin County resident named to YSU trustees board
William "Big Shot" Fambro guilty of killing Teresa Hunter
William "Big Shot" Fambro guilty of killing Teresa Hunter
$19,146 grant to YSU for nurse anesthetist trainee program
$19,146 grant to YSU for nurse anesthetist trainee program
Treasury rejects massive cuts to Central States Pension Fund
Treasury rejects massive cuts to Central States Pension Fund
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Girard RoboCats win Curie Division Championship in St. Louis, Mo.
Girard RoboCats win Curie Division Championship in St. Louis, Mo.
Watsons donate $1 million to YSU to support new Student Success Center
Watsons donate $1 million to YSU to support new Student Success Center
Pittsburgh NAACP selects Sam Covelli to receive honor
Pittsburgh NAACP selects Sam Covelli to receive honor
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Tri-Gold Primetime Chapter of American Business Women’s Association will meet
Fire department seeks funds delivering water
Fire department seeks funds delivering water WHEATLAND, PA. Wheatland Volunteer Fire Department
Howland wins tight Trumbull meet after final race
In the most pivotal race of Thursday’s 22nd Annual Trumbull County Meet, it wasn’t about who took first, but fifth.
Ohio congressmen committed to expanding mission of 910th Airlift Wing
U.S. Sen. Rob Portman wants the 910th to be used to protect the public from the Zika virus
Before competition, Chaney team gets expert’s tips
Their pitch is a 3-D-printed prosthetic leg that can be customized for individual amputees.
Red Dragons wrap up AAC White Tier title
Niles baseball coach Mike Guarnieri knew there were high expectations for his Red Dragons as they entered the 2016 season.
6 Valley schools recognized for student achievement
This marks the ninth year that the Ohio Department of Education has designated YEC a School of Promise
SPORTS DIGEST || Manziel makes court appearance
Manziel makes court appearance Dallas A Dallas judge has ordered former Cleveland Browns
Dems to GOP senators: Have hearings on Supreme Court nominee
Republicans say they want to wait until a new president takes office to confirm
Terra cotta arrives at courthouse
The new terra cotta is part of the restoration of the 105-year-old Mahoning County Courthouse.
Baffert returns under the radar
All anyone wants to talk about is American Pharoah, last year’s winner who went on to become the sport’s first Triple Crown champion in 37 years.
Brantley breaks out as Indians top Tigers
Indians manager Terry Francona knew it was only a matter of time until Michael Brantley had a big game.
"Big Shot" murder trial takes bizarre turn as defendant claims self defense
Fambro says he shot Teresa Hunter in self defense because she became angry at him over his recent marriage.
Phantom Fireworks sponsors horse in Saturday's 142nd Kentucky Derby
Phantom Fireworks is sponsoring Trojan Nation, which currently has 50-1 odds.
MORE HIGH SCHOOL RESULTS FROM THURSDAY
BASEBALL Howland 7, Boardman 6 10 innings HOWLAND The Tigers scratched across one in the 10th
Canfield voters could decide a police levy in November
Council members have arrived at a tentative plan for a police levy in November to address the city’s decrease in city revenue for 2016.
PROSECUTOR: 2 convicted of murders tied to East Side drug ring by far 'worst of the worst'
Sentencing is set for Monday.
Portman: Trump on ticket will help re-election bid, but no interest in VP slot
Trump ‘brings new people’ to the Republican Party, the senator says
Jewish Federation sponsors Holocaust commemoration program
The observance was Thursday at Mahoning County Courthouse.
10 years of rooftop prayer
Pastor Barry Knaub of Margaret Wynn Memorial Baptist Church in Poland sits on the church rooftop at 56 Water St., where he spent from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday as his observance of National Day of Prayer.
April 18
April 18 Fraud: A fraudulent tax return was reportedly filed at a home in the 100 block of Maple
"Space Invaders," "Grand Theft Auto" named HOF games
Associated Press ROCHESTER, N.Y. A video game that allowed players to zap marching aliens with
Tourists use homeless shelter to grab coffee, snack
Associated Press KETCHIKAN, Alaska Cruise-ship passengers have been hanging out at an Alaska
BUSINESS DIGEST ||Airport to receive funds for snow equipment
TAA certification YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Howland, D-13th, announced Thursday the
April 17
April 17 Theft: Police arrested Max White, 37, of Newburgh Heights, Ohio, on a theft charge.
Poland Community Briefs
Boardman Poland Junior Women’s League meeting The next meeting of the GFWC Ohio Boardman Poland
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Jonathan and Julie Bodine, Hubbard, boy, May 4. Sharday
Orchestra plays in Palmyra; airstrike kills 28
Associated Press DAMASCUS, Syria A renowned Russian conductor led a triumphant concert Thursday
YEARS AGO
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mahoning county | Indictments
The following were indicted Thursday by the Mahoning County grand jury: Paul Hartman, 34, of Leake
Schools of Promise
Schools of Promise Six Mahoning Valley schools are among 29 statewide designated as Schools of
Surprise! Ohio Gov. Kasich quits the Republican race for president
Opinion: Perhaps Ohio Gov. John Kasich was too busy enjoying his time traveling, eating and losing to
Writing contest | Top entries
The Jewish Community Relations Council of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federations sponsored its 23rd
Funding sought for new sewer
The new sewer serving 18 homes on a dead-end street would protect the Meander water supply from pollution.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Arsenio Hall sues Sinead O’Connor for libel over Prince post LOS ANGELES Arsenio
Floor vote expected on Ohio bill to legalize marijuana
Floor vote expected on Ohio bill to legalize marijuana
Insurers: Paterno was told about molestation in 1976
Insurers: Paterno was told about molestation in 1976 harrisburg, pa. A judge said that insurers
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Newton Township trustees, 9 a.m., special meeting to discuss and hire a part-time
US military reports slightly fewer sexual assaults
Associated Press WASHINGTON The number of sexual assaults reported by the military dipped
Trump strains to unite GOP behind him; Ryan says not yet
Associated Press NEW YORK Donald Trump is struggling in his efforts to unify the Republican
METRO DIGEST || Sentenced again
Sentenced again WARREN James Patterson, 27, of Division Street, Youngstown, was re-sentenced
Six family planning Saturday vigil for missing man Timothy Six Jr
Sharon Six, mother of missing Niles man Timothy Six Jr., is planning a vigil for her son at 1 p.m. Saturday at Waddell Park.
Obama commutes prison terms of 58
Associated Press WASHINGTON More than a decade ago, a judge bemoaned that the life sentence she
Accurate license plate and speeding helped nab suspect in Niles armed robbery
Police knew the license plate number of the pickup truck involved in the Monday afternoon armed robbery of the Buy Backs store, 6262 Youngstown Road, minutes after the robbery took place.
