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V24: Judah and the Lion brings the road rage FEDERAL FRENZY
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Booking the rock band Judah and the Lion to
JJC officials: Escapee may harm himself
Magistrate Carla Baldwin of Mahoning County Juvenile Court shows a photo of Jeremy Britton, 17, who escaped from the Mahoning County Juvenile Justice Center Wednesday ...
Stories published April 20, 2017
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Retired Air Force officer regales Girard crowd with tales of his life on Air Force One
Preparing special, unplanned meals, making sure the restroom doors work properly, and practically tucking in several United States presidents and their entourage, retired Air Force Master Sgt. John L. Haigh Sr. lived his boyhood dream of traveling the world and serving his country as a steward on Air Force One.
Schools commission chair asks for supporting data; Mohip explains delays
The chairman of the Youngstown City Schools Academic Distress Commission told district CEO Krish Mohip he needs more data to support decisions.
Youngstown muni judge race most expensive in primary; McNally, Shaker outspending opponents
Youngstown Mayor John A. McNally enjoys a substantial financial lead over Jamael Tito Brown, his Democratic challenger, heading into the final weeks of the primary season.
Here's the 4 men who want to be Youngstown council president
While the city council president’s job responsibilities are minimal, the four candidates seeking the Democratic nomination for the post want to do much more if elected.
OEPA to test home water wells around air base for chemicals
Selected residential wells around the Youngstown Air Reserve Station are to be tested to determine if chemicals used in the past for fire suppression are in the groundwater.
Police search for robbery suspect with bad handwriting
Reports said a robber’s note Wednesday at a South Side store was written so badly the clerk had to hand it back to the robber and have the robber read it back to him.
Cavaliers make history with huge rally to win Game 3
LeBron James finished with 41 points, 13 rebounds and 12 assists and the Cavaliers set an NBA playoff record by erasing a 25-point halftime deficit.
Penguins eliminate Blue Jackets
The defending Stanley Cup champions will face the winner of the Toronto-Washington series in the conference semifinals starting next week.
Rayen Early College students learning to make healthy food choices
Students served smoothies at Rayen Early College Middle School to promote healthful eating.
Authorities mulling additional charges for juvenile escapee caught today
Authorities are still mulling what additional charges will be filed against a teen who escaped from the Martin P. Joyce Juvenile Justice Center.
Boardman High students participating in National Day of Silence
In thousands of middle schools, high schools, and colleges across the country, students will take a vow of silence Friday.
Schiavoni gives keynote at tonight's ACTION banquet
Even when the Alliance for Congregational Transformation Influencing Our Neighborhoods asks the community to give, it still gives back.
UPDATE | IS group claims Champs-Elysees attack on police officers
IS group claims Champs-Elysees attack on police officers
Ohio Federal Research Network visits the Valley
The Ohio Federal Research Network wants to connect industry with universities to keep the state’s companies competitive.
UPDATE | ISIS claims credit for fatal Paris shooting
UPDATE | ISIS claims credit for fatal Paris shooting
West Farmington road closed until April 28 for culvert replacement
West Farmington road closed until April 28 for culvert replacement
Tennessee teen abducted by teacher found safe, teacher arrested
A 15-year-old Tennessee girl who disappeared with her teacher more than a month ago was found safe at a commune in California and the teacher was arrested, authorities said Thursday.
Mahoning County Grand Jury indicts 11
Indictments from the Mahoning County Grand Jury
2 Youngstown firefighters slightly injured battling South Side blaze
2 Youngstown firefighters slightly injured battling South Side blaze
State Route 517 in East Fairfield won't be closed next week
State Route 517 in East Fairfield won't be closed next week
Mill Creek Park roads closed briefly Sunday for racing event
Mill Creek Park roads closed briefly Sunday for racing event
GM latest US company to have assets seized in Venezuela
GM latest US company to have assets seized in Venezuela
Ohio man cleared as suspect in officer’s shooting considers suing
Ohio nan cleared as suspect in officer’s shooting considers suing
Guy tries to tell Austintown cops he found mushrooms while hiking
Police charged a man for felony possession of hallucinogenic mushrooms, according to a report.
