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From pills to heroin, then dead
Breanna Ginter's family found this image of her and her son Jaxin in her phone after she died of an overdose. They had known she ...
Stories published April 23, 2017
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Family of Holocaust survivors share stories in Youngstown
Another Holocaust remembrance observance is planned noon Tuesday at the Mahoning County Courthouse
Early voting at boards of elections continues through next weekend
The election is a relatively small and quiet one this spring in Ohio
Report: Ohio lags in nation in nursing-home inspections
State officials blame severe understaffing for the poor record
Ohio police officer shoots, kills man wielding butcher knife
The shooting took place in a city about the size of Youngstown in southern Ohio
Trump administration seeks action on budget, border wall, health care in coming weeks
Democrats vow to continue their fight against building a wall on the Mexican border
The race is on to cultivate medical marijuana in Ohio
Applications to grow marijuana are now available through state government
'Fate of Furious' hangs onto No. 1 spot this weekend at movie theaters
'Unforgettable,' 'Promise' left in the dust
State begins review of efficiency of school districts sharing services
The review will measure possible cost and time savings from collaboration with neighboring school districts
Cavs finish sweep of Pacers
LeBron James made a 3-pointer with 68 seconds left Sunday and the Cleveland Cavaliers hung on for a 106-102 series-clinching victory at Indiana.
Far-right populist Le Pen, centrist Macron advance in French presidential election
A showdown looms next month over France's continued membership in the European Union
Beatitude House annual wine taste and auction set
Vacation packages and a purse full of cash are among more than 100 auction items.
Local authors publish Jewish history book
Local authors publish Jewish history book YOUNGSTOWN “A History of Jewish Youngstown and the
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
GARDEN CLUBS
THURSDAY Mignonette will meet at 2 p.m. Thursday at Lutz Greenhouse, 7879 W. Pine Lake Road,
SENIOR CITIZENS
Retired Registered Nurses Interest Group is inviting all retired registered nurses to hear Traci
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave. will offer the following opportunities: 1 p.m.
HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY | Lelia Roden
Residence: Girard Date of birth: 1927, New Mexico FAMILY Spouse: Wilfred Roden Children:
Women of Distinction luncheon planned for May 27
Twelve will receive the Bethune-Height Award from Youngstown Section, National Council of Negro Women.
Chipotle raises funds for Akron Children's
Chipotle raises funds for Akron Children’s BOARDMAN Chipotle Mexican Grill, 4542 Boardman-
Champions for Our Valley's Children honors hospital contributors
Akron Children’s Hospital will recognize individuals and organizations at annual event
Phantoms stifle Steel to force deciding contest in Chicago
Phantoms coach Brad Patterson said his team’s defense was relentless.
'Big Bang Theory' meets YSU at STEM showcase
The campus of Youngstown State University was like a huge episode of “The Big Bang Theory” on Saturday as students from the university’s College of Science, Technology, Mathematics and Engineering showed off their creations to the public.
Austintown Fitch, South Range sweep county meet
Fitch’s Jakari Lumsden earned an MVP award Saturday.
Showing Youngstown kids education is path to opportunity
The event showcased the importance of literacy and making a public stand against crime.
Deputy Mahoning Coroner Joseph Ohr dies at 53
Ohr died Saturday morning from pancreatic cancer, according to Mahoning County Commissioner David Ditzler.
SPORTS digest | Pilares, Radosevich stay on top at MVRC
Pilares, Radosevich stay on top at MVRC AUSTINTOWN Jockey Christian Pilares and trainer Jeff
YSU roundup
track and field McDonald sets school record in 400 hurdles columbus Youngstown State’s Taylor
Youngstown mayoral primary is rematch of close race 4 years ago
The incumbent says he’s improved the quality of life while the challenger wants more of a focus on job creation
5th annual rally urges women to be 'overcomers'
The theme derives from John 16:33 which states, “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
LOS ANGELES RIOTS
BToward the end of “L.A. Burning,” a new documentary about the fiery and deadly 1992 Los Angeles riots, a man who lived through the turmoil issues an ominous warning about the future.
A closer look at the films about the LA riots
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES Los Angeles erupted into the most
Youngstown’s 2017 Teacher of Year nominees
A committee chooses the winner based on classroom observations, an interview, resume and an essay
Sisters in Red learn to care for their health
“Heart disease is a major killer of women – all women,” said Quarles. “So we are trying to help people be more aware of taking care of their heart.”
Mahoning, Trumbull counties to have road restrictions for work
Various roadways throughout Mahoning and Trumbull counties have been issued traffic advisories by the Ohio Department of Transportation.
Opioid crisis event is planned for Thursday
In response to the ongoing opioid crisis, the Matthew J. Singelis Foundation is hosting the Taking Back Trumbull County – Opioid Crisis Action Event on Thursday at Trumbull County Take Flight.
American Made Country Music Songwriter Series DiPiero and his pals return
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Like a snowbird traveling north once the weather becomes
From pills to heroin, then dead
Breanna Ginter's family found this image of her and her son Jaxin in her phone after she died of an overdose. They had known she had a problem for only six days.
2017 YOUNGSTOWN MAYORAL RACE Candidates for Democratic Party nomination
2017 YOUNGSTOWN MAYORAL RACE Candidates for Democratic Party nomination Two candidates are vying in the Democratic primary for Youngstown mayor. An * denotes the incumbent.