canada wildfire 8,000 evacuated by air
Associated Press FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta Canadian officials began evacuating 8,000 people from
Groups sue EPA
A coalition of community and environmental organizations recently filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
IN THE VALLEY
IN THE VALLEY LGBT events Pride Youngstown Pageant: Set for 6 p.m. today in Kilcawley Center at
NYC lawmakers approve 5-cent fee for plastic bags
Associated Press NEW YORK Every minute of every day, usually without thinking, thousands of New
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Clinton wins the world
Opinion: Now that American voters are drawing a clearer outline of November’s presidential contest, the rest
Plans to better link city’s major assets merit assent
Editorial: When one considers the most-valuable assets in and around downtown Youngstown, four quickly come to
Boardman Community Briefs
Local church hosts rummage sale There will be a rummage sale, food fair and bake sale on May 21
Wal-Mart brings greeters back to most of its stores
Associated Press NEW YORK Those smiley door greeters are back at Wal-Mart. The nation’s
Want to sue your bank? Regulators push to make it easier
Associated Press NEW YORK If government regulators get their way, it’s going to become a lot
ON THE LINKS
ON THE LINKS Thursday’s pro golf results WELLS FARGO CHAMPIONSHIP CHARLOTTE, N.C. Steve
oddly enough
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Thursday's NBA Playoff GAME
Raptors 96, Heat 92, OT TORONTO DeMarre Carroll scored 21 points, Jonas Valanciunas had 15
AROUND THE HORN | Thursday's MLB games
Cubs 5, Nationals 2 CHICAGO Kyle Hendricks pitched six scoreless innings, Ben Zobrist drove in
Golf | PGA-Wells Fargo
GOLF PGA-Wells Fargo Thursday At Quail Hollow Club Course Charlotte, N.C. Purse: $7.3
Inside the ropes with ... Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate struggled with a 4-over
Boys track compete in Second Sole Elite Meet
The Boardman boys track team competed at the Second Sole Elite Meet at GlenOak High School in
Rival high schools face-off on the ice
Boardman High School and Austintown Fitch High School drum lines participated in a Battle of the Bands on April 9 at the Covelli Centre during a Youngstown Phantoms game.
Reserve Officers Association's Mahoning Chapter 42 selects leadership
Leadership for the local chapter of the Reserve Officers Association and the Reserve Officers
Boardman School Board member receives national appointment
Boardman residents know John Landers as their School Board member since 2010. What they may not
Amanda Stiffler, Adam Patsko set wedding date
Irvin and Karen Stiffler of Homeworth, Ohio, and Mark and Debbie Patsko of Poland are announcing the
Stadium students celebrate Autism Awareness
Stadium Drive Elementary School celebrated Autism Awareness Day on April 8.
Middle school orchestra performs for fellow classmates
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The orchestra consisting of students from
Mr., Mrs. Pacalo celebrate 60 years of marriage
A family celebration at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Pacalo in North Lima marked 60 years of
Jennifer Demler to wed Matt Clipse
November 12 has been chosen as the wedding date for Jennifer Demler and Matt Clipse of Austintown.
Congressman helps implement new lunch option for students
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown Fitch High School re-introduced its
Boardman boys continue success
The Boardman Boys Track Team improved its 2016 record to 7-1 and 3-1 in the AAC with a 70-62-31
Faust-Finnegan wedding set for September
Mark and Lori Faust of Boardman and Bill and Sarah Finnegan of Marion, Ohio, are announcing the
Boardman Sports Briefs
Girls golf league to begin in May Sandwich Factory Girls Golf League, for girls ages 5-18, will
April 25
April 25 Assault/menacing: Five people, including a Lee Run Road woman, reported having been
Local pianist awarded Triple Gold Cups
Jordan Helmick, daughter of Ron and Lisa Helmick, was recently awarded Triple Gold Cups as a young
Canfield Community Briefs
Newcomers Club to have installation dinner The May Installation Dinner for the Newcomers Club of
Austintown Community Briefs
Parent-child program for incoming kindergarten students Austintown Elementary School will host
MCCTC showcases new Valley STEM + ME2 Academy
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Mahoning County Career and Technical Center hosted a
STEM Night brings out of this world family fun
Poland Middle School hosted it’s first annual Family STEM Night on April 12.
Small animals bring in large crowd
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Mill Creek MetroParks Farm hosted its 24th
Shepherd of the Valley breaks ground
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Shepherd of the Valley in Poland hosted a Ground
Small animals bring in large crowd
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Mill Creek MetroParks Farm hosted its 24th annual
Tennis court project helps build relationships
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown Township Park celebrated the grand
Hilltop hosts Vehicle Career Day
Hilltop Elementary School hosted its annual Career Day with a bit of a twist on April 22.
Thursday, May 5 (99 stories)
Pastor Knaub takes to the roof again – to pray
Pastor Barry Knaub can’t remember exactly how he came up with the idea to pray on the church rooftop as a way to promote National Day of Prayer.
'World-class' terra cotta arriving for Mahoning courthouse restoration
The first shipment of terra cotta has arrived and awaits installation at the Mahoning County Courthouse.
Portman: Trump will help election, but no interest in VP spot
U.S. Sen. Rob Portman said having billionaire businessman Donald Trump lead the Republican ticket as its presidential nominee will “be a positive in the end” for his re-election bid.
Canfield mulling property tax levy for November ballot
Council members have arrived at a tentative plan for a police levy in November to address the city’s decrease in city revenue for 2016.
Chaney STEM students heading to statewide stage, with expert advice
A team of Chaney students got some expert help in preparing their presentation for the Believe in Ohio competition.
6 Valley schools rank among 29 in state for high achievement
Six Mahoning Valley schools are among 29 across the state recognized by the Ohio Department of Education for maintaining high student achievement, among even economically disadvantaged students.
Genocide, anti-Semitism continuing, Liberty rabbi says at Holocaust commemoration
Statistics of 6 million Jews murdered by the Nazis during World War II tell only the “numbers” part of the story, cautioned Rabbi Joseph Schonberger, who addressed about 100 people attending a Holocaust commemoration program Thursday.
Mom of missing man plans vigil Saturday in Warren
Sharon Six, mother of missing Niles man Timothy Six Jr., is planning a vigil for her son at 1 p.m. Saturday at Waddell Park.
Team Talk: A Fan Forum with former Buckeye Athletes
Drund, 21 WFMJ, The Vindicator, and Lamar Advertising are proud to present The Inaugural 2016 Varsity Partners will be hosting Team Talk: A Fan Forum with former Buckeye Athletes on Saturday, May 7 from 5 to 6pm. The event will be held in the Boardman High School Gymnasium width doors opening one hour prior.
UPDATE | Guilty verdicts in Austin and Henderson trial
UPDATE | Guilty verdicts in Austin and Henderson trial
Portman will support Trump but doesn't want to be his running mate
Portman will support Trump but doesn't want to be his running mate
Connecticut man sues after third mistaken identity arrest
A Connecticut man is suing the city of Bridgeport and its police department after he was arrested three times and was detained
UPDATE | Fambro testifies he killed woman at motel
UPDATE | Fambro testifies he killed woman at motel
More time added to man's prison sentence for break-ins
More time added to man's prison sentence for break-ins
Republicans urged to have hearings on Supreme Court confirmation
Republicans urged to have hearings on Supreme Court confirmation
Commissioners move ahead on Austintown sewer effort
Commissioners move ahead on Austintown sewer effort
Jennifer Roller of Wean Foundation is speaker at KSU Trumbull commencement
Jennifer Roller of Wean Foundation is speaker at KSU Trumbull commencement
Blind defendant says he killed woman in self-defense
The William “Big Shot” Fambro murder trial took a bizarre turn Thursday when Fambro took the stand on his own behalf, saying he shot Teresa Hunter in self-defense because she became angry at him over his recent marriage.
Kasich ends long-shot bid; Valley GOP leaders hope billionaire softens style, builds trust
Local Republican officials say Donald Trump can win, but needs to be more careful what he says
Hall, Gritz among newest Phantoms
Two of the Youngstown Phantoms’ newest draft picks only have to drive an hour to join their new team.
DOT questions ADI, Chicago flights still expected to start June 13
DOT requests more from Aerodynamics.
Consultant recommends scaling back Struthers City Jail to reduce costs, liability
Consultant: temporary holding facility would be most cost-effective option
State laws could keep some NCAA teams at home
Teams could pull out of scheduled NCAA events this spring because of new state laws in North Carolina, Mississippi and Tennessee.