2nd annual George Bellino memorial golf outing set for May 19
2nd annual George Bellino memorial golf outing set for May 19
Price Memorial AME Zion Church has produce, food bag giveaway Friday
Price Memorial AME Zion Church has produce, food-bag giveaway Friday
Starbucks barista has meltdown over Unicorn Frappuccino
Starbucks barista has meltdown over Unicorn Frappuccino
Youngstown police investigating robbery of 65-year-old man
Youngstown police investigating robbery of 65-year-old man
Volunteers needed for Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership's Earth Day cleanup Saturday
Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership has Earth Day cleanup Saturday
Ivanka Trump heading to Germany for official visit
Ivanka Trump heading to Germany for official visit
WRPA selects Trumbull sheriff’s office for airport security
WRPA selects Trumbull sheriff’s office for airport security
California officer detained in Taiwan after TSA misses gun
California officer detained in Taiwan after TSA misses gun
Pro tip for would-be robbers: penmanship is important
Pro tip for would-be robbers: penmanship is important
Man cleared as suspect in officer’s shooting considers suing
Man cleared as suspect in officer’s shooting considers suing
Atwood will speak at Stambaugh Auditorium
Atwood will speak at Stambaugh Auditorium YOUNGSTOWN Margaret Atwood, the author of more than 40
Community supports Mohip's neighborhood schools plan
"I say give the guy a couple years and Youngstown will be a school looked up to by people all around the state," said NAACP Youngstown Branch President George Freeman Jr.
State board OKs disciplinary proceedings against 4 Mahoning attorneys, including mayor
The Ohio Supreme Court makes the final decision on discipline.
Byers' 5 hits power West Branch past Mooney
Sapp, Rinaldi homered for the Cardinals.
Difference in philosophies leads to leadership change at TAG
The Trumbull sheriff says the drug unit is failing, so he's moving in a different direction.
Lipke, Ryan face off against nation’s elite hoops talent
Boardman player won silver medal in Colorado
Fiscal commission rejects Niles recovery plan
The mayor was upset his plan was rejected, but said he will begin again to come up with a new one.
Consultant estimates cleanup of former Packard facilities at $2.6 million
A Warren native wants to relocate his Auto Parkit administrative and manufacturing operations to Dana Street.
Divas will do it again in a benefit concert
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Last year’s Divas concert was so good that it’s
YSU roundup
BASEBALL Walk off homer downs Bowling Green niles Kyle Benyo hit a walk-off two-run home run
YSU students support saving energy, recycling at Earth Day celebration
"Students obviously care," said Ross Fabrizi, YSU freshman Student Government Association representative about the Earth Day celebration attendance.
SPORTS digest || Ed Strauss, 89; coached YSU softball
Ed Strauss, a former Youngstown State University softball coach and athletics video coordinator, died Wednesday. He was 89.
Broadway songs brim with optimism
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com J. Mark McVey will forever be associated with Broadway.
Judah and the Lion brings the road rage FEDERAL FRENZY
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Booking the rock band Judah and the Lion to
O'Reilly fired from Fox News, still denies allegations
Among Mahoning Valley leaders responding to O’Reilly’s firing is William Binning, former chairman of Youngstown State University’s political science department and the Mahoning County Republican Party; Adam Earnheardt, Youngstown State University department of communications chairman; and Mahoning Republican Chairman Mark Munroe.
Austintown woman faces child-endangering charge
A passer-by found a 2-year-old girl wandering around a Austintown apartment complex for more than an hour
Nationally recognized food service director leaves Austintown for Youngstown schools
Tascin Brooks will help update the district's wellness plan.
Joe Schiavoni stepping down as Ohio Senate minority leader to focus on campaign
He will continue to represent Mahoning and Columbiana counties in the Senate.
JJC officials: Escapee may harm himself
Magistrate Carla Baldwin of Mahoning County Juvenile Court shows a photo of Jeremy Britton, 17, who escaped from the Mahoning County Juvenile Justice Center Wednesday morning after scaling two fences topped with razor wire.
Ray stands out in Y'town council president election
Editorial: Four candidates are seek- ing the Democratic nomination for Youngstown City Council president
Have they no sense of decency?