How to avoid buying a lemon car
Finding a trouble-free used car has nothing to do with luck and everything to do with applying good
Youngstown teachers deserving of a raise, but the union must act
Opinion: This Easter weekend I was able to spend time with my immediate and extended family. As in all
AROUND THE NBA Saturday’s playoff games
Grizzlies 110, Spurs 108, OT MEMPHIS, TENN. Marc Gasol hit a 12-foot floater with 0.7 seconds
AREA BOWLING
AREA BOWLING SFlbbell-wick bowl Spiech Classic Bowling League — Matt Mikula 277-748, Jim Baker
METRO DIGEST || Spring bird migration event
Bird migration KINSMAN The Ohio Department of Natural Resources will host a spring bird
MAHONING VALLEY RACE COURSE
Saturday’s results RACE 1 $8,500 - 3 yo’s & up, 1M, CLM $4,000 7 Indian Companion (Rosario, Jr.,
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
For the Week of Sunday, April 23, 2017
Judith A. Black et al to James A. Chisman Jr., Saginaw Drive, Poland, $115,000. Peter G. Mraulak
Ed Puskas: Cavs miss Dellavedova’s grit
The Cavs might be having trouble flipping the switch without their sparkplug
Venezuelans march in memory of those killed in unrest
Venezuelans march in memory of those killed in unrest CARACAS, Venezuela Thousands of
American tries to learn from United’s mistakes
Associated Press NEW YORK Another day, another cellphone video of a conflict on an airplane.
Ensembles in spring music fest at college
Staff report NEW WILMINGTON, PA. Westminster College will present its spring music festival at
Marshal all local resources to battle opioids epidemic
Opinion: Marshal all local resources to battle opioids epidemic Each week, we con- tinue to see rashes of
Global show of support
From the Washington Monument to Germany’s Brandenburg Gate and even to Greenland, scientists, students and research advocates rallied on an often soggy Earth Day, conveying a global message about scientific freedom without political interference, the need for adequate spending for future breakthroughs and just the general value of scientific pursuits.
Social media timeout as election nears final stage
Associated Press PARIS The final hours of many electoral campaigns are frantic affairs,
METRO DIGEST || Ginter on state fatherhood commission
Fatherhood panel COLUMBUS State Rep. Tim Ginter of Salem, R-5th, has been appointed to the Ohio
Running Calendar
APRIL 29 — Windham-Ravenna Arsenal 5K. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and the race starts at 9 a.m.
Gambling figured in killing on Facebook
Opinion: Gambling figured in killing on Facebook While the media are in a flurry about how Facebook
AREA GOLF CALENDAR | Upcoming outings & scrambles
MAY 13 — Fitch Football Golf Outing at Pine Lakes Golf Club. Shotgun start at 9 a.m Cost is $75
Title of best golfer to never have won major now goes to …
Sergio Garcia no longer as the most disappointing title in golf.
Abducted Tenn. girl’s recovery ‘just beginning’
Associated Press COLUMBIA, Tenn. A 15-year-old Tennessee student who was allegedly kidnapped by
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, noon, town hall, 82 Ohltown Road. Boardman school
Possible shutdown, health care quagmire awaiting Congress
Associated Press WASHINGTON Lawmakers returning to Washington this week will find a familiar
AREA GOLF SCORES
AREA GOLF SCORES bedford trails golf course Lady Players Low Gross — Barb Wollitz 44. Low
Timeline Ivanka Trump goes to Washington, and sales surge
As Ivanka Trump builds a new political career as an adviser to her father, the commercial engine of
GOLF NOTICES
GOLF NOTICES SFlbPackard Electric Ladies League — is seeking new members for its 58th season.
QUOTABLE NICK SABAN, Alabama head football coach, speaking about where his team is in the spring:
“I don’t think we’re an elite team right now. I think we’re an adequate team.”
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Christopher Houlihan, 4 p.m.: Young pipe organist returns to
Patsy Cline Museum, Madame Tussauds open in Nashville
Patsy Cline Museum, Madame Tussauds open in Nashville NASHVILLE, Tenn. Two new attractions
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
‘Coffee with Cossler’ YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Business Incubator will have a “Coffee with
Sundial gives more accurate time than clock
The sundial is a very early tool used to tell time. It is said that the earliest sundials were
Business, politics stoke record sales of brand
Associated Press SHANGHAI Since her father was elected president of the United States, global
Many travelers to Oxford, Miss., are ... Fans of Faulkner
By BETH J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor OXFORD, Miss. Many travelers find their way to Oxford,
Retailers who sell or no longer sell Ivanka Trump
Retailers are doing a delicate dance when it comes to handling the Ivanka Trump brand. Here’s a list
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
HONOR Greenwood Chevrolet and Greenwood’s Hubbard Chevrolet were recently presented with a
What would you do?
Opinion: When David Dao was dragged off a United Airlines plane, it triggered reactions worldwide. Oddly
COLUMBIANA COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY NEW CASES The Cleveland Electric Illuminating Co. v. John Kolat,
McNally has forfeited his right to continue as mayor
Editorial: When Youngstown Mayor John A. McNally pleaded guilty to four misdemeanor charges stemming from his
Saying 'no' isn't so hard
Opinion: If Youngstown Mayor John A. McNally loses his re-election bid on May 2, he will have only himself to
AROUND THE NHL
AROUND THE NHL Saturday’s playoffs Blues 4, Wild 3, OT ST. PAUL, MINN. Magnus Paajarvi
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 79 in the third round of the Valero Texas Open. Kokrak
YEARS AGO FOR APRIL 23
Today is Sunday, April 23, the 113th day of 2017. There are 252 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Parents of unmotivated teen should stop stressing
Tribune News Service (TNS) Q. Our 17-year-old son is an unmotivated student. A junior in high
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