Nyquist draws No. 13 post at Churchill Downs
Doug O’Neill was all smiles after early 3-1 favorite Nyquist drew the No. 13 post for the 142nd Kentucky Derby.
Police officer, fired in 2014, withdraws application after being re-appointed by Campbell
A 2013 investigation determined the officer violated school board policy
YSU student leader "was always smiling" friends remember
Eric Stone was always smiling and willing to help others, professor, friends say
PREP ROUNDUP | Wednesday's games
BASEBALL Campbell 16, East 5 CAMPBELL John Lipinski got the win for Campbell, allowing five
Nine named to HL All-Academic Team
Nine named to HL All-Academic Team INDIANAPOLIS Youngstown State had the third-most athletes
Aeropostale to close area stores, filed bankruptcy
Stores inside the Southern Park Mall and Eastwood Mall will both close this month.
Niles City Council isn't happy with latest cost-cutting plan
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES City council is not happy with a new proposal that the
Time Bank Mahoning Watershed to host Sharefest
Activities planned Saturday at First Presbyterian Church in Youngstown.
Youngstown will seek applicants for a water department management position
Mayor is undecided on if it will be filled
'Star Wars’ goes to dogs at Mutt Mingle in Boardman
Porsha, a French bulldog dressed as “Star Wars” character Yoda, won first prize in a costume contest Wednesday at Boardman Park during the Star Paws Mutt Mingle. Porsha is with her owner, Julianne Dundee of Boardman.
Cubs complete sweep of Pirates
Jon Lester worked out of a pair of jams to lead the NL Central-leading Cubs over the second-place Pirates for a three-game sweep
around the horn | Wednesday’s other games
Rockies 2, Padres 0 SAN DIEGO Tyler Chatwood pitched three-hit ball for eight innings to lead
Ohio seizes exotic animals from farm
Associated Press COLUMBUS The state seized five tigers and five other animals from a Northeast
Choose lots of dogwoods!
Choose lots of dogwoods! From early blooming flowering dogwood Cornus florida, to late May blooms
CORRECTION
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Obama to Flint residents: I’ve got your back
Associated Press FLINT, Mich. Sipping filtered city water to show it’s again drinkable,
Dark comedySFlb Bob Golub wrote and stars in “Die Laughing,” a macabre joy ride. C15
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The Avengers divide in revitalizing ‘Civil War’ ‘Captain America’ delivers
REVIEW ‘Captain America: Civil War’ Grade: 3 stars Credits: Directed by Anthony and Joe Russo;
“The Eighties” (9 p.m., CNN): The latest installment of the documentary series explores
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Brewtus Brewing Company, 23 Chestnut Ave., Sharon, Pa.
Brewtus Brewing Company, 23 Chestnut Ave., Sharon, Pa. Today: Uncharted Course, 6 to 9 p.m.
BUSINESS DIGEST || Aqua Pazzo to open this weekend
Aqua Pazzo will open this weekend BOARDMAN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a
Affidavit reveals details of Navajo girl’s death
Associated Press SHIPROCK, N.M. A stranger who lured 11-year-old Ashlynne Mike into his van
Ohio lawmakers OK $2.6B capital budget for many improvement projects in state
Staff/wire report COLUMBUS A $2.6 billion capital budget bill that funds a range of
Court rejects appeal by Ohio Amish in beard-cutting attacks
Associated Press CINCINNATI A federal court in Ohio has rejected a bid to overturn new sentences
Looking for good eats? Get ... GOOD GREENS
If you are looking at seed catalogs and thinking of food that pleases the palate, you might want to consider saving space for some traditional greens in the garden or in containers.
Learn tick removal
Q. I found a tick, can you identify it? I took a tick off myself, what do I do? Are ticks bad this
Boy arrested after bomb threats made
Associated Press LEBANON, OHIO Authorities in Ohio say they have arrested a boy after recent
600K sign Calif. petition for pot
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Backers of a marijuana legalization initiative said Wednesday
Youngstown school district joins OhioCheckbook.com
State Treasurer Josh Mandel called the database “an antidote to corruption.”
Feds say NC law violates civil rights
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. A North Carolina law limiting protections to LGBT people violates
THREE-MENDOUS
Associated Press CLEVELAND Your shot, Warriors. Dropping jumpers from every corner and angle,
QB sneak: RGIII surprises high school team with gear
Along with teammate Cam Erving, Robert Griffin III executed the trick play during a presentation at North Ridgeville High School.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses John L. Lard III, 28, of 68 S. Maryland Ave.,
Okla. Medicaid to end Planned Parenthood contracts
Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY Oklahoma is ending its contracts with two Planned Parenthood
Court: White Ohio officers’; trial can’t move to black suburb
Associated Press CLEVELAND An Ohio appeals court says five white Cleveland police supervisors
Official takes deal, pledges to cooperate
Associated Press LANSING, Mich. A Flint municipal official struck a deal with prosecutors
Kasich issues emergency order to outlaw new drug
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio Gov. John Kasich has issued an emergency order allowing the state
Two gunshots to the lung apparently killed Warren woman, coroner testified
Dr. Humphrey Germaniuk testified two of the six gunshot wounds hit Teresa Hunter in the lung and probably killed her within 10 minutes.
Trumbull approve $771,746 increase in sewer engineering fees
$771,746 increase in the engineering costs for the $10.6 million Kinsman Township sewer project that has been mired in legal action
Bound over to jury
Bound over to jury GIRARD A murder case out of Liberty Township has been bound over to a
NATIONAL PUBLIC GARDENS DAY
NATIONAL PUBLIC GARDENS DAY When: Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. What: Public gardens play an
Valley 24 and Valley24.com remain area’s top sources for entertainment
The Vindicator has always offered the area’s best coverage of entertainment both daily in our Valley
Tribune Publishing rebuffs Gannett bid
Associated Press Tribune Publishing Co. on Wednesday rejected Gannett’s more than $388 million
Eastern tent caterpillar can weaken trees
By Pam Baytos OSU Extension master gardener volunteer This caterpillar is known as a “chewing
Hulu plans live-streaming service
Associated Press NEW YORK Hulu will offer a live-streaming service in 2017 that will offer a mix
Selected local stocks
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Trump’s open path causes agony for some in GOP
Associated Press WASHINGTON Donald Trump’s last Republican foe, Ohio Gov. John Kasich, ended his
‘Bathroom bills’ won’t stop creeps
Opinion: By Rekha Basu Des Moines Register Have you seen a sex offender? What did he or she look like? A
New rule would permit thousands of eagle deaths from wind turbines
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration is revising a federal rule that allows
Air-bag recall doubles in size, taxing overloaded industry
Associated Press WASHINGTON Prodded by the U.S. government, Takata agreed Wednesday to add up to
Cure for clay soil?
Cure for clay soil? Organic matter can change the profile of your Northeast Ohio clay soil.
Kluber escapes early jams
Corey Kluber gave the Detroit Tigers two chances. Then he looked like a Cy Young Award winner.
Hornqvist’s goal ends Penguins’ anguish in overtime playoff games
Patric Hornqvist beat Braden Holtby between the legs 2:31 into overtime.
NEW THIS WEEK
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nfl news & notes
Johnny Manziel: The former Cleveland Browns quarterback has been booked and posted bond in a
Osama bin Laden’s killing key part of Obama’s legacy
Editorial: With the emergence of Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) and the bloody campaign to create
Indian country suicides a scourge
Opinion: By Mark Anthony Rolo Tribune News Service Of all the ills plaguing American Indian communities,
CD RATES
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Spieth: Oakmont is golf’s hardest test
Jack Nicklaus, Bobby Jones, Sam Snead and Ben Hogan have all won at Oakmont.