Opinion: By Dan K. THOMASSON Tribune News Service WASHINGTON Thomas Demetrio is a Chicago lawyer who
Tax cuts for poor, middle class will help the economy the most
Opinion: By Noah Smith Bloomberg View Economists who lean toward the free-market side of the ideological
America’s national parks need TLC
Opinion: By Mick Cornett and Michael Hancock Tribune News Service America is celebrating National Park
METRO DIGEST || Man faces DUI charges
Warren man jailed WARREN A Warren man is in jail and facing several traffic charges after
Mahoning Valley Race Course: Wednesday’s results
RACE 1 $18,800 - 3 yo’s & up, 1M, MSW 7 Princess Ember (Vigil, N.) $6.80$4.40$2.80 5 Marvelous
AROUND THE NBA Wednesday’s playoff results
Wizards 109, Hawks 101 WASHINGTON Bradley Beal took over in the fourth quarter with 16 of his
$107 million in donations for Trump’s inauguration
Associated Press WASHINGTON It was huge. Big money from billionaires, corporations and a
Project grant
Project grant YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Howland, D-13th, on Wednesday announced a
PREPS AT A GLANCE
PREPS AT A GLANCE WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS BASEBALL Cardinal Mooney 10, Howland 2 Chris Lewis
Israel: Assad still has chemical weapons
Associated Press JERUSALEM Syria still has up to three tons of chemical weapons, Israeli
Another nearby planet found that may be just right for life
Associated Press WASHINGTON Astronomers have found yet another planet that seems to have just
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
New spa opens BOARDMAN Thermae Retreat, a new center for daily wellness and holistic relaxation
Man accused of making school massacre threat indicted on misdemeanors
The grand jury also indicted a 79-year-old man on rape charges
How dangerous air bags can find their way into used cars
Associated Press LAS VEGAS A Nevada crash that nearly killed a young woman has exposed a hole
US VP Pence warns North Korea: ’The sword stands ready’
From the wind-swept deck of a massive aircraft carrier, Vice President Mike Pence on Wednesday warned North Korea not to test the resolve of the U.S. military, promising it would make an “overwhelming and effective” response to any use of conventional or nuclear weapons.
New faces abound in races for Warren auditor and treasurer
Former state Rep. Tom Letson is running for treasurer
Survivalist convicted of killing trooper in sniper ambush
Associated Press MILFORD, Pa. A Pennsylvania man who hid in the forest under cover of night and
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Keshia Moses and John Smith, Youngstown, twins: boy and
2017 DRAFT HOPEFULS TO WATCH
PlayerSchoolHt.Wt.Comment TACKLES Ryan RamczykWisconsin6-6310Had hip surgery in January Cam
These perennials are tops
These perennials are tops Pam Bennett from Ohio State researches perennials to choose for Midwest
Around the Horn | Wednesday’s MLB games
NATIONAL LEAGUE Cardinals 2, Pirates 1 ST. LOUIS Dexter Fowler hit his first two home runs for
Boardman police arrest sex offender trespassing on Boardman Center Intermediate School
Boardman police arrest sex offender trespassing on Boardman Center Intermediate School
YEARS AGO FOR APRIL 20
Today is Thursday, April 20, the 110th day of 2017. There are 255 days left in the year.
Visit a local nature center this spring
By Amy Reeher Ohio certified volunteer naturalist Many people living in a city environment
Campbell Council approves ordinance cutting dispatcher pay
The city has previously used part-time auxiliary police officers as dispatchers
Huntington Bank reports 1Q increase
Columbus-based Huntington Bank reported a 21 percent year-over-year increase in the first quarter to $208 million.
Farmers reports year-over-year 1Q earnings increase
Canfield-based Farmers National Banc Corp. saw a $1 million year-over-year increase in its first quarter earnings.
Geo C salutes Prince with song
Friday will mark one year since the sudden death of rock-funk superstar Prince shocked the world.
Plants OK with black walnut
Q. Are there plants that can grow near a black walnut tree? Katie from Sebring A. Yes! Don’t
THE TERRARIUM is making a COMEBACK
THE TERRARIUM is making a COMEBACK By Barb Delisio OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer In
“Soundtracks: SONGS THAT DEFINED HISTORY” (10 P.M., CNN): This documentary series
“Soundtracks: SONGS THAT DEFINED HISTORY” (10 P.M., CNN): This documentary series recalls the music
FEDERAL FRENZY SCHEDULE
FEDERAL FRENZY SCHEDULE Main Stage 3:15 to 4:15 p.m.: Stone Senate 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.: Jul Big
NIGHTLIFE
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Fri: The Dough Bros. featuring Bill Dodd and
Runoff in Ga. House race could test Trump, opposition
Runoff in Ga. House race could test Trump, opposition DUNWOODY, Ga. A narrow miss by a
Ohio high court wants to see autopsies from 8 slayings
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio Supreme Court wants to see unredacted autopsy reports from
Ticks and tick-borne diseases
Ticks and tick-borne diseases Being outdoors, hiking and enjoying nature means you should be aware
WTG
Today discussion Other Worlds, 2:30 p.m., Youngstown Public Library , 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown;
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Horizon Science Academy governing board, 6 p.m., 3403 Southern Blvd., Youngstown.
SPRING FRUIT TREE PRUNING CLINIC
SPRING FRUIT TREE PRUNING CLINIC When: Saturday What: Learn fruit-tree pruning from the experts
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Born in China (G) Young panda bears, golden monkeys and snow leopards make their
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