Focus on the economy
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service Increased economic growth – domestically, that’s the single
Wednesday, May 4 (82 stories)
Dog-gone good time at Mutt Mingle this evening
It was a ‘dog-gone’ good time for some 25 dogs and their owners at the inaugural Star Paws Mutt Mingle today at Boardman Park.
Fired Campbell officer reappointed to force withdraws application
A police officer fired in 2014 for inappropriate contact with a student has withdrawn his application after being reappointed last month to the city police department.
Convert jail to temporary holding facility, consultant tells Struthers
A consultant recommended to city leaders today that the city significantly scale back its jail to reduce costs and liability.
As Kasich bows out, Valley GOP leaders react to Trump's triumph
With billionaire businessman Donald Trump heading toward the needed number of delegates to secure the Republican presidential nomination, Gov. John Kasich, a distant fourth in a two-man race, ended his long-shot bid.
Feds pressuring ADI for more info on planned Youngstown-Chicago service
Aerodynamics Inc. has been handed another setback in its plans to bring daily Chicago service to the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport.
Son in house where mother's body found uncooperative, Boardman cops say
The body of Jacqueline Bergman, 85, was in her Lemont Drive home for “better than a week,” said Dr. Joseph Ohr, Mahoning County deputy coroner and forensic pathologist.
Prosecution has evidence Austin, Henderson planned to disrupt trial, prosecutor says after outburst
Typically, it’s attorneys who make statements during closing arguments, but Wednesday, one of two men on trial in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court on four counts of aggravated murder and other charges decided to make his own.
Boardman used book sale funding school renovation effort
Boardman Center Middle School gym transformed into a library today with a diverse selection of thousands of books set up on tables and shelves, for both students and community members to peruse and buy.
YSU student remembered as leader with bright future cut short
Youngstown State University student Eric Stone was a leader and an excellent student who worked hard and was always smiling and willing to help others, according to some of those who knew him.
Police responding to a multiple-vehicle crash on I-680
Police responding to a multiple-vehicle crash on I-680
Ryan, others to pressure Portman to confirm Supreme Court nominee
Ryan, others to pressure Portman to confirm Supreme Court nominee
UPDATE | Jurors continue to deliberate in Austin/Henderson trials
UPDATE | Jurors continue to deliberate in Austin/Henderson trials
Coroner says woman didn't die right away from gunshots
Coroner says woman didn't die right away from gunshots
UPDATE | ADI working to answer DOT questions, airport chief says
UPDATE | ADI working to answer DOT questions, airport chief says
Nissan recalls Rogues; rear lift gates can fall suddenly
Nissan is recalling more than 108,000 Rogue small SUVs
City schools join treasurer's online checkbook program
City schools join treasurer's online checkbook program
Prom-dress giveaway
Prom-dress giveaway YOUNGSTOWN Beginning Monday, a variety of prom dresses in all sizes will be
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Holy Family Parish, 2729 Center Road, Poland, will sell takeout-only cavatelli dinners with
Y-MC library director’s raise and bonus likely to be revisited
Heidi Daniel’s salary would rise 2 percent to $114,240; and she’d get a $1,000 bonus under the trustees’ proposal.
Vallourec reports earnings loss in first quarter 2016
The company that operates Vallourec Star on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard saw a loss of $82 million.
Youngstown school officials seeking options for all-day preschool
Elementary schools lack space for all-day preschool under current alignment
12 individuals, two teams to be inducted into Fitch Hall of Fame
The Fitch Hall of Fame banquet is Sept. 17 at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Center.
PREP ROUNDUP | More high school results from Tuesday
BASEBALL Boardman 2, Poland 1 8 innings BOARDMAN Dan Stilliana doubled with one out in the
A sports literature elective took Tressel back to his teaching days
Tressel talks “Big 10” at Canfield High School
From dustups to 2016 Derby: Brothers Desormeaux take shot
Keith and Kent Desormeaux are teaming up in the Derby for the first time on Saturday.
Witness describes how double homicide victims died
Said defendant upset he was not paid for the killings
Youngstown court project gets proposals for plumbing and HVAC under estimates
City charter doesn’t allow a contract to be awarded exceeding the estimate
Chaney students get creative with potato-chip bags
Taelyn Childs, 11, shows off the magnifying reading glasses he created using Shearer’s Potato Chip bags. Taelyn made the glasses to enter in the Shearer’s contest. He’s a sixth-grader in Youngstown Chaney’s science, technology, engineering and mathmatics program.
Downtown property group ordered to remove two old signs before it could put up a new one
Members of a Youngstown committee expressed frustration about the old signs hanging for too long
Wee-lief! Dogs get own bathrooms at airport
Associated Press NEW YORK Little Simba couldn’t wait to check it out. The toy poodle was among
Email these recipes to your kids now for a great brunch for Mother’s Day
By JeanMarie Brownson Chicago Tribune SESAME WHOLE-WHEAT TART DOUGH Prep: 20 minutes Chill:
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Pop went the weasel, and down went the Large Hadron Collider GENEVA It’s one of
Repeat Trumbull County drug offender sentenced 11 years in prison
Repeat Trumbull County drug offender sentenced 11 years in prison
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Hubbard School Board, 5:30 p.m., work session, 7 p.m., special meeting, board
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METRO DIGEST || YSU student dies
YSU student dies YOUNGSTOWN YSU student Eric Stone died Tuesday night after collapsing while
US combat death in Iraq reflects a war that’s intensifying
Associated Press STUTTGART, GERMANY The combat death of a U.S Navy SEAL who was advising Kurdish
Detroit teachers to return to classes
Associated Press DETROIT Teachers who closed Detroit schools for two days by calling out sick
Woman sues neighbor over flooding
A North Jackson woman claims her neighbor flooded her land by altering the slope of his land.
‘Big Bang’ tops Nielsen’s list
‘Big Bang’ tops Nielsen’s list Here are the prime-time viewership numbers compiled by Nielsen for
METRO DIGEST || Animal cruelty case set for trial
Animal cruelty CAMPBELL The case of a Campbell man accused of shooting and killing his
CRUZ OUT; TRUMP ZEROES IN ON NOMINATION
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS In a stunning triumph for a political outsider, Donald Trump
Surveillance video, witness testimony place ‘Big Shot’ Fambro at murder scene
William “Big Shot” Fambro doesn’t see very well, but surveillance video from the Riverview Motel saw everything you would need to convict him of killing Teresa Hunter, an assistant prosecutor said.
Cops seize three guns, arrest three on weapons charges
Officers spot SUV speeding away from crime scene
iTunes’ official top songs for the week ending April 28:
iTunes’ official top songs for the week ending April 28: v Purple Rain: Prince & The Revolution
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Corporate earnings falling, but there are signs of life
Associated Press NEW YORK Are we there yet? It’s another weak quarter on Wall Street, but there
Harrington, Hoppe & Mitchell lawyer looks at oil, gas leases
Attorney explains what property owners should do about expiring leases.
Brewtus is homemade from the burgers to the beer
IF YOU GO Where: Brewtus Brewing Co. Address: 23 Chestnut Ave., Sharon, Pa. Phone:
‘Hamilton’ leads Tony nods, sets record with 16 nominations
By MARK KENNEDY AP Drama Writer NEW YORK The megahit musical “Hamilton” has grabbed a record-
‘Captain America: Civil War’ directors, The Russo Brothers Deconstructing a genre
By Meredith Woerner Tribune News Service The Russo brothers might be nerd royalty now — having
SPORTS digest
YSU softball earns doubleheader sweep Detroit Junior Sarah Dowd hit three home runs, scored five
Associated Press
Associated Press ST. LOUIS Twice in the past three months, juries have awarded tens of millions
Seizing upon deaths of celebrities
Opinion: By Ann Friedman Los Angeles Times Even before most major news outlets confirmed that Prince had
A bad time to be Cuban-American
Opinion: By Daniel Vasquez Sun Sentinel You heard the Bill Maher joke about Sen. Ted Cruz? If you’re
Full justice eludes Hastert, victims of sexual abuse
Editorial: On its surface, the sentenc- ing last week of Dennis Hastert, former Speaker of the U.S. House of
Chamber celebrates new business with ribbon cutting
Chamber celebrates new business with ribbon cutting YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional
Troubles loom after Nov. vote
Opinion: Now that the contours of the general election are reasonably predictable, it is time to start
Tuesday, May 3 (96 stories)
YSU junior dies tonight at rec center
YSU student Eric Stone died tonight after collapsing while playing basketball in the university’s Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center.
Youngstown students let creative juices run for contest entries
Thomas Edison invented the long-lasting light bulb.
Vallourec 1Q earnings plummet
France-based Vallourec reported adjusted first-quarter earnings in the negative Tuesday.
Cruze sales drop as GM transitions to new model
Sales reported by General Motors on Tuesday reflect the automaker’s transition from the Lordstown-built Chevrolet Cruze Limited to the next-generation Cruze.
UPDATE: Trump shifts focus to Hillary, praises Cruz; Sanders wins Dem primary
Donald Trump is shifting his focus to Hillary Clinton.
Youngstown superintendent proposes new pre-school plan
After a previous realignment plan fell flat, the city schools interim superintendent has another idea to accommodate all-day preschool.
Tressel tells Canfield students his 'Big 10' for success i
Youngstown State University President Jim Tressel returned to his teaching roots while visiting a sports literature class at Canfield High School Tuesday afternoon.
Witness: Murder suspect told him Keara McCullough just in wrong place, not target
A witness in the fifth day of trial of two men accused in four murders testified today about how one of the defendants told him how the victims in two of those murders died.
Speed cameras provide cash for faster YPD measuring device
The police department Tuesday showed off a piece of equipment purchased with money from its speed cameras.
Authorities release detail on 911 calls to Prince estate
Authorities were called to the to complex more than 40 times in last five years.
Residents evacuated from Austintown apartment fire
Residents evacuated from Austintown apartment fire
Prosecutors discuss surveillance video in Fambro case
Prosecutors discuss surveillance video in Fambro case
Boardman cops make arrest on OVI and improper firearm-handling charges
The arrest took place on Market Street early Tuesday
McClellan appointed operations manager at Youngstown Playhouse
James McClellan named operations manager at Youngstown Playhouse
Cruze sales dropped in April as new Cruze makes it way to dealers
Cruze sales dropped in April as new Cruze makes it way to dealers
Testimony resumes in Austin/Henderson murder trial
Testimony resumes in Austin/Henderson murder trial
Church will sponsor spring rummage sale
Church will sponsor spring rummage sale NORTH LIMA Mount Olivet United Church of Christ, 410 W.
St. Patrick School of Hubbard to close in fall 2016
Bishop George V. Murry accepted a recommendation for closure from the school’s finance council, the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown announced Monday night.
Youngstown council is being asked to create an energy district for a downtown hotel
The structure’s owner would be able to borrow money for energy-efficient improvements
Smaller group of hunting-ranch protestors turn out for Vienna protest
Their numbers were smaller and their hopes of stopping the Candywood Whitetail Ranch from opening this year were all but gone
The 30-year-old man said he shot grandfather to protect his grandmother.
The 30-year-old man said he shot grandfather to protect his grandmother.
Man in heroin ring case gets treatment, suspended sentence
Says has been off of drugs since his arrest
Martin Yavorcik has his law license indefinitely suspended by the Ohio Supreme Court
Unless he can get his 8-felony conviction overturned, he’ll never get it back
A new Youngstown-run garbage collection program went well on its first day, city officials say
The garbage schedule hasn’t changed
Man set free on serious charges twice now charged with groping woman
Darryl V. Jackson Jr. not eligible to make bond on two counts of gross sexual imposition.
Hall of Famers Cheap Trick returns to classic sound Glad to Surrender
By DAVID BAUDER AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK Of the acts inducted into the Rock and Roll
Ex-Penguins Williams, Durden ink NFL deals
The undrafted players will try their luck with the Falcons and Raiders
A Boardman band director retires after 32 years
Steve Chambers, assistant director of the Boardman High School Wind Ensemble, conducts the band Monday morning during rehearsal for the spring concert tonight in the Performing Arts Center. This will be Chambers’ last concert after 32 years with the school district.
Mahoning deputies assist in Piketon
Eight Mahoning County sheriff’s deputies are helping in Piketon after the April 22 shooting massacre of eight people.
Woman Card is broken
Opinion: By Helen Ubinas Philadelphia Daily News Something is wrong with my Woman Card. Maybe it got
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Zachariah and Ashley Kennedy, Hanoverton, girl, May 1.
Rock band Foreigner will host East Liverpool choir at The Harv
CHESTER, W.Va. As part of Foreigner’s ongoing charity partnership with the Grammy Foundation, the
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Niles City Council, 5:30 p.m., roundtable discussion followed by regular meeting
birthdays
birthdays Actor Alex Cord (“Airwolf”) is 83. Singer Frankie Valli is 82. Singer Mary Hopkin is 66.
SPORTS digest
Sebring’s Smith signs with Marietta SEbring Sydney Smith, a valedictorian at Sebring High
Health at Home workshop planned
Health at Home workshop planned BOARDMAN Mercy Health Youngstown is offering a one-hour
Man gets 9+ years in animal-shelter theft case
Associated Press DELAWARE, OHIO A central Ohio man has been sentenced to more than nine years in
CORRECTION
CORRECTION A community Holocaust memorial service will take place at noon Thursday in the rotunda
MAHONING COUNTY Courts
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Nathan R. Huffman, 30, of 274 2nd St., Lake Milton,
Man dies in car crash
Man dies in car crash LEAVITTSBURG Seth Reckert, 38, of Leavittsburg, died in a 9:30 p.m.
Westminster Presbyterian Church hosting Stop Hunger Now packing project
About 120 Presbyterians will assemble nutritious food packets
Cheering Cubans greet 1st US cruise ship to arrive in decades
Associated Press HAVANA Greeted with rum drinks and salsa dancers, the first passengers to
Puerto Rico misses $370M bond payment
Associated Press SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico A spiraling Puerto Rico debt crisis reached a new
Most Detroit schools close as teachers stage sick-out
Associated Press DETROIT Nearly all of Detroit’s public schools were closed Monday and more than
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Hulk Hogan sues Gawker again ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. Former pro wrestler Hulk Hogan
High court won’t hear challenge to $15 wage
Associated Press SEATTLE The U.S. Supreme Court weighed in for the first time Monday on a $15
Holocaust event set
Holocaust event set YOUNGSTOWN The Jewish Community Relations Council will conduct the 23rd
New 70 mph signs to be posted in Pa.
Long stretches of Interstates 79 and 80 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike will be posted at 70 mph.
Turkey, coalition pound IS positions
Associated Press ISTANBUL The Turkish military said Monday that artillery shelling and drone
Cleveland delays razing gazebo
Cleveland delays razing gazebo CLEVELAND Cleveland has agreed to a request from the
As Trump eyes Indiana knockout, Cruz fights for survival
Associated Press OSCEOLA, Ind. Ted Cruz’s conservative crusade for the presidency fought for new
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Tuesday, May 3, the 124th day of 2016. There are 242 days left in the year.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1210.96—.21 Aqua America, .71
Tennessee Faculty, staff can carry guns on campus under law
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. A bill allowing staff and faculty at Tennessee’s public
Businessman to open private incubator this fall in former ‘Flats’ parts store
Youngtown businessman Brad Levy and his family have invested more than $700,000 in former Union Auto Parts store on Main Avenue Southwest
BUSINESS DIGEST || Study shows decrease in construction
Drop in construction YOUNGSTOWN A study recently released by BuildZoom, the data-driven
Tony awards ‘Hamilton’ may set a record
TONY NOMINATIONS The Tony Award nominations will be announced today after 8:30 a.m. Go to
For many moviegoers, franchise fever is an ever-widening addiction. How can you make an ingenious
For many moviegoers, franchise fever is an ever-widening addiction. How can you make an ingenious
Trump’s leading GOP off a cliff
Opinion: WASHINGTON Donald Trump’s damage to the Republican Party, although already extensive, has barely
Zika virus is becoming a public-health crisis in US
Editorial: Only in government would decision-makers have the temerity to take a week off while important
Buffett lauds Fed, warns of unintended effects
Associated Press OMAHA, Neb. Investor Warren Buffett said the Federal Reserve and other
Boycott of NC is counterproductive
Opinion: By Theoden Janes The Charlotte Observer Let’s just say, for the sake of argument, that you
Surgeon makes tourism ad after RI’s Iceland flop
Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. An oral surgeon made a Rhode Island tourism ad and paid for
Over-the-counter allergy options may not be best
Over-the-counter allergy options may not be best Mayo Clinic News Network Q: Are over-the-
oddly enough
oddly enough Russian girl, age 10, flies without ticket or identification MOSCOW Russian
Detergent danger
Detergent danger COLUMBUS A new study published recently in “Pediatrics” reveals laundry
Prep roundup | Monday’s high school results
BASEBALL Austintown Fitch 10, Warren Harding 0 AUSTINTOWN Derek Gunter threw a no-hitter,
AMATEUR GOLF
AMATEUR GOLF 5th Annual Ohio Junior Ryder Cup at Avalon Lakes Golf and Country Club Saturday
Spring into better health Junking junk food
Mayo Clinic News Network With spring often comes spring cleaning. You may have a chance to clean
Monday, May 2 (87 stories)
Smaller group of hunting-ranch protestors turn out for Vienna protest
Smaller group of hunting-ranch protestors turn out for Vienna protest
Task force arrests 4 for OVI during weekend checkpoints
Task force arrests 4 for OVI during weekend checkpoints
Man to be exonerated 50-plus years after wrongful conviction
Man to be exonerated 50-plus years after wrongful conviction
No new info released on threats vs. relatives in 8 slayings
No new info released on threats vs. relatives in 8 slayings
Trial opens in sisters’ slaying; defense calls cops ’sloppy’
Trial opens in sisters’ slaying; defense calls cops ’sloppy’
Jerry Sandusky presses appeal, wants to question witnesses
Jerry Sandusky presses appeal, wants to question witnesses
Navy boss: Russian jets should stop buzzing US planes, ship
Navy boss: Russian jets should stop buzzing US planes, ship
Israel to hold Palestinian journalist 4 months without trial
Israel to hold Palestinian journalist 4 months without trial
Pennsylvania to add 70 mph speed limit to nearly 800 miles
Pennsylvania to add 70 mph speed limit to nearly 800 miles
Sick-out by teachers shuts nearly all Detroit public schools
Sick-out by teachers shuts nearly all Detroit public schools
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Salvation Army of Mahoning County Women’s Auxiliary will host its annual spring basket
Marshall Street traffic blocked after truck strikes railroad bridge
Marshall Street traffic blocked after truck strikes railroad bridge
Art in the Park set for May 14
Art in the Park set for May 14 SALEM Art in the Park is set to begin at 10 a.m. May 14 at
Lauer arraigned in jogger's death; remains in jail
Lauer arraigned in jogger's death; remains in jail
Warren roads will be closed Thursday for Relay for Life
Warren roads will be closed Thursday for Relay for Life
Niles police, fire phone lines felled by lightning
Niles police, fire phone lines felled by lightning
McDonald man expected to be arraigned in rape of girl, 11
McDonald man expected to be arraigned in rape of girl, 11
Man will be arraigned today after Sunday hostage situation
Man will be arraigned today after Sunday hostage situation
Annual Holocaust observance is Thursday at Mahoning Courthouse
Annual Holocaust observance is Thursday at Mahoning Courthouse
Supreme Court indefinitely suspends Yavorcik's law license
Supreme Court indefinitely suspends Yavorcik's law license
Ohio’s state parks get spruced up
State parks in northeast Ohio are getting significant improvements.
Lighting director adds emotion to Tony-winning musical ‘MATILDA’ MAGIC
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com The idea of colors and lighting conveying emotions and
About 25 animals, mostly dogs, were brought by their owners to be blessed
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com BOARDMAN 2Jake, named after World War II paratrooper
Trumbull County acquires portable traffic signals for roadwork projects
The Trumbull County Engineer’s Office has acquired two portable traffic signals that will enable the department to direct traffic without human flaggers.
Environmental law enforcement could be reduced by increased recycling
When the Geauga Trumbull Solid Waste District resumes its litter control enforcement program in early 2017, it might be smaller because of lower revenue and smaller amounts of trash dumped at landfills.
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Jungle Book’ rules box office again NEW YORK Disney’s “The Jungle Book” trounced
Federal grant sought by city, YSU and other partners
TIGER grant would fund project linking YSU, downtown, Mercy Health and parks
Penguins tennis players soar to another crown
YSU’s women’s team captured its third straight Horizon League title
around the horn
around the horn Sunday’s other MLB games Blue Jays 5, Rays 1 ST. PETERSBURG, FLA, Marcus
Indians suffer another one-run defeat
Indians suffer another one-run defeat PHILADELPHIA One run short once again. Vince Velasquez
Keeping Jimmie Jarvis’s memory alive
The Jarvis family offers two $500 scholarships to Canfield High School students to memorialize their family member
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city and includes the
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city and includes the
Food service earns award
Food service earns award AUSTINTOWN The Austintown Schools Food Service Department received the
Hiram visit focuses on decisions for Jackson-Milton students
None 4 Under 21 teaches Jackson-Milton students about decisions and choices
Free meal
Free meal Trinity United Methodist Church, 2427 Columbiana Road, New Springfield. Free community
Business journalism major set for Thiel
Thiel College will be one of a few colleges to offer a business journalism major
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Justin D. Kemp, 27, of 28 Brooks St., Apt. 3, Warren,
boardman park Moms, daughters share ‘we time’ at tea
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com BOARDMAN Party dresses in a rainbow of colors were on
sunday’s nba playoff games
Warriors 118, Trail Blazers 106 OAKLAND, CALIF. Klay Thompson scored 37 points in another
Search for help was key to dealing with son’s autism
By MICHELLE JAMES Register-Herald BECKLEY, W.Va. Kelly Thompson grieves for the days before
Senator calls for probe into ‘spying billboards’
Associated Press NEW YORK A U.S. senator is calling for a federal investigation into an outdoor
Institutionalized racism is topic
Institutionalized racism is topic YOUNGSTOWN The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Planning
Trump gets outside help for GOP convention battle
Associated Press WASHINGTON Donald Trump has a Plan B if he’s faced with a contested convention,
pittsburgh Trial to begin in slaying of 2 sisters
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Trial is scheduled to open today in the western Pennsylvania robbery
Grandson held in man’s fatal shooting
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com LIBERTY A Liberty Township man is expected to be
Aiming for safer guns using new technology
Associated Press DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. Jonathan Mossberg is among a small number of pioneers
Honoring victims, liberators
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Some memories are painfully necessary. The images
oddly enough
oddly enough Skeletal human remains found at 100-year-old music venue CINCINNATI Workers
Legal clinic for performers, arts groups this month
Consultations are limited to arts business law topics, such as copyright, trademark, contract and business formation law
HIGH SCHOOL RESULTS | Saturday’s games
SOFTBALL Brookfield 9, Crestview 2 BROOKFIELD Kenzie Drapola had four hits including a homer
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Trumbull County Mental Health and Recovery Board Addiction and Mental Health
Seattle May Day protest turns violent
Associated Press seattle Seattle police used pepper spray Sunday evening to disperse black-clad
BOWING OUT
Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus bid farewell to its
Train derails in Washington, DC
Train derails in Washington, DC WASHINGTON Officials warned Washington, D.C.-area residents to
Paying it forward
Former Broncos linebacker recalls lessons Hayes taught as Curbstone Hall of Fame inducts 12
Project focuses on what Americans knew about Holocaust, and when
By SEAN D. HAMILL Pittsburgh Post-Gazette PITTSBURGH When Beth Moody saw a recent ad on
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Monday, May 2, the 123rd day of 2016. There are 243 days left in the year.
Lawmakers: Investment plan aims to help distressed communities
Associated Press COLUMBUS Pushing idle investment capital into distressed communities is the
Summer food service
Summer food service YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Department of Parks and Recreation is
major league baseball boxscores
STANDINGS American League East Division WLPctGB Boston1510.600— Baltimore1410.583 1/2
sunday’s pro golf events
LPGA Tour Texas Shootout IRVING, TEXAS Jenny Shin won the Volunteers of America Texas Shootout
Hilcorp Energy responds responsibly to 5 quakes
Editorial: The Greater Youngstown area certainly is no stranger to adversity tied to hydraulic fracturing for
Crime can pay if it’s big enough
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Wow, $5 billion. That’s the stunning amount Goldman Sachs has
Women targets of abuse
Opinion: By Heidi Stevens Chicago Tribune Just Not Sports, a podcast founded by three guys who talk to
Freely blathering about free trade
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service Free trade? Catch that thing. Wrap it up. Throw it in the
Sunday, May 1 (105 stories)
Fatal crash in Warren Township
The Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Warren Post is investigating a fatal crash at 9:45 p.m. Sunday in the 6200 block of Eagle Creek Road at Anderson Anthony Road.
Ceremony honors victims of Holocaust
Some memories are painfully necessary. The images and emotions they evoke are sometimes horrific, but if channeled properly, can be put to positive effect by keeping those things from happening again.
Animals blessed in Boardman
“Jake needs all the help he can get,” Gary Borman said, jokingly explaining why he and his wife, Becky, brought the family pet, a 99-pound golden retriever, to St. James’ Episcopal Church’s annual Blessing of the Animals today.
City, YSU, others seek federal grant
A proposed project would link Youngstown State University, St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, the city’s downtown and Mill Creek MetroParks.
NE Ohio parks get upgrades
As the summer outdoor recreation season approaches, visitors to state parks in Northeast Ohio will notice significant facilities improvements.
Sophia Gault to be bride of Brett Ekkens
The engagement of Sophia Gault of McDonald and Brett Ekkens of Akron is being announced by the
Miss Mincher, Mr. Evans set to marry June 4
The parents of Breanne Mincher and Matthew Evans, both of New Middletown, are announcing the
Carly Sachs, Trey Conatser plan wedding
Carly Sachs of Kent, formerly of Liberty, and Trey Conatser of Kent, are engaged and will be married
Ashley Hill, Bobby Rogers are engaged
Ashley Hill and Bobby Rogers, both of Canfield, are engaged and planning to be married July 30.
Sharkey-Takach wedding set for early July
CANFIELD Announcement is being made by Mark and Janice Takach of Canfield of the engagement of
Rachael Kennedy, Bryan Visingardi set to marry
POLAND Richard and Michele Kennedy and Nicholas and Karen Visingardi are announcing the engagement
Family gathering marks Korens’ 50th anniversary
NEW MIDDLETOWN A private family gathering honored William J. and Evlyn Koren for their 50th
Morans mark golden anniversary
GASTONIA, N.C. Mr. and Mrs. Martin E. Moran of Gastonia, N.C., formerly of Youngstown, were
Dinner honors Mike, Jan Giba 50th anniversary
COLUMBIANA Mike and Jan Giba of Columbiana, formerly of Boardman, celebrated their 50th wedding
Malatoks mark 50th anniversary at family dinner
STRUTHERS Donald Malatok and the former Lenore Malutic were married May 7, 1966, at St. Nicholas
Pugels mark 70th wedding anniversary
John H. Pugel and the former Hermina (Mina) M. Perechlin, now residing with family in Lorain County,
Black nurses to host scholarship brunch
Black nurses to host scholarship brunch YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown-Warren (Ohio) Black Nurses
GARDEN CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Mahoning will meet for a guest day luncheon at noon at Piccadilly Parlour Victoria Tea
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, active exercise
SENIOR CITIZENS
Canfield AARP 3104 will meet at 1 p.m. Monday at Canfield Presbyterian Church, 140 W. Main St. Blood
senior menu
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Use selflessness as key into God’s hall of fame, Tressel urges
Jim Tressel is no stranger to halls of fame. The longtime football coach and current president of Youngstown State University has left his footsteps in nearly a half-dozen of them. But he’s got one more in sight.
Struthers softball team rallies around Hannah Tringhese
Hannah Tringhese, a Struthers Elementary School kindergartner, is undergoing treatment for a brain tumor.
Fitch, Girard tune up at Poland Invitational
Falcons, Indians highlight 21st annual Poland Invitational.
DEP investigates 5 quakes, 1 close to Lowellville
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is investigating five micro earthquakes that took place in Lawrence County April 25.
Students help cleanup at Boys & Girls Club of Youngstown
Among the life lessons high-school students who participate in Sojourn to the Past learn are the importance of reaching beyond themselves for the greater good and building a deeper sense of community, and working cooperatively with others.
More Prep results
SOFTBALL Champion 5, Lakeview 1 CHAMPION McKenzie Zigmont won her 10th game of the year,
Family heirloom preservation workshop set
Families can learn proper protection of important papers from a library expert.
SPORTS DIGEST || Potesta to speak to Curbstone Coaches
Potesta to speak to Curbstone Coaches BEAVER TOWNSHIP Sports Animal 1390 radio talk show host
Get vet questions answered at Animal Charity's Mutt Mingle Friday
Boardman Park and Animal Charity will be hosting a free Star Paws Mutt Mingle from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at Boardman Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road.
YSU ROUNDUP || YSU beats Canisius to even series
The Youngstown State baseball team scored the final four runs and got four shutout innings of relief from Jared Wight in an 8-4 victory over Canisius on Saturday afternoon at Eastwood Field.
Boardman students observe life cycle through hatching chicks
Market Street Elementary students learn life cycle of chickens
Alternative Food Truck serves up All-American alternative
Greg Saunders started the food truck as an alternative to other fast-food fare.
NOFX members are best-selling authors
By ERIK SCHELZIG Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Punk-rock mainstays NOFX have been defying
Cast members return for Easy Street musical ‘Dreamcoat’ reunion
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN When Easy Street Productions revives one of its
METRO DIGEST || Mutt Mingle to benefit Animal Charity, Paws Town
Mutt Mingle BOARDMAN Boardman Park and Animal Charity will be hosting a free Star Paws Mutt
JD Eicher readies ‘The Middle Distance’
YOUNGSTOWN "The Middle Distance" - the new album by JD Eicher - is getting closer.
‘NCIS: Los Angeles’ has flown under radar, star says
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK “There are shows,” says Chris O’Donnell, “that
‘Fat N’ Furious’ is ready to roll
Staff report “Fat N’ Furious: Rolling Thunder” will roar back for a third season Monday. The
Mahoning, Trumbll, Columbiana bridges to close soon
Several bridges over major Mahoning Valley highways will close soon for repair or replacement.
Oakhill Collaborative receives grant for Pi program
The Raspberry Pi program is a youth-driven, STEM program that provides an innovative and inexpensive way to teach teens to build, troubleshoot and program their own Raspberry Pi micro-computer, which is the size of a credit card and plugs into a television.
Youngstown SCORE offers classes in food businesses
The classes will be at the Oak Hill Collaborative
Are Mahoning Valley’s small jails too big a burden?
Campbell Detective Sgt. David Taybus stands next to the four cells in Campbell City Jail. Since Youngstown shuttered its city jail circa 1993, only two small municipal jails left are in the county — Campbell and Struthers.
Friends, family lay to rest second of eight shooting victims in Ohio
Associated Press PIKETON, Ohio The long goodbyes to eight members of a rural Ohio family killed
On the Links | Saturday’s pro golf results
ON THE LINKS Saturday’s pro golf results VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA TEXAS SHOOTOUT IRVING, TEXAS
Area golf league scores
men FIRESTONE FARMS Shooting Gallery (4-26) — Low gross: Mike Ramun 36, Griffin Todd 36, Justin
Fehr enough: Penguins tie series
Pittsburgh’s Eric Fehr scored the tiebreaking goal against his former team with about 41/2 minutes remaining.
Industry experts offer tips for saving money on flights
DAVID KOENIG AP Airlines Writer DALLAS As families and individuals start to book summer
METRO DIGEST || Injured in crash
Injured in crash NESHANNOCK, PA. A New Wilmington, Pa., man, Douglas Kaufman, 47, of McGary
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Joyce Crocker and Harold Witherow, New Middletown, girl,
Grand Canyon visitors have more time to use shuttles
Visitors have more time to use shuttles GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK, Ariz. Visitors will have
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS
William C. Strudwick to James P. Gray, Edna St., Youngstown, $185,000. Secretary of Veterans
GOP race shifts political fault lines in Calif.
Associated Press BURLINGAME, CALIF. The Republican Party in California has been riven for
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Lordstown Village Council, caucus at 6 p.m. with meeting to follow, administration
Area Bowling scores
Area Bowling scores SFlbBOARDMAN LANES Youngtown/Steel-Mopar — Richard Hornyak 276-699, John
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
INSURANCE The Moore Agency Inc. of Salem has been recognized by Ohio Mutual Insurance Group as one
Ohio’s GOP delegates getting ready for contested Cleveland
Associated Press COLUMBUS Going through plans for breakfast speakers, entertainment outings and
Woman, 4 children killed as flood swamps Texas area
Associated Press FORT WORTH, Texas Lisa Asberry Davis said Saturday that she and her three
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
YEARS AGO
Today is Sunday, May 1, the 122nd day of 2016. There are 244 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Habitat Crazies see much good in people of Valley
Opinion: Habitat Crazies see much good in people of Valley I know the Youngs- town region has had its share
Nissan recalls nearly 4M cars with glitches
Nissan recalls nearly 4M cars with glitches NEW YORK Nearly 4 million Nissan cars are being
Katy Perry to headline amfAR event in Cannes
Katy Perry to headline amfAR event in Cannes NEW YORK Katy Perry will be lighting up the French
IRAQ Protesters breach Green Zone, storm parliament
Associated Press BAGHDAD Government protesters tore down walls and poured into the Iraqi
FAA begins review of Allegiant Air operations
Associated Press DALLAS Federal safety officials are reviewing operations at Allegiant Air two
Kenya burns ivory to protest poaching
Associated Press NAIROBI, KENYA Kenya’s president set fire Saturday to 105 tons of elephant
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS columbiana COUNTY New complaints Huntington Bank v. Kathleen Beloff, money. Joseph
KENTUCKY Confederate monument to be moved to new spot
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, KY. A Confederate monument will be removed from a spot near the
Work begins on Cedar Point complex
Associated Press SANDUSKY Officials at Ohio’s Cedar Point amusement park have broken ground on a
Obama takes last zing at official Washington
Associated Press WASHINGTON Even though President Barack Obama and his wife can’t wait to get
Salem Community Theatre ‘Church Basement Ladies’ is entertaining
By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com salem If you love “Nunsense” but find it too edgy and
DO’S & DON’TS
By Tricia Romano The Seattle Times (TNS) It’s spring and for some reason, the entire country
Governments struggle to enforce “living wage” laws
Governments struggle to enforce “living wage” laws AP Photo NY109, NY108 Eds: Links Photos. With
Ohio’s top utility regulator to take private sector job
By JULIE CARR SMYTH Associated Press COLUMBUS, Ohio Ohio’s top utility regulator is stepping
BUSINESS DIGEST || Farris Marketing does rebranding
Farris Marketing does rebranding BOARDMAN Two Mahoning Valley entities sought the help of
VR reinventing social sport experience
Two tickets on StubHub for the Steelers-Bengals games set us back $350. Parking was $60. Figure in
Abbott agrees to buy St. Jude Medical for $25 billion Giant health merger
By Ameet Sachdev Chicago Tribune CHICAGO Abbott Laboratories made a huge investment in heart-
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Artists of the Mahoning Commons open studio, noon to 5 p.m.:
Mill Creek Park is test for probate Judge Rusu
Editorial: After a year and nine months on the bench, Mahoning County Probate Judge Robert N. Rusu is making
Leader of Academic Distress panel shares vision for city schools’ future
Opinion: On July 16, 2015, an amendment to the existing Ohio Revised Code House Bill 70, which deals with
Bucs pick up 6th straight win
Associated Press Pittsburgh Francisco Liriano won for the first time since opening day and John
Consumer spending inches up in March
By MARTIN CRUTSINGER AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON U.S. consumers boosted their spending by a
PAINKILLERS FDA reconsiders training requirements
By MATTHEW PERRONE AP Health Writer WASHINGTON The Food and Drug Administration is
Runners, To Your marks Upcoming races & walks
May Today — Casal’s H2GO 5K Run / Walk at the Mill Creek MetroParks’ Wick Recreation Area. The
Steelers focus on retooling defense
The Steelers’ defense had its worst statistical season in nearly a quarter century in 2015.
publishers weekly best-sellers
publishers weekly best-sellers For the week ending April 24 HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Last
Stop teaching academics to toddler
Tribune News Service (TNS) Q. Whenever my 4-year-old son tries something new, he becomes very
In the cup! Area holes-in-one
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one DeOnne Petrosky aced the 141-yard No. 13 at Avalon at Squaw Creek
Area golf calendar Upcoming outings & scrambles plus league notices
EVENTS MAY Friday — Tri-State PGA Pro-AM at Tam O’Shanter Golf Course. Call 724-981-3552. 14 —
NOTICES
NOTICES SFlbBASEBALL Youngstown Class B League — will host a college-pro scout showcase for high
Dubious spending priorities
Opinion: Here’s a quick quiz that should put in perspective Ohio’s $2.6 billion biennial capital-improvements
Small businesses get lift from drone technology
Associated Press NEW YORK That drone flying around a suburban house might not belong to a
Room with a view – of the eyesores
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Robert Leviton’s loudest neighbor is a 12-lane freeway. The busy
Taking the mystery out of doing laundry
There’s no escaping dirty laundry. And when your washer is beyond repair, the prospect of clothes